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EUROBASKET NEWS REPORT - 1/19/2010

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ABA

Standings

ABA Standings

Exhibition Team
1. Chico Rage	1-5
2. Crusaders	0-0
3. College Park	0-0
4. Play2Win	0-1
5. Oklahoma	0-2
6. Modesto E.	0-4
NoCal Div.
1. S.Francisco R.	9-3
2. Clayton	7-2
3. California SK	5-5
4. Central Valley	5-6
5. Sacramento H.	5-7
North Central Div.
1. Chicago Steam	10-1
2. Columbus Crush	7-3
3. Detroit Hoops	5-2
4. Kansas City S.	4-0
5. Pittsburgh P.	4-0
6. Lake Michigan	4-4
7. Cleveland R.	0-0
8. G.Rapids F.	0-2
9. Youngstown S.	0-2
10. Akron Rise	0-5
Northeast Div.
1. NY Thunder	6-2
2. Jersey Expr.	6-3
3. Maryland M.	4-5
4. NY Red Riders	4-7
5. Tri-City Suns	1-6
Pacific Northwest Div.
1. Seattle ZG	3-0
2. Seattle M.	3-4
3. Everett	2-2
4. Spokane Sunz	1-1
5. Washington R.	1-4
6. Vancouver E.	0-0
SoCal Div.
1. LA Slam	4-5
2. San Diego S.	4-5
3. Las Vegas A.	3-1
4. Compton C.	2-1
5. Riverside R.	2-3
6. Honolulu	1-1
7. California BB	1-2
South Central Div.
1. Kentucky S.	8-6
2. Kentucky B.	6-6
3. W.Virginia B.	3-5
4. Smoky MJ	0-0
5. St.Louis S.	0-3
Southeast Div.
1. Music City Stars	7-2
2. Mississippi B.	4-2
3. Carolina K.	2-0
4. Charlotte	1-0
5. Florida Th.	1-0
6. Atlanta V.	0-0
7. Bahama PS	0-0
8. Ga PROWL	0-1
9. Columbus Life	0-3
Southwest Div.
1. SE Texas M.	12-2
2. N.Texas F.	7-4
3. Dallas G.	4-0
4. W.Texas W.	2-3
5. Texas Fuel	1-5
6. Texas Ch.	0-1
7. Houston T.	0-4

Fresh back to win - by Gianni Pascucci
The North Texas Fresh came bask to the win over the weekend, when they dominated the New Mexico Rin Rockers-Play to Win. The Fresh came out with a defensive minded attitude and started the game with an 11-2 run. A scrambling full court defense kept the Rim Rockers at bay with the Fresh taking a 45-19 point lead at half-time. After that time, the N.Texas team never loooked back, ending the game ahead by 39 points. Roland 'JR' McDougal continued his strong play defensively, but was also the top scorer for the game with 15 points. Jay Bowdy (6'5''-F-83, college: W.Georgia), back in uniform for a third game, scored 12 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. A'Daeron Duncan (6'6''-F-87, college: Coppin St.) also had 10 points and 12 rebounds to finish with a double-double.

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ADRIATIC LEAGUE

Olimpija and Millage part ways - by Zeljko Zule
Unon Olimpija parted ways with has American Curtis Millage (185-G-81, college: Arizona St.). He appeared in 4 games of Euroleague this season, averaging 2.5 points (2P 50%, FT 100%), 1.0 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 1.0 steals in 10.5 minutes per appearance and in 4 games of NLB Adriatic League, averaging 1.0 points (2P 67%), 0.6 rebounds and 0.5 assists in 7.0 minutes per apperance.

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ARGENTINA

Liga A week recap - by Facundo Iatzky
Penarol won two games mores and is the only leader. Atenas won the only game that played this week and follow penarol. Lamonte adapted well to Pena and Leo Gutierrez is starting to show all his potential. Boca Juniors and La union Formosa won their two games of the week too and complete the first 4 positions of the league. The highlight of the week was the huge victory of Quilmes over Libertad sunchales on the road.

Best 5 of the week:
Jonathan Treise (182-G-85)
Kyle Lamonte (191-G-84, agency: KMG Sports Management, college: William Carey)
Scott Cutley (196-F-85, agency: Interperformances, college: Cal.St. Fullerton)
Leonardo Gutierrez (200-F-78)
Edward Nelson (203-F-82, college: Connecticut)

Honorable mention:
Brian Woodward
Esteban Lopez
Roman Gonzalez
Andres Pelussi
Ramzee Stanton

Standings - LigaA

LigaA Standings

1. Atenas	7-1
2. Penarol	7-3
3. La Union	7-3
4. Lanus	7-3
5. Boca Jrs	7-3
6. Union S.	5-4
7. Regatas C.	5-5
8. Sionista	5-5
9. Obras	4-4
10. Quimsa	4-5
11. Cicl.Olimpico	4-5
12. Libertad	4-6
13. Gimnasia CR	4-6
14. C.Entrerriano	2-8
15. Quilmes MP	2-8
16. Estudiantes	2-9

Stats Leaders - LigaA

Points Per Game

David JACKSON
  La Union
  (196-G-82)
  Avg: 20

1. Jackson, La Union	20.0
2. Funes, C.Entrer.	19.8
3. Cequeira, Sionista	17.7
4. Assie, Quilmes MP	17.3
5. Moodie, Boca Jrs	16.7
6. Gonzalez, Quimsa	16.6
7. Woodward, Boca Jrs	16.4
8. Gutierrez, Penarol	16.1
9. Edwards, Quilm.	15.5
10. Lo Grippo, Aten.	15.5

Rebounds Per Game

Federico KAMMERICHS
  Regatas C.
  (203-F/C-80)
  Avg: 13.1

1. Kammerichs, Regat.	13.1
2. Williams, Union S.	7.9
3. McFarlan, Union S.	7.8
4. Rollins, Gimnasia.	7.8
5. Wolkowyski, Libertad.	7.8
6. Gonzalez, Quimsa	7.4
7. Leiva, Penarol	7.4
8. Assie, Quilmes MP	7.3
9. Osborne, La Union	6.8
10. Selleaze, Union.	6.7

Assists Per Game

Luis CEQUEIRA
  Sionista
  (180-G-85)
  Avg: 4.7

1. Cequeira, Sionista	4.7
2. Victoriano, Lanus	4.2
3. Martinez, Sionista	4.1
4. Labaque, Obras	3.8
5. Williams, Olimpico.	3.3
6. Franco, Estudiantes	3.3
7. Cadillac, C.Entrer.	3.3
8. Salles, La Union	3.2
9. Ginobili, Libertad S.	3.2
10. Figueroa, Aten.	3.0

Steals Per Game

Frank WILLIAMS
  Olimpico LB
  (191-G-80)
  Avg: 2.4

1. Williams, Olimpico.	2.4
2. Victoriano, Lanus	1.9
3. Funes, C.Entrer.	1.9
4. Moldu, Libertad S.	1.7
5. Pelussi, Libertad S.	1.7
6. Lopez, Quilmes MP	1.6
7. Labaque, Obras	1.6
8. Lane, C.Entrerriano	1.5
9. Woodward, Boca Jrs	1.5
10. Gil, Union.	1.5

Blocks Per Game

Federico KAMMERICHS
  Regatas C.
  (203-F/C-80)
  Avg: 1.6

1. Kammerichs, Regat.	1.6
2. Alston, Boca Jrs	1.3
3. Johnson, Lanus	1.1
4. Rollins, Gimnasia.	1.1
5. Assie, Quilmes MP	1.0
6. Williams, Union S.	1.0
7. Mata, Penarol	0.9
8. McFarlan, Union S.	0.9
9. Leiva, Penarol	0.9
10. Alloatti, Obr.	0.8

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ASEAN LEAGUE

ASEAN-League Round: 14 (Regular Season) - by Eurobasket News
KL Dragons - Singapore S. 78-71
KL Dragons stayed in the race for the last playoff spot available as they held off Singapore Slingers at home court. Shee Fai Loh (189-G-89) scored 17 points to pace the charge. Chris Kuete and Batumalai Guganeswaran added 11 points each in the win. Michael LeBlanc responded with 19 points for the Slingers.

Barracudas - Satria Muda 85-81
Barracudas earned the sixth win as they prevailed against Satria Muda. Michael Pilgrim (203-F-84, agency: KMG Sports Management, college: LSU-Shreveport) scored 26 points and grabbed 7 boards to pace the hosts. Leonidez Avenido had 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists in the victory. Nakiea Miller tallied 32 points and 16 rebounds for Satria Muda.

Thailand Tigers - Philip.Patriots 87-91
Philippine Patriots grabbed the tenth win in the season to consolidate their position on top of the ladder. Gabe Freeman (198-F-85, college: Costa Mesa JC) debuted for the Patriots with 21 points and 14 boards. Jason Dixon added 15 points and 12 boards in the win. Ratdech Kruatiwa and Attaporn Lertmalaiporn responded with 22 points each for the Tigers.

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AUSTRIA

Furstenfeld Bounces Back Against Traiskirchen - by Lindsey McIntyre
The BSC Raiffeisen Furstenfeld Panthers rebounded form Moday's loss to Gmunden with an 80-67 victory over the Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions Sunday night. Shelton Colwell (202-F-80, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Missouri St.) led Furstenfeld with 20 points and 11 rebounds. Terrence Roderick (198-G-88, agency: Interperformances, college: UAB) of Gmunden led all scorers with 26 points, including four three-pointers, and four steals.

The game was close for much of the first half, as Furstenfeld would gain a lead, but was never quite able to pull away from the Lions. The Panthers established an eight-point lead at halftime by out-scoring the Lions 21-14 in the second quarter. Furstenfeld then used an 11-3 run to gain a 15 point lead, 58-45, in the third quarter, solidifying the win with a margin that Traiskirchen was not able to overcome.

Neither team shot particularly well, but Traiskirchen was slightly better, hitting 41% of their field goals, while Furstenfeld only shot 35.5%. Turnovers really hurt the Lions, as they had 14 to Furstenfeld's eight. Play down low was crucial as well, as the Panthers outscored Traiskirchen 40-30 in the paint, out-rebounded them 39-32 and blocked six shots.

In addition to Colwell, Desmond Penigar (201-F-81, college: Utah St.) scored 15 points, including 9-of-11 from the free throw line. He also added six rebounds, four steals and three assists. Jasmon Youngblood

(195-G-84, agency: Strategic Sports, college: Kent St.) posted 14 points and four assists and Nathaniel Linhart (201-F-86, college: Akron) added 12 points, six rebounds and three assists.

For Traiskirchen, Vilmantas Dilys (208-F-87, agency: Interperformances) posted 19 points. While the Lions had no other double-digit scorers, Kevin Houston

(193-G/F-76, agency: Interperformances, college: St.Bonaventure) grabbed 10 rebounds.

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BALKAN LEAGUE

Slobodan Dundjerski -Amazing performance in the last round of the Serbian A League Game - by Interperformances
The Point Guard Slobodan Dundjerski (188-G-88, agency: Interperformances) had a great performace in the last round of the Serbian league. His team OKK Belgrade won against Napredak 88-72 and is currently on the top of the Serbian League standings together with Borac with a record of 12-4. Last evening Slobodan played 17 minutes and scored 14 points (4/6 for 1, 2/2 for 2, 2/3 for 3), 4 rebounds (2/2), 3 steals and 7 assists for valuation index 27!!!!!!!!!!!!! .This is a real point guard game. Slobodan is currently averaging in the Serbian A League: 15.8 mpg, 4.5 ppg, 2.3 rpg, 2.3 apg 1.8 spg while in the Balkan League he is averaging: 21.3 mpg, 5.8 ppg, 2.8 rpg 2.8 apg and 1.7 spg.

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BELGIUM

Stats Leaders - Division I

Points Per Game

Brian GREENE
  Aalstar
  (204-F-81)
  Avg: 18

1. Greene, Aalstar	18.0
2. McNeal, M.Hainaut	17.7
3. Black, Antwerp	17.1
4. Banks, Liege	15.8
5. Melson, Gent	15.6
6. Beghin, Antwerp	14.9
7. Tabu, Charleroi	14.9
8. Wilson, Verviers-Pep.	14.9
9. Green, Liege	14.8
10. Wilson, Aalst.	14.7

Rebounds Per Game

Will THOMAS
  Liege
  (201-F-86)
  Avg: 9.4

1. Thomas, Liege	9.4
2. Ebong, M.Hainaut	8.2
3. Young, Leuven	7.8
4. Randle, Gent	7.3
5. Merriex, Aalstar	6.9
6. Hilliard, Verviers.	6.4
7. Brown, Antwerp	6.1
8. Pelle, Oostende	6.1
9. Riddick, Charleroi	6.1
10. Greene, Aalst.	6.0

Assists Per Game

Stanley BURRELL
  Verviers-Pep.
  (190-G-84)
  Avg: 5

1. Burrell, Verviers.	5.0
2. Loubry, Gent	4.6
3. Bosco, Gent	4.3
4. Green, Liege	4.2
5. Gill, Oostende	3.9
6. McNeal, M.Hainaut	3.6
7. Johnson, Charleroi	3.2
8. Hamilton, Charleroi	3.1
9. Tabu, Charleroi	3.0
10. Black, Antwe.	2.9

Steals Per Game

Bryan HOPKINS
  Antwerp
  (183-G-83)
  Avg: 2.8

1. Hopkins, Antwerp	2.8
2. Thomas, Liege	2.4
3. Broyles, Charleroi	2.3
4. Black, Antwerp	2.3
5. Gill, Oostende	2.3
6. Wilson, Verviers-Pep.	2.1
7. Drobnjak, Oostende	2.0
8. Anderson, Leuven	2.0
9. Greene, Aalstar	2.0
10. Green, Lie.	1.9

Blocks Per Game

Andre RIDDICK
  Charleroi
  (208-C-73)
  Avg: 1.6

1. Riddick, Charleroi	1.6
2. Wilson, Verviers-Pep.	1.0
3. Pelle, Oostende	0.9
4. Costner, M.Hainaut	0.8
5. Wilkinson, Charleroi	0.8
6. Drobnjak, Oostende	0.8
7. Enobakhare, Ooste.	0.8
8. Young, Leuven	0.7
9. Randle, Gent	0.7
10. Sumpter, M.Haina.	0.6

D1: Round 16 review - by Eurobasket News
Aalstar - Charleroi 89-76
Aalstar handed sixth loss of the season to Charleroi, at the same time improving to 5-9. Brian Greene (204-F-81, college: Colorado St.) was the leading player in victory with 22 points and 9 rebounds. B.J. Raymond (198-G/F-87, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Xavier) also had great role adding 21 pts and 7 boards. Visitors got 19 pts from Dwayne Broyles

(196-F/G-82, college: JMU).

Antwerp - Leuven 72-77
Leuven grabbed 72-77 road win against Antwerp jumping to 7-7 score in D1. Parfait Bitee (188-G-85, agency: Court Side) was the leading player in this victory with 22 points. Christopher Young

(206-F/C-79, agency: Limelight Hoops, college: Michigan) added 12 pts and 11 boards. In Antwerp (8-7), Timothy Black (178-G-81, agency: Limelight Hoops, college: Barton (NC)) collected 20 pts and 5 assists.

M.Hainaut - Verviers-Pep. 79-70
Important win for Dexia Mons-Hainaut, who joined Pepinster and Charleroi now with 8-6 score. Craig Callahan

(203-F-81, college: NC-Wilmington) top-scored in victory with 21, while Jerel McNeal (191-G-87, college: Marquette) helped with two points less. Darnell Wilson (198-F-85, agency: Court Side, college: Canisius) delivered 18 points in loss.

Oostende - Gent 88-77
8-7 for Oostende and 2-12 for the last ranked Gent after this game. Stephane Pelle

(204-C/F-80, college: Colorado) shined for the hosts with 15 points and 6 rebounds, Caleb Green

(203-F-85, college: ORU) had 14 and Trevor Huffman

(187-G-79, agency: Duran International, college: Kent St.) added one point less. Kevin Melson (199-F-78, college: Wright St.) was on fire in defeat with 30 pts (4 triples).

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BOSNIA

Standings - BIH League

D1 Standings

1. Igokea	13-1
2. Sloboda Dita	9-5
3. Capljina	9-5
4. Zrinjski MC	8-5
5. Hercegovac	8-6
6. Borac Nektar	7-7
7. Celik	6-8
8. Mladost MG	5-9
9. Sutjeska	5-9
10. Grude	5-9
11. SL IAT Leotar	5-9
12. Slavija	4-10
Will join on later stage:
1. Siroki Eronet	-
2. Bosna S.	-

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BRAZIL

Paulistano/Amil joins Sao Jose/Vinac in Paulista Final - by Eurobasket News
Paulistano/Amil became the second Paulista League finalists. They outscored Vivo/Franca 87:84 on the road to join Sao Jose/Vinac in the championship series. The Finals are slated to tip off on January 19 in Sao Paulo.
Paulistano/Amil showed their ambitions early on yesterday. They grabbed a 20:18 lead at the end of the opening frame. Vivo/Franca however did not allow the visitors to run away. The hosts adjusted their defence and got within just one 37:38 at halftime. Things got even better for the home team in the third quarter. Paced by Tony Stockman (186-G-81, college: Ohio St.) and Rogerio Klafke

(201-F-71, agency: Interperformances) Vivo/Franca finally surged in front. They enjoyed a 3-point lead heading into the fourth frame. Paulistano/Amil recovered late in the regulation. They drew things level at 77 and the teams went into overtime. Fernando Penna (189-G-83) put Paulistano/Amil in charge 80:77 at the start of the extra period. The gap proved decisive as the visitors went deadly in the final seconds and sealed an 87:84 win at the end.
Luiz Felipe

(201-F-79) scored 22 points to pace the visitors. Dede Stefanelli (196-F/G-84) added 18 points, while Fernando Penna had 17 points, 7 boards and 7 assists in the win. Tony Stockman and Rogerio Klafke answered with 19 points each for Vivo/Franca. Helinho Garcia

(186-G-75) had 17 points and 6 assists in the loss.

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BULGARIA

Balkan Botevgrad sign Marjan Tasic - by Eurobasket
Balkan Botevgrad signed 30-year old Serbian center Marjan Tasic (205-C-80). Tasic played most recently at SCM CSU Craiova (Romania). While playing 15 games for Craiova this season he averaged 9.0ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.0spg. Tasic played also pro basketball in Uruguay.
By Eurobasket Data Center

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Aaron HARPER
  Levski
  (199-G/F-81)
  Avg: 25.2

1. Harper, Levski	25.2
2. Durchev, Chernomo.	20.7
3. Cole, Levski	19.9
4. Bozov, Balkan	19.7
5. Brown, Chernomo.	17.9
6. Webb, Cherno More	17.8
7. Angelov, Yambol	16.9
8. Gruev, Rilski Sport	16.5
9. Kyosev, Cherno M.	16.5
10. Dimitrov, Spa.	16.2

Rebounds Per Game

Bruce BROWN
  Chernomorets
  (213-C-83)
  Avg: 9.8

1. Brown, Chernomo.	9.8
2. Peterson, Rilski S.	8.5
3. Radev, Balkan	8.3
4. Brown, Lukoil A.	8.0
5. Kennerly, Spart.	7.7
6. Burgess, Rilski Sport	7.1
7. Dimitrov, Spart.	6.8
8. Angelov, Yambol	6.8
9. Yanev, Cherno More	6.5
10. Bozov, Balk.	6.4

Assists Per Game

Lamont JONES
  Rilski Sport
  (183-G-72)
  Avg: 6.2

1. Jones, Rilski Sport	6.2
2. Russell, Lukoil A.	5.5
3. Webb, Cherno More	4.8
4. Gruev, Rilski Sport	4.6
5. Aleksiev, Chernomo.	4.6
6. Frasor, Levski	4.0
7. Dimitrov, Spart.	3.6
8. Velikov, Levski	3.1
9. Harper, Levski	2.8
10. Zhelev, Cherno.	2.8

Steals Per Game

Julian RADIONOV
  Yambol
  (188-G-79)
  Avg: 2.7

1. Radionov, Yambol	2.7
2. Harper, Levski	2.2
3. Wells, Lukoil A.	2.1
4. Russell, Lukoil A.	2.1
5. Bozov, Balkan	2.0
6. Lilov, Balkan	1.9
7. Kyosev, Cherno M.	1.8
8. Dimitrov, Spart.	1.7
9. Angelov, Yambol	1.7
10. Frasor, Levs.	1.6

Blocks Per Game

Bruce BROWN
  Chernomorets
  (213-C-83)
  Avg: 1.5

1. Brown, Chernomo.	1.5
2. Brown, Lukoil A.	1.5
3. Earl, Yambol	1.0
4. Radev, Balkan	0.9
5. Doychinov, Cherno M.	0.8
6. Burgess, Rilski Sport	0.8
7. Gocevski, Yambol	0.8
8. Cole, Levski	0.8
9. Peterson, Rilski S.	0.8
10. Veselovs, Cherno.	0.7

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CHINA

Reggie Okosa will show up tomorrow - by Robert Wang
Mack tucker retired as a player, that shangdong team offered him a assistant coach position of the 1st team and also head coach of the youth team. He will be working long term as the team coaching and training players also. Its the result of 4 great seasons and a great relathionship with Coach Gong and General Manager in China. Hope Mack could help Shan dong team.
Another news is that Qing Dao Double stars signed with big guy Okosa Reggie (206-F/C-80, college: La Salle) and he has not showed up in the CBA official games yet so far. He just arrived in China today. He will play his first game tomorrow or this Friday. Good luck all!

The Best Player you may not know.....Jeremy Lin - by Alex Yam
Jeremy Lin

Wang Zhi Zhi, Yao Ming, Yi Jianlian , Sun Yue, and Jeremy Lin? The aforementioned 4 Chinese Born players have all played/currently playing in the NBA, with the exception of Sun Yue, who was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2nd round of the 2007 NBA Draft (40th selection), there has not been a Chinese player (guard) like Jeremy Lin of Harvard (although Lin was born in the states), who some are calling the greatest player to come out of the Ivy Leagues.

Last season Lin was the ONLY player in the nation to rank among the top 10 players in his conference in points, rebounds, assists, steals, blocks, field goal percentage, free throw percentage and 3-point percentage.

This season, Lin has the Crimson Tide program fighting for an NCAA tournament berth and a 12-3 record thus far, making Harvard a school known not only for its academic excellence but competitive abilities on the court, Lin recently scorched perennial NCAA powerhouse UCONN for 30pts and 9 rebounds in a tight loss, and opened the eyes of many professional scouts.

Lins parents are from Taiwan, and he also has an older brother, named Joshua and a younger one named Joseph, both who play basketball. Lin and his family are from Palo Alto, California, and have supported their sons in basketball since they were young.

Lin has the chance to become a global basketball icon, the likes of which we have not seen at least not in the Asian community, NBA or not, Lins future looks very bright both on and off the court.

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CROATIA

A1: Round 11 review - by Eurobasket News
Darda - Svjetlost 87-91
Svejtlost managed to overcome No.1 Darda 87-91 after a closely contested matchup. Jurica Spahija (203-F/C-83) led the way as he recorded double-double of 28 points and 11 rebounds. Fran Pilepic (193-G-89) and Matej Karlovic (200-F-89) were also impressive, finishing the game with 22 and 19 points respectively. For hosts, Dejan Meznaric and Zvonimir Ridl had 18 points each.

Borik - Trogir 96-98
Trogir also won away, beating Borik 96-98. Toni Bizaca (202-F-82) poured in 32 points and grabbed 11 rebounds as he led visitors to a narrow win. Ante Delas (201-G/F-88) added 19, while Matija Poscic (207-C-85, college: De Paul) had 18 points for the winning side. Borik got 22 points effort from Ive Ivanov (201-C-85) while Mate Mrva and Ante Devic chipped in 14 points each.

Dubrovnik - Kastela 60-80
Kastela had an easy job at Dubrovnik, rolling over its hosts 80-60. Stipe Rezic (201-G/F-89) and Ljubo Samadan (208-C/F-83) led the rout with 17 points apiece, while Dino Hodzic (190-G-90) added 11 points. For hosts, Filip Kruslin (198-G-89) came off the bench to score 18, while Frano Karac (207-F-79) finished the game with 12 points.

Zabok - KK Split 101-83
Zabok won at home, beating Split 101-83. Hosts were led by Robert Lez (200-F-79) who scored 22 points while Ante Krapic (202-F-85) chipped in 18 points. On the other side, Josip Sobin (204-G/F-89) had 18 points, while Toni Katic followed with 15.

Dubrava - Sibenik 93-66
Finally, Dubrava rolled over Sibenik 93-66. Zeljko Sakic (202-F-88) led the rout with 19 points and 12 rebounds. He received help from Igor Maric (196-F-85) who added 17, while Domagoj Basic (190-G-86) had 16 points. For visitors, Mario Filipovic (195-G-88) and Nikola Vladovic (214-F/C-87) stood above the rest with 15 and 14 points respectively.

Stats Leaders - A1

Points Per Game

Toni BIZACA
  Trogir
  (202-F-82)
  Avg: 25.6

1. Bizaca, Trogir	25.6
2. Vragovic, Dubrava	21.0
3. Mrva, Borik	18.7
4. Spahija, Svjetlost	18.2
5. Filipovic, Sibenik	17.2
6. Batina, KK Split	16.6
7. Bilan, Sibenik	16.0
8. Meznaric, Darda	14.2
9. Cosic, Svjetlost	13.7
10. Ivanov, Bor.	13.7

Rebounds Per Game

Miro BILAN
  Sibenik
  (212-F-89)
  Avg: 10.4

1. Bilan, Sibenik	10.4
2. Spahija, Svjetlost	10.1
3. Bizaca, Trogir	8.2
4. Sakic, Dubrava	7.1
5. Rahimic, Sibenik	7.0
6. Ridl, Darda	6.8
7. Krapic, Zabok	6.6
8. Vukicevic, Svjetlost	6.5
9. Radic, Kastela	6.2
10. Maric, Dubra.	6.2

Assists Per Game

Luka PETKOVIC
  Siroki Eronet
  (190-G-88)
  Avg: 6.1

1. Petkovic, Sibenik	6.1
2. Sumic, KK Split	4.6
3. Tomeljak, Zabok	4.6
4. Blajic, Trogir	4.3
5. Cosic, Svjetlost	4.0
6. Camagajevac, Darda	3.9
7. Kragic, Kastela	3.3
8. Radic, Dubrovnik	3.2
9. Vragovic, Dubrava	3.1
10. Bosnjak, Dubra.	3.1

Steals Per Game

Vinko BOSNJAK
  Dubrava
  (186-G-80)
  Avg: 3.1

1. Bosnjak, Dubrava	3.1
2. Sumic, KK Split	3.0
3. Petkovic, Sibenik	2.3
4. Tomeljak, Zabok	2.1
5. Kragic, Kastela	2.0
6. Cosic, Svjetlost	2.0
7. Blajic, Trogir	1.9
8. Vragovic, Dubrava	1.8
9. Batina, KK Split	1.8
10. Kaliterna, Kaste.	1.8

Blocks Per Game

Jere MACURA
  KK Split
  (205-F-80)
  Avg: 1.6

1. Macura, KK Split	1.6
2. Bizaca, Trogir	1.2
3. Bilan, Sibenik	1.1
4. Vladovic, Sibenik	1.0
5. Kamaldin, Darda	0.9
6. Sobin, KK Split	0.7
7. Radic, Kastela	0.6
8. Ridl, Darda	0.6
9. Blesic, Kastela	0.5
10. Krolo, Dar.	0.5

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CYPRUS

APOEL stays undefeated - by Nima Siar
Madisons Apoel Nicosia took care of B.M.C. AEK Larnacas on Saturday to remain unbeaten in league matches. Led by Lewis Sims who scored 19 points on 8/11 shooting and Milan Dozet who poured in 17 while nailing 5/10 behind the arc, APOEL's less than stellar performance was enough to beat down struggling B.M.C. AEK Larnacas. Down by as many as 14 in the 4th quarter, AEK pulled within 7 points before a couple of clutch threes from Dozet put the game out of reach.

Game notes:
Game was played in Apollon home gym as APOEL has another home match ban. Brandon D'angelo scored 20 points for AEK on 8/14 shooting and 3 steals. Brandon Heath

(193-G-84, college: San Diego St.) contributed 16 pts. 6 ast. and 3 stl. for APOEL. Eurochallenge play resumes next Tuesday Jan. 26th with APOEL taking on Scavolini Spar Pesaro. If the Nicosia side plays to their potential, they will have no problem taking first in their group and qualifying for the Final 4 in the tournament.

ROUND 11 - Highlights! - by Dr. Nasios Orinos
Keravnos's defeat by Apollonas in Limassol was the highlight of round 11. With its defeat, Keravnos moves to the 3rd place on the board.

Ael's away victory against Etha was the second highlight. Its victory has advanced Ael in the second place on the board.

Apollon, Etha and Achilleas rank at the 4th, 5th and 6th place with the same points.
ROUND 11 - TOP SCORER
Kiking Enad = 23 points

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DENMARK

Stats Leaders - Basketligaen

Points Per Game

Torre JOHNSON
  Bakken
  (198-F-85)
  Avg: 23.8

1. Johnson, Bakken	23.8
2. Kearse, SISU	23.2
3. Kearse, SISU	23.2
4. Smith, Svendborg	22.4
5. Morris, Aabyhoj	20.9
6. Cavanuagh, Aalborg	20.0
7. Nielsen, Randers	19.6
8. Johansen, Naestved	19.1
9. Dennis, Naestved	18.2
10. Vance, Aalbo.	17.9

Rebounds Per Game

Chris CHRISTOFFERSEN
  Bakken
  (218-C-79)
  Avg: 10.9

1. Christoffers., Bak.	10.9
2. Morris, Aabyhoj	10.5
3. Iversen, Svendborg	9.6
4. Vance, Aalborg	9.4
5. Miskovic, Randers	9.3
6. Johansen, Naestved	9.1
7. Cavanuagh, Aalborg	7.7
8. Johnson, Bakken	7.7
9. Willis, Randers	7.6
10. Kalvelis, SI.	7.6

Assists Per Game

D.J. SMEDLEY
  Randers
  (180-G-84)
  Avg: 7.2

1. Smedley, Randers	7.2
2. Jakobsen, Bakken	5.3
3. Bradley, Amager BK	4.9
4. Nielsen, Horsholm	4.7
5. Rinkevicius, SISU	4.6
6. Rinkevicius, SISU	4.6
7. Darboe, Horsholm	4.6
8. Dennis, Naestved	4.2
9. Smith, Svendborg	4.2
10. Iversen, Svendbo.	3.8

Steals Per Game

Johnell SMITH
  Svendborg
  (186-G-80)
  Avg: 2.9

1. Smith, Svendborg	2.9
2. Proctor, Bakken	2.2
3. Kearse, SISU	2.1
4. Kearse, SISU	2.1
5. Fall, Horsens IC	1.8
6. Fall, Horsens IC	1.8
7. Morris, Aabyhoj	1.8
8. Houguet, Aalborg	1.6
9. Nielsen, Horsholm	1.6
10. Dennis, Naestv.	1.6

Blocks Per Game

Edward MORRIS
  Aabyhoj
  (203-F-84)
  Avg: 3.2

1. Morris, Aabyhoj	3.2
2. Christoffers., Bak.	2.3
3. Johnson, Bakken	1.5
4. Willis, Randers	1.4
5. Guyton, Aabyhoj	1.4
6. Cavanuagh, Aalborg	1.3
7. Miskovic, Randers	1.3
8. Kalvelis, SISU	1.1
9. Kalvelis, SISU	1.1
10. Seilund, Amager	1.0

Basketligaen: Round 20 review - by Eurobasket News
Aalborg - Aabyhoj 72-63
Aalborg was better at home than Aabyhoj, winning the contest 72-63. Lasse Kristiansen (196-G-82) led the way for winning side with 22 points. Dreshawn Vance (203-F/C-85, college: Cal Poly - SLO) also had a monster game of 18 points and 18 boards. On the other side, Aabyhoj got 23 points from Edward Morris.

Randers - Amager BK 81-87
Mathias Seilund (201-F-90) poured in 30 points and grabbed 15 rebounds as his Amager BK was better than Randers 81-87. Nerijus Brasas (200-F-85) followed with 27, while Nicolas Christiansen added 12 points. For hosts, Chirs Nielsen and D.J. Smedley had 23 and 20 points respectively.

Horsholm - Naestved 62-60
Horsholm and Naestved played a close game in which hosts had slightly more luck on their way to 62-60 win. Adama Darboe (190-G-86, agency: Rasmussen Services) and Jens Hakanowitz (204-F/C-80) led the way for winners with 17 and 16 points respectively. On the other side, Lars Hoirup and Mickey Dennis had 11 points apiece in loss.

Svendborg - Bakken 84-81
Svendborg also recorded narrow 84-81 win in their game against Bakken. Niccolai Iversen (205-F-80, agency: Rasmussen Services, college: San Jose City JC) had 19 points and 17 boards, while Johnell Smith (186-G-80, college: New Orleans) added 18. On the other side, not even 26 points by Chris Christoffersen (218-C-79, college: Oregon) was enough to avoid defeat.

SISU - Horsens IC 87-79
SISU hosted Horsens and had a fairly easy job winning the game 87-79. Mychal Kearse (194-G/F-83, college: Mt.St.Mary's) led the way for winners with 26 points while Mindaugas Kalvelis (205-C-80) added 25. For visitors, Rickey Claitt had game high 27 points.

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D-LEAGUE

Sunday's games (4) review: Michael Harris scores 48 points for Rio Grande Valley Vipers - by Eurobasket News
Albuquerque - Iowa E. 85-100
The Iowa Energy opened up a 31 point lead over the Albuquerque Thunderbirds before coasting to a 100-85 win Sunday in Des Moines. The win moves Iowa to a league best 18-5 record on the season. Iowa jumped on the Thunderbirds early as Energy guard Curtis Stinson scored eight points in the first quarter to give the home team a 30-16 lead. Iowa extended their lead to 17 at the half and put Albuquerque away in the third quarter. Energy guard Jeff Trepagnier (6'4''-G-79, college: USC) scored 13 of his game high 27 points in the third as Iowa led by 30 points heading into the final quarter. Iowa finished with a season high 21 steals in the game as Trepagnier and Othyus Jeffers (6'5''-F-85, agency: Interperformances, college: Robert Morris) finished with 6 steals each. Stinson finished with 16 points and 7 assists in the win. Albuquerque was led by Carlos Powell's 24 points while Kevin Pittsnogle finished with 23 points and 11 rebounds. The loss drops the Thunderbirds to 9-11 on the season. *Courtesy of www.oursportscentral.com

Utah F. - Bakersfield J. 97-93
A furious fourth-quarter rally trimmed a 19-point lead to as few as 2 in the final minute, but was not enough to lift the Bakersfield Jam to their fourth win as the team fell to 4-17 with a 97-93 loss to the Utah Flash. Utah was led by 17 points apiece from Dontell Jefferson

(6'5''-G-83, college: Arkansas), Carlos Wheeler

(6'8''-F/C-78, college: Campbellsville) (9 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals) and Andre Ingram (7 rebounds, 3 assists). The Flash also got a Herculean effort on the interior from reserve forward Bennett Davis, who grabbed 15 boards and blocked two shots to go with his 12 points. Blake Ahearn, playing in his third game for the Jam, had by far his best performance - though his field-goal shooting struggles continued, Ahearn sank all nine of his free throw attempts and added eight assists and four steals. Reece Gaines also reached double figures for Bakersfield with 12 points on 4-for-11 shooting. *Courtesy of www.oursportscentral.com

Rio Grande - Dakota W. 126-116
Two days after watching the Eastern Conference leading Iowa Energy leave town, the Dakota Wizards welcomed the Western Conference leading Rio Grande Valley Vipers to the Bismarck Civic Center. Michael Harris (6'6''-F-83, college: Rice) had a huge game for the Vipers, scoring 48 points and grabbing 24 rebounds to help Rio Grande Valley notch the win in a game that went into overtime. Along with Harris' big game, Ernest Scott (6'7''-F-82, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Valdosta St.) also scored 20 for the Vipers. Will Conroy put up a double-double for Rio Grande Valley with 18 points and 15 assists. Renaldo Major had another strong game for Dakota, scoring 23 points and grabbing seven rebounds. Cheyne Gadson also scored 17 points and dished out seven assists for the Wizards. *Courtesy of www.oursportscentral.com

Erie Bay H. - Tulsa 66ers 102-97
Effort and execution are needed to win a game in the NBA Development League. The Tulsa 66ers had plenty of effort on Sunday afternoon, but failed to convert on scoring opportunities in the game's late stages, dropping a 102-97 decision to the Erie BayHawks at the Tulsa Convention Center. Frank Tolbert (6'4''-G-86, college: Auburn) drained 25 points in victory. Moses Ehambe

(6'6''-G/F-86, agency: Interperformances, college: ORU) also had 25, but in loss. *Courtesy of www.tulsaworld.com

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Morris ALMOND
  Springfield A.
  (198-F-85)
  Avg: 28.3

1. Almond, Springfi.	28.3
2. Harris, Rio Grande	27.5
3. Williams, Sioux F.	25.8
4. Farmer, Reno B.	24.2
5. Gaines, Idaho S.	23.9
6. Howard, Ft.Wayne.	22.4
7. Powell, Albuquerque	22.3
8. Tolliver, Idaho S.	21.4
9. Gee, Austin T.	20.8
10. Jerrells, Austin.	20.4

Rebounds Per Game

Dwayne JONES
  Austin T.
  (211-C-83)
  Avg: 15.3

1. Jones, Austin T.	15.3
2. Dorsey, Rio Grande	13.2
3. Tolliver, Idaho S.	11.4
4. Reiner, Ft.Wayne.	11.1
5. Kurz, Ft.Wayne MA	11.1
6. Bryant, Erie Bay H.	10.6
7. Barron, Iowa E.	9.8
8. Simpson, Los A.	9.7
9. Cummings, Spring.	9.4
10. Harris, Rio Gran.	8.8

Assists Per Game

Curtis STINSON
  Iowa E.
  (187-G-83)
  Avg: 9.8

1. Stinson, Iowa E.	9.8
2. Conroy, Rio Grande	8.2
3. Curry, Springfield A.	7.5
4. Jackson, Erie B.	7.3
5. Gaines, Idaho S.	6.9
6. Lafayette, Ft.Wayne.	6.9
7. Anderson, Rio G.	6.5
8. McLeod, Albuquer.	6.4
9. Shakur, Tulsa 66ers	6.4
10. Clinkscales, Erie.	6.2

Steals Per Game

Orien GREENE
  Utah F.
  (193-G-82)
  Avg: 2.7

1. Greene, Utah F.	2.7
2. Trepagnier, Iowa E.	2.4
3. Charlo, Reno B.	2.4
4. Baker, Dakota W.	2.3
5. Shakur, Tulsa 66ers	2.3
6. Gaines, Idaho S.	2.3
7. Stinson, Iowa E.	2.3
8. Jackson, Erie B.	2.0
9. Powell, Albuquerque	1.9
10. Robinson, Reno.	1.9

Blocks Per Game

Gregory STIEMSMA
  Sioux Falls S.
  (211-C-85)
  Avg: 4.1

1. Stiemsma, Sioux F.	4.1
2. Looby, Albuquerque	2.9
3. Ajinca, Maine RC	2.9
4. Simmons, Idaho S.	2.9
5. Looby, Rio Grande	2.6
6. Trybanski, Reno B.	2.4
7. Jones, Austin T.	2.3
8. Hardin, Tulsa 66ers	2.0
9. Blair, Bakersfield J.	2.0
10. Reiner, Ft.Way.	1.8

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Santiago Transaction - by Oscar Peralta
Most teams in Santiago are already making moves in the market to try and have a very competitive team this season. One team is Cupes de los Pepines who has felt short the last few years. They just made a move for point guard Manny Quezada who just ended a solid college career at USF after a bumpy start at Rutgerts University. Is expected that he will carry his success to Santiago One of theif not top league in Dominican Republic which is set to start Feb 25.

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EBA

Weekend wins for Bulldogs and Wizards - by Gianni Pascucci
The Elmira Bulldogs continued their winning ways on Saturday night with a 118-112 win over the Newark Patrons. Elmira were playing with out three of the teams top players due to transportation issues, but Eric Bresett (6'8''-C-85) scored a team high 28 points adding 13 rebounds. Kenny Gethers (6'3''-G/F-85, college: RIT) added 23 pts and 12 rebs, Cameron Arterberry (6'5''-G/F-83) 22 pts and 10 rebs. The Newark Patrons were led by Rashaun Wilson (6'8''-F-82) who scored a game high 30 points in defeat. In the same night, the New York Wizards improved their record to 3-0 by prevailing over the Garden State Rebels 104-97. This time, the top Wizard performer was Mike McDuffie (6'4''-F-86, college: Adelphi), with 24 points and 10 rebounds, and four other teammates ended the game in double digits.

Standings

EBA Standings

Capital Division
1. Alexandria A.	3-1
2. Washington M.	3-1
3. M. All-Stars	1-0
4. Beltway B.	0-1
5. NoVa H.	0-2
Dominion Division
1. TH T.Blazers	3-0
2. Salem M.	1-1
3. Hampton RC	1-2
4. Virginia W.	0-3
Empire Division
1. Elmira B.	3-0
2. New York W.	3-0
3. Connecticut S.	1-1
4. HV Hype	0-1
Mid Atlantic Division
1. DE Destroyers	3-0
2. Garden R.	0-2
3. Harrisburg H.	0-2
4. Newark P.	0-4

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EGYPT

Super League Standings

Superleague Standings

1. Al Ittihad	20-2
2. Gezira	17-5
3. Zamalek	16-6
4. Geish Army	15-7
5. Sporting	13-9
6. Somouha	13-9
7. Ahly	12-10
8. Gasco	8-14
9. Shorta-Police	7-15
10. Al-Intaj	6-16
11. Masr Ins.	5-17
12. Tanta	0-22

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EUROCUP

Benetton Treviso hire Jasmin Repesa - by Eurobasket News
Benetton Treviso decided to make a chance on the bridge. They split ways with Francesco Vitucci and appointed Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) at head coaching position. Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) has worked in Italy for seven straight seasons in between 2002 and 2009. He guided Bologna and Lottomatica Roma. Earlier Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) was at helm of Cibona Zagreb, Tofas in Turkey and Slask Wroclaw in Poland. Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) led the Croatian National Team at the 2009 EuroBasket in Poland. Benetton are currently at 7-7 record in Seria A. They also reached Last 16 stage of EuroCup.

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EUROLEAGUE

Zabian Dowdell to join Unicaja - by Eurobasket News
Unicaja continued to strengthen the roster. The Malaga outfit is about to land Zabian Dowdell

(191-G-84, college: Virginia Tech). The 25-year-old guard was last seen in the D-League where he played for the Tulsa 66ers. Zabian Dowdell averaged 12.9 points, 3.7 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game. Last season Zabian Dowdell spent in Italy. The guard tallied 19.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.2 steals for Monferrato. Unicaja also released Taquan Dean

(193-G-83, college: Louisville). The guard averaged 11.7 points in Euroleague and 9.3 points per game in the ACB.

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FINLAND

Standings - Division I

1st Division Standings

1. Tarmo	12-2
2. Lapua	11-3
3. Honka	10-3
4. Jyvaskyla	10-4
5. LoKoKo	8-6
6. Huima	7-7
7. BC Nokia	6-8
8. Ura Basket	5-8
9. JKS	4-10
10. Wartti	3-10
11. Kerava ET	3-10
12. Namika II	3-11

Stats Leaders - Division I

Points Per Game

Rob HAYNES
  Lapua
  (193-G-86)
  Avg: 23.1

1. Haynes, Lapua	23.1
2. Swanston, Lapua	22.8
3. Coleman, LoKoKo	21.6
4. Conerly, Tarmo	20.8
5. Leggett, Huima	19.9
6. Stamper, JKS	19.3
7. Riihela, BC Nokia	18.9
8. Jallow, JKS	18.4
9. Sampay, Huima	17.8
10. Favors, J.	17.7

Rebounds Per Game

Arsene TOWA
  Kerava ET
  (191-F-81)
  Avg: 13.4

1. Towa, Kerava ET	13.4
2. Nash, Lapua	13.2
3. Coleman, LoKoKo	13.1
4. Sampay, Huima	11.9
5. Leggett, Huima	11.8
6. Jallow, JKS	11.5
7. Douglas, Ura Basket	11.3
8. Pichon, LoKoKo	10.8
9. Stamper, JKS	10.4
10. King, Jyvasky.	10.3

Assists Per Game

Herman FAVORS
  JKS
  (174-G-84)
  Avg: 4.7

1. Favors, JKS	4.7
2. Ramey, LoKoKo	4.3
3. Nikitin, Honka	4.2
4. Conerly, Tarmo	3.1
5. Ahila, Jyvaskyla	2.9
6. Huff, LoKoKo	2.7
7. Riihela, BC Nokia	2.6
8. Rokala, Ura Basket	2.5
9. Juvonen, JKS	2.4
10. Pekkola, Namika	2.4

Steals Per Game

Ville PEKKOLA
  Namika Lahti
  (192-G-89)
  Avg: 3.3

1. Pekkola, Namika II	3.3
2. Nash, Lapua	3.3
3. Stamper, JKS	2.5
4. Rokala, Ura Basket	2.5
5. Favors, JKS	2.4
6. King, Jyvaskyla	2.2
7. Conerly, Tarmo	2.2
8. Korhonen, Kerava ET	2.1
9. Hanninen, Wartti	2.1
10. Little, Wart.	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Justice GRAHAM
  Tarmo
  (195-G-79)
  Avg: 0.8

1. Graham, Tarmo	0.8
2. Ojala, JKS	0.8
3. Johansson, Namika I.	0.8
4. Hale, Tarmo	0.7
5. Hassinen, Wartti	0.7
6. Paivinen, Wartti	0.6
7. Leggett, Huima	0.6
8. Streng, Namika II	0.6
9. Malinen, Jyvaskyla	0.5
10. Raami, Hon.	0.5

KORISLIIGA: KTP better in TV-game - by Rauno Hurmalainen
Korisliiga, round 27: One TV-game tonight. KTP (Kotka) was a little bit better at home than visitor Karhu (Kauhajoki). KTP won by 12: 84-72 (41-39). Quarters: 27-21, 14-18, 18-17, 25-16. KTP playing and winning as a team, Kauhajoki playing too much with individuals 1 against 1. And when Karhu's American players got in foul troubles, Reggie Golson (201-F-81, agency: Court Side, college: SE Missouri St.) fouled out of the game, KTP controled the last minutes winning the 15th time this season. Isaac Spencer (198-F-77, agency: R.H.Consultancy, college: Murray St.) led the hosts with 26 pts and 12 rbs. Eric Washington (192-F/G-74, agency: Interperformances, college: Alabama) added 24 pts. G Maurice Horton (183-G-84, college: Mount Olive) (Karhu) was strong during the second half. Jeremiah Wood (200-F-85, agency: Court Side) got tired at the end, but grabbed game high 19 rbs anyway.
KTP - Kauhajoki 84-72 (41-39) (Isaac Spencer 26/12, Eric Washington 24, Ryan McDade 15, Pasi Heinonen 10 - Maurice Horton 19, Reggie Golson 17, Eldar Skamo 15, Jeremiah Wood 13/19).

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FRANCE

Gelabale will stay in Cholet - by Maxime Lory
Cholet Basket announces today that the french forward, Mickael Gelabale (201-F-83) will stay in the team until the end of the season. Gelebale, former player of Real Madrid and Seattle Supersonics had diferent clauses in his contract, but he decided to continue with team. After his knee injury, he joined the team in November and average 8.7ppg and 5.1rpg. With Samuel Mejia, he helps Cholet Basket to be leader of Pro A with 13-2.

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GERMANY

Jason Boone (BG Goettingen) Wants To Take The New York Jets Momentum Into The EWE Baskets Oldenburg Game January 19th - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
Jason Boone is a 24 year old 198cm power forward/center from Sugar Loaf, New York. He is playing his third season with MEG Goettingen. He played at New York University (NCAA 3) from 2003-2007. In his senior year, he played 28 games averaging 14.1ppg, 9.6rpg, 2.4bpg, 2.9apg, FG: 63.0%, FT: 64.3%. Two seasons ago, he had a short stay with Bernau before making the jump up three leagues to MEG Goettingen. Last season, he averaged 4.4ppg, 4.0rpg, FG: 53.7%. This season, he is averaging 21 minutes per game and is averaging 11,0ppg, 5,6rpg and 1,1bs. He took some time to talk to eurobasket about the upcoming game against The Deutsche Bank Skyliners on December 12th.

Congrats on the 86-60 win against The New Yorker Phantoms Braunschweig. You guys have no Chris Oliver, have the Eurochallenge stress, so how does the team conserve all this energy?

At this level of basketball it's obvious that everyone has talent, I think in the majority of games played, the team that plays with more energy wins. It's no secret that we pride ourselves on that, the fans are tremendous and obviously help, but at the end of the day if you are used to bringing that energy everyday in practice, it becomes natural.

You had a monster game with seven points, ten rebounds and two blocked shots. Obviously, you always want to win first, but if you had to choose what do you do rather grab rebounds or score?

As a big man I know that giving up an offensive rebound is one of the worse things you can do. Going hard to the boards not only wears down your opponent but gives you easier opportunities to score. Not to mention it's the first stat our coach always looks at. No question, rebounding.

Michael Meeks had a great game scoring 16 points in 18 minutes. the guy hardly plays, and then has two incredible games. What do you admire most about him?

Meeks drank from the 'fountain of youth' at some point last week. With Chris McNaughton going down in Ludwigsburg, we relied on Mike for some serious minutes. As a veteran he understands the game better than anyone else I've ever played with and as a big man he's really helped me learn a lot. I guess more than anything I admire his ability to be a true 'team' player.

The next game is against The EWE Baskets Oldenburg. They are quietly in second place and have a four game winning streak. They are at about 70% playing wise and will get even better. What makes this team so dangerous?

Where would you like me to begin? The high level of talent in the backcourt, a solid frontline, one of the best coaches in the league? Being the only Euroleague representative in the BBL every team is going to make it a point to play their best against them, but with such an experienced team, it's always easier said than done.

The Oldenburg inside big men take the fewest shots inside. Does that surprise you? Could that be an advantage for BG Goettingen?

I didn't know that, but that is something we can definitely use to our advantage, sometimes teams like to slow it down and look inside against us, but that's because we like to speed up the game, if it becomes a fast pace game for 40 minutes, I think it plays into our hands.

What do you like most about the challenge of playing against Ruben Boumtje Boumtje?

As a child playing basketball in my backyard I used to pretend that I was on John Thompson's Georgetown Hoyas. Since I didn't end up going there/playing for him it's always a personal challenge anytime I can play against someone who did. Plus the fact that he's experienced, played in the NBA, and has what I want more than anything (a BBL championship).

Everyone talks about Ricky Paulding and Jason Gardner, but this season it has been more the Je kel Foster show. I guess you guys know that if he gets off to a hot start that will carry his team to success. Frankfurt witnessed that last weekend. Will that be a key aspect on defense to annoy Foster?

Like I said, this team is too talented to be shut down, but we feel with our style of play, we can definitely annoy the people that have the ball in their hands for the majority of the time. We definitely do not want to let Foster get hot against us because it will be a long night, but our plan is nothing more than to just play with more energy and outwork them.

Congrats on the New York Jets win? Are the Jets for real? How they gonna beat the Colts? Please find a way to stuff Peyton Manning!

Jets, Jets, Jets, Jets! Believe it or not the Jest have the best Rushing Offense in the NFL as well as the best Team Defense. So if you can control the clock and shut teams down, that makes you 'for real.' Peyton lives for big games, is awesome at home and has proven time and time again that good offense beats good defense but that's why we play the game. Let's Go New York

Who do you see in the Saints-Vikings game as winning?

If you asked me 4 weeks ago I would have said the Saints immediately but I'm going to go with the Vikings...maybe it's the purple.

What was the last DVD that you saw?

My teammate Taj Finger has been writing a movie script while recovering from his shoulder injury and I've read the majority of it...I'm not saying it won't be a major motion picture but if it comes out straight to DVD does that count?

Yes that counts. Thanks Jason for the quick interesting chat!

Thanks.

Chris Copeland (TBB Trier) Postgame Thoughts To 78-62 Win Against The Duesseldorf Giants - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
Christopher Copeland

(203-F-84, agency: 540 Sports, college: Colorado) is a 25 year old 203 cm power forward from Orange, New Jersey. He went to the University of Colorado from 2002-2006. In his senior year, he played 30 games averaging 12.1ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.6apg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 44%, 3PT: 35.7%, FT: 68.8%. In his first season overseas, he played for Beirasar Rosalia (Spain-LEB Gold, starting five), only pre-season, then moved to C.B. L'Hospitalet (Spain-LEB Gold, starting five) playing 4 games averaging 4.0ppg, 8.0rpg and then moved to Matrixx Magix Nijmegen (Holland-Eredivisie, starting five) playing 28 games and averaging 18.0ppg, 7.6rpg, 2.1apg, 1.5spg, 1.0bpg, FGP: 49.7%, 3PT: 40.3%, FT: 79.3%. Last season, he moved to Germany to TBB Trier playing 34 games averaging 13.2ppg, 4.9rpg, 2.3apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 56.9%, 3PT: 35.6%, FT: 74.8%. Chris Spoke to Eurobasket following the 78-62 win against The Duesseldorf Giants.

How big was this win snapping the six game losing streak? How did the team motivate itself coming into the game?

This was good for us to show how good we can be. Dusseldorf is a tough team but we focused in and played great as a unit.

Your injury against Alba Berlin didnt effect you as you scored 20 points. How did you feel? Were you at 100%?

Haha it definitely affected me. Still not a hundred percent, but had a good enough percentage to help the team.

TBB Trier quickly got their offense scoring 25 points in the first quarter. Was TBB Trier able to get their game plan going in the first half leading 41-29?

Definitely. We just wanted to keep the ball moving and be more fluent offensively than we had been those last few games. I think we did a great job of that in the start.

In the third quarter, TBB Trier exploded for 25 points to have the 65-43 lead. The game seemed decided at this point. What did coach Yves De Fragne tell the team to do in the fourth quarter?

Stay focused. We learned a hard lesson early in the season on how quickly good leads can disappear. He made sure to keep us in line so that wouldn't happen.

I would say key was holding Brendan Winters and Koko Archibong to five points and seven shots combined. But then again they only played 29 minutes combined. One wont see a shortage of production in a game by both combined often.

Yes that definitely was a factor. I think our guys took challenges individually on stopping them, but we did a great job of playing team defense. Koko and Brendan are great players and we wanted to limit their opportunities as much as possible.

You werent the most efficient player, but Maksym Shtein was who scored 13 points and nine rebounds in 15 minutes. Can you predict on certain days when the Ukrainian train will be close to unstoppable?

Certain Days? Max will always be a huge factor for us. Even when the numbers aren't the same he brings energy and experience to the floor. He is huge for the team ALL days haha

Are you surprised how ineffective The Duesseldorf Giants are this season? They arent a team one would of expected being near the bottom. Why is this team not higher in the standings and will they climb the standings?

I don't want to speak negatively about them. I think there are too many games left to be played. They have the pieces, for example Winters is one of the best shooters in the league and obviously Archibong is a tough matchup. I expect things to get better if guys can stay healthy for them.

What is your summary of TBB Trier at the halftime in the BEKO BBL. I guess the only way is up and the team needs to get more consistent?

Haha I guess that works for an answer.

What was the last DVD that you saw?

Not a DVD, but last Movie Avatar.

Thanks Chris fort he chat! Good luck against The Deutsche Bank Skyliners.

Thanks.

Chris Oliver (BG Goettingen) Post Game Thoughts To 86-60 Win Against The New Yorker Phantoms Braunschweig Game January 16th - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
Chris Oliver

(198-F-85, agency: Court Side, college: Radford) is a 24 year old 198cm forward playing his second season with MEG Goetingen. He is a athletic forward that has great hands, the versatility to play inside and outside, with three-point range on his jump shot, and has tremendous poise and maturity. He played at Radford from 2003-2007 and in his senior year, he played 30 games averaging 18.8ppg, 8.3rpg, 2.1apg, 1.9spg, 1.3bpg, FGP: 48.7%, 3Pts: 25.8%, FT: 74.8%. He came to Germany in 2007-2008 and played for the Kaiserslautern Braves of the PRO A playing 30 games: Score-2 (20.5ppg), Reb-5 (9.0rpg), 1.2apg, 1.3spg, 1.7bpg, FGP: 56%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 79.6%. Last season in Goettingen, he averaged 10.6ppg, 5.2rpg, 1.4spg, FGP: 46.4%, 3PT: 37.0%, FT: 75.5% in 34 games. He spoke to Eurobasket after the brilliant win against The New Yorker Phantoms Braunschweig 86-60.

Congrats on the 86-60 win. I guess they didnt need you:lol But really what a team effort to score 86 points without you huh?

It was a great team effort last night. They definately didnt need me. The team played GREAT defense and played very well together.

How difficult is it watching and not being able to help out?

Its very hard to sit on the sideline and not be able to play. Especially because I am so competitive. But our team is very deep and when someone is not playing everyone steps their game up.

Are you like a second coach on the sideline or do you just keep quiet and let John Patrick coach?

I dont help him coach, but I just cheer for my teammates. Sometimes I tell them what I see from the sideline, but I let JP handle all the coaching.

BG Goettingen outscored Braunschweig 29-11 in the first quarter. The game seemed decided here. Did Braunschweig not come to terms with the annoying Goettingen playing style?

That was one of the best defensive quarters I think I have ever seen. The team came out focused and full of energy. We were sharing the ball very well offensively too for easy baskets.

BG Goettingen led 72-48 after three quarters. Were you shocked how easy everything was working for BG Goettingen.

No I wasnt shocked. We were focused and determined the whole game and when we play like that I am never surprised by how well we play.

Braunschweig are unable to compensate the loses of Nate Fox and Michael Hicks. Do they need some reinforcements at this point of the season?

Its always tough for a team when you lose a player like Fox or Hicks. But Braunschweig is still a very talented team without them.

Was it a goal to limit Heiko Schaffartzik to as little shots as possible? He only took five shots.

We just wanted to make sure we pressured anyone who had the ball. We didnt have any special goals or anything for any one player.

I guess when you have a little used 36 year old Michael Meeks come in and score 16 points in 18 minutes, everything pretty much has to be going right for you. How difficult must it be for Meeks to play so strong two games in a row after sitting, sitting and sitting the last weeks?

Meeks has been playing very well for us the past two games. He is a veteran and knows that his number can be called at anytime and he has been stepping up every opportunity that he has gotten. I dont think it is difficult for him. Even though he wasnt playing he is still very skilled.

What is your summary to the first half of the BG Goettingen season? What have been the positives and negatives?

I am happy with the first half of the season. We have won some tough games in the BBL and in the Eurochallenge. The only negative is we werent playing well on the road early in the season.

What was the last DVD that you saw?

Final Destination 4

Thanks for the chat Chris!

Thanks.

1. Regionalliga West News - by Daniel Poerschke
In the 1. Regionalliga West the NOMA Iserlohn Kangaroos will have their third coach of the season, after Andreas Klippert stepped down on Friday afternoon, citing personal and medical reasons for his decision. So manager Michael Dahmen took over the team against BBV Hagen. Iserlohn won 119:100, thanks to a 35-Point Performance by Frank Benson (196-F-82, agency: Scorers 1st Sportmanagement, college: Oklahoma Baptist) and 30 Points by Steve Janzen (191-G-82). Dahmen will now serve as the clubs Head Coach until the end of the season.
UBC Muenster added US big man Brice Brooks (201-F-86, agency: Liman Sports, college: Sacred Heart) to their roster. Brooks started the season with TV Langen of the Pro A, but was released in December after psting 6.3ppg and 2.7rpg in six games. In his first game against Wulfen on Saturday, Brooks had 6 points and 3 Rebounds. Muenster still won the game 82:78, because Hayden Heiber (188-G-86, agency: Scorers1st Sportmanagement, college: Chaminade) had a great game with 35 Points, 7 Rebounds, 7 Assists, 6 Steals and only 1 Turnover in 40 Minutes.

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GREECE

Panionios land Dejan Borovnjak - by Eurobasket News
Panionios ensured the services of Dejan Borovnjak

(208-F-86, agency: Beo Basket). The 23-year-old forward started the season in Lietuvos Rytas. He tallied 10.8 points, 5.4 boards and 1.6 steals per game in the LKL. In Euroleague Dejan Borovnjak notched 5.1 points and 3.5 boards per appearance. The forward helped Serbia to win the World University Games in Belgrade this year. Borovnjak averaged 8.6 points and 5.6 boards at the tournament.

Second Division: Round 13 The Visitors day! - by Chris Mammides
An amazing and very important road wins from Panelefsiniakos took place yesterday afternoon in Lavrio. Coach Giorgos Skarafingas beat Coach Serelis and made a crucial step towards the A2 division. We had another three road wins from Panerythraikos in Argos against the home team of AEK, Apollon Patras in Evosmos against the local team of AIAS and Megas Alexandros against Apollon Kalamarias in Kalamaria. The MVP of this week was for another round Gannis Rodostoglou (197-G-83) who scored 27 points and lead his team in another victory. The results and the top scores in more analysis are as follows.

AEK Argous - Panerythraikos 60-70
Quarters: 17-21, 32-41, 44-55, 60-70.
AEK Argous: Gavanopoulos 13, Bellis 12.
Panerythraikos: Kallaniotis 13, Hopson 15, Haralambakis 14

AIAS Evosmou Apollon Patras 57-64
Quarters: 9-23, 24-41, 38-54, 57-64.
AIAS Evosmou: Papapetrou 17, Filiousis 14
Apollon Patras: Nikolaidis 12, Veskoukis 19.

Mantoulidis Anagennisi Floga 102 85
Quarters: 18-26, 42-37, 73-66, 102-85.
Mantoulidis: Gakis 10, Katsivelis 23, Trantas 20, Dalpas 15, Pallis 20
Anagennisi Floga: Galanidis 18, Georgoulas 22, Karipidis 13.

Apollon - M. Alexandros 64-65
Quarters: 17-21, 30-31, 41-50, 64-65.
Apollon Kalamatas: Kloutzos 11, Nanis 20, Thymnios 14
M. Alexandros: Dimas 10, Hrisohou 15, Maltesios 12, Kigmetoglou 12

Lavrio - Panelefsiniakos 74-79
Quarters: 21-11, 34-35, 57-57, 74-79
Lavrio: Giannakopoulos 27, Psileas 19
Panelefsiniakos: Tirlas 25, Avramidis 12.

Pierikos Arhealaos Keravnos Aigio 80-71
Quarters: 22-13, 38-28, 58-46, 80-71.
Pierikos Arhelaos: Mitsakis 12, Raptis 11, Gogidis 11, Gannis Rodostoglou 27, Cuk 10.
Keravnos Aigio: Grammatikos 15, Samourellis 17, Georgaros 22

Komotini - MENT 81-73
Quarters: 22-9, 43-25, 57-47, 81-73
Komotini: Dinas 21, Koutsovasilis 10, Veli 17 Paratsoukidis 12
MENT: Athanasiadis 16, Brozos 20, Makris 10

Doukas Ag. Paraskevi 83-73
Quarters: 22-25, 44-40, 65-60, 83-73
Doukas: Majitombe 12, Yfantis 18, Papoulidis 18, Papoulidis 22.
Agia PAraskevi: Sarikas 23, Hatzikostis 12, Mougios 12.

Stats Leaders - A1

Points Per Game

Jamie ARNOLD
  Peristeri GS
  (203-F-75)
  Avg: 18.6

1. Arnold, Perister.	18.6
2. Erceg, Panionios	18.4
3. Abrams, Trikalla	17.3
4. Green, AEK	16.4
5. Harris, VAP K.	16.3
6. Childress, Olympiakos	16.0
7. Kleiza, Olympiakos	15.5
8. Gregory, PAOK	15.5
9. Green, Olimpia L.	15.3
10. Monroe, PA.	15.2

Rebounds Per Game

Christophe MASSIE
  Olimpia L.
  (206-F-77)
  Avg: 9.6

1. Massie, Olimpia L.	9.6
2. Bryant, Panionios	9.4
3. Francis, AEK	7.6
4. Arnold, Perister.	7.6
5. Carter, Ilysiakos	7.1
6. Homan, Marousi BC	6.6
7. Vougioukas, Panellin.	6.4
8. Erceg, Panionios	6.4
9. Papadopoulos, PAOK	6.3
10. Kakiouzis, Ar.	6.3

Assists Per Game

Milos TEODOSIC
  Olympiakos
  (195-G-87)
  Avg: 5.3

1. Teodosic, Olympiakos	5.3
2. Papaloukas, Olymp.	4.1
3. Dickel, Trikalla	4.0
4. Collins, Kavala/P.	4.0
5. Lukas, Marousi BC	3.9
6. Karidas, Ilysiakos	3.8
7. Diamantidis, Panath.	3.7
8. Vasiljevic, VAP K.	3.7
9. Green, AEK	3.5
10. Spanoulis, Pana.	3.5

Steals Per Game

Clifford HAMMONDS
  Peristeri GS
  (191-G-85)
  Avg: 2

1. Hammonds, Perister.	2.0
2. Nikolaidis, AEK	1.9
3. Green, Olimpia L.	1.8
4. Collins, Kavala/P.	1.8
5. Karidas, Ilysiakos	1.8
6. Blakney, Panellinios	1.8
7. Petway, Ilysiakos	1.7
8. Diamantidis, Panath.	1.7
9. Katsares, Trikalla	1.6
10. Cummings, Ilysiak.	1.6

Blocks Per Game

Brent PETWAY
  Ilysiakos
  (203-F-85)
  Avg: 2.2

1. Petway, Ilysiakos	2.2
2. Vougioukas, Panellin.	1.6
3. Harissis, VAP K.	1.4
4. Homan, Marousi BC	1.3
5. Mavroidis, Marou.	1.2
6. Fotsis, Panathinaikos	1.1
7. Francis, AEK	0.9
8. Carter, Ilysiakos	0.9
9. Arnold, Perister.	0.8
10. Dozier, VAP.	0.8

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ISRAEL

Easy night for Maccabi - by Ryan Lexer
Maccabi has not shone bright recently in the Euroleague, but they had no difficulty in last nights match up again Hapoel Jerusalem with a 103-78 victory in Tel Aviv.

Maccabi 'Electra' Tel - Aviv 103 - Hapoel 'Migdal' Jerusalem 78 2 great quarters of Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv, led by Guy Paninis 23 points gave the Yellows to an easy night of basketball.

Trey Simmons,started the game off on the right foot for Jerusalem with his three point shooting, but good performances by Yaniv Green and Chuck Adison kept Maccabi up with the Reds. After a few minutes of lackluster performance by Maccabi, Jerusalem found themselves up 20-15 with three minutes to go in the 1st quarter and the game looked like it was going to be a good one. Pini Gershon switched to a smaller line up with Bluthenthal and inserted Perkins into the game. Unanswered baskets from Maccabi's Anderson and Adison had the score at 24-25 with only a little time left in the quarter. Adison continued to score as did Naimi who returned to the game for Jerusalem. The quarter ended 29-27 to the Reds.

Guy Panini entered the second quarter and scored on a pair of threes. Limonad added a three as well and Maccabi took the lead 36-33 with 7 minutes until halftime. Panini continued his 3 point bombing along with a big basket by Derek Fisher that catapulted Maccabi to a 7 point lead with 5 minutes left. Maccabis defense kicked in to gear, the crowd came alive and Maccabi started to extend the lead. Another three pointer from Limonad and 5 points from David Bluthenthal gave Maccabi a 15 point edge 51-36 and the first half closed 53-40.

2 minutes into the 3rd, Sharon Sason hit 2 threes and was able to close the gap to 8 points, while also returning the momentum to the Jerusalem fans. Not long after, Maccabi's Wisniewski made a three of his own, the first of the game for him and helped Maccabi steady itself with a 10 point lead after 3 minutes. Wisniewski and Panini continued to be excellent helping Maccabi to be up 66-54 score. Sasoon continued to rain threes but Maccabi in general was very good on defense, led by team Captain Derek Sharp. Maccabi closed the 3rd quarter 79-64.

The 4th quarter saw Maccabi fall asleep a bit, but a 3 pointer from Adison at the 7 minute mark woke up the Yellows and they continued to fly forward without looking back. More 3 pointers and dunks ensued in garbage time, the home town crowd was on their feet and Maccabi wrapped up the game 103-78.

Premier L. Round: 10 (Regular Season) - by Eurobasket News
Macc.Haifa - Ironi Ashkelon 86-68
Maccabi Haifa improved to 8-2 record defeating Ironi Ashkelon 86:68. Davon Jefferson

(203-F-86, college: USC) stepped up with 21 points, Hagag Dror nailed 14, while Mizrahi Moshe and Ben David Amit posted 12 each. Sales Brooks responded with 24 points and 10 boards for Ironi.

Maccabi T-A - Hap.Jerusalem 103-78
Maccabi T-A is superb with 10-0 record after another win over Hapoel Jerusalem 103:78. Guy Pnini

(201-G/F-83, agency: Arik Krayn Services) led the leagu-leaders with 23 points, while Eidson Chuck followed with 17. Lyons Leo delivered 18 points for the team from Jerusalem.

Bnei Hasharon - Netanya 64-63
Belcher Segado and Steele Ronald combined 24 points as their Bnei Hasharon stun Netanya 64:63. Danilo Pinnock

(196-G-83, agency: SportsTalent, college: George Washington) responded with 17 points in defeat and Killingsworth Marco collected 16 points and 11 rebounds.

Galil Gilboa - Ironi Ramat G. 87-77
Galil Gilboa shares the second spot with 8-2 record after the victory over Ironi Ramat 87:77. Elishay Kadir (202-F-87, agency: Avi Zilberman) and Randle Brian top-scored for the winners with 25 points each, while Dowell Dion notched 13. Ewing Brandon poured in 20 points in the losing effort.

Hapoel Holon - Ironi Nahariya 82-73
Hapoel Holon overcame Ironi Nahariya 82:73 in the last game of the Regular Season Round 10. Dwayne Mitchell

(194-G-82, agency: Pro One Sports, college: La-Lafayette) led the way with 21 points and Nir Jonhatan posted 15. Greer LaMarr ended up with 19 points in the losing effort and Taggart Shawn added 18.

Macc.Rishon LZ - Hapoel Afula 91-76
Maccabi Rishon LZ cruised past Hapoel Afula 91:76 as Larry O'Bannon

(191-F-83, agency: Beo Basket, college: Louisville) posted 26 points, Grizzard Rod followed him with 23 and Ben-Chimol Avi had 20 points and dished out 12 assists. Dentmon Justin finished the night with 22 points for Hapoel Afula.

Standings - BSL

Premier L. Standings

1. Maccabi T-A	10-0
2. Macc.Haifa	8-2
3. Galil Gilboa	8-2
4. Jerusalem	7-3
5. Netanya	6-4
6. Bnei Hasharon	5-5
7. Hap.Afula	4-6
8. Ashkelon	4-6
9. Rishon LZ	4-6
10. Hapoel Holon	2-8
11. Ironi Nahariya	2-8
12. Ramat Gan	0-10

Ironi Kfar Hamaccabia Ramat Gan sign John Sharper - by Netanel Dahan
Ironi Kfar Hamaccabia Ramat Gan signed 26-year old American guard John Sharper (186-G-84, college: San Diego St.). Sharper started this season with Ydra Asfalistiki ENAD Agios Dometios in Cyprus. It is his second professional season. Last year he played at Budivelnik Kyiv in Ukraine, where in 9 games he averaged 8.0ppg, 3.0apg and 1.0spg.
At his first offical game in the Israeli league John scored 17 points stolen 4 balls,had 5 assists and grabbed 2 rebounds.

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ITALY

Standings - B1

A dilettanti Standings

Group A
1. Fortitudo BO	15-2
2. Forli	14-3
3. Ozzano	14-3
4. Brescia	11-5
5. Trento	10-7
6. Treviglio	9-8
7. Omegna	9-8
8. Tezenis Verona	8-9
9. Montecatini	7-9
10. Castelletto	7-10
11. Osimo	6-11
12. Fidenza	6-11
13. Trieste	5-12
14. Riva del Garda	5-12
15. Jesolo S.Dona	0-16
Group B
1. Barcellona	13-3
2. Ostuni	12-4
3. Ferentino	10-6
4. Comsum.it SI	9-7
5. Perugia	9-7
6. San Severo	9-7
7. Palestrina	9-7
8. Trapani	9-7
9. S.Antimo	8-8
10. Ruvo	7-9
11. Matera	7-9
12. Agrigento	6-10
13. Molfetta	2-14
14. Potenza	2-14

Stats Leaders - Lega2

Points Per Game

K.C. RIVERS
  Benetton TV
  (196-G/F-87)
  Avg: 24.5

1. Rivers, A.B. Latina	24.5
2. Whiting, Aget IM	21.6
3. Goss, Scafati .	21.5
4. Crispin, Enel B.	19.6
5. Kemp, Banco Sard.	19.3
6. Slay, Carmatic PT	19.2
7. Rowe, Banco Sard.	19.1
8. Boyette, Miro R.	18.3
9. Jackson, Fastw.	18.1
10. Hines, Prima Vero.	18.0

Rebounds Per Game

Ndudi EBI
  Riviera Solare
  (206-F-84)
  Avg: 13.3

1. Ebi, Riviera Solare	13.3
2. Johnson, Scafati .	11.6
3. Waleskowski, Fileni J.	10.1
4. Di Giuliomar., Umana R.	9.2
5. Ezugwu, Aget IM	8.9
6. Chiacig, Scafati .	8.4
7. Hines, Prima Veroli	8.4
8. Brkic, Snaidero UD	7.7
9. Vanuzzo, Banco S.	7.7
10. Thomas, Enel Brindi.	7.5

Assists Per Game

Jason ROWE
  Banco Sard.
  (178-G-78)
  Avg: 4.9

1. Rowe, Banco Sard.	4.9
2. Brown, Snaidero UD	4.6
3. Hatten, UCC C.	4.3
4. Nissim, Prima Veroli	4.1
5. Young, Edimes PV	3.4
6. Garris, Umana R.	3.4
7. Scarone, Riviera .	3.3
8. Slay, Carmatic PT	3.3
9. Crispin, Enel B.	3.1
10. Draper, Prima Vero.	3.1

Steals Per Game

Marcus HATTEN
  UCC Casalpus.
  (186-G-80)
  Avg: 3.6

1. Hatten, UCC C.	3.6
2. Goss, Scafati .	3.4
3. Hines, Prima Veroli	3.3
4. Ebi, Riviera Solare	3.0
5. Draper, Prima Veroli	3.0
6. Young, Edimes PV	2.9
7. Skinn, Carmatic PT	2.9
8. Boyette, Miro R.	2.9
9. Rowe, Banco Sard.	2.8
10. DeVecchi, Banco.	2.8

Blocks Per Game

Troy OSTLER
  UCC Casalpus.
  (209-F-78)
  Avg: 2.1

1. Ostler, UCC C.	2.1
2. Pearson, Miro R.	2.1
3. Di Giuliomar., Umana R.	2.0
4. Hines, Prima Veroli	1.7
5. Ebi, Riviera Solare	1.5
6. Hubalek, Banco S.	1.1
7. Bryan, Enel Brindisi	1.1
8. Boykin, Fileni Jesi	1.0
9. Brkic, Snaidero UD	0.9
10. Hall, Fastweb	0.9

A Dilettanti Weekend Results - by Armando Caporaso
Group A

In the Round 18 very important victory for Bologna, that takes advantage of the defeat of Forli' and remains alone at first place in standing, with 15 wins and only 2 defeats. At Treviglio, against Co.Mark, the Fortitudo wins for 104-101 after an overtime. Davide Reati (193-G-88) is the best scorer of the match with 39 points and 14/21 at shoot! For the winners Alessandro Cittadini (207-C/F-79) signs 24 points, catch 7 rebounds and 5 steals. 19 points for Gennaro Sorrentino

(185-G-85) with 9/10 at free throw, 16 points and 8 rebounds for Silvio Gigena

(200-F-75) and good job of Davide Lamma (192-G-76, agency: Players Group), whit 15 points and 4 assist. Ozzano exceeds Montecatini for 76-65 and reaches the second place with Forli' at 28 points. Good performances for Stevan Stojkov (182-G-89) with 12 points and 7 assists and Davide Rosignoli (202-F-88), that closes with 13 points and 6 rebounds. For Agricola 17 points of Davide Parente (187-G-83) and 10 points and 6 rebounds for Edoardo Persico (208-C-87, agency: Players Group). Trento wins against Forli', that loses the first place in standing. 75-74 the final for Bitumcalor thanks Stefano Gentile

(189-G-89), 15 points and 6 assist, and Francesco Ferrienti (200-F/C-81), 17 points and 7/9 at shoot, helped by Gianluca Ghedini (193-G-82), starts by the bench, that closes with 12 points and 7 fouls suffered. For VemSistemi 16 points of Claudio Tommasini (190-G-91) and 18 points, with 8 rebounds (4 offensives), 5 steals and 5 assist, for Andres Forray (188-G-86). Riva, with the result of 88-75, destroys Jesolo, still without wins in this season (0-16 the record!). Luca Bertolini (190-G-85) is the MVP with 30 points and 7 assist. 20 points and 4 steals for Dario Scodavolpe (193-G/F-83). For the visitors 22 points for Massimo Guerra (192-G-69) and Alessio Carniato (198-F-78) (with 8 rebounds). In the other matches:

Tezenis Verona - Nobili Castelletto 73-82 (L.Conte 27 pts, F.Bellina 11 reb, F.Prelazzi 3 blk)
Paffoni Omegna - Edilcost Osimo 96-65 (P.Picazio 21 pts, A.Gennari 12 reb, T.Tempestini 4 ass)
Acegas Trieste - Siram Fidenza 90-93 (P.Nanut 22 pts & 6 stl, N.Lorenzetto 10 reb, S.Lenardon 5 ass)

Group B

After 16 matches Barcellona confirms his first place with a victory against S.Severo for 84-77. Ryan Bucci (192-G/F-81, college: C.W. Post) is best scorer with 25 points and 9/18 at shoot. 12 points and 4 assist for Francesco Guarino (182-G-79). Not enough the excellent performance of Andrea Iannilli (207-C-84) at San Severo: 21 points (7/11 by 2), 10 rebounds and 8 fouls suffered. Ostuni wins on the court of Molfetta for 85-83 thanks Domenico Morena (210-F/C-70), that closes with 20 points, 8 rebounds and a perfect 8/8 at shoot. For the losers 25 points of Maurizio Cucinelli (196-F-79) and 20 of Andrea Malamov (196-G-83). Ferentino exceeds Siena for 86-59 and with this victory is thrid alone in standing with 20 points. 16 points in only 15 minutes for Gabriele Guastaferro (178-G-91), 19 points for Matteo Metz (195-G-88) and Mauro Bonaiuti (192-G-78), that adds 6 rebounds, 3 steals and 5 assist. Marco Portannese (194-G/F-89, agency: Players Group) is best player of Siena with 16 points but 7 turnovers. Mike Gizzi (196-G/F-75, college: La Salle) leads S.Antimo at the win against Palestrina (81-66) with 25 points and 9/14 at shoot. 16 points and 7 rebounds for Filippo Politi (205-C-80, agency: Interperformances) in 23 minutes but the MVP is Simone Gatti (201-F-82), that signs 15 points, catches 11 rebounds and 5 steals. Stefano Laudoni (197-G/F-89) is best scorer for Palestrina with 18 points. The other results:

Adriatica Ruvo - Bawer Matera 65-55 (A.Zerini 15 pts, D.Zambon 14 reb, G.Palombita 6 ass)
Basket Trapani - Moncada Agrigento 83-79 (M.Evangelisti 26 pts, D.Pennisi 11 reb)
Publisys Potenza - Liomatic Perugia 65-66 (M.Pazzi 19 pts & 10 reb, F.Labella 4 ass)

Benetton Treviso hire Jasmin Repesa - by Eurobasket News
Benetton Treviso decided to make a chance on the bridge. They split ways with Francesco Vitucci and appointed Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) at head coaching position. Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) has worked in Italy for seven straight seasons in between 2002 and 2009. He guided Bologna and Lottomatica Roma. Earlier Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) was at helm of Cibona Zagreb, Tofas in Turkey and Slask Wroclaw in Poland. Jasmin Repesa (agency: World Sport Agency ) led the Croatian National Team at the 2009 EuroBasket in Poland. Benetton are currently at 7-7 record in Seria A. They also reached Last 16 stage of EuroCup.

Serie A, Top Players of Week 14 - by Stefano Pini
Mvp
Ebi Ere (195-G/F-81, college: Oklahoma) - Pepsi Caserta - 30 points (12/16 FG), 5 rebounds, 5 steals, 4 assists
Caserta improved to a 10-4 record. They lost 4 games on the road against teams that have a 23-5 of homerecord. The challenge for Sacripanti will be train the ambitions of his team, working hard to confirm an high spot in the standing.
Ebi Ere is Mvp of the week for the second time in this season and against Ferrara was a jackhammer for the whole game.

Best Italian Player
Marco Cusin (211-C-85, agency: Interperformances) - Vanoli Cremona - 16 points, 5 rebounds, 2 asissts, 5 steals, 2 blocks
Good reaction for Cremona after 5 games lost in a row. The italian big man dominated under the boards moving very well his feet, running very well in fastbreak, taking important shots also from outside. Against Varese he realized his carrer high but he'll be able to show his qualities again during this season.

Best Euro Player
Donatas Motiejunas

(213-C-90, agency: Interperformances) - Benetton Treviso - 14 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 5 steals
How consider Benetton's season? They failed Euroleague qualification, but is the only italian team that will go on in Eurocup. In Serie A they are 7-7, not a negative record, but they lost against Ferrara-Varese-Cremona, three teams that will fight against relegation. .. Gary Neal (193-G-84, college: Towson) is having a MVP season but Treviso needs that other players will make a step forward. If the Baltic Sensation will continue to play with energy like yesterday, Benetton's season could change.

Honorable Mention
Ksistof Lavrinovic

(210-C-79) - Montepaschi Siena - 20 points, 6 rebounds
Judson Wallace

(205-F/C-82, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: Princeton) - Benetton Treviso - 17 points, 13 rebounds
Petteri Koponen

(193-G-88) - Canadian Solar Bologna - 16 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists
Daniele Cavaliero (189-G-84) - Sigma Coatings Montegranaro - 15 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals
Joe Smith

(193-G-77, agency: Priority Sports, college: Al.-Huntsville) - Angelico Biella - 20 points, 3 assists

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JAPAN

BJ League Round: 16 (Regular Season) - by Eurobasket News
Saitama Bron. - Fukuoka Rizing 79-95
Fukuoka Rizing improved to 18-10 record defeating Saitama Broncos 95:78. Michael Parker (200-G/F-81, college: Evergreen St.) led the way with 26 points and 15 rebounds, while Bryant Marlyn added 19. Roberts Terrence notched 20 points and had 12 boards in defeat.

Shiga Lakestars - Sendai 89ers 71-88
Sendai 89ers grabbed 16-10 record beating Shiga Lakestars 88:71. Six players scored in double digits for the winners as Leonardo Pomare (203-F-86, college: San Diego) led all of them with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Nash Bobby replied with 16 points in the losing effort.

Oita H.Devils - Niigata Albirex 83-75
Oita H.Devils are 11'15 after the win over Niigata Albirex 83:75. Ricky Woods

(194-F/G-84, college: SE Louisiana) exploded with 40 points and 15 rebounds for the winners and Bell Michael added 22 points. Butorac Paul answered with 18 points in the losing case.

Shiga Lakestars - Sendai 89ers 65-83
Shiga Lakestars lost to Sendai 89ers 65:83 as the latter got 20 points from each Josh Peppers (201-F-85, agency: Court Side, college: Cent.Florida) and Guions Demetrius. Joho Masashi poured in 13 points in the losing effort.

Oita H.Devils - Niigata Albirex 84-83
Oita H.Devils grabbed the first victory over Niigata Albirex 84:83 also due to amazing game from Ricky Woods. The latter poured in 44 points and added 13 caroms. Burks Antonio stepped up with 23 points and 10 boards in defeat.

Toyama Grouses - Okinawa GK 63-76
Toyama Grouses lost to Okinawa GK 63:76 in the Regular Season Round 16. The latter improved to 19-7 record on top of the Western Conference as Jeff Newton (205-C-81, college: Indiana) paced all the winners with 20 points and 18 boards. Kirby Lemons (200-F/C-80, college: La-Monroe) responded with the same number of poits in defeat.

Takamatsu FA - Hamamatsu P. 90-113
Hamamatsu took the road victory over Takamatsu FA 113:90 as William Knight (196-F/G-79, college: UCLA) stepped up with 39 points for the winners and White Wendell posted 19. Okada Yu finished the night with 25 points in the losing effort.

Toyama Grouses - Okinawa GK 77-60
Toyama Grouses rolled over Okinawa GK 77:60 on January 16th as Kirby Lemons had 22 points and 10 boards, while Kato Makoto followed him with 15. Leach George answered with 13 points and 11 borads in defeat.

Saitama Bron. - Fukuoka Rizing 78-105
Saitama Broncos was beaten by Fukuoka Rizing 78:105 as Michael Parker erupted with 39 points, 12 boards and 7 assists. Bryant Marlyn nailed 19 and Ford Richard scored 17. Woodyard Terrence ended up with 19 points in the losing effort.

Tokyo Apache - Kyoto Hannaryz 55-76
Kyoto Hannaryz cruised past Tokyo Apache 76:55 in the start of the Regular Season Round 16. Josh Bostic (196-F-87, college: Findlay (OH)) poured in 19 points and had 12 boards for the winners and Takushi Naoto scored 16. Nakanishi Shoji replied with 13 points in defeat.

Tokyo Apache - Kyoto Hannaryz 81-87
Tokyo Apache lost to Kyoto Hannaryz 81:87 as the latter got 27 points from Josh Bostic. Clifford John collected 19 points and 15 boards, while Inman added 14. Aoki Cohey produced 27 points for Tokyo team.

Takamatsu FA - Hamamatsu P. 78-108
Hamamatsu rolled over Takamatsu FA 108:78 in their first appearance as Wilson Limar and William Knight combined 40 points for the winners. Gardener Michael had a great night in defeat delivering 38 points for his team.

Standings - BJ League

BJ Standings

Eastern
1. Hamamatsu P.	20-4
2. Sendai 89ers	16-10
3. Niigata Albirex	11-13
4. Toyama Grouses	10-12
5. Saitama Bron.	10-14
6. Tokyo Apache	6-16
Western
1. Okinawa GK	19-7
2. Fukuoka Rizing	18-10
3. Shiga Lakestars	13-15
4. Osaka Evessa	11-13
5. Oita H.Devils	11-15
6. Kyoto Hannaryz	9-15
7. Takamatsu FA	8-18

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KENYA

Uganda Federation holds Coaches Clinic - by Olusegun Ikuesan
The Athletes in Action Uganda Ambassadors in conjunction with Federation of Uganda Basketball Association coaches clinic from January 18 through 20.

The 3-Day clinic which will attracted top coaches from FIBA Africa Zone-5 will take place at the Victory City Church Ntinda Kampala.

According to Coach Gad Eteu of Kyambogo Warriors basketball club Uganda, the clinic will draw resource persons from Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda.

Day-1 of the clinic will see participants being taken through the importance of Spirituality and Sports by Coach Mandy Juruni of UCU Lady Canons Uganda. Building a basketball program and creating a coaching identity by Coach Eteu Uganda. A look at Advantages and Disadvantages of Zone Defense by Coach Carey Odhiambo of Cooperative Bank basketball club of Kenya the days activities will be rounded up with a papers to be delivered by duo of Coaches Cliff Owuor of APR Lions basketball club of Rwanda and Odhiambo of Coop-Bank, Kenya dwelling on building transition offense at the highest state of elite basketball and Principles of Zone offense. By Coach Carey

The clinic continues with seven papers to be delivered on the Day-2 of the clinic with an insight into a look at how coaches can use their position to influence lives positively and the foundations in building a man-to-man defense/ developing team toughness and elite play by Coach Timothy Odeke KCC Leopards basketball club, Uganda. Building full court team defense, a look at the concepts and principles to be applied by Coach Owuor of APR Rwanda, things I believe make a successful coach and a successful basketball program by Coach Eteu while Coach Smart Olumbo of Eagles Wings basketball club, Kenya will present papers on attacking pressure defense and Organizing training sessions, an example of pre-season training, with Coach Jurini speaking on the importance of team building on and off the basketball court.

The clinic will end with three papers on Wednesday and examination, the papers will focus on account of how God gave each of us a talent to glorify his name by Coach Eteu while Coach Juruni speaks on the elements to consider in scouting opposition games for competition and the third paper which will be jointly presented by Coaches Eteu and Olumbo will centre on building concentration as a coach and management of players psychology.

The Uganda Basketball Federation will also use the occasion to formally form the Uganda Basketball Coaches Association while certificates will be awarded successful participants of the 3-Day clinic.

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LEBANON

Mouttahed picks the MVP of EuroLeague "Duane Woodward" - by Maarouf Mawloud
LAfter the necessity for A guard-leader on the court Al Moutahed Tripoli decided to replace Micheal Christensen (203-F-85, agency: Pro Management Agency, college: New Hampshire) who averaged 19 pts and 8 rebounds by Duane Woodward (191-G-76, agency: Passing Lane, college: Boston Coll.) (MVP of EUROPE in 2005)
Duane Woodward very high level of player is a combination guard who primarily plays the point and can present some matchup problems with his size. A fine athlete, he plays a solid all-around game. Has a very huge experience all around t he world starting by Boston Coll. (NCAA) in 1999 averaged 15.6ppg, 4.3rpg, 5.1apg, 2.2spg: He scored 1,249 points (10.7 per game), pulled down 418 rebounds (3.6), dished out 488 assists (4.2) and had 204 thefts (1.7) as an Eagle. Then in Klosterneuburg (Austria) in 1999 averaged 22.8ppg, 5.2rpg, 3.9apg and played in AUSTRIA ALL-STAR GAME 1999.
In Oct.'99 signed with Antibes (France-ProA) averaged 10 games: 14.1ppg, 4rpg
From 2000 till 2002 he was all time in Germany with 24 ppg and 5 rebounds and 5 assists per game and then he played with AEL Cyprus and he was MVP of Cyprus, Best Guard in Cyprus even best Import in Cyprus in 2003, 2004 and he played in FIBA Europe League All-Star Game.
In EUROLEAGUE 2004 he averaged 22 ppg 3 RPG 3 apg and 3 spg and he was All-FIBA Europe League Player, Guard, Import player of the Year 2004.
And from this date till now he played in Italy ligua 1 Croatia A and back to Cyprus again with AEL and achieved with them Euro Cup SEMI-FINAL and attended FIBA cup all start game in 2008 and was All-FIBA Euro cup Honorable Mention.
Good luck for Al Moutahed Tripoli and Duane Woodward together in Lebanese League, Waba and Arab championship.

Tony Madison returns to Lebanon from Champville's doors - by Maarouf Mawloud
Tony Madison (190-G-71, college: New Orleans) is a professional American basketball player who was currently playing for Petrochimi Bandar Imam in the Iranian Basketball Super League. He is regarded as one of the best imports in the Middle East after playing in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia and Iran.
He played NCAA basketball for the New Orleans Privateers.
Madison was Lebanese Point guard of the year for 2 consecutive years (2003,2004,2005) and he was import of the year for 2004...In 2007 he was All-Arab Club Championships Best 3-point shooter
In other hands there's some rumors saying that Brandon Kurtz

(208-C-78, agency: Huss Sport Agency, college: Tulsa) on his way back to Lebanon from Champville's doors too .
Best of luck for Champville and Tony Madison

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LIBERIA

Kabba jets off to Libya - by Kristian Santiago
Liberian-American guard Sheiku Kabba (188-G-79, agency: Interperformances, college: Providence) is back on the court after being away for a year from the pro-hoops circuit. The experienced New Yorker signed to play for Al Ahli Tripoli in Libya where basketball is booming after the country hosted the African Championships in 2009. Sheiku played lastly for EclipseJet-MyGuide Amsterdam in 2008 where he won the Dutch championship with the team.

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LIBYA

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