Click photo to enlarge Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, right, drives past... ( (AP Photo/Don Ryan))12345PORTLAND, Ore.Zach Randolph returned from an ankle injury with 19 points and 10 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies won their fifth straight game with a 102-97 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night. Marc Gasol (216-C-85, agency: Interperformances) had 20 points for the Grizzlies, who have won 13 of their last 14 games and sit in fourth place in the Western Conference. Mike Conley added 14 points and a career-high 15 assists, and Memphis matched its season high with 31 assists overall.
LaMarcus Aldridge had 28 points and 10 rebounds for the Blazers, whose playoff hopes are slipping away. Rookie Damian Lillard had 27 points.
Memphis (43-19) led by as many as 15 points in the second half but the Blazers closed the gap to 79-72 after
Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol, right, of Spain, looks to pass as he holds off Portland Trail Blazers center J.J. Hickson during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Tuesday, March 12, 2013. ( (AP Photo/Don Ryan))Lillard's 3-pointer and a pair of free throws from Aldridge. Eric Maynor's 3-pointer with 3:49 left narrowed Memphis' lead to 83-78, but Tayshaun Prince answered with a 3-pointer for the Grizzlies.
Portland kept up the pressure, pulling within 89-84 on a pair of free throws from Maynor with 1:21 to go, but Conley came back with a short jumper and Portland was unable to catch up.
The Grizzlies trailed the Blazers by as many as 17 points in the third quarter last Wednesday before winning 91-85.
Portland (29-34) returned home after a 1-2 road trip, including the loss at Memphis. The Blazers are four games back of Los Angeles for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Western Conference.
Randolph had missed the past four games with a sprained left ankle. Coach Lionel Hollins said before the game he planned to start Randolph, a former Trail Blazer, but wasn't sure of the minutes he would play. Randolph showed no lingering effects from the injury. Portland rookie Meyers Leonard also returned after missing a game with a sprained right ankle.
The Blazers went up 21-17 late in the first quarter on Lillard's 3-pointer, but they struggled to extend the lead any further. Memphis made its move,
Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph, right, looks for an opening to the basket against Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum, from France, during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Tuesday, March 12, 2013. ( (AP Photo/Don Ryan))going on an 11-2 run midway through the second quarter to go up 36-29 after Ed Davis' running hook shot. The Grizzlies had a 48-40 lead at the break, shooting nearly 54 percent from the floor.
There was a lot of jawing back-and-forth between the teams, particularly between former teammates Randolph and Aldridge.
Randolph played in Portland his first six seasons in the league. He and Aldridge were together for just one season, when Aldridge was a rookie in 2006-07. Randolph was traded to the Knicks in the offseason.
Marc Gasol's 20-foot jumper gave Memphis a 57-47 lead with seven minutes to go in the third quarter. Marc Gasol hit another long jumper that pushed it to 64-51.
Portland was coming off a 98-96 loss at New Orleans on Sunday. The Grizzlies defeated the Hornets the day before.
Notes: The teams split the previous two meetings this season, both in Memphis. They meet once more on April 3 at the Rose Garden. Courtesy of: http://www.sgvtribune.com
ACB Round 1 of Quarter-Finals. Victories for home teams - May 24, 2013
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Real Madrid - Blusens M. 90-75
Real Madrid cruised past Blusens Monbus to open win count in the quarterfinal series. It looked good early as Blusens Monbus took an 3-point lead at the end of first quarter. But then Real Madrid had a 28-11 second period charge getting the lead and Blusens Monbus was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 75-90. Real Madrid made 26-of-30 charity shots (86.7 percent) during the game [read more]
Real Madrid cruised past Blusens Monbus to open win count in the quarterfinal series. It looked good early as Blusens Monbus took an 3-point lead at the end of first quarter. But then Real Madrid had a 28-11 second period charge getting the lead and Blusens Monbus was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 75-90. Real Madrid made 26-of-30 charity shots (86.7 percent) during the game. Blusens Monbus was plagued by 29 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of international Rudy Fernandez (198-85) who helped to win the game recording 17 points (made all of his ten free throws !!!). The former international point guard Sergio Rodriguez (191-86) contributed with 15 points and 5 assists for the winners. Canadian-Irish forward Levon Kendall (209-84, college: Pittsburgh) answered with 14 points and 8 rebounds and Tunisian center Salah Mejri (217-86) added 15 points in the effort for Blusens Monbus. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Real Madrid: R.Fernandez 17+3reb+2ast, S.Rodriguez 15+5ast, N.Mirotic 11+8reb, F.Reyes 11+5reb+1ast, M.Begic 9+3reb+1ast, T.Darden 9 Blusens M.: S.Mejri 15+2reb+1ast, L.Kendall 14+8reb, A.Corbacho 14+3reb, O.Junyent 10+3reb+1ast, R.Hummel 8+4reb, B.Dewar 6+1ast
Regal Barcelona thumped Gescrap Bilbao in the first game of the series. The game without a history. Regal FC Barcelona led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Gescrap BB's 38. They outrebounded Gescrap BB 37-24 including 27 on the defensive glass. Regal FC Barcelona players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Croatian center Ante Tomic (217-87, agency: XL Basketball Agency) who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Greek center Loukas Mavrokefalidis (207-84) contributed with 16 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Four Regal FC Barcelona players scored in double figures. Regal FC Barcelona's coach Xavier Pascual felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Belgian forward Axel Hervelle (205-83) answered with 17 points and 8 rebounds and the former international guard Roger Grimau (196-79, agency: INVICTUS Sports Group) added 14 points in the effort for Gescrap BB. Top scorers: FCB Regal: L.Mavrokefalidis 16+2reb+1ast, A.Tomic 13+5reb+6ast, E.Lorbek 12+5reb, M.Huertas 10+2reb+2ast, V.Sada 8+6reb+4ast, J.Wallace 7+6reb+1ast Gescrap BB: A.Hervelle 17+8reb+1ast, R.Grimau 14+2reb+3ast, A.Mumbru 9+4reb+2ast, L.Hamilton 9+3reb, A.Moerman 7+2reb+1ast, N.Zisis 4+4reb+5ast
Caja Laboral snatched a tough home win over Gran Canaria to take 1-0 lead. The hosts trailed by 3 points after three quarters before their 15-11 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Polish-Swedish power forward Maciej Lampe (211-85) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. French guard Thomas Heurtel (188-89) chipped in 8 points and 6 assists. American-Azerbaijani power forward Spencer Nelson (202-80, college: Utah St.) produced 16 points and swingman Roberto Guerra (195-83) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Caja Laboral: M.Lampe 15+10reb, F.Causeur 9+3reb+1ast, T.Heurtel 8+6ast, A.Nocioni 7+5reb, F.San Emeterio 7+5reb, T.Pleiss 4+5reb G.Canaria 2014: S.Nelson 16+4reb+2ast, R.Guerra 10+7reb+3ast, J.Beiran 8+8reb+2ast, B.Newley 7+3reb, U.Slokar 6+3reb, E.Baez 5+10reb+3ast
Valencia trashed CAI Zaragoza at home court to gain the lead. The game without a history. Valencia Basket led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to CAI Zaragoza's 24. Valencia Basket forced 21 CAI Zaragoza turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Brazilian center Vitor Faverani (211-88) who helped to win the game recording 14 points and 9 rebounds. The former international guard Rafael Martinez (191-82) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Four Valencia Basket players scored in double figures. Belgian point guard Sam Van Rossom (188-86) answered with 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and Montenegrin-Serbian center Vladimir Golubovic (213-86, agency: Beo Basket) added 7 points in the effort for CAI Zaragoza. 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: Valencia: B.Dubljevic 15+1reb+1ast, R.Martinez 14+2reb+2ast, V.Faverani 14+9reb, J.Doellman 13+1reb+1ast, P.Ribas 6+1reb+2ast, S.Lishchuk 6+4reb+1ast CAI Zaragoza: S.Van Rossom 17+3reb+2ast, V.Golubovic 7+4reb, J.Stefansson 5+2reb+2ast, D.Rudez 5+2reb+1ast, J.Jones 4+2reb+1ast, P.Aguilar 4+7reb
LEB Gold Round 1 of Finals. River Andorra claim victory - May 24, 2013
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Andorra - Lucentum 87-85
Andorra snatched a narrow home win over Lucentum in the Finals opener. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 22-17. But Meridiano Alicante won second period 23-22. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. River Andorra made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Meridiano Alicante helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities [read more]
Andorra snatched a narrow home win over Lucentum in the Finals opener. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 22-17. But Meridiano Alicante won second period 23-22. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. River Andorra made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Meridiano Alicante helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Marc Blanch (194-82) who helped to win the game recording 23 points (made all of his seven free throws). Naturalized Russian power forward Dmitry Flis (203-84) contributed with 17 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Alex Llorca (192-89) answered with 14 points and American forward Shaun Green (203-87, college: Utah) added 13 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Meridiano Alicante. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Andorra: M.Blanch 23+4reb+2ast, D.Flis 17+5reb+1ast, A.Maresch 12+3reb+2ast, T.Schreiner 10+7reb+3ast, D.Wright 6+3reb, P.Sanchez 5+3reb Lucentum: A.Llorca 14+4reb+1ast, T.Coppenrath 13+3reb+1ast, S.Green 13+5reb, R.Huertas 12+3reb+1ast, R.Bas 8+2reb+2ast, A.Sabat 8+2reb+4ast
Unicaja reportedly part ways with Krunoslav Simon and Kosta Perovic - May 24, 2013
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Unicaja Malaga continue to make changes. After parting ways with head coach Jasmin Repesa the Malaga team has reportedly split ways with Krunoslav Simon (197-G/F-85, agency: Beo Basket) and Kosta Perovic (217-C-85).
Krunoslav Simon joined the team at the start of the season. He tallied 10.0 points, 3.3 boards and 2.5 assists per game in EuroLeague. The forward also posted 9.5 points, 3.1 boards and 2.0 assists per appearance in ACB [read more]
Unicaja Malaga continue to make changes. After parting ways with head coach Jasmin Repesa the Malaga team has reportedly split ways with Krunoslav Simon (197-G/F-85, agency: Beo Basket) and Kosta Perovic (217-C-85). Krunoslav Simon joined the team at the start of the season. He tallied 10.0 points, 3.3 boards and 2.5 assists per game in EuroLeague. The forward also posted 9.5 points, 3.1 boards and 2.0 assists per appearance in ACB. Previously Krunoslav Simon spent 12 straight seasons with KK Zagreb. Simon was named A1 League Player of the Year in 2011. Krunoslav Simon was trumped All-Adriatic League Guard of the Year in 2012. The forward has been the member of the Croatian National Team since 2008. Kosta Perovic also moved to Unicaja at the start of the season. His stats read 3.3 points and 2.2 boards per game in EuroLeague. In ACB the centre had 3.7 points and 2.0 rebounds per appearance. Kosta Perovic previously played in NBA, Serbia, Spain. He has been the member of the Serbian National Team since 2008.
Caja Laboral: took 4th place (4-6) in Group C of the Regular Season, took
4th place (8-6) in Group F of the Top16, lost to CSKA 3-1 in the quarterfinals
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FCB Regal: took 1st place (9-1) in Group D of the Regular Season, took 1st
place (13-1) in Group F of the Top16, lost to Real Madrid 67-74 in the
Semifinals, lost to CSKA 73-74 in the 3rd place game !!!
Real Madrid: took 1st place (7-3) in Group A of the Regular Season, took 2nd
place (10-4) in Group E of the Top16, lost to Olympiakos 88-100 in the Final !!!
Unicaja: took 2nd place (8-2) in Group B of the Regular Season, took 5th
place (7-7) in Group E of the Top16
Cajasol: took 2nd place (3-3) in Group H of the Regular Season, took 4th
(last) place (1-5) in Group K of the Top16
Gescrap BB: took 1st place (6-0) in Group B of the Regular Season, took 1st
place (4-2) in Group J of the Top16, lost to Lokomotiv 64-75 in the Final !!!
Valencia: took 1st place (5-1) in Group D of the Regular Season, took 2nd
place (4-2) in Group J of the Top16, lost to Lokomotiv 1-1 (-5) in the
Semifinals !!!
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