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| ABA LEAGUE |
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| Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Partizan and Crvena Zvezda open with victories - by Eurobasket News |
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Crvena Zvezda - Buducnost 93-55 Crvena Zvezda looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Buducnost's players. Center Luka Mitrovic (204-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and center Filip Petrusev (211-2000, college: Gonzaga) chipped in 17 points. Four Crvena Zvezda players scored in double figures. At the losing side Bosnian swingman Edin Atic (201-1997) responded with 9 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Erick Green (190-1991, college: Virginia Tech) scored 13 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Crvena Zvezda: F.Petrusev 17+3reb+2ast, B.Bentil 13+1reb+1ast, F.Campazzo 11+3reb+6ast, L.Mitrovic 11+10reb+3ast, L.Vildoza 10+3ast, N.Nedovic 7+1reb+5ast Buducnost: E.Green 13+2reb, J.O'Brien 9+1ast, E.Atic 9+5reb+2ast, K.Kamenjas 7+4reb, A.Kaba 7+2reb, M.Jagodic-Kuridza 4+1reb Partizan - Cedevita Ol. 85-70 Partizan made 22-of-28 charity shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Strangely Cedevita Ol. outrebounded Partizan 50-28 including a 27-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Cedevita Ol. was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. American forward James Nunnally (201-1990, college: UCSB) nailed 18 points for the winning side and Australian guard Dante Exum (198-1995) accounted for 11 points. Four Partizan players scored in double figures. Center Alen Omic (216-1992) came up with 6 points and 17 rebounds and American point guard Yogi Ferrell (183-1993, college: Indiana) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Cedevita Ol. in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Partizan: J.Nunnally 18+1reb, M.Yam 13, D.Exum 11+4reb+1ast, U.Trifunovic 10+3reb, A.Smailagic 7+3reb+2ast, D.Andjusic 7 Cedevita Ol.: Y.Ferrell 13+5reb+5ast, K.Matkovic 12+3reb, Z.Dragic 10+3reb+1ast, A.Alibegovic 7+8reb+3ast, M.Rebec 6+3ast, A.Omic 6+17reb+3ast |
| ANTIGUA |
| ABBA Round 6: Easy game for Stingerz which smashes Slam by 39 points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Second ranked Stingerz (6-1) crushed at home 6th ranked Slam (2-5) by 39 points 105-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Stingerz forced 31 Slam turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Slam's players. Tequan Brodie had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Devorn Benjamin (182-1995) chipped in 28 points and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Olivee Morris with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Slam's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Stingerz keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Potters S. Slam lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixth place with five games lost.
Stingerz - Slam 105-66 Second ranked Stingerz (6-1) crushed at home 6th ranked Slam (2-5) by 39 points 105-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Stingerz forced 31 Slam turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Slam's players. Tequan Brodie had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Devorn Benjamin (182-1995) chipped in 28 points and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Olivee Morris with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and Adissa Harris scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Slam's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Stingerz keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Potters S. Slam lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixth place with five games lost. Top scorers: Stingerz: B.Tequan 29+10reb+3ast, D.Benjamin 28+3reb+7ast, T.Donte 22+5reb+2ast, A.Jayden 8+8reb+16ast, J.Charles 8+18reb+2ast, J.Valerie 6+3reb+1ast Slam: H.Adissa 19+6reb+3ast, O.Morris 15+7reb+7ast, E.Francois 11+15reb+1ast, M.Keaddy 9+7reb+3ast, H.Jahmarie 4+7reb, C.Kim 4+1reb+4ast |
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| La Liga Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Quimsa advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Boca - Instituto 93-77 Boca outrebounded Instituto 43-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for American power forward Raven Barber (206-1991, college: Mt.St.Mary's, agency: Players Group) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field). The former international Leonardo Mainoldi (205-1985) helped adding 24 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Luciano Gonzalez (194-1990) with 21 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and Mateo Chiarini (190-1998) scored 16 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Instituto: L.Gonzalez 21+3reb, M.Chiarini 16+3reb+2ast, N.Romano 14+3reb+1ast, L.Vildoza 10+2reb+3ast, M.Fernandez 7+3reb, N.Copello 5+7reb+2ast Boca: R.Barber 31+10reb+3ast, L.Mainoldi 24+6reb, F.Balbi 12+6reb+5ast, L.Schattmann 11+4reb+3ast, M.Mata 7+9reb+5ast, D.Tucker 6+2reb+2ast Gimnasia - Quimsa 74-84 Quimsa made 23-of-27 charity shots (85.2 percent) during the game. Quimsa outrebounded Gimnasia 41-29 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Gimnasia was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for American power forward Eric Anderson (204-1993, college: New Haven) who led the winners and scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import Brandon Robinson (196-1989, college: Clayton St.) accounted for 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Four Quimsa players scored in double figures. Quimsa's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Cuban forward Yoanki Mensia (198-1997, agency: Pro Sports) came up with 15 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Tyrone White (201-1990, college: CSUB) added 12 points and 4 assists respectively for Gimnasia in the defeat. Top scorers: Gimnasia: Y.Mensia 15+9reb+2ast, G.Mariani 14+2reb, T.White 12+3reb+4ast, A.Barreiro 9+7reb+1ast, I.Gramajo 8+3reb+2ast, G.DeVaughn 8+3reb Quimsa: E.Anderson 21+6reb+2ast, B.Robinson 17+7reb+2ast, F.Baralle 15+5reb+1ast, S.Acevedo 11+1reb, J.Brussino 7+3reb+1ast, F.Ramirez 6+7reb+1ast |
| Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian LDD Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Kelvin Ramirez (204-C/F-2002) of OberaPlayer of the Year:  Luis Colon (192-G-2001) of ArgentinoGuard of the Year: Luis Colon (192-G-2001) of ArgentinoForward of the Year:  Marcos Chacon (194-F/G-2003) of GimnasiaCenter of the Year: Kelvin Ramirez (204-C/F-2002) of Obera
First Team Luis Colon (192-G-2001) of Argentino Angel Reyes (201-G/F-2002) of Gimnasia Marcos Chacon (194-F/G-2003) of Gimnasia Keiver Marcano (201-F-2003) of Riachuelo LR Kelvin Ramirez (204-C/F-2002) of Obera
Second Team Francisco Tarnowyk (192-G-2001) of Obera Victor Perez (187-SG-2005) of Obras Lautaro Barrios (195-F/G-2004) of Obras Enmanuel Labata (PF) of Instituto Raymon Bastardo (202-C-2002) of Quimsa
Honorable Mention Ramiro Stehli (190-G-2002) of Gimnasia Santino Mazzucchelli of Platense Matias Fleury (2001) of Union Juan Peral (179-PG-2005) of Regatas Mouhamed Sow (216-C-2001) of Olimpico Estefano Zarco (2004) of Quimsa Amilcar Sanchez (184-SG-2001) of Independ.O. Kadir Pomare of Instituto Santiago Capelli (180-PG-2005) of Argentino Franco Vinciguerra (186-SF-2002) of Penarol Agustin Bruner of Comunicaciones Matias Reynoso (187-G-2005) of Union Nicolas Quiroga (191-SG-2003) of Obera |
| AUSTRIA |
| BSL Round 3 of Finals. Gmunden regain the lead - by Eurobasket News |
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Gmunden - Vienna 75-67 The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But BC Vienna won third quarter 18-16. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded BC Vienna 39-28 including 26 on the defensive glass. 25 personal fouls committed by BC Vienna helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American forward Dominic Green (198-1997, college: Washington) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds. His fellow American import power forward Urald King (198-1990, college: SE Oklahoma) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Gmunden Swans players scored in double figures. The former international guard Bogic Vujosevic (192-1992) answered with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international forward Enis Murati (194-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) added 16 points in the effort for BC Vienna. Top scorers: Gmunden: U.King 17+10reb+1ast, D.Green 15+14reb+1ast, D.Lautier-Ogunleye 14+2reb+4ast, T.Blazan 13+5reb+5ast, D.Friedrich 8+3reb+5ast, B.Guettl 8+4reb+3ast Vienna: B.Vujosevic 20+7reb+5ast, E.Murati 16+4reb+1ast, J.Manigat 14+3reb, I.Siriscevic 8+1reb, S.Savic 5+8reb+3ast, C.Mateo 2+2reb |
| BAHRAIN |
| Manama and Muharraq set for Cup showdown - by Eurobasket News |
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SOME high-quality basketball will be on display tonight as Manama and Muharraq square off in the final of the 2022-23 Khalifa bin Salman Cup at the Khalifa Sports City Arena. Both teams have been in top form in the current season and, next week, will clash again in the first game of the best-of-five Zain Basketball League final series at the same venue. But the focus for both sides tonight will be this cup final, with Muharraq determined to win back the title that they initially won in the tournament's first edition in 2016-17 and Manama equally intent on adding to the lone title they won in 2017-18. The prestigious annual tournament, now in its seventh edition, is held annually in honour of the late His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa. The tournament's third edition was won by Riffa followed by Al Ahli picking up a hat-trick of titles, starting in 2019-20 and ending last year when they denied 2021-22 Zain Basketball League champions Manama the chance to clinch a historic league-and-cup double by beating them 84-76 in the final. But Manama, who are in with another chance to nab the coveted double this year, gained sweet revenge in the best-of-three Khalifa bin Salman Cup semi-final series earlier this month by beating Al Ahli 2-1 to enter the final for the second time in a row. Muharraq, meanwhile, overcame Sitra in a hard-fought semi-final series to get the chance to avenge their own defeat at the hands of arch-rivals Manama in last year's Zain Basketball League finals. If they win tonight, Muharraq could also have a chance of netting the cup-and-league double because they will then play Manama again in the Zain Basketball League final play-offs, with the first game scheduled for June 2. Both teams have balanced line-ups with local players backing up their more experienced overseas professionals perfectly. Manama have relied heavily on their American stars Travin Thibodeaux (203-F-1996, college: New Orleans) and Sir'Dominic Pointer (198-G/F-1992, college: St.John's) to lead their charge in each match. But, led admirably by captain Hasan Nowrooz, Manama have also seen their local players step up to the plate with Ahmed Salman, Mohammed Ameer, Ahmed Aldurazi and the brothers Husain, Ali and Mustafa, making solid contributions in each game. Meanwhile, Muharraq, captained by the calm Bader Abdulla, have seen Americans Dewayne Jackson (203-F-1990, college: Morgan St.) and DaJuan Summers (203-PF-1988, college: Georgetown, agency: Interperformances) score prolifically in each match and local players, Baqer Isa, Hussain Salman, Ali Shukralla, Ali Jaffar and the Rabeea brothers, Abdulla and Ali, try to match them point for point. A full house is expected tonight with organisers probably hoping that there is no repeat of the ugly scenes that were witnessed during the second Zain Basketball League play-off at the same venue last year when a brawl between Muharraq and Manama supporters led to the latter team's fans being banned from their side's next three games. Courtesy of: gdnonline.com |
| BNXT LEAGUE |
| Round 1 of 1/8 Finals. Charleroi and Limburg post wins - by Eurobasket News |
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Leuven - Charleroi 82-83 Spirou Charleroi made 23-of-26 free shots (88.5 percent) during the game. 25 personal fouls committed by Leuven Bears helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Dutch center Nathan Kuta (203-2000) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Puerto Rican-Panamanian point guard Jhivvan Jackson (183-1998, college: UTSA) contributed with 28 points for the winners. American guard Brevin Pritzl (191-1996, college: Wisconsin) answered with 23 points and the other American import point guard Joshua Heath (186-1994, college: Georgia Tech) added 16 points and 10 assists in the effort for Leuven Bears. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Charleroi: J.Jackson 28+3reb+1ast, K.Nathan 17+10reb+6ast, R.Lisboa 10+1reb+2ast, B.Prepelic 8+4reb, M.Samardzic 6+1reb+1ast, A.Libert 6+1reb+1ast Leuven: B.Pritzl 23+4reb, J.Fulkerson 18+6reb+2ast, J.Heath 16+1reb+10ast, K.Allen 9+4ast, N.McGlynn 7+9reb+1ast, N.Tiago 3+3reb+1ast Limburg - Mechelen 93-71 Limburg United forced 19 Kangoeroes turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. American swingman Myles Cale (198-1999, college: Seton Hall) stepped up and scored 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Jonas Delalieux (202-1992) chipped in 24 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side Nigerian center Richmond Aririguzoh (206-1998, college: Princeton) responded with 21 points and center Mattias Palinckx (202-1997) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Top scorers: Limburg: J.Delalieux 24+6reb+3ast, M.Cale 22+8reb+4ast, L.Jarne 16+5reb+3ast, C.Hammonds 9+1reb+2ast, Y.Desiron 9+4reb+1ast, A.Stein 8+6ast Mechelen: R.Aririguzoh 21+4reb+1ast, M.Palinckx 18+5reb+3ast, L.Kotrulja 10+4reb, W.Boss Mukubu 9+3reb+3ast, V.Buggenhout Jo 7+5reb+2ast, J.Harris 6+8reb+1ast |
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| Ecuador advance to the second phase of AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News |
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Bolivia - Ecuador 86:81 Ecuador advanced to the second phase of AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers despite the loss in the second game against Bolivia. The latter won 86-81, but lost the 154-171 by aggregate. Ecuador secured a 26-10 lead at the start to get control of the game. Bolivia meanwhile replied with a 23-21 narrow win in the second frame and dominated the second half for the final 5-point win. Ronald Arze (175-PG-1993) led Bolivia with 23 points and Rene Calvo (193-F/G-1993) produced 22. Irin Stark (185-G-1989, college: STAC) nailed 18, whilst Luis Mercado (205-C-1997) had 10. Carlos Malatay (180-G-1990) and Abraham Barahona (198-SF-2003) answered with 13 points each in the losing effort. |
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| NBB Round 1 of Finals. Sao Paulo claim opening victory - by Eurobasket News |
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Sesi Franca - Sao Paulo 88-98 Sao Paulo looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Forward Lucas Siewert (208-1997, college: Colorado) stepped up and scored 30 points for the winners and the former international forward Tulio Da Silva (203-1996, college: Missouri St.) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side the former international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-1996) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists and international center Lucas Silva (208-1995) scored 25 points and 9 rebounds. Four Vivo/Franca players scored in double figures. Vivo/Franca's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Sesi Franca: L.Silva 25+9reb+2ast, G.de Paula 18+12reb+8ast, L.Mariano 17+3reb+1ast, D.Jackson 12+2reb+2ast, J.dos Santos 6+7reb+5ast, S.Marcio 6+1reb+1ast Sao Paulo: L.Siewert 30+4reb+1ast, T.Da Silva 18+7reb+2ast, H.Coelho 13+4reb, C.Bennett 9+3reb+10ast, M.Vieira 9+5reb+2ast, E.Corazza 7+3reb+6ast |
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| NBL Round 1 of Finals. Balkan topple Chernomorets - by Eurobasket News |
FINALBalkan - Chernomorets 87-74Balkan players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Chernomorets' players. Chilean-Spanish center Manny Suarez (208-1993, college: Creighton) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 16 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winners and the former international Pavlin Ivanov (196-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 21 points and 8 assists. Four Balkan players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Jordan Tucker (201-1998, college: Butler) responded with 29 points and Canadian point guard Munis Tutu (183-1996, college: Carleton) scored 6 points and 7 assists. Top scorers: Balkan: M.Suarez 26+16reb+1ast, P.Ivanov 21+2reb+8ast, H.Zahariev 12+5reb+2ast, D.Adel 10+2reb+2ast, P.Jackson 6+2reb+3ast, N.Diplaros 6+3reb+6ast Chernomorets: J.Tucker 29+3reb+2ast, N.Titkov 12+1reb, B.Nze 10+5reb+1ast, G.Boyanov 8+5reb+1ast, M.Tutu 6+4reb+7ast, S.Lepichev 5+6reb+1ast 3-4 PlaceRilski - CSKA 71-88CSKA looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Cameroonian forward Tamenang Choh (196-1998, college: Brown) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international forward Aleks Simeonov (203-1993) contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four CSKA players scored in double figures. Aleksandar Yanev answered with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international point guard Deyan Karamfilov (180-1994, agency: BIG) added 3 points, 7 rebounds and 12 assists in the effort for Rilski. Top scorers: CSKA: T.Choh 25+10reb+7ast, A.Simeonov 17+6reb+2ast, B.Young 13+3reb+7ast, R.Martin 10+2reb+2ast, A.Ivanov 8+10reb+2ast, G.Viktor 8+1reb+3ast Rilski: Y.Aleksandar 16+7reb+6ast, D.Wiggins 13+4reb, C.Kostov 11+3reb, D.Vutev 9+3reb, Y.Minchev 9+8reb+2ast, K.Minkov 5+1ast |
| Hebar claim BBL Division A South title - by Eurobasket News |
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Haskovo - Hebar 89-93 Hebar earned the BBL Division A South title. They overcame Haskovo in the decisive third game of the championship series. Hebar used a 19-13 run in the second term to take a 6-point halftime lead. Haskovo sank 28 points in the third term to pull within three points. But Hebar tossed in 24 points in the fourth stanza and rallied to the victory and therefore the title. |
| Sportist Svoge claim BBL Division A West title - by Eurobasket News |
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Sportist Svoge earned the BBL Division A West title. They overcame Minyor 2015 79-68 in the decisive third game of the Finals. Damyan Stoyanov (194-G-1993, college: Maryville, MO) notched 23 points to pace the winners. Sportist Svoge grabbed a 39-33 halftime lead. Minyor narrowed the deficit in the third term. The hosts got within 2 points at the final intermission. But Sportist Svoge unloaded 31 points in the fourth period and rallied to the victory. Boris Matrakov (195-G-1993) tossed in 14 points and collected 14 boards for Sportist. Konstantin Paisiev (201-F-2002) banked in 15 points in the loss.
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The Regular Season in CEBL just started. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Surge defeated Stingers in Calgary 74-70. Surge forced 19 Stingers turnovers and had a 38-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Power forward Simi Shittu (208-1999, college: Vanderbilt) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and guard Stefan Smith (188-1999, college: St.John's, agency: Players Group) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. At the losing side Brody Clarke (203-1996, college: Alberta) responded with 9 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Stingers will play next round against River Lions trying to get back on the winning streak. Surge will try to continue on its current victory against River Lions in Niagara. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of River Lions in Montreal. Visitors were defeated by Alliance 84-69. American point guard Blake Francis (183-1998, college: Richmond) nailed 30 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Treveon Graham accounted for 12 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Lloyd Pandi (193-1999, college: Carleton) came up with 12 points and 6 rebounds for River Lions in the defeat. River Lions' coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alliance will play against Blackjacks in Ottawa in the next round, which may be the game of the day. River Lions will play on the road against Stingers in Edmonton and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in Winnipeg was also quite interesting. Bandits played at the court of Sea Bears. Sea Bears managed to secure a 5-point victory 90-85 on Saturday. EJ Anosike fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Sea Bears' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. DJ Steward produced 30 points and 7 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!) for lost side. Sea Bears will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bandits will play against Rattlers in Saskatoon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 1 Brampton lost to Ottawa on the opponent's court 93-95. Winless Brampton lost to undefeated Scarborough in a home game 78-80. The most impressive stats of the last round was 21 points and 17 rebounds by Giorgi Bezhanishvili of Vancouver.
Ottawa - Brampton 95-93 Very expected game in Ottawa where Honey Badgers were edged by Blackjacks 95-93 on Wednesday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Blackjacks looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Kadre Gray (186-1997, college: Laurentian) fired 27 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. American power forward Zena Edosomwan (206-1993, college: Harvard) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks. Forward Prince Oduro (203-1998, college: Detroit, agency: Octagon Europe) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and American guard Christian Vital (188-1997, college: UConn) added 24 points, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Honey Badgers' coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Blackjacks will meet at home Shooting Stars in the next round. Honey Badgers will have a break next round. Top scorers: Ottawa: K.Gray 27+5reb+9ast, M.Flowers 20+3reb+3ast, Z.Edosomwan 16+10reb+1ast, S.Cole 10+5reb+2ast, E.Pemberton 10+2reb+2ast, M.Boursiquot 4+9reb+4ast Brampton: C.Vital 24+3reb+5ast, K.McEwen 19+2reb+4ast, P.Oduro 17+12reb+3ast, Z.Waterman 13+3reb+1ast, K.Johnson 6+4reb+2ast, N.Wiggins 5+1reb Brampton - Scarborough 78-80 Rather predictable result in Hamilton where Shooting Stars edged Honey Badgers 80-78 on Friday. American point guard Anthony Barber (188-1994, college: NC State) fired 23 points and 6 assists for the winners. His fellow American import Jalen Harris (196-1998, college: Nevada) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. American guard Christian Vital (188-1997, college: UConn) produced a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Cody John (190-1996, college: Weber St.) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Shooting Stars will meet Blackjacks in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Honey Badgers will have a break next round. Top scorers: Scarborough: A.Barber 23+3reb+6ast, J.Harris 18+5reb+1ast, K.Chatman 11+7reb+1ast, G.Juozapaitis 9+1reb+1ast, D.Walden-Mullings 6+2reb+1ast, T.Kennedy 6+10reb+3ast Brampton: C.Vital 36+13reb+5ast, C.John 14+5reb+3ast, J.Tilmon Jr. 9+8reb+2ast, J.Price-Noel 7, K.Johnson 3+1reb, P.Oduro 3+4reb+2ast Montreal - Niagara 84-69 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of River Lions in Montreal. Visitors were defeated by Alliance 84-69. They dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to River Lions' 28. American point guard Blake Francis (183-1998, college: Richmond) nailed 30 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and his fellow American import guard Treveon Graham (198-1993, college: VCU) accounted for 12 points and 14 rebounds. Four Alliance players scored in double figures. Forward Lloyd Pandi (193-1999, college: Carleton) came up with 12 points and 6 rebounds and British guard Patrick Whelan (195-1996, college: William Jewell) added 13 points respectively for River Lions in the defeat. River Lions' coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alliance will play against Blackjacks in Ottawa in the next round, which may be the game of the day. River Lions will play on the road against Stingers in Edmonton and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Montreal: B.Francis 30+7reb+2ast, A.Hill 17+2reb+2ast, T.Graham 12+14reb+1ast, N.Cayo 10+10reb+2ast, E.Ifejeh 4+4reb, A.Louis 4+2ast Niagara: P.Whelan 13+3reb+1ast, L.Pandi 12+6reb+3ast, E.Ekiyor 9+6reb+1ast, J.Henry-Blair 8+4reb+3ast, T.Lall 7+6reb+2ast, V.Shahid 7+1reb+2ast Calgary - Edmonton 74-70 Surge defeated Stingers in Calgary 74-70. Surge forced 19 Stingers turnovers and had a 38-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Power forward Simi Shittu (208-1999, college: Vanderbilt) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and guard Stefan Smith (188-1999, college: St.John's, agency: Players Group) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Four Surge players scored in double figures. At the losing side Brody Clarke (203-1996, college: Alberta) responded with 9 points and 13 rebounds and Saint Lucian-Canadian guard Adika Peter-McNeilly (192-1993, college: TMU) scored 14 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Stingers will play next round against River Lions trying to get back on the winning streak. Surge will try to continue on its current victory against River Lions in Niagara. Top scorers: Calgary: S.Shittu 17+14reb+1ast, S.Smith 16+6reb+4ast, A.Gilder 15+3reb+3ast, S.Miller-Moore 14+5reb+2ast, M.Bourcier 6+1reb, T.Scott 4+12reb+1ast Edmonton: A.Peter-McNeilly 14+3reb+3ast, M.Varnas 14+3reb, B.Clarke 9+13reb, C.Bragg Jr. 8+6reb+1ast, G.James 6+1ast, C.Vaudrin 6+6reb+4ast Winnipeg - Vancouver 90-85 The game in Winnipeg was also quite interesting. Bandits played at the court of Sea Bears. Sea Bears managed to secure a 5-point victory 90-85 on Saturday. Nigerian-American swingman EJ Anosike (201-1998, college: CS Fullerton) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. British-Jamaican point guard Jelani Watson-Gayle (186-1998, college: FPU) chipped in 22 points. Five Sea Bears players scored in double figures. Sea Bears' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American point guard DJ Steward (185-2001, college: Duke) produced 30 points and 7 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!) and Austrian-Georgian forward Giorgi Bezhanishvili (206-1998, college: Illinois) added 21 points and 17 rebounds respectively for lost side. Sea Bears will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bandits will play against Rattlers in Saskatoon and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Winnipeg: J.Watson-Gayle 22+3reb+3ast, E.Anosike 21+11reb+1ast, H.Simon 13+4reb, T.Allen 13+12reb+2ast, C.Posthumus 10+9reb, M.Okafor 8+1reb+1ast Vancouver: D.Steward 30+4reb+7ast, G.Bezhanishvili 21+17reb+2ast, N.Ward 19+10reb+1ast, M.Duvivier 9+7reb, A.Campbell 6+6reb+2ast, D.Notice 0+2reb |
| CEBL round 1 best performance: Christian Vital - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 36 points and 13 rebounds, while his team in a lost game to Scarborough (#3, 1-0) 78-80. In the team's last game Vital had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range and got seven three-pointers out of 11 attempts. He just recently signed at Brampton and just after two games he already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Former University of Connecticut star has very solid stats this year. Vital is in league's top in points (2nd best: 30.0ppg), assists (4th best: 5.0apg) and averages impressive 4.0spg,72.2% FGP and 52.9% from behind 3-point line. The second best player in last round's games was young American Zena Edosomwan (206-C/F-1993) of Ottawa. Edosomwan had a very good evening with a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds. It was enough for Ottawa to edge Brampton (0-2) 95-93. The season is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Edosomwan is one of the most experienced players at Ottawa and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was Austrian forward Giorgi Bezhanishvili (206-F-1998) of Vancouver (#9). Bezhanishvili scored 21 points and grabbed seventeen rebounds (!!!). Despite Bezhanishvili's great performance Vancouver lost 85-90 to Winnipeg (#4, 1-0). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The season just started for Bezhanishvili as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader. Other top performing players last week: 4. Blake Francis (183-PG-1998) of Montreal - 30 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Kadre Gray (186-G-1997) of Ottawa - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists 6. DJ Steward (185-PG-2001) of Vancouver - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Nick Ward (203-F-1997) of Vancouver - 19 points and 10 rebounds 8. Prince Oduro (203-F-1998) of Brampton - 17 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 9. E.J. Anosike (201-G/F-1998) of Winnipeg - 21 points and 11 rebounds 10. Simi Shittu (208-F/C-1999) of Calgary - 17 points and 14 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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| Zalgiris keep Hayes for another season - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played there last season. In 37 LKL games he recorded 7.4ppg and 3.6rpg. He helped them to win the cup. He also played 37 games in Euroleague where he averaged 5.4ppg and 4.4rpg. Hayes contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. The previous (2022) summer he played at the Nuggets in NBA. In two games he had just 2.5ppg and 2.0rpg in 2022 year. He has been regularly called to Central African Senior National Team since 2021. Hayes has played also professionally in France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket), Italy (Cantu) and Turkey (Bursaspor). He graduated from University of Florida in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball. |
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| LNB2 Round 7 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News | ||
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LNB 2 is at the halfway of the Regular Season and there are still another 7 rounds left. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. LNB 2 round 7 most important game was a victory of Brisas over 6th ranked Boston College 78-48 on Saturday night. They outrebounded Boston College 47-35 including 37 on the defensive glass. Brisas looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Boston College's players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Felipe Oyarzun (187-1989) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds. Yoel Leon contributed with 17 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Lucas Marquez (196) answered with 16 points and 8 rebounds for Boston College. Boston College's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Brisas (2-4) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Aleman and Municipal C. Boston College at the other side dropped to the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with Tomas L.. Brisas' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Sergio Ceppi. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Stadio Italiano (3-3) against fifth ranked Luis Matte (3-3) on Saturday night. Visiting Stadio Italiano was defeated by Luis Matte in a tough game on the road 65-73. It was a great evening for guard Leonel Duhalde (-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 5 rebounds. Alvaro Guzman helped adding 16 points and 9 rebounds. At the losing side guard Gabriel Soto (-2002) responded with 13 points and 4 assists. Luis Matte moved-up to third place, which they share with Stadio Italiano and Truenos. Luis Matte will play against league's leader Sportiva Italiana in Valparaiso in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Stadio Italiano's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Boston College. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Aleman (2-4) against sixth ranked Liceo Curico (2-3) on Saturday night. Host Aleman was crushed by Liceo Curico in Puerto Varas 100-68. It was an exceptional evening for Keinder Albarran who led the winners and scored 43 points (!!!), 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Jose Figueroa came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds for Aleman 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. Liceo Curico moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Arabe de Valp. Aleman lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with Brisas and Municipal C.. Liceo Curico will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Aleman will play against Municipal C. (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Other games in round 7 were not that significant. Arabe de Valp. was beaten by Sergio Ceppi on the road 85-76. Colo Colo destroyed Municipal C. on its own court 85-58. Tomas L. unfortunately lost to Truenos in Talca 61-65. The most impressive performance of 7th round was 22 points and 9 rebounds by Martin Morales of Truenos.
Sergio Ceppi - Arabe de Valp. 85-76 The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Sergio Ceppi's (4-2) home victory over 4th placed Arabe de Valp. (2-3) in Santiago 85-76 on Saturday. Sergio Ceppi forced 19 Arabe de Valp. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Boris Guerra (-1987) who led the winners and scored 29 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Adrian Toro (176-1989) accounted for 9 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists and 6 steals for the winning side. Four Sergio Ceppi players scored in double figures. Pedro Soares came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals and forward Nicolas Vargas (-2001) added 21 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals respectively for Arabe de Valp. in the defeat. Sergio Ceppi have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Arabe de Valp. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with Liceo Curico. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santiago Brisas. Top scorers: Sergio Ceppi: B.Guerra 29+5reb+3ast, G.Gabriel 16+5reb+1ast, S.Rodrigo 11+4reb+6ast, F.Camilo 10+7reb+2ast, A.Toro 9+10reb+12ast, D.Pablo 6 Arabe de Valp.: S.Pedro 23+14reb+5ast, V.Nicolas 21+7reb+6ast, G.Sebastian 11+3reb, S.Andres 8+2reb+1ast, R.Ian 6+3reb+2ast, B.Fernandez 3+3reb+1ast Boston College - Brisas 48-78 LNB 2 round 7 most important game was a victory of Brisas over 6th ranked Boston College 78-48 on Saturday night. They outrebounded Boston College 47-35 including 37 on the defensive glass. Brisas looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Boston College's players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Felipe Oyarzun (187-1989) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds. Yoel Leon contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Four Brisas players scored in double figures. Lucas Marquez (196) answered with 16 points and 8 rebounds and forward Yves Orelus added 11 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Boston College. Boston College's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Brisas (2-4) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Aleman and Municipal C. Boston College at the other side dropped to the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with Tomas L.. Brisas' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Sergio Ceppi. Top scorers: Brisas: F.Oyarzun 27+13reb+2ast, L.Yoel 17+13reb+1ast, S.Frings 15+2reb+4ast, C.Castillo 15+6reb+6ast, C.Parraguirre 2+3reb+4ast, S.Roa 1+4reb+1ast Boston College: M.Lucas 16+8reb, O.Yves 11+9reb+2ast, B.Luis 11+4reb+1ast, O.Cristobal 7+6reb+1ast, M.Francisco 2+1reb, R.Jeudy 1+2reb Luis Matte - Stadio Italiano 73-65 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Stadio Italiano (3-3) against fifth ranked Luis Matte (3-3) on Saturday night. Visiting Stadio Italiano was defeated by Luis Matte in a tough game on the road 65-73. Luis Matte outrebounded Stadio Italiano 43-23 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for guard Leonel Duhalde (-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Alvaro Guzman (-1997) helped adding 16 points and 9 rebounds. Four Luis Matte players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Gabriel Soto (-2002) responded with 13 points and 4 assists and forward Vicente Schulz (-2002) scored 11 points. Luis Matte moved-up to third place, which they share with Stadio Italiano and Truenos. Luis Matte will play against league's leader Sportiva Italiana in Valparaiso in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Stadio Italiano's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Boston College. Top scorers: Luis Matte: D.Leonel 22+5reb+2ast, A.Guzman 16+9reb+2ast, C.Sanchez 12+6reb+4ast, F.Garrido 10+5reb+5ast, R.Reyes 8+6reb+2ast, V.Cristian 2+1reb Stadio Italiano: G.Fernandez 13+2reb, S.Gabriel 13+2reb+4ast, S.Vicente 11+4reb+2ast, T.Villarejo 9+4reb+2ast, F.Ferrer 8+4reb, A.Gomez 6+1reb Aleman - Liceo Curico 68-100 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Aleman (2-4) against sixth ranked Liceo Curico (2-3) on Saturday night. Host Aleman was crushed by Liceo Curico in Puerto Varas 100-68. Liceo Curico outrebounded Aleman 65-40 including a 45-29 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Venezuelan Keinder Albarran who led the winners and scored 43 points (!!!), 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Haitian forward Heder Louis accounted for 16 points, 28 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Four Liceo Curico players scored in double figures. Salvadorean Jose Figueroa (-2004) came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds and forward Rafael Chaparro (-2002) added 15 points respectively for Aleman 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. Liceo Curico moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Arabe de Valp. Aleman lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with Brisas and Municipal C.. Liceo Curico will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Aleman will play against Municipal C. (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Liceo Curico: K.Albarran 43+7reb+4ast, L.Heder 16+28reb+4ast, S.Riquelme 11+9reb+2ast, T.Manuel 11+5reb+4ast, S.Munoz 9+3reb+5ast, M.Emilio 4 Aleman: C.Rafael 15+2reb+2ast, F.Jose 10+10reb+1ast, R.Miguel 8+3reb, C.Jose 8+3reb+2ast, C.Roman 8+1reb+5ast, D.Velasquez 4+4reb+3ast Colo Colo - Municipal C. 85-58 Rather expected game when 4th placed Municipal C. (2-4) was smashed by second ranked Colo Colo (4-1) in Santiago 85-58 on Saturday. Colo Colo dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Municipal C.'s 22. Colo Colo forced 20 Municipal C. turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for Martin Gomez who led the winners and scored 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Eduardo Sepulveda (186-1986) accounted for 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Center Matias Villagran (199-1988) came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and center Marko Castro (192-1988) added 17 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Municipal C. 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. Colo Colo have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 4-1 record behind leader Liceo PN. Loser Municipal C. dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with Aleman and Brisas. Colo Colo will meet at home Tomas L. (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Municipal C. will play against Aleman in Puerto Varas and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Colo Colo: G.Martin 22+7reb+4ast, E.Sepulveda 17+5reb+4ast, F.Atala 12+4reb+1ast, J.Peters 9+2reb, S.Mauricio 6+7reb+2ast, F.Simon 6+3reb+2ast Municipal C.: M.Castro 17+8reb, M.Villagran 15+10reb+1ast, M.Andres 8, E.Viveros 7+5reb+1ast, V.Esteban 4+4reb, M.Javier 3+6reb+1ast Truenos - Tomas L. 65-61 Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Truenos (3-3) won against 7th ranked Tomas L. (1-5) in Talca 65-61 on Saturday. Truenos outrebounded Tomas L. 42-20 including a 32-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for forward Martin Morales (-2002) who led the winners and scored 22 points and 9 rebounds. Forward Nick Morales (187-1985) accounted for 9 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side. Truenos' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Esteban Castro (-1999) came up with 17 points and 8 rebounds and forward Andres Lavin (-1995) added 10 points and 4 assists respectively for Tomas L. in the defeat. Truenos moved-up to third place, which they share with Stadio Italiano and Luis Matte. Loser Tomas L. keeps the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with Boston College. Truenos will meet at home league's leader Liceo PN in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Tomas L. will play against the league's second-placed Colo Colo (#2) in Santiago and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Truenos: M.Martin 22+9reb+3ast, M.Alessandro 13+5reb+1ast, R.Benjamin 9+3reb+1ast, N.Morales 9+10reb+2ast, C.Joaquin 4+4reb+1ast, S.Charles 3+8reb Tomas L.: C.Esteban 17+8reb, L.Andres 10+3reb+4ast, S.Felipe 7+2reb, V.Farias 6+2reb+3ast, M.Reimundo 5+2reb+1ast, B.Ivan 2+2reb |
| LNB Round 5 of Quarter-Finals. Valdivia and Los Leones advance into semis - by Eurobasket News |
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Valdivia - Ancud 99-85 Valdivia shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Ancud's players. American center Roquez Johnson (201-1992, college: MSU, agency: BIG) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Argentinian point guard Nicolas Ferreyra (181-1985) contributed with 22 points and 7 assists for the winners. American forward Stephen Maxwell (201-1993, college: CSUN) answered with 26 points and 4 assists (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) and the other American import power forward Tavrion Dawson (202-1996, college: CSUN, agency: One Motive Sports) added 27 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Ancud. Top scorers: Valdivia: R.Johnson 26+12reb+4ast, N.Ferreyra 22+2reb+7ast, P.Sandoval 15+2reb, J.Manuel Rivero 9+7reb+7ast, G.Isla 9+7reb+2ast, C.Soto 8+1reb+3ast Ancud: T.Dawson 27+6reb, S.Maxwell 26+4reb+4ast, R.Armijo 17+7reb+2ast, S.Suarez 7+5reb+2ast, R.Gallegos 5+7reb+5ast, F.Pavez 3+1reb+3ast Los Leones - Espanol O. 78-67 American power forward Markus Kennedy (206-1991, college: SMU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 18 rebounds. The former international forward Nicolas Rebolledo (-2002) contributed with 14 points for the winners. The former international Carlos Lauler (190) answered with 23 points and 5 rebounds and Argentinian point guard Nicolas Zurschmitten (183-1995) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Espanol O. Top scorers: Los Leones: M.Kennedy 23+18reb+2ast, R.Nicolas 14+3reb, T.Alvarez 10+2reb, J.Fuller 9+4reb+3ast, B.Amor 9+6reb+1ast, D.Jones 5+4reb+6ast Espanol O.: C.Lauler 23+5reb+2ast, N.Zurschmitten 14+7reb+6ast, M.Luchi 10+11reb, R.Munoz 8+4reb+1ast, D.Daniels 7+13reb+3ast, H.Gomez 5+1reb |
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| Asia-Basket.com All-Chinese CBA Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Jiwei Zhao (184-PG-1995) of Liaoning FLPlayer of the Year:  Dominique Jones (193-G-1988) of Jilin NE T.Guard of the Year: Dominique Jones (193-G-1988) of Jilin NE T.Forward of the Year: Zhenlin Zhang (206-SF-1999) of Liaoning FLCenter of the Year: Jared Sullinger (206-C-1992) of Shenzhen L.Defensive Player of the Year: Zijie Shen (210-C-1997) of Shenzhen L.Import Player of the Year: Dominique Jones (193-G-1988) of Jilin NE T.Domestic Player of the Year: Zhelin Wang (214-C-1994) of Shanghai S.Rookie of the Year: Yongxi Cui (196-G-2003) of Guangzhou LLMost Improved Player of the Year: Zeyi Liu (202-F-1999) of Zhejiang GB.Sixth Man of the Year: Qian Wu (188-PG-1994) of Zhejiang GB.Coach of the Year: Shilong Wang of Zhejiang GB.
First Team Dominique Jones (193-G-1988) of Jilin NE T. MarShon Brooks (197-SG-1989) of Guangdong ST Antonio Blakeney (193-G-1996) of Jiangsu D. Zhenlin Zhang (206-SF-1999) of Liaoning FL Jared Sullinger (206-C-1992) of Shenzhen L.
Second Team Jiwei Zhao (184-PG-1995) of Liaoning FL Kahlil Felder (175-PG-1995) of Shanxi L. Kyle Fogg (191-G-1990) of Liaoning FL Xining He (195-SG-1997) of Shenzhen L. Zhelin Wang (214-C-1994) of Shanghai S.
Honorable Mention Qian Wu (188-PG-1994) of Zhejiang GB. Zeyi Liu (202-F-1999) of Zhejiang GB. Ailun Guo (189-SG-1993) of Liaoning FL Zijie Shen (210-C-1997) of Shenzhen L. TJ Leaf (208-F-1997) of Beijing D. Melo Trimble (190-G-1995) of Shanghai S. Jinqiu Hu (211-C-1997) of Guangsha L. Minghui Sun (187-G-1996) of Guangsha L. Shiyan Gao (186-PG-1996) of Shandong H. Ying-Chun Chen (182-PG-1993) of Guangzhou LL Abudurexiti Abudushalamu (203-SF-1996) of Xinjiang FT Eugene German (183-PG-1997) of Qingdao E. QJ Peterson (183-PG-1994) of Nanjing TX MK Fan Zhang (195-SG-1996) of Beijing RF Thon Maker (216-C-1997) of Kuwait Marlain Veal (175-PG-1996) of Sichuan BW Benson Lin (193-G-1999) of Tianjin Brandon Taylor (178-PG-1994) of Ningbo R.
All-Domestic Players Team Jiwei Zhao (184-PG-1995) of Liaoning FL Qian Wu (188-PG-1994) of Zhejiang GB. Xining He (195-SG-1997) of Shenzhen L. Zhenlin Zhang (206-SF-1999) of Liaoning FL Zhelin Wang (214-C-1994) of Shanghai S.
All-Imports Team Kyle Fogg (191-G-1990) of Liaoning FL Antonio Blakeney (193-G-1996) of Jiangsu D. Dominique Jones (193-G-1988) of Jilin NE T. MarShon Brooks (197-SG-1989) of Guangdong ST Jared Sullinger (206-C-1992) of Shenzhen L. |
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| Liga Wplay Round 10: Storm is defeated by Cafeteros - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of top-ranked Storm (8-3) in Armenia on Friday night. Visitors were rolled over by second ranked Cafeteros (7-2) 88-51. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Cafeteros outrebounded Storm 48-31 including 17 on the offensive glass. International Alvaro Pena (197-1995) scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard JaQuaylon Mays (185-2000, college: Fort Lewis) chipped in 16 points during the contest. At the losing side Argentinian Matias Solanas (192-1998) responded with 10 points and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cafeteros maintains second position with 7-2 record having 2 victories less than leader Carrib.Storm. Storm at the other side still keeps top place with three games lost. They share the position with Titanes. Important game to mention about took place in Cali. Fourth ranked Cimarrones (6-6) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging one of their biggest challengers Team Cali (5-6) 79-76 in the fight for the third place. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Team Cali. American forward Mike Poole (196-1992, college: Iona) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and Bruce Massey supported him with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Even 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard John Merchant (187-1989, college: Dowling) did not help to save the game for Team Cali. Team Cali's coach Guillermo Moreno rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cimarrones moved-up to third place. Team Cali at the other side dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. The game between Top Four teams took place in Bucaramanga. Third ranked host Bucaros (8-4) defeated their biggest opponent Titanes (8-3) 80-74. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Titanes. Sammy Mojica fired 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Josimar Ayarza produced 25 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Titanes' coach Tomas Diaz tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Bucaros maintains third position with 8-4 record behind leader Carrib.Storm. Defending champion Titanes still keep top place with three games lost. They share the position with Carrib.Storm. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 10: Motilones lost to Piratas on the opponent's court 88-98. Team Cali managed to outperform Cimarrones in a home game 82-73. Carrib.Storm recorded a loss to Cafeteros on the road 90-81.
Bucaros - Titanes 80-74 The game between Top Four teams took place in Bucaramanga. Third ranked host Bucaros (8-4) defeated their biggest opponent Titanes (8-3) 80-74. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Titanes. American guard Sammy Mojica (191-1994, college: Drexel) fired 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Andre Souza chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Four Bucaros players scored in double figures. Panamanian Josimar Ayarza (205-1987, college: Southern Miss) produced 25 points and 5 rebounds and Argentinian Jose Defelippo (186-1997) added 9 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Titanes' coach Tomas Diaz tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Bucaros maintains third position with 8-4 record behind leader Carrib.Storm. Defending champion Titanes still keep top place with three games lost. They share the position with Carrib.Storm. Top scorers: Bucaros: S.Mojica 19+7reb+4ast, A.Montes 18+4reb+2ast, O.Munoz 14+2reb+4ast, S.Andre 13+11reb+2ast, J.Zapata 6+2reb, M.Bermudez 5+5reb+2ast Titanes: J.Ayarza 25+5reb+1ast, A.Carmona 13+2reb+1ast, J.Defelippo 9+5reb+3ast, Q.Kevin 7+4reb+1ast, J.Lozano 6+3reb+2ast, D.Luque Soren 5+6reb Piratas - Motilones 98-88 Rather expected game in Bogota where 4th ranked Motilones (1-8) were defeated by first ranked Piratas (9-2) 98-88 on Thursday. Piratas made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Piratas outrebounded Motilones 34-21 including a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. American point guard Jeremy Smith (180-1997, college: CSUSB) fired 29 points for the winners. The other American import power forward Jalen Dupree (205-1998, college: Tennessee St.) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. Argentinian-Italian guard Mateo Diaz (186-2002) produced 27 points and American-Panamanian point guard CJ Rodriguez (188-1994, college: S.Nazarene) added 20 points respectively for lost side. Five Piratas and four Motilones players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Piratas maintains first position with 9-2 record. Motilones lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourth place with eight games lost. Top scorers: Piratas: J.Smith 29+4reb+2ast, J.Dupree 20+8reb+1ast, S.Santiago 16+10reb, D.Holloway 13+2reb+1ast, V.Sebastian 10+4reb+1ast, S.David 5+2ast Motilones: D.Mateo 27+4reb+2ast, C.Rodriguez 20+1reb+3ast, J.Valinotti 16+3reb+1ast, M.Juan 15+3reb+1ast, R.Brown 4+3reb+2ast, A.Bejarano 2+4reb Team Cali - Cimarrones 82-73 The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Team Cali's (5-6) home victory over one of their biggest challengers Cimarrones (6-6) 82-73 on Friday. Team Cali made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Team Cali outrebounded Cimarrones 48-28 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Chilean guard Franco Morales (179-1992) fired 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard John Merchant (187-1989, college: Dowling) chipped in a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Gianfranco Espinosa produced 14 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Bruce Massey (190-1990, college: MTSU, agency: BIG) added 13 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Team Cali have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Team Cali went down to fourth position due to points difference. Cimarrones lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with six games lost. Top scorers: Team Cali: F.Morales 29+9reb+4ast, J.Merchant 23+10reb+2ast, P.Filippakos 11+14reb+3ast, L.Grueso 9+10reb+1ast, H.Montano 7+2reb+1ast, S.Jorge 2+1reb Cimarrones: E.Gianfranco 14+8reb+3ast, B.Massey 13+3reb+4ast, M.Poole 12+3reb+1ast, N.Evans 9+4reb+3ast, M.Parra 8+2reb, A.Minota 7+1reb+4ast Cafeteros - Carrib.Storm 88-51 The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of top-ranked Storm (8-3) in Armenia on Friday night. Visitors were rolled over by second ranked Cafeteros (7-2) 88-51. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Cafeteros outrebounded Storm 48-31 including 17 on the offensive glass. International Alvaro Pena (197-1995) scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard JaQuaylon Mays (185-2000, college: Fort Lewis) chipped in 16 points during the contest. Four Cafeteros players scored in double figures. At the losing side Argentinian Matias Solanas (192-1998) responded with 10 points and 4 assists and the former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) scored 12 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cafeteros maintains second position with 7-2 record having 2 victories less than leader Carrib.Storm. Storm at the other side still keeps top place with three games lost. They share the position with Titanes. Top scorers: Cafeteros: J.Mays 16+3reb+3ast, A.Pena 14+6reb+4ast, J.Cardenas 11+9reb+1ast, A.Mateo 10+4reb+1ast, T.Trocha-Morelos 10+5reb+3ast, C.Arboleda 9+7reb+2ast Carrib.Storm: R.Roque 12+3reb+1ast, M.Solanas 10+4reb+4ast, K.Walters 8+5reb, A.Ibarguen 8+5reb+1ast, J.Hernandez 5+5reb+1ast, D.Morrison 4+3reb Cafeteros - Carrib.Storm 90-81 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Armenia where top-ranked Storm (8-3) was defeated by second ranked Cafeteros (7-2) 90-81 on Saturday. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Cafeteros dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Storm's 28 and made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. International Alvaro Pena (197-1995) fired 26 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American forward Onno Steger (196, college: WCU, agency: Helping Ballers) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. American Dominique Morrison (198-1989, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) produced 23 points and the former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Storm's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Cafeteros maintains second position with 7-2 record having 2 victories less than leader Carrib.Storm. Loser Storm still keeps top place with three games lost. They share the position with Titanes. Top scorers: Cafeteros: A.Pena 26+8reb+2ast, O.Steger 18+12reb+2ast, M.Dunbar 16+5reb+1ast, T.Trocha-Morelos 14+4reb+3ast, J.Mays 8+10reb+5ast, A.Salazar 6+1reb Carrib.Storm: D.Morrison 23+4reb+2ast, M.Solanas 18+2reb+1ast, R.Roque 13+9reb+2ast, W.Emmil 13+2reb, A.Ibarguen 4+7reb+1ast, J.Newby 4+4reb+7ast Team Cali - Cimarrones 76-79 Important game to mention about took place in Cali. Fourth ranked Cimarrones (6-6) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging one of their biggest challengers Team Cali (5-6) 79-76 in the fight for the third place. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Team Cali. American forward Mike Poole (196-1992, college: Iona) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and the other American import guard Bruce Massey (190-1990, college: MTSU, agency: BIG) supported him with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Even 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard John Merchant (187-1989, college: Dowling) did not help to save the game for Team Cali. Greek power forward Panagiotis Filippakos (202-1994) added 15 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Team Cali's coach Guillermo Moreno rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cimarrones moved-up to third place. Team Cali at the other side dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. Top scorers: Cimarrones: M.Poole 25+10reb+3ast, B.Massey 15+8reb+9ast, N.Evans 14+7reb+4ast, A.Minota 11+4reb+3ast, E.Gianfranco 7, M.Parra 4+5reb Team Cali: J.Merchant 23+7reb+4ast, P.Filippakos 15+9reb+3ast, L.Grueso 11+8reb+1ast, F.Morales 10+5reb+6ast, S.Jorge 8+4reb+3ast, P.Martin 7+2reb+1ast |
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The 27-year old player was the main contributor (26 points, eight rebounds and two assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Carrib.Storm (#1, 8-3) 90-81. Cafeteros maintains the 2nd position in their group in Colombian Liga Wplay. They would have been even better if they did not have these two lost games earlier in Regular Season. Cafeteros will need more victories to improve their 7-2 record. In the team's last game Pena had a remarkable 72.7% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Cafeteros, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Alvaro Pena has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 8.9rpg) and averages impressive 64.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Chilean Franco Morales (179-G-1992) of Team Cali. Morales had a very good evening with 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course Team Cali cruised to a 82-73 relatively comfortable win over slightly higher-ranked Cimarrones (#3, 6-6). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group B. Team Cali consolidated its place in top 4 of the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 5-6 record. Morales is one of the most experienced players at Team Cali and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Jeremy Smith (180-PG-1997) of league's top team Piratas. Smith scored 29 points. He was a key player of Piratas, leading his team to a 98-88 win against #4 ranked Motilones. Piratas confirms their top position in Group A. Smith has a great season in Colombia. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.5ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Mateo Diaz (186-G-2002) of Motilones - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Bruce Massey (190-G-1990) of Cimarrones - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists 6. Mike Poole (196-F-1992) of Cimarrones - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Sammy Mojica (191-G-1994) of Bucaros - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Onno Steger (196-F) of Cafeteros - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Jalen Dupree (205-F/C-1998) of Piratas - 20 points and 8 rebounds 10. Gianfranco Espinosa) of Cimarrones - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Pelicans triumph in Liga Superior de Baloncesto 2023 - by Eurobasket News |
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Pelicans - Escoba 65:64 Pelicans triumphed in Liga Superior de Baloncesto 2023. They won the Final series against Escoba 2-0 with a decisive 65-64 victory. Pelicans started with a 20-15 run and led 2 points at the halftime. Escoba grabbed the lead with a 20-13 rally in the third quarter, however could not upset the winners. Pelicans closed the game with a final 19-13 to triumph in the country. In Game 1 Pelicans needed overtime to beat Escoba 89-82. Isaac Conejo (182-PG-1994) stepped up with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. |
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| Reed Jr. signs at Etha - by Antonis Katsaros | ||||
He graduated from Mississippi State University in 2023 and it is his first season as a professional player. Reed played also for Southeast Missouri State University for 2 years. |
| Frederick Achilleas Kaimakliou adds coach Arvanitis - by Antonis Katsaros |
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Frederick Achilleas Kaimakliou (OPAP Basket League) confirmed in their roster coach Michalis Arvanitis for new 2023-24 season. Arvanitis was assistant coach of Achilleas and he upgraded to head coach after the departure of coach Yiangoullis. The team's announcement: "We are pleased to announce the new coach of our men's team! Michalis Arvanitis, after last year as an assistant, is promoted to the position of head coach! Michalis is a graduate of T.E.F.A.A. Athens with a specialization in basketball and a diploma as a coach of the A' category. He has also been selected and attended FIBA coaching seminars (F.E.C.C.) and the Euroleague Head Coaches Abroad association (Euroleague Head Coaches Abroad). Achilleas has always been one of the teams that gives opportunities to young players and relies on youth. Therefore, by following the tradition we give Michael the opportunity to make his own start! We wish Michael good luck and together we can achieve our goals!" |
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| NBL Round 2 of Finals. Opava open 2-0 lead - by Eurobasket News |
FINALOpava - Decin 85-82Opava extended the lead in the Finals as they held off Decin in Game 2. 26 personal fouls committed by Decin helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Slovakian power forward Jakub Mokran (200-1999) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Filip Zbranek (196-1990) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds. Four Opava players scored in double figures. The former international forward Tomas Pomikalek (200-1989) produced 26 points and 8 rebounds and forward Matej Svoboda (200-1996, college: Dayton) added 14 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Decin: T.Pomikalek 26+8reb+2ast, M.Svoboda 14+3reb+1ast, F.Kroutil 12+2reb+2ast, T.Nichols 9+2reb+7ast, I.Josipovic 9+3reb+1ast, A.Walton 6+4reb+5ast Opava: F.Zbranek 24+5reb+1ast, J.Mokran 18+14reb+1ast, J.Sirina 15+3reb+5ast, L.Jurecka 14+4reb+1ast, J.Slavik 4+1reb+1ast, D.Carl 3+4reb 3-4 PlacePardubice - Nymburk 81-99Nymburk earned the third position in the League as they swept Pardubice. Nymburk players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. American swingman Lamb Autrey (190-1989, college: St.Mary's, TX, agency: Haylett Sports) orchestrated the victory by scoring 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Jakub Tuma (192-1998, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 18 points and 4 assists for the winners. American point guard Nickolas Neal (184-1988, college: Purdue-NCent.) replied with 16 points and 4 assists and the former international power forward Kamil Svrdlik (205-1986, college: FDU, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points in the effort for Pardubice. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Pardubice: N.Neal 16+4reb+4ast, V.Matyas 13+4reb+1ast, K.Svrdlik 13+3reb+2ast, D.Dickerson 12+1reb+5ast, P.Safarcik 11+3reb+2ast, J.Sterba 10+6reb Nymburk: J.Tuma 18+2reb+4ast, L.Autrey 17+6reb+9ast, L.Palyza 16+2reb+1ast, M.Kriz 11+6reb, O.Sehnal 11+2reb+9ast, F.Vana 8+4reb |
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| Dominican Rep. LNB round 4 best performance: Keith Jordan (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 24 points and 10 rebounds, while his team beat Metros (#7, 1-8) 122-110. Titanes maintains the 6th position in Dominican Rep. LNB. Titanes 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 4-5 record. In the team's last game Jordan had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Titanes, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Keith Jordan averages this season 16.6ppg and 5.9rpg. The second best player in last round's games was Brahiam Mendez of Metros. Mendez had a very good evening with 26 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Metros lost that game 110-122 to slightly higher-ranked Titanes (#6, 4-5). Metros managed to keep the same 7th spot in the standings. 8 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Metros managed to get this year. Mendez is one of the most experienced players at Metros and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was another Metros' star - American forward Emmitt Williams (198-F-1998). Williams scored 19 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Williams' great performance Metros lost 110-122 to slightly higher-ranked Titanes (#6, 4-5). But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates. Metros can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 1-8 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Williams has individually a great season in Dominican Republic. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.2ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 10.9rpg (2nd best). He also has 1.4bpg and FGP: 58.2%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Luis Feliz (190-G/F-2002) of Marineros - 24 points and 7 rebounds 5. Jeff Allen (201-C/F-1987) of Caneros - 22 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Tyree Crump (185-G-1997) of Caneros - 25 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Randy Bautista (F) of Titanes - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Anyeuri Castillo (201-F-1997) of Soles - 17 points and 8 rebounds 9. Jean Quezada (F) of Leones - 15 points and 10 rebounds 10. Jaelyn Johnson-Coston (198-SF-1993) of Titanes - 26 points and 3 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game between Top Four teams took place in San Francisco. 4th ranked host Indios (4-4) lost to third ranked Leones (5-2) 83-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Indios. Leones dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Indios' 40. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Jean Quezada who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and point guard Jaison Valdez (188-1995) who added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward JD Miller (203-1996, college: TCU) responded with 11 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains third position with 5-2 record having 2 victories less than leader Caneros. Indios at the other side dropped to the fifth place with four games lost. Leones' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santo Domingo to the arena Soles. Bottom-ranked Marineros (0-7) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their seventh consecutive match to fourth ranked Indios (4-4) 94-87. The winners were led by Nehemias Morillo (197-1992, college: S.Florida) who scored that evening 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Luismal Ferreiras supported him with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Even 24 points and 7 rebounds by swingman Luis Feliz (190-2002) did not help to save the game for Marineros. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Despite that victory Indios went down to fifth position due to points difference. Marineros at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Indios will play against Titanes (#6) in San Cristobal in the next round. Marineros will have a break next round. The game in Santo Domingo was also quite interesting. Second ranked Caneros (7-2) played at the court of 5th ranked Soles (5-4). Caneros managed to secure a 7-point victory 82-75 on Wednesday. Jeff Allen fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Anyeuri Castillo produced 18 points for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Caneros have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Soles lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with four games lost. Caneros will meet at home Metros (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Soles' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santo Domingo Leones. In the last two games of round 4 Metros lost to Titanes on the opponent's court 110-122. Soles outscored Titanes in a home game 102-64.
Indios - Marineros 94-87 Bottom-ranked Marineros (0-7) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their seventh consecutive match to fourth ranked Indios (4-4) 94-87. Indios made 18-of-20 charity shots (90.0 percent) during the game. The winners were led by Nehemias Morillo (197-1992, college: S.Florida) who scored that evening 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Luismal Ferreiras (197-2003) supported him with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Even 24 points and 7 rebounds by swingman Luis Feliz (190-2002) did not help to save the game for Marineros. U.S. Virgin Islands power forward Rakeem Christmas (206-1991, college: Syracuse) added 23 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Despite that victory Indios went down to fifth position due to points difference. Marineros at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Indios will play against Titanes (#6) in San Cristobal in the next round. Marineros will have a break next round. Top scorers: Indios: F.Luismal 18+9reb, N.Morillo 16+8reb+6ast, Y.Rodriguez 11+1reb+1ast, C.Hollis 10+6reb+4ast, J.Miller 9+8reb+3ast, E.Soliman 9+1reb+3ast Marineros: F.Luis 24+7reb+1ast, R.Christmas 23+7reb+1ast, M.Quezada 9+4reb+4ast, B.Polanco 8+5reb+4ast, L.Jacobo 7+2reb+1ast, A.Nelson 7+5reb+4ast Soles - Caneros 75-82 The game in Santo Domingo was also quite interesting. Second ranked Caneros (7-2) played at the court of 5th ranked Soles (5-4). Caneros managed to secure a 7-point victory 82-75 on Wednesday. Caneros looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Soles' players. American power forward Jeff Allen (201-1987, college: Virginia Tech) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. The other American import guard Tyree Crump (185-1997, college: Georgia, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 25 points and 7 assists (made all of his seven free throws). Forward Anyeuri Castillo (201-1997, college: USC Aiken) produced 18 points and American guard Isaiah Williams (188-1995, college: Georgia St., agency: BIG) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Four Soles players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Caneros have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Soles lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with four games lost. Caneros will meet at home Metros (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Soles' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santo Domingo Leones. Top scorers: Caneros: T.Crump 25+2reb+7ast, J.Allen 22+12reb+3ast, P.Bryant 8+6reb, M.Herasme 8+3reb+3ast, B.Martinez 8+5reb+1ast, O.Sanchez 7+7reb+3ast Soles: A.Castillo 18+2reb+2ast, I.Williams 13+4reb+2ast, J.Liriano 12+4reb+1ast, G.Suero 11+6reb+2ast, F.Pichardo 7+5reb+1ast, J.Familia 6+6reb Titanes - Metros 122-110 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Metros' (1-8) road loss to sixth ranked Titanes (4-5) 110-122 on Thursday. Titanes looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American Keith Jordan (198-1998, college: SHU) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The other American import Jaelyn Johnson-Coston (198-1993, college: FMU) chipped in 26 points. American forward Emmitt Williams (198-1998, college: LSU) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds and Brahiam Mendez added 26 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Titanes have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 4-5 record. Metros lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with eight games lost. Titanes will meet at home higher ranked Indios (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Metros will play against the league's leader Caneros in La Romana and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Titanes: J.Johnson-Coston 26+3reb+1ast, K.Jordan 24+10reb+2ast, D.St.Hilaire 16+2reb+6ast, P.Jassel 16+9reb+5ast, R.Bautista 12+8reb+7ast, M.Evangelista 11+5reb+1ast Metros: M.Brahiam 26+4reb+4ast, T.Duval 22+4reb+5ast, E.Williams 19+15reb+2ast, J.Matos 12+3reb+5ast, J.Iciano 11+2ast, O.Garcia 8+1reb+2ast Indios - Leones 71-83 The game between Top Four teams took place in San Francisco. 4th ranked host Indios (4-4) lost to third ranked Leones (5-2) 83-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Indios. Leones dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Indios' 40. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Jean Quezada who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and point guard Jaison Valdez (188-1995) who added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward JD Miller (203-1996, college: TCU) responded with 11 points and 9 rebounds and naturalized Italian point guard Yancarlos Rodriguez (189-1994) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains third position with 5-2 record having 2 victories less than leader Caneros. Indios at the other side dropped to the fifth place with four games lost. Leones' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santo Domingo to the arena Soles. Top scorers: Leones: Q.Jean 15+10reb, L.Cabrera 12+7reb+1ast, C.Diego 11+1reb+1ast, J.Valdez 11+6reb+4ast, K.Perez 9+3reb, P.David 8 Indios: N.Morillo 13+3reb+3ast, Y.Rodriguez 12+7reb+3ast, J.Miller 11+9reb+3ast, F.Luismal 7+8reb, C.Pepin 7+8reb, Y.Montero 6+1reb Soles - Titanes 102-64 Everything could happen in Santo Domingo at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Soles and 6th ranked Titanes had identical 4-4 record. This time Soles used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from San Cristobal 102-64 on Friday night. Soles looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Titanes' players. Naturalized American Gerardo Suero (196-1989, college: Albany) fired 20 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Anyeuri Castillo (201-1997, college: USC Aiken) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Four Soles players scored in double figures. American forward Randy Bautista (, college: ASA Manhattan CC) produced 13 points and 4 assists and his fellow American import Keith Jordan (198-1998, college: SHU) added 11 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Soles (5-4) moved-up to fourth place. Loser Titanes keep the sixth position with five games lost. Soles' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Santo Domingo Leones. Top scorers: Soles: G.Suero 20+7reb+3ast, A.Castillo 17+8reb+1ast, I.Williams 13+6ast, M.Guzman 13+3reb+1ast, C.Darwin 8+11reb+5ast, J.Liriano 7+2reb Titanes: R.Bautista 13+3reb+4ast, K.Jordan 11+3reb, M.Evangelista 7+6reb, D.St.Hilaire 7+3reb, X.de la Rosa 6, G.Axel 5+1reb+1ast |
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| Ecuador advance to the second phase of AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News |
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Bolivia - Ecuador 86:81 Ecuador advanced to the second phase of AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers despite the loss in the second game against Bolivia. The latter won 86-81, but lost the 154-171 by aggregate. Ecuador secured a 26-10 lead at the start to get control of the game. Bolivia meanwhile replied with a 23-21 narrow win in the second frame and dominated the second half for the final 5-point win. Ronald Arze (175-PG-1993) led Bolivia with 23 points and Rene Calvo (193-F/G-1993) produced 22. Irin Stark (185-G-1989, college: STAC) nailed 18, whilst Luis Mercado (205-C-1997) had 10. Carlos Malatay (180-G-1990) and Abraham Barahona (198-SF-2003) answered with 13 points each in the losing effort. |
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| Liga MB Round 3 of Finals. Santa Tecla sweep Cojute for the trophy - by Eurobasket News |
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Santa Tecla - Cojute 96-88 Santa Tecla claimed Liga MB title. They overcame Cojute in Game 3 of the Finals to complete the sweep. Santa Tecla made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Dominican forward Adonis Lopez (-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Ernesto Rodriguez (170-2001) chipped in 22 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Shian Bradshaw (194-1995, college: Wake Tech CC) who recorded a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds and the other American import center Troidell Carter (206-1991, college: Slippery Rock) added 10 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Santa Tecla: L.Adonis 27+15reb+6ast, E.Rodriguez 22+4reb+5ast, C.Blake 15+3ast, Y.Cubillas 13+10reb+2ast, L.Portal 9+2reb, S.Colmenero 7+2reb Cojute: S.Bradshaw 34+10reb+3ast, N.Avalos 15+4reb+2ast, K.Martinez 12+2reb+4ast, T.Carter 10+12reb+3ast, B.Reyes 8+6reb+7ast, V.Sebastian 7+3reb |
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| SK Nord/Cramo earn U18 League title - by Eurobasket News |
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SK Nord/Cramo are U18 League champions. They outgunned Rapla Korvpallikool 58-44 in the Final today. Simm-Marten Saadi (205-F-2005) came up with 24 points to lead the winners. Rapla held their opponents to just 7 points in the second frame to take a 27-24 halftime lead. But SK Nord/Cramo replied with a 22-5 rally in the third term to surge ahead for good. Mikk Savi (183-F-2006) accounted for 12 points for the champions. Karmo Kilk (195-G/F-2005) replied with 14 points for Rapla. Tartu Ulikool earned the third position as they overcame Rakvere 108-74 in the consolation final. |
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| Zalgiris keep Hayes for another season - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played there last season. In 37 LKL games he recorded 7.4ppg and 3.6rpg. He helped them to win the cup. He also played 37 games in Euroleague where he averaged 5.4ppg and 4.4rpg. Hayes contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. The previous (2022) summer he played at the Nuggets in NBA. In two games he had just 2.5ppg and 2.0rpg in 2022 year. He has been regularly called to Central African Senior National Team since 2021. Hayes has played also professionally in France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket), Italy (Cantu) and Turkey (Bursaspor). He graduated from University of Florida in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball. |
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| Ecuador advance to the second phase of AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers - by Eurobasket News |
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Bolivia - Ecuador 86:81 Ecuador advanced to the second phase of AmeriCup FIBA 2025 Qualifiers despite the loss in the second game against Bolivia. The latter won 86-81, but lost the 154-171 by aggregate. Ecuador secured a 26-10 lead at the start to get control of the game. Bolivia meanwhile replied with a 23-21 narrow win in the second frame and dominated the second half for the final 5-point win. Ronald Arze (175-PG-1993) led Bolivia with 23 points and Rene Calvo (193-F/G-1993) produced 22. Irin Stark (185-G-1989, college: STAC) nailed 18, whilst Luis Mercado (205-C-1997) had 10. Carlos Malatay (180-G-1990) and Abraham Barahona (198-SF-2003) answered with 13 points each in the losing effort. |
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| ProA U21 Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Cholet and Limoges to clash for title - by Eurobasket News |
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Cholet - Roanne 82-63 Cholet outrebounded Roanne 54-31 including a 22-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Lucas Dufeal (204-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Tidjane Salaun (205-2005) contributed with 16 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Four Cholet players scored in double figures. Forward Alexandre Bouzidi (196-2004) answered with 19 points and 4 assists and guard Mathis Courbon (189-2005) added 14 points and 5 assists in the effort for Roanne. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Cholet: P.Adrien 21+1ast, S.Tidjane 16+8reb, D.Lucas 15+18reb+4ast, L.Matheo 11+6reb+7ast, N.Balfourier 5+7reb, L.Elidjah-Gabriel 5+4reb+2ast Roanne: B.Alexandre 19+4reb+4ast, C.Mathis 14+1reb+5ast, M.Aboubacar 11+7reb+1ast, S.Birahima 9+6reb+4ast, N.Narcisse 5+5reb+1ast, P.Louis 3+2reb Limoges CSP - Blois 74-67 Point guard Hugo Desseignet (175-2003) fired 9 points and 12 assists for the winners. Tyron Minfir (197-2002) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Halvine Dzellat-Diakeno (200-2004) produced 19 points and 7 rebounds and guard Eliot Thillier (188-2002) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Limoges CSP: M.Sidibe 16+4reb, M.Tyron 15+5reb, D.Hugo 9+3reb+12ast, G.Gaspard 9+5reb, C.Martin 7, M.Anthony 5+2reb+1ast Blois: D.Halvine 19+7reb, T.Eliot 10+7reb, S.Maxime 9+4reb+2ast, D.Dominique 7+1ast, L.Tom 6+2reb+2ast, B.Pavel 6+3reb+2ast |
| ProA U21 Round 1 of Finals. Cholet capture the trophy - by Eurobasket News |
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Cholet - Limoges CSP 72-42 Cholet conquered Espoirs Elite title. They overcame Limoges CSP in the championship game. Cholet forced 21 Limoges CSP turnovers and outrebounded them 49-37 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Limoges CSP's players. Forward Tidjane Salaun (205-2005) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Forward Lucas Dufeal (204-2003) chipped in 8 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Mali forward Mohamed Sidibe (196-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and guard Anthony Martinez (185-2004) added 8 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Cholet: S.Tidjane 17+10reb, N.Balfourier 11+10reb+1ast, L.Matheo 10+3reb+6ast, D.Lucas 8+11reb+4ast, P.Adrien 8+3reb+1ast, E.Amael 6+2ast Limoges CSP: M.Sidibe 12+14reb+2ast, M.Anthony 8+2reb+2ast, Y.II Christopher 6+3reb, N.Yannick 4+4reb, C.Martin 3+1reb, E.Celian 3+1reb |
| ProB Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Chalons-Reims and Chalon/Saone record victories - by Eurobasket News |
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Chalons-Reims - Orleans 82-63 Chalons-Reims outrebounded Entente Orleans 45 48-32 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Entente Orleans 45 was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of Cuban power forward Grismay Paumier (205-1988) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Point guard Mathis Keita (192-1992, college: IUP) contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Chalons-Reims players scored in double figures. American guard Jonathan Stark (184-1995, college: Murray St., agency: Pensack Sports) answered with 14 points and 4 assists and swingman Neftali Difuidi-Walokwa (193-2001) added 7 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Entente Orleans 45. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Chalons-Reims: G.Paumier 17+12reb+2ast, J.Dally 14+6reb, M.Jackson 14+1reb+6ast, S.Gbetkom Bikantchou 11+4reb+1ast, M.Keita 10+7reb+4ast, D.Skara 9+4reb+2ast Orleans: J.Stark 14+1reb+4ast, T.De Lattibeaudiere 8+4reb+1ast, D.Neftali 7+9reb, M.Mutuale 7+1reb+1ast, J.Mipoka 7+2reb+1ast, J.Ogungbemi-Jackson 5+2reb+2ast Chalon/Saone - Boulazac 87-78 Chalon/Saor looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international guard Antoine Eito (188-1988) fired 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Swedish center Mattias Markusson (220-1996, college: LMU) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Olivier Cortale (207-1997) produced 29 points and 7 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and Bahamas-American forward Travis Munnings (198-1994, college: ULM) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Top scorers: Chalon/Saone: M.Markusson 16+7reb+1ast, A.Eito 16+9reb+7ast, S.Hannah 16+1reb+4ast, K.Baptiste 11+1ast, L.Gaudoux 9+6reb+2ast, L.Lapornik 8+4reb+2ast Boulazac: O.Cortale 29+7reb+1ast, T.Munnings 12+6reb+2ast, N.de Jong 8+5reb, B.Tchouaffe 7+4reb, C.Cavallo 6+4reb+6ast, V.Toliopoulos 6+2reb+4ast |
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| TSU celebrate Superleague title - by Eurobasket News |
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Rustavi - TSU 75-87 TSU earned Superleague title. They overcame Rustavi in Game 5 of the Finals to lift the trophy. Rustavi was trailing by 5 points at halftime but managed to get 1-point lead after three quarters before a 27-14 charge of TSU, which allowed them to win the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Djimon Henson (193-1998, college: Morehead St.) stepped up and scored 31 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Malcolm Drumwright (188-1995, college: JSU) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. American guard Tray Croft (185-1997, college: UW-Parkside) responded with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Anzori Nadiradze (202-2001, agency: BIG) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four Rustavi players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Rustavi: L.Babilodze 21, T.Croft 20+7reb+7ast, N.Anzori 12+10reb, A.Diggs 10+8reb, L.Bulashvili 8+1reb+2ast, A.Dvalishvili 2+2reb+1ast TSU: D.Henson 31+8reb+3ast, M.Drumwright 17+5reb+5ast, G.Tsintsadze 11+3reb+9ast, B.Bekauri 9+8reb+2ast, M.Berishvili 7+5reb+1ast, C.Bowen 6+2reb |
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| Nils Machowski Drills In Your Face Buzzer Beater Giving Alba Berlin The 2023 NBBL Title Over The Young Rasta Dragons 78-75 - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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It was Sunday morning in Frankfurt and the Alba Berlin NBBL and JBBL teams were getting ready to embark on playing the 2023 youth finals and it was the calm before the storm. It was a beautiful sunny morning and who would of thought that hours later they would have won the double, but nobody could have predicted that these 2 games would probably go down in German youth history as the 2 greatest finals back to back ever on the same day. The Alba Berlin JBBL (U-16) began with a thrilling win over the underdog Eintracht Frankfurt-Fraport Skyliners that took them to double OT as 2 standout Germans Matthieu Grujicic and Ivan Crnjac combined for an incredible 93 points as Gruijcic scored a mindboggling 52 points and had some carefully thinking the next Doncic. But the Alba Berlin NBBL team took it to another level having a fierce battle against the Young Rasta Dragons who were looking for revenge after losing last years final to them. Last year the Vechta squad was pooped and lost badly after upsetting FC Bayren Munich, but this time took the mighty Berlin team to the wire and lost on a heart breaking buzzer beater with an in your face buzzer beater by Nils Machowski (191-PG-2004) 78-75. How much pain can a club take 2 years in a row? Last season Kaya Bayram celebrated the Alba Berlin win with his team and this season played against his ex team with Vechta and had his hand in Machowski's face and had to endure his friend making the game winning shot. 'We had a great season. We wanted to top the Vechta season with a win after the other teams had reached the Pro A and Pro B final. You can lose a game, but losing like this on a buzzer beater is so tough. I know Nils since he is 9 years old. What does he do, he hits the game winner in my face. I'm so proud of my team. The team took me in and gave me trust. It is like a family here. This loss hurts so much', stressed Kaya Bayram. After getting a shower at the post game interview for sporttotal.tv, the hero Machowski was able to reflect about the historic final. 'This whole game was back and forth. No team could break free. I though after Rikus Schulte hit the three in the fourth quarter, the game was decided, but no. They always fought back. It was finally a nice final', smiled Alba Berlin guard Nils Machowski. 'This was the best final ever. It was such a tight game and a real fight until the end', added Alba Berlin forward Ellias Rapieque. Both teams began the first quarter finding a smooth offensive rhythm as defense took a back seat. Young Rasta Dragon Killian Brockhof got on fire rapidly getting 7 points showing his inside-out abilities with a turn-around shot, lay in and trey while Alba Berlin got potent support from NBBL MVP Rikus Schulte with 5 points. Alba Berlin had no problems challenging the bigs Grunloh and Brockhof as 2022 NBBL champ Linus Ruff dominated in the paint scoring 3 baskets. But the reigning champion couldn't get away as the Young Rasta Dragons heart and soul and captain Noah Jannen took over scoring 8 vital points including 2 three's to give the Young Rasta Dragons the 19-18 advantage. The Young Rasta Dragons had problems takin g care of the ball, but Alba Berlin couldn't take advantage of it in the scoring department. German Paul Bahn and Brockhof traded baskets and after 10 minutes Alba Berlin had the slim 22-21 advantage. 'Both teams came out scoring well. No team was able to show their defensive qualities. It took some time for both teams to get rid of their rust', stated Elias Rapieque. Alba Berlin shot 47% from the field and 40% from outside and had 7 rebounds and 5 turnovers while the Young Rasta Dragons shot 50% from the field and 38% from outside and had 9 rebounds and 8 turnovers. In the second quarter, both teams had runs, but at the break Alba Berlin led only by 1 point. Noah Jannen continued to be an offensive menace hitting a three pointer for the 24-22. Jannen had suffered a tough final loss last year and was more than focused this season and understood he had to take on more responsibility as Johan Grunloh was being kept in check by the Alba Berlin big men. But Alba Berlin stayed with their opponent getting an off balance shot by NBBL rookie of the year Jack Kayil and a three by Machowski for the Alba Berlin 28-27 advantage. The Machowski trey sparked Alba Berlin to score 7 more unanswered points and extend their lead to 35-27. In the run Alba Berlin received vital support from Ruff with a lay in while Rikus Schulte continued to score at ease making a tip in and three pointer. The Young Rasta Dragons lost some intensity on defense and on offense rushed their shots too much losing their offensive rhythm. Grunloh was off in that time and had little support inside as Alba Berlin got easier looks. But the Young Rasta Dragons came out of a time out refreshed and hit Alba Berlin with a 5-0 run as Dutch guard Sydnee Bjlisma connected on a trey and role player Emilijus Peleda scored on the back door as Grunloh supplied the dime as Alba Berlin led only 35-32. The Young Rasta Dragons upped their intensity, were calmer on offense and made better decisions while their bench players made big plays. After Bayram and Peleda supplied scoring punch from the free throw line, Amon Doerries took Alba Berlin into half time with a runner and 37-36 advantage. 'I thought we would get away after that first run, but Vechta showed heart coming back. There were good phases by both teams, but no team could get away. Each team always had an answer', stated Ellias Rapieque. Alba Berlin shot 40% from the field and 36% from the three point line and had 19 rebounds and 11 turnovers while the Young Rasta Dragons shot 39% from the field and 36% from the three point line and had 20 rebounds and 13 turnovers. In the third quarter Alba Berlin broke away getting their highest lead of the game of 10 points, but after 3 quarters were starring at only a 2 point lead. Linus Ruff continued to wreck havoc in the paint making an offensive rebound and putback for the 39-36 lead, but the Young Rasta Dragons always had an answer and needed big time support from their role players and got it by Jegor Cymbal who scored 19 points in the 2022 NBBL final against Alba Berlin making an offensive rebound and put back and three pointer to dead lock the contest at 42-42 after Machowski had dropped a trey. In the NBBL semi-final the day before Alba Berlin guard Jamal Entezami had made the dunk of the weekend flying through the zone, but Noah Jannen gave him a good run for the money with a crushing one handed dunk over Schulte for the 44-42 lead. The game seemed to be an even affair, but Alba Berlin then took control running out on a lethal 14-2 run to lead 56- 64. In the run Alba Berlin showed how dangerous their offense can be getting 2 three's by Schulte and Kayil while Machowski and Jannis Berger made lay in's. Anytime you lose a little intensity and concentration, Alba Berlin makes you pay as the Young Rasta Dragons witnessed how quickly a close game can get into the opponent leading by double digits. But as usual the Young Rasta Dragons retaliated and showed immense heart slapping a 10-2 run in the face of Alba Berlin and trailing only 58-56 after 30 minutes. In the run the Young Rasta Dragons let it rain three's as Noah Jannen took control once again hitting 2 three's while Mr X-factor Karl Buhner nailed a trey. 'Noah is so important for us. I can't imagine how much this loss hurts for him. We all fought, but Noah as captain showed real heart. He has been here so long. He lives for this team. He is such a good leader and person', commented Kaya Bayram. 'We have a real good connection to Vechta. We have been a match up for the longest time. I know all the kids from the birth year 2004. Noah played a great game', expressed Elias Rapieque. Alba Berlin shot 39% from the field and 35% from the parking lot and had 25 rebounds and 14 turnovers while the Young Rasta Dragons shot 40% from the field and 41% from the parking lot and had 35 rebounds and 21 turnovers. The first 5 minutes of the fourth quarter must of felt like a nightmare for Young Rasta Dragons head coach Hendrik Gruhn as his teams couldn't score, but did it feel worse for Alba Berlin head coach Vladimir Bogojevic as his team could only muster 6 points and not more and decide the final earlier? Alba Berlin made 10 consecutive stops, but only got free throws form Entezami and Machowski while Rapieque made a lay in for the 64-56 advantage. The Young Rasta Dragons finally got on the score board at the 5,09 minute mark as Killian Brockhoff made a trey to cut Alba Berlin's lead to 64-61. Ruff and Grunloh then traded dunks and Schulte made an old school running hook shot as Alba Berlin still led 68-63. Rapieque then stole the ball from Jannen and made a hard 2 handed dunk as Alba Berlin led 70-63 and were threatening to decide the game at the 3,53 minute mark. But as usual the Young Rasta Dragons had an answer and their heart and soul Noah Jannen came through again with a clutch three pointer and three three pointers and suddenly Alba Berlin led only 70-69. With no one noticing the Young Rasta Dragons had escaped on a 9-0 run as Brockhoff added a trey and Alba Berlin trailed 72-70 with 1,29 minutes to play. But Alba Berlin was still wide awake on defense as Rapieque made a key steal and dunk to tie the game 72-72 with 1,01 to play. Alba Berlin made the next punch as Schulte dropped a trey for the 75-72 lead with 23 seconds to play. The Young Rasta Dragons surprised some instead of going for the quick two getting another clutch three by Jannen to dead lock the contest at 75-75 with 17 seconds to play. 'I always thought we could get away but they always had an answer. But Vechta never gave up. We had to play more physical. They were really giving us problems', said Ellias Rapieque. 'We came back played zone and gave them problems. Alba Lives from their energy and we just continued to fight until the end', said Kaya Bayram. Alba Berlin had the last possession and Nils Machowski became the hero making a breathtaking off balance shot game winner for the title. 'I looked over at coach, but he didn't even look at me. I didn't want to dribble much. I practice that shot a lot and like taking it', smiled Nils Machowski. 'It was a tough shot, but I had a good feeling it would go in', stated Rikus Schulte. 'I have to be honest at first look, I didn't think it would go in. But he can make those shots. He practices them all the time', smiled Ellias Rapieque. Alba Berlin was led by Rikus Schulte with 20 points. Nils Machowski added 17 points and Linus Ruff had 12 points while the Young Rasta Dragons were led by Noah Jannen with 25 points while Killian Brockhoff added 19 points. Alba Berlin shot 39% from the field and 33% from outside and had 38 rebounds and 19 turnovers while the Young Rasta Dragons shot 39% form the field and 38% from outside and had 45 rebounds and 27 turnovers. |
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Panathinaikos - Peristeri 89-80 Panathinaikos outrebounded Peristeri 31-20 including 27 on the defensive glass. It was a great shooting night for Panathinaikos especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. It was a good game for Lithuanian swingman Marius Grigonis (198-1994) who led his team to a victory with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Polish Mateusz Ponitka (198-1993) contributed with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Panathinaikos' coach Christos Serellis used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. French point guard Sylvain Francisco (185-1997) answered with 19 points and 9 assists and international point guard Dimitris Moraitis (194-1999) added 12 points in the effort for Peristeri. Four Peristeri players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Panathinaikos: M.Grigonis 20+7reb+2ast, P.Lee 16+6ast, M.Ponitka 16+7reb+4ast, D.Agravanis 8+2reb+1ast, A.Gudaitis 8+3reb, G.Papagiannis 6+3reb+2ast Peristeri: S.Francisco 19+1reb+9ast, M.Denmon 13+3ast, D.Moraitis 12+4reb+1ast, I.Hummer 10+3reb+2ast, L.Kaselakis 8+3reb+1ast, M.Bilan 7+6reb Olympiacos - PAOK 75-54 Olympiacos dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to PAOK's 20. They outrebounded PAOK 41-27 including a 34-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Olympiacos players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by PAOK's players. It was a great evening for the former international point guard Kostas Sloukas (190-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 17 points and 8 assists. Bulgarian forward Aleksandar Vezenkov (206-1995) helped adding 19 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). The best for the losing side was American guard Jordan Sibert (193-1992, college: Dayton) with 14 points and the former international center Dimitrios Kaklamanakis (205-1994) scored 5 points and 8 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Olympiacos: A.Vezenkov 19+2reb+1ast, K.Sloukas 17+3reb+8ast, T.Walkup 10+2reb+6ast, J.Bolomboy 8+4reb+1ast, A.Peters 8+4reb+1ast, K.Papanikolaou 5+6reb+1ast PAOK: J.Sibert 14+3reb+1ast, J.Hands 11+1reb+1ast, J.Riley 8+2reb+3ast, Y.Franke 6+3reb, D.Kaklamanakis 5+8reb+1ast, N.Tsiakmas 3+4reb |
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Peristeri - Panathinaikos 76-71 24 personal fouls committed by Panathinaikos helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of French point guard Sylvain Francisco (185-1997) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 5 assists (perfect from downtown making all five shots). Croatian center Miro Bilan (213-1989) contributed with 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Lithuanian swingman Marius Grigonis (198-1994) replied with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Lithuanian center Arturas Gudaitis (211-1993) added 11 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Panathinaikos. Four Panathinaikos players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Peristeri: S.Francisco 24+5ast, A.Radanov 15+2reb+1ast, M.Bilan 14+8reb+1ast, L.Kaselakis 9+3reb+2ast, M.Denmon 6+6reb+3ast, I.Hummer 4+4reb+2ast Panathinaikos: M.Grigonis 20+5reb+6ast, A.Gudaitis 11+5reb+1ast, D.Williams 10+3reb+2ast, M.Ponitka 10+4reb+2ast, G.Papagiannis 9+4reb+1ast, P.Lee 5+3reb+2ast |
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| DBL Round 4 of Finals. ZZ Leiden force decider - by Eurobasket News |
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Groningen - ZZ Leiden 45-68 ZZ Leiden forced 22 Groningen turnovers. The former international forward Luuk Van Bree (203-1996, college: Bradley) fired 15 points and 4 steals for the winners. International guard Marijn Ververs (194-1998) chipped in 10 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. American forward Clay Mounce (201-1998, college: Furman) produced 13 points and Swedish forward Viktor Gaddefors (201-1992, agency: 011 Sports) added 5 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Groningen: C.Mounce 13+4reb, A.Magdevski 7+3reb+3ast, S.Branch 5+4reb+2ast, P.Olisemeka 5+6reb, V.Gaddefors 5+6reb+3ast, W.Brandwijk 4+5reb ZZ Leiden: L.Van Bree 15+4reb+2ast, M.Bouwknecht 12+1reb+2ast, M.Ververs 10+4reb+5ast, D.Hammond 7+3reb+1ast, T.Rutherford 7+4reb+1ast, R.Schaftenaar 6+6reb+1ast |
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Falco Szombathely - Arconic-Alba 84-68 Falco Szombathely earned the A Division title. They toppled Arconic-Alba in the decisive game of the championship series. Raymond Cowels III (191-G-1990, college: Santa Clara) posted 22 points to lead the champions. Szombathely unloaded 30 points in the first period to take a 12-point lead. They maintained the lead throughout the second stanza. The hosts arrived at halftime up by 15 points 51-36. The teams traded baskets throughout a low-scoring second half as Falco Szombathely cruised to the decisive victory. Zoltan Perl (195-SF-1995) tossed in 21 points in the win. Isaiah Philmore (203-F-1989, college: Xavier, agency: VM Hoops Agency) answered with 20 points for Alba. Adam Somogyi (191-PG-2000) had 15 points in the losing case. |
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28-year old power forward Tyron Criswell (192-PF-1994) had an amazing evening in the last round for Tangerang and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 36. He had a double-double of 27 points and 13 rebounds, while his team crushed Evos Bogor (#13, 6-15) with 22-point margin 76-54. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Tangerang maintains the 12th position in Indonesian league. Tangerang is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 7-13 record. In the team's last game Criswell had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Tangerang, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Tyron Criswell averages this season 16.3ppg and 8.1rpg. Second best performed player last round was Anthony Johnson (203-PF-1988) of Dewa United. He is American forward in his first season at Dewa United. In the last game Johnson recorded impressive 24 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Dewa United lost that game 74-88 to the lower-ranked Hangtuah (#10, 8-13). Dewa United managed to keep the same 4th spot in the standings. His team's 15-6 record is not bad at all. Johnson is a newcomer at Dewa United and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.4ppg (#7). He also registered 10.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to another Tangerang's star - center Anthony Allen (210-C-1992). Allen scored 12 points and grabbed twenty one rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Tangerang, helping his team with a 76-54 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Evos Bogor (#13, 6-15). The chances of Tangerang not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 13 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Allen could try to bring Tangerang's a little bit higher in the standings. Allen has individually a great season in Indonesia. After 18 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 11.3rpg (2nd best). He also has 2.8bpg and FGP: 58.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Brandone Francis (194-SF-1994) of Prawira - 29 points and 10 rebounds 5. Ronnie Boyce III (191-G-1995) of Hangtuah - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Morakinyo Williams (209-C-1988) of Pacific Caesar - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Arki Wisnu (187-SF-1988) of Satria Muda - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Jay Bowie (196-G/F-1992) of Bali Utd. - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Muhammad Daffa (185-C-2000) of Bumi Borneo - 17 points and 8 rebounds 10. Dior Lowhorn (201-F-1987) of Bali Utd. - 16 points and 9 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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Finals MVP: Antwaine Wiggins (203-F-1988) of Al Naft Player of the Year: Edgar Sosa (190-F-1988) of Al NaftGuard of the Year: Edgar Sosa (190-F-1988) of Al NaftForward of the Year: Antwaine Wiggins (203-F-1988) of Al NaftCenter of the Year:  Ihab Al-Zuhairi (210-C-1998) of ADSCImport Player of the Year: Edgar Sosa (190-F-1988) of Al NaftDomestic Player of the Year: Ihab Al-Zuhairi (210-C-1998) of ADSCCoach of the Year: Milan Nisic of Zakho
1st Team Edgar Sosa (190-F-1988) of Al Naft Demarius Bolds (193-G-1984) of Al Shorta Isaac Banks (201-F-1994) of Zakho Antwaine Wiggins (203-F-1988) of Al Naft Ihab Al-Zuhairi (210-C-1998) of ADSC |
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Finals MVP: Demetrius Treadwell (201-F-1991) of M.Ramat Gan Player of the Year: Jimmy Hall (203-PF-1994) of H.AfulaGuard of the Year: Kevin Capers (188-G-1993) of M.Ramat GanForward of the Year: Jimmy Hall (203-PF-1994) of H.AfulaCenter of the Year: Justin Robinson (206-C-1996) of E.NetanyaImport Player of the Year: Jimmy Hall (203-PF-1994) of H.AfulaDomestic Player of the Year: - Lucas Goldenberg (190-F/G-1993) of H.AfulaDefensive Player of the Year: Guy Palatin (192-PG-2000) of M.RishonCoach of the Year: Matan Harush of M.Ramat Gan
First Team Kevin Capers (188-G-1993) of M.Ramat Gan Jimmy Hall (203-PF-1994) of H.Afula Tyler Wideman (203-PF-1995) of Ramat Hash. Demetrius Treadwell (201-F-1991) of M.Ramat Gan Justin Robinson (206-C-1996) of E.Netanya
Second Team Diante Watkins (175-PG-1990) of Samsunspor Ethan Butler (190-G-2002) of E.Netanya Admon Gilder (6'4''-G-1995) of Calgary Jalen Canty (203-F-1995) of Obregon Eddie Ekiyor (6'9''-C-1997) of Niagara
Third Team Jawun Evans (185-PG-1996) of M.Rishon Dachon Burke (193-G-1997) of E.Shomron Lucas Goldenberg (190-F/G-1993) of H.Afula Dakarai Tucker (196-F-1994) of E.Ashkelon Michael Holyfield (211-C-1992) of H.Hevel Modi'in
All-Domestic Players Team Yogev Ohayon (189-PG-1987) of I.Nahariya Amit Ebo (180-PG-1999) of Ramat Hash. Ethan Butler (190-G-2002) of E.Netanya- Lucas Goldenberg (190-F/G-1993) of H.Afula- Elijah Hirsh (203-F-1997) of M.Ramat Gan
All-Imports Team Kevin Capers (188-G-1993) of M.Ramat Gan Jimmy Hall (203-PF-1994) of H.Afula Tyler Wideman (203-PF-1995) of Ramat Hash. Demetrius Treadwell (201-F-1991) of M.Ramat Gan Justin Robinson (206-C-1996) of E.Netanya
Honorable Mention Toarlyn Fitzpatrick (206-PF-1989) of H.Afula Elijah Hirsh (203-F-1997) of M.Ramat Gan Gal Gilinski (195-G-1995) of E.Ashkelon Dori Sahar (195-G/F-2001) of E.Netanya Dominez Burnett (196-F-1992) of I.Nahariya Yogev Ohayon (189-PG-1987) of I.Nahariya Romello White (203-F/C-1998) of I.Nahariya Isaiah Cousins (193-G-1994) of H.Haifa Stedmon Lemon (198-G-1992) of Al Wasl Keron DeShields (190-PG-1992) of Metros Keith Stone (206-F-1997) of E.Shomron Brent Jackson (193-G/F-1994) of M.Rehovot Duane Johnson (201-F-1991) of M.Ma'ale Adum. Danel Kozahinof (177-PG-2001) of M.Haifa Jason Siggers (194-G/F-1985) of M.Raanana Willy Workman (198-SF-1990) of M.Raanana Amit Ebo (180-PG-1999) of Ramat Hash. |
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Bnei Hertzeliya - H.Jerusalem 61-86 Hapoel Jerusalem outrebounded Bnei Hasharon 38-25 including 26 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Trinidad and Tobago-American Khadeen Carrington (193-1995, college: Seton Hall) who helped to win the game recording 26 points. American point guard Kenneth Smith (190-1993, college: Louisiana Tech) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Hapoel Jerusalem's coach Aleksandar Dzikic felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American Chris Babb (196-1990, college: Iowa St.) replied with 26 points (made all of his eleven free throws !!!) and his fellow American import center Julian Gamble (208-1989, college: Miami, FL) added 11 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Bnei Hasharon. Top scorers: Bnei Hertzeliya: C.Babb 26+1reb+1ast, J.Gamble 11+7reb+2ast, M.Kemp 10+6reb+1ast, Y.Kravits 7+4reb+4ast, Q.Hooker 5+5reb+2ast, R.Carter 2+1reb+2ast H.Jerusalem: K.Carrington 26+2reb, K.Smith 22+2reb+3ast, L.Randolph 20+4reb+2ast, T.Cline 6+5reb+3ast, Z.Hankins 4+12reb, O.Cornelius 3+1reb |
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Livorno Libertas - Vigevano 62-78 Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Dominican point guard Alberto Benites (180-1997, agency: SLN) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Stefano Laudoni (197-1989) contributed with 15 points for the winners. Swingman Jacopo Lucarelli (197-1996, agency: Players Group) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and Francesco Fratto (199-1991) added 18 points in the effort for Livorno Libertas. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Livorno Libertas: F.Fratto 18+4reb+1ast, J.Lucarelli 15+10reb, T.Fantoni 10+6reb+1ast, A.Bargnesi 8+2reb+3ast, A.Ricci 7+1reb+3ast, A.Saccaggi 2+1ast Vigevano: S.Laudoni 15+3reb, A.Benites 13+8reb+5ast, G.Broglia 12+4reb+1ast, J.Mercante 10+5reb, M.Peroni 9+3reb+3ast, L.D'Alessandro 8+4reb+3ast Orzinuovi - Mestre 71-53 Orzinuovi dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Mestre's 22. Forward Marco Planezio (198-1991) nailed 10 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Emanuele Trapani (182-1999) accounted for 10 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Orzinuovi players scored in double figures. Edoardo Caversazio (200-1996) came up with 9 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and swingman Alberto Conti (195-1998) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Mestre in the defeat. Top scorers: Mestre: A.Conti 12+5reb, P.Bocconcelli 9+1reb+1ast, E.Caversazio 9+6reb+6ast, F.Massimo Sebastianelli 7+2reb, A.Mazzucchelli 7+6reb, M.Di Meco 6+6reb+2ast Orzinuovi: G.Filippo 12+1reb, G.Gasparin 11+6reb+2ast, E.Trapani 10+5reb+5ast, M.Planezio 10+8reb+3ast, R.Ponziani 9+1reb+2ast, A.Nicolas 6+7reb+2ast Rieti Real - Faenza 68-72 Faenza made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. Faenza outrebounded Rieti Real 36-23 including 24 on the defensive glass. Naturalized Argentinian guard Sebastian Vico (190-1986) nailed 20 points for the winning side and forward Marco Petrucci (195-1992) accounted for 15 points. Swingman Riccardo Chinellato (198-2000, agency: SLN) came up with 11 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Lorenzo Piccin (191-2002) added 13 points respectively for Rieti Real in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Rieti Real: P.Lorenzo 13+4reb, R.Chinellato 11+5reb+1ast, S.Tomasini 9+3reb+3ast, M.Contento 8+1reb+1ast, M.Alessio 7+1reb+3ast, G.Pagani 7+3reb Faenza: S.Vico 20+2reb+1ast, M.Petrucci 15+1reb+3ast, A.Pastore 9+4reb+4ast, G.Poggi 9+9reb+1ast, S.Aromando 6+11reb+1ast, V.Alessandro 5 RO Luiss - Fabriano 79-76 RO Luiss players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. The former international power forward Giovanni Allodi (206-1994, agency: SLN) stepped up and scored 12 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and point guard Marco Pasqualin (178-1997) chipped in 12 points and 8 assists. RO Luiss' coach Andrea Paccarie allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the losing side Francesco Papa (198-1995, agency: Players Group) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Simone Centanni (187-1991) scored 22 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Fabriano: F.Papa 25+11reb+2ast, S.Centanni 22+1reb+4ast, N.Stanic 14+5reb+4ast, G.Gianmarco 10+5reb+1ast, G.Alessandro 3+5reb, Y.Fall 1+9reb+1ast RO Luiss: D.Domenico 13+2reb+4ast, G.Allodi 12+7reb+2ast, M.Pasqualin 12+8ast, M.Fallucca 10+6reb+2ast, C.Barbon 9+1reb, M.Legnini 8+5reb+3ast |
| Serie A Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Milano and Virtus Bologna post victories - by Eurobasket News |
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Milano - Sassari 95-72 Milano made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Milano outrebounded Sassari 32-20 including 23 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. German power forward Johannes Voigtmann (211-1992) stepped up and scored 22 points and 7 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) for the winners and Puerto Rican-American point guard Shabazz Napier (185-1991, college: UConn) chipped in 7 points and 9 assists. At the losing side naturalized Senegalese power forward Ousmane Diop (204-2000) responded with 13 points and 5 rebounds and American guard Gerald Robinson (185-1989, college: Georgia) scored 11 points 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. Top scorers: Milano: J.Voigtmann 22+7reb+1ast, S.Shields 10+6reb+1ast, L.Datome 10+4reb, B.Baron 10+4ast, K.Pangos 9+2ast, S.Tonut 9+1reb+1ast Sassari: O.Diop 13+5reb+3ast, C.Dowe 13+3reb+1ast, G.Robinson 11+1reb+5ast, D.Stephens 8+3reb+1ast, J.Jones 7+3reb, E.Bendzius 6+2reb Virtus BO - Tortona 84-61 Virtus BO made 25-of-32 charity shots (78.1 percent) during the game. Tortona was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international point guard Daniel Hackett (193-1987, college: USC) nailed 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Georgian Tornike Shengelia (206-1991, agency: Octagon Europe) accounted for 10 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Virtus BO players scored in double figures. American swingman JP Macura (196-1995, college: Xavier) came up with 20 points and 6 rebounds and international power forward Luca Severini (204-1996) added 14 points respectively for Tortona 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. Top scorers: Virtus BO: S.Ojeleye 15+5reb+1ast, M.Belinelli 15+2reb+1ast, D.Hackett 14+7reb+4ast, T.Shengelia 10+6reb+5ast, M.Jaiteh 9+10reb, I.Cordinier 7+3reb Tortona: J.Macura 20+6reb+2ast, L.Severini 14+4reb, S.Christon 7+2reb+4ast, T.Cain 7+5reb, D.Harper 6+6reb, A.Filloy 3+3ast |
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| Ryukyu Golden Kings sweep Chiba Jets for first B. League title - by Eurobasket News |
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The Ryukyu Golden Kings claimed their first B. League championship with an 88-73 win over the Chiba Jets on Sunday. The Okinawa-based team completed a 2-0 sweep of the best-of-three finals at Yokohama Arena a day after winning Game 1 96-93 in double overtime. Guard Koh Flippin (190-G-1996, college: Doane) had a team-high 21 points and eight assists off the bench for the Golden Kings, while center Jack Cooley (206-C/F-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) contributed 19 points and 15 rebounds. Jets guard Yuki Togashi (170-PG-1993) led all scorers for the second straight game with 24 points to go with six assists. Ryukyu's raucous traveling fans once again created a home atmosphere inside the stadium, where their team erased unhappy memories of last year's 2-0 finals loss to Utsunomiya Brex. 'This stadium looked just like Okinawa Arena,' Ryukyu head coach Dai Oketani said in his postgame interview. Oketani said the Jets, whose league-best 53-7 regular season included a record 24-game win streak, were 'without a doubt the strongest team this year.' 'For us to win, we needed to play to 100% of our ability. The players really stuck to the game plan,' Oketani said. Courtesy of: japantimes.co.jp |
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University of New Hampshire strengthened their roster with addition of 6-2 guard Dior Davis for season 2023-24. Davis originally came from New York (NY), and he is moving here from Ellsworth Community College (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. In 31 games he recorded 14.3ppg, 4.7rpg and 3.4apg. He helped his team make it to the NJCAA D2 North Central District Semifinals and NJCAA D2 Region XI Semifinals this year. |
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| LBL Round 4 of Finals. Al Riyadi inch closer to title - by Eurobasket News |
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Al Riyadi - Dynamo 106-79 Al Riyadi had a 30-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Dynamo's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Al Riyadi made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kevin Murphy (197-1990, college: Tenn Tech) who helped to win the game recording 24 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) and the former international guard Wael Arakji (194-1994) who added 16 points and 7 assists (made all of his eight free throws) during the contest. At the losing side American guard Zach Lofton (193-1992, college: NM State, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 24 points and 5 rebounds and international power forward Karim Ezzeddine (206-1997, college: N.Mexico) scored 13 points. Five Dynamo 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: Al Riyadi: K.Murphy 24+7reb+5ast, D.Reath 17+7reb+1ast, W.Arakji 16+4reb+7ast, K.Zeinoun 12+2ast, A.Mansour 8+3reb+3ast, I.Moneim 8+2reb+1ast Dynamo: Z.Lofton 24+5reb+3ast, M.Alkhoury 14+5reb, K.Ezzeddine 13+3reb+3ast, G.Salibi 10+3reb+3ast, J.Lual-Acuil Jr. 10+5reb+1ast, J.Khalil 3+1reb+2ast |
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| Zalgiris keep Hayes for another season - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played there last season. In 37 LKL games he recorded 7.4ppg and 3.6rpg. He helped them to win the cup. He also played 37 games in Euroleague where he averaged 5.4ppg and 4.4rpg. Hayes contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. The previous (2022) summer he played at the Nuggets in NBA. In two games he had just 2.5ppg and 2.0rpg in 2022 year. He has been regularly called to Central African Senior National Team since 2021. Hayes has played also professionally in France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket), Italy (Cantu) and Turkey (Bursaspor). He graduated from University of Florida in 2019 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball. |
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Lietkabelis - Zalgiris 66-95 Zalgiris shot 70.0 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 59.1 percentage. Zalgiris looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Central African-American center Kevarrius Hayes (206-1997, college: Florida) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). American power forward Tyler Cavanaugh (206-1994, college: GWU) contributed with 16 points and 4 assists for the winners. Five Zalgiris players scored in double figures. American guard Jamel Morris (193-1992, college: Fairmont St.) replied with 13 points and Bosnian-Serbian Nikola Popovic (211-1997, college: Boston Coll.) added 8 points in the effort for Lietkabelis. 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: Lietkabelis: J.Morris 13+3ast, G.Orelik 9+1reb+1ast, N.Popovic 8+2reb+2ast, R.Mantas 8+1reb, K.Kullamaee 6+2reb+4ast, J.Randell 5+1reb+2ast Zalgiris: T.Cavanaugh 16+2reb+4ast, E.Ulanovas 15+2reb, K.Hayes 14+10reb+1ast, L.Lekavicius 13+5ast, I.Taylor 11+5ast, L.Birutis 5+2reb |
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| Erste Liga Round 1 of Finals. Buducnost claim first win - by Eurobasket News |
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Buducnost - SC Derby 95-86 Buducnost made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Canadian guard Trae Bell-Haynes (188-1995, college: Vermont) fired 18 points and 6 assists for the winners. American J.J. O'Brien (200-1992, college: SDSU, agency: Slash Sports) chipped in 19 points. The former international Nikola Pavlicevic (192-1988) produced 14 points and 4 assists and the former international swingman Andrija Slavkovic (201-1999) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. SC Derby's coach Andrej Zakelj rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Buducnost: E.Green 22+1reb+1ast, J.O'Brien 19+4reb+1ast, T.Bell-Haynes 18+3reb+6ast, A.Kaba 15+8reb+1ast, I.Drobnjak 10+1reb+2ast, A.Ilic 6+5reb SC Derby: N.Pavlicevic 14+3reb+4ast, A.Slavkovic 14+5reb+2ast, E.Hadzibegovic 13+5reb, V.Bacovic 11+4reb, D.Tasic 11+3reb+1ast, F.Magee 9+1reb+3ast |
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| Miami Heat fall to Celtics 104-103 on buzzer-beater, forcing Game 7 in Boston - by Eurobasket News |
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Derrick White (6'4''-G-1994, college: Colorado) scored on a putback with 0.1 seconds left and the Boston Celtics moved to the brink of the greatest comeback in NBA playoffs history, holding off the Miami Heat 104-103 on Saturday night to force a Game 7 in the Eastern Conference finals. Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) scored 31 points, Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) scored 26 and Marcus Smart (6'4''-G-1994, college: OK State) added 21 for the Celtics, who became only the fourth NBA team to erase a 3-0 deficit in a best-of-seven series and force a deciding game. The others in that club - the 1951 New York Knicks in the NBA Finals, the 1994 Denver Nuggets in the second round and the 2003 Portland Trail Blazers in the first round - all lost Game 7, all on the road. Boston, however, is going home for its shot at history. Game 7 is Monday night on the Celtics' floor, a matchup that'll decide who meets the Western Conference champion Denver Nuggets in a title series that will start Thursday. Jimmy Butler (6'7''-G/F-1989, college: Marquette) made three free throws with 3.0 seconds left for a one-point Heat lead. Smart missed a 3-pointer, but White grabbed the rebound and scored as time expired. Butler scored 24 points and Caleb Martin (6'7''-F-1995, college: Nevada) had 21 for the Heat, who are trying to pull off their own improbable trek to the title series by being only the second No. 8 seed to make the NBA Finals. They've now lost as many games this week - three - as they had in their first 14 playoff games this spring combined on the way to ousting No. 1 Milwaukee, then No. 5 New York and taking what was supposed to be an insurmountable 3-0 lead over the second-seeded Celtics. The Celtics have now won five of their last six East finals games in Miami - a stretch that includes a Game 7 over the Heat last season to reach the NBA Finals. That one, obviously, ended the Heat season. At least this time, Miami still has a chance. The Heat are the 151st team to grab a 3-0 series lead in a best-of-seven. All 150 of the previous clubs finished the job. But the Celtics have made very clear that they have other ideas. Courtesy of: cbsnews.com |
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University of New Hampshire strengthened their roster with addition of 6-2 guard Dior Davis for season 2023-24. Davis originally came from New York (NY), and he is moving here from Ellsworth Community College (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. In 31 games he recorded 14.3ppg, 4.7rpg and 3.4apg. He helped his team make it to the NJCAA D2 North Central District Semifinals and NJCAA D2 Region XI Semifinals this year. |
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Southeastern Oklahoma State University agreed terms with guard Elijah Hughey (6'4''-200lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Dallas (TX) native played for the last two years at Western Kentucky University (NCAA Division I). But in three games he did not score anything and had only 1 rebound. Hughey graduated Lancaster (TX) High in 2021, which he joined from West Mesquite High. He was also voted to UIL Texas District 12-5A All-State First Team and UIL Texas Class 5A All-Region 2 Team that year. |
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Valdosta State University strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old point guard Sam Martin (6'0''-185lbs) for season 2023-24. Tyler (TX) native played for the last four years at University of Missouri - Kansas City (NCAA Division I). But in 27 games he recorded just 1.3ppg last season. Martin graduated Burleson High in 2019. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was named SportsDayHS District 9-5A Offensive Player of the Year and he was also voted to All-Region Team, All-County Team and Second Team All-State by the Fort-Worth Star-Telegram in 2018. |
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| NBL Round 8: Hawks defeat Nuggets - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked Nuggets (7-2) in Dunedin on Friday night. Hosts were edged by seventh ranked Hawks (5-6) 95-94. Hawks dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Nuggets' 38. Hawks forced 19 Nuggets turnovers and outrebounded them 39-27 including 26 on the defensive glass. American forward Ira Lee (203-1998, college: Arizona) saved the victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. The former international forward Hyrum Harris (198-1996, college: Umpqua CC) contributed with 14 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Australian guard Michael Harris (193-1999) replied with 31 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for Nuggets. Nuggets' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hawks moved-up to fifth place. Defending champion Nuggets still keep top position with two games lost. Hawks are looking forward to face higher ranked Rams (#3) in Christchurch in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Nuggets will play on the road against Sharks in Southland and are hoping to win this game. Very important is a road loss of second ranked Rams (7-3) against eighth ranked Saints (4-5) on Saturday night. Visiting Rams were defeated by Saints in a tough game in Wellington 84-91. Worth to mention a great performance of Australian guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 assists and Isaiah Mucius who added 24 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. American guard Tevin Brown (196-1998, college: Murray St.) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds. Saints moved-up to sixth place. Rams at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with Tuatara. Saints will play against bottom-ranked Airs (#10) in New Plymouth in the next round. Rams will play at home against Hawks (#5) and hope to get back on the winning track. The game in Palmerston North was also quite interesting. Third ranked Huskies (7-3) played at the court of 8th ranked Jets (3-6). Huskies managed to secure a 6-point victory 104-98 on Sunday. The winners were led by Robert Loe who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds. Even 31 points and 7 assists by Javion Blake did not help to save the game for Jets. Jets' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Huskies have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Rams. Jets lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with six games lost. Huskies will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Jets will play against Bulls (#4) in Pukekohe and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 8: Rams smashed Airs on the road 103-74. Sharks were destroyed by Hawks on its own court 87-106. Giants unfortunately lost to Bulls in Pukekohe 70-81. The most impressive performance of 8th round was 22 points and 11 rebounds by Matur Maker of Giants.
Airs - Rams 74-103 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Rams (7-3) crushed bottom-ranked Airs (2-7) in New Plymouth 103-74 on Thursday. Rams outrebounded Airs 54-38 including a 36-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rams made 12 blocks. The winners were led by American Troy Baxter Jr (206-1996, college: Morgan St.) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 6 blocks and the other American import guard Tevin Brown (196-1998, college: Murray St.) supported him with 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 15 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals by American guard David Azore (194-1999, college: UT Arlington) did not help to save the game for Airs. The former international power forward Anzac Rissetto (208-2001, college: Charlotte) added 17 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Five Rams and four Airs players scored in double figures. Airs' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Rams maintains second position with 7-3 record having just one point less than leader Nuggets, which they share with Tuatara. Airs lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with seven games lost. Rams will meet at home Hawks (#5) in the next round. Airs will play against Saints (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Rams: T.Baxter Jr. 26+11reb+1ast, I.Kaia 19+2reb+1ast, T.Brown 18+10reb+6ast, M.Darling 16+12reb+2ast, Q.Clinton 15+3reb+10ast, B.Walter 7+5reb+3ast Airs: A.Rissetto 17+7reb, D.Azore 15+5reb+6ast, Q.Bailey 13+8reb+1ast, A.Hilliard 13+5reb+2ast, F.Benji 8+6reb+2ast, T.Cameron 6+1reb+1ast Nuggets - Hawks 94-95 The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked Nuggets (7-2) in Dunedin on Friday night. Hosts were edged by seventh ranked Hawks (5-6) 95-94. Hawks dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Nuggets' 38. Hawks forced 19 Nuggets turnovers and outrebounded them 39-27 including 26 on the defensive glass. American forward Ira Lee (203-1998, college: Arizona) saved the victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. The former international forward Hyrum Harris (198-1996, college: Umpqua CC) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Five Hawks players scored in double figures. Australian guard Michael Harris (193-1999) replied with 31 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international power forward Samuel Timmins (211-1997, college: Washington) added 13 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 blocks in the effort for Nuggets. Nuggets' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hawks moved-up to fifth place. Defending champion Nuggets still keep top position with two games lost. Hawks are looking forward to face higher ranked Rams (#3) in Christchurch in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Nuggets will play on the road against Sharks in Southland and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Hawks: I.Lee 24+11reb+1ast, D.Raukawa 16+1reb+5ast, J.Hunt 15+4reb+1ast, H.Harris 14+12reb+6ast, E.Rusbatch 12+6reb, J.Ngatai 11+2reb+2ast Nuggets: M.Harris 31+6reb+5ast, T.Withers 25+1reb+1ast, S.Timmins 13+10reb+7ast, B.Matthew 9+1reb, R.Coman 6+3reb+1ast, D.Knox 6+1reb+2ast Saints - Rams 91-84 Very important is a road loss of second ranked Rams (7-3) against eighth ranked Saints (4-5) on Saturday night. Visiting Rams were defeated by Saints in a tough game in Wellington 84-91. Worth to mention a great performance of Australian guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 assists and American forward Isaiah Mucius (203-1999, college: Wake Forest) who added 24 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Five Saints players scored in double figures. American guard Tevin Brown (196-1998, college: Murray St.) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds and international guard Walter Brown (190-2003) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Saints moved-up to sixth place. Rams at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with Tuatara. Saints will play against bottom-ranked Airs (#10) in New Plymouth in the next round. Rams will play at home against Hawks (#5) and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Saints: I.Mucius 24+5reb, K.Adnam 21+4reb+10ast, T.Vodanovich 16+10reb+1ast, M.Taylor 15+10reb+2ast, T.Smith-Milner 10+10reb+1ast, T.Samuel 5+2reb+2ast Rams: T.Brown 24+7reb+1ast, B.Walter 20+7reb+1ast, T.Baxter Jr. 11+1reb, M.Darling 10+9reb+2ast, I.Kaia 9+4reb+1ast, T.Webley 6+5reb+1ast Sharks - Hawks 87-106 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 6th ranked Sharks (4-6) were smashed by seventh ranked Hawks (5-6) in Southland 106-87 on Saturday. Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by the former international forward Jordan Ngatai (196-1993, college: BYU-Hawaii, agency: BIG) who scored that evening 27 points and the former international forward Hyrum Harris (198-1996, college: Umpqua CC) supported him with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Even a double-double of 16 points, 5 rebounds and 16 assists by American guard Jeremy Kendle (186-1988, college: Bellarmine) did not help to save the game for Sharks. The former international forward Brayden Inger (203-1999) added 30 points for the hosts. Five Hawks and four Sharks players scored in double figures. Hawks moved-up to fifth place. Loser Sharks dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. Hawks will meet higher ranked Rams (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sharks will play against the league's leader Nuggets (#1) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hawks: J.Ngatai 27+3reb+3ast, H.Harris 20+5reb+4ast, J.Hunt 19+7reb, I.Lee 13+10reb+2ast, E.Rusbatch 12+2reb+3ast, D.Raukawa 10+3reb+3ast Sharks: B.Inger 30+2reb+3ast, J.Kendle 16+5reb+16ast, H.Benjamin 13+2reb+1ast, G.Anticevich 10+8reb+2ast, H.Sione 6, A.Pledger 6+5reb Jets - Tuatara 98-104 The game in Palmerston North was also quite interesting. Third ranked Huskies (7-3) played at the court of 8th ranked Jets (3-6). Huskies managed to secure a 6-point victory 104-98 on Sunday. Huskies made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game, while Jets only scored six points from the stripe. The winners were led by the former international power forward Robert Loe (211-1991, college: St.Louis) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds and the former international swingman Reuben Te Rangi (198-1994) supported him with 30 points (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Even 31 points and 7 assists by American guard Javion Blake (191-1997, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for Jets. His fellow American import guard Mustapha Heron (196-1997, college: St.John's) added 28 points for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Jets' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Huskies have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Rams. Jets lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with six games lost. Huskies will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Jets will play against Bulls (#4) in Pukekohe and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Tuatara: R.Te Rangi 30+4reb+3ast, R.Loe 25+11reb+3ast, J.Weeks 17+7reb+9ast, D.Charlie 15+6reb+1ast, C.Gliddon 9+5reb+4ast, N.Barrow 6+1reb Jets: J.Blake 31+4reb+7ast, M.Heron 28+4reb+3ast, D.Pippen 12+14reb+4ast, M.Jones 11+6reb, J.Stent 7+3reb, J.Liam 5+2reb+4ast Bulls - Giants 81-70 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Bulls (6-3) won against 9th ranked Giants (3-7) in Pukekohe 81-70 on Sunday. Bulls made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The winners were led by American guard Rickey McGill (188-1997, college: Iona) who scored that evening 14 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals and the former international forward Daniel Fotu (203-1999, college: St.Mary's, CA) supported him with 15 points and 8 rebounds. Five Bulls players scored in double figures. Bulls' coach Daniel Sokolovsky used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 22 points and 11 rebounds by South Sudanese-Australian center Matur Maker (208-1998) did not help to save the game for Giants. American point guard Avery Woodson (188-1993, college: Butler) added 21 points for the guests. Bulls have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 6-3 record. Loser Giants keep the ninth place with seven games lost. Bulls will meet at home Jets (#8) in the next round. Giants will play against Saints and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bulls: D.Fotu 15+8reb+1ast, R.McGill 14+6reb+9ast, J.Wilson-Frame 12+2reb+3ast, I.Davidson 10+8reb+1ast, J.Brantley 10+10reb+1ast, M.Freeman 8+3reb+4ast Giants: M.Maker 22+11reb+1ast, A.Woodson 21+3reb+3ast, S.Dempster 8+10reb+3ast, K.Pippen 6+6reb, T.Ingham 6+3reb+2ast, N.Trathen 4+1reb+2ast |
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He had a double-double of 25 points and 11 rebounds, while his team beat Jets (#8, 3-6) 104-98. Tuatara is placed at 2nd position in New Zealand league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Tuatara will need more victories to improve their 7-3 record. In the team's last game Loe had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Tuatara, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Saint Louis University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Loe is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 10.4rpg), assists (8th best: 4.2apg) and averages solid 2.9bpg,2.3spg and 64.0% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Matur Maker (208-C-1998) of Giants. He is South Sudanese-Australian center in his first season at Giants. In the last game Maker recorded impressive double-double of 22 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Giants lost that game 70-81 to the higher-ranked Bulls (#4, 6-3). Giants managed to keep the same 9th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 3-7 record. Maker is one of the most experienced players at Giants and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Michael Harris (193-G-1999) of league's leader Nuggets. Harris got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for six rebounds and five assists. Despite Harris' great performance Nuggets lost 94-95 to the lower-ranked Hawks (#5, 5-6). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Nuggets needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 7 victories and 2 lost games. Harris has a great season in New Zealand. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.7ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 5.3rpg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Troy Baxter Jr. (206-PF-1996) of Rams - 26 points and 11 rebounds 5. Javion Blake (191-G-1997) of Jets - 31 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Reuben Te Rangi (198-F/G-1994) of Tuatara - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Hyrum Harris (198-F-1996) of Hawks - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Samuel Timmins (211-F/C-1997) of Nuggets - 13 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Brayden Inger (203-F-1999) of Sharks - 30 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Kyle Adnam (186-G-1993) of Saints - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 10 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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MZT Skopje - Pelister 84-64 MZT Skopje outrebounded Pelister 45-28 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Nigerian center Abdul-Malik Abu (203-1995, college: NC State) stepped up and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and the former international power forward Bojan Krstevski (206-1989, agency: BIG) chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side the former international point guard Boban Stajic (185-1993, agency: BIG) responded with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard Kenny Carpenter (196-1996, college: CSU) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: MZT Skopje: A.Abu 20+6reb+3ast, B.Krstevski 15+7reb+5ast, V.Stojanovski 11+9reb+2ast, D.Ware 9+2reb+7ast, M.Caffey 8+5reb+8ast, K.Cook 8+3reb Pelister: B.Stajic 16+7reb+5ast, K.Carpenter 16+3reb+3ast, A.Maslinko 12+6reb, N.Siladji 6+1reb, S.Hadzifejzovic 6+5reb+1ast, D.Karadzovski 6+3reb+1ast |
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Finals MVP: Lukasz Lewinski (186-SG-1999) of AZS AWF Mick. Player of the Year: Norbert Kulon (187-PG-1992) of LKS LodzGuard of the Year: Norbert Kulon (187-PG-1992) of LKS LodzForward of the Year: Michal Szwedo (200-SF-1997) of UR KrakowCenter of the Year: Mateusz Szwed (200-C/F-1991) of PruszkowCoach of the Year: Lukasz Szczypka of AZS AWF Mick.
First Team Norbert Kulon (187-PG-1992) of LKS Lodz Maciej Leszczynski (192-SG-1999) of Zary Michal Szwedo (200-SF-1997) of UR Krakow Piotr Karpacz (202-C/F-1998) of AZS AWF Mick. Mateusz Szwed (200-C/F-1991) of Pruszkow
Second Team Bartosz Wrobel (190-SG-1995) of LKS Lodz Lukasz Lewinski (186-SG-1999) of AZS AWF Mick. Mikolaj Grod (194-PF-1989) of Notec Inowr. Marcin Wrobel (200-PF-1987) of Miedzychod Krystian Kozluk (205-C-1994) of Zyrardow
Honorable Mention Artur Wlodarczyk (182-PG-1996) of UR Krakow Maciej Puchalski (203-G/F-2004) of Przemysl Kamil Czosnowski (177-PG-1995) of Pruszkow Szymon Jaworski (183-SG-1998) of Zubry Arkadiusz Kobus (196-SF-1986) of AZS UMK Przemyslaw Tradecki (183-PG-1989) of AZS UMK Mateusz Fatz (205-C-1996) of Lowicz Tomasz Prostak (188-SG-1988) of Prudnik Mikolaj Smarzy (199-SF-1999) of Miedzychod Krzysztof Kempa (205-PF-2004) of Katowice KS 27 Szymon Milczynski (204-C-1993) of Koscian Jakub Szumert (205-SF-2005) of Energa W-wa Seweryn Sroczynski (195-F-1995) of Tarnovia Mateusz Samiec (191-SG-2005) of SMS PZKosz Marcin Flieger (185-G-1984) of Pyra Mateusz Krawiec (187-PG-1987) of TKM Wloclawek Wojciech Watroba (210-C/F-1997) of Resovia Mateusz Orlowski (187-G-2006) of Krakow |
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Legia - Slask 63-65 The game was dominated by American players. Point guard Jeremiah Martin (189-1996, college: Memphis) fired 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Justin Bibbs (196-1996, college: Virginia Tech) chipped in 8 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Travis Leslie (193-1990, college: Georgia) produced 15 points and 6 rebounds and power forward Aric Holman (208-1997, college: MSU) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Legia's coach Wojciech Kaminski rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Legia: T.Leslie 15+6reb+2ast, A.Holman 14+7reb+1ast, K.Vinales 12+4reb+5ast, G.Kaminski 6+2reb, G.Kulka 5+6reb+3ast, D.Wyka 5+7reb Slask: J.Martin 21+8reb+4ast, A.Dziewa 12+5reb, J.Bibbs 8+6reb+5ast, I.Ramljak 7+2reb+2ast, J.Niziol 6+4reb+1ast, A.Parakhouski 4+2reb Stal - King 76-79 Stal was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Zac Cuthbertson (201-1996, college: Coastal) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. The other American import forward Tony Meier (204-1990, college: Milwaukee) contributed with 15 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Montenegrin Nemanja Djurisic (202-1992, college: Georgia) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and the former international power forward Damian Kulig (205-1987) added 10 points and 13 rebounds in the effort for Stal. Four Wilki Morskie and five Stal players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Stal: N.Djurisic 19+10reb+2ast, M.Michalak 14+3reb+4ast, A.Skele 12+1reb+9ast, O.Silins 10+4reb+1ast, D.Kulig 10+13reb, J.Garbacz 9+1reb+1ast King: Z.Cuthbertson 16+12reb+2ast, T.Meier 15+5reb+2ast, B.Brown 14+2reb+2ast, P.Fayne II 13+3reb, A.Hamilton 11+1reb+4ast, A.Mazurczak 6+3reb+7ast |
| 2Liga Round 2 of Finals. AZS AWF Mickiewicz conquer the title - by Eurobasket News |
FINALAZS AWF Mick. - Przemysl 82-70AZS AWF Mickiewicz conquered 2Liga title. They swept Przemysl Mickiewicz dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Przemysl's 28. Mickiewicz forced 19 Przemysl turnovers. Power forward Piotr Karpacz (202-1998) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Lukasz Lewinski (186-1999) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists during the contest. Power forward Lukasz Uberna (201-1999) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Maciej Puchalski (203-2004) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: AZS AWF Mick.: L.Lewinski 17+3reb+4ast, P.Karpacz 15+7reb+3ast, K.Tomasz 12+9reb+3ast, M.Salamonik 9+3reb, J.Nowak 8+3reb+3ast, K.Leszczynski 6+7reb Przemysl: L.Uberna 22+5reb+3ast, P.Maciej 17+6reb+1ast, B.Bal 8+2reb+2ast, S.Janczak 7+7reb+3ast, R.Serwanski 7+4reb+5ast, R.Kulikowski 4+7reb 3-4 PlaceNotec Inowr. - Miedzychod 81-92Miedzychod clinched the third position as they swept Notec Inowroclaw in the consolation finals. Point guard Damian Szymczak (186-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 31 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Mikolaj Smarzy (199-1999) contributed with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Miedzychod's coach Marcin Chodkiewicz used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Power forward Lukasz Bodych (201-1990) replied with 28 points and 5 rebounds and American point guard Remon Nelson (175-1990, college: USC Aiken) added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Notec Inowr.Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Miedzychod: D.Szymczak 31+6reb+8ast, M.Smarzy 20+12reb+2ast, M.Malachowski 17+11reb+2ast, J.Nowak 15+1reb+1ast, L.Jordan 5+2reb+2ast, M.Wrobel 4+10reb+1ast Notec Inowr.: L.Bodych 28+5reb+2ast, R.Nelson 18+5reb+4ast, M.Stawiak 13+7reb, P.Robak 10+4reb+2ast, M.Stanczuk 4+6reb, J.Kondraciuk 3+1reb |
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SC Braga it's the First team to gain the right to play Proliga next season. They beat Olivais Coimbra and step up iinto next level. After the first game won at home SC Braga went away to secure the win immediatelly. After a 4 point lead at the break, they managed to control the result and come out with a 3 point win that took them to Proliga. Joel Luz was the best on SC Braga but the MVP of the game was Nathan Riley (192-F-1996, college: Nipissing) that fought hard to make his team get to a third game, but at the end it didn't happen. S.C. Farense that lost the frist game at home against Imortal B.C. B team by 9 points, were consider the underdog, now playing away. Nevertheless the team made a strong game and was abl to win by 2 points in Albufeira, and today they're hosting Imortal B.C. B team for the last round. Byron Gladden Jr (19,5 MVP points) was the best in S.C. Farense, but the MVP was Salvador Victo (185-G-2005) (24,5 MVP points) from Imortal B.C. B team Today at the last game anything can go. Both teams had proven to be able to win on any court and at any conditions. Who's gonna follow SC Braga is so yet to be toughly decided. |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of top-ranked Piratas (19-8) in San German on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by second ranked Atleticos (17-9) 94-80. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Atleticos shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 59.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Nate Mason (188-1995, college: Minnesota) orchestrated the victory by scoring 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (201-1995, college: Arizona) contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Tyquan Rolon (192-1995, college: LeMoyne) replied with 19 points and 8 assists for Piratas. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Atleticos maintains second position with 17-9 record having just one point less than leader Quebradillas. Piratas at the other side still keep top place with eight games lost. Atleticos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Piratas will play on the road against Osos in Manati and are hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Humacao. Third ranked Gigantes (15-12) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Grises (12-17) 94-91 in the game for the third place. Worth to mention a great performance of American Earl Clark (208-1988, college: Louisville) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 9 rebounds and Tremont Waters who added 23 points, 9 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Panamanian-American center Akil Mitchell (206-1992, college: Virginia) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Grises' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Gigantes maintains third position with 15-12 record having just two points less than leader Quebradillas. Grises at the other side dropped to the fourth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Mayaguez. Gigantes will play against Cariduros (#6) in Fajardo in the next round. Grises will play on the road against Cangrejeros in Santurce and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Capitanes (16-12) which played road game in Carolina against their close opponent Gigantes (15-12). Third ranked Capitanes managed to get a 6-point victory 91-85. The winners were led by Tony Bishop who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 17 points and 5 rebounds by Victor Rudd did not help to save the game for Gigantes. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Capitanes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Guaynabo. Loser Gigantes keep the third position with 12 games lost. Capitanes will meet at home Cariduros (#6) in the next round. Gigantes will play against Cariduros in Fajardo and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 32: Manati beat Fajardo on the road 101-94. Bayamon won against Ponce on its own court 84-72. Santurce unfortunately lost to Guaynabo in a road game 93-100.
Fajardo - Manati 94-101 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Osos' (10-19) road victory over 6th ranked Cariduros (11-19) in Fajardo 101-94 on Thursday. The winners were led by American guard Sheldon Mac (196-1992, college: Miami, FL, agency: Slash Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 60 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds and the former international Christopher Ortiz (203-1993, college: Kent St.) supported him with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Osos players scored in double figures. Even 30 points and 6 rebounds by American guard Archie Goodwin (196-1994, college: Kentucky) did not help to save the game for Cariduros. His fellow American import swingman Dimencio Vaughn (196-1997, college: Rider) added 15 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Osos maintains fifth position with 10-19 record. Cariduros lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 19 games lost. Osos will meet at home league's leader Piratas in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Cariduros will play against Gigantes (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Manati: S.Mac 60+10reb+3ast, D.Moya 14+4reb+3ast, C.Ortiz 14+6reb+1ast, I.Sosa 10+1reb+2ast, D.Jefferson 3+9reb+3ast, L.Tejada 0+1reb Fajardo: A.Goodwin 30+6reb+1ast, D.Vaughn 15+4reb+1ast, E.Griffin 8+8reb+1ast, A.Abreu 8+1reb+10ast, C.Brady 8+5reb+1ast, M.Camper 6+2reb+3ast Bayamon - Ponce 84-72 Very expected game when 6th ranked Leones (8-19) lost to first ranked Vaqueros (17-10) in Bayamon 72-84 on Thursday. Vaqueros dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Leones' 30. They outrebounded Leones 42-28 including 33 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by the former international center Ismael Romero (205-1991) who scored that evening 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and the former international point guard Javier Gonzalez (185-1989, college: NC State) supported him with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Gonzalez is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even a double-double of 12 points and 10 rebounds by American forward Jamil Wilson (201-1990, college: Marquette) did not help to save the game for Leones. Guard Luis Lopez (182-1998, college: PR-Mayaguez) added 16 points for the guests. Four Vaqueros and five Leones players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion maintains first position with 17-10 record. Leones lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 19 games lost. Vaqueros will meet at home league's second-placed Mets in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Leones will play against Indios (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bayamon: I.Romero 16+9reb+1ast, J.Gonzalez 14+5reb+4ast, J.Wiley 13+3reb+1ast, B.Key 12+6reb+2ast, B.Santiago 9+3reb+3ast, S.Thompson Jr. 9+5reb+3ast Ponce: L.Lopez 16+2reb+1ast, M.Rosario 14+2reb, J.Wilson 12+10reb+1ast, J.Ruiz 10+4reb+2ast, J.De Jesus 10+2reb+3ast, L.Christian 5 Carolina - Arecibo 85-91 An interesting game for Capitanes (16-12) which played road game in Carolina against their close opponent Gigantes (15-12). Third ranked Capitanes managed to get a 6-point victory 91-85. Capitanes looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by Panamanian forward Tony Bishop (202-1989, college: Texas St., agency: 011 Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists and Dominican Victor Liz (190-1986) supported him with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 17 points and 5 rebounds by American Victor Rudd (206-1991, college: S.Florida) did not help to save the game for Gigantes. International point guard Tremont Waters (180-1998, college: LSU, agency: Shark Sports Management) added 11 points, 6 assists and 4 steals for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Capitanes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Guaynabo. Loser Gigantes keep the third position with 12 games lost. Capitanes will meet at home Cariduros (#6) in the next round. Gigantes will play against Cariduros in Fajardo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Arecibo: T.Bishop 24+14reb+6ast, V.Liz 19+9reb+5ast, W.Hodge 19+3reb+4ast, P.Bass 12+9reb+4ast, J.Rodriguez 9+1reb+1ast, W.Rodriguez 3+3reb+1ast Carolina: V.Rudd 17+5reb+1ast, I.Cruz 13+2reb+4ast, T.Waters 11+3reb+6ast, J.Rosario 10+1reb, J.Garcia 10+3reb+4ast, E.Clark 8+4reb+1ast Guaynabo - Santurce 100-93 The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Mets' (16-12) home victory over 4th ranked Cangrejeros (15-14) in Guaynabo 100-93 on Friday. Mets looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The winners were led by American power forward DeMarcus Cousins (211-1990, college: Kentucky) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 22 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks and Australian swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) supported him with 22 points and 6 rebounds. Five Mets players scored in double figures. Even 30 points and 7 assists by American point guard David Stockton (180-1991, college: Gonzaga) did not help to save the game for Cangrejeros. The former international forward Angel Matias (194-1992, college: Georgia South) added 20 points for the guests. Mets have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Arecibo. Loser Cangrejeros keep the fourth position with 14 games lost. Mets will meet league's leader Vaqueros in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Cangrejeros will play against Grises and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Guaynabo: M.Creek 22+6reb+3ast, D.Cousins 22+14reb+5ast, E.Crawford 16+6reb+4ast, R.Balkman 13+7reb, J.Paige 12+7reb+9ast, J.Miranda 8+4reb+1ast Santurce: D.Stockton 30+3reb+7ast, A.Matias 20+4reb+2ast, C.Diallo 15+10reb, C.Duran 9+4reb+10ast, R.Clemente 8+11reb, C.Brady 6+6reb San German - Quebradillas 94-80 The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of top-ranked Piratas (19-8) in San German on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by second ranked Atleticos (17-9) 94-80. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Atleticos shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 59.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Nate Mason (188-1995, college: Minnesota) orchestrated the victory by scoring 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (201-1995, college: Arizona) contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Five Atleticos players scored in double figures. The former international guard Tyquan Rolon (192-1995, college: LeMoyne) replied with 19 points and 8 assists and American center Hassan Whiteside (213-1989, college: Marshall) added 18 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Piratas. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Atleticos maintains second position with 17-9 record having just one point less than leader Quebradillas. Piratas at the other side still keep top place with eight games lost. Atleticos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Piratas will play on the road against Osos in Manati and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: San German: R.Hollis-Jefferson 18+7reb+3ast, N.Mason 17+8reb+7ast, J.Erazo 13+5reb+2ast, M.Souberbielle 13+3reb+1ast, T.Fernandez 12+1reb+4ast, E.Ayala 10+3reb+3ast Quebradillas: T.Rolon 19+4reb+8ast, H.Whiteside 18+8reb, W.Phillip 15+7reb+1ast, J.Crawford 6+3reb+3ast, W.Cruz 6+3reb, I.Pineiro 4+2reb+1ast Humacao - Carolina 91-94 Important game to mention about took place in Humacao. Third ranked Gigantes (15-12) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Grises (12-17) 94-91 in the game for the third place. Worth to mention a great performance of American Earl Clark (208-1988, college: Louisville) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 9 rebounds and international point guard Tremont Waters (180-1998, college: LSU, agency: Shark Sports Management) who added 23 points, 9 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Panamanian-American center Akil Mitchell (206-1992, college: Virginia) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized American swingman Jahvari Josiah (193-1993, college: Coppin St.) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Four Gigantes and five Grises players scored in double figures. Grises' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Gigantes maintains third position with 15-12 record having just two points less than leader Quebradillas. Grises at the other side dropped to the fourth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Mayaguez. Gigantes will play against Cariduros (#6) in Fajardo in the next round. Grises will play on the road against Cangrejeros in Santurce and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Carolina: E.Clark 24+9reb+2ast, T.Waters 23+3reb+9ast, V.Rudd 15+1reb+1ast, G.Conditt IV 14+11reb+3ast, J.Cruz 8+3reb, E.Ortiz 8+2reb+1ast Humacao: A.Mitchell 17+13reb+5ast, J.Josiah 14+5reb+3ast, G.Belardo 13+1reb, T.Trice II 13+2reb+7ast, J.Ennis 12+7reb+3ast, X.Zambrana 6 |
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Agronomia - Politehnica Iasi 72-50 Agronomia dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Politehnica Iasi's 24 and made 20-of-25 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Politehnica Iasi 47-24 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Mihnea Buligescu (-2001) who led his team to a victory scoring 6 points, 9 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals. Forward Dumitru Potcoava (197-1996) helped adding 16 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Teodor Boghean with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and forward Alexandru Padineanu (193-1993) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Agronomia: D.Potcoava 16+8reb+1ast, A.Vizitiu 15+7reb, D.Laurentiu 9+4reb+2ast, A.Movileanu 7+4reb+2ast, E.Alexandru 6+5reb, B.Mihnea 6+9reb+11ast Politehnica Iasi: A.Padineanu 18+5reb+2ast, B.Teodor 16+10reb+1ast, D.Horia 9+2reb+3ast, B.Rares 5+4reb+2ast, S.Buiciuc 2+1ast, H.Ionut 0+1reb+1ast Phoenix Corona - Rm Valcea II 81-74 Rm Valcea II trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 21-16 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 74-81 at the end of the game. They outrebounded Rm Valcea II 44-30 including 30 on the defensive glass. It was a good game for American point guard Armin Cane (188-1993, college: Stockton) who led his team to a victory with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Senegalese power forward Ousmane Barro (207-1984, college: Marquette) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winners. Cane is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Anton Rotaru (188-2002) answered with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and American guard Lamar Hamrick (193-1998, college: Portland St., agency: Haylett Sports) added 19 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Rm Valcea II. Five Phoenix Corona and four Rm Valcea II players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Phoenix Corona: A.Cane 24+7reb+4ast, O.Barro 15+15reb+3ast, O.Andrei 14+5reb+2ast, B.Aktas 11+4reb+5ast, N.David 11+5reb+2ast, P.Victor 3+4reb+2ast Rm Valcea II: R.Anton 22+5reb+7ast, L.Hamrick 19+10reb+3ast, A.Singh 14+6reb+2ast, C.Christos 10+1reb, B.Alexandru 8+1ast, K.Norbert 1 |
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Politehnica Iasi - Rm Valcea II 48-76 The game without a history. Rm Valcea II led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Politehnica Iasi's 20. Rm Valcea II forced 25 Politehnica Iasi turnovers. American guard Lamar Hamrick (193-1998, college: Portland St., agency: Haylett Sports) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). American-Indian Ajay Singh (199, college: Westmont, agency: Haylett Sports) contributed with 18 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Hamrick is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Rm Valcea II's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Horia Dragoslav (-2002) replied with 24 points and 5 rebounds and Teodor Boghean added 8 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Politehnica Iasi. Top scorers: Politehnica Iasi: D.Horia 24+5reb+1ast, B.Teodor 8+8reb+1ast, S.Buiciuc 8+3reb+2ast, A.Padineanu 5+3reb+3ast, H.Ionut 3+1reb+1ast, R.Matei 0+2reb Rm Valcea II: L.Hamrick 21+7reb+1ast, A.Singh 18+4reb+2ast, N.Ciuca 11+5reb+1ast, B.Alexandru 9, R.Anton 6+8reb+8ast, K.Norbert 3+1reb Agronomia - Phoenix Corona 52-90 The game without a history. Phoenix Corona led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Agronomia's 34. They outrebounded Agronomia 46-29 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Phoenix Corona players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Agronomia's players. American point guard Armin Cane (188-1993, college: Stockton) scored 19 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Senegalese power forward Ousmane Barro (207-1984, college: Marquette) chipped in 13 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Cane is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Phoenix Corona players scored in double figures. Center Andrei Vizitiu (201-1986) responded with 14 points and 5 rebounds and forward Mihnea Buligescu (-2001) scored 11 points 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. Top scorers: Agronomia: A.Vizitiu 14+5reb+2ast, B.Mihnea 11+3reb+5ast, D.Potcoava 9+4reb+2ast, E.Alexandru 5+5reb, D.Laurentiu 3+4reb, A.Bogdan 2+1reb Phoenix Corona: A.Cane 19+8reb+8ast, N.David 14+5reb+4ast, O.Barro 13+14reb+5ast, O.Andrei 10+8reb+1ast, I.Alexandru 9+1reb, B.Aktas 7+4reb+4ast |
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U-BT Cluj Napoca - Oradea 70-59 U-BT Cluj Napoca defended the Liga Nationala title. They beat Oradea at home court to win the Finals 4-2. Five players scored in double digits for the champions. Nemanja Gordic (193-G-1988) finished with 14 points and 6 assists in the win. Cluj Napoca grabbed a 20-15 lead after ten minutes. But Oradea erased the deficit in the second term to tie things up at 35. Cluj Napoca went on a 16-10 run in the third term to take a 6-point lead. They held Oradea to just 14 points in the fourth stanza and rallied to the win. Karel Guzman (188-SG-1995, agency: Pro Sports) provided 11 points in the victory. Nikola Markovic (208-F/C-1989) answered with 13 points for Oradea. |
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Finals MVP:  Leonardo Meindl (201-SF-1993) of Cluj NapocaPlayer of the Year: Tyler Stone (203-PF-1991) of RapidGuard of the Year: Shamiel Stevenson (198-SG-1998) of Targu JiuForward of the Year: Tyler Stone (203-PF-1991) of RapidCenter of the Year:  Nikola Jevtovic (209-C-1989) of PitestiImport Player of the Year: Tyler Stone (203-PF-1991) of RapidDomestic Player of the Year:  Emanuel Cate (207-C-1997) of Cluj NapocaDefensive Player of the Year: Emanuel Cate (207-C-1997) of Cluj NapocaCoach of the Year: Mihai Silvasan of Cluj Napoca
First Team Shamiel Stevenson (198-SG-1998) of Targu Jiu Erick Neal (178-PG-1995) of Oradea Leonardo Meindl (201-SF-1993) of Cluj Napoca Tyler Stone (203-PF-1991) of Rapid Nikola Jevtovic (209-C-1989) of Pitesti
Second Team Maurice Watson (178-PG-1993) of Voluntari Nate Johnson (193-PG-1998) of Constanta Meshack Lufile (203-SF-1992) of Miercurea Ciuc Mark Ogden (206-F-1994) of Oradea Emanuel Cate (207-C-1997) of Cluj Napoca
Honorable Mention James Farr (208-F-1992) of Steaua B. Donatas Tarolis (205-SF-1994) of Oradea Igor Kesar (210-C-1992) of Timisoara Vlad Moldoveanu (206-F-1988) of Dinamo B. Szabolcs Santa (208-C-1987) of Targu Mures Goran Gajovic (199-F-1988) of Targu Mures Gaston Whelan (187-PG-1994) of Sibiu Andrei Mandache (190-PG-1987) of Dinamo B. Octavian Calota (189-PG-1984) of Ploiesti CSM Titus Nicoara (203-F-1988) of Steaua B. Roberts Blumbergs (208-SF-1998) of Sibiu
All-Domestic Players Team Octavian Calota (189-PG-1984) of Ploiesti CSM Andrei Mandache (190-PG-1987) of Dinamo B. Titus Nicoara (203-F-1988) of Steaua B. Vlad Moldoveanu (206-F-1988) of Dinamo B. Emanuel Cate (207-C-1997) of Cluj Napoca
All-Imports Team Shamiel Stevenson (198-SG-1998) of Targu Jiu Erick Neal (178-PG-1995) of Oradea Roberts Blumbergs (208-SF-1998) of Sibiu Tyler Stone (203-PF-1991) of Rapid Nikola Jevtovic (209-C-1989) of Pitesti |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. IPRC-Kigali has finally registered their first victory this season after 18 consecutive losses. The win is especially important as it came on the road game in Musanze, where they edged IPRC-Musanze (1-18) 74-72 on Saturday. IPRC-Kigali left bottom position moving up to eleventh place, which they share with defeated IPRC-Musanze. 11th ranked IPRC-Musanze (1-18) was outscored at home by fourth ranked Patriots (11-2) with the biggest margin this round 108-49. Patriots moved-up to third place. IPRC-Musanze at the other side dropped to the bottom. They share the position with IPRC-Kigali. In the last game of round 16 Espoir destroyed IPRC-Huye on the opponent's court 114-84.
IPRC-Huye - Espoir 84-114 Very expected game when 10th ranked IPRC-Huye (4-13) was crushed at home by second ranked Espoir (14-3) 114-84. Espoir have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 14-3 record having just two points less than leader REG. IPRC-Huye lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 13 games lost. IPRC-Musanze - IPRC-Kigali 72-74 IPRC-Kigali has finally registered their first victory this season after 18 consecutive losses. The win is especially important as it came on the road game in Musanze, where they edged IPRC-Musanze (1-18) 74-72 on Saturday. IPRC-Kigali left bottom position moving up to eleventh place, which they share with defeated IPRC-Musanze. IPRC-Musanze - Patriots 49-108 11th ranked IPRC-Musanze (1-18) was outscored at home by fourth ranked Patriots (11-2) with the biggest margin this round 108-49. Patriots moved-up to third place. IPRC-Musanze at the other side dropped to the bottom. They share the position with IPRC-Kigali. |
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| BNL Round 4: No surprise as #1 Panthers defeat Zebras - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. BNL top team - Panthers (2-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Zebras (0-2) in Johannesburg 83-63. Worth to mention a quality performance of Misheck Makayi who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and Mthokozisi Masondo (200-1998) who added 13 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Zimbabwean power forward Thomas Rutsito (202-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 21 rebounds. Zebras' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Panthers maintains first position with 2-0 record, which they share with Tshwane S. and L.Pride. Zebras at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Egoli Magic and EC Windbreakers. Panthers is looking forward to face Marlins (#3) in Kwazulu in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Zebras will have a break next round. Top-ranked Suns blasted bottom-ranked Zebras (0-2) in Kimberley 98-45 keeping the perfect record after 4 rounds. Zebras is still unable to win any game. The winners were led by DR Congolese power forward Emmanuel Shine (199-1994) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds and Kgotso Ntuane supported him with 17 points and 5 rebounds. Even 8 points and 17 rebounds by Zimbabwean power forward Thomas Rutsito (202-1997) did not help to save the game for Zebras. Zebras' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Defending champion (2-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with S.Panthers and L.Pride. Zebras at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Egoli Magic and EC Windbreakers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
S.Panthers - NC Zebras 83-63 BNL top team - Panthers (2-0) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Zebras (0-2) in Johannesburg 83-63. Worth to mention a quality performance of Misheck Makayi who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and Mthokozisi Masondo (200-1998) who added 13 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. Four Panthers players scored in double figures. At the losing side Zimbabwean power forward Thomas Rutsito (202-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 21 rebounds and Molelekoa Maqabe scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. Zebras' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Panthers maintains first position with 2-0 record, which they share with Tshwane S. and L.Pride. Zebras at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Egoli Magic and EC Windbreakers. Panthers is looking forward to face Marlins (#3) in Kwazulu in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Zebras will have a break next round. Top scorers: NC Zebras: M.Molelekoa 15+8reb+1ast, R.Thomas 14+21reb+2ast, M.Zuko 6+1ast, X.Xaba 6+5reb, T.Didier 5+4reb+3ast, S.Louw 5+1reb+2ast S.Panthers: C.Mukuni 21+4reb+2ast, M.Misheck 20+12reb+1ast, S.Dzingwa 17+5reb+4ast, M.Mthokozisi 13+14reb+2ast, K.Kabelo 5+4reb+2ast, M.Yves 5+5reb+2ast NC Zebras - Tshwane S. 45-98 Top-ranked Suns blasted bottom-ranked Zebras (0-2) in Kimberley 98-45 keeping the perfect record after 4 rounds. Zebras is still unable to win any game. Suns dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Zebras' 34. Suns forced 31 Zebras turnovers. The winners were led by DR Congolese power forward Emmanuel Shine (199-1994) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds and Kgotso Ntuane supported him with 17 points and 5 rebounds. Five Suns players scored in double figures. Even 8 points and 17 rebounds by Zimbabwean power forward Thomas Rutsito (202-1997) did not help to save the game for Zebras. Molelekoa Maqabe added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for lost side. Zebras' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Defending champion (2-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with S.Panthers and L.Pride. Zebras at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Egoli Magic and EC Windbreakers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: NC Zebras: M.Molelekoa 11+5reb+5ast, K.Romenoh 10+6reb+2ast, M.Balela 8+6reb, R.Thomas 8+17reb+1ast, S.Louw 5+2reb+1ast, T.Didier 3 Tshwane S.: S.Emmanuel 30+15reb+3ast, S.Qanya 19+2reb+2ast, N.Kgotso 17+5reb+2ast, M.Mokwena 10+10reb+2ast, M.Lethabo 10+5reb+6ast, B.Gleen 7+6reb+2ast |
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| Stats Leaders - ACB |
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Valladolid - Lleida 86-83 Valladolid made 31-of-39 free shots (79.5 percent) during the game. Valladolid outrebounded Lleida 41-30 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. 32 personal fouls committed by Lleida helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Naturalized Dominican guard Michael Torres Cuevas (188-1994) scored 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and center Sergio De La Fuente (198-1989) chipped in 10 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Serbian power forward Vasilije Vucetic (207-1996) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Miguel Gonzalez (199-1999) scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Lleida: V.Vucetic 15+5reb, J.Lobo 14+1reb, V.Rafael 11+2reb+1ast, M.Gonzalez 9+9reb+1ast, J.Ignacio Marcos 8+2reb+4ast, M.Bakovic 7+3reb Valladolid: M.Torres Cuevas 26+5reb+5ast, M.Kovacevic 12, S.De La Fuente 10+5reb+2ast, J.Kuiper 8+4reb+3ast, L.N'Guessan 8+5reb+2ast, M.Pantzar 6+7reb Palencia - Alicante 75-68 The best player for the winners was American guard Devin Schmidt (193-1994, college: Delta St.) who scored 28 points. DR Congolese-Canadian guard Mathieu Kamba (196-1995, college: Cent Arkansas) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Power forward Eduard Gatell (206-1989) produced 12 points and 6 rebounds and Montenegrin guard Nikola Rakocevic (192-1991) added 14 points respectively for the guests. Four Alicante players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Alicante: N.Rakocevic 14+1reb, E.Gatell 12+6reb+2ast, S.Berg 10+4reb, D.Blaylock 10+3reb, V.Makar 6+4reb, S.McDonnell 6+3reb+3ast Palencia: D.Schmidt 28+2reb+3ast, M.Kamba 13+5reb, A.Wintering 8+5reb+3ast, J.Ortega 8+8reb+2ast, J.Kasibabu 7+5reb+1ast, T.McGrew 5+6reb Coruna - Gipuzkoa 62-71 American guard Justin Jaworski (190-1999, college: Lafayette) notched 14 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and American-Italian guard Adam Sollazzo (198-1990, college: ETSU) supported him with 11 points and 5 rebounds. Four Gipuzkoa players scored in double figures. Even 12 points and 6 rebounds by American-Cuban swingman Yunio Barrueta (196-1993, college: Barry, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for Coruna. Senegalese center Atoumane Diagne (215-1998) added 10 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Coruna: Y.Barrueta 12+6reb+1ast, A.Diagne 10+6reb, D.Simeunovic 7+1reb, J.Ingus 7+1reb+6ast, A.Hernandez 7+7ast, L.Nwogbo 6+3reb Gipuzkoa: J.Jaworski 14+6reb+3ast, M.Motos 11+2reb, A.Sollazzo 11+5reb+3ast, A.Martinez 10+2reb, A.Zubizarreta 8+2reb+2ast, R.Nurger 7+2reb Estudiantes - Burgos 89-102 Burgos shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 64.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was Slovenian point guard Luka Rupnik (186-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) who scored 17 points and 5 assists. Guard Alejandro Lopez (189-1991) chipped in 12 points and 4 assists. Point guard Josep Franch (192-1991) produced 23 points and Latvian point guard Toms Leimanis (190-1994) added 13 points and 8 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Estudiantes: J.Franch 23+3reb+3ast, K.Larsen 16+2reb+3ast, T.Leimanis 13+2reb+8ast, M.Hughes 13+2reb+1ast, P.Jorgensen 10+1reb+2ast, A.Sola 4+4reb+1ast Burgos: L.Rupnik 17+3reb+5ast, A.Barrera 14+1reb+2ast, A.Lopez 12+2reb+4ast, M.Kacinas 12+5reb, R.San Miguel 11+1reb+4ast, G.Corbalan 9+1reb+3ast |
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Geneve - Fribourg 67-93 Fribourg made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. It was a good game for Serbian center Milos Jankovic (206-1994, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds. The former international swingman Roberto Kovac (190-1990) contributed with 21 points for the winners. Four Fribourg players scored in double figures. Fribourg's coach Petar Aleksic felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American-Argentinian Erik Thomas (195-1995, college: New Orleans) answered with 20 points and 8 rebounds and American center Keith Clanton (206-1990, college: UCF) added 11 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Geneve. Top scorers: Geneve: E.Thomas 20+8reb, J.Paige 17+1reb+3ast, K.Clanton 11+9reb+2ast, S.Miljanic 7+3reb, N.Anabir 6+7reb+3ast, C.Le Sann 6+1reb+2ast Fribourg: R.Kovac 21+3ast, B.Mbala 15+5reb+2ast, N.Jurkovitz 14+1reb+1ast, M.Jankovic 11+14reb+1ast, A.Cotture 8+6reb, M.Milon 7+2reb+2ast Neuchatel - Massagno 64-74 It was a great evening for the former international Marko Mladjan (205-1993) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Isaiah Williams (201-1992, college: Iona) helped adding 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Massagno's coach Robbi Gubitosa allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was American forward Dalan Ancrum (198-1996, college: W.Illinois) with 20 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import point guard Nate West (180-1998, college: LeTourneau) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Top scorers: Neuchatel: D.Ancrum 20+6reb+3ast, N.West 14+1reb+4ast, K.Martin 10+8reb, J.De La Fuente 9+3reb+3ast, A.Robertson 8+6reb+4ast, S.Mehic 3+1reb Massagno: M.Mladjan 20+9reb, D.Mladjan 17+2reb+2ast, I.Williams 15+6reb+4ast, S.Bogues 8+1reb+2ast, J.James 7+7reb+2ast, A.Martino 3+4reb |
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Samsunspor - Haremspor 77-64 Samsunspor players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Forward Muhammet Kalkan (203-2000) nailed 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and American point guard Diante Watkins (175-1990, college: RMU) accounted for 18 points and 5 assists. Samsunspor's coach Ilker Salman allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The former international forward Izzet Turkyilmaz (212-1990) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists and Montenegrin center Gligorije Rakocevic (211-1995, college: Oregon St.) added 18 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Haremspor in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Samsunspor: D.Watkins 18+3reb+5ast, G.Bas 18+5reb+1ast, K.Muhammet 16+8reb+4ast, A.Gueye 11+7reb+1ast, D.Sanli 6+2reb+2ast, A.Genc 3+3reb+5ast Haremspor: G.Rakocevic 18+10reb+2ast, I.Turkyilmaz 12+14reb+5ast, D.Clark 11+4reb+2ast, U.Saraloglu 10+2reb+2ast, Y.Ali 9+2reb, T.Gedikli 2+1reb+5ast Final Spor - Sigortam.net 68-76 Serbian center Vladimir Stimac (210-1987) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 17 rebounds for the winners and forward Gokhan Yazicioglu (200-1990) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side American LaceDarius Dunn (193-1987, college: Baylor) responded with 18 points and the other American import forward Elijah Thomas (206-1996, college: Clemson) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Sigortam.net: V.Stimac 17+17reb+2ast, G.Yazicioglu 11+7reb+2ast, H.Kandemir 10+3reb+5ast, S.Dorsey-Walker 10+1reb+1ast, C.Ozcan 8+5reb+2ast, U.Gecen 7+1reb+4ast Final Spor: L.Dunn 18+3reb+3ast, E.Thomas 13+6reb, T.Alp Altunbey 12+3reb+1ast, S.Edge 8+9ast, T.Sezgun 5+10reb, M.Basturk 4+1reb+2ast Mersin - Balikesir 96-65 Mersin outrebounded Balikesir 46-26 including a 31-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. American guard Tobin Carberry (193-1991, college: LIU Post) nailed 23 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side and his fellow American import point guard Darnell Edge (188-1997, college: FDU) accounted for 19 points and 6 rebounds. Carberry is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Mersin players scored in double figures. Berke Aygunduz (196-1998) came up with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and center Bora Isik (208-1998) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Balikesir 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. Top scorers: Mersin: T.Carberry 23+5reb+3ast, D.Edge 19+6reb+3ast, A.Karahan 14+2reb+2ast, B.Genc 13+7reb, M.Kizil 10+13reb+3ast, K.Uzunhasan 9+6reb+1ast Balikesir: B.Aygunduz 15+6reb+5ast, B.Isik 14+8reb+3ast, K.Dukes 10+1reb+4ast, A.Erdek 7+1reb+1ast, S.Ergin 7+1reb+1ast, M.Ozdemir 5+2reb+1ast Yalovaspor - TED Ankara 83-74 American Ricky Ledo (201-1992, college: Providence, agency: Slash Sports) nailed 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Kadir Bayram (185-1996) accounted for 9 points. American center Brandon Walters (208-1995, college: MTSU) came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and swingman Kaan Sariaslan (193-1997) added 19 points respectively for TED Ankara in the defeat. Four TED Ankara players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Yalovaspor: R.Ledo 18+7reb+2ast, B.Ozkan 11+1ast, S.Topcu 9+4reb+2ast, K.Bayram 9+3reb+3ast, D.Cevik 8+1ast, J.McNeace 7+5reb+3ast TED Ankara: B.Walters 20+10reb+1ast, K.Sariaslan 19+3reb+1ast, S.Gibson 15+4reb+2ast, O.Kucuk 13+4reb+3ast, C.Dalgali 5+3reb+1ast, G.Ahmet 2 |
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Turk Telekom - Galatasaray 94-85 Turk Telekom brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Jerian Grant (196-1992, college: Notre Dame) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import power forward Tyrique Jones (206-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Pensack Sports) contributed with 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Canadian-Jamaican guard Dylan Ennis (188-1991, college: Oregon) answered with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international Sadik Kabaca (208-2000) added 19 points in the effort for Galatasaray. Five Turk Telekom and four Galatasaray players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Turk Telekom: J.Grant 28+5reb+4ast, N.Sestina 14+3reb, A.Bouteille 13+2reb+1ast, T.Jones 11+8reb+4ast, T.Taylor 10+4reb+5ast, R.Oncel 8+1reb+2ast Galatasaray: D.Ennis 21+5reb+5ast, S.Kabaca 19+4reb+3ast, D.Russell 16+2reb+4ast, A.Caloiaro 13+8reb+2ast, M.Mustafa 7+3reb+1ast, D.Ristic 6+5reb Pinar Karsiyaka - Bursaspor 91-83 Pinar Karsiyaka players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Bursaspor was plagued by 31 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Errick McCollum (188-1988, college: Goshen) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 5 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Jaylon Brown (183-1994, college: Evansville) contributed with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. International Yigitcan Saybir (203-1999) answered with 22 points and 5 rebounds and American-Kazakhstan point guard Anthony Clemmons (187-1994, college: Iowa) added 18 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Bursaspor. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bursaspor's coach Dusan Alimpijevic rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Pinar Karsiyaka: E.McCollum 25+5reb+3ast, J.Brown 19+6reb+7ast, V.Brown 17+3reb, A.Delgado 11+6reb, B.Angola-Rodas 9+8reb+5ast, K.Sipahi 5+6reb+5ast Bursaspor: Y.Saybir 22+5reb+1ast, A.Clemmons 18+8reb+1ast, A.Andrews 16+2reb+1ast, D.Dudzinski 10+7reb+1ast, O.Al 5+3reb+2ast, O.Bitim 4+2reb+1ast Anadolu Efes - Darussafaka 104-94 Efes shot 60.3 percent from the field and made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 59.1 percentage. Efes looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Will Clyburn (201-1990, college: Iowa St.) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. French Rodrigue Beaubois (190-1988) chipped in 26 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). The former international point guard Dogus Ozdemiroglu (191-1996) produced 22 points and 4 assists and point guard Can Korkmaz (187-1992, agency: Interperformances) added 22 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Anadolu Efes: R.Beaubois 26+1reb+2ast, V.Micic 19+3reb+3ast, W.Clyburn 18+11reb+1ast, S.Larkin 9+2reb+7ast, A.Tuncer 8+2reb+3ast, H.Furkan 7+1reb Darussafaka: D.Ozdemiroglu 22+4reb+4ast, C.Korkmaz 22+1reb+3ast, M.Starks 19+5ast, W.McCullough 10+3reb, A.Yeboah 9+3reb+2ast, G.Olaseni 6+7reb+1ast Fenerbahce - Tofas 93-78 Fenerbahce players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Johnathan Motley (208-1995, college: Baylor) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The former international guard Sehmus Hazer (190-1999) contributed with 17 points and 4 assists for the winners. Fenerbahce's coach Dimitris Itoudis allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Senegalese center Boubacar Toure (213-1995, college: EMU) answered with 23 points and 9 rebounds and American power forward Brady Manek (206-1998, college: UNC) added 13 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Tofas. Top scorers: Fenerbahce: S.Hazer 17+4reb+4ast, J.Motley 17+8reb, S.Wilbekin 11+1reb+1ast, S.Geyik 10+6reb, N.Hayes-Davis 9+5reb+3ast, T.Biberovic 8+2reb Tofas: B.Toure 23+9reb+1ast, B.Manek 13+5reb+2ast, R.Gray 11+3reb+5ast, B.Ugurlu 9+2reb+4ast, T.Ennis 8+3reb+2ast, M.Doyle 6+2reb+5ast |
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Cuesta College signed 19-year old Belgian point guard Hayley Coopman (5'6''-2004) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Coopman played last season at KBBC Sparta Laarne in Belgian Top Division Women. In 6 games she had 2.5ppg. She mainly played for the B team of Laarne which won the L2 Championship with a 25-1 record and the U19 championship. |
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| Stats Leaders - Women |
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She had a double-double of 15 points and 10 rebounds, while her team outclassed Santo Andre (#3, 7-5) with 36-point margin 77-41. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Sesi/Arara. to consolidate first place in the Brazilian LBF. Sesi/Arara. has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 11-1. In the team's last game Moura had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. It's her second year at Sesi/Arara. and it's hard to imagine this team without her. Moura has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (7th best: 14.6ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 10.1rpg) and averages solid 2.3spg and 55.7% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Barbara Bazilio (185-C-1991) of Catanduva. She is a center in her first season at Catanduva. In the last game Bazilio recorded impressive 25 points and 7 rebounds. Bad luck as Catanduva lost that game 69-76 to slightly higher-ranked Blumenau (#5, 5-7). This loss caused Catanduva to drop to 6th position in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-8 record. Bazilio is one of the most experienced players at Catanduva and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.0ppg (#8). She also registered 9.8 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to forward Kawanni Firmino (186-PF-1995) of Blumenau (#5). Firmino scored 16 points. She was a key player of Blumenau, leading her team to a 76-69 win against slightly lower-ranked Catanduva (#6, 4-8). The chances of Blumenau ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 7 games, recording just five victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Firmino could help Blumenau to bring them higher in the standings. Firmino has a great season in Brazil. After 10 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.7rpg (6th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Vanessa Goncalves (185-F-1994) of Santo Andre - 9 points and 9 rebounds 5. Melisa Gretter (166-PG-1993) of Sampaio - 2 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Taina Paixao (175-G-1991) of Sampaio - 12 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Jaqueline Silvestre (178-F-1986) of Sesi/Arara. - 22 points and 2 rebounds 8. Tatiane Pacheco (181-F-1990) of Catanduva - 12 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Maria Albiero (173-G-1998) of Blumenau - 12 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Mariana Queiroz (190-C-1997) of Sampaio - 14 points and 7 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| LBF Round 12: Sesi/Arara. defeat Santo Andre in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An interesting game for Sesi/Arara. (11-1) which hosted in Araraquara 3rd ranked Santo Andre (7-5). First ranked Sesi/Arara. had an easy win 77-41. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Santo Andre. Sesi/Arara. forced 27 Santo Andre turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Santo Andre's players. It was a good game for the former international power forward Aline Moura (185-1997) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. The former international forward Jaqueline Silvestre (178-1986) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Sesi/Arara.'s coach Joao Camargo felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Vanessa Goncalves (185-1994) replied with 9 points and 9 rebounds for Santo Andre. Sesi/Arara. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. Santo Andre at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. Sesi/Arara. are looking forward to face league's second-placed Sampaio in Sampaio Basquete in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Santo Andre will play on the road against Catanduva in Caranduva and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. The game in Blumenau was also worth to mention about. 5th ranked Catanduva (4-8) played at the court of sixth ranked Blumenau (5-7). Blumenau managed to secure a 7-point victory 76-69. Worth to mention a great performance of Kawanni Firmino (186-1995) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and Maria Albiero who added 12 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Blumenau's coach Bruna Rodrigues allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was center Barbara Bazilio (185-1991) with 25 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Blumenau moved-up to fifth place. Catanduva lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. Blumenau will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Catanduva will play at home against Santo Andre (#3) and hopes to get back on the winning track. In the last game of round 12 bottom-ranked Ituano was smashed by Sampaio on the road 65-38. The most impressive performance of 12th round was 2 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists by Melisa Gretter of Sampaio.
Sesi/Arara. - Santo Andre 77-41 An interesting game for Sesi/Arara. (11-1) which hosted in Araraquara 3rd ranked Santo Andre (7-5). First ranked Sesi/Arara. had an easy win 77-41. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Santo Andre. Sesi/Arara. forced 27 Santo Andre turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Santo Andre's players. It was a good game for the former international power forward Aline Moura (185-1997) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. The former international forward Jaqueline Silvestre (178-1986) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Sesi/Arara.'s coach Joao Camargo felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international forward Vanessa Goncalves (185-1994) replied with 9 points and 9 rebounds and power forward Evelyn Mariano (180-1997) added 8 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Santo Andre. Sesi/Arara. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. Santo Andre at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. Sesi/Arara. are looking forward to face league's second-placed Sampaio in Sampaio Basquete in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Santo Andre will play on the road against Catanduva in Caranduva and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Sesi/Arara.: J.Silvestre 22+2reb, A.Moura 15+10reb+6ast, I.De Andrade 8+5reb+1ast, G.D'Arrigo 7+2reb+1ast, J.Morais 6+3reb+3ast, A.Beatriz 5+1reb+2ast Santo Andre: V.Goncalves 9+9reb+1ast, L.Silva 8+3reb+2ast, R.Juliana 8+6reb+1ast, M.Evelyn 8+7reb+1ast, Y.Goncalves 6+2reb+3ast, C.Glenda 1+4reb Blumenau - Catanduva 76-69 The game in Blumenau was also worth to mention about. 5th ranked Catanduva (4-8) played at the court of sixth ranked Blumenau (5-7). Blumenau managed to secure a 7-point victory 76-69. Blumenau outrebounded Catanduva 40-28 including 27 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of Kawanni Firmino (186-1995) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and guard Maria Albiero (173-1998, college: BYU) who added 12 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Blumenau players scored in double figures. Blumenau's coach Bruna Rodrigues allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was center Barbara Bazilio (185-1991) with 25 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and Cuban point guard Ineidis Casanova (162-1988) scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. Blumenau moved-up to fifth place. Catanduva lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. Blumenau will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Catanduva will play at home against Santo Andre (#3) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Blumenau: K.Firmino 16+4reb+3ast, L.Zabani 12+3reb+2ast, M.Albiero 12+7reb+2ast, L.Leticia 10+5reb, L.Batista 8+5reb, G.Kuck 7+1reb Catanduva: B.Bazilio 25+7reb, T.Pacheco 12+2reb+4ast, I.Casanova 9+8reb+3ast, T.Frediani 9+3reb+4ast, J.Souza 6+7reb+2ast, G.Justino 4+1reb+1ast Sampaio - Ituano 65-38 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Sampaio (9-3) crushed bottom-ranked Ituano (2-9) in Sampaio Basquete 65-38. They outrebounded Ituano 45-33 including 38 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Mariana Queiroz (190-1997) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 7 rebounds and Argentinian point guard Melisa Gretter (166-1993) who added 2 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Coach Cristian Santander's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was center Monique Pereira (190-1996) with 13 points and 5 rebounds and the former international power forward Karina Jacob (187-1985) scored 2 points and 11 rebounds. Defending champion maintains second position with 9-3 record having just two points less than leader Sesi/Arara. Ituano at the other side stay at the bottom place with nine games lost. Sampaio will play against league's leader Sesi/Arara. in Araraquara in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ituano will play against LSB (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sampaio: M.Queiroz 14+7reb, A.Goncalo 12+3reb+2ast, T.Paixao 12+4reb+3ast, G.De Paula 9+5reb, E.De Oliveira 8+5reb+3ast, E.De Souza 6+2reb Ituano: M.Pereira 13+5reb+1ast, D.Oliveira Ana 7+3reb+1ast, P.Marcal 7+5reb+1ast, L.Carneiro 4+2reb+3ast, M.Ferreira 4+2reb, K.Jacob 2+11reb+2ast |
| CROATIA |
| Jones inks at Brod na Savi at the beginning of her pro career - by Zeljko Zule | |
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ZKK Brod na Savi Slavonski Brod (Premijer Liga) added to their roster American guard Shaniya Jones (170cm) for the upcoming season 2023-24. Jones just graduated from Johnson C. Smith University (NCAA2). She started her college career at Virginia Tech University (NCAA). Then she moved to University of Georgia (NCAA). It is Jones' first season as a professional player. |
| CZECH REPUBLIC |
| Latvia outscore Czech Republic on Day 2 in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News |
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Latvia - Czech Republic 83:67 Latvia outscored Czech Republic 83-67 on Day 2 of the International Tournament in Istanbul . The Baltic side grabbed a 27-17 lead at the start and added a 21-13 rally in the second frame. Moreover, they won the third quarter 16-14, whilst Czech Republic closed the game with a final 23-19 run. Paula Strautmane (185-F-1997, college: Quinnipiac) and Aleksa Gulbe (190-F-2000, college: Indiana) led the way with 14 points each. Kitija Laksa (182-F-1996, college: S.Florida) produced 9, whilst Kate Vilka (184-F-1996, college: Fordham) poured in 8. |
| FRANCE |
| Villeneuve keeps Smalls for another season - by Eurobasket News | |||
Smalls was also selected to Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Honorable Mention in 2023. The previous (2022) summer she played at Lynx in WNBA. But in three games she got just 1.3ppg, 1.7rpg, 2.0apg and 1.3spg in 2022 year. Three years ago she was drafted by Indiana Fever (WNBA) in third round (25th overall). The former James Madison University star is in her fourth season in pro basketball. She has played previously professionally in Italy (Empoli) and Poland (Lublin). Smalls' team won CAA Regular Season in 2019. Smalls was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup Honorable Mention in 2023. (via @Be_BasketFr) |
| GERMANY |
| Turkey post second straight win in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News |
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Germany - Turkey 63:95 Turkey posted second straight win in Istanbul at the home tournament. In day 2 they overcame Germany 95-63. The hosts trailed 22-23 at the end of the first period, but took control in the second frame with a 26-11 surge and dominated the second half as well. Tilbe Senyurek (190-C-1995) top-scored for the winners with 21 points. Luisa Geiselsoeder (192-C-2000) scored 21 points for Germany and Leonie Fiebich (193-SF-2000) netted 17. Alina Hartmann (183-G-1995, college: Colorado) ended up with 11 points for the guests. |
| JUCO |
| Cougars sign Hayley Coopman, ex Laarne - by Peter Buyse | |
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Cuesta College signed 19-year old Belgian point guard Hayley Coopman (5'6''-2004) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Coopman played last season at KBBC Sparta Laarne in Belgian Top Division Women. In 6 games she had 2.5ppg. She mainly played for the B team of Laarne which won the L2 Championship with a 25-1 record and the U19 championship. |
| LATVIA |
| Latvia outscore Czech Republic on Day 2 in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News |
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Latvia - Czech Republic 83:67 Latvia outscored Czech Republic 83-67 on Day 2 of the International Tournament in Istanbul . The Baltic side grabbed a 27-17 lead at the start and added a 21-13 rally in the second frame. Moreover, they won the third quarter 16-14, whilst Czech Republic closed the game with a final 23-19 run. Paula Strautmane (185-F-1997, college: Quinnipiac) and Aleksa Gulbe (190-F-2000, college: Indiana) led the way with 14 points each. Kitija Laksa (182-F-1996, college: S.Florida) produced 9, whilst Kate Vilka (184-F-1996, college: Fordham) poured in 8. |
| MEXICO |
| LNBPF Round 4: Libertadores defeat Halcones in the closest game of the week - 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 Xalapa. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 8th ranked Halcones (2-6) to third ranked Libertadores (6-2) 91-90 on Wednesday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Libertadores shot 62.9 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Libertadores especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Libertadores made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Stephanie Kostowicz (188-1995, college: Milwaukee) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks and Italian forward Marzia Tagliamento (183-1996) who added 20 points and 4 assists during the contest. Libertadores' coach Sandro Orlando used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. Libertadores moved-up to second place, which they share with Adelitas. Halcones at the other side keep the eighth position with six games lost. Important game to mention about took place in . Fifth ranked Rojas (5-1) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 6th ranked Fuerza Regia (4-4) 50-49 on Thursday evening. The winners were led by American forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers, agency: Shark Sports Management) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and Angela Tompkins supported her with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Even a double-double of 12 points and 12 rebounds by American guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) did not help to save the game for Fuerza Regia. Fuerza Regia's coach Juan Jose Pidal rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Rojas have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Fuerza Regia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with four games lost. A very close game took place in Monterrey between Plateras and Fuerza Regia. Seventh ranked Plateras (2-4) got a very close victory on the road over 6th ranked Fuerza Regia (4-4). Plateras managed to escape with a 2-point win 84-82 on Saturday evening. Americans were the main players on the court. Khadija Brown-Haywood fired 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Ciera Johnson produced 21 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Plateras maintains seventh position with 2-4 record. Fuerza Regia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with four games lost. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 4: Libertadores lost to Halcones on the opponent's court 65-80. Astros outscored Abejas in a home game 87-54. Panteras managed to beat Plateras on the road 85-72. Winless Freseras were defeated by Adelitas on its own court 80-85. Panteras smashed Plateras in Aguascalientes 83-52. Rojas won against Fuerza Regia at home 66-49. Abejas unfortunately lost to Astros on the opponent's court 66-81. Winless Freseras were rolled over Adelitas in a home game 67-87. Winless Freseras were crushed by Libertadores on the road 102-64. Fuerza Regia were beaten by Plateras on its own court 68-78.
Halcones - Libertadores 80-65 There was an upset in Xalapa where higher ranked Libertadores (6-2) were defeated by eighth ranked Halcones (2-6) 80-65 on Tuesday. Halcones looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) fired 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Venezuelan point guard Roselis Silva (166-1991, college: Arkansas Tech) chipped in 10 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Halcones players scored in double figures. American power forward Lyndra Weaver (185-1987, college: Virginia) produced 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 respectively for lost side. Libertadores' coach Sandro Orlando tested eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Halcones maintains eighth position with 2-6 record. Loser Libertadores dropped to the second place with two games lost. They share the position with Adelitas. 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 Rather predictable result in Jalisco where fifth ranked Astros (5-3) smashed 9th ranked Abejas (1-5) 87-54 on Wednesday. Astros forced 20 Abejas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. Swingman Jaelyn Brown (184-1998, college: California) fired 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Five Astros players scored in double figures. Forward Zada Williams (188-1996, college: Florida) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and swingman Gia Pack (178-1998, college: NM State) added 15 points and 4 steals respectively for lost side. 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 maintain fifth position with 5-3 record. Abejas lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with five games lost. They share the position 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 Not a big story in a game in Fresnillo where 7th ranked Plateras (2-4) were defeated by top-ranked Panteras (8-0) 85-72 on Wednesday. Panteras dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Plateras' 38. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Roxy Barahman (173-1998, college: Yale) fired 19 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Forward Samantha Fuehring (191, college: Louisville) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) produced 14 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Khadija Brown-Haywood (180-1994, college: Arkansas St.) added 21 points respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Plateras' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. 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 Everything went according to plan when second ranked Adelitas (6-2) beat on the road bottom-ranked Freseras (0-8) 85-80 on Wednesday. Adelitas had a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. American guard Kristen Spolyar (178-1997, college: Butler) fired 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The other American import center Danielle Adams (185-1989, college: Texas A&M) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds. American forward Dejza James (185-1995, college: Arizona) produced 18 points and 7 rebounds and Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Freseras players scored in double figures. Freseras' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Adelitas maintains second position with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Panteras, which they share with Libertadores. 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 There was no surprise in Fresnillo where 7th ranked Plateras (2-4) were outplayed by top-ranked Panteras (8-0) 83-52 on Thursday. American forward Samantha Fuehring (191, college: Louisville) fired 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Latvian center Kristine Vitola (196-1991, college: UTEP) chipped in 23 points. Four Panteras players scored in double figures. American forward Trinity Baptiste (183-1998, college: Arizona) produced 20 points and 6 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) added 3 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. 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 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Rojas' (5-1) home victory over 6th ranked Fuerza Regia (4-4) 66-49 on Wednesday. They 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. American forward Angela Tompkins (188-1991, college: Wichita St.) fired 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Guard Abdi Xicotencatl (192-1998) chipped in 14 points. Brazilian forward Damiris Dantas (191-1992) produced 9 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Destiny Pitts (178, college: Texas A&M) added 12 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rojas have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Fuerza Regia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with four 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 Very expected game in Jalisco where 9th ranked Abejas (1-5) were defeated by fifth ranked Astros (5-3) 81-66 on Thursday. Astros outrebounded Abejas 37-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) fired 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Forward Joy Adams (180-1993, college: Iona) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Forward Zada Williams (188-1996, college: Florida) produced 20 points and center Rachel Hollivay (196-1993, college: Rutgers) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Abejas' coach Carlos Gorosito tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Astros have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 5-3 record. Abejas lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with five games lost. They share the position 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 Very predictable result when second ranked Adelitas (6-2) smashed on the road bottom-ranked Freseras (0-8) 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. American center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) fired a double-double by scoring 13 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. The other American import guard Kristen Spolyar (178-1997, college: Butler) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Adelitas' coach Maikel Lopez allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Qadashah Hoppie (170-1999, college: Texas A&M) produced 17 points and 5 rebounds and Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Adelitas maintains second position with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Panteras, which they share with Libertadores. 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 A very close game took place in Monterrey between Plateras and Fuerza Regia. Seventh ranked Plateras (2-4) got a very close victory on the road over 6th ranked Fuerza Regia (4-4). Plateras managed to escape with a 2-point win 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. Americans were the main players on the court. 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 fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with four 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 Not a big story in a game in Queretaro where bottom-ranked Freseras (0-8) were rolled over by third ranked Libertadores (6-2) 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. Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992) fired 22 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Lyndra Weaver (185-1987, college: Virginia) chipped in 21 points and 4 assists. Four Libertadores players scored in double figures. American forward Dejza James (185-1995, college: Arizona) produced 16 points and 7 rebounds and Cuban center Yayma Boulet (193-1984) added 18 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Libertadores moved-up to second place, which they share with Adelitas. 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 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Monterrey where seventh ranked Plateras (2-4) beat 6th ranked Fuerza Regia (4-4) 78-68 on Sunday. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. Guard Japreece Dean (168-1996, college: UCLA) fired 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Forward Kamilah Jackson (183-1992, college: Hawaii) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Four Plateras players scored in double figures. Plateras' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and center Ciera Johnson (190-1997, college: Texas A&M) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Plateras maintains seventh position with 2-4 record. Fuerza Regia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with four 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 Rojas - Fuerza Regia 50-49 Important game to mention about took place in . Fifth ranked Rojas (5-1) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 6th ranked Fuerza Regia (4-4) 50-49 on Thursday evening. Rojas outrebounded Fuerza Regia 46-30 including 34 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by American forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers, agency: Shark Sports Management) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import forward Angela Tompkins (188-1991, college: Wichita St.) supported her with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Even a double-double of 12 points and 12 rebounds by American guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) did not help to save the game for Fuerza Regia. Brazilian forward Damiris Dantas (191-1992) added 10 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Fuerza Regia's coach Juan Jose Pidal rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Rojas have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Fuerza Regia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with four games lost. Top scorers: Fuerza Regia: D.Washington 12+12reb+3ast, D.Dantas 10+7reb+2ast, C.Johnson 8+6reb, D.Pitts 6+1reb+1ast, T.Likhtarovich 6+1reb, A.Jones 3+2reb+1ast Rojas: A.Tompkins 13+10reb+1ast, S.Carey 13+13reb, L.Kizer 8+6reb, D.Harden 7+4reb+1ast, F.Maria 4+1ast, A.Bethel 3+9reb+3ast Halcones - Libertadores 90-91 The most exciting game of round 4 in the LNBPF took place in Xalapa. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 8th ranked Halcones (2-6) to third ranked Libertadores (6-2) 91-90 on Wednesday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Libertadores shot 62.9 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Libertadores especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Libertadores made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Stephanie Kostowicz (188-1995, college: Milwaukee) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks and Italian forward Marzia Tagliamento (183-1996) who added 20 points and 4 assists during the contest. Libertadores' coach Sandro Orlando used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds and Venezuelan point guard Roselis Silva (166-1991, college: Arkansas Tech) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Four Libertadores and five Halcones players scored in double figures. Libertadores moved-up to second place, which they share with Adelitas. Halcones at the other side keep the eighth position with six games lost. Top scorers: Halcones: A.Okonkwo 28+10reb+2ast, K.Rakovic 16+1reb, R.Silva 12+6reb+10ast, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 11+4reb+3ast, L.Garcia 11+5reb+5ast, M.Delgado 9+1reb+2ast Libertadores: M.Garrick 21+4reb+3ast, M.Tagliamento 20+4reb+4ast, S.Kostowicz 19+9reb+5ast, B.Jones 13+3reb+4ast, L.Weaver 9+3reb+3ast, M.Benson 4+1reb |
| Crystal Bradford signs at Adelitas - by Eurobasket News | |||
In 2015 she was drafted by Los Angeles Sparks (WNBA) in first round (7th overall). Bradford graduated from Central Michigan University and it will be her eighth season in pro basketball. She is a very experienced player. Bradford has quite traveled the world as her pro career brought her to eight different countries on four different continents (Europe, Latin America, Africa and of course North America). She has played previously professionally in Brazil (Sampaio), Finland (Vimpelin Veto), Israel (Ramat Hasharon, Maccabi Bnot Ashdod, Hertzliya, Elitzur Holon and Hapoel Petah Tikva), Poland (Poznan), Puerto Rico, Turkey (Besiktas), WNBA (Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream) and GWBA (Flint Lady Monarchs). Bradford won GWBA championship title in 2017 and 2018. She received WBCA All-NCAA D1 Honorable Mention award back in 2013 and 2014. |
| Feyonda Fitzgerald agreed terms with Libertadores - by Eurobasket News | ||||
In 2017 she was drafted by Indiana Fever (WNBA) in second round (20th overall). The former Temple University star is in her sixth season in pro basketball. She is a very experienced player. Fitzgerald has played also professionally in Greece (Panathinaikos), Israel (Ramat Hasharon and Maccabi Haifa), Italy (Vigarano) and Poland (Lublin, Polkowice and Katarzynki). |
| Madison Williams agreed terms with Plateras - by Eurobasket News | ||||
This summer she was drafted by Seattle Storm (WNBA) in second round (18th overall). She just graduated from University of Oklahoma and it is her first season in pro basketball. Her team made it to the Big 12 Tournament Semifinals in 2022 and 2023. |
| NCAA1 |
| Chandler Prater transfers to OK State - by Eurobasket News | |
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Oklahoma State University strengthened their roster with addition of 5-11 guard Chandler Prater for season 2023-24. Kansas City (MO) native played for the last four years at University of Kansas. In 34 games she recorded 9.6ppg, 6.0rpg, 2.6apg and 1.7spg last season. Her team won WNIT Championship this year. Prater graduated North Kansas City High in 2019. Oklahoma State University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Quincy Noble Chandler Prater Rylee Langerman Alejah Douglas Kennedy Fauntleroy Forward: Ioanna Chatzileonti |
| Mi'Cole Cayton will continue her college career at Pepperdine - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She played also at University of California in 2016-2020 and then at University of Nebraska in 2020-2022. Golden Gophers made it to the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals in 2022. Cayton graduated St. Mary's High School (Stockton, CA) in 2016. |
| NEW ZEALAND |
| Tall Ferns team for tour of Europe named - by Mike Lacey |
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In preparation for next month's FIBA Women's Asia Cup, the Sky Sport Tall Ferns will assemble for a preparation camp this weekend - before heading to Europe for friendly games against a trio of basketball powerhouses. Head Coach Guy Molloy has today named a 12-strong squad for Europe, taken from the wider depth chart of Tall Ferns players. They are: Stella Beck, Tayla Dalton, Penina Davidson (190-F-1995, college: California), Kendell Heremaia, Grace Hunter, Ash Kelman-Poto, Charlisse Leger-Walker, Krystal Leger-Walker, Tera Reed, Ash Taia, Lilly Taulelei and Ritorya Tamilo. The Tall Ferns two-week tour of Europe sees the squad face the Serbia, Turkey and Poland national teams over a five-game series of international friendlies. The FIBA Women's Asia Cup then tips off in Sydney from 26 June - 2 July 2023, with the Tall Ferns taking on Korea, China and Lebanon across three games of group play. Coach Molloy says that a range of availability issues have impacted on the selection of his squad for Europe. 'I see Europe as a solid test event for our players to gain experience for the Women's Asia Cup; but availability means that we'll lean more on players from our wider depth chart for this tour,' says Molloy. 'Two players from our wider depth chart have been added back into the immediate squad for the camp and tour, in Grace [Hunter] and Esra [McGoldrick]. Grace comes in as she's positionally similar to Mary Goulding; a like-for-like player in terms of being a wing. 'And Esra has been added for training depth and to re-introduce her back into the wider squad. Tahlia [Tupaea] and Chevannah [Paalvast] are out due to injury while Lauryn [Hippolite] is with the U23 3x3 National Team bound for China. These players - and all of our immediate squad - are still well in the frame for Women's Asia Cup in a month's time.' Tall Ferns Squad of 12 for Europe Tour Stella Beck, 51 caps Tayla Dalton, no caps Penina Davidson, 53 caps Kendall Heremaia, 4 caps Grace Hunter, 0 caps Ash Kelman-Poto, no caps Charlisse Leger-Walker, 31 caps Krystal Leger-Walker, 18 caps Tera Reed, 6 caps Ash Taia, 9 caps Lilly Taulelei, 3 caps Ritorya Tamilo, no caps |
| SOUTH AFRICA |
| WBNL Round 6: Soweto P. lose to Tshwane Suns - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The biggest surprise took place in Tshwane where host Tshwane S. (1-0) beat league's leader Soweto P. (2-1) 48-39 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Soweto P.. Tshwane S. held Soweto P. to an opponent 17.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 27.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Tshwane S. forced 19 Soweto P. turnovers and outrebounded them 56-39 including 20 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Pumla Sathula (175-1984, college: Hamilton) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Chilean Josefina Gomez (-2001) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. Tshwane S.'s coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Botswana forward Monicah Tlou (175-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. It was the only win of host team this round and in all other games visitors recorded victories. Tshwane S. left bottom position moving up to third place. Soweto P. at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with KZ Marlins. They were replaced at the leadership position by WC Mountaineers. Soweto P. will play next round against strong NC Zebras trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Tshwane S. will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Rhinos in Mbombela. Top-ranked WC Mountaineers blasted bottom-ranked Rhinos (0-2) in Mbombela 78-47 keeping the perfect record after 6 rounds. Rhinos is still unable to win any game. It was a good game for Corinne Moussi who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Talita Memani contributed with 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Rachel Ngona replied with 16 points and 5 rebounds for Rhinos. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion (2-0) keeps a position of league leader. Rhinos at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Eastern Cape W.. WC Mountaineers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rhinos will play at home against Tshwane S. (#3) and hope to get finally their first victory.
M.Rhinos - WC Mountaineers 47-78 Top-ranked WC Mountaineers blasted bottom-ranked Rhinos (0-2) in Mbombela 78-47 keeping the perfect record after 6 rounds. Rhinos is still unable to win any game. WC Mountaineers dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to Rhinos' 20. WC Mountaineers forced 21 Rhinos turnovers and outrebounded them 50-32 including 17 on the offensive glass. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. It was a good game for Corinne Moussi who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Talita Memani contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Rachel Ngona replied with 16 points and 5 rebounds and Nocwaka Luke added 11 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Rhinos. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion (2-0) keeps a position of league leader. Rhinos at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Eastern Cape W.. WC Mountaineers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rhinos will play at home against Tshwane S. (#3) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: M.Rhinos: N.Rachel 16+5reb, L.Nocwaka 11+6reb+3ast, M.Sonto 6+4reb, M.Mathabo 6+3reb+1ast, M.Meltar 4+3reb, M.Cynthia 2+6reb WC Mountaineers: M.Corinne 31+11reb+6ast, M.Talita 17+10reb+4ast, B.Gwangwa 6, C.Thina 6+1ast, F.Dineo 6+6reb+1ast, M.Nicole 3+4reb+1ast Tshwane S. - Soweto P. 48-39 The biggest surprise took place in Tshwane where host Tshwane S. (1-0) beat league's leader Soweto P. (2-1) 48-39 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Soweto P.. Tshwane S. held Soweto P. to an opponent 17.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 27.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Tshwane S. forced 19 Soweto P. turnovers and outrebounded them 56-39 including 20 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Pumla Sathula (175-1984, college: Hamilton) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Chilean Josefina Gomez (-2001) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. Tshwane S.'s coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Botswana forward Monicah Tlou (175-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and Danja Lunnemann added 11 points and 10 rebounds respectively. It was the only win of host team this round and in all other games visitors recorded victories. Tshwane S. left bottom position moving up to third place. Soweto P. at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with KZ Marlins. They were replaced at the leadership position by WC Mountaineers. Soweto P. will play next round against strong NC Zebras trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Tshwane S. will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Rhinos in Mbombela. Top scorers: Soweto P.: M.Tlou 13+13reb+2ast, L.Danja 11+10reb, C.Siphiwe 6+5reb, M.Anna 4+2reb+2ast, M.Monalisa 3+4reb, N.Mbali 2+1reb Tshwane S.: P.Sathula 14+14reb+4ast, G.Josefina 11+7reb, F.Mabasa 9+7reb+2ast, C.Chigumba 7+4reb+1ast, A.Charmaine 2+8reb, M.Kutlwano 2+2reb |
| TURKEY |
| Turkey post second straight win in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News |
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Germany - Turkey 63:95 Turkey posted second straight win in Istanbul at the home tournament. In day 2 they overcame Germany 95-63. The hosts trailed 22-23 at the end of the first period, but took control in the second frame with a 26-11 surge and dominated the second half as well. Tilbe Senyurek (190-C-1995) top-scored for the winners with 21 points. Luisa Geiselsoeder (192-C-2000) scored 21 points for Germany and Leonie Fiebich (193-SF-2000) netted 17. Alina Hartmann (183-G-1995, college: Colorado) ended up with 11 points for the guests. |
| WNBA |
| Breanna Stewart scores 21 points to pace the Liberty in 81-65 win over the Connecticut Sun - by Eurobasket News |
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The Liberty flipped a six-point halftime deficit in the third quarter by coming out hitting a flurry of threes on its way to defeating the Connecticut Sun, 81-65. The win gives the Liberty its second straight victory before hitting the road for two games against the Seattle Storm and Chicago Sky. Saturday's matinee started with a much slower pace compared to the first two games. The Liberty were met with much more resistance at the point of attack and weren't able to break loose in transition due to the Sun's defense. But after halftime, the tables quickly turned after an 11-3 run that included three treys from Courtney Vandersloot (5'8''-PG-1989, college: Gonzaga), Breanna Stewart (6'4''-F-1994, college: UConn) and Sabrina Ionescu (5'11''-PG-1997, college: Oregon). 'I think that shows growth in us as a team, being able to make an adjustment at halftime,' Vandersloot said postgame. 'We weren't playing to the best of our ability. And it felt kinda familiar to game one [loss against the Mystics] and the difference was that we came out and made adjustments and moved the ball a little bit better.' Sandy Brondello 's team got some early buckets as a result of Stewart and Stef Dolson creating opportunities from the free throw line, assisting on buckets from teammates cutting along the baseline. They combined for six assists in the first half and Vandersloot added five assists as well. 'I think it's so important that we have passing post players too,' Vandersloot said postgame. 'So when we get the ball and they're in that kind of position, and our guards are able to make cuts and they're able to deliver, it's really hard. It puts a lot of pressure on the defense. 'That's something we'll look forward to, playing through our post players and passing in the high post and mid post.' Stewart scored a team-high 21 points with six rebounds and five assists. Vandersloot had a double-double, scoring 18 points with 10 assists. Forward Kayla Thornton played her role as a disruptor on the defensive end Saturday, logging a +19 in 26 minutes played off the bench. She matched the Sun's physicality that led to the Liberty taking the lead for good in the second half. Stewart said postgame how excited she was when she found out Thornton joined the Liberty via trade in the offseason. 'Well, first of all, when Kayla was coming to New York, I was like 'S--t this is great,' Stewart said. 'I don't have to go against her. If you've been guarded by KT it's like physical, [she's] in you' Thornton is a 'blue collar' type of player, per Stewart, and the 6-1 forward acknowledged the importance of her playing physical defense on a team that 'everybody knows' can score at will. 'That's where I come in. That's my thing,' Thornton said about her defense. Nyara Sabally (6'5''-F-2000, college: Oregon), the 2022 first-round pick, made her WNBA debut Saturday after recovering from injuries. She poured in six points and three rebounds in 14 minutes off the bench. Jonquel Jones (6'6''-C-1994, college: GWU) played just 16 minutes against her former team. She dealt with foul trouble and scored seven points on 3-of-7 shooting. The Sun went up seven early in the first and stayed in the game despite a slow start from three-time All-Star Alyssa Thomas (6'2''-F-1992, college: Maryland), who finished with just five points and eight rebounds. Brionna Jones and DeWanna Bonner had success working in the paint to start the game. The tandem exhibited nice footwork, helping an offense that didn't get a fast break point until the second half. Tiffany Hayes led the way for the Sun with 16 points on 6-of-13 shooting from the field. Brionna Jones finished with 12 points and eight rebounds while Bonner added 14 points. Courtesy of: nydailynews.com |
| WPBA |
| 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). Academic 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 Women's Premier Basketball Association. |
