Eurobasket Daily News Report: 6/25/2023 4:04:01 AM

EUROBASKET NEWS REPORT - 6/25/2023 4:04:01 AM

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AFROCAN

South Sudan clinch third place at the 2023 FIBA AfroCan Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News

South Sudan - Tanzania 75:51

South Sudan clinched third place at the 2023 FIBA AfroCan Qualifiers. They overcame Tanzania 75:51 in the Africa Zone 5's Third-Place Game.
Ruai Luak (196-G/F-2004) stepped up with 17 points and Koch Bar (211-C-1996, college: Bradley) collected 16 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. David Deng-Kongor (204-F-2000) followed them with 13 points, 9 rebounds and Alexander Dungal (200-F-1986) added 10 points. Juma Amini answered with 10 points for the Tanzanian side.

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ANTIGUA

Nicaragua outscore Antigua and Barbuda in Managua - by Eurobasket News

Nicaragua - Antigua and Barbuda 79:71

Nicaragua outscored Antigua 79-71 and Barbuda in Managua at the start of the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers. The hosts grabbed a 21-16 lead at the end of the first period and nailed 30 points in the third quarter to win the opener. Jared Ruiz (188-G/F-1992) was unstoppable for the winners with 41 points. Francisco Garth (195-G/F-1999) netted 8, whilst Josmel Martinez (198-F-1999, college: Broward CC) and Jensen Campbell (198-C/F-1998) produced 6 each. Selassie Braithwaite (193-F-1996) replied with 16 in a loss and Kareem Edwards (193-G-1990) delivered 12.

Cuba register first win at the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News

Antigua and Barbuda - Cuba 53:97

Cuba registered first win at the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers as they edged Antigua and Barbuda 97-53. Cuba opened the game with a 21-14 run and added massive 26-16 rally in the second quarter. Moreover, Cuba nailed 30 points in the third quarter and won the last period 20-11.
Jasiel Rivero (206-PF-1993, agency: Pro Sports) top-scored for the winners with 15 points and Yoel Cubillas (204-F-1994) netted 13. Alexis Jackson (205-C-2000) ended up with 14 points in the losing case, whilst Cohen Desouza (201-F-1994) poured in 13.

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ARGENTINA

Pergamino trusts again in Pagura's vision - by Roberto Dorta

For 3rd year consecutive Pergamino Basket Basquet hold to Julian Pagura like their head coach. It isn't a hard decision when the results over the court and outside the court with the local young players has been positive.
With this decision Pagura going trought a new challenge with his team, and the next step will be renewals many of the players who shared with them and reinforce the points to improve what done it of the last year.
Pagura has a great historical performance in Liga Argentina: Ciclista de Junin, San Isidro and now this couple of seasons with Pergamino Basket. Added to this experience: Won Award of Coach of the year in 2014 beeing Champion with Ciclista in this season.
"I am very happy to be able to continue in Pergamino Basket. We continued with the idea of giving participation to the players of the city as we have been doing since the day I arrived", were the first words of Pagura after confirming the renewal.
So far the Liga Argentina market is open, and many players are traveling to shorth leagues like Bolivia, Ecuador or Colombia wherefore could be take more time to announce the signature of the players.

Argentinian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Bordon

Fresno

Trouet

Giralt

Giovannetti

Bautista Rodriguez

200-SG-2004

Baskonia B Spain

Lee Aaliya

205-F/C-2004

Atenas

Dylan Bordon

190-G-2004

Gran Canaria 2 Spain

Diego Collomb

192-G/F-2004

Quimsa

Lucas Fresno

195-F-2004

RO SAzzurra Italy

Benjamin Marchiaro

194-G-2004

Rieti Kienergia Italy

Santiago Trouet

205-F/C-2004

Estudiantes B Spain

Juan Respaud

190-PG-2005

Obras

Patricio Giralt

205-C-2004

Obras

Nicholas Petri

213-C-2006

Atenas

Juan Bocca

198-F-2005

Obradoiro

Lucas Giovannetti

201-F-2005

NGST

Mauro Polla

Head Coach

Gustavo Sapochnik

Assistant

Javier Ielmini

Assistant

Obras

Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Awards 2023 - by Roberto Dorta

Finals MVP: USA

Eric Anderson (204-F/C-1993) of Quimsa
Player of the Year: Cuba

Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997) of Gimnasia
Guard of the Year : Argentina

Leonel Schattmann (193-SG-1987) of Boca
Forward of the Year: Cuba

Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997) of Gimnasia
Center of the Year: Argentina

Tayavek Gallizzi (206-F/C-1993) of Instituto
Domestic Player of the Year: Argentina

Leonel Schattmann (193-SG-1987) of Boca
Import Player of the Year: Cuba

Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997) of Gimnasia
Most Improved Player of the Year: Uruguay

Joaquin Rodriguez (198-F-1999) of Obras
Newcomer of the Year: Argentina

Franco Baralle (185-PG-1999) of Quimsa
Sixth Man of the Year: Argentina

Agustin Perez (192-G-1999) of Quimsa
Coach of the Year: Lucas Victoriano of Instituto

Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga First Team 2023

Balbi

Schattmann

Cooper

Mensia

Gallizzi

First Team
Argentina

Franco Balbi (188-PG-1989) of Boca
Argentina

Leonel Schattmann (193-SG-1987) of Boca
USA

Thomas Cooper (196-G-1992) of Olimpia K.
Cuba

Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997) of Gimnasia
Argentina

Tayavek Gallizzi (206-F/C-1993) of Instituto

Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Second Team 2023

Baralle

Slider

Tabarez

Pomoli

Owens

Second Team
Argentina

Franco Baralle (185-PG-1999) of Quimsa
USA

Johnatan Slider (192-SG-1987) of Argentino
Argentina

Patricio Tabarez (195-F-1991) of Olimpico
Uruguay

Nicola Pomoli (195-G/F-1999) of Platense
USA

De'Marco Owens (203-F/C-1996) of Platense

Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Third Team 2023

Marin

Tucker

Giorgetti

Giletto

DeVaughn

Third Team
Italy

Federico Marin (199-G/F-1982) of San Lorenzo
USA

Dar Tucker (193-SG-1988) of Boca
Argentina

Franco Giorgetti (203-F-1992) of Obera
Argentina

Salvador Giletto (195-SF-1993) of Diablos
USA

Gerard DeVaughn (205-C-1988) of Gimnasia

Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Honorable Mention 2023

Maldonado

Lugo

Lema

Jackson

Henry

Hinkle

Honorable Mention
Spain

Jonathan Maldonado (188-G-1990) of Obera
Argentina

Sebastian Lugo (195-SG) of San Lorenzo
Argentina

Leonardo Lema (204-SF-1998) of Sao Jose
USA

Justin Jackson (203-PF-1990) of Riachuelo LR
USA

Michael Henry (198-G-1995) of La Union
USA

Charles Hinkle (198-G-1988) of Regatas
USA

Will Vorhees (203-F-1995) of Comunicaciones
Argentina

Mauro Cosolito (192-SF-1988) of Quimsa
Italy

Leonardo Mainoldi (205-PF-1985) of Boca
Argentina

Marcos Mata (202-SF-1986) of Boca
Argentina

Fernando Martina (201-F/C-1981) of Independ.O.
Argentina

Juan Arengo (185-G-1996) of Regatas
Italy

Omar Canton (205-C-1982) of Atenas
Argentina

Tomas Monacchi (198-SG-1997) of Penarol
USA

Latraius Mosley (198-G-1990) of Riachuelo LR
USA

Melvin Johnson (193-G-1993) of Comunicaciones

Latinbasket.com Argentinian La Liga All-Domestic Players Team 2023

Balbi

Schattmann

Tabarez

Pomoli

Gallizzi

All-Domestic Players Team
Argentina

Franco Balbi (188-PG-1989) of Boca
Argentina

Leonel Schattmann (193-SG-1987) of Boca
Argentina

Patricio Tabarez (195-F-1991) of Olimpico
Uruguay

Nicola Pomoli (195-G/F-1999) of Platense
Argentina

Tayavek Gallizzi (206-F/C-1993) of Instituto

Latinbasket.com Argentinian La Liga All-Imports Team 2023

Anderson

Tucker

Cooper

Mensia

Owens

All-Imports Team
USA

Eric Anderson (204-F/C-1993) of Quimsa
USA

Dar Tucker (193-SG-1988) of Boca
USA

Thomas Cooper (196-G-1992) of Olimpia K.
Cuba

Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997) of Gimnasia
USA

De'Marco Owens (203-F/C-1996) of Platense

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ARMENIA

Hoban inks at FIMA 94 EliteYerevan at the beginning of his pro career - by Eurobasket News

FIMA 94 EliteYerevan (League A) added to their roster American guard Brendan Hoban (185cm-82kg). Hoban just graduated from S.Wesleyan (NCAA2).
Hoban started his college career at Wheeling University (NCAA2). Then he moved to Holy Family University (NCAA2). Hoban's high school career he had spent at Millbrook in Winchester, VA.
Of course it will be Hoban's first season as a professional player.

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AUSTRALIA

Toohey starts his pro career at Sydney - by Eurobasket News

Defending champion Sydney Kings (NBL) added to their roster 19-year old Australian international forward Alex Toohey (201cm-2004) for new 2023-24 season.
He started his college career at Gonzaga University (NCAA). Toohey has been regularly called to Australian Senior National Team since 2021.
As mentioned above he is just out of college, and it is Toohey's first season as a professional player.

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AUSTRIA

Oberwart signs Monroe just out of college - by Stefan Heinrich

Unger Steel Gunners Oberwart (BSL) signed 23-year old American forward Kris Monroe (203cm-96kg-1999) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Monroe just graduated from North Carolina Central University (NCAA). In 31 games he had 10.0ppg and 5.4rpg last season. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in NCAA1. They also advanced to the league semifinals. 2022-23 was a great season as he was named to All-MEAC Third Team.
Monroe started his college career at Providence College (NCAA) where he played three seasons. Then he moved to North Carolina Central University (NCAA). His high school career he had spent at St. David's in Raleigh, NC.
As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player.

Unger Steel Gunners Oberwart roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Sebastian Kaeferle
Tre'vion Lamar

Forwards:
Kris Monroe
Florian Koeppel

Centers:
Daniel Koeppel
Shaquille Rombley

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BAHAMAS

UniFacisa signs David Nesbitt - by Paulo Freire

UniFacisa Paraiba (NBB) signed 32-year old Bahamas international power forward David Nesbitt (203cm-105kg-1991, college: St.Thomas, FL) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Nesbitt played last season at Bigua in Uruguayan LUB league. In two games he had 6.5ppg, 3.5rpg and 1.0apg.
He won Brazilian National League championship title in 2018 and 2019. He was voted to Brazilian All-Star Game in 2018 and 2021.
The previous (2022) summer he was tested by Honey Badgers (OCAA) in Canadian league.
He has been also a member of Bahamas international program for some years. Nesbitt has regularly played for Bahamas senior team since 2015 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2008.
He represented Bahamas at the CBC Championship in Tortola (British Virgin Islands) eight years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 6 games: 9.0ppg, 7.2rpg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 28.6%, FT: 82.4%.
Nesbitt is quite experienced player. He has played in five different countries on three different continents (Asia, Latin America and of course North America). Nesbitt has played previously professionally also in Argentina (Boca and Olimpico), Iraq (Al Mina), Kazakhstan (Caspiy Aktau) and Brazil (Flamengo, Minas, Paulistano and Corinthians) and Uruguay (Goes).
He graduated from Saint Thomas University in 2012 and it will be his twelfth (!!!) season as a professional player. Nesbitt won Brazilian National League championship title in 2018 and 2019. He was selected to Brazilian All-Star Game in 2018 and 2021. Nesbitt played also for Grayson County College for one year.

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BARBADOS

Paraguay beat Barbados in AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers opener - by Eurobasket News

Paraguay - Barbados 80:70

Paraguay overcame Barbados 80-70 in AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers opener. They trailed 15-16 at the end of the first period, whilst took control with a 21-12 in the second. Paraguay needed a final 25-12 surge in the last stanza to seal the win.
Rodney Mercado (191-SF-1999) erupted with 33 points for the winners and Juan Poisson (198-C-1998) netted 17. Kyrone Alexander (192-SF-2003) replied with 20 points in the losing effort, whilst Keefe Birkett (183-G-1988)t poured in 17.

Nicolas Carvacho paces Chile past Barbados - by Eurobasket News

Barbados - Chile 48:78

Nicolas Carvacho (211-F/C-1997, college: Colorado St.) paced Chile past Barbados at the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers. He nailed 20 points as Chile celebrated a 78-48 win for a 2-0 record. Chile opened the game with a 17-14 run and nailed 29 points in the second period. Moreover, Chile won the third quarter 20-8, whilst Barbados replied with a 14-12 run in the last period.
Alejandro Vergara (196-SG-1995) and Felipe Haase (206-F-1998) delivered 12 points each for the winners. Kyrone Alexander (192-SF-2003) answered with 10 points in the losing effort.

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Jaylen Hands agreed terms with Peristeri - by Eurobasket News

Peristeri BWin Athens (GBL) inked 23-year old American 191cm guard Jaylen Hands (college: UCLA, agency: Octagon Europe) for upcoming season. Hands played most recently at PAOK Mateco Thessaloniki (GBL). In 31 games he recorded 13.9ppg, 3.5rpg and 2.6apg last season. Good year as he was voted League Player of the Week. He also played 9 games in Basketball Champions League where he averaged 14.1ppg, 3.3rpg, 2.1apg and 1.4spg.
Hands won Trinity League championship title in 2014 and 2015.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Antwerp Giants in Belgian Pro Basketball League. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In three Belgian Pro Basketball League games he got 12.7ppg, 9.3rpg, 3.0apg and 1.0spg in that year. He helped them to make it to the Belgian Cup Semifinals. Hands also played 11 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he got 8.4ppg, 3.5rpg and 2.2apg in that year. He also played 29 games in BNXT League where he got 11.2ppg, 3.8rpg and 2.8apg in that year. The other team he played shortly was EnBW Ludwigsburg in German BBL. In two games he got 4.5ppg and 2.0apg in that year.
In 2019 he was drafted by Los Angeles Clippers (NBA) in second round (56th overall). Hands attended University of California at Los Angeles and it is his fifth season in pro basketball.
He has played also professionally in Serbia (KK FMP Meridian Beograd), NBA G League (Long Island Nets) and NBA Summer League (Cleveland Cavaliers).
Among many awards he received All-East County Player of the Year award and was selected to MaxPreps High School All-America Honorable Mention back in 2017. Hands won Trinity League championship title in 2014 and 2015.

Peristeri BWin Athens roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Joe Ragland
Matt Coleman_III
Kenny Williams_III
Jaylen Hands
Elijah Mitrou-Long

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BELGIUM

Brussels ink Luka Kotrulja - by Eurobasket News

Circus Brussels Basketball (Pro Basketball League) agreed terms with 25-year old Croatian shooting guard Luka Kotrulja (196cm-1998) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Kotrulja is the second import player in the roster as French Jared Ambrose signed here earlier.
He has played for the last two seasons at Kangoeroes Basket Mechelen in the Pro Basketball League. He managed to play in three leagues last year. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 7 Pro Basketball League games he recorded 3.4ppg and 1.0rpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Kotrulja also played 3 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged just 1.7ppg and 1.3rpg. And finally he contributed to 24 games in BNXT League where he got only 2.2ppg and 1.0rpg.
He represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 in Latvia nine years ago. His stats at that event were 9 games: 11.0ppg, 2.7rpg, 1.4apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 43.2%, 3PT: 36.2%, FT: 71.4%.
Kotrulja has played previously professionally also in Croatia (Split) and Belgium (Leuven Bears and Gistel Oostende). He won Belgian League championship title in 2017 and 2018.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Belgian Top Division I Bosman Player of the Year back in 2019.

Akyazili re-signs at Pinar Karsiyaka - by Eurobasket News

Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir (BSL) confirmed in their roster 26-year old Belgian international shooting guard Thomas Akyazili (190cm-1997, college: Colorado, agency: Octagon Europe) for new 2023-24 season. Akyazili is the second import player in the roster as USA Errick McCollum signed here earlier.
He played there last season. In 34 BSL games he recorded 3.9ppg and 1.6rpg. He helped them to make it to the Turkish League final. He also played 5 games in Basketball Champions League where he averaged just 2.4ppg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Merkezefendi. In 27 BSL games he had 3.2ppg and 1.4rpg in that year.
Akyazili has been also a member of Belgian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Belgian senior team since 2016 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2017.
Akyazili represented Belgium at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2021 Pre-Qualifiers four years ago.
He has played previously professionally also in Belgium (Antwerp Giants and Telnet Giants Antwerp B team).
Akyazili was voted to Belgian All-Star Game back in 2019.
He attended University of Colorado until 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player.

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BNXT LEAGUE

Jorgen Odfjell (ex Gimle) is a newcomer at Leeuwarden - by Eurobasket News

Aris Leeuwarden (DBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 22-year old Norwegian international guard Jorgen Odfjell (197cm-2000) for season 2023-24. Odfjell has played for the last two years at Gimle in Norwegian BLNO. In 37 games he recorded very impressive stats: 17.8ppg, 6.5rpg, 3.7apg and 1.4spg last season. He helped them to win the league title despite they ended the regular season at the second place. A very spectacular year in his career as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Norwegian BLNO Finals MVP and selected to All-Domestic Players Team and League Player of the Week.
Odfjell also represented Norway at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Skopje (North Macedonia) five years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 5.9ppg, 3.9rpg, 1.6apg, FGP: 47.1%, 3PT: 23.1%, FT: 50.0%.
He has played also professionally in USA.

Leeuwarden adds Milutinovic to their roster, ex Braunschweig - by Eurobasket News

Aris Leeuwarden (DBL) added to their roster 23-year old German point guard Damjan Milutinovic (183cm-76kg-2000) for season 2023-24. Milutinovic has played for the last two years at SG Braunschweig in German Regionalliga. In 24 games he recorded 11.8ppg, 3.3rpg, 3.0apg and 1.5spg in 2021-22 year.
He has played also professionally in Italy (Forio).
Milutinovic won Italian Serie C Gold Group Campania Regular Season in 2020.

Brussels ink Luka Kotrulja - by Eurobasket News

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BOLIVIA

Haylen Washington claims Bolivian Libobasquet weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

American Haylen Washington (196-G-1994) put on an amazing game in the last round for Univ.Sucre and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 17.
The 28-year old guard had a double-double of 40 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team beat La Paz (#10, 3-11) 101-93. Univ.Sucre is placed at 4th position in Bolivian Libobasquet. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Univ.Sucre will need more victories to improve their 8-6 record. In the team's last game Washington had a remarkable eight three-pointers out of 14 attempts. He just recently signed at Univ.Sucre, being already a very valuable addition to the team. College of Coastal Georgia graduate has very impressive stats this year. Washington is in league's top in points (4th best: 22.0ppg), rebounds (5th best: 10.4rpg) and averages solid 56.0% FGP. Worth to mention Washington played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American guard Irin Stark (185-G-1989) of La Paz. Stark impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 30 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as La Paz lost that game 93-101 to the higher-ranked Univ.Sucre (#4, 8-6). La Paz are still at the very bottom. 11 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories La Paz managed to get this year. Stark is one of the most experienced players at La Paz and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 24.4ppg (#3). He also registered 7.6 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was Argentinian Rolando Vallejos (195-SF-2000) of San Simon (#3). Vallejos showcased his all-around game by recording 27 points, sixteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. Despite Vallejos' great performance San Simon lost 81-85 to #1 ranked Pichincha. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing San Simon needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 8 victories and 5 lost games. Vallejos has a great season in Bolivia. After only 7 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 24.4ppg (2nd best), rebounds with 11.4rpg (3rd best) and assists with 4.7apg (best passer). He also has FGP: 66.7% and 3PT: 41.1%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Rene Calvo (193-F/G-1993) of Pichincha - 27 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Juan Martin Bello (200-F-1999) of CAN Oruro - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Milos Petkovic (204-F/C-1991) of San Simon - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Julian Morales) of Leones - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Dariel Maza (C-1991) of La Paz - 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Torey James (198-G-2000) of Univ.Sucre - 16 points and 9 rebounds
10. Claudio Gonzales (193-SF-2004) of La Paz - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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Libobasquet Round 18: Derby game ends with Saracho's defeat of Carl A-Z - by Eurobasket News

Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Oruro: Saracho (#8) and Carl A-Z (#5). Saracho (6-8) won against visiting Carl A-Z (7-7) 79-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Carl A-Z. It was a good game for Argentinian point guard Alejo Traverso (179-1998) who led his team to a victory with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Alejandro Vedia (-1997) contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Saracho's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Argentinian center Diego Romero (206-1982, college: FSU) replied with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 9 assists for Carl A-Z. Saracho maintains eighth position with 6-8 record. Carl A-Z at the other side keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Calero.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked San Simon (8-6) against seventh ranked Calero (7-7) on Saturday night. Visiting San Simon was defeated by Calero in a tough game in Potosi 71-76. Argentinian power forward Juan Cruz Oberto (200-1997) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Trey Jones chipped in 25 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Argentinian Rolando Vallejos (195-2000) with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds. Calero moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Carl A-Z. San Simon at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. They share it with Univ.Sucre.

Saracho - Carl A-Z 79-70

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Oruro: Saracho (#8) and Carl A-Z (#5). Saracho (6-8) won against visiting Carl A-Z (7-7) 79-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Carl A-Z. It was a good game for Argentinian point guard Alejo Traverso (179-1998) who led his team to a victory with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Alejandro Vedia (-1997) contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four Saracho players scored in double figures. Saracho's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Argentinian center Diego Romero (206-1982, college: FSU) replied with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 9 assists and Argentinian point guard Roberto Orresta (177-1991) added 26 points and 4 assists in the effort for Carl A-Z. Saracho maintains eighth position with 6-8 record. Carl A-Z at the other side keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Calero.
Top scorers:
Saracho: A.Traverso 23+7reb+5ast, V.Alejandro 18+7reb+1ast, D.Simon 12+7reb+2ast, C.Delgado 12+6reb+3ast, T.Mario 8+2ast, R.Martin 4+1reb
Carl A-Z: R.Orresta 26+2reb+4ast, V.Samuel 20+3reb+1ast, D.Romero 14+16reb+9ast, M.Tola 8+6reb+1ast, E.Alekzander 2, C.Ortiz 0

Calero - San Simon 76-71

Very important is a road loss of third ranked San Simon (8-6) against seventh ranked Calero (7-7) on Saturday night. Visiting San Simon was defeated by Calero in a tough game in Potosi 71-76. Argentinian power forward Juan Cruz Oberto (200-1997) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Trey Jones (188-1998, college: Bluefield) chipped in 25 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Argentinian Rolando Vallejos (195-2000) with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds and Serbian power forward Milos Petkovic (204-1991) scored 8 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Calero moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Carl A-Z. San Simon at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. They share it with Univ.Sucre.
Top scorers:
Calero: T.Jones 25+6reb+1ast, J.Cruz Oberto 24+10reb+3ast, C.Alanes 12+4reb+6ast, E.Brandon 7+8reb+2ast, A.Carreon 4+6reb+4ast, C.Romero 4+2reb+2ast
San Simon: V.Rolando 29+12reb+2ast, A.Trujillo 14+5reb+2ast, P.Gutierrez 11+3reb+1ast, M.Petkovic 8+10reb+6ast, H.Sergio 4+4reb+1ast, M.Arias 3+2reb

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BOSNIA

Alliance Sport Alsace adds Adamovic to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Alliance Sport Alsace (ProB) added to their roster experienced 34-year old Bosnian-Serbian international point guard Filip Adamovic (181cm-1988) for season 2023-24. Adamovic is not a newcomer in French League as he played most recently at Rouen Metropole Basket. In 19 ProB games in France he recorded 10.7ppg, 2.5rpg and 5.4apg in 2021-22 year.
The previous (2020-21) season he played at Gries/Oberhoffen where in 26 ProB games he averaged impressive 15.2ppg, 2.7rpg, 7.0apg and 1.2spg in that year. A very spectacular season in his career as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-French ProB Bosman of the Year, League Player of the Week (3 times) and selected to Eurobasket.com All-French ProB Second Team.
He has been a member of Bosnia and Herzegovina international program for some years. Adamovic has been regularly called to Bosnia and Herzegovina senior team since 2013 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2006.
He is quite experienced player. Adamovic has played also professionally in Belarus (BC Minsk), Belgium (Belfius Mons Hainaut), Romania (Targu Mures, CS Universitar Ploiesti and Cluj Napoca) and Bosnia (Borac WWin Banja Luka, Igokea, Mladost, KK Igokea Partizan Aleksandrovac 2nd team and Servitium).

(via @Be_BasketFr)

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BRAZIL

Carioca Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Raffael MENCARINI

Praia
(187-G-2001)
Avg: 25.6

25.6

20.8

19.5

18.4

17.8

Minas sign Yuri Neptune - by Paulo Freire

Minas Tenis Clube Belo Horizon. U20 team (LDB U20) signed 19-year old forward Yuri Neptune (201cm-2003). Neptune played last season at Minas in the NBB. NBB was a little too high level for him, where in 13 games he had just 1.5ppg and 1.0rpg. LDB U20 will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Neptune also played 1 game in BCL Americas where he recorded only 2 points.
He has played previously for two other teams: Campinas and Coritiba.

Sesi Franca signs Wesley Ferreira - by Paulo Freire

Sesi Franca Basquete Sao Paulo (NBB) signed 27-year old power forward Wesley Ferreira (200cm-100kg-1995) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Ferreira played last season at Minas (NBB). In 36 games he had 12.1ppg, 5.8rpg and 1.4apg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Ferreira also played 10 games in BCL Americas where he recorded 14.7ppg, 4.7rpg and 1.2apg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Mogi. In 31 NBB games he averaged 14.6ppg, 5.6rpg and 2.4apg in that year. 2021-22 was a great season as he was named to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Honorable Mention.
He has played previously for four other teams: Pinheiros, Metodista/Sao Bernardo do Campo, Sport Club do Recife and Corinthians.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Liga Sudamericana in 2019. Ferreira was also voted Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Most Improved Player of the Year back in 2018.

Ruan Miranda joins Paulistano - by Paulo Freire

Paulistano Sao Paulo U20 team (LDB U20) agreed terms with 21-year old power forward Ruan Miranda (205cm-105kg-2001). Miranda played last season at Cerrado in Brazilian NBB league. In 31 games he had very impressive stats: 15.4ppg, 8.0rpg and 1.0apg. LDB U20 will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week (2 times). He also played for Cerrado (NBB) where in 31 games he recorded also remarkable stats: 15.4ppg, 8.0rpg and 1.0apg. Good season as he was also here named League Player of the Week (2 times). Miranda also played 31 games in NBB for the same team last season where he averaged 12.0ppg, 6.9rpg and 1.2bpg in 2021-22 year. Quite impressive season as he was voted Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Player of the Year, Center of the Year and to the All-Star Game.
He has played previously for two other teams: Flamengo and Flamengo. Miranda won Brazilian National League championship title in 2019 and 2021.

Gabriel Mendes (ex Spartans) joins Universitario - by Paulo Freire

Club Atletico Universitario Salto (LSB) agreed terms with 26-year old Brazilian center Gabriel Mendes (206cm-1996). Mendes played this summer at Spartans in Ecuadorian Liga Basquet Pro. He also played for A.A. Sao Caetano (Paulista A2) in Brazilian league.
Mendes has played also professionally in Argentina (Quimsa, Independiente and Quimsa), Venezuela (Broncos) and Brazil (Palmeiras, Ginastico, Paschoalotto/Bauru, Osasco and Sorocabana).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the CBC League Semifinals in 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian LDD Honorable Mention back in 2019.

UniFacisa signs David Nesbitt - by Paulo Freire

Brazilian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Calderon

Brandao

Santos

Inacio

Atauri

Gabriel Landeira

190-PG-2004

Corinthians Brazil

Gabriel Caldeira

185-PG-2004

Sao Jose

Samis Calderon

196-SF-2004

NBA Academy Latin Am Mexico

Vitor Brandao

199-G-2004

Paulistano Brazil

Eduardo Bersch

188-G-2005

Sesi Franca Brazil

Reynan Santos

192-G-2004

Sesi Franca Brazil

Guilherme Tesch

203-SF-2004

IMG Academy USA

Gustavo Guimaraes

206-C-2006

Riviera Prep USA

Vitor Farias

206-C-2005

Sesi Franca Brazil

Leandro Inacio

203-PF-2004

Paulistano Brazil

Lucas Atauri

192-SG-2004

Paulistano Brazil

Winicius Braga

205-F-2005

Minas

Vitor Galvani

Head Coach

Capitanes M. USA

Helio Rubens

Assistant

Andre re-signs at Pinheiros - by Eurobasket News

Esporte Clube Pinheiros Sao Paolo (NBB) confirmed in their roster 23-year old center Dikembe Andre (206cm-108kg-1999) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Andre has played there for the last two seasons.
He also represented Brazil at the South American Championship U20 in Salta (Argentina) five years ago.
Andre has played previously for three other teams: Paschoalotto/Bauru, Paulistano and Paulistano. His team made it to the Paulista League Semifinals in 2020 and 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Center of the Year in 2019 and 2021.

Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Finals MVP: Brazil

Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) of Sesi Franca
Player of the Year: Brazil

Lucas Silva (208-C-1995) of Sesi Franca
Point Guard of the Year: Brazil

Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) of Sesi Franca
Shooting Guard of the Year: USA

Shaquille Johnson (191-G-1990) of Minas
Small Forward of the Year: USA

Dexter McClanahan (193-F/G-1997) of Fortaleza
Power Forward of the Year: Brazil

Lucas Silva (208-C-1995) of Sesi Franca
Center of the Year: Brazil

Lucas Mariano (208-C/F-1993) of Sesi Franca
Import Player of the Year: USA

Shaquille Johnson (191-G-1990) of Minas
Young Player of the Year: Brazil

Maozinha Pereira (200-PF-2000) of Corinthians
Most Improved Player of the Year: Brazil

Antonio Ferreira (200-SF-1994) of UniFacisa
Defensive Player of the Year: Brazil

Maozinha Pereira (200-PF-2000) of Corinthians
Coach of the Year: Helinho Garcia of Sesi Franca

Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League First Team 2023

de Paula

Johnson

McClanahan

Silva

Mariano

First Team
Brazil

Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) of Sesi Franca
USA

Shaquille Johnson (191-G-1990) of Minas
USA

Dexter McClanahan (193-F/G-1997) of Fortaleza
Brazil

Lucas Silva (208-C-1995) of Sesi Franca
Brazil

Lucas Mariano (208-C/F-1993) of Sesi Franca

Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Second Team 2023

Borges

Jackson

Ferreira

Pereira

Miranda

Second Team
Brazil

Alexey Borges (185-PG-1995) of Minas
USA

David Jackson (190-G-1982) of Sesi Franca
Brazil

Antonio Ferreira (200-SF-1994) of UniFacisa
Brazil

Maozinha Pereira (200-PF-2000) of Corinthians
Brazil

Ruan Miranda (205-C/F-2001) of Paulistano

Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Third Team 2023

Figueredo

Thomas

Munford

Galvanini

Tavares

Third Team
Argentina

Diego Figueredo (185-PG-1991) of Sao Jose
USA

Davaunta Thomas (196-G-1995) of Brillantes
Portugal

Rafael Munford (195-F-1998) of Pinheiros
Brazil

Gabriel Galvanini (202-SF-1998) of Flamengo
Brazil

Maique Tavares (210-C-1993) of Corinthians

Latinbasket.com Brazilian League All-Defensive Team 2023

Borges

de Paula

Verissimo

Pereira

Miranda

All-Defensive Team
Brazil

Adyel Borges (188-PG-2002) of Pinheiros
Brazil

Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) of Sesi Franca
Brazil

Fabricio Verissimo (192-G-1998) of Pato Basquete
Brazil

Maozinha Pereira (200-PF-2000) of Corinthians
Brazil

Ruan Miranda (205-C/F-2001) of Paulistano

Latinbasket.com Brazilian League All-Domestic Players Team 2023

Borges

de Paula

Ferreira

Silva

Mariano

All-Domestic Players Team
Brazil

Alexey Borges (185-PG-1995) of Minas
Brazil

Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) of Sesi Franca
Brazil

Antonio Ferreira (200-SF-1994) of UniFacisa
Brazil

Lucas Silva (208-C-1995) of Sesi Franca
Brazil

Lucas Mariano (208-C/F-1993) of Sesi Franca

Latinbasket.com Brazilian League All-Imports Team 2023

Figueredo

Jackson

Johnson

McClanahan

Aguerre

All-Imports Team
Argentina

Diego Figueredo (185-PG-1991) of Sao Jose
USA

David Jackson (190-G-1982) of Sesi Franca
USA

Shaquille Johnson (191-G-1990) of Minas
USA

Dexter McClanahan (193-F/G-1997) of Fortaleza
Italy

Federico Aguerre (203-F-1988) of Titanes

Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Honorable Mention 2023

Sacco

Da Silva

Abreu

Miller

Bennett

Gaskins

Honorable Mention
Brazil

Gemadinha Sacco (183-G-1997) of Brasilia
Brazil

Tulio Da Silva (203-F-1996) of Sao Paulo
Brazil

Gui Abreu (199-PF-1999) of Paulistano
USA

Malcolm Miller (201-G-1991) of Sao Paulo
USA

Cordero Bennett (185-G-1988) of Sao Paulo
Panama

Trevor Gaskins (188-PG-1989) of O.Mundial
Brazil

Jonas Buffat (191-F-2000) of Pinheiros
Brazil

Matheusinho Brito (184-PG-2000) of Fortaleza
Brazil

Douglas Dos Santos (201-SF-1998) of Brasilia
Brazil

Dikembe Andre (206-C-1999) of Pinheiros
Brazil

Daniel Von Haydin (194-G-1999) of Cerrado
Brazil

Elinho Corazza (191-PG-1989) of Sao Paulo

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CANADA

Anwil adds Young to their roster, ex Scarborough - by Eurobasket News

Anwil Wloclawek (EBL) added to their roster 26-year old Canadian international center Kalif Young (206cm-113kg-1997, college: Providence) for new 2023-24 season. Young plays this summer at Scarborough in Canadian CEBL. In 9 games just recently he recorded 6.2ppg, 7.6rpg, 2.0apg, 1.2spg and 1.0bpg. The last season he played at Bayreuth in German BBL where in 34 games he averaged 7.1ppg, 5.7rpg and 1.1spg.
He has been also a member of Canadian international program for some years. Young has regularly played for Canadian senior team since 2021 and previously for U16 National Team back in 2013.
He represented Canada at the World Championships U17 in Dubai (UAE) nine years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 5.7ppg, 4.9rpg, FGP: 64.3%, FT: 44.4%.
Young has played also professionally in Turkey (Bornova) and Poland (Czarni).
He played in the final of CEBL in 2022.
Young graduated from Providence College in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

Canadian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Simon

Lee

Dumont

Benjamin

Nwoko

Olivier Rioux

228-C-2006

IMG Academy

David Simon

209-C-2004

Royal Crown Canada

Thomas Hurley

194-F/G-2004

Vermont Acad (MA)

Xaivian Lee

190-G-2004

Princeton

Jordann Dumont

203-SF-2004

Villanova

Jahari Williamson

188-PG-2004

Royal Crown Canada

Cyril Martynov

213-F-2004

EMU

Bubu Benjamin

201-SF-2004

Edge School Canada

Jaion Pitt

194-SF-2006

Dream City Christian

Micheal Evbagharu

191-SG-2004

Royal Crown Canada

Elijah Fisher

198-G-2004

DePaul

Michael Nwoko

208-C-2004

Miami, FL

Patrick Tatham

Head Coach

McMaster

Justin Serresse

Assistant

Laurier

Nathan Grant

Assistant

Laval

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CEBL

Anthony Barber claims CEBL Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

American Anthony Barber (188-PG-1994) had a great game in the last round for Scarborough and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 9.
The 28-year old playmaker had the game-high 34 points adding five rebounds and three assists for Scarborough in his team's victory, helping them to beat Edmonton (5-4) 88-83. Scarborough is placed at 5th position in CEBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Scarborough will need more victories to improve their 5-4 record. In the team's last game Barber had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He just recently signed at Scarborough, being already a very valuable addition to the team. North Carolina State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Barber is in league's top in points (3rd best: 23.6ppg), assists (8th best: 4.9apg) and averages solid 52.7% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American shooting guard Ahmed Hill (196-SG-1995) of Montreal. Hill impressed basketball fans with 32 points and 5 rebounds. It was enough for Montreal to edge slightly higher-ranked Ottawa (#7, 4-5) by 3 points 86-83. Montreal's 9th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-6 record. Hill is one of the most experienced players at Montreal and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.4ppg (#6).

The third best performed player last round was American MJ Walker (196-G-1998) of Vancouver (#8). Walker scored 21 points and grabbed five rebounds. Despite Walker's great performance Vancouver lost 84-93 to the higher-ranked Winnipeg (#1, 7-3). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Vancouver ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 5 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Walker could help Vancouver to bring them higher in the standings. Walker has a very solid season. In 6 games in CEBL he scored 14.3ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Zane Waterman (203-F-1995) of Brampton - 10 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Kadre Gray (186-G-1997) of Ottawa - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Thomas Kennedy (206-F-2000) of Scarborough - 18 points and 10 rebounds
7. Deng Adel (201-F-1997) of Ottawa - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Teddy Allen (198-G-1998) of Winnipeg - 28 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists
9. E.J. Anosike (201-G/F-1998) of Winnipeg - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Zena Edosomwan (206-C/F-1993) of Ottawa - 11 points and 11 rebounds

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

Caleb Agada (ex Prometey) joins Ottawa - by Eurobasket News

Ottawa Blackjacks (CEBL) agreed terms with 28-year old naturalized Nigerian small forward Caleb Agada (196cm-1994, college: Ottawa, agency: Pensack Sports). Agada played last season at Prometey in Ukrainian Lat-Est BL. In 18 Eurocup games he had 14.4ppg, 4.0rpg, 4.0apg and 2.3spg (in top 4). He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Agada also played 22 games in Lat-Est BL where he recorded 10.9ppg, 4.0rpg, 4.7apg and 1.8spg.
He represented Canada at the Olympic Games in Tokyo (Japan) two years ago. His stats at that event were 3 games: 2.7ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.0apg, 1.0bpg.
Agada is quite experienced player. Agada's career allowed him to visit three different continents, while he played in five different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Australia and of course North America. Agada has played previously professionally in Australia (United), Israel (Hapoel Beer Sheva), Spain (Melilla and Prat), Canada (Honey Badgers) and NBA Summer League (Denver Nuggets). He won Latvian-Estonian Basketball League championship title in 2023. Agada was voted to CIS All-Canadian Defensive Player of the Year back in 2016 and 2017.
He graduated from University of Ottawa in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. Agada played also for Burlington Elite for one year.
On Agada: Agada was the youngest player and 1st import to record a historic 26p/14r/5a game. A tremendous athlete with tight ball handling, who is excellent in the pick & roll as primary ball handler. Lethal in transition offence and a remarkable finisher around the basket with both hands and a variety of moves. Proven he's ready for a top international club.

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CHILE

Chile rout Ecuador in Valdivia - by Eurobasket News

Chile - Ecuador 85:63

Chile overcame Ecuador 85-63 in Valdivia as they opened AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers. The hosts started with an 18-15 run and dominated the whole game. Ecuador managed to reply with a final 17-16 run to reduce the gap at the end.
Sebastian Herrera (193-SG-1997) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Nicolas Carvacho (211-F/C-1997, college: Colorado St.) netted 11. Adriano Barreras (186-G-1989) answered with 18 points in defeat, whilst Johu Castillo (199-F-1999) and Bryan Carabali (214-C-1999) had 11 each.

Nicolas Carvacho paces Chile past Barbados - by Eurobasket News

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CHINA

Chinese U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Wang

Zhang

Xie

Yang

Wan

Wang Haoran

205-F-2004

Shenzhen L. China

Dan Houran

208-C-2005

Zhang Junhao

185-PG-2004

Ma Mingkun

195-SF-2004

Shenzhen L. China

Qu Xiaoyu

207-PF-2004

Xinjiang FT China

Sun Yahui

181-PG-2004

Beijing D. China

Xie Liyongwei

196-SG-2004

Shanghai S. China

Yang Hansen

216-C-2005

Qingdao E. China

Junjie Wang

206-F-2005

NBA Global Australia

Xinyi Li

206-C/F-2004

Wasatch Academy USA

Wei Zhao

181-G-2005

Varese

Wan Menglin

192-SG-2004

Shanghai S. China

Han Deng

Head Coach

Vlada Vukoicic

Assistant

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COLOMBIA

Liga Wplay Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Cafeteros advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News

Cafeteros - Piratas 65-64

Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Cafeteros made 7 blocks. It was a great evening for American Malik Dunbar (198-1996, college: Auburn) who led his team to a victory scoring 9 points and 15 rebounds. International Alvaro Pena (197-1995) helped adding 19 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American Desmond Holloway (194-1990, college: Coastal, agency: Interperformances) with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import point guard Jeremy Smith (180-1997, college: CSUSB) scored 14 points.
Top scorers:
Cafeteros: A.Pena 19+6reb, J.Mays 16+3reb+1ast, M.Dunbar 9+15reb+2ast, O.Steger 7+3reb+2ast, T.Edson 5+1reb, J.Cardenas 3+7reb+3ast
Piratas: D.Holloway 18+5reb+4ast, J.Smith 14+3reb, X.Carreras 9+5reb+1ast, J.Dupree 8+7reb, S.Santiago 7+2reb, V.Sebastian 3+7reb+1ast

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CROATIA

Brussels ink Luka Kotrulja - by Eurobasket News

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CUBA

Jasiel Rivero paces Cuba past US Virgin Islands - by Eurobasket News

Cuba - US Virgin Islands 72:63

Jasiel Rivero have paced Cuba past United States Virgin Islands at the start of the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers. He nailed 13 points as his team celebrated a 72-63 win. Both teams exchanged the leads in the first half, whilst Cuba posted two narrow victories in the second half with a 16-12 and 15-13 respectively in the third and the fourth quarters.
Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997, agency: Pro Sports) and Yoel Cubillas (204-F-1994) scored 9 points each for the winners. Ivan Aska (201-F-1990, college: Murray St., agency: 011 Sports) answered with 20 points in defeat and Amir Nesbitt (185-G-2001) poured in 12.

Cuba register first win at the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News

Polas-Bartolo re-signs at Ludwigsburg - by Eurobasket News

MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg (BBL) confirmed in their roster experienced 37-year old Cuban-German international small forward Yorman Polas-Bartolo (191cm-88kg-1985) for new 2023-24 season. Polas-Bartolo has played there for the last three seasons. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. In 40 BBL games he had 10.7ppg, 4.5rpg (#4 in the league), 2.1apg and 1.1spg last season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Polas-Bartolo also played 9 games in Basketball Champions League where he recorded 9.3ppg, 4.1rpg, 2.8apg and 1.3spg. He has been regularly called to Cuban Senior National Team since 2009.
Polas-Bartolo has played previously professionally in Germany (46ers, Telekom Baskets, Hakro Merlins, Skyliners and Muenchen Bsk) and Cuba (Camaguey and Tigres). He was voted to Eurobasket.com German 2.Bundesliga Pro A All-Defensive Team back in 2014 and 2015.
Polas-Bartolo is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Ludwigsburg.

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DENMARK

Shields re-signs at Milano - by Eurobasket News

AX Armani Exchange Milano (Serie A) confirmed in their roster 29-year old Danish small forward Shavon Shields (201cm-97kg-1994, college: Nebraska) for new 2023-24 season. Shields has played there for the last three seasons.
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016.
Shields was a member of Danish international program for some years. He was called to Danish Senior National Team between 2015 and 2018 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2013.
Shields is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Germany (Skyliners), Spain (Baskonia) and NBA (New Orleans Pelicans).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the InterContinental Cup final in 2017. Shields was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Basketball Champions League Honorable Mention back in 2017.
He graduated from University of Nebraska in 2016 and it will be his eighth season as a professional player.

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Stats Leaders - LIDOBA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jassel PEREZ

Titanes
(195-G/F-2001)
Avg: 20.6

20.6

19.4

19.1

18.5

18.4

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ECUADOR

Chile rout Ecuador in Valdivia - by Eurobasket News

Paraguay pip Ecuador in Valdivia - by Eurobasket News

Ecuador - Paraguay 59:66

Paraguay overcame Ecuador 66-59 in Valdivia at the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers. Paraguay started the game with a 21-19 run and added an 18-7 rally in the second period. Both teams nailed 16 points each in the third quarter, whilst Ecuador won the last period 17-11 to reduce the gap to 7 points at the end. Rodney Mercado (191-SF-1999) top-scored for the winners with 19 points and Juan Poisson (198-C-1998) collected 14 points and 13 rebounds. Johu Castillo (199-F-1999) replied with 16 points in defeat and Adriano Barreras (186-G-1989) notched 11.

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EGYPT

Egyptian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Aly

Hendy

Zahran

Elgizawy

Fahmi

Aly Aly

190-F-2004

Al Ahly

Mohammed Hussin

185-G-2006

Sporting

Mohamed Hendy

176-G-2004

Sporting

Ibrahim Zahran

196-G-2004

Beit Gala

Yassin Mohamed

197-F-2004

Zamalek

Karim Elgizawy

188-G-2005

Al Ahly

Youssef Elghayesh

182-G-2005

Sporting

Hussein Elmaraghy

197-C-2005

Al Gezira

Hassan Amer

188-SF-2005

Sporting

Fahmi Fahmi

208-C-2004

Zamalek

Belal Elshakery

199-F-2004

Wofford

Abdalla Saleh

216-C-2004

Al Ahly

Kirby Schepp

Head Coach

Manitoba

Eslam Kilany

Assistant

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EUROCUP

Joventut inks Ethan Happ - by Eurobasket News

Club Joventut Badalona (Liga Endesa) signed 27-year old American power forward Ethan Happ (208cm-108kg-1996, college: Wisconsin). Happ is the second import player in the roster as Slovakian Vladimir Brodziansky signed here earlier.
He played last season at Rio Breogan in the Liga Endesa. In 34 games he had 12.6ppg, 7.9rpg, 2.5apg and 1.9spg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week (2 times). He also played 1 game in Basketball Champions League where he recorded 14 points, 1 rebound and 2 assists.
He represented USA at the Albert Schweitzer Tournament in Germany (Unofficial World Championships U18) nine years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: Score-5 (19.1ppg), Reb-2 (10.7rpg), 1.4apg, Steals-1 (3.4spg), 1.6bpg, FGP-2 (64.8%), 3PT: 27.3%, FT: 63%.
Happ is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Greece, Italy (Fortitudo Flat Service Bologna, Sassari and Vanoli Cremona), Germany (EnBW Ludwigsburg) and The Basketball Tournament (Team Hines). Happ was also voted to Big Ten All-Defensive Team back in 2016 and 2017.
His team made it to the German Bundesliga Semifinals in 2022.
He graduated from University of Wisconsin in 2019 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.
Happ could be described: An all-around monster, who can lead his team in scoring, rebounds, steals playing with great energy. He passes the ball very well and his versatility allows him to play in all the positions from 3 to 5.

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EUROLEAGUE

Tyrique Jones agreed terms with Anadolu Efes - by Eurobasket News

Anadolu Efes Istanbul (BSL) have agreed terms with 26-year old American 206cm power forward Tyrique Jones (college: Xavier, agency: Pensack Sports) for season 2023-24. Jones played most recently at Turk Telekom in the BSL. In 34 games he recorded 14.0ppg, 8.7rpg (#2 in the league), 1.9apg, 1.1spg and 1.1bpg last season. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. A very spectacular season in his career as he was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Turkish League Player of the Year, Import Player of the Year and Center of the Year. Jones also played 20 games in Eurocup where he averaged 12.7ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.0apg and 1.3spg.
The previous (2022) summer he played at the Pelicans in NBA. In 5 games he had 7.4ppg, 10.2rpg (#3 in the league), 2.6apg and 1.2bpg in 2022 year.
He has played also professionally in Israel (Hapoel Tel Aviv), Italy (Pesaro) and NBA Summer League (Phoenix Suns).
Jones graduated from Xavier University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball.

Anadolu Efes Istanbul roster for 2023-24:

Guard:
Rodrigue Beaubois

Forwards:
Derek Willis
Elijah Bryant

Center:
Tyrique Jones

Coach: Erdem Can

(via @trendbasket)

Milutinov is back at Olympiacos - by Eurobasket News

Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus (GBL) signed 28-year old Serbian international center Nikola Milutinov (213cm-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) for upcoming 2023-24 season. It is actually his comeback to Piraeus as he has played here before. Milutinov has played for the last three seasons at PBC CSKA Moscow in Russian VTB United League. In 40 games he had 14.7ppg, 8.5rpg (leader !!!) and 1.4apg last season. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week (12 times).
In 2015 he was drafted by San Antonio Spurs (NBA) in first round (26th overall).
Milutinov has been also a member of Serbian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Serbian senior team since 2014 and previously for U20 National Team in 2014.
Milutinov represented Serbia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) eight years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 6 games: 1.3ppg.
He has played also professionally for other Serbian teams like Partizan and Vrsac. Milutinov won Serbian League championship title in 2013 and 2014. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-VTB League Center of the Year in 2022 and 2023.

Shields re-signs at Milano - by Eurobasket News

Nicolo Mannion (ex Virtus BO) agreed terms with Baskonia - by Eurobasket News

Bitci Baskonia Vitoria (Liga Endesa) inked 22-year old American (has also Italian passport) 190cm point guard Nicolo Mannion (college: Arizona). Mannion has played for the last two years at Virtus Segafredo Bologna in Italian Serie A. In 29 games he recorded 9.9ppg, 1.7rpg and 3.1apg last season. He helped them to win the Supercup. Mannion also played 19 games in Euroleague where he averaged 5.9ppg, 1.4rpg and 2.6apg.
Three years ago he was drafted by Golden State Warriors (NBA) in second round (48th overall). He attended University of Arizona until 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball.
Mannion has been also a member of Italian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Italian senior team since 2018 and previously for U16 National Team back in 2017.
Mannion represented Italy at the Olympic Games in Tokyo (Japan) two years ago.
He has played also professionally in USA, NBA (GS Warriors) and NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors).
Mannion was voted to Pac-2012 All-Freshman Team back in 2020.

Anadolu Efes tab Dogus Ozdemiroglu - by Eurobasket News

Anadolu Efes Istanbul (BSL) inked 27-year old international 191cm point guard Dogus Ozdemiroglu for upcoming season. Ozdemiroglu has played for the last six years at Darussafaka in the BSL. In 32 games he averaged 14.5ppg, 4.8rpg, 6.3apg (top 4) and 2.3spg (in top 2) last season. A very good season in his career as he was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Turkish League Defensive Player of the Year and voted to All-Domestic Players Team. He also played 12 games in Basketball Champions League where he had 12.2ppg, 4.8rpg, 4.7apg and 2.2spg.
Ozdemiroglu has been also a member of Turkish international program for some years. He has regularly played for Turkish senior team since 2020 and previously for U19 National Team back in 2015.
Ozdemiroglu represented Turkey at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Helsinki (Finland) seven years ago. Ozdemiroglu's team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 7 games: 3.4ppg, 3.4rpg, 1.6apg.
He has played previously for Yesilgiresun. His team made it to the Turkish Final Four in 2018 and 2022.

Anadolu Efes Istanbul roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Rodrigue Beaubois
Dogus Ozdemiroglu

Forwards:
Derek Willis
Elijah Bryant

Center:
Tyrique Jones

Coach: Erdem Can

Anadolu Efes sign Erkan Yilmaz - by Eurobasket News

Anadolu Efes Istanbul (BSL) signed 25-year old international small forward Erkan Yilmaz (192cm-1997) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Yilmaz played last season at Turk Telekom (BSL). In 37 games he had 7.4ppg, 5.3rpg and 2.7apg. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. 2022-23 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com Turkish League All-Domestic Players Team. Yilmaz also played 22 games in Eurocup where he recorded 6.7ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.6apg and 1.6spg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Acibadem. In 31 BSL games he averaged 5.7ppg, 4.1rpg and 2.2apg in that year. He also played 18 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he got 6.9ppg, 4.1rpg, 1.2apg and 1.2spg in that year. Yilmaz contributed to his team winning the Cup.
He has been also a member of Turkish international program for some years. Yilmaz has regularly played for Turkish senior team since 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2015.
He represented Turkey at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Crete (Greece) six years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 5.7ppg, 2.9rpg, 2.3apg, 1.6spg, FGP: 56.0%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 54.5%.
Yilmaz has played previously for seven other teams: Ankaragucu, Antalyaspor, Bandirma, TEKSUT Bandirma BK, Mamak, Yesilgiresun and TEKSUT Bandirma BK.

Anadolu Efes Istanbul roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Rodrigue Beaubois
Shane Larkin
Erten Gazi
Dogus Ozdemiroglu

Forwards:
Erkan Yilmaz
Will Clyburn
Derek Willis
Elijah Bryant

Centers:
Tibor Pleiss
Ante Zizic
Tyrique Jones

Coach: Erdem Can

(via @trendbasket)

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FIBA AMERICUP

Paraguay beat Barbados in AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers opener - by Eurobasket News

Jasiel Rivero paces Cuba past US Virgin Islands - by Eurobasket News

Nicaragua outscore Antigua and Barbuda in Managua - by Eurobasket News

Chile rout Ecuador in Valdivia - by Eurobasket News

Nicaragua post second straight win in Managua - by Eurobasket News

US Virgin Islands - Nicaragua 67:75

Nicaragua posted the second straight win in Managua at the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers. The hosts edged United States Virgin Islands 75-67 for a 2-0 record. Trailing 1 point at the end of the first period, Nicaragua dominated the second half. They won the third quarter 21-14 and closed the last stanza 19-17.
Jared Ruiz (188-G/F-1992) top-scored for the winners with 37 points and Kaleb Bernard (201-F-2004) delivered 13. Ivan Aska (201-F-1990, college: Murray St., agency: 011 Sports) ended up with 19 points in a loss, whilst Shaquan Jules (201-F-1999) delivered 13.

Nicolas Carvacho paces Chile past Barbados - by Eurobasket News

Paraguay pip Ecuador in Valdivia - by Eurobasket News

Cuba register first win at the AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News

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FRANCE

Alliance Sport Alsace adds Adamovic to their roster - by Eurobasket News

(via @Be_BasketFr)

Rouen keeps Choua for another season - by Eurobasket News

Rouen Metropole Basket (NM1) re-signed 30-year old Morocco 202cm power forward Mohamed Choua for new season. Choua played there last season. In 35 NM1 games he averaged 7.9ppg, 5.8rpg, 1.3apg, 1.0spg and 1.2bpg. NM1 will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He helped them to win the regular season.
Choua won Moroccan League championship title in 2017 and 2018 and the cup in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Etoile Angers where in 26 NM1 games he had 8.4ppg, 5.1rpg and 1.0spg in that year.
He also represented Morocco at the Afrobasket Championship six years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 6 games: 8.5ppg, 6.5rpg, 1.2spg, FGP: 61.3%, 3PT: 14.3%, FT: 62.5%.
Choua has played also professionally for other Moroccan teams like AS Sale, FUS Rabat and FAR Rabat.
Among many awards he was voted Afrobasket.com All-FIBA Africa Basketball League Defensive Player of the Year back in 2019. He won Moroccan League championship title in 2017 and 2018 and the cup in 2016, 2017 and 2018. (via @Be_BasketFr)

Chalon/Saone inks Olivier Cortale - by Eurobasket News

ES Chalon-Sur-Saone (ProB) signed 26-year old power forward Olivier Cortale (207cm-1997) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Cortale has played for the last two years at Boulazac Basket Dordogne. In 39 ProB games he had 10.3ppg, 6.8rpg and 1.2apg last season. He helped them to make it to the cup final and to the league semifinals.
Cortale represented France at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Helsinki (Finland) seven years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 4.0ppg, 2.4rpg.
He has played previously for five other teams: Chorale de Roanne, SIG Strasbourg, CFBB, Gries/Oberhoffen and Saint Chamond. He played in the final of French League in 2016 and 2017.

Bouzidi re-signs at Roanne - by Eurobasket News

Chorale de Roanne Basket (Betclic ELITE ProA) confirmed in their roster 19-year old forward Alexandre Bouzidi (196cm-2004) for season 2023-24. Bouzidi played there last season. In three Betclic ELITE ProA games he recorded just 2.0ppg.
The most of previous (2021-22) season he spent at CFBB (NM1) where in 23 games he averaged 6.8ppg, 2.8rpg, 2.4apg and 1.4spg in that year. He also played for PFYM INSEP Paris U18 team that season. In four Adidas Next Generation Tournament games he had 5.0ppg, 2.8rpg, 2.0apg and 2.5spg in that year.
Bouzidi represented France at the FIBA U18 European Championship in Izmir (Turkey) last year. His stats at that event were 7 games: 2.7ppg, 1.4rpg, 1.6apg.
He has played previously for CFBB Paris. His team made it to the ProA U21 (Trophee du Futur) Semifinals in 2023.

Chorale de Roanne Basket roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Antoine Diot
Kellan Grady

Forwards:
Lewis Sullivan
Alexandre Bouzidi

(via @Be_BasketFr)

French U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Ajinca

Risacher

Sarr

Bouzidi

Perrin

Lucas Fischer

193-SG-2004

Nanterre

Romain Hoeltzel

180-PG-2004

Orchies

Romain Parmentelot

190-G-2004

Lyon

Melvin Ajinca

202-F-2004

Saint Quentin France

Zaccharie Risacher

200-F-2005

Bourg

Simon Correa

206-F-2004

Strasbourg France

Izan Le Meut

210-C-2004

Quimper

Alexandre Sarr

209-F/C-2005

Overtime Elite USA

Alexandre Bouzidi

196-F-2004

Roanne

Zacharie Perrin

207-C-2004

Illinois

Halvine Dzellat-Diakeno

200-F-2004

Blois

Noah Penda

199-F-2005

Vichy Clermont France

Lamine Kebe

Head Coach

Pole France France

Maxime Bezin

Assistant

Lille

Nicolas Corbe

Assistant

Mamadou Faye (ex Douanes) signs at CTC Feurs-Rozier Basket - by Eurobasket News

NM1 newcomer CTC Feurs-Rozier Basket landed 29-year old Senegalese international 211cm power forward Mamadou Faye for upcoming season. Faye played last summer at Douanes in Senegalese N1M league. He helped them to win the league title and they also made it to the Cup final. Faye has been regularly called to Senegalese Senior National Team since 2021.
He has played previously professionally in France (Union Saint Denis US-BC Courneuvien).
Among many awards he was voted to Afrobasket.com All-Basketball Africa League Honorable Mention in 2021.

Nanterre signs Desi Rodriguez - by Eurobasket News

Nanterre 92 (Betclic ELITE ProA) signed 27-year old Virgin Islander forward Desi Rodriguez (198cm-100kg-1996, college: Seton Hall) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Rodriguez is the second import player in the roster as USA Justin Bibbins signed here earlier.
He played last season at Limoges CSP Elite (Betclic ELITE ProA). In 28 games he had 12.9ppg, 5.6rpg and 1.6apg. 2022-23 was a great season as he was named to French ProA All-Star Game and Eurobasket.com All-French ProA Second Team. He also played 9 games in Basketball Champions League where he recorded very impressive stats: 15.2ppg, 5.9rpg and 1.6apg.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at s Oliver Baskets in German BBL. In 34 games he averaged 14.6ppg, 5.8rpg and 1.3apg in that year. 2021-22 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-German Bundesliga Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week (2 times).
He has played also professionally in Israel (Hapoel Tel Aviv), Germany (EnBW Ludwigsburg) and NBA G League (Ontario Clippers).
His college team won Big East Tournament in 2016.
Rodriguez graduated from Seton Hall University in 2018 and it will be his sixth season as a professional player.

Nanterre 92 roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Benjamin Sene
Justin Bibbins
Juhann Begarin

Forward:
Desi Rodriguez

Coach: Philippe Da Silva

Chalons-Reims land Bathiste Tchouaffe - by Eurobasket News

Champagne Chalons-Reims Basket (ProB) tabbed 25-year old 196cm shooting guard Bathiste Tchouaffe for new season. Tchouaffe has played for the last two years at Boulazac Basket Dordogne. In 39 ProB games he averaged 11.3ppg, 2.1rpg and 1.3apg last season. He helped them to make it to the cup final and to the league semifinals.
Tchouaffe represented France at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Chemnitz (Germany) five years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 11.3ppg, 3.7rpg, FGP: 32.3%, 3PT: 31.6%, FT: 74.2%.
He has played previously for six other teams: CFBB, JL Bourg, JSF Nanterre, Quimper UJAP, Poitiers and Nanterre.
Among many awards Tchouaffe's team was regular season runner-up in French ProB in 2020. Tchouaffe was voted to Eurobasket.com French ProB All-Domestic Players Team in 2021.

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GERMANY

Leeuwarden adds Milutinovic to their roster, ex Braunschweig - by Eurobasket News

A Little Love From Overseas For Lebron James From Chase Adams (Dresden Titans) - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Chase Adams (176-SG-1988, college: Pittsburgh) is a 34 year old 176cm guard that is played his 11th professional season and first with the Dresden Titans. Over his career, he has spent the whole time overseas in Germany and has played with teams like Dortmund, Jena, Bochum, Paderborn, Hanau, Coburg, Rostock, and Trier having amassed more than 150 Pro A games. He began his basketball career at Mount St Joseph High school and then played 3 years at Centenary College, Louisiana and finished at Pittsburgh (NCAA). He spoke to eurobasket about Lebron James becoming the NBA's all-time leading scorer.

Lebron James has beaten Kareem Abdul Jabbar's NBA all-time scoring record. Did you stay up to watch history?

I had every intention to watch that incredible moment in NBA history but I couldn't cut it.

How does one put this record into perspective best? It stood almost 40 years?

We can't run with the narrative he's not a scorer over 38k points in 20 seasons, the closest amongst active players is over 10k behind (KD). Unprecedented Greatness for such a scrutinized athlete, we won't appreciate him truly until he's removed from the game.

He scored 38 points in 26 minutes. Was it another normal day at the office?

Amazing to witness his ability to adapt and deepen his scoring versatility, that's not normal though.

How much is that ball going to be worth?

If it is up for sale, at least a quarter million, I seen someone selling sand from the beach Tom Brady was sitting on.

Russell Westbrook made the pass. Do you think that in 20 years the pass could be remembered more than his triple doubles?

Him averaging triple doubles over several seasons is more memorable.

His record breaking basket was a step back over Kenrich Williams. Is that the kind of shot you expected knowing the kind of player he is? Or would you have expected a dunk for the spectacular finish?

A stepback seems fitting, he's hit a lot of clutch shots like that.

There obviously is a lot of respect for Kareem, by the basketball world, but what would have happened on social media if Lebron had gotten the record with a sky hook shot?

Pure Comedy! There would be a million memes running for days and analyst like Skip Bayless would deem it distasteful.

Kareem is such a gentleman. You didn't grow up with him, but what does his legacy mean to younger guys? Can they even understand what that guy did?

I doubt the younger generations understand, let alone care. Each era has special players and moments that define the game we love today, my hope is one day they do their research to appreciate all the legends that came before.

Lebron will have more than 40,000 points when it's all over. Back in 1984 people said it would never be broken? Will this record be broken?

When they start changing the rules in 50 years of course.

If Luka Doncic continues to play to 40 stays fit and becomes a physical specimen like Lebron, could he dethrone him?

Thats hard to fathom Luka gaining a physique and athleticism like LeBron. Even if he's healthy for that long, his passion & desire has to be at a high level. LeBron still operates like he has that chip on his shoulder.

Does this record finally give Lebron the GOAT status over Michael Jordan?

I'll wait till he officially hangs it up, there's still more history to be written.

What is your favorite Lebron moment that you witnessed live or on TV?

2016 Finals should be #1 on everyone's list

Thanks Chase for the chat.

Polas-Bartolo re-signs at Ludwigsburg - by Eurobasket News

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GREECE

Milutinov is back at Olympiacos - by Eurobasket News

Jaylen Hands agreed terms with Peristeri - by Eurobasket News

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GUINEA

Mohamed Keita transfers to Tulsa - by Eurobasket News

The University of Tulsa inked 20-year old Guinean international 7-1 center Mohamed Keita for upcoming season. Keita originally came from Conakry, and he is moving here from St. John's University where he played only for one year. But in 7 games he recorded just 0.9ppg.
He graduated Winchendon High in 2022.
Keita has been a member of Guinean international program for some years. He has been regularly called to Guinean senior team since 2022 and previously for U18 National Team in 2020.

The University of Tulsa roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Cobe Williams
Keaston Willis
P.J. Haggerty
Chauncey Gibson

Forwards:
Carlous Williams
Jarred Hall

Centers:
Mohamed Keita
Matt Reed

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HOLLAND

Jorgen Odfjell (ex Gimle) is a newcomer at Leeuwarden - by Eurobasket News

Leeuwarden adds Milutinovic to their roster, ex Braunschweig - by Eurobasket News

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HUNGARY

Hungarian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Csendes

Meszlenyi

Hajdu

Cseh

Csuti

Peter Csendes

186-G-2004

Sopron KC

Robert Meszlenyi

192-PG-2004

NKA Pecs

Peter Csataljay

175-G/F-2004

Sopron KC

Peter Hajdu

198-F-2004

Bp. Honved Hungary

Adam Varszegi

195-G/F-2004

DEAC U23

Gergely Schmera

206-F-2004

NKA Pecs

Adam Pleesz

199-F-2004

Vasas

Patrik Toth

201-F-2004

Duna Aszfalt Hungary

Botond Cseh

191-G-2004

Vasas

Robert Sagodi

190-PG-2004

DEAC

Bruno Hegedus

200-F-2004

DEAC U23

Kornel Csuti

203-F-2004

ZTE KK

Kornel Varadi

Head Coach

Duna Aszfalt Hungary

Gabor Svajda

Assistant

Falco-Vulcano Hungary

Adam Serto

Assistant

Hungary U19 started with a victory - by Eurobasket News

Hungary U19 - South Korea U19 85-59 (U19 World Cup)

Hungarian U19 national team started the match brilliantly, in the first two minutes the team produced a 9-0 run, and the Korean timeout arrived. We had to wait 3 minutes for the first guest basket, Moon and Lee Haesol (190-F-2004) also came in from a distance, so only three points separated the sides (9-6). Lee threw a three again, Kornel Varadi (198-G-1987) didn't wait any longer with the timeout. After a nice play, Csuti was left empty under the backboard, then he fought hard for an offensive rebound, his reward was a two plus one. ZTE's new signing Peter Csataljay (175-G/F-2004) increased our lead by two points, then scored a triple, and between the two came a Korean double. After Sagodi's basket, the difference was already in double digits, Seok sold his penalties, the quarter was closed by Gergely Schmera (206-F-2004)'s points, so we expected the continuation with a 12-point advantage. 25-13
The game continued with Botond Cseh (191-G-2004)'s basket, Yun scored a triple in response. Moon brought his team closer with a kick, the Hungarian team's offensive game was very sloppy, fortunately our team countered this with a good defense. Csuti broke a nearly four-minute basketball silence with two penalties, Hajdu scored one from a second chance. Peter Csataljay did not make a mistake from the line again, the Asians asked for time (18-33). Robert Meszlenyi (192-PG-2004)'s distribution was converted by Peter Csataljay for three points, Lee Haesol scored the triple with a foul, and he also threw in the extra one. Gergely Schmera remained completely empty under the backboard, Moon's two penalties hit the target, then he answered a two with a three, Seok also scored from a distance, Kornel Varadi called for time (40-30). In the remaining minute and a half, only one Moon triple was scored, so the Hungarians went into halftime with a seven-point advantage. 40-33
Seok stole the ball and threw an empty shot, Peter Csataljay's floater was accurate, Moon scored both of his penalties, Cseh made a great break. Hajdu's corner triple fell in, and in the end the Koreans called time with a 13-point difference. Yun's two penalty kicks hit the target, and Seok's jumper brought Korea under 10. Peter Csataljay hit a triple again, Gergely Schmera added two points to the lead. Yun cornered until it remained empty, Robert Meszlenyi and Toth responded with 2 points each. After Ku's two, Hajdu scored a three, and Yun's four points closed the quarter. 62-49
The final stage started with a Korean penalty, Sagodi scored two points from a second chance, and Lee converted both of his penalties. Hegeds scored a triple from the corner, Csuti made a jumper, Cseh left a point on the line (70-53). H. Lee's pace dropped, Gergely Schmera was able to stand on the line, he scored one out of two. Peter Csataljay increased the difference to 20 points four and a half minutes before the end, so the match was decided. The national team started with a confident, great game and victory in Debrecen. 85-59.
Courtesy of: postsen.com

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ICELAND

Njardvik welcomes back Williams, ex Ourense - by Eurobasket News

UMFN Njardvik (Subway League) landed 32-year old American 175cm point guard Chaz Williams (college: UMass, agency: Helping Ballers) for new season. He joins another USA player Luke Moyer who is already in the roster.
It is actually his comeback to Njardvik as he has played here before. He played most recently at Club Ourense Baloncesto in Spanish LEB Gold. In 31 games he averaged 6.7ppg, 2.5rpg and 2.4apg last season. Good year as he was voted League Player of the Week.
The most of previous (2021-22) season he spent at Aix Maurienne in French ProB where in 24 games he had 13.0ppg, 3.1rpg, 4.7apg and 1.8spg (in top 2) in that year. Williams also played for Kozuv in North Macedonian Prva Liga. In 12 games he recorded very impressive stats: 19.4ppg, 4.6rpg, 7.8apg and 1.8spg in that year.
He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in nine different countries playing on three different continents. Williams is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. He has played previously professionally in Finland (Korihait), Mexico (Fuerza Regia), Poland (Wilki Morskie), Switzerland (Geneve), Turkey (Eskisehir Basket and Afyon), North Macedonia (Pelister), Iceland (Thor Thorl), NBA G League (Maine Celtics and Delaware Blue Coats) and The Basketball Tournament (Playing for Jimmy).
Williams graduated from University of Massachusetts in 2014 and it will be his tenth season in pro basketball. He played also for Hofstra University for one year.

Haukar tabs rookie Hugi Hallgrimsson in his first year in pro basketball - by Eurobasket News

Newly promoted Haukar Hafnarfjordur (Subway League) inked 21-year old Icelandic 203cm center Hugi Hallgrimsson for upcoming season. Hallgrimsson just graduated from Angelina College (JUCO) in USA. In 27 games he averaged 6.4ppg and 2.9rpg last season.
He started his college career at Angelina College (JUCO).
Hallgrimsson represented Iceland at the FIBA U20 European Championship Division B in Tbilisi (Georgia) last year. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 5.3ppg, 3.7rpg, 1.1spg, FGP: 62.1%, FT: 8.3%.
So his pro career will start in Iceland. Hallgrimsson's team made it to the Icelandic D1 Playoff Semifinals in 2018 and 2019.

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Ray Allen and Indian Basketball - What's the Link? - by Eurobasket

India doesn't have a tradition of basketball as it does for cricket. Currently, the country is 82 on FIBA's ranking, including 161 countries. It doesn't mean Indians don't enjoy basketball, though. In 2020, there were over 90 million fans nationwide already.

Unsurprisingly, the NBA has its eyes on this growing market, and it's also investing in the development of the sport in the country. Enter Ray Allen, a two-time NBA champion who is part of an ongoing NBA effort to expand its popularity overseas. How is it going?

Spreading the Word

The NBA is one of the most-watched basketball leagues worldwide, and it's like it has never left the top. Still, the Association invests considerable effort and resources to bring its name further. It's been over a decade since NBA stars and businessmen started visiting India, trying to build bridges and foster new audiences.

Investing in the sport's development and popularity goes beyond promoting games, sponsoring teams, or greater media coverage. According to Scott Levy, managing director of the Association in Asia, bringing it to younger generations is necessary, stimulating the creation of junior teams and training centres.

The Reliance Foundation Junior NBA was built in 2013 as a part of this effort. This foundation provides free and nationwide training to kids and young athletes. The Association also has a headhunting agency in the country, seeking new talents to join the NBA Academy.

Basketball and Online Gaming

Although India remains a cricket nation, basketball's popularity is increasing. It won't be easy to find an online sportsbook without betting options for the sport. It's been proven already that sports betting increases fanbase engagement and television viewership.

According to research conducted by CRG Global, about 60% of NFL fans said they watch more games when they're betting on them. It's an understandable phenomenon: if you put your money into a game, you're more likely to watch it until the end just to see if your bet will succeed.

India also has a very vibrant online gambling/betting scene. So, having basketball in sportsbooks and online casinos is another way to promote the sport and increase its audience. The search term 'find the best online casinos India' will return many sites that potentially feature your favourite basketball-themed games.

A Special Visit

Ray Allen is a celebrity for basketball fans. Indeed, his name is in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, an honour for few. He was part of the NBA All-Stars nearly a dozen times and won the league twice. Undoubtedly, Ray Allen is an example for aspiring Indian athletes. In May, Allen spent four days in the country.

Between May 12 and May 16, the former champion visited key installations in the country, such as the NBA Academy, led 50 students at a basketball clinic, and got acquainted with NBA school programs in the country. He also took time to watch an IPL match.

Ahead of his visit, he told the press he was very excited to be part of the NBA's continued effort to promote the sport in the country. Ray also remarked that about three-quarters of the NBA's top players are foreigners.

He concludes from this fact that there's outstanding basketball being played in other countries as well, and soon enough, the country's leadership in the sport will no longer be undisputable. Overall, it's excellent news for the sport and a sign that American players will have to train harder to face the future generations fostered in high-quality training centres worldwide.

The Next Quarter

The investments coming from the National Basketball Association are sizable. Apart from the academy, the clinic and the headhunting agency, the Association has already built 100 basketball courts in the country.

The Sacramento Kings, owned by the Mumbai-born businessman Vivek Ranadive, has a Hindi version of its official website; so far, it's the only American team targeting the Indian market so specifically. The team played against the Indiana Pacers in Mumbai, in 2019, in one of the many events promoted by the Association in India.

The impact of a more comprehensive and professional media coverage of events is also undeniable. In 2012, a partnership between a local media group and Sony helped increase viewership considerably.

Likewise, more recent partnerships, such as the one signed with Viacom18 to broadcast NBA's live games on its two TV channels, MTV and Vh1, and online platforms like JioTV and VOOT, are expected to increase the league's reach. Additionally, Viacom18 will develop relevant programming talking about basketball. It'll report the latest news, daily highlights, and more.

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INDONESIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brandone FRANCIS

Prawira
(194-SF-1994)
Avg: 24.2

24.2

24.1

21.0

20.5

19.9

IBL Round 53 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Third defeat of league's leader Satria Muda (27-3) against third ranked Pelita Jaya (27-3) 84-75 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Satria Muda. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American swingman Dominique Sutton (193-1986, college: NCCU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard Dashaun Wiggins (188-1991, college: Portland St.) contributed with 14 points for the winners. American forward Elijah Foster (197-1996, college: Nevada) answered with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds for Satria Muda. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pelita Jaya have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Prawira and Satria Muda.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Prawira as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Satria Muda) loss. Prawira smashed 13th ranked WBS in Bandung 88-63. American center Jarred Shaw (211-1990, college: Utah St.) stepped up and scored 23 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and Brandone Francis chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Patrick Nikolas (187-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 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. Prawira (27-3) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Pelita Jaya and Satria Muda. WBS lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 21 games lost.
Seventh-ranked Bumi Borneo (15-15) used its home court advantage to challenge fourth ranked Dewa United (20-10) in Pontianak on Saturday. The visitors from Surabaya managed to secure only one-point victory 78-77. However their fans expected easier game. Yeison Colome nailed 28 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Randy Bell came up with 33 points (!!!) for Bumi Borneo in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Dewa United maintains fourth place with 20-10 record. Bumi Borneo at the other side keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Bali Utd..

There were no big surprises in other games of round 53: Pelita Jaya beat Rans Pik on the road 83-74. Tangerang lost to Prawira on its own court 68-73. Rans Pik managed to outperform Satya Wacana in Gor Merpati 68-59.

Prawira - WBS 88-63

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Prawira as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Satria Muda) loss. Prawira smashed 13th ranked WBS in Bandung 88-63. Prawira made 22-of-25 charity shots (88.0 percent) during the game, while WBS only scored six points from the stripe. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American center Jarred Shaw (211-1990, college: Utah St.) stepped up and scored 23 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Prawira players scored in double figures. Guard Patrick Nikolas (187-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Sevly Rondonuwu (173-1996) scored 17 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. Prawira (27-3) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Pelita Jaya and Satria Muda. WBS lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 21 games lost.
Top scorers:
WBS: S.Rondonuwu 17+1ast, P.Nikolas 16+13reb+1ast, C.Gunawan 11+3reb+4ast, R.Pamungkas 7+3reb, G.Risky 3+1reb+1ast, D.Rio 2+1reb+4ast
Prawira: J.Shaw 23+6reb+2ast, I.Muhammad 15+6reb, B.Francis 13+5reb+6ast, Y.Saputera 11+5reb+5ast, M.Fernando 8+2reb, M.Guntara 8+1reb+2ast

Rans Pik - Pelita Jaya 74-83

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Pelita Jaya (27-3) beat 5th ranked Rans Pik (19-11) in Gor Merpati 83-74 on Friday. Pelita Jaya forced 19 Rans Pik turnovers. American guard Dashaun Wiggins (188-1991, college: Portland St.) nailed 21 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and his fellow American import swingman Dominique Sutton (193-1986, college: NCCU) accounted for 19 points and 8 rebounds. Jamaican-American Akeem Scott (180-1983, college: High Point) came up with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and American Akeem Ellis (196-1990, college: Coppin St.) added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Rans Pik in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Pelita Jaya. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Prawira and Satria Muda. Rans Pik at the other side keeps the fifth place with 11 games lost.
Top scorers:
Rans Pik: A.Scott 20+7reb+4ast, O.Wira Sanjaya 10+3reb+1ast, D.Nuban 8+2reb, V.Wuwungan 8+3reb, A.Ellis 8+8reb+5ast, F.Minallah 5+1reb
Pelita Jaya: D.Wiggins 21+7reb+1ast, D.Sutton 19+8reb, A.Dhyaksa 13+2reb+1ast, Y.Hendrick 8+2reb, M.Noor 5+2reb+5ast, V.Kosasih 5+2reb

Tangerang - Prawira 68-73

Very expected game when 9th ranked Tangerang (13-17) lost at home to second ranked Prawira (27-3) 73-68 on Saturday. Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) nailed 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and American center Jarred Shaw (211-1990, college: Utah St.) accounted for 17 points and 7 rebounds. Jamaican-American center Anthony Allen (210-1992, college: OK State) came up with 21 points and 7 rebounds and American swingman Tyron Criswell (192-1994, college: Nevada) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Tangerang in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Prawira. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Pelita Jaya and Satria Muda. Tangerang at the other side keeps the ninth place with 17 games lost.
Top scorers:
Tangerang: A.Allen 21+7reb+2ast, T.Criswell 11+7reb+2ast, R.Effendy 10+5reb, V.Andreas 8+6reb, D.Ray 7+1ast, M.Nikholas 5+3reb+2ast
Prawira: B.Francis 24+6reb+2ast, J.Shaw 17+7reb+2ast, M.Fernando 12+6reb+2ast, Y.Saputera 8+6reb+5ast, P.Wiguna 6+5reb+1ast, M.Guntara 2+1reb+4ast

Bumi Borneo - Dewa United 77-78

Seventh-ranked Bumi Borneo (15-15) used its home court advantage to challenge fourth ranked Dewa United (20-10) in Pontianak on Saturday. The visitors from Surabaya managed to secure only one-point victory 78-77. However their fans expected easier game. Dominican Yeison Colome (190-1996) nailed 28 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and American Anthony Johnson (203-1988, college: Fairfield) accounted for 17 points and 14 rebounds. American point guard Randy Bell (193-1998, college: Dalton St.) came up with 33 points (!!!) and the other American import power forward Cameron Ridley (206-1993, college: Texas) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Bumi Borneo in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Dewa United maintains fourth place with 20-10 record. Bumi Borneo at the other side keeps the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Bali Utd..
Top scorers:
Bumi Borneo: R.Bell 33+2reb+2ast, C.Ridley 16+7reb, S.Agam 12+5reb+2ast, P.Sultan 5+9reb+2ast, B.Ngurah Wisnu 4+2reb+1ast, W.Julius 4+6reb
Dewa United: C.Yeison 28+7reb, A.Johnson 17+14reb+2ast, K.Gemilang 13+8reb+1ast, K.Baskoro 8+2reb+1ast, X.Prawiro 5+5reb+3ast, R.Azzaryan Pradhitya 4+3reb+5ast

Satya Wacana - Rans Pik 59-68

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Rans Pik (19-11) won against bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (4-26) in Salatiga 68-59 on Saturday. American Akeem Ellis (196-1990, college: Coppin St.) nailed 8 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Jamaican-American Akeem Scott (180-1983, college: High Point) accounted for 18 points. Scott is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Guard Henry Lakay (196-1998) came up with 21 points and 6 rebounds and American swingman Mervyn Lindsay (201-1993, college: TxWes) added 6 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Satya Wacana in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Rans Pik maintains fifth place with 19-11 record. Satya Wacana lost their ninth game in a row. They stay dead last with 26 lost games.
Top scorers:
Satya Wacana: H.Lakay 21+6reb, R.Naufal 9+1reb, M.Lindsay 6+14reb+4ast, T.Saputro 6+3reb+1ast, B.Maikel 6+2reb+2ast, B.Mas 4+2reb+1ast
Rans Pik: A.Scott 18+2reb+2ast, S.Althof 13+3reb+1ast, A.Ellis 8+10reb+4ast, D.Nuban 5+5reb, J.Kuntara 5+1reb+2ast, S.Agus 4+3reb

Pelita Jaya - Satria Muda 84-75

Third defeat of league's leader Satria Muda (27-3) against third ranked Pelita Jaya (27-3) 84-75 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Satria Muda. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American swingman Dominique Sutton (193-1986, college: NCCU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard Dashaun Wiggins (188-1991, college: Portland St.) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Four Pelita Jaya players scored in double figures. American forward Elijah Foster (197-1996, college: Nevada) answered with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and the former international Arki Wisnu (187-1988) added 18 points in the effort for Satria Muda. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pelita Jaya have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Prawira and Satria Muda.
Top scorers:
Satria Muda: A.Wisnu 18+3reb+1ast, E.Foster 14+11reb+2ast, J.Kokodiputra 10+6reb+1ast, A.Seputra 9+2reb+1ast, W.Teja 9+2reb, E.Antoni 6+1reb+1ast
Pelita Jaya: D.Sutton 22+5reb+4ast, D.Wiggins 14+4reb+3ast, M.Noor 13+3reb+2ast, S.Yesaya 11+6ast, Y.Hendrick 7+4reb+1ast, M.Wicaksono 6+7reb

Best players of Indonesian IBL round 52 - by Eurobasket News

Canadian Lewis Diankulu (201-F/C-1995) put on an amazing game in the last round for Hangtuah and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 52.
The 27-year old power forward had a double-double of 41 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team crushed NSH (#14, 6-24) with 23-point margin 84-61. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Hangtuah is placed at 11th position in Indonesian IBL. Hangtuah is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 11-18 record. In the team's last game Diankulu had a remarkable 60.7% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Hangtuah, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Lewis Diankulu averages this season 14.7ppg and 7.9rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American swingman Tyron Criswell (192-F/G-1994) of Tangerang. Criswell impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds. It was enough for Tangerang to edge slightly lower-ranked Indonesia P. (#10, 12-18) by 2 points 69-67. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Tangerang keeps 9th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-17 record. Criswell is one of the most experienced players at Tangerang and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was American Cameron Coleman (198-SF-1992, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) of Bima Perkasa (#6). Coleman showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. Despite Coleman's great performance Bima Perkasa lost 76-81 to slightly higher-ranked Dewa United (#4, 20-10). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Bima Perkasa needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 18 victories and 12 lost games. Coleman has a great season in Indonesia. After 30 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.9ppg (9th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Andre Jackson (199-F-1994) of Evos Bogor - 25 points and 9 rebounds
5. Kaleb Gemilang (184-F-1991) of Dewa United - 17 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Anthony Johnson (203-PF-1988) of Dewa United - 13 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Dame Diagne (197-PF-2005) of Indonesia P. - 19 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Daniel Wenas (190-SG-1992) of Hangtuah - 9 points and 10 rebounds
9. Anthony Allen (210-C-1992) of Tangerang - 11 points and 11 rebounds
10. Muhammad Yugie (188-SG-1994) of NSH - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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ITALY

Omegna hire coach Ducarello - by Eurobasket News

Paffoni Fulgor Omegna (Serie B) hired 46-year old coach Vincenzo Ugo Ducarello (agency: SLN) for new 2023-24 season. Ducarello coached last season at Acqua S.Bernardo Cantu in the Serie A2. He helped them to make it to the Italian Serie A2 Cup Semifinals.
Ducarello has coached previously five other teams: Varese, Sassari, Trapani, Basket Barcellona and Pavia.

Cividale signs Matteo Berti - by Eurobasket News

UEB Gesteco Cividale (Serie A2) signed 24-year old center Matteo Berti (212cm-96kg-1998) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Berti has played for the last three years at Tramec Cento. In 36 Serie A2 games he had 4.7ppg, 6.1rpg and 1.1bpg last season. He helped them to make it to the cup final.
Berti represented Italy at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Chemnitz (Germany) five years ago. His stats at that event were 2 games: 6.5ppg, 2.5rpg, 1.5spg, 1.0bpg.
He has played previously for two other teams: Virtus Segafredo Bologna and Montegranaro.

Shields re-signs at Milano - by Eurobasket News

Milano signs Guglielmo Caruso - by Eurobasket News

AX Armani Exchange Milano (Serie A) signed 24-year old international forward Guglielmo Caruso (211cm-95kg-1999, college: Santa Clara, agency: Players Group) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Caruso has played for the last two years at Openjobmetis Varese. In 30 Serie A games he had 9.2ppg and 3.8rpg last season.
He has been also a member of Italian international program for some years. Caruso has regularly played for Italian senior team since 2022 and for U22 National Team last year.
He represented Italy at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Tel-Aviv (Israel) four years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 13.4ppg, 7.1rpg, 1.9apg, Blocks-4 (1.4bpg), FGP: 55.9%, 3PT: 40.0%, FT: 75.9%.
Caruso graduated from Santa Clara University in 2021 and it is his third season as a professional player.

Nicolo Mannion (ex Virtus BO) agreed terms with Baskonia - by Eurobasket News

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JAPAN

Japanese U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Jacobs

Okada

Wakugawa

Ozawa

Kawashima

Tajon Jacobs

200-F-2004

BA CoE

Taiga Okada

172-PG-2004

Chlorella

Shonryu Yaegashi

185-SG-2004

Hayato Wakugawa

194-SF-2004

Shiga L-Stars Japan

Shuntaro Buto

190-SF-2005

Niigata A. Japan

Eijiro Ogawa

187-G-2005

Hiyuu Ozawa

188-SF-2004

Kosei Sakamoto

194-F-2004

Lawrence Rudolph

188-PG-2006

Teruchika Naito

190-SF-2006

Hokkaido L. Japan

Yuto Kawashima

201-F-2005

NBA Global Australia

Leon Watanabe

204-F-2006

Martinez Alejandro

Head Coach

Liaoning FL China

Ken Tsuneta

Assistant

Takayuki Irino

Assistant

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JUCO

Jalen Bouknight commits to Clarendon College - by Eurobasket News

Clarendon College agreed terms with guard Jalen Bouknight (6'1''-185lbs) for new 2023-24 season. Odenton (MD) native moved there from Georgia State University (NCAA Division I) where he spent his freshman year. But in two games he had just 1.0ppg and 1.5rpg last season.

(via @VerbalCommits)

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LEBANON

Lebanese U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Kozah

Abou Sleiman

Sabbagh

Zamatta

Rtail

Bryan Mansour

188-PG-2004

Antounieh

Joseph Abou Samra

196-PG-2004

Mayrouba

Jad Nasr

188-PG-2004

Beirut Club Lebanon

Karl Kozah

192-SG-2004

Beirut Club Lebanon

Gio Abou Sleiman

184-PG-2004

Byblos

Anthony Nabaa

200-F-2006

Almtayleb

Karim Salam

206-C-2004

Dynamo

Alaa Sabbagh

192-SF-2004

Hoops

Mustafa Assaf

207-C-2004

Montenegro

Karl Zamatta

202-C-2006

Dijon

Karim Rtail

198-F-2004

Sagesse

Abdul Sabbagh

190-G-2004

Hoops

Charbel El Bach

Head Coach

Vinko Bakic

Assistant

Al Ittihad Syria

Georges Khaled

Assistant

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Madagascar U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Rakotonanahary

M'Madi

Rabibisoa

Heritiana

Andriatsarafara

Landric Rakotonanahary

198-F-2004

MB2ALL

Andriantsiferana Mirando

190-PF-2004

Mathias M'Madi

194-G-2005

Chalon/Saone France

Rino Randimbiarivelo

178-G-2004

Jerry Rabibisoa

203-F-2004

COSPN

Fabrizio Heritiana

186-PG-2005

Yves Emmanuel

180-PG-2004

Mariano Tovolalaina

198-F-2004

COSPN

Lovasoa Andriatsarafara

207-C-2004

ASCUT

Richcard Be

185-PG-2004

Thesbon Raolompanatena

187-G-2005

Laurent Tsihindiny

193-F-2005

Aime Randria

Head Coach

Malalatian Razazarohavana

Assistant

Eric Dailey Scores 12 Points in 136-69 Opening Round Rout of Madagascar - by Eurobasket News

Oklahoma State freshman Eric Dailey Jr. (200-PF-2004) scored all 12 of his points in Saturday's first half as the United States breezed past Madagascar, 136-69, in its FIBA U19 World Cup opener. Daily, a 6-foot-9 forward from Bradenton, Fla., made the start but played just 13 minutes in a game that quickly grew lopsided. He dunked three times in a 6-for-11 shooting performance and also tallied two rebounds, a block, a steal and an assist. Daily accounted for eight of the first 11 U.S. points of the day and added four more to his tally during the team's 40-point second-quarter explosion. The Americans led 69-36 at the half and went on to set a new Team USA U19 single-game scoring mark with 136 points. Dailey is joined in Hungary by OSU coach Mike Boynton, who is serving as an assistant on the USA staff. The U.S. continues pool play Sunday, June 25 against Slovenia (1 p.m. CT) and Tuesday, June 27 vs. Lebanon (8 a.m.) before moving into bracket play, June 28-July 2. The Slovenians opened with a 74-58 win over Lebanon on the other half of Group B.
Courtesy of: pokesreport.com

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MEXICO

CIBACOPA Round 5 of Finals. Astros regain the lead - by Eurobasket News

Astros - Hermosillo 100-93

Astros overcame Hermosillo to take 3-2 lead in the championship series. Astros dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Rayos de Hermosillo's 34 and made 26-of-30 free shots (86.7 percent) during the game. Astros forced 19 Rayos de Hermosillo turnovers. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Isaiah Whaley (203-1998, college: UConn) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Lagerald Vick (196-1997, college: Kansas) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Jimond Ivey (196-1996, college: Akron) responded with 38 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and guard Jabari Bird (198-1994, college: California) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Astros: I.Whaley 23+13reb+5ast, J.Loveridge 23+5reb+1ast, S.Ponds 22+5reb, L.Vick 16+8reb+6ast, J.Anderson 8+3ast, M.Andriassi 5+1reb
Hermosillo: J.Ivey 38+5reb+3ast, D.Warren 15+6reb+3ast, J.Bird 10+11reb+3ast, T.Brown-Soares 10+6reb+1ast, A.Wheeler 9+6reb+4ast, T.Drisdom 6+5reb+1ast

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MONTENEGRO

KK FMP Meridian Beograd tabs Balsa Zivanovic, ex Mornar - by Igor Obradovic

KK FMP Meridian Beograd (KLS) inked 22-year old Montenegrin international 188cm guard Balsa Zivanovic, agency: Octagon Europe for upcoming season. Zivanovic has played for the last three years at Mornar in Montenegrin Erste Liga. In 19 ABA League games he averaged 6.1ppg and 1.3rpg last season. He also played 15 games in Erste Liga where he had 14.5ppg, 4.3rpg, 4.1apg and 1.1spg. Zivanovic helped them to make it to the semifinals.
He has been also a member of Montenegrin international program for some years. Zivanovic has regularly played for Montenegrin senior team since 2022 and previously for U18 National Team in 2019.
He represented Montenegro at the Games of the Small States of Europe in Malta this year.
Zivanovic has played also professionally for other Montenegrin teams like Podgorica and KK Mornar Bar U19 team. He played in the final of Montenegrin League in 2019, 2021 and 2022.

KK FMP Meridian Beograd roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Luka Asceric
Lamonte Turner
Jordan Walker
Balsa Zivanovic

Forward:
Bojan Subotic

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MOROCCO

Rouen keeps Choua for another season - by Eurobasket News

Brachon Griffin (ex MAS Fez) is a newcomer at Catfish - by Eurobasket News

Can Tho Catfish (VBA) strengthened their roster with addition of 30-year old American 185cm guard Brachon Griffin (college: ECSU). Griffin played most recently at MAS Fez in Moroccan DEX-H.
He is a very experienced player. Thanks to his pro career he managed to play on six different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America, Australia, Africa and of course North America). Griffin has played previously professionally in Australia (Hawks), Indonesia (Prawira, Satria Muda and NSH Mountain Gold Timika), Italy (Ostuni), Tunisia (JS Manazeh), Ecuador (Leones) and TBL (Gulf Coast Lions). He was also voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Indonesian IBL Honorable Mention in 2018 and 2022.
Griffin won Indonesian IBL championship title in 2022.
He graduated from Elizabeth City State University in 2015 and it will be his ninth season in pro basketball.

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NBA

Spurs To Sign Charles Bediako, Setric Miller Jr. - by Eurobasket News

The Spurs are reportedly adding two new undrafted prospects to their comprehensive haul this week. Former Alabama center Charles Bediako (7'0''-C-2002, agency: Green Sports Management) will sign a one-year deal with the Spurs, agent Daniel Green informs Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. Terms of the agreement aren't known, but it'll likely be non-guaranteed, perhaps with Exhibit 10 language. Ex-Toledo senior small forward Setric Millner Jr. (6'7''-F) is inking an Exhibit 10 training camp deal, sources tell Jon Chepkevich of DraftExpress. Exhibit 10 contracts can be converted to two-way deals or can put a player on track to receive a bonus worth up to $75K if he's waived before the regular season and then spends at least 60 days with his team's G League affiliate. During a two-year college career, the seven-foot Bediako was named to the 2023 All-SEC Tourney and SEC All-Defense teams. Across his two college seasons with the Crimson Tide, he averaged 6.6 PPG, 5.2 RPG, 1.7 BPG, 0.7 APG and 0.6 SPG across 19.3 MPG. Millner averaged 15.9 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 1.7 APG, and 1.1 SPG during 2022/23. He was a two-time All-MAC and a 2023 All-MAC Tourney honoree. Chepkevich notes that the 6'6 wing number among 64 seniors brought to the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament this spring. San Antonio was of course the headliner in this week's draft, as the team had the opportunity to select a potential generational talent, French big man Victor Wembanyama, with the top pick. The Spurs also added G League Ignite guard Sidy Cissoko in the second round.
Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com

Knicks Decline Team Option For Derrick Rose - by Eurobasket News

The New York Knicks have declined their $15.6 million team option for next season for Derrick Rose (6'3''-PG-1988, college: Memphis). Rose will now be an unrestricted free agent this summer. New York may still look to re-sign Rose on a much cheaper contract. Rose has been a respected locker room veteran for the Knicks over the last few seasons. By declining their option for Rose, New York will drop about $5.5 million below the luxury tax. That's likely to be only temporary, as Josh Hart is expected to decline his player option. Re-signing Hart will likely push the Knicks back over the tax line.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

Sources: Josh Hart, Knicks to extend player option deadline - by Eurobasket News

Josh Hart (6'5''-G-1995, college: Villanova) and the New York Knicks have agreed to extend a midnight ET deadline on Saturday for his $12.9 million player option until Thursday, sources told ESPN. Hart, a priority to retain on a new deal, could opt in and extend off that salary number for next season or decline the option and become an unrestricted free agent eligible to sign a new deal with the Knicks or another team. An option for Hart that would deliver the Knicks cap flexibility would be an opt-in and extension off his $12.9 million for next season -- which he is eligible to do for up to 140% of that salary. This would give the Knicks access to using their full $12.4 million non-taxpayer midlevel exception. The Knicks have $149 million in guaranteed salary on the books for next season, which is $16 million below the luxury tax level. Hart, 28, was a revelation after coming over from Portland in a deal at the NBA's trade deadline, reuniting with fellow former Villanova star Jalen Brunson. Partnering with Immanuel Quickley to form one of the league's most potent second units, Hart shot a blistering 58% overall and 51.9% from 3-point range in 25 games as a Knick during the regular season. He was also a key part of New York's postseason run, fitting seamlessly into coach Tom Thibodeau's rotation. Hart is one of the best undersized rebounders in the league and he's capable of defending multiple positions. He's also a good facilitator and finisher at the rim; the hot shooting he flashed in New York was the missing piece to complete an all-around offensive game. The sixth-year pro has played on four teams across his NBA career, beginning with the Los Angeles Lakers before going to the New Orleans Pelicans for two-plus seasons and then spending a year -- across two seasons -- with Portland before being moved to New York.
Courtesy of: espn.com

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NCAA1

Ashton Smith commits to Oral Roberts University - by Eurobasket News

Oral Roberts University signed forward Ashton Smith (6'9''-268lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Spring (TX) native played for the last two years at Texas A&M University. Smith helped his team make it to the NIT Finals in 2022.
His high school career he had spent at Legacy School of Sport Sciences in Spring, TX, which he graduated in 2021.

Oral Roberts University roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Issac McBride
Demari Williams
Jalen Miller
Elijah Lawrence
Jake Shannon
Cam Amboree

Forwards:
Sir_Issac Herron
Ashton Smith

Center:
Josh Jones

(via @VerbalCommits)

Mohamed Keita transfers to Tulsa - by Eurobasket News

Yves Nkomba transfers to Indiana Univ-Purdue Univ-Indianapolis - by Eurobasket News

Indiana Univ-Purdue Univ-Indianapolis inked British 6-11 center Yves Nkomba for upcoming season. Nkomba originally came from Leeds (United Kingdom), and he is moving here from Kennesaw State University where he played only for one year. But in 6 games he recorded just 1.2ppg and 1.0rpg. His team won A-Sun Regular Season Co-Championship and A-Sun Tournament this year.
He played also at Panola College in 2020-2021 and then at Three Rivers Community College in 2021-2022.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Devan Cambridge commits to Texas Tech - by Eurobasket News

Texas Tech University added to their roster guard Devan Cambridge (6'6''-216lbs) for new 2023-24 season. Athens (TN) native moved there from University of Oregon where he played only for one year.
Cambridge played also at Auburn University in 2019-2022 and then at Arizona State University in 2022-2023. Ducks won SEC Regular Season Championship in 2022. His team ended regular season as a second best place in SEC in 2020. He helped his team make it to the Pac-12 Tournament Semifinals this year.
Cambridge graduated Hillcrest Prep Academy (Phoenix, AZ) in 2019. He played also for B. Maze Elite (TN) in UAA. Cambridge helped his team make it to the UAA U17 Championship Finals that year.

Texas Tech University roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Kerwin Walton
Devan Cambridge
Pop Isaacs
D'Maurian Williams
Chance McMillian
Lamar Washington

Forwards:
Warren Washington
KyeRon Lindsay
Jason Jackson
Robert Jennings

(via @VerbalCommits)

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NCAA2

JoJo Peterson will continue his college career at N.Georgia - by Eurobasket News

University of North Georgia tabbed 6-5 guard JoJo Peterson for new season. Johns Creek (GA) native played for the last two years at Purdue University Fort Wayne (NCAA Division I). In 30 games he averaged just 2.2ppg and 2.1rpg last season. His team won Horizon League Regular Season Co-Championship and Mastodons made it to the Horizon League Tournament Semifinals in 2022.
Peterson has played high school basketball at Mount Pisgah Christian in Johns Creek, GA, which he graduated in 2021. His team won GHSA Georgia Class A Private Championship that year. He received HoopSeen's Georgia Class A All-State Senior of the Year award. Peterson was also voted to Atlanta Journal Constitution Class A Private First Team, Atlanta Journal Constitution All-Metro North Fulton First Team, HoopSeen's Georgia Class A All-State First Team, GHSA Georgia Class A-Private All-Region 6 Team and GACA Georgia Class 1A North Private First Team.
Among many awards he was also selected to HoopSeen Georgia Class A All-State First Team and HoopSeen Georgia Class A All-State Junior of thr Year in 2020. (via @VerbalCommits)

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NEW ZEALAND

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jeremy KENDLE

Sharks
(186-G-1988)
Avg: 24.4

24.4

23.2

22.3

22.1

21.9

NBL Round 12: Rams lose to Nuggets in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between Top Four teams took place in Christchurch. Second-best host Rams (9-5) lost to third ranked Nuggets (10-5) 107-94. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Tai Webster (193-1995, college: Nebraska) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Australian guard Michael Harris (193-1999) who added 30 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international Corey Webster (188-1988, college: Lambuth) with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Rams' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Defending champion maintains third position with 10-5 record behind leader Tuatara. Rams at the other side dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. Nuggets are looking forward to face league's second-placed Bulls in Pukekohe in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rams will play on the road against the league's leader Tuatara in Auckland and are hoping to win this game.
Bottom-ranked Jets managed to get a fifth victory. This time they edged fifth-ranked Saints in Palmerston North 111-108. The winners were led by American guard Javion Blake (191-1997, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) who scored that evening 29 points and 9 assists and Mustapha Heron supported him with 29 points. Even 21 points and 7 rebounds by the former international forward Thomas Vodanovich (201-1994, college: JMU) did not help to save the game for Saints. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Jets (5-9) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Giants and Airs. Saints at the other side keep the fifth position with eight games lost. Jets will play against Giants (#6) in Stoke in the next round. Saints will play on the road against Hawks in Tamatea and hope to get back on the winning track.
NBL top team - Tuatara (11-3) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Giants (5-9) in Auckland 104-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Giants. The best player for the winners was Robert Loe who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds. Tuatara's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Matur Maker who recorded 15 points and 6 rebounds. Tuatara have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-3 record. Loser Giants keep the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Jets and Airs. Tuatara will meet at home Rams (#4) in the next round. Giants will play against Jets and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: Saints lost to Bulls on the opponent's court 89-100. Hawks lost to defending champion Nuggets in a home game 87-94. Sharks recorded a loss to Airs on the road 90-94.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 28 points and 11 assists by Jeremy Kendle of Sharks.

Rams - Nuggets 94-107

The game between Top Four teams took place in Christchurch. Second-best host Rams (9-5) lost to third ranked Nuggets (10-5) 107-94. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Tai Webster (193-1995, college: Nebraska) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Australian guard Michael Harris (193-1999) who added 30 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international Corey Webster (188-1988, college: Lambuth) with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international forward Maxwell Darling (196-2000, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Four Nuggets and five Rams players scored in double figures. Rams' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Defending champion maintains third position with 10-5 record behind leader Tuatara. Rams at the other side dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. Nuggets are looking forward to face league's second-placed Bulls in Pukekohe in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rams will play on the road against the league's leader Tuatara in Auckland and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Nuggets: M.Harris 30+5reb+1ast, T.Webster 28+6reb+6ast, T.Withers 26+5reb+2ast, N.McCullough 13+3reb+4ast, D.Knox 4+2reb, A.Jack 4+4reb+2ast
Rams: C.Webster 18+6reb+8ast, M.Darling 16+8reb+2ast, G.Smith 15+3reb, T.Brown 14+3reb+2ast, T.Britt 13+1reb+3ast, B.Walter 11+3reb+2ast

Bulls - Saints 100-89

Rather expected game in Pukekohe where 5th ranked Saints (7-8) were defeated by second ranked Bulls (10-4) 100-89 on Friday. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Daniel Fotu (203-1999, college: SMC) who scored 31 points and 6 rebounds (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field). American guard Rickey McGill (188-1997, college: Iona) chipped in 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international forward Taane Samuel (200-1999) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and the former international guard Izayah Mauriohooho-Leafa (188-1996, college: Sacramento St.) added 21 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bulls maintains second position with 10-4 record behind leader Tuatara. Loser Saints keep the fifth place with eight games lost. Bulls will meet Nuggets (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Saints will play against Hawks in Tamatea and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bulls: D.Fotu 31+6reb+2ast, R.McGill 23+7reb+6ast, J.Wilson-Frame 14+6reb+2ast, D.Kelman-Poto 10+5reb, M.Freeman 8+6reb, J.Brantley 5+4reb+2ast
Saints: I.Mauriohooho-Le'afa 21+3reb+1ast, T.Samuel 20+10reb, T.Vodanovich 15+4reb, K.Adnam 14+2reb+7ast, I.Mucius 7+3reb+1ast, T.Smith-Milner 6+8reb+1ast

Tuatara - Giants 104-70

NBL top team - Tuatara (11-3) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed sixth ranked Giants (5-9) in Auckland 104-70. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Giants. They outrebounded Giants 43-26 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Tuatara looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Giants' players. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Robert Loe (211-1991, college: St.Louis) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds. The former international swingman Reuben Te Rangi (198-1994) chipped in 16 points and 4 assists. Five Tuatara players scored in double figures. Tuatara's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was South Sudanese-Australian center Matur Maker (208-1998) who recorded 15 points and 6 rebounds and the former international guard Alexander McNaught (185-2002) added 14 points respectively. Tuatara have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-3 record. Loser Giants keep the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Jets and Airs. Tuatara will meet at home Rams (#4) in the next round. Giants will play against Jets and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tuatara: R.Loe 25+11reb+3ast, R.Te Rangi 16+3reb+4ast, D.Charlie 15+4reb+2ast, K.Perrott-Hunt 13+4reb+3ast, J.Lawson 12+4reb+6ast, J.Weeks 9+6reb+5ast
Giants: M.Maker 15+6reb+2ast, M.Alexander 14+3ast, C.McRae 10+3reb+1ast, N.Trathen 8+2reb+1ast, S.Dempster 6+2reb, A.Woodson 6+7reb+1ast

Hawks - Nuggets 87-94

Rather predictable result in Tamatea where third ranked Nuggets (10-5) defeated bottom-ranked Hawks (5-10) 94-87 on Saturday. Nuggets made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American swingman Todd Withers (202-1996, college: Queens, NC) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds. The former international guard Tai Webster (193-1995, college: Nebraska) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Nuggets players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Ira Lee (203-1998, college: Arizona) who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international forward Jordan Ngatai (196-1993, college: BYU-Hawaii) added 21 points and 4 assists respectively. Defending champion maintains third position with 10-5 record behind leader Tuatara. Hawks lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom place with ten games lost. They share the position with Sharks. Nuggets will meet at home league's second-placed Bulls in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hawks will play against Saints (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nuggets: T.Withers 23+12reb+2ast, M.Harris 21+4reb+2ast, T.Webster 19+10reb+4ast, N.McCullough 11+2reb+3ast, A.Jack 10+7reb, D.Knox 6+1reb+1ast
Hawks: J.Ngatai 21+4reb+4ast, I.Lee 19+12reb+4ast, E.Rusbatch 12+5reb+2ast, H.Harris 8+8reb+5ast, J.Hunt 7+2reb+1ast, J.Kenny 7+4reb+1ast

Jets - Saints 111-108

Bottom-ranked Jets managed to get a fifth victory. This time they edged fifth-ranked Saints in Palmerston North 111-108. The winners were led by American guard Javion Blake (191-1997, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) who scored that evening 29 points and 9 assists and the other American import guard Mustapha Heron (196-1997, college: St.John's) supported him with 29 points. Even 21 points and 7 rebounds by the former international forward Thomas Vodanovich (201-1994, college: JMU) did not help to save the game for Saints. Australian guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) added 16 points and 8 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Jets (5-9) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Giants and Airs. Saints at the other side keep the fifth position with eight games lost. Jets will play against Giants (#6) in Stoke in the next round. Saints will play on the road against Hawks in Tamatea and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Jets: J.Blake 29+4reb+9ast, M.Heron 29+2reb+3ast, J.Liam 18+7reb+1ast, M.Jones 15+4reb, D.Pippen 8+9reb+3ast, S.Campbell 5+1reb
Saints: T.Vodanovich 21+7reb+1ast, I.Mauriohooho-Le'afa 18+3reb+3ast, K.Adnam 16+2reb+8ast, E.Thomas 14+8reb, T.Smith-Milner 13+6reb+1ast, T.Samuel 12+4reb

Airs - Sharks 94-90

There was an upset in New Plymouth where higher ranked Sharks (5-10) were defeated by tenth ranked Airs (5-9) 94-90 on Sunday. Airs looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American Armon Fletcher (196-1995, college: SIU) who scored 26 points and 6 rebounds. The other American import guard Kendrick Ray (188-1994, college: KSU) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Five Airs players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Jeremy Kendle (186-1988, college: Bellarmine) who recorded a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 assists and Australian forward Grant Anticevich (206-1999, college: California) added 7 points, 22 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Airs moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Jets and Giants. Sharks lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with ten games lost. They share it with Hawks. Airs will meet at home league's leader Tuatara in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sharks will play against the league's second-placed Bulls (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Airs: A.Fletcher 26+6reb+1ast, A.Hilliard 18+7reb+1ast, K.Ray 14+7reb+9ast, D.Carlin 13+8reb+6ast, A.Rissetto 12+8reb, Q.Bailey 4+5reb
Sharks: J.Kendle 28+4reb+11ast, J.Cunningham 20+8reb+1ast, A.Burton 10+5reb, B.Inger 9+2reb+2ast, A.Pledger 8+2reb, G.Anticevich 7+22reb+4ast

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NICARAGUA

Nicaragua outscore Antigua and Barbuda in Managua - by Eurobasket News

Nicaragua post second straight win in Managua - by Eurobasket News

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NIGERIA

Caleb Agada (ex Prometey) joins Ottawa - by Eurobasket News

Petkim adds Efianayi to their roster - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Socar Petkimspor (BSL) added to their roster 27-year old American (has also Nigerian passport) guard David Efianayi (188cm-84kg-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) for new 2023-24 season. Efianayi played last season at H.Be'er Sheva in Israeli Winner League. In 26 games he was league's fourth best scorer with impressive 16.8ppg and had 2.6rpg, 4.4apg and 1.0spg. A very spectacular season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. He also played 8 games in Balkan League where he recorded very remarkable stats: 16.1ppg, 1.9rpg and 3.4apg. Efianayi helped them to win the Balkan League championship. Good season as he was also here named League Player of the Week.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Denain Voltaire in French ProB. In 34 games he averaged high stats: 15.6ppg, 2.3rpg, 3.0apg and 1.1spg in that year. Quite impressive season as he was invited to participate in the French ProA All-Star Game Slam Dunk Contest and League Player of the Week.
He has played also professionally in Denmark (Horsens IC and Bakken).
Efianayi graduated from Gardner-Webb University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

Socar Petkimspor roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Tayfun Erulku
Yunus Sonsirma
Kristers Zoriks
David Efianayi

Forward:
Peyton Aldridge

Coach: Burak Goren

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NORWAY

Jorgen Odfjell (ex Gimle) is a newcomer at Leeuwarden - by Eurobasket News

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PARAGUAY

Paraguay beat Barbados in AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers opener - by Eurobasket News

Paraguay pip Ecuador in Valdivia - by Eurobasket News

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POLAND

Anwil adds Young to their roster, ex Scarborough - by Eurobasket News

Klaczek re-signs at Mickiewicz - by Eurobasket News

AZS AWF Mickiewicz Romus Katowice (1Liga) confirmed in their roster 23-year old power forward Lukasz Klaczek (203cm-2000) for new 2023-24 season. Klaczek has played there for the last three seasons.
He has played previously for KS AZS Katowice 2nd team.

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PUERTO RICO

Stats Leaders - BSN

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brandon KNIGHT

Quebradillas
(190-G-1991)
Avg: 24.2

24.2

22.5

22.4

21.4

21.2

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RUSSIA

Ilya Platonov joins Samara - by Eurobasket News

BC Samara (VTB United League) agreed terms with 24-year old international forward Ilya Platonov (200cm-85kg-1998) for new 2023-24 season. Platonov played last season at MBA Moscow. In 29 VTB United League games he had 7.1ppg and 4.4rpg.
His team made it to the VTB Youth League Semifinals in 2017 and 2018.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at BC Nizhny Novgorod where in 19 VTB United League games he recorded 6.7ppg and 3.4rpg in that year. He also played 5 games in Basketball Champions League where he averaged just 2.8ppg, 3.6rpg and 1.0apg in that year.
Platonov represented Russia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 Division B in Oradea (Romania) six years ago. Platonov's team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 4.9ppg, 3.3rpg, 1.1spg.
He has played previously for three other teams: Spartak Vidnoye, Lokomotiv Kuban reserves and Lokomotiv Kuban 2nd team. His team made it to the VTB Youth League Semifinals in 2017 and 2018.

BC Samara roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Ivan Viktorov
Justin Roberson

Forwards:
Aleksandr Gudumak
Rade Zagorac
Ilya Platonov

Mikhail Kulagin signs at Samara - by Eurobasket News

BC Samara (VTB United League) landed 28-year old former international 191cm guard Mikhail Kulagin for new season. Kulagin played most recently at UNICS Kazan. In 32 VTB United League games he averaged just 2.7ppg last season. He helped them to win the VTB United League championship despite they ended the regular season at the second place.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at BC Nizhny Novgorod where in 21 VTB United League games he had 9.7ppg, 3.0rpg and 2.2apg in that year. Kulagin also played 5 games in Basketball Champions League where he recorded 12.0ppg, 1.8rpg and 2.8apg in that year.
He was also a member of Russian international program for some years. Kulagin played for Russian Senior National Team between 2015 and 2021 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2014.
He represented Russia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 4 games: 0.8ppg.
Kulagin has played previously for five other teams: PBC CSKA Moscow, Enisey, CSKA Moscow U23 team, Rossiya Novogorsk and CSKA Moscow 2nd team.
He is described as: A not so tall guard with a classic point man repertory, plus a great shooting accuracy. Also, has quick legs and an unexpected leaping ability.

BC Samara roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Mikhail Kulagin
Ivan Viktorov
Justin Roberson

Forwards:
Aleksandr Gudumak
Rade Zagorac
Ilya Platonov

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SENEGAL

Mamadou Faye (ex Douanes) signs at CTC Feurs-Rozier Basket - by Eurobasket News

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SERBIA

Alliance Sport Alsace adds Adamovic to their roster - by Eurobasket News

(via @Be_BasketFr)

Milutinov is back at Olympiacos - by Eurobasket News

Jovic re-signs at Zaragoza - by Eurobasket News

Casademont Zaragoza (Liga Endesa) confirmed in their roster 32-year old Serbian international point guard Stefan Jovic (198cm-1990). Jovic is the second import player in the roster as Canadian Trae Bell-Haynes signed here earlier.
He played there last season. In 20 Liga Endesa games he had 8.7ppg, 3.1rpg, 4.2apg and 1.5spg.
He has been also a member of Serbian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Serbian senior team since 2014 and previously for University National Team back in 2013.
Jovic represented Serbia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 9 games: 6.4ppg, 2.4rpg, 5.4apg, 1.9spg, FGP: 65.5%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 50.0%.
He is quite experienced player. Jovic has played also professionally in Germany (Bayern Muenchen), Greece (Panathinaikos), Russia (Khimki) and Serbia (Zdravlje, Crvena Zvezda, KK Sloga Societe Generale Kraljevo and KK Radnicki 1950 Kragujevac). He won German Bundesliga championship title in 2018 and 2019. Jovic was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Adriatic League Guard of the Year back in 2016 and 2017.

Serbian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Radakovic

Sarenac

Covickovic

Djapa

Borovicanin

Aleksa Milenkovic

201-PF-2004

OKK Beograd Serbia

Luka Vudragovic

194-F/G-2004

Sloga KR

Djordje Curcic-V

190-G-2004

Cacak 94

Ilija Milijasevic

190-G-2004

Spartak

Filip Radakovic

200-F-2004

Mladost ZE Serbia

Jovan Ristic

196-F/G-2004

Dynamic VP Serbia

Marko Sarenac

207-PF-2004

Spartak

Vuk Bogunovic

206-F-2004

Omegna

Aleksa Covickovic

192-G-2004

Student-Igokea Bosnia

Lazar Djokovic

207-F-2004

Mladost ZE Serbia

Nikola Djapa

209-C-2004

Mega SM

Filip Borovicanin

206-F-2004

Arizona

Vladimir Djokic

Head Coach

Spartak

Stevan Mijovic

Assistant

Radnicki KG Serbia

KK FMP Meridian Beograd tabs Balsa Zivanovic, ex Mornar - by Igor Obradovic

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SLOVENIA

Slovenian U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Zemljic

Vide

Mivsek

Macura

Tratar

Arne Osojnik

196-F-2004

EMU

Vukasin Todorovic

202-F-2004

C.Olimpija mladi Slovenia

Jan Zemljic

192-PG-2004

Helios Suns Slovenia

Jan Vide

195-F/G-2005

Real Madrid 2 Spain

Nal Belko

183-PG-2004

Jance

Alen Zulic

192-SG-2004

Helios Suns Slovenia

Crt Cabrilo

182-PG-2004

Triglav

Miha Mivsek

201-F-2004

Jezica

Sergej Macura

197-F-2004

Baskonia B Spain

Gasper Kocevar

205-F-2004

Westerstede Germany

Gasper Skorjanc

190-G-2004

Terme Olimia Slovenia

Blaz Tratar

200-PF-2005

Zlatorog

Danijel Radosavljevic

Head Coach

Triglav

Bostjan Sifrar

Assistant

Domen Drobne

Assistant

Zlatorog

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SOUTH KOREA

South Korean U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Lee

Yoo

Kang

Yun

Moon

Lee Haesol

190-F-2004

Yoo Minsoo

201-C-2004

Kang Sungwook

183-G-2004

Kang Taehyun

195-F-2005

Seok Junhwi

191-F-2005

Lee Yujin

196-C-2005

Yun Kichan

195-F-2004

200-C-2004

201-C-2004

211-C-2004

197-C-2005

Moon Yuhyeon

189-G-2004

Lee Saebum

Head Coach

Jung Seungwon

Assistant

Ryu Youngjoon

Assistant

Hungary U19 started with a victory - by Eurobasket News

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SOUTH SUDAN

South Sudan clinch third place at the 2023 FIBA AfroCan Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News

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SPAIN

Jovic re-signs at Zaragoza - by Eurobasket News

Huelva Comercio keeps Cebrian for another season - by Eurobasket News

Huelva Comercio (EBA) re-signed 18-year old 186cm guard Nikolas Cebrian for upcoming season. Cebrian played there last season. In 12 EBA games he averaged 7.5ppg, 1.8rpg and 1.5apg. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. Cebrian also played for Zornotza (LEB Silver) where in 12 games he had just 2.0ppg, 1.2rpg, 1.1apg and 1.3spg.
He represented Spain at the FIBA U18 European Championship in Izmir (Turkey) last year. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 7 games: 5.7ppg, 2.6rpg, 2.4apg, 1.1spg, FGP: 40.0%, 3PT: 30.3%, FT: 85.7%.
Cebrian has played previously for two other teams: Real Madrid 2nd team and Real Madrid.

Spanish U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Villar

Rodriguez

Garuba

Almansa

Bartolome

Rafael Villar

193-F/G-2004

Lleida

Lucas Langarita

192-G-2005

Zaragoza

Sergio de Larrea

197-F-2005

Valencia

Jordi Rodriguez

199-F-2004

Joventut

Alejandro Moreno

191-G-2004

IBAM

Sediq Garuba

190-F-2004

Cartagena

Izan Almansa

207-C-2005

Overtime Elite USA

Luis Garcia

204-F/C-2004

Menorca

Papa Bartolome

208-F-2004

Real Madrid 2 Spain

David Gomez

205-G/F-2004

Burgos

Victory Onuetu

210-C-2004

Huesca

Isaac Nogues

193-G-2004

Joventut 2 Spain

Daniel Miret

Head Coach

Joventut

Aleix Duran

Assistant

Zaragoza

Victor Perez

Assistant

Obradoiro

Nicolo Mannion (ex Virtus BO) agreed terms with Baskonia - by Eurobasket News

Joventut inks Ethan Happ - by Eurobasket News

Njardvik welcomes back Williams, ex Ourense - by Eurobasket News

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TANZANIA

South Sudan clinch third place at the 2023 FIBA AfroCan Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News

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TURKEY

Tyrique Jones agreed terms with Anadolu Efes - by Eurobasket News

(via @trendbasket)

Turkish U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Buyuktuncel

Sivas

Yigitoglu

Mestoglu

Yildizoglu

Ozgur Cengiz

185-G-2005

Tofas

Berke Buyuktuncel

202-F-2004

Tofas

Arda Sivas

183-PG-2005

Gaziantep

Karahan Efeoglu

203-F-2004

Anadolu Efes Turkey

Eray Buyukcangaz

200-G/F-2004

Darussafaka Turkey

Bugra Cal

204-F/C-2004

Istanbul

Mehmet Demirel

214-C-2005

Anadolu Efes Turkey

Melih Tunca

196-PG-2005

Anadolu Efes Turkey

Kerem Konan

198-SF-2004

Besiktas

Samet Yigitoglu

216-C-2004

Besiktas

Hamza Mestoglu

203-PF-2004

Murcia

Tan Yildizoglu

192-PG-2004

Galatasaray Turkey

Fikret Dogan

Head Coach

NEF

Alp Baydar

Assistant

NEF

Mahir Bayrak

Assistant

Fenerbahce Turkey

Anadolu Efes tab Dogus Ozdemiroglu - by Eurobasket News

Pinar Karsiyaka keeps McCollum for another season - by Eurobasket News

Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir (BSL) re-signed experienced 35-year old American 188cm guard Errick McCollum (college: Goshen) for upcoming season. McCollum was a team leader there last season. In 36 BSL games he was league's fourth best scorer with impressive 18.3ppg and recorded 3.0rpg and 5.0apg. He helped them to make it to the Turkish League final. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week (2 times) and selected to Eurobasket.com All-Turkish League Second Team. McCollum also played 8 games in Basketball Champions League where he averaged remarkable 18.8ppg, 3.5rpg and 6.6apg.
He won 3x TBT (The Basketball Tournament) championship title in 2019 and 2022. He was voted to Eurobasket.com EuroCup All-Imports Team back in 2016 and 2020.
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Lokomotiv in Russian league. In 12 Eurocup games he was league's fourth best scorer with high stats: 22.3ppg and had 3.2rpg, 4.3apg and 1.2spg in that year. He also played 30 games in VTB United League where he got high stats: 18.2ppg, 2.2rpg, 4.5apg and 1.1spg in that year. McCollum contributed to his team making it to the semifinals. A very good season in his career as he was selected to VTB United League All-Star Game and League Player of the Week (2 times).
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2014.
McCollum is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). McCollum has played previously professionally in China (Golden Bulls and Royal Fighters), Greece (Panionios and AS Apollon Patras), Israel (Elitzur Maccabi Netanya), Turkey (Galatasaray), Russia (UNICS Kazan and Khimki) and The Basketball Tournament (Overseas Elite).
He graduated from Goshen College in 2010 and it will be his 14th (!!!) season in pro basketball. McCollum won 3x TBT (The Basketball Tournament) championship title in 2019 and 2022. He was voted to Eurobasket.com EuroCup All-Imports Team back in 2016 and 2020.

Akyazili re-signs at Pinar Karsiyaka - by Eurobasket News

Petkim lands Yunus Sonsirma - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Socar Petkimspor (BSL) tabbed 30-year old 192cm point guard Yunus Sonsirma for new season. Sonsirma played most recently at Bahcesehir in Turkish BSL league. He managed to play in three leagues last year (!!!). In 9 BSL games he averaged just 2.1ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.2apg. Sonsirma also played 5 games in Basketball Champions League where he had only 1.4ppg, 1.0rpg and 1.6apg. The other team he played that season for was Galatasaray. In 16 BSL games he recorded 3.6ppg, 1.9rpg and 1.6apg. He also played 7 games in Basketball Champions League where he got only 2.1ppg, 1.6rpg and 2.0apg. Another team he played shortly was Galatasaray (U19 League). In only one game he got 6 points, 3 rebounds and 4 blocks.
Sonsirma has played previously for four other teams: Pinar Karsiyaka, Dacka, Turk Telekom and Eskisehir Basket. His team made it to the League Semifinals in 2014 and 2021.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com Turkish TBL All-Domestic Players Team back in 2017.

Socar Petkimspor roster for 2023-24:

Guards:
Tayfun Erulku
Yunus Sonsirma
Kristers Zoriks

Forward:
Peyton Aldridge

Coach: Burak Goren

Petkim adds Efianayi to their roster - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Anadolu Efes sign Erkan Yilmaz - by Eurobasket News

(via @trendbasket)

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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

Jasiel Rivero paces Cuba past US Virgin Islands - by Eurobasket News

Nanterre signs Desi Rodriguez - by Eurobasket News

Nicaragua post second straight win in Managua - by Eurobasket News

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UNITED CUP

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Nargenis ULLOA

Club S
(182-G-1997)
Avg: 20.0

20.0

16.5

16.0

15.7

14.8

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UNITED KINGDOM

Yves Nkomba transfers to Indiana Univ-Purdue Univ-Indianapolis - by Eurobasket News

(via @VerbalCommits)

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URUGUAY

Gabriel Mendes (ex Spartans) joins Universitario - by Paulo Freire

Metropolitan Round 5 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most shocking disappointment of round 5 was only two-point a home defeat of 4th placed Colon (2-2) to fifth ranked U.Atletica (3-1) 99-97. U.Atletica looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Lithuanian center Zygimantas Riauka (206-1993, college: UW-Parkside) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds for the winners and Sebastian Ottonello (200-1997) chipped in 21 points and 11 rebounds. American power forward Quinterian McConico (203-1995, college: AAMU) responded with 29 points and 7 rebounds. Colon's coach Ernesto Dorrego rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. U.Atletica have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Urunday. Colon at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with 25 de Agosto and Capitol.
Metropolitan top team - Larranaga (5-0) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat twelfth ranked Miramar (1-3) in Montevideo 84-75. Hernando Caceres (202-1994) nailed a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side and Guillermo Souza accounted for 21 points. Larranaga's coach Nicolas Diaz allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Argentinian center Martin Delgado (202-1994) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks for Miramar in the defeat. Undefeated Larranaga have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-0 record. Miramar lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with three games lost. They share it with Welcome.
Bottom-ranked Verdirrojo (0-4) is still winless. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to ninth ranked Sayago (3-2) 87-68 on Friday evening. The best player for the winners was Emiliano Bonet who scored 20 points and 6 assists. Sayago's coach German Fernandez used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Robert Whitfield produced 30 points and 9 rebounds for the hosts. Sayago moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Atenas. Verdirrojo lost their fourth game in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 5: Stockolmo lost to Atenas on the opponent's court 78-83. Capitol managed to outperform O.Mundial in a home game 94-91. Welcome recorded a loss to Olimpia on the road 90-76. Tabare defeated 25 de Agosto on its own court 62-61. Lagomar was smashed by Urunday in Montevideo 98-72.

Atenas - Stockolmo 83-78

Everything could happen in Montevideo at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Atenas and 9th ranked Stockolmo had identical 2-2 record. This time Atenas used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Montevideo 83-78 on Thursday night. The best player for the winners was naturalized Argentinian power forward Agustin Zuvich (201-1995) who scored 20 points and 9 rebounds. Center Rogelio De Leon (205-1989) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Facundo Terra (185-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists and center Martin Tessadri (200-2001) added 22 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Atenas and four Stockolmo players scored in double figures. Atenas (3-2) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Sayago. Loser Stockolmo dropped to the tenth position with three games lost. They share it with Tabare and O.Mundial.
Top scorers:
Stockolmo: T.Martin 22+9reb+1ast, F.Terra 18+7reb+11ast, J.Peralta 14+5reb, A.Maximiliano 12+3reb+2ast, H.Silva 4+2reb, B.Gabriel 3+1reb+1ast
Atenas: A.Zuvich 20+9reb+1ast, R.Joaquin 13+3reb, R.De Leon 11+8reb+1ast, S.Felipe 10+4reb+1ast, N.Santos 10+4ast, G.Ignacio 6+4ast

Colon - U.Atletica 97-99

The most shocking disappointment of round 5 was only two-point a home defeat of 4th placed Colon (2-2) to fifth ranked U.Atletica (3-1) 99-97. U.Atletica looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Lithuanian center Zygimantas Riauka (206-1993, college: UW-Parkside) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds for the winners and Sebastian Ottonello (200-1997) chipped in 21 points and 11 rebounds. American power forward Quinterian McConico (203-1995, college: AAMU) responded with 29 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import guard Jamal Bieniemy (196-1999, college: UTEP) scored 24 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Colon's coach Ernesto Dorrego rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. U.Atletica have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Urunday. Colon at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with 25 de Agosto and Capitol.
Top scorers:
Colon: Q.McConico 29+7reb, J.Bieniemy 24+5reb+4ast, E.Gonzalez 17+1reb+3ast, A.Aristimuno 12+2reb+10ast, I.Asaravicius 8+9reb+1ast, D.Alvarez 5+4reb+6ast
U.Atletica: A.Dotti 24+3reb+3ast, C.Guillermo 22+4reb+3ast, S.Ottonello 21+11reb+3ast, Z.Riauka 19+15reb+2ast, A.Cabillon 6+3reb+3ast, G.Felipe 4+1reb+9ast

Larranaga - Miramar 84-75

Metropolitan top team - Larranaga (5-0) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat twelfth ranked Miramar (1-3) in Montevideo 84-75. They outrebounded Miramar 44-29 including a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Hernando Caceres (202-1994) nailed a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side and forward Guillermo Souza (194-2001) accounted for 21 points. Larranaga's coach Nicolas Diaz allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Argentinian center Martin Delgado (202-1994) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks and Ivan Loriente (190-1992, agency: Pro Sports) added 22 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Miramar in the defeat. Larranaga have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-0 record. Miramar lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with three games lost. They share it with Welcome.
Top scorers:
Miramar: I.Loriente 22+5reb+3ast, M.Delgado 21+11reb, A.Rodriguez 9, D.Blazina 9+3reb+2ast, M.De Gouveia 6+4reb+5ast, M.Botta 4+2reb+2ast
Larranaga: H.Caceres 23+13reb+1ast, S.Guillermo 21+3reb+1ast, M.Nicolas 15+6reb, M.Nobile 8+3reb+5ast, D.Foreman 7+7reb+1ast, J.Jones 7+7reb+5ast

Capitol - O.Mundial 94-91

There was a small surprise in Montevideo where twelfth ranked Capitol (2-2) edged 9th ranked O.Mundial (2-3) 94-91 on Friday. Capitol forced 21 O.Mundial turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Agustin Da Costa (191-1998) who scored 22 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Jacob Ledoux (190-1997, college: UTPB) chipped in 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Panamanian-American point guard Trevor Gaskins (188-1989, college: Louisiana Tech, agency: Pro Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 31 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Leandro Taboada (182-1986) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Capitol and four O.Mundial players scored in double figures. Capitol moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Colon and 25 de Agosto. Loser O.Mundial dropped to the tenth position with three games lost. They share it with Stockolmo and Tabare.
Top scorers:
O.Mundial: T.Gaskins 31+12reb+4ast, A.Thomas 17+2reb, L.Taboada 13+6reb+2ast, I.Pedro 10+7reb, S.Lucas 7+6reb, J.Martin Cajelli 6+8reb
Capitol: A.Da Costa 22+7reb+3ast, J.Ledoux 21+6reb+4ast, C.Bascou 15+2reb+4ast, K.Edo 14+11reb, G.Mateo 11+4reb+8ast, G.Pablo 5+4reb

Olimpia - Welcome 90-76

Not a big story in a game in Montevideo where 12th ranked Welcome (1-3) was defeated by fourth ranked Olimpia (4-1) 90-76 on Friday. Olimpia forced 19 Welcome turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Al Thornton (203-1983, college: FSU, agency: BIG) who scored 24 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Santiago Fernandez (186-2000) chipped in 21 points and 4 assists. Four Olimpia players scored in double figures. Mateo Bianchi (205-2002) produced 12 points and 5 rebounds and Fernando Verrone (201-1988) added 9 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Welcome's coach Diego Rivas tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Olimpia. They moved-up to second place. Loser Welcome dropped to the thirteenth position with three games lost. They share it with Miramar.
Top scorers:
Welcome: B.Mateo 12+5reb+2ast, M.Nicoletti 12+4reb+1ast, A.Mauricio 12+1reb, S.Alvarez 10+4ast, F.Verrone 9+7reb+1ast, S.Ramirez 8+4reb
Olimpia: A.Thornton 24+8reb+1ast, S.Fernandez 21+4reb+4ast, T.Santiago 17+6reb+2ast, D.Nunes 11+5reb+4ast, N.Joaquin 8+3reb+3ast, C.Juan Diego 6+4reb+3ast

Tabare - 25 de Agosto 62-61

There was a surprise result when fourteenth ranked Tabare (2-3) edged at home higher ranked 25 de Agosto (2-2) 62-61 on Friday. Strangely 25 de Agosto outrebounded Tabare 49-30 including 16 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was point guard Martin Perdomo (178-1995) who scored 19 points and 4 assists. American Anthony Danridge (196-1986, college: N.Mexico) chipped in 12 points and 6 rebounds. Rodrigo Cardozo (191-1992) produced 11 points and 9 rebounds and guard Marcelo Nessi (188-1994) added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Tabare moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Stockolmo and O.Mundial. Loser 25 de Agosto keeps the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with Colon and Capitol.
Top scorers:
25 de Agosto: D.McKinney 12+6reb+2ast, R.Cardozo 11+9reb+1ast, S.Santiago 8+7reb+1ast, M.Nessi 8+8reb+5ast, M.Marotta 8+3reb+2ast, J.Sacco 7+12reb
Tabare: M.Perdomo 19+4reb+4ast, G.Charlie 15+4reb+1ast, A.Danridge 12+6reb+3ast, O.Medina 9+1reb+2ast, H.Alvarez 3+3reb+2ast, C.Xavier 2+1reb+1ast

Urunday - Lagomar 98-72

There was no surprise in Montevideo where 13th ranked Lagomar (1-4) was outplayed by sixth ranked Urunday (3-1) 98-72 on Friday. Urunday forced 19 Lagomar turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Demian Alvarez (193-1984, agency: Pro Sports) who scored 21 points. American Zach Naylor (203-1998, college: Tarleton St.) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Urunday players scored in double figures. Forward Federico Haller (200-1988) produced 14 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Agustin Allegrini (195-2000) added 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Urunday moved-up to third place, which they share with U.Atletica. Loser Lagomar dropped to the fifteenth position with four games lost.
Top scorers:
Lagomar: F.Haller 14+7reb, D.Livingston 11+5reb+2ast, A.Agustin 10+5reb+4ast, L.Cristian 7+3reb+2ast, C.Hector 6+2reb+1ast, V.Lautaro 6+6reb+1ast
Urunday: D.Alvarez 21+2reb+2ast, C.Mitchell 14+6reb+3ast, R.Brause 13+2reb+5ast, Z.Naylor 13+6reb+5ast, D.Delgado 10+10reb+3ast, C.Giovanni 8+3reb+2ast

Verdirrojo - Sayago 68-87

Bottom-ranked Verdirrojo (0-4) is still winless. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to ninth ranked Sayago (3-2) 87-68 on Friday evening. The best player for the winners was point guard Emiliano Bonet (186-2001) who scored 20 points and 6 assists. Italian-Argentinian center Damian Tintorelli (205-1981) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Sayago's coach German Fernandez used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Robert Whitfield (190-1997, college: UMKC) produced 30 points and 9 rebounds and center Marcelo Rosas (200-2002) added 7 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Sayago moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Atenas. Verdirrojo lost their fourth game in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost.
Top scorers:
Verdirrojo: R.Whitfield 30+9reb+3ast, A.Arrillaga 10+6reb, R.Marcelo 7+8reb+2ast, C.Pereira 6+2reb+1ast, M.Suarez 6+4reb+1ast, J.Mayora 4+4reb+6ast
Sayago: M.Aguilera 21+3reb+1ast, B.Emiliano 20+4reb+6ast, D.Tintorelli 16+11reb+2ast, R.Brown 7+7reb+3ast, M.Dogliotti 6+3reb+2ast, D.Mujica 5+2reb

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USA

USA U19 National Team 2023 - by Igor Obradovic

Starting five

Dailey Jr.

Armstrong

Harper

Lubin

Biliew

Kylan Boswell

6'2''-G-2005

Arizona

Cody Williams

6'5''-SF-2004

Colorado

Eric Dailey Jr.

6'7''-PF-2004

OK State

Ian Jackson

6'7''-SG-2005

Cardinal Hayes USA

Mark Armstrong

6'2''-G-2004

Villanova

Myles Colvin

6'5''-SG-2005

Purdue

Dylan Harper

6'4''-G-2006

Bosco Institute USA

Tobe Awaka

6'8''-F-2004

Tennessee

Tre Johnson

6'6''-SG-2006

Lake Highlands USA

Ven-Allen Lubin

6'8''-F-2004

Vanderbilt USA

Asa Newell

6'9''-F-2005

Montverde Acad. USA

Omaha Biliew

6'8''-PF-2004

Iowa St.

Thomas Boyle

Head Coach

St.Joseph's USA

Leon Rice

Assistant

Boise St.

Michael Boynton Jr.

Assistant

OK State

Eric Dailey Scores 12 Points in 136-69 Opening Round Rout of Madagascar - by Eurobasket News

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VENEZUELA

SPB Round 5 of Semi-Finals. Gladiatores make it into Finals - by Eurobasket News

Trotamundos - Guaros 72-55

The former international center Nestor Colmenares (200-1987, college: Campbellsville, agency: Pro Sports) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. The former international swingman Jhornan Zamora (196-1989) contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Five Trotamundos players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Heissler Guillent (186-1986) answered with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and American point guard Marvelle Harris (196-1993, college: Fresno St., agency: Slash Sports) added 16 points in the effort for Guaros. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Trotamundos: L.Gonzalez 13+2reb+3ast, N.Colmenares 12+11reb+3ast, J.Zamora 11+6reb+2ast, S.Moody 11+2reb+5ast, D.Smith 10+5reb+1ast, E.Martinez 8+3reb+1ast
Guaros: M.Harris 16+2reb+1ast, A.Slaughter 13+3reb+2ast, H.Guillent 12+6reb+5ast, P.Ibeh 5+6reb, M.Ruiz 4+7reb+1ast, J.Tello-Palacios 4+5reb+1ast

Piratas - Gladiadores 92-93

Gladiadores made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American Jordan Adams (196-1994, college: UCLA) who scored 26 points. The former international forward Michael Carrera (196-1993, college: S.Carolina) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. Gladiadores' coach James Maye used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Dominican guard Juan Suero (196-1993) produced 24 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists and American forward Emmitt Williams (198-1998, college: LSU) added 17 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Gladiadores: J.Adams 26+4reb+1ast, M.Carrera 20+7reb, G.Vargas 18+6reb+1ast, A.Perez 14+9reb+2ast, H.Walker 5+5reb+3ast, J.Romero 3+2reb
Piratas: J.Suero 24+7reb+9ast, Y.Sifontes 21+1ast, E.Williams 17+11reb+1ast, R.Mendoza 14+4reb+2ast, D.Ramirez 6+2reb+1ast, Q.Davis 5+3reb

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VIETNAM

Brachon Griffin (ex MAS Fez) is a newcomer at Catfish - by Eurobasket News

VBA Round 7: Heat defeat Dolphins in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An interesting game for Heat (4-0) which played road game in Nha Trang against 3rd placed Dolphins (2-2). Leader Heat managed to get a 6-point victory 85-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Dolphins. Heat dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Dolphins' 32. They outrebounded Dolphins 54-43 including 21 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 26 rebounds and 7 assists. International power forward Phu Vinh Nguyen (203-1998) contributed with 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American forward Robert Sampson (203-1992, college: Georgia Tech) answered with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 24 rebounds for Dolphins. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Heat have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 4-0 record. Dolphins at the other side dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. Heat will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dolphins will play on the road against the league's second-placed Buffaloes (#2) in Hanoi and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 7 Catfish was beaten by Warriors on the road 83-78.
The most impressive performance of 7th round was 36 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists by Sameen Swint of Warriors.

Dolphins - Saigon Heat 79-85

An interesting game for Heat (4-0) which played road game in Nha Trang against 3rd placed Dolphins (2-2). Leader Heat managed to get a 6-point victory 85-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Dolphins. Heat dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Dolphins' 32. They outrebounded Dolphins 54-43 including 21 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!), 26 rebounds and 7 assists. International power forward Phu Vinh Nguyen (203-1998) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American forward Robert Sampson (203-1992, college: Georgia Tech) answered with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 24 rebounds and the other American import guard Madarious Gibbs (185-1993, college: Texas Southern) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists in the effort for Dolphins. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Heat have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 4-0 record. Dolphins at the other side dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. Heat will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dolphins will play on the road against the league's second-placed Buffaloes (#2) in Hanoi and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Saigon Heat: K.Barkley 37+26reb+7ast, H.Thomas 13+11reb+2ast, P.Vinh Nguyen 13+10reb+4ast, V.Kim Ban 9+1reb+2ast, S.Antony 8+2reb, H.Tu 3
Dolphins: R.Sampson 28+24reb+3ast, M.Gibbs 12+8reb+7ast, N.Hoang Phuc 12+5reb+2ast, N.Phuc Vinh 7+3reb+4ast, P.Nguyen Khai 6, S.Minh Tam 5+2reb+1ast

Warriors - Catfish 83-78

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Warriors (3-1) beat 5th ranked Catfish (1-3) in Hanoi 83-78 on Friday. Warriors dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Catfish's 32. Warriors forced 21 Catfish turnovers. American players dominated the game. It was a very good performance for guard Sameen Swint (193-1995, college: GBC) who helped to win the game recording 36 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Power forward John Fields (205-1988, college: Tennessee, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Warriors' coach used entire bench in such tough game. Center DeAngelo Hamilton (203-1990, college: WSU) answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks and guard Brachon Griffin (185-1992, college: ECSU) added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists in the effort for Catfish. Four Catfish players scored in double figures. Warriors moved-up to second place, which they share with Buffaloes. Loser Catfish keeps the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with City Wings. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Warriors: S.Swint 36+5reb+7ast, J.Fields 16+19reb+4ast, Y.Justin 10+7reb+2ast, N.Hung 8+4reb, N.Thanh Cong 6+5reb+1ast, P.Nhat Quang 3+1reb
Catfish: M.Soy 24+5reb+2ast, D.Hamilton 21+13reb+3ast, B.Griffin 19+5reb+8ast, T.Le Ngoc 10+7reb, L.Khac Dang Khoa 4+2reb, H.Duc Huy 0

Barkley's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

26-year old swingman Kentrell Barkley (195-G/F-1996, agency: Haylett Sports) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's best team Saigon Heat and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7.
He had a double-double of 37 points and 26 rebounds, while his team beat Dolphins (#4, 2-2) 85-79. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Saigon Heat to consolidate first place in the Vietnamese league. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Saigon Heat already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Barkley had a remarkable 64.0% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Saigon Heat, being already a very valuable addition to the team. East Carolina University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Barkley is league's best scorer averaging so far 32.8ppg, leads league in rebounds with 19.0rpg and is league's best passer with 8.3apg. Barkley is in league's top in and averages solid 70.1% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Robert Sampson (203-F-1992) of Dolphins. He is American forward in his first season at Dolphins. In the last game Sampson recorded impressive double-double of 28 points and 24 rebounds. Bad luck as Dolphins lost that game 79-85 to league's leader Saigon Heat (#1, 4-0). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Dolphins still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 2-2 record is not bad at all. Sampson is one of the most experienced players at Dolphins and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.5ppg (#6). He also registered 18.3 boards per game. Former Georgia Institute of Technology star Sampson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Sameen Swint (193-G-1995) of Warriors (#3). Swint got into 30-points club by scoring 36 points in the last round. He went also for five rebounds and seven assists. He was a key player of Warriors, leading his team to a 83-78 win against the lower-ranked Catfish (#6, 1-3). Warriors needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 3 victories and 1 lost game. Swint has a great season in Vietnam. After only 4 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 27.3ppg (4th best) and assists with 6.5apg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. DeAngelo Hamilton (203-C-1990) of Catfish - 21 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
5. John Fields (205-F/C-1988) of Warriors - 16 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Michael Soy (182-PG-1997) of Catfish - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Madarious Gibbs (185-G-1993) of Dolphins - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists
8. Phu Vinh Nguyen (203-F/C-1998) of Saigon Heat - 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Brachon Griffin (185-G-1992) of Catfish - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Phuc Nguyen Hoang (180-G-2003) of Dolphins - 12 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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VTB UNITED LEAGUE

Ilya Platonov joins Samara - by Eurobasket News

Mikhail Kulagin signs at Samara - by Eurobasket News

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WORLD CUP U19

Overview of Day 1 in Debrecen - by Eurobasket News

USA - Madagascar 136-69
USA crushed Madagascar in their opening game in Hungary. USA opened a massive 69-36 halftime lead. They erupted for 67 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Tre Johnson (198-SG-2006) finished with 21 points, while Mark Armstrong (188-G-2004) added 19 points for the winners. Mathias M'Madi (194-G-2005) answered with 28 points for Madagascar.

Canada - Spain 56-83
Spain ensured the winning start to their championship campaign. They knocked down Canada in the opener. Izan Almansa (207-C-2005) came up with 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Spain opened a comfortable 42-23 halftime lead. They stayed dominant throughout the second half and raced to a convincing victory. Lucas Langarita (192-G-2005) and Jordi Rodriguez (199-F-2004) added 15 points each for Spain. Michael Nwoko (208-C-2004) answered with 18 points for Canada.

Lebanon - Slovenia 58-74
Slovenia outgunned Lebanon in the championship opener. The Europeans grabbed a 44-32 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 16-point mark at the final break and never looked back en route to the win. Jan Vide (195-F/G-2005) posted 20 points, while Jan Zemljic (192-PG-2004) added 10 points for Slovenia. Bryan Mansour (188-PG-2004) replied with 20 points for Lebanon.

South Korea - Hungary 59-85
Peter Csataljay (175-G/F-2004) banked in 18 points to pace hosting Hungary past South Korea in Group D action. Hungary claimed a 25-13 lead ten minutes into the game. They went on a 45-26 run in the second half to ice the victory. Peter Hajdu (198-F-2004) delivered 14 points for Hungary. Moon Yuhyeon (189-G-2004) answered with 15 points for South Korea.

Argentina - Turkey 67-79
Turkey defeated Argentina to take 1-0 record in Group D. Turkey got to a confident start. They established a 45-31 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 17-point mark at the final intermission. Argentina cut the deficit in the fourth stanza but could not avoid the defeat. Samet Yigitoglu (216-C-2004) recorded 16 points and 8 rebounds, while Emre Tunca (207-C-1991) added 13 points for the winning side. Lucas Giovannetti (201-F-2005) replied with 15 points and 8 rebounds for Argentina.

Japan - Brazil 73-94
Brazil eased past Japan to open win count in Hungary. The Latin American team erupted for 31 points in the first term to take an 18-point advantage. They followed with a 28-18 run in the third period to clear off for good. Reynan Santos (192-G-2004) posted 22 points, while Lucas Atauri (192-SG-2004) added 15 points for Brazil. Yuto Kawashima (201-F-2005) answered with 30 points for Japan.

Serbia - Egypt 74-59
Serbia fired past Egypt in the first game in Debrecen. The Europeans piled up a comfortable 42-27 halftime lead. They stretched the margin at 17-point mark at the final intermission and cruised to the victory in the fourth frame. Ilija Milijasevic (190-G-2004) delivered 16 points, while Filip Borovicanin (206-F-2004) and Nikola Djapa (209-C-2004) had 9 points each for Serbia. Belal Elshakery (199-F-2004) answered with 17 points and 13 rebounds for Egypt.

France - China 83-63
France cruised past China in their opening game. les Bleus led by just 2 points at halftime 37-35. France extended the lead to just 4 points at the final break. However France used a 25-9 run in the fourth stanza to seal the win. Melvin Ajinca (202-F-2004) posted 18 points, while Zacharie Perrin (207-C-2004) added 16 points for France. Yang Hansen (216-C-2005) answered with 14 points for China.

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Women News

Zamarat welcomes back Santana, ex Dep.Berazategui - by Eurobasket News

Recoletas Zamarat (LF Challenge) landed 32-year old Argentinian 183cm power forward Ornella Santana for upcoming season. It is actually her comeback to Zamora as she has played here before. Santana played this summer at Dep.Berazategui in Argentinian LaLiga Femenina. In three Liga Sudamericana games just recently she averaged 6.7ppg, 5.3rpg and 2.7apg. The last season she played at Zamarat in Spanish LF Challenge where in 32 games she had 6.9ppg, 4.8rpg and 1.8apg. She helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. They also advanced to the league semifinals.
Santana was also a member of Argentinian international program for some years. She played for Argentinian Senior National Team between 2009 and 2019 and previously for U19 National Team in 2009.
Santana also represented Argentina at the Panamerican Games in Lima (Peru) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 6.3ppg, 5.3rpg, 1.7apg, Steals-2 (3.7spg), FGP: 42.9%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 50.0%.
She has played also professionally in Brazil (Presidente Valceslau), Argentina (Velez, Capital and Estrella Berisso) and Spain (Almeria, Genero and Granada). Santana won Argentinian Liga Nacional championship title in 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2013. She was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 Honorable Mention back in 2018 and 2019.

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BELGIUM

EuroBasket 2023: Emma Meesseman leads Belgium past France, into Final - by Eurobasket News

Belgium - France 67-63

Emma Meesseman (192-C-1993, agency: LBM Management) tallied 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to propel Belgium past France in 2023 EuroBasket semifinal. Belgium set the tone early in the game. They went on an 18-8 lead after ten minutes. Belgium sank 26 points in the second stanza to gain a 14-point halftime lead 44-30. Les Bleues stiffened defensively in the third term. They limited Belgium to 10 points to pull within 8 points at the final break. France got within striking distance late in regulation. Marieme Badiane (190-F/C-1994) put France within two points 63-65. But Julie Allemand (173-PG-1996, agency: LBM Management) sank two free throws and sealed the win for the winning side. Julie Vanloo (172-PG-1993) tallied 18 points in the victory. Sandrine Gruda (193-C-1987) responded with 17 points for France.

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CAC GAMES

US Virgin Islands beat Mexico in CAC 2023 opener - by Eurobasket News

Mexico - US Virgin Islands 69:79

United States Virgin Islands overcame Mexico 79-69 in Central American and Caribbean Games 2023 opener. They grabbed a 28-13 lead at the start and never looked behind after. Mexico won the second and the third quarters, however could not catch up with the opponents.
Imani Tate (175-G/F-1995, college: Albany) top-scored for the winners with 21 points and Anisha George (188-C-1998, college: N.Texas) nailed 15. JEFFRIES Anisa answered with 12 points in a loss and Diana Armas (185-F-1993) added 11.

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COLOMBIA

LSBF Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Guerreros and Indeportes enter Final - by Eurobasket News

Guerreros - Caldas 71-59

The former international center Hamileth Ulloa (176-2001) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and forward Gabriela Chivata (165-2002) accounted for 22 points. Four Guerreros players scored in double figures. Guard Isabella Giraldo (159-2004) came up with 17 points and 5 rebounds and the former international center Libia De la Rosa (185-1992) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Caldas in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Guerreros: C.Gabriela 22+3reb+3ast, N.Contreras 22+2reb+3ast, H.Ulloa 16+10reb+3ast, C.Wendy 11+9reb+6ast, H.Isabella 0, B.Maria 0+2reb
Caldas: G.Isabella 17+5reb+3ast, L.De la Rosa 12+6reb+3ast, V.Tania 12+7reb+1ast, L.Sanchez 7+10reb+2ast, L.Valentina 6+7reb+3ast, M.Daniela 5+4reb

Indeportes - Bucaros 62-56

The former international forward Yuliany Paz (195-2000) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winners and the former international guard Carolina Lopez (188-1998) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. Four Indeportes players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international center Yaneth Arias (188-1982) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 24 rebounds and the former international guard Mayra Caicedo (160-2000, college: Tarleton St.) scored 19 points and 7 assists.
Top scorers:
Indeportes: J.Munoz 16+6reb+3ast, M.Daihana 16+6reb+2ast, L.Carolina 12+6reb+11ast, Y.Paz 12+17reb+1ast, C.Mariana 4+6reb+1ast, G.Alejandra 2
Bucaros: Y.Arias 20+24reb, M.Caicedo 19+4reb+7ast, M.Zamora 8, P.Esther 6+7reb+2ast, M.Mariana 3+2reb, F.Camila 0

Indeportes claim LSBF title - by Eurobasket News

FINAL

Indeportes - Guerreros 71-53

Indeportes are crowned LSBF champions. They overcame Guerreros in the championship game. Indeportes dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Guerreros' 22. They outrebounded Guerreros 52-32 including a 34-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guerreros were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international forward Yuliany Paz (195-2000) nailed a double-double by scoring 18 points and 26 rebounds for the winning side and the former international forward Jenifer Munoz (170-1991) accounted for 22 points and 7 rebounds. The former international center Hamileth Ulloa (176-2001) came up with 14 points and Nathalie Contreras added 15 points respectively for Guerreros in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Indeportes: J.Munoz 22+7reb+2ast, Y.Paz 18+26reb+1ast, M.Daihana 10+1ast, L.Carolina 6+5reb+5ast, C.Mariana 6+5reb+3ast, C.Karen 3+1reb
Guerreros: N.Contreras 15+2reb+3ast, H.Ulloa 14+4reb+2ast, C.Gabriela 11+6reb, C.Wendy 5+11reb+1ast, G.Maria 3+2reb, B.Maria 3+1reb

3-4 Place

Caldas - Bucaros 62-65

Bucaros outrebounded Caldas 43-32 including a 22-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international center Yaneth Arias (188-1982) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals for the winners and the former international guard Mayra Caicedo (160-2000, college: Tarleton St.) chipped in 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side the former international center Libia De la Rosa (185-1992) responded with 13 points and 8 rebounds and the former international power forward Tania Valencia (177-1994) scored 8 points and 11 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Bucaros: M.Caicedo 17+6reb+4ast, M.Zamora 14+3reb+2ast, Y.Arias 14+13reb+4ast, M.Stephany 6+7reb+1ast, A.Carolayn 6+3reb+1ast, P.Esther 6+7reb
Caldas: L.Valentina 14+2reb+1ast, L.De la Rosa 13+8reb+3ast, E.Laura 9+1ast, G.Isabella 8+5reb+4ast, V.Tania 8+11reb+1ast, H.Melissa 5+2reb

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CZECH REPUBLIC

EuroBasket 2023: Germany nip Czech Republic in classification game - by Eurobasket News

Czech Republic - Germany 69-71 (OT)

Germany narrowly edged Czech Republic in overtime in the 2023 EuroBasket classification for Olympic Qualifying Tournament game. Leonie Fiebich (193-SF-2000) scored 17 points and grabbed 8 rebounds to pace the winners.
Germany grabbed an 18-15 lead ten minutes into the game. But Czech Republic answered with an 18-11 rally in the second period to secure a 33-29 halftime advantage. Czech Republic stayed in charge throughout the third quarter. They ensured a 7-point advantage heading into the fourth stanza. Germany cut the deficit to a single point late in regulation. Natalie Stoupalova (185-PF-1998) responded with a layup to give the Czech team a 63-61 lead. But Leonie Fiebich responded with a buzzer-beater to send the game into overtime. Czech Republic opened the extra period with six straight points to take the lead. But Marie Guelich (194-C-1994, college: Oregon St.), Svenja Brunckhorst (179-PG-1991) and Leonie Fiebich responded with 8 points in a row for Germany as they got away with a tough win at the end. Emily Bessoir (193-F-2001) finished with 16 points for Germany. Katerina Zeithammerova (162-PG-2002) and Natalie Stoupalova chipped in 12 points apiece for Czech Republic.

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EUROCUP

Grengewald women will play in the 2023/24 EuroCup - by Eurobasket News

Champion of Luxembourg, Grengewald Hueschtert, will compete in the 2023/24 EuroCup. The team of head coach Francois Manti is the second team to register for the competition after T71 Dudelange announced to compete in the competition a few days ago. The champion of Luxembourg has a good chance to play directly in the group phase after having to go through the qualification round last season. It is clearly a great sign for basketball in Luxembourg that both clubs will once again represent our country on this big stage.
Courtesy of: luxembourg.basketball

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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Stats Leaders Div.A (Women)

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Emma MEESSEMAN

BEL
(192-C-1993)
Avg: 21.2

21.2

19.3

18.3

18.3

18.0

EuroBasket 2023: Germany nip Czech Republic in classification game - by Eurobasket News

EuroBasket 2023: Spain hold off Hungary to enter Final - by Eurobasket News

Spain - Hungary 69-60

Spain became the first 2023 EuroBasket finalists. They outgunned Hungary in the first semifinal game at Arena Stozice today. Alba Torrens (188-G/F-1989) scored 27 points to lead the winners.
Spain dominated in the first half. They registered an 18-14 lead after ten minutes. Spain extended the lead in the second quarter. They established a 38-28 halftime lead. Hungary cut the deficit in the third term. They pulled within 4 points at the final intermission. Spain however responded with a 19-14 rally in the fourth term to ice the victory. Maria Cazorla (179-SG-1997, college: Oregon) finished with 16 points and 6 assists for the winners. Agnes Studer (169-PG-1998) replied with 13 points, while Cyesha Goree (188-F-1993, college: Michigan) had 12 points in the loss.

EuroBasket 2023: Serbia overcame Montenegro to keep Olympic dream alive - by Eurobasket News

Serbia - Montenegro 63:58

Serbia overcame Montenegro 63-58 at the 2023 EuroBasket classification for Olympic Qualifying Tournament game. Serbia opened the game with a 19-16 run and nailed another 19 points in the second period. Serbia managed to win the third quarter as well as they posted a 15-12 run. Montenegro replied with a 15-10 rally in the last stanza to seal the win.
Yvonne Anderson (170-G-1990, college: Texas) top-scored for the winners with 23 points, whilst Aleksandra Crvendakic (188-F-1996) netted 11. Jovana Nogic (185-G-1997, college: Providence) followed them with 10 points and Masa Jankovic (187-C-2000) as well as Mina Djordjevic (188-PF-1999) had 6 each. Natasha Mack (193-C/F-1997, college: OK State, agency: LBM Management) replied with 20 points in the losing effort and Marija Lekovic (170-PG-2003) poured in 18.

EuroBasket 2023: Emma Meesseman leads Belgium past France, into Final - by Eurobasket News

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FRANCE

Marburg inks Magaly Meynadier - by Eurobasket News

BC Pharmaserv Marburg (DBBL) agreed terms with 31-year old Luxembourg-French international shooting guard Magaly Meynadier (170cm-1991) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Meynadier played last season at inexio Royals Saarlouis.
She won Luxembourg League championship title in 2010, 2011, 2013 and 2014 and the cup in 2008, 2010 and 2013. Meynadier was voted to Eurobasket.com Luxembourg League All-Domestic Players Team back in 2011, 2013 and 2015.
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Grengewald where in two Luxembourg games she had very impressive stats: 17.0ppg, 4.5rpg, 2.5apg and 2.5spg in that year.
She also represented Luxembourg at the Games of the Small States of Europe in Malta this year.
Meynadier has played previously professionally in Luxembourg (Musel Pikes). She won Luxembourg League championship title in 2010, 2011, 2013 and 2014 and the cup in 2008, 2010 and 2013. Meynadier was selected to Eurobasket.com Luxembourg League All-Domestic Players Team back in 2011, 2013 and 2015.

Landes land Louise Bussiere - by Eurobasket News

Basket Landes (LFB) tabbed 20-year old 180cm swingman Louise Bussiere for new season. Bussiere has played for the last six years at USO Mondeville in the LF2. In 24 games she averaged 10.3ppg, 5.2rpg, 2.7apg and 1.9spg last season.
She represented France at the FIBA U20 Women's European Championship in Debrecen (Hungary) last year. Bussiere's team got to the Semifinals and her stats at that event were 7 games: 8.7ppg, 3.7rpg, 1.7apg, FGP: 41.7%, 3PT: 39.0%, FT: 75.0%. (via @Be_BasketFr)

Sara Roumy (ex Landes) agreed terms with Keltern - by Eurobasket News

Rutronik Stars Keltern (DBBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 19-year old French 180cm shooting guard Sara Roumy for upcoming season. Roumy has played for the last two years at Landes in French LFB league. In 14 Euroleague games she recorded 4.0ppg and 1.0rpg last season. She also played 17 games in LFB where she averaged just 2.3ppg. Roumy helped them to make it to the Supercup final.
She represented France at the FIBA U20 Women's European Championship in Debrecen (Hungary) last year. Roumy's team got to the Semifinals and her stats at that event were 7 games: 7.4ppg, 1.3rpg, 1.6apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 52.6%, 3PT: 28.6%.
Roumy has played also professionally in Centre Federal BB Paris.

EuroBasket 2023: Emma Meesseman leads Belgium past France, into Final - by Eurobasket News

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GERMANY

Marburg inks Magaly Meynadier - by Eurobasket News

Sara Roumy (ex Landes) agreed terms with Keltern - by Eurobasket News

EuroBasket 2023: Germany nip Czech Republic in classification game - by Eurobasket News

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HUNGARY

EuroBasket 2023: Spain hold off Hungary to enter Final - by Eurobasket News

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ITALY

De Pasquale re-signs at Broni - by Eurobasket News

Della Fiore Broni (Serie A2) confirmed in their roster 27-year old guard Ada De Pasquale (178cm-1995, agency: LBM Management) for season 2023-24. De Pasquale played there last season. In 28 Serie A2 games she recorded 6.5ppg, 2.8rpg and 1.3apg. Serie A2 will be definitely a better match and she can see more playing time.
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Autosped Castelnuovo Scrivia where in 30 Serie A2 games she averaged 8.0ppg, 2.9rpg and 1.6apg in that year. She helped them to make it to the group semifinals.
De Pasquale has played previously for six other teams: Valdarno, Battipaglia, Civitanova, Battipaglia, San Salvatore and Campobasso.
She played in the final of Italian Serie A2 Group B in 2014.

Pandori re-signs at San Salvatore - by Eurobasket News

TechFind San Salvatore Selargius (Serie A2) confirmed in their roster 20-year old guard Martina Pandori (177cm-2003) for new 2023-24 season. Pandori has played there for the last five seasons.

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LUXEMBOURG

Marburg inks Magaly Meynadier - by Eurobasket News

Grengewald women will play in the 2023/24 EuroCup - by Eurobasket News

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MEXICO

Bradford's double-double lands her LNBPF Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

29-year old forward Crystal Bradford (183-F-1993) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Adelitas and receives a Hoops Agents LNBPF Player of the Week award for round 8.
She had a double-double of 28 points and 16 rebounds, while her team beat Rojas (#7, 7-7) 84-70. Adelitas maintains the 4th position in Mexican league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Adelitas will need more victories to improve their 11-3 record. In the team's last game Bradford had a remarkable 68.4% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Adelitas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Crystal Bradford averages this season 11.2ppg and 8.2rpg.

Second best performed player last round was Alexis Prince (188-G/F-1994) of Astros. She is American swingman in her first season at Astros. In the last game Prince recorded impressive 26 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course she led Astros to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Freseras (#11, 2-14) 101-69. This victory allowed Astros to move up to 3rd position in the standings. Her team's 11-3 record is not bad at all. Prince is one of the most experienced players at Astros and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to another Adelitas' star - center Channon Fluker (193-C-1997). Fluker scored 21 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). She was another key player of Adelitas, helping her team with a 97-66 easy win against the lower-ranked Rojas (#7, 7-7). Adelitas needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 11 victories and 3 lost games. Fluker has a great season in Mexico. After 13 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.6rpg (#1 in league). She also has FGP: 54.0% and 3PT: 42.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kamilah Jackson (183-F-1992) of Plateras - 18 points and 13 rebounds
5. Khadija Brown-Haywood (180-G-1994) of Plateras - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Amy Okonkwo (188-F-1996) of Halcones - 27 points and 11 rebounds
7. Danielle Adams (185-C-1989) of Adelitas - 26 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Destiny Pitts (178-G) of Fuerza Regia - 27 points and 4 rebounds
9. Kristen Spolyar (178-G-1997) of Adelitas - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Brittany Byrd (176-G-1997) of Correcaminos - 31 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists

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

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MONTENEGRO

EuroBasket 2023: Serbia overcame Montenegro to keep Olympic dream alive - by Eurobasket News

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MOROCCO

MTB Majd Tanger and KACM Kawkab de Marrakech keep the Final dreams alive - by Eurobasket News

MTB Majd Tanger and KACM Kawkab de Marrakech kept the Final dreams alive beating the opponents in the second games.
KACM Kawkab de Marrakech overcame IRAN Ithri Rif Nador 72-56 to tie the records at 1-1. MTB Majd Tanger meanwhile edged FAR Forces 72-58. In game 1 the latter posted a 53-45 victory.

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NORTH MACEDONIA

Vardar adds Mathieu to their roster - by Zeljko Zule

ZKK Vardar Skopje (Prva A Liga) added to their roster 31-year old American center Kaitlyn Mathieu (188cm-1992, college: William & Mary) for season 2023-24. Mathieu has played for the last two years at Badel. She helped them to make it to both league and Supercup final after they ended regular season as second best team.
Mathieu is quite experienced player. She has played also professionally in Bulgaria (Montana), Denmark (Lemvig), Germany (Hannover) and Luxembourg (T71 Dudelange).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com Danish Dameligaen All-Imports Team back in 2016.
Mathieu graduated from College of William & Mary in 2014 and it will be her tenth season as a professional player.

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SERBIA

EuroBasket 2023: Serbia overcame Montenegro to keep Olympic dream alive - by Eurobasket News

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SOUTH AFRICA

WBNL Round 9: Egoli M. beat FS Warriors in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Bloemfontein. Leader Egoli M. faced 3rd placed FS Warriors. Guests from Johannesburg (4-0) smashed host FS Warriors (1-2) 76-31. Egoli M. held FS Warriors to an opponent 22.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Egoli M. forced 33 FS Warriors turnovers and outrebounded them 41-30 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by FS Warriors' players. The best player for the winners was Katia Matlombe who scored 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Phindile Nkosi chipped in 11 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Mpho Khampepe who recorded 7 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Egoli M. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 4-0 record. FS Warriors at the other side dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with M.Rhinos. Egoli M. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. FS Warriors will play against the league's second-placed Limpopo P. (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kwazulu. Third ranked Limpopo P. faced second-best KZ Marlins. Guests from (2-1) defeated host KZ Marlins (2-2) 59-45. It was a key game for the second position in the league. It was a good game for Lufuno Mutungutungu who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds. Boitumelo Masenamela contributed with 7 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Pretty Shange answered with 14 points and 5 rebounds for KZ Marlins. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Limpopo P. moved-up to second place, which they share with Tshwane S. KZ Marlins at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Limpopo P. will play against FS Warriors (#4) in Bloemfontein in the next round. KZ Marlins will have a break next round.

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FS Warriors - Egoli M. 31-76

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Bloemfontein. Leader Egoli M. faced 3rd placed FS Warriors. Guests from Johannesburg (4-0) smashed host FS Warriors (1-2) 76-31. Egoli M. held FS Warriors to an opponent 22.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Egoli M. forced 33 FS Warriors turnovers and outrebounded them 41-30 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by FS Warriors' players. The best player for the winners was Katia Matlombe who scored 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Phindile Nkosi chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Four Egoli M. players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Mpho Khampepe who recorded 7 points and 5 rebounds and Ntsabiseng Motaung added 4 points and 6 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Egoli M. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 4-0 record. FS Warriors at the other side dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with M.Rhinos. Egoli M. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. FS Warriors will play against the league's second-placed Limpopo P. (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
FS Warriors: K.Mpho 7+5reb, C.Fatimah 5+1reb+1ast, N.Mimi 4+2reb, P.Maletsatsi 4+3reb, M.Ntsabiseng 4+6reb, X.Nonduduzo 4
Egoli M.: B.Herculina 15+5reb, M.Mutengo 13+2reb+4ast, M.Katia 13+7reb+4ast, N.Phindile 11+10reb+3ast, L.Shabangu 8+3reb+2ast, P.Dlamini 6+2reb+2ast

KZ Marlins - Limpopo P. 45-59

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Kwazulu. Third ranked Limpopo P. faced second-best KZ Marlins. Guests from (2-1) defeated host KZ Marlins (2-2) 59-45. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Limpopo P. forced 22 KZ Marlins turnovers. It was a good game for Lufuno Mutungutungu who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 13 rebounds. Boitumelo Masenamela contributed with 7 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Pretty Shange answered with 14 points and 5 rebounds and Lineo Rakuoane added 6 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for KZ Marlins. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Limpopo P. moved-up to second place, which they share with Tshwane S. KZ Marlins at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Limpopo P. will play against FS Warriors (#4) in Bloemfontein in the next round. KZ Marlins will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
KZ Marlins: S.Pretty 14+5reb+2ast, N.Ziyanda 11+3reb, R.Lineo 6+10reb+1ast, M.Rohina 5+2reb+1ast, N.Nolwazi 3+3reb, M.Sthembile 2+2reb+1ast
Limpopo P.: M.Lufuno 32+13reb+1ast, T.Nthabiseng 8+3reb+2ast, M.Boitumelo 7+5reb+4ast, S.Mpho 4+5reb+1ast, B.Bellaire 4+4reb+1ast, F.Lauren 2+4reb+3ast

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SPAIN

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U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

US Virgin Islands beat Mexico in CAC 2023 opener - by Eurobasket News

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WNBA

Liberty Take It Outside in Win Over Atlanta, Ionescu's Return - by Eurobasket News

Clear skies defined Atlanta's Friday weather forecast, but the New York Liberty brought rain to Gateway Center Arena at College Park. Facing the Atlanta Dream for the third time in a two-week span, the Liberty took the rubber match by a 110-80 final to open the weekend. New York sank 17 three-pointers (one short of the single-game WNBA record they tied last season) en route to a wire-to-wire victory and fourth in a row on the road. Six different New Yorkers hit at least one triple, paced by five off the bench for Marine Johannes (5'9''-G-1995). Former Georgian Betnijah Laney (6'0''-G-1993, college: Rutgers) led the Liberty with 19 points while Courtney Vandersloot (5'8''-PG-1989, college: Gonzaga) (16 points, 11 assists) and Breanna Stewart (6'4''-F-1994, college: UConn) (13 points, 11 rebounds) each registered double-doubles. Jonquel Jones fell one rebound short of a second straight double-double but got the Liberty (8-3) off to a torrid start with 13 of her 18 points coming in the first period alone. Friday marked Sabrina Ionescu's return to action after she missed the prior two games with a sore hamstring, earning eight points and six rebounds. Alas, New York was dealt a late injury scare when reserve interior prescience Stefanie Dolson (6'5''-C-1992, college: UConn) rolled her ankle in a collision with a teammate. Dolson required assistance to leave the floor. Rhyne Howard (6'2''-SF, college: Kentucky) was the leader for Atlanta (5-7) with 24 points in the struggle to protect its home court. New York has won both meetings at Gateway Arena this season while Atlanta took an 86-79 triumph at Barclays Center last week. One more meeting between the two teams awaits on July 27 in Brooklyn. In the meantime, the Liberty return to Brooklyn on Sunday against the Washington Mystics (1 p.m. ET, ABC) before embarking on a three-game road trip.
Courtesy of: si.com

Aces beat Fever 101-88 as A'ja Wilson scores 28, Kelsey Plum adds 26 - by Eurobasket News

A'Ja Wilson (6'5''-F-1996, college: S.Carolina) and Kelsey Plum (5'8''-PG-1994, college: Washington) combined to score 30 points in the first half and all five Las Vegas starters scored in double figures Saturday night as the Aces went on to beat the Indiana Fever 101-88. Wilson finished with 28 points and 10 rebounds, Plum added 26 points on 9-for-14 shooting to lead Las Vegas (12-1). Candace Parker (6'4''-C/F-1986, college: Tennessee) added 15 points, Chelsea Gray (5'11''-PG-1992, college: Duke) had 13 points and a season-high tying 12 assists, and Jackie Young scored 10 with eight assists. Gray, the No. 11 pick in the 2014 WNBA draft and the 2022 Finals MVP, is the only Las Vegas starter that was not drafted No. 1 overall in their respective draft. The Aces came into the game averaging 92.5 points per game this season - third-most in WNBA history - and topped the 100-point plateau for the second time this season. They have scored at least 90 points in 11 of 13 games. Wilson, who was 0 for 8 from 3-point range this season, hit a 3 before she assisted on jumpers by Young and Parker to make it 11-6, and the Aces never again trailed. Nalyssa Smith (6'4''-F-2000, college: Baylor) converted a three-point play to make it 12-all but Wilson responded with a bucket midway through the first quarter and Las Vegas led the rest of the way. Smith led Indiana (5-8) with 26 points and 11 rebounds. Aliyah Boston, the first pick in April's draft, made 8 of 11 from the field and finished with 18 points, nine rebounds and three steals. Lexie Hull had a season-high 15 points and Kristy Wallace scored 13.
Courtesy of: wthr.com

Brionna Jones to Miss Remainder of the 2023 Season - by Eurobasket News

Connecticut Sun center Brionna Jones (6'3''-C-1995, college: Maryland), who suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon during Tuesday's game, underwent a successful reparative surgery yesterday afternoon. Jones will miss the rest of the 2023 season, and no timetable has been set for her return. Jones sustained the injury with 1:05 left in the Sun's 85-79 win against the Seattle Storm on June 20. She had 13 points, four rebounds, three assists, and a steal before being helped off the court. The reparative surgery was performed by Dr. Nicholas Seibert of the Swedish Orthopedic Institute-Seattle. "First, I want to thank everyone who has reached out over the last few days. All of the love I've received has truly been a blessing as I've gone through this tough time," Jones remarked. "While this is not how I envisioned this season ending for me, I am determined and ready to head into the next stage of recovery and rehab. I know I have an amazing support system behind me, and I will return on the other side of this stronger than ever. I'm definitely going to miss competing every night with this incredible group of women the most, but I am excited to see this team continue to flourish and accomplish great things this season." The 6-3 forward from Havre de Grace, Maryland has averaged 9.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, 0.9 assists, and 1.0 steals in 19.3 minutes per game throughout her career. During her seven years in the league, Jones has been named the 2021 WNBA Most Improved Player, 2022 WNBA and AP Sixth Player of the Year, and a two-time WNBA All-Star (2021, 2022). A player known for her offensive-rebounding prowess, averaging 2.1 per game during her career; at the time of her injury, Jones was first in the league in offensive rebounds (3.2), fifth in steals (1.8), ninth in field goal percentage (57.1), 10th in rebounds (8.2), and 20th in scoring (15.9). "We are heartbroken for Breezy. Anyone who knows her, knows she's an amazing person, teammate and leader for our group. On the court, she has worked so hard to position herself as a cornerstone of our franchise and was playing terrific basketball. We will be here for her and lift her up as she goes through the recovery process. As a team, we know we have a job to do, and we will dedicate our work toward the ultimate goal of winning a championship in a way that honors Breezy." - Stephanie White, Connecticut Sun Head Coach.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com