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EUROBASKET NEWS REPORT - 1/26/2010

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ABA

One win and one loss for the Admirals - by Gianni Pascucci
On Saturday night, the Lake Michigan Admirals and Indiana Steamrollers once again put on a scoring clinic by scoring a combined 307 points in front of a crowd of approximately 400 at Lake Michigan Catholic. The final score was Admirals 162 - Steamrollers 145 and seven palyers from the Admirals were in double digits, led by Dominick Melton (6'6''-F, college: Wisc.-Parkside) with 30 points and Antonio Griffin (6'6''-G/F-84, college: CSU Bakersfield) with 27 points. Anthony Hogg, of the Indiana Steamrollers, had a career high of 40 points. The nigh after, the Admirals set sail to the other side of the lake to take on the #6 team in the ABA, the Chicago Steam. Final score was Chicago Steam 105 - Lake Michigan 98, with Roy Perrin leading the way in Chicago at 28 points.The best at the losing side were Antonio Griffin with 20 pts and 10 rebs, Dominick Melton and Odgra Bobo (6'6''-F-85, college: Oakland CC) with 13 points apiece.

Standings

ABA Standings

Exhibition Team
1. Chico Rage	1-5
2. College Park	0-0
3. Crusaders	0-1
4. Play2Win	0-1
5. Oklahoma	0-2
6. Modesto E.	0-5
NoCal Div.
1. S.Francisco R.	9-3
2. Clayton	7-3
3. Sacramento H.	6-7
4. California SK	5-5
5. Central Valley	5-6
North Central Div.
1. Chicago Steam	11-1
2. Columbus Crush	7-3
3. Pittsburgh P.	6-0
4. Detroit Hoops	5-2
5. Lake Michigan	5-5
6. Kansas City S.	4-0
7. Cleveland R.	1-1
8. G.Rapids F.	0-2
9. Youngstown S.	0-2
10. Akron Rise	0-5
Northeast Div.
1. NY Thunder	8-2
2. Jersey Expr.	8-3
3. Maryland M.	5-7
4. NY Red Riders	5-8
5. Tri-City Suns	1-7
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. Las Vegas A.	5-1
2. LA Slam	4-5
3. San Diego S.	4-5
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.	3-6
4. Smoky MJ	0-0
5. St.Louis S.	0-3
Southeast Div.
1. Music City Stars	7-2
2. Mississippi B.	4-3
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.	13-3
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

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ARGENTINA

Stats Leaders - TNA

Points Per Game

Derrick MILLER
  Bragado
  (202-C/F-78)
  Avg: 21.7

1. Miller, Bragado	21.7
2. Elsener, El Nacional	19.0
3. Melo, Independ.N.	17.4
4. Williams, Independ.T.	16.3
5. Tomatis, Alma Juniors	16.2
6. Ceruti, San M.	15.5
7. Truscott, San M.	15.3
8. Wilkerson, Ciclista	15.2
9. Ford, Belgrano SN	15.1
10. Barlasina, San.	14.9

Rebounds Per Game

Louis TRUSCOTT
  San Mart.C.
  (199-F-78)
  Avg: 9.1

1. Truscott, San M.	9.1
2. Ford, Belgrano SN	8.9
3. Leith, Firmat SF	8.3
4. Williams, Independ.T.	8.2
5. Benjamin, San M.	7.9
6. Espinoza, Argentino	7.8
7. Williams, Club 9	7.6
8. Frey, A.Italiana	7.5
9. Wilkerson, Ciclista	7.4
10. Fabio, Obera	6.7

Assists Per Game

Julian OLMEDO
  Bragado
  (187-G-77)
  Avg: 4.3

1. Olmedo, Bragado	4.3
2. Palacios, Firmat S.	3.1
3. La Bella, Obera TC	2.9
4. Lauro, Independ.N.	2.6
5. Ceci, Argentino	2.5
6. Perez, El Nacional	2.5
7. Safar, Argentino	2.5
8. Eiguren, Firmat SF	2.4
9. Gandoy, Belgrano SN	2.4
10. Spalla, Club.	2.4

Steals Per Game

Leonardo LA BELLA
  Obera TC
  (180-G-86)
  Avg: 2.4

1. La Bella, Obera TC	2.4
2. Elsener, El Nacional	2.4
3. Castets, Obera TC	1.9
4. Fernandez, Alma J.	1.8
5. Castelli, Independ.T.	1.8
6. Giletta, Alma Juniors	1.8
7. Clayton, Firmat SF	1.6
8. Bendel, Independ.N.	1.6
9. Ghirardi, Firmat S.	1.6
10. Williams, Independ.	1.6

Blocks Per Game

Kevin FRANCIS
  Argentino
  (203-F-84)
  Avg: 1.8

1. Francis, Argentino	1.8
2. Clayton, Firmat SF	1.7
3. Williams, Club 9	1.4
4. Williams, Independ.T.	1.3
5. Espinoza, Argentino	1.2
6. Ford, Belgrano SN	1.0
7. Kornegay, A.Ita.	1.0
8. Robinson, Argentino	0.9
9. Giorgi, Obera TC	0.9
10. Nwankwo, El Nacion.	0.8

Standings - TNA

TNA Standings

1. San Mart.MJ	10-4
2. San Mart.C.	10-4
3. Ciud.Bragado	9-5
4. Argentino	9-5
5. Club 9	8-5
6. Ciclista	8-6
7. El Nacional	7-6
8. Belgrano SN	7-7
9. Firmat SF	6-8
10. Obera TC	6-8
11. Independ.T.	5-9
12. Independ.N.	4-8
13. A.Italiana	4-10
14. Alma Juniors	3-11

Penarol cruise past Navieros to wrap up Liga Americas Group D action - by Eurobasket News
Penarol - Navieros 106:62
Penarol claimed the third straight win at the Liga Americas Group D. They bruised Navieros to occupy the top spot in the pool. Penarol advanced into the tournaments Final Four. Pablo Sebastian Rodriguez (188-G-78) finished with game-high 33 points and 6 assists for the Argentinean team.
Penarol dominated in this one from start to finish. They jumped to a 9-point lead at the first break. Navieros struggled to find offensive rhythm and began legging behind in the second quarter. Penarol exploded with 27 points in the period and took a 25-point lead at halftime. Things hardly changed after the main break. Penarol stayed dominant as they boosted the margin at 28-point mark into the fourth quarter. The Argentinean team did not slow down in the fourth quarter and successfully passed 100-point mark for impressive win at the end.
Raymundo Legaria

(178-G-80) and Sebastian Vega (200-C-88) came up with 16 points each for Penarol. Marcos Mata finished with 11 points in the loss. Anibal Salazar (178-G-88) responded with 16 points for Navieros. Carmelo Martinez (G) delivered 12 points in defeat.

Penarol: Pablo Sebastian Rodriguez 33, Raymundo Legaria 16, Sebastian Vega 16
Navieros: Anibal Salazar 16, Carmelo Martinez 12

TNA1 and TNA 2: Round 2 review - by Eurobasket News

TNA1

Argentino - El Nacional 87-69
After nice road win against San Martin MJ in Round 1, Argentino was too strong for El Nacional jumping to 2-0 in the second phase. Javier Ceci (183-G-79) was a key player in this victory with 21 points and 7 assists. Santiago Scala (186-G-91) and Selem Safar (190-G-87) helped with 15 and 14 pts respectively. Visitors got 23 points and 9 rebounds from Ije Nwankwo (201-F-85, college: Cleveland St.).

San Mart.C. - San Mart.MJ 83-80
Both teams faced with defeats in Round 1. San Martin C grabbed this one mostly owing to Louis Truscott

(199-F-78, college: Houston), who drained 23 points and pulled down 6 rebounds. Leandro Portillo (185-G-85) followed him with 19 pts. In the loosing squad, Gaston Luchino (184-G-82) had 17 points.

Bragado - Ciclista 85-83
Bragado outsmarted Ciclista in very exciting game, so both teams have 1-1 score in TNA1 now. Derrick Miller (202-C/F-78, college: Georgetown, KY) and Federico Pollio (190-F-79) stepped up for the hosts with 25 and 22 points respectively. Howard Wilkerson (198-F-84, college: Wofford) and Fabian Elias Saad (187-G-83) responded with 16 pts each in defeat.

TNA2

A.Italiana - Independ.T. 81-65
Luciano Rivero (186-G-80) led the way for Asociacion Italiana in this game with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Francisco Rasio (182-G-81, college: Miami Dade CC) scored 15 pts. In defeat, Juan Ignacio Mateo (194-G-85) had 19 points. Asociacion Italiana 1-1, Independiente T 1-1.

Obera TC - Alma Juniors 96-84
Obera jumped to 2-0 in TNA2 getting 24 points from David Harrison (191-G-75, college: Campbellsville). Facundo Giorgi (203-F-85, college: Florida Intern.) also had a great role adding double-double of 21 points and 15 rebounds. Alma Juniors (0-2) got 21 pts from Jackie Rogers (203-F-78, agency: Liman Sports, college: Massachusetts).

Firmat SF - Belgrano SN 73-63
First win for Firmat in TNA2 and at the same time first loss for Belgrano SN. Justin Leith (201-F-81, college: Merrimack) was the leading player in victory with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Facundo Brizuela (203-F/C-80) replied with 18 points and 5 rebounds for Belgrano.

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AUSTRALIA

NBL: Round 17 review - by Eurobasket News
Perth - Tigers 94-78
Jesse Wagstaff (203-F-86, college: Metro St.) stepped up for the Wildcats in the last game of Round 17 scoring 21 points. Luke Schenscher

(216-C-82, agency: Priority Sports, college: Georgia Tech) secured a nice help adding 16 points and 6 rebounds, and the Wildcats stay on top with 15-9 score. Daryl Corletto (193-G-81) delivered 17 pts for the Tigers (10-13).

Taipans - Crocodiles 87-81
The winning squad had couple of players in a game mood with Dusty Rychart (201-F-79, agency: Priority Sports, college: Minnesota) leading the way with 21 points. Julien Mills (193-G/F-85, agency: Warren Sports International, college: Ball St.) had 16 pts and 8 boards and two more players were in double digits. Peter Crawford (193-G-79) scored 16 pts for the Crocs. Taipans 10-15, Crocs 13-10.

Hawks - Crocodiles 93-86
13th victory for the Hawks, who got 19 points and 8 rebounds from Cameron Tragardh. Mat Campbell (196-F/G-76, college: Towson) had 17 and Tim Coenraad (201-G/F-85, college: Nova SE) added 2 points less. In Townsville Crocs, Corey Williams came up with 22 points and 7 rebounds.

Tigers - Perth 100-86
The Melbourne Tigers scored 100 pts in this game, what was enough for comfortable victory. Julius Hodge (201-G-83, college: N.Carolina St.) (9 rebs) and Mark Worthington (6 rebs) led the winners with 25 and 23 points respectively. Kevin Lisch (188-G, agency: Warren Sports International, college: St.Louis) top-scored in loss with 18 pts.

Breakers - 36ers 103-89
What a performance by Kirk Penney (196-G-80, college: Wisconsin). He made 9 of 15 attempts from behind the arc scoring 49 points in total, and all of that in just 34 minutes. CJ Bruton had 20 pts in this win. John Gilchrist

(187-G-84, college: Maryland) replied with 22 points and 7 rebounds from Adelaide.

Blaze - Breakers 81-95
11-13 for the Breakers and 13-10 for the Blaze after this game. Kevin Braswell was a key player in victory with 22 points. CJ Bruton (188-G-75, agency: Gross Zeev ISA, college: Indian Hills CC) and Tony Ronaldson followed him with 17 points each. In defeat, James Harvey had 19 pts.

Crocodiles - Hawks 73-59
Corey Williams (191-G-77, college: Alabama St.) was totally the best player in this victory draining 25 points. Stephen Hoare (201-F-75, college: N.Idaho JC) had 13 and was the last one with double digits. In Wollongong Hawks, Cameron Tragardh (209-C/F-83, college: ORU) had 10 points.

Stats Leaders - NBL

Points Per Game

Kirk PENNEY
  Breakers
  (196-G-80)
  Avg: 22.8

1. Penney, Breakers	22.8
2. Williams, Crocodiles	19.2
3. McKee, Hawks	17.9
4. Ballinger, 36ers	17.3
5. Gilchrist, 36ers	17.1
6. Hodge, Tigers	16.9
7. Bruton, Breakers	16.7
8. Worthington, Tig.	16.4
9. Ubaka, Blaze	16.3
10. Redhage, Per.	15.3

Rebounds Per Game

Rick RICKERT
  Breakers
  (211-F-83)
  Avg: 7.1

1. Rickert, Breakers	7.1
2. Petrie, Blaze	7.0
3. Davidson, Hawks	7.0
4. Roberts, Crocodiles	6.9
5. Holmes, 36ers	6.8
6. Rychart, Taipans	6.8
7. Worthington, Tig.	6.7
8. Schenscher, Perth	6.5
9. Maxey, Blaze	6.3
10. Anstey, Tige.	5.9

Assists Per Game

Julius HODGE
  Tigers
  (201-G-83)
  Avg: 6.1

1. Hodge, Tigers	6.1
2. McKee, Hawks	4.5
3. Gilchrist, 36ers	4.4
4. Ubaka, Blaze	4.2
5. Gibson, Blaze	3.7
6. Williams, Crocodiles	3.6
7. Bruton, Breakers	3.4
8. Crosswell, Tigers	3.4
9. Boucher, Breakers	3.3
10. Groves, 36e.	3.1

Steals Per Game

Corey WILLIAMS
  Crocodiles
  (191-G-77)
  Avg: 1.5

1. Williams, Crocodiles	1.5
2. Saville, Hawks	1.5
3. Martin, Perth	1.5
4. Jones, Taipans	1.4
5. Hodge, Tigers	1.3
6. Bruton, Breakers	1.3
7. McKee, Hawks	1.2
8. Boucher, Breakers	1.2
9. Lisch, Perth	1.1
10. Robbins, Per.	1.1

Blocks Per Game

Julius HODGE
  Tigers
  (201-G-83)
  Avg: 1.1

1. Hodge, Tigers	1.1
2. Williams, Crocodiles	0.8
3. Maxey, Blaze	0.7
4. Penney, Breakers	0.7
5. Rickert, Breakers	0.7
6. Redhage, Perth	0.7
7. Rychart, Taipans	0.6
8. Melzer, Taipans	0.6
9. Bradshaw, Blaze	0.6
10. Worthington, T.	0.5

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BELARUS

Standings - Premier League

Premier League Standings

1. Minsk-2006	20-0
2. OZAA Osipov.	17-5
3. Grodno-93	16-4
4. Sozh Gomel	10-10
5. Lokomotiv	9-11
6. BNTU	6-16
7. Vitalyur	5-17
8. Temp-OSHVSM	1-21

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BELGIUM

Standings - Division II

D2 Standings

1. Fleurus	13-3
2. Bree	11-4
3. Sint-Jan Ant.	10-6
4. Pitzemburg	9-7
5. De Westhoek	9-8
6. Hasselt	8-8
7. Kangar.-Boom	8-8
8. Excelsior	7-7
9. Waregem	7-8
10. Essor Charleroi	7-9
11. Carnieres	6-9
12. Zolder	5-10
13. Nivelles	5-10
14. Jupille	3-11

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BRAZIL

Universo/BRB narrowly defeat Halcones Cordoba - by Eurobasket News
Universo/BRB - Halcones Cordoba 99:98 (OT)
Universo/BRB sweetened their Liga Americas pill with a tough win against Halcones Cordoba on the final day of action in Group D. The game turned into a real basketball thriller with outcome decided in overtime. Universo/BRB got to the better start. They outscored the Mexican team 25:20 in the first quarter. The Brazilian team stayed in charge in the second period. They arrived at halftime up by 6 points 48:42. The third stanza brought little change onto the court. The sides traded baskets as Universo/BRB entered the fourth quarter ahead by six. But Halcones Cordoba did not allow their opponents to seal the win in regulation. Blake Walker (196-G/F-82, college: Portland St.) had an inspirational performance that put Halcones on level terms with the Brazilian team. The teams were tied at 90 at the end of the regulation. Alexandre Garcia (191-G-80, agency: Interperformances) and Wellington dos Santos gave the needed boost for Universo/BRB in extra period and the team eked out a tough victory at the end.
Alexandre Garcia unloaded 27 points and made 6 steals to lead the way for Universo/BRB. Valtinho Silva (187-G-77, agency: Interperformances) added 18 points for the winners. Blake Walker stepped up with game-high 37 points for Halcones Cordoba. Martin Osimani (194-G-81, college: Duquesne) had 12 points, 10 assists and 7 boards in defeat.

Universo/BRB: Alexandre Garcia 27, Valtinho Silva 18, Guilherme Giovannoni (202-F-80, agency: Interperformances) 17
Halcones Cordoba: Blake Walker 37, Martin Osimani 12+10 assists

Erec Tatu has a new team - by Paulo Freire
Eric Tatu is the new point guard of Bauru GRSA/Itabom. After the lost to Sao Jose on the semifinals of the Paulista State Tornament, coach Guerrinha said about the need for another guard to rotate with the American Larry Taylor. Guerrinha explains that Tatu has recovered from an injury, which occurred five months ago, did the physical preparation and technique and was training in Brasilia.
Tatu played in Limeira, Sao Paulo where he was State Champion in 2009, but was without a team.
With the new addition, Team directors decide to release center and point guard
Wtith the new addition of Eric Romualdo (185-G-83), Team Directors decide to release center Marcelo Da Silva (215-C-85, college: Arizona W. CC) and point guard Luiz Felipe Soriani (188-G-89)

Assis change coach and has a new player - by Paulo Freire
The center Leandro Buboltz of 26 years is the player of Assis Basket to fight for the NBB. Leandro is 2.00 Meters tall and weighs 102 kg. He played in college basketball in the United States, in South Alabama in 2006/2007season had an average of 7.3 points per game and 22.5 minutes per game on the court.
Last season on the NBB he played for the Lajeado team, one of the worst of the competition, and had an average of 9.8 points in 28 games. On two confrontations with the Assis team, Leandro Buboltz scored 13 points on March 11, 2009, and in Lajeado city had 20 points in the match held on 29 April.
Leandro Buboltz (198-F-83) came in to replace power forward Anderson Mosso (205-F/C-82, college: Chipola) that is hurt for the rest of the season with a knee problem.

The team of Assis Basket after five years at the helm of the team of Assis Basket, coach Marco Antonio Aga will leave the post of Commander of the team and will occupy the Technical Coordinator for the post of coaching the team assisense already chosen a replacement, it is Carlos Alberto Rodrigues, who has coach some great teams such as Corinthians / Mogi, Minas Tenis Clube, UNIT / Uberl�ndia, in addition to as the Brazilian national team in preparation for the Olympics in Atlanta in 1996 (14 games, 13 wins and 1 loss).

The new coach of Assis Basket, Carlao, 47, is a native of Franca. His last work as a coach in a professional team were outside the country, coaching Trotamundos of Carabobo in Venezuela in 2007 and Venados of Nuevo Laredo in Mexico in 2008, both competing in national championships. Last year the 'prof. Carlao' was over the role of Technical Coordinator of the basic young categories of ASPA in Franca.

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BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

Chino scores 24 more - by David Edole

Essex Pirates - George 24, Mumuni 20, Adu 16
Worthing Thunder - Zabas 22, Bratton 20, Prezzie-Blue 16

Worthing Thunder moved into the BBL Championships top seven with a hard fought 85-90 road win at Essex Pirates.

Pirates, playing on back-to-back nights after losing at league leaders Sheffield on Friday, began the match well and led 26-20 at the end of the first quarter. Thunder trimmed the gap to one (44-43) by half time.

Worthing managed to edge ahead during the third quarter as they took a 62-66 lead into the final stanza.

Essex tied the match at 72-72 with just over five minutes remaining and trailed by just one (80-81) with 1.54 on the clock.

However, a jam by Thunders BBL slam-dunk runner-up Kadiri Richard opened up a four point lead (81-85) and the visitors were able to hold on from the free throw line from there.

Pirates Randy George (200-F-81, college: Henderson St.) led all scorers with 24 while Evaldas Zabas led Worthing with 22.

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CROATIA

Maccabi Electra in for Prkacin - by Tomislav Maric
Israeli Champions Maccabi Electra Tel-Aviv are trying to sign Croat Veteran center - Nikola Prkacin (208-C-75) till the end of the season.
Reports this morning from Zagreb are saying that Maccabi agreed a minimal fee with Cibona and the player is ready to move to Israel.
Prkacin,if the deal goes through, is replacing Polish Forward -Maciej Lampe (210-C-85) who was released by Maccabi and moved to Unics Kazan.
Maccabi Tel-Aviv is starting the Top16 pahse this thursday in Italy against Montepaschi Siena and trying to finilaze the deal that the player can be in the squad for the game.

Stats Leaders - A1

Points Per Game

Toni BIZACA
  Trogir
  (202-F-82)
  Avg: 26.2

1. Bizaca, Trogir	26.2
2. Vragovic, Dubrava	21.0
3. Mrva, Borik	18.4
4. Spahija, Svjetlost	18.2
5. Filipovic, Sibenik	17.2
6. Bilan, Sibenik	16.0
7. Batina, KK Split	14.9
8. Krolo, Darda	14.3
9. Sakic, Dubrava	14.0
10. Ivanov, Bor.	13.8

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	7.8
4. Krapic, Zabok	7.1
5. Rahimic, Sibenik	7.0
6. Sakic, Dubrava	6.9
7. Ridl, Darda	6.7
8. Vukicevic, Svjetlost	6.5
9. Krolo, Darda	6.4
10. Sobin, KK Spl.	6.3

Assists Per Game

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

1. Petkovic, Sibenik	6.1
2. Tomeljak, Zabok	4.7
3. Sumic, KK Split	4.5
4. Camagajevac, Darda	4.2
5. Blajic, Trogir	4.1
6. Cosic, Svjetlost	4.0
7. Radic, Dubrovnik	3.2
8. Vragovic, Dubrava	3.1
9. Bosnjak, Dubrava	3.1
10. Norac, Svjetlo.	2.9

Steals Per Game

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

1. Bosnjak, Dubrava	3.1
2. Sumic, KK Split	2.9
3. Petkovic, Sibenik	2.3
4. Tomeljak, Zabok	2.2
5. Cosic, Svjetlost	2.0
6. Kragic, Kastela	2.0
7. Vragovic, Dubrava	1.8
8. Blajic, Trogir	1.8
9. Scepanovic, Dubro.	1.8
10. Kaliterna, Kaste.	1.7

Blocks Per Game

Jere MACURA
  KK Split
  (205-F-80)
  Avg: 1.5

1. Macura, KK Split	1.5
2. Bizaca, Trogir	1.2
3. Bilan, Sibenik	1.1
4. Kamaldin, Darda	0.9
5. Sobin, KK Split	0.8
6. Vladovic, Sibenik	0.8
7. Ridl, Darda	0.6
8. Radic, Kastela	0.6
9. Culjak, Dubrava	0.6
10. Blesic, Kaste.	0.5

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CYPRUS

Standings - Division A

Division A Standings

1. APOEL	11-1
2. AEL	9-2
3. Keravnos	7-4
4. Apollon	7-5
5. Etha	6-5
6. AEK	5-7
7. Achilleas K.	5-7
8. Omonia	1-10
9. ENAD	1-11

ROUND 13 - Highlights and Top Scorer - by Dr. Nasios Orinos
Apoel's defeat from Ael was the highlight of round 13. Ael had more passion and seemed to need the victory more, obviously to secure the 2nd position at the regular season.

Apoel was not in a very good night with Sims being the only one who survived. Lewis the 'Dragon' Sims, as we like to call him, finished the game with 28-points.

We need to note that Apoel is not getting much help from its Centers. Cisse and Randojevic are far behind and they should improve them selves.

Ael is a strong team and even though rumor has it that it is facing problems, it is a team that will not give up easily.

Davis had 24-points, with Fels adding another15-points. Taylor finished the game with 14-points.

TOP SCORER
Trepalovac- Aek = 29 points

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DENMARK

Stats Leaders - Basketligaen

Points Per Game

Torre JOHNSON
  Bakken
  (198-F-85)
  Avg: 23.6

1. Johnson, Bakken	23.6
2. Kearse, SISU	23.2
3. Smith, Svendborg	22.9
4. Morris, Aabyhoj	21.1
5. Nielsen, Randers	20.1
6. Cavanuagh, Aalborg	20.0
7. Johansen, Naestved	18.5
8. Vance, Aalborg	18.3
9. Seilund, Amager BK	17.8
10. Dennis, Naestv.	17.6

Rebounds Per Game

Chris CHRISTOFFERSEN
  Bakken
  (218-C-79)
  Avg: 10.5

1. Christoffers., Bak.	10.5
2. Morris, Aabyhoj	10.4
3. Miskovic, Randers	9.3
4. Vance, Aalborg	9.3
5. Iversen, Svendborg	9.2
6. Willis, Randers	8.9
7. Johansen, Naestved	8.8
8. Cavanuagh, Aalborg	7.7
9. Johnson, Bakken	7.6
10. Kalvelis, SI.	7.4

Assists Per Game

D.J. SMEDLEY
  Randers
  (180-G-84)
  Avg: 6.6

1. Smedley, Randers	6.6
2. Jakobsen, Bakken	5.1
3. Rinkevicius, SISU	5.0
4. Bradley, Amager BK	4.8
5. Nielsen, Horsholm	4.7
6. Darboe, Horsholm	4.3
7. Smith, Svendborg	4.3
8. Dennis, Naestved	4.2
9. Iversen, Svendborg	3.9
10. Christensen, Amager.	3.7

Steals Per Game

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

1. Smith, Svendborg	2.9
2. Kearse, SISU	2.2
3. Proctor, Bakken	2.1
4. Fall, Horsens IC	1.8
5. Dennis, Naestved	1.7
6. Iversen, Svendborg	1.7
7. Morris, Aabyhoj	1.7
8. Nielsen, Randers	1.5
9. Nielsen, Horsholm	1.5
10. Houguet, Aalbo.	1.4

Blocks Per Game

Edward MORRIS
  Aabyhoj
  (203-F-84)
  Avg: 2.9

1. Morris, Aabyhoj	2.9
2. Christoffers., Bak.	2.2
3. Willis, Randers	1.6
4. Cavanuagh, Aalborg	1.3
5. Johnson, Bakken	1.3
6. Miskovic, Randers	1.3
7. Guyton, Aabyhoj	1.2
8. Kalvelis, SISU	1.1
9. Seilund, Amager BK	1.0
10. Vance, Aalbo.	0.9

Basketligaen Round: 22 (Regular Season) - by Eurobasket News
Naestved - SISU 77-87
SISU was the only team in Round 22 of the Danish Basketligaen which has recorded away win. They were better than their hosts Naestved 77-87. Visiting team was led by Mychal Kearse (194-G/F-83, college: Mt.St.Mary's) who poured in 23 points, while Mindaugas Kalvelis (205-C-80) followed with 18. For hosts, Karolis Kalvaitis stood out with 20 points.

Bakken - Horsens IC 86-68
Bakken hosted Horsens IC and came away with the comfortable 86-68 win. Torre Johnson (198-F-85, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Wisc.-Milwaukee) came of the bench to lead the winners with 21 points. Morten Sahlertz (198-F-89) followed with 12, while Darryl Proctor and Mads Frandsen chipped in 11 points each. On the other side, Jonas Larsen and Hans Schur led the way with 16 and 14 points respectively.

Svendborg - Horsholm 80-61
Svedborg rolled over Horsholm 80-61 at home. Johnell Smith (186-G-80, college: New Orleans) had 28 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side. He received help from Niccolai Iversen (205-F-80, agency: Rasmussen Services, college: San Jose City JC) who added 16 points. For visitors, Adama Darboe was good with 20 points.

Randers - Aalborg 92-80
Randers hosted Aalborg and managed to win the contest 92-80. Emanuel Willis (203-F-84, college: Houston Baptist) poured in 24 points and grabbed monster 23 boards as he led hosts. Petar Popovic (201-F-79) and Chris Nielsen were also good with 19 points apiece, while D.J. Smedley added 18 points and 12 rebounds. On the other side, Dershawn Vance had 25 and Christian Thomsen added 22 points.

Amager BK - Aabyhoj 95-66
Finally Amager BK rolled over Aabyhoj 95-66. Mathias Seilund (201-F-90) led the rout with 30 points, while Nerijus Brasas (200-F-85) added 21. For visitors, Edward Morris and Bobby Guyton had 20 points apiece.

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D-LEAGUE

Standings

D-League Standings

Central Division
1. Iowa E.	20-5
2. Dakota W.	12-11
3. Sioux Falls S.	12-11
4. Erie Bay H.	10-15
5. Ft.Wayne MA	8-16
Southwest Division
1. Rio Grande	17-6
2. Maine R.Claws	15-9
3. Austin T.	13-9
4. Tulsa 66ers	12-10
5. Albuquerque	11-12
West Division
1. Utah F.	14-12
2. Idaho S.	12-9
3. Reno Bighorns	9-12
4. Los Angeles D.	6-11
5. Springfield A.	5-16
6. Bakersfield J.	5-18

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

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

1. Almond, Springfi.	28.3
2. Harris, Rio Grande	27.1
3. Williams, Sioux F.	26.0
4. Farmer, Reno B.	24.3
5. Gaines, Idaho S.	23.9
6. Howard, Ft.Wayne.	22.4
7. Powell, Albuquerque	22.2
8. Tolliver, Idaho S.	21.4
9. Jerrells, Austin T.	21.4
10. Gee, Austin.	20.6

Rebounds Per Game

Dwayne JONES
  Austin T.
  (211-C-83)
  Avg: 15

1. Jones, Austin T.	15.0
2. Dorsey, Rio Grande	13.2
3. Tolliver, Idaho S.	11.4
4. Reiner, Ft.Wayne.	11.1
5. Kurz, Ft.Wayne MA	10.7
6. Bryant, Erie Bay H.	10.5
7. Barron, Iowa E.	9.8
8. Simpson, Los A.	9.6
9. Cummings, Spring.	9.1
10. Looby, Albuquerq.	8.9

Assists Per Game

Curtis STINSON
  Iowa E.
  (187-G-83)
  Avg: 10

1. Stinson, Iowa E.	10.0
2. Conroy, Rio Grande	8.4
3. Jackson, Erie B.	7.6
4. Curry, Springfield A.	7.5
5. Lafayette, Ft.Wayne.	6.9
6. Gaines, Idaho S.	6.9
7. McLeod, Albuquer.	6.4
8. Shakur, Tulsa 66ers	6.4
9. Clinkscales, Erie B.	6.2
10. Anderson, Rio.	6.1

Steals Per Game

Orien GREENE
  Utah F.
  (193-G-82)
  Avg: 2.8

1. Greene, Utah F.	2.8
2. Trepagnier, Iowa E.	2.4
3. Gaines, Idaho S.	2.3
4. Charlo, Reno B.	2.2
5. Stinson, Iowa E.	2.2
6. Shakur, Tulsa 66ers	2.1
7. Baker, Dakota W.	2.0
8. Robinson, Reno B.	2.0
9. Jerrells, Austin T.	1.9
10. Jackson, Erie.	1.9

Blocks Per Game

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

1. Stiemsma, Sioux F.	4.1
2. Ajinca, Maine RC	3.1
3. Looby, Albuquerque	2.9
4. Simmons, Idaho S.	2.9
5. Looby, Rio Grande	2.6
6. Trybanski, Reno B.	2.3
7. Jones, Austin T.	2.1
8. Hardin, Tulsa 66ers	2.0
9. Reiner, Ft.Wayne.	1.8
10. Simpson, Los.	1.7

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EBA

Standings

EBA Standings

Northern Conference
Empire Div.
1. Elmira B.	4-0
2. New York W.	4-0
3. Connecticut S.	2-1
4. Hudson V.H.	0-2
Mid-Atlantic Div.
1. New Jersey L.	3-0
2. Garden St. R.	1-2
3. Harrisburg H.	1-3
4. Newark P.	0-5
Southern Conference
Capital Div.
1. Washington M.	5-1
2. Alexandria A.	3-3
3. M. All-Stars	2-2
4. NoVa H.	1-3
5. Beltway B.	0-4
Dominion Div.
1. True Hope TB	6-0
2. Salem M.	1-2
3. Hampton RC	1-3
4. Virginia W.	0-5

First weekend games results - by Gianni Pascucci
The Harrisburg Horizon largely defeated the Hampton Roads Cardinals, 137-86 yesterday night in Harrisburg. In another Sunday afternoon meeting, the Norfolk Tru Hope Trailblazers prevailed over the NoVa Hawks 95-74. Unbeaten Elmira Bulldogs had easily defeated the Hudson Valley Hype on Saturday night, with Haron Hargrave (6'0''-G-84, college: Sacramento St.) leading the way at 30 points, 13 assists and 5 steals. Hargrave is now averaging on the season 24.3 points per game, 10.3 assists per game and 3.3 steals per game.

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EGYPT

Super League Standings

Superleague Standings

1-6 place
1. Sporting	0-0
2. Gezira	0-0
3. Geish Army	0-0
4. Somouha	0-0
5. Zamalek	0-0
6. Al Ittihad	0-0
7-12 place
1. Tanta	0-0
2. Ahly	0-0
3. Shorta-Police	0-0
4. Gasco	0-0
5. Masr Ins.	0-0
6. Al-Intaj	0-0

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ESTONIA

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Charron FISHER
  Kalev/Cramo
  (193-G/F-85)
  Avg: 24.2

1. Fisher, Kalev/Cr.	24.2
2. McGee, Kuremaa	19.2
3. Reed, Tallinna Kalev	18.8
4. Kriisa, Rakvere	18.1
5. Kurg, Kuremaa	17.9
6. Toome, TTU K.	16.9
7. Akognon, Kalev/Cr.	16.3
8. Covington, Tallin.	15.9
9. Raap, Parnu	15.3
10. Saage, Rakve.	14.9

Rebounds Per Game

Brett MCGEE
  Kuremaa
  (198-G/F-84)
  Avg: 10.5

1. McGee, Kuremaa	10.5
2. Reed, Tallinna Kalev	10.3
3. Toome, TTU K.	9.2
4. Fisher, Kalev/Cr.	9.1
5. Keerles, Kalev/Cr.	8.4
6. Kriisa, Rakvere	8.1
7. Erm, Parnu	8.0
8. Silinskis, Valga Welg	8.0
9. Winston, Kuremaa	7.7
10. Tagamets, Valga.	7.5

Assists Per Game

Valmo KRIISA
  Rakvere
  (190-G-74)
  Avg: 5.2

1. Kriisa, Rakvere	5.2
2. Sokk, Kalev/Cramo	4.7
3. Rannula, Valga Welg	3.8
4. Sokk, TU/Rock	3.5
5. Leppik, TU/Rock	3.4
6. Saage, Rakvere	3.4
7. Winston, Kuremaa	3.3
8. Raap, Parnu	2.5
9. Tein, TU/Rock	2.4
10. Tamm, TTU.	2.3

Steals Per Game

Kristo SAAGE
  Rakvere
  (184-G-85)
  Avg: 2.5

1. Saage, Rakvere	2.5
2. Raap, Parnu	2.5
3. Covington, Tallin.	2.4
4. Leppik, TU/Rock	2.3
5. Veideman, Rakvere	2.0
6. Kriisa, Rakvere	1.9
7. Kurg, Kuremaa	1.9
8. Karner, Parnu	1.9
9. McGee, Kuremaa	1.8
10. Erm, Par.	1.7

Blocks Per Game

Darius SILINSKIS
  Nevezis
  (216-C-84)
  Avg: 2.8

1. Silinskis, Valga Welg	2.8
2. Johnson, Kalev/Cr.	2.6
3. Toome, TTU K.	1.7
4. Talts, TU/Rock	1.5
5. McGee, Kuremaa	1.2
6. Hallik, Rakvere	1.1
7. Kitsing, TU/Rock	1.0
8. Morrison, TU/Rock	0.9
9. Saks, TTU K.	0.8
10. Viiask, TU/Ro.	0.7

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EUROLEAGUE

Tadija Dragicevic joins Lottomatica Roma - by Eurobasket News
Tadija Dragicevic

(205-F-86, agency: Beo Basket) chose to continue his career in Italy. The 23-year-old forward that had left Crvena Zvezda several days ago agreed on terms of contract with Lottomatica Roma. Tadija Dragicevic averaged 13.8 points, 2.8 boards and 2.0 assists per EuroCup game this season. The forward also tallied 12.6 points, 4.5 boards and 1.5 assists for Crvena Zvezda in the Adriatic League. Dragicevic used to play for the Serbian U18 and U20 selections. He helped U20 team won the European Championship in Turkey back in 2006.

Marcus Haislip is expected to join Panathinaikos tomorrow - by Eurobasket News
Marcus Haislip

(207-F-80, college: Tennessee) is expected to arrive to Athens tomorrow to finalize his deal with Panathinaikos. The 29-year-old forward started the season in the NBA. He averaged 2.5 points and 1.0 rebounds per game for the San Antonio Spurs. Marcus Haislip was released in January and injured-plagued Panathinaikos came up with their proposal. Last season Marcus Haislip spent in Spain. He played for Unicaja Malaga tallying 10.8 points and 4.8 rebounds per Euroleague game. In ACB Haislip notched 15.8 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per appearance.

Taquan Dean lands in Vitoria - by Eurobasket News
Taquan Dean

(193-G-83, college: Louisville) has signed a one-month deal with Caja Laboral. The 26-year-old guard started the season in Unicaja Malaga. Dean averaged 9.3 points, 1.4 boards and 0.9 steals per game in the ACB. In Euroleague Taquan Dean notched 11.7 points, 2.3 boards and 1.1 assists per appearance. The sides decided to split ways in January. Last season the guard played for Murcia. He averaged 16.7 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game in the Spanish league. Dean also had stints in Italy where he played for Fastweb Casale and Angelico Biella.

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FINLAND

KORISLIIGA: Boakai Lalugba back in Finland - by Rauno Hurmalainen
Top League # 12 Vilpas Vikings, Salo (6-22) is not giving up. While team's third American player F Jahmar Thorpe

(198-F-84, agency: KMG Sports Management, college: Houston) is still on injured list (ankle), Vilpas has called PF-C Boakai Lalugba (199-F/C-81, agency: Court Side, college: Bucknell) (USA-LIB) to join team roster. Lalugba has been in France (JL Bourg, FRA-ProB), where he played 2007-09 and been as reserve this season without a single game. Earlier Lalugba was a big star in Sweden and in Finland (2004-06: Aura Basket and Korihait). Lalugba arrived on Monday and will play his first game (vs Pyrinto, Tampere) this Wednesday at Salo.
Honka, Espoo has replaced Head Coach Gordon Herbert (CAN-FIN) by Finnish Coach Lars Ekstrom (agency: Edge Sports ), 46. Ekstrom started his coaching career 2003 in Lahti and stayed at the end of YMCA Lahti bench four seasons (2003-07). Then followed Tarmo (Porvoo) 2007-december 2008 and Boras Basket, Sweden January-April 2009. Ekstrom started with Honka tonight and the contract is untill the end of this season.

KORISLIIGA: Kataja better in TV-game - by Rauno Hurmalainen
Korisliiga, round 28: One TV-game this Monday. It was a shooting contest between hosting FoKoPo (Forssa) and visitor Kataja (Joensuu) untill Kataja started to defense
during the second half and FoKoPo was without chances: 74-96 (44-45). Quarters: 22-22, 22-23, 14-29, 16-22. Petri Virtanen (Kataja) knocked down six treys (6/7) during
the first half, but there were finally five Kataja (11-16) players in double digits in the game. FoKoPo (8-20) had 17 turnovers and missing several easy buckets during the 40 minutes.
FoKoPo - Kataja 74-96 (44-45) (Jarno Nissinen 18, Alex Barnett 17/11, Durell Vinson 14/15 - Petri Virtanen 25 (treys 7/14), Jeb Ivey 18, Kristian Clarkson 16).

Standings - Korisliiga

Korisliiga Standings

1. Pyrinto	23-5
2. Kouvot	20-7
3. ToPo	17-11
4. Honka	16-12
5. KTP	16-12
6. LrNMKY	16-12
7. Korihait	14-14
8. Namika Lahti	12-16
9. Kataja	11-16
10. Karhu	8-20
11. FoKoPo	8-20
12. Salon Vilpas	6-22

Stats Leaders - Division I

Points Per Game

Kyle SWANSTON
  Lapua
  (201-F-)
  Avg: 22.6

1. Swanston, Lapua	22.6
2. Haynes, Lapua	22.5
3. Coleman, LoKoKo	22.1
4. Conerly, Tarmo	20.7
5. Leggett, Huima	20.7
6. Riihela, BC Nokia	19.9
7. Stamper, JKS	19.3
8. Jallow, JKS	19.0
9. Ramey, LoKoKo	18.0
10. Favors, J.	17.7

Rebounds Per Game

Bryant NASH
  Lapua
  (198-F-81)
  Avg: 13.2

1. Nash, Lapua	13.2
2. Towa, Kerava ET	13.1
3. Coleman, LoKoKo	12.3
4. Leggett, Huima	12.3
5. Douglas, Ura Basket	11.6
6. Sampay, Huima	11.5
7. Jallow, JKS	11.2
8. Pichon, LoKoKo	11.1
9. Stamper, JKS	10.4
10. King, Jyvasky.	10.3

Assists Per Game

Zach RAMEY
  LoKoKo
  (191-F/G-81)
  Avg: 5.1

1. Ramey, LoKoKo	5.1
2. Favors, JKS	4.7
3. Nikitin, Honka	4.0
4. Coleman, LoKoKo	3.1
5. Conerly, Tarmo	3.1
6. Ahila, Jyvaskyla	2.9
7. Huff, LoKoKo	2.7
8. Riihela, BC Nokia	2.5
9. Rokala, Ura Basket	2.5
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	3.2
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. Still, Tarmo	2.1
10. Little, Wart.	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Erno JOHANSSON
  Namika II
  (188-G-85)
  Avg: 0.8

1. Johansson, Namika I.	0.8
2. Graham, Tarmo	0.8
3. Hassinen, Wartti	0.8
4. Hale, Tarmo	0.7
5. Streng, Namika II	0.6
6. Paivinen, Wartti	0.6
7. Raami, Honka	0.6
8. Little, Wartti	0.5
9. Leggett, Huima	0.5
10. Pekkola, Namika	0.5

Stats Leaders - Korisliiga

Points Per Game

Ricky HICKMAN
  Namika Lahti
  (190-G-85)
  Avg: 24.1

1. Hickman, Namika Lahti	24.1
2. Washington, KTP	22.5
3. Trotter, ToPo	22.4
4. Turner, LrNM.	20.1
5. Lowe, Pyrinto	19.9
6. Wood, Karhu	19.1
7. Reid, Korihait	18.9
8. Rouse, Namika L.	18.7
9. Golson, Karhu	18.7
10. Moye, Kouv.	18.6

Rebounds Per Game

Jeremiah WOOD
  Karhu
  (200-F-85)
  Avg: 15.2

1. Wood, Karhu	15.2
2. Vinson, FoKoPo	12.4
3. McDade, KTP	12.1
4. Stamper, LrNM.	11.2
5. Kaunisto, Kouvot	11.1
6. Hamm, Salon Vilpas	10.1
7. Williams, Pyrinto	10.1
8. Kotti, Honka	9.8
9. Rouse, Namika L.	9.8
10. Smith, Kar.	9.4

Assists Per Game

Jeremiah WOOD
  Karhu
  (200-F-85)
  Avg: 4.9

1. Wood, Karhu	4.9
2. Hickman, Namika Lahti	4.1
3. Gibson, LrNM.	3.7
4. Williams, Pyrinto	3.7
5. Trotter, ToPo	3.6
6. Burgess, Salon Vilpas	3.4
7. Suonio, Namika Lahti	3.1
8. Sarcevic, Korihait	3.0
9. Jarvinen, LrNM.	2.8
10. Virtanen, Kata.	2.7

Steals Per Game

Matthew GIBSON
  LrNMKY
  (196-G-84)
  Avg: 3.2

1. Gibson, LrNM.	3.2
2. Trotter, ToPo	3.0
3. Hickman, Namika Lahti	2.8
4. Golson, Karhu	2.4
5. Wood, Karhu	2.2
6. Turner, LrNM.	2.0
7. Shiloh, Kouvot	2.0
8. Stamper, LrNM.	1.9
9. Williams, Pyrinto	1.9
10. Washington, K.	1.9

Blocks Per Game

J''son STAMPER
  LrNMKY
  (200-F/C-85)
  Avg: 1.1

1. Stamper, LrNM.	1.1
2. Hudson, Korihait	0.9
3. Hickman, Namika Lahti	0.9
4. Pearson, ToPo	0.8
5. Shiloh, Kouvot	0.8
6. Clarkson, Kataja	0.8
7. Chones, Kataja	0.7
8. Moye, Kouvot	0.7
9. Lehtoranta, Kataja	0.7
10. Gibson, Lr.	0.6

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GERMANY

ProB Round: 17 (Regular Season) - by Eurobasket News
SU Medien - TSV Troester 83-71
SU Medien rolled over TSV Troester 83:71 in one of two games on Sunday. Philipp Friedel (185-G-87) stepped up with 20 points for the winners and El Domiaty Jusuf followed him with 15. Land, Zeis Peter and Hoffmann Felix posted 13 points apiece in defeat.

SOBA Dragons - Wolfenbuettel 80-83
SOBA Dragons were upset by Wolfenbuettel 80:83 at the Regular Season Round 17. Lamar Morinia (183-G-81, college: Montana St.-Northern) stepped up with 25 points for the winners and Kemp Martin notched 19. Spraggins Deundrae finished the night with 23 points for the home side.

Rist-Wedel - Dt.Bank SKY II 80-70
Rist-Wedel rolled over Dt.Bank SKY II 80:70 as Stuart Turnbull (188-G-84, agency: Scorers 1st Sportmanagement) top-scored for the winners with 29 points and Huber-Saffer Peter had 14 points and 10 boards. Willemsen Armin chipped in 22 points for the guests.

NBC - Ehingen 75-72
NBC cruised past Ehingen 75:72 as Will Chavis (181-G-81, agency: Rasmussen Services, college: Texas Tech) led the way with 28 points and Ceccotti Claudio followed him with 13. Sir Stephen produced 24 points in the losing effot and Raffington Justin added 12.

Speyer - Vechta 83-92
Speyer lost to Vechta 83:92 as the latter got 27 points and 11 rebounds from Joe Buck (201-F-81, agency: Liman Sports, college: USC). Hallgrimson Markus nailed 16 and Grigisas Gintaras notched 15. Campbell Brendan finished the night with 27 points and 11 boards in defeat.

Derek Raivio (TBB Trier) Looking To Dim His Shooter Image And Get The Assists Going - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
Derek Raivio

(190-G-84, agency: Priority Sports, college: Gonzaga) is a 25 year old 190cm combo guard who is playing his third season in the BEKO BBL and his second season with TBB Trier. He grew up in the northweat in Washington. He played at Gonzaga from 2003-2007. In his senior year, he played 34 games averaging 18.0ppg, 3.1rpg, 2.6apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 45.3%, 3Pts: 40.9%, FT: 96.1%. He reached the NCAA Sweet 16 in 2006. He started his professional basketball career in 2007 with the Cologne 99ers averaging 8.0ppg, 1.9rpg, 3.2apg, 2FGP: 41.2%, 3PT: 36.6%, FT-3 (91.7%). Last season, he played 33 games averaging 10.5ppg, 2.1rpg, 2.6apg, FGP: 54.3%, 3PT: 36.4%, FT: 87.5%. He spoke to eurobasket about the current TBB Trier season.

Do you feel comfortable with all the snow in Germany, you must be used to it from your time in Washington.

Yes, it reminds me of my college days in Gonzaga.

TBB Trier suffered a tough loss to Alba Berlin. You played well for 3 quarters and then you seemed to have run out of gas in the 4th quarter?

We wanted to come out against Berlin and play as a team and get away from playing one on one which we had in the games before. I feel we took them out of their offense, but in the 4th quarter they took us apart and we played one on one again.

Could you have won the game with Copeland?

I think we could have won the game with him. Of course you can always say that when looking back at the game but he would have been an extra option which we did not have. Mladen Pekovic came out big but it was not enough.

Julius Jenkins decided the game in the 4th quarter with his shooting. Was there any way how you could have stopped him and Berlin?

When Jenkins is open, he will usually make a shot. There were other situations where we were not strong on the offensive boards because of McElroy, we were not rotating well and they are a veteran team and they know how to take advantage of when a player is hot.

Before the season, TBB Trier tried to copy EWE Baskets Oldenburg by keeping most of the players of last season in hopes of building on team chemistry. Why does the team have problems with the team chemistry?

That is right, the chemistry is not were it should be. We had a pretty good start but the swine flu hurt us and we got into a tough patch. However, we have been practising well and the Berlin game showed that we can play as a team. We have to take it day by day, continued to work hard and build from there.

I sometimes have the feeling that TBB Trier is missing a player that can really decide a game. I do not want to take anything away from experienced guys like Brian Brown and George Evans or even Chris Copeland, because they can decide games but still a dominating crunch time player is missing.

Yes, you are right, at times I feel that too. The economy hurt. A guy like Norman Richardson last season was a key guy, who was experienced and can make plays, who could have really helped us this season. We have to live with what we have and continue to work hard because we cannot change it.

You are having a solid season so far averaging 12.6 ppg, 3.3 rpg and 2.2 apg and you are shooting over 40% from the field and from outside. What do you still need to improve this season? Maybe getting your assists up?

Yes, I think I can get my assists up but the game plan changes from game to game and it is not always easy to keep the assists up. I have been talking to coach about getting my assists up and I also need to be more aggressive on the pick and roll and improve on defense.

How does Maksym Shtein make you laugh?

He is a real character. He can tell stories for days. He is always cooking and thinks he is the best cook, he likes to talk about food when he is bored and is always talking about new recipes. Maksym also likes to talk about his travels to Israel.

What was your childhood like?

It was a lot of fun, I had two younger brothers with whom I was very close and a younger sister. We just played basketball all day. My dad played in France, so I also grew up playing soccer.

Who were your NBA idols?

Isaiah Thomas, Michael Jordan, John Stockton and my dad.

What were your nicest memories at Gonzaga?

My nicest memories were beating North Carolina at Madison Square Garden at New York City and loosing to UCLA in the NCAA tournament, a game we should have won but blew.

You are the 2nd best free throw shooter in the history of the NCAA at 92%. Does anything break your concentration? Could Paris Hilton break your concentration if she took her top off?

Paris Hilton could not do that, I am not a big fan of her but maybe Jessica Biel could break my concentration. I do not really think about shooting free throws, it comes naturally to me.

Who is the best player you played against that might be in the NBA?

LeBron James and Deron Williams.

Who would win a one on one? You or Brian Brown?

We never play together but I would take myself to win.

Why is Bobby Fray (famous celebrity chef) your idol?

He is not my idol, I do not know where you got that from, it must be a joke. I do like to cook though. My idol is my father.

Well, my New England Patriots lost, so please do not rub it in but who do you have winning the Superbowl?

Ok, I will not rub it in with your Patriots. I like the Saints, even though I am not following it so much because my Seattle Seahawks did not make it.

What was the last DVD that you saw?

The Blindside.

Thanks, Derek, for the chat, good luck for the rest of the season.

Thanks.

A Farewell Conversation With Qarraan Calhoun - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
Qarran Calhoun (203-F-86, agency: Hart Sports Mngm, college: Houston) is a 23 year old 203cm forward that is playing in Holland for Eclipse Jet Amsterdam. He is originally from Long Branch, New Jersey. He played at Bridgton Academy (Maine) averaging 19.0ppg, 4.0bpg, 3.0apg. He visited three colleges starting with St.John's (NCAA) playing 31 games averaging 5.9ppg, 4.0rpg, FGP: 41.4%, 3Pts: 30.6%, FT: 63.1%. He then played at Barton County CC (JUCO) playing 31 games averaging 16.8ppg, 7.3rpg, 2.1apg, FGP: 47.8%, 3PT: 31.8%, FT: 62.8%. In his junior year, he played at Houston (NCAA) playing 33 games averaging 10.2ppg, 5.3rpg, 1.1apg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 46.6%, 3Pts: 35.0%, FT: 59.0%. He skipped his senior year and turned professional and started the 2009-2010 season in Germany with The Deutsche Bank Skyliners getting limited action playing ten games and averaging 1,4ppg and 1,3rpg. He spoke to eurobasket about his departure from The Deutsche Bank Skyliners.

How difficult was it leaving The Deutsche Bank Skyliners?

It was kind of hard, but it was better that I left since I wasnt getting playing time.

As you came to The Deutsche Bank Skyliners last summer, did you ever think that you might have to depart at the Allstar break?

No, that was the last thing I was thinking fthat I would have to leave the team. I thought I would finish the season but you never know what can happen.

You had a very strong pre-season at the Phoenix Cup, then you got injured and could not play the season opener in Trier. Do you think that hurt your rhythm?

No, I do not think it hurt my rhythm. Coach never really thought I was ready to come back. This reaction slowed me down a bit.

Murat Didin often said that you were injured and sick too often. Do you think that was fair from him?

I did not think that was very fair from him because getting sick can happen to any player at any time.

How quickly was the relationship Calhoun Didin broken or did you have a good relationship?

We had a good relationship at first but then suddenly it switched, so it was kind of bipolar.

Did you have any talks with Murat Didin the last weeks about your situation?

We had our last talk in December. After that we had no real conversations anymore. He was talking to my agent and letting him know that I should look for another team.

You did not play against Giessen even though you were fit. Why do you think you did not play?

I really do not know. He probably thought I did not play well in practice or was not ready for the game.

In your last game against Oldenburg, you played very much on account of the sickness to Seth Doliboa. Was the increased playing time a farewell gift from Murat Didin?

I do not know if it was a farewell gift. Before the game I was told that I would play, but it was obvious only because Seth Doliboa was sick.

When did you know that your days in Frankfurt were limited?

The first sign I got was before we came back from New Years.

Even though you were only in Frankfurt for a short time, you must have had some nice memories?

Yes, I had a lot of nice memories. The Tez buzzer beater and the Reese 3 pointer and for some reason I remember the Artland game even though I was not there.

With what Skyliner were you closest?

I talked to all the guys but I was closest with Filmore Beck. He was my guy.

Can the Deutsche Bank Skyliners win the title?

I feel they can win the title if they are focussed and play their game.

Now you are in Amsterdam, how do you like the new city and country?

I like Amsterdam a lot. I have not seen much yet but all is good, basketball team is good, the coach is good but we need some wins.

How was your first game and what is your role on the team?

I am playing 4 but they are trying to switch me to 3. We lost our first game on a buzzer beater. It was kind of a lucky shot. I played ok, had 7 points, 3 blocks and 2 steals. I am here to grab rebounds and help the team win.

Have you checked out Amsterdam yet?

I live close to the city, I have seen people living on house boats but I have not seen much of downtown yet.

You know you have to be careful not to be distracted from the women in the windows in downtown Amsterdam.

I stay away from that, focussing on basketball.

Who is the best player you played against in the BBL?

Rodney Buford.

What was the last DVD you saw?

Coach Carter.

Thanks, Q, for taking some time for your farewell interview from Germany. I wish you all the best and hope you can show your good basketball game in Holland.

Thank you, I also I want thank the Skyliner fans for all the great support in the time I was there.

Jamal Shuler (TBB Trier) Wins 2010 BEKO BBL Allstar Slam Dunk Contest - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber
Jamal Shuler

(191-G-86) is a 23 year old 191 cm guard from Jacksonville, North Carolina. He played at Virginia Comonwealth (NCAA) from 2004 to 2008. His best season was hiss enior year as he played 32 games averaging 15.5ppg, 4.7rpg, 1.3apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 44.0%, 3Pts: 41.3%, FT: 79.8%. He was CAAC Regular Season Champion in 2007 and 2008 and CAAC Tournament Winner in 2007. In 2008-2009, he turned professional and went to Germany to play for TBB Trier. As a rookie he played 34 games averaging 9.1ppg, 4.3rpg, 1.5apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 48.8%, 3PT: 28.0%, FT: 72.6%. He scored in double figures 14 times and his best game was against The Walter Tigers Tuebingen as he scored 29 points. He spoke to eurobasket after winning the 2010 BEKO BBL Slam Dunk Contest.

We all know Lebron James as the king so can we call you now King slam dunk Schuler?lol

lol no please dont call me that, I just had a good game plan and I guess thats why I won the dunk contest. I think all the other contest can jump way higher than me anyway.

How sweet is winning this especially since you came for Bryce Taylor.

It was sweet, because it was something I wanted to do last year but I turned it down to play a friendly game with my team and I told myself I would never pass up that opportunity again and it worked out for me.

Congrats on winning the slam dunk contest. Was there any doubt in your mind before going in that you would win it?

I never knew I would win like that with all perfect scores all I wanted to do was make my dunks and get the crowd invovled.

Do you think that the fans and other dunkers might have underestimated you with your dunking ability?

Well I dont really get a lot of dunks during the games so if they did I can see why they would've underestimate me but its all good.

Was it your idea or from Derek Raivio about using the head and foot to help you dunk?

We both came up with it at the last minute, I asked him could he do it and he said he could try it and it worked for us.

What was your impression of the other dunkers?

I enjoyed the other dunkers, everybody showed the crowd something and had the building going crazy.

After Quantez Robertson made that last dunk, did you feel a lot of pressure to make the last dunk?

Quantez dunk was sick, I had two dunks planned for the last one and didnt really know which one to, do but after Quantez did that dunk I knew I had to do the soccer kick with Derek to keep the crowd on my side but his dunk was the best of the competition.

How sweet was the feeling after making the last dunk and seeing the whole arena erupt and jumping up? I think you were in another world?

It was a great feeling. running around the gym and everyone jumping up and cheering, I cant even describe the feeling I felt when I was slapping fives with the fans. it was crazy.

Will this trophy get a special place at home?

I always give my trophies to my dad so he'll have a special place for it somewhere in his home.

Will you at least buy Derek Raivio some dinner for his friendly support?

Yes I have to take Derek, chris copeland and George Evans out to eat for helping me when the contest, it was a team effort.

Do you think that this slam dunk victory may have transformed some extra energy into the bodies of you, Derek Raivio and George Evans to give to the team in the second half for further success?

I hope so, its something positive we can build on and we'll see if it carries over to our games for the rest of the season.

Besides Aggi, what other mascot costume did you like the best?
The Artland Dragon was pretty cool.

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GREECE

Marcus Haislip is expected to join Panathinaikos tomorrow - by Eurobasket News
Marcus Haislip

(207-F-80, college: Tennessee) is expected to arrive to Athens tomorrow to finalize his deal with Panathinaikos. The 29-year-old forward started the season in the NBA. He averaged 2.5 points and 1.0 rebounds per game for the San Antonio Spurs. Marcus Haislip was released in January and injured-plagued Panathinaikos came up with their proposal. Last season Marcus Haislip spent in Spain. He played for Unicaja Malaga tallying 10.8 points and 4.8 rebounds per Euroleague game. In ACB Haislip notched 15.8 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per appearance.

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GUATEMALA

Other LPB 2010 league news - by Gianni Pascucci
Last week, all the Guatemalan LPB clubs held a meeting with the league officials, and the updatings we can supply are as follows:
The 2010 season wll start on February 21, the deadline for registering teams is today, January 25.
The players registering deadline is February 18
Three new teams showed interest in joining the league, the new edition of LBP should be made of eight teams, Club de Baloncesto Lanco Elite Sport, DTeam Guatemala, Compusys, Le Mans, Colegio La Prepratoria, USAC, Millonarios and Australian Milk.
The league officials agreed to run a computerized stats program that will also able to produce live on internet each LPB game on the official website,
www.lpb-guate.com

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HOLLAND

Eredivisie: Round 19 review - by Eurobasket News
Rotterdam - Eiff.Towers 56-70
Expected win by Eiffel Towers, who jumped to 14-5. Dean Oliver

(180-G-78, college: Iowa) led the team from Den Bosch with 19 points. Anthony Richardson

(201-F-83, agency: 540 Sports, college: Florida St.) added 17 points and 6 rebounds. Jeremy Ormskerk (190-G-82) scored 14 pts and Patrick Hilliman (206-F/C-82, agency: R.H.Consultancy, college: High Point) had 12 pts, plus 11 rebounds for Rotterdam (2-19).

Landstede - DeFriesland 55-85
DeFriesland cruised past Landstede in style improving its score in Eredivisie to 10-11. Craig Moore (191-G-86, agency: Interperformances, college: Northwestern) and Jayme Miller (205-F-85, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) led the winners with 14 and 13 points respectively. The hosts (3-17) got 16 points from Jesper Jobse (203-C/F-84)

ZZ Leiden - Upstairs Weert 96-84
14-7 for ZZ Leiden and 7-14 for Weert after this game. Ronny LeMelle (196-G-81, agency: R.H.Consultancy, college: Auburn) (8 rebounds), Seamus Boxley (201-F-82, college: Portland St.) and Danny Gibson

(180-G-84, agency: Rasmussen Services, college: S.Indiana) (8 as) combined 58 points in victory. Elijah Palmer (201-F-81, agency: Court Side, college: Duquesne) had 20 points in defeat.

EclipseJet - Giants 69-71
17th victory of the season for World Class Aviation Academy Giants, whose leading player in this game was Daniel Faris (206-F-87, agency: Warren Sports International, college: N.Mexico) with 27 points and 10 rebounds. Jesse Kimbrough (183-G-82, college: Jacksonville) was the second scorer in victory with 12 pts. In Amsterdam (6-13), Robert Krabbendam

(213-C-86, agency: Court Side, college: Virginia Tech) had 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists.

Stats Leaders - Eredivisie

Points Per Game

Elijah PALMER
  Upstairs Weert
  (201-F-81)
  Avg: 20

1. Palmer, Upstairs.	20.0
2. Gibson, ZZ Leiden	18.8
3. Boxley, ZZ Leiden	18.3
4. Thomas, M.Magix	16.9
5. Monroe, DeFriesl.	15.9
6. Hendley, Landstede	14.6
7. McGhee, ZZ Leiden	14.6
8. Mason, EclipseJet	14.5
9. LeMelle, ZZ Leiden	14.1
10. Haryasz, GasTer.	14.0

Rebounds Per Game

Patrick HILLIMAN
  Rotterdam
  (206-F/C-82)
  Avg: 9.9

1. Hilliman, Rotterdam	9.9
2. Ellis, GasTerra F.	9.4
3. Palmer, Upstairs.	9.0
4. Beasley, Eiff.Tow.	8.4
5. Nelson, Upstairs.	8.4
6. McGhee, ZZ Leiden	8.4
7. Griffin, Giants	8.1
8. Haryasz, GasTerra.	8.0
9. Monroe, DeFriesl.	7.8
10. Boxley, ZZ Leid.	7.6

Assists Per Game

Torey THOMAS
  M.Magix
  (180-G-85)
  Avg: 7.1

1. Thomas, M.Magix	7.1
2. Oliver, Eiff.Towers	5.6
3. Bauscher, GasTerra.	4.8
4. Porter, Upstairs.	4.7
5. Defares, Giants	4.6
6. Bostain, GasTerra.	4.2
7. Blackwood, DeFriesl.	4.2
8. Gibson, ZZ Leiden	4.1
9. Slagter, Giants	4.1
10. Moore, DeFriesla.	3.9

Steals Per Game

Torey THOMAS
  M.Magix
  (180-G-85)
  Avg: 3.4

1. Thomas, M.Magix	3.4
2. Bostain, GasTerra.	3.0
3. Bauscher, GasTerra.	2.9
4. Dourisseau, GasTerra.	2.7
5. Rodgers, EclipseJet	2.6
6. de Randamie, Eclip.	2.6
7. Flowers, M.Magix	2.4
8. Oliver, Eiff.Towers	2.3
9. Mason, EclipseJet	2.2
10. Kimbrough, Gian.	2.1

Blocks Per Game

James HUGHES
  M.Magix
  (211-C-83)
  Avg: 2.3

1. Hughes, M.Magix	2.3
2. Slor, ZZ Leiden	1.6
3. Boxley, ZZ Leiden	1.5
4. Hilliman, Rotterdam	1.5
5. Haryasz, GasTerra.	1.1
6. Townes, GasTerra.	1.1
7. Porter, Upstairs.	0.9
8. Kuijper, ZZ Leiden	0.9
9. Faris, Giants	0.8
10. Williams, Landste.	0.8

Standings - Promotie Divisie

Prom.Divisie Standings

1. Binnenland	11-1
2. MSV	10-3
3. Amsterdam 2	9-3
4. Red Giants	8-4
5. Groene	6-5
6. Leiden 2	6-6
7. Goba	6-7
8. Hoofddorp	6-7
9. Punch	5-7
10. BV Rooi	5-8
11. Landstede 2	2-9
12. Akrides	2-10
13. High Five	2-10

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HUNGARY

A Division Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Jonathan JONES
  Dongbu Promy
  (211-C-79)
  Avg: 24.6

1. Jones, Dombovar	24.6
2. Doyne, Marso-Vagep	21.6
3. Brooks, Soproni	21.3
4. Horvath, Falco	21.3
5. Huckaby, Salgotar.	21.3
6. Farmer, Debreceni	21.0
7. Watson, ZTE K.	20.8
8. Rice, Szolnok	20.4
9. Sitku, Marso-Vagep	18.5
10. Scott, Korme.	18.1

Rebounds Per Game

Ousmanne BARRO
  Szolnok
  (208-F-84)
  Avg: 11.2

1. Barro, Szolnok	11.2
2. Jones, Dombovar	11.1
3. Horvath, Falco	10.4
4. Davis, Salgotarjani	9.5
5. Knight, Soproni	8.0
6. Scott, Kormend	8.0
7. Wilson, ZTE K.	7.5
8. David Vay, PVSK P.	7.3
9. Vavra, Salgotarjani	7.1
10. Dale, Kecskeme.	7.0

Assists Per Game

Laszlo KALMAN
  Falco
  (186-G-72)
  Avg: 7.6

1. Kalman, Falco	7.6
2. Simon, Albacomp	6.3
3. Kelley, Szolnok	6.1
4. Hinnant, ZTE K.	5.7
5. Savic, Debreceni	5.2
6. English, Atomeromu	4.9
7. Thomas, Kormend	4.8
8. LaGrange, Dombovar	4.7
9. Dejon, Kaposvari	4.7
10. Fodor, Szoln.	4.6

Steals Per Game

Gytis SIRUTAVIACIUS
  Salgotarjani
  (195-F-83)
  Avg: 3.6

1. Sirutaviaciu., Salgot.	3.6
2. Dejon, Kaposvari	2.9
3. Kelley, Szolnok	2.9
4. Watson, ZTE K.	2.7
5. English, Atomeromu	2.6
6. Toya, Albacomp	2.6
7. Doyne, Marso-Vagep	2.6
8. Lee, Albacomp	2.5
9. Wittmann, Kecsk.	2.5
10. LaGrange, Dombov.	2.3

Blocks Per Game

DuJuan WILEY
  Marso-Vagep
  (206-C-75)
  Avg: 2.1

1. Wiley, Marso-Vagep	2.1
2. Hendlein, Kaposvari	1.6
3. Clark, Atomeromu	1.5
4. Barro, Szolnok	1.3
5. Sitku, Marso-Vagep	1.2
6. Nuhanovic, Debre.	1.1
7. Walker, Dombovar	1.1
8. David Vay, PVSK P.	1.1
9. Horvath, Falco	1.0
10. Banks, Albaco.	1.0

A Division, Round 15 review: ZTE keeps the perfect score - by Eurobasket News
Atomeromu - Debreceni 79-73
Atomeromu was better than Debreceni 79-73 registering 11th victory of the season. Robert Gulyas (213-C-74) was the leading scorer in Atomeromu with 15 points. Three players followed him with 12 points each. Debreceni (1-14) got 19 points and 8 rebounds from Ferenc Boldizsar (201-C/F-77, agency: Laszlo Vinko Services).

Szolnok - Dombovar 101-77
The second ranked Szolnok (11-4) had Darius Rice (208-F-82, college: Miami, FL) in a game mood with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Thomas Kelley (188-G-77, agency: Avi Zilberman, college: Michigan St.) also had very important role netting 21 pts. Jerome LaGrange

(192-G-78, college: Livingstone) collected 20 pts, 5 rebs and 8 assists for Dombovar (7-8).

ZTE KK - Kormend 61-58
ZTE escaped with 61-58 home win against Kormend remaining the only unbeaten team after 15 rounds in Hungarian top division. Kyle Wilson

(206-F-83, college: Wichita St.) shined for ZTE with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Mikalai Aliakseyeu (212-C-78, agency: High Post Agency, college: Buffalo) delivered 21 pts for Kormend (9-6).

Dombovar - Debreceni 87-68
Attila Deak

(193-F-77) was the leading scorer in this victory with 25 points. He made 6 of 8 attempts from behind the arc, and all of that in just 18 minutes. Tory Walker (203-F-79, college: New Orleans) had 20 points and 8 rebounds. In defeat, Salih Nuhanovic (210-C-82) had 22 pts and 7 rebs.

Kaposvari - Atomeromu 95-93
Kaposvari grabbed thriller win against Atomeromu, getting 20 points from David Vojvoda (191-G/F-90, agency: Laszlo Vinko Services). Matija Ceskovic (192-G-81, agency: Court Side) added one point less. In Atomeromu, Michael English (194-F/G-82, college: UMKC) had 21 pts.

Salgotarjani - Kaposvari 67-79
Kaposvari cruised past the last ranked Salgotarjani, improving to 8-8 score. David Vojvoda was totally the best player in this victory draining 28 points. He made 8 of 10 attempts from behind the arc. The hosts got 17 points and 8 boards from Tamas Hartvich (199-F-74).

Falco - Kecskemeti 77-71
Falco outplayed Kecskemeti and both teams have 8-7 score now in Hungarian top division. Winsome Frazier

(193-G/F-82, agency: Interperformances, college: Mississippi St.) stepped up for the hosts with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Anthony Dale (197-G/F-84, college: S.Illinois) replied with 22 points and 7 boards in loss.

Albacomp - Soproni 92-74
Albacomp grabbed important home win against Soproni joining it with 8-7 score. Michael Lee (206-F-86) shined in victory with 27 points and 9 rebounds, and George Banks (202-F/C-72, agency: Elfus-Siegel Management (ESM), college: UTEP) added 22 points and 11 boards. Soproni got 29 points and 9 rebs from Matthew Knight (204-F/C-85, college: Loyola Marymount).

PVSK Pannon - Marso-Vagep 87-93
The team of NYKK just won the second game in a row and keeps its chances to get into the playoffs. The guests were already up by 15 points in the first half lead by american guard Donte Gennie (185-G-83, college: Georgia Southern), who scored 18 points in the first 20 minutes. The home team just found the rhythm in the second half and tied it just a couple of minutes before the end, but it was not enough against Jara Doyne (193-G/F-84, college: Mississippi) who just scored very important baskets in the last minutes of the game. The american guard scored 30 points, collected 9 fouls against, 4 steals, 2 rebounds and 2 assists. Donte Gennie finished with 23 points and 6 fouls against. Rashaan Ames added 24 points and 5 assists in defeat. *by Tamas Deri

Eddy Barlow signed with Salgotarjan - by Tamas Deri
Eddy Barlow

(185-G-81, college: Sam Houston St.) might be the new point guard of the newcomer team of our first division! The 185 cm tall playmaker arrived some days ago to our country and will spend his tryout period until this weekend - after that he can stay until the end of the season if both parties fill in their expectations. Barlow finished his college carreer in 2003 and started his professional carreer in the USA. In 2004-05 he played 25 games for Wrzburg in the first division of Germany and helped his team with 13.7ppg, 2.9rpg, 2.9apg, 1.4spg, 2.6bpg. He spent three seasons in the CBA, USBL and Mexico before coming to Europe. In the season 2007-08 he played for BC Odesse in Ukraine: Ukrainian Superleague: 22 games: 11.0ppg, 3.5rpg, Assists-3 (3.9apg), 1.6spg, 2FGP: 36.0%, 3PT: 27.0%, FT: 63.0%; FIBA EuroCup: 2 games: 22.5ppg, 1.0rpg, 3.0apg, 1.5spg, 2FGP: 70%, 3FGP: 38.9%, FT: 83.3%. He spent the last season with InterCollege Etha Engomis in Cyprus. In November 2009 he signed with Ramat Gan in Israel as a replacement player and averaged 9.2 points and 2.8 assists in five games.

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IBL

Cleveland ABA Travel Team loses tough game to Detroit Hoops in Debut 106-112!!! - by Lucius Jones
The Cleveland ABA Travel Team lost a highly contested battle to the Detroit Hoops 106-112 in Detroit last night. The score was tied after the first and second periods, but a 16-2 run by Detroit proved to be just enough of a margin to secure the victory as Cleveland's travel team clawed back bit by bit throughout the second half. The primary culprit to the loss for Cleveland may have been their 22-37FT shooting total.

Detroit was led by probable ABA All Star, Allen White (6'3''-G-84, college: Huntingdon) who not only scored 22points but played a virtually flawless floor game and also contributed on the boards as well.

Cleveland's ABA Travel Team was led by 2-Time NCAA All American Chris Commons (6'9''-F-84, agency: Scorers 1st Sportmanagement, college: S.Carol.-Aiken) and IBL All Time Great/ Iran top performer Mike Brownlee (6'2''-G-75, agency: Huss Sport Agency, college: Charleston). Chris Commons (6'9''-F-84, agency: Scorers 1st Sportmanagement, college: S.Carol.-Aiken) led the team with 31points and double-digit rebounds as well. Mike Brownlee (6'2''-G-75, agency: Huss Sport Agency, college: Charleston) scored 17points and also ended up with double figure assists too.

Some other quality performances came from TeJay Anderson (6'5''-F-81, agency: Prossin Sports Management, college: Youngstown St.) who ended with 15ponts, Morgan Lewis (6'4''-F-87, college: Findlay (OH)) and his 11points, Leroy Mack (6'4''-G/F-81, college: Columbus St. CC) who scored 10points, and Shaun Ballard (7pts) and Dave DeHart (3pts) also played solid minutes.

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ICELAND

Stats Leaders (Men)

Points Per Game

Justin SHOUSE
  Stjarnan
  (180-G-81)
  Avg: 26.5

1. Shouse, Stjarnan	26.5
2. Dabney, Hamar	25.9
3. Valdimarsson, Ham.	24.1
4. Smith, Fjolnir	23.2
5. Flake, Grindavik	22.0
6. Zdravevski, Stjar.	22.0
7. Caird, FSU	21.1
8. Burton, Snaefell	20.6
9. Inge, KR	20.5
10. Baeringsson, Snaefe.	20.4

Rebounds Per Game

Hlynur BAERINGSSON
  Snaefell
  (200-F-82)
  Avg: 14.9

1. Baeringsson, Snaefell	14.9
2. Smith, Fjolnir	12.1
3. Clark, Keflavik	10.8
4. Helgason, Stjarnan	10.4
5. Stefansson, UMFN	9.5
6. Daanish, Tindastoll	9.4
7. Thorsteinsso., Kefla.	9.4
8. Caldwell, Breidablik	9.4
9. Caird, FSU	9.3
10. Davis, Breidabl.	9.0

Assists Per Game

Sean BURTON
  Snaefell
  (175-G-)
  Avg: 7.7

1. Burton, Snaefell	7.7
2. Steinarsson, Fjolnir	7.4
3. Shouse, Stjarnan	6.1
4. Jonsson, Grindavik	6.0
5. Inge, KR	5.4
6. Giovacchini, Tinda.	4.9
7. Dabney, Hamar	4.8
8. Gunnarsson, UMFN	4.5
9. Schmidt, Breidablik	4.3
10. Palsson, Ham.	4.2

Steals Per Game

Semaj INGE
  KR
  (193-G-87)
  Avg: 3.5

1. Inge, KR	3.5
2. Birmingham, Grindavik	3.0
3. Shouse, Stjarnan	2.8
4. Dabney, Hamar	2.4
5. Clark, Keflavik	2.3
6. Baeringsson, Snaefell	2.2
7. Vilhjalmsson, Kefla.	2.2
8. Palsson, Hamar	2.2
9. Hafsteinsson, Kefla.	2.1
10. Baker, F.	2.1

Blocks Per Game

Christopher SMITH
  Fjolnir
  (198-F-82)
  Avg: 3.2

1. Smith, Fjolnir	3.2
2. Nathanaelsso., Ham.	1.9
3. Clark, Keflavik	1.6
4. Stefansson, UMFN	1.6
5. Magnusson, KR	1.5
6. Baeringsson, Snaefell	1.4
7. Thorsteinsso., Kefla.	1.4
8. Daanish, Tindastoll	1.4
9. Inge, KR	1.3
10. Hafsteinsson, Kef.	1.2

Standings - Iceland Express League

Express L. Standings

1. UMFN	11-2
2. KR	11-2
3. Keflavik	11-3
4. Snaefell	10-4
5. Stjarnan	10-4
6. Grindavik	8-5
7. Hamar	6-8
8. IR	5-9
9. Tindastoll	4-9
10. Fjolnir	3-11
11. Breidablik	2-11
12. FSU	0-13

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IRELAND

Standings - EBS Superleague

SuperLeague Standings

North Conference
1. Killester	9-4
2. Belfast Star	7-5
3. DCU Saints	6-5
4. UCD Marian	3-8
5. Ulster Elks	2-9
South Conference
1. Eagles	12-1
2. UCC Demons	7-4
3. Neptune	7-4
4. Moycullen	3-9
5. Hoops	2-9

Stats Leaders - Men

Points Per Game

Juwann JAMES
  Neptune
  (198-F-)
  Avg: 36

1. James, Neptune	36.0
2. Aaron, Hoops	26.4
3. Turner, Killester	25.7
4. Robbins, UL Eagles	24.5
5. Fritsch, Moycullen	23.8
6. Perre, Belfast Star	23.0
7. Johnson, UCC D.	22.3
8. Cummins, Ulster Elks	19.1
9. Foley, Ulster Elks	19.1
10. Taylor, Hoo.	18.9

Rebounds Per Game

Carlton AARON
  Hoops
  (206-C-79)
  Avg: 17.9

1. Aaron, Hoops	17.9
2. Johnson, UCC D.	14.3
3. Robbins, UL Eagles	13.8
4. James, Neptune	12.9
5. Perre, Belfast Star	11.8
6. Neal, Ulster Elks	11.8
7. Turner, Killester	11.5
8. Trimmer, DCU S.	11.0
9. Foley, Ulster Elks	8.9
10. Fritsch, Moycull.	8.5

Assists Per Game

Scott KINEVANE
  UL Eagles
  (175-G-87)
  Avg: 8.4

1. Kinevane, UL Eagles	8.4
2. Drumm, Ulster Elks	4.6
3. Coughlin, UCC D.	4.2
4. Turner, Killester	4.2
5. Cummins, Ulster Elks	4.1
6. McCrone, UCD M.	4.0
7. Donnelly, DCU S.	3.9
8. Noonan, Neptune	3.6
9. Walsh, Neptune	3.3
10. Neal, Ulster El.	3.1

Steals Per Game

Jermaine TURNER
  Killester
  (195-F-74)
  Avg: 3.4

1. Turner, Killester	3.4
2. Nihill, Moycullen	3.1
3. James, Neptune	3.0
4. Kelly, Killester	2.8
5. Perre, Belfast Star	2.6
6. Summersgill, Belfas.	2.5
7. Loughnane, Moycu.	2.5
8. Murphy, UCC Demons	2.4
9. Donnelly, DCU S.	2.3
10. Kurcenkovas, Moy.	2.3

Blocks Per Game

Nate FRITSCH
  Moycullen
  (198-F-83)
  Avg: 2.7

1. Fritsch, Moycullen	2.7
2. Trimmer, DCU S.	2.1
3. James, Neptune	2.1
4. Neal, Ulster Elks	2.0
5. Bennett, Neptune	1.7
6. Johnson, UCC D.	1.6
7. Baynes, UCD Marian	1.4
8. Perre, Belfast Star	1.2
9. Turner, Killester	1.1
10. Robbins, UL Eagl.	1.0

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ISRAEL

Standings - BSL

Premier L. Standings

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

Premier L. Round: 11 (Regular Season) - by Eurobasket News
Hap.Jerusalem - Macc.Haifa 82-81
Hapoel Jerusalem needed to beat Maccabi Haifa 82:81 to tie both records at 8-3. Yogev Ohayon

(189-G-87, agency: Interperformances) top-scored for the winners with 22 points and Thompson Dijon produced 19. Kozikaro Ido finished the night with 23 points in defeat and Rich Jason notched 18.

Ironi Ramat G. - Hapoel Holon 85-78
Ironi Ramat cruised past Hapoel Holon 85:78 at the end of the Regular Season Round 11. John Sharper (186-G-84, college: San Diego St.) top-scored for the winners with 18 points, while three players added 16 each. Mitchell Dwayne answered with 20 points in the losing case.

Ironi Ashkelon - Macc.Rishon LZ 82-84
Ironi Ashkelon lost to Maccabi Rishon LZ 82:84 as the latter got 24 points from Dalron Johnson

(206-F-81, college: UNLV). O'Bannon Larry nailed 17, while Ben-Chimol Avi and McGhee Aaron posted 14 each. Roth Moran ended up with 19 points in the losing effort.

Ironi Nahariya - Bnei Hasharon 82-75
Ironi Nahariya jumped to 3-8 reord beating Bnei Hasharon 82:75. LaMarr Greer

(196-G-76, agency: Buck Andre, college: Florida St.) stepped up with 23 points for the winners and Shaashoua Oded added 17. Onyekwe Ugonna responded with 26 points in the losing effort.

Hapoel Afula - Galil Gilboa 83-107
Hapoel Afula lost to Galil Gilboa 83:107 as the latter got 23 points and 8 assists from Jeremy Pargo (188-G-86, agency: Priority Sports, college: Gonzaga). Kadir Elishay notched 19 and Randle Brian poured in 17 points. Christmas Dionte chipped in 20 points in the losing case.

Netanya - Maccabi T-A 113-104
Netanya handed Maccabi T-A their first loss in the League. The winners were too good to take 113:104 as the league-leaders fell at 10-1. Tony Washam

(198-F/G-82, college: St.Vincent) poured in 34 points for the winners, while Pinnock Danilo and Killingsworth Marco chipped in 26 points apiece. Wisniewski Andrew responded with 26 points for the team from Tel Aviv.

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ITALY

Ryan Richards loaned to BC Monthey - by Darryl Reshaw
Ryan Richards (212-F-91) was loaned to BBC Monthey last week from C.B. Gran Canaria 2014 from Spain.
The NBA future prospect exploded in his second game against Boncourt on Saturday with a 20 point and 11 rebound performance as Monthey won 79-73.
Ryan had been at C.B. Gran Canaria 2014 all season practicing with the ACB team and he played in a few EBA games.
Initially the club was waiting for one of their imports to get their Spanish passport which would have open playing opportunities for Richards.
However C.B. Gran Canaria 2014 knew Richards needed ample playing time against quality competition and opted to loan him to the Swiss League.
BBC Monthey is very excited to have this talented 18 year old prospect on their roster.
The Swiss League features an unrestricted amount of import players and BBC Monthey needed to beef up their roster to compete with the other Swiss Clubs who have 5-6 foreign players on their rosters.
Ryan is a very versatile 7 footer who can play three positions and score either on the inside or outside.
Several NBA scouts will be visiting Switzerland this month to see the youngest player ever to play in the Nike Hoop Summit at 15 years old in 2007.

Tadija Dragicevic joins Lottomatica Roma - by Eurobasket News
Tadija Dragicevic

(205-F-86, agency: Beo Basket) chose to continue his career in Italy. The 23-year-old forward that had left Crvena Zvezda several days ago agreed on terms of contract with Lottomatica Roma. Tadija Dragicevic averaged 13.8 points, 2.8 boards and 2.0 assists per EuroCup game this season. The forward also tallied 12.6 points, 4.5 boards and 1.5 assists for Crvena Zvezda in the Adriatic League. Dragicevic used to play for the Serbian U18 and U20 selections. He helped U20 team won the European Championship in Turkey back in 2006.

A Dilettanti Weekend Results - by Armando Caporaso
Group A

In the Round 19 Fortitudo confirms the first place in standing with a great victory against Castelletto for 110-91! For the visitors 22 points of Emanuele Rotondo

(196-G/F-75) and 12 points, with 6 assist, of Luca Conte (193-G-80, agency: Interperformances). For Bologna 5 players between 16 and 19 points, particularly: Davide Lamma (192-G-76, agency: Players Group) (18 points) that adds 3 steals and 7 assist, Silvio Gigena

(200-F-75) that signs 18 points with 11 rebounds and Alessandro Cittadini (207-C/F-79), that closes with 19 points and 7/7 at shoot! Forli' exceeds Riva (73-57 the final) and maintains the second place after the Fortitudo, only two points behind. Best scorer is Stefano Masciadri (200-F-89) with 17 points, helped by Claudio Tommasini (190-G-91), starts by bench, with 12 points and 7 steals. Dario Scodavolpe (193-G/F-83) is too alone with 15 points for the defeated. Ozzano wins on the court of Jesolo (0-17 the record!) for 88-78 thanks the performances of: Roberto Prandin (188-G-86), that closes with 28 points, and Alex Ranuzzi (195-F-86), with 22 points. Good job for Riccardo Perego (203-F/C-81) that signs 14 points and catch 6 rebounds. For Jesolo 21 points of Massimo Guerra (192-G-69), 10 points, with 11 rebounds of Andrea Cagnin (205-C-75) and fantastic, but useless, triple-double of Alessio Carniato (198-F-78): 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 fouls suffered. Nicola Minessi (195-G/F-74) leads Treviglio at the victory at Brescia with 24 points and 8/11 at shoot. In the 70-76 final good performance of Bernardo Musso (193-G-86) (19 points) and Massimo Rezzano (204-F/C-82), that sign 16 points and catch 8 rebounds (4 offensive). In the other matches:

Edilcost Osimo - Acegas Trieste 69-59 (M.Benfatto 19 pts, A.Gennari 13 reb, A.Vitale 4 stl)
Siram Fidenza - Tezenis Verona 66-76 (F.Dri 22 pts, L.Gandini 13 reb & 4 blk, D.Bonacini 6 stl)
Agricola Montecatini - Bitumcalor Trento 65-66 (D.Parente 20 pts, M.Carrizo 9 reb, D.Parente 7 ass)

Group B

After 17 matches Ostuni reaches Barcellona at the first place with 26 points. Sigma falls at Perugia (82-66) against the Liomatic. Not enough the 16 points of Ryan Bucci (192-G/F-81, college: C.W. Post) because for the winners Andrea Raschi (200-G/F-79, agency: Interperformances) signs 25 points with 13/14 at free throw, 6 steals and 7 rebounds. 22 points with 8/12 at shoot of Davide Poltroneri (195-G/F-85). Ostuni exceeds Ruvo for 69-62 thanks the double-double of Domenico Morena (210-F/C-70) (17 points and 12 rebounds) and at the good match of Francesco Amoroso (202-F-78), that closes with 11 points and 8 rebounds. For the losers 18 points of Simone Bonfiglio (181-G-88) and 17 points, with 5 steals, for Giancarlo Palombita (188-G-79). Molfetta wins at Agrigento for 84-81 and leaves the last place in standing. Very excellent match for Andrea Malamov (196-G-83) with 28 points and 9/13 at shoot. For Agrigento 19 points of Michele Giovanatto (202-F-81, agency: Interperformances) and 20 points of John Pennisi (209-C-78). Siena exceeds S.Antimo for 89-79 and reaches the third place with other 5 teams. 24 points of Daniele Casadei (199-F/G-81) with 11 rebounds but 7 turnovers, 16 for Marco Portannese (194-G/F-89, agency: Players Group) with 10 assist. For the visitors 21 points of Mike Gizzi (196-G/F-75, college: La Salle), 18 points with 11 rebounds of Simone Gatti (201-F-82) and 15 points, with 9 fouls suffered, of Carlo Cantone

(187-G-85). The other results:

Mazzeo S.Severo - FMC Ferentino 69-66 (G.Rugolo 24 pts, D.Zivic 8 reb, R.Fossati 7ass)
Solsonica Palestrina - Publisys Potenza 60-47 (G.Antrops 19 pts, S.Laudoni 9 reb, F.Gagliardo 3 blk)
Bawer Matera - Basket Trapani 57-69 (M.Evangelisti 25 pts, F.Longobardi 13 reb, F.Gilardi 6 stl)

Serie A, Top Players of Week 15 - by Stefano Pini
MVP of the week
Ibrahim Jaaber

(187-G-84, college: Pennsylvania) Lottomatica Roma, 23 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 6 steals
Great reaction for Roma and great reaction for Ibby. He started in shooting guard position and was free to hit for the whole game. Luca Vitali (201-G-86), for size and abilities, seems the perfect player to divide the backcourt with him. But we're not sure that his bad moment was only a question of position (pointguard - shootinguard). In these seasons at Roma he seemed windsurf-player. He rides the wave when the system works, shining like yesterday. But he usually sinks with the rest of the team in the bad days...

Best Italian Player
Stefano Mancinelli (203-F-83) Armani Jeans Milano, 14 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists
Against Benetton we appreciated once the again his ability to pass the ball.
Thinking to the past, Benetton Treviso had Marcelo Nicola (207-C/F-71), very skill to pass the ball in position number 4.
Montepaschi Siena has Shaun Stonerook

(203-F/C-77, college: Ohio), another great passer.
Mancio, in the next future, could have this key-role for Milano in the future.

Best Euro Player
Yohann Sangare

(193-G-83, agency: Priority Sports) Carife Ferrara 16 points 3 steals 3 assists
He scored 6 points in a row to open the 4th quarter against Biella.
Ferrara will give battle to avoid the relegation. We'll have fun in the 2nd round. Thanks also to serious professional player like the french pointguard

Honorable Mention
Randolph Childress

(190-G-72, college: Wake Forest) Cimberio Varese 23 points, 7 assists
Mike Hall

(203-F-84, agency: SportsTalent, college: George Washington) Armani Jeans Milano 20 points 8 offensive rebounds
Andre Hutson

(202-F-79, college: Michigan St.) Lottomatica Roma 16 points 10 rebounds
Marques Green (170-G-82, college: St.Bonaventure) Scavolini Pesaro 13 points 4 rebounds 7 assists
Romain Sato

(194-G/F-81, college: Xavier) Montepaschi Siena 23 points 8/11 from the court

Standings - B1

A dilettanti Standings

Group A
1. Fortitudo BO	16-2
2. Forli	15-3
3. Ozzano	15-3
4. Brescia	11-6
5. Trento	11-7
6. Treviglio	10-8
7. Omegna	9-8
8. Tezenis Verona	9-9
9. Montecatini	7-10
10. Castelletto	7-11
11. Osimo	7-11
12. Fidenza	6-12
13. Trieste	5-13
14. Riva del Garda	5-13
15. Jesolo S.Dona	0-17
Group B
1. Barcellona	13-4
2. Ostuni	13-4
3. Ferentino	10-7
4. San Severo	10-7
5. Comsum.it SI	10-7
6. Perugia	10-7
7. Palestrina	10-7
8. Trapani	10-7
9. S.Antimo	8-9
10. Ruvo	7-10
11. Matera	7-10
12. Agrigento	6-11
13. Molfetta	3-14
14. Potenza	2-15

Stats Leaders - SerieA

Points Per Game

Gary NEAL
  Benetton TV
  (193-G-84)
  Avg: 19.6

1. Neal, Benetton TV	19.6
2. Grundy, Carife FE	19.3
3. Aradori, Angelico.	17.6
4. Brown, Air AV	17.0
5. Jackson, Carife FE	16.1
6. Lavrinovic, Montepas.	15.8
7. Ere, Pepsi Caserta	15.5
8. Rowland, Vanoli CR	15.3
9. Williams, Scavolin.	15.1
10. Smith, Angelico	14.7

Rebounds Per Game

Greg BRUNNER
  Sigma Coat.
  (201-F-83)
  Avg: 10.4

1. Brunner, Sigma C.	10.4
2. Wallace, Benetton.	8.9
3. Williams, Scavolin.	8.5
4. Jones, Pepsi C.	8.3
5. Troutman, Air AV	8.1
6. Pasco, Angelico BI	7.4
7. Ivanov, Sigma C.	7.2
8. Traylor, Martos N.	6.7
9. Szewczyk, Air AV	6.7
10. Brown, Vanoli	6.6

Assists Per Game

Dee BROWN
  Air AV
  (185-G-84)
  Avg: 5

1. Brown, Air AV	5.0
2. Poeta, Banca Tercas	4.5
3. Green, Scavolini PS	4.5
4. McIntyre, Montepas.	4.2
5. Smith, Angelico BI	4.2
6. Finley, Armani MI	4.1
7. Childress, Cimberio.	3.8
8. Rowland, Vanoli CR	3.7
9. Collins, CS Bologna	3.6
10. Kus, Benetton	3.4

Steals Per Game

Marques GREEN
  Scavolini PS
  (170-G-82)
  Avg: 3.5

1. Green, Scavolini PS	3.5
2. Troutman, Air AV	3.1
3. Jaaber, Lottomat.	3.0
4. Rowland, Vanoli CR	2.9
5. Hawkins, Montepas.	2.7
6. Jeffers, NGC Cantu	2.7
7. Grundy, Carife FE	2.4
8. Vinicius, Sigma Coat.	2.4
9. Di Bella, Pepsi C.	2.3
10. Brunner, Sigma.	2.3

Blocks Per Game

Andrea CROSARIOL
  Lottomatica
  (212-C-84)
  Avg: 1.3

1. Crosariol, Lottomat.	1.3
2. Pasco, Angelico BI	1.0
3. Eze, Montepaschi	1.0
4. Lavrinovic, Montepas.	1.0
5. Gigli, Lottomatica	1.0
6. Nnamaka, Carife FE	1.0
7. Cusin, Vanoli CR	0.9
8. Traylor, Martos N.	0.9
9. Maggioli, CS Bo.	0.9
10. Nicevic, Benett.	0.9

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. Goss, Scafati .	21.6
3. Whiting, Aget IM	21.4
4. Crispin, Enel B.	20.0
5. Kemp, Banco Sard.	19.4
6. Slay, Carmatic PT	19.2
7. Rowe, Banco Sard.	19.1
8. Skinn, Carmatic PT	18.2
9. Hines, Prima Veroli	18.2
10. Boyette, Miro.	18.1

Rebounds Per Game

Ndudi EBI
  Riviera Solare
  (206-F-84)
  Avg: 13.4

1. Ebi, Riviera Solare	13.4
2. Johnson, Scafati .	11.6
3. Waleskowski, Fileni J.	10.4
4. Ezugwu, Aget IM	8.9
5. Di Giuliomar., Umana R.	8.8
6. Hines, Prima Veroli	8.6
7. Chiacig, Scafati .	8.4
8. Brkic, Snaidero UD	8.1
9. Thomas, Enel Brindisi	7.7
10. Vanuzzo, Banco.	7.6

Assists Per Game

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

1. Rowe, Banco Sard.	4.9
2. Brown, Snaidero UD	4.4
3. Hatten, UCC C.	4.4
4. Nissim, Prima Veroli	4.2
5. Garris, Umana R.	3.4
6. Young, Edimes PV	3.4
7. Slay, Carmatic PT	3.3
8. Scarone, Riviera .	3.3
9. Crispin, Enel B.	3.2
10. Draper, Prima Vero.	3.1

Steals Per Game

Marcus HATTEN
  UCC Casalpus.
  (186-G-80)
  Avg: 3.5

1. Hatten, UCC C.	3.5
2. Hines, Prima Veroli	3.4
3. Goss, Scafati .	3.4
4. Ebi, Riviera Solare	3.1
5. Skinn, Carmatic PT	2.9
6. Young, Edimes PV	2.9
7. Boyette, Miro R.	2.9
8. Draper, Prima Veroli	2.8
9. DeVecchi, Banco S.	2.8
10. Rowe, Banco Sa.	2.6

Blocks Per Game

Troy OSTLER
  UCC Casalpus.
  (209-F-78)
  Avg: 2.2

1. Ostler, UCC C.	2.2
2. Pearson, Miro R.	2.1
3. Di Giuliomar., Umana R.	1.9
4. Ebi, Riviera Solare	1.7
5. Hines, Prima Veroli	1.6
6. Hubalek, Banco S.	1.1
7. Bryan, Enel Brindisi	1.0
8. Boykin, Fileni Jesi	1.0
9. Brkic, Snaidero UD	0.9
10. Melli, Trenkwald.	0.9

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JAMAICA

Louisville ends slump with victory over Cincinnati - by Leonard Whyte
Louisville, KY (01-25-2010): University of Louisville said goodbye to a three-game losing streak yesterday afternoon when it got contributions from a host of players in a 68-60 win over University of Cincinnati in a Big East Conference face-off. Center Samardo Samuels controlled the paint on his way to 14 points and five rebounds as Louisville (13-7, 4-3 Big East) recovered from a slow start to take a 33-30 halftime lead. The Cardinals, who never trailed in the second half, hit 4-of-8 three-pointers and 9-of-11 free throws to seal the victory. Louisville next faces 11th-ranked University of West Virginia on Saturday at noon in a game to be broadcasted live on ESPN.

Rutgers outclassed by Georgetown - by Leonard Whyte
Washington, D.C. (01-25-2010): Rutgers University fell to 0-7 in the Big East Conference after losing 88-63 by to 12th-ranked Georgetown University on Saturday afternoon in the nations capital. National player Mike Coburn added 10 points but Rutgers proved to be no match for one of the elite teams in the conference. Georgetown closed out the first half on a 7-0 run to take a 17-point lead then blew the game open in the early minutes of the second half. Rutgers fell to 9-10 overall and will play back-to-back road games when it travels to Milwaukee to face Marquette University tomorrow beginning at 9:00 p.m. EST. The game will be broadcasted live on ESPNU.

Cedarville scores much-needed road victory at Roberts Wesleyan - by Leonard Whyte
Rochester, NY (01-25-2010): Cedarville University, behind game highs of 21 points and 11 rebounds from captain Ricardo Alliman, held off Roberts Wesleyan College 74-70 last night to capture a key road victory at Roberts Wesleyan College in a crucial American Mideast Conference (AMC) clash. After an early 19-10 lead, Cedarville (12-7, 4-2 AMC) found itself trailing 40-34 at the break but with 1:40 left in the contest Alliman grabbed an offensive rebound and powered it back up to give the winners the lead for good. Cedarville then closed out the game by sinking four free crucial throws in the final 20 seconds. Cedarville hosts Walsh University tomorrow in another AMC contest beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Tulsa keeps Rice winless in C-USA - by Leonard Whyte
Tulsa, OK (01-25-2010): University of Tulsa continued its dominance at home this season with a 62-58 victory of Rice University on Saturday night in a Conference USA encounter. The Hurricanes are now 13-0 at home and also remained unbeaten in the conference at 7-0. Seven-foot center Jerome Jordan fought double-teams all night but still managed to deliver 11 points and nine rebounds as Tulsa improved to 16-3 overall. Both teams shot poorly as Rice made only 38 percent of its shots from the field while Tulsa connected on only 40.4 percent. Tulsa travels to Birmingham tomorrow to face University of Alabama-Birmingham (UAB) at 7:00 p.m. CT in a game to decide the conference frontrunner.

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BJ League Round: 17 (Regular Season) - by Eurobasket News
Osaka Evessa - Oita H.Devils 86-93
Osaka Evessa lost to Oita H.Devils 86:93 as the latter got 27 points and 17 rebounds from Michael Bell (206-F-82, college: Florida Atlantic). Woods Ricky collected 21 points and 14 boards, while Lottich Matt added 20. Palmer David dliverd 21 points in the losing effort.

Takamatsu FA - Shiga Lakestars 63-97
Takamatsu FA was beaten by Shiga Lakestars 63:97 on January 24th. Gary Hamilton (208-F/C-84, college: Miami, FL) poured in 22 points and 11 boards, while Nash Bobby had 18 points and 11 rebounds. Gardener Michael finished the game with 21 points in defeat.

Niigata Albirex - Toyama Grouses 86-56
Niigata Albirex rolled over Toyama Grouses 86:56 as Paul Butorac (208-F-83, college: E.Washington) paced all the winners with 17 points, while Echefu Uche collected 14 points and 11 boards. Kato Makoto finished the night with 15 points in defeat.

Hamamatsu P. - Tokyo Apache 82-67
Hamamatsu overcame Tokyo Apache 82:67 at the Regular Season Round 17. Wendell White (198-G-84, agency: Liman Sports, college: UNLV) paced all the winners with 25 points and 11 boards and Knight William added 17. Ashby Julius and Aoki Cohey responded with 19 points each.

Kyoto Hannaryz - Okinawa GK 68-66
Bostic Josh nailed 23 points as Kyoto Hannaryz beat Okinawa GK 68:66. George Leach (210-C-81, college: Indiana) ended up with 20 points in the losing effort and Sugawara Yosuke had 14 for Golden Kings.

Kyoto Hannaryz - Okinawa GK 93-76
Bostic Josh netted 27 points as Kyoto Hannaryz defeated Okinawa GK 93:76. Naoto Takushi (183-G-81) posted 18 and Clifford John had 17. McHenry Anthony responded with 31 points in the losing case and Sugawara Yosuke notched 17.

Osaka Evessa - Oita H.Devils 92-61
Osaka Evessa beat Oita H.Devils 92:61 at the start of the Regular Season Round 17. Michael Bell top-scored for his team with 24 points and 10 boards, while Singleton Rashaad collected 10 points and 13 boards. Blackwell Ryan chipped in 26 points for Osaka, while Murry Nile added 20 points, 10 assists and 7 boards for the winners.

Takamatsu FA - Shiga Lakestars 70-90
Takamatsu FA lost to Shiga Lakestars 70:90 as the latter got 22 points and 16 rebounds from Schafer Ray. Nash Bobby nailed 19 and Gary Hamilton had 15 points and 18 boards. Okada Yu netted 19 points in the losing case.

Niigata Albirex - Toyama Grouses 80-64
Niigata Albirex outscored Toyama Grouses 80:64 on January 23rd. Levett Tyrone stepped up with 20 points, Paul Butorac collected 16 points and 19 boards, while Ikeda Yuichi added 16. Lemons Kirby chipped in 22 points and had 14 boards in the losing effort.

Hamamatsu P. - Tokyo Apache 73-75
Hamamatsu was defeated by Tokyo Apache 73:75 as the latter got 25 points and 12 caroms from Ashby Julius. Chappell Michael nailed 21 points and Aoki Cohey produced 10. Wendell White ended up with 30 points in the losing case.

Standings - BJ League

BJ Standings

Eastern
1. Hamamatsu P.	21-5
2. Sendai 89ers	16-10
3. Niigata Albirex	13-13
4. Toyama Grouses	10-14
5. Saitama Bron.	10-14
6. Tokyo Apache	7-17
Western
1. Okinawa GK	19-9
2. Fukuoka Rizing	18-10
3. Shiga Lakestars	15-15
4. Osaka Evessa	12-14
5. Oita H.Devils	12-16
6. Kyoto Hannaryz	11-15
7. Takamatsu FA	8-20

Takamatsu Five Arrows sign Waki Williams - by Eurobasket
Takamatsu Five Arrows (BJ League) agreed terms with 28-year old American forward Waki Williams (206-F-82, college: Memphis). Williams played most recently at Osaka Evessa (BJ League), where he started this season. While playing 20 games for Osaka Evessa this season he averaged 9.2ppg, 7.3rpg and 0.8bpg. Williams is a very experienced player. He played also pro basketball in Dominican Rep., Mexico and Lebanon.
By Eurobasket Data Center

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JORDAN

Orthodox Club U17 Tournament - Day 3 - by Omar Shafaamri
(Amman - Jo-Basket.com)
The 1st round's Orthodox Club Under-17 Tournament final day matches last night witnessed 2 games helped identify the final ranking of the teams before the semi-final matches, The games winner were'nt until the final seconds, where competition between ASU Sports Club and Al Wihdat was on its top to know the 3rd place team while the 2nd game was to identify who will settle on the 1st place between ORthodox and Al Riyadi.

ASU Sports Club 60 : Al Wihdat 66
Al Wihdat turned things to their side despite the absence of Mommed and Munir Idais, Credits must be given to Mohammed Abu Ali (18 points) and Fakhri Al Siyoori (16 points), ASU was'nt an easy team at all through the big push from Ahmad Nofal (16 points) who made the difference for his team in so many places.

Orthodox 71 : Al Riyadi 64
Orthodox's players Malek Kanaan (16 points), Abdullah Abdeen (15 points) and Farah Qaz'aar (12 points) succeeded to come from behind in this game after being late by 12 points for Al Riyadi by Saleh Kayyali, Abdullah Jararaah and Ibrahim Hasouneh (17 points for each).

Final Standings:
1- Orthodox
2- Al Riyadi
3- Al Wihdat
4- ASU Sports Club

Sponsors: Nissan
Media Sponsors: Ayyam FM, Spin FM, Luxury Publications
Venue: Emile Haddad Gym at Orthodox Club
Tickets: for free

Under 17 Games:
Friday 22/01/2010 5:00 P.M (1) Wehdat vs. Riyadi (61-72)
Friday 22/01/2010 7:00 P.M (2) Orthodox vs. ASU (93-70)
Saturday 23/01/2010 5:00 P.M (3) Riyadi vs. ASU (75-74)
Saturday 23/01/2010 7:00 P.M (4) Wehdat vs. Orthodox (88-97)
Sunday 24/01/2010 7:00 P.M (5) ASU vs. Wehdat (60-66)
Sunday 24/01/2010 8:30 P.M (6) Riyadi vs. Orthodox (64-71)
Tuesday 26/01/2010 5:00 P.M (7) Semi- Final: 1st vs. 4th (Orthodox vs. Al Riyadi)
Tuesday 26/01/2010 7:00 P.M (8) Semi- Final: 2nd vs. 3rd (Al Riyadi vs. Al Wihdat)
Wed 27/01/2010 7:00 P.M (9) Final:Winner 7 vs. Winner 8

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Jo-Basket.com - The 1st Jordanian Basketball website is now launched - by Mohammed Malas
Today at 10:00 Am Jordan time, The first ever Jordanian Basketball Website Jo-Basket.com was launched for everyone, Eurobasket is proud to be partners with this project.

Jo-Basket.com is a website which will serve all the parties of Basketball in Jordan including Players, Coaches, Directors, Referees and even Journalists.

Our main objective is to be the best source of basketball news in the country by covering all the details of whats going on inside and outside the court from news, results, statistics, interviews and information of each part of our lovley game.

Fans can be involved into the news through their comments on posts which are posted on the website or by contacting the website admin for any detail they want, We will always be under your service in anything which can develop basketball in Jordan ahead.

Jo-Basket.com includes 3 main sections:

1- News:
In this secion, News will be posted with details in order to put everyone in touch with all what's going on around and inside the news.

2- BackBoard:
BackBoard will be specialized in marking on some important cases in Basketball inside the country adding to more details on players and coaches.

3- Photo Gallery:
Most of the memories can be saved and be more meaningful through photos thats why this section will be so important to put the fans on the action as it happened.

Wish you will all enjoy what will be covered on Jo-Basket.com and we're always ready to read your notes that can help us to develop this website to the better for everyone in this country.

You can visit the website at http://www.jo-basket.com ...Enjoy

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KOSOVO

Standings - Superleague

SuperLeague Standings

1. Sigal Prishtina	14-1
2. Bashkimi	12-4
3. Trepca	12-4
4. Peja	8-8
5. Kosova	5-11
6. Bambi	4-11
7. Col.Eurosport	4-12
8. Drita	4-12

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LATVIA

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