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| ABA LEAGUE |
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| ABA LEAGUE U19 |
| Eurobasket.com All-ABA U19 League Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||
All-Tournament MVP:  Nikola Djurisic (203-SG-2004) of Mega BG
All-Tournament Team Nikola Djurisic (203-SG-2004) of Mega BG Andrija Jelavic (207-F-2004) of OKK Beograd Nikola Topic (198-G-2005) of OKK Beograd Ognjen Stankovic (199-F/G-2005) of Igokea Vukasin Todorovic (202-F-2004) of C.Olimpija mladi |
| ARGENTINA |
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| La Liga Round 4 of 1/8 Finals. Riachuelo and Obras advance - by Eurobasket News |
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Regatas - Platense 58-71 Worth to mention a great performance of Uruguayan-Italian swingman Nicola Pomoli (195-1999) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds and American power forward DeMarco Owens (203-1996, college: Montevallo) who added 10 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Owens is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side guard Juan Arengo (185-1996) responded with 16 points and 5 rebounds and forward Alejandro Diez (201-1987) scored 13 points. Top scorers: Regatas: J.Arengo 16+5reb+3ast, A.Diez 13+3reb+3ast, A.Jaime 7+3reb+5ast, F.Pinero 6+7reb+1ast, T.Franchela 5, P.Espinoza 5+2reb Platense: P.Nicola 27+12reb+3ast, J.Morales 10+1reb+1ast, D.Owens 10+7reb+1ast, V.Fernandez 9+1reb+2ast, S.Barrales 8+1reb+1ast, S.Morales 4+3reb+2ast Riachuelo LR - Olimpico 103-88 Riachuelo LR outrebounded Olimpico 37-19 including a 25-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. 26 personal fouls committed by Olimpico helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Mariano Fierro (200-1986) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds and guard Fortunato Rolfi (186-2001) who added 14 points and 6 assists during the contest. Riachuelo LR's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American guard Elyjah Clark (190-1998, college: MSSU) responded with 28 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!) and point guard Nicolas Paletta (179-1987) scored 16 points and 7 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Olimpico: E.Clark 28+4reb+1ast, N.Paletta 16+7ast, D.Tintorelli 11+7reb, P.Tabarez 11+3reb+2ast, N.Alex 10+1reb, R.Acuna 9+1reb Riachuelo LR: M.Fierro 22+10reb+1ast, R.Fortunato 14+1reb+6ast, D.Simpson 14+4reb+2ast, F.Pennacchiotti 13+4reb+1ast, L.Mosley 11+5reb+1ast, J.Davis 9+2reb+1ast La Union - Obras 84-89 Worth to mention a great performance of Uruguayan forward Joaquin Rodriguez (198-1999, agency: Pro Sports) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 5 rebounds and the former international point guard Pedro Barral (187-1994) who added 25 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) during the contest. At the losing side American-Syrian guard Douglas Herring Jr (191-1987, college: Utica) responded with 15 points and 5 assists and American guard Thomas Cooper (196-1992, college: Calgary) scored 14 points (made all of his eight free throws). Five La Union players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: La Union: F.Vieta 16+2reb, D.Herring Jr. 15+1reb+5ast, T.Cooper 14+3reb+3ast, E.David 12+6reb, M.Henry 10+4reb+1ast, I.Basualdo 10+3reb+1ast Obras: J.Rodriguez 25+5reb+2ast, P.Barral 25+1reb+4ast, I.Copeland 10+4reb, V.Juan Pablo 7+1reb+1ast, E.Serres 5+6reb, J.Solarin 4+8reb |
| SPB 2023 - Agustin Caffaro (ex Penarol) signs at Guaiqueries - by Francisco Vega | |||
He was also a member of Argentinian international program for some years. Caffaro played for Argentinian Senior National Team between 2019 and 2020 and previously for U19 National Team back in 2013. He also represented Argentina at the World Cup in China four years ago. Caffaro's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 6 games: 1.3ppg. Caffaro has played previously professionally in Uruguay (Urupan). Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Argentinian LaLiga in 2020. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay Metropolitan League Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
| Liga WPlay 2023 - Jose Defelippo (ex Penarol) is a newcomer at Titanes - by Francisco Vega | ||||
He has played also professionally for other Argentinian teams like Comunicaciones and Comunicaciones. Defelippo won Argentinian La Liga championship title in 2021. |
| AUSTRALIA |
| Majok Deng claims Australian NBL One weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 29-year old forward had a double-double of 39 points and eleven rebounds, while his team crushed RedCity R. (#13, 2-4) with 24-point margin 111-87. Logan T. is placed at 2nd position in Australian NBL One. They are still close to the very top. Logan T. would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 5-1 record. In the team's last game Deng had a remarkable 76.5% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Logan T., being already a very valuable addition to the team. University of Louisiana at Monroe graduate has very impressive stats this year. Deng is in league's top in points (5th best: 28.8ppg), rebounds (9th best: 12.3rpg) and averages solid 1.3bpg and 57.7% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Sudanese forward Kouat Noi (201-F-1997) of USC Rip. Noi impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 34 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as USC Rip was edged by the higher-ranked Northside W. (#5, 4-2) 92-91. This loss caused USC Rip to drop to 8th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 3-2 record is not bad and everything may still change. Noi is one of the most experienced players at USC Rip and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-G/F-1992) of W.Adelaide B. (#4). Drmic got into 30-points club by scoring 37 points in the last round. He went also for twelve rebounds and seven assists. He was a key player of W.Adelaide B., leading his team to a 117-91 easy win against the lower-ranked Eastern M. (#9, 1-6). W.Adelaide B. needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 5 victories and 2 lost games. Drmic has a very solid season. In 7 games in Australia he scored 22.3ppg. He also has 7.4rpg, 4.6apg and FGP: 66.1%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jason Cadee (186-G-1991) of Gold Coast R. - 32 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists 5. Owen Foxwell (187-G-2003) of Eltham W. - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Dane Pineau (206-F-1994) of Sandringham S. - 22 points and 19 rebounds 7. Jordan Forbes (193-G-1998) of Sturt S. - 18 points, 15 rebounds and 11 assists 8. Darnell Hoskins Jr. (180-G) of Willetton T. - 35 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Makuach Maluachx (200-F/G-1998) of Darwin S. - 32 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Sam McDaniel (198-G/F-1995) of Hobart C. - 30 points, 10 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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| BASKETBALL AFRICA LEAGUE |
| Perry's 41-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 41 points adding four rebounds and eight assists for Fer.Beira in his team's victory, helping them to beat SLAC (#6, 0-2), the league's bottom-ranked team 109-97. Fer.Beira is placed at 4th position in Basketball Africa League. Fer.Beira 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 Perry had a remarkable nine three-pointers out of 14 attempts. He just recently signed at Fer.Beira, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Lenoir-Rhyne College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Perry is in league's top in points (2nd best: 12.3ppg) and assists (2nd best: 4.9apg). Second best performed player last round was Dane Miller (203-PF-1990) of SLAC. He is American forward in his first season at SLAC. In the last game Miller recorded impressive 30 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as SLAC lost that game 97-109 to slightly higher-ranked Fer.Beira (#4, 1-2). This loss caused SLAC to drop to 6th position in the standings. 2 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Miller is a newcomer at SLAC and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.8ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 9.8rpg and 3.3apg. Former Rutgers University star Miller is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Third place about best performers goes to Germaine Roebuck (196-SF-1997) of City Oilers (#5). Roebuck scored 28 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). Despite Roebuck's great performance City Oilers lost 70-72 to the league's current leader Al Ahly (#2, 2-0). 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. Roebuck has individually a great season in Basketball Africa League. After only 2 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.5rpg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Najeal Young (198-PG-1994) of Fer.Beira - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Uchenna Iroegbu (183-PG-1996) of SLAC - 29 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Gerson Goncalves (193-F/G-1996) of P.Luanda - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Damian Hollis (203-F-1988) of P.Luanda - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Nuni Omot (206-SF-1994) of Al Ahly - 17 points and 7 rebounds 9. Joaquim Pedro (176-PG-1995) of P.Luanda - 13 points and 5 rebounds 10. Omar Oraby (218-C-1991) of Al Ahly - 10 points and 10 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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| Boulazac inks Bubu Palo - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He is quite experienced player. Palo has played also professionally in Denmark (Naestved), Greece (Promitheas), NBA G League (Sioux Falls Skyforce and Texas Legends) and The Basketball Tournament (Big X and Hilton ML). He won D-League Central Division championship title in 2015 and 2016. Palo graduated from Iowa State in 2014 and it is his ninth season as a professional player. |
| CANADA |
| Bryant Selebangue transfers to Arizona State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Arizona State University strengthened their roster with addition of Canadian 6-9 forward Bryant Selebangue for season 2023-24. Selebangue moved there from The University of Tulsa where he played only for one year. In 30 games he recorded 12.0ppg and 9.2rpg. He played also at Hutchinson Community College in 2020-2021 and then at Florida Southwestern State College in 2021-2022. His team won KJCCC D1 West Division Championship and he helped Tulsa team make it to the NJCAA D1 Plains District Finals and NJCAA Division I Sweet 16 in 2021. Selebangue's team ended regular season as a second best place in Southern Conference in 2022. Selebangue helped Tulsa make it to the NJCAA D1 FCSAA State Semifinals. He was also voted to FCSAA All-State/NJCAA All-Region VIII Team, All-Southern Conference First Team and FCSAA All-State/NJCAA All-Region VIII Team. Selebangue graduated The Rise Centre Academy (Brantford, ON) in 2020. He helped his team make it to the OSBA Semifinals and he was also selected to BioSteel All-Canadian Game that year. Arizona State University roster for 2023-24: Forwards: Zane Meeks Kamari Lands Bryant Selebangue Shawn Phillips |
| Liam McChesney commits to High Point - by Eurobasket News | |
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High Point University signed 21-year old Canadian forward Liam McChesney (6'10''-200lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. McChesney played for the last two years at Illinois State University. In 28 games he had 6.5ppg and 3.2rpg last season. He played also at Utah State University in 2019-2021. McChesney's high school career he had spent at Charles Hays Secondary School in Prince Rupert, BC, which he graduated in 2019. McChesney was a member of Canadian U17 National Team back in 2018. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Canadian National U15 Championship and he was also voted to British Columbia U15 Provincional Team in 2016. |
| CHILE |
| Barroso's double-double lands him LNB 2 Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He had a double-double of 16 points and 16 rebounds, while his team outclassed Aleman (#2, 2-1) with 60-point margin 92-32. It allowed Liceo PN to take over top position in the Chilean LNB 2. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Liceo PN already had a very good start winning all 3 without losing a single one. Barroso just recently signed at Liceo PN, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Barroso has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 16.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 16.0rpg) and averages solid 2.3bpg and 61.5% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Andres Lavin (F-1995) of Tomas L.. He is a forward in his first season at Tomas L.. In the last game Lavin recorded impressive 21 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Bad luck as Tomas L. was edged by Liceo Curico (1-1) 80-78. The season is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Lavin is a newcomer at Tomas L. and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to forward Heder Louis (F) of Liceo Curico (#5). Louis scored 13 points and grabbed eighteen rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Liceo Curico, leading his team to a 80-78 win against Tomas L. (#7, 0-3). Liceo Curico needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Zona Sur. Their record at this point is 1 victory and 1 lost game. The season just started for Louis as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader. Other top performing players last week: 4. Esteban Castro (F-1999) of Tomas L. - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Gaspar Hernandez (SG-1999) of Sportiva Italiana - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Carlos Ahuile (193-C-1999) of Arabe de Valp. - 12 points and 16 rebounds 7. Jose Fuentes (197-G/F-1990) of Liceo PN - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Michael Ernst (187-SF-1982) of Liceo PN - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Keinder Albarran) of Liceo Curico - 30 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Nicolas Vargas (F-2001) of Arabe de Valp. - 11 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| LNB Round 27: Los Leones defeat Ancud in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in LNB. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. An interesting game for Los Leones (21-4) which played road game in Ancud against 3rd placed Ancud (17-7). Second ranked Los Leones had an easy win 99-77. Los Leones outrebounded Ancud 39-23 including 29 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 51.5 percentage. It was a good game for American power forward Markus Kennedy (206-1991, college: SMU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international forward Darrol Jones (193-1994) contributed with 20 points and 5 assists for the winners. Los Leones' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Stephen Maxwell (201-1993, college: CSUN) answered with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds for Ancud. Los Leones have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 21-4 record having just three points less than leader Concepcion. Ancud at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Puente Alto. Los Leones are looking forward to face Valdivia (#6) at home in the next round. Ancud will play against Espanol T. in Talca and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident. LNB top team - Concepcion (23-3) added another victory to their record. This time they beat eighth ranked Quilicura (13-11) 89-83. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Quilicura. It was a great evening for American forward Miles Bowman Jr (198-1993, college: High Point) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 17 rebounds. Jerry Evans helped adding 22 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Chris Perry (203-1994, college: LMU) with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds. Defending champion maintains first place with 23-3 record. Quilicura at the other side keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. Concepcion will play against Puerto Varas (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Quilicura will play against Las Animas in Valdivia and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game between 11th ranked Puerto Montt (9-18) and seventh ranked Espanol O. (15-13) in Puerto Montt on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Osorno outscored Puerto Montt 95-47. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Puerto Montt. It was a quality performance for DeAndre Daniels who led the winners and scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Josh Morris came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds for Puerto Montt 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. Espanol O. maintains seventh place with 15-13 record. Loser Puerto Montt keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. Espanol O. will meet at home higher ranked Puente Alto (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Puerto Montt will have a break next round. In the last two games of round 27 Las Animas beat Puerto Varas on the road 88-76. Valdivia destroyed Tinguiririca on its own court 90-57. The most impressive performance of 27th round was 21 points and 9 rebounds by Angel Ibanez of Tinguiririca.
Quilicura - Concepcion 83-89 LNB top team - Concepcion (23-3) added another victory to their record. This time they beat eighth ranked Quilicura (13-11) 89-83. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Quilicura. Concepcion made 21-of-23 charity shots (91.3 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American forward Miles Bowman Jr (198-1993, college: High Point) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 17 rebounds. His fellow American import forward Jerry Evans (203-1990, college: Nevada) helped adding 22 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Chris Perry (203-1994, college: LMU) with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds and Facundo Fernandez scored 14 points and 6 assists. Defending champion maintains first place with 23-3 record. Quilicura at the other side keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. Concepcion will play against Puerto Varas (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Quilicura will play against Las Animas in Valdivia and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Concepcion: M.Bowman Jr. 30+17reb+1ast, J.Evans 22+5reb+2ast, E.Luzcando 13+6reb+8ast, D.Silva 9+2reb+2ast, E.Marechal 6+1reb, S.Lino 5+3reb+1ast Quilicura: C.Perry 33+14reb+2ast, P.Coro 14+1reb+2ast, F.Facundo 14+2reb+6ast, J.Luis Campos 9+1ast, D.Lowery 7+13reb+1ast, D.Arcos 6 Puerto Montt - Espanol O. 47-95 The game between 11th ranked Puerto Montt (9-18) and seventh ranked Espanol O. (15-13) in Puerto Montt on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Guests from Osorno outscored Puerto Montt 95-47. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Puerto Montt. Espanol O. dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Puerto Montt's 22 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Espanol O. forced 29 Puerto Montt turnovers and outrebounded them 41-30 including 30 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Puerto Montt's players. It was a quality performance for American forward DeAndre Daniels (206-1992, college: UConn, agency: BIG) who led the winners and scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Hector Gomez (188-1987) accounted for 15 points for the winning side. Four Espanol O. players scored in double figures. American forward Josh Morris (203-1993, college: UTPB) came up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Camilo Torres (183-1998) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Puerto Montt 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. Espanol O. maintains seventh place with 15-13 record. Loser Puerto Montt keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. Espanol O. will meet at home higher ranked Puente Alto (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Puerto Montt will have a break next round. Top scorers: Espanol O.: D.Daniels 18+5reb+1ast, H.Gomez 15+4reb+3ast, M.Agustin 12+2reb+4ast, N.Zurschmitten 10+5reb+5ast, M.Luchi 9+7reb+3ast, J.Holt 8+2reb+2ast Puerto Montt: B.Felipe 10+4reb, C.Torres 10+6reb+1ast, J.Morris 10+11reb+3ast, G.Sebastian 7+1reb, C.Aranda 6+5reb+1ast, C.Martin 4+3reb+1ast Puerto Varas - Las Animas 76-88 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Las Animas (16-10) beat on the road 10th ranked Puerto Varas (11-16) 88-76 on Sunday. Las Animas dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Puerto Varas' 32. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Puerto Varas' players. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Shawn Glover (201-1990, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. Argentinian power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-1985) accounted for 19 points and 16 rebounds for the winning side. Argentinian Tomas Rossi (202) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds and Uruguayan guard Martin Trelles (187-1996) added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for Puerto Varas in the defeat. Puerto Varas' coach Leonardo Monsalvez rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Las Animas maintains fifth place with 16-10 record, which they share with Valdivia. Puerto Varas lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 16 games lost. Las Animas will meet at home Quilicura (#8) in the next round. Puerto Varas will play against the league's leader Concepcion and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Las Animas: S.Glover 33+10reb+3ast, C.Amicucci 19+16reb+3ast, D.Low 14+8reb+9ast, A.Vergara 9+1reb+3ast, L.Eduardo 7+3reb+2ast, C.Schoppler 6+4reb+9ast Puerto Varas: T.Rossi 22+14reb+1ast, N.Martinez 16+6reb+1ast, M.Trelles 14+5reb+7ast, J.Fontena 9+3reb+1ast, S.Benjamin 5, E.Amado 4+2reb+2ast Ancud - Los Leones 77-99 An interesting game for Los Leones (21-4) which played road game in Ancud against 3rd placed Ancud (17-7). Second ranked Los Leones had an easy win 99-77. Los Leones outrebounded Ancud 39-23 including 29 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 51.5 percentage. It was a good game for American power forward Markus Kennedy (206-1991, college: SMU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international forward Darrol Jones (193-1994) contributed with 20 points and 5 assists for the winners. Five Los Leones players scored in double figures. Los Leones' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Stephen Maxwell (201-1993, college: CSUN) answered with a double-double by scoring 32 points and 11 rebounds and Argentinian point guard Rodrigo Gallegos (186-1991) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists in the effort for Ancud. Los Leones have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain second place with 21-4 record having just three points less than leader Concepcion. Ancud at the other side keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Puente Alto. Los Leones are looking forward to face Valdivia (#6) at home in the next round. Ancud will play against Espanol T. in Talca and is hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Los Leones: D.Jones 20+4reb+5ast, R.Ferguson 17+7reb+2ast, I.Carrion 13+4reb+1ast, M.Kennedy 13+10reb+6ast, T.Lee 12+5reb, B.Amor 9+6reb+1ast Ancud: S.Maxwell 32+11reb, R.Gallegos 13+5reb+8ast, R.Armijo 11, T.Dawson 9+1reb, S.Suarez 7+3reb+2ast, V.Vicente 3+2ast Valdivia - Tinguiririca 90-57 Very expected game when 14th ranked Tinguiririca (3-22) was smashed on the road by sixth ranked Valdivia (16-10) 90-57 on Sunday. Valdivia forced 22 Tinguiririca turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American center Roquez Johnson (201-1992, college: MSU, agency: BIG) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. The former international point guard Pedro Sandoval (180-1989) accounted for 17 points for the winning side. Four Valdivia players scored in double figures. Cuban guard Angel Ibanez (190-1990) came up with 21 points and 9 rebounds and forward Felipe Gonzalez Burgos (183-1998) added 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Tinguiririca in the defeat. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Valdivia have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Las Animas. Tinguiririca lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. Valdivia will meet league's second-placed Los Leones in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Tinguiririca will play against Castro (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Valdivia: P.Sandoval 17+1reb+1ast, C.Segovia 14+2reb+3ast, R.Johnson 12+10reb+1ast, M.Fabian 11+4reb+4ast, U.Marco 8+2reb+5ast, J.Joaquin 8 Tinguiririca: A.Ibanez 21+9reb+1ast, F.Gonzalez Burgos 13+7reb+4ast, C.Fabian 5+5reb, F.Gonzalez Flores 4+1ast, H.Felipe 4+1reb+2ast, S.Chialva 4+5reb+1ast |
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| Liga WPlay 2023 - Carribean Storm lands Romario Roque - by Francisco Vega |
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Caribbean Storm Islands (Liga Wplay) tabbed 24-year old Colombian international 180cm guard Romario Roque for new season. Roque moved there from Pato Basquete in Brazilian NBB league. In 35 games he averaged impressive 15.5ppg, 4.0rpg, 3.9apg and 1.4spg last season. The last summer he played at Bucaros in Colombian Liga Wplay where in 16 games he was league's fourth best scorer with remarkable 18.3ppg and recorded 4.7rpg, 3.0apg and 2.1spg (in top 2). He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. They also advanced to the league semifinals. Roque can count that season as a very successful as was awarded Latinbasket.com All-Colombian LPB Apertura Domestic Player of the Year, voted to All-Domestic Players Team and League Player of the Week. He also represented Colombia at the South American Championship U17 in Resistencia (Argentina) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: Score-3 (19.2ppg), 7.6rpg, Assists-4 (3.2apg), Steals-1 (4.0spg), FGP: 52.7%, 3PT: 15.8%, FT: 39.1%. Roque has played previously professionally in Switzerland (Nyon) and Colombia (Academia, Cimarrones, Titanes and Tigrillos). He won Colombian LPB championship title in 2020. |
| Liga WPlay 2023 - Cimarrones ink Nick Evans - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Evans is quite experienced player. He has played in sixteen different countries on five different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and of course North America). Evans has played previously professionally in Argentina (La Union), Canada (Moncton Magic, The Storm, London Lightning and Windsor Express), Japan (Yamaguchi), Lebanon (Liders), Romania, Saudi Arabia (Ohod), Switzerland (Lugano), Taiwan (Jeoutai), Tunisia (Ezzahra), Uruguay (25 de Agosto), Albania (Vllaznia), TBL (Albany Patroons and Enid Outlaws), Ecuador (Guerreros), Thailand (SWU), Armenia (Mad Foxes) and Colombia (Motilones). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Latinbasket.com All-Ecuadorian National League Center of the Year back in 2018. He graduated from University of Southern Indiana in 2012 and it will be his eleventh (!!!) season as a professional player. Evans played also for Southern Illinois University for 3 years. |
| Liga WPlay 2023 - Jaquan Dotson agreed terms with Cimarrones - by Francisco Vega | ||||
He started his college career at East Central Community College (JUCO). Then he moved to Savannah State University (NCAA2). Dotson's high school career he had spent at Neshoba Central in Philadelphia, MS. Of course it will be his first season in professional basketball. |
| Liga WPlay 2023 - Mays inks at Cafeteros at the beginning of his pro career - by Francisco Vega | ||||
Mays started his college career at Johnson County Community College (JUCO). Then he moved to Missouri Western State University (NCAA2). Mays' high school career he had spent at Lincoln Southwest in Lincoln, NE. Of course it will be his first season as a professional player. |
| Liga WPlay 2023 - Jose Defelippo (ex Penarol) is a newcomer at Titanes - by Francisco Vega | ||||
He has played also professionally for other Argentinian teams like Comunicaciones and Comunicaciones. Defelippo won Argentinian La Liga championship title in 2021. |
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| Shannon Shorter claims Croatian Premijer Liga weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 33-year old shooting guard had the game-high 22 points adding nine rebounds and four assists for Split in his team's victory, helping them to beat Cedevita Jr. (#4, 21-10) 93-82. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Split maintains the 2nd position in Croatian Premijer Liga. They are still close to the very top. Split would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 25-6 record. In the team's last game Shorter had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He turned to be Split's top player in his first season with the team. University of North Texas graduate has very impressive stats this year. Shorter is in league's top in points (5th best: 16.8ppg) and averages solid 44.7% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international Krunoslav Simon (197-SF-1985, agency: AltusBasket) of Cedevita Jr.. Simon impressed basketball fans with 29 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Cedevita Jr. lost that game 82-93 to slightly higher-ranked Split (#2, 25-6). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Cedevita Jr. still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 21-10 record is not bad at all. Simon is a newcomer at Cedevita Jr. and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. The third best performed player last round was Lovre Basic (180-PG-1995) of Alkar (#10). Basic scored 26 points and passed twelve assists (!!!). He was a key player of Alkar, leading his team to a 114-87 easy win against Zabok (9-22). Alkar can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 9-22 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Basic has individually a great season in Croatia. After 19 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 8.8apg (best passer). Other top performing players last week: 4. Luka Bozic (200-SF-1996) of Zadar - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Derryck Thornton (190-G-1997) of Skrljevo - 20 points and 7 assists 6. Karlo Uljarevic (190-SG-1998) of Gorica - 17 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Karlo Zganec (206-C/F-1995) of Zadar - 13 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 8. Jure Gunjina (203-F-1992) of Gorica - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Ivan Novacic (201-F-1985) of Dinamo - 22 points and 2 rebounds 10. Vito Kucic (190-G-2002) of Cedevita Jr. - 13 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Patrick Mwamba commits to Loyola University of Chicago - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Mwamba played also at University of Texas at Arlington in 2018-2022. Mwamba's team ended regular season as a second best place in Sun Belt and he helped ORU team make it to the Sun Belt Tournament Finals in 2019. He has been a member of Congolese international program for some years. Mwamba has been regularly called to Congolese senior team since 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2016. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Afrobasket.com All-African Championship U18 Second Team in 2016. Golden Eagles also won African U18 Championship in Kigali (Rwanda) in 2020. |
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| PrimeTime Bounces Back For 9th Win - by Eurobasket News |
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The PrimeTime Players hosted the SC Upstate RedHawks from Greenville SC this past Saturday after taking there first loss the week before. The host started quickly with MVP Candidate Chris Moore scoring 16 of his 33 in the 1st and PrimeTime was able to move out to early 14 point lead before Anthony Adger (6'1''-PG, college: FAU) three straight baskets to cut the lead to 36-27 at the end of 1. The second quarter was a shootout with Isiah Cureton (6'4''-F, college: Wingate) and PJ Heath (6'5''-F, college: Allen) scoring 22 of the 40 for PrimeTime and Wiyle Petty (6'5''-F-1979, college: JCSU) and Anthony Adger combined for 21 of 36 for the RedHawks. Going into the half PrimeTime was up 76-63 but it was obvious that the RedHawks were just a few stops away from making a run at taking the lead. The 3rd quarter was all Isiah Cureton and Odell Turner as they combined for 35 of 39 points in the quarter for PrimeTime as they were able to push the lead up 116-90 going into the Final Quarter. The final quarter debuting Guard Denzell Hosch (6'0''-PG) closed things out with 11 of his 21 in the fourth as the RedHawks never threatened in the final quarter and PrimeTime bounced back with a 158-123 win and the two teams will rematch this Sunday May 7th in Greenville SC. PrimeTime Players forwarded Isiah Cureton graded out with a 74 TSP after finishing with 46 points, 15 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 blocks in his second game in the last three with over 45pts. Courtesy of: ECBL |
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| Belal Elshakery signs at Wofford - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Wofford College landed 18-year old Egyptian 6-7 forward Belal Elshakery for upcoming season 2023-2024 Elshakery played last season 2022-2023 at The Winchendon School . He represented Egypt at the FIBA U18 African Championship in Madagaskar last year. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 7 games: 11.1ppg, 7.4rpg, 1.7apg, Steals-5 (2.3spg), FGP: 48.4%, 3PT: 4.8%, FT: 51.7%. Elshakery has played previously for Sporting.
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| Salvadorean Liga MB round 24 best performance: Nick Moore (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 31-year old player had a double-double of 24 points and 22 rebounds, while his team outclassed Santa Ana (#9, 5-13) with 50-point margin 101-51. Fantasmas maintains the 7th position in Salvadorean Liga MB. Fantasmas 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 7-10 record. It's Moore's second year at Fantasmas and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Former Alliance University star has very solid stats this year. Moore is in league's top in rebounds (3rd best: 15.3rpg) and averages impressive 1.8bpg and 55.0% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was another Fantasmas' star - young American Juwuan Carter (193-G-1996). Carter had a very good evening with 37 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course together with Moore he helped Fantasmas with another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Santa Ana (#9, 5-13) 101-51. Fantasmas' 7th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-10 record. Carter is one of the most experienced players at Fantasmas and similarly like Nick Moore has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Former Georgian Court University star Carter is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Third on the list of top players last round was Guyanese center Anthony Moe (207-C-1990) of Brujos (#5). Moe showcased his all-around game by recording 26 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. He was a key player of Brujos, leading his team to a 92-74 easy win against the higher-ranked San Salvador (#1, 15-2). Brujos needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 8 lost games. Moe has a very solid season. In 8 games in El Salvador he scored 24.9ppg. He also has 13.4rpg, 3.4bpg and FGP: 53.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. E.J. Blackwell (193-G) of Santiagueno - 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Juan De Los Santos (193-F-2002) of Brujos - 26 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Miles Weber (185-PG-1996) of Santa Ana - 32 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Andravious Smith (198-G/F-1995) of San Salvador - 20 points and 13 rebounds 8. Leangelo Saravia (183-PG) of Metapan - 13 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists 9. Marcus Faison (196-SG-1994) of Metapan - 18 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Josh Jackson (203-G/F-1997) of Santiagueno - 16 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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| Korisliiga Round 1 of Finals. Seagulls post opening victory - by Eurobasket News |
FINALKauhajoki - Seagulls 54-70The guests trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 10-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 70-54. American swingman Rene Rougeau (198-1986, college: UNLV, agency: Blacktop Management) fired 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. His fellow American import swingman Jeffrey Carroll (198-1994, college: OK State) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Seagulls' coach Jussi Laakso used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. International Henri Kantonen (198-1997, agency: Blacktop Management) produced 15 points and 6 rebounds and American guard Cameron Jones (193-1989, college: NAU, agency: BIG) added 9 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Top scorers: Seagulls: R.Rougeau 19+9reb+4ast, J.Carroll 13+8reb+3ast, L.Nikkarinen 11+2reb+5ast, O.Jarvi 8+2reb, R.Hall III 7+3reb+2ast, A.Kanervo 6+1reb Kauhajoki: H.Kantonen 15+6reb, L.Skinner 12+3reb, S.Kaukiainen 10+2reb+1ast, C.Jones 9+3reb+4ast, J.Crockett 4+9reb, E.Innamaa 2+1reb 3-4 PlaceKataja - Vilpas 107-96The game was mostly controlled by Kataja. Vilpas was better in fourth quarter 28-9. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. Kataja brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson (198-1991, college: Temple) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Galin Smith (206-1998, college: Maryland) contributed with 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Ira Lee (203-1998, college: Arizona) answered with 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and guard Quentin Goodin (193-1997, college: Xavier, agency: Diamond Sports) added 16 points and 4 assists in the effort for Vilpas. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Vilpas' coach Jussi Savolainen rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Kataja: G.Smith 26+7reb, R.Hollis-Jefferson 25+11reb+7ast, T.Hirvonen 16+4reb+4ast, L.Turner 10+4reb+11ast, T.Exaucia 9+5reb+1ast, J.Tuomala 8+1reb Vilpas: Q.Goodin 16+4reb+4ast, I.Lee 16+9reb+3ast, M.Koivisto 16+2reb+1ast, K.Feazell 12+4reb+1ast, R.Abell 11+5reb+2ast, R.Ahonen 9+2ast |
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| ProA U21 Round 31: Nancy edge ASVEL by three points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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The Regular Season in ProA U21 is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game of round 31 in the ProA U21 took place in Nancy. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of much higher ranked ASVEL (24-7) to seventh ranked Nancy (19-12) 67-64 on Saturday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of ASVEL. Nancy forced 23 ASVEL turnovers. 25 personal fouls committed by ASVEL helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Cameroonian Yves Mballa (199-2003) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Guillaume Grotzinger (195-2004) chipped in 15 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Gambian center Babacar Mbye (212-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 26 rebounds for lost side. Nancy maintains seventh place with 19-12 record. ASVEL at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. They share it with Limoges CSP. Nancy are looking forward to face Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#10) on the road in the next round. ASVEL will play against the league's second-placed Limoges CSP (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Leader Cholet delivered the twenty seventh victory. This time they beat 11th ranked Monaco (13-18) 95-81. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Monaco. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Matheo Leray (190-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Lucas Dufeal contributed with 19 points for the winners. Iranian guard Mohammad Amini (202-2005, agency: BIG) answered with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for Monaco. Monaco's coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cholet (27-3) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place. Monaco at the other side keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. They share it with Fos-Provence. Cholet will play against Fos-Provence (#12) in Fos-sur-Mer in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Monaco will play on the road against Gravelines and hopes to get back on the winning track. The game with biggest result difference took place in Bourg. Local Bourg (21-10) outscored 16th ranked Le Mans (8-23) 88-55 on Tuesday night. Worth to mention a quality performance of Elian Benitez who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 assists and 4 steals. Bourg's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Mathias Van Den Beemt responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Bourg. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Roanne. Le Mans lost their tenth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 23 games lost. Bourg will meet Levallois (#8) on the road in the next round. Le Mans will play against Le Portel (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Other games of round 31 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Gravelines was defeated by Levallois in a road game 87-72. Dijon was beaten by Pau-Lacq-Orthez at home 63-78. Fos-Provence won against Le Portel on the opponent's court 78-62. Nanterre unfortunately lost to Blois in a home game 68-73. Strasbourg recorded a loss to Limoges CSP on the road 78-84. Bottom-ranked Paris BA was crushed by Roanne on its own court 83-109.
Levallois - Gravelines 87-72 There was no surprise when 14th ranked Gravelines (11-20) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Levallois (17-13) 87-72 on Friday. Levallois dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Gravelines' 40. They outrebounded Gravelines 40-22 including a 27-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Levallois looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for Senegalese center Idrissa Ba (212-2002) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Ivorian Ylan Esso (199-2005) helped adding 18 points. Four Levallois players scored in double figures. At the losing side Hugo Boumpoutou (195-2004) responded with 20 points and guard Adrien Tyberghien (183-2005) scored 9 points and 8 assists. Levallois maintains eighth place with 17-13 record. Loser Gravelines keeps the fourteenth position with 20 games lost. Levallois will meet at home higher ranked Bourg (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gravelines will play against Monaco (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gravelines: B.Hugo 20+2reb+2ast, L.Zati 13+4reb, H.Willan 11+1reb+4ast, A.Jared 9+6reb, T.Adrien 9+1reb+8ast, D.Roman 5+6reb Levallois: E.Ylan 18+4reb+2ast, E.Jess 17+3reb+2ast, B.Idrissa 14+15reb+2ast, D.Moussa 14+3reb+3ast, I.Daniel 9+1reb+1ast, L.Brahim 6+4reb+1ast Dijon - Pau-Lacq-Orthez 63-78 No shocking result in a game when tenth ranked Pau-Lacq-Orthez (15-15) defeated on the road 15th ranked Dijon (9-22) 78-63 on Friday. They outrebounded Dijon 41-26 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Pau-Lacq-Orthez looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for Rene Louis-Therese (203-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 6 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Swingman Matthieu Vigneron (198-2002) helped adding 10 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side Nathan Vincennes (200-2003) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds and forward Marius Balanca (200-2004) scored 17 points. Pau-Lacq-Orthez maintains tenth place with 15-15 record. Dijon lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifteenth position with 22 games lost. Pau-Lacq-Orthez will meet at home higher ranked Nancy (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Dijon will play against Roanne (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Dijon: B.Marius 17+3reb+3ast, V.Nathan 16+8reb+2ast, G.Evann 14+5ast, Z.Karl 8+9reb+1ast, A.Yanis 6+4reb, G.Clovis 2+1reb Pau-Lacq-Orthez: L.Rene 22+6reb, D.Fallou 12+3reb+1ast, V.Matthieu 10+10reb+4ast, O.Dorian 8+5reb+3ast, T.Pierre-Justin 7+5reb+2ast, H.Dalil 7+7reb+4ast Le Portel - Fos-Provence 62-78 Very expected game when 17th ranked Le Portel (3-27) was defeated at home by twelfth ranked Fos-Provence (13-18) 78-62 on Saturday. Fos-Provence forced 19 Le Portel turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for forward Willian Marie-Anais (201-2004) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points and 9 rebounds. Naturalized Guinean forward Ousmane Kaba (195-2002) helped adding 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Fos-Provence players scored in double figures. At the losing side Cameron Valcy (192-2003) responded with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Kenny Kasiama (206-2003) scored 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Le Portel's coach Kevin Poinsot tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Fos-Provence moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Monaco. Le Portel lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the seventeenth position with 27 games lost. Fos-Provence will meet at home league's leader Cholet in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Le Portel will play against Le Mans (#16) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Le Portel: V.Cameron 29+5reb+5ast, K.Kenny 21+7reb+4ast, R.Kalvyn 12+1reb+4ast, R.Kris 8+1reb+1ast, D.Mamaye 4+1reb, M.Othmane 4+10reb+2ast Fos-Provence: M.Willian 23+9reb+3ast, T.Jawaad 21+2reb+6ast, K.Ousmane 18+11reb+4ast, M.Kevin 11+1reb+3ast, C.Lionel 8+6reb+1ast, D.Djibril 8+1reb Nanterre - Blois 68-73 Very predictable result when fourth ranked Blois (22-8) beat on the road 13th ranked Nanterre (11-19) 73-68 on Saturday. They outrebounded Nanterre 41-25 including a 31-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Blois looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for Ivorian forward Dominique Diomande (197-2005) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points and 9 rebounds. Point guard Nilson Morgan Djengbot (188) helped adding 8 points and 10 assists. Blois' coach David Morabito used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Simeon Kalemba (200-2003) responded with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Lucas Fischer (193-2004) scored 19 points. Blois maintains fourth place with 22-8 record. Nanterre lost their eighth game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. Blois will meet at home bottom-ranked Paris BA (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Nanterre will play against Strasbourg (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Nanterre: F.Lucas 19+1reb+1ast, K.Simeon 13+6reb+4ast, Z.Nathan 12+2reb+5ast, K.Sven 8+4reb+1ast, D.Golle 7+3reb, K.Karl 5 Blois: D.Dominique 15+9reb+1ast, T.Kylian 12+2reb, D.Ange 9+6reb, D.Nilson Morgan 8+3reb+10ast, L.Tom 7+6reb+2ast, D.Halvine 7+6reb Bourg - Le Mans 88-55 The game with biggest result difference took place in Bourg. Local Bourg (21-10) outscored 16th ranked Le Mans (8-23) 88-55 on Tuesday night. Bourg looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Le Mans' players. Worth to mention a quality performance of point guard Elian Benitez (180-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 assists and 4 steals. Forward Maxime Galin (202-2002) helped adding 18 points and 9 rebounds. Four Bourg players scored in double figures. Bourg's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the losing side Dutch power forward Mathias Van Den Beemt (213-2001) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Thibaud Andrada (189-2004) scored 16 points. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Bourg. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Roanne. Le Mans lost their tenth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 23 games lost. Bourg will meet Levallois (#8) on the road in the next round. Le Mans will play against Le Portel (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Le Mans: A.Thibaud 16+2reb+1ast, V.Den Beemt Mathias 13+11reb, H.Kezia 8+6reb+2ast, S.David 8+5reb, B.Ethane 3+6reb+3ast, B.Lucas 3+4reb+1ast Bourg: B.Elian 22+3reb+10ast, G.Maxime 18+9reb+1ast, S.Moulaye 10+11reb+1ast, S.Leon 10+3reb+2ast, K.Khadim 9+1ast, H.Anatole 7+5reb+2ast Limoges CSP - Strasbourg 84-78 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Strasbourg (16-15) was defeated on the road by third ranked Limoges CSP (24-7) 84-78 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Limoges CSP dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Strasbourg's 28. They outrebounded Strasbourg 49-35 including 34 on the defensive glass. Limoges CSP looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for point guard Hugo Desseignet (175-2003) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds and 15 assists. Mali forward Mohamed Sidibe (196-2002) helped adding 8 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. Limoges CSP's coach used an eleven-player rotation saving starting five for next games. At the losing side guard Illan Pietrus (187-2005) responded with 24 points and 7 rebounds and British forward Michael Belle (200-2003) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds. Four Strasbourg players scored in double figures. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Limoges CSP. They moved-up to second place, which they share with ASVEL. Loser Strasbourg keeps the ninth position with 15 games lost. Limoges CSP will meet ASVEL (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Strasbourg will play against Nanterre (#13) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Strasbourg: P.Illan 24+7reb+3ast, B.Michael 17+15reb+2ast, R.Bastien 12+2reb+8ast, I.Maxim 10+5reb+1ast, L.Maxence 6+1ast, F.Yohann 4+5reb+1ast Limoges CSP: M.Tyron 21+6reb, N.Yannick 16+6reb+1ast, D.Hugo 16+5reb+15ast, M.Sidibe 8+18reb+4ast, M.Noam 8+3reb, G.Gaspard 6+2reb Nancy - ASVEL 67-64 The most exciting game of round 31 in the ProA U21 took place in Nancy. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of much higher ranked ASVEL (24-7) to seventh ranked Nancy (19-12) 67-64 on Saturday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of ASVEL. Nancy forced 23 ASVEL turnovers. 25 personal fouls committed by ASVEL helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Cameroonian Yves Mballa (199-2003) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Guillaume Grotzinger (195-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Four Nancy players scored in double figures. Gambian center Babacar Mbye (212-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 26 rebounds and guard Noah Manet (194-2004) added 11 points, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for lost side. Nancy maintains seventh place with 19-12 record. ASVEL at the other side keeps the second position with seven games lost. They share it with Limoges CSP. Nancy are looking forward to face Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#10) on the road in the next round. ASVEL will play against the league's second-placed Limoges CSP (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: ASVEL: M.Babacar 22+26reb, M.Noah 11+4reb+5ast, B.Roberts 9, S.Yohann 7+2reb+6ast, M.Mervyn 5+4reb, D.Almeida Felix 4+1reb Nancy: M.Yves 18+21reb, G.Guillaume 15+5reb+10ast, A.Pierre 13+3reb+1ast, C.Mael 11+6reb+2ast, G.Noha 6+5reb, H.Thibault 3+1ast Paris BA - Roanne 83-109 Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Roanne (21-10) outleveled on the road bottom-ranked Paris BA (2-29) 109-83 on Saturday. Roanne dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Paris BA's 50. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for guard Mathis Courbon (189-2005) who led his team to a victory scoring 15 points and 7 assists. Forward Alexandre Bouzidi (196-2004) helped adding 15 points, 7 assists and 4 steals. Five Roanne players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Mael Hamon-Crespin (206-2004, college: WSU, agency: Octagon Europe) responded with 28 points and 8 rebounds and forward Kevan Moreno (200-2002) scored 15 points. Paris BA's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Roanne moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Bourg. Loser Paris BA stay dead last with 29 lost games. Roanne will meet at home Dijon (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Paris BA will play against Blois and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Paris BA: M.Hamon-Crespin 28+8reb+2ast, M.Kevan 15+4reb+3ast, D.Mohamed 13+5reb+2ast, D.Kevendy 6+3reb+1ast, K.Oumar 6+3reb+4ast, G.William 5+2reb Roanne: S.Birahima 16+1reb+4ast, M.Aboubacar 15+3reb+1ast, C.Mathis 15+2reb+7ast, B.Alexandre 15+1reb+7ast, N.Narcisse 14+8reb+1ast, P.Louis 12+3reb+1ast Monaco - Cholet 81-95 Leader Cholet delivered the twenty seventh victory. This time they beat 11th ranked Monaco (13-18) 95-81. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Monaco. Cholet players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Matheo Leray (190-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Forward Lucas Dufeal (204-2003) contributed with 19 points for the winners. Five Cholet players scored in double figures. Iranian guard Mohammad Amini (202-2005, agency: BIG) answered with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Ambroise Couture (199-2002) added 15 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Monaco. Monaco's coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cholet (27-3) have an impressive series of six victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place. Monaco at the other side keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. They share it with Fos-Provence. Cholet will play against Fos-Provence (#12) in Fos-sur-Mer in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Monaco will play on the road against Gravelines and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Monaco: A.Mohammad 32+7reb+4ast, C.Ambroise 15+6reb+3ast, C.Tsamas 10+1reb+3ast, N.David 9+3reb+1ast, N.Loic 7+10reb, M.Matis 4+2reb+2ast Cholet: D.Lucas 19+4reb+2ast, B.Matteo 18+2reb+2ast, L.Matheo 16+5reb+10ast, N.Balfourier 12+4reb+1ast, E.Amael 11+5reb+2ast, S.Tidjane 11+6reb+2ast |
| Euroleague: Monaco claim second straight win over Maccabi - by Eurobasket News |
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Maccabi Tel Aviv - Monaco 78-83 Monaco earned the second consecutive victory in the Euroleague quarterfinal series versus Maccabi. They stole a road win in Tel Aviv tonight to go 2-1 up in the best-of-five series. Mike James (185-G-1990, college: Lamar) was pivotal for the winners with 21 points. Monaco dominated in the first half. They secured a 22-16 lead ten minutes into the game. The Monegasque side extended the margin at 9-point mark at halftime 41-32. Maccabi cut the distance in the third period. The hosts pulled within three points at the final break 57-60. But Monaco opened the final quarter on an 8-2 run and never looked back en route to the win. Jordan Loyd (193-G/F-1993, college: Indianapolis) accounted for 15 points in the victory. Bonzie Colson Jr. (198-PF-1996, college: Notre Dame, agency: Octagon Europe) posted 17 points for Maccabi. Wade Baldwin IV (193-PG-1996, college: Vanderbilt) had 16 points and 8 rebounds in the loss. |
| Roanne signs Isaiah Ross, ex Lugano - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Two years ago he was drafted by Mine Celtics (G-League) in first round (18th overall). The former Iona College standout is in his second season in pro basketball. Ross has played previously professionally in USA and NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors and Lakeland Magic). His college team won MAAC Tournament in 2021. He played also for University of Missouri - Kansas City for 2 years. |
| Petrov is back at Antibes, ex Prometey - by Eurobasket News | |||
Petrov has been also a member of Ukrainian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Ukrainian senior team since 2016 and previously for U20 National Team in 2014. Petrov represented Ukraine at the World University Games in Napoli (Italy) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 6 games: 12.7ppg, 7.3rpg, 2.2apg, FGP: 43.5%, 3PT: 36.4%, FT: 76.9%. He has played also professionally for other Ukrainian teams like Khimik, BK Khimik Yuzhny 2nd team and Kyiv Basket. Petrov won Latvian-Estonian Basketball League championship title in 2023. He was voted to Ukrainian Superleague All-Star Game back in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. (via @Be_BasketFr) |
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The 31-year old had the game-high 40 points adding three rebounds and three assists for Hagen in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Paderborn (#11, 17-17) 102-98. Hagen maintains the 7th position in German ProA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Hagen will need more victories to improve their 19-15 record. In the team's last game Mann had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range and got five three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He turned to be Hagen's top player in his first season with the team. J.J. Mann averages this season 15.6ppg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Nick Hornsby (201-F-1995) of Leverkusen. Hornsby impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 22 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Leverkusen lost that game 80-90 to the higher-ranked Kirchheim (#10, 17-17). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Leverkusen keeps 17th position. 25 lost games are too many comparing to just nine victories Leverkusen managed to get this year. Hornsby is a newcomer at Leverkusen and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. The third best performed player last round was American Alex Herrera (206-C-1992) of Jena (#15). Herrera scored 20 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Herrera's great performance Jena lost 78-83 to the higher-ranked Karlsruhe PS (#3, 22-12). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Jena 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 twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Herrera could try to bring Jena's a little bit higher in the standings. Herrera has a very solid season. In 17 games in Germany he scored 10.8ppg. He also has 6.7rpg, 1.1bpg and FGP: 56.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Conley Garrison (185-G-1999) of Bochum - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Grayson Murphy (191-G-1999) of Hagen - 12 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists 6. Justinas Ramanauskas (193-SF-2000) of Nuernberg - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists 7. TJ Crockett (185-G-1999) of Bochum - 30 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Jaydon Henry-McCalla (202-G-1999) of Kirchheim - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 9. George Brock (183-PG-1995) of Paderborn - 26 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Richard Williams Jr. (178-PG-1987) of Kirchheim - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| 2nd Platon Basketball Spring - PBS - by Chris Mammides |
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Platon Basketball Academy is once more hosting the International U16 Basketball Tournament '2nd Platon Basketball Spring - PBS' from 4th to 7th of May, 2023 The Tournament is unique in terms of how the tournament is generally run. It has been very popular within the international basketball community having attracted young players aged between 15-16 years old from different countries and is considered the most successful International tournament of U16 in Greece. Top tier U16 Basketball academies from Greece and Europe, Basketball academies that are considered models at a pan-European level, meet in the Platonas indoor gymnasium, to offer a spectacle and to share practices and ideas, which evolve both basketball and the philosophy that inspires sports or daily victories. The 2nd PBS promises players and spectators a unique competing experience, the interest of which goes beyond the borders of Greece. It is a basketball-focused tournament, with young athletes as the protagonists and pillars of our values such as teamwork, development, cooperation, emotion, rivalry, passion, strength, endurance, coexistence and hospitality. This tournament aspires to give the messages of a sports world to come and to establish itself as an institution, which highlights the power and dynamism at young ages, underlining the importance of investing in young athletes, who will become carriers of any positive change. At Platonas, since the first day of our Academy's operation, we have been working with faith, organization, perseverance and pioneering practices on developmental basketball, not simply to build strong athletes or winning teams, but to support young people to mature initially as personalities and then as players, who can surpass themselves outside of any condition", emphasizes the president of the team, Mr. Michalis Papadopoulos. The 2nd PBS has the honor of hosting top teams from Greece, such as Peristeri GS Athens U16 team, Panathinaikos Athens U16 team, Olympiacos Piraeus U16 team and GS Kronos Agiou Dimitriou, while there will also be some power houses coming from Italy, Stella Azzurra Roma, from Germany, FC Bayern Munich U16 team and from Lithuania, SKM Vilnius U16 team, they will get to know the Greek culture and hospitality and they, in turn, will pass on their knowledge about development basketball and more. |
| The Miles Basketball Minute with Quantez Robertson: Tez Retires And Goes Down Memory Lane - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
| It was Thursday afternoon on April 27th at 3,38 when my phone got a WhatsApp message from Fraport Skyliner legend Quantez Robertson. I wasn't there to read it the message at that moment. I'm not always reachable and actually didn't have my phone in my possession for a few hours. When I finally had my phone around 6,30pm I read the following message. 'Hey I'm officially done playing basketball and this is my last year'. As I read this phrase, I tried to digest the information as 14 years of wonderful memories of Tez were circling in my mind. I mean everyone was expecting for him to retire after this season. He was in his 14th season and had been losing the last 2 seasons and he wasn't actually getting any younger. Even if he finally deserves to stop playing and go home again and be in the States fulltime the first time since 2009, I was still very sad. I have been covering the Fraport Skyliners since 2004 and had never had such an intense working relationship with a player like Quantez Robertson which really had grown in the last years. In the last 3 years I regularly released Miles Basketball Minute articles featuring Quantez Robertson about the state of the Fraport Skyliners, but also other interesting topics like Lebron James, Charles Barkley, The Euro 2022, Autograph collecting, Derrick Allen, Rickey Paulding, summer vacation, making it into an Argentine newspaper with me, Easter and Reese's, Peanut Butter Cups, PJ Tucker and of course Tom Brady was mentioned a few times. I loved shooting the breeze with Quantez Robertson and now writing entertaining articles with Tez quotes would possibly come to an end. Life goes on and I have to accept it. I saw Tez for the first time since hearing of his decision at the Pro B playoff game against the BSW Sixers on Sunday night and congratulated his wife that she finally had her husband forever back home in the States. Tez then put a smile on my face with a fancy tee shirt with Tez Mania plastered on the front. He looked down, but at that moment I had no idea he would never play again. I thought that he would finish out the season, but somehow he forgot to tell me that. 2 hours before the game on Monday against Wurzburg, the Fraport Skyliners officially released the announcement by Tez that he was retiring and injury would prevent him from finishing the season. After the big win over Wurzburg that was dedicated to him, I finally corner Tez in the hall away and started firing questions at him something he had always been used to. He came over relaxed when talking about why he chose to step away from the game. 'I made the decision after the Braunschweig game. The doctor said my season was over because I had a foot injury. It was a tough decision, but once he made it clear to me how bad it was, the decision to retire was made easier. He told me if I kept playing then I could really hurt my foot for the long run', stressed Quantez Robertson. That this season was tough on the ex Auburn player who believes despite Steph Curry's magical 50 points recently, he is still behind Magic Johnson in the all-time best point guards of all-time rating was no secret as being a big time competitor, you could sense the losing was really eating at him. The team was losing and were wrapped in the cellar with little hope of getting out. His minutes had diminished and as a competitor one does sense that the abilities are waning a bit. 'I may not be as athletic as 10 years ago, but one thing is for sure I will always be a competitor. I think that I showed my whole career that I could compete at a high level', stressed Quantez Robertson. His last home game was against medi Bayreuth where nobody ever could have thought that that would be his last home game, but it was. His first pro game was on October 9th 2009 against Trier where he steered 3 points, 4 rebounds and a block in 29 minutes in a loss and his last home game was on April 23rd 2023 where he had 13 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists in a 113-107 loss against Bayreuth and his last pro game was on April 25th where he had 2 points, 3 rebounds and 2 steals in a 86-71 loss against Braunschweig. It won't sink in yet, but in a few months he will realize that he isn't playing the game he loves anymore. 'I will really miss playing in an atmosphere like against Wurzburg. I really miss competing with my teammates and having fun after wins and just bringing joy to fans with wins and highlights', commented Quantez Robertson. This season he played with many talented Americans like Isaiah Washington, Marcus Lewis and even had buddy Jordan Theodore back for a few games. He also had talented Germans on his side like second year man Lukas Wank. 'Lukas was the most improved player on the team. He played a lot more this season and had a bigger role. He was a big reason for many of our wins. He never backed down against anyone and always played hard. His offense made strides', expressed Quantez Robertson who felt the unsung hero of the team was the team. He scored in double figures in 9 games this season including 18 points in a tough loss to Bamberg and netted 14 points a piece in thrilling tight wins against Hamburg and Chemnitz in 4 and 5 point victories. He remembered exactly what his favorite game was this season. In that game I didn't get on him about why he never dunks anymore. 'It was the game where I made the dunk on the fast break. I think it was against Hamburg', smiled Quantez Robertson. When you played 14 seasons and had 4,425 points, 1727 rebounds, 1370 assists and 742 steals and becoming the Fraport Skyliners all-time leading scorer and easyCredit BBL all-time steal leader, it is only common that you will have many many memories. So let's go down memory lane with Tez. One can guess which one of his 479 games was his favorite, but he also had 3 other favorite games. 'My favorite game was when we won the Fiba Europe Cup game. I also had 3 other favorite games and they were the 3 games when I played Jimmy Mckinney when he played with Tuebingen, Wurzburg and Bonn. Jimmy was really important for me at the start. He showed me the ropes', stated Quantez Robertson. But he also had another favorite game. 'My personal favorite game was when I scored 30 points in Russia against Saratov', added Quantez Robertson. The steal king had many many great teammates and it is only logical that out of respect to everyone that he can't name his 5 favorite teammates of all-time, but what about his toughest 5 opponents? He came up rapidly with 4, but then took a moment and added 2 more and certainly will never forget those nasty Bamberg teams. 'My toughest opponents were Immanuel Mcelroy, Rickey Paulding, Reggie Redding, Isaiah Swann and from Bamberg Casey Jacobson and PJ Tucker', said Quantez Robertson. Then I reveal my all-time Skyliners starting 5 from 2000 until today with Pascal Roller/Dashaun Wood, Tyrone Ellis, Quantez Robertson, Chris Williams and Mario Kasun. I then get a big laugh out of Tez wondering if that starting 5 could beat a NBA team' 'That is a pretty good starting 5, but we won't beat a NBA team. NBA teams have a lot more fire power at every position', warned Quantez Robertson. So what is Tez's personal starting 5 in 14 years and all German starting 5 with him included? 'I have Jordan Theodore at the point, Jimmy Mckinney at the 2, me at the 3, Mike Morrison at the 4 and Joe Voigtmann at the five. My German starting 5 is Pascal Roller, Dominik Bahiense De Mello, me, Danilo Barthel and Joe Voigtmann', added Quantez Robertson. Two guys that were instrumental in Quantez Robertson's career were Gordon Herbert and Murat Didin. Herbert was on hand before the Wurzburg game in the short ceremony and said some words. Many believe that Murat Didin discovered Tez, but contrary to belief it was actually ex Fraport Skyliner Aubrey Reese. 'Gorde Herbert is one of the best coaches that I ever had. He trusted me on the floor. He always made sure we were ready to go on the floor. I remember telling him that we would win the Fiba Europe cup and we did. After we won the title, I gave him a big hug and said we did it. I'm really thankful that Murat Didin gave me an opportunity in Frankfurt, but it was actually Aubrey Reese who discovered my talent. I worked out with Aubrey and he told Murat about me. Murat was a wild and animated coach and we all loved him. We showed that we were just as crazy as him when we played. He got the crowd behind us and pumped us up and brought a lot of excitement', remembered Quantez Robertson. But it wasn't only the amazing wins and plays that he achieved on the court that will remain in his memory vault, but also things off the court. 'I will never forget getting together with the guys at the end of the season and go paint balling. I also remember once early in my career riding go carts', said Quantez Robertson. So what is the next step for Quantez Robertson after his playing days. He has been helping coach his kids in sports like Quantez Jr who is very talented at numerous sports, but now he could devote more time to his kids, but he could also imagine himself becoming a trainer or coach for others. But what about getting into entertainment? In 2018 I recommended to Tez and Mike Morrison to start a comedy show. I know they would excel at that. How often did I hear them joking around during Morrison's 4 years in Frankfurt when I was waiting for them after games to talk basketball. The two jokesters shared a room on the road for four years and no matter if they were chilling in Russia, Estonia, Slovenia, Israel, Oldenburg or Bremerhaven, one can be sure that more practical jokes were done. A comical example of their good off court chemistry happened in the 2017-2018 season when Robertson was watching a Pro B playoff game of the Fraport Skyliners Juniors against Lok Bernau and watched a rare three by Frankfurt big man Tobias Jahn. The season before Morrison hit a big three against FC Bayern Munich in the playoffs and it had been the first in his professional career. 'Tobias hasn't taken many three's this season. He played good offense and was getting rebounds. Morrison's three was funnier. Jahn can shoot, but Mike can't smiled Quantez Robertson. When Morrison heard of this comment by Tez, he was quick to reply. 'Tez can say what he wants. The fact still remains that I have the highest 3 point percentage in the history of the BBL and when someone passes 100 percent let me know', stressed Mike Morrison. So I brought up the Mo and Tez comedy show again to Tez in 2023. 'That would be funny. We had our moments. We had wild and crazy times in the locker room, on the phone and on the road. We played a lot of cards', remembered Quantez Robertson. I will keep pestering Tez and Mike Mo about that comedy show. I covered Quantez Robertson for 14 seasons. On the court I will always remember him as a diehard competitor who did everything to win. I loved watching his aggressive and relentless defense that annoyed team after team. He may always be remembered as a defensive stopper, but he was a very underrated passer and a guy that often enough helped out at point guard. Even if he wasn't the greatest three point shooter, I liked watching his jump and release of his jump shot. Off the court, he was a real pleasant guy. We had a very good working relationship. He never refused an interview and I thank him for his professionalism. Especially in the last 3 years our player/reporter relationship grew. I had a lot of fun writing pieces on various topics and he was always a good sport to talk to me. I interviewed him hundreds of times after games as he gave me his insight about wins and losses. I looked back in my archive library and found that Tez made 67 titles of articles for eurobasket and German hoops in his 14 years. I gave him a lot of love and he is up at the top of players I have featured the most in my career. But how will the Skyliner legend remember me best?' I answered every question you ever asked me Miles and it was many. No matter if I was in Germany or in the States you would call me. Even if I replied back late at times, I always answered you. You know I have a lot of love for you', stressed Quantez Robertson. But is this the complete end of Miles and Tez and basketball articles? No it's not. I'm not giving up on my Miles Basketball minutes with Quantez Robertson. He may not be playing anymore, but I will always find something interesting to talk with him about. If we don't hear anything about the Mike Mo and Tez comedy show, then I will have to get the ball rolling. At the latest during the dog days of summer, I will check in with Tez and pester him with questions. But he is used to it and I'm sure we will talk again. Thanks Tez for 14 years of sweet basketball memories. |
| Sebastian Gahse transfers to Frostburg State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Frostburg State University strengthened their roster with addition of German center Sebastian Gahse (6'10'') for season 2023-24. Stuttgart native played for the last two years at Central Wyoming College (NJCAA). In 24 games he recorded 3.5ppg and 5.2rpg in 2021-22 year. |
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| Kevion Taylor claims Greek A2 Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 23-year old swingman had a double-double of 28 points and eleven rebounds, while his team edged out Psychikou (20-9) 87-83. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Iraklis to jump to the first place in the Greek A2. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Iraklis has a very solid 20-9 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Taylor had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. He turned to be Iraklis' top player in his first season with the team. Valparaiso University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Taylor is in league's top in points (8th best: 17.2ppg) and averages solid 58.5% FGP and 41.6% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Panagiotis Tsamis (204-C-2002) of AO Triton. Tsamis impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 19 points and 20 rebounds. Bad luck as AO Triton lost that game 65-73 to slightly higher-ranked Maroussi (#3, 20-9). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. AO Triton still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 18-10 record is not bad at all. Tsamis is a newcomer at AO Triton 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 Tyler Peterson (193-G-1997) of Papagou (#8). Peterson scored 29 points and passed four assists. He was a key player of Papagou, leading his team to a 92-91 win against slightly higher-ranked Panerythraikos (#6, 17-12). Peterson has a great season in Greece. After 29 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.6ppg (9th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Dimitrios Geromichalos) of Megaridas - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Jacob Wiley (201-F-1998) of Megaridas - 18 points and 11 rebounds 6. Alexis Kyritsis (198-G-1982) of Ermis S. - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists 7. Theodoros Konstantinidis (194-G-2004) of Aias Evosmou - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists 8. Stavros Sioundris (188-F-1991) of Amyntas - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Periklis Kouroupakis (206-C-2002) of Charilaos - 19 points and 4 rebounds 10. Kostas Efstratiou (185-G-1998) of Panerythraikos - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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Platon Basketball Academy is once more hosting the International U16 Basketball Tournament '2nd Platon Basketball Spring - PBS' from 4th to 7th of May, 2023 The Tournament is unique in terms of how the tournament is generally run. It has been very popular within the international basketball community having attracted young players aged between 15-16 years old from different countries and is considered the most successful International tournament of U16 in Greece. Top tier U16 Basketball academies from Greece and Europe, Basketball academies that are considered models at a pan-European level, meet in the Platonas indoor gymnasium, to offer a spectacle and to share practices and ideas, which evolve both basketball and the philosophy that inspires sports or daily victories. The 2nd PBS promises players and spectators a unique competing experience, the interest of which goes beyond the borders of Greece. It is a basketball-focused tournament, with young athletes as the protagonists and pillars of our values such as teamwork, development, cooperation, emotion, rivalry, passion, strength, endurance, coexistence and hospitality. This tournament aspires to give the messages of a sports world to come and to establish itself as an institution, which highlights the power and dynamism at young ages, underlining the importance of investing in young athletes, who will become carriers of any positive change. At Platonas, since the first day of our Academy's operation, we have been working with faith, organization, perseverance and pioneering practices on developmental basketball, not simply to build strong athletes or winning teams, but to support young people to mature initially as personalities and then as players, who can surpass themselves outside of any condition", emphasizes the president of the team, Mr. Michalis Papadopoulos. The 2nd PBS has the honor of hosting top teams from Greece, such as Peristeri GS Athens U16 team, Panathinaikos Athens U16 team, Olympiacos Piraeus U16 team and GS Kronos Agiou Dimitriou, while there will also be some power houses coming from Italy, Stella Azzurra Roma, from Germany, FC Bayern Munich U16 team and from Lithuania, SKM Vilnius U16 team, they will get to know the Greek culture and hospitality and they, in turn, will pass on their knowledge about development basketball and more. |
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| Euroleague: Monaco claim second straight win over Maccabi - by Eurobasket News |
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Maccabi Tel Aviv - Monaco 78-83 Monaco earned the second consecutive victory in the Euroleague quarterfinal series versus Maccabi. They stole a road win in Tel Aviv tonight to go 2-1 up in the best-of-five series. Mike James (185-G-1990, college: Lamar) was pivotal for the winners with 21 points. Monaco dominated in the first half. They secured a 22-16 lead ten minutes into the game. The Monegasque side extended the margin at 9-point mark at halftime 41-32. Maccabi cut the distance in the third period. The hosts pulled within three points at the final break 57-60. But Monaco opened the final quarter on an 8-2 run and never looked back en route to the win. Jordan Loyd (193-G/F-1993, college: Indianapolis) accounted for 15 points in the victory. Bonzie Colson Jr. (198-PF-1996, college: Notre Dame, agency: Octagon Europe) posted 17 points for Maccabi. Wade Baldwin IV (193-PG-1996, college: Vanderbilt) had 16 points and 8 rebounds in the loss. |
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| Sherrill's 41-point game gives him Serie A2 (Second Stage) Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 41 points adding six rebounds and four assists for Mantova in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Monferrato (#5, 5-6) 102-98. Mantova is placed at 3rd position in Italian Serie A2. Mantova is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 5th lost game this season out of 11 games. In the team's last game Sherrill had a remarkable eight three-pointers out of 11 attempts. He just recently signed at Mantova, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Keshun Sherrill averages this season 22.8ppg. Second best performed player last round was Russ Smith (183-PG-1991) of Nardo. He is American guard in his first season at Nardo. In the last game Smith recorded impressive double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds. Of course he led Nardo to another comfortable win outscoring slightly higher-ranked Agrigento (#1, 6-3) 107-78. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group White. Nardo consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team's 5-4 record is not bad at all. Smith is a newcomer at Nardo and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 24.3ppg (#1). He also recorded 3.2 assists per game. Third place about best performers goes to forward Francesco Candussi (211-F/C-1994) of Fortitudo BO (#6). Candussi scored 27 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Candussi's great performance Fortitudo BO lost 76-84 to Piacenza (2-7). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Fortitudo BO can only dream about fighting for top spots in Group Blue. They have rather bad season and 2-7 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Candussi has a very solid season. In 8 games in Italy he scored 15.1ppg. He also has 5.8rpg and FGP: 57.6%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Daniel Utomi (198-G-1997) of Chiusi - 25 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Lorenzo Caroti (185-PG-1997) of Vanoli Cremona - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Federico Miaschi (200-G-2000) of Piacenza - 24 points and 12 rebounds 7. Ethan Esposito (201-F-1999) of Udine - 22 points and 11 rebounds 8. Isaiah Briscoe (190-PG-1996) of Udine - 21 points, 2 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Vojislav Stojanovic (199-G/F-1997) of Nardo - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 10. Jacopo Giachetti (191-PG-1983) of RO SAzzurra - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Serie B Round 29: Orzinuovi lose to Padova V. - by Eurobasket News | ||
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There will be only one (last) round of the Regular Season in Serie B. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Top ranked Orzinuovi (24-5) recorded its fifth loss on the court of sixth ranked Padova V. on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by Padova V. 60-58. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Orzinuovi. The best player for the winners was swingman Michele Ferrari (196-1986) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Swingman Leonardo Marangon (197-2005) chipped in 18 points. Guard Ennio Leonzio (191-1994) produced 17 points for the guests. Padova V. have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place. Orzinuovi at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost. They share it with RO Luiss and Livorno Libertas. Padova V. are looking forward to face Cd'Orlando (#11) in Capo d'Orlando in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Orzinuovi will play at home against Desio (#4) and is hoping to win this game. Important game to mention about took place in Fabriano. Eighth ranked Imola Virtus (15-13) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Fabriano (19-9) 80-78 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. Point guard Luca Galassi (185-1999) orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points and 5 rebounds. Claudio Tommasini contributed with 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Imola Virtus' coach Marco Regazzi allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. point guard Simone Centanni (187-1991) answered with 24 points for Fabriano. Imola Virtus have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to seventh place. Fabriano at the other side keeps the third position with nine games lost. Imola Virtus will play against higher ranked Piacentina (#6) in Piacenza in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fabriano will play on the road against Senigallia and hopes to get back on the winning track. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Vigevano. Third ranked Vigevano faced second-ranked Livorno Pielle. Host Vigevano (22-7) smashed guests from Livorno (22-7) 77-54. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Livorno Pielle. Filippo Rossi stepped up and scored 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Vigevano's coach Paolo Piazza felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Giovanni Lenti responded with 14 points and 9 rebounds. Vigevano have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Ruvo di Puglia and Livorno Pielle. Vigevano will meet Omegna (#7) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Livorno Pielle will play against Langhe Roero (#16) and hope to secure a win. Other games of round 29 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Gallarate was defeated by Langhe Roero in Corneliano d'Alba 81-76. Campus Varese was smashed by Sangiorgese at home 57-96. Pavia lost to Montecatiniterme on the opponent's court 78-88. Legnano K. outscored Borgomanero in a home game 109-76. Casale Libertas was rolled over Fabo Herons on the road 97-42. Livorno Libertas defeated Omegna on its own court 71-59. Oleggio beat Piombino in a road game 92-90. San Vendemiano won against Monfalcone at home 78-69. Bergamo was outscored by Desio on the opponent's court 90-68. Brianza Casa rolled over Padova Unione in a home game 100-68. Palermo defeated R.Calabria on the road 98-92. Crema beat Ragusa on its own court 81-79. Vicenza lost to Mestre in a road game 63-79. Lumezzane V. managed to outperform Cd'Orlando at home 71-63. San Miniato recorded a loss to Piacentina on the opponent's court 68-54. Faenza defeated Senigallia in a home game 74-63. Empoli beat Romagna on the road 76-63. Jesi destroyed Ancona on its own court 89-57. Rieti Real outscored Imola in a road game 70-47. Fiorenzuola recorded a loss to Ozzano at home 84-91. Pescara Bsk A was crushed by Avellino on the opponent's court 73-37. Pozzuoli beat Teramo in a home game 78-72. Bisceglie was destroyed by Trinita on the road 85-43. Taranto unfortunately lost to RO Luiss on its own court 88-93. Cassino recorded a loss to Sant Antimo in Napoli 69-84. Caserta BLE crushed Salerno at home 78-57. Corato Adr. was smashed by Ruvo di Puglia on the opponent's court 88-51. Roseto destroyed Monopoli AN in a home game 83-63. Ruvo di Puglia unfortunately lost to RO Luiss on the road 67-81. The best stats of 29th round was 12 points and 6 rebounds by Riccardo Murri of RO Luiss.
Group ALanghe Roero - Gallarate 81-76There was an upset in Corneliano d'Alba where higher ranked Gallarate (11-18) was defeated by sixteenth ranked Langhe Roero (3-26) 81-76 on Saturday. Langhe Roero had a 35-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Estonian guard Erik Makke (186-2005) stepped up and scored 25 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and Matteo Corgnati (186-2004) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds. Naturalized Dominican guard Shaquille Hidalgo (188-1994) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds and Andrea Filippi (197-1997) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Four Gallarate players scored in double figures. Gallarate's coach Stefano Gambaro rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Langhe Roero moved-up to fifteenth place, which they share with Pescara Bsk A. Gallarate lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh position with 18 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Langhe Roero will meet higher ranked Livorno Pielle (#3) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gallarate will play against Piombino (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Langhe Roero: M.Erik 25+5reb+2ast, C.Matteo 17+7reb+3ast, M.Alleia 16+4reb, V.Longo 8+6reb, M.Giorgio 7+6reb, L.Aaron 3+1reb Gallarate: A.Filippi 14+5reb, S.Hidalgo 12+9reb, F.Passerini 10+1reb+3ast, F.De Bettin 10+3ast, T.Giorgio 7+5reb, G.Francesco 7+5reb+1ast Campus Varese - Sangiorgese 57-96 No shocking result in a game when tenth ranked Sangiorgese (13-16) smashed on the road 15th ranked Campus Varese (4-25) 96-57 on Saturday. Sangiorgese dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Campus Varese's 24. Sangiorgese forced 24 Campus Varese turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Leonardo Biancotto (194-2002) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and swingman Nicolo Bertocco (198-1995) chipped in 19 points. Four Sangiorgese players scored in double figures. Sangiorgese's coach Davide Roncari felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Jonathan Blair (195-2000) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Manuel Veronesi (195-2004) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Sangiorgese maintains tenth place with 13-16 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Campus Varese keeps the fifteenth position with 25 games lost. Sangiorgese will meet at home league's leader Livorno Libertas in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Campus Varese will play against Oleggio (#12) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sangiorgese: B.Leonardo 19+10reb+3ast, N.Bertocco 19+3reb+2ast, A.Matteo 12+9reb+1ast, F.Testa 11+1reb+1ast, M.Lorenzo 8+1reb, P.Daniele 8+6reb+1ast Campus Varese: B.Jonathan 17+5reb+1ast, V.Manuel 12+8reb, M.Matteo 11+1reb+1ast, M.Allegretti 4+7reb, K.Christian 4+10reb+2ast, G.Riccardo 3+1reb Montecatiniterme - Pavia 88-78 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Pavia's (14-15) road loss to eighth ranked Montecatiniterme (17-15) 78-88 on Saturday. Montecatiniterme made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Marco Lagana (197-1993) stepped up and scored 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and point guard Nicola Savoldelli (183-1997, agency: SLN) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Montecatiniterme players scored in double figures. Montecatiniterme's coach Massimo Angelucci used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cameroonian guard Lionel Abega (190-2004) responded with 27 points and center Tommaso De Gregori (203-1998) scored 14 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Montecatiniterme have a solid series of four victories in a row. Newly promoted Montecatiniterme maintains eighth place with 17-15 record which they share with defeated Pavia. Loser Pavia dropped to the eighth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Padova Unione. Montecatiniterme will meet Borgomanero (#13) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Pavia will play against Fabo Herons (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Montecatiniterme: M.Lagana 26+5reb+4ast, M.Di Pizzo 14+4reb, M.Tommaso 13+3reb+2ast, N.Savoldelli 13+5reb+8ast, F.Marengo 11+8reb, L.Infante 6+5reb Pavia: A.Lionel 27+3reb+2ast, D.Gregori Tommaso 14+1reb, E.Gallizzi 8+4reb, A.Poti 8+4reb+2ast, R.Coviello 6+6reb+1ast, F.Oboe 6+7reb+1ast Legnano K. - Borgomanero 109-76 Very predictable result when fifth ranked Legnano K. (19-10) outscored at home 12th ranked Borgomanero (10-19) 109-76 on Saturday. Legnano K. looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Borgomanero's players. Saverio Mazzantini (195-1995, agency: Players Group) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and naturalized Argentinian guard Juan Casini (188-1980) chipped in 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Four Legnano K. players scored in double figures. Forward Andrea Loro (204-2003) responded with 23 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Stefano Longo (192-2003) scored 15 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. Legnano K. have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Piombino and San Vendemiano. Loser Borgomanero dropped to the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Bergamo. Legnano K. will meet Casale Libertas (#14) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Borgomanero will play against Montecatiniterme and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Legnano K.: S.Mazzantini 26+11reb+3ast, J.Casini 25+6reb+4ast, G.Drocker 16+3reb+3ast, M.Sacchettini 15+7reb+2ast, L.Antonietti 13+2reb, T.Marino 7+3reb+16ast Borgomanero: L.Andrea 23+6reb+1ast, L.Stefano 15+5reb, D.Benzoni 10+6reb+1ast, C.Andrea 7+1reb+1ast, F.Alberto 7+6reb+4ast, F.Francesco 5+4reb+1ast Fabo Herons - Casale Libertas 97-42 Not a big story in a game in Montecatini where 14th ranked Casale Libertas (9-20) were outplayed by eighth ranked Fabo Herons (17-9) 97-42 on Sunday. Fabo Herons dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Casale Libertas' 20. Fabo Herons forced 23 Casale Libertas turnovers and outrebounded them 41-24 including a 34-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Fabo Herons especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Casale Libertas' players. Guard Daniele DellUomo (189-1998) stepped up and scored 19 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners and naturalized Argentinian guard Adrian Chiera (191-1994, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 17 points. Four Fabo Herons players scored in double figures. Alessandro Riva (205-1998) responded with 13 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Manuel Saladini (182-2002, agency: SLN) scored 10 points and 5 steals. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fabo Herons moved-up to sixth place. Casale Libertas lost third consecutive game. Casale Libertas at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Monopoli AN. Fabo Herons will meet Pavia (#9) on the road in the next round. Casale Libertas will play against Legnano K. (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Fabo Herons: D.Dell'Uomo 19+5reb+1ast, A.Chiera 17+4reb+2ast, A.Lorenzetti 12+3reb, B.Costantino 12+4reb+4ast, G.Marco 11+6reb+2ast, N.Natali 9+4reb+3ast Casale Libertas: A.Riva 13+6reb, M.Saladini 10+2reb+2ast, A.Apuzzo 8+1reb+2ast, G.De Ros 4+4reb+1ast, K.Bilal 3, G.Raiteri 2+3reb+1ast Vigevano - Livorno Pielle 77-54 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Vigevano. Third ranked Vigevano faced second-ranked Livorno Pielle. Host Vigevano (22-7) smashed guests from Livorno (22-7) 77-54. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Livorno Pielle. They outrebounded Livorno Pielle 37-22 including 26 on the defensive glass. Vigevano looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Point guard Filippo Rossi (193-1997) stepped up and scored 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and naturalized Dominican point guard Alberto Benites (180-1997, agency: SLN) chipped in 13 points and 8 assists. Vigevano's coach Paolo Piazza felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Power forward Giovanni Lenti (200-1996, agency: BIG) responded with 14 points and 9 rebounds and Luca Campori (194-1999, agency: SLN) scored 9 points and 5 assists. Vigevano have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Ruvo di Puglia and Livorno Pielle. Vigevano will meet Omegna (#7) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Livorno Pielle will play against Langhe Roero (#16) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Vigevano: F.Rossi 17+9reb+4ast, M.Peroni 14+3reb+4ast, A.Benites 13+4reb+8ast, K.Strautmanis 9+5reb+1ast, G.Broglia 8+4reb+1ast, J.Mercante 8+6reb+2ast Livorno Pielle: G.Lenti 14+9reb+3ast, L.Campori 9+2reb+5ast, M.Rubbini 9+1reb, F.Loschi 6+1reb, B.Diouf 4+2reb+1ast, A.Gian 4+5reb+1ast Livorno Libertas - Omegna 71-59 Everything went according to plan when first ranked Livorno Libertas (24-5) won against at home 6th ranked Omegna (17-12) 71-59 on Sunday. The former international power forward Tommaso Fantoni (206-1985, agency: Players Group) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and swingman Jacopo Lucarelli (197-1996, agency: Players Group) chipped in 10 points and 8 rebounds. Point guard Michele Antelli (183-1998) responded with 8 points and 5 rebounds and naturalized Serbian Nikola Markovic (197-2000) scored 11 points. Omegna's coach Flavio Fioretti rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Livorno Libertas have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 24-5 record, which they share with RO Luiss and Orzinuovi. Loser Omegna keeps the sixth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Bisceglie and Brianza Casa. Livorno Libertas will meet Sangiorgese (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Omegna will play against the league's second-placed Vigevano (#2) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Livorno Libertas: A.Ricci 14, T.Fantoni 11+11reb+1ast, J.Lucarelli 10+8reb+1ast, F.Fratto 8+8reb+3ast, A.Saccaggi 7+3reb+2ast, A.Bargnesi 7+1reb Omegna: N.Markovic 11+3reb, M.Torgano 10+1reb, A.Picarelli 8+1reb+2ast, M.Antelli 8+5reb+3ast, S.Manuele 7+3reb, J.Balanzoni 7+5reb+2ast Piombino - Oleggio 90-92 There was an upset when 4th placed Piombino (19-10) was edged at home by twelfth ranked Oleggio (11-18) 92-90 on Sunday. Andrea Colussa (202-2000) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and guard Matteo Maruca (185-1997) chipped in 33 points (!!!) and 5 assists. Center Edoardo Tiberti (203-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 18 rebounds and naturalized Slovenian Denis Alibegovic (195-1999, agency: Interperformances) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. Four Piombino players scored in double figures. Oleggio moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Piombino lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the third position with ten games lost. They share it with Legnano K. and San Vendemiano. Oleggio will meet at home Campus Varese (#15) in the next round. Piombino will play against Gallarate (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Oleggio: M.Maruca 33+5ast, A.Colussa 25+13reb+1ast, R.Buono 10+3reb+10ast, O.Giacomelli 9+8reb+1ast, B.Gabriele 7+12reb+1ast, O.Seck 6+7reb+1ast Piombino: E.Tiberti 22+18reb+1ast, A.Denis 20+10reb+1ast, C.Bianchi 19+7reb+1ast, M.Venucci 12+1reb+10ast, M.Dario 5, F.Piccone 5+1reb+5ast Group BSan Vendemiano - Monfalcone 78-69No shocking result in a game when third ranked San Vendemiano (19-10) defeated at home 10th ranked Monfalcone (13-16) 78-69 on Saturday. San Vendemiano looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Matteo Palermo (190-1991) stepped up and scored 16 points and 7 assists for the winners and point guard Giacomo Sanguinetti (181-1990) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four San Vendemiano players scored in double figures. Point guard Roberto Prandin (188-1986) responded with 22 points and the former international power forward Massimo Rezzano (205-1982) scored 14 points. San Vendemiano maintains third place with 19-10 record having five points less than leader Rieti Real, which they share with Legnano K. and Piombino. Loser Monfalcone keeps the tenth position with 16 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. San Vendemiano will meet Padova Unione (#8) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Monfalcone will play against Lumezzane V. and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: San Vendemiano: M.Palermo 16+4reb+7ast, O.Dieng 15+1reb+1ast, G.Sanguinetti 14+6reb+4ast, M.Nicoli 13+4reb+1ast, G.Baldini 7+1reb, D.Hadzic 7+3reb+2ast Monfalcone: R.Prandin 22+1reb+3ast, M.Rezzano 14+3reb+2ast, M.Bacchin 12+4reb+2ast, D.Medizza 7+5reb+2ast, A.Mazic 7+9reb, A.Coronica 4+4reb+1ast Desio - Bergamo 90-68 Very expected game when 14th ranked Bergamo (10-19) was rolled over on the road by fourth ranked Desio (18-11) 90-68 on Saturday. Desio dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Bergamo's 26. They outrebounded Bergamo 43-26 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Desio looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Bergamo's players. Point guard Mattia Molteni (191-1996) stepped up and scored 21 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and power forward Giacomo Maspero (204-1992) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Four Desio players scored in double figures. Swiss guard Nicolo Isotta (184-2003) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and swingman Guglielmo Sodero (191-1993) scored 24 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. Desio have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 18-11 record, which they share with Cassino. Loser Bergamo dropped to the thirteenth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Borgomanero. Desio will meet league's leader Orzinuovi on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bergamo will play against Crema (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Desio: M.Molteni 21+8reb+3ast, G.Maspero 18+7reb, M.Tornari 17+3reb+3ast, C.Simone 11+7reb, A.Mazzoleni 10+1reb+4ast, G.Giarelli 8+3reb+4ast Bergamo: G.Sodero 24+1reb+2ast, I.Nicolo 16+12reb+3ast, R.Rota 13+6reb, S.Genovese 9+5reb, M.Luca 4+2reb, C.Matteo 2+1ast Brianza Casa - Padova Unione 100-68 Rather predictable result in Bernareggio where sixth ranked Brianza Casa (17-12) outscored 8th ranked Padova Unione (14-15) 100-68 on Saturday. Brianza Casa made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. Brianza Casa had a 36-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Point guard Davide Todeschini (193-1993) stepped up and scored 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and Fabio Bugatti (198-1998, agency: SLN) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. Five Brianza Casa players scored in double figures. Corrado Bianconi (202-1994) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds and center Ivan Morgillo (206-1992, agency: Players Group) scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Brianza Casa have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain sixth place with 17-12 record, which they share with Omegna and Bisceglie. Newly promoted Padova Unione keeps the eighth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Pavia. Brianza Casa will meet Vicenza (#9) on the road in the next round. Padova Unione will play against San Vendemiano and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Brianza Casa: F.Bugatti 17+6reb+1ast, D.Todeschini 16+5reb+3ast, M.Galassi 15+1reb, L.Tommaso 13+3reb+3ast, A.Adam 12+8reb, B.Alessandro 10+6reb+4ast Padova Unione: M.Turel 13+5reb, C.Bianconi 12+7reb, G.Basile 10+3reb+3ast, I.Morgillo 9+8reb+1ast, M.Coppo 9+1reb+1ast, B.Nicola 6+3reb Padova V. - Orzinuovi 60-58 Top ranked Orzinuovi (24-5) recorded its fifth loss on the court of sixth ranked Padova V. on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by Padova V. 60-58. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Orzinuovi. The best player for the winners was swingman Michele Ferrari (196-1986) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Swingman Leonardo Marangon (197-2005) chipped in 18 points. Guard Ennio Leonzio (191-1994) produced 17 points and forward Marco Planezio (198-1991) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Padova V. have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place. Orzinuovi at the other side still keeps top position with five games lost. They share it with RO Luiss and Livorno Libertas. Padova V. are looking forward to face Cd'Orlando (#11) in Capo d'Orlando in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Orzinuovi will play at home against Desio (#4) and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Padova V.: M.Leonardo 18+4reb+1ast, F.Ihedioha 12+7reb+1ast, M.Ferrari 12+10reb+3ast, F.De Nicolao 8+5reb+2ast, F.Paolin 4+5reb, M.Lusvarghi 3+5reb Orzinuovi: E.Leonzio 17+3reb+2ast, M.Planezio 10+8reb, E.Trapani 10+1reb+1ast, M.Da Campo 7+4reb, A.Procacci 5+2reb, A.Nicolas 4+5reb R.Calabria - Palermo 92-98 We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Reggio Calabria where 15th ranked R.Calabria (6-22) was defeated by sixteenth ranked Palermo (4-24) 98-92 on Sunday. Palermo dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to R.Calabria's 40. Palermo forced 21 R.Calabria turnovers. Power forward Giuseppe Caronna (208-1994) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and guard Andrea Birra (187-2002) chipped in 27 points and 5 rebounds. Davide Marchini (188-1995, agency: Players Group) responded with 29 points and naturalized Bosnian point guard Amar Balic (180-1996) produced a triple-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Newly promoted Palermo maintains sixteenth place with 4-24 record. R.Calabria lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. They share it with Empoli and San Miniato. Palermo will meet at home league's second-placed Mestre in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. R.Calabria will play against Ragusa (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Palermo: B.Andrea 27+5reb+1ast, G.Caronna 23+14reb, M.Vittorio 20+3reb, D.Giuliomaria Jona 16+4reb+7ast, D.Drigo 10+4reb, A.Ronconi 2+1reb R.Calabria: D.Marchini 29+2reb+2ast, S.Spizzichini 12+10reb, F.Bischetti 11+3reb+2ast, A.Balic 11+10reb+12ast, S.Farina 11+5reb, A.Tiberti 9+4reb+1ast Crema - Ragusa 81-79 The game between closely ranked teams ended with twelfth ranked Crema's (12-16) home victory over 13th ranked Ragusa (11-18) 81-79 on Sunday. Crema made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Ragusa turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Naturalized Serbian power forward Arsenije Stepanovic (206-2000) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and point guard Filippo Fazioli (192-1998, agency: SLN) chipped in 20 points and 5 assists. Franco Gaetano (202-1999, agency: Players Group) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 19 rebounds and guard Giovanni Ianelli (190-2000) scored 18 points and 4 steals. Four Ragusa players scored in double figures. Crema maintains twelfth place with 12-16 record. Ragusa lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 18 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Crema will meet Bergamo (#14) on the road in the next round. Ragusa will play against R.Calabria and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Crema: F.Fazioli 20+1reb+5ast, A.Stepanovic 16+13reb+5ast, M.Graziani 14+4reb+5ast, Z.Lorenzo 9+2reb+5ast, R.Crespi 9+5reb+1ast, W.William 7+2reb Ragusa: G.Franco 19+19reb+3ast, G.Ianelli 18+1reb+1ast, E.Andrea 11+1reb+5ast, C.Giorgio 10+6reb, R.Chessari 9+2reb+3ast, Z.Matteo 8+6reb Mestre - Vicenza 79-63 There was no surprise when 9th ranked Vicenza (13-15) was defeated on the road by second ranked Mestre (22-6) 79-63 on Sunday. Mestre made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Naturalized Argentinian center Matias Bortolin (208-1993, agency: Interperformances) stepped up and scored 8 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and swingman Alberto Conti (195-1998) chipped in 16 points. Point guard Andrea Ambrosetti (184-1999) responded with 15 points and center Riccardo Bassi (202-2001) scored 8 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mestre maintains second place with 22-6 record having just three points less than leader Rieti Real. Loser Vicenza keeps the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Mestre will meet Palermo (#16) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Vicenza will play against Brianza Casa (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Mestre: A.Conti 16+3reb+1ast, F.Massimo Sebastianelli 13+2reb+2ast, T.Rossi 10+3reb+3ast, N.Pellicano 9+3reb+2ast, M.Bortolin 8+10reb+5ast, E.Caversazio 8+4reb+1ast Vicenza: A.Ambrosetti 15+3reb+2ast, L.Brambilla 10+7reb+1ast, B.Riccardo 8+10reb+1ast, C.Valerio 7+5reb+3ast, N.Petrucci 6+1ast, N.Ianuale 6+8reb+3ast Lumezzane V. - Cd'Orlando 71-63 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Lumezzane V. (16-13) defeated at home 9th ranked Cd'Orlando (13-16) 71-63 on Sunday. Guard Andrea Scanzi (190-1988) stepped up and scored 15 points and 4 assists for the winners and forward Edoardo Maresca (198-1998, agency: SLN) chipped in 10 points and 12 rebounds. Naturalized Swiss power forward Patrick Baldassarre (201-1986, agency: Players Group) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and Alberto Triassi (192-2002) scored 14 points. Lumezzane V. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain seventh place with 16-13 record, which they share with Avellino. Cd'Orlando lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with 16 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Lumezzane V. will meet Monfalcone (#10) on the road in the next round. Cd'Orlando will play against Padova V. and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Lumezzane V.: A.Scanzi 15+4reb+4ast, D.Perez 12+5reb+3ast, E.Maresca 10+12reb+1ast, D.Mastrangelo 9+1ast, F.Massimiliano 8+2reb, S.Dilas 7+5reb Cd'Orlando: A.Triassi 14+3reb+1ast, P.Baldassarre 14+12reb+4ast, M.Passera 11+2reb+3ast, K.Ricards 9+5reb+2ast, T.Binelli 6+4reb, M.Lagana 5+5reb+1ast Group CPiacentina - San Miniato 68-54Very expected game in Piacenza where 14th ranked San Miniato (6-22) was defeated by sixth ranked Piacentina (16-12) 68-54 on Sunday. Piacentina outrebounded San Miniato 39-24 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lorenzo Passoni (197-1997) stepped up and scored 10 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and power forward Alessandro Cecchetti (200-1991, agency: SLN) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. Four Piacentina players scored in double figures. Power forward Alessandro Spatti (203-1995, agency: SLN) responded with 13 points and 4 assists and guard Niccolo Venturoli (196-2000) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Piacentina moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ozzano. San Miniato lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. They share it with Empoli and R.Calabria. Piacentina will meet Imola Virtus (#7) on the road in the next round. San Miniato will play against Firenze (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Piacentina: G.Berra 14, S.Angelucci 11+4reb+1ast, L.Passoni 10+5reb+3ast, A.Cecchetti 10+7reb, B.Beniamino 9+5reb, K.Korsunov 5+5reb+3ast San Miniato: V.Niccolo 16+3reb+1ast, A.Spatti 13+4reb+4ast, L.Tozzi 7+1reb+1ast, R.Quartuccio 5+5reb+2ast, L.Cipriani 3+5reb, B.Giorgio 3 Faenza - Senigallia 74-63 Very predictable result when second ranked Faenza (23-5) beat at home 11th ranked Senigallia (13-15) 74-63 on Sunday. Faenza forced 29 Senigallia turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Giovanni Poggi (201-1997) stepped up and scored 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and forward Simone Aromando (200-1997, agency: SLN) chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. Four Faenza players scored in double figures. Faenza's coach Luigi Garelli used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Simone Pozzetti (200-1990) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 18 rebounds and Matteo Santucci (194-1998) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. Faenza have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 23-5 record behind leader Rieti Real. Senigallia lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Faenza will meet Ancona (#8) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Senigallia will play against Fabriano and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Faenza: G.Poggi 13+6reb+4ast, S.Vico 11+1reb+2ast, S.Aromando 11+7reb, V.Alessandro 10+5reb+2ast, G.Siberna 6+4reb+3ast, M.Petrucci 6+7reb+3ast Senigallia: M.Santucci 19+5reb+2ast, S.Pozzetti 15+18reb+3ast, F.Giannini 14+3reb+4ast, M.Neri 6+4reb+3ast, M.Lemmi 5+4reb+2ast, M.Giacomini 3+6reb+5ast Romagna - Empoli 63-76 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 16th ranked Romagna's (3-25) home loss to fifteenth ranked Empoli (6-22) 63-76 on Sunday. The former international swingman Andrea Casella (195-1990) stepped up and scored 17 points for the winners and naturalized Nigerian Obinna Nwokoye (195-1995, agency: Players Group) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Five Empoli players scored in double figures. Guard Filippo Rossi (197-2001) responded with 12 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Matteo Chiapparini (185-2003) scored 12 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Empoli moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with San Miniato and R.Calabria. Loser Romagna keeps the sixteenth position with 25 games lost. Empoli will meet at home higher ranked Imola (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Romagna will play against the league's leader Rieti Real (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Empoli: A.Casella 17+4reb+3ast, V.Costa 14+2reb+5ast, O.Nwokoye 12+7reb+2ast, G.Luca 10+2reb, A.Antonini 10+4reb+1ast, C.Simone 5+5reb+2ast Romagna: R.Filippo 12+8reb+1ast, C.Matteo 12+4reb+1ast, L.Sebrek 11+5reb, A.Lombardo 9+2reb, T.Georges 6+7reb+3ast, J.Bracci 6+8reb+2ast Jesi - Ancona 89-57 Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Jesi (18-10) outleveled at home 7th ranked Ancona (14-14) 89-57 on Sunday. Jesi made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. Jesi outrebounded Ancona 46-28 including a 37-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Ancona's players. Massimiliano Ferraro (198-1998) stepped up and scored 18 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and guard Roberto Marulli (190-1991) chipped in 22 points. Four Jesi players scored in double figures. Center Alberto Bedin (202-1999) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and guard Leonardo Ciribeni (190-1992) scored 7 points and 4 steals. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Jesi maintains fourth place with 18-10 record. Ancona lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with 14 games lost. Jesi will meet Ozzano (#5) in the next round. Ancona will play against the league's second-placed Faenza and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Jesi: R.Marulli 22+3reb, M.Ferraro 18+9reb+3ast, A.Valentini 14+6reb+3ast, L.Varaschin 11+7reb+4ast, C.Nicola 8+6reb, F.Cicconi 6+6reb+2ast Ancona: A.Bedin 16+7reb+2ast, L.Panzini 8+1reb+3ast, L.Ciribeni 7+4reb+1ast, F.Guerra 6+2reb+1ast, C.Nikodem 6+4reb, G.Yannick 4 Fabriano - Imola Virtus 78-80 Important game to mention about took place in Fabriano. Eighth ranked Imola Virtus (15-13) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Fabriano (19-9) 80-78 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. Point guard Luca Galassi (185-1999) orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Claudio Tommasini (197-1991) contributed with 13 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Imola Virtus players scored in double figures. Imola Virtus' coach Marco Regazzi allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Point guard Simone Centanni (187-1991) answered with 24 points and naturalized Argentinian point guard Nicolas Stanic (180-1984) added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Fabriano. Imola Virtus have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to seventh place. Fabriano at the other side keeps the third position with nine games lost. Imola Virtus will play against higher ranked Piacentina (#6) in Piacenza in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fabriano will play on the road against Senigallia and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Imola Virtus: L.Galassi 15+5reb+3ast, C.Tommasini 13+5reb+2ast, F.Magagnoli 12+5reb+3ast, B.Mladenov 10+7reb+2ast, M.Morara 9+5reb, J.Aglio 9+3reb Fabriano: S.Centanni 24+4reb+3ast, N.Stanic 19+5reb+5ast, G.Gianmarco 8+11reb, G.Alessandro 8+11reb, A.Riccardo 8, F.Papa 6+2reb+1ast Imola - Rieti Real 47-70 There was no surprise when 9th ranked Imola (13-15) was crushed at home by first ranked Rieti Real (25-3) 70-47 on Sunday. Rieti Real outrebounded Imola 47-18 including a 35-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Swingman Riccardo Chinellato (198-2000, agency: SLN) stepped up and scored 9 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and swingman Lorenzo Piccin (191-2002, agency: SLN) chipped in 8 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Alex Ranuzzi (195-1986, agency: Interperformances) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and Carlo Trentin (194-1996, agency: SLN) scored 6 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. Rieti Real have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 25-3 record. Loser Imola keeps the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Rieti Real will meet at home Romagna (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Imola will play against Empoli (#14) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Rieti Real: G.Pagani 11+2reb, C.Alessandro 11+4reb+1ast, R.Chinellato 9+10reb, P.Lorenzo 8+8reb+2ast, F.Gianluca 7, M.Alessio 7+6reb Imola: A.Ranuzzi 12+6reb+1ast, K.Cusenza 10+1reb+1ast, F.Tognacci 8+2reb+1ast, C.Trentin 6+5reb+1ast, M.Tommaso 3, N.Corcelli 3+1reb+1ast Fiorenzuola - Ozzano 84-91 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Ozzano (16-12) defeated on the road 10th ranked Fiorenzuola (13-15) 91-84 on Sunday. Ozzano made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Fiorenzuola turnovers. It was a great shooting night for Ozzano especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. Naturalized Ukrainian center Dimitri Klyuchnyk (211-2001) stepped up and scored 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and swingman Gioacchino Chiappelli (198-1991, agency: SLN) chipped in 15 points and 12 rebounds. Giulio Casagrande (197-1993) responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds and forward Jacopo Preti (200-1994) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ozzano maintains fifth place with 16-12 record, which they share with Piacentina. Loser Fiorenzuola dropped to the ninth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Ozzano will meet at home higher ranked Jesi (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Fiorenzuola will play against Matelica (#13) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ozzano: D.Klyuchnyk 26+7reb+2ast, S.Lasagni 20+1reb+3ast, M.Barattini 15+1reb+5ast, G.Chiappelli 15+12reb+3ast, B.Carlo 7+1reb, S.Bonfiglio 2+3reb+2ast Fiorenzuola: G.Casagrande 19+5reb+2ast, J.Preti 18+7reb, G.Noah 17+1reb+3ast, M.Magrini 10+2reb+5ast, M.Caverni 7+4ast, B.Ilija 6+2reb+4ast Group DAvellino - Pescara Bsk A 73-37Very expected game when 15th ranked Pescara Bsk A (3-26) was rolled over on the road by eighth ranked Avellino (16-13) 73-37 on Sunday. Avellino held Pescara Bsk A to an opponent 23.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 43.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Power forward Andrea Valentini (199-1998, agency: SLN) stepped up and scored 12 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and point guard Riccardo Arienti (180-2002, agency: SLN) chipped in 13 points. Coach Giovanni Benedetto's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Davide Pucci (190-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds and center Seye Modo (208-2004) scored 10 points. Avellino moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Lumezzane V. Pescara Bsk A lost fourteenth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth position with 26 games lost. They share it with Langhe Roero. Avellino will meet Bisceglie (#7) on the road in the next round. Pescara Bsk A will play against Pozzuoli (#16) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Avellino: M.Carida 13+2reb+1ast, A.Riccardo 13+4reb+2ast, A.Valentini 12+7reb+1ast, A.Bianco 8+5reb+1ast, G.Carenza 7+2reb+3ast, D.Vitale 7+3reb+2ast Pescara Bsk A: D.Pucci 13+14reb+1ast, M.Seye 10+3reb, K.Boussoukna 5+4reb, A.Capitanelli 5+5reb, C.Piermauro 2+1reb, D.Fasciocco 2+2reb Pozzuoli - Teramo 78-72 There was a surprise result when sixteenth ranked Pozzuoli (2-27) beat at home higher ranked Teramo (11-18) 78-72 on Sunday. They outrebounded Teramo 39-24 including a 31-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Pozzuoli looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Teramo's players. Naturalized Senegalese center Iba Koite Thiam (205-1998, agency: Players Group) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and Montenegrin power forward Fatih Mehmedovic (205-2000, agency: SLN) chipped in 24 points and 10 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Federico Casoni (201-1997) responded with 23 points and guard Lorenzo Calbini (185-2003) scored 12 points. Four Teramo players scored in double figures. Teramo's coach Andrea Gabrielli rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Pozzuoli maintains sixteenth place with 2-27 record. Loser Teramo dropped to the eleventh position with 18 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Pozzuoli will meet higher ranked Pescara Bsk A (#15) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Teramo will play against the league's second-placed Roseto (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Pozzuoli: M.Fatih 24+10reb, I.Koite Thiam 19+13reb+4ast, M.Joseph 10+3reb, S.Francesco 9+1reb+8ast, S.Lucarelli 6+4reb+2ast, G.Daniele 5+1reb Teramo: F.Casoni 23+3reb, S.Perin 14+1reb, C.Lorenzo 12+2reb+2ast, C.Luigi 10+5reb, G.Arcangelo 6+4reb, S.Mattia 5+1reb Trinita - Bisceglie 85-43 There was an upset when higher ranked Bisceglie (17-12) was outplayed on the road by twelfth ranked Trinita (12-17) 85-43 on Sunday. Trinita forced 20 Bisceglie turnovers and outrebounded them 46-24 including a 18-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Naturalized Estonian point guard Hugo Erkmaa (194-1999) stepped up and scored 19 points and 4 assists for the winners and point guard Simone Giunta (185-2000) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. Four Trinita players scored in double figures. Coach Antonio Paternoster's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Filiberto Dri (190-1989) responded with 12 points and naturalized Argentinian center Marcelo Dip (205-1984) scored 8 points. Trinita moved-up to eleventh place. Loser Bisceglie dropped to the sixth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Omegna and Brianza Casa. Trinita will meet Corato Adr. (#14) on the road in the next round. Bisceglie will play against Avellino (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Trinita: H.Erkmaa 19+1reb+4ast, B.Misolic 15+6reb, A.Klacar 11+4reb+4ast, G.Simone 10+9reb+3ast, M.Divac 8+5reb+1ast, C.Luigi 7+3reb+2ast Bisceglie: F.Dri 12+2reb+2ast, M.Dip 8+4reb, M.Bini 8+2reb, R.Chiti 7+1reb+1ast, P.Marco 4+5reb, V.Davide 2+4reb Taranto - RO Luiss 88-93 Everything went according to plan when first ranked RO Luiss (24-5) won against on the road 9th ranked Taranto (15-14) 93-88 on Sunday. RO Luiss made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. Matteo Fallucca (196-1993) stepped up and scored 28 points for the winners and Matija Jovovic (198-1999) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. RO Luiss' coach Andrea Paccarie used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Naturalized Argentinian center Diego Corral (203-1986, agency: Interperformances) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and naturalized Argentinian power forward Enzo Cena (200-1992, agency: Interperformances) scored 23 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. RO Luiss maintains first place with 24-5 record, which they share with Livorno Libertas and Orzinuovi. Loser Taranto keeps the ninth position with 14 games lost. RO Luiss will meet at home Caserta BLE (#5) in the next round. Taranto will play against Cassino (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: RO Luiss: M.Fallucca 28+4reb+2ast, M.Jovovic 17+7reb+6ast, M.Legnini 11+6reb+1ast, G.Di Bonaventura 10+6reb+2ast, Z.Andrea 7, M.Riccardo 7+4reb+2ast Taranto: E.Cena 23+7reb+1ast, R.Simone 22+1reb+1ast, D.Corral 21+10reb+3ast, S.Bruno 12+8reb+5ast, F.Villa 8+6reb+4ast, G.Mattia 2+2reb+2ast Sant Antimo - Cassino 84-69 There was no surprise in Napoli where 6th ranked Cassino (18-11) was defeated by fourth ranked Sant Antimo (20-9) 84-69 on Saturday. Center Andrea Quarisa (204-1992, agency: SLN) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and point guard Roberto Maggio (183-1990) chipped in 18 points. Guard Flavio Gay (185-1998) responded with 22 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized Montenegrin Janko Cepic (203-1999) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cassino's coach Roberto Russo rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sant Antimo have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 20-9 record, which they share with Caserta BLE. Loser Cassino dropped to the fourth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Desio. Sant Antimo will meet Salerno (#10) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Cassino will play against Taranto (#9) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sant Antimo: R.Maggio 18+4reb+1ast, G.Sgobba 14+7reb, C.Cantone 12+1reb+4ast, A.Quarisa 11+13reb, F.Montanari 9+1reb+2ast, G.Scali 9+6reb+1ast Cassino: F.Gay 22+7reb+2ast, L.Kekovic 15+7reb+2ast, J.Cepic 12+9reb+4ast, J.Milosevic 10+2reb+2ast, M.Teghini 4+3reb+2ast, M.De Leone 4+1reb Caserta BLE - Salerno 78-57 No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Caserta BLE (20-9) smashed at home 10th ranked Salerno (13-16) 78-57 on Monday. Naturalized Albanian swingman Klaudio Ndoja (200-1985) stepped up and scored 27 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and swingman Alessandro Sperduto (193-2000) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Alessio Donadoni (197-1997, agency: SLN) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds and forward Dario Zucca (203-1996) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Four Salerno players scored in double figures. Caserta BLE moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sant Antimo. Loser Salerno keeps the tenth position with 16 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Caserta BLE will meet league's leader RO Luiss in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Salerno will play against Sant Antimo (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Caserta BLE: K.Ndoja 27+9reb, A.Sperduto 14+7reb+5ast, R.Raffaele 13+8reb, D.Lucas 9+2reb+2ast, N.Mei 6+4reb+3ast, B.Sergio 4+1reb+2ast Salerno: N.Moffa 14+3reb, A.Donadoni 12+7reb+2ast, D.Zucca 12+7reb+1ast, S.Victor 10+1reb+1ast, M.Mastroianni 8+3reb+1ast, C.Marco 1 Ruvo di Puglia - Corato Adr. 88-51 Very expected game when 14th ranked Corato Adr. (7-22) was rolled over on the road by third ranked Ruvo di Puglia (22-7) 88-51 on Sunday. Ruvo di Puglia forced 19 Corato Adr. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Corato Adr.'s players. Forward Federico Pirani (203-2002) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and guard Federico Burini (191-1993) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. Four Ruvo di Puglia players scored in double figures. Center Francesco Infante (204-1992) responded with 13 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized Russian center Ilia Boev (209-2001) scored 10 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. Ruvo di Puglia moved-up to second place, which they share with Vigevano and Livorno Pielle. Corato Adr. lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. Ruvo di Puglia will meet Monopoli AN (#13) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Corato Adr. will play against Trinita and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ruvo di Puglia: F.Burini 14+4reb+4ast, A.Andrea 14+1reb+1ast, L.Toniato 12+2reb+4ast, P.Federico 12+12reb+1ast, M.Ghersetti 10+1reb+2ast, M.Ammannato 6+3reb+1ast Corato Adr.: F.Infante 13+7reb+2ast, B.Ilia 10+7reb+1ast, G.Artioli 8+7reb+1ast, P.Battaglia 6+1ast, E.Idiaru 5+1reb+1ast, M.Stella 5+3ast Roseto - Monopoli AN 83-63 Very predictable result when second ranked Roseto (23-6) outscored at home 13th ranked Monopoli AN (9-20) 83-63 on Sunday. Naturalized Serbian swingman Nemanja Dincic (202-1998) stepped up and scored 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and naturalized Senegalese center Magaye Seck (201-2001) chipped in 10 points and 10 rebounds. Five Roseto players scored in double figures. Point guard Riccardo Ballabio (180-1998) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and Nicola Bastone (195-1992) scored 15 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Roseto have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain second place with 23-6 record behind leader Rieti Real. Loser Monopoli AN keeps the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. They share it with Casale Libertas. Roseto will meet Teramo (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Monopoli AN will play against Ruvo di Puglia and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Roseto: M.Santiangeli 15+4reb, N.Dincic 14+9reb+1ast, N.Morici 12+3reb+1ast, E.Di Emidio 12+1reb+6ast, V.Amoroso 10+3reb+6ast, S.Magaye 10+10reb+2ast Monopoli AN: R.Ballabio 17+5reb+3ast, N.Bastone 15+4reb+1ast, G.Moretti 12+2reb+1ast, Y.Biordi 7+5reb+1ast, M.Annese 6+2reb, R.Jacopo 4+5reb+2ast Round 26RO Luiss - Ruvo di Puglia 81-67Not a big story in a game in Roma where 3rd placed Ruvo di Puglia (22-7) was defeated by first ranked RO Luiss (24-5) 81-67 on Wednesday. RO Luiss dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Ruvo di Puglia's 16. They outrebounded Ruvo di Puglia 41-29 including 26 on the defensive glass. Matteo Fallucca (196-1993) stepped up and scored 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and Riccardo Murri (190-2000) chipped in 12 points and 6 rebounds. RO Luiss' coach Andrea Paccarie used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Naturalized Argentinian Mario Ghersetti (201-1981) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds and guard Luca Toniato (193-1998, agency: Interperformances) scored 14 points. Four Ruvo di Puglia players scored in double figures. RO Luiss maintains first place with 24-5 record, which they share with Livorno Libertas and Orzinuovi. Loser Ruvo di Puglia dropped to the second position with seven games lost. They share it with Vigevano and Livorno Pielle. RO Luiss will meet at home Caserta BLE (#5) in the next round. Ruvo di Puglia will play against Monopoli AN and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: RO Luiss: M.Fallucca 18+5reb+1ast, M.Riccardo 12+6reb+1ast, D.Domenico 11+3reb+3ast, M.Jovovic 10+2reb+2ast, M.Legnini 8+2reb+2ast, G.Allodi 7+7reb Ruvo di Puglia: M.Ghersetti 15+7reb+3ast, L.Toniato 14+4reb+1ast, M.Diomede 14+3ast, T.Gatto 11+4reb, M.Ammannato 8+5reb+2ast, V.Leonardo 3+4reb+2ast |
| 2nd Platon Basketball Spring - PBS - by Chris Mammides |
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Platon Basketball Academy is once more hosting the International U16 Basketball Tournament '2nd Platon Basketball Spring - PBS' from 4th to 7th of May, 2023 The Tournament is unique in terms of how the tournament is generally run. It has been very popular within the international basketball community having attracted young players aged between 15-16 years old from different countries and is considered the most successful International tournament of U16 in Greece. Top tier U16 Basketball academies from Greece and Europe, Basketball academies that are considered models at a pan-European level, meet in the Platonas indoor gymnasium, to offer a spectacle and to share practices and ideas, which evolve both basketball and the philosophy that inspires sports or daily victories. The 2nd PBS promises players and spectators a unique competing experience, the interest of which goes beyond the borders of Greece. It is a basketball-focused tournament, with young athletes as the protagonists and pillars of our values such as teamwork, development, cooperation, emotion, rivalry, passion, strength, endurance, coexistence and hospitality. This tournament aspires to give the messages of a sports world to come and to establish itself as an institution, which highlights the power and dynamism at young ages, underlining the importance of investing in young athletes, who will become carriers of any positive change. At Platonas, since the first day of our Academy's operation, we have been working with faith, organization, perseverance and pioneering practices on developmental basketball, not simply to build strong athletes or winning teams, but to support young people to mature initially as personalities and then as players, who can surpass themselves outside of any condition", emphasizes the president of the team, Mr. Michalis Papadopoulos. The 2nd PBS has the honor of hosting top teams from Greece, such as Peristeri GS Athens U16 team, Panathinaikos Athens U16 team, Olympiacos Piraeus U16 team and GS Kronos Agiou Dimitriou, while there will also be some power houses coming from Italy, Stella Azzurra Roma, from Germany, FC Bayern Munich U16 team and from Lithuania, SKM Vilnius U16 team, they will get to know the Greek culture and hospitality and they, in turn, will pass on their knowledge about development basketball and more. |
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The 37-year old power forward got a double-double of 22 points and ten assists, while his team crushed Toyama G. (#7, 13-45) with 21-point margin 100-79. It allowed Kawasaki BT to consolidate first place in the Japanese B1 League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kawasaki BT has a very solid 39-19 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. In the team's last game Fazekas had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at Kawasaki BT, through which he has constantly improved. The University of Nevada graduate has very impressive stats this year. Fazekas is in league's top in points (3rd best: 21.1ppg) and averages solid 55.0% FGP and 41.0% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Jamaican center Kofi Cockburn (213-C-1999) of Niigata A.. Cockburn impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 18 rebounds. Of course he led Niigata A. to another comfortable win 87-69 over slightly higher-ranked San-en NP (#6, 21-36) being unquestionably team leader. Niigata A.'s 8th position in Central has not changed. 45 lost games are too many comparing to just thirteen victories Niigata A. managed to get this year. Cockburn is a newcomer at Niigata A. and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. The third best performed player last round was American D.J. Newbill (193-G-1992) of Osaka E. (#5). Newbill showcased his all-around game by recording 27 points, seven rebounds and seven assists in the last round. Despite Newbill's great performance Osaka E. lost 72-86 to the higher-ranked Ryukyu GK (#1, 47-11). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Osaka E. ranking at the top of West, however are very questionable as they have already lost 32 games, recording just twenty six victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Newbill could help Osaka E. to bring them higher in the standings. Newbill has a great season in Japan. After 58 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.7ppg (7th best) and assists with 5.4apg (8th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Nick Mayo (206-F-1997) of Hiroshima D. - 29 points and 10 rebounds 5. Shawn Long (208-F-1993) of Hokkaido L. - 33 points and 5 rebounds 6. Rosco Allen (208-PF-1993) of Niigata A. - 27 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Eric Jacobsen (208-PF-1994) of Ibaraki R. - 19 points and 11 rebounds 8. Chehales Tapscott (195-F-1990) of Ibaraki R. - 26 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Perrin Buford (198-F-1994) of Shimane SM - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists 10. Jarrod Uthoff (203-F-1993) of Kyoto H. - 26 points, 11 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 Semi-Finals. Shizuoka advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Saitama - Shizuoka 81-86 Shizuoka secure B3 League Finals appearance as they held off Saitama in the decider. Shizuoka made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. 27 personal fouls committed by Saitama helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Bahamas forward Tavario Miller (203-1994, college: Texas A&M) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). American center Kenny Lawson (207-1988, college: Creighton) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Miller 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 power forward Ryan Watkins (206-1991, college: Boise St., agency: Slash Sports) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds and the other American import Grant Sitton (206-1993, college: Victoria) added 21 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five Shizuoka and four Saitama players scored in double figures. Saitama's coach Shugaku Izumi tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Top scorers: Saitama: Y.Reo 23+2ast, G.Sitton 21+5reb+2ast, R.Watkins 18+15reb+1ast, K.Taketo 11+3reb+3ast, S.Fumiya 5+1reb, W.Creekmore 3+7reb+3ast Shizuoka: K.Lawson 19+5reb+2ast, T.Miller 17+10reb, A.Elsener 16+7reb, A.Yamada 13+2reb+5ast, Y.Okada 13+4reb+7ast, Y.Kentaro 5+1reb+1ast |
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| Kerwin Prince will continue his college career at South Plains - by Eurobasket News | |||
He played also at Mercy College in 2020-2021 and then at Dodge City Community College in 2021-2022. Prince received All-ECC Rookie of the Year award and he was also voted to All-ECC Second Team in 2021. His team won KJCCC D1 Regular Season and NJCAA D1 Region VI Championships and he helped FDU make it to the NJCAA Division I Elite Eight in 2022. He graduated Notre Dame West Haven Prep (West Haven, CT) in 2020. (via @VerbalCommits) |
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Panola College signed power forward James Jewell (6'6'') for upcoming 2023-24 season. Louisville (KY) native moved there from Manhattan College (NCAA Division I) where he spent his freshman year. In 15 games he had just 2.1ppg last season. Jewell's high school career he had spent at Eastern in Louisville, KY, which he graduated in 2022. (via @VerbalCommits) |
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Astana - Barsy Atyrau 110-62 Astana forced 19 Barsy Atyrau turnovers and outrebounded them 31-16 including 20 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 19 long-distance shots on high 51.4 percentage. Astana looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Barsy Atyrau's players. The former international guard Rustam Murzagaliyev (190-1992) stepped up and scored 25 points for the winners and American point guard Kwame Vaughn (190-1990, college: CS Fullerton, agency: AG Sports Solutions) chipped in 12 points and 6 assists. At the losing side American guard Eric McGill (190-1996, college: SIU) responded with 9 points and 8 assists and Russian David Didenko (206-2000, college: UT Martin) scored 13 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Astana: R.Murzagaliyev 25+3reb+2ast, R.Aitkali 13+2reb, K.Vaughn 12+2reb+6ast, M.Askar 11+4reb+3ast, M.Johnson 8+3reb+8ast, I.Kanygin 8+7reb+2ast Barsy Atyrau: D.Didenko 13+2reb+3ast, R.Utegen 9+2reb, E.McGill 9+3reb+8ast, V.Ivanov 9+2reb+1ast, S.Ramazan 6+3reb, D.Gilmore 5+3reb+2ast |
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| Al Hilal signs Islem Elajmi - by Yusuf Abduljalil | |
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Al Hilal Benghazi (D1) signed 31-year old Tunisian international swingman Islem Elajmi (196cm-1991). Elajmi joins another Tunisian player Mohamed Abbassi who is already in the roster. He moved there from Al Adalah in Saudi Arabian SBL league where he played this season. He has been regularly called to Tunisian Senior National Team since 2022. He has played also professionally in Germany (SSV Lok Bernau, hermsdorf and SSV Lokomotive Bernau 2nd team) and Tunisia (JS Kairouan and AS Hammamet US Monastir , Club African , Etoile Sportive De Sahil Stade Nabluien ). |
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in LKL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Vilnius: Rytas (#2) and Wolves (#3). Rytas (25-6) won against visiting Wolves (21-10) 102-98. Rytas made 28-of-33 free shots (84.8 percent) during the game. Rytas outrebounded Wolves 36-22 including 21 on the defensive glass. 27 personal fouls committed by Wolves helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Marcus Foster (191-1995, college: Creighton) who helped to win the game recording 23 points. Colombian center Jaime Echenique (211-1997, college: Wichita St.) contributed with 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. American guard Ahmad Caver (188-1996, college: ODU) answered with 29 points (made all of his eight free throws) for Wolves. Wolves' coach Rimas Kurtinaitis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Rytas have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 25-6 record behind leader Zalgiris. Newly promoted Wolves keeps the third position with ten games lost. Rytas are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Prienai (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wolves will play against Siauliai (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. LKL top team - Zalgiris (26-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat eighth ranked Nevezis (13-18) in Kaunas 95-89. It was a great evening for Italian Achille Polonara (202-1991) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Motiejus Krivas helped adding 12 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Deshawn Freeman (201-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: One Motive Sports) responded with 20 points and 9 rebounds. Zalgiris have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 26-4 record. Nevezis at the other side keeps the eighth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Siauliai. Zalgiris will again play against Nevezis (#8) in Kedainiai in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Nevezis will have a break next round. Tenth-ranked P.Zvaigzdes (8-23) was very close to win a game against fifth ranked Juventus (17-14) in Utena on Sunday. Juventus managed to secure only three-point victory 84-81. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for Jon Davis who led the winners and scored 20 points and 7 assists. John Gillon came up with 21 points for P.Zvaigzdes in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Juventus maintains fifth place with 17-14 record. Loser P.Zvaigzdes keeps the tenth position with 23 games lost. Juventus will meet at home Neptunas (#7) in the next round. P.Zvaigzdes will play against Jonava and hope to secure a win. Other games in round 31 were not that significant. Gargzdu was beaten by Neptunas on the road 91-86. Siauliai destroyed Prienai on its own court 114-87. Jonava managed to outperform Prienai in a road game 72-69. The most impressive performance of 31th round was 19 points and 8 rebounds by Goran Huskic of Jonava.
Juventus - P.Zvaigzdes 84-81 Tenth-ranked P.Zvaigzdes (8-23) was very close to win a game against fifth ranked Juventus (17-14) in Utena on Sunday. Juventus managed to secure only three-point victory 84-81. However their fans expected much easier game. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Jon Davis (190-1996, college: Charlotte) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 7 assists. Zygimantas Skucas (202-1992, agency: BIG) accounted for 13 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side. American point guard John Gillon (183-1994, college: Syracuse) came up with 21 points and Latvian Rihards Kuksiks (201-1988, college: Arizona St.) added 22 points respectively for P.Zvaigzdes in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Juventus maintains fifth place with 17-14 record. Loser P.Zvaigzdes keeps the tenth position with 23 games lost. Juventus will meet at home Neptunas (#7) in the next round. P.Zvaigzdes will play against Jonava and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: P.Zvaigzdes: R.Kuksiks 22+2reb, J.Gillon 21+4reb+2ast, I.Vaitkus 16+5reb, E.Saulys 9+2reb+4ast, A.Kovalov 6+9reb+2ast, C.Allen 2+3reb+2ast Juventus: J.Davis 20+2reb+7ast, B.Brown 13+1reb, Z.Skucas 13+13reb+2ast, M.Gecevicius 12+2reb+4ast, R.Lynch 8+5reb+2ast, J.Alston 8+7reb+2ast Neptunas - Gargzdu 91-86 No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Neptunas (16-15) beat 11th ranked Gargzdu (6-25) in Klaipeda 91-86 on Saturday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Neptunas made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Strangely Gargzdu outrebounded Neptunas 39-24 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international forward Deividas Gailius (200-1988, agency: Octagon Europe) who led the winners and scored 26 points and 4 assists. Power forward Rokas Gustys (206-1994, college: Hofstra) accounted for 15 points and 9 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) for the winning side. The former international center Sarunas Beniusis (206-1993, agency: BIG) came up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) and forward Julius Kazakauskas (196-1990) added 12 points and 6 assists respectively for Gargzdu in the defeat. Four Neptunas and five Gargzdu players scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Neptunas. They maintain seventh place with 16-15 record. Gargzdu lost their fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh position with 25 games lost. Neptunas will meet higher ranked Juventus (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gargzdu will play against Lietkabelis (#4) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Gargzdu: S.Beniusis 24+11reb+2ast, J.Kazakauskas 12+3reb+6ast, E.Jonkus 12+4reb+3ast, M.Ruikis 11+3reb+3ast, J.Newkirk 11+3reb+4ast, J.Washington 8+3reb Neptunas: D.Gailius 26+2reb+4ast, M.Girdziunas 16+1reb+3ast, R.Gustys 15+9reb+2ast, P.Oskaras 12+7reb+2ast, M.Jogela 10+2reb+5ast, Z.Janavicius 9+2reb+8ast Zalgiris - Nevezis 95-89 LKL top team - Zalgiris (26-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat eighth ranked Nevezis (13-18) in Kaunas 95-89. Zalgiris players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. It was a great evening for Italian Achille Polonara (202-1991) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Center Motiejus Krivas (214-2004) helped adding 12 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Deshawn Freeman (201-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: One Motive Sports) responded with 20 points and 9 rebounds and Belgian Tim Lambrecht (207-1998) scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Zalgiris and five Nevezis players scored in double figures. Zalgiris have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place with 26-4 record. Nevezis at the other side keeps the eighth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Siauliai. Zalgiris will again play against Nevezis (#8) in Kedainiai in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Nevezis will have a break next round. Top scorers: Nevezis: D.Freeman 20+9reb+1ast, M.Valinskas 17+2reb+4ast, T.Lambrecht 14+6reb+7ast, S.Titas 13+4reb+3ast, B.Davison 11+2reb+5ast, T.Verbinskis 8+2reb+1ast Zalgiris: A.Polonara 14+10reb+2ast, K.Lukosiunas 14+1reb+1ast, T.Dimsa 14+3reb+3ast, K.Motiejus 12+8reb+2ast, R.Smits 11+3reb, D.Giedraitis 9+2ast Rytas - Wolves 102-98 The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Vilnius: Rytas (#2) and Wolves (#3). Rytas (25-6) won against visiting Wolves (21-10) 102-98. Rytas made 28-of-33 free shots (84.8 percent) during the game. Rytas outrebounded Wolves 36-22 including 21 on the defensive glass. 27 personal fouls committed by Wolves helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Marcus Foster (191-1995, college: Creighton) who helped to win the game recording 23 points. Colombian center Jaime Echenique (211-1997, college: Wichita St.) contributed with 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. American guard Ahmad Caver (188-1996, college: ODU) answered with 29 points (made all of his eight free throws) and Swedish-American forward Jeffery Taylor (201-1989, college: Vanderbilt) added 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Wolves. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Wolves' coach Rimas Kurtinaitis rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Rytas have a solid series of four victories in a row. Defending champion maintains second place with 25-6 record behind leader Zalgiris. Newly promoted Wolves keeps the third position with ten games lost. Rytas are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Prienai (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wolves will play against Siauliai (#9) and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Top scorers: Wolves: A.Caver 29+2ast, J.Taylor 19+7reb+4ast, E.Zukauskas 11+3reb+2ast, R.Kelly 10+5reb, A.Berucka 9, M.Delia 8+3reb Rytas: M.Foster 23+3reb+2ast, J.Echenique 20+5reb+1ast, L.Uleckas 15, M.Normantas 10+5reb+3ast, E.Fridriksson 9+3ast, G.Radzevicius 9+8reb+2ast Siauliai - Prienai 114-87 Rather expected game when 12th ranked Prienai (4-28) was smashed on the road by ninth ranked Siauliai (13-18) 114-87 on Monday. Siauliai dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Prienai's 38. Siauliai had a 25-13 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 20 passes made by Prienai's players. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Kyle Mangas (193-1999, college: IWU) who led the winners and scored 21 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). His fellow American import point guard Antino Jackson (182-1996, college: N.Mexico, agency: Octagon Europe) accounted for 16 points and 7 assists for the winning side. Five Siauliai players scored in double figures. American point guard Kyan Anderson (180-1992, college: TCU) came up with 27 points and 6 assists and guard Karolis Giedraitis (194-1998) added 23 points (made all of his seven free throws) (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) respectively for Prienai 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. Siauliai moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Nevezis. Prienai lost their sixth game in a row. They stay dead last with 28 lost games. Siauliai will meet higher ranked Wolves (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Prienai will play against the league's second-placed Rytas (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Prienai: K.Anderson 27+6ast, K.Giedraitis 23+1reb, T.Jogela 18+3reb+3ast, D.Vilys 5+2reb, J.Jogminas 5+2reb, D.Tarvydas 4+1reb+1ast Siauliai: K.Mangas 21+3reb+2ast, A.Jackson 16+7ast, M.Varnas 14+2reb+3ast, R.Pekovic 12+2reb+1ast, J.Zohore 12+7reb+3ast, A.Urbutis 11+5reb+2ast Prienai - Jonava 69-72 Very predictable result when seventh ranked Jonava (16-14) edged on the road bottom-ranked Prienai (4-28) 72-69 on Friday. Jonava made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. It was an exceptional evening for Serbian center Goran Huskic (210-1992, college: Howard Col., TX) who led the winners and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. American forward Jeff Garrett (201-1994, college: LSUS, agency: Players Group) accounted for 19 points for the winning side. American point guard Kyan Anderson (180-1992, college: TCU) came up with 23 points (made all of his seven free throws) and the former international forward Darius Tarvydas (199-1991) added 14 points respectively for Prienai in the defeat. Jonava moved-up to sixth place. Prienai lost their sixth game in a row. They stay dead last with 28 lost games. Jonava will meet P.Zvaigzdes (#10) in the next round. Prienai will play against the league's second-placed Rytas and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Prienai: K.Anderson 23+1reb+3ast, D.Tarvydas 14+4reb+1ast, K.Giedraitis 8+3reb+1ast, D.Vilys 6+1reb, J.Williams 6+5reb+4ast, D.Domarkas 6+6reb+3ast Jonava: J.Garrett 19+3reb+2ast, G.Huskic 19+8reb+2ast, D.Bickauskis 11+3reb+2ast, M.Laksa 9+5reb+1ast, G.Watson Jr. 5+3reb+4ast, V.Sulskis 4+4reb+1ast |
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| Best players of Mexican CIBACOPA round 13 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 25-year old forward had a double-double of 22 points and fifteen rebounds, while his team beat Obregon (#8, 7-19) 93-83. Culiacan maintains the 3rd position in Mexican CIBACOPA. Culiacan is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 14-12 record. Hughes III just recently signed at Culiacan, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Johnny Hughes III averages this season 16.4ppg and 6.7rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American power forward Alex Kaye Williams (203-F/C-1993) of Mazatlan. Williams impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 12 rebounds. Of course he led Mazatlan to another comfortable win 97-83 over slightly lower-ranked Los Mochis (#7, 9-17) being unquestionably team leader. Despite this victory Mazatlan slide down in the standings to 5th position. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 13-13 record is not bad and everything may still change. Williams is one of the most experienced players at Mazatlan and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.7ppg (#6). He also registered 6.2 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Kwame Alexander (201-F/C-1990, agency: BIG) of Los Mochis (#7). Alexander got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for nine rebounds . He was a key player of Los Mochis, leading his team to a 99-98 win against slightly higher-ranked Mazatlan (#5, 13-13). The chances of Los Mochis not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 17 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Alexander could try to bring Los Mochis' a little bit higher in the standings. Alexander has individually a great season in Mexico. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.8rpg (#1 in league). Other top performing players last week: 4. Tony Farmer (201-F-1994) of Obregon - 26 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Isaiah Whaley (203-F-1998) of Astros - 22 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Jimond Ivey (196-G-1996) of Hermosillo - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists 7. Jimmy Whitt (190-G-1997) of Obregon - 28 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Joshua Webster (190-G-1997) of Tijuana - 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists 9. Markel Crawford (196-G-1994) of Guaymas - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 10. Justin Everett (206-F-1996) of Obregon - 28 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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| SS1 win the Finals opener - by Eurobasket News |
| SS1 have won the Finals opener in Moldova. They overcame Ceadir-Basket 113-67. The winner of the Regular season continued their unbeaten record and proved their superiority in the first game. SS1 dominated the whole campaign to seal the win. Game 2 is scheduled for May 7th. |
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| Davis, James deliver as Lakers top Curry, Warriors in Game 1 - by Eurobasket News |
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LeBron James (6'8''-SF-1984) no longer has to do it all against Stephen Curry on the big stage, not even close. Anthony Davis (6'10''-C-1993, college: Kentucky) plugs the middle and takes away the easy chances inside. Dennis Schroeder (5'11''-PG-1993) has the energy to help chase No. 30 all over the court. D'Angelo Russell (6'5''-SG-1996, college: Ohio St.) can hit a big shot with a hand in his face. That's the thing about these new-look Lakers - they take so much pressure off the game's all-time scoring leader and LeBron believes in them, even with the defending champions on a 14-0 run with their home crowd rocking. Davis had 30 points, 23 rebounds, five assists and four blocked shots, James added 22 points and 11 rebounds dueling with Stephen Curry in their latest postseason showdown, and Los Angeles held off a late flurry by the Golden State Warriors to win an entertaining Game 1 in the Western Conference semifinals 117-112 on Tuesday night. "We've been playing playoff basketball for about 2 1/2 months now just to punch our clock to be able to play right now in the postseason," James said. 'We were very resilient tonight. ... We know how great they are on their home floor, so to withstand that, it's another good step for our ballclub.' James' 23 points were his third-fewest in 23 playoff games against the Warriors. His previous-low in a win was 27 in Game 7 of 2016 Finals. Jordan Poole (6'4''-SG-1999, college: Michigan) missed a 3-pointer to tie it with 9.7 seconds left as the Warriors' rally in the closing minutes fell short. Curry's 3 with 1:38 left tied the game, then Russell answered right back before Davis blocked a shot by Curry moments later. James missed the first of two free throws with 1:05 to go. Poole's 3 with 2:48 remaining cut the Lakers' lead to 112-109, and James was called for traveling with 1:53 left. For all-time scoring leader James and Curry - who has the most 3-pointers ever and is reigning NBA Finals MVP - this is a new chapter in the long rivalry between the superstars after they faced off in four straight NBA Finals from 2015-2018 while James played for Cleveland. Curry scored 27 points, Splash Brother Klay Thompson (6'6''-G-1990, college: WSU) had 25, and Kevon Looney (6'9''-PF-1996, college: UCLA) grabbed a career-high 23 rebounds for his fourth game of this postseason with 20 or more. He also had 10 points and five assists. Thompson made a 3 with 5:19 to go that cut the Lakers' lead to 112-104. The defending champion Warriors will try to even the series in Game 2 on Thursday night back on their home floor at Chase Center, where LA fans could be heard chanting 'Let's go Lakers!' after the final buzzer. Davis dominated from the opening tip, making 9 of his first 10 shots, while Russell scored 19 points and dished out six assists against his former team. 'I thought AD had a great game. Obviously he dominated and he got blocked four shots and altered some others,' Warriors coach Steve Kerr said. 'That's what this team has been doing now for the last few months. They have been one of the best defensive teams in the league for a reason and he's a huge part of that.' James' 3-pointer with 5:23 left in the third put the Lakers ahead by 10, 86-76. Then Thompson's snazzy behind-the-back pass led to a dunk by Gary Payton II over James with 3:48 to go as Golden State cut it to 86-80 and forced a Lakers timeout. The Lakers finished off Memphis in six games Friday night and had a couple of extra recovery days to get ready as Golden State was pushed to the distance by the young Sacramento Kings and won Game 7 on Sunday. The Warriors were the first reigning champion to come back from behind 2-0 and win a playoff series. Curry went off for a playoff career-high 50 points, an NBA record for a Game 7. Kerr said he thought his team had an advantage having just played two days earlier. But the revamped Lakers took it to Golden State just as they did winning the final three regular-season matchups - and Los Angeles is a far different team than the one that lost 123-109 here on Oct. 18 to start the season. 'It was a quick turnaround but can't dwell on it,' Thompson said. '... So the morale is not low. We know we let one slip away.' Courtesy of: espn.com |
| Knicks top Heat 111-105, even Eastern Conference semi series - by Eurobasket News |
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Jalen Brunson (6'1''-G-1996, college: Villanova) scored 30 points and keyed the run the New York Knicks needed just in time to get by a Miami Heat team playing without Jimmy Butler, evening the Eastern Conference semifinals at a game apiece with a 111-105 victory Tuesday night. Julius Randle (6'9''-F/C-1994, college: Kentucky) returned from a sprained left ankle that sidelined him in Game 1 with 25 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists, and RJ Barrett Jr. (6'6''-F/G-2000, college: Duke) scored 24 points for the No. 5-seeded Knicks. Josh Hart (6'5''-G-1995, college: Villanova) finished with 14 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists. But it was Brunson, who pointed the blame at himself and said he had to be better after going 0 for 7 from 3-point range in the opener, who made the biggest plays in a game the Knicks trailed much of the way. Caleb Martin (6'7''-F-1995, college: Nevada) scored 22 points in place of Butler for the Heat, who host Game 3 on Saturday afternoon. They will hope to have Butler, the leading scorer in the playoffs who sat out after spraining his right ankle late in their 108-101 victory in the opener. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Nikola Jokic's 39 points leads Nuggets past Suns 97-87 - by Eurobasket News |
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Nikola Jokic (7'0''-C-1995) scored 39 points and pulled down 16 rebounds on the eve of the NBA MVP announcement to rally the Denver Nuggets to a 97-87 win over Phoenix on Monday night, giving them a 2-0 lead over the Suns in the Western Conference semifinals. 'I love an aggressive Nikola Jokic,' Nuggets coach Michael Malone said after Jokic knocked down 17 shots to offset an off-night by Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr., who combined to make miss 17 of 22 shots. 'Nikola's an MVP for a reason,' Malone said. 'He can take over a game. He can beat you in a lot of ways. ... I love a guy who's getting to the basket, imposing his will upon the other team. And that fourth quarter, man, 14 points for that team, 28% from the field, 0-for-9 from 3?' Devin Booker (6'6''-SG-1996, college: Kentucky) led Phoenix with 35 points and Kevin Durant (6'9''-SF-1988, college: Texas) added 24 but they combined to miss a whopping 32 shots, including 14 from long range. Jokic shined a night before he learns if he's edged Joel Embiid and Giannis Antetokounmpo for his third consecutive NBA MVP award, recently renamed for Michael Jordan. 'I can't think about that,' Jokic said. Malone said that's because Jokic isn't motivated by winning more MVPs but by leading the Nuggets to their first NBA title. 'If he wins, it, we will be celebrating and very happy for him because it'd be a huge accomplishment - three years in a row. Only a few guys in NBA history have done that,' Malone said. 'If he doesn't win it, I'm still gonna give him a hug and tell him he's the MVP in my eyes.' He sure showed why Monday night when 26 of his points and 12 of his rebounds came after halftime, when he dominated at both ends of the floor, denyng the Suns a shot at tying the series that shifts to Phoenix for Game 3 Friday night. 'It was that kind of game,' Jokic said. 'My team needed me to be aggressive.' The Suns have been outscored by 30 points from long range this series. 'You've got to believe that it's going to come our way here soon,' Suns coach Monty Williams said. 'We've got to go home and take care of business. That's where we are right now.' The Suns held Murray to 10 points 48 hours after he went off for 34 but they had no answers for Jokic. 'Slowed down Murray a bit,' Durant said. 'He obviously got it going in the first game. But Jokic was doing a little bit too much. I think we held them to 97 points total. Usually that's a win for us.' Jokic's big night was necessary as Murray shot 3 for 15 and missed all nine of his 3-pointers after sinking six of 10 in the opener, and Porter scored five points on 2-for-7 shooting. Aaron Gordon (6'9''-F-1995, college: Arizona) added 16 points and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (6'5''-G-1993, college: Georgia) added 14 points and went 4 for 4 from beyond the arc, including back-to-back swishes that erased the 73-70 deficit and put the Nuggets ahead for good early in the fourth quarter. Courtesy of: apnews.com |
| Harden scores 45, hits late 3 as 76ers down Celtics 119-115 - by Eurobasket News |
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James Harden (6'5''-SG-1989, college: Arizona St.) was asked for most of this season to be a facilitator for a 76ers team built around big man Joel Embiid (7'0''-C/F-1994, college: Kansas). With the MVP finalist sidelined for the opener of his team's second-round playoff series with the Celtics, Philadelphia called on a vintage version of Harden. He happily obliged. Harden matched his playoff career high with 45 points and hit a go-ahead, step-back 3-pointer over Al Horford (6'9''-C/F-1986, college: Florida) with 8.7 seconds left as the 76ers rallied without Embiid to beat Boston 119-115 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on Monday night. 'We didn't come into the game expecting to lose. We came in here to win,' Harden said. 'Whether Jo comes back or not, we're going to be ready to go.' Tyrese Maxey (6'4''-PG-2000, college: Kentucky) added 26 points and Tobias Harris finished with 18 for the Sixers, who made 17 3-pointers with Embiid watching from the bench. He sprained his right knee in Game 3 of Philadelphia's first-round sweep of the Brooklyn Nets. After the Sixers endured an early scoring onslaught from the Celtics, 76ers coach Doc Rivers said Harden was patient and knew when to attack and when to pass. Rivers said having a week to prepare for the likelihood Embiid would be out was key. 'That's the difference between this year's team and last year's team. We have a bunch of street fighters,' Rivers said. 'If we could get to the fourth quarter, we were going to win the game. That's how we felt.' Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, college: Duke) led the Celtics with 39 points and 11 rebounds. Jaylen Brown (6'6''-G/F-1996, college: California) added 23 points and Malcolm Brogdon (6'5''-SG-1992, college: Virginia) finished with 20. 'They hit big shots and I think they were just in a rhythm throughout the whole game,' Tatum said. Boston hosts Game 2 on Wednesday night. Harden previously scored 45 points for the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference Finals win over Golden State on May 25, 2015. Trailing 117-115, the Celtics had one final chance and got the ball to Tatum, but he lost the ball to Paul Reed, who was fouled and hit a pair of free throws. The game was tied at 87-all entering the back-and-forth final period. Tatum gave the Celtics their final lead, 115-114, on a pair of free throws with 26.1 seconds left. Before that, Boston took the shot clock down before Maxey intercepted a pass by Brogdon and drove in for a layup to put the 76ers in front, 114-113. 'I was about to pick the ball up, but I'm glad I kept running,' Maxey said. Boston led 108-107 when Harden was called for an offensive foul on Horford. On the ensuing possession, Horford found Marcus Smart, who was fouled on a layup. He completed the three-point play to make it 111-107. Maxey responded with a three-point play of his own. The game was knotted at 102 when Brogdon got free on a fast break, took a pass from Tatum and dropped in a layup with 5:04 remaining. After the play, P.J. Tucker (6'6''-F-1985, college: Texas) appeared to swing wildly in frustration and made contact with Tatum. It led to a brief scrum that was broken up by officials. Reed took Embiid's place in the starting lineup, like he did with Embiid out for the final game of the Nets series. As expected, Embiid's absence in the middle contributed to a faster pace. Both teams used it to their advantage. The Celtics attacked the paint, connecting on 13 of their first 14 shots. The 76ers made eight of their first 10 attempts, spacing the floor and spreading out Boston's defense. Harden led the attack early for Philadelphia, hitting his first five attempts, including two 3s. Brown started 6 for 6 from the field for a Boston team that thrived without Embiid protecting the rim, going on an 11-0 run at one point. Boston shot 74% for the half but took only a 66-63 lead into halftime after the 76ers went 11 for 19 (55%) from the 3-point line. 'It was a dogfight,' Maxey said. 'Everybody that stepped on the court for us was a fighter and we came out on top.' Courtesy of: metro.us |
| Nets Part Ways With Igor Kokoskov, Brian Keefe, Tiago Splitter - by Eurobasket News |
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The Brooklyn Nets have parted ways with a number of their assistant coaches. Igor Kokoskov , Brian Keefe and Tiago Splitter (agency: Interperformances ) will exit the franchise. Jacque Vaughn inherited the assistants from Steve Nash , who he replaced early in the season. Courtesy of: realgm.com |
| Grizzlies don't intend to re-sign Dillon Brooks, sources say - by Eurobasket News |
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The Memphis Grizzlies do not intend to re-sign Dillon Brooks (6'7''-G/F-1996, college: Oregon) this offseason, sources confirmed to ESPN. Brooks, the longest-tenured player on the Grizzlies' roster, struggled in Memphis' postseason series loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, shooting 31.2% from the floor. The six-year veteran also gained attention for calling Lakers star LeBron James "old" after Game 2 and adding, "I poke bears." Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman said Sunday that he couldn't comment on Brooks' future with Memphis, but he did note that the Grizzlies had to navigate "self-created distractions" during the playoffs. Brooks, 27, told reporters Sunday that he doesn't think his comments provided extra motivation for James and that he doesn't regret making them. Brooks also was fined $25,000 by the NBA for not making himself available to the media after all three of the Grizzlies' road losses in Los Angeles. The Grizzlies' plans to not bring back Brooks were first reported Tuesday by The Athletic. Courtesy of: espn.com |
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| Bryant Selebangue transfers to Arizona State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Arizona State University strengthened their roster with addition of Canadian 6-9 forward Bryant Selebangue for season 2023-24. Selebangue moved there from The University of Tulsa where he played only for one year. In 30 games he recorded 12.0ppg and 9.2rpg. He played also at Hutchinson Community College in 2020-2021 and then at Florida Southwestern State College in 2021-2022. His team won KJCCC D1 West Division Championship and he helped Tulsa team make it to the NJCAA D1 Plains District Finals and NJCAA Division I Sweet 16 in 2021. Selebangue's team ended regular season as a second best place in Southern Conference in 2022. Selebangue helped Tulsa make it to the NJCAA D1 FCSAA State Semifinals. He was also voted to FCSAA All-State/NJCAA All-Region VIII Team, All-Southern Conference First Team and FCSAA All-State/NJCAA All-Region VIII Team. Selebangue graduated The Rise Centre Academy (Brantford, ON) in 2020. He helped his team make it to the OSBA Semifinals and he was also selected to BioSteel All-Canadian Game that year. Arizona State University roster for 2023-24: Forwards: Zane Meeks Kamari Lands Bryant Selebangue Shawn Phillips |
| Brandon Suggs will continue his college career at NM State - by Eurobasket News | |||
Suggs played also at East Carolina University in 2019-2022. He graduated Massanutten Military Academy (Woodstock, VA) in 2019 Suggs played also for AOT Running Rebels in AAU., which he joined from John McEachern High. He helped his team make it to the National Prep Championship Semifinals that year. Among many awards his team won Region 3 6A title and he was also voted to Georgia Coaches Association for the North-South All-Star Classic in 2018. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Jordan Turner transfers to Louisiana Tech - by Eurobasket News | |
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Louisiana Tech University strengthened their roster with addition of 6-8 swingman Jordan Turner for upcoming season. Wolfforth (TX) native played for the last four years at Baylor University. But in 6 games he recorded just 0.2ppg last season. Bears won Big 12 Regular Season Co-Championship in 2022. His team also won Big 12 Regular Season and NCAA Championships and Bears made it to the Big 12 Tournament Semifinals in 2021. Turner was one of the highest ranked players in high school in 2019. He graduated Sunrise Christian Academy (Bel Aire, KS). Louisiana Tech University roster for 2023-24: Guards: Tahlik Chavez Jordan Turner Forwards: Daniel Batcho Devin Ree |
| DaJuan Gordon transfers to UT Arlington - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played also at University of Kansas State in 2019-2021 and then at University of Missouri in 2021-2022. Gordon was voted to Academic All-Big 12 Rookie Team in 2020. He graduated Marie Curie Sklodowska Metropolitan High School (Chicago, IL) in 2019. Gordon played also for Team Rose in AAU. His team won conference and city Championship that year. He received Chicago Sun-Times City Player of the Year award. Gordon was also selected to First Team All-State. He was also voted to USA U-2019 World Cup Team in 2019. |
| Patrick Mwamba commits to Loyola University of Chicago - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Mwamba played also at University of Texas at Arlington in 2018-2022. Mwamba's team ended regular season as a second best place in Sun Belt and he helped ORU team make it to the Sun Belt Tournament Finals in 2019. He has been a member of Congolese international program for some years. Mwamba has been regularly called to Congolese senior team since 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2016. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Afrobasket.com All-African Championship U18 Second Team in 2016. Golden Eagles also won African U18 Championship in Kigali (Rwanda) in 2020. |
| Joshua Ogundele will continue his college career at Middle Tennessee - by Eurobasket News |
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Middle Tennessee State University tabbed 22-year old British 6-11 forward Joshua Ogundele for new season. London (United Kingdom) native played for the last three years at University of Iowa. But in 11 games he averaged just 1.9ppg and 1.7rpg last season. His team won Big Ten Tournament in 2022. Hawkeyes made it to the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals in 2021. Ogundele has played high school basketball at Worcester Academy in Worcester, MA, which he graduated in 2020. He played also for Boston Amateur Basketball Club in AAU. Ogundele was voted to All-NEPSAC Class AA Honorable Mention. He represented United Kingdom at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Tallinn (Estonia) six years ago. Ogundele's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 5 games: 1.6ppg, 3.0rpg. Among many awards his team also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B in Sofia (Bulgaria) in 2020. His team also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Tallinn (Estonia) in 2020. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Glenn Taylor transfers to St.John's - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Taylor graduated Arizona Compass Prep School (Chandler, AZ) in 2021. He helped his team make it to the High School Nationals Final Four that year. Among many awards he was voted to Pac-2012 All-Freshman Team in 2022. Taylor was selected to Nevada Preps All-Southern Nevada Second Team in 2020. |
| Gregg Glenn III transfers to Tulane - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Glenn graduated Calvary Christian Academy (Fort Lauderdale, FL) in 2022 He played also for We All Can Go in AAU., which he joined from Calvary Christian Academy. His team won FHSAA Florida Class 3A Championship and he was also voted to Sun Sentinel's Broward County Class 5A-1A First Team in 2021. |
| Amani Drummond will continue his college career at The University of Incarnate Word - by Eurobasket News |
| The University of Incarnate Word inked Amani Drummond for upcoming season. Drummond moved there from Central Michigan University where he played only for one year. In 15 games he averaged just 2.3ppg and 1.3rpg. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Zachary Clemence transfers to University of California Santa Barbara - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Clemence graduated Sunrise Christian Academy (Bel Aire, KS) in 2021. He was No. 31-ranked player by Rivals.com, No. 34 by 247Sports.com and No. 43 by ESPN 100 that year. Jayhawks made it to the High School Nationals Finals. Clemence played also at Mudiay Elite (TX) in AAU in 202019 and then at Findlay College Prep in 202018-2019. |
| Liam McChesney commits to High Point - by Eurobasket News | |
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High Point University signed 21-year old Canadian forward Liam McChesney (6'10''-200lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. McChesney played for the last two years at Illinois State University. In 28 games he had 6.5ppg and 3.2rpg last season. He played also at Utah State University in 2019-2021. McChesney's high school career he had spent at Charles Hays Secondary School in Prince Rupert, BC, which he graduated in 2019. McChesney was a member of Canadian U17 National Team back in 2018. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Canadian National U15 Championship and he was also voted to British Columbia U15 Provincional Team in 2016. |
| Jalen Forrest will continue his college career at Georgia Tech - by Eurobasket News | |
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Georgia Institute of Technology inked 6-4 guard Jalen Forrest for upcoming season. Forrest originally came from Decatur (GA), and he is moving here from Presbyterian College where he played only for one year. In 27 games he averaged 11.3ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.4apg. He was voted to Big South Conference All-Freshman Team this year. Forrest graduated Greenforest McCalep Christian Academy (Decatur, GA) in 2022. Among many awards he helped his team make it to the GHSA Georgia Class A Private Finals in 2020. He was also selected to HoopSeen's Georgia Class A All-State Third Team, Atlanta Journal Constitution Class A Private Honorable Mention, GHSA Georgia Class A-Private All-Region 2 Team and GACA Georgia Class 1A South Private First Team in 2021. Georgia Institute of Technology roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jalen Forrest Amaree Abram Forwards: Tyzhaun Claude Tafara Gapare |
| Sean Durugordon will continue his college career at Siena - by Eurobasket News |
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Siena College landed 6-5 forward Sean Durugordon for upcoming season. Durugordon comes from Austin Peay State University where he played only for one year. In 26 games he averaged 12.4ppg and 6.0rpg. He played also at University of Missouri in 2021-2022. Durugordon graduated Putnam Science Prep Academy (Putnam, CT) in 2021. He played also at John Adams High in 202018-2019 and then at Canterbury School in 202019-2020. Durugordon was voted to All-NEPSAC Class B Team in 2020. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Keonte Kennedy commits to California - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Kennedy played also at Xavier University in 2018-2019, The University of Texas at El Paso in 2019-2022 and then at Vanderbilt University in 2022-2023. He helped his team make it to the Big East Tournament Semifinals and NIT Sweet 16 in 2019. Kennedy's team ended regular season as a second best place in AAC and Memphis won AAC Tournament this year. Kennedy's high school career he had spent at Westlake in Austin, TX, which he graduated in 2018. Kennedy was four-star rating from ESPN.com and was ranked as the no. 25 shooting guard in the nation that year. He was also voted to All-District 25 first Team and District 25-6A Academic All-District. Kennedy was named to all-district third in 2017. |
| Asher Woods will continue his college career at Tulane - by Eurobasket News |
| Tulane University landed 6-3 guard Asher Woods for new season. Woods comes from Virginia Military Institute where he played only for one year. In 32 games he averaged 14.2ppg, 4.4rpg and 2.3apg. He was voted to SoCon All-Freshman Team this year. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Kyle Carlesimo transfers to Colgate - by Eurobasket News | |
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Colgate University added to their roster guard Kyle Carlesimo (6'2''-169lbs) for season 2023-24. Seattle (WA) native moved there from Eastern Illinois University where he spent his freshman year. In 25 games he recorded 4.0ppg, 1.6rpg and 1.4apg last season. Carlesimo graduated Seattle Preparatory School (Seattle, WA) in 2021. |
| D'Ante Bass will continue his college career at Alabama State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Alabama State University inked 6-6 forward D'Ante Bass for upcoming season. Bass originally came from Savannah (GA), and he is moving here from Georgetown University where he played only for one year. But in 7 games he averaged just 0.3ppg. He graduated Windsor Forest High School (Savannah, GA) in 2022. Among many awards he received HoopSeen Georgia Class AAA All-State Sophmore of the Year award in 2020. Hoyas made it to the GHSA Georgia Class AAA Semifinals and he was also voted to Atlanta Journal Constitution Class 3A Second Team, Coastal Empire's All-Greater Savannah First Team, Prep Sports Report All-Area First Team, HoopSeen's Georgia Class AAA All-State Second Team, GHSA Georgia Class 3A All-Region 3 First Team and GACA Georgia Class 3A South First Team in 2021. |
| Belal Elshakery signs at Wofford - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Wofford College landed 18-year old Egyptian 6-7 forward Belal Elshakery for upcoming season 2023-2024 Elshakery played last season 2022-2023 at The Winchendon School . He represented Egypt at the FIBA U18 African Championship in Madagaskar last year. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 7 games: 11.1ppg, 7.4rpg, 1.7apg, Steals-5 (2.3spg), FGP: 48.4%, 3PT: 4.8%, FT: 51.7%. Elshakery has played previously for Sporting.
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| Brandon Brown commits to Tenn Tech - by Eurobasket News | |
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Tennessee Tech University agreed terms with guard Brandon Brown (6'3''-185lbs) for new 2023-24 season. Scott Depot (WV) native moved there from Lees-McRae College (NCAA Division II) where he spent his freshman year. In 30 games he had 8.5ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.7apg and 1.1spg last season. Brown's high school career he had spent at Teays Valley Christian Prep in Scott Depot, WV, which he graduated in 2022. |
| Khristion Courseault commits to University of Missouri - Kansas City - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played also at Pasadena City College in 2018-2020, The University of Nevada in 2020-2021 and then at Houston Christian University in 2021-2022. Courseault helped his team make it to the MWC Tournament Semifinals in 2021. Courseault's high school career he had spent at Loyola in Los Angeles, CA, which he graduated in 2017. He was named to All-CIF-Southern Section Division 1A Team that year. |
| Tylor Perry commits to University of Kansas State - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played also at Coffeyville Community College in 2019-2021. His team won KJCCC D1 East Division Co-Championship and NJCAA Division I Championship in 2021. Perry helped N.Texas make it to the NJCAA D1 Plains District Semifinals. He was named NJCAA D1 All-Tournament MVP. His team won NJCAA D1 Plains District Championship and he was also voted to NJCAA D1 Region VI All-Tournament Team in 2020. Perry graduated Spiro High in 2019 He played also for Woodz Elite in AAU., which he joined from Har-Ber High. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was named to American Family Insurance All-USA Arkansas Boys Second Team in 2018. |
| Eli Lawrence will continue his college career at Texas A&M University - by Eurobasket News | |||
He graduated Washington Academy (Greenville, NC) in 2019, which he joined from Tri-Cities High. Among many awards he was also selected to First Team All-Region, Second Team All-State and Georgia Athletics Coaches Association North All-Star Team in 2017. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Leo O'Boyle transfers to The Pennsylvania State University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
O'Boyle graduated Scranton Prep (Scranton, PA) in 2019. He played also for JB Hoops in AAU. O'Boyle was also voted to All-State Second Team, All-Region Team and Lackawanna League All-Star that year. Among many awards his team won District 2 AAAA Championship in three consecutive years: 2017, 2018 and 2019. He was also selected to First-Team All-Tournament at the Pitt Jam Fest and Hoop Group Elite I All-Star in 2018. The Pennsylvania State University roster for 2023-24: Forwards: Leo O'Boyle Puff Johnson Zach Hicks Center: Qudus Wahab |
| Josiah Allick commits to Nebraska - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Allick played also at University of Missouri - Kansas City in 2019-2022. He was named to All-Summit League Honorable Mention in 2021. Allick graduated North Star High School (Lincoln, NE) in 2019. |
| Lok Wur will continue his college career at Grand Canyon State University - by Eurobasket News | |||
Wur has played high school basketball at Papillion-LaVista in Papillion, NE, which he graduated in 2019. Among many awards his team won Pac-2012 Regular Season Championship and Ducks made it to the Pac-2012 Tournament Semifinals and NCAA Sweet 16 in 2021. (via @VerbalCommits) |
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| Javin Etzler commits to Ashland - by Eurobasket News | |
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Ashland University signed 22-year old forward Javin Etzler (6'8''-205lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Convoy (OH) native played for the last four years at Miami University (NCAA Division I). In only one game he recorded 3 points and 1 rebound last season. Etzler's high school career he had spent at Crestview in Convoy, OH, which he graduated in 2019. Etzler played also for All Ohio Red in AAU. He was named to All-Ohio Division IV First Team that year. |
| Jayden Johnson will continue his college career at University of Illinois at Springfield - by Eurobasket News |
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University of Illinois at Springfield tabbed 6-6 guard Jayden Johnson for new season. Batavia (IL) native played for the last three years at Illinois State University (NCAA Division I). But in 21 games he averaged just 1.5ppg last season. Johnson has played high school basketball at Batavia (IL) High, which he graduated in 2020. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Jake Koverman will continue his college career at Frostburg State University - by Eurobasket News |
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Frostburg State University landed 6-5 forward Jake Koverman for new season. Severna (MD) native played for the last two years at High Point University (NCAA Division I). But in 10 games he averaged just 1.8ppg and 1.0rpg last season. Koverman has played high school basketball at Severn School in Severna Park, MD, which he graduated in 2021. (via @VerbalCommits) |
| Sebastian Gahse transfers to Frostburg State University - by Eurobasket News | |
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Frostburg State University strengthened their roster with addition of German center Sebastian Gahse (6'10'') for season 2023-24. Stuttgart native played for the last two years at Central Wyoming College (NJCAA). In 24 games he recorded 3.5ppg and 5.2rpg in 2021-22 year. |
| Brandon Brown commits to Tenn Tech - by Eurobasket News | |
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Tennessee Tech University agreed terms with guard Brandon Brown (6'3''-185lbs) for new 2023-24 season. Scott Depot (WV) native moved there from Lees-McRae College (NCAA Division II) where he spent his freshman year. In 30 games he had 8.5ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.7apg and 1.1spg last season. Brown's high school career he had spent at Teays Valley Christian Prep in Scott Depot, WV, which he graduated in 2022. |
| Brock Heffner commits to Mary - by Eurobasket News | |
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University of Mary signed forward Brock Heffner (6'8''-216lbs) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Grafton (WI) native moved there from University of Wisconsin - Green Bay (NCAA Division I) where he spent his freshman year. In 27 games he had 7.0ppg and 2.6rpg last season. He played also at University of Hawaii in 2021-2022. Heffner's high school career he had spent at Grafton (WI) High, which he graduated in 2021. |
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| Best players of New Zealand NBL round 4 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 24-year old had a double-double of 28 points and twelve rebounds, while his team crushed Sharks (#3, 3-2) with 16-point margin 102-86. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Rams maintains the 2nd position in New Zealand NBL. They are still close to the very top. Rams would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 4-1 record. Wynyard just recently signed at Rams, being already a very valuable addition to the team. University of Kentucky graduate has very impressive stats this year. Wynyard is in league's top in points (8th best: 20.0ppg), rebounds (6th best: 9.8rpg) and averages solid 1.6bpg and 65.1% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Australian guard Jarrad Weeks (183-G-1989) of Tuatara. Weeks impressed basketball fans with 35 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Bad luck as Tuatara lost that game 85-90 to slightly higher-ranked Bulls (3-2). This loss caused Tuatara to drop to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 3-2 record is not bad and everything may still change. Weeks is one of the most experienced players at Tuatara and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.4ppg (#7). His other stats are also decent: 7.4rpg and 6.0apg. The third best performed player last round was American Javion Blake (191-G-1997, agency: Haylett Sports) of Jets (#8). Blake got into 30-points club by scoring 34 points in the last round. He went also for seven assists. Despite Blake's great performance Jets lost 86-93 to Airs (2-3). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Jets ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 3 games, recording just two victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Blake could help Jets to bring them higher in the standings. Blake has a great season in New Zealand. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.7ppg (3rd best) and assists with 6.3apg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Jeremy Kendle (186-G-1988) of Sharks - 30 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists 5. Kyle Adnam (186-G-1993) of Saints - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists 6. Armon Fletcher (196-SG-1995) of Airs - 28 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Grant Anticevich (206-F-1999) of Sharks - 27 points and 12 rebounds 8. Tohi Smith-Milner (205-F-1995) of Saints - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Michael Harris (193-G-1999) of Nuggets - 31 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Danny Pippen (206-F-1997) of Jets - 32 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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| Eurobasket.com All-Norwegian BLNO Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Jorgen Odfjell (197-G-2000) of GimlePlayer of the Year:  Xavier Green (198-G-1996) of KongsbergGuard of the Year: Xavier Green (198-G-1996) of KongsbergForward of the Year: Devin Gilligan (196-F-1993) of FyllingenCenter of the Year:  Cole Long (201-C) of TromsoDomestic Player of the Year: Stian Mjoes (183-G-1989) of Baerum BasketBosman Player of the Year: Milovan Savic (205-C-1987) of GimleImport Player of the Year: Xavier Green (198-G-1996) of KongsbergDefensive Player of the Year: Devin Gilligan (196-F-1993) of FyllingenCoach of the Year: Audun Eskeland of Gimle
First Team Stian Mjoes (183-G-1989) of Baerum Basket Xavier Green (198-G-1996) of Kongsberg Devin Gilligan (196-F-1993) of Fyllingen Aly Hudgins (201-F-1993) of Kongsberg Cole Long (201-C) of Tromso
Second Team  Fiifi Aidoo (189-PG-1996) of Grengewald Jorgen Odfjell (197-G-2000) of Gimle Dante Thompson (201-F-1993) of Gimle Marin Mornar (205-PF-1993) of Kongsberg Milovan Savic (205-C-1987) of Gimle
Honorable Mention Johannes Dolven (206-C/F-1996) of Centrum John Knight III (190-G) of Froya Basket Nikolas Skouen (191-G-1990) of Fyllingen Billy McDonald (198-F-1994) of Tromso Petar Radojicic (206-F-1994) of Tromso Nikola Roso (205-F/C-1995) of Froya Basket Jorgen Lamo (190-G-2003) of Froya Basket Sjur Dyb Berg (201-F-1996) of Baerum Basket Bryan Battle (196-F-1999) of Ammerud Bskt Mustafa Dibba (186-G/F-1995) of Ammerud Bskt Xavier Sewell (192-G-1996) of Ammerud Bskt Petar Kutlesic (206-F-1994) of Centrum Jacob Tryon (211-C-1998) of Oppsal Joshua Hart (194-G-1990) of Asker Aliens Tom Dumont (201-G-2000) of Asker Aliens Jakob Baiden (194-F-1993) of Nidaros Jets
All-Domestic Players Team Stian Mjoes (183-G-1989) of Baerum Basket Jorgen Odfjell (197-G-2000) of Gimle Nikolas Skouen (191-G-1990) of Fyllingen Aly Hudgins (201-F-1993) of Kongsberg Sjur Dyb Berg (201-F-1996) of Baerum Basket
All-Bosmans Team Fiifi Aidoo (189-PG-1996) of Grengewald Mustafa Dibba (186-G/F-1995) of Ammerud Bskt Petar Radojicic (206-F-1994) of Tromso Marin Mornar (205-PF-1993) of Kongsberg Milovan Savic (205-C-1987) of Gimle
All-Imports Team Xavier Green (198-G-1996) of Kongsberg John Knight III (190-G) of Froya Basket Dante Thompson (201-F-1993) of Gimle Devin Gilligan (196-F-1993) of Fyllingen Cole Long (201-C) of Tromso |
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| Mauricio Modestin inks with Lima Wolfpack - by Robert OConnell |
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Panamanian Point Guard Mauricio Modestin (178-PG-1987, college: Olympic CC) is newcomer in Wolfpack Lima. He played last in Mexico and has been playing in different tournaments. in the Northwest area of the United States. He also played with in the LPB the Panamanian professional league with Aguilas de Rio Abajo where he performed at the maximum level. Modestin will provide the Wolfpacks with outside shooting long range and midrange, also slashing to the basket with his quickness and ballhandling abilities. |
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| LNB Round 6: Olimpia K. lose to San Jose - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The most important game of round 6 took place in Asuncion between two undefeated teams where San Jose beat Olimpia K. (5-1) 67-62 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Olimpia K.. It was a key game for the top position in the league. 25 personal fouls committed by Olimpia K. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international forward Ramon Sanchez (194-1991) scored 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Argentinian forward Franco Benitez (199-1994) chipped in 17 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Gabriel Peralta (203-1995) with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Undefeated San Jose (6-0) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Defending champion (6-0) keeps a position of league leader. Olimpia K. at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by San Jose. Olimpia K. will play next round against Atletico C. 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 Asuncion - Atletico C.. San Jose will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Campo Alto. It will be extra interesting game as Campo Alto is their local rival from Asuncion. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Asuncion: Felix Perez (#4) and Sol de America (#8). Sol de America was smashed at home by 46 points 65-111 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The former international guard Leandro Ferreira (184-1994) notched 31 points to lead the effort and Jose Rolon supported him with 17 points and 12 rebounds. Even 18 points and 8 rebounds by Juan Marti did not help to save the game for Sol de America. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Felix Perez maintains fourth position with 3-3 record, which they share with Colonias G. Sol de America at the other side still closes the standings with six games lost. Felix Perez's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Libertad A.. Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Asuncion: Libertad A. (#3) and Campo Alto (#7). Libertad A. (4-2) smashed visiting Campo Alto (1-5) by 41 points 97-56. The best player for the winners was Jorge Sequera who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Nelson Peralta who recorded 16 points and 9 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. Libertad A. maintains third position with 4-2 record having just two points less than leader San Jose. Campo Alto lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with five games lost. Libertad A.'s supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Felix Perez. In the last game of round 6 Atletico C. was destroyed by Colonias G. on the opponent's court 103-60.
Sol de America - Felix Perez 65-111 Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Asuncion: Felix Perez (#4) and Sol de America (#8). Sol de America was smashed at home by 46 points 65-111 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Felix Perez dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Sol de America's 32. Felix Perez forced 25 Sol de America turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Sol de America's players. The former international guard Leandro Ferreira (184-1994) notched 31 points to lead the effort and the former international swingman Jose Rolon (193-2000) supported him with 17 points and 12 rebounds. Four Felix Perez players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 8 rebounds by Juan Marti did not help to save the game for Sol de America. Nicolas Escurra added 21 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Felix Perez maintains fourth position with 3-3 record, which they share with Colonias G. Sol de America at the other side still closes the standings with six games lost. Felix Perez's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Libertad A.. Top scorers: Felix Perez: L.Ferreira 31+1reb+3ast, J.Rolon 17+12reb+3ast, V.Diego 16+6reb+2ast, D.Joaquin 12+3reb+1ast, G.Emmanuel 8+1reb, S.Ricardo 7+3reb+3ast Sol de America: E.Nicolas 21+6reb+1ast, M.Juan 18+8reb+2ast, R.Marcos 8+1reb+5ast, R.Diaz Fabrizio 7+4reb+1ast, S.Benitez 4+5reb, R.Angel 3+1reb Libertad A. - Campo Alto 97-56 Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Asuncion: Libertad A. (#3) and Campo Alto (#7). Libertad A. (4-2) smashed visiting Campo Alto (1-5) by 41 points 97-56. Libertad A. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Campo Alto's 26. Libertad A. forced 21 Campo Alto turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Campo Alto's players. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Jorge Sequera (194-1988) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. International point guard Jorge Martinez (178-1998) chipped in 24 points and 8 rebounds. Four Libertad A. players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international forward Nelson Peralta (198-1988) who recorded 16 points and 9 rebounds and Argentinian point guard Santiago Peralta (183-2000) added 12 points respectively. 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. Libertad A. maintains third position with 4-2 record having just two points less than leader San Jose. Campo Alto lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with five games lost. Libertad A.'s supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Asuncion to the arena Felix Perez. Top scorers: Libertad A.: J.Martinez 24+8reb+2ast, R.Mercado 22+3reb+1ast, J.Sequera 17+10reb+7ast, A.Lopez 12+6reb+2ast, D.Bareiro 6+3ast, E.Martinez 6+7reb+4ast Campo Alto: N.Peralta 16+9reb+1ast, P.Santiago 12+3reb+2ast, R.Darwinn 9+4reb+3ast, M.Mainero 8+5reb, O.Laconich 7+1reb+3ast, A.Sebastian 3+1reb Colonias G. - Atletico C. 103-60 Everything could happen in Asuncion at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Colonias G. and 6th ranked Atletico C. had identical 2-3 record. This time Colonias G. used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from Asuncion 103-60 on Monday night. Colonias G. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Atletico C.'s 32. Colonias G. forced 22 Atletico C. turnovers and outrebounded them 44-21 including a 15-1 advantage in offensive rebounds. Colonias G. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was Argentinian Nelson Peralta (195-1992) who scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. American swingman Stefano Osuji (190, college: Bridgeport) chipped in 17 points. Five Colonias G. players scored in double figures. Colonias G.'s coach Juan Bidarra felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was Diego Ortega who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds and Brahian Amarilla added 18 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively. Colonias G. (3-3) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Felix Perez. Loser Atletico C. keeps the sixth position with four games lost. Colonias G.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Sol de America. Top scorers: Colonias G.: S.Osuji 17+4reb+2ast, N.Peralta 15+8reb+2ast, P.Juan 15+3reb+2ast, T.Nicolas 11+5reb+2ast, S.Pierotti 10+4reb+8ast, F.Hugo 10+6reb+4ast Atletico C.: A.Brahian 18+1ast, O.Diego 11+7reb+3ast, D.Jara 10+1reb, A.Alejandro 8+3reb+1ast, B.Francisco 4+2reb+4ast, V.Sosa 4+4reb+4ast San Jose - Olimpia K. 67-62 The most important game of round 6 took place in Asuncion between two undefeated teams where San Jose beat Olimpia K. (5-1) 67-62 on Monday night. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Olimpia K.. It was a key game for the top position in the league. 25 personal fouls committed by Olimpia K. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international forward Ramon Sanchez (194-1991) scored 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Argentinian forward Franco Benitez (199-1994) chipped in 17 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Gabriel Peralta (203-1995) with 13 points and 6 rebounds and Fabrizio Diaz scored 15 points. San Jose (6-0) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Defending champion (6-0) keeps a position of league leader. Olimpia K. at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by San Jose. Olimpia K. will play next round against Atletico C. 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 Asuncion - Atletico C.. San Jose will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Campo Alto. It will be extra interesting game as Campo Alto is their local rival from Asuncion. Top scorers: San Jose: R.Sanchez 23+8reb+2ast, F.Benitez 17+11reb+2ast, T.Gomez 13+5reb+2ast, F.Dose 7+2reb+1ast, E.Riveros 4+7reb+2ast, V.Ochipinti 3+6reb+1ast Olimpia K.: D.Fabrizio 15+2reb+2ast, G.Peralta 13+6reb, C.Alaekwe 10+4reb+2ast, K.Sebastian 8+6reb, G.Fabio 5+3reb+3ast, N.Lopez 5+3reb |
| PHILIPPINES |
| Bacoor, Batangas, Caloocan book wins in MPBL - by Eurobasket News |
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The Bacoor City Strikers welcomed back Michael Canete (193-F-1993) with a 73-49 pounding of the San Juan Knights on Monday in the OKBet-MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Fifth Season at the Strike Gymnasium in Bacoor. Canete, who had a forgettable stint with the San Miguel Beermen in the PBA, returned to the Bacoor roster and shared the offensive load with former San Beda star James Kwekuteye as the Strikers stormed to a 73-45 spread en route to their sixth win against a loss in the elimination round of the 29-team tournament. The 6-foot-4 Canete fired 14 points and so did the 6-foot-2 Kwekuteye, who also snagged five rebounds for the Strikers, one of the teams that tinkered with their rosters this year. Veteran Mark Yee (191-F-1982) could only contribute seven points but compensated with 11 rebounds for the Strikers, who also drew eight points and five rebounds from Jhan McHale Nermal and six points plus nine rebounds from Jammer Jamito. San Juan, which absorbed its second loss in five outings, got 12 points and 13 rebounds from Michael Calisaan and 10 points from Orlan Wamar. Earlier, Batangas City Embassy Chill and Caloocan Batang Kankaloo also routed their respective rivals. The Batangas Athletics vented their ire on the Marikina Shoemasters, 82-56, while the Batang Kankaloo leaned on a balanced attack to subdue the Oriental Mindoro Disiplinados, 99-74. Hurting from a 74-81 beating it absorbed from Zamboanga Family's Brand Sardines on April 25, Batangas went all-out to dominate Marikina, leading by as far as 81-54 in posting its sixth win. Although Rudy Lingganay (178-PG-1986) was the lone double-digit scorer for Batangas with 13, he was well-supported as John Ambulodto made 9 points while Jeckster Apinan (191-F-1987), Juneric Baloria (178-G-1990) and CJ Isit chipped in 8 points each. Marikina tumbled to 3-4 despite the 15-point effort of Raymond Casajeros and the 11-point output of Joe Gomez De Liano. In improving to 4-2, Caloocan drew 17 points from Paul Sanga, 15 from Gabby Espinas and 14 from Alfren Gayosa. Oriental Mindoro skidded to 1-7 despite the 22-point explosion of Rodel Vaygan, the 18-point contribution of Teytey Teodoro and the 10-point donation of Marvel Jimenez. The MPBL returns to the Imus Sports Complex since the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc with a triple bill pitting Quezon City against Valenzuela at 4 p.m., Laguna against Pampanga at 6 p.m. and GenSan against Imus at 8 p.m. Courtesy of: philstar.com |
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| Mazurczak's 27 points and 8 assists give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 27 points adding six rebounds and eight assists for King in his team's victory, helping them to beat Trefl (#7, 17-12) 91-86. King maintains the 2nd position in Polish league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. King will need more victories to improve their 21-8 record. Mazurczak turned to be King's top player in his first season with the team. University of Wisconsin Parkside graduate has very impressive stats this year. Mazurczak is in league's top in assists (3rd best: 6.9apg) and averages solid 53.8% FGP and 50.0% from behind 3-point line. Second best performed player last round was Adam Kemp (208-F-1990) of Sokol. He is American forward in his first season at Sokol. In the last game Kemp recorded impressive 22 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Sokol was edged by the higher-ranked Spojnia (#5, 18-11) 83-79. Sokol is still in a red zone at 12th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-19 record. Kemp is a newcomer at Sokol and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Victor Sanders (196-SG-1995) of Anwil (#6). Sanders got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last round. He was a key player of Anwil, leading his team to a 110-86 easy win against the lower-ranked Arka (#10, 11-18). Anwil needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 17 victories and 12 lost games. Sanders has a great season in Poland. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.8ppg (6th best) and assists with 1.9apg (4th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Mike Smith (180-PG-1997) of Astoria - 35 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Cleveland Melvin (203-F-1991) of Start - 28 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Gerry Blakes (193-SG-1993) of MKS DG - 32 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Dallas Walton (213-C-1997) of Twarde Pierniki - 21 points and 9 rebounds 8. Ajdin Penava (206-PF-1997) of Spojnia - 24 points and 5 rebounds 9. Michal Michalak (196-G/F-1993) of Stal - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Wesley Gordon (205-F/C-1994) of Trefl - 15 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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| Stats Leaders - BSN |
| Brown Jr.'s 29 points and 6 rebounds give him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 29 points adding six rebounds and five assists for Mayaguez in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Ponce (#5, 7-11) 95-91. Mayaguez is placed at 4th position in Puerto Rican league. Mayaguez 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 7-9 record. In the team's last game Brown Jr. had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Mayaguez, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Chaundee Brown Jr. averages just after three games 22.7ppg and 8.0rpg. Second best performed player last week was Victor Rudd (206-PF-1991) of league's second-best Carolina. He is American forward in his first season at Carolina. In the last game Rudd recorded impressive 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Of course he led Carolina to another comfortable win outscoring slightly lower-ranked Santurce (#4, 8-10) 101-81. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group B. Carolina consolidated its place in top 2 of the standings. His team's 11-6 record is not bad at all. Rudd is one of the most experienced players at Carolina and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Walter Hodge (183-PG-1986) of league's second-best Arecibo. Hodge got into 30-points club by scoring exactly 30 points in the last week. He went also for four assists. He was a key player of Arecibo, leading his team to a 101-92 win against the lower-ranked Manati (#6, 4-13). Arecibo needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in Group A. Their record at this point is 10 victories and 6 lost games. Hodge has a very solid season. In 15 games in Puerto Rico he scored 16.1ppg. He also has 4.3apg and FGP: 56.4%. Walter Hodge has also Puerto Rican passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Sheldon Mac (196-G-1992) of Manati - 29 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Jezreel De Jesus (185-G-1991) of Ponce - 27 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Angel Matias (194-F-1992) of Santurce - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Christian Negron (201-F-1998) of Ponce - 12 points and 6 rebounds 8. Lance Stephenson (196-G/F-1990) of Ponce - 25 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Thomas Robinson (208-C-1991) of Arecibo - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Alex Franklin (198-G/F-1988) of Carolina - 9 points, 11 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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| QATAR |
| Waverly Austin's triple-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He recorded a triple-double of 31 points adding also 22 rebounds and 22 assists, while his team beat Al Gharafa (#6, 5-7) 84-75. It allowed Al Sadd to take over top position in the Qatari league. Al Sadd have a solid 9-2 record. Austin turned to be Al Sadd's top player in his first season with the team. University of Oregon graduate has very impressive stats this year. Austin is in league's top in points (7th best: 23.7ppg) and averages solid 4.1bpg and 56.0% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Moustafa Elmekawi (204-F/C-1994) of Al Shamal. He is Egyptian forward in his first season at Al Shamal. In the last game Elmekawi recorded impressive triple-double of 19 points, 23 rebounds and 23 assists. It was enough for Al Shamal to edge Qatar Club (9-3) by 5 points 72-67. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Al Shamal consolidated its place in top 3 of the standings. His team's 9-3 record is not bad at all. Elmekawi is one of the most experienced players at Al Shamal and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third place about best performers goes to guard Brian Halums (196-G-1997) of Qatar Club (#4). Halums got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for thirteen rebounds and thirteen assists. He was a key player of Qatar Club, leading his team to a 91-66 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Al Arabi (#5, 5-6). Qatar Club needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 3 lost games. Halums has a great season in Qatar. After 12 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 25.7ppg (4th best), rebounds with 10.6rpg (4th best) and assists with 10.6apg (4th best). He also has 5.2spg, 1.2bpg and FGP: 53.8%. Other top performing players last week: 4. C.J. Aiken (206-C/F-1990) of Al Gharafa - 21 points, 14 rebounds and 14 assists 5. Malik Curry (185-G-1999) of Al Rayyan - 32 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists 6. Kelechi Ajukwa (201-G-1995) of Al Arabi - 35 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Ndour Mame Souleye (206-C-1987) of Al Wakrah - 22 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists 8. Holland Woods II (185-G) of Qatar Club - 31 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists 9. T.J. Starks (188-G-1998) of Al Rayyan - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Mouhammad Faye (207-F/C-1985) of Al Rayyan - 18 points, 9 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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| ROMANIA |
| Stats Leaders - Men |
| Hamrick's double-double lands him Liga I (Second Stage) Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He had a double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds, while his team outclassed Sibiu 2 (#5, 4-8) with 31-point margin 104-73. Rm Valcea II maintains the 2nd position in Romanian Liga I. They are still close to the very top. Rm Valcea II would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 10-2 record. In the team's last game Hamrick had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He turned to be Rm Valcea II's top player in his first season with the team. Portland State University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Hamrick is league's best scorer averaging so far 24.2ppg. Hamrick is in league's top in assists (2nd best: 5.4apg) and averages solid 2.4spg and 67.9% FGP. Worth to mention Hamrick played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball. Second best performed player last round was Vlad Georgescu (2000) of Sibiu 2. He is a in his 3rd season at Sibiu 2. In the last game Georgescu recorded impressive double-double of 16 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Sibiu 2 lost that game 73-104 to the higher-ranked Rm Valcea II (#2, 10-2). Sibiu 2 managed to keep the same 5th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 4-8 record. Georgescu is one of the most experienced players at Sibiu 2 and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.6ppg (#7). His other stats are also decent: 5.8rpg and 3.6apg. Third place about best performers goes to another Rm Valcea II's star - forward Ajay Singh (199-PF, agency: Haylett Sports). Singh showcased his all-around game by recording 20 points, seven rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was another key player of Rm Valcea II, helping his team with a 104-73 easy win against the lower-ranked Sibiu 2 (#5, 4-8). Singh has a great season in Romania. After 23 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.3ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Andrei Oinaru (203-F/C-2005) of Phoenix Corona - 22 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Liviu Rotariu (192-PG-1993) of Politehnica Iasi - 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Rares Basescu (2004) of Politehnica Iasi - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Armin Cane (188-PG-1993) of Phoenix Corona - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Victor Georgescu (186-F-2002) of Sibiu 2 - 17 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Radu David (2004) of Laguna - 15 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Alexandru Padineanu (193-F-1993) of Politehnica Iasi - 13 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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| RUSSIA |
| Stats Leaders - Superleague B |
| SERBIA |
| Andrija Jelavic gets MVP of the Week award for Serbian KLS (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Talented Croatian Andrija Jelavic (207-F-2004) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's second-best OKK Beograd and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 1 (Second Stage). The 18-year old forward had a double-double of 19 points and thirteen rebounds, while his team beat Zlatibor (#3, 0-1), Second Stage bottom-ranked team 91-76. OKK Beograd maintains the 2nd position in their group in Serbian KLS. But it's just the very beginning of the Second Stage and OKK Beograd won just one (their first) game. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. In the team's last game Jelavic had a remarkable three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He turned to be OKK Beograd's top player in his first season with the team. Jelavic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 8.9rpg) and averages solid 52.0% FGP. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young center Uros Lukovic (213-C-1989) of Metalac VL. Lukovic impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 19 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as Metalac VL was edged by Vojvodina NS (1-0) 80-76. The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Lukovic is a newcomer at Metalac VL and it seems he did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. The third best performed player last round was American Beau Beech (203-PF-1994) of top-ranked FMP BG. Beech scored 23 points and grabbed five rebounds. He was a key player of FMP BG, leading his team to a 98-80 easy win against #4 ranked Spartak in a game of the week. FMP BG has a very good start of the Second Stage. But there was just one game played, so it's too early to judge them at this stage. Beech also has a very good start of the Second Stage with very strong stats. The season just started for Beech as he played only first game. But it already looks like he can be team's leader. Other top performing players last week: 4. Andrija Bojic (208-PF-1993) of Spartak - 22 points and 3 rebounds 5. Stefan Miljenovic (190-G-2001) of OKK Beograd - 17 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Aleksandar Sokolovic (193-G-1993) of Spartak - 16 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Aleksandar Ponjavic (200-G-1991) of Zlatibor - 11 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Nikola Gacesa (205-F/C-1987) of Vojvodina NS - 17 points and 8 rebounds 9. Nikola Topic (198-G-2005) of OKK Beograd - 13 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 10. Aleksa Cabrilo (206-F-1997) of Zlatibor - 13 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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| Euroleague: Real Madrid avoid sweep, upset Partizan in Belgrade - by Eurobasket News |
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Partizan - Real Madrid 80-82 Real Madrid stayed alive in the Euroleague playoffs following a hard-fought road win over Partizan in Belgrade tonight. Real entered the game down 0-2 in the best-of-five series but managed to get away with a key road win to extend the series. Walter Tavares (220-C-1992) posted 26 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Spanish side. Partizan stormed into the game scoring 32 points in the first period and taking a 13-point lead. But Real cut the deficit at just 3 points at the big break 45-48. Real surged ahead in the third term. The visitors snatched a 66-63 lead at the final intermission. James Nunnally gave the hosts a 77-75 lead with just over three minutes remaining in regulation. But Walter Tavares and Nigel Williams-Goss (191-G-1994, college: Gonzaga) responded with five points in a row to make it 88-70 with 24 seconds to go. Mario Hezonja (202-SF-1995) followed with two free throws to seal the vital win for Real. Nigel Williams-Goss provided 22 points in the victory. Alen Smailagic (208-F/C-2000) and Zach LeDay (202-F/C-1994, college: Virginia Tech) answered with 15 points each for Partizan. |
| SLOVAKIA |
| Nike SBL Round 5 of Semi-Finals. Komarno advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Spisski Rytieri - Komarno 76-85 Serbian swingman Luka Gasic (195-1998) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 6 rebounds. American point guard Demarkus Stuckey Jr (183-1995, college: Goshen) contributed with 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Argentinian point guard Lautaro Lopez (189-1999, agency: Octagon Europe) answered with 20 points and 7 rebounds and the former international power forward Viktor Juricek (211-1993, college: TAMUCC) added 21 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Spisski Rytieri. Top scorers: Spisski Rytieri: V.Juricek 21+6reb+1ast, L.Lopez 20+7reb+2ast, M.Fusek 9+14reb+1ast, V.Granic 7+2reb, P.McGlynn 6+4reb+4ast, D.Hlivak 6+3reb+2ast Komarno: L.Gasic 23+6reb, D.Stuckey Jr. 14+6reb+5ast, M.Markovic 12+7reb+5ast, S.Gatling 9+9reb+3ast, V.Samuel 8+4reb+1ast, V.Djordjevic 8+2reb |
| SLOVENIA |
| Durnik's 31-point game gives him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 31 points adding nine rebounds and three assists for Rogaska in his team's victory, helping them to beat Terme Olimia (#7, 11-15) 94-84. Rogaska is placed at 5th position in Slovenian league. Rogaska is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-14 record. In the team's last game Durnik had a remarkable 73.3% from 2-point range. He turned to be Rogaska's top player in his first season with the team. Durnik has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (6th best: 16.2ppg) and averages solid 66.3% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Mario Kegler (201-G/F-1997) of LTH Castings. He is American swingman in his first season at LTH Castings. In the last game Kegler recorded impressive 30 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as LTH Castings lost that game 80-85 to slightly lower-ranked Zlatorog (#10, 7-19). LTH Castings is still in a red zone at 8th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 8-18 record. Kegler is a newcomer at LTH Castings and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.7ppg (#7). He also registered 6.1 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to forward Tim Tomazic (197-F-1999) of Sentjur (#6). Tomazic showcased his all-around game by recording 22 points, six rebounds and nine assists in the last round. Despite Tomazic's great performance Sentjur lost 76-90 to the higher-ranked Sencur Gor. (#3, 17-9). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Sentjur ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 14 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Tomazic could help Sentjur to bring them higher in the standings. Tomazic has a great season in Slovenia. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.6rpg (2nd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Sandi Cebular (194-G-1986) of Terme Olimia - 26 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Miha Cerkvenik (187-SG-2001) of Krka - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Filip Samojlovic (183-PG-1990) of Zlatorog - 34 points 7. Matic Grusovnik (199-F-1995) of Hopsi Polzela - 20 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Leon Stergar (193-SG-2000) of Krka - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Jan Copot (199-G-2001) of Zlatorog - 20 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Lucas Walford (203-F-1998) of Sencur Gor. - 16 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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| Williams' 21 points and 9 assists give him LEB Gold Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had the game-high 21 points adding eight rebounds and nine assists for Ourense in his team's victory, helping them to beat Alicante (#8, 18-13) 86-77. Ourense maintains the 13th position in Spanish LEB Gold. Ourense is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 11-20 record. In the team's last game Williams had a remarkable five three-pointers out of 6 attempts. It was one of impressive evenings for him as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Chaz Williams averages this season 6.8ppg. Second best performed player last round was Rauno Nurger (208-C-1993) of Gipuzkoa. He is Estonian center in his first season at Gipuzkoa. In the last game Nurger recorded impressive 21 points and 7 rebounds. Bad luck as Gipuzkoa lost that game 76-97 to the lower-ranked Almansa (#12, 11-20). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Gipuzkoa keeps 9th position. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 17-14 record is not bad and everything may still change. Nurger is a newcomer at Gipuzkoa 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 place about best performers goes to forward Walter Cabral (200-F-1995) of Cantabria (#11). Cabral scored 26 points and grabbed nine rebounds. He was a key player of Cantabria, leading his team to a 95-89 win against the lower-ranked Melilla (#18, 6-25). Cabral has a very solid season. In 31 games in Spain he scored 7.3ppg. He also has 5.3rpg and FGP: 54.9%. Walter Cabral has also Spanish passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Trey Davis (183-PG-1993) of Melilla - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Bamba Fall (215-C-1986) of Melilla - 16 points and 5 rebounds 6. Sergio De La Fuente (198-C-1989) of Valladolid - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Sean McDonnell (203-F-1995) of Alicante - 19 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Adams Sola (193-PG-2000) of Estudiantes - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Barra Njie (191-PG-2001) of Iraurgi SB - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Sasa Borovnjak (206-C-1989) of Caceres - 20 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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| Euroleague: Real Madrid avoid sweep, upset Partizan in Belgrade - by Eurobasket News |
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Partizan - Real Madrid 80-82 Real Madrid stayed alive in the Euroleague playoffs following a hard-fought road win over Partizan in Belgrade tonight. Real entered the game down 0-2 in the best-of-five series but managed to get away with a key road win to extend the series. Walter Tavares (220-C-1992) posted 26 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Spanish side. Partizan stormed into the game scoring 32 points in the first period and taking a 13-point lead. But Real cut the deficit at just 3 points at the big break 45-48. Real surged ahead in the third term. The visitors snatched a 66-63 lead at the final intermission. James Nunnally gave the hosts a 77-75 lead with just over three minutes remaining in regulation. But Walter Tavares and Nigel Williams-Goss (191-G-1994, college: Gonzaga) responded with five points in a row to make it 88-70 with 24 seconds to go. Mario Hezonja (202-SF-1995) followed with two free throws to seal the vital win for Real. Nigel Williams-Goss provided 22 points in the victory. Alen Smailagic (208-F/C-2000) and Zach LeDay (202-F/C-1994, college: Virginia Tech) answered with 15 points each for Partizan. |
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| Roanne signs Isaiah Ross, ex Lugano - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Two years ago he was drafted by Mine Celtics (G-League) in first round (18th overall). The former Iona College standout is in his second season in pro basketball. Ross has played previously professionally in USA and NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors and Lakeland Magic). His college team won MAAC Tournament in 2021. He played also for University of Missouri - Kansas City for 2 years. |
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| Karaman's double-double lands him PLeague+ Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | |||||
He had a double-double of 36 points and 20 rebounds, while his team crushed Fubon Braves (#2, 23-14) with 18-point margin 107-89. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Dreamers maintains the 4th position in Taiwanese PLeague+. Dreamers is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 17-21 record. In the team's last game Karaman had a remarkable 54.2% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Dreamers, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Karaman has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (4th best: 13.8rpg) and averages solid 1.2bpg and 50.3% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Jeremy Lin (191-PG-1988) of Steelers. He is naturalized American guard in his first season at Steelers. In the last game Lin recorded impressive triple-double of 37 points, 14 rebounds and 12 assists. Bad luck as Steelers was edged by the higher-ranked Kings (#1, 26-11) 104-100. Steelers managed to keep the same 5th spot in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 15-22 record. Lin is one of the most experienced players at Steelers and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 27.3ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 8.7rpg and 9.2apg. Third place about best performers goes to Will Artino (211-C/F-1992) of Lioneers (#6). Artino showcased his all-around game by recording 21 points, seventeen rebounds (!!!) and six assists in the last round. Despite Artino's great performance Lioneers lost 91-103 to the higher-ranked Kings (#1, 26-11). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Lioneers not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 24 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Artino could try to bring Lioneers' a little bit higher in the standings. Artino has individually a great season in Taiwan. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 15.1rpg (2nd best). Will Artino has also Taiwanese passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jason Washburn (213-C-1990) of Pilots - 21 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Brandon Gilbeck (213-C-1996) of Dreamers - 19 points and 18 rebounds 6. Chris Johnson (210-F/C-1985) of Fubon Braves - 15 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 7. Kenny Manigault (195-G/F-1991) of Kings - 24 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Joseph Lin (186-G-1992) of Kings - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists 9. Igor Zaytsev (210-C/F-1989) of Fubon Braves - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Gokul Natesan (196-F-1994) of Steelers - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Al Hilal signs Islem Elajmi - by Yusuf Abduljalil | |
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Al Hilal Benghazi (D1) signed 31-year old Tunisian international swingman Islem Elajmi (196cm-1991). Elajmi joins another Tunisian player Mohamed Abbassi who is already in the roster. He moved there from Al Adalah in Saudi Arabian SBL league where he played this season. He has been regularly called to Tunisian Senior National Team since 2022. He has played also professionally in Germany (SSV Lok Bernau, hermsdorf and SSV Lokomotive Bernau 2nd team) and Tunisia (JS Kairouan and AS Hammamet US Monastir , Club African , Etoile Sportive De Sahil Stade Nabluien ). |
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| Toure number one in Turkey BSL for round 26 - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player was the main contributor (28 points, eight rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Petkim (#11, 11-16) 95-85. Tofas is placed at 7th position in Turkish BSL. Tofas is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-15 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Toure as usually he does not deliver so high stats. Former Eastern Michigan University star has very solid stats this year. Toure is in league's top in rebounds (7th best: 7.8rpg) and averages impressive 67.9% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young Nigerian John Egbunu (211-C-1994) of Gaziantep. Egbunu had a very good evening with a double-double of 25 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Gaziantep was edged by slightly higher-ranked Merkezefendi (#12, 11-16) 95-91. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Gaziantep keeps 14th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 9-18 record. Egbunu is a newcomer at Gaziantep, but is already one of team's top players. Third on the list of top players last round was Greek center Zach Auguste (208-C-1993, agency: Pensack Sports) of Bursaspor (#5). Auguste showcased his all-around game by recording 18 points, eight rebounds and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Bursaspor, leading his team to a 106-99 win against slightly higher-ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (#3, 19-8). Bursaspor needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 17 victories and 10 lost games. Auguste has a great season in Turkey. After 25 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.6rpg (9th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Codi Miller-McIntyre (191-PG-1994) of Gaziantep - 27 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Phil Booth (190-SG-1995) of Petkim - 28 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Braian Angola-Rodas (198-G/F-1994) of Pinar Karsiyaka - 29 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Johnny Hamilton (213-C-1994) of Merkezefendi - 19 points and 8 rebounds 8. Parker Jackson-Cartwright (176-PG-1995) of Besiktas - 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Dogus Ozdemiroglu (191-PG-1996) of Darussafaka - 30 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Jeremy Simmons (204-C-1989) of Petkim - 20 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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| Petrov is back at Antibes, ex Prometey - by Eurobasket News | |||
Petrov has been also a member of Ukrainian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Ukrainian senior team since 2016 and previously for U20 National Team in 2014. Petrov represented Ukraine at the World University Games in Napoli (Italy) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 6 games: 12.7ppg, 7.3rpg, 2.2apg, FGP: 43.5%, 3PT: 36.4%, FT: 76.9%. He has played also professionally for other Ukrainian teams like Khimik, BK Khimik Yuzhny 2nd team and Kyiv Basket. Petrov won Latvian-Estonian Basketball League championship title in 2023. He was voted to Ukrainian Superleague All-Star Game back in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. (via @Be_BasketFr) |
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| Shabab Al Ahli clinch 22/23 title - by Eurobasket News |
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Shabab Al Ahli clinched 22/23 title in the country. They overcame Al-Nasr 96-67 in the second game of the Finals. They dominated the whole game to be proudly crowned the champions. Earlier Shabab Al-Ahli won the Finals opener defeating Al-Nasr 86-80. The latter started strong and grabbed a 10-point lead at the end of the first period. |
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| Joshua Ogundele will continue his college career at Middle Tennessee - by Eurobasket News |
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Middle Tennessee State University tabbed 22-year old British 6-11 forward Joshua Ogundele for new season. London (United Kingdom) native played for the last three years at University of Iowa. But in 11 games he averaged just 1.9ppg and 1.7rpg last season. His team won Big Ten Tournament in 2022. Hawkeyes made it to the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals in 2021. Ogundele has played high school basketball at Worcester Academy in Worcester, MA, which he graduated in 2020. He played also for Boston Amateur Basketball Club in AAU. Ogundele was voted to All-NEPSAC Class AA Honorable Mention. He represented United Kingdom at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Tallinn (Estonia) six years ago. Ogundele's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 5 games: 1.6ppg, 3.0rpg. Among many awards his team also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B in Sofia (Bulgaria) in 2020. His team also won European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 Division B in Tallinn (Estonia) in 2020. (via @VerbalCommits) |
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| SPB 2023 - Brillantes welcome back Charles Thomas, ex Penarol - by Francisco Vega | |||
Thomas is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in ten different countries playing on four different continents. He is familiar with European, Asian, Latin American and of course North American leagues. Thomas has played previously professionally in Bosnia, Bulgaria (Akademik Sofia), Finland (FoKoPo), France (Nantes and Chorale de Roanne), Israel (Maccabi Rishon and Maccabi Ashdod/Be'er Tuvia), Italy (Cantu, Scafati, Ravenna and Legnano Basket Knights), Jordan (ASU Sports Club), Lebanon (Sagesse), Ukraine (Dnipro, Mariupol and Cherkasy) and Venezuela (Trotamundos). He played in the final of SEC Tournament in 2007 and 2008. Thomas was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A2 Honorable Mention in 2019 and 2021. He graduated from University of Arkansas in 2008 and it is his 15th (!!!) season in pro basketball. |
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| Rigoberto Mendoza gets MVP of the Week award for Venezuelan SPB - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 30-year old shooting guard had the game-high 32 points adding nine rebounds for Piratas in his team's victory, helping them to beat Cangrejeros (#10, 3-13) 90-84. Piratas is placed at 3rd position in Venezuelan SPB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Piratas will need more victories to improve their 10-4 record. In the team's last game Mendoza had a remarkable 80.0% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He just recently signed at Piratas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Rigoberto Mendoza averages just after three games 21.7ppg and 6.7rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young Spanish power forward Jhonatan Araujo (206-F/C-1996) of Centauros. Araujo impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 16 points and 25 rebounds. Of course he led Centauros to another comfortable win 106-87 over the lower-ranked Taurinos (#9, 5-14) being unquestionably team leader. This victory allowed Centauros to move up to 5th position in Western Conference. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Araujo is one of the most experienced players at Centauros and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was Jean Payen (193-SF-2003) of Taurinos (#9). Payen got into 30-points club by scoring 32 points in the last round. He went also for five rebounds and four assists. Despite Payen's great performance Taurinos lost 87-106 to the higher-ranked Centauros (#5, 9-9). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Taurinos can only dream about fighting for top spots in Western Conference. They have rather bad season and 5-14 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Payen has a very solid season. In 19 games in Venezuela he scored 14.8ppg. He also has 4.2rpg and FGP: 50.3%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Luis Montero (203-SF-1993) of Cocodrilos - 23 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Jassel Perez (195-G/F-2001) of Spartans - 22 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists 6. Taevaunn Prince (191-G-1991) of Diablos - 23 points and 2 rebounds 7. Luis Bethelmy (200-F-1986) of Cocodrilos - 16 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Luis Julio (201-C-1980) of Cangrejeros - 20 points and 4 rebounds 9. Pedro Bombino (206-C-2000) of Toros - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 10. Jhonder Gomez (196-F-2002) of Taurinos - 11 points, 11 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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| SPB 2023 - Agustin Caffaro (ex Penarol) signs at Guaiqueries - by Francisco Vega | |||
He was also a member of Argentinian international program for some years. Caffaro played for Argentinian Senior National Team between 2019 and 2020 and previously for U19 National Team back in 2013. He also represented Argentina at the World Cup in China four years ago. Caffaro's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 6 games: 1.3ppg. Caffaro has played previously professionally in Uruguay (Urupan). Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Argentinian LaLiga in 2020. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay Metropolitan League Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
| SPB 2023 - Brillantes welcome back Charles Thomas, ex Penarol - by Francisco Vega | |||
Thomas is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in ten different countries playing on four different continents. He is familiar with European, Asian, Latin American and of course North American leagues. Thomas has played previously professionally in Bosnia, Bulgaria (Akademik Sofia), Finland (FoKoPo), France (Nantes and Chorale de Roanne), Israel (Maccabi Rishon and Maccabi Ashdod/Be'er Tuvia), Italy (Cantu, Scafati, Ravenna and Legnano Basket Knights), Jordan (ASU Sports Club), Lebanon (Sagesse), Ukraine (Dnipro, Mariupol and Cherkasy) and Venezuela (Trotamundos). He played in the final of SEC Tournament in 2007 and 2008. Thomas was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian Serie A2 Honorable Mention in 2019 and 2021. He graduated from University of Arkansas in 2008 and it is his 15th (!!!) season in pro basketball. |
| SPB 2023 - Centauros get Miguel Bolivar on loan by Cocodrilos - by Francisco Vega |
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Centauros de Portuguesa (SPB) inked 31-year old international 205cm center Miguel Bolivar. Bolivar moved there as a loaned player for the remainder of the SPB 2023 season from Cocodrilos. In 9 SPB games just recently he averaged 6.1ppg and 3.2rpg last season. He has been regularly called to Venezuelan Senior National Team since 2020. Bolivar has played previously professionally also in Colombia (Cimarrones and Corsarios) and Venezuela (Guaiqueries, Marinos, Toros, Gigantes and Araguenos). He played in the final of Venezuelan SLB in 2020 and 2022. |
| SPB 2023 - Junior Martinez goes to Centauros on loan by Cocodrilos - by Francisco Vega | |
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Centauros de Portuguesa (SPB) signed 31-year old ex-international forward Junior Martinez (200cm-1992). Martinez moved there on a loan for the remainder of the SPB 2023 season from Cocodrilos. In 17 SPB games just recently he had only 2.2ppg and 1.4rpg last season. He was a member of Venezuelan international program for some years. Martinez was called to Venezuelan Senior National Team between 2015 and 2018 and previously for U17 National Team back in 2009. He is quite experienced player. Martinez has played also professionally in Colombia (Halcones), Venezuela (Panteras, Marinos, Lanceros, Yaracuyanos and Estudiantes), Dominican Republic (La Villa) and Peru (Power and Monumental Heat). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of Venezuelan SLB in 2022. He was voted to Venezuelan LPB All-Star Game back in 2016. |
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| Superliga Round 4 of Finals. Flamurtari earn the title - by Eurobasket News |
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Partizani - Flamurtari 73-80 Flamurtari earned Superliga title as they upset Partizani on the road for 3-1 win in the championship series. The guests trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 43-34 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Flamurtari looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Analyss Benally (170, college: SJSU, agency: Interperformances) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 9 rebounds. Bosnian center Samra Omerbasic (191-1990) contributed with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Flamurtari players scored in double figures. American guard Amarah Coleman (180-1996, college: DePaul) replied with 9 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and her fellow American import swingman Jomyra Mathis (173, college: New Orleans) added 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Partizani. Top scorers: Partizani: A.Bannister 19+4ast, O.Lalaj 15+3reb+3ast, J.Mathis 10+8reb+6ast, E.LaSonja 9+9reb, A.Coleman 9+9reb+6ast, R.Franklin 8+1reb Flamurtari: A.Benally 25+9reb+2ast, S.Omerbasic 18+8reb+4ast, M.Lugaj 13+5reb+6ast, S.Jacobsson 11+6reb+7ast, I.Liliane 7+6reb+3ast, T.Memushi 5+1reb+1ast |
| AUSTRALIA |
| Agnes Emma-Nnopu commits to Texas Christian University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Emma-Nnopu played also at Geelong Lady Supercats in 2016-2017 and then at BA Centre of Excellence in 2018-2020. She represented Australia at the World Cup U19 in Bangkok (Thailand) four years ago. Her team won Silver and her stats at that event were 7 games: 6.1ppg, 7.4rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 30.3%, 3PT: 26.7%, FT: 78.6%. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team won Pac-2012 Regular Season Championship in 2021 and 2022. Her team also also won Pac-2012 Tournament in two consecutive years: 2021 and 2022. Cardinal made it to the Asian U18 Championship in Bangalore (India) in 2020. Her team won Asia-Basket.com All-Asian Championship U18 Second Team in 2018. |
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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 undefeated Boomers (5-1) in Bulleen on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by Devils (8-0) 76-61. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Boomers. Devils had a 35-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of center Dyani Ananiev (186-2004) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds. American guard Amanda Paschal (170-1996, college: Kentucky) contributed with 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for Boomers. Undefeated Devils have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record. Boomers at the other side keep the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Devils are looking forward to face Warriors (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Boomers will play against Cougars (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Another interesting game for Cougars (4-3) which played in Melbourne against one of their biggest challengers Camberwell (3-4). Fifth ranked Cougars had an easy win 78-65. Tamara Booth had a double-double by scoring 11 points and 16 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Briana Gray chipped in 13 points and 7 assists during the contest. At the losing side Marnie Houghton responded with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Cougars moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Camberwell at the other side dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Cougars will play against league's second-placed Boomers in Bulleen in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Camberwell will play at home against Suns and it may be a tough game between close rivals. A very close game took place in Rockhampton between Pirates and Cyclones. Second ranked Pirates (5-2) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd ranked Cyclones (4-2). Pirates managed to escape with a 3-point win 51-48 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Cyclones. Leah Scott notched a double-double by scoring 11 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 16 points and 16 rebounds by Samantha Bowman did not help to save the game for Cyclones. Pirates have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Pirates went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with Southern T. and Sherbrooke S. Loser Cyclones dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. Pirates will meet at home Force (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cyclones will play against Rollers (#8) and hope to secure a win. Other games in round 10 were not that significant. Sherbrooke S. smashed Hume City B. on the road 83-63. Pakenham W. destroyed Sunbury J. on its own court 100-63. Winless Sunbury J. was outscored by Sherbrooke S. in Upwey 83-62. Winless C.Districts L. lost to undefeated Sturt S. at home 68-120. W.Adelaide B. defeated Eastern M. on the opponent's court 83-67. Norwood F. was smashed by S.Adelaide P. in a home game 73-103. N.Adelaide R. was destroyed by Southern T. on the road 83-61. Forestville E. unfortunately lost to Woodville W. on its own court 71-74. Sutherland S. was rolled over Manly Warr. SE in Narrabeen 65-91. Albury LB defeated Penrith P. at home 86-68. Bankstown B. smashed Hornsby S. on the opponent's court 91-60. Hills H. lost to Maitland M. in a home game 59-69. Cent.Coast C. unfortunately lost to Inner WB on the road 66-73. Norths B. rolled over Illawarra H. on its own court 114-56. Sydney C. was defeated by Newcastle F. in a road game 70-86. Logan T. smashed RedCity R. at home 98-67. Darwin S. destroyed Cairns D. on the opponent's court 92-69. Brisbane C. outscored SC Phoenix in a home game 97-65. Logan T. managed to beat NGC Seahawks on the road 63-62. Northside W. defeated USC Rip on its own court 78-61. Darwin S. beat Townsville F. in a road game 66-63. Winless RedCity R. was destroyed by Ipswich F. at home 69-92. Gold Coast R. unfortunately lost to SD Spartans on the opponent's court 80-86. Mackay M. managed to beat SW Metro P. in a home game 71-55. Melbourne T. was crushed by Hobart C. on the road 82-51. Geelong LS was beaten by Frankston B. on its own court 68-81. Eltham W. was destroyed by Sandringham S. in Cheltenham 79-56. Ballarat R. was outscored by Dandenong R. at home 37-76. Kilsyth LC lost to undefeated Bendigo LB on the opponent's court 42-93. Knox R. defeated Casey C. in a home game 81-65. Melbourne T. was beaten by Launceston T. on the road 83-76. Mt Gambier lost to Ringwood H. on its own court 77-87. Keilor T. was outscored by Diamond VE in Greensborough 64-94. Eltham W. rolled over Keilor T. at home 82-62. Nunawading S. lost to undefeated Waverley F. on the opponent's court 67-72. East Perth E. lost to undefeated Joondalup W. in a home game 60-88. Willetton T. destroyed Perth R. on the road 90-43. Mandurah M. unfortunately lost to Perth R. on its own court 80-86. East Perth E. was rolled over Warwick S. in Perth 46-87. Cockburn C. crushed Lakeside L. at home 83-56. Winless SW Slammers was smashed by Perry Lakes H. on the opponent's court 102-47. Rockingham F. won against Goldfields G. in a home game 74-68. Goldfields G. lost to undefeated Joondalup W. on the road 38-106. The most impressive performance of 10th round was 21 points, 19 rebounds and 6 blocks by Alicia Carline of Sherbrooke S..
Group Big VBulleen B. - Wyndham D. 61-76The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Boomers (5-1) in Bulleen on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by Devils (8-0) 76-61. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Boomers. Devils had a 35-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of center Dyani Ananiev (186-2004) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds. American guard Amanda Paschal (170-1996, college: Kentucky) contributed with 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Paschal is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and guard Annabel Deerbon (180, college: HCU) added 13 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Boomers. Devils have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record. Boomers at the other side keep the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Devils are looking forward to face Warriors (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Boomers will play against Cougars (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Wyndham D.: A.Paschal 23+6reb+1ast, A.Dyani 16+16reb, D.Holly 15+4reb, J.Pearce 9+3reb, K.Tanielle 6+14reb+1ast, S.Bennett 4 Bulleen B.: O.Bontempelli 17+10reb+1ast, A.Deerbon 13+10reb, M.Emily 8+3reb+1ast, M.Allan 8+2reb+1ast, V.Es Catelyn 8+2reb, K.Danijela 3+5reb Camberwell - McKinnon C. 65-78 Another interesting game for Cougars (4-3) which played in Melbourne against one of their biggest challengers Camberwell (3-4). Fifth ranked Cougars had an easy win 78-65. Tamara Booth had a double-double by scoring 11 points and 16 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Briana Gray (178, college: Weber St.) chipped in 13 points and 7 assists during the contest. At the losing side Marnie Houghton responded with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Gemma Fyffe scored 15 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cougars moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Camberwell at the other side dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Cougars will play against league's second-placed Boomers in Bulleen in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Camberwell will play at home against Suns and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: McKinnon C.: E.Suckling 14+1reb+2ast, L.Eloise 13+3ast, B.Gray 13+3reb+7ast, B.Tamara 11+16reb, B.Sarae 8+3reb, B.Lee 7+4reb+1ast Camberwell: F.Gemma 15+3reb+2ast, L.Samantha 13+3reb+1ast, H.Marnie 12+6reb+5ast, E.Valos 10+3reb+2ast, W.Kaitlyn 6+3reb+2ast, S.Victoria 6+5reb+2ast Hume City B. - Sherbrooke S. 63-83 No shocking result in a game when third ranked Suns (5-2) crushed 7th ranked Hume City Broncos (1-6) in Tullamarine 83-63 on Sunday. Suns dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Hume City Broncos' 26. They outrebounded Hume City Broncos 57-36 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Hume City Broncos' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Suns made 13 blocks. New Zealand forward Alicia Carline (190-1993, college: Portland St.) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points, 20 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 blocks (made all of her seven free throws) to lead the effort and Tenaya Sooalo supported her with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Even a double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds by Chrisoula Triantafyllopoulos did not help to save the game for Hume City Broncos. Paige Tawaf added 15 points for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Suns have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 5-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with SW Metro P. and Southern T. Hume City Broncos lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Ballarat R.. Suns will meet Camberwell (#5) in the next round. Hume City Broncos will play against Warriors and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sherbrooke S.: A.Carline 29+20reb+5ast, P.Poole 13+2reb+1ast, S.Tenaya 10+5reb+8ast, P.Stephanie 8+7reb+4ast, G.Moxey 8+7reb+4ast, P.Whelan 5+3reb+5ast Hume City B.: P.Tawaf 15+3reb+1ast, T.Chrisoula 13+11reb+2ast, K.Georgia 9+3reb+2ast, A.McKellar 8+3reb+1ast, K.Jayde 7+2reb+1ast, K.Lee 6+4reb+2ast Pakenham W. - Sunbury J. 100-63 The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked Jets' (0-7) road loss to seventh ranked Warriors (2-5) 63-100 on Sunday. Warriors dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Jets' 22. They outrebounded Jets 47-17 including a 36-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Warriors especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.6 percentage. Ebony Sans notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and Canadian guard Haille Nickerson (170, college: Memorial) supported her with 18 points and 8 rebounds. Five Warriors players scored in double figures. Even 15 points and 7 rebounds by forward Bianca Babic (183-1994, college: Murray St.) did not help to save the game for Jets. Darcy Saunders added 9 points and 5 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. Warriors moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Melbourne T. and Kilsyth LC. Loser Jets still closes the standings with seven games lost. They share the position with Eastern M. and C.Districts L.. Warriors will meet at home league's leader Devils in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Jets will play against the league's second-placed Boomers (#2) in Bulleen and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Pakenham W.: S.Ebony 20+10reb+1ast, H.Nickerson 18+8reb+1ast, M.Prior 16+3reb+1ast, L.Hayley 10+10reb, S.Romanowski 10+2reb+6ast, S.Chelsea 8+2reb Sunbury J.: B.Babic 15+7reb+1ast, C.Adrienne 9+3ast, D.Saunders 9+5reb+1ast, H.Chloe 8+1reb+3ast, I.Andersson 6+1ast, H.Abby 5 Sherbrooke S. - Sunbury J. 83-62 Very predictable result when third ranked Suns (5-2) rolled over bottom-ranked Jets (0-7) in Upwey 83-62 on Saturday. Suns dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Jets' 32 and made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Jets 59-30 including a 20-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Suns made 7 blocks. New Zealand forward Alicia Carline (190-1993, college: Portland St.) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 19 rebounds and 6 blocks to lead the effort and American Porsche Poole (175-1989, college: Michigan St.) supported her with 17 points. Poole is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Suns players scored in double figures. Even 23 points and 4 assists by Swedish guard Ida Andersson (173-1996, college: Barry) did not help to save the game for Jets. Greek center Dimitra Gkizani (190-2000, college: RWC) added 11 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Jets' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Suns have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 5-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with SW Metro P. and Southern T. Loser Jets still closes the standings with seven games lost. They share the position with Eastern M. and C.Districts L.. Suns will meet Camberwell (#5) in the next round. Jets will play against the league's second-placed Boomers in Bulleen and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Sherbrooke S.: A.Carline 21+19reb+3ast, P.Poole 17+4reb+3ast, P.Stephanie 13+10reb+1ast, S.Tenaya 13+5reb+3ast, G.Moxey 11+9reb, R.Mawdsley 6+6reb+2ast Sunbury J.: I.Andersson 23+3reb+4ast, D.Gkizani 11+11reb, H.Chloe 9+3reb+3ast, D.Saunders 8+7reb+1ast, H.Abby 6+3reb, C.Emily 3+1reb+3ast Group NBL1 CentralC.Districts L. - Sturt S. 68-120Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Lions (0-7) were outscored by top-ranked Sabres (7-0) in Gawler 120-68 on Saturday. Sabres dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Lions' 44. Sabres forced 26 Lions turnovers and outrebounded them 47-21 including a 16-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Lions' players. Canadian forward Mikayla Williams (183, college: USF) notched 22 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and power forward Tayla Brazel (182-2004) supported her with 20 points and 5 steals. Five Sabres players scored in double figures. Even 24 points and 7 rebounds by American center Imani Guy (193, college: Marian, IN, agency: Basket Promotion Agency) did not help to save the game for Lions. Forward Tiahna Sears (178, college: N.Alabama) added 18 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sabres have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 7-0 record, which they share with Bendigo LB and Joondalup W. Loser Lions still closes the standings with seven games lost. They share the position with Eastern M. and Sunbury J.. Sabres will meet at home Warriors (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lions will play against Bearcats in Woodville and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Sturt S.: M.Williams 22+9reb+5ast, B.Tayla 20+3reb+3ast, N.Mathews 14+2reb+1ast, P.Paige 12+6reb+1ast, R.Jasmine 11+3reb+1ast, L.Hodges 10+3reb+1ast C.Districts L.: I.Guy 24+7reb+1ast, T.Sears 18+8reb+2ast, J.De La Cerda 16+1reb+2ast, C.Madelyn 5+1reb+1ast, F.Renai 4+1reb+2ast, D.Sarah 1+2ast Eastern M. - W.Adelaide B. 67-83 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Bearcats (3-4) defeated bottom-ranked Mavericks (0-7) in Mt. Barker 83-67 on Saturday. Bearcats outrebounded Mavericks 55-29 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Guard Jasmin Fejo (177-2000) notched 29 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and Molly Coleman (188-2000, college: USC Upstate) supported her with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Even 25 points and 5 rebounds (made all of her nine free throws !!!) by American-Ugandan guard Jannon Otto (183-1997, college: UC Riverside) did not help to save the game for Mavericks. Power forward Olivia Bradley (183-2005) added 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for lost side. Mavericks' coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Bearcats moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Mavericks still closes the standings with seven games lost. They share the position with C.Districts L. and Sunbury J.. Bearcats will meet at home Lions (#9) in the next round. Mavericks will play against Rockets in Adelaide and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: W.Adelaide B.: J.Fejo 29+9reb+6ast, M.Coleman 16+11reb+1ast, A.Watkinson 9+1reb+2ast, A.Aquino 7+7reb, B.Heaft 6+3reb, B.Abby 5+8reb+3ast Eastern M.: J.Otto 25+5reb+2ast, B.Olivia 16+8reb+5ast, T.Levy 12+3reb+1ast, F.Stephanie 8+2reb+1ast, D.Chloe 4+4reb+1ast, M.Sophie 2+1reb+1ast Norwood F. - S.Adelaide P. 73-103 The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd ranked Flames' (4-3) home loss to second ranked Panthers (6-1) in Marden 73-103 on Saturday. Panthers made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Flames turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Forward Ashleigh Spencer (181-1992) notched 24 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Jade Johnson (175, college: SFC) supported her with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Panthers players scored in double figures. Even 25 points and 7 rebounds by Sharna Thompson did not help to save the game for Flames. Guard Alex Wilson (181-1994) added 8 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Panthers have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 6-1 record behind leader Wyndham D., which they share with Newcastle F. and BA CoE. Loser Flames dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Panthers will meet at home Tigers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Flames will play against Eagles in Goodwood and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: S.Adelaide P.: A.Spencer 24+7reb+3ast, S.Defrancesco 23+4reb, J.Johnson 16+9reb+4ast, L.Gibbons 13+3reb+1ast, H.Forbes 10+13reb+6ast, M.Bianca 8+1reb+3ast Norwood F.: S.Thompson 25+7reb+2ast, K.Sophie 20+3reb+1ast, A.Wilson 8+11reb+7ast, P.Mia 7, A.Akuen 5+6reb+3ast, J.Smith 3+2reb+1ast Southern T. - N.Adelaide R. 83-61 No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Tigers (5-2) crushed 6th ranked Rockets (3-4) in Morphett Vale 83-61 on Saturday. Tigers outrebounded Rockets 48-35 including a 40-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Mollie McKendrick (183-1993, college: Boston U.) notched a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and American forward Brittany Hernandez (185-1993, college: UCCS) supported her with 13 points and 16 rebounds. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by guard Brooke Basham (178-1997) did not help to save the game for Rockets. The former international guard Lauren Mansfield (170-1989, college: Iowa St.) added 10 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with SW Metro P. and Sherbrooke S. Loser Rockets dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Tigers will meet league's second-placed Panthers in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rockets will play against Mavericks and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Southern T.: M.McKendrick 36+13reb+5ast, M.Yaeger 14+2reb+1ast, B.Hernandez 13+16reb+2ast, B.Annelise 12+2reb+1ast, M.Martin 6+3reb+4ast, H.Margot 1+1reb N.Adelaide R.: B.Basham 18+5reb+1ast, L.Mansfield 10+8reb+2ast, Z.Lily 8+4reb+2ast, T.Bails 7+6reb+2ast, F.Jordyn 6+3reb, T.Corrigan 5+6reb Forestville E. - Woodville W. 71-74 There was an upset when one of their biggest challengers Eagles (4-3) were edged by eighth ranked Warriors (3-4) in Goodwood 74-71 on Saturday. Warriors dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 32. Warriors forced 22 Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 45-26 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Emily Winter notched 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and Canadian forward Nicole Fransson (188) supported her with 21 points and 14 rebounds. Warriors' coach used entire bench in such tough game. Even 18 points and 5 assists by Jessica Simons did not help to save the game for Eagles. Madison Freer added 14 points and 4 assists for lost side. Warriors moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Eagles keep the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Warriors will meet league's leader Sabres in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Eagles will play against Flames and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Woodville W.: W.Emily 23+9reb+5ast, F.Nicole 21+14reb+2ast, A.Naomi 11+6reb+3ast, K.Perkas 7+8reb+5ast, T.Calvert 5+1reb, W.Georgia 5+2reb+2ast Forestville E.: S.Jessica 18+3reb+5ast, F.Madison 14+4reb+4ast, C.Annetts 10+9reb+3ast, A.Brett 8+4reb+3ast, K.Brett 8+3reb, M.Alannah 8+1reb+7ast Group NBL1 EastManly Warr. SE - Sutherland S. 91-65Very predictable result when first ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (8-1) rolled over 6th ranked Sharks (5-4) in Narrabeen 91-65 on Saturday. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles made 25-of-29 free shots (86.2 percent) during the game. Strangely Sharks outrebounded Manly Warringah Sea Eagles 50-33 including a 22-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Felicity Henderson (180-2004) notched 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and guard Bree Delaney (178, college: Fresno St.) supported her with 16 points and 5 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws). Five Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 16 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of her eight free throws) by the former international guard Lauren Nicholson (183-1993, college: St.Mary's, CA) did not help to save the game for Sharks. Forward Madeleine Norris (188-1998) added 21 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-1 record. Loser Sharks dropped to the ninth place with four games lost. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will meet at home Lady Bandits (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sharks will play against Bruins in Condell Park and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Manly Warr. SE: B.Delaney 16+5reb+2ast, K.Hodge 16+1reb+2ast, H.Felicity 14+7reb+5ast, A.Henderson 12+5reb+2ast, A.Delaney 11+6reb+2ast, M.Zoey 9+3reb+3ast Sutherland S.: M.Norris 21+3reb+2ast, L.Nicholson 16+13reb+4ast, K.Hovatter 10+3reb, O.White 6+10reb, N.Gabriella 4+3reb, F.Aliza 4+2reb+2ast Albury LB - Penrith P. 86-68 Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Panthers (2-7) lost to ninth ranked Lady Bandits (5-3) in Albury 68-86 on Saturday. Lady Bandits shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 56.3 percentage. Elizabeth Murphy notched 28 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Emma Mahady (179-1992, college: California, PA) supported her with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Lady Bandits players scored in double figures. Lady Bandits' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points and 5 rebounds by forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) did not help to save the game for Panthers. Forward Chloe Williams (190-2005, college: Tulsa) added 15 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Lady Bandits moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Bankstown B. and Maitland M. Panthers lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with seven games lost. Lady Bandits will meet Spireds (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Panthers will play against Spireds and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Albury LB: M.Elizabeth 28+6reb+2ast, S.Mellington 15+4reb+1ast, A.Hannan 14+7reb, E.Mahady 12+6reb+8ast, W.Bridie 9+1reb+2ast, S.Georgie 3 Penrith P.: M.Jefferson 23+5reb, C.Williams 15+7reb+3ast, E.Matthews 13+7reb+3ast, F.Dominika 6+5reb+2ast, P.Tiana 6+3reb+1ast, P.Sienna 3+1reb+1ast Hornsby S. - Bankstown B. 60-91 Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Bruins (5-3) outplayed bottom-ranked Spireds (0-8) in Hornsby 91-60 on Saturday. Bruins dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Spireds' 20. Bruins forced 19 Spireds turnovers and outrebounded them 50-27 including a 35-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Spireds' players. American guard Violet Morrow (176-1997, college: EWU, agency: Interperformances) notched a double-double by scoring 30 points and 10 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws) to lead the effort and the other American import forward Britney Wright (178-1994, college: Alabama St., agency: Astute Sports Agency) supported her with 12 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Worth to mention Morrow played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Four Bruins players scored in double figures. Even 25 points and 5 rebounds by swingman Tylah Mundine (172-1999) did not help to save the game for Spireds. Center Keira Hudson (-2006) added 6 points and 7 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. Bruins have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Albury LB and Maitland M. Loser Spireds still closes the standings with eight games lost. Bruins will meet at home Sharks (#9) in the next round. Spireds will play against Lady Bandits (#8) and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Bankstown B.: V.Morrow 30+10reb+2ast, L.Rachael 13+2reb, B.Wright 12+11reb+4ast, D.Shalome 10+4reb+4ast, O.Azaleeah 6+9reb+2ast, M.Campbell 6+1reb Hornsby S.: T.Mundine 25+5reb, W.Mizuki 8+4reb+3ast, A.Poto 8+2reb+4ast, H.Keira 6+7reb+2ast, S.Cherry 6+4reb+1ast, D.Madeline 3+1reb Hills H. - Maitland M. 59-69 There was no surprise when 15th ranked Hills Hornets (1-8) lost to eighth ranked Mustangs (5-3) in Baulkham Hills 59-69 on Saturday. Mustangs shot 18 for 24 from the free-throw line, while Hills Hornets only scored two points from the stripe. They outrebounded Hills Hornets 45-34 including 32 on the defensive glass. American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals (made all of her seven free throws) to lead the effort and forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) supported her with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Even a double-double of 10 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists by guard Cassandra Pentney (169-1994) did not help to save the game for Hills Hornets. Kelsey Curtin added 16 points for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mustangs have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Albury LB and Bankstown B. Hills Hornets lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with eight games lost. Mustangs will meet at home league's second-placed BA CoE in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hills Hornets will play against Hawks (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Maitland M.: S.Hunter 21+11reb+4ast, R.Shakera 19+8reb+3ast, W.Mila 11+9reb, H.Fox 7+6reb+2ast, W.Rachel 5+4reb+7ast, R.Gallego 3+5reb+1ast Hills H.: C.Kelsey 16+1reb+3ast, Y.Rhiannon 10+7reb+2ast, P.Cassandra 10+10reb+4ast, S.Britnee 8+4reb+1ast, A.Kolodziej 8+5reb, C.Taylah 5+3reb+2ast Inner WB - Cent.Coast C. 73-66 There was a small surprise when twelfth ranked Bulls (3-6) beat at home 10th ranked Crusaders (4-5) 73-66 on Saturday. Bulls forced 19 Crusaders turnovers. Swingman Mikaela Dombkins (181-1986) notched a double-double by scoring 26 points and 18 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international point guard Leilani Mitchell (165-1985, college: Utah) supported her with 25 points and 9 assists (made all of her eight free throws). Even a double-double of 11 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists by swingman Sara Matthews (174-2002) did not help to save the game for Crusaders. Center Nicole Hutchins (193, college: New Orleans) added 15 points and 13 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for lost side. Four Crusaders players scored in double figures. Bulls maintains twelfth position with 3-6 record. Crusaders lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with five games lost. Bulls will meet higher ranked Falcons (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Crusaders will play against the league's second-placed BA CoE (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Inner WB: M.Dombkins 26+18reb+2ast, L.Mitchell 25+2reb+9ast, M.Peric 12+7reb+2ast, O.Abby 7+6reb+1ast, Y.Jade 2+5reb+3ast, Y.Shiho 1+3reb+2ast Cent.Coast C.: J.Wittwer 18+5reb+1ast, N.Hutchins 15+13reb, M.Sara 11+14reb+5ast, J.Forcadilla 10+4reb+5ast, M.Penn 8+2reb+2ast, M.Miller 4+7reb+2ast Norths B. - Illawarra H. 114-56 Very expected game when 14th ranked Hawks (1-7) were smashed by fifth ranked North Bears (6-2) in Crows Nest 114-56 on Saturday. North Bears dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 28 and made 28-of-36 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game, while Hawks only scored ten points from the stripe. North Bears forced 20 Hawks turnovers and outrebounded them 50-30 including a 35-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Hawks' players. Guard Kate Seebohm (170-1991, college: California, PA) notched 12 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and swingman Emily Simons (178-1994, college: Pacific) supported her with 19 points and 5 rebounds. Five North Bears players scored in double figures. North Bears' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 10 points and 7 assists by guard Ella Dent (170-2002) did not help to save the game for Hawks. Georgia Chrystal Foy (-2003) added 10 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. North Bears have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sydney C. Loser Hawks keep the fourteenth position with seven games lost. North Bears will meet at home Nationals (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hawks will play against Hills Hornets in Baulkham Hills and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Norths B.: E.Simons 19+5reb+2ast, P.Carla 17+4reb+5ast, M.O'Hehir 16+5reb+3ast, W.Holly 15+5reb, K.Seebohm 12+7reb+9ast, S.Schicher 12+9reb+3ast Illawarra H.: F.Georgia Chrystal 10+8reb+1ast, R.Abel 10+3reb+4ast, D.Ella 10+3reb+7ast, E.Petre 8+8reb+1ast, H.Chelsea 7+3reb+3ast, M.Kirby 5+2reb+1ast Newcastle F. - Sydney C. 86-70 There was a small surprise when fifth ranked Falcons (6-1) won against 3rd ranked Comets (6-2) in Newcastle 86-70 on Saturday. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Swingman Abigail Curtin (185-1997, college: Denver) notched 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) supported her with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Five Falcons players scored in double figures. Falcons' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by the former international point guard Shyla Heal (167-2001, agency: LBM Management) did not help to save the game for Comets. Power forward Jada Crawshaw (184-2004) added 19 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Falcons moved-up to second place, which they share with S.Adelaide P. and BA CoE. Loser Comets dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Norths B.. Falcons will meet at home Bulls (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Comets will play against Crusaders (#10) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Newcastle F.: A.Curtin 20+9reb+4ast, K.Kate 16+2reb+2ast, M.Gray 15+3reb+2ast, N.Munger 13+5reb+3ast, F.Emily 12+6reb, A.Ebzery 4+6reb+2ast Sydney C.: S.Heal 28+6reb+4ast, C.Jada 19+12reb, V.Panousis 16+1reb+1ast, D.Toleafoa 4+2reb, O.Alexandria 2+5reb, M.Cantellano 1 Group NBL1 NorthLogan T. - RedCity R. 98-67Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Roar (0-6) was outscored by tenth ranked Thunder (3-3) in Loganholme 98-67 on Friday. Thunder shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 53.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Roar's players. Mikhaela Cann notched 27 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the effort and New Zealand forward Ashley Taia (182-1994, college: Indiana St.) supported her with 25 points. Five Thunder players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) by center Caitlin Cunningham (192-1986) did not help to save the game for Roar. Guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) added 14 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Thunder moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Roar still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Casey C.. Thunder will meet Rip City (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Roar will play against the league's leader Wizards (#1) in Taigum and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Logan T.: C.Mikhaela 27+7reb+8ast, A.Taia 25+4reb+2ast, A.Mackenzie 11+5reb+3ast, C.Paalvast 10+7reb+5ast, O.Isaac 10+5reb+3ast, H.Alleah 10+3reb RedCity R.: C.Cunningham 18+9reb+3ast, R.Lilly 14+3reb+2ast, S.Qaizden 11+6reb, M.Skye 9+5reb, A.Myka-Jean 5+3reb+2ast, C.Jaylen 4+2ast Cairns D. - Darwin S. 69-92 Everything went according to plan when top-ranked Salties (5-0) outplayed 7th ranked Dolphins (3-4) in Cairns 92-69 on Friday. Salties forced 19 Dolphins turnovers. American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) notched a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and forward Catherine MacGregor (181-2002) supported her with 25 points and 5 rebounds. Five Salties players scored in double figures. Even 21 points and 5 rebounds by forward Shaneice Swain (175-2003) did not help to save the game for Dolphins. Swingman Taylor Mole (188, college: UCSB) added 17 points and 7 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. Salties have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Loser Dolphins dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Salties will meet at home Capitals (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Dolphins will play against Brisbane Spartans and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Darwin S.: C.MacGregor 25+5reb+1ast, C.Brook 14+7reb+2ast, E.Bollmann 14+12reb+9ast, R.Porter 12+1reb+1ast, B.Jessica 11, S.Rees 8+1reb+1ast Cairns D.: S.Shaneice 21+5reb+1ast, T.Mole 17+7reb+2ast, P.Davidson 12+8reb, L.Williams 7+4reb, B.Teyahna 7+1reb+4ast, F.Andrianna 3+1reb Rockhampton C. - SW Metro P. 48-51 A very close game took place in Rockhampton between Pirates and Cyclones. Second ranked Pirates (5-2) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd ranked Cyclones (4-2). Pirates managed to escape with a 3-point win 51-48 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Cyclones. American Leah Scott (183-1993, college: Marshall) notched a double-double by scoring 11 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and guard Courtenay Wragg (-1990) supported her with 15 points and 9 rebounds. Even a double-double of 16 points and 16 rebounds by American center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) did not help to save the game for Cyclones. Center Lara McSpadden (193-1999) added 14 points and 16 rebounds for lost side. Pirates have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Pirates went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with Southern T. and Sherbrooke S. Loser Cyclones dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. Pirates will meet at home Force (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cyclones will play against Rollers (#8) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: SW Metro P.: C.Wragg 15+9reb+3ast, T.Lulu 12+3reb+1ast, L.Scott 11+13reb+6ast, F.Alana 5+4reb+2ast, H.Young 5+7reb+1ast, K.Page 3+1reb Rockhampton C.: S.Bowman 16+16reb+1ast, L.Heard 16+5reb+5ast, L.McSpadden 14+16reb, T.Wakelin-Gray 2+6reb, G.Kate 0, R.Tori 0+3reb+1ast Brisbane C. - SC Phoenix 97-65 There was no surprise when 15th ranked Sunshine CP (1-5) was outleveled by fourth ranked Capitals (5-1) in Brisbane 97-65 on Saturday. Capitals made 28-of-37 free shots (75.7 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Sunshine CP turnovers and outrebounded them 36-24 including 25 on the defensive glass. Capitals looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American forward Mia Loyd (181-1994, college: N.Dakota) notched a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and guard Courtney Middap (178-1997, college: Hawaii) supported her with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Capitals players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 4 assists by New Zealand guard Kendell Heremaia (175-1999, college: Fordham) did not help to save the game for Sunshine CP. Swingman Amy Browne (178-1990) added 13 points and 4 assists for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Capitals have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Sunshine CP lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Capitals will meet league's second-placed Salties in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sunshine CP will have a break next round. Top scorers: Brisbane C.: M.Loyd 23+10reb+6ast, A.Cubillo 20+2reb+4ast, C.Middap 18+5reb+9ast, S.Collins 13+3reb+3ast, T.King-Paul 7+3reb+1ast, L.Sarra 6+2reb SC Phoenix: K.Heremaia 18+3reb+4ast, A.Browne 13+2reb+4ast, H.Nicola 11+1reb+2ast, C.Reed 6+2reb+4ast, C.Lockwood 6+1reb, C.Chloe 5+2reb NGC Seahawks - Logan T. 62-63 No shocking result in a game when tenth ranked Thunder (3-3) edged 13th ranked Seahawks (1-4) in Runaway Bay 63-62 on Saturday. Mikhaela Cann notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and New Zealand forward Ashley Taia (182-1994, college: Indiana St.) supported her with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Even 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by American forward Bionca Dunham (188, college: Louisville) did not help to save the game for Seahawks. Forward Bride Kennedy-Hopoate (185-1997, college: N.Mexico) added 11 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Thunder moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Seahawks dropped to the fourteenth position with four games lost. Thunder will meet Rip City (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Seahawks will play against Force in Booval and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Logan T.: C.Mikhaela 21+12reb+5ast, A.Taia 16+9reb+2ast, H.Alleah 15+5reb+2ast, C.Paalvast 7+5reb+4ast, O.Isaac 4+10reb+3ast, H.Haven 0 NGC Seahawks: B.Dunham 12+7reb+5ast, R.Carly 11+5reb+1ast, B.Kennedy-Hopoate 11+12reb, M.Watkinson 10+1ast, E.Gandini 8+5reb+5ast, E.Riley 5+7reb+4ast Northside W. - USC Rip 78-61 Very expected game when 9th ranked Rip City (2-3) lost to top-ranked Wizards (6-0) in Taigum 61-78 on Saturday. Wizards looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) notched 22 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the effort and Amanda Johnson supported her with 22 points and 8 rebounds. Four Wizards players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 23 points and 10 rebounds by Carlie Smith did not help to save the game for Rip City. American guard NDea Flye (173-1998, college: Rocky Mountain) added 12 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals for lost side. Wizards have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record, which they share with Waverley F. Loser Rip City dropped to the eleventh place with three games lost. They share the position with Geelong LS and Ipswich F.. Wizards will meet at home Roar (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Rip City will play against Thunder (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Northside W.: J.Amanda 22+8reb+2ast, C.Woods 22+9reb+8ast, N.Payne 14+7reb+3ast, O.Alice 11+3reb, D.Lil 4+3reb+5ast, G.Dale 3+2reb+2ast USC Rip: C.Smith 23+10reb+1ast, N.Flye 12+9reb+4ast, M.Mullings 10+10reb, S.Bairstow 8+4reb+5ast, F.Esther 3, L.Ups 3+1reb Townsville F. - Darwin S. 63-66 Very predictable result when top-ranked Salties (5-0) edged 8th ranked Flames (3-5) in Townsville 66-63 on Saturday. Salties outrebounded Flames 45-29 including a 38-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) notched 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and forward Chelsea Brook (188-1998) supported her with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Five Salties players scored in double figures. Salties' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even a double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds by forward Majella Carey (180) did not help to save the game for Flames. Guard Stephanie Reid (168-1996, college: Buffalo) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for lost side. Salties have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Loser Flames dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with Canberra N.. Salties will meet at home Capitals (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Flames will play against Brisbane Spartans (#7) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Darwin S.: E.Bollmann 16+9reb+7ast, C.Brook 16+10reb+1ast, C.MacGregor 11+2reb+3ast, T.Nisbet 10+13reb+2ast, R.Porter 10+7reb+2ast, B.Jessica 2 Townsville F.: M.Carey 19+10reb+1ast, S.Reid 14+7reb+6ast, B.Indiah 12+2reb+1ast, K.Gaze 8+4reb+3ast, H.Carey 8+2reb, R.Grace 2+2reb RedCity R. - Ipswich F. 69-92 Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Roar (0-6) was outscored by twelfth ranked Force (2-3) in Brisbane 92-69 on Saturday. Force made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American guard Alison Gorrell (178-1993, college: FAU) notched a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the effort and the former international center Meg Essex (190-1996) supported her with 20 points and 4 assists. Four Force players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 24 points and 12 rebounds by center Caitlin Cunningham (192-1986) did not help to save the game for Roar. Guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) added 14 points and 7 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. Force moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Geelong LS and USC Rip. Loser Roar still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Casey C.. Force will meet higher ranked Pirates (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Roar will play against the league's leader Wizards (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Ipswich F.: M.Essex 20+4reb+4ast, A.Gorrell 16+12reb+10ast, M.Blazejewski 15+6reb+3ast, R.Georgia 12+3reb+4ast, J.Howe 9+2reb+1ast, G.George 9+8reb+1ast RedCity R.: C.Cunningham 24+12reb+1ast, R.Lilly 14+7reb+3ast, P.Shorna 12+6reb+2ast, A.Myka-Jean 6+7reb+1ast, C.Jaylen 6+1reb+3ast, M.Skye 3+3reb SD Spartans - Gold Coast R. 86-80 There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Brisbane Spartans (3-3) defeated at home higher ranked Rollers (3-3) 86-80 on Saturday. Guard Madelyn Allen (178-1994) notched 23 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and New Zealand swingman Natalie Taylor (183-1982, college: SEMO) supported her with 21 points. Four Brisbane Spartans players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 29 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists by American guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) did not help to save the game for Rollers. Her fellow American import forward Cate Reese (188, college: Arizona) added 20 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Brisbane Spartans moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams including defeated Rollers. Brisbane Spartans will meet Dolphins (#9) in the next round. Rollers will play against Cyclones in Rockhampton and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: SD Spartans: A.Madelyn 23+7reb+3ast, N.Taylor 21+4reb, E.Gustavsson 13+5reb+2ast, K.Leger-Walker 11+7reb+3ast, J.McDowell-White 8+7reb+5ast, A.Karaitiana 6+6reb+2ast Gold Coast R.: A.Moorer 29+16reb+5ast, C.Reese 20+8reb, R.Evans 15+4reb+2ast, J.Hooper 8+2reb, B.Moyes 3+2reb+1ast, S.Woods 3+3reb+6ast Mackay M. - SW Metro P. 71-55 There was an upset when much higher ranked Pirates (5-2) lost to fourteenth ranked Meteorettes (2-4) in Mackay 55-71 on Saturday. Meteorettes forced 19 Pirates turnovers. Denesha Bobongie notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and American guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) supported her with 18 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. Meteorettes' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 20 points and 9 rebounds by American Leah Scott (183-1993, college: Marshall) did not help to save the game for Pirates. Guard Hannah Young (188-1993, college: Virginia Tech) added 11 points and 14 rebounds for lost side. Meteorettes moved-up to ninth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Pirates dropped to the third position with two games lost. They share it with Southern T. and Sherbrooke S.. Meteorettes will meet at home higher ranked Rollers (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pirates will play against Force (#11) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Mackay M.: D.Dale 18+6reb+4ast, B.Denesha 18+15reb+4ast, M.Macdonald 11+2reb, E.Collins 6+8reb+2ast, C.Virgo 6+1reb+2ast, B.Charli 5+5reb+1ast SW Metro P.: L.Scott 20+9reb+2ast, T.Lulu 14+2reb+1ast, H.Young 11+14reb+3ast, C.Wragg 8+4reb+1ast, F.Alana 2+2ast, E.Lillyanna 0 Group NBL1 SouthHobart C. - Melbourne T. 82-51There was a small surprise when seventeenth ranked Chargers (2-4) crushed 15th ranked Tigers (2-5) in Hobart 82-51 on Friday. American forward Kayla Steindl (190-1989, college: Gonzaga) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort and the other American import guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) supported her with 17 points and 7 assists. Chargers' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points by swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: St.Mary's, CA) did not help to save the game for Tigers. Forward Nikki Metcalfe (188, college: UALR) added 12 points for lost side. Chargers moved-up to ninth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Tigers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC and Pakenham W.. Chargers will meet Spectres (#10) in the next round. Tigers will play against Mount Gambier Pioneers (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hobart C.: K.Steindl 25+11reb+2ast, P.Bradley 17+3reb+7ast, S.O'Neill 11+2reb, A.Vintsilaiou 9+4reb+6ast, L.Mills 8+10reb+1ast, A.Jasmine 4 Melbourne T.: S.Simons 16+3reb+2ast, N.Metcalfe 12+4reb, H.Tylah 10+1reb+2ast, M.Peterson 5+7reb+1ast, C.Lily 4+3reb+3ast, B.Ridlen 2+1reb Geelong LS - Frankston B. 68-81 Rather expected game when 9th ranked Geelong Supercats (2-3) lost at home to seventh ranked Frankston Blues (4-3) 81-68 on Saturday. Frankston Blues forced 19 Geelong Supercats turnovers. Strangely Geelong Supercats outrebounded Frankston Blues 51-37 including 20 on the offensive glass. Forward Chloe Bibby (185-1998, college: Maryland) notched 33 points (!!!) to lead the effort and Chelsea Angelo supported her with 19 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. Frankston Blues' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 22 points and 25 rebounds by center Ella Tofaeono (190, college: Texas Tech) did not help to save the game for Geelong Supercats. Forward Eve Braslis (185-2000, college: Pepperdine) added 12 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Five Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. Frankston Blues have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Geelong Supercats dropped to the eleventh position with three games lost. They share it with Ipswich F. and USC Rip. Frankston Blues will meet at home Ballarat Rush (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Geelong Supercats will play against Diamond Valley Eagles (#8) in Greensborough and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Frankston B.: C.Bibby 33+4reb+3ast, A.Chelsea 19+3reb+6ast, E.Batish 12+3reb+4ast, L.Brown 6+15reb+1ast, M.Cocks 5+1reb+5ast, T.Jackson 4+3reb Geelong LS: E.Tofaeono 22+25reb, E.Braslis 12+11reb+1ast, J.Scannell 11+4reb+1ast, S.Elsworthy 11+3reb+4ast, M.Okoye 10+4reb+4ast, C.Georgia 2+2reb Sandringham S. - Eltham W. 79-56 Rather predictable result when thirteenth ranked Sabres (3-4) rolled over 16th ranked Wildcats (2-4) in Cheltenham 79-56 on Saturday. Naturalized Turkish guard Funda Nakkasoglu (173-1995, college: Florida) notched 22 points to lead the effort and American guard Brittany Smart (177-1985, college: Cedarville) supported her with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. Even 19 points and 6 rebounds by center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) did not help to save the game for Wildcats. Louise Forsyth added 16 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Sabres moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Wildcats lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Sabres will meet higher ranked Knox Raiders (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Wildcats will play against Rangers (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Sandringham S.: F.Nakkasoglu 22+3reb+1ast, K.Wischer 11+8reb+1ast, E.Simpson 11+5reb+3ast, B.Smart 11+6reb+4ast, G.Pineau 9+9reb+1ast, L.Burke 6+2reb Eltham W.: R.Pizzey 19+6reb, F.Louise 16+6reb, T.Wynne 8+4reb+3ast, H.Leidel 6+4reb+1ast, H.Munro 5+7reb, C.Armato 2+1reb+1ast Ballarat R. - Dandenong R. 37-76 Not a big story in a game when 18th ranked Ballarat Rush (1-6) was outscored by eighth ranked Rangers (4-3) in Wendouree 76-37 on Saturday. Rangers held Ballarat Rush to an opponent 22.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 42.4 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Ballarat Rush 47-35 including a 37-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rangers made 10 blocks. American power forward Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) notched a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) supported her with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Even 1 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists by the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) did not help to save the game for Ballarat Rush. Forward Molly Mathews (187-1995) added 11 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rangers moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Ballarat Rush lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. They share it with Hume City B.. Rangers will meet Wildcats (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ballarat Rush will play against Frankston Blues (#6) in Seaford and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Dandenong R.: S.Boothe 25+10reb+1ast, P.Nyadiew 21+10reb+3ast, E.Morgan 8+2ast, T.Georgia 5+4reb+1ast, G.Holly 5+5reb+1ast, W.Hannah 4+1reb Ballarat R.: M.Mathews 11+4reb+1ast, E.Karamovic 9+4reb, A.Jemma 6+2reb+1ast, S.Milly 4+7reb, C.Annie 4+2reb+2ast, K.Rinaldi 2+4reb+1ast Bendigo LB - Kilsyth LC 93-42 Everything went according to plan when top-ranked Lady Braves (7-0) outplayed 14th ranked Lady Cobras (2-5) in Bendigo 93-42 on Saturday. Lady Braves dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Lady Cobras' 32. Lady Braves forced 20 Lady Cobras turnovers and outrebounded them 48-35 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Meg Mccarthy notched 26 points and 7 rebounds (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and swingman Amy Atwell (183-1998, college: Hawaii) supported her with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Lady Braves' coach felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 10 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks by American forward Alexa Hart (190-1995, college: Ohio St.) did not help to save the game for Lady Cobras. Guard Isis Lopes (180, college: UTEP) added 10 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Lady Braves have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 7-0 record, which they share with Joondalup W. and Sturt S. Lady Cobras lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with five games lost. They share the position with Melbourne T. and Pakenham W.. Lady Braves will meet at home Chargers (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Lady Cobras will play against Thunder (#17) in Melbourne and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Bendigo LB: M.Meg 26+7reb, A.Atwell 19+7reb+2ast, C.McLean 12+6reb+5ast, K.Wilson 8+10reb+8ast, B.Poppy 8, C.Lavinia 6+2reb+1ast Kilsyth LC: I.Lopes 10+5reb+2ast, A.Hart 10+10reb+1ast, B.Georgia 9+5reb+1ast, B.Erin 7+3reb, J.Vandenberg 4+4reb+2ast, C.Bella 2+5reb+1ast Knox R. - Casey C. 81-65 There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Cavaliers (0-6) lost to fourth ranked Knox Raiders (5-1) in Wantirna South 65-81 on Saturday. Knox Raiders outrebounded Cavaliers 51-27 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) notched a double-double by scoring 26 points and 15 rebounds to lead the effort and power forward Kiera Rowe (183-1999) supported her with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Even 11 points and 8 rebounds by forward Esra McGoldrick (188-1999, college: NC State) did not help to save the game for Cavaliers. Guard Taylah Giliam (173-1999) added 12 points and 6 assists for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Knox Raiders have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Cavaliers still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with RedCity R.. Knox Raiders will meet at home Sabres (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cavaliers will play against Hawks (#3) in Heathmont and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Knox R.: A.Froling 26+15reb+2ast, K.Rowe 17+8reb+2ast, L.Santomaggio 12+5reb+4ast, B.Paige 11+5reb+4ast, E.Hesseldal 6+12reb+3ast, R.Quirk 4+1ast Casey C.: J.Beckley 15+4reb, S.Blicavs 12+4reb+2ast, T.Giliam 12+1reb+6ast, E.McGoldrick 11+8reb+2ast, R.Bell 7+7reb+3ast, M.Hedge 6+1ast Launceston T. - Melbourne T. 83-76 No shocking result in a game when eleventh ranked Tornadoes (3-3) beat 15th ranked Tigers (2-5) in Launceston 83-76 on Saturday. Tornadoes looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international forward Keely Froling (188-1996, college: SMU) notched a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and American guard Riley Lupfer (175, college: Boise St.) supported her with 12 points and 6 rebounds. Even 22 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) by Lily Carmody (-2005) did not help to save the game for Tigers. Swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: St.Mary's, CA) added 20 points for lost side. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Tornadoes moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Tigers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC and Pakenham W.. Tornadoes will meet league's second-placed Falcons in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Tigers will play against Mount Gambier Pioneers (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Launceston T.: K.Froling 38+10reb+3ast, R.Lupfer 12+6reb+2ast, C.Macey 11+1reb+4ast, K.Charli 8+2reb, O.West 7+4reb+3ast, S.Micah 5+2reb+8ast Melbourne T.: C.Lily 22+8reb+2ast, S.Simons 20+2reb+1ast, A.Francis 10+7reb+4ast, H.Tylah 10+4reb+1ast, N.Metcalfe 8+5reb+1ast, J.Odom 3+1reb+3ast Mt Gambier - Ringwood H. 77-87 There was a minor upset when much higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (5-1) lost to fifth ranked Hawks (5-1) in Mt Gambier 77-87 on Saturday. Hawks shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 53.3 percentage. Guard Ariel Jones (170) notched 27 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Shelby Britten (163-1997) supported her with 19 points and 12 assists. Even a double-double of 31 points and 14 rebounds by guard Miela Goodchild (178-2000, college: Duke) did not help to save the game for Mount Gambier Pioneers. American forward Haliegh Reinoehl (188-1998, college: Akron) added 16 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Hawks have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Mount Gambier Pioneers. Hawks will meet at home Cavaliers (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mount Gambier Pioneers will play against Tigers (#16) in Melbourne and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Ringwood H.: J.Ariel 27+6reb+1ast, S.Britten 19+3reb+12ast, M.Whittle 16+13reb+4ast, J.Trotto 14+5reb+2ast, D.Piper 6+7reb+1ast, H.Wynd 5+5reb Mt Gambier: M.Goodchild 31+14reb+2ast, H.Reinoehl 16+5reb+2ast, I.Brancatisano 12+8reb+1ast, S.Calleia 10+2reb+4ast, R.Imogen 6+9reb+3ast, H.Tenielle 2+2reb+1ast Diamond VE - Keilor T. 94-64 Very predictable result when eleventh ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (3-3) rolled over 17th ranked Thunder (1-5) in Greensborough 94-64 on Saturday. Diamond Valley Eagles made 24-of-26 free shots (92.3 percent) during the game. Diamond Valley Eagles outrebounded Thunder 49-36 including 35 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American power forward Jennie Rintala (188-1990, college: S.Dakota St.) notched 17 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Kara Tessari (174-1999) supported her with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. Even 23 points and 6 rebounds by guard Lana Hollingsworth (178, college: Santa Clara) did not help to save the game for Thunder. Meg Lucas added 10 points and 10 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. Diamond Valley Eagles moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Thunder lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Diamond Valley Eagles will meet at home Geelong Supercats (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Thunder will play against Lady Cobras and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Diamond VE: J.Rintala 17+8reb+2ast, K.Tessari 14+5reb+8ast, M.Andriuolo 13+10reb+2ast, B.Sophie 13+5reb, A.Day 13+5reb+1ast, D.Jade 12+2reb+3ast Keilor T.: L.Hollingsworth 23+6reb+1ast, B.Macey 10+6reb+2ast, L.Meg 10+10reb+1ast, G.Graham 8+2reb, M.Erinn 5+3reb+4ast, S.Jaz 4+3ast Eltham W. - Keilor T. 82-62 Everything could happen in Eltham at the game between two tied teams. Both sixteenth ranked Wildcats and 17th ranked Thunder had identical 1-4 record. This time Wildcats used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Melbourne 82-62 on Sunday night. Wildcats forced 25 Thunder turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) notched 25 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and swingman Hayley Munro (185-1988, college: Fresno St.) supported her with 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. Wildcats' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 22 points and 6 assists by guard Lana Hollingsworth (178, college: Santa Clara) did not help to save the game for Thunder. Macey Boyle added 14 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Wildcats (2-4) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Thunder lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Wildcats will meet at home higher ranked Rangers (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Thunder will play against Lady Cobras (#15) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Eltham W.: H.Leidel 25+8reb+5ast, T.Wynne 16+3reb+2ast, F.Louise 14+4reb+4ast, H.Munro 10+9reb+4ast, R.Pizzey 7+7reb+5ast, M.Ally 3 Keilor T.: L.Hollingsworth 22+3reb+6ast, B.Macey 14+8reb+2ast, L.Meg 12+5reb, S.Jelena 4+4reb+1ast, E.Kristjansdottir 3+7reb+2ast, S.Jaz 3+2reb+3ast Waverley F. - Nunawading S. 72-67 Everything went according to plan when top-ranked Falcons (6-0) defeated 8th ranked Spectres (3-3) in Mount Waverley 72-67 on Sunday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Spectres' 32. Falcons had a 28-15 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Rebecca Cole (178-1992) notched a double-double by scoring 23 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the effort and Maddi Utti supported her with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Falcons' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 29 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard Cassidy Mihalko (180-1995, college: CBU, agency: Elite Basketball Agents) did not help to save the game for Spectres. The former international guard Rachel Antoniadou (175-1996, college: FSU) added 10 points and 4 assists for lost side. Falcons have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Northside W. Loser Spectres dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Falcons will meet at home Tornadoes (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Spectres will play against Chargers and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Waverley F.: R.Cole 23+6reb+10ast, R.Mokrzycki 18+6reb, U.Maddi 17+8reb+2ast, C.Ernst 10+7reb+5ast, S.Locandro 2+4reb+1ast, S.Donald 2+3ast Nunawading S.: C.Mihalko 29+6reb+4ast, R.Brewster 13+3reb+2ast, R.Antoniadou 10+4reb+4ast, E.Pearce 7+3reb+1ast, D.Brookshire 6+5reb, S.Taylah 2+2ast Group NBL1 WestEast Perth E. - Joondalup W. 60-88There was no surprise when 8th ranked Eagles (2-4) were outleveled by top-ranked Wanneroo (7-0) in Morley 88-60 on Friday. Wanneroo dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 34. Wanneroo forced 22 Eagles turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Forward Teige Morrell notched 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 blocks to lead the effort and American guard Robbi Ryan (175-1997, college: Arizona St.) supported her with 29 points. Even 9 points and 9 rebounds by Canadian swingman Madison Torresin (183-1996, college: W.Chester) did not help to save the game for Eagles. New Zealand guard Tessa Morrison (173-1997, college: SNHU) added 12 points and 5 assists for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wanneroo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 7-0 record, which they share with Bendigo LB and Sturt S. Loser Eagles dropped to the ninth place with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Wanneroo will meet Cougars (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Eagles will play against the league's second-placed Tigers (#2) in Willetton and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Joondalup W.: R.Ryan 29+3reb+1ast, M.Teige 22+8reb+4ast, E.Klasztorny 12+7reb+5ast, N.Parker-Williams 9+9reb+2ast, T.Ucich 8+3ast, S.Amos 6+4reb+5ast East Perth E.: T.Morrison 12+4reb+5ast, T.Roberts 9+5reb+1ast, M.Torresin 9+9reb+3ast, M.Allen 8+7reb+4ast, A.Sarah 7+1reb+1ast, A.Ella 4+2reb Perth R. - Willetton T. 43-90 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Tigers (5-1) crushed 13th ranked Redbacks (1-5) in Northbridge 90-43 on Friday. Tigers held Redbacks to an opponent 23.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 40.3 percent accuracy of the winners and made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Tigers forced 25 Redbacks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Redbacks' players. The former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (182-1997, college: Wake Forest) notched a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds to lead the effort and swingman Desiree Kelley (175-1995) supported her with 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 7 points and 9 rebounds by American forward Ashli Payne (183-1995, college: EWU) did not help to save the game for Redbacks. Dajah Daniel added 9 points and 9 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. Tigers have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 5-1 record having just three points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with 5 other teams. Redbacks lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Tigers will meet at home Eagles (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Redbacks will play against Goldfields G. and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Willetton T.: A.Sharp 36+12reb+3ast, D.Kelley 20+12reb+4ast, M.Brcaninovic 16+4reb+4ast, F.Grace 8+3reb+5ast, C.Eva 3+2ast, J.Jakens 2+6reb+2ast Perth R.: D.Dajah 9+9reb, A.Payne 7+9reb+2ast, M.Pirini 7+4reb+2ast, H.Shenae 6+11reb, R.Rori 4+2reb, B.Malone 4+6reb Mandurah M. - Perth R. 80-86 There was an upset when higher ranked Magic (3-1) lost to thirteenth ranked Redbacks (1-5) in Mandurah 80-86 on Saturday. Redbacks made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Redbacks outrebounded Magic 39-24 including a 29-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Brooke Malone (185-2003, college: Idaho) notched a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds to lead the effort and Dajah Daniel supported her with 12 points and 5 rebounds. Even 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by American-American Samoan power forward Sarah Toeaina (185-1996, college: Hawaii) did not help to save the game for Magic. Guard Casey Mihovilovich (173-1982) added 20 points for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Redbacks left bottom position moving up to eleventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Magic dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. Redbacks will meet Goldfields G. (#11) in the next round. Magic will play against Flames (#7) in Rockingham and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Perth R.: B.Malone 23+13reb, D.Dajah 12+5reb+1ast, R.Motroni 9+1reb+1ast, M.Pirini 9+3reb+4ast, D.Ashworth 8+2reb+3ast, A.Payne 8+7reb+2ast Mandurah M.: S.Toeaina 27+8reb+4ast, C.Mihovilovich 20+2reb+3ast, S.Richards 11+3reb+1ast, K.Tudor 9+1reb+3ast, M.Sydney 4+1ast, R.Halleen 3+2reb+3ast Warwick S. - East Perth E. 87-46 There was a small surprise when tenth ranked Senators (2-2) rolled over 8th ranked Eagles (2-4) in Perth 87-46 on Saturday. Senators held Eagles to an opponent 21.9 percent shooting from the field compared to 45.2 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Eagles 56-38 including a 39-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Senators looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Eagles' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Senators made 8 blocks. Forward Mackenzie Clinch-Hoycard (191-1998, college: Hawaii) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Chloe Forster (176-2003) supported her with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Five Senators players scored in double figures. Even 9 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists by forward Maddison Allen (190-1993, college: Santa Clara) did not help to save the game for Eagles. Canadian swingman Madison Torresin (183-1996, college: W.Chester) added 9 points and 11 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. Senators moved-up to eighth place. Loser Eagles dropped to the ninth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Senators will meet higher ranked Suns (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Eagles will play against the league's second-placed Tigers having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Warwick S.: F.Chloe 17+6reb+8ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 16+14reb+3ast, N.Burton 11+11reb, N.Jorre 10+5reb+2ast, S.Barr 10+6reb+8ast, W.Kyana 9+1ast East Perth E.: A.Sarah 14+1reb+2ast, M.Torresin 9+11reb, M.Allen 9+9reb+4ast, T.Morrison 4+5reb+2ast, K.Aleka 4+1reb, P.Jordi 2+2reb Cockburn C. - Lakeside L. 83-56 Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Lightning (2-6) was outscored by top-ranked Cougars (4-0) in Hamilton Hill 83-56 on Saturday. Cougars outrebounded Lightning 50-37 including 19 on the offensive glass. Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) notched a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and guard Jewel Williams (168-2001) supported her with 17 points. Even 15 points and 9 rebounds by guard Caitlyn Jones (175-2001, college: Idaho) did not help to save the game for Lightning. American forward Laci Hawthorne (183-1999, college: Utah St.) added 17 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. 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. Cougars have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 4-0 record having 3 victories less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Lightning dropped to the tenth place with six games lost. Cougars will meet at home league's leader Wanneroo in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Lightning will play against Suns (#6) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Cockburn C.: S.Mortensen 27+14reb+2ast, J.Williams 17+4reb+3ast, S.Gorman 13+5reb+1ast, J.Edwards 11+10reb+2ast, P.Kinley 7+3reb+4ast, W.Kirsty 5+1reb+1ast Lakeside L.: L.Hawthorne 17+8reb, C.Jones 15+9reb+3ast, K.Smith 12+10reb, G.Jade 10+4reb+1ast, M.Tayah 2+1ast, T.Priestly 0+2ast Perry Lakes H. - SW Slammers 102-47 Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Hawks (4-3) outplayed bottom-ranked Slammers (0-5) in Floreat 102-47 on Saturday. Hawks dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 24. Hawks forced 45 Slammers turnovers and had a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Slammers' players. Forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and power forward Ashleigh Isenbarger (188-1997) supported her with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. Even 11 points by Alexis Donovan did not help to save the game for Slammers. Grace Adams added 10 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hawks moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with five games lost. Hawks will meet Eagles (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Slammers will play against Senators (#8) in Perth and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Perry Lakes H.: E.Clarke 18+11reb+4ast, A.Isenbarger 16+8reb+2ast, N.Gilday 15+3reb+3ast, M.Dennis 13+2reb+2ast, M.Millicent 10+1reb+3ast, G.Charlotte 10+1reb+2ast SW Slammers: C.Bree 13, D.Alexis 11+4reb+1ast, A.Grace 10+3reb+1ast, B.Jasmine 5+2reb+3ast, F.Javene 4+3reb+1ast, V.Lauren 4+8reb+1ast Rockingham F. - Goldfields G. 74-68 There was no surprise when 11th ranked Goldfields G. (1-5) lost to seventh ranked Flames (3-3) in Rockingham 68-74 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Flames made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They also forced 28 Goldfields G. turnovers. Guard Tayah Burrows (179-2001) notched 21 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and Opal Mader (-1997) supported her with 16 points. Four Flames players scored in double figures. Flames' coach Tom Knowles used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 19 points by Kiriana Hawaikirangi did not help to save the game for Goldfields G.. New Zealand point guard Olivia Berry (168-1996) added 15 points for lost side. Flames have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Goldfields G. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Flames will meet at home higher ranked Magic (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Goldfields G. will play against Redbacks (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rockingham F.: T.Burrows 21+9reb+7ast, O.Mader 16+4reb+1ast, C.Samuels 11+3reb+4ast, P.Marissa 10+3reb+2ast, H.Keely 5+2reb, L.Koop 5+4reb Goldfields G.: H.Kiriana 19+3reb, O.Berry 15+3reb+3ast, R.Turnour-McCarty 10+7reb+4ast, L.Tipene 6+7reb+1ast, A.Sidebottom 5+1reb+2ast, B.Aimee 4+6reb+2ast Joondalup W. - Goldfields G. 106-38 No shocking result in a game when top-ranked Wanneroo (7-0) crushed 11th ranked Goldfields G. (1-5) in Joondalup 106-38 on Sunday. Wanneroo held Goldfields G. to an opponent 23.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 56.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Wanneroo forced 24 Goldfields G. turnovers and outrebounded them 43-31 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Wanneroo looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Goldfields G.'s players. Neseya Parker-Williams (186-2001) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and American guard Robbi Ryan (175-1997, college: Arizona St.) supported her with 25 points and 6 assists. Five Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Even 14 points by power forward Ashlee Sidebottom (185-1996) did not help to save the game for Goldfields G.. Kiriana Hawaikirangi added 7 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. Wanneroo have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 7-0 record, which they share with Bendigo LB and Sturt S. Goldfields G. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Wanneroo will meet Cougars (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Goldfields G. will play against Redbacks (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Joondalup W.: R.Ryan 25+3reb+6ast, N.Parker-Williams 18+12reb+5ast, M.Teige 14+9reb+1ast, S.Amos 14+5reb+4ast, E.Klasztorny 13+5reb, I.Miotti 6+3reb+3ast Goldfields G.: A.Sidebottom 14+1reb+1ast, H.Kiriana 7+6reb+2ast, R.Kehoe 6+7reb+1ast, B.Aimee 5+7reb, L.Tipene 2+3reb, Z.Chloe 2+1reb |
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| Kortrijk Spurs land Emma Bell - by Peter Buyse |
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Kortrijk Spurs (Top Division Women) tabbed 22-year old 180cm forward Emma Bell for new season. Bell has played for the last four years at Phantoms Boom in the Top Division Women. In 21 games she averaged 6.2ppg, 2.5rpg and 1.1apg last season. She also played 2 games in Eurocup where she had 3.5ppg, 1.0rpg and 2.0apg. Bell represented Belgium at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her team got to the Semifinals and her stats at that event were 4 games: 1.5ppg. |
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| LBF Round 8: Sampaio beat Vera Cruz 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 between Top Four teams was played in Sampaio Basquete. Second ranked Sampaio faced 4th ranked Vera Cruz. Host Sampaio (7-1) defeated guests from Vera Cruz (3-5) 78-65. Sampaio looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Vera Cruz's players. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Taina Paixao (175-1991) who scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international swingman Patty Teixeira (175-1990) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Sampaio's coach Cristian Santander used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international swingman Carina Martins (175-1992) produced 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the guests. Sampaio have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 7-1 record behind leader Sesi/Arara. Vera Cruz at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Catanduva and LSB. Sampaio are looking forward to face Blumenau (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Vera Cruz will play against the league's leader Sesi/Arara. and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Another exciting game was between eighth ranked Ituano and higher ranked Catanduva where host Ituano (1-7) won against Catanduva (3-5) 72-68. Center Monique Pereira (190-1996) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists. Joice Rodrigues contributed with 20 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Center Barbara Bazilio (185-1991) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for Catanduva. Catanduva's coach Cesamar Fernandes rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Ituano maintains eighth position with 1-7 record. Catanduva at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Vera Cruz and LSB. Ituano will play against higher ranked Santo Andre (#3) at home in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Catanduva will play against LSB and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Undefeated leader Sesi/Arara. delivered the eighth consecutive victory on Monday night. This time they crushed 7th ranked Blumenau (2-6) 73-54. Worth to mention a quality performance of Aline Moura who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 5 rebounds. Leila Zabani responded with 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Undefeated Sesi/Arara. (8-0) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 8 victories in a row. Loser Blumenau keeps the seventh place with six games lost. Sesi/Arara. will meet Vera Cruz (#4) on the road in the next round. Blumenau will play against the league's second-placed Sampaio in Sampaio Basquete and hope to secure a win. In the last game of round 8 Santo Andre defeated LSB in a road game 69-53.
Sampaio - Vera Cruz 78-65 An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Sampaio Basquete. Second ranked Sampaio faced 4th ranked Vera Cruz. Host Sampaio (7-1) defeated guests from Vera Cruz (3-5) 78-65. Sampaio looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Vera Cruz's players. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Taina Paixao (175-1991) who scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international swingman Patty Teixeira (175-1990) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Sampaio's coach Cristian Santander used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international swingman Carina Martins (175-1992) produced 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international Izabella Sangalli (182-1995) added 12 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Sampaio and four Vera Cruz players scored in double figures. Sampaio have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 7-1 record behind leader Sesi/Arara. Vera Cruz at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Catanduva and LSB. Sampaio are looking forward to face Blumenau (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Vera Cruz will play against the league's leader Sesi/Arara. and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Top scorers: Vera Cruz: C.Martins 14+9reb+6ast, L.Rodrigues 14+8reb, I.Sangalli 12+12reb+2ast, C.Nathalia 10+1reb+1ast, B.Oliveira 8+6reb+2ast, P.Gabrielly 3+3reb Sampaio: P.Teixeira 16+6reb+2ast, T.Paixao 15+6reb+6ast, A.Goncalo 13+1reb+8ast, M.Queiroz 10+6reb+1ast, M.Jenyff 10+8reb+3ast, B.Brenda 6+2reb+2ast LSB - Santo Andre 53-69 There was no surprise when 5th ranked LSB (3-5) was defeated at home by third ranked Santo Andre (5-3) 69-53 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Vanessa Goncalves (185-1994) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds and the former international point guard Tassia Carcavalli (176-1992) who added 16 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Santo Andre players scored in double figures. International forward Thayna Silva (180-1996) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Mayara Crystina (174-1997) scored 10 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. LSB's coach Raphael Zaremba tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Santo Andre maintains third position with 5-3 record having just three points less than leader Sesi/Arara. LSB lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Catanduva and Vera Cruz. Santo Andre will meet bottom-ranked Ituano (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. LSB will play against Catanduva (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: LSB: T.Silva 16+7reb+2ast, B.Barros 11+7reb+1ast, M.Crystina 10+7reb+5ast, D.Silva Amanda 7+3reb+1ast, T.Reis 4+5reb+3ast, N.Luana 3+4reb Santo Andre: T.Carcavalli 16+7reb+1ast, V.Goncalves 16+13reb+3ast, L.Silva 12+4reb+6ast, R.Juliana 12+3reb+1ast, M.Evelyn 7+3reb, Y.Goncalves 6+7reb+4ast Ituano - Catanduva 72-68 Another exciting game was between eighth ranked Ituano and higher ranked Catanduva where host Ituano (1-7) won against Catanduva (3-5) 72-68. Ituano forced 19 Catanduva turnovers. Center Monique Pereira (190-1996) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international point guard Joice Rodrigues (174-1986) contributed with 20 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Center Barbara Bazilio (185-1991) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Thaissa Frediani (166-1989) added 16 points in the effort for Catanduva. Catanduva's coach Cesamar Fernandes rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Ituano maintains eighth position with 1-7 record. Catanduva at the other side keeps the fourth place with five games lost. They share the position with Vera Cruz and LSB. Ituano will play against higher ranked Santo Andre (#3) at home in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Catanduva will play against LSB and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Catanduva: B.Bazilio 18+11reb+4ast, T.Frediani 16+1reb+3ast, G.Justino 14+5reb, I.Casanova 8+3ast, N.Burian 7+7reb+6ast, T.Pacheco 5+9reb Ituano: J.Rodrigues 20+5reb+9ast, M.Pereira 19+18reb+5ast, L.Carneiro 9+1reb+1ast, P.Marcal 7+1reb+2ast, D.Oliveira Ana 7+1reb+2ast, M.Ferreira 4+2reb Blumenau - Sesi/Arara. 54-73 Undefeated leader Sesi/Arara. delivered the eighth consecutive victory on Monday night. This time they crushed 7th ranked Blumenau (2-6) 73-54. Sesi/Arara. made 18-of-19 free shots (94.7 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Blumenau turnovers. Strangely Blumenau outrebounded Sesi/Arara. 45-30 including 33 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international power forward Aline Moura (185-1997) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 5 rebounds and guard Maila Ciciardi (168-1993) who added 13 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The former international swingman Leila Zabani (181-1991) responded with 13 points and 5 rebounds and Leticia Lisboa (183-1993) scored 2 points and 15 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sesi/Arara. (8-0) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 8 victories in a row. Loser Blumenau keeps the seventh place with six games lost. Sesi/Arara. will meet Vera Cruz (#4) on the road in the next round. Blumenau will play against the league's second-placed Sampaio in Sampaio Basquete and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Blumenau: L.Zabani 13+5reb+1ast, L.Batista 10+3reb, M.De Almeida 9+2reb+1ast, P.Maria 7+4reb+2ast, M.Albiero 6+6reb+1ast, K.Firmino 5+7reb+1ast Sesi/Arara.: A.Moura 14+5reb+3ast, M.Ciciardi 13+5reb+2ast, V.Domingos 11+4reb+2ast, J.Morais 9+4reb+3ast, A.Beatriz 6+4reb+2ast, G.D'Arrigo 5+5ast |
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| Katalina Garcia claims Chilean LNF Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 28-year old center had a double-double of 18 points and fourteen rebounds, while her team outclassed Tomas L (#4, 2-1) with 41-point margin 85-44. Sergio Ceppi maintains the 2nd position in their group in Chilean LNF. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Sergio Ceppi already had a very good start winning all 3 without losing a single one. It was one of impressive evenings for Garcia as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Katalina Garcia averages just after three games 11.3ppg and 10.3rpg. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young international center Tatiana Gomez (192-C-1981) of second-ranked Alemana P.. Gomez impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 23 points and 10 rebounds. Of course she led Alemana P. to another comfortable win 86-72 over the lower-ranked Univ. Austral (#5, 1-2) being unquestionably team leader. Alemana P.'s second position in Zona D has not changed. 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. Gomez is one of the most experienced players at Alemana P. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.5ppg (#9). She also registered 10.0 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was international guard Yenicel Torres (171-SG-1999) of second-ranked Univ.Concepcion. Torres showcased her all-around game by recording 18 points, eleven rebounds (!!!) and five assists in the last round. She was a key player of Univ.Concepcion, leading her team to a 86-54 easy win against the lower-ranked Conce (#5, 1-2). Univ.Concepcion 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. Torres also has a very good start of the season with very strong stats. Torres has a great season in Chile. After only 2 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.5ppg (7th best) and assists with 5.5apg (7th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Darling Diaz (F-2000) of New Crusaders - 22 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Josefina Viafora (185-PF-1999) of Frontera - 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Millaray Torres (F-2005) of Infinito - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Paulina Henrriquez) of Brisas - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 8. Camila Peri (182-F/C-2000) of Puente Alto - 16 points, 17 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Melissa Rondinelli (184-F/C-1991) of Osorno - 27 points and 8 rebounds 10. Macarena Ruiz (PF-2003) of Infinito - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Starlites win women's championship after Game Four victory - by Eurobasket News |
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Another close battle took centre stage in game four of the 2023 women's championship series and once again, the game went right down to the wire. A late 10-0 rally was influential for Starlites FIJO to regain a late lead and close off the series at 3-1 and thus win the 2023 championship crown, four years after their initial success in 2019. The women's 2022/23 season thus came to a close with Starlites winning the highest-ranked honour to add to their earlier MBA Shield success. On the other hand, Caffe Moak Luxol, champions last year, had to hand over the crown and closed the season with three honours, namely the Super Cup, the Louis Borg Cup, and the Knock-Out crown. Starlites FIJO 57 Caffe Moak Luxol 49 Caffe Moak Luxol raced to an early 6-0 lead in the third minute setting off with a Gladiana Avila jumper followed by a close-range hoop from Josephine Diaby (double-double 18 points with 28% accuracy, 18 rebounds, two assists, two blocks) and then Anna Fenech (175-G/F-2006) Pace ending with a lay-up off a Starlites' turnover. Amelia Simmons (181-F-1987, college: WILMU) (43% accuracy with a double-double of 20 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 steals) opened Starlites' offensive account and the Naxxar side gradually started moving close to their opponents and a Stephanie Davies hoop made it 8-9, however further close-range buckets from Diaby and Anna Fenech helped Luxol to 13-10 first quarter lead. The Violets started off again on a high note in the second rubber as a brace of Diaby hoops put them 17-10 ahead, their maximum lead in the game. A late quarter 9-3 run brought the two finalists close again and even gave Starlites their first, albeit minimal, lead as a Michela Zammit Cordina (two of four three-point attempts) trey and hoops from Mikela Riolo and Christine Curmi (nine rebounds) not only neutralised the hoops at the other end, through Lisa Fenech Pace and Avila (double-double 14 points at 31% and 11 rebounds, four assists, three steals) but also closed the first half 26-25 in Starlites' favour. The third quarter was another very balanced affair, characterised by many turnovers at both ends. Sarah Fenech Pace (three rebounds, three steals) brought Luxol, momentarily to just a point away midway in the quarter yet the Naxxar side replied with two quick hoops from inside the zone from Amelia Simmons and Curmi for a 36-31 lead. Luxol were very much still in the game, and they hit their opponents with five points inside 40 seconds to bring the game to par. The same balance in points remained at the quarter-end buzzer as Amelia Simmons' jump shot was countered by a Mandy Mercieca (eight rebounds, two steals) hoop off an offensive rebound. With ten minutes to go, the teams were tied at 40-a-piece. The lead changed hands a couple of times in the first half of the final quarter. Luxol first had the upper hand through Mercieca and Sarah Fenech Pace, Naxxar replied through Stephanie De Martino (184-F-1993) and Riolo, only for the score to sway again in Luxol's favour 47-46 after a Sarah Fenech Pace bucket off a Cristina Sollami (174-C-1997) assist. Here, Starlites dented Luxol's hopes of forcing the deciding fifth game in the finals series when they netted a game-high 10-0 run in a very delicate and important moment of the game. Riolo (who was just an assist away from a triple-double with 12 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists) made a second three-ball after Amelia Simmons' offensive rebound. The latter then grabbed a jumper on the shot-clock buzzer and a trey from the corner with 72 seconds on the clock. Luxol's desperate attempts, so late in the game, did not achieve the desired outcome, and Demartino's free throws totally ascertained Starlites' third win in the series. At the end of the match, MAPFRE MSV Life Chief Business Development Officer, Michael Galea, accompanied by the MBA president Paul Sultana presented the championship medals as well as the Finals Series MVP award to Demartino. The latter Starlites' skipper also received the league trophy as the Starlites clan celebrated this 2023 championship success. Courtesy of: sportsdesk.com.mt |
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| Best players of Mexican LMBPF round 6 (Second Stage) - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 30-year old playmaker had the game-high 27 points adding eight rebounds and seven assists for Teporacas in her team's victory, helping them to outclass, Second Stage bottom-ranked team Quetzales (#3, 0-4) with 33-point margin 100-67. 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 4 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Ramirez had a remarkable six three-pointers out of 11 attempts. She just recently signed at Teporacas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Loyola Marymount University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Ramirez is league's best passer with 5.4apg. Ramirez is in league's top in and averages solid 41.1% from behind 3-point line. The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American forward Brittney Smith (190-F-1999) of Group second-ranked Racers. Smith impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 20 points and 17 rebounds. Bad luck as Racers lost that game 68-77 to Group 2's leader Mieleras (#1, 4-0). Racers managed to keep the same second spot in Group 2. Her team's 2-2 record is not bad at all. Smith is one of the most experienced players at Racers and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. The third best performed player last round was international center Frida Gonzalez (184-C-1992) of Group top-ranked Mieleras. Gonzalez scored 23 points and grabbed seven rebounds. She was a key player of Mieleras, leading her team to a 77-68 win against #2 ranked Racers in a game of the week. Mieleras started extremely well this Second Stage. They recorded 4 victories without losing a single game in Group 2. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez has a very solid season. In 16 games in Mexico she scored 10.7ppg. She also has 6.3rpg and FGP: 61.0%. Other top performing players last week: 4. Sandra Vargas (174-G/F-1997) of Teporacas - 17 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists 5. Clenia Noblet (190-C-1987) of Quetzales - 19 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists 6. Briahanna Jackson (168-G-1993) of Teporacas - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists 7. Brisa Silva (170-SG-1984) of Mieleras - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists 8. Ijeoma Uchendu (185-F-1992) of Mieleras - 19 points and 7 rebounds 9. Oyanaisy Gelis (172-SG-1983) of Mieleras - 8 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Jhoana Moran (157-PG-1993) of Racers - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Vladislava Rusu's triple-double brings ASEM first win in the Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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ASEM - GAGAUZIA 80-58 ASEM posted the first win in the Finals in Moldova. They overcame Gagauzia 80-58. ASEM grabbed a 17-5 lead at the start and led 15 points at the halftime. Moreover, ASEM won the third and the last stanzas to secure the victory. Maria Timbalari (185-C-2000) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Vladislava Rusu (175-SF-2004) had a triple-double of 15 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists. Iulia Curudimova (168-SF-2004) replied with 24 points in the losing effort. |
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| Herceg Novi lands Anastasija Begovic - by Zeljko Zule |
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ZKK Herceg Novi (Prva A) tabbed 18-year old Anastasija Begovic (172 cm) for the 2023-23 season. Begovic moved there from ZKK Podgorica. In 18 Prva A games she averaged 8.8ppg, 3.6rpg, 2.9apg and 1.2spg this season. She has played previously for Buducnost. Begovic played in the final of Montenegrin League in 2022. |
| NCAA1 |
| Lauren Ware transfers to Texas A&M University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Ware graduated Century High School (Bismarck, ND) in 2020. She represented USA at the FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup in Hungary two years ago. Her team won Gold and her stats at that event were 7 games: 5.9ppg, 4.9rpg, FGP: 56.7%, FT: 41.2%. Her team ended regular season as a second best place in Pac-2012 in 2021. Ware helped Arizona make it to the Pac-2012 Tournament Semifinals and NCAA Finals in 2021. |
| Agnes Emma-Nnopu commits to Texas Christian University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Emma-Nnopu played also at Geelong Lady Supercats in 2016-2017 and then at BA Centre of Excellence in 2018-2020. She represented Australia at the World Cup U19 in Bangkok (Thailand) four years ago. Her team won Silver and her stats at that event were 7 games: 6.1ppg, 7.4rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 30.3%, 3PT: 26.7%, FT: 78.6%. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team won Pac-2012 Regular Season Championship in 2021 and 2022. Her team also also won Pac-2012 Tournament in two consecutive years: 2021 and 2022. Cardinal made it to the Asian U18 Championship in Bangalore (India) in 2020. Her team won Asia-Basket.com All-Asian Championship U18 Second Team in 2018. |
| Casey Santoro commits to Florida Gulf Coast University - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Santoro's high school career she had spent at Bellevue (OH) High, which she graduated in 2020. |
| Endyia Rogers commits to Texas A&M University - by Eurobasket News | |||
She played also at University of Southern California in 2019-2021. Rogers' high school career she had spent at Bishop Lynch in Dallas, TX, which she graduated in 2019. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was named to All-Pac-2012 First Team in 2021. Rogers helped her team make it to the Pac-2012 Tournament Semifinals and she was also voted to All-Pac-2012 First Team in 2022. (via @raoul_000) |
| Lauren Ross commits to Michigan - by Eurobasket News | |||
Ross played also at Saint Joseph's University in 2019-2020. Ross' high school career she had spent at The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, PA, which she graduated in 2019. (via @raoul_000) |
| PORTUGAL |
| Regular Season coming to it's end on 2 Divisao - by Luis Rocha |
| Portuguese 2 Divisao it's coming to it's end. The last round will be held at the next weekend (6 and 7 of May). North A will certainly be won by CPN B team, on North B everything points to the victory of ASSSCC, but in South A and South B everything depends on the last game of each series. In South A Alges B team is the favorite because won it's away game against Belenenses by 9, but nothing will be certain untill the end of both teams confrontation at Alges B team home ground. In South B Basket Loures will play away after beat GDEMA Menres/Algueirao at home by 3 in the first round. Basket Loures can loose by 2 to achieve promotion, but GDEMA Menres/Algueirao playing at home can turn things on it's side and get trough. Tough weekend in the South... time to top players of each team Stephanie Ball (Basket Loures), Constanca Goncalves (170-PG-1999) (GDEMA Menres/Algueirao), Francisca Rosa (GDEMA Menres/Algueirao) and Joana Mendes (Alges B team) be able to shine and lead their teams to success. |
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| Eurobasket.com All-Slovakian Extraliga Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Anna Jurcenkova (196-C-1985) of Piestanske C.Player of the Year: Ke'Shunan James (184-F-1994) of Piestanske C.Guard of the Year: Timea Sujova (172-G-1984) of SamorinForward of the Year: Ke'Shunan James (184-F-1994) of Piestanske C.Center of the Year: Anna Jurcenkova (196-C-1985) of Piestanske C.Domestic Player of the Year: Anna Jurcenkova (196-C-1985) of Piestanske C.Bosman Player of the Year:  Gabriela Andelova (173-PG-1996) of Piestanske C.Import Player of the Year: Ke'Shunan James (184-F-1994) of Piestanske C.Defensive Player of the Year: Lucia Hadacova (185-PF-1995) of RuzomberokCoach of the Year: Peter Jankovic of Piestanske C.
First Team Timea Sujova (172-G-1984) of Samorin Lindsey Pulliam (178-G-1999) of Slavia BB Deijah Blanks (178-F) of Young Angels Ke'Shunan James (184-F-1994) of Piestanske C. Anna Jurcenkova (196-C-1985) of Piestanske C.
Second Team Gabriela Andelova (173-PG-1996) of Piestanske C. Alexandra Buknova (177-SG-1999) of Ruzomberok Lucia Kasperanova (175-SF-1998) of CBK Kosice Nofuente Ceejay (177-G-1993) of Slavia BB Simona Marcova (182-PF-1994) of Samorin
Honorable Mention Lucia Hadacova (185-PF-1995) of Ruzomberok Sona Svetlikova (184-C-1999) of Ruzomberok Natalia Tomajkova (188-C-2005) of CBK Kosice Dominika Drobna (183-PF-1998) of Poprad Emma Kmetoniova (179-PF-2003) of Poprad Eva Durjakova (188-C-1987) of BB UMB |
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| D1 Round 12: Al Wahda hand first defeat to Al Thawra - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. Al Thawra (7-1) recorded its first loss in Damascus on Monday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Al Wahda (5-2) 53-45. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Al Thawra. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Al Wahda moved-up to second place. Defending champion Al Thawra still keeps top position with one game lost. Important game to mention about took place in Tartus. Seventh ranked Al Sahel (3-6) saved a 3-point derby victory at home edging 4th ranked Barada (4-4) 61-58 on Sunday evening. Al Sahel moved-up to sixth place. Barada at the other side keeps the fourth position with four games lost.
Al Sahel - Barada 61-58 Important game to mention about took place in Tartus. Seventh ranked Al Sahel (3-6) saved a 3-point derby victory at home edging 4th ranked Barada (4-4) 61-58 on Sunday evening. Al Sahel moved-up to sixth place. Barada at the other side keeps the fourth position with four games lost. Al Thawra - Al Wahda 45-53 Al Thawra (7-1) recorded its first loss in Damascus on Monday night. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Al Wahda (5-2) 53-45. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Al Thawra. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Al Wahda moved-up to second place. Defending champion Al Thawra still keeps top position with one game lost. |
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| Liga Femenina Round 2: 25 de Agosto keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Coincidentally all hosts won their games. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management. 25 de Agosto defeated Urunday in Montevideo 58-43. 25 de Agosto dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Urunday's 16. 25 de Agosto forced 29 Urunday turnovers and had a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Sabrina Molina (179-1998) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and Argentinian guard Rocio Bereilh (165-2001) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. 25 de Agosto's coach Juan Loureiro used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. point guard Gabriela Piriz (158-1988) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Urunday will play next round against Yale trying to get back on the winning streak. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo - Yale. 25 de Agosto will try to continue on its current victory against Remeros in Mercedes. Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Montevideo: D.Sporting and Hebraica. D.Sporting won against visiting Hebraica 73-64. Guard Joaquina Gregorio (168-2001) notched 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and Carolina Curbelo supported her with 11 points and 12 rebounds. D.Sporting's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 18 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists by Argentinian Abril Ramirez (167-2000) did not help to save the game for Hebraica. D.Sporting will play against Juventud in Las Piedras in the next round where they are favorite. Hebraica's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Malvin. Malvin crushed at home Remeros by 20 points 71-51, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. The best player for the winners was Paula Fernandez who scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Valeria Barrett produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists for the guests. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Malvin's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Hebraica.
25 de Agosto - Urunday 58-43 25 de Agosto defeated Urunday in Montevideo 58-43. 25 de Agosto dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Urunday's 16. 25 de Agosto forced 29 Urunday turnovers and had a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Sabrina Molina (179-1998) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 17 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and Argentinian guard Rocio Bereilh (165-2001) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. 25 de Agosto's coach Juan Loureiro used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Gabriela Piriz (158-1988) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and forward Celeste Sosa (175-2001) scored 9 points and 7 rebounds. Urunday will play next round against Yale trying to get back on the winning streak. It will be a derby game for which supporters look forward to, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo - Yale. 25 de Agosto will try to continue on its current victory against Remeros in Mercedes. Top scorers: 25 de Agosto: M.Sabrina 15+17reb+1ast, R.Bereilh 14+5reb+3ast, D.Cartro 8+8reb+3ast, G.Sofia 7, A.Micaela 4+2reb+1ast, L.Ivanna 4+2reb Urunday: P.Gabriela 16+11reb+2ast, G.Fiorella 10+6reb, S.Celeste 9+7reb+1ast, G.Mariana 5+1reb+1ast, B.Florencia 3+4reb, R.Milagros 0 Malvin - Remeros 71-51 Malvin crushed at home Remeros by 20 points 71-51, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Malvin forced 28 Remeros turnovers. The best player for the winners was Paula Fernandez (178-2005) who scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Power forward Emilia Larre (184-2002) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Four Malvin players scored in double figures. Valeria Barrett (175-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Romina Giossa added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Malvin's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Montevideo to the arena Hebraica. Top scorers: Malvin: F.Paula 16+9reb+1ast, E.Larre 16+7reb+3ast, F.Carolina 13+3reb+5ast, F.Somma 11+5reb+2ast, P.Sofia 6+2reb, S.Bello 4+4reb+3ast Remeros: L.Julieta 11+3reb+2ast, G.Romina 11+6reb+1ast, V.Barrett 11+12reb+6ast, L.Paulina 8+6reb+1ast, O.Lucia 6+4reb, A.Mariana 3+1reb+1ast D.Sporting - Hebraica 73-64 Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Montevideo: D.Sporting and Hebraica. D.Sporting won against visiting Hebraica 73-64. D.Sporting forced 28 Hebraica turnovers. Guard Joaquina Gregorio (168-2001) notched 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and forward Carolina Curbelo (178-2002) supported her with 11 points and 12 rebounds. Four D.Sporting players scored in double figures. D.Sporting's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 18 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists by Argentinian Abril Ramirez (167-2000) did not help to save the game for Hebraica. Forward Martina Marino (170-2005) added 15 points and 9 rebounds for the guests. D.Sporting will play against Juventud in Las Piedras in the next round where they are favorite. Hebraica's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Montevideo Malvin. Top scorers: D.Sporting: G.Joaquina 22+8reb+5ast, N.Dolinsky 15+6reb+3ast, P.Niz 12+5reb+1ast, C.Carolina 11+12reb+3ast, C.Krystal 4+2reb+1ast, B.Antonia 3+4reb+1ast Hebraica: A.Ramirez 18+9reb+6ast, M.Martina 15+9reb, D.Romina 12+4reb+7ast, T.Melisa 9+11reb, T.Paula 7+5reb+1ast, M.Abril 2 |
| Molina number one in Uruguay Liga Femenina for round 1 - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Power forward Sabrina Molina (179-PF-1998) had an amazing evening in the last round for top-ranked 25 de Agosto, receiving a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 1. The 24-year old player had a double-double of 28 points and 32 rebounds, while her team edged out Yale (#8, 0-2), the league's bottom-ranked team 83-79. It allowed 25 de Agosto to take over top position in the Uruguayan Liga Femenina. The season is still on an early stage, but 25 de Agosto already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. Molina just recently signed at 25 de Agosto and just after two games she already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Sabrina Molina has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (4th best: 21.5ppg) and averages impressive 2.5bpg and 6.0spg. The second best player in last round's games was young Martina Marino (170-F-2005) of Hebraica. Marino had a very good evening with a double-double of 24 points and 11 rebounds. Of course she led Hebraica to another comfortable win outscoring Lagomar (0-2) 89-58. The season is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Marino is one of the most experienced players at Hebraica and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.5ppg (#5). She also registered 10.0 boards per game. Third on the list of top players last round was Argentinian Agustina Bazan (174-SF-2003) of Yale (#8). Bazan showcased her all-around game by recording 27 points, nine rebounds and four assists in the last round. Despite Bazan's great performance Yale lost 79-83 to 25 de Agosto (#1, 4-0). But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates. The season just started for Bazan as she played only first game. But it already looks like she can be team's leader. Other top performing players last week: 4. Camila Kirschenbaum (170-G-2002) of Aguada - 26 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Catalina Pereira (176-F/G-2004) of 25 de Agosto - 16 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists 6. Emilia Larre (184-F/C-2002) of Malvin - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 7. Florencia Spinelli (186-C-1994) of Juventud - 27 points and 6 rebounds 8. Florencia Somma (175-PF-1988) of Malvin - 12 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists 9. Noelia Pastrana (167-G-2004) of 25 de Agosto - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists 10. Ileana Duarte) of Malvin - 19 points, 2 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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