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| ABBA Round 5 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. First defeat of league's leader Stingerz (5-1) against second ranked Potters S. (6-1) 90-86 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Stingerz. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Potters S. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Stingerz's 34. Potters S. forced 35 Stingerz turnovers. Strangely Stingerz outrebounded Potters S. 54-42 including 24 on the offensive glass. The former international guard Marlon Charles (186-1976) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Guard Cohen Desouza contributed with 14 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Jayden Andrew answered with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for Stingerz. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Potters S. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Stingerz at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Potters S.. Baldwin Braves' fans can celebrate the first win of their team after six consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Spanish Heat (0-7) 82-74. Sergio Symister stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and Damien Flyod chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Israel Pulinario responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 16 rebounds (on 14-of-18 shooting from the field). Baldwin Braves maintains seventh place with 1-6 record. It was Spanish Heat's seventh loss in a row. Newly promoted team still closes the standings with seven games lost. The game in supposed to be also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Flyers (5-2) played at the court of 7th ranked Baldwin Braves (1-6). Flyers smashed Baldwin Braves 98-45 on Thursday. T-Shawn Lewis nailed 27 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Flyers' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sergio Symister came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 16 rebounds for Baldwin Braves in the defeat. Flyers moved-up to third place, which they share with Cutie Ovals. Loser Baldwin Braves keep the seventh position with six games lost. In the last game of round 5 Ottos smashed Slam on the road 81-50.
Slam - Ottos 50-81 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when sixth ranked Ottos (3-4) crushed on the road 5th ranked Slam (2-4) 81-50 on Sunday. Ottos held Slam to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 39.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Ottos forced 29 Slam turnovers. Strangely Slam outrebounded Ottos 72-53 including a 37-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Kwame Payne nailed 22 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals for the winning side and Warren Bogle accounted for 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Ottos players scored in double figures. Ezekiel Francois (-2001) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 25 rebounds and John Rolland added 6 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Slam in the defeat. Slam's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Ottos moved-up to fifth place. Newly promoted Slam dropped to the sixth position with four games lost. Top scorers: Slam: E.Francois 14+25reb, O.Morris 11+3reb+2ast, R.John 6+12reb+1ast, M.Keaddy 6+7reb+2ast, C.Kim 4+3reb+3ast, H.Adissa 4+6reb+5ast Ottos: K.Payne 22+7reb+6ast, B.Warren 16+10reb+6ast, W.Lincoln 12+3reb+1ast, K.Shaquille 10+10reb+1ast, D.Akeem 10+6reb+1ast, D.Morlon 4+5reb+3ast Baldwin Braves - Spanish Heat 82-74 Baldwin Braves' fans can celebrate the first win of their team after six consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Spanish Heat (0-7) 82-74. Baldwin Braves shot 30 for 48 from the free-throw line, while Spanish Heat only scored fourteen points from the stripe. Baldwin Braves forced 35 Spanish Heat turnovers. Spanish Heat was plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. Sergio Symister stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and guard Damien Flyod chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Baldwin Braves players scored in double figures. Israel Pulinario responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 16 rebounds (on 14-of-18 shooting from the field) and Antonio Cruzdehaa produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists and 7 steals. Baldwin Braves maintains seventh place with 1-6 record. It was Spanish Heat's seventh loss in a row. Newly promoted team still closes the standings with seven games lost. Top scorers: Spanish Heat: P.Israel 30+16reb+1ast, S.Matthew 17+3reb+5ast, C.Antonio 12+12reb+6ast, P.Kelvin 5+7reb+3ast, N.Shawn 4+6reb, P.Gabriel 4+1ast Baldwin Braves: S.Sergio 24+10reb, F.Damien 18+5reb+2ast, B.Andrew 13+10reb, M.Lenroy 10+9reb+1ast, B.Tevin 7+3reb+2ast, S.Orion 4+2reb+1ast Baldwin Braves - Flyers 45-98 The game in supposed to be also quite interesting. Fourth ranked Flyers (5-2) played at the court of 7th ranked Baldwin Braves (1-6). Flyers smashed Baldwin Braves 98-45 on Thursday. Flyers held Baldwin Braves to an opponent 23.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Flyers forced 29 Baldwin Braves turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Baldwin Braves' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Flyers made 10 blocks. T-Shawn Lewis nailed 27 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Selassie Brathwaite accounted for 11 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Flyers players scored in double figures. Flyers' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sergio Symister came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 16 rebounds and guard Bernard Andrew added 11 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Baldwin Braves in the defeat. Flyers moved-up to third place, which they share with Cutie Ovals. Loser Baldwin Braves keep the seventh position with six games lost. Top scorers: Baldwin Braves: J.Tristan 12+4reb, B.Andrew 11+10reb+2ast, S.Sergio 10+16reb, M.Lenroy 4+2reb+1ast, S.Orion 3+2reb, N.Allister 3+9reb+1ast Flyers: L.T-Shawn 27+7reb+3ast, H.David 19+2reb+2ast, P.Sadiq 12+11reb+1ast, D.Javonte 12+4reb+4ast, B.Selassie 11+11reb+6ast, A.Kenya 6+2reb+2ast Potters S. - Stingerz 90-86 First defeat of league's leader Stingerz (5-1) against second ranked Potters S. (6-1) 90-86 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Stingerz. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Potters S. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Stingerz's 34. Potters S. forced 35 Stingerz turnovers. Strangely Stingerz outrebounded Potters S. 54-42 including 24 on the offensive glass. The former international guard Marlon Charles (186-1976) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Guard Cohen Desouza contributed with 14 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Jayden Andrew answered with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Jamine Charles (211, college: Blinn JC) added 13 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Stingerz. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Potters S. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Stingerz at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Potters S.. Top scorers: Stingerz: A.Jayden 22+5reb+8ast, D.Benjamin 17+2reb, T.Donte 15+4reb+1ast, J.Charles 13+8reb+1ast, K.Lee 8+12reb+1ast, L.Percival 5+9reb Potters S.: M.Charles 21+5reb+5ast, D.Cohen 14+8reb+5ast, A.Quallis 14+3reb+1ast, J.Lloyd 14+7reb+5ast, K.Simon 9+8reb, H.Wright 6 |
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| Jonatan Torresi (ex Obera) is a newcomer at BI Alvarado - by Eurobasket News | |
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Baloncesto Importadora Alvarado (Liga Basquet Pro) strengthened their roster with addition of 29-year old Argentinian swingman Jonatan Torresi (190cm-1994). Torresi moved there from Obera Tennis Club in Argentinian La Liga. In 41 games he recorded 11.2ppg, 3.2rpg and 1.3apg last season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Torresi has played also professionally for other Argentinian teams like Ferro, Ameghino and Dep Norte. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Argentina Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
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| ABL Round 3 of Finals. Sabah take 2-1 advantage - by Eurobasket News |
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Sabah - Gence 93-90 Sabah looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sabah made 7 blocks. It was a good game for American-Nigerian forward Udun Osakue (198-1992, college: SF State, agency: Interperformances) who led his team to a victory with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. American swingman Kaelin Crane (198-1998, college: ASU) contributed with 19 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard Collin Turner (185-1995, college: Angelo St.) answered with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and the other American import guard Jared Small (201-1997, college: CMU) added 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Gence. Five Sabah and four Gence players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Sabah: K.Crane 19+5reb+2ast, C.Rohlehr 16+3reb+1ast, K.Mammadov 15+3reb+5ast, M.Edwards 15+4reb+3ast, U.Osakue 14+8reb+6ast, A.Patty 11+5reb+1ast Gence: J.Madrid-Andrews 24+5reb, C.Turner 22+5reb+9ast, J.Small 17+8reb+5ast, J.Akbarov 13+3reb+1ast, A.Mammadov 9+7reb, J.Gaddy 5+2reb |
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| Manama and Ahli take aim at final - by Eurobasket News |
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Manama and Al Ahli will clash tonight in the final game of their best-of-three Zain Basketball League semi-final series at the Khalifa Sports City Arena. The series is currently tied at 1-1 after 20-time champions Al Ahli defeated Manama, 93-86, last Thursday before the defending champions - who won their 21st title last year; the most by any team - roared back into contention for a place in the final with a dominant, 95-85, win. Both sides have relied heavily on their overseas stars with Manama's American pros, Travin Thibodeaux (203-F-1996, college: New Orleans) and Sir'Dominic Pointer (198-G/F-1992, college: St.John's) and Al Ahli's US imports Dakari Johnson (213-C/F-1995, college: Kentucky) and Taylor Rochestie (186-PG-1985, college: WSU) top-scoring for their respective sides in both games. But both teams have also seen impressive performances by their local players. Ahmed Salman, Mohammed Ameer, Ahmed Aldurazi and Mustafa Husain have justified Manama captain Hasan Nowrooz's faith in them by backing up their overseas teammates well and scoring crucial points when needed. And Al Ahli captain Mohammed Qurban has lived up to his credentials as a power forward with his aggressive style of play while inspiring teammates Hesham Sarhan, Maitham Jameel, Subah Hussain and Ali Aqeel to take his lead and impose their own presence in each game. Tonight's match will test both teams as the deciding encounter of a three-game play-off comes with its own, unique pressure. Tempers have already flared on occasion in the earlier two games and, with a place in the final on the line, supporters of both teams - who packed the arena to capacity on both Thursday and Sunday - can expect to see more such emotional responses to high-intensity situations. But, on the whole, the quality of the basketball on display has been of the highest standard with the overseas pros being fulcrums for both teams around which the local players have built their own plays. Lying in wait for whoever triumphs tonight are three-time champions Muharraq who, themselves, overcame a bad start to their best-of-three semi-final series by losing the first game to Al Ettihad before winning the next two to enter the final - which will also be a best-of-three series. Manama and Al Ahli, though, will not be thinking about the kind of challenge Muharraq will present right now. All that will be in the minds of players from both teams will be what strategy to devise to defeat their opponents and how best to execute their plans. And then, once the game starts at 7pm, the team that manages to hold their nerve will have the advantage. Courtesy of: gdnonline.com |
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| Warwick Academy win Middle School Boys Championship - by Eurobasket News |
| Warwick Academy pulled away from Saltus Grammar School to win 17-13 in the Middle School Boys Championship. Warwick was led by MVP Zachary Moniz with six points and Jordon Marsh with 4. Saezjhour Dent and Romari Ruddock each scored 5 points for Saltus with William Weston named MVP. Mount Saint Agnes Academy defeated Saltus Grammar School 30-20 in the Senior School Junior Varsity Final. MVP Rylan Cundliffe led Mount Saint Agnes with 13 points while Jacob Hines chipped in 8 points. Saltus was led by MVP Tristen Currelly who scored 12, Phoenix Bowers added 5 points for the Knights. Warwick Academy needed a late surge to finally get past CedarBridge Academy in the Senior Varsity Girls Final. Adriana Argent led Warwick with 15 points and was named MVP for Warwick. Samara Darrell added 8 points for the champions. MVP Samiyah Burgess led the runners up with 10 points. CederBridge Academy defeated Mount Saint Agnes in the Varsity Boys Final 46-37. CedarBridge led throughout the game but MSA fought to get within 4 points late in the game before some clutch shooting by game MVP Kallan Todd sealed the game for CedarBridge. Todd scored 7 points in the final few minutes to bring his game total to 15 points and seal the game. Szaine Williams added 12 for the winners with Odari Hudson scoring 8. Mount Saint Agnes MVP was Jacinto Saints who scored 16 points. Rylan Cundliffe scored 6 for the runners up. Courtesy of: islandstats.com |
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| Igokea capture Division I title - by Eurobasket News |
FINALIgokea - Borac BL 89-83Igokea are 22/23 Division I champions. They rallied past Borac BL to complete the sweep of the championship series. Borac BL was plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for American guard Bryant Crawford (191-1997, college: Wake Forest) who led his team to a victory with 34 points (!!!). Serbian power forward Stefan Djordjevic (206-1998) contributed with 15 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Slovenian guard Jan Rebec (192-1993, agency: PEPI SPORT) answered with 24 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and Serbian forward Aleksandar Langovic (205-2001) added 23 points in the effort for Borac BL. Four Borac BL players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Igokea: B.Crawford 34+3reb+3ast, S.Djordjevic 15+9reb+2ast, N.Nerandzic 14+9reb+1ast, M.Josilo 7+5reb+2ast, D.Talic 6+3ast, N.Maric 6+3reb+1ast Borac BL: J.Rebec 24+2reb+5ast, A.Langovic 23+4reb, S.Gavric 11+7reb+2ast, D.Amsal 10+7reb+1ast, S.Teodor 7+2reb, J.Martin 4+3reb+2ast 3-4 PlaceBuducnost BN - Siroki 68-69The best player for the winners was Croatian power forward Filip Kraljevic (213-1989) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Croatian Ive Ivanov (200-1985, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Luka Jovanovic (194-1996) who recorded 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Serbian power forward Milivoje Bozovic (210-1985) added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Four Buducnost BN players scored in double figures. Buducnost BN's coach Josip Pandza tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Siroki: F.Kraljevic 18+11reb+1ast, I.Ivanov 15+8reb+2ast, M.Brzoja 14+6reb+3ast, D.Knight 8+6reb+6ast, D.Brala 6+5reb+1ast, V.Dominik 4+1reb Buducnost BN: M.Bozovic 15+7reb+1ast, V.Ilic 13+7reb+2ast, L.Jovanovic 12+8reb+4ast, B.Djekic 12+1reb+1ast, A.Zahiragic 8+2reb+5ast, N.Sikiras 5+1reb |
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| BlackJacks Stun Honey Badgers with a 95-93 Comeback Win in 2023 CEBL Season Opener - by Eurobasket News |
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Kadre Gray (6'1''-G-1997, college: Laurentian)'s game-winning three capped of a 27-point, five rebound, and nine assist performance that led the Ottawa BlackJacks (1-0) to a 95-93 comeback against the Brampton Honey Badgers (0-1) in CEBL action on Wednesday night. The BlackJacks were down by eight points heading into Target Score Time (86-78) but Gray's poise down the stretch proved pivotal as he put up seven points and three assists in Target Score time. 'Coaches instilled confidence in me to be aggressive,' said Gray as he addressed media post-game. 'I started the game out as a facilitatorthey [coaches] get on me about that but honestly we just had faith the whole time that we'd win the game.' Other strong performances for Ottawa included forward Zena Edosomwan (6'9''-C/F-1993, college: Harvard) who put up a double-double with 16 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks. Guard Michael Flowers (6'1''-G-1999, college: WSU) also chipped in with 20 points, three rebounds, and three assists. Brampton got multiple contributions on the night, notably reigning finals MVP Christian Vital (6'2''-G-1997, college: UConn) who had 24 points, three rebounds, five assists, and five steals. Prince Oduro (6'8''-F-1998, college: Detroit, agency: Octagon Europe) who was also a bright spot for the team, putting up a double-double of his own, 17 points and 12 rebounds, while going 8-11 from the field. This game was all about runs and timely offense. In the first, Prince Oduro scored the first six points for Brampton making his presence felt inside the paint. Once he subbed out, Ottawa began driving at the basket and finding their rhythm. Notably, Flowers caught fire as he scored 12 straight points capping off a 7-2 run, to keep the BlackJacks within one, 27-26. Reigning Sixth Man of the Year Koby McEwen (6'4''-G-1997, college: Weber St.) followed that up by putting up 10 of his 19 points on the night in the second quarter. Vital then ended the frame with a four-point play after drilling a three and making a free-throw to give Brampton the 56-45 lead at half. Ottawa went down as many as 12 points in the third quarter but never stopped applying pressure. Guard Cole Syllas (6'5''-G) started the second half for the BlackJacks after Elijah Pemberton (6'5''-G-1997, college: Hofstra) left late in the second quarter due to a hard fall. The rookie out of Queen's University made the most of the opportunity as he scored six points in the quarter cutting Brampton's lead down to three at 71-68. A game like this is why the CEBL uses Target Score Eneding. Without the pressure of the game-clock winding down the BlackJacks methodically worked their way back. Rather than settling for threes looking for homerun plays with time being against them, Ottawa did the little things and scored out of high-percentage shots. Despite being outshot from the field and from distance, Ottawa was able to pull out the win. They out-rebounded Brampton 46-37 on the night, leading to 14 more second chance points. Their aggressiveness in the paint also helped them get 10 more free-throw attempts than the Honey Badgers. Despite the loss, Brampton's Vital seemed confident the team would have no issues bouncing back. 'We don't have any problems,' said Vital post-game. 'We're not worried about any teams in the leaguegood for them, they got their win.' Brampton will be back in action Friday night at home against the Scarborough Shooting Stars. Ottawa will take on the Montreal Alliance on Sunday May 28. Courtesy of: cebl.ca |
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| Dupree's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 20 points and 16 rebounds, while his team outclassed Motilones (#4, 1-8) with 29-point margin 92-63. It allowed Piratas to consolidate first place in the Colombian league. Piratas have a solid 9-2 record. In the team's last game Dupree had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Piratas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Jalen Dupree averages this season 14.1ppg and 6.7rpg. Second best performed player last round was John Merchant (187-G-1989) of Team Cali. He is American guard in his first season at Team Cali. In the last game Merchant recorded impressive 28 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course he led Team Cali to another comfortable win 92-76 over Sabios (#5, 0-9) being unquestionably team leader. Team Cali's 4th position in Group B has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-5 record. Merchant is one of the most experienced players at Team Cali and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.3ppg (#3). His other stats are also decent: 6.7rpg and 4.2apg. Third place about best performers goes to another Team Cali's star - forward Sebastian Ottonello (200-PF-1997). Ottonello scored 20 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Team Cali, helping his team with a 85-77 win against Sabios (#5, 0-9). The chances of Team Cali ranking at the top of Group B, however are very questionable as they have already lost 5 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Ottonello could help Team Cali to bring them higher in the standings. Ottonello has a very solid season. In 9 games in Colombia he scored 13.9ppg. He also has 6.3rpg and FGP: 58.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Soren De Luque (196-PF-1998) of Titanes - 20 points and 13 rebounds 5. Andre Souza) of Bucaros - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Beiker Anez) of Corsarios - 14 points and 13 rebounds 7. Franco Morales (179-G-1992) of Team Cali - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Desmond Holloway (194-SF-1990) of Piratas - 23 points and 9 rebounds 9. Josimar Ayarza (205-PF-1987) of Titanes - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Jose Defelippo (186-SG-1997) of Titanes - 15 points 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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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Piratas (8-2) in Bogota on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Bucaros (7-4) 63-62. It was a good game for Andre Souza who saved his team from a defeat with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Argentinian guard Alejo Montes (191-1991) contributed with 11 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Jalen Dupree (205-1998, college: Tennessee St.) answered with 21 points and 7 rebounds for Piratas. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bucaros maintains third place with 7-4 record behind leader Carrib.Storm. Piratas at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Titanes. Bucaros are looking forward to face league's second-placed Titanes in Barranquilla in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Piratas will play at home against Motilones and are hoping to win this game. An interesting game for Storm (8-1) which played road game in Quibdo-Choco against 3rd placed Cimarrones (5-5). First ranked Storm had an easy win 78-62. The former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) stepped up and scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Dominique Morrison chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American guard Bruce Massey (190-1990, college: MTSU, agency: BIG) with 12 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Storm have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 8-1 record. Cimarrones at the other side keep the third position with five games lost. Storm will play against league's second-placed Cafeteros in Armenia in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Cimarrones will play on the road against Team Cali and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Storm (8-1) which played road game in Quibdo-Choco against 3rd placed Cimarrones (5-5). First ranked Storm had an easy win 75-52. Jabs Newby nailed 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Mike Poole came up with 17 points for Cimarrones in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Storm. They maintain first place with 8-1 record. Loser Cimarrones keep the third position with five games lost. Storm will meet league's second-placed Cafeteros in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Cimarrones will play against Team Cali and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no big surprises in other games of round 9: Titanes smashed Corsarios on the road 74-50. Winless Sabios lost to Team Cali on its own court 76-92. Team Cali managed to outperform Sabios in a road game 85-77. Piratas rolled over Motilones at home 92-63. Titanes defeated Bucaros on the opponent's court 80-76. The most impressive performance of 9th round was 20 points and 13 rebounds by Soren De Luque of Titanes.
Piratas - Bucaros 62-63 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Piratas (8-2) in Bogota on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Bucaros (7-4) 63-62. It was a good game for Andre Souza who saved his team from a defeat with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Argentinian guard Alejo Montes (191-1991) contributed with 11 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Jalen Dupree (205-1998, college: Tennessee St.) answered with 21 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import Desmond Holloway (194-1990, college: Coastal, agency: Interperformances) added 14 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Piratas. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Bucaros maintains third place with 7-4 record behind leader Carrib.Storm. Piratas at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Titanes. Bucaros are looking forward to face league's second-placed Titanes in Barranquilla in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Piratas will play at home against Motilones and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Piratas: J.Dupree 21+7reb+1ast, J.Smith 15+2reb+2ast, D.Holloway 14+5reb+3ast, V.Sebastian 5+6reb+1ast, P.Rodrigo 5+2reb, A.Yorbis 2+6reb Bucaros: S.Andre 21+7reb+3ast, S.Ortiz 12+6reb, A.Montes 11+7reb+2ast, O.Munoz 8+4reb+2ast, G.Sinconi 8+8reb, S.Mojica 2+4reb+2ast Corsarios - Titanes 50-74 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Titanes (8-2) crushed bottom-ranked Corsarios (0-9) in Cartagena 74-50 on Sunday. Titanes forced 20 Corsarios turnovers. Panamanian Josimar Ayarza (205-1987, college: Southern Miss) nailed 13 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Argentinian Jose Defelippo (186-1997) accounted for 15 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Carlos Morales (192) came up with 19 points and 7 rebounds and Beiker Anez added 14 points and 13 rebounds respectively for Corsarios in the defeat. Corsarios' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the third consecutive win for Titanes. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Piratas. Corsarios lost their ninth game in a row. They still close the standings with nine games lost. They share the position with Sabios. Titanes will meet Bucaros (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Corsarios will have a break next round. Top scorers: Corsarios: M.Carlos 19+7reb+3ast, A.Beiker 14+13reb, Y.Mosquera-Perea 12+3reb+2ast, P.Keiner 3+3reb+2ast, T.Yeison 2+6reb, G.Ruston 0+1reb Titanes: J.Defelippo 15+1reb+3ast, J.Ayarza 13+7reb+1ast, J.Lozano 9+1reb+2ast, A.Carmona 8+4reb+3ast, T.Alejandro 8+3reb+1ast, Q.Jerson 8+2reb+2ast Sabios - Team Cali 76-92 The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked Sabios' (0-9) home loss to fourth ranked Team Cali (4-5) in Manizales 76-92 on Monday. Team Cali made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Sabios turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American guard John Merchant (187-1989, college: Dowling) nailed 28 points, 5 assists and 5 steals for the winning side and point guard Jorge Salazar (178-1993) accounted for 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. American-Puerto Rican forward Jordan Glover (198-1996, college: TCNJ) came up with 18 points and Cristian Solis added 10 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Sabios in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Team Cali maintains fourth place with 4-5 record. Sabios lost their ninth game in a row. They still close the standings with nine games lost. They share the position with Corsarios. Team Cali will meet at home higher ranked Cimarrones (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sabios will have a break next round. Top scorers: Sabios: C.Harold 19+2ast, J.Glover 18+3reb+1ast, B.Augusto 11+3reb+1ast, S.Cristian 10+12reb, C.Londono 6+2reb+1ast, M.Jerson 4+1ast Team Cali: J.Merchant 28+4reb+5ast, P.Filippakos 15+4reb+1ast, S.Ottonello 13+4reb, S.Jorge 11+7reb+5ast, F.Morales 8+6reb+8ast, V.Duvan 5+3reb Cimarrones - Carrib.Storm 62-78 An interesting game for Storm (8-1) which played road game in Quibdo-Choco against 3rd placed Cimarrones (5-5). First ranked Storm had an easy win 78-62. Storm had a 31-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 15 long-distance shots on high 57.7 percentage. The former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) stepped up and scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and American Dominique Morrison (198-1989, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Four Storm players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Bruce Massey (190-1990, college: MTSU, agency: BIG) with 12 points and Michael Parra (-1995) scored 8 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Storm have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 8-1 record. Cimarrones at the other side keep the third position with five games lost. Storm will play against league's second-placed Cafeteros in Armenia in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Cimarrones will play on the road against Team Cali and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Cimarrones: B.Massey 12+3reb+3ast, D.Michael 10+4reb, N.Evans 8+5reb+1ast, M.Parra 8+6reb+3ast, E.Gianfranco 8+5reb+3ast, A.Minota 6+4reb+3ast Carrib.Storm: R.Roque 20+6reb+5ast, D.Morrison 16+6reb+1ast, J.Newby 13+3reb+1ast, M.Solanas 12+5reb+1ast, A.Ibarguen 9+10reb+3ast, K.Walters 8+3reb+1ast Sabios - Team Cali 77-85 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Team Cali's (4-5) road victory over bottom-ranked Sabios (0-9) in Manizales 85-77 on Tuesday. Uruguayan Sebastian Ottonello (200-1997) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side and Chilean guard Franco Morales (179-1992) accounted for 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Team Cali players scored in double figures. American-Puerto Rican forward Jordan Glover (198-1996, college: TCNJ) came up with 31 points and American guard Mitchell Kirsch (193-1998, college: Babson) added 16 points respectively for Sabios in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Team Cali maintains fourth place with 4-5 record. Sabios lost their ninth game in a row. They still close the standings with nine games lost. They share the position with Corsarios. Team Cali will meet at home higher ranked Cimarrones (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sabios will have a break next round. Top scorers: Sabios: J.Glover 31+4reb+1ast, M.Kirsch 16+4reb+3ast, B.Augusto 11+6reb+1ast, C.Londono 5+10reb+3ast, M.Jerson 4+2ast, M.Wilton 4+2reb Team Cali: S.Ottonello 20+11reb+2ast, F.Morales 19+5reb+6ast, J.Merchant 17+6reb+3ast, P.Filippakos 11+4reb+1ast, S.Jorge 10+3reb, P.Martin 5+1reb Cimarrones - Carrib.Storm 52-75 An interesting game for Storm (8-1) which played road game in Quibdo-Choco against 3rd placed Cimarrones (5-5). First ranked Storm had an easy win 75-52. Storm outrebounded Cimarrones 40-26 including a 34-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Jamaican-Canadian guard Jabs Newby (188-1991, college: Gannon) nailed 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and the former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) accounted for 14 points and 5 rebounds. Four Storm players scored in double figures. American forward Mike Poole (196-1992, college: Iona) came up with 17 points and Gianfranco Espinosa added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Cimarrones in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Storm. They maintain first place with 8-1 record. Loser Cimarrones keep the third position with five games lost. Storm will meet league's second-placed Cafeteros in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Cimarrones will play against Team Cali and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Cimarrones: M.Poole 17+3reb+1ast, A.Minota 9+4reb+3ast, E.Gianfranco 9+8reb+2ast, M.Parra 8+4reb, H.C 4+4reb+1ast, P.Brahayan 3 Carrib.Storm: M.Solanas 15+4reb+1ast, R.Roque 14+5reb+1ast, A.Ibarguen 11+8reb, J.Newby 10+6reb+4ast, M.Reid 7+1reb, W.Emmil 6+2reb Piratas - Motilones 92-63 Not a big story in a game when 4th placed Motilones (1-7) were outscored by first ranked Piratas (8-2) in Bogota 92-63 on Wednesday. Piratas dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Motilones' 24 and made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Motilones 48-31 including 35 on the defensive glass. American power forward Jalen Dupree (205-1998, college: Tennessee St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds for the winning side and his fellow American import Desmond Holloway (194-1990, college: Coastal, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 23 points and 9 rebounds. Four Piratas players scored in double figures. Argentinian point guard Joaquin Valinotti (185-1998) came up with 9 points and 12 rebounds and Argentinian-Italian guard Mateo Diaz (186-2002) added 17 points (went 12 for 12 at the free throw line !!!) respectively for Motilones in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Piratas maintains first place with 8-2 record, which they share with Titanes. Motilones lost their third game in a row. They keep the fourth position with seven games lost. Piratas will again meet at home Motilones (#4) in the next round. Motilones will have a break next round. Top scorers: Motilones: D.Mateo 17+3reb, C.Rodriguez 15+1reb, R.Brown 10+7reb+1ast, J.Valinotti 9+12reb+1ast, M.Juan 4+2reb, A.Bejarano 3+2reb Piratas: D.Holloway 23+9reb+1ast, J.Dupree 20+16reb+2ast, A.Yorbis 13+2reb, V.Sebastian 10+1reb+2ast, J.Smith 9+3reb, X.Carreras 6+5reb Bucaros - Titanes 76-80 The game between closely ranked teams ended with second ranked Titanes' (8-2) road victory over 3rd placed Bucaros (7-4) in Bucaramanga 80-76 on Wednesday. Titanes made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Panamanian Josimar Ayarza (205-1987, college: Southern Miss) nailed 24 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side and the former international Soren De Luque (196-1998) accounted for 20 points and 13 rebounds. Andre Souza came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and Argentinian guard Alejo Montes (191-1991) added 20 points respectively for Bucaros in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Titanes. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Piratas. Loser Bucaros keep the third place with four games lost. Titanes will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bucaros will play again against the league's second-placed Titanes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bucaros: A.Montes 20+4reb+3ast, S.Andre 18+11reb+2ast, O.Munoz 12+4reb+6ast, S.Ortiz 9+4reb+3ast, J.Zapata 8+2reb, M.Bermudez 4+3reb Titanes: J.Ayarza 24+9reb+2ast, D.Luque Soren 20+13reb+1ast, A.Carmona 14+3reb, J.Lozano 8+2reb+2ast, J.Defelippo 8+7reb+7ast, T.Alejandro 2+1reb |
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Cedevita Jr. - Split 67-90 Split outrebounded Cedevita Jr. 45-27 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. American Shannon Shorter (193-1989, college: N.Texas) notched 18 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international guard Dominik Mavra (195-1994) supported him with 16 points. Even 19 points by guard Vito Kucic (190-2002) did not help to save the game for Cedevita Jr.. Forward Renato Serdarusic (196-2001) added 10 points and 5 rebounds for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Cedevita Jr.: K.Vito 19+2reb+2ast, R.Serdarusic 10+5reb, S.Rasic 8+2reb+2ast, D.Topolovic 8+4reb, J.Mustapic 6+1reb+1ast, K.Simon 5+5reb+1ast Split: S.Shorter 18+7reb+1ast, D.Mavra 16+2reb+2ast, L.Runjic 13+2reb, M.Kalajzic 8+5reb+4ast, R.Ukic 7+4reb+6ast, T.Vuko 7+6reb Cibona - Zadar 70-85 Zadar dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Cibona's 24. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The former international Luka Bozic (200-1996) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists to lead the charge for the winners and international forward Dario Dreznjak (204-1998) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five Zadar players scored in double figures. Zadar's coach Daniel Jusup used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lovro Mazalin (204-1997) responded with 20 points and the former international center Kresimir Ljubicic (210-1998, agency: AltusBasket) scored 8 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Top scorers: Cibona: L.Mazalin 20+4reb+3ast, K.Radovcic 13+4reb+3ast, I.Majcunic 13+1reb+3ast, K.Ljubicic 8+9reb+4ast, S.Smajlagic 6+4reb+1ast, B.Kapusta 5+2reb+2ast Zadar: J.Davis 17+6reb+2ast, L.Bozic 15+8reb+12ast, D.Dreznjak 14+9reb+3ast, M.Ramljak 14+6reb+2ast, A.Lakic 12+2reb+1ast, K.Zganec 5+3reb+1ast |
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Capitalinos de la Habana - Santiago de Cuba 77:69 Capitalinos de la Habana conquered 2023 title as they overcame Santiago de Cuba 3-0 in the Final series. Capitalinos de la Habana closed the series with a 77-69 win. Santiago de Cuba opened the game with a 22-16 run, whilst Capitalinos de la Habana dominated the rest of the quarters. They won the second frame 22-18 and added 23-14 and 16-15 respectively in the third and the last stanzas. Hector Martinto (197-F-1994) stepped up with 18 points for the winners. |
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Hernandez-Zinenko is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Mexico (Lenadores), Belarus (Borisfen, Grodno and BGU Minsk), Cuba (Capitalinos and Capitalinos) and Ecuador (Universidad Tecnologica Equinoc. Quito, Quevedo and Iccan). His team won Ecuadorian National League Regular Season in 2016 and 2018. Among many awards he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Ecuadorian National League Honorable Mention back in 2018. |
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He had a double-double of 28 points and 26 rebounds, while his team edged out Metros (#7, 1-6) 84-81. Indios is placed at 4th position in Dominican Rep. league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Indios will need more victories to improve their 4-3 record. In the team's last game Ferreiras had a remarkable 63.2% from 2-point range. He turned to be Indios' top player in his first season with the team. Ferreiras has impressive league stats. He leads league in rebounds with 11.7rpg. Ferreiras is in league's top in and averages solid 61.9% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Anyeuri Castillo (201-F-1997) of Soles. He is Dominican Rep.-American forward in his first season at Soles. In the last game Castillo recorded impressive double-double of 34 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Soles lost that game 91-103 to Reales (6-0). The season is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Castillo is one of the most experienced players at Soles and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Michael Qualls (197-G-1994) of Metros (#7). Qualls got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. Despite Qualls' great performance Metros lost 107-124 to Titanes (#6, 3-4). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Metros can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 1-6 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Qualls has a very solid season. In 3 games in Dominican Republic he scored 18.7ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Derek St.Hilaire (183-PG-1998) of Titanes - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Jeff Allen (201-C/F-1987) of Caneros - 27 points and 7 rebounds 6. Jassel Perez (195-G/F-2001) of Titanes - 29 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Emmitt Williams (198-F-1998) of Metros - 17 points and 13 rebounds 8. Tyree Crump (185-G-1997) of Caneros - 25 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Jaison Valdez (188-PG-1995) of Leones - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists 10. Miguel Simon (203-F) of Reales - 24 points and 3 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 3 in the LNB took place in San Francisco. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of Metros (1-6) to Indios (4-3) 84-81 on Saturday evening. Indios forced 25 Metros turnovers. It was a good game for Luismal Ferreiras (197-2003) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 26 rebounds. American Curtis Hollis (198-1998, college: Hutchinson) contributed with 16 points for the winners. American forward Emmitt Williams (198-1998, college: LSU) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds for Metros. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Indios are looking forward to face Leones (#3) in Santo Domingo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Metros will play on the road against Titanes (#6) in San Cristobal and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a road loss of Caneros (6-2) against Titanes (3-4) on Saturday night. Visiting Caneros were defeated by Titanes in San Cristobal 106-90. It was a great evening for American point guard Derek StHilaire (183-1998, college: New Orleans) who led his team to a victory scoring 30 points and 5 assists. Jassel Perez helped adding 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Titanes' coach Yoel Felix used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American power forward Jeff Allen (201-1987, college: Virginia Tech) with 27 points and 7 rebounds. Titanes will play against Soles (#5) in Santo Domingo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Caneros will play on the road against Soles in Santo Domingo and hope to get back on the winning track. An interesting game for Reales (6-0) which hosted in La Vega Soles (4-4). Reales managed to get a 12-point victory 103-91. It was an exceptional evening for Raphiael Putney who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Anyeuri Castillo came up with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) for Soles in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Reales will meet Leones (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Soles will play against Titanes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no big surprises in other games of round 3: Leones beat Marineros on the road 100-82. Metros lost to Titanes on its own court 107-124. Soles unfortunately lost to Caneros in La Romana 75-82. The most impressive performance of 3rd round was 25 points and 7 assists by Tyree Crump of Caneros.
Marineros - Leones 82-100 No shocking result in a game when Leones (4-2) beat Marineros (0-7) in Puerto Plata 100-82 on Sunday. Leones looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Jaison Valdez (188-1995) who led the winners and scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Diego Colon (192-2001) accounted for 19 points for the winning side. Naturalized American point guard Manny Quezada (188-1985, college: USF) came up with 18 points and 6 assists and swingman Luis Feliz (190-2002) added 14 points and 5 assists respectively for Marineros in the defeat. Five Leones and four Marineros players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Leones will meet Indios (#4) in the next round. Marineros will play against Indios (#4) in San Francisco and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Leones: C.Diego 19+4reb+2ast, D.Moquete 19+1ast, J.Valdez 17+6reb+9ast, L.Cabrera 15+4reb, N.Faust 15+2reb+6ast, Q.Jean 6+7reb+1ast Marineros: M.Quezada 18+1reb+6ast, F.Luis 14+5ast, W.Hinton 12+4reb+2ast, E.Santana 10+3reb+1ast, S.Thompson 9+3reb, L.Jacobo 8+3reb+2ast Indios - Metros 84-81 The most exciting game of round 3 in the LNB took place in San Francisco. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of Metros (1-6) to Indios (4-3) 84-81 on Saturday evening. Indios forced 25 Metros turnovers. It was a good game for Luismal Ferreiras (197-2003) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 26 rebounds. American Curtis Hollis (198-1998, college: Hutchinson) contributed with 16 points for the winners. American forward Emmitt Williams (198-1998, college: LSU) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) added 15 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Metros. Four Metros players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Indios are looking forward to face Leones (#3) in Santo Domingo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Metros will play on the road against Titanes (#6) in San Cristobal and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Indios: F.Luismal 28+26reb+1ast, C.Hollis 16+3reb+1ast, K.Whitney 11+5reb+1ast, T.Edgar 7+3reb+2ast, Y.Rodriguez 7+1reb+2ast, C.Pepin 6+2reb Metros: T.Duval 19+3reb+4ast, E.Williams 17+13reb+1ast, M.Qualls 15+9reb+2ast, J.Matos 11+3reb+2ast, J.Iciano 9+3reb+1ast, R.Tineo 3 Titanes - Caneros 106-90 Very important is a road loss of Caneros (6-2) against Titanes (3-4) on Saturday night. Visiting Caneros were defeated by Titanes in San Cristobal 106-90. Titanes players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was a great evening for American point guard Derek StHilaire (183-1998, college: New Orleans) who led his team to a victory scoring 30 points and 5 assists. Swingman Jassel Perez (195-2001) helped adding 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Titanes' coach Yoel Felix used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American power forward Jeff Allen (201-1987, college: Virginia Tech) with 27 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import guard Tyree Crump (185-1997, college: Georgia, agency: Interperformances) scored 14 points and 6 assists. Four Titanes and five Caneros players scored in double figures. Titanes will play against Soles (#5) in Santo Domingo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Caneros will play on the road against Soles in Santo Domingo and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Titanes: D.St.Hilaire 30+4reb+5ast, K.Jordan 19+5reb, P.Jassel 19+9reb+4ast, J.Johnson-Coston 16+2reb+3ast, M.Rhett 9+7reb+1ast, R.Bautista 7+5reb+6ast Caneros: J.Allen 27+7reb+1ast, T.Crump 14+2reb+6ast, B.Martinez 14+2reb+2ast, C.Hudson 11+7reb+3ast, O.Sanchez 10+8reb+2ast, R.Bryan 6+2reb+9ast Reales - Soles 103-91 An interesting game for Reales (6-0) which hosted in La Vega Soles (4-4). Reales managed to get a 12-point victory 103-91. Reales looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Raphiael Putney (207-1990, college: UMass) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Miguel Simon (203, college: ASA CC) accounted for 24 points for the winning side. Five Reales players scored in double figures. Forward Anyeuri Castillo (201-1997, college: USC Aiken) came up with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and naturalized American Gerardo Suero (196-1989, college: Albany) added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Soles in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Reales will meet Leones (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Soles will play against Titanes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Reales: M.Simon 24+3reb+1ast, G.Solano 15+2reb+6ast, D.Hamilton 13+9reb+5ast, V.Martinez 13+4ast, R.Putney 12+12reb+5ast, J.Goldwire 12+4reb+8ast Soles: A.Castillo 34+12reb+2ast, G.Suero 16+6reb+6ast, J.Liriano 10+1reb, M.Guzman 9+4reb, F.Pichardo 7+6reb, J.Familia 5+4reb Metros - Titanes 107-124 The game between closely ranked teams ended with Metros' (1-6) home loss to Titanes (3-4) in Santiago 107-124 on Tuesday. Titanes shot 60.3 percent from the field and made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Titanes especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for swingman Jassel Perez (195-2001) who led the winners and scored 29 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. American point guard Derek StHilaire (183-1998, college: New Orleans) accounted for 24 points and 4 assists for the winning side. American guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) came up with 30 points and the other American import forward Emmitt Williams (198-1998, college: LSU) added 14 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Metros in the defeat. Five Titanes and four Metros players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Titanes will meet Soles (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Metros will play again against Titanes in San Cristobal and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Titanes: P.Jassel 29+7reb+5ast, D.St.Hilaire 24+2reb+4ast, K.Jordan 17+8reb+1ast, J.Johnson-Coston 17+5reb+2ast, M.Rhett 15+9reb+2ast, R.Bautista 12+1reb+3ast Metros: M.Qualls 30+2reb+3ast, J.Iciano 21+4reb+5ast, E.Williams 14+13reb+5ast, M.Brahiam 13+7reb, O.Garcia 11+1reb+1ast, J.Matos 8+3reb+6ast Caneros - Soles 82-75 Rather predictable result when Caneros (6-2) won against Soles (4-4) in La Romana 82-75 on Tuesday. Caneros looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Soles' players. It was an exceptional evening for American power forward Jeff Allen (201-1987, college: Virginia Tech) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Tyree Crump (185-1997, college: Georgia, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 25 points and 7 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winning side. Forward Anyeuri Castillo (201-1997, college: USC Aiken) came up with 18 points and American guard Isaiah Williams (188-1995, college: Georgia St., agency: BIG) added 13 points respectively for Soles in the defeat. Four Soles players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Caneros will again meet Soles (#5) in the next round. Soles will play against Titanes and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Caneros: T.Crump 25+2reb+7ast, J.Allen 22+12reb+3ast, P.Bryant 8+6reb, M.Herasme 8+3reb+3ast, B.Martinez 8+5reb+1ast, O.Sanchez 7+7reb+3ast Soles: A.Castillo 18+2reb+2ast, I.Williams 13+4reb+2ast, J.Liriano 12+4reb+1ast, G.Suero 11+6reb+2ast, F.Pichardo 7+5reb+1ast, J.Familia 6+6reb |
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| Importadora lands Darol Hernandez-Zinenko - by Eurobasket News | |||
Hernandez-Zinenko is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Mexico (Lenadores), Belarus (Borisfen, Grodno and BGU Minsk), Cuba (Capitalinos and Capitalinos) and Ecuador (Universidad Tecnologica Equinoc. Quito, Quevedo and Iccan). His team won Ecuadorian National League Regular Season in 2016 and 2018. Among many awards he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Ecuadorian National League Honorable Mention back in 2018. |
| Jonatan Torresi (ex Obera) is a newcomer at BI Alvarado - by Eurobasket News | |
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Baloncesto Importadora Alvarado (Liga Basquet Pro) strengthened their roster with addition of 29-year old Argentinian swingman Jonatan Torresi (190cm-1994). Torresi moved there from Obera Tennis Club in Argentinian La Liga. In 41 games he recorded 11.2ppg, 3.2rpg and 1.3apg last season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Torresi has played also professionally for other Argentinian teams like Ferro, Ameghino and Dep Norte. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Argentina Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
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| Basketball's shoot for gold gets boost - by Eurobasket News |
| Basketball Fiji's quest to reign supreme at the upcoming Pacific Games has received a major injection from the Chinese government. Chinese Ambassador to Fiji, Zhou Jian this week presented $20,000 to Basketball Fiji's president, Ioane Naivalurua. Basketball Fiji says this will allow them to prepare its national teams for the Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands in November. Fiji has long been a powerhouse in the sport in the region and eyes will be the side to provide stiff competition at the games. Naivalurua commended the Chinese Embassy for its continuous support in progressing and developing sports. He says as a minor sport, Basketball Fiji values the recognition and donations as such will provide the much-needed assistance to further develop the sport beyond its current boundaries. Jian says sports is not only a game, but also more than that, it's a way of life, it is a way of bringing people together and surpassing what can be achieved. The Fiji men won bronze in the 2019 Pacific Games, beating Papua New Guinea 72-49. Our women were silver medalists after going down 74-53 to American Samoa in the final. Courtesy of: fbcnews.com.fj |
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| Nadolny re-signs at Rouen - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Nadolny graduated from Texas Tech University in 2022 and it is his second season as a professional player. |
| Yeguete comes back to Le Mans - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Yeguete was also a member of French international program for some years. He played for French Senior National Team back in 2014 and previously for U20 National Team in 2011. Yeguete represented France at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 7.1ppg, 7.0rpg, 1.4apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 48.0%, 3PT-3 (50.0%), FT: 30.0%. He has played previously for three other teams: Pau Lacq Orthez, Monaco and STB Le Havre. His team won SEC Regular Season in 2013 and 2014. Yeguete was voted to Eurobasket.com All-French ProA Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2020. He graduated from University of Florida in 2014 and it will be his tenth season as a professional player. On Yeguete: Athletic blue-collar forward with a nose for the ball defensively that can play inside as well as on the perimeter. |
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| Superleague Round 4 of Finals. Rustavi draw things even - by Eurobasket News |
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TSU - Rustavi 77-106 The game without a history. Rustavi led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Rustavi outrebounded TSU 46-33 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Tray Croft (185-1997, college: UW-Parkside) who helped to win the game recording 45 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international point guard Luka Bulashvili (192-1998) who added 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Rustavi players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Djimon Henson (193-1998, college: Morehead St.) responded with 30 points and the former international power forward Beka Bekauri (209-1991, agency: BIG) scored 13 points, 9 rebounds and 5 blocks. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: TSU: D.Henson 30+2reb+2ast, B.Bekauri 13+9reb+1ast, M.Drumwright 9+5reb+1ast, M.Berishvili 8+2reb+3ast, G.Tsintsadze 6+3reb+5ast, N.Gogodze 5+5reb+1ast Rustavi: T.Croft 45+8reb+6ast, L.Bulashvili 21+8reb+5ast, A.Diggs 12+8reb+1ast, N.Anzori 11+6reb+2ast, R.Rogava 10+7reb+4ast, L.Davit 3 |
| Superleague Round 3 of Finals. TSU surge ahead in title series - by Eurobasket News |
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TSU - Rustavi 85-80 Rustavi trailed by 18 points after 3 quarters before a 30-17 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 80-85 at the end of the game. TSU made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Djimon Henson (193-1998, college: Morehead St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. His fellow American import point guard Malcolm Drumwright (188-1995, college: JSU) helped adding 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. TSU's coach Leqso Lapanashvili used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Revaz Rogava (191-1993) with 20 points and 5 assists and forward Anzori Nadiradze (202-2001, agency: BIG) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: TSU: B.Bekauri 16+7reb, D.Henson 16+5reb+5ast, M.Drumwright 14+6reb+5ast, M.Berishvili 12+6reb+2ast, N.Gogodze 9+2reb+2ast, G.Tsintsadze 9+6reb+7ast Rustavi: R.Rogava 20+2reb+5ast, N.Anzori 14+10reb+2ast, L.Babilodze 14+3reb+2ast, T.Croft 12+7reb+4ast, A.Diggs 8+8reb+1ast, L.Bulashvili 6+3reb+3ast |
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| 2022-2023 Eurobasket Regionalliga Awards South East South - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Compiled by Joe Asberry and Regionalliga coaches Player of the Year Brad Newman (188-G, college: Lindenwood) Jr (Ansbach) European Player of the Year Mario Petric (Vilsbiburg) Domestic Player of the Year Marco Frank (Schwabing) Import Player of the Year Brad Newman Jr (Ansbach) Coach of the Year Martin Ides (Ansbach) 1st Team Sg Brad Newman Jr (Ansbach) Pg Mario Petric (Vilsibiburg) Pf John Hall (Vilsbiburg) Sf Niklas Kropp (Oberhaching) Sg Scott Stone (Noerdlingen) 2nd Team C Lucca Worrlein (Treuchtlingen) Pg Juqwon Hogges (Rosenheim) Pf Josef Eichler (Noerdlingen) Pg Mirjan Broening (Haching) Pf Stefan Schmoll (Treuchtlingen) 3rd Team Sf David Kurpiela (Ansbach) Sg Claudio Huhn (Treuchtlingen) Sf Florian Beierlein (Treuchtlingen) Sg Daniel Gebray (Haching) Sg Alejandro Valero (Schwabing) Honorable Mention= Sg Paschal Schroppel (Noerdlingen) Pg Bene Schwarzenberger (Noerdlingen) |
| Hendrik Gruhn (Young Rasta Dragons) Knows That This Is The Year To Finally Win It All In The NBBL - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Hendrik Gruhn (188-SG-1994) is the youth head coach of the NBBL (U-19) youth team of the Young Rasta Dragons and Pro B head coach. He found experience coaching the Young Rasta Dragons U-12 and U14 teams. Last season by chance became head coach of the Vechta Regionalliga team and helped them win the title and move to the Pro B. This season he led Vechta to the Pro B final against the EPG Baskets Koblenz that will be played after the NBBL top 4 weekend. He led the Young Rasta Dragons to a second consecutive NBBL top 4 and spoke to eurobasket before the top 4. Thanks Hendrik for talking to eurobasket.com. Your Young Rasta Dragons are back in the NBBL top 4. How excited are you to be back in Frankfurt to compete for a title? I'm really excited to be back again. Our goal this season was to get back, but we really want to annoy Alba Berlin this time. We want to win one game more than last season. We need to win 2 games. The Young Rasta Dragons still have some unfinished business left in Frankfurt. You have so many players back from last season. How big is the hunger and revenge to finally win it all now? The hunger and revenge is big. I would be lying if I said the motivation wasn't big. The birth years 2004 and 2005 guys want to beat them so bad. Some of the guys already beat some of the Alba players in the Pro B playoffs against Lok Bernau. We were close once before in 2018. We know that Alba Berlin won't give us any presents. It will be a real fight. How do you rate the current regular season? The team was 12-2. How do you rate the development of the team going into the Top 4? We are a different team now. We began the season losing our first game against Paderborn. We let it slip away. I'm really proud how the team reacted after the loss to Paderborn. That loss was a real reality check. After that they always went into the games with a different mindset. The guys understood that they had to take the games serious. I'm happy with the development. We are close to playing our best basketball. We will give our all on that weekend. When I look at this roster, I see it stronger than last season. You kept so many guys, got some new potential additions and guys from last season have more experience. Is this the season to win it all? I think so. We don't have a better chance to win it all than now. The guys are even more motivated. Our roster is really good enough to win it all this time. How challenging is it as a head coach to come back after losing the final and trying to guide this team to the title? I don't really see it as so big of a challenge. We all knew in the bus last season after we lost to Alba Berlin that we would come back. We knew it would be a big challenge, but everyone have held together and the motivation is so big. Does the club have a healthy mix of hunger and self confidence that you feel positive about? Yes it does. There were some phases this season where the guys were cocky and arrogant. But we were able to get them to shift down some gears. But the guys are ready now. There is no arrogance now, but healthy self-confidence. The club makes 90 points per game and gives up 67 points. What is the team's biggest strength this season? Our biggest strength is our tempo and athleticism. That is how we want to play and there is no change from last season. We play aggressive defense and want to try to score as much as possible on transition. We want to play less set play. We have many different ways to defend because we have so much versatility. With the additions of Kaya Bayram and Sydnee Bijlisma, the team has received 2 talented guys. Could they be the difference between a title and not? I think so. Last season we had no real point guard. That was missing and broke our neck against Alba Berlin. Kaya Bayram does a good job as point guard and Sydnee Bijlisma does a good job creating 1-1 and is a good defender. On a good day these 2 guys will help us beat any team. You split with Alba Berlin winning 77-75 and losing 86-63. How do you rate this team? I don't see them as strong as last season. It is hard to compare. I think they are as strong as last season. The older guys made good steps. They have new players, a different dynamic. They are the best program in Germany and the team to beat. How important is it having Urspring back in the final 4? They were one of Germany's best addresses for youth development more than a decade ago. It is cool that Urspring is back on the big stage. Last year they were in the B group and now in the top 4. They have done good work and make German basketball more attractive again. I'm happy for them. This is a big success for them. Let's see what they can make of it. Johann Gruenloh (210-C-2005) has made big strides from last season. How have you seen his development and how is he better than last season? He has 1 year more experience. Last season he played in the Regionalliga and this season played 30 minutes pro game in the Pro B. That is a big difference. His body is stronger and he has made steps with his offensive skill set and has a better IQ. He made the right steps. Guys like Jegor Cymbal and Darren Aidenojie made big strides, but how have you seen the development of Karl Buehner? Karl has been great. He is at a totally different level from last season. He hardly played in the Regionalliga last year and this season started in the Pro B playing 20-30 minutes. He needs to develop further on offense, but overall we are happy with his development. He is our X factor and gives us a push from bench. He is a big weapon to have from the bench. How have you grown as a coach being able to continue to work with these players as well as coaching the Pro B team? I think I have gotten better. I think that I was able to improve my in game coaching and coaching against so many different coaches in different competitions. I'm not tired, but very motivated. I'm thankful for the trust and opportunity that the organization has given me in allowing me be an influence on the players. How proud are you of your ex player Justin Onyejiaka? He had injury woes, but played well in the Pro B. How did you see his game this season? I didn't see too much of him because he played in the Pro B south. I'm proud that he averaged 25-30 minutes in the Pro B and saw BBL action. I hope he can stay injury free. If he can stay injury free, then he can go a far way. How would this title seem to you in June? Vechta win the Pro A, Pro B NBBL and JBBL titles? That would be a big success. I have been in Vechta since 2012. I know how much work is invested by everyone in the organization. If we win a title great. Our main goal is to try to move up to BBL and Pro A. Then we want to annoy Alba Berlin. We will invest as much as we can in the next weeks. Thanks Hendrik for the chat. |
| ProA Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Tuebingen are the first finalists - by Eurobasket News |
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Tuebingen - Karlsruhe PS 86-80 Tigers made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Lions helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for naturalized Croatian Mateo Seric (204-1999) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Danish Bakary Dibba (202-2001, agency: Blacktop Management) contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Tigers' coach Daniel Jansson used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American point guard Lovell Cabbil (188-1997, college: Liberty) answered with 22 points and the other American import point guard Ben Shungu (188-1997, college: Vermont) added 18 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Lions. Top scorers: Tuebingen: M.Seric 23+10reb+4ast, Z.Seljaas 12+2reb+2ast, E.Ersek 11+3reb, B.Dibba 11+6reb, K.Helmanis 8+5reb+1ast, T.Lanmueller 7+1reb+3ast Karlsruhe PS: L.Cabbil 22+4reb+3ast, B.Shungu 18+7reb+2ast, L.Cugini 14+2reb, D.Von Waaden 12+6reb+1ast, I.Karacic 8+9reb+1ast, J.Albus 6+7reb+4ast Vechta - Giessen 88-66 Rasta Vechta made 21-of-26 charity shots (80.8 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for Joel-Sadu Aminu (192-1997) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Andrew Jones (191-1997, college: Texas) helped adding 15 points. The best for the losing side was American forward Justin Martin (199-1990, college: SMU) with 15 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Luis Figge (197-1997) scored 7 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Vechta: J.Aminu 22+5reb+4ast, A.Jones 15+1reb, R.Lodders 10+3reb+2ast, J.Ferner 9+2reb+2ast, N.Bohannon 8+5reb+3ast, J.Wolf 7+4reb+1ast Giessen: J.Martin 15+6reb+2ast, K.Miksic 11+2reb, R.Nyama 8+2reb+2ast, I.Cvorovic 8+3reb+1ast, N.Brauner 8+3reb+2ast, L.Figge 7+6reb+1ast |
| BBL Round 4 of Quarter-Finals. Ulm complete semifinal picture - by Eurobasket News |
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Ulm - ALBA 83-81 ratiopharm Ulm looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Brazilian point guard Yago Matheus (175-1999) fired 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Spanish point guard Juan Nunez (192-2004) chipped in 7 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Four ratiopharm Ulm players scored in double figures. American-Croatian Jaleen Smith (190-1994, college: UNH) produced 18 points and 4 assists and the former international Johannes Thiemann (206-1994) added 8 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Ulm: Y.Matheus 16+5reb+5ast, P.Herkenhoff 14+3reb+1ast, B.Caboclo 14+4reb, K.Jallow 14+2reb+1ast, T.Klepeisz 9+3reb+2ast, N.Juan 7+6reb+6ast ALBA: J.Smith 18+2reb+4ast, M.Delow 15+1reb+1ast, L.Olinde 9+3reb+1ast, L.Sikma 9+2reb+2ast, J.Thiemann 8+8reb+3ast, M.Lo 7+1reb |
| Lamin Sabally transfers to The University of Incarnate Word - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Sabally graduated Bella Vista College Preparatory School (Scottsdale, AZ) in 2021. He was a member of German U20 National Team two years ago. |
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| GBL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Peristeri and Olympiacos record wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Peristeri - Panathinaikos 73-58 Croatian center Miro Bilan (213-1989) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. American guard Marcus Denmon (191-1990, college: Missouri) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Polish Mateusz Ponitka (198-1993) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and the former international swingman Panagiotis Kalaitzakis (197-1999, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points in the effort for Panathinaikos. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Panathinaikos: M.Ponitka 17+12reb+3ast, P.Kalaitzakis 13+3reb, M.Lefteris 6, P.Lee 6+2reb+4ast, D.Agravanis 5+2reb, A.Gudaitis 5+8reb Peristeri: M.Bilan 14+10reb+2ast, M.Denmon 14+4reb+2ast, S.Francisco 12+2reb+6ast, S.Poulianitis 9+7reb+1ast, L.Kaselakis 6+5reb, A.Radanov 6+3reb PAOK - Olympiacos 77-97 Olympiacos dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to PAOK's 28 and made 19-of-22 charity shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They outrebounded PAOK 37-22 including 27 on the defensive glass. Olympiacos players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. The former international point guard Kostas Sloukas (190-1990) scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and French center Moustapha Fall (216-1992) chipped in 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Olympiacos players scored in double figures. American point guard Jalen Riley (184-1993, college: ETSU) responded with 27 points and 4 assists (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) and his fellow American import forward Nate Renfro (203-1996, college: USF) scored 6 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: PAOK: J.Riley 27+2reb+4ast, Y.Franke 18+2reb+1ast, J.Sibert 8+2ast, N.Renfro 6+10reb+8ast, J.Hands 6+1reb+2ast, T.Polley 5 Olympiacos: K.Sloukas 23+5reb+8ast, A.Vezenkov 17+2reb+4ast, M.Fall 15+11reb+4ast, J.Bolomboy 10+11reb, K.Papanikolaou 9+4reb+7ast, S.McKissic 9 |
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| Gorgan earn third consecutive Superleague title - by Eurobasket News |
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Gorgan clinched the third straight Superleague title. They overcame Kalleh 81-79 on the road tonight to complete the sweep of the championship series. Gorgan trailed by three points after ten minutes. But they sank 26 points in the second period to gain a 2-point halftime lead. Gorgan dropped 20 points in the third quarter to take a 10-point advantage at the final intermission. Kalleh pulled within striking distance late in regulation but Gorgan held on to snatch a decisive victory at the end. Perry Parrish Petty (185-PG-1988, college: UTRGV) came up with 35 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Sajjad Pazrofteh (205-F-1996) added 17 points in the victory. Meisam Mizraei replied with 17 points, while Matin Aghajanpoor chipped in 16 points in the loss.
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| Winner League Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Hapoel Holon, Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv reach semis - by Eurobasket News |
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H.Holon - H.Galil Elion 97-88 Hapoel Holon made 25-of-29 charity shots (86.2 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Galil Elion was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for American-Liberian point guard Joe Ragland (182-1989, college: Wichita St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 6 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. American Chris Johnson (198-1990, college: Dayton) helped adding 20 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). The best for the losing side was American guard Deishuan Booker (190-1996, college: LBSU, agency: Octagon Europe) with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and the other American import forward Bryce Washington (201-1996, college: Louisiana) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Galil Elion's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: H.Holon: J.Ragland 31+6reb+11ast, C.Johnson 20+4reb+1ast, H.Dalton 12+8reb+2ast, S.Dawson 11+6reb+3ast, C.Harris 8+1reb+2ast, N.Artzi 5+3reb+1ast H.Galil Elion: D.Booker 21+5reb+7ast, N.Levi 19+6reb+1ast, B.Washington 16+11reb+2ast, R.Huber 13+6reb+7ast, D.Marble 7+3reb+2ast, A.Lotan 5+1reb H.Tel-Aviv - I.Ness Ziona 102-69 Hapoel Tel-Aviv made 19-of-24 charity shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Hapoel Tel-Aviv outrebounded Ironi Nes-Ziona 41-26 including 30 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of American-Nigerian center Chinanu Onuaku (207-1996, college: Louisville) who helped to win the game recording 13 points and 8 rebounds. The former international Tomer Ginat (202-1994, agency: Avi Zilberman) helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was American forward Tyler Bey (201-1998, college: Colorado, agency: Agency) with 16 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import center Jerome Meyinsse (208-1988, college: Virginia) scored 11 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: H.Tel-Aviv: T.Ginat 16+7reb, J.McRae 15+2reb+6ast, C.Onuaku 13+8reb+3ast, J.Brown 13+1reb+9ast, X.Munford 11+2reb, A.Ariel 10+2reb I.Ness Ziona: T.Bey 16+5reb+2ast, J.Meyinsse 11+6reb+2ast, T.Ben Moshe 11+1reb, R.Adam 10+3reb+1ast, S.Buchanan 10+1reb+1ast, T.Warech 4+1ast M.Tel-Aviv - H.Be''er Sheva 82-77 It was a good game for American-Spanish point guard Lorenzo Brown (196-1990, college: NC State) who led his team to a victory with 14 points and 7 assists. American-Ivorian power forward Alexander Poythress (203-1993, college: Kentucky) contributed with 11 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Maccabi Tel-Aviv's coach Oded Kattash used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American-Spanish point guard Lorenzo Brown (196-1990, college: NC State) answered with 14 points and 7 assists and American-Ivorian power forward Alexander Poythress (203-1993, college: Kentucky) added 11 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Hapoel Beer Sheva. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. H.Jerusalem - Bnei Hertzeliya 74-69 American players dominated the game. It was a great evening for center Zachary Hankins (211-1996, college: Xavier) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks. Swingman Levi Randolph (196-1992, college: Alabama, agency: Slash Sports) helped adding 18 points. Hapoel Jerusalem's coach Aleksandar Dzikic allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Maurice Kemp (203-1991, college: ECU) with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Chris Babb (196-1990, college: Iowa St.) scored 11 points. Four Bnei Hasharon players scored in double figures. Top scorers: H.Jerusalem: L.Randolph 18+2reb+2ast, Z.Hankins 16+15reb+1ast, T.Cline 9+5reb+1ast, K.Carrington 9+3reb+1ast, K.Smith 8+1reb+4ast, D.Noam 7+2reb+1ast Bnei Hertzeliya: M.Kemp 21+13reb, C.Babb 11+4reb+2ast, J.Gamble 10+2reb, Q.Hooker 10+4reb+2ast, R.Carter 8+3reb, O.Brandwein 6+1reb+2ast |
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| Serie A2 Round 5 of Quarter-Finals. Udine nip Cividale to advance - by Eurobasket News |
GoldUdine - Cividale 86-8425 personal fouls committed by Cividale helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Alessandro Gentile (201-1992, agency: SLN) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. American point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists. Four Udine players scored in double figures. Udine's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Naturalized Argentinian point guard Lucio Redivo (183-1994) produced 35 points (!!!) and power forward Giacomo DellAgnello (198-1994) added 16 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Top scorers: Udine: I.Briscoe 19+1reb+5ast, A.Gentile 16+11reb+1ast, E.Esposito 15+3reb, R.Gaspardo 11+6reb+2ast, D.Monaldi 7+1reb+4ast, E.Terry 7+9reb+1ast Cividale: L.Redivo 35+2reb+3ast, G.Dell'Agnello 16+8reb+7ast, D.Pepper 11+3reb+1ast, L.Battistini 6+5reb, M.Gabriele 5+6reb+1ast, E.Rota 5+5reb+2ast |
| Serie B Round 5 of Semi-Finals. Livorno Libertas advance - by Eurobasket News |
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Livorno Libertas - Desio 74-63 Livorno Libertas outrebounded Desio 44-32 including 33 on the defensive glass. The former international power forward Tommaso Fantoni (206-1985, agency: Players Group) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds. Swingman Jacopo Lucarelli (197-1996, agency: Players Group) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Livorno Libertas' coach Marco Andreazza used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Andrea Mazzoleni (197-1998) answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and Gabriele Giarelli (200-1993, agency: BIG) added 20 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Desio. Top scorers: Livorno Libertas: J.Lucarelli 12+11reb+3ast, A.Saccaggi 12+1reb+3ast, T.Fantoni 12+13reb+2ast, A.Sipala 9+1reb, F.Fratto 9+10reb+2ast, A.Bargnesi 9+2reb+2ast Desio: G.Giarelli 20+7reb+2ast, A.Mazzoleni 12+12reb+5ast, G.Maspero 10+1reb+2ast, M.Molteni 9+2reb+1ast, M.Tornari 6+4reb+1ast, C.Simone 5+3reb |
| Serie A2 Round 4 of Quarter-Finals. Fortitudo Bologna, Treviglio, Torino, Pistoia and Cantu advance - by Eurobasket News |
GoldCividale - Udine 74-65Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Argentinian point guard Lucio Redivo (183-1994) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Cameroonian guard Aristide Mouaha (191-2000) who added 9 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side the former international swingman Alessandro Gentile (201-1992, agency: SLN) responded with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and American point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) scored 15 points. Udine's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Udine: A.Gentile 18+6reb+6ast, I.Briscoe 15+2reb, M.Palumbo 7+3reb, E.Terry 7+9reb, E.Esposito 6+4reb, D.Monaldi 5+3reb+1ast Cividale: L.Redivo 14+6reb+4ast, E.Rota 12+3reb+3ast, A.Cassese 10, M.Aristide 9+8reb+2ast, M.Gabriele 8+2reb, L.Battistini 8+5reb+1ast Fortitudo BO - Cento 69-68 Fortitudo BO looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Matteo Fantinelli (195-1993) who helped to win the game recording 10 points and 8 assists and forward Valerio Cucci (202-1995) who added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Fortitudo BO players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Derrick Marks (191-1993, college: Boise St., agency: Players Group) responded with 27 points and French forward Dominique Archie (201-1987, college: S.Carolina) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Top scorers: Cento: D.Marks 27+3reb, D.Archie 14+5reb+2ast, G.Tomassini 10+1reb+4ast, Y.Moreno 5+4reb+3ast, G.Rosselli 5+7reb+1ast, F.Mussini 3 Fortitudo BO: P.Aradori 12+3reb+2ast, F.Candussi 12+4reb+1ast, V.Cucci 10+6reb+4ast, M.Fantinelli 10+2reb+8ast, A.Banks 7+6reb+6ast, A.Panni 6+3reb+2ast SilverPiacenza - Pistoia 81-93Pistoia outrebounded Piacenza 45-20 including a 18-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. American guard Zach Copeland (193-1997, college: Illinois St.) fired 32 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. The other American import forward Jordon Varnado (198-1997, college: Troy) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Federico Miaschi (200-2000) produced 33 points (!!!) and the former international forward Davide Pascolo (201-1990) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Top scorers: Piacenza: F.Miaschi 33+3reb+2ast, D.Pascolo 12+8reb+3ast, G.Sabatini 12+2reb+7ast, K.McGusty 7+3reb+1ast, L.Cesana 6+2reb, L.Querci 6 Pistoia: Z.Copeland 32+5reb+5ast, J.Varnado 21+8reb+3ast, D.Magro 13+7reb+1ast, G.Benetti 9+4reb, L.Saccaggi 9+3reb+3ast, C.Wheatle 4+11reb+4ast Nardo - Cantu 78-99 Worth to mention a great performance of American-Polish guard David Logan (185-1982, college: Indianapolis) who helped to win the game recording 34 points (!!!) and 5 assists and the former international forward Matteo Da Ros (204-1989) who added 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American point guard Russ Smith (183-1991, college: Louisville) responded with 24 points and 6 rebounds and Serbian swingman Vojislav Stojanovic (199-1997) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Four Nardo players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Nardo: R.Smith 24+6reb+1ast, V.Stojanovic 20+7reb, J.Borra 11+9reb+1ast, R.Zugno 10+2reb, A.La Torre 5+3reb+4ast, M.Parravicini 3+3reb+1ast Cantu: D.Logan 34+3reb+5ast, M.Da Ros 21+5reb+4ast, F.Stefanelli 14+5reb+1ast, A.Morgillo 6+3reb, G.Severini 6+5reb, L.Bucarelli 6+6reb+2ast Rimini - Treviglio 63-81 Treviglio outrebounded Rimini 42-22 including a 30-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international swingman Pierpaolo Marini (193-1993, agency: Players Group) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and Croatian center Aleksandar Marcius (208-1990, college: DePaul) who added 17 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) during the contest. At the losing side American point guard Jazz Johnson (178-1996, college: Nevada) responded with 23 points and guard Simon Anumba (193-1996) scored 7 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Rimini: J.Johnson 23+2reb+1ast, S.Masciadri 9+3reb+1ast, U.D'Almeida 9+4reb, A.Tassinari 8+2reb+4ast, S.Anumba 7+7reb, S.Alessandro 5+2reb+1ast Treviglio: P.Marini 22+8reb+1ast, A.Marcius 17+8reb, B.Sacchetti 10+5reb, E.Lombardi 8+7reb+3ast, M.Giuri 7+2reb+3ast, L.Maspero 7+1reb+1ast Milano Urania - Torino 87-89 Torino players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Iraqi guard Demario Mayfield (196-1991, college: Angelo St.) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Ronald Jackson Jr (203-1997, college: NC A&T) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Matteo Montano (190-1992) replied with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and American forward Kyndahl Hill (201-1994, college: Weber St.) added 22 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Milano Urania. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Milano Urania: M.Montano 22+8reb+6ast, K.Hill 22+6reb+1ast, R.Pullazi 18+2reb+4ast, G.Piunti 10+5reb+1ast, N.Potts 7+6reb+4ast, M.Ebeling 3+4reb+1ast Torino: D.Mayfield 17+6reb+4ast, R.Jackson Jr. 16+7reb+2ast, S.Pepe 13+2reb+1ast, T.Guariglia 12+10reb, N.De Vico 11+3reb+6ast, M.Schina 6+1reb+2ast |
| LATVIA |
| Smits re-signs at Zalgiris - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Barca in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 43 games he had 5.2ppg and 2.9rpg in that year. Smits contributed to his team winning the regular season and make it to the final. They also played in the Supercup final. He also played 36 games in Euroleague where he got 4.4ppg and 3.1rpg in that year. Smits contributed to his team winning the regular season and they also made it to the Euroleague Final Four. He has been also a member of Latvian international program for some years. Smits has regularly played for Latvian senior team since 2014 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2015. He represented Latvia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 5.6ppg, 2.3rpg, FGP: 55.6%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 77.8%. Smits has played previously for three other Spanish teams: Fuenlabrada, CB Fuenlabrada Madrid 2nd team and Avila. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Silver Honorable Mention back in 2015. |
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| LBL Round 2 of Finals. Al Riyadi even the series - by Eurobasket News |
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Al Riyadi - Dynamo 92-84 Al Riyadi made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Al Riyadi made 8 blocks. The former international guard Wael Arakji (194-1994) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. The former international guard Karim Zeinoun (188-1999) contributed with 25 points and 5 assists for the winners. Five Al Riyadi players scored in double figures. American guard Zach Lofton (193-1992, college: NM State, agency: Slash Sports) replied with 33 points (!!!) and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and South Sudanese-Australian center Jo Lual-Acuil Jr (213-1994, college: Baylor) added 18 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Dynamo. Top scorers: Al Riyadi: K.Zeinoun 25+1reb+5ast, W.Arakji 20+5reb+10ast, K.Murphy 15+5reb+3ast, H.Gyokchyan 14+3reb+3ast, D.Reath 11+9reb+1ast, A.Saoud 5+2reb+2ast Dynamo: Z.Lofton 33+3reb+4ast, J.Lual-Acuil Jr. 18+10reb+3ast, K.Ezzeddine 16+8reb, A.Mahmoud 6+3reb, M.Alkhoury 6+5reb+2ast, G.Salibi 3+2reb |
| Al Nasr signs Kerwin Roach II, ex Sagesse - by Yusuf Abduljalil | ||||
In 2019 he was drafted by Westchester Knicks (G-League) in first round (22nd overall). He graduated from University of Texas and it is his fourth season in pro basketball. He is quite experienced player. Roach has played in six different countries on four different continents (Asia, Latin America, Australia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Marineros), Jordan (Al Ahli), New Zealand (Saints), NBA G League (RGV Vipers and Windy City Bulls), NBA Summer League (LA Clippers) and The Basketball Tournament (Skip To My Lou). Roach was also voted to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2018 and 2019. His team made it to the Jordanian League Semifinals in 2022. |
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| Al Nasr signs Kerwin Roach II, ex Sagesse - by Yusuf Abduljalil | ||||
In 2019 he was drafted by Westchester Knicks (G-League) in first round (22nd overall). He graduated from University of Texas and it is his fourth season in pro basketball. He is quite experienced player. Roach has played in six different countries on four different continents (Asia, Latin America, Australia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Marineros), Jordan (Al Ahli), New Zealand (Saints), NBA G League (RGV Vipers and Windy City Bulls), NBA Summer League (LA Clippers) and The Basketball Tournament (Skip To My Lou). Roach was also voted to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2018 and 2019. His team made it to the Jordanian League Semifinals in 2022. |
| D1 Round 7: Ahly Benghazi edge Al Nasr by two points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Host teams show no mercy winning all games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 7 in the D1 took place in Benghazi. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 4th placed Al Nasr (4-3) to leader Ahly Benghazi (7-0) 83-81 on Wednesday evening. Undefeated Ahly Benghazi have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Al Nasr lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with three games lost. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Tripoli: Ahly Tripoli (#3) and Al Ittihad (#2). Ahly Tripoli (6-1) won against visiting Al Ittihad (5-2) 77-67. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Al Ittihad at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Tripoli: Shabab (#6) and Al Madina (#8). Shabab (2-5) won against visiting Al Madina (0-7) 69-58. Shabab maintains sixth place with 2-5 record. Al Madina lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. In the last game of round 7 Al Hilal was defeated by Al Morog in Almarj 70-65.
Ahly Tripoli - Al Ittihad 77-67 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Tripoli: Ahly Tripoli (#3) and Al Ittihad (#2). Ahly Tripoli (6-1) won against visiting Al Ittihad (5-2) 77-67. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Al Ittihad at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Shabab - Al Madina 69-58 Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Tripoli: Shabab (#6) and Al Madina (#8). Shabab (2-5) won against visiting Al Madina (0-7) 69-58. Shabab maintains sixth place with 2-5 record. Al Madina lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. Ahly Benghazi - Al Nasr 83-81 The most exciting game of round 7 in the D1 took place in Benghazi. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 4th placed Al Nasr (4-3) to leader Ahly Benghazi (7-0) 83-81 on Wednesday evening. Ahly Benghazi have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Al Nasr lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with three games lost. Al Morog - Al Hilal 70-65 There was no surprise in Almarj where 7th ranked Al Hilal (1-6) was defeated by fifth ranked Al Morog (3-4) 70-65 on Wednesday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Al Morog. They maintain fifth place with 3-4 record. Loser Al Hilal keeps the seventh position with six games lost. |
| LITHUANIA |
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| LKL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Rytas and Zalgiris extend leads - by Eurobasket News |
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Jonava - Rytas 67-82 Icelandic point guard Elvar Fridriksson (182-1994, college: Barry) scored 15 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Marcus Foster (191-1995, college: Creighton) chipped in 12 points during the contest. American forward Jeff Garrett (201-1994, college: LSUS, agency: Players Group) responded with 8 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists and Serbian center Goran Huskic (210-1992, college: Howard Col., TX) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Four Jonava players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Jonava: G.Huskic 15+5reb+3ast, A.Majauskas 15+2reb+1ast, E.Seskus 12+3reb+1ast, G.Watson Jr. 12+2reb+2ast, J.Garrett 8+11reb+7ast, D.Bickauskis 3+5reb Rytas: E.Fridriksson 15+3reb+5ast, K.McCullum 13+4ast, M.Foster 12+4reb+2ast, G.Masiulis 9+1reb, G.Radzevicius 8+1reb, M.Normantas 7+3ast Lietkabelis - Zalgiris 83-86 32 personal fouls committed by Lietkabelis helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international Edgaras Ulanovas (199-1992) orchestrated the victory by scoring 14 points and 5 rebounds. The former international guard Tomas Dimsa (195-1994) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Four Zalgiris players scored in double figures. Estonian point guard Kristian Kullamaee (194-1999) replied with 18 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and forward Gediminas Orelik (199-1990) added 13 points in the effort for Lietkabelis. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Lietkabelis: K.Kullamaee 18+2reb+4ast, G.Orelik 13+3reb+1ast, R.Mantas 10+2reb+2ast, J.Morris 10+1reb+2ast, G.Maldunas 8+4reb+2ast, J.Randell 7+1reb+1ast Zalgiris: T.Dimsa 15+2reb+3ast, E.Ulanovas 14+5reb+3ast, L.Lekavicius 12+2reb+3ast, L.Birutis 10+6reb, R.Smits 9+5reb+1ast, K.Hayes 7+3reb |
| Smits re-signs at Zalgiris - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Barca in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 43 games he had 5.2ppg and 2.9rpg in that year. Smits contributed to his team winning the regular season and make it to the final. They also played in the Supercup final. He also played 36 games in Euroleague where he got 4.4ppg and 3.1rpg in that year. Smits contributed to his team winning the regular season and they also made it to the Euroleague Final Four. He has been also a member of Latvian international program for some years. Smits has regularly played for Latvian senior team since 2014 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2015. He represented Latvia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 5.6ppg, 2.3rpg, FGP: 55.6%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 77.8%. Smits has played previously for three other Spanish teams: Fuenlabrada, CB Fuenlabrada Madrid 2nd team and Avila. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Silver Honorable Mention back in 2015. |
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| 2023 Micronesian Games again delayed - by Eurobasket News |
| Due to the unreadiness of the host islands' sports facilities, the 10th Micronesian Games in Majuro, Marshall Island has been delayed anew. In a letter to member island nations of the Micronesian Games Council, secretary general Joey C. Miranda III regretfully informed that after recommendations from the Marshall Islands government and other stakeholders involved, they have come to the conclusion that the quadrennial event can't be delivered in the July 2023 date that was promised. 'The president and his Cabinet have stated at this time with recommendations from the Ministry of Education and Sport and based heavily on the challenges to construction due to the COVID-19 pandemic over the past two and a half years and recommendations from Public Works assessment of facility readiness for the July dates, that there will be a delay of the Games. We will be seeking to reschedule the Games here in Majuro to a later date,' he said. Miranda added that the postponement of the 2023 Micronesian Games is the best move at this point. 'The safety of our athletes and attendees are major considerations in processing the viability of the continuance of the Games. For us to mitigate the formalities and avoid costs that all MGAs (Micronesian Games Associations) will be burdened upon in preparation for the Games, it is with regret that we announce the delay of the Micronesian Games scheduled for July 2023.' He said the Micornsian Games Executive Council will host a virtual meeting in the coming months to provide detailed information to members and work on the next steps the Micronesian Games Council will need to take for future events. This is the fourth time the Majuro Micro Games has been postponed. It was originally set for July 2022 then first rest to November 2022 before being slated to July 2023. The Micronesian Games Council didn't set a new date for the 10th Micronesian Games. It will be the first time the Marshall Islands will ever host the quadrennial event, which started in 1969 as the Micronesian Olympics on Saipan. The CNMI is expected to send athletes in athletics, basketball, volleyball, wrestling, weightlifting, tennis, swimming, and va'a (outrigger canoe) in the Games. The heads of sports federations were understandably sad with the now seeming uncertainty of the Micro Games. Northern Mariana Islands Tennis Association president Jeff Race said with no new date for the Micronesian Games, he doesn't have any idea who among the CNMI's top players will be available. 'My biggest concern, like that of the Pacific Games in November, is being able to field a team at certain times when players are not available. At least half of our players, and many of our best ones, are college students who can't just take two weeks off of school to come for the Games. The July timeframe was a good one as many of our athletes not only are off of school, but come home for the summer holiday and so are already on island.' Saipan Swim Club coach Richard Sikkel, meanwhile, understands the reason for the delay. 'It is unfortunate that it has been delayed, but if the Marshalls are not ready, they aren't ready. I appreciate that they took this difficult decision with athlete comfort and safety in mind. Hopefully the Micronesian Games Council will be able to set a new date at a later date.' The Northern Mariana Islands Swimming Federation board member also said if the council does pick a date for the Games, they will be ready. 'As for swimming, our national swimmers practice year round and they will be ready to compete whenever the new dates are announced,' he said. Tsunami Saipan Swimming Center coach Hiroyuki Kimura agrees with Sikkel. 'Delaying is no problem for my swimmers. We are ready for any competition anytime,' said the many-time CNMI national swimming coach. While he also understands the rationale behind the postponement, Northern Mariana Islands Basketball Federation president James Lee said it will make sending athletes to the Games even more challenging. 'It's unfortunate and understandable, but now it adds an additional challenge for us on top of looking for funding to go to the Games, our off-island athletes that are planning to return back to represent and logistic-wise since there are no new set dates of the event.' Courtesy of: saipantribune.com |
| MEXICO |
| CIBACOPA Round 4 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Tijuana - Mazatlan 108-82 Tijuana Zonkeys dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Venados' 38. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. Akia Pruitt (203-1997, college: UNCP) fired 24 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Joshua Webster (190-1997, college: Missouri St.) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Tijuana Zonkeys players scored in double figures. Power forward Alex Kaye Williams (203-1993) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and center Vincent Boumann (206-1996, college: WOU) added 9 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Tijuana: A.Pruitt 24+9reb+5ast, A.Young 21+3reb+1ast, I.Alvarado 18+1reb+4ast, J.Webster 15+6reb+8ast, E.Garibay 9+11reb, G.McCray 7+2reb Mazatlan: W.Alex Kaye 17+7reb+3ast, J.Strowbridge 14+2reb+5ast, V.Ricardo 12+1reb, J.Casillas 9+4reb+1ast, L.Davis 9+2reb, V.Boumann 9+11reb+1ast Obregon - Hermosillo 117-90 Halcones de Ciudad Obregon dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Rayos de Hermosillo's 42. They outrebounded Rayos de Hermosillo 43-29 including 32 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Jimmy Whitt (190-1997, college: Arkansas, agency: Interperformances) who helped to win the game recording 35 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Tony Farmer (201-1994, college: Lee JC) who added 23 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side guard Jimond Ivey (196-1996, college: Akron) responded with 16 points and 4 assists and forward Aaron Wheeler (206-1998, college: St.John's) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Obregon: J.Whitt 35+8reb+4ast, T.Farmer 23+8reb+2ast, G.Gillard 19+9reb+2ast, J.Everett 13+1reb, J.Estrada 10+7reb+2ast, R.Alejandro 8+4reb+2ast Hermosillo: J.Ivey 16+3reb+4ast, A.Wheeler 15+7reb+1ast, J.Bird 14+1reb+2ast, T.Drisdom 12+3reb+1ast, N.Eastern 11+2reb+5ast, T.Brown-Soares 8+2reb Guaymas - Astros 101-91 Americans were the main players on the court also this time. Guard Antwon Lillard (198-1995, college: BGSU) fired 29 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Markel Crawford (196-1994, college: Ole Miss) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. Lillard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) produced 29 points and 6 rebounds and forward Isaiah Whaley (203-1998, college: UConn) added 17 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Ostioneros de Guaymas and four Astros players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Guaymas: A.Lillard 29+8reb+5ast, M.Crawford 20+8reb+3ast, M.Cairo 17+6reb+2ast, A.Smith 17+7reb+2ast, A.Tarke 13+9reb+3ast, D.Eros 3+2reb+1ast Astros: J.Loveridge 29+6reb, I.Whaley 17+7reb+2ast, L.Vick 13+4reb, M.Andriassi 11+1reb+2ast, S.Ponds 8+7reb+7ast, K.Rodriguez 4+4reb+2ast Los Mochis - Culiacan 89-90 The winners were led by American guard Teyvion Kirk (193-1999, college: UIC) who scored that evening 27 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import guard Jarron Cumberland (196-1997, college: Cincinnati) supported him with 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Even a double-double of 20 points and 13 rebounds by American power forward Kwame Alexander (201-1990, college: CSUSB, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Pioneros Los Mochis. Swiss point guard Jordan Stevens (182-1994, college: Midwestern St.) added 21 points and 5 assists for lost side. Four Pioneros Los Mochis players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Culiacan: T.Kirk 27+5reb+2ast, J.Cumberland 18+9reb+5ast, M.Jackson 12+8reb+1ast, J.Hughes III 8+1reb, M.Tarrance 8+1reb, D.Soto 6+4reb+1ast Los Mochis: J.Stevens 21+4reb+5ast, K.Alexander 20+13reb+2ast, K.Jones 15+7reb+1ast, D.Dingle 10+4reb+2ast, D.Robinson 8+4reb+2ast, J.Zesati 5+2reb |
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| 2023 Micronesian Games again delayed - by Eurobasket News |
| Due to the unreadiness of the host islands' sports facilities, the 10th Micronesian Games in Majuro, Marshall Island has been delayed anew. In a letter to member island nations of the Micronesian Games Council, secretary general Joey C. Miranda III regretfully informed that after recommendations from the Marshall Islands government and other stakeholders involved, they have come to the conclusion that the quadrennial event can't be delivered in the July 2023 date that was promised. 'The president and his Cabinet have stated at this time with recommendations from the Ministry of Education and Sport and based heavily on the challenges to construction due to the COVID-19 pandemic over the past two and a half years and recommendations from Public Works assessment of facility readiness for the July dates, that there will be a delay of the Games. We will be seeking to reschedule the Games here in Majuro to a later date,' he said. Miranda added that the postponement of the 2023 Micronesian Games is the best move at this point. 'The safety of our athletes and attendees are major considerations in processing the viability of the continuance of the Games. For us to mitigate the formalities and avoid costs that all MGAs (Micronesian Games Associations) will be burdened upon in preparation for the Games, it is with regret that we announce the delay of the Micronesian Games scheduled for July 2023.' He said the Micornsian Games Executive Council will host a virtual meeting in the coming months to provide detailed information to members and work on the next steps the Micronesian Games Council will need to take for future events. This is the fourth time the Majuro Micro Games has been postponed. It was originally set for July 2022 then first rest to November 2022 before being slated to July 2023. The Micronesian Games Council didn't set a new date for the 10th Micronesian Games. It will be the first time the Marshall Islands will ever host the quadrennial event, which started in 1969 as the Micronesian Olympics on Saipan. The CNMI is expected to send athletes in athletics, basketball, volleyball, wrestling, weightlifting, tennis, swimming, and va'a (outrigger canoe) in the Games. The heads of sports federations were understandably sad with the now seeming uncertainty of the Micro Games. Northern Mariana Islands Tennis Association president Jeff Race said with no new date for the Micronesian Games, he doesn't have any idea who among the CNMI's top players will be available. 'My biggest concern, like that of the Pacific Games in November, is being able to field a team at certain times when players are not available. At least half of our players, and many of our best ones, are college students who can't just take two weeks off of school to come for the Games. The July timeframe was a good one as many of our athletes not only are off of school, but come home for the summer holiday and so are already on island.' Saipan Swim Club coach Richard Sikkel, meanwhile, understands the reason for the delay. 'It is unfortunate that it has been delayed, but if the Marshalls are not ready, they aren't ready. I appreciate that they took this difficult decision with athlete comfort and safety in mind. Hopefully the Micronesian Games Council will be able to set a new date at a later date.' The Northern Mariana Islands Swimming Federation board member also said if the council does pick a date for the Games, they will be ready. 'As for swimming, our national swimmers practice year round and they will be ready to compete whenever the new dates are announced,' he said. Tsunami Saipan Swimming Center coach Hiroyuki Kimura agrees with Sikkel. 'Delaying is no problem for my swimmers. We are ready for any competition anytime,' said the many-time CNMI national swimming coach. While he also understands the rationale behind the postponement, Northern Mariana Islands Basketball Federation president James Lee said it will make sending athletes to the Games even more challenging. 'It's unfortunate and understandable, but now it adds an additional challenge for us on top of looking for funding to go to the Games, our off-island athletes that are planning to return back to represent and logistic-wise since there are no new set dates of the event.' Courtesy of: saipantribune.com |
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| Celtics wake up, dismantle Heat 110-97 to force Game 6 in Eastern Conference finals - by Eurobasket News |
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The vise turned another rotation tighter on the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference finals. Their once-safe 3-0 series lead against the Boston Celtics has narrowed to 3-2 after the Celtics took Game 5, 110-97, Thursday. The vise is still tight on the second-seeded Celtics who have found some heart and some determination in the past two games against the Heat who are trying to become the second No. 8 seed to reach the NBA Finals. The Celtics started the game with the requisite urgency, grabbing a 28-13 lead late in the first quarter and 61-41 lead late in the second quarter. Derrick White (6'4''-G-1994, college: Colorado) led four Boston players in double figures with 24 points. Game 6 is Saturday in Miami (8:30 p.m. ET, TNT), and while technically, it's not a must-win for the Heat (it is for the Celtics), the Heat prefer to avoid a return trip to Boston for Game 7. History is in Miami's favor. A team with a 3-0 series lead in the NBA playoffs is 150-0. Just three teams have forced a Game 7 -- the Portland Trail Blazers were the most recent to do it against the Dallas Mavericks in 2003. The 1994 Denver Nuggets (lost to the Utah Jazz) and the 1951 New York Knicks (lost to the Rochester Royals) also did it. The Celtics have the talent. Do they have the intestinal fortitude? Jimmy Butler (6'7''-G/F-1989, college: Marquette) and Bam Adebayo (6'10''-C-1997, college: Kentucky) were the only Heat starters in double-digits in points, and Miami's starters were outscored 82-35 through three quarters. The Heat were without Gabe Vincent (6'3''-G-1996, college: UCSB) (sprained left ankle), and he is Miami's third-leading scorer in the playoffs, averaging 13.1 points, including 17.5 points on 50% 3-point shootings in the Celtics series. Courtesy of: usatoday.com |
| Wizards Hire Michael Winger Away From Clippers To Run Front Office - by Eurobasket News |
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The Washington Wizards have hired Michael Winger as president of Monumental Basketball. Winger will have full leadership of the franchise and also oversee the WNBA Mystics and the G League Go-Go. Winger was hired away from the Oklahoma City Thunder by the Los Angeles Clippers in 2017 and worked under Lawrence Frank. Before working with the Thunder under Sam Presti, Winger was an executive with the Cleveland Cavaliers under GM Danny Ferry from 2005 to 2010. Trajan Langdon was also a prominent part in the Wizards' search. Courtesy of: realgm.com |
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| Express answer challenge to force NBL of Canada final to the limit against Lightning - by Eurobasket News |
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The Windsor Express answered the challenge. Facing elimination, the third-seeded Express refused to fold and rode a roller coaster of emotions to the finish for a 110-102 win over the top-seeded London Lightning on Thursday at the WFCU Centre. ' (Thursday) we had a meeting with our team and we wanted the guys that could go out and go to war,' Express head coach Bill Jones said. 'They went out there and started the game with that mentality. They had a slight bump, but when it counted they came out there in the fourth quarter, when it for us to play (Friday), and they made it happen.' With Thursday's win, the Express will force a fifth and deciding game in the best-of-five NBL of Canada final against the defending champion Lightning. 'I thought that they thought maybe we were done,' Express forward Justin Moss (6'7''-C-1993, college: Buffalo) said. 'That we were going to give up, but no, we're fighting for our lives. 'We feel like we're a better team. We gave ourselves a fighting chance to play (Friday) for all the marbles.' The Express looked as though they would run away with the game early with London hitting just one-of-14 shots to start the game and the Express building an 18-2 lead. 'Our defence, in the beginning, was crucial,' Moss said. 'We gave ourselves enough cushion to push the tempo and play our game.' But the Lighting countered and took their first lead of the game less than five minutes into the second quarter. 'We're our own enemy,' Lightning guard Jermaine Haley (6'7''-G-1997, college: WVU) said. 'We give away wins, teams don't beat us and that's what happened (Thursday).' The six-foot-seven Haley was a big reason London was able to get back into the game. His size allowed him defend Windsor's big players while creating mismatches on offence as he finished with 41 points and 10 rebounds. 'The shame is Jermaine Haley put together an absolute masterpiece and it was wasted,' London head coach Doug Plumb said. Every time the Lightning would get back into the game, the Express would find an offensive spurt to retake the lead. The six-foot-seven Moss had his best game of the series with 22 points and 12 rebounds with eight coming on the offensive glass. 'I don't feel any of their bigs can box me out or guard me unless they hold me and the refs don't call it,' Moss said. Not only did Windsor hold a 51-44 edge in rebounds overall, the Express picked up 20 rebounds on the offensive end. Ja'Myrin Jackson (6'4''-G/F-1998) finished with 23 points for the Express. Latin Davis (6'0''-PG-1997, college: WSU, agency: VM Hoops Agency) and Tanner Stuckman (6'9''-F-1997, college: Quincy, agency: Helping Ballers) each added 18 points for Windsor while Billy White (6'8''-PF-1989, college: SDSU) added 10 points and 10 rebounds while play all 48 minutes along with Davis. 'We won up there and the way our mentality is, no fear, we have nothing to lose,' said Jones, whose team beat Sudbury in Game 5 on the road to get to the final. 'No one expected us to be in the final. No one expected us to be in a Game 5. So, we can just go out and play. They've got all the pressure on them. They understand we're playing for all the marbles.''We gave up 20 offensive rebounds,' Haley said. 'You give a team that many more possessions, you're not giving yourself a chance to win.' Courtesy of: windsorstar.com |
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| Caleb Shaw transfers to Grand Canyon State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Grand Canyon State University strengthened their roster with addition of 6-5 guard Caleb Shaw for season 2023-24. Shaw originally came from Chandler (AZ), and he is moving here from University of Northern Colorado where he played only for one year. In 31 games he recorded 4.7ppg and 2.3rpg. He graduated Chandler (AZ) High in 2022. Grand Canyon State University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Malcolm Flaggs Caleb Shaw Forwards: Sydney Curry Lok Wur Duke Brennan |
| Alvaro Folgueiras (ex NGST) signs at Colonials - by Eurobasket News |
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Robert Morris University landed 18-year old Spaniard 6-10 center Alvaro Folgueiras. Folgueiras played most recently at Next Generation Select Team U18 team in ANGT. In four Adidas Next Generation Tournament games he averaged just 1.8ppg and 2.3rpg last season. He also played for DME Academy. Folgueiras represented Spain at the FIBA U17 World Cup in Spain last year. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 5.3ppg, 5.9rpg, 2.0apg, 1.1spg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 53.8%, 3PT-2 (58.3%), FT: 50.0%. He has played also professionally in Serbia, Slovenia and Spain (Unicaja-Andalucia, Unicaja). |
| Daimion Collins transfers to Louisiana State University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Collins was one of the highest ranked players in high school in 2021. He graduated Atlanta High. Collins played also for Team Griffin in AAU. He was named Naismith Trophy High School Player of the Year, MaxPreps Texas Player of the Year and Gatorade Texas Player of the Year and he was also voted to McDonald's All-America Games, MaxPreps High School All-America First Team and Sports Illustrated All-America Third Team that year. Collins was selected to Texas All-State Third-Team in 2020. |
| Lamin Sabally transfers to The University of Incarnate Word - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Sabally graduated Bella Vista College Preparatory School (Scottsdale, AZ) in 2021. He was a member of German U20 National Team two years ago. |
| Isaiah Carr commits to Denver - by Eurobasket News | |
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Denver University added to their roster forward Isaiah Carr (6'11''-209lbs) for new 2023-24 season. Las Cruces (NM) native moved there from Grand Canyon State University where he spent his freshman year. But in 8 games he had just 1.0ppg, 1.9rpg and 1.0bpg last season. Lopes won WAC Tournament this year. Carr graduated Las Cruces High in 2022. His team won NMAA New Mexico Class 5A Championship in 2020. Denver University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jaxon Brenchley Devin Carney Josh Lee Forward: Isaiah Carr |
| Jordan Rawls transfers to NM State - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Rawls played also at Georgia State University in 2021-2022. Hilltoppers won Sun Belt Tournament in 2022. He graduated Hamilton Heights Christian Academy (Chattanooga, TN) in 2019. He played also for Team Thad Elite (TN) in UAA. His team won National Association of Christian Athletics Division I national Championship that year. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Rawls' team ended regular season as a second best place in C-USA and he was also voted to C-USA All-Freshman Team in 2020. His team won C-USA East Division Regular Season Championship and he helped WKU team make it to the C-USA Tournament Finals in 2021. New Mexico State University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Brandon Suggs Jordan Rawls Femi Odukale Forwards: Kaosi Ezeague Denijay Harris Coach: Jason Hooten |
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| Matur Dhal will continue his college career at Point Loma Nazarene University - by Eurobasket News |
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Point Loma Nazarene University landed 6-11 center Matur Dhal for new season. Tempe (AZ) native played for the last two years at Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo University (NCAA Division I). In only one game he had just 2 points, 4 rebounds and 1 steal last season. Dhal has played high school basketball at PHHoenix Prep Academy in Phoenix, AZ, which he graduated in 2021. (via @VerbalCommits) |
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| Sharks welcome back Cunningham, ex Pitesti - by Hugh McAuliffe | |||
He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Cunningham has played previously professionally in Bosnia (Borac WWin Banja Luka), Holland and NBA G League (Westchester Knicks). He was voted to MVC All-Freshman Team back in 2015. Cunningham graduated from University of Dayton in 2019 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball. He played also for Bradley University for one year. |
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| LNB Round 13: San Jose defeat Olimpia K. in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 13 in the LNB took place in Asuncion. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of their biggest opponent Olimpia K. (10-3) to leader San Jose (13-0) 79-77 in the game for the first place. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Olimpia K.. San Jose dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Olimpia K.'s 26. 25 personal fouls committed by Olimpia K. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international forward Fernando Dose (200-1994) stepped up and scored 21 points and 4 assists for the winners and Argentinian swingman Lucas Gargallo (196-1995) chipped in 7 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. At the losing side the former international forward Gabriel Peralta (203-1995) responded with 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Undefeated San Jose have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-0 record. Olimpia K. at the other side keeps the second position with three games lost. San Jose's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Campo Alto. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Asuncion: Felix Perez (#4) and Sol de America (#8). Felix Perez (8-5) crushed visiting Sol de America (1-12) by 58 points 106-48. Leonel Bettiga nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side and Leandro Ferreira accounted for 24 points. Juan Marti came up with 14 points for Sol de America in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Felix Perez moved-up to third place, which they share with Colonias G. Sol de America at the other side stay at the bottom position with 12 games lost. Felix Perez's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Libertad A.. Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Asuncion: Libertad A. (#5) and Campo Alto (#6). Campo Alto was crushed at home by 20 points 73-93 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Jorge Sequera fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners. Libertad A.'s coach Cristian Viveros used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Darwinn Rivera produced 16 points and 4 assists for lost side. Libertad A. maintains fifth place with 7-6 record. Loser Campo Alto keeps the sixth position with ten games lost. Libertad A.'s supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Felix Perez. In the last game of round 13 Colonias G. destroyed Atletico C. on the opponent's court 95-47.
Felix Perez - Sol de America 106-48 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Asuncion: Felix Perez (#4) and Sol de America (#8). Felix Perez (8-5) crushed visiting Sol de America (1-12) by 58 points 106-48. They outrebounded Sol de America 42-24 including a 37-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Felix Perez shot the lights out from three nailing 16 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 34 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Sol de America's players. Leonel Bettiga nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side and the former international guard Leandro Ferreira (184-1994) accounted for 24 points. Five Felix Perez players scored in double figures. Juan Marti came up with 14 points and Marcos Ramoa added 3 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Sol de America in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Felix Perez moved-up to third place, which they share with Colonias G. Sol de America at the other side stay at the bottom position with 12 games lost. Felix Perez's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Libertad A.. Top scorers: Sol de America: M.Juan 14+4reb+3ast, M.Jose 8+1reb, S.Benitez 6+1reb, R.Diaz Fabrizio 5+1reb+1ast, R.Angel 5, E.Nicolas 3+5reb Felix Perez: L.Ferreira 24+4reb+2ast, G.Emmanuel 15+1reb+2ast, S.Ricardo 14+1reb+3ast, B.Alejandro 11+4reb+2ast, P.Alderete 11+5reb+3ast, B.Leonel 11+14reb+7ast Campo Alto - Libertad A. 73-93 Another exciting game was again a derby between two local teams from Asuncion: Libertad A. (#5) and Campo Alto (#6). Campo Alto was crushed at home by 20 points 73-93 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Libertad A. outrebounded Campo Alto 39-21 including a 31-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Campo Alto's players. The former international forward Jorge Sequera (194-1988) fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international Rodney Mercado (191-1999) chipped in 21 points. Libertad A.'s coach Cristian Viveros used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Darwinn Rivera produced 16 points and 4 assists and the former international forward Nelson Peralta (198-1988) added 17 points respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Libertad A. maintains fifth place with 7-6 record. Loser Campo Alto keeps the sixth position with ten games lost. Libertad A.'s supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Felix Perez. Top scorers: Campo Alto: N.Peralta 17+4reb+1ast, R.Darwinn 16+2reb+4ast, P.Santiago 15+3ast, M.Mainero 10+6reb, A.Sebastian 6+2reb+1ast, A.Fabrizio 5+3reb+1ast Libertad A.: J.Sequera 27+13reb+1ast, R.Mercado 21+2reb+2ast, J.Martinez 15+2reb+6ast, E.Martinez 12+1reb+3ast, A.Lopez 6+10reb+4ast, D.Bareiro 4+3reb+4ast Atletico C. - Colonias G. 47-95 Very expected game in Asuncion where 7th ranked Atletico C. (2-11) was crushed by third ranked Colonias G. (8-5) 95-47 on Thursday. Colonias G. forced 20 Atletico C. turnovers and outrebounded them 53-38 including 40 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Atletico C.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Colonias G. made 9 blocks. Argentinian guard Franco Vieta (194-1992) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Brazilian center Vinicius Malachias (209-1999) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots). Five Colonias G. players scored in double figures. Coach Juan Bidarra's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Daniel Jara produced 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and Diego Ortega added 9 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Colonias G. maintains third place with 8-5 record having five points less than leader San Jose, which they share with Felix Perez. Atletico C. lost their eighth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. Colonias G.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Sol de America. Top scorers: Atletico C.: D.Jara 15+8reb+5ast, O.Diego 9+12reb, S.Nahuel 6+4reb+1ast, T.Oscar 6+3reb+4ast, A.Alejandro 5+8reb+1ast, A.Brahian 2 Colonias G.: F.Vieta 22+10reb+5ast, M.Vinicius 16+7reb+3ast, S.Galarza 14+9reb+2ast, P.Juan 12+5reb+3ast, T.Tiago 11+6reb, S.Pierotti 11+6reb+4ast Olimpia K. - San Jose 77-79 The most exciting game of round 13 in the LNB took place in Asuncion. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of their biggest opponent Olimpia K. (10-3) to leader San Jose (13-0) 79-77 in the game for the first place. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Olimpia K.. San Jose dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Olimpia K.'s 26. 25 personal fouls committed by Olimpia K. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international forward Fernando Dose (200-1994) stepped up and scored 21 points and 4 assists for the winners and Argentinian swingman Lucas Gargallo (196-1995) chipped in 7 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. At the losing side the former international forward Gabriel Peralta (203-1995) responded with 18 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Thomas Cooper (196-1992, college: Calgary) scored 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Olimpia K. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. San Jose have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 13-0 record. Olimpia K. at the other side keeps the second position with three games lost. San Jose's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Campo Alto. Top scorers: Olimpia K.: G.Peralta 18+5reb, I.Alessio 15+5reb, D.Fabrizio 12+3reb+2ast, J.Martinez 10+5reb+3ast, T.Cooper 9+7reb+5ast, G.Fabio 9+1reb San Jose: F.Dose 21+4reb+4ast, F.Benitez 14+5reb, J.Wood 11+4reb, E.Riveros 11+2reb, L.Gargallo 7+9reb+8ast, R.Sanchez 6+5reb+4ast |
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| DeMarcus Cousins gets MVP of the Week award for Puerto Rican BSN (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 32-year old had the game-high 37 points adding seven rebounds and three assists for Guaynabo in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Mayaguez (#4, 11-17) 117-115. Guaynabo maintains the 4th position in their group in Puerto Rican BSN. Guaynabo is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 14-12 record. In the team's last game Cousins had a remarkable 81.8% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Guaynabo, being already a very valuable addition to the team. DeMarcus Cousins averages this season 19.8ppg and 9.9rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last week's games was young American point guard David Stockton (180-PG-1991) of second-ranked Santurce. Stockton impressed basketball fans with 39 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists. Bad luck as Santurce was edged by the lower-ranked Humacao (#5, 11-16) 120-117. Despite lost game Santurce moved up to second position in Group B. His team's 15-12 record is not bad at all. Stockton is one of the most experienced players at Santurce and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.0ppg (#5). He also recorded 6.9 assists per game. The third best performed player last week was American forward Christopher Ortiz (203-PF-1993) of Manati (#5). Ortiz got into 30-points club by scoring 38 points in the last week. He went also for six rebounds . Despite Ortiz's great performance Manati lost 87-96 to slightly higher-ranked Arecibo (#3, 15-12). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Manati not to end season at such low position in Group A, however are less than slim as they have already lost 18 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Ortiz could try to bring Manati's a little bit higher in the standings. Ortiz has individually a great season in Puerto Rico. After 28 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.9ppg (9th best). He also has FGP: 50.2% and 3PT: 44.9%. Christopher Ortiz has also Puerto Rican passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Travis Trice II (183-PG-1993) of Humacao - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 14 assists 5. DJ Hogg (203-F-1996) of Mayaguez - 39 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Hassan Whiteside (213-C-1989) of Quebradillas - 26 points and 15 rebounds 7. Davon Jefferson (203-F-1986) of Manati - 17 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists 8. James Ennis (201-F/G-1990) of Humacao - 26 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Akil Mitchell (206-C-1992) of Humacao - 27 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Jordan Cintron (203-F-1998) of Mayaguez - 24 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| BSN Round 31: Leader Piratas lose to Grises - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked Piratas (18-7) recorded its seventh loss in Quebradillas on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked Grises (11-16) 84-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Piratas. Grises dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Piratas' 28. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The game was dominated by American players. point guard Travis Trice II (183-1993, college: Michigan St.) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 assists for the winners. Swingman James Ennis (201-1990, college: LBSU) chipped in 17 points and 12 rebounds. Grises' coach Wilhelmus Caanen used entire bench in such tough game. Center Hassan Whiteside (213-1989, college: Marshall) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 15 rebounds for lost side. Grises have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 11-16 record. Piratas at the other side still keep top position with seven games lost. Grises are looking forward to face higher ranked Gigantes (#3) in Carolina in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Piratas will play on the road against the league's second-placed Atleticos in San German and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Sixth-ranked Leones (8-17) made lots of trouble for third ranked Cangrejeros (15-12) in Juana Diaz. The visitors from Santurce managed to secure only one-point victory 92-91. However their fans expected easier game. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard David Stockton (180-1991, college: Gonzaga) who helped to win the game recording 29 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Kenneth Faried contributed with 21 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. point guard Norris Cole (188-1988, college: CSU) answered with 28 points and 8 assists for Leones. Cangrejeros moved-up to second place. Leones lost their third game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 17 games lost. Cangrejeros will play against Mets (#4) in Guaynabo in the next round. Leones will play on the road against the league's leader Vaqueros in Bayamon and hope to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Guaynabo between Mets and Indios. Fourth ranked Mets (14-12) got a very close home victory over their close opponent Indios (11-17). Mets managed to escape with a 2-point win 117-115 in the fight for the third place. It was a great evening for DeMarcus Cousins who led his team to a victory scoring 37 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). At the losing side DJ Hogg responded with 39 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Indios' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mets moved-up to third place, which they share with Arecibo. Loser Indios keep the fourth position with 17 games lost. Mets will meet at home league's second-placed Cangrejeros in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Indios will have a break next round. In the last two games of round 31 Humacao defeated Santurce in a road game 120-117. Arecibo beat Manati at home 96-87.
Santurce - Humacao 117-120 There was a minor upset in Santurce where 3rd placed Cangrejeros (15-12) were edged by fifth ranked Grises (11-16) 120-117 on Tuesday. Grises looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman James Ennis (201-1990, college: LBSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Panamanian-American center Akil Mitchell (206-1992, college: Virginia) helped adding 27 points and 12 rebounds. At the losing side American point guard David Stockton (180-1991, college: Gonzaga) responded with 39 points (!!!) and 7 assists (made all of his thirteen free throws !!!) and international point guard Gian Clavell (193-1993, college: Colorado St., agency: Octagon Europe) scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Grises. They maintain fifth place with 11-16 record. Loser Cangrejeros dropped to the second position with 12 games lost. Grises will meet at home higher ranked Gigantes (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Cangrejeros will play against Mets in Guaynabo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Humacao: A.Mitchell 27+12reb+3ast, J.Ennis 26+13reb+4ast, G.Belardo 20+1reb+4ast, T.Trice II 18+4reb+12ast, A.Kappos 17+7reb+1ast, J.Josiah 9+2reb Santurce: D.Stockton 39+2reb+7ast, G.Clavell 18+5reb+7ast, A.Matias 18+5reb+2ast, K.Faried 12+13reb, A.Plummer 11+2reb+1ast, C.Duran 10+7reb+6ast Arecibo - Manati 96-87 No shocking result in a game in Arecibo where third ranked Capitanes (14-12) defeated 5th ranked Osos (9-18) 96-87 on Tuesday. It was a great evening for naturalized U.S. Virgin Islands point guard Walter Hodge (183-1986, college: Florida) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 4 assists. Panamanian forward Tony Bishop (202-1989, college: Texas St., agency: 011 Sports) helped adding 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side the former international Christopher Ortiz (203-1993, college: Kent St.) responded with 38 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and American forward Davon Jefferson (203-1986, college: USC) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Capitanes maintains third place with 14-12 record having just one point less than leader Quebradillas, which they share with Guaynabo. Loser Osos keep the fifth position with 18 games lost. Capitanes will meet Gigantes (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Osos will play against Cariduros in Fajardo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Arecibo: W.Hodge 20+2reb+4ast, D.Huertas 16+2reb+1ast, V.Liz 14+4reb+2ast, T.Bishop 11+8reb+4ast, D.Collier 8+7reb+5ast, P.Bass 7+8reb+1ast Manati: C.Ortiz 38+6reb+1ast, D.Jefferson 17+14reb+6ast, I.Sosa 13+1reb+2ast, S.Mac 10+9reb+3ast, D.Moya 5+2ast, C.Gaston 4+1reb+2ast Quebradillas - Humacao 79-84 Top ranked Piratas (18-7) recorded its seventh loss in Quebradillas on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked Grises (11-16) 84-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Piratas. Grises dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Piratas' 28. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Point guard Travis Trice II (183-1993, college: Michigan St.) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 assists for the winners. Swingman James Ennis (201-1990, college: LBSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Grises' coach Wilhelmus Caanen used entire bench in such tough game. Center Hassan Whiteside (213-1989, college: Marshall) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 15 rebounds and guard Brandon Knight (190-1991, college: Kentucky) added 18 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Grises have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 11-16 record. Piratas at the other side still keep top position with seven games lost. Grises are looking forward to face higher ranked Gigantes (#3) in Carolina in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Piratas will play on the road against the league's second-placed Atleticos in San German and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Humacao: T.Trice II 19+3reb+14ast, J.Ennis 17+12reb+1ast, A.Mitchell 12+4reb+1ast, A.Kappos 11+4reb, G.Belardo 9+2reb+2ast, D.Spottsville 6+2reb+1ast Quebradillas: H.Whiteside 26+15reb, B.Knight 18+6reb+8ast, T.Rolon 14+6reb+6ast, W.Cruz 13+1reb+1ast, W.Phillip 5+5reb+2ast, R.Harris 3+2reb+1ast Ponce - Santurce 91-92 Sixth-ranked Leones (8-17) made lots of trouble for third ranked Cangrejeros (15-12) in Juana Diaz. The visitors from Santurce managed to secure only one-point victory 92-91. However their fans expected easier game. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard David Stockton (180-1991, college: Gonzaga) who helped to win the game recording 29 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Kenneth Faried (203-1989, college: Morehead St., agency: Shark Sports Management) contributed with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Four Cangrejeros players scored in double figures. Point guard Norris Cole (188-1988, college: CSU) answered with 28 points and 8 assists and forward Jamil Wilson (201-1990, college: Marquette) added 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Leones. Cangrejeros moved-up to second place. Leones lost their third game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 17 games lost. Cangrejeros will play against Mets (#4) in Guaynabo in the next round. Leones will play on the road against the league's leader Vaqueros in Bayamon and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Santurce: D.Stockton 29+6reb+7ast, K.Faried 21+17reb+1ast, A.Matias 15+6reb+4ast, I.Palermo 15+3reb+1ast, A.Plummer 6+3reb, C.Duran 4+1reb+4ast Ponce: N.Cole 28+4reb+8ast, L.Lopez 12+1reb+1ast, J.Wilson 12+12reb+5ast, M.Rosario 11+1reb, J.De Jesus 9+5reb+1ast, C.Lopez 9+4reb+2ast Guaynabo - Mayaguez 117-115 A very close game took place in Guaynabo between Mets and Indios. Fourth ranked Mets (14-12) got a very close home victory over their close opponent Indios (11-17). Mets managed to escape with a 2-point win 117-115 in the fight for the third place. Mets made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a great evening for American power forward DeMarcus Cousins (211-1990, college: Kentucky) who led his team to a victory scoring 37 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Brazilian-American center Tim Soares (211-1997, college: Master's) helped adding 20 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) responded with 39 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and the former international guard Jorge Pacheco-Ortiz (186-1998, college: Liberty) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Indios' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mets moved-up to third place, which they share with Arecibo. Loser Indios keep the fourth position with 17 games lost. Mets will meet at home league's second-placed Cangrejeros in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Indios will have a break next round. Top scorers: Guaynabo: D.Cousins 37+7reb+3ast, T.Soares 20+10reb+2ast, J.Paige 17+6reb+4ast, R.Balkman 15+7reb+2ast, E.Crawford 15+1reb+2ast, K.Mauras 13+4reb+11ast Mayaguez: D.Hogg 39+7reb+3ast, J.Cintron 24+3reb+3ast, J.Pacheco-Ortiz 14+4reb+16ast, J.Early Jr. 13+5reb+2ast, J.Tyler 10+3reb, J.Matos 5+3reb |
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| QBL Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Al Rayyan and Al Shamal enter Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Al Rayyan - Qatar Club 100-82 Al Rayyan shot the lights out from three nailing 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 33 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American guard TJ Starks (188-1998, college: CSUN) who led the winners and scored 39 points (!!!) and 4 assists. Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) accounted for 21 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Four Al Rayyan players scored in double figures. Al Rayyan's coach Stergios Koufos allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS) came up with 29 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and Serbian center Djordje Gagic (210-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) added 8 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists respectively for Qatar Club in the defeat. Top scorers: Al Rayyan: T.Starks 39+4reb+4ast, M.Faye 21+8reb+8ast, M.Curry 19+6reb+6ast, M.Haracic 12+7reb+7ast, A.Tawfiq Abu 6+5reb+5ast, M.Salem 3+1reb+1ast Qatar Club: B.Halums 29+8reb+8ast, H.Woods II 23+2reb+2ast, D.Gagic 8+12reb+12ast, F.Avdic 7+5reb+5ast, D.Janjic 5+4reb+4ast, A.Badara Ndoye 4+2reb+2ast Al Sadd - Al Shamal 68-70 Strangely Al Sadd outrebounded Al Shamal 53-41 including 22 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 41 assists. It was a great evening for point guard Fadi Abilmona (178-1986) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. American guard Sindou Diallo (194-2000, college: Montana Tech) helped adding 20 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American power forward Clinton Chapman (208-1989, college: Texas, agency: Diamond Sports) with a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists and American-German forward Waverly Austin (211-1991, college: Oregon, agency: Diamond Sports) produced a triple-double by scoring 13 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists. Four Al Sadd players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Al Shamal: S.Diallo 20+6reb+6ast, A.Fadi 16+9reb+9ast, U.Iroegbu 14+2reb+2ast, M.Elmekawi 8+6reb+6ast, S.Osayande 6+11reb+11ast, I.Moutasim 4+5reb+5ast Al Sadd: C.Chapman 17+12reb+12ast, V.Blue 16+6reb+6ast, W.Austin 13+13reb+13ast, A.Hadzibegovic 12+13reb+13ast, A.Faisal 6+3reb+3ast, B.Dieng 4+6reb+6ast |
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Oradea - Cluj Napoca 62-81 Cluj Napoca grabbed 3-2 lead in the championship series. The game was mostly controlled by Cluj Napoca. Oradea managed to win third quarter 25-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was Brazilian Leonardo Meindl (201-1993) who scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. The former international center Emanuel Cate (207-1997) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Lithuanian Donatas Tarolis (205-1994) produced 18 points and American forward Mark Ogden (206-1994, college: Utah Tech) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Oradea: D.Tarolis 18+3reb+1ast, M.Ogden 13+5reb, J.Bostic 9+3reb+2ast, E.Neal 5+4reb+6ast, C.Baciu 4+1reb, T.Gheorghe 4 Cluj Napoca: L.Meindl 15+6reb+2ast, K.Guzman 12+3ast, N.Gordic 11+1reb+4ast, E.Cate 11+9reb+1ast, J.Jones 8+6reb+1ast, P.Richard 8+5reb+3ast |
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He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Cunningham has played previously professionally in Bosnia (Borac WWin Banja Luka), Holland and NBA G League (Westchester Knicks). He was voted to MVC All-Freshman Team back in 2015. Cunningham graduated from University of Dayton in 2019 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball. He played also for Bradley University for one year. |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Mega BG as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Mega BG smashed 3rd placed Vojvodina NS in Beograd 96-64. Mega BG dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Vojvodina NS's 26 and made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Mega BG had a 26-14 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mega BG made 10 blocks. Croatian center Danko Brankovic (215-2000) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Forward Luka Cerovina (200-2000) contributed with 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. International Dusan Beslac (205-1998) answered with 21 points and 7 rebounds for Vojvodina NS. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Vojvodina NS at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Spartak. Vojvodina NS will play next round against strong Borac CA trying to get back on the winning streak. Mega BG will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Metalac VL in Valjevo. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Mega BG (4-1) in Cacak. Visitors were defeated by Borac CA (4-1) 87-82. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Uros Carapic (195-1996) stepped up and scored 30 points and 4 assists for the winners and Sava Lesic chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. International guard Aleksa Uskokovic (189-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 assists. Borac CA keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Mega BG. Borac CA will play against Vojvodina NS (#3) in Novi Sad in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Mega BG will play on the road against Metalac VL in Valjevo and hopes to get back on the winning track. An interesting game for Borac CA (4-1) which hosted in Cacak 4th placed Metalac VL (0-5). Second ranked Borac CA had an easy win 100-74. Bojan Tomasevic nailed 23 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Ibrahim Durmo came up with 17 points for Metalac VL in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Borac CA keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Metalac VL still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Zlatibor. Borac CA will meet Vojvodina NS (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Metalac VL will play against the league's leader Mega BG and hopes to get finally their first victory. In the last two games of round 5 FMP BG smashed Zlatibor on the road 97-78. Spartak was destroyed by OKK Beograd on its own court 80-101.
Borac CA - Metalac VL 100-74 An interesting game for Borac CA (4-1) which hosted in Cacak 4th placed Metalac VL (0-5). Second ranked Borac CA had an easy win 100-74. Borac CA shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 62.5 percentage. Montenegrin Bojan Tomasevic (201-2001) nailed 23 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and Pavle Nikolic (200-2005) accounted for 16 points and 7 rebounds. Five Borac CA players scored in double figures. Bosnian power forward Ibrahim Durmo (201-1997) came up with 17 points and Bosnian center Stefan Simanic (206-2001) added 15 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively for Metalac VL in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Borac CA keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Metalac VL still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Zlatibor. Borac CA will meet Vojvodina NS (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Metalac VL will play against the league's leader Mega BG and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Metalac VL: I.Durmo 17+3reb+2ast, S.Simanic 15+6reb, B.Marko 8+6reb+2ast, M.Sinik 8+1reb+8ast, U.Lukovic 8+4reb, M.Grusanovic 6+3ast Borac CA: B.Tomasevic 23+5reb+2ast, U.Carapic 17+3reb+2ast, N.Pavle 16+7reb+2ast, N.Kocovic 16+1reb+4ast, A.Novakovic 10+9reb+4ast, C.Djordje 5+2ast Zlatibor - FMP BG 78-97 No shocking result in a game when first ranked FMP BG (4-1) crushed 4th placed Zlatibor (0-5) in Cajetina 97-78 on Tuesday. FMP BG dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Zlatibor's 34. They outrebounded Zlatibor 46-23 including a 31-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. FMP BG looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Ranko Simovic (199-1999) nailed a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side and American Beau Beech (203-1994, college: UNF) accounted for 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four FMP BG players scored in double figures. FMP BG's coach Nenad Stefanovic used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Brano Djukanovic (196-1995) came up with 20 points and 5 assists and power forward Dusan Stojicic (204-2001) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Zlatibor in the defeat. FMP BG maintains first place with 4-1 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Zlatibor still closes the standings with five games lost. They share the position with Metalac VL. FMP BG's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Beograd to the arena OKK Beograd. Top scorers: Zlatibor: B.Djukanovic 20+2reb+5ast, S.Dusan 18+5reb+2ast, F.Djuran 15+1reb+2ast, J.Watson 9+6reb+3ast, A.Cabrilo 7+3reb+1ast, B.Tejic 5+1reb+3ast FMP BG: A.Stepanovic 18+2reb+2ast, B.Beech 15+8reb+3ast, C.Moore 13+7reb+6ast, R.Simovic 12+12reb+2ast, M.Todoric 9+3reb+3ast, E.Izundu 9+5reb+1ast Mega BG - Vojvodina NS 96-64 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Mega BG as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Mega BG smashed 3rd placed Vojvodina NS in Beograd 96-64. Mega BG dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Vojvodina NS's 26 and made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Mega BG had a 26-14 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mega BG made 10 blocks. Croatian center Danko Brankovic (215-2000) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Forward Luka Cerovina (200-2000) contributed with 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Five Mega BG players scored in double figures. International Dusan Beslac (205-1998) answered with 21 points and 7 rebounds and guard Marko Ljubicic (195-1987) added 14 points and 4 assists in the effort for Vojvodina NS. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Vojvodina NS at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Spartak. Vojvodina NS will play next round against strong Borac CA trying to get back on the winning streak. Mega BG will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Metalac VL in Valjevo. Top scorers: Vojvodina NS: D.Beslac 21+7reb+1ast, M.Ljubicic 14+2reb+4ast, N.Gacesa 12+4reb+3ast, N.Manojlovic 9+7reb+3ast, L.Nedeljkov 3+1reb, S.Mitrovic 3+1reb Mega BG: M.Rudan 17+4reb+1ast, L.Cerovina 16+5reb+3ast, M.Cazalon 14+3reb+2ast, D.Brankovic 13+11reb+1ast, A.Uskokovic 13+2reb+7ast, K.Petar 9+5reb+2ast Spartak - OKK Beograd 80-101 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd placed Spartak's (2-3) home loss to second ranked OKK Beograd (4-1) in Subotica 80-101 on Thursday. OKK Beograd made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. OKK Beograd outrebounded Spartak 51-32 including 16 on the offensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. OKK Beograd looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Naturalized Canadian guard Stefan Miljenovic (190-2001, college: Slippery Rock) nailed 31 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and guard Nikola Topic (198-2005) accounted for 18 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. OKK Beograd's coach Vule Avdalovic felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Andrija Bojic (208-1993) came up with 21 points and guard Milos Milisavljevic (193-1993) added 18 points and 4 assists respectively for Spartak in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. OKK Beograd keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Spartak keeps the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Vojvodina NS. OKK Beograd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Beograd FMP BG. Top scorers: Spartak: A.Bojic 21+4reb+1ast, M.Milisavljevic 18+4reb+4ast, A.Sokolovic 13+7ast, F.Barna 12+1reb+2ast, S.Dodic 9+1reb, M.Vojin 4+9reb OKK Beograd: S.Miljenovic 31+6reb+8ast, M.Mihailo 20+5reb+3ast, T.Nikola 18+5reb+8ast, J.Andrija 11+16reb+3ast, S.Krsmanovic 6+5reb+1ast, M.Timotej 6+6reb+1ast Borac CA - Mega BG 87-82 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Mega BG (4-1) in Cacak. Visitors were defeated by Borac CA (4-1) 87-82. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Uros Carapic (195-1996) stepped up and scored 30 points and 4 assists for the winners and the former international Sava Lesic (205-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. International guard Aleksa Uskokovic (189-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 assists and Croatian center Danko Brankovic (215-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Four Borac CA and five Mega BG players scored in double figures. Borac CA keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Mega BG. Borac CA will play against Vojvodina NS (#3) in Novi Sad in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Mega BG will play on the road against Metalac VL in Valjevo and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Mega BG: L.Cerovina 20+4reb+4ast, A.Uskokovic 16+4reb+11ast, M.Rudan 15+3reb+1ast, D.Brankovic 14+12reb+2ast, K.Petar 11+3reb, B.Terzic 4+2reb Borac CA: U.Carapic 30+2reb+4ast, S.Lesic 16+9reb+7ast, A.Novakovic 14+3reb+1ast, N.Kocovic 12+3ast, B.Tomasevic 9+7reb, N.Todorovic 4+2reb+3ast |
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| Nike SBL Round 6 of Finals. Levice force decider against Komarno - by Eurobasket News |
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Komarno - Levice 76-81 It was a good game for American forward Tre McCallum (201-1995, college: DePaul) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. Bosnian point guard Drasko Knezevic (185-1993) contributed with 14 points and 6 assists for the winners. American guard Shane Gatling (188-1998, college: Colorado) replied with 26 points and 6 rebounds and the former international swingman Samuel Volarik (194-2000) added 16 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Komarno. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Komarno: S.Gatling 26+6reb+3ast, V.Samuel 16+6reb+1ast, L.Gasic 13+6reb+1ast, V.Djordjevic 11+5reb, D.Stuckey Jr. 5+2reb+2ast, M.Danielic 3+1reb Levice: D.Abraham 17+1reb+2ast, T.McCallum 15+12reb+3ast, D.Knezevic 14+1reb+6ast, M.Lapornik 12+3reb, D.Van Oostrum 10+2reb+1ast, B.Bojanovsky 9+5reb |
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| FIBA Impressed With Pacific Games 2023 Basketball Venue - by Eurobasket News |
| International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Oceania director Amanda Jenkins has predicted that basketball and 3x3 competitions at the 2023 Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands will provide "very high quality and the very best event possible." Jenkins is set to serve as basketball's technical delegate during the Games, scheduled to take place between November 19 and December 2, with responsibility for both formats of the sport. She visited the Solomon Islands capital Honiara to meet local officials and view the projected venues to be used during the Games. "The aim of the visit is really to get a better understanding about preparations and how the events will take place at the Games and to ensure that our athletes are being looked after and that we deliver the best events possible," Jenkins said. Jenkins toured the Friendship Hall, the multi-purpose Honiara City Council Sports Precinct (HCC) and the Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) facility at the King George VI School. "There are some really good venues which will provide a good base for the sport in the future," she said. The venue for 3x3 is not yet finalised, but Jenkins was able to inspect venues that organisers are considering for the event. "The [3x3] will create a really great outdoor atmosphere, the athletes will be quite happy and be able to come knowing that the event will be a really great standard,' Jenkins predicted. "Solomon Islanders know that they now have some really high class facilities that can be used long into the future, which is the benefit of the games for the hosting nation." The Pacific Games also forms part of the qualification pathway for the FIBA World Cup. "Spectators should be prepared for some very high-qualitybasketball, the event will be at a very high standard," Jenkins promised. The men's competition at the Games is set to feature Guam, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Tahiti, Tonga, Solomon Islands, Fiji and Samoa. The women's tournament includes Guam, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Cook Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, New Caledonia and Tahiti. "I'm looking forward to coming back in November and seeing where the sport will evolve," Jenkins said. Table tennis technical delegate Graeme Ireland has just begun his own visit to venues. Officials from taekwondo and weightlifting toured Games facilities last year. Courtesy of: insidethegames.biz |
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| Brancou Badio claims Spanish Liga Endesa weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Senegalese Brancou Badio (188-G-1999) had a great game in the last round for Manresa and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 34. The 23-year old guard had the game-high 24 points adding two rebounds and six assists for Manresa in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Gran Canaria (#6, 19-15) with 30-point margin 105-75. Manresa maintains the 14th position in Spanish Liga Endesa. Manresa is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-22 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Badio as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Brancou Badio averages this season 7.4ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Trinidad and Tobago forward Malique Lewis (202-F-2004) of Fuenlabrada. Lewis impressed basketball fans with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Fuenlabrada lost that game 72-102 to the higher-ranked Obradoiro (#11, 14-20). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Fuenlabrada is still at the dead bottom 18th position. 30 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Fuenlabrada managed to get this year. Lewis is well-known by Fuenlabrada fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was American Ethan Happ (208-C/F-1996) of Rio Breogan (#10). Happ scored 18 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Rio Breogan, leading his team to a 80-77 win against slightly higher-ranked Valencia (#8, 17-17). The chances of Rio Breogan ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 20 games, recording just fourteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Happ could help Rio Breogan to bring them higher in the standings. Happ has a great season in Spain. After 34 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.9rpg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Kameron Taylor (198-G/F-1994) of Girona - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Tyson Perez (202-PF-1996) of Real Betis - 17 points and 13 rebounds 6. Chris Jones (188-G-1993) of Valencia - 20 points and 7 assists 7. Thomas Bropleh (196-G-1991) of Granada - 23 points and 5 rebounds 8. Tyson Carter (193-G-1998) of Unicaja - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Walter Tavares (220-C-1992) of Real Madrid - 10 points and 9 rebounds 10. Giorgi Shermadini (217-C-1989) of Tenerife - 15 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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| Alvaro Folgueiras (ex NGST) signs at Colonials - by Eurobasket News |
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Robert Morris University landed 18-year old Spaniard 6-10 center Alvaro Folgueiras. Folgueiras played most recently at Next Generation Select Team U18 team in ANGT. In four Adidas Next Generation Tournament games he averaged just 1.8ppg and 2.3rpg last season. He also played for DME Academy. Folgueiras represented Spain at the FIBA U17 World Cup in Spain last year. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 5.3ppg, 5.9rpg, 2.0apg, 1.1spg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 53.8%, 3PT-2 (58.3%), FT: 50.0%. He has played also professionally in Serbia, Slovenia and Spain (Unicaja-Andalucia, Unicaja). |
| Liga Endesa Round 34: Leader Barca gets another victory - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in Liga Endesa just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Leader Barca delivered the twenty ninth win on Wednesday night. This time they crushed 9th ranked Murcia (16-18) 86-57 in Barcelona. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Murcia. Barca made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Murcia's players. 28 personal fouls committed by Murcia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Czech center Jan Vesely (213-1990) fired 14 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Turkish center Sertac Sanli (213-1991) chipped in 15 points. American point guard Chris Chiozza (183-1995, college: Florida, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 7 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Barca (29-5) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Murcia at the other side keeps the ninth place with 18 games lost. The game in Malaga was also worth to mention about. One of their biggest challengers Tenerife (24-10) played at the court of fifth ranked Unicaja (24-10). Unicaja managed to secure a 4-point victory 75-71. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Montenegrin point guard Kendrick Perry (183-1992, college: YSU) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. David Kravish contributed with 10 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Canadian-Dutch forward Aaron Doornekamp (201-1985, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) replied with 10 points and 7 rebounds for Tenerife. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Unicaja moved-up to fourth place, which they share with defeated Tenerife. Sixteenth-ranked Real Betis (10-24) made lots of trouble for third ranked Real Madrid (28-6) on Wednesday. Real Madrid managed to secure only two-point victory 79-77. However their fans expected much easier game. Mario Hezonja scored 11 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Tyson Perez responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Real Madrid have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Baskonia. Loser Real Betis dropped to the seventeenth position with 24 games lost. Rest of the games of round 34 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Baskonia defeated Girona in Vitoria 75-70. Bilbao was smashed by Unicaja at home 71-103. Joventut lost to Granada on the opponent's court 62-73. Manresa outscored Gran Canaria in a home game 105-75. Bottom-ranked Fuenlabrada was rolled over Obradoiro on the road 102-72. Tenerife crushed Zaragoza on its own court 92-69. Rio Breogan beat Valencia in Lugo 80-77.
Unicaja - Tenerife 75-71 The game in Malaga was also worth to mention about. One of their biggest challengers Tenerife (24-10) played at the court of fifth ranked Unicaja (24-10). Unicaja managed to secure a 4-point victory 75-71. Unicaja forced 20 Tenerife turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Montenegrin point guard Kendrick Perry (183-1992, college: YSU) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. American-Bulgarian center David Kravish (207-1992, college: California) contributed with 10 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Canadian-Dutch forward Aaron Doornekamp (201-1985, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) replied with 10 points and 7 rebounds and international center Fran Guerra (214-1992) added 9 points in the effort for Tenerife. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Unicaja moved-up to fourth place, which they share with defeated Tenerife. Top scorers: Tenerife: A.Doornekamp 10+7reb, F.Guerra 9+4reb+3ast, G.Shermadini 8+4reb, M.Huertas 8+7ast, J.Fernandez 8+1reb+1ast, S.Salin 8+2reb Unicaja: K.Perry 19+3reb+3ast, A.Diaz 12+1reb+5ast, D.Kravish 10+7reb+2ast, W.Thomas 6, M.Ejim 5, D.Brizuela 5+1reb+4ast Girona - Baskonia 70-75 There was no surprise when 15th ranked Girona (11-23) was defeated at home by second ranked Baskonia (28-6) 75-70 on Wednesday. Baskonia made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Baskonia outrebounded Girona 43-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. American guard Darius Thompson (193-1995, college: WKU) scored 16 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Estonian center Maik-Kalev Kotsar (211-1996, college: S.Carolina) chipped in 11 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American swingman Kameron Taylor (198-1994, college: Seton Hill) responded with 17 points and 7 rebounds and American-Cameroonian point guard Jeremiah Hill (188-1995, college: Valdosta St.) scored 17 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Baskonia maintains second position with 28-6 record behind leader Barca, which they share with Real Madrid. Newly promoted Girona keeps the fifteenth place with 23 games lost. They share the position with Granada. Top scorers: Girona: K.Taylor 17+7reb+3ast, J.Hill 17+3reb+2ast, M.Fjellerup 9+2reb+2ast, J.Colom 6+1reb+1ast, D.Miletic 6+6reb+1ast, E.Vila 5 Baskonia: D.Thompson 16+4reb+5ast, M.Kotsar 11+6reb+3ast, T.Sedekerskis 10+4reb+2ast, M.Howard 7+1reb, M.Heidegger 7+1reb+2ast, S.Enoch 6+6reb+2ast Bilbao - Unicaja 71-103 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Unicaja (24-10) smashed on the road 10th ranked Bilbao (14-20) 103-71 on Tuesday. They outrebounded Bilbao 41-30 including 32 on the defensive glass. Unicaja looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Tyson Carter (193-1998, college: MSU) scored 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American-German forward Dylan Osetkowski (206-1996, college: Texas) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Unicaja players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international forward Alejandro Reyes (197-1993) responded with 19 points and American point guard Adam Smith (185-1992, college: Georgia Tech) scored 15 points and 6 assists. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Unicaja moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Tenerife. Loser Bilbao keeps the tenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Rio Breogan and Obradoiro. Top scorers: Bilbao: A.Reyes 19+2reb, A.Smith 15+6ast, J.Withey 11+5reb, G.Tsalmpouris 8+2reb, N.Radicevic 7+1reb+7ast, M.Kyser 4+3reb Unicaja: T.Carter 21+6reb+5ast, N.Djedovic 14+4reb, D.Osetkowski 13+7reb+1ast, T.Kalinoski 12+3ast, D.Kravish 10+3reb+1ast, K.Perry 10+3reb+4ast Granada - Joventut 73-62 There was an upset when higher ranked Joventut (19-15) was defeated on the road by seventeenth ranked Granada (11-23) 73-62 on Wednesday. Liberian-American guard Thomas Bropleh (196-1991, college: Boise St.) scored 23 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Luke Maye (203-1997, college: UNC) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American guard Kyle Guy (188-1997, college: Virginia) responded with 18 points and 4 assists and Slovakian power forward Vladimir Brodziansky (210-1994, college: TCU, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 14 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Granada have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifteenth place, which they share with Girona. Loser Joventut dropped to the sixth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Gran Canaria. Top scorers: Joventut: K.Guy 18+1reb+4ast, V.Brodziansky 14+1reb, A.Tomic 8+6reb, J.Parra 7+4reb+1ast, S.Birgander 6+6reb, A.Feliz 4+2reb+1ast Granada: T.Bropleh 23+5reb, L.Maye 15+6reb+1ast, J.Thomasson 9+2reb+2ast, C.Michael 8+2reb+2ast, Y.Ndoye 8+6reb, L.Costa 7+4reb+2ast Manresa - Gran Canaria 105-75 There was a surprise result when fourteenth ranked Manresa (12-22) outscored at home higher ranked Gran Canaria (19-15) 105-75 on Wednesday. They outrebounded Gran Canaria 39-23 including 29 on the defensive glass. Manresa looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Senegalese guard Brancou Badio (188-1999) scored 24 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Jerrick Harding (185-1998, college: Weber St.) chipped in 15 points during the contest. At the losing side French power forward Damien Inglis (204-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 11 points and 5 rebounds and Argentinian Nicolas Brussino (205-1993) scored 8 points and 4 assists. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Manresa moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Zaragoza. Loser Gran Canaria keeps the sixth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Joventut. Top scorers: Gran Canaria: A.Balcerowski 11+2reb, D.Inglis 11+5reb, V.Benite 9+2reb, N.Brussino 8+4reb+4ast, J.Shurna 8+1reb, D.Khalifa 8+3reb+3ast Manresa: B.Badio 24+2reb+6ast, J.Harding 15+4reb+1ast, J.Pablo Vaulet 12+2reb, S.Musa 10+1reb, D.Robinson 10+3reb+2ast, D.Perez 8+4reb+5ast Obradoiro - Fuenlabrada 102-72 Not a big story in a game in Santiago de Compostela where 18th ranked Fuenlabrada (4-30) was outplayed by twelfth ranked Obradoiro (14-20) 102-72 on Tuesday. Obradoiro made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Fuenlabrada turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Fuenlabrada's players. Canadian guard Kassius Robertson (190-1994, college: Missouri, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 22 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and British-Canadian Thomas Scrubb (199-1991, college: Carleton, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Obradoiro players scored in double figures. At the losing side Trinidad and Tobago forward Malique Lewis (202-2004) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds and American-Liberian Lasan Kromah (198-1991, college: UConn, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 17 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Obradoiro moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Rio Breogan and Bilbao. Fuenlabrada lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 30 lost games. Top scorers: Fuenlabrada: L.Malique 24+7reb+3ast, L.Kromah 17+3reb+3ast, D.Rodrigo 6+1reb+2ast, V.Okouo 5+8reb+1ast, O.Ehigiator 4+4reb+1ast, S.Matija 4+1reb+2ast Obradoiro: K.Robertson 22+2reb+5ast, T.Scrubb 15+7reb+2ast, P.Scrubb 13+1reb+4ast, A.Munoz 10+1reb+3ast, R.Guerrero 10+10reb, E.Vicedo 8+4reb+2ast Real Madrid - Real Betis 79-77 Sixteenth-ranked Real Betis (10-24) made lots of trouble for third ranked Real Madrid (28-6) on Wednesday. Real Madrid managed to secure only two-point victory 79-77. However their fans expected much easier game. Real Madrid made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Real Madrid outrebounded Real Betis 46-32 including 33 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Real Madrid made 7 blocks. Croatian Mario Hezonja (202-1995) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized Cape Verdean center Walter Tavares (220-1992) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side the former international Tyson Perez (202-1996) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and Dominican guard Jean Montero (188-2003) scored 19 points and 4 assists. Five Real Madrid and four Real Betis players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Real Madrid have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Baskonia. Loser Real Betis dropped to the seventeenth position with 24 games lost. Top scorers: Real Betis: J.Montero 19+4reb+4ast, T.Perez 17+13reb, A.Pasecniks 14+2reb, A.Cvetkovic 11+2reb+2ast, V.Gerun 5+4reb+2ast, B.Johnson 4+5reb Real Madrid: G.Yabusele 14+4reb, F.Causeur 11+4reb, M.Hezonja 11+8reb+2ast, N.Williams-Goss 11+2reb+6ast, W.Tavares 10+9reb+1ast, D.Musa 10+4reb Tenerife - Zaragoza 92-69 Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Tenerife (24-10) outleveled at home 13th ranked Zaragoza (12-22) 92-69 on Tuesday. Tenerife looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Brazilian-Italian point guard Marcelinho Huertas (191-1983) scored 16 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Joan Sastre (201-1991) chipped in 13 points during the contest. Four Tenerife players scored in double figures. At the losing side Cuban guard Howard Sant-Roos (201-1991, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 13 points and 6 assists and Nigerian forward Christian Mekowulu (205-1995, college: Texas A&M) scored 15 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tenerife maintains fourth position with 24-10 record, which they share with Unicaja. Loser Zaragoza keeps the thirteenth place with 22 games lost. They share the position with Manresa. Top scorers: Zaragoza: C.Mekowulu 15+4reb+2ast, H.Sant-Roos 13+2reb+6ast, J.Jessup 8+3reb, S.Yusta 8+4reb+2ast, M.Ponitka 6+2reb+4ast, C.Wright 5+2ast Tenerife: M.Huertas 16+1reb+6ast, G.Shermadini 15+3reb+2ast, J.Sastre 13+4reb+3ast, L.Bolmaro 12+1reb, A.Doornekamp 9+3reb+3ast, B.Fitipaldo 6+2reb+3ast Valencia - Rio Breogan 77-80 There was an upset when higher ranked Valencia (17-17) was edged at home by twelfth ranked Rio Breogan (14-20) 80-77 on Wednesday. American power forward Ethan Happ (208-1996, college: Wisconsin) had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and German point guard Justus Hollatz (191-2001) chipped in 17 points during the contest. At the losing side American-Armenian guard Chris Jones (188-1993, college: Angelo St.) responded with 20 points and 7 assists and Montenegrin center Bojan Dubljevic (205-1991) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Rio Breogan moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Bilbao and Obradoiro. Loser Valencia keeps the eighth position with 17 games lost. Top scorers: Valencia: C.Jones 20+1reb+7ast, K.Prepelic 16+4reb, B.Dubljevic 12+10reb+2ast, J.Webb III 9+6reb, J.Rivero 9+2reb, J.Radebaugh 5+3reb+1ast Rio Breogan: E.Happ 18+11reb+1ast, J.Hollatz 17+3reb+1ast, S.Quintela 12+5reb+1ast, S.Garcia 9+1reb+2ast, N.Nenadic 8+2reb+1ast, M.Lukovic 5+3reb+2ast Barca - Murcia 86-57 Leader Barca delivered the twenty ninth win on Wednesday night. This time they crushed 9th ranked Murcia (16-18) 86-57 in Barcelona. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Murcia. Barca made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Murcia's players. 28 personal fouls committed by Murcia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Czech center Jan Vesely (213-1990) fired 14 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Turkish center Sertac Sanli (213-1991) chipped in 15 points. Four Barca players scored in double figures. American point guard Chris Chiozza (183-1995, college: Florida, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 7 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and American-Georgian guard Thaddus McFadden (188-1987, college: Fairmont St.) added 14 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Barca (29-5) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Murcia at the other side keeps the ninth place with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Murcia: T.McFadden 14+1reb+1ast, N.Radovic 9+3reb, C.Chiozza 7+5reb+6ast, A.Pustovyi 6+5reb, J.Sakho 4+4reb, T.Bellas 4 Barca: S.Sanli 15+4reb+1ast, J.Vesely 14+6reb+3ast, R.Jokubaitis 11+3reb+3ast, N.Mirotic 11+2reb+1ast, K.Kuric 8+2reb+1ast, N.Kalinic 6+2reb+2ast |
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| Fribourg Olympic hire coach Thibaut Petit - by Luca Maffioli |
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Fribourg Olympic inked 43-year old Belgian coach Thibaut Petit (agency: LBM Management ) for 2023/24 and 2024/25 seasons. Petit has coached for the last two years at in Russian league. He helped them to make it to both league and Supercup final after they ended regular season as second best team. Petit used to coach Swiss Women U18 National Team (as head coach) back in 2018. He has coached also in France (Basket Lattes Montpellier Agglomeration), Belgium (Pepinster, Liege Basket and Castors Braine) and Switzerland (Lugano). Among many awards he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Belgian League Coach of the Year back in 2014. |
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| Pro A Championship (Final) : C.Africain win Game 3 - by Eurobasket News |
| Club Africain won the final 3 of Tunisia's Pro Basketball Championship Super Playoff over Union Sportive Monastirienne won 72-68, on Tuesday in Rades. In the first two games, played in Monastir, US Monastirienne won by 92-89 and 78-72. The final will be played over five games and the first club to win three times will be crowned champions of the 2022-2023 season. Super Playoff Final 1 Played Friday, May 12 in Monastir: US Monastir - C. Africain 92-89 Final 2 Played Monday, May 22 in Monastir: US Monastir - C. Africain 78-72 Final 3 Played Wednesday, May 24 in Rades: C. Africain - US Monastir 72-68 Fixtures Final 4 Playing Friday, May 26 in Rades (6 pm): C. Africain - US Monastir Final 5 Playing Monday, May 29 in Monastir (5:30 pm): US Monastir - C. Africain Courtesy of: tap.info.tn |
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| Fribourg hire coach Thibaut Petit - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has coached also in France (Basket Lattes Montpellier Agglomeration), Belgium (Pepinster, Liege Basket and Castors Braine) and Switzerland (Lugano). Among many awards he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Belgian League Coach of the Year back in 2014. |
| CANADA |
| Washington inks at Torun at the beginning of her pro career - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Washington started her college career at Drexel University (NCAA). Washington's high school career she had spent at Durham Prep in Whitby, ON. She was a member of Canadian U18 National Team back in 2018. Of course it will be her first season as a professional player. Washington played in the final of CAA Tournament in 2019 and 2022. |
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| Heredia Asoheba and Gold San Jose win 2023 openers - by Eurobasket News |
| Heredia Asoheba and Gold San Jose have won 2023 openers in Liga Superior. Heredia Asoheba overcame Alajuela 67-59. Trailing 9-24 at the end of the first period, Heredia Asoheba took control in the rest of the game with a final 27-8 surge. Gold San Jose meanwhile needed overtime to beat Coopenae ARBA 58-52. Gold San Jose was behind 3 points at the halftime, then tied it all at 50-50. In overtime, Gold San Jose posted a final 8-2 surge to seal the win. |
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| Pula welcomes back Packovski - by Zeljko Zule | |||
She was also a member of Croatian international program for some years. Packovski played for Croatian Senior National Team between 2014 and 2016 and previously for U18 National Team in 2012. She represented Croatia at the Qualifications to European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2017 seven years ago. Her stats at that event were 6 games: 1.5ppg, 1.0rpg. Packovski has played also professionally in Italy (Albino, La Spezia and Alpo), Poland (Sosnowiec) and Croatia (Medvescak, Novi Zagreb and Novi Zagreb 2nd team). Her team won Italian Serie A2 Group South Regular Season in 2019. |
| Slovenia outscore Croatia in Podcetrtek - by Eurobasket News |
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Slovenia - Croatia 86:78 Slovenia outscored Croatia 86-78 in Podcetrtek for the EuroBasket 2023 preparation. The guests grabbed a 24-21 lead at the start, whilst Slovenia dominated the second period with a 28-13 surge. Croatia won the third and the last stanzas to reduce the gap to the final. Teja Oblak (173-PG-1990) top-scored for the winners with 24 points and Zala Friskovec (179-G-1999) netted 15. Karla Erjavec (178-G-1999) answered with 32 points in a loss, whilst Matea Tadic (176-PG-1999) produced 14. |
| CZECH REPUBLIC |
| Czech Republic beat Turkey at the EuroBasket 2023 preparation - by Eurobasket News |
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Turkey - Czech Republic 70:83 Czech Republic edged Turkey at the EuroBasket 2023 preparation, 83-70. They pulled a 23-20 lead at the end of the first period and led 40-36 at the halftime. Both teams nailed 60 points at the end of the third quarter, whilst Czech Republic needed a final 23-10 surge to win the opener. Natalie Stoupalova (185-PF-1998, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) stepped up with 17 points and Emma Cechova (195-F-2004) had 14. Tilbe Senyurek (190-C-1995) answered with 18 points in a loss and Uzun brought 13. |
| FIJI |
| Easter basketball: Police team in it to win it - by Eurobasket News |
| The Fiji Police women's basketball team says they are 'in it to win it'. The 12-member squad is taking part in the Raiwaqa Basketball Association inter-lane Easter competition this week. The seven-day tournament shot off to a great start last Saturday with 39 teams from in and around the Raiwaqa-Raiwai areas at Edward Hattauer's court in Raiwaqa, Suva. Former Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua 15's flanker Akosita Ravato said in a bid to raise awareness on safety issues affecting communities, Police were using sports as a platform to conduct its policing, crime prevention campaign and awareness messages. 'Our team at the Fiji Police Force (FPF) just put together a team as part of our community policy program,' the 34-year-old said. 'Raiwaqa area is a good place to have a police team participating as part of our awareness and community policy program to reach out to the community. 'There's always negative feedback that comes from crowds, some are anti-police, so the reason why we participate in sports in communities tournaments such as this is to reach out to them and create a family-friendly atmosphere.' Ravato said the team also included police officers who were interested in representing FPF in sports. 'Half of our team is made up of civilians, those that are looking for employment to join the police force through basketball and seven of us are police officers from different divisions here in Southern and Eastern Division. 'We just met up last week so most of the girls just come with their game experience from the different clubs. 'Some girls have netball, athletics background so all that combination and with a few training sessions we were able to play together as a team. 'We play just to be noticed on the court and to show that yes police force is also taking part not to be competitive but to reach out to the community.' The tournament ends on Saturday. Courtesy of: fijitimes.com |
| FRANCE |
| Evrard re-signs at Bretagne - by Eurobasket News | |
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Landerneau Bretagne Basket (LFB) confirmed in their roster 18-year old Laura Evrard (2004) for new 2023-24 season. Evrard played there last season. In 20 LFB games she recorded just 2.7ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.8apg. She represented France at the FIBA U18 Women's European Championship in Heraklion (Greece) last year. Her team won Bronze and her stats at that event were 7 games: 1.9ppg, 1.9rpg, 2.3apg, 1.0spg. |
| Bretagne signs Prescillia Lezin - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Charnay in French LFB where in 28 games she recorded 6.5ppg, 3.2rpg and 1.5apg in that year. She represented France at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Matosinhos (Portugal) six years ago. Her team got to the Semifinals and her stats at that event were 7 games: 2.3ppg, 1.4rpg. Lezin has played previously for Lyon. She won French LF2 championship title in 2019. |
| ISRAEL |
| Israel ease past Slovakia at the Diplomat Arena - by Eurobasket News |
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Slovakia - Israel 74:87 Israel overcame Slovakia 87-74 at the Diplomat Arena. They grabbed a 22-10 lead at the start and increased to 15 points at the halftime. Israel also won the third quarter 22-19, whilst Slovakia replied with a 27-22 run in the last stanza. Lior Garzon (185-F-2001) top-scored for the winners with 17 points and Yarden Garzon (190-G-2003) had 16. Danielle Raber (183-F-1996) delivered 15, while Alexandra Cohen (196-F/C-1993, college: Northwestern) had 13. Terezia Palenikova (178-SF-1995) replied with 17 points in defeat and Barbora Wrzesiski brought 14. |
| ITALY |
| Spain edge Italy in Vigo - by Eurobasket News |
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Spain - Italy 55-44 Spain outgunned Italy in the test game in Vigo. Raquel Carrera (188-C-2001) and Paula Ginzo (187-F-1998) scored 10 points each for the hosts. Spain held their opponents to just 7 points in the first period to take a 6-point lead. Italy however narrowed the gap at 1-point mark at the interval 23-22. Spain however responded with a strong 24-9 run in the third period to clear off for good. Andre Olbis (192-C-1998) and Cecilia Zandalasini (189-F-1996) answered with 12 points each for Italy. |
| Sanga Milano win A2 North, clinch promotion - by Eurobasket News |
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Sanga Milano earned Serie A1 promotion. They swept Costa Masnaga following a 69-63 road win in Game 2 of the Serie A2 Finals to punch their top division tickets. Susanna Toffali scored 17 points to pace the winners. Costa Masnaga led throughout the bigger part of the game. They recorded a 22-14 lead after ten minutes. Costa Masnaga accounted for a 33-27 halftime lead. Sanga Milano pulled within one point at the final break. The visitors then went on a strong push in the fourth stanza to snatch the decisive win at the end. Benedetta Bonomi (181-PF-1997) tossed in 14 points in the victory. Patricia Brossmann (183-F-1997, college: San Diego) answered with 18 points for Costa Masnaga.
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| LEBANON |
| Al Ahli signs Aida Bakhos, ex Club Beirut - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | |
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Al Ahli (D1) signed experienced 37-year old Lebanese ex-international forward Aida Bakhos (178cm-1986, college: Lamar). Bakhos moved there from Club Beirut in Lebanese WLBL where she played this season. She helped them to win the League title. Bakhos also represented Lebanon at the FIBA Asia Cup Division B in India six years ago. Bakhos' team won Bronze and her stats at that event were 6 games: 6.7ppg, 4.7rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 29.3%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 65.0%. She has played previously professionally also in Germany (Rheinland) and Lebanon (Homentmen Antelias and Al Riyadi). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com Mediterranean Cup All-Defensive Team back in 2018. Bakhos is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible she may end her playing career at Al Ahli. She graduated from Lamar University in 2008 and it is her 15th (!!!) season as a professional player. |
| MEXICO |
| LNBPF Round 4: Plateras edge Fuerza Regia by two points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most exciting game of round 4 in the LNBPF took place in Monterrey. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of one of their biggest challengers Fuerza Regia (4-3) to seventh ranked Plateras (2-4) 84-82 on Saturday evening. It was a great shooting night for Plateras especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 60.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Khadija Brown-Haywood (180-1994, college: Arkansas St.) fired 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Center Vionise Pierre-Louis (193-1995, college: Oklahoma) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Ciera Johnson (190-1997, college: Texas A&M) produced 21 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Plateras maintains seventh position with 2-4 record. Fuerza Regia lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Libertadores (5-2) against tenth ranked Halcones (2-5) on Tuesday night. Visiting Libertadores were defeated by Halcones in Xalapa 80-65. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Libertadores. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 7 rebounds. Roselis Silva contributed with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. American power forward Lyndra Weaver (185-1987, college: Virginia) replied with 24 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) for Libertadores. Libertadores' coach Sandro Orlando rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Halcones moved-up to eighth place. Libertadores at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. An interesting game was played in Monterrey where Plateras (#7) won against host Fuerza Regia (#4) 78-68 on Sunday evening. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of Japreece Dean who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Plateras' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Delicia Washington responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Plateras maintains seventh position with 2-4 record. Fuerza Regia lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. Rest of the games of round 4 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Abejas was crushed by Astros in Jalisco 87-54. Plateras lost to undefeated Panteras at home 72-85. Adelitas won against Freseras on the opponent's court 85-80. Plateras lost to undefeated Panteras in a home game 52-83. Fuerza Regia recorded a loss to Rojas on the road 49-66. Astros defeated Abejas on its own court 81-66. Adelitas smashed Freseras in Chihuahua 87-67. Libertadores destroyed Freseras at home 102-64.
Halcones - Libertadores 80-65 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Libertadores (5-2) against tenth ranked Halcones (2-5) on Tuesday night. Visiting Libertadores were defeated by Halcones in Xalapa 80-65. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Libertadores. Halcones players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 7 rebounds. Venezuelan point guard Roselis Silva (166-1991, college: Arkansas Tech) contributed with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Four Halcones players scored in double figures. American power forward Lyndra Weaver (185-1987, college: Virginia) replied with 24 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992) added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Libertadores. Libertadores' coach Sandro Orlando rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Halcones moved-up to eighth place. Libertadores at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Top scorers: Libertadores: L.Weaver 24+7reb+3ast, M.Garrick 10+6reb+5ast, B.Jones 10+5reb+4ast, M.Tagliamento 8+1reb+1ast, M.Benson 7+5reb, S.Kostowicz 6+2reb+1ast Halcones: M.Delgado 19+1reb, A.Okonkwo 16+7reb+2ast, B.Jones 14+5reb+5ast, R.Silva 10+5reb+9ast, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 8+8reb+2ast, K.Rakovic 6+4reb+3ast Astros - Abejas 87-54 There was no surprise in Jalisco where 9th ranked Abejas (1-5) were crushed by fifth ranked Astros (5-3) 87-54 on Wednesday. Astros forced 20 Abejas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Jaelyn Brown (184-1998, college: California) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who added 14 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Five Astros players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Zada Williams (188-1996, college: Florida) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and swingman Gia Pack (178-1998, college: NM State) scored 15 points and 4 steals. Abejas' coach Carlos Gorosito gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Astros have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Abejas lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with five games lost. They share it with Correcaminos. Top scorers: Abejas: G.Pack 15+4reb, Z.Williams 14+11reb+5ast, R.Hollivay 8+2reb+2ast, L.Petree 7+2reb, G.Crawford 4+1reb, C.Maria 2+1reb+1ast Astros: J.Brown 25+6reb+4ast, B.McCarty-Williams 14+5reb+7ast, J.Tunstull 12+8reb+2ast, P.Rodriguez 12+2ast, J.Adams 11+10reb+5ast, G.Mayra 5+4reb+1ast Plateras - Panteras 72-85 No shocking result in a game in Fresnillo where top-ranked Panteras (8-0) defeated 7th ranked Plateras (2-4) 85-72 on Wednesday. Panteras dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Plateras' 38. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Roxy Barahman (173-1998, college: Yale) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals and forward Samantha Fuehring (191, college: Louisville) who added 21 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) responded with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Khadija Brown-Haywood (180-1994, college: Arkansas St.) scored 21 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Plateras' coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Panteras have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record. Loser Plateras keep the seventh place with four games lost. Top scorers: Plateras: K.Brown-Haywood 21+3reb+1ast, J.Dean 14+8reb+8ast, K.Jackson 13+4reb, V.Pierre-Louis 11+7reb+3ast, V.Preciado 6, T.Baptiste 4+4reb+1ast Panteras: K.Vitola 21+4reb+3ast, S.Fuehring 21+8reb+2ast, A.Rodriguez 20+2reb+3ast, R.Barahman 19+7reb+9ast, A.O'Connor 4+7reb+2ast, M.Luz 0 Freseras - Adelitas 80-85 Very expected game when bottom-ranked Freseras (0-8) were defeated at home by second ranked Adelitas (6-2) 85-80 on Wednesday. Adelitas had a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kristen Spolyar (178-1997, college: Butler) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import center Danielle Adams (185-1989, college: Texas A&M) who added 12 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American forward Dejza James (185-1995, college: Arizona) responded with 18 points and 7 rebounds and Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Five Freseras players scored in double figures. Freseras' coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Adelitas maintains second position with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Panteras. Loser Freseras still closes the standings with eight games lost. Top scorers: Freseras: D.James 18+7reb+1ast, Y.Boulet 14+8reb+2ast, J.Bonds 11+3reb+2ast, D.Quesada 10+3reb+3ast, C.Bickle 10+7reb+3ast, Q.Hoppie 7+3reb+2ast Adelitas: K.Spolyar 26+7reb+1ast, D.Adams 12+14reb+1ast, M.Ortiz 11+5reb+6ast, A.Tolefree 10+1reb+2ast, C.Rosten 9+7reb+1ast, A.Richards 8+3reb+2ast Plateras - Panteras 52-83 Very predictable result in Fresnillo where top-ranked Panteras (8-0) outscored 7th ranked Plateras (2-4) 83-52 on Thursday. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Samantha Fuehring (191, college: Louisville) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and Latvian center Kristine Vitola (196-1991, college: UTEP) who added 23 points during the contest. Four Panteras players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Trinity Baptiste (183-1998, college: Arizona) responded with 20 points and 6 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) scored 3 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Panteras have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record. Loser Plateras keep the seventh place with four games lost. Top scorers: Plateras: T.Baptiste 20+6reb, K.Brown-Haywood 10+1reb, V.Pierre-Louis 8+7reb, V.Preciado 7+3reb+2ast, J.Dean 3+8reb+5ast, K.Jackson 2+6reb+1ast Panteras: K.Vitola 23+3reb+1ast, S.Fuehring 14+9reb+5ast, R.Barahman 14+4reb+4ast, A.O'Connor 13+10reb+2ast, A.Rodriguez 7+3reb+5ast, J.Giron 6+1reb Rojas - Fuerza Regia 66-49 There was a minor upset when one of their biggest challengers Fuerza Regia (4-3) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Rojas (4-1) 66-49 on Wednesday. Rojas outrebounded Fuerza Regia 38-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. It was a great shooting night for Rojas especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 53.3 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Angela Tompkins (188-1991, college: Wichita St.) who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 8 rebounds and guard Abdi Xicotencatl (192-1998) who added 14 points during the contest. At the losing side Brazilian forward Damiris Dantas (191-1992) responded with 9 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Destiny Pitts (178, college: Texas A&M) scored 12 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rojas have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Fuerza Regia lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. Top scorers: Fuerza Regia: D.Pitts 12+2reb, D.Dantas 9+9reb+1ast, A.Jones 6+1reb+2ast, D.Washington 5+2reb+1ast, R.Perez 5, C.Johnson 5+7reb+1ast Rojas: A.Tompkins 15+8reb+3ast, A.Xicotencatl 14+4reb+2ast, C.Gonzalez 8+2reb+1ast, S.Carey 8+6reb+1ast, A.Bethel 7+4reb+1ast, L.Kizer 6+8reb+1ast Astros - Abejas 81-66 Everything went according to plan in Jalisco where fifth ranked Astros (5-3) won against 9th ranked Abejas (1-5) 81-66 on Thursday. They outrebounded Abejas 37-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Joy Adams (180-1993, college: Iona) who added 16 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. At the losing side forward Zada Williams (188-1996, college: Florida) responded with 20 points and center Rachel Hollivay (196-1993, college: Rutgers) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Abejas' coach Carlos Gorosito tested ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Astros have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Abejas lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with five games lost. They share it with Correcaminos. Top scorers: Abejas: Z.Williams 20+4reb+3ast, D.Soto 19+2reb+3ast, R.Hollivay 15+5reb+5ast, G.Pack 6+4reb, C.Maria 5+4reb, G.Crawford 1 Astros: B.McCarty-Williams 23+6reb+5ast, J.Adams 16+8reb+8ast, R.Amalia 9+3reb+1ast, J.Brown 9+2reb+1ast, P.Rodriguez 9+2reb, O.Montserrat 6+6reb Freseras - Adelitas 67-87 There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Freseras (0-8) were crushed at home by second ranked Adelitas (6-2) 87-67 on Thursday. Adelitas made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Freseras turnovers and outrebounded them 45-31 including 36 on the defensive glass. Adelitas looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 13 points and 16 rebounds and the other American import guard Kristen Spolyar (178-1997, college: Butler) who added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Adelitas' coach Maikel Lopez used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side American guard Qadashah Hoppie (170-1999, college: Texas A&M) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Adelitas maintains second position with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Panteras. Loser Freseras still closes the standings with eight games lost. Top scorers: Freseras: Q.Hoppie 17+5reb+3ast, Y.Boulet 14+8reb+1ast, D.Quesada 14+3reb+5ast, C.Bickle 8+4reb+2ast, J.Bonds 6+1reb+1ast, D.James 4+7reb+1ast Adelitas: K.Spolyar 14+6reb+4ast, C.Fluker 13+16reb+1ast, A.Richards 10+2reb, A.Tolefree 9+2reb+3ast, T.Atkinson 9+3reb+3ast, C.Rosten 9+4reb+1ast Fuerza Regia - Plateras 82-84 The most exciting game of round 4 in the LNBPF took place in Monterrey. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of one of their biggest challengers Fuerza Regia (4-3) to seventh ranked Plateras (2-4) 84-82 on Saturday evening. It was a great shooting night for Plateras especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 60.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Khadija Brown-Haywood (180-1994, college: Arkansas St.) fired 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Center Vionise Pierre-Louis (193-1995, college: Oklahoma) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Ciera Johnson (190-1997, college: Texas A&M) produced 21 points and 9 rebounds and guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) added 17 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Plateras maintains seventh position with 2-4 record. Fuerza Regia lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. Top scorers: Fuerza Regia: C.Johnson 21+9reb+3ast, D.Washington 17+9reb+6ast, M.Grays 13+4reb+1ast, D.Pitts 12+2reb+6ast, R.Perez 8+3reb+4ast, A.Jones 8+2reb+5ast Plateras: K.Brown-Haywood 23+7reb+5ast, V.Pierre-Louis 19+6reb+4ast, K.Jackson 15+10reb+4ast, K.Calloway 14+2reb+3ast, J.Dean 7+5reb+7ast, T.Baptiste 4+2reb+1ast Libertadores - Freseras 102-64 No shocking result in a game in Queretaro where second ranked Libertadores (5-2) smashed bottom-ranked Freseras (0-8) 102-64 on Saturday. Libertadores dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Freseras' 32 and made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Freseras 39-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. Libertadores looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Freseras' players. Worth to mention a great performance of Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 7 rebounds and American power forward Lyndra Weaver (185-1987, college: Virginia) who added 21 points and 4 assists during the contest. Four Libertadores players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Dejza James (185-1995, college: Arizona) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds and Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Libertadores have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Libertadores went down to third position due to points difference. Loser Freseras still closes the standings with eight games lost. Top scorers: Freseras: Y.Boulet 18+7reb, D.James 16+7reb+2ast, J.Bonds 15+2ast, Q.Hoppie 9+3ast, D.Quesada 6+4reb+5ast, G.Frida 0 Libertadores: M.Garrick 22+7reb+2ast, L.Weaver 21+4reb+4ast, S.Kostowicz 14+2reb+4ast, B.Jones 11+1reb+4ast, C.Saad 8+5reb+3ast, I.Martinez 8+2reb Fuerza Regia - Plateras 68-78 An interesting game was played in Monterrey where Plateras (#7) won against host Fuerza Regia (#4) 78-68 on Sunday evening. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Kamilah Jackson (183-1992, college: Hawaii) who added 13 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four Plateras players scored in double figures. Plateras' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and center Ciera Johnson (190-1997, college: Texas A&M) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Plateras maintains seventh position with 2-4 record. Fuerza Regia lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. Top scorers: Fuerza Regia: D.Washington 15+10reb+3ast, C.Johnson 13+6reb+2ast, D.Pitts 9+3reb+2ast, M.Grays 9+2reb+5ast, A.Decosta 8+6reb+3ast, A.Jones 8+3reb+3ast Plateras: J.Dean 22+7reb+6ast, K.Brown-Haywood 14+2reb+2ast, K.Jackson 13+10reb+2ast, V.Pierre-Louis 11+6reb+3ast, K.Calloway 9+2reb+2ast, T.Baptiste 6+3reb |
| NCAA1 |
| Se'Quoia Allmond transfers to Southern Illinois University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Southern Illinois University strengthened their roster with addition of 5-5 guard Se'Quoia Allmond for season 2023-24. Memphis (TN) native played for the last two years at Loyola Marymount University. In 19 games she recorded 4.2ppg, 2.2rpg and 1.6apg last season. Allmond graduated Whitehaven High School (Memphis, TN) in 2021. |
| Kennedy Cambridge commits to Ohio State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Ohio State University added to their roster guard Kennedy Cambridge (5'8'') for new 2023-24 season. Nashville (TN) native moved there from University of Kentucky where she spent her freshman year. In 19 games she had just 2.7ppg, 2.3rpg, 1.2apg and 1.1spg last season. |
| NORTH MACEDONIA |
| Merritt Hempe (ex Nesibe) is a newcomer at Valencia - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She has played also professionally in Germany (ChemCats Chemnitz), Russia (Kazanochka) and Spain (Ensino, Cadi La Seu and Casablanca). Among many awards her team made it to the LFB Semifinals in 2019. Hempe was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB Honorable Mention back in 2020. She graduated from University of Georgia in 2016 and it will be her eighth season in pro basketball. |
| POLAND |
| Zytkowska re-signs at Arka Gdynia - by Eurobasket News | |
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VBW Arka Gdynia (EBLK) confirmed in their roster 21-year old swingman Alicja Zytkowska (179cm-2001) for new 2023-24 season. Zytkowska has played there for the last six seasons. She helped them to make it to the Supercup final. Zytkowska played 8 games in Eurocup where she had 3.9ppg and 1.4rpg last season. The previous (2021-22) season she played at GTK II Gdynia (1Liga). In only one game she recorded 9 points, 2 rebounds and 1 block in that year. She represented Poland at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 in Bourges (France) six years ago. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 2.3ppg, 1.8rpg. |
| Washington inks at Torun at the beginning of her pro career - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Washington started her college career at Drexel University (NCAA). Washington's high school career she had spent at Durham Prep in Whitby, ON. She was a member of Canadian U18 National Team back in 2018. Of course it will be her first season as a professional player. Washington played in the final of CAA Tournament in 2019 and 2022. |
| SAUDI ARABIA |
| Al Ahli signs Aida Bakhos, ex Club Beirut - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | |
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Al Ahli (D1) signed experienced 37-year old Lebanese ex-international forward Aida Bakhos (178cm-1986, college: Lamar). Bakhos moved there from Club Beirut in Lebanese WLBL where she played this season. She helped them to win the League title. Bakhos also represented Lebanon at the FIBA Asia Cup Division B in India six years ago. Bakhos' team won Bronze and her stats at that event were 6 games: 6.7ppg, 4.7rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 29.3%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 65.0%. She has played previously professionally also in Germany (Rheinland) and Lebanon (Homentmen Antelias and Al Riyadi). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com Mediterranean Cup All-Defensive Team back in 2018. Bakhos is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible she may end her playing career at Al Ahli. She graduated from Lamar University in 2008 and it is her 15th (!!!) season as a professional player. |
| SLOVAKIA |
| Israel ease past Slovakia at the Diplomat Arena - by Eurobasket News |
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Slovakia - Israel 74:87 Israel overcame Slovakia 87-74 at the Diplomat Arena. They grabbed a 22-10 lead at the start and increased to 15 points at the halftime. Israel also won the third quarter 22-19, whilst Slovakia replied with a 27-22 run in the last stanza. Lior Garzon (185-F-2001) top-scored for the winners with 17 points and Yarden Garzon (190-G-2003) had 16. Danielle Raber (183-F-1996) delivered 15, while Alexandra Cohen (196-F/C-1993, college: Northwestern) had 13. Terezia Palenikova (178-SF-1995) replied with 17 points in defeat and Barbora Wrzesiski brought 14. |
| SLOVENIA |
| Slovenia outscore Croatia in Podcetrtek - by Eurobasket News |
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Slovenia - Croatia 86:78 Slovenia outscored Croatia 86-78 in Podcetrtek for the EuroBasket 2023 preparation. The guests grabbed a 24-21 lead at the start, whilst Slovenia dominated the second period with a 28-13 surge. Croatia won the third and the last stanzas to reduce the gap to the final. Teja Oblak (173-PG-1990) top-scored for the winners with 24 points and Zala Friskovec (179-G-1999) netted 15. Karla Erjavec (178-G-1999) answered with 32 points in a loss, whilst Matea Tadic (176-PG-1999) produced 14. |
| SOUTH AFRICA |
| Chitlango number one in South Africa WBNL for round 5 - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Siphiwe Chitlango had a very impressive game in the last round for top-ranked Soweto P., receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 5. The player had a double-double of 14 points and 14 rebounds, while her team beat M.Rhinos (#5, 0-1), the league's bottom-ranked team 54-39. It allowed Soweto P. to consolidate first place in the South African WBNL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. But it's just the very beginning of the season and Soweto P. won both games without losing any. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. Chitlango just recently signed at Soweto P. and just after two games she already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Siphiwe Chitlango has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (3rd best: 17.0ppg), rebounds (4th best: 13.0rpg), assists (2nd best: 4.0apg) and averages impressive 4.0spg. The second best player in last round's games was Katia Matlombe of league's leader Egoli M.. Matlombe had a very good evening with a double-double of 13 points and 12 rebounds. Of course she led Egoli M. to another comfortable win outscoring NW Eagles (#5, 0-4) 75-39. Of course Egoli M. still keep Group B's top spot. A very good start of the season for her team, which won so far all 3 games without any defeat. Matlombe is one of the most experienced players at Egoli M. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was another Egoli M.'s star - international guard Modiegi Mokoka (169-PG-1992). Mokoka scored 10 points and grabbed seven rebounds. She was another key player of Egoli M., helping her team with a 75-39 easy win against NW Eagles (#5, 0-4). Egoli M. started extremely well this year. They recorded 3 victories without losing a single game in Group B. Mokoka turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Mokoka has a very solid season. In 3 games in South Africa she scored 10.3ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Maria Mutengo (2001) of Egoli M. - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Phindile Nkosi) of Egoli M. - 6 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Sphila Mdlolo) of NW Eagles - 12 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Herculina Bila) of Egoli M. - 11 points and 3 rebounds 8. Nocwaka Luke) of M.Rhinos - 10 points and 11 rebounds 9. Enathi Petse) of M.Rhinos - 6 points and 9 rebounds 10. Olwethu Vacu) of Egoli M. - 4 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| SPAIN |
| Merritt Hempe (ex Nesibe) is a newcomer at Valencia - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She has played also professionally in Germany (ChemCats Chemnitz), Russia (Kazanochka) and Spain (Ensino, Cadi La Seu and Casablanca). Among many awards her team made it to the LFB Semifinals in 2019. Hempe was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB Honorable Mention back in 2020. She graduated from University of Georgia in 2016 and it will be her eighth season in pro basketball. |
| Ariztimuno re-signs at Gernika - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Sopron (Hungary) five years ago. |
| Spain edge Italy in Vigo - by Eurobasket News |
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Spain - Italy 55-44 Spain outgunned Italy in the test game in Vigo. Raquel Carrera (188-C-2001) and Paula Ginzo (187-F-1998) scored 10 points each for the hosts. Spain held their opponents to just 7 points in the first period to take a 6-point lead. Italy however narrowed the gap at 1-point mark at the interval 23-22. Spain however responded with a strong 24-9 run in the third period to clear off for good. Andre Olbis (192-C-1998) and Cecilia Zandalasini (189-F-1996) answered with 12 points each for Italy. |
| TURKEY |
| Eurobasket.com All-Turkish TKBL Awards 2023 - by Igor Obradovic | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Asiah Jones (190-F-1998) of IzmitPlayer of the Year: Zakyia Weathersby (188-C-1998) of EdremitGuard of the Year: Ameryst Alston (175-G-1993) of Elazig KarabulutForward of the Year: Angela Tompkins (188-F-1991) of RojasCenter of the Year: Zakyia Weathersby (188-C-1998) of EdremitBosman Player of the Year:  Mina Djordjevic (188-PF-1999) of FenerbahceImport Player of the Year: Zakyia Weathersby (188-C-1998) of EdremitDefensive Player of the Year: Aliyah Mazyck (175-G-1996) of KirklareliDomestic Player of the Year:  Nihal Yildirim (176-G-1990) of Tarsus
First Team Ameryst Alston (175-G-1993) of Elazig Karabulut Nihal Yildirim (176-G-1990) of Tarsus Mikayla Cowling (188-F-1996) of Antalya Angela Tompkins (188-F-1991) of Rojas Zakyia Weathersby (188-C-1998) of Edremit
Second Team Amber Smith (180-G-1998) of Dandenong R. Kym Royster (188-F-1997) of Izmit Mina Djordjevic (188-PF-1999) of Fenerbahce Sasha Goodlett (195-C-1990) of Tarsus Channon Fluker (193-C-1997) of Adelitas
Third Team Aliyah Mazyck (175-G-1996) of Kirklareli Idil Sacalir (178-SG-2002) of Fenerbahce Deniz Aygul (186-F-1995) of Izmit Tearra Banks (188-C-1995) of Manisa Mireille Muganza (185-C-1990) of Diba Ankara
All-Domestic Players Team Nihal Yildirim (176-G-1990) of Tarsus Idil Sacalir (178-SG-2002) of Fenerbahce Deniz Aygul (186-F-1995) of Izmit Saynur Tozlu (189-PF-1986) of Kirklareli Basak Altunbey (189-C-1996) of Yalova Vip
All-Imports Team Ameryst Alston (175-G-1993) of Elazig Karabulut Mikayla Cowling (188-F-1996) of Antalya Angela Tompkins (188-F-1991) of Rojas Zakyia Weathersby (188-C-1998) of Edremit Channon Fluker (193-C-1997) of Adelitas
Honorable Mention Saliha Mandiraci (169-SG-2002) of Botas A. Hande Kuzu (182-F-1990) of Tarsus Yagmur Bul (164-PG-1996) of Tarsus Selin Gul (184-PF-2003) of Fenerbahce Ilknur Yildizhan (186-PF-1996) of Elazig Il Saynur Tozlu (189-PF-1986) of Kirklareli Fahriye Bayraktar (185-SF-1995) of Kirklareli Milena Marjanovic (193-C-1991) of Emlak 2 Berfin Sertoglu (171-PG-2004) of Emlak Basak Altunbey (189-C-1996) of Yalova Vip Revaziye Donmez (PG-1988) of Urla |
| Czech Republic beat Turkey at the EuroBasket 2023 preparation - by Eurobasket News |
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Turkey - Czech Republic 70:83 Czech Republic edged Turkey at the EuroBasket 2023 preparation, 83-70. They pulled a 23-20 lead at the end of the first period and led 40-36 at the halftime. Both teams nailed 60 points at the end of the third quarter, whilst Czech Republic needed a final 23-10 surge to win the opener. Natalie Stoupalova (185-PF-1998, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) stepped up with 17 points and Emma Cechova (195-F-2004) had 14. Tilbe Senyurek (190-C-1995) answered with 18 points in a loss and Uzun brought 13. |
| WNBA |
| Young has 30, Aces top Sparks 94-85 to go 2-0 without Hammon - by Eurobasket News |
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Jackie Young (6'0''-PG-1997, college: Notre Dame) scored 30 points on 12-of-18 shooting and defending WNBA champion Las Vegas took control in the third quarter en route to a 94-85 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday night. Down 10 at halftime, Las Vegas stormed back by making 12 of 16 shots to outscore the Sparks 31-17 and take a 67-63 lead into the fourth quarter. A'Ja Wilson (6'5''-F-1996, college: S.Carolina) scored six-straight points before Young had consecutive layups to put the Aces up 61-59 at the 2:34 mark. A'Ja Wilson finished with 19 points and 13 rebounds for Las Vegas (2-0). Chelsea Gray (5'11''-PG-1992, college: Duke) added 16 points and eight assists and A'Ja Wilson (6'5''-F-1996, college: S.Carolina) 10 against the team she spent her first 13 season with. Gray's pullup jumper with 1:30 to play gave the Aces an 89-79 lead. Chiney Ogwumike (6'4''-F-1992, college: Stanford) led the Sparks (1-1) with 19 points, Lexie Brown had 15 and three players scored 11. The Sparks were without leader Nneka Ogwumike (6'3''-F-1990, college: Stanford) because of a non-COVID illness and Dearica Hamby (6'3''-F-1993, college: Wake Forest, agency: LBM Management), two months after giving birth, started in her place. Hamby, who scored 11 points, joined L.A. in an offseason trade with Las Vegas and then she said she had been bullied and manipulated for being pregnant. That led to a WNBA investigation and a two-game suspension for Aces coach Becky Hammon , who denied the accusations. Hammon will return to the bench when the teams have a rematch on Saturday in Las Vegas at which the Aces will receive their championship rings. Brown made all four of her shots, including two 3-pointers, and scored 10 points to help the Sparks take a 25-15 lead after one quarter. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
