Eurobasket Daily News Report: 10/21/2012 4:04:01 AM

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ADRIATIC LEAGUE

Standings

Adriatic League Standings

1. Igokea			5-0
2. Partizan			3-1
3. Cedevita			3-1
4. Union Olimpija			3-1
5. Krka			3-1
6. KK Split			3-2
7. Buducnost			2-2
8. Radnicki KG			2-3
9. MZT Skopje			2-3
10. Cibona			1-3
11. Siroki WWin			1-3
12. Zadar			1-3
13. Crvena Zvezda			1-4
14. Szolnok			1-4

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 20: Radnicki KG - Szolnok 97-72
Oct. 19: Crvena Zvezda - Igokea 75-76
Oct. 20: KK Split - MZT Skopje 73-65
Oct. 21: Cibona - Zadar
Oct. 21: Siroki WWin - Krka
Oct. 21: Buducnost - Partizan
Oct. 22: Union Olimpija - Cedevita

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Marton BADER
  Szolnok
  (212-C-80)
  Avg: 20.3

1. Bader, Szolnok	20.3
2. Mimica, KK Split	17.4
3. Travis, Zadar	17.0
4. Rakocevic, Crvena	16.8
5. Blazic, Union O.	16.0
6. Vujcic, KK Split	15.8
7. Andric, Cedevita	14.3
8. Planinic, Siroki W.	13.5
9. Davis, MZT Skopje	13.2
10. Bost, Buducnost	13.0

Rebounds Per Game

Marton BADER
  Szolnok
  (212-C-80)
  Avg: 11.5

1. Bader, Szolnok	11.5
2. Sakic, Siroki WWin	9.5
3. Gordon, Partizan	7.8
4. Savovic, Crvena Z.	7.6
5. Musli, Partizan	7.3
6. Sobin, KK Split	6.8
7. Page, Union Olimpi.	6.8
8. Travis, Zadar	6.3
9. Omic, Union Olimpi.	6.3
10. Suput, Cedevita	6.0

Assists Per Game

Balazs SIMON
  Szolnok
  (187-PG-80)
  Avg: 5.2

1. Simon, Szolnok	5.2
2. Rannikko, Union O.	5.0
3. Mijajlovic, MZT S.	4.8
4. Subotic, KK Split	4.6
5. Markovic, Radnicki.	4.0
6. Green, Cedevita	3.8
7. Carter, Cibona	3.7
8. Hammonds, Igokea	3.6
9. Vladovic, Krka	3.5
10. Thomas, Partizan	3.3

Steals Per Game

Marques GREEN
  Cedevita
  (167-PG-82)
  Avg: 2.5

1. Green, Cedevita	2.5
2. Prepelic, Union O.	2.3
3. Persic, Siroki W.	2.3
4. Strawberry, Cibona	2.3
5. Salin, Union Olimp.	1.8
6. Hammonds, Igokea	1.8
7. White, Radnicki KG	1.8
8. Travis, Zadar	1.8
9. Kalve, Szolnok	1.6
10. Muric, Krka	1.5

Blocks Per Game

Todor GECEVSKI
  MZT S.
  (209-C-77)
  Avg: 1.7

1. Gecevski, MZT S.	1.7
2. Musli, Partizan	1.5
3. Bryan-A., Radnicki.	1.2
4. Kalve, Szolnok	1.0
5. Edwards, Igokea	0.8
6. Sinovec, Radnicki.	0.8
7. Ramljak, Zadar	0.8
8. Almond, Crvena Z.	0.6
9. Vujcic, KK Split	0.6
10. Katic, Crvena Z.	0.6

Morris Almond to leave Crvena zvezda Diva - by Rado Markovic Hribernik

Crvena Zvezda DIVA Beograd built a strong and for the standards of Adriatic league an expensive team heading into the 2012/13 season. One of the reinforcements that were ment to make the difference was a former NBA player Morris Almond (198-F/G-85, college: Rice), but as time passed it became obvious that he couldn't live up to the expectations.

So, after the 4th defeat in the first 5 rounds of the regional league, this time to Igokea, the club's management decided it was time to make the first cut at the roster and the contract with the American swingman will be terminated.

Almond averaged 18.4 minutes, 6 points and 3 rebounds per game at the opening of the season.

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ARGENTINA

Standings - LigaA

LigaA Standings

North
1. Libertad S.		9-2
2. Olimpico LB		8-3
3. Regatas C.		7-4
4. Quimsa		6-5
5. Sionista		6-5
6. Atenas		4-7
7. Union Progr.		3-8
8. La Union		1-10
South
1. Penarol		9-2
2. Argentino		7-4
3. Lanus		7-4
4. Boca Jrs		5-5
5. Obras		4-5
6. Wuber-Est.Bahia		4-6
7. GECR Indalo		4-7
8. 9 de Julio		2-9

Regular Season: Round 11

North

Oct. 19: Sionista - La Union 83-77
Oct. 19: Olimpico LB - Libertad S. 75-69
Oct. 19: Atenas - Quimsa 57-78

South

Oct. 19: Obras - Wuber-Est.Bahia 92-96
Oct. 19: GECR Indalo - 9 de Julio 87-66
Oct. 19: Lanus - Argentino 85-72
Oct. 19: Boca Jrs - Penarol 65-73

Regular Season: Round 12

North

Oct. 21: Regatas C. - La Union
Oct. 21: Atenas - Libertad S.
Oct. 21: Sionista - Union Progr.
Oct. 21: Olimpico LB - Quimsa

South

Oct. 21: Boca Jrs - Wuber-Est.Bahia
Oct. 21: GECR Indalo - Argentino
Oct. 21: Obras - Penarol
Oct. 21: Lanus - 9 de Julio

Stats Leaders - LigaA

Points Per Game

Marcus FIZER
  Wuber-Es.
  (203-F/C-78)
  Avg: 19.2

1. Fizer, Wuber-Es.	19.2
2. Roby, Wuber-Es.	19.0
3. Gutierrez, Obras	18.8
4. DeGroat, Boca Jrs	18.0
5. Nelson, 9 de Julio	17.9
6. Phillip, Union Pro.	16.6
7. Pau, Olimpico LB	15.6
8. Lewis, La Union	15.4
9. Cequeira, Sionista	15.3
10. Jackson, GECR I.	14.8

Rebounds Per Game

Darren PHILLIP
  Union Progr.
  (201-F-78)
  Avg: 12.1

1. Phillip, Union Pro.	12.1
2. Clancy, Olimpico.	10.7
3. Gutierrez, Obras	9.9
4. Seawright, GECR I.	9.5
5. Kammerichs, Regat.	9.2
6. Fierro, Atenas	8.3
7. Lewis, La Union	8.0
8. Nelson, 9 de Julio	7.9
9. Fizer, Wuber-Es.	7.8
10. Sanchez, Libertad.	7.6

Assists Per Game

Facundo CAMPAZZO
  Penarol
  (179-PG-91)
  Avg: 7.3

1. Campazzo, Penarol	7.3
2. De los Santo., Arg.	5.1
3. Aguirre, Quimsa	4.6
4. Osimani, Obras	4.3
5. Cajal, Union Progr.	4.2
6. Martinez, Regat.	4.2
7. Faggiano, Wuber-.	4.1
8. Cequeira, Sionista	3.9
9. Laprovittola, Lanus	3.7
10. Treise, Libertad	3.7

Steals Per Game

Ariel PAU
  Olimpico LB
  (186-G/F-84)
  Avg: 2.9

1. Pau, Olimpico LB	2.9
2. Campazzo, Penarol	2.5
3. Espinoza, Obras	2.1
4. Aguirre, Quimsa	2.0
5. Ciorciari, GECR I.	1.8
6. De los Santo., Arg.	1.8
7. Phillip, Union Pro.	1.7
8. Boccia, Lanus	1.7
9. Lescano, Atenas	1.7
10. Pittman, Sionista	1.7

Blocks Per Game

Sam CLANCY
  Olimpico.
  (202-C-80)
  Avg: 1.8

1. Clancy, Olimpico.	1.8
2. Battle, Lanus	1.6
3. Mata, Penarol	1.2
4. Gutierrez, Obras	1.0
5. Sanchez, Libertad.	0.9
6. Kammerichs, Regat.	0.8
7. Williams, Quimsa	0.8
8. Calderon, Regat.	0.8
9. Meyinsse, Sionista	0.7
10. Gutierrez, Penarol	0.7

LigaA Round 11: #1 Libertad Sunchales are defeated by Olimpico de La Banda - by Eurobasket News

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Libertad Sunchales (9-2) on the court of second ranked Olimpico de La Banda on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Olimpico de La Banda 75-69. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in North. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 25-9. But Libertad Sunchales won second period 18-13. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Olimpico de La Banda dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Libertad Sunchales' 30. It was a great evening for American forward Cedric McGowan (200-85, college: Cincinnati, agency: Court Side) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import center Sam Clancy (202-80, college: USC) helped adding 6 points and 15 rebounds. The former international forward Gabriel Mikulas (200-80, college: E.Carolina, agency: Interperformances) responded with 13 points and 8 rebounds. Olimpico de La Banda maintains second place in North with 8-3 record behind leader Penarol. Libertad Sunchales at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Olimpico de La Banda are looking forward to face Quimsa (#4) in Santiado Estero in the next round. Libertad Sunchales will play on the road against Atenas in Cordoba and is hoping to win this game.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Buenos Aires. Third ranked host Lanus (7-4) defeated second-ranked Argentino (7-4) 85-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Argentino. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized Italian guard Patricio Prato (196-79) who led the winners and scored 23 points. Nicolas Laprovittola accounted for 12 points and 4 assists. American forward Kavon Lytch (199-87, college: Oklahoma City) came up with 16 points and 8 rebounds for Argentino in the defeat. Lanus moved-up to second place in South, which they share with defeated Argentino. Lanus will play against 9 de Julio (#8) in Rio Tercero in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Argentino will play on the road against GECR Indalo (#7) in Comodoro R. and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Buenos Aires. 4th placed host Boca Juniors (5-5) lost to first ranked Penarol (9-2) 73-65. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Boca Juniors. The best player for the winners was Marcos Mata who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. John DeGroat produced 20 points and 5 rebounds for the hosts. Boca Juniors' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Penarol have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place in South with 9-2 record. Loser Boca Juniors keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Penarol will meet Obras (#5) in the next round. Boca Juniors will play against Wuber-Est.Bahia in Bahia Blanca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Cordoba supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Quimsa (6-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Atenas (4-7). Quimsa smashed Atenas 78-57. James Williams orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Quimsa moved-up to fourth place in North, which they share with Sionista. Atenas at the other side keeps the sixth position with seven games lost. Quimsa's next round opponent will be league's second-placed Olimpico de La Banda on the road and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Atenas will play against the league's leader Libertad Sunchales (#1).

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 11:
In North La Union lost to Sionista on the opponent's court 77-83.
In South Obras unfortunately lost to Wuber-Est.Bahia in a home game 92-96. 9 de Julio was rolled over GECR Indalo on the road 66-87.

Group North

Olimpico LB - Libertad S. 75-69

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Libertad Sunchales (9-2) on the court of second ranked Olimpico de La Banda on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Olimpico de La Banda 75-69. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in North. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 25-9. But Libertad Sunchales won second period 18-13. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Olimpico de La Banda dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Libertad Sunchales' 30. It was a great evening for American forward Cedric McGowan (200-85, college: Cincinnati, agency: Court Side) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 6 rebounds. His fellow American import center Sam Clancy (202-80, college: USC) helped adding 6 points and 15 rebounds. The former international forward Gabriel Mikulas (200-80, college: E.Carolina, agency: Interperformances) responded with 13 points and 8 rebounds and American swingman William Graves (198-88, college: N.Carolina) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Olimpico de La Banda maintains second place in North with 8-3 record behind leader Penarol. Libertad Sunchales at the other side still keeps top position with two games lost. Olimpico de La Banda are looking forward to face Quimsa (#4) in Santiado Estero in the next round. Libertad Sunchales will play on the road against Atenas in Cordoba and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Olimpico LB: C.McGowan 26+6reb+3ast, A.Pau 12+4reb+1ast, F.Ramirez 8+7reb, D.Yearby 7+5reb, H.Salles 7+1ast, J.Machuca 7+1reb+1ast
Libertad S.: G.Mikulas 13+8reb+2ast, W.Graves 11+7reb, J.Treise 11+2reb+2ast, D.Garcia 9+2reb, J.Emiliano Fernandez 9+6reb+2ast, M.Saglietti 8+2reb

Sionista - La Union 83-77

Very expected game in Parana where 8th ranked La Union (1-10) was defeated by fourth ranked Sionista (6-5) 83-77. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. La Union was ahead by 9 points after three quarters before a 28-13 charge of Sionista, which allowed them to win the game. 24 personal fouls committed by La Union helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. International point guard Luis Cequeira (180-85) orchestrated the victory by scoring 19 points. American guard Brian Woodward (191-81, college: Rhode Island) contributed with 15 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Nicolas Gianella (186-78) answered with 19 points and American forward Gregory Lewis (200-78, college: Winthrop, agency: Dream Team Management) added 12 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for La Union. Five Sionista and four La Union players scored in double figures. Sionista maintains fourth place in North with 6-5 record, which they share with Quimsa. La Union lost their eighth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with ten games lost. Sionista's next round opponent will be Union Progresista (#7) in Villa Angela. La Union will play on the road against Regatas Corrientes.
Top scorers:
Sionista: L.Cequeira 19+2reb+2ast, J.Pittman 19+2reb+1ast, B.Woodward 15+5reb+2ast, M.Sandes 13+4reb+1ast, A.Zilli 12+2reb+2ast, D.Hure 3+5reb
La Union: N.Gianella 19+2reb+3ast, R.Humphrey 14+2reb, K.Lamonte 14+1reb+1ast, G.Lewis 12+6reb+1ast, A.Marin 9+7reb, J.Caceres 7+2reb

Atenas - Quimsa 57-78

The game in Cordoba supposed to be also worth to mention about. Fifth ranked Quimsa (6-5) played at the court of 6th ranked Atenas (4-7). Quimsa smashed Atenas 78-57. The game was mostly controlled by Quimsa. Atenas was better in fourth quarter 18-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American center James Williams (204-79, college: Brown Mackie, agency: Dream Team Management) orchestrated the victory by scoring 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The former international power forward Diego Lo Grippo (198-78) contributed with 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Quimsa players scored in double figures. Power forward Mariano Fierro (201-86) answered with 7 points and 7 rebounds and forward Julian Aprea (200-87) added 6 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Atenas. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Quimsa moved-up to fourth place in North, which they share with Sionista. Atenas at the other side keeps the sixth position with seven games lost. Quimsa's next round opponent will be league's second-placed Olimpico de La Banda on the road and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Atenas will play against the league's leader Libertad Sunchales (#1).
Top scorers:
Quimsa: D.Lo Grippo 16+5reb+1ast, J.Williams 16+9reb, E.Villares 14+3reb+1ast, S.Vega 11+4reb+1ast, R.Stanton 6+1reb+3ast, J.Mojica 6+3reb+1ast
Atenas: J.Bulfoni 10+1reb+2ast, D.Guaita 8+1reb, M.Fierro 7+7reb+2ast, M.Lescano 7+5reb+1ast, A.Elsener 6+2reb+1ast, J.Aprea 6+9reb+1ast

Group South

Lanus - Argentino 85-72

The game between Top Four teams took place in Buenos Aires. Third ranked host Lanus (7-4) defeated second-ranked Argentino (7-4) 85-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Argentino. It was a very close game until the last quarter, when Lanus's pressure prevailed and they won that period 25-15 extending their advantage to 13 points. They brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. Argentino was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized Italian guard Patricio Prato (196-79) who led the winners and scored 23 points. International point guard Nicolas Laprovittola (184-90) accounted for 12 points and 4 assists for the winning side. American forward Kavon Lytch (199-87, college: Oklahoma City) came up with 16 points and 8 rebounds and the former international point guard Nicolas De los Santos (180-88) added 14 points and 5 assists respectively for Argentino in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Lanus moved-up to second place in South, which they share with defeated Argentino. Lanus will play against 9 de Julio (#8) in Rio Tercero in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Argentino will play on the road against GECR Indalo (#7) in Comodoro R. and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Lanus: P.Prato 23+3reb+3ast, W.McFarlan 13+3reb, N.Laprovittola 12+3reb+4ast, R.Battle 12+5reb+1ast, A.Boccia 9+9reb+1ast, C.Schattmann 8+2reb
Argentino: K.Lytch 16+8reb+3ast, C.Amicucci 15+5reb+1ast, N.De los Santos 14+3reb+5ast, J.Cangelosi 12+4reb+2ast, A.Weigand 7+3reb, F.Funes 4+1reb+1ast

Obras - Wuber-Est.Bahia 92-96

There was a small surprise in Buenos Aires where seventh ranked Wuber-Est.Bahia (4-6) defeated 5th ranked Obras (4-5) 96-92. Obras was ahead by 11 points after three quarters before a 41-26 charge of Wuber-Est.Bahia, which allowed them to win the game. They made 21-of-26 charity shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Wuber-Est.Bahia outrebounded Obras 41-29 including 26 on the defensive glass. American forward LaVell Blanchard (201-81, college: Michigan) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. His fellow American import power forward Marcus Fizer (203-78, college: Iowa St.) contributed with 24 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Puerto Rican swingman David Huertas (195-87, college: Mississippi) answered with 26 points and international power forward Juan Gutierrez (205-83) added 16 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Obras. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Wuber-Est.Bahia moved-up to sixth place in South. Obras lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifth position with five games lost. Wuber-Est.Bahia's next round opponent will be higher ranked Boca Juniors (#4) in Buenos Aires and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Obras will play at home against the league's leader Penarol in Mar del Plata.
Top scorers:
Wuber-Est.Bahia: M.Fizer 24+8reb+1ast, L.Blanchard 22+11reb+2ast, R.Roby 20+3reb+1ast, L.Faggiano 12+3reb+5ast, J.Manuel Torres 9+6reb+1ast, V.Baldo 3+3reb+1ast
Obras: D.Huertas 26+2reb, J.Gutierrez 16+8reb+1ast, F.Calvi 12+3reb, T.Field 11+8reb, M.Osimani 8+2reb+10ast, P.Espinoza 8+2reb+2ast

GECR Indalo - 9 de Julio 87-66

Not a big story in a game in Comodoro R. where 8th ranked 9 de Julio (2-9) was rolled over by sixth ranked GECR Indalo (4-7) 87-66. American power forward Kahiem Seawright (203-86, college: Rhode Island, agency: Edge Sports) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. The former international guard Mariano Byro (195-82) contributed with 13 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four GECR Indalo players scored in double figures. American forward Edward Nelson (203-82, college: Connecticut, agency: Dream Team Management) answered with 18 points and 9 rebounds and naturalized Italian forward Mariano Garcia (201-86) added 16 points in the effort for 9 de Julio. 9 de Julio's coach Sebastian Gonzalez gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Despite that victory GECR Indalo went down to seventh position (South) due to points difference. 9 de Julio at the other side keeps the eighth place with nine games lost. GECR Indalo's next round opponent will be league's second-placed Argentino in Junin and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. 9 de Julio will play on the road against Lanus (#3) in Buenos Aires.
Top scorers:
GECR Indalo: K.Seawright 19+12reb, J.Robinson 14+3reb+1ast, S.Scala 13+1reb+1ast, M.Byro 13+7reb, D.Jackson 9+1reb+2ast, D.Ciorciari 9+1reb+1ast
9 de Julio: E.Nelson 18+9reb+1ast, M.Garcia 16+1reb, E.Ruiz 11, G.Torre 8+3reb+5ast, R.Hornsby 4+2reb, D.Gerbaudo 4

Boca Jrs - Penarol 65-73

The game between Top Four teams took place in Buenos Aires. 4th placed host Boca Juniors (5-5) lost to first ranked Penarol (9-2) 73-65. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Boca Juniors. The guests trailed by 4 points after three quarters before their 23-11 charge, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was the former international Marcos Mata (201-86) who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. International point guard Facundo Campazzo (179-91) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward John DeGroat (198-85, college: Pittsburgh) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and naturalized American guard Phillip Hopson (188-87, college: Idaho) added 7 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Boca Juniors' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Penarol have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place in South with 9-2 record. Loser Boca Juniors keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Penarol will meet Obras (#5) in the next round. Boca Juniors will play against Wuber-Est.Bahia in Bahia Blanca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Penarol: M.Mata 18+7reb+2ast, L.Gutierrez 16+2ast, F.Campazzo 11+10reb+5ast, L.Rasio 8+3reb, D.Teague 6+2reb, S.Safar 6+1reb+3ast
Boca Jrs: J.DeGroat 20+5reb+3ast, F.Van Lacke 11+3reb+3ast, F.Aguerre 8+2reb+1ast, P.Hopson 7+6reb+4ast, A.Diez 5, M.Stanic 5+3reb+1ast

TNA Round 5 - by Facundo Iatzky

This week the round of TNA was played all the same day. The most impressive result of the round was the firs loss in the tournament of ciclista juninense. This situation let san Martin Corrientes as the only unbeaten of the league. They got a huge victory on the road against Alvear. The other teams that could win on the road this round were: San lorenzo and Banda norte.
Most valuable player of the round: Damian Palacios (177-G-85) of Obera Tc who made 13 points 5 rebounds and 7 assists with 3/3 in 3p in the 91-59 victory over Sarmiento.
other remarkable performances:
Maximiliano Rios (185-G-81, college: Clayton St.) of quilmes 34 points
Julian Olmedo (188-G-77) of San lorenzo 19 points 7 assists
Diego Figueredo of sport Club 26 points 3 ass
Lee Roberts (201-F/C-87, college: Findlay, OH) of Estudiantes concordia 17 points 11 reb

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ASIAN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Ahmad IBRAHIM
(202-G/F-92)
Avg: 20.6

1. Ibrahim, Al Riyadi	20.6
2. Kozlov, Belent	19.0
3. Gorgiss, Duhok	18.8
4. Saoud, Al Riyadi	18.4
5. Varda, Mahram	15.8
6. Battulga, E.R. F.	15.0
7. Nik Khahbahr., Mah.	14.8
8. Kamrani, Mahram	14.4
9. Davaadorj, E.R. F.	13.8
10. Juginisov, Belent	13.3

Rebounds Per Game

Loren WOODS
  USA
  (218-C-78)
  Avg: 7.8

1. Woods, Al Riyadi	7.8
2. Averyanov, Belent	7.3
3. Ismail, Al Riyadi	6.8
4. Dartez, Duhok	6.8
5. Hameed, Duhok	6.7
6. Abdel Nour, Al Ri.	6.6
7. Juginisov, Belent	6.2
8. Kardoust, Mahram	6.0
9. Nabipour, Mahram	6.0
10. Kozlov, Belent	5.8

Assists Per Game

Samad NIK KHAHBAHRAMI
(199-F-83)
Avg: 5.4

1. Nik Khahbahr., Mah.	5.4
2. Kamrani, Mahram	4.8
3. Ismail, Al Riyadi	4.3
4. Munkhbayar, E.R. F.	3.5
5. Mahmoud, Al Riyadi	3.0
6. Bayriyev, Belent	3.0
7. El Turk, Al Riyadi	2.8
8. Aslani, Mahram	2.8
9. Davarpanah, Mahram	2.5
10. Martinez, Al Riya.	2.4

Steals Per Game

Ali AL-JUBOORI
(165-PG-87)
Avg: 3.5

1. Al-Juboori, Duhok	3.5
2. Saoud, Al Riyadi	2.4
3. Sahakian, Mahram	2.4
4. Mahmoud, Al Riyadi	2.4
5. Davarpanah, Mahram	2.3
6. Kamrani, Mahram	2.2
7. Woods, Al Riyadi	2.0
8. Afagh, Mahram	1.8
9. Aslani, Mahram	1.6
10. Ibrahim, Al Riyadi	1.4

Blocks Per Game

Loren WOODS
  USA
  (218-C-78)
  Avg: 2.6

1. Woods, Al Riyadi	2.6
2. Hameed, Duhok	2.3
3. Dartez, Duhok	1.7
4. Ismail, Al Riyadi	1.3
5. Kardoust, Mahram	1.0
6. Purevjav, E.R. F.	0.8
7. Kozlov, Belent	0.5
8. Ariunbold, E.R. F.	0.5
9. Kamrani, Mahram	0.4
10. Nik Khahbahr., Ma.	0.4

Riyadi and Mahram enter title game in Beirut - by Eurobasket News

Mahram - Duhok 93-76
Mahram ensured the spot in the Asia Club Championship Final. They overcame Duhok in the semifinal battle today. Mahdi Kamrani (186-PG-82) stepped up with 23 points to lead the winners. Mahram will take on Riyadi in the championship game on Monday. Duhok secured a 19:18 lead after ten minutes. Mahram increased the tempo in the second frame. The Iranian powerhouse surged ahead to ensure a 45:38 halftime lead. Mahram posted 24 points in the third stanza and secured a 12-point buffer before the fourth frame. Mahram knocked down 24 points in the final stanza to seal the winning outcome. Samad Nik Khahbahrami (199-F-83) posted 19 points, while Ratko Varda added 17 points and 9 rebounds for Mahram. Kendall Dartez (207-C/F-80, college: Louisville) answered with 17 points for Duhok. Ali Ismael (200-PF-94) and Antonio Webb (178-G-84, college: Beth.-Cookman) finished with 13 points each in the loss.

Al Riyadi - Belent 116-65
Riyadi had no problems reaching the Final at the Asia Club Championship. The hosts cruised past Belent in the first semifinal tonight. Amir Saoud (188-G-91) came up with 45 points and 6 rebounds to lead the hosts. Riyadi left their opponents far behind after the opening quarter. The Lebanese team went on a 32:8 run in the first period. Riaydi maintained the advantage throughout the second stanza. The hosts accounted for a 61:27 halftime lead. Riyadi exploded with 30 points in the third term to gain an insurmountable 91:38 lead at the final break. Belent outscored Riyadi in the fourth frame but just sweetened the pill at the end. Omar El Turk (186-SG-81, college: Dawson Coll.) and Wael Arakji (193-G-94) netted 12 points each for the winners. Aleksandr Kozlov (200-F-82) answered with 16 points for Belent. Begench Akmammedov had 15 points in the loss.

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AUSTRALIA

Standings - NBL

NBL Standings

1. Hawks		2-0
2. Wildcats		2-0
3. Breakers		2-1
4. 36ers		2-1
5. Taipans		2-2
6. Kings		1-2
7. Tigers		0-2
8. Crocodiles		0-3

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: 36ers - Taipans 85-81
Oct. 19: Breakers - Crocodiles 73-71
Oct. 19: Kings - Taipans 68-88
Oct. 21: Tigers - Wildcats
Oct. 21: Hawks - Crocodiles

Stats Leaders - NBL

Points Per Game

Daniel JOHNSON
  36ers
  (212-C-88)
  Avg: 17.3

1. Johnson, 36ers	17.3
2. Tragardh, Taipans	17.0
3. Madgen, Kings	16.0
4. Lazare, Kings	16.0
5. Gibson, 36ers	15.0
6. Wilson, Taipans	14.8
7. Henry, Kings	14.0
8. Weigh, 36ers	13.7
9. Jackson, Breakers	13.7
10. Blanchfield, Croc.	11.7

Rebounds Per Game

Luke SCHENSCHER
  36ers
  (216-C-82)
  Avg: 9.3

1. Schenscher, 36ers	9.3
2. Vukona, Breakers	9.0
3. Lazare, Kings	7.7
4. Johnson, 36ers	7.3
5. Hill, Taipans	7.3
6. Allen, Crocodiles	6.0
7. Tragardh, Taipans	5.8
8. Pledger, Breakers	5.7
9. Crosswhite, Kings	5.7
10. Edwards, Taipans	5.0

Assists Per Game

Cedric JACKSON
  Breakers
  (191-G-86)
  Avg: 6.7

1. Jackson, Breakers	6.7
2. Henry, Kings	4.0
3. Gibson, 36ers	3.7
4. Bruce, Kings	3.3
5. Wilson, Taipans	3.3
6. Vukona, Breakers	3.3
7. Cadee, 36ers	3.0
8. Williams, Taipans	2.5
9. Weigh, 36ers	2.3
10. Johnson, 36ers	2.3

Steals Per Game

Shane EDWARDS
  Taipans
  (201-F-87)
  Avg: 2.3

1. Edwards, Taipans	2.3
2. Jackson, Breakers	2.0
3. Vukona, Breakers	2.0
4. Schenscher, 36ers	1.7
5. Boucher, Breakers	1.7
6. Henry, Kings	1.7
7. Garlepp, Kings	1.3
8. Petrie, 36ers	1.3
9. Madgen, Kings	1.3
10. Bruton, Breakers	1.3

Blocks Per Game

Alex PLEDGER
  Breakers
  (213-C-87)
  Avg: 3.3

1. Pledger, Breakers	3.3
2. Schenscher, 36ers	2.7
3. Garlepp, Kings	1.7
4. Tragardh, Taipans	1.3
5. Boucher, Breakers	1.0
6. Edwards, Taipans	0.8
7. Cadee, 36ers	0.7
8. Hinder, Crocodiles	0.7
9. Hill, Taipans	0.5
10. Gliddon, Taipans	0.5

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AUSTRIA

Standings - A Bundesliga

A Bundesliga Standings

1. UBSC Graz		3-0
2. BC Vienna		2-0
3. Gussing		2-0
4. Oberwart		2-0
5. Wels		2-1
6. Kapfenberg		1-1
7. Klosterneub.		1-1
8. Arkadia		0-2
9. Furstenfeld		0-2
10. Gmunden		0-3
11. St.Polten		0-3

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: UBSC Graz - St.Polten 79-70
Oct. 20: Furstenfeld - Oberwart 76-82
Oct. 20: Wels - Gmunden 107-103 OT
Oct. 21: Klosterneub. - Arkadia
Oct. 22: BC Vienna - Gussing

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Tyler TIEDEMAN
  Wels
  (201-F-85)
  Avg: 26

1. Tiedeman, Wels	26.0
2. Gradnigo, Oberwart	26.0
3. Dale, UBSC G.	24.0
4. Gilchrese, UBSC G.	23.0
5. Pearson, Furstenf.	22.5
6. Shaw, Kapfenberg	22.0
7. Suljanovic, Kloste.	21.0
8. Nagler, Klostern.	21.0
9. Lamesic, Wels	18.7
10. Cox, Furstenfeld	18.5

Rebounds Per Game

Florian TRMAL
  BC Vienna
  (193-G/F-89)
  Avg: 12

1. Trmal, BC Vienna	12.0
2. Pearson, Furstenf.	11.5
3. Heard, Gussing	10.5
4. Arnold, Gmunden	9.0
5. Speiser, St.Polten	9.0
6. Skurdauskas, Arkad.	8.5
7. Lanegger, Klostern.	8.5
8. Cox, Furstenfeld	8.0
9. Suljanovic, Kloste.	8.0
10. Lamesic, Wels	7.0

Assists Per Game

Ian BOYLAN
  BC Vienna
  (197-G/F-83)
  Avg: 8

1. Boylan, BC Vienna	8.0
2. Woods, Kapfenberg	8.0
3. Bobb, Klosterneub.	5.5
4. Bortolin, Arkadia	5.5
5. Lanegger, Klostern.	5.5
6. O''Neal, Furstenfeld	5.5
7. Farokhmanesh, Wels	4.7
8. Pryor, Kapfenberg	4.5
9. Danek, BC Vienna	4.0
10. Ahmetbasic, Wels	4.0

Steals Per Game

Ian BOYLAN
  BC Vienna
  (197-G/F-83)
  Avg: 3

1. Boylan, BC Vienna	3.0
2. O''Neal, Furstenfeld	3.0
3. Pryor, Kapfenberg	2.0
4. Klepeisz, Gussing	2.0
5. Shaw, Kapfenberg	2.0
6. Gilchrese, UBSC G.	2.0
7. Mayer, Gmunden	1.7
8. Arnold, Gmunden	1.7
9. Koch, Gussing	1.5
10. Klepeisz, Gussing	1.5

Blocks Per Game

Christoph GREIMEISTER
  Kloste.
  (208-C-90)
  Avg: 2

1. Greimeister, Klost.	2.0
2. Cresnar, Furstenf.	1.5
3. Washington, Wels	1.3
4. Pearson, Furstenf.	1.0
5. Skurdauskas, Arkad.	1.0
6. Shaw, Kapfenberg	1.0
7. Bortolin, Arkadia	1.0
8. Klepeisz, Gussing	0.5
9. O''Neal, Furstenfeld	0.5
10. Woods, Kapfenberg	0.5

Standings - 2.Bundesliga

2.Bundesliga Standings

1. Mistelbach		3-0
2. Vienna Timb.		2-1
3. Mattersb.R.		2-1
4. Tirol		2-1
5. Worthersee		2-1
6. Dornbirn		2-1
7. Basket Flames		1-2
8. Falcons		1-2
9. Kos Celovec		0-3
10. Salzburg		0-3

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: Worthersee - Kos Celovec 94-71
Oct. 20: Mistelbach - Basket Flames 90-73
Oct. 20: Tirol - Falcons 74-71
Oct. 20: Vienna Timb. - Mattersb.R. 69-81
Oct. 20: Salzburg - Dornbirn 67-61

Benjamin Ortner Leaves The LTi Giessen 46ers For Italy - by Stefan Heinrich

One day your playing in a small gym next to the cow pastures in Giessen and the next day your headed back to Italy where you have played your whole career. Austrian 29 yera old 206cm power forward/center Benjamin Ortner (206-F/C-83, college: Metro St.) was playing his 8th professional basketball season with the LTi Giessen 46ers after having played his first seven in Italy, five in the Serie A and two years in the Serie 2. Today it was announced that he is headed back to italy to play for Euroleague club Montepaschi Siena. Ortner had had a three month contract with Giessen, but Siena offered him such a good deal now that he couldnt refuse. Ortner played four games for Giessen averaging 11,0ppg, 5,8rpg, 2,0apg and 1,0bsp.

Source: LTi Giessen 46ers

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BAHRAIN

BBA News - by Yousef Ahmed

Finally the Bahrain basketball season is here, and it will kick off its campaign with a friendly super cup between the top three teams; starting with defending champions league and Cup Champions Muharraq club, runner ups Al Ahli Club and Manama Club. The Games are scheduled to start on Nov 10 between Muharraq and Ahli. The team that wins more games will be crowned Super Champs to kick off the 2012-13 Season.
Muharraq will start of their campaign with virtually the same team, Chester Giles (211-F/C-85, college: Oregon St.) now nationalized Bahraini Player will be their import and they are well coached by Charlie Parker . Local Players Bader Abdulla Malabes (87), Ahmed Derazi and veteran Ahmed Mallallah will complete starting roster.
Al Ahli club will start their season with a much improved roster having added Sharp Shooters Jassim Mohamed and Yasser Bonafur to help their new import Aaron Pettway (211-C-80, college: Oklahoma St.). Coached by a Local Bahraini and also to complete their roster Hussein Sharker, Mohamed Qurban and Maytham Jameel will be returning.
Manama Club will start their campaign with their coach Matthew Skillman , who will have lots to prove having ended the season on a great winning run. Their import is Ex NBA player Dwayne Jones (211-C-83, college: St.Joseph's). Even though they lost two players they still retain the best team on paper with Mahmud Gholum, Mohamed Derazi, Ahmed Aziz and Ahmed Al Mutawa (199-F/C-81, college: Broward CC) to complete their roster.
This season will be one of the bests seasons ever for Bahrain basketball because all the teams are stepping up their games. So come to the Zain Arena in Um al Hassan and cheer for your favorite team.

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BALKAN LEAGUE

Milos Pavlovic is new OKK Beograd player - by Zoran Popovic

OKK Beograd management lands Milos Pavlovic (210-F/C-84, agency: BeoExcell), who already played for Belgrade team. Last season Pavlovic spent in Apoel Nicosia and KK Fersped Rabotnicki. On 19 games for Rabotnicki Pavlovic average scored 11.6 points, 5.8 boards, 1.7 assists per game. During the career Pavlovic played for Radnicki Belgrade, FMP Zeleznik, KK Borac Cacak, Makedonikos Kozani, Paleo Faliro Pireus, Krivbasbasket-Lux Krivyi Rog, BC Odessa, BC Arges Pitesti CS Gaz Metan Medias, Milos Pavlovic was member of Yugoslavian U17 and U18 National team.

Balkan League round 1 best performance: Uros Lukovic - by Eurobasket News

Serbian center Uros Lukovic (212-C-89) had an amazing evening in the last round for Kumanovo, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 1. The 23-year old player had a double-double of 15 points and 16 rebounds, while his team edged out Mornar Bar (0-1) 71-69.

The second best player in first round's games was another Kumanovo's star - 23-year old Ivica Dimcevski (194-G/F-89, agency: Interperformances). Dimcevski had a very good evening with 26 points and 9 rebounds.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Braxton Dupree (203-F-89, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) of Rilski Sportist. Dupree scored 19 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Dupree's great performance Rilski Sportist lost 79-81 to Kavala (1-0).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Terry Smith (185-PG-86) of Rilski Sportist - 30 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Brice Massamba (208-F/C-88) of Djuro Djakovic - 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Marino Sarlija (207-C/F-89) of Djuro Djakovic - 11 points and 8 rebounds
7. Brandon Hunter (201-F-80) of Galil Gilboa - 11 points and 7 rebounds
8. Milorad Sutulovic (196-G-90) of OKK Beograd - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Jeremy Fears (196-G-85) of Kavala - 20 points and 4 assists
10. William Coleman (206-F-88) of Kavala - 10 points and 5 rebounds

The Player of the week is choosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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BALTIC LEAGUE

Standings - Men

Baltic League Standings

Group A
1. Ventspils			3-0
2. Siauliai			2-1
3. Barsy Atyrau			2-3
4. Naglis Palangos			1-1
5. TTU			1-2
6. Rapla			0-2
Group B
1. TU/Rock			4-0
2. Lietkabelis			2-0
3. Juventus			1-1
4. Liepaja			1-2
5. Jelgava			1-3
6. Valga			0-3
Group C
1. Rudupis			5-0
2. Sakalai			2-1
3. Barons kvartals			2-2
4. Nevezis			1-2
5. Tarvas			1-2
6. Tln Kalev			0-4
Group D
1. Pieno Zvaigzdes			2-0
2. Valmiera			2-1
3. Kalev/Cramo			0-0
4. Parnu			0-1
5. LSU-Baltai			0-2

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 20: Siauliai - Barsy Atyrau 89-71
Oct. 19: Sakalai - Tarvas 89-66
Oct. 19: TU/Rock - Jelgava 85-66
Oct. 20: Barons kvartals - Tarvas 79-87
Oct. 19: Nevezis - Tln Kalev 77-46
Oct. 19: Valmiera - Pieno Zvaigzdes 75-100
Oct. 20: TTU - Ventspils 74-78
Oct. 20: Rudupis - Tln Kalev 101-53
Oct. 20: Liepaja - Juventus
Oct. 21: Rapla - Ventspils
Oct. 22: Siauliai - Naglis Palangos

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Maris GULBIS
  Barons k.
  (202-F-85)
  Avg: 19.8

1. Gulbis, Barons k.	19.8
2. Milaknis, Rudupis	18.3
3. Sims, Ventspils	18.0
4. Okoye, Tln Kalev	17.8
5. Bergmanis, Barons	17.3
6. Tamm, Tarvas	17.0
7. Orelikas, Rudupis	16.8
8. Matyukevych, Bars.	16.6
9. Veselovs, Valmiera	16.3
10. Akenparg, TTU	16.3

Rebounds Per Game

Janis TIMMA
  Ventspils
  (201-F-92)
  Avg: 10.7

1. Timma, Ventspils	10.7
2. Matyukevych, Bars.	10.0
3. Arnold, TTU	9.7
4. Chamberlain, Jelga.	9.3
5. Okoye, Tln Kalev	9.3
6. Gulbis, Barons k.	8.3
7. Bishop, Nevezis	7.7
8. Dimsa, TU/Rock	7.5
9. Tamm, Tarvas	7.3
10. Sinica, Sakalai	7.3

Assists Per Game

Ernestas EZERSKIS
  Liepaja
  (187-PG-87)
  Avg: 6.7

1. Ezerskis, Liepaja	6.7
2. Janavicius, Rudupis	5.8
3. Silavs, Jelgava	5.0
4. Tamm, Tarvas	4.7
5. Campbell, Tln Kalev	4.5
6. Oja, Valga	4.0
7. Krumins, Valmiera	4.0
8. Keedus, TTU	4.0
9. Fredrick, Barsy A.	3.8
10. Jackson, Siauliai	3.7

Steals Per Game

Silver LEPPIK
  TU/Rock
  (189-G-83)
  Avg: 3.5

1. Leppik, TU/Rock	3.5
2. Janavicius, Rudupis	3.0
3. Chamberlain, Jelga.	2.7
4. Pilk, Tarvas	2.7
5. Saage, TU/Rock	2.3
6. Mizis, Jelgava	2.3
7. Jakovics, Liepaja	2.0
8. Petersonig, Valga	2.0
9. Cerneckis, Sakalai	2.0
10. Kanbergs, Jelgava	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Darius SILINSKIS
  Nevezis
  (216-C-84)
  Avg: 2.7

1. Silinskis, Nevezis	2.7
2. Ramasauskas, Saka.	2.3
3. Rozitis, Barons k.	1.8
4. Chamberlain, Jelga.	1.7
5. Kiausas, Sakalai	1.3
6. Dia, Siauliai	1.3
7. Saks, Tarvas	1.0
8. Matyukevych, Bars.	1.0
9. Ziedins, Valmiera	1.0
10. Timma, Ventspils	1.0

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BELGIUM

Standings - Division I

Ethias League Standings

1. Aalstar		3-0
2. Antwerp		2-1
3. Liege		2-1
4. Spirou		2-1
5. M.Hainaut		1-2
6. Oostende		1-2
7. Leuven		1-2
8. Verviers-Pep.		0-3

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: Verviers-Pep. - Antwerp 81-94
Oct. 19: Leuven - Aalstar 81-89
Oct. 19: Liege - M.Hainaut 74-71
Oct. 19: Spirou - Oostende 66-64

Regular Season: Round 4

Oct. 25: Spirou - Antwerp
Oct. 26: Verviers-Pep. - Liege
Oct. 27: Oostende - Leuven
Oct. 27: Aalstar - M.Hainaut

Stats Leaders - Division I

Points Per Game

Matt WALSH
  Spirou
  (197-F/G-82)
  Avg: 22.7

1. Walsh, Spirou	22.7
2. Green, Verviers.	21.0
3. Marnegrave, Leuven	20.0
4. Allen, Spirou	19.7
5. Thompson, Aalstar	19.0
6. Hopkins, Antwerp	18.0
7. Taylor, M.Hainaut	17.3
8. Aleksandrov, Vervi.	16.7
9. Aska, Leuven	16.0
10. Mukubu, Liege	15.3

Rebounds Per Game

John TOFI
  Aalstar
  (203-F/C-84)
  Avg: 8

1. Tofi, Aalstar	8.0
2. Qvale, M.Hainaut	8.0
3. Aska, Leuven	8.0
4. Mukubu, Liege	7.7
5. Wilkinson, Oostende	7.3
6. Thondique, Antwerp	7.3
7. Gillet, Liege	7.0
8. Aleksandrov, Vervi.	6.7
9. Smith, Leuven	6.3
10. Young, Aalstar	6.0

Assists Per Game

Jerime ANDERSON
  Verviers.
  (187-G-89)
  Avg: 5.3

1. Anderson, Verviers.	5.3
2. Raivio, Aalstar	4.7
3. Djordjevic, Ooste.	4.7
4. Walsh, Spirou	4.0
5. Moors, Antwerp	3.7
6. Bosco, Liege	3.3
7. Tofi, Aalstar	3.0
8. Marnegrave, Leuven	3.0
9. De Zeeuw, Antwerp	3.0
10. Thompson, Aalstar	2.7

Steals Per Game

Jeremy GREEN
  Verviers.
  (193-G-)
  Avg: 2.5

1. Green, Verviers.	2.5
2. Wright, Oostende	2.3
3. Anderson, Verviers.	2.3
4. Anderson, Aalstar	2.3
5. Taylor, M.Hainaut	2.3
6. Thompson, Aalstar	2.0
7. Walsh, Spirou	2.0
8. Hanavan, Leuven	2.0
9. Dukes, Leuven	1.7
10. Randle, M.Hainaut	1.7

Blocks Per Game

Brian QVALE
  M.Hainaut
  (210-C-88)
  Avg: 2

1. Qvale, M.Hainaut	2.0
2. Wilkinson, Oostende	2.0
3. Young, Aalstar	1.7
4. Riddick, Spirou	1.7
5. Dukes, Leuven	0.7
6. Thondique, Antwerp	0.7
7. Biggs, Antwerp	0.7
8. Love, Antwerp	0.7
9. Hartsock, Aalstar	0.7
10. Foster, Spirou	0.3

Standings - Division II

Division II Standings

1. Kangor.-Boom		5-1
2. Sint-Jan Ant.		5-2
3. St-Niklase		4-2
4. Excelsior		4-2
5. Waregem		4-2
6. Houthalen		4-2
7. Gent Dragons		4-3
8. Oudenaarde		3-3
9. CEP Fleurus		3-3
10. Sprimont		3-3
11. Gembo BBC		2-4
12. M.Hainaut II		2-4
13. Tongeren		2-5
14. Essor Charleroi		1-4
15. Giants II		0-6

Regular Season: Round 7

Oct. 20: Tongeren - Gent Dragons 91-88
Oct. 21: Gembo BBC - Excelsior 89-82
Oct. 19: CEP Fleurus - Giants II 85-71
Oct. 20: St-Niklase - Sint-Jan Ant. 66-74
Oct. 20: Kangor.-Boom - Houthalen 102-92
Oct. 19: M.Hainaut II - Oudenaarde
Oct. 21: Essor Charleroi - Waregem

Ethias League Round 3: Spirou Charleroi beats Base Oostende by two after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

This is still too early stage of the Regular Season in Ethias League and we should expect many changes in upcoming rounds.

The most exciting game of round 3 in the Ethias League took place in Charleroi. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Base Oostende (1-2) to sixth ranked Spirou Charleroi (2-1) 66-64 on Friday evening. The hosts trailed by 6 points after three quarters before their 22-14 charge, which allowed them to win the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Base Oostende helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American players dominated the game. It was a good game for swingman Matt Walsh (197-82, college: Florida) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Derrick Allen (203-80, college: Mississippi, agency: Pro One Sports) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Wesley Wilkinson (207-84, college: Nebraska) answered with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds for Base Oostende. Spirou Charleroi moved-up to second place, which they share with Antwerp and Liege. Defending champion Base Oostende keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Leuven and M.Hainaut. Spirou Charleroi is looking forward to face league's second-placed Antwerp Giants at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Base Oostende will play against Leuven Bears and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Important game to mention about took place in Liege. Seventh ranked Liege Basket (2-1) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (1-2) 74-71 on Friday evening. It was a great evening for the former international point guard Lionel Bosco (176-81, agency: Court Side) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Wen Boss Mukubu helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American guard Quincy Taylor (196-82, college: UAB) with 20 points and 6 rebounds. Belfius Mons-Hainaut's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Liege Basket moved-up to second place, which they share with Antwerp and Spirou. Belfius Mons-Hainaut at the other side keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Oostende and Leuven. Liege Basket will play against bottom-ranked VOO Verviers-Pepinster (#8) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will play against the league's leader Okapi Aalstar to get more than just one victory in their record.
An interesting game for Okapi Aalstar (3-0) which played road game in Leuven against 4th placed Leuven Bears (1-2). Leader Okapi Aalstar managed to get a 8-point victory 89-81. It was an exceptional evening for Ryan Thompson who led the winners and scored 29 points (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Ivan Aska came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds for Leuven Bears in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Okapi Aalstar have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 3-0 record. Loser Leuven Bears dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Oostende and M.Hainaut. Okapi Aalstar will meet at home Belfius Mons-Hainaut (#5) in the next round. Leuven Bears will play against Base Oostende and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Verviers was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Antwerp Giants (2-1) played at the court of bottom-ranked VOO Verviers-Pepinster (0-3). Antwerp Giants defeated VOO Verviers-Pepinster 94-81. The best player for the winners was Bryan Hopkins who scored 28 points and 5 rebounds. VOO Verviers-Pepinster's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Antwerp Giants moved-up to second place, which they share with Spirou and Liege. VOO Verviers-Pepinster at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. Antwerp Giants' next round opponent will be Spirou Charleroi (#4) on the road. VOO Verviers-Pepinster will play against Liege Basket (#3) in Liege and hopes to get finally their first victory.

The most impressive performance of 3rd round was 24 points and 5 rebounds by Nemanja Aleksandrov of Verviers-Pep..

Verviers-Pep. - Antwerp 81-94

The game in Verviers was also worth to mention about. Fourth ranked Antwerp Giants (2-1) played at the court of bottom-ranked VOO Verviers-Pepinster (0-3). Antwerp Giants defeated VOO Verviers-Pepinster 94-81. The game was mostly controlled by Antwerp Giants. VOO Verviers-Pepinster was better in fourth quarter 25-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Antwerp Giants made 16-of-19 charity shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by VOO Verviers-Pepinster's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Bryan Hopkins (183-83, college: SMU) who scored 28 points and 5 rebounds. Naturalized American forward Ralph Biggs (199-76, college: Towson, agency: Court Side) chipped in 17 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian power forward Nemanja Aleksandrov (210-87) who recorded 24 points and 5 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and American guard Jeremy Green (193, college: Stanford) added 17 points respectively. VOO Verviers-Pepinster's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Antwerp Giants moved-up to second place, which they share with Spirou and Liege. VOO Verviers-Pepinster at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. Antwerp Giants' next round opponent will be Spirou Charleroi (#4) on the road. VOO Verviers-Pepinster will play against Liege Basket (#3) in Liege and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Verviers-Pep.: N.Aleksandrov 24+5reb, J.Green 17+3reb, J.Anderson 11+5reb+4ast, S.Moris 7+3reb, T.Jones 7+1reb+1ast, Y.Moray 5+5reb
Antwerp: B.Hopkins 28+5reb+1ast, R.Biggs 17+3reb+3ast, J.Love 10+2reb, L.Reed 9+4reb+1ast, G.Thondique 7+5reb+4ast, M.De Zeeuw 7+6reb+7ast

Leuven - Aalstar 81-89

An interesting game for Okapi Aalstar (3-0) which played road game in Leuven against 4th placed Leuven Bears (1-2). Leader Okapi Aalstar managed to get a 8-point victory 89-81. The guests trailed by 3 points at the halftime before their 51-40 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Ryan Thompson (198-89, college: Rider) who led the winners and scored 29 points (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). His fellow American import guard Derek Raivio (190-84, college: Gonzaga) accounted for 13 points and 5 assists for the winning side. U.S. Virgin Islands-Puerto Rican forward Ivan Aska (200-90, college: Murray St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and international point guard Niels Marnegrave (191-87) added 18 points respectively for Leuven Bears in the defeat. Four Leuven Bears players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Okapi Aalstar have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 3-0 record. Loser Leuven Bears dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Oostende and M.Hainaut. Okapi Aalstar will meet at home Belfius Mons-Hainaut (#5) in the next round. Leuven Bears will play against Base Oostende and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Leuven: N.Marnegrave 18+4reb+1ast, I.Hanavan 16+4reb+1ast, I.Aska 13+10reb+2ast, G.Robinson 13+5reb+3ast, T.Smith 9+6reb+1ast, J.Dukes 8+5reb+3ast
Aalstar: R.Thompson 29+1reb, J.Clark 15+2reb, D.Raivio 13+3reb+5ast, L.Anderson 9+7reb+2ast, J.Tofi 8+7reb+2ast, C.Young 8+7reb+1ast

Spirou - Oostende 66-64

The most exciting game of round 3 in the Ethias League took place in Charleroi. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Base Oostende (1-2) to sixth ranked Spirou Charleroi (2-1) 66-64 on Friday evening. The hosts trailed by 6 points after three quarters before their 22-14 charge, which allowed them to win the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Base Oostende helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American players dominated the game. It was a good game for swingman Matt Walsh (197-82, college: Florida) who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Derrick Allen (203-80, college: Mississippi, agency: Pro One Sports) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Wesley Wilkinson (207-84, college: Nebraska) answered with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds and power forward Brent Wright (203-78, college: Florida) added 14 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Base Oostende. Five Base Oostende players scored in double figures. Spirou Charleroi moved-up to second place, which they share with Antwerp and Liege. Defending champion Base Oostende keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Leuven and M.Hainaut. Spirou Charleroi is looking forward to face league's second-placed Antwerp Giants at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Base Oostende will play against Leuven Bears and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Oostende: W.Wilkinson 14+13reb, B.Wright 14+7reb+1ast, M.Lojeski 11+5reb+1ast, M.Stojic 10+4reb+2ast, D.Djordjevic 10+3reb+2ast, J.McLean 3+4reb+1ast
Spirou: M.Walsh 21+7reb+3ast, D.Allen 18+8reb, A.Jadin 9+2reb+1ast, J.Foster 7+1reb+2ast, A.Riddick 5+3reb, M.Scott 4+4reb

Liege - M.Hainaut 74-71

Important game to mention about took place in Liege. Seventh ranked Liege Basket (2-1) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut (1-2) 74-71 on Friday evening. Belfius Mons-Hainaut was ahead by 2 points at the halftime before a 33-28 second half run of Liege Basket. Belfius Mons-Hainaut was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for the former international point guard Lionel Bosco (176-81, agency: Court Side) who led his team to a victory scoring 16 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. International forward Wen Boss Mukubu (198-83, college: UAB, agency: SportsTalent) helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds. Four Liege Basket players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Quincy Taylor (196-82, college: UAB) with 20 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import forward Josh Bostic (196-87, college: Findlay, OH) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Belfius Mons-Hainaut's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Liege Basket moved-up to second place, which they share with Antwerp and Spirou. Belfius Mons-Hainaut at the other side keeps the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with Oostende and Leuven. Liege Basket will play against bottom-ranked VOO Verviers-Pepinster (#8) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Belfius Mons-Hainaut will play against the league's leader Okapi Aalstar to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
M.Hainaut: Q.Taylor 20+6reb+3ast, J.Bostic 17+6reb+2ast, J.Cage 16+5reb+2ast, L.Giancaterino 6, M.Randle 5+3reb, G.Muya 3+4reb+1ast
Liege: L.Bosco 16+7reb+7ast, W.Boss Mukubu 16+7reb, I.Iarochevitch 11+4reb+3ast, G.Ware 10+4reb, P.Gillet 9+4reb+2ast, B.Monteiro 8+1reb+2ast

Thompson's 29 points give him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

23-year old guard Ryan Thompson (198-G-89) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's best team Aalstar and receives a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 3.
He had the game-high 29 points for Aalstar in his team's victory, helping them to beat Leuven (#7, 1-2) 89-81. It allowed Aalstar to consolidate first place in the Belgian league. They maintain perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Aalstar already had a very good start winning all 3 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Thompson had a remarkable 90.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Aalstar's top player in his first season with the team. Rider University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Thompson is in league's top in points (5th best: 19.0ppg) and averages solid 65.4% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Nemanja Aleksandrov (210-C/F-87) of Verviers-Pep.. He is Serbian in his first season at Verviers-Pep.. In the last game Aleksandrov recorded impressive 24 points and 5 rebounds. Bad luck as Verviers-Pep. lost that game 81-94 to Antwerp (2-1). The season is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Aleksandrov is a newcomer at Verviers-Pep. and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 16.7ppg (#8). He also registered 6.7 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Derrick Allen (203-F-80, agency: Pro One Sports) of Spirou (#4). Allen scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds. He was a key player of Spirou, leading his team to a 66-64 win against Oostende (#6, 1-2). Spirou needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 2 victories and 1 lost games. Allen has a great season in Belgium. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 19.7ppg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Bryan Hopkins (183-G-83) of Antwerp - 28 points and 5 rebounds
5. Quincy Taylor (196-G-82) of M.Hainaut - 20 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Lionel Bosco (176-PG-81) of Liege - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Justin Cage (198-F-85) of M.Hainaut - 16 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Matt Walsh (197-F/G-82) of Spirou - 21 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Niels Marnegrave (191-PG-87) of Leuven - 18 points and 4 rebounds
10. Ioannis Iarochevitch (206-C-89) of Liege - 11 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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BOSNIA

Standings - BIH League

Division Standings

1. Borac Nektar		1-0
2. Capljina		1-0
3. Leotar		1-0
4. Vogosca		1-0
5. Zrinjski HT		1-0
6. Radnik B.		0-0
7. Servitium		0-0
8. Bosna		0-1
9. Kakanj		0-1
10. Mladost		0-1
11. Posusje		0-1
12. Varda HE		0-1
Play in international cups:
1. Igokea		-
2. Siroki WWin		-

Regular Season: Round 1

Oct. 20: Vogosca - Posusje 85-81
Oct. 20: Capljina - Bosna 83-80
Oct. 20: Leotar - Kakanj 83-69
Oct. 20: Borac Nektar - Varda HE 75-74
Oct. 20: Zrinjski HT - Mladost 63-58
Oct. 20: Radnik B. - Servitium

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BRAZIL

Vivo/Franca force decider versus Sao Jose/Vinac - by Eurobasket News

Vivo/Franca earned the second straight win at home court in the Paulista League quarterfinal series versus Sao Jose/Vinac 89:73. Vivo/France thus forced the decisive fifth game in the series. It is scheduled for Monday. Caue Borges dos Santos (180-G-91) and Lucas Mariano (207-C-93) scored 23 points each to pace the hosts.
Sao Jose/Vinac led by three points after ten minutes 22:19. The visitors stretched the gap at 8-point mark at the interval 42:34. But Vivo/Franca turned things around in the third quarter. The hosts went on a 23:11 run to ensure a 4-point lead at the final break. Vivo/Franca unleashed 32 points in the final stanza to seal the victory at the end. Guilherme Teichmann (204-F/C-83, college: Tulsa) knocked down 10 points for the winning side. Fulvio de Assis (187-G-81) and Alvaro Calvo (203-G/F-83, agency: Dynamics Global Management) had 14 points each for Sao Jose/Vinac.

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BULGARIA

Standings A1

NBL Standings

1. Cherno More		1-0
2. Levski Sofia		1-0
3. Lukoil Academik		1-0
4. Balkan		0-0
5. Rilski Sportist		0-0
6. Tundja Yambol		0-0
7. U20		0-0
8. Beroe		0-1
9. Chernomorets		0-1
10. Spartak Pleven		0-1

Regular Season: Round 1

Oct. 20: Cherno More - Chernomorets 79-69
Oct. 20: Beroe - Levski Sofia 69-84
Oct. 20: Lukoil Academik - Spartak Pleven 100-74
Oct. 21: Tundja Yambol - U20
Oct. 21: Balkan - Rilski Sportist

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Reginald HOLMES
  Beroe
  (193-G-87)
  Avg: 24

1. Holmes, Beroe	24.0
2. Watkins, Lukoil A.	24.0
3. Marinovic, Levski	23.0
4. Abukar, Lukoil A.	14.0
5. Walker, Beroe	14.0
6. Heath, Lukoil A.	13.0
7. Stankov, Spartak	12.0
8. Sofroniev, Sparta.	12.0
9. Marintchechk., Spa.	12.0
10. Dimitrov, Levski	11.0

Rebounds Per Game

Dimitar DIMITROV
  Levski S.
  (202-F-93)
  Avg: 11

1. Dimitrov, Levski S.	11.0
2. Varbanov, Levski S.	10.0
3. Kolev, Lukoil A.	10.0
4. Agre, Spartak	10.0
5. Tsenov, Spartak	7.0
6. Hart, Beroe	7.0
7. Watkins, Lukoil A.	7.0
8. Kostov, Levski S.	6.0
9. Dimitrov, Beroe	6.0
10. Green, Lukoil A.	5.0

Assists Per Game

Will WALKER
  Beroe
  (183-G-)
  Avg: 8

1. Walker, Beroe	8.0
2. Marinovic, Levski	7.0
3. Heath, Lukoil A.	7.0
4. Dyakovski, Sparta.	7.0
5. Avramov, Lukoil A.	5.0
6. Stankov, Spartak	3.0
7. Stoykov, Lukoil A.	3.0
8. Green, Lukoil A.	3.0
9. Ostrev, Spartak	3.0
10. Georgiev, Levski	2.0

Steals Per Game

Bozhidar AVRAMOV
  Lukoil A.
  (196-PG-90)
  Avg: 4

1. Avramov, Lukoil A.	4.0
2. Heath, Lukoil A.	3.0
3. Tsenov, Spartak	2.0
4. Tsvetkov, Beroe	2.0
5. Watkins, Lukoil A.	2.0
6. Stoykov, Lukoil A.	2.0
7. Holmes, Beroe	2.0
8. Green, Lukoil A.	2.0
9. Dimitrov, Levski S.	1.0
10. Varbanov, Levski	1.0

Blocks Per Game

Michael HART
  Beroe
  (206-C/F-85)
  Avg: 3

1. Hart, Beroe	3.0
2. Varbanov, Levski S.	2.0
3. Carter, Beroe	1.0
4. Ivanov, Levski S.	1.0
5. Avramov, Lukoil A.	1.0
6. Green, Lukoil A.	1.0
7. Abukar, Lukoil A.	1.0
8. Heath, Lukoil A.	0.0
9. Dyakovski, Sparta.	0.0
10. Sofroniev, Sparta.	0.0

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CHILE

Standings - DIMAYOR

Liga Standings

North
1. Boston Coll.		6-1
2. Sagrados		5-1
3. Los Leones		4-3
4. Puente Alto		1-5
5. Rancagua		0-2
6. Stadio Italiano		0-5
South
1. Dep.Espanol		5-1
2. AB Ancud		4-2
3. Dep.Castro		4-2
4. Osorno Basq.		2-3
5. Las Animas		1-4
6. Dep.Valdivia		1-5

Regular Season: Round 7

Oct. 20: Dep.Espanol - Dep.Castro 84-58
Oct. 20: Providencia - Boston Coll. 70-89
Oct. 20: Dep.Valdivia - AB Ancud 51-72
Oct. 20: Puente Alto - Los Leones 102-92
Oct. 20: Stadio Italiano - Sagrados
Oct. 20: Las Animas - Osorno Basq.

Standings - LIBSUR

DIMAYOR Standings

1. Liceo Mixto		8-1
2. San Fernando		8-1
3. U.Concepcion		6-3
4. U.Catolica		5-4
5. Duoc		4-5
6. San Luis		3-6
7. I.P. Virginio		2-7
8. Quilicura		0-9

Regular Season: Round 9

Oct. 20: San Fernando - San Luis 97-83
Oct. 20: Quilicura - Liceo Mixto 71-89
Oct. 20: Duoc - U.Concepcion 65-110
Oct. 20: U.Catolica - I.P. Virginio 104-74

Stats Leaders - LIBSUR

DIMAYOR Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

1.J.Fahnbulleh 29.6
2.K.Jones 24.5
3.D.Holmes 24.2
4.E.Arteaga 23.5
5.T.Taylor 22.9

Rebounds Per Game

1.J.Fahnbulleh 14.0
2.T.Taylor 13.6
3.S.Spears 10.8
4.J.Gray 9.2
5.K.Jones 8.2

Assists Per Game

1.J.Vasquez 4.6
2.C.Gallardo 3.9
3.T.Taylor 3.8
4.R.Espinoza 3.6
5.P.Saez 3.3

Steals Per Game

1.A.Toro 2.6
2.J.Avery 2.4
3.C.Gallardo 2.3
4.C.Bustamante 2.0
5.M.Molina 1.8

Blocks Per Game

1.A.J.Hardeman 1.0
2.J.Schuler 0.8
3.J.Avery 0.8
4.E.Marechal 0.8
5.K.Jones 0.8

Dimayor 2012: Arigbon joins Liceo Mixto - by Daniel Valencia

After round eight, CD Liceo Mixto de Los Andes decided to part ways with the american player A.J. Hardeman (203-F, college: N.Mexico). To replace him, Liceo Mixto agreed to terms with Bayo Arigbon (197-F-86, college: San Diego Chr.), an american forward with plenty experience in Chile, after spending two seasons with Deportivo Espanol de Talca. He was the best import player of the league last year. He will play his first game with his new team this saturday against Municipal Quilicura.

Dimayor 2012: ROUND 9 RESULTS - by Daniel Valencia

Liceo Mixto and San Fernando are the leaders of Dimayor after round 9. Liceo defeated to Quilicura led by Claudio Gallardo (17), Universidad de Concepcion defeated to UDOC with Evandro Arteaga scoring 25 points, Catolica defeated to Virginio Gomez led by the americans Traimel and Fahnbulleh that combined for 57 points and 29 rebounds. These are the complete results.

Round 9

DUOC 65 - Universidad de Concepcion 110
Duoc: Pablo Pinto 18 pts. Valentin Cabello 15 pts.
Ucon: Evandro Arteaga 25 pts. Eduardo Marechal 18 pts.

Universidad Catolica 104 - Virginio Gomez 74
Uc: Eric Traimel (201-F-88, college: N.Texas) 30 pts. Jeff Fahnbulleh 27 pts.
Ins: Antonio Davis 17 pts. Sharmani Spears 16 pts.

Quilicura 71 - Liceo Mixto 89
Qui: Chucky Frierson 24 pts. Timothy Jones 13 pts.
Lic: Claudio Gallardo 17 pts. Patricio Briones 15 pts.

San Fernando 97 - San Luis 83

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CHINA

T- Mac Lands in China Soon - by Robert Wang

Former NBA star T- Mc will land in Qing Dao on Oct. 24th. T- Mc did not make any nba teams this year and he decided to take his basketball career overseas. No one knows if he could be the next Stephone Marbury or not. Stephone is 36 years old and made a great success in China last year and helped Beijing team won the champion. So now, all the fans hope T- Mc could be next Marbury although he is 33 years old now. Qing Dao tam has make great arrangement for him like super nice 5 star hotel, car, etc. Qing Dao team even changed their home gym from 4700 seats to 15000 seats for the new season. All set except waiting for T- Mc landing. T - Mc has been names the biggest name who ever came to CBA and his first game would be at Qing Dao against Yao Ming's team. Yao said he would treat him a dinner when they met on Nov.24th. Really hope he could have a good performance for the fans in China. The reason said in this way just because some other big names like Kenyoung Martin was cut by CBA last season. Etc. Good Luck !

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COLOMBIA

FEDERATION CUP 2012, SECOND PHASE DAY 5 RESULTS - by Victor Garcia

GROUP A.
Patriotas got a very important victory defeating Once Caldas in Tunja, the combined effort of Jermaine Watson , Jermaine Walker and Brad Byerson was good for 84 points, Once Caldas had its new import Jamal Johnson but was not enough, Caldas reached a 1 point lead with 30 seconds in the clock, but a couple of Walkers free throws gave the victory to Tunja.
Patriotas 111 J. Watson 34 pts, J. Walker 26 pts
Once Caldas 110

Guerreros start their tour with another victory in Armenia, the leaders had 4 players in double digits and 9 players scoring in the game, Stalin Ortiz had 27 and Juan Tello Palacios 17, Rashad Bell scored a couple of free throws to seal the victory, Cafeteros center Rashad Jones scored 22 pts and got 15 rebounds.
Cafeteros 84 R. Jones 22+15, D. Dorsey 17.
Guerreros 88 S. Ortiz 27, J. Tello 17.

GROUP B
Nuevo Choco played ts defensive game to stop the Bukaros guns in Quibdo, was the second victory of Choco in the second phase, Bukaros keeps the first place in the group.
Nuevo Choco 69
Bukaros 59

Islanders leaded by Delonte Holland and Jesus Urbina (201-F-84, college: George Mason) defeated Hormigueros as visitors, the Islanders game is improving and looks like contenders in the group
Hormigueros 93
Islanders 123

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CROATIA

A1 Standings

A1 Standings

1. KK Zagreb CO		3-0
2. Djuro Djakovic		2-0
3. Alkar Sinj		2-1
4. Kvarner 2010		2-1
5. Jolly		1-1
6. Krizevci		1-1
7. Zabok		1-1
8. Darda		1-2
9. Dubrovnik		0-3
10. Osjecki Sokol		0-3
Play in international cups:
1. Cedevita		-
2. Cibona		-
3. KK Split		-
4. Zadar		-

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: Alkar Sinj - Osjecki Sokol 98-79
Oct. 20: Kvarner 2010 - Dubrovnik 96-61
Oct. 20: Darda - KK Zagreb CO 73-78
Oct. 21: Djuro Djakovic - Jolly
Oct. 21: Krizevci - Zabok

Stats Leaders - A1

Points Per Game

Mike JAMES
  KK.
  (185-G-90)
  Avg: 23.3

1. James, KK.	23.3
2. Lez, Zabok	21.0
3. Batina, Djuro D.	19.0
4. Rembert, Krizevci	18.5
5. Peric, KK.	17.3
6. Ross, Jolly	17.0
7. Meznaric, Darda	15.3
8. Bicvic, Darda	15.0
9. Radic, Kvarner 2010	14.7
10. Krapic, KK.	14.3

Rebounds Per Game

Ivica RADIC
  Kvarner 2010
  (208-F-90)
  Avg: 8

1. Radic, Kvarner 2010	8.0
2. Matic, Alkar Sinj	6.7
3. Massamba, Djuro D.	6.5
4. Price, Osjecki Sok.	6.3
5. Peric, KK.	6.3
6. Krapic, KK.	6.3
7. Diminic, Zabok	5.5
8. Grgat, Krizevci	5.5
9. Rembert, Krizevci	5.5
10. Peraica, Darda	5.3

Assists Per Game

Bojan KRIVEC
  Kvarner .
  (188-G-87)
  Avg: 5

1. Krivec, Kvarner	5.0
2. Panduric, Darda	4.3
3. Pesut, Dubrovnik	3.7
4. Meznaric, Darda	3.7
5. Ross, Jolly	3.5
6. Blajic, Djuro D.	3.5
7. Maric, Zabok	3.5
8. Rembert, Krizevci	3.5
9. Peric, KK.	3.3
10. Anzulovic, Zabok	3.0

Steals Per Game

Mike JAMES
  KK.
  (185-G-90)
  Avg: 3.3

1. James, KK.	3.3
2. Ross, Jolly	3.0
3. Skific, Kvarner	2.7
4. Rimac, Djuro D.	2.5
5. Krstanovic, Krizev.	2.5
6. Maric, Zabok	2.5
7. Juricic, Kvarner	2.5
8. Svoboda, Krizevci	2.5
9. Panduric, Darda	2.0
10. Peric, Dubrovnik	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Ivan KROLO
  Osjecki Sokol
  (217-C-83)
  Avg: 1.7

1. Krolo, Osjecki Sok.	1.7
2. Vlaic, Zabok	1.5
3. Mustapic, Zabok	1.5
4. Kozic, Osjecki Sok.	1.0
5. Cakarun, Jolly	1.0
6. Krstanovic, Krizev.	1.0
7. Sarlija, Djuro D.	1.0
8. Meznaric, Darda	0.7
9. Najev, Dubrovnik	0.7
10. Skific, Kvarner	0.7

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CYPRUS

Crocker won the Super Cup in Cyprus - by Chris Mammides

Keravnos Strovolou or much better let's say Tony Tony Crocker (201-G/F-87, college: Oklahoma) won the Super cup in Cyprus in a game which took place on the night of the 19th of October. Keravnos Strovolou beat Michelin Etha Engomis 79-68 in a game which the American Tony Tony Crocker put his signature since his 30 points was the stepping stone of the Strovolos team victory. The team of Coach Yiannaras took an early lead with 8-16 in the first minutes of the game (which took place in Kition, Larnaka the home court of AEK Larnakas) with Tony being the man of the match from the early beginning. After these first minutes Etha's players "woke up" and balance the game with Doney scoring 7 personal points and the score going to 2-20

The beginning of the second period found the two teams to go hand in hand in the score with Trisokkas entrance giving some easy points in the paint and with Keravnos closing the first half with 37-43.
The third period Tony Crocker found some assistance from Georgios Diamantopoulos (196-F/G-80, agency: Interperformances) at least in the offensive part and the two guards gave a deficit of 11 points to Keravnos. The bad defense though by the Strovolos players and C.J. Williams (195-G, college: N.Carolina St.) awakening together with Donte Poole (190-G-89, college: Murray St.)'s points, balances the game once more at the end of the 3rd period to 54-54.
The 4th and most crucial period found Tony Crocker and Georgios Diamantopoulos giving an early lead to their team with 8 points 61-69 but once more the defense of Keravnos was like a Swiss cheese, full of holes, ETHA cut the deficit to the point once more, Keravnos though had the scoring duet of Tony Crocker and Georgios Diamantopoulos in a productive night so 2 minutes before the end a three pointer by Georgios Diamantopoulos but a tombstone to the dreams of Etha. The final score was 68-79 and Etha lost the super Cup after three consecutive seasons.
Quarters: 20-20, 43-37, 56-54, 79-68.
Etha: Donte Poole 11, C.J. Williams 17, Taron Downey (186-G-82, college: Wake Forest) 11
Keravnos: Tony Crocker 30, Georgios Diamantopoulos 18

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Standings - NBL

NBL Standings

1. CEZ Nymburk		6-0
2. NH Ostrava		5-1
3. USK Praha		4-2
4. BC Kolin		4-2
5. BK Pardubice		3-1
6. Levice		3-2
7. BK Decin		2-2
8. B&W Opava		2-3
9. Svitavy		2-3
10. Chomutov		2-4
11. BK Prostejov		1-4
12. J.Hradec		1-5
13. Usti n/Labem		0-6

Regular Season: Round 6

Oct. 20: Svitavy - BK Pardubice 97-85
Oct. 20: BC Kolin - Levice 90-81
Oct. 20: Chomutov - B&W Opava 82-72
Oct. 20: CEZ Nymburk - BK Decin 72-65
Oct. 20: J.Hradec - NH Ostrava 70-85
Oct. 20: USK Praha - Usti n/Labem 67-56

Regular Season: Round 7

Oct. 24: NH Ostrava - Svitavy
Oct. 24: Usti n/Labem - J.Hradec
Oct. 24: BK Decin - USK Praha
Oct. 24: Levice - CEZ Nymburk
Oct. 24: B&W Opava - BC Kolin
Oct. 24: BK Pardubice - BK Prostejov

Stats Leaders - NBL

Points Per Game

Boris MENO
  USK Praha
  (203-F-83)
  Avg: 20.8

1. Meno, USK Praha	20.8
2. Tomanec, J.Hradec	19.5
3. Blazek, B&W Opava	19.2
4. Deloach, Svitavy	19.2
5. Pope, BK Decin	17.8
6. Reese, Usti n.	17.3
7. Kemp, Levice	17.0
8. Bosak, Chomutov	16.3
9. Taylor, CEZ N.	16.0
10. Bolds, BC Kolin	15.8

Rebounds Per Game

Jakub BLAZEK
  B&W Opava
  (203-F-80)
  Avg: 10

1. Blazek, B&W Opava	10.0
2. Meno, USK Praha	9.8
3. Muirhead, BK Pardu.	9.8
4. Tomanec, J.Hradec	9.8
5. Tyrna, Usti n.	8.5
6. Wilson, NH Ostrava	8.5
7. Deloach, Svitavy	8.0
8. Votroubek, USK P.	7.8
9. Reese, Usti n.	7.5
10. Necas, CEZ Nymbu.	7.2

Assists Per Game

Jakub SIRINA
  B&W Opava
  (185-G-87)
  Avg: 7.3

1. Sirina, B&W Opava	7.3
2. Pavkovic, CEZ N.	5.8
3. Kemp, Levice	5.2
4. Deloach, Svitavy	4.8
5. Ames, NH Ostrava	4.3
6. Nolen, Usti n.	4.3
7. Pope, BK Decin	4.3
8. Venta, BK Prostej.	3.8
9. Gonzalez, BC Kolin	3.7
10. Radulovic, BC Kol.	3.3

Steals Per Game

Jakub SIRINA
  B&W Opava
  (185-G-87)
  Avg: 3

1. Sirina, B&W Opava	3.0
2. Gonzalez, BC Kolin	2.5
3. Deloach, Svitavy	2.4
4. Mares, USK Praha	2.3
5. Pistecky, Usti n.	2.3
6. Venta, BK Prostej.	2.2
7. Nolen, Usti n.	2.0
8. Bolds, BC Kolin	2.0
9. Glover, Chomutov	2.0
10. Taylor, CEZ N.	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Travis NELSON
  BK Pardu.
  (208-C-87)
  Avg: 1.8

1. Nelson, BK Pardu.	1.8
2. Miklosik, B&W O.	1.6
3. Simmons, Levice	1.6
4. Slavik, USK Praha	1.3
5. Svrdlik, BK Prost.	1.2
6. Naymick, CEZ N.	1.0
7. Nuhanovic, Levice	1.0
8. Meno, USK Praha	1.0
9. Votroubek, USK P.	1.0
10. Pospisil, BK Pard.	0.8

NBL Round 6: BK Pardubice suffers the first loss - by Eurobasket News

There was no lack of excitement in the last round games. The round ended with loss of the undefeated team and favorites losing the games.

The most surprising game was the first loss of undefeated BK Pardubice (3-1) on the court of ninth ranked Basketbal Svitavy on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Basketbal Svitavy 97-85. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of BK Pardubice. The game was mostly controlled by Basketbal Svitavy. BK Pardubice managed to win fourth quarter 24-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. 28 personal fouls committed by BK Pardubice helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American point guard Michael Deloach (183-86, college: Norfolk St.) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Polish center Pawel Mroz (215-84) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Canadian-Jamaican forward Corey Muirhead (197-83, college: W.Carolina) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Basketbal Svitavy (2-3) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with B&W Opava. BK Pardubice at the other side dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. Basketbal Svitavy is looking forward to face league's second-placed NH Ostrava on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. BK Pardubice will play against BK Prostejov and is hoping to win this game.
NBL top team - CEZ Nymburk (6-0) added another victory to their record. This time they beat seventh ranked BK Decin (2-2) 72-65. The former international forward Radek Necas (205-80) notched a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds to lead the effort and Petr Benda supported him with 17 points. CEZ Nymburk's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 20 points and 5 rebounds by American guard Patrick Pope (183-81, college: St.Augustine) did not help to save the game for BK Decin. Undefeated CEZ Nymburk have an impressive six-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 6-0 record. BK Decin at the other side keeps the seventh place with two games lost. CEZ Nymburk will play against Levice (#6) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. BK Decin will play against USK Praha and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Bottom-ranked BK Usti nad Labem (0-6) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their sixth consecutive match to fifth ranked USK Praha (4-2) 67-56 on Saturday evening. The best player for the winners was Boris Meno who scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Brad Reese who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. USK Praha moved-up to third place, which they share with BC Kolin. Loser BK Usti nad Labem still closes the standings with six games lost. USK Praha will meet BK Decin (#7) on the road in the next round. BK Usti nad Labem will play against BK Lions Hradec (#12) in J.Hradec and hopes to get finally their first victory.
The game in Kolin was also worth to mention about. 4th ranked Levice (3-2) played at the court of sixth ranked BC Kolin (4-2). BC Kolin managed to secure a 9-point victory 90-81. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Levice. It was a good game for Demarius Bolds who led his team to a victory with 23 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. BC Kolin have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with USK Praha. Levice at the other side dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. BC Kolin's next round opponent will be B&W Opava (#8) on the road where they are favorite. Levice will play against the league's leader CEZ Nymburk.
An interesting game took place in Chomutov where higher ranked B&W Opava (2-3) was upset on the court of eleventh ranked Levharti Chomutov (2-4) 82-72 on Saturday. Pavel Bosak scored 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Levharti Chomutov moved-up to tenth place. Loser B&W Opava dropped to the eighth position with three games lost. Levharti Chomutov will have a break next round.

In the last game of round 6 NH Ostrava won against J.Hradec on the opponent's court 85-70.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 24 points and 12 rebounds by Jan Tomanec of J.Hradec.

J.Hradec - NH Ostrava 70-85

Very expected game in J.Hradec where 10th ranked BK Lions Hradec (1-5) was defeated by second ranked NH Ostrava (5-1) 85-70 on Saturday. The game without a history. NH Ostrava led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Strangely BK Lions Hradec outrebounded NH Ostrava 41-29 including 27 on the defensive glass. American point guard Rashaan Ames (184-78, college: Shaw) scored 20 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Adam Ciz (190-91) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Four NH Ostrava players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was center Jan Tomanec (205-85) with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and Jan Pavlik (186-78, agency: Court Side) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. NH Ostrava maintains second position with 5-1 record behind leader CEZ Nymburk. BK Lions Hradec lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth place with five games lost. NH Ostrava will face Basketbal Svitavy (#9) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. BK Lions Hradec will play against BK Usti nad Labem and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
NH Ostrava: R.Ames 20+3reb+4ast, A.Ciz 17+4reb+3ast, L.Jurecka 12+7reb, R.Pelikan 11+6reb+1ast, J.Wilson 9+3reb, M.Gniadek 6+5reb+3ast
J.Hradec: J.Tomanec 24+12reb, J.Pavlik 18+5reb+2ast, R.Zachrla 6+2reb+1ast, R.Kramny 4+3reb, O.Dygryn 4+8reb+1ast, J.Kysela 4+2reb+3ast

USK Praha - Usti n/Labem 67-56

Bottom-ranked BK Usti nad Labem (0-6) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their sixth consecutive match to fifth ranked USK Praha (4-2) 67-56 on Saturday evening. USK Praha dominated on the defensive end, holding BK Usti nad Labem to just 6 points in fourth quarter. The best player for the winners was Congolese-French forward Boris Meno (203-83, college: Davidson, agency: Two Points) who scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Michal Vocetka (198-89) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Brad Reese (199-88, college: Texas Tech) who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and power forward Ladislav Horak (205-86) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively. USK Praha moved-up to third place, which they share with BC Kolin. Loser BK Usti nad Labem still closes the standings with six games lost. USK Praha will meet BK Decin (#7) on the road in the next round. BK Usti nad Labem will play against BK Lions Hradec (#12) in J.Hradec and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
USK Praha: B.Meno 20+6reb+1ast, M.Vocetka 18+6reb+1ast, S.Votroubek 10+10reb+1ast, M.Mares 7+4reb+3ast, J.Slavik 6+1reb, J.Stariat 2+3reb
Usti n/Labem: B.Reese 15+12reb+1ast, L.Horak 13+6reb, V.Hejl 8+3reb, S.Licartovsky 7+1reb, A.Pistecky 6+8reb+2ast, J.Krakovic 3+5reb

CEZ Nymburk - BK Decin 72-65

NBL top team - CEZ Nymburk (6-0) added another victory to their record. This time they beat seventh ranked BK Decin (2-2) 72-65. BK Decin was ahead by 2 points at the halftime before a 34-25 second half run of CEZ Nymburk. They made 23-of-29 charity shots (79.3 percent) during the game, while BK Decin only scored seven points from the stripe. CEZ Nymburk forced 20 BK Decin turnovers. BK Decin was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international forward Radek Necas (205-80) notched a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international center Petr Benda (203-82, agency: Court Side) supported him with 17 points. Five CEZ Nymburk players scored in double figures. CEZ Nymburk's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 20 points and 5 rebounds by American guard Patrick Pope (183-81, college: St.Augustine) did not help to save the game for BK Decin. Bosnian forward Admir Alic (197-84) added 13 points and 7 rebounds. CEZ Nymburk have an impressive six-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 6-0 record. BK Decin at the other side keeps the seventh place with two games lost. CEZ Nymburk will play against Levice (#6) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. BK Decin will play against USK Praha and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
CEZ Nymburk: P.Benda 17+4reb, R.Necas 13+12reb, A.Abrams 12+4reb, M.Pavkovic 11+3reb+3ast, M.Taylor 10+4reb+3ast, A.Naymick 5+2reb
BK Decin: P.Pope 20+5reb+2ast, A.Alic 13+7reb+2ast, M.Soukup 8+3reb+3ast, J.Bejcek 7+2reb+2ast, R.Landa 7+6reb, J.Jiricek 4+3reb+1ast

BC Kolin - Levice 90-81

The game in Kolin was also worth to mention about. 4th ranked Levice (3-2) played at the court of sixth ranked BC Kolin (4-2). BC Kolin managed to secure a 9-point victory 90-81. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Levice. The hosts were ahead by 2 points but lost the second period ending it with a 8-point deficit before their 28-11 run, which allowed them to win the game. BC Kolin made 33-of-42 charity shots (78.6 percent) during the game, while Levice only scored seventeen points from the stripe. They outrebounded Levice 35-17 including 23 on the defensive glass. 29 personal fouls committed by Levice helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for American guard Demarius Bolds (190-84, college: Missouri Western, agency: I.D.S. Law) who led his team to a victory with 23 points. The other American import forward Richard Field (196-85, college: Mercyhurst) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Bolds is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four BC Kolin players scored in double figures. American guard Willie Kemp (188-87, college: Memphis) replied with 18 points and 5 assists and Canadian forward Troy Gottselig (203-87) added 19 points in the effort for Levice. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. BC Kolin have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with USK Praha. Levice at the other side dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. BC Kolin's next round opponent will be B&W Opava (#8) on the road where they are favorite. Levice will play against the league's leader CEZ Nymburk.
Top scorers:
BC Kolin: D.Bolds 23+4reb+3ast, D.Machac 16+3reb+1ast, R.Field 14+9reb, S.Zuzak 12+7reb+1ast, J.Gonzalez 10+2reb+3ast, D.Radulovic 8+3reb+5ast
Levice: T.Gottselig 19+1reb+2ast, W.Kemp 18+5ast, S.Nuhanovic 11+6reb, S.Bilic 9+4reb+2ast, M.Sykora 7+1reb, F.Lehman 6+2reb

Chomutov - B&W Opava 82-72

An interesting game took place in Chomutov where higher ranked B&W Opava (2-3) was upset on the court of eleventh ranked Levharti Chomutov (2-4) 82-72 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Levharti Chomutov. B&W Opava was better in fourth quarter 24-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded B&W Opava 40-29 including 31 on the defensive glass. B&W Opava was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Swingman Pavel Bosak (192-82) scored 23 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American point guard Showron Glover (180-87) chipped in 18 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Jakub Blazek (203-80) with 15 points and 5 rebounds and Petr Strnisko (195-89) scored 10 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Levharti Chomutov moved-up to tenth place. Loser B&W Opava dropped to the eighth position with three games lost. Levharti Chomutov will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Chomutov: P.Bosak 23+8reb+2ast, S.Glover 18+4reb+1ast, Z.Hanzlik 12+7reb+1ast, J.Pack 9+3reb, L.Pecka 7+8reb+2ast, V.Honomichl 4+2reb+3ast
B&W Opava: J.Blazek 15+5reb+2ast, M.Ihring 10+1reb, P.Strnisko 10+3reb+1ast, M.Gerych 8+2reb, J.Dihel 7+4reb+1ast, L.Toth 6+5reb+1ast

Svitavy - BK Pardubice 97-85

The most surprising game was the first loss of undefeated BK Pardubice (3-1) on the court of ninth ranked Basketbal Svitavy on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by Basketbal Svitavy 97-85. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of BK Pardubice. The game was mostly controlled by Basketbal Svitavy. BK Pardubice managed to win fourth quarter 24-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. 28 personal fouls committed by BK Pardubice helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American point guard Michael Deloach (183-86, college: Norfolk St.) scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Polish center Pawel Mroz (215-84) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Basketbal Svitavy players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Canadian-Jamaican forward Corey Muirhead (197-83, college: W.Carolina) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and Lithuanian point guard Evaldas Zabas (188-88) scored 23 points and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Basketbal Svitavy (2-3) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with B&W Opava. BK Pardubice at the other side dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. Basketbal Svitavy is looking forward to face league's second-placed NH Ostrava on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. BK Pardubice will play against BK Prostejov and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Svitavy: P.Mroz 16+8reb, M.Deloach 15+5reb+7ast, J.Sedlak 14+2reb, P.Milos 13+6reb+1ast, T.Teply 10+2reb, P.Harcar 10+3reb
BK Pardubice: E.Zabas 23+3reb+6ast, C.Muirhead 20+12reb, Z.Pospisil 16+7reb+1ast, T.Nelson 9+3reb, O.Peterka 7, M.Carnecky 5+2reb+3ast

Czech Republic NBL round 6 best performance: Jan Tomanec - by Eurobasket News

Center Jan Tomanec (205-C-85) had an amazing evening in the last round for J.Hradec, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 6.
The 27-year old player had a double-double of 24 points and 12 rebounds, while his team J.Hradec moved-up to the 12th position in the Czech Republic NBL. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 5 games and recorded just one victory. In the team's last game Tomanec had a remarkable 87.5% from 2-point range. He has many years of experience at J.Hradec, through which he has constantly improved. Jan Tomanec has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 19.5ppg), rebounds (4th best: 9.8rpg) and averages impressive 61.9% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was 29-year old Canadian Corey Muirhead (197-F-83) of BK Pardubice. Muirhead had a very good evening with a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds. Bad luck as BK Pardubice lost that game 85-97 to the lower-ranked Svitavy (#9, 2-3). This loss caused BK Pardubice to drop to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 3-1 record is not bad and everything may still change. Muirhead is well-known at BK Pardubice and is a proven leader in his second season with the team.

Third on the list of top players last round was former international forward Radek Necas (205-F-80) of league's top team CEZ Nymburk. Necas scored 13 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of CEZ Nymburk, leading his team to a 72-65 win against the lower-ranked BK Decin (#7, 2-2). CEZ Nymburk started extremely well this year. They recorded 6 victories without losing a single game. Necas turns to be one of the very best players in the league while he is also a leader of the top team having his eyes on the championship title. Necas has a very solid season. In 6 games in Czech Republic he scored 6.5ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Demarius Bolds (190-G-84) of BC Kolin - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Pavel Bosak (192-G/F-82) of Chomutov - 23 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Rashaan Ames (184-PG-78) of NH Ostrava - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Pawel Mroz (215-C-84) of Svitavy - 16 points and 8 rebounds
8. Jakub Blazek (203-F-80) of B&W Opava - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Willie Kemp (188-G-87) of Levice - 18 points and 5 assists
10. Michael Deloach (183-PG-86) of Svitavy - 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists

The Player of the week is choosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3*(REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4*(2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3*(2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3*(3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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DENMARK

Standings - Basketligaen

Ligaen Standings

1. Svendborg		7-0
2. Bakken		6-0
3. Horsens IC		5-2
4. SISU		5-2
5. Naestved		3-4
6. Aarhus BC		3-4
7. Horsholm		2-5
8. Vaerlose		1-4
9. Randers		1-5
10. Aalborg		0-7

Regular Season: Round 8

Oct. 20: Aalborg - SISU 77-87
Oct. 20: Naestved - Svendborg 75-80
Oct. 20: Horsholm - Horsens IC 70-96
Oct. 21: Vaerlose - Bakken
Oct. 24: Naestved - Vaerlose

Stats Leaders - Basketligaen

Points Per Game

Chad TOMKO
  Bakken
  (180-PG-89)
  Avg: 23.2

1. Tomko, Bakken	23.2
2. Rutherford, Svend.	23.0
3. Ocana, Randers	22.5
4. Willen, Aalborg	21.9
5. Delaney, Aalborg	19.9
6. Jukic, Horsens IC	19.7
7. Bowlin, Horsens IC	19.6
8. Thomann, Horse.	19.1
9. Dennis, SISU	19.0
10. Kovacs, Horsholm	19.0

Rebounds Per Game

Randy DEZOUVRE
  Aarhus BC
  (195-F/G-87)
  Avg: 9.9

1. Dezouvre, Aarhus	9.9
2. Rutherford, Svend.	9.3
3. Sorensen, Aalborg	8.9
4. Walker, Naestved	8.4
5. Thomann, Horse.	8.3
6. Moritz, SISU	8.3
7. Jukic, Horsens IC	8.1
8. Chin, Bakken	8.0
9. Washington, Svend.	8.0
10. Willen, Aalborg	7.6

Assists Per Game

Arnar JONSSON
  Aarhus BC
  (183-G-83)
  Avg: 7.5

1. Jonsson, Aarhus BC	7.5
2. Bowlin, Horsens IC	6.9
3. Nielsen, SISU	6.1
4. Murphy, Naestved	5.3
5. Ortega, Randers	5.0
6. Darboe, Svendborg	4.7
7. Tomko, Bakken	4.5
8. Dennis, SISU	4.4
9. Plannthin, Svend.	4.4
10. Mariegaard, Svend.	4.0

Steals Per Game

Skyler BOWLIN
  Horsens IC
  (190-G-89)
  Avg: 4

1. Bowlin, Horsens IC	4.0
2. Ortega, Randers	2.7
3. Tomko, Bakken	2.5
4. Walker, Naestved	2.3
5. Jakobsen, Bakken	2.2
6. Nielsen, SISU	2.1
7. Jukic, Horsens IC	2.0
8. Varga, Horsens IC	2.0
9. Delk, Vaerlose	2.0
10. Murphy, Naestved	1.7

Blocks Per Game

Gregory WASHINGTON
  Svend.
  (208-C/F-84)
  Avg: 2.4

1. Washington, Svend.	2.4
2. Thomann, Horse.	1.3
3. Marinkovic, Horsho.	1.0
4. Jukic, Horsens IC	1.0
5. Christoffers., Bak.	1.0
6. Smith, SISU	1.0
7. Jensen, Vaerlose	0.8
8. Delk, Vaerlose	0.8
9. Jukic, Horsholm	0.7
10. Frandsen, Naestv.	0.7

Standings - 1st Division

1st Division Standings

1. Amager BK		4-0
2. Koge BK		4-0
3. BMS Skovlunde		3-1
4. Falcon		3-1
5. Virum		2-2
6. Aarhus BF		2-2
7. Lemvig		2-2
8. Haderslev		1-3
9. Jonstrup		1-3
10. Stevnsgade		1-3
11. ALBA		0-3
12. Glostrup		0-3

Regular Season: Round 4

Oct. 20: Lemvig - Haderslev 95-75
Oct. 20: Falcon - ALBA 91-63
Oct. 20: Amager BK - Glostrup 88-74
Oct. 20: Virum - Koge BK 81-83
Oct. 20: Aarhus BF - Jonstrup 78-64
Oct. 20: Stevnsgade - BMS Skovlunde 67-79

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ESTONIA

Standings - KML

KML Standings

1. TU/Rock		2-0
2. Tarvas		2-1
3. Valga		2-1
4. Kalev/Cramo		1-0
5. Hito/Johvi		1-1
6. Parnu		1-1
7. TTU		1-2
8. Rapla		0-2
9. Tln Kalev		0-2

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: Rapla - Valga 66-67
Oct. 21: Parnu - TU/Rock
Oct. 23: Valga - Hito/Johvi
Oct. 24: TU/Rock - Tln Kalev

Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Marc CAMPBELL
  Tln Kalev
  (180-G-86)
  Avg: 22.5

1. Campbell, Tln Kalev	22.5
2. Laur, Hito/Johvi	20.5
3. Oja, Valga	19.7
4. Laksa, Tarvas	18.3
5. Tamm, Tarvas	18.0
6. Evart, Parnu	17.5
7. Keedus, TTU	16.7
8. Umbrasko, Tarvas	16.3
9. Arnold, TTU	15.7
10. Raadik, Parnu	15.5

Rebounds Per Game

Rain RAADIK
  Parnu
  (208-C-89)
  Avg: 17.5

1. Raadik, Parnu	17.5
2. Okoye, Tln Kalev	13.5
3. Arnold, TTU	9.3
4. Cunda, Valga	8.7
5. Ringmets, Rapla	8.5
6. Umbrasko, Tarvas	8.3
7. Trumm, Hito/Johvi	8.0
8. Grim, Valga	8.0
9. Keedus, TTU	7.7
10. Lindmets, Tarvas	7.0

Assists Per Game

Justin INGRAM
  TU/Rock
  (188-PG-85)
  Avg: 6

1. Ingram, TU/Rock	6.0
2. Cunda, Valga	5.3
3. Campbell, Tln Kalev	5.0
4. Laane, Rapla	4.5
5. Peciukeviciu., Par.	4.5
6. Keedus, TTU	4.3
7. Matulionis, Parnu	4.0
8. Tamm, Tarvas	4.0
9. Raap, Parnu	3.5
10. Saare, Hito/Johvi	3.0

Steals Per Game

Reimo TAMM
  Tarvas
  (185-PG-84)
  Avg: 4

1. Tamm, Tarvas	4.0
2. Ingram, TU/Rock	3.0
3. Laane, Rapla	2.5
4. Parn, Rapla	2.0
5. Roos, Tln Kalev	2.0
6. Matulionis, Parnu	2.0
7. Lindmets, Tarvas	2.0
8. Akenparg, TTU	2.0
9. Laksa, Tarvas	2.0
10. Oja, Valga	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Andrew ARNOLD
  TTU
  (208-C-86)
  Avg: 1.3

1. Arnold, TTU	1.3
2. Nurger, Rapla	1.0
3. Raadik, Parnu	1.0
4. Laksa, Tarvas	1.0
5. Makke, TTU	1.0
6. Grim, Valga	1.0
7. Saks, Tarvas	0.7
8. Keres, TTU	0.7
9. Kirsimaa, Hito/.	0.5
10. Okoye, Tln Kalev	0.5

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FINLAND

Standings - Korisliiga

Korisliiga Standings

1. Pyrinto		4-0
2. KTP		4-1
3. Kouvot		3-1
4. Kauhajoki		3-2
5. LrNMKY		3-2
6. Nilan Bisons		2-2
7. Kataja		2-2
8. Namika Lahti		2-3
9. FoKoPo		2-3
10. Korihait		1-4
11. Lapua		1-4
12. Salon Vilpas		1-4

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 19: KTP - LrNMKY 96-64
Oct. 19: Namika Lahti - FoKoPo 94-67
Oct. 20: Nilan Bisons - Salon Vilpas 82-74
Oct. 19: Korihait - Lapua 80-85
Oct. 20: Kauhajoki - Kouvot 73-77
Oct. 21: Kataja - Pyrinto

Stats Leaders - Korisliiga

Points Per Game

Martin ZENO
  Nilan Bisons
  (196-G-85)
  Avg: 28.3

1. Zeno, Nilan Bisons	28.3
2. Gibson, LrNM.	21.6
3. Holloway, Namika L.	21.2
4. Jalonen, Korihait	20.6
5. Conley, LrNM.	20.2
6. Barrett, KTP	19.2
7. Hall, Salon Vilpas	18.8
8. Haanpaa, Lapua	18.8
9. Clavell, Kouvot	18.5
10. Ulmer, Pyrinto	18.3

Rebounds Per Game

Dwight TOLBERT
  Lapua
  (195-F-86)
  Avg: 12.2

1. Tolbert, Lapua	12.2
2. McDade, Nilan B.	12.0
3. Thorpe, FoKoPo	10.7
4. Conley, LrNM.	9.6
5. Johnson, Namika L.	8.4
6. Logins, LrNM.	8.2
7. Dyer, Korihait	8.0
8. Hester, Kouvot	8.0
9. Bullock, Kauhajoki	8.0
10. Williams, Pyrinto	7.8

Assists Per Game

Damon WILLIAMS
  Pyrinto
  (201-F-73)
  Avg: 9

1. Williams, Pyrinto	9.0
2. Hall, Salon Vilpas	5.0
3. Ivey, Nilan Bisons	4.8
4. Holloway, Namika L.	4.8
5. Holmes, Lapua	4.4
6. Sarcevic, KTP	4.4
7. Smith, Kataja	4.3
8. Ikavalko, FoKoPo	4.2
9. Burgess, FoKoPo	4.0
10. Nikkarinen, Kouvot	3.8

Steals Per Game

Matthew GIBSON
  LrNM.
  (196-G-84)
  Avg: 2.8

1. Gibson, LrNM.	2.8
2. Holloway, Namika L.	2.2
3. Hall, Salon Vilpas	2.2
4. Vuori, Kauhajoki	2.0
5. Conley, LrNM.	2.0
6. Williams, KTP	2.0
7. Ulmer, Pyrinto	1.8
8. Ford, Kauhajoki	1.8
9. Hester, Kouvot	1.8
10. Smith, Kataja	1.8

Blocks Per Game

Chris COMMONS
  Lapua
  (206-F-84)
  Avg: 2

1. Commons, Lapua	2.0
2. Barrett, KTP	1.8
3. Ford, Kauhajoki	1.5
4. Lehtoranta, Kataja	1.3
5. Taft, Korihait	1.2
6. McDade, Nilan B.	1.0
7. Ulmer, Pyrinto	1.0
8. Ahvenniemi, Pyrinto	1.0
9. Williams, Pyrinto	1.0
10. Nikkila, Pyrinto	0.8

KORISLIIGA: 11 FTs in seven seconds! - by Rauno Hurmalainen

Korisliiga, round 5: Two contests today, but both of them very exiting! In the afternoon Bisons from Loimaa defeated Vilpas (Salo) 82-74 (37-43). There were 12 lead changes and seven ties in this thriller. Martin Zeno (196-G-85, college: Texas Tech) saved Bisons face by scoring game high 31 points! Jeb Ivey (190-G-80, college: Portland St.) was in foul troubles and played only 26 minutes. Ryan McDade (201-F-80, college: N.Arizona) almost made a double-double (11/9) and his FTs this time 1/6 (16,6%). Marquis Hall (183-PG-87, college: Lehigh) led Vilpas with 19 pts.
Another thriller at Kauhajoki, where local Karhu met Kouvot from Kouvola. If the stats are even close to the facts on the court, there have been eleven (11) Free throws during the last seven-eight seconds of the game! First Giordan Watson (178-G-85, college: Cent.Michigan) (Karhu) made all three FTs and tied the game (72-72 at 39:52). Then Chris Hester (192-G/F-79, college: E.Washington) (Kouvot) made the first out of two FTs (72-73 at 39:54), but grabbed the rebound and was fouled again. Hester made now both FTs (72-75 at 39:56). A second later (39:57) Eldar Skamo (198-F-86) (Karhu) was shooting two FTs, but made only the first one (73-75). And who took the rebound? Correct. It was Hester again and he was fouled. Hester made both FTs at 39:59 and Kouvot had won 73-77.
Bisons - Vilpas 82-74 (37-43). (Martin Zeno 31, Ryan McDade 11/9, Ville Makalainen 11 - Marquis Hall 19, Troy Barnies 16, Shawn Atupem 10. A: 720).
Karhu - Kouvot 73-77 (29-33). (Tremaine Ford 16, J'Nathan Bullock 15/14, Giordan Watson 14 - Gilberto Clavell 23/10, Chris Hester 17, Antto Nikkarinen 13. A: 615).

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FRANCE

Standings - ProA

ProA Standings

1. Cholet		2-1
2. Limoges		2-1
3. Paris-Levallois		2-1
4. ASVEL		2-1
5. Le Mans		2-1
6. Strasbourg		2-1
7. Gravelines		2-1
8. Le Havre		2-1
9. Chalon		1-1
10. Nancy		1-1
11. Boulazac		1-2
12. Dijon		1-2
13. Nanterre		1-2
14. Poitiers		1-2
15. Roanne		1-2
16. Orleans		0-3

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: Nanterre - ASVEL 90-77
Oct. 19: Strasbourg - Dijon 78-67 OT
Oct. 19: Roanne - Paris-Levallois 74-65
Oct. 20: Boulazac - Poitiers 73-67
Oct. 20: Le Mans - Orleans 71-64
Oct. 20: Cholet - Le Havre 71-62
Oct. 20: Gravelines - Limoges 55-67
Oct. 22: Chalon - Nancy

Stats Leaders - ProA

Points Per Game

Sean MAY
  Paris-Levallois
  (206-F-84)
  Avg: 20.7

1. May, Paris-Levallo.	20.7
2. King, Le Havre	19.7
3. Smith, Poitiers	19.3
4. Lighty, Nanterre	18.7
5. Williams, Paris-.	17.7
6. Diot, Paris-Levall.	17.7
7. Monroe, Boulazac	17.0
8. Fitch, Strasbourg	17.0
9. Jackson, AS.	16.3
10. Nivins, Poitiers	16.0

Rebounds Per Game

Coleman COLLINS
  Roanne
  (206-C/F-86)
  Avg: 10.7

1. Collins, Roanne	10.7
2. Nsonwu-Amadi, AS.	10.7
3. Monroe, Boulazac	10.0
4. Green, Orleans	9.3
5. Greer, Strasbourg	8.0
6. Nivins, Poitiers	7.7
7. Williams, Chalon	7.5
8. May, Paris-Levallo.	7.0
9. Jean-B., Chalon	7.0
10. Samnick, Roanne	7.0

Assists Per Game

Andrew ALBICY
  Paris-Le.
  (178-PG-90)
  Avg: 8.3

1. Albicy, Paris-Le.	8.3
2. King, Le Havre	8.0
3. Schilb, Chalon	7.0
4. Pellin, Orleans	6.3
5. Diot, Paris-Levall.	6.0
6. Greer, Strasbourg	5.7
7. Campbell, Stras.	4.7
8. Cox, Paris-Levallo.	4.5
9. Thompson, Le Havre	4.3
10. Everett, Cholet	4.3

Steals Per Game

John LINEHAN
  Nancy
  (175-PG-78)
  Avg: 3

1. Linehan, Nancy	3.0
2. Eldridge, Boulazac	3.0
3. Williams, Paris-.	2.7
4. Wanamaker, Limoges	2.7
5. Jomby, Cholet	2.7
6. Schilb, Chalon	2.5
7. Diabate, Nancy	2.5
8. Dobbins, Poitiers	2.3
9. Albicy, Paris-Le.	2.3
10. Greer, Strasbourg	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Cyril AKPOMEDAH
  Grave.
  (203-PF-79)
  Avg: 2

1. Akpomedah, Grave.	2.0
2. Sy, AS.	1.7
3. Fofana, Le Havre	1.7
4. Sylla, Nancy	1.5
5. King, Nancy	1.5
6. Williams, Chalon	1.5
7. Nivins, Poitiers	1.0
8. Vebobe, Cholet	1.0
9. Badiane, Poitiers	1.0
10. Gobert, Cholet	1.0

Standings - ProB

ProB Standings

1. Antibes		5-0
2. Pau-Lacq-Orthez		4-1
3. Bourg		3-2
4. Evreux		3-2
5. Le Portel		3-2
6. Maurienne		3-2
7. St Quentin		3-2
8. Chalons-Reims		3-2
9. Lille		3-2
10. Boulogne		3-2
11. Charleville		2-3
12. St Vallier		2-3
13. Nantes		2-3
14. Rouen		2-3
15. Hyeres-Toulon		2-3
16. Bordeaux		1-4
17. Fos Ouest		1-4
18. Denain		0-5

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 19: St Quentin - Boulogne 92-84
Oct. 19: Lille - Pau-Lacq-Orthez 89-75
Oct. 20: Nantes - Bordeaux 88-86 OT
Oct. 19: Denain - Hyeres-Toulon 84-86
Oct. 20: Bourg - Charleville 83-67
Oct. 20: St Vallier - Fos Ouest 81-79
Oct. 20: Evreux - Antibes 80-83
Oct. 19: Chalons-Reims - Rouen 78-71 OT
Oct. 19: Le Portel - Maurienne 77-66

Stats Leaders - ProB

Points Per Game

Wilbert BROWN
  Maurienne
  (200-PF-84)
  Avg: 24.4

1. Brown, Maurienne	24.4
2. McKines, Rouen	23.2
3. Blue, Antibes	21.6
4. Flowers, Denain	20.0
5. Boddicker, Pau-La.	19.8
6. Booker, St Vallier	19.3
7. Siggers, Lille	19.2
8. Davis, Fos Ouest	18.2
9. Carter, Bordeaux	18.0
10. Wood, Evreux	17.8

Rebounds Per Game

Erroyl BING
  Maurienne
  (198-C/F-82)
  Avg: 11.8

1. Bing, Maurienne	11.8
2. Wood, Evreux	11.2
3. Lesieu, St Quentin	10.4
4. Jackson, Pau-La.	10.2
5. McKines, Rouen	9.4
6. Coleman, Bordeaux	8.8
7. Jaiteh, Boulogne	8.8
8. Monds, Bourg	8.4
9. Dials, Hyeres-Toul.	8.4
10. Blue, Antibes	8.2

Assists Per Game

Errick CRAVEN
  St Vallier
  (188-G-83)
  Avg: 9.6

1. Craven, St Vallier	9.6
2. Bassett, Rouen	6.4
3. Taylor, Le Portel	6.2
4. Huffman, Antibes	6.2
5. McIntosh, Hyeres-.	5.2
6. Da Silva, Rouen	4.8
7. Dumas, Bourg	4.8
8. Ordin, Pau-Lacq.	4.6
9. Driss, Pau-Lacq.	4.4
10. Ball, St Quentin	4.4

Steals Per Game

Errick CRAVEN
  St Vallier
  (188-G-83)
  Avg: 3

1. Craven, St Vallier	3.0
2. Poupet, Chalons-.	2.6
3. Brown, Maurienne	2.6
4. Hannah, Evreux	2.4
5. Calvez, Charleville	2.2
6. McIntosh, Hyeres-.	2.2
7. Akono, Lille	2.0
8. McCray, Boulogne	2.0
9. Flowers, Denain	2.0
10. McKines, Rouen	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Moussa BADIANE
  Antibes
  (205-C-81)
  Avg: 2.8

1. Badiane, Antibes	2.8
2. Johnson, Chalons-.	1.6
3. Ho You Fat, Evreux	1.6
4. Chism, Maurienne	1.6
5. Williams, St Quent.	1.4
6. Wesley, Rouen	1.2
7. Cummard, Fos Ouest	1.0
8. Jaiteh, Boulogne	1.0
9. Coleman, Bordeaux	1.0
10. Badiane, St Quen.	1.0

Standings - N1

NM1 Standings

1. Blois		4-0
2. Cognac		4-0
3. Souffel		4-0
4. Orchy		3-0
5. Quimper		3-1
6. Vichy		3-2
7. Angers BC 49		2-2
8. St Chamond		2-2
9. Monaco		2-2
10. Rennes		2-3
11. Challans		1-3
12. Rueil		1-3
13. Chartres		1-4
14. La Rochelle		1-4
15. Sorgues		1-4
16. Lievin		0-0
17. Roche		0-0
18. CFBB		0-4

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 20: Sorgues - Angers BC 49 92-90
Oct. 20: Vichy - St Chamond 75-61
Oct. 20: Rueil - Cognac 66-70
Oct. 20: Rennes - Monaco 63-60
Oct. 20: CFBB - Quimper 62-89
Oct. 20: Chartres - Blois 59-72
Oct. 20: La Rochelle - Souffel 58-60

Stats Leaders - N1

Points Per Game

Fabien HERARD
  Challans
  (198-F-79)
  Avg: 20

1. Herard, Challans	20.0
2. Thinon, Sorgues	19.0
3. Staelens, Blois	18.0
4. Zamroz, Sorgues	18.0
5. Hill, Angers BC 49	17.0
6. Gentil, Rueil	16.3
7. Thomas, Vichy	15.8
8. Kaunisto, Blois	15.7
9. Desespringal., Rue.	15.3
10. Alingue, Souffel	15.0

Rebounds Per Game

Ville KAUNISTO
  Blois
  (205-F-82)
  Avg: 15.7

1. Kaunisto, Blois	15.7
2. Calasan, Monaco	10.0
3. Hankins-Cole, Sorg.	8.5
4. Sall, Rennes	8.3
5. Caskill, Cognac	8.0
6. Diame, Rueil	8.0
7. Inglis, CFBB	7.7
8. N''Diaye, Souffel	7.7
9. Christophe, Monaco	7.7
10. Ben Driss, Rennes	6.8

Assists Per Game

Anthony CHRISTOPHE
  Monaco
  (190-G-83)
  Avg: 8

1. Christophe, Monaco	8.0
2. Rathieuville, Chal.	8.0
3. Fellah, Angers B.	7.0
4. Minet, Souffel	4.7
5. Saounera, Rueil	4.3
6. Herard, Challans	4.0
7. M''Bodji, Souffel	4.0
8. Thomas, Vichy	4.0
9. Inglis, CFBB	3.7
10. Tillon, St Chamond	3.7

Steals Per Game

Rida EL AMRANI
  Vichy
  (180-PG-86)
  Avg: 3.3

1. El Amrani, Vichy	3.3
2. Saounera, Rueil	2.3
3. Bach, Souffel	2.0
4. Pene, Rennes	1.8
5. Fellah, Angers B.	1.7
6. Herard, Challans	1.7
7. Ludon, Cognac	1.7
8. Bennett, Monaco	1.7
9. N''Diaye, Souffel	1.7
10. Cole, La Rochelle	1.7

Blocks Per Game

Daviin DAVIS
  Blois
  (193-F-85)
  Avg: 3.3

1. Davis, Blois	3.3
2. Inglis, CFBB	2.0
3. Kaunisto, Blois	2.0
4. Diame, Rueil	1.7
5. Traore, Angers B.	1.7
6. Tornato, Blois	1.7
7. Ben Driss, Rennes	1.5
8. Alingue, Souffel	1.3
9. Cazenobe, Souffel	1.3
10. Smock, CFBB	1.3

ProB Round 5: Lille Metropole hands first defeat to Pau-Lacq-Orthez - by Eurobasket News

It's still too early stage of the Regular Season in ProB, but even now we can clearly see the differece between stronger teams and outsiders. Very exciting round. It does not happen too often that four games need overtime in just one round. The round was rather attractive and full of interesting results. The round ended with loss of the undefeated team, few extra overtimes, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin.

Undefeated Pau-Lacq-Orthez (4-1) recorded its first loss on the court of tenth ranked Lille Metropole on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Lille Metropole 89-75. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Pau-Lacq-Orthez. The game without a history. Lille Metropole led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was Jason Siggers (188-85, college: Albany) who scored 30 points and 6 rebounds. Steve Smith (200-81, college: Iona) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Charles Jackson (203-87, college: Hawaii-Pacific, agency: Court Side) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds for the guests. Pau-Lacq-Orthez's coach Claude Bergeaud rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lille Metropole (3-2) moved-up to third place, which they share with 7 other teams. Pau-Lacq-Orthez at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. Lille Metropole is looking forward to face Bordeaux (#16) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Pau-Lacq-Orthez will play against Denain Voltaire (#18) and is hoping to win this game.

Other games of round 5 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Charleville was defeated by Bourg in a road game 83-67. St Vallier beat Fos Ouest at home 81-79. Antibes won against Evreux on the opponent's court 83-80. Winless Denain unfortunately lost to Hyeres-Toulon in a home game 84-86. Boulogne recorded a loss to St Quentin on the road 84-92. Le Portel defeated Maurienne on its own court 77-66.
The best stats of 5th round was 21 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists by David Monds of Bourg.

Bourg - Charleville 83-67

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked JL Bourg and 11th ranked Charleville-Mezieres had identical 2-2 record. This time JL Bourg used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Charleville 83-67 on Saturday night. The hosts trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 47-30 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. JL Bourg forced 19 Charleville-Mezieres turnovers and outrebounded them 40-24 including a 33-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. JL Bourg looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward David Monds (205-83, college: Oklahoma St.) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Philippe Braud (194-85) chipped in 21 points. Guard Fabien Calvez (187-84, college: Evansville) produced 12 points, 5 assists and 5 steals and American forward Patrick Sanders (198-85, college: Cal-Irvine, agency: JEMsports) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Charleville-Mezieres' coach tested ten players seeing no chance for a win. JL Bourg (3-2) moved-up to third place, which they share with 7 other teams. Charleville-Mezieres lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh position with three games lost. JL Bourg will face Aix-Maurienne (#6) in Aix-les-Bains in the next round. Charleville-Mezieres will play at home against Le Portel (#5).
Top scorers:
Bourg: D.Monds 21+14reb+6ast, P.Braud 21+1reb, L.Williams 11+6reb+4ast, A.Tanghe 9+7reb+1ast, J.Sanchez 8+2reb+3ast, A.Gomis 7+7reb+2ast
Charleville: P.Sanders 15+4reb+1ast, D.Pistre 15+2reb+2ast, F.Calvez 12+3reb+5ast, V.Pridotkas 7+3reb+4ast, F.Bourdillon 5+1reb+1ast, N.Racon 5+1reb+1ast

St Vallier - Fos Ouest 81-79

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both sixteenth ranked Saint Vallier and 14th ranked Fos Ouest had identical 1-3 record. This time Saint Vallier used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Fos 81-79 on Saturday night. The hosts were tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. Saint Vallier forced 19 Fos Ouest turnovers. The best player for the winners was American-Ivorian guard Errick Craven (188-83, college: USC) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 5 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 steals. American swingman Roy Booker (191-84, college: SE Missouri St.) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. American power forward John Williamson (199-86, college: Cincinnati) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and point guard Edouard Choquet (187-88) added 14 points and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Saint Vallier (2-3) moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Fos Ouest dropped to the sixteenth position with four games lost. Saint Vallier will face Hyeres-Toulon (#15) on the road in the next round. Fos Ouest will play against Chalons-Reims.
Top scorers:
St Vallier: R.Booker 22+5reb+2ast, E.Craven 14+5reb+14ast, I.Koma 9+2reb, F.Tortosa 9+2reb, C.Rouse 9+5reb, J.Hoyaux 8+1ast
Fos Ouest: J.Williamson 19+9reb+2ast, E.Choquet 14+4reb+7ast, C.Davis 13+4reb+2ast, P.Haquet 7+3reb+2ast, M.Dia 7+4reb+1ast, L.Cummard 7+2reb+3ast

Nantes - Bordeaux 88-86 OT

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Top scorers:
Nantes: T.Henry 19+7reb+2ast, E.Mendy 16+7reb+1ast, N.Gayon 16+2reb+1ast, J.Mathis 14+9reb+6ast, C.Ferchaud 9, L.Corbett 7+2reb+1ast
Bordeaux: T.Coleman 24+10reb+1ast, M.Humphrey 20+4reb+1ast, N.Carter 12+6reb+1ast, G.Darrigand 12+5reb+4ast, R.Dardaine 10+2reb+1ast, K.Thalien 6

Evreux - Antibes 80-83

Rather expected game when 3rd placed ALM Evreux (3-2) was edged at home by leader Olympique Antibes (5-0) 83-80 on Saturday. ALM Evreux was trailing by 1 point at halftime but managed to get 3-point lead after three quarters before a 26-20 charge of Olympique Antibes, which allowed them to win the game. Strangely ALM Evreux outrebounded Olympique Antibes 42-30 including 17 on the offensive glass. ALM Evreux was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. The best player for the winners was American forward Tim Blue (205-84, college: Middle Tenn.St.) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Trevor Huffman (185-79, college: Kent St., agency: Interperformances) chipped in 14 points and 4 assists. Four Olympique Antibes players scored in double figures. American power forward Jeremiah Wood (200-85, agency: Court Side) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and Steeve Ho You Fat (203-88) added 16 points and 10 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) respectively for the hosts. Olympique Antibes have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place with 5-0 record. Loser ALM Evreux keeps the third position with two games lost. Olympique Antibes will face Saint-Quentin (#7) at home in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. ALM Evreux will play against SO Maritime Boulogne (#10).
Top scorers:
Antibes: S.Fein 15+1reb, T.Huffman 14+3reb+4ast, A.Hilliard 13+6reb+2ast, T.Blue 12+12reb+2ast, L.Bengaber 9+3reb+1ast, B.Monclar 7+1reb+1ast
Evreux: J.Wood 18+15reb+4ast, S.Ho You Fat 16+10reb+3ast, C.Hannah 16+2reb+6ast, L.Sambe 8+2reb+1ast, K.Austin 8+3reb+2ast, G.Costentin 6+3reb+1ast

Denain - Hyeres-Toulon 84-86

Rather predictable result when fifteenth ranked Hyeres-Toulon (2-3) edged on the road bottom-ranked Denain Voltaire (0-5) 86-84 on Friday. The best player for the winners was American power forward Terence Dials (206-83, college: Ohio St.) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 15 rebounds. Aurelien Salmon (204-87) chipped in 22 points. American forward John Flowers (200-89, college: W.Virginia, agency: KMG Sports Management) produced 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import power forward Marcus Kitts (205-89, college: William & Mary) added 24 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) respectively for the hosts. Five Hyeres-Toulon and four Denain Voltaire players scored in double figures. Hyeres-Toulon moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Denain Voltaire still closes the standings with five games lost. Hyeres-Toulon will face Saint Vallier (#12) at home in the next round. Denain Voltaire will play against the league's second-placed Pau-Lacq-Orthez (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Hyeres-Toulon: T.Dials 27+15reb, A.Salmon 22+1reb+2ast, J.Newson 14+2reb+2ast, A.Julien 11+6reb+3ast, C.McIntosh 10+3reb+9ast, B.Niang 2+2reb+1ast
Denain: J.Flowers 25+9reb+5ast, M.Kitts 24+9reb, C.Cavallo 15+5reb+1ast, L.Humphrey 10+2reb+2ast, X.Gaillou 7+1reb+6ast, R.Lopez 3+6reb+2ast

Lille - Pau-Lacq-Orthez 89-75

Undefeated Pau-Lacq-Orthez (4-1) recorded its first loss on the court of tenth ranked Lille Metropole on Friday night. Visitors were defeated by Lille Metropole 89-75. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Pau-Lacq-Orthez. The game without a history. Lille Metropole led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was Jason Siggers (188-85, college: Albany) who scored 30 points and 6 rebounds. Steve Smith (200-81, college: Iona) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Five Lille Metropole players scored in double figures. Forward Charles Jackson (203-87, college: Hawaii-Pacific, agency: Court Side) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds and forward Brian Boddicker (204-81, college: Texas) added 24 points respectively for the guests. Pau-Lacq-Orthez's coach Claude Bergeaud rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lille Metropole (3-2) moved-up to third place, which they share with 7 other teams. Pau-Lacq-Orthez at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. Lille Metropole is looking forward to face Bordeaux (#16) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Pau-Lacq-Orthez will play against Denain Voltaire (#18) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Lille: J.Siggers 30+6reb+3ast, S.Bradford 14+4reb+1ast, S.Smith 12+7reb, B.Gillet 12+1ast, L.Akono 10+3reb+3ast, M.Camara 5+1reb
Pau-Lacq-Orthez: B.Boddicker 24+4reb+2ast, C.Jackson 23+10reb, A.Mendy 10+1ast, S.Driss 7+8reb+5ast, J.Morency 6+3reb, F.Lesca 2+1reb+2ast

St Quentin - Boulogne 92-84

There was a minor upset when 3rd placed SO Maritime Boulogne (3-2) was defeated on the road by twelfth ranked Saint-Quentin (3-2) 92-84 on Friday. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 29-17. But SO Maritime Boulogne won second period 15-12. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Saint-Quentin made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was naturalized American point guard Jimmal Ball (179-78, college: Akron, agency: ACMT) who scored 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American Darnell Williams (202-78, college: San Jose St., agency: David Lee services) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds. Saint-Quentin's coach Sebastien Lambert used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American power forward Kurt Cunningham (204-87, college: Boise St.) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds and center Mouhammadou Jaiteh (206-94) added 14 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Saint-Quentin and four SO Maritime Boulogne players scored in double figures. Saint-Quentin moved-up to third place, which they share with 7 other teams including defeated SO Maritime Boulogne. Saint-Quentin will face league's leader Olympique Antibes on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. SO Maritime Boulogne will play against ALM Evreux and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
St Quentin: J.Ball 24+6reb+4ast, D.Williams 13+6reb+3ast, J.Lesieu 12+5reb+1ast, K.Bichard 12+2reb+3ast, A.Saaka 10+3reb+1ast, K.Howell 8+1reb+2ast
Boulogne: K.Cunningham 21+6reb+1ast, J.Rousselle 18+1reb+3ast, V.Bigote 17+4reb+1ast, M.Jaiteh 14+12reb+2ast, C.McCray 7+4reb+4ast, K.Horton 7+2reb+1ast

Le Portel - Maurienne 77-66

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Le Portel (3-2) won against at home higher ranked Aix-Maurienne (3-2) 77-66 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Le Portel. Aix-Maurienne was better in second period 15-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was American point guard Ronnie Taylor (188-81, college: NC-Greensboro, agency: Court Side) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 assists. Power forward Charles-Henri Bronchard (200-82, agency: Court Side) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). American Wilbert Brown (200-84, college: Niagara, agency: Z.A.G. - Law Offices) produced 22 points and the other American import Wayne Chism (206-87, college: Tennessee) added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Le Portel moved-up to third place, which they share with 7 other teams including defeated Aix-Maurienne. Le Portel will face Charleville-Mezieres (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Aix-Maurienne will play against JL Bourg (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Le Portel: C.Bronchard 20+5reb+2ast, S.Gay 16+8reb, R.Taylor 14+4reb+10ast, D.Wilson 9+9reb, B.Mangin 7+2reb+2ast, M.N'Diaye 7+5reb+2ast
Maurienne: W.Brown 22+3reb+1ast, W.Chism 14+7reb, E.Bing 10+8reb+1ast, J.Ekanga-Ehawa 8+2reb+1ast, S.Darnauzan 5+2reb+3ast, M.Traore 4+6reb

Chalons-Reims - Rouen 78-71 OT

Top scorers:
Chalons-Reims: J.Burrell 15+3reb+1ast, A.Tsagarakis 15+1reb+1ast, R.Mels 12+5reb+3ast, T.Johnson 11+8reb, P.Poupet 9+3reb+4ast, K.Corre 7+4reb+7ast
Rouen: W.McKines 21+5reb, G.Chathuant 9+7reb, T.Wesley 9+7reb+1ast, O.Bassett 8+3reb+4ast, M.Courby 7+6reb, P.Da Silva 6+3reb+1ast

NM1 Round 5: Sorgues win their first game - by Eurobasket News

It's still too early stage of the Regular Season in NM1, but even now we can clearly see the differece between stronger teams and outsiders. The round was rather attractive and full of interesting results. The round ended with favorites losing the games, games ending by tiny margin and even winless team recording their first victory.

Sorgues can celebrate their first win this season after four consecutive loses. The victory is especially important as they edged much higher ranked Angers BC 49 (2-2) 92-90 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 7-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 92-90. 27 personal fouls committed by Angers BC 49 helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American-Italian swingman Ryan Zamroz (192-87, college: Master's, agency: JEMsports) who scored 26 points and 4 assists. point guard Arnaud Thinon (178-87) chipped in 26 points. American forward Anthony Hill (204-88, college: Wisc.-Milwaukee) produced 20 points and 4 assists for the guests. Angers BC 49's coach Vincent Lavandier rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sorgues (1-4) left bottom position moving up to thirteenth place, which they share with La Rochelle and Chartres. Angers BC 49 at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with St Chamond and Monaco. Sorgues is looking forward to face Roche (#17) on the road in the next round. Angers BC 49 will play against Chartres (#13) and is hoping to win this game.
Bottom-ranked CFBB (0-4) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 89-62 loss to sixth ranked Quimper UJAP (3-1) in Paris. Nigerian forward Corey Raji (198-88, college: Boston Coll., agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Jean-Felix Moupegnou contributed with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Damien Inglis (203-95) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists for CFBB. Quimper UJAP moved-up to fifth place. CFBB at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Quimper UJAP will play against La Rochelle (#14) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. CFBB will play against Orchesien BC (#4) in Orchies and hopes to get finally their first victory.
The game in Vichy was also quite interesting. 6th ranked Saint Chamond (2-2) played at the court of eighth ranked JA Vichy (3-2). JA Vichy defeated Saint Chamond 75-61 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Saint Chamond. Benjamin Thomas stepped up and scored 23 points and 7 assists for the winners. Ingus Bankevics responded with 17 points. JA Vichy moved-up to sixth place. Loser Saint Chamond dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with Angers BC 49 and Monaco. JA Vichy will meet higher ranked Souffelweyersheim (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Saint Chamond will play against Rueil (#12) and hope to secure a win.
A very interesting game took place in La Rochelle. It ended with only two-point home defeat of 13th ranked La Rochelle (1-4) to leader Souffelweyersheim (4-0) 60-58 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Abdoulaye N'Diaye nailed 9 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. La Rochelle's coach Gregory Thielin tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Souffelweyersheim have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Cognac and Blois. La Rochelle lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth place with four games lost. Souffelweyersheim's next round opponent will be JA Vichy (#6) at home which should be theoretically an easy game. La Rochelle will play against Quimper UJAP (#5).
Important game to mention about took place in Rennes. Twelfth ranked Union Rennes (2-3) saved a 3-point victory at home edging higher ranked Monaco (2-2) 63-60 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Monaco. The best player for the winners was Omar Sall who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Union Rennes moved-up to tenth place. Monaco at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Union Rennes will face league's leader Blois on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory.

In the last two games of round 5 Blois defeated Chartres in a road game 72-59. Rueil lost to undefeated Cognac at home 66-70.

Chartres - Blois 59-72

There was no surprise when 12th ranked Chartres (1-4) was defeated at home by leader Blois (4-0) 72-59 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Blois. Chartres was better in fourth quarter 18-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Chartres was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. The best player for the winners was center Jonathan Tornato (210-89) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Finnish forward Ville Kaunisto (205-82) chipped in 12 points and 9 rebounds. Four Blois players scored in double figures. Blois' coach Hugues Occansey used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Serbian forward Zeljko Bojovic (200-81) produced 15 points and guard Adrien Boivin (185-91) added 6 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Blois have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Cognac and Souffel. Chartres lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with four games lost. Blois will face Union Rennes (#10) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Chartres will play against Angers BC 49.
Top scorers:
Chartres: Z.Bojovic 15+4reb+2ast, A.Barakaou 13+1ast, N.Arnolin 6+3reb, A.Boivin 6+6reb+5ast, A.Hergott 6+8reb+2ast, M.Vasic 5+2reb
Blois: J.Tornato 19+12reb+1ast, D.Davis 15+3reb+3ast, G.Staelens 13+5reb+3ast, V.Kaunisto 12+9reb+3ast, P.Brochard 4+5reb+6ast, G.Tacita 3+1reb+1ast

Vichy - St Chamond 75-61

The game in Vichy was also quite interesting. 6th ranked Saint Chamond (2-2) played at the court of eighth ranked JA Vichy (3-2). JA Vichy defeated Saint Chamond 75-61 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Saint Chamond. The game without a history. JA Vichy led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. JA Vichy forced 21 Saint Chamond turnovers. It was a great shooting night for JA Vichy especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.6 percentage. Point guard Benjamin Thomas (181-82) stepped up and scored 23 points and 7 assists for the winners and point guard Rida El Amrani (180-86) chipped in 13 points and 5 steals. Latvian swingman Ingus Bankevics (195-85, agency: Players Group) responded with 17 points and American forward Marqus Ledoux (203-80, college: Tulsa) scored 9 points and 9 rebounds. JA Vichy moved-up to sixth place. Loser Saint Chamond dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with Angers BC 49 and Monaco. JA Vichy will meet higher ranked Souffelweyersheim (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Saint Chamond will play against Rueil (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
St Chamond: I.Bankevics 17+2reb, M.Ledoux 9+9reb+1ast, R.Tillon 8+1reb+3ast, N.Wachowiak 8+3reb+1ast, J.Rinna 7+5reb+4ast, J.Landu-Bongo 6+3reb+3ast
Vichy: B.Thomas 23+3reb+7ast, O.Da Silveira 14+2reb+2ast, R.El Amrani 13+4reb+3ast, J.Reynolds 9+6reb+1ast, G.Lessort 5+6reb+1ast, G.Pons 5+1reb+3ast

Rennes - Monaco 63-60

Important game to mention about took place in Rennes. Twelfth ranked Union Rennes (2-3) saved a 3-point victory at home edging higher ranked Monaco (2-2) 63-60 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Monaco. The hosts trailed by 9 points after three quarters before their 20-8 charge, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was forward Omar Sall (195-80) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Center Said Ben Driss (206-85) chipped in 9 points and 8 rebounds. Serbian-Bosnian center Nemanja Calasan (205-85, college: Purdue) produced 15 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized Tunisian power forward Mehdi Labeyrie-Hafsi (203-78) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Union Rennes moved-up to tenth place. Monaco at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Union Rennes will face league's leader Blois on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory.
Top scorers:
Monaco: N.Calasan 15+7reb+1ast, O.Bardet 15+2reb, M.Labeyrie-Hafsi 9+8reb+2ast, J.Jones 9+2reb, T.Bennett 6+3reb+1ast, S.Marco 4+2reb+1ast
Rennes: O.Sall 15+13reb+3ast, J.Dessart 10+3reb+1ast, Y.Garel 9+1reb+4ast, S.Ben Driss 9+8reb+2ast, E.Kabir Pene 7+3reb+3ast, B.M'Poy 4+1reb+1ast

Rueil - Cognac 66-70

No shocking result in a game when leader Cognac (4-0) defeated on the road 10th ranked Rueil (1-3) 70-66 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 11 points after three quarters before their 25-10 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Cognac outrebounded Rueil 34-21 including 20 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American center Ian Caskill (207-81, college: JMU) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Cedric Bertorelle (198-78) chipped in 23 points and 5 rebounds. Alexis Desespringalle (192-91) produced 20 points and 4 assists and center Moise Diame (205-86) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Cognac have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Blois and Souffel. Rueil lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with three games lost. Cognac will face Vendee Challans (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rueil will play against Saint Chamond.
Top scorers:
Rueil: A.Desespringalle 20+3reb+4ast, M.Diame 12+8reb+1ast, K.Gourari 11+3reb+2ast, D.Gentil 8+1ast, S.Ricard 7+5reb+4ast, I.Saounera 6+1reb+3ast
Cognac: C.Bertorelle 23+5reb+1ast, I.Caskill 19+11reb+2ast, D.Sencanski 10+7reb+2ast, S.Doucoure 8+4reb+3ast, R.Hillotte 4+4reb+1ast, M.Buval 2+1reb

Sorgues - Angers BC 49 92-90

Sorgues can celebrate their first win this season after four consecutive loses. The victory is especially important as they edged much higher ranked Angers BC 49 (2-2) 92-90 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 7-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 92-90. 27 personal fouls committed by Angers BC 49 helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American-Italian swingman Ryan Zamroz (192-87, college: Master's, agency: JEMsports) who scored 26 points and 4 assists. point guard Arnaud Thinon (178-87) chipped in 26 points. American forward Anthony Hill (204-88, college: Wisc.-Milwaukee) produced 20 points and 4 assists and swingman Pierre-Etienne Drouault (194-90) added 19 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Angers BC 49 players scored in double figures. Angers BC 49's coach Vincent Lavandier rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sorgues (1-4) left bottom position moving up to thirteenth place, which they share with La Rochelle and Chartres. Angers BC 49 at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with St Chamond and Monaco. Sorgues is looking forward to face Roche (#17) on the road in the next round. Angers BC 49 will play against Chartres (#13) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Angers BC 49: A.Hill 20+3reb+4ast, P.Drouault 19+5reb+2ast, S.Traore 17+5reb+2ast, M.Chupin 15+5reb+2ast, M.Sidibe 7+2reb+1ast, L.Gunnarsson 5+1reb+3ast
Sorgues: R.Zamroz 26+1reb+4ast, A.Thinon 26+1reb+1ast, Q.Hankins-Cole 12+7reb+4ast, X.Pasut 8+2reb+1ast, C.Mansare 7+5reb+1ast, J.Doreau 7+4reb+3ast

La Rochelle - Souffel 58-60

A very interesting game took place in La Rochelle. It ended with only two-point home defeat of 13th ranked La Rochelle (1-4) to leader Souffelweyersheim (4-0) 60-58 on Saturday evening. Guest team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. The guests were ahead by 3 points but lost the second period ending it with a 1-point deficit before their 12-9 run, which allowed them to win the game. Souffelweyersheim forced 23 La Rochelle turnovers. Strangely La Rochelle outrebounded Souffelweyersheim 31-16. 25 personal fouls committed by La Rochelle helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Senegalese power forward Abdoulaye N'Diaye (210-84, college: USC) nailed 9 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and naturalized Chadian forward Jacques Alingue (201-88) accounted for 12 points. British forward Andrew Thomson (205-84, college: Catawba, agency: JEMsports) came up with 15 points and 7 rebounds (perfect behind the arc making all five shots) and American forward Jarryd Cole (204-88, college: Iowa, agency: JEMsports) added 11 points and 9 rebounds respectively for La Rochelle in the defeat. La Rochelle's coach Gregory Thielin tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Souffelweyersheim have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Cognac and Blois. La Rochelle lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth place with four games lost. Souffelweyersheim's next round opponent will be JA Vichy (#6) at home which should be theoretically an easy game. La Rochelle will play against Quimper UJAP (#5).
Top scorers:
La Rochelle: A.Thomson 15+7reb, L.Iglesias 12+3reb, J.Cole 11+9reb+1ast, J.Dalmat 6+2reb+1ast, S.Soliman 4+1reb+1ast, A.M'Boma 3+1reb+4ast
Souffel: J.Alingue 12+1ast, J.Tschamber 11+1reb, J.Cazenobe 10+3reb, F.Broliron 9, A.N'Diaye 9+6reb+1ast, F.Minet 4+2reb+3ast

CFBB - Quimper 62-89

Bottom-ranked CFBB (0-4) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 89-62 loss to sixth ranked Quimper UJAP (3-1) in Paris. The game without a history. Quimper UJAP led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Quimper UJAP outrebounded CFBB 43-28 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. Nigerian forward Corey Raji (198-88, college: Boston Coll., agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Naturalized Congolese forward Jean-Felix Moupegnou (201-82, college: Alabama) contributed with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Quimper UJAP players scored in double figures. Damien Inglis (203-95) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and Paul Rigot (201-95) added 17 points in the effort for CFBB. Quimper UJAP moved-up to fifth place. CFBB at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Quimper UJAP will play against La Rochelle (#14) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. CFBB will play against Orchesien BC (#4) in Orchies and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
CFBB: D.Inglis 19+11reb+6ast, P.Rigot 17+4reb, L.Dussoulier 7+2reb, C.Eliezer-Vanerot 7+4reb, S.Gombauld 6+2reb+1ast, Y.Smock 4+3reb+2ast
Quimper: F.Thibedore 16+7reb+2ast, J.Moupegnou 15+6reb+4ast, A.Mendy 14+3reb+2ast, C.Raji 14+12reb+1ast, R.Gregoire 9+5reb+1ast, W.Molas 8+2reb+1ast

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GEORGIA

Highest League Standing

Superleague Standings

1. Dinamo Tbilisi		1-0
2. MIA Academy		1-0
3. Olimpi		1-0
4. Rustavi		1-0
5. Armia		0-0
6. Kutaisi		0-0
7. Samedicino		0-0
8. Batumi		0-1
9. Sokhumi		0-1
10. STU Tbilisi		0-1
11. TSU Tbilisi		0-1

Regular Season: Round 1

Oct. 20: Olimpi - Sokhumi 97-78
Oct. 20: MIA Academy - Batumi 92-65
Oct. 20: Dinamo Tbilisi - TSU Tbilisi 85-53
Oct. 20: STU Tbilisi - Rustavi 62-94
Oct. 21: Kutaisi - Samedicino

Geogian Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

Nate BOWIE
  Rustavi
  (183-G-86)
  Avg: 21

1. Bowie, Rustavi	21.0
2. Ramishvili, Batumi	18.0
3. Nelson, Rustavi	17.0
4. Antadze, MIA A.	15.0
5. Archibeque, MIA A.	14.0
6. Prewitt, MIA A.	13.0
7. Keshelava, Batumi	13.0
8. Atanelishvil., Rus.	12.0
9. Minashvili, STU T.	11.0
10. Maisuradze, Batumi	11.0

Rebounds Per Game

Kyle NELSON
  Rustavi
  (203-F-89)
  Avg: 14

1. Nelson, Rustavi	14.0
2. Prewitt, MIA A.	10.0
3. Keshelava, Batumi	9.0
4. Lezhava, MIA A.	8.0
5. Archibeque, MIA A.	8.0
6. Janashia, STU T.	7.0
7. Antadze, MIA A.	7.0
8. Toudjani, Rustavi	6.0
9. Atanelishvil., Rus.	6.0
10. Bekauri, MIA A.	6.0

Assists Per Game

Giorgi NANITASHVILI
  Batumi
  (187-G-90)
  Avg: 9

1. Nanitashvili, Batu.	9.0
2. Rogava, MIA A.	9.0
3. Lezhava, MIA A.	4.0
4. Nelson, Rustavi	4.0
5. Bokolishvili, MIA	4.0
6. Bowie, Rustavi	4.0
7. Maisuradze, Batumi	4.0
8. Antadze, MIA A.	4.0
9. Chochua, Rustavi	3.0
10. Chachanidze, Rus.	2.0

Steals Per Game

Nate BOWIE
  Rustavi
  (183-G-86)
  Avg: 4

1. Bowie, Rustavi	4.0
2. Nanitashvili, Batu.	3.0
3. Machaladze, STU T.	3.0
4. Dzidziguri, STU T.	3.0
5. Machavariani, Rust.	2.0
6. Toudjani, Rustavi	2.0
7. Keshelava, Batumi	2.0
8. Tsekvava, Rustavi	2.0
9. Nelson, Rustavi	2.0
10. Chochua, Rustavi	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Kirk ARCHIBEQUE
  MIA A.
  (205-C-84)
  Avg: 2

1. Archibeque, MIA A.	2.0
2. Bekauri, MIA A.	2.0
3. Prewitt, MIA A.	1.0
4. Rogava, MIA A.	1.0
5. Kvelashvili, Batumi	1.0
6. Nelson, Rustavi	1.0
7. Keshelava, Batumi	0.0
8. Gugava, Rustavi	0.0
9. Ninua, Batumi	0.0
10. Emiridze, Batumi	0.0

American Prewitt Chad debuted for MIA Academy - by Eurobasket News

American Chad Prewitt (206-F/C-80, agency: Priority Sports, college: Arizona St.) successfully debuted for MIA Academy.
Chad Prewitt scored 13 points in his opener as MIA beat Batumi 92:65. Earlier he played in Germany.
In 2007-2008 he actually started for Ago Rethimno (Greece-A1, starting five), only pre-season and then moved to EnBW Ludwigsburg (Germany-1.Bundesliga, starting five). In 12 games he had 8.2ppg, 3.8rpg, 2FGP: 52.4%, 3PT: 37.5%, FT: 78.6%. Later Chad Prewitt Chad signed back at Artland Dragons Quakenbrueck (Germany-1.Bundesliga, starting five) and in German League had 9.2ppg, 4.4rpg, 1.1apg, 2FGP: 50.7%, 3PT-1 (50.0%), FT: 75.8%; ULEB Cup: 4 games: 7.0ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.3apg.
In 2008-2009 Chad played for Artland Dragons Quakenbrueck (Germany-1.Bundesliga, starting five) and averaged 7.8ppg, 3.1rpg, FGP: 54.8%, 3PT: 44.9%, FT: 80.8%. In 2010-2011 moved to FC Bayern Muenchen (Germany-ProA) and after 28 games showed 6.6ppg, 2.9rpg, FGP: 64.6%, 3PT: 37.2%, FT: 76.5%. In Nov.'11 signed at LTi Giessen 46ers (Germany-1.Bundesliga, starting five) and showed 6.1ppg, 2.4rpg, FGP: 38.0%, 3PT: 39.8%, FT: 75.9%.

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GERMANY

Standings - 1. Bundesliga

BBL Standings

1. Bayreuth		4-1
2. Ratiopharm		4-1
3. EWE Baskets		3-1
4. TBB Trier		3-1
5. B.Muenchen		3-2
6. ALBA		2-1
7. Brose Baskets		2-1
8. Telekom Baskets		2-1
9. Art.Dragons		2-2
10. s.Oliver Baskets		2-2
11. Phoenix Hagen		2-3
12. Neckar L'burg		2-3
13. NY Phantoms		2-3
14. MBC		1-3
15. Bremerhaven		1-3
16. Walter Tigers		1-3
17. Fraport SKY		1-3
18. LTi 46ers		1-4

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 20: Walter Tigers - LTi 46ers 88-80
Oct. 20: B.Muenchen - Neckar L'burg 81-69
Oct. 20: ALBA - Ratiopharm 80-88
Oct. 20: Phoenix Hagen - TBB Trier 78-83
Oct. 20: NY Phantoms - Bayreuth 100-69
Oct. 21: Bremerhaven - Fraport SKY
Oct. 21: Telekom Baskets - Art.Dragons
Oct. 21: s.Oliver Baskets - EWE Baskets
Oct. 21: Brose Baskets - MBC

Round 3

Oct. 17: Neckar L'burg - EWE Baskets 64-79
Oct. 21: Walter Tigers - ALBA

Stats Leaders - 1.Bundesliga

Points Per Game

Bostjan NACHBAR
  Brose B.
  (207-F-80)
  Avg: 21

1. Nachbar, Brose B.	21.0
2. Brooks, LTi 46ers	19.6
3. Bryant, Ratiopharm	18.2
4. Bell, Phoenix Hagen	16.8
5. Stewart, TBB Trier	16.3
6. Taylor, Art.Dragons	15.8
7. Taylor, Neckar L.	15.6
8. Gordon, Phoenix	15.4
9. Mitchell, NY Phant.	15.4
10. Chubb, EWE Baske.	15.3

Rebounds Per Game

John BRYANT
  Ratiopharm
  (208-C-87)
  Avg: 11.6

1. Bryant, Ratiopharm	11.6
2. Nash, Walter T.	8.0
3. Burtschi, Bremerha.	8.0
4. Ewing Jr., Teleko.	7.7
5. McGhee, Bayreuth	7.6
6. Boone, s.Oliver.	7.3
7. Gordon, Phoenix	7.2
8. Troutman, B.Mue.	7.2
9. Homan, B.Muenchen	7.2
10. Ford, Brose Bask.	7.0

Assists Per Game

Jared JORDAN
  Telekom .
  (188-PG-84)
  Avg: 8.7

1. Jordan, Telekom	8.7
2. Harris, LTi 46ers	4.8
3. Joyce, EWE Baskets	4.8
4. Schaffartzik, ALBA	4.7
5. White, Phoenix	4.4
6. Bailey, Bayreuth	4.0
7. Redding, Walter T.	4.0
8. Jones, Fraport SKY	4.0
9. Rice, B.Muenchen	4.0
10. Hamann, B.Muench.	3.8

Steals Per Game

Jacob BURTSCHI
  Bremerha.
  (198-F-84)
  Avg: 2.8

1. Burtschi, Bremerha.	2.8
2. Djedovic, ALBA	2.3
3. Anderson, s.Oliv.	1.8
4. Bernard, Neckar L.	1.8
5. Halperin, B.Mue.	1.8
6. Jones, Fraport SKY	1.8
7. Duggins, Walter T.	1.7
8. Wood, ALBA	1.7
9. King, s.Oliver.	1.5
10. Valters, Art.Drag.	1.5

Blocks Per Game

John BRYANT
  Ratiopharm
  (208-C-87)
  Avg: 2.8

1. Bryant, Ratiopharm	2.8
2. Gregory, Phoenix	2.6
3. Pantelic, MBC	2.3
4. Zirbes, Brose B.	2.0
5. Homan, B.Muenchen	1.6
6. Chikoko, TBB Trier	1.3
7. Ford, Brose Baske.	1.3
8. Turek, Neckar L.	1.2
9. Fields, LTi 46ers	1.2
10. Schneiders, NY Ph.	1.0

Standings - ProA

ProA Standings

1. Duesseldorf		4-1
2. Karlsruhe		4-1
3. Ehingen		3-1
4. Cuxhaven		3-2
5. NBC		3-2
6. Goettingen		3-2
7. Finke Baskets		3-2
8. Kirchheim		3-2
9. Chemnitz		3-2
10. Heidelberg		2-1
11. Crailsheim		2-3
12. Vechta		1-3
13. ETB Wohnbau		1-4
14. Gotha		1-4
15. Jena		1-4
16. Leipzig		1-4

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 20: Finke Baskets - Jena 98-92
Oct. 20: Cuxhaven - Kirchheim 98-66
Oct. 20: Karlsruhe - Crailsheim 89-71
Oct. 20: NBC - Vechta 83-87
Oct. 20: Chemnitz - ETB Wohnbau 75-51
Oct. 20: Gotha - Duesseldorf 70-72
Oct. 20: Goettingen - Leipzig 68-79
Oct. 21: Heidelberg - Ehingen

Stats Leaders - 2.Bundesliga

Points Per Game

Tyrone BRAZELTON
  NBC
  (185-G-86)
  Avg: 23.6

1. Brazelton, NBC	23.6
2. Thomas, Cuxhaven	21.4
3. Stutz, ETB Wohnbau	20.8
4. Jost, Finke Baske.	18.4
5. Richardson, Karls.	18.3
6. Adams, Finke B.	18.0
7. Alexander, Kirchhe.	17.4
8. Barker, Jena	17.4
9. Simon, Leipzig	16.6
10. Anderson, Ehingen	16.5

Rebounds Per Game

Chris GADLEY
  Leipzig
  (207-C-87)
  Avg: 11.6

1. Gadley, Leipzig	11.6
2. Thompson, NBC	11.4
3. Dennis, Finke B.	9.2
4. Stutz, ETB Wohnbau	9.0
5. Black, Karlsruhe	8.8
6. Richardson, Karls.	8.8
7. Unterluggaue., Ehi.	8.0
8. Moore, Crailsheim	7.3
9. Baker, Gotha	7.2
10. Jost, Finke Bask.	7.0

Assists Per Game

Guy AUD
  Finke Baskets
  (188-G-89)
  Avg: 8.8

1. Aud, Finke Baskets	8.8
2. Coleman, Crailsheim	6.0
3. Smith, Gotha	6.0
4. Williams, Vechta	5.8
5. Phillips, Goetting.	5.4
6. Bynum, Chemnitz	5.4
7. Matthews, Ehingen	5.3
8. Brazelton, NBC	5.2
9. Pratt, Cuxhaven	5.0
10. Barker, Jena	5.0

Steals Per Game

John BYNUM
  Chemnitz
  (191-G-78)
  Avg: 3.4

1. Bynum, Chemnitz	3.4
2. Matthews, Ehingen	3.0
3. Brooks, Kirchheim	2.8
4. Williams, Vechta	2.3
5. Pratt, Cuxhaven	2.2
6. Aud, Finke Baskets	2.2
7. Sargent, Heidelberg	2.0
8. Stuckemann, Vechta	1.8
9. Johnson, Duesseld.	1.8
10. Moore, Crailsheim	1.8

Blocks Per Game

Ryan DE MICHAEL
  NBC
  (205-F/C-77)
  Avg: 1.8

1. De Michael, NBC	1.8
2. Thompson, NBC	1.8
3. Smallwood, Kirchhe.	1.6
4. Gadley, Leipzig	1.4
5. Lathan, Gotha	1.2
6. Menck, Karlsruhe	1.0
7. Calvin, Ehingen	0.8
8. Abercrombie, NBC	0.8
9. Adams, Finke B.	0.8
10. Madrich, Vechta	0.7

Standings - Pro B

ProB Standings

Group North
1. Rist Wedel		4-0
2. Schwelm		4-0
3. BSW Sixers		3-1
4. Herten Lions		2-1
5. SU Medien		2-1
6. Hannover		2-2
7. Recklinghausen		2-2
8. MTV Wolfenbuettel		1-3
9. Dorsten		1-3
10. Oldenburg		1-3
11. Wulfen		1-3
12. Stahnsdorf		0-4
Group South
1. Dragons		3-0
2. Weissenhorn		3-0
3. Hanau		3-1
4. Fraport SKY II		3-1
5. Langen		2-2
6. Leitershofen		2-2
7. Licher Baeren		2-2
8. Konstanz		1-2
9. Dresden		1-2
10. Noerdlingen		1-3
11. Bayer Giants		0-3
12. TSV Troester		0-3

Regular Season: Round 4

North

Oct. 20: Hannover - Stahnsdorf 89-76
Oct. 20: Rist Wedel - Dorsten 77-67
Oct. 20: Oldenburg - BSW Sixers 71-78
Oct. 20: Recklinghausen - MTV Wolfenbuettel 68-61
Oct. 20: Schwelm - Wulfen 100-76
Oct. 21: SU Medien - Schwelm

South

Oct. 20: Licher Baeren - Fraport SKY II 76-77
Oct. 20: Hanau - Leitershofen 71-74
Oct. 20: Noerdlingen - Langen 101-82
Oct. 21: Dresden - TSV Troester
Oct. 21: Weissenhorn - Dragons

Dane Watts (ratiopharm Ulm) It Will Take A Big Effort From Everyone From The Bench To Beat Alba Berlin - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Dane Watts (203-F-86, agency: Pro One Sports) is a 26 year old 203cm forward from Warrensburg, Missouri. He will be playing his second season for ratiopharm Ulm. Last season for ratiopharm Ulm, he played 38 games averaging 9.6ppg, 6.7rpg, 1.4apg, FGP: 52.9%, 3PT: 24.6%, FT: 58.1%He played at Creighton (NCAA) from 2004-2008 with NBA player Anthony Tolliver. In his senior year, he played 33 games: 11.3ppg, 6.4rpg, 1.0apg, FGP: 53.4%, 3Pts: 42.5%, FT: 71.8%. In 2008, he came to Germany and started his professional basketball career with EnBW Ludwigsburg (Germany-1.Bundesliga, starting five): 32 games: 8.9ppg, 3.8rpg, FGP-1 (68.4%), 3PT: 30.8%, FT: 68.7%. In 2009-2010, he came to The Walter Tigers Tuebingen playing 34 games: 10.2ppg, 5.4rpg, 1.5apg, FGP: 57.1%, 3PT: 37.6%, FT: 71.0%. In 2010-2011 for Tuebingen, he played 33 games: 13.7ppg, Reb-4 (7.6rpg), 1.1apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 57.9%, 3PT: 36.7%, FT: 54.5%; in May'11 moved to Hyeres-Toulon Var Basket (France-ProA): 3 games: 7.0ppg, 6.3rpg, 1.7apg, 1.0spg. At Creighton, he won awards such as MVC Tournament Winner -05, 07, MVC All-Freshman Team -05, MVC Regular Season Runner-Up -07, and MVC Tournament Semifinals -08. He spoke to eurobasket before the game against Alba Berlin October 20th.

ratiopharm Ulm is off to a solid 3-1 record. How happy have you been about the start of the team?

We were disappointed with the home loss but we are working hard every day and still establishing our team identity.

ratiopharm Ulm have let up an uncharachteristic average of 88 points in the first four games. On what areas on defense does the club have to wok most on?

Defensive rebounding has been sub par for us the first games, we have been getting stops but then giving up offensive rebounds. If we collect the rebound then we will give up less points.

German Daniel Thies is the fourth top scorer on the team averaging 9,0ppg and 7,5rpg. What impresses you most about the game of the young German in the early going?

He has a good mix of length and athleticism that gives us an x factor blocking shots and getting rebounds.

German Philipp Schwethelm had a tough season with Bayern Munich and now is loaned to ratiopharm Ulm. What has been his biggest asset to the team in the first four games?

He hit 2 big free throws to seal the first game in Braunschweig so we know that he wasn't sent here to sabotage our season haha. He has brought a lot of energy on the defensive end and of course is a threat from 3.

The next game is against 8 time beko BBL champion Alba Berlin. For me they are one of the top candidates to win it all. What is your impression of the team and where lies their strength this season?

They have done very well in the Euroleague so far. They seem to play very hard and unselfishly, that seems to be a winning combination for most talented teams.

With Brian Randle, Deon Thompson and Zach Morley there are three guys that could be playing against you at your position at any time. How much are you looking forward to squaring off against them and who is the biggest challenge?

I am looking forward to the challenge of our team to go on the road and compete for a win against a team that is a "candidate to win it all." They are very deep a multiple positions so it will take a big effort from everyone on the bench.

What will be key in getting the win in the O2 World in Berlin?

Not turning the ball over and winning the battle on the glass will be big keys for us on the road.

What is your take on the 2012 Presidential election?

I think that it is an important election and people need to make informed choices in voting. Whoever wins is going to have a lot of promises to live up to and a lot of pressure on them.

What was the last DVD movie that you saw?

We have had a lot of long road trips lately so I have been going through The Office Season 5, never gets old.

Thanks Dane for the chat.

Jacob Burtschi (Eisbaeren Bremerhaven) We Need To Keep teams To About 65-70 Points - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Jacob Burtschi (198-F-84, college: Air Force) is a 28 year old 198cm forward from Chickasha, Oklahoma who is playing his first season with the Bremerhaven Eisbaeren. He played as a rookie for Phoenix Hagen in 2010-2011 averaging 14.2ppg, 6.9rpg, 2.5apg, Steals-3 (1.5spg), FGP: 56.0%, 3PT: 44.2%, FT: 82.2%. He played at the Air Force from 2003-2007. In his senior year, he played 35 games averaging 13.5ppg, 6.0rpg, 2.3apg, 1.6spg, FGP: 49.7%, 3Pts: 39.0%, FT: 77.3%. He had offers to play in the NBA, but served in the Air Force the last three years and could only play club ball. Some achievements that he got in the NCAA were All-MWC Honorable Mention -05, MWC Regular Season Runner-Up -06, All-MWC 2nd Team -06, 07, NABC All-NCAA District 13 2nd Team -07, and NIT Final Four -07. Last season he played for CAI Zaragoza (Spain-ACB, starting five): 9 games: 2.6ppg, 2.4rpg; left in Nov.'11, in Dec.'11 moved to Fraport Skyliners Frankfurt (Germany-BBL): German League: 22 games: 8.2ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.4apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 36.3%, FT: 87.5%; EuroCup: 2 games: 5.5ppg, 3.0rpg, 2.0apg, 1.0spg. He spoke to Eurobasket before the game against the Fraport Skyliners October 21st

A huge 114-80 win in Giessen to finally get the monkey off the back of the Eisbaeren Bremerhaven with their first win? Did head coach Doug Spradley do anything different in preparation of the Giessen game that helped notch this win?

We finally played as a team. That is what was the biggest difference

The Eisbaeren Bremerhaven shot 71% from the field and 58% from outside. Do you remember the last time you shot so well?

My first year in Hagen at home vs Oldenburg, we couldnt miss,

How much credit does Stanley Burrell have for this win? Did the win in Giessen bring him a big step forward to finding his rhythm in the Beko BBL?

Stan is a great PG. He gets better and better each game

The Eisbaeren Bremerhaven have given up an average of 82 points in the first four games. On what specific areas is the defense still suspect?

We must work on everything. We need to keep teams to about 65-70 points.

You started at the position four in Giessen. Some basketball minds see you at the position three. In Frankfurt you played the position four. What do you tell people who rather see you at the position three?

I feel like I can be moved around to help the team in any aspect. I am an undersized 4 but I work hard to hold my own.

The next game is against the Fraport Skyliners. How is this game different than when you played against Phoenix Hagen with Frankfurt?

We beat Hagen pretty badly. I hope we win vs Frankfurt

What is going to be the first thing that you will tell Tez in warmups to intimidate him before the game?

No limit studios

You spent some time in Berlin after the big Giessen win. Did you have any advice for Steven Wriedt after the Hagen loss?

Put it behind you. Focus on the next game

What was the last DVD movie that you saw?

Ted

Thanks Jacob for the chat

The White Wings Hanau Give Anish Sharda Contract Extesion Until 2014 - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

PRO B team Hanau White Wings have announced that captain Anish Sharda (188-PG-82, college: St.Mary's, KS) will wear their jersey until 2014. Sharda is a 30 year old 188cm scoring point guard that has the American-Indian citzenship and is playing his third season for the team. Last season, he averaged 16.3ppg, 3.0rpg, 5.4apg, 1.6spg, FGP: 47.2%, 3PT: 35.4%, FT: 83.0%. He also was key for the team moving from the Regionaliga to the PRO B in 2011. "I am so thankful to be in a great situation in Hanau. The people that support us are the best people that I have ever seen. They support me very well. It is my goal to help Hanau basketball grow. I want to give my part making something happen here. I play in hanau for two reasons, because I love the game and because I want to win. Hanau gives me the best chances to do this", stressed Anish Sharda. In his first three games, Sharda is averaging 13,3ppg, 3,3rpg and 7,0apg.

Source: Hanau White Wings

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GREECE

Standings - A1

A1 Standings

1. Ikaros		1-0
2. Ilysiakos		1-0
3. Kolossos		1-0
4. Olympiacos		1-0
5. Panathinaikos		1-0
6. Panionios		1-0
7. Peristeri GS		1-0
8. KAOD		1-1
9. Panelefsiniakos		1-1
10. AGOR		0-1
11. Aris		0-1
12. PAOK		0-1
13. Apollon Patras		0-2
14. Kavala		0-2

Regular Season: Round 2

Oct. 20: Apollon Patras - KAOD 89-92 2OT
Oct. 20: Panelefsiniakos - Kavala 87-74
Oct. 21: Ilysiakos - Kolossos
Oct. 21: Panionios - Peristeri GS
Oct. 21: PAOK - Ikaros
Oct. 21: AGOR - Aris
Oct. 22: Panathinaikos - Olympiacos

Stats Leaders - A1

Points Per Game

Vladimir PETROVIC-STERGIOU
  Apollo.
  (199-F/G-77)
  Avg: 22

1. Petrovic-S., Apoll.	22.0
2. Grant, Apollon	18.5
3. Liakopoulos, Panel.	15.0
4. Zaras, KAOD	14.5
5. Palmer, KAOD	13.0
6. Kakaroudis, KAOD	12.5
7. McCollum, Apollo.	12.5
8. Raivio, Panelefs.	11.5
9. Papanikolopo., Pan.	10.5
10. Krstevski, Kavala	10.5

Rebounds Per Game

Kevin PALMER
  KAOD
  (198-G/F-87)
  Avg: 11.5

1. Palmer, KAOD	11.5
2. Nunnally, Kavala	6.5
3. Krstevski, Kavala	6.0
4. Kakaroudis, KAOD	6.0
5. Lianos, Apollon	5.5
6. Tsiakos, Panele.	5.5
7. Grant, Apollon	5.5
8. Petrovic-S., Apoll.	5.5
9. McCollum, Apollo.	5.5
10. Coleman, Kavala	5.0

Assists Per Game

Nikos LIAKOPOULOS
  Panele.
  (189-PG-83)
  Avg: 5

1. Liakopoulos, Panel.	5.0
2. McCollum, Apollo.	3.5
3. Kakaroudis, KAOD	3.5
4. Nikou, Panelefs.	3.0
5. Kalaitzidis, KAOD	3.0
6. Stefanidis, Kavala	3.0
7. Grant, Apollon	2.5
8. Lianos, Apollon	2.5
9. Petrovic-S., Apoll.	2.5
10. Fears, Kavala	2.5

Steals Per Game

Keaton GRANT
  Apollon .
  (193-SG-86)
  Avg: 2.5

1. Grant, Apollon	2.5
2. Palmer, KAOD	2.5
3. McCollum, Apollo.	2.0
4. Liakopoulos, Panel.	2.0
5. Petrovic-S., Apoll.	1.0
6. Nikou, Panelefs.	1.0
7. Dale, KAOD	1.0
8. Lianos, Apollon	1.0
9. Fears, Kavala	1.0
10. Magounis, Panele.	1.0

Blocks Per Game

Nikolaos PAPANIKOLAOU
  Panele.
  (209-F-85)
  Avg: 1

1. Papanikolaou, Pane.	1.0
2. Michel, KAOD	1.0
3. Coleman, Kavala	1.0
4. Kakaroudis, KAOD	0.5
5. Lianos, Apollon	0.5
6. Deligiannis, Panel.	0.5
7. Palmer, KAOD	0.5
8. Hughes, Panelefs.	0.5
9. Walker, Apollon	0.5
10. Kalaitzidis, KAOD	0.5

Standings - A2

A2 Standings

1. Ermis Lagkada		2-0
2. Filathlitikos		2-0
3. Lavrio		2-0
4. Nea Kifisia		2-0
5. Pagrati		1-1
6. Arkadikos		1-1
7. Agia Paraskevis		1-1
8. Doxa Lefkadas		1-1
9. Koroivos		1-1
10. Irakleio		1-1
11. Ikaroi Serron		0-2
12. Niki Volou		0-2
13. OFI		0-2
14. Trikalla		0-2

Regular Season: Round 2

Oct. 20: Lavrio - Pagrati 86-69
Oct. 20: Arkadikos - Koroivos 79-72
Oct. 20: Agia Paraskevis - Ikaroi Serron 77-71
Oct. 20: Filathlitikos - Trikalla 77-60
Oct. 20: Irakleio - Doxa Lefkadas 71-64
Oct. 20: OFI - Nea Kifisia 62-79
Oct. 20: Niki Volou - Ermis Lagkada 58-63

Stats Leaders - A2

Points Per Game

Vaggelis KARABOULAS
  Nea K.
  (198-F-81)
  Avg: 26.5

1. Karaboulas, Nea K.	26.5
2. Gizogiannis, Arkad.	24.0
3. Cosic, Koroivos	23.5
4. Jovanovic, Irakleio	22.5
5. Gikas, Filathlitik.	21.0
6. Giannakopoul., Lav.	20.5
7. Anagnostopou., Erm.	20.0
8. Kaklamanos, Trikal.	20.0
9. Manousos, Doxa L.	18.5
10. Pehlivanis, Ikaro.	18.0

Rebounds Per Game

Giorgos ANAGNOSTOPOULOS
  Ermis L.
  (207-C-80)
  Avg: 11.5

1. Anagnostopou., Erm.	11.5
2. Manousos, Doxa L.	11.0
3. Cubrilo, Arkadikos	11.0
4. Pavlovic, Pagrati	8.5
5. Georgiadis, Filath.	8.5
6. Pelkic, Irakleio	8.5
7. Jovanovic, Irakleio	8.0
8. Giannoulakos, Fila.	8.0
9. Pagonis, Lavrio	8.0
10. Vagenas, Doxa L.	7.5

Assists Per Game

Filippos MOSCHOVITIS
  Nea K.
  (190-G-78)
  Avg: 8.5

1. Moschovitis, Nea K.	8.5
2. Samothrakis, Filat.	5.0
3. Karydas, Koroivos	4.5
4. Gikas, Filathlitik.	4.5
5. Vranjes, Pagrati	4.0
6. Papadakis, OFI	4.0
7. Cosic, Koroivos	4.0
8. Petrakis, OFI	3.5
9. Totsios, Ikaroi S.	3.5
10. Katsares, Trikalla	3.5

Steals Per Game

Theodoros ONASOGLOU
  Ermis L.
  (190-G-87)
  Avg: 3

1. Onasoglou, Ermis L.	3.0
2. Ioakeimidis, Ermis	3.0
3. Manavopoulos, Agia	3.0
4. Karydas, Koroivos	3.0
5. Katsares, Trikalla	2.5
6. Giannakopoul., Lav.	2.5
7. Tsiakas, Agia P.	2.5
8. Theodorakos, Niki	2.0
9. Gikas, Filathlitik.	2.0
10. Mavrogiannis, Nik.	1.5

Blocks Per Game

Marko PAVLOVIC
  Pagrati
  (185-G-86)
  Avg: 1.5

1. Pavlovic, Pagrati	1.5
2. Panou, Arkadikos	1.0
3. Papachristos, Trik.	1.0
4. Antetokoubo, Filat.	1.0
5. Psathas, Nea Kifis.	1.0
6. Charismidis, Trika.	1.0
7. Sioutis, Nea Kifis.	1.0
8. Anagnostopou., Erm.	1.0
9. Doychinov, OFI	1.0
10. Bouris, Arkadikos	1.0

Greek A2 round 2 best performance: Vaggelis Karaboulas - by Eurobasket News

Forward Vaggelis Karaboulas (198-F-81, agency: FCM) put on an amazing game in the last round for Nea Kifisia, receiving a Eurobasket.com A2 Player of the Week award for round 2.
The 31-year old player was the main contributor (32 points, three rebounds and three assists) to his team's victory, helping them to crush, the league's bottom-ranked team OFI (#13, 0-2) with 17-point margin 79-62. Nea Kifisia is placed at 4th position in Greek A2. But it's just the very beginning of the season and Nea Kifisia won both games without losing any. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. Karaboulas turned to be Nea Kifisia's top player in his first season with the team. Vaggelis Karaboulas has solid league stats. He is league's best scorer averaging so far 26.5ppg. Karaboulas is in league's top in and averages impressive 87.0% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was -year old FYR Macedonian Djordje Jovanovic of Irakleio. Jovanovic had a very good evening with a double-double of 28 points and 10 rebounds. Of course Irakleio cruised to a 71-64 relatively comfortable win over Doxa Lefkadas (1-1). The season is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Jovanovic is a newcomer at Irakleio, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.5ppg (#4). He also registered 8.0 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Savvas Manousos (208-F/C-85) of Doxa Lefkadas (#8). Manousos scored 18 points and grabbed ten rebounds. Despite Manousos' great performance Doxa Lefkadas lost 64-71 to Irakleio (1-1). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. The last thing Doxa Lefkadas needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 1 victories and 1 lost games. Manousos has a great season in Greece. After only 2 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.5ppg (9th best) and rebounds with 11.0rpg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Sokrates Gizogiannis (202-F/C-82) of Arkadikos - 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Bojan Pelkic (206-F-83) of Irakleio - 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
6. Babis Samothrakis (189-G-83) of Filathlitikos - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Giorgos Anagnostopoulos (207-C-80) of Ermis Lagkada - 20 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Thanasis Adetokoubo (200-F-93) of Filathlitikos - 14 points and 10 rebounds
9. Apostolos Koutroulias (206-C-76) of Pagrati - 17 points and 7 rebounds
10. Kostas Paschalis (208-C-75) of Lavrio - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is choosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3*(REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4*(2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3*(2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3*(3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

A2: Second Week's Results and scorers - by Chris Mammides

2nd Week AEN Kifisias is unstoppable
The games for the 2nd week of the second best league in the country just ended with some teams already showing their strengths while some others are still on the preparation period. One of the strongest teams in the league this season is undoubtedly the team of Kifisia as Head Coach Ilias Papatheodorou have developed a great mixture of players consist of experienced and talented players. This week the North Athenian team traveled to Iraklion to play against the still developed team of OFI. The result was even better than expected since the easy road win of the Athenians came as a surplice since everyone in the team of Kifisia was expecting the game to be somehow a bit of a derby. The final score was 62-79 having in mind that in the 4th period the players of Kifisia slow down, could have been much different if AEN was continuing in the same motto as the first three periods. The other games had quite normal results with the other Cretan team Irakleio beating the team of Doxa Lefkadas with 71-64, the easy win with a great comeback on the 4th period by Serelliss Lavrio over one of the strongest teams in the league, Pagrati with 86-69. The crucial road wins of Ermis Lagkada over Niki Volou with 58-63, the difficult victory of Agia Paraskevi over Ikaroi Serron with 77-71, the second win in the row for the newcomer amazing babies of Coach Zivas, Filathlitikos over Trikala with 77-60, in the first win over the specific opponent after 5 consecutive loses in the previous years and in the lower divisions. And the difficult victory of Arkadikos over Koroivos Amaliadas with 79-72

The games in more analysis were as follows:
OFI - AEN Kifisias 62-79
Quarters: 14-26, 21-44, 46-62, 62-79
An amazing duet consisted by Vaggelis Karaboulas (198-F-81, agency: FCM) (who was nearly perfect with his 15/17 two pointers) and Moshovitis (had 10 assists) was enough for Coach Ilias Papatheodorou and his team AEN Kiffisias to actually thrash the team of OFI and add one crucial road win in its resume. Vangelis Vaggelis Karaboulas with this performance is showing another one time and in another one game that is an A1 material and that he will probably play next season in the top league with his current team
Top scorers:
OFI: Kitsoulis 16, Kostas Balafas (200-F-80) 18
AEN Kifisias: Vaggelis Karaboulas 32, Moshovitis 13, Psathas 11

Irakleio - Doxa Lefkadas 71-64
Quarters: 18-12, 29-23, 49-38, 71-64
A derby took place in Irakleio with the home team of Coach Rallis finally reaching the victory and having the two Bosman players in a great night as they scored the 50 points of 71 of their team. Coach Vournas and his players tried their best but Gjorgje Jovanovic (209-C-80, agency: Global Sports Plaza) was in the zone and couldnt be stopped at any given point of the match.
Top scorers:
Irakleio: Gjorgje Jovanovic 28 and 10 rebounds, Pelkic 21 and 5 assists, Sakellarakis 13
Doxa: Savvas Manousos (208-F/C-85) 18 and 10 rebounds, Matic 11

Agia Paraskevi - Ikaroi Serron 77-71
Quarters: 26-20, 41-39, 57-48, 77-71.
A strong derby took place in Agia Paraskevi where KAP finally celebrated its first victory this season over an opponent of the same caliber which remains winless after these two first weeks of the A2 league. Coaches Hatzipanigiris and Didahos the new coaching team of KAP saw for another game the injured Cyprus International point guard Koronides not being able to help them and they had some serious problems at the last parts of the game when the visitors of Coach Kamarakis cut the deficit to three points.
Top scorers:
KAP: Karteris 10, Tsiakas 14 and 5 assists, Matos 17, Psileas 16
Ikaroi Serron: Kostas Pehlivanis (192-F-79) 19, Totsios 11, Kapiniaris 12, Symeonidis 17

Filathlitikos Trikala BC 77-60
Quarters: 13-17, 32-31, 49-46, 77-60
A great derby took place in Ambelokipoi where the two newcomers in the division came across each-other after some months in the B Division and things where much different for the home team, Coach Zivas who lost all his games against Trikala last season triumph over last years champions (B Division) when in the last period Samothrakis and Nikos Gikas (186-PG-91, agency: FCM) took over their team and gave the necessary points not only to win the game but to gain a crucial difference of 17 points at the end. Lepeniotis was once more injured and his team was facing some problems in the specific position.
Top scorers
Filathlitikos: Thanassis Adetokoubo 14 points and 8 rebounds, Nikos Gikas 19 and 5 assists, Samothrakis 14 and 6 assists, Saloustros 12
Trikala BC: Tsoutsos 12, Kaklamanos 20, Harismidis 10

Niki Volou Ermis Lagkada 58-63
Quarters: 18-26, 28-36, 43-49, 58-63
A crucial road win over Niki Volou was succed by the talented youngsters of Coach Perkos and did the 2 of 2 in the first two weeks of the League. Giorgos Anagnostopoulos (207-C-80) was for one more week the man of the match and his new double double with 20 points and 13 rebounds helped a lot his team to succeed the victory over the winless team of Coach Zafeiroudis. Niki Volou tried to do the comeback at the second quarter but Giannis Maltesios (206-C-85) was all alone
Top scorers:
Niki Volou: Theodorakos 10, Giannis Maltesios 17 while Politis and Karagiolidis had 1 /14 three pointers!!!
Ermis: Onasoglou 10, Plioukas 13, Giorgos Anagnostopoulos 20 and 13 rebounds, Georgitsis 12

Arkadikos - Koroivos Amaliadas 79-72
Quarters: 23-18, 36-30, 56-47, 79-72
The derby between Coach Kastritis and Coach Nipergialis teams found at the end the first one to succeed the victory while the second one saw his Bosman players to remain in shallow waters and especially Cosic who remain pointless in this crucial derby. Sokrates Gizogiannis (202-F/C-82) was once more the top scorer of the Arcadians as he ended the game with 21 points.
Top scorers:
Arkadikos: Tsiotras 17, Cubrilo 11, Sokrates Gizogiannis 21
Koroivos: Petros Noeas (204-F-87) 16, Karydas 10

Lavrio - Pagrati 86-69
Quarters: 25-26, 46-45, 64-60, 86-69
An amazing three periods between two very strong teams took place in Lavrio and the first fight between Pashalis and Vassilopoulos took place finding the veteran center winner at the end. Coach Serellis team proved that is more of a team in the court since in the last period of the game where the ball was too heavy the players of Lavrio found the passion and the power not only to win the game but to gain a crucial difference in their in-between probable fight for a position at the top levels of the table.
Top scorers:
Lavrio: Dionysios Giannakopoulos (195-G/F-82) 24, Pagonis 12, Liberopoulos 14, Psomaderis 12, Pashalis 14
Pagrati: Koutroulias 17, Nemanja Vranjes (188-G-88) 19

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HOLLAND

Standings - Eredivisie

Eredivisie Standings

1. Den Bosch		3-0
2. Groningen		3-0
3. Leiden		3-0
4. Den Helder K.		2-1
5. M.Magixx		2-1
6. Leeuwarden		1-2
7. Rotterdam		1-3
8. Zwolle		0-2
9. Amsterdam		0-3
10. Weert		0-3

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: Den Helder K. - M.Magixx 95-71
Oct. 20: Leiden - Amsterdam 84-64
Oct. 18: Den Bosch - Leeuwarden 79-75 OT
Oct. 20: Groningen - Rotterdam 73-68
Oct. 21: Zwolle - Weert
Oct. 23: Leeuwarden - Den Helder K.

Standings - Promotie Divisie

Prom.Divisie Standings

1. De Groene		4-0
2. Orcas Urk		4-0
3. Leiden 2		2-2
4. BC Apollo 2		2-2
5. Binnenland		2-2
6. Cangeroes		2-2
7. Almonte		2-2
8. Punch		2-2
9. Red Giants		2-2
10. De Hoppers		2-2
11. Almere P.		1-3
12. MSV/Zeemacht		1-3
13. Rotterdam 2		1-3
14. UBALL		1-3

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 26: BC Apollo 2 - Cangeroes
Oct. 27: Almere P. - Binnenland
Oct. 27: Cangeroes - Red Giants
Oct. 27: Orca''s Urk - Punch
Oct. 27: De Hoppers - MSV/Zeemacht
Oct. 27: UBALL - Rotterdam 2
Oct. 28: BC Apollo 2 - Almonte
Oct. 28: Leiden 2 - De Groene

PromotieDivisie Scores week 4: Orca's and Groene Uilen undefeated - by Terry Cooper

Although the season is still young, Orca's and Groene Uilen are setting the pace early in the league as both team remain undefeated after four rounds. So far it seems to be a level playing field as most the other teams have at least one victory to date. Teams that were dominate last season have fallen to the middle of the group early to eventually bounce back as the season progresses. Groene Uilen won over Almonte 67-51 while Orca's won easily on the road over Rotterdam2 90-75. Wim van der Kamp (201-F-79) and the Red Giants defeated Almere 94-67 while Binnenland cruised to a 87-71 win over UBALL. Cangaroes edged MSV/Zeemacht 73-67 while Punch won 79-69 over BC APOLLO2. Finally Z&Z2 could do no wrong at home Saturday afternoon as they won easily over De Hoppers 95-48 to give the Leiden crowd a taste of what to expect from them and the top team for later against Landstede Zwolle. As I stated before, the season is early but there is not much room for error for what is not resolved now can effect the outcome of where you will be later in the season and going into the playoffs. Stay tuned...

Round 4 Scores:

Binnenland 87-71 UBALL
Red Giants 94-67 Almere Pioneers
MSV/Zeemacht 67-73 Cangeroes
De Groene Uilen 67-51 Almonte
Punch 79-69 BC APOLLO2
Z&Z2 95-48 De Hoppers
Rotterdam2 75-90 Orca's

Dutch Prospects Abroad, Kevin Bleeker - Canisius College - by Fred Roggen

With Canisius College sophomore Kevin Bleeker (208-C-93), we continuing our interview-serie "Dutch Prospect Abroad". At the age of 18, Kevin moved to Buffalo, New York to play and study at the Canisius College. In his freshman year, he played 15 minutes per game and averaged 2.7 points and 2.8 rebounds per game for the Golden Griffins.
We talked to the 610, 225-pound Dutch native about his stay at Canisius College, about taking the next step in his college career and his expectations about the upcoming season.

Tell me about your early basketball experiences. What prodded you into playing basketball?
I started playing basketball at a young age. My parents were playing in leagues and I would go to the gym with them and shoot around and play at halftime. I started playing on a team when I was 10 years old. I changed club teams when I was 14 and then I started playing and working on my game everyday. I started playing for ALKMAAR Guardians and then moved to BV Noordkop.

What was the first thing you did when you arrived in America?
I came here with my family and we spent some time at Crystal Beach (located in Fort Erie, Ontario Canada, right across the bridge from Buffalo) and we had a family vacation. Then my parents dropped me off at school before they went home. I had been to the U.S. four times before coming to school here, so I knew what it was like.

Was there let's say, a culture shock?
I wouldn't say culture shock, because I have been here before, but being away from my family and friends in Holland made it much different. I was now living on my own and going to school in another country by myself.

What was the most difficult thing to get used to?
The hardest thing to get used to was the speed and tempo of the college basketball here. The players are so much bigger, stronger and faster than they are in Holland, or anywhere in Europe for that matter.

Kevin, is there anything you've missed by being away from home?
I miss spending time with my brother (Steve, who is 15 and plays basketball for BV Noordkop) and I miss not being able to see him play. And it is hard that I can't just hang out with my family and friends.

Was it hard to transition to playing at the college level?
Yes, it was a tough change. The guys are just bigger and stronger. The pace of the game is so much faster too. It took me some time to get used to that, but I feel much better about those things now.

What's the difference between you and a American-born player?
Before I came here to Canisius, I never lifted weights. The guys were all stronger than me, because they grew up working out with weights. I feel like this is a big thing, not just for me, but for all European players who come to the U.S. to play. European players seem like they are more skilled, while the American-born guys are physcially stronger and much more athletic.

How has Coach Jim Baron helped you improve during your first year at Canisius College?
Coach Baron is great to work with. He pushes me in everything I do. He understands the European game - he coached Peter Van Paassen when he was the coach at St. Bonaventure. I know coach Baron can help me become a better player.

What did you try to improve over the summer to prepare for the upcoming MAAC season?
I lifted a lot of weights and got much stronger. We did a lot of running too to get in better shape. I worked on getting lower and playing with a better base on offense and defense and I really worked on being quicker on my feet. I also took a lot of shots and really worked on improving my shooting.

The 2012-13 season begins Nov. 02. When does practice begin and what are your thoughts on the team so far?
The NCAA changed the rules, so we have been working out as a team since Sept. 15, but the real practice season started Oct. 12. I think we're off to a pretty good start and we are all working real hard. We have a lot to prove, we only won five games last year. We have a whole new coaching staff and a bunch of new players, so we are working at coming together as a group. I think with our talent and our hard work, we can make a run at winning the MAAC. This is a really good league and there's a lot of good teams. I can't wait until the regular-season starts.

Thanks Kevin for the time doing this interview. Wish You and the Golden Griffins a successful season.

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HUNGARY

Standings - A Division

A Division Standings

1. Albacomp		3-0
2. Atomeromu		3-1
3. Falco-Szova		3-1
4. Kaposvari		3-1
5. Jaszberenyi		3-1
6. PVSK Pannon		2-2
7. Szedeak		2-2
8. Soproni		1-2
9. ZTE KK		1-3
10. Marso NYKK		1-3
11. Kormend		1-3
12. Szolnok		0-0
13. FS Debrecen		0-4

Regular Season: Round 4

Oct. 20: PVSK Pannon - Falco-Szova 90-81
Oct. 20: Jaszberenyi - FS Debrecen 82-68
Oct. 20: Kaposvari - Marso NYKK 78-65
Oct. 20: Szedeak - Albacomp 68-99
Oct. 20: ZTE KK - Kormend 101-92
Oct. 20: Soproni - Atomeromu 101-86

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 25: PVSK Pannon - Kaposvari
Oct. 25: Falco-Szova - Atomeromu
Oct. 26: Szedeak - Jaszberenyi
Oct. 26: Albacomp - Kormend
Oct. 27: FS Debrecen - Soproni
Oct. 27: Marso NYKK - ZTE KK

Round 2

Oct. 31: Soproni - Albacomp

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ICELAND

Division 1 results - by Siggi Hjorleifsson

Results from three games in Division one played on friday.
I Hveragerdi the two teams that drop down from top league last year met. It was the home team Hamar that came out with a win 82-76.
Jerry Lewis Hollis leading the home team with 24 points & 16 rebounds. Orn Sigurdarson and player/coach larus Jonsson put in 15 points each.
For Haukar Emil Barja 24 points. Aaron Williams 20.

Thor Akureyri 78 FSU 67 Bjarni Arnason had a good shooting night for Thor , special from free throw line where he was 10/10. For FSU Dadi Gretarsson 19 points.

Hottur starting season strong and have won both their games so far, last night they beat IA at Akranes 73-89.
Lorenzo McClelland 24 for IA. Frisco Sandidge 27. Austin Bracey 20 for Hottur

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IRAN

IRAQ

Asia Club Championship: Mahdi Kamrani leads Mahram past Duhok - by Eurobasket News

Mahram - Duhok 93:76

Mahram ensured the spot in the Asia Club Championship Final. They overcame Duhok in the semifinal battle today. Mahdi Kamrani (186-PG-82) stepped up with 23 points to lead the winners. Mahram will take on Riyadi in the championship game on Monday.
Duhok secured a 19:18 lead after ten minutes. Mahram increased the tempo in the second frame. The Iranian powerhouse surged ahead to ensure a 45:38 halftime lead. Mahram posted 24 points in the third stanza and secured a 12-point buffer before the fourth frame. Mahram knocked down 24 points in the final stanza to seal the winning outcome. Samad Nik Khahbahrami (199-F-83) posted 19 points, while Ratko Varda (215-C/F-79, agency: Beo Basket) added 17 points and 9 rebounds for Mahram. Kendall Dartez (207-C/F-80, college: Louisville) answered with 17 points for Duhok. Ali Ismael (200-PF-94) and Antonio Webb (178-G-84, college: Beth.-Cookman) finished with 13 points each in the loss.

Mahram: Mahdi Kamrani 23, Samad Nik Khahbahrami 19, Ratko Varda 17
Duhok: Kendall Dartez 17, Ali Ismael 13, Antonio Webb 13

Asia Club Championship: Duhok rally past Belent for Bronze - by Eurobasket News

Duhok - Belent 73:58

Duhok finished their Asia Club Championship on a high note. The Iraqi team overcame Belent to clinch the third position at the tourney. Jenero Gorgiss (185-G/F-82) stepped up with 26 points to lead the charge.
Duhok posted a narrow 20:17 lead ten minutes into the encounter. The Iraqi team stretched the gap in the second quarter. Duhok accumulated a 39:31 halftime advantage. Duhok kept Belent at distance throughout the third term. They ensured a 52:41 lead at the final intermission. Duhok outgunned their opponents in the fourth quarter and celebrated a well-deserved victory at the end. Ali Al-Juboori (165-PG-87) provided 16 points in the victory. Toyli Bayriyev (188-G-84) answered with 17 points and 8 rebounds for Belent. Aleksandr Kozlov (200-F-82) topscored with 18 points in the loss.

Duhok: Jenero Gorgiss 26, Ali Al-Juboori 16, Ali Hameed (206-C-84) 12+11 boards
Belent: Aleksandr Kozlov 18, Toyli Bayriyev 17

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IRELAND

Standings - EBS Superleague

Superleague Standings

1. UCC Demons		4-0
2. DCU Saints		3-1
3. UL Eagles		3-1
4. Killester		2-2
5. UCD Marian		2-2
6. B.Gais Neptune		1-3
7. Ballon Inter		1-3
8. Moycullen		0-4

Regular Season: Round 4

Oct. 20: UL Eagles - UCC Demons 76-78
Oct. 20: Moycullen - B.Gais Neptune 68-90
Oct. 19: Ballon Inter - Killester 65-89
Oct. 20: DCU Saints - UCD Marian 62-53

Regular Season: Round 5

Oct. 27: UCD Marian - UL Eagles
Oct. 27: Killester - B.Gais Neptune
Oct. 29: UCC Demons - DCU Saints

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ISRAEL

Halperin and Rothbart prominented in their clubs - by Idan Seggev

Point guard Yotam Halperin (193-SG-84) had a good game this Saturday with his German club, FC Bayern Muenchen, who won Neckar RIESEN Ludwigsburg 81-69. It was Bayern's second win in a raw and Halperin played 25 minutes, scored 10 points (3-3 FG, 0-4 3PT, 4-4 FT) and passed 5 assists.
The Israeli center, Robert Rothbart (217-C-86), who plays for Polish side, KS Start Gdynia, had also a great game when he scored 14 points (4-7 FG, 6-8 FT) and added 11 boards and his team's victory 83-73 over AZS Koszalin.
Oded Brandwein (186-G-88, agency: N.E.T.) played 9 minutes and didn't score for his Polish club, Energa Czarni Slupsk, who won SKS Polpharma-Pakmet Starogard Gd. 76-95

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JAPAN

Standings - JBL

JBL Standings

1. Toshiba BT		5-0
2. Toyota Alvark		5-0
3. Panasonic T.		4-1
4. Aishin SH		3-2
5. Mitsubishi DD		1-4
6. Tochigi Brex		1-4
7. Hitachi SR		1-4
8. Hokkaido L.		0-5

Regular Season: Round 3

Oct. 20: Aishin SH - Toshiba BT 75-77
Oct. 19: Panasonic T. - Toyota Alvark 64-80
Oct. 20: Hokkaido L. - Tochigi Brex 64-102
Oct. 20: Hitachi SR - Mitsubishi DD 56-65
Oct. 21: Hokkaido L. - Tochigi Brex
Oct. 21: Hitachi SR - Mitsubishi DD
Oct. 21: Aishin SH - Toshiba BT
Oct. 21: Panasonic T. - Toyota Alvark

Stats Leaders - JBL Superleague

Points Per Game

Jameel WATKINS
  Panasoni.
  (211-C/F-77)
  Avg: 21.8

1. Watkins, Panasoni.	21.8
2. Smith, Hitachi SR	20.4
3. Fazekas, Toshiba	19.7
4. Kanamaru, Panasoni.	16.4
5. Sakuragi, Aishin SH	16.0
6. Takeuchi, Hitac.	14.2
7. Ito, Tochigi Brex	13.7
8. Ricci, Toyota Alva.	13.6
9. Rolle, Mitsubis.	13.6
10. Orimo, Hokkaido L.	13.4

Rebounds Per Game

Jameel WATKINS
  Panasoni.
  (211-C/F-77)
  Avg: 15.4

1. Watkins, Panasoni.	15.4
2. Sakuragi, Aishin SH	13.4
3. Takeuchi, Hitac.	9.2
4. Diouf, Toshiba BT	8.7
5. Smith, Hitachi SR	8.4
6. Takeuchi, Toyota	8.2
7. Young, Aishin SH	8.0
8. Fazekas, Toshiba	7.7
9. Ito, Tochigi Brex	7.7
10. Gibbs, Toyota A.	7.4

Assists Per Game

Naoto TSUJI
  Toshiba BT
  (185-G/F-89)
  Avg: 5.3

1. Tsuji, Toshiba BT	5.3
2. Sakurai, Hokkaido.	5.0
3. Shinoyama, Toshi.	5.0
4. Sakuragi, Aishin SH	4.8
5. Kawamura, Tochigi	3.7
6. Ito, Toyota Alvark	3.6
7. Kashiwagi, Aishin	3.0
8. Igarashi, Mitsubis.	2.8
9. Takeuchi, Hitac.	2.4
10. Yamada, Tochigi	2.3

Steals Per Game

Shinsuke KASHIWAGI
  Aishin S.
  (183-PG-81)
  Avg: 1.8

1. Kashiwagi, Aishin	1.8
2. Sakuragi, Aishin SH	1.8
3. Tsuji, Toshiba BT	1.7
4. Kikuchi, Toshiba BT	1.3
5. Fazekas, Toshiba	1.3
6. Asayama, Aishin SH	1.2
7. Ito, Toyota Alvark	1.2
8. Hirose, Panasoni.	1.2
9. Smith, Hitachi SR	1.2
10. Kobayashi, Hitac.	1.2

Blocks Per Game

Jameel WATKINS
  Panasoni.
  (211-C/F-77)
  Avg: 2.6

1. Watkins, Panasoni.	2.6
2. Covile, Aishin SH	1.6
3. Young, Aishin SH	1.0
4. Takeuchi, Hitac.	1.0
5. Fazekas, Toshiba	1.0
6. Takeuchi, Toyota	0.8
7. Hale, Mitsubis.	0.8
8. Asayama, Aishin SH	0.8
9. Diouf, Toshiba BT	0.7
10. Moss, Toshiba BT	0.7

Standings - BJ League

BJ Standings

Eastern
1. Iwate Big Bulls		5-0
2. Akita NH		3-0
3. Toyama Grouses		3-2
4. Yokohama BC		2-0
5. Shinshu BW		2-1
6. Tokyo Cinq R.		2-1
7. Chiba Jets		1-2
8. Saitama Bron.		1-2
9. Sendai 89ers		1-4
10. Niigata Albirex		0-3
11. Gunma		0-5
Western
1. Okinawa GK		3-0
2. Shimane SM		3-0
3. Oita H.Devils		3-1
4. Hamamatsu P.		3-2
5. Shiga L-Stars		2-1
6. Takamatsu FA		2-1
7. Miyazaki SS		1-2
8. Fukuoka Rizing		0-3
9. Osaka Evessa		0-3
10. Kyoto Hannar.		0-4

Regular Season: Round 4

Oct. 20: Akita NH - Gunma 98-60
Oct. 20: Oita H.Devils - Kyoto Hannar. 91-88
Oct. 20: Shinshu BW - Saitama Bron. 82-94
Oct. 20: Toyama Grouses - Sendai 89ers 82-72
Oct. 20: Iwate Big Bulls - Chiba Jets 78-77
Oct. 20: Shimane SM - Miyazaki SS 77-63
Oct. 20: Shiga L-Stars - Osaka Evessa 76-64
Oct. 20: Oita H.Devils - Kyoto Hannar. 74-64
Oct. 20: Fukuoka Rizing - Hamamatsu P. 72-76
Oct. 20: Niigata Albirex - Tokyo Cinq R. 68-71
Oct. 20: Takamatsu FA - Okinawa GK 66-84

BJ League Stats Leaders

Points Per Game

John HUMPHREY
  Saitama .
  (188-G/F-80)
  Avg: 23.7

1. Humphrey, Saitama	23.7
2. Jones, Tokyo C.	23.0
3. Parker, Shimane SM	20.7
4. Marshall, Shins.	20.3
5. Bell, Chiba Jets	20.0
6. Walkup, Osaka E.	20.0
7. Brown, Miyazaki SS	19.3
8. Galloway, Hamamats.	18.0
9. Keller, Miyazaki.	18.0
10. Harris, Akita NH	18.0

Rebounds Per Game

Chris HOLM
  Niigata Albirex
  (212-C-84)
  Avg: 14.7

1. Holm, Niigata Albi.	14.7
2. Willard, Sendai 89.	12.8
3. Warren, Fukuoka	12.7
4. Kent, Akita NH	11.7
5. Galloway, Hamamats.	11.2
6. Fuqua, Hamamats.	10.8
7. Blackledge, Iwate	10.8
8. Marshall, Shins.	10.3
9. Green, Shinshu BW	10.3
10. Cox, Osaka Evessa	10.0

Assists Per Game

Tanaka KENSUKE
  Chiba Jets
  (187-G-85)
  Avg: 5.3

1. Kensuke, Chiba Je.	5.3
2. Shimura, Sendai	5.0
3. Humphrey, Saitama	4.7
4. Aoki, Tokyo Cinq R.	4.7
5. Galloway, Hamamats.	4.6
6. Tomori, Gunma	4.6
7. Brown, Toyama G.	4.2
8. Yosuke, Shinshu BW	3.7
9. Orr, Saitama Bron.	3.3
10. Morris, Shinshu BW	3.3

Steals Per Game

Michael PARKER
  Shimane SM
  (202-F-81)
  Avg: 3.7

1. Parker, Shimane SM	3.7
2. Aoki, Tokyo Cinq R.	3.0
3. Konno, Osaka Eves.	2.7
4. Morris, Shinshu BW	2.7
5. Brown, Toyama G.	2.6
6. Shimura, Sendai	2.4
7. Masato, Iwate B.	2.4
8. Orr, Saitama Bron.	2.0
9. Angounou, Chiba J.	2.0
10. Dixon, Iwate B.	2.0

Blocks Per Game

Lawrence BLACKLEDGE
  Iwate B.
  (206-F-86)
  Avg: 4.6

1. Blackledge, Iwate	4.6
2. Orr, Saitama Bron.	3.0
3. Cox, Osaka Evessa	2.3
4. Little, Miyazaki.	2.3
5. Davis, Shimane SM	2.3
6. Marshall, Shins.	2.0
7. Carter, Tokyo C.	2.0
8. Brown, Toyama G.	1.8
9. Garcia, Toyama G.	1.4
10. Green, Shinshu BW	1.3

BJ League Round 4: #1 Shinshu BW is defeated by Saitama Broncos - by Eurobasket News

BJ League Regular Season is still in too early stage and there may be still significant changes in the standings. There was no lack of excitement in the last round games. The round ended with loss of the undefeated team, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin.

The most surprising game was the first loss of undefeated Shinshu BW (2-1) in Nagano on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by tenth ranked Saitama Broncos (1-2) 94-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Shinshu BW. The game was mostly controlled by Saitama Broncos. Shinshu BW managed to win third quarter 26-25. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Saitama Broncos made 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman John Humphrey (188-80, college: Middle Tenn.St., agency: Court Side) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 5 assists and power forward Randall Orr (207-82, college: Georgia Perimeter) who added 19 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. At the losing side center Wayne Marshall (211-86, college: Temple) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Saitama Broncos left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with Chiba Jets and Miyazaki SS. Shinshu BW at the other side dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Saitama Broncos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shinshu BW will play again at home against Saitama Broncos (#8) and is hoping to win this game.
Very significant was Okinawa GK's (#1) 18-point road victory against one of their biggest challengers Takamatsu FA 84-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Takamatsu FA. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The winners were led by Anthony McHenry (202-83, college: Georgia Tech) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and Terrance Woodbury supported him with 25 points and 5 rebounds. Even a double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds by power forward Paul Williams (208-83, college: St.Bonaventure, agency: I.D.S. Law) did not help to save the game for Takamatsu FA. Takamatsu FA's coach Kenzo Maeda rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Okinawa GK have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 3-0 record, which they share with Akita NH and Shimane SM. Takamatsu FA at the other side dropped to the fifth place with one game lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Okinawa GK will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Takamatsu FA will play again at home against the league's leader Okinawa GK (#1) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Sixth-ranked Chiba Jets (1-2) gave a tough game to top-ranked Iwate Big Bulls (5-0) on Saturday. Iwate Big Bulls managed to secure only one-point victory 78-77. However their fans expected much easier game. Dillion Sneed fired 23 points for the winners. Iwate Big Bulls' coach Dai Oketani used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Joe Werner produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Undefeated Iwate Big Bulls have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. Loser Chiba Jets dropped to the seventh place with two games lost. They share the position with Saitama Bron. and Miyazaki SS. Iwate Big Bulls will again meet at home Chiba Jets (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Chiba Jets will have a break next round.
Bottom-ranked Kyoto Hannar. (0-4) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their fourth consecutive match to sixth ranked Oita Heat Devils (3-1) 74-64. It was a very good performance for Wendell White who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Kyoto Hannar.'s coach Honoo Hamaguchi tested eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Oita Heat Devils moved-up to third place. Kyoto Hannar. at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Bottom-ranked Kyoto Hannar. (0-4) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their fourth consecutive match to sixth ranked Oita Heat Devils (3-1) 91-88 on Saturday evening. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of Taj Finger who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Oita Heat Devils moved-up to third place. Loser Kyoto Hannar. still closes the standings with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 4: Sendai 89ers lost to Toyama Grouses on the opponent's court 72-82. Shimane SM managed to outperform Miyazaki SS in a home game 77-63. Winless Osaka Evessa recorded a loss to Shiga L-Stars on the road 76-64. Winless Fukuoka Rizing was defeated by Hamamatsu P. on its own court 72-76. Tokyo Cinq R. beat Niigata Albirex in a road game 71-68. Akita NH destroyed Gunma at home 98-60.

Oita H.Devils - Kyoto Hannar. 74-64

Bottom-ranked Kyoto Hannar. (0-4) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their fourth consecutive match to sixth ranked Oita Heat Devils (3-1) 74-64. Oita Heat Devils forced 19 Kyoto Hannar. turnovers. It was a very good performance for American guard Wendell White (198-84, college: UNLV, agency: Top Notch Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. The other American import forward Taj Finger (205-86) contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Four Oita Heat Devils players scored in double figures. American-Panamanian forward Leonardo Pomare (203-86, college: San Diego, agency: Top Notch Sports) replied with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 5 blocks and American guard Masaharu Kataoka (190-85) added 16 points in the effort for Kyoto Hannar.Kyoto Hannar.'s coach Honoo Hamaguchi tested eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Oita Heat Devils moved-up to third place. Kyoto Hannar. at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Oita H.Devils: W.White 14+11reb+3ast, K.Mitomo 13+4ast, T.Finger 11+13reb, M.Lottich 11+1reb+1ast, K.Hatano 8+8reb+2ast, I.Kersulyte 7+4reb+2ast
Kyoto Hannar.: M.Kataoka 16+3reb+3ast, L.Pomare 10+11reb+1ast, D.Palmer 9+8reb+4ast, Y.Okada 8+3reb+1ast, H.Kantake 7, M.Cousin 5+6reb+2ast

Oita H.Devils - Kyoto Hannar. 91-88

Bottom-ranked Kyoto Hannar. (0-4) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their fourth consecutive match to sixth ranked Oita Heat Devils (3-1) 91-88 on Saturday evening. Kyoto Hannar. trailed by 13 points after 3 quarters before a 32-22 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 88-91 at the end of the game. It was a great shooting night for Oita Heat Devils especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 56.3 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Taj Finger (205-86) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 5 rebounds and guard Wendell White (198-84, college: UNLV, agency: Top Notch Sports) who added 11 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Oita Heat Devils players scored in double figures. At the losing side center Marcus Cousin (211-86, college: Houston) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds and guard Jermaine Boyette (188-78, college: Weber St., agency: SportsTalent) scored 19 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Oita Heat Devils moved-up to third place. Loser Kyoto Hannar. still closes the standings with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Oita H.Devils: T.Finger 23+5reb+3ast, T.Shimizu 17+4ast, N.Takushi 14+1reb+3ast, W.White 11+11reb+6ast, K.Mitomo 9+2reb+1ast, K.Hatano 6+4reb+3ast
Kyoto Hannar.: M.Cousin 22+13reb+2ast, J.Boyette 19+3reb+4ast, M.Kataoka 14+1reb+2ast, D.Palmer 10+6reb+1ast, L.Pomare 9+8reb+1ast, Y.Okada 8+5reb+4ast

Toyama Grouses - Sendai 89ers 82-72

Rather expected game when 8th ranked Sendai 89ers (1-4) were defeated on the road by fifth ranked Toyama Grouses (3-2) 82-72 on Saturday. Sendai 89ers were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Ira Brown (193-82, college: Gonzaga, agency: SDJ Sports) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Masashi Joho (183-82) who added 20 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American center Sam Coleman (208-87, college: Coppin St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) and his fellow American import forward Sam Willard (205-88, college: Pacific) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. Sendai 89ers' coach Robert Pierce let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Toyama Grouses moved-up to third place, which they share with Hamamatsu P. Sendai 89ers lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with four games lost. Toyama Grouses will face again Sendai 89ers (#9) at home in the next round where they are favorite.
Top scorers:
Toyama Grouses: M.Joho 20+6reb+3ast, T.Mito 18+8reb+1ast, I.Brown 17+9reb+4ast, A.Garcia 8+12reb+1ast, T.Fujie 8+3ast, R.Horikawa 7
Sendai 89ers: S.Coleman 23+10reb, S.Willard 20+11reb, K.Coble 8+4reb, K.Clarke 6+6reb, T.Shimura 6+5reb+6ast, T.Komoda 4+2reb+2ast

Iwate Big Bulls - Chiba Jets 78-77

Sixth-ranked Chiba Jets (1-2) gave a tough game to top-ranked Iwate Big Bulls (5-0) on Saturday. Iwate Big Bulls managed to secure only one-point victory 78-77. However their fans expected much easier game. The hosts took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Chiba Jets won third quarter 20-18. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when Iwate Big Bulls won last quarter 24-25. American center Dillion Sneed (203-84, college: E.Tenn.St., agency: Top Notch Sports) fired 23 points for the winners. Nigerian-American power forward Reggie Okosa (208-80, college: La Salle, agency: Top Notch Sports) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Iwate Big Bulls' coach Dai Oketani used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American center Joe Werner (201-84, college: Wisc.-La Cros.) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import swingman D'Andre Bell (198-87, college: Georgia Tech) added 26 points respectively for lost side. Iwate Big Bulls have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. Loser Chiba Jets dropped to the seventh place with two games lost. They share the position with Saitama Bron. and Miyazaki SS. Iwate Big Bulls will again meet at home Chiba Jets (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Chiba Jets will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Iwate Big Bulls: D.Sneed 23+4reb+2ast, R.Okosa 17+8reb+1ast, L.Blackledge 14+7reb+2ast, C.Dixon 8+10reb+3ast, N.Nakamura 5+2reb, K.Takahashi 5+2reb+4ast
Chiba Jets: D.Bell 26+2reb, J.Werner 17+12reb, S.Angounou 12+12reb+2ast, S.Isshiki 8, T.Kensuke 7+3reb+7ast, H.Sato 5+6reb+5ast

Shimane SM - Miyazaki SS 77-63

Very predictable result when top-ranked Shimane Magic (3-0) defeated at home 7th ranked Miyazaki Shining Suns (1-2) 77-63 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Shimane Magic. Miyazaki Shining Suns was better in second period 22-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Shimane Magic dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Miyazaki Shining Suns' 42. The game was also dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of center Jeral Davis (216-84) who helped to win the game recording 27 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field) and forward Michael Parker (202-81, college: Evergreen St.) who added 18 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 6 steals during the contest. Worth to mention Davis played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Shimane Magic's coach Zeljko Pavlicevic allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the losing side forward Marshall Brown (199-85, college: Missouri) responded with 21 points and 6 rebounds and forward Dominique Keller (203-88, college: Illinois) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Shimane Magic have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Okinawa GK and Akita NH. Loser Miyazaki Shining Suns keep the seventh place with two games lost. Shimane Magic will face again Miyazaki Shining Suns (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite.
Top scorers:
Shimane SM: J.Davis 27+7reb, M.Parker 18+7reb+6ast, T.Yokoo 12+3reb+1ast, B.Puckett 8+5reb+1ast, B.Freeman 6+2reb+1ast, K.Yamabuchi 4+4reb+5ast
Miyazaki SS: M.Brown 21+6reb+3ast, D.Keller 19+9reb, H.Otsuka 10+1reb+1ast, D.Little 4+5reb+1ast, K.Ito 4+5reb, L.Cunningham 3+1reb

Shiga L-Stars - Osaka Evessa 76-64

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Osaka Evessa (0-3) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Shiga L-Stars (2-1) 76-64 on Saturday. Shiga L-Stars outrebounded Osaka Evessa 35-21 including 23 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Wayne Arnold (193-84, college: Tennessee St., agency: Top Notch Sports) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import forward Ray Nixon (203-84, college: Wisconsin, agency: Top Notch Sports) who added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward Nathan Walkup (200-88, college: Texas A&M, agency: SDJ Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Shun Watanuki (178-87) scored 23 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Shiga L-Stars maintains fifth position with 2-1 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Osaka Evessa still closes the standings with three games lost. Shiga L-Stars will face again Osaka Evessa (#9) at home in the next round.
Top scorers:
Shiga L-Stars: W.Arnold 20+5reb+3ast, A.Aboya 16+4reb+2ast, R.Nixon 15+8reb+4ast, D.Gomez Camargo 7+7reb, J.Nakama 7+3reb, T.Fujiwara 6+2reb+3ast
Osaka Evessa: N.Walkup 26+11reb+2ast, S.Watanuki 23+4reb, S.Konno 7+1reb+3ast, D.Cox 4, S.Takada 2, Y.Tachibana 2+1reb+2ast

Shinshu BW - Saitama Bron. 82-94

The most surprising game was the first loss of undefeated Shinshu BW (2-1) in Nagano on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by tenth ranked Saitama Broncos (1-2) 94-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Shinshu BW. The game was mostly controlled by Saitama Broncos. Shinshu BW managed to win third quarter 26-25. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Saitama Broncos made 7 blocks. Americans were the main players on the court. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman John Humphrey (188-80, college: Middle Tenn.St., agency: Court Side) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 5 assists and power forward Randall Orr (207-82, college: Georgia Perimeter) who added 19 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. At the losing side center Wayne Marshall (211-86, college: Temple) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and power forward Edward Morris (205-84, college: Pittsburg St.) scored 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Saitama Broncos and five Shinshu BW players scored in double figures. Saitama Broncos left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with Chiba Jets and Miyazaki SS. Shinshu BW at the other side dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Saitama Broncos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shinshu BW will play again at home against Saitama Broncos (#8) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Saitama Bron.: J.Humphrey 36+10reb+5ast, R.Orr 19+8reb+1ast, A.Scott 14+9reb, Y.Kitamuki 11+5reb+2ast, T.Yamashiro 6+2reb+7ast, Y.Nobihura 4+1reb+1ast
Shinshu BW: S.Yosuke 16+2reb+3ast, W.Marshall 15+10reb+1ast, D.Curry 11+5reb+1ast, E.Morris 11+8reb+4ast, T.Goya 10+7reb+4ast, T.Utsunomiya 9+4reb+2ast

Takamatsu FA - Okinawa GK 66-84

Very significant was Okinawa GK's (#1) 18-point road victory against one of their biggest challengers Takamatsu FA 84-66. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Takamatsu FA. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The game was mostly controlled by Okinawa GK. Takamatsu FA was better in second period 12-11. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The winners were led by Anthony McHenry (202-83, college: Georgia Tech) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Terrance Woodbury (201-87, college: Georgia) supported him with 25 points and 5 rebounds. Woodbury is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even a double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds by power forward Paul Williams (208-83, college: St.Bonaventure, agency: I.D.S. Law) did not help to save the game for Takamatsu FA. Swingman Dexter Lyons (198-81, college: Cent.Florida, agency: I.D.S. Law) added 14 points for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Takamatsu FA's coach Kenzo Maeda rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Okinawa GK have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 3-0 record, which they share with Akita NH and Shimane SM. Takamatsu FA at the other side dropped to the fifth place with one game lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Okinawa GK will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Takamatsu FA will play again at home against the league's leader Okinawa GK (#1) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Okinawa GK: T.Woodbury 25+5reb, A.McHenry 17+12reb+4ast, J.Newton 10+13reb+2ast, Y.Sugawara 10+1reb, T.Yonamine 8+1reb+5ast, S.Kinjo 6
Takamatsu FA: B.Penn 17+2reb, D.Lyons 14+4reb+3ast, P.Williams 13+11reb+2ast, H.Kikuchi 10+2reb+1ast, R.Johnson 6+10reb, Y.Kishimoto 3

Fukuoka Rizing - Hamamatsu P. 72-76

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Hamamatsu Phoenix (3-2) beat on the road bottom-ranked Fukuoka Rizing (0-3) 76-72 on Saturday. Fukuoka Rizing was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Fukuoka Rizing was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Kevin Galloway (200-88, college: Texas Southern, agency: Top Notch Sports) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and the other American import forward Jeffrey Parmer (203-85, college: Florida Atlantic, agency: Top Notch Sports) who added 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Hamamatsu Phoenix's coach Ryuji Kawai allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the losing side American forward Reginald Warren (204-81, college: W.Florida, agency: Top Notch Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Jun Nakanishi (180-82, college: Santa Monica CC) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Hamamatsu Phoenix moved-up to third place, which they share with Toyama Grouses. Loser Fukuoka Rizing still closes the standings with three games lost. Hamamatsu Phoenix will have a break next round. Fukuoka Rizing will play again at home against Hamamatsu Phoenix (#4) in Mikawa and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Hamamatsu P.: K.Galloway 16+7reb+6ast, M.Ohguchi 11+3reb, J.Parmer 11+8reb+1ast, Y.Shiina 9+3reb, T.Kamishima 9+2reb+1ast, E.Fuqua 6+9reb+1ast
Fukuoka Rizing: R.Warren 14+10reb+5ast, J.Nakanishi 11+5reb+3ast, Z.Johnson 9+4reb, S.Ishitani 9+1reb+1ast, A.Takeno 9+2reb+3ast, J.Peppers 9+4reb+1ast

Niigata Albirex - Tokyo Cinq R. 68-71

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Niigata Albirex (0-3) was edged at home by seventh ranked Tokyo Cinq R. (2-1) 71-68 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 37-32 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Worth to mention a great performance of American center Jonathan Jones (211-79, agency: TSS Management) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and guard Cohey Aoki (167-80) who added 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his eight free throws) during the contest. At the losing side American center Chris Holm (212-84, college: Vermont, agency: Top Notch Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 20 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Nile Murry (193-83, college: TCU) scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Niigata Albirex's coach Matt Garrison let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tokyo Cinq R. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Niigata Albirex still closes the standings with three games lost. Tokyo Cinq R. will have a break next round. Niigata Albirex will play again at home against Tokyo Cinq R. (#6) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Tokyo Cinq R.: J.Jones 24+10reb+1ast, C.Aoki 14+8reb+4ast, R.Barrett 10+8reb+3ast, A.Inoue 9+1reb, H.Takada 7+8reb, C.Sasaki 4+4reb
Niigata Albirex: N.Murry 15+7reb+5ast, C.Holm 11+20reb+2ast, Y.Ikeda 9+1reb+2ast, K.Sato 9+2reb+4ast, R.Webb 7+5reb+2ast, Y.Sato 6

Akita NH - Gunma 98-60

No shocking result in a game when top-ranked Akita Happinets (3-0) outleveled at home bottom-ranked Gunma (0-5) 98-60 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Akita Happinets. Gunma was better in fourth quarter 23-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Akita Happinets dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Gunma's 34. They outrebounded Gunma 49-34 including a 42-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Akita Happinets looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Gunma's players. Gunma was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward T.J. Cummings (205-81, college: UCLA, agency: Top Notch Sports) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import power forward Anthony Kent (208-83, college: Ball St., agency: Top Notch Sports) who added 11 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. Four Akita Happinets players scored in double figures. At the losing side Vincentian center Nyika Williams (203-87, college: Pacific) responded with 11 points and 7 rebounds and American power forward Damien Brown (201-87, college: Averett) scored 11 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Akita Happinets have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Okinawa GK and Shimane SM. Newly promoted Gunma still closes the standings with five games lost. Akita Happinets will face again Gunma (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game.
Top scorers:
Akita NH: T.Cummings 16+8reb+1ast, D.Harris 14+3reb+4ast, K.Shoji 11+2reb+1ast, A.Kent 11+13reb+1ast, S.Taguchi 10+3reb+2ast, J.Demercy 8+9reb+2ast
Gunma: D.Brown 11+4reb+1ast, N.Williams 11+7reb, K.Tomori 9+2reb, S.Okada 8+1reb+2ast, K.Tsutsumi 7+5reb+2ast, Y.Suzuki 6+4reb+2ast

Ousmane Barro agreed terms with Tochigi Brex, ex Orleans - by Eurobasket News

Link Tochigi Brex (JBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old Senegalese power forward Ousmane Barro (207-111kg-84, college: Marquette). Barro moved there from Entente Orleans 45 in French ProA where he supposed to play, but the plans were changed. The last season he played for JL Bourg (ProB). In 33 ProB games last year he recorded 14.9ppg, 8.5rpg, 1.3apg and 1.4spg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
Barro was a member of Senegalese U18 National Team back in 2002. He represented Senegal at the WABA Club Championships last year. Barros team got to the Semifinals.
He is a very experienced player. Barro has played also professionally in Hungary (Szolnok), Iran (Zob Ahan), Poland (Gornik).
He attended Marquette University until 2008 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.

By Eurobasket NEWS3 of Eurobasket.com

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KOSOVO

Standings - Superleague

SuperLeague Standings

1. Peja		4-0
2. Bashkimi		3-1
3. Sigal Prishtina		2-1
4. Trepca		2-1
5. Vellaznimi		2-1
6. Kolegji Univer.		0-0
7. Kosova		0-3
8. RTV 21		0-3

Regular Season: Round 4

Oct. 20: Peja - Bashkimi 87-67
Oct. 21: RTV 21 - Drita
Oct. 21: Kosova - Vellaznimi
Oct. 21: Sigal Prishtina - Trepca

Peja did it again - by Dren Shporta

Peja has won easily the match agains Bashkimi tonight. The team leaded by Dardan Berisha, who scored 22 points in the night was unstoppable. After only two periods of game the difference was +30 for Peja which gave the coach Rudolf Jugo the option to try young players.

At Bashkimi the only shining lights were american duo Brooks and Mitchell, while the others were not capable to do more against great Peja. Gerti Shima (202-PF-86) and Samir Shaptahovic were also very good on the night for yellow team of Peja.

After this round there is only one team in BKT Superliga with perfect record, and that's Peja.

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LEBANON

Asia Club Championship: Riyadi storm past Belent - by Eurobasket News

Riyadi - Belent 116:65

Riyadi had no problems reaching the Final at the Asia Club Championship. The hosts cruised past Belent in the first semifinal tonight. Amir Saoud (188-G-91) came up with 45 points and 6 rebounds to lead the hosts.
Riyadi left their opponents far behind after the opening quarter. The Lebanese team went on a 32:8 run in the first period. Riaydi maintained the advantage throughout the second stanza. The hosts accounted for a 61:27 halftime lead. Riyadi exploded with 30 points in the third term to gain an insurmountable 91:38 lead at the final break. Belent outscored Riyadi in the fourth frame but just sweetened the pill at the end. Omar El Turk (186-SG-81, college: Dawson Coll.) and Wael Arakji (193-G-94) netted 12 points each for the winners. Aleksandr Kozlov (200-F-82) answered with 16 points for Belent. Begench Akmammedov (197-F-84) had 15 points in the loss.

Riyadi: Amir Saoud 45, Omar El Turk 12, Wael Arakji 12
Belent: Aleksandr Kozlov 16, Begench Akmammedov 15

Riyadi to Face Mahram in the Asian Final for the 2nd consecutive year - by Asia-Basket Lebanon

The Final of the 23rd FIBA ASIA Champions Cup will join for the 2nd consecutive year Riyadi Beirut to Mahram , both teams qualified for the Final after winning the semifinal games , Riyadi cruised into a big against Belent Asgabat on the score of 116-65, On the other side Mahram had a very difficult game vs Duhok ,The first Half was a very though one for Mahram who trailed throughout the first two quarters but managed at the end of the 2nd quarter to come back in the game and to have the lead on the score of 45 -38. Since that moment Mahram never looked back but the Iraqi team came back in the game with 3 minutes left in the game by hitting a couple of three pointers and coming within 4 points from Mahram but the big experience of the Iranian team secured the precious win on the score of 93-76.

Riyadi and Mahram will meet on Monday October 22nd 2012 at 21:30 , as for the 3rd and 4th positioning game will be held on Sunday October 21st at 10:30 in the morning .

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Standings - NKL

NKL Standings

1. Meresta		5-1
2. Statyba		5-1
3. Mazeikiai		4-2
4. Zanavykas		4-2
5. Delikatesas		4-2
6. Dzukija		4-2
7. Zalgiris-Sabonio		4-2
8. Suduva-Mantinga		4-2
9. Ezerunas-Karys		3-3
10. Olimpas		3-3
11. S.Marciulionio		3-3
12. Perlas-MRU		2-4
13. Radviliskis		2-4
14. Birstono		2-4
15. Triobet		2-4
16. Nafta Universitetas		2-4
17. Silute		1-5
18. Gargzdai		0-6

Regular Season: Round 6

Oct. 20: Statyba - Silute 99-66
Oct. 20: Radviliskis - Triobet 92-71
Oct. 20: Zalgiris-Sabonio - Perlas-MRU 87-75
Oct. 20: Zanavykas - Gargzdai 82-67
Oct. 20: Suduva-Mantinga - Mazeikiai 80-71
Oct. 20: Dzukija - Olimpas 79-73
Oct. 20: S.Marciulionio - Ezerunas-Karys 75-77
Oct. 20: Nafta Universitetas - Meresta 71-93
Oct. 20: Birstono - Delikatesas 67-61

Regular Season: Round 7

Oct. 26: Gargzdai - Birstono
Oct. 26: Silute - Olimpas
Oct. 26: Perlas-MRU - Dzukija
Oct. 26: Meresta - Zanavykas
Oct. 26: Ezerunas-Karys - Statyba
Oct. 26: Triobet - Zalgiris-Sabonio
Oct. 26: Mazeikiai - Nafta Universitetas
Oct. 26: Delikatesas - S.Marciulionio
Oct. 26: Statyba - Radviliskis

Stats Leaders - NKL

Points Per Game

Edgaras STANIONIS
  Zanav.
  (193-G-88)
  Avg: 20.7

1. Stanionis, Zanav.	20.7
2. Maneikis, Olimpas	20.0
3. Virbalas, Perla.	18.5
4. Gaidamaviciu., Mer.	17.8
5. Tarvydas, Statyba	16.7
6. Skripkauskas, Dzuk.	16.5
7. Pociukonis, S.Marc.	15.8
8. Macernis, Mazeikiai	15.8
9. Matutis, Gargzdai	15.7
10. Kleiza, Birstono	15.5

Rebounds Per Game

Cezary TRYBANSKI
  Dzukija
  (218-C-79)
  Avg: 11

1. Trybanski, Dzukija	11.0
2. Virbalas, Perla.	10.0
3. Linkevicius, Triob.	8.5
4. Krestinin, S.Marc.	8.5
5. Udras, Perlas-MRU	8.2
6. Kazakauskas, Olimp.	8.0
7. Jurgo, Radviliskis	7.8
8. Macernis, Mazeikiai	7.8
9. Gudaitis, Zalgir.	7.8
10. Anuzis, Nafta U.	7.7

Assists Per Game

Tomas GAIDAMAVICIUS
  Meres.
  (191-G-82)
  Avg: 8.5

1. Gaidamaviciu., Mer.	8.5
2. Harrison, Dzukija	6.2
3. Zurna, Radviliskis	5.7
4. Anuzis, Nafta U.	5.5
5. Varanauskas, Stat.	5.3
6. Klemas, Delikatesas	5.2
7. Kelys, Perlas-MRU	4.6
8. Razutis, Olimpas	4.5
9. Rakauskas, S.Marc.	4.5
10. Kvedaraviciu., De.	4.3

Steals Per Game

Ignas RAZUTIS
  Olimpas
  (185-G-87)
  Avg: 3.2

1. Razutis, Olimpas	3.2
2. Tamulis, Zalgir.	3.0
3. Macernis, Mazeikiai	3.0
4. Klemas, Delikatesas	2.5
5. Kelys, Perlas-MRU	2.4
6. Paliukenas, Staty.	2.3
7. Matutis, Gargzdai	2.3
8. Virbalas, Perla.	2.2
9. Giedraitis, Mazeik.	2.2
10. Kleiza, Birstono	2.2

Blocks Per Game

Cezary TRYBANSKI
  Dzukija
  (218-C-79)
  Avg: 5

1. Trybanski, Dzukija	5.0
2. Krestinin, S.Marc.	3.0
3. Virbalas, Perla.	2.7
4. Gudaitis, Zalgir.	2.3
5. Staniulis, S.Marc.	2.0
6. Kaubrys, Silute	1.6
7. Kalvelis, Suduva.	0.8
8. Ambrulaitis, Ezeru.	0.8
9. Vorotnikovas, Trio.	0.8
10. Pupinis, Suduva.	0.8

NKL Round 6: Mazeikiai loses the game and top position - by Eurobasket News

After 6 rounds played we can already see who rules in the NKL and who belongs to weaker ones. There was no lack of excitement in the last round games. The round ended with change at the leadership position and favorites losing the games.

There was a change at the NKL leadership position after last games. Round 6 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Mazeikiai (4-2). They were defeated by eighth ranked Suduva-Mantinga (4-2) 80-71 on Saturday night. The hosts trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 48-37 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Forward Audrius Mineikis (201-77) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and center Mindaugas Kalvelis (205-80) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Rokas Giedraitis (198-92) with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Suduva-Mantinga moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Mazeikiai. Mazeikiai will play next round against Nafta Universitetas trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Suduva-Mantinga will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Bottom-ranked Gargzdai-Bremena (0-6) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their sixth consecutive match to tenth ranked Zanavykas (4-2) 82-67. Guard Edgaras Stanionis (193-88) notched 31 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and Marijus Uzupis supported him with 14 points. Zanavykas' coach Giedrius Zibenas allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 23 points and 7 rebounds by point guard Dominikas Matutis (180-91) did not help to save the game for Gargzdai-Bremena. Zanavykas have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Gargzdai-Bremena at the other side still closes the standings with six games lost. Zanavykas will play against league's leader Meresta in Pakruojis in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gargzdai-Bremena will play against Birstono (#14) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
A very close game took place in Vilnius between Ezerunas-Karys and S.Marciulionio. Twelfth ranked Ezerunas-Karys (3-3) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked S.Marciulionio (3-3). Ezerunas-Karys managed to escape with a 2-point win 77-75 in the fight for the ninth place. The best player for the winners was Remigijus Sugintas who scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Ezerunas-Karys' coach Mindaugas Kildisius used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was Arvydas Gydra who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds. Ezerunas-Karys moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Olimpas and S.Marciulionio. Ezerunas-Karys will meet at home league's second-placed Statyba in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. S.Marciulionio will play against Delikatesas (#5) in Joniskis and hope to secure a win.
An interesting game took place in where higher ranked Delikatesas (4-2) was upset on the court of sixteenth ranked Birstono (2-4) 67-61. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Delikatesas. It was a good game for Paulius Petrilevicius who led his team to a victory with 12 points and 9 rebounds. Birstono's coach Marius Kiltinavicius allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Birstono moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Delikatesas at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Birstono's next round opponent will be bottom-ranked Gargzdai-Bremena (#18) on the road where they are favorite. Delikatesas will play against S.Marciulionio (#11) in Vilnius.
Second ranked Statyba (5-1) crushed at home 15th ranked Silute (1-5) by 33 points 99-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. Ovidijus Varanauskas scored 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners. Statyba's coach Gintautas Regina felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Statyba have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Meresta. Silute lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth place with five games lost. Statyba will face Radviliskis (#13) at home in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Silute will play against Olimpas (#10).

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 6: Olimpas lost to Dzukija on the opponent's court 73-79. Zalgiris-Sabonio managed to outperform Perlas-MRU in a home game 87-75. Meresta rolled over Nafta Universitetas on the road 93-71. Radviliskis crushed Triobet on its own court 92-71.

Zanavykas - Gargzdai 82-67

Bottom-ranked Gargzdai-Bremena (0-6) is still winless. This time they lost on the road their sixth consecutive match to tenth ranked Zanavykas (4-2) 82-67. The game was mostly controlled by Zanavykas. Gargzdai-Bremena was better in third quarter 24-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Zanavykas dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Gargzdai-Bremena's 24. Guard Edgaras Stanionis (193-88) notched 31 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Marijus Uzupis (197-93) supported him with 14 points. Zanavykas' coach Giedrius Zibenas allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 23 points and 7 rebounds by point guard Dominikas Matutis (180-91) did not help to save the game for Gargzdai-Bremena. Forward Marius Grigaitis (196-91) added 17 points and 9 rebounds. Zanavykas have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Gargzdai-Bremena at the other side still closes the standings with six games lost. Zanavykas will play against league's leader Meresta in Pakruojis in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gargzdai-Bremena will play against Birstono (#14) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Zanavykas: E.Stanionis 31+7reb+3ast, M.Uzupis 14+1reb+1ast, V.Sumskis 9+4reb+1ast, E.Molosciakas 9+5reb+1ast, L.Valantinas 8+2reb+3ast, P.Parachomikas 4+2reb
Gargzdai: D.Matutis 23+7reb+2ast, M.Grigaitis 17+9reb+1ast, L.Jonuska 8+2reb, L.Lucinskas 7+6reb, D.Tarolis 5+7reb+1ast, M.Martinkus 3+3ast

Suduva-Mantinga - Mazeikiai 80-71

There was a change at the NKL leadership position after last games. Round 6 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Mazeikiai (4-2). They were defeated by eighth ranked Suduva-Mantinga (4-2) 80-71 on Saturday night. The hosts trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 48-37 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Forward Audrius Mineikis (201-77) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and center Mindaugas Kalvelis (205-80) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Rokas Giedraitis (198-92) with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Osvaldas Macernis (196-82) scored 18 points. Five Suduva-Mantinga and four Mazeikiai players scored in double figures. Suduva-Mantinga moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Mazeikiai. Mazeikiai will play next round against Nafta Universitetas trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Suduva-Mantinga will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Top scorers:
Suduva-Mantinga: A.Zibuda 19+2reb, A.Mineikis 16+8reb+2ast, M.Kalvelis 14+6reb+1ast, Z.Kuklierius 11+4reb+5ast, P.Knyza 11+5reb+3ast, K.Pupinis 5+7reb+1ast
Mazeikiai: O.Macernis 18+4reb+3ast, R.Giedraitis 16+8reb+5ast, A.Kojenets 14+2reb, A.Mikutis 10+4reb+1ast, V.Pikalavicius 6+6reb+2ast, M.Sidlauskas 5+5reb+2ast

Dzukija - Olimpas 79-73

Everything could happen in Alytus at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Dzukija and 6th ranked Olimpas had identical 3-2 record. This time Dzukija used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from 79-73 on Saturday night. The hosts trailed by 4 points at the halftime before their 39-29 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Dzukija made 8 blocks. Olimpas was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Tauras Skripkauskas (196-86, college: Charleston) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Bryan Harrison (188-84, college: Georgia Coll., agency: Global Sports Plaza) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Dzukija players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Audrius Maneikis (203-84, college: Motlow St. CC) with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds and forward Julius Kazakauskas (197-90) scored 9 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Dzukija (4-2) moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Olimpas dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. Dzukija will face Perlas-MRU (#12) in Vilnius in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Olimpas will play on the road against Silute.
Top scorers:
Dzukija: T.Skripkauskas 21+7reb, M.Reminas 17+2reb+1ast, B.Harrison 15+6reb+4ast, C.Trybanski 14+10reb+1ast, P.Sakinis 6+5reb+2ast, D.Zoruba 4+2reb
Olimpas: A.Maneikis 28+10reb+1ast, I.Razutis 11+1reb+1ast, R.Venskus 10+4reb, J.Kazakauskas 9+8reb+4ast, M.Kazonas 7+5reb, M.Norvaisas 3+3reb

Statyba - Silute 99-66

Second ranked Statyba (5-1) crushed at home 15th ranked Silute (1-5) by 33 points 99-66, which is the biggest margin this round on Saturday night. The game without a history. Statyba led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Silute's 40. Statyba forced 24 Silute turnovers and outrebounded them 36-24 including 22 on the defensive glass. Point guard Ovidijus Varanauskas (187-91) scored 17 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and forward Karolis Brusokas (200-91) chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Statyba players scored in double figures. Statyba's coach Gintautas Regina felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was power forward Gytis Pakalniskis (205-89) with 17 points and 6 rebounds and guard Evaldas Saulys (193-93) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Statyba have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Meresta. Silute lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth place with five games lost. Statyba will face Radviliskis (#13) at home in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Silute will play against Olimpas (#10).
Top scorers:
Statyba: O.Varanauskas 17+2ast, D.Tarvydas 17+1reb+1ast, A.Zarskus 13+5reb, V.Luksa 12+5reb+1ast, L.Kazlauskas 9+3reb+4ast, K.Brusokas 9+9reb+1ast
Silute: G.Pakalniskis 17+6reb+2ast, E.Saulys 14+5reb+2ast, A.Kaubrys 12+4reb+1ast, V.Pancerevas 9+1reb+4ast, A.Kuncaitis 5+2reb+1ast, K.Macijauskas 4

Zalgiris-Sabonio - Perlas-MRU 87-75

Rather predictable result in Kaunas where ninth ranked Zalgiris-Sabonio (4-2) defeated 11th ranked Perlas-MRU (2-4) 87-75 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Zalgiris-Sabonio. Perlas-MRU was better in third quarter 27-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Zalgiris-Sabonio forced 21 Perlas-MRU turnovers. Perlas-MRU was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Point guard Vaidas Kariniauskas (200-93) scored 13 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Justas Tamulis (194-94, agency: Beo Basket) chipped in 14 points and 4 steals during the contest. Zalgiris-Sabonio's coach Tomas Masiulis used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was power forward Mantas Virbalas (203-88) with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks and forward Antanas Udras (202-92) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Zalgiris-Sabonio moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Perlas-MRU lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with four games lost. Zalgiris-Sabonio will face Triobet (#15) in Jonava in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Perlas-MRU will play at home against Dzukija in Alytus.
Top scorers:
Zalgiris-Sabonio: T.Dimsa 14+2reb+3ast, J.Tamulis 14+3reb+3ast, V.Kariniauskas 13+2reb+6ast, A.Gudaitis 13+5reb, P.Sorokas 10+6reb, L.Lekavicius 7+1reb+3ast
Perlas-MRU: A.Udras 19+8reb, J.Elvikis 19+2reb+1ast, M.Virbalas 15+10reb+2ast, E.Pundzius 12+3reb+3ast, Z.Kelys 10+2reb+4ast, V.Kazonas 0+4reb

Nafta Universitetas - Meresta 71-93

Not a big story in a game in Klaipeda where 14th ranked Nafta Universitetas (2-4) was rolled over by third ranked Meresta (5-1) 93-71 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 13 points after first quarter, but they stormed back and won the game by 22 points. Meresta dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Nafta Universitetas' 30. Meresta forced 20 Nafta Universitetas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Tomas Gaidamavicius (191-82) had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists to lead the charge for the winners and center Deividas Keburys (202-90) chipped in 19 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Coach Dainius Bertulis's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was point guard Deividas Anuzis (181-92) with 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Karolis Timofejevas (194-91) scored 18 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Meresta have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Statyba. Loser Nafta Universitetas dropped to the twelfth place with four games lost. Meresta will face Zanavykas (#4) in the next round. Nafta Universitetas will play against Mazeikiai (#3).
Top scorers:
Meresta: T.Gaidamavicius 20+5reb+13ast, D.Keburys 19+8reb+1ast, L.Radavicius 17+1reb+5ast, I.Vaitkus 11+4reb+1ast, A.Gurklys 7+1reb, L.Kivyta 7+4reb+1ast
Nafta Universitetas: D.Anuzis 18+9reb+5ast, K.Timofejevas 18+3reb+3ast, D.Norkus 14+6reb+2ast, V.Chodosovskis 12+8reb, D.Jokubaitis 3+1reb+1ast, T.Mazelis 2+3reb+6ast

S.Marciulionio - Ezerunas-Karys 75-77

A very close game took place in Vilnius between Ezerunas-Karys and S.Marciulionio. Twelfth ranked Ezerunas-Karys (3-3) got a very close victory on the road over higher ranked S.Marciulionio (3-3). Ezerunas-Karys managed to escape with a 2-point win 77-75 in the fight for the ninth place. The guests trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 27-16 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Ezerunas-Karys made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 S.Marciulionio turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Remigijus Sugintas (200-87) who scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Marius Kugauda (191-76) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds. Ezerunas-Karys' coach Mindaugas Kildisius used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Arvydas Gydra (206-89) who recorded 11 points and 7 rebounds and guard Marius Pociukonis (190-82) added 17 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ezerunas-Karys moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Olimpas and S.Marciulionio. Ezerunas-Karys will meet at home league's second-placed Statyba in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. S.Marciulionio will play against Delikatesas (#5) in Joniskis and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ezerunas-Karys: R.Sugintas 20+5reb+1ast, J.Narusis 13+2reb+2ast, M.Kugauda 12+5reb+3ast, M.Janisius 10+6reb+3ast, R.Jukonis 8+3reb, D.Navickas 6+5reb+1ast
S.Marciulionio: M.Pociukonis 17+2ast, G.Staniulis 12+5reb+1ast, T.Rakauskas 11+2reb+5ast, A.Gydra 11+7reb+1ast, T.Lekunas 9+6reb+1ast, P.Lescinskas 6+4reb+2ast

Radviliskis - Triobet 92-71

There was a surprise result when seventeenth ranked Radviliskis (2-4) outscored at home higher ranked Triobet (2-4) 92-71 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Radviliskis. Triobet was better in second period 22-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Radviliskis looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Vaidas Trepocka (200-80, agency: Court Side) scored 24 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Janas Jurgo (200-83) chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Radviliskis players scored in double figures. Coach Algis Pipiras's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was forward Tomas Milinskas (202-90) with 20 points and 8 rebounds and forward Martynas Linkevicius (197-85) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Radviliskis moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Triobet. Radviliskis will face league's second-placed Statyba in Vilnius in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game.
Top scorers:
Radviliskis: V.Trepocka 24+5reb+3ast, J.Jurgo 19+9reb+2ast, L.Kutra 14+1ast, R.Rauktys 10+3reb+4ast, E.Kaupaitis 7+2reb+3ast, L.Pipiras 7+7reb+3ast
Triobet: T.Milinskas 20+8reb, P.Vaitiekunas 14+3reb+1ast, M.Linkevicius 12+12reb+1ast, V.Kruzikas 8+1reb+1ast, T.Sebeziovas 7+3reb+6ast, A.Lencevicius 6+2reb

Birstono - Delikatesas 67-61

An interesting game took place in where higher ranked Delikatesas (4-2) was upset on the court of sixteenth ranked Birstono (2-4) 67-61. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Delikatesas. Delikatesas was ahead by 1 point after three quarters before a 19-12 charge of Birstono, which allowed them to win the game. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. It was a good game for forward Paulius Petrilevicius (201-91) who led his team to a victory with 12 points and 9 rebounds. Paulius Kleiza (195-88) contributed with 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Birstono players scored in double figures. Birstono's coach Marius Kiltinavicius allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Aivaras Kvedaravicius (184-88) replied with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and swingman Deividas Girdvila (196-90, agency: Dynamics Global Management) added 21 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Delikatesas. Birstono moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Delikatesas at the other side dropped to the third position with two games lost. Birstono's next round opponent will be bottom-ranked Gargzdai-Bremena (#18) on the road where they are favorite. Delikatesas will play against S.Marciulionio (#11) in Vilnius.
Top scorers:
Birstono: D.Sabeckis 18+1reb+2ast, M.Lukminas 15+3reb+2ast, P.Kleiza 14+5reb+3ast, P.Petrilevicius 12+9reb+2ast, S.Raupys 4+2reb+2ast, K.Mikulicius 2
Delikatesas: D.Girdvila 21+5reb, A.Kvedaravicius 15+9reb+6ast, A.Montrimavicius 15+5reb+1ast, P.Klemas 4+6reb+3ast, I.Lianzbergas 4+2reb+1ast, M.Keras 2+4reb+1ast

Kvedaravicius' double-double lands him NKL Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

24-year old guard Aivaras Kvedaravicius (184-G-88) had a very impressive game in the last round for Delikatesas and receives a Eurobasket.com NKL Player of the Week award for round 5.
He had a double-double of 16 points and 11 rebounds, while his team crushed Suduva-Mantinga (#8, 3-2) with 24-point margin 74-50. Thanks to this victory Delikatesas moved-up to the 4th position in the Lithuanian NKL. They are still close to the very top. Delikatesas would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 4-1 record. It's Kvedaravicius' second year at Delikatesas and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Aivaras Kvedaravicius averages this season 14.8ppg and 6.6rpg.

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