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| Australia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Israel and Slovenia secure last tickets to FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2023 - by Eurobasket News |
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Australia (women), Czech Republic (women), Hungary (men), Israel (men and women) and Slovenia (men) grabbed the last 6 tickets for the FIBA 3x3 World Cup 2023 at the World Cup Qualifier in Eilat, Israel, on May 6-7. On the women's side, Australia defeated home side Israel (21-11) to become the first team to qualify for the World Cup on the day. Marena Whittle and Alex Wilson combined for 19 points to book Australia's ticket to Vienna. In the second ticket game, Czech Republic pulled away with the win against Colombia (15-13) after a spectacular offensive showing by Katerina Galikova, who finished the game with 8 points. Israel got the last ticket in the women's category in an instant classic matchup against Colombia (21-20). Noor Kayouf became Israel's hero after scoring the game-winner to seal their place at the World Cup. On the men's side, Israel came out swinging in the first, jamming their way through against China (21-11). Shoham Gat, with 11 points, led the hosts to the World Cup with an impressive offensive performance. Slovenia clinched their ticket to Vienna under the leadership of Adrian Hirschmann. No one came close to stopping him, as his 13-point masterclass sent them through 21-18 against Hungary. The final ticket game turned out to be a blockbuster event. Both Hungary and China went back and forth. Attila Demeter (198-F/G-1997) and Xu Huang (193-SG-1995) traded huge 2s in the clutch, but it was Tamas Ivosev (202-C-1990) who called game with a reverse lay, sending Hungary to the World Cup. With these last 6 qualified teams confirmed, the 40-team field is now complete. The 2023 edition of the FIBA 3x3 World Cup will take place in Vienna, Austria, on May 30 - June 4. Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
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| Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Buducnost and Crvena Zvezda enter Final Four - by Eurobasket News |
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Zadar - Crvena Zvezda 63-74 Crvena Zvezda made 16-of-19 charity shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Argentinian point guard Facundo Campazzo (180-1991) notched 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Luka Mitrovic (204-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) supported him with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Even 17 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals by Luka Bozic (200-1996) did not help to save the game for Zadar. Bosnian guard Sani Campara (190-1999) added 15 points for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Crvena Zvezda: L.Mitrovic 13+5reb+2ast, F.Campazzo 12+6reb+4ast, F.Petrusev 11+6reb, L.Vildoza 9+2reb+1ast, O.Dobric 9+4reb+2ast, S.Markovic 7+3reb+1ast Zadar: L.Bozic 17+7reb+5ast, S.Campara 15+2reb+1ast, J.Davis 11+3reb, D.Dreznjak 7+5reb+1ast, M.Ramljak 6+2reb+1ast, A.Lakic 4+3reb+4ast FMP BG - Cedevita Ol. 102-96 FMP BG made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 65.0 percentage. The best player for the winners was American Beau Beech (203-1994, college: UNF) who scored 26 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!). Aleksa Stepanovic (206-1998) chipped in 24 points and 6 rebounds. American point guard Yogi Ferrell (183-1993, college: Indiana) produced 22 points and 7 assists and his fellow American import guard Josh Adams (188-1993, college: Wyoming) added 13 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) respectively for the guests. Four Cedevita Ol. players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: FMP BG: B.Beech 26+5reb+3ast, A.Stepanovic 24+6reb+1ast, C.Manning Jr. 21+6ast, M.Pavicevic 8+2reb, C.Jenkins 7+1reb, C.Moore 7+3reb+5ast Cedevita Ol.: Y.Ferrell 22+3reb+7ast, J.Adams 13+4reb+2ast, E.Muric 13+1reb+2ast, Z.Dragic 12+4reb+1ast, K.Matkovic 9+2reb, A.Omic 8+6reb Mega BG - Buducnost 80-82 French-Guinean center Alpha Kaba (208-1996) scored 16 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Erick Green (190-1991, college: Virginia Tech) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Buducnost players scored in double figures. Buducnost's coach used entire bench in such tough game. American guard Ahmaad Rorie (186-1995, college: Montana) responded with 22 points and 4 assists and forward Luka Cerovina (200-2000) scored 9 points and 6 rebounds. Top scorers: Buducnost: A.Kaba 16+9reb+1ast, E.Green 14+5reb+5ast, M.Jagodic-Kuridza 11+3reb+4ast, J.O'Brien 11+2reb+2ast, T.Bell-Haynes 10+5reb+3ast, P.Popovic 9+1reb+1ast Mega BG: A.Rorie 22+4reb+4ast, M.Rudan 12+5reb+1ast, A.Uskokovic 9+3reb+5ast, L.Cerovina 9+6reb+3ast, M.Cazalon 8+4reb+2ast, D.Brankovic 8+8reb |
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| ABBA Round 1: Slam lose to Flyers - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in ABBA just started. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Slam recorded a loss at the home court on Thursday night. Hosts were rolled over by Flyers 97-31. Flyers held Slam to an opponent 16.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 42.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Flyers forced 45 Slam turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Slam's players. Selassie Brathwaite fired a double-double by scoring 13 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Xavier Meade chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Ezekiel Francois (-2001) produced 6 points and 15 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. Another exciting game where Slam edged by one point Baldwin Braves 65-64. Baldwin Braves were very close to get their first win. But it seems they have to wait a little bit longer. Worth to mention a great performance of Adissa Harris who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 7 assists and 5 steals. Ezekiel Francois contributed with 8 points, 17 rebounds and 6 blocks for the winners. Tristan Jacobs answered with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for Baldwin Braves. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. An exciting game was played in . Cutie Ovals faced Potters S.. Host Cutie Ovals smashed guests from 88-58. Joshua Minner stepped up with a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Cohen Desouza responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Other games of round 1 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Potters S. defeated Ottos in a road game 72-65. Winless Spanish Heat lost to defending champion Cutie Ovals at home 57-80. Stingerz destroyed Baldwin Braves on the opponent's court 90-50. Potters S. managed to outperform Spanish Heat in a home game 82-68. Cutie Ovals rolled over Ottos on the road 101-66. Flyers crushed Ottos on its own court 96-54. Winless Spanish Heat lost to undefeated Stingerz in a road game 65-78.
Ottos - Potters S. 65-72 There was no surprise when Ottos were defeated at home by Potters S. 72-65 on Sunday. Potters S. forced 33 Ottos turnovers and had a 42-29 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Welsh point guard Jacob Lloyd (183-1994, college: Harris-Stowe St.) stepped up and scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Cohen Desouza chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. Potters S.'s coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Lincoln Weekes responded with 21 points and guard Warren Bogle scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. Top scorers: Potters S.: J.Lloyd 18+5reb+4ast, D.Cohen 13+9reb+3ast, C.Quinland 13+7reb+2ast, H.Wright 5+3reb+1ast, L.McDonald 5+3reb+4ast, H.Rafiki 4+3reb+2ast Ottos: W.Lincoln 21+4reb, B.Warren 12+9reb+3ast, B.Michael 8+12reb+2ast, K.Payne 8+5reb+6ast, D.Akeem 6+4reb+2ast, K.Shaquille 5+3reb Spanish Heat - Cutie Ovals 57-80 No shocking result in a game when Cutie Ovals smashed on the road Spanish Heat 80-57 on Sunday. Cutie Ovals forced 33 Spanish Heat turnovers. American guard Joshua Minner (198-1990, college: MACU) stepped up and scored 26 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and the former international center Alexis Jackson (205-2000) chipped in 10 points and 15 rebounds. At the losing side Kelvin Pimentel responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds and guard Steven Matthew scored 11 points and 4 assists. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Cutie Ovals: J.Minner 26+6reb+1ast, A.Jackson 10+15reb+2ast, K.Edwards 7+2reb+2ast, A.Darnell 6+13reb+1ast, S.Javon 6+5reb+1ast, B.Tavarus 6+3reb+3ast Spanish Heat: S.Matthew 11+4reb+4ast, P.Israel 11+2reb, P.Kelvin 10+11reb+2ast, R.Jesus 7+5reb, H.Rolando 6+9reb, P.Gabriel 5+3reb+3ast Baldwin Braves - Stingerz 50-90 The game between closely ranked teams ended with Baldwin Braves' home loss to Stingerz 50-90 on Wednesday. Stingerz held Baldwin Braves to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 40.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Stingerz forced 35 Baldwin Braves turnovers and outrebounded them 66-51 including 30 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Baldwin Braves' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Stingerz made 9 blocks. Jayden Andrew stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists and 9 steals for the winners and the former international point guard Devorn Benjamin (182-1995) chipped in 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side guard Damien Flyod responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds and guard Bernard Andrew scored 12 points. Baldwin Braves' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Stingerz: A.Jayden 26+10reb+11ast, D.Benjamin 19+9reb+4ast, T.Donte 12+2reb+4ast, B.Tequan 9+9reb+4ast, K.Lee 9+16reb+2ast, A.Lopez 6+9reb+1ast Baldwin Braves: F.Damien 14+7reb+2ast, B.Andrew 12+3reb+1ast, J.Tristan 6+5reb+1ast, P.Jevon 5+4reb, N.Allister 4+6reb+1ast, M.Lenroy 4+5reb+1ast Potters S. - Spanish Heat 82-68 Rather predictable result when Potters S. beat at home Spanish Heat 82-68 on Wednesday. Potters S. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Spanish Heat's 34. Potters S. forced 23 Spanish Heat turnovers and outrebounded them 65-39 including a 41-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Potters S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international guard Marlon Charles (186-1976) stepped up and scored 9 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and Welsh point guard Jacob Lloyd (183-1994, college: Harris-Stowe St.) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side guard Steven Matthew responded with 26 points and 4 steals and Wilkin Flyod scored 13 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Potters S.: J.Lloyd 16+8reb+1ast, H.Wright 12+2reb+1ast, L.McDonald 11+4reb+4ast, W.Ammiel 10+3reb+4ast, D.Cohen 9+13reb+3ast, M.Charles 9+12reb+6ast Spanish Heat: S.Matthew 26+4reb+2ast, F.Wilkin 13+4reb+3ast, D.Richards 6+5reb+3ast, P.Israel 6+7reb, P.Kelvin 6+7reb+3ast, C.Antonio 5+6reb+3ast Ottos - Cutie Ovals 66-101 Not a big story in a game when Ottos were outplayed at home by Cutie Ovals 101-66 on Thursday. Cutie Ovals dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Ottos' 42. Cutie Ovals forced 38 Ottos turnovers and outrebounded them 69-49 including a 40-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The former international center Alexis Jackson (205-2000) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American guard Joshua Minner (198-1990, college: MACU) chipped in 22 points and 9 rebounds. Four Cutie Ovals players scored in double figures. Cutie Ovals' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Lincoln Weekes responded with 28 points and 6 rebounds and Michael Barton produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Top scorers: Cutie Ovals: J.Minner 22+9reb+3ast, A.Jackson 21+15reb+4ast, B.Tavarus 14+5reb+3ast, K.Edwards 11+7reb+1ast, A.Baldwin 8+9reb+2ast, P.Delonte 8+7reb Ottos: W.Lincoln 28+6reb+3ast, B.Michael 16+15reb+3ast, D.Akeem 8+4reb+3ast, S.Abrams 6+12reb, K.Shaquille 3+4reb+1ast, M.Lewis 3+6reb+1ast Slam - Flyers 31-97 Slam recorded a loss at the home court on Thursday night. Hosts were rolled over by Flyers 97-31. Flyers held Slam to an opponent 16.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 42.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Flyers forced 45 Slam turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Slam's players. Selassie Brathwaite fired a double-double by scoring 13 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Xavier Meade chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Four Flyers players scored in double figures. Ezekiel Francois (-2001) produced 6 points and 15 rebounds and Anjis Anthony added 4 points and 15 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Flyers: L.T-Shawn 18+4reb+1ast, M.Xavier 17+9reb+7ast, A.Humphreys 13+13reb+3ast, B.Selassie 13+18reb+4ast, H.David 12+1reb+1ast, B.Kwame 8+3reb+1ast Slam: C.Kim 6+3reb+2ast, R.John 6+8reb+1ast, E.Francois 6+15reb+2ast, S.Thomas 6+6reb, A.Anjis 4+15reb, M.Keaddy 3+6reb Baldwin Braves - Slam 64-65 Another exciting game where Slam edged by one point Baldwin Braves 65-64. Baldwin Braves were very close to get their first win. But it seems they have to wait a little bit longer. Slam forced 31 Baldwin Braves turnovers. Strangely Baldwin Braves outrebounded Slam 64-47 including a 43-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Baldwin Braves were plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of Adissa Harris who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 7 assists and 5 steals. Ezekiel Francois (-2001) contributed with 8 points, 17 rebounds and 6 blocks for the winners. Tristan Jacobs answered with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Damien Flyod added 11 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Baldwin Braves. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Slam: H.Adissa 17+3reb+7ast, O.Morris 17+3reb+2ast, R.John 8+5reb, E.Francois 8+17reb, L.Jedd 4+3reb, M.Keaddy 4+6reb+1ast Baldwin Braves: J.Tristan 17+9reb+5ast, F.Damien 11+9reb+1ast, S.Sergio 10+7reb+3ast, N.Allister 7+5reb+2ast, B.Andrew 5+7reb+1ast, T.Emmanuel 5+11reb+2ast Flyers - Ottos 96-54 Everything went according to plan when Flyers outleveled at home Ottos 96-54 on Saturday. Flyers forced 29 Ottos turnovers and outrebounded them 65-51 including 28 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Ottos' players. Forward Kwame Brathwaite stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and guard Kenya Ahcom chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals. Four Flyers players scored in double figures. Flyers' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Lincoln Weekes responded with 26 points and 7 rebounds and guard Akeem Davis scored 8 points and 9 rebounds. Top scorers: Flyers: L.T-Shawn 21+5reb, B.Selassie 20+7reb, B.Kwame 16+12reb+4ast, A.Kenya 12+9reb+8ast, H.David 11+7reb+3ast, D.Javonte 6+4reb+2ast Ottos: W.Lincoln 26+7reb, B.Warren 9+7reb+4ast, D.Akeem 8+9reb+3ast, B.Michael 7+9reb+1ast, K.Francis 4+4reb, K.Payne 0+9reb+5ast Stingerz - Spanish Heat 78-65 There was no surprise when Spanish Heat was defeated on the road by Stingerz 78-65 on Sunday. Stingerz forced 29 Spanish Heat turnovers. Jayden Andrew stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners and Donte Trimingham chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. Four Stingerz players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Steven Matthew responded with 25 points and 9 rebounds and Jesus Reyes scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Stingerz: T.Donte 17+5reb+1ast, A.Jayden 17+8reb+12ast, D.Benjamin 14+6reb+2ast, B.Tequan 11+9reb+2ast, K.Lee 9+10reb, J.Valerie 7+7reb Spanish Heat: S.Matthew 25+9reb+1ast, R.Jesus 17+8reb+2ast, H.Rolando 7+8reb+1ast, C.Antonio 5+3reb+1ast, F.Wilkin 4+11reb+5ast, P.Israel 4+5reb Cutie Ovals - Potters S. 88-58 An exciting game was played in . Cutie Ovals faced Potters S.. Host Cutie Ovals smashed guests from 88-58. Cutie Ovals forced 34 Potters S. turnovers. American guard Joshua Minner (198-1990, college: MACU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds for the winners and the former international center Alexis Jackson (205-2000) chipped in 3 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. At the losing side guard Cohen Desouza responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Kelvin Simon scored 7 points and 8 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: Cutie Ovals: J.Minner 40+14reb+2ast, K.Edwards 11+3reb+1ast, B.Tavarus 11+4reb+4ast, J.De-Lornge 10+1reb+1ast, P.Delonte 4+1reb, A.Darnell 4+7reb+1ast Potters S.: D.Cohen 11+10reb+4ast, P.Ishaan 7+3reb, K.Simon 7+8reb+1ast, L.McDonald 6+2reb+2ast, C.Quinland 6+1reb, W.Ammiel 4+2reb |
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| La Liga Argentina Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Zarate reach Final Four - by Eurobasket News |
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H.Americano - Racing 79-55 H.Americano made 25-of-30 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game, while Racing only scored four points from the stripe. They outrebounded Racing 39-26 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. 25 personal fouls committed by Racing helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American center Arnold Louis (201-1990, college: SSU) who led his team to a victory with 28 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Ezequiel Paz (190-2001, agency: Interperformances) contributed with 14 points and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Emilio Stucky (198-1994) answered with 16 points and 5 rebounds and power forward Jose Peralta (202-1995) added 10 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Racing. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: H.Americano: A.Louis 28+8reb+2ast, P.Ezequiel 14+4reb+4ast, L.Reyes 10+6reb+2ast, D.Miguel Federico 7+5reb, G.Romero 6+5reb, C.Buemo 5+5reb+1ast Racing: E.Stucky 16+5reb+1ast, J.Peralta 10+5reb+1ast, E.De Pietro 8, T.Gomez 8+3reb+1ast, L.Ortiz 6+4reb, R.Fernandez 5+3reb Ciclista - Zarate Basket 64-99 Zarate Basket shot 60.7 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three nailing 19 long-distance shots on high 57.6 percentage. It was a great evening for Agustin Brocal (191-1997) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points and 7 rebounds. Swingman Lorenzo Capponi (191-1994) helped adding 19 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Zarate Basket players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Manuel Lambrisca (192-1997) with 23 points and center Facundo Jerez (202-1995) scored 4 points and 8 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: Zarate Basket: A.Brocal 23+7reb+2ast, L.Capponi 19+5reb, D.Pineda 17+2reb+1ast, S.Chaine 10+4reb+3ast, L.Andujar 8+5reb+5ast, P.Facundo 8+5reb+2ast Ciclista: M.Lambrisca 23+2reb+2ast, P.Guido 12+1reb, I.Varisco 6+4reb, L.Fernandez 6+3reb+4ast, A.Matias 6+2reb+2ast, R.Marcos 4 San Isidro - Ameghino 69-79 Ameghino dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to San Isidro's 34. It was an exceptional evening for power forward Juan Luis Abeiro (200-1988) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Point guard Emiliano Lezcano (187-2001) accounted for 12 points and 9 assists for the winning side. Swingman Santiago Assum (194-1998) came up with 16 points and 4 assists and Federico Zezular (198-2001) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for San Isidro in the defeat. Top scorers: Ameghino: J.Luis Abeiro 26+13reb+1ast, J.Franca 12+7reb, L.Emiliano 12+2reb+9ast, M.Martinez 8+1reb, C.Zenclussen 6+2reb+3ast, D.Gerbaudo 5+3reb+2ast San Isidro: A.Santiago 16+3reb+4ast, F.Zezular 16+7reb, J.Montero 16+1reb+4ast, J.Cruz Oberto 9+5reb, S.Luduena 6+2reb+5ast, C.Hooper 6+10reb+3ast Libertad - GEPU 91-83 It was an exceptional evening for Augusto Alonso (187-1998, agency: BIG) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 6 assists. Power forward Estefano Simondi (201-1996) accounted for 17 points for the winning side. Five Libertad players scored in double figures. American Tirrell Brown (198-1993, college: OBU) came up with a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds (perfect from the field making all sixteen shots !!!) and Pablo Osores (194-1986) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for GEPU in the defeat. Top scorers: Libertad: A.Alonso 25+4reb+6ast, E.Simondi 17+3reb+3ast, P.Mateo 13+2reb+4ast, J.Eydallin 12+3reb+2ast, J.Wall 11+5reb+4ast, E.Rupcic 11+1reb GEPU: T.Brown 36+13reb, P.Osores 15+6reb+3ast, H.Ponce 10+1ast, A.Lugli 9+4reb+6ast, V.Costa 7+2reb+3ast, R.Haynes 4+2reb+2ast |
| SPB 2023 - Heroes sign Sebastian Mignani - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Mignani has played previously professionally in Iceland (Thor Thorl) and Argentina (Ferro, Canadense, San Martin Marcos Juarez, Dep Viedma and Hispano Americano de Rio Gallegos). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Colombian LPB Clausura in 2022. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian TNA Honorable Mention back in 2015. |
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| BSL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Wins for Gmunden and Vienna - by Eurobasket News |
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Wels - Gmunden 84-92 The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Raiffeisen Flyers Wels won fourth quarter 22-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. 25 personal fouls committed by Raiffeisen Flyers Wels helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American power forward Urald King (198-1990, college: SE Oklahoma) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. The former international guard Daniel Friedrich (181-1992) contributed with 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American forward Donovan Smith (207-1993, college: Quinnipiac) replied with 19 points and 8 rebounds and Lithuanian forward Arvydas Gydra (206-1989) added 19 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Raiffeisen Flyers Wels. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Wels: D.Smith 19+8reb, A.Gydra 19+7reb+1ast, A.Awosika 15+2reb+6ast, C.von Fintel 13+2reb+2ast, C.Jeter 7+11reb+2ast, E.Jakupovic 7+2ast Gmunden: U.King 24+12reb+2ast, D.Friedrich 23+6reb+2ast, D.Green 14+7reb, T.Blazan 13+6reb+4ast, B.Guettl 8+2reb+3ast, D.Lautier-Ogunleye 4+1reb+3ast Klosterneuburg - Vienna 69-82 Dukes were tied at the half but could not keep up in last two quarters eventually losing the game. BC Vienna players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. The former international forward Enis Murati (194-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 21 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international center Jozo Rados (206-1993) chipped in 14 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. American Kevin Bracy-Davis (202-1995, college: Davis & Elkins) responded with 12 points and 5 rebounds and the former international guard Valentin Bauer (183-1994, college: Mars Hill) scored 13 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Dukes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Klosterneuburg: P.Miletic 16+2reb, V.Bauer 13+2reb+3ast, K.Bracy-Davis 12+5reb+3ast, A.Fripp 10+1reb+1ast, Y.Rabinowitz 8+3reb, B.Blazevic 4+7reb+1ast Vienna: E.Murati 21+3reb+6ast, N.Milosevic 14+3reb, J.Rados 14+11reb+2ast, B.Vujosevic 10+3reb+11ast, I.Siriscevic 7+4reb, C.Mateo 7+3reb |
| LZ Traiskirchen Lions claim U19 League title - by Eurobasket News |
| LZ Traiskirchen Lions are the U19 League champions. They nipped Vienna United 80-78 in the Final on Sunday. It was a close battle from start to finish with the Lions snatching a tough triumph at the end. St.Poelten earned the third position as they beat Timberwolves 96-81 in the consolation final. |
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| Samkelo Cele gets MVP of the Week award for Basketball Africa League (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 25-year old guard had the game-high 28 points adding eight rebounds and three assists for Cape Town T. in his team's victory, helping them to beat City Oilers (#5, 1-4) 80-70. Cape Town T. maintains the 4th position in Basketball Africa League . Cape Town T. is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 2-3 record. In the team's last game Cele had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Cape Town T., being already a very valuable addition to the team. Samkelo Cele averages this season 12.6ppg and 5.6rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American point guard Najeal Young (198-PG-1994) of Fer.Beira. Young impressed basketball fans with 29 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Fer.Beira lost that game 75-96 to slightly lower-ranked City Oilers (#5, 1-4). Fer.Beira managed to keep the same 3rd spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 2-3 record. Young is one of the most experienced players at Fer.Beira and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.6ppg (#2). He also registered 7.2 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Falando Jones (193-SF-1990, agency: AG Sports Solutions) of City Oilers (#5). Jones scored 27 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Despite Jones' great performance City Oilers lost 70-80 to slightly higher-ranked Cape Town T. (#4, 2-3). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. City Oilers can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 1-4 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Jones has individually a great season in Basketball Africa League. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.6ppg (best scorer). Other top performing players last week: 4. Carlos Morais (192-SG-1985) of P.Luanda - 34 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Corey Webster (188-SG-1988) of Al Ahly - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 6. Germaine Roebuck (196-SF-1997) of City Oilers - 23 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Omar Oraby (218-C-1991) of Al Ahly - 20 points and 8 rebounds 8. James Justice (178-SG-1989) of City Oilers - 25 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Mike Nwabuzor (188-G-1996) of SLAC - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Ehab Amin (193-G-1995) of Al Ahly - 16 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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| Pro Basketball League Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Mechelen make it into semifinal round - by Eurobasket News |
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Mechelen - Leuven 98-89 Kangoeroes made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Kangoeroes especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Domien Loubry (186-1985) who scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all six shots). Nigerian center Richmond Aririguzoh (206-1998, college: Princeton) chipped in 20 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Brevin Pritzl (191-1996, college: Wisconsin) who recorded 32 points (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and the other American import point guard Joshua Heath (186-1994, college: Georgia Tech) added 19 points, 8 assists and 4 steals respectively. Five Kangoeroes and four Leuven Bears players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Mechelen: R.Aririguzoh 20+4reb+1ast, J.Foerts 20+3reb+1ast, D.Loubry 17+6reb+5ast, V.Buggenhout Jo 14+4reb+4ast, W.Boss Mukubu 12+4reb+6ast, J.Harris 10+6reb+1ast Leuven: B.Pritzl 32+2reb, J.Heath 19+8ast, K.Allen 12+4reb+1ast, N.McGlynn 10+8reb, J.Fulkerson 9+8reb+2ast, T.Vanderhaegen 5+3reb+1ast |
| Logan Mukeba transfers to Chadron State College - by Eurobasket News | |
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Chadron State College strengthened their roster with addition of Belgian 6-5 swingman Logan Mukeba for upcoming season. Mukeba originally came from Carleroi, and he is moving here from University of Missouri - Kansas City (NCAA Division I) where he played only for one year. |
| BOLIVIA |
| Simon's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He had a double-double of 24 points and 10 rebounds, while his team beat CAN Oruro (5-3) 78-70. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Saracho is placed at 2nd position in Bolivian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Saracho will need more victories to improve their 5-3 record. Simon just recently signed at Saracho, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Simon has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (6th best: 19.4ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 11.8rpg) and averages solid 1.4bpg and 66.3% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Detrek Browning (183-PG, agency: BIG) of CAN Oruro. He is American guard in his first season at CAN Oruro. In the last game Browning recorded impressive 33 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as CAN Oruro lost that game 70-78 to slightly higher-ranked Saracho (5-3). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. CAN Oruro still maintains its place in the top 3 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 5-3 record is not bad at all. Browning is one of the most experienced players at CAN Oruro and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 29.4ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 8.5rpg and 3.3apg. Third place about best performers goes to swingman Spencer Collins (194-G/F-1993) of Leones (#10). Collins scored 24 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Leones, leading his team to a 91-76 easy win against slightly higher-ranked Carl A-Z (#8, 3-5). Leones can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-6 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Collins has a very solid season. In 8 games in Bolivia he scored 19.0ppg. He also has 5.4rpg and FGP: 61.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Diego Romero (206-C-1982) of Carl A-Z - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 5. James Edmond (205-F-1991) of Leones - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Michael Viscarra (SF-2001) of Leones - 15 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Roberto Orresta (177-PG-1991) of Carl A-Z - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Cristhian Delgado (184-G-1993) of Saracho - 9 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Martin Ochoa (185-PG-1994) of Leones - 10 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Jarius Shumpert (203-F/C) of Saracho - 10 points and 5 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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| NBB Round 4 of Quarter-Finals. Flamengo and Sao Paulo enter semis - by Eurobasket News |
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Sao Paulo - Pinheiros 85-73 Sao Paulo made 22-of-28 charity shots (78.6 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Pinheiros turnovers. Strangely Pinheiros outrebounded Sao Paulo 47-34 including 32 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by the former international point guard Elinho Corazza (191-1989, college: Miami Dade CC) who scored that evening 9 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists and the former international forward Marquinhos Vieira (207-1984) supported him with 20 points. Four Sao Paulo players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 15 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) by the former international center Dikembe Andre (206-1999) did not help to save the game for Pinheiros. Guard Matheus Eugeniusz (193-2000) added 18 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Pinheiros' coach David Pelosini rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Sao Paulo: M.Vieira 20+4reb+2ast, C.Bennett 17+3reb+1ast, T.Da Silva 15+9reb, H.Coelho 10+2reb+3ast, E.Corazza 9+8reb+12ast, L.Siewert 7+6reb Pinheiros: E.Matheus 18+6reb+2ast, R.Munford 15+10reb, D.Andre 15+10reb+3ast, B.Jonas 6+1reb+4ast, D.Yan 5+5reb+1ast, D.Penteado 5 Minas - Paulistano 68-83 Gui Abreu (199-1999) fired 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Victor Camilo (203-1997) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Five Paulistano players scored in double figures. American guard Shaquille Johnson (191-1990, college: Marshall) produced 11 points and the former international point guard Alexey Borges (185-1995) added 9 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Paulistano: V.Camilo 15+6reb+1ast, G.Abreu 15+8reb+5ast, B.Adyel 11+2reb+3ast, K.Crescenzi 10+7reb+3ast, N.Barnes 10+2reb+6ast, B.Anderson 7+4reb Minas: S.Johnson 11+3reb+3ast, W.Ferreira 11+2reb+1ast, E.Ewing 9+5reb, A.Borges 9+2reb+6ast, A.Paranhos 9+5reb+1ast, R.Lenz 8+6reb Flamengo - Bauru 86-84 Flamengo looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Paschoalotto/Bauru helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international Gabriel Galvanini (202-1998) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 7 rebounds and the former international center Rafael Hettsheimeir (210-1986) who added 18 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Flamengo's coach Gustavo Conti used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Anderson Rodrigues (207-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and the former international guard Alex Garcia (190-1980, agency: Interperformances) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Flamengo and five Paschoalotto/Bauru players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Flamengo: M.Cuello 19+4reb+2ast, R.Hettsheimeir 18+6reb+2ast, G.Galvanini 18+7reb+2ast, J.Vildoza 13+2reb+7ast, R.Fischer 7+3reb+5ast, L.Martinez 3+2reb+1ast Bauru: R.Anderson 19+11reb+1ast, G.Barbosa 17+6reb, J.Machuca 17+2reb+5ast, A.Garcia 14+5reb+9ast, D.Brite 13+1reb+1ast, D.Fuzaro 3+3reb+4ast Sesi Franca - UniFacisa 100-78 Vivo/Franca shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. The former international point guard Georginho de Paula (197-1996) fired 9 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. International center Lucas Silva (208-1995) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Vivo/Franca's coach Helinho Garcia felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international Antonio Ferreira (200-1994) produced 18 points and 6 rebounds and Argentinian-Italian point guard Facundo Corvalan (190-1998) added 20 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Four UNIFACISA players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Sesi Franca: L.Mariano 18+5reb, S.Scala 15+2reb+3ast, L.Silva 15+6reb+3ast, M.Smith 12+1reb, G.de Paula 9+8reb+7ast, S.Marcio 8+6reb UniFacisa: F.Corvalan 20+1reb+4ast, A.Ferreira 18+6reb+2ast, J.Oliveira 16+4reb+1ast, T.Gaskins 11+1reb+1ast, S.Vega 6+7reb+2ast, G.Hubner 3+2reb+2ast |
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| NBL Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Rilski advance into semifinals - by Eurobasket News |
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Rilski - Akademik P. 97-76 Rilski made 30-of-34 free shots (88.2 percent) during the game. 29 personal fouls committed by Akademik P. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American forward Demajeo Wiggins (208-1997, college: BGSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international Chavdar Kostov (196-1988, agency: BIG) contributed with 18 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) for the winners. American power forward Tony Gugino (207-1986, college: Hillsdale) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and the former international Vasil Bachev (195-1992, college: Cuesta JC) added 15 points in the effort for Akademik P.Five Rilski and four Akademik P. players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Rilski: C.Kostov 18+2reb+3ast, D.Wiggins 17+11reb+4ast, D.Karamfilov 14+1reb+5ast, Y.Minchev 14+4reb+2ast, K.Minkov 12+1reb, E.Battey 7+1ast Akademik P.: V.Bachev 15+2reb+2ast, T.Gugino 15+10reb, M.Krastomir 12+4reb+3ast, T.Minkov 11+5reb+3ast, A.Milov 8+3reb, E.Hadjirusev 7+1reb+5ast |
| CANADA |
| Roydell Clarke will continue his college career at St.Peter's - by Eurobasket News |
| Saint Peter's University tabbed Canadian 5-11 point guard Roydell Clarke for new season. Clarke moved there from St. Francis Xavier University (U Sports) where he played only for one year. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Shemar Rathan-Mayes commits to University of North Carolina Wilmington - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He graduated Orangeville Prep (Mono, ON) in 2020, which he joined from Huntington High. His team won OSBA Championship and he was also selected to OSBA All-Stars Second Team and BioSteel All-Canadian Game that year. Rathan-Mayes represented Canada at the World Cup U17 in Argentina five years ago. Rathan-Mayes' team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 6.3ppg, 1.9rpg, 4.0apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 25.9%, 3PT: 35.0%, FT: 81.8%. |
| CHILE |
| Jerry Evans claims Chilean LNB weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 32-year old forward had a double-double of 39 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team outclassed Puerto Montt (#11, 9-19) with 45-point margin 115-70. It allowed Concepcion to consolidate first place in the Chilean LNB. Concepcion have a solid 25-3 record. In the team's last game Evans had a remarkable nine three-pointers out of 17 attempts. It's his second year at Concepcion and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Jerry Evans averages this season 17.8ppg and 7.5rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American center Roquez Johnson (201-C-1992, agency: BIG) of Valdivia. Johnson impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 34 points and 16 rebounds. It was enough for Valdivia to edge the lower-ranked Catolica (#12, 8-20) by 5 points 92-87. This victory allowed Valdivia to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 18-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Johnson is one of the most experienced players at Valdivia and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.4ppg (#6). He also registered 10.8 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Stephen Maxwell (201-F-1993) of Ancud (#3). Maxwell got into 30-points club by scoring 34 points in the last round. He went also for eleven rebounds . He was a key player of Ancud, leading his team to a 89-81 win against the lower-ranked Tinguiririca (#14, 3-24). Ancud needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 19 victories and 7 lost games. Maxwell has a great season in Chile. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 26.1ppg (best scorer). Other top performing players last week: 4. Chris Perry (203-F-1994) of Quilicura - 25 points and 14 rebounds 5. Gianncarlo Caraboni (F) of Tinguiririca - 32 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Gabriel Diaz (SG-1999) of Castro - 24 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Dennis McKinney (194-F-1998) of Puente Alto - 28 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Josh Morris (203-F-1993) of Puerto Montt - 24 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Cristian Amicucci (200-F/C-1985) of Las Animas - 20 points and 8 rebounds 10. Rodrigo Gallegos (186-PG-1991) of Ancud - 18 points, 13 rebounds and 9 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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| LNB2 Round 4: Brisas are defeated by Stadio Italiano in a derby game - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Santiago: Stadio Italiano (#3) and Brisas (#6). Brisas were defeated at home 59-73 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of Sebastian Reinoso (-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and guard Cesar Belmar (-2002) who added 11 points and 7 assists during the contest. At the losing side power forward Sascha Frings (202-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Stadio Italiano (3-1) moved-up to second place. Brisas at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Boston College. Stadio Italiano will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Brisas will play on the road against the league's leader Sportiva Italiana (#1) in Valparaiso and hope to get finally their first victory. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Municipal C. (1-2) against seventh ranked Tomas L. (1-3) on Saturday night. Host Municipal C. was defeated by Tomas L. in 83-70. The winners were led by forward Andres Lavin (-1995) who scored that evening 17 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and Esteban Castro supported him with 17 points and 9 rebounds. Even 14 points by Argentinian forward Andres Martinez (-1987) did not help to save the game for Municipal C.. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tomas L. maintains seventh position with 1-3 record. Municipal C. at the other side dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with Liceo Curico and Luis Matte. Tomas L. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Municipal C. will play on the road against the league's leader Liceo PN (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory. Very important is a home loss of second ranked Aleman (2-2) against sixth ranked Truenos (1-1) on Saturday night. Host Aleman was defeated by Truenos in a tough game in Puerto Varas 72-76. Nick Morales fired a double-double by scoring 27 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Truenos' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Jose Campos produced 19 points for lost side. Truenos left bottom position moving up to third place, which they share with Colo Colo. Loser Aleman keeps the second position with two games lost. They share it with Sergio Ceppi. Truenos will meet at home Liceo Curico (#6) in the next round. Aleman will play against Colo Colo (#3) in Santiago and it may be a tough game between close rivals. In the last two games of round 4 Luis Matte lost to Sergio Ceppi on the opponent's court 69-73. Liceo Curico lost to undefeated Liceo PN in a home game 52-85.
Municipal C. - Tomas L. 70-83 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Municipal C. (1-2) against seventh ranked Tomas L. (1-3) on Saturday night. Host Municipal C. was defeated by Tomas L. in 83-70. Tomas L. forced 19 Municipal C. turnovers. Municipal C. was plagued by 30 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by forward Andres Lavin (-1995) who scored that evening 17 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and forward Esteban Castro (-1999) supported him with 17 points and 9 rebounds. Five Tomas L. players scored in double figures. Even 14 points by Argentinian forward Andres Martinez (-1987) did not help to save the game for Municipal C.. Center Matias Villagran (199-1988) added 7 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tomas L. maintains seventh position with 1-3 record. Municipal C. at the other side dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with Liceo Curico and Luis Matte. Tomas L. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Municipal C. will play on the road against the league's leader Liceo PN (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Municipal C.: M.Andres 14+2reb, E.Viveros 11+1reb+1ast, M.Villagran 7+7reb, I.Riquelme 7+3reb+1ast, F.Diego 6+4reb+2ast, M.Castro 6+6reb Tomas L.: L.Andres 17+6reb+7ast, C.Esteban 17+9reb+1ast, V.Farias 15+5reb+1ast, S.Felipe 11+3reb, V.Cerda 11+5reb+1ast, B.Ivan 6+6reb Sergio Ceppi - Luis Matte 73-69 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Santiago where 4th ranked Luis Matte (1-2) was defeated by fifth ranked Sergio Ceppi (2-2) 73-69 on Saturday. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Sergio Ceppi forced 20 Luis Matte turnovers. Strangely Luis Matte outrebounded Sergio Ceppi 44-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. Camilo Figueroa (-1995) fired 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Boris Guerra (-1987) chipped in 18 points. Four Sergio Ceppi players scored in double figures. Venezuelan Cristhian Poleo (-1992) produced 8 points, 18 rebounds and 5 blocks and Franco Garrido (181) added 8 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Luis Matte's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sergio Ceppi moved-up to second place, which they share with Aleman. Loser Luis Matte dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Liceo Curico and Municipal C.. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Boston College. Top scorers: Luis Matte: I.Pacheco 13+4reb+4ast, A.Guzman 12+5reb+1ast, R.Reyes 11+3reb+2ast, C.Sanchez 10+2reb+3ast, P.Cristhian 8+18reb, F.Garrido 8+10reb+6ast Sergio Ceppi: B.Guerra 18+4reb+1ast, F.Camilo 18+7reb+1ast, G.Gabriel 12+3reb, S.Rodrigo 11+3reb, P.Ariel 6+1reb, F.Aguilera 4+1reb+3ast Brisas - Stadio Italiano 59-73 The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Santiago: Stadio Italiano (#3) and Brisas (#6). Brisas were defeated at home 59-73 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of Sebastian Reinoso (-1997) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and guard Cesar Belmar (-2002) who added 11 points and 7 assists during the contest. At the losing side power forward Sascha Frings (202-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and Miguel Granados scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Stadio Italiano (3-1) moved-up to second place. Brisas at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Boston College. Stadio Italiano will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Brisas will play on the road against the league's leader Sportiva Italiana (#1) in Valparaiso and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Brisas: G.Miguel 18+7reb+2ast, S.Frings 18+11reb+3ast, F.Oyarzun 8+3reb+2ast, S.Roa 6+6reb+2ast, C.Castillo 4+4reb, C.Parraguirre 3+2reb+2ast Stadio Italiano: S.Reinoso 17+12reb+1ast, B.Cesar 11+1reb+7ast, S.Gabriel 10+1reb+2ast, S.Vicente 9+2reb, F.Ferrer 7+6reb+2ast, G.David 6+1reb Aleman - Truenos 72-76 Very important is a home loss of second ranked Aleman (2-2) against sixth ranked Truenos (1-1) on Saturday night. Host Aleman was defeated by Truenos in a tough game in Puerto Varas 72-76. Truenos dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Aleman's 32. They outrebounded Aleman 48-35 including 18 on the offensive glass. Truenos looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Forward Nick Morales (187-1985) fired a double-double by scoring 27 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Forward Alessandro Morales (-1998) chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Truenos' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Jose Campos (-2002) produced 19 points and Pablo Ulloa (-2002) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Truenos left bottom position moving up to third place, which they share with Colo Colo. Loser Aleman keeps the second position with two games lost. They share it with Sergio Ceppi. Truenos will meet at home Liceo Curico (#6) in the next round. Aleman will play against Colo Colo (#3) in Santiago and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Aleman: C.Jose 19+4reb+3ast, U.Pablo 15+5reb+1ast, B.Gabriel 15+2reb+1ast, D.Velasquez 8+3reb+1ast, C.Rafael 8+3reb+1ast, C.Renato 5+2reb+1ast Truenos: N.Morales 27+14reb+5ast, M.Martin 15+8reb+1ast, M.Alessandro 15+7reb+7ast, A.Hans 7+3reb, R.Benjamin 5+4reb+4ast, M.Diego 3+3reb+1ast Liceo Curico - Liceo PN 52-85 Rather predictable result when top-ranked Liceo PN (4-0) smashed on the road 5th ranked Liceo Curico (1-2) 85-52 on Saturday. Liceo PN have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Loser Liceo Curico keeps the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with Luis Matte and Municipal C.. Liceo PN will meet at home Municipal C. (#5) in the next round. Liceo Curico will play against Truenos in Talca and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
| CHINA |
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| CBA Round 1 of Finals. Liaoning earn first victory - by Eurobasket News |
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Zhejiang GB. - Liaoning FL 99-107 Flying Leopards made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Flying Leopards made 9 blocks. The former international point guard Jiwei Zhao (184-1995) fired 29 points and 5 assists for the winners. American guard Kyle Fogg (191-1990, college: Arizona) chipped in 26 points. American forward Moses Wright (206-1998, college: Georgia Tech) produced 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international Shuaipeng Cheng (191-1999) added 21 points and 10 assists respectively for lost side. 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: Zhejiang GB.: W.Moses 21+8reb+6ast, C.Shuaipeng 21+3reb+10ast, L.Zeyi 12+8reb+1ast, W.Yibo 12+3reb+4ast, L.Wenbo 10+2reb, W.Qian 9+4reb+3ast Liaoning FL: Z.Jiwei 29+1reb+5ast, F.Kyle 26+4reb+3ast, H.Dejun 20+11reb+2ast, Z.Zhenlin 13+10reb+10ast, F.Hao 6+2reb, M.Eric 5+4reb+1ast |
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| Juan Laterza claims Colombian Liga Wplay weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old playmaker had the game-high 27 points adding four rebounds and four assists for Titanes in his team's victory, helping them to crush, the league's bottom-ranked team Motilones (#5, 0-4) with 24-point margin 90-66. It allowed Titanes to consolidate first place in the Colombian Liga Wplay. Titanes have a solid 5-1 record. In the team's last game Laterza had a remarkable nine three-pointers out of 13 attempts. He just recently signed at Titanes, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Laterza has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in assists (3rd best: 4.3apg) and averages solid 42.5% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international point guard Juan Cardenas (201-PG-1997) of Cafeteros. Cardenas impressed basketball fans with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Cafeteros to another comfortable win outscoring the higher-ranked Carrib.Storm (#1, 3-1) 87-66. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group B. Cafeteros consolidated its place in top 4 of the standings. His team's 1-1 record is not bad at all. Cardenas is one of the most experienced players at Cafeteros and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was another Cafeteros' star - American Onno Steger (196-F, agency: Helping Ballers). Steger scored 24 points and grabbed six rebounds. He was another key player of Cafeteros, helping his team with a 87-66 easy win against #1 ranked Carrib.Storm. Cafeteros needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Group B. Their record at this point is 1 victory and 1 lost game. Steger has a very solid season. In 2 games in Colombia he scored 22.5ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Soren De Luque (196-PF-1998) of Titanes - 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Romario Roque (180-G-1998) of Carrib.Storm - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Jose Defelippo (186-SG-1997) of Titanes - 13 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Alvaro Pena (197-SG-1995) of Cafeteros - 9 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Gianfranco Espinosa) of Cimarrones - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Panagiotis Filippakos (202-F/C-1994) of Team Cali - 15 points and 5 rebounds 10. Nick Evans (210-F-1988) of Cimarrones - 12 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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| Liga Wplay Round 5: Cafeteros hand first defeat to Storm - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Liga WPlay. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Undefeated Storm (3-1) recorded its first loss in San Andres Island on Saturday night. Hosts were rolled over by fourth ranked Cafeteros (1-1) 87-66. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Storm. Cafeteros forced 21 Storm turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Onno Steger (196, college: WCU, agency: Helping Ballers) who scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import guard JaQuaylon Mays (185-2000, college: Fort Lewis) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. The former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) produced 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the hosts. Storm's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Cafeteros maintains fourth place with 1-1 record. Storm at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Piratas. Cafeteros are looking forward to face higher ranked Team Cali (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Storm will have a break next round. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Quibdo-Choco. Third ranked Cimarrones faced second-ranked Team Cali. Host Cimarrones (2-2) defeated guests from Cali (2-2) 60-56. Gianfranco Espinosa orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points and 7 rebounds. Alejandro Minota contributed with 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard John Merchant (187-1989, college: Dowling) answered with 14 points and 9 rebounds for Team Cali. Team Cali's coach Guillermo Moreno rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cimarrones moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Team Cali. Cimarrones will play against Sabios (#5) in Manizales in the next round. Team Cali will play on the road against Cafeteros in Armenia and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cartagena. Third ranked Bucaros faced 4th placed Corsarios. Guests from Bucaramanga (3-2) smashed host Corsarios (0-3) 90-45. Stalin Ortiz stepped up and scored 17 points for the winners. Michael Ramey 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. Bucaros maintains third place with 3-2 record behind leader Carrib.Storm. Loser Corsarios still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Motilones. Bucaros will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Corsarios will play again against Bucaros (#3) and hope to get finally their first victory. In the last game of round 5 Titanes crushed Motilones in Barranquilla 90-66. The best stats of 5th round was 27 points and 4 assists by Juan Laterza of Titanes.
Carrib.Storm - Cafeteros 66-87 Undefeated Storm (3-1) recorded its first loss in San Andres Island on Saturday night. Hosts were rolled over by fourth ranked Cafeteros (1-1) 87-66. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Storm. Cafeteros forced 21 Storm turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Onno Steger (196, college: WCU, agency: Helping Ballers) who scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import guard JaQuaylon Mays (185-2000, college: Fort Lewis) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Four Cafeteros players scored in double figures. The former international guard Romario Roque (180-1998) produced 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and international forward Andres Ibarguen (200-1996, college: Angelo St., agency: Helping Ballers) added 12 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Storm's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Cafeteros maintains fourth place with 1-1 record. Storm at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Piratas. Cafeteros are looking forward to face higher ranked Team Cali (#3) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Storm will have a break next round. Top scorers: Carrib.Storm: R.Roque 22+7reb+5ast, M.Solanas 20+4reb+1ast, A.Ibarguen 12+12reb+2ast, W.Emmil 3+1reb+2ast, J.Hernandez 3+7reb, M.Pope 2+3reb Cafeteros: O.Steger 24+6reb+1ast, J.Mays 18+4reb+4ast, J.Cardenas 15+8reb+2ast, J.Malik 14+3reb+1ast, A.Pena 9+11reb+6ast, C.Arboleda 7+3reb Cimarrones - Team Cali 60-56 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Quibdo-Choco. Third ranked Cimarrones faced second-ranked Team Cali. Host Cimarrones (2-2) defeated guests from Cali (2-2) 60-56. Gianfranco Espinosa orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points and 7 rebounds. The former international forward Alejandro Minota (189-1998) contributed with 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Cimarrones players scored in double figures. American guard John Merchant (187-1989, college: Dowling) answered with 14 points and 9 rebounds and Greek power forward Panagiotis Filippakos (202-1994) added 15 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Team Cali. Team Cali's coach Guillermo Moreno rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cimarrones moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Team Cali. Cimarrones will play against Sabios (#5) in Manizales in the next round. Team Cali will play on the road against Cafeteros in Armenia and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Team Cali: P.Filippakos 15+5reb+1ast, J.Merchant 14+9reb+3ast, S.Ottonello 13+1reb+1ast, M.Samuel 4+1reb, Y.Mendoza 4+5reb+1ast, F.Morales 3+3reb+3ast Cimarrones: E.Gianfranco 19+7reb+2ast, A.Minota 13+5reb+2ast, N.Evans 12+4reb+2ast, D.Highler 10+1reb+1ast, M.Parra 2+1reb+1ast, O.Andres 2+4reb+2ast Corsarios - Bucaros 45-90 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Cartagena. Third ranked Bucaros faced 4th placed Corsarios. Guests from Bucaramanga (3-2) smashed host Corsarios (0-3) 90-45. Bucaros dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Corsarios' 20. The former international forward Stalin Ortiz (190-1981, college: Valpo) stepped up and scored 17 points for the winners and the former international point guard Octavio Munoz (179-2001) chipped in 8 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. American Michael Ramey (194-1993, college: Southern Miss) responded with 16 points and Beiker Anez scored 4 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bucaros maintains third place with 3-2 record behind leader Carrib.Storm. Loser Corsarios still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Motilones. Bucaros will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Corsarios will play again against Bucaros (#3) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Corsarios: M.Ramey 16+3reb, M.Carlos 6+3reb+1ast, Y.Mosquera-Perea 5+3reb, A.Beiker 4+7reb, P.Keiner 4+2reb+1ast, S.Edgar 3+3reb Bucaros: S.Ortiz 17+4reb+1ast, A.Montes 13+1reb+2ast, M.Bermudez 9+6reb+1ast, O.Munoz 8+5reb+5ast, G.Sinconi 8+7reb+1ast, S.Andre 7+8reb+2ast Motilones - Titanes 66-90 There was no surprise in Cucuta where bottom-ranked Motilones (0-3) were crushed by second ranked Titanes (4-1) 90-66 on Sunday. Argentinian point guard Juan Laterza (180-1997) stepped up and scored 27 points and 4 assists for the winners and the former international Soren De Luque (196-1998) chipped in 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Titanes players scored in double figures. American guard Roydell Brown (198-1998, college: McNeese St.) responded with 9 points and 8 rebounds and Argentinian forward Enzo Filipetti (201-2001) scored 12 points. Motilones' coach Juan Manuel Cordoba already knew that his team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Motilones still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Corsarios. Titanes will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Motilones will play again against the league's leader Titanes (#1) and look forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Motilones: L.Moreno 13+1reb, F.Enzo 12+3reb+2ast, M.Colina 10+3reb+1ast, R.Brown 9+8reb+2ast, M.Diego 8+1reb+1ast, M.Juan 6+6reb Titanes: J.Laterza 27+4reb+4ast, D.Luque Soren 18+5reb+4ast, J.Ayarza 16+4reb, J.Defelippo 13+3reb+8ast, J.Lozano 6+2reb, A.Diego 5+4reb |
| LigaWPlay 2023 - CJ Rodriguez (ex Haia AQ) agreed terms with Motilones - by Francisco Vega | ||||
He is a very experienced player. Rodriguez has played also professionally in Argentina (Argentino and Dep Viedma), Mexico (Mineros and Capitanes), Uruguay (Trouville) and Panama (Caballos). Among many awards his team won Mexican LNBP 2020 East Division Regular Season in 2020. He was voted to Latinbasket.com Panamanian LPB Clausura All-Domestic Players Team back in 2018. Rodriguez graduated from Southern Nazarene University in 2016 and it is his seventh season in pro basketball. He played also for Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa for one year. |
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| Prva Liga Round 9 (Second Stage): Kvarner 2010 defeat Dubrovnik - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Dubrovnik (27-4) in Rijeka on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Kvarner 2010 (19-12) 60-51. It was a good game for forward Matej Kostic (195-2003) who led his team to a victory with 15 points and 9 rebounds. Center Danijel Zovko (203-1994) contributed with 12 points and 4 assists for the winners. Bosnian guard Kristijan Sutalo (207-1990) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for Dubrovnik. Kvarner 2010 maintains fourth place with 19-12 record. Dubrovnik at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. Kvarner 2010 are looking forward to face higher ranked Osijek (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Dubrovnik will have a break next round. Important game to mention about took place in Kastela Sucurac. Third ranked Kastela (23-8) saved a 2-point victory at home edging second-best Osijek (23-8) 74-72 in the game for the second place. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Osijek. The former international guard Ante Delas (200-1988) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winners and Josip Vidovic chipped in 15 points and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was Bruno Levanic-Kutin (203-1996) with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Osijek's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kastela moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Osijek. Kastela will play against Omis-Cagalj T. (#6) in Galeb in the next round. Osijek will play at home against Kvarner 2010 (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. A very close game took place in Zagreb between Zagreb and Omis-Cagalj T.. Fifth ranked Zagreb (15-16) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Omis-Cagalj T. (12-19). Zagreb managed to escape with a 2-point win 82-80 in the fight for the fifth place. Stipe Krstanovic nailed a double-double by scoring 13 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winning side. Zagreb's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Karlo Fulgosi came up with 26 points and 7 assists for Omis-Cagalj T. in the defeat. Newly promoted Zagreb maintains fifth place with 15-16 record. Omis-Cagalj T. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 19 games lost. Zagreb will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Omis-Cagalj T. will play against the league's second-placed Kastela (#2) and hope to secure a win. In the last game of round 9 Kvarner 2010 was beaten by Zagreb on the road 74-66.
Kastela - Osijek 74-72 Important game to mention about took place in Kastela Sucurac. Third ranked Kastela (23-8) saved a 2-point victory at home edging second-best Osijek (23-8) 74-72 in the game for the second place. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Osijek. Kastela had a 35-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international guard Ante Delas (200-1988) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) for the winners and point guard Josip Vidovic (182-2000) chipped in 15 points and 5 assists. Four Kastela players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Bruno Levanic-Kutin (203-1996) with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and American point guard Christian Bradford (185-1995, college: Radford) scored 18 points. Osijek's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Kastela moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Osijek. Kastela will play against Omis-Cagalj T. (#6) in Galeb in the next round. Osijek will play at home against Kvarner 2010 (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kastela: A.Delas 17+11reb+5ast, V.Josip 15+4reb+5ast, M.Kedzo 12+5reb+2ast, A.Perkusic 12+11reb, K.Mario 7+4reb+5ast, K.Antonio 7+1reb+2ast Osijek: C.Bradford 18+2reb+2ast, G.Sudzum 16+4reb, B.Levanic-Kutin 11+10reb+3ast, D.Butorac 9+6reb+5ast, F.Krajina 6+2reb, T.Vranjes 6+3reb+2ast Zagreb - Omis-Cagalj T. 82-80 A very close game took place in Zagreb between Zagreb and Omis-Cagalj T.. Fifth ranked Zagreb (15-16) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Omis-Cagalj T. (12-19). Zagreb managed to escape with a 2-point win 82-80 in the fight for the fifth place. Power forward Stipe Krstanovic (205-1993) nailed a double-double by scoring 13 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and guard Kristijan Joksimovic (198-1995, college: Bethany, KS) accounted for 15 points and 5 assists. Five Zagreb players scored in double figures. Zagreb's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Point guard Karlo Fulgosi (179-2001) came up with 26 points and 7 assists and swingman Ivan Rasetina (198-1991) added 22 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Omis-Cagalj T. in the defeat. Newly promoted Zagreb maintains fifth place with 15-16 record. Omis-Cagalj T. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 19 games lost. Zagreb will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Omis-Cagalj T. will play against the league's second-placed Kastela (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Zagreb: K.Joksimovic 15+4reb+5ast, L.Tomic 15+7reb+1ast, S.Krstanovic 13+14reb+4ast, T.Pavao 13+3reb+2ast, K.Lukacic 10+1reb+4ast, D.Joksimovic 6+4reb+1ast Omis-Cagalj T.: K.Fulgosi 26+4reb+7ast, I.Rasetina 22+5reb+2ast, B.Ivan 21+4reb+3ast, I.Jurcevic 5+8reb+1ast, L.Petrasic 4+5reb, M.Roko 2+3ast Kvarner 2010 - Dubrovnik 60-51 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Dubrovnik (27-4) in Rijeka on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by fourth ranked Kvarner 2010 (19-12) 60-51. It was a good game for forward Matej Kostic (195-2003) who led his team to a victory with 15 points and 9 rebounds. Center Danijel Zovko (203-1994) contributed with 12 points and 4 assists for the winners. Bosnian guard Kristijan Sutalo (207-1990) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and forward Gvido Gustin (201-2001) added 11 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Dubrovnik. Kvarner 2010 maintains fourth place with 19-12 record. Dubrovnik at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. Kvarner 2010 are looking forward to face higher ranked Osijek (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Dubrovnik will have a break next round. Top scorers: Kvarner 2010: K.Matej 15+9reb+1ast, D.Zovko 12+4reb+4ast, C.Fells 10+3reb+1ast, J.Naletilic 7+3reb+1ast, I.Kucan 7+6reb+2ast, R.Delpin 5+7reb+4ast Dubrovnik: K.Sutalo 17+13reb, G.Gustin 11+7reb+3ast, P.Dubelj 8+6reb, F.Vujicic 7+3reb+2ast, K.Lovre 4+5reb+1ast, V.Raguz 2+2reb Zagreb - Kvarner 2010 74-66 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when fifth ranked Zagreb (15-16) beat at home 4th placed Kvarner 2010 (19-12) 74-66 on Sunday. Zagreb forced 19 Kvarner 2010 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Power forward Stipe Krstanovic (205-1993) nailed a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and guard Kristijan Joksimovic (198-1995, college: Bethany, KS) accounted for 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Luka Vucic (197-1999) came up with 19 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and center Danijel Zovko (203-1994) added 23 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Kvarner 2010 in the defeat. Newly promoted Zagreb maintains fifth place with 15-16 record. Loser Kvarner 2010 keeps the fourth position with 12 games lost. Zagreb will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kvarner 2010 will play against Osijek (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Zagreb: S.Krstanovic 19+10reb+4ast, K.Joksimovic 16+6reb+5ast, K.Lukacic 13+1reb+3ast, I.Roko 8+4reb+3ast, L.Tomic 8+6reb+3ast, D.Radja 6+6reb+2ast Kvarner 2010: D.Zovko 23+5reb, L.Vucic 19+8reb+7ast, I.Kucan 10+5reb+6ast, D.Cvitkovic 4+5reb+1ast, R.Delpin 4+1reb+3ast, K.Matej 3+5reb+1ast |
| Premijer Liga Round 10 of Second Stage - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round 10 most important game was a victory of Split over their biggest opponent Cibona 81-76 on Friday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Tyrell Nelson (205-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws). The other American import forward Lewis Sullivan (201-1995, college: UAB, agency: BIG) contributed with 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Kresimir Ljubicic (210-1998, agency: AltusBasket) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for Cibona. Split (26-6) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Zadar. Defending champion Cibona dropped to the third place with seven games lost. Bottom-ranked Zabok managed to get a tenth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak. This time they outleveled eighth-ranked Bosco 96-77. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 19-point difference proves that Zabok was well-prepared to that game. Forward Luksa Buljevic (200-2002, agency: PEPI SPORT) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Luka Tomas chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. At the losing side Luka Krajnovic (192-2004) responded with 33 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Zabok (10-22) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Alkar. Newly promoted Bosco keeps the eighth position with 21 games lost. They share it with Skrljevo. Premijer Liga top team - Zadar (26-6) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat sixth ranked Dubrava (13-19) in Zagreb 76-66. Marko Ramljak notched 11 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort. Zadar's coach Daniel Jusup used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Kenan Karahodzic did not help to save the game for Dubrava. Zadar have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-6 record, which they share with Split. Dubrava lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 19 games lost. Other games in round 10 were not that significant. Gorica was beaten by Dinamo on the road 79-73. Skrljevo was destroyed by Alkar on its own court 78-102. Sibenka unfortunately lost to Cedevita Jr. in Zagreb 78-86.
Dinamo - Gorica 79-73 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Dinamo (15-17) beat bottom-ranked Gorica (9-23) in Zagreb 79-73 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Forward Hrvoje Garafolic (196-1990) notched 22 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and swingman Ivan Vucic (195-1996) supported him with 12 points and 6 rebounds. Dinamo's coach Vladimir Anzulovic used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Ivan Majic (194-1998) did not help to save the game for Gorica. The former international Karlo Uljarevic (190-1998, agency: AltusBasket) added 14 points and 5 assists for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Dinamo have a solid four-game winning streak. Newly promoted Dinamo maintains seventh position with 15-17 record. Gorica lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom place with 23 games lost. Top scorers: Gorica: I.Batur 15+7reb, K.Uljarevic 14+4reb+5ast, I.Majic 13+7reb+4ast, J.Gunjina 11+3reb+2ast, T.Jelenkovic 9+2ast, I.Nakic-Vojnovic 8+11reb Dinamo: H.Garafolic 22+2reb+3ast, M.Vrucinic 13+3reb+2ast, I.Vucic 12+6reb+1ast, R.Burrell 10+7reb, I.Novacic 7+3reb+2ast, D.Stipe 6+2ast Skrljevo - Alkar 78-102 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 9th ranked Skrljevo (11-21) was smashed at home by tenth ranked Alkar (10-22) 102-78 on Sunday. Alkar looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American swingman Christian Peevy (201-1998, college: Lynn) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and Bosnian center Imran Polutak (209-1996) supported him with 24 points and 8 rebounds. Four Alkar players scored in double figures. Even 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by American guard Derryck Thornton (190-1997, college: Boston Coll.) did not help to save the game for Skrljevo. Forward Luka Barisic (208-1998, college: W.Illinois) added 9 points and 6 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. Alkar maintains tenth position with 10-22 record, which they share with Zabok. Skrljevo at the other side dropped to the eighth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Bosco. Top scorers: Skrljevo: D.Thornton 20+7reb+7ast, B.Vigo 12+2ast, C.Luka 10+4reb, L.Barisic 9+6reb+1ast, M.Jelic 9+3reb+1ast, M.Rajcic 9+3reb+1ast Alkar: I.Polutak 24+8reb+1ast, C.Peevy 21+11reb+2ast, L.Basic 18+3reb+12ast, H.Vucic 12+4reb+2ast, G.Maric 9+2reb, J.Mirko 7+1reb+2ast Zabok - Bosco 96-77 Bottom-ranked Zabok managed to get a tenth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak. This time they outleveled eighth-ranked Bosco 96-77. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 19-point difference proves that Zabok was well-prepared to that game. They dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Bosco's 36. Zabok forced 19 Bosco turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. Forward Luksa Buljevic (200-2002, agency: PEPI SPORT) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Luka Tomas (197-1999) chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Zabok players scored in double figures. At the losing side Luka Krajnovic (192-2004) responded with 33 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 6 assists and Andrej Matic (200-2003) scored 11 points and 5 blocks. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Zabok (10-22) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Alkar. Newly promoted Bosco keeps the eighth position with 21 games lost. They share it with Skrljevo. Top scorers: Bosco: K.Luka 33+7reb+6ast, M.Andrej 11+3reb+2ast, L.Katura 9+4reb, A.Krapic 8+3reb+1ast, S.Hemphill 6+4reb+1ast, P.Babic 4+1reb+1ast Zabok: L.Buljevic 25+10reb+2ast, M.Perovic 19+7reb+3ast, L.Tomas 15+9reb+6ast, T.Bond 14+6reb+3ast, R.Glasper 8+2reb+6ast, A.Antonic 5+2reb+1ast Cedevita Jr. - Sibenka 86-78 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Cedevita Jr.'s (22-10) home victory over 5th ranked Sibenka (14-18) in Zagreb 86-78 on Friday. Cedevita Jr. made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international Krunoslav Simon (197-1985, agency: AltusBasket) notched 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and guard Emir Sabic (190-1996, college: Lyon, agency: AltusBasket) supported him with 21 points. Even 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by power forward Pavao Paic (205-1998, agency: AltusBasket) did not help to save the game for Sibenka. Luka Skoric (204-2003) added 17 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Five Cedevita Jr. and four Sibenka players scored in double figures. Cedevita Jr. maintains fourth position with 22-10 record. Sibenka at the other side keeps the fifth place with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Sibenka: P.Paic 17+8reb+4ast, L.Skoric 17+5reb+3ast, P.Jambrovic 11+8reb+4ast, P.Matej 10+7reb, K.Antonio 7+2reb+3ast, S.Brocic 6+1reb+3ast Cedevita Jr.: K.Simon 21+6reb+6ast, E.Sabic 21+4reb+3ast, J.Batinic 13+3reb+6ast, R.Serdarusic 10+8reb, I.Vrgoc 10+4reb+2ast, J.Mustapic 6+2reb Cibona - Split 76-81 Round 10 most important game was a victory of Split over their biggest opponent Cibona 81-76 on Friday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Tyrell Nelson (205-1995, college: Gardner-Webb) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws). The other American import forward Lewis Sullivan (201-1995, college: UAB, agency: BIG) contributed with 20 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Split players scored in double figures. The former international center Kresimir Ljubicic (210-1998, agency: AltusBasket) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and international point guard Borna Kapusta (182-1996) added 19 points in the effort for Cibona. Split (26-6) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Zadar. Defending champion Cibona dropped to the third place with seven games lost. Top scorers: Cibona: K.Ljubicic 21+11reb+4ast, B.Kapusta 19+4reb+3ast, S.Smajlagic 12+9reb+2ast, K.Radovcic 8+4reb+4ast, A.Aranitovic 7+2reb+3ast, D.Vukovic 4+1reb Split: L.Sullivan 20+5reb, T.Nelson 17+5reb+4ast, S.Shorter 16+6reb+1ast, D.Mavra 11+1reb+5ast, M.Kalajzic 8+5reb+4ast, R.Ukic 7+2reb+1ast Dubrava - Zadar 66-76 Premijer Liga top team - Zadar (26-6) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat sixth ranked Dubrava (13-19) in Zagreb 76-66. They outrebounded Dubrava 37-25 including a 16-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international swingman Marko Ramljak (201-1993, agency: Interperformances) notched 11 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and American forward Juan Davis (203-1996, college: Troy) supported him with 14 points. Zadar's coach Daniel Jusup used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by Bosnian-Serbian power forward Kenan Karahodzic (209-1996) did not help to save the game for Dubrava. Guard Filip Paponja (189-2002) added 13 points and 5 assists for lost side. Four Dubrava players scored in double figures. Zadar have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-6 record, which they share with Split. Dubrava lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 19 games lost. Top scorers: Dubrava: F.Bjelanovic 15+6reb, M.Bosnjak 14+2reb+3ast, F.Paponja 13+3reb+5ast, K.Karahodzic 11+7reb+4ast, K.Filip 8+3reb, M.Vidovic 4+1reb+1ast Zadar: J.Davis 14+4reb+2ast, A.Mekic 12+4reb+3ast, M.Ramljak 11+6reb+3ast, L.Bozic 9+5reb+4ast, S.Campara 8+4reb+3ast, S.Antonio 7+1reb+2ast |
| Krstanovic's double-double lands him Prva Liga (Second Stage) Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 13 points and 14 rebounds, while his team edged out Omis-Cagalj T. (#6, 12-19) 82-80. Zagreb maintains the 5th position in Croatian Prva Liga. Zagreb is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 16th lost game this season out of 31 games. It was one of impressive evenings for Krstanovic as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Krstanovic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 8.3rpg) and averages solid 2.6spg. Second best performed player last round was Karlo Fulgosi (179-PG-2001) of Omis-Cagalj T.. He is a guard in his 4th season at Omis-Cagalj T.. In the last game Fulgosi recorded impressive 26 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists. Bad luck as Omis-Cagalj T. was edged by slightly higher-ranked Zagreb (#5, 15-16) 82-80. Omis-Cagalj T. managed to keep the same 6th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-19 record. Fulgosi is one of the most experienced players at Omis-Cagalj T. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to another Omis-Cagalj T.'s star - Ivan Bosnjak (2007). Bosnjak scored 21 points. Despite Bosnjak's great performance Omis-Cagalj T. lost 80-82 to slightly higher-ranked Zagreb (#5, 15-16). But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates. The chances of Omis-Cagalj T. not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 19 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Bosnjak could try to bring Omis-Cagalj T.'s a little bit higher in the standings. Bosnjak has a very solid season. In 4 games in Croatia he scored 5.8ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Leon Tomic (200-PF-1996) of Zagreb - 15 points and 7 rebounds 5. Kristijan Sutalo (207-G-1990) of Dubrovnik - 17 points and 13 rebounds 6. Luka Vucic (197-SF-1999) of Kvarner 2010 - 19 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Kristijan Joksimovic (198-G-1995) of Zagreb - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Danijel Zovko (203-C-1994) of Kvarner 2010 - 23 points and 5 rebounds 9. Matej Kostic (195-F-2003) of Kvarner 2010 - 15 points and 9 rebounds 10. Bruno Levanic-Kutin (203-PF-1996) of Osijek - 11 points, 10 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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He had a double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds, while his team lost the game against Split (#1, 26-6) 76-81. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Cibona moved-up to the 3rd position in Croatian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Cibona will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 25-7 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Ljubicic as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Kresimir Ljubicic averages this season 11.4ppg. Second best performed player last round was Luka Krajnovic (192-SG-2004) of Places 7-12 second-ranked Bosco. He is a guard in his first season at Bosco. In the last game Krajnovic recorded impressive 33 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Bad luck as Bosco lost that game 77-96 to the lower-ranked Zabok (#11, 10-22). Bosco managed to keep the same second spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-21 record. Krajnovic is a newcomer at Bosco and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.2ppg (#3). He also registered 4.4 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to swingman Christian Peevy (201-G/F-1998) of Alkar (#4). Peevy scored 21 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Alkar, leading his team to a 102-78 easy win against the lower-ranked Skrljevo (#9, 11-21). The chances of Alkar not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 22 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Peevy could try to bring Alkar's a little bit higher in the standings. Peevy has a very solid season. In 16 games in Croatia he scored 12.6ppg. He also has 5.3rpg and FGP: 55.8%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Imran Polutak (209-C-1996) of Alkar - 24 points and 8 rebounds 5. Marko Perovic (204-C-1992) of Zabok - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Luksa Buljevic (200-F-2002) of Zabok - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Krunoslav Simon (197-SF-1985) of Cedevita Jr. - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Pavao Paic (205-C/F-1998) of Sibenka - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Derryck Thornton (190-G-1997) of Skrljevo - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists 10. Luka Tomas (197-SG-1999) of Zabok - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked Capitalinos (23-5) in La Habana on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by seventh ranked Huracanes (11-17) 59-58. Huracanes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Villa Clara. Capitalinos at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Santiago. The game between second ranked Halcones (23-5) and 6th ranked Lobos (11-17) in Santiago de Cuba ended with biggest points difference. Halcones outscored guests from Villa Clara 103-83. Halcones have a solid four-game winning streak. They used an opportunity after La Habana C. lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Lobos lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Mayabeque. In the last two games of round 28 Artemisa were beaten by Ciego de Avila on the road 67-61. Sancti Spiritus won against Las Tunas on its own court 87-77.
Ciego de Avila - Artemisa 67-61 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Bufalos (15-13) beat 5th ranked Toros (12-16) in Ciego de Avila 67-61. Defending champion maintains third position with 15-13 record having eight points less than leader La Habana C. Toros at the other side keep the fifth place with 16 games lost. Sancti Spiritus - Las Tunas 87-77 Very expected game when 8th ranked Gladiadores (4-24) lost to fourth ranked Yayabo (13-15) in Sancti Spiritus 77-87. Yayabo maintains fourth position with 13-15 record. Gladiadores lost fifth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 24 lost games. Santiago - Villa Clara 103-83 The game between second ranked Halcones (23-5) and 6th ranked Lobos (11-17) in Santiago de Cuba ended with biggest points difference. Halcones outscored guests from Villa Clara 103-83. Halcones have a solid four-game winning streak. They used an opportunity after La Habana C. lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Lobos lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Mayabeque. La Habana C. - Mayabeque 58-59 The most surprising game was another loss of top-ranked Capitalinos (23-5) in La Habana on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by seventh ranked Huracanes (11-17) 59-58. Huracanes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Villa Clara. Capitalinos at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Santiago. |
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| Liga MB Round 2 of Quarter-Finals. Santa Tecla and San Salvador advance into semis - by Eurobasket News |
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Santa Tecla - Santiagueno 105-60 Santa Tecla dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Santiagueno's 46. Santa Tecla forced 20 Santiagueno turnovers and outrebounded them 35-24 including a 31-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Santa Tecla looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Santiagueno's players. The best player for the winners was Cuban forward Yoel Cubillas (204-1994) who scored 13 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Dominican forward Adonis Lopez (-1997) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Five Santa Tecla players scored in double figures. Santa Tecla's coach Ernesto Rodriguez felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard EJ Blackwell (193, college: Lourdes) produced 22 points and American-Colombian center Freddy Asprilla (206-1988, college: Canisius) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Top scorers: Santa Tecla: L.Adonis 17+10reb, C.Arias 17+4reb+4ast, L.Portal 15+1reb+1ast, Y.Cubillas 13+9reb+6ast, R.Gerardo 12+3reb+3ast, N.Najeen 11+1ast Santiagueno: E.Blackwell 22+3reb+3ast, J.Jackson 16+3reb+2ast, F.Asprilla 12+7reb+2ast, A.Alex 5+2reb+1ast, G.Andres 3+2reb+1ast, M.Billy 2+3reb Quezaltepeque - Brujos 72-64 Quezaltepeque forced 21 Brujos turnovers. The best player for the winners was Dominican forward Rayner Moquete (185-1990, college: Binghamton) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Ron Lawton (196-1995, college: NMHU) chipped in 21 points and 7 rebounds. Four Quezaltepeque players scored in double figures. Dominican forward Juan De Los Santos (193-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 rebounds and Guyanese-American center Anthony Moe (207-1990, college: Millersville) added 14 points and 19 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Quezaltepeque: R.Lawton 21+7reb+1ast, J.Barahona 16+1reb, B.Douglas 13+4reb+3ast, R.Moquete 13+13reb+4ast, J.Araujo 4+1reb+2ast, L.Hernandez 3 Brujos: D.Los Santos Juan 28+13reb, A.Moe 14+19reb+2ast, B.Jonatan 13+9reb+1ast, F.Angulo 5+1reb+2ast, P.Andres 2+1reb, J.Crespin 2+1reb Cojute - Metapan 82-77 The best player for the winners was American guard Jeremy Agosto (177-1997, agency: The French Family Consulting) who scored 31 points and 7 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). The other American import center Troidell Carter (206-1991, college: Slippery Rock) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. Canadian Marcus Faison (196-1994, college: Salem St.) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds and American center Darohn Scott (206-1996, college: CMU) added 10 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Cojute: A.Jeremy 31+4reb+7ast, T.Carter 16+13reb+1ast, N.Avalos 15+3reb+1ast, M.William 12+8reb+2ast, J.Flores 3, V.Sebastian 2 Metapan: M.Faison 21+14reb+2ast, L.Hernandez 15, L.Saravia 12+1reb+5ast, D.Scott 10+12reb+1ast, V.Lee 9+4reb+4ast, R.Miranda 5+3ast San Salvador - Fantasmas 80-65 San Salvador dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Fantasmas' 36. San Salvador had a 40-29 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Panamanian Alejandro Grant (199-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 10 rebounds. American swingman Andravious Smith (198-1995, college: Tougaloo) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. American Nick Moore (198-1991, college: Alliance) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import guard Juwuan Carter (193-1996, college: Georgian Court) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: San Salvador: A.Grant 32+10reb+3ast, A.Smith 13+13reb+5ast, B.Garcia 10+8reb+3ast, M.Hinestroza 8+12reb+1ast, L.Valle 4+2reb+2ast, E.Escalante 4+3reb+3ast Fantasmas: J.Carter 15+4reb+2ast, H.Carlos 12+7reb+1ast, N.Moore 10+11reb+5ast, C.Sorto 9+1reb, E.Adan 7+1reb+4ast, M.Josue 6+2ast |
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| Korisliiga Round 3 of Finals. Kauhajoki narrow the deficit - by Eurobasket News |
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Kauhajoki - Seagulls 96-72 The game was mostly controlled by Kauhajoki. Seagulls managed to win fourth quarter 18-17. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Seagulls 41-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Severi Kaukiainen (185-1998, agency: Blacktop Management) who scored 21 points and 4 assists. American forward Lee Skinner (198-1992, college: Wofford) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Five Kauhajoki players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Zena Edosomwan (206-1993, college: Harvard) who recorded 12 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import swingman Jeffrey Carroll (198-1994, college: OK State) added 9 points 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. Top scorers: Kauhajoki: S.Kaukiainen 21+3reb+4ast, D.Dolenc 17+3reb+1ast, H.Kantonen 14+1reb+3ast, J.Crockett 14+8reb+2ast, L.Skinner 14+11reb+1ast, C.Jones 9+3reb+5ast Seagulls: Z.Edosomwan 12+7reb, A.Kanervo 11+1reb, R.Rougeau 10+1reb+1ast, J.Carroll 9+4reb+1ast, S.Laakso 7+2reb, L.Nikkarinen 5+3ast |
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| Dzellat-Diakeno's 31-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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18-year old forward Halvine Dzellat-Diakeno (200-F-2004) put on an amazing game in the last round for Blois and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 32. He had the game-high 31 points adding five rebounds and three assists for Blois in his team's victory, helping them to outclass Paris BA (#18, 2-30) with 31-point margin 104-73. Blois maintains the 4th position in French league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Blois will need more victories to improve their 23-8 record. In the team's last game Dzellat-Diakeno had a remarkable 92.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Blois' top player in his first season with the team. Halvine Dzellat-Diakeno averages this season 14.4ppg and 7.6rpg. Second best performed player last round was Simeon Kalemba (200-SF-2003) of Nanterre. He is a in his first season at Nanterre. In the last game Kalemba recorded impressive double-double of 24 points and 19 rebounds. Of course Nanterre cruised to a 85-74 relatively comfortable win over the higher-ranked Strasbourg (#10, 16-16). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. But Nanterre managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 13th place. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-19 record. Kalemba is a newcomer at Nanterre and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to swingman Guillaume Grotzinger (195-F/G-2004) of Nancy (#7). Grotzinger got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for seven rebounds and six assists. Despite Grotzinger's great performance Nancy lost 75-86 to slightly lower-ranked Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#9, 16-15). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Grotzinger has a great season in France. After 32 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.7ppg (4th best) and assists with 7.7apg (4th best). He also has 2.1spg and FGP: 52.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Lucas Dufeal (204-F-2003) of Cholet - 20 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Hugo Desseignet (175-PG-2003) of Limoges CSP - 28 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Matheo Leray (190-PG-2003) of Cholet - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists 7. Eliot Thillier (188-G-2002) of Blois - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Mathias Van Den Beemt (213-C/F-2001) of Le Mans - 14 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Nilson Morgan Djengbot (188-PG) of Blois - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists 10. Narcisse Ngoy) of Roanne - 12 points, 16 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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| Facey's 36-point game gives him ProB Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 36 points adding six rebounds for Saint Vallier as his team was edged out by Antibes (#6, 19-14) 101-97. Saint Vallier maintains the 18th position in French ProB. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked at the very bottom. They already lost 24 games and recorded just nine victories. In the team's last game Facey 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. Kentan Facey averages this season 9.5ppg and 6.2rpg. Second best performed player last round was Robert Turner III (190-PG-1993, agency: Interperformances) of Stade Rochelais. He is American guard in his first season at Stade Rochelais. In the last game Turner III recorded impressive 34 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Of course he led Stade Rochelais to another comfortable win 85-72 over slightly lower-ranked Denain-Voltaire (#14, 13-20) being unquestionably team leader. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Stade Rochelais keeps 12th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 14-19 record. Turner III is a newcomer at Stade Rochelais and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.6ppg (#2). He also registered 4.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to guard Tray Boyd III (193-G-1998) of Vichy Clermont (#8). Boyd III showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, six rebounds and six assists in the last round. Despite Boyd III's great performance Vichy Clermont lost 84-87 to the higher-ranked Chalons-Reims (#3, 21-12). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Vichy Clermont needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 17 victories and 16 lost games. Boyd III has a great season in France. After 33 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.8ppg (best scorer). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jonathan Hoyaux (194-SG-1988) of St. Chamond - 30 points and 2 rebounds 5. Olivier Cortale (207-PF-1997) of Boulazac - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Nobel Boungou-Colo (202-F-1988) of Antibes - 24 points and 7 rebounds 7. Josh Ajayi (201-F-1996) of St. Chamond - 13 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Bastien Vautier (210-C-1998) of Lille - 24 points and 5 rebounds 9. Elhadji-Digue Diawara (206-F/G-1998) of Quimper - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Tyran De Lattibeaudiere (201-SF-1991) of Orleans - 24 points, 8 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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Chartres - Toulouse 72-85 It was a great evening for Cedric Andre (202-1993) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Point guard Victor Mopsus (179-1999) helped adding 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Toulouse players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American-Icelandic forward Michael Craion (197-1989, college: ORU) with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Jeremy Ricard-Dorigo (200-1994) scored 6 points and 9 rebounds. C'Chartres' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Chartres: M.Craion 18+7reb+4ast, P.Bouloukouet 13+1reb, G.Noel 9+2reb+3ast, V.Mukuna 8+5reb, M.Pellin 8+3reb+6ast, Y.Siegwarth 7+3reb+2ast Toulouse: C.Andre 17+10reb+2ast, M.Kimbrough 15+2ast, S.Mekdad 13+5reb+6ast, V.Mopsus 13+10reb+5ast, T.Gottin 12+2reb+1ast, M.Dadiet 7+1reb Orchies - Caen 77-101 Caen looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. The best player for the winners was power forward Mounir Bernaoui (203-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. Point guard Rida El Amrani (184-1986) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 assists. Four Caen players scored in double figures. Caen's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Aurelien Rigaux (178-1988) who recorded 21 points and 9 assists and point guard Romain Hoeltzel (180-2004) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Top scorers: Orchies: A.Rigaux 21+3reb+9ast, H.Romain 17+6reb+6ast, J.Burton 17+6reb+1ast, G.Duro 7+4reb+2ast, O.Gueye 6, A.Venckus 3+1reb+2ast Caen: M.Bernaoui 22+11reb+2ast, J.Awich 19+6reb+2ast, P.N'Jiba 15+2reb, R.El Amrani 14+3reb+12ast, B.Pope 13+1reb+6ast, C.Ona-Embo 6+2ast Loon-Plage - Tours 76-62 Loon-Plage made 18-of-23 charity shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Loon-Plage outrebounded Tours 43-31 including 32 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for American power forward Ron Anderson Jr (203-1989, college: S.Florida) who led the winners and scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Christopher Dauby (193-1999) accounted for 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Four Loon-Plage players scored in double figures. Swingman Pierre-Etienne Drouault (196-1990) came up with 20 points and 4 assists and guard Valentin Vitale-Boiteux (187-2001) added 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Tours in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Tours: P.Drouault 20+4reb+4ast, S.Suggs 14+3reb+1ast, V.Valentin 11+8reb+4ast, T.Lonzieme 6+5reb+1ast, T.Daval-Braquet 4+2ast, J.Tchicamboud 3+3reb Loon-Plage: D.Christopher 17+8reb, R.Anderson Jr. 17+8reb+3ast, T.Housieaux 12+7reb+1ast, K.Artamonov 11+2ast, R.Antoine 8+2reb+1ast, S.Saumont 5+4reb+2ast Rennes - Boulogne 86-68 Union Rennes forced 20 SO Maritime Boulogne turnovers. Union Rennes looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by SO Maritime Boulogne's players. The best player for the winners was Guinean forward Cheick Sekou-Conde (203-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Leo Behrend (199-1996, college: Ave Maria) chipped in 23 points. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Antoine Bibollet-Ruche (197-1999) who recorded 16 points and 6 rebounds and Serbian-Montenegrin power forward Luka Nikolic (209-1994) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Four SO Maritime Boulogne players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Boulogne: B.Antoine 16+6reb+2ast, L.Nikolic 13+8reb+1ast, T.Vincent 13+2reb+2ast, W.Davis 10+8reb+2ast, M.Mahes 8+1reb+5ast, C.Gassama 4+4reb+1ast Rennes: L.Behrend 23+3reb+1ast, C.Sekou-Conde 22+11reb+4ast, L.Fontaine 11+3reb+8ast, S.Adrien 10+4reb+1ast, I.Sidibe 8+2reb+5ast, E.Guillaume 5+7reb+3ast Mulhouse - Andrezieux 68-73 The best player for the winners was Hugo Dumortier (196-1993) who scored 18 points and 4 steals. Naturalized Mali center Moustapha Diarra (205-1987, college: USF) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Antoine Dudit (181-1997) who recorded 13 points and 4 assists and point guard Frederic Loubaki (195-1997) added 10 points and 5 assists respectively. Top scorers: Mulhouse: A.Dudit 13+2reb+4ast, A.Falzon 12+2reb, F.Loubaki 10+3reb+5ast, V.Serrano 9+5reb+1ast, M.Hugo 6+1ast, M.Benjamin 6 Andrezieux: H.Dumortier 18+4reb+1ast, R.Malonga 15+1reb+3ast, M.Diarra 12+8reb, J.Burrows 9+2reb+1ast, H.Cosse 8+7reb, L.Weber 6+6reb+3ast |
| Betclic ELITE ProA Round 32: Last-ranked Provence Basket beats Cholet Basket - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in Betclic ELITE ProA. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Bottom-ranked Provence Basket managed to get a tenth victory, breaking the two-game losing streak on Friday night. This time they edged sixth-ranked Cholet Basket in Fos-sur-Mer 81-78. Provence Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Cholet Basket's 26. Provence Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Tahjere McCall (193-1994, college: Tennessee St.) who scored 15 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Jamaican center Shevon Thompson (213-1993, college: GMU) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Dominic Artis (188-1993, college: UTEP, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the guests. Provence Basket maintains eighteenth position with 10-22 record. Cholet Basket lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 14 games lost. Provence Basket are looking forward to face higher ranked Sluc Nancy (#16) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Cholet Basket will play against Le Portel (#13) and is hoping to win this game. We should mention about the upset which took place in Blois, where higher ranked Paris (15-17) lost to fifteenth ranked ADA Blois (13-19) in a road game 79-91. Mali forward Amadou Sow (206-1998, college: UCSB) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 9 rebounds. Tyren Johnson contributed with 14 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. International center Ismael Kamagate (211-2001) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds for Paris. ADA Blois moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Le Portel. Paris at the other side keeps the ninth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Strasbourg. ADA Blois will play against higher ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Paris will play against JL Bourg (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game with biggest result difference took place in Strasbourg. Local SIG Strasbourg (15-17) outscored 11th ranked JSF Nanterre (14-18) 90-62 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of JSF Nanterre. Worth to mention a quality performance of DeAndre Lansdowne who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 5 assists. Miralem Halilovic responded with 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. SIG Strasbourg moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Paris. Loser JSF Nanterre keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. They share it with Roanne. SIG Strasbourg will meet at home Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#17) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. JSF Nanterre will play against the league's second-placed Metropolitans (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Rest of the games of round 32 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Dijon defeated Roanne in a road game 88-81. Levallois beat Bourg at home 93-82. Le Portel was destroyed by Le Mans on the opponent's court 99-73. Pau-Lacq-Orthez unfortunately lost to Nancy in a home game 73-83. Limoges recorded a loss to ASVEL on the road 86-103. The best stats of 32th round was 21 points by Lucas Ugolin of Limoges.
Fos-sur-Mer - Cholet 81-78 Bottom-ranked Provence Basket managed to get a tenth victory, breaking the two-game losing streak on Friday night. This time they edged sixth-ranked Cholet Basket in Fos-sur-Mer 81-78. Provence Basket dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Cholet Basket's 26. Provence Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Tahjere McCall (193-1994, college: Tennessee St.) who scored 15 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Jamaican center Shevon Thompson (213-1993, college: GMU) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds. Four Provence Basket players scored in double figures. American guard Dominic Artis (188-1993, college: UTEP, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Boris Dallo (196-1994) added 15 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Provence Basket maintains eighteenth position with 10-22 record. Cholet Basket lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 14 games lost. Provence Basket are looking forward to face higher ranked Sluc Nancy (#16) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Cholet Basket will play against Le Portel (#13) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Fos-sur-Mer: S.Thompson 17+7reb, T.McCall 15+6reb+8ast, G.Green 15+1reb+4ast, M.Barbitch 12+4reb+2ast, A.Dokossi 9+8reb+1ast, F.Gaines 7+1reb+1ast Cholet: D.Artis 23+7reb+5ast, N.Sako 17+8reb+1ast, B.Dallo 15+7reb+6ast, T.Campbell 8+6ast, P.Ellis 7+4reb, B.Bliznyuk 3+2reb+1ast Roanne - Dijon 81-88 There was no surprise when 12th ranked Chorale de Roanne (14-18) was defeated at home by fourth ranked JDA Dijon (20-12) 88-81 on Friday. JDA Dijon looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Slovenian Gregor Hrovat (196-1994, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and American point guard David Holston (173-1986, college: Chicago St.) who added 12 points and 8 assists during the contest. Five JDA Dijon players scored in double figures. American swingman Ronald March (196-1993, college: Philander Smith) responded with 26 points and 6 rebounds and the former international power forward Yannis Morin (208-1993) scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. JDA Dijon have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 20-12 record. Chorale de Roanne lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Nanterre. JDA Dijon will meet at home Gravelines-Dunkerque (#8) in the next round. Chorale de Roanne will play against Limoges CSP Elite and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dijon: G.Hrovat 21+4reb+2ast, J.Alingue 12+7reb, D.Holston 12+3reb+8ast, G.Ware 12+5reb+4ast, M.McDuffie 11+6reb+4ast, M.Mobley 7+2reb+1ast Roanne: R.March 26+6reb+3ast, H.Drell 14+5reb+2ast, Y.Morin 13+6reb+4ast, S.Moody 8+2reb+7ast, J.Gant 6+2reb+1ast, K.Moendadze 6+2reb Levallois - Bourg 93-82 No shocking result in a game in Levallois where second ranked Metropolitans (22-10) defeated 5th ranked JL Bourg (19-13) 93-82 on Sunday. Metropolitans made 22-of-24 free shots (91.7 percent) during the game. Metropolitans outrebounded JL Bourg 36-23 including a 31-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international forward Victor Wembanyama (224-2004) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 12-for-12 from the free throw line !!!) and American power forward TaShawn Thomas (203-1993, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) who added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Metropolitans players scored in double figures. American swingman James Palmer Jr (196-1996, college: Nebraska) responded with 17 points and 5 steals and his fellow American import forward Bryson Williams (203-1998, college: Texas Tech) scored 19 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Metropolitans maintains second position with 22-10 record having four points less than leader Monaco. Loser JL Bourg keeps the fifth place with 13 games lost. Metropolitans will meet JSF Nanterre (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. JL Bourg will play against Paris (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Levallois: W.Victor 25+10reb+4ast, T.Thomas 15+5reb+4ast, L.Konate 14+3reb+1ast, S.Ho You Fat 11+5reb+2ast, C.Bilal 10+7reb, T.Armel 7 Bourg: B.Williams 19+2reb+1ast, J.Palmer Jr. 17+4reb+2ast, K.Kevin 11+5reb, P.Pelos 7+2reb, A.Julien 7+4reb+8ast, B.Hugo 6+3reb+6ast Blois - Paris 91-79 We should mention about the upset which took place in Blois, where higher ranked Paris (15-17) lost to fifteenth ranked ADA Blois (13-19) in a road game 79-91. ADA Blois players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Mali forward Amadou Sow (206-1998, college: UCSB) orchestrated the victory by scoring 21 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Tyren Johnson (201-1988, college: Louisiana) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Four ADA Blois players scored in double figures. International center Ismael Kamagate (211-2001) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds and American guard Tyrone Wallace (196-1994, college: California, agency: Pensack Sports) added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Paris. ADA Blois moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Le Portel. Paris at the other side keeps the ninth position with 17 games lost. They share it with Strasbourg. ADA Blois will play against higher ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Paris will play against JL Bourg (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Blois: A.Sow 21+9reb+1ast, M.N'Diaye 19+8reb, R.Johnson 18+7ast, T.Johnson 14+11reb+3ast, T.Battle 6+2reb+4ast, B.Cingala-Mata 6+1reb+1ast Paris: K.Ismael 19+15reb+1ast, T.Wallace 12+5reb+4ast, K.Allman 11+2reb+1ast, A.Gegic 9+2reb+3ast, J.Begarin 9+5reb+4ast, A.Simms 8+8reb+3ast Le Mans - Le Portel 99-73 Very expected game when 13th ranked Le Portel (13-19) was rolled over on the road by seventh ranked Le Mans (17-15) 99-73 on Saturday. Le Mans outrebounded Le Portel 38-21 including 26 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 62.1 percentage. Le Mans looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Matt Morgan (188-1997, college: Cornell) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 4 assists and the former international guard Terry Tarpey (195-1994, college: William & Mary) who added 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Ivorian-American swingman Charles Abouo (196-1989, college: BYU) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Ryan Mikesell (201-1996, college: Dayton) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Five Le Mans and four Le Portel players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Le Mans maintains seventh position with 17-15 record. Loser Le Portel keeps the thirteenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Blois. Le Mans will meet league's leader Monaco on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Le Portel will play against Cholet Basket (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Le Mans: M.Morgan 26+1reb+4ast, T.Tarpey 17+8reb+4ast, K.Kajami-Keane 12+2reb+8ast, A.N'Doye 12+4reb+9ast, C.McGriff 12+4reb, J.Carlton 9+7reb Le Portel: E.Nzekwesi 14+1reb, R.Mikesell 13+6reb, C.Abouo 11+7reb+2ast, R.Demahis Ballou 10+2reb+1ast, T.Allen 9+1reb+1ast, N.Hifi 6+1ast Pau-Lacq-Orthez - Nancy 73-83 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both sixteenth ranked Sluc Nancy and 17th ranked Pau-Lacq-Orthez had identical 11-20 record. But Pau-Lacq-Orthez was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Nancy 83-73 on Saturday night. Worth to mention a great performance of American Mike Scott (203-1988, college: Virginia) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import guard Caleb Walker (194-1989, college: Nebraska) who added 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Zimbabwean power forward Vitalis Chikoko (208-1991) responded with 13 points and 6 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and American point guard Michael Stockton (185-1989, college: Westminster, UT) scored 13 points and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Pau-Lacq-Orthez's coach Eric Bartecheky rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Sluc Nancy maintains sixteenth position with 12-20 record. Loser Pau-Lacq-Orthez keeps the seventeenth place with 21 games lost. Sluc Nancy will meet at home bottom-ranked Provence Basket (#18) in the next round. Pau-Lacq-Orthez will play against SIG Strasbourg and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nancy: M.Scott 24+7reb+1ast, C.Walker 17+5reb+6ast, K.Boukichou 12+2reb, S.Gombauld 12+9reb+2ast, F.Mason III 9+4reb+2ast, I.Nwamu 4+2ast Pau-Lacq-Orthez: V.Chikoko 13+6reb+3ast, M.Stockton 13+2reb+6ast, L.Sane 12+2reb+2ast, M.Cummings 10+4reb+1ast, G.Sim 9+1reb+3ast, A.Gerald 7+4reb+2ast Strasbourg - Nanterre 90-62 The game with biggest result difference took place in Strasbourg. Local SIG Strasbourg (15-17) outscored 11th ranked JSF Nanterre (14-18) 90-62 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of JSF Nanterre. SIG Strasbourg forced 21 JSF Nanterre turnovers and outrebounded them 40-28 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of American guard DeAndre Lansdowne (188-1989, college: Fort Lewis) who helped to win the game recording 15 points and 5 assists and the former international center Bodian Massa (205-1997) who added 11 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Five SIG Strasbourg players scored in double figures. Bosnian forward Miralem Halilovic (205-1991) responded with 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international point guard Benjamin Sene (188-1994) 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. SIG Strasbourg moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Paris. Loser JSF Nanterre keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. They share it with Roanne. SIG Strasbourg will meet at home Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#17) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. JSF Nanterre will play against the league's second-placed Metropolitans (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Strasbourg: D.Lansdowne 15+4reb+5ast, I.Joseph Udanoh 12+6reb+1ast, L.Cavaliere 12+9reb, M.Keene 12+2reb+4ast, B.Massa 11+10reb+1ast, P.Illan 9 Nanterre: B.Sene 15+1reb+2ast, M.Halilovic 12+9reb+4ast, J.Bibbins 10+2ast, R.Brown 7+4reb+2ast, F.Lucas 6+1reb, L.Dussoulier 4+2reb ASVEL - Limoges 103-86 Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked Limoges CSP Elite (13-20) was defeated on the road by third ranked ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (21-11) 103-86 on Sunday. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket shot 62.7 percent from the field. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket outrebounded Limoges CSP Elite 32-19 including a 24-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Bulgarian-American point guard Dee Bost (188-1989, college: MSU) who helped to win the game recording 21 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and naturalized Senegalese center Youssoupha Fall (221-1995) who added 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Lucas Ugolin (196-2002) responded with 21 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and Czech Tomas Kyzlink (198-1993) scored 17 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains third position with 21-11 record having five points less than leader Monaco. Limoges CSP Elite lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifteenth place with 20 games lost. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket will meet at home ADA Blois (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Limoges CSP Elite will play against Chorale de Roanne and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: ASVEL: D.Bost 21+3reb+3ast, Y.Fall 17+8reb, C.Lombahe-Kahudi 16+5reb+3ast, N.De Colo 10+4reb+3ast, D.Lighty 9+3ast, R.Obasohan 6+2ast Limoges: U.Lucas 21+4reb+1ast, T.Kyzlink 17+1reb+3ast, J.Graves 13+3reb+4ast, N.Lang 10, B.Jones 10+1reb+7ast, D.Rodriguez 7+3reb+1ast |
| Amadou Sow claims French Betclic ELITE ProA weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old forward had the game-high 21 points adding nine rebounds for Blois in his team's victory, helping them to beat Paris (#9, 15-17) 91-79. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Blois is placed at 14th position in French Betclic ELITE ProA. Blois 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 13-19 record. In the team's last game Sow had a remarkable 70.0% from 2-point range. He turned to be Blois' top player in his first season with the team. Amadou Sow averages this season 13.8ppg and 5.2rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international center Ismael Kamagate (211-C-2001) of Paris. Kamagate impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 19 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as Paris lost that game 79-91 to the lower-ranked Blois (#14, 13-19). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Paris keeps 9th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 15-17 record. Kamagate is a newcomer at Paris 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. The third best performed player last round was American Ronald March (196-G/F-1993) of Roanne (#12). March scored 26 points and grabbed six rebounds. Despite March's great performance Roanne lost 81-88 to the higher-ranked Dijon (#4, 20-12). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Roanne ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 18 games, recording just fourteen victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, March could help Roanne to bring them higher in the standings. March has a great season in France. After 32 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.4ppg (3rd best). March attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Other top performing players last week: 4. Neal Sako (210-C-1998) of Cholet - 17 points and 8 rebounds 5. Terry Tarpey (195-G-1994) of Le Mans - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Lucas Ugolin (196-SG-2002) of Limoges - 21 points and 4 rebounds 7. Mbaye N'Diaye (203-SF-1999) of Blois - 19 points and 8 rebounds 8. Youssoupha Fall (221-C-1995) of ASVEL - 17 points and 8 rebounds 9. Victor Wembanyama (224-F-2004) of Levallois - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Caleb Walker (194-G-1989) of Nancy - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 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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| U18 League Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Wings and Tbilisi enter Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Kutaisi - Wings 68-74 Wings forced 19 Kutaisi turnovers. Kutaisi was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Forward Irakli Akhalaia (198-2006) had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and forward Giorgi Nikolaevi (198-2007) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Wings' coach Nika Burjanadze allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Luka Gorgodze (192-2005) responded with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Egnate Gagoshidze (175-2005) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Kutaisi: G.Luka 19+6reb+4ast, G.Egnate 12+7reb, B.Sandro 11+3reb+1ast, S.Ilia 11+5reb, K.Guram 6+4reb, D.Temo 4+4reb Wings: N.Giorgi 18+9reb, A.Irakli 17+14reb+1ast, G.Nikoloz 14+3reb+6ast, K.Giorgi 10+1ast, M.Andria 5+1reb, P.Vache 4+2reb Tbilisi - Rustavi 90-72 The game was mostly controlled by Tbilisi. Rustavi managed to win third quarter 24-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Rustavi 37-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. Tbilisi looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Andria Mgeladze (180) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 8 assists. Guard Beka Machavariani (188) contributed with 16 points and 5 assists for the winners. Four Tbilisi players scored in double figures. Tbilisi's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Davit Gogoladze (183-2005) replied with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 assists and forward Vazha Kechakmadze (196-2006) added 24 points in the effort for Rustavi. Top scorers: Rustavi: K.Vazha 24+3reb+2ast, G.Davit 19+3reb+10ast, G.Nikoloz 8+3reb+2ast, M.Davit 7+4reb, B.Giorgi 5+4reb, C.Nikoloz 3+1reb+3ast Tbilisi: M.Andria 23+4reb+8ast, M.Beka 16+2reb+5ast, B.Nikoloz 14+5reb, D.Giorgi 12+6reb+3ast, K.Otar 8+4reb, K.Levan 6+3reb+4ast |
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| Recap of ProA Round 2 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Bremerhaven - Tuebingen 99-87 Eisbaeren Bremerhaven made 31-of-35 free shots (88.6 percent) during the game, while Tigers only scored thirteen points from the stripe. Eisbaeren Bremerhaven forced 23 Tigers turnovers. 31 personal fouls committed by Tigers helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Center Robert Oehle (209-1988) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points and 5 rebounds. Slovakian point guard Simon Krajcovic (188-1994, college: LMU) contributed with 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Five Eisbaeren Bremerhaven players scored in double figures. Finnish point guard Aatu Kivimaki (185-1997, agency: Blacktop Management) replied with 22 points and 4 assists and American Zac Seljaas (203-1997, college: BYU) added 21 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Tigers. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Tuebingen: A.Kivimaki 22+1reb+4ast, Z.Seljaas 21+6reb, M.Seric 17+6reb+2ast, B.Dibba 8+4reb+1ast, D.Keppeler 5+2reb+3ast, T.Lanmueller 5+1reb+4ast Bremerhaven: R.Oehle 20+5reb+1ast, S.Krajcovic 16+5reb+2ast, J.Reischel 16+1reb+2ast, L.Larysz 13+1reb+3ast, M.Freeman 11+2reb+2ast, D.Norl 7+4reb+1ast Dresden - Giessen 72-89 American point guard Jordan Barnes (178-1997, college: Indiana St.) notched 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) to lead the effort and the other American import forward Justin Martin (199-1990, college: SMU) supported him with 12 points and 8 rebounds. Five 46ers players scored in double figures. Even 15 points and 4 assists by American guard David Kachelries (183-1998, college: SF Austin, agency: Diamond Sports) did not help to save the game for Titans. Swingman Lucien Schmikale (194-1997) added 15 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Top scorers: Dresden: L.Schmikale 15+2reb, D.Kachelries 15+1reb+4ast, J.Narcis 12+4reb, T.Graham 9+4reb+2ast, G.Voigtmann 6+5reb+1ast, L.Zerner 5+3reb+1ast Giessen: J.Barnes 21+6reb+8ast, S.Fundic 16+5reb, R.Nyama 13+5reb+1ast, J.Martin 12+8reb+1ast, E.Wolf 10+6reb+1ast, N.Brauner 6+1ast Artland - Karlsruhe PS 103-75 Artland Dragons outrebounded Lions 39-26 including a 31-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three nailing 15 long-distance shots on high 51.7 percentage. Artland Dragons players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. American forward DeVondre Perry (196-1999, college: Albany) scored 26 points to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Demetrius Ward (188-1990, college: W.Michigan) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Ward is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American point guard Ben Shungu (188-1997, college: Vermont) responded with 18 points and 5 rebounds and naturalized Ivorian guard Bazoumana Kone (190-1993, college: Bremerhaven) scored 10 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Karlsruhe PS: B.Shungu 18+5reb+2ast, L.Cugini 12+2reb, B.Kone 10+4reb+3ast, J.Albus 10+2reb+2ast, L.Cabbil 7+1reb+1ast, D.Bajo 6+5reb+1ast Artland: D.Perry 26+4reb+2ast, D.Ward 17+6reb+3ast, D.Milstead 15+2reb+6ast, W.Christmas 14+6reb+4ast, J.Ratton 9+5reb, D.Zdravevski 7+1ast Hagen - Vechta 81-85 Rasta Vechta made 26-of-34 free shots (76.5 percent) during the game. American Tajuan Agee (201-1997, college: Iona) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and the other American import guard Ryan Schwieger (198-1999, college: Loyola, IL) supported him with 18 points and 6 rebounds. Rasta Vechta's coach Ty Harrelson used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 20 points and 6 assists by American JJ Mann (198-1991, college: Belmont, agency: GoEmpire Group) did not help to save the game for Phoenix Hagen. Center Marcel Kessen (207-1997) added 16 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Hagen: J.Mann 20+3reb+6ast, M.Kessen 16+6reb+1ast, T.Uhlemann 11+3reb+1ast, G.Murphy 10+5reb+5ast, B.Kraushaar 10+2reb+6ast, B.Lorenz 9+5reb Vechta: T.Agee 19+17reb+5ast, R.Schwieger 18+6reb+2ast, J.Ferner 16+3reb, J.Aminu 11+5reb+3ast, N.Bohannon 10+3reb, J.Wolf 6+1reb+3ast |
| BBL Round 34: Telekom Baskets defeat ratiopharm Ulm in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Seventh-ranked ratiopharm Ulm (18-16) gave a tough game to first ranked Telekom Baskets (32-2) in Bonn on Sunday. Telekom Baskets managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of ratiopharm Ulm. Telekom Baskets made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Telekom Baskets had a 32-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. American-North Macedonian point guard TJ Shorts (175-1997, college: UC Davis) scored 30 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists (made all of his fourteen free throws !!!) to lead the charge for the winners and American Collin Malcolm (200-1997, college: WPU) chipped in 9 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Telekom Baskets' coach Tuomas Iisalo used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side American swingman Brandon Paul (193-1991, college: Illinois, agency: Pensack Sports) responded with 23 points and 6 steals. Telekom Baskets have an impressive 20-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 32-2 record. ratiopharm Ulm at the other side keeps the seventh place with 16 games lost. Very important is a road loss of third ranked Bayern Muenchen (25-10) against fourth ranked EWE Baskets (22-12) on Sunday night. Visiting Bayern Muenchen was defeated by EWE Baskets in Oldenburg 88-76. American point guard DeWayne Russell (180-1994, college: GCU) notched 37 points (!!!), 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and Macio Teague supported him with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Even 12 points and 5 steals by American forward Zylan Cheatham (203-1995, college: Arizona St.) did not help to save the game for Bayern Muenchen. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. EWE Baskets have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 22-12 record. Bayern Muenchen lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with ten games lost. An interesting game took place in Goettingen where higher ranked BG Goettingen (19-15) was upset on its own court by seventeenth ranked Skyliners (10-24) 88-82 on Sunday. Lukas Wank fired 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Mark Smith produced a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Skyliners maintains seventeenth position with 10-24 record. Loser BG Goettingen dropped to the fifth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Ludwigsburg. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 34: bottom-ranked Bayreuth lost to Bamberg on the opponent's court 106-120. Braunschweig managed to outperform Hamburg in a home game 88-78. Chemnitz managed to beat Heidelberg on the road 81-74. Rostock defeated Ludwigsburg on its own court 92-87. Crailsheim was beaten by Weissenfels in a road game 79-69. The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists by Myles Stephens of Crailsheim.
Bamberg - Bayreuth 120-106 Very expected game when 18th ranked Bayreuth (6-27) was defeated on the road by twelfth ranked Brose Bamberg (15-19) 120-106 on Sunday. Brose Bamberg dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Bayreuth's 26. They outrebounded Bayreuth 27-16 including a 12-1 advantage in offensive rebounds. Brose Bamberg shot the lights out from three sinking 19 long-distance shots on high 67.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. American guard Patrick Miller (185-1992, college: Tennessee St., agency: Slash Sports) fired 26 points and 9 assists for the winners. The former international Christian Sengfelder (203-1995, college: Boise St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. American point guard Brandon Childress (183-1997, college: Wake Forest) produced 21 points and 8 assists and his fellow American import point guard Otis Livingston II (180-1996, college: GMU) added 23 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Brose Bamberg moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Heidelberg and Wuerzburg. Bayreuth lost fourth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 27 lost games. Top scorers: Bamberg: P.Miller 26+2reb+9ast, S.Reaves 18+2reb+4ast, C.Sengfelder 17+10reb+3ast, P.Heckmann 16+3reb+3ast, S.Young 14+4reb, K.Wohlrath 8+1reb Bayreuth: O.Livingston II 23+1reb+7ast, B.Childress 21+4reb+8ast, K.Bruhnke 17+1reb+1ast, B.Doreth 13+3reb+4ast, S.Grant 11+1reb+1ast, A.Hill 11+3reb+2ast Braunschweig - Hamburg 88-78 There was a small surprise when fifteenth ranked Braunschweig (12-22) defeated at home 13th ranked Hamburg Towers (12-22) 88-78 on Sunday. Braunschweig had a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. American guard RJ Cole (185-1999, college: UConn) fired 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. The other American import forward Dustin Sleva (203-1995, college: Shippensburg) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Four Braunschweig players scored in double figures. Braunschweig's coach Jesus Ramirez allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Ryan Taylor (198-1995, college: Northwestern) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and Slovenian point guard Ziga Samar (197-2001) added 10 points, 12 assists and 5 steals respectively for lost side. Braunschweig moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Crailsheim and Hamburg. Top scorers: Braunschweig: R.Cole 25+6reb+6ast, D.Sleva 17+8reb+2ast, D.Kramer 14+1reb, B.Turudic 11+4reb+1ast, R.Amaize 7+1reb+2ast, J.Bango 6+11reb+1ast Hamburg: R.Taylor 17+7reb+2ast, J.Wohlfarth-Bottermann 15+6reb, L.Schoormann 10, Z.Samar 10+2reb+12ast, L.Meisner 9+5reb+3ast, Y.Childs 7+1reb Bonn - Ulm 85-83 Seventh-ranked ratiopharm Ulm (18-16) gave a tough game to first ranked Telekom Baskets (32-2) in Bonn on Sunday. Telekom Baskets managed to secure only two-point victory 85-83. However their fans expected much easier game. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of ratiopharm Ulm. Telekom Baskets made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Telekom Baskets had a 32-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. American-North Macedonian point guard TJ Shorts (175-1997, college: UC Davis) scored 30 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists (made all of his fourteen free throws !!!) to lead the charge for the winners and American Collin Malcolm (200-1997, college: WPU) chipped in 9 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Shorts is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Telekom Baskets' coach Tuomas Iisalo used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side American swingman Brandon Paul (193-1991, college: Illinois, agency: Pensack Sports) responded with 23 points and 6 steals and his fellow American import forward Josh Hawley (201-1996, college: Tarleton St.) scored 10 points and 8 rebounds. Telekom Baskets have an impressive 20-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 32-2 record. ratiopharm Ulm at the other side keeps the seventh place with 16 games lost. Top scorers: Bonn: T.Shorts 30+6reb+6ast, S.Herrera 12+2reb+1ast, C.Malcolm 9+6reb+1ast, T.Ward 7+7reb+1ast, D.Williams 7+3reb+1ast, K.Tadda 7+2reb Ulm: B.Paul 23+2reb+1ast, J.Hawley 10+8reb, T.Klepeisz 9+2reb+3ast, P.Herkenhoff 9+3reb+2ast, B.Caboclo 9+4reb, Y.Matheus 7+6reb+4ast Goettingen - Frankfurt 82-88 An interesting game took place in Goettingen where higher ranked BG Goettingen (19-15) was upset on its own court by seventeenth ranked Skyliners (10-24) 88-82 on Sunday. Skyliners forced 19 BG Goettingen turnovers. The former international Lukas Wank (199-1997) fired 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American-North Macedonian point guard Jordan Theodore (182-1989, college: Seton Hall) chipped in 20 points and 5 assists. American Mark Smith (193-1999, college: Kansas St.) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Till Pape (206-1997) added 17 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Skyliners and five BG Goettingen players scored in double figures. Skyliners maintains seventeenth position with 10-24 record. Loser BG Goettingen dropped to the fifth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Ludwigsburg. Top scorers: Frankfurt: J.Theodore 20+5ast, L.Wank 20+6reb, M.Haarms 12+7reb+1ast, I.Washington 10+5reb+5ast, D.Cooke Jr. 8+8reb, M.Lewis 8+1reb+3ast Goettingen: T.Pape 17+7reb+1ast, M.Smith 16+11reb+4ast, H.Frey 13+1reb+1ast, R.Edwards 12+4reb+1ast, G.Crandall 11+2reb+9ast, J.Bess 8+4reb+1ast Heidelberg - Chemnitz 74-81 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Chemnitz and 9th ranked MLP Academics Heidelberg had identical 15-18 record. But MLP Academics Heidelberg was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Chemnitz 81-74 on Sunday night. They made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. Kevin Yebo (207-1996) fired 13 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Lithuanian Mindaugas Susinskas (204-1995) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds. Chemnitz's coach Rodrigo Pastore allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Belgian forward Vincent Kesteloot (198-1995) produced 19 points and 8 rebounds and Australian forward Jack McVeigh (203-1996, college: Nebraska) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Chemnitz maintains eighth position with 16-18 record, which they share with Rostock. Loser MLP Academics Heidelberg dropped to the tenth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Bamberg and Wuerzburg. Top scorers: Chemnitz: M.Susinskas 14+5reb+3ast, M.Filipovity 14+3reb, K.Yebo 13+9reb+1ast, J.Richter 10+2reb+1ast, W.Clark 8+2reb+3ast, A.Uguak 7+3reb+1ast Heidelberg: V.Kesteloot 19+8reb, E.Washington 12+1reb+2ast, J.McVeigh 11+8reb+3ast, M.Ugrai 10+4reb+3ast, S.Ely 8+2ast, B.Griffin 6+3reb Oldenburg - Bayern 88-76 Very important is a road loss of third ranked Bayern Muenchen (25-10) against fourth ranked EWE Baskets (22-12) on Sunday night. Visiting Bayern Muenchen was defeated by EWE Baskets in Oldenburg 88-76. They made 17-of-21 charity shots (81.0 percent) during the game. American point guard DeWayne Russell (180-1994, college: GCU) notched 37 points (!!!), 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and the other American import Macio Teague (193-1997, college: Baylor) supported him with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Even 12 points and 5 steals by American forward Zylan Cheatham (203-1995, college: Arizona St.) did not help to save the game for Bayern Muenchen. Ivan Kharchenkov (198-2006) added 13 points for lost side. Four Bayern Muenchen players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. EWE Baskets have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 22-12 record. Bayern Muenchen lost third consecutive game. They keep the third place with ten games lost. Top scorers: Oldenburg: D.Russell 37+4reb+5ast, M.Teague 16+5reb+1ast, T.Holyfield 10+5reb+2ast, H.Gravett 9+4ast, O.Klassen 5+4reb+2ast, N.Agbakoko 3+7reb+1ast Bayern: K.Ivan 13+2reb+3ast, C.Walden 13+1reb+1ast, Z.Cheatham 12+4reb+3ast, O.Jaramaz 10+3reb+2ast, C.Winston 8+1reb+1ast, P.Zipser 6+2reb Rostock - Ludwigsburg 92-87 There was a surprise result in Rostock where tenth ranked Seawolves (16-18) beat higher ranked EnBW Ludwigsburg (19-15) 92-87 on Sunday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Seawolves made 7 blocks. American point guard JeQuan Lewis (185-1994, college: VCU, agency: Octagon Europe) fired 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. The other American import Nijal Pearson (196-1997, college: Texas St., agency: SLN) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Seawolves players scored in double figures. American point guard Jhonathan Dunn (193-1998, college: S.Nazarene) produced 27 points and center Eddy Edigin (203-1995) added 7 points and 13 rebounds respectively for lost side. EnBW Ludwigsburg's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Seawolves moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Chemnitz. Loser EnBW Ludwigsburg keeps the fifth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Goettingen. Top scorers: Rostock: J.Lewis 21+5reb+7ast, S.Mawugbe 16+8reb+2ast, N.Pearson 15+10reb+4ast, D.Alston Jr. 15+8reb+2ast, S.Theis 9+4reb+1ast, C.Carter 6 Ludwigsburg: J.Dunn 27+1reb+3ast, S.Miller 16+2reb+1ast, P.Hubb 10+4reb+7ast, P.Jacob 8+1reb, E.Edigin 7+13reb+1ast, Y.Polas-Bartolo 6+6reb+1ast Weissenfels - Crailsheim 79-69 There was a minor upset in Weissenfels where 14th ranked Hakro Merlins (12-22) were defeated by sixteenth ranked MBC (11-23) 79-69 on Sunday. MBC forced 21 Hakro Merlins turnovers. American swingman Kris Clyburn (198-1996, college: UNLV) fired 14 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The other American import Tremmell Darden (194-1981, college: Niagara) chipped in 9 points and 8 rebounds. Four MBC players scored in double figures. American Myles Stephens (196-1997, college: Princeton) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and Lithuanian Arunas Mikalauskas (203-1997) added 7 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Hakro Merlins' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. MBC maintains sixteenth position with 11-23 record. Loser Hakro Merlins dropped to the thirteenth place with 22 games lost. They share the position with Braunschweig and Hamburg. Top scorers: Weissenfels: K.Clyburn 14+6reb+1ast, M.Breunig 13+5reb, S.Jelks 12+3reb+1ast, A.Kovacevic 11+1reb+4ast, M.Ballock 9+4reb+2ast, T.Darden 9+8reb+1ast Crailsheim: M.Stephens 18+10reb+5ast, J.Batemon 14, A.Midtgaard 9+6reb, A.Mikalauskas 7+4reb+4ast, B.Elias 6+3reb+2ast, M.Stuckey 6+3reb+1ast |
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St. John's University strengthened their roster with addition of Ghanian 6-7 forward Ibine Ayo Sadiku for season 2023-24. Sadiku originally came from Asabi-Kumasi, and he is moving here from Iona College where he played only for one year. In 25 games he recorded just 2.6ppg and 1.5rpg. His team won MAAC Regular Season Championship and MAAC Tournament this year. He graduated Our Saviour Lutheran School (Bronx, NY) in 2022. St. John's University roster for 2023-24: Guard: RJ Luis Forwards: Quinn Slazinski Glenn Taylor Ibine_Ayo Sadiku |
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Zwolle - Leeuwarden 82-101 Leeuwarden shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. The best player for the winners was Icelandic swingman Kristinn Palsson (198-1997, college: Marist) who scored 30 points and 6 rebounds. Canadian guard Keevan Veinot (193-1998, college: Dalhousie) chipped in 19 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Swedish point guard Felix Terins (188-1998) who recorded 16 points and 6 assists and Puerto Rican power forward Arnaldo Toro (203-1997, college: St.John's) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Four Leeuwarden and five Zwolle players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Zwolle: F.Terins 16+1reb+6ast, D.Dukan 15+3reb, B.Van Der Vuurst 12+1reb+2ast, R.De Pagter 12+5reb+1ast, A.Toro 10+10reb+1ast, D.Diculescu 6+5reb+1ast Leeuwarden: K.Palsson 30+6reb+2ast, K.Veinot 19+2reb+6ast, S.Doorson 12+8reb+3ast, K.Warner 10+4reb+1ast, K.Ross 8+3reb+4ast, D.Jurrian 8+2reb+1ast |
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He had the game-high 16 points adding eight rebounds and three assists for Virtus BO in his team's victory, helping them to crush Varese (#6, 17-13) with 16-point margin 98-82. Virtus BO maintains the 2nd position in Italian league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Virtus BO will need more victories to improve their 23-7 record. It's Jaiteh's second year at Virtus BO and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Jaiteh has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (8th best: 6.9rpg) and averages solid 60.8% FGP. Second best performed player last round was J.P. Macura (196-G/F-1995) of Tortona. He is American swingman in his first season at Tortona. In the last game Macura recorded impressive 25 points and 6 rebounds. Bad luck as Tortona was edged by the lower-ranked Pesaro (#10, 13-16) 82-78. Tortona managed to keep the same 3rd spot in the standings. His team's 18-12 record is not bad at all. Macura is a newcomer at Tortona and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard David Logan (185-G-1982) of Scafati (#11). Logan got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He was a key player of Scafati, leading his team to a 92-88 win against slightly higher-ranked Brescia (#9, 14-15). Logan has a great season in Italy. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.4ppg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Mitchell Watt (208-C-1989) of Venezia - 14 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Kruize Pinkins (203-F/C-1993) of Scafati - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Andrea Cinciarini (191-G-1986) of Reggio Emilia - 13 points, 2 rebounds and 14 assists 7. Frank Bartley IV (191-G-1994) of Trieste - 28 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Johannes Voigtmann (211-F/C-1992) of Milano - 16 points and 7 rebounds 9. Jordan Mickey (203-F/C-1994) of Virtus BO - 12 points and 9 rebounds 10. Tornike Shengelia (206-PF-1991) of Virtus BO - 7 points, 13 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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The round was exceptionally exciting as four games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game in the last round took place in Padova between third ranked San Vendemiano (19-11) and ninth ranked Padova Unione (15-15) on Sunday night. San Vendemiano was defeated by Padova Unione on the road 59-69. It was a good game for Mirco Turel (195-1994) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Ivan Morgillo (206-1992, agency: Players Group) contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Bosnian forward Damir Hadzic (203-1997, college: Flagler) replied with 12 points and 8 rebounds for San Vendemiano. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Padova Unione moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Taranto. San Vendemiano at the other side keeps the third position with 11 games lost. They share it with Cassino. An interesting game for Orzinuovi (25-5) which hosted in Orzinuovi 4th ranked Desio (18-12). First ranked Orzinuovi managed to get a 12-point victory 82-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Desio. Guard Ennio Leonzio (191-1994) scored 17 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Mattia Da Campo chipped in 12 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was swingman Matteo Fioravanti (195-1997, agency: SLN) with 20 points and 4 assists. Desio's coach Edoardo Gallazzi rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Orzinuovi maintains first position with 25-5 record, which they share with RO Luiss and Livorno Libertas. Desio at the other side keeps the fourth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Serie B top team - Livorno Libertas (25-5) managed to deliver another win on Sunday. This time they beat tenth ranked Sangiorgese (13-17) in San Giorgio 68-58. Constantin Maralossou notched 13 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort. Even 10 points and 7 rebounds by Sebastiano Bianchi did not help to save the game for Sangiorgese. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Livorno Libertas have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 25-5 record, which they share with RO Luiss and Orzinuovi. Loser Sangiorgese keeps the tenth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. There were no big surprises in other games of round 30: Padova V. was beaten by Vicenza on the road 75-68. Casale Libertas was destroyed by Legnano K. on its own court 69-95. Piombino outscored Gallarate in a road game 94-74. Pavia recorded a loss to Fabo Herons at home 65-79. Langhe Roero was crushed by Livorno Pielle on the opponent's court 94-64. Borgomanero beat Montecatiniterme in a home game 106-93. Campus Varese was destroyed by Oleggio on the road 100-81. Omegna unfortunately lost to Vigevano on its own court 66-72. Mestre rolled over Palermo in a road game 95-65. Monfalcone was defeated by Lumezzane V. at home 70-73. Crema beat Bergamo on the opponent's court 83-79. Vicenza was destroyed by Brianza Casa in a home game 78-104. R.Calabria unfortunately lost to Ragusa on the road 77-94. Cd'Orlando recorded a loss to Padova V. on its own court 81-84. Romagna was crushed by Rieti Real in a road game 65-88. Senigallia was beaten by Fabriano at home 60-75. Fiorenzuola won against Matelica on the opponent's court 77-75. Ozzano managed to outperform Jesi in a home game 88-81. Imola managed to beat Empoli on the road 53-51. Imola Virtus defeated Piacentina on its own court 76-59. Faenza smashed Ancona in a road game 92-73. Cassino destroyed Taranto at home 113-91. Ruvo di Puglia outscored Monopoli AN on the opponent's court 90-54. Teramo was rolled over Roseto in a home game 60-84. Caserta BLE was defeated by RO Luiss on the road 77-70. Salerno beat Sant Antimo on its own court 68-64. Trinita won against Corato Adr. in a road game 82-73. Pescara Bsk A managed to outperform Pozzuoli at home 76-59. Avellino recorded a loss to Bisceglie on the opponent's court 95-83. The most impressive performance of 30th round was 17 points and 7 rebounds by Francesco Paolin of Padova V..
Vicenza - Padova V. 75-68 There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Vicenza (14-16) beat at home 6th ranked Padova V. (18-12) 75-68 on Wednesday. Point guard Valerio Cucchiaro (185-2001, agency: Players Group) notched 17 points to lead the effort and point guard Andrea Ambrosetti (184-1999) supported him with 15 points and 4 assists. Four Vicenza players scored in double figures. Even 17 points and 7 rebounds by point guard Francesco Paolin (190-1995) did not help to save the game for Padova V.. Swingman Leonardo Marangon (197-2005) added 19 points and 5 rebounds (perfect from downtown making all five shots). Despite that victory Vicenza went down to ninth position due to points difference, which they share with Salerno and Pavia. Loser Padova V. dropped to the fourth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Top scorers: Vicenza: C.Valerio 17+4reb+2ast, A.Ambrosetti 15+3reb+4ast, L.Brambilla 13+9reb, T.Djordje 12+5reb+1ast, N.Ianuale 8+8reb+1ast, N.Petrucci 6+3reb+7ast Padova V.: M.Leonardo 19+5reb+2ast, F.Paolin 17+7reb+3ast, F.De Nicolao 12+4reb+3ast, M.Ferrari 8+4reb, F.Ihedioha 4+7reb, M.Lusvarghi 3+3reb Group ACasale Libertas - Legnano K. 69-95Very expected game when 14th ranked Casale Libertas (9-21) were smashed at home by fourth ranked Legnano K. (20-10) 95-69 on Sunday. Legnano K. dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Casale Libertas' 22 and made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Legnano K. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Tommaso Marino (189-1986, agency: SLN) notched 22 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and forward Giacomo Leardini (198-1999) supported him with 15 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Legnano K.'s coach Silvio Saini felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 17 points and 7 rebounds by Alessandro Riva (205-1998) did not help to save the game for Casale Libertas. Point guard Manuel Saladini (182-2002, agency: SLN) added 14 points and 7 assists. Five Legnano K. and four Casale Libertas players scored in double figures. Legnano K. have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 20-10 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Casale Libertas lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the thirteenth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Monopoli AN. Top scorers: Legnano K.: T.Marino 22+2reb+5ast, G.Leardini 15+10reb+1ast, C.Riccardo 14, S.Mazzantini 12+4reb+2ast, G.Drocker 10+6reb+6ast, M.Sacchettini 10+3reb+1ast Casale Libertas: A.Riva 17+7reb+2ast, M.Saladini 14+4reb+7ast, G.De Ros 10+3reb+2ast, J.Igor 10+2reb+1ast, G.Raiteri 5+5reb, A.Pietro 4+1reb+1ast Gallarate - Piombino 74-94 Very predictable result when fifth ranked Piombino (20-10) rolled over on the road 12th ranked Gallarate (11-19) 94-74 on Sunday. Center Edoardo Tiberti (203-1997) notched a double-double by scoring 26 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Fabrizio Piccone (182-1998) supported him with 17 points and 7 rebounds. Even 13 points and 4 assists by point guard Federico Passerini (186-1993) did not help to save the game for Gallarate. Swingman Francesco Gravaghi (197-2003) added 13 points. Five Piombino and four Gallarate players scored in double figures. Gallarate's coach Stefano Gambaro tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Piombino moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Gallarate lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the twelfth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Borgomanero and Teramo. Top scorers: Piombino: E.Tiberti 26+14reb+1ast, C.Bianchi 18+4reb, F.Piccone 17+7reb+1ast, M.Venucci 15+1reb+2ast, A.Denis 12+6reb, A.Azzaro 6+3reb+2ast Gallarate: F.Passerini 13+3reb+4ast, G.Francesco 13+4reb, B.Dejan 10+6reb, A.Filippi 10+3reb, T.Giorgio 9+4reb+2ast, M.Calzavara 7+1reb Pavia - Fabo Herons 65-79 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Pavia (14-16) lost at home to sixth ranked Fabo Herons (18-9) 79-65 on Sunday. Fabo Herons dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Pavia's 22. Fabo Herons forced 19 Pavia turnovers and outrebounded them 38-24 including a 16-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Nicola Natali (201-1988) notched 16 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and center Antonio Lorenzetti (196-1995) supported him with 11 points and 9 rebounds. Fabo Herons' coach Federico Barsotti used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 23 points (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!) by swingman Alessandro Poti (192-1991, agency: SLN) did not help to save the game for Pavia. Cameroonian guard Lionel Abega (190-2004) added 19 points (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Newly promoted Fabo Herons maintains sixth position with 18-9 record. Loser Pavia keeps the ninth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Vicenza and Salerno. Top scorers: Fabo Herons: N.Natali 16+4reb+5ast, A.Chiera 14+3reb+1ast, A.Lorenzetti 11+9reb+1ast, B.Costantino 9+3reb, M.Giancarli 9+4reb+1ast, M.Arrigoni 8+3reb+2ast Pavia: A.Poti 23+4reb+2ast, A.Lionel 19+3reb, F.Oboe 8+3reb+4ast, F.Bedini 6+5reb+2ast, R.Coviello 4+4reb, F.Giampieri 3+1reb Livorno Pielle - Langhe Roero 94-64 Everything went according to plan when third ranked Livorno Pielle (23-7) outplayed at home 16th ranked Langhe Roero (3-27) 94-64 on Sunday. Livorno Pielle made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Livorno Pielle outrebounded Langhe Roero 45-33 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Andrea Lo Biondo (206-1998, college: Winona St.) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and power forward Giovanni Lenti (200-1996, agency: BIG) supported him with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Five Livorno Pielle players scored in double figures. Even 14 points and 5 rebounds by Estonian guard Erik Makke (186-2005) did not help to save the game for Langhe Roero. Center Haward Obakhavbaye (193-2003) added 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. Livorno Pielle moved-up to second place, which they share with Vigevano and Ruvo di Puglia. Loser Langhe Roero keeps the sixteenth position with 27 games lost. Top scorers: Livorno Pielle: A.Lo Biondo 19+14reb+1ast, A.Gian 18+1ast, L.Campori 14+4reb+3ast, G.Lenti 11+10reb+2ast, B.Diouf 10+6reb, L.D'Ercole 7+5reb+3ast Langhe Roero: M.Erik 14+5reb, L.Aaron 10+1reb, C.Matteo 9+2reb+1ast, O.Haward 8+5reb, M.Alleia 7+3reb, E.Adnan 5+5reb+1ast Borgomanero - Montecatiniterme 106-93 There was an upset when higher ranked Montecatiniterme (17-16) lost on the road to thirteenth ranked Borgomanero (11-19) 106-93 on Saturday. Borgomanero shot 61.7 percent from the field. Borgomanero outrebounded Montecatiniterme 36-25 including a 29-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 53.3 percentage. Guard Alberto Fragonara (186-2004) notched 19 points and 8 assists to lead the effort and Daniele Benzoni (194-1980) supported him with 20 points and 5 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Borgomanero's coach Stefano Di Cerbo used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 29 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals (went 15 for 15 at the free throw line !!!) by Marco Lagana (197-1993) did not help to save the game for Montecatiniterme. Naturalized Argentinian forward Fernando Marengo (193-1992, agency: Players Group) added 14 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Borgomanero moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Gallarate and Teramo. Newly promoted Montecatiniterme keeps the eighth position with 16 games lost. Top scorers: Borgomanero: D.Benzoni 20+5reb+3ast, F.Alberto 19+4reb+8ast, L.Andrea 17+4reb+1ast, F.Francesco 15+7reb+1ast, G.Maurizio 12+5reb+1ast, C.Andrea 11+4reb+1ast Montecatiniterme: M.Lagana 29+5reb+5ast, F.Marengo 14+8reb, L.Neri 14+6reb, M.Di Pizzo 12+2reb+1ast, N.Savoldelli 11+2reb+4ast, L.Digno 8+1reb+2ast Oleggio - Campus Varese 100-81 No shocking result in a game when twelfth ranked Oleggio (12-18) crushed at home 15th ranked Campus Varese (4-26) 100-81 on Sunday. Oleggio dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Campus Varese's 26. Naturalized Swiss Olivier Giacomelli (198-1995) notched 29 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and guard Matteo Maruca (185-1997) supported him with 21 points. Four Oleggio players scored in double figures. Even 25 points and 8 rebounds by forward Jonathan Blair (195-2000) did not help to save the game for Campus Varese. Point guard Edoardo Bottelli (188-2005) added 17 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Oleggio moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Ragusa. Campus Varese lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth position with 26 games lost. They share it with Pescara Bsk A. Top scorers: Oleggio: O.Giacomelli 29+4reb+4ast, M.Maruca 21+4reb+1ast, A.Colussa 16+8reb, R.Buono 13+6reb+3ast, O.Seck 8+6reb+3ast, T.Ingrosso 7+3reb+1ast Campus Varese: B.Jonathan 25+8reb+2ast, B.Edoardo 17+7reb+2ast, T.Matteo 8+1ast, S.Gianmarco 8+2reb+1ast, M.Allegretti 7+3reb, K.Christian 6+5reb Omegna - Vigevano 66-72 Very expected game when 7th ranked Omegna (17-13) lost at home to second ranked Vigevano (23-7) 72-66 on Sunday. Vigevano outrebounded Omegna 40-23 including 30 on the defensive glass. Forward Lorenzo DAlessandro (198-1996, agency: SLN) notched 16 points to lead the effort and point guard Filippo Rossi (193-1997) supported him with 8 points and 9 rebounds. Even 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks by center Jacopo Balanzoni (205-1993, agency: SLN) did not help to save the game for Omegna. Naturalized Serbian Nikola Markovic (197-2000) added 16 points. Four Omegna players scored in double figures. Vigevano have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 23-7 record having just two points less than leader Rieti Real, which they share with Ruvo di Puglia and Livorno Pielle. Loser Omegna keeps the seventh place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Lumezzane V.. Top scorers: Vigevano: L.D'Alessandro 16+4reb+1ast, S.Laudoni 12+2reb+1ast, A.Benites 9+1reb+2ast, G.Broglia 8+8reb+3ast, F.Rossi 8+9reb+3ast, M.Peroni 6+3reb Omegna: N.Markovic 16+4reb, S.Manuele 13+4reb, J.Balanzoni 13+6reb+1ast, M.Antelli 10+2reb+4ast, A.Picarelli 8+1reb+5ast, T.Minoli 4+2reb+1ast Sangiorgese - Livorno Libertas 58-68 Serie B top team - Livorno Libertas (25-5) managed to deliver another win on Sunday. This time they beat tenth ranked Sangiorgese (13-17) in San Giorgio 68-58. Naturalized Cameroonian guard Constantin Maralossou (188-2002) notched 13 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Andrea Bargnesi (182-2001) supported him with 7 points and 9 rebounds. Even 10 points and 7 rebounds by forward Sebastiano Bianchi (197-1992, agency: SLN) did not help to save the game for Sangiorgese. Center Daniele Pesenato (200-2001, agency: SLN) added 11 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Livorno Libertas have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 25-5 record, which they share with RO Luiss and Orzinuovi. Loser Sangiorgese keeps the tenth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Top scorers: Livorno Libertas: M.Constantin 13+6reb+1ast, A.Sipala 13+3reb, A.Saccaggi 12+4reb+2ast, A.Bargnesi 7+9reb+3ast, F.Forti 7+6reb+5ast, M.Federico 6+3reb+1ast Sangiorgese: P.Daniele 11+4reb+1ast, S.Bianchi 10+7reb, B.Leonardo 7+6reb+1ast, F.Testa 7+3reb+1ast, F.Toso 5+2reb, C.Matteo 5+2reb+5ast Group BOrzinuovi - Desio 82-70An interesting game for Orzinuovi (25-5) which hosted in Orzinuovi 4th ranked Desio (18-12). First ranked Orzinuovi managed to get a 12-point victory 82-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Desio. Orzinuovi had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. Guard Ennio Leonzio (191-1994) scored 17 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Mattia Da Campo (198-1997, college: Seattle) chipped in 12 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Four Orzinuovi players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Matteo Fioravanti (195-1997, agency: SLN) with 20 points and 4 assists and Gabriele Giarelli (200-1993, agency: BIG) scored 13 points. Desio's coach Edoardo Gallazzi rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Orzinuovi maintains first position with 25-5 record, which they share with RO Luiss and Livorno Libertas. Desio at the other side keeps the fourth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Top scorers: Orzinuovi: R.Ponziani 18+5reb+2ast, E.Leonzio 17+9reb+2ast, M.Planezio 13+3reb+2ast, M.Da Campo 12+11reb+3ast, A.Procacci 8+4reb+2ast, E.Trapani 8+1reb+1ast Desio: M.Fioravanti 20+4reb+4ast, G.Giarelli 13+3reb+1ast, C.Simone 10+3reb, G.Maspero 8+7reb+1ast, M.Molteni 6+3reb+2ast, B.Leonardo 4+4reb+1ast Palermo - Mestre 65-95 Very predictable result when second ranked Mestre (23-6) rolled over on the road 16th ranked Palermo (4-25) 95-65 on Sunday. Mestre dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Palermo's 22. They outrebounded Palermo 47-28 including a 35-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Pietro Bocconcelli (193-1998) notched a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Nicolo Pellicano (182-2002) supported him with 16 points and 6 assists. Mestre's coach Cesare Ciocca felt very confident that he used 10 players saving starting five for next games. Even 15 points and 5 rebounds by guard Jona Di Giuliomaria (191-2002) did not help to save the game for Palermo. Guard Vittorio Moltrasio (186-2003) added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Mestre maintains second position with 23-6 record having just three points less than leader Rieti Real. Newly promoted Palermo keeps the sixteenth place with 25 games lost. Top scorers: Mestre: N.Pellicano 16+4reb+6ast, A.Conti 15+1reb+1ast, P.Bocconcelli 13+11reb+2ast, M.Di Meco 12+4reb+1ast, F.Massimo Sebastianelli 11+8reb+3ast, E.Caversazio 11+7reb+2ast Palermo: D.Giuliomaria Jona 15+5reb+3ast, G.Lombardo 13+6reb+3ast, D.Drigo 13+2reb+2ast, B.Andrea 11+4reb+1ast, M.Vittorio 10+6reb+6ast, G.Caronna 3+1reb+1ast Monfalcone - Lumezzane V. 70-73 Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Monfalcone (13-17) was edged at home by seventh ranked Lumezzane V. (17-13) 73-70 on Sunday. Center Samuel Dilas (206-1999) notched 21 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and Daniele Mastrangelo (188-1991, agency: SLN) supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Even 6 points, 14 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals by center Devil Medizza (197-1990) did not help to save the game for Monfalcone. Point guard Marco Bacchin (185-1997) added 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Lumezzane V. have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 17-13 record, which they share with Omegna. Monfalcone lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with 17 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Top scorers: Lumezzane V.: S.Dilas 21+6reb, D.Mastrangelo 15+5reb+1ast, D.Perez 12+1reb+1ast, A.Scanzi 8+2reb+3ast, D.Stephan 5+6reb, D.Ciaramella 4+1reb+2ast Monfalcone: M.Bacchin 18+5reb+2ast, B.Giovanni 15+1reb, S.Nicolo 8+2reb, M.Rezzano 7+4reb+2ast, D.Medizza 6+14reb+7ast, A.Coronica 6+4reb Padova Unione - San Vendemiano 69-59 The most important game in the last round took place in Padova between third ranked San Vendemiano (19-11) and ninth ranked Padova Unione (15-15) on Sunday night. San Vendemiano was defeated by Padova Unione on the road 59-69. It was a good game for Mirco Turel (195-1994) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Ivan Morgillo (206-1992, agency: Players Group) contributed with 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Bosnian forward Damir Hadzic (203-1997, college: Flagler) replied with 12 points and 8 rebounds and guard Matteo Palermo (190-1991) added 9 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for San Vendemiano. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Padova Unione moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Taranto. San Vendemiano at the other side keeps the third position with 11 games lost. They share it with Cassino. Top scorers: Padova Unione: I.Morgillo 17+6reb+1ast, M.Turel 15+11reb+4ast, C.Bianconi 12+5reb, M.Coppo 6+6reb+1ast, D.Maran 5+2reb+1ast, S.Enrico 5+3reb+1ast San Vendemiano: D.Hadzic 12+8reb+1ast, M.Palermo 9+5reb+3ast, O.Dieng 9+5reb, G.Baldini 7+4reb+1ast, N.Gatti 6+4reb+2ast, G.Sanguinetti 6+1reb+1ast Bergamo - Crema 79-83 Everything went according to plan when twelfth ranked Crema (13-16) defeated on the road 14th ranked Bergamo (10-20) 83-79 on Sunday. Crema made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Point guard Filippo Fazioli (192-1998, agency: SLN) notched 22 points and 8 assists to lead the effort and point guard Matteo Graziani (192-2000, agency: SLN) supported him with 14 points and 12 rebounds. Even 22 points and 7 assists by swingman Guglielmo Sodero (191-1993) did not help to save the game for Bergamo. Swiss guard Nicolo Isotta (184-2003) added 14 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Crema moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Senigallia. Loser Bergamo keeps the fourteenth position with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Crema: F.Fazioli 22+3reb+8ast, R.Crespi 15+9reb+3ast, M.Graziani 14+12reb+1ast, A.Esposito 12+5reb+3ast, A.Stepanovic 8+2reb, Z.Lorenzo 5+1reb Bergamo: G.Sodero 22+3reb+7ast, S.Genovese 16+2reb, I.Nicolo 14+9reb, M.Luca 10+4reb, D.Masciarelli 9+6reb+2ast, E.Roveda 6+5reb+1ast Vicenza - Brianza Casa 78-104 There was no surprise when 8th ranked Vicenza (14-16) was outleveled at home by fifth ranked Brianza Casa (18-12) 104-78 on Sunday. Brianza Casa made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Swingman Davide Poser (196-2003) notched 17 points to lead the effort and guard Alessandro Bertini (195-2002) supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Even 18 points by point guard Andrea Ambrosetti (184-1999) did not help to save the game for Vicenza. Point guard Valerio Cucchiaro (185-2001, agency: Players Group) added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Brianza Casa have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Vicenza dropped to the ninth position with 16 games lost. They share it with Salerno and Pavia. Top scorers: Brianza Casa: P.Davide 17+4reb+1ast, B.Alessandro 15+5reb+2ast, A.Adam 13+9reb, F.Luca 12+5reb+1ast, M.Galassi 12+3ast, P.Jovanovic 10+5reb+2ast Vicenza: A.Ambrosetti 18+1reb+2ast, C.Valerio 12+5reb+4ast, T.Djordje 12+3reb, L.Brambilla 11+2reb+1ast, C.Nicholas 10+6reb, B.Riccardo 4+4reb Ragusa - R.Calabria 94-77 No shocking result in a game when thirteenth ranked Ragusa (12-18) beat at home 15th ranked R.Calabria (6-23) 94-77 on Sunday. Ragusa looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Andrea Sorrentino (190-1990) notched 30 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and naturalized Maltese center Kurt Cassar (208-1999) supported him with 19 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 17 points and 5 rebounds by power forward Stefano Spizzichini (203-1990) did not help to save the game for R.Calabria. Federico Bischetti (194-2002) added 14 points and 8 rebounds. Four Ragusa and five R.Calabria players scored in double figures. Ragusa moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Oleggio. R.Calabria lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 23 games lost. They share it with Empoli. Top scorers: Ragusa: A.Sorrentino 30+3reb+4ast, K.Cassar 19+13reb+4ast, R.Chessari 11+6reb+4ast, Z.Matteo 11+3reb+2ast, G.Franco 7+2reb+1ast, G.Ianelli 7+2reb+5ast R.Calabria: S.Spizzichini 17+5reb+3ast, F.Bischetti 14+8reb+2ast, L.Michelangelo 13+3reb+4ast, S.Farina 13+4reb, A.Tiberti 10+7reb, Y.Hamza 6+2reb Cd'Orlando - Padova V. 81-84 Very expected game when 11th ranked Cd'Orlando (13-17) was edged by sixth ranked Padova V. (18-12) in Capo d'Orlando 84-81 on Sunday. Swingman Michele Ferrari (196-1986) notched 16 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and swingman Leonardo Marangon (197-2005) supported him with 16 points. Padova V.'s coach Riccardo De Nicolao used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 18 points and 5 assists by the former international point guard Marco Passera (180-1982) did not help to save the game for Cd'Orlando. Naturalized Swiss power forward Patrick Baldassarre (201-1986, agency: Players Group) added 13 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Padova V. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Cd'Orlando lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with 17 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Top scorers: Padova V.: M.Leonardo 16+4reb+1ast, M.Ferrari 16+9reb+3ast, F.Paolin 16+2reb+1ast, G.Cecchinato 11+6reb+1ast, F.Ihedioha 10+2reb, O.Federico 8+4reb+1ast Cd'Orlando: M.Passera 18+3reb+5ast, P.Baldassarre 13+8reb+2ast, S.Vecerina 13+6reb+2ast, M.Lagana 12+6reb+1ast, T.Binelli 6+4reb+1ast, O.Daniele 6+3reb Group CRieti Real - Romagna 88-65Very predictable result when first ranked Rieti Real (26-3) rolled over at home 16th ranked Romagna (3-26) 88-65 on Sunday. They outrebounded Romagna 42-28 including 31 on the defensive glass. Rieti Real looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Romagna's players. Alessio Mazzotti (198-2003) notched 23 points and 5 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and guard Marco Contento (191-1991) supported him with 11 points and 7 assists. Rieti Real's coach Sandro Dellagnello felt very confident that he used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Even 18 points by power forward Isacco Lovisotto (206-1998) did not help to save the game for Romagna. Guard Filippo Rossi (197-2001) added 14 points. Rieti Real have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 26-3 record. Romagna lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 26 games lost. Top scorers: Rieti Real: M.Alessio 23+5reb+3ast, C.Alessandro 13+5reb+1ast, M.Contento 11+2reb+7ast, G.Pagani 8+6reb+1ast, F.Gianluca 7+1reb+6ast, V.Samuele 7+5reb+1ast Romagna: I.Lovisotto 18+2reb, R.Filippo 14+4reb+1ast, A.Lombardo 13+3reb+2ast, C.Matteo 6+5reb+2ast, F.Mattia 5+1reb+2ast, L.Sebrek 5 Senigallia - Fabriano 60-75 Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Senigallia (13-16) lost at home to third ranked Fabriano (20-9) 75-60 on Sunday. Fabriano outrebounded Senigallia 51-38 including a 36-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Francesco Papa (198-1995, agency: Players Group) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and naturalized Senegalese power forward Yande Fall (200-1990, agency: SLN) supported him with 8 points and 13 rebounds. Even a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds by center Emanuele Musci (200-1992) did not help to save the game for Senigallia. Matteo Santucci (194-1998) added 15 points. Fabriano maintains third position with 20-9 record having six points less than leader Rieti Real. Senigallia lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Crema. Top scorers: Fabriano: F.Papa 16+11reb+1ast, S.Centanni 16+1reb+4ast, G.Alessandro 11+7reb, N.Stanic 9+3reb+4ast, A.Riccardo 8+4reb+1ast, Y.Fall 8+13reb+1ast Senigallia: M.Santucci 15+1reb+2ast, V.Luca 14+4reb, E.Musci 13+13reb, M.Lemmi 6+7reb+2ast, M.Giacomini 5+1reb+3ast, F.Gnecchi 4+1reb+1ast Matelica - Fiorenzuola 75-77 Everything went according to plan when tenth ranked Fiorenzuola (14-15) edged on the road 13th ranked Matelica (8-20) 77-75 on Sunday. Forward Jacopo Preti (200-1994) notched 31 points to lead the effort and point guard Noah Giacche (175-2001) supported him with 8 points and 7 rebounds. Even 19 points and 7 rebounds by guard Gianpaolo Riccio (193-1996, college: Ave Maria) did not help to save the game for Matelica. Forward Samuele Polselli (197-2001) added 12 points and 8 rebounds. Fiorenzuola moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Imola and Ancona. Newly promoted Matelica keeps the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Fiorenzuola: J.Preti 31+3reb+2ast, M.Caverni 11+2reb+2ast, B.Ilija 9+4reb, G.Noah 8+7reb+3ast, M.Magrini 6+7reb+3ast, R.Pederzini 6+1reb+3ast Matelica: G.Riccio 19+7reb+1ast, P.Samuele 12+8reb+1ast, E.Enihe 10+5reb+1ast, A.Emmanuel 9+1reb+1ast, P.Alberto 8+5reb, S.Vissani 7 Ozzano - Jesi 88-81 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when one of their biggest challengers Jesi (18-11) lost to fifth ranked Ozzano (17-12) in Ozzano dell Emilia 81-88 on Sunday. Ozzano made 26-of-32 free shots (81.3 percent) during the game. Ozzano outrebounded Jesi 41-25 including a 35-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Naturalized Ukrainian center Dimitri Klyuchnyk (211-2001) notched 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and swingman Gioacchino Chiappelli (198-1991, agency: SLN) supported him with 8 points, 16 rebounds and 8 assists. Even a double-double of 13 points and 10 assists by point guard Daniele Merletto (175-1993) did not help to save the game for Jesi. Guard Roberto Marulli (190-1991) added 17 points and 5 assists. Ozzano maintains fifth position with 17-12 record. Loser Jesi keeps the fourth place with 11 games lost. Top scorers: Ozzano: M.Barattini 25+1ast, D.Klyuchnyk 22+9reb+4ast, B.Carlo 9+1reb+1ast, G.Chiappelli 8+16reb+8ast, S.Bonfiglio 8+4reb+1ast, T.Felici 6+1reb+2ast Jesi: R.Marulli 17+2reb+5ast, G.Filippini 14+2reb+1ast, D.Merletto 13+1reb+10ast, L.Varaschin 8+4reb+2ast, F.Cicconi 8+4reb+1ast, M.Ferraro 7+4reb+1ast Empoli - Imola 51-53 No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Imola (14-15) edged on the road 14th ranked Empoli (6-23) 53-51 on Sunday. Forward Kevin Cusenza (200-1993) notched 4 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Alex Ranuzzi (195-1986, agency: Interperformances) supported him with 10 points and 4 assists. Even 5 points and 12 rebounds by the former international swingman Andrea Casella (195-1990) did not help to save the game for Empoli. Forward Marco Mazzoni (203-2003) added 8 points and 8 rebounds. Empoli's coach Luca Valentino let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Imola moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Ancona and Fiorenzuola. Loser Empoli dropped to the fifteenth position with 23 games lost. They share it with R.Calabria. Top scorers: Imola: N.Corcelli 12+5reb, A.Ranuzzi 10+4reb+4ast, F.Tognacci 9+3reb, M.Tommaso 7, L.Montanari 5+8reb+2ast, K.Cusenza 4+15reb+2ast Empoli: C.Simone 8+3reb, M.Marco 8+8reb+2ast, B.Lorenzo 7+1reb+3ast, G.Luca 6+1reb, V.Costa 6+3reb+4ast, A.Casella 5+12reb+1ast Imola Virtus - Piacentina 76-59 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 6th ranked Piacentina (16-13) lost on the road to seventh ranked Imola Virtus (16-13) 76-59 on Sunday. Imola Virtus looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Luca Galassi (185-1999) notched 20 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and naturalized Bulgarian Borislav Mladenov (202-2000, agency: Interperformances) supported him with 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Imola Virtus players scored in double figures. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by swingman Gabriele Berra (195-2000, agency: SLN) did not help to save the game for Piacentina. Power forward Alessandro Cecchetti (200-1991, agency: SLN) added 13 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Imola Virtus have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with defeated Piacentina. Top scorers: Imola Virtus: L.Galassi 20+2reb+5ast, F.Magagnoli 14+5reb+1ast, B.Mladenov 12+7reb+4ast, M.Morara 11+5reb+3ast, C.Tommasini 9+3reb+3ast, A.Alessandro 3+3reb+1ast Piacentina: G.Berra 14+6reb+1ast, A.Cecchetti 13+7reb, S.Angelucci 10+5reb, M.Coltro 8+3reb+3ast, B.Beniamino 4+7reb+1ast, L.Passoni 4+4reb+3ast Ancona - Faenza 73-92 Very predictable result when second ranked Faenza (24-5) rolled over on the road 8th ranked Ancona (14-15) 92-73 on Sunday. They outrebounded Ancona 47-27 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Simone Aromando (200-1997, agency: SLN) notched 16 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and Giacomo Siberna (192-1996) supported him with 17 points and 5 rebounds. Even 12 points and 8 rebounds by center Alberto Bedin (202-1999) did not help to save the game for Ancona. Guard Leonardo Ciribeni (190-1992) added 12 points and 5 rebounds. Four Faenza and five Ancona players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Faenza have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 24-5 record behind leader Rieti Real. Ancona lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with 15 games lost. They share the position with Imola and Fiorenzuola. Top scorers: Faenza: G.Siberna 17+5reb+3ast, S.Aromando 16+9reb+1ast, M.Petrucci 13+6reb+2ast, G.Poggi 11+10reb+2ast, V.Alessandro 10+3reb+2ast, A.Pastore 8+3reb+5ast Ancona: L.Panzini 13+1reb+4ast, A.Bedin 12+8reb, L.Ciribeni 12+5reb+2ast, M.Ambrosin 11, G.Yannick 11+8reb, T.Carnovali 6+1ast Group DCassino - Taranto 113-91Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Taranto (15-15) was outscored on the road by sixth ranked Cassino (19-11) 113-91 on Sunday. Cassino made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Guard Flavio Gay (185-1998) notched 31 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the effort and guard Kevin Brigato (194-1998, agency: SLN) supported him with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Even 24 points and 7 rebounds by naturalized Argentinian power forward Enzo Cena (200-1992, agency: Interperformances) did not help to save the game for Taranto. Guard Simone Rocchi (185-2000, agency: SLN) added 23 points. Five Cassino and four Taranto players scored in double figures. Cassino moved-up to third place, which they share with San Vendemiano. Loser Taranto dropped to the eighth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Padova Unione. Top scorers: Cassino: F.Gay 31+5reb+8ast, K.Brigato 17+6reb+1ast, L.Kekovic 15+3reb+3ast, M.Teghini 13+4reb+4ast, J.Milosevic 12+8reb+1ast, J.Cepic 12+5reb+2ast Taranto: E.Cena 24+7reb+1ast, R.Simone 23+2reb+3ast, D.Corral 21+6reb+1ast, G.Conte 11+9reb, F.Villa 8+2reb+1ast, G.Mattia 4+4reb Monopoli AN - Ruvo di Puglia 54-90 Everything went according to plan when third ranked Ruvo di Puglia (23-7) outplayed on the road 13th ranked Monopoli AN (9-21) 90-54 on Sunday. They outrebounded Monopoli AN 47-30 including 35 on the defensive glass. Forward Federico Pirani (203-2002) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Andrea Arnaldo (195-2002) supported him with 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Ruvo di Puglia players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 16 points and 10 rebounds by Matteo Annese (200-1995) did not help to save the game for Monopoli AN. Nicola Bastone (195-1992) added 14 points and 6 rebounds. Monopoli AN's coach Sergio Carolillo gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Ruvo di Puglia moved-up to second place, which they share with Vigevano and Livorno Pielle. Monopoli AN lost third consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 21 games lost. They share it with Casale Libertas. Top scorers: Ruvo di Puglia: P.Federico 21+12reb+2ast, A.Andrea 18+5reb, V.Leonardo 16+6reb+1ast, M.Diomede 16+1reb+2ast, M.Ghersetti 8+5reb+2ast, T.Gatto 6+8reb Monopoli AN: M.Annese 16+10reb+1ast, N.Bastone 14+6reb, R.Jacopo 10+5reb, R.Ballabio 8+2ast, G.Moretti 2+1reb, G.Laquintana 2+1reb+1ast Teramo - Roseto 60-84 There was no surprise when 12th ranked Teramo (11-19) was outleveled at home by second ranked Roseto (24-6) 84-60 on Sunday. Roseto outrebounded Teramo 41-16 including a 28-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. Naturalized Serbian swingman Nemanja Dincic (202-1998) notched 18 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Alfonso Zampogna (185-2000, agency: SLN) supported him with 14 points and 4 steals. Four Roseto players scored in double figures. Even 19 points by guard Lorenzo Calbini (185-2003) did not help to save the game for Teramo. Guard Sebastiano Perin (187-1996) added 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. Roseto have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 24-6 record behind leader Rieti Real. Loser Teramo keeps the twelfth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with Gallarate and Borgomanero. Top scorers: Roseto: N.Dincic 18+6reb+1ast, A.Zampogna 14+4reb+3ast, E.Di Emidio 12+3reb+6ast, M.Santiangeli 10+4reb+1ast, V.Amoroso 10+5reb+5ast, N.Alessio 8+2reb Teramo: C.Lorenzo 19+3reb+1ast, S.Perin 16+1reb, S.Mattia 8+1reb+5ast, M.Melchiorri 7+1reb+1ast, F.Casoni 4+4reb+2ast, G.Arcangelo 3+1reb RO Luiss - Caserta BLE 77-70 No shocking result in a game when first ranked RO Luiss (25-5) beat 5th ranked Caserta BLE (20-10) in Roma 77-70 on Sunday. Matija Jovovic (198-1999) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and point guard Domenico DArgenzio (174-2001) supported him with 15 points and 7 rebounds. RO Luiss' coach Andrea Paccarie used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. Even 12 points and 8 rebounds by forward Raffaele Romano (198-2002) did not help to save the game for Caserta BLE. Swingman Alessandro Sperduto (193-2000) added 14 points. Four Caserta BLE players scored in double figures. RO Luiss have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 25-5 record, which they share with Livorno Libertas and Orzinuovi. Newly promoted Caserta BLE dropped to the fourth place with ten games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Top scorers: RO Luiss: M.Jovovic 19+12reb+2ast, M.Fallucca 15+3reb+4ast, D.Domenico 15+7reb+2ast, M.Legnini 9+6reb, M.Riccardo 6+1reb+7ast, G.Allodi 6+8reb+1ast Caserta BLE: A.Sperduto 14+4reb+1ast, R.Raffaele 12+8reb+2ast, K.Ndoja 11+6reb, D.Lucas 10+5reb+2ast, N.Mei 9+2reb+2ast, B.Sergio 7+7reb Salerno - Sant Antimo 68-64 There was an upset when higher ranked Sant Antimo (20-10) lost on the road to tenth ranked Salerno (14-16) 68-64 on Sunday. Salerno moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Vicenza and Pavia. Loser Sant Antimo keeps the fourth position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Corato Adr. - Trinita 73-82 Rather predictable result when eleventh ranked Trinita (13-17) won against on the road 14th ranked Corato Adr. (7-23) 82-73 on Sunday. Trinita dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Corato Adr.'s 26. They outrebounded Corato Adr. 37-23 including a 13-1 advantage in offensive rebounds. Naturalized Bosnian guard Amar Klacar (199-2000) notched 22 points and 5 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Simone Giunta (185-2000) supported him with 9 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 13 points and 5 assists by point guard Mauro Stella (190-1984) did not help to save the game for Corato Adr.. Naturalized Serbian Lazar Trunic (198-2000) added 13 points. Five Corato Adr. players scored in double figures. Corato Adr.'s coach Giovanni Putignano let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Trinita have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Corato Adr. lost tenth consecutive game. Corato Adr. at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth position with 23 games lost. Top scorers: Trinita: A.Klacar 22+5reb+1ast, H.Erkmaa 17+2reb+2ast, N.Lurini 10+6reb, G.Simone 9+9reb+4ast, B.Misolic 8+9reb+1ast, M.Divac 8+1reb+1ast Corato Adr.: L.Trunic 13+2reb+2ast, P.Battaglia 13+1reb+1ast, M.Stella 13+1reb+5ast, F.Infante 11+3reb+1ast, G.Artioli 10+6reb+1ast, E.Idiaru 7+3reb+1ast Pescara Bsk A - Pozzuoli 76-59 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 16th ranked Pozzuoli's (2-28) road loss to fifteenth ranked Pescara Bsk A (4-26) 59-76 on Sunday. Pescara Bsk A made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Center Andrea Capitanelli (208-1986) notched 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and guard Davide Pucci (190-1998) supported him with 10 points and 11 assists. Even a double-double of 17 points and 11 rebounds by naturalized Senegalese center Iba Koite Thiam (205-1998, agency: Players Group) did not help to save the game for Pozzuoli. Montenegrin power forward Fatih Mehmedovic (205-2000, agency: SLN) added 19 points and 5 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). Five Pescara Bsk A and four Pozzuoli players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Pescara Bsk A maintains fifteenth position with 4-26 record, which they share with Campus Varese. Loser Pozzuoli keeps the sixteenth place with 28 games lost. Top scorers: Pescara Bsk A: D.Prete Alberto 16+1ast, A.Capitanelli 14+8reb+5ast, D.Fasciocco 14+8reb+1ast, M.Seye 12+2reb, D.Pucci 10+4reb+11ast, M.Loris 6+2reb Pozzuoli: M.Fatih 19+5reb+1ast, I.Koite Thiam 17+11reb+1ast, M.Cucco 11+5reb+5ast, G.Daniele 10+4reb+1ast, S.Lucarelli 2+7reb+2ast, A.Mario 0 Bisceglie - Avellino 95-83 The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Bisceglie's (18-12) home victory over 8th ranked Avellino (16-14) 95-83 on Sunday. Bisceglie made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. Bisceglie outrebounded Avellino 40-23 including a 33-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Bisceglie especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. Guard Filiberto Dri (190-1989) notched 26 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and power forward Matteo Bini (201-1994) supported him with 13 points and 7 rebounds. Even 13 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) by power forward Andrea Valentini (199-1998, agency: SLN) did not help to save the game for Avellino. Swingman Donato Vitale (185-1998) added 13 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Avellino's coach Giovanni Benedetto let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Bisceglie moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Avellino keeps the eighth position with 14 games lost. Top scorers: Bisceglie: F.Dri 26+7reb+5ast, P.Marco 14+6reb, M.Bini 13+7reb+1ast, R.Chiti 10+5reb, D.Gabriel 9+1reb+6ast, L.Del Sole 8+6reb Avellino: A.Valentini 13+3reb+1ast, D.Vitale 13+3reb+1ast, G.Eliantonio 11+5reb+1ast, D.Sandri 10+4reb+1ast, M.Carida 10+2reb+1ast, A.Riccardo 9+1ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Torino (8-2) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Udine (6-4) 96-93. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Torino. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. 24 personal fouls committed by Torino helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international power forward Raphael Gaspardo (207-1993, agency: Players Group) scored 24 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Alessandro Gentile (201-1992, agency: SLN) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Udine's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American forward Ronald Jackson Jr (203-1997, college: NC A&T) with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Udine have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Torino at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with Forli. Very significant was RO SAzzurra's (#4) just 1-point road victory against one of their biggest challengers Mantova 85-84. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American guard Duane Wilson (190-1994, college: Texas A&M) notched 22 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and Jacopo Giachetti supported him with 20 points (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). RO SAzzurra's coach Luca Bechi allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 19 points and 9 rebounds by American forward LaQuinton Ross (203-1992, college: Ohio St.) did not help to save the game for Mantova. RO SAzzurra (7-5) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Chieti and Juvi Cremona. Mantova at the other side dropped to the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with San Severo. A very close game took place in Latina between Nardo and Latina. Third ranked Nardo (6-4) got a very close victory on the road over 5th ranked Latina (4-6). Nardo managed to escape with a 1-point win 78-77 on Saturday evening. The best player for the winners was Russ Smith who scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Andy Cleaves II who recorded 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Latina's coach Franco Gramenzi rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Nardo moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Latina dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Vanoli Cremona. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 6: Pistoia was destroyed by Treviglio on the opponent's court 104-65. Vanoli Cremona unfortunately lost to Cento in a home game 67-76. Forli managed to beat Cantu on the road 73-64. Milano Urania defeated Fortitudo BO on its own court 87-79. Cividale beat Piacenza in a road game 84-80. Chieti lost to Juvi Cremona at home 51-64. Rieti Kienergia unfortunately lost to San Severo on the opponent's court 71-86. Ravenna managed to beat Monferrato in a home game 78-76.
Treviglio - Pistoia 104-65 Rather expected game when 5th ranked Pistoia (3-7) was crushed on the road by second ranked Treviglio (7-3) 104-65 on Sunday. Treviglio dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Pistoia's 22. They outrebounded Pistoia 43-24 including 29 on the defensive glass. Treviglio looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Pistoia's players. The best player for the winners was Croatian center Aleksandar Marcius (208-1990, college: DePaul) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds. The former international swingman Pierpaolo Marini (193-1993, agency: Players Group) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. Four Treviglio players scored in double figures. Treviglio's coach Alessandro Finelli felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Lorenzo Saccaggi (188-1992, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 17 points and guard Gianluca Della Rosa (180-1996) added 14 points respectively. Treviglio maintains second position with 7-3 record behind leader Juvi Cremona. Loser Pistoia keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Cento. Top scorers: Pistoia: L.Saccaggi 17+1reb+3ast, G.Della Rosa 14+3reb+1ast, Z.Copeland 13+2reb+1ast, C.Wheatle 9+7reb, D.Magro 4+6reb, G.Benetti 3+5reb Treviglio: A.Marcius 20+13reb+2ast, P.Marini 17+5reb+2ast, J.Clark 17+3reb+1ast, M.Giuri 11+3reb+5ast, L.Maspero 9+4ast, E.Lombardi 8+5reb+2ast Vanoli Cremona - Cento 67-76 There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Cento (3-7) defeated on the road one of their biggest challengers Vanoli Cremona (4-6) 76-67 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was point guard Giovanni Tomassini (188-1988) who scored 19 points. American guard Derrick Marks (191-1993, college: Boise St., agency: Players Group) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was naturalized American guard Mirza Alibegovic (196-1992) who recorded 14 points and point guard Lorenzo Caroti (185-1997, agency: Players Group) added 13 points respectively. Four Vanoli Cremona players scored in double figures. Vanoli Cremona's coach Demis Cavina rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cento moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Pistoia. Vanoli Cremona lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Latina. Top scorers: Vanoli Cremona: M.Alibegovic 14+3reb+3ast, L.Caroti 13+2reb+3ast, P.Eboua 10+6reb, A.Pacher 10+3reb, M.Piccoli 6+3reb+1ast, T.Lacey 5+1reb+2ast Cento: G.Tomassini 19+2reb+3ast, D.Archie 18+3reb, D.Marks 10+6reb+7ast, F.Mussini 7+2reb, M.Berti 7+4reb+1ast, Y.Moreno 6+2reb+5ast Cantu - Forli 64-73 Not a big story in a game when 3rd ranked Cantu (5-5) was defeated at home by first ranked Forli (8-2) 73-64 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was American Nathan Adrian (206-1995, college: WVU, agency: Diamond Sports) who scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Fabio Valentini (185-1999) chipped in 6 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian forward Stefan Nikolic (203-1997) who recorded 15 points and 5 rebounds and the former international forward Matteo Da Ros (204-1989) added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forli have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-2 record, which they share with Torino. Loser Cantu keeps the third place with five games lost. Top scorers: Cantu: S.Nikolic 15+5reb+3ast, F.Rossi 11+5reb+1ast, M.Da Ros 9+6reb+2ast, R.Rogic 8+1reb+3ast, D.Hunt 7+5reb+2ast, L.Bucarelli 6+1reb+2ast Forli: N.Adrian 17+6reb+1ast, D.Cinciarini 15, L.Benvenuti 8+5reb, L.Penna 8+1reb+4ast, F.Valentini 6+5reb+5ast, V.Sanford 6+3reb+2ast Milano Urania - Fortitudo BO 87-79 Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Milano Urania (6-4) beat at home 6th ranked Fortitudo BO (2-8) 87-79 on Sunday. Milano Urania looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Andrea Amato (190-1994) who scored 18 points and 7 assists. Point guard Matteo Montano (190-1992) chipped in 19 points and 4 assists. Milano Urania's coach Davide Villa used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international Pietro Aradori (195-1988) who recorded 16 points and 5 assists and the former international power forward Francesco Candussi (211-1994) added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Four Milano Urania and five Fortitudo BO players scored in double figures. Milano Urania moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Fortitudo BO lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Piacenza. Top scorers: Fortitudo BO: P.Aradori 16+4reb+5ast, F.Candussi 14+9reb, M.Vasl 12+4reb+2ast, N.Italiano 12+3ast, V.Cucci 11+8reb+2ast, S.Barbante 9+3reb Milano Urania: M.Montano 19+3reb+4ast, A.Amato 18+1reb+7ast, R.Pullazi 15+6reb+2ast, N.Potts 13+4reb+8ast, M.Ebeling 8+2reb+2ast, G.Piunti 7+7reb+2ast Piacenza - Cividale 80-84 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Piacenza's (2-8) home loss to fourth ranked Cividale (6-4) 80-84 on Sunday. Cividale outrebounded Piacenza 43-31 including 32 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was naturalized Argentinian point guard Lucio Redivo (183-1994) who scored 22 points. Power forward Giacomo DellAgnello (198-1994) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Cividale players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Federico Miaschi (200-2000) who recorded 28 points and Serbian swingman Nemanja Gajic (195-2001) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Cividale moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Piacenza keeps the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Fortitudo BO. Top scorers: Piacenza: F.Miaschi 28+2reb+3ast, N.Gajic 16+7reb+1ast, L.Galmarini 13+7reb+1ast, L.Querci 10+3ast, D.Pascolo 6+8reb+2ast, J.Soviero 5+1reb+1ast Cividale: L.Redivo 22+4reb+1ast, G.Dell'Agnello 14+6reb+7ast, M.Aristide 14+5reb+5ast, A.Cassese 10+4reb+2ast, M.Gabriele 9+8reb+1ast, F.Giacomo 7+6reb Torino - Udine 93-96 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Torino (8-2) at the home court on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Udine (6-4) 96-93. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Torino. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. 24 personal fouls committed by Torino helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international power forward Raphael Gaspardo (207-1993, agency: Players Group) scored 24 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Alessandro Gentile (201-1992, agency: SLN) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Udine's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American forward Ronald Jackson Jr (203-1997, college: NC A&T) with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and the former international forward Niccolo De Vico (198-1994, agency: SLN) scored 16 points. Four Udine and five Torino players scored in double figures. Udine have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Torino at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with Forli. Top scorers: Torino: R.Jackson Jr. 18+10reb+2ast, N.De Vico 16+4reb+3ast, D.Mayfield 15+2reb+1ast, M.Schina 13+2reb+5ast, C.Taflaj 10+4reb, T.Guariglia 10+6reb Udine: I.Briscoe 24+1reb, R.Gaspardo 24+8reb+2ast, A.Gentile 16+9reb+6ast, E.Esposito 11+4reb+3ast, M.Antonutti 5+2ast, D.Monaldi 4+2reb+1ast Chieti - Juvi Cremona 51-64 There was a small surprise when third ranked Juvi Cremona (7-5) won against on the road top-ranked Chieti (7-5) 64-51 on Sunday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The best player for the winners was American point guard Trevon Allen (188-1998, college: Idaho) who scored 20 points. Center Luca Vincini (203-2003, agency: Players Group) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Michele Serpilli (201-1999) who recorded a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and American Terrence Roderick (198-1988, college: UAB, agency: Interperformances) added 8 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Juvi Cremona have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Chieti and RO SAzzurra. Top scorers: Chieti: D.Jackson 14+4reb+1ast, M.Serpilli 11+10reb+1ast, T.Roderick 8+9reb+5ast, T.Reale 6+1reb+2ast, G.Spizzichini 6+1reb+1ast, T.Elhadji 3+5reb Juvi Cremona: T.Allen 20+2reb+2ast, V.Luca 12+10reb, F.Nasello 8+4reb+2ast, B.Douvier 7+10reb, D.Reati 7+4reb, A.Amici 5+6reb+3ast San Severo - Rieti Kienergia 86-71 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked San Severo and 7th ranked Rieti Kienergia had identical 5-6 record. This time San Severo used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Rieti 86-71 on Sunday night. San Severo looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was power forward Ed Daniel (202-1990, college: Murray St., agency: Green Sports Management) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 17 rebounds. Nik Raivio (193-1986, college: Portland, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 21 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jordan Geist (188-1997, college: Missouri, agency: Inception Sports) who recorded 14 points and forward Darryl Tucker (201-1995, college: UWF) added 7 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. San Severo (6-6) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Mantova. Newly promoted Rieti Kienergia dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Monferrato and Ravenna. Top scorers: Rieti Kienergia: J.Geist 14+3reb+2ast, M.Del Testa 12+2reb+2ast, P.Rotondo 10+2reb+1ast, D.Bonacini 8+6reb+2ast, P.Paci 7+4reb, D.Tucker 7+7reb+2ast San Severo: I.Lupusor 23+3reb+2ast, N.Raivio 21+4reb+6ast, E.Daniel 15+17reb+3ast, A.Fabi 9+2reb+5ast, B.Matteo 6+1reb+3ast, P.Goce 5+2ast Mantova - RO SAzzurra 84-85 Very significant was RO SAzzurra's (#4) just 1-point road victory against one of their biggest challengers Mantova 85-84. It was a key game for the top position in the league. RO SAzzurra made 27-of-31 charity shots (87.1 percent) during the game. Mantova was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. American guard Duane Wilson (190-1994, college: Texas A&M) notched 22 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and the former international point guard Jacopo Giachetti (191-1983) supported him with 20 points (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Wilson is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. RO SAzzurra's coach Luca Bechi allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 19 points and 9 rebounds by American forward LaQuinton Ross (203-1992, college: Ohio St.) did not help to save the game for Mantova. The former international power forward Antonio Iannuzzi (208-1991) added 18 points and 11 rebounds. Five RO SAzzurra and four Mantova players scored in double figures. RO SAzzurra (7-5) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Chieti and Juvi Cremona. Mantova at the other side dropped to the fourth place with six games lost. They share the position with San Severo. Top scorers: Mantova: L.Ross 19+9reb+2ast, A.Iannuzzi 18+11reb+1ast, G.Veronesi 14+2ast, K.Sherrill 13+2reb+1ast, R.Cortese 10+3ast, A.Calzavara 9+2reb+3ast RO SAzzurra: D.Wilson 22+5reb+6ast, J.Giachetti 20+2reb+3ast, L.Nikolic 12+8reb+2ast, I.Emmanuel 11+3reb+1ast, S.Givens 10+3reb+4ast, R.Rullo 5+3ast Ravenna - Monferrato 78-76 There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Ravenna (5-7) edged at home 5th ranked Monferrato (5-7) 78-76 on Sunday. Ravenna forced 20 Monferrato turnovers. The best player for the winners was American point guard Kendall Anthony (173-1993, college: Richmond) who scored 15 points and 4 assists. Naturalized Argentinian guard Bernardo Musso (193-1986, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 14 points. Four Ravenna players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Kodi Justice (199-1995, college: Arizona St.) who recorded 24 points and the former international power forward Niccolo Martinoni (203-1989) added 10 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Ravenna moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Monferrato and Rieti Kienergia. Monferrato lost third consecutive game. Top scorers: Monferrato: K.Justice 24+4reb+3ast, G.Leggio 12+1reb, N.Martinoni 10+11reb+1ast, A.Sarto 9+3reb, L.Valentini 8+3reb+4ast, M.Formenti 5+4reb+1ast Ravenna: K.Anthony 15+3reb+4ast, B.Vittorio 14+5reb, B.Musso 14+4reb+1ast, F.Bonacini 12+5reb+2ast, T.Oxilia 8+8reb+3ast, G.Nicola 6 Latina - Nardo 77-78 A very close game took place in Latina between Nardo and Latina. Third ranked Nardo (6-4) got a very close victory on the road over 5th ranked Latina (4-6). Nardo managed to escape with a 1-point win 78-77 on Saturday evening. The best player for the winners was American point guard Russ Smith (183-1991, college: Louisville) who scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Andrea La Torre (204-1997) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Nardo players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Andy Cleaves II (188-1996, college: CS Stanislaus) who recorded 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Bulgarian forward Ivan Alipiev (203-1999, college: LMU) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Latina's coach Franco Gramenzi rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Nardo moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Latina dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. They share it with Vanoli Cremona. Top scorers: Latina: A.Cleaves II 23+8reb+5ast, K.Viglianisi 16+1reb+2ast, I.Alipiev 14+7reb, A.Cacace 7+4reb, A.Cicchetti 6+3reb+2ast, S.Moretti 4+9reb+1ast Nardo: R.Smith 20+6reb+2ast, A.La Torre 15+7reb+3ast, M.Parravicini 12+1ast, V.Stojanovic 11+2reb+4ast, L.Baldasso 7+2reb, A.Donda 6+10reb+2ast |
| Italian Serie A2 round 6 (Second Stage) best performance: Raphael Gaspardo (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 29-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, eight rebounds and two assists) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out Torino (#1, 8-2) 96-93. Udine is placed at 2nd position in Italian Serie A2. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Udine will need more victories to improve their 6-4 record. In the team's last game Gaspardo had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Raphael Gaspardo averages this season 10.2ppg. The second best player in last round's games was young Croatian Aleksandar Marcius (208-C-1990) of league's second-best Treviglio. Marcius had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 13 rebounds. Of course he led Treviglio to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Pistoia (#6, 3-7) 104-65. Treviglio's second position in Group Yellow has not changed. His team's 7-3 record is not bad at all. Marcius is a newcomer at Treviglio 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 American forward Ed Daniel (202-F/C-1990, agency: Green Sports Management) of San Severo (#5). Daniel scored 15 points and grabbed seventeen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of San Severo, leading his team to a 86-71 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Rieti Kienergia (#7, 5-7). San Severo needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Group Relegation. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 6 lost games. Daniel has a great season in Italy. After 29 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.8rpg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Andy Cleaves II (188-G-1996) of Latina - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Ronald Jackson Jr. (203-F-1997) of Torino - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Antonio Iannuzzi (208-F/C-1991) of Mantova - 18 points and 11 rebounds 7. Duane Wilson (190-G-1994) of RO SAzzurra - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Ion Lupusor (203-F/C-1996) of San Severo - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Alessandro Gentile (201-G/F-1992) of Udine - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists 10. LaQuinton Ross (203-F-1992) of Mantova - 19 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)
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| B3 League Round 3 of Finals. Iwate Big Bulls clinch the title - by Eurobasket News |
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Iwate - Shizuoka 81-72 Iwate Big Bulls claimed B3 League title. They overcame Shizuoka in the decisive third game of the championship series. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 22-12. But Shizuoka won third quarter 18-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was American forward Kristian Doolittle (201-1997, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) who scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Beninese power forward Muusa Dama (207-1996, college: EIU, agency: Blacktop Management) chipped in 21 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field). Four Iwate players scored in double figures. Iwate's coach Yukinori Suzuki used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and American center Kenny Lawson (207-1988, college: Creighton) added 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Top scorers: Iwate: M.Dama 21+6reb, I.Harumichi 20+1reb+1ast, K.Doolittle 16+7reb+4ast, Y.Toshiki 10+5reb+7ast, G.Beverly 5+7reb, K.Monma 5+3reb+1ast Shizuoka: A.Elsener 22+6reb+5ast, Y.Kentaro 13+4reb+1ast, K.Lawson 11+9reb+4ast, T.Miller 8+5reb, S.Kanou 8+1reb, Y.Okada 5+4reb+9ast |
| Japanese B1 League round 61 best performance: Josh Hawkinson (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player was the main contributor (37 points, seven rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to crush Niigata A. (#8, 13-47) with 22-point margin 94-72. Shinshu BW maintains the 3rd position in their group in Japanese B1 League. Shinshu BW 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 28-30 record. In the team's last game Hawkinson had a remarkable 69.2% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He has many years of experience at Shinshu BW, through which he has constantly improved. Josh Hawkinson averages this season 18.0ppg and 9.1rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young British Myles Hesson (198-F-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) of Toyama G.. Hesson had a very good evening with 40 points and 6 rebounds. It was enough for Toyama G. to edge the higher-ranked Yokohama BC (#2, 33-27) 84-81. Toyama G.'s 7th position in Central has not changed. 45 lost games are too many comparing to just fifteen victories Toyama G. managed to get this year. Hesson is one of the most experienced players at Toyama G. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.9ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 5.7rpg and 3.2apg. Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Rashawn Thomas (203-F-1994) of Sendai 89ers (#8). Thomas scored 24 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Sendai 89ers, leading his team to a 84-67 easy win against the higher-ranked Gunma CT (#5, 29-31). Thomas has a very solid season. In 43 games in Japan he scored 16.9ppg. He also has 7.5rpg, 3.1apg and FGP: 51.4%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Davante Gardner (203-F/C-1991) of Sea Horses M. - 26 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Devin Oliver (204-PF-1992) of Yokohama BC - 24 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Kofi Cockburn (213-C-1999) of Niigata A. - 21 points, 16 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Joshua Smith (208-C-1992) of Toyama G. - 18 points and 12 rebounds 8. Ryan Kelly (211-PF-1991) of Hitachi SRT - 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists 9. James McAdoo (206-F-1993) of Hitachi SRT - 18 points and 6 rebounds 10. Ryan Rossiter (204-F-1989) of Alvark Tokyo - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 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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| Smith's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 29 points and 10 rebounds, while his team beat Yokohama BC (#2, 33-27) 95-89. Toyama G. maintains the 7th position in their group in Japanese league. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 45 games and recorded just fifteen victories. Smith has many years of experience at Toyama G., through which he has constantly improved. Joshua Smith averages this season 17.5ppg and 9.5rpg. Second best performed player last round was Rashawn Thomas (203-F-1994) of Sendai 89ers. He is American forward in his first season at Sendai 89ers. In the last game Thomas recorded impressive double-double of 27 points and 19 rebounds. Bad luck as Sendai 89ers lost that game 85-91 to the higher-ranked Gunma CT (#5, 29-31). Sendai 89ers managed to keep the same 8th spot in East. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 19-41 record. Thomas is a newcomer at Sendai 89ers and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to Cheick Diallo (206-C/F-1996) of Kyoto H. (#6). Diallo got into 30-points club by scoring 33 points in the last round. He went also for ten rebounds . Despite Diallo's great performance Kyoto H. lost 82-83 to slightly lower-ranked Shiga L-Stars (#8, 13-46). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Kyoto H. not to end season at such low position in West, however are less than slim as they have already lost 37 games, recording just twenty three victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Diallo could try to bring Kyoto H.'s a little bit higher in the standings. Diallo has a very solid season. In 59 games in Japan he scored 16.3ppg. He also has 10.1rpg and FGP: 64.8%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jack Cooley (206-C/F-1991) of Ryukyu GK - 17 points, 17 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Alan Williams (203-C-1993) of Nagoya DD - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Nathan Boothe (206-PF-1994) of Sendai 89ers - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Trey McKinney-Jones (198-G-1990) of Gunma CT - 31 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Yuki Kawamura (169-G-2001) of Yokohama BC - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists 9. Steve Zack (211-C-1992) of Akita NH - 15 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Perrin Buford (198-F-1994) of Shimane SM - 14 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| B2 League Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Nishinomiya Storks advance into semis - by Eurobasket News |
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Koshigaya A. - Nishinomiya S. 74-84 Nishinomiya S. made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Strangely Koshigaya A. outrebounded Nishinomiya S. 43-31 including a 20-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court. It was a great evening for forward Jordan Hamilton (201-1990, college: Texas) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Trey Porter (208-1996, college: Nevada) helped adding 11 points and 12 rebounds. Five Nishinomiya S. players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Justin Harper (208-1989, college: Richmond) with 20 points and 8 rebounds and power forward Brekkott Chapman (206-1996, college: Weber St.) scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Koshigaya A.: J.Harper 20+8reb, M.Shun 17+2reb+5ast, B.Chapman 15+8reb+1ast, I.Butts 8+9reb+1ast, T.Hasegawa 5+6reb+1ast, K.Hayate 4+1reb Nishinomiya S.: J.Hamilton 22+10reb+3ast, S.Watanabe 14+3reb+1ast, N.Dohara 11+1reb+5ast, T.Porter 11+12reb+2ast, T.Yusuke 10+2reb+2ast, Z.Dimec 9+2reb+1ast |
| B1 League Round 61: #1 Kawasaki BT is defeated by Hitachi SRT - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Kawasaki BT (40-20) in Kanagawa on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Hitachi SRT (28-32) 88-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kawasaki BT. Hitachi SRT looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American Ryan Kelly (211-1991, college: Duke) stepped up and scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward James McAdoo (206-1993, college: UNC, agency: Slash Sports) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side the former international point guard Ryusei Shinoyama (178-1988) responded with 16 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hitachi SRT maintains fourth place with 28-32 record. Kawasaki BT at the other side still keeps top position with 20 games lost. Important game to mention about took place in Hiroshima. Fourth ranked Hiroshima D. (41-18) saved a 3-point victory at home edging leader Ryukyu GK (48-12) 73-70 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the 11-game winning streak of Ryukyu GK. American forward Dwayne Evans (201-1992, college: St.Louis, agency: Pensack Sports) nailed 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Nick Mayo accounted for 16 points and 13 rebounds. American power forward Jack Cooley (206-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds for Ryukyu GK in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Hiroshima D. maintains fourth place with 41-18 record. Ryukyu GK at the other side still keeps top position with 12 games lost. They share it with Shimane SM. A very close game took place in Tochigi between Tochigi Brex and Chiba Jets. Third ranked Tochigi Brex (31-28) got a very close home victory over leader Chiba Jets (53-7). Tochigi Brex managed to escape with a 2-point win 82-80 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Chiba Jets. Grant Jerrett fired a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Victor Law produced 25 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Defending champion maintains third place with 31-28 record having ten points less than leader Ryukyu GK. Loser Chiba Jets still keep top position with seven games lost. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 61: Hokkaido L. lost to Akita NH on the opponent's court 92-102. Alvark Tokyo unfortunately lost to Nagoya DD in a home game 63-73. Shiga L-Stars recorded a loss to Kyoto H. on the road 69-85. FE Nagoya were defeated by Shimane SM on its own court 64-77. Shinshu BW smashed Niigata A. in Nagano 94-72. Osaka E. won against Ibaraki R. at home 95-81. San-en NP managed to outperform Sea Horses M. on the opponent's court 86-78. Sendai 89ers managed to beat Gunma CT in a home game 84-67. Toyama G. defeated Yokohama BC on the road 84-81. The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists by Devin Oliver of Yokohama BC.
Akita NH - Hokkaido L. 102-92 Rather expected game when 7th ranked Hokkaido L. (19-41) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Akita NH (29-30) 102-92 on Sunday. Akita NH shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Point guard Sota Oura (182-1997) fired 22 points and 6 assists for the winners. American center Steve Zack (211-1992, college: La Salle) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Australian forward Brock Motum (208-1990, college: WSU) produced 25 points and the former international guard Ryoma Hashimoto (178-1988) added 15 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Akita NH moved-up to fourth place. Loser Hokkaido L. keeps the seventh position with 41 games lost. They share it with Sendai 89ers. Top scorers: Hokkaido L.: B.Motum 25+3reb+1ast, S.Long 17+4reb, R.Hashimoto 15+3reb+6ast, S.Froling 12+10reb, S.Terazono 9+2reb+8ast, D.Ramos 8+5reb+2ast Akita NH: O.Sota 22+4reb+6ast, S.Kidd 21+2reb+3ast, S.Zack 12+11reb+5ast, T.Takeshi 10+2reb, K.Kanter 10+6reb+1ast, T.Nakayama 8+6reb+1ast Alvark Tokyo - Nagoya DD 63-73 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when third ranked Nagoya DD (43-16) defeated on the road their biggest opponent Alvark Tokyo (42-18) 73-63 on Sunday. American forward Coty Clarke (201-1992, college: Arkansas) fired 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. His fellow American import power forward Scott Eatherton (206-1991, college: Northeastern) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Nagoya DD's coach Shawn Dennis used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The former international forward Ryan Rossiter (204-1989, college: Siena) produced 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and Spanish Sebastian Saiz (205-1994, college: Ole Miss) added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Nagoya DD have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain third place with 43-16 record having just two point less than leader Ryukyu GK. Alvark Tokyo lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the second position with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Alvark Tokyo: R.Rossiter 17+7reb+6ast, S.Ando 12+1reb+2ast, S.Saiz 11+5reb+2ast, A.Kirk 9+6reb+1ast, Z.Baranski 8+3reb+2ast, H.Okamoto 3+1ast Nagoya DD: C.Clarke 18+8reb+2ast, S.Eatherton 17+8reb+2ast, A.Williams 13+2reb+1ast, Y.Suda 8+3reb+3ast, T.Nakahigashi 6+1reb+1ast, T.Saito 5+1reb+6ast Kawasaki BT - Hitachi SRT 71-88 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Kawasaki BT (40-20) in Kanagawa on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Hitachi SRT (28-32) 88-71. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kawasaki BT. Hitachi SRT looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American Ryan Kelly (211-1991, college: Duke) stepped up and scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward James McAdoo (206-1993, college: UNC, agency: Slash Sports) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side the former international point guard Ryusei Shinoyama (178-1988) responded with 16 points and 4 assists and the former international power forward Nick Fazekas (211-1985, college: Nevada) scored 11 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hitachi SRT maintains fourth place with 28-32 record. Kawasaki BT at the other side still keeps top position with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Kawasaki BT: R.Shinoyama 16+1reb+4ast, N.Fazekas 11+9reb, N.Yuto 9+4reb+7ast, T.Hasegawa 8+2reb+2ast, J.Heath 6+4reb, S.Maeta 6+1reb Hitachi SRT: R.Kelly 25+8reb+6ast, J.McAdoo 18+6reb+1ast, S.Tawatari 10+2ast, K.Ishii 9+4reb+2ast, L.Vendrame 7+3reb+7ast, K.Sekino 5+1reb Hiroshima D. - Ryukyu GK 73-70 Important game to mention about took place in Hiroshima. Fourth ranked Hiroshima D. (41-18) saved a 3-point victory at home edging leader Ryukyu GK (48-12) 73-70 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the 11-game winning streak of Ryukyu GK. Hiroshima D. players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American forward Dwayne Evans (201-1992, college: St.Louis, agency: Pensack Sports) nailed 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and his fellow American import forward Nick Mayo (206-1997, college: EKU, agency: Pensack Sports) accounted for 16 points and 13 rebounds. American power forward Jack Cooley (206-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds and the former international guard Koh Flippin (190-1996, college: Doane) added 12 points and 7 assists respectively for Ryukyu GK in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Hiroshima D. maintains fourth place with 41-18 record. Ryukyu GK at the other side still keeps top position with 12 games lost. They share it with Shimane SM. Top scorers: Ryukyu GK: K.Flippin 12+3reb+7ast, J.Cooley 12+13reb+1ast, C.Tamayo 11+2reb, J.Duncan 9+4reb+4ast, K.Imamura 8, M.Reita 5+1reb+1ast Hiroshima D.: D.Evans 23+9reb+5ast, N.Mayo 16+13reb+2ast, K.Toshiki 11+2reb+3ast, N.Takuto 8+1ast, T.Ryo 6+5reb+4ast, N.Tsuji 3+4ast Kyoto H. - Shiga L-Stars 85-69 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 8th ranked Shiga L-Stars' (13-46) road loss to seventh ranked Kyoto H. (23-37) 69-85 on Sunday. American forward Jarrod Uthoff (203-1993, college: Iowa) fired 17 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Canadian-Filipino guard Matthew Wright (193-1991, college: St.Bonaventure) chipped in 8 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. American forward DeQuan Jones (203-1990, college: Miami, FL) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and Croatian power forward Ivan Buva (207-1991) added 14 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Kyoto H. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Ibaraki R. Loser Shiga L-Stars keep the eighth position with 46 games lost. Top scorers: Shiga L-Stars: D.Jones 19+10reb+2ast, I.Buva 14+12reb, K.Toews 11+1reb+4ast, K.Martin 11+7reb+2ast, K.Isaac Ravena 8+2reb+6ast, Y.Sugiura 6+2reb+2ast Kyoto H.: J.Uthoff 17+9reb+1ast, C.Diallo 14+4reb+2ast, R.Aoki 13+3reb, K.Mizuno 13+4reb+6ast, E.Udoh 12+6reb, M.Wright 8+9reb+9ast FE Nagoya - Shimane SM 64-77 Everything went according to plan when second ranked Shimane SM (48-12) beat on the road 6th ranked FE Nagoya (22-38) 77-64 on Sunday. Shimane SM dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to FE Nagoya's 24. American forward Reid Travis (203-1995, college: Kentucky, agency: Pensack Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Hiromu Kitagawa (182-1991) chipped in 22 points and 5 assists. Four Shimane SM players scored in double figures. American forward Jeremy Jones (201-1996, college: Gonzaga) produced 16 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import power forward Johnathan Williams III (206-1995, college: Gonzaga, agency: Slash Sports) added 7 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. FE Nagoya's coach Garcia Reynaldo Kawabe rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Shimane SM have a solid series of three victories in a row. They used an opportunity after Ryukyu GK lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. FE Nagoya lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the seventh place with 38 games lost. Top scorers: FE Nagoya: J.Jones 16+7reb+1ast, K.Ishikawa 12+2reb+3ast, N.Hiromu 8+1reb+3ast, J.Williams III 7+12reb+1ast, A.Randall 7+2reb+1ast, Y.Miyazaki 5+3reb Shimane SM: H.Kitagawa 22+4reb+5ast, R.Travis 19+11reb+3ast, N.Kay 17+10reb+1ast, D.Taniguchi 11+2reb, T.Shota 4+1reb+2ast, R.Abe 4+1reb+4ast Niigata A. - Shinshu BW 72-94 There was no surprise when 8th ranked Niigata A. (13-47) was outplayed at home by third ranked Shinshu BW (28-30) 94-72 on Sunday. Shinshu BW looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The former international forward Josh Hawkinson (208-1995, college: WSU) fired 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Point guard Ko Kumagai (173-1996) chipped in 8 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Jamaican center Kofi Cockburn (213-1999, college: Illinois) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds and American forward Keve Aluma (206-1998, college: Virginia Tech, agency: Pensack Sports) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Niigata A.'s coach Fujitaka Hiraoka gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Shinshu BW maintains third place with 28-30 record having fourteen points less than leader Ryukyu GK. Loser Niigata A. keeps the eighth position with 47 games lost. Top scorers: Niigata A.: K.Cockburn 21+16reb+2ast, T.Sugimoto 13+2reb+1ast, K.Aluma 12+8reb+4ast, K.Fumiya 6, J.Park 6+1reb+2ast, R.Allen 5+3reb+3ast Shinshu BW: J.Hawkinson 37+7reb+4ast, M.Reo 17+2reb+4ast, A.Matthew 9+3reb, K.Ko 8+11reb+6ast, A.McHenry 8+5reb+7ast, K.Mitsui 7+2reb+1ast Osaka E. - Ibaraki R. 95-81 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Osaka E.'s (27-33) home victory over 6th ranked Ibaraki R. (23-37) 95-81 on Sunday. Osaka E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard DJ Newbill (193-1992, college: Penn St.) fired 17 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. The former international forward Ira Brown (193-1982, college: Gonzaga) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Five Osaka E. players scored in double figures. American forward Chehales Tapscott (195-1990, college: Portland St.) produced 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and the other American import Eric Jacobsen (208-1994, college: Arizona St.) added 14 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Osaka E. maintains fifth place with 27-33 record, which they share with Sea Horses M. Loser Ibaraki R. keeps the sixth position with 37 games lost. They share it with Kyoto H.. Top scorers: Ibaraki R.: C.Tapscott 19+6reb+7ast, E.Jacobsen 14+12reb+1ast, T.Kennedy 14+3reb+1ast, A.Hirao 8+1ast, N.Kohei 7+1reb+1ast, K.Fukuzawa 7+1reb+1ast Osaka E.: I.Brown 18+7reb+1ast, D.Newbill 17+8reb+9ast, T.Hashimoto 16+6reb+1ast, S.O'Mara 16+4reb+1ast, K.Makoto 13+5reb+5ast, T.Suzuki 5+3reb+4ast Sea Horses M. - San-en NP 78-86 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Kariya where 5th ranked Sea Horses M. (27-33) was defeated by sixth ranked San-en NP (22-37) 86-78 on Sunday. San-en NP outrebounded Sea Horses M. 41-21 including 27 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Filipino guard Ferdinand Ravena (189-1996) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American center Isaiah Hicks (206-1994, college: UNC) chipped in 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four San-en NP players scored in double figures. American power forward Davante Gardner (203-1991, college: Marquette) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international forward Yudai Nishida (188-1999) added 18 points respectively for lost side. San-en NP maintains sixth place with 22-37 record. Loser Sea Horses M. keeps the fifth position with 33 games lost. They share it with Osaka E.. Top scorers: Sea Horses M.: D.Gardner 26+12reb+7ast, Y.Nishida 18+3ast, N.Satoshi 13+2reb+2ast, S.Kashiwagi 6+1ast, T.Nakamura 5+2reb+1ast, Q.Miller-Scott 5+1reb San-en NP: F.Ravena 22+11reb+4ast, H.Kazuki 21+5reb+3ast, I.Hicks 21+8reb+4ast, K.O'Quinn 16+7reb+7ast, M.Yamauchi 6+4reb+7ast, T.Kaisei 0+3reb+1ast Sendai 89ers - Gunma CT 84-67 There was a surprise result when eighth ranked Sendai 89ers (19-41) defeated at home 4th placed Gunma CT (29-31) 84-67 on Sunday. Sendai 89ers looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Rashawn Thomas (203-1994, college: TAMUCC) fired 24 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. His fellow American import Nathan Boothe (206-1994, college: Toledo) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Four Sendai 89ers players scored in double figures. Naturalized American forward Michael Parker (202-1981, college: Evergreen St.) produced 12 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Trey McKinney-Jones (198-1990, college: Miami, FL) added 8 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Sendai 89ers moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Hokkaido L. Loser Gunma CT dropped to the fifth position with 31 games lost. Top scorers: Gunma CT: N.Namizato 12+4reb+3ast, M.Parker 12+8reb+1ast, A.Hachimura 9+1reb, S.Teru 8, T.McKinney-Jones 8+5reb+7ast, J.Keenan 8+7reb+2ast Sendai 89ers: R.Thomas 24+9reb+1ast, N.Boothe 15+10reb+3ast, K.Sawabe 11+1reb+2ast, R.Kobayashi 11+3reb+7ast, Y.Aoki 8+3reb+3ast, M.Kataoka 5+1ast Tochigi Brex - Chiba Jets 82-80 A very close game took place in Tochigi between Tochigi Brex and Chiba Jets. Third ranked Tochigi Brex (31-28) got a very close home victory over leader Chiba Jets (53-7). Tochigi Brex managed to escape with a 2-point win 82-80 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Chiba Jets. American center Grant Jerrett (208-1993, college: Arizona) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. The former international swingman Makoto Hiejima (190-1990) chipped in 26 points. Four Tochigi Brex players scored in double figures. American forward Victor Law (201-1995, college: Northwestern, agency: Pensack Sports) produced 25 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and the former international point guard Yuki Togashi (170-1993) added 21 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Defending champion maintains third place with 31-28 record having ten points less than leader Ryukyu GK. Loser Chiba Jets still keep top position with seven games lost. Top scorers: Chiba Jets: V.Law 25+4reb+3ast, Y.Togashi 21+1reb+2ast, S.Hara 12+1reb+3ast, G.Edwards 8+8reb+3ast, J.Mooney 4+11reb+5ast, O.Asato 3+4reb+1ast Tochigi Brex: M.Hiejima 26+4reb+3ast, G.Jerrett 19+11reb+5ast, T.Shinji 11+1reb+1ast, I.Fotu 10+7reb+3ast, H.Watanabe 6+4ast, S.Ikaruga 5+5reb+2ast Yokohama BC - Toyama G. 81-84 There was an upset when much higher ranked Yokohama BC (33-27) was edged at home by seventh ranked Toyama G. (15-45) 84-81 on Sunday. Toyama G. had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. British forward Myles Hesson (198-1990, agency: Octagon Europe) fired 40 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds for the winners. American center Joshua Smith (208-1992, college: Georgetown) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). American Devin Oliver (204-1992, college: Dayton) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists and Czech Patrik Auda (204-1989, college: Seton Hall, agency: Octagon Europe) added 21 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Yokohama BC's coach Taketo Aoki tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Toyama G. maintains seventh place with 15-45 record. Yokohama BC lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the second position with 27 games lost. Top scorers: Yokohama BC: D.Oliver 24+13reb+6ast, P.Auda 21+7reb+3ast, K.Yuki 15+2reb+10ast, S.Koya 6+3reb, A.Raita 5+4reb+2ast, M.Morikawa 5+1reb Toyama G.: M.Hesson 40+6reb+1ast, J.Smith 18+12reb, N.Gadson 12+9reb+2ast, U.Shunsuke 5+3reb+1ast, R.Ono 4+3reb+8ast, N.Yoshiyuki 3+1reb+1ast |
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| Jason Edwards will continue his college career at N.Texas - by Eurobasket News |
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University of North Texas landed 6-0 point guard Jason Edwards for upcoming season. Edwards comes from Dodge City Community College (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. His team won KJCCC D1 Championship this season. He helped Dodge City make it to the NJCAA D1 Plains District Semifinals, NJCAA D1 Region VI Semifinals and NJCAA Division I Elite Eight. Edwards was also voted to NJCAA Division I All-Tournament Team and NJCAA Division I All-America First Team. He played also at Miles College in 2021-2022. Edwards graduated Parkview High School (Lilburn, GA) in 2021. (via @VerbalCommits) |
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| U19 League Round 1 of Finals. Riga/DSN claim the title - by Eurobasket News |
FINALRiga/Bball clas - Riga/DSN 90-91Riga/DSN dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Riga/Bball clas' 36. Riga/DSN forced 25 Riga/Bball clas turnovers. Riga/Bball clas were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Kristofers Karlsons (185-2004) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 13 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Forward Karlis Vavers (196-2006) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all six shots) for the winners. Four Riga/DSN players scored in double figures. Guard Markuss Mamajs (180-2004) answered with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and Rihards Berkolds (192-2004) added 32 points and 6 assists in the effort for Riga/Bball clas. Top scorers: Riga/DSN: B.Daniels 29+1reb+2ast, K.Kristofers 20+13reb+8ast, V.Karlis 15+12reb+5ast, G.Dans 10+6reb+2ast, S.Kristers 9+7reb+2ast, K.Pauls 8+2reb Riga/Bball clas: B.Rihards 32+4reb+6ast, M.Markuss 29+11reb+6ast, G.Armands 10+17reb+2ast, A.Reinis 7+5reb, B.Kristians 6+1reb+2ast, I.Yaroslav 6+6reb+1ast 3-4 PlaceOgre - BJBS/AK VEF 91-85Ogre forced 21 BJBS/AK VEF turnovers. Markuss Lastins (194-2004) fired 25 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guard Davids Mals (187-2004) chipped in 24 points. Four Ogre players scored in double figures. Rudolfs Svitins (199-2005) produced 30 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and Dags Gaikens added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Ogre: L.Markuss 25+6reb+2ast, M.Davids 24+4reb+3ast, K.Harijs 17+2reb+5ast, K.Jekabs 13+2reb+1ast, K.Markuss 6+5reb+2ast, K.Mariss 6+2reb+4ast BJBS/AK VEF: S.Rudolfs 30+1reb+5ast, P.Peteris 13+5reb, G.Dags 10+6reb+4ast, S.Edvards 9+3reb+1ast, K.Krisjanis 8+1reb+4ast, V.Martins 7+4reb+3ast |
| Eurobasket.com All-Latvian U19 League Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | ||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Daniels Baumanis (188-G-2004) of LU/BS RigaPlayer of the Year: Rudolfs Pastors (195-F-2004) of Riga/Pard.Guard of the Year: Edvards Egle (187-SG-2005) of LUForward of the Year: Rudolfs Pastors (195-F-2004) of Riga/Pard.Center of the Year: Armands Gailiss (207-F/C-2004) of LU/BS Riga
First Team Edvards Egle (187-SG-2005) of LU Kristofers Karlsons (185-G-2004) of Valmiera Glass Kristaps Soldatenoks (192-SF-2005) of Liepaja Rudolfs Pastors (195-F-2004) of Riga/Pard. Armands Gailiss (207-F/C-2004) of LU/BS Riga
Second Team Arturs Vucins (180-PG-2004) of Liepaja Edzus Brezinskis (190-SG-2005) of Liepaja Toms Salnajs (199-SF-2005) of Ventspils Rudolfs Svitins (199-SF-2005) of LU Harijs Kaupmanis (200-F-2005) of BK OgreHonorable Mention Adrians Visockis-Rubenis (194-SG-2005) of Liepaja Markuss Lastins (194-SG-2004) of BK Ogre Karlis Baskis (200-F-2004) of Bertanu Janis Censonis (185-G-2005) of Ventspils Markuss Mamajs (180-G-2004) of LU/BS Riga Yaroslav Ivanov (2005) of LU/BS Riga Markuss Spila (170-G-2005) of Marupe Kristians Armanovs (183-G-2005) of Salaspils Kristians Pastors (193-F-2005) of Salaspils Rainers Lisicins (180-G-2004) of Gulbenes Buki Martins Pelcbergs (191-G-2004) of Riga Centrs |
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| D1 Round 3: Derby game ends with Al Nasr's defeat of Al Hilal - by Eurobasket News | ||
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What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Benghazi: Al Nasr (#4) and Al Hilal (#5). Al Hilal was crushed at home by 18 points 55-73 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Al Nasr is looking forward to face Al Morog (#7) in Almarj in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Al Hilal's supporters also look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Benghazi to the arena Ahly Benghazi. Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Tripoli: Ahly Tripoli (#3) and Shabab (#8). Shabab was defeated at home 82-91 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Ahly Tripoli's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tripoli Al Madina. Another exciting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Tripoli: Al Ittihad (#2) and Al Madina (#6). Al Madina was crushed at home by 19 points 55-74 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Al Ittihad's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tripoli Shabab. In the last game of round 3 Ahly Benghazi smashed Al Morog on the road 78-57.
Al Hilal - Al Nasr 55-73 The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Benghazi: Al Nasr (#4) and Al Hilal (#5). Al Hilal was crushed at home by 18 points 55-73 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Al Nasr is looking forward to face Al Morog (#7) in Almarj in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Al Hilal's supporters also look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Benghazi to the arena Ahly Benghazi. Shabab - Ahly Tripoli 82-91 Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Tripoli: Ahly Tripoli (#3) and Shabab (#8). Shabab was defeated at home 82-91 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Ahly Tripoli's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tripoli Al Madina. Al Madina - Al Ittihad 55-74 Another exciting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Tripoli: Al Ittihad (#2) and Al Madina (#6). Al Madina was crushed at home by 19 points 55-74 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Al Ittihad's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Tripoli Shabab. Al Morog - Ahly Benghazi 57-78 No shocking result in a game when Ahly Benghazi (3-0) crushed Al Morog (0-3) in Almarj 78-57 on Sunday. Ahly Benghazi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Benghazi Al Hilal. |
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| Eurobasket.com All-Lithuanian U18 League Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||
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Final Four MVP: Mantas Kocanas (207-C-2005) of Zalgiris Player of the Year: Kristupas Lesciauskas (190-G-2005) of Neptunas-Akv.
First Team Justas Ziubrys (183-PG-2005) of VKKM Kristupas Lesciauskas (190-G-2005) of Neptunas-Akv. Nojus Kuliesa (186-F) of Rytas 2 Ernestas Matulevic (200-F-2005) of Rytas 2 Mantas Kocanas (207-C-2005) of Zalgiris |
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| Whaley number one in Mexico CIBACOPA for round 15 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 33 points and 15 rebounds, while his team beat Guaymas (#7, 11-19) 107-102. Astros maintains the 2nd position in Mexican CIBACOPA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Astros will need more victories to improve their 17-13 record. Whaley just recently signed at Astros, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Isaiah Whaley averages this season 21.5ppg and 11.9rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Tony Farmer (201-F-1994) of Obregon. Farmer had a very good evening with 28 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Obregon was edged by slightly higher-ranked Los Mochis (#6, 12-18) 97-93. Obregon are still at the very bottom. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-21 record. Farmer is one of the most experienced players at Obregon and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.5ppg (#5). He also registered 8.2 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Joshua Webster (190-G-1997) of Tijuana (#5). Webster scored 19 points and passed twelve assists (!!!). He was a key player of Tijuana, leading his team to a 94-74 easy win against Culiacan (15-15). Tijuana needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 15 victories and 15 lost games. Webster has a great season in Mexico. After 30 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.5ppg (9th best) and assists with 6.5apg (best passer). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jimond Ivey (196-G-1996) of Hermosillo - 30 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Jordan Stevens (182-PG-1994) of Los Mochis - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 11 assists 6. Jeff Ledbetter (191-G-1988) of Mazatlan - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 14 assists 7. Vincent Boumann (206-C-1996) of Mazatlan - 26 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Michaell Jackson (190-PF-1987) of Culiacan - 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Edgar Garibay (208-F/C-1990) of Tijuana - 25 points and 9 rebounds 10. Markel Crawford (196-G-1994) of Guaymas - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 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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| SS1 celebrate second straight win - by Eurobasket News |
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CEADIR-LUNGA' - 'SSS 1' 76-94 SS1 celebrated second straight win in the Finals. They edged Ceadir 94-76. SS1 started with a 21-19 lead and led 8 points at the halftime. Moreover, they posted two narrow wins in the second half to seal the win. Piotr Forsov top-scored for the winners with 28 points and Vadim Bychkov (203-C-1999) netted 26. Hranovskiy replied with 31 points in the losing effort. |
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| Lakers Rally Past Warriors 104-101, Take 3-1 Series Lead - by Eurobasket News |
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Although Lonnie Walker IV (6'5''-G/F-1998, college: Miami, FL) began the season as a starter for the Los Angeles Lakers, he got injured and slipped all the way out of their rotation after they transformed their roster at the trade deadline. Walker didn't sulk or complain. He cheered from the bench. Worked even harder in practice. Waited for his chance to shine. And when it arrived, the unsung pro with inextinguishable confidence outshot Stephen Curry (6'2''-G-1988, college: Davidson) in the fourth quarter of a playoff win that put his Lakers on the brink of an unlikely trip to the Western Conference finals. ' (It's) the greatest feeling you could ever imagine,' Walker said with a smile. 'As a kid, this is something I've been dreaming of.' Walker scored all of his 15 points in a phenomenal fourth quarter, and the Lakers rallied late to take a 3-1 second-round series lead with a 104-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night. LeBron James (6'8''-SF-1984) scored 27 points and Anthony Davis (6'10''-C-1993, college: Kentucky) had 23 points and 15 rebounds for the seventh-seeded Lakers, who moved one win away from knocking off the champions with their eighth consecutive home victory since March. Los Angeles overcame Curry's third career postseason triple-double down the stretch largely because of Walker, who has made a seismic impact in returning to the Lakers' rotation in this series. He went 6 for 9 in the fourth quarter, starting with a 3-pointer on the opening possession of the period to cut Golden State's lead to four points. After sitting out Game 1, Walker contributed nine points in Game 2 and 12 more in Game 3. His emergence in this series is a shocker to most, but not to Walker or his teammates. 'I'm a scorer mentality first,' Walker said. 'I've got a lot of confidence in myself. I know what I'm capable of, and after a lot of sacrifice and a lot of time in the gym, the fruition finally came today.' Walker eventually hit the go-ahead jumper with 1:53 to play. Curry's layup with 1:05 left trimmed the Lakers' lead to one point, but Curry missed a long jumper and a 3-point attempt on Golden State's next possession before Walker made two free throws with 15 seconds left, and Los Angeles got one last defensive stop to seal it. 'We don't win this game tonight without Lonnie Walker IV, that's for sure," James said. "As hard as this game was, it's going to be even harder. We understand that. We know that.' Game 5 is Wednesday night in San Francisco. Curry had 31 points, 10 rebounds and 14 assists in his 13th career triple-double for the sixth-seeded Warriors, who will have to overcome a 3-1 series deficit for only the second time in franchise history to continue their NBA title defense. Golden State also did it in the 2016 Western Conference finals. 'It feels like what it is: (a) 3-1 (deficit). You go home, take care of business, get a win, and the momentum is right back in your favor,' coach Steve Kerr said. 'That's all it is. The Lakers did a great job of holding serve here, so now we've got to go back and get a win at home and flip the momentum.' The Warriors led by 12 late in the third quarter, but the Lakers chased down the champs and finished them with Walker leading the way in front of even James and Davis, who hugged Walker after the buzzer. 'The kid is a beautiful kid,' Lakers coach Darvin Ham said. 'He fell out of the rotation through no fault of his own, but he remained professional. He remained high-spirited, positive, and really kept working on his game every day, especially in these playoffs. When your mind is in the right place, your body follows.' Gary Payton II (6'3''-G-1992, college: Oregon St.) scored a season-high 15 points in his first start of the season for Golden State, but Klay Thompson had his second straight quiet game in Los Angeles, scoring nine points in 41 minutes. Andrew Wiggins added 17 points for the Warriors, who made just 25 combined 3-pointers in their two games in Los Angeles after making 21 apiece in the first two games in San Francisco. 'We're still positive,' Payton said. 'We know we have them down the line. We've just got to make one more run late, and you just create that space and opportunity.' Kerr switched to a three-guard starting lineup to affect the Los Angeles defense that held the Warriors to 97 points in Game 3, and the changes largely worked: Davis, who blocked 11 shots in the first three games, wasn't able to protect the rim with the same ferocity when his defensive matchups required him to go out to the perimeter, and the Warriors capitalized with 52 points in the paint. The Lakers compensated: They made all 20 of their free throws, and Austin Reaves (6'5''-G-1998, college: Oklahoma) added 21 points. But they won with a gritty, timely effort by Walker, who picked up the Lakers' slack when D'Angelo Russell scored just four points on 1-for-10 shooting after a strong performance in Game 3. Curry secured the 13th triple-double of his career early in the fourth quarter, but he missed nine of 10 3-point attempts spanning three quarters. The most prolific 3-point shooter in NBA history finished 3 for 14 from distance. Courtesy of: usnews.com |
| Heat take 3-1 lead, hold off Knicks 109-101 for Game 4 win - by Eurobasket News |
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The lead was shaky at times. The shooting went cold. The building got tense. There were moments when the Miami Heat looked like they were about to get themselves into trouble. And they found a way - again. The unpredictable ride of the eighth-seeded Heat continues, with Miami on the brink of yet another trip to the Eastern Conference finals. Jimmy Butler (6'7''-G/F-1989, college: Marquette) had 27 points and 10 assists, Bam Adebayo (6'10''-C-1997, college: Kentucky) finished with 23 points and 13 rebounds and the Heat topped the New York Knicks 109-101 on Monday night. 'It was great that we were able to hold home court,' Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said. 'But we know we have a task in New York.' They'll take a 3-1 lead into Madison Square Garden for Game 5 on Wednesday night, one win from wrapping up this East semifinal matchup and returning to the conference finals for the third time in four years. 'We've got a job to do,' Butler said, 'and I think we're very capable.' Max Strus (6'6''-G-1996, college: DePaul) scored 16 points, Kyle Lowry (6'0''-PG-1986, college: Villanova) added 15 and Caleb Martin had 10 for the Heat. Miami became only the fourth No. 8 seed in this NBA playoff format - now in its 40th season - to win at least seven games. The 1999 Knicks won 12 on their way to the NBA Finals, while Memphis won seven in 2011 and Philadelphia won seven in 2012. Jalen Brunson (6'1''-G-1996, college: Villanova) finished with 32 points and 11 assists for fifth-seeded New York, while RJ Barrett Jr. (6'6''-F/G-2000, college: Duke) had 24 points and Julius Randle (6'9''-F/C-1994, college: Kentucky) scored 20 for the Knicks before fouling out with about three minutes left. 'You've got to win four to win a series,' Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said. 'So, all we're thinking about is win the next game. Go quarter by quarter. Win the first quarter, win the second quarter, win the third, win the fourth. And then the next day we'll think about the next day.' Miami missed 12 of its first 15 shots of the fourth quarter, but the Knicks didn't take full advantage - trimming only three points off the Heat lead in that span. It was nine entering the fourth, and a pair of free throws by Brunson with 4:40 left got New York within 99-93. But a slam by Martin breathed some life into an antsy building, and the roars got a bit louder about a minute later. With the Knicks down seven, Randle went into the lane but Strus beat him to the spot, drawing contact that became the New York star's sixth foul with 3:08 left. The Heat held control the rest of the way. 'They got to offensive rebounds, to loose balls, they've got some tough guys that get respect,' Barrett said. 'I give them credit. They're working hard. They've got guys falling every possession, they're getting calls, they're getting rebounds. They're playing hard. We played hard as well.' The Knicks never led in Game 3, then held the lead twice in Game 4. Barely. They had a pair of one-point leads in the opening quarter, for a combined 33 seconds, with Miami erasing the deficits with immediate baskets on its next possession. But unlike Game 3, when Miami's lead was double digits for nearly the entirety of the final three quarters, this one remained in some doubt much of the way. The Knicks cut what was an 11-point deficit down to 67-65 on a 3-pointer by Barrett with 7:07 left in the third, but never got all the way over the hump. An 8-1 spurt over a two-minute stretch late in the third restored the 11-point lead, Miami's cushion was 90-81 going into the fourth, and the Heat held on. 'We're kind of fighting an uphill battle,' Brunson said. 'Didn't do enough within the 48 minutes.' A Miami team that was about 3 minutes from getting eliminated in the play-in tournament is now one win from the NBA's final four. It might be unexpected to many - but not to the Heat. 'We've been tested this year,' Strus said. 'And we knew that when the battles would come, we'd be ready for it.' Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Sixers tie series with overtime win over Celtics, 116-115 - by Eurobasket News |
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James Harden (6'5''-SG-1989, college: Arizona St.) had a new friend he called his good-luck charm in the arena and the grit he needed to turn in a vintage effort - in the form of tying and winning shots - for the 76ers. After looking down-and-out in the previous two games, Good Game James saved the 76ers in Game 4. Harden hit a floater to tie the game with 16 seconds left in regulation and buried a go-ahead 3-pointer with 18 seconds remaining in overtime, finishing with 42 points to help the Sixers stave off a wild Boston Celtics comeback in a 116-115 victory on Sunday. 'I just want to win,' Harden said. 'Today was do-or-die for us.' The 76ers tied their Eastern Conference semifinals at 2-2, with Game 5 set for Tuesday in Boston. Harden won the game in front of John Hao, a paralyzed Michigan State shooting survivor who developed a long-distance friendship with the 10-time All-Star. Harden invited Hao to a game as soon as he was able to travel. 'He's strong, he's bouncing back, he's recovering very well,' Harden said. 'I feel like it's my job to give him that light, that smile that he deserves. Hopefully today was one of those days where he can smile.' Harden waved over Hao and signed his game-worn sneakers moments after Marcus Smart (6'4''-G-1994, college: OK State)'s potential winning 3-pointer was a tick too late. The 76ers are now guaranteed to return home for Game 6 on Thursday. Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) said his poor defensive read when he ditched Harden to double Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas) was a pivotal moment. 'It's a gamble at the wrong time and a big shot by James Harden,' he said. 'That's my fault. I take full accountability.' Smart and Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) keyed a Celtics rally from 15 points down late in the third quarter. Boston's fun began in the fourth when Smart and Brown buried consecutive 3-pointers and Tatum attacked the rim for a bucket that wiped out an eight-point hole in 90 seconds. Al Horford put the Celtics ahead 98-96 - after Tyrese Maxey (6'4''-PG-2000, college: Kentucky) had his shot blocked at the other end - and shimmied as boos rained on him. Yes, the 76ers had home court, but fans tensed up as memories of all those second-round exits since 2001 stirred inside the building. Smart and Malcolm Brogdon hit consecutive 3s for a 105-100 Boston lead. But it was P.J. Tucker (6'6''-F-1985, college: Texas), the heart and guts of the Sixers, who again did the dirty work with an offensive rebound and a bucket. He was fouled and made the free throw with 1:05 left to the tie game and give the Sixers new life. The Sixers were on the brink of defeat numerous times over the final 17 minutes, none more than when Embiid crashed into Smart on a driving, one-handed bank shot with 1:49 left in overtime and was whistled for an offensive foul. The play was reviewed and the call stood. Boston kept its 112-111 lead Embiid, the NBA MVP who had 34 points and 13 rebounds, kept his composure and eventually got to the line for two free throws that gave Philadelphia a one-point lead with 59 seconds left. Tatum, who struggled to score early but finished with 24 points, 18 rebounds, six assists and four blocks, hit a step-back 3 for a 115-113 lead. 'Jayson Tatum's 3 was awful that (a push-off) wasn't called,' 76ers Coach Doc Rivers said. 'You've got to call that play. I know it's a big play and I'm a big fan of refs not deciding (the game), but it could have decided the game.' Brown scored 23 points and Smart had 21. Brown, though, took only three shots in the fourth quarter and none in overtime. 'I guess I've got to demand the ball a little bit more,' he said. 'I thought good things happened when I had it in my hands. I thought our offense was OK. We chipped away, we made big-time shots, we got great looks all game long. We just came up short in the end.' Harden played in Game 1 like he was still the MVP and dropped 45 points to spur an upset road victory. Then, his game disappeared and he played two of the worst games of his career, going 5-for-28 combined in Games 2 and 3. He regained his form in Game 4, hitting all three of his 3-point attempts in the first half while scoring 21 points - five more than his Game 3 total. Embiid was as potent as he could be on one good knee and had 19 points and 11 rebounds to help the 76ers lead 59-50 at the break. 'Tonight, playing a lot of minutes kind of got to me at the end,' Embiid said. 'We made the plays when we needed. PJ with the big and-1. Obviously, the James shot. I thought we stuck with it. But that's been us all season long. We stick together and fight through everything.' Courtesy of: pressherald.com |
| Booker, Durant both score 36, Suns even series with Nuggets - by Eurobasket News |
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The Denver Nuggets - understandably - were putting a huge share of their defensive pressure and attention on Phoenix's high-scoring duo of Devin Booker (6'6''-SG-1996, college: Kentucky) and Kevin Durant (6'9''-SF-1988, college: Texas) in the fourth quarter of Game 4 on Sunday night. 'We were trying to make other guys beat us not named Booker, not named Durant,' Nuggets coach Michael Malone explained. Landry Shamet (6'4''-PG-1997, college: Wichita St.) obliged. Shamet made four crucial 3-pointers in the final period, Booker and Durant both scored 36 points, and the Suns beat the Nuggets 129-124 to even their Western Conference semifinal playoff series at two games apiece. Booker also finished with a playoff career-high 12 assists, including a few to Shamet, who finished with 19 points on 5-of-8 shooting from 3-point range. Shamet had scored 14 points the entire postseason before Sunday. 'Just making quick decisions, just trying to make the defense pay,' Booker said. The series returns to Denver for Game 5 on Tuesday. Denver lost despite a huge game from MVP runner-up Nikola Jokic (7'0''-C-1995), who poured in 53 points on 20-of-30 shooting. Jokic used his physical play to knock down several big buckets, even ripping the ball away from Suns owner Mat Ishbia at one point after the ball went out of bounds, which earned the Nuggets All-Star a technical foul. 'I was making shots, attacking the paint,' Jokic said. 'It was just one of those nights.' The Suns took a 98-92 lead into the fourth quarter after a scoring flurry from Booker, who had 17 points in the third. Phoenix wouldn't trail in the fourth, though Denver didn't go quietly. The Nuggets trailed 116-106 with 4:55 remaining but never panicked, slowly cutting into the lead. They pulled within 123-120 with 22.4 seconds left but TJ Warren made two free throws to push the margin back to five. Booker - averaging 37 points on 60% shooting in these playoffs - was hot once again, shooting 14 of 18 from the field, including 3 of 4 on 3-pointers. 'I'm just trying to win,' Booker said. 'Throw that efficiency (expletive) out the window, I don't care about that. Just keep going. Keep attacking, keep being aggressive. If it's a product of getting open shots and knocking them down, that's what I'm supposed to do.' Jamal Murray (6'4''-SG-1997, college: Kentucky) added 28 points and seven assists for the Nuggets. Suns point guard Chris Paul missed his second straight game with a strained left groin suffered during Game 2. The Suns took a 63-61 lead by halftime. Jokic had 24 points for the Nuggets before the break while Durant had 21 for the Suns. Jokic was assessed a technical foul in the second after a bizarre altercation with Ishbia. Late in the period, Suns guard Josh Okogie (6'4''-G-1998, college: Georgia Tech) crashed into the seats while trying to save a loose ball. He landed in a group of fans on the baseline that included Ishbia, who grabbed the basketball. Jokic was trying to get the basketball quickly - apparently so the Nuggets could start their offensive possession - when he tried to take the ball away from Ishbia. The ball flew backward into the crowd, and then Ishbia was knocked backward by Jokic's elbow. 'The ball went over into the corner there and one of the fans was holding the ball,' referee Tony Brothers said to a pool reporter. 'Jokic came to get the ball, grabbed it away from the fan, then after that he deliberately gave him a shove and pushed him down, so he was issued an unsportsmanlike technical foul.' There were a few minutes of confusion as officials sorted out the weird scene, and then Jokic was assessed a technical foul. Ishbia told The Associated Press at halftime that he was 'fine' and more worried about the game than the altercation. He was back in his usual seats in the second half. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
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| Pacers' G-League affiliate Mad Ants moving to Noblesville - by Eurobasket News |
| Pacers Sports & Entertainment and the city of Noblesville announced Monday that the Fort Wayne Mad Ants, the Pacers' G-League affiliate, will move to Noblesville, which will build a 3,400 seat, 85,000-square-foot arena on the city's east side for the team. The city hopes the arena will be built for the 2024-25 season, and the Pacers say the Mad Ants will play in Gainbridge Fieldhouse until construction is completed. According to a press release, Noblesville is "working through due diligence steps with local partners and plan to build the arena at Finch Creek Park near the Mojo Up Sports Complex." The franchise will maintain the Mad Ants name through the 2023-24 season, after which a new name will be chosen. The Mad Ants were named after the namesake of Fort Wayne, "Mad" Anthony Wayne, an American Revolutionary War general and U.S. Congressman. 'We are excited to welcome Pacers Sports & Entertainment to Noblesville along with the players, coaches and staff of the G League team,' Noblesville mayor Chris Jensen said in the release. 'The Pacers are an iconic brand with deep roots in central Indiana. Partnering with such an impactful organization opens numerous opportunities for our community and drives forward our efforts for a larger sports and entertainment district with enhanced partnerships.' According to the release, a 10-year partnership agreement between Noblesville and Pacers Sports & Entertainment will be presented Monday at the Noblesville Common Council meeting. The agreement includes a $5 million investment from PS&E, which will lead an effort to secure another $5 million in naming rights and signage over those 10 years. The city will invest $36.5 million in building the arena. 'The G League is world-class basketball, and PS&E is proud to bring that to Noblesville as we strengthen our basketball operations and enhance player development in one of the state's most vibrant and growing communities,' Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Rick Fuson said in the press release. 'We are excited about the way this partnership fits into the bold vision for economic development Mayor Jensen has laid out, and we can't wait to continue growing our NBA and G League fan base right here in Hamilton County.' Danny Lopez, a spokesman for Pacers Sports & Entertainment, said the organization started to consider the move around the time of the pandemic because it saw an increased value in having its G-League affiliate close to the parent club, something it has seen other NBA teams move to as well. They were already starting to head that direction by having the Mad Ants play several of their home games in Gainbridge Fieldhouse even while they were based in Fort Wayne. They also had use of the Pacers' practice facility across Ascension St. Vincent Center. "Going back to the pandemic, our basketball operation realized the competitive advantage of having the team much closer, closer to Indianapolis," Lopez said. "The last couple years we've had the split schedule. These guys share team doctors and trainers. There's a lot of overlap and I think that's the direction the league is headed. It just makes sense from a player development standpoint and from a basketball operations standpoint to bring them closer." Lopez said the Pacers were just having general discussions about the possibility of bringing the team closer but in recent months had more serious discussions with Noblesville about being the town that would be the Mad Ants' home. Lopez said it was "very, very recently" that it became clear that the deal could actually happen. "In Noblesville, you have a young mayor who sees this as part of a bigger economic development vision with the city," Lopez said. "It just aligned. The interests just aligned very well." Lopez said the Pacers had no issues with Fort Wayne's stewardship of the Mad Ants and that the Pacers were quick to contact the city and other stakeholders in the franchise to let them know about the decision. The move was simply made because being geographically closer helps them from a basketball perspective. "This was about proximity of the team from a basketball perspective, not anything that has to do with Fort Wayne," Lopez said. "We do a ton up there in terms of the community engagement. A big piece of our annual toy drive is with the police department and the Boys and Girls Clubs up there. So we're still going to do a lot in Fort Wayne, it's just that the team won't be there." Courtesy of: indystar.com |
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| London Lightning have K-W on heels ahead of Game 2 - by Eurobasket News |
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The London Lightning's roll hasn't stopped with the end of the regular season. After a 110-97 win Saturday, the Bolts will try to take a commanding lead in the best-of-five National Basketball League of Canada semifinal series against Kitchener-Waterloo Tuesday at Budweiser Gardens. Tipoff is 7 p.m. London is on an eight-game winning streak. Diego Kapelan (6'3''-G-1987, college: McNeese St.)n put the Titans on their heels with 20 points in Game 1, his best performance since joining the Lightning before the signing deadline. Mike Nuga (6'2''-G, college: UNLV), named the top Canadian player in the league this season, and Marcus Ottey (6'2''-G-1997, college: UIC) combined for 37 points while reigning playoff MVP Terry Thomas grabbed 11 rebounds. London's high-scoring guard Jordan Burns (6'2''-G-1997, college: Colgate, agency: Green Sports Management), dealing with a back injury, sat out Game 1. Mike Poole paced K-W with 22 points but needed a franchise-best 14 three-point attempts to get there. The Sudbury Five and Windsor Express are tied after two games of their semifinal series. Game 3 goes Wednesday in Windsor. Courtesy of: lfpress.com |
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| Round 4: Flight defeat Louisiana K. in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 5th ranked Louisiana K. (2-5) to third ranked Flight (4-3) 84-81 on Sunday evening. Flight maintains third position with 4-3 record having five points less than leader E.Houston U. Louisiana K. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with five games lost. Flight are looking forward to face league's second-placed Venom in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Louisiana K. will play against Warhawks and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very significant was United's (#1, 8-0) victory against 3rd ranked Flight (4-3) 89-81. Undefeated United (8-0) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 8 victories in a row. Flight at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. United will play against Bobcats (#4) in Baytown in the next round. Flight will play against the league's second-placed Venom and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very significant was Venom's (#2, 5-3) victory against one of their biggest challengers Bobcats (4-4) 106-93. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Bobcats. Venom have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 5-3 record having just three points less than leader E.Houston U. Loser Bobcats keep the fourth place with four games lost. Venom will meet Flight (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bobcats will play against the league's leader United in Houston and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 4: winless Woodlands W. lost to undefeated E.Houston U. on the opponent's court 65-105. Baytown B. outscored Woodlands W. in a home game 112-45. Cypress V. rolled over Louisiana K. on the road 115-86.
E.Houston U. - Woodlands W. 105-65 Very expected game in Houston where bottom-ranked Warhawks (0-8) were crushed by top-ranked United (8-0) 105-65 on Friday. United have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 8-0 record. Loser Warhawks still closes the standings with eight games lost. United will meet at home Bobcats (#4) in the next round. Warhawks will play against Louisiana K. and hope to get finally their first victory. Baytown B. - Woodlands W. 112-45 Rather predictable result in Baytown where fourth ranked Bobcats (4-4) smashed bottom-ranked Warhawks (0-8) 112-45 on Saturday. Bobcats maintains fourth position with 4-4 record. Loser Warhawks still closes the standings with eight games lost. Bobcats will meet league's leader United in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Warhawks will play against Louisiana K. (#5) and hope to get finally their first victory. E.Houston U. - Lake Houston F. 89-81 Very significant was United's (#1, 8-0) victory against 3rd ranked Flight (4-3) 89-81. United (8-0) have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 8 victories in a row. Flight at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. United will play against Bobcats (#4) in Baytown in the next round. Flight will play against the league's second-placed Venom and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Louisiana K. - Cypress V. 86-115 Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Louisiana K. (2-5) was rolled over at home by second ranked Venom (5-3) 115-86 on Saturday. Venom have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 5-3 record having just three points less than leader E.Houston U. Louisiana K. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with five games lost. Venom will meet Flight (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Louisiana K. will play against Warhawks and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Louisiana K. - Lake Houston F. 81-84 This derby game ended with only three-point home defeat of 5th ranked Louisiana K. (2-5) to third ranked Flight (4-3) 84-81 on Sunday evening. Flight maintains third position with 4-3 record having five points less than leader E.Houston U. Louisiana K. lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with five games lost. Flight are looking forward to face league's second-placed Venom in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Louisiana K. will play against Warhawks and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Cypress V. - Baytown B. 106-93 Very significant was Venom's (#2, 5-3) victory against one of their biggest challengers Bobcats (4-4) 106-93. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Bobcats. Venom have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 5-3 record having just three points less than leader E.Houston U. Loser Bobcats keep the fourth place with four games lost. Venom will meet Flight (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Bobcats will play against the league's leader United in Houston and hope to secure a win. |
| NCAA1 |
| Jason Edwards will continue his college career at N.Texas - by Eurobasket News |
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University of North Texas landed 6-0 point guard Jason Edwards for upcoming season. Edwards comes from Dodge City Community College (NJCAA) where he played only for one year. His team won KJCCC D1 Championship this season. He helped Dodge City make it to the NJCAA D1 Plains District Semifinals, NJCAA D1 Region VI Semifinals and NJCAA Division I Elite Eight. Edwards was also voted to NJCAA Division I All-Tournament Team and NJCAA Division I All-America First Team. He played also at Miles College in 2021-2022. Edwards graduated Parkview High School (Lilburn, GA) in 2021. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Malik Tidwell transfers to Georgia South - by Eurobasket News | |
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Georgia Southern University inked 5-11 point guard Malik Tidwell for upcoming season. Tidwell originally came from Chicago (IL), and he is moving here from Bluefield State College (NCAA Division II) where he played only for one year. In 23 games he recorded very impressive stats: 20.3ppg, 3.4rpg, 2.9apg and 1.4spg. He helped his team make it to the USCAA Division I Final Four and he was also voted to USCAA Division I First Team All-Americans and USCAA Division I All-Academic Team this year. Tidwell played also at Missouri State University West Plains in 2019-2020, Morton College in 2020-2021 and then at Bryant & Stratton College - Wisconsin in 2021-2022. He helped his team make it to the NJCAA D2 Midwest District Semifinals in 2021. His team played in the NJCAA D2 Region IV District 3 Semifinals and he was also selected to NJCAA D2 Midwest District A First Team in 2022. Tidwell graduated Prolific Prep Academy (Napa Valley, CA) in 2019. |
| Quaran McPherson will continue his college career at Northern Illinois University - by Eurobasket News |
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Northern Illinois University landed 6-3 guard Quaran McPherson for upcoming season. Middle Village (NY) native played for the last two years at University of Nebraska. McPherson has played high school basketball at Link Year Preparatory School in Branson, MO, which he graduated in 2021. He played also at Christ the King Regional High in 202018-2019 and then at Woodstock Academy in 202019-2020. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Brian Goracke transfers to Montana State University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He graduated Winston Churchill High School (Eugene, OR) in 2020. |
| Atin Wright commits to Drake - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He was one of the highest ranked players in high school in 2020. Wright graduated Fairmont Preparatory Academy (Anaheim, CA), which he joined from Lakewood High. He received Orange County All-San Joaquin League Player of the Year award that year. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won San Joaquin League title in 2019 and 2020. His team also won CIF-Southern Section Division 4AA tournament in 2019. Wright was named Southern Section Class 4AA Player of the Year in 2019. He was also voted to Orange County All-Third Team and All-SoCal Varsity Team in 2019. |
| Jalen Hawkins commits to Tarleton State University - by Eurobasket News | |||
Hawkins played also at Odessa College in 2018-2019, Robert Morris University in 2019-2020 and then at Norfolk State University in 2020-2022. His team won WJCAC Regular Season Championship in 2019. He helped Morehead St. make it to the NJCAA D1 District V Finals and NJCAA Division I Elite Eight. Hawkins was also voted to All-WJCAC Honorable Mention. Hawkins' team ended regular season as a second best place in NEC and Morehead St. won NEC Tournament in 2020. His team also won MEAC Regular Season Championship and he was also selected to All-MEAC Third Team and MEAC All-Tournament Team in 2022. His team won MEAC Northern Division Regular Season Championship in 2021. Eagles also won MEAC Tournament in two consecutive years: 2021 and 2022. Hawkins' high school career he had spent at Thomas R. Proctor in Utica, NY, which he graduated in 2018. Tarleton State University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jalen Hawkins Tradavis Thompson Devon Barnes Forward: Dario Domingos (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones will continue his college career at University of California at San Diego - by Eurobasket News | |||
He played also at Wellington Saints in 2019-2020. Among many awards his team won New Zealand NBL Regular Season and New Zealand NBL Championships in 2019. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Elijah Hawkins transfers to Minnesota - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Hawkins graduated DeMatha Catholic High School (Hyattsville, MD) in 2021. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Maryland Private school Championship in 2019. |
| Jordan Riley commits to Temple - by Eurobasket News | |
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Temple University signed guard Jordan Riley (6'4''-200lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Brentwood (NY) native played for the last two years at Georgetown University. In 25 games he had 4.6ppg and 2.8rpg last season. Riley's high school career he had spent at Brentwood (NY) High, which he graduated in 2021. |
| Anquan Hill transfers to Sacred Heart - by Eurobasket News | |
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Sacred Heart University added to their roster forward Anquan Hill (6'9''-194lbs) for season 2023-24. Radnor (PA) native moved there from St. Bonaventure University where he spent his freshman year. But in 31 games he recorded just 1.9ppg and 2.3rpg last season. He played also at Fairleigh Dickinson University in 2021-2022. He was named All-NEC Rookie of the Year and he was also voted to NEC All-Rookie Team in 2022. Hill graduated Archbishop John Carroll High School (Radnor, PA) in 2021. He was also selected to Pennsylvania Class 4A All-State First Team and All-Philadelphia Catholic League Second Team that year. |
| Hunter Dean transfers to Louisiana State University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Dean played also at University of Southern Mississippi in 2019-2020. He graduated Lakeshore High School (Mandeville, LA) in 2019. |
| Jaylon Tyson commits to California - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Tyson played also at The University of Texas in 2021-2022. He helped his team make it to the Big 12 Tournament Finals and NCAA Sweet 16 in 2022. Tyson's high school career he had spent at John Paul II in Plano, TX, which he graduated in 2021. His team won TAPPS district Championship and he was also voted to Texas TAPPS All-District 2-6A First Team in 2020. |
| Roydell Clarke will continue his college career at St.Peter's - by Eurobasket News |
| Saint Peter's University tabbed Canadian 5-11 point guard Roydell Clarke for new season. Clarke moved there from St. Francis Xavier University (U Sports) where he played only for one year. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Emmanuel Izunabor commits to North Carolina Central University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Izunabor's high school career he had spent at Fayetteville Academy in Fayetteville, NC, which he graduated in 2019. He played also for Team CP3 in AAU. His team won North Carolina 2A Independent School State Championship in 2018. |
| Nolan Causwell transfers to S.Indiana - by Eurobasket News | |
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University of Southern Indiana strengthened their roster with addition of 6-10 center Nolan Causwell for season 2023-24. Causwell originally came from Duluth (GA), and he is moving here from Tennessee Tech University where he played only for one year. In 27 games he recorded 3.9ppg and 3.1rpg. Causwell's team ended regular season as a second best place in OVC and Golden Eagles made it to the OVC Tournament Finals this year. He played also at Gulf Coast State College in 2019-2020 and then at Laramie County Community College in 2020-2022. Causwell's team ended regular season as a second best place in Panhandle Conference and Tenn Tech won NJCAA D1 South Atlantic District Championship and FCSAA Tournament in 2020. Golden Eagles made it to the NJCAA D1 Region IX Semifinals in 2022. Causwell graduated Morgan County High School (Madison, GA) in 2019. |
| Trey Miller commits to Southern Illinois University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Miller's high school career he had spent at Concordia Lutheran in Tomball, TX, which he graduated in 2022. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was also voted to NCSAA All-America Large-School Division First Team and NCSAA Central US Super-Region Team in 2021. |
| Shemar Rathan-Mayes commits to University of North Carolina Wilmington - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He graduated Orangeville Prep (Mono, ON) in 2020, which he joined from Huntington High. His team won OSBA Championship and he was also selected to OSBA All-Stars Second Team and BioSteel All-Canadian Game that year. Rathan-Mayes represented Canada at the World Cup U17 in Argentina five years ago. Rathan-Mayes' team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 6.3ppg, 1.9rpg, 4.0apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 25.9%, 3PT: 35.0%, FT: 81.8%. |
| Karon Boyd commits to East Tennessee State University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Boyd's high school career he had spent at Cox Mills in Concord, NC, which he graduated in 2022. |
| Ibine Ayo Sadiku transfers to St.John's - by Eurobasket News | |
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St. John's University strengthened their roster with addition of Ghanian 6-7 forward Ibine Ayo Sadiku for season 2023-24. Sadiku originally came from Asabi-Kumasi, and he is moving here from Iona College where he played only for one year. In 25 games he recorded just 2.6ppg and 1.5rpg. His team won MAAC Regular Season Championship and MAAC Tournament this year. He graduated Our Saviour Lutheran School (Bronx, NY) in 2022. St. John's University roster for 2023-24: Guard: RJ Luis Forwards: Quinn Slazinski Glenn Taylor Ibine_Ayo Sadiku |
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| Malik Tidwell transfers to Georgia South - by Eurobasket News | |
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Georgia Southern University inked 5-11 point guard Malik Tidwell for upcoming season. Tidwell originally came from Chicago (IL), and he is moving here from Bluefield State College (NCAA Division II) where he played only for one year. In 23 games he recorded very impressive stats: 20.3ppg, 3.4rpg, 2.9apg and 1.4spg. He helped his team make it to the USCAA Division I Final Four and he was also voted to USCAA Division I First Team All-Americans and USCAA Division I All-Academic Team this year. Tidwell played also at Missouri State University West Plains in 2019-2020, Morton College in 2020-2021 and then at Bryant & Stratton College - Wisconsin in 2021-2022. He helped his team make it to the NJCAA D2 Midwest District Semifinals in 2021. His team played in the NJCAA D2 Region IV District 3 Semifinals and he was also selected to NJCAA D2 Midwest District A First Team in 2022. Tidwell graduated Prolific Prep Academy (Napa Valley, CA) in 2019. |
| Brian Goracke transfers to Montana State University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He graduated Winston Churchill High School (Eugene, OR) in 2020. |
| Karon Boyd commits to East Tennessee State University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Boyd's high school career he had spent at Cox Mills in Concord, NC, which he graduated in 2022. |
| Logan Mukeba transfers to Chadron State College - by Eurobasket News | |
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Chadron State College strengthened their roster with addition of Belgian 6-5 swingman Logan Mukeba for upcoming season. Mukeba originally came from Carleroi, and he is moving here from University of Missouri - Kansas City (NCAA Division I) where he played only for one year. |
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| Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones will continue his college career at University of California at San Diego - by Eurobasket News | |||
He played also at Wellington Saints in 2019-2020. Among many awards his team won New Zealand NBL Regular Season and New Zealand NBL Championships in 2019. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Timmins' double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds, while his team crushed Bulls (#4, 3-3) with 19-point margin 91-72. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Nuggets to consolidate first place in the New Zealand league. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Nuggets already had a very good start winning all 6 without losing a single one. Timmins just recently signed at Nuggets, being already a very valuable addition to the team. The University of Washington graduate has very impressive stats this year. Timmins is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 10.8rpg), assists (9th best: 3.8apg) and averages solid 54.1% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Mustapha Heron (196-G-1997) of Jets. He is American guard in his first season at Jets. In the last game Heron recorded impressive 33 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. It was enough for Jets to edge slightly lower-ranked Hawks (#7, 2-4) by 5 points 93-88. This victory allowed Jets to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 3-3 record is not bad and everything may still change. Heron is one of the most experienced players at Jets and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 23.8ppg (#3). He also registered 6.5 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to guard Kyle Adnam (186-G-1993) of Saints (#9). Adnam scored 19 points and passed eighteen assists (!!!). He was a key player of Saints, leading his team to a 110-98 win against the higher-ranked Sharks (#3, 3-3). The chances of Saints not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 4 games, recording just two victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Adnam could try to bring Saints' a little bit higher in the standings. Adnam has individually a great season in New Zealand. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 7.8apg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jarrad Weeks (183-G-1989) of Tuatara - 35 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Jeremy Kendle (186-G-1988) of Sharks - 27 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Jaquori McLaughlin (193-G-1998) of Nuggets - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists 7. Tohi Smith-Milner (205-F-1995) of Saints - 25 points and 5 rebounds 8. Tai Wynyard (208-C/F-1998) of Rams - 19 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Robert Loe (211-F/C-1991) of Tuatara - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Hyrum Harris (198-F-1996) of Hawks - 16 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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| Pledger re-signs at Sharks - by Hugh McAuliffe | ||||
He also represented New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast (Australia) five years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 5 games: 6.0ppg, 4.8rpg, Blocks-4 (1.6bpg), FGP: 57.1%, FT: 75.0%. Pledger has played previously professionally also in Australia (United and New Zealand Breakers) and New Zealand (Pirates). He won Australian NBL championship title in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2015. Pledger was voted to Australiabasket.com All-New Zealand NBL Center of the Year back in 2010 and 2011. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Sharks. He graduated from Belmont Abbey College in 2009 and it will be his 14th (!!!) season as a professional player. Pledger played also for University of Missouri - Kansas City for 3 years. |
| NIGERIA |
| Emmanuel Izunabor commits to North Carolina Central University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Izunabor's high school career he had spent at Fayetteville Academy in Fayetteville, NC, which he graduated in 2019. He played also for Team CP3 in AAU. His team won North Carolina 2A Independent School State Championship in 2018. |
| NORTH MACEDONIA |
| Stats Leaders - Superleague |
| Prva Liga Round 3 of Quarter-Finals. Semifinals are set - by Eurobasket News |
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Pelister - Feniks 2010 81-56 It was a great evening for the former international power forward Andrej Maslinko (208-1997) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds. Bosnian power forward Sead Hadzifejzovic (202-1989) helped adding 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Pelister players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Amar Hot (203-2003) with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and forward Marjan Janeski (203-1988) scored 10 points. Feniks 2010's coach Denis Dervisevic gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Feniks 2010: H.Amar 22+11reb, M.Andrej 10+3reb+2ast, M.Janeski 10+4reb+3ast, I.Dimcevski 5+8reb+3ast, P.Marin 4+1reb+1ast, P.Alek 3+1ast Pelister: B.Stajic 19+5reb+3ast, A.Maslinko 17+14reb, D.Caruthers 15+4reb+4ast, S.Hadzifejzovic 13+11reb+4ast, K.Carpenter 10+4reb+5ast, D.Karadzovski 4+1reb TFT - Euro Nickel 73-59 Strangely Euro Nickel outrebounded TFT 47-31 including 33 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Aleksandar Kostoski (186-1988) who led the winners and scored 26 points. The former international point guard Viktor Tashovski (182-2001) accounted for 16 points for the winning side. Bosnian-Croatian forward Jure Planinic (206-2000, agency: AltusBasket) came up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 15 rebounds and the former international guard Darko Sokolov (189-1986) added 5 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Euro Nickel in the defeat. Top scorers: Euro Nickel: J.Planinic 31+15reb, I.Gavrilovic 12+8reb, S.Balmazovic 7+7reb+2ast, D.Sokolov 5+10reb+5ast, N.Karakolev 4+3reb+1ast, B.N 0 TFT: A.Kostoski 26+2reb+2ast, T.Viktor 16+2reb+2ast, L.Anderson 8+5reb+1ast, D.McBrayer 7+1reb+3ast, D.Haughton 6+9reb+1ast, M.Simonovski 4+6reb Gostivar - Rabotnicki 63-77 Rabotnicki outrebounded Gostivar 43-30 including a 31-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Serbian forward Nikola Malesevic (202-1989, college: URI, agency: Mansfield and Associates) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. Serbian center Djordje Dzeletovic (204-1993) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Rabotnicki players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Georgian power forward Giorgi Korsantia (207-1998, agency: BIG) who recorded 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Serbian guard Nemanja Zigon (191-1996) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Top scorers: Gostivar: G.Korsantia 18+9reb+4ast, N.Zigon 17+5reb+3ast, V.Efremovski 12+1reb, A.Vuckovic 7+8reb, R.Dimitrievski 5+3reb+3ast, M.Mitevski 4+2reb+3ast Rabotnicki: I.Umipig 17+3reb+3ast, N.Malesevic 16+12reb+1ast, E.Nottage 14+5reb+1ast, S.Andrej 12+5reb+4ast, D.Dzeletovic 11+11reb+7ast, F.Bakoch 5+1reb |
| Semifinals in Prva Liga set for kick off, eternal derby and cup old friends meet up - by Darko Najdovski |
| The Semi finals in Prva Liga are set to be played. In the first game the eternal derby of Skopje. MZT Skopje Aerodrom will host Rabotnicki in game where the hosts are favorites and have the biggest chances for the double crown this season. The second semi final game is Pelister vs TFT. They have nie cup history from 2 seasons ago where Pelister although favorites were eliminated from TFT. But the team from Bitola had their payback in this years cup. Games will be played Saturday - Wednesday - Saturday. |
| PANAMA |
| LigaWPlay 2023 - CJ Rodriguez (ex Haia AQ) agreed terms with Motilones - by Francisco Vega | ||||
He is a very experienced player. Rodriguez has played also professionally in Argentina (Argentino and Dep Viedma), Mexico (Mineros and Capitanes), Uruguay (Trouville) and Panama (Caballos). Among many awards his team won Mexican LNBP 2020 East Division Regular Season in 2020. He was voted to Latinbasket.com Panamanian LPB Clausura All-Domestic Players Team back in 2018. Rodriguez graduated from Southern Nazarene University in 2016 and it is his seventh season in pro basketball. He played also for Northern Oklahoma College Tonkawa for one year. |
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| DBE Stats Leaders |
| 1Liga Round 4 of Semi-Finals. Dziki Warszawa enter Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Radom - Dziki Wwa 72-74 28 personal fouls committed by HydroTruck helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. 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 17 points and 12 rebounds and forward Alan Czujkowski (199-1990) who added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. At the losing side American point guard Kaheem Ransom (186-1993, college: SHSU) responded with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Damian Jeszke (202-1995, agency: AB Agency) scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Radom: D.Jeszke 22+5reb+1ast, K.Ransom 16+5reb+8ast, J.Zalewski 10+2reb, F.Zegzula 10+7reb+5ast, K.Rojek 5+6reb+1ast, M.Sadlo 4+2reb Dziki Wwa: M.Bartosz 17+12reb+2ast, A.Czujkowski 13+5reb+6ast, P.Kuzkow 13+1reb+2ast, M.Azor 12+3reb+1ast, M.Aleksandrowicz 8+3reb, A.Griszczuk 6+1reb |
| Results and Stats from EBL Round 1 of Quarter-Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Legia - Spojnia 84-77 Legia made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Legia outrebounded Spojnia 44-33 including 31 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Puerto Rican-American guard Kyle Vinales (188-1992, college: CCSU, agency: 011 Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners. American power forward Aric Holman (208-1997, college: MSU) chipped in 24 points and 7 rebounds. American point guard Courtney Fortson (180-1988, college: Arkansas) produced 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and the other American import center Barret Benson (208-1997, college: SIU) added 17 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Spojnia players scored in double figures. Spojnia's coach Sebastian Machowski rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Legia: A.Holman 24+7reb, K.Vinales 22+6reb+12ast, T.Leslie 18+8reb+4ast, G.Kulka 6+4reb+1ast, L.Koszarek 5+3reb+2ast, G.Groselle 4+7reb+1ast Spojnia: C.Fortson 17+5reb+7ast, B.Benson 17+10reb+1ast, J.Mathews 12+3reb+1ast, B.Clarke 12+9reb+2ast, P.Kikowski 10+2reb, K.Gruszecki 5+2reb Slask - Trefl 80-73 WKS Slask looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American point guard Jeremiah Martin (189-1996, college: Memphis) fired 14 points and 5 assists for the winners. International point guard Lukasz Kolenda (195-1999) chipped in 10 points and 4 assists. American forward Darious Moten (202-1992, college: Mercer) produced 16 points and 5 rebounds and the former international Michal Kolenda (202-1997) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Slask: J.Martin 14+2reb+5ast, A.Dziewa 13+2reb, L.Kolenda 10+2reb+4ast, J.Karolak 10+2reb, I.Ramljak 8+2reb+2ast, A.Parakhouski 7+6reb Trefl: D.Moten 16+5reb, A.Pluta 13+2reb+3ast, M.Kolenda 11+8reb+1ast, J.Zyskowski 8+1reb, I.Radic 6+4reb+2ast, J.Salumu 5+1reb+2ast King - Anwil 91-86 Wilki Morskie looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 29 personal fouls committed by Anwil helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international point guard Andrzej Mazurczak (188-1994, college: UW-Parkside) fired 16 points and 6 assists for the winners. American point guard Alex Hamilton (193-1993, college: Louisiana Tech) chipped in 12 points and 7 assists. American Victor Sanders (196-1995, college: Idaho) produced 17 points and the other American import forward Luke Petrasek (206-1995, college: Columbia) added 17 points respectively for lost side. Five Wilki Morskie and four Anwil players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: King: T.Meier 17+1ast, A.Mazurczak 16+2reb+6ast, B.Brown 15+1reb, A.Hamilton 12+4reb+7ast, Z.Cuthbertson 10+7reb+4ast, F.Matczak 8+2reb+2ast Anwil: L.Petrasek 17+3reb+1ast, V.Sanders 17+3reb+2ast, L.Moore 11+4reb+3ast, J.Sobin 11+4reb+1ast, P.Greene IV 10+2reb+1ast, K.Laczynski 7+6reb+5ast Stal - Czarni 95-85 Stal dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Czarni's 24. They outrebounded Czarni 38-22 including 23 on the defensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Stal made 7 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by Czarni helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international swingman Michal Michalak (196-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) fired 24 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The former international power forward Damian Kulig (205-1987) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds. Five Stal players scored in double figures. American forward David DiLeo (201-1997, college: CMU) produced 27 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import guard Brae Ivey (188-1997, college: SJSU, agency: Octagon Europe) added 16 points respectively for lost side. Czarni's coach Mantas Cesnauskis rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Stal: M.Michalak 24+5reb+3ast, O.Silins 18+2reb+4ast, A.Skele 15+4reb+6ast, N.Djurisic 10+4reb+2ast, D.Kulig 10+14reb+3ast, M.Zebski 8+4reb Czarni: D.DiLeo 27+6reb, B.Ivey 16+3reb+3ast, B.Jankowski 12+2reb+1ast, J.Schenk 8+1reb+10ast, M.Witlinski 7+4reb+1ast, M.Chylinski 7+3reb+1ast |
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The 26-year old player was the main contributor (28 points, four rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to edge out FC Porto (#2, 25-7) 85-84. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Oliveirense maintains the 4th position in Portuguese Liga Betclic. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier in Second Stage. Oliveirense will need more victories to improve their 18-14 record. Ducree turned to be Oliveirense's top player in his first season with the team. Julien Ducree averages this season 15.5ppg and 6.8rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young American Marquise Moore (188-G-1994) of Imortal. Moore had a very good evening with a double-double of 31 points and 21 rebounds. Of course he led Imortal to another comfortable win 84-71 over slightly lower-ranked CAB Madeira (#10, 11-21) being unquestionably team leader. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Imortal keeps 9th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-19 record. Moore is a newcomer at Imortal, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.0ppg (#2). His other stats are also decent: 7.6rpg and 5.8apg. Third on the list of top players last round was Canadian forward Biniam Ghebrekidan (206-F-1996) of Esgueira (#3). Ghebrekidan showcased his all-around game by recording 21 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the last round. Despite Ghebrekidan's great performance Esgueira lost 99-101 to the lower-ranked Vitoria SC (#6, 16-16). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Ghebrekidan has a very solid season. In 32 games in Portugal he scored 9.5ppg. He also has 6.3rpg and FGP: 56.7%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Eddy Polanco (193-PG-1994) of Sporting - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Marcus LoVett Jr. (183-G-1996) of Sporting - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Ryan Ogden (193-F-1996) of Esgueira - 25 points and 11 rebounds 7. Brian Conklin (201-PF-1989) of FC Porto - 18 points and 6 rebounds 8. Zachary Simmons (208-F-1999) of Vitoria SC - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Trevon Evans (183-PG-1995) of Esgueira - 26 points and 7 rebounds 10. Darius Carter (201-PF-1992) of Oliveirense - 11 points, 10 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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Portimonense - Galomar 66-75 American point guard DeAndre Jones (180-1998, college: St.Louis) fired 28 points and 5 assists for the winners. His fellow American import forward William Loyd (196-1998, college: Xavier, LA) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Four Galomar players scored in double figures. Guard Eugenio Silva (190-1990) produced 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Argentinian Matias Bernardini (190-1994) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Top scorers: Portimonense: M.Bernardini 17+5reb, E.Silva 15+5reb+4ast, R.McCoy 13+8reb, P.Luis 8+4reb+2ast, F.Perez 5+5reb, A.Holmstrom-Forster 4+5reb Galomar: D.Jones 28+3reb+5ast, M.Geremias 14+8reb+1ast, W.Loyd 13+12reb+1ast, K.Hanson 12+5reb+3ast, E.Rosario 6+1reb, J.Gallina 2+8reb+4ast |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Piratas (13-5) in Guaynabo on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by fourth ranked Mets (10-10) 87-86. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Piratas. They outrebounded Piratas 42-30 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Mets looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mets made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward DeMarcus Cousins (211-1990, college: Kentucky) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points, 19 rebounds and 4 blocks and the former international point guard Gary Browne (185-1993, college: WVU) who added 19 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Brandon Knight (190-1991, college: Kentucky) with 19 points and 4 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Piratas' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mets maintains fourth position with 10-10 record. Piratas at the other side still keep top place with five games lost. Mets are looking forward to face Cariduros (#5) in Fajardo in the next round. Piratas will play at home against Leones (#5) and are hoping to win this game. Sixth-ranked Grises (6-14) gave a tough game to third ranked Cangrejeros (11-10) in Humacao. The visitors from Santurce managed to secure only two-point victory 107-105. However their fans expected easier game. The winners were led by the former international forward Angel Matias (194-1992, college: Georgia South) who scored that evening 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and David Stockton supported him with 21 points and 7 assists. Even 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds by Dominican forward LJ Figueroa (198-1998, college: Oregon) did not help to save the game for Grises. Cangrejeros have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 11-10 record having just one point less than leader Quebradillas. Grises lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 14 games lost. Cangrejeros will play against league's leader Vaqueros in Bayamon in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Grises will have a break next round. The game between Top Four teams took place in Mayaguez. 4th ranked host Indios (9-11) lost to second ranked Atleticos (13-7) 85-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Indios. The best player for the winners was Nate Mason who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Aaron Harrison who recorded 14 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Atleticos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-7 record behind leader Quebradillas. Loser Indios keep the fourth place with 11 games lost. Atleticos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Indios will play against Capitanes (#3) in Arecibo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 24: San German won against Ponce on the opponent's court 88-73. Bayamon outscored Carolina in a home game 103-78. Fajardo was rolled over Manati on the road 110-86. The most impressive stats of the last round was 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by Isaac Sosa of Manati.
Humacao - Santurce 105-107 Sixth-ranked Grises (6-14) gave a tough game to third ranked Cangrejeros (11-10) in Humacao. The visitors from Santurce managed to secure only two-point victory 107-105. However their fans expected easier game. Cangrejeros shot the lights out from three nailing 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. The winners were led by the former international forward Angel Matias (194-1992, college: Georgia South) who scored that evening 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and American point guard David Stockton (180-1991, college: Gonzaga) supported him with 21 points and 7 assists. Even 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds by Dominican forward LJ Figueroa (198-1998, college: Oregon) did not help to save the game for Grises. American point guard Travis Trice II (183-1993, college: Michigan St.) added 22 points and 9 assists. Five Cangrejeros and four Grises players scored in double figures. Cangrejeros have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 11-10 record having just one point less than leader Quebradillas. Grises lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 14 games lost. Cangrejeros will play against league's leader Vaqueros in Bayamon in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Grises will have a break next round. Top scorers: Santurce: A.Matias 26+6reb+6ast, D.Stockton 21+2reb+7ast, A.Plummer 20+2ast, C.Duran 15+3reb+8ast, K.Faried 10+11reb+1ast, F.Rivera-Vega 6+2reb+1ast Humacao: L.Figueroa 33+6reb+1ast, T.Trice II 22+3reb+9ast, G.Belardo 20+3reb+2ast, A.Mitchell 15+6reb+4ast, J.Josiah 9+4reb+1ast, T.Parker-Rivera 6+8reb+1ast Guaynabo - Quebradillas 87-86 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Piratas (13-5) in Guaynabo on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by fourth ranked Mets (10-10) 87-86. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Piratas. They outrebounded Piratas 42-30 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Mets looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mets made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward DeMarcus Cousins (211-1990, college: Kentucky) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points, 19 rebounds and 4 blocks and the former international point guard Gary Browne (185-1993, college: WVU) who added 19 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Brandon Knight (190-1991, college: Kentucky) with 19 points and 4 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and the former international guard Tyquan Rolon (192-1995, college: LeMoyne) scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Mets and five Piratas players scored in double figures. Piratas' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mets maintains fourth position with 10-10 record. Piratas at the other side still keep top place with five games lost. Mets are looking forward to face Cariduros (#5) in Fajardo in the next round. Piratas will play at home against Leones (#5) and are hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Guaynabo: D.Cousins 31+19reb+3ast, G.Browne 19+8reb+9ast, J.Paige 18+2reb+6ast, E.Crawford 10+3reb+1ast, O.Branch 4+2reb+1ast, T.Soares 3+3reb Quebradillas: B.Knight 19+4reb+4ast, W.Phillip 15+2reb, T.Rolon 15+6reb+5ast, C.Emory 13+6reb+1ast, T.Jones 12+3reb, M.Basabe 4+5reb Ponce - San German 73-88 Rather expected game in Juana Diaz where 5th ranked Leones (7-13) were defeated by second ranked Atleticos (13-7) 88-73 on Sunday. Atleticos looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Panamanian forward Tony Bishop (202-1989, college: Texas St., agency: 011 Sports) who scored 26 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Power forward Josue Erazo (204-1995, college: PR-Rio Piedras) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Jamil Wilson (201-1990, college: Marquette) who recorded 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and international forward Aleem Ford (203-1996, college: Wisconsin) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Five Atleticos and four Leones players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Atleticos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-7 record behind leader Quebradillas. Leones lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with 13 games lost. Atleticos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Leones will play against the league's leader Piratas (#1) in Quebradillas and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: San German: T.Bishop 26+8reb+4ast, J.Erazo 18+7reb, N.Mason 15+1reb+9ast, T.Fernandez 10+1reb+3ast, J.Bryan Diaz 10+6reb+2ast, J.Rodriguez 5+3reb+2ast Ponce: J.Wilson 14+8reb+5ast, C.Lopez 11+5reb+1ast, N.Cole 10+4ast, L.Lopez 10+2reb+4ast, J.De Jesus 9+2ast, A.Ford 9+8reb+2ast Mayaguez - San German 73-85 The game between Top Four teams took place in Mayaguez. 4th ranked host Indios (9-11) lost to second ranked Atleticos (13-7) 85-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Indios. Atleticos shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. The best player for the winners was American guard Nate Mason (188-1995, college: Minnesota) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 assists. Naturalized American guard Eric Ayala (196-1999, college: Maryland) chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American Aaron Harrison (198-1994, college: Kentucky, agency: Slash Sports) who recorded 14 points and 7 rebounds and the former international guard Jorge Pacheco-Ortiz (186-1998, college: Liberty) added 11 points and 4 assists respectively. Five Atleticos and four Indios players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Atleticos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 13-7 record behind leader Quebradillas. Loser Indios keep the fourth place with 11 games lost. Atleticos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Indios will play against Capitanes (#3) in Arecibo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: San German: N.Mason 19+3reb+10ast, J.Erazo 15+9reb, E.Ayala 15+9reb+4ast, T.Fernandez 13+2reb+1ast, T.Bishop 11+8reb+1ast, G.Venable-Gonzalez 6+3reb Mayaguez: A.Harrison 14+7reb+3ast, J.Guitian 12+3reb+1ast, C.Brown Jr. 11+5reb+1ast, J.Pacheco-Ortiz 11+2reb+4ast, J.Early Jr. 9+3reb, J.Cintron 6+5reb+4ast Bayamon - Carolina 103-78 The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Vaqueros' (14-5) home victory over second-best Gigantes (12-8) 103-78 on Monday. Vaqueros looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international Javier Mojica (189-1984, college: CCSU) who scored 13 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. American forward Braxton Key (203-1997, college: Virginia) chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Five Vaqueros players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American Earl Clark (208-1988, college: Louisville) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import Victor Rudd (206-1991, college: S.Florida) added 8 points and 4 assists 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. Vaqueros have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 14-5 record. Loser Gigantes keep the second place with eight games lost. Vaqueros will meet Cangrejeros (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Gigantes will play against Osos and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bayamon: B.Key 15+7reb+7ast, J.Mojica 13+9reb+7ast, I.Romero 13+3reb+3ast, S.Thompson Jr. 13+2reb+1ast, J.Wiley 12+3reb+1ast, J.Villegas 11+2reb Carolina: E.Clark 18+10reb, I.Manderson 10+4reb, A.Carmona 10, V.Rudd 8+2reb+4ast, J.Cruz 8+1reb+1ast, J.Rosario 8+2reb+1ast Manati - Fajardo 110-86 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Manati where 5th ranked Cariduros (9-13) were rolled over by sixth ranked Osos (6-15) 110-86 on Monday. Osos shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 61.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international Christopher Ortiz (203-1993, college: Kent St.) who scored 30 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international guard Isaac Sosa (191-1990, college: Canisius, agency: Octagon Europe) chipped in 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Archie Goodwin (196-1994, college: Kentucky) who recorded 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import swingman Dimencio Vaughn (196-1997, college: Rider) added 25 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Five Osos and four Cariduros players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Osos maintains sixth position with 6-15 record. Loser Cariduros keep the fifth place with 13 games lost. Osos will meet league's second-placed Gigantes in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Cariduros will play against Mets in Guaynabo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Manati: I.Sosa 30+6reb+5ast, C.Ortiz 30+7reb+5ast, S.Mac 23+6reb+2ast, L.Tejada 11+2reb+3ast, D.Moya 10+6reb+2ast, C.Gaston 4+5reb+3ast Fajardo: A.Goodwin 27+8reb+4ast, D.Vaughn 25+8reb, E.Holman 12+6reb+2ast, A.Abreu 11+3reb+2ast, M.Camper 4+5reb+1ast, C.Brady 3+2reb+2ast |
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He had a double-double of 26 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat Fajardo (#5, 9-12) 109-101. Santurce maintains the 3rd position in their group in Puerto Rican league. Santurce 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 11-10 record. In the team's last game Matias had a remarkable 77.8% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Santurce, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Angel Matias averages this season 17.2ppg and 6.6rpg. Second best performed player last week was Elijah Holman (208-C-1989) of Fajardo. He is American center in his first season at Fajardo. In the last game Holman recorded impressive double-double of 21 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Fajardo lost that game 101-109 to slightly higher-ranked Santurce (#3, 11-10). Fajardo managed to keep the same 5th spot in Group B. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-12 record. Holman is one of the most experienced players at Fajardo and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to center George Conditt IV (208-C-2000) of league's second-best Carolina. Conditt IV scored 23 points and grabbed five rebounds. He was a key player of Carolina, leading his team to a 95-87 win against #4 ranked Guaynabo in a game of the week. Carolina needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in Group B. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 7 lost games. The season just started for Conditt IV as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader. Other top performing players last week: 4. Johned Walker (178-PG-2003) of Mayaguez - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 5. Braxton Key (203-F-1997) of Bayamon - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 6. David Stockton (180-PG-1991) of Santurce - 26 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Jonathan Rodriguez (196-G/F-1987) of Arecibo - 17 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Jorge Bryan Diaz (210-C-1989) of San German - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Davon Jefferson (203-F-1986) of Manati - 15 points and 12 rebounds 10. Archie Goodwin (196-G-1994) of Fajardo - 29 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)
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in QBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Round 12 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Al Sadd (10-3). They were defeated by third ranked Al Rayyan (11-3) 70-55 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Al Sadd. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Al Rayyan looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 14 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 blocks and the former international forward Malek Salem (194-1985) who added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Libyan point guard Mohameed Elsadi (190-1995) with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Al Rayyan have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Qatar Club. Defending champion Al Sadd dropped to the third place with three games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Qatar Club. Al Sadd will play next round against Al Arabi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha - Al Arabi. Al Rayyan will try to continue on its current victory against first ranked Qatar Club. It will be extra interesting game as Qatar Club is their local rival from Doha. Important game to mention about took place in Al Wakrah. Eighth ranked Al Wakrah (4-9) saved a 1-point derby victory at home edging 5th ranked Al Arabi (5-8) 99-98 on Saturday evening. The winners were led by American swingman Brandon Spearman (191-1991, college: Hawaii) who scored that evening 40 points (!!!) and 4 assists and Erfan Saeed supported him with 11 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 blocks. Al Wakrah's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a triple-double of 26 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists by Ousmane Dieng did not help to save the game for Al Arabi. Al Wakrah maintains eighth position with 4-9 record. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Al Ahli. Al Wakrah will play against bottom-ranked Al Khor (#9) on the road in the next round. Al Arabi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Al Sadd. Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Doha: Al Ahli (#7) and Al Arabi (#5). Al Arabi was defeated at home 68-83 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The best player for the winners was Stephen Ugochukwu who had a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Kelechi Ajukwa who recorded 28 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). Al Ahli have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Al Arabi. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Gharafa. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: Al Wakrah was destroyed by Al Sadd on the opponent's court 101-51. Al Rayyan managed to outperform Al Gharafa in a home game 85-68. Qatar Club rolled over Al Khor on the road 96-62. Al Ahli defeated Al Shamal on its own court 76-68. Qatar Club smashed Al Gharafa in Doha 101-68.
Al Arabi - Al Ahli 68-83 Another interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Doha: Al Ahli (#7) and Al Arabi (#5). Al Arabi was defeated at home 68-83 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Al Ahli dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Al Arabi's 32. They outrebounded Al Arabi 38-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. Al Ahli looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 25 passes made by Al Arabi's players. The best player for the winners was American-Nigerian forward Stephen Ugochukwu (201-1996, college: McNeese St.) who had a triple-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. American point guard Johnathan Hudson (180-1987, college: Texas A&M) chipped in 31 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field). Ugochukwu is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was American-Nigerian guard Kelechi Ajukwa (201-1995, college: Charlotte) who recorded 28 points (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!) and Serbian power forward Aleksandar Marelja (207-1992) added 11 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists respectively. Al Ahli have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with defeated Al Arabi. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Gharafa. Top scorers: Al Arabi: K.Ajukwa 28+3reb+3ast, A.Marelja 11+10reb+10ast, A.Khaled 11+1reb+1ast, C.Casas 6+2reb+2ast, X.Ford 5+4reb+4ast, D.Ousmane 4+3reb+3ast Al Ahli: J.Hudson 31+5reb+5ast, S.Ugochukwu 18+12reb+12ast, K.Abdi 18+8reb+8ast, N.Mohamed 9+5reb+5ast, N.Seydou 7+6reb+6ast, R.Essa 0 Al Sadd - Al Wakrah 101-51 Very expected game in Doha where 8th ranked Al Wakrah (4-9) was crushed by first ranked Al Sadd (10-3) 101-51 on Wednesday. Al Sadd dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Al Wakrah's 24. Al Sadd forced 21 Al Wakrah turnovers and outrebounded them 60-29 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 60 assists comparing to just 29 passes made by Al Wakrah's players. The best player for the winners was American-German forward Waverly Austin (211-1991, college: Oregon, agency: Diamond Sports) who had a triple-double by scoring 26 points, 16 rebounds, 16 assists and 4 blocks. American Vander Blue (196-1992, college: Marquette) chipped in 22 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Modou Ndoye who recorded 9 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international power forward Erfan Saeed (198-1983) added 7 points and 4 assists 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. Al Sadd have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Al Sadd went down to third position due to points difference. Al Wakrah lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with nine games lost. Al Sadd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Arabi. Top scorers: Al Wakrah: N.Modou 9+5reb+5ast, B.Spearman 9, E.Mohamed 8+3reb+3ast, E.Saeed 7+4reb+4ast, H.Amr 5+2reb+2ast, J.Mubarak 4+5reb+5ast Al Sadd: W.Austin 26+16reb+16ast, V.Blue 22+6reb+6ast, B.Dieng 10+11reb+11ast, A.Faisal 10+3reb+3ast, M.Ahmad 9+8reb+8ast, M.Elsadi 7+6reb+6ast Al Rayyan - Al Gharafa 85-68 Rather predictable result in Doha where third ranked Al Rayyan (11-3) defeated 5th ranked Al Gharafa (5-9) 85-68 on Thursday. Al Rayyan looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. The best player for the winners was Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) who had a triple-double by scoring 10 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists. American guard Malik Curry (185-1999, college: WVU, agency: Green Sports Management) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. Four Al Rayyan players scored in double figures. Al Rayyan's coach Stergios Koufos used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward CJ Aiken (206-1990, college: St.Joseph's, agency: BIG) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists and the former international center Mohd Yousuf Mohmmed (204-1982) added 4 points, 14 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 steals respectively. Al Rayyan have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Qatar Club. Al Gharafa lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with nine games lost. Al Rayyan's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Qatar Club. Top scorers: Al Gharafa: C.Aiken 19+11reb+11ast, K.Brown 19+2reb+2ast, I.Marlen 12, A.Wade 7+1reb+1ast, M.Ouiri 5+4reb+4ast, M.Yousuf Mohmmed 4+14reb+14ast Al Rayyan: M.Curry 26+4reb+4ast, T.Starks 19+3reb+3ast, M.Haracic 13+4reb+4ast, M.Faye 10+14reb+14ast, S.Ibrahima 5+2reb+2ast, A.Tawfiq 5+1reb+1ast Al Khor - Qatar Club 62-96 Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Al Khor (0-13) was rolled over at home by second ranked Qatar Club (11-3) 96-62 on Thursday. Qatar Club forced 20 Al Khor turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 10 steals. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) chipped in 20 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Qatar Club players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Tony Criswell (205-1991, college: Missouri, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 26 points and Djibrirou Dioum added 12 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals respectively. Qatar Club keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Al Rayyan. Al Khor at the other side still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Qatar Club's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Rayyan. Top scorers: Al Khor: T.Criswell 26+3reb+3ast, R.Ghanem 12+3reb+3ast, D.Djibrirou 12+7reb+7ast, A.Bobo Magassa 8+7reb+7ast, O.Salem 4+4reb+4ast, K.Mohamed 0 Qatar Club: B.Halums 32+6reb+6ast, D.Janjic 20+9reb+9ast, H.Woods II 18+5reb+5ast, F.Avdic 11+8reb+8ast, A.Badara Ndoye 9+6reb+6ast, A.Abdalla 6 Al Ahli - Al Shamal 76-68 There was a small surprise in Doha where seventh ranked Al Ahli (5-8) beat one of their biggest challengers Al Shamal (9-4) 76-68 on Saturday. Al Ahli looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American point guard Johnathan Hudson (180-1987, college: Texas A&M) who scored 25 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 8 steals. American-Nigerian forward Stephen Ugochukwu (201-1996, college: McNeese St.) chipped in 15 points and 4 assists. Worth to mention Ugochukwu played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. At the other side the best for losing team was Egyptian power forward Moustafa Elmekawi (204-1994) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists and point guard Fadi Abilmona (178-1986) added 21 points and 10 steals respectively. Five Al Ahli and four Al Shamal players scored in double figures. Al Ahli have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Al Arabi. Al Shamal at the other side keeps the fourth position with four games lost. Al Ahli's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Gharafa. Top scorers: Al Shamal: A.Fadi 21+3reb+3ast, M.Elmekawi 19+12reb+12ast, S.Diallo 12+1reb+1ast, S.Osayande 10+8reb+8ast, F.Sadikovic 6+1reb+1ast, H.Ibn 0 Al Ahli: J.Hudson 25+6reb+6ast, S.Ugochukwu 15+4reb+4ast, K.Abdi 11+6reb+6ast, N.Seydou 11+4reb+4ast, N.Mohamed 10+3reb+3ast, N.Moustapha 4+1reb+1ast Al Wakrah - Al Arabi 99-98 Important game to mention about took place in Al Wakrah. Eighth ranked Al Wakrah (4-9) saved a 1-point derby victory at home edging 5th ranked Al Arabi (5-8) 99-98 on Saturday evening. Al Wakrah made 17-of-19 charity shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 42 assists. The winners were led by American swingman Brandon Spearman (191-1991, college: Hawaii) who scored that evening 40 points (!!!) and 4 assists and the former international power forward Erfan Saeed (198-1983) supported him with 11 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 blocks. Spearman is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Al Wakrah's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even a triple-double of 26 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists by Ousmane Dieng did not help to save the game for Al Arabi. American-Nigerian guard Kelechi Ajukwa (201-1995, college: Charlotte) added 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Four Al Arabi players scored in double figures. Al Wakrah maintains eighth position with 4-9 record. Al Arabi lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Al Ahli. Al Wakrah will play against bottom-ranked Al Khor (#9) on the road in the next round. Al Arabi's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Doha to the arena Al Sadd. Top scorers: Al Arabi: K.Ajukwa 37+7reb+7ast, D.Ousmane 26+13reb+13ast, A.Khaled 14+3reb+3ast, M.Lashin 11+3reb+3ast, H.Ghassan 5, C.Casas 3+3reb+3ast Al Wakrah: B.Spearman 40+4reb+4ast, E.Mohamed 19+4reb+4ast, E.Saeed 11+9reb+9ast, N.Mame Souleye 8+6reb+6ast, N.Modou 7+5reb+5ast, A.Matalkeh 5+3reb+3ast Al Gharafa - Qatar Club 68-101 There was no surprise in Doha where 5th ranked Al Gharafa (5-9) was outplayed by second ranked Qatar Club (11-3) 101-68 on Monday. Qatar Club made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Qatar Club outrebounded Al Gharafa 44-28 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 44 assists comparing to just 28 passes made by Al Gharafa's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Brian Halums (196-1997, college: UAFS) who had a triple-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 16 rebounds, 16 assists and 5 steals. Serbian Dejan Janjic (198-1995) chipped in 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward CJ Aiken (206-1990, college: St.Joseph's, agency: BIG) who recorded a triple-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists and the former international center Mohd Yousuf Mohmmed (204-1982) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Qatar Club keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Al Rayyan. Al Gharafa lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with nine games lost. Qatar Club's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha Al Rayyan. Top scorers: Al Gharafa: C.Aiken 22+10reb+10ast, M.Yousuf Mohmmed 13+5reb+5ast, M.Ouiri 12+4reb+4ast, I.Marlen 10+3reb+3ast, K.Brown 9+2reb+2ast, M.Ousseynou 2+3reb+3ast Qatar Club: B.Halums 33+16reb+16ast, D.Janjic 23+5reb+5ast, H.Woods II 22+2reb+2ast, F.Avdic 11+11reb+11ast, A.Abdalla 6, A.Badara Ndoye 4+6reb+6ast Al Rayyan - Al Sadd 70-55 Round 12 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Al Sadd (10-3). They were defeated by third ranked Al Rayyan (11-3) 70-55 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Al Sadd. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Al Rayyan looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Senegalese power forward Mouhammad Faye (207-1985, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 14 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 blocks and the former international forward Malek Salem (194-1985) who added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Al Rayyan players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Libyan point guard Mohameed Elsadi (190-1995) with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and international forward Babacar Dieng (197-1997) produced a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Al Rayyan have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Qatar Club. Defending champion Al Sadd dropped to the third place with three games lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Qatar Club. Al Sadd will play next round against Al Arabi trying to make it back to the top of the standings. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Doha - Al Arabi. Al Rayyan will try to continue on its current victory against first ranked Qatar Club. It will be extra interesting game as Qatar Club is their local rival from Doha. Top scorers: Al Sadd: M.Elsadi 25+8reb+8ast, B.Dieng 12+10reb+10ast, V.Blue 10+4reb+4ast, A.Faisal 6+7reb+7ast, O.Saad 2+3reb+3ast, A.Sultan 0+2reb+2ast Al Rayyan: M.Curry 19+2reb+2ast, M.Salem 14+6reb+6ast, M.Faye 11+14reb+14ast, M.Haracic 10+5reb+5ast, A.Tawfiq 5+2reb+2ast, S.Ibrahima 4+10reb+10ast |
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| RBL Round 13: K-Titans lose to REG in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. 3rd placed host K-Titans (10-6) were smashed by first ranked REG (16-1) 99-65. REG have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-1 record. K-Titans lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the third position with six games lost. Bottom-ranked IPRC-Musanze (0-15) is still winless. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 15th consecutive match to eighth ranked UGB (8-9) 96-53. UGB maintains eighth place with 8-9 record. IPRC-Musanze lost their fifteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 15 games lost. Bottom-ranked IPRC-Kigali (0-16) is still winless. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 16th consecutive match to seventh ranked Tigers (8-8) 90-79 on Sunday evening. Tigers maintains seventh place with 8-8 record. IPRC-Kigali lost their sixteenth game in a row. They still close the standings. In the last game of round 13 IPRC-Huye lost to Orion on the opponent's court 63-79.
Orion - IPRC-Huye 79-63 Very expected game when 10th ranked IPRC-Huye (4-11) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Orion (9-7) 79-63 on Sunday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Orion. Newly promoted Orion maintains sixth place with 9-7 record. IPRC-Huye at the other side keeps the tenth position with 11 games lost. IPRC-Musanze - UGB 53-96 Bottom-ranked IPRC-Musanze (0-15) is still winless. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 15th consecutive match to eighth ranked UGB (8-9) 96-53. UGB maintains eighth place with 8-9 record. IPRC-Musanze lost their fifteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 15 games lost. IPRC-Kigali - Tigers 79-90 Bottom-ranked IPRC-Kigali (0-16) is still winless. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their 16th consecutive match to seventh ranked Tigers (8-8) 90-79 on Sunday evening. Tigers maintains seventh place with 8-8 record. IPRC-Kigali lost their sixteenth game in a row. They still close the standings. K-Titans - REG 65-99 3rd placed host K-Titans (10-6) were smashed by first ranked REG (16-1) 99-65. REG have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 16-1 record. K-Titans lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keep the third position with six games lost. |
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most interesting game of round 27 was a home defeat of 6th ranked Sentjur (12-15) to fifth ranked Rogaska (13-14) 92-87 in the game for the fifth place. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Sentjur won third quarter 29-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Rogaska won last quarter 26-22. It was a great evening for swingman Jure Span (193-1995, college: USC Upstate, agency: PEPI SPORT) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points and 7 assists. Guard Patrik Tabak (195-2000) helped adding 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was forward Tim Tomazic (197-1999) with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Rogaska have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 13-14 record. Sentjur lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Terme Olimia. Important game to mention about took place in Ljubljana. Fourth ranked Ilirija (14-13) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 3rd placed Sencur Gor. (17-10) 82-80 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Sencur Gor.. It was an exceptional evening for Anej Orel (203-2002) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Ziga Daneu accounted for 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Ilirija's coach Sasa Doncic allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The former international power forward Dino Muric (201-1990) came up with 17 points and 6 rebounds for Sencur Gor. in the defeat. Ilirija have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 14-13 record. Sencur Gor. at the other side keeps the third position with ten games lost. Very important is a home loss of second ranked Helios Suns (22-5) against fourth ranked Ilirija (14-13) on Friday night. Host Helios Suns were defeated by Ilirija in a tough game in Domzale 92-97. The best player for the winners was Aleksandr Shashkov who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 16 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Blaz Mahkovic who recorded 20 points and 9 rebounds. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Ilirija. They maintain fourth place with 14-13 record. Loser Helios Suns still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Krka. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 27: Krka won against LTH Castings on the opponent's court 80-66. Hopsi Polzela unfortunately lost to Helios Suns in a home game 87-105. Bottom-ranked Zlatorog was rolled over Terme Olimia on the road 67-98.
Helios Suns - Ilirija 92-97 Very important is a home loss of second ranked Helios Suns (22-5) against fourth ranked Ilirija (14-13) on Friday night. Host Helios Suns were defeated by Ilirija in a tough game in Domzale 92-97. The guests trailed by 11 points at the halftime before their 59-43 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was Russian center Aleksandr Shashkov (211-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 16 rebounds. Bosnian point guard Adnan Arslanagic (183-1997) chipped in 15 points and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international forward Blaz Mahkovic (201-1990, agency: Interperformances) who recorded 20 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Niko Bacvic (191-1997) added 20 points and 8 assists respectively. Four Helios Suns players scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Ilirija. They maintain fourth place with 14-13 record. Loser Helios Suns still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Krka. Top scorers: Ilirija: A.Shashkov 32+16reb+1ast, L.Kures 20+3ast, A.Adnan 15+4reb+9ast, M.Matic 9+4reb, M.Gorbachov 8+1reb+2ast, D.Ziga 6+4reb Helios Suns: A.Luke 22+4reb+3ast, B.Mahkovic 20+9reb+2ast, N.Bacvic 20+2reb+8ast, U.Oman 13+4reb+1ast, L.Buljevic 6+1reb, D.Tunstall 5+7reb Sentjur - Rogaska 87-92 The most interesting game of round 27 was a home defeat of 6th ranked Sentjur (12-15) to fifth ranked Rogaska (13-14) 92-87 in the game for the fifth place. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Sentjur won third quarter 29-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Rogaska won last quarter 26-22. It was a great evening for swingman Jure Span (193-1995, college: USC Upstate, agency: PEPI SPORT) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points and 7 assists. Guard Patrik Tabak (195-2000) helped adding 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Five Rogaska players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Tim Tomazic (197-1999) with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and American point guard Tavian Dunn-Martin (173-1998, college: FGCU) scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Rogaska have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fifth place with 13-14 record. Sentjur lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Terme Olimia. Top scorers: Rogaska: J.Span 24+7ast, U.Durnik 18+5reb+4ast, P.Tabak 17+8reb+4ast, I.Milicevic 15+9reb, S.Stas 12+9reb, D.Jean-Baptiste 4+1ast Sentjur: T.Tomazic 22+11reb+6ast, R.Nemanic 22+1reb+1ast, T.Dunn-Martin 19+7reb+8ast, J.Craig 9+9reb+2ast, S.Glogovac 8+4reb, I.Drzic 5 LTH Castings - Krka 66-80 Very expected game in Skofja Loka where 8th ranked LTH Castings (8-19) were defeated by first ranked Krka (22-5) 80-66 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Krka. LTH Castings managed to win fourth quarter 20-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was international Leon Stergar (193-2000) who scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Miha Cerkvenik (187-2001) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Matej Cibej (180-2002) who recorded 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and Bosnian Stefan Ristic (207-2002) added 12 points and 11 rebounds respectively. Krka maintains first place with 22-5 record, which they share with Helios Suns. Newly promoted LTH Castings keep the eighth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Hopsi Polzela. Top scorers: Krka: C.Miha 18+7reb, L.Stergar 14+7reb+4ast, J.Span 12+4ast, R.Spasojevic 9+8reb+1ast, J.Robert 8+4reb, A.Stavrov 7+6reb+3ast LTH Castings: M.Cibej 25+8reb+5ast, F.Nace 14+6reb, R.Stefan 12+11reb+1ast, R.Rodic 5+1reb, T.Jugovic 5+3reb+5ast, D.Luka 3 Hopsi Polzela - Helios Suns 87-105 Very predictable result when second ranked Helios Suns (22-5) defeated on the road 8th ranked Hopsi Polzela (8-19) 105-87 on Sunday. The game without a history. Helios Suns led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Helios Suns forced 19 Hopsi Polzela turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international Tadej Ferme (187-1991, agency: PEPI SPORT) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 assists. Swingman Jan Zemljic (178-2004) chipped in 20 points and 5 assists. Five Helios Suns players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Marko Vranjkovic (205-1990) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds and swingman Ozbej Glavan (198-2001) added 15 points respectively. Helios Suns keep a position of league leader, which they share with Krka. Hopsi Polzela lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth place with 19 games lost. They share the position with LTH Castings. Top scorers: Helios Suns: Z.Jan 20+3reb+5ast, T.Ferme 16+2reb+10ast, M.Tibor 14+6reb+3ast, L.Buljevic 13+7reb, N.Bacvic 12+3reb+4ast, D.Tunstall 12+8reb+1ast Hopsi Polzela: M.Vranjkovic 20+16reb+2ast, G.Ozbej 15+4reb+2ast, I.Goltnik 13+3reb, R.Teodor 11+2reb+1ast, M.Grusovnik 9+3reb+5ast, M.Vasilic 6+5reb+4ast Terme Olimia - Zlatorog 98-67 Not a big story in a game in Podcetrtek where 10th ranked Zlatorog (7-20) was rolled over by seventh ranked Terme Olimia (12-15) 98-67 on Monday. The game without a history. Terme Olimia 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 Zlatorog's 40. Terme Olimia looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was Zan Kosic (188-1993) who scored 12 points and 7 assists. Guard Gasper Skorjanc (190-2004) chipped in 10 points and 8 assists. Five Terme Olimia players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Roka Pajk (202-2002) who recorded 12 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Nik Urbanija (195-2005) added 12 points and 5 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. Terme Olimia moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Sentjur. Loser Zlatorog stay at the bottom position with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Terme Olimia: A.Stoimenov 17+2reb+2ast, S.Atanackovic 14+3reb+2ast, N.Muratovic 13+7reb+1ast, Z.Kosic 12+4reb+7ast, N.Tadic 11+3reb+1ast, S.Gasper 10+4reb+8ast Zlatorog: P.Roka 12+5reb+1ast, K.Smrekar 12+3reb, U.Nik 12+5reb, V.Tristan 7+3reb+1ast, P.Filip 6+3reb+5ast, K.Pozin 5+1reb+7ast Ilirija - Sencur Gor. 82-80 Important game to mention about took place in Ljubljana. Fourth ranked Ilirija (14-13) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 3rd placed Sencur Gor. (17-10) 82-80 on Monday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Sencur Gor.. Sencur Gor. was ahead by 13 points after three quarters before a 24-11 charge of Ilirija, which allowed them to win the game. They outrebounded Sencur Gor. 48-36 including 20 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Sencur Gor. was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for Anej Orel (203-2002) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Ziga Daneu (201-2002) accounted for 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Ilirija's coach Sasa Doncic allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The former international power forward Dino Muric (201-1990) came up with 17 points and 6 rebounds and forward Gaber Ozegovic (197-1998, college: CS Fullerton) added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Sencur Gor. in the defeat. Ilirija have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 14-13 record. Sencur Gor. at the other side keeps the third position with ten games lost. Top scorers: Ilirija: O.Anej 20+6reb+3ast, A.Shashkov 11+11reb, K.Damian 10+6reb, M.Gorbachov 10+3reb+2ast, D.Ziga 10+9reb+4ast, L.Kures 8+4reb+5ast Sencur Gor.: N.Baric 17+2reb+4ast, D.Muric 17+6reb+3ast, G.Ozegovic 14+9reb+1ast, N.Martincic 8+5reb, R.Luka 7+3reb+1ast, M.Varagic 7+2reb |
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| Asia-Basket.com All-Korean KBL Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Sek-Eun Oh (200-C-1987) of AnyangPlayer of the Year:  Omari Spellman (207-PF-1997) of AnyangGuard of the Year: Sunh-Yung Kim (187-G-1988) of Seoul KnightsForward of the Year: Omari Spellman (207-PF-1997) of AnyangCenter of the Year: Jameel Warney (203-C-1994) of Seoul KnightsImport Player of the Year: Omari Spellman (207-PF-1997) of AnyangDomestic Player of the Year: Sunh-Yung Kim (187-G-1988) of Seoul KnightsDefensive Player of the Year:  Assem Marei (206-C-1992) of LG SakersCoach of the Year: Seung-Ki Kim of Anyang
First Team Sunh-Yung Kim (187-G-1988) of Seoul Knights Seonghyen Jeon (190-G-1991) of Goyang Gaige Prim (203-F-1999) of Mobis Phoebus Omari Spellman (207-PF-1997) of Anyang Jameel Warney (203-C-1994) of Seoul Knights
Second Team Junhyeong Byeon (186-G-1996) of Anyang Jae-Do Lee (180-PG-1991) of LG Sakers Lee Jung-Hyun (190-SF-1999) of Goyang Dedric Lawson (206-F/C-1997) of Goyang Assem Marei (206-C-1992) of LG Sakers
Honorable Mention Sek-Eun Oh (200-C-1987) of Anyang Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (181-G-1999) of Mobis Phoebus Myeong-jin Seo of Mobis Phoebus Guna Ra (203-F-1989) of KCC Egis Woong Heo (183-G-1993) of KCC Egis Ethan Alvano (185-G-1996) of Wonju DB Jongkyu Kim (207-C-1991) of Wonju DB Yoongi Ha (203-C-1999) of Suwon KT Hongseok Yang (199-F-1997) of Suwon KT Murphy Holloway (201-F-1990) of KoGas Dae-Sung Lee (192-F-1990) of KoGas Jung-Hyun Lee (191-F-1987) of Seoul Thunders
All-Domestic Players Team Sunh-Yung Kim (187-G-1988) of Seoul Knights Seonghyen Jeon (190-G-1991) of Goyang Lee Jung-Hyun (190-SF-1999) of Goyang Guna Ra (203-F-1989) of KCC Egis Sek-Eun Oh (200-C-1987) of Anyang
All-Imports Team Ethan Alvano (185-G-1996) of Wonju DB Rhon Jhay Abarrientos (181-G-1999) of Mobis Phoebus Gaige Prim (203-F-1999) of Mobis Phoebus Omari Spellman (207-PF-1997) of Anyang Jameel Warney (203-C-1994) of Seoul Knights |
| SPB 2023 - Broncos sign Henry Sims, ex Mobis Phoebus - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Sims has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He has been regularly called to USA Senior National Team since 2022. Sims is quite experienced player. He has played in six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Sims has played previously professionally also in China (Loongs), Philippines, NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns), Italy (Reggio Emilia, Fortitudo Flat Service Bologna and Vanoli Cremona) and NBA G League (SLC Stars, College Park SkyHawks and Grand Rapids Gold) and South Korea (KoGas). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Italian Serie A2 East Regular Season in 2019. He was voted to Eurobasket.com Italian Serie A2 All-Imports Team back in 2019. Sims graduated from Georgetown University in 2012 and it is his eleventh (!!!) season as a professional player. |
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| Marcelinho Huertas claims Spanish Liga Endesa weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 39-year old playmaker had the game-high 42 points adding three rebounds and seven assists for Tenerife as his team was edged out by Murcia (#9, 15-17) 111-109. Tenerife is placed at 4th position in Spanish Liga Endesa. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Tenerife will need to avoid more loses keep or improve their 22-9 record. In the team's last game Huertas had a remarkable 52.4% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Tenerife, through which he has constantly improved. Huertas has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in assists (4th best: 5.6apg) and averages solid 54.4% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young French power forward Guerschon Yabusele (201-PF-1995) of Real Madrid. Yabusele impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Real Madrid cruised to a 102-90 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Unicaja (#5, 22-10). Real Madrid's 3rd position in the standings has not changed. His team lost just six games this season, while they won 25 matches. Yabusele is well-known by Real Madrid fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was American Devin Robinson (203-F-1995) of Manresa (#14). Robinson scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Manresa, leading his team to a 87-82 win against the higher-ranked Valencia (#8, 16-15). The chances of Manresa not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 21 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Robinson could try to bring Manresa's a little bit higher in the standings. Robinson has a very solid season. In 19 games in Spain he scored 13.8ppg. He also has 5.4rpg and FGP: 60.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Giorgi Shermadini (217-C-1989) of Tenerife - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Matt Costello (208-F/C-1993) of Baskonia - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Tyson Perez (202-PF-1996) of Real Betis - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Borisa Simanic (210-PF-1998) of Zaragoza - 21 points and 7 rebounds 8. James Webb III (203-PF-1993) of Valencia - 23 points and 11 rebounds 9. Damien Inglis (204-F/C-1995) of Gran Canaria - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Sergio Llull (190-G-1987) of Real Madrid - 23 points and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| LEB Gold Round 32: Coruna is defeated by Caceres - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in LEB Gold. The round was exceptionally exciting as three games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game in the last round took place in Caceres between third ranked Coruna (22-10) and fourteenth ranked Caceres (10-22) on Friday night. Coruna was defeated by Caceres in a tough game on the road 94-102. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Coruna. Caceres shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 56.0 percentage. 30 personal fouls committed by Coruna helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Lysander Bracey (193-1996, college: Hampton) who helped to win the game recording 28 points (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!) and the other American import guard Kenny Hasbrouck (191-1986, college: Siena, agency: Interperformances) who added 18 points and 6 assists during the contest. Croatian point guard Goran Filipovic (183-1996, agency: 011 Sports) responded with 18 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Caceres maintains fourteenth position with 10-22 record. Coruna at the other side keeps the third place with ten games lost. Caceres are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Melilla (#18) on the road in the next round. Coruna will play against the league's second-placed Palencia (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Bottom-ranked Melilla managed to get a seventh victory, breaking the five-game losing streak. This time they won against seventeenth-ranked Albacete 90-84. The winners were led by Serbian center Darko Balaban (211-1989, agency: Helping Ballers) who scored that evening 25 points and 7 rebounds and Samuel Rodriguez supported him with 26 points and 4 assists. Even 14 points and 7 assists by point guard Guillem Ferrando (186-2002) did not help to save the game for Albacete. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Melilla (7-25) moved-up to seventeenth place, which they share with defeated Albacete. Melilla will play against higher ranked Caceres (#14) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Albacete will play against Valladolid and hopes to get back on the winning track. LEB Gold top team - Andorra (28-5) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat eighth ranked Alicante (18-14) 74-59. The best player for the winners was Marin Maric who scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Eduard Gatell produced 13 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Andorra maintains first position with 28-5 record. Loser Alicante keeps the eighth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Gipuzkoa. Andorra will meet at home Ourense (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Alicante will play against Gipuzkoa (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 32: Ourense won against Iraurgi SB on the opponent's court 80-76. Burgos managed to outperform Lleida in a home game 90-78. Estudiantes recorded a loss to Palencia on the road 74-66. Cantabria defeated Valladolid on its own court 72-71. Almansa was beaten by Castello in Castellon 81-67. Gipuzkoa won against Oviedo at home 64-63.
Iraurgi SB - Ourense 76-80 Very expected game in Azpeitia where 16th ranked Iraurgi SB (8-24) was defeated by twelfth ranked Ourense (12-20) 80-76 on Friday. Ourense made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Bosnian Fahrudin Manjgafic (207-1997) who scored 23 points. Lithuanian guard Augustas Peciukevicius (193-1991) chipped in 13 points. American forward Nathan Hoover (193-1997, college: Wofford, agency: Helping Ballers) produced 17 points and 5 rebounds and guard Benat Hevia (176-1995, college: Dalton St., agency: Helping Ballers) added 13 points respectively for the hosts. Iraurgi SB's coach Mikel Odriozola tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Ourense maintains twelfth position with 12-20 record. Iraurgi SB lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 24 games lost. Ourense will meet league's leader Andorra on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Iraurgi SB will play against Lleida (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ourense: F.Manjgafic 23+4reb, A.Peciukevicius 13+2reb+3ast, C.Williams 10+4reb+1ast, F.Pilepic 9+1reb, F.Ventura 8, S.Gjuroski 7+3reb+2ast Iraurgi SB: N.Hoover 17+5reb, B.Hevia 13+1reb+3ast, K.Buckingham 12+2reb, K.Edwards 8+5reb+1ast, B.Njie 8+2reb+1ast, A.Manex 7+3reb Burgos - Lleida 90-78 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Burgos and one of their biggest challengers Lleida had identical 20-11 record. This time Burgos used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Lleida 90-78 on Friday night. The best player for the winners was Argentinian forward Gonzalo Corbalan (193-2002, college: LCU) who scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Austrian-Slovenian center Rasid Mahalbasic (210-1990) chipped in 10 points. Five Burgos players scored in double figures. Argentinian guard Juan Ignacio Marcos (188-2000) produced 12 points and point guard Jaume Lobo (180-1997) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Burgos (21-11) have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Loser Lleida dropped to the fifth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Estudiantes and Valladolid. Burgos will meet Estudiantes (#6) in the next round. Lleida will play against Iraurgi SB and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Burgos: G.Corbalan 15+5reb+3ast, M.Norelia 12+3reb+1ast, M.Kacinas 11+1reb+2ast, R.Mahalbasic 10+4reb+3ast, A.Barrera 10+1reb+2ast, K.Thomas 8+2reb+1ast Lleida: R.Lopez 14+3reb, J.Lobo 13+5reb, J.Ignacio Marcos 12+4reb+3ast, V.Rafael 7+1reb, M.Bakovic 6+1reb+2ast, A.Sidibe 6+3reb+1ast Palencia - Estudiantes 74-66 Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Estudiantes (20-12) was defeated on the road by second ranked Palencia (27-6) 74-66 on Friday. Palencia made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Jose Ortega (191-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. DR Congolese-Canadian guard Mathieu Kamba (196-1995, college: Cent Arkansas) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Four Palencia players scored in double figures. Danish center Kevin Larsen (208-1993, college: GWU) produced 15 points and point guard Adams Sola (193-2000) added 8 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Palencia maintains second position with 27-6 record behind leader Andorra. Loser Estudiantes keeps the fifth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Valladolid and Lleida. Palencia will meet Coruna (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Estudiantes will play against Burgos and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Palencia: K.Kostadinov 18+3reb, M.Kamba 16+6reb, J.Ortega 13+11reb+3ast, A.Wintering 10+2reb+6ast, D.Rozitis 5+2reb, D.Schmidt 5+2reb+3ast Estudiantes: K.Larsen 15+4reb+2ast, P.Jorgensen 14+2reb+1ast, M.Hughes 12+3reb+2ast, A.Sola 8+9reb+1ast, T.Leimanis 7+1reb, S.Smith 4+4reb+2ast Caceres - Coruna 102-94 The most important game in the last round took place in Caceres between third ranked Coruna (22-10) and fourteenth ranked Caceres (10-22) on Friday night. Coruna was defeated by Caceres in a tough game on the road 94-102. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Coruna. Caceres shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 56.0 percentage. 30 personal fouls committed by Coruna helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Lysander Bracey (193-1996, college: Hampton) who helped to win the game recording 28 points (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!) and the other American import guard Kenny Hasbrouck (191-1986, college: Siena, agency: Interperformances) who added 18 points and 6 assists during the contest. Five Caceres players scored in double figures. Croatian point guard Goran Filipovic (183-1996, agency: 011 Sports) responded with 18 points and Senegalese center Atoumane Diagne (215-1998) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Caceres maintains fourteenth position with 10-22 record. Coruna at the other side keeps the third place with ten games lost. Caceres are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Melilla (#18) on the road in the next round. Coruna will play against the league's second-placed Palencia (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Caceres: L.Bracey 28+4reb+1ast, K.Hasbrouck 18+3reb+6ast, D.Rodriguez 16+2reb+4ast, V.Cepukaitis 14+4reb+2ast, A.Lafuente 12+3reb, S.Borovnjak 6+1ast Coruna: G.Filipovic 18+1reb+3ast, Y.Barrueta 14+5reb, A.Diagne 14+6reb, K.Olle Lundqvist 9+1ast, A.Font 9+5reb+1ast, L.Nwogbo 7+7reb+1ast Albacete - Melilla 84-90 Bottom-ranked Melilla managed to get a seventh victory, breaking the five-game losing streak. This time they won against seventeenth-ranked Albacete 90-84. Albacete was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by Serbian center Darko Balaban (211-1989, agency: Helping Ballers) who scored that evening 25 points and 7 rebounds and power forward Samuel Rodriguez (202-1997) supported him with 26 points and 4 assists. Even 14 points and 7 assists by point guard Guillem Ferrando (186-2002) did not help to save the game for Albacete. Forward Ivan Aurrecoechea (204-1995, college: NM State) added 11 points and 9 rebounds for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Melilla (7-25) moved-up to seventeenth place, which they share with defeated Albacete. Melilla will play against higher ranked Caceres (#14) at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Albacete will play against Valladolid and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Melilla: S.Rodriguez 26+2reb+4ast, D.Balaban 25+7reb+1ast, T.Davis 12+5reb+5ast, G.Mulero 10+4reb+1ast, S.Jarumbauskas 5+6reb+2ast, J.Santana 4+5ast Albacete: F.Guillem 14+3reb+7ast, I.Dimakopoulos 12+5reb+1ast, J.Santana 11+5reb, I.Aurrecoechea 11+9reb+1ast, V.Moreno 10+1reb, D.Knudsen 8+2reb+2ast Cantabria - Valladolid 72-71 There was a surprise result in Torrelavega where eleventh ranked Cantabria (15-17) edged higher ranked Valladolid (20-12) 72-71 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Dominican Dagoberto Pena (198-1988, college: Marshall) who scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. Bosnian Mirza Bulic (207-1992) chipped in 25 points. Swedish point guard Melwin Pantzar (190-2000) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and Congolese forward Romaric Belemene (202-1997) added 8 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Valladolid's coach Francisco Garcia tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Newly promoted Cantabria maintains eleventh position with 15-17 record. Loser Valladolid dropped to the fifth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Estudiantes and Lleida. Cantabria will meet Almansa (#13) on the road in the next round. Valladolid will play against Albacete (#17) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cantabria: M.Bulic 25+1reb+1ast, D.Pena 21+7reb+1ast, A.Sans 9+5reb+3ast, W.Cabral 5+11reb+1ast, M.Kone 4+4reb, A.Palazuelos 3+1reb+1ast Valladolid: M.Pantzar 17+7reb+2ast, J.Kuiper 10+2reb+1ast, R.Belemene 8+7reb, G.Gantt 8+1reb+1ast, K.Allen 8+4reb, M.Torres Cuevas 7+3reb+3ast Castello - Almansa 81-67 There was no surprise in Castellon where 12th ranked Almansa (11-21) was defeated by tenth ranked Castello (16-16) 81-67 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Swedish forward David Hook (197-1999, college: E.Wyoming) who scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Eric Stutz (203-1992, college: EKU) chipped in 15 points. Austrian Marvin Ogunsipe (203-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and Argentinian-Italian guard Mateo Diaz (186-2002) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Castello maintains tenth position with 16-16 record. Loser Almansa dropped to the thirteenth place with 21 games lost. Castello will meet Oviedo (#15) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Almansa will play against Cantabria and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Castello: E.Stutz 15+4reb+1ast, D.Hook 14+5reb+4ast, J.Faner 14+4reb, E.Duran 11+2reb+1ast, J.Nesbitt 7+7reb+3ast, O.Alvarado 6+1reb+5ast Almansa: D.Mateo 15+2reb+2ast, J.Fernandez 13+4reb, M.Ogunsipe 13+11reb+2ast, P.Aranitovic 11+1reb+3ast, M.Bonde 7+2reb, E.Martinez 3 Gipuzkoa - Oviedo 64-63 No shocking result in a game in San Sebastian where ninth ranked Gipuzkoa (18-14) edged 15th ranked Oviedo (9-23) 64-63 on Sunday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The best player for the winners was guard Aitor Zubizarreta (191-1995, college: Idaho Coll.) who scored 9 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. American guard Justin Jaworski (190-1999, college: Lafayette) chipped in 18 points (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!). American forward Clevon Brown (203-1998, college: FIU) produced 7 points and 12 rebounds and Marc Marti (204-1997) added 13 points respectively for the guests. Oviedo's coach Tryfon Poch rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gipuzkoa moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Alicante. Oviedo lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 23 games lost. Gipuzkoa will meet Alicante (#9) on the road in the next round. Oviedo will play against Castello (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gipuzkoa: J.Jaworski 18+1reb+1ast, X.Beraza 11+5reb+1ast, M.Delas 10+1reb+2ast, A.Zubizarreta 9+6reb+6ast, R.Nurger 6+4reb, A.Martinez 6+10reb+1ast Oviedo: F.Santana 14+1ast, M.Marti 13+4reb, R.Crouch 10+1reb, C.Brown 7+12reb+2ast, D.Adria 6+6reb, N.Pruitt 5+4reb Andorra - Alicante 74-59 LEB Gold top team - Andorra (28-5) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat eighth ranked Alicante (18-14) 74-59. The best player for the winners was Croatian center Marin Maric (211-1994, college: DePaul, agency: BIG) who scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Naturalized Brazilian point guard Rafael Luz (186-1992, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 6 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Power forward Eduard Gatell (206-1989) produced 13 points and 8 rebounds and Lithuanian Osvaldas Matulionis (200-1991) added 14 points (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!) respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Andorra maintains first position with 28-5 record. Loser Alicante keeps the eighth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Gipuzkoa. Andorra will meet at home Ourense (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Alicante will play against Gipuzkoa (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Andorra: M.Andric 16+2ast, J.Rubio 15+1reb+1ast, J.Dee 10+3reb, M.Maric 9+12reb, F.Dos Anjos 7+3reb, R.Luz 6+8reb+7ast Alicante: O.Matulionis 14+2reb+1ast, E.Gatell 13+8reb, A.Parrado 7+3reb, G.Arcos 6+4reb+1ast, D.Blaylock 6+2reb+2ast, K.Coleby 5+2reb |
| Placide Nakidjim claims Spanish EBA weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 28-year old center had the game-high 32 points adding four rebounds for Socuellamos in his team's victory, helping them to beat Zentro Basket (#7, 16-10) 88-83. Socuellamos maintains the 2nd position in their group in Spanish EBA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Socuellamos will need more victories to improve their 19-7 record. In the team's last game Nakidjim had a remarkable 83.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Socuellamos' top player in his first season with the team. Placide Nakidjim averages this season 14.3ppg and 6.3rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Senegalese center Pape Bocar Sall (211-C-2001) of Zentro Basket. Bocar Sall impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 25 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Zentro Basket lost that game 83-88 to the higher-ranked Socuellamos (#2, 19-7). This loss caused Zentro Basket to drop to 7th position in B-A. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 16-10 record is not bad and everything may still change. Bocar Sall is well-known by Zentro Basket fans and he already established his position as one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was Mario Garcia of La Solana (#11). Garcia scored 29 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of La Solana, leading his team to a 108-101 win against slightly higher-ranked Majadahonda (#10, 9-16). Garcia has individually a great season in Spain. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 1.8apg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Joaquin Portugues (185-PG-1995) of Guimar - 29 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists 5. Alejandro Herreros (189-SG-1996) of Majadahonda - 32 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Raudelis Guerra (191-G-1993) of Daimiel - 32 points and 3 rebounds 7. Alejandro Talamino (190-PG-2000) of La Solana - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Imobach Gonzalez (193-F/G-1993) of Tenerife Naut. - 28 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Romen Hernandez (200-F-1991) of La Matanza - 18 points and 13 rebounds 10. Victor Fernandez (190-G-1998) of SBA - 14 points, 13 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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| Spanish LEB Gold round 32 best performance: Darko Balaban (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 33-year old player was the main contributor (25 points, seven rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Albacete (7-25) 90-84. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Melilla maintains the 18th position in Spanish LEB Gold. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked at the very bottom. They already lost 25 games and recorded just seven victories. Balaban just recently signed at Melilla, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Darko Balaban averages this season 12.8ppg and 5.8rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Bosnia and Herzegovina Mirza Bulic (207-SF-1992) of Cantabria. Bulic had a very good evening with 25 points. It was enough for Cantabria to edge the higher-ranked Valladolid (#5, 20-12) 72-71. Cantabria's 11th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 15-17 record. Bulic is well-known at Cantabria and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.7ppg (#9). He also registered 5.1 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Lysander Bracey (193-G-1996) of Caceres (#14). Bracey scored 28 points. He was a key player of Caceres, leading his team to a 102-94 win against the higher-ranked Coruna (#3, 22-10). The chances of Caceres not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 22 games, recording just ten victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Bracey could try to bring Caceres' a little bit higher in the standings. Bracey has a very solid season. In 24 games in Spain he scored 8.5ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jose Ortega (191-SG-1997) of Palencia - 13 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Samuel Rodriguez (202-F/C-1997) of Melilla - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Marvin Ogunsipe (203-PF-1996) of Almansa - 13 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Vaidas Cepukaitis (207-C/F-1989) of Caceres - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Dagoberto Pena (198-SG-1988) of Cantabria - 21 points and 7 rebounds 9. Mathieu Kamba (196-G-1995) of Palencia - 16 points and 6 rebounds 10. Gonzalo Corbalan (193-F-2002) of Burgos - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Basketligan Round 6 of Finals. Norrkoping Dolphins repeat as champions - by Eurobasket News |
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Norrkoping - Boras 85-65 Norrkoping defended Basketligan title. They overcame Boras in Game 6 of the championship series to claim the third straight title. The game was mostly controlled by Norrkoping. Boras managed to win third quarter 17-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was American guard Devonte Green (190-1997, college: Indiana) who scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international Nathan Dawit (192-1994, agency: Players Group) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Five Norrkoping players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Ryan Logan (200-1994, college: Stonehill) who recorded 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import Christopher McKnight (201-1987, college: Akron) added 12 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Boras' coach Henrik Svensson rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Top scorers: Norrkoping: D.Green 24+7reb+4ast, N.Dawit 19+6reb, M.Tyus 13+6reb+3ast, T.Schuberg 12+4ast, N.Spires 11+6reb+1ast, A.Ramstedt 5+6reb+2ast Boras: R.Logan 21+8reb+5ast, A.Cook 18+1reb+2ast, C.McKnight 12+10reb+1ast, A.Person 8+2reb, L.Johansson 4+4reb+2ast, B.Hume 2+8reb |
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| T1 League Round 5 of Semi-Finals. Tainan GhostHawks enter Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Tainan GH - Kaohsiung A. 105-99 GhostHawks made 28-of-37 free shots (75.7 percent) during the game, while Aquas only scored eight points from the stripe. They outrebounded Aquas 59-35 including a 40-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. GhostHawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. 27 personal fouls committed by Aquas helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Indian-Canadian center Sim Bhullar (226-1992, college: NM State) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 21 rebounds. American center Robert Upshaw (213-1994, college: Washington) contributed with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) for the winners. Jordanian-American center John Bohannon (211-1991, college: UTEP) answered with 23 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and American-Filipino guard Jason Brickman (183-1991, college: LIU Brooklyn, agency: Interperformances) added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists in the effort for Aquas. Five GhostHawks and four Aquas players scored in double figures. Aquas' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Tainan GH: R.Upshaw 27+7reb+4ast, S.Bhullar 23+21reb+2ast, S.Deguara 19+14reb+2ast, K.Mao-Wei 14+8reb+8ast, C.Han 11+2reb+2ast, C.Chen 5+1reb+4ast Kaohsiung A.: J.Bohannon 23+9reb+4ast, J.Brickman 20+5reb+9ast, T.Chiu 17+3reb+3ast, L.Hu 15+10reb+4ast, H.Wu 6+1reb, H.Yu 6+4reb+4ast |
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| TEBA Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Sharks and DAI Tigers advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Red Dragons - Sharks 75-93 Sharks looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Red Dragons' players. The former international forward Afnan Charansarn (186-1997) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and guard Nattapat Biasamrit chipped in 25 points and 14 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Lincoln Smith (196, college: Lamar) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 16 rebounds and guard Day Narbonne (180) scored 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Red Dragons: L.Smith 26+16reb+3ast, N.Day 10+5reb+4ast, C.Totsachai 10+4reb, A.Ace 9+5reb+1ast, X.McCoy 6+7reb+2ast, L.Baba 6+6reb+1ast Sharks: B.Nattapat 25+14reb+3ast, A.Charansarn 23+15reb+5ast, P.Amadou 8+4reb, S.Takamin 8+1reb+6ast, N.Kupadit 8+4reb+4ast, D.Mohammed 7+7reb+1ast Coyotes - DAI Tigers 57-88 Tigers held Coyotes to an opponent 22.5 percent shooting from the field compared to 38.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Tigers forced 19 Coyotes turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Coyotes' players. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Accheaus Fields (187-1997, college: Averett) nailed 37 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winning side and guard Marius Hopkins (190, college: S.Suburban JC) accounted for 8 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists. Guard Nikeem Deleon (196, college: Purchase) came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds and Rajah Mayo Jr added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Coyotes 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: Coyotes: N.Deleon 20+13reb+3ast, M.Jr Rajah 12+5reb, J.Perdomo 6+4reb+3ast, Y.Thanakorn 5+3reb+3ast, R.Matteo 5+9reb, I.Sahatsawat 3+2reb DAI Tigers: A.Fields 37+7reb+2ast, M.Alexander Ty 15+4reb+5ast, H.Johnson III 8+1reb+1ast, M.Hopkins 8+18reb+10ast, H.Scott 4+7reb, R.Espinosa 4+7reb+1ast |
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| Tyrell Gomez lands T&T Top Player Award - by Albert-Lee Young |
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Here is the review of the six Trinidad and Tobago overseas-based players, who were in action, for week-ending 7 May 2023. The Top Player Award goes to US-born 5-8 point guard Tyrell Gomez with 14pts, 2rebs, game high 10asts & 1stl as #1 Saint Quentin (24-9) scored a comfortable 93-73 victory over #15 Nantes (12-21) in the France-Pro B League, Regular Season Round 33, on May 5. Saint-Quentin next play #10 Angers (16-17) on May 12. Gomez is currently averaging 12.5ppg, 1.4rpg & 4.8apg: 43.9%2FPG, 44.2%3FPG & 90.1%FT. Second is US-born 6-5 swingman Devaughn Akoon-Purchell who helped 5th ranked Lokomotiv with two wins in Russia-VTB United League. In the first game, he contributed 6pts, 4rebs, a shared-team high 7asts & 1stl in a 103-100 win that knock out top ranked CSK in their decisive Semi-Finals Round 7 on May 1. In opening Finals game on May 6, Akkon-Purchell chipped in with 12pts, 2rebs, 3asts & 1stl as Lokomotiv scored an 88-76 victory over #2 UNICS. The Finals Rounds 2-4 games is on May 8, 11 & 13 respectively. Akkon-Purchell is currently averaging 14.0ppg, 3.9rpg, 2.5apg & 1.3spg: 49.3%2FPG, 30.4%3FPG & 87.5%FT. Third is 7-0 center Johnny Hamilton with 10pts, 6rebs, 1asts, 2blks & 1stl as #12 Merkezefendi Belediyesi Denizli Basket (11-17) was beaten 71-82 by top ranked Turk Telekom (23-4) in Turkey-BSL, Regular Season Round 27, on May 7. Hamilton is averaging 10.3ppg, 7.0rpg & 2.0bpg: 60.0%%2FPG & 68.2%%FT. Fourth is teenage 6-8 forward Malique Lewis with 10pts, team high 5rebs, 1ast & 2stls as #18th Fuenlabrada (4-27) went under 64-101 to #1 Barca (26-5) in the Spain La Liga League on May 7. Fuenlabrada (4-25) next play #17 Gran Canaria (8-23) on May 11. Lewis is currently averaging 3.4ppg & 3.1rpg: 67.9%2FPG & 26.7%3FPG & 55.6%FT. Fifth is 6-4 point guard Khadeen Carrington with 7pts, 3rebs & 4asts as #3 Hapoel Jerusalem (20-7) scored an 82-75 win over #6 I.Ness Ziona (11-16) in Israel-Winner League, Second Stage Round 5 on May 3. In their next game on May 7, Carrington did not play in the 83-76 win over #1 M.Tel-Aviv (21-5). H. Jerusalem will play Spain's Lenovo Tenerife in Basketball Champions League Semi-Finals Round 1 on May 12. Carrington is averaging 14,0ppg, 2.0rpg & 2.4apg: 48.9%2FPG, 35.9%3FPG & 72.0% FT in the Winner-League. While in the Euro Basketball Championships League, he is averaging 12.4ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.8apg & 1.1spg: 48.6%2FPG, 34.9%3FPG & 64.9% FT. Sixth is 6-9 forward/center Jabari Narcis who was limited to 5mins off the bench & & 1reb as #5 Dresden Titans (19-15) suffered a close 94-96 loss to #4 Giessen (21-13 in Germany-Pro League, Quarter-Finals Round 1, on May 5. Rounds 2-3 is on May 7 & 10. Narcis is currently averaging 6.3ppg & 2.9rpg: 52.5%2FPG, 26.7%3FPG & 70.4% FT. The Player of the week selection is based on the player game's ranking through the use an efficiency stats calculation. |
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| TBL Round 28: Samsunspor is defeated by Sigortam.net - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game in the last round took place in Balikesir between second ranked Samsunspor (22-6) and eighth ranked Sigortam.net (14-14) on Friday night. Samsunspor was defeated by Sigortam.net in a tough game on the road 77-81. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Samsunspor. Worth to mention a great performance of Serbian center Vladimir Stimac (210-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Sherron Dorsey-Walker (195-1993, college: Oakland) who added 23 points during the contest. At the losing side American point guard Diante Watkins (175-1990, college: RMU) responded with 19 points and 5 assists (made all of his eight free throws). Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Sigortam.net maintains eighth position with 14-14 record. Samsunspor at the other side keeps the second place with six games lost. TBL top team - Cagdas BS (25-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat ninth ranked Haremspor (12-16) in Mugla 101-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Haremspor. The winners were led by Hakan Yapar (202-1984) who scored that evening 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Chris Warren supported him with 23 points and 5 assists. Even 20 points by American guard Donte Clark (194-1994, college: Texas Southern, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for Haremspor. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cagdas BS have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Newly promoted Cagdas BS maintains first position with 25-3 record. Haremspor at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the ninth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with OGM Orman. A very close game took place in Ankara between Mamak and Balikesir. Thirteenth ranked Mamak (11-17) got a very close home victory over higher ranked Balikesir (15-13). Mamak managed to escape with a 1-point win 79-78 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. Myles Mack fired 27 points, 5 assists and 6 steals for the winners. Mamak's coach Murat Dikmen used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Sercan Ergin produced 18 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for lost side. Mamak moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Kocaeli and Fenerbahce 2. Loser Balikesir keeps the seventh position with 13 games lost. There were no shocking results in the other games in round 28: Fenerbahce 2 lost to Bornova on the opponent's court 99-105. OGM Orman was outscored by Mersin in a home game 60-91. Final Spor rolled over Antalya on the road 114-68. Kocaeli was defeated by TED Ankara on its own court 68-83. Yalovaspor was beaten by Gemlik in Bursa 98-85. The most impressive stats of the last round was 21 points and 6 assists by Jeremy Sheppard of Gemlik.
Sigortam.net - Samsunspor 81-77 The most important game in the last round took place in Balikesir between second ranked Samsunspor (22-6) and eighth ranked Sigortam.net (14-14) on Friday night. Samsunspor was defeated by Sigortam.net in a tough game on the road 77-81. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Samsunspor. Worth to mention a great performance of Serbian center Vladimir Stimac (210-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Sherron Dorsey-Walker (195-1993, college: Oakland) who added 23 points during the contest. Four Sigortam.net players scored in double figures. At the losing side American point guard Diante Watkins (175-1990, college: RMU) responded with 19 points and 5 assists (made all of his eight free throws) and Senegalese center Abdoulaye Gueye (206-1994, college: Georgia Tech) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Sigortam.net maintains eighth position with 14-14 record. Samsunspor at the other side keeps the second place with six games lost. Top scorers: Sigortam.net: S.Dorsey-Walker 23+1ast, S.Mentese 15+2reb+2ast, V.Stimac 12+16reb+4ast, G.Yazicioglu 12+3reb+1ast, U.Gecen 7+1reb+1ast, D.Celen 4+4reb+1ast Samsunspor: D.Watkins 19+4reb+5ast, A.Gueye 11+8reb, G.Bas 10+6reb+2ast, K.Muhammet 9+5reb+3ast, E.Yasar 9+2reb, E.Aydogan 8+1reb+1ast Bornova - Fenerbahce 2 105-99 There was a minor upset in Izmir where 11th ranked Fenerbahce 2 (11-17) was defeated by fourteenth ranked Bornova (10-18) 105-99 on Saturday. Bornova shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 52.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Troy Franklin (183-1989, college: Coppin St.) fired a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 assists for the winners. Power forward Brandon Huffman (208-1998, college: JSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks. Swingman DShawn Schwartz (201-1999, college: GMU) produced 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Marreon Jackson (185, college: Arizona St.) added 25 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Bornova and four Fenerbahce 2 players scored in double figures. Fenerbahce 2's coach Ertug Tuzcukaya rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bornova maintains fourteenth position with 10-18 record. Newly promoted Fenerbahce 2 keeps the eleventh place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Kocaeli and Mamak. Top scorers: Bornova: T.Franklin 27+2reb+11ast, O.Cagatay 20+4reb, B.Huffman 20+12reb, S.Efe 14+2reb+5ast, S.Senturk 10+9reb+6ast, H.Inanc 8+4reb+1ast Fenerbahce 2: D.Schwartz 30+6reb+4ast, M.Jackson 25+5reb+2ast, A.Duran 10+9reb+2ast, E.Sancakli 10+4reb+3ast, B.Bayar 8+3reb+1ast, A.Baran 7+2reb+2ast OGM Orman - Mersin 60-91 Very predictable result in Ankara where third ranked Mersin (21-7) smashed 10th ranked OGM Orman (12-16) 91-60 on Saturday. Mersin dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to OGM Orman's 34. They outrebounded OGM Orman 46-30 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. American power forward Sean Evans (203-1988, college: St.John's, agency: Octagon Europe) fired 18 points and 7 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for the winners. The other American import point guard Darnell Edge (188-1997, college: FDU) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Five Mersin players scored in double figures. American guard Keon Clergeot (185-1996, college: SE Louisiana, agency: GoEmpire Group) produced 18 points and Cameroonian forward Benoit Mbala (200-1995) added 12 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. Mersin maintains third position with 21-7 record having four points less than leader Cagdas BS. Loser OGM Orman dropped to the ninth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Haremspor. Top scorers: Mersin: S.Evans 18+7reb+1ast, D.Edge 17+1reb+4ast, O.Kerem 13+3reb, A.Karahan 13+4reb+4ast, B.Genc 10+10reb+2ast, K.Kaspar 5+4reb+5ast OGM Orman: K.Clergeot 18+4reb, B.Mbala 12+4reb, H.Avci 6+4reb+2ast, F.Ayca 6+1reb+1ast, M.Atar 4+4reb, S.Ekmen 4+3reb+1ast Antalya - Final Spor 68-114 Not a big story in a game when 16th ranked Antalya (2-26) was rolled over at home by fifth ranked Final Spor (17-11) 114-68 on Saturday. Final Spor dominated down low during the game scoring 78 of its points in the paint compared to Antalya's 36. They outrebounded Antalya 39-20 including a 28-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Final Spor looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American forward Elijah Thomas (206-1996, college: Clemson, agency: Slash Sports) fired 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Ozan Yilmaz (190-2003) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Final Spor players scored in double figures. Final Spor's coach Berat Gok felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gokbay Gok (-2003) produced 18 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and Atahan Saylam (-1997) added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Final Spor moved-up to fourth place. Antalya lost twentieth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 26 lost games. Top scorers: Final Spor: E.Thomas 24+8reb+4ast, O.Sancakli 15+3reb+3ast, Y.Ozan 12+6reb+5ast, T.Alp Altunbey 12+5reb, K.Faik 11+2reb+8ast, A.Uruk 10+3reb+2ast Antalya: T.Dogancan 21+2reb+3ast, S.Atahan 20+5reb+4ast, G.Gokbay 18+6reb+7ast, T.Koray 9+5reb+4ast, Y.Samir 0+2reb, Y.Ata 0+2ast Cagdas BS - Haremspor 101-84 TBL top team - Cagdas BS (25-3) had no problems winning another game. This time they beat ninth ranked Haremspor (12-16) in Mugla 101-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Haremspor. Cagdas BS players were unselfish on offense dishing 33 assists. The winners were led by Hakan Yapar (202-1984) who scored that evening 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American point guard Chris Warren (177-1988, college: Ole Miss) supported him with 23 points and 5 assists. Even 20 points by American guard Donte Clark (194-1994, college: Texas Southern, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for Haremspor. Guard Utku Saraloglu (188-1996) added 10 points and 10 assists for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cagdas BS have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Newly promoted Cagdas BS maintains first position with 25-3 record. Haremspor at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the ninth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with OGM Orman. Top scorers: Cagdas BS: C.Warren 23+1reb+5ast, H.Yapar 18+8reb+4ast, M.Ozdogan 17+1reb+3ast, R.Solomon 16+7reb+2ast, H.Cavit 9+1reb+3ast, C.Ercan 6+2reb+3ast Haremspor: D.Clark 20+3reb+3ast, G.Rakocevic 15+6reb, A.Guney 13+5reb+3ast, U.Saraloglu 10+2reb+10ast, G.Karabiyik 9, I.Turkyilmaz 9+7reb+5ast Kocaeli - TED Ankara 68-83 Everything went according to plan in Izmit where seventh ranked TED Ankara (16-12) beat 11th ranked Kocaeli (11-17) 83-68 on Sunday. TED Ankara dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Kocaeli's 28. They outrebounded Kocaeli 38-27 including 25 on the defensive glass. TED Ankara looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American center Brandon Walters (208-1995, college: MTSU) fired a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Center Cihat Dalgali (205-2001) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Murat Erensoy (201-1991) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Desure Buie (185-1997, college: Hofstra) added 14 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. TED Ankara moved-up to sixth place. Loser Kocaeli keeps the eleventh position with 17 games lost. They share it with Mamak and Fenerbahce 2. Top scorers: TED Ankara: B.Walters 28+11reb, C.Dalgali 18+6reb+4ast, K.Sariaslan 10+7reb+7ast, A.Kaya 9+2reb+2ast, S.Gibson 7+4reb+2ast, O.Kucuk 5+1reb+2ast Kocaeli: M.Erensoy 20+10reb, D.Buie 14+4reb+7ast, E.Beyaz 11+2reb, I.Yildirim 6+2reb+2ast, C.Amasyali 5+2reb+2ast, O.Eren 4+3reb Mamak - Balikesir 79-78 A very close game took place in Ankara between Mamak and Balikesir. Thirteenth ranked Mamak (11-17) got a very close home victory over higher ranked Balikesir (15-13). Mamak managed to escape with a 1-point win 79-78 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. Mamak forced 19 Balikesir turnovers. American point guard Myles Mack (178-1993, college: Rutgers) fired 27 points, 5 assists and 6 steals for the winners. Power forward Gokhan Akkoyunlu (202-1995) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds. Mamak's coach Murat Dikmen used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Sercan Ergin (197-1983) produced 18 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and point guard Merthan Mutlu (190-1994) added 10 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Five Balikesir players scored in double figures. Mamak moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Kocaeli and Fenerbahce 2. Loser Balikesir keeps the seventh position with 13 games lost. Top scorers: Mamak: M.Mack 27+1reb+5ast, G.Akkoyunlu 14+7reb+1ast, O.Sahin 11+3reb+5ast, Y.Bartu 8+1reb+2ast, C.Bragg Jr. 7+5reb, B.Demirci 6+2reb+4ast Balikesir: S.Ergin 18+7reb+2ast, A.Isik 16+7reb, K.Dukes 12+4reb+5ast, B.Isik 11+7reb, M.Mutlu 10+7reb+7ast, B.Buyukbayrak 9+1reb Gemlik - Yalovaspor 98-85 There was an upset in Bursa where higher ranked Yalovaspor (16-11) was defeated by fifteenth ranked Gemlik (8-19) 98-85 on Monday. Gemlik made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Brandon Tabb (193-1995, college: BCU) fired 27 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Eray Akyuz (187-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Tabb is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Gemlik players scored in double figures. Gemlik's coach Fatih Gezer allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American Ricky Ledo (201-1992, college: Providence, agency: Slash Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized Azerbaijani Orhan Haciyeva (200-1989) added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Gemlik maintains fifteenth position with 8-19 record. Newly promoted Yalovaspor dropped to the fifth place with 11 games lost. Top scorers: Gemlik: B.Tabb 27+9reb+1ast, J.Sheppard 21+2reb+6ast, T.Batin 16+10reb+3ast, D.Ege 16+12reb, E.Akyuz 15+5reb+10ast, O.Sirin 3+1reb Yalovaspor: R.Ledo 24+12reb+5ast, J.McNeace 17+2reb+4ast, O.Haciyeva 15+8reb, K.Bayram 8+2reb+8ast, E.Bayrak 7+7reb, T.Dikmen 6+5reb+1ast |
| Thomas number one in Turkish TBL for round 28 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 26-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, eight rebounds and four assists) to his team's victory, helping them to outclass Antalya (#16, 2-26) with 46-point margin 114-68. Final Spor is placed at 4th position in Turkish TBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Final Spor will need more victories to improve their 17-11 record. In the team's last game Thomas had a remarkable 91.7% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Final Spor and just after two games he already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Elijah Thomas averages just after two games 19.5ppg and 6.0rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young American D'Shawn Schwartz (201-G/F-1999) of Fenerbahce 2. Schwartz had a very good evening with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Fenerbahce 2 lost that game 99-105 to slightly lower-ranked Bornova (#14, 10-18). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Fenerbahce 2 dropped in the standings to 12th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 11-17 record. Schwartz is a newcomer at Fenerbahce 2, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was American center Brandon Walters (208-C-1995) of TED Ankara (#5). Walters scored 28 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of TED Ankara, leading his team to a 83-68 easy win against the lower-ranked Kocaeli (#13, 11-17). TED Ankara needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 16 victories and 12 lost games. Walters has a great season in Turkey. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.4ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 10.0rpg (2nd best). He also has 1.3bpg and FGP: 65.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Troy Franklin (183-G-1989) of Bornova - 27 points, 2 rebounds and 11 assists 5. Brandon Huffman (208-F/C-1998) of Bornova - 20 points and 12 rebounds 6. Jeremy Sheppard (185-G-1997) of Gemlik - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Myles Mack (178-PG-1993) of Mamak - 27 points and 5 assists 8. Chris Warren (177-PG-1988) of Cagdas BS - 23 points and 5 assists 9. Brandon Tabb (193-G-1995) of Gemlik - 27 points and 9 rebounds 10. Cihat Dalgali (205-C-2001) of TED Ankara - 18 points, 6 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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| Emmanuel number one in Uganda NBL for round 10 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Forward Okumu Emmanuel (F-1997) had a very impressive game in the last round for Kampala R., receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 10. The 25-year old player had a double-double of 17 points and 14 rebounds, while his team beat Rezlife S. (#12, 2-7) 71-57. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Kampala R. maintains the 11th position in Ugandan NBL. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 6 games and recorded just two victories. Emmanuel just recently signed at Kampala R., being already a very valuable addition to the team. Okumu Emmanuel averages this season 10.3ppg and 6.1rpg. The second best player in last round's games was young Peter Sifuma (C-1996) of UCU Canons. Sifuma had a very good evening with a double-double of 12 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led UCU Canons to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Rezlife S. (#12, 2-7) 87-35. UCU Canons' 3rd position in the standings has not changed. His team's 6-3 record is not bad at all. Sifuma is one of the most experienced players at UCU Canons and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was forward Samad Imran (F-1993) of Power (#9). Imran scored 12 points and grabbed fourteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Power, leading his team to a 74-52 easy win against slightly higher-ranked JKL Dolphins (#7, 3-5). The chances of Power not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 6 games, recording just three victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Imran could try to bring Power's a little bit higher in the standings. Imran has individually a great season in Uganda. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 10.0rpg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Kenneth Mesho) of Our Saviour - 13 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Peter Cheng) of Blazers - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Stephen Otoa) of Power - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Joshua Maiba) of Rezlife S. - 9 points and 12 rebounds 8. Micheal Makiadi (C-1989) of Blazers - 13 points and 14 rebounds 9. Stanley Mugerwa (198-F-1995) of KIU Titans - 9 points and 10 rebounds 10. Trezor Tambwe) of Rezlife S. - 17 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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| BBL Round 2 of Semi-Finals. London Lions and Leicester Riders advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Leicester R. - Bristol Flyers 75-79 Naturalized American Malcom Delpeche (204-1995, college: Bates) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 8 rebounds. American guard Michael Miller (193-1997, college: N.Texas) contributed with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Delpeche is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American forward Marc Loving (203-1994, college: Ohio St.) replied with 18 points and 5 assists and his fellow American import point guard Carrington Love (185-1994, college: Green Bay) added 12 points and 7 assists in the effort for Leicester Riders. Top scorers: Leicester R.: M.Loving 18+4reb+5ast, Z.Jackson 12+7reb+1ast, C.Love 12+2reb+7ast, P.Whelan 9+6reb+1ast, D.Nelson-Henry 8+7reb+1ast, K.Mackenzie 8+2reb+1ast Bristol Flyers: M.Delpeche 23+8reb, T.Olison 19+1reb, M.Miller 15+7reb+5ast, T.Bell III 9+10reb+4ast, L.Smith 8+5reb, V.King 3+6reb Cheshire P. - London L. 81-102 Lions made 22-of-27 charity shots (81.5 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. Canadian Aaron Best (193-1992, college: TMU) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and international center Josh Sharma (213-1995, college: Stanford) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Five Lions players scored in double figures. Lions' coach Ryan Schmitt felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Maceo Jack (196-1993, college: Buffalo) responded with 34 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import guard Larry Austin Jr (188-1996, college: CMU) scored 7 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Top scorers: Cheshire P.: M.Jack 34+6reb+4ast, A.Archibald 14+3reb+4ast, D.Ulph 9+8reb, J.Anderson 9+1reb, L.Austin Jr. 7+7reb+7ast, J.Hudson 4+2reb+4ast London L.: J.Sharma 16+6reb, A.Best 16+7reb+1ast, J.Taylor 14+2reb+5ast, J.Ward-Hibbert 14+4reb+1ast, O.Oni 13+1reb+2ast, L.Nelson 11+2reb+5ast |
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| SPB 2023 - Heroes sign Sebastian Mignani - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Mignani has played previously professionally in Iceland (Thor Thorl) and Argentina (Ferro, Canadense, San Martin Marcos Juarez, Dep Viedma and Hispano Americano de Rio Gallegos). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Colombian LPB Clausura in 2022. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian TNA Honorable Mention back in 2015. |
| SPB 2023 - Broncos sign Henry Sims, ex Mobis Phoebus - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Sims has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He has been regularly called to USA Senior National Team since 2022. Sims is quite experienced player. He has played in six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Sims has played previously professionally also in China (Loongs), Philippines, NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns), Italy (Reggio Emilia, Fortitudo Flat Service Bologna and Vanoli Cremona) and NBA G League (SLC Stars, College Park SkyHawks and Grand Rapids Gold) and South Korea (KoGas). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Italian Serie A2 East Regular Season in 2019. He was voted to Eurobasket.com Italian Serie A2 All-Imports Team back in 2019. Sims graduated from Georgetown University in 2012 and it is his eleventh (!!!) season as a professional player. |
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| Round 2 of Finals. Unics edge Lokomotiv to draw things even - by Eurobasket News |
FINALUNICS - Lokomotiv 79-76UNICS forced 22 Lokomotiv turnovers. 27 personal fouls committed by Lokomotiv helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was French Louis Labeyrie (208-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). American center Jalen Reynolds (208-1992, college: Xavier) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. Four UNICS players scored in double figures. Trinidad and Tobago-American swingman Devaughn Akoon-Purcell (196-1993, college: Illinois St.) produced 17 points and American Chris Horton (202-1994, college: Austin Peay, agency: Octagon Europe) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Lokomotiv's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: UNICS: J.Reynolds 19+5reb, M.Knight 17+1reb+2ast, L.Labeyrie 15+10reb, N.Dimitrijevic 15+2reb+2ast, V.Hunter 8+5reb+3ast, D.Macon 4+3reb+4ast Lokomotiv: D.Akoon-Purcell 17+4reb+2ast, C.Horton 14+7reb+2ast, O.White 10+8reb+1ast, D.Uzinskiy 9+2reb, A.Shcherbenev 8+1reb+2ast, J.Barford 8+2reb+2ast 3-4 PlaceCSKA - Zenit 85-61Zenit was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. American point guard Casper Ware (178-1990, college: LBSU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points and 4 assists. Serbian Dejan Davidovac (202-1995) contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four CSKA players scored in double figures. American guard Trent Frazier (188-1998, college: Illinois) replied with 14 points and 4 assists and Andrey Zubkov (206-1991) added 17 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) in the effort for Zenit. 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: CSKA: C.Ware 19+4reb+4ast, D.Davidovac 14+5reb+1ast, D.Cacok 12+5reb+1ast, D.Moore 11+1reb+1ast, N.Milutinov 10+7reb+2ast, A.Astapkovich 8+3reb+5ast Zenit: A.Zubkov 17, T.Frazier 14+2reb+4ast, T.Heurtel 10+1reb+6ast, C.Homesley 7+5reb, R.Hamm Jr. 4+3reb, A.Klimenko 4+2reb+1ast |
| Jada Rice inks at Norwood Flames at the beginning of her pro career - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
She started her college career at North Carolina State University (NCAA) where she played three seasons. Then she moved to The University of Alabama (NCAA). Her high school career she had spent at Collins Hill in Suwanee, GA. Of course it will be Rice's first season as a professional player. |
| Venom inks Asia Strong - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
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The round was exceptionally exciting as three games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Wanneroo (8-1) in Hamilton Hill on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by leader Cougars (5-0) 84-79. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Wanneroo. It was a great evening for guard Stephanie Gorman (183, college: San Diego) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) helped adding 20 points and 12 rebounds. Cougars' coach Tyrone Thwaites used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Teige Morrell responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Undefeated Cougars have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Wanneroo at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with BA CoE. Cougars are looking forward to face Slammers (#13) in Bunbury in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wanneroo will play against Goldfields G. (#10) and is hoping to win this game. Very significant was Flames' (#5) 72-59 road victory against 4th placed Eagles. It was an exceptional evening for Jorjah Smith (173-1994) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 5 assists. Sophie Kerridge accounted for 12 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Rachael Hines came up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for Eagles in the defeat. Flames (5-3) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Eagles at the other side keep the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Flames will play against Bearcats (#7) in Woodville in the next round. Eagles will play on the road against Rockets in Adelaide and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Knox Raiders (6-2) against ninth ranked Sabres (5-4) on Sunday night. Host Knox Raiders were defeated by Sabres in Wantirna South 82-66. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Knox Raiders. The best player for the winners was Georgia Pineau who scored 23 points and 6 rebounds. Sabres' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Alicia Froling produced a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds for the hosts. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sabres. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Bankstown B. and Maitland M. Loser Knox Raiders dropped to the second position with two games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Sabres will meet at home Thunder (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Knox Raiders will play against Tigers (#15) in Melbourne and hope to secure a win. There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 11: winless Sunbury J. lost to Bulleen B. on the opponent's court 86-92. Bulleen B. managed to outperform McKinnon C. in a home game 63-54. Pakenham W. managed to beat Hume City B. on the road 74-67. Camberwell was crushed by Sherbrooke S. on its own court 71-93. Wyndham D. smashed Pakenham W. in Werribee 88-45. N.Adelaide R. destroyed Eastern M. at home 100-77. Southern T. managed to outperform S.Adelaide P. on the opponent's court 79-62. Sturt S. rolled over Woodville W. in a home game 86-57. Winless C.Districts L. was defeated by W.Adelaide B. on the road 69-62. Bankstown B. was smashed by Sutherland S. on its own court 67-92. Albury LB was destroyed by Manly Warr. SE in Narrabeen 86-61. Norths B. outscored Canberra N. at home 80-50. BA CoE managed to beat Maitland M. on the opponent's court 70-56. Hills H. defeated Illawarra H. in a home game 69-63. Winless Hornsby S. was smashed by Penrith P. on the road 85-65. Sydney C. destroyed Cent.Coast C. on its own court 91-60. Inner WB was outscored by Newcastle F. in a road game 85-48. Winless Hornsby S. was rolled over Albury LB at home 38-97. BA CoE defeated Cent.Coast C. on the opponent's court 76-64. Townsville F. beat SD Spartans in a home game 85-77. Gold Coast R. destroyed Mackay M. on the road 110-75. Ipswich F. unfortunately lost to NGC Seahawks on its own court 92-94. Winless RedCity R. lost to undefeated Northside W. in Taigum 49-84. Rockhampton C. defeated Gold Coast R. at home 78-64. Logan T. smashed USC Rip on the opponent's court 91-57. Cairns D. lost to SD Spartans in a home game 75-90. Brisbane C. lost to undefeated Darwin S. on the road 84-92. SW Metro P. rolled over Ipswich F. on its own court 97-77. Mt Gambier was defeated by Geelong LS in a road game 85-74. Casey C. smashed Launceston T. at home 84-60. Eltham W. lost to Nunawading S. on the opponent's court 71-74. Dandenong R. unfortunately lost to Sandringham S. in a home game 77-87. Ballarat R. recorded a loss to Diamond VE on the road 70-74. Keilor T. defeated Kilsyth LC on its own court 74-60. Ringwood H. was smashed by Knox R. in Wantirna South 93-47. Bendigo LB destroyed Hobart C. at home 110-76. Geelong LS managed to outperform Diamond VE on the opponent's court 73-67. Ringwood H. managed to beat Casey C. in a home game 80-73. Dandenong R. was crushed by Eltham W. on the road 81-61. Frankston B. beat Ballarat R. on its own court 82-75. Mt Gambier lost to Melbourne T. in a road game 65-67. Nunawading S. unfortunately lost to Hobart C. at home 74-87. Launceston T. lost to undefeated Waverley F. on the opponent's court 63-98. East Perth E. was defeated by Perry Lakes H. in a home game 55-66. Willetton T. was beaten by Joondalup W. on the road 83-73. Rockingham F. destroyed Mandurah M. on its own court 87-65. Winless SW Slammers was outscored by Warwick S. in Perth 113-67. Willetton T. rolled over East Perth E. at home 100-60. Perth R. was defeated by Goldfields G. on the opponent's court 69-59. Lakeside L. smashed Kalamunda ES in a home game 105-74. Warwick S. destroyed Kalamunda ES on the road 82-56. The most impressive stats of the last round was 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists by Amanda Paschal of Wyndham D..
Group Big VBulleen B. - Sunbury J. 92-86Very expected game in Bulleen where bottom-ranked Jets (0-8) were defeated by second ranked Boomers (7-1) 92-86 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Boomers forced 19 Jets turnovers and outrebounded them 42-27 including 20 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Maxine Allan chipped in 23 points and 4 assists. Boomers' coach Mason Rogers allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Swedish guard Ida Andersson (173-1996, college: Barry) produced 21 points, 6 assists and 5 steals and Chloe Hildebrand added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists respectively for the guests. Five Jets players scored in double figures. Boomers maintains second place with 7-1 record behind leader Wyndham D., which they share with Newcastle F. Jets lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Eastern M. and C.Districts L.. Boomers will meet at home Camberwell (#5) in the next round. Jets will play against Warriors and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Sunbury J.: I.Andersson 21+4reb+6ast, D.Gkizani 17+5reb+2ast, D.Saunders 17+1reb, C.Emily 12+9reb+2ast, H.Chloe 11+5reb+10ast, B.Babic 6+3reb+1ast Bulleen B.: M.Allan 23+3reb+4ast, O.Bontempelli 22+10reb+5ast, M.Emily 10+2reb+3ast, A.Baum 8+2reb, A.Deerbon 7+6reb+3ast, H.Rebecca 6+9reb+1ast Bulleen B. - McKinnon C. 63-54 Rather predictable result in Bulleen where second ranked Boomers (7-1) defeated 4th placed Cougars (4-4) 63-54 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Maxine Allan who scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) chipped in 10 points and 6 assists. American forward Briana Gray (178, college: Weber St.) produced 16 points and 7 rebounds and guard Emily Suckling (168, college: California, PA) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Boomers maintains second place with 7-1 record behind leader Wyndham D., which they share with Newcastle F. Loser Cougars keep the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Boomers will meet at home Camberwell (#5) in the next round. Cougars will play against Hume City Broncos in Tullamarine and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: McKinnon C.: B.Gray 16+7reb+1ast, E.Suckling 15+1reb+1ast, B.Kate 7+6reb+1ast, H.Cassie 6+8reb, L.Eloise 3+1reb, B.Lily 3 Bulleen B.: M.Allan 14+5reb+3ast, K.Danijela 10+3reb, O.Bontempelli 10+4reb+6ast, H.Rebecca 9+6reb, M.Emily 8+3reb+3ast, K.Romas 7+6reb+2ast Hume City B. - Pakenham W. 67-74 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Hume City Broncos' (1-7) home loss to sixth ranked Warriors (3-6) 67-74 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Canadian guard Haille Nickerson (170, college: Memorial) who scored 29 points and 8 rebounds. Jacinta Maxwell chipped in 7 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Kayonna Lee (185, college: Central Mo.) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and Tashia Overby added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Warriors maintains sixth place with 3-6 record, which they share with Canberra N. and Lakeside L. Hume City Broncos lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Casey C.. Warriors will meet at home Jets (#8) in the next round. Hume City Broncos will play against Cougars and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hume City B.: O.Tashia 20+6reb, K.Lee 17+13reb+1ast, H.Tegan 13+3reb, T.Chrisoula 9+9reb+3ast, E.Wright 5+3reb, P.Tawaf 3+1reb Pakenham W.: H.Nickerson 29+8reb+3ast, S.Romanowski 13+2reb+2ast, M.Prior 10+5reb, S.Ebony 9+6reb+2ast, M.Jacinta 7+9reb+2ast, L.Hayley 4+4reb Camberwell - Sherbrooke S. 71-93 Everything went according to plan in Melbourne where third ranked Suns (6-2) outscored 5th ranked Camberwell (3-5) 93-71 on Saturday. Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by Camberwell's players. The best player for the winners was New Zealand forward Alicia Carline (190-1993, college: Portland St.) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Tenaya Sooalo chipped in 17 points and 8 assists. Five Suns players scored in double figures. Suns' coach Chad Burton felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Victoria Sumskas produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds and Andrea Belmonte added 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Suns. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Camberwell lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Suns will meet at home league's leader Devils in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Camberwell will play against the league's second-placed Boomers (#2) in Bulleen and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Camberwell: L.Samantha 14+3reb, F.Gemma 11+3reb+4ast, S.Victoria 10+12reb+1ast, B.Andrea 9+7reb+5ast, F.Eilish 9+4reb, H.Marnie 8+7reb+2ast Sherbrooke S.: P.Poole 22+2reb+2ast, S.Tenaya 17+4reb+8ast, A.Carline 17+11reb+3ast, G.Moxey 12+4reb+2ast, P.Stephanie 10+5reb+3ast, R.Mawdsley 6+4reb+1ast Pakenham W. - Wyndham D. 45-88 There was no surprise when 6th ranked Warriors (3-6) were outplayed at home by leader Devils (9-0) 88-45 on Sunday. Devils held Warriors to an opponent 20.9 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.9 percent accuracy of the winners and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Devils forced 25 Warriors turnovers and outrebounded them 55-29 including a 25-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American guard Amanda Paschal (170-1996, college: Kentucky) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Canadian forward Sarah Bennett (180, college: Toronto) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds. Paschal is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Melissa Prior produced 5 points and 8 rebounds and Canadian guard Haille Nickerson (170, college: Memorial) added 10 points (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) respectively for the hosts. Warriors' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Devils. They maintain first place with 9-0 record. Loser Warriors keep the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Canberra N. and Lakeside L.. Devils will meet Suns (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Warriors will play against Jets and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Pakenham W.: H.Nickerson 10+2reb+1ast, S.Romanowski 8+1reb+2ast, S.Ebony 7+4reb, M.Prior 5+8reb, M.Jacinta 5+5reb, G.Rhiannon 4+4reb Wyndham D.: A.Paschal 25+12reb+4ast, A.Dyani 15+5reb+1ast, S.Bennett 14+14reb+1ast, C.Aleks 9+6reb+2ast, D.Mackenzie 8+3reb+2ast, J.Pearce 7+8reb+3ast Group NBL1 CentralForestville E. - Norwood F. 59-72Very significant was Flames' (#5) 72-59 road victory against 4th placed Eagles. Flames forced 24 Eagles turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for Jorjah Smith (173-1994) who led the winners and scored 25 points and 5 assists. Sophie Kerridge accounted for 12 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals for the winning side. Rachael Hines came up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and Madison Freer added 10 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Eagles in the defeat. Flames (5-3) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Eagles at the other side keep the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Flames will play against Bearcats (#7) in Woodville in the next round. Eagles will play on the road against Rockets in Adelaide and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Forestville E.: R.Hines 17+14reb+4ast, C.Annetts 12+7reb+1ast, F.Madison 10+9reb+3ast, A.Brett 8+5reb+3ast, S.Jessica 5+1reb+2ast, M.Alannah 4+3reb+1ast Norwood F.: J.Smith 25+4reb+5ast, P.Mia 12+1reb+1ast, K.Sophie 12+9reb+7ast, A.Akuen 7+6reb+2ast, S.Thompson 7+4reb+3ast, W.Jemima 3+6reb N.Adelaide R. - Eastern M. 100-77 No shocking result in a game in Adelaide where sixth ranked Rockets (4-4) outleveled bottom-ranked Mavericks (0-8) 100-77 on Saturday. Rockets forced 23 Mavericks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Mavericks' players. The best player for the winners was guard Brooke Basham (178-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Center Tayla Corrigan (190-1993, college: Idaho) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Rockets players scored in double figures. American swingman Peyton Taylor (175, college: Central Mo.) produced 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Ugandan guard Jannon Otto (183-1997, college: UC Riverside) added 19 points and 8 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. Rockets moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Mavericks lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with C.Districts L. and Sunbury J.. Rockets will meet at home Eagles (#5) in the next round. Mavericks will play against the league's second-placed Tigers in Morphett Vale and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Eastern M.: P.Taylor 20+8reb+4ast, J.Otto 19+8reb+3ast, B.Olivia 17+6reb, G.Allie 5+3reb+2ast, F.Stephanie 4+2reb+1ast, B.Alyssa 3+1reb N.Adelaide R.: B.Basham 26+6reb+10ast, E.Meyer 19+6reb+2ast, F.Jordyn 16+5reb+4ast, T.Corrigan 14+6reb+7ast, L.Badenoch 11+4reb+1ast, B.Dittmar 6+2reb+1ast S.Adelaide P. - Southern T. 62-79 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Adelaide where second-ranked Panthers (6-2) were defeated by third ranked Tigers (6-2) 79-62 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Mariah Martin (168, college: CMU) who scored 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Her fellow American import forward Brittany Hernandez (185-1993, college: UCCS) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Five Tigers players scored in double figures. Forward Ashleigh Spencer (181-1992) produced 18 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) added 8 points and 14 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Tigers. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams including defeated Panthers. Tigers will meet at home Mavericks (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Panthers will play against the league's leader Sabres (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: S.Adelaide P.: A.Spencer 18+6reb+1ast, H.Stewart 13+2reb, S.Defrancesco 11+4reb+2ast, H.Forbes 8+14reb+1ast, J.Johnson 7+2reb+2ast, M.Bianca 3+3reb+1ast Southern T.: M.Martin 16+8reb+4ast, B.Hernandez 14+10reb+3ast, M.McKendrick 13+9reb+4ast, S.Bianca 11+2reb+3ast, H.Margot 10+4reb+1ast, M.Yaeger 10+8reb+4ast Sturt S. - Woodville W. 86-57 Very predictable result in Pasadena where leader Sabres (8-0) smashed 8th ranked Warriors (3-5) 86-57 on Saturday. Sabres forced 21 Warriors turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Warriors' players. The best player for the winners was Zoe Walker-Roberts who scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. Canadian forward Mikayla Williams (183, college: USF) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. Emily Winter produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and Canadian forward Nicole Fransson (188) added 11 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. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Sabres. They maintain first place with 8-0 record, which they share with Bendigo LB. Loser Warriors dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Sabres will meet Panthers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Warriors will play against Lions in Gawler and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Woodville W.: W.Emily 12+11reb+2ast, F.Nicole 11+9reb+3ast, A.Chelsea 7+6reb, K.Perkas 6+4reb+1ast, W.Georgia 6+1reb+1ast, A.Naomi 5+4reb+7ast Sturt S.: M.Williams 16+5reb+3ast, Z.Walker-Roberts 15+8reb+1ast, M.Prosser 13+3reb+1ast, B.Tayla 10+8reb+4ast, L.Hodges 9+1reb, N.Mathews 8+1reb+6ast W.Adelaide B. - C.Districts L. 69-62 Not a big story in a game in Woodville where bottom-ranked Lions (0-8) were defeated by seventh ranked Bearcats (4-4) 69-62 on Saturday. Bearcats outrebounded Lions 53-36 including a 40-29 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Jasmin Fejo (177-2000) who scored 24 points and 8 assists. Paraguayan power forward Andrea Aquino (206, college: Oregon St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 17 rebounds. American guard Jaedyn De La Cerda (175, college: N.Mexico) produced 15 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Tiahna Sears (178, college: N.Alabama) added 14 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Bearcats moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Lions lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Eastern M. and Sunbury J.. Bearcats will meet at home Flames (#4) in the next round. Lions will play against Warriors (#8) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: C.Districts L.: J.De La Cerda 15+8reb+6ast, I.Guy 14+7reb, T.Sears 14+12reb, D.Sarah 7+2reb+1ast, C.Madelyn 5+2reb+1ast, O.Meaza 4+1reb+2ast W.Adelaide B.: J.Fejo 24+4reb+8ast, A.Aquino 16+17reb, M.Coleman 12+10reb+2ast, A.Watkinson 6+2reb, G.Anderson 5+8reb+2ast, B.Abby 2+5reb+5ast Group NBL1 EastBankstown B. - Sutherland S. 67-92There was a small surprise in Condell Park where ninth ranked Sharks (6-4) outscored 6th ranked Bruins (5-4) 92-67 on Saturday. Sharks made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Sharks outrebounded Bruins 52-33 including a 42-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Olivia White who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Lauren Nicholson (183-1993, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 26 points and 6 assists. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. American guard Violet Morrow (176-1997, college: EWU, agency: Interperformances) produced 24 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) and Kiahna Davis added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sharks moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Albury LB. Loser Bruins dropped to the seventh position with four games lost. They share it with Sandringham S. and Maitland M.. Sharks will meet league's second-placed BA CoE in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bruins will play against Panthers (#13) in Penrith and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bankstown B.: V.Morrow 24+8reb+2ast, S.Jurnee-AMour 14+1reb+2ast, D.Kiahna 11+8reb+1ast, A.Lily 8+3reb+3ast, B.Wright 8+7reb+2ast, M.Campbell 2+1reb Sutherland S.: L.Nicholson 26+4reb+6ast, M.Norris 20+9reb+2ast, O.White 18+14reb+4ast, F.Aliza 14+12reb+3ast, D.Jordyn 5+3reb+3ast, P.Manuela 5+1reb Manly Warr. SE - Albury LB 86-61 There was no surprise in Narrabeen where 9th ranked Lady Bandits (6-4) were outplayed by first ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (9-1) 86-61 on Saturday. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles forced 23 Lady Bandits turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Bree Delaney (178, college: Fresno St.) who scored 25 points. Forward Felicity Henderson (180-2004) chipped in 11 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Guard Emma Mahady (179-1992, college: California, PA) produced 20 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and power forward Ashlee Hannan (193-2001, college: Texas) added 12 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. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. They maintain first place with 9-1 record. Loser Lady Bandits dropped to the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with Sutherland S.. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will meet Hills Hornets (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Lady Bandits will play against Hawks (#15) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Albury LB: E.Mahady 20+9reb+5ast, B.Theodore 13+3reb+1ast, A.Hannan 12+6reb+2ast, M.Elizabeth 7+7reb+1ast, C.Jade 3+7reb+1ast, C.Ardern 2+1ast Manly Warr. SE: B.Delaney 25+4reb+2ast, M.Zoey 17+2reb, K.Hodge 12+7reb+2ast, H.Felicity 11+8reb+6ast, A.Delaney 9+7reb+3ast, A.Henderson 7+6reb+1ast Norths B. - Canberra N. 80-50 No shocking result in a game in Crows Nest where fourth ranked North Bears (7-2) outleveled 11th ranked Nationals (3-6) 80-50 on Saturday. North Bears held Nationals to an opponent 24.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 49.3 percent accuracy of the winners. North Bears had a 32-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when North Bears made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was Austrian center Sarah Schicher (187-1990, college: Dowling) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 17 rebounds. Guard Kate Seebohm (170-1991, college: California, PA) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. North Bears' coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Lizzy Tonks (173, college: CSUN) produced 15 points and Mia Slater added 7 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the guests. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for North Bears. They maintain fourth place with 7-2 record, which they share with Sydney C. Loser Nationals dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Lakeside L. and Pakenham W.. North Bears will meet Spireds (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Nationals will play against Comets (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Canberra N.: L.Tonks 15+2reb+3ast, B.Dufelmeier 11+3reb+2ast, B.Jasmyn 8+2reb+2ast, S.Mia 7+11reb+1ast, Y.Mayen 3+2reb, K.Abbie 2+4reb+2ast Norths B.: E.Simons 15+1reb+3ast, S.Schicher 12+17reb+2ast, M.Caitlyn 11+2reb+2ast, P.Carla 11+3reb, K.Seebohm 11+5reb+7ast, J.Bygate 8+8reb Maitland M. - BA CoE 56-70 Very expected game in Maitland where 7th ranked Mustangs (5-4) were defeated by second ranked BA CoE (8-1) 70-56 on Saturday. BA CoE outrebounded Mustangs 46-28 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Center Jessica Petrie (186-2005) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. Rachel Williams produced 17 points and forward Mila Wawszkowicz (181-2004) added 17 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for BA CoE. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Joondalup W. Loser Mustangs keep the seventh place with four games lost. They share the position with Bankstown B. and Sandringham S.. BA CoE will meet at home Sharks (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Mustangs will play against Bulls and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Maitland M.: W.Mila 17+4reb, W.Rachel 17+4reb+1ast, R.Shakera 8+4reb+4ast, S.Hunter 8+9reb+3ast, W.Sophie 2, W.Daila 2+1reb BA CoE: P.Jessica 19+5reb, C.Jayda 14+6reb+3ast, J.Isla 14+10reb+3ast, B.Monique 9+2ast, H.Summah 6+10reb+4ast, H.Sienna 2+4reb+1ast Hills H. - Illawarra H. 69-63 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Baulkham Hills where fifteenth ranked Hills Hornets (2-8) defeated 14th ranked Hawks (1-8) 69-63 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hills Hornets made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was Rhiannon Yetsenga who had a double-double by scoring 10 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists. Taryn Mahoney (180, college: Miles CC) chipped in 15 points. Four Hills Hornets players scored in double figures. Center Emilia Garcia Leon (182-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds and guard Ella Dent (170-2002) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hills Hornets moved-up to fourteenth place. Hawks lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the fifteenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Ballarat R.. Hills Hornets will meet at home league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hawks will play against Lady Bandits (#7) in Albury and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Illawarra H.: H.Chelsea 18+4reb+1ast, D.Ella 15+6reb+8ast, E.Garcia Leon 15+14reb+3ast, M.Kirby 6+2reb+1ast, T.Imogen 3+2reb, E.Teagan 2 Hills H.: T.Mahoney 15+3reb+3ast, S.Britnee 12+4reb+2ast, C.Kelsey 12+6reb+1ast, Y.Rhiannon 10+21reb+4ast, P.Cassandra 6+6reb+1ast, A.Kolodziej 4+2reb Penrith P. - Hornsby S. 85-65 Not a big story in a game in Penrith where bottom-ranked Spireds (0-10) were rolled over by thirteenth ranked Panthers (3-7) 85-65 on Saturday. Panthers dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Spireds' 24. They outrebounded Spireds 53-32 including a 22-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) who had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 17 rebounds. Forward Chloe Williams (190-2005, college: Tulsa) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. The former international point guard Alicia Poto (166-1978) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and Mizuki Wakamatsu added 15 points respectively for the guests. Spireds' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Panthers moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Inner WB. Spireds lost their tenth game in a row. They still close the standings with ten games lost. Panthers will meet at home higher ranked Bruins (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Spireds will play against North Bears (#4) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Hornsby S.: W.Mizuki 15+4reb+2ast, A.Poto 14+10reb+3ast, H.Keira 10+3reb+2ast, T.Mundine 9+5reb+3ast, M.Della Franca 6+1reb, S.Cherry 4 Penrith P.: M.Jefferson 33+17reb+1ast, C.Williams 19+6reb+3ast, F.Dominika 11+6reb+3ast, K.Pozoglou 9+10reb+5ast, E.Matthews 4+2reb+4ast, P.Sienna 4+4reb+2ast Sydney C. - Cent.Coast C. 91-60 Everything went according to plan in Alexandria where fifth ranked Comets (7-2) outscored 10th ranked Crusaders (4-7) 91-60 on Saturday. Comets dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Crusaders' 22. Comets forced 22 Crusaders turnovers. The best player for the winners was naturalized Greek point guard Vanessa Panousis (170-1995, college: Virginia Tech) who scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. The former international point guard Shyla Heal (167-2001, agency: LBM Management) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Comets players scored in double figures. Guard Maddison Penn (183-1994, college: UBC) produced 13 points and 6 rebounds and guard Jasmine Forcadilla (173-1997, college: St.Mary's, CA) added 12 points 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. Comets moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Norths B. Crusaders lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the tenth position with seven games lost. Comets will meet Nationals (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Crusaders will play against Falcons and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cent.Coast C.: M.Penn 13+6reb+2ast, J.Forcadilla 12+3reb+3ast, J.Wittwer 12+4reb+2ast, B.Katie 8+5reb+1ast, Q.Kasey 6+11reb, K.Brianna 3 Sydney C.: D.Toleafoa 19+6reb, V.Panousis 17+6reb+9ast, C.Jada 15+6reb+1ast, S.Heal 14+11reb+4ast, O.Alexandria 10+7reb, H.Griffin 5+2reb+1ast Newcastle F. - Inner WB 85-48 There was no surprise in Newcastle where 12th ranked Bulls (3-7) were outplayed by fourth ranked Falcons (7-1) 85-48 on Saturday. Falcons forced 25 Bulls turnovers and outrebounded them 41-30 including 29 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Mykea Gray (163-1998, college: Miami, FL) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Five Falcons players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Leilani Mitchell (165-1985, college: Utah) produced 26 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Mikaela Dombkins (181-1986) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Bulls' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the third consecutive win for Falcons. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Bulleen B. Loser Bulls keep the twelfth position with seven games lost. They share it with Penrith P.. Falcons will meet Crusaders (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bulls will play against Mustangs in Maitland and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Inner WB: L.Mitchell 26+6reb+2ast, M.Dombkins 15+9reb+1ast, Y.Jade 2+2reb, Y.Shiho 2+2reb, O.Abby 1+3reb+2ast, M.Katina 1+3reb Newcastle F.: N.Munger 22+17reb+1ast, M.Gray 16+6reb+6ast, F.Emily 14+3reb+2ast, S.Kleeman 13+2reb+3ast, A.Curtin 10+5reb+1ast, B.Matilda 4 Hornsby S. - Albury LB 38-97 No shocking result in a game in Hornsby where ninth ranked Lady Bandits (6-4) outleveled bottom-ranked Spireds (0-10) 97-38 on Sunday. Lady Bandits held Spireds to an opponent 19.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Lady Bandits forced 22 Spireds turnovers and outrebounded them 45-24 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Spireds' players. The best player for the winners was guard Emma Mahady (179-1992, college: California, PA) who scored 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Power forward Ashlee Hannan (193-2001, college: Texas) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Four Lady Bandits players scored in double figures. Mizuki Wakamatsu produced 5 points and 10 rebounds and swingman Tylah Mundine (172-1999) added 8 points respectively for the hosts. Spireds' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Lady Bandits moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Sutherland S. Spireds lost their tenth game in a row. They still close the standings with ten games lost. Lady Bandits will meet at home Hawks (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Spireds will play against North Bears and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Hornsby S.: B.Cara 10+1reb, T.Mundine 8+4reb, M.Della Franca 6+1reb+1ast, W.Mizuki 5+10reb+2ast, H.Keira 3+1reb+2ast, D.Franca Sabrina 3+1reb+2ast Albury LB: E.Mahady 26+6reb+5ast, A.Hannan 22+8reb, M.Elizabeth 15+8reb+5ast, C.Jade 11+13reb+1ast, C.Ardern 7+1reb+7ast, B.Theodore 7+5reb+10ast Cent.Coast C. - BA CoE 64-76 Very expected game in Terrigal where 10th ranked Crusaders (4-7) were defeated by second ranked BA CoE (8-1) 76-64 on Sunday. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Crusaders' 26 and made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. BA CoE forced 21 Crusaders turnovers and outrebounded them 45-30 including a 18-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Monique Bobongie (178-2006) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Four BA CoE players scored in double figures. Guard Jasmine Forcadilla (173-1997, college: St.Mary's, CA) produced 25 points and 5 rebounds and guard Darneka Rowe (174-1993) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The victory was the third consecutive win for BA CoE. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Joondalup W. Crusaders lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the tenth place with seven games lost. BA CoE will meet at home Sharks (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Crusaders will play against Falcons (#3) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cent.Coast C.: J.Forcadilla 25+5reb+2ast, D.Rowe 19+7reb+1ast, N.Hutchins 9+6reb+1ast, J.Wittwer 3+3reb+3ast, M.Miller 3+5reb+1ast, M.Samantha 2 BA CoE: H.Sienna 18+3reb+2ast, C.Jayda 18+3reb+2ast, J.Isla 17+10reb, B.Monique 10+12reb+1ast, G.Rubi 9+3reb+1ast, H.Summah 4+10reb+2ast Group NBL1 NorthTownsville F. - SD Spartans 85-77There was a small surprise in Townsville where tenth ranked Flames (4-5) defeated their close opponent Brisbane Spartans (4-4) 85-77 on Friday. Flames made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Stephanie Reid (168-1996, college: Buffalo) who had a double-double by scoring 43 points (!!!), 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. Guard Kate Gaze (173-1990, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) produced a double-double by scoring 31 points and 13 rebounds and guard Madelyn Allen (178-1994) added 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Flames moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Dandenong R. Loser Brisbane Spartans dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Flames will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Brisbane Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena Capitals. Top scorers: SD Spartans: E.Gustavsson 31+13reb+2ast, A.Madelyn 27+8reb+4ast, K.Leger-Walker 7+1reb+5ast, J.McDowell-White 5+2reb+3ast, H.Smith 4, H.Erin 2+1reb Townsville F.: S.Reid 43+11reb+7ast, K.Gaze 14+6reb+2ast, M.Carey 10+5reb, M.Ainslie 8, B.Indiah 6+2reb+1ast, B.Shaylee 2 Mackay M. - Gold Coast R. 75-110 Not a big story in a game in Mackay where 13th ranked Meteorettes (2-5) were rolled over by sixth ranked Rollers (4-4) 110-75 on Friday. Rollers dominated down low during the game scoring 78 of its points in the paint compared to Meteorettes' 48 and made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. Rollers forced 25 Meteorettes turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rollers made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American forward Cate Reese (188, college: Arizona) who scored 37 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds, 9 assists and 7 steals. Rollers' coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) produced 21 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals and Charli Bliss added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Five Rollers and four Meteorettes players scored in double figures. Rollers moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Meteorettes dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Rollers will meet at home higher ranked Pirates (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Meteorettes will play against the league's second-placed Salties (#2) in Darwin and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Mackay M.: D.Dale 21+8reb+6ast, B.Charli 14+8reb+1ast, C.Virgo 12+2reb+2ast, V.Wyk Nikita 10+3reb, B.Denesha 9+8reb+3ast, M.Macdonald 9+2reb+1ast Gold Coast R.: C.Reese 37+7reb+3ast, A.Moorer 21+11reb+9ast, C.Drennan 13+4reb+1ast, J.Hooper 13+9reb+2ast, P.Emma 11+1reb+3ast, S.Woods 5+5ast Ipswich F. - NGC Seahawks 92-94 We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Booval where fourteenth ranked Seahawks (2-4) edged 13th ranked Force (2-5) 94-92 on Saturday. Seahawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Bionca Dunham (188, college: Louisville) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) chipped in 22 points and 9 assists. Power forward Maria Blazejewski (185-1991, college: LSSU) produced 28 points and 5 rebounds and guard Alison Gorrell (178-1993, college: FAU) added 18 points, 6 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Seahawks moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with USC Rip. Loser Force dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Seahawks will meet higher ranked Thunder (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Force will play against Rip City (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ipswich F.: M.Blazejewski 28+5reb+3ast, A.Gorrell 18+6reb+10ast, J.Howe 17+9reb+6ast, M.Essex 12+8reb+3ast, R.Georgia 11+3reb+2ast, G.George 3+7reb+2ast NGC Seahawks: A.Held 22+2reb+9ast, B.Dunham 21+10reb+3ast, E.Gandini 16+7reb+3ast, E.Riley 15+5reb+4ast, B.Kennedy-Hopoate 10+4reb+2ast, M.Watkinson 8+1ast Northside W. - RedCity R. 84-49 There was no surprise in Taigum where bottom-ranked Roar (0-7) was outplayed by leader Wizards (7-0) 84-49 on Saturday. Wizards dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Roar's 22. Wizards forced 23 Roar turnovers and outrebounded them 46-31 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) who scored 26 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Power forward Nadeen Payne (188-1993, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Four Wizards players scored in double figures. Center Caitlin Cunningham (192-1986) produced 8 points and 12 rebounds and guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) added 7 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Wizards. They maintain first place with 7-0 record, which they share with Waverley F. Roar lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. Wizards will meet Sunshine CP (#15) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Roar's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena Brisbane Spartans. Top scorers: RedCity R.: M.Skye 11+1reb, C.Cunningham 8+12reb+1ast, P.Shorna 8+4reb, R.Lilly 7+2reb+4ast, C.Jaylen 5+3reb, L.Penelope 4 Northside W.: C.Woods 26+9reb+9ast, N.Payne 16+8reb+2ast, D.Lil 12+3reb+2ast, J.Amanda 11+13reb+1ast, G.Dale 9+3reb+2ast, K.McDermott 4+3ast Rockhampton C. - Gold Coast R. 78-64 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Cyclones' (5-2) home victory over 6th ranked Rollers (4-4) 78-64 on Saturday. They outrebounded Rollers 53-36 including 17 on the offensive glass. Cyclones looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Lauren Heard (175-1999, college: TCU) chipped in a triple-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Five Cyclones players scored in double figures. Guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) produced 22 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and forward Cate Reese (188, college: Arizona) added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cyclones moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Brisbane C. Loser Rollers dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Cyclones will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rollers will play against Pirates (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gold Coast R.: A.Moorer 22+9reb+7ast, J.Hooper 12+1reb+2ast, C.Reese 11+11reb+1ast, R.Evans 9+2reb, C.Mellars 4+6reb+1ast, P.Emma 2+2reb Rockhampton C.: S.Bowman 16+16reb+6ast, E.Loader 15+9reb+2ast, L.Heard 14+10reb+12ast, L.McSpadden 13+9reb+5ast, R.Tori 11+2reb, J.Lorraway 4 USC Rip - Logan T. 57-91 Rather expected game in Sippy Downs where 11th ranked Rip City (2-4) was crushed by eighth ranked Thunder (4-3) 91-57 on Saturday. Thunder had a 41-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Rip City's players. The best player for the winners was forward Mikaela Ruef (191-1990, college: Stanford) who had a triple-double by scoring 17 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists. Mikhaela Cann chipped in 24 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Thunder players scored in double figures. American guard NDea Flye (173-1998, college: Rocky Mountain) produced 18 points and 8 rebounds and swingman Stephanie Bairstow (188-1994, college: Utah St.) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Thunder. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Rockingham F. and Geelong LS. Rip City lost their third game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with four games lost. They share it with NGC Seahawks. Thunder will meet at home Seahawks (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Rip City will play against Force in Booval and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: USC Rip: N.Flye 18+8reb+3ast, S.Bairstow 14+5reb, M.Mullings 5+5reb+1ast, C.Hughes 5+4reb+3ast, C.Smith 4+5reb+2ast, G.Brooklyn 3+4reb+1ast Logan T.: C.Mikhaela 24+6reb+7ast, M.Ruef 17+20reb+10ast, O.Isaac 16+2reb+1ast, A.Taia 11+3reb+3ast, H.Alleah 10+4reb, C.Paalvast 6+4reb+5ast Cairns D. - SD Spartans 75-90 Everything could happen in Cairns at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Brisbane Spartans and 9th ranked Dolphins had identical 3-4 record. But Dolphins were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Brisbane 90-75 on Saturday night. Brisbane Spartans forced 25 Dolphins turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Madelyn Allen (178-1994) who scored 29 points and 5 rebounds. Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. Brisbane Spartans' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. New Zealand forward Penina Davidson (190-1995, college: California) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and forward Shaneice Swain (175-2003) added 19 points and 4 steals respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Brisbane Spartans (4-4) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Dolphins lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Brisbane Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena Capitals. Top scorers: Cairns D.: S.Shaneice 19+3reb+2ast, L.Williams 17+4reb, T.Mole 15+6reb+1ast, M.Donkin 11+6reb+5ast, P.Davidson 11+12reb+3ast, B.Teyahna 2+8reb+2ast SD Spartans: A.Madelyn 29+5reb+2ast, E.Gustavsson 20+8reb+2ast, K.Leger-Walker 11+3reb+5ast, J.McDowell-White 11+3reb+6ast, H.Smith 10+3reb, H.Erin 7+1reb Darwin S. - Brisbane C. 92-84 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd placed Capitals' (5-2) road loss to leader Salties (6-0) 84-92 on Saturday. Salties looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Chelsea Brook (188-1998) who scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) chipped in 21 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Salties' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward Mia Loyd (181-1994, college: N.Dakota) produced 32 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) and New Zealand forward Anna Cameron (178, college: Nevada) added 8 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Four Capitals players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Salties. They maintain second place with 6-0 record having 2 victories less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Capitals dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Rockhampton C.. Salties will meet at home Meteorettes (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Capitals' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Brisbane Spartans. Top scorers: Brisbane C.: M.Loyd 32+6reb+8ast, C.Middap 15+2reb+3ast, S.Collins 14+3reb+3ast, L.Sarra 12+6reb+2ast, A.Cameron 8+9reb+4ast, F.Hilary 3+3reb Darwin S.: C.Brook 25+8reb+8ast, E.Bollmann 21+6reb+8ast, C.MacGregor 11+1reb, S.Johnston 10+1reb+2ast, D.Kylie 7+5reb+1ast, T.Nisbet 7+7reb SW Metro P. - Ipswich F. 97-77 Everything went according to plan in Runcorn where third ranked Pirates (6-2) outscored 13th ranked Force (2-5) 97-77 on Sunday. Pirates looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Lulu Twidale (174-2005) who scored 38 points (!!!) (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). The former international point guard Maddison Rocci (169-1998) chipped in 25 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. American power forward Maria Blazejewski (185-1991, college: LSSU) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and Georgia Ralph added 19 points respectively for the guests. Four Force players scored in double figures. Force's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Pirates moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Force dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Pirates will meet Rollers (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Force will play against Rip City and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ipswich F.: R.Georgia 19+1reb+2ast, M.Blazejewski 16+10reb+1ast, M.Essex 14+4reb, A.Gorrell 10+5reb+6ast, J.Howe 6+4reb+3ast, L.Shepherd 5+3reb+3ast SW Metro P.: T.Lulu 38+3reb+2ast, M.Rocci 25+5reb+8ast, L.Scott 17+9reb+8ast, H.Young 9+7reb+1ast, S.Georgia 4+4reb, F.Alana 2+5reb Group NBL1 SouthGeelong LS - Mt Gambier 85-74There was an upset when higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (5-3) were defeated on the road by eleventh ranked Geelong Supercats (4-3) 85-74 on Saturday. Geelong Supercats dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Mount Gambier Pioneers' 24. They outrebounded Mount Gambier Pioneers 45-30 including 16 on the offensive glass. Geelong Supercats looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Chantel Horvat (185-1998, college: UCLA) who scored 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Eve Braslis (185-2000, college: Pepperdine) chipped in 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. Guard Isabella Brancatisano (170-1995) produced 35 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and guard Sherrie Calleia (172-1999) added 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Geelong Supercats moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Rockingham F. and Logan T. Mount Gambier Pioneers lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Geelong Supercats will meet Tornadoes (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Mount Gambier Pioneers will play against the league's second-placed Falcons (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Mt Gambier: I.Brancatisano 35+8reb+3ast, S.Calleia 24+6reb+4ast, H.Reinoehl 12+7reb+4ast, O.Keryl 3+7reb, E.Edie 0+1reb, C.Ava 0 Geelong LS: E.Braslis 23+7reb+4ast, C.Horvat 22+9reb+4ast, M.Okoye 13+6reb+1ast, A.Skobel 11+4reb+3ast, S.Elsworthy 9+5reb+3ast, E.Tofaeono 7+14reb+5ast Casey C. - Launceston T. 84-60 There was a surprise result in Cranbourne where eighteenth ranked Cavaliers (1-7) outleveled higher ranked Tornadoes (3-5) 84-60 on Saturday. Cavaliers dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Tornadoes' 24. They outrebounded Tornadoes 51-19 including a 21-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Cavaliers looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Tornadoes' players. The best player for the winners was forward Esra McGoldrick (188-1999, college: NC State) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). American guard Lauren Van Kleunen (188, college: Marquette) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Cavaliers' coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Macey Crawford (178-2005) produced 17 points and 5 rebounds and guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Cavaliers left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with Hume City B. Loser Tornadoes dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Cavaliers will meet at home higher ranked Frankston Blues (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tornadoes will play against Geelong Supercats and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Launceston T.: C.Macey 17+5reb+1ast, O.West 15+3reb+3ast, R.Lupfer 12+2ast, K.Charli 7+5reb+1ast, M.Ava 5, S.Micah 2+2reb Casey C.: E.McGoldrick 25+14reb, L.Van Kleunen 19+6reb+2ast, T.Giliam 13+1reb+8ast, S.Blicavs 9+3reb+4ast, T.Simmons 6+13reb+2ast, N.Asha 4+3reb Nunawading S. - Eltham W. 74-71 Everything could happen in East Burwood at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked Spectres and 14th ranked Wildcats had identical 3-4 record. This time Spectres used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Eltham 74-71 on Saturday night. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Spectres made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Cassidy Mihalko (180-1995, college: CBU, agency: Elite Basketball Agents) who scored 22 points and 8 rebounds. Emma Pearce chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds and American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Five Spectres and four Wildcats players scored in double figures. Spectres (4-4) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Wildcats dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Spectres will meet Cavaliers (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Wildcats will play against Tigers (#15) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Eltham W.: R.Pizzey 19+15reb+2ast, H.Leidel 18+5reb+5ast, T.Wynne 13+2reb+5ast, F.Louise 13+8reb+1ast, A.Lilly 5+2ast, C.Armato 3+2ast Nunawading S.: C.Mihalko 22+8reb+2ast, E.Pearce 19+6reb+1ast, D.Brookshire 12+9reb+3ast, R.Brewster 11+5reb+2ast, R.Antoniadou 10+8reb+4ast, W.Tayha 0+3reb Dandenong R. - Sandringham S. 77-87 Everything could happen in Dandenong at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Sabres and 10th ranked Rangers had identical 4-4 record. But Rangers were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Cheltenham 87-77 on Saturday night. The best player for the winners was naturalized Turkish guard Funda Nakkasoglu (173-1995, college: Florida) who scored 21 points. Forward Klara Wischer (185-1991, college: San Diego) chipped in 19 points. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. Center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) produced 29 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks and American guard Amber Smith (180-1998, college: Missouri) added 19 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sabres. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Bankstown B. and Maitland M. Loser Rangers dropped to the ninth position with five games lost. They share it with Townsville F.. Sabres will meet at home Thunder (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rangers will play against the league's second-placed Falcons (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Dandenong R.: P.Nyadiew 29+8reb+1ast, A.Smith 19+1reb+3ast, S.Boothe 9+6reb+2ast, E.Morgan 8+3reb, B.Whatman 6+3reb+3ast, G.Holly 4+4reb+3ast Sandringham S.: F.Nakkasoglu 21+4reb+1ast, K.Wischer 19+4reb+3ast, I.Morgan 15+3reb+1ast, G.Pineau 10+10reb+2ast, E.Simpson 8+5reb+11ast, B.Smart 7+1reb+1ast Diamond VE - Ballarat R. 74-70 Not a big story in a game in Greensborough where 19th ranked Ballarat Rush (1-8) was defeated by eighth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-4) 74-70 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Diamond Valley Eagles made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was power forward Sophie Burrows (184-2004) who scored 21 points and 8 rebounds. American power forward Jennie Rintala (188-1990, college: S.Dakota St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Four Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. American guard Tayanna Jones (185-2000, college: Colorado) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 15 rebounds and the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) added 20 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Diamond Valley Eagles moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Ballarat Rush lost their eighth game in a row. They dropped to the fifteenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Illawarra H.. Diamond Valley Eagles will meet Lady Cobras (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ballarat Rush will play against Knox Raiders and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Ballarat R.: T.Jones 26+15reb+3ast, A.Wehrung 20+7reb+3ast, A.Jemma 11+3reb+2ast, M.Mathews 7+5reb+1ast, E.Karamovic 4+1reb+4ast, S.Milly 2+5reb+2ast Diamond VE: B.Sophie 21+8reb+2ast, J.Rintala 16+11reb+3ast, M.Andriuolo 16+10reb+1ast, K.Tessari 14+2reb+6ast, S.Byrnes 5+2reb+3ast, A.Day 2+2reb Keilor T. - Kilsyth LC 74-60 There was a small surprise in Melbourne where seventeenth ranked Thunder (2-5) beat 15th ranked Lady Cobras (2-6) 74-60 on Saturday. Thunder outrebounded Lady Cobras 37-26 including 26 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was guard Lana Hollingsworth (178, college: Santa Clara) who scored 25 points and 6 assists. Japanese center Kadysha Umezawa (190-1998) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. Guard Isis Lopes (180, college: UTEP) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Georgia Booth (174-2003) added 18 points respectively for the guests. Lady Cobras' coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Thunder moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Lady Cobras lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with East Perth E.. Thunder will meet higher ranked Sabres (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lady Cobras will play against Diamond Valley Eagles (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kilsyth LC: I.Lopes 21+6reb+2ast, B.Georgia 18+3reb, Y.Nikita 8+1reb+1ast, A.Hart 6+10reb+3ast, H.Sarah 5+1reb+1ast, M.Georgia 2+3reb Keilor T.: L.Hollingsworth 25+2reb+6ast, K.Umezawa 13+8reb, L.Meg 12+2reb, S.Jaz 10+1reb+3ast, E.Kristjansdottir 9+7reb+1ast, G.Graham 3+5reb+3ast Knox R. - Ringwood H. 93-47 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 4th placed Hawks' (6-2) road loss to third ranked Knox Raiders (6-2) 47-93 on Saturday. Knox Raiders outrebounded Hawks 49-21 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 55.2 percentage. Knox Raiders looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Hawks' players. The best player for the winners was forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) who scored 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Danish power forward Emilie Hesseldal (185-1990, college: Colorado St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Knox Raiders players scored in double figures. Guard Ariel Jones (170) produced 16 points and point guard Shelby Britten (163-1997) added 6 points and 5 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Knox Raiders. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams including defeated Hawks. Knox Raiders will meet Tigers (#15) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hawks will play against Frankston Blues (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ringwood H.: J.Ariel 16+4reb+3ast, H.Wynd 10+1reb, Z.Jenkins 6+2reb, S.Britten 6+1reb+5ast, D.Piper 4+3reb, K.Spillane 3+1reb Knox R.: L.Santomaggio 19+3reb+2ast, A.Froling 18+6reb+6ast, K.Rowe 14+7reb+2ast, E.Hesseldal 12+12reb+5ast, B.Paige 10+4reb, B.Aneta 10+3reb+5ast Bendigo LB - Hobart C. 110-76 No shocking result in a game in Bendigo where leader Lady Braves (8-0) outleveled 13th ranked Chargers (3-5) 110-76 on Saturday. Lady Braves made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game, while Chargers only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Chargers 45-23 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lady Braves looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Chargers' players. The best player for the winners was Meg Mccarthy who scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!). The former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 7 rebounds and 19 assists. Five Lady Braves players scored in double figures. Lady Braves' coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) produced 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import forward Kayla Steindl (190-1989, college: Gonzaga) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Lady Braves. They maintain first place with 8-0 record, which they share with Sturt S. Loser Chargers dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Lady Braves will meet at home Rangers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chargers will play against Geelong Supercats (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Hobart C.: S.O'Neill 25, P.Bradley 20+5reb+5ast, K.Steindl 15+6reb+5ast, B.Zoe 6+2reb+1ast, B.Chloe 4+1reb+1ast, L.Mills 4+1reb+1ast Bendigo LB: C.McLean 25+3reb+1ast, M.Meg 25+9reb+5ast, R.Caitlin 12+8reb, B.Poppy 11+1reb, K.Wilson 11+7reb+19ast, M.Sexton 11+5reb+1ast Diamond VE - Geelong LS 67-73 There was a minor upset in Greensborough where 8th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-4) were defeated by eleventh ranked Geelong Supercats (4-3) 73-67 on Sunday. Geelong Supercats dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Diamond Valley Eagles' 32. Geelong Supercats forced 19 Diamond Valley Eagles turnovers. The best player for the winners was center Ella Tofaeono (190, college: Texas Tech) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Chantel Horvat (185-1998, college: UCLA) chipped in 18 points and 8 rebounds. Power forward Sophie Burrows (184-2004) produced 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and American power forward Jennie Rintala (188-1990, college: S.Dakota St.) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Geelong Supercats moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Rockingham F. and Logan T. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Geelong Supercats will meet Tornadoes (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Lady Cobras (#17) in Kilsyth and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Diamond VE: B.Sophie 16+9reb+4ast, A.Day 14+5reb+1ast, J.Rintala 14+5reb+1ast, K.Tessari 12+2reb+2ast, M.Andriuolo 6+9reb, V.Ivana 3+6reb+3ast Geelong LS: E.Braslis 20+3reb, C.Horvat 18+8reb+3ast, E.Tofaeono 18+13reb+1ast, S.Elsworthy 10+7reb+2ast, A.Skobel 4+3reb+2ast, J.Scannell 3+2ast Knox R. - Sandringham S. 66-82 Very important is a home loss of third ranked Knox Raiders (6-2) against ninth ranked Sabres (5-4) on Sunday night. Host Knox Raiders were defeated by Sabres in Wantirna South 82-66. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Knox Raiders. It was a great shooting night for Sabres especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. The best player for the winners was forward Georgia Pineau (185-1997, college: Boston Coll.) who scored 23 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Klara Wischer (185-1991, college: San Diego) chipped in 9 points and 11 rebounds. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. Sabres' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) produced a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds and power forward Kiera Rowe (183-1999) added 2 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. The victory was the third consecutive win for Sabres. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Bankstown B. and Maitland M. Loser Knox Raiders dropped to the second position with two games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Sabres will meet at home Thunder (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Knox Raiders will play against Tigers (#15) in Melbourne and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Knox R.: A.Froling 31+10reb+1ast, B.Aneta 11+2reb+2ast, L.Santomaggio 10+2reb+1ast, B.Paige 7+2reb+1ast, R.Quirk 3+4reb+1ast, E.Hesseldal 2+9reb+3ast Sandringham S.: G.Pineau 23+6reb+3ast, F.Nakkasoglu 14+4reb+2ast, I.Morgan 12+6reb+1ast, B.Smart 11+1reb+3ast, K.Wischer 9+11reb+2ast, E.Simpson 7+7ast Ringwood H. - Casey C. 80-73 Very predictable result in Heathmont where fourth ranked Hawks (6-2) defeated 18th ranked Cavaliers (1-7) 80-73 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was Ariel Jones who scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Point guard Shelby Britten (163-1997) chipped in 21 points and 6 assists. American guard Lauren Van Kleunen (188, college: Marquette) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and forward Esra McGoldrick (188-1999, college: NC State) added 10 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Four Cavaliers players scored in double figures. Hawks moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Cavaliers dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Hume City B.. Hawks will meet at home Frankston Blues (#6) in the next round. Cavaliers will play against Frankston Blues and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Casey C.: L.Van Kleunen 23+13reb+2ast, R.Bell 21+4reb+2ast, T.Giliam 11+3reb+2ast, E.McGoldrick 10+16reb+4ast, S.Blicavs 6+3reb+4ast, T.Simmons 2+1reb+2ast Ringwood H.: J.Ariel 26+7reb+6ast, S.Britten 21+4reb+6ast, F.Toni 15+4reb+5ast, H.Wynd 8+3reb, D.Piper 8+9reb, J.Trotto 2+7reb+2ast Eltham W. - Dandenong R. 81-61 There was an upset in Eltham where higher ranked Rangers (4-5) were rolled over by fourteenth ranked Wildcats (3-5) 81-61 on Sunday. Wildcats forced 24 Rangers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Rangers' players. The best player for the winners was American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) who scored 31 points and 6 assists. Louise Forsyth chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Luisa Fakalata (175-2003) produced 13 points and 6 rebounds and center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) added 11 points respectively for the guests. Rangers' coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Wildcats moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Rangers dropped to the ninth position with five games lost. They share it with Townsville F.. Wildcats will meet at home Tigers (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rangers will play against the league's second-placed Falcons (#2) in Mount Waverley and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dandenong R.: F.Luisa 13+6reb, P.Nyadiew 11+4reb+1ast, A.Smith 9+6reb, T.Sophie 8+1reb+2ast, P.Manuela 4+3reb+1ast, N.Bella 4+1reb Eltham W.: H.Leidel 31+3reb+6ast, F.Louise 18+6reb+3ast, M.Ally 8+1reb+4ast, A.Lilly 6+1reb, R.Pizzey 6+6reb+3ast, H.Munro 4+7reb Frankston B. - Ballarat R. 82-75 Everything went according to plan in Seaford where sixth ranked Frankston Blues (5-3) beat 19th ranked Ballarat Rush (1-8) 82-75 on Sunday. Frankston Blues made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Frankston Blues outrebounded Ballarat Rush 41-25 including 26 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds. New Zealand guard Micaela Cocks (175-1986, college: Oregon) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. The former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) produced 23 points and 5 assists and American guard Tayanna Jones (185-2000, college: Colorado) added 18 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Frankston Blues. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Ballarat Rush lost their eighth game in a row. They dropped to the fifteenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Illawarra H.. Frankston Blues will meet Cavaliers (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ballarat Rush will play against Knox Raiders and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Ballarat R.: A.Wehrung 23+3reb+5ast, T.Jones 18+7reb+2ast, E.Karamovic 17+7reb, K.Rinaldi 9+5reb+4ast, S.Milly 8+2reb+4ast, M.Ella 0 Frankston B.: L.Brown 27+10reb+1ast, M.Cocks 16+8reb+4ast, E.Batish 14+7reb+1ast, A.Chelsea 13+7reb+7ast, T.Jackson 5+1reb+2ast, C.Wilkins 5+8reb+1ast Melbourne T. - Mt Gambier 67-65 There was an upset in Melbourne where higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (5-3) were edged by fifteenth ranked Tigers (3-5) 67-65 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: St.Mary's, CA) who scored 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Nikki Metcalfe (188, college: UALR) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. American forward Haliegh Reinoehl (188-1998, college: Akron) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and guard Sherrie Calleia (172-1999) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Tigers moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Mount Gambier Pioneers lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Tigers will meet at home higher ranked Knox Raiders (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mount Gambier Pioneers will play against the league's second-placed Falcons and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Mt Gambier: H.Reinoehl 20+5reb+1ast, I.Brancatisano 16+5reb+3ast, S.Calleia 12+8reb+6ast, E.Edie 9+4reb+2ast, O.Keryl 8+12reb, C.Ava 0 Melbourne T.: S.Simons 26+5reb+5ast, N.Metcalfe 11+7reb, D.Leila 9+1reb+1ast, C.Lily 8+4reb+2ast, J.Odom 6+2reb, M.Peterson 3+6reb Nunawading S. - Hobart C. 74-87 There was a surprise result in East Burwood where thirteenth ranked Chargers (3-5) won against higher ranked Spectres (4-4) 87-74 on Sunday. Chargers made 23-of-23 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. The best player for the winners was American forward Kayla Steindl (190-1989, college: Gonzaga) who had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds (was perfect 12-for-12 from the free throw line !!!). Her fellow American import guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 assists. American Devon Brookshire (190-1994, college: St.Mary's, CA) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and Emma Pearce added 16 points respectively for the hosts. Four Spectres players scored in double figures. Chargers moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Spectres dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Chargers will meet at home Geelong Supercats (#8) in the next round. Spectres will play against Cavaliers (#18) in Cranbourne and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nunawading S.: D.Brookshire 20+5reb+2ast, E.Pearce 16+4reb+1ast, R.Antoniadou 10+5reb+2ast, R.Brewster 10+6reb+1ast, C.Mihalko 9+4reb+2ast, W.Tayha 7+4reb+4ast Hobart C.: K.Steindl 33+12reb, S.O'Neill 21+3reb+3ast, P.Bradley 19+4reb+11ast, L.Mills 6+1reb, B.Zoe 6+4reb+1ast, B.Chloe 2+4reb+2ast Waverley F. - Launceston T. 98-63 Very expected game in Mount Waverley where 12th ranked Tornadoes (3-5) were crushed by leader Falcons (7-0) 98-63 on Sunday. Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Tornadoes' 28. They outrebounded Tornadoes 38-14 including a 25-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. Falcons looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Tornadoes' players. The best player for the winners was power forward Carley Ernst (196-1994) who scored 21 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Guard Rebecca Cole (178-1992) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 assists. Five Falcons players scored in double figures. Falcons' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) produced 14 points and 5 rebounds and forward Macey Crawford (178-2005) added 15 points respectively for the guests. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Falcons. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Northside W. Loser Tornadoes dropped to the fifth place with five games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Falcons will meet at home Rangers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tornadoes will play against Geelong Supercats (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Launceston T.: C.Macey 15+2ast, R.Lupfer 14+1reb+1ast, O.West 14+5reb+1ast, S.Micah 8+2reb+2ast, K.Charli 7+2reb+1ast, A.Sharna 5 Waverley F.: C.Ernst 21+7reb+1ast, U.Maddi 15+4reb+3ast, R.Cole 13+2reb+12ast, A.Todhunter 13+1reb+7ast, S.Locandro 13+7reb, R.Mokrzycki 8+8reb+1ast Group NBL1 WestEast Perth E. - Perry Lakes H. 55-66Very predictable result in Morley where fourth ranked Hawks (5-3) defeated 9th ranked Eagles (2-6) 66-55 on Friday. The best player for the winners was power forward Ashleigh Isenbarger (188-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Nicolette Gilday (175-1992, college: Santa Clara) chipped in 26 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Canadian swingman Madison Torresin (183-1996, college: W.Chester) produced 21 points and 7 rebounds and forward Maddison Allen (190-1993, college: Santa Clara) added 2 points, 16 rebounds and 9 assists respectively for the hosts. Eagles' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hawks maintains fourth place with 5-3 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Eagles lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC. Hawks will meet Senators (#5) in the next round. Eagles will play against Slammers (#13) in Bunbury and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: East Perth E.: M.Torresin 21+7reb+2ast, A.Sarah 12+6reb+1ast, T.Roberts 9+5reb+1ast, S.Bujniak 5+2reb+5ast, T.Morrison 4+4reb, M.Allen 2+16reb+9ast Perry Lakes H.: N.Gilday 26+3reb+5ast, A.Isenbarger 19+12reb+4ast, M.Satie 10+7reb, M.Dennis 9+5reb+3ast, M.Ballantyne 2+7reb+3ast, T.Malia 0+3reb+1ast Joondalup W. - Willetton T. 83-73 The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-ranked Tigers' (6-2) road loss to first ranked Wanneroo (8-1) 73-83 on Friday. The best player for the winners was forward Teige Morrell who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Robbi Ryan (175-1997, college: Arizona St.) chipped in 27 points and 4 assists. The former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (182-1997, college: Wake Forest) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and swingman Desiree Kelley (175-1995) added 18 points and 7 assists respectively for the guests. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Wanneroo. They maintain first place with 8-1 record, which they share with BA CoE. Loser Tigers keep the second position with two games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Wanneroo will meet Goldfields G. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tigers will have a break next round. Top scorers: Willetton T.: D.Kelley 18+3reb+7ast, F.Grace 17+5reb+4ast, A.Sharp 13+13reb+3ast, D.Sophie 9+3reb+3ast, M.Brcaninovic 8+5reb+1ast, J.Jakens 6+12reb Joondalup W.: R.Ryan 27+3reb+4ast, M.Teige 21+15reb+4ast, N.Parker-Williams 18+5reb+2ast, E.Klasztorny 9+7reb+2ast, T.Ucich 5+8reb+3ast, I.Miotti 3+8reb+3ast Rockingham F. - Mandurah M. 87-65 There was a small surprise in Rockingham where seventh ranked Flames (4-3) outscored 5th ranked Magic (3-2) 87-65 on Friday. Flames dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Magic's 40. They outrebounded Magic 46-31 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Flames looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Tayah Burrows (179-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 10 points, 14 rebounds and 8 assists. American forward Mehryn Kraker (183-1994, college: Green Bay) chipped in 21 points and 7 assists. Five Flames players scored in double figures. Guard Casey Mihovilovich (173-1982) produced 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard Katharine Tudor (183, college: Oregon St.) added 23 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. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Flames. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Logan T. and Geelong LS. Loser Magic dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Flames will meet at home Redbacks (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Magic will play against Suns (#8) in Kalamunda and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Mandurah M.: K.Tudor 23+6reb, C.Mihovilovich 21+6reb+5ast, S.Toeaina 10+8reb+3ast, R.Halleen 6+7reb+2ast, K.Bailey 3+1reb, B.Olivia 2+1ast Rockingham F.: M.Kraker 21+3reb+7ast, C.Samuels 18+5reb+4ast, P.Marissa 12+3reb+1ast, L.Koop 11+11reb+1ast, T.Burrows 10+14reb+8ast, C.Boag 6+1reb+3ast Warwick S. - SW Slammers 113-67 There was no surprise in Perth where bottom-ranked Slammers (0-6) were outplayed by seventh ranked Senators (4-2) 113-67 on Saturday. Senators dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 28. Senators forced 26 Slammers turnovers and outrebounded them 48-24 including a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Slammers' players. The best player for the winners was forward Mackenzie Clinch-Hoycard (191-1998, college: Hawaii) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Karly Murphy (185-1998, college: Colorado St.) chipped in 22 points and 6 rebounds. Four Senators players scored in double figures. Guard Paris Duffield (171) produced 31 points and 6 rebounds and Grace Adams added 11 points 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. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Senators. They moved-up to fifth place. Slammers lost their sixth game in a row. They still close the standings with six games lost. Senators will meet at home higher ranked Hawks (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Slammers will play against Eagles (#11) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: SW Slammers: P.Duffield 31+6reb, A.Grace 11+3reb+1ast, K.Williams 8+2reb+3ast, C.Bree 6+1reb+2ast, V.Lauren 4+2reb+1ast, A.Ciabattoni 4+2reb+3ast Warwick S.: K.Murphy 22+6reb+1ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 20+10reb+3ast, D.Alyssa 14+5reb+1ast, N.Burton 14+3reb+5ast, N.Jorre 11+2reb+9ast, W.Kyana 6+2reb+1ast Willetton T. - East Perth E. 100-60 No shocking result in a game in Willetton where second ranked Tigers (6-2) outleveled 9th ranked Eagles (2-6) 100-60 on Saturday. They outrebounded Eagles 46-27 including a 14-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Eagles' players. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (182-1997, college: Wake Forest) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists. Swingman Desiree Kelley (175-1995) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Tigers players scored in double figures. Canadian swingman Madison Torresin (183-1996, college: W.Chester) produced 11 points and 9 rebounds and Polish point guard Sylwia Bujniak (170-1996) added 14 points and 5 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. Tigers maintains second place with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with 6 other teams. Eagles lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC. Tigers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Eagles will play against Slammers (#13) in Bunbury and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: East Perth E.: T.Morrison 14+3reb, S.Bujniak 14+5reb+1ast, M.Torresin 11+9reb+3ast, A.Ella 6+1reb, A.Sarah 5+2ast, T.Roberts 3+2reb Willetton T.: M.Brcaninovic 28+3reb+1ast, A.Sharp 22+15reb+6ast, D.Kelley 16+10reb+8ast, J.Jakens 14+9reb+3ast, F.Grace 14+2reb+4ast, D.Sophie 2+3reb+3ast Cockburn C. - Joondalup W. 84-79 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Wanneroo (8-1) in Hamilton Hill on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by leader Cougars (5-0) 84-79. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Wanneroo. It was a great evening for guard Stephanie Gorman (183, college: San Diego) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) helped adding 20 points and 12 rebounds. Cougars' coach Tyrone Thwaites used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Teige Morrell responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Robbi Ryan (175-1997, college: Arizona St.) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Cougars have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to third place. Wanneroo at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with BA CoE. Cougars are looking forward to face Slammers (#13) in Bunbury in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wanneroo will play against Goldfields G. (#10) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Joondalup W.: M.Teige 21+14reb+4ast, R.Ryan 20+7reb+1ast, E.Klasztorny 15+8reb+2ast, T.Ucich 11+3reb+4ast, C.Belcher 7+4reb+3ast, I.Miotti 3+7reb+4ast Cockburn C.: S.Gorman 28+10reb+2ast, S.Mortensen 20+12reb+1ast, J.Williams 19+3reb+5ast, J.Edwards 8+14reb+1ast, P.Kinley 3, C.Amelia 2+2reb+1ast Goldfields G. - Perth R. 69-59 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Goldfields G. and 12th ranked Redbacks had identical 1-5 record. This time Goldfields G. used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Northbridge 69-59 on Saturday night. Goldfields G. outrebounded Redbacks 50-35 including 38 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Regan Turnour-McCarty (-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists. Aimee Borchet chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds. Four Goldfields G. players scored in double figures. Dajah Daniel produced 9 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Ashli Payne (183-1995, college: EWU) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Redbacks' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Goldfields G. (2-5) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Redbacks keep the twelfth position with six games lost. Goldfields G. will meet at home league's leader Wanneroo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Redbacks will play against Flames (#6) in Rockingham and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Perth R.: M.Pirini 12+3reb+2ast, A.Payne 10+7reb, D.Dajah 9+10reb, B.Malone 9+4reb+1ast, R.Motroni 8+1reb+2ast, R.Thompson 4+2reb+4ast Goldfields G.: R.Turnour-McCarty 16+11reb+9ast, B.Aimee 12+14reb, H.Kiriana 11+5reb+3ast, R.Kehoe 10+11reb+1ast, L.Tipene 9+4reb+1ast, A.Sidebottom 4+4reb+1ast Lakeside L. - Kalamunda ES 105-74 There was a small surprise in Bullcreek where tenth ranked Lightning (3-6) smashed 8th ranked Suns (3-4) 105-74 on Saturday. Lightning dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Suns' 46. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Suns' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lightning made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was guard Caitlyn Jones (175-2001, college: Idaho) who scored 25 points and 8 assists. American guard Kylee Smith (180-1994, college: Belmont) chipped in 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Worth to mention Smith played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Four Lightning players scored in double figures. American guard Makailah Dyer (175, college: N.Dakota) produced 25 points and 5 rebounds and forward Mackenzie Taylor (183, college: Midwestern St.) added 8 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. Lightning moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Canberra N. and Pakenham W. Suns lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with four games lost. Lightning will meet higher ranked Hawks (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Suns will play against Magic (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kalamunda ES: M.Dyer 25+5reb+2ast, E.Fisher 9+6reb, T.Ella 8+2reb+2ast, M.Taylor 8+6reb+2ast, F.Aisha 7+1reb+1ast, G.Denehey 6+6reb+3ast Lakeside L.: C.Jones 25+4reb+8ast, K.Smith 25+6reb+6ast, L.Hawthorne 21+9reb+1ast, G.Jade 11+8reb, T.Priestly 9+3reb+7ast, B.Emma 8+5reb+3ast Kalamunda ES - Warwick S. 56-82 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 8th ranked Suns' (3-4) home loss to seventh ranked Senators (4-2) 56-82 on Sunday. Senators outrebounded Suns 54-36 including a 24-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Karly Murphy (185-1998, college: Colorado St.) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Chloe Forster (176-2003) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Naturalized British power forward Samantha Roscoe (194-1995, college: N.Dakota) produced 22 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Makailah Dyer (175, college: N.Dakota) added 16 points and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Senators. They moved-up to fifth place. Suns lost their third game in a row. They keep the eighth position with four games lost. Senators will meet at home higher ranked Hawks (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Suns will play against Magic (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Kalamunda ES: S.Roscoe 22+7reb+2ast, M.Dyer 16+2reb+4ast, G.Denehey 7+2reb+4ast, T.Ella 7+5reb+3ast, M.Taylor 4+6reb+1ast, R.Tamara 0+1reb Warwick S.: K.Murphy 17+14reb+2ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 16+9reb+3ast, F.Chloe 16+8reb+5ast, N.Burton 9+9reb+1ast, N.Jorre 8+4reb+7ast, K.Phillips-Wade 5+1reb |
| Keilor Thunder signs rookie Anna Clephane - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
She started her college career at Ball State University (NCAA). Clephane's high school career she had spent at Scott in Covington, KY. Of course it will be her first season in professional basketball. |
| Australian State League round 11 best performance: Stephanie Reid - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 26-year old player had a double-double of 43 points and 11 rebounds, while her team beat SD Spartans (#7, 4-4) 85-77. Townsville F. is placed at 9th position in Australian State League. Townsville F. is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 4-5 record. In the team's last game Reid had a remarkable 70.6% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Townsville F., being already a very valuable addition to the team. Former The University of Buffalo star has very solid stats this year. Reid is in league's top in points (6th best: 25.0ppg), assists (2nd best: 9.2apg) and averages impressive 3.2spg,62.3% FGP and 51.7% from behind 3-point line. The second best player in last round's games was young American Ariana Moorer (172-G-1991) of Gold Coast R.. Moorer had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds. Of course she led Gold Coast R. to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Mackay M. (#14, 2-5) 110-75. Despite this victory Gold Coast R. slide down in the standings to 8th position in NBL1 North. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 4-4 record is not bad and everything may still change. Moorer is one of the most experienced players at Gold Coast R. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 24.8ppg (#7). Her other stats are also decent: 13.9rpg and 6.1apg. Third on the list of top players last round was another Gold Coast R.'s star - American forward Cate Reese (188-F). Reese got into 30-points club by scoring 37 points in the last round. She went also for seven rebounds . She was another key player of Gold Coast R., helping her team with a 110-75 easy win against the lower-ranked Mackay M. (#14, 2-5). Gold Coast R. needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in NBL1 North. Their record at this point is 4 victories and 4 lost games. Reese has a very solid season. In 3 games in Australia she scored 22.7ppg. Other top performing players last week: 4. Esra McGoldrick (188-F-1999) of Casey C. - 25 points and 14 rebounds 5. Mikaela Ruef (191-F-1990) of Logan T. - 17 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists 6. Amanda Paschal (170-G-1996) of Wyndham D. - 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Lulu Twidale (174-G/F-2005) of SW Metro P. - 38 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Kelly Wilson (170-G-1984) of Bendigo LB - 11 points, 7 rebounds and 19 assists 9. Meg Mccarthy) of Bendigo LB - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Kylee Smith (180-G-1994) of Lakeside L. - 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 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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| Castors Braine adds Sarah Dossou to 23-24 roster - by Peter Buyse |
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Mithra Castors Braine (Top Division Women) added 23-year old 173cm forward Sarah Dossou, agency: LBM Management for new season. Dossou has played for the last three years at Basket Namur Capitale in the Top Division Women. In 23 games she averaged 8.3ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.9apg last season. She helped them to make it to the semifinals. Dossou also played 8 games in Eurocup where she had 3.4ppg, 2.0rpg and 1.1apg. She represented Belgium at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Sopron (Hungary) six years ago. Her team won Gold and her stats at that event were 2 games: 1.0ppg. Dossou has played previously for Spirou. She won Belgian League championship title in 2021. |
| Smith inks at Brunehaut at the beginning of her pro career - by Peter Buyse | ||||
Smith started her college career at West Virginia University (NCAA). Smith's high school career she had spent at Greenville in Greenville, SC. Of course it will be her first season as a professional player. |
| Duffy starts her pro career at Brunehaut - by Peter Buyse | |
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Basketball Brunehaut (Top Division Women) agreed terms with 23-year old American forward Aislinn Duffy (183cm-2000, agency: LBM Management) for new 2023-24 season. Duffy just graduated from Augustana (NCAA2). A very impressive season as she was named to WBCA NCAA Division II All-America Honorable Mention. She started her college career at Augustana University (NCAA2). As mentioned above she is just out of college, so it will be Duffy's first season as a professional player. |
| Brunehaut Roster updates. - by Peter Buyse |
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Basketball Brunehaut (Top Division Women) confirmed in their roster coach Jean Anderlin for upcoming 2023-24 season. Anderlin has coached previously played also at Quaregnon. Vandensteene Aurelie is the new assistant coach. The team also signed French forward Leane Macziejewsk (1.75-2003) i and Belgian point guard Nguwo Eva (1.61-2004). Leaving the team are Cindy and Maguy Nowcki, Vibe Bevernage, Jakite Ramata and Ndoy Bineta. Former Head coach Lorine Gobert is headed to L1 team Kortrijk Spurs. |
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| Sportiva Italiana post the initial win in Liga Sudamericana - by Eurobasket News |
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Sportiva Italiana - Univ. San Simon 77-74 Sportiva Italiana posted the initial win in Liga Sudamericana as they overcame Univ. San Simon 77-74. Paula Carrasco (161-PG-1994) led the winners with 24 points and 4 assists. Andrea Valdes (179-F-1997) accounted for 14 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Marcela Viscarra (169-F/G-1990) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and point guard Romina Rodriguez (167-PG-1992) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Univ. San Simon in the defeat. |
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| LBF Round 9: Vera Cruz hand first loss to Sesi/Arara. - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most surprising game was the first loss of Sesi/Arara. (8-1) on the court of fifth ranked Vera Cruz on Monday night. Visitors were defeated by Vera Cruz 65-59. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Sesi/Arara.. Vera Cruz forced 19 Sesi/Arara. turnovers. It was a good game for the former international swingman Carina Martins (175-1992) who led her team to a victory with 19 points and 5 assists. The former international Izabella Sangalli (182-1995) contributed with 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international power forward Aline Moura (185-1997) answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds for Sesi/Arara.Sesi/Arara.'s coach Joao Camargo rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Vera Cruz (4-5) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Catanduva. Sesi/Arara. at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. Vera Cruz is looking forward to face Catanduva (#5) in Caranduva in the next round. Sesi/Arara. will play at home against Ituano (#8) and is hoping to win this game. Another exciting game for Catanduva (4-5) which played on the court of LSB (3-6). Fifth ranked Catanduva saved the game by a tiny margin of two points 73-71. Center Juliana Souza (185-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and Ineidis Casanova chipped in 16 points. The best for the losing side was center Brenda Barros (184-2000) with 19 points and 9 rebounds. LSB's coach Raphael Zaremba tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Catanduva moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Vera Cruz. LSB lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Blumenau. Catanduva will play against Vera Cruz (#4) at home in the next round. LSB will play against the league's second-placed Sampaio and hopes to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Itu between Ituano and Santo Andre. Eighth ranked Ituano (2-7) got a very close home victory over 3rd placed Santo Andre (5-4). Ituano managed to escape with a 3-point win 77-74 on Friday evening. Monique Pereira nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points and 19 rebounds for the winning side. Lays Silva came up with 24 points, 5 assists and 4 steals for Santo Andre in the defeat. Ituano maintains eighth place with 2-7 record. Loser Santo Andre keeps the third position with four games lost. Ituano will meet league's leader Sesi/Arara. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Santo Andre will play against the league's second-placed Sampaio where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. In the last game of round 9 Blumenau beat Sampaio on the road 77-70.
Ituano - Santo Andre 77-74 A very close game took place in Itu between Ituano and Santo Andre. Eighth ranked Ituano (2-7) got a very close home victory over 3rd placed Santo Andre (5-4). Ituano managed to escape with a 3-point win 77-74 on Friday evening. Ituano made 19-of-21 free shots (90.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Center Monique Pereira (190-1996) nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points and 19 rebounds for the winning side and the former international power forward Karina Jacob (187-1985) accounted for 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). The former international point guard Lays Silva (167-1998, agency: Interperformances) came up with 24 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and the former international point guard Tassia Carcavalli (176-1992) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Santo Andre in the defeat. Ituano maintains eighth place with 2-7 record. Loser Santo Andre keeps the third position with four games lost. Ituano will meet league's leader Sesi/Arara. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Santo Andre will play against the league's second-placed Sampaio where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: Santo Andre: L.Silva 24+4reb+5ast, T.Carcavalli 16+5reb+2ast, Y.Goncalves 12+3reb+4ast, C.Glenda 7+6reb+2ast, V.Goncalves 7+8reb+2ast, R.Juliana 4+3reb+2ast Ituano: K.Jacob 16+7reb+1ast, M.Pereira 11+19reb+3ast, P.Marcal 11+2reb+6ast, M.Isabella 9, J.Rodrigues 8+4reb+10ast, M.Ferreira 8+1reb Sampaio - Blumenau 70-77 There was a surprise result when seventh ranked Blumenau (3-6) beat second-best Sampaio (7-2) in Sampaio Basquete 77-70 on Saturday. They outrebounded Sampaio 44-30 including 32 on the defensive glass. The former international center Silvia Rocha (183-1982) nailed a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side and Leticia Lisboa (183-1993) accounted for 17 points and 8 rebounds. Five Blumenau players scored in double figures. The former international guard Taina Paixao (175-1991) came up with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international center Mariana Queiroz (190-1997) added 18 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Sampaio in the defeat. Blumenau moved-up to sixth place, which they share with LSB. Defending champion Sampaio keeps the second position with two games lost. Blumenau will meet at home LSB (#6) in the next round. Sampaio will play against LSB (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sampaio: M.Queiroz 18+6reb+1ast, T.Paixao 17+7reb+6ast, G.De Paula 16+7reb+1ast, M.Jenyff 6+2reb, P.Teixeira 5+4reb+3ast, A.Goncalo 4+4reb+3ast Blumenau: L.Zabani 17+2reb+3ast, L.Leticia 17+8reb+1ast, M.Albiero 14+4reb+4ast, S.Rocha 13+12reb+1ast, K.Firmino 10+9reb+1ast, M.De Almeida 3+4reb+4ast LSB - Catanduva 71-73 Another exciting game for Catanduva (4-5) which played on the court of LSB (3-6). Fifth ranked Catanduva saved the game by a tiny margin of two points 73-71. Catanduva forced 21 LSB turnovers. Center Juliana Souza (185-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and Cuban point guard Ineidis Casanova (162-1988) chipped in 16 points. The best for the losing side was center Brenda Barros (184-2000) with 19 points and 9 rebounds and international forward Thayna Silva (180-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. LSB's coach Raphael Zaremba tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Catanduva moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Vera Cruz. LSB lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Blumenau. Catanduva will play against Vera Cruz (#4) at home in the next round. LSB will play against the league's second-placed Sampaio and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: LSB: B.Barros 19+9reb+2ast, M.Crystina 14+8reb+3ast, T.Silva 13+10reb+6ast, D.Freitas Rayane 6+2reb+4ast, D.Silva Amanda 6+1reb, M.Thailane 6+3reb Catanduva: J.Souza 18+12reb+3ast, I.Casanova 16+4reb+3ast, T.Pacheco 13+2reb+1ast, B.Bazilio 7+11reb+4ast, G.Justino 7+6reb+1ast, T.Frediani 6+3reb+4ast Vera Cruz - Sesi/Arara. 65-59 The most surprising game was the first loss of Sesi/Arara. (8-1) on the court of fifth ranked Vera Cruz on Monday night. Visitors were defeated by Vera Cruz 65-59. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Sesi/Arara.. Vera Cruz forced 19 Sesi/Arara. turnovers. It was a good game for the former international swingman Carina Martins (175-1992) who led her team to a victory with 19 points and 5 assists. The former international Izabella Sangalli (182-1995) contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international power forward Aline Moura (185-1997) answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and guard Maila Ciciardi (168-1993) added 16 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Sesi/Arara.Sesi/Arara.'s coach Joao Camargo rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Vera Cruz (4-5) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Catanduva. Sesi/Arara. at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. Vera Cruz is looking forward to face Catanduva (#5) in Caranduva in the next round. Sesi/Arara. will play at home against Ituano (#8) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Sesi/Arara.: A.Moura 21+11reb+1ast, M.Ciciardi 16+5reb+3ast, V.Domingos 8+5reb+1ast, J.Morais 5+6reb, A.Beatriz 4+2reb+5ast, G.D'Arrigo 3+4reb+1ast Vera Cruz: C.Martins 19+3reb+5ast, B.Oliveira 13+4reb+2ast, I.Sangalli 11+10reb+3ast, L.Rodrigues 7+6reb+1ast, D.Maisa 6+2reb+1ast, P.Gabrielly 6+2reb+1ast |
| CHILE |
| LNF Round 5: Gimnastico defeat Leones - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Leones (2-1) in San Pablo on Thursday night. Hosts were defeated by Gimnastico (2-0) 88-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leones. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American guard Brandi Beasley (168-1997, college: Illinois) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds. Italian-Argentinian Daniela Dublo (184-1988) contributed with 25 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American guard Deja Church (178-1998, college: DePaul) answered with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists for Leones. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gimnastico keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Alemana P. Leones at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Gimnastico is looking forward to face Sportiva Ita. (#4) in Valparaiso in the next round. Leones will play on the road against New Crusaders in Valparaiso and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Important game to mention about took place in Valparaiso. First ranked Leones (2-1) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Sportiva Ita. (1-1) 70-68 on Sunday evening. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Spanish Laia Soler (185-2001, college: Boise St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 17 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and Deja Church chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. The former international forward Catalina Perez (195-1997) responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Leones went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with 4 other teams. Defending champion Sportiva Ita. dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. Leones will play against New Crusaders (#3) in Valparaiso in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Sportiva Ita. will play on the road against the league's leader Gimnastico in Vina del Mar to get more than just one victory in their record. Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Santiago: Sergio Ceppi (#2) and Univ.de Chile (#5). Sergio Ceppi (4-0) won against visiting Univ.de Chile (1-3) 74-63. Karla Vargas nailed a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds for the winning side. Carolina Morales came up with 16 points for Univ.de Chile in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Sergio Ceppi have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with CDSC. Univ.de Chile lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Luis ML. There were no big surprises in other games of round 5: Tomas L was smashed by Puente Alto on the road 84-55. Brisas lost to undefeated CDSC on its own court 60-102. Pankull managed to outperform Larr Valdivia in Valdivia 78-70. CDSC rolled over Rancagua at home 116-33. New Crusaders crushed Quilpue on the opponent's court 83-52. Pankull was smashed by Osorno in a home game 46-88. Infinito lost to undefeated Univ.Concepcion on the road 42-76. Univ. Austral unfortunately lost to Puerto Montt on its own court 60-68. Conce recorded a loss to Temuco in a road game 63-74. The most impressive performance of 5th round was 9 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals by Francisca Barria of Temuco.
Puente Alto - Tomas L 84-55 Everything could happen in Santiago at the game between two tied teams. Both third ranked Puente Alto and 4th placed Tomas L had identical 2-1 record. This time Puente Alto used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from 84-55 on Saturday night. Puente Alto dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Tomas L's 18. Puente Alto forced 21 Tomas L turnovers and outrebounded them 44-32 including 19 on the offensive glass. Argentinian power forward Camila Peri (182-2000) nailed a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side and Camila Osorio (-2002) accounted for 17 points and 6 assists. Four Puente Alto players scored in double figures. Katheen Ruiz (-2022) came up with 26 points and 5 rebounds and Natalia Navarrete (-1995) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Tomas L 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. Puente Alto have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 3-1 record having just three point less than leader CDSC. Loser Tomas L keeps the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Infinito. Puente Alto's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Univ.de Chile. Top scorers: Puente Alto: O.Camila 17+3reb+6ast, C.Silva 14+3reb+4ast, C.Peri 13+13reb+1ast, M.Gamboa 11+10reb+3ast, M.Jeria 10+3reb+2ast, D.Cameron 8+1ast Tomas L: R.Katheen 26+5reb+3ast, N.Natalia 16+5reb+2ast, O.Francisca 4+2ast, D.Nicole 3+1reb, D.Becerra 2+9reb+3ast, V.Maricela 2+6reb Brisas - CDSC 60-102 Very expected game when 5th ranked Brisas (1-3) were smashed by leader CDSC (4-0) in Santiago 102-60 on Saturday. CDSC forced 26 Brisas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Brisas' players. The former international point guard Javiera Novion (170-1987, college: Eckerd) nailed 28 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals for the winning side and the former international Fernanda Serrano (175-1992) accounted for 19 points and 6 rebounds. Josefina Atan (-2005) came up with 17 points and center Valentina Olmedo (190-2003) added 5 points and 13 rebounds respectively for Brisas 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. CDSC have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 4-0 record, which they share with Sergio Ceppi. Loser Brisas keep the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. CDSC will meet Tomas L (#4) in the next round. Brisas will play against Rancagua and hope to win that game. Top scorers: CDSC: J.Novion 28+9reb+8ast, F.Serrano 19+6reb+3ast, R.Valenzuela 14+6reb+3ast, A.Antonia 9+1reb+1ast, R.Amanda 8+1reb+1ast, C.Javiera 6+3reb+4ast Brisas: A.Josefina 17+3reb+3ast, C.Belen 15+3reb+2ast, H.Paulina 9+6reb+4ast, M.Maira 5, O.Valentina 5+13reb+2ast, V.Rojas 5+1reb Leones - Gimnastico 80-88 The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Leones (2-1) in San Pablo on Thursday night. Hosts were defeated by Gimnastico (2-0) 88-80. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Leones. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American guard Brandi Beasley (168-1997, college: Illinois) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds. Italian-Argentinian Daniela Dublo (184-1988) contributed with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American guard Deja Church (178-1998, college: DePaul) answered with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists and Spanish Laia Soler (185-2001, college: Boise St.) added 17 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Leones. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gimnastico keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Alemana P. Leones at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Gimnastico is looking forward to face Sportiva Ita. (#4) in Valparaiso in the next round. Leones will play on the road against New Crusaders in Valparaiso and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gimnastico: B.Beasley 34+11reb+3ast, D.Dublo 25+11reb+2ast, V.Vania 12+9reb+3ast, G.Valentina 5+8reb+4ast, T.Moyano 5+3reb+3ast, M.Saez 4+5reb+2ast Leones: D.Church 29+15reb+5ast, L.Soler 17+7reb+2ast, R.Alison 11+6reb+5ast, O.Martina 9+2reb+1ast, H.Constanza 5+8reb+3ast, A.Constanza 4+1reb+4ast Sergio Ceppi - Univ.de Chile 74-63 Another exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Santiago: Sergio Ceppi (#2) and Univ.de Chile (#5). Sergio Ceppi (4-0) won against visiting Univ.de Chile (1-3) 74-63. Sergio Ceppi dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Univ.de Chile's 24. Sergio Ceppi forced 28 Univ.de Chile turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Karla Vargas (-2000) nailed a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds for the winning side and center Katalina Garcia (182-1994) accounted for 11 points and 12 rebounds. Carolina Morales (-2003) came up with 16 points and Constanza Canas (-2003) added 9 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for Univ.de Chile in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Sergio Ceppi have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with CDSC. Univ.de Chile lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifth place with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Sergio Ceppi's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Santiago to the arena Luis ML. Top scorers: Sergio Ceppi: G.Amparo 13+1reb+1ast, V.Karla 12+15reb, K.Garcia 11+12reb+3ast, H.Pia 8+5reb+2ast, S.Jara 8+1reb+1ast, P.Munoz 6+4reb+5ast Univ.de Chile: M.Carolina 16+4reb+2ast, O.Josefa 15+2reb+1ast, C.Constanza 9+5reb+6ast, U.Isidora 8+5reb+1ast, G.Martina 7+2reb+1ast, O.Maite 4+8reb Larr Valdivia - Pankull 70-78 There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Pankull (1-3) won against on the road their close opponent Larr Valdivia (0-3) 78-70 on Sunday. Pankull looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Larr Valdivia's players. Center Valentina Pincheira (-1995) nailed 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Michelle Campos (-1994) accounted for 13 points and 4 assists. Forward Rocio Ortiz (-2002) came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and Iarela Mitre (-2002) added 16 points respectively for Larr Valdivia in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Pankull left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. It was Larr Valdivia's third loss in a row. They still close the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Pankull: V.Pincheira 25+9reb+5ast, C.Michelle 13+4reb+4ast, C.Karina 11+2reb, F.Karla 8+1reb, C.Munoz 7+2reb+5ast, P.Valeria 6+5reb+2ast Larr Valdivia: M.Iarela 16+3reb+1ast, O.Rocio 15+10reb+3ast, V.Fernanda 12+4reb, J.Macarena 8+2reb+2ast, L.Constanza 7+5reb+2ast, S.Navarrete 6+2reb+1ast Sportiva Ita. - Leones 68-70 Important game to mention about took place in Valparaiso. First ranked Leones (2-1) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Sportiva Ita. (1-1) 70-68 on Sunday evening. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Leones had a 36-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. Spanish Laia Soler (185-2001, college: Boise St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 17 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and American guard Deja Church (178-1998, college: DePaul) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Five Leones players scored in double figures. The former international forward Catalina Perez (195-1997) responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds and the former international point guard Paula Carrasco (161-1994) scored 17 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Leones went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with 4 other teams. Defending champion Sportiva Ita. dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. Leones will play against New Crusaders (#3) in Valparaiso in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Sportiva Ita. will play on the road against the league's leader Gimnastico in Vina del Mar to get more than just one victory in their record. Top scorers: Leones: D.Church 21+8reb+2ast, R.Alison 14+9reb+2ast, O.Martina 10+1reb+2ast, H.Constanza 10+7reb+3ast, L.Soler 10+17reb+5ast, R.Catalina 5+1ast Sportiva Ita.: C.Perez 23+6reb+3ast, P.Carrasco 17+4reb+3ast, P.Martina 8+2ast, J.Cortes 7+11reb+1ast, C.Arancibia 4+1reb+1ast, A.Valdes 3+6reb+2ast CDSC - Rancagua 116-33 Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Rancagua (0-3) was outscored on the road by leader CDSC (4-0) 116-33 on Sunday. CDSC dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Rancagua's 24. CDSC forced 32 Rancagua turnovers and outrebounded them 53-25 including a 23-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Rancagua's players. Amanda Rebolledo (-2000) nailed 32 points and 4 assists for the winning side and the former international Fernanda Serrano (175-1992) accounted for 20 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Four CDSC players scored in double figures. Ailyn Roldan (-2000) came up with 9 points and Francesca Filgueira (-1999) added 7 points respectively for Rancagua 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. CDSC have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 4-0 record, which they share with Sergio Ceppi. Loser Rancagua still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. CDSC will meet Tomas L (#4) in the next round. Rancagua will play against Brisas in Santiago and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: CDSC: R.Amanda 32+1reb+4ast, F.Serrano 20+9reb+4ast, A.Antonia 14+1reb+3ast, C.Javiera 11+2reb+4ast, D.Esperanza 8+6reb+3ast, C.Padilla 8+13reb+6ast Rancagua: R.Ailyn 9+3reb, F.Francesca 7+2reb+2ast, U.Ariela 6+3reb, N.Trinidad 2+1reb, H.Francisca 2+1reb, M.Contreras 2+4reb+1ast Quilpue - New Crusaders 52-83 Everything went according to plan when third ranked New Crusaders (2-1) outplayed on the road bottom-ranked Quilpue (0-2) 83-52 on Friday. New Crusaders dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Quilpue's 26. New Crusaders forced 20 Quilpue turnovers and outrebounded them 63-29 including a 24-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. New Crusaders looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Quilpue's players. Cuban Arleny Gonzalez (185-1987) nailed a double-double by scoring 19 points, 20 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Amaya Veliz (-2005) accounted for 19 points and 5 rebounds. Catherine Caceres (-1992) came up with 17 points and 6 rebounds and Jessica Zarate (-2001) added 12 points respectively for Quilpue 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. New Crusaders moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Quilpue still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Truenos and Llolleo. New Crusaders will meet at home league's second-placed Leones in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Quilpue will play against Llolleo and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: New Crusaders: V.Amaya 19+5reb+1ast, A.Gonzalez 19+20reb+5ast, F.Valentina 10+1reb+2ast, P.Ignacio 7+8reb+1ast, B.Pierina 7+5reb+2ast, M.Viviana 6+9reb+1ast Quilpue: C.Catherine 17+6reb+3ast, J.Zarate 12+4reb+1ast, A.Josefa 11+2reb+3ast, G.Valentina 6+2reb, Q.Camila 2+6reb, S.Gierlla 2+3reb Pankull - Osorno 46-88 There was no surprise when 6th ranked Pankull (1-3) was outleveled by fourth ranked Osorno (2-1) in Valdivia 88-46 on Saturday. Osorno held Pankull to an opponent 23.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Osorno forced 28 Pankull turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Pankull's players. Canadian-Italian power forward Melissa Rondinelli (184-1991, college: Western) nailed a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds for the winning side and Javiera Rosas (-2001) accounted for 17 points. Center Valentina Pincheira (-1995) came up with 19 points and center Catalina Munoz (-2002) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Pankull 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. Osorno moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Pankull dropped to the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Osorno: M.Rondinelli 33+15reb+3ast, R.Javiera 17+2reb+1ast, B.Katia 10+3ast, N.Figueroa 8+1reb+2ast, G.Belen 6+3reb+3ast, D.Nicole 4+1reb Pankull: V.Pincheira 19+2reb, C.Munoz 11+7reb+2ast, P.Valeria 6+6reb+2ast, F.Karla 3+3reb+1ast, R.Karina 2+4reb+1ast, S.Fernanda 2+4reb Univ.Concepcion - Infinito 76-42 The game between closely ranked teams ended with leader Univ.Concepcion's (3-0) home victory over 3rd placed Infinito (2-2) 76-42 on Saturday. Univ.Concepcion held Infinito to an opponent 18.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Univ.Concepcion had a 39-26 advantage in offensive rebounds. The former international forward Barbara Cousino (178-1996) nailed a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side and forward Jovanka Ljubetic (178-2000) accounted for 14 points. Josefa Catalan (-2003) came up with 9 points and 14 rebounds and forward Millaray Torres (-2005) added 9 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Infinito 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. Univ.Concepcion have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Espanol and Frontera. Loser Infinito dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with Tomas L. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Univ.Concepcion: J.Ljubetic 14+4reb+1ast, B.Cousino 14+14reb+2ast, E.Katherine 13+3reb+1ast, Y.Torres 9+5reb+2ast, A.Estefania 9+6reb+1ast, C.Shopia 6+1reb Infinito: T.Barbara 14+5reb, T.Millaray 9+7reb+4ast, C.Josefa 9+14reb+2ast, G.Gabriela 3+2reb, M.Constanza 2+1reb, P.Isabel 2 Univ. Austral - Puerto Montt 60-68 Rather expected game when 5th ranked Univ. Austral (1-3) lost at home to third ranked Puerto Montt (2-1) 68-60 on Saturday. Center Catalina Azocar (-1997) nailed a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side and Martina Gallardo (168-2003) accounted for 21 points and 7 rebounds. Four Puerto Montt players scored in double figures. Guard Paula Ortiz (-2003) came up with 21 points and Ilona Martinez (-1998) added 2 points and 15 rebounds respectively for Univ. Austral in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Puerto Montt moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Univ. Austral keeps the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Puerto Montt: G.Martina 21+7reb+1ast, C.Azocar 17+13reb+1ast, C.Nathalia 14+5reb+9ast, S.Isidora 11+4reb+2ast, A.Sofia 2, A.Javiera 2+15reb+3ast Univ. Austral: O.Paula 21+3reb+2ast, N.Ojeda 10+2reb, R.Karin 7+2reb+2ast, B.Javiera 6+5reb+3ast, M.Francisca 5+3reb, C.Javiera 4+8reb+1ast Temuco - Conce 74-63 The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Temuco's (2-1) home victory over 5th ranked Conce (1-3) 74-63 on Saturday. Temuco forced 28 Conce turnovers. American forward Jessica Martino (175-2000, college: Delaware St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Francisca Barria (-1996) accounted for 9 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals. Guard Barbara Crisostomo (-1994) came up with 9 points and 9 rebounds and Carla Chovar (-1990) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Conce in the defeat. Four Conce players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Temuco moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Conce keeps the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest. Top scorers: Temuco: J.Martino 19+10reb+5ast, S.Katherine 13+4reb, M.Cejas 11+6reb+1ast, V.Javiera 10+1reb+2ast, F.Barria 9+8reb+5ast, P.Romaneth 8+4reb+4ast Conce: S.Romina 13+2reb+2ast, B.Sofia 12+4reb, B.Jennifer 11+2reb, C.Carla 10+6reb+2ast, C.Barbara 9+9reb+3ast, I.Denisse 6+5reb |
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Sportiva Italiana - Univ. San Simon 77-74 Sportiva Italiana posted the initial win in Liga Sudamericana as they overcame Univ. San Simon 77-74. Paula Carrasco (161-PG-1994) led the winners with 24 points and 4 assists. Andrea Valdes (179-F-1997) accounted for 14 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side. Marcela Viscarra (169-F/G-1990) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and point guard Romina Rodriguez (167-PG-1992) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Univ. San Simon in the defeat. |
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She had a double-double of 33 points and 15 rebounds, while her team outclassed Pankull (#6, 1-3) with 42-point margin 88-46. Osorno maintains the 4th position in their group in Chilean LNF. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost that single game earlier this season. Osorno will need more victories to improve their 2-1 record. In the team's last game Rondinelli had a remarkable 52.6% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Osorno, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Western University Canada graduate has very impressive stats this year. Rondinelli is league's best scorer averaging so far 30.7ppg. Rondinelli is in league's top in and averages solid 1.7bpg and 58.2% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Brandi Beasley (168-G-1997) of top-ranked Gimnastico. She is American guard in her first season at Gimnastico. In the last game Beasley recorded impressive double-double of 34 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Gimnastico cruised to a 88-80 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Leones (#2, 2-1). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Zona A. Gimnastico consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. Her team has extremely good start of the season. They won both games so far. However the season is at the beginning, so everything can happen. They still may lose their high position in the standings. Beasley is one of the most experienced players at Gimnastico and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 28.5ppg (#3). Her other stats are also decent: 8.5rpg and 5.5apg. Third place about best performers goes to guard Javiera Novion (170-PG-1987) of league's leader CDSC. Novion showcased her all-around game by recording 28 points, nine rebounds and eight assists in the last round. She was a key player of CDSC, leading her team to a 102-60 easy win against the lower-ranked Brisas (#5, 1-3). CDSC started extremely well this year. They recorded 4 victories without losing a single game in Zona B. Novion turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Novion has a great season in Chile. After only 2 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 27.0ppg (4th best) and assists with 5.0apg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Catalina Azocar (C-1997) of Puerto Montt - 17 points and 13 rebounds 5. Arleny Gonzalez (185-PF-1987) of New Crusaders - 19 points, 20 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Laia Soler (185-2001) of Leones - 10 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Deja Church (178-G-1998) of Leones - 29 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Camila Peri (182-F/C-2000) of Puente Alto - 13 points and 13 rebounds 9. Amanda Rebolledo (SG-2000) of CDSC - 32 points and 4 assists 10. Catalina Perez (195-F-1997) of Sportiva Ita. - 23 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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| 1Liga Round 1 of Finals. Brandys nad Labem celebrate the title - by Eurobasket News |
FINALHavirov - Brandys L. 71-91Brandys L. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Havirov's 28. They outrebounded Havirov 53-40 including a 38-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Swingman Andrea Ondrouskova (175-2001) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and Bosnian guard Irena Vrancic (170-1990) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Brandys L.'s coach Daniel Kurucz used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side swingman Gabriela Buskova (175-2000) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Michaela Drtilova (161-1993) scored 18 points. Four Havirov players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Havirov: D.Michaela 18+2reb, B.Gabriela 15+6reb+2ast, K.Eliska 13+4reb, V.Lucie 11+4reb+1ast, S.Veronika 5+3reb+1ast, B.Eliska 4+1reb Brandys L.: A.Ondrouskova 25+10reb+1ast, I.Vrancic 14+6reb+6ast, M.Jana 11+7reb, H.Marie 10+1reb, L.Burdgess 9+10reb+4ast, K.Petra 7+1reb+1ast 3-4 PlaceSokol Nusle - BA Sparta 64-80BA Sparta made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Sokol Nusle turnovers and outrebounded them 43-32 including a 33-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Vendula Krausova (183-2005) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 9 rebounds. Canadian center Julia Vydrova (193-2002, college: Regina) contributed with 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for the winners. Point guard Andrea Buldrova (172-1985) answered with 13 points and 5 rebounds and guard Petra Pospisilova (180-1984) added 7 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Sokol Nusle. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Sokol Nusle: A.Buldrova 13+5reb, C.Semgady 9+4reb+1ast, P.Jitka 8+3reb, P.Pospisilova 7+6reb+2ast, T.Barnetova 6+8reb, L.Kuliskova 5+1reb BA Sparta: K.Vendula 22+9reb+1ast, J.Vydrova 17+7reb+2ast, V.Luisa 16+5reb+2ast, V.Veronika 8+2reb+2ast, S.Barbora 5+1reb+2ast, S.Adela 4+3reb+1ast |
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| D1 Round 2 of Finals. Turan register second straight win - by Eurobasket News |
FINALAstana Tigers - Turan 28-66Turan held Astana Tigers to an opponent 20.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 35.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Astana Tigers 54-34 including a 42-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Turan looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Astana Tigers' players. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Zalina Kurazova (185-1985) who scored 9 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international guard Anastassiya Alishauskayte (173-1988) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Anastasia Knaub (184-2005) produced 10 points and 4 steals and forward Dariya Tsukanova (178-2007) added 5 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Astana Tigers: K.Anastasia 10+4reb, T.Dariya 5+7reb+2ast, S.Yuliya 3+3reb, M.Astapenko 3+4reb+1ast, Y.Karina 2+3reb+1ast, T.Kuzmina 2+1ast Turan: A.Alishauskayte 13+5reb+1ast, A.Glazacheva 9+5reb+1ast, R.Gavriluk 9+3reb+3ast, Z.Kurazova 9+8reb+6ast, G.Rulyova 8+6reb+4ast, N.Aydana 8+3reb+1ast 3-4 PlaceAktobe - Caspiy Aktau 68-32Aktobe held Caspiy Aktau to an opponent 18.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 41.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Aktobe forced 30 Caspiy Aktau turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Oksana Bagmet (170-1996) who scored 22 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals. Armenian guard Inga Manucharyan (177-2000) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Aktobe's coach Ilya Rodionov felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Alexandra Petelina (168-1998) produced 15 points and center Valeria Petrova (184-1996) added 8 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Top scorers: Caspiy Aktau: P.Alexandra 15+4reb+1ast, P.Valeria 8+5reb+4ast, A.Saitova 5+3reb+4ast, A.Ilyasova 2+6reb+1ast, G.Meri 2+3reb+4ast, Y.Nazmina 0+1reb Aktobe: O.Bagmet 22+8reb+8ast, A.Plyasova 13+8reb, I.Manucharyan 12+6reb+4ast, K.Ksenia 6+4reb+1ast, O.Aksenova 5+9reb+7ast, E.Azhar 5+1reb+3ast |
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| Liga SudAmericana round 3 best performance: Paula Carrasco - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Point guard Paula Carrasco (161-PG-1994) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Sportiva Ita., receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 3. The 28-year old player was the main contributor (24 points, two rebounds and four assists) to her team's victory, helping them to edge out Univ. San Simon (#4, 0-3) 77-74. In the team's last game Carrasco had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. She just recently signed at Sportiva Ita., being already a very valuable addition to the team. Paula Carrasco has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (2nd best: 15.7ppg) and averages impressive 41.7% from behind 3-point line. The second best player in last round's games was young American Stephanie Madden (186-PF-1988) of league's second-best Aguada. Madden had a very good evening with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Aguada was edged by Quimsa (3-0) 58-57. Madden is one of the most experienced players at Aguada and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 13.7ppg (#4). She also registered 8.7 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was swingman Marcela Viscarra (169-F/G-1990) of Univ. San Simon (#4). Viscarra scored 14 points and grabbed fifteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Viscarra's great performance Univ. San Simon lost 74-77 to #3 ranked Sportiva Ita. Viscarra has individually a great season in Liga SudAmericana. After only 3 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.3rpg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Andrea Boquete (183-SF-1990) of Quimsa - 9 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Julieta Mungo (181-C-1997) of Quimsa - 20 points and 5 rebounds 6. Romina Rodriguez (167-PG-1992) of Univ. San Simon - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Macarena D'urso (169-PG-1991) of Aguada - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Andrea Valdes (179-F-1997) of Sportiva Ita. - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Catalina Perez (195-F-1997) of Sportiva Ita. - 13 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Alexus Johnson (188-F-1994) of Univ. San Simon - 16 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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| Noblet number one in Mexico LMBPF for round 8 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 35-year old player had a double-double of 11 points and 17 rebounds, while her team beat Lobas (#2, 2-4) 63-58. Quetzales maintains the 3rd position in their group in Mexican LMBPF. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 5 games and recorded just one victory. Noblet just recently signed at Quetzales, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Clenia Noblet has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (3rd best: 20.0ppg). The second best player in last round's games was Canadian Arianna Macias (175-G) of Mexcaltecas. Macias had a very good evening with 34 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Mexcaltecas was edged by slightly higher-ranked Racers (#2, 3-3) 83-80. Mexcaltecas managed to keep the same 3rd spot in Group 2. 6 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Macias is one of the most experienced players at Mexcaltecas and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.1ppg (#5). She also registered 4.1 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Alexis Johnson (183-F) of Group second-best Racers. Johnson scored 13 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was a key player of Racers, leading her team to a 83-80 win against #3 ranked Mexcaltecas in a game of the week. Racers needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in Group 2. Their record at this point is 3 victories and 3 lost games. Johnson has a very solid season. In 12 games in Mexico she scored 12.9ppg. She also has 5.9rpg, 1.1bpg and FGP: 53.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Brittney Smith (190-F-1999) of Racers - 14 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Anel Tapia (175-G/F) of Lobas - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Jhoana Moran (157-PG-1993) of Racers - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Pamela Gonzalez) of Mexcaltecas - 13 points and 11 rebounds 8. Aniese Palmore (165-PG-1994) of Quetzales - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Jessica Fairweather (180-G/F-1990) of Mexcaltecas - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Sarai Morales (G) of Quetzales - 10 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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| LNBPF Round 1: Adelitas rally past Abejas - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in LNBPF just started. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Adelitas smashed Abejas in Chihuahua 100-72. They outrebounded Abejas 45-28 including 32 on the defensive glass. Adelitas looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American center Danielle Adams (185-1989, college: Texas A&M) fired 29 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Her fellow American import center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) chipped in 17 points and 18 rebounds. point guard Dana Soto (167-1997) produced 23 points and 4 assists for lost side. Abejas' coach Carlos Gorosito gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Abejas will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Adelitas will try to continue on its current victory against Correcaminos on the road. Rojas recorded a loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by Halcones 75-65. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 9 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws). Brianna Jones contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. American forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers) answered with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds for Rojas. Halcones will play against Fuerza Regia in Monterrey in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rojas will play on the road against Plateras in Fresnillo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game in was also quite interesting. Halcones played at the court of Rojas. Rojas managed to secure a 4-point victory 67-63 on Saturday. Stasha Carey stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Quinn Urbaniak-Dornstauder responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Rojas will meet Plateras in the next round. Halcones will play against Fuerza Regia and hope to win that game. Other games of round 1 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: winless Freseras lost to undefeated Fuerza Regia in Monterrey 63-90. Panteras beat Astros at home 82-64. Winless Correcaminos lost to undefeated Libertadores on the opponent's court 64-99. Fuerza Regia outscored Freseras in a home game 85-53. Winless Astros lost to undefeated Panteras on the road 65-90. Libertadores crushed Correcaminos on its own court 99-76. Winless Abejas lost to undefeated Adelitas in Chihuahua 68-89.
Rojas - Halcones 65-75 Rojas recorded a loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by Halcones 75-65. They made 16-of-21 charity shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Strangely Rojas outrebounded Halcones 43-30 including 16 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 9 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws). American-Puerto Rican guard Brianna Jones (177-1997, college: Georgetown) contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Jones is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers) answered with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and Bosnian-American center Lynetta Kizer (193-1990, college: Maryland) added 13 points and 13 rebounds in the effort for Rojas. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Halcones will play against Fuerza Regia in Monterrey in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rojas will play on the road against Plateras in Fresnillo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Halcones: A.Okonkwo 27+9reb, L.Garcia 17+3ast, R.Silva 11+6reb+7ast, B.Jones 10+7reb+7ast, Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 7+3reb+3ast, G.Erika 2 Rojas: A.Tompkins 16+7reb+1ast, S.Carey 16+12reb, L.Kizer 13+13reb+2ast, A.Bethel 11+5reb+9ast, C.Gonzalez 7+5reb+5ast, F.Maria 2+1reb+1ast Fuerza Regia - Freseras 90-63 There was no surprise in Monterrey where Freseras were crushed by Fuerza Regia 90-63 on Friday. Fuerza Regia made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Fuerza Regia outrebounded Freseras 54-35 including 40 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American guard Delicia Washington (178-1997, college: Clemson) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and her fellow American import center Ciera Johnson (190-1997, college: Texas A&M) chipped in 21 points and 11 rebounds. Five Fuerza Regia players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Qadashah Hoppie (170-1999, college: Texas A&M) responded with 20 points and 4 assists and Costa Rican guard Daniela Quesada (168-1997, college: Salem) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fuerza Regia will meet Halcones in the next round. Freseras will play against Panteras and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Fuerza Regia: C.Johnson 21+11reb+1ast, D.Washington 19+11reb+4ast, S.Taylor 12+5reb+7ast, M.Grays 12+9reb+3ast, T.Likhtarovich 10+3reb+3ast, A.Jones 7+3reb+2ast Freseras: Q.Hoppie 20+4reb+4ast, D.Quesada 14+5reb+5ast, D.Chambers 8+6reb+2ast, E.Gutierrez 6, K.Briggs 6+7reb, D.James 4+5reb+2ast Panteras - Astros 82-64 No shocking result in a game in Aguascalientes where Panteras defeated Astros 82-64 on Friday. Panteras looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward Samantha Fuehring (191, college: Louisville) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and Latvian center Kristine Vitola (196-1991, college: UTEP) chipped in 14 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Panteras' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American swingman Jaelyn Brown (184, college: California) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import forward Joy Adams (180-1993, college: Iona) scored 6 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Panteras will meet Freseras in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Astros will play against Libertadores and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Panteras: S.Fuehring 22+10reb+3ast, A.Rodriguez 20+2reb+5ast, S.Haines 15+5reb+6ast, K.Vitola 14+10reb+4ast, R.Barahman 6+2reb+1ast, A.O'Connor 5+7reb+3ast Astros: J.Tunstull 13+3reb, C.Nelson 12+3reb+2ast, C.Ramos 11+3reb, J.Brown 10+13reb+3ast, P.Rodriguez 6+4reb+2ast, J.Adams 6+6reb+8ast Libertadores - Correcaminos 99-64 Very expected game in Queretaro where Correcaminos were rolled over by Libertadores 99-64 on Friday. Libertadores dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Correcaminos' 26 and made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Correcaminos 44-22 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Libertadores looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Correcaminos' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Libertadores made 8 blocks. Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992) stepped up and scored 20 points and 8 rebounds (made all of her ten free throws !!!) for the winners and American forward Marie Benson (185-1997, college: UT Arlington) chipped in 12 points and 15 rebounds. Five Libertadores players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Brittany Byrd (176-1997, college: UIC) responded with 21 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import guard Jade Vega (165-1997, college: CS Fullerton) scored 13 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Libertadores will meet Astros in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Correcaminos will play against Adelitas and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Libertadores: M.Garrick 20+8reb+3ast, L.Weaver 20+5reb+4ast, M.Benson 12+15reb+3ast, M.Tagliamento 12+1ast, B.Jones 10+3reb+3ast, O.Vezaldenos 6+3reb Correcaminos: B.Byrd 21+5reb+1ast, J.Vega 13+1reb+2ast, B.Valerie 9+3reb+1ast, D.Pardo 7+3reb+1ast, H.Jessica 5, S.Mgbeike 4+3reb Fuerza Regia - Freseras 85-53 Very predictable result in Monterrey where Fuerza Regia outscored Freseras 85-53 on Saturday. Fuerza Regia looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Sparkle Taylor (178-1995, college: UTEP) stepped up and scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and forward Marte Grays (188-1996, college: DePaul) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. At the losing side forward Dejza James (185-1995, college: Arizona) responded with 10 points and 7 rebounds (made all of her ten free throws !!!) and guard Qadashah Hoppie (170-1999, college: Texas A&M) scored 12 points and 4 assists. Four Freseras players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fuerza Regia will meet Halcones in the next round. Freseras will play against Panteras and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Fuerza Regia: S.Taylor 22+5reb+6ast, M.Grays 19+5reb+2ast, D.Washington 10+8reb+7ast, K.Taylor 9+4reb, C.Johnson 7+9reb+2ast, T.Likhtarovich 7+2ast Freseras: Q.Hoppie 12+3reb+4ast, D.Quesada 11+4reb+1ast, D.Chambers 10+4reb+3ast, D.James 10+7reb+2ast, G.Frida 7+5reb, E.Gutierrez 3+2reb Adelitas - Abejas 100-72 Adelitas smashed Abejas in Chihuahua 100-72. They outrebounded Abejas 45-28 including 32 on the defensive glass. Adelitas looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American center Danielle Adams (185-1989, college: Texas A&M) fired 29 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Her fellow American import center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 18 rebounds. Five Adelitas players scored in double figures. Point guard Dana Soto (167-1997) produced 23 points and 4 assists and Venezuelan guard Waleska Perez (180-1994, college: Weatherford JC) added 13 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for lost side. Abejas' coach Carlos Gorosito gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Abejas will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Adelitas will try to continue on its current victory against Correcaminos on the road. Top scorers: Adelitas: D.Adams 29+7reb+2ast, C.Fluker 17+18reb+2ast, K.Spolyar 16+2reb+1ast, D.Givens 14+2reb+2ast, G.Avila 12+6reb, T.Atkinson 11+6reb+14ast Abejas: D.Soto 23+2reb+4ast, W.Perez 13+7reb+5ast, G.Pack 10+6reb+1ast, M.Monica 8+6reb+3ast, T.Jeffries 8, G.Micheline 4+4reb Rojas - Halcones 67-63 The game in was also quite interesting. Halcones played at the court of Rojas. Rojas managed to secure a 4-point victory 67-63 on Saturday. Rojas had a 34-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Stasha Carey (188-1995, college: Rutgers) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and Bosnian-American center Lynetta Kizer (193-1990, college: Maryland) chipped in 16 points. At the losing side Canadian center Quinn Urbaniak-Dornstauder (193-1995, college: Arizona St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and American-Nigerian forward Amy Okonkwo (188-1996, college: TCU) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Rojas will meet Plateras in the next round. Halcones will play against Fuerza Regia and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Rojas: L.Kizer 16+3reb, C.Gonzalez 13+4reb+1ast, S.Carey 10+13reb+2ast, A.Tompkins 9+4reb+1ast, A.Bethel 7+5reb+5ast, F.Maria 6+5reb+2ast Halcones: Q.Urbaniak-Dornstauder 16+10reb+1ast, A.Okonkwo 12+7reb, L.Garcia 10+4reb+3ast, P.Beltran 8+2ast, R.Silva 7+5reb+7ast, B.Jones 6+2reb+2ast Panteras - Astros 90-65 Not a big story in a game in Aguascalientes where Astros were outplayed by Panteras 90-65 on Saturday. Panteras looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Forward Samantha Fuehring (191, college: Louisville) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and guard Sabrina Haines (178-1997, college: Kentucky) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. At the losing side forward Joy Adams (180-1993, college: Iona) responded with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and center Jewel Tunstull (190-1992, college: Northeastern) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Panteras will meet Freseras in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Astros will play against Libertadores and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Panteras: S.Fuehring 18+13reb+2ast, S.Haines 17+3reb+4ast, A.Rodriguez 14+4reb+2ast, R.Barahman 12+2reb+7ast, S.Gomes 9+2reb+1ast, K.Vitola 9+2reb+5ast Astros: J.Tunstull 15+6reb, J.Adams 12+6reb+6ast, B.McCarty-Williams 11+3reb+1ast, C.Nelson 10+6reb+2ast, P.Rodriguez 8+1ast, J.Brown 5+7reb+3ast Libertadores - Correcaminos 99-76 Everything went according to plan in Queretaro where Libertadores outleveled Correcaminos 99-76 on Saturday. Libertadores dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Correcaminos' 34. They outrebounded Correcaminos 45-33 including 32 on the defensive glass. Italian forward Marzia Tagliamento (183-1996) stepped up and scored 30 points for the winners and Australian guard Madeleine Garrick (180-1992) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side American guard Brittany Byrd (176-1997, college: UIC) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds and Valerie Barriga scored 17 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. Libertadores will meet Astros in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Correcaminos will play against Adelitas and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Libertadores: M.Tagliamento 30+3reb+1ast, M.Garrick 21+8reb+2ast, M.Lara 15+12reb+3ast, M.Rios 8+7reb+5ast, O.Vezaldenos 8+2reb+3ast, I.Martinez 4+3reb Correcaminos: B.Byrd 23+5reb+2ast, B.Valerie 17+5reb+2ast, S.Mgbeike 11+11reb+1ast, J.Vega 9+5reb+5ast, D.Pardo 5+2reb+5ast, V.Duru 5 Adelitas - Abejas 89-68 There was no surprise in Chihuahua where Abejas were crushed by Adelitas 89-68 on Sunday. Adelitas made 38-of-48 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game, while Abejas only scored fourteen points from the stripe. American center Channon Fluker (193-1997, college: CSUN) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and her fellow American import guard Kristen Spolyar (178-1997, college: Butler) chipped in 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side Venezuelan guard Waleska Perez (180-1994, college: Weatherford JC) responded with 18 points and 7 rebounds and American swingman Gia Pack (178-1998, college: NM State) scored 10 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Adelitas will meet Correcaminos in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Abejas will have a break next round. Top scorers: Adelitas: C.Fluker 23+11reb, K.Spolyar 20+5reb+6ast, G.Avila 14+7reb+6ast, D.Adams 14+8reb+1ast, D.Givens 8+2reb, D.Marcela 8+7reb+3ast Abejas: W.Perez 18+7reb+1ast, D.Soto 15+6reb, G.Micheline 12+1reb, G.Pack 10+8reb+3ast, C.Maria 7+7reb, R.Macarena 4+2reb |
| LMBPF Round 9: Mieleras beat Racers in the most crucial game of the week - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. An exciting game was played in Guanajuato. Leader Mieleras faced second-best Racers. Host Mieleras (6-0) smashed guests from Saltillo (3-3) 84-64. Mieleras outrebounded Racers 49-36 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Racers' players. The best player for the winners was Nigerian forward Ijeoma Uchendu (185-1992, college: Butler) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward Destiny Campbell (185, college: ECU) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Alexis Johnson (183, college: Virginia Union) who recorded 20 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Undefeated Mieleras have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 6-0 record, which they share with Teporacas. Racers at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. An exciting game was played in . Leader Teporacas faced 3rd placed Quetzales. Host Teporacas (6-0) smashed guests from Ciudad de Mexico (1-5) 97-45. It was a good game for Emmonnie Henderson who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. Ana Paz contributed with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Teporacas' coach felt very confident using 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Melissa Gutierrez (, agency: ROCKIN SPORTS) answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds for Quetzales. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Teporacas. They maintain first place with 6-0 record, which they share with Mieleras. Quetzales at the other side keep the third position with five games lost.
Mieleras - Racers 84-64 An exciting game was played in Guanajuato. Leader Mieleras faced second-best Racers. Host Mieleras (6-0) smashed guests from Saltillo (3-3) 84-64. Mieleras outrebounded Racers 49-36 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Racers' players. The best player for the winners was Nigerian forward Ijeoma Uchendu (185-1992, college: Butler) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward Destiny Campbell (185, college: ECU) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Alexis Johnson (183, college: Virginia Union) who recorded 20 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import guard Jani Crawford (173, college: Bethel, TN) added 16 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mieleras have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 6-0 record, which they share with Teporacas. Racers at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. Top scorers: Mieleras: I.Uchendu 25+16reb+5ast, D.Campbell 22+8reb+1ast, F.Gonzalez 9+4reb+2ast, A.Zaira 7+7reb+1ast, B.Silva 6+2reb+6ast, V.Munoz 5+2reb+4ast Racers: A.Johnson 20+8reb+1ast, J.Crawford 16+3reb+3ast, P.Cinthya 10+5reb+1ast, A.Diana 8+7reb+1ast, B.Smith 6+7reb, J.Moran 2+2reb+2ast Teporacas - Quetzales 97-45 An exciting game was played in . Leader Teporacas faced 3rd placed Quetzales. Host Teporacas (6-0) smashed guests from Ciudad de Mexico (1-5) 97-45. Teporacas dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Quetzales' 28. They outrebounded Quetzales 45-29 including 34 on the defensive glass. Teporacas players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Quetzales' players. It was a good game for Emmonnie Henderson who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. Bolivian Ana Paz (-1981) contributed with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Teporacas players scored in double figures. Teporacas' coach felt very confident using 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Melissa Gutierrez (, agency: ROCKIN SPORTS) answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and Cuban center Clenia Noblet (190-1987) added 10 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Quetzales. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Teporacas. They maintain first place with 6-0 record, which they share with Mieleras. Quetzales at the other side keep the third position with five games lost. Top scorers: Teporacas: J.Luna-Castro 17+3reb+1ast, A.Paz 16+7reb+4ast, H.Emmonnie 13+13reb+2ast, K.Martinez 13+2reb+5ast, H.Ramirez 11+6reb+8ast, S.Vargas 7+4reb+6ast Quetzales: G.Melissa 13+11reb, C.Noblet 10+5reb+2ast, A.Palmore 8+1reb+2ast, S.Morales 8+5reb, A.Jimenez 5+2reb+1ast, N.Gonzalez 1+2reb |
| Best players of Mexican LNBPF round 1 - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 25-year old center had a double-double of 17 points and eighteen rebounds, while her team outclassed, the league's bottom-ranked team Abejas (#8, 0-2) with 28-point margin 100-72. It allowed Adelitas to jump to the first place in the Mexican LNBPF. But it's just the very beginning of the season and Adelitas won both games without losing any. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. In the team's last game Fluker had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Adelitas and just after two games she already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. California State University Northridge graduate has very impressive stats this year. Fluker is in league's top in points (5th best: 20.0ppg) and averages solid 1.5bpg and 70.6% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Amy Okonkwo (188-F-1996) of Halcones. Okonkwo impressed basketball fans with 27 points and 9 rebounds. Of course Halcones cruised to a 75-65 relatively comfortable win over Rojas (1-1). The season is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Okonkwo is one of the most experienced players at Halcones and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.5ppg (#7). She also registered 8.0 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was another Adelitas' star - American Danielle Adams (185-C-1989). Adams scored 29 points and grabbed seven rebounds. She was another key player of Adelitas, helping her team with a 100-72 easy win against Abejas (#8, 0-2). Adelitas has a very good start of the season. But there were just 2 games played, so it's too early to judge them at this stage. Adams also has a very good start of the season with very strong stats. Adams has a great season in Mexico. After only 2 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.5ppg (2nd best) and assists with 1.5apg (4th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Marzia Tagliamento (183-F-1996) of Libertadores - 30 points and 3 rebounds 5. Sparkle Taylor (178-G-1995) of Fuerza Regia - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Delicia Washington (178-G-1997) of Fuerza Regia - 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Ciera Johnson (190-C-1997) of Fuerza Regia - 21 points and 11 rebounds 8. Samantha Fuehring (191-F) of Panteras - 22 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Myriam Lara (186-F/C-1994) of Libertadores - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Tanaya Atkinson (183-G-1996) of Adelitas - 11 points, 6 rebounds and 14 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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| Best players of Mexican LMBPF round 9 (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Emmonnie Henderson had a great game in the last round for league's leader Teporacas and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 9 (Second Stage). The had a double-double of 13 points and thirteen rebounds, while her team outclassed Quetzales (#3, 1-5) with 52-point margin 97-45. It allowed Teporacas to consolidate first place in the Mexican LMBPF. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Teporacas already had a very good start winning all 6 without losing a single one. Henderson just recently signed at Teporacas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Emmonnie Henderson averages this season 8.3ppg and 6.4rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Nigerian forward Ijeoma Uchendu (185-F-1992) of Group best team Mieleras. Uchendu impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 25 points and 16 rebounds. Of course she led Mieleras to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Racers (#2, 3-3) 84-64. Of course Mieleras still keep Group 2's top spot. A very good start of the Second Stage for her team, which won so far all 6 games without any defeat. Uchendu is a newcomer at Mieleras 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 Mieleras' star - American Destiny Campbell (185-F). Campbell scored 22 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was another key player of Mieleras, helping her team with a 84-64 easy win against #2 ranked Racers in a game of the week. Mieleras started extremely well this Second Stage. They recorded 6 victories without losing a single game in Group 2. Campbell turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Campbell has a great season in Mexico. After 12 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 20.2ppg (2nd best) and rebounds with 8.8rpg (3rd best). She also has 2.1spg and FGP: 63.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Ana Paz (1981) of Teporacas - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Alexis Johnson (183-F) of Racers - 20 points and 8 rebounds 6. Jacqueline Luna-Castro (188-F-1993) of Teporacas - 17 points and 3 rebounds 7. Sandra Vargas (174-G/F-1997) of Teporacas - 7 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Hazel Ramirez (165-PG-1992) of Teporacas - 11 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Karla Martinez (175-G-2000) of Teporacas - 13 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Diana Armas (185-F-1993) of Racers - 8 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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| ASEM win Game 2 of the Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Gagauzia - ASEM 66-68 ASEM have won Game 2 of the Finals. They edged Gagauzia 68-66 in a thriller. Anastasia Sureadnova (173-G-1978) stepped up with 19 points to pace all the winners, whilst Vladislava Rusu (175-SF-2004) had 24. Iulia Curudimova (168-SF-2004) replied with 21 points in the losing effort. Game 3 is scheduled for May 13th. |
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| Mary Ferrito commits to University of North Carolina Wilmington - by Eurobasket News | |
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University of North Carolina Wilmington agreed terms with guard Mary Ferrito (5'10'') for new 2023-24 season. Plain City (OH) native moved there from University of Wisconsin where she spent her freshman year. But in 5 games she did not score anything and had only 2 rebounds. Ferrito's high school career she had spent at Jonathan Alder in Plain City, OH, which she graduated in 2022. |
| Maddi Cluse commits to Clemson - by Eurobasket News | |
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Clemson University signed guard Maddi Cluse (5'10'') for upcoming 2023-24 season. Northfield (OH) native played for the last two years at Miami University. In 31 games she had 14.9ppg, 8.1rpg, 3.1apg and 1.3spg last season. Cluse's high school career she had spent at Nordonia in Macedonia, OH, which she graduated in 2021. |
| Sydney Harris commits to Texas Christian University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Texas Christian University signed forward Sydney Harris (6'1'') for upcoming 2023-24 season. Edwardsville (IL) native moved there from Central Michigan University where she spent her freshman year. In 30 games she had very impressive stats: 17.1ppg, 3.9rpg, 1.3apg and 1.1spg last season. Harris was named All-Mid-American Conference Freshman of the Year and she was also voted to All-MAC Third Team and MAC All-Freshman Team this year. Harris' high school career she had spent at Edwardsville High, which she graduated in 2022. |
| Madison Conner will continue her college career at Texas Christian University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Texas Christian University inked 5-11 guard Madison Conner for upcoming season. Chandler (AZ) native played for the last three years at University of Arizona. In 30 games she averaged 6.2ppg and 1.7rpg last season. Conner graduated Arizona Compass Prep School (Chandler, AZ) in 2020. Among many awards Conner's team ended regular season as a second best place in Pac-2012 and she helped Arizona team make it to the Pac-2012 Tournament Semifinals and NCAA Finals in 2021. |
| Una Jovanovic transfers to Texas Christian University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Texas Christian University strengthened their roster with addition of guard Una Jovanovic (5'9'') for season 2023-24. Santa Clara (CA) native played for the last two years at California State University, Fullerton. In 30 games she recorded 14.6ppg, 3.5rpg, 3.8apg and 1.1spg last season. Jovanovic was voted to All-Big West Second Team this year. She graduated Pinewood School (Los Altos Hills, CA) in 2021. Texas Christian University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Agnes Emma-Nnopu Madison Conner Una Jovanovic Forward: Sydney Harris |
| Sedona Prince commits to Texas Christian University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She played also at The University of Texas in 2018-2019. Her high school career she had spent at Liberty Hill High, which she graduated in 2018. Prince was also a member of USA international program for some years. She played for USA Senior National Team two years ago and previously for U18 National Team back in 2018. Prince represented USA at the World Championships U17 in Zaragoza (Spain) seven years ago. Her team won Bronze and her stats at that event were 5 games: 1.6ppg, 2.8rpg. Her team also won World Championships U17 in Zaragoza (Spain) in 2020. Texas Christian University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Agnes Emma-Nnopu Madison Conner Una Jovanovic Forwards: Sedona Prince Sydney Harris |
| Amani Freeman commits to Clemson - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Freeman graduated Avon (IN) High in 2019. |
| Abby Feit commits to Missouri - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Feit graduated Normal Community High School (Normal, IL) in 2019. |
| Brianna Wooldridge commits to Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville - by Eurobasket News | |
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Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville signed center Brianna Wooldridge (6'2'') for upcoming 2023-24 season. Schaumburg (IL) native moved there from Indiana Univ-Purdue Univ-Indianapolis where she spent her freshman year. But in 16 games she had just 0.6ppg last season. Wooldridge's high school career she had spent at William Fremd in Palatine, IL, which she graduated in 2022. |
| Imani Lester commits to University of Kansas State - by Eurobasket News | |
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University of Kansas State signed forward Imani Lester (6'3'') for upcoming 2023-24 season. Raleigh (NC) native moved there from University of Louisville where she spent her freshman year. Lester's high school career she had spent at Christian Faith Center Academy in Creedmoor, NC, which she graduated in 2022. |
| Kaitlyn Davis will continue her college career at University of Southern California - by Eurobasket News | |||
She has played high school basketball at Greenwich High, which she graduated in 2019. (via @raoul_000) |
| Mahoganie Williams transfers to Southern Miss - by Eurobasket News | |
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University of Southern Mississippi strengthened their roster with addition of 6-1 forward Mahoganie Williams for season 2023-24. Monroe (LA) native played for the last two years at Norfolk State University. In 32 games she recorded 4.2ppg, 3.3rpg and 1.1bpg last season. Her team won MEAC Regular Season Championship and MEAC Tournament this year. Her team also won MEAC Regular Season Co-Championship in 2022. Spartanettes made it to the MEAC Tournament Finals. Williams was also voted to All-Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Second Team. She was also selected to MEAC All-Defensive Team in two consecutive years: 2022 and 2023. Williams played also at Louisiana Tech University in 2019-2020 and then at Trinity Valley Community College in 2020-2021. Spartanettes made it to the NJCAA Division I Finals and she was also voted to NJCAA D1 All-Tournament Team in 2021. She graduated Ouachita Parish High School (Monroe, LA) in 2019. |
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| Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese League Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Finals MVP: Kamilah Jackson (183-F-1992) of GDESSA Player of the Year:  Raphaella Monteiro (181-F-1995) of BenficaGuard of the Year: Miriam McKenzie (177-G-1990) of CAB MadeiraForward of the Year: Raphaella Monteiro (181-F-1995) of BenficaCenter of the Year: Barbara Bazilio (185-C-1991) of CatanduvaDomestic Player of the Year:  Joana Soeiro (170-G-1995) of BenficaImport Player of the Year: Raphaella Monteiro (181-F-1995) of BenficaDefensive Player of the Year: Ndioma Kane (188-F-1999) of CDEFFCoach of the Year: Andre Martins of GDESSA
First Team Miriam McKenzie (177-G-1990) of CAB Madeira Joana Soeiro (170-G-1995) of Benfica Vashti Nwagbaraocha (181-F/G-1997) of Esgueira Raphaella Monteiro (181-F-1995) of Benfica Barbara Bazilio (185-C-1991) of Catanduva
Second Team Marcia Costa (173-SG-1989) of GDESSA Ana Raimundo (167-PG-1993) of Esgueira Krystal Freeman (183-F-1999) of GDESSA Michaela Porter (182-PF) of Q.Lombos Dayna Rouse (185-F-1998) of CDEFF
Honorable Mention Eva Carregosa (165-G-2002) of Sportiva Alyesha Lovett (183-F/G-1993) of Sportiva Gabriela Raimundo (167-PG-1993) of Esgueira Maianca Umabano (180-F-1997) of GDESSA Brooklyn McDavid (185-F) of CAB Madeira Monique Pereira (190-C-1996) of Ituano Isabela Quevedo (188-PF-2003) of Natacao Daniela Domingues (176-G/F-1992) of Galitos Kwanza Murray (176-G-1996) of Vagos Karissa Kajorinne (173-G) of Olivais Courtney Warley (190-C-1999) of Benfica
All-Domestic Players Team Joana Soeiro (170-G-1995) of Benfica Ana Raimundo (167-PG-1993) of Esgueira Marcia Costa (173-SG-1989) of GDESSA Maianca Umabano (180-F-1997) of GDESSA Ndioma Kane (188-F-1999) of CDEFF
All-Imports Team Miriam McKenzie (177-G-1990) of CAB Madeira Alyesha Lovett (183-F/G-1993) of Sportiva Vashti Nwagbaraocha (181-F/G-1997) of Esgueira Raphaella Monteiro (181-F-1995) of Benfica Barbara Bazilio (185-C-1991) of Catanduva |
| Alges, Loures, CPN B and Cantanhede promoted to 1 Divisao - by Luis Rocha |
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Last round of the promotion phase and the ones that were at the first place confirmed their positions. Cantanhede was already achieved their goal, but at the end CPN B , Basket Loures and Sport Alges Dafundo were able to maintain their ground. Great games at the South, full houses , lot a people cheering for their teams, tough games. Sport Alges Dafundo played home against Belenenses, and altough Belenenses were able at some point in the game to short down the advantage taken by Sport Alges Dafundo at the firs t round to 4 points, Daniela Santos (170-PG-1997) turn the game completely for Sport Alges Dafundo and they finish the game with a win by 10 points 55-45. Basket Loures played away taking to the game a 2 points adavantage from the first round game. A very closest margin. They played very well at the firat quarter, achieving an adavantage of 12 points by then was the time for GDEMAM at the second quarter, and the game went to the break with a 6 points adavantage that will put them into 1 Divisao. Things remain tight trough the third quarter , but at the last Basket Loures prevail and went ahead by 4 pointas at the final 63-59. Stephanie Ball led the team once again, and scoring 36 points. Vasco da Gama second of North B hosted CPN B, but was not ables to outscore the away team advantage from the first round, they even lost this game by a solid margin 52.77. CPN B was the winner of North A and are for sure the main contenders at the Division National title. Cantanhede decide to party on the last game of North B and that way they lost focus and loose against UTAD, but the main purpose was already achieved on the week before. ow the semis. Sport Alges Dafundo-Basket Loures and Cantanhede-CPN B. Sport Alges Dafundo and CPN B should step up to the Final game that will decide the National Champion of 2 Divisao. CPN B showed troughout the season that they are the strongest in the North, but on a decisive game one never knows what can happen. Meanwhile Sport Alges Dafundo will face a wekened Basket Loures because Julia Alexander will be already out of the team due to professional reason that demand her comeback to the USA, and that will make all the diference for sure on a team that has only 8 players (without Alexander cut down to 7). |
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| Valencia conquer LF Endesa title - by Eurobasket News |
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Avenida - Valencia 69-81 Valencia clinched their first ever LF Endesa title. They overcame Avenida on the road to complete the sweep of the championship series. They Valencia made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. Valencia outrebounded Avenida 39-26 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. International center Raquel Carrera (188-2001) scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Queralt Casas (177-1992) chipped in 9 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Valencia's coach Ruben Burgos used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international point guard Silvia Dominguez (166-1987) responded with 14 points and American swingman Alexis Prince (188-1994, college: Baylor) scored 12 points. Four Avenida players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Avenida: S.Dominguez 14+2reb+2ast, M.Fasoula 12+3reb+1ast, A.Prince 12+4reb, B.Carleton 11+3reb+1ast, L.Rodriguez-Manso 7+1reb+3ast, J.Reisingerova 6+2reb+1ast Valencia: R.Carrera 20+8reb+5ast, L.Cox 13+5reb, C.Ouvina 13+2reb+4ast, M.Guelich 9+7reb+2ast, Q.Casas 9+8reb+3ast, A.Torrens 7+1reb+1ast |
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| NBL Round 11: Nkumba LM still not able to record any victory - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Bottom-ranked Nkumba LM is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to fifth ranked Magic Stormers (6-2) 84-40 on Sunday evening. Magic Stormers dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Nkumba LM's 34. Magic Stormers forced 50 Nkumba LM turnovers and outrebounded them 59-36 including a 32-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. Magic Stormers looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Nkumba LM's players. Kur Ajah orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 7 steals. Guard Christine Nakito contributed with 8 points and 19 rebounds for the winners. Pennitah Nabakooza answered with 15 points and 6 steals for Nkumba LM. Magic Stormers moved-up to second place, which they share with UCU Ladies and JKL Dolphins. Nkumba LM at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Kampala: Kampala Uni (#9) and Angels (#10). Kampala Uni (3-5) won against visiting Angels (1-7) 62-47. It was a great evening for Margaret Bagaala who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds. Mercy Batamuliza helped adding 4 points, 22 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Elizabeth Akol (-1993) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds. Angels' coach rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kampala Uni moved-up to eighth place. Angels at the other side keep the tenth position with seven games lost. The most impressive performance of 11th round was 21 points, 5 assists and 4 steals by Charity Lamaro of Magic Stormers.
Kampala Uni - Angels 62-47 Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Kampala: Kampala Uni (#9) and Angels (#10). Kampala Uni (3-5) won against visiting Angels (1-7) 62-47. Kampala Uni held Angels to an opponent 20.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.5 percent accuracy of the winners. Kampala Uni forced 27 Angels turnovers and outrebounded them 62-48 including a 40-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Angels' players. It was a great evening for Margaret Bagaala who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds. Mercy Batamuliza helped adding 4 points, 22 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Elizabeth Akol (-1993) responded with 23 points and 5 rebounds and Catherine Amugusut (-1983) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Angels' coach rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kampala Uni moved-up to eighth place. Angels at the other side keep the tenth position with seven games lost. Top scorers: Kampala Uni: B.Margaret 28+11reb+3ast, A.Harriet 17+10reb+2ast, N.Hanifah 7+6reb+6ast, A.Josephine 6, B.Mercy 4+22reb+8ast, B.Grace 0 Angels: A.Elizabeth 23+5reb+2ast, A.Catherine 20+5reb+2ast, M.Joan 3+7reb+1ast, N.Annet 1+1reb, D.Adit 0+11reb, R.Asunta 0+2reb Nkumba LM - Magic Stormers 40-84 Bottom-ranked Nkumba LM is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their eighth consecutive match to fifth ranked Magic Stormers (6-2) 84-40 on Sunday evening. Magic Stormers dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Nkumba LM's 34. Magic Stormers forced 50 Nkumba LM turnovers and outrebounded them 59-36 including a 32-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. Magic Stormers looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Nkumba LM's players. Kur Ajah orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 7 steals. Guard Christine Nakito contributed with 8 points and 19 rebounds for the winners. Pennitah Nabakooza answered with 15 points and 6 steals and Regina Ajuma (178-2003) added 8 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Nkumba LM. Magic Stormers moved-up to second place, which they share with UCU Ladies and JKL Dolphins. Nkumba LM at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. Top scorers: Magic Stormers: L.Charity 21+3reb+5ast, A.Kur 19+16reb+6ast, A.Daphine 18+1reb+6ast, B.Namwenge 9+2reb, N.Christine 8+19reb+3ast, O.Nyachwo 5+4reb Nkumba LM: N.Pennitah 15+4reb+3ast, A.Regina 8+8reb+3ast, N.Jesca 6+9reb+1ast, N.Mellisa 5+5reb+1ast, N.Victoria 4+3reb+2ast, P.Nyakake 2+1ast |
| Bagaala's double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Margaret Bagaala had an amazing evening in the last round for Kampala Uni and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 11. She had a double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds, while her team beat Angels (#10, 1-7) 62-47. Kampala Uni is placed at 8th position in Ugandan NBL. Kampala Uni is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 3-5 record. In the team's last game Bagaala had a remarkable 55.0% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Kampala Uni, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Bagaala has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 25.4ppg. Bagaala is in league's top in and averages solid 5.0spg. Second best performed player last round was Mercy Batamuliza. She is a in her first season at Kampala Uni. In the last game Batamuliza recorded impressive 4 points, 22 rebounds and 8 assists. Of course together with Bagaala she helped Kampala Uni with another comfortable win 62-47 over slightly lower-ranked Angels (#10, 1-7) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Kampala Uni to move up to 8th position in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 3-5 record. Batamuliza is one of the most experienced players at Kampala Uni and similarly like Margaret Bagaala has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Christine Nakito (G) of Magic Stormers (#4). Nakito scored 8 points and grabbed nineteen rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Magic Stormers, leading her team to a 84-40 easy win against Nkumba LM (#12, 0-8). Magic Stormers needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 2 lost games. Nakito has a great season in Uganda. After only 6 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 14.8rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Kur Ajah) of Magic Stormers - 19 points, 16 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Charity Lamaro (G) of Magic Stormers - 21 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Daphine Adong (F) of Magic Stormers - 18 points and 6 assists 7. Ruth Nambirige) of Magic Stormers - 4 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Elizabeth Akol (SG-1993) of Angels - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Harriet Amoding) of Kampala Uni - 17 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Pennitah Nabakooza) of Nkumba LM - 15 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)
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| WBBL Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Leicester and London Lions record victories - by Eurobasket News |
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Caledonia G. - Leicester R. 50-69 Riders outrebounded Gladiators 35-24 including a 27-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. American players dominated the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Oliana Squires (173-1998, college: Montana St.) who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Power forward Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-1990, college: WSC) contributed with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Riders' coach Krumesh Patel used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Tea Adams (175-1999, college: Oregon St.) answered with 20 points and power forward Abbie Wolf (193-1998, college: Northwestern) added 9 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Gladiators. Top scorers: Leicester R.: O.Squires 25+7reb+4ast, A.Harris-Arlen 12+8reb+4ast, M.Johnston 12+3reb+8ast, H.Robb 7+5reb+1ast, F.O'Dwyer 6+6reb+1ast, J.Eadsforth-Yaytes 3+3reb Caledonia G.: T.Adams 20+1ast, A.Wolf 9+7reb+2ast, P.Elias 6+4reb+2ast, E.McGarrahan 6+3reb, C.Handy 5+1reb+2ast, T.Jovancevic 2+3reb London L. - Sevenoaks S. 74-49 Lions dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Suns' 18. They outrebounded Suns 44-29 including a 15-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Lions players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Suns' players. American forward Ty Battle (183-1999, college: Delaware, agency: LBM Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and the former international guard Holly Winterburn (178-2000, college: UC Davis) chipped in 13 points and 6 assists. At the losing side American guard Araion Bradshaw (168-1996, college: Dayton) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import power forward Brittany Hodges (185-1993, college: Furman) scored 10 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: London L.: T.Battle 19+12reb+1ast, H.Winterburn 13+2reb+6ast, K.Snytsina 11+2reb+2ast, C.Charles 8+3reb+1ast, T.Murray 8+4reb+4ast, S.Beckford-Norton 5+4reb+2ast Sevenoaks S.: A.Bradshaw 17+5reb+3ast, J.Monakana 11+2reb, B.Hodges 10+5reb+3ast, R.Busch 4+6reb+1ast, J.Fritz 3, J.Koeppl 2+5reb |
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| Liga Femenina Round 3: Hebraica hands first loss to Malvin - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Malvin (4-1) in Montevideo on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Hebraica (3-2) 60-55. It was a good game for Argentinian Abril Ramirez (167-2000) who led her team to a victory with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. point guard Romina Dalesandro (157-2003) contributed with 8 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Paula Fernandez (178-2005) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds for Malvin. Malvin's coach Juan Serdio rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hebraica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena 25 de Agosto. Ninth-ranked Remeros (0-5) used its home court advantage to challenge 25 de Agosto (5-0) in Mercedes. The visitors from Montevideo managed to secure only two-point victory 62-60. However their fans expected much easier game. It was a great evening for Sabrina Molina (179-1998) who led her team to a victory scoring 9 points, 20 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. Rocio Bereilh helped adding 21 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Valeria Barrett (175-2000) with 17 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. 25 de Agosto's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Hebraica. The game in Las Piedras supposed to be also quite interesting. D.Sporting (5-0) played at the court of Juventud (0-4). D.Sporting smashed Juventud 84-46 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for Paloma Niz who led the winners and scored 27 points and 4 assists. Karina Acosta came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for Juventud 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. D.Sporting's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Lagomar. In the last two games of round 3 winless Juventud was smashed by Lagomar on the road 83-59. Winless Urunday lost to Yale on its own court 41-57. The most impressive performance of 3rd round was 18 points and 4 assists by Aldana Barragan of Yale.
Lagomar - Juventud 83-59 The game between closely ranked teams ended with Lagomar's (1-2) home victory over Juventud (0-4) in Montevideo 83-59 on Wednesday. Lagomar dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Juventud's 30. Lagomar forced 27 Juventud turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Paraguayan forward Natalia Quevedo (170-1998) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 8 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals. Argentinian guard Melina Marcial (168-1998) accounted for 20 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winning side. Four Lagomar players scored in double figures. Forward Karina Acosta (-1986) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and center Florencia Spinelli (186-1994) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Juventud 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. Lagomar's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena D.Sporting. Top scorers: Juventud: K.Acosta 21+11reb+2ast, F.Spinelli 16+7reb+2ast, O.Marcela 10+4reb+2ast, M.Alejandra 5+1ast, C.Alina 4+4reb+1ast, C.Diaz 3+12reb+8ast Lagomar: N.Quevedo 22+8reb+12ast, M.Marcial 20+8reb+6ast, M.Selena 11+10reb, S.Sabrina 10+5reb, L.Menendez 9+4reb+3ast, C.Panetta 6+8reb+1ast Hebraica - Malvin 60-55 The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Malvin (4-1) in Montevideo on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Hebraica (3-2) 60-55. It was a good game for Argentinian Abril Ramirez (167-2000) who led her team to a victory with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Romina Dalesandro (157-2003) contributed with 8 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Paula Fernandez (178-2005) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and Florencia Somma (175-1988) added 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Malvin. Malvin's coach Juan Serdio rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hebraica's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena 25 de Agosto. Top scorers: Malvin: F.Paula 19+10reb+2ast, F.Somma 13+11reb+4ast, F.Midaglia 11+4reb+1ast, P.Sofia 5+3reb+1ast, S.Bello 5+2reb+3ast, E.Larre 2+4reb Hebraica: A.Ramirez 19+9reb+4ast, T.Paula 11+4reb, U.Antonella 10+3reb, D.Romina 8+5reb+6ast, T.Melisa 4+7reb+1ast, M.Abril 4+5reb+1ast Juventud - D.Sporting 46-84 The game in Las Piedras supposed to be also quite interesting. D.Sporting (5-0) played at the court of Juventud (0-4). D.Sporting smashed Juventud 84-46 on Saturday. D.Sporting forced 41 Juventud turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Paraguayan forward Paloma Niz (175-1999) who led the winners and scored 27 points and 4 assists. Guard Joaquina Gregorio (168-2001) accounted for 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Forward Karina Acosta (-1986) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and guard Cynthia Diaz (158-1994) added 5 points and 7 steals respectively for Juventud 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. D.Sporting's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Lagomar. Top scorers: Juventud: K.Acosta 24+10reb+2ast, A.Giannina 6+5reb, C.Diaz 5+4reb+2ast, P.Ivana 5+3reb+2ast, C.Alina 4+3reb, O.Marcela 2+6reb+1ast D.Sporting: P.Niz 27+4reb+4ast, G.Joaquina 16+6reb+4ast, R.Pierina 11+3reb+3ast, H.Julieta 9+4reb, B.Antonia 5+1reb+1ast, C.Krystal 4 Remeros - 25 de Agosto 60-62 Ninth-ranked Remeros (0-5) used its home court advantage to challenge 25 de Agosto (5-0) in Mercedes. The visitors from Montevideo managed to secure only two-point victory 62-60. However their fans expected much easier game. 25 de Agosto dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Remeros' 18. 25 de Agosto forced 30 Remeros turnovers and outrebounded them 57-35 including a 28-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for Sabrina Molina (179-1998) who led her team to a victory scoring 9 points, 20 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. Argentinian guard Rocio Bereilh (165-2001) helped adding 21 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Valeria Barrett (175-2000) with 17 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and point guard Mariana Alvarez (165-2000) scored 13 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. 25 de Agosto's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Hebraica. Top scorers: Remeros: V.Barrett 17+6reb+4ast, A.Mariana 13+3reb, O.Lucia 10+4reb+2ast, L.Paulina 6+5reb+1ast, S.Federica 4+2reb+1ast, B.Sylvie 4+4reb+2ast 25 de Agosto: R.Bereilh 21+6reb+2ast, M.Sabrina 9+20reb+7ast, D.Cartro 7+8reb+1ast, L.Ivanna 6+1reb+3ast, S.Mariangel 6+1reb, P.Catalina 5+4reb Urunday - Yale 41-57 Rather expected game when Urunday (0-5) lost to Yale (1-2) in Montevideo 41-57 on Saturday. Yale held Urunday to an opponent 23.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 29.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Yale forced 20 Urunday turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for forward Aldana Barragan who led the winners and scored 18 points and 4 assists. Argentinian point guard Julieta Sienra (161-2003) accounted for 6 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Point guard Gabriela Piriz (158-1988) came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Florencia Barbier (-2001) added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks respectively for Urunday in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Yale will meet at home Remeros (#9) in the next round. Urunday will play against Aguada and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Urunday: P.Gabriela 14+11reb+4ast, B.Florencia 11+6reb+1ast, G.Fiorella 9+5reb, G.Ivana 2+1reb, O.Antonella 2+1reb+4ast, S.Celeste 2+3reb+2ast Yale: B.Aldana 18+4reb+4ast, C.Luciana 9+3reb+2ast, M.Cinthia 8+7reb+1ast, F.Camila 8+3reb, S.Julieta 6+7reb+5ast, C.Valentina 6+8reb |
| Quevedo's double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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24-year old forward Natalia Quevedo (170-F-1998) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Lagomar and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 3. She got a double-double of 22 points and 12 assists, while her team crushed, the league's bottom-ranked team Juventud (#8, 0-4) with 24-point margin 83-59. Lagomar is placed at 6th position in Uruguayan Liga Femenina. Lagomar is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 1-2 record. In the team's last game Quevedo had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Lagomar and just after two games she already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Quevedo has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (6th best: 17.5ppg), assists (4th best: 6.5apg) and averages solid 2.5bpg,4.5spg and 71.4% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Paloma Niz (175-F-1999) of league's second-best D.Sporting. She is Paraguayan forward in her first season at D.Sporting. In the last game Niz recorded impressive 27 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course she led D.Sporting to another comfortable win outscoring Juventud (0-4) 84-46. A very good start of the season for her team, which won so far all 5 games without any defeat. Niz is one of the most experienced players at D.Sporting and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Sabrina Molina (179-PF-1998) of league's leader 25 de Agosto. Molina showcased her all-around game by recording 9 points, twenty rebounds (!!!) and seven assists in the last round. She was a key player of 25 de Agosto, leading her team to a 62-60 win against Remeros (#9, 0-5). 25 de Agosto started extremely well this year. They recorded 5 victories without losing a single game. Molina turns to be one of the very best players in the league while she is also a leader of the top team having her eyes on the championship title. Molina has a great season in Uruguay. After only 3 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.3ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 23.0rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Melina Marcial (168-G-1998) of Lagomar - 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Paula Fernandez (178-PF-2005) of Malvin - 19 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Aldana Barragan (F) of Yale - 18 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Joaquina Gregorio (168-G-2001) of D.Sporting - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Florencia Somma (175-PF-1988) of Malvin - 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Abril Ramirez (167-SF-2000) of Hebraica - 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Karina Acosta (F-1986) of Juventud - 24 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)
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| Minnesota Lynx Waive Kiana Williams and Stephanie Watts - by Eurobasket News |
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The Minnesota Lynx today announced the team has waived guards Kiana Williams (5'8''-PG-1999, college: Stanford) and Stephanie Watts (5'11''-G-1997, college: UNC). During the 2022 WNBA season, Williams played three games on a hardship contract with the Seattle Storm and later signed a seven-day contract with the Connecticut Sun. She was selected in the 2021 WNBA Draft by the Seattle Storm as the 18th overall pick. Watts was originally selected as the 10th pick of the 2021 WNBA Draft by the Los Angeles Sparks. She later played that season in six games for the Chicago Sky and averaged 0.5 assists and 3.7 rebounds in 14.0 minutes per game. Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com |
