ACB Round 32: Real Madrid defeats UCAM Murcia in the closest game of the week - Apr 29, 2012
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There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in ACB. There was no lack of excitement in the last round games. The round ended with favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin.
Sixteenth-ranked UCAM Murcia (11-21) gave a tough game to second ranked Real Madrid (25-7) on Sunday. Real Madrid managed to secure only one-point victory 80-79. However their fans expected much easier game. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 20-15. But UCAM Murcia won second period 21-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded UCAM Murcia 38-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. 27 personal fouls committed by UCAM Murcia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of international point guard Sergio Llull (190-87) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and international forward Carlos Suarez (202-86, agency: Court Side) who added 11 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Real Madrid's coach Pablo Laso used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Australian forward David Barlow (205-83, college: Metro St.) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Real Madrid have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 25-7 record having just two points less than leader FCB Regal. UCAM Murcia lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the fifteenth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Blusens M.. Real Madrid are looking forward to face league's leader Regal FC Barcelona on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. UCAM Murcia will play against Assignia Manresa (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Important game to mention about took place in San Sebastian. Fifth ranked Gescrap BB (19-13) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 8th ranked Lagun Aro GBC (17-15) 77-76 on Sunday evening. The winners were led by Greek swingman Kostas Vasiliadis (200-84, agency: FCM) who scored that evening 20 points (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and Alex Mumbru supported him with 18 points. Gescrap BB's coach Fotis Katsikaris allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 28 points by American forward Andy Panko (204-77, college: Lebanon Valley, agency: Beo Basket) did not help to save the game for Lagun Aro GBC. Gescrap BB moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Valencia. Lagun Aro GBC at the other side keeps the eighth position with 15 games lost. Gescrap BB will play against Unicaja Malaga (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lagun Aro GBC will play against Cajasol (#6) in Sevilla and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Very important is a home loss of third ranked Caja Laboral (21-11) against eleventh ranked FIATC Joventut (15-17) on Sunday night. Host Caja Laboral was edged by FIATC Joventut in a tough game in Vitoria 66-68. The best player for the winners was Eulis Baez who scored 10 points. FIATC Joventut's coach Salvador Maldonado used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Mirza Teletovic produced 16 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. FIATC Joventut moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Unicaja and Assignia M. Loser Caja Laboral keeps the third position with 11 games lost. FIATC Joventut will meet at home higher ranked Meridiano Alicante (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Caja Laboral will play against Baloncesto Fuenlabrada (#14) in Madrid and hope to secure a win. Bottom-ranked Blancos de Rueda managed to get a eighth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak. This time they won against fifteenth-ranked Blusens Monbus in Valladolid 81-75. Curtis Borchardt orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Blusens Monbus' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Blancos de Rueda maintains eighteenth position with 8-24 record. Newly promoted Blusens Monbus keeps the fifteenth place with 21 games lost. Blancos de Rueda's next round opponent will be higher ranked Asefa Estudiantes (#17) in Madrid and it may be quite challenging game. ACB top team - Regal FC Barcelona (27-5) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed seventh ranked Meridiano Alicante (17-14) 83-57. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Meridiano Alicante. Worth to mention a quality performance of Chuck Eidson who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Regal FC Barcelona have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 27-5 record. Loser Meridiano Alicante keeps the seventh place with 14 games lost. Regal FC Barcelona will face league's second-placed Real Madrid at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Meridiano Alicante will play against FIATC Joventut (#11) in Badalona.
There were no shocking results in the other games in round 32: GC 2014 lost to Valencia on the opponent's court 62-77. Assignia M. managed to outperform Asefa Estudian. in a home game 78-75. Fuenlabrada recorded a loss to Unicaja on the road 79-65. CAI Zaragoza defeated Cajasol on its own court 65-59.
Very expected game when 13th ranked Gran Canaria 2014 (12-20) was defeated on the road by sixth ranked Valencia Basket (19-13) 77-62 on Sunday. The game without a history. Valencia Basket led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Valencia Basket forced 21 Gran Canaria 2014 turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of international power forward Victor Claver (207-88) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and Brazilian center Vitor Faverani (211-88) who added 14 points during the contest. Colombian power forward Juan Palacios (204-85) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and American-Azerbaijani forward Spencer Nelson (203-80, college: Utah St.) scored 8 points and 7 rebounds. Gran Canaria 2014's coach tested eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Valencia Basket moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Gescrap BB. Loser Gran Canaria 2014 keeps the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. Valencia Basket will face Blusens Monbus (#15) in Santoago de Comp in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Gran Canaria 2014 will play at home against CAI Zaragoza. Top scorers: Valencia: V.Claver 20+4reb+2ast, V.Faverani 14+4reb, N.De Colo 10+4ast, S.Lishchuk 8+3reb, B.Newley 7+4reb, S.Markovic 6+6reb+3ast GC 2014: J.Palacios 11+7reb+1ast, M.Bramos 10+3reb+1ast, T.Bellas 9+2reb+3ast, S.Nelson 8+7reb, S.Savane 8+3reb, X.Rey 5+3reb+2ast
Bottom-ranked Blancos de Rueda managed to get a eighth victory, breaking the three-game losing streak. This time they won against fifteenth-ranked Blusens Monbus in Valladolid 81-75. Blusens Monbus was ahead by 2 points at the halftime before a 45-37 second half run of Blancos de Rueda. They shot the lights out from three nailing 12 long-distance shots on high 63.2 percentage. American center Curtis Borchardt (211-80, college: Stanford, agency: Pro One Sports) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). point guard Ricardo Uriz (189-80) contributed with 13 points and 6 assists for the winners. Canadian-Irish forward Levon Kendall (209-84, college: Pittsburgh) replied with 17 points and 7 rebounds and Gabonese forward Stephane Lasme (203-82, college: Massachusetts) added 18 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Blusens Monbus. Blusens Monbus' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Blancos de Rueda maintains eighteenth position with 8-24 record. Newly promoted Blusens Monbus keeps the fifteenth place with 21 games lost. Blancos de Rueda's next round opponent will be higher ranked Asefa Estudiantes (#17) in Madrid and it may be quite challenging game. Top scorers: B.de Rueda V.: C.Borchardt 16+5reb+3ast, R.Uriz 13+1reb+6ast, N.Martin 11+2reb, I.Lopez 9+2ast, S.Udrih 9+4reb+2ast, D.Garcia 9 Blusens M.: S.Lasme 18+5reb, L.Kendall 17+7reb+1ast, J.Bulfoni 15+1reb, O.Junyent 9+6reb+2ast, A.Rodriguez 5+2reb+9ast, E.Ere 4+2reb+2ast
Very predictable result when tenth ranked Assignia Manresa (15-17) edged at home 17th ranked Asefa Estudiantes (9-22) 78-75 on Sunday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Asefa Estudiantes was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Assignia Manresa shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Justin Doellman (206-85, college: Xavier) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and Ukrainian swingman Sergii Gladyr (196-88) who added 19 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Center German Gabriel (207-80) responded with 16 points and 6 rebounds and British power forward Daniel Clark (210-88, agency: Interperformances) scored 18 points. Four Asefa Estudiantes players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Assignia Manresa maintains tenth position with 15-17 record, which they share with FIATC Joventut and Unicaja. Loser Asefa Estudiantes keeps the seventeenth place with 22 games lost. Assignia Manresa will face UCAM Murcia (#16) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Asefa Estudiantes will play against Blancos de Rueda in Valladolid and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Assignia M.: J.Doellman 22+4reb+2ast, S.Gladyr 19+6reb, A.Hanga 16+1reb, J.Asselin 6+3reb+1ast, K.Achara 5+7reb, M.Downs 4+2reb+1ast Asefa Estudian.: D.Clark 18+3reb, G.Gabriel 16+6reb+2ast, C.Lofton 10+3reb+1ast, J.Granger 10+4reb+6ast, W.Deane 7+2reb, C.Simmons 5+1reb
Sixteenth-ranked UCAM Murcia (11-21) gave a tough game to second ranked Real Madrid (25-7) on Sunday. Real Madrid managed to secure only one-point victory 80-79. However their fans expected much easier game. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 20-15. But UCAM Murcia won second period 21-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded UCAM Murcia 38-25 including 25 on the defensive glass. 27 personal fouls committed by UCAM Murcia helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of international point guard Sergio Llull (190-87) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and international forward Carlos Suarez (202-86, agency: Court Side) who added 11 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Real Madrid's coach Pablo Laso used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Australian forward David Barlow (205-83, college: Metro St.) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Quincy Douby (191-84, college: Rutgers) scored 16 points. Four UCAM Murcia players scored in double figures. Real Madrid have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 25-7 record having just two points less than leader FCB Regal. UCAM Murcia lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the fifteenth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Blusens M.. Real Madrid are looking forward to face league's leader Regal FC Barcelona on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. UCAM Murcia will play against Assignia Manresa (#10) and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Real Madrid: S.Llull 16+4reb+3ast, N.Mirotic 15+4reb, C.Suarez 11+7reb+1ast, A.Tomic 7+2reb, F.Reyes 7+7reb, K.Singler 7+1reb UCAM Murcia: Q.Douby 16+1reb+3ast, D.Barlow 16+9reb+1ast, A.Miso 14+1reb+3ast, I.Udoka 14+1reb+1ast, J.Franch 7+1reb+4ast, J.Augustine 6+7reb
ACB top team - Regal FC Barcelona (27-5) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed seventh ranked Meridiano Alicante (17-14) 83-57. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Meridiano Alicante. The game without a history. Regal FC Barcelona led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Regal FC Barcelona outrebounded Meridiano Alicante 31-17 including 21 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a quality performance of American swingman Chuck Eidson (202-80, college: S.Carolina, agency: Court Side) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and the other American import forward Pete Mickeal (199-78, college: Cincinnati) who added 13 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Regal FC Barcelona players scored in double figures. Brazilian point guard Rafael Freire (188-92) responded with 8 points and guard Pedro Llompart (190-82) scored 8 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. Regal FC Barcelona have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 27-5 record. Loser Meridiano Alicante keeps the seventh place with 14 games lost. Regal FC Barcelona will face league's second-placed Real Madrid at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Meridiano Alicante will play against FIATC Joventut (#11) in Badalona. Top scorers: FCB Regal: C.Eidson 13+5reb+7ast, P.Mickeal 13+3reb, F.Vazquez 11+5reb, B.Ndong 10+3reb, E.Lorbek 9+5reb+1ast, J.Wallace 8+3reb Lucentum: A.Urtasun 9+2reb, R.Freire 8+1reb+3ast, P.Llompart 8+2reb+2ast, T.Ellis 7+1ast, K.Ivanov 7+5reb, L.Barnes 6+3reb+2ast
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Caja Laboral (21-11) against eleventh ranked FIATC Joventut (15-17) on Sunday night. Host Caja Laboral was edged by FIATC Joventut in a tough game in Vitoria 66-68. The best player for the winners was Dominican forward Eulis Baez (201-82, college: W.Illinois) who scored 10 points. American forward Latavious Williams (202-91) chipped in 12 points. FIATC Joventut's coach Salvador Maldonado used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Bosnian forward Mirza Teletovic (206-85, agency: Beo Basket) produced 16 points and 8 rebounds and Polish-Swedish center Maciej Lampe (210-85) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. FIATC Joventut moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Unicaja and Assignia M. Loser Caja Laboral keeps the third position with 11 games lost. FIATC Joventut will meet at home higher ranked Meridiano Alicante (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Caja Laboral will play against Baloncesto Fuenlabrada (#14) in Madrid and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: FIATC Joventut: L.Williams 12+3reb, E.Baez 10+4reb+2ast, D.Jelinek 9+2reb, J.Trias 8+2reb+1ast, H.Norel 8+5reb, P.Jeter 7+3reb+3ast Caja Laboral: M.Teletovic 16+8reb, M.Lampe 13+7reb+1ast, M.Bjelica 9+6reb+1ast, A.Nocioni 9+10reb+1ast, N.Bjelica 8+3reb, B.Oleson 7+3reb+4ast
Important game to mention about took place in San Sebastian. Fifth ranked Gescrap BB (19-13) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 8th ranked Lagun Aro GBC (17-15) 77-76 on Sunday evening. The guests started the game with a very strong first quarter 22-12. But Lagun Aro GBC won second period 18-12. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Gescrap BB made 25-of-28 charity shots (89.3 percent) during the game. Lagun Aro GBC was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by Greek swingman Kostas Vasiliadis (200-84, agency: FCM) who scored that evening 20 points (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and the former international forward Alex Mumbru (202-79) supported him with 18 points. Four Gescrap BB players scored in double figures. Gescrap BB's coach Fotis Katsikaris allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 28 points by American forward Andy Panko (204-77, college: Lebanon Valley, agency: Beo Basket) did not help to save the game for Lagun Aro GBC. The former international swingman Sergi Vidal (198-81) added 9 points and 10 rebounds for the hosts. Gescrap BB moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Valencia. Lagun Aro GBC at the other side keeps the eighth position with 15 games lost. Gescrap BB will play against Unicaja Malaga (#12) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lagun Aro GBC will play against Cajasol (#6) in Sevilla and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gescrap BB: K.Vasiliadis 20+4reb+1ast, A.Mumbru 18+3reb+1ast, M.Banic 14+3reb+2ast, A.Jackson 13+3reb+3ast, D.Fischer 4+7reb+3ast, R.Grimau 3+4reb+1ast Lagun Aro GBC: A.Panko 28+2reb+1ast, J.Baron 11+3reb, S.Vidal 9+10reb+2ast, R.Neto 8+3reb+1ast, D.Doblas 7+4reb, A.Betts 5+3reb
Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked Baloncesto Fuenlabrada (12-20) was defeated on the road by twelfth ranked Unicaja Malaga (15-17) 79-65 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Unicaja Malaga. Baloncesto Fuenlabrada was better in fourth quarter 27-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Unicaja Malaga had a 31-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of British forward Joel Freeland (208-87) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and Croatian power forward Luka Zoric (211-84) who added 13 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Unicaja Malaga players scored in double figures. Argentinian-Italian forward Leonardo Mainoldi (203-85) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds and Jamaican center Kimany Ffriend (211-77, college: Nebraska, agency: Court Side) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Unicaja Malaga moved-up to tenth place, which they share with FIATC Joventut and Assignia M. Loser Baloncesto Fuenlabrada dropped to the thirteenth position with 20 games lost. Unicaja Malaga will face higher ranked Gescrap BB (#4) in Bilbao in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Baloncesto Fuenlabrada will play at home against Caja Laboral (#3) in Vitoria. Top scorers: Unicaja: J.Freeland 19+8reb+1ast, T.DeVries 14+3reb, L.Zoric 13+7reb+3ast, B.Rodriguez 10+1reb+6ast, T.Darden 8+3reb+1ast, A.Abrines 7+2reb Fuenlabrada: L.Mainoldi 12+7reb+1ast, K.Ffriend 10+5reb, A.Munoz 9+1reb, J.Cortaberria 8+3reb+2ast, J.Vega 8, M.Hall 4+6reb
There was a surprise result when ninth ranked CAI Zaragoza (16-16) beat at home higher ranked Cajasol (18-14) 65-59 on Sunday. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 15-7. But Cajasol won second period 16-15. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. CAI Zaragoza dominated on the defensive end, holding Cajasol to just 7 points in first quarter. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Bracey Wright (191-84, college: Indiana) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 8 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and the former international point guard Carlos Cabezas (186-80) who added 14 points during the contest. Serbian forward Luka Bogdanovic (210-85, agency: Beo Basket) responded with 12 points and 5 rebounds and guard Txemi Urtasun (193-84, agency: Interperformances) scored 16 points. CAI Zaragoza maintains ninth position with 16-16 record. Loser Cajasol dropped to the sixth place with 14 games lost. CAI Zaragoza will face Gran Canaria 2014 (#13) in Las Palmas in the next round. Top scorers: CAI Zaragoza: B.Wright 16+8reb+2ast, C.Cabezas 14+3reb+2ast, P.Aguilar 13+5reb+1ast, C.Toppert 9+2reb+1ast, J.Stefansson 6+3reb, S.Van Rossom 5+1reb+3ast Cajasol: T.Urtasun 16+1reb+1ast, L.Bogdanovic 12+5reb+2ast, G.Rubio 12+2reb, J.Triguero 8+4reb, C.English 5+4reb+2ast, E.Calloway 5+5reb+6ast
ACB Round 34: Real Madrid wins regular season - May 19, 2013
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The Regular Season in ACB just ended.
The most important game in the last round took place in Tenerife between second ranked Caja Laboral (25-9) and tenth ranked CB Canarias (17-17) on Sunday night. Caja Laboral was defeated by CB Canarias in a tough game on the road 94-99. Caja Laboral trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 24-17 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 94-99 at the end of the game. CB Canarias made 31-of-38 free shots (81 [read more]
The Regular Season in ACB just ended.
The most important game in the last round took place in Tenerife between second ranked Caja Laboral (25-9) and tenth ranked CB Canarias (17-17) on Sunday night. Caja Laboral was defeated by CB Canarias in a tough game on the road 94-99. Caja Laboral trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 24-17 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 94-99 at the end of the game. CB Canarias made 31-of-38 free shots (81.6 percent) during the game. 30 personal fouls committed by Caja Laboral helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Levi Rost (201-83, college: W.Michigan) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Montenegrin center Blagota Sekulic (209-82, agency: FCM) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Polish-Swedish power forward Maciej Lampe (211-85) responded with 25 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Newly promoted CB Canarias maintains tenth position with 17-17 record. Caja Laboral at the other side keeps the second place with nine games lost. ACB top team - Real Madrid (30-4) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed seventeenth ranked Lagun Aro GBC (8-26) 100-67. International Sergio Llull (192-87) notched 17 points to lead the effort and Jaycee Carroll supported him with 16 points. Real Madrid's coach Pablo Laso felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 12 points and 11 rebounds by center David Doblas (206-81) did not help to save the game for Lagun Aro GBC. Real Madrid have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 30-4 record. Lagun Aro GBC lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth place with 26 games lost. ACB top team - Real Madrid (30-4) had no problems winning another game on Thursday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked FIATC Joventut (16-18) in Badalona 85-64. Jaycee Carroll fired 16 points for the winners. Corey Fisher produced 16 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. Real Madrid have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 30-4 record. Loser FIATC Joventut keeps the eleventh place with 18 games lost. Seventeenth-ranked Lagun Aro GBC (8-26) gave a tough game to third ranked Regal FC Barcelona (23-11) in San Sebastian. The visitors from Barcelona managed to secure only one-point victory 90-89. However their fans expected much easier game. Worth to mention a great performance of Brad Oleson who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 4 assists. Regal FC Barcelona's coach Xavier Pascual let to play all 12 players in such tough game. Regal FC Barcelona have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains third position with 23-11 record having seven points less than leader Real Madrid. Lagun Aro GBC lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth place with 26 games lost. An interesting game took place in Santoago de Comp where 6th ranked Gescrap BB (19-15) was upset on the court of ninth ranked Blusens Monbus (18-16) 79-73 on Sunday. Salah Mejri had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. Blusens Monbus moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Unicaja. Loser Gescrap BB keeps the sixth position with 15 games lost.
There were no shocking results in the other games in round 34: UCAM Murcia was destroyed by CAI Zaragoza on the opponent's court 108-74. Asefa Estudian. was outscored by FIATC Joventut in a home game 75-112. Mad-Croc managed to beat Cajasol on the road 76-68. Valencia crushed Assignia M. on its own court 90-59. Blancos de R. was beaten by G.Canaria 2014 in Las Palmas 78-62. FCB Regal won against Unicaja at home 57-50. The most impressive stats of the last round was 25 points and 6 assists by Raul Neto of Lagun Aro GBC.
The most important game in the last round took place in Tenerife between second ranked Caja Laboral (25-9) and tenth ranked CB Canarias (17-17) on Sunday night. Caja Laboral was defeated by CB Canarias in a tough game on the road 94-99. Caja Laboral trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 24-17 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 94-99 at the end of the game. CB Canarias made 31-of-38 free shots (81.6 percent) during the game. 30 personal fouls committed by Caja Laboral helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American forward Levi Rost (201-83, college: W.Michigan) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Montenegrin center Blagota Sekulic (209-82, agency: FCM) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Polish-Swedish power forward Maciej Lampe (211-85) responded with 25 points and 5 rebounds and international swingman Fernando San Emeterio (198-84) scored 27 points (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Newly promoted CB Canarias maintains tenth position with 17-17 record. Caja Laboral at the other side keeps the second place with nine games lost. Top scorers: CB Canarias: L.Rost 19+5reb+2ast, F.Lampropoulos 17+3reb, B.Sekulic 16+6reb, R.Guillen 14+2reb+2ast, N.Richotti 10+1reb+1ast, J.Carles Bivia 7+3reb+5ast Caja Laboral: F.San Emeterio 27+1reb+1ast, M.Lampe 25+5reb+2ast, F.Causeur 11+3reb+3ast, N.Bjelica 10+7reb+1ast, T.Heurtel 8+3reb+1ast, T.Pleiss 4+3reb
Very expected game when 13th ranked UCAM Murcia (13-21) was crushed on the road by fifth ranked CAI Zaragoza (21-13) 108-74 on Sunday. The game without a history. CAI Zaragoza led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to UCAM Murcia's 46 and made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. CAI Zaragoza forced 22 UCAM Murcia turnovers. UCAM Murcia was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Montenegrin-Serbian center Vladimir Golubovic (213-86, agency: Beo Basket) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and American power forward Joseph Jones (204-86, college: Texas A&M) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Five CAI Zaragoza players scored in double figures. At the losing side American power forward Marcus Lewis (203-86, college: ORU) responded with 19 points and 9 rebounds and guard Andres Miso (199-83) scored 11 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. CAI Zaragoza have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 21-13 record. Loser UCAM Murcia keeps the thirteenth place with 21 games lost. Top scorers: CAI Zaragoza: V.Golubovic 17+7reb+1ast, D.Rudez 16+2reb, J.Jones 15+5reb+2ast, J.Stefansson 14+3reb+2ast, P.Aguilar 13+6reb, S.Van Rossom 13+1reb+2ast UCAM Murcia: M.Lewis 19+9reb+1ast, A.Miso 11+3reb+3ast, J.Angel Antelo 10+2reb, K.Tillie 8+1reb, M.Gatens 7+2reb+1ast, A.Marelja 6
Everything could happen in Madrid at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked FIATC Joventut and 12th ranked Asefa Estudiantes had identical 15-18 record. But Asefa Estudiantes was not able to use a home court advantage and was smashed by the opponent from Badalona 112-75 on Sunday night. FIATC Joventut outrebounded Asefa Estudiantes 39-28 including a 29-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. FIATC Joventut looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American-Georgian point guard Corey Fisher (186-88, college: Villanova, agency: Beo Basket) scored 26 points and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and DR Congolese-American swingman Ehambe Moses Randall (198-86, college: ORU) chipped in 21 points during the contest. Five FIATC Joventut players scored in double figures. At the losing side British power forward Daniel Clark (210-88, agency: Interperformances) responded with 18 points and American swingman Kyle Kuric (193-89, college: Louisville) scored 16 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. FIATC Joventut maintains eleventh position with 16-18 record. Loser Asefa Estudiantes keeps the twelfth place with 19 games lost. Top scorers: FIATC Joventut: C.Fisher 26+2reb+9ast, E.Moses Randall 21+3reb+1ast, N.Llovet 11+7reb, J.Trias 11+7reb+6ast, A.Suarez 11+4reb, S.Savane 9+3reb Asefa Estudian.: D.Clark 18+3reb+1ast, K.Kuric 16+2reb+3ast, G.Gabriel 16+2reb+2ast, J.Granger 7+2reb+9ast, J.Fernandez 6+3reb, T.Kirksay 6+5reb+1ast
There was a minor upset in Sevilla where 14th ranked Cajasol (12-22) was defeated by sixteenth ranked Baloncesto Fuenlabrada (12-22) 76-68 on Sunday. The guests started the game with a very strong first quarter 23-14. But Cajasol won second period 15-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Baloncesto Fuenlabrada made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Dominican-American guard James Feldeine (193-88, college: Quinnipiac) scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Robert Kurz (206-85, college: Notre Dame, agency: Priority Sports) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Czech center Ondrej Balvin (216-92) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds and Czech point guard Tomas Satoransky (201-91) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Baloncesto Fuenlabrada moved-up to fourteenth place, which they share with Blancos de R. and Cajasol. Top scorers: Mad-Croc: R.Kurz 18+9reb, J.Feldeine 17+6reb+4ast, J.Colom 16+3reb+2ast, L.Mainoldi 10+3reb, J.Cortaberria 5+3reb+1ast, A.Laso 4+2reb Cajasol: T.Satoransky 14+3reb+4ast, O.Balvin 14+7reb+1ast, L.Bogdanovic 13+3reb+2ast, J.Sastre Morro 11+4reb+2ast, J.Triguero 6+3reb, J.Holland 5+1reb+4ast
Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Valencia Basket (22-12) outscored at home bottom-ranked Assignia Manresa (6-28) 90-59 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 14-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 90-59. Valencia Basket dominated on the defensive end, holding Assignia Manresa to just 7 points in third quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Assignia Manresa's 28. They outrebounded Assignia Manresa 40-21 including a 34-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Valencia Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Assignia Manresa's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Valencia Basket made 7 blocks. American forward Justin Doellman (206-85, college: Xavier, agency: Beo Basket) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Serbian guard Stefan Markovic (194-88) chipped in 5 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Four Valencia Basket players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Troy DeVries (193-82, college: N.Mexico) responded with 19 points and guard Jose Salvador Arco (194-85) scored 9 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Valencia Basket have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 22-12 record. Assignia Manresa lost fifth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 28 lost games. Top scorers: Valencia: J.Doellman 15+5reb+3ast, J.Robinson 11+3reb+3ast, V.Faverani 10+5reb+1ast, S.Lishchuk 10+4reb+1ast, P.Ribas 10+5reb+2ast, T.Kelati 9+1ast Assignia M.: T.DeVries 19+2reb+1ast, J.Salvador Arco 9+3reb+1ast, J.Asselin 8+2reb, N.Aleksandrov 6+4reb, H.Palsson 5+2reb, F.Lavina 3+2reb
An interesting game took place in Santoago de Comp where 6th ranked Gescrap BB (19-15) was upset on the court of ninth ranked Blusens Monbus (18-16) 79-73 on Sunday. Gescrap BB trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 22-16 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 73-79 at the end of the game. Tunisian center Salah Mejri (217-86) had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Canadian-Irish forward Levon Kendall (209-84, college: Pittsburgh) chipped in 14 points and 5 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) during the contest. Five Blusens Monbus players scored in double figures. At the losing side American power forward Lamont Hamilton (208-84, college: St.John's) responded with 14 points and 5 rebounds and Greek guard Nikolaos Zisis (197-83) scored 17 points. Blusens Monbus moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Unicaja. Loser Gescrap BB keeps the sixth position with 15 games lost. Top scorers: Blusens M.: A.Corbacho 14+1ast, L.Kendall 14+5reb+2ast, B.Dewar 13+1reb+4ast, S.Mejri 12+14reb, P.Pumprla 11+5reb+2ast, R.Hummel 10+3reb+1ast Gescrap BB: N.Zisis 17+2reb, L.Hamilton 14+5reb, R.Grimau 10+2reb+1ast, A.Mumbru 9+4reb+4ast, A.Moerman 8+5reb, M.Samb 5+3reb
There was no surprise in Las Palmas where 15th ranked Blancos de Rueda (12-22) was defeated by seventh ranked G.Canaria 2014 (19-15) 78-62 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by G.Canaria 2014. Blancos de Rueda was better in third quarter 19-11. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American-Azerbaijani power forward Spencer Nelson (202-80, college: Utah St.) scored 10 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Dominican forward Eulis Baez (198-82, college: W.Illinois) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four G.Canaria 2014 players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Nacho Martin (205-83) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and American-Irish forward Ian O'Leary (201-86, college: St.Mary's, CA) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. G.Canaria 2014 moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Gescrap BB. Blancos de Rueda lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 22 games lost. Top scorers: G.Canaria 2014: E.Baez 14+6reb+1ast, R.Toolson 14+2reb+1ast, B.Newley 11+5reb+1ast, S.Nelson 10+8reb+3ast, R.Guerra 9+3reb+3ast, W.Tavares 6+4reb Blancos de R.: N.Martin 19+10reb, I.O'Leary 11+8reb+1ast, V.Cizauskas 9+3reb, D.Navarro 9+2ast, N.Sinanovic 6+7reb+2ast, J.Grimau 4+3reb+1ast
No shocking result in a game when third ranked Regal FC Barcelona (23-11) won against at home 8th ranked Unicaja Malaga (18-16) 57-50 on Sunday. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Unicaja Malaga won third quarter 12-8. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Regal FC Barcelona won last quarter 12-6. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Unicaja Malaga to just 6 points in fourth quarter. Unicaja Malaga was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Croatian center Ante Tomic (217-87, agency: XL Basketball Agency) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Brazilian-Italian point guard Marcelinho Huertas (191-83, agency: Edge Sports) chipped in 7 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side the former international center Fran Vazquez (209-83) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds and American-Bulgarian guard Earl Calloway (191-83, college: Indiana) scored 5 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Regal FC Barcelona have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains third position with 23-11 record having seven points less than leader Real Madrid. Loser Unicaja Malaga keeps the eighth place with 16 games lost. Top scorers: FCB Regal: A.Tomic 11+7reb+3ast, M.Huertas 7+5reb+2ast, J.Wallace 7+2reb, J.Ingles 6+2reb, B.Oleson 6+5reb, E.Lorbek 4+3reb+1ast Unicaja: F.Vazquez 10+11reb, Z.Dragic 7+3reb, L.Zoric 7+2reb+1ast, T.Kinsey 5+4reb, E.Calloway 5+6reb+1ast, K.Perovic 4+4reb
ACB top team - Real Madrid (30-4) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed seventeenth ranked Lagun Aro GBC (8-26) 100-67. The game without a history. Real Madrid led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Real Madrid outrebounded Lagun Aro GBC 39-27 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lagun Aro GBC was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. International Sergio Llull (192-87) notched 17 points to lead the effort and American-Azerbaijani guard Jaycee Carroll (188-83, agency: Priority Sports) supported him with 16 points. Four Real Madrid players scored in double figures. Real Madrid's coach Pablo Laso felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 12 points and 11 rebounds by center David Doblas (206-81) did not help to save the game for Lagun Aro GBC. American guard Morris Finley (180-81, college: UAB, agency: Two Points) added 14 points for lost side. Real Madrid have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 30-4 record. Lagun Aro GBC lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth place with 26 games lost. Top scorers: Real Madrid: S.Llull 17+4reb+2ast, J.Carroll 16+2reb, R.Hettsheimer 12+4reb, R.Fernandez 12+1reb+2ast, S.Rodriguez 9+3reb+5ast, T.Darden 8+3reb Lagun Aro GBC: M.Finley 14+2ast, D.Doblas 12+11reb+1ast, I.Paunic 10+3reb, J.Salgado 9+1reb+2ast, E.Papamakarios 8+1reb, R.Neto 7+2reb+4ast
ACB top team - Real Madrid (30-4) had no problems winning another game on Thursday. This time they crushed eleventh ranked FIATC Joventut (16-18) in Badalona 85-64. The game was mostly controlled by Real Madrid. FIATC Joventut managed to win fourth quarter 14-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Real Madrid dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to FIATC Joventut's 24 and made 16-of-17 free shots (94.1 percent) during the game. They outrebounded FIATC Joventut 44-29 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. American-Azerbaijani guard Jaycee Carroll (188-83, agency: Priority Sports) fired 16 points for the winners. American swingman Tremmell Darden (194-81, college: Niagara) chipped in 11 points and 5 rebounds. American-Georgian point guard Corey Fisher (186-88, college: Villanova, agency: Beo Basket) produced 16 points and center Nacho Llovet (202-91) added 7 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Real Madrid have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 30-4 record. Loser FIATC Joventut keeps the eleventh place with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Real Madrid: J.Carroll 16+4reb+1ast, T.Darden 11+5reb, S.Llull 10+3reb+2ast, R.Fernandez 9+3reb+2ast, M.Begic 8+4reb, S.Rodriguez 7+6ast FIATC Joventut: C.Fisher 16+2reb, A.Oliver 11+1reb+2ast, N.Llovet 7+8reb+1ast, S.Savane 7+4reb+1ast, A.Suarez 6, P.Tomas 5+2reb
Seventeenth-ranked Lagun Aro GBC (8-26) gave a tough game to third ranked Regal FC Barcelona (23-11) in San Sebastian. The visitors from Barcelona managed to secure only one-point victory 90-89. However their fans expected much easier game. Lagun Aro GBC was ahead by 4 points after three quarters before a 24-19 charge of Regal FC Barcelona, which allowed them to win the game. They made 20-of-22 charity shots (90.9 percent) during the game. Regal FC Barcelona outrebounded Lagun Aro GBC 33-18 including 25 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized American point guard Brad Oleson (191-83, college: Alaska-Fairb., agency: Duran International) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 4 assists. International guard Victor Sada (192-84) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Regal FC Barcelona's coach Xavier Pascual let to play all 12 players in such tough game. Brazilian point guard Raul Neto (186-92) replied with 25 points and 6 assists and center David Doblas (206-81) added 20 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Lagun Aro GBC. Regal FC Barcelona have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains third position with 23-11 record having seven points less than leader Real Madrid. Lagun Aro GBC lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth place with 26 games lost. Top scorers: FCB Regal: B.Oleson 26+2reb+4ast, V.Sada 16+7reb, E.Lorbek 14+5reb, M.Huertas 8+4reb+3ast, J.Wallace 7+5reb+1ast, A.Tomic 6+7reb+3ast Lagun Aro GBC: R.Neto 25+1reb+6ast, D.Doblas 20+6reb+2ast, J.Salgado 16+1reb+1ast, M.Finley 9+2reb+4ast, I.Paunic 8+3reb+3ast, D.Diez 7+2reb
Mindaugas Kuzminskas may join Unicaja - May 19, 2013
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Unicaja Malaga (ACB) is close to sign 24-year old Lithuanian international forward Mindaugas Kuzminskas (205-98kg-89) who currently plays B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania. Kuzminskas managed to play in three leagues this year (!!!). In 19 LKL games he recorded 13.6ppg, 5.3rpg, 1.4apg and 1.6spg. He helped them to win the league title. Great season indeed as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Lithuanian LKL 2nd Team and to the All-Star Game [read more]
Unicaja Malaga (ACB) is close to sign 24-year old Lithuanian international forward Mindaugas Kuzminskas (205-98kg-89) who currently plays B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania. Kuzminskas managed to play in three leagues this year (!!!). In 19 LKL games he recorded 13.6ppg, 5.3rpg, 1.4apg and 1.6spg. He helped them to win the league title. Great season indeed as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Lithuanian LKL 2nd Team and to the All-Star Game. Kuzminskas also played 23 games in Euroleague where he averaged 7.1ppg and 3.1rpg. He also played 20 games in VTB United League where he averaged 8.9ppg and 4.0rpg. The last season Kuzminskas played also at Zalgiris (LKL) in Lithuanian league. The team played in four different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 23 LKL games he averaged 7.8ppg and 3.2rpg. He contributed to his team winning the cup and end the regular season at the top position. Kuzminskas also played 11 games in Euroleague where he averaged 3.0ppg and 1.5rpg. He also played 4 games in Baltic League where he averaged 7.8ppg and 2.0rpg. And finally Kuzminskas played 14 games in VTB United League where he averaged 6.8ppg and 2.9rpg. He contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. Among other achievements Kuzminskas received Eurobasket.com All-Lithuanian LKL Player of the Year award and Eurobasket.com All-Lithuanian LKL Domestic Player of the Year award back in 2010. He was also a member of Lithuanian international program for some years. Kuzminskas played for Lithuanian Senior National Team two years ago and previously for U18 National Team in 2007. He represented Lithuania at the European Championships U20 in Rhodos (Greece) four years ago. His stats at that event were 9 games: 9.9ppg, 5.2rpg, 1.6spg, 1.2bpg, FGP: 53.4%, 3PT: 13.3%, FT: 78.9%. Kuzminskas has played previously professionally in Italy and Lithuania (Siauliai, Sakalai, Zemaitis Raseiniai and Perlas).
LEB Gold Round 4 of Semi-Finals. River Andorra join Lucentum in Final - May 19, 2013
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Caceres - Andorra 70-82
Andorra claimed the third win in the series and advanced into Final. The game was mostly controlled by River Andorra. Caceres Basket managed to win third quarter 24-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Marc Blanch (194-82) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 7 rebounds [read more]
Andorra claimed the third win in the series and advanced into Final. The game was mostly controlled by River Andorra. Caceres Basket managed to win third quarter 24-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Marc Blanch (194-82) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 7 rebounds. Naturalized Russian power forward Dmitry Flis (203-84) contributed with 17 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Nigerian-Canadian forward Olu Ashaolu (200-88, college: Oregon, agency: Norton Sports Management) replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Antonio Pena (203-86, college: Villanova) added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Caceres Basket. Four Caceres Basket players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Caceres: O.Ashaolu 17+6reb, B.Hobbs 11+4reb, A.Pena 11+8reb+1ast, R.Morentin 10+2reb+1ast, R.Nguema 9+5reb+2ast, P.Robles 5+1ast Andorra: M.Blanch 22+7reb+2ast, D.Flis 17+8reb+1ast, A.Maresch 11+4reb+2ast, T.Hampl 8+6reb, T.Schreiner 8+1reb+5ast, J.Safford 7+3reb+1ast
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