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ABA LEAGUE

Round 24: Cedevita Ol. defeat SC Derby in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

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

Seventh-ranked Montenegrin SC Derby (10-14) gave a tough game to fourth ranked Slovenian Cedevita Ol. (16-7) in Ljubljana on Tuesday. Cedevita Ol. managed to secure only one-point victory 84-83. However their fans expected easier game. Cedevita Ol. made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by SC Derby helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of center Alen Omic (216-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and American guard Josh Adams (188-1993, college: Wyoming) who added 21 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Fletcher Magee (193-1996, college: Wofford) with 22 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending Slovenian champion maintains fourth position with 16-7 record. SC Derby lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Split and Zadar. Cedevita Ol. are looking forward to face Mornar (#12) in Bar in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SC Derby will play at home against FMP BG (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
One of the most interesting games of round 24 was a derby match between two teams from Montenegro. The game took place in Podgorica where third ranked Buducnost outleveled visiting Mornar (7-15) 99-78. The winners were led by French-Guinean center Alpha Kaba (208-1996) who scored that evening 16 points and 6 rebounds and Kenan Kamenjas supported him with 16 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). Even a double-double of 23 points and 12 rebounds by Serbian power forward Marko Pecarski (208-2000) did not help to save the game for Mornar. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Buducnost (17-6) have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending Montenegrin champion maintains third position having four points less than leader Partizan. Mornar at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 15 games lost. Buducnost will play against Mega BG (#6) in Beograd in the next round. Mornar will play at home against Cedevita Ol. (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
One of the most interesting games of round 24 was a derby match between two teams from Serbia. The game took place in Beograd where second ranked Crvena Zvezda won against host Mega BG (12-12) 87-78. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Mega BG. The best player for the winners was Facundo Campazzo who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 assists. Crvena Zvezda'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 Matej Rudan who recorded 15 points and 8 rebounds. Defending Serbian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just three points less than leader Partizan. Loser Mega BG keeps the sixth place with 12 games lost. Crvena Zvezda will meet Borac CA (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mega BG will play against Buducnost (#3) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 24: Partizan won against FMP BG on the opponent's court 97-91. Igokea managed to outperform Cibona in a home game 81-67. Zadar recorded a loss to MZT Skopje on the road 84-80. Split defeated Borac CA on its own court 113-99.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 23 points and 13 rebounds by Lewis Sullivan of Split.

Buducnost - Mornar 99-78

One of the most interesting games of round 24 was a derby match between two teams from Montenegro. The game took place in Podgorica where third ranked Buducnost outleveled visiting Mornar (7-15) 99-78. Buducnost dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Mornar's 40. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. The winners were led by French-Guinean center Alpha Kaba (208-1996) who scored that evening 16 points and 6 rebounds and Bosnian center Kenan Kamenjas (207-2000) supported him with 16 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). Even a double-double of 23 points and 12 rebounds by Serbian power forward Marko Pecarski (208-2000) did not help to save the game for Mornar. Croatian center Antonio Vrankovic (213-1996, college: Duke) added 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Buducnost (17-6) have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending Montenegrin champion maintains third position having four points less than leader Partizan. Mornar at the other side keeps the twelfth place with 15 games lost. Buducnost will play against Mega BG (#6) in Beograd in the next round. Mornar will play at home against Cedevita Ol. (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Buducnost: K.Kamenjas 16+6reb, A.Kaba 16+6reb, A.Lazic 11+7reb+1ast, T.Bell-Haynes 10+3reb+6ast, E.Green 9+2reb+4ast, J.O'Brien 9
Mornar: M.Pecarski 23+12reb+1ast, G.Glas 18+1reb+4ast, A.Vrankovic 15+10reb+5ast, Z.Balsa 11+1reb+4ast, P.Vujacic 3+1ast, R.Djokovic 3+1ast

Cedevita Ol. - SC Derby 84-83

Seventh-ranked Montenegrin SC Derby (10-14) gave a tough game to fourth ranked Slovenian Cedevita Ol. (16-7) in Ljubljana on Tuesday. Cedevita Ol. managed to secure only one-point victory 84-83. However their fans expected easier game. Cedevita Ol. made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by SC Derby helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of center Alen Omic (216-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and American guard Josh Adams (188-1993, college: Wyoming) who added 21 points during the contest. Five Cedevita Ol. players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Fletcher Magee (193-1996, college: Wofford) with 22 points and Nikola Pavlicevic (192-1988) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Defending Slovenian champion maintains fourth position with 16-7 record. SC Derby lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Split and Zadar. Cedevita Ol. are looking forward to face Mornar (#12) in Bar in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SC Derby will play at home against FMP BG (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cedevita Ol.: J.Adams 21+3reb+3ast, A.Omic 15+12reb+1ast, E.Muric 15+5reb+1ast, Y.Ferrell 11+2reb+2ast, Z.Dragic 11+7reb+4ast, R.Radovic 5+3reb
SC Derby: F.Magee 22+1reb+1ast, N.Pavlicevic 12+5reb+3ast, Z.Ivisic 10+1reb, A.Slavkovic 9+3reb+2ast, T.Ivisic 8+6reb+1ast, M.Dreznjak 6+1reb+3ast

Mega BG - Crvena Zvezda 78-87

One of the most interesting games of round 24 was a derby match between two teams from Serbia. The game took place in Beograd where second ranked Crvena Zvezda won against host Mega BG (12-12) 87-78. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Mega BG. Crvena Zvezda forced 19 Mega BG turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Mega BG's players. The best player for the winners was Argentinian point guard Facundo Campazzo (180-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 assists. Ognjen Dobric (200-1994) chipped in 23 points and 4 steals. Crvena Zvezda'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 Croatian Matej Rudan (208-2001) who recorded 15 points and 8 rebounds and French Malcolm Cazalon (198-2001) added 14 points and 5 assists respectively. Four Crvena Zvezda and five Mega BG players scored in double figures. Defending Serbian champion maintains second position with 19-3 record having just three points less than leader Partizan. Loser Mega BG keeps the sixth place with 12 games lost. Crvena Zvezda will meet Borac CA (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mega BG will play against Buducnost (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Crvena Zvezda: O.Dobric 23+3reb+2ast, H.Martin 16+3reb, F.Campazzo 15+3reb+11ast, F.Petrusev 12+7reb+2ast, O.Kuzmic 6+1reb, S.Lazarevic 5+1reb+2ast
Mega BG: D.Nikola 16+4reb+1ast, M.Rudan 15+8reb, M.Cazalon 14+3reb+5ast, A.Rorie 11+3reb+5ast, D.Brankovic 10+1reb+1ast, L.Cerovina 10+2reb+5ast

FMP BG - Partizan 91-97

Very expected game in Beograd where 5th ranked FMP BG (13-11) was defeated by first ranked Partizan (21-2) 97-91 on Monday. Partizan made 29-of-31 free shots (93.5 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American power forward Zach LeDay (202-1994, college: Virginia Tech) who scored 19 points and 6 rebounds (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Australian guard Dante Exum (198-1995) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). At the other side the best for losing team was Aleksa Stepanovic (206-1998) who recorded 21 points and 6 rebounds and American point guard Charlie Moore (183-1998, college: Miami, FL) added 14 points and 8 assists respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Partizan have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 21-2 record. Loser FMP BG keeps the fifth place with 11 games lost. Partizan will meet at home Igokea (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. FMP BG will play against SC Derby (#9) in Podgorica and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Partizan: Z.LeDay 19+6reb+1ast, D.Exum 16+8reb+2ast, M.Yam 14+1reb, A.Avramovic 14+3reb+2ast, J.Nunnally 11+1ast, K.Punter 11+1reb+3ast
FMP BG: A.Stepanovic 21+6reb, C.Manning Jr. 18+1reb+3ast, B.Beech 14+2reb+2ast, C.Moore 14+1reb+8ast, E.Izundu 12+5reb, M.Pavicevic 9+4reb+1ast

Igokea - Cibona 81-67

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Aleksandrovac where eleventh ranked Bosnian Igokea (9-14) defeated 10th ranked Croatian Cibona (9-15) 81-67 on Sunday. They outrebounded Cibona 38-22 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Igokea looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Bryant Crawford (191-1997, college: Wake Forest) who scored 14 points and 5 assists. Serbian power forward Stefan Djordjevic (206-1998) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Lovro Mazalin (204-1997) who recorded 10 points and 8 rebounds and guard Sven Smajlagic (196-1990) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five Igokea and four Cibona players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Igokea have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending Bosnian champion moved-up to tenth place. Defending Croatian champion Cibona dropped to the eleventh position with 15 games lost. Igokea will meet league's leader Partizan in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Cibona will play against Zadar (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Igokea: B.Crawford 14+4reb+5ast, S.Djordjevic 12+8reb+2ast, K.Kondic 12+1reb, M.Josilo 12+7reb+3ast, H.Delalic 10+8reb+4ast, S.Ognjen 9+1reb+3ast
Cibona: A.Aranitovic 16, S.Smajlagic 12+5reb+1ast, K.Radovcic 10+2ast, L.Mazalin 10+8reb+3ast, B.Kapusta 7+2reb+6ast, K.Ljubicic 5+1reb

MZT Skopje - Zadar 84-80

There was an upset when higher ranked Croatian Zadar (10-14) was defeated on the road by bottom-ranked North Macedonian MZT Skopje (5-19) 84-80 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Serbian Strahinja Micovic (205-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. American point guard Mike Caffey (183-1993, college: LBSU, agency: Players Group) chipped in 21 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Luka Bozic (200-1996) who recorded 21 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and Bosnian forward Dario Dreznjak (204-1998) added 17 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Defending North Macedonian champion maintains fourteenth position with 5-19 record. Zadar lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Split and SC Derby. MZT Skopje will meet higher ranked Split (#8) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Zadar will play against Cibona in Zagreb and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
MZT Skopje: M.Caffey 21+3reb+2ast, S.Micovic 15+11reb+2ast, K.Cook 14+2reb+2ast, A.Bursac 10+6reb+2ast, A.Abu 9+9reb, V.Stojanovski 6
Zadar: L.Bozic 21+8reb+6ast, D.Dreznjak 17+1reb+1ast, J.Davis 11+4reb, S.Campara 10+1reb+4ast, K.Zganec 7+6reb+5ast, L.Santelj 6+1reb+2ast

Split - Borac CA 113-99

Everything went according to plan when ninth ranked Croatian Split (10-14) beat at home 13th ranked Serbian Borac CA (6-18) 113-99 on Friday. Split shot 60.3 percent from the field and made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Lewis Sullivan (201-1995, college: UAB, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). Guard Dominik Mavra (195-1994) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists. Split's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Hunter Hale (192-1997, college: Winthrop) who recorded 30 points and Sava Lesic (205-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) added 17 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Five Split and four Borac CA players scored in double figures. Split moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Zadar and SC Derby. Loser Borac CA keeps the thirteenth position with 18 games lost. Split will meet at home bottom-ranked MZT Skopje (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Borac CA will play against the league's second-placed Crvena Zvezda where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Split: S.Shorter 25+3reb+1ast, L.Sullivan 23+13reb+1ast, D.Mavra 17+5reb+12ast, T.Nelson 17+5reb+6ast, L.Runjic 12+1reb+5ast, T.Vuko 10+4reb+3ast
Borac CA: H.Hale 30+3reb+2ast, D.Gagic 19+4reb, S.Lesic 17+7reb+3ast, D.Baldwin 16+1reb+7ast, B.Tomasevic 5+3reb+1ast, N.Todorovic 4+2reb+1ast

ABA League round 24 best performance: Lewis Sullivan - by Eurobasket News

American Forward Lewis Sullivan (201-F-1995, agency: BIG) had a great game in the last round for Split, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 24.
The 27-year old player had a double-double of 23 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Borac CA (#13, 6-18) 113-99. Split is placed at 8th position in ABA League. Split 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 10-14 record. Sullivan turned to be Split's top player in his first season with the team. Former University of Alabama at Birmingham star has very solid stats this year. Sullivan is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 7.4rpg) and averages impressive 60.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young Luka Bozic (200-SF-1996) of Zadar. Bozic had a very good evening with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Bad luck as Zadar was edged by the lower-ranked MZT Skopje (#14, 5-19) 84-80. Zadar managed to keep the same 7th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-14 record. Bozic is a newcomer at Zadar, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.5ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 9.4rpg and 6.2apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was Croatian center Antonio Vrankovic (213-C-1996) of Mornar (#12). Vrankovic showcased his all-around game by recording 15 points, ten rebounds and five assists in the last round. Despite Vrankovic's great performance Mornar lost 78-99 to the higher-ranked Buducnost (#3, 17-6). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Mornar not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 15 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Vrankovic could try to bring Mornar's a little bit higher in the standings. Vrankovic has a very solid season. In 21 games in ABA League he scored 9.0ppg. He also has 5.0rpg, 1.2bpg and FGP: 68.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Dominik Mavra (195-G-1994) of Split - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists
5. Facundo Campazzo (180-PG-1991) of Crvena Zvezda - 15 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists
6. Marko Pecarski (208-F/C-2000) of Mornar - 23 points and 12 rebounds
7. Hunter Hale (192-G-1997) of Borac CA - 30 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Sava Lesic (205-PF-1988) of Borac CA - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Ognjen Dobric (200-SG-1994) of Crvena Zvezda - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Alen Omic (216-C-1992) of Cedevita Ol. - 15 points and 12 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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ARGENTINA

Stats Leaders - LigaA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Thomas COOPER

La Union
(196-G-1992)
Avg: 17.8

17.8

16.6

16.5

16.1

16.1

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Manuel ALONSO

CAO Ceres
(195-PG-1999)
Avg: 19.7

19.7

19.7

19.4

18.8

18.5

Tolosa's 32-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

20-year old guard Facundo Tolosa (190-G-2002) put on an amazing game in the last round for Penarol and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 47.
He had the game-high 32 points adding six rebounds and two assists for Penarol in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Gimnasia (#3, 25-10) 80-78. Penarol is placed at 7th position in Argentinian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Penarol will need more victories to improve their 19-12 record. In the team's last game Tolosa had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Penarol and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Tolosa has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 20.8ppg) and averages solid 54.5% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Victor Perez (187-SG-2005) of Obras. He is a guard in his first season at Obras. In the last game Perez recorded impressive 24 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Obras was edged by the lower-ranked Boca Jrs. (#12, 15-17) 82-81. This loss caused Obras to drop to 8th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 19-14 record is not bad and everything may still change. Perez is a newcomer at Obras and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to Luis Colon of Argentino (#17). Colon showcased his all-around game by recording 27 points, seven rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Argentino, leading his team to a 81-58 easy win against the higher-ranked Regatas (#5, 20-12). Argentino can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 9-24 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Colon has individually a great season in Argentina. After 28 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.2ppg (best scorer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Angel Reyes (201-G/F-2002) of Gimnasia - 22 points and 9 rebounds
5. Enrique Medina (218-C-2004) of Regatas - 13 points and 8 rebounds
6. Lorenzo Benay) of San Martin - 17 points and 9 rebounds
7. Lautaro Barrios (195-F/G-2004) of Obras - 27 points and 2 rebounds
8. Santino Romegialli (204-F-2003) of Boca Jrs. - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Agustin Morales (185-G-2003) of San Lorenzo - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Marcos Chacon (194-F/G-2003) of Gimnasia - 21 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)

Solanas' 26 points give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old shooting guard Matias Solanas (192-SG-1998) had an amazing evening in the last round for San Martin and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 41.
He had the game-high 26 points adding four rebounds and two assists for San Martin in his team's victory, helping them to crush Comunicaciones (#17, 9-24) with 16-point margin 83-67. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Thanks to this victory San Martin moved-up to the 12th position in Argentinian league. San Martin 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 17-17 record. In the team's last game Solanas had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. It's his second year at San Martin and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Solanas has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (8th best: 15.5ppg) and averages solid 55.8% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Omar Canton (205-C-1982) of Atenas. He is naturalized Italian center in his second season at Atenas. In the last game Canton recorded impressive 26 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course Atenas cruised to a 96-86 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked Obera (#4, 23-12). Despite this victory they still are dead at the bottom. 29 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories Atenas managed to get this year. Canton is well-known at Atenas and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Thomas Cooper (196-G-1992) of La Union (#11). Cooper scored 25 points and passed four assists. He was a key player of La Union, leading his team to a 88-87 win against slightly lower-ranked San Martin (#12, 17-17). La Union needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 18 victories and 17 lost games. Cooper has a great season in Argentina. After 35 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.8ppg (best scorer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Yoanki Mensia (198-F-1997) of Gimnasia - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Tyrone White (201-G-1990) of Gimnasia - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Joaquin Rodriguez (198-F-1999) of Obras - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Jerome Jordan (215-C-1986) of Penarol - 12 points and 4 rebounds
8. Federico Mariani (190-G/F-1992) of Atenas - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Eric Anderson (204-F/C-1993) of Quimsa - 14 points and 7 rebounds
10. Alejandro Diez (201-F-1987) of Regatas - 14 points and 15 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)

La Liga Argentina Round 1 of Play-Offs - by Eurobasket News

GELP - Rocamora 88-86

GELP dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Rocamora's 28 and made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. 28 personal fouls committed by Rocamora helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Juan Pablo Lancieri (189-1995) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Point guard Carlos Gianella (181) contributed with 21 points and 6 assists for the winners. Guard Matias Caire (188-1999) answered with 21 points and 7 rebounds and forward Tomas Verbauwede (198-1999) added 13 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Rocamora. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Rocamora: M.Caire 21+7reb+2ast, C.Agustin 15+3reb, F.Franco 14+6reb+3ast, V.Tomas 13+10reb+2ast, M.Tarrago 9+4reb, P.Carlos 6+2reb+2ast
GELP: G.Carlos 21+1reb+6ast, F.Barroso 16+9reb+1ast, A.Moreno 16+2reb+2ast, J.Pablo Lancieri 14+9reb+6ast, H.Marcos 9+6reb+2ast, S.Yago 9+5reb

Villa Mitre - Pilar 77-68

Villa Mitre players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Point guard Jano Martinez (180-2003) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals for the winners and Federico Harina (186-1991) chipped in 27 points and 4 assists. At the losing side Greek-American forward Tommy Demogerontas (203-1997, college: IUP) responded with 26 points and American center Dishon Lowery (200-1998, college: OKBU) scored 10 points and 6 rebounds. Pilar's coach Roberto Pavlotsky rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Pilar: T.Demogerontas 26+4reb, D.Lowery 10+6reb+1ast, M.Joaquin 10+3reb+2ast, S.Franco 8+4reb+2ast, E.Gamboa 7+1reb+7ast, A.Barrionuevo 3+2reb
Villa Mitre: F.Harina 27+4reb+4ast, M.Jano 21+7reb+10ast, D.Valentin 18+13reb, G.Andres 5+1reb+4ast, J.Bollo 4+5reb+1ast, I.Manuel 2+2reb+1ast

Echague - Rivadavia 70-59

Guard Federico Gonzalez (183-1988) stepped up and scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and forward Bautista Fernandez (195-2001) chipped in 17 points. Four Echague players scored in double figures. Echague's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the losing side power forward Tobias Cravero (197-1999) responded with 21 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Stefano Arancibia (176-1997) scored 11 points.
Top scorers:
Rivadavia: T.Cravero 21+9reb+1ast, S.Arancibia 11+4reb+2ast, J.Underwood 8+5reb+1ast, G.Francese 4+5reb+1ast, V.Lautaro 4+5reb+1ast, A.Alejo 3+3reb
Echague: F.Bautista 17+3reb+1ast, F.Gonzalez 14+5reb+5ast, L.Ruiz Moreno 11+8reb+2ast, I.Zulberti 10+3reb, F.Carulla 8+5reb, F.Joaquin 6+4reb

Jachal - Salta Basket 80-101

Salta Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Jachal's 36. They outrebounded Jachal 42-26 including 34 on the defensive glass. Salta Basket players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Nasif Farah stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and Facundo Arias Binda (192-1993) chipped in 10 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Salta Basket players scored in double figures. At the losing side Ismael Sarruff (, agency: BIG) responded with 25 points and power forward Nicolas Gimenez (203-1994, agency: BIG) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Jachal: S.Ismael 25+1reb+1ast, N.Gimenez 15+6reb+3ast, L.Tambucci 13+4reb+1ast, C.Juan 9+6reb+8ast, H.Wilkerson 6+1reb, L.Cabanas 5+4reb+3ast
Salta Basket: Y.Cuenca 19+4reb+3ast, F.Nasif 17+11reb+1ast, E.Gonzalez 15+2reb+2ast, P.Diego 14+4reb+2ast, C.Linares 12+3reb+4ast, A.Binda Facundo 10+9reb+8ast

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AUSTRIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Zach COOKS

UBSC Graz
(175-PG-)
Avg: 23.4

23.4

22.0

21.7

20.8

20.3

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AZERBAIJAN

ABL Round 26 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game of round 26 was a home defeat of 4th ranked Xirdalan (16-8) to third ranked Gence (17-7) 94-83. It ended the six-game winning streak of Xirdalan. Gence looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The former international power forward Amil Hamzayev (204-1990, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) scored 24 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Collin Turner (185-1995, college: Angelo St.) chipped in 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. American power forward Andrew Corum (201-1997, college: Virginia St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. Gence have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Sabah. Xirdalan at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost.
Eighth-ranked Olimpic Sheki (2-22) gave a tough game to fifth ranked Serhedci (14-10) in Baku. Serhedci managed to secure only three-point victory 94-91. However their fans expected easier game. Americans were the main players on the court. Power forward Michael Diggins (207-1998, college: UIC) notched a double-double by scoring 24 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and Maxwell Starwood supported him with 35 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Serhedci's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a triple-double of 17 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists by point guard Larry Robinson III (182-1999, college: New Orleans) did not help to save the game for Olimpic Sheki. Serhedci maintains fifth position with 14-10 record. Olimpic Sheki lost nineteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 22 lost games.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Baku: Sabah (#2) and Neftci (#6). Neftci was defeated at home 68-80 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The best player for the winners was Kamran Mammadov who scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Mohsen Moradxani produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) for the hosts. Sabah maintains second position with 17-7 record behind leader NTD, which they share with Gence. Loser Neftci keeps the sixth place with 16 games lost.

In the last game of round 26 NTD destroyed Zirve on the opponent's court 112-92.

Serhedci - Olimpic Sheki 94-91

Eighth-ranked Olimpic Sheki (2-22) gave a tough game to fifth ranked Serhedci (14-10) in Baku. Serhedci managed to secure only three-point victory 94-91. However their fans expected easier game. Americans were the main players on the court. Power forward Michael Diggins (207-1998, college: UIC) notched a double-double by scoring 24 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and center Maxwell Starwood (203-1997, college: William Carey, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) supported him with 35 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Serhedci's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a triple-double of 17 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists by point guard Larry Robinson III (182-1999, college: New Orleans) did not help to save the game for Olimpic Sheki. Power forward Davante Cooper (208-1994, college: WSU) added 29 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Five Olimpic Sheki players scored in double figures. Serhedci maintains fifth position with 14-10 record. Olimpic Sheki lost nineteenth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 22 lost games.
Top scorers:
Olimpic Sheki: D.Cooper 29+5reb+1ast, L.Robinson III 17+11reb+10ast, D.Tsivtsivadze 15+3reb+5ast, A.Hajiyev 11+10reb+8ast, A.Whitsett 10+8reb, A.Tarlan 6+5reb+1ast
Serhedci: M.Starwood 35+7reb+1ast, B.Miller 28+4reb+7ast, M.Diggins 24+15reb+6ast, A.Azar 3+2reb, T.Blackmon 2+2reb+1ast, J.Hasanli 2+4reb+2ast

Neftci - Sabah 68-80

Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Baku: Sabah (#2) and Neftci (#6). Neftci was defeated at home 68-80 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Sabah looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Kamran Mammadov (187-2000) who scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward AJ Patty (204-1995, college: MSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds. Iranian center Mohsen Moradxani (213-1990) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and Ukrainian guard Yuri Kondrakov (191-1996, agency: BIG) added 17 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists respectively for the hosts. Sabah maintains second position with 17-7 record behind leader NTD, which they share with Gence. Loser Neftci keeps the sixth place with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Neftci: M.Moradxani 23+16reb, Y.Kondrakov 17+5reb+12ast, D.Lomidze 13+5reb+2ast, Z.Gushanov 6+6reb, N.Nijat 4+1ast, E.Mirzayev 3+2reb+1ast
Sabah: K.Mammadov 19+7reb+5ast, K.Crane 14+3reb+5ast, A.Patty 11+12reb+2ast, F.Niftaliyev 10+3ast, C.Rohlehr 8+3reb, M.Edwards 8+5reb+2ast

Zirve - NTD 92-112

Very expected game in Baku where 7th ranked Zirve (4-20) was crushed by first ranked NTD (18-6) 112-92 on Wednesday. NTD dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Zirve's 38. NTD forced 21 Zirve turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Zirve's players. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was guard Bryson Robinson (193-1998, college: New Orleans) who scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Guard Jeremy Hayes (193-1997, college: Angelo St.) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Five NTD players scored in double figures. Guard Darin Johnson (195-1995, college: CSUN) produced 30 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Russhard Cruickshank (183, college: EKU) added 23 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. NTD have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 18-6 record. Zirve lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 20 games lost.
Top scorers:
Zirve: D.Johnson 30+6reb+1ast, R.Cruickshank 23+8reb+6ast, Z.Pashayev 13+6reb+4ast, L.Gogaladze 8+3reb+2ast, J.Henderson 7+4reb+3ast, T.Clayton 6+5reb
NTD: Z.Hudson 17+3reb+4ast, B.Robinson 17+6reb+8ast, J.Hayes 17+4reb+4ast, Q.Campbell 15+7reb+3ast, L.King 12+8reb+1ast, E.Shirzadov 10+5reb+3ast

Xirdalan - Gence 83-94

The most interesting game of round 26 was a home defeat of 4th ranked Xirdalan (16-8) to third ranked Gence (17-7) 94-83. It ended the six-game winning streak of Xirdalan. Gence looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The former international power forward Amil Hamzayev (204-1990, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) scored 24 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Collin Turner (185-1995, college: Angelo St.) chipped in 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. American power forward Andrew Corum (201-1997, college: Virginia St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds and his fellow American import swingman Damon McDowell (193, college: NC-Wesleyan) scored 21 points and 4 assists. Five Gence and four Xirdalan players scored in double figures. Gence have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Sabah. Xirdalan at the other side keeps the fourth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Xirdalan: D.McDowell 21+4reb+4ast, A.Corum 19+13reb+1ast, A.Adams 14+12reb+1ast, F.Alakbarov 11+4reb, R.Caleb 8+1reb+6ast, R.Guliyev 7+3reb+1ast
Gence: A.Hamzayev 24+6reb+6ast, C.Turner 24+5reb+6ast, J.Madrid-Andrews 21+9reb+3ast, J.Gaddy 11+3reb+8ast, J.Akbarov 11+10reb+2ast, A.Mammadov 3+2reb

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Nihad Djedovic extends his stay with Unicaja until 2025 - by Eurobasket News

After the renewals of Kendrick Perry (183-PG-1992, college: YSU), Tyler Kalinoski (193-SG-1992, college: Davidson), and head coach Ibon Navarro, Unicaja Malaga announced the contract extension with Nihad Djedovic (197-SF-1990). The Bosnian forward, who occupies a position of a player trained in the country after passing through the FC Barcelona youth academy, will stay at Unicaja for the next two seasons until 2025. Djedovic arrived in Malaga last summer from Bayern Munich, where he played for nine years. At 33 years of age, Djedovic is averaging a solid 8,12 points, 2,7 rebounds, 1,3 assists, and 1,1 steals over the 32 games he has played in his first season at the club from Malaga. After winning Copa del Rey, Djedovic is on the verge of the Basketball Champions League Final Four with Unicaja, as his side defeated UCAM Murcia in the first quarterfinals game.
Courtesy of: eurohoops.net

Round 1 of Quarter-Finals. Strasbourg, Jerusalem, Tenerife and Unicaja take leads - by Eurobasket News

Bonn - Strasbourg 76-77

SIG Strasbourg had a 29-16 advantage in offensive rebounds. American point guard Marcus Keene (178-1995, college: CMU) fired 26 points for the winners. His fellow American import guard DeAndre Lansdowne (188-1989, college: Fort Lewis) chipped in 14 points. American-North Macedonian point guard TJ Shorts (175-1997, college: UC Davis) produced 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Chilean-German Sebastian Herrera (193-1997) added 12 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Telekom Baskets' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Strasbourg: M.Keene 26+3reb+2ast, D.Lansdowne 14+4reb+2ast, P.Lacombe 8+6reb+2ast, T.Frazier 8+1reb+1ast, L.Cavaliere 6+8reb+1ast, R.Kurucs 6+6reb+2ast
Bonn: T.Shorts 24+5reb+6ast, C.Malcolm 13+2reb, S.Herrera 12+1reb+5ast, J.Hawkins 7+1ast, T.Ward 5+2reb+2ast, M.Kessens 5+5reb+1ast

H.Jerusalem - AEK 64-55

American point guard Kenneth Smith (190-1993, college: Louisiana Tech) stepped up and scored 20 points for the winners and his fellow American import swingman Levi Randolph (196-1992, college: Alabama, agency: Slash Sports) chipped in 12 points. At the losing side Panamanian-American center Akil Mitchell (206-1992, college: Virginia) responded with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and American guard Kenny Williams III (193-1996, college: UNC, agency: Slash Sports) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
H.Jerusalem: K.Smith 20+4reb+3ast, L.Randolph 12+4reb, K.Carrington 8+1reb+2ast, O.Cornelius 8+3reb, M.Mejeris 7+6reb+2ast, B.Brown 3+1reb+2ast
AEK: K.Williams III 18+5reb+2ast, A.Mitchell 12+7reb+7ast, I.Miles 7+6reb, V.Jankovic 7+5reb+2ast, K.Papadakis 5, D.Flionis 4+2reb+3ast

Tenerife - Manresa 91-84

Tenerife made 19-of-24 charity shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Manresa was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of Brazilian-Italian point guard Marcelinho Huertas (191-1983) who helped to win the game recording 13 points and 9 assists. Georgian center Giorgi Shermadini (217-1989, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Five Tenerife players scored in double figures. American point guard Jerrick Harding (185-1998, college: Weber St.) answered with 21 points and the other American import forward Devin Robinson (203-1995, college: Florida) added 15 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Manresa. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Tenerife: G.Shermadini 18+6reb, S.Salin 16+4reb+1ast, B.Fitipaldo 16+3ast, M.Huertas 13+3reb+9ast, T.Abromaitis 11+6reb, F.Guerra 6+4reb+1ast
Manresa: J.Harding 21+2reb+2ast, D.Robinson 15+6reb+2ast, A.Waczynski 12+3reb+1ast, B.Badio 8+2reb+1ast, M.Geben 6+2reb+2ast, D.Perez 5+1reb+5ast

Unicaja - Murcia 83-67

Guard Dario Brizuela (188-1994) stepped up and scored 19 points for the winners and Bosnian-German Nihad Djedovic (197-1990) chipped in 10 points. At the losing side Ukrainian center Artem Pustovyi (219-1992) responded with 11 points and Montenegrin power forward Nemanja Radovic (208-1991) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Unicaja: D.Brizuela 19+3reb+3ast, N.Djedovic 10+3reb+2ast, K.Perry 9+3reb+2ast, D.Kravish 8+3reb, J.Barreiro 8+3reb+1ast, W.Thomas 8+4reb+2ast
Murcia: A.Pustovyi 11+3reb+1ast, N.Radovic 10+5reb, R.Andronikashvili 9+3reb+2ast, T.McFadden 9+2reb+1ast, T.Trice II 6+3reb+1ast, I.Diop 6+4reb+1ast

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BELARUS

Stats Leaders - Premier League

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Siarhei VABISHCHEVICH

Impu.
(191-G-1988)
Avg: 17.7

17.7

17.7

17.0

16.1

15.7

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BELGIUM

Avery Woodson (ex Antwerp) is a newcomer at Giants - by Hugh McAuliffe

Nelson Giants (NBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 29-year old American point guard Avery Woodson (188cm-82kg-1993, college: Butler) for season 2023.
He played this past season at Telenet Giants Antwerp in Belgian Pro Basketball League. In 6 games he recorded 12.7ppg, 2.2rpg and 2.7apg. He also played 4 games in BNXT League where he averaged 9.8ppg, 3.3rpg, 3.5apg and 1.8spg. The previous season he played at Kyiv Basket in Ukrainian Superleague. In 26 games he had 12.2ppg, 3.6rpg and 2.8apg. He also played 11 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he got 11.4ppg, 3.0rpg and 2.5apg.
Woodson is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Canada (Saskatchewan), Finland (Kouvot and Ura Basket), Greece (Panionios), Sweden (Boras) and The Basketball Tournament (Broad Street B.).
His team was regular season runner-up in Big East in 2017.
Woodson graduated from Butler University in 2017 and it will be his sixth season as a professional player. He played also for University of Memphis for 2 years.

Hugo Deneve claims Belgian Top Division I Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Hugo Deneve (197-F-1999) put on an amazing game in the last round for Neufchateau and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Top Division I Player of the Week award for round 7 (Second Stage).
The 23-year old forward had a double-double of 23 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team outclassed Kontich (#6, 1-4) with 31-point margin 100-69. Neufchateau is placed at 3rd position in Belgian Top Division I. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Neufchateau will need more victories to improve their 4-3 record. In the team's last game Deneve had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Neufchateau, through which he has constantly improved. Hugo Deneve averages this season 16.1ppg and 7.4rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young power forward Sander Van Caeneghem (206-PF-1995) of second-ranked LDP Donza. Van Caeneghem impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 30 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as LDP Donza was edged by the lower-ranked Giants B (#6, 3-4) 90-88. LDP Donza managed to keep the same second spot in Play-Ups. His team's 5-2 record is not bad at all. Van Caeneghem is a newcomer at LDP Donza and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was Seppe Willems (202-PF-1999) of Giants B (#6). Willems scored 21 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Giants B, leading his team to a 90-88 win against the higher-ranked LDP Donza (#2, 5-2). The chances of Giants B ranking at the top of Play-Ups, however are very questionable as they have already lost 4 games, recording just three victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Willems could help Giants B to bring them higher in the standings. Willems has a very solid season. In 20 games in Belgium he scored 15.2ppg. He also has 7.2rpg and FGP: 59.3%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nicolas Sturam (185-G-1991) of Neufchateau - 31 points
5. Niels De Ridder (195-PF-2001) of Kortrijk - 18 points and 13 rebounds
6. Nashaun Ellis (198-F-2000) of Spirou B - 15 points and 6 rebounds
7. Noah Meeusen (189-G-2005) of Giants B - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Maxime Verspeeten (192-F-1994) of Waregem - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Nikolas Tomsick (183-G-1991) of Kortrijk - 27 points and 3 assists
10. Anael Ahanda (196-C-1995) of Royal Brussels - 15 points and 11 rebounds

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

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BOSNIA

D1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Eman SERTOVIC

Promo
(196-G-1999)
Avg: 21.8

21.8

21.0

20.5

20.3

18.6

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BRAZIL

Stats Leaders - BNL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dexter MCCLANAHAN

Fort.
(193-F/G-1997)
Avg: 21.3

21.3

17.8

17.8

17.3

17.0

Pinda adds Feliciano to their roster - by Paulo Freire

Basquete Pinda (CBB) added to their roster 22-year old point guard Raphael Feliciano (173cm-80kg-2000). Feliciano played last summer at Campo Mourao Basquete/Asse\ rcam/Fecam U20 team in the LDB U20. In 10 games he recorded 6.7ppg, 3.3rpg, 4.6apg and 1.1spg.
He has played previously for Curitiba.
Feliciano helped his team to make it to the Liga Ouro Semifinals in 2019.

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BULGARIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ishmael EL-AMIN

Shumen
(190-G-)
Avg: 23.2

23.2

21.4

19.5

18.3

18.2

NBL Round 26: Levski is defeated by CSKA in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 5 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Sofia: CSKA (#3) and Levski (#6). CSKA (17-8) won against visiting Levski (12-13) 77-72. Naturalized American guard Brandon Young (192-1991, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) scored 18 points to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Martin Sotirov (201-1999, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. CSKA's coach Georgi Davidov used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Ukrainian power forward Sergiy Pavlov (209-1997, agency: BIG) responded with 19 points and 8 rebounds. CSKA have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted CSKA maintains third position with 17-8 record having seven points less than leader Rilski. Levski lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 13 games lost. CSKA are looking forward to face Beroe (#7) in Stara Zagora in the next round. Levski will play on the road against Cherno More in Varna and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Botevgrad. Second ranked host Balkan (18-7) defeated 4th ranked Chernomorets (16-10) 92-88. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Chernomorets. Chilean-Spanish center Manny Suarez (208-1993, college: Creighton) notched 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Paul Jackson supported him with 16 points and 8 assists. Balkan's coach Toni Dechev allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a double-double of 15 points and 14 rebounds by South Sudanese power forward Makol Mawien (206-1996, college: Kansas St.) did not help to save the game for Chernomorets. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-7 record having six points less than leader Rilski. Chernomorets at the other side keeps the fourth place with ten games lost. Balkan will play against Yambol (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chernomorets will have a break next round.
Bottom-ranked Shumen managed to get a sixth victory on Wednesday night. This time they edged ninth-ranked Yambol 83-80. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was Ishmael El-Amin who scored 29 points and 6 rebounds. Trey Sampson produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds for the hosts. Shumen maintains eleventh position with 6-20 record. Yambol lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 18 games lost. Shumen will meet higher ranked Spartak Pleven (#5) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Yambol will play against the league's second-placed Balkan (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.

In the last two games of round 26 Rilski won against Beroe on the opponent's court 114-100. Spartak Pleven managed to outperform Cherno More in a home game 102-87.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 29 points by Thatch Unruh of Cherno More.

Yambol - Shumen 80-83

Bottom-ranked Shumen managed to get a sixth victory on Wednesday night. This time they edged ninth-ranked Yambol 83-80. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was guard Ishmael El-Amin (190, college: URI) who scored 29 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Rey Idowu (206, college: Tulsa) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Trey Sampson (206-2000, college: UAPB) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds and guard Cameron Burhannon (190-1995, college: Livingstone) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Shumen and five Yambol players scored in double figures. Shumen maintains eleventh position with 6-20 record. Yambol lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 18 games lost. Shumen will meet higher ranked Spartak Pleven (#5) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Yambol will play against the league's second-placed Balkan (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Shumen: I.El-Amin 29+6reb+2ast, R.Idowu 20+10reb+1ast, A.Sekulov 17+8reb+5ast, G.Kenderov 13+3reb+4ast, N.Nikolov 4+5reb+2ast, R.Vasilev 0+1reb
Yambol: T.Sampson 24+12reb, C.Burhannon 14+5reb+1ast, A.Matushev 11+5reb+1ast, P.Marinov 10+3reb+3ast, G.Georgi 10+3reb+4ast, D.Morris 6+5reb+2ast

Balkan - Chernomorets 92-88

The game between Top Four teams took place in Botevgrad. Second ranked host Balkan (18-7) defeated 4th ranked Chernomorets (16-10) 92-88. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Chernomorets. Balkan made 18-of-20 charity shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Strangely Chernomorets outrebounded Balkan 41-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. Chilean-Spanish center Manny Suarez (208-1993, college: Creighton) notched 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and American guard Paul Jackson (188-1996, college: EMU) supported him with 16 points and 8 assists. Jackson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Balkan's coach Toni Dechev allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a double-double of 15 points and 14 rebounds by South Sudanese power forward Makol Mawien (206-1996, college: Kansas St.) did not help to save the game for Chernomorets. Canadian point guard Munis Tutu (184-1996, college: Carleton) added 15 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Defending champion maintains second position with 18-7 record having six points less than leader Rilski. Chernomorets at the other side keeps the fourth place with ten games lost. Balkan will play against Yambol (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chernomorets will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Balkan: M.Suarez 23+8reb, D.Dimitrov 18+7reb+1ast, P.Ivanov 17+1reb+2ast, P.Jackson 16+3reb+8ast, N.Grozev 8+1reb+2ast, D.Adel 6+4reb+2ast
Chernomorets: G.Boyanov 22+5reb, J.Tucker 19+6reb+1ast, M.Mawien 15+14reb, M.Tutu 15+8reb+5ast, S.Lepichev 9+4reb+2ast, N.Titkov 6+3ast

Beroe - Rilski 100-114

Very expected game in Stara Zagora where 7th ranked Beroe (12-14) was defeated by first ranked Rilski (23-3) 114-100 on Wednesday. Rilski shot 62.1 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Beroe's players. The best player for the winners was the former international Chavdar Kostov (196-1988, agency: BIG) who scored 26 points and 4 assists. The former international point guard Deyan Karamfilov (180-1994, agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 assists. American swingman Darious Hall (201-1997, college: Cent Arkansas) produced 22 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import guard Kelsey Barlow (196-1991, college: UIC) added 20 points respectively for the hosts. Five Rilski and four Beroe players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rilski maintains first position with 23-3 record. Loser Beroe keeps the seventh place with 14 games lost. Rilski will meet Akademik P. (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Beroe will play against CSKA in Sofia and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rilski: C.Kostov 26+4ast, D.Karamfilov 14+2reb+10ast, E.Battey 14+5reb+3ast, D.Wiggins 14+5reb, M.Vasov 13+1reb+1ast, Y.Aleksandar 10+4reb+6ast
Beroe: D.Hall 22+9reb+5ast, K.Barlow 20+1reb+1ast, A.Todorovic 18+4reb, D.Ivanov 15+4ast, R.Georgiev 8+2reb+1ast, M.Stefanov 8+1reb+1ast

CSKA - Levski 77-72

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Sofia: CSKA (#3) and Levski (#6). CSKA (17-8) won against visiting Levski (12-13) 77-72. Naturalized American guard Brandon Young (192-1991, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) scored 18 points to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Martin Sotirov (201-1999, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. CSKA's coach Georgi Davidov used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Ukrainian power forward Sergiy Pavlov (209-1997, agency: BIG) responded with 19 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Alan Arnett (196-1994, college: GSW, agency: BIG) scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Four Levski players scored in double figures. CSKA have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Newly promoted CSKA maintains third position with 17-8 record having seven points less than leader Rilski. Levski lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 13 games lost. CSKA are looking forward to face Beroe (#7) in Stara Zagora in the next round. Levski will play on the road against Cherno More in Varna and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
CSKA: B.Young 18+4reb+3ast, M.Sotirov 13+7reb+3ast, D.Zekovic 11+7reb, A.Simeonov 10+3reb, Z.Knowles 8+7reb+2ast, V.Petkov 5+1ast
Levski: A.Arnett 21+5reb+1ast, S.Pavlov 19+8reb+2ast, Z.Georgiev 13+3reb+2ast, J.Florveus 10+6reb, L.Dimitrov 5+4reb+5ast, A.Velikov 2+2reb+2ast

Spartak Pleven - Cherno More 102-87

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Spartak Pleven (14-12) defeated at home 10th ranked Cherno More (6-19) 102-87 on Wednesday. Spartak Pleven looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Cadarian Raines (205-1990, college: Virginia Tech, agency: BIG) who scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. The former international swingman Nikolay Stoyanov (194-1994) chipped in 18 points. Spartak Pleven's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American Thatch Unruh (196-1994, college: Cent Arkansas, agency: BIG) produced 29 points and guard Martin Kotsev (195-1998, agency: BIG) added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Spartak Pleven maintains fifth position with 14-12 record. Cherno More lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 19 games lost. Spartak Pleven will meet at home bottom-ranked Shumen (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Cherno More will play against Levski and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Spartak Pleven: N.Stoyanov 18+2reb+1ast, M.Marinov 17+3reb, C.Raines 16+6reb+3ast, T.Chernokojev 14+4reb+3ast, S.Haynes-Jones 9+2reb+7ast, N.Marinov 9+2reb+8ast
Cherno More: T.Unruh 29+4reb+3ast, S.Ivan 18+3reb+1ast, M.Kotsev 13+8reb+7ast, T.Kurtev 12+1reb, J.Martin 6+7reb+3ast, K.Lazarov 4+1ast

Radoslav Kolev claims Bulgarian BBL Division A weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Radoslav Kolev (199-C-1988) had a very impressive game in the last round for Polytechnica and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents BBL Division A Player of the Week award for round 25.
The 34-year old center had a double-double of 33 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Voltron (#12, 0-21) with 50-point margin 120-70. Polytechnica maintains the 6th position in their group in Bulgarian BBL Division A. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Polytechnica will need more victories to improve their 12-8 record. In the team's last game Kolev had a remarkable 59.3% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Radoslav Kolev averages this season 8.1ppg and 5.3rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young forward Ivo Slavchev (200-F-1990) of Enigma Fireworks. Slavchev impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 26 points and 14 rebounds. Of course he led Enigma Fireworks to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Pravets (#9, 7-13) 84-57. Enigma Fireworks' 7th position in West has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-11 record. Slavchev is one of the most experienced players at Enigma Fireworks and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Georgi Hristov (195-G/F-1996) of Fab Five BUBA (#3). Hristov scored 26 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Fab Five BUBA, leading his team to a 113-49 easy win against the lower-ranked Mix (#10, 6-15). Fab Five BUBA needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in West. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 6 lost games. Hristov has a great season in Bulgaria. After 20 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.0ppg (6th best) and rebounds with 6.1rpg (5th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Georgi Krastev (195-SF-1994) of Fab Five BUBA - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Omar Al-Ayubi (198-F-1991) of Polytechnica - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Kiril Raykov (197-G/F-1987) of Enigma Fireworks - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Martin Rusev (188-G-2004) of CSKA 2 - 22 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists
8. Georgi Mitrovski (201-F-1998) of Fab Five BUBA - 19 points and 12 rebounds
9. Danail Hristov (198-F/C-1990) of Pravets - 24 points and 13 rebounds
10. Martin Petrov (182-PG-2001) of Polytechnica - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 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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National League Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

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BPG

Samuel O''GARRO

Sol B
(195-G-1988)
Avg: 31.6

31.6

30.0

28.0

26.7

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Cvitkovic Named President of Brampton Honey Badgers - by Eurobasket News

The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) and the Ottawa BlackJacks announced Wednesday that BlackJacks team president Michael Cvitkovic is leaving the club to accept the same position with the Brampton Honey Badgers, effective May 1. The vacancy in Brampton is the result of Honey Badgers team president John Lashway being appointed Deputy Commissioner of the CEBL by Commissioner and Co-Founder Mike Morreale on Wednesday. While the CEBL begins a search for Cvitkovic's replacement in Ottawa, league officials will support BlackJacks staff with the day-to-day operation of the club. BlackJacks executive Carrie McKay is being promoted to Senior Vice President and Marika Guerin is being promoted to Senior Director, Communications and Community. Both have been with the franchise since its inception. "I have cherished the privilege of leading the BlackJacks since the team launched in November of 2019 and am proud of our many accomplishments in the community and on the basketball court," said Cvitkovic. "The opportunity in Brampton is special to me because it is located much closer to our family home in Whitby, because the Honey Badgers are where I began my time in the CEBL in 2019, and because the opportunity to build on the success my long-time colleague John Lashway established with that championship franchise is highly appealing." Under Cvitkovic's leadership, Ottawa launched as the first expansion franchise of the CEBL. The team has advanced to the playoff semifinals in each of its first three seasons. In 2022, the BlackJacks collaborated with Ottawa Tourism to host a successful CEBL Championship Weekend. As the global pandemic progressed, the BlackJacks were the first professional sports team in Ontario to welcome back a paid attendance at the Arena at TD Place on July 17, 2021, when they defeated the defending champion Edmonton Stingers, 79-74, on national television. With strategic partnerships including the City of Ottawa and the Eastern Ontario Basketball Association, in addition to numerous blue-chip sponsors joining the team's corporate roster, the BlackJacks have built the foundation for long-term success. In addition to naming Lashway, who served the dual role of Honey Badgers president and CEBL executive vice president, its Deputy Commissioner, the CEBL appointed league vice president Josh Knoester to be Chief Operating Officer. Morreale, Lashway and Knoester have led the development of the CEBL from a six-team startup to a 10-team FIBA affiliated league licensed by Canada Basketball considered to be among the best of the 200 FIBA leagues around the world. "The demands resulting from the continuous growth of the CEBL, several prominent ownership groups having invested in the league the past 18 months, and more growth on the horizon, calls for an enhanced leadership structure within our league office to leverage opportunities and continue to thrive," said Morreale. "John Lashway and Josh Knoester have played crucial roles since the beginning that has enabled us to grow through the pandemic and position us for further growth year after year. Our league staff is recognized domestically and internationally for its excellence, and Knoester and Lashway have been instrumental in creating and sustaining that reputation." In addition to leading the Ottawa BlackJacks, Cvitkovic has overseen broadcasting for the CEBL, installed NBA-level communications practices, and was also central to the league navigating through the pandemic. He and Lashway worked together for six seasons with the Toronto Raptors.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com

EJ Onu roaring to return to River Lions - by Eurobasket News

EJ Onu (6'11''-F-1999, college: Shawnee St.), a towering force to be reckoned with under the basket who set a Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) record for blocks per game, is eager to add another entry to his resume in his second season with the Niagara River Lions: EJ Onu, CEBL champion. On Tuesday, the 6-foot-11, 240-power forward from Richmond Heights, Ohio, northeast of Cleveland, became the third player signed by the River Lions ahead of their fifth season in the spring-summer pro league. Onu, the 2022 CEBL defensive player of the year, rejoins forward Antonio (AJ) Davis and guard Phil Scrubb on a Niagara team that is also bringing back general manager-head coach Victor Raso . Onu recently completed his second season in the NBA G League playing 13 games with the Santa Cruz, Calif., Warriors after starting the campaign seeing action in 11 games with the Memphis Hustle. The graduate of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Division I Shawnee State, Portsmouh, Ohio, is looking forward to be back on the court, and back in Niagara. 'I'm very excited to be returning to the River Lions. The Niagara community, the fans and the entire organization are top-notch, and I look forward to building on the success of last season to work toward our ultimate goal of a championship.' Onu averaged 3.2 blocks per game in 16 games with the River Lions last season, setting a league record. He averaged 9.5 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. Raso is 'very excited' to continuing working with Onu. 'He is an incredibly talented basketball player with a very unique skillset, as well as an eagerness to improve,' Raso said. 'EJ will play a massive role in our championship hunt in 2023 and I can't wait to have him back in Niagara.' In 2022, Onu averaged two points, two rebounds and 0.8 blocks in five games with the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA Summer League before returning to the Niagara lineup. He averaged 12.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 4.2 blocks per game in four seasons at Shawnee State before turning pro. Besides being named the Mid-South Conference's top defensive player three years in a row, Onu helped the school capture an NAIA championship in his senior year. He finished his collegiate career as Shawnee State's all-time leader in blocks with 529. Onu played four games for the Dallas Mavericks' Summer League team after going undrafted in the 2021 NBA draft. Niagara tips off the 20-game schedule on the road Friday, May 26, against the Montreal Alliance. After visiting the Calgary Surge and Edmonton Stingers, they host the Saskatchewan Rattlers in their home opener on Saturday, June 3, at Meridian Centre in St. Catharines.
Courtesy of: niagarafallsreview.ca

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LNB Round 19: Los Leones are defeated by Las Animas - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game between second ranked Los Leones (14-3) and eighth ranked Las Animas (10-8) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Los Leones were defeated by Las Animas in a tough game in Valdivia 82-88. It was a great evening for American forward Shawn Glover (201-1990, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) helped adding 18 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side American power forward Markus Kennedy (206-1991, college: SMU) responded with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Las Animas moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Valdivia. Los Leones at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. Las Animas is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Temuco (#15) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Los Leones will play against Puerto Varas (#10) and are hoping to win this game.
LNB top team - Concepcion (18-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat fifteenth ranked Temuco (1-17) 78-60. It was a quality performance for international point guard Diego Silva (186) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Evandro Arteaga accounted for 19 points. Brazilian power forward Diego Dias Silva (207-1990) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds for Temuco in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Undefeated Concepcion have an impressive series of eighteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-0 record. Temuco lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 17 lost games. Concepcion will play against Castro (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Temuco will play against Las Animas (#7) to get more than just one victory in their record.
LNB top team - Concepcion (18-0) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed thirteenth ranked Espanol T. (4-10) in Talca 121-65. Jerry Evans fired 28 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Davon Haynes produced 24 points and 8 rebounds 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. The victory was the eighteenth consecutive win for Concepcion. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-0 record. Espanol T. lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with ten games lost. Concepcion will meet Castro (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Espanol T. will play against Puente Alto (#4) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 19: Castro won against Quilicura on the opponent's court 90-72. Espanol O. managed to outperform Catolica in a home game 82-69. Espanol T. was rolled over Puerto Montt on the road 114-88. Puerto Varas crushed Tinguiririca on its own court 103-78.

Quilicura - Castro 72-90

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Quilicura (9-8) was defeated at home by ninth ranked Castro (9-8) 90-72 on Sunday. Castro made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Castro made 7 blocks. Gabriel Diaz (-1999) fired 28 points and 4 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. American swingman Sean Lloyd (196-1996, college: SIU) chipped in 21 points and 6 rebounds. Castro's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward Chris Perry (203-1994, college: LMU) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 18 rebounds and the former international guard Pablo Coro (190-1990, college: BYU-Hawaii) added 20 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!) respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Castro moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Quilicura. Castro will meet at home league's leader Concepcion in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Quilicura will play against Tinguiririca (#14) in San Fernando and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Quilicura: P.Coro 20+2ast, C.Perry 14+18reb+1ast, F.Schuler 12+3reb+2ast, D.Arcos 12+8reb+2ast, R.Gatica 6+5reb+3ast, M.Ricardo 6+2reb
Castro: G.Diaz 28+4reb+4ast, S.Lloyd 21+6reb+3ast, C.Bryan 15+15reb, G.Hermosillas 12+2reb, L.Merida 5+4reb, R.Cardenas 3+1ast

Espanol O. - Catolica 82-69

Very predictable result when sixth ranked Espanol O. (11-9) defeated at home 11th ranked Catolica (5-13) 82-69 on Sunday. Espanol O. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. Power forward Anthony Lee (206-1991, college: Ohio St., agency: BIG) fired 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward DeAndre Daniels (206-1992, college: UConn, agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Espanol O. players scored in double figures. Forward TJ Robinson (203-1989, college: LBSU) produced 19 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Manny Payton (183-1997, college: FSU) added 18 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Espanol O.. They moved-up to fifth place. Catolica lost their third game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Puerto Montt. Espanol O. will meet Valdivia (#6) on the road in the next round. Catolica will play against Puerto Montt (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Catolica: T.Robinson 19+8reb+3ast, M.Payton 18+1reb+1ast, S.Deiker 9+4reb+3ast, A.Pablo 8+7reb+3ast, L.Cifuentes 8+3reb+1ast, D.Vicente 3+1ast
Espanol O.: A.Lee 21+9reb+3ast, C.Lauler 18+3reb+2ast, D.Daniels 14+10reb+5ast, N.Zurschmitten 11+5reb+7ast, H.Gomez 11+2reb+2ast, J.Cardenas 3+1reb+1ast

Puerto Montt - Espanol T. 114-88

There was a minor upset when their close opponent Espanol T. (4-10) was rolled over on the road by thirteenth ranked Puerto Montt (5-13) 114-88 on Sunday. Puerto Montt outrebounded Espanol T. 49-34 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American Reggie Baker (193-1993, college: BCU) fired 39 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. His fellow American import forward Josh Morris (203-1993, college: UTPB) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds. Four Puerto Montt players scored in double figures. Puerto Montt's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward Davon Haynes (203-1991, college: UAPB) produced 37 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Canadian forward Kaleb Vaughn (198, college: Lake Erie) added 30 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Puerto Montt moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Catolica. Espanol T. lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with ten games lost. Puerto Montt will meet Catolica (#12) in the next round. Espanol T. will play against Puente Alto having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Espanol T.: D.Haynes 37+9reb+4ast, K.Vaughn 30+12reb+5ast, D.Simon 8+3reb+2ast, C.Ignacio 7+8reb, U.Cristobal 2+4ast, B.Ivan 2+1reb
Puerto Montt: R.Baker 39+8reb+5ast, C.Martin 24+7reb+6ast, J.Morris 21+14reb+3ast, C.Aranda 10+7reb+1ast, C.Torres 8+7reb+4ast, O.Cristobal 7+1reb+2ast

Las Animas - Los Leones 88-82

The game between second ranked Los Leones (14-3) and eighth ranked Las Animas (10-8) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Los Leones were defeated by Las Animas in a tough game in Valdivia 82-88. It was a great evening for American forward Shawn Glover (201-1990, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) helped adding 18 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side American power forward Markus Kennedy (206-1991, college: SMU) responded with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import Tyrone Lee (203-1990, college: GVSU) scored 16 points. Five Los Leones players scored in double figures. Las Animas moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Valdivia. Los Leones at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. Las Animas is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Temuco (#15) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Los Leones will play against Puerto Varas (#10) and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Los Leones: M.Kennedy 21+8reb+6ast, T.Lee 16+2reb+2ast, T.Alvarez 11+2ast, I.Carrion 11+4reb+2ast, B.Amor 11+4reb+3ast, D.Jones 10+3reb+4ast
Las Animas: S.Glover 31+11reb+7ast, A.Vergara 20+3reb+2ast, C.Amicucci 18+10reb, L.Eduardo 8+1ast, D.Low 7+5reb+4ast, C.Schoppler 4+2reb+6ast

Puerto Varas - Tinguiririca 103-78

Everything went according to plan when tenth ranked Puerto Varas (9-9) outscored at home 14th ranked Tinguiririca (3-14) 103-78 on Sunday. Puerto Varas dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Tinguiririca's 40. They outrebounded Tinguiririca 42-23 including a 26-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Puerto Varas looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American forward Cameron Naylor (202-1994, college: Texas St.) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international power forward Juan Fontena (196-1987) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Naylor is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Puerto Varas players scored in double figures. The former international forward Gianncarlo Caraboni produced 32 points and guard Felipe Gonzalez Flores (180-1994) added 16 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. Puerto Varas maintains tenth place with 9-9 record. Loser Tinguiririca keeps the fourteenth position with 14 games lost. Puerto Varas will meet league's second-placed Los Leones in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tinguiririca will play against Quilicura (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tinguiririca: G.Caraboni 32+3reb+2ast, F.Gonzalez Flores 16+1reb+2ast, F.Gonzalez Burgos 7+2reb+3ast, M.Sepulveda 7+1reb+3ast, S.Fernandez 6+3reb+1ast, M.Marcos 4+7reb
Puerto Varas: C.Naylor 18+10reb+2ast, A.Pinedo 16+5reb+3ast, J.Fontena 16+11reb+2ast, P.Arroyo 16+1reb+8ast, N.Martinez 11+3reb+1ast, T.Rossi 9+5reb+2ast

Temuco - Concepcion 60-78

LNB top team - Concepcion (18-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat fifteenth ranked Temuco (1-17) 78-60. It was a quality performance for international point guard Diego Silva (186) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. The former international Evandro Arteaga (178-1983) accounted for 19 points for the winning side. Brazilian power forward Diego Dias Silva (207-1990) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds and the former international point guard Cristian Correa (185-1999) added 18 points and 4 assists respectively for Temuco in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Concepcion have an impressive series of eighteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-0 record. Temuco lost seventh consecutive game. They stay dead last with 17 lost games. Concepcion will play against Castro (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Temuco will play against Las Animas (#7) to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Temuco: D.Dias Silva 18+15reb, C.Correa 18+1reb+4ast, M.Perdomo 11+6reb+3ast, D.Smythe 9+3reb+1ast, J.Manriquez 4+2reb+1ast, A.Martin 0
Concepcion: E.Arteaga 19+2reb, D.Silva 17+6reb+3ast, E.Marechal 9+3reb+2ast, K.Rubio 8+2reb, R.Michael 8+4reb+4ast, M.Bowman Jr. 6+8reb+5ast

Espanol T. - Concepcion 65-121

LNB top team - Concepcion (18-0) had no problems winning another game on Tuesday. This time they crushed thirteenth ranked Espanol T. (4-10) in Talca 121-65. Concepcion dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Espanol T.'s 36. They outrebounded Espanol T. 44-29 including a 35-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Concepcion looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Espanol T.'s players. American forward Jerry Evans (203-1990, college: Nevada) fired 28 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. International point guard Diego Silva (186) chipped in 15 points. Four Concepcion players scored in double figures. American forward Davon Haynes (203-1991, college: UAPB) produced 24 points and 8 rebounds and Canadian forward Kaleb Vaughn (198, college: Lake Erie) added 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 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. The victory was the eighteenth consecutive win for Concepcion. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-0 record. Espanol T. lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with ten games lost. Concepcion will meet Castro (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Espanol T. will play against Puente Alto (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Espanol T.: D.Haynes 24+8reb+3ast, K.Vaughn 24+7reb+4ast, D.Simon 5+2reb, B.Ivan 5+6reb, O.Dimitri 3, U.Cristobal 2+2ast
Concepcion: J.Evans 28+6reb, D.Silva 15+3reb+2ast, R.Michael 13+4reb+1ast, D.Andres 10+7reb, E.Arteaga 10+6ast, E.Luzcando 10+1reb+7ast

Chilean LNB round 19 best performance: Reggie Baker (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Shooting guard Reggie Baker (193-SG-1993) had a great game in the last round for Puerto Montt, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 19.
The 29-year old player was the main contributor (39 points, eight rebounds and five assists) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Espanol T. (#13, 4-10) with 26-point margin 114-88. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Puerto Montt is placed at 11th position in Chilean LNB. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 13 games and recorded just five victories. In the team's last game Baker had a remarkable 81.3% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Puerto Montt, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Former Bethune-Cookman University star has very solid stats this year. Baker is in league's top in points (5th best: 21.6ppg) and averages impressive 51.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Davon Haynes (203-F-1991) of Espanol T.. Haynes had a very good evening with 37 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Espanol T. lost that game 88-114 to slightly higher-ranked Puerto Montt (#11, 5-13). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Espanol T. keeps 13th position. 10 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Espanol T. managed to get this year. Haynes is a newcomer at Espanol T., but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.9ppg (#6). His other stats are also decent: 12.1rpg and 3.1apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Shawn Glover (201-F-1990, agency: Haylett Sports) of Las Animas (#7). Glover got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for eleven rebounds and seven assists. He was a key player of Las Animas, leading his team to a 88-82 win against the higher-ranked Los Leones (#2, 14-3). Las Animas needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 8 lost games. The season just started for Glover as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Josh Morris (203-F-1993) of Puerto Montt - 21 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Bryan Carabali (212-C-1999) of Castro - 15 points and 15 rebounds
6. Gabriel Diaz (SG-1999) of Castro - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Jerry Evans (203-F-1990) of Concepcion - 28 points and 6 rebounds
8. Anthony Lee (206-F/C-1991) of Espanol O. - 21 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Juan Fontena (196-F/C-1987) of Puerto Varas - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Gianncarlo Caraboni (F) of Tinguiririca - 32 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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CHINA

Stats Leaders - CBA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Antonio BLAKENEY

Jiangsu
(193-G-1996)
Avg: 32.7

32.7

31.8

28.5

27.9

24.2

CBA Round 44: Sharks defeat leader Golden Bulls - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Golden Bulls (34-6) in Hangzhou on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by fifth ranked Sharks (25-16) 112-88. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Golden Bulls. Sharks dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Golden Bulls' 46 and made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Sharks forced 25 Golden Bulls turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. 27 personal fouls committed by Golden Bulls helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American point guard Eric Bledsoe (185-1989, college: Kentucky) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. The former international center Zhelin Wang (214-1994) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Qian Wu (188-1994) replied with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for Golden Bulls. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sharks maintains fifth position with 25-16 record. Golden Bulls at the other side still keep top place with six games lost. Sharks are looking forward to face Royal Fighters (#16) in Beijing in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Golden Bulls will play on the road against Heroes (#8) in Jinan and are hoping to win this game.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Flying Leopards (29-10) against eleventh ranked Long-Lions (21-20) on Monday night. Visiting Flying Leopards were defeated by Long-Lions in Guangzhou 87-69. Worth to mention a great performance of who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 10 points, 19 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 blocks and Yongxi Cui who added 25 points and 4 assists during the contest. American guard Kyle Fogg (191-1990, college: Arizona) responded with 22 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Long-Lions moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Shanxi L. Defending champion Flying Leopards keep the third position with ten games lost. Long-Lions will play against Jilin Tigers (#12) in Changchun in the next round. Flying Leopards will play at home against Eagles (#14) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Fifteenth-ranked Monkey Kings (17-23) used its home court advantage to challenge fourth ranked Aviators (28-13) in Jiangsu on Monday. The visitors from Shenzhen managed to secure only one-point victory 103-102. However their fans expected much easier game. The winners were led by Jared Sullinger who had that evening a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 16 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 30 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by QJ Peterson did not help to save the game for Monkey Kings. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Aviators maintains fourth position with 28-13 record. Monkey Kings lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 23 games lost. Aviators will meet Pioneers (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Monkey Kings will play against Rockets (#20) in Ningbo and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 44: bottom-ranked Ningbo R. were beaten by Beijing RF on the road 99-95. Guangdong ST won against Shandong H. on its own court 102-93. Fujian S. was outscored by Jiangsu D. in Nanjing 102-79. Jilin NE T. recorded a loss to Guangsha L. at home 89-99. Sichuan BW was defeated by Qingdao E. on the opponent's court 113-100. Beijing D. beat Shanxi L. in a home game 105-103. Tianjin lost to Xinjiang FT on the road 91-98.
The most impressive performance of 44th round was 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by Chris Clemons of Xinjiang FT.

Beijing RF - Ningbo R. 99-95

No shocking result in a game when sixteenth ranked Royal Fighters (15-25) beat bottom-ranked Rockets (3-38) in Beijing 99-95 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Royal Fighters shot 26 for 36 from the free-throw line, while Rockets only scored nine points from the stripe. They outrebounded Rockets 45-29 including 16 on the offensive glass. Royal Fighters looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by American point guard Trae Golden (189-1991, college: Georgia Tech) who scored that evening 24 points and Fan Zhang (195-1996) supported him with 22 points. Even a double-double of 27 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists by American point guard Brandon Taylor (178-1994, college: Utah, agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for Rockets. Center Honglin Qu (207-2002) added 23 points and 5 rebounds (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) for the guests. Five Royal Fighters and four Rockets players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Royal Fighters maintains sixteenth position with 15-25 record. Newly promoted Rockets stay dead last with 38 lost games. Royal Fighters will meet higher ranked Sharks (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Rockets will play against Monkey Kings (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Beijing RF: G.Trae 24+2reb+2ast, Z.Fan 22+2reb+2ast, L.Sanning 15+4reb+6ast, Z.Yuchen 12+10reb, Y.Changdong 10+13reb+2ast, A.Bryon 8+2reb+5ast
Ningbo R.: T.Brandon 27+8reb+12ast, Q.Honglin 23+5reb+1ast, J.Shuai 14+2reb+1ast, T.Marko 12+2reb+2ast, X.Yuzhuo 6+4reb+2ast, Z.Biao 6+3reb+2ast

Guangdong ST - Shandong H. 102-93

Very expected game when 8th ranked Heroes (23-19) lost to second ranked Guandong Tigers (32-8) in Dongguan 93-102 on Sunday. Guandong Tigers made 27-of-32 free shots (84.4 percent) during the game. Guandong Tigers outrebounded Heroes 50-34 including 38 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The winners were led by American MarShon Brooks (197-1989, college: Providence) who scored that evening 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and international point guard Jie Xu (181-2000) supported him with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Guandong Tigers players scored in double figures. Even 27 points and 8 rebounds by American forward Troy Gillenwater (205-1988, college: NM State) did not help to save the game for Heroes. The former international Cheng Jia (209-1991) added 19 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Heroes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Guandong Tigers maintains second position with 32-8 record having just two points less than leader Zhejiang GB. Loser Heroes keep the eighth place with 19 games lost. Guandong Tigers will meet at home Flying Tigers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Heroes will play against the league's leader Golden Bulls and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Guangdong ST: B.MarShon 20+7reb+4ast, X.Jie 18+8reb+5ast, Z.Rui 13+5reb+5ast, H.Justin 12+13reb+3ast, H.Mingxuan 11+3reb+2ast, Z.Haojia 9+1reb+4ast
Shandong H.: G.Troy 27+8reb+3ast, J.Cheng 19+5reb+1ast, L.Sylven 12+3reb+2ast, Z.Hui 10+2reb+4ast, C.Peidong 9+5reb+6ast, G.Shiyan 7+4reb+11ast

Jiangsu D. - Fujian S. 102-79

Rather predictable result when thirteenth ranked Jiangsu Dragons (19-22) rolled over 17th ranked Sturgeons (10-29) in Nanjing 102-79 on Sunday. Jiangsu Dragons forced 19 Sturgeons turnovers and outrebounded them 49-34 including a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by American guard Antonio Blakeney (193-1996, college: LSU) who scored that evening 36 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and the other American import center Devin Williams (206-1994, college: WVU) supported him with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Even 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists by American point guard Darius Adams (188-1989, college: Indianapolis) did not help to save the game for Sturgeons. Swingman Jianghuai Li (190-1992) added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the guests. Five Jiangsu Dragons and four Sturgeons players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Jiangsu Dragons have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain thirteenth position with 19-22 record. Sturgeons lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth place with 29 games lost. Jiangsu Dragons will meet higher ranked Ducks (#7) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sturgeons will play against Loongs (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Jiangsu D.: B.Antonio 36+7reb+3ast, W.Devin 16+11reb+1ast, L.Zhixuan 16+4reb+7ast, Z.Zhou 11+4reb+2ast, W.Quanxi 11+15reb, C.Xiaolong 7+1reb+2ast
Fujian S.: M.Thon 19+8reb, A.Darius 19+9reb+5ast, L.Jianghuai 16+6reb+5ast, L.Zeng 15, Z.Yongpeng 4+4reb+1ast, Z.Xu 4+1reb+1ast

Jilin NE T. - Guangsha L. 89-99

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Jilin Tigers (19-21) lost to sixth ranked Guangsha Lions (25-17) in Changchun 89-99 on Sunday. Guangsha Lions outrebounded Jilin Tigers 47-24 including a 14-1 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. The winners were led by the former international guard Minghui Sun (187-1996) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points, 9 rebounds and 13 assists and the former international center Jinqiu Hu (211-1997) supported him with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 21 points, 7 rebounds and 13 assists by American guard Dominique Jones (193-1988, college: S.Florida) did not help to save the game for Jilin Tigers. The former international forward Cheng Zhong (206-1989) added 14 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guangsha Lions have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 25-17 record. Jilin Tigers lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 21 games lost. Guangsha Lions will meet Blue Whales (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Jilin Tigers will play against Long-Lions (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Guangsha L.: H.Jinqiu 24+7reb+4ast, S.Minghui 17+9reb+13ast, W.Kyle 14+6reb+2ast, W.Dezmine 13+7reb+3ast, Z.Junlong 12+8reb+1ast, X.ZhongHao 10+7reb+3ast
Jilin NE T.: J.Dominique 21+7reb+13ast, C.Jinming 18+1reb, Z.Cheng 14+6reb+4ast, L.Tianyi 13+1ast, J.Yuxing 12+6reb+2ast, J.Weize 6+2reb+4ast

Qingdao E. - Sichuan BW 113-100

Everything went according to plan when fifteenth ranked Eagles (18-23) defeated 18th ranked Blue Whales (10-30) in Qingdao 113-100 on Sunday. Eagles outrebounded Blue Whales 52-40 including 40 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 45 points (!!!), 16 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and Jiayi Zhao (205-1999) supported him with 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds (perfect from downtown making all seven shots !!!). Even 23 points and 5 assists by American point guard Marlain Veal (175-1996, college: SE Louisiana) did not help to save the game for Blue Whales. His fellow American import guard Jordan Crawford (193-1988, college: Xavier) added 20 points and 7 rebounds for the guests. Five Blue Whales players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eagles moved-up to fourteenth place. Blue Whales lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth position with 30 games lost. Eagles will meet higher ranked Flying Leopards (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Blue Whales will play against Guangsha Lions (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Qingdao E.: G.Eugene 45+16reb+6ast, Z.Jiayi 33+5reb+1ast, W.Ruize 11+9reb+7ast, J.Zhuo 8+4reb+1ast, R.Duop 7+8reb, L.Jiaxin 7+2reb+2ast
Sichuan BW: V.Marlain 23+4reb+5ast, C.Jordan 20+7reb+1ast, Z.Zhennian 13+6reb, Y.Tangwen 13+2reb+10ast, Y.Zhenliang 10+5reb, H.Xin 5+2reb+1ast

Zhejiang GB. - Shanghai S. 88-112

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Golden Bulls (34-6) in Hangzhou on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by fifth ranked Sharks (25-16) 112-88. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Golden Bulls. Sharks dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Golden Bulls' 46 and made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Sharks forced 25 Golden Bulls turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. 27 personal fouls committed by Golden Bulls helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American point guard Eric Bledsoe (185-1989, college: Kentucky) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. The former international center Zhelin Wang (214-1994) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Qian Wu (188-1994) replied with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and American forward Moses Wright (206-1998, college: Georgia Tech) added 8 points and 14 rebounds in the effort for Golden Bulls. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sharks maintains fifth position with 25-16 record. Golden Bulls at the other side still keep top place with six games lost. Sharks are looking forward to face Royal Fighters (#16) in Beijing in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Golden Bulls will play on the road against Heroes (#8) in Jinan and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Shanghai S.: B.Eric 19+7reb+9ast, W.Zhelin 18+8reb+3ast, T.Melo 17+3reb+5ast, Y.Pengfei 13+8reb+1ast, L.Hanchen 11+3reb+2ast, L.Zheng 10+6reb+3ast
Zhejiang GB.: W.Qian 23+7reb+7ast, Y.Harold 13+6reb, G.Jarmar 10+4reb+4ast, L.Zeyi 9+6reb+1ast, W.Moses 8+14reb, Z.Dayu 6+5reb

Beijing D. - Shanxi L. 105-103

There was no surprise when 9th ranked Loongs (21-20) were edged by seventh ranked Ducks (24-16) in Beijing 105-103 on Monday. Ducks looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Loongs' players. The winners were led by the former international point guard Shuo Fang (189-1990) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists and the former international center Ziming Fan (211-1998) supported him with 24 points and 11 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Even 31 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) by Ning Zhang (192-1997) did not help to save the game for Loongs. American point guard Kahlil Felder (175-1995, college: Oakland) added 23 points and 6 assists for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Ducks have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 24-16 record. Loser Loongs keep the ninth place with 20 games lost. They share the position with Guangzhou LL. Ducks will meet at home Jiangsu Dragons (#13) in the next round where they are favorite. Loongs will play against Sturgeons (#17) in Jinjiang and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Beijing D.: F.Ziming 24+11reb+2ast, F.Shuo 22+5reb+11ast, Z.Xiaochuan 14+9reb+4ast, J.Nick 13+5reb+7ast, Z.Yanxi 12+1ast, M.Lei 8+2reb+2ast
Shanxi L.: Z.Ning 31+8reb+1ast, F.Kahlil 23+4reb+6ast, G.Zhaobao 13+6reb+1ast, W.Ruheng 10+6reb+5ast, S.Jonathon 10+5reb+4ast, X.Zhijiang 7+5reb

Guangzhou LL - Liaoning FL 87-69

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Flying Leopards (29-10) against eleventh ranked Long-Lions (21-20) on Monday night. Visiting Flying Leopards were defeated by Long-Lions in Guangzhou 87-69. Worth to mention a great performance of who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 10 points, 19 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 blocks and the former international guard Yongxi Cui (196-2003) who added 25 points and 4 assists during the contest. Four Long-Lions players scored in double figures. American guard Kyle Fogg (191-1990, college: Arizona) responded with 22 points and the former international center Dejun Han (215-1989) scored 10 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Long-Lions moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Shanxi L. Defending champion Flying Leopards keep the third position with ten games lost. Long-Lions will play against Jilin Tigers (#12) in Changchun in the next round. Flying Leopards will play at home against Eagles (#14) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Guangzhou LL: C.Yongxi 25+3reb+4ast, L.Yanzhe 19+10reb, C.Ying-Chun 12+7reb+5ast, B.Jordan 10+19reb+6ast, M.Nate 9+2reb+2ast, Z.Mingzhen 7+2reb+1ast
Liaoning FL: F.Kyle 22+4reb+2ast, H.Dejun 10+8reb, C.Minchen 8+3reb, F.Hao 8+7reb, Z.Zhenlin 6+7reb+2ast, L.XiaoXu 5+5reb+1ast

Nanjing TX MK - Shenzhen L. 102-103

Fifteenth-ranked Monkey Kings (17-23) used its home court advantage to challenge fourth ranked Aviators (28-13) in Jiangsu on Monday. The visitors from Shenzhen managed to secure only one-point victory 103-102. However their fans expected much easier game. Aviators forced 20 Monkey Kings turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by American forward Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 16 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international center Zijie Shen (210-1997) supported him with 10 points and 14 rebounds. Even 30 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by American point guard QJ Peterson (183-1994, college: VMI) did not help to save the game for Monkey Kings. Guard Lanxuan Wang (186-1998) added 23 points and 6 assists for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Aviators maintains fourth position with 28-13 record. Monkey Kings lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 23 games lost. Aviators will meet Pioneers (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Monkey Kings will play against Rockets (#20) in Ningbo and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Shenzhen L.: S.Jared 35+16reb+6ast, S.Haoqin 16+4reb+1ast, H.Xining 14+5reb+3ast, S.Zijie 10+14reb, Z.Rong 7+1reb+5ast, L.Pengyu 6+1reb
Nanjing TX MK: P.QJ 30+5reb+4ast, W.Lanxuan 23+4reb+6ast, L.Jr. Jo 18+10reb+4ast, L.Hongpeng 11+8reb+1ast, W.Zirui 8+2reb+3ast, L.Dong 6+7reb+3ast

Xinjiang FT - Tianjin 98-91

No shocking result in a game when eleventh ranked Flying Tigers (20-14) beat 19th ranked Pioneers (9-32) in Urumqi 98-91 on Monday. Flying Tigers forced 19 Pioneers turnovers and had a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by American point guard Chris Clemons (175-1997, college: Campbell) who scored that evening 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international Abudurexiti Abudushalamu (203-1996) supported him with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Even 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard Quinndary Weatherspoon (190-1996, college: MSU) did not help to save the game for Pioneers. Taiwanese guard Benson Lin (193-1999, college: Bryant) added 14 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Five Pioneers players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Flying Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eleventh position with 20-14 record. Pioneers lost third consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth place with 32 games lost. Flying Tigers will meet league's second-placed Guandong Tigers in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Pioneers will play against Aviators (#4) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Xinjiang FT: C.Chris 28+6reb+4ast, A.Abudurexiti 20+10reb+3ast, Z.Xuhang 12+6reb+1ast, T.Caiyu 9+4reb, F.Tacko 9+6reb, Q.Lin 5+1reb+2ast
Tianjin: W.Quinndary 30+6reb+4ast, J.Brandon 15+1reb+3ast, L.Benson 14+6reb+2ast, S.Deshaui 11+3reb+1ast, X.Jin 11+7reb+1ast, H.Siyu 5+5reb+1ast

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

25-year old point guard Eugene German (183-PG-1997) had a great game in the last round for Qingdao E. and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 44.
He had a double-double of 45 points and 16 rebounds, while his team beat Sichuan BW (#18, 10-31) 113-100. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Qingdao E. maintains the 14th position in Chinese league. Qingdao E. 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 18-24 record. In the team's last game German had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range. He turned to be Qingdao E.'s top player in his first season with the team. Northern Illinois University graduate has very impressive stats this year. German is in league's top in points (5th best: 24.2ppg) and averages solid 59.0% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Jared Sullinger (206-F-1992) of Shenzhen L.. He is American forward in his second season at Shenzhen L.. In the last game Sullinger recorded impressive double-double of 35 points and 16 rebounds. It was enough for Shenzhen L. to edge the lower-ranked Nanjing TX MK (#15, 17-23) by 1 point 103-102. Shenzhen L.'s 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 28-14 record is not bad at all. Sullinger is well-known at Shenzhen L. and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.0ppg (#8). His other stats are also decent: 13.6rpg and 4.7apg.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Jordan Bell (206-F-1995) of Guangzhou LL (#9). Bell showcased his all-around game by recording 10 points, nineteen rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Guangzhou LL, leading his team to a 87-69 easy win against the higher-ranked Liaoning FL (#3, 30-10). Guangzhou LL needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 22 victories and 20 lost games. Bell has a very solid season. In 39 games in China he scored 10.7ppg. He also has 9.1rpg, 3.4apg, 1.8bpg and FGP: 62.8%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ziming Fan (211-C-1998) of Beijing D. - 24 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Antonio Blakeney (193-G-1996) of Jiangsu D. - 36 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Troy Gillenwater (205-F-1988) of Shandong H. - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Jiayi Zhao (205-PF-1999) of Qingdao E. - 33 points and 5 rebounds
8. Brandon Taylor (178-PG-1994) of Ningbo R. - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists
9. Shuo Fang (189-PG-1990) of Beijing D. - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists
10. Jinqiu Hu (211-C-1997) of Guangsha L. - 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 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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Corsarios sign Michael Ramey, ex Los Mochis - by Francisco Vega

Corsarios Cartagena (Liga Wplay) landed 30-year old American 194cm shooting guard Michael Ramey (college: Southern Miss) for new season. Ramey joins another USA player Logan Santiago who is already in the roster.
He played recently at Pioneros de Los Mochis in Mexican CIBACOPA. In 5 games just recently he averaged 3.2ppg last season. The last season he played at Al-Tadamoun (Superleague) in Iraqi league.
He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in four different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with Asian, Latin American and of course North American leagues. Ramey has played previously professionally in Mexico (Correcaminos, Industriales, Halcones de Ciudad Obregon, Halcones UV Xalapa and Centauros), Colombia (Piratas and Condores), Mongolia (Uvurkhangai) and The Basketball Tournament (Jack Attack).
He attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on he way to pro basketball.
Ramey graduated from University of Southern Mississippi in 2017 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball. He played also for Seminole State College for one year.

Andres Carmona (ex Villa S.Martin) signs at Titanes - by Francisco Vega

Defending champion Titanes de Barranquilla (Liga WPlay) landed 25-year old Colombian international 195cm swingman Andres Carmona for new season. Carmona played recently at Villa S.Martin in Argentinian La Liga. In 16 La Liga Argentina games he averaged 6.0ppg and 1.7rpg last season. The last summer he played at Tigrillos in Colombian Liga Wplay where in 14 games he was league's fifth best scorer with impressive 16.3ppg and recorded 5.1rpg, 2.5apg and 1.4spg. It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Colombian LPB Apertura Honorable Mention. He was called to Colombian Senior National Team this year.
Carmona has played previously for Academia.
He played in the final of Colombian LPB in 2021.

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Croatian Prva Liga round 3 (Second Stage) best performance: Danijel Zovko (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Center Danijel Zovko (203-C-1994) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Kvarner 2010, receiving a Hoops Agents Prva Liga Player of the Week award for round 3 (Second Stage).
The 28-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, eight rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Zagreb (#5, 13-12) with 21-point margin 88-67. Kvarner 2010 maintains the 4th position in Croatian Prva Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Kvarner 2010 will need more victories to improve their 16-9 record. In the team's last game Zovko had a remarkable 73.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Kvarner 2010's top player in his first season with the team. Danijel Zovko averages this season 14.2ppg and 5.6rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Marin Djugum (201-C-1996) of Stoja Pula. Djugum had a very good evening with a double-double of 28 points and 19 rebounds. It was enough for Stoja Pula to edge Samobor (4-21) 79-76. The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Djugum is well-known at Stoja Pula and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.1ppg (#1). He also registered 10.9 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Nikola Ivankovic (200-F-1999) of H.Analitica (#8). Ivankovic scored 29 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of H.Analitica, leading his team to a 128-92 easy win against Sonik P. (#12, 1-24). The chances of H.Analitica ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 13 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Ivankovic could help H.Analitica to bring them higher in the standings. Ivankovic has a very solid season. In 20 games in Croatia he scored 13.4ppg. He also has 5.0rpg and FGP: 51.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Karlo Lukacic (192-G-2001) of Zagreb - 25 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Ivan Kucan (195-G/F-1996) of Kvarner 2010 - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Gojko Sudzum (204-C/F-1994) of Osijek - 19 points and 7 rebounds
7. Bruno Levanic-Kutin (203-PF-1996) of Osijek - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Ante Smolic (207-C-1993) of H.Analitica - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Roko Spaseski (F-2002) of Samobor - 18 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Josip Skara (193-F/G-1994) of H.Analitica - 7 points, 4 rebounds and 11 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)

Premijer Liga Round 4 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Fifth defeat of league's leader Cibona (21-5) against third ranked Zadar (21-5) 93-76 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Cibona. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Zadar looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Luka Bozic (200-1996) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. International forward Dario Dreznjak (204-1998) contributed with 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Kresimir Radovcic (195-1997) replied with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for Cibona. Zadar have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Split and Cibona. Cibona will play next round against strong Split trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Zadar will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Dubrava in Zagreb.
Important game to mention about took place in Zagreb. Eighth ranked Bosco (9-17) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 7th ranked Dinamo (10-16) 80-79 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Dinamo. Worth to mention a great performance of Luka Krajnovic (192-2004) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 5 rebounds and Luka Babic who added 14 points during the contest. Bosco's coach Ivan Tomas allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the losing side the former international forward Ivan Novacic (201-1985) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds. Newly promoted Bosco maintains eighth position with 9-17 record. Dinamo at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the seventh place with 16 games lost. Bosco will play against bottom-ranked Zabok (#12) at home in the next round. Dinamo will play against Gorica (#9) in Velika Gorica and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very close game took place in Zagreb between Dubrava and Sibenka. Sixth ranked Dubrava (13-13) got a very close home victory over 5th ranked Sibenka (13-13). Dubrava managed to escape with a 2-point win 76-74 in the fight for the fifth place. The winners were led by Matej Bosnjak who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Dubrava's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 21 points and 8 rebounds by Patrik Jambrovic did not help to save the game for Sibenka. Dubrava moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Sibenka. Sibenka lost eighth consecutive game. Dubrava will meet league's leader Zadar on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sibenka will play against Cedevita Jr. (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games in round 4 were not that significant. Gorica beat Skrljevo on the road 71-69. Zabok was destroyed by Alkar on its own court 63-88. Split unfortunately lost to Cedevita Jr. in Zagreb 87-94.

Dinamo - Bosco 79-80

Important game to mention about took place in Zagreb. Eighth ranked Bosco (9-17) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 7th ranked Dinamo (10-16) 80-79 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Dinamo. Dinamo was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of Luka Krajnovic (192-2004) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 5 rebounds and Swedish forward Luka Babic (199-2000) who added 14 points during the contest. Four Bosco players scored in double figures. Bosco's coach Ivan Tomas allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the losing side the former international forward Ivan Novacic (201-1985) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Ivan Vucic (195-1996) scored 7 points and 14 rebounds. Newly promoted Bosco maintains eighth position with 9-17 record. Dinamo at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the seventh place with 16 games lost. Bosco will play against bottom-ranked Zabok (#12) at home in the next round. Dinamo will play against Gorica (#9) in Velika Gorica and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bosco: K.Luka 16+5reb+1ast, L.Babic 14+4reb+3ast, A.Krapic 11+3reb+2ast, M.Juric 11+3reb+3ast, M.Andrej 9+2reb+3ast, L.Katura 8+2reb+1ast
Dinamo: I.Novacic 23+5reb+1ast, R.Burrell 14+4reb+1ast, A.Anzulovic 13+4reb+2ast, M.Klepo 7+1reb+2ast, I.Vucic 7+14reb+3ast, L.Cvitanovic 7+3reb+2ast

Skrljevo - Gorica 69-71

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Gorica and 10th ranked Skrljevo had identical 7-18 record. But Skrljevo was not able to use a home court advantage and was edged by the opponent from Velika Gorica 71-69 on Friday night. The winners were led by Dino Cinac (201-1988) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 rebounds and forward Ivan Batur (202-1991, agency: AltusBasket) supported him with 22 points and 6 rebounds. Gorica's coach Braslav Turic used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 19 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists by American guard Derryck Thornton (190-1997, college: Boston Coll.) did not help to save the game for Skrljevo. Swingman Ivan Gulin (200-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points for lost side. Gorica maintains ninth position with 8-18 record. Loser Skrljevo keeps the tenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Alkar and Zabok. Gorica will meet at home higher ranked Dinamo (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Skrljevo will play against Alkar in Sinj and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Gorica: I.Batur 22+6reb+1ast, D.Cinac 21+13reb+1ast, K.Uljarevic 10+4reb+5ast, M.Luzaic 8+4reb+2ast, A.Masic 6+5ast, P.Madunic 2+2reb
Skrljevo: D.Thornton 19+5reb+8ast, L.Barisic 14+3reb, I.Gulin 13+3reb+2ast, S.Antunovic 8+7reb+2ast, M.Jelic 5+1reb, M.Rajcic 5+4reb

Zabok - Alkar 63-88

There was a minor upset when 10th ranked Zabok (7-19) was smashed at home by twelfth ranked Alkar (7-19) 88-63 on Saturday. Alkar looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by point guard Lovre Basic (180-1995) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds, 13 assists and 5 steals and guard Ivan Svalina (198-1997) supported him with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Four Alkar players scored in double figures. Alkar's coach Luka Bujas felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 26 points and 4 assists by American point guard RJ Glasper (183-1998, college: UIW) did not help to save the game for Zabok. Montenegrin center Marko Perovic (204-1992, agency: 011 Sports) added 14 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Alkar moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Zabok and Skrljevo. Alkar will meet at home Skrljevo (#11) in the next round. Zabok will play against Bosco in Zagreb and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Alkar: I.Svalina 21+7reb+3ast, L.Basic 19+6reb+13ast, T.Bibbs 16+1reb+1ast, C.Peevy 10+5reb+1ast, H.Vucic 7+7reb+1ast, I.Polutak 6+3reb+2ast
Zabok: R.Glasper 26+3reb+4ast, M.Perovic 14+6reb+1ast, A.Crnjevic 8+5reb, L.Buljevic 5+5reb+3ast, T.Mihael 4+2reb, A.Antonic 3+3reb+3ast

Cedevita Jr. - Split 94-87

There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Cedevita Jr. (19-7) won against much higher ranked Split (21-5) in Zagreb 94-87 on Sunday. Cedevita Jr. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by the former international Krunoslav Simon (197-1985, agency: AltusBasket) who scored that evening 24 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Vito Kucic (190-2002) supported him with 22 points. Even 18 points and 6 rebounds by American forward Tyrell Nelson (205-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) did not help to save the game for Split. The former international Mate Kalajzic (189-1998) added 19 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Split's coach Srdjan Subotic rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Cedevita Jr. maintains fourth position with 19-7 record. Loser Split still keeps top place with five games lost. They share the position with Cibona and Zadar. Cedevita Jr. will meet Sibenka (#6) in the next round. Split will play against Cibona (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cedevita Jr.: K.Simon 24+5reb+8ast, K.Vito 22+2reb+2ast, J.Batinic 15+2reb+5ast, P.Marcinkovic 11+3reb+1ast, C.Sasa 9+11reb+1ast, D.Topolovic 6+2reb+1ast
Split: M.Kalajzic 19+2reb+2ast, T.Nelson 18+6reb+2ast, S.Shorter 16+3reb+3ast, D.Mavra 11+3reb+6ast, T.Vuko 6+3reb, R.Ukic 5+3reb+1ast

Zadar - Cibona 93-76

Fifth defeat of league's leader Cibona (21-5) against third ranked Zadar (21-5) 93-76 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Cibona. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Zadar looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Luka Bozic (200-1996) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. International forward Dario Dreznjak (204-1998) contributed with 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Kresimir Radovcic (195-1997) replied with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international Domagoj Vukovic (206-1993, agency: 011 Sports) added 18 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) in the effort for Cibona. Four Cibona players scored in double figures. Zadar have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Split and Cibona. Cibona will play next round against strong Split trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Zadar will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Dubrava in Zagreb.
Top scorers:
Zadar: D.Dreznjak 24+6reb+1ast, L.Bozic 20+10reb+7ast, K.Zganec 13+5reb+1ast, S.Campara 11+1reb+4ast, M.Ramljak 9+5reb+3ast, J.Davis 9+1reb
Cibona: D.Vukovic 18+4reb, K.Radovcic 15+6reb+5ast, A.Aranitovic 11+4reb+3ast, L.Mazalin 10+4reb+3ast, I.Majcunic 8+1reb+3ast, S.Smajlagic 7+7reb+1ast

Dubrava - Sibenka 76-74

A very close game took place in Zagreb between Dubrava and Sibenka. Sixth ranked Dubrava (13-13) got a very close home victory over 5th ranked Sibenka (13-13). Dubrava managed to escape with a 2-point win 76-74 in the fight for the fifth place. The winners were led by center Matej Bosnjak (204-2002, agency: Octagon Europe) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Filip Paponja (189-2002) supported him with 21 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Dubrava's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 21 points and 8 rebounds by forward Patrik Jambrovic (203-1996, agency: PEPI SPORT) did not help to save the game for Sibenka. Guard Srdjan Brocic (183-1999) added 11 points and 6 assists for lost side. Five Sibenka players scored in double figures. Dubrava moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Sibenka. Sibenka lost eighth consecutive game. Dubrava will meet league's leader Zadar on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sibenka will play against Cedevita Jr. (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dubrava: F.Paponja 21+2reb+3ast, F.Bjelanovic 13+5reb, M.Bosnjak 10+12reb+4ast, K.Mihael 9+6reb+3ast, E.Savic 8, D.Kuzmanovic 7+3reb+2ast
Sibenka: P.Jambrovic 21+8reb+1ast, P.Matej 13+7reb, S.Brocic 11+4reb+6ast, J.Kakar 11+6reb+1ast, P.Juraj 10+3reb+2ast, L.Skoric 6+1reb+3ast

Bozic's double-double lands him (Second Stage) Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

26-year old Luka Bozic (200-SF-1996) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Zadar and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 4 (Second Stage).
He had a double-double of 20 points and 10 rebounds, while his team crushed Cibona (21-5) with 17-point margin 93-76. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Zadar to take over top position in the Croatian league. Zadar have a solid 21-5 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Bozic as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Bozic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 6.5rpg), assists (5th best: 5.8apg) and averages solid 55.7% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Lovre Basic (180-PG-1995) of Alkar. He is a guard in his first season at Alkar. In the last game Basic recorded impressive double-double of 19 points and 13 assists. Of course he led Alkar to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Zabok (7-19) 88-63. This victory allowed Alkar to move up to 4th position in the standings. 19 lost games are too many comparing to just seven victories Alkar managed to get this Second Stage. Basic is a newcomer at Alkar and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Ivan Novacic (201-F-1985) of Dinamo (#7). Novacic scored 23 points and grabbed five rebounds. Despite Novacic's great performance Dinamo lost 79-80 to slightly lower-ranked Bosco (#8, 9-17). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Novacic has individually a great season in Croatia. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.2ppg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Krunoslav Simon (197-SF-1985) of Cedevita Jr. - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists
5. Dino Cinac (201-PF-1988) of Gorica - 21 points and 13 rebounds
6. Patrik Jambrovic (203-F-1996) of Sibenka - 21 points and 8 rebounds
7. RJ Glasper (183-PG-1998) of Zabok - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Ivan Batur (202-F-1991) of Gorica - 22 points and 6 rebounds
9. Ivan Svalina (198-G-1997) of Alkar - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Dario Dreznjak (204-F-1998) of Zadar - 24 points and 6 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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Div.A stats leaders

Stats Leaders

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Malik CURRY

Etha
(185-G-1999)
Avg: 26.9

26.9

23.2

22.3

20.2

20.1

OPAP Basket League Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. AEK, Keravnos and Anorthosis advance - by Eurobasket News

AEL - Apollon 75-72

Apollon was trailing by 5 points at halftime but managed to get 2-point lead after three quarters before a 25-20 charge of AEL, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was American Milik Yarbrough (198-1995, college: Illinois St.) who had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 17 rebounds. The other American import point guard Brandon Averette (180-1997, college: BYU) chipped in 20 points. American forward Zane Waterman (203-1995, college: Manhattan) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds and the former international point guard Stefanos Iliadis (185-1994, college: S.Florida) added 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Apollon: M.Acquaah 14+3reb+3ast, S.Iliadis 12+6reb+4ast, T.Adway 11+9reb+1ast, Z.Waterman 11+13reb+1ast, C.Loizides 10+6reb+1ast, R.Mitchell 9+5reb+2ast
AEL: B.Averette 20+3reb+1ast, T.Buchanan 17+2reb+4ast, M.Georgiou 13+8reb+1ast, H.Henderson 11+6reb+1ast, M.Yarbrough 10+17reb, M.Moniatis 4

Anorthosis - Apoel 103-83

The game was mostly controlled by Anorthosis. Apoel was better in third quarter 22-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Anorthosis players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists. American Shaheed Davis (206-1994, college: UCF) orchestrated the victory by scoring 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Georgian Duda Sanadze (197-1992, college: San Diego, agency: Octagon Europe) contributed with 29 points, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Anorthosis' coach Antonis Konstantinides used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. International forward Kostas Simitzis (200-1998) replied with 30 points and 6 steals and the former international center Michalis Koumis (204-1996) added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Apoel. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Apoel: K.Simitzis 30+3reb+1ast, M.Koumis 16+7reb+4ast, R.Owens 15+2reb+6ast, G.Kilaras 11+6reb+4ast, W.Callum 7+3reb+3ast, M.Maxim 3+1reb
Anorthosis: D.Sanadze 29+4reb+5ast, S.Davis 25+8reb+5ast, P.Paulicap 16+13reb+1ast, M.Zayd 13+4reb+6ast, R.Eleftheriou 8+2ast, V.Georgios 6+1reb+8ast

APOP - Keravnos 48-91

The game without a history. Keravnos led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding APOP to just 7 points in first quarter. Keravnos made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. Keravnos had a 30-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international Kyprianos Maragkos (206-1994, college: American) had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international point guard Filippos Tigkas (184-2002) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists during the contest. Four Keravnos players scored in double figures. American Jalen Seegars (196, college: Fayetteville St.) responded with 10 points and 8 rebounds and his fellow American import Jeremy McLaughlin (203-1995, college: Catawba) scored 11 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
APOP: J.McLaughlin 11+6reb+1ast, J.Seegars 10+8reb+1ast, S.Antoniades 9+3reb+2ast, B.Paunovic 8+4reb+1ast, J.Gilbreath 6+7reb, K.Kostas 3+2reb+3ast
Keravnos: F.Tigkas 17+2reb+5ast, K.Maragkos 15+10reb, O.Mishula 14, Z.Thomas 14+5reb+1ast, I.Pasiali 8+3reb+2ast, N.Stylianou 7+2reb+1ast

Etha - AEK Larnaca 47-76

The game was mostly controlled by AEK Larnaca. Etha managed to win third quarter 18-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Etha to just 7 points in fourth quarter. AEK Larnaca dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Etha's 20. They outrebounded Etha 40-23 including a 35-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. American guard Taveion Hollingsworth (188-1999, college: WKU) scored 22 points and 4 steals (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import point guard Tookie Brown (180-1995, college: Georgia South, agency: Verus Management) chipped in 16 points and 4 steals during the contest. Antonis Neofytou (192-2003) responded with 14 points and 5 rebounds and forward Michalis Kyriakides (195-1997) scored 17 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
Etha: K.Michalis 17+2reb+1ast, N.Antonis 14+5reb+3ast, K.Georgios 7+5reb, O.Fedonas 7+4reb+2ast, O.Christodoulidis 2+2reb+1ast, G.Zharko 0+3reb
AEK Larnaca: T.Hollingsworth 22+3reb, T.Brown 16+3reb+3ast, B.Gresham 11+9reb+1ast, G.Christos 8+2reb+3ast, A.Christodoulou 6+2reb+1ast, I.Panteli 6+3reb+1ast

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Stats Leaders - NBL

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

PJ PIPES

USK Praha
(188-G-1999)
Avg: 20.5

20.5

18.3

18.3

17.8

17.0

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Dalibor VLK

USK Praha B
(200-F-2002)
Avg: 21.6

21.6

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1Liga Round 5 of Quarter-Finals. Brno 2 complete semifinal picture - by Eurobasket News

Brno 2 - Novy Jicin 93-77

Brno 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Novy Jicin's 34. They outrebounded Novy Jicin 45-25 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Brno 2 looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Jakub Necas (198-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Matej Dana (190-2003) contributed with 8 points and 9 assists for the winners. Italian Gianluca Prosek (197-2000) answered with 31 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) and guard Kevin Tyml (195-2001) added 10 points in the effort for Novy Jicin. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Brno 2: N.Jakub 18+6reb+4ast, P.Marek 12+3reb+4ast, H.Tomas 12+2reb, M.Sulc 10+9reb+2ast, K.Petr 9+1reb+2ast, S.Jan 8+3reb
Novy Jicin: P.Gianluca 31+8reb+1ast, T.Kevin 10+2reb+2ast, S.Matej 9+2reb+2ast, S.Svoboda 9+1reb+1ast, Z.Jakubu 6+2reb+2ast, J.Kelar 5+2ast

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DENMARK

Keeling's 34-point game gives him (Second Stage) Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old guard Christian Keeling (190-G-1998) put on an amazing game in the last round for Horsens IC and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7 (Second Stage).
He had the game-high 34 points adding five rebounds and three assists for Horsens IC in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Svendborg (#5, 12-14) 101-98. Horsens IC maintains the 4th position in Danish league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Horsens IC will need more victories to improve their 18-9 record. In the team's last game Keeling had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range and got seven three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He just recently signed at Horsens IC, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Christian Keeling averages this season 15.1ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Brantley Bynum (196-F-1994) of Svendborg. He is American forward in his first season at Svendborg. In the last game Bynum recorded impressive 29 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Svendborg was edged by slightly higher-ranked Horsens IC (#4, 18-9) 101-98. Svendborg managed to keep the same 5th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-14 record. Bynum is a newcomer at Svendborg and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Brandon Norfleet (196-F-1993, agency: Inception Sports) of league's leader Randers. Norfleet showcased his all-around game by recording 27 points, six rebounds and eight assists in the last round. Despite Norfleet's great performance Randers lost 77-82 to #2 ranked Bakken. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Randers had another "accident". It may be a crucial game and cause dropping from the group of top ranked teams. The record is still good, but 5th lost game is hopefully really an accident. Norfleet's teammates are also very good. That's why having such high stats is even more impressive. Norfleet has a great season in Denmark. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.3ppg (7th best) and assists with 7.4apg (best passer).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jermaine Marrov) of Svendborg - 27 points, 2 rebounds and 10 assists
5. Ian DuBose (193-G-1999) of Naestved - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Devin Whitfield (196-G) of Svendborg - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Ryan Evans (202-F-1990) of Bakken - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Koch Bar (211-C-1996) of Horsens IC - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Martin Poulsen (195-G-1998) of Naestved - 15 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Karl Formann (190-G-1998) of Vaerlose - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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EL SALVADOR

Liga MB Round 13: San Salvador hand first loss to Santa Tecla - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Santa Tecla (8-1) on the court of leader San Salvador on Tuesday night. Visitors were defeated by San Salvador 78-72. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Santa Tecla. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Strangely Santa Tecla outrebounded San Salvador 50-35 including a 18-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when San Salvador made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Andravious Smith (198-1995, college: Tougaloo) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Panamanian Alejandro Grant (199-1993) contributed with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Cuban forward Yoel Cubillas (204-1994) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds for Santa Tecla. Undefeated San Salvador (9-0) have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 9 victories in a row. Santa Tecla at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. San Salvador are looking forward to face Cojute (#3) in Cojutepeque in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Santa Tecla will play at home against Santiagueno and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Important game to mention about took place in Quezaltepeque. Third ranked Cojute (6-4) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Quezaltepeque (4-6) 70-68 on Tuesday evening. American guard Jeremy Agosto (177-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) stepped up and scored 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and Chase Berry chipped in 10 points and 19 rebounds. At the losing side Douglas Baires (-1988) responded with 20 points and 6 assists. Cojute maintains third place with 6-4 record having just two points less than leader San Salvador. Quezaltepeque at the other side keeps the sixth position with six games lost. Cojute will play against league's leader San Salvador at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Quezaltepeque will have a break next round.
The game between 7th ranked Santiagueno (3-6) and ninth ranked Brujos (3-6) in Usultan on Tuesday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Izalco beat Santiagueno 94-84. Juan De Los Santos nailed a triple-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds for the winning side. Freddy Asprilla came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 20 rebounds and 5 assists for Santiagueno in the defeat. Brujos moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Santiagueno. Brujos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Santiagueno will play against the league's second-placed Santa Tecla (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.

Santiagueno - Brujos 84-94

The game between 7th ranked Santiagueno (3-6) and ninth ranked Brujos (3-6) in Usultan on Tuesday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Izalco beat Santiagueno 94-84. Brujos forced 30 Santiagueno turnovers. Dominican forward Juan De Los Santos (193-2002) nailed a triple-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds for the winning side and Dominican Edwin Espinal (198-1993) accounted for 21 points and 7 rebounds. American-Colombian center Freddy Asprilla (206-1988, college: Canisius) came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 20 rebounds and 5 assists and Fernando Salcedo (-2003) added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Santiagueno in the defeat. Four Brujos and five Santiagueno players scored in double figures. Brujos moved-up to eighth place, which they share with defeated Santiagueno. Brujos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Santiagueno will play against the league's second-placed Santa Tecla (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Santiagueno: F.Asprilla 20+20reb+5ast, S.Fernando 16+5reb+4ast, J.Jackson 13+8reb, S.Esperanza 12+1reb+2ast, B.Castellon 12+5reb+6ast, A.Alex 7+1reb
Brujos: D.Los Santos Juan 34+13reb+2ast, E.Edwin 21+7reb+3ast, C.Alexander 15+7reb+4ast, J.Crespin 11+5reb+1ast, Y.Erick 9+8reb+1ast, F.Angulo 4+5reb+6ast

San Salvador - Santa Tecla 78-72

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Santa Tecla (8-1) on the court of leader San Salvador on Tuesday night. Visitors were defeated by San Salvador 78-72. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Santa Tecla. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Strangely Santa Tecla outrebounded San Salvador 50-35 including a 18-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when San Salvador made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Andravious Smith (198-1995, college: Tougaloo) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Panamanian Alejandro Grant (199-1993) contributed with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Cuban forward Yoel Cubillas (204-1994) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds and Dominican Darwin Cabrera added 21 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Santa Tecla. Five San Salvador and four Santa Tecla players scored in double figures. San Salvador (9-0) have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain first place with a perfect record of 9 victories in a row. Santa Tecla at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. San Salvador are looking forward to face Cojute (#3) in Cojutepeque in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Santa Tecla will play at home against Santiagueno and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Santa Tecla: C.Darwin 21+11reb+2ast, Y.Cubillas 17+15reb+3ast, E.Rodriguez 11+3reb, C.Arias 10+16reb+2ast, M.Mosley 9+4reb+7ast, M.Lahud 2
San Salvador: A.Smith 20+10reb+4ast, E.Escalante 17+5reb+5ast, A.Grant 15+9reb+5ast, M.Hinestroza 14+9reb+2ast, M.Ramos 12+2ast, P.Figueroa 0

Quezaltepeque - Cojute 68-70

Important game to mention about took place in Quezaltepeque. Third ranked Cojute (6-4) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 6th ranked Quezaltepeque (4-6) 70-68 on Tuesday evening. American guard Jeremy Agosto (177-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) stepped up and scored 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward Chase Berry (198-1998, college: Utah Tech) chipped in 10 points and 19 rebounds. Four Cojute players scored in double figures. At the losing side Douglas Baires (-1988) responded with 20 points and 6 assists and American center Marc Montavious (206-1990, college: Georgetown, KY) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Cojute maintains third place with 6-4 record having just two points less than leader San Salvador. Quezaltepeque at the other side keeps the sixth position with six games lost. Cojute will play against league's leader San Salvador at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Quezaltepeque will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Quezaltepeque: B.Douglas 20+1reb+6ast, M.Montavious 13+11reb+2ast, R.Moquete 9+10reb+2ast, J.Araujo 9+1reb+1ast, J.Castillo 8+6reb, L.Hernandez 4+1reb+1ast
Cojute: A.Jeremy 23+9reb+4ast, K.Martinez 18+3reb+2ast, N.Avalos 10+4reb+6ast, C.Berry 10+19reb+2ast, T.Carter 7+3reb, J.Flores 2+4reb

De Los Santos' double-double lands him Liga MB Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

20-year old forward Juan De Los Santos (193-F-2002) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Brujos and receives a Hoops Agents Liga MB Player of the Week award for round 13.
He had a double-double of 34 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Santiagueno (3-6) 94-84. Brujos is placed at 8th position in Salvadorean Liga MB. Brujos is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 3-6 record. In the team's last game De Los Santos had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Brujos, being already a very valuable addition to the team. De Los Santos has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (7th best: 23.1ppg) and averages solid 3.6spg.

Second best performed player last round was Freddy Asprilla (206-C-1988) of Santiagueno. He is American-Colombian center in his first season at Santiagueno. In the last game Asprilla recorded impressive double-double of 20 points and 20 rebounds. Bad luck as Santiagueno lost that game 84-94 to slightly higher-ranked Brujos (3-6). This loss caused Santiagueno to drop to 9th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 3-6 record. Asprilla is a newcomer at Santiagueno and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Jeremy Agosto (177-G-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) of Cojute (#3). Agosto showcased his all-around game by recording 23 points, nine rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Cojute, leading his team to a 70-68 win against the lower-ranked Quezaltepeque (#7, 4-6). Cojute needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 4 lost games. Agosto has a great season in El Salvador. After 10 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.9ppg (5th best) and assists with 8.1apg (best passer). He also has 3.3spg and FGP: 57.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Michael Hinestroza (210-C-1990) of San Salvador - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Chase Berry (198-F-1998) of Cojute - 10 points, 19 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Edwin Espinal (198-SF-1993) of Brujos - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Andravious Smith (198-G/F-1995) of San Salvador - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Darwin Cabrera (SF) of Santa Tecla - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Eduardo Escalante (181-SG-1993) of San Salvador - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Yoel Cubillas (204-F-1994) of Santa Tecla - 17 points, 15 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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ESTONIA

Kerr Kriisa transfers to West Virginia University - by Eurobasket News

West Virginia University added to their roster 22-year old Estonian international guard Kerr Kriisa (6'3''-189lbs). Tartu native played for the last three years at University of Arizona. In 32 games he recorded 9.7ppg, 2.3rpg and 5.1apg last season. Kriisa's team ended regular season as a second best place in Pac-12 and Arizona won Pac-12 Tournament this year. Kriisa helped his team make it to the NCAA Sweet 16 in 2022.
He played also at Baunach Young Pikes in 2017, BC Tartu in 2016-2017, Brose Bamberg / Troester Breitenguessb. U19 Team in 2017-2018, Tartu Ulikool Maks & Moorits in 2016-2018, Regnitztal Baskets in 2017-2018, Zalgiris Kaunas U18 team in 2019-2020, Zalgiris Kaunas 2nd team in 2019-2020, B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas in 2019-2020 and then at Prienai Labas Gas in 2019-2020. Kriisa's team ended regular season as a second best place in Estonian 1.Liiga and Estonian League and he helped Arizona team make it to the Estonian League Semifinals in 2017.
Kriisa has been also a member of Estonian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Estonian senior team since 2020 and previously for U16 National Team back in 2017.
Kriisa represented Estonia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Oradea (Romania) four years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 14.0ppg, 4.5rpg, 4.3apg, 1.7spg, FGP: 38.1%, 3PT: 34.0%, FT: 70.8%.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Pac-2012 Regular Season Championship and Pac-2012 Tournament in 2022. His team also won Nordic U16 Championship in 2016. Wildcats also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 in Radom (Poland) in 2020. His team also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 in Podgorica (Montenegro) in 2020. He helped his team make it to the NCAA Elite Eight in 2019. Kriisa was also voted to Adidas Next Generation Tournament in Kaunas All-Tournament Team in 2019. He was also selected to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B Second Team in 2019.

(via @VerbalCommits)

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EUROBASKET SUMMER LEAGUE

2023 Dallas Eurobasket Summer League Men's Results - by ESL News

March 31-April 2, 2023: Dallas, TX

The 1st Eurobasket Summer League Camp of 2023 was in Dallas, TX March 31-April 2! Kris Wyche (193-G), a 6'4 G from Southern Arkansas University, finished 1st in the Player Efficiency Rankings out of the 40 participants. Each team played a minimum of 3 games to compete for professional opportunities. Below are the game videos and box scores of each game played. The players are ranked based on their cumulative Player Efficiency Ratings Average which supplies a players overall contribution both offensively and defensively. The rankings are calculated by VidSwap technologies, a basketball analytics company from Israel. Good luck to all players as we look to add to the 1,287 camp alumni to sign overseas!

Rankings, Cumulative Stats, and Highlights (click link)

Rank	Player	Link	Ht	Pos	Last School/Team	PPG	FG	3FG	FT	Reb	Ast	Stl	Blk	PER
1	186 Kris Wyche	Link	64	G	Southern Arkansas	11.3	14-22	5-11	1-1	6.3	3.7	1.0	0.0	18.0
2	88 Philbert Weekes (208-F)	Link	610	F	SAGU	15.3	19-34	0-0	8-10	8.3	0.3	0.0	0.0	17.7
3	6 Jalen Johnson (198-F-1997)	Link	67	GF	Texas A&M	11.3	13-30	3-10	5-6	9.0	0.7	1.3	0.3	16.0
4	22 Da'Zhon Wyche (178-PG)<	Link	510	G	Alaska Anchorage	10.7	12-25	8-17	0-0	4.7	3.0	2.0	0.0	15.3
5	26 Latreavin Black (196-F-2000)	Link	66	F	Southern Arkansas	8.7	11-19	1-4	3-7	7.3	2.7	1.7	0.3	14.7
6	172 Greg Bowie II (190-G)	Link	63	G	Texas AM International	14.0	17-35	4-11	4-4	4.7	2.7	1.7	0.0	14.3
7	23 LeChaun Duhart (178-PG)	Link	510	G	Maine	11.0	13-23	3-6	0-0	5.0	3.0	1.0	0.0	14.3
8	14 Ferdinand Handy Jr. (188-G, college: Kansas City)	Link	61	G	Manhattan Christian	11.7	13-26	9-19	0-1	2.7	1.7	0.3	0.3	12.0
9	17 Meekness Payne (198-F)	Link	67	F	CSU Pueblo	12.0	14-24	4-9	4-4	5.0	0.7	0.0	0.3	12.0
10	178 Tristan Dick (190-G)	Link	63	GF	Austin College	9.0	11-23	2-7	3-3	5.0	2.7	1.0	0.3	12.0
11	177 Trey Nelson (183-PG)	Link	60	G	Sul Ross State	7.7	9-17	3-11	2-3	3.0	3.0	1.3	0.0	11.7
12	173 Nigel Allen (185-G)	Link	62	G	Xavier LA	10.7	13-32	6-19	0-0	2.7	2.3	2.7	0.0	11.0
13	8 Lamine Komara (201-F)	Link	67	F	Texas Wesleyan	10.7	13-26	2-7	4-5	4.3	0.0	1.0	0.7	11.0
14	34 Wisdom Kowouto (203-F, college: Missis.Delta)	Link	68	F	Ecclesia	5.3	5-17	0-2	6-6	7.7	1.3	0.3	0.3	9.7
15	56 Jordyn Vicente (180-PG)	Link	510	G	Hardin-Simmons	11.0	13-28	3-10	4-5	1.7	2.3	0.3	0.0	9.7
16	87 CJ Weathers (201-F)	Link	67	F	Kansas Wesleyan	8.7	10-26	0-5	6-7	5.7	0.0	0.7	0.0	9.0
17	93 Taymont Lindsey (173-PG)	Link	58	G	Manhattan Christian	6.3	8-17	1-2	2-2	2.7	4.0	0.7	0.0	9.0
18	20 Corey Foster (G)	Link	64	G	Mountain View	7.0	8-17	2-5	3-6	2.7	1.7	0.7	0.0	7.7
19	3 David Johnson (193-F)	Link	66	GF	William Woods/OLLU	7.7	11-29	1-11	0-2	4.0	1.3	0.7	1.3	7.7
20	71 Warren Richardson (196-G/F)	Link	66	GF	LeTourneau	5.3	7-21	2-6	0-1	4.7	1.7	1.0	1.0	7.7
21	13 Jalen King (PG, college: Humber)	Link	67	GF	Tri-State 66ers	3.0	3-14	1-5	2-2	4.3	2.0	1.7	0.3	7.3
22	35 Ellis Jones (183-PG)	Link	60	G	Our Lady of the Lake	6.3	7-15	5-8	0-0	1.3	3.7	1.0	0.3	7.3
23	7 Fred Patterson (190-G/F)	Link	63	G	Johnson Wales NC	8.3	11-27	1-3	2-3	3.7	1.3	0.7	0.3	7.3
24	94 Quinn White	Link	63	G	St. Ignatius	4.7	6-11	2-2	0-1	3.3	2.3	0.3	0.3	7.0
25	2 Curtis Coleman (180-G)	Link	60	G	UNT Dallas	5.7	8-20	0-4	1-1	3.3	3.0	0.3	0.0	6.7
26	27 Miles Meredith (196-F, college: Cameron)	Link	65	GF	Southwestern Adventist	5.7	7-24	3-6	0-0	4.3	0.7	1.7	0.7	6.7
27	9 Davon Berry (185-G)	Link	61	G	Texas Wesleyan	5.0	3-18	1-6	8-9	2.7	4.7	1.0	0.0	6.7
28	41 Jonathan Fisher (175-G)	Link	63	GF	Chandler-Gilbert/ OBC Spain	6.7	6-12	4-5	4-6	2.0	1.3	1.3	0.0	6.3
29	53 Jalen Patterson (178-PG)	Link	59	G	Baker	6.7	8-21	2-9	2-2	2.7	3.0	1.0	0.0	6.3
30	205 Damione Thomas (203-F/C)	Link	610	F	Northern New Mexico	4.5	8-17	0-0	2-2	3.0	0.8	1.0	1.5	6.3
31	250 Elafayette Stone (208-C-1998, college: Claflin)	Link	70	C	Claflin/Venezuela	6.0	6-8	0-0	0-1	3.0	0.0	1.0	0.5	6.0
32	4 Karlyn Kenner (188-G-2001)	Link	62	G	Oklahoma Christian	4.7	5-18	2-10	2-6	4.7	1.7	1.3	0.3	6.0
33	46 Jace Bass (190-G-1999)	Link	64	G	Louisiana Tech	8.3	10-31	3-10	2-6	4.3	2.0	1.7	0.3	6.0
34	60 Ian Konek (190-G)	Link	63	G	Friends	9.0	9-34	9-26	0-0	4.0	1.0	0.3	0.7	5.3
35	49 Stephon Auguste (188-G)	Link	64	G	Carver	7.0	8-22	3-11	2-5	4.0	1.0	0.7	0.3	4.7
36	16 Angel Rodriguez (183-PG)	Link	62	G	Sul Ross State	7.3	7-20	7-14	2-4	1.7	1.0	0.3	0.0	4.3
37	58 ED Lee (188-G)	Link	61	G	Bacone	4.0	4-19	4-15	0-0	5.0	1.0	0.7	0.0	3.3
38	75 Courtney Anderson (178-PG-1994, college: Clark JC)	Link	510	G	Fraser Valley	8.0	9-32	6-15	0-0	3.3	1.7	0.3	0.0	2.7
39	15 Brandin Tucker (193-F)	Link	64	GF	Notre Dame OH	1.0	1-8	0-0	0-0	5.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	2.5
40	18 Brandon Littles (189-F/G-1994)	Link	62	G	Southwestern Christian	2.3	3-10	1-4	0-1	3.7	1.0	1.0	0.0	2.0

Full Games and Boxscores

Game 1: Athens v Barcelona

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
8 Lamine Komara	10	5	9	0	2	0	1	0	4	4	0	2	1	0	12
9 Davon Berry	8	1	5	0	1	6	7	0	2	2	4	2	0	1	10
14 Ferdinand Handy Jr.	8	3	8	2	6	0	0	0	3	3	1	1	0	0	8
49 Stephon Auguste	5	2	6	1	4	0	1	0	3	3	0	0	0	3	0
172 Greg Bowie II	13	6	12	1	4	0	0	0	4	4	2	1	0	0	14
173 Nigel Allen	5	2	9	1	6	0	0	0	4	4	5	3	0	2	8
177 Trey Nelson	2	1	2	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	2
178 Tristan Dick	12	5	10	0	2	2	2	2	5	7	3	0	1	1	17
186 Kris Wyche	9	3	5	2	3	1	1	2	2	4	3	1	0	2	13
205 Damione Thomas	8	3	7	0	0	2	2	2	2	4	0	0	1	1	8

Barcelona - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
2 Curtis Coleman	6	3	8	0	2	0	0	1	2	3	4	0	0	2	6
3 David Johnson	9	4	13	1	7	0	0	2	1	3	4	1	1	0	9
4 Karlyn Kenner	5	2	5	1	2	0	1	0	7	7	1	0	1	3	7
13 Jalen King	0	0	4	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	1	1	0	1
17 Meekness Payne	15	6	9	3	5	0	0	2	7	9	2	0	0	2	21
20 Corey Foster	5	2	5	1	2	0	1	1	1	2	2	1	0	0	6
41 Jonathan Fisher	5	2	2	1	1	0	1	1	2	3	2	0	0	5	4
46 Jace Bass	2	1	6	0	2	0	1	0	2	2	1	1	0	3	-3
58 ED Lee	9	3	8	3	6	0	0	0	6	6	0	1	0	3	8
88 Philbert Weekes	20	8	14	0	0	4	4	3	5	8	1	0	0	0	23

Game 2: Buenos Aires v Paris

Buenos Aires - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
6 Jalen Johnson	11	4	14	1	5	2	2	2	6	8	1	1	0	0	11
15 Brandin Tucker	2	1	4	0	0	0	0	5	3	8	0	0	0	0	7
22 Da'Zhon Wyche	11	4	8	3	6	0	0	0	2	2	1	4	0	1	13
34 Wisdom Kowouto	6	2	7	0	1	2	2	2	8	10	3	0	0	2	12
35 Ellis Jones	5	2	7	1	3	0	0	0	0	0	5	0	1	3	3
53 Jalen Patterson	9	4	7	1	2	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	0	2	8
56 Jordyn Vicente	16	6	12	2	4	2	2	1	1	2	1	0	0	0	13
75 Courtney Anderson	0	0	5	0	1	0	0	0	3	3	4	0	0	3	-1
87 CJ Weathers	8	3	6	0	0	2	2	1	7	8	0	0	0	1	12
94 Quinn White	2	1	3	0	0	0	1	1	3	4	1	1	1	1	5

Paris - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
7 Fred Patterson	14	6	11	0	1	2	3	1	1	2	1	2	0	0	13
16 Angel Rodriguez	5	2	8	1	6	0	0	0	2	2	1	0	0	0	2
18 Brandon Littles	5	2	4	1	1	0	1	1	2	3	0	1	0	2	4
23 LeChaun Duhart	4	2	5	0	2	0	0	2	5	7	4	0	0	2	10
26 Latreavin Black	6	2	4	0	0	2	3	3	7	10	3	0	1	2	15
27 Miles Meredith	7	3	8	1	3	0	0	0	4	4	0	2	1	2	7
60 Ian Konek	6	2	8	2	5	0	0	0	2	2	1	0	0	0	3
71 Warren Richardson	3	1	6	1	4	0	1	0	2	2	2	2	3	1	5
93 Taymont Lindsey	0	0	3	0	0	0	0	0	3	3	1	0	0	2	-1
250 Elafayette Stone	6	3	3	0	0	0	1	1	1	2	0	1	0	6	2

Game 3: Paris v Athens

Athens - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
8 Lamine Komara	12	4	9	2	3	2	2	1	5	6	0	0	1	2	12
9 Davon Berry	4	1	8	0	3	2	2	1	3	4	6	0	0	1	6
14 Ferdinand Handy Jr.	15	6	11	3	6	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	0	0	12
49 Stephon Auguste	7	3	10	1	3	0	2	2	3	5	1	1	0	2	3
172 Greg Bowie II	16	6	13	2	4	2	2	2	3	5	3	4	0	2	19
173 Nigel Allen	15	7	11	1	4	0	0	0	1	1	1	3	0	0	16
177 Trey Nelson	5	2	8	1	7	0	0	1	2	3	0	0	0	1	1
178 Tristan Dick	5	2	6	1	2	0	0	1	5	6	0	2	0	1	8
186 Kris Wyche	4	2	5	0	3	0	0	2	4	6	6	0	0	2	11
205 Damione Thomas	4	2	4	0	0	0	0	0	4	4	1	2	2	0	11

Paris - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
7 Fred Patterson	6	3	8	0	0	0	0	2	3	5	1	0	0	2	5
16 Angel Rodriguez	14	4	7	4	5	2	4	0	0	0	2	0	0	2	9
18 Brandon Littles	2	1	3	0	0	0	0	0	6	6	2	2	0	4	6
23 LeChaun Duhart	13	5	8	3	4	0	0	0	6	6	5	1	0	2	20
26 Latreavin Black	7	3	6	1	3	0	2	2	5	7	1	2	0	4	8
27 Miles Meredith	4	2	8	0	0	0	0	2	4	6	1	2	0	0	7
60 Ian Konek	15	5	17	5	12	0	0	0	5	5	1	0	2	1	10
71 Warren Richardson	11	5	8	1	1	0	0	1	5	6	1	1	0	1	15
93 Taymont Lindsey	10	5	7	0	0	0	0	0	3	3	9	0	0	2	18
250 Elafayette Stone	6	3	5	0	0	0	0	3	1	4	0	1	1	0	10

Game 4: Athens v Buenos Aires

Athens - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
8 Lamine Komara	10	4	8	0	2	2	2	0	3	3	0	1	0	1	9
9 Davon Berry	3	1	5	1	2	0	0	0	2	2	4	1	0	2	4
14 Ferdinand Handy Jr.	12	4	7	4	7	0	1	0	4	4	3	0	1	0	16
49 Stephon Auguste	9	3	6	1	4	2	2	1	3	4	2	1	1	3	11
172 Greg Bowie II	13	5	10	1	3	2	2	0	5	5	3	0	0	6	10
177 Trey Nelson	16	6	7	2	3	2	3	1	5	6	8	4	0	0	32
178 Tristan Dick	10	4	7	1	3	1	1	2	0	2	5	1	0	4	11
186 Kris Wyche	21	9	12	3	5	0	0	3	6	9	2	2	0	1	30
205 Damione Thomas	6	3	6	0	0	0	0	1	3	4	2	1	2	1	11

Buenos Aires - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
6 Jalen Johnson	12	5	9	0	1	2	3	7	7	14	1	2	0	1	23
15 Brandin Tucker	0	0	4	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	0	0	0	0	-2
22 Da'Zhon Wyche	13	5	10	3	7	0	0	2	1	3	3	2	0	1	15
34 Wisdom Kowouto	0	0	5	0	1	0	0	3	4	7	0	1	0	2	1
35 Ellis Jones	8	3	4	2	2	0	0	0	1	1	2	2	0	3	9
53 Jalen Patterson	6	2	5	0	2	2	2	0	2	2	2	2	0	5	4
56 Jordyn Vicente	4	1	3	0	0	2	2	0	1	1	5	0	0	1	7
75 Courtney Anderson	15	5	17	5	10	0	0	1	2	3	0	1	0	2	5
87 CJ Weathers	12	5	13	0	2	2	3	1	2	3	0	2	0	0	8
94 Quinn White	9	4	6	1	1	0	0	1	1	2	4	0	0	2	11

Game 5: Barcelona v Paris

Barcelona - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
2 Curtis Coleman	4	2	6	0	1	0	0	3	1	4	4	1	0	1	8
3 David Johnson	6	3	7	0	2	0	2	2	2	4	0	1	1	2	4
4 Karlyn Kenner	4	1	6	0	4	2	3	0	4	4	4	3	0	0	9
13 Jalen King	7	2	5	1	3	2	2	3	3	6	3	4	0	0	17
17 Meekness Payne	14	5	7	1	2	3	3	1	2	3	0	0	1	4	12
20 Corey Foster	10	3	6	1	2	3	5	3	2	5	2	0	0	1	11
41 Jonathan Fisher	13	4	6	3	3	2	3	1	0	1	0	1	0	0	12
46 Jace Bass	11	5	13	1	4	0	1	3	4	7	4	3	1	3	14
58 ED Lee	0	0	3	0	2	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	0	2	-2
88 Philbert Weekes	17	7	11	0	0	3	3	4	8	12	0	0	0	1	24

Paris - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
7 Fred Patterson	5	2	8	1	2	0	0	3	1	4	2	0	1	2	4
16 Angel Rodriguez	3	1	5	1	4	0	0	2	1	3	0	1	0	1	2
18 Brandon Littles	0	0	3	0	2	0	0	0	2	2	1	0	0	4	-4
23 LeChaun Duhart	16	6	10	4	8	0	0	0	2	2	0	2	0	3	13
26 Latreavin Black	13	6	9	0	1	1	2	3	2	5	4	3	0	0	21
27 Miles Meredith	6	2	8	2	3	0	0	1	2	3	1	1	1	0	6
60 Ian Konek	6	2	9	2	9	0	0	0	5	5	1	1	0	3	3
71 Warren Richardson	2	1	7	0	1	0	0	3	3	6	2	0	0	1	3
93 Taymont Lindsey	9	3	7	1	2	2	2	2	0	2	2	2	0	1	10
205 Damione Thomas	0	0	4	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	3	-5

Game 6: Barcelona v Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
6 Jalen Johnson	11	4	7	2	4	1	1	1	4	5	0	1	1	1	14
22 Da'Zhon Wyche	8	3	7	2	4	0	0	2	7	9	5	0	0	0	18
34 Wisdom Kowouto	10	3	5	0	0	4	4	3	3	6	1	0	1	0	16
35 Ellis Jones	6	2	4	2	3	0	0	0	3	3	4	1	0	2	10
53 Jalen Patterson	5	2	9	1	5	0	0	1	4	5	5	0	0	1	7
56 Jordyn Vicente	13	6	13	1	6	0	1	0	2	2	1	1	0	0	9
75 Courtney Anderson	9	4	10	1	4	0	0	2	2	4	1	0	0	4	4
87 CJ Weathers	6	2	7	0	3	2	2	2	4	6	0	0	0	0	7
94 Quinn White	3	1	2	1	1	0	0	1	3	4	2	0	0	3	5
173 Nigel Allen	12	4	12	4	9	0	0	0	3	3	1	2	0	1	9

Barcelona - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
2 Curtis Coleman	7	3	6	0	1	1	1	0	3	3	1	0	0	2	6
3 David Johnson	8	4	9	0	2	0	0	1	4	5	0	0	2	0	10
4 Karlyn Kenner	5	2	7	1	4	0	2	1	2	3	0	1	0	0	2
13 Jalen King	2	1	5	0	2	0	0	2	3	5	2	0	0	1	4
17 Meekness Payne	7	3	8	0	2	1	1	0	3	3	0	0	0	2	3
20 Corey Foster	6	3	6	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	0	0	6
41 Jonathan Fisher	2	0	4	0	1	2	2	1	1	2	2	3	0	2	3
46 Jace Bass	12	4	12	2	4	2	4	1	3	4	1	1	0	1	7
58 ED Lee	3	1	8	1	7	0	0	1	7	8	2	0	0	2	4
88 Philbert Weekes	9	4	9	0	0	1	3	3	2	5	0	0	0	1	6

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FIBA EUROPE CUP

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Miha LAPORNIK

Levice
(194-G-1993)
Avg: 19.8

19.8

19.3

17.2

17.1

16.8

Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Anwil and Cholet to clash for title - by Eurobasket News

Kauhajoki - Anwil 63-67

Anwil outrebounded Kauhajoki 37-25 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Phil Greene IV (187-1992, college: St.John's) scored 17 points to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Malik Williams (211-1998, college: Louisville) chipped in 9 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Forward Dikembe Dixson (201-1996, college: UIC) responded with 16 points and guard Cameron Jones (193-1989, college: NAU, agency: BIG) scored 10 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Anwil: P.Greene IV 17+3reb+2ast, V.Sanders 12+3reb, L.Petrasek 10+5reb, M.Williams 9+10reb, K.Laczynski 4+2reb+3ast, J.Sobin 4+5reb+2ast
Kauhajoki: D.Dixson 16+4reb+2ast, S.Kaukiainen 12+1reb+2ast, C.Jones 10+4reb+3ast, H.Kantonen 8+3reb+3ast, L.Skinner 8+3reb, J.Crockett 6+7reb

Cholet - Kalev/Cramo 81-59

Cholet Basket had a 33-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. Boris Dallo (196-1994) notched a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and American guard Dominic Artis (188-1993, college: UTEP, agency: Pensack Sports) supported him with 20 points and 5 assists. Even 18 points by American Wesley Van Beck (191-1996, college: Houston) did not help to save the game for Kalev/Cramo. His fellow American import point guard Alterique Gilbert (183-1997, college: Wichita St.) added 11 points and 4 assists for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Cholet: D.Artis 20+2reb+5ast, H.Robineau 16+4reb, B.Dallo 11+11reb+6ast, P.Ellis 9+3reb+1ast, N.Sako 8+6reb, E.Goudou-Sinha 8+3reb+1ast
Kalev/Cramo: W.Van Beck 18+4reb+1ast, A.Gilbert 11+3reb+4ast, T.Hugo 9+3reb, A.Konontsuk 8+1reb+2ast, K.Hermet 7+4reb+2ast, O.Kovliar 3+3reb+1ast

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FINLAND

1st Division B Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Raholan P. reach Finals - by Eurobasket News

SEMIS

Kataja Ta. - PuHu Juniorit 94-69

The game without a history. Kataja Ta. led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was German Robin Danes (197-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Otto Frilander (186-2002) chipped in 29 points (perfect from downtown making all five shots). Four Kataja Ta. players scored in double figures. Point guard Valtteri Leino (183-1995) produced 15 points and 6 assists and guard Niki Juntunen (188-2001) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games.
Top scorers:
Kataja Ta.: F.Otto 29+3reb+1ast, D.Robin 25+10reb+2ast, M.Veikka 15+2reb+9ast, C.Reece 15+11reb+6ast, P.Otso 4+3reb+1ast, K.Tatu 3+1ast
PuHu Juniorit: V.Leino 15+4reb+6ast, V.Samuel 14+9reb, N.Juntunen 14+6reb+3ast, R.Tony 7+2reb, J.Salmi 5+3reb+3ast, J.Jarvinen 4+11reb+4ast

Raholan P. - HyPo 95-66

The game without a history. Raholan P. led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American guard David Gonzalvez (193-1987, college: Richmond) had a triple-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Olli Kanerva (198-1996) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. American forward Arinze Obiora (196-1997, college: UMass Dartmouth) responded with 19 points and 9 rebounds and forward Kalle Mattila (199-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four HyPo players scored in double figures. 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:
Raholan P.: D.Gonzalvez 21+12reb+11ast, O.Kanerva 18+9reb+2ast, N.Veikko 14+6reb+1ast, A.Mavrodiev 9+4reb+1ast, A.Tuomo 8+5reb, J.Niemi 6+4reb+6ast
HyPo: A.Obiora 19+9reb+3ast, T.Honka 13+3reb+2ast, R.Hinkkanen 12+4reb+1ast, M.Kalle 12+10reb+3ast, V.Jimi 5+3reb+3ast, W.Barry Jr. 2+4reb

Ira Lee (ex Vilpas) is a newcomer at Hawks - by Hugh McAuliffe

Hawkes Bay Hawks (NBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 25-year old American forward Ira Lee (203cm-111kg-1998, college: GWU) for season 2023. Lee just played at Vilpas in Finnish Korisliiga. In 11 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.3ppg, 9.0rpg, 1.4apg and 1.0bpg last season. Good year as he was named League Player of the Week. He also played for ALM Evreux in French ProB where in 6 games he averaged 7.8ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.2apg.
His college team won Pac-2012 Tournament in 2018.
Lee graduated from George Washington University in 2022 and it is his first season as a professional player. He played also for University of Arizona for 4 years.

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FRANCE

Stats Leaders - ProA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Victor WEMBANYAMA

Leva.
(224-F-2004)
Avg: 21.0

21.0

20.9

20.9

20.8

18.2

Stats Leaders - N1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Illan PIETRUS

Strasbourg
(187-G-2005)
Avg: 21.9

21.9

21.9

21.2

19.1

18.9

Cheick Sekou-Conde claims French NM1 weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Guinean Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-F-1992) put on an amazing game in the last round for Rennes and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents NM1 Player of the Week award for round 7 (Second Stage).
The 30-year old forward had the game-high 28 points adding six rebounds and two assists for Rennes in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Orchies (#10, 2-5) 82-79. Thanks to this victory Rennes moved-up to the 4th position in French NM1. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Rennes will need more victories to improve their 4-3 record. Sekou-Conde has many years of experience at Rennes, through which he has constantly improved. Sekou-Conde has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (6th best: 16.2ppg) and averages solid 54.8% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young point guard Victor Mopsus (179-PG-1999) of Toulouse. Mopsus impressed basketball fans with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Bad luck as Toulouse lost that game 78-84 to the lower-ranked Besancon (#8, 2-5). This loss caused Toulouse to drop to 5th position in Group B. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 3-3 record is not bad and everything may still change. Mopsus is one of the most experienced players at Toulouse and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Guillaume Valayer (201-F/C-1996) of Besancon (#8). Valayer scored 18 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of Besancon, leading his team to a 84-78 win against the higher-ranked Toulouse (#5, 3-3). Besancon can only dream about fighting for top spots in Group B. They have rather bad season and 2-5 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Valayer has a very solid season. In 32 games in France he scored 6.8ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jaraun Burrows (203-F-1985) of Andrezieux - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists
5. Matthias Flosse (210-PF-1998) of Boulogne - 21 points and 5 rebounds
6. Franck Yangue (205-F/C-1990) of Feurs CTC - 14 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Luka Nikolic (209-F/C-1994) of Boulogne - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Michael Craion (197-F-1989) of Chartres - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Kevin Mondesir (204-PF-1991) of Lorient - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Patrick Clerence (204-C/F-1988) of Challans - 18 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)

NM1 Round 7 (Second Stage): SPO Rouen lose to Poitiers - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Round in NM1 means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Poitiers where host Poitiers (4-3) edged league's leader SPO Rouen (5-2) 85-82 on Tuesday evening. Poitiers looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by SPO Rouen helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Alexis Dargenton (203-1994, college: Utah St.) fired 17 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American Courtney Stockard (196-1995, college: St.Bonaventure) chipped in 21 points. American-Jamaican Andell Cumberbatch (195-1993, college: St.Bonaventure) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. SPO Rouen's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Poitiers have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. SPO Rouen at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Pont-de-Cheruy. SPO Rouen will play next round against strong Union Rennes trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Poitiers will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked Mulhouse on the road.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked C'Chartres as it allowed them to take a leadership position. C'Chartres edged 8th ranked Mulhouse at home 73-71. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Guyanese forward Gide Noel (200-1993) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Michael Craion contributed with 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. C'Chartres' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Maltese-American forward Aaron Falzon (203-1996, college: Quinnipiac) answered with 9 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for Mulhouse. C'Chartres have a solid series of four victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Mulhouse lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Mulhouse will play next round against Poitiers trying to get back on the winning streak. C'Chartres will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Caen on the road.
An interesting game where SO Maritime Boulogne (#5) beat host Vendee Challans (#6) 91-80 on Tuesday evening. It was a great evening for Wendell Davis who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 6 assists. SO Maritime Boulogne's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Patrick Clerence responded with 18 points and 7 rebounds. SO Maritime Boulogne (4-3) moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Vendee Challans keeps the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. SO Maritime Boulogne will meet at home Tours (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Vendee Challans will play against Besancon and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 7 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Caen was defeated by Vitre in a road game 59-51. Rennes beat Orchies at home 82-79. Le Havre lost to Loon-Plage on the opponent's court 72-75. Rueil managed to outperform Andrezieux in a home game 65-57. Winless Lyon recorded a loss to Tours on the road 83-65. Toulouse was defeated by Besancon on its own court 78-84. Feurs CTC lost to undefeated Lorient in a road game 77-86.
The best stats of 7th round was 18 points and 12 rebounds by Luka Nikolic of Boulogne.

Poitiers - Rouen 85-82

Round in NM1 means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Poitiers where host Poitiers (4-3) edged league's leader SPO Rouen (5-2) 85-82 on Tuesday evening. Poitiers looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by SPO Rouen helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Alexis Dargenton (203-1994, college: Utah St.) fired 17 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American Courtney Stockard (196-1995, college: St.Bonaventure) chipped in 21 points. Four Poitiers players scored in double figures. American-Jamaican Andell Cumberbatch (195-1993, college: St.Bonaventure) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and Moroccan power forward Mohamed Choua (202-1992) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. SPO Rouen's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Poitiers have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. SPO Rouen at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Pont-de-Cheruy. SPO Rouen will play next round against strong Union Rennes trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Poitiers will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked Mulhouse on the road.
Top scorers:
Rouen: A.Cumberbatch 16+12reb+2ast, W.Mensah 13+2ast, M.Choua 12+7reb+2ast, G.Lobela-Nkuna 9+1reb, F.Fortas 9+1reb+1ast, C.Nadolny 8+2reb
Poitiers: C.Stockard 21+2reb+3ast, A.Dargenton 17+9reb+1ast, K.Omoerah 15+4reb+4ast, B.Coulibaly 11+9reb+2ast, M.Durand 10, A.Mensah 4+1reb+7ast

Vitre - Caen 59-51

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Vitre and 7th ranked Caen had identical 3-3 record. This time Vitre used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Caen 59-51 on Tuesday night. Vitre dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Caen's 20. It was a great evening for point guard Louis Prolhac (177-1991) who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points. Forward Calvin Jubenot (198-1986) helped adding 10 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side power forward Mounir Bernaoui (203-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Parfait NJiba (199-1989) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Vitre (4-3) moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Caen lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Vitre will meet STB Le Havre (#6) on the road in the next round. Caen will play against the league's leader C'Chartres and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Caen: P.N'Jiba 12+5reb, M.Bernaoui 10+14reb+4ast, V.Lucas 7+4reb, J.Awich 5+2reb+1ast, R.El Amrani 4+3reb, F.Thibedore 3+1reb+2ast
Vitre: L.Prolhac 13+4reb+3ast, C.Jubenot 10+6reb+1ast, V.Fandelet 10+2reb, B.Hugo 8+2reb+5ast, H.Tom 8+3reb+2ast, T.Pothion 6+5reb+1ast

Rennes - Orchies 82-79

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Union Rennes (4-3) edged at home 9th ranked Orchesien BC (2-5) 82-79 on Tuesday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Union Rennes forced 22 Orchesien BC turnovers. Union Rennes looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for Guinean forward Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-1992) who led his team to a victory scoring 28 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Lucas Fontaine (180-1996) helped adding 10 points and 5 assists. Union Rennes' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Lithuanian Augustinas Venckus (190-1997) responded with 17 points and 6 assists and swingman Joffrey Verbeke (195-1987) scored 10 points and 5 assists. Four Orchesien BC players scored in double figures. Union Rennes maintains third place with 4-3 record having just three points less than leader Pont-de-Cheruy, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Orchesien BC dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Union Rennes will meet league's second-placed SPO Rouen on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Orchesien BC will play against Loon-Plage (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Orchies: A.Venckus 17+4reb+6ast, G.Duro 14+2reb+2ast, M.Benhamed 14+2reb, J.Verbeke 10+3reb+5ast, A.Rigaux 8+5reb+3ast, A.Prugnieres 7+4reb+1ast
Rennes: C.Sekou-Conde 28+6reb+2ast, G.Harvey 10+1reb+6ast, L.Fontaine 10+2reb+5ast, L.Behrend 8+8reb+1ast, E.Guillaume 7+7reb+2ast, J.Sclear 6+5reb+2ast

Chartres - Mulhouse 73-71

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked C'Chartres as it allowed them to take a leadership position. C'Chartres edged 8th ranked Mulhouse at home 73-71. C'Chartres players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Guyanese forward Gide Noel (200-1993) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. American-Icelandic forward Michael Craion (197-1989, college: ORU) contributed with 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four C'Chartres players scored in double figures. C'Chartres' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Maltese-American forward Aaron Falzon (203-1996, college: Quinnipiac) answered with 9 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and Florian Pouaveyoun (203-1999) added 12 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Mulhouse. C'Chartres have a solid series of four victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Mulhouse lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Mulhouse will play next round against Poitiers trying to get back on the winning streak. C'Chartres will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Caen on the road.
Top scorers:
Mulhouse: M.Benjamin 18+2reb+2ast, A.Dudit 14+2reb+4ast, F.Pouaveyoun 12+9reb+2ast, A.Falzon 9+12reb+5ast, F.Loubaki 8+2reb+5ast, V.Serrano 8+7reb
Chartres: G.Noel 16+5reb+4ast, M.Craion 14+7reb+2ast, V.Mukuna 11+4reb, Y.Siegwarth 10+3reb+6ast, D.Ugo 9+3reb+4ast, P.Bouloukouet 5+8reb+1ast

Loon-Plage - Le Havre 75-72

There was a minor upset when 6th ranked STB Le Havre (3-4) was edged on the road by eighth ranked Loon-Plage (3-4) 75-72 on Tuesday. Loon-Plage made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for Seraphin Saumont (200-1994) who led his team to a victory scoring 11 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Point guard Antoine Rojewski (194-2000) helped adding 21 points. Loon-Plage's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Valentin Bigote (196-1992) responded with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Senegalese center Serigne Barro (208-1995) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Loon-Plage moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated STB Le Havre. Loon-Plage will meet Orchesien BC (#10) in the next round. STB Le Havre will play against Vitre (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Le Havre: S.Barro 19+6reb, V.Bigote 14+8reb+6ast, F.Thomas 11+3reb+6ast, D.Nseke Ebele 11+3reb+1ast, A.Da Silva 9+2reb+4ast, G.Louis 3+1reb
Loon-Plage: R.Antoine 21+3reb+1ast, F.Cissoko 13+6reb, D.Christopher 12+4reb+1ast, S.Saumont 11+9reb+6ast, P.Hannequin 9+3reb+6ast, R.Anderson Jr. 6+4reb+1ast

Rueil - Andrezieux 65-57

Rather predictable result when second ranked Rueil (5-2) beat at home 5th ranked Andrezieux (3-4) 65-57 on Tuesday. It was a great evening for the former international forward Jean-Frederic Morency (200-1989) who led his team to a victory scoring 14 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Matteo Legat (191-1996) helped adding 15 points and 7 rebounds. Rueil's coach Denis Mettay used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Bahamas forward Jaraun Burrows (203-1985, college: PFW) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and point guard Louis Weber (186-1998) scored 8 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Rueil have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Andrezieux dropped to the sixth place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Rueil will meet Feurs CTC (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Andrezieux will play against Toulouse and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Andrezieux: H.Dumortier 14+4reb+1ast, J.Burrows 12+8reb+7ast, P.Diop 9+5reb+2ast, M.Diarra 8+3reb, L.Weber 8+7reb+7ast, H.Cosse 2+2reb
Rueil: M.Legat 15+7reb+1ast, J.Morency 14+6reb+3ast, F.Braga 8+7reb+2ast, A.Sumbry 8+5reb, W.Racine 7+3reb+3ast, S.Ricard 7+2reb+1ast

Tours - Lyon 83-65

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Lyon (0-6) was defeated on the road by third ranked Tours (5-2) 83-65 on Tuesday. Tours made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Tours had a 34-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for Congolese forward Rigo Edzata (203-1997) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points and 6 rebounds. Center Thibault Daval-Braquet (210-1997) helped adding 10 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side Bahamas Aaron Levarity (203-1997, college: Milligan) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 16 rebounds and power forward Thimotee Bazille (203-1999) scored 16 points. Five Tours and four Lyon players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tours have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Lyon still closes the standings with six games lost. Tours will meet SO Maritime Boulogne (#4) in the next round. Lyon will play against the league's leader Lorient (#1) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Lyon: T.Bazille 16+3reb, S.Plaucoste 13+2reb+1ast, A.Levarity 11+16reb+2ast, D.Gana 10+3reb+2ast, P.Romain 6+3ast, T.Rey 5+2reb
Tours: R.Edzata 16+6reb+1ast, S.Suggs 12+2reb+2ast, P.Drouault 11+2reb+5ast, T.Daval-Braquet 10+6reb+2ast, J.Tchicamboud 10+5reb+3ast, V.Valentin 8+3ast

Toulouse - Besancon 78-84

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Besancon (2-5) won against on the road 4th placed Toulouse (3-3) 84-78 on Tuesday. Besancon had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for power forward Guillaume Valayer (201-1996) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Serbian swingman Nikola Knezevic (200-1999) helped adding 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Besancon players scored in double figures. At the losing side point guard Victor Mopsus (179-1999) responded with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and Cedric Andre (202-1993) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Toulouse's coach let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Besancon moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Toulouse dropped to the fifth position with three games lost. Besancon will meet at home higher ranked Vendee Challans (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Toulouse will play against Andrezieux and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Toulouse: V.Mopsus 23+7reb+7ast, C.Andre 11+7reb, O.Yao-Delon 9+1reb, T.Gottin 9+7reb, M.Kimbrough 9+2ast, S.Mekdad 5+2reb+4ast
Besancon: N.Knezevic 19+6reb+3ast, J.Boucaud 19+2reb+4ast, G.Valayer 18+10reb+3ast, M.Riley 14+10reb+3ast, F.Prenom 9+3reb+2ast, A.Elechi 3+5reb

Lorient - Feurs CTC 86-77

There was no surprise when 8th ranked Feurs CTC (2-5) was defeated on the road by leader Lorient (7-0) 86-77 on Tuesday. Lorient looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for Guinean point guard Ahmed Doumbia (195-1989) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Kevin Mondesir (204-1991) helped adding 16 points and 11 rebounds. At the losing side Cameroonian power forward Franck Yangue (205-1990, agency: Inception Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and guard Yanis Harrath (178-1998) scored 17 points and 4 assists. Four Feurs CTC players scored in double figures. Lorient have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Feurs CTC lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Lorient will meet Lyon (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Feurs CTC will play against the league's second-placed Rueil and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Feurs CTC: H.Yanis 17+3reb+4ast, F.Yangue 14+11reb+2ast, C.Gurgey 11+1reb+2ast, E.Djedje 11+5reb, D.Archinard 10+2reb+9ast, J.Zero 7+3reb
Lorient: A.Doumbia 21+7reb+6ast, K.Mondesir 16+11reb+3ast, Q.Hanck 14+3reb+1ast, I.Djambo 9+6reb+4ast, A.Adala 7+5reb+2ast, I.Saounera 7+1reb+4ast

Challans - Boulogne 80-91

An interesting game where SO Maritime Boulogne (#5) beat host Vendee Challans (#6) 91-80 on Tuesday evening. SO Maritime Boulogne looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman Wendell Davis (197-1995, college: Ashland) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 6 assists. Serbian-Montenegrin power forward Luka Nikolic (209-1994) helped adding 18 points and 12 rebounds. SO Maritime Boulogne's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side power forward Patrick Clerence (204-1988) responded with 18 points and 7 rebounds and Bahamas forward Radshad Davis (195-1996, college: FIU) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. SO Maritime Boulogne (4-3) moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Vendee Challans keeps the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. SO Maritime Boulogne will meet at home Tours (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Vendee Challans will play against Besancon and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Challans: P.Clerence 18+7reb+1ast, R.Davis 17+7reb+1ast, T.Desseignet 11+5reb+1ast, J.Bichard 9+4reb+3ast, J.Jones 7+3reb+1ast, M.Gosselin 6+2reb
Boulogne: W.Davis 27+3reb+6ast, M.Flosse 21+5reb, L.Nikolic 18+12reb+3ast, M.Gountas 8+3reb+2ast, T.Vincent 6+1reb+1ast, P.Truffert 5+3reb+2ast

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GEORGIA

Geogian Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Kyle RIDDLEY

Batumi
(192-G-1996)
Avg: 23.1

23.1

22.6

20.3

19.0

18.9

A League Round 1 of Finals. Orbi record first win - by Eurobasket News

Orbi - Iverioni 94-87

Orbi defeated Iverioni in the Finals opener. The hosts trailed by 6 points after three quarters before their 36-23 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Orbi looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Iverioni helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The game was dominated by American players. Forward Marcale Lotts (201-1994, college: Canisius, agency: MSG) fired 26 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Kenny Cooper (183, college: Tennessee St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 assists and 4 steals. Lotts is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Orbi's coach Irakli Tomaradze used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Jermaine Head (183-1997, college: WILMU) produced 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Victor Lewis II (196-1997, college: York, NE) added 22 points respectively for lost side. Five Orbi and four Iverioni players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Orbi: M.Lotts 26+8reb+2ast, K.Cooper 14+3reb+12ast, D.Addie 14+2reb+3ast, Q.Davis 13+5reb, M.Chochua 12+6reb+3ast, N.Lolishvili 5+2reb+2ast
Iverioni: V.Lewis II 22+2reb+3ast, J.Head 20+8reb+6ast, L.Giorgadze 12+7reb+4ast, I.Lewis 10+1reb+4ast, J.Haslem 10+5reb, M.Bazuashvili 9+7reb+2ast

A League Round 2 of Finals. Orbi take 2-0 lead - by Eurobasket News

Orbi - Iverioni 100-86

The hosts were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. Orbi looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American point guard Kenny Cooper (183, college: Tennessee St.) who scored 30 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (on 12-of-13 shooting from the field). The former international swingman Mikhail Chochua (193-1987) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. American point guard Jermaine Head (183-1997, college: WILMU) produced 19 points and 9 assists and his fellow American import guard Isaiah Lewis (185, college: RWC) added 18 points respectively for the guests. 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:
Orbi: K.Cooper 30+6reb+7ast, M.Chochua 15+6reb+3ast, D.Addie 14+6reb+3ast, M.Lotts 11+6reb+2ast, Q.Davis 8+4reb, N.Lolishvili 6+5reb+1ast
Iverioni: J.Head 19+4reb+9ast, I.Lewis 18+4reb+1ast, M.Bazuashvili 12+5reb, L.Giorgadze 10+7reb, K.Nikoloz 7+1ast, V.Lewis II 7+3reb+4ast

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GERMANY

Stats Leaders - 1.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Eric WASHINGTON

Heid.
(183-PG-1993)
Avg: 19.0

19.0

19.0

18.4

18.3

18.0

Stats Leaders - 2.Bundesliga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Lovell CABBIL

Karlsruhe
(188-PG-1997)
Avg: 17.4

17.4

17.2

16.9

16.4

16.3

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GREECE

Stats Leaders - A1

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Loukas MAVROKEFALIDIS

Ioni.
(207-C-1984)
Avg: 21.1

21.1

16.9

16.8

16.6

16.3

Greek A2 round 25 best performance: Marios Poulianitis - by Eurobasket News

Guard Marios Poulianitis (190-G-1998) had a very impressive game in the last round for Kavalas, receiving a Hoops Agents A2 Player of the Week award for round 25.
The 24-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, seven rebounds and five assists) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Papagou (#8, 14-11) 95-87. Kavalas maintains the 16th position in Greek A2. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked at the very bottom. They already lost 21 games and recorded just three victories. In the team's last game Poulianitis had a remarkable 71.4% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Marios Poulianitis averages this season 11.5ppg and 5.6rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young Ioannis Molfetas (194-G/F-1992) of Charilaos. Molfetas had a very good evening with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course he led Charilaos to another comfortable win 93-80 over slightly higher-ranked Megaridas (#10, 12-12) being unquestionably team leader. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Charilaos keeps 11th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-13 record. Molfetas is a newcomer at Charilaos, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was another Kavalas' star - American guard Antwain Johnson (188-G-1997, agency: Green Sports Management). Johnson scored 28 points and passed four assists. He was another key player of Kavalas, helping his team with a 95-87 win against the higher-ranked Papagou (#8, 14-11). Kavalas can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 3-21 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Johnson has individually a great season in Greece. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.5ppg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Lefteris Karalefteris (180-SG-1998) of FEA Filadelfeia - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Zack Bryant (188-G-1997) of Ermis S. - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Eirinaios Balos (205-F/C-1999) of Papagou - 20 points and 5 rebounds
7. Michalis Kamperidis (206-F/C-1994) of AO Triton - 19 points and 11 rebounds
8. Kostas Efstratiou (185-G-1998) of Panerythraikos - 11 points, 4 rebounds and 12 assists
9. Manolis Matalliotakis (202-F/C-1994) of Panerythraikos - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Kevion Taylor (196-G/F-1999) of Iraklis - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 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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ICELAND

Stats Leaders (Men)

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Robert TURNER III

Stjarnan
(190-PG-1993)
Avg: 29.0

29.0

28.2

22.6

20.3

20.3

Review of Subway League Round 1 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

Valur - Stjarnan 89-94

The game without a history. Stjarnan led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Worth to mention a great performance of Danish guard Adama Darboe (190-1986, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. The former international power forward Hlynur Baeringsson (199-1982, agency: IceBasket) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. British forward Callum Lawson (198-1996, college: ACU, agency: Players Group) answered with 23 points and the former international guard Kari Jonsson (192-1997, college: Drexel) added 16 points and 6 assists in the effort for Valur. Five Stjarnan and four Valur players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Valur: C.Lawson 23+4reb+2ast, K.Jonsson 16+3reb+6ast, P.Bertone 13+4reb+2ast, K.Acox 10+6reb+4ast, S.Astthor 8+1reb, H.Stefansson 8+8reb+4ast
Stjarnan: A.Moore 20+4reb+1ast, A.Darboe 17+8reb+8ast, W.Gutenius 17+5reb, D.Jonsson 16+3reb+2ast, H.Baeringsson 15+11reb+1ast, I.Kristjan 6+4reb

Njardvik - Grindavik 87-84

Grindavik trailed by 15 points after 3 quarters before a 32-20 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 84-87 at the end of the game. Njardvik made 23-of-26 free shots (88.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Argentinian-Italian point guard Nicolas Richotti (183-1986) fired 29 points and 4 assists for the winners. Argentinian Lisandro Rasio (197-1990) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds. The former international guard Olafur Olafsson (194-1990) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds and Greek center Gaios Skordilis (207-1987, agency: Diamond Sports) added 16 points and 14 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Grindavik: O.Olafsson 27+11reb+1ast, G.Bragi 19+2reb+1ast, G.Skordilis 16+14reb, D.Pitts 13+4reb+11ast, K.Gylfason 5+3reb+4ast, V.Vasylius 4+2reb+2ast
Njardvik: N.Richotti 29+1reb+4ast, D.Basile 16+4reb+4ast, M.Matasovic 15+8reb+4ast, L.Rasio 13+15reb+1ast, M.Baginski 8+1reb+1ast, H.Palsson 6+7reb+4ast

Haukar - Thor Thorl 90-83

The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Thor Thorl won third quarter 18-16. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Haukar looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international guard Hilmar Henningsson (195-2000) stepped up and scored 32 points and 4 assists for the winners and Danish forward Daniel Mortensen (204-1994, college: Barry) chipped in 15 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. At the losing side American-French forward Jordan Semple (201-1992, college: Chico St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds and international swingman Styrmir Thrastarson (200-2001, college: Davidson, agency: Blacktop Management) scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Thor Thorl: J.Semple 23+11reb+1ast, V.Shahid 18+5reb+4ast, S.Thrastarson 17+5reb+7ast, P.Hernandez 12+4reb, D.Agustsson 6+2reb+1ast, T.Tomas 3+1reb
Haukar: H.Henningsson 32+2reb+4ast, D.Mortensen 15+11reb+6ast, D.Davis 12+2reb+7ast, G.Orri 10+5reb+2ast, D.Halldorsson 7+1reb+1ast, K.Alexander 6+2reb+2ast

Keflavik - Tindastoll 107-114

The guests trailed by 5 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 114-107. Tindastoll made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The former international point guard Sigtryggur Bjornsson (180-1993, college: St.Mary's) stepped up and scored 26 points and 7 assists for the winners and Lithuanian center Adomas Drungilas (207-1990) chipped in 22 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side Lithuanian center Dominykas Milka (203-1992, college: St.Rose, NY) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Halldor Hermannsson (188-1997) scored 20 points and 8 assists. Four Tindastoll and five Keflavik players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Keflavik: D.Milka 26+12reb+5ast, E.Ayala 20+8reb+1ast, H.Hermannsson 20+3reb+8ast, I.Maric 16+7reb+5ast, S.Olafur 11+7reb+2ast, D.Okeke 9+3reb
Tindastoll: S.Bjornsson 26+2reb+7ast, A.Drungilas 22+10reb+2ast, K.Woods 21+2reb+9ast, T.Badmus 19+8reb+1ast, P.Birgisson 8+6reb+5ast, R.Agustsson 7+3reb

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Bey's 27 points and 7 rebounds give him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old forward Tyler Bey (201-F-1998) put on an amazing game in the last round for I.Ness Ziona and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 22.
He had the game-high 27 points adding seven rebounds for I.Ness Ziona in his team's victory, helping them to edge out H.Haifa (#10, 6-16) 88-86. Thanks to this victory I.Ness Ziona moved-up to the 6th position in Israeli league. I.Ness Ziona 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 11-11 record. In the team's last game Bey had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. He turned to be I.Ness Ziona's top player in his first season with the team. University of Colorado graduate has very impressive stats this year. Bey is in league's top in points (2nd best: 20.9ppg), rebounds (9th best: 7.1rpg) and averages solid 62.3% FGP and 41.5% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Justin Tillman (203-F-1996) of H.Haifa. He is American forward in his first season at H.Haifa. In the last game Tillman recorded impressive 28 points and 9 rebounds. Bad luck as H.Haifa was edged by slightly lower-ranked I.Ness Ziona (#6, 11-11) 88-86. This loss caused H.Haifa to drop to 4th position in the standings. 16 lost games are too many comparing to just six victories H.Haifa managed to get this year. Tillman is one of the most experienced players at H.Haifa and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Ben Moore (203-F-1995) of H.Be'er Sheva (#8). Moore scored 22 points and passed eight assists. He was a key player of H.Be'er Sheva, leading his team to a 103-89 easy win against slightly lower-ranked H.Gilboa Galil (#9, 4-18). The chances of H.Be'er Sheva ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 12 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Moore could help H.Be'er Sheva to bring them higher in the standings. Moore has a great season in Israel. After 21 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.2ppg (9th best) and rebounds with 8.5rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. David Efianayi (188-G-1995) of H.Be'er Sheva - 29 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Robert Franks (201-F-1996) of H.Gilboa Galil - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Itay Segev (205-C/F-1995) of H.Jerusalem - 11 points and 10 rebounds
7. Zachary Hankins (211-C-1996) of H.Jerusalem - 12 points and 9 rebounds
8. Xavier Munford (193-G-1992) of H.Tel-Aviv - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Shaq Buchanan (190-G-1997) of I.Ness Ziona - 20 points and 5 rebounds
10. D.J. Cooper (183-PG-1990) of I.Ness Ziona - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 11 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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stats leader

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Marco LAGANA

Mont.
(197-SG-1993)
Avg: 23.3

23.3

21.9

19.6

18.9

17.1

Best players of Italian Serie B round 25 - by Eurobasket News

Marco Pasqualin (178-PG-1997) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader RO Luiss and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Serie B Player of the Week award for round 25.
The 25-year old playmaker had the game-high 27 points adding nine rebounds and six assists for RO Luiss in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Avellino (#8, 13-12) 95-93. It allowed RO Luiss to consolidate first place in the Italian Serie B. RO Luiss have a solid 21-4 record. In the team's last game Pasqualin had a remarkable four three-pointers out of 6 attempts. It's his second year at RO Luiss and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Pasqualin has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in assists (5th best: 5.3apg) and averages solid 2.2spg and 51.6% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young shooting guard Marco Lagana (197-SG-1993) of Montecatiniterme. Lagana impressed basketball fans with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. It was enough for Montecatiniterme to edge slightly lower-ranked Gallarate (#11, 10-15) by 3 points 82-79. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in Group A. But Montecatiniterme managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 9th place. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-14 record. Lagana is a newcomer at Montecatiniterme and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.7ppg (#1). He also registered 7.5 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was Simone Aromando (200-F-1997, agency: SLN) of second-ranked Faenza. Aromando scored 28 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Faenza, leading his team to a 80-79 win against the lower-ranked San Miniato (#13, 6-18). Faenza is closer and closer to top of the standings in Group C. They will still need more victories. But 20-4 record is not that bad... Aromando has a great season in Italy. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.1ppg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Janko Cepic (203-PF-1999) of Cassino - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Giacomo Eliantonio (206-C-1988) of Avellino - 27 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Anfernee Hidalgo (180-C-1996) of Romagna - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Giacomo Baldini (190-SF-1996) of San Vendemiano - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Alberto Conti (195-G/F-1998) of Mestre - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Luca Fabiani (200-PF-2002) of Brianza Casa - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Arsenije Stepanovic (206-F/C-2000) of Crema - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists

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

Serie A2 Round 1 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News

The Second Stage in Serie A2 just started. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise of round 1 in Serie A2 took place in Cividale where host Cividale crushed Milano Urania 89-62 on Saturday evening. Cividale made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Cividale had a 35-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Naturalized American Dalton Pepper (197-1990, college: Temple, agency: SLN) fired 23 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Argentinian point guard Lucio Redivo (183-1994) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists. Cividale's coach Stefano Pillastrini felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Naturalized Albanian power forward Rei Pullazi (202-1993) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Milano Urania will play next round against strong Udine trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Cividale will try to continue on its current victory against Torino on the road.
Latina defeated Rimini on the road 73-69. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Andy Cleaves II (188-1996, college: CS Stanislaus) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Samuele Moretti contributed with 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Jazz Johnson (178-1996, college: Nevada) answered with 26 points for Rimini. Rimini's coach Mattia Ferrari rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Trapani on the court of Nardo on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Nardo 101-86. Ruben Zugno stepped up and scored 30 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. At the losing side Federico Massone responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Other games of round 1 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Treviglio defeated Cento in a road game 88-77. Pistoia was beaten by Cantu at home 60-65. Vanoli Cremona won against Forli on the opponent's court 64-60. Fortitudo BO unfortunately lost to Torino in a home game 89-92. Winless Piacenza recorded a loss to Udine on the road 80-90. Ravenna was defeated by Juvi Cremona on its own court 82-84. Rieti Kienergia was beaten by Chieti in a road game 79-67. San Severo won against RO SAzzurra at home 76-72. Monferrato unfortunately lost to Mantova on the opponent's court 69-74. Chiusi recorded a loss to Agrigento in a home game 79-84.

Cento - Treviglio 77-88

There was no surprise when Cento was defeated at home by Treviglio 88-77 on Sunday. Treviglio outrebounded Cento 40-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. Guard Marco Giuri (196-1988) stepped up and scored 17 points and 5 assists (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) for the winners and the former international forward Eric Lombardi (201-1993) chipped in 11 points and 12 rebounds. Treviglio's coach Alessandro Finelli used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side French forward Dominique Archie (201-1987, college: S.Carolina) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Giovanni Tomassini (188-1988) scored 14 points and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Treviglio will meet at home Forli in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Cento will play against Cantu and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cento: D.Archie 17+5reb+1ast, G.Tomassini 14+2reb+6ast, G.Zilli 12+7reb, F.Mussini 11+3reb+2ast, D.Toscano 9+5reb, D.Marks 8+2reb+4ast
Treviglio: M.Giuri 17+3reb+5ast, J.Clark 13, B.Sacchetti 11+4reb+2ast, E.Lombardi 11+12reb, D.Bruttini 10+2reb+1ast, A.Marcius 10+6reb+2ast

Pistoia - Cantu 60-65

No shocking result in a game when Cantu defeated on the road Pistoia 65-60 on Sunday. Cantu made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The former international forward Matteo Da Ros (204-1989) stepped up and scored 10 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and Croatian point guard Roko Rogic (187-1992) chipped in 10 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Cantu players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Jordon Varnado (198-1997, college: Troy) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and British forward Carl Wheatle (200-1998, agency: Octagon Europe) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Cantu will meet at home Cento in the next round. Pistoia will play against Vanoli Cremona and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pistoia: J.Varnado 19+7reb, C.Wheatle 10+11reb+2ast, Z.Copeland 9+1reb+4ast, L.Saccaggi 8+1ast, D.Magro 6+7reb, G.Della Rosa 5+2reb
Cantu: S.Nikolic 11+10reb, L.Bucarelli 11+4reb, R.Rogic 10+7reb+5ast, M.Da Ros 10+7reb+6ast, F.Stefanelli 8+1reb, D.Hunt 8+8reb+1ast

Forli - Vanoli Cremona 60-64

There was a minor upset when Forli was defeated at home by Vanoli Cremona 64-60 on Sunday. American power forward AJ Pacher (208-1992, college: Wright St., agency: Players Group) stepped up and scored 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and Cameroonian power forward Paul Eboua (203-2000, agency: SLN) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side American Nathan Adrian (206-1995, college: WVU, agency: Diamond Sports) responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds and the other American import guard Vincent Sanford (193-1990, college: Dayton) scored 17 points. Vanoli Cremona will meet at home Pistoia in the next round. Forli will play against Treviglio and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Forli: N.Adrian 18+9reb+1ast, V.Sanford 17+3reb+1ast, D.Cinciarini 15+3reb, G.Gazzotti 4+4reb, F.Valentini 2+1reb, L.Pollone 2+5reb+1ast
Vanoli Cremona: A.Pacher 14+7reb, P.Eboua 12+5reb, M.Alibegovic 7+3reb+2ast, T.Lacey 7+6reb+3ast, A.Pecchia 6+2reb+3ast, L.Caroti 6+1reb+2ast

Cividale - Milano Urania 89-62

The biggest surprise of round 1 in Serie A2 took place in Cividale where host Cividale crushed Milano Urania 89-62 on Saturday evening. Cividale made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Cividale had a 35-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Naturalized American Dalton Pepper (197-1990, college: Temple, agency: SLN) fired 23 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Argentinian point guard Lucio Redivo (183-1994) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists. Four Cividale players scored in double figures. Cividale's coach Stefano Pillastrini felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Naturalized Albanian power forward Rei Pullazi (202-1993) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and American forward Kyndahl Hill (201-1994, college: Weber St.) added 10 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Milano Urania will play next round against strong Udine trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Cividale will try to continue on its current victory against Torino on the road.
Top scorers:
Milano Urania: M.Ebeling 12+7reb+1ast, R.Pullazi 11+11reb+2ast, K.Hill 10+9reb+1ast, N.Potts 9+7reb+1ast, G.Piunti 9+3reb, A.Amato 7+1reb+7ast
Cividale: D.Pepper 23+8reb, L.Redivo 21+3reb+5ast, M.Aristide 11+3reb+3ast, M.Gabriele 10+5reb+1ast, G.Dell'Agnello 10+1ast, L.Battistini 8+13reb

Fortitudo BO - Torino 89-92

Rather predictable result in Bologna where Torino edged Fortitudo BO 92-89 on Sunday. American-Iraqi guard Demario Mayfield (196-1991, college: Angelo St.) stepped up and scored 19 points and 5 assists for the winners and point guard Simone Pepe (184-1993, agency: SLN) chipped in 24 points. At the losing side the former international guard Matteo Fantinelli (195-1993) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international power forward Francesco Candussi (211-1994) scored 18 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Torino will meet at home Cividale in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Fortitudo BO will play against Piacenza and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Fortitudo BO: F.Candussi 18+3reb+1ast, M.Thornton 17+2reb+1ast, M.Fantinelli 15+14reb+6ast, A.Panni 11+2reb+3ast, V.Cucci 9+6reb+2ast, S.Barbante 6+3reb
Torino: S.Pepe 24+2reb+2ast, D.Mayfield 19+4reb+5ast, T.Guariglia 15+4reb+2ast, M.Schina 10+3reb+1ast, L.Vencato 10+5reb+7ast, R.Jackson Jr. 9+12reb+1ast

Udine - Piacenza 90-80

Not a big story in a game when Piacenza was defeated on the road by Udine 90-80 on Sunday. They made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. Udine forced 22 Piacenza turnovers. American point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) stepped up and scored 25 points and 4 assists for the winners and the former international center Marco Cusin (211-1985, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds. Four Udine players scored in double figures. At the losing side swingman Luca Cesana (196-1997) responded with 26 points and 8 assists and guard Federico Miaschi (200-2000) scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Udine will meet Milano Urania on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Piacenza will play against Fortitudo BO and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Piacenza: L.Cesana 26+4reb+8ast, F.Miaschi 19+5reb+4ast, N.Gajic 8+6reb, M.Portannese 8+1reb, D.Pascolo 7+8reb+1ast, B.Skeens 6+4reb+3ast
Udine: I.Briscoe 25+3reb+4ast, D.Monaldi 15+3ast, M.Cusin 11+8reb+3ast, A.Gentile 10+4reb+1ast, E.Esposito 9+7reb+3ast, F.Pellegrino 7+4reb

Ravenna - Juvi Cremona 82-84

But Ravenna was not able to use a home court advantage and was edged by the opponent from Cremona 84-82 on Sunday night. American point guard Trevon Allen (188-1998, college: Idaho) stepped up and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and Austrian-American forward Bryce Douvier (201-1991, college: TAMUCC) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side American point guard Kendall Anthony (173-1993, college: Richmond) responded with 19 points and 8 assists (made all of his eight free throws) and naturalized Argentinian guard Bernardo Musso (193-1986, agency: Interperformances) scored 19 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Juvi Cremona will meet at home Chieti in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ravenna will play against Monferrato in Casale and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ravenna: K.Anthony 19+2reb+8ast, B.Musso 19+4reb+3ast, J.Vrankic 11+6reb, T.Oxilia 10+2reb, B.Vittorio 9+6reb+1ast, P.Danilo 6+3reb
Juvi Cremona: T.Allen 18+6reb+1ast, B.Douvier 14+6reb+1ast, V.Luca 13+6reb+2ast, E.Fanti 11+7reb+2ast, F.Nasello 9+2reb+3ast, D.Reati 7+2reb+2ast

Chieti - Rieti Kienergia 79-67

Chieti used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Rieti 79-67 on Sunday night. Chieti made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Chieti outrebounded Rieti Kienergia 44-31 including a 38-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. American Terrence Roderick (198-1988, college: UAB) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and center Andrea Ancellotti (212-1988) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Four Chieti players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Darryl Tucker (201-1995, college: UWF) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and Maurizio Del Testa (187-1989) scored 19 points. Chieti will meet Juvi Cremona on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Rieti Kienergia will play against San Severo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rieti Kienergia: D.Tucker 23+12reb+3ast, M.Del Testa 19+2reb+1ast, M.Tassone 6+2ast, D.Bonacini 5+3ast, P.Paci 5+4reb+2ast, M.Timperi 4+8reb
Chieti: M.Mastellari 19+3ast, A.Ancellotti 16+8reb, T.Roderick 14+15reb+7ast, M.Serpilli 11+6reb+1ast, G.Spizzichini 10+4reb, D.Jackson 5+3reb

San Severo - RO SAzzurra 76-72

San Severo used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Roma 76-72 on Sunday night. San Severo made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. American power forward Ed Daniel (202-1990, college: Murray St., agency: Green Sports Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and his fellow American import Nik Raivio (193-1986, college: Portland, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Five San Severo players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Duane Wilson (190-1994, college: Texas A&M) responded with 22 points and the former international point guard Jacopo Giachetti (191-1983) scored 12 points (made all of his eight free throws). San Severo will meet Rieti Kienergia on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. RO SAzzurra will play against Mantova and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
RO SAzzurra: D.Wilson 22+3reb+1ast, S.Givens 12+2reb, J.Giachetti 12+4reb+3ast, I.Emmanuel 8+8reb+3ast, V.Matteo 6+3reb, L.Nikolic 5+6reb+2ast
San Severo: B.Matteo 17+2reb+4ast, E.Daniel 14+11reb+5ast, I.Lupusor 12+3reb, N.Raivio 11+9reb+3ast, A.Sabatino 10+3reb+2ast, M.Jerkovic 6+4reb+2ast

Mantova - Monferrato 74-69

Mantova used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Casale 74-69 on Sunday night. American point guard Keshun Sherrill (175-1994, college: Augusta) stepped up and scored 21 points for the winners and the former international power forward Antonio Iannuzzi (208-1991) chipped in 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Four Mantova players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Kodi Justice (199-1995, college: Arizona St.) responded with 28 points (made all of his seven free throws) and the former international power forward Niccolo Martinoni (203-1989) scored 12 points. Mantova will meet RO SAzzurra in the next round. Monferrato will play against Ravenna and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Monferrato: K.Justice 28+4reb+1ast, N.Martinoni 12+4reb+2ast, A.Sarto 9+5reb+1ast, P.Karl 5+1reb, L.Valentini 4+2ast, A.Carver 3+12reb+1ast
Mantova: K.Sherrill 21+3reb+3ast, G.Veronesi 17+4reb+2ast, G.Janelidze 13+5reb+1ast, A.Iannuzzi 13+11reb+2ast, L.Ross 7+1reb+1ast, R.Cortese 3+5reb+2ast

Nardo - Trapani 101-86

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Trapani on the court of Nardo on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Nardo 101-86. They made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game, while Trapani only scored five points from the stripe. Point guard Ruben Zugno (187-1996, agency: Players Group) stepped up and scored 30 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and swingman Andrea La Torre (204-1997) chipped in 27 points and 11 rebounds. At the losing side point guard Federico Massone (191-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international power forward Andrea Renzi (206-1989, agency: Players Group) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Four Trapani players scored in double figures. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Trapani: F.Massone 29+11reb+8ast, V.Guaiana 14+4reb+2ast, S.Davis 12+6reb+2ast, A.Renzi 11+8reb+1ast, K.Tsetserukou 8+3reb+1ast, M.Mollura 5+4reb+1ast
Nardo: R.Smith 32+3reb+3ast, R.Zugno 30+7reb+5ast, A.La Torre 27+11reb+1ast, N.Paolo 8+3reb, B.Samuele 4+2reb+1ast, A.Donda 0+6reb+1ast

Chiusi - Agrigento 79-84

Rather predictable result when Agrigento beat on the road Chiusi 84-79 on Sunday. Agrigento made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. Agrigento outrebounded Chiusi 45-34 including 16 on the offensive glass. Point guard Alessandro Grande (185-1994) stepped up and scored 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Lorenzo Ambrosin (195-1997, agency: SLN) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his eight free throws). At the losing side center Luca Possamai (209-2001) responded with 14 points and 8 rebounds and American point guard Lester Medford Jr (178-1993, college: Baylor) scored 19 points. Four Agrigento and five Chiusi players scored in double figures. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Chiusi: L.Medford Jr. 19+1reb+2ast, D.Utomi 16+2reb+1ast, P.Luca 14+8reb+1ast, R.Bolpin 12+4reb+3ast, I.Ikangi 10+7reb+3ast, D.Bozzetto 4+6reb+2ast
Agrigento: A.Grande 21+7reb+4ast, L.Ambrosin 16+6reb+4ast, D.Francis 15+4reb+2ast, C.Costi 10+7reb+1ast, K.Marfo 10+6reb+2ast, A.Chiarastella 7+10reb+2ast

Rimini - Latina 69-73

Latina defeated Rimini on the road 73-69. Latina forced 21 Rimini turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Andy Cleaves II (188-1996, college: CS Stanislaus) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Samuele Moretti (197-1998, agency: SLN) contributed with 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Jazz Johnson (178-1996, college: Nevada) answered with 26 points and point guard Andrea Tassinari (187-1996, agency: SLN) added 15 points in the effort for Rimini. Rimini's coach Mattia Ferrari rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Rimini: J.Johnson 26+1ast, A.Tassinari 15+2reb+2ast, D.Meluzzi 13+1reb+3ast, S.Masciadri 7+9reb, A.Landi 5+7reb+2ast, S.Anumba 3+9reb+1ast
Latina: A.Cleaves II 20+6reb+10ast, S.Moretti 17+7reb+2ast, Y.Rodriguez 13+6reb+4ast, S.Parrillo 9+5reb, A.Cicchetti 9+7reb+2ast, D.Giordano 5+3reb+1ast

Best players of Italian Serie A2 round 1 (Second Stage) - by Hoops Agents - by Eurobasket News

Ruben Zugno (187-PG-1996, agency: Players Group) had an amazing evening in the last round for Nardo and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Serie A2 Player of the Week award for round 1 (Second Stage).
The 26-year old playmaker had the game-high 30 points adding seven rebounds and five assists for Nardo in his team's victory, helping them to beat Trapani (3-2) 101-86. Nardo is placed at 3rd position in Italian Serie A2. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost two games earlier this stage. Nardo will need more victories to improve their 3-2 record. In the team's last game Zugno had a remarkable 57.1% from 2-point range and got seven three-pointers out of 12 attempts. He just recently signed at Nardo, being already a very valuable addition to the team.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Darryl Tucker (201-F-1995) of Rieti Kienergia. Tucker impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Rieti Kienergia lost that game 67-79 to Chieti (4-3). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Tucker is a newcomer at Rieti Kienergia and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was another Nardo's star - Andrea La Torre (204-F/G-1997). La Torre scored 27 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was another key player of Nardo, helping his team with a 101-86 easy win against #4 ranked Trapani in a game of the week. Nardo needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Group White. Their record at this point is 3 victories and 2 lost games. La Torre has a very solid season. In 27 games in Italy he scored 8.5ppg. He also has 5.4rpg, FGP: 57.7% and 3PT: 40.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Andy Cleaves II (188-G-1996) of Latina - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists
5. Federico Massone (191-PG-1998) of Trapani - 29 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists
6. Russ Smith (183-PG-1991) of Nardo - 32 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Isaiah Briscoe (190-PG-1996) of Udine - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Kendall Anthony (173-PG-1993) of Ravenna - 19 points, 2 rebounds and 8 assists
9. Matteo Fantinelli (195-G-1993) of Fortitudo BO - 15 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Kodi Justice (199-G-1995) of Monferrato - 28 points and 4 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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Stats Leaders - JBL Superleague

Stats Leaders

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APG

SPG

BPG

Perrin BUFORD

Shimane SM
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22.0

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20.4

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Yuto Yamanouchi commits to Portland - by Eurobasket News

University of Portland agreed terms with 19-year old Japanese power forward Yuto Yamanouchi (6'9''). Yamanouchi moved there from Lamar University where he spent his sophmore year. In 28 games he had 6.9ppg and 7.1rpg last season.
He played also at Earthfriends Tokyo Z in 2021-2022.
Yamanouchi was a member of Japanese U19 National Team two years ago.

(via @VerbalCommits)

B1 League Round 49: Osaka E. defeat Ryukyu GK in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 49 in the B1 League took place in Okinawa. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of much higher ranked Ryukyu GK (37-11) to fifth ranked Osaka E. (22-26) 89-88 on Wednesday evening. Strangely Ryukyu GK outrebounded Osaka E. 33-21. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard DJ Newbill (193-1992, college: Penn St.) stepped up and scored 34 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds for the winners and power forward Sean OMara (208-1995, college: Xavier, agency: Inception Sports) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). At the losing side power forward Jack Cooley (206-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Osaka E. moved-up to third place, which they share with Hitachi SRT. Ryukyu GK at the other side keeps the second position with 11 games lost. Osaka E. is looking forward to face Nagoya DD (#4) at home in the next round. Ryukyu GK will play against Kyoto H. and is hoping to win this game.
Eighth-ranked Shiga L-Stars (10-38) gave a tough game to seventh ranked Kyoto H. (18-30). Kyoto H. managed to secure only two-point victory 78-76. However their fans expected easier game. Canadian-Filipino guard Matthew Wright (193-1991, college: St.Bonaventure) nailed 22 points, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and Jarrod Uthoff accounted for 11 points and 8 rebounds. Croatian power forward Ivan Buva (207-1991) came up with 29 points and 9 rebounds for Shiga L-Stars in the defeat. Shiga L-Stars' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Kyoto H. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with San-en NP. Shiga L-Stars at the other side dropped to the seventh position with 38 games lost. They share it with Toyama G.. Kyoto H. will play against league's second-placed Ryukyu GK in Okinawa in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Shiga L-Stars will play on the road against FE Nagoya (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Tokyo. Second ranked host Alvark Tokyo (36-12) defeated 3rd placed Tochigi Brex (24-24) 81-67. Sebastian Saiz fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 15 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for the winners. Josh Scott produced 17 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Tochigi Brex's coach let to play twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alvark Tokyo maintains second place with 36-12 record having just five point less than leader Shimane SM, which they share with Hiroshima D. Defending champion Tochigi Brex keeps the third position with 24 games lost. They share it with Akita NH and Gunma CT. Alvark Tokyo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tochigi Brex will play against Ibaraki R. and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 49: Gunma CT lost to Chiba Jets on the opponent's court 81-89. Nagoya DD outscored San-en NP in a home game 92-63. Sendai 89ers recorded a loss to Hokkaido L. on the road 82-74. Ibaraki R. were defeated by Akita NH on its own court 70-76. Hiroshima D. beat FE Nagoya in a road game 73-65. Shimane SM won against Sea Horses M. at home 85-71. Kawasaki BT managed to outperform Shinshu BW on the opponent's court 76-71. Toyama G. rolled over Niigata A. in a home game 75-56. Hitachi SRT was defeated by Yokohama BC on the road 82-72.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 34 points (!!!) and 16 rebounds by Charles Jackson of Yokohama BC.

Alvark Tokyo - Tochigi Brex 81-67

The game between Top Four teams took place in Tokyo. Second ranked host Alvark Tokyo (36-12) defeated 3rd placed Tochigi Brex (24-24) 81-67. Alvark Tokyo made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Alvark Tokyo outrebounded Tochigi Brex 35-22 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Spanish Sebastian Saiz (205-1994, college: Ole Miss) fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 15 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for the winners. Swingman Zack Baranski (193-1992) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Four Alvark Tokyo players scored in double figures. American power forward Josh Scott (208-1993, college: Colorado, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 17 points and 9 rebounds and the former international guard Yusuke Endo (185-1989) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Tochigi Brex's coach let to play twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alvark Tokyo maintains second place with 36-12 record having just five point less than leader Shimane SM, which they share with Hiroshima D. Defending champion Tochigi Brex keeps the third position with 24 games lost. They share it with Akita NH and Gunma CT. Alvark Tokyo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tochigi Brex will play against Ibaraki R. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Alvark Tokyo: S.Saiz 27+15reb+2ast, J.Cobbs 13+1reb+6ast, Y.Hirotaka 10+1reb+2ast, Z.Baranski 10+10reb+2ast, G.Hiraiwa 7+3reb+2ast, A.Kirk 7+2reb+1ast
Tochigi Brex: J.Scott 17+9reb+1ast, I.Fotu 13+2reb, Y.Endo 13+3reb+2ast, H.Watanabe 7+1reb+2ast, M.Hiejima 7+2reb+6ast, S.Kitagawa 5

Chiba Jets - Gunma CT 89-81

Rather expected game when 4th placed Gunma CT (24-24) was defeated on the road by first ranked Chiba Jets (42-6) 89-81 on Wednesday. Chiba Jets looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward John Mooney (206-1998, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. His fellow American import forward Victor Law (201-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Chiba Jets players scored in double figures. Naturalized American forward Michael Parker (202-1981, college: Evergreen St.) produced 17 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and American center Kaleb Tarczewski (212-1993, college: Arizona) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Gunma CT's coach Kota Mizuno gave the chance to play for ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Chiba Jets maintains first place with 42-6 record. Gunma CT lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the third position with 24 games lost. They share it with Tochigi Brex and Akita NH. Chiba Jets will meet Sendai 89ers (#6) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Gunma CT will play against Hokkaido L. in Sapporo and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Chiba Jets: V.Law 21+9reb+4ast, J.Mooney 18+15reb+5ast, Y.Togashi 17+6ast, C.Smith 15+3reb+1ast, S.Hara 12+5ast, O.Asato 6+2reb
Gunma CT: M.Parker 17+9reb+1ast, K.Tarczewski 17+6reb+1ast, N.Namizato 14+2reb+7ast, R.Yamazaki 8+1reb+1ast, S.Teru 7+1reb, J.Keenan 6+7reb+4ast

Nagoya DD - San-en NP 92-63

Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Nagoya DD (35-13) smashed at home 6th ranked San-en NP (18-30) 92-63 on Wednesday. Nagoya DD dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to San-en NP's 32. Nagoya DD forced 20 San-en NP turnovers. American forward Coty Clarke (201-1992, college: Arkansas) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. His fellow American import power forward Scott Eatherton (206-1991, college: Northeastern) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Four Nagoya DD players scored in double figures. Kazuki Hosokawa (187-1997) produced 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Morihisa Yamauchi (173-1990) added 16 points and 4 steals respectively for lost side. Nagoya DD have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 35-13 record. Loser San-en NP keeps the sixth position with 30 games lost. They share it with Kyoto H.. Nagoya DD will meet Osaka E. (#5) on the road in the next round. San-en NP will play against Shinshu BW and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Nagoya DD: C.Clarke 25+12reb+8ast, S.Eatherton 21+10reb+3ast, T.Harimoto 14+2reb, Y.Suda 13+2reb+2ast, T.Nakahigashi 9+3reb, T.Nakatsuka 6
San-en NP: H.Kazuki 18+5reb+4ast, M.Yamauchi 16+4reb+1ast, A.Tsuchiya 10+3reb+1ast, K.Kanamaru 6+1reb, F.Ravena 5+4reb+2ast, K.O'Quinn 4+6reb+6ast

Hokkaido L. - Sendai 89ers 82-74

There was a minor upset in Sapporo where 6th ranked Sendai 89ers (17-31) were defeated by eighth ranked Hokkaido L. (14-34) 82-74 on Wednesday. Hokkaido L. outrebounded Sendai 89ers 39-27 including 29 on the defensive glass. American forward Shawn Long (208-1993, college: Louisiana, agency: Pensack Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 17 rebounds for the winners. Australian forward Brock Motum (208-1990, college: WSU) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Rashawn Thomas (203-1994, college: TAMUCC) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import Nathan Boothe (206-1994, college: Toledo) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Hokkaido L. maintains eighth place with 14-34 record. Newly promoted Sendai 89ers keep the sixth position with 31 games lost. Hokkaido L. will meet at home higher ranked Gunma CT (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sendai 89ers will play against the league's leader Chiba Jets having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Hokkaido L.: S.Long 36+17reb+2ast, B.Motum 15+9reb+1ast, D.Ramos 8+3reb+6ast, S.Terazono 7+3reb+3ast, M.Yuta 4+2reb+1ast, S.Froling 4+5reb
Sendai 89ers: N.Boothe 17+5reb+1ast, R.Thomas 15+11reb+2ast, O.Taiki 11, Y.Aoki 8+2reb+4ast, R.Kobayashi 7+4ast, K.Sawabe 7+1reb+1ast

Ibaraki R. - Akita NH 70-76

Everything went according to plan in Mito where fifth ranked Akita NH (24-24) beat 7th ranked Ibaraki R. (16-32) 76-70 on Wednesday. They outrebounded Ibaraki R. 47-36 including 33 on the defensive glass. Akita NH looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American center Steve Zack (211-1992, college: La Salle) fired a double-double by scoring 12 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. His fellow American import Stanton Kidd (202-1992, college: Colorado St.) chipped in 23 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Chehales Tapscott (195-1990, college: Portland St.) produced 8 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Asahi Tajima (173-1988) added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ibaraki R.'s coach Richard Glesmann gave the chance to play for ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Akita NH moved-up to third place, which they share with Tochigi Brex and Gunma CT. Loser Ibaraki R. keeps the seventh position with 32 games lost. Akita NH will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ibaraki R. will play against Tochigi Brex (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Akita NH: S.Kidd 23+9reb+1ast, S.Zack 12+16reb+6ast, O.Sota 10+2reb+1ast, R.Yasuoka 10+4reb+3ast, T.Nakayama 6+6reb+4ast, T.Ito 6+1reb+2ast
Ibaraki R.: A.Hirao 15+2ast, A.Tajima 14+6reb+5ast, N.Kohei 13+2reb+1ast, E.Jacobsen 11+8reb+2ast, C.Tapscott 8+11reb+7ast, Y.Hayato 4+4reb+1ast

Kyoto H. - Shiga L-Stars 78-76

Eighth-ranked Shiga L-Stars (10-38) gave a tough game to seventh ranked Kyoto H. (18-30). Kyoto H. managed to secure only two-point victory 78-76. However their fans expected easier game. Canadian-Filipino guard Matthew Wright (193-1991, college: St.Bonaventure) nailed 22 points, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and American forward Jarrod Uthoff (203-1993, college: Iowa) accounted for 11 points and 8 rebounds. Croatian power forward Ivan Buva (207-1991) came up with 29 points and 9 rebounds and Filipino guard Kiefer Isaac Ravena (181-1993) added 12 points and 5 assists respectively for Shiga L-Stars in the defeat. Shiga L-Stars' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Kyoto H. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with San-en NP. Shiga L-Stars at the other side dropped to the seventh position with 38 games lost. They share it with Toyama G.. Kyoto H. will play against league's second-placed Ryukyu GK in Okinawa in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Shiga L-Stars will play on the road against FE Nagoya (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kyoto H.: M.Wright 22+3reb+5ast, K.Yoshiaki 13+2reb+5ast, J.Uthoff 11+8reb+3ast, C.Diallo 9+10reb, R.Aoki 9+1ast, T.Ozawa 6+1reb+1ast
Shiga L-Stars: I.Buva 29+9reb+3ast, K.Isaac Ravena 12+3reb+5ast, T.Kashiwagura 9+1reb+6ast, K.Martin 8+8reb+2ast, D.Jones 6+2reb+1ast, W.Hayato 5+3reb+1ast

FE Nagoya - Hiroshima D. 65-73

There was no surprise when 6th ranked FE Nagoya (20-28) was defeated at home by third ranked Hiroshima D. (36-12) 73-65 on Wednesday. American forward Kerry Blackshear Jr (208-1997, college: Florida) fired 19 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. His fellow American import forward Nick Mayo (206-1997, college: EKU, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 9 points and 5 assists. Hiroshima D.'s coach Kyle Milling used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. International Luke Evans (203-1991, college: CBU) produced 20 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Jeremy Jones (201-1996, college: Gonzaga) added 14 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Hiroshima D. have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Alvark Tokyo. FE Nagoya lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the fifth position with 28 games lost. They share it with Sea Horses M.. Hiroshima D. will meet at home league's leader Shimane SM in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. FE Nagoya will play against Shiga L-Stars (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hiroshima D.: K.Blackshear Jr. 19+8reb+4ast, N.Tsuji 9+2reb+1ast, N.Mayo 9+3reb+5ast, D.Evans 8+6reb, T.Ryo 6+2ast, I.Murphy 6+1reb+1ast
FE Nagoya: L.Evans 20+7reb+3ast, J.Jones 14+4reb+5ast, A.Randall 10+4reb+1ast, K.Ishikawa 8+1ast, N.Hiromu 7+1reb+2ast, J.Williams III 4+6reb+1ast

Ryukyu GK - Osaka E. 88-89

The most exciting game of round 49 in the B1 League took place in Okinawa. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of much higher ranked Ryukyu GK (37-11) to fifth ranked Osaka E. (22-26) 89-88 on Wednesday evening. Strangely Ryukyu GK outrebounded Osaka E. 33-21. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard DJ Newbill (193-1992, college: Penn St.) stepped up and scored 34 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds for the winners and power forward Sean OMara (208-1995, college: Xavier, agency: Inception Sports) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). At the losing side power forward Jack Cooley (206-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and power forward Josh Duncan (203-1986) scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Ryukyu GK players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Osaka E. moved-up to third place, which they share with Hitachi SRT. Ryukyu GK at the other side keeps the second position with 11 games lost. Osaka E. is looking forward to face Nagoya DD (#4) at home in the next round. Ryukyu GK will play against Kyoto H. and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Osaka E.: D.Newbill 34+6reb+3ast, S.O'Mara 16+3reb+5ast, K.Makoto 11+3reb+1ast, R.Goda 10+1reb, I.Brown 7+3reb+3ast, T.Suzuki 3+2reb+7ast
Ryukyu GK: J.Duncan 16+7reb+5ast, J.Cooley 16+13reb, K.Imamura 12+4reb+4ast, K.Flippin 10+2reb+5ast, A.Durham 10+3reb+2ast, R.Kishimoto 9+2ast

Shimane SM - Sea Horses M. 85-71

No shocking result in a game when first ranked Shimane SM (41-7) won against at home 5th ranked Sea Horses M. (20-28) 85-71 on Wednesday. Shimane SM looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Perrin Buford (198-1994, college: MTSU, agency: Pensack Sports) fired a triple-double by scoring 10 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists for the winners. Australian Nick Kay (206-1992, college: MSU Denver) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Four Shimane SM players scored in double figures. American forward Quincy Miller-Scott (206-1992, college: Baylor, agency: Slash Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import power forward Davante Gardner (203-1991, college: Marquette) added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Shimane SM have an impressive series of eighteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 41-7 record. Loser Sea Horses M. keeps the fifth position with 28 games lost. They share it with FE Nagoya. Shimane SM will meet Hiroshima D. (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Sea Horses M. will play against Toyama G. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Shimane SM: N.Kay 22+10reb+2ast, R.Travis 13+8reb+1ast, R.Shirahama 11+2reb+1ast, P.Buford 10+14reb+14ast, S.Ando 7+2reb+2ast, T.Shota 7+1reb+2ast
Sea Horses M.: Q.Miller-Scott 23+13reb, D.Gardner 14+9reb+2ast, T.Nakamura 8+2reb+1ast, Y.Nishida 7+2reb+1ast, S.Alston Jr. 7+2reb+3ast, N.Satoshi 4+1reb+7ast

Shinshu BW - Kawasaki BT 71-76

Rather expected game in Nagano where 4th placed Shinshu BW (21-27) was defeated by first ranked Kawasaki BT (31-17) 76-71 on Wednesday. Kawasaki BT made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Strangely Shinshu BW outrebounded Kawasaki BT 46-33 including 16 on the offensive glass. The former international power forward Nick Fazekas (211-1985, college: Nevada) fired a double-double by scoring 31 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Yuto Nohmi (181-1997) chipped in 12 points and 7 assists. Kawasaki BT's coach Kenji Sato used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The former international forward Josh Hawkinson (208-1995, college: WSU) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and American Anthony McHenry (202-1983, college: Georgia Tech) added 10 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Kawasaki BT maintains first place with 31-17 record. Loser Shinshu BW keeps the fourth position with 27 games lost. Kawasaki BT will meet at home league's second-placed Yokohama BC in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Shinshu BW will play against San-en NP in Hamamatsu and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kawasaki BT: N.Fazekas 31+11reb+1ast, N.Yuto 12+4reb+7ast, Y.Fujii 11+3reb+4ast, J.Heath 9+10reb+2ast, S.Maeta 7+1reb+1ast, T.Hasegawa 6+2reb+1ast
Shinshu BW: J.Hawkinson 23+10reb+4ast, K.Ko 13+4reb+2ast, A.McHenry 10+12reb+4ast, O.Yuta 9+1reb+5ast, K.Mitsui 8+3reb, A.Matthew 6+4reb

Toyama G. - Niigata A. 75-56

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Toyama G.'s (10-38) home victory over 8th ranked Niigata A. (8-40) 75-56 on Wednesday. Toyama G. forced 21 Niigata A. turnovers. American center Joshua Smith (208-1992, college: Georgetown) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. British forward Myles Hesson (198-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. Jamaican center Kofi Cockburn (213-1999, college: Illinois) produced 14 points and 9 rebounds and Hungarian-American Rosco Allen (208-1993, college: Stanford, agency: Pensack Sports) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Toyama G. maintains seventh place with 10-38 record, which they share with Shiga L-Stars. Loser Niigata A. keeps the eighth position with 40 games lost. Toyama G. will meet higher ranked Sea Horses M. (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Niigata A. will play against Hitachi SRT in Tokyo and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Toyama G.: J.Smith 20+12reb+2ast, M.Hesson 20+8reb+3ast, N.Gadson 15+1reb+4ast, K.Shuto 6+3reb+3ast, R.Ono 5+5reb+3ast, U.Shunsuke 4+2reb+1ast
Niigata A.: T.Sugimoto 14+2reb, K.Cockburn 14+9reb, R.Allen 9+6reb+3ast, K.Aluma 8+5reb+5ast, M.Yuta 7+2reb, S.Reon 2+2reb+7ast

Yokohama BC - Hitachi SRT 82-72

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd placed Hitachi SRT's (22-26) road loss to second ranked Yokohama BC (30-18) 72-82 on Wednesday. Yokohama BC outrebounded Hitachi SRT 44-33 including 34 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. Center Charles Jackson (208-1993, college: Tenn Tech) fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 16 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners. Devin Oliver (204-1992, college: Dayton) chipped in a double-double by scoring 27 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Kevin Jones (206-1989, college: WVU) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists and Ryan Kelly (211-1991, college: Duke) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Hitachi SRT players scored in double figures. Hitachi SRT's coach Tsutomu Isa gave the chance to play for eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Yokohama BC maintains second place with 30-18 record behind leader Shimane SM. Loser Hitachi SRT keeps the third position with 26 games lost. They share it with Osaka E.. Yokohama BC will meet league's leader Kawasaki BT in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hitachi SRT will play against Niigata A. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Yokohama BC: C.Jackson 34+16reb+3ast, D.Oliver 27+15reb+5ast, O.Takeru 5+2reb, M.Morikawa 5+1reb+1ast, E.Morris 4+5reb, S.Koya 3+2reb+1ast
Hitachi SRT: R.Kelly 19+7reb+3ast, K.Jones 15+16reb+6ast, L.Vendrame 11+2reb+5ast, G.Kojima 11+2reb+1ast, I.Soichiro 6+1reb+1ast, K.Sekino 4+2reb

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Best players of Jordanian Premier League round 8 (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News

International Center Yousef Abuwazaneh (201-C-1993) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Al Riyadi and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8 (Second Stage).
The 29-year old center had a double-double of 19 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team edged out Al Ahli (5-4) 93-91. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Al Riyadi maintains the 3rd position in Jordanian Premier League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Al Riyadi will need more victories to improve their 5-4 record. In the team's last game Abuwazaneh had a remarkable 100.0% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Abuwazaneh has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 9.8rpg) and averages solid 52.6% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Zane Najdawi (201-F-1996) of second-ranked Al Ahli. Najdawi impressed basketball fans with 30 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Al Ahli was edged by Al Riyadi (5-4) 93-91. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Al Ahli still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 5-4 record is not bad at all. Najdawi is a newcomer at Al Ahli and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.5ppg (#7). His other stats are also decent: 9.5rpg and 3.5apg.

The third best performed player last round was another Al Ahli's star - American Gerard Tarin (206-F-1996). Tarin showcased his all-around game by recording 22 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was another key player of Al Ahli, helping his team with a 90-74 easy win against #1 ranked Orthodox. Al Ahli needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 5 victories and 4 lost games. Tarin has a great season in Jordan. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.3ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 11.7rpg (#1 in league). Tarin attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ahmad Obeid (197-F-1990) of Al Riyadi - 21 points and 13 rebounds
5. Amin Abuhawwas (190-G-1994) of Al Ahli - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Fadi Qarmash (180-PG-2002) of Al Ahli - 14 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists
7. Mohammad Hussein (210-C-1990) of Orthodox - 12 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Khaled Abuaboud (202-PF-1997) of Orthodox - 15 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Brandon Spearman (191-G/F-1991) of Al Riyadi - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Yazan Al Taweel (188-F-1993) of Al Riyadi - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 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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KAZAKHSTAN

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Anton BYKOV

Tobol
(200-F-1989)
Avg: 19.8

19.8

18.7

16.6

16.3

15.2

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KOSOVO

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dachon BURKE

Prizreni
(193-G-1997)
Avg: 25.7

25.7

17.4

16.9

16.7

16.3

Superliga Round 25: Peja beat Trepca by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

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

The most exciting game of round 25 in the Superliga took place in Mitrovice. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 4th placed Trepca (17-11) to first ranked Peja (21-7) 73-70 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Trepca. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of center Bradley Waldow (208-1991, college: St.Mary's, CA, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 20 rebounds. point guard Larry Thomas (188-1993, college: BSC) contributed with 10 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Peja's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Will Daniels (202-1986, college: URI) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for Trepca. Peja have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Despite that victory Peja went down to second position due to points difference. Trepca at the other side keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. Peja are looking forward to face Bashkimi (#5) in Prizren in the next round. Trepca will play on the road against Ylli in Therande and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Gjakove was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Ylli (20-8) played at the court of 6th ranked Vellaznimi (9-19). Ylli defeated Vellaznimi 89-75. American center Chris Harris (208-1997, college: Houston, agency: Inception Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 19 rebounds for the winners and Rashun Davis chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. At the losing side Jamaican-Canadian swingman Devin Johnson (196-1994, college: Toronto) responded with 27 points. Defending champion maintains third place with 20-8 record having just two points less than leader Prishtina. Newly promoted Vellaznimi keeps the sixth position with 19 games lost. Ylli will play against Trepca (#4) in Mitrovice in the next round. Vellaznimi will play at home against Prizreni and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Prizren supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Prishtina (22-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Bashkimi (11-17). Prishtina smashed Bashkimi 101-66 on Saturday. Derrick Wilson nailed 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Prishtina's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Daniel Lekndreaj came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for Bashkimi in the defeat. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Prishtina. They keep a position of league leader. Bashkimi lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifth place with 17 games lost. Prishtina will meet at home bottom-ranked Rahoveci (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bashkimi will play against the league's second-placed Peja and hope to secure a win.

In the last game of round 25 bottom-ranked Rahoveci was beaten by Prizreni on the road 94-86.

Prizreni - Rahoveci 94-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Prizreni's (8-20) home victory over bottom-ranked Rahoveci (4-24) 94-86 on Saturday. The former international center Urim Zenelaj (213-1991, agency: Interperformances) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winning side and American point guard Adam Grant (185-1997, college: Bryant) accounted for 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Gary Blackston (188-1996, college: PVAMU) came up with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and Edmond Kryeziu (194-1998) added 21 points respectively for Rahoveci in the defeat. Five Prizreni and four Rahoveci players scored in double figures. Prizreni maintains seventh place with 8-20 record. Rahoveci lost their fourth game in a row. They stay dead last with 24 lost games. Prizreni will meet higher ranked Vellaznimi (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rahoveci will play against the league's leader Prishtina having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Rahoveci: E.Kryeziu 21+4reb+2ast, G.Blackston 16+10reb+7ast, U.Karanezi 15+7reb, I.Chumakov 15+6reb+3ast, V.Ejupi 10+1ast, A.Balluku 5+3reb+5ast
Prizreni: M.Ismaili 20+6reb+2ast, U.Zenelaj 20+12reb+1ast, A.Grant 18+8reb+4ast, C.Williams 16+2reb+5ast, M.Ali Janjeva 11+9reb+1ast, W.Arnold 9+4reb+1ast

Trepca - Peja 70-73

The most exciting game of round 25 in the Superliga took place in Mitrovice. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 4th placed Trepca (17-11) to first ranked Peja (21-7) 73-70 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Trepca. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of center Bradley Waldow (208-1991, college: St.Mary's, CA, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 20 rebounds. Point guard Larry Thomas (188-1993, college: BSC) contributed with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Thomas is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Peja players scored in double figures. Peja's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Will Daniels (202-1986, college: URI) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds and forward Jamel Artis (201-1993, college: Pittsburgh) added 19 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Trepca. Peja have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Despite that victory Peja went down to second position due to points difference. Trepca at the other side keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. Peja are looking forward to face Bashkimi (#5) in Prizren in the next round. Trepca will play on the road against Ylli in Therande and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Trepca: J.Artis 19+9reb+3ast, W.Daniels 17+14reb, E.Kastrati 11+2reb+1ast, M.Tmusic 9+3reb+2ast, D.Hajrizi 6+9reb+2ast, K.Brown 5+4reb+5ast
Peja: A.Hajdari 17+1reb+1ast, J.Tate 12+8reb+1ast, B.Waldow 11+20reb+2ast, D.Joseph 10+7reb+2ast, L.Thomas 10+10reb+5ast, Q.Arianit 7+3reb

Vellaznimi - Ylli 75-89

The game in Gjakove was also worth to mention about. Third ranked Ylli (20-8) played at the court of 6th ranked Vellaznimi (9-19). Ylli defeated Vellaznimi 89-75. Ylli made 18-of-23 charity shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American center Chris Harris (208-1997, college: Houston, agency: Inception Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 19 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import point guard Rashun Davis (182-1993, college: Radford, agency: PEPI SPORT) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Davis is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Ylli players scored in double figures. At the losing side Jamaican-Canadian swingman Devin Johnson (196-1994, college: Toronto) responded with 27 points and American guard Jordan Harris (185-1999, college: GVSU) scored 21 points and 5 assists. Defending champion maintains third place with 20-8 record having just two points less than leader Prishtina. Newly promoted Vellaznimi keeps the sixth position with 19 games lost. Ylli will play against Trepca (#4) in Mitrovice in the next round. Vellaznimi will play at home against Prizreni and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Vellaznimi: D.Johnson 27+2reb+1ast, J.Harris 21+3reb+5ast, A.Koshi 8+6reb+3ast, D.Dodd 7+14reb+3ast, S.Arber 7+5reb+1ast, B.Zekiqi 3+3reb
Ylli: R.Davis 18+3reb+4ast, H.Sirko 16+1reb+3ast, P.Ardit 16+2reb+2ast, C.Harris 12+19reb, B.Ahmed 12+3reb+2ast, V.Bunjaku 9+5reb+6ast

Bashkimi - Prishtina 66-101

The game in Prizren supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Prishtina (22-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Bashkimi (11-17). Prishtina smashed Bashkimi 101-66 on Saturday. They outrebounded Bashkimi 51-32 including a 40-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Prishtina looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Bashkimi's players. American point guard Derrick Wilson (185-1992, college: Marquette) nailed 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and his fellow American import forward Nate Grimes (203-1996, college: Fresno St., agency: Agency) accounted for 12 points and 8 rebounds. Five Prishtina players scored in double figures. Prishtina's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Albanian forward Daniel Lekndreaj (192-1997) came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and international point guard Altin Morina (192-1992) added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Bashkimi in the defeat. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Prishtina. They keep a position of league leader. Bashkimi lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifth place with 17 games lost. Prishtina will meet at home bottom-ranked Rahoveci (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bashkimi will play against the league's second-placed Peja and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bashkimi: A.Morina 15+5reb+4ast, D.Lekndreaj 15+12reb+4ast, S.Samuels 11+5reb, P.Nixon 8+1reb+3ast, F.Rugova 7+4reb, D.Graf 5+5reb+3ast
Prishtina: D.Wilson 17+9reb+5ast, D.Berisha 15+3reb+3ast, Z.Lejson 13+7reb+2ast, N.Grimes 12+8reb+3ast, J.Palokaj 12+1reb+4ast, M.Rezart 10+5reb+2ast

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LATVIA

LBL D2 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ivars ZEMITIS

Bauska
(195-F-1990)
Avg: 25.7

25.7

25.3

24.7

24.3

21.0

RNBL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Kandava enter Finals - by Eurobasket News

RSU/VEF - Kandava 68-85

Kandava forced 20 RSU/VEF turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Arturs Grinbergs (190-1996) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 13 assists. Guard Guntars Strakis (188-1990) contributed with 25 points and 5 steals for the winners. Four Kandava players scored in double figures. Point guard Martins Krumins (194-2001) replied with 14 points and guard Davis Matiss Zilde (191-2000) added 10 points in the effort for RSU/VEF. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
RSU/VEF: M.Krumins 14+3reb+3ast, V.Vadims 12+2reb+1ast, D.Matiss Zilde 10+3reb+2ast, B.Raivo 9+3reb+2ast, K.Jurjans 6+4reb+1ast, B.Nils 4+1reb+2ast
Kandava: G.Strakis 25+4reb+1ast, A.Grinbergs 21+3reb+13ast, A.Strakis 15+1reb+1ast, M.Saulitis 13+10reb+1ast, I.Mastins 5+3reb+2ast, A.Fridemanis 2

Jelgava - Gulbenes Buki 88-90

Gulbenes Buki made 23-of-29 charity shots (79.3 percent) during the game. Jelgava was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Janis Antrops (191-1991) scored 25 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Ingars Aizpurs (195-1992) chipped in 22 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Point guard Kristaps Plavnieks (183-1995) responded with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Armands Senkans (200-1990) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Five Jelgava players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Jelgava: K.Plavnieks 22+5reb+8ast, A.Ginters 17+5reb, U.Feldmanis 15+2reb+1ast, A.Senkans 14+7reb+1ast, A.Justovics 11+5reb+1ast, R.Mednis 4+3reb
Gulbenes Buki: J.Antrops 25+9reb+2ast, I.Aizpurs 22+10reb+1ast, J.Engers 12+4reb+2ast, S.Bets 9+4reb, J.Dilevka 8+4reb+1ast, E.Ivanovs 6+3reb+1ast

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LBL Round 24: Al Riyadi is defeated by Beirut Club in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beirut: Beirut Club (#3) and Al Riyadi (#4). Al Riyadi was defeated at home 99-105 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Beirut Club made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. Beirut Club looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American Shabazz Muhammad (198-1992, college: UCLA) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds (on 14-of-18 shooting from the field) and the former international power forward Mohamad Haidar (203-1990, college: Michigan Tech) who added 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Kevin Murphy (197-1990, college: Tenn Tech) with 36 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. Defending champion maintains third position with 18-4 record having just three points less than leader Dynamo. Al Riyadi at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost.
Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Beirut: Sagesse (#2) and Antranik (#8). Antranik was smashed at home by 37 points 62-99 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. The winners were led by the former international guard Sergio El Darwich (193-1996, college: Maine) who scored that evening 20 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and Marc Khoueiry supported him with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Sagesse's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by Ahmad Ekkewi did not help to save the game for Antranik. Sagesse (20-2) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position behind leader Dynamo. Antranik lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with 14 games lost.
LBL top team - Dynamo (21-1) managed to deliver another win on Thursday. This time they beat tenth ranked NSA (6-16) 90-76. The best player for the winners was Zach Lofton who scored 31 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Milko Bjelica who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 17 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Dynamo have an impressive 18-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 21-1 record. NSA lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 24: Homentmen won against Atlas on the opponent's court 97-88. Liders were outscored by Sagesse in a home game 78-110. Hoops rolled over Atlas on the road 107-87. Homentmen defeated Antranik on its own court 103-94. Antranik was beaten by Liders in a road game 83-78.

Atlas - Homentmen 88-97

Rather expected game in Zahle where 11th ranked Atlas (4-18) were defeated by ninth ranked Homentmen (8-13) 97-88 on Monday. Homentmen outrebounded Atlas 57-40 including a 38-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was guard Mark Lyons (185-1989, college: Arizona) who scored 37 points (!!!) and 9 assists. DaJuan Summers (203-1988, college: Georgetown) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Myles Carter (185-1999, college: Delaware St., agency: Diamond Sports) who recorded a double-double by scoring 29 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and power forward Mason Harrell (203-1997, college: WSSU) added 19 points and 14 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Homentmen have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Atlas lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Homentmen: M.Lyons 37+3reb+9ast, D.Summers 24+15reb+3ast, D.Baghdadian 12+17reb, A.Tanios 11+9reb+2ast, T.Sakr 8+3reb, K.Mohamad 3+2ast
Atlas: M.Carter 29+10reb+8ast, M.Harrell 19+14reb, F.Pierre 17+4reb, G.Yves-Daaboul 13+3reb+4ast, F.Georges 6+7reb, M.Tarek 2+1reb+2ast

Liders - Sagesse 78-110

Rather predictable result when second ranked Sagesse (20-2) smashed on the road 5th ranked Liders (10-12) 110-78 on Monday. Sagesse dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Liders' 50. Sagesse had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Liders' players. The best player for the winners was American power forward Cliff Alexander (203-1995, college: Kansas, agency: MSG) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 15 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field). The former international guard Sergio El Darwich (193-1996, college: Maine) chipped in 17 points and 9 assists. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Stanley Davis Jr (196-1998, college: Morgan St.) who recorded 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Youssef Ghantous (191-1996) added 18 points respectively. Four Sagesse and five Liders players scored in double figures. Sagesse have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 20-2 record behind leader Dynamo. Newly promoted Liders keep the fifth place with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
Sagesse: C.Alexander 31+15reb+2ast, M.Rudy 20+5reb+1ast, S.El Darwich 17+3reb+9ast, A.Abdel Massih 13+4reb+4ast, M.Khoueiry 10+5reb+2ast, A.Mezher 8+3reb+10ast
Liders: S.Davis Jr. 23+7reb+6ast, Y.Ghantous 18+3reb+3ast, H.Mike 12+4reb+1ast, J.Makhlouf 10+10reb+1ast, A.Peacock 10+9reb+3ast, J.Nemer 5+3reb+4ast

NSA - Dynamo 76-90

LBL top team - Dynamo (21-1) managed to deliver another win on Thursday. This time they beat tenth ranked NSA (6-16) 90-76. The best player for the winners was American guard Zach Lofton (193-1992, college: NM State, agency: Slash Sports) who scored 31 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. The other American import Marlon Johnson (208-1994, college: NMHU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 19 rebounds. Four Dynamo players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian-Montenegrin forward Milko Bjelica (207-1984, agency: BIG) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 17 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and American guard Dallas Morgan (185, college: CMU) added 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Dynamo have an impressive 18-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 21-1 record. NSA lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Dynamo: Z.Lofton 31+9reb+6ast, M.Johnson 14+19reb+2ast, A.Mahmoud 12+3reb+4ast, M.Alkhoury 12+1reb, J.Khalil 8+4reb+4ast, K.Ezzeddine 8+3reb+1ast
NSA: D.Morgan 22+7reb+5ast, M.Bjelica 21+17reb+1ast, S.Michel 8+10reb+2ast, K.Michel 7+6reb+8ast, S.Georges 6+2reb, O.Mahmoud 4+3reb+2ast

Atlas - Hoops 87-107

Not a big story in a game in Zahle where 11th ranked Atlas (4-18) were rolled over by seventh ranked Hoops (9-13) 107-87 on Friday. Hoops forced 22 Atlas turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. Hoops looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Roosevelt Scott (193, college: Central Mo.) who scored 39 points (!!!) and 7 steals. Point guard Joseph Zaloum (180-1990) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 17 assists. Five Hoops players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Mason Harrell (203-1997, college: WSSU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 30 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks and his fellow American import guard Myles Carter (185-1999, college: Delaware St., agency: Diamond Sports) added 26 points and 7 assists respectively. Hoops have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 9-13 record. Atlas lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Hoops: R.Scott 39+3reb+3ast, R.Hansen 14+8reb+2ast, J.Zaloum 13+2reb+17ast, E.Helou Hicham 12+3reb+3ast, S.Alaa 11+1reb+3ast, S.Elios 10+9reb
Atlas: M.Harrell 30+10reb, M.Carter 26+3reb+7ast, F.Pierre 11+7reb+3ast, M.Tarek 9+3reb+4ast, H.Turfe 6+3reb+5ast, M.Charbel 3+2reb

Al Riyadi - Beirut Club 99-105

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beirut: Beirut Club (#3) and Al Riyadi (#4). Al Riyadi was defeated at home 99-105 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Beirut Club made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. Beirut Club looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American Shabazz Muhammad (198-1992, college: UCLA) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds (on 14-of-18 shooting from the field) and the former international power forward Mohamad Haidar (203-1990, college: Michigan Tech) who added 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Beirut Club players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Kevin Murphy (197-1990, college: Tenn Tech) with 36 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and the former international guard Wael Arakji (194-1994) scored 13 points and 9 assists. Defending champion maintains third position with 18-4 record having just three points less than leader Dynamo. Al Riyadi at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost.
Top scorers:
Beirut Club: S.Muhammad 39+11reb+1ast, K.Hayes 23+2reb+6ast, M.Haidar 23+7reb+5ast, E.Rustom 15+6reb+1ast, R.Akl 3+1reb+9ast, K.Mechref 2+3reb+2ast
Al Riyadi: K.Murphy 36+6reb+2ast, W.Arakji 13+2reb+9ast, I.Moneim 12+4reb+3ast, K.Zeinoun 9+6reb, D.Ochefu 8+7reb, J.Abdel Nour 8+6reb

Homentmen - Antranik 103-94

Everything could happen in Beirut at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Homentmen and 8th ranked Antranik had identical 7-13 record. This time Homentmen used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Beirut 103-94 on Tuesday night. Homentmen had a 39-27 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was DaJuan Summers (203-1988, college: Georgetown) who had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 17 rebounds. Guard Mark Lyons (185-1989, college: Arizona) chipped in a double-double by scoring 25 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jordan Jackson (190-1997, college: UTRGV) who recorded 36 points (!!!) and 5 assists and forward Westley Hinton (206-1991, college: Troy) added 20 points and 13 rebounds respectively. Four Antranik players scored in double figures. Homentmen have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Antranik lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Homentmen: D.Summers 33+17reb+1ast, M.Lyons 25+5reb+13ast, K.Mohamad 13+3reb+2ast, D.Baghdadian 9+12reb+2ast, A.Tanios 8+8reb+3ast, L.Leonel 7+1reb+1ast
Antranik: J.Jackson 36+4reb+5ast, W.Hinton 20+13reb+1ast, M.Albert 18+2reb+3ast, S.Alaaeddine 11+11reb+5ast, E.Ahmad 4+5reb+1ast, A.Joel 3+3reb+9ast

Liders - Antranik 83-78

There was no surprise when 8th ranked Antranik (7-14) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Liders (10-12) 83-78 on Tuesday. Liders made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was guard Stanley Davis Jr (196-1998, college: Morgan St.) who scored 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Alex Peacock (199-1997, college: Texas St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jordan Jackson (190-1997, college: UTRGV) who recorded 36 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and forward Westley Hinton (206-1991, college: Troy) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Five Liders and four Antranik players scored in double figures. Liders have a solid three-game winning streak. Newly promoted Liders maintains fifth position with 10-12 record. Antranik lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Liders: S.Davis Jr. 28+6reb+4ast, H.Mike 16+3reb, K.Christophe 13+7reb+3ast, A.Peacock 12+17reb+4ast, Y.Ghantous 12+8reb+4ast, J.Nemer 2+2reb+4ast
Antranik: J.Jackson 36+5reb+1ast, W.Hinton 13+8reb+1ast, A.Joel 11+5reb+4ast, E.Ahmad 10+7reb, S.Alaaeddine 8+7reb+1ast, K.Joe 0

Antranik - Sagesse 62-99

Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Beirut: Sagesse (#2) and Antranik (#8). Antranik was smashed at home by 37 points 62-99 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Sagesse dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Antranik's 20 and made 16-of-19 charity shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Antranik 47-26 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Sagesse players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Antranik's players. The winners were led by the former international guard Sergio El Darwich (193-1996, college: Maine) who scored that evening 20 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international point guard Marc Khoueiry (185-2001) supported him with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Four Sagesse players scored in double figures. Sagesse's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by Ahmad Ekkewi did not help to save the game for Antranik. Albert Maroun added 12 points. Sagesse (20-2) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position behind leader Dynamo. Antranik lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Sagesse: M.Khoueiry 20+5reb+1ast, S.El Darwich 20+8reb+8ast, J.Jarrouge 12+9reb+1ast, M.Rudy 10+6reb+5ast, K.Roach II 9+3reb+3ast, R.Akl 8+7reb+8ast
Antranik: E.Ahmad 14+6reb+2ast, M.Albert 12+4reb+1ast, D.John 10+4reb+1ast, J.Jackson 9, W.Hinton 8+5reb+3ast, S.Alaaeddine 5+3ast

Lebanese LBL round 24 best performance: Cliff Alexander - by Eurobasket News

American Cliff Alexander (203-C/F-1995, agency: MSG) had a great game in the last round for second-ranked Sagesse, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 24.
The 27-year old player had a double-double of 31 points and 15 rebounds, while his team outclassed Liders (#5, 10-12) with 32-point margin 110-78. Sagesse maintains the 2nd position in Lebanese LBL. Sagesse has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 20-2. In the team's last game Alexander had a remarkable 92.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Sagesse's top player in his first season with the team. Former University of Kansas star has very solid stats this year. Alexander is in league's top in points (6th best: 22.6ppg) and averages impressive 1.4bpg and 68.0% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Shabazz Muhammad (198-SF-1992) of Beirut Club. Muhammad had a very good evening with a double-double of 39 points and 11 rebounds. It was enough for Beirut Club to edge slightly lower-ranked Al Riyadi (#4, 16-5) 105-99. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Beirut Club consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team lost just four games this season, while they won 18 matches. Muhammad is one of the most experienced players at Beirut Club and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward DaJuan Summers (203-PF-1988) of Homentmen (#8). Summers got into 30-points club by scoring 33 points in the last round. He went also for seventeen rebounds . He was a key player of Homentmen, leading his team to a 103-94 win against slightly lower-ranked Antranik (#9, 7-14). The chances of Homentmen 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 eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Summers could try to bring Homentmen's a little bit higher in the standings. Summers has a very solid season. In 5 games in Lebanon he scored 28.4ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Roosevelt Scott (193-G) of Hoops - 39 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Kevin Murphy (197-G-1990) of Al Riyadi - 36 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Mason Harrell (203-F/C-1997) of Atlas - 30 points and 10 rebounds
7. Jordan Jackson (190-G-1997) of Antranik - 36 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Zach Lofton (193-G-1992) of Dynamo - 31 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Marlon Johnson (208-PF-1994) of Dynamo - 14 points, 19 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Myles Carter (185-G-1999) of Atlas - 29 points, 10 rebounds and 8 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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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Martynas MEJARAS

Perkunas
(--2005)
Avg: 26.3

26.3

24.9

24.8

24.7

23.5

Stats Leaders - NKL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Martynas MAZEIKA

Kretinga
(193-G-1985)
Avg: 19.7

19.7

17.1

17.0

16.9

16.5

RKL stats leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Martynas MEJARAS

Perkunas
(--2005)
Avg: 26.3

26.3

24.9

24.8

24.7

24.2

Echodas' 24 points and 8 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

25-year old center Martynas Echodas (206-C-1997) had a very impressive game in the last round for second-ranked Rytas and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 25.
He had the game-high 24 points adding eight rebounds and two assists for Rytas in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Juventus (#5, 15-10) 103-101. Rytas maintains the 2nd position in Lithuanian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Rytas will need more victories to improve their 19-5 record. Echodas turned to be Rytas' top player in his first season with the team. Echodas has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 7.4rpg) and averages solid 60.8% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Austin Wiley (211-C-1999) of Neptunas. He is American center in his first season at Neptunas. In the last game Wiley recorded impressive double-double of 26 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Neptunas lost that game 73-86 to the higher-ranked Lietkabelis (#4, 16-9). Neptunas is still in a red zone at 8th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-14 record. Wiley is a newcomer at Neptunas and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Evaldas Saulys (191-G-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) of P.Zvaigzdes (#10). Saulys got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. Despite Saulys' great performance P.Zvaigzdes lost 89-95 to slightly higher-ranked Siauliai (#9, 11-14). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. P.Zvaigzdes can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 5-19 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Saulys has a very solid season. In 23 games in Lithuania he scored 9.1ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Brandon Brown (180-PG-1991) of Juventus - 24 points and 6 assists
5. Ahmad Caver (188-G-1996) of Wolves - 24 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Justinas Jogminas (197-PF-1997) of Prienai - 17 points and 9 rebounds
7. Reggie Lynch (207-C-1994) of Juventus - 19 points and 8 rebounds
8. John Gillon (183-PG-1994) of P.Zvaigzdes - 20 points and 7 assists
9. Eimantas Stankevicius (192-SG-1998) of Siauliai - 23 points and 4 rebounds
10. Brad Davison (193-G-1999) of Nevezis - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 4 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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LUXEMBOURG

Scoring Leaders - DBBL

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jamison OVERTON

Arantia
(198-G-)
Avg: 27.0

27.0

25.8

24.6

24.1

24.0

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MALI

Hassan Drame will continue his college career at Duquesne - by Eurobasket News

University of Duquesne tabbed 22-year old Mali 6-7 forward Hassan Drame. Drame comes from La Salle University where he played only for one year. In 32 games he averaged 6.0ppg and 4.1rpg.
He played also at Saint Peter's University in 2019-2022. His team won MAAC Tournament and he helped La Salle team make it to the NCAA Elite Eight in 2022. Drame helped his team make it to the MAAC Tournament Semifinals and he was also voted to MAAC All-Academic Team in 2021. His team ended regular season as a second best place in MAAC in 2020 and 2022.
He graduated Our Savior New American School (Centereach, NY) in 2019.
Drame represented Mali at the World Cup U19 in Crete (Greece) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 10.6ppg, 7.3rpg, 3.3apg, Steals-2 (2.9spg), FGP: 40.0%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 68.2%.
He was also selected to Pangos All-East Frosh/Soph Camp in West Deptford, NJ in 2016. (via @VerbalCommits)

Fousseyni Drame transfers to Duquesne - by Eurobasket News

University of Duquesne inked 22-year old Mali 6-7 forward Fousseyni Drame. Drame joins another Mali player Hassan Drame who is already in the roster.
He originally came from Bamako (Mali), and he is moving here from La Salle University where he played only for one year. In 32 games he recorded 8.9ppg, 5.4rpg and 1.0spg.
He played also at Saint Peter's University in 2019-2022. His team won MAAC Tournament and he helped La Salle team make it to the NCAA Elite Eight in 2022. He helped his team make it to the MAAC Tournament Semifinals and he was also voted to MAAC All-Academic Team in 2021. His team ended regular season as a second best place in MAAC in 2020 and 2022.
Drame graduated Our Savior New American School (Centereach, NY) in 2019.
He represented Mali at the World Cup U19 in Crete (Greece) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 12.0ppg, 9.0rpg, 2.3apg, 2.3spg, FGP: 41.8%, 3PT: 28.6%, FT: 52.6%.

(via @VerbalCommits)

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MEXICO

CIBACOPA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan STEVENS

Los M
(182-PG-1994)
Avg: 28.5

28.5

23.6

23.0

20.8

18.9

Corsarios sign Michael Ramey, ex Los Mochis - by Francisco Vega

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MONTENEGRO

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Nenad VUKOVIC

Jedinstvo
(192-PG-1994)
Avg: 24.8

24.8

21.2

19.4

18.8

18.7

Erste Liga Round 21: Leader Podgorica gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Erste Liga. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Leader Podgorica delivered the fifteenth win on Wednesday night. This time they beat 7th ranked Primorje 1945 (7-11) 83-78. Podgorica made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Luka Bogavac (195-2003) who scored 18 points and 7 assists. Forward Marko Kljajevic (200-2002) chipped in 17 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian forward Bogdan Nedeljkovic (202-2000) who recorded 20 points and 6 rebounds. Podgorica maintains first place with 15-4 record. Primorje 1945 at the other side keeps the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Jedinstvo. Podgorica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Podgorica to the arena SC Derby.
The game in Bijelo Polje supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Decic (10-9) played at the court of 7th ranked Jedinstvo (7-11). Decic smashed Jedinstvo 100-71. It was a good game for Petar Dragovic (-2000) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 16 rebounds and 4 blocks. Marko Koljevic contributed with 25 points for the winners. point guard Nenad Vukovic (192-1994) answered with 17 points for Jedinstvo. Jedinstvo's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Decic have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Decic maintains fifth place with 10-9 record. Jedinstvo at the other side keeps the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Primorje 1945. Decic will play against Milenijum (#6) in Podgorica in the next round. Jedinstvo will play on the road against Mornar in Bar and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Podgorica was also quite interesting. Third ranked Teodo (12-7) played at the court of 6th ranked Milenijum (8-10). Teodo defeated Milenijum 90-80 on Saturday. Tarik Cool stepped up and scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Petar Ivanovic with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 13 rebounds. Teodo have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain third place with 12-7 record having just three points less than leader Podgorica. Milenijum lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with ten games lost. Teodo will meet at home league's second-placed Sutjeska in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Milenijum will play against Decic (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 21 Mornar was defeated by Lovcen in Cetinje 80-74.
The best stats of 21th round was 19 points and 8 rebounds by Eldin Huremovic of Primorje 1945.

Jedinstvo - Decic 71-100

The game in Bijelo Polje supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Decic (10-9) played at the court of 7th ranked Jedinstvo (7-11). Decic smashed Jedinstvo 100-71. Decic dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Jedinstvo's 36. They outrebounded Jedinstvo 37-25 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a good game for Petar Dragovic (-2000) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 16 rebounds and 4 blocks. Guard Marko Koljevic (191-1990) contributed with 25 points for the winners. Four Decic players scored in double figures. Point guard Nenad Vukovic (192-1994) answered with 17 points and Marko Kljajevic (-2000) added 8 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Jedinstvo. Jedinstvo's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Decic have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Decic maintains fifth place with 10-9 record. Jedinstvo at the other side keeps the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Primorje 1945. Decic will play against Milenijum (#6) in Podgorica in the next round. Jedinstvo will play on the road against Mornar in Bar and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Jedinstvo: N.Vukovic 17+4reb, S.Mihailo 13+4reb, N.Knezevic 9+3ast, H.Amar 9+1reb+2ast, K.Marko 8+7reb+2ast, N.Korac 5+5reb+4ast
Decic: M.Koljevic 25+2reb+3ast, P.Dragovic 20+16reb+2ast, V.Nikola 18+4reb+2ast, L.Nikaljevic 16+3reb+1ast, E.Williams 9+9reb+8ast, R.Shestani 7+3reb+3ast

Lovcen - Mornar 80-74

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Cetinje where 9th ranked Mornar (6-10) was defeated by tenth ranked Lovcen (5-13) 80-74 on Tuesday. Bosnian center Alija Islamovic (207-2001) stepped up and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and forward Balsa Mirotic (197-1997) chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Nikola Rakocevic (200-2002) with 26 points and 9 rebounds and the former international guard Balsa Zivanovic (188-2001, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lovcen maintains tenth place with 5-13 record. Loser Mornar keeps the ninth position with ten games lost. Lovcen will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mornar will play against Jedinstvo (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mornar: R.Nikola 26+9reb+1ast, P.Novak 12+2reb, Z.Balsa 11+5reb+2ast, V.Marko 9+3reb+2ast, V.Marljukic 5+4reb+1ast, K.Vlado 4+1reb+4ast
Lovcen: A.Islamovic 20+6reb, B.Mirotic 12+10reb+3ast, M.Djukanovic 10+1reb+2ast, S.Vlahovic 10+4reb+4ast, L.Djurovic 9+7reb+3ast, N.Paraca 9+4reb+2ast

Milenijum - Teodo 80-90

The game in Podgorica was also quite interesting. Third ranked Teodo (12-7) played at the court of 6th ranked Milenijum (8-10). Teodo defeated Milenijum 90-80 on Saturday. Teodo made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Teodo outrebounded Milenijum 36-24 including 27 on the defensive glass. American guard Tarik Cool (193-1998, college: Idaho St.) stepped up and scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and center Dragan Bjeletic (205-1992) chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds. Five Teodo players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Petar Ivanovic (198-1997) with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 13 rebounds and Luka Zugic (196-2000) scored 16 points. Teodo have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain third place with 12-7 record having just three points less than leader Podgorica. Milenijum lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with ten games lost. Teodo will meet at home league's second-placed Sutjeska in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Milenijum will play against Decic (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Milenijum: P.Ivanovic 31+13reb+3ast, Z.Luka 16+2reb+2ast, M.Jovanovic 12+3reb+1ast, M.Raicevic 7+3reb+4ast, A.Bogojevic 6+4ast, P.Titic 3+1reb+3ast
Teodo: T.Cool 23+7reb+4ast, N.Pavlovic 13+3reb+3ast, D.Bjeletic 12+10reb+1ast, P.Kusovac 11+6reb+4ast, D.Raicevic 10+3reb+3ast, A.Vujadinovic 9+4reb+1ast

Podgorica - Primorje 1945 83-78

Leader Podgorica delivered the fifteenth win on Wednesday night. This time they beat 7th ranked Primorje 1945 (7-11) 83-78. Podgorica made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Luka Bogavac (195-2003) who scored 18 points and 7 assists. Forward Marko Kljajevic (200-2002) chipped in 17 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian forward Bogdan Nedeljkovic (202-2000) who recorded 20 points and 6 rebounds and Eldin Huremovic (201-1998) added 19 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Four Primorje 1945 players scored in double figures. Podgorica maintains first place with 15-4 record. Primorje 1945 at the other side keeps the seventh position with 11 games lost. They share it with Jedinstvo. Podgorica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Podgorica to the arena SC Derby.
Top scorers:
Primorje 1945: B.Nedeljkovic 20+6reb+1ast, E.Huremovic 19+8reb, V.Andrija 16+6reb+2ast, N.Petrovic 11+5reb+3ast, N.Obradovic 6+1reb, N.Cvorovic 6+3reb+4ast
Podgorica: B.Luka 18+3reb+7ast, M.Kljajevic 17+2reb+2ast, P.Djurisic 13+5reb+1ast, A.Filip 9+3reb+2ast, S.Fofana 9+4reb+3ast, V.Vujisic 6+2reb+3ast

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D1 Round 24: FAR Rabat beat MAS Fez by three after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 24 in the D1 took place in Fez. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 6th ranked MAS Fez (11-7) to fifth ranked FAR Rabat (12-4) 68-65 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of MAS Fez. FAR Rabat have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. MAS Fez at the other side keeps the sixth position with seven games lost. FAR Rabat's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Rabat to the arena FUS Rabat.
D1 top team - FUS Rabat (14-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat seventh ranked KACM (9-9) in Marrakech 80-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of KACM. FUS Rabat maintains first position with 14-4 record. KACM at the other side keeps the seventh place with nine games lost. FUS Rabat's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Rabat FAR Rabat.
Worth to mention about the upset in a game between AS Sale (11-4) and WAC (6-11), which took place in Casablanca. Higher ranked AS Sale lost to tenth ranked WAC in a road game 62-75 on Tuesday. WAC maintains tenth position with 6-11 record. Defending champion AS Sale keeps the fifth place with four games lost. WAC will meet OCY (#12) in the next round. AS Sale will play against MAS Fez (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 24 RCA Casabl. was beaten by MTB on the road 89-71. IRT Tanger won against Larache on its own court 84-71.

MAS Fez - FAR Rabat 65-68

The most exciting game of round 24 in the D1 took place in Fez. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 6th ranked MAS Fez (11-7) to fifth ranked FAR Rabat (12-4) 68-65 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of MAS Fez. FAR Rabat have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. MAS Fez at the other side keeps the sixth position with seven games lost. FAR Rabat's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Rabat to the arena FUS Rabat.

WAC - AS Sale 75-62

Worth to mention about the upset in a game between AS Sale (11-4) and WAC (6-11), which took place in Casablanca. Higher ranked AS Sale lost to tenth ranked WAC in a road game 62-75 on Tuesday. WAC maintains tenth position with 6-11 record. Defending champion AS Sale keeps the fifth place with four games lost. WAC will meet OCY (#12) in the next round. AS Sale will play against MAS Fez (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

KACM - FUS Rabat 75-80

D1 top team - FUS Rabat (14-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat seventh ranked KACM (9-9) in Marrakech 80-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of KACM. FUS Rabat maintains first position with 14-4 record. KACM at the other side keeps the seventh place with nine games lost. FUS Rabat's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Rabat FAR Rabat.

MTB - RCA Casabl. 89-71

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked MTB (13-6) beat 9th ranked RCA Casabl. (7-11) in Tanger 89-71 on Tuesday. MTB moved-up to second place, which they share with IRT Tanger. RCA Casabl. lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 11 games lost. MTB will meet AS Sale (#5) on the road in the next round. RCA Casabl. will play against MAS Fez (#6) and hope to secure a win.

IRT Tanger - Larache 84-71

Very expected game when 10th ranked Larache (5-12) lost on the road to third ranked IRT Tanger (13-6) 84-71 on Monday. IRT Tanger have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with MTB. Larache lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 12 games lost. IRT Tanger will meet at home KACM (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Larache will have a break next round.

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NAIA

NAIA Friends U tabs McClintock as new Men's Basketball Head Coach - by Eurobasket News

VP of Athletics & Strategic Expansion Dr. Rob Ramseyer has announced that Phil McClintock will take over the reins as head coach of the Friends University men's basketball program. 'Phil has a championship pedigree in the KCAC as a player and a coach and we are excited for him to bring that to Friends,' said Ramseyer. 'He is a great teacher and a genuine person that will win games while furthering the mission of Friends University. We are excited for him to get here and get started.' As Ramseyer stated, McClintock brings a stark familiarity of the KCAC to Friends, highlighted by an eight-year tenure as Associate Men's Basketball Head Coach at Ottawa University. At Ottawa, McClintock served as the recruiting coordinator and was responsible for film breakdown and scouting reports. 2019-20 was a breakout season, as McClintock brought in six of the team's top 10 players that produced a school-record 28 victories, a regular season KCAC championship and an NAIA Sweet 16 appearance (tournament ended early due to COVID-19). 'I'm beyond excited to take over the Friends University Men's Basketball program,' said McClintock. 'My family and I can't wait to head to Wichita and get to work! I'd like to thank Dr. Carey, Dr. Ramseyer, and the hiring committee for giving me this incredible opportunity.' In addition to his basketball coaching experience at Ottawa, McClintock has also been the Braves Men's and Women's Golf head coach for the past four seasons. McClintock's first basketball head coaching position came at Salem high school, where he spent three seasons and guided the team in the 2014-15 campaign to their first winning record in eight years. A strong developer of young players, McClintock has served as a Camp Coach at the KU Bill Self Basketball Camps every year since 2012. His responsibilities at the camp include running drills, coaching teams and developing player skills. His first career coaching job was a two-year tenure as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at William Woods University from 2010-12. McClintock also played collegiately at Ottawa and enjoyed immense success, earning two NAIA All-America honors, a pair of All-KCAC nods while finishing his career as the all-time leader in blocked shots and top five all-time in scoring, rebounding and steals. An Ottawa University Hall of Fame inductee in 2021, he helped the Braves to two conference titles and a pair of NAIA Sweet 16 berths. A 2009 graduate of Ottawa University in Physical Education and Health, McClintock then earned his Master of Education in Athletics/Activities Administration from William Woods University in 2012. McClintock and his wife Kirsten have three boys, Lawson (14), Jackson (10), and Bodie (two). 'This program will make a positive impact on campus, in the Wichita community, and on the basketball court,' added McClintock. 'Friends Men's basketball has a rich tradition and we are ready to take the program to the next level. Go Falcons!'
Courtesy of: friendsathletics.com

Brody Parker commits to Rochester University - by Eurobasket News

Rochester University signed 20-year old point guard Brody Parker (6'0''-169lbs). Troy (MI) native played for the last two years at Oakland University (NCAA Division I). But in 19 games he had just 0.7ppg this season.
Parker's high school career he had spent at Troy (MI) High, which he graduated in 2021.

Rochester University roster for 2022-23:

Guards:
Zane Draper
Trenell Payne
Kaylein Marzette
Bralin Toney
Denton Smith
Brandon Michrina
Anthony Cukaj
Colby Wiggins
Gunner Walters
Brody Parker
George Reshotka
Cameron Sutton
Damarion Bonds
Dimitris Arsenikos

Forwards:
James Ballard_Jr.
Stavros Polatoglou
James Fisher
Shawn Jones

Center:
Aldrin Dongmo

Coach: Klint Pleasant

(via @VerbalCommits)

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NBA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Joel EMBIID

Philadelphia
(213-C/F-1994)
Avg: 33.3

33.3

32.7

32.2

31.5

31.1

Bucks clinch NBA's best record, beat Bulls 105-92 - by Eurobasket News

Bobby Portis (6'10''-PF-1995, college: Arkansas) had 27 points and 13 rebounds, starting in place of the injured Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11''-F-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) and the Milwaukee Bucks wrapped up the top seed in the NBA playoffs, beating the Chicago Bulls 105-92 on Wednesday night. Antetokounmpo was ruled out before the game because of right knee soreness. He had 28 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists against Washington on Tuesday night. Brook Lopez (7'0''-C-1988, college: Stanford) had 26 points, point guard Jrue Holiday (6'4''-G-1990, college: UCLA) added 20 points, 15 assists and eight rebounds and Jevon Carter (6'2''-PG-1995, college: WVU) had 16 points in a starting role. Khris Middleton (6'8''-SF-1991, college: Texas A&M) started for the Bucks, but played just eight minutes before exiting with right knee soreness. He was 0 for 3 from the floor. Milwaukee improved to 58-22, fighting back from a 10-point, third-quarter deficit. The Bucks lead fellow Eastern Conference foe Boston by three games with two games remaining.
Courtesy of: apnews.com

Powell and Leonard lead Clippers over Lakers, 125-118 - by Eurobasket News

The battle of Los Angeles was no contest. The quest for the highest possible playoff seed is another story for the Clippers and Lakers. Norman Powell (6'4''-SG-1993, college: UCLA) scored 27 points, Kawhi Leonard (6'7''-F-1991, college: SDSU) added 25 in a game-high 43 minutes and the Clippers improved their playoff seeding chances with a 125-118 win over LeBron James and the Lakers on Wednesday night. The Clippers' 11th straight victory over their Crypto.com Arena hallmates pulled them into a tie with idle Golden State for fifth in the West at 42-38. The Clippers and Lakers came into their final meeting of the season tied in the standings at 41-38. The Clippers can help themselves with wins in their last two regular-season games. 'I'm not a fan of the play-in tournament,' coach Tyronn Lue said. 'We're still not out of the clear yet.' The Lakers had already clinched at least a play-in spot, but are trying to finish in the top six and earn one of the guaranteed postseason berths. The Clippers own the head-to-head tiebreaker over the Lakers. 'Whatever we end up, that's where we end up,' James said. 'For us, it's always about health. Over the last couple years, that's been our Achilles' heel.' James had 33 points - 30 in the second half - eight rebounds, seven assists and six turnovers for the Lakers, who were closing out a back-to-back. Anthony Davis (6'10''-C-1993, college: Kentucky) had 17 points and 11 rebounds for the Lakers, who had won four in a row and seven of eight. The Clippers came in fresh, having had three days off. The Lakers, by comparison, eked out an overtime win at Utah on Tuesday night that required James and Davis to play even more minutes on the front end of the back-to-back. 'It was one of those scheduling conflicts," James said. "It definitely got the best of us tonight.' Playing without injured Paul George (6'9''-G/F-1990, college: Fresno St.), the Clippers got 17 points and 13 rebounds from Ivica Zubac (7'1''-C-1997). Facing the Lakers for the first time since their divorce in February, Russell Westbrook (6'3''-G-1988, college: UCLA) added 14 points. Bones Hyland hit three 3-pointers and Terance Mann (6'7''-G-1996, college: FSU) added another early in the fourth to extend the Clippers' lead to 106-90. Powell sent a perfectly timed alley-oop pass over Davis and Leonard slammed it down for a 112-92 lead. James and Davis combined for nine points on 4-of-12 shooting in the half. 'I let them know Bron was going to come out guns blazing,' Lue said of his halftime speech. James and Davis took over in the third during the Lakers' lone dominant stretch of the game. They combined to score 17 of their team's first 19 points during a run that cut the deficit from 21 points to eight. Davis scored over Mason Plumlee (6'11''-PF-1990, college: Duke) to draw the Lakers within seven. But Powell ran off 10 in a row and Plumlee dunked to send the Clippers into the fourth leading 93-82. Leonard was limited to a 3-pointer in the third. Coming in off three days' rest, the Clippers opened the game with a 23-11 run in which a clearly motivated Westbrook scored eight points and assisted on their first two baskets. 'We came out with energy early,' Leonard said. 'We kept our foot on the pedal.' The Lakers answered with a 15-2 spurt to take their lone lead of the game, 26-25, while getting points from five different players. The Clippers outscored the Lakers 34-21 in the second quarter to lead 71-52 at halftime. One of James' no-look passes ended up in Mann's hands and he fired to Powell, who hit a 3-pointer. Another James turnover resulted in a dunk by Mann.
Courtesy of: yahoo.com

Embiid has 52 points, 13 boards, 76ers edge Celtics 103-101 - by Eurobasket News

Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas) strengthened his MVP bid with 52 points and 13 rebounds, and the NBA scoring leader carried the Philadelphia 76ers to a 103-101 win over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night. P.J. Tucker (6'6''-F-1985, college: Texas) gave Embiid and the Sixers the help they needed when he made three late 3-pointers that turned a one-point deficit into a 101-95 lead. Derrick White (6'4''-G-1994, college: Colorado) buried a 3 with 2 seconds left that pulled Boston to 103-101 and hushed a crowd that had just bellowed 'MVP! MVP!' chants. Embiid was whistled for an offensive foul but the Celtics couldn't capitalize. Embiid made 20 of 25 shots from the floor and 12 of 13 free throws en route to his ninth game of the season with at least 40 points and 10 rebounds. Embiid scored 50 points for the third time this season. White scored 26 points for the Celtics and Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) had 19. The Celtics fell to 9-4 this season without Jaylen Brown, the team's second-leading scorer who got the night off with a back injury.
Courtesy of: apnews.com

LeBron James' Game Winning Layup Lifts Lakers Over Jazz 135-133 in OT - by Eurobasket News

LeBron James (6'8''-SF-1984) scored 37 points - including the game-winning basket - to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 135-133 overtime victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. Anthony Davis (6'10''-C-1993, college: Kentucky) tallied 21 points and 14 rebounds for the Lakers. Austin Reaves (6'5''-G-1998, college: Oklahoma) added 28 points. Five players scored in double figures to help Los Angeles win for the seventh time in eight games. Kelly Olynyk (7'0''-C-1991, college: Gonzaga) finished with 23 points, seven rebounds and seven assists to lead Utah. Talen Horton-Tucker (6'4''-G-2000, college: Iowa St.) added 23 points and seven assists for the Jazz. Horton-Tucker has scored 123 points over his last four games. Ochai Agbaji (6'5''-G-2000, college: Kansas) chipped in 22. The Jazz lost for the seventh time in eight games. James drove for a go-ahead layup with 27 seconds left to help the Lakers escape with a win. Los Angeles held Utah without a basket over the final 1:38 after Olynyk gave the Jazz a 132-129 lead on a three. Utah rallied from a double-digit deficit after shooting 71% from the field in the third quarter. The Jazz finally took their first second-half lead on back-to-back baskets from Collin Sexton (6'3''-PG-1999, college: Alabama) and Luka Samanic (6'10''-PF-2000), going up 99-97 early in the fourth quarter. Los Angeles retook the lead on back-to-back baskets from Dennis Schroder and James and went up 124-114 with 1:43 left in the fourth quarter on eight straight points from Reaves. Utah countered with an 10-0 run to force overtime. Olynyk scored a basket and assisted two others and Jones knotted the score on a pair of free throws with 11.4 seconds remaining in regulation.
Courtesy of: nbclosangeles.com

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NBA G LEAGUE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Luka GARZA

Iowa Wolves
(211-C-1998)
Avg: 30.7

30.7

23.9

23.5

22.9

22.9

Blue Coats Take Game 1 of NBA G League Finals, 134-120 - by Eurobasket News

The Delaware Blue Coats defeated the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, 134-120, in Game 1 of the NBA G League Finals, presented by YouTube TV. Delaware takes a 1-0 series lead in the best-of-three championship series and heads to Edinburg, Texas for Game 2 at Bert Ogden Arena on Thursday, April 6 at 8:30 p.m. ET. Jaden Springer (6'4''-SG-2002, college: Tennessee) scored a game-high 43 points including 5-8 shooting from three-point range and pulled down nine rebounds, four assists and four blocked shots. Mac McClung (6'2''-G-2000, college: Texas Tech) dropped 35 points and had seven assists. Charlie Brown Jr. (17 points, 15 rebounds) and Michael Foster Jr. (6'10''-F-2003) (12 points, 13 rebounds) both had double-doubles for the Blue Coats. TyTy Washington (6'4''-PG-2001, college: Kentucky), Jr. led Rio Grande Valley with 34 points. Jalen Lecque (6'5''-SG-2000, college: NC State) scored 21 off the bench for the Vipers.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com

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NCAA1

Stats Leaders - NCAA1

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Adama SANOGO

UConn
(206-F-2002)
Avg: 17.2

17.2

16.4

16.4

16.2

15.8

Jaden Alexander transfers to California State University Bakersfield - by Eurobasket News

California State University Bakersfield added to their roster guard Jaden Alexander (6'4''-200lbs). Vallejo (CA) native moved there from New Mexico State University where he spent his freshman year.
Alexander graduated St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School (Vallejo, CA) in 2022.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Alexander's team ended regular season as a second best place in NorCal Division II in 2020. NM State won NCS Division III Championship in 2020. He helped his team make it to the CIF California Division II Championship Semifinals in 2020. Alexander was also voted to California All-CIF North Coast Section Team and All-Bay Area Preps HQ Third Team in 2020.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Noah Reynolds commits to Wisconsin - by Eurobasket News

University of Wisconsin agreed terms with guard Noah Reynolds (6'3''-194lbs). Peoria (IL) native played for the last two years at University of Wyoming. In 19 games he had 14.5ppg, 2.2rpg and 2.1apg last season. Reynolds helped his team make it to the MWC Tournament Semifinals in 2022.
Reynolds' high school career he had spent at Peoria Notre Dame in Peoria, IL, which he graduated in 2021. He was also voted to Central Illinois High School Sports Team, Illinois AP Class 3A All-State Second Team, IBCA Illinois Class 3A All-State Team, News-Gazette Illinois All-State Second Team and All-Big 12 Conference First Team that year.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he helped his team make it to the Illinois Class 3A Championship Sectional Finals and he was also selected to IBCA Illinois Class 3A All-State First Team in 2020. Reynolds received Journal Star Player of the Year award in 2020 and 2021. He was also named to Journal Star Large-School All-Area First Team in 2020 and 2021. Reynolds received Journal Star Large School Player of the Year award in two consecutive years: 2020 and 2021.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Jackson Grant transfers to Montana State University - by Eurobasket News

Montana State University added to their roster forward Jackson Grant (6'10''). Olympia (WA) native played for the last two years at The University of Washington. But in 13 games he recorded just 0.5ppg and 1.5rpg last season.
Grant was one of the highest ranked players in high school in 2021. He graduated Olympia (WA) Ol High. Grant played also for Washington Supreme in UAA. He was voted to McDonald?s All-America Games that year.
Grant was selected to Washington All-State Second Team (by News Tribune/The Olympian) in 2020.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Jadan Coleman transfers to Detroit - by Eurobasket News

University of Detroit Mercy strengthened their roster with addition of 6-5 guard Jadan Coleman. Madison (AL) native played for the last three years at Tulane University. In 19 games he recorded 4.4ppg and 1.2rpg last season. Green Wave made it to the AAC Tournament Semifinals in two consecutive years: 2022 and 2023.
Coleman graduated Bob Jones High School (Madison, AL) in 2020. He played also for Alabama Fusion (AL) in AAU. Coleman was voted to Alabama/Mississippi Basketball All-Star Classic (Alabama team) that year.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Yuto Yamanouchi commits to Portland - by Eurobasket News

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Justin McKoy will continue his college career at Hawaii - by Eurobasket News

University of Hawaii tabbed 6-8 forward Justin McKoy. Cary (NC) native played for the last two years at University of North Carolina. But in 11 games he averaged just 1.7ppg and 1.2rpg last season. McKoy's team ended regular season as a second best place in ACC and Tar McKoyels made it to the NCAA Finals in 2022.
He played also at The University of Virginia in 2019-2021. His team won ACC Regular Season Championship and he was also voted to ACC All-Academic Team in 2021. Tar McKoyels made it to the ACC Tournament Semifinals in two consecutive years: 2021 and 2022. His team ended regular season as a second best place in ACC in 2020.
He graduated Panther Creek High School (Cary, NC) in 2019. (via @VerbalCommits)

Kerr Kriisa transfers to West Virginia University - by Eurobasket News

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Hassan Drame will continue his college career at Duquesne - by Eurobasket News

Fousseyni Drame transfers to Duquesne - by Eurobasket News

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Senderoff extended through 2028-29 at Kent State - by Eurobasket News

Kent State Director of Athletics Randale L. Richmond has announced a contract extension for head men's basketball coach Rob Senderoff through the 2028-29 season. This extension adds three seasons on to the extension that Coach Senderoff signed in 2021. In total, the agreement amounts to a six-year contract extension and is the longest extension during Richmond's tenure. Senderoff is approaching his 15th year at Kent State including the last 12 seasons as head men's basketball coach. 'Coach Senderoff has done a tremendous job with our men's basketball program and it is exciting to be able to recognize and reward he and his staff,' Richmond said. 'Coach Sendy's teams have excelled on the court, in the classroom and in the Kent Community and I am excited for the even greater heights that this program will reach under his leadership.' The 2021-22 MAC Coach of the Year is the winningest coach in program history with 247 wins and counting. Coach Senderoff has led the Golden Flashes to eight 20-plus win campaigns including 28 wins in 2022-23, the most since the 2001-02 season and the team's second berth in the NCAA Tournament during his tenure. In nine of his 12 seasons at the helm, 'Sendy' has led a player to first-team All-Conference accolades including Sincere Carry winning the 2021-22 Player of the Year and Malique Jacobs earning the 2022-23 Defensive Player of the Year. 'I am really appreciative of the continued support that I and our program have received from Randale (Richmond), President Diacon and our Golden Flash community,' Senderoff said. 'I am excited about the future of the program and what we have built and are continuing to grow.' The Golden Flashes have excelled in the classroom under Senderoff, posting the program's highest term grade point average in program history last semester. He has also served as an ambassador for the McLendon Minority Leadership Initiative, allowing for Future McLendon Leaders to participate in one-year internships within a college athletic department. He was recognized by College Insider as a finalist for the Skip Prosser Man of the Year Award, given to the coach with the greatest success both on and off the court. Coach Senderoff's journey to Kent State included previous assistant coaching stops at Indiana, Towson, Yale and Fordham. A native of Spring Valley, New York, Senderoff currently lives in Stow with his wife, Lauren, and their two daughters.
Courtesy of: kentstatesports.com

Jordan Wright commits to Louisiana State University - by Eurobasket News

Louisiana State University added to their roster 22-year old swingman Jordan Wright (6'6''-220lbs). Baton Rouge (LA) native played for the last four years at Vanderbilt University. In 32 games he had 10.8ppg, 5.1rpg, 2.1apg and 1.2spg last season. Wright helped his team make it to the SEC Tournament Semifinals this year. He received All-Southeastern Conference Student-Athlete of the Year award in 2022.
Wright graduated The Dunham School (Baton Rouge, LA) in 2019. He played also for Pro Skills in AAU. Wright was named to All-USA Louisiana Boys First Team that year.
He represented USA at the Albert Schweitzer International Tournament in Mannheim (Unofficial World Championships U18) five years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 9.4ppg, 4.7rpg, 1.0apg, 1.3spg.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was also voted to All-USA Louisiana Boys Second Team in 2018. His team won Albert Schweitzer International Tournament in Mannheim (Unofficial World Championships U18) in 2020.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Kaleb Stewart transfers to S.Dakota - by Eurobasket News

University of South Dakota strengthened their roster with addition of guard Kaleb Stewart (6'3''-180lbs). Atascocita (TX) native played for the last two years at Louisiana Tech University. In 17 games he recorded 5.3ppg last season. Stewart helped his team make it to the C-USA Tournament Finals and he was also voted to C-USA All-Freshman Team in 2022.
He graduated Atascocita High School (Humble, TX) in 2021.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Garrett Johnson transfers to The George Washington University - by Eurobasket News

The George Washington University strengthened their roster with addition of 6-8 guard Garrett Johnson. Johnson originally came from Alexandria (VA), and he is moving here from Princeton University where he played only for one year.
He graduated Episcopal High School (Alexandria, VA) in 2021.
Among many awards his team won Concorde District Championship in 2018. Johnson received Concorde District Player of the Year award and he was also voted to First Team All-Region in 2019. He was also selected to First Team All-IAC and Second Team All-State in 2020.

(via @VerbalCommits)

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NCAA2

Japannah Kellogg III transfers to Concordia University St. Paul - by Eurobasket News

Concordia University St. Paul added to their roster forward Japannah Kellogg III (6'8''-200lbs). Ames (IA) native moved there from University at Albany (NCAA Division I) where he spent his junior year. But in 28 games he recorded just 1.2ppg last season.
Kellogg played also at University of Wisconsin - Green Bay in 2019-2022.
He graduated Ames High in 2019. Kellogg played also for 17U adidas Gold Gauntlet in AAU. He was also voted to Des Moines Regiser All-CIML First Team and Iowa Class 4A Third Team All-State that year.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Lavell Brodnex transfers to Cameron - by Eurobasket News

Cameron University added to their roster guard Lavell Brodnex (6'5''-180lbs). Saginaw (MI) native moved there from Wagner College (NCAA Division I) where he spent his sophmore year. In four games he recorded just 2.0ppg and 2.3rpg last season.
Brodnex played also at Murray State College in 2021-2022. Brodnex's team ended regular season as a second best place in NJCAA D1 Region 2 and Seahawks made it to the NJCAA D1 Region II Semifinals in 2022.
He graduated Saginaw (MI) High in 2021.

(via @VerbalCommits)

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NEW ZEALAND

Avery Woodson (ex Antwerp) is a newcomer at Giants - by Hugh McAuliffe

Jared Wilson-Frame is a newcomer at Rams - by Hugh McAuliffe

Canterbury Rams (NBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 26-year old American shooting guard Jared Wilson-Frame (196cm-100kg-1996, college: Pittsburgh) for season 2023. Wilson-Frame played in the NBA G League for four teams in the 2022-23 season - Delaware, Capital City Go-Go, Iowa, and Greensboro.
Wilson-Frame is quite experienced player. Thanks to Wilson-Frame's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America) in five different countries. He has played previously professionally in Belgium (Limburg United), Mexico (Astros), Poland (Wilki Morskie), NBA G League (SLC Stars and Raptors 905 Missisauga) and NBA Summer League (Orlando Magic). His team won Panhandle Conference Regular Season in 2016 and 2017.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Belgian League Honorable Mention back in 2020.
Wilson-Frame graduated from University of Pittsburgh in 2019 and it is his fourth season as a professional player. He played also for Northwest Florida State College for 2 years.

Ira Lee (ex Vilpas) is a newcomer at Hawks - by Hugh McAuliffe

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NORTH MACEDONIA

Prva Liga Round 20: No surprise as #1 MZT Skopje defeat Kozuv - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Prva Liga. Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Prva Liga top team - MZT Skopje (18-2) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed eighth ranked Kozuv (8-12) 87-67. MZT Skopje made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. MZT Skopje had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 56.5 percentage. 24 personal fouls committed by Kozuv helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a quality performance of American point guard Dustin Ware (183-1990, college: Georgia, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording 13 points and 7 assists and the former international swingman Vojdan Stojanovski (194-1987) who added 11 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Slovenian point guard Domen Bratoz (186-1993) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. MZT Skopje have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 18-2 record. Kozuv lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 12 games lost. MZT Skopje's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Skopje to the arena Feniks 2010.
Fourth ranked Gostivar (14-6) crushed at home 6th ranked Euro Nickel (12-9) by 20 points 85-65, which is the biggest margin this round. The winners were led by Georgian power forward Giorgi Korsantia (207-1998, agency: BIG) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds and Viktor Efremovski supported him with 17 points and 11 assists. Gostivar's coach Ljupcho Malinkov allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 25 points and 7 rebounds by Bosnian-Croatian forward Jure Planinic (206-2000, agency: AltusBasket) did not help to save the game for Euro Nickel. Gostivar have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with TFT. Euro Nickel lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. Gostivar will play against Kozuv (#8) in Gevgelija in the next round where they are favorite. Euro Nickel will play at home against Rabotnicki and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Skopje: Rabotnicki (#7) and Cair 2030 (#9). Rabotnicki (12-8) smashed visiting Cair 2030 (5-15) by 16 points 83-67. The best player for the winners was Djordje Dzeletovic who scored 23 points and 8 rebounds. Nedim Mustafica produced 16 points and 7 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rabotnicki have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Cair 2030 lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Akademija FMP. Rabotnicki will meet Euro Nickel (#6) in the next round. Cair 2030's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Skopje Akademija FMP.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 20: Kumanovo lost to Akademija FMP on the opponent's court 72-88. Pelister outscored Feniks 2010 in a home game 93-74. Bottom-ranked Strumica recorded a loss to TFT on the road 92-82.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 16 points, 6 rebounds and 14 assists by Aleksandar Kostoski of TFT.

Akademija FMP - Kumanovo 88-72

Everything could happen in Skopje at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Akademija FMP and 11th ranked Kumanovo had identical 4-15 record. This time Akademija FMP used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Kumanovo 88-72 on Tuesday night. Akademija FMP looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Kumanovo's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Mack Smith (188-1997, college: W.Michigan, agency: Best Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 assists. Montenegrin Djordje Marinovic (201-2001) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Serbian swingman Andrija Marjanovic (203-1999) produced 24 points and 6 rebounds and naturalized Serbian Stevan Gligorijevic (205-1997) added 8 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Akademija FMP (5-15) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Cair 2030. Kumanovo lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 16 games lost. Akademija FMP's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Skopje to the arena Cair 2030.
Top scorers:
Akademija FMP: D.Marinovic 19+8reb+1ast, K.Gabriel 13+6reb, M.Smith 12+4reb+14ast, C.Jones 9+5reb+1ast, Z.Viktor 9+1reb+2ast, A.Nastovski 8+6reb+1ast
Kumanovo: A.Marjanovic 24+6reb+1ast, N.Zivcevic 16+1reb+1ast, R.Wright 10+11reb, S.Gligorijevic 8+12reb+3ast, J.Milos 6+1ast, M.Adewunmi 5+1reb

Gostivar - Euro Nickel 85-65

Fourth ranked Gostivar (14-6) crushed at home 6th ranked Euro Nickel (12-9) by 20 points 85-65, which is the biggest margin this round. Gostivar outrebounded Euro Nickel 43-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. The winners were led by Georgian power forward Giorgi Korsantia (207-1998, agency: BIG) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds and the former international Viktor Efremovski (194-1998) supported him with 17 points and 11 assists. Four Gostivar players scored in double figures. Gostivar's coach Ljupcho Malinkov allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 25 points and 7 rebounds by Bosnian-Croatian forward Jure Planinic (206-2000, agency: AltusBasket) did not help to save the game for Euro Nickel. The former international guard Darko Sokolov (189-1986) added 20 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the guests. Gostivar have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with TFT. Euro Nickel lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. Gostivar will play against Kozuv (#8) in Gevgelija in the next round where they are favorite. Euro Nickel will play at home against Rabotnicki and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Gostivar: G.Korsantia 24+15reb+2ast, A.Vuckovic 20+6reb+3ast, V.Efremovski 17+4reb+11ast, N.Zigon 13+4reb+2ast, R.Dimitrievski 5+2reb+1ast, V.Levkoski 2+3reb
Euro Nickel: J.Planinic 25+7reb+1ast, D.Sokolov 20+7reb+6ast, L.Stojanovski 10+4reb+4ast, M.Mladenovic 5+6reb+4ast, S.Balmazovic 3+2reb+1ast, B.N 2

MZT Skopje - Kozuv 87-67

Prva Liga top team - MZT Skopje (18-2) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed eighth ranked Kozuv (8-12) 87-67. MZT Skopje made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. MZT Skopje had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 56.5 percentage. 24 personal fouls committed by Kozuv helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a quality performance of American point guard Dustin Ware (183-1990, college: Georgia, agency: Slash Sports) who helped to win the game recording 13 points and 7 assists and the former international swingman Vojdan Stojanovski (194-1987) who added 11 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Slovenian point guard Domen Bratoz (186-1993) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds and Bosnian forward Ramo Rizvic (203-1987) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. 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. MZT Skopje have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 18-2 record. Kozuv lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 12 games lost. MZT Skopje's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Skopje to the arena Feniks 2010.
Top scorers:
MZT Skopje: D.Robev 14+2reb+1ast, D.Ware 13+1reb+7ast, B.Krstevski 12+3reb, V.Stojanovski 11+5reb+1ast, A.Bursac 8+2reb+1ast, D.Stojanovski 8+4reb+1ast
Kozuv: D.Bratoz 16+8reb+2ast, L.Petrovski 13+6reb+1ast, I.Kolev 13+2reb+1ast, R.Rizvic 13+6reb+2ast, A.Shterjov 4+2reb+1ast, D.Lazarevski 4

Pelister - Feniks 2010 93-74

Very predictable result in Bitola where second ranked Pelister (16-4) smashed 7th ranked Feniks 2010 (11-9) 93-74 on Saturday. Pelister made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Andrej Maslinko (208-1997) who scored 28 points and 8 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). American guard Kenny Carpenter (196-1996, college: CSU) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Pelister players scored in double figures. The former international guard Andrej Mitrevski (195-2003) produced 23 points and the former international power forward Bojan Trajkovski (207-1988, agency: Mansfield and Associates) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pelister have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 16-4 record having just two points less than leader MZT Skopje. Feniks 2010 at the other side keeps the seventh place with nine games lost. Pelister will meet at home TFT (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Feniks 2010's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Skopje MZT Skopje.
Top scorers:
Pelister: A.Maslinko 28+8reb+1ast, I.Sapundziev 17+7reb+1ast, D.Caruthers 16+3reb+5ast, K.Carpenter 14+7reb+8ast, N.Siladji 14+4reb+2ast, S.Hadzifejzovic 4+2reb+2ast
Feniks 2010: M.Andrej 23+2reb+2ast, B.Trajkovski 12+7reb+2ast, I.Dimcevski 11+6reb, H.Amar 8+4reb, M.Janeski 7+2reb+3ast, K.Eljesa 5

Rabotnicki - Cair 2030 83-67

Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Skopje: Rabotnicki (#7) and Cair 2030 (#9). Rabotnicki (12-8) smashed visiting Cair 2030 (5-15) by 16 points 83-67. Rabotnicki looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Serbian center Djordje Dzeletovic (204-1993) who scored 23 points and 8 rebounds. Serbian forward Nikola Malesevic (202-1989, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Bosnian forward Nedim Mustafica (199-1991) produced 16 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Davell Roby (195-1996, college: St.Louis) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rabotnicki have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Cair 2030 lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Akademija FMP. Rabotnicki will meet Euro Nickel (#6) in the next round. Cair 2030's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Skopje Akademija FMP.
Top scorers:
Rabotnicki: D.Dzeletovic 23+8reb+3ast, N.Malesevic 16+6reb+3ast, F.Bakoch 13+10reb+1ast, E.Nottage 9+5reb+4ast, I.Umipig 8+3ast, G.Markovski 6+4reb+4ast
Cair 2030: D.Roby 17+3reb+4ast, N.Mustafica 16+7reb+1ast, R.Fatjon 10+6reb, H.Cucovic 6+6reb, P.Pajic 5+4reb+5ast, N.Hristijan 3+3reb+1ast

TFT - Strumica 92-82

Not a big story in a game in Skopje where 12th ranked Strumica (2-19) was defeated by third ranked TFT (14-6) 92-82 on Saturday. TFT looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was point guard Aleksandar Kostoski (186-1988, agency: Best Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 6 rebounds and 14 assists. American forward Trent Buttrick (206-1998, college: UMass, agency: Mansfield and Associates) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. Serbian guard Stefan Krstajic (190-1995) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and American forward Emeka Obukwelu (203-1998, college: Northeastern St.) added 20 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. TFT have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 14-6 record having four points less than leader MZT Skopje, which they share with Gostivar. Strumica lost tenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team stay dead last with 19 lost games. TFT will meet league's second-placed Pelister in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Strumica will play against Kumanovo (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
TFT: A.Kostoski 16+6reb+14ast, L.Anderson 15+2reb+2ast, T.Buttrick 14+8reb, N.Strahil 11+2reb+2ast, D.McBrayer 11+3ast, G.Zafirov 9+1reb
Strumica: S.Krstajic 21+10reb+7ast, E.Obukwelu 20+8reb+3ast, R.Mamuzikj 17+4reb+3ast, I.Volkanovski 11+1reb, N.Sucov 11+3reb+3ast, B.Dimitriev 2+2reb+1ast

Korsantia number one in North Macedonia Prva Liga for round 20 - by Eurobasket News

Georgian Power forward Giorgi Korsantia (207-F/C-1998, agency: BIG) had a very impressive game in the last round for Gostivar, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 20.
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 24 points and 15 rebounds, while his team crushed Euro Nickel (#6, 12-9) with 20-point margin 85-65. Gostivar maintains the 4th position in North Macedonian Prva Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Gostivar will need more victories to improve their 14-6 record. In the team's last game Korsantia had a remarkable 76.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Gostivar's top player in his first season with the team. Giorgi Korsantia has solid league stats. He leads league in rebounds with 12.5rpg. Korsantia is in league's top in and averages impressive 2.3spg and 60.5% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was young international power forward Andrej Maslinko (208-F/C-1997) of league's second-best Pelister. Maslinko had a very good evening with 28 points and 8 rebounds. Of course he led Pelister to another comfortable win 93-74 over the lower-ranked Feniks 2010 (#7, 11-9) being unquestionably team leader. Pelister's second position in the standings has not changed. His team lost just four games this season, while they won 16 matches. Maslinko is a newcomer at Pelister, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Serbian center Djordje Dzeletovic (204-C-1993) of Rabotnicki (#5). Dzeletovic scored 23 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Rabotnicki, leading his team to a 83-67 easy win against the lower-ranked Cair 2030 (#9, 5-15). Rabotnicki needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 8 lost games. Dzeletovic has a very solid season. In 5 games in North Macedonia he scored 22.6ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Emeka Obukwelu (203-F-1998) of Strumica - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Darko Sokolov (189-G-1986) of Euro Nickel - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
6. Viktor Efremovski (194-SG-1998) of Gostivar - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 11 assists
7. Stefan Krstajic (190-G-1995) of Strumica - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists
8. Aleksandar Kostoski (186-PG-1988) of TFT - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 14 assists
9. Djordje Marinovic (201-PF-2001) of Akademija FMP - 19 points and 8 rebounds
10. Arsenije Vuckovic (206-F-1998) of Gostivar - 20 points, 6 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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NORWAY

BLNO Round 3 of Semi-Finals. Wins for Gimle and Kongsberg - by Eurobasket News

Gimle - Baerum Basket 99-89

Gimle looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Baerum Basket's players. It was a great evening for American forward Dante Thompson (201-1993, college: GBC) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international guard Jorgen Odfjell (197-2000) helped adding 26 points and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Stian Mjoes (183-1989) with 25 points and 6 assists and the former international forward Sjur Dyb Berg (201-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Four Baerum Basket players scored in double figures. Baerum Basket's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Gimle: J.Odfjell 26+4reb+7ast, D.Thompson 23+9reb+6ast, M.Kolstad 21+3reb+5ast, L.Espe 8+11reb+6ast, E.Fjaerestad 8+2ast, G.Reidar 7+3reb+1ast
Baerum Basket: S.Mjoes 25+2reb+6ast, S.Dyb Berg 21+11reb, E.Gilchrese 14+2reb+3ast, K.Fredrik 12+2reb, H.Oscar 8+1reb+2ast, G.Emil 4+1reb

Kongsberg - Froya Basket 103-79

Kongsberg made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American guard Xavier Green (198-1996, college: Maryland, agency: One Motive Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. Forward Aly Hudgins (201-1993, college: ECU) helped adding 22 points and 10 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). The best for the losing side was American swingman DeAngelo Stewart (196-1995, college: PFW) with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import guard John Knight III (190, college: SUU) scored 23 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Kongsberg: X.Green 39+10reb+3ast, W.Lybaek 22+1reb+2ast, A.Hudgins 22+10reb+1ast, T.Sommerfeldt 12+4reb+3ast, H.Ullrich 4+2reb+1ast, L.Viken Erik 2+1reb
Froya Basket: D.Stewart 26+11reb+1ast, J.Knight III 23+6reb+7ast, N.Roso 11+1reb, O.Nisavic 11+6reb+3ast, L.Jorgen 6+1reb, J.Samba 2+1reb+1ast

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PALESTINE

SPB 2023 - DaQuan Brooks (ex Al Fara) joins Gigantes - by Francisco Vega

Gigantes de Guayana (SPB) added to their roster 33-year old American point guard DaQuan Brooks (177cm-1990, college: W.Connecticut). Brooks just played at Al Fara in Palestinian PBBA.
He is quite experienced player. Brooks' career allowed him to visit five different continents, while he played in twelve different countries. Brooks tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and of course North America. He has played previously professionally in Canada (Moncton Magic, Orangeville A's and Highlanders), Chile (Ancud), Mexico (Huracanes), Qatar (Al Wakrah), Saudi Arabia (Al Ansar), Turkey (Mamak), Venezuela (Panteras), Libya (Al Nasr), Dominican Republic (Indios), NBA G League (Maine Celtics), TBL (Vancouver K.) and The Basketball Tournament (We are D3).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his college team made it to the Venezuelan LPB Cup Final Four in 2019. Brooks was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Chilean Liga Nacional Honorable Mention in 2022.
He graduated from Western Connecticut State University in 2012 and it is his eleventh (!!!) season as a professional player.

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PERU

LBL 2023 - Lima Wolfpack accepted to play in the LBL's Primary League - by Francisco Vega

The Lima Wolpack franchise has been accepted to participate as one of the teams for the upcoming LBL's Primary League 2023 season in Peruvian basketball, according to its founder and CEO, American player Alvin Nance (196-F-1987, college: Philander Smith).

The team is now looking for players for the season. If the win, they'll advance to the LBL's Superior League. This organization was established two years ago by Alvin Nance, who has the all-time LBL record for points scored in a game with 71, achieved back in the 2014 season.

The mission of the Wolfpack, as described by Nance is "to build a championship culture and to thelp develop the national Peruvian athletes, while also giving guys the opportunity to start their career as a rookie". Nance added that "giving back to the culture while helping change people's lives was the reason I started this organization".

He's very thankful to the LBL for the opportunity of a lifetime and hopes to "help build the Peruvian brand of basketball".

The Lima Wolfpack has been playing in the Basket Lima Sur tournaments so far. Alvin Nance has also played in leagues of Bolivia, Mexico and France.

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POLAND

Stats Leaders - 1Liga

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Alphonso WILLIS

Bytom
(188-G-1998)
Avg: 21.8

21.8

21.2

19.4

19.2

17.5

2Liga Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Calar CALIKAN

Ochota W
(190-G-1997)
Avg: 24.6

24.6

23.3

23.0

22.8

21.3

1Liga Round 34: Dziki beat Polonia by one after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Sixteenth-ranked Polonia (9-25) was very close to win a game against second ranked Dziki (26-8) in Warszawa on Wednesday. Dziki managed to secure only one-point victory 91-90. However their fans expected much easier game. Dziki looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Mateusz Bartosz (205-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. American guard Marcus Azor (182-2000, college: UMass Dartmouth) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Dziki's coach Krzysztof Szablowski used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American guard Alphonso Willis (188-1998, college: A&M-Commerce) replied with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists for Polonia. Dziki have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 26-8 record behind leader Walbrzych. Polonia lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixteenth place with 25 games lost. They share the position with Zgorzelec.
1Liga top team - Gornik (27-7) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat fifth ranked Kociewskie Diably (21-13) in Starogard Gdanski 86-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kociewskie Diably. The former international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-1993) scored 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and Bartosz Majewski chipped in 21 points and 4 assists during the contest. Gornik's coach Marcin Radomski allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the losing side Wojciech Czerlonko (195-1995) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Gornik maintains first position with 27-7 record. Kociewskie Diably at the other side keeps the fifth place with 13 games lost.
Ninth-ranked AZS PO (18-16) was very close to win a game against fourth ranked GKS (22-12) in Tychy on Wednesday. GKS managed to secure only three-point victory 85-82. However their fans expected much easier game. Radoslaw Trubacz notched 17 points and 5 assists to lead the effort. GKS's coach Tomasz Jagielka used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 12 points and 7 rebounds by Artur Mielczarek did not help to save the game for AZS PO. GKS maintains fourth position with 22-12 record. Loser AZS PO keeps the ninth place with 16 games lost.

Other games in round 34 were not that significant. Radom smashed Koszalin on the road 110-91. Kolobrzeg lost to Poznan on its own court 86-89. WKK Wroclaw managed to outperform Slask 2 in a road game 89-74. Krosno recorded a loss to Krakow at home 68-82. Polonia W-wa defeated Zgorzelec on the opponent's court 102-91. Pelplin smashed Lublin 2 in a home game 130-56.
The most impressive performance of 34th round was 22 points and 6 assists by Wojciech Dzierzak of Pelplin.

Koszalin - Radom 91-110

No shocking result in a game when third ranked HydroTruck (24-10) crushed 10th ranked Zak (17-17) in Koszalin 110-91 on Wednesday. HydroTruck dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Zak's 22 and made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Zak 39-25 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for HydroTruck especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 61.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) notched 28 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and Filip Zegzula (188-1994) supported him with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Even 29 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!) by naturalized American Artur Labinowicz (193-1997, college: Evansville, agency: AB Agency) did not help to save the game for Zak. Point guard Mateusz Kaszowski (181-2001) added 11 points and 7 assists for lost side. Four Zak players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. HydroTruck maintains third position with 24-10 record having just three points less than leader Walbrzych. Loser Zak keeps the tenth place with 17 games lost.
Top scorers:
Radom: K.Ransom 28+6reb+8ast, F.Zegzula 18+6reb+7ast, D.Jeszke 12+7reb+4ast, J.Zalewski 11+2ast, J.Patoka 9+5reb+2ast, M.Sadlo 8+5reb+2ast
Koszalin: A.Labinowicz 29+8reb+6ast, M.Marcinkowski 17+1reb, M.Kaszowski 11+4reb+7ast, J.Dloniak 10+1reb+1ast, S.Rompa 8+3reb, K.Cezary 5+1reb+5ast

Dziki Wwa - Bytom 91-90

Sixteenth-ranked Polonia (9-25) was very close to win a game against second ranked Dziki (26-8) in Warszawa on Wednesday. Dziki managed to secure only one-point victory 91-90. However their fans expected much easier game. Dziki looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Mateusz Bartosz (205-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. American guard Marcus Azor (182-2000, college: UMass Dartmouth) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Dziki's coach Krzysztof Szablowski used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American guard Alphonso Willis (188-1998, college: A&M-Commerce) replied with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists and Damian Szczepanik (198-1997) added 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Polonia. Five Dziki and four Polonia players scored in double figures. Dziki have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 26-8 record behind leader Walbrzych. Polonia lost fifth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the sixteenth place with 25 games lost. They share the position with Zgorzelec.
Top scorers:
Dziki Wwa: M.Azor 22+4reb+2ast, M.Bartosz 14+13reb+2ast, M.Motel 11+3reb+1ast, P.Kuzkow 11+1reb+1ast, A.Czujkowski 10+7reb+6ast, R.Komenda 10+6reb+1ast
Bytom: A.Willis 27+14reb+6ast, M.Piechowicz 13+1reb+2ast, P.Wieczorek 11+1reb+2ast, K.Jagoda 10+1reb+1ast, D.Szczepanik 8+5reb+4ast, M.Chrabota 7+2reb+1ast

Kolobrzeg - Poznan 86-89

There was an upset when higher ranked Kotwica (20-14) was edged by twelfth ranked Enea Basket (16-18) in Kolobrzeg 89-86 on Wednesday. Michal Wielechowski (198-1994) notched 25 points to lead the effort and power forward Wojciech Fras (202-1991, agency: AB Agency) supported him with 13 points and 9 rebounds. Enea Basket's coach Przemyslaw Szurek used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 18 points and 7 rebounds by guard Piotr Smigielski (191-1989) did not help to save the game for Kotwica. Naturalized American point guard James Washington (182-1987, college: MTSU) added 15 points and 7 assists for lost side. Four Kotwica players scored in double figures. Enea Basket moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Krosno and WKK Wroclaw. Loser Kotwica keeps the sixth position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Poznan: M.Wielechowski 25+4reb, W.Fras 13+9reb+3ast, N.Jan 9+3reb+1ast, P.Stankowski 9+4reb, B.Ciechocinski 9+2reb+1ast, M.Dymala 8+6reb+5ast
Kolobrzeg: P.Smigielski 18+7reb, M.Kurpisz 17+6reb+1ast, J.Washington 15+2reb+7ast, W.Kowalenko 11+5reb+2ast, P.Pulkotycki 8+2reb+4ast, D.Pieloch 7+5reb

Slask 2 - WKK Wroclaw 74-89

Rather predictable result when thirteenth ranked WKK (16-18) won against 15th ranked Slask (12-22) in Wroclaw 89-74 on Wednesday. WKK made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when WKK made 7 blocks. Swingman Maksymilian Wilczek (197-2004) notched 22 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and the former international Michal Gabinski (202-1987) supported him with 19 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Five WKK players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 20 points and 17 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) by Bosnian center Edis Korman (211-2001) did not help to save the game for Slask. Point guard Aleksander Wisniewski (192-2003) added 20 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. WKK moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Krosno and Poznan. Slask lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 22 games lost.
Top scorers:
WKK Wroclaw: W.Maksymilian 22+3reb+4ast, M.Gabinski 19+6reb+1ast, D.Rutkowski 12+7reb+1ast, T.Ochonko 11+3reb+4ast, S.Kiwilsza 10+10reb+6ast, K.Zywert 6+7reb+2ast
Slask 2: W.Aleksander 20+5reb+3ast, K.Edis 20+17reb+1ast, P.Kuba 11+1reb+3ast, S.Wojciech 8+4reb+1ast, S.Bozenko 7+3reb+3ast, A.Lenczuk 3+2reb+2ast

Krosno - Krakow 68-82

There was a minor upset when 11th ranked Miast Szkla (16-18) lost to fourteenth ranked SGH (14-20) in Krosno 68-82 on Wednesday. SGH looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Swingman Szymon Sobiech (198-2002) notched 15 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Patryk Wydra (183-1997) supported him with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 10 points and 7 rebounds by forward Stanislaw Helinski (198-2000) did not help to save the game for Miast Szkla. Forward Maksymilian Zagorski (198-1999) added 12 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SGH maintains fourteenth position with 14-20 record. Loser Miast Szkla keeps the eleventh place with 18 games lost. They share the position with WKK Wroclaw and Poznan.
Top scorers:
Krakow: A.Mohamed 16+4reb, S.Szymon 15+5reb+3ast, P.Wydra 13+5reb+5ast, P.Zmarlak 9+7reb+5ast, O.Mateusz 9+4reb+1ast, D.Dyrda 7+1reb+1ast
Krosno: M.Zagorski 12+5reb, S.Helinski 10+7reb+1ast, L.Hubert 9+2reb+4ast, D.Harris 9+6reb+1ast, D.Oczkowicz 8+3reb, M.Jankowski 8+2reb

Starogard Gd. - Walbrzych 75-86

1Liga top team - Gornik (27-7) managed to deliver another win. This time they beat fifth ranked Kociewskie Diably (21-13) in Starogard Gdanski 86-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kociewskie Diably. Gornik players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The former international center Piotr Niedzwiedzki (211-1993) scored 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and guard Bartosz Majewski (193-1997) chipped in 21 points and 4 assists during the contest. Gornik's coach Marcin Radomski allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the losing side Wojciech Czerlonko (195-1995) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and American point guard Daniel Venzant (178-1998, college: St.Edward's) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. Gornik maintains first position with 27-7 record. Kociewskie Diably at the other side keeps the fifth place with 13 games lost.
Top scorers:
Walbrzych: P.Niedzwiedzki 22+7reb, B.Majewski 21+3reb+4ast, S.Walski 16+1reb, M.Sitnik 8+3reb+9ast, M.Stopierzynski 7+6reb+3ast, D.Durski 5+5reb+2ast
Starogard Gd.: D.Venzant 19+5reb+3ast, W.Czerlonko 19+7reb+3ast, J.Motylewski 17+6reb+3ast, P.Lis 8+1reb+7ast, K.Burczyk 7+4reb+1ast, P.Olaf 5+3reb

Tychy - Opole 85-82

Ninth-ranked AZS PO (18-16) was very close to win a game against fourth ranked GKS (22-12) in Tychy on Wednesday. GKS managed to secure only three-point victory 85-82. However their fans expected much easier game. Radoslaw Trubacz (196-1994) notched 17 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and point guard Piotr Wieloch (182-1994) supported him with 14 points and 6 rebounds. GKS's coach Tomasz Jagielka used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 12 points and 7 rebounds by forward Artur Mielczarek (196-1984) did not help to save the game for AZS PO. Point guard Jakub Kobel (190-1998) added 16 points for lost side. Five GKS and four AZS PO players scored in double figures. GKS maintains fourth position with 22-12 record. Loser AZS PO keeps the ninth place with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Tychy: M.Koperski 19+1reb+3ast, R.Trubacz 17+2reb+5ast, P.Wieloch 14+6reb+3ast, K.Kaminski 11+1reb+3ast, K.Makowski 10+4reb+1ast, C.Bartosz 6+3reb+1ast
Opole: J.Kobel 16+2reb+2ast, A.Kaczmarzyk 15+2reb+3ast, A.Skiba 13+2reb+1ast, A.Mielczarek 12+7reb+2ast, K.Marcin 9+6reb+1ast, M.Kapuscinski 8+8reb+1ast

Zgorzelec - Polonia W-wa 91-102

Everything went according to plan when eighth ranked Polonia (19-15) defeated 17th ranked Turow (9-25) in Zgorzelec 102-91 on Wednesday. Polonia shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Patryk Pelka (202-1989) notched 27 points to lead the effort and guard Jan Piliszczuk (194-2000) supported him with 25 points (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Four Polonia players scored in double figures. Polonia's coach Jakub Pendrakowski used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 28 points (made all of his seven free throws) by swingman Szymon Pawlak (192-1998) did not help to save the game for Turow. Guard Krzysztof Jakobczyk (183-1986) added 12 points and 7 assists for lost side. Polonia moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Pelplin. Loser Turow dropped to the sixteenth position with 25 games lost. They share it with Bytom.
Top scorers:
Polonia W-wa: P.Pelka 27+3reb+1ast, J.Piliszczuk 25+2reb+3ast, M.Wielunski 15+2reb+4ast, A.Linowski 11+7reb+4ast, S.Barnes-Thompkins 9+5reb+5ast, M.Dutkiewicz 7+1reb
Zgorzelec: S.Pawlak 28+3reb+3ast, F.Pruefer 13+4reb+2ast, K.Jakobczyk 12+1reb+7ast, K.Wasowicz 9+4reb+2ast, S.Mikolaj 9+1reb+2ast, S.Michal 7+1reb+4ast

Pelplin - Lublin 2 130-56

There was no surprise when 18th ranked Start 2 (1-33) was outleveled by eighth ranked Decka (19-15) in Pelpin 130-56 on Wednesday. Decka dominated down low during the game scoring 82 of its points in the paint compared to Start 2's 26. Decka forced 27 Start 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 39-18 including a 31-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Decka especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Start 2's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Decka made 7 blocks. Guard Wojciech Dzierzak (185-2001) notched 22 points and 6 assists to lead the effort and swingman Hubert Wyszkowski (196-1999) supported him with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Decka players scored in double figures. Even 18 points by guard Michal Grzesiak (194-2004) did not help to save the game for Start 2. Forward Kacper Majchrowicz (195-2004) added 8 points 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. Decka have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Polonia W-wa. Start 2 lost twenty sixth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 33 lost games.
Top scorers:
Pelplin: W.Dzierzak 22+6ast, H.Wyszkowski 17+6reb+4ast, R.Janik 14+2reb+5ast, T.Davis 13+6reb+2ast, W.Piotr 12+6reb+4ast, K.Obarek 12+2reb+5ast
Lublin 2: G.Michal 18+4reb+2ast, N.Wojciech 11+1ast, N.Ziolko 9+2reb, M.Kacper 8+4reb+2ast, C.Andrii 3+4reb+2ast, K.Szymon 3+1reb+1ast

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PUERTO RICO

Stats Leaders - BSN

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Hassan WHITESIDE

Queb.
(213-C-1989)
Avg: 24.3

24.3

23.7

22.3

21.5

21.2

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QATAR

D1 Stats

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Donte MCGILL

Al Wakrah
(190-G-1995)
Avg: 29.3

29.3

29.2

28.2

26.5

26.4

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ROMANIA

Stats Leaders - Men

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Tyler STONE

Rapid
(203-PF-1991)
Avg: 20.2

20.2

19.1

19.0

17.5

17.0

Cane number one in Romanian Liga I for round 9 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Point guard Armin Cane (188-PG-1993) had a great game in the last round for top-ranked Phoenix Corona, receiving a Hoops Agents Liga I Player of the Week award for round 9 (Second Stage).
The 29-year old player was the main contributor (23 points, two rebounds and eight assists) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Cluj CSU (#7, 1-6) with 32-point margin 99-67. It allowed Phoenix Corona to consolidate first place in the Romanian Liga I. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Phoenix Corona keeps a perfect 7-0 record. In the team's last game Cane had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Phoenix Corona's top player in his first season with the team. Former Stockton University star has very solid stats this year. Cane is in league's top in points (6th best: 20.2ppg) and averages impressive 3.2spg and 64.9% FGP. Worth to mention Cane played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball.

The second best player in last round's games was Tamas Bodo of Gheorgheni. Bodo had a very good evening with 43 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Gheorgheni to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Bucuresti E. (#14, 1-8) 89-65. This victory allowed Gheorgheni to move up to 4th position in the standings. His team's 3-3 record is not bad at all. Bodo is a newcomer at Gheorgheni, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.9ppg (#3). He also registered 10.1 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Lamar Hamrick (193-G-1998, agency: Haylett Sports) of league's top team Rm Valcea II. Hamrick scored 28 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Hamrick's great performance Rm Valcea II lost 78-80 to #3 ranked Agronomia. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Hamrick has a great season in Romania. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.8ppg (best scorer) and assists with 5.0apg (3rd best). He also has 2.1spg and FGP: 65.0%. Hamrick attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Calin Gradinaru) of Stomart Iasi - 29 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-C-2001) of Cluj CSU - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Stefan Paduraru (2005) of Stomart Iasi - 24 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Nicolae-Marian Ciuca (200-C-1999) of Rm Valcea II - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Luca Nastrut (193-SG) of Oradea 2 - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists
9. Liviu Rotariu (192-PG-1993) of Politehnica Iasi - 16 points and 12 rebounds
10. Andrei Oinaru (203-F/C-2005) of Phoenix Corona - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists

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

Liga I Round 9 (Second Stage): Brasov lose to Oradea 2 - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Round 9 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Brasov (7-4). They were defeated by eleventh ranked Oradea 2 (4-1) 100-86 on Monday night. The game was mostly controlled by Oradea 2. Brasov managed to win fourth quarter 30-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Oradea 2 forced 20 Brasov turnovers and outrebounded them 46-30 including 31 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Oradea 2 made 7 blocks. Luca Nastrut (193, agency: BIG) stepped up and scored 18 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals for the winners and Enzo Vescan (194-2002, agency: BIG) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. The best for the losing side was Alexandru Hodorac (-2004) with 27 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Oradea 2 maintains eleventh place with 4-1 record. Brasov at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Phoenix Corona. Brasov will play next round against Stomart Iasi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Oradea 2 will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Gheorgheni at home.
Important game to mention about took place in Bucuresti. Third ranked Agronomia (6-3) saved a 2-point victory at home edging second-best Rm Valcea II (7-2) 80-78 on Monday evening. Forward Adrian Movileanu (195-1993, agency: BIG) nailed 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Andrei Vizitiu accounted for 12 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Lamar Hamrick (193-1998, college: Portland St., agency: Haylett Sports) came up with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 rebounds for Rm Valcea II in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Agronomia have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 6-3 record behind leader Phoenix Corona. Newly promoted Rm Valcea II still keeps top position with two games lost. Agronomia will play against Craiova 2 (#6) on the road in the next round. Rm Valcea II will play against Politehnica Iasi (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game in Iasi was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Craiova 2 (3-6) played at the court of sixth ranked Politehnica Iasi (3-4). Politehnica Iasi managed to secure a 9-point victory 60-51 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Liviu Rotariu who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Iulian Corneanu who recorded 19 points and 8 rebounds. Craiova 2's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Politehnica Iasi moved-up to fourth place. Craiova 2 lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. Politehnica Iasi will meet league's leader Rm Valcea II in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Craiova 2 will play against Agronomia (#3) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 9: Phoenix Corona destroyed Cluj CSU on the opponent's court 99-67. Bottom-ranked Bucuresti E. was outscored by Gheorgheni in a home game 65-89. Stomart Iasi recorded a loss to Ploiesti CSU on the road 90-77. Laguna was crushed by Rm Valcea II on its own court 62-103.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 43 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds by Tamas Bodo of Gheorgheni.

Cluj CSU - Phoenix Corona 67-99

There was a minor upset in Cluj Napoca where 7th ranked Cluj CSU (1-6) was crushed by leader Phoenix Corona (7-0) 99-67 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Phoenix Corona. Cluj CSU managed to win fourth quarter 31-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Cluj CSU to just 6 points in third quarter. Phoenix Corona dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Cluj CSU's 40. Phoenix Corona forced 27 Cluj CSU turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was American point guard Armin Cane (188-1993, college: Stockton) who scored 23 points, 8 assists and 4 steals (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Power forward Andrei Oinaru (203-2005) chipped in 17 points and 9 rebounds. 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. At the other side the best for losing team was center Mihnea-Tudor Brie (196-2001) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and Ciprian Albu (-2002) added 8 points and 5 assists respectively. Cluj CSU's coach Florin Covaciu gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Phoenix Corona have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. Newly promoted Phoenix Corona maintains ninth place with 7-0 record. Cluj CSU lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with six games lost. Phoenix Corona will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cluj CSU will play against Sibiu 2 (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cluj CSU: B.Mihnea-Tudor 25+10reb+3ast, L.Toma 11+3ast, M.Rares 10+4reb+2ast, C.Albu 8+4reb+5ast, C.Darius 8+4reb, B.Radu 3+1reb+2ast
Phoenix Corona: A.Cane 23+2reb+8ast, P.Victor 20+4reb+1ast, O.Andrei 17+9reb+2ast, M.Edward 12+2reb+1ast, C.Sebastian 11+7reb+2ast, O.Barro 9+6reb+1ast

Bucuresti E. - Gheorgheni 65-89

The game between closely ranked teams ended with thirteenth ranked Gheorgheni's (3-3) road victory over bottom-ranked Bucuresti E. (1-8) 89-65 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Gheorgheni. Bucuresti E. managed to win fourth quarter 18-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Gheorgheni dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Bucuresti E.'s 18. Gheorgheni forced 23 Bucuresti E. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Tamas Bodo who scored 43 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds. Guard Matyas Lokody (190-1987) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Victor Vilcinschi (-2000) who recorded 20 points and 5 rebounds and Dimitris Petzalis (-1995) added 17 points respectively. Bucuresti E.'s coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Gheorgheni moved-up to twelfth place. Bucuresti E. lost sixth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with eight games lost. Gheorgheni will meet higher ranked Oradea 2 (#11) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bucuresti E. will play against Oradea 2 and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Bucuresti E.: V.Victor 20+5reb+1ast, P.Dimitris 17+3reb+1ast, R.Alexandru 10+8reb+1ast, S.Radu 6+2ast, M.Eracle 5+3ast, V.Dan 3+5reb
Gheorgheni: B.Tamas 43+9reb+2ast, M.Lokody 20+7reb+3ast, L.Tamas 10+10reb+5ast, P.Hunor 9+5reb+3ast, D.Roland 4+1reb+1ast, S.Hunor 3+2reb+3ast

Politehnica Iasi - Craiova 2 60-51

The game in Iasi was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Craiova 2 (3-6) played at the court of sixth ranked Politehnica Iasi (3-4). Politehnica Iasi managed to secure a 9-point victory 60-51 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 4 points at the halftime before their 25-10 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Politehnica Iasi dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to Craiova 2's 12. Politehnica Iasi forced 30 Craiova 2 turnovers and outrebounded them 44-32 including 16 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was point guard Liviu Rotariu (192-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. Horia Dragoslav (-2002) chipped in 13 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Politehnica Iasi players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Iulian Corneanu (197-1989) who recorded 19 points and 8 rebounds and Luca Manda (-2003) added 11 points respectively. Craiova 2's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Politehnica Iasi moved-up to fourth place. Craiova 2 lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. Politehnica Iasi will meet league's leader Rm Valcea II in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Craiova 2 will play against Agronomia (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Craiova 2: I.Corneanu 19+8reb, M.Luca 11+3reb+1ast, C.Mihai 9+5reb, L.Elvis 5+5reb+2ast, L.Filip 4+4reb+2ast, L.Robert 2+2reb+1ast
Politehnica Iasi: L.Rotariu 16+12reb+1ast, B.Rares 14+2reb+2ast, D.Horia 13+9reb+4ast, A.Padineanu 10+4reb+1ast, B.Teodor 4+10reb+1ast, S.Buiciuc 2+2reb+1ast

Ploiesti CSU - Stomart Iasi 90-77

Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Stomart Iasi (2-3) was defeated on the road by tenth ranked Ploiesti CSU (6-2) 90-77 on Sunday. Ploiesti CSU forced 23 Stomart Iasi turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was Ionut Neagu who scored 12 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Forward Alin Carabulea (-1995) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. Five Ploiesti CSU players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Calin Gradinaru who recorded 29 points and 5 assists and Stefan Paduraru (-2005) added 24 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Ploiesti CSU have a solid series of three victories in a row. Newly promoted Ploiesti CSU maintains tenth place with 6-2 record. Stomart Iasi at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the thirteenth position with three games lost. Ploiesti CSU will meet Gheorgheni (#12) on the road in the next round. Stomart Iasi will play against the league's second-placed Brasov where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Stomart Iasi: G.Calin 29+3reb+5ast, P.Stefan 24+8reb+2ast, P.Alexandru 10+9reb+4ast, V.Rares 5+2reb, F.Stefan 3+5reb, D.Alexandru 2+5reb+1ast
Ploiesti CSU: A.Carabulea 20+5reb+1ast, M.Florin 19+3reb+2ast, C.Alexandru 13+5reb+6ast, N.Ionut 12+6reb+8ast, S.Mihai 11+5reb+4ast, T.Barbuceanu 10+1reb+3ast

Oradea 2 - Brasov 100-86

Round 9 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Brasov (7-4). They were defeated by eleventh ranked Oradea 2 (4-1) 100-86 on Monday night. The game was mostly controlled by Oradea 2. Brasov managed to win fourth quarter 30-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Oradea 2 forced 20 Brasov turnovers and outrebounded them 46-30 including 31 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Oradea 2 made 7 blocks. Luca Nastrut (193, agency: BIG) stepped up and scored 18 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals for the winners and Enzo Vescan (194-2002, agency: BIG) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Oradea 2 players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Alexandru Hodorac (-2004) with 27 points and point guard Ovidiu Stochici (182-1995) scored 22 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Oradea 2 maintains eleventh place with 4-1 record. Brasov at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Phoenix Corona. Brasov will play next round against Stomart Iasi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Oradea 2 will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Gheorgheni at home.
Top scorers:
Brasov: H.Alexandru 27+1reb+3ast, O.Stochici 22+3reb+4ast, C.Justin 12+2reb, S.Souca 10+9reb+2ast, S.Matei 9+7reb+3ast, D.Mihai 4+8reb+4ast
Oradea 2: N.Luca 18+7reb+8ast, B.Mihai 17+3reb+1ast, V.Enzo 16+9reb+7ast, S.Karol 12+6reb+2ast, R.Muresan 9+3reb+3ast, P.Andrei 8+5reb+1ast

Agronomia - Rm Valcea II 80-78

Important game to mention about took place in Bucuresti. Third ranked Agronomia (6-3) saved a 2-point victory at home edging second-best Rm Valcea II (7-2) 80-78 on Monday evening. Rm Valcea II was tied at the half but could not keep up in last two quarters eventually losing the game. Agronomia players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. Forward Adrian Movileanu (195-1993, agency: BIG) nailed 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and center Andrei Vizitiu (201-1986) accounted for 12 points and 7 rebounds. Four Agronomia players scored in double figures. American guard Lamar Hamrick (193-1998, college: Portland St., agency: Haylett Sports) came up with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 rebounds and Anton Rotaru (188-2002) added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Rm Valcea II in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Agronomia have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 6-3 record behind leader Phoenix Corona. Newly promoted Rm Valcea II still keeps top position with two games lost. Agronomia will play against Craiova 2 (#6) on the road in the next round. Rm Valcea II will play against Politehnica Iasi (#4) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Rm Valcea II: L.Hamrick 28+13reb+3ast, R.Anton 16+5reb+5ast, K.Norbert 11+2reb+3ast, N.Ciuca 9+7reb+2ast, A.Singh 8+4reb+1ast, C.Sebastian 6+1ast
Agronomia: D.Laurentiu 15+1reb+2ast, D.Potcoava 13+5reb, A.Movileanu 13+8reb+4ast, A.Vizitiu 12+7reb+1ast, B.Mihnea 9+3reb+6ast, L.Alexandru 8+4reb+4ast

Laguna - Rm Valcea II 62-103

Everything went according to plan in Bucuresti where second ranked Rm Valcea II (7-2) outscored 8th ranked Laguna (1-7) 103-62 on Tuesday. 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 68 of its points in the paint compared to Laguna's 34. Rm Valcea II forced 25 Laguna turnovers and outrebounded them 53-37 including a 28-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Laguna's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Lamar Hamrick (193-1998, college: Portland St., agency: Haylett Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. His fellow American import Ajay Singh (199, college: Westmont, agency: Haylett Sports) chipped in 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Hamrick is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Rm Valcea II's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Paul Patran (196-2001) who recorded 20 points and 8 rebounds and guard Cristian Florea (193-1993) added 8 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Rm Valcea II keeps a position of league leader. Laguna lost third consecutive game. Laguna at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the eighth place with seven games lost. Rm Valcea II will meet at home Politehnica Iasi (#4) in the next round. Laguna will play again against the league's leader Rm Valcea II (#1) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Laguna: P.Paul 20+8reb+1ast, I.Vlad 9+4reb+1ast, C.Florea 8+6reb, S.Robert 7+3reb+1ast, N.Sebastian 6+2reb, B.Dragos 6+4reb+2ast
Rm Valcea II: L.Hamrick 27+12reb+4ast, A.Singh 17+6reb+4ast, N.Ciuca 16+8reb+2ast, T.Alexandru 11, K.Norbert 8+4reb+2ast, P.Alexandru 7+5reb

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RUSSIA

Stats Leaders - Superleague B

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Alimdzhan FEDYUSHIN

Barnaul
(209-C/F-1989)
Avg: 19.2

19.2

17.2

17.2

16.1

15.9

Higher League stats leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Pavel KRYASCHENKO

Dyna.
(200-F-1998)
Avg: 19.2

19.2

16.3

15.6

15.2

14.0

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UNICS-2 - MBA-2 71-66

Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Artem Kizilov (182-2003) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 4 assists. Guard Sergey Polstyanov (194-2002) contributed with 16 points for the winners. Four UNICS-2 players scored in double figures. Center Maksim Savchenko (208-2004) answered with 9 points and 8 rebounds and guard Pasha Ismailov (196-2003) added 10 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for MBA-2. MBA-2's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
UNICS-2: K.Artem 16+2reb+4ast, P.Sergey 16+1reb+2ast, P.Stanislav 13+4reb+2ast, N.Vladimir 10+7reb, K.Alexander 6+9reb+2ast, B.Ilya 6+4reb+1ast
MBA-2: Z.Ivan 14, I.Pasha 10+6reb+1ast, C.Stepan 9+5reb+2ast, S.Maksim 9+8reb+3ast, P.Yegor 7+3reb+4ast, P.Andrey 6

CSKA U23 - Zenit-2 75-79

CSKA U23 was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Point guard Andrey Toptunov (183-2002) stepped up and scored 20 points and 4 assists for the winners and center Egor Ryzhov (203-2004, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) chipped in 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Zenit-2 players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Kirill Petukhov (203-2004) responded with 15 points and Oleg Akramov (204-2003, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Zenit-2: T.Andrey 20+1reb+4ast, R.Egor 13+8reb+4ast, S.Vladislav 10+3reb, B.Mikhail 10+2reb+1ast, Z.Pavel 8+5reb, K.Alexandr 7+1reb+1ast
CSKA U23: P.Kirill 15+4reb+3ast, A.Oleg 11+7reb+3ast, K.Dmitry 10+4reb, K.Daniil 8+5reb, M.Ivan 8+1reb+2ast, P.Maxim 7+2reb+2ast

N.Novgorod-2 - Lokomotiv-2 53-84

Lokomotiv-2 made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 N.Novgorod-2 turnovers and outrebounded them 42-28 including 17 on the offensive glass. Lokomotiv-2 looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lokomotiv-2 made 8 blocks. Center Kirill Elatontsev (207-2002) nailed 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winning side and guard Mikhail Vedishchev (189-2004) accounted for 15 points and 5 assists. Five Lokomotiv-2 players scored in double figures. Guard Artem Orekhov (191-2002) came up with 15 points and 4 assists and guard Vadim Orekhov (197-2002) added 14 points respectively for N.Novgorod-2 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:
Lokomotiv-2: E.Kirill 16+9reb, V.Mikhail 15+2reb+5ast, S.Sergey 13+5reb+1ast, I.Daniil 12+2reb+1ast, T.Kirill 11+5reb+4ast, T.Demid 7+4reb+1ast
N.Novgorod-2: O.Artem 15+4reb+4ast, O.Vadim 14+4reb+1ast, O.Artem 9+3reb, P.Artem 8+3reb+1ast, V.Yefim 5+3reb+3ast, A.Daniil 2+8reb+4ast

Khimki-2 - Runa-2 84-82

Khimki-2 forced 19 Runa-2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Forward Sergei Kudrin (199-2004) nailed 30 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and guard Vladislav Shaduro (194-2003) accounted for 15 points. Guard Vitaly Savitskiy (185-2003) came up with 18 points (made all of his eight free throws) and Ivan Samoylenko added 16 points and 5 assists respectively for Runa-2 in the defeat. Four Runa-2 players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game.
Top scorers:
Khimki-2: K.Sergei 30+8reb, S.Vladislav 15+4reb+1ast, B.Maksim 9+3reb+4ast, N.Aleksandr 7+2reb+3ast, Z.Yaroslav 7+6ast, P.Ivan 7+6reb
Runa-2: S.Vitaly 18+4reb+2ast, S.Ivan 16+1reb+5ast, Z.Alexandr 12+2reb+1ast, M.Boris 10+2reb+2ast, K.Artem 9+2reb+2ast, S.Artem 5+2reb

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TSU - Novosybirsk 79-65

TSU made 25-of-26 free shots (96.2 percent) during the game. TSU outrebounded Novosybirsk 38-22 including a 32-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when TSU made 7 blocks. The former international guard Maxim Kolyushkin (191-1990) scored 14 points and 9 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Denis Levshin (202-1993) chipped in 19 points and 4 steals during the contest. Four TSU players scored in double figures. Guard Alexander Martynov (197-1995) responded with 16 points and Azat Tukmakov (190-1996) scored 8 points and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
TSU: D.Levshin 19+4reb+1ast, I.Karpenko 15+4reb+1ast, M.Kolyushkin 14+3reb+9ast, D.Makeev 12+3reb+4ast, A.Lavnikov 6+2reb, D.Arteshin 5+4reb+2ast
Novosybirsk: A.Martynov 16+4reb+2ast, Z.Sergey 10+4reb+1ast, A.Tukmakov 8+3reb+5ast, A.Kirdyachkin 8+1reb+1ast, R.Abdulbasirov 7+4reb, A.Kurtsevich 6

Khimki - Dinamo V. 71-60

Khimki forced 19 Dinamo V. turnovers. 28 personal fouls committed by Dinamo V. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Power forward Evgeny Fidiy (208-1991) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Alexander Maltsev (200-2002) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Serbian swingman Mihajlo Bogdanovic (197-1996) responded with 14 points and 4 assists and center Daniil Solovev (211-1987) scored 6 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Khimki: E.Fidiy 17+6reb+1ast, M.Alexander 17+4reb+1ast, D.Nezvankin 10+1reb+4ast, A.Varnakov 9+2reb+4ast, D.Kadoshnikov 6+3reb+1ast, D.Ziborov 3
Dinamo V.: M.Bogdanovic 14+2reb+4ast, A.Semenyuk 9+3reb, T.Harris 6+4reb, A.Fedyushin 6+1reb, D.Solovev 6+10reb+1ast, K.Sitnik 6+3reb+2ast

Uralmash - Tambov 100-58

Uralmash dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Tambov's 18. Uralmash forced 20 Tambov turnovers and outrebounded them 49-20 including a 34-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Tambov's players. American forward Javonte Douglas (203-1992, college: Montevallo) had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Aleksandr Zakharov (202-1993) chipped in 16 points during the contest. Five Uralmash players scored in double figures. Andrey Loginov (204-1993) responded with 16 points and guard Sergey Rasskazov (195-1992) scored 9 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:
Uralmash: A.Zakharov 16+3reb+3ast, J.Douglas 14+14reb+4ast, M.Kondakov 12+4reb, K.Mikheyev 11+6reb+2ast, K.Pisklov 11+2reb+5ast, A.Pisarchuk 11+5reb+1ast
Tambov: A.Loginov 16+2reb, S.Rasskazov 9+1reb+3ast, M.Khoziashev 7+2reb+4ast, M.Liutych 5+4reb, B.Vladislav 5+1ast, N.Ivanov 4+6reb+3ast

Runa Basket - Irkut 103-67

Runa Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Irkut's 18. Runa Basket had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 31 personal fouls committed by Irkut helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American guard Mike Davis (193-1996, college: Queens, NC) scored 23 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Artem Komissarov (199-1990, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Runa Basket players scored in double figures. Aleksey Chilikin (207-1993) responded with 19 points and 6 rebounds and guard Kiril Konovalov (195-1997) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. 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:
Runa Basket: M.Davis 23+2reb+5ast, I.Popov 12+5reb+1ast, V.Zaryazhko 12+5reb+2ast, A.Komissarov 11+7reb+1ast, M.Karpachev 10+4reb+1ast, M.Dybovskiy 10+5reb+1ast
Irkut: A.Chilikin 19+6reb+1ast, K.Konovalov 11+5reb+3ast, A.Stulenkov 8+5reb+3ast, A.Nesterov 8+5reb, I.Nelyubov 7+7reb, A.Vzdykhalkin 6+1reb+3ast

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SERBIA

Stats Leaders - 1A

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Stefan SMITH

Kolubara
(188-G-1999)
Avg: 23.9

23.9

21.3

19.4

17.3

17.2

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SLOVAKIA

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Prievidza - Iskra Svit 81-74

American guard Kevin Anderson (196-1998, college: Delaware) orchestrated the victory by scoring 26 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Serbian forward Dusan Hukic (210-1993) contributed with 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American swingman TJ Atwood (198-1997, college: Lamar) replied with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import guard Xavier Smith (193, college: CWU) added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Iskra Svit. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Iskra Svit: T.Atwood 21+6reb+4ast, T.King 18+7reb+1ast, X.Smith 16+6reb+4ast, H.Koval 11+8reb, K.Goncalves 8+4reb+1ast, S.Baldovsky 0
Prievidza: K.Anderson 26+6reb+8ast, A.Walker 16+1reb, D.Hukic 15+8reb+2ast, M.Jass 10+1reb+2ast, J.Wheeler 9+4reb+4ast, L.Patrik 3

Lucenec - Komarno 66-90

Serbian forward Vuk Djordjevic (203-1999) scored 22 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Bosnian forward Miljan Markovic (203-1992) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five Komarno players scored in double figures. American point guard Tyrik Armstrong (178, college: Texas Southern, agency: MSG) responded with 17 points and 5 assists and Montenegrin forward Vasilije Knezevic (202-1996) scored 15 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:
Lucenec: T.Armstrong 17+2reb+5ast, V.Knezevic 15+2reb+3ast, L.Juraj 13+5reb, E.Goss 5+3reb+1ast, L.Bolek 5+2reb+2ast, J.Zorvan 4+2reb+1ast
Komarno: V.Djordjevic 22+8reb, S.Gatling 17+1reb+3ast, D.Stuckey Jr. 14+3reb+2ast, M.Markovic 14+9reb+2ast, L.Gasic 12+4reb+5ast, B.Pipiska 5+4reb+3ast

Inter Bratislava - Levice 82-94

Levice made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international power forward Martin Bachan (203-1995) notched 24 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international center Boris Bojanovsky (217-1993, college: FSU) supported him with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Even a double-double of 27 points and 12 rebounds by Lithuanian center Tomas Zdanavicius (203-1996, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for Inter Bratislava. American swingman JP Moorman II (201-1998, college: UC Riverside, agency: Players Group) added 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Inter Bratislava: T.Zdanavicius 27+12reb+1ast, J.Moorman II 19+6reb+4ast, M.Kozlik 13+2reb+1ast, G.Bulatovic 12+4reb+3ast, J.Zakas 6+3reb+2ast, H.Robert 3
Levice: M.Bachan 24+5reb+3ast, B.Bojanovsky 17+8reb+3ast, D.Van Oostrum 16+5reb+6ast, D.Knezevic 13+2reb+4ast, D.Abraham 8+3reb+5ast, T.McCallum 7+5reb+1ast

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SLOVENIA

Stats Leaders - 1B

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Josh THOMPSON

Celje
(183-PG-1996)
Avg: 25.4

25.4

20.1

18.2

17.7

17.7

Dunn-Martin's 27 points and 9 assists give him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old point guard Tavian Dunn-Martin (173-PG-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Sentjur and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23.
He had the game-high 27 points adding five rebounds and nine assists for Sentjur in his team's victory, helping them to crush LTH Castings (#8, 7-16) with 16-point margin 91-75. Sentjur is placed at 4th position in Slovenian league. Sentjur 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 12-11 record. In the team's last game Dunn-Martin had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He turned to be Sentjur's top player in his first season with the team. Florida Gulf Coast University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Dunn-Martin is league's best scorer averaging so far 19.7ppg. Dunn-Martin is in league's top in assists (3rd best: 6.5apg) and averages solid 52.4% FGP and 40.2% from behind 3-point line.

Second best performed player last round was Blaz Mahkovic (201-F-1990, agency: Interperformances) of league's second-best Helios Suns. He is international forward in his 5th season at Helios Suns. In the last game Mahkovic recorded impressive 25 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Of course he led Helios Suns to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Rogaska (#7, 10-13) 94-73. Helios Suns' second position in the standings has not changed. His team lost just four games this season, while they won 19 matches. Mahkovic is one of the most experienced players at Helios Suns and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.0ppg (#6). He also recorded 4.4 assists per game.

Third place about best performers goes to swingman Mario Kegler (201-G/F-1997) of LTH Castings (#8). Kegler scored 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Despite Kegler's great performance LTH Castings lost 75-91 to the higher-ranked Sentjur (#4, 12-11). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Kegler has individually a great season in Slovenia. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 6.2rpg (7th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Simo Atanackovic (207-F-1990) of Terme Olimia - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Urban Durnik (204-PF-1997) of Rogaska - 24 points and 8 rebounds
6. Adnan Arslanagic (183-PG-1997) of Ilirija - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Leon Stergar (193-SG-2000) of Krka - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Gasper Skorjanc (190-G-2004) of Terme Olimia - 21 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Gaber Ozegovic (197-F-1998) of Sencur Gor. - 16 points and 6 rebounds
10. Stefan Glogovac (205-F-1994) of Sentjur - 19 points and 2 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)

Review of 2SKL Round 2 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News

Sezana - Jezica 74-77

The guests trailed by 4 points after three quarters before their 21-14 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Jezica made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. 25 personal fouls committed by Sezana helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was forward Matic Vesel (206-1998, college: Illinois) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 19 rebounds. The former international point guard Aljaz Bratec (192-1998) chipped in 29 points. Point guard Jost Flerin (195-2003) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and forward Mihajlo Benic (198-2001) added 11 points and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Four Sezana players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Sezana: F.Jost 19+9reb+3ast, A.Hirschmann 16+2ast, M.Filip 14+3reb+1ast, M.Benic 11+4reb+4ast, M.Radanovic 9+8reb+2ast, Z.Kukanja 3+7reb
Jezica: A.Bratec 29+2reb+3ast, M.Vesel 16+19reb+1ast, Z.Alen 15+4reb+4ast, M.Miha 6+4reb, R.Vid 4+1reb+1ast, L.Ferjancic 3+3reb+2ast

Troti - Jance 72-78

The guests trailed by 4 points at the halftime before their 40-30 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Jance outrebounded Troti 43-23 including 16 on the offensive glass. Power forward Jure Licen (197-2000) had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Nal Belko (183-2004) chipped in 13 points and 4 assists during the contest. Jance's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Nik Rebersak (195-2000) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and guard Jure Prus (184-1996, college: Northwood) scored 19 points. Four Troti players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Troti: J.Prus 19+2reb+2ast, N.Rebersak 17+8reb+1ast, R.Vidrih 10+5reb, B.Janezic 10+5reb+2ast, Z.Rok 9+2ast, K.Kim 5+2reb+2ast
Jance: J.Licen 22+17reb+2ast, B.Nal 13+1reb+4ast, L.Luka 10+5reb, D.Kopitar 9+4reb, T.Opara 8+3reb+4ast, V.Jurij 8+2reb

Litija - Triglav 57-85

The game without a history. Triglav led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Litija's 26. They outrebounded Litija 37-18 including 23 on the defensive glass. Center Miha Muratovic (204-2002) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and center Uros Sikanic (201-2001) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five Triglav players scored in double figures. Triglav's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Gregor Klobcar (202-1996) responded with 19 points and forward Aleksander Hocevar (198-2003) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Litija: G.Klobcar 19+3reb+1ast, H.Aleksander 14+6reb+1ast, J.Strel 9+1reb+1ast, K.Vito 7+3reb+1ast, U.Zadnik 4+2reb+5ast, H.Benjamin 2+1reb+1ast
Triglav: M.Miha 16+7reb+2ast, P.Dominik 14+3reb, C.Crt 12+2reb, U.Sikanic 11+8reb+2ast, J.Bavdek 11+1reb, J.Macek 11+3reb+3ast

Portoroz - Slovan 75-70

Slovan was tied at the half but could not keep up in last two quarters eventually losing the game. Portoroz forced 19 Slovan turnovers. Slovan was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Point guard Andraz Rogelja (189-1995, agency: PEPI SPORT) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Tim Skerbec (200-1993) contributed with 19 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Portoroz's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Matic Lamut (-2003) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Ziga Erculj (182-1986) added 13 points in the effort for Slovan. Four Slovan players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Slovan: L.Matic 21+10reb+1ast, Z.Erculj 13+1reb+3ast, K.Matija 11+4reb, B.Peter 11+2reb+1ast, D.Jon 6+3reb+1ast, D.Mark 5+7reb+2ast
Portoroz: T.Skerbec 19+6reb+3ast, A.Rogelja 15+10reb+4ast, A.Cveticanin 12+1reb+1ast, K.Martin 9+7reb, R.Svit 8+2reb+1ast, H.Elmir 5+5reb

Liga Nova KBM Round 23: Top-ranked Krka wins another game - by Eurobasket News

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Liga Nova KBM top team - Krka (19-4) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Terme Olimia (11-12) in Podcetrtek 117-93. The game was mostly controlled by Krka. Terme Olimia managed to win third quarter 24-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 30-of-36 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. 28 personal fouls committed by Terme Olimia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. International Leon Stergar (193-2000) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Montenegrin power forward Radosav Spasojevic (204-1992, agency: PEPI SPORT) contributed with 17 points for the winners. Naturalized Bosnian forward Simo Atanackovic (207-1990) answered with 20 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) for Terme Olimia. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Krka maintains first place with 19-4 record, which they share with Helios Suns. Terme Olimia at the other side keeps the fifth position with 12 games lost. Krka is looking forward to face Sentjur (#4) at home in the next round. Terme Olimia will play against the league's second-placed Helios Suns in Domzale and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
The game in Rogaska Slatina supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Helios Suns (19-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Rogaska (10-13). Helios Suns smashed Rogaska 94-73. It was a great evening for the former international forward Blaz Mahkovic (201-1990, agency: Interperformances) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Lovro Buljevic helped adding 14 points and 11 rebounds. Helios Suns' coach Dejan Jakara felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international Urban Durnik (204-1997) responded with 24 points and 8 rebounds. Helios Suns keep a position of league leader, which they share with Krka. Rogaska at the other side keeps the sixth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Ilirija. Helios Suns will play against Terme Olimia (#5) in Podcetrtek in the next round. Rogaska will play on the road against Sencur Gor. in Kranj and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game between seventh ranked Ilirija (10-13) and 8th ranked Hopsi Polzela (7-16) in Ljubljana on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Ilirija outscored guests from Polzela 108-71. It was a quality performance for Adnan Arslanagic who led the winners and scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Jure Pelko came up with 15 points and 5 assists for Hopsi Polzela in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ilirija moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Rogaska. Hopsi Polzela lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 16 games lost. They share it with LTH Castings. Ilirija will meet LTH Castings (#8) in the next round. Hopsi Polzela will play against Zlatorog in Lasko and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last two games of round 23 LTH Castings was beaten by Sentjur on the road 91-75. Sencur Gor. won against Zlatorog on its own court 71-53.

Sentjur - LTH Castings 91-75

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Sentjur (12-11) beat at home 8th ranked LTH Castings (7-16) 91-75 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 3 points at the halftime before their 52-33 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Tavian Dunn-Martin (173-1998, college: FGCU) who led the winners and scored 27 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Rok Nemanic (192-2001) accounted for 19 points for the winning side. Sentjur's coach Damjan Novakovic used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American swingman Mario Kegler (201-1997, college: Baylor) came up with 18 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and point guard Matej Cibej (180-2002) added 15 points respectively for LTH Castings in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sentjur have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place. Newly promoted LTH Castings keep the eighth position with 16 games lost. They share it with Hopsi Polzela. Sentjur will meet league's leader Krka in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. LTH Castings will play against Ilirija (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sentjur: T.Dunn-Martin 27+5reb+9ast, R.Nemanic 19+3reb+2ast, S.Glogovac 19+2reb, T.Tomazic 16+6reb+1ast, J.Craig 8+8reb+2ast, N.Zupan 2+2reb+3ast
LTH Castings: M.Kegler 18+7reb+3ast, M.Cibej 15+1reb+2ast, T.Jugovic 12+4reb+2ast, S.Bilic 11+4reb+2ast, R.Rodic 7+6reb, F.Nace 6+4reb

Ilirija - Hopsi Polzela 108-71

The game between seventh ranked Ilirija (10-13) and 8th ranked Hopsi Polzela (7-16) in Ljubljana on Saturday ended with biggest points difference. Ilirija outscored guests from Polzela 108-71. The game without a history. Ilirija led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Hopsi Polzela's 36 and made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Ilirija forced 26 Hopsi Polzela turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a quality performance for Bosnian point guard Adnan Arslanagic (183-1997) who led the winners and scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Jaka Klobucar (199-2003) accounted for 17 points for the winning side. Guard Jure Pelko (189-1990) came up with 15 points and 5 assists and swingman Ozbej Glavan (198-2001) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Hopsi Polzela in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ilirija moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Rogaska. Hopsi Polzela lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 16 games lost. They share it with LTH Castings. Ilirija will meet LTH Castings (#8) in the next round. Hopsi Polzela will play against Zlatorog in Lasko and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ilirija: K.Jaka 17+2reb+1ast, A.Adnan 16+5reb+2ast, K.Damian 13+7reb, L.Kures 12+2reb+1ast, M.Matic 11+7reb+2ast, A.Shashkov 10+3reb+2ast
Hopsi Polzela: J.Pelko 15+1reb+5ast, G.Ozbej 14+5reb+2ast, J.Besedic 14+6reb, M.Vranjkovic 11+4reb+2ast, M.Vasilic 5+3reb+2ast, I.Goltnik 4+1reb+1ast

Terme Olimia - Krka 93-117

Liga Nova KBM top team - Krka (19-4) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed fifth ranked Terme Olimia (11-12) in Podcetrtek 117-93. The game was mostly controlled by Krka. Terme Olimia managed to win third quarter 24-22. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 30-of-36 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. 28 personal fouls committed by Terme Olimia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. International Leon Stergar (193-2000) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Montenegrin power forward Radosav Spasojevic (204-1992, agency: PEPI SPORT) contributed with 17 points for the winners. Four Krka players scored in double figures. Naturalized Bosnian forward Simo Atanackovic (207-1990) answered with 20 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and guard Gasper Skorjanc (190-2004) added 21 points and 4 assists in the effort for Terme Olimia. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Krka maintains first place with 19-4 record, which they share with Helios Suns. Terme Olimia at the other side keeps the fifth position with 12 games lost. Krka is looking forward to face Sentjur (#4) at home in the next round. Terme Olimia will play against the league's second-placed Helios Suns in Domzale and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Krka: L.Stergar 20+5reb+2ast, A.Stavrov 17+2reb, R.Spasojevic 17+3reb+2ast, R.Stipcevic 15+4reb+1ast, J.Span 12+1reb+6ast, C.Miha 11+5reb+2ast
Terme Olimia: S.Gasper 21+3reb+4ast, S.Atanackovic 20+6reb+2ast, S.Cebular 13+4reb+5ast, S.Igor 11+2reb, B.Jure 9+4reb+2ast, Z.Svigelj 9+6reb+4ast

Sencur Gor. - Zlatorog 71-53

Very expected game when 10th ranked Zlatorog (6-17) lost to third ranked Sencur Gor. (14-9) in Kranj 53-71 on Monday. The game without a history. Sencur Gor. led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Zlatorog's 12. Sencur Gor. forced 19 Zlatorog turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for the former international power forward Dino Muric (201-1990) who led the winners and scored 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Gaber Ozegovic (197-1998, college: CS Fullerton) accounted for 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Naturalized Croatian point guard Daniel Vujasinovic (188-1989) came up with 10 points and 8 assists and point guard Klemen Pozin (180-1995) added 18 points respectively for Zlatorog in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Sencur Gor. have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 14-9 record having five points less than leader Krka. Loser Zlatorog stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Sencur Gor. will meet at home Rogaska (#7) in the next round. Zlatorog will play against Hopsi Polzela and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sencur Gor.: G.Ozegovic 16+6reb+1ast, D.Muric 15+8reb+4ast, E.Ahmedovic 10+8reb, L.Walford 8+2reb, M.Alen 8+3reb, J.Novak 6+4ast
Zlatorog: K.Pozin 18+2ast, U.Nik 10+2reb+1ast, D.Vujasinovic 10+3reb+8ast, A.Bailey 6+7reb, T.Blaz 4+4reb+1ast, K.Smrekar 3+5reb

Rogaska - Helios Suns 73-94

The game in Rogaska Slatina supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Helios Suns (19-4) played at the court of 6th ranked Rogaska (10-13). Helios Suns smashed Rogaska 94-73. The game was mostly controlled by Helios Suns. Rogaska was better in third quarter 18-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Rogaska 41-23 including a 33-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Helios Suns players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. It was a great evening for the former international forward Blaz Mahkovic (201-1990, agency: Interperformances) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Croatian power forward Lovro Buljevic (211-1998) helped adding 14 points and 11 rebounds. Helios Suns' coach Dejan Jakara felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international Urban Durnik (204-1997) responded with 24 points and 8 rebounds and swingman Jure Span (193-1995, college: USC Upstate, agency: PEPI SPORT) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 assists. Four Rogaska players scored in double figures. Helios Suns keep a position of league leader, which they share with Krka. Rogaska at the other side keeps the sixth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Ilirija. Helios Suns will play against Terme Olimia (#5) in Podcetrtek in the next round. Rogaska will play on the road against Sencur Gor. in Kranj and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Helios Suns: B.Mahkovic 25+6reb+7ast, L.Buljevic 14+11reb+3ast, T.Ferme 10+3reb+2ast, S.Lenart 10+1ast, U.Oman 9+3reb+2ast, Z.Jan 9+2reb
Rogaska: U.Durnik 24+8reb, D.Jean-Baptiste 18+4reb+1ast, I.Milicevic 10+2reb, J.Span 10+3reb+13ast, P.Tabak 9+4reb, M.Domen 2

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SPAIN

Stats Leaders - ACB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Shannon EVANS II

Real B
(185-PG-1994)
Avg: 21.0

21.0

16.4

15.9

15.7

15.1

Stats Leaders - LEB Gold

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Michael CARRERA

Lleida
(196-F-1993)
Avg: 20.3

20.3

19.1

16.9

16.7

15.7

Stats Leaders-LEB Silver

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Kedar N''Kosi SALAM

Tobarra
(191-G-1994)
Avg: 28.3

28.3

21.8

21.3

20.5

20.4

Chris Chiozza joins Murcia - by Eurobasket News

Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB (Liga Endesa) agreed terms with 27-year old American international point guard Chris Chiozza (183cm-80kg-1995, college: Florida, agency: Pensack Sports). Chiozza started the season at Long Island Nets (NBA G League) in the U.S. In 48 games he had 12.5ppg, 5.2rpg, 8.8apg and 1.8spg. He has been regularly called to USA Senior National Team since 2019.
Chiozza has played also professionally in NBA (GS Warriors, Houston Rockets, Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards), NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors, RGV Vipers and Capital City Go-Go) and NBA Summer League (Houston Rockets). He won district championship title in 2013 and 2014.
Chiozza was voted to SEC All-Defensive Team back in 2018.
He graduated from University of Florida in 2018 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

(via @DDPronos)

Jofresa's 31-point game gives him LEB Silver Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

21-year old point guard Gerard Jofresa (183-PG-2001) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's best team Prat and receives a Hoops Agents LEB Silver Player of the Week award for round 25.
He had the game-high 31 points adding three rebounds and three assists for Prat in his team's victory, helping them to crush Sant Antoni (#4, 18-7) with 20-point margin 93-73. It allowed Prat to consolidate first place in the Spanish LEB Silver. Prat have a solid 21-4 record. In the team's last game Jofresa had a remarkable five three-pointers out of 7 attempts. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Gerard Jofresa averages this season 10.6ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Marcos Portalez (202-F/C-1995, agency: Interperformances) of Baskonia B. He is a forward in his second season at Baskonia B. In the last game Portalez recorded impressive 30 points and 7 rebounds. It was enough for Baskonia B to edge the higher-ranked Moron (#10, 9-16) by 3 points 98-95. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in West. Baskonia B keeps 14th position. 19 lost games are too many comparing to just six victories Baskonia B managed to get this year. Portalez is well-known at Baskonia B and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Viktor Kovacevic (203-F) of Palma (#5). Kovacevic scored 24 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Palma, leading his team to a 90-74 easy win against the lower-ranked Salou (#12, 7-18). Palma needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in East. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 9 lost games. Kovacevic has a very solid season. In 25 games in Spain he scored 11.8ppg. He also has 6.8rpg and FGP: 59.3%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Alberto Cabrera (187-G-1998) of Zornotza - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists
5. Hunter Preston (201-F) of Alginet - 21 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Sergio Romero (2000) of Alginet - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Duby Okeke (203-C-1994) of Cornella - 21 points and 4 rebounds
8. Kemel Archer (198-F-1995) of Talavera - 14 points and 16 rebounds
9. Jon Aramburu (207-C/F-1992) of Algeciras - 12 points and 11 rebounds
10. Milan Suskavcevic (209-C-1997) of Palma - 15 points, 14 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)

Nihad Djedovic extends his stay with Unicaja until 2025 - by Eurobasket News

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SWEDEN

Stats Leaders - BasketEttan

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Gustav MOBERG

Tureberg
(189-G-2000)
Avg: 25.2

25.2

25.1

24.5

24.3

22.8

Widmark's 29 points give him Hoops Agents Superettan Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

21-year old guard Lukas Widmark (188-G-2001) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Hogsbo and receives a Hoops Agents Superettan Player of the Week award for round 29.
He had the game-high 29 points adding three assists for Hogsbo in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Wetterbygden (#10, 10-14) with 31-point margin 110-79. It allowed Hogsbo to consolidate first place in the Swedish Superettan. Hogsbo have a solid 21-3 record. In the team's last game Widmark had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He has many years of experience at Hogsbo, through which he has constantly improved. Lukas Widmark averages this season 8.1ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Andreas Von Uthmann (197-F-1996) of IK Eos. He is a forward in his 5th season at IK Eos. In the last game Von Uthmann recorded impressive double-double of 31 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as IK Eos lost that game 90-98 to the higher-ranked Tureberg (#4, 15-9). IK Eos 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 10-14 record. Von Uthmann is one of the most experienced players at IK Eos and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.8ppg (#5). His other stats are also decent: 11.4rpg and 3.3apg.

Third place about best performers goes to swingman Flavio Gomes (194-G/F-1988) of Wetterbygden (#10). Gomes got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He went also for nine rebounds . Despite Gomes' great performance Wetterbygden lost 79-110 to the higher-ranked Hogsbo (#1, 21-3). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Wetterbygden ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 14 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Gomes could help Wetterbygden to bring them higher in the standings. Gomes has a very solid season. In 24 games in Sweden he scored 16.1ppg. He also has 7.1rpg and FGP: 63.8%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. David Niklasson (193-G-1995) of Norrort - 34 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Max Andersson (187-G-2004) of RIG Mark - 7 points, 10 rebounds and 16 assists
6. Gustav Moberg (189-G-2000) of Tureberg - 29 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Olle Welander (2000) of AIK Basket - 23 points and 9 rebounds
8. Emil Lundstedt (179-PG-1994) of Hogsbo - 25 points and 8 rebounds
9. Samoro Unger) of Helsingborg - 19 points and 11 rebounds
10. Sasa Vural) of Team4Q - 19 points, 11 rebounds and 8 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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SWITZERLAND

Stats Leaders LNA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Isaiah ROSS

Lugano
(193-G/F-1996)
Avg: 22.5

22.5

22.4

22.4

19.9

19.8

U18 League Round 13 (Second Stage): Vevey lose to Red Devils - by Eurobasket News

The Second Stage in U18 League just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Vevey (10-2) recorded its second loss in Morges on Wednesday night. Visitors were defeated by third ranked Red Devils (9-3) 91-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vevey. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Red Devils moved-up to second place, which they share with Bernex and Basel. Vevey at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost.
The game in Lausanne was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Bernex (9-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Foxes (5-7). Bernex defeated Foxes 75-60. Bernex maintains second place with 9-3 record behind leader Basel, which they share with Morges and Basel. Foxes at the other side keep the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Massagno.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Geneve. Local Geneve (4-7) outscored 7th ranked Academie Frib. (3-9) 91-71 on Friday night. Geneve have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 4-7 record, which they share with Nyon. Academie Frib. lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost.

Geneve - Academie Frib. 91-71

The game with biggest result difference took place in Geneve. Local Geneve (4-7) outscored 7th ranked Academie Frib. (3-9) 91-71 on Friday night. Geneve have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 4-7 record, which they share with Nyon. Academie Frib. lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost.

Pully - Bernex 60-75

The game in Lausanne was also worth to mention about. Second ranked Bernex (9-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Foxes (5-7). Bernex defeated Foxes 75-60. Bernex maintains second place with 9-3 record behind leader Basel, which they share with Morges and Basel. Foxes at the other side keep the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with Massagno.

Morges - Vevey 91-73

Top ranked Vevey (10-2) recorded its second loss in Morges on Wednesday night. Visitors were defeated by third ranked Red Devils (9-3) 91-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Vevey. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Red Devils moved-up to second place, which they share with Bernex and Basel. Vevey at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost.

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TAIWAN

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Michael EFEVBERHA

Taoyuan
(195-G-1984)
Avg: 28.7

28.7

27.2

23.2

22.2

21.6

T1 League Round 38: N.Taipei CTBC beat TB Herobears in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

An exciting game was when First ranked N.Taipei CTBC faced 4th ranked TB Herobears. N.Taipei CTBC (22-4) defeated TB Herobears (12-14) 103-88. N.Taipei CTBC forced 22 TB Herobears turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by TB Herobears' players. The best player for the winners was Croatian center Kristijan Krajina (208-1990, college: Mt.St.Mary's, agency: 011 Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 16 rebounds. The former international forward Mohammad Al Bachir (188-1998) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. N.Taipei CTBC's coach Yi-hua Lee used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tanzanian center Hasheem Thabeet (218-1987, college: UConn) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds for N.Taipei CTBC. They have an impressive 13-game winning streak. N.Taipei CTBC maintains first position with 22-4 record. TB Herobears at the other side keep the fourth place with 14 games lost. N.Taipei CTBC are again looking forward to face TB Herobears (#4) on the road in the next round. TB Herobears will have a break next round.
Leader N.Taipei CTBC delivered the twenty second victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Leopards (6-20) 108-92 in Taoyuan. American forward Nick King (201-1995, college: MTSU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 42 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. Mohammad Al Bachir contributed with 22 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American center Dwight Howard (211-1985) replied with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for Leopards. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. N.Taipei CTBC (22-4) have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Leopards lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 20 games lost. N.Taipei CTBC will play against TB Herobears (#4) on the road in the next round. Leopards will play against Suns and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

N.Taipei CTBC - TB Herobears 103-88

An exciting game was when First ranked N.Taipei CTBC faced 4th ranked TB Herobears. N.Taipei CTBC (22-4) defeated TB Herobears (12-14) 103-88. N.Taipei CTBC forced 22 TB Herobears turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by TB Herobears' players. The best player for the winners was Croatian center Kristijan Krajina (208-1990, college: Mt.St.Mary's, agency: 011 Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 16 rebounds. The former international forward Mohammad Al Bachir (188-1998) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. N.Taipei CTBC's coach Yi-hua Lee used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tanzanian center Hasheem Thabeet (218-1987, college: UConn) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds and the former international Po-Hsun Chou (197-1991) added 16 points and 11 rebounds respectively for N.Taipei CTBC. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. They have an impressive 13-game winning streak. N.Taipei CTBC maintains first position with 22-4 record. TB Herobears at the other side keep the fourth place with 14 games lost. N.Taipei CTBC are again looking forward to face TB Herobears (#4) on the road in the next round. TB Herobears will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
TB Herobears: C.Lee 16+5reb+1ast, P.Chou 16+11reb+1ast, M.Qualls 15+8reb+1ast, H.Thabeet 14+16reb+3ast, T.Xun-Xiang 11+4reb+7ast, P.Jones III 10+5reb+2ast
N.Taipei CTBC: A.Bachir Mohammad 19+7reb+1ast, Y.Hsieh 17+2reb+3ast, L.Bing-Sheng 14+4reb+3ast, N.King 13+6reb+5ast, K.Krajina 13+16reb+2ast, W.Lin 11+2reb+12ast

Taoyuan L. - N.Taipei CTBC 92-108

Leader N.Taipei CTBC delivered the twenty second victory. This time they beat 6th ranked Leopards (6-20) 108-92 in Taoyuan. They outrebounded Leopards 50-35 including a 36-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. N.Taipei CTBC players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American forward Nick King (201-1995, college: MTSU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 42 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. The former international forward Mohammad Al Bachir (188-1998) contributed with 22 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American center Dwight Howard (211-1985) replied with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Nigerian-American guard Michael Efevberha (195-1984, college: CSUN) added 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Leopards. Four N.Taipei CTBC and five Leopards players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. N.Taipei CTBC (22-4) have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Leopards lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 20 games lost. N.Taipei CTBC will play against TB Herobears (#4) on the road in the next round. Leopards will play against Suns and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Taoyuan L.: D.Howard 25+8reb+4ast, M.Efevberha 15+12reb+4ast, H.Chen 13+1reb+4ast, P.Tseng 12+3reb+1ast, D.Davis 11+5reb+1ast, L.Cheng-Feng 6+1reb+1ast
N.Taipei CTBC: N.King 42+10reb+2ast, A.Bachir Mohammad 22+5reb+1ast, Y.Hsieh 14+5reb+4ast, K.Krajina 12+10reb+2ast, L.Bing-Sheng 6+3reb+5ast, K.Berzins 5+9reb

Nick King gets MVP of the Week award for Taiwanese T1 League (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Nick King (201-F-1995) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's leader N.Taipei CTBC and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 38.
The 27-year old forward had a double-double of 42 points and ten rebounds, while his team crushed Taoyuan L. (#6, 6-20) with 16-point margin 108-92. It allowed N.Taipei CTBC to consolidate first place in the Taiwanese T1 League. N.Taipei CTBC have a solid 22-4 record. In the team's last game King had a remarkable 60.9% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at N.Taipei CTBC, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Middle Tennessee State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. King is in league's top in points (2nd best: 27.2ppg), assists (9th best: 4.5apg) and averages solid 54.7% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American center Dwight Howard (211-C-1985) of Taoyuan L.. Howard impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Taoyuan L. lost that game 92-108 to the higher-ranked N.Taipei CTBC (#1, 22-4). Taoyuan L. are still at the very bottom. 20 lost games are too many comparing to just six victories Taoyuan L. managed to get this year. Howard is a newcomer at Taoyuan L. and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.2ppg (#3). His other stats are also decent: 16.3rpg and 4.8apg.

The third best performed player last round was Tanzanian Hasheem Thabeet (218-C-1987) of TB Herobears (#4). Thabeet scored 14 points and grabbed sixteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Thabeet's great performance TB Herobears lost 88-103 to #1 ranked N.Taipei CTBC. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of TB Herobears ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 14 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Thabeet could help TB Herobears to bring them higher in the standings. Thabeet has a very solid season. In 4 games in Taiwan he scored 8.0ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Michael Efevberha (195-G-1984) of Taoyuan L. - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Po-Hsun Chou (197-PF-1991) of TB Herobears - 16 points and 11 rebounds
6. Kristijan Krajina (208-C-1990) of N.Taipei CTBC - 13 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Mohammad Al Bachir (188-F-1998) of N.Taipei CTBC - 22 points and 5 rebounds
8. Ya-Hsuan Hsieh (187-G-1998) of N.Taipei CTBC - 17 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Wei-Han Lin (178-PG-1990) of N.Taipei CTBC - 11 points, 2 rebounds and 12 assists
10. Bing-Sheng Lin (186-G-1996) of N.Taipei CTBC - 14 points, 4 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)

Jeremy Tyler gets MVP of the Week award for Taiwanese PLeague+ (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Experienced American Jeremy Tyler (208-F-1991) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Lioneers and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents PLeague+ Player of the Week award for round 28.
The 31-year old forward had a double-double of 40 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team crushed Kings (#1, 23-8) with 25-point margin 98-73. Lioneers maintains the 5th position in Taiwanese PLeague+. Lioneers is currently ranked second from the bottom. They need more victories to improve their 12-18 record. In the team's last game Tyler had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 8 attempts. He just recently signed at Lioneers, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Jeremy Tyler averages this season 23.0ppg and 10.5rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American point guard Jeremy Lin (191-PG-1988) of Steelers. Lin impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 25 points and 16 assists. Of course Steelers cruised to a 97-87 relatively comfortable win over slightly higher-ranked Dreamers (#4, 14-18). Despite this victory they still are dead at the bottom. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-21 record. Lin is one of the most experienced players at Steelers and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Ukrainian Igor Zaytsev (210-C/F-1989, agency: BIG) of second-ranked Fubon Braves. Zaytsev showcased his all-around game by recording 17 points, nineteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Fubon Braves, leading his team to a 100-96 win against #4 ranked Dreamers in a game of the week. Fubon Braves needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 20 victories and 12 lost games. Zaytsev has a very solid season. In 14 games in Taiwan he scored 15.8ppg. He also has 9.9rpg and FGP: 54.2%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jeff Ayres (206-F-1987) of Pilots - 26 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Quincy Davis (203-F/C-1983) of Kings - 17 points and 14 rebounds
6. Kenny Manigault (195-G/F-1991) of Kings - 23 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Michael Singletary (198-F-1988) of Fubon Braves - 20 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Will Artino (211-C/F-1992) of Lioneers - 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Chris McCullough (208-F-1995) of Dreamers - 27 points and 11 rebounds
10. Chia-Jui Lee (200-C-1994) of Lioneers - 8 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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Lual number one in Uganda NBL for round 4 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Sudanese Center Titus Lual (C) had a great game in the last round for top-ranked City Oilers, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 4.
The player had a double-double of 25 points and 13 rebounds, while his team outclassed UPDF (#7, 1-2) with 34-point margin 87-53. It allowed City Oilers to consolidate first place in the Ugandan NBL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but City Oilers already had a very good start winning all 6 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Lual had a remarkable 61.5% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at City Oilers, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Titus Lual has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 15.2ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 11.3rpg) and averages impressive 2.3bpg and 60.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was DR Congolese Amisi Saidi (200-C) of league's second-best KIU Titans. Saidi had a very good evening with 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course he led KIU Titans to another comfortable win 89-72 over the lower-ranked Ndejje Angels (#5, 2-2) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed KIU Titans to move up to second position in the standings. His team's 3-1 record is not bad at all. Saidi is one of the most experienced players at KIU Titans and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.5ppg (#2). He also registered 8.5 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was Peter Cheng of Blazers (#3). Cheng scored 22 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Blazers, leading his team to a 89-69 easy win against the lower-ranked KCCA P. (#8, 1-3). Blazers needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 1 lost games. Cheng has a great season in Uganda. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.0ppg (best scorer) and rebounds with 10.3rpg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Geoffrey Soro (198-F-1992) of Blazers - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Edgar Munaba) of KIU Titans - 10 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Moses Mugisha (C/F-1984) of Our Saviour - 14 points and 15 rebounds
7. Martin Ouma (195-F-1999) of KCCA P. - 28 points and 6 rebounds
8. Fayed Baale (173-PG) of City Oilers - 19 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Kenneth Mesho) of Our Saviour - 17 points and 10 rebounds
10. Nasser Guddi (F-1992) of Blazers - 15 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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UNITED KINGDOM

EBL Div.1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Justin WILLIAMS

Bradford
(178-PG-)
Avg: 24.1

24.1

23.8

22.9

22.7

22.1

SPB 2023 - Gaiteros ink Robert Gilchrist - by Francisco Vega

Gaiteros de Zulia (SPB) signed 32-year old British ex-international power forward Robert Gilchrist (206cm-100kg-1990, college: FSU). Gilchrist just played at ES Sahel in Tunisian ProA. In two CN1 games he had 14.0ppg and 9.0rpg last season. He also played for Elan Coton (D1) in Beninese league.
Gilchrist was also a member of British international program for some years. He played for British Senior National Team between 2015 and 2019 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2010.
Gilchrist represented United Kingdom at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) 2021 Pre-Qualifiers four years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 2.0ppg, 1.0rpg.
He is quite experienced player. Gilchrist has played in eight different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in France (Rueil), Germany, Greece (Peristeri and Holargos), Iran (Rafsanjan), Japan (Earthfriends Tokyo Z), Spain (Valladolid and Araberri), Sweden (BC Lulea) and United Kingdom (Worcester Wolves and Scorchers).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Spanish LEB Gold championship title in 2020. Gilchrist was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Swedish Basketligan Honorable Mention back in 2019.
He graduated from Florida State University in 2014 and it is his ninth season as a professional player. Gilchrist played also for Polk State College for 2 years.

Tajh Green's triple-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old forward Tajh Green (203-F-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Manchester G. and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 23.
He recorded a triple-double of 19 points adding also 17 rebounds and 10 assists, while his team outclassed Plymouth P. (#8, 10-21) with 40-point margin 109-69. Manchester G. maintains the 4th position in British league. Manchester G. 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 17-14 record. In the team's last game Green had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Manchester G.'s top player in his first season with the team. Benedict College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Green is in league's top in points (5th best: 18.4ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 9.0rpg) and averages solid 53.7% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Zach Jackson (198-G-1997) of Leicester R.. He is American guard in his 3rd season at Leicester R.. In the last game Jackson recorded impressive 28 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Leicester R. to another comfortable win 106-89 over slightly higher-ranked Bristol Flyers (#2, 22-10) being unquestionably team leader. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Leicester R. consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team's 21-9 record is not bad at all. Jackson is one of the most experienced players at Leicester R. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.9ppg (#9). He also registered 5.3 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Hasahn French (201-F-1998) of Newcastle E. (#9). French scored 17 points and grabbed eighteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Newcastle E., leading his team to a 79-78 win against slightly lower-ranked Surrey S. (#10, 3-28). Newcastle E. can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 8-22 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. French has individually a great season in United Kingdom. After 18 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.7rpg (#1 in league). He also has 1.7bpg and FGP: 51.8%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Marcus Evans (188-G-1996) of Cheshire P. - 34 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Fahro Alihodzic (208-C-1989) of Caledonia G. - 29 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Rahmon Fletcher (178-PG-1988) of Manchester G. - 25 points and 8 assists
7. Marc Loving (203-F-1994) of Leicester R. - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Rashad Hassan (203-C/F-1989) of Plymouth P. - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Jeremiah Bailey (198-F-1998) of Caledonia G. - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Anthony Roberson (196-G-1994) of Manchester G. - 22 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)

NBL D1 Round 26: Riders defeat Derby Trailblazers in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in NBL D1 just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 26 in the NBL D1 took place in Loughborough. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 3rd ranked Derby Trailblazers (19-7) to fifth ranked Riders (15-11) 90-89 on Sunday evening. Riders looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Elijah Bailey (190-1997, college: New Haven, agency: Green Sports Management) scored 28 points to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import swingman Logan Rooney (198, college: St.Martin's) chipped in 21 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) during the contest. Riders' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Raheem May-Thompson (200-1991, college: Stonehill) responded with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Riders maintains fifth position with 15-11 record. Derby Trailblazers at the other side keep the third place with seven games lost.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Derby Trailblazers (19-7) against fifth ranked Riders (15-11) on Saturday night. Host Derby Trailblazers were defeated by Riders in a tough game in Derby 89-93. Naturalized German guard Justin Hedley (192-1996) notched 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Elijah Bailey supported him with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Riders' coach used entire bench in such tough game. Even 34 points (!!!) (was perfect 12-for-12 from the free throw line !!!) by American point guard Ryan Bruggeman (183-1996, college: SMSU) did not help to save the game for Derby Trailblazers. Riders maintains fifth position with 15-11 record. Derby Trailblazers at the other side keep the third place with seven games lost.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Hemel. Top-ranked host Storm (26-0) smashed second-ranked Thunder (22-4) 126-73. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Thunder. The best player for the winners was Aaryn Rai who had a double-double by scoring 30 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists. Storm's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Andre Arissol produced 11 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the guests. Undefeated Storm have an impressive 15-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-0 record. Loser Thunder keeps the second place with four games lost.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 26: Newcastle won against Westminster W. on the opponent's court 83-75. Essex R. managed to outperform Manchester M. in a home game 93-85. Reading R. managed to beat Thames Valley C. on the road 94-81. Hemel Storm defeated Solent K. on its own court 88-80. Bradford D. was beaten by Worthing T. in a road game 99-89. Reading R. destroyed Solent K. at home 89-69. Bottom-ranked Westminster W. managed to outperform BA London L. on the opponent's court 79-75.

Westminster W. - Newcastle 75-83

Very expected game in Westminster where 14th ranked Warriors (4-22) were defeated by ninth ranked Knights (12-14) 83-75 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was swingman Joshua Moore (191-2000) who scored 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. American guard Jordan May (190, college: CS Monterey) chipped in 26 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Tosin Oyelese (193-1991) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and forward Jonathan Johnson (191) added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Four Warriors players scored in double figures. Knights moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Solent K. Newly promoted Warriors stay dead last with 22 lost games. They share the position with Manchester M..
Top scorers:
Westminster W.: J.Johnson 15+8reb+4ast, T.Oyelese 13+13reb+2ast, B.Dre 13+5reb+2ast, K.Jardel 11+4reb+3ast, O.Sean 8+6reb+1ast, S.Jacob 7+3reb+1ast
Newcastle: J.May 26+8reb, M.Joshua 21+9reb+5ast, K.Emmanuel 12+3reb+2ast, T.George 8+6reb+3ast, C.Alexander 7+4reb+3ast, D.Johnson-Thompson 5+4reb+1ast

Essex R. - Manchester M. 93-85

Rather predictable result in London where eleventh ranked Rebels (8-18) defeated 13th ranked Manchester Magic (4-22) 93-85 on Saturday. Rebels dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Manchester Magic's 36. They outrebounded Manchester Magic 59-33 including a 47-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was center Lee Hodges (213-1990) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 18 rebounds and 6 assists. American guard Owen Chose (188, college: Stonehill) chipped in 28 points and 6 rebounds. Rebels' coach let to play all 12 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Andre Gayle-Mcintosh (194-1995) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and forward Tyme Regent-Bascombe (195-1994) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Rebels maintains eleventh position with 8-18 record. Manchester Magic lost fourteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth place with 22 games lost. They share the position with Westminster W..
Top scorers:
Manchester M.: A.Gayle-Mcintosh 28+11reb+3ast, T.Regent-Bascombe 19+6reb+1ast, W.Greg 12+5reb+2ast, T.Brown 9+1reb+8ast, G.Elgin 5, B.Goodall 5+5reb+1ast
Essex R.: O.Chose 28+6reb+2ast, J.Eynon 23+9reb+3ast, H.Lee 20+18reb+6ast, D.Johns 6+8reb+1ast, R.Winter 4+6reb, H.Tyreese 4+2reb

Thames Valley C. - Reading R. 81-94

Not a big story in a game in Binfield where 9th ranked Cavaliers (13-13) were defeated by fourth ranked Rockets (17-9) 94-81 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Troy Cracknell (193, college: Augusta, agency: Interperformances) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. The other American import point guard Jermiah Jenkins (173, college: Bluefield) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists. Rockets' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Victor Olarerin (188-1999) produced 19 points and 7 rebounds and forward Aiden Saunders (201, college: UTPB) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rockets have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 17-9 record. Loser Cavaliers dropped to the sixth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Bradford D..
Top scorers:
Thames Valley C.: O.Victor 19+7reb, A.Saunders 17+6reb, R.Dominovic 11+6reb+2ast, S.Lewis 10+8reb+2ast, J.Manning 9+2reb, B.Adeluola 7+8reb+3ast
Reading R.: T.Cracknell 24+12reb+1ast, J.Jenkins 20+2reb+4ast, L.Champion-Alleyne 15+2reb+1ast, P.Zackery 13+1ast, P.Finleigh 7+5reb+1ast, K.Ashley 7+3reb

Hemel Storm - Solent K. 88-80

Everything went according to plan in Hemel where top-ranked Storm (26-0) beat 7th ranked Kestrels (12-14) 88-80 on Saturday. Storm made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Storm made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was American guard Taylor Johnson (193-1994, college: Dartmouth) who scored 32 points and 5 rebounds. Canadian swingman Aaryn Rai (198, college: Dartmouth) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Ricky Madison (201-1997, college: High Point) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Justin Bessard (198-1997, college: Westmont) added 18 points respectively for the guests. Four Kestrels players scored in double figures. Storm have an impressive 15-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-0 record. Kestrels lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Newcastle.
Top scorers:
Solent K.: R.Madison 22+12reb+1ast, J.Bessard 18+4reb+2ast, A.Samuel 15+2reb+1ast, G.Durand 10+4reb+2ast, W.Kai 8+7reb+3ast, E.Poorman 5+3reb+5ast
Hemel Storm: T.Johnson 32+5reb+3ast, A.Rai 22+10reb+2ast, S.Hakeem 16+7reb, S.Swalve 7+1reb+2ast, C.Acquah-Davis 6+2reb, R.Spence 3+4reb+1ast

Derby T. - Loughborough 89-93

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Derby Trailblazers (19-7) against fifth ranked Riders (15-11) on Saturday night. Host Derby Trailblazers were defeated by Riders in a tough game in Derby 89-93. Riders outrebounded Derby Trailblazers 44-33 including 29 on the defensive glass. Naturalized German guard Justin Hedley (192-1996) notched 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and American guard Elijah Bailey (190-1997, college: New Haven, agency: Green Sports Management) supported him with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Bailey is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Riders' coach used entire bench in such tough game. Even 34 points (!!!) (was perfect 12-for-12 from the free throw line !!!) by American point guard Ryan Bruggeman (183-1996, college: SMSU) did not help to save the game for Derby Trailblazers. Eric Donaldson (191-2001) added 15 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Riders maintains fifth position with 15-11 record. Derby Trailblazers at the other side keep the third place with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Derby T.: R.Bruggeman 34+4reb+2ast, J.Dieterich 17+4reb, E.Donaldson 15+8reb+1ast, R.May-Thompson 14+6reb+3ast, J.Harrison 5+4reb, C.Brown 4+6reb+6ast
Loughborough: E.Bailey 21+5reb+1ast, H.Gamble 19+5reb, J.Hedley 16+8reb+4ast, L.Rooney 11+7reb+3ast, J.Bielak 11+3reb, V.Ndoukou 9+5reb+4ast

Worthing T. - Bradford D. 99-89

There was no surprise in Worthing where 6th ranked Dragons (13-13) were defeated by second ranked Thunder (22-4) 99-89 on Saturday. Thunder made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Dragons turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Thomas Ward (193-1988, college: St.Michael's) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds. The former international forward Orlan Jackman (201-1988, college: Okla City) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Micah Savery-Richards (190-1999, college: Lewis & Clark) produced 29 points and 6 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and American point guard Justin Williams (178, college: IU East) added 24 points and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Thunder have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 22-4 record having four points less than leader Hemel Storm. Loser Dragons keep the sixth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Thames Valley C..
Top scorers:
Bradford D.: M.Savery-Richards 29+6reb+2ast, J.Williams 24+5ast, R.Sulcs 10+7reb+3ast, J.Whelan 10+8reb+1ast, J.Misambu 5+1reb+2ast, E.Jabari 4+3reb+2ast
Worthing T.: R.Blain 22+2reb+2ast, T.Ward 21+8reb+2ast, O.Jackman 17+8reb+3ast, A.Arissol 17+2reb+4ast, H.Abdul 10+3reb+1ast, B.Okoronkwo 5+1reb+3ast

Reading R. - Solent K. 89-69

No shocking result in a game in Reading where fourth ranked Rockets (17-9) outleveled 7th ranked Kestrels (12-14) 89-69 on Sunday. Rockets shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Troy Cracknell (193, college: Augusta, agency: Interperformances) who scored 26 points and 8 rebounds. Zackery Powell chipped in 22 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). American forward Ricky Madison (201-1997, college: High Point) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Justin Bessard (198-1997, college: Westmont) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. 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. Rockets have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 17-9 record. Kestrels lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Newcastle.
Top scorers:
Solent K.: R.Madison 20+10reb+1ast, J.Bessard 15+6reb+1ast, E.Poorman 14+3reb+1ast, W.Kai 10+4reb+5ast, A.Samuel 6+4reb+2ast, A.Patrick 2
Reading R.: T.Cracknell 26+8reb+3ast, P.Zackery 22+8reb+7ast, J.Jenkins 14+3reb+3ast, K.Ashley 10+2reb+3ast, L.Champion-Alleyne 9+2reb+3ast, B.Dixon 6+1reb

Hemel Storm - Worthing T. 126-73

The game between Top Four teams took place in Hemel. Top-ranked host Storm (26-0) smashed second-ranked Thunder (22-4) 126-73. It ended at the same time the ten-game winning streak of Thunder. Storm made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Thunder 51-31 including a 38-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Storm shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 54.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Thunder's players. The best player for the winners was Canadian swingman Aaryn Rai (198, college: Dartmouth) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Sam Newman (191-1996) chipped in 32 points and 9 assists (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Storm's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Andre Arissol (188-1997, college: Chaminade) produced 11 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and Puerto Rican-American point guard David Moya (183-1998, college: Barry) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Storm and four Thunder players scored in double figures. Storm have an impressive 15-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-0 record. Loser Thunder keeps the second place with four games lost.
Top scorers:
Worthing T.: V.Eze 16+4reb, B.Okoronkwo 15+3reb+1ast, D.Moya 14+5reb+1ast, A.Arissol 11+7reb+7ast, R.Blain 9+3reb+3ast, T.Ward 6+2reb+2ast
Hemel Storm: S.Newman 32+1reb+9ast, A.Rai 30+16reb+7ast, T.Johnson 19+6reb+6ast, S.Hakeem 16+9reb+2ast, S.Swalve 14+1reb+3ast, C.Acquah-Davis 6+3reb+1ast

Loughborough - Derby T. 90-89

The most exciting game of round 26 in the NBL D1 took place in Loughborough. This derby game ended with only one-point defeat on the road of 3rd ranked Derby Trailblazers (19-7) to fifth ranked Riders (15-11) 90-89 on Sunday evening. Riders looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Elijah Bailey (190-1997, college: New Haven, agency: Green Sports Management) scored 28 points to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import swingman Logan Rooney (198, college: St.Martin's) chipped in 21 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) during the contest. Bailey is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Riders' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Raheem May-Thompson (200-1991, college: Stonehill) responded with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Jonas Dieterich (193-1995) scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Riders maintains fifth position with 15-11 record. Derby Trailblazers at the other side keep the third place with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Derby T.: R.May-Thompson 22+8reb+5ast, J.Dieterich 22+5reb+2ast, J.Harrison 14+4reb+1ast, R.Bruggeman 9+3reb+3ast, C.Brown 7+5reb+6ast, E.Donaldson 7+5reb+2ast
Loughborough: E.Bailey 28+4reb+3ast, L.Rooney 21+2reb+2ast, H.Conroy 10+11reb+1ast, M.Sigmund-Gordon 8+6reb+3ast, J.Bielak 6+1reb+4ast, D.Orija 6+1reb

BA London L. - Westminster W. 75-79

There was a minor upset in Gillingham where 12th ranked BA Lions (6-20) were defeated by fourteenth ranked Warriors (4-22) 79-75 on Sunday. Warriors moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Manchester M. BA Lions lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 20 games lost.

British NBL D1 round 26 best performance: Aaryn Rai - by Eurobasket News

Canadian Swingman Aaryn Rai (198-G/F) had an amazing evening in the last round for top-ranked Hemel Storm, receiving a Hoops Agents NBL D1 Player of the Week award for round 26.
The player had a double-double of 30 points and 16 rebounds, while his team outclassed Worthing T. (#2, 22-4) with 53-point margin 126-73. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Hemel Storm to consolidate first place in the British NBL D1. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. It's already very far into the season and Hemel Storm keeps a perfect 26-0 record. In the team's last game Rai had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Hemel Storm's top player in his first season with the team. Former Dartmouth College star has very solid stats this year. Rai is in league's top in points (2nd best: 23.8ppg), assists (6th best: 5.5apg) and averages impressive 72.1% FGP and 43.8% from behind 3-point line.

The second best player in last round's games was Zackery Powell of Reading R.. Powell had a very good evening with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Of course he led Reading R. to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Solent K. (#8, 12-14) 89-69. Reading R.'s 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 17-9 record is not bad at all. Powell is a newcomer at Reading R. and despite he is not a team leader yet, every game he becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

Third on the list of top players last round was center Lee Hodges (213-C-1990) of Essex R. (#11). Hodges showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, eighteen rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Essex R., leading his team to a 93-85 win against slightly lower-ranked Manchester M. (#13, 4-22). The chances of Essex R. not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 18 games, recording just eight victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Hodges could try to bring Essex R.'s a little bit higher in the standings. Hodges has a very solid season. In 22 games in United Kingdom he scored 11.4ppg. He also has 7.7rpg, 1.2bpg and FGP: 56.5%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Sam Newman (191-G-1996) of Hemel Storm - 32 points and 9 assists
5. Micah Savery-Richards (190-G-1999) of Bradford D. - 29 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Troy Cracknell (193-G) of Reading R. - 24 points and 12 rebounds
7. Taylor Johnson (193-G-1994) of Hemel Storm - 32 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Andre Gayle-Mcintosh (194-G-1995) of Manchester M. - 28 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Raheem May-Thompson (200-F-1991) of Derby T. - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Ricky Madison (201-F-1997) of Solent K. - 22 points and 12 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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URUGUAY

Stats Leaders - LUB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Donald SIMS

Bigua
(190-SG-1987)
Avg: 23.5

23.5

20.6

19.3

19.0

19.0

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VENEZUELA

Stats Leaders - LPB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Yeison COLOME

Marinos
(190-SG-1996)
Avg: 27.4

27.4

19.6

19.4

18.9

18.3

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Colome's 46-point game gives him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

26-year old shooting guard Yeison Colome (190-SG-1996) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Marinos and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8.
He had the game-high 46 points adding seven rebounds for Marinos in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Guaiqueries (#2, 5-2) 100-98. Marinos maintains the 4th position in their group in Venezuelan league. Marinos is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 2-4 record. In the team's last game Colome had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range and got seven three-pointers out of 16 attempts. He just recently signed at Marinos, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Colome has impressive league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 27.4ppg. Colome is in league's top in and averages solid 62.0% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Matthew Butler (188-G-1995) of Gaiteros. He is American guard in his first season at Gaiteros. In the last game Butler recorded impressive 31 points and 7 rebounds. It was enough for Gaiteros to edge slightly lower-ranked Toros (#5, 1-7) by 4 points 77-73. Gaiteros' 3rd position in Western Conference South has not changed. His team's 5-3 record is not bad at all. Butler is one of the most experienced players at Gaiteros and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.9ppg (#4). His other stats are also decent: 4.8rpg and 3.9apg.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Elijah Minnie (206-PF-1994) of Panteras (#3). Minnie scored 28 points and grabbed six rebounds. He was a key player of Panteras, leading his team to a 80-74 win against slightly lower-ranked Spartans (#5, 1-6). The chances of Panteras ranking at the top of Eastern Conference East, however are very questionable as they have already lost 5 games, recording just four victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Minnie could help Panteras to bring them higher in the standings. Minnie has a very solid season. In 9 games in Venezuela he scored 12.2ppg. He also has 1.6bpg and FGP: 70.5%. Minnie attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Brian Guidi (200-F/C-1991) of Toros - 23 points and 8 rebounds
5. James Reese V (193-G-1998) of Brillantes - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Glen Rice Jr. (198-F-1991) of Brillantes - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Avry Holmes (185-G-1994) of Panteras - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists
8. J.D. Weatherspoon (198-PF-1992) of Taurinos - 18 points and 12 rebounds
9. Will Davis II (203-F-1992) of Spartans - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Brandon Sebirumbi (205-C-1990) of Gaiteros - 16 points and 13 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)

SPB Round 8 of Regular Season - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

First defeat of league's leader Guaiqueries (5-1) against fourth ranked Marinos (1-4) 100-98 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Guaiqueries. Marinos forced 19 Guaiqueries turnovers. Dominican Yeison Colome (190-1996) orchestrated the victory by scoring 46 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Forward Miguel Fernandez (194-1992) contributed with 12 points for the winners. Marinos' coach Lucas Zurita used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American-Nigerian swingman Tanksley Efianayi (198-1994, college: UCF) replied with 23 points for Guaiqueries. Marinos maintains fourth position with 1-4 record. Guaiqueries at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Piratas. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Caracas: Panteras (#3) and Spartans (#5). Panteras (4-5) won against visiting Spartans (1-6) 80-74. Worth to mention a great performance of American Elijah Minnie (206-1994, college: EMU) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 6 rebounds and Avry Holmes who added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. American forward Will Davis II (203-1992, college: UC Irvine) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Panteras maintains third position with 4-5 record having just one point less than leader Piratas. Spartans lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with Cangrejeros and Llaneros. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Caracas: Spartans (#5) and Cocodrilos (#2). Spartans (1-6) won against visiting Cocodrilos (6-2) 71-65. The winners were led by Will Davis II who scored that evening 20 points and 9 rebounds. Even 6 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists by Luis Montero did not help to save the game for Cocodrilos. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Spartans left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with Cangrejeros and Llaneros. Loser Cocodrilos still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Broncos and Brillantes. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 8: Toros were beaten by Gaiteros on the road 77-73. Taurinos lost to Broncos on its own court 73-90. Toros were outscored by Brillantes in Caracas 64-84.

Gaiteros - Toros 77-73

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Gaiteros (5-3) beat 5th ranked Toros (1-7) in Maracaibo 77-73 on Monday. Gaiteros forced 19 Toros turnovers and outrebounded them 47-33 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by American guard Matthew Butler (188-1995, college: UT Martin) who scored that evening 31 points and 7 rebounds and American-Ugandan center Brandon Sebirumbi (205-1990, college: Furman) supported him with 16 points and 13 rebounds. Four Gaiteros players scored in double figures. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds by power forward Brian Guidi (200-1991) did not help to save the game for Toros. Dominican Braynt De La Cruz (195) added 19 points for the guests. Toros' coach David Diaz rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gaiteros maintains third position with 5-3 record behind leader Piratas. Toros lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Gaiteros: M.Butler 31+7reb+1ast, B.Sebirumbi 16+13reb, C.Wellian 11+2reb, N.Escalona 10+9reb+2ast, Q.Yanitson 4+3reb, L.Lopez 3+5reb+3ast
Toros: B.Guidi 23+8reb+1ast, D.La Cruz Braynt 19+2reb+2ast, I.Jr Ludwing 14+7reb+1ast, J.Vargas 5+5reb+3ast, E.Jose 5+4reb+2ast, C.Carter 3+3reb+5ast

Panteras - Spartans 80-74

Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Caracas: Panteras (#3) and Spartans (#5). Panteras (4-5) won against visiting Spartans (1-6) 80-74. Spartans were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American Elijah Minnie (206-1994, college: EMU) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import guard Avry Holmes (185-1994, college: Clemson) who added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Minnie is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American forward Will Davis II (203-1992, college: UC Irvine) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and the former international power forward Eliezer Montano (206-1991) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Four Spartans players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Panteras maintains third position with 4-5 record having just one point less than leader Piratas. Spartans lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with Cangrejeros and Llaneros. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Panteras: E.Minnie 28+6reb+1ast, A.Holmes 20+5reb+5ast, S.Blair 8+7reb+1ast, G.Yeferson 7+7reb+2ast, V.Mantzaris 6+3reb+3ast, E.Alcala 5+1reb+1ast
Spartans: W.Davis II 16+11reb+1ast, E.Montano 15+5reb, N.Palacios 10+1reb+2ast, H.Bompart 10+1reb+2ast, U.Kender 8+3reb+5ast, C.Sword 8+1reb+2ast

Spartans - Cocodrilos 71-65

Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Caracas: Spartans (#5) and Cocodrilos (#2). Spartans (1-6) won against visiting Cocodrilos (6-2) 71-65. The winners were led by American forward Will Davis II (203-1992, college: UC Irvine) who scored that evening 20 points and 9 rebounds and Nelson Palacios (192-1992) supported him with 14 points. Four Spartans players scored in double figures. Even 6 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists by Dominican Luis Montero (203-1993, college: South Plains) did not help to save the game for Cocodrilos. The former international point guard Edwin Mijares (186-1992) added 10 points and 8 assists for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Spartans left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with Cangrejeros and Llaneros. Loser Cocodrilos still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Broncos and Brillantes. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Spartans: W.Davis II 20+9reb+2ast, N.Palacios 14+2reb+3ast, J.Rodriguez 11+5reb+1ast, C.Sword 10+4reb+3ast, L.Carrillo 6+10reb+1ast, N.Faust 4+2reb+1ast
Cocodrilos: C.Anyelo 12+3reb+2ast, M.Bolivar 11+7reb, E.Mijares 10+4reb+8ast, N.Williams 8+2reb, L.Bethelmy 6+5reb+1ast, L.Montero 6+14reb+4ast

Taurinos - Broncos 73-90

Rather expected game when 3rd ranked Taurinos (2-5) lost to first ranked Broncos (6-2) in La Asuncion 73-90 on Tuesday. Broncos forced 21 Taurinos turnovers. American players dominated the game. The winners were led by Erik McCree (202-1993, college: Louisiana Tech, agency: Pensack Sports) who scored that evening 16 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Jordan Williams (198-1992, college: N.Texas) supported him with 15 points. Four Broncos players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 18 points and 12 rebounds by JD Weatherspoon (198-1992, college: Toledo) did not help to save the game for Taurinos. Guard Dazon Ingram (196-1997, college: UCF) added 22 points and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Broncos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-2 record, which they share with Cocodrilos and Brillantes. Loser Taurinos keep the third place with five games lost. Broncos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Taurinos will play against the league's second-placed Guaros in Barquisimeto and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Broncos: E.McCree 16+5reb+2ast, J.Williams 15+2reb+1ast, K.Pena 11+3reb+3ast, L.Duarte 11+5reb+1ast, R.Raymond 8+3reb+1ast, R.Michael 6+2reb+2ast
Taurinos: D.Ingram 22+4reb+4ast, J.Weatherspoon 18+12reb+1ast, J.Johnson 10+3reb+1ast, D.Bryant 7+4reb+4ast, G.Jhonder 6+6reb, P.Jean 6+4reb+1ast

Brillantes - Toros 84-64

Rather predictable result when first ranked Brillantes (6-2) rolled over 5th ranked Toros (1-7) in Caracas 84-64 on Tuesday. Brillantes forced 22 Toros turnovers. Strangely Toros outrebounded Brillantes 46-31 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Toros' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Brillantes made 7 blocks. The winners were led by American guard James Reese V (193-1998, college: S.Carolina) who scored that evening 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Glen Rice Jr (198-1991, college: Georgia Tech) supported him with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 10 points and 7 rebounds by point guard Jose Vargas (182-2002) did not help to save the game for Toros. Dominican Braynt De La Cruz (195) added 10 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Brillantes maintains first position with 6-2 record, which they share with Cocodrilos and Broncos. Toros lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Brillantes: J.Reese V 26+6reb+4ast, G.Rice Jr. 15+5reb+5ast, F.Fuenmayor 10+9reb+1ast, J.Hollowell 8+1reb+1ast, M.Marriaga 7+1reb, C.Cedeno 6+1reb+3ast
Toros: E.Jose 11+5reb+1ast, V.Jose 10+7reb+2ast, D.La Cruz Braynt 10+6reb+1ast, N.Valentine 7+6reb, C.Carter 6+2reb+1ast, I.Jr Ludwing 6+6reb+3ast

Marinos - Guaiqueries 100-98

First defeat of league's leader Guaiqueries (5-1) against fourth ranked Marinos (1-4) 100-98 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Guaiqueries. Marinos forced 19 Guaiqueries turnovers. Dominican Yeison Colome (190-1996) orchestrated the victory by scoring 46 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Forward Miguel Fernandez (194-1992) contributed with 12 points for the winners. Marinos' coach Lucas Zurita used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American-Nigerian swingman Tanksley Efianayi (198-1994, college: UCF) replied with 23 points and American-Dominican center Justin Satchell (203-1995, college: St.Leo) added 17 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Guaiqueries. Five Guaiqueries players scored in double figures. Marinos maintains fourth position with 1-4 record. Guaiqueries at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Piratas. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Marinos: C.Yeison 46+7reb+1ast, E.Cappare 15+2reb, M.Fernandez 12+3reb+2ast, M.Simon 9+4reb, L.Lugo 8+3reb+3ast, J.Mendoza 4+6reb
Guaiqueries: T.Efianayi 23+4reb+2ast, J.Satchell 17+8reb+1ast, E.Bernal 16+2reb+2ast, G.Correa 14+4reb+6ast, F.Centeno 10+3reb+2ast, T.McLean 9+3reb+2ast

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Women News

Superliga Round 19: Derby game ends with Partizani's defeat of Studenti - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Superliga. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tirana: Partizani (#3) and Studenti (#5). Partizani (12-4) crushed visiting Studenti (5-12) by 17 points 84-67. They outrebounded Studenti 51-35 including a 21-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American LaSonja Edwards who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 19 rebounds. Her fellow American import point guard Rehema Franklin (163-1996, college: New Orleans) contributed with 24 points for the winners. Partizani's coach Erta Bujari used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. International Marina Pellumbi (168-2002) answered with 23 points and 6 rebounds for Studenti. Partizani maintains third place with 12-4 record having just two points less than leader Flamurtari. Studenti at the other side keeps the fifth position with 12 games lost. Partizani are looking forward to face league's leader Flamurtari in Vlore in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Studenti will have a break next round.
An interesting game for Flamurtari (15-0) which hosted in Vlore 4th placed Vllaznia (8-7). Leader Flamurtari had an easy win 96-59. It was a great evening for the former international Mirela Lugaj (170-2001) who led her team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 13 rebounds, 11 assists and 6 steals. Liliane Ikete helped adding 27 points and 16 rebounds. At the losing side the former international Bernada Rreshpja (180-2001, college: Southeastern) responded with 30 points and 8 rebounds. Undefeated Flamurtari have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 15-0 record. Vllaznia at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Flamurtari will play against Partizani (#3) in Tirana in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Vllaznia will play on the road against the league's second-placed Tirana and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 19 Elbasani was smashed by Tirana on the road 85-52.
The most impressive performance of 19th round was 11 points and 9 rebounds by Aida Palko of Tirana.

The Round Review is presented by LBM Management. A full-service agency focused on Women's basketball sphere and working worldwide. A global and ethical quality service.

Flamurtari - Vllaznia 96-59

An interesting game for Flamurtari (15-0) which hosted in Vlore 4th placed Vllaznia (8-7). Leader Flamurtari had an easy win 96-59. Flamurtari dominated down low during the game scoring 80 of its points in the paint compared to Vllaznia's 30. Flamurtari forced 27 Vllaznia turnovers and outrebounded them 51-24 including a 18-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 36 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Vllaznia's players. It was a great evening for the former international Mirela Lugaj (170-2001) who led her team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 20 points, 13 rebounds, 11 assists and 6 steals. DR Congolese center Liliane Ikete (190-2005) helped adding 27 points and 16 rebounds. Five Flamurtari players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international Bernada Rreshpja (180-2001, college: Southeastern) responded with 30 points and 8 rebounds and Melida Hykaj (178-2005) scored 6 points and 8 rebounds. Flamurtari have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 15-0 record. Vllaznia at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Flamurtari will play against Partizani (#3) in Tirana in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Vllaznia will play on the road against the league's second-placed Tirana and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Flamurtari: I.Liliane 27+16reb, S.Omerbasic 20+11reb+5ast, M.Lugaj 20+13reb+11ast, D.Marshall 15+5reb+2ast, A.Benally 10+2reb+9ast, D.Izabel 2+3reb+4ast
Vllaznia: B.Rreshpja 30+8reb+1ast, B.Anisa 12+1reb+1ast, K.Sindi 8+2reb+4ast, H.Melida 6+8reb+3ast, M.Sara 2+1reb+2ast, H.Medina 1+3reb+2ast

Partizani - Studenti 84-67

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Tirana: Partizani (#3) and Studenti (#5). Partizani (12-4) crushed visiting Studenti (5-12) by 17 points 84-67. They outrebounded Studenti 51-35 including a 21-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American LaSonja Edwards who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 19 rebounds. Her fellow American import point guard Rehema Franklin (163-1996, college: New Orleans) contributed with 24 points for the winners. Franklin is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Partizani's coach Erta Bujari used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. International Marina Pellumbi (168-2002) answered with 23 points and 6 rebounds and the former international point guard Xhesika Toska (172-2000) added 12 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Studenti. Four Studenti players scored in double figures. Partizani maintains third place with 12-4 record having just two points less than leader Flamurtari. Studenti at the other side keeps the fifth position with 12 games lost. Partizani are looking forward to face league's leader Flamurtari in Vlore in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Studenti will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Partizani: R.Franklin 24+1reb+2ast, E.LaSonja 18+19reb+1ast, O.Lalaj 10+9reb+3ast, H.Brych 8+1reb, A.Coleman 7+10reb+2ast, J.Mathis 6+8reb+4ast
Studenti: P.Marina 23+6reb+3ast, S.Megi 13+3reb+1ast, X.Toska 12+10reb+6ast, S.Shallo 10+4reb, M.Isavela 7+8reb+1ast, M.Shima 2+4reb+4ast

Tirana - Elbasani 85-52

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Tirana (13-2) crushed at home bottom-ranked Elbasani (1-15) 85-52. Tirana dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Elbasani's 36. Tirana forced 19 Elbasani turnovers and outrebounded them 51-26 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 34 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Elbasani's players. It was a great evening for the former international power forward Ebi Dishnica (182-1997) who led her team to a victory scoring 13 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Serbian forward Tijana Djukic (193-1993, college: Utah St.) helped adding 13 points and 9 rebounds. Five Tirana players scored in double figures. Tirana's coach felt very confident using 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Sidorela Zenuni (-1995) responded with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and guard Xhemile Ahmetaj (173-1997) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Tirana. They maintain second place with 13-2 record having just two points less than leader Flamurtari. Elbasani lost their fourteenth game in a row. They dropped to the bottom position with 15 games lost. They share it with Berleti. Tirana will play against Vllaznia (#4) in Shkodra in the next round. Elbasani will play at home against Berleti and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tirana: E.Qosja 16+4reb+4ast, E.Dishnica 13+8reb+5ast, T.Djukic 13+9reb+3ast, B.Katja 12+4reb+4ast, A.Palko 11+9reb+3ast, D.Baraj 7+2reb+7ast
Elbasani: S.Dea 15+2reb+4ast, S.Zenuni 14+5reb+5ast, X.Ahmetaj 11+8reb+2ast, S.Zhuljeta 6+2reb+1ast, K.Frida 2+6reb+2ast, Z.Afori 2+2reb

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BAHRAIN

Houda Hamrouni (ex Bapco) is a newcomer at Qurain - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Qurain (D1) strengthened their roster with addition of 29-year old Tunisian ex-international 188cm swingman Houda Hamrouni. Hamrouni started the season at Bapco in Bahrain Premier League.

She was a member of Tunisian international program for some years.

Hamrouni was called to Tunisian Senior National Team between 2017 and 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2012.

She has played also professionally in Jordan (Al Riyadi), Slovenia (Celje) and Tunisia (ES Cap Bon, CSP Circulacion and Ezzahra Sport). Her team won Tunisian Cup in 2020 and 2022.
Among many awards she was voted Asia-Basket.com All-Jordanian D1 League Best Blocker of the Year in 2022.

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BELGIUM

D1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Carlie LITTLEFIELD

Liege
(175-G-)
Avg: 18.4

18.4

17.1

17.0

16.2

15.6

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BOSNIA

Orlovi welcomes back Erak - by Zeljko Zule

ZKK Orlovi Banja Luka (Division I) landed experienced 38-year old Serbian 192cm center Vladinka Erak. It is actually her comeback to Banja Luka as she has played here before. Erak started the season at Cortegada in Spanish LF2 league. In 6 games she averaged 10.8ppg, 5.3rpg and 1.0apg.
She is a very experienced player. Erak has played also professionally in Bulgaria (Neftochimic), France (Limoges), Iran (Abadan), Romania (CSM Sportul Studentesc Bucuresti, Timisoara, Brasov and Constanta), Serbia (Vojvodina 021 Novi Sad, Radivoj Korac, ZKK Spartak Subotica, ZKK Stara Pazova and Vozdovac) and Bosnia (Celik). She won Serbian League championship title in 2015 and 2016 and made it to the cup final in 2015 and 2017. Erak was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League Honorable Mention back in 2019 and 2020.
It may be one of last seasons in her extensive career, which she may end at Orlovi.

Play Off brings back Lejla Omerbasic, tabs Brea Elmore, ex Sjuharads - by Zeljko Zule

ZKK Play Off Happy Sarajevo (Division I) agreed terms with 26-year old Bosnian international shooting guard Lejla Omerbasic (182cm-1997) and inked 27-year old American 175cm guard Brea Elmore (college: Memphis).

It is actually Omerbasic's comeback to Sarajevo as she has played here before. Omerbasic started the season at Penza in Kosovan Superliga. In 18 games she was league's third best scorer with impressive 22.3ppg and averaged 9.5rpg, 2.4apg and 2.8spg (in top 2). Good season as she was named League Player of the Week (4 times). She also played 10 games in Liga Unike where she had very remarkable stats: 19.8ppg, 6.9rpg, 2.9apg and 3.0spg. Good season as she was also here named League Player of the Week and named to Eurobasket.com All-Liga Unike Second Team.
Omerbasic has been also a member of Bosnia and Herzegovina international program for some years. She has regularly played for Bosnia and Herzegovina senior team since 2019 and previously for U18 National Team in 2015.
Omerbasic also represented Bosnia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Matosinhos (Portugal) six years ago. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 3.8ppg, 2.0rpg.
She is quite experienced player. Omerbasic has played also professionally in France (Dunkerque), Romania (Alba Iulia), Slovenia (Triglav), Bosnia (Zeljeznicar) and Albania (Flamurtari and Goga). Her team made it to the Albanian League Semifinals in 2017 and 2018.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was also voted Eurobasket.com All-Albanian League Player of the Year and Eurobasket.com All-Albanian League Bosman Player of the Year in 2021.

Elmore started the season at Sjuharads in Swedish Damligan. In 19 games she averaged 14.9ppg, 3.5rpg, 4.7apg and 1.7spg.
She has played also professionally in United Kingdom (Riders). Her team was regular season runner-up in English WBBL in 2019 and 2020.
Among many awards she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-English WBBL Honorable Mention back in 2019.
Worth to mention she played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped her to get the job in pro basketball.
Elmore graduated from University of Memphis in 2018 and it is her fifth season in pro basketball.

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BRAZIL

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Palmira MARCAL

Ituano
(175-G-1984)
Avg: 17.8

17.8

16.3

15.3

15.2

15.0

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Brionna JONES

USK Praha
(191-C-1995)
Avg: 24.4

24.4

20.8

19.3

16.9

16.6

Andrea Ondrouskova claims Czech Republic 1Liga weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Talented Andrea Ondrouskova (175-G/F-2001) put on an amazing game in the last round for Brandys L. and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents 1Liga Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 21-year old swingman had the game-high 35 points adding three rebounds and two assists for Brandys L. in her team's victory, helping them to edge out Sokol Pecky (14-8) 79-76. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Brandys L. is placed at 3rd position in Czech Republic 1Liga. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Brandys L. will need more victories to improve their 14-8 record. In the team's last game Ondrouskova had a remarkable 61.5% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 9 attempts. She has many years of experience at Brandys L., through which she has constantly improved. Ondrouskova has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 18.4ppg. Ondrouskova is in league's top in and averages solid 2.5spg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young shooting guard Eliska Kubickova (174-SG-2003) of Havirov. Kubickova impressed basketball fans with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course she led Havirov to another comfortable win 70-57 over the higher-ranked BA Sparta (#2, 17-5) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Havirov to move up to 5th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 13-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Kubickova is one of the most experienced players at Havirov and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Jana Cermakova (185-F-1984) of Aritma Praha (#10). Cermakova scored 19 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Cermakova's great performance Aritma Praha lost 69-71 to the higher-ranked Zabiny Brno B (#6, 13-9). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Aritma Praha not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 15 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Cermakova could try to bring Aritma Praha's a little bit higher in the standings. Cermakova has individually a great season in Czech Republic. After 14 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.6ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 8.1rpg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Laura Horvatova (165-PG-1997) of Sokol Nusle - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Anna Brozova (167-G-2005) of Pardubice - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Adela Moravkova (173-G-1995) of Brno B - 11 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Petra Pospisilova (180-G-1984) of Sokol Nusle - 10 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Timotea Najbrtova (180-PG-2004) of BA Sparta - 13 points and 9 rebounds
9. Karolina Filipova (185-F) of Sokol Pecky - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Marie Zilova (163-G-2003) of USK Praha B - 15 points, 3 rebounds and 8 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)

ZBL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. USK Praha and Zabiny Brno claim first wins - by Eurobasket News

USK Praha - Sokol HK 116-62

USK Praha dominated down low during the game scoring 84 of its points in the paint compared to Sokol HK's 40. USK Praha forced 28 Sokol HK turnovers and outrebounded them 45-19 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 34 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Sokol HK's players. American center Brionna Jones (191-1995, college: Maryland) nailed 25 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and the former international Tereza Vyoralova (176-1994, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) accounted for 11 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Five USK Praha players scored in double figures. Guard Charlotte Velichova (176-2004) came up with 21 points and the former international Pamela-Therese Effangova (178-1993) added 16 points and 4 steals respectively for Sokol HK in the defeat. Sokol HK's coach Romana Ptackova gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: B.Jones 25+8reb, V.Vukosavljevic 17+3reb+4ast, A.Thomas 15+6reb+5ast, V.Sipova 13+5reb+1ast, T.Fagbenle 13+10reb+4ast, T.Oblak 12+3reb+8ast
Sokol HK: V.Charlotte 21, P.Effangova 16+2reb+2ast, T.Havrylchyk 8+4reb, K.Zeithammerova 5+4reb+4ast, A.Hanusova 3+1reb+1ast, A.Levinska 3+3reb+1ast

Zabiny Brno - Chomutov 85-66

Zabiny Brno dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Chomutov's 22. Zabiny Brno had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American center Elissa Cunane (196-2000, college: NC State) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and international point guard Eliska Hamzova (182-2001) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. At the losing side the former international point guard Katerina Bartonova (172-1990) responded with 14 points and 4 assists and American forward Najai Pollard (180-1997, college: Delaware St.) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Zabiny Brno: E.Cunane 16+11reb+1ast, N.Babic 13+1reb+4ast, E.Hamzova 13+6reb+7ast, P.Zaplatova 10+2reb+5ast, N.Stoupalova 9+6reb+2ast, B.Holmes 9+5reb+3ast
Chomutov: K.Bartonova 14+4reb+4ast, N.Pollard 13+6reb, M.Krejzova 12+4reb+2ast, K.Valentyna 7+3reb, M.Satoranska 6+7reb+1ast, B.Eliska 6+2reb+2ast

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

TSF Round 11: Santiago defeat Leona in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Third-ranked Leona (4-6) gave a tough game to first ranked Santiago (8-4) on Monday. Santiago managed to secure only one-point victory 84-83. However their fans expected easier game. It was a great evening for American Marquisha Harris (180-1993, college: W.Michigan) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 20 rebounds. Forward Dariana Santos (180-1991, college: Wiley) helped adding 25 points and 6 rebounds. American swingman Allie Taylor (180-1994, college: Plattsburgh St.) responded with 27 points and 8 rebounds. Santiago maintains first place with 8-4 record. Leona at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. Santiago are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Panteras (#4) in the next round. Leona will play against the league's second-placed Dragons and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a home loss of second ranked Dragons (6-5) against fourth ranked Panteras (4-7) on Monday night. Host Dragons were crushed by Panteras in 89-61. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Dragons. Americans were the main players on the court. It was an exceptional evening for guard Brittany Carter (183-1993, college: Illinois) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Takisha Jordan accounted for 19 points and 6 rebounds. point guard Kristina Puthoff-King (180-1992, college: Richmond) came up with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for Dragons in the defeat. Panteras maintains fourth place with 4-7 record. Dragons at the other side keep the second position with five games lost. Panteras will play against league's leader Santiago in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Dragons will play against Leona and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

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Dragons - Panteras 61-89

Very important is a home loss of second ranked Dragons (6-5) against fourth ranked Panteras (4-7) on Monday night. Host Dragons were crushed by Panteras in 89-61. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Dragons. Americans were the main players on the court. It was an exceptional evening for guard Brittany Carter (183-1993, college: Illinois) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Takisha Jordan (170-1994, college: Tenn Tech) accounted for 19 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Four Panteras players scored in double figures. Point guard Kristina Puthoff-King (180-1992, college: Richmond) came up with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and point guard Taylor Brown (170-1993, college: GMU) added 17 points respectively for Dragons in the defeat. Panteras maintains fourth place with 4-7 record. Dragons at the other side keep the second position with five games lost. Panteras will play against league's leader Santiago in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Dragons will play against Leona and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dragons: K.Puthoff-King 35+12reb+4ast, T.Brown 17+4reb+1ast, T.Johnson 9+6reb+5ast, D.Monte Shankary 0, P.Esmeralda 0, P.Esmerlyn 0+1reb
Panteras: B.Carter 26+12reb+5ast, T.Jordan 19+6reb+3ast, A.Ruth 16+8reb+2ast, A.Keith 12+4reb+1ast, G.Erika 8+3reb+1ast, L.Yokasty 8+3reb+2ast

Santiago - Leona 84-83

Third-ranked Leona (4-6) gave a tough game to first ranked Santiago (8-4) on Monday. Santiago managed to secure only one-point victory 84-83. However their fans expected easier game. It was a great evening for American Marquisha Harris (180-1993, college: W.Michigan) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 20 rebounds. Forward Dariana Santos (180-1991, college: Wiley) helped adding 25 points and 6 rebounds. Harris is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. American swingman Allie Taylor (180-1994, college: Plattsburgh St.) responded with 27 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward Aaliyah Rice (175-1997, college: Montevallo, agency: Domantay Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. Five Santiago and four Leona players scored in double figures. Santiago maintains first place with 8-4 record. Leona at the other side keeps the third position with six games lost. Santiago are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Panteras (#4) in the next round. Leona will play against the league's second-placed Dragons and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Leona: A.Taylor 27+8reb+2ast, A.Rice 20+10reb+2ast, K.Glenn 16+4reb+4ast, D.Odalmis 13+8reb+2ast, B.Nanyelit 4+3reb+1ast, M.Leidy 2+1reb
Santiago: D.Santos 25+6reb+3ast, M.Harris 23+20reb+2ast, T.Willis 13+8reb+2ast, K.Glenn 12+4reb+2ast, J.Jessi 11+4reb+2ast, H.Ashley 0

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EUROBASKET SUMMER LEAGUE

2023 Women's Eurobasket Final 4 Showcase Rankings! - by ESL News

March 31-April 2, 2023: Women's Final 4 Showcase, Dallas, TX

The 2023 Women's Final 4 Eurobasket Summer League Showcase was bigger than ever in Dallas, TX March 31-April 2! Asia Strong (188-F, college: Syracuse), a 6'2 F from Syracuse University, finished 1st in the Player Efficiency Rankings out of the 111 participants. NAIA Bigs Angela Grant (190-C) (Faulkner) and Sandra Cannady (185-F-2001) each excelled to finish in the Top 3, while NCAA II wing Haylee Saurette (Point Loma) and D1 UMBC G Ashia McCalla (170-G-2000, college: UMBC) rounded out the Top 5! Each player plays 2 games on every day they attend at the Final 4. The players are ranked based on their cumulative Player Efficiency Ratings Average which supplies a players overall contribution both offensively and defensively. The rankings are calculated by VidSwap technologies, a basketball analytics company from Israel. Good luck to all players as we look to add to the 1,287 camp alumni to sign overseas!

LINK TO GAME VIDEOS AND BOX SCORES

Rank	#	Player	Link	Ht	Pos	School/Last Team	PPG	FG	3FG	FT	Reb	Ast	Stl	Blk	PER
1	217	Asia Strong	Link	62	F	Syracuse	15.5	14-27	3-11	0-0	7.0	0.0	1.0	0.0	16.5
2	238	Angela Grant	Link	62	F	Faulkner	8.7	21-38	0-1	10-12	8.8	0.2	0.3	1.3	15.5
3	189	Sandra Cannady	Link	60	F	Loyola New Orleans	11.3	18-30	2-6	7-7	5.8	0.8	1.0	0.5	15.0
4	222	Haylee Saurette	Link	510	gf	Point Loma	11.2	28-56	9-23	2-3	5.8	1.7	1.7	0.0	14.7
5	114	Ashia McCalla	Link	57	G	UMBC	12.3	21-45	7-14	0-4	6.8	4.0	0.5	0.0	14.5
6	85	Asiah Dingle (165-G-2000)	Link	56	G	Fordham	12	11-18	1-4	1-5	1.5	4.5	4.0	0.0	14.5
7	113	Charlotte Lowndes	Link	59	G	Emory	3.0	3-8	0-4	0-0	7.0	4.0	1.0	2.0	14.5
8	117	Audrey McElhaney	Link	511	GF	Clayton State	13.0	23-35	0-0	6-10	5.8	0.3	0.8	0.0	14.0
9	234	Kristina Moore (185-G)	Link	60	GF	Georgetown	10.5	16-37	6-18	4-7	6.3	1.5	2.0	0.8	13.8
10	139	Jada Camacho (173-G)	Link	58	G	New Jersey City	11.0	25-52	10-24	6-6	5.7	0.8	1.2	1.3	13.7
11	73	Aaliyah Prince (173-G-1997, college: UAFS)	Link	57	G	Arkansas Fort Smith	11.8	23-35	0-1	1-5	3.0	1.0	1.3	1.0	12.8
12	207	Julia Schatkowsky (188-F-1999, college: Winnipeg)	Link	62	F	Winnipeg	6.8	12-23	3-7	0-0	6.5	0.3	1.0	1.5	12.5
13	266	Gianna Gotti (168-G)	Link	55	G	Brooklyn	8.0	7-21	2-7	0-0	5.5	5.5	2.5	1.5	12.5
14	185	Janay Sanders (178-G)	Link	510	G	Appalachian State	9.0	8-17	0-0	2-2	3.0	5.0	2.0	0.0	12.5
15	112	Amoria Neal-Tysor (168-G)	Link	56	G	Mercer	10.0	9-18	2-6	0-0	2.0	4.5	2.5	0.0	12.5
16	51	Sierra Smith (183-F)	Link	60	F	Univ of Southwest	8.0	16-26	0-1	0-0	6.0	1.3	1.0	1.3	12.3
17	76	Vivian Woo	Link	57	G	Menlo	9.8	14-36	7-20	4-5	4.8	3.8	0.5	0.3	12.3
18	12	Breanna Price (183-C)	Link	60	F	Claflin	8.8	16-30	0-1	3-3	5.8	0.8	1.0	0.3	12.0
19	236	Jasmine Smith (170-G)	Link	57	G	SMU	11.0	9-18	2-7	2-2	2.0	3.0	2.5	0.0	12.0
20	124	Arriana Manzay (189-F-2000, college: West Liberty)	Link	62	F	West Liberty	7.5	11-16	0-1	8-12	4.0	0.5	1.3	1.8	11.8
21	295	Kiara Bell (188-F-2000, college: UMBC)	Link	62	F	UMBC	7.0	6-15	0-1	2-2	5.5	1.5	1.0	1.5	11.5
22	64	Johnasia Cash (188-F-1999)	Link	63	F	Penn State	9.0	8-19	0-4	2-2	7.0	1.5	1.5	0.0	11.5
23	2	Lauren Golding (183-SF-1998, college: York)	Link	60	GF	York CAN	9.8	18-36	1-6	2-4	5.3	1.3	1.0	0.5	11.3
24	160	Cherita Daugherty (178-G-1998, college: SUU)	Link	510	G	Southern Utah	7.2	13-26	4-8	6-6	4.2	3.0	1.0	0.2	11.0
25	65	Marissa Hamilton (183-F)	Link	60	F	Merrimack	8.5	8-21	1-9	0-0	7.5	2.5	0.5	0.0	11.0
26	122	Lauryn Pointer (170-G)	Link	58	GF	CS Monterey Bay	13.5	9-22	7-16	2-3	3.0	2.0	1.5	0.0	11.0
27	55	Kayla Simmons (188-F)	Link	61	F	Lane	7.0	6-15	0-2	2-4	8.0	0.0	1.0	1.0	11.0
28	11	Janika Griffith-Wallace (173-G)	Link	58	G	VCU	10.5	16-38	8-24	2-2	2.0	3.5	1.5	0.3	10.8
29	240	Ayana Emmanuel (175-G)	Link	510	G	Alabama State	12.8	34-85	7-26	2-7	5.5	1.7	1.7	0.3	10.7
30	169	Chinna Fair (178-G)	Link	510	G	Antelope Valley	10.5	23-60	12-33	5-6	3.3	1.8	1.0	1.0	10.7
31	200	Abby Streeter (180-G)	Link	60	GF	Rutgers	11.3	17-37	11-29	0-1	2.5	3.0	0.3	0.8	10.5
32	111	KK White (183-G, college: UMBC)	Link	60	W/F	UMBC	11.8	21-46	5-19	0-1	4.3	1.5	0.5	0.0	10.5
33	220	Stefanie Berberabe (160-G)	Link	53	G	Westmont	7.0	13-26	2-4	0-2	3.3	3.0	2.5	0.0	10.5
34	120	Kambrayia Elzy (170-G-2000, college: Shawnee St.)	Link	57	G	Shawnee State	7.0	5-14	2-5	2-2	2.0	5.0	1.5	0.0	10.5
35	196	Carissa Moody (178-G)	Link	510	F	Texas Woman's	6.5	11-20	3-8	1-1	4.8	0.8	1.3	0.3	10.3
36	115	Kania Pollock (173-G-2000)	Link	58	G	Lincoln PA	11.5	20-47	2-11	4-4	5.3	1.8	1.5	0.0	10.3
37	212	Vasha Moore (176-F/C-1998, college: A&M Texarkana)	Link	58	F	Texas AM Texarkana	8.0	14-29	2-8	2-2	4.3	1.8	1.5	1.0	10.3
38	126	Regan Schenck (170-G-1999, college: NAU)	Link	57	G	Northern Arizona	6.8	15-25	1-5	3-4	2.6	3.4	1.2	0.2	10.0
39	136	Ashiala Jackson (185-F)	Link	62	F	Tuskegee	9.0	17-51	0-3	2-5	8.0	1.5	1.0	0.5	9.8
40	106	Courtney Shaw (183-F-2000, college: Northwestern)	Link	60	F	Northwestern	6.5	8-17	0-0	10-16	6.3	0.0	1.3	0.5	9.5
41	211	Erin Stroberg (185-F)	Link	61	F	Regis CO	8.5	16-42	0-4	2-7	7.8	0.8	1.0	0.3	9.5
42	181	Monica Brooks (185-G)	Link	60	F	Colorado Mesa	5.5	5-6	1-1	0-0	1.5	1.0	1.5	0.5	9.5
43	187	Kennedy Gavin (183-F)	Link	60	F	Jacksonville	11.0	8-20	1-5	5-5	4.5	1.0	1.0	0.5	9.5
43	184	Kayla Byrne	Link	58	G	Barton	7.2	13-35	7-26	10-10	4.3	1.3	0.3	0.3	9.3
44	188	Charisse Fairley (180-F-1999, college: CSU-Pueblo)	Link	511	GF	CS Pueblo	6.5	12-30	2-6	0-1	6.5	1.3	0.5	1.3	9.0
45	19	Crystal Rios	Link	57	G	Aurora	7.3	11-28	5-17	2-2	3.3	1.3	2.3	0.5	9.0
46	44	Jolicia Williams (168-G)	Link	56	G	Georgia Southwestern	10.3	14-39	11-31	2-2	2.5	3.5	1.0	0.0	9.0
47	206	Zaria Dorsey (176-F/G)	Link	61	F	Science Arts Oklahoma	9.5	8-26	1-7	2-3	7.0	1.5	1.5	0.0	9.0
48	208	Morgan Smith	Link	61	F	Bluffton	6.8	9-25	1-1	8-10	5.3	1.5	0.3	0.8	8.8
49	90	Ava Jones (170-G)	Link	58	G	Georgia Southwestern	8.5	14-42	2-11	4-4	3.0	4.8	0.8	0.3	8.8
50	242	Mandi Kawaha (157-G)	Link	53	G	Hawaii Hilo	7.3	11-24	5-13	2-2	2.8	3.0	0.8	0.0	8.5
51	63	Niyah Becker (188-F-2000)	Link	62	F	Wake Forest	12.0	10-26	1-4	3-4	4.0	1.0	1.5	0.5	8.5
52	154	Machia Hairston	Link	57	GF	La Roche	4.3	7-23	0-2	3-6	7.0	1.5	1.0	0.5	8.5
53	151	Amal Mahmoud (165-F)	Link	55	GF	Berkeley College	3.8	10-27	1-3	2-2	5.5	2.2	2.0	0.2	8.5
54	224/28	Paige Powell (188-F)	Link	62	F	Winthrop	8.5	15-38	0-0	4-4	3.8	1.0	0.8	1.3	8.5
55	123	Tess Amundsen (185-F)	Link	61	GF	CS Northridge	9.0	12-39	5-21	7-7	3.8	1.8	1.3	0.3	8.3
56	159	Keia McCullough	Link	511	F	Midway	6.5	10-24	0-7	6-9	6.3	0.8	0.8	0.0	8.3
57	109	Iyanna McCurdy (175-G)	Link	58	GF	Eastern New Mexico	8.0	7-15	2-3	0-0	3.5	0.0	1.0	0.0	8.0
58	191	Sylwia Harda	Link	62	F	Poland	3.8	11-21	1-2	0-4	6.0	1.0	0.2	1.0	8.0
59	165	Brooke Bigott (178-G)	Link	59	G	Appalachian State	4.8	6-25	3-15	4-5	6.3	3.3	0.5	0.8	7.8
60	182	Kyla Allison (183-G)	Link	60	GF	Western Carolina	8.2	20-48	4-21	5-5	2.7	1.2	1.3	0.3	7.7
61	204	Callie Cavanaugh (185-F)	Link	60	F	Fairfield	9.5	9-17	1-2	0-1	2.0	1.0	0.5	0.0	7.5
62	132	Kasey Gagan (173-G-1999, college: UMBC)	Link	58	G	St. Thomas FL	7.5	15-43	10-22	5-7	2.5	3.3	0.7	0.5	7.3
63	156	Mikayla Mabie (170-G)	Link	57	G	CS Monterey Bay	0.0	0-4	0-2	0-0	1.0	7.0	2.0	0.0	7.0
64	163	Jada Stinson (173-G-1999, college: Illinois St.)	Link	58	G	Illinois State	5.5	4-14	3-8	0-0	4.5	4.0	0.0	0.0	7.0
65	174	Janai Crooms (178-G, college: Providence)	Link	510	GF	Providence	4.0	4-9	0-0	0-1	5.0	2.5	0.5	1.0	7.0
66	54	Divine Tanks (185-F-2000, college: McNeese St.)	Link	61	F	McNeese State	6.0	10-30	0-1	4-8	6.5	0.0	1.3	0.3	6.8
67	3	Bailey Tabin (185-F)	Link	61	F	Laurentian	5.0	13-44	0-2	4-6	6.5	0.5	1.2	0.5	6.7
68	1	Fiona Wilson	Link	510	G	Oklahoma City	5.7	12-30	8-22	2-2	2.3	0.8	1.0	0.2	6.5
69	84	Stephanie Guihon (168-G-1999, college: McNeese St.)	Link	56	G	McNeese State	7.5	18-48	1-6	8-10	1.5	3.5	1.3	0.0	6.5
70	161	Alex Harrison (178-F)	Link	510	GF	LSU Alexandria	6.3	9-24	3-14	4-5	3.8	1.5	0.0	0.0	6.3
71	62	Krystan Vornes (188-F-1999)	Link	62	F	UALR	6.8	12-38	1-3	2-4	6.8	0.3	0.0	0.8	6.3
72	66	Jacquelyn Levay (173-G)	Link	58	G	Georgia Southwestern	5.5	8-28	4-15	2-4	3.5	2.3	1.0	0.0	6.0
73	24	Jzane Cavalli-Money (170-G-1998, college: UMFK)	Link	57	G	Maine Fort Kent	7.3	11-26	7-18	0-0	3.0	0.5	0.8	0.3	6.0
74	108	Andreana Wrister (173-G)	Link	57	G	Georgia Southern	6.0	4-11	4-9	0-0	2.5	1.0	0.5	0.0	6.0
75	194	Kristin Herndon	Link	60	F	Knox	4.0	6-18	0-0	4-7	4.8	0.5	0.3	0.5	5.8
76	149	Erin Wilson (178-G, college: UTEP)	Link	510	G	UTEP	7.0	5-12	0-4	4-6	2.5	0.0	1.0	0.0	5.5
77	116	Faith Ross (180-G-2000, college: Bellevue)	Link	511	G	Bellevue	4.0	6-18	4-12	0-2	1.8	2.8	0.8	0.5	5.0
78	190	Catessa Duran	Link	59	W/F	Knox	3.5	6-23	2-4	0-0	3.5	1.3	0.5	0.8	4.8
79	99	Markeysha Coleman (157-G)	Link	52	G	Calumet St. Joseph	3.0	5-13	0-3	2-2	2.0	1.8	1.0	0.3	4.8
80	98	Mackenzie Smith (190-F, college: St.Bonaventure)	Link	63	F	Capilano	5.5	10-28	0-1	2-4	3.3	1.0	0.8	0.8	4.5
81	227	Taysha Bender (170-SG-2000, college: Mercy)	Link	57	G	Mercy	9.8	15-44	9-28	0-0	1.3	1.8	1.0	0.0	4.3
82	192	Taylor Dillard (152-PG-2000, college: Oakland City)	Link	52	G	Oakland City	3.8	6-23	1-5	2-2	1.3	3.8	0.8	0.0	4.3
83	48	Jehiah Cook (165-G, college: S.Oregon)	Link	55	g	Bryant Stratton Syracuse	7.4	14-48	4-13	5-8	4.2	3.0	1.4	0.0	4.2
84	153	Jasmine Cotton (178-SF-1997, college: Lansing CC)	Link	510	GF	Lansing	3.7	9-31	4-10	0-0	3.2	0.8	0.5	1.2	4.2
85	195	Ajanae Thomas (180-F)	Link	510	GF	LeTourneau	3.8	8-33	1-12	6-7	2.5	1.8	1.3	0.3	4.0
86	168	Erika Nettles	Link	510	F	Bridgewater	4.3	7-23	0-1	3-8	4.8	0.8	0.5	0.0	4.0
87	245	Elena Pilakouta (190-C)	Link	63	C	Nebraska Omaha	3.0	2-6	0-0	2-2	3.0	1.0	0.5	0.0	4.0
88	171	Ja'lyn Armstrong	Link	58	GF	Assumption	3.5	3-7	0-0	1-3	4.0	0.5	0.5	0.0	4.0
89	125	Ayanna Mazyck (175-G, college: Tallahassee)	Link	59	GF	La Roche / Portugal	4.5	7-39	4-23	0-1	6.5	2.0	0.3	0.0	3.8
90	107	Claire Dechet (G)	Link	57	G	Lambton	2.8	5-19	1-6	0-0	3.0	2.0	0.0	0.0	3.8
91	203/245	Paris Harris (180-F-2000, college: Marian)	Link	511	F	Marian WI	5.3	8-31	5-19	0-0	4.3	0.8	0.3	0.3	3.8
92	155	Danielle Rainey (178-G)	Link	511	G	Eastern Kentucky	4.8	7-29	1-13	4-5	4.8	1.3	1.0	0.3	3.5
93	68	Kacey Gardner (168-G-2000, college: Lakeland)	Link	55	G	Lakeland	3.3	5-14	1-1	2-6	2.5	2.0	0.8	0.0	3.5
94	94	Kevanika Brown (168-G)	Link	56	G	Carolina Univ	5.5	5-10	1-2	0-1	1.0	0.0	1.5	0.0	3.5
95	164	Hannah Holt	Link	58	G	Mary Hardin Baylor	4.8	14-42	1-8	0-4	2.2	1.0	1.3	0.2	3.2
96	167	Aerihna Afoa (168-G)	Link	56	G	Bluefield State	4.0	3-14	2-7	0-2	5.0	1.5	0.5	0.0	3.0
97	13	Karon Williams	Link	54	G	St. Mary's MD	5.8	11-55	5-27	8-10	2.2	2.8	1.5	0.7	2.8
98	95	Caroline Germond (170-G-2000)	Link	57	G	James Madison	4.0	3-12	1-6	1-1	0.5	2.0	2.5	0.0	2.5
99	235	Cierra Brown	Link	54	g	Ottawa KS	2.8	4-25	1-15	2-2	3.0	3.0	0.5	0.3	2.5
100	92	Mycah McDonald (168-G-2000, college: Huston-Tillotson)	Link	55	G	Huston Tillotson	5.0	8-24	2-12	2-2	1.8	0.8	0.0	0.0	2.5
101	219	Breleigh Gula	Link	510	F	Trinity International	3.3	5-20	1-3	2-4	4.3	0.3	0.3	0.0	2.5
102	70	Christianna Crooks (168-G)	Link	53	G	Centennial	4.8	7-28	5-17	0-2	2.8	1.0	1.3	0.0	2.5
103	228	Neely Trenshaw	Link	54	G	Earlham	3.3	6-25	1-9	0-0	3.5	1.3	0.3	0.8	2.5
104	215	Taylor Dunn	Link	57	G	Cleveland State College	2.2	4-23	3-21	2-2	2.5	1.0	1.0	0.2	1.8
105	216	Kirsten Abo (163-G)	Link	54	G	Capilano	3.5	5-17	2-8	2-4	2.5	1.3	1.0	0.0	1.5
106	131	Tanisia Murphy	Link	56	G	Shawnee State	2.5	2-6	1-2	0-0	1.5	1.0	1.0	0.0	1.5
107	130	Destiney Amaefula (168-G)	Link	56	G	Harris-Stowe State	5.5	9-42	2-22	2-2	2.0	1.3	1.0	0.0	0.5
108	25	Chasity Spady (175-G)	Link	58	G	Sonoma State	5.3	9-46	1-12	2-6	5.3	1.0	0.3	0.0	-0.3
109	158	Sharaya Haines	Link	58	GF	Post	2.5	4-31	2-15	0-0	3.5	1.3	0.5	0.0	-0.5
110	5	Kamaree Donald (165-G)<	Link	55	G	Morgan State	2.5	2-11	1-6	0-2	1.0	1.5	0.0	0.0	-2.0
111	166	Megan Dixon	Link	510	GF	UMASS Boston	0.8	1-21	1-12	0-0	2.0	0.5	0.5	0.3	-2.3

2023 Eurobasket Women's Final 4 Showcase Game Video and Box Scores - by ESL News

The 2023 Women's Final 4 Eurobasket Summer League Showcase was bigger than ever in Dallas, TX March 31-April 2! Asia Strong (188-F, college: Syracuse), a 6'2 F from Syracuse University, finished 1st in the Player Efficiency Rankings out of the 111 participants. NAIA Bigs Angela Grant (190-C) (Faulkner) and Sandra Cannady (185-F-2001) each excelled to finish in the Top 3, while NCAA II wing Haylee Saurette (Point Loma) and D1 UMBC G Ashia McCalla (170-G-2000, college: UMBC) (170-G-2000, college: UMBC) rounded out the Top 5! Each player plays 2 games on every day they attend at the Final 4. The players are ranked based on their cumulative Player Efficiency Ratings Average which supplies a players overall contribution both offensively and defensively. The rankings are calculated by VidSwap technologies, a basketball analytics company from Israel. Good luck to all players as we look to add to the 1,287 camp alumni to sign overseas!

LINK TO PLAYER CUMULATIVE STATS AND RANKINGS

Friday March 31st Game Videos and Box Scores

Game 1: Zurich v Florence

Zurich - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
24 Jzane Cavalli-Money (170-G-1998, college: UMFK)	7	3	6	1	3	0	0	0	4	4	1	0	0	3	6
54 Divine Tanks (185-F-2000, college: McNeese St.)	6	3	7	0	0	0	2	1	4	5	0	2	1	2	6
84 Stephanie Guihon (168-G-1999, college: McNeese St.)	8	4	7	0	0	0	2	1	0	1	3	0	0	3	4
92 Mycah McDonald (168-G-2000, college: Huston-Tillotson)	2	1	4	0	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0
116 Faith Ross (180-G-2000, college: Bellevue)	3	1	5	1	2	0	0	0	4	4	4	0	0	3	4
124 Arriana Manzay (189-F-2000, college: West Liberty)	8	4	7	0	1	0	2	0	3	3	2	0	3	1	10
132 Kasey Gagan (173-G-1999, college: UMBC)	3	1	4	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	4	0	0	1	3
153 Jasmine Cotton (178-SF-1997, college: Lansing CC)	5	2	6	1	2	0	0	0	2	2	1	1	1	1	5
174 Janai Crooms (178-G, college: Providence)	8	4	8	0	0	0	0	0	5	5	2	1	0	2	10

Florence - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
2 Lauren Golding (183-SF-1998, college: York)	6	3	10	0	2	0	2	2	2	4	0	1	0	1	1
73 Aaliyah Prince (173-G-1997, college: UAFS)	21	10	14	0	0	1	3	2	5	7	1	3	1	1	26
111 KK White (183-G, college: UMBC)	5	2	8	1	3	0	0	2	4	6	0	0	0	0	5
114 Ashia McCalla	8	3	10	2	6	0	2	5	3	8	5	0	0	0	12
120 Kambrayia Elzy (170-G-2000, college: Shawnee St.)	4	2	6	0	2	0	0	0	1	1	7	2	0	0	10
131 Tanisia Murphy	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	2	1	0	2	2
163 Jada Stinson (173-G-1999, college: Illinois St.)	8	3	9	2	6	0	0	0	4	4	1	0	0	3	4
203 Paris Harris (180-F-2000, college: Marian)	6	2	5	2	3	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	0	0	5
295 Kiara Bell (188-F-2000, college: UMBC)	14	6	11	0	1	2	2	5	2	7	3	0	3	0	22

Game 2: Dublin v Prague

Dublin - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
68 Kacey Gardner	2	1	5	0	0	0	2	2	0	2	0	1	0	0	-1
126 Regan Schenck	2	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	0	2	3
149 Erin Wilson	2	1	5	0	3	0	2	2	2	4	0	1	0	0	1
190 Catessa Duran	4	2	6	0	0	0	0	3	1	4	0	1	0	0	5
192 Taylor Dillard	2	1	4	0	1	0	0	1	0	1	0	1	0	0	1
194 Kristin Herndon	4	1	4	0	0	2	4	1	2	3	0	1	0	1	2
208 Morgan Smith	8	2	6	0	0	4	4	0	1	1	1	1	0	1	6
215 Taylor Dunn	3	1	3	1	3	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	0	3	0
217 Asia Strong	13	6	12	1	5	0	0	1	4	5	0	1	0	1	12

Prague - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
106 Courtney Shaw	4	1	3	0	0	2	4	2	3	5	0	1	2	1	7
160 Cherita Daugherty	11	4	5	1	1	2	2	1	2	3	3	1	0	3	14
164 Hannah Holt	7	3	4	1	2	0	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	3
188 Charisse Fairley	8	3	8	2	2	0	0	0	5	5	2	0	3	1	12
207 Julia Schatkowsky	11	5	5	1	1	0	0	2	4	7	0	1	1	1	19
212 Vasha Moore	9	4	6	1	1	0	0	2	4	6	4	3	1	1	20
227 Taysha Bender	11	4	12	3	8	0	0	0	2	2	4	0	0	1	8
235 Cierra Brown	5	1	2	1	2	2	2	0	1	1	0	1	0	2	4

Game 3: Stockholm v Riga

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
5 Ka'Maree Donald	2	1	5	0	3	0	2	1	0	1	2	0	0	2	-3
139 Jada Camacho	0	0	3	0	1	0	0	2	1	3	0	2	0	0	2
155 Danielle Rainey	10	4	9	0	4	2	2	0	6	6	0	1	1	4	9
158 Sharaya Haines	0	0	9	0	4	0	0	4	2	6	1	1	0	4	-5
166 Meg Dixon	0	0	4	0	2	0	0	0	1	1	0	1	0	1	-3
168 Erika Nettles	2	1	2	0	0	0	2	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	0
191 Sylwia Harda	4	2	4	0	1	0	0	2	4	6	1	1	0	1	9
206 Zaria Dorsey	11	5	15	1	6	0	1	1	8	9	2	2	0	1	12
228 Neely Trenshaw	4	2	6	0	1	0	0	1	2	3	0	1	2	2	4

Riga - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
1 Fiona Wilson	2	0	2	0	2	2	2	0	3	3	1	2	0	0	6
3 Bailey Tabin	4	1	8	0	1	2	4	3	8	11	0	0	0	3	3
13 Karon Williams	6	1	9	0	5	4	4	0	3	3	1	2	2	0	6
115 Kania Pollock	19	9	18	1	4	0	0	0	6	6	1	2	0	2	17
151 Amal Mahmoud	0	0	6	0	0	0	0	4	5	9	1	4	0	4	4
159 Keia McCullough	6	1	4	0	2	4	6	5	3	8	0	2	0	2	9
187 Kennedy Gavin	10	4	10	0	2	2	2	1	2	3	0	1	1	2	7
245 Elena Pilakouta	2	1	4	0	0	0	0	1	2	3	2	1	0	1	4

Game 4: Doha v Naples

Doha - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
55 Kayla Simmons	8	3	5	0	1	2	2	2	5	7	0	1	2	1	15
94 Kevanika Brown	5	2	5	1	2	0	0	1	0	1	0	3	0	2	4
95 Caroline Germond	3	1	4	0	0	1	1	0	1	1	1	1	0	4	-1
107 Claire Dechet	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	3	3	1	0	0	1	2
109 Iyanna McCurdy	5	2	5	1	1	0	0	1	1	2	0	0	0	1	3
181 Monica Brooks	4	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	0	1	0	8
185 Janay Sanders	8	4	9	0	0	0	0	0	3	3	5	2	0	4	9
189 Sandra Cannady (185-F-2001)	7	3	6	0	1	1	1	2	3	5	1	0	0	0	10
236 Jasmine Smith	13	6	9	1	3	0	0	0	2	2	4	2	0	1	17

Naples - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
48 Jehiah Cook	6	2	8	1	1	1	2	0	2	2	2	2	0	5	0
85 Asiah Dingle	9	4	8	0	2	1	1	0	0	0	4	3	0	1	9
169 Chinna Fair	3	1	2	0	1	1	1	0	2	2	1	0	0	2	3
171 Ja'lyn Armstrong	2	1	3	0	0	0	1	1	3	4	0	0	0	2	1
182 Kyla Allison	8	3	3	2	2	0	0	0	3	3	0	0	0	1	10
219 Breleigh Gula	1	0	4	0	0	1	1	0	1	1	0	0	0	3	-5
238 Angela Grant	3	1	2	0	1	1	1	2	2	4	0	0	0	0	6
240 Ayana Emmanuel	8	4	12	0	3	0	0	2	2	4	1	1	0	2	4

Game 5: Taiwan v Prague

Taiwan - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
64 Johnasia Cash	10	4	9	0	2	2	2	4	4	8	2	2	0	4	13
76 Vivian Woo	15	6	10	3	6	0	0	2	3	5	0	2	0	1	17
108 Andreana Wrister	0	0	4	0	4	0	0	0	4	4	0	0	0	1	-1
112 Amoria Neal-Tyson	12	5	11	2	5	0	0	0	2	2	5	3	0	1	15
136 Ashiala Jackson	8	4	9	0	0	0	2	1	7	8	1	0	0	1	9
184 Kayla Byrne	3	1	3	1	3	0	0	1	2	3	0	0	1	3	2
195 Ajanae Thomas	2	0	5	0	2	2	2	0	4	4	2	1	1	4	1
220 Stefanie Berberabe	2	1	3	0	1	0	0	1	1	2	2	0	0	1	3
222 Haylee Saurette	0	0	3	0	2	0	0	0	2	2	0	0	0	1	-2

Prague - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
106 Courtney Shaw	6	3	5	0	0	0	0	4	5	9	0	0	0	1	12
160 Cherita Daugherty	6	2	6	0	2	2	2	0	2	2	4	0	1	2	7
164 Hannah Holt	4	2	10	0	1	0	2	0	0	0	1	4	0	1	-2
188 Charisse Fairley	2	1	6	0	2	0	0	1	4	5	0	0	2	3	1
207 Julia Schatkowsky	9	4	6	1	1	0	0	1	2	3	1	2	0	0	13
212 Vasha Moore	6	3	8	0	2	0	0	0	4	4	1	1	3	2	8
227 Taysha Bender	2	1	8	0	5	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	0	2	-6
235 Cierra Brown	2	1	9	0	5	0	0	0	3	3	4	0	0	2	-1

Game 6: Florence v Dublin

Florence - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
2 Lauren Golding	4	2	5	0	1	0	0	2	2	4	2	0	0	2	5
73 Aaliyah Prince	8	4	5	0	0	0	2	1	1	2	0	0	0	0	7
111 KK White	19	8	17	3	8	0	0	0	4	4	2	0	0	1	15
114 Ashia McCalla	8	4	7	0	0	0	2	2	0	2	0	1	0	0	6
120 Kambrayia Elzy	10	3	8	2	3	2	2	0	3	3	3	1	0	1	11
131 Tanisia Murphy	5	2	5	1	2	0	0	0	1	1	0	1	0	3	1
163 Jada Stinson	3	1	5	1	2	0	0	0	5	5	7	0	0	1	10
203 Paris Harris	5	2	6	1	3	0	0	2	4	6	2	1	0	0	10
295 Kiara Bell	0	0	4	0	0	0	0	1	3	4	0	2	0	1	1

Dublin - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
68 Kacey Gardner	5	2	5	1	1	0	0	1	1	2	2	0	0	2	4
126 Regan Schenck	8	3	3	0	0	2	2	0	4	4	1	1	0	2	12
149 Erin Wilson	12	4	7	0	1	4	4	0	1	1	0	1	0	1	10
190 Catessa Duran	3	1	6	1	2	0	0	1	2	3	1	0	2	0	4
192 Taylor Dillard	6	3	9	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	7	2	0	1	9
194 Kristin Herndon	2	0	3	0	0	2	2	1	4	5	1	0	0	0	5
208 Morgan Smith	9	4	8	1	1	0	2	1	7	8	4	0	0	2	13
215 Taylor Dunn	3	1	3	1	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	1	1
217 Asia Strong	18	8	15	2	6	0	0	2	7	9	0	1	0	0	21

Game 7: Naples v Stockholm

Naples - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
48 Jehiah Cook	11	4	10	3	6	0	0	0	4	4	2	0	0	3	8
85 Asiah Dingle	15	7	10	1	2	0	4	1	2	3	5	5	0	2	19
169 Chinna Fair	11	4	7	1	3	2	2	2	1	3	1	1	1	0	14
171 Ja'lyn Armstrong	5	2	4	0	0	1	2	0	4	4	1	1	0	1	7
182 Kyla Allison	7	3	6	1	3	0	0	0	3	3	2	3	1	0	13
219 Breleigh Gula	3	1	1	1	1	0	0	0	3	3	1	0	0	0	7
238 Angela Grant	2	1	4	0	0	0	2	2	5	7	0	0	1	0	5
240 Ayana Emmanuel	18	8	19	2	8	0	0	2	6	8	3	3	0	2	19

Stockholm - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
5 Ka'Maree Donald	3	1	6	1	3	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	0	1	-1
139 Jada Camacho	12	5	9	2	4	0	0	1	4	5	1	0	1	5	10
155 Danielle Rainey	5	1	4	1	3	2	2	0	5	5	0	1	0	3	5
158 Sharaya Haines	2	1	5	0	3	0	0	0	1	1	2	0	0	0	1
166 Meg Dixon	0	0	7	0	5	0	0	1	2	3	1	0	0	2	-5
168 Erika Nettles	6	2	8	0	1	2	4	1	7	8	1	1	0	1	7
191 Sylwia Harda	2	1	3	0	0	0	0	2	2	4	1	0	1	2	4
206 Zaria Dorsey	8	3	11	0	1	2	2	1	4	5	1	1	0	1	6
228 Neely Trenshaw	4	2	8	0	4	0	0	4	0	4	2	0	1	1	4

Game 8: Zurich v Doha

Zurich - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
24 Jzane Cavalli-Money	11	4	7	3	5	0	0	0	2	2	0	0	0	2	8
54 Divine Tanks	8	2	8	0	0	4	4	4	4	8	0	0	0	2	8
84 Stephanie Guihon	4	1	4	0	0	2	2	0	1	1	1	0	0	1	2
92 Mycah McDonald	6	2	4	2	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	4	0
116 Faith Ross	0	0	2	0	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	-3
124 Arriana Manzay	2	0	0	0	0	2	3	0	2	2	0	2	1	0	6
132 Kasey Gagan	0	0	2	0	1	0	0	0	2	2	3	1	0	1	3
153 Jasmine Cotton	5	2	4	1	2	0	0	0	5	5	0	0	2	4	6
174 Janai Crooms	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	4	5	3	0	2	4	4

Doha - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
55 Kayla Simmons	6	3	10	0	1	0	2	6	3	9	0	1	0	0	7
94 Kevanika Brown	6	3	5	0	0	0	1	0	1	1	0	0	0	1	3
95 Caroline Germond	5	2	8	1	6	0	0	0	0	0	3	4	0	0	6
107 Claire Dechet	2	1	3	0	0	0	0	1	2	3	4	0	0	0	7
109 Iyanna McCurdy	11	5	10	1	2	0	0	5	0	5	0	2	0	0	13
181 Monica Brooks	7	3	4	1	1	0	0	0	2	2	0	3	0	0	11
185 Janay Sanders	10	4	8	0	0	2	2	1	2	3	5	2	0	0	16
189 Sandra Cannady	4	1	3	0	0	2	2	1	3	4	1	0	0	0	7
236 Jasmine Smith	9	3	9	1	4	2	2	0	2	2	2	3	0	3	7

Game 9: Riga v Taiwan

Riga - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
1 Fiona Wilson	0	0	3	0	2	0	0	0	2	2	0	0	0	1	-2
3 Bailey Tabin	6	3	8	0	0	0	0	2	2	4	0	2	1	3	5
13 Karon Williams	5	2	8	1	3	0	2	0	2	2	1	0	0	4	-4
115 Kania Pollock	6	3	9	0	4	0	0	1	4	5	2	0	0	2	5
151 Amal Mahmoud	6	3	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	0	2	1	0	0	7
159 Keia McCullough	4	2	6	0	2	0	0	3	2	5	0	0	0	2	3
187 Kennedy Gavin	12	4	10	1	3	3	3	3	3	6	2	1	0	3	12
245 Elena Pilakouta	4	1	2	0	0	2	2	0	3	3	0	0	0	2	4

Taiwan - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
64 Johnasia Cash	8	4	10	0	2	0	0	4	2	6	1	1	0	0	10
76 Vivian Woo	8	3	7	2	4	0	0	2	1	3	6	0	1	0	14
108 Andreana Wrister	12	4	7	4	5	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	0	0	13
112 Amoria Neal-Tyson	8	4	7	0	1	0	0	1	1	2	4	2	0	3	10
136 Ashiala Jackson	10	5	14	0	2	0	0	3	7	10	3	2	2	2	16
184 Kayla Byrne	14	6	8	2	4	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	14
195 Ajanae Thomas	7	3	5	1	3	0	0	1	1	2	1	3	0	1	10
220 Stefanie Berberabe	6	3	5	0	0	0	1	1	2	3	5	3	0	0	14
222 Haylee Saurette	11	4	9	1	3	2	2	2	5	7	5	2	0	0	20

Saturday April 1st Games

Game 1: Stockholm v Riga

Stockholm - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
3 Bailey Tabin	6	3	9	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	0	2	0	0	4
13 Karon Williams	5	2	12	1	5	0	0	2	2	4	2	0	2	3	0
155 Danielle Rainey	2	1	12	0	5	0	1	1	6	7	3	1	0	2	-1
158 Sharaya Haines	0	0	10	0	4	0	0	6	1	7	2	1	0	0	0
159 Keia McCullough	4	2	5	0	1	0	0	2	4	6	2	1	0	1	9
164 Hannah Holt	2	1	3	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	0	3	-1
166 Meg Dixon	3	1	5	1	2	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	0	1	0
184 Kayla Byrne	4	1	7	0	6	2	2	0	6	6	1	0	0	0	5
204 Callie Cavanaugh	10	5	10	0	0	0	1	2	1	3	2	0	0	1	8

Riga - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
44 Jolicia Williams	10	4	11	2	7	0	0	0	2	2	3	1	0	3	6
65 Marissa Hamilton	6	3	8	0	4	0	0	1	8	9	3	1	0	1	13
66 Jacquelyn Levay	7	3	6	1	3	0	0	0	3	3	1	1	0	1	8
90 Ava Jones	6	3	11	0	2	0	0	0	4	4	5	1	0	2	6
113 Charlotte Lowndes	2	1	3	0	2	0	0	2	3	5	4	1	2	0	12
160 Cherita Daugherty	7	3	9	1	2	0	0	3	5	8	4	1	0	2	12
222 Haylee Saurette	19	8	12	3	5	0	0	3	2	5	0	2	0	1	21
238 Angela Grant	10	5	8	0	0	0	0	4	10	14	0	1	0	2	20

Game 2: Doha v Zurich

Doha - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
98 Mackenzie Smith	8	4	7	0	0	0	2	2	1	3	2	1	0	1	8
106 Courtney Shaw	6	1	2	0	0	4	8	2	3	5	0	2	0	1	7
115 Kania Pollock	13	5	8	1	2	2	2	0	4	4	4	3	0	3	18
132 Kasey Gagan	20	6	9	4	5	4	6	0	1	1	3	1	0	4	16
153 Jasmine Cotton	2	1	6	0	2	0	0	1	1	2	1	1	1	3	-1
191 Sylwia Harda	4	2	5	0	0	0	0	3	5	8	2	0	2	2	11
216 Kirsten Abo	2	1	4	0	1	0	0	0	3	3	3	2	0	4	3
240 Ayana Emmanuel	12	4	14	2	7	2	2	1	3	4	3	1	0	2	8

Zurich - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
12 Bre Price	8	3	6	0	0	2	2	0	6	6	0	2	0	0	13
54 Divine Tanks	8	4	7	0	0	0	2	1	4	5	0	1	0	0	9
84 Stephanie Guihon	10	4	9	0	1	2	2	0	1	1	4	4	0	4	10
116 Faith Ross	13	5	7	3	5	0	0	1	0	1	5	2	1	1	19
117 Audrey McElhaney	12	6	10	0	0	0	2	3	3	6	0	0	0	2	10
192 Taylor Dillard	0	0	2	0	1	0	0	1	2	3	4	0	0	2	3
212 Vasha Moore	10	4	9	0	2	2	2	0	3	3	2	1	0	5	6
227 Taysha Bender	11	4	9	3	6	0	0	0	1	1	3	3	0	5	8

Game 3: Prague v Naples

Prague - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
1 Fiona Wilson	17	6	9	5	7	0	0	0	1	1	2	2	0	0	19
107 Claire Dechet	9	4	10	1	6	0	0	1	2	3	1	0	0	1	6
130 Destiney Amaefula	0	0	12	0	8	0	0	0	2	2	3	0	0	2	-9
195 Ajanae Thomas	2	1	8	0	3	0	0	0	1	1	4	4	1	2	3
207 Julia Schatkowsky	3	1	3	1	3	0	0	0	7	7	0	1	2	2	9
224 Paige Powell	10	5	9	0	0	0	0	1	2	3	0	1	3	0	13
245 Paris Harris	8	3	8	2	6	0	0	0	8	8	0	0	0	2	9
266 Gianna Gotti	3	1	6	1	4	0	0	1	5	6	10	4	0	3	15

Naples - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
19 Crystal Rios	10	4	8	2	5	0	0	2	5	7	3	1	0	1	16
111 KK White	10	5	12	0	5	0	0	0	4	4	1	2	0	2	8
114 Ashia McCalla	10	4	12	2	3	0	0	4	6	10	5	1	0	5	13
151 Amal Mahmoud	5	2	8	1	1	0	0	1	7	8	4	5	0	3	13
161 Alexandra Harrison	5	2	8	1	4	0	0	1	6	7	2	0	0	0	8
169 Chinna Fair	9	3	14	3	7	0	1	4	1	5	3	1	0	0	6
211 Erin Stroberg	10	5	13	0	0	0	0	3	4	7	1	1	0	2	9
219 Breleigh Gula	4	2	7	0	1	0	0	2	3	5	0	0	0	1	3

Game 4: Taiwan v Johannesburg

Taiwan - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
11 Janika Griffith-Wallace	9	3	8	1	5	2	2	0	0	0	4	2	0	1	9
24 Jzane Cavalli-Money	9	3	6	3	6	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	1	1	9
92 Mycah McDonald	8	3	9	0	2	2	2	2	3	5	2	0	0	0	9
99 Markeysha Coleman	6	3	4	0	0	0	0	0	2	2	1	1	0	2	7
136 Ashiala Jackson	12	6	15	0	1	0	1	4	6	10	1	1	0	1	13
208 Morgan Smith	6	1	3	0	0	4	4	0	5	5	1	0	0	2	8
215 Taylor Dunn	0	0	3	0	3	0	0	0	2	2	1	0	0	1	-1
234 Kristina Moore	17	8	16	1	7	0	1	1	7	8	3	3	0	0	22

Johannesburg - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
51 Sierra Smith	12	6	7	0	0	0	0	4	3	7	2	1	0	0	21
70 Christianna Crooks	5	2	7	1	3	0	1	2	2	4	1	1	0	2	3
76 Vivian Woo	8	2	11	0	4	4	4	2	6	8	5	0	0	1	11
139 Jada Camacho	11	5	9	1	4	0	0	1	3	4	2	1	1	0	15
165 Brooke Bigott	4	2	8	0	3	0	1	1	7	8	4	0	1	2	8
168 Erika Nettles	7	3	9	0	0	1	2	2	4	6	0	0	0	3	3
200 Abby Streeter	6	2	7	2	7	0	0	0	1	1	2	1	1	2	4
228 Neely Trenshaw	5	2	7	1	2	0	0	1	3	4	0	0	0	2	2

Game 5: Florence v Dublin

Florence - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
2 Lauren Golding	10	4	8	0	1	2	2	4	3	7	1	1	0	3	12
48 Jehiah Cook	8	3	10	0	1	2	2	0	4	4	2	2	0	4	5
73 Aaliyah Prince	12	6	10	0	1	0	0	1	0	1	1	1	3	1	13
123 Tess Amundsen	9	4	11	1	5	0	0	1	4	5	3	1	0	3	8
124 Arriana Manzay	8	3	3	0	0	2	3	2	6	8	0	1	3	1	18
125 Ayanna Mazyck	3	1	10	1	7	0	0	1	9	10	4	0	0	2	6
196 Carissa Moody	5	2	4	1	3	0	0	0	8	8	0	2	0	0	13
235 Cierra Brown	4	2	7	0	3	0	0	2	1	3	4	0	0	2	4

Dublin - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
25 Chasity Spady	3	1	12	1	6	0	0	2	1	3	1	0	0	0	-4
62 Krystan Vornes	6	2	13	0	1	2	3	3	2	5	0	0	0	0	-1
154 Machia Hairston	6	3	10	0	0	0	0	0	6	6	1	3	0	0	9
182 Kyla Allison	10	4	12	0	4	2	2	1	4	5	2	3	0	1	11
190 Catessa Duran	2	1	4	0	0	0	0	3	2	5	3	0	0	1	6
194 Kristin Herndon	2	1	4	0	0	0	0	2	3	5	0	0	0	1	3
220 Stefanie Berberabe	11	5	8	1	1	0	1	1	3	4	3	4	0	3	15
242 Mandi Kawaha	10	4	7	2	5	0	0	1	2	3	2	0	0	4	8

Game 6: Doha v Stockholm

Doha - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
98 Mackenzie Smith	4	2	6	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	1	0	2
106 Courtney Shaw	10	3	7	0	0	4	4	3	3	6	0	2	0	2	12
115 Kania Pollock	8	3	12	0	1	2	2	1	5	6	0	1	0	5	1
132 Kasey Gagan	2	1	9	0	3	0	0	1	2	3	3	1	1	0	2
153 Jasmine Cotton	2	1	4	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	2	0	3
161 Alexandra Harrison	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
191 Sylwia Harda	8	4	5	0	0	0	1	4	3	7	0	0	2	1	14
216 Kirsten Abo	5	2	6	1	3	0	0	3	0	3	1	1	0	4	2
240 Ayana Emmanuel	6	3	8	0	1	0	2	3	3	6	0	1	0	1	5

Stockholm - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
3 Bailey Tabin	4	2	4	0	0	0	0	2	4	6	1	1	1	0	11
13 Karon Williams	4	1	8	0	5	2	2	1	0	1	4	3	0	4	1
155 Danielle Rainey	2	1	4	0	1	0	0	1	0	1	2	1	0	2	1
158 Sharaya Haines	8	3	7	2	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	2
159 Keia McCullough	12	5	9	0	2	2	3	2	4	6	1	0	0	2	12
164 Hannah Holt	2	1	7	0	3	0	0	1	4	5	1	2	1	1	4
166 Meg Dixon	0	0	5	0	3	0	0	1	2	3	0	1	1	1	-1
184 Kayla Byrne	5	1	2	1	2	2	2	2	4	6	2	0	1	0	13
204 Callie Cavanaugh	9	4	7	1	2	0	0	0	1	1	0	1	0	1	7

Game 7: Riga v Prague

Riga - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
44 Jolicia Williams	15	5	12	5	10	0	0	0	2	2	5	2	0	2	15
65 Marissa Hamilton	11	5	13	1	5	0	0	2	4	6	2	0	0	2	9
66 Jacquelyn Levay	8	3	9	2	5	0	0	3	3	6	4	1	0	0	13
90 Ava Jones	14	7	17	0	3	0	0	1	3	4	8	1	1	1	17
113 Charlotte Lowndes	4	2	5	0	2	0	0	2	7	9	4	1	2	0	17
160 Cherita Daugherty	4	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	4	4	2	1	0	0	11
222 Haylee Saurette	17	8	17	1	4	0	1	5	10	15	3	1	0	1	25
238 Angela Grant	12	5	9	0	0	2	2	5	10	15	1	0	5	1	28

Prague - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
1 Fiona Wilson	5	2	8	1	5	0	0	0	3	3	0	0	0	0	2
107 Claire Dechet	0	0	5	0	0	0	0	2	1	3	2	0	0	0	0
130 Destiney Amaefula	0	0	9	0	3	0	0	2	1	3	0	2	0	0	-4
195 Ajanae Thomas	6	2	9	0	1	2	3	3	3	6	1	0	0	1	4
207 Julia Schatkowsky	4	2	9	0	2	0	0	3	6	9	0	0	3	0	9
224 Paige Powell	4	2	10	0	0	0	0	2	3	5	2	1	1	2	3
245 Paris Harris	2	1	12	0	7	0	0	0	2	2	0	0	1	3	-9
266 Gianna Gotti	13	6	15	1	3	0	0	1	4	5	1	1	3	4	10

Game 8: Naples v Zurich

Naples - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
19 Crystal Rios	7	3	8	1	5	0	0	2	0	2	1	3	1	1	8
111 KK White	13	6	9	1	3	0	1	0	3	3	3	0	0	1	14
114 Ashia McCalla	23	10	16	3	5	0	0	1	6	7	6	0	0	3	27
151 Amal Mahmoud	4	2	4	0	1	0	0	1	4	5	2	1	1	2	9
161 Alexandra Harrison	9	4	5	1	2	0	0	2	0	2	2	0	0	1	11
169 Chinna Fair	15	6	11	3	7	0	0	2	4	6	2	2	1	1	20
211 Erin Stroberg	8	4	10	0	2	0	4	1	6	7	0	1	0	0	6
219 Breleigh Gula	5	2	8	0	1	1	3	3	5	8	0	1	0	1	5

Zurich - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
12 Bre Price	12	6	9	0	1	0	0	2	5	7	0	0	0	3	13
54 Divine Tanks	2	1	8	0	1	0	0	2	6	8	0	2	0	1	4
84 Stephanie Guihon	12	5	11	0	1	2	2	0	5	5	7	3	0	3	18
116 Faith Ross	0	0	4	0	3	0	2	0	2	2	2	1	1	0	0
117 Audrey McElhaney	12	5	9	0	0	2	2	7	1	8	1	0	0	1	16
192 Taylor Dillard	7	2	8	1	3	2	2	0	0	0	4	0	0	1	4
212 Vasha Moore	7	3	6	1	3	0	0	0	4	4	0	1	0	2	7
227 Taysha Bender	15	6	15	3	9	0	0	0	1	1	0	1	0	1	7

Game 9: Dublin v Taiwan

Dublin - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
25 Chasity Spady	6	3	13	0	2	0	1	1	9	10	1	0	0	3	3
62 Krystan Vornes	5	2	7	1	1	0	0	2	5	7	1	0	2	1	9
154 Machia Hairston	7	2	7	0	1	3	4	5	7	12	5	1	1	2	18
182 Kyla Allison	10	4	11	1	6	1	1	0	0	0	1	0	0	1	3
190 Catessa Duran	5	2	7	1	2	0	0	1	1	2	1	1	1	1	4
194 Kristin Herndon	8	4	7	0	0	0	1	1	5	6	1	0	2	0	13
220 Stefanie Berberabe	9	4	10	1	2	0	0	1	3	4	2	3	0	2	10
242 Mandi Kawaha	5	2	6	1	3	0	0	0	4	4	3	2	0	2	8

Taiwan - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
11 Janika Griffith-Wallace	12	5	13	2	9	0	0	1	3	4	0	3	1	3	9
24 Jzane Cavalli-Money	2	1	7	0	4	0	0	2	3	5	0	2	0	2	1
92 Mycah McDonald	4	2	7	0	4	0	0	0	2	2	0	0	0	0	1
99 Markeysha Coleman	2	1	3	0	1	0	0	1	1	2	0	1	0	2	1
136 Ashiala Jackson	6	2	13	0	0	2	2	1	3	4	1	1	0	0	1
208 Morgan Smith	4	2	8	0	0	0	0	2	5	7	0	0	3	0	8
215 Taylor Dunn	2	0	6	0	6	2	2	0	4	4	0	1	1	2	0
234 Kristina Moore	4	1	7	0	1	2	4	2	8	10	2	3	2	1	12

Game 10: Johannesburg v Florence

Johannesburg - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
51 Sierra Smith	6	3	6	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	1	2	4
70 Christianna Crooks	8	3	5	2	4	0	0	0	2	3	0	0	0	2	7
76 Vivian Woo	8	3	8	2	6	0	1	1	2	3	4	0	0	2	7
139 Jada Camacho	15	5	8	3	4	2	2	2	2	4	2	2	3	3	20
165 Brooke Bigott	2	0	4	0	4	2	2	0	7	7	3	1	1	5	5
168 Erika Nettles	2	1	4	0	0	0	0	1	3	4	2	1	0	0	6
200 Abby Streeter	25	9	13	7	10	0	1	0	1	1	3	0	0	2	22
228 Neely Trenshaw	0	0	4	0	2	0	0	0	3	3	3	0	0	2	0

Florence - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
2 Lauren Golding	19	9	13	1	2	0	0	3	3	6	2	2	2	0	27
48 Jehiah Cook	8	3	10	0	2	2	4	2	1	3	6	1	0	2	7
73 Aaliyah Prince	6	3	6	0	0	0	0	1	1	2	2	1	0	3	5
123 Tess Amundsen	12	3	10	1	5	5	5	1	3	4	0	2	0	0	11
124 Arriana Manzay	12	4	6	0	0	4	4	1	2	3	0	2	0	2	13
125 Ayanna Mazyck	3	1	8	1	4	0	1	1	3	4	1	1	0	0	1
196 Carissa Moody	10	4	4	2	2	0	0	1	2	3	1	1	0	2	13
235 Cierra Brown	0	0	7	0	5	0	0	1	4	5	4	1	1	1	3

Sunday April 2nd Games

Game 1: Naples v Johannesburg

Naples - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
12 Bre Price	7	3	8	0	0	1	1	0	5	5	2	1	0	0	10
13 Karon Williams	12	4	10	2	5	2	2	0	0	0	2	1	0	3	6
19 Crystal Rios	5	1	5	1	3	2	2	0	0	0	0	3	1	0	5
48 Jehiah Cook	4	2	10	0	3	0	0	2	6	8	3	2	0	8	1
117 Audrey McElhaney	8	3	4	0	0	2	3	4	1	5	0	0	0	3	8
160 Cherita Daugherty	8	2	4	2	3	2	2	0	4	4	2	2	0	3	11
211 Erin Stroberg	6	3	8	0	1	0	0	3	2	5	1	1	0	0	8

Johannesburg - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
63 Niyah Becker	14	6	14	1	3	1	2	3	2	5	2	1	1	2	12
68 Kacey Gardner	4	2	2	0	0	0	0	2	3	5	2	2	0	3	10
122 Lauryn Pointer	16	5	14	4	11	2	3	1	2	3	3	3	0	3	12
156 Mikayla Mabie	0	0	2	0	1	0	0	1	0	1	9	3	0	0	11
161 Alexandra Harrison	7	2	5	1	4	2	3	0	2	2	1	0	0	2	4
165 Brooke Bigott	5	2	6	1	3	0	0	4	2	6	1	0	1	3	6
196 Carissa Moody	4	2	6	0	3	0	0	1	5	6	1	1	0	1	7
222 Haylee Saurette	5	2	4	1	2	0	0	0	2	2	1	3	0	0	9

Game 2: Doha v Stockholm

Doha - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
28 Paige Powell	12	5	11	0	0	2	2	2	2	4	1	1	0	2	10
84 Stephanie Guihon	3	1	10	1	4	0	0	0	0	0	3	1	0	1	-3
98 Mackenzie Smith	4	2	8	0	1	0	0	0	2	2	1	0	0	1	0
154 Machia Hairston	2	1	5	0	1	0	0	1	2	3	0	0	0	2	-1
167 Aerihna Afoa	8	3	8	2	5	0	0	1	7	8	3	0	0	3	11
182 Kyla Allison	6	3	6	0	2	0	0	0	4	4	2	0	0	2	7
191 Sylwia Harda	3	1	2	1	1	0	1	2	5	7	1	0	0	1	8
216 Kirsten Abo	7	2	4	1	3	2	2	0	2	2	1	0	0	2	6

Stockholm - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
3 Bailey Tabin	6	3	5	0	1	0	0	3	4	7	2	0	0	1	12
11 Janika Griffith-Wallace	15	6	6	3	3	0	0	0	1	1	4	1	0	1	20
70 Christianna Crooks	3	1	10	1	5	0	1	0	3	3	3	3	0	1	1
123 Tess Amundsen	10	4	14	2	8	0	0	0	5	5	3	2	0	0	10
139 Jada Camacho	15	6	11	1	5	2	2	3	4	7	0	1	0	0	18
164 Hannah Holt	8	4	8	0	0	0	0	2	1	3	0	0	0	0	7
188 Charisse Fairley	8	4	8	0	2	0	1	4	8	12	3	0	0	2	16
195 Ajanae Thomas	6	2	4	0	1	2	2	0	0	0	2	0	0	0	6

Game 3: Dublin v Riga

Dublin - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
25 Chasity Spady	6	3	13	0	3	0	2	3	2	5	0	1	0	1	-1
62 Krystan Vornes	10	5	11	0	0	0	1	5	6	11	0	0	0	2	12
99 Markeysha Coleman	4	1	2	0	1	2	2	0	2	2	1	0	1	1	6
125 Ayanna Mazyck	7	3	12	1	8	0	0	5	2	7	1	0	0	0	6
132 Kasey Gagan	3	1	9	0	5	1	1	0	7	7	4	1	2	3	6
184 Kayla Byrne	9	2	9	1	5	4	4	1	4	5	2	0	0	0	9
189 Sandra Cannady	20	8	11	2	3	2	2	2	4	6	1	1	1	3	23

Riga - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
44 Jolicia Williams	11	4	9	3	7	0	0	1	3	4	3	0	0	1	12
66 Jacquelyn Levay	2	0	6	0	2	2	4	0	5	5	3	1	0	1	2
90 Ava Jones	5	2	9	1	2	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	0	2	-1
126 Regan Schenck	8	4	8	0	2	0	0	0	4	4	3	1	0	2	10
153 Jasmine Cotton	5	2	4	1	1	0	0	0	3	3	1	0	0	0	7
169 Chinna Fair	11	4	11	3	6	0	0	2	0	2	0	2	3	0	11
234 Kristina Moore	5	2	6	1	3	0	0	1	2	3	1	1	1	1	6
238 Angela Grant	8	2	6	0	0	4	4	4	3	7	0	0	1	1	11

Game 4: Stockholm v Dublin

Stockholm - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
3 Bailey Tabin	4	1	10	0	0	2	2	3	6	9	0	2	1	2	5
11 Janika Griffith-Wallace	6	2	11	2	7	0	0	2	1	3	6	0	0	1	5
70 Christianna Crooks	3	1	6	1	5	0	0	0	1	1	0	1	0	1	-1
123 Tess Amundsen	5	1	4	1	3	2	2	1	0	1	1	0	1	1	4
139 Jada Camacho	13	4	12	3	6	2	2	5	6	11	0	1	3	3	17
164 Hannah Holt	6	3	10	0	1	0	0	1	3	4	3	2	0	0	8
188 Charisse Fairley	8	4	8	0	0	0	0	2	2	4	0	2	0	3	7
195 Ajanae Thomas	0	0	2	0	2	0	0	1	1	2	1	0	0	1	0

Dublin - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
25 Chasity Spady	6	2	8	0	1	2	3	0	3	3	2	0	0	3	1
62 Krystan Vornes	6	3	7	0	1	0	0	1	3	4	0	0	1	2	5
99 Markeysha Coleman	0	0	4	0	1	0	0	1	1	2	5	2	0	0	5
125 Ayanna Mazyck	5	2	9	1	4	0	0	0	5	5	2	0	0	2	2
132 Kasey Gagan	17	6	10	5	6	0	0	0	2	2	3	0	0	4	14
184 Kayla Byrne	8	2	6	2	6	2	2	0	6	6	2	1	0	0	13
189 Sandra Cannady	14	6	10	0	2	2	2	4	4	8	0	3	1	2	20

Game 5: Prague v Johannesburg

Prague - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
1 Fiona Wilson	0	0	2	0	2	0	0	1	1	2	1	2	1	1	3
51 Sierra Smith	8	4	8	0	0	0	0	6	7	13	0	1	1	5	14
130 Destiney Amaefula	12	5	12	2	6	0	0	1	2	3	1	1	0	2	8
151 Amal Mahmoud	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	0	3	-2
200 Abby Streeter	9	4	9	1	6	0	0	1	3	4	4	0	2	1	13
215 Taylor Dunn	0	0	4	0	3	0	0	0	5	5	1	1	0	2	1
240 Ayana Emmanuel	16	7	16	2	4	0	2	2	3	5	2	3	2	1	16
242 Mandi Kawaha	5	1	6	1	3	2	2	2	2	4	3	1	0	2	6

Johannesburg - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
63 Niyah Becker	10	4	12	0	1	2	2	1	2	3	0	2	0	2	5
68 Kacey Gardner	2	0	2	0	0	2	4	1	0	1	4	0	0	2	1
122 Lauryn Pointer	11	4	8	3	5	0	0	1	2	3	1	0	0	1	10
156 Mikayla Mabie	0	0	2	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	5	1	0	2	3
161 Alexandra Harrison	4	1	6	0	4	2	2	0	4	4	1	0	0	2	2
165 Brooke Bigott	8	2	7	2	5	2	2	1	3	4	5	1	0	1	12
196 Carissa Moody	7	3	6	0	0	1	1	0	2	2	1	1	1	1	8
222 Haylee Saurette	15	6	11	3	7	0	0	0	4	4	1	2	0	2	15

Game 6: Doha v Naples

Doha - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
28 Paige Powell	8	3	8	0	0	2	2	3	0	3	1	0	1	0	8
84 Stephanie Guihon	8	3	7	0	0	2	2	0	1	1	3	0	0	0	8
98 Mackenzie Smith	6	2	7	0	0	2	2	0	7	7	1	2	2	5	8
167 Aerihna Afoa	0	0	6	0	2	0	2	1	1	2	0	1	0	0	-5
182 Kyla Allison	8	3	10	0	4	2	2	0	1	1	0	2	1	3	2
191 Sylwia Harda	2	1	2	0	0	0	2	1	3	4	1	0	1	3	2
216 Kirsten Abo	0	0	3	0	1	0	2	0	2	2	0	1	0	3	-5

Naples - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
12 Bre Price	8	4	7	0	0	0	0	1	4	5	1	1	1	1	12
13 Karon Williams	3	1	8	1	4	0	0	1	2	3	7	3	0	1	8
19 Crystal Rios	7	3	7	1	4	0	0	0	4	4	1	2	0	3	7
117 Audrey McElhaney	20	9	12	0	0	2	3	2	2	4	0	3	0	1	22
126 Regan Schenck	14	6	10	1	3	1	2	0	0	0	7	2	1	3	16
154 Machia Hairston	2	1	1	0	0	0	2	2	5	7	0	0	1	0	8
211 Erin Stroberg	10	4	11	0	1	2	3	5	7	12	1	1	1	2	15

Game 7: Riga v Prague

Riga - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
44 Jolicia Williams	5	1	7	1	7	2	2	0	2	2	3	1	0	2	3
66 Jacquelyn Levay	5	2	7	1	5	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	0	1	1
90 Ava Jones	9	2	5	1	4	4	4	0	3	3	5	0	0	1	13
126 Regan Schenck	2	1	2	0	0	0	0	1	3	4	4	1	0	1	9
153 Jasmine Cotton	3	1	7	1	2	0	0	0	6	6	1	1	1	1	5
169 Chinna Fair	14	5	15	2	9	2	2	0	2	2	4	0	1	1	10
234 Kristina Moore	16	5	8	4	7	2	2	0	4	4	0	1	0	3	15
238 Angela Grant	17	7	9	0	0	3	3	4	2	6	0	1	1	0	23

Prague - Eurobasket Roster

Athlete	Pts	FGM	FGA	3FGM	3FGA	FTM	FTA	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PER
1 Fiona Wilson	10	4	6	2	4	0	0	0	3	3	1	0	0	1	11
51 Sierra Smith	6	3	5	0	0	0	0	1	2	3	2	2	3	4	10
130 Destiney Amaefula	10	4	9	0	5	2	2	0	0	0	1	1	0	0	7
151 Amal Mahmoud	8	3	4	0	0	2	2	0	10	10	4	1	0	2	20
200 Abby Streeter	5	2	8	1	6	0	0	0	4	4	3	0	0	3	3
215 Taylor Dunn	5	2	4	1	3	0	0	0	3	3	3	3	0	2	10
240 Ayana Emmanuel	17	8	16	1	3	0	1	3	3	6	1	1	0	1	15
242 Mandi Kawaha	9	4	5	1	2	0	0	0	0	0	4	0	0	0	12

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EUROCUP

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Dejza JAMES

Grengewald
(185-F-1995)
Avg: 20.5

20.5

20.3

20.2

20.1

19.7

Round 1 of Finals. Lyon cruise past Galatasaray - by Eurobasket News

Lyon - Galatasaray 95-56

The game without a history. Lyon led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American-French forward Gabrielle Williams (180-1996, college: UConn) fired 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Marine Johannes (174-1995) chipped in 25 points and 4 assists. Four Lyon players scored in double figures. American center Teaira McCowan (201-1996, college: MSU) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and Russian-American point guard Epiphanny Prince (175-1988, college: Rutgers) added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side.
Top scorers:
Lyon: M.Johannes 25+2reb+4ast, G.Williams 20+6reb+5ast, B.Dietrick 14+2reb+3ast, A.Chartereau 11+3reb+3ast, L.Quevedo 9+3reb+2ast, S.Gruda 6+10reb+3ast
Galatasaray: T.McCowan 12+12reb+1ast, E.Prince 11+6reb+4ast, K.Nacickaite 9+3reb+2ast, A.Jurjane 9+3reb+1ast, I.Alben 9+3reb+2ast, A.Stevens 6+2reb+4ast

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FINLAND

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Iimar''i THOMAS

ToPo
(178-F-2000)
Avg: 26.6

26.6

26.5

24.8

21.1

20.8

Korisliiga Round 2 of Semi-Finals. FoA and ViVe record victories - by Eurobasket News

FoA - PeKa 84-73

The game was mostly controlled by Forssan Alku. Peli-Karhut managed to win third quarter 25-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Forssan Alku forced 21 Peli-Karhut turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Jade Vega (165-1997, college: CS Fullerton) who scored 20 points, 6 assists and 8 steals. The other American import forward Bre Gunnels (185-1999, college: UNI) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Four Forssan Alku players scored in double figures. Forssan Alku's coach Juri Heinamaki used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. U.S. Virgin Islands-American swingman Natalie Day (182-1990, college: Portland) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds and American guard Donica Cosby (172-1988, college: Okla City) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests.
Top scorers:
FoA: J.Vega 20+4reb+6ast, B.Gunnels 18+7reb+3ast, C.Thompson 17+6reb+2ast, S.Viita 13+3reb+4ast, S.Rokkanen 7+5reb+5ast, K.Mimmi 4+1ast
PeKa: N.Day 24+13reb+3ast, D.Cosby 15+6reb+3ast, R.Kosonen 12+8reb+1ast, L.Vehka-Aho 8+1reb+1ast, R.Lehtoranta 8+4reb+3ast, R.Timbilla 6+6reb+4ast

ViVe - ToPo 88-81

Torpan Pojat was ahead by 1 point at the halftime before a 45-37 second half run of Vimpelin Veto. The game was dominated by American players. Power forward Kristina King (190-1995, college: WVU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Five Vimpelin Veto players scored in double figures. Forward Iimari Thomas (178-2000, college: UCLA) replied with 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and guard Iggy Allen (180-1998, college: ODU) added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Torpan Pojat.
Top scorers:
ViVe: K.King 24+8reb+4ast, T.Martin 18+4reb+3ast, A.Wittinger 16+14reb+1ast, A.Kujala 11+1reb+1ast, R.Kujala 10+2reb+3ast, T.Anttonen 7+1reb
ToPo: I.Thomas 33+5reb+3ast, I.Allen 11+8reb+1ast, E.Pekonen 10+3reb, K.Meri 9+2reb+3ast, M.Agyei 8+7reb+1ast, K.Saana 5+3reb+1ast

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GREECE

A1 Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Megan GUSTAFSON

Olym.
(190-F-1996)
Avg: 21.3

21.3

21.0

20.9

18.6

17.7

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HOLLAND

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Marlou DE KLEIJN

Binn.
(183-G-1992)
Avg: 21.5

21.5

19.5

19.3

16.6

16.5

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HUNGARY

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Aaryn ELLENBERG-WILEY

UNI
(168-PG-1992)
Avg: 18.5

18.5

17.5

17.3

17.2

16.9

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ICELAND

D1 Round 1 of Finals. Stjarnan record first win - by Eurobasket News

Stjarnan - Thor AK 94-80

Starnan held off Thor AK to take the lead in the Finals. The game was mostly controlled by Stjarnan. Thor AK managed to win second period 24-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Stjarnan forced 25 Thor AK turnovers. Strangely Thor AK outrebounded Stjarnan 47-28 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. International guard Dilja Larusdottir (172-2003) stepped up and scored 26 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and point guard Isold Saevarsdottir (165-2007) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists. At the losing side American forward Maddie Sutton (180-1998, college: Tusculum) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 20 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Eva Eliasdottir (169-2004) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. 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:
Stjarnan: L.Dilja 26+6reb+2ast, S.Isold 20+2reb+4ast, O.Bara 16, R.Popplewell 11+7reb+6ast, A.Kolbrun 8+5reb+4ast, H.Heidrun 6+2reb+2ast
Thor AK: M.Sutton 23+20reb+6ast, E.Eva 18+6reb+3ast, H.Karen 12, H.Ottosdottir 10+2reb+2ast, S.Emma 6+4reb, T.Poyraz 6+10reb+4ast

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ITALY

Best players of Italian Serie A2 round 24 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Naturalized Paraguayan Paola Ferrari (178-G/F-1985) had a great game in the last round for league's second-best Battipaglia and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Serie A2 Player of the Week award for round 24.
The 37-year old swingman had the game-high 34 points adding eight rebounds and four assists for Battipaglia in her team's victory, helping them to beat Roseto (#14, 4-19) 76-71. Battipaglia maintains the 2nd position in their group in Italian Serie A2. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Battipaglia will need more victories to improve their 17-7 record. In the team's last game Ferrari had a remarkable eight three-pointers out of 13 attempts. She just recently signed at Battipaglia, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Paola Ferrari averages this season 20.8ppg and 7.0rpg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was Irish guard Anna Kelly (169-G) of Roseto. Kelly impressed basketball fans with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Roseto lost that game 71-76 to the higher-ranked Battipaglia (#2, 17-7). This loss caused Roseto to drop to 14th position in South. 19 lost games are too many comparing to just four victories Roseto managed to get this year. Kelly is a newcomer at Roseto and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.3ppg (#4). She also registered 7.0 boards per game.

The third best performed player last round was Ilaria Moriconi (165-G-2000) of Alpo (#7). Moriconi showcased her all-around game by recording 18 points, five rebounds and eight assists in the last round. She was a key player of Alpo, leading her team to a 91-59 easy win against the lower-ranked Bolzano AV (#14, 4-20). The chances of Alpo ranking at the top of North, however are very questionable as they have already lost 13 games, recording just eleven victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Moriconi could help Alpo to bring them higher in the standings. Moriconi has a great season in Italy. After 25 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 3.6apg (7th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Silvia Colognesi (182-F/C-2002) of La Spezia - 15 points and 18 rebounds
5. Amanda Tivenius (182-G/F-1996) of Ponzano - 18 points and 12 rebounds
6. Veronica Perini (175-G-1988) of Vigarano - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Aneta Kotnis (186-PF-1989) of Bolzano BC - 22 points and 9 rebounds
8. Alexandrine Fegue (193-C-1997) of Firenze - 16 points and 11 rebounds
9. Beatrice Stroscio (174-G-2001) of Umbertide - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Francesca D'Angelo (182-F-2001) of Umbertide - 17 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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KUWAIT

Houda Hamrouni (ex Bapco) is a newcomer at Qurain - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Qurain (D1) strengthened their roster with addition of 29-year old Tunisian ex-international 188cm swingman Houda Hamrouni. Hamrouni started the season at Bapco in Bahrain Premier League.

She was a member of Tunisian international program for some years.

Hamrouni was called to Tunisian Senior National Team between 2017 and 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2012.

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LITHUANIA

Stats Leaders - LMKL

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Olga FOMINA

VK-Kamane
(164-PG-1989)
Avg: 24.1

24.1

21.2

20.8

19.8

18.6

Moteru Lyga Round 24: Kibirkstis-VKM gets another victory - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in Moteru Lyga is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 4 rounds. The round 24 was rather boring as all games ended with very predictable results. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Leader Kibirkstis-VKM delivered the twentieth win on Wednesday night. This time they crushed 5th ranked Panevezio (14-8) 82-56 in Panevezys. Kibirkstis-VKM forced 21 Panevezio turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Sintija Aukstikalnyte (175-2006) who scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Eva Pernavaite (171-2005) chipped in 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Vilte Andrunaviciute (178-2004) who recorded 27 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. Kibirkstis-VKM have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 20-2 record. Panevezio at the other side keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Vilnius. Local VK-Kamane (1-20) was outscored by eighth ranked Kedainiu (9-12) 114-64. It was a good game for center Agne Antanaviciute (186-1994) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 19 rebounds and 4 blocks. Loreta Sulimaite contributed with 25 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Kedainiu's coach Gerda Ceckauskiene felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. point guard Olga Fomina (164-1989) replied with 42 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for VK-Kamane. Newly promoted Kedainiu maintains eighth position with 9-12 record. VK-Kamane lost thirteenth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 20 games lost. Kedainiu will play against Vilniaus DPV (#9) at home in the next round. VK-Kamane will play against Patriotes (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 24 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Akmenes P. was crushed by Vilniaus DPV in a road game 74-50. 7bet Vilnius beat LSU-Kaunas at home 95-82. Alytaus destroyed Patriotes on the opponent's court 68-46.
The best stats of 24th round was 20 points and 7 rebounds by Rita Zilinskaite of Alytaus.

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VK-Kamane - Kedainiu 64-114

The game with biggest result difference took place in Vilnius. Local VK-Kamane (1-20) was outscored by eighth ranked Kedainiu (9-12) 114-64. Kedainiu dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to VK-Kamane's 22. They outrebounded VK-Kamane 66-31 including a 23-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Kedainiu players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by VK-Kamane's players. It was a good game for center Agne Antanaviciute (186-1994) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 19 rebounds and 4 blocks. Loreta Sulimaite (172-1998) contributed with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Five Kedainiu players scored in double figures. Kedainiu's coach Gerda Ceckauskiene felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Olga Fomina (164-1989) replied with 42 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and forward Viktorija Matuleviciute (180-2000) added 16 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for VK-Kamane. Newly promoted Kedainiu maintains eighth position with 9-12 record. VK-Kamane lost thirteenth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 20 games lost. Kedainiu will play against Vilniaus DPV (#9) at home in the next round. VK-Kamane will play against Patriotes (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
VK-Kamane: O.Fomina 42+7reb+1ast, M.Viktorija 16+10reb+2ast, K.Selina 3+1reb, K.Ziedune 3+4reb, T.Ieva 0+3reb+2ast, F.Laura 0+6reb
Kedainiu: L.Sulimaite 25+12reb+2ast, A.Antanaviciute 20+19reb+3ast, E.Kurilkiniene 15+4reb+7ast, B.Turskyte 12+14reb+6ast, A.Aurelija 11+5reb+3ast, A.Ieva 9+3ast

Vilniaus DPV - Akmenes P. 74-50

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Akmenes P.'s (3-16) road loss to ninth ranked Vilniaus DPV (6-11) 50-74. Vilniaus DPV outrebounded Akmenes P. 56-38 including a 23-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a good game for guard Kamile Ziedelyte (176-2000) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Akvile Kacerauskaite (172-1999) contributed with 22 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Guard Diana Baluzyte (171-1979) replied with 21 points and 8 rebounds and swingman Ruta Silinyte (172-1993) added 12 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals in the effort for Akmenes P.Newly promoted Vilniaus DPV maintains ninth position with 6-11 record. Akmenes P. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 16 games lost. Vilniaus DPV's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Vilniaus Vilniaus univ..
Top scorers:
Akmenes P.: B.Diana 21+8reb+1ast, R.Silinyte 12+7reb+7ast, N.Liveta 11+3reb+1ast, J.Auguste 4+2reb, B.Ugne 2+5reb, Z.Gabriele 0+4reb+2ast
Vilniaus DPV: A.Kacerauskaite 22+8reb+2ast, K.Ziedelyte 22+12reb+6ast, R.Sakickaite 10+12reb+2ast, S.Gudinskaite 8+5reb+3ast, B.Beatrice 6+6reb, K.Vasilevskaite 6+8reb+1ast

7bet Vilnius - LSU-Kaunas 95-82

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked 7bet Vilnius (15-6) defeated at home 6th ranked LSU-Kaunas (13-7) 95-82. They outrebounded LSU-Kaunas 48-24 including a 16-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. 7bet Vilnius players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was a good game for the former international center Kristina Grige (204-1990) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Forward Ugne Kucinskaite (182-2001) contributed with 16 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals for the winners. Five 7bet Vilnius players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Audrone Zdaneviciute (166-2003) replied with 22 points and forward Daniele Pakulyte (179-2004) added 22 points in the effort for LSU-Kaunas. LSU-Kaunas' coach Kornelija Balciunaite rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. 7bet Vilnius have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 15-6 record. LSU-Kaunas lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with seven games lost. 7bet Vilnius will play against Druskininku (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. LSU-Kaunas' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kaunas Kauno-LSMU.
Top scorers:
LSU-Kaunas: A.Zdaneviciute 22+2reb+2ast, P.Daniele 22+2reb+1ast, I.Balciunaite 14+3reb+4ast, V.Keburyte 9+2reb, K.Egle 5+3reb+2ast, D.Luksiene 4+3reb+7ast
7bet Vilnius: E.Mikoliunaite 24+2reb+2ast, K.Ugne 16+6reb+7ast, I.Sventickiene 15+6reb+4ast, K.Grige 14+15reb+3ast, E.Juceviciute 12+15reb+2ast, D.Pabrezaite 11+3reb+2ast

Panevezio - Kibirkstis-VKM 56-82

Leader Kibirkstis-VKM delivered the twentieth win on Wednesday night. This time they crushed 5th ranked Panevezio (14-8) 82-56 in Panevezys. Kibirkstis-VKM forced 21 Panevezio turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Sintija Aukstikalnyte (175-2006) who scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Eva Pernavaite (171-2005) chipped in 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Vilte Andrunaviciute (178-2004) who recorded 27 points and Kamile Zukaite (178-2004) added 7 points and 7 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Kibirkstis-VKM have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 20-2 record. Panevezio at the other side keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Panevezio: A.Vilte 27+4reb+3ast, J.Bungaite 8+4reb+5ast, Z.Kamile 7+7reb+3ast, K.Brigita 6+1reb, R.Austeja 6+6reb+3ast, J.Goda 2+5reb
Kibirkstis-VKM: A.Sintija 20+5reb+2ast, P.Eva 20+1reb+3ast, G.Ugne 15+7reb+1ast, S.Gabija 8+8ast, S.Gabriele 6+8reb+3ast, B.Gintare 6+1reb

Patriotes - Alytaus 46-68

Very expected game in Kaunas where 11th ranked Patriotes (3-18) was rolled over by second ranked Alytaus (18-3) 68-46. It was a good game for guard Rita Zilinskaite (175-1992) who led her team to a victory with 20 points and 7 rebounds. The former international Rasa Zemantauskaite-Matla (176-1981) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Ukrainian guard Marta Sedelnikova (173-1986) replied with 16 points and 5 rebounds and forward Deimante Naruseviciute (177-1983) added 8 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Patriotes. Patriotes' coach Andrius Vaicekauskas gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Alytaus maintains second position with 18-3 record having just three points less than leader Kibirkstis-MRU. Patriotes lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with 18 games lost. Alytaus will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Patriotes will play on the road against VK-Kamane (#13) in Vilnius and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Patriotes: M.Sedelnikova 16+5reb+3ast, A.Valkiuniene 10+3reb, D.Naruseviciute 8+7reb, J.Burbaite-Maciuliene 4+8reb, J.Segzdaite 2+2reb+3ast, N.Deimante 2+3reb
Alytaus: R.Zilinskaite 20+7reb, R.Zemantauskaite-Matla 14+9reb+1ast, S.Viktorija 9+3reb, T.Migle 8+5reb+1ast, M.Sauliute 8+2reb+7ast, B.Gerda 5+1reb

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LUXEMBOURG

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

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RPG

APG

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BPG

Jaiamoni WELCH-COLEMAN

Etze.
(165-G-1997)
Avg: 28.9

28.9

28.0

26.3

25.5

25.1

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MOROCCO

D1 Round 20: KACM lose to FAR - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most important game in the last round took place in Marrakech between second ranked KACM (13-3) and fourth ranked FAR (11-3) on Monday night. KACM was defeated by FAR in a tough game at home 57-62. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of KACM. FAR have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 11-3 record. KACM at the other side keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with MTB.
An interesting game for RCOZ (7-8) which played road game in Casablanca against 3rd ranked WAC (6-10). First ranked RCOZ had an easy win 50-29. RCOZ maintains first position with 7-8 record. WAC at the other side keeps the third place with ten games lost.
D1 top team - CODM (7-5) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed seventh ranked OCY (0-13) in Meknes 109-30. CODM maintains first position with 7-5 record. Loser OCY still closes the standings with 13 games lost.

In the last game of round 20 MTB smashed OSC on the road 69-33.

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CODM - OCY 109-30

D1 top team - CODM (7-5) had no problems winning another game on Monday. This time they crushed seventh ranked OCY (0-13) in Meknes 109-30. CODM maintains first position with 7-5 record. Loser OCY still closes the standings with 13 games lost.

OSC - MTB 33-69

No shocking result in a game when third ranked MTB (13-3) crushed 6th ranked OSC (3-12) in Safi 69-33 on Monday. MTB moved-up to second place, which they share with KACM. OSC lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 12 games lost.

WAC - RCOZ 29-50

An interesting game for RCOZ (7-8) which played road game in Casablanca against 3rd ranked WAC (6-10). First ranked RCOZ had an easy win 50-29. RCOZ maintains first position with 7-8 record. WAC at the other side keeps the third place with ten games lost.

KACM - FAR 57-62

The most important game in the last round took place in Marrakech between second ranked KACM (13-3) and fourth ranked FAR (11-3) on Monday night. KACM was defeated by FAR in a tough game at home 57-62. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of KACM. FAR have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 11-3 record. KACM at the other side keeps the second place with three games lost. They share the position with MTB.

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NCAA1

Tim Hays Hired to Lead Waves Hoops Program - by Eurobasket News

The Waves will welcome head coach Tim Hays as the next leader of the Pepperdine women's basketball program, Athletic Director Steve Potts announced on Tuesday. Hays comes to Malibu after a year as an assistant on the University of Colorado women's basketball staff. Before Boulder, he led programs at Southeastern University (NAIA) in Lakeland, Florida and Colorado Christian University (NCAA DII) in Lakewood, Colorado, boasting a 319-113 record as a head coach. "Tim Hays is a great fit to lead our women's basketball program as head coach," Potts said. "His Christian faith and commitment guides his coaching and he has built winning women's basketball programs all along his coaching journey. We are thankful and fortunate that Tim and his wife Crista will be joining our Pepperdine community." At Colorado, Hays helped lead the Buffaloes to a 25-9 season- the best record in 20-plus years- finishing third in the Pac-12 at a #21 national ranking. CU earned multiple top-25 wins, including a run to the NCAA Sweet 16 where they eventually fell to national runner up and home to the 2023 AP Player of the Year Caitlin Clark in #2 Iowa. "My wife Crista and I are extremely happy to be joining the Waves family," Hays said. "The leadership of Steve Potts and Jim Gash in this process has truly shown that Pepperdine is ready to be amongst the elite. We have been overwhelmed by the excitement and passion for the women's basketball program on this campus and feel so blessed to be able to call Malibu our home." While at Colorado, Hays' primary focus was at the point guard position where he coached three Pac-12 All-Conference Team selections as well as coordinated and managed recruiting efforts. From 2016-2022, Hays steered the helm at Southeastern University in Florida where he became the winningest coach in women's basketball program history at a 176-13 record over six seasons. His teams did not record a single loss in Sun Conference play while accruing six 26+ winning seasons- including three 31+ winning years. Throughout his tenure at SEU, his teams won six-straight Sun Conference regular season and tournament championships, resulting in six-straight NAIA National Tournament appearances as well as a championship game showing in 2018-19 and a semifinal game in 2021-22. Three of his teams were ranked first in the nation (2017-18, 2019-20 and 2021-22) and 31 of his players earned All-Sun Conference Team selections. In his first collegiate head coaching stint, Hays led the Colorado Christian women to a 142-50 record over eight seasons and holds the title for winningest coach at CCU as well- in fact, Hays was inducted into the school's Hall of Fame in 2021. Under his tutelage, the Cougars would win the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) National Championship in 2012 before leading the program to its first Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Tournament championship in 2014-15 and just the second NCAA DII National Tournament berth in program history. Hays wrapped up his time at CCU having garnered two RMAC Tournament championships, two NCAA Tournament appearances and was named the RMAC East Division Coach of the Year in 2009-10. 18 of his players were named to RMAC All-Conference Teams, as well as three Defensive Players of the Year, two Freshmen of the Year and one Player of the Year accolades. Prior to 2008, Hays worked and lived in Australia where he coached the Women's National Basketball League's Canberra Capitals and the Australian Basketball Association's Launceston Tornadoes after two stints as an assistant at Montana State and Meridian High School in Idaho. Hays began his playing career at Boise State before finishing up at Northwest Nazarene in Nampa, Idaho in 2002, graduating with a bachelor's degree in social work. Hays is married to his wife Crista who played at Boise State and professionally in Australia. "We are ready to take this incredible group of women and make this a premier program in the WCC and on the national stage," Hays said. "This is a special place with phenomenal people and the most beautiful campus in the country -this is going to be fun!"
Courtesy of: pepperdinewaves.com

Jessica Timmons will continue her college career at Alabama - by Eurobasket News

The University of Alabama inked 5-8 guard Jessica Timmons. Charlotte (NC) native played for the last two years at North Carolina State University. In 18 games she averaged 3.1ppg and 1.2rpg last season. Her team won ACC Regular Season Championship and ACC Tournament and Wolfpack made it to the NCAA Elite Eight in 2022.
Timmons has played high school basketball at North Mecklenburg in Huntersville, NC, which she graduated in 2021.

(via @raoul_000)

Toledo signs Tricia Cullop to contract extension through 2029-30 season - by Eurobasket News

It appears Tricia Cullop isn't leaving the Glass City anytime soon. The University of Toledo announced Wednesday it has signed Cullop to a contract extension that runs through the 2029-30 season. She led the Rockets to a Mid-American Conference tournament title this season before beating Iowa State in the first round of the Women's NCAA tournament. "We are very pleased to extend coach Cullop's contract through the 2029-30 season," athletic director Bryan Blair said. "Tricia is one of the best women's basketball coaches in the country, but she is so much more than that. She has helped build a winning program that is competing amongst the best nationally, as exemplified by this year's NCAA tournament success. "Furthermore, she is a key cog in our community and an amazing mentor to the young women in our program, both on and off the basketball court. We are very fortunate to have her as the leader of our women's basketball program and look forward to her leadership for many years to come." Terms of the extension were not disclosed. The Rockets won a school-record 29 games in 2022-23 for the fourth time in Cullop's tenure. UT's 80-73 upset win over Iowa State was the program's first NCAA tournament victory since 1996. "I am extremely honored to not only be the head women's basketball coach at the University of Toledo, but to be given the trust and vote of confidence by our administration to lead it for many years to come," Cullop said. "It is truly a joy to work with such a special team and talented staff. We will continue to do everything in our power to make the University of Toledo, our fans, and our alumni proud. "We are blessed to have a passionate fan base cheering us on every night. I am grateful to Dr. Postel and Bryan Blair for their continued support and commitment to me and our program. We are already excited for next year." Cullop's team also won the regular season MAC title this year for the fourth time. She was named MAC coach of the year following the season for the fifth time. Cullop was hired in 2008. Her record at Toledo is 325-163 (177-87) and she is the program's all-time wins leader.
Courtesy of: wtol.com

Syracuse inks Dominique Campos - by Eurobasket News

Syracuse University agreed terms with 24-year old guard Dominique Campos (5'8''). Laredo (TX) native moved there from The University of Akron where she played only for one year. In 30 games she had 10.8ppg, 3.2rpg, 3.7apg and 2.4spg.
The previous (2021-22) season she played at The University of Buffalo. In 34 games she recorded 4.6ppg, 2.7rpg, 3.9apg and 1.4spg in that year. Campos' team ended regular season as a second best place in MAC and Akron won MAC Tournament that year.
Campos played also at Sinclair Community College in 2016-2017, Team Belgium in 2020, Texas Lutheran University in 2017-2020, Troy University in 2020-2021 and then at The University of Buffalo in 2021-2022. Her team won Sun Belt East Division Regular Season Championship and Sun Belt Tournament in 2021. Campos' team ended regular season as a second best place in MAC and Akron won MAC Tournament that year.
She graduated J.B. Alexander High School (Laredo, TX) in 2016, which she joined from Lakota West High.
Campos was named to MAC All-Defensive Team in 2023.
She is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league on the market.

(via @raoul_000)

Ellie Taylor will continue her college career at Radford - by Eurobasket News

Radford University landed 5-10 guard Ellie Taylor. Bardstown (KY) native played for the last three years at Northern Kentucky University. But in 21 games she averaged just 2.0ppg last season. Norse made it to the Horizon League Tournament Semifinals this year.
Taylor has played high school basketball at Elizabethtown (KY) High, which she graduated in 2020. (via @raoul_000)

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POLAND

Stats Leaders - PLKK

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Alanna SMITH

Gorzow W
(193-F-1996)
Avg: 21.1

21.1

20.7

19.9

19.7

18.3

1Liga Stats Leaders - by Eurobasket Center

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Dominika ULLMANN

Pol.Gdansk
(170-G-2005)
Avg: 22.6

22.6

19.1

18.6

18.3

18.3

1Liga Round 1 of Play-Offs - by Eurobasket News

GTK Gdynia - Plock 89-60

GTK Gdynia forced 20 Plock turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Power forward Marta Marcinkowska (182-1998) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and forward Wiktoria Stasiak (177-2005) chipped in 20 points and 5 assists. At the losing side forward Joanna Byczkowska (185-2003) responded with 18 points and Dominika Paczoska (168-1999) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Plock's coach Ireneusz Jasinski gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win.
Top scorers:
GTK Gdynia: M.Marcinkowska 29+10reb, S.Wiktoria 20+2reb+5ast, G.Agata 10+2reb+3ast, M.Szulc 10+9reb+2ast, J.Rudzka 8+5reb+4ast, T.Nikola 4+7reb+9ast
Plock: B.Joanna 18+3reb, D.Paczoska 10+7reb+1ast, P.Kaczor 10+2ast, P.Martyna 6+7reb+3ast, E.Canert 5+6reb+1ast, L.Kotonowicz 4+1reb

Pabianice - Olsztyn 87-53

Pabianice dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Olsztyn's 26. Pabianice had a 36-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Olsztyn's players. Point guard Aleksandra Janiak (172-1991) stepped up and scored 30 points and 8 assists for the winners and forward Magdalena Grzelak (185-1991) chipped in 8 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side center Aleksandra Monko (183-1998) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and forward Karolina Gizynska (186-2001) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Olsztyn's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win.
Top scorers:
Pabianice: A.Janiak 30+1reb+8ast, N.Danych 19+4reb+4ast, N.Lopinska 14+7reb+5ast, M.Grzelak 8+16reb+4ast, P.Kirsz 4+1reb+2ast, R.Aleksandra 4+4reb+1ast
Olsztyn: A.Monko 20+7reb+2ast, G.Karolina 14+5reb, S.Marta 8+4reb+2ast, P.Nikola 8+3reb+1ast, K.Gzinka 3+2reb, B.Izabela 0+2reb

Pol.Gdansk - AZS UW 82-52

Pol.Gdansk forced 22 AZS UW turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Guard Dominika Ullmann (170-2005) stepped up and scored 24 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals for the winners and guard Agnieszka Harynska (172-1991) chipped in 13 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists. Four Pol.Gdansk players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Izabela Zdrodowska (185-1998) responded with 18 points and 5 rebounds and guard Julia Jelenczak (171-2002) scored 8 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:
Pol.Gdansk: U.Dominika 24+8reb+8ast, A.Harynska 13+12reb+11ast, W.Julia 13+3reb+3ast, F.Wanesa 13+3reb+1ast, S.Karolina 8+2reb, C.Martyna 4+4reb
AZS UW: I.Zdrodowska 18+5reb+1ast, J.Julia 8+5reb+3ast, N.Bucyk 6+5reb, P.Malgorzata 5+5reb+2ast, J.Marta 5+1reb, W.Karpiszuk 4+2ast

Sokolow P. - AZS UG 77-48

Sokolow P. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to AZS UG's 22 and made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Sokolow P. forced 21 AZS UG turnovers and outrebounded them 41-25 including a 14-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Belarusian Vialeta Kiulyak (187-1996) stepped up and scored 19 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners and power forward Zaneta Szczesniak (180-1992) chipped in 12 points and 13 rebounds. Four Sokolow P. players scored in double figures. Sokolow P.'s coach Maciej Kruszewski felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Klaudia Walkowska (172-2002) responded with 14 points and 4 assists and Daria Ryzinska (184-2003) scored 9 points and 6 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Sokolow P.: V.Kiulyak 19+5reb+4ast, K.Dzierbicka 18+5reb+3ast, A.Iwaniuk 12+1reb+2ast, Z.Szczesniak 12+13reb+2ast, J.Kosalewicz 6+9reb+6ast, K.Platek 6+1reb+4ast
AZS UG: W.Klaudia 14+1reb+4ast, R.Daria 9+6reb+1ast, A.Stepien 8+3reb+1ast, W.Oliwia 7+3reb, K.Ewelina 4+7reb+3ast, P.Alicja 4+4reb+2ast

Rybnik - Pol.Krakow 46-85

Pol.Krakow dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Rybnik's 20. They outrebounded Rybnik 37-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. Forward Weronika Wozniak (180-1998) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds for the winners and power forward Angelika Kuras (183-1992) chipped in 12 points and 9 rebounds. Four Pol.Krakow players scored in double figures. Pol.Krakow's coach Wojciech Downar-Zapolski felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Paulina Majda (172-1999) responded with 13 points and 5 rebounds and power forward Martyna Czyzewska (189-1992) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Pol.Krakow: W.Wozniak 33+8reb+3ast, A.Kuras 12+9reb+2ast, N.Popiol 12+3reb+1ast, N.Lawicka 11+2ast, M.Weronika 6+7reb+9ast, D.Sara 5
Rybnik: P.Majda 13+5reb+1ast, B.Dominika 12+1reb+1ast, M.Czyzewska 11+5reb, B.Jurczynska 6+2reb+2ast, H.Paulina 2+2reb+1ast, R.Natalia 2+5reb+2ast

Poznan MUKS - Katy Wrocl. 76-65

Poznan MUKS looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Katy Wrocl.'s players. Guard Marta Dymala (171-1997) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and 7 steals for the winners and guard Natalia Blaszczak (175-1998) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. At the losing side guard Martyna Pioro (174-1996, college: Davenport) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and forward Agnieszka Lukasik (178-1989) scored 17 points. Five Poznan MUKS and four Katy Wrocl. players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Poznan MUKS: D.Marta 19+11reb+11ast, B.Aleksandra 18+3reb+2ast, N.Blaszczak 14+3reb+6ast, B.Nicola 13+6reb+3ast, P.Klatt 10+3reb+3ast, S.Kornelia 2+6reb+1ast
Katy Wrocl.: A.Lukasik 17+3reb+1ast, T.Patrycja 15+3reb+2ast, M.Pioro 11+11reb+1ast, A.Lata 10+6reb+2ast, L.Barbara 8+7reb+3ast, K.Konstancja 4+4reb

Wisla Krakow - J.Gora 71-49

Wisla Krakow shot 28 for 43 from the free-throw line, while J.Gora only scored ten points from the stripe. Wisla Krakow forced 27 J.Gora turnovers. 28 personal fouls committed by J.Gora helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Martyna Stasiuk (178-1989) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and forward Ewelina Jackowska (187-1993) chipped in 12 points and 4 steals. At the losing side the former international center Martyna Koc (193-1983) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks and Alicja Szloser (179-1997) scored 18 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:
Wisla Krakow: M.Stasiuk 15+13reb+2ast, E.Jackowska 12+4reb+2ast, M.Jasiulewicz 11+4reb+3ast, J.Natkaniec 8+1reb+1ast, P.Kuczynska 7+3reb+2ast, B.Kornelia 5+3reb+4ast
J.Gora: A.Szloser 18+3reb+3ast, M.Koc 16+12reb+1ast, L.Patrycja 12+5reb, P.Aleksandra 3+3reb+2ast, B.Wiktoria 0+1reb+1ast, S.Maja 0+3reb+2ast

Bochnia - Swarzedz 70-55

Bochnia forced 27 Swarzedz turnovers. Guard Magdalena Szkop (164-1999) stepped up and scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and power forward Anna Krawiec (182-1995) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Four Bochnia players scored in double figures. At the losing side Marta Wdowiuk (179-1998) responded with 14 points and 9 rebounds and guard Magdalena Pisera (178-1995) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Top scorers:
Bochnia: A.Plucinska 17+3reb+1ast, A.Krawiec 16+7reb+3ast, M.Szkop 15+6reb+7ast, M.Zuchora 14+1reb+2ast, K.Kocaj 4+7reb+2ast, M.Malinowska 2+5reb
Swarzedz: M.Wdowiuk 14+9reb+2ast, M.Pisera 10+7reb+3ast, M.Ratajczak 10+6reb+1ast, M.Wojdalska 9+2reb+2ast, K.Aleksandra 8+2ast, K.Martyna 2+1reb

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RUSSIA

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Ashley BEVERLY-KELLEY

Dynamo
(168-G-1993)
Avg: 17.4

17.4

14.8

13.6

13.3

13.1

Superleague Stats Leaders - by Eurobasket Center

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Svetlana KRAMAR

Spartak SP
(177-SG-1998)
Avg: 17.9

17.9

16.7

16.0

14.7

14.0

Superleague 1 Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. MBA-2 and Kazanochka enter semis - by Eurobasket News

MBA-2 - Runa 86-65

MBA-2 outrebounded Runa 49-33 including 17 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for Anastasia Bocharova (182-1977) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 19 rebounds. Center Anastasiia Bobrik (185-2001) helped adding 23 points and 9 rebounds. Four MBA-2 players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Eleonora Oleynikova (178-1998) with 21 points and 9 rebounds and center Viktoriya Scherbakova (194-2001) scored 14 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:
MBA-2: A.Bobrik 23+9reb+2ast, A.Bocharova 20+19reb+2ast, E.Alexandra 16+1reb+6ast, K.Elizaveta 10+6reb+1ast, Y.Nadezhda 5+3reb+3ast, V.Yakovleva 5+7reb+3ast
Runa: E.Oleynikova 21+9reb+2ast, S.Viktoriya 14+8reb+2ast, D.Prosolupova 9+3reb+2ast, S.Yulia 7+1reb+3ast, Y.Inkina 4+2reb+2ast, M.Cheremisina 3+3reb+3ast

Kazanochka - Sparta&K-2 V 72-61

Kazanochka made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for point guard Anastaiya Kuplinova (175-1996) who led her team to a victory scoring 9 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Alina Novikova (175-1997) helped adding 19 points. The best for the losing side was guard Sabrina Dovnar-Zapolskaia (169-2003) with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Polina Selezeneva (178-2004, agency: LBM Management) scored 11 points and 5 assists.
Top scorers:
Kazanochka: A.Novikova 19+3reb+2ast, E.Fedotova 17+2reb, L.Karina 15+3reb+1ast, A.Kuplinova 9+8reb+9ast, X.Kovaleva 5+1reb+2ast, A.Kazakova 2+3reb
Sparta&K-2 V: D.Sabrina 15+7reb+4ast, L.Sofia 11+1ast, S.Polina 11+2reb+5ast, K.Karina 8+6reb+1ast, S.Mariya 7+1reb+1ast, S.Sofia 4+6reb+3ast

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SERBIA

Stats Leaders - 1A women

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Dayzsha ROGAN

Spartak S.
(163-G-1999)
Avg: 21.6

21.6

18.7

17.8

17.7

16.7

Orlovi welcomes back Erak - by Zeljko Zule

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SLOVENIA

Stats Leaders - Women

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Sara LOOMIS

Celje
(188-PF-1997)
Avg: 16.5

16.5

16.3

15.5

15.4

14.9

SKL Round 11 (Second Stage): Domzale still not able to record any victory - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Bottom-ranked Domzale is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their tenth consecutive match to fourth ranked Ilrija (5-4) 75-49 on Wednesday evening. The game without a history. Ilrija led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Domzale to just 5 points in first quarter. Ilrija forced 26 Domzale turnovers. Point guard Hana Sambolic (176-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 4 assists. point guard Alina Zitek (181-2005) contributed with 12 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guard Eva Dolanc (175-2004) answered with 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for Domzale. Domzale's coach Tomo Oresnik gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Ilrija have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 5-4 record. Domzale at the other side still closes the standings with ten games lost. Ilrija's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ljubljana Jezica.
The game in Maribor supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Triglav (8-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Maribor (4-7). Triglav smashed Maribor 84-50. It was a great evening for forward Manca Vrecer (178-2002) who led her team to a victory scoring 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists (perfect behind the arc making all six shots !!!). Lara Bubnic helped adding 9 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Spela Brecelj (185-2005) responded with 16 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. Triglav moved-up to second place. Maribor lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost. Triglav will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Maribor will play on the road against Konjice (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 11 Konjice was beaten by Jezica on the road 62-48.

The Round Review is presented by LBM Management. A full-service agency focused on Women's basketball sphere and working worldwide. A global and ethical quality service.

Jezica - Konjice 62-48

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Jezica (7-2) beat 6th ranked Konjice (2-9) in Ljubljana 62-48. The game was mostly controlled by Jezica. Konjice was better in third quarter 22-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Jezica won last quarter 21-9. They also forced 20 Konjice turnovers. It was a great evening for forward Hana Ivanusa (181-2004) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Guard Ana Micunovic (172-2003) helped adding 13 points. Jezica's coach Predrag Milovic used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Marusa Podgrajsek (169-2000) responded with 11 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Hana Ovcina (182-2005) scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. Jezica have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 7-2 record having just two points less than leader Celje. Konjice lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. Jezica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Ljubljana to the arena Ilrija.
Top scorers:
Konjice: V.Zoja 15+3reb+2ast, M.Podgrajsek 11+5reb+6ast, O.Hana 9+9reb+3ast, E.Brdnik 7+3reb+2ast, S.Alja 6+1reb+1ast, T.Cresnik 0+1reb
Jezica: I.Hana 15+10reb+4ast, M.Ana 13+3reb+2ast, H.Masa 9+5reb, E.Micunovic 7+4reb, L.Pamic 6+4reb+1ast, L.Elena 5+1reb

Domzale - Ilrija 49-75

Bottom-ranked Domzale is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their tenth consecutive match to fourth ranked Ilrija (5-4) 75-49 on Wednesday evening. The game without a history. Ilrija led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Domzale to just 5 points in first quarter. Ilrija forced 26 Domzale turnovers. Point guard Hana Sambolic (176-2004) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 4 assists. Point guard Alina Zitek (181-2005) contributed with 12 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guard Eva Dolanc (175-2004) answered with 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Montenegrin guard Ana Markovic (177-2004) added 6 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Domzale. Domzale's coach Tomo Oresnik gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Ilrija have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 5-4 record. Domzale at the other side still closes the standings with ten games lost. Ilrija's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Ljubljana Jezica.
Top scorers:
Domzale: D.Eva 8+5reb+4ast, M.Dasa 8+3reb, B.Spela 8+1reb, T.Sencar 6+3reb, A.Markovic 6+6reb, D.Ana 6+3reb
Ilrija: S.Hana 21+1reb+4ast, S.Jovana 14+5reb, Z.Alina 12+6reb+3ast, S.Sara 6+4reb+3ast, N.Delic 6+6reb+3ast, N.Ilovar 5+1reb

Maribor - Triglav 50-84

The game in Maribor supposed to be also worth to mention about. Third ranked Triglav (8-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Maribor (4-7). Triglav smashed Maribor 84-50. The game without a history. Triglav led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Triglav outrebounded Maribor 51-27 including a 39-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Maribor's players. It was a great evening for forward Manca Vrecer (178-2002) who led her team to a victory scoring 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists (perfect behind the arc making all six shots !!!). Center Lara Bubnic (190-1999) helped adding 9 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Spela Brecelj (185-2005) responded with 16 points and swingman Mia Zeks (175-2004) scored 8 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Triglav moved-up to second place. Maribor lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth position with seven games lost. Triglav will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Maribor will play on the road against Konjice (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Maribor: B.Spela 16+3reb, V.Zoja 9+3reb+1ast, T.Tina 8+1ast, Z.Mia 8+6reb+2ast, M.Tiana 5+2reb+3ast, N.Hocevar 2
Triglav: M.Vrecer 24+7reb+6ast, R.Abramovic 14+6reb+4ast, S.Nina 9+7reb+1ast, L.Bubnic 9+17reb+4ast, G.Kramzar 8+4reb+5ast, A.Saric 6+2reb+1ast

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SPAIN

Stats Leaders - LFB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Sika KONE

Gran Canaria
(190-F/C-2002)
Avg: 17.9

17.9

16.1

15.4

15.2

15.1

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SWEDEN

Play Off brings back Lejla Omerbasic, tabs Brea Elmore, ex Sjuharads - by Zeljko Zule

Damligan Round 2 of Semifinals. Wins for Lulea Basket and Norrkoping - by Eurobasket News

Lulea Basket - Ostersund 98-62

Lulea Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Ostersund's 26. Lulea Basket forced 22 Ostersund turnovers. They shot the lights out from three nailing 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Lulea Basket players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. American players dominated the game. Guard Brooke McCarty-Williams (163-1995, college: Texas) scored 31 points and 4 assists (perfect from downtown making all six shots !!!) to lead the charge for the winners and guard Bria Goss (178-1992, college: Kentucky) chipped in 21 points during the contest. Jessica Kelliher (183-1997, college: Lewis) responded with 9 points and 14 rebounds and guard Hannah Whitish (175-1998, college: Nebraska) scored 8 points and 10 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:
Lulea Basket: B.McCarty-Williams 31+1reb+4ast, B.Goss 21+4reb, F.Wadling 13+4reb+5ast, S.Hagg 11, J.Vesterberg 5+9reb+6ast, F.Ponturo 5+2reb+1ast
Ostersund: M.Lundqvist 11+4reb+2ast, S.Dahlin 9+2reb, J.Kelliher 9+14reb+3ast, H.Whitish 8+10reb+2ast, A.Lundquist 7+1ast, D.Elvbo 5+2ast

Sodertalje - Norrkoping 75-91

Norrkoping outrebounded Sodertalje 35-21 including a 25-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 63.2 percentage. International guard Lovisa Hjern (175-1999) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. American guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) contributed with 20 points and 7 assists for the winners. International guard Klara Lundquist (173-1999) replied with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international power forward Louice Halvarsson (191-1989) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Sodertalje. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Norrkoping: L.Hjern 26+11reb+8ast, A.Held 20+3reb+7ast, S.Pelander 10+6reb, M.Ahlberg 10+2reb, M.Stahl 9+4reb+1ast, B.Harvey-Carr 7+4reb+1ast
Sodertalje: K.Lundquist 24+5reb+4ast, L.Halvarsson 13+5reb+6ast, F.Eldebrink 9+1reb, M.Claesson 6+2ast, A.Dye 6+1reb+2ast, E.Eldebrink 5+4reb+5ast

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SWITZERLAND

LNSA Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Marie FORSYTH

Pully
(185-G-1999)
Avg: 21.5

21.5

18.9

18.8

18.7

18.1

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TUNISIA

Houda Hamrouni (ex Bapco) is a newcomer at Qurain - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Qurain (D1) strengthened their roster with addition of 29-year old Tunisian ex-international 188cm swingman Houda Hamrouni. Hamrouni started the season at Bapco in Bahrain Premier League.

She was a member of Tunisian international program for some years.

Hamrouni was called to Tunisian Senior National Team between 2017 and 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2012.

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TURKEY

Stats Leaders - Women

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Chennedy CARTER

Bursa
(170-PG-1998)
Avg: 24.1

24.1

23.5

23.5

22.0

21.9

Morris number one in Turkish TKBL for round 29 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

American Center Yemiyah Morris (198-C-1998) had a great game in the last round for Elazig Il, receiving a Hoops Agents TKBL Player of the Week award for round 29.
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 37 points and 20 rebounds, while her team crushed Elazig Karabulut (#10, 11-16) with 17-point margin 76-59. Elazig Il maintains the 7th position in Turkish TKBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Elazig Il will need more victories to improve their 16-13 record. In the team's last game Morris had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Elazig Il, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Yemiyah Morris averages this season 21.5ppg and 12.5rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was young American Monique Reid (185-F-1990) of Bogazici. Reid had a very good evening with a double-double of 31 points and 16 rebounds. Of course Bogazici cruised to a 80-70 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked Botas GA (#3, 19-9). Bogazici's 8th position in the standings has not changed. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-15 record. Reid is one of the most experienced players at Bogazici and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was DR Congolese center Mireille Muganza (185-C-1990) of Diba Ankara (#15). Muganza got into 30-points club by scoring 35 points in the last round. She went also for fifteen rebounds . Despite Muganza's great performance Diba Ankara lost 71-81 to Urla (9-19). But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates. Muganza has individually a great season in Turkey. After 21 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 15.6rpg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Tearra Banks (188-C-1995) of Manisa - 26 points and 18 rebounds
5. Akilah Bethel (183-F-1993) of Urla - 25 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Ameryst Alston (175-G-1993) of Elazig Karabulut - 34 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Berfin Sertoglu (171-PG-2004) of Emlak 2 - 29 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Mikayla Cowling (188-F-1996) of Antalya - 18 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Rana Ucar (172-SF-2002) of Botas GA - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Saynur Tozlu (189-PF-1986) of Kirklareli - 3 points, 22 rebounds and 5 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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UGANDA

Kur Ajah gets MVP of the Week award for Ugandan NBL (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News

Kur Ajah had a great game in the last round for league's leader Magic Stormers and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 4.
The had a double-double of 13 points and fourteen rebounds, while her team beat A1 Challenge (#10, 0-2), the league's bottom-ranked team 47-33. It allowed Magic Stormers to consolidate first place in the Ugandan NBL. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Magic Stormers already had a very good start winning all 3 without losing a single one. Ajah just recently signed at Magic Stormers and just after two games she already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Ajah has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (2nd best: 17.0ppg), rebounds (4th best: 12.0rpg) and averages solid 3.5bpg and 3.5spg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was forward Tamasha Nsubuga (F) of Nabisunsa. Nsubuga impressed basketball fans with 25 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course Nabisunsa cruised to a 66-58 relatively comfortable win over Nkumba LM (#12, 0-3). This victory allowed Nabisunsa to move up to 6th position in the standings. Her team has extremely good start of the season. They won their first game. However the season is at the beginning, so everything can happen. They still may lose their high position in the standings. Nsubuga is a newcomer at Nabisunsa and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders.

The third best performed player last round was another Nabisunsa's star - Sarah Namale (G-2005). Namale showcased her all-around game by recording 14 points, seventeen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. She was another key player of Nabisunsa, helping her team with a 66-58 win against Nkumba LM (#12, 0-3). Nabisunsa has a very good start of the season. But there was just one game played, so it's too early to judge them at this stage. Namale also has a very good start of the season with very strong stats. The season just started for Namale as she played only first game. But it already looks like she can be another team's leader.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Becky Longom (F) of JKL Dolphins - 16 points and 18 rebounds
5. Hope Akello (183-F/C-1997) of JKL Dolphins - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Christine Namulumba) of JKL Dolphins - 18 points and 23 rebounds
7. Christine Nakito (G) of Magic Stormers - 10 points and 19 rebounds
8. Brenda Ekone (152-G-1996) of JKL Dolphins - 20 points and 10 rebounds
9. Nanfuka Stella) of KIU Rangers - 8 points and 13 rebounds
10. Patience Mauso (G-2000) of Nkumba LM - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists

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

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UKRAINE

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Victoria BOGACHENKO

Blys.
(170-G-2005)
Avg: 23.5

23.5

22.1

21.8

19.8

19.8

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UNITED KINGDOM

NBL D1 Round 23: Thames Valley C. lose to Reading Rockets - by Eurobasket News

The Regular Season in NBL D1 just ended. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

There was a change at the NBL D1 leadership position after last games. Round 23 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Thames Valley C. (18-4). They were edged by third ranked Reading R. (15-7) 72-70 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Thames Valley C.. Reading R. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Thames Valley C.'s 34. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Lindsey Cleary (183-1997, college: CMS) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Spanish guard Saioa San Francisco (173) helped adding 13 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Robyn Ainge (178) responded with 18 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Reading R. went down to fourth position due to points difference. Thames Valley C. at the other side dropped to the second place with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Solent S..
Seventh-ranked Brent Bulls (12-10) gave a tough game to fourth ranked Southwark P. (17-5) in London. Southwark P. managed to secure only two-point victory 59-57. However their fans expected easier game. It was an exceptional evening for forward Rhia Saggar (170) who led the winners and scored 13 points and 4 assists. Aaliyah Clarke accounted for 14 points and 7 rebounds. Southwark P.'s coach used entire bench in such tough game. Guard Rochelle Davids (168-1987) came up with 3 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals for Brent Bulls in the defeat. Southwark P. have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Brent Bulls dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Reading. 3rd placed host Reading R. (15-7) lost to first ranked Team Kestrels (19-3) 80-71. The best player for the winners was Faye Endean who scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Lindsey Cleary produced 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Reading R.'s coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Team Kestrels. They maintain first place with 19-3 record. Loser Reading R. dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 23: Bristol AF won against Loughborough on the opponent's court 60-56. Worcester W was outscored by Solent S. in a home game 56-82. Ipswich recorded a loss to Reading R. on the road 93-89. BA London L. II was defeated by Anglia Ruskin U. on its own court 55-57. Brent Bulls was beaten by Anglia Ruskin U. in London 54-49. Bristol AF won against Anglia Ruskin U. at home 71-56. BA London L. II was outscored by Brent Bulls on the opponent's court 80-51. Brent Bulls managed to beat Ipswich in a home game 71-55.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 19 points by Josephine Maignomo of Brent Bulls.

The Round Review is presented by LBM Management. A full-service agency focused on Women's basketball sphere and working worldwide. A global and ethical quality service.

Loughborough - Bristol AF 56-60

There was an upset when higher ranked Loughborough (10-12) was defeated at home by tenth ranked Bristol AF (7-15) 60-56 on Saturday. Bristol AF outrebounded Loughborough 47-33 including 19 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was Nigerian forward Veronica Iweanya (181) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 18 rebounds. Welsh guard Emma Bailey (165-2005) chipped in 16 points. Bristol AF's coach Darren Oakey used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Egyptian guard Alia El Shabrawy (160) produced 14 points and 9 rebounds and Maltese guard Sasha Lecuyer (170-2002) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The victory was the third consecutive win for Bristol AF. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with BA London L. II. Loughborough lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
Bristol AF: B.Emma 16+3reb, J.Leila 13+3reb+1ast, I.Veronica 13+18reb+2ast, M.Estella 9+5reb, M.Alice 5+1reb, A.Orie 3+10reb+1ast
Loughborough: S.Lecuyer 16+6reb+1ast, E.Shabrawy Alia 14+9reb+2ast, D.Lauren 11+2reb+3ast, D.Emma 5+7reb+1ast, G.Jasmine 3+3reb, T.Anna 3+1reb+1ast

Worcester W - Solent S. 56-82

Very predictable result when first ranked Team Kestrels (19-3) smashed on the road 11th ranked Worcester W (4-19) 82-56 on Saturday. Team Kestrels dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Worcester W's 20. Team Kestrels forced 19 Worcester W turnovers and outrebounded them 54-34 including a 40-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Megan Dorney who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds. Guard Faye Endean (173) chipped in 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Team Kestrels players scored in double figures. Team Kestrels' coach Jerry Merrill felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Portuguese guard Carolina Marques (176) produced 18 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and Grace Brownell added 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. The victory was the third consecutive win for Team Kestrels. They maintain first place with 19-3 record. Worcester W lost their ninth game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 19 games lost.
Top scorers:
Solent S.: E.Faye 24+7reb+6ast, D.Megan 22+16reb+1ast, B.Yassin 10+8reb+3ast, N.Anna 10+6reb+3ast, C.Erin 8+2reb+1ast, J.Saffie 6+5reb
Worcester W: C.Marques 18+7reb+1ast, B.Grace 11+7reb+5ast, C.Kacey 9+2reb, D.Edwards 5+2reb+1ast, C.Caitlin 5+4reb+1ast, S.Nuri 4+5reb+1ast

Reading R. - Ipswich 93-89

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Ipswich (9-13) was defeated on the road by third ranked Reading R. (15-7) 93-89 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Reading R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Spanish guard Saioa San Francisco (173) who scored 19 points and 6 assists. American forward Lindsey Cleary (183-1997, college: CMS) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Cleary is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Reading R.'s coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Center Louisa Gibbins (178-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals and American guard Ava Battese (173-1998, college: Cameron) added 19 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Despite that victory Reading R. went down to fourth position due to points difference. Loser Ipswich keeps the eighth place with 13 games lost.
Top scorers:
Reading R.: S.Francisco Saioa 19+4reb+6ast, K.Karpova 15+6reb+4ast, J.Blackburn 15+3reb+2ast, P.Tyra 14+2reb+2ast, L.Cleary 13+10reb+4ast, L.Eva 7
Ipswich: A.Battese 19+9reb, P.Olivia 18+4reb+2ast, G.Saruna 16+1reb+4ast, F.Olivia 13+5ast, G.Louisa 11+13reb+7ast, O.Christabel 11+6reb+4ast

Reading R. - Solent S. 71-80

The game between Top Four teams took place in Reading. 3rd placed host Reading R. (15-7) lost to first ranked Team Kestrels (19-3) 80-71. Team Kestrels made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Reading R. turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Faye Endean (173) who scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Hungarian guard Krisztina Velkey-Cleeve (175-1992, college: ORU) chipped in 10 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Team Kestrels players scored in double figures. American forward Lindsey Cleary (183-1997, college: CMS) produced 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Eva Luzon (183) added 11 points respectively for the hosts. Reading R.'s coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Team Kestrels. They maintain first place with 19-3 record. Loser Reading R. dropped to the fourth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Solent S.: N.Anna 19+2reb+1ast, D.Megan 16+10reb+1ast, E.Faye 14+9reb+6ast, J.Saffie 11+3reb, K.Velkey-Cleeve 10+9reb+8ast, B.Yassin 6+4reb+1ast
Reading R.: L.Cleary 18+9reb+4ast, K.Karpova 12+1reb+2ast, L.Eva 11+2reb+3ast, S.Francisco Saioa 9+3reb+3ast, M.Tejonah 7+2reb+2ast, C.Lammas 5+4reb+1ast

Reading R. - Thames Valley C. 72-70

There was a change at the NBL D1 leadership position after last games. Round 23 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Thames Valley C. (18-4). They were edged by third ranked Reading R. (15-7) 72-70 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Thames Valley C.. Reading R. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Thames Valley C.'s 34. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Lindsey Cleary (183-1997, college: CMS) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Spanish guard Saioa San Francisco (173) helped adding 13 points and 7 rebounds. Cleary is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Reading R. players scored in double figures. Guard Robyn Ainge (178) responded with 18 points and 4 assists and American guard Katherine Goldsby (173) scored 15 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Reading R. went down to fourth position due to points difference. Thames Valley C. at the other side dropped to the second place with four games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Solent S..
Top scorers:
Reading R.: L.Cleary 15+11reb+7ast, L.Eva 14+4reb+3ast, S.Francisco Saioa 13+7reb+3ast, J.Blackburn 13+6reb, M.Tejonah 7+3reb, D.Mergelina Carlota 4+5reb+2ast
Thames Valley C.: A.Robyn 18+3reb+4ast, G.Katherine 15+4reb+5ast, V.Johnson 11+3reb+1ast, F.Okwuosa 8+4reb+2ast, I.Chinwe 6+8reb, B.Kipewu 6+1reb

Southwark P. - Brent Bulls 59-57

Seventh-ranked Brent Bulls (12-10) gave a tough game to fourth ranked Southwark P. (17-5) in London. Southwark P. managed to secure only two-point victory 59-57. However their fans expected easier game. Southwark P. forced 22 Brent Bulls turnovers and had a 28-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for forward Rhia Saggar (170) who led the winners and scored 13 points and 4 assists. Aaliyah Clarke accounted for 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Southwark P.'s coach used entire bench in such tough game. Guard Rochelle Davids (168-1987) came up with 3 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals and Cameroonian power forward Josephine Maignomo (183-1989) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Brent Bulls in the defeat. Southwark P. have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Newly promoted Brent Bulls dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost.
Top scorers:
Southwark P.: C.Aaliyah 14+7reb, S.Rhia 13+4reb+4ast, S.Amelie 8+5reb, K.Glory 7+4reb+4ast, C.Jones-Aryeh 6+6reb+5ast, A.Ana-Isabel 3+1reb+1ast
Brent Bulls: J.Maignomo 16+6reb+1ast, B.Eleanor 15+3reb+1ast, J.Davies 8+8reb+2ast, B.Achai 4+2reb, N.McKenzie 4+2reb+1ast, K.Whyte 4+3reb+1ast

BA London L. II - Anglia Ruskin U. 55-57

Everything went according to plan in Barking where fifth ranked Anglia Ruskin U. (14-9) edged 9th ranked BA London L. II (7-15) 57-55 on Sunday. Anglia Ruskin U. forced 23 BA London L. II turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Courtney Gray (178-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds. American guard Rian Rawlings (173, college: Salt Lake CC) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Fatmata Janneh (180-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds and American point guard Genessa Bedoya (165, college: Seattle) added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Anglia Ruskin U.. They maintain fifth place with 14-9 record. BA London L. II lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Bristol AF.
Top scorers:
Anglia Ruskin U.: C.Gray 17+13reb+3ast, R.Rawlings 14+7reb+3ast, V.Paige 8+4reb+3ast, N.Kasia 6+7reb+2ast, M.Maddaloni 4+3reb+3ast, H.Amelia 4+3reb
BA London L. II: J.Fatmata 26+11reb+1ast, G.Bedoya 16+6reb+6ast, S.Grace 7+9reb+2ast, O.Clementina 4+9reb+1ast, S.Tamara 2+4reb, S.Elizaveta 0

Anglia Ruskin U. - Brent Bulls 54-49

There was no surprise in London where 7th ranked Brent Bulls (12-10) were defeated by fifth ranked Anglia Ruskin U. (14-9) 54-49 on Saturday. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Anglia Ruskin U.. They maintain fifth place with 14-9 record. Newly promoted Brent Bulls dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost.

Bristol AF - Anglia Ruskin U. 71-56

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Bristol AF (7-15) won against at home higher ranked Anglia Ruskin U. (14-9) 71-56 on Saturday. Bristol AF held Anglia Ruskin U. to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 29.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Anglia Ruskin U. 55-41 including 42 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Nigerian forward Veronica Iweanya (181) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 27 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Leila Jepson (171) chipped in 16 points. Four Bristol AF players scored in double figures. Bristol AF's coach Darren Oakey used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Rian Rawlings (173, college: Salt Lake CC) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and forward Courtney Gray (178-1994) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. The victory was the third consecutive win for Bristol AF. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with BA London L. II. Loser Anglia Ruskin U. keeps the fifth position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
Bristol AF: I.Veronica 16+27reb+4ast, J.Leila 16+3reb+2ast, M.Estella 15+5reb+1ast, B.Emma 12+4reb+2ast, H.Wallace 7+3reb+5ast, A.Orie 5+6reb+2ast
Anglia Ruskin U.: R.Rawlings 20+12reb+2ast, C.Gray 9+6reb+3ast, N.Kasia 7+5reb+3ast, H.Amelia 6+7reb+3ast, T.Mia 6+3reb+2ast, V.Paige 5+2reb+1ast

Brent Bulls - BA London L. II 80-51

Rather expected game when 9th ranked BA London L. II (7-15) was crushed on the road by seventh ranked Brent Bulls (12-10) 80-51 on Saturday. Brent Bulls forced 19 BA London L. II turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was Kenisha Whyte (-1995) who scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Cameroonian power forward Josephine Maignomo (183-1989) chipped in 19 points. Guard Ruchae Walton (178, college: Portland St.) produced 21 points and center Clementina Odom (191-2004) added 7 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Brent Bulls moved-up to sixth place. BA London L. II lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Bristol AF.
Top scorers:
Brent Bulls: J.Maignomo 19+2reb+3ast, K.Whyte 16+9reb, I.Youd 12+2reb+2ast, J.Davies 6+7reb+3ast, F.Itziar 6+2reb+1ast, B.Eleanor 6+4reb+2ast
BA London L. II: R.Walton 21+4reb+2ast, S.Grace 9+1reb+5ast, O.Clementina 7+9reb, W.Kya 4+2reb, M.Luisa 4+4reb+1ast, G.Bedoya 4+5reb+3ast

Brent Bulls - Ipswich 71-55

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Brent Bulls' (12-10) home victory over 8th ranked Ipswich (9-13) 71-55 on Sunday. Brent Bulls moved-up to sixth place. Loser Ipswich keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost.

WBBL Round 21: Riders keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Riders as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Riders defeated 7th ranked Eagles in Leicester 75-59. Riders dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 26. They outrebounded Eagles 47-28 including a 18-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Riders looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American guard McKenzie Johnston (170-1996, college: Montana) who led her team to a victory with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Oliana Squires (173-1998, college: Montana St.) contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Riders' coach Krumesh Patel used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Antoinette Lewis (185-1999, college: USA) answered with 13 points and 8 rebounds for Eagles. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Eagles at the other side dropped to the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Essex R.. Eagles will play next round against strong London L. trying to get back on the winning streak. Riders will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Mystics in Manchester.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Hatters (13-4) against fourth ranked London L. (13-1) on Sunday night. Visiting Hatters were crushed by London L. in Tylorstown 87-48. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Hatters. American point guard Leslie Vorpahl (168-1995, college: Tulane) stepped up and scored 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and Shanice Beckford-Norton chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Karly Murphy (185, college: Colorado St.) with 6 points and 13 rebounds. London L. have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Hatters at the other side dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. London L. will play against Eagles (#7) in Newcastle in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Hatters will play on the road against Gladiators in Edinburgh and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Sevenoaks supposed to be also quite interesting. Fourth ranked London L. (13-1) played at the court of 5th ranked Suns (12-6). London L. smashed Suns 91-69 on Saturday. Katsiaryna Snytsina nailed 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Araion Bradshaw came up with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for Suns in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for London L.. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Loser Suns keep the fifth position with six games lost. London L. will meet at home Eagles (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Suns will play against Archers in Cardiff and hope to secure a win.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 21: Sheffield H. beat Durham P. on the road 75-73. Bottom-ranked Manchester M. lost to Caledonia G. on its own court 70-79. Cardiff MA. managed to outperform Nottingham in a road game 79-75. Newcastle E. managed to beat Durham P. at home 72-67. Oaklands W. was defeated by Sevenoaks S. on the opponent's court 68-54.
The most impressive performance of 21th round was 18 points and 13 rebounds by Brittany Hodges of Sevenoaks S..

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Durham P. - Sheffield H. 73-75

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Hatters (13-4) edged 9th ranked Palatinates (5-10) in Durham 75-73 on Saturday. Hatters looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Karly Murphy (185, college: Colorado St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 28 points and 16 rebounds for the winning side and the former international guard Georgia Gayle (175-1997, college: UCF) accounted for 15 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. The former international center Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby (190-1995, college: Lafayette) came up with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and American forward Elle Hendershot (185, college: Alberta) added 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Palatinates in the defeat. Four Palatinates players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Hatters. Despite that victory Hatters went down to fourth position due to points difference. Loser Palatinates keep the ninth place with ten games lost. Hatters will meet higher ranked Gladiators (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Palatinates will play against Wildcats (#11) in Nottingham and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sheffield H.: K.Murphy 28+16reb+2ast, G.Gayle 15+5reb+5ast, L.Niang 9+3reb+5ast, W.Abbey 8+2reb+2ast, F.N 7+3reb+7ast, H.Naylor 3+2reb+2ast
Durham P.: H.Ottewill-Soulsby 25+6reb+5ast, E.Hendershot 13+7reb+4ast, E.Brault 11+3reb, J.Wayne 10+9reb+1ast, K.Bennett 6+1reb+4ast, C.Orieoma 5+3reb+3ast

Manchester M. - Caledonia G. 70-79

Very expected game when 12th ranked Mystics (1-17) lost to third ranked Gladiators (13-3) in Manchester 70-79 on Saturday. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Gladiators. They maintain third place with 13-3 record behind leader Leicester R. Mystics lost their fifth game in a row. They stay dead last with 17 lost games. Gladiators will meet at home Hatters (#4) in the next round. Mystics will play against the league's leader Riders (#1) in Leicester and hope to win that game.

Leicester R. - Newcastle E. 75-59

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Riders as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Riders defeated 7th ranked Eagles in Leicester 75-59. Riders dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 26. They outrebounded Eagles 47-28 including a 18-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Riders looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American guard McKenzie Johnston (170-1996, college: Montana) who led her team to a victory with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Oliana Squires (173-1998, college: Montana St.) contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Four Riders players scored in double figures. Riders' coach Krumesh Patel used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Antoinette Lewis (185-1999, college: USA) answered with 13 points and 8 rebounds and center Chloe Gaynor (190-1998, college: LBSU) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks in the effort for Eagles. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Eagles at the other side dropped to the sixth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Essex R.. Eagles will play next round against strong London L. trying to get back on the winning streak. Riders will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Mystics in Manchester.
Top scorers:
Leicester R.: M.Johnston 19+7reb+3ast, H.Robb 13+4reb+4ast, O.Squires 10+7reb+7ast, A.Harris-Arlen 10+7reb+4ast, K.Brown 6+10reb+2ast, E.Fee 5+2reb
Newcastle E.: C.Gaynor 13+5reb, A.Lewis 13+8reb+1ast, M.Justinak 9+1reb+3ast, C.Clasen 9+6reb+3ast, R.Bland 9+3reb+2ast, F.Marina 6+5reb+5ast

Nottingham - Cardiff MA. 75-79

Rather predictable result when eighth ranked Archers (7-11) won against 11th ranked Wildcats (3-14) in Nottingham 79-75 on Saturday. Archers forced 22 Wildcats turnovers. American point guard Lauren Saiki (160-1997, college: UC Irvine) nailed 30 points, 9 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and Swiss guard Shannon Hatch (178-1993, college: Calgary) accounted for 11 points and 15 rebounds. Marl Stewart came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 18 rebounds and American forward Kennedy Nicholas (190, college: Sacramento St.) added 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Wildcats in the defeat. Archers maintains eighth place with 7-11 record. Wildcats lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with 14 games lost. Archers will meet at home higher ranked Suns (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Wildcats will play against Palatinates (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cardiff MA.: L.Saiki 30+4reb+9ast, B.Isabel 22+1reb+2ast, S.Hatch 11+15reb+2ast, A.Yunker 8+3reb+3ast, L.Habling 6+1reb, M.Marchizotti 2+9reb+2ast
Nottingham: K.Shaw 25+5reb+1ast, S.Marl 20+18reb+3ast, K.Nicholas 18+11reb+4ast, C.Natalie 7+1reb+8ast, C.Belsham 3+7reb+1ast, C.Macy 2+2reb+1ast

Sevenoaks S. - London L. 69-91

The game in Sevenoaks supposed to be also quite interesting. Fourth ranked London L. (13-1) played at the court of 5th ranked Suns (12-6). London L. smashed Suns 91-69 on Saturday. London L. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Suns' 30 and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Kazakhstan-Belarusian forward Katsiaryna Snytsina (188-1985) nailed 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and naturalized Anguillan forward Mikiah Herbert-Harrigan (188-1998, college: S.Carolina) accounted for 23 points (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). Four London L. players scored in double figures. American guard Araion Bradshaw (168-1996, college: Dayton, agency: Areus Sports) came up with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and the former international forward Janice Monakana (183-1995, college: Toledo) added 18 points respectively for Suns in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for London L.. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Loser Suns keep the fifth position with six games lost. London L. will meet at home Eagles (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Suns will play against Archers in Cardiff and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
London L.: M.Herbert-Harrigan 23+4reb+2ast, K.Snytsina 19+7reb+3ast, L.Vorpahl 16+4reb+8ast, T.Battle 15+5reb+1ast, S.Beckford-Norton 6+3reb, A.Stewart 4+3reb
Sevenoaks S.: J.Monakana 18+4reb+2ast, B.Hodges 17+4reb, A.Bradshaw 12+7reb+8ast, J.Fritz 8+1reb+1ast, R.Busch 7+2ast, K.Julia 5+5reb+2ast

London L. - Sheffield H. 87-48

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Hatters (13-4) against fourth ranked London L. (13-1) on Sunday night. Visiting Hatters were crushed by London L. in Tylorstown 87-48. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Hatters. They outrebounded Hatters 50-32 including a 38-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. London L. players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American point guard Leslie Vorpahl (168-1995, college: Tulane) stepped up and scored 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and international guard Shanice Beckford-Norton (173-1997, college: LSU) chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four London L. players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Karly Murphy (185, college: Colorado St.) with 6 points and 13 rebounds and the former international center Hannah Shaw (193-1990, college: Miami, FL) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. London L. have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Defending champion moved-up to second place. Hatters at the other side dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. London L. will play against Eagles (#7) in Newcastle in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Hatters will play on the road against Gladiators in Edinburgh and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
London L.: L.Vorpahl 15+8reb+7ast, K.Snytsina 15+5reb+1ast, S.Beckford-Norton 11+9reb+1ast, T.Battle 11+2reb+1ast, T.Murray 10+5reb+4ast, M.Herbert-Harrigan 9+6reb+2ast
Sheffield H.: H.Shaw 12+5reb+1ast, F.N 12+2reb+3ast, L.Niang 8+5reb+1ast, K.Murphy 6+13reb+2ast, G.Gayle 5+5reb+2ast, W.Charli 5+1reb+1ast

Newcastle E. - Durham P. 72-67

Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Palatinates (5-10) lost to seventh ranked Eagles (8-9) in Newcastle 67-72 on Sunday. Eagles looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American center Antoinette Lewis (185-1999, college: USA) nailed a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side and Spanish forward Marina Fernandez (181-1997) accounted for 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Elle Hendershot (185, college: Alberta) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and the former international center Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby (190-1995, college: Lafayette) added 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Palatinates in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Eagles moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Essex R. Loser Palatinates keep the ninth position with ten games lost. Eagles will meet league's second-placed London L. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Palatinates will play against Wildcats (#11) in Nottingham and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Newcastle E.: A.Lewis 15+14reb, C.Clasen 14+2reb+4ast, M.Justinak 12+3reb+5ast, F.Marina 11+7reb+4ast, A.Lowe 9+3reb+6ast, C.Gaynor 6+7reb+3ast
Durham P.: E.Hendershot 18+15reb+5ast, J.Wayne 15+7reb+5ast, H.Ottewill-Soulsby 14+8reb+6ast, E.Brault 12+2reb, C.Orieoma 4+1reb+2ast, B.Inma 2+2ast

Sevenoaks S. - Oaklands W. 68-54

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked Suns (12-6) defeated 10th ranked Wolves (4-15) in Sevenoaks 68-54 on Sunday. Suns outrebounded Wolves 48-37 including 35 on the defensive glass. American forward Brittany Hodges (185-1993, college: Furman) nailed a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side and the former international forward Janice Monakana (183-1995, college: Toledo) accounted for 16 points and 8 rebounds. Australian Grace George (-2000) came up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and Australian Jorjah Smith (173) added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Wolves in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Suns maintains fifth place with 12-6 record. Loser Wolves keep the tenth position with 15 games lost. Suns will meet Archers (#8) in the next round. Wolves will play against Rebels in Essex and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sevenoaks S.: B.Hodges 18+13reb+2ast, J.Monakana 16+8reb, A.Bradshaw 14+5reb+4ast, J.Fritz 8+6reb+2ast, K.Richards 6+3reb+1ast, R.Busch 5+3reb+6ast
Oaklands W.: G.George 17+14reb+4ast, J.Smith 14+5reb+4ast, B.Sarson 7+1reb+1ast, C.Gould 5+4reb+5ast, K.Eva 3+4reb, P.Rosie 3+1reb