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| ANGOLA |
| Stade Malien step onto BAL pedestal - by Eurobasket News |
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Atletico Petroleos de Luanda - Stade Malien 65:73 Stade Malien stepped onto BAL pedestal as they won the third place beating Atletico Petroleos de Luanda 73-65. The team from Mali grabbed a 20-15 lead and led 2 points at the halftime. Atletico Petroleos de Luanda dominated the third quarter with a 20-14 run, whilst Stade Malien replied with a final 23-11 surge to win the game. Aliou Diarra (F-2001) top-scored for the winners with 25 points and Makan Keita (183-G-1999) brought 8. Souleymane Berthe (SF-2000, agency: The French Family Consulting) and Tamandjan Konate (199-F-2002) delivered 7 points each in a win. Carlos Morais (192-SG-1985) answered with 15 points in a loss, whilst Ater Majok (210-C-1987, college: UConn) had 8. |
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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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| Liga WPlay 2023 - Titanes sign Andres Jaime, ex Regatas - by Francisco Vega | |
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Titanes de Barranquilla (Liga WPlay) signed 23-year old Argentinian point guard Andres Jaime (184cm-2000). Jaime moved there from Regatas in Argentinian La Liga. In 46 games he had 8.9ppg, 4.0rpg and 3.9apg last season. The last season he played at Union (also in La Liga) where in 42 games he recorded 9.9ppg, 3.6rpg and 5.0apg (top 4). Good season as he was named League Player of the Week. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Argentinian La Liga Argentina championship title in 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Argentina Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
| 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. |
| La Liga Argentina Round 5 of Semi-Finals. Zarate advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Racing - Zarate Basket 54-57 Strangely Racing outrebounded Zarate Basket 48-36 including 17 on the offensive glass. Agustin Brocal (191-1997) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Lucas Andujar (185-1996) contributed with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Forward Emilio Stucky (198-1994) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Alejo Barrales (174-1991) added 11 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Racing. Top scorers: Racing: E.Stucky 15+11reb+2ast, A.Barrales 11+11reb+2ast, T.Gomez 8+1reb+1ast, L.Ortiz 7+10reb, E.De Pietro 4+1reb, R.Fernandez 4+1reb Zarate Basket: A.Brocal 20+5reb+1ast, L.Andujar 14+7reb+5ast, P.Emilio 9+3reb+1ast, S.Chaine 5+8reb, D.Pineda 4+7reb+1ast, I.Cuassolo 3+2reb |
| La Liga Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Instituto and Quimsa extend leads - by Eurobasket News |
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Instituto - Boca 97-83 Instituto shot the lights out from three nailing 17 long-distance shots on high 65.4 percentage. The former international guard Luciano Gonzalez (194-1990) notched 20 points to lead the effort and the former international point guard Leandro Vildoza (180-1994) supported him with 13 points and 7 assists. Even 19 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) by the former international Marcos Mata (202-1986) did not help to save the game for Boca. American power forward Raven Barber (206-1991, college: Mt.St.Mary's, agency: Players Group) added 18 points and 5 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) for the guests. Five Instituto and four Boca players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Instituto: L.Gonzalez 20+3reb+1ast, N.Copello 17+3reb+1ast, N.Romano 15+1reb, L.Vildoza 13+2reb+7ast, M.Chiarini 11+1reb+4ast, T.Gallizzi 10+8reb Boca: M.Mata 19+3reb+1ast, R.Barber 18+5reb, D.Tucker 14+2reb+4ast, J.Traylor 10+1reb+1ast, L.Schattmann 10+1reb+3ast, L.Mainoldi 6+4reb+1ast Quimsa - Gimnasia 91-77 Quimsa made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. Quimsa outrebounded Gimnasia 39-27 including 27 on the defensive glass. 24 personal fouls committed by Gimnasia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American Brandon Robinson (196-1989, college: Clayton St.) scored 22 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import power forward Eric Anderson (204-1993, college: New Haven) chipped in 12 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Five Quimsa players scored in double figures. Quimsa's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international point guard Sebastian Orresta (188-1993) responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and American center Gerard DeVaughn (205-1988, college: Stillman) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Top scorers: Quimsa: B.Robinson 22+6reb+2ast, F.Baralle 17+3reb, J.Brussino 14+4reb+2ast, E.Anderson 12+11reb, S.Acevedo 12+2reb, F.Ramirez 6+4reb+2ast Gimnasia: S.Orresta 19+6reb+2ast, G.DeVaughn 14+5reb+1ast, I.Gramajo 10+2reb+1ast, G.Mariani 9+1reb, Y.Mensia 9+5reb+1ast, T.White 7 |
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| Thon Maker (ex Fujian S.) joins Kuwait - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | ||||
in Dubai Maker moved there from Fujian Sturgeons in Chinese CBA league where he played the last season. In 38 games he had very impressive stats: 16.8ppg, 10.2rpg, 1.6apg, 1.3spg and 1.7bpg. In 2016 he was drafted by Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) in first round (10th overall). He also represented Australia at the FIBA Asia Cup in Jakarta (Indonesia) last year. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 6 games: 17.2ppg, 8.8rpg, 2.3apg, 1.3bpg, FGP: 54.7%, 3PT: 30.4%, FT: 75.0%. Maker is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Canada (Athlete Institute), Israel (Hapoel Jerusalem), Italy, NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons) and NBA G League (Long Island Nets). |
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| ABL Round 4 of Finals. Gence even the series at 2-2 - by Eurobasket News |
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Gence - Sabah 93-90 Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Collin Turner (185-1995, college: Angelo St.) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. The other American import guard Jared Small (201-1997, college: CMU) contributed with 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Gence players scored in double figures. American forward AJ Patty (204-1995, college: MSU) replied with 27 points and 7 rebounds and American-Nigerian forward Udun Osakue (198-1992, college: SF State, agency: Interperformances) added 16 points and 5 assists in the effort for Sabah. Top scorers: Gence: C.Turner 25+9reb+8ast, J.Small 24+6reb, J.Madrid-Andrews 20+5reb+1ast, A.Mammadov 16+11reb+2ast, J.Akbarov 8+6reb, R.Islam 0 Sabah: A.Patty 27+7reb+1ast, K.Crane 17+4reb, U.Osakue 16+4reb+5ast, C.Rohlehr 10+3reb, M.Edwards 9+4reb, F.Niftaliyev 7+7reb+7ast |
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| Stade Malien step onto BAL pedestal - by Eurobasket News |
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Atletico Petroleos de Luanda - Stade Malien 65:73 Stade Malien stepped onto BAL pedestal as they won the third place beating Atletico Petroleos de Luanda 73-65. The team from Mali grabbed a 20-15 lead and led 2 points at the halftime. Atletico Petroleos de Luanda dominated the third quarter with a 20-14 run, whilst Stade Malien replied with a final 23-11 surge to win the game. Aliou Diarra (F-2001) top-scored for the winners with 25 points and Makan Keita (183-G-1999) brought 8. Souleymane Berthe (SF-2000, agency: The French Family Consulting) and Tamandjan Konate (199-F-2002) delivered 7 points each in a win. Carlos Morais (192-SG-1985) answered with 15 points in a loss, whilst Ater Majok (210-C-1987, college: UConn) had 8. |
| NBA Academy top Team Ferwaba in BAL Elevate Game - by Eurobasket News |
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NBA Academy Africa outgunned Team Ferwaba 67-57 in the BAL Elevate Game 2023. Khadim Mboup (201-G-2006) and Ulrich Chomche posted 14 points each to pace the winners. Team Ferwaba posted a 34-30 halftime lead. But NBA Academy Africa bounced back in the third term. They held their opponents to just 11 points to turn the deficit into a 4-point lead. NBA Academy went on an 18-12 run in the final stanza to race to the win. Rueben Chinyelu (203-F-2003) finished with 11 points for the winners. Rolly Fula Nganga (200-PF-1993) chipped in 14 points for Team Ferwaba. |
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| Pro Basketball League Round 3 of Finals. Oostende take 2-1 advantage - by Eurobasket News |
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Antwerp - Oostende 70-86 Oostende made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Breein Tyree (188-1998, college: Ole Miss, agency: Octagon Europe) who scored 18 points and 6 assists. Dutch point guard Keye Van Der Vuurst (191-2001) chipped in 23 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Slovenian-Serbian center Ivan Marinkovic (207-1993, agency: 011 Sports) who recorded 14 points and American point guard Brandon Anderson (185-1997, college: Brown) added 8 points and 7 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Antwerp: R.Upshaw Jr. 14+3reb, I.Marinkovic 14+4reb+1ast, S.Quinten 9+2reb+1ast, B.Anderson 8+3reb+7ast, D.Bradford 7+2reb+1ast, J.Mwema 6+3reb+2ast Oostende: K.Van Der Vuurst 23+2ast, B.Tyree 18+3reb+6ast, V.Bleijenbergh 11+7reb+2ast, P.Gillet 9+6reb, N.Jovanovic 8+3reb+2ast, S.Buysschaert 6+4reb+1ast |
| Antwerp Giants win U18 Championship - by Eurobasket News |
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Antwerp Giants have won U18 Championship in Belgium. In the Final game they overcame BC Oostende 93-68. They dominated the majority of the game to seal the title. Earlier in the Semifinals Antwerp Giants beat Spirou Basket 74-61. BC Oostende meanwhile edged Oxaco 91-55. |
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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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| Liga WPlay 2023 - Titanes sign Andres Jaime, ex Regatas - by Francisco Vega | |
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Titanes de Barranquilla (Liga WPlay) signed 23-year old Argentinian point guard Andres Jaime (184cm-2000). Jaime moved there from Regatas in Argentinian La Liga. In 46 games he had 8.9ppg, 4.0rpg and 3.9apg last season. The last season he played at Union (also in La Liga) where in 42 games he recorded 9.9ppg, 3.6rpg and 5.0apg (top 4). Good season as he was named League Player of the Week. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Argentinian La Liga Argentina championship title in 2021. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga Argentina Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
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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. |
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| Ferreiras' double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
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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| 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. |
| Orange Killers win Liga Desarrollo 2023 - by Eurobasket News |
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Orange Killers have won Liga Desarrollo 2023 as they defeated Ate Baloncesto 2-0 in the Finals series. They closed the campaign with a final 75-47 win. Kenny Hernandez (PF) and MICHAEL QUINONEZ top-scored for the winners with 24 points each. JANER CASTILLO, Luis Varon (196-G/F) and MATEO TOCTAQUIZA netted 9 each, whilst ARATH PROANO had 8. DIEGO VALDEZ and NELSON MEDINA answered with 9 points each in defeat.
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| Coach Wael Badr agreed terms with Al Gezira - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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| Parnu claim KML Bronze medals - by Eurobasket News |
3-4 PlaceViimsi - Parnu 69-91Parnu stepped onto the pedestal in KML as they rallied past Viimsi to earn the third position. The guests trailed by 5 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 91-69. American point guard Isaiah Hart (180-1999, college: AUM) orchestrated the victory by scoring 28 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international Mihkel Kirves (200-1996) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Karl-Johan Lips (200-1996) answered with 18 points and 5 rebounds and Latvian center Ronalds Zakis (207-1987) added 10 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Viimsi. 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: Viimsi: K.Lips 18+5reb+1ast, M.Toppin 13+6reb+1ast, D.Harris 10+4reb+3ast, R.Zakis 10+9reb+2ast, S.Post 9+2reb+7ast, R.Jorgen 5+2reb Parnu: I.Hart 28+5reb+4ast, R.Valge 17+1reb, M.Kirves 16+7reb+2ast, S.Aav 13+1reb, I.Tamm 9+6reb+2ast, M.Jaakson 4+3reb |
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| ProB Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Boulazac, Chalon, Chalons-Reims and Orleans advance - by Eurobasket News |
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Boulazac - Antibes 95-92 Boulazac Basket made 25-of-28 charity shots (89.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Olympique Antibes turnovers. Olympique Antibes was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for American point guard Nicolas Moore (175-1992, college: SMU) who led his team to a victory with 31 points and 4 assists (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). Bahamas-American forward Travis Munnings (198-1994, college: ULM) contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Five Boulazac Basket players scored in double figures. The former international forward Nobel Boungou-Colo (202-1988) answered with 18 points and 5 rebounds and American-Italian swingman Timothy Derksen (192-1993, college: USF) added 17 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Olympique Antibes. Olympique Antibes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Boulazac: N.Moore 31+4ast, O.Cortale 21+1reb+1ast, V.Toliopoulos 13+1reb+2ast, C.Cavallo 11+9reb+3ast, T.Munnings 11+11reb+3ast, B.Paul 5+3reb+4ast Antibes: N.Boungou-Colo 18+5reb+2ast, T.Derksen 17+6reb+2ast, A.Vincent 16+2reb+3ast, G.Pitard 10+1reb+1ast, X.Pollard 7+6ast, B.Monclar 7+2reb+2ast Chalon/Saone - Angers 77-64 Chalon/Saor made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a quality performance of Lionel Gaudoux (198-1995) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. The former international guard Antoine Eito (188-1988) helped adding 17 points and 5 rebounds. Five Chalon/Saor players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American-Bahamas forward Jonathan Augustin-Fairell (201-1993, college: Murray St.) with 13 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Raijon Kelly (193-1993, college: Angelo St.) scored 13 points and 5 assists. Top scorers: Chalon/Saone: S.Hannah 18+1reb+5ast, A.Eito 17+5reb+3ast, L.Gaudoux 14+11reb+1ast, D.Bouquet 12+8reb+4ast, M.Markusson 10+12reb+2ast, K.Baptiste 3+2reb+1ast Angers: R.Kelly 13+4reb+5ast, J.Augustin-Fairell 13+8reb+1ast, S.Gauthier 8+3reb+3ast, M.Akuchie 8+2reb+1ast, F.Leopold 8+3reb, Y.Morose 7+8reb Chalons-Reims - Vichy Clermont 82-75 It was a great evening for American point guard Marquis Jackson (183-1994, college: Ohio Christian) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points and 5 steals. Cuban power forward Grismay Paumier (205-1988) helped adding 11 points and 11 rebounds. Four Chalons-Reims players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Tray Boyd III (193-1998, college: ETSU) with 29 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and forward Mamadou Guisse (197-2001) scored 7 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Chalons-Reims: M.Jackson 18+3reb+3ast, D.Skara 13+6reb, T.Crusol 12+4reb+3ast, G.Paumier 11+11reb+1ast, M.Keita 9+1reb+6ast, J.Dally 8+2reb+2ast Vichy Clermont: T.Boyd III 29+3reb+2ast, I.Fevrier 10+3reb+1ast, T.Ville 9+2reb+2ast, L.Delaunay 7+4reb+2ast, G.Mamadou 7+9reb+5ast, C.Bah 6+7reb Lille - Orleans 89-90 Entente Orleans 45 made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. The best player for the winners was Jamaican-Canadian point guard Jarred Ogungbemi-Jackson (178-1991, college: Calgary, agency: Slash Sports) who scored 40 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Jamaican Tyran De Lattibeaudiere (201-1991, college: Lamar) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was center Bastien Vautier (210-1998) who recorded 23 points and Spanish guard Marcos Suka-Umu (193-1985) added 15 points and 11 assists respectively. Four Lille Metropole players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Orleans: J.Ogungbemi-Jackson 40+6reb, T.De Lattibeaudiere 18+6reb+2ast, J.Stark 10+2reb+6ast, V.Bobrov 7+3reb, J.MBida 5+1reb, D.Neftali 4+2reb+1ast Lille: B.Vautier 23+4reb+1ast, M.Suka-Umu 15+1reb+11ast, E.Miyem 13, C.Ponsar 11+4reb+2ast, L.Phillip 7+3reb+3ast, L.Thirouard-Samson 7+1reb+1ast |
| Betclic ELITE ProA Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Boulogne-Levallois reach semifinal stage - by Eurobasket News |
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Levallois - Cholet 81-69 Metropolitans looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was international forward Victor Wembanyama (224-2004) who scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international swingman Lahaou Konate (196-1991) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was center Neal Sako (210-1998) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and Boris Dallo (196-1994) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Levallois: W.Victor 19+9reb+4ast, D.Jones 15+2reb+5ast, T.Thomas 14+3reb+3ast, L.Konate 14+3reb+6ast, B.Sy 9+8reb, C.Bilal 5+5reb Cholet: B.Dallo 15+5reb+5ast, N.Sako 14+15reb+2ast, D.Artis 14+1ast, P.Ellis 10+5reb, T.Campbell 6+3reb+2ast, B.Bliznyuk 6+4reb+2ast |
| Jackson re-signs at Aix-Maurienne - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Jackson has played also professionally in Romania (Sibiu and CSM Steaua Bucuresti). He was also voted to AEC All-Defensive Team back in 2019 and 2020. His team made it to the AEC Tournament Semifinals in 2020. Jackson graduated from University of Maryland - Baltimore County in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. He played also for Temple College for 2 years. |
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| Emanuele Berti (Alba Berlin) Is Proud That The Guys Want To Improve And Understand The Meaning Of Team - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Emanuele Berti is originally from Italy and since 2019 with Alba Berlin. He came to Germany in 2018 and was a video scout with Global Sports Analytics. He began as a Video scout with Alba Berlin and JBBL assistant coach. He is the video coordinator of the club and works individually with the BBL team and is an assistant coach with the NBBL team since 2022. He spoke to eurobasket before the 2023 NBBL top 4 in Frankfurt, Germany. How excited are you be at the 2023 NBBL top 4 in Frankfurt? What are you looking forward to most? The top 4 is where everyone gets together at the end of the season. We really want that everything works out well for the 2004 generation. For some guys it will be the last 2 games of youth basketball. We want them to enjoy it. Alba Berlin are the defending champions and had the best record in the NBBL. Is their energy and hunger now at a different level then maybe 3 months ago? There are many stories to this top 4. The 2004 generation played against FC Bayern Munich 5 years ago in the U-14 final and won. Munich wants revenge and we want to prove we are the best. The Alba players lost with Bernau against Vechta while Urspring wants revenge against Bernau. There is a lot of hype building up. We want to prove why we play the way we do. Important for us is too improve each day so we are best prepared on the top 4 weekend. The team has 7 guys back from last season's winning team, but also added new faces. You never want to compare teams, but is this team stronger than last years squad? This team is different. It is hard to replace a guy like Gian Aydinoglu and we also lost Christoph Tilly. The role of Linus Ruff is bigger and Amon Dorries has a different game than Tilly. The positive aspect is that the core of the team remained. We kept the mentality and attitude of last season's team. The 2004 birth year guys have brought the energy and will to improve each day. This team has experience, can score, defend with a passion and have hungry young players. What other strengths does this team have? We have a good group of good guys. All guys are nice and there are no ego's. All care about each other. It makes our job a lot easier when kids want to improve and understand the meaning of team. The team allows 59 points per game. What is so special about this team's defense and do the guys able to heighten it 2 more times? That is our goal. We want to play aggressive and with energy. Our goal is to work together 5 vs the ball, 5 vs the rebound and 5 vs the pick and roll. Our energy is special. Our goal is to keep improving and fix the little details. Alba Berlin split this season with other top team Young Dragons Vechta losing by 2 points in the first game and then winning by 23 points. Are the players aware how hungry Vechta will be for revenge? Yes we are aware of their hunger and revenge. It is hard to compare the 2 games. In both games guys were missing from both teams. We have an extra motivation to play against Kaya Bayram who was with us last season. We love him. This game is also one against friends. We know that Vechta has to prove that they are better than last season. Alba Berlin and Vechta are the favorites while Urspring and FC Bayern Munchen are also tough. How do you rate these 2 clubs in talent? Both teams improved a lot this season. Munich had injuries but they have Ivan Khartchenkov back and Luis Wulf will play more. Munich depend a lot on their individual talent, but they are still a good team. Urspring is well coached and use a lot of energy on how they scout other teams. They have a sophisticated way to play and have a good system and know their strengths. They have 3 high quality players with Finn Pook, Jared Grey and Jorke Aav. They peaked against Ludwigsburg. They will be tough. A very promising young player is Jack Kayil. How good is he and what do you appreciate most about his game? His instincts make him special. He still needs to learn to play more adult and reading the game better is a challenge. He is an easy player to coach because he always gives his best. You don't need to motivate him. I'm proud to have him. Two new players are Amon Doerries and Dorian Grosber. Talk a little about them and how their games will impact the game in Frankfurt? Both impact the game with their effort and energy. They play defense without stopping. They can impact the game with their energy on transition and defense. They made good steps this season. The heart and soul of the team are Linus Ruff, Elias Rapiqeue, Nils Machowski, Jamal Entezami and Rikus Schulte. Which guy has turned out to be the ultimate leader on the team? I don't think that there is an ultimate leader. All show it in different ways. Rikus isn't the most vocal off the court, but on the court he plays by example. Elias and Nils have great personalities. Both are always helping others. Linus's game gives feeling to the team. His play makes others better. Elias is tough and leads by example. All are energetic and focused. What exactly is your role as an assistant coach and how does your work shine through most? I split time between the BBL and NBBL teams. With the NBBL team I do individual training and watch videos. With the BBL team I am the video coordinator and prepare clips of the Euroleague opponents. I cut videos and prepare stats. What kind of an experience has it been working with Vladimir Bogojevic ? What have you appreciated most about him? He is super. He is an example for all youth coaches. He has discipline and has the kids play the game the right way. You can always learn something from him. He isn't only a basketball teacher, but tries to teach the guys things for life. He is always there for the players on and off the court. He always tries to give advice. He is an educator that also teaches basketball. How likely will it be that on Sunday night the German basketball community can celebrate 2 titles for Alba Berlin? It depends on how we play. We have 2 teams and many ideas on how to play and defend. We all want to win. How well we play and if we win will depend how well we prepared and improved in the last 5 weeks. Thanks Emanuele for the chat. |
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| DBL Round 3 of Finals. Groningen regain the lead - by Eurobasket News |
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ZZ Leiden - Groningen 55-64 The best player for the winners was American guard Stephaun Branch (196-1995, college: UWG, agency: Slash Sports) who scored 16 points and 6 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). His fellow American import forward Clay Mounce (201-1998, college: Furman) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Deion Hammond (193-1999, college: Monmouth, agency: One Motive Sports) who recorded 14 points and 6 steals and Lithuanian forward Erikas Venskus (205-2000) added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: ZZ Leiden: D.Hammond 14+4reb+3ast, E.Venskus 11+6reb+1ast, T.Rutherford 7+4reb+2ast, S.Van Den Elzen 6+2reb, M.Bouwknecht 5+1ast, R.Schaftenaar 4+2reb Groningen: C.Mounce 16+6reb+1ast, S.Branch 16+6reb+1ast, V.Gaddefors 12+6reb+3ast, V.Taylor 5+3reb, W.Brandwijk 4+7reb+2ast, P.Olisemeka 4+2reb |
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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 |
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| Thon Maker (ex Fujian S.) joins Kuwait - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | ||||
in Dubai Maker moved there from Fujian Sturgeons in Chinese CBA league where he played the last season. In 38 games he had very impressive stats: 16.8ppg, 10.2rpg, 1.6apg, 1.3spg and 1.7bpg. In 2016 he was drafted by Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) in first round (10th overall). He also represented Australia at the FIBA Asia Cup in Jakarta (Indonesia) last year. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 6 games: 17.2ppg, 8.8rpg, 2.3apg, 1.3bpg, FGP: 54.7%, 3PT: 30.4%, FT: 75.0%. Maker is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Canada (Athlete Institute), Israel (Hapoel Jerusalem), Italy, NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons) and NBA G League (Long Island Nets). |
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| LBL Round 3 of Finals. Al Riyadi earn second consecutive victory - by Eurobasket News |
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Dynamo - Al Riyadi 73-82 Al Riyadi knocked down Dynamo to gain the second straight victory in the championship series. Al Riyadi made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. 25 personal fouls committed by Dynamo helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for South Sudanese-Australian center Duop Reath (210-1996, college: LSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 18 rebounds. The former international guard Amir Saoud (186-1991) contributed with 18 points (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!) for the winners. Al Riyadi's coach Ahmad Farran used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Zach Lofton (193-1992, college: NM State, agency: Slash Sports) answered with 28 points and 6 rebounds and South Sudanese-Australian center Jo Lual-Acuil Jr (213-1994, college: Baylor) added 11 points and 15 rebounds in the effort for Dynamo. Top scorers: Dynamo: Z.Lofton 28+6reb+1ast, J.Lual-Acuil Jr. 11+15reb+2ast, M.Alkhoury 9+5reb, A.Mahmoud 8+2reb, J.Khalil 7+6reb+5ast, K.Ezzeddine 5+5reb Al Riyadi: D.Reath 27+18reb+2ast, A.Saoud 18+3reb+2ast, K.Murphy 10+9reb+3ast, W.Arakji 8+3reb+1ast, H.Gyokchyan 8+8reb+1ast, I.Moneim 7 |
| Cliff Alexander (ex Sagesse) joins Al Nasr - by Yusuf Abduljalil | ||||
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. Alexander is quite experienced player. Alexander's career allowed him to visit four different continents, while he played in seven different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America. Alexander has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Metros), France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket and Le Mans), Germany (Brose Bamberg), Korea (KoGas and Suwon KT Sonicboom), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Portland Trail Blazers and Orlando Magic), NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors, College Park SkyHawks, Long Island Nets and Wisconsin Herd) and NBA Summer League (LA Clippers). His team won German Bundesliga Cup in 2019. He attended University of Kansas until 2015 and it is his eighth season as a professional player. On Alexander: A low-post scoring presence who can anchor the rebounding effort but won't be much of a threat, at least initially, anywhere except the block. |
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| Cliff Alexander (ex Sagesse) joins Al Nasr - by Yusuf Abduljalil | ||||
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. Alexander is quite experienced player. Alexander's career allowed him to visit four different continents, while he played in seven different countries. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America. Alexander has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Metros), France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket and Le Mans), Germany (Brose Bamberg), Korea (KoGas and Suwon KT Sonicboom), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Portland Trail Blazers and Orlando Magic), NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors, College Park SkyHawks, Long Island Nets and Wisconsin Herd) and NBA Summer League (LA Clippers). His team won German Bundesliga Cup in 2019. He attended University of Kansas until 2015 and it is his eighth season as a professional player. On Alexander: A low-post scoring presence who can anchor the rebounding effort but won't be much of a threat, at least initially, anywhere except the block. |
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| Stade Malien step onto BAL pedestal - by Eurobasket News |
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Atletico Petroleos de Luanda - Stade Malien 65:73 Stade Malien stepped onto BAL pedestal as they won the third place beating Atletico Petroleos de Luanda 73-65. The team from Mali grabbed a 20-15 lead and led 2 points at the halftime. Atletico Petroleos de Luanda dominated the third quarter with a 20-14 run, whilst Stade Malien replied with a final 23-11 surge to win the game. Aliou Diarra (F-2001) top-scored for the winners with 25 points and Makan Keita (183-G-1999) brought 8. Souleymane Berthe (SF-2000, agency: The French Family Consulting) and Tamandjan Konate (199-F-2002) delivered 7 points each in a win. Carlos Morais (192-SG-1985) answered with 15 points in a loss, whilst Ater Majok (210-C-1987, college: UConn) had 8. |
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| Coach Nenad Milosevic signs at Handlova - by Michal Duchovic |
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MBK Banik Handlova (Nike SBL) landed Montenegrin coach Nenad Milosevic for new season. Milosevic coached most recently at BKM Lucenec. He was coaching Montenegrin U17 National Team back in 2018 and coached also U16 National Team in 2016. |
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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 |
| Hawks Hire Igor Kokoskov As Lead Assistant - by Eurobasket News |
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The Atlanta Hawks hired Igor Kokoskov to be Quin Snyder 's top assistant, sources told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Kokoskov previously worked with Snyder at Missouri and with the Jazz. 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 |
| London Lightning win it all with decisive Game 5 victory - by Eurobasket News |
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The London Lightning captured their second consecutive National Basketball League of Canada championship with a 126-88 victory on Friday night at Budweiser Gardens. The Lightning made use of their entire roster and built an 11-point lead by halftime. London came out of the locker room and took over complete control from there with a massive 49 points in the third quarter avenging a 110-102 Windsor victory one night earlier at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. Lightning head coach Doug Plumb had a feeling he would see a different performance from the Lightning after that Game 4 loss that had seen the Express jump out to a 20-6 lead in the first quarter. 'If you had told me at the beginning of the season that we would have one game at home coming off of a back-to-back where their best players played 48 minutes and we didn't have to do the two-hour bus ride on the day of the game, I'm taking that ten times out of ten,' said Plumb. Jeremiah Mordi (6'5''-PG-1993, college: Queens, NY, agency: Green Sports Management) led the way offensively for London with a triple-double. Mordi had 37 points, 13 rebounds and ten assists. Guard Mike Nuga (6'2''-G, college: UNLV) added 23 points for the Lightning. London shot 49.5 per cent from the field. Plumb says there are certain player characteristics that he needs to see when building a team. 'The very first criteria is are they a winner,' admits Plumb. 'And then are they emotionally resilient and are they tough. Those three things combined give you the heart of a champion and all of our guys possess those things.' Windsor had been able to out-rebound the Lightning in the fourth game of the series but London owned the boards in Game 5 by a 58-42 margin. It was the third championship for the Lightning in the past four completed seasons and London's sixth in franchise history dating back to 2012 when the team was formed. The Express are next on that list with two. The Halifax Rainmen and the Moncton Magic are the only other teams in National Basketball League of Canada history to win it all. Neither one of those clubs is currently operating. Courtesy of: globalnews.ca |
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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 |
| PJ Hayes commits to San Diego - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Hayes' high school career he had spent at Waconia High, which he graduated in 2020. |
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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) |
| PJ Hayes commits to San Diego - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Hayes' high school career he had spent at Waconia High, which he graduated in 2020. |
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| Kwara Falcons The Most American Team In Africa: Here's How It Worked For Them - by Eurobasket |
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The Kwara Falcons are a Nigerian team hailing from Ilorin, Kwara. They compete in the Nigerian Premier League (NPL). They recently gained fame due to their first-ever championship win in 2022 against the Nigeria Customs. This immediately advanced them into the 2023 season of the Basketball Africa League (BAL). Their recent victory may have come as a surprise to them as opposing teams such as Benue Braces, Lagos Islanders and Nigeria Customs were decidedly the crowd favorites. Ajileye Gideon, Falcons Captain, professed the honor that such a win represented league athletes throughout the country. "Winning the league was one of my goals,' he admitted. 'Though it was not an easy task but with the caliber of players I ended the season with, it made it possible. I feel great to be part of the history-making team because for Kwara Falcons this is the first time of reaching this height.' The Falcons have made quite a name for themselves since their victory. Their training and style of play bear some similarities to that of American basketball and have aided in their rise and prestige within the Nigerian community. Their success will serve to inspire teams of every sport to incorporate fresh techniques and methods in order to improve performances. Although there are currently not many sports betting sites that offer bets for African teams, the Falcons have proven their significance and may attract attention from such companies soon enough. The Falcons' dominance on the court may also garner the interest of international sports companies in time, resulting in further exposure to African sport culture by extension. Their recent championship has captivated the hearts of many, African and otherwise, gaining them more support worldwide. Their story is definitely one for the history books, as it showcases the initiative, commitment, and determination of the team in securing their victory. Moreover, the Falcons' remarkable achievements have not gone unnoticed in the sports betting industry. While there are currently limited sports betting sites that offer wagers for African teams, the Falcons' impressive track record and growing reputation may soon attract the attention of such companies. As their dominance on the court continues, it is possible that international sports companies will take notice, leading to increased exposure for African sports culture as a whole. The Falcons' recent championship victory has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, both within Africa and beyond, gaining them a broader support base. Baba Jibril, Falcons head coach, and former Ebun Comets national player, commented on how fulfilling this league championship has been since his numerous league titles. "It took me two days to digest the fact that I had actually led Kwara Falcons to win the Nigeria Premier Basketball League title. I dare say, it's a great and wonderful feeling," he confessed. After the Falcons missed last year's title to Rivers Hoopers, the road to the 2022 championship was no easy road. Nigeria Customs had just dominated their previous rivals, and so, tensions were understandably high as the championship approached. "At that point, I knew the league title could go either way and we had to put in an extra effort to emerge the new champion winning 78-53 against the Nigeria Customs,' Jibril said. 'Kwara Falcons win is not going to be a flash in the pan. As a team, we're aware of the challenges before us and have our minds made up to face them. One of such challenges is ensuring that we stay focused and play like a champion always. We're faced with the BAL which is an entirely different level of basketball." The Basketball Africa League recently began a few months ago, but unfortunately, the Falcons' first game against the Rwanda Energy Group ended in a defeat. Jibril has noted that the BAL is a completely different ball game that presents its own unique set of challenges, and his team will need to remain focused and improve their game in order to be successful. He hints that strategies are being put in place to strengthen the team and its roster to continue to achieve success. To the Falcons, coach Jibril encouraged them to strive for greatness and avoid easing up on their drive to win. 'That's why it is very good to have experience. The advice is, this is not the end, and this is not the point at which to be complacent, because we have won a BAL ticket. No,' he advised. 'They need to be more committed to training, be disciplined and determined. This is a starting point. We have to build on what we achieved. To be at the top may be relatively easy, but sustaining it is difficult. Lots of focus will be on us. I don't want it to be as if we won by chance.' |
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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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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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| 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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| KLS Round 5 (Second Stage): Mega BG keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked 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 |
| Hawks Hire Igor Kokoskov As Lead Assistant - by Eurobasket News |
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The Atlanta Hawks hired Igor Kokoskov to be Quin Snyder 's top assistant, sources told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Kokoskov previously worked with Snyder at Missouri and with the Jazz. Courtesy of: realgm.com |
| SLOVAKIA |
| Coach Nenad Milosevic signs at Handlova - by Michal Duchovic |
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MBK Banik Handlova (Nike SBL) landed Montenegrin coach Nenad Milosevic for new season. Milosevic coached most recently at BKM Lucenec. He was coaching Montenegrin U17 National Team back in 2018 and coached also U16 National Team in 2016. |
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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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| SBL Round 19: Al Wahda defeat Al Jalaa 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 19 in the SBL took place in Damascus. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Al Jalaa (9-5) to third ranked Al Wahda (11-3) 70-68 on Wednesday evening. Al Wahda have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Al Jalaa at the other side keeps the sixth position with five games lost. Al Wahda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Al Jalaa will play at home against Tishreen (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Aleppo supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Al Nawaeer (10-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Al Hurriyeh (5-10). Al Nawaeer smashed Al Hurriyeh 87-66. Al Nawaeer maintains fourth place with 10-4 record. Al Hurriyeh at the other side dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Tishreen. Al Nawaeer will play against Al Wathba (#10) in Homs in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Al Hurriyeh will play at home against Hutteen and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 19 Tishreen lost to Hutteen on the opponent's court 81-91. Al Wathba was outscored by Al Jaish in a home game 61-80.
Al Hurriyeh - Al Nawaeer 66-87 The game in Aleppo supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Al Nawaeer (10-4) played at the court of 8th ranked Al Hurriyeh (5-10). Al Nawaeer smashed Al Hurriyeh 87-66. Al Nawaeer maintains fourth place with 10-4 record. Al Hurriyeh at the other side dropped to the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Tishreen. Al Nawaeer will play against Al Wathba (#10) in Homs in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Al Hurriyeh will play at home against Hutteen and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Hutteen - Tishreen 91-81 There was a minor upset in Lattakia where 7th ranked Tishreen (5-10) was defeated by ninth ranked Hutteen (4-12) 91-81. Hutteen maintains ninth place with 4-12 record. Tishreen lost their third game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh position with ten games lost. They share it with Al Hurriyeh. Hutteen will play against higher ranked Al Hurriyeh (#8) in Aleppo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tishreen will play on the road against Al Jalaa in Aleppo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Al Wathba - Al Jaish 61-80 Very predictable result in Homs where third ranked Al Jaish (11-4) smashed 10th ranked Al Wathba (2-14) 80-61. Al Jaish maintains third place with 11-4 record having just three points less than leader Al Ittihad. Al Wathba at the other side keeps the tenth position with 14 games lost. Al Jaish will play against bottom-ranked Al Taleiah (#11) in Hama in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Al Wathba will play on the road against Al Nawaeer in Hama and hopes to get back on the winning track. Al Wahda - Al Jalaa 70-68 The most exciting game of round 19 in the SBL took place in Damascus. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 6th ranked Al Jalaa (9-5) to third ranked Al Wahda (11-3) 70-68 on Wednesday evening. Al Wahda have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Al Jalaa at the other side keeps the sixth position with five games lost. Al Wahda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Al Jalaa will play at home against Tishreen (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
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| PLeague+ Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Fubon Braves clinch Finals berth - by Eurobasket News |
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Dreamers - Kings 115-95 Dreamers dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Kings' 54 and made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Kings 56-41 including a 38-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Dreamers made 7 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by Kings helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for Turkish Ilkan Karaman (205-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 19 rebounds and 6 assists. American center Brandon Gilbeck (213-1996, college: W.Illinois) contributed with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Chin-Min Yang (190-1984) answered with 24 points and 5 rebounds and American swingman Kenny Manigault (195-1991, college: Pikeville) added 13 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals in the effort for Kings. Four Dreamers and five Kings players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Kings: C.Yang 24+5reb+1ast, Q.Davis 13+6reb, K.Manigault 13+9reb+6ast, J.Lin 12+5reb+4ast, B.Mullens 12+8reb, Y.Chien 5+1reb+1ast Dreamers: I.Karaman 30+19reb+6ast, B.Gilbeck 29+14reb+2ast, C.Jen-Jei 22+5reb+1ast, L.Chun-Chi 10+4ast, D.Creighton 9+4reb+3ast, L.Kuan-Liang 6+4reb+1ast Pilots - Fubon Braves 89-101 Fubon Braves outrebounded Pilots 56-32 including a 21-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for the former international guard Chih-Chieh Lin (192-1982) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Ukrainian power forward Igor Zaytsev (210-1989, agency: BIG) helped adding 13 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Fubon Braves players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American-Bulgarian center Jason Washburn (213-1990, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) with 33 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 5 assists and international guard Chun-Hsiang Lu (190-1997) scored 21 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Pilots: J.Washburn 33+6reb+5ast, L.Chun-Hsiang 21+1ast, C.Li 11+2reb+2ast, J.Ayres 9+9reb+3ast, D.Amdy 6+6reb, P.Yao-Cheng 6+5reb+10ast Fubon Braves: C.Lin 29+10reb+2ast, H.Tseng 16+2reb, C.Johnson 16+11reb+1ast, T.Chang 15+3reb+4ast, I.Zaytsev 13+12reb+5ast, T.Jian 7+3reb+1ast |
| TUNISIA |
| Pro A Championship (Final 4): US Monastir champions for 8th time - by Eurobasket News |
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US Monastir won the Tunisian basketball championship (2022-2023 season) for the eighth time and fifth time in a row after beating Club Africain 3-1 in the final 4 (Game 4) of the Super Play-off of the ProA championship, 76-79 on Friday at the Rades sports hall. In the first two games, played in Monastir, US Monastir won by scores of 92-89 and 78-72, while the third round was taken by Club Africain (72-68). It was the 8th title for US Monastir, who have already won the 1998, 2000, 2005, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 editions. Club Africain's record stands at three titles, won in 2014, 2015 and 2016. The two teams will meet again on June 4 in the Tunisian Cup final. Super Play-off Final 1 Friday, May 12, Monastir: US Monastir - C. Africain 92-89 Final 2 Monday, May 22, Monastir: US Monastir - C. Africain 78-72 Final 3 Wednesday, May 24, Rades: C. Africain - US Monastir 72-68 Final 4 Friday, May 26, Rades: C. Africain - US Monastir 76-79 NB: The final was to be played over five matches, and the team with the first three wins is crowned Tunisian champion. Courtesy of: tap.info.tn |
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| Results and Stats from SPB Round 1 of 1/8 Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Guaros - Llaneros 91-72 Guaros made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Llaneros turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Llaneros helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international swingman Jose Vargas (195-1982, agency: Pro Sports) fired 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Cuban center Pedro Bombino (206-2000, agency: Pro Sports) chipped in 22 points (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Forward Cristian Centeno (195-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and American forward Lance Thomas (206-1999, college: USA, agency: Haylett Sports) added 24 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Guaros: J.Vargas 24+7reb+4ast, B.Pedro 22+3reb+2ast, C.Alan 11+1reb, M.Harris 9+3reb+3ast, H.Guillent 8+3reb+12ast, J.Love 6+3reb+1ast Llaneros: L.Thomas 24+3reb+4ast, Y.Flores 16+3reb+2ast, C.Centeno 15+13reb+5ast, W.Martinez 6+3reb, J.Ruiz 6+4reb+5ast, C.Rodriguez 3+2reb Trotamundos - Gaiteros 85-79 Trotamundos looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Dwayne Davis (196-1989, college: Southern Miss) stepped up and scored 27 points (perfect behind the arc making all seven shots !!!) for the winners and the former international center Nestor Colmenares (200-1987, college: Campbellsville, agency: Pro Sports) chipped in 15 points and 11 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Myke Henry (198-1992, college: DePaul) responded with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and the former international swingman Jose Materan (196-1996) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Trotamundos: D.Davis 27+1ast, N.Colmenares 15+11reb, S.Moody 10+2reb+5ast, J.Zamora 8+6reb+6ast, D.Smith 8+7reb+4ast, E.Martinez 6+3reb Gaiteros: M.Henry 20+9reb+5ast, J.Materan 14+5reb+2ast, J.Centeno 9+3reb+2ast, D.Ingram 8+7reb+2ast, D.Pittman 7+7reb, M.Butler 7+4reb+2ast Broncos - Centauros 88-65 Broncos forced 20 Centauros turnovers and outrebounded them 34-22 including 28 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American point guard Tyreke Evans (198-1989, college: Memphis) stepped up and scored 14 points for the winners and his fellow American import swingman Jordan Williams (198-1992, college: N.Texas) chipped in 17 points. At the losing side Spanish-Dominican power forward Jhonatan Araujo (206-1996) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Delano Spencer (193-1994, college: Tennessee St.) scored 13 points and 6 assists. Four Centauros 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: Broncos: J.Williams 17+3reb+1ast, T.Evans 14+4reb+3ast, R.James 12+1ast, L.Duarte 9+4reb, E.McCree 9+2reb+4ast, H.Cazorla 8+3reb+5ast Centauros: D.Spencer 13+1reb+6ast, J.Araujo 11+11reb+2ast, D.Rondon 10, A.De Leon 10+2reb+3ast, E.Gimenez 8+2reb, M.Bolivar 6+1reb Brillantes - Heroes 70-65 Brillantes brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Charles Thomas (202-1986, college: Arkansas) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 9 rebounds. His fellow American import center Ricardo Glenn (203-1990, college: USC Upstate, agency: Interperformances) contributed with 8 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Colombian Luis Almanza (196-1991) answered with 17 points and 7 rebounds and British center Kavell Bigby-Williams (211-1995, college: LSU) added 6 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Heroes. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Brillantes: C.Thomas 17+9reb+2ast, C.Cedeno 12+2reb, J.Smith 10+5reb+3ast, D.Thomas 9+2reb+3ast, R.Glenn 8+8reb+2ast, M.Marriaga 6+8reb+1ast Heroes: L.Almanza 17+7reb, S.Mignani 8+2reb+1ast, K.Davenport 7+4reb+1ast, K.Bigby-Williams 6+7reb+1ast, B.Richard 6+5reb+3ast, A.Demir 5+5reb+2ast Gladiadores - Diablos 77-57 Gladiadores outrebounded Diablos 45-34 including 33 on the defensive glass. American Jordan Adams (196-1994, college: UCLA) stepped up and scored 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners and his fellow American import swingman Henry Walker (198-1987, college: Kansas St.) chipped in 15 points. At the losing side Argentinian Salvador Giletto (195-1993) responded with 13 points and 7 rebounds and guard Edry Gonzalez (185-1998) scored 8 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Gladiadores: J.Adams 20+5reb+4ast, H.Walker 15+3reb+3ast, D.Nickelberry 14+5reb+1ast, P.Franger 5+2reb, G.Vargas 4+7reb+5ast, M.Dime 4+5reb Diablos: S.Giletto 13+7reb+1ast, R.Santana 10+2reb, G.Edry 8+5reb+3ast, E.Cappare 7+6reb+2ast, J.Diaz 7+2reb, J.Manaure 6+2reb+2ast Cocodrilos - Gigantes 20-0 Piratas - Panteras 78-72 Dominican guard Juan Suero (196-1993) stepped up and scored 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and American swingman Qyidar Davis (198-1993, college: Indiana St.) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Davis is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side the former international swingman Pedro Chourio (186-1990, agency: Pro Sports) responded with 23 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Avry Holmes (185-1994, college: Clemson) scored 17 points and 5 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Piratas: J.Suero 19+7reb+3ast, Q.Davis 18+6reb+1ast, R.Mendoza 11+5reb+4ast, J.Vargas 9+11reb, M.Dicent 8+1reb+1ast, A.Morillo 7+1reb+1ast Panteras: P.Chourio 23+8reb+2ast, A.Holmes 17+4reb+5ast, E.Minnie 15+6reb+2ast, J.Saiz 6+4reb, S.Vidal 4+1reb, M.Ruiz 3+8reb+1ast Guaiqueries - Spartans 90-77 American forward Tre McLean (197-1993, college: Chattanooga) stepped up and scored 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import Donald Sims (190-1987, college: App State, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Four Guaiqueries players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international Jose Rodriguez (197-1994) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and the former international guard Yohanner Sifontes (192-1995) scored 15 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Guaiqueries: T.McLean 19+7reb+1ast, L.Valera 16+3reb, D.Sims 15+5reb+3ast, L.Guerra 13+3reb+3ast, F.Centeno 9+5reb+4ast, A.Caffaro 6+3reb Spartans: J.Rodriguez 17+8reb, Y.Sifontes 15+1reb+2ast, R.Galloway 13+1reb+1ast, N.Palacios 9+3reb, C.Sword 5+3reb+2ast, H.Bompart 4 |
| WEST ASIA SUPER LEAGUE |
| Thon Maker (ex Fujian S.) joins Kuwait - by Abdul Hamid Addasi | ||||
in Dubai Maker moved there from Fujian Sturgeons in Chinese CBA league where he played the last season. In 38 games he had very impressive stats: 16.8ppg, 10.2rpg, 1.6apg, 1.3spg and 1.7bpg. In 2016 he was drafted by Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) in first round (10th overall). He also represented Australia at the FIBA Asia Cup in Jakarta (Indonesia) last year. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 6 games: 17.2ppg, 8.8rpg, 2.3apg, 1.3bpg, FGP: 54.7%, 3PT: 30.4%, FT: 75.0%. Maker is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Canada (Athlete Institute), Israel (Hapoel Jerusalem), Italy, NBA (Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons) and NBA G League (Long Island Nets). |
| Hanne Mestdagh joins Ieper - by Peter Buyse | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season she was tested by inexio Royals Saarlouis in German league. The other team she played shortly was AZS UMCS Lublin in Polish EBLK. Top Division Women was a little too high level for her, where in four Polish EBLK games she averaged just 0.8ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.3apg in that year. Mestdagh also played 3 games in Eurocup where she got only 1.3ppg and 1.0rpg in that year. Another team she played briefly was Gran Canaria in Spanish LF Endesa. In 7 games she got only 2.7ppg and 1.3rpg in that year. She also played 2 games in Eurocup where she got 4.5ppg and 5.0rpg in that year. Mestdagh has been also a member of Belgian international program for some years. She has regularly played for Belgian senior team since 2010 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2013. Mestdagh represented Belgium at the Olympic Games in Tokyo (Japan) two years ago. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 6.0ppg, 1.3rpg, FGP: 0.0%, 3PT: 47.1%. She has played previously professionally in Belgium (Namur and Castors Braine) and Germany (Freiburg). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Belgian League Honorable Mention back in 2019. Mestdagh graduated from Colorado State in 2015 and it will be her ninth season as a professional player. |
| Meesseman paces Belgium past Greece at the Mons Arena - by Eurobasket News |
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Belgium - Greece 83:60 Meesseman paced Belgium past Greece at the Mons Arena. She nailed 25 points as the hosts overcame Greece 83-60. Belgium took a 21-11 lead at the end of ten minutes and had a 13-point advantage at the halftime. Belgium won the third quarter and closed the opener with a 23-15 rally. Julie Vanloo (172-PG-1993) delivered 16 points for the winners, whilst Bethy Mununga (183-F-1997, college: S.Florida) and Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-F-2001, agency: LBM Management) had 8 each. Eleanna Christinaki (184-G/F-1996, college: Maryland) replied with 18 points for the Greek side. |
| Basket Team ION Waregem clinch U16 Championship title - by Eurobasket News |
| Basket Team ION Waregem clinched U16 Championship title in Belgium. They overcame Kangoeroes B Mechelen 71-70 in the final thriller. Both teams showed fantastic skills and stayed back-to-back until the end. Basket Team ION Waregem meanwhile won U19 Championship. They edged Kangoeroes Basket Mechelen 88-77. |
| CANADA |
| Brynn Masikewich transfers to DePaul - by Eurobasket News | |
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De Paul University strengthened their roster with addition of 22-year old Canadian forward Brynn Masikewich (6'3'') for season 2023-24. Masikewich played for the last four years at University of California at Los Angeles. But in 24 games she recorded just 1.7ppg and 2.0rpg last season. Bruins made it to the Pac-12 Tournament Finals and NCAA Sweet 16 this year. Bruins made it to the WNIT Final Four in 2022. She played also at High School in Canada in 2016-2019. Masikewich was a member of Canadian U19 National Team in 2019. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Masikewich's team ended regular season as a second best place in Pac-2012 and Bruins made it to the Pac-2012 Tournament Semifinals in 2020. |
| COSTA RICA |
| 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. |
| CROATIA |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Czech Republic outscore Germany in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News |
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Germany - Czech Republic 51:56 Czech Republic outscored Germany 56-51 in Istanbul at the International friendly tournament. Trailing 17-18 at the end of the first period, Czech Republic replied with a 14-7 run in the second frame to take the lead. Once again Germany won the third quarter 14-13, whilst both sides scored 12 points each in the last stanza. Emma Cechova (195-F-2004) top-scored for the winners with 10 points, while Andelova and Veronika Vorackova (188-G-1999) posted 8 each. Emily Bessoir (193-F-2001) replied with 18 points in defeat and Alina Hartmann (183-G-1995, college: Colorado) had 13. |
| EGYPT |
| Coach Emad Mahmoud agreed terms with Heliopolis - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
| Heliopolis Cairo (Superleague) inked coach Emad Mahmoud for upcoming season 2023-2024 |
| EUROLEAGUE |
| Avenida tabs Lucia Rodriguez - by Eurobasket News | |
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Perfumerias Avenida Salamanca (LF Endesa) inked 24-year old 188cm power forward Lucia Rodriguez for upcoming season. Rodriguez has played for the last seven years at Real Canoe in the LF Challenge. In 30 games she recorded 14.2ppg, 4.4rpg, 1.4apg and 1.3spg last season. She represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 6.3ppg, 1.3spg, FGP: 41.7%, 3PT: 42.9%. Rodriguez was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 Honorable Mention back in 2019 and 2020. |
| 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. |
| GERMANY |
| Citybasket Recklinghausen win U16 Championship - by Eurobasket News |
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Citybasket Recklinghausen celebrated U16 Championship title. They overcame Foerderverein Basketball TG Wurzburg 51:45 in the Final game. Clara Bielefeld stepped up with 21 points and Antonia Koeller delivered 15. Mia Wiegand replied with 17 points in a loss and Charlotte Soth nailed 13. BBZ Opladen outscored ALBA Berlin 53-44 in the game for the 3rd place. |
| Czech Republic outscore Germany in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News |
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Germany - Czech Republic 51:56 Czech Republic outscored Germany 56-51 in Istanbul at the International friendly tournament. Trailing 17-18 at the end of the first period, Czech Republic replied with a 14-7 run in the second frame to take the lead. Once again Germany won the third quarter 14-13, whilst both sides scored 12 points each in the last stanza. Emma Cechova (195-F-2004) top-scored for the winners with 10 points, while Andelova and Veronika Vorackova (188-G-1999) posted 8 each. Emily Bessoir (193-F-2001) replied with 18 points in defeat and Alina Hartmann (183-G-1995, college: Colorado) had 13. |
| GREECE |
| Meesseman paces Belgium past Greece at the Mons Arena - by Eurobasket News |
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Belgium - Greece 83:60 Meesseman paced Belgium past Greece at the Mons Arena. She nailed 25 points as the hosts overcame Greece 83-60. Belgium took a 21-11 lead at the end of ten minutes and had a 13-point advantage at the halftime. Belgium won the third quarter and closed the opener with a 23-15 rally. Julie Vanloo (172-PG-1993) delivered 16 points for the winners, whilst Bethy Mununga (183-F-1997, college: S.Florida) and Maxuella Lisowa-Mbaka (178-F-2001, agency: LBM Management) had 8 each. Eleanna Christinaki (184-G/F-1996, college: Maryland) replied with 18 points for the Greek side. |
| 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 |
| 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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| JUCO |
| Beckmann named Women's Basketball Head Coach at Independence CC - by Eurobasket News |
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Rob Beckmann has been named the new Head Women's Basketball Coach at Independence Community College. 'Coach Beckmann is a man of integrity who puts student-athletes first,' ICC President Dr. Vincent Bowhay said. 'I am excited to see all that he will accomplish in this leadership role.' Beckmann served as the Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for previous head coach Jim Turgeon over the past three seasons at ICC, accruing 60 total wins. During that time, the Pirates won back-to-back championships, including the 2021 NJCAA Region VI Championship - the program's first in 25 years - and the 2022 Jayhawk Conference Championship with 20 total wins over league opponents. 'Coach Beckmann has been pivotal in the success of the women's basketball program over the past three years,' ICC Athletic Director Melissa Anderson said. 'His competitive spirit, passion for the game, and true belief in junior college athletics will help him continue to grow our program. I am excited to watch Coach Beckmann make this program his own.' Upon arriving in Independence, Beckmann immediately recruited and signed Valentina Ojeda. This past season, Ojeda led the conference in offensive field goal percentage and was second in scoring. She broke the Pirates' 30-year single-game scoring record with 42 points and earned over a dozen Division-1 scholarship offers. Ojeda was also awarded NJCAA All-American and KJCCC First-Team All-Conference honors. The previous season, Beckmann was the position coach for point guard Maisa Marcal. During that year, Marcal surpassed 1,000 total career points and won 2022 Jayhawk Conference Player of the Year. Marcal was also a NJCAA All-American and KJCCC First-Team All-Conference selection. She was one of the most recruited JUCO players nationally in 2022 with two dozen Division-1 offers. 'I've always believed that JUCO is the ultimate place to chase your dreams,' Coach Beckmann said. 'If you're overlooked or undervalued or just looking for an opportunity, there's a place for you in JUCO to bet on yourself and prove your worth. You can look at our track record - there is no better spot in the country to chase your dreams than to be an Independence Pirate.' Before coming to Indy, Beckmann was the Associate Head Men's Basketball Coach at the State College of Florida in Bradenton, Florida. While at SCF, Beckmann was the architect of one of the fastest and most prolific offenses nationally in Men's NJCAA Division-1, as the Manatees averaged 29.7 transition points per game during their 2019-20 campaign and led the entire state of Florida in scoring for the first half of the season. During his two seasons helping guide the Manatees, SCF had its most successful two-year run of the current century, winning back-to-back Suncoast Conference Tournament Championships. On that team, Beckmann coached future Missouri Tigers star D'Moi Hodge who was among the nation's top scorers in junior college. During the 2022-23 season at Missouri, Hodge broke the school record for steals in a single season with 91. The previous record of 76 had lasted for 36 years. He was also the Tigers' second-leading scorer. Hodge is projected as a possible second-round NBA Draft pick in 2023. At SCF, Beckmann also coached Isiah Dasher, who played for the St. Peter's Peacocks during their historic Elite 8 run during March Madness in 2022. 'I've been unbelievably lucky to recruit and coach some amazing players, both in college and going way back to when I coached high school and travel ball,' Coach Beckmann said. 'Ultimately, that's my motivation - the players. I'm motivated by pushing them to the next level and seeing their families and communities proud of their success. But most importantly, I love to see student-athletes achieve their dreams and be proud of themselves. I plan to continue that tradition as Head Coach at Independence. We're going to recruit and produce players that the college and community will be proud of.' Courtesy of: indypirates.com |
| LATVIA |
| Turkey ease past Latvia at the home tournament - by Eurobasket News |
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Turkey - Latvia 75:51 Turkey eased past Latvia 75-51 at the home tournament in Istanbul. The hosts grabbed a 23-17 lead and had an 8-point halftime advantage. Both teams nailed 16 points each in the third, whilst Turkey erupted with a massive 18-2 surge to close the game. Serife Onar (167-PG-1996) and Derin Erdogan (168-G-2002) led the way with 13 points each. Aleksa Gulbe (190-F-2000, college: Indiana) and Anete Steinberga (190-C-1990, college: UTEP) replied with the same number of points in the losing effort. |
| 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 |
| Brynn Masikewich transfers to DePaul - by Eurobasket News | |
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De Paul University strengthened their roster with addition of 22-year old Canadian forward Brynn Masikewich (6'3'') for season 2023-24. Masikewich played for the last four years at University of California at Los Angeles. But in 24 games she recorded just 1.7ppg and 2.0rpg last season. Bruins made it to the Pac-12 Tournament Finals and NCAA Sweet 16 this year. Bruins made it to the WNIT Final Four in 2022. She played also at High School in Canada in 2016-2019. Masikewich was a member of Canadian U19 National Team in 2019. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Masikewich's team ended regular season as a second best place in Pac-2012 and Bruins made it to the Pac-2012 Tournament Semifinals in 2020. |
| NCAA3 |
| Rhine steps down as WBB Head Coach at Immaculata - by Eurobasket News |
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After eight seasons at the helm of the Immaculata Women's Basketball program, Chrissy Rhine (Esbensen) has stepped down as head coach of the Mighty Macs. Rhine steps down with the fourth most wins in program history with 77 career wins. In eight seasons Rhine led the Macs to the Conference semifinals on three occasions. In 2021-22 Rhine led the Mighty Macs to a record of 18-9, 8-4 in Atlantic East Conference play and the program's first Atlantic East Conference Championship and first appearance in the NCAA Tournament. 'Immaculata women's basketball will always be a part of me' stated Rhine. 'Being a player, assistant coach and head coach for the same team has been a unique and rewarding experience. I cannot say enough positive things about the University and the Women's basketball program.' As Head Coach Rhine mentored six all conference first-team selections, and four all-conference second-team selections. Rhine mentored current Assistant Coach Theresa Kearney the program's second all-time leading scorer who was also named third team all-region for her 2021-22 season. Rhine was promoted to the head coaching position in 2015 following a two-year stint as Assistant Coach under former coach Patty Canterino. Rhine has been instrumental in the success of the Mighty Macs program as both a player and a coach. As a player Rhine was a four-year stater on the Mighty Macs starting in 104-out of-105 games during her career and helped Immaculata reach the CSAC Championship game in 2011. Rhine currently ranks fourth all time in career points with 1,276, and fifth in assists with 442. Was named second team all-conference in 2011, 2012 and 2013 and was the CSAC Rookie of the Year in 2010. 'Thank you to my coaching staff (s), current players and alumni for the dedication you have given to the women's basketball program' continued Rhine. 'Thank you to Patty Canterino for giving me the opportunity to coach and mentor such amazing women and to the Athletic Department and the Executive Administration for your continued support.' 'The encouragement and support that the campus community provides at Immaculata is tremendous' concluded Rhine. 'I will always cherish the amazing memories I made with my teammates, players and coaches.' While stepping down from coaching, Rhine will remain in her full-time position with Immaculata University as Executive Director of Admissions. A national search will take place to name Rhine's successor. Courtesy of: gomightymacs.com |
| PORTUGAL |
| Desire Finnie (ex Vagos) is a newcomer at Swish - by Faatimah | |
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Oakland Swish strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old 5-11 swingman Desire Finnie (college: Pacific) for season 2023. Finnie moved there from AD Vagos in Portuguese Liga Feminina where she started the season. She missed last four seasons and had longer break from professional basketball. Finnie is a very experienced player. She graduated from University of Pacific in 2018 and it will be her fifth season in pro basketball. |
| 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. |
| SPAIN |
| Ensino tabs Natalia Rodriguez - by Eurobasket News | |
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Duran Maquinaria Ensino Lugo (LF Endesa) inked 24-year old 173cm guard Natalia Rodriguez for upcoming season. Rodriguez played most recently at IDK Eustotren (LF Endesa). In 30 games she averaged 5.2ppg, 2.6rpg and 1.1apg last season. She also played 6 games in Eurocup where she had 4.2ppg, 2.8rpg, 1.7apg and 1.5spg. The previous (2021-22) season she played at Baxi Ferrol. In 29 LF Endesa games she recorded 9.1ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.4apg in that year. Rodriguez represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 5.6ppg, 2.6rpg, FGP-1 (75.0%), 3PT: 26.1%, FT: 75.0%. She has played previously for Gran Canaria. Rodriguez won Spanish LF2 championship title in 2021. |
| Avenida tabs Lucia Rodriguez - by Eurobasket News | |
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Perfumerias Avenida Salamanca (LF Endesa) inked 24-year old 188cm power forward Lucia Rodriguez for upcoming season. Rodriguez has played for the last seven years at Real Canoe in the LF Challenge. In 30 games she recorded 14.2ppg, 4.4rpg, 1.4apg and 1.3spg last season. She represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 6.3ppg, 1.3spg, FGP: 41.7%, 3PT: 42.9%. Rodriguez was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 Honorable Mention back in 2019 and 2020. |
| TURKEY |
| 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. |
| Kayseri lands Merve Ari - by Eurobasket News | |||
She won Turkish KBSL championship title in 2018 and 2019 and the cup in 2019 and 2020. The previous (2021-22) season she played at Bursa Uludag Basketbal where in 27 KBSL games she had 6.6ppg, 5.4rpg and 2.5apg in that year. She represented Turkey at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 Division B in Oradea (Romania) five years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 4.0ppg, 3.6rpg, 1.7apg. She has played previously for three other teams: Fenerbahce, Antalya Koleji and Fenerbahce Gelisim Istanbul. Ari won Turkish KBSL championship title in 2018 and 2019 and the cup in 2019 and 2020. |
| Gunay is back at Kayseri - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Her team made it to the Turkish Cup Finalist in 2016 and 2017 final. The previous (2021-22) season she played at Hatay Bsb. In 6 KBSL games she got 5.0ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.2apg in that year. Gunay also played 8 games in Eurocup where she got 3.1ppg, 1.4rpg and 1.4apg in that year. She was also a member of Turkish international program for some years. Gunay played for Turkish Senior National Team between 2013 and 2019 and previously for U20 National Team in 2012. She represented Turkey at the Qualifications to European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2017 seven years ago. Her stats at that event were 6 games: 2.0ppg, 1.0apg. Gunay has played previously for four other teams: Besiktas, Fenerbahce, Galatasaray and Cankaya. Her team made it to the Turkish Cup Finalist in 2016 and 2017 final. |
| Kayseri signs Damla Gezgin - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Gezgin was a member of Turkish international program for some years. She was called to Turkish Senior National Team back in 2010 and previously for U20 National Team in 2010. Gezgin has spent her entire career in Turkey playing for three other teams: Mersin BSB, Botasspor Adana and Cankaya. Her team made it to the Turkish Final Four in 2014 and 2022. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com Turkish TKBL All-Domestic Players Team back in 2016. |
| Turkey ease past Latvia at the home tournament - by Eurobasket News |
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Turkey - Latvia 75:51 Turkey eased past Latvia 75-51 at the home tournament in Istanbul. The hosts grabbed a 23-17 lead and had an 8-point halftime advantage. Both teams nailed 16 points each in the third, whilst Turkey erupted with a massive 18-2 surge to close the game. Serife Onar (167-PG-1996) and Derin Erdogan (168-G-2002) led the way with 13 points each. Aleksa Gulbe (190-F-2000, college: Indiana) and Anete Steinberga (190-C-1990, college: UTEP) replied with the same number of points in the losing effort. |
| 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 |
| WPBA |
| Desire Finnie (ex Vagos) is a newcomer at Swish - by Faatimah | |
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Oakland Swish strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old 5-11 swingman Desire Finnie (college: Pacific) for season 2023. Finnie moved there from AD Vagos in Portuguese Liga Feminina where she started the season. She missed last four seasons and had longer break from professional basketball. Finnie is a very experienced player. She graduated from University of Pacific in 2018 and it will be her fifth season in pro basketball. |
| Phoenix signs Seuvahnia Kuka - by Faatimah | |
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Bay Area Phoenix signed Seuvahnia Kuka ( for upcoming 2023 season. Kuka played last season at Royals. In 9 WPBA games she had 10.6ppg, 4.2rpg, 1.6apg and 1.0spg. She has played also professionally in WUBA (NorCal Raiders). Kuka won WUBA National League Western Conference in 2020. |
| Phoenix adds Glass to their roster - by Faatimah | ||||
Glass graduated from Texas A&M University - Commerce in 2020 and it will be her third season as a professional player. She played also for San Jacinto College for one year. |
| Phoenix tabs rookie Delia Moore - by Faatimah |
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Bay Area Phoenix landed 5-7 guard Delia Moore for upcoming season. Moore just graduated from CS East Bay (NCAA2). cademic All-District? ... All-CCAA Second Team ... CCAA Player of the Week (Jan. 30-Feb. 5) ... Started 25 games ... Averaged 12.1 points-per-game ... 2.8 assists-per-game ... 4.1 rebounds-per-game ... Scored a career-high 28 points in a win over CSUSB, including the game-winning layup with 1.5 seconds remaining ... Led team in made free throws with 73 ... Matched a career-high in assists with seven on Feb. 23 at CSUMB and in the same game, matched a career-high in rebounds with nine. Moore started her college career at California State University East Bay (NCAA2). So her pro career will start in the States. |
| Friauf inks at Phoenix at the beginning of her pro career - by Faatimah | |
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Bay Area Phoenix added to their roster forward Riley Friauf (6'1'') for season 2023. Friauf has only college experience so far playing last time for Dominican University of California (NCAA2). Quite impressive season as she was voted to WBCA NCAA Division II All-America Honorable Mention. She started her college career at Dominican University of California (NCAA2). Of course it will be Friauf's first season as a professional player. |
| Phoenix signs Cedeno just out of college - by Faatimah | |
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Bay Area Phoenix signed guard Brittney Cedeno (5'8'') for upcoming 2023 season. Cedeno graduated from California Baptist University (NCAA). She missed last three seasons and did not play any competitive basketball that time. Cedeno started her college career at California Baptist University (NCAA). As mentioned above she is just out of college, so it will be Cedeno's first season as a professional player. |
| Jehiah Cook is a newcomer at Riptide - by Faatimah | ||||
She is a very experienced player. Cook graduated from Bryant & Stratton College - New York in 2022 and it will be her first season in pro basketball. She played also for Bay Area Jokers for one year. |
| Riptide lands Jessica Woo - by Faatimah |
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San Francisco Riptide tabbed 5-9 forward Jessica Woo (college: TAMIU) for new season. Woo moved there from Bay Area Jokers (WUBA) where she started the season. She missed last season and had one year break from professional basketball. Woo graduated from Texas A&M International University in 2015 and it will be her eighth season in pro basketball. |
| Moutry's pro career starts at Riptide - by Faatimah | |||
She started her college career at The University of Tulsa (NCAA) where she played three seasons. Her high school career she had spent at McKinney in McKinney, TX. So her pro career will start in the States. |
