Round 8 (Regular Season): #1 Viimsi is defeated by Panevezio

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Estonian Viimsi (12-6) at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by Lithuanian Panevezio (0-0) 88-71. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Viimsi. The game was mostly controlled by Panevezio. Viimsi managed to win third quarter 21-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Panevezio shot 66.7 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Panevezio especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 56.3 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of Jonas Trivokas who helped to win the game recording 46 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and Gabrielius Anskinas who added 18 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Kenneth Moldre (-2008) responded with 18 points. Viimsi's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Panevezio maintains 0th position with 0-0 record, which they share with 6 other teams. Viimsi at the other side still keeps top place with six games lost. Panevezio is looking forward to face league's second-placed Gulbene at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Viimsi will play against Saku KK and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Important game to mention about took place in Tallinn. Fifth ranked Estonian Saku KK (7-3) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 3rd ranked Lithuanian Mazeikiai (10-5) 66-63 on Friday evening. The winners were led by point guard Andreas Parn (181-2008) who scored that evening 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and Jesper Roman supported him with 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Saku KK's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 21 points and 6 rebounds by Domantas Turcinskis did not help to save the game for Mazeikiai. Saku KK have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Saku KK went down to sixth position due to points difference. Mazeikiai at the other side still keeps top place with five games lost. They share the position with Tartu U.. Saku KK will play against league's leader Viimsi on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Mazeikiai will play against Ezerzeme and hopes to get back on the winning track.
One of the most interesting games of round 8 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where fifth ranked Saku KK outleveled host TalTech (3-11) 53-33. The best player for the winners was Andreas Parn who scored 16 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Kenneth Vilumets-Krekker produced 9 points for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Saku KK have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Saku KK went down to sixth position due to points difference which they share with defeated TalTech. TalTech lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 11 games lost. Saku KK will meet league's leader Viimsi on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. TalTech will play against Honka (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 8: Taurage was destroyed by Gulbene on the opponent's court 66-47. Tartu U. managed to outperform BTB Tbilisi in a home game 63-47. Honka managed to beat Mazeikiai on the road 72-60. Winless LePy was crushed by Rakvere on its own court 50-98. TalTech lost to undefeated Cesis in a road game 47-72. NSK destroyed Taurage at home 59-39. Tartu U. was outscored by Ezerzeme on the opponent's court 82-46. Winless BTB Tbilisi was rolled over Rakvere in a home game 59-85. Gulbene defeated Honka on the road 69-54. Winless Cesis were beaten by Viimsi on its own court 43-56. NSK lost to undefeated Panevezio in Panevezys 71-72. Winless LePy was outscored by Ezerzeme at home 45-95.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 25 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals by Rendels Grigorjevs of Ezerzeme.



TalTech - Saku KK 33-53

One of the most interesting games of round 8 was a derby match between two teams from Estonia. The game took place in Tallinn where fifth ranked Saku KK outleveled host TalTech (3-11) 53-33. The game was mostly controlled by Saku KK. TalTech managed to win fourth quarter 13-10. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Saku KK dominated on the defensive end, holding TalTech to just 4 points in third quarter. The best player for the winners was point guard Andreas Parn (181-2008) who scored 16 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Guard Jesper Roman (186-2008) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Kenneth Vilumets-Krekker produced 9 points and Karl Talts (-2008) added 9 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Saku KK have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Saku KK went down to sixth position due to points difference which they share with defeated TalTech. TalTech lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 11 games lost. Saku KK will meet league's leader Viimsi on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. TalTech will play against Honka (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
TalTech: V.Kenneth 9+3reb+3ast, T.Karl 9+1reb+3ast, D.Mattias 6+4reb, K.Carl 4+6reb, K.Mooses 2+2reb, S.Siim 2+3reb+2ast
Saku KK: P.Andreas 16+3reb+3ast, R.Jesper 13+5reb+3ast, I.Robin 11+4reb, K.Martin 3+2reb+2ast, K.Arthur 2+5reb, U.Daniel 2+4reb

Gulbene - Taurage 66-47

Rather expected game when 4th ranked Lithuanian Taurage (8-6) was crushed on the road by second ranked Latvian Gulbene (8-1) 66-47 on Friday. The game without a history. Gulbene led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Ralfs Aleksandrovs (180) who scored 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Matiss Lacis (-2008) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Arnas Maciunas produced 12 points and 6 rebounds and Kasparas Tranelis added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Gulbene have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-1 record having just seventeen point less than leader Rakvere. Loser Taurage keeps the fourth place with six games lost. Gulbene will meet higher ranked Panevezio in the next round. Taurage will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Taurage: T.Kasparas 13+5reb+1ast, M.Arnas 12+6reb+3ast, V.Neimantas 9+4reb+1ast, V.Aironas 5+6reb+2ast, J.Kipras 3+3reb+2ast, K.Gustas 3+3reb
Gulbene: A.Ralfs 17+9reb+8ast, L.Matiss 17+5reb+5ast, V.Niklavs 13+5reb+2ast, A.Markuss 8+1reb+2ast, V.Rets 6+8reb+1ast, P.Raitis 3+3reb

Tartu U. - BTB Tbilisi 63-47

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when first ranked Estonian Tartu U. (10-5) defeated at home winless Georgian BTB Tbilisi (0-0) 63-47 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 3-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 63-47. Tartu U. dominated on the defensive end, holding BTB Tbilisi to just 7 points in second quarter. They also forced 20 BTB Tbilisi turnovers. The best player for the winners was Martin Vels who scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Patrick Korkka chipped in 6 points, 7 assists and 4 steals. Davit Dzidziguri produced 8 points and 4 assists and Davit Gigauri added 12 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tartu U. maintains first position with 10-5 record, which they share with Mazeikiai. Loser BTB Tbilisi still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Tartu U. will meet at home higher ranked LePy in the next round. BTB Tbilisi will play against NSK in Tartu and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
BTB Tbilisi: G.Davit 12+1reb+2ast, D.Davit 8+4reb+4ast, T.Nika 6+5reb, G.Beka 6+4reb, M.Nikoloz 6+9reb, G.Daviti 4+1reb+2ast
Tartu U.: V.Martin 14+6reb+1ast, K.Daniel 13+4ast, K.Patrick 6+4reb+7ast, A.Martin 6+2reb+1ast, L.Henri 6+3reb+1ast, O.Tristan 5+4reb

Mazeikiai - Honka 60-72

There was a minor upset when 3rd ranked Lithuanian Mazeikiai (10-5) was defeated at home by fifth ranked Finnish Honka (4-6) 72-60 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Honka. Mazeikiai managed to win third quarter 20-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Honka forced 19 Mazeikiai turnovers. The best player for the winners was Yahye Ali (-2008) who scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Hermanni Raitanen chipped in 22 points. Honka's coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Arijus Busma (-2008) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and Titas Adauskas added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Honka maintains fifth position with 4-6 record. Loser Mazeikiai still keeps top place with five games lost. They share the position with Tartu U.. Honka will meet TalTech (#6) in the next round. Mazeikiai will play against Ezerzeme (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mazeikiai: M.Justas 17+5reb+1ast, B.Arijus 17+12reb+3ast, A.Titas 17+5reb+2ast, K.Sarunas 6+3reb, V.Matas 2+1reb+1ast, J.Gvidas 1+1reb+6ast
Honka: R.Hermanni 22+1reb, A.Yahye 18+5reb+4ast, O.Willem 6+1reb+1ast, N.Robin 5+3reb, H.Nooa 4+5reb+5ast, T.Valtteri 4+5reb+1ast

LePy - Rakvere 50-98

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Espoo where first ranked Estonian Rakvere (4-1) outscored winless Finnish LePy (0-0) 98-50 on Friday. The game without a history. Rakvere led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to LePy's 24. Rakvere forced 32 LePy turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by LePy's players. The best player for the winners was Gregor Lepp who scored 32 points and 6 rebounds (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field). Mathias Uukivi chipped in 23 points. Oskar Hiljander produced 16 points and 5 rebounds and Chidube Nwaukwa added 10 points respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rakvere have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-1 record. Loser LePy still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Rakvere will meet at home higher ranked Cesis in the next round. LePy will play against the league's leader Tartu U. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
LePy: H.Oskar 16+5reb+2ast, N.Chidube 10+4reb+1ast, G.Noel 5+7reb+1ast, S.Aaro 4+4reb, L.Julius 4, E.Oliver 3+2reb
Rakvere: L.Gregor 32+6reb, U.Mathias 23+3reb+3ast, K.Lukas 8+2reb, A.Andris 8+6reb+3ast, V.Kert 7+7reb+7ast, A.Marten 7+4reb+4ast

Viimsi - Panevezio 71-88

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Estonian Viimsi (12-6) at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by Lithuanian Panevezio (0-0) 88-71. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Viimsi. The game was mostly controlled by Panevezio. Viimsi managed to win third quarter 21-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Panevezio shot 66.7 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Panevezio especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 56.3 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of Jonas Trivokas who helped to win the game recording 46 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and Gabrielius Anskinas who added 18 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Kenneth Moldre (-2008) responded with 18 points and Christian Kask scored 7 points and 8 assists. Four Viimsi players scored in double figures. Viimsi's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Panevezio maintains 0th position with 0-0 record, which they share with 6 other teams. Viimsi at the other side still keeps top place with six games lost. Panevezio is looking forward to face league's second-placed Gulbene at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Viimsi will play against Saku KK and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Viimsi: M.Kenneth 18+4reb, L.Fred 11+5reb, B.Robin 11+3ast, V.Hendrik 10+2reb+6ast, K.Christian 7+3reb+8ast, A.Karl 6+3reb+1ast
Panevezio: T.Jonas 46+6reb+2ast, A.Gabrielius 18+2reb+1ast, L.Tadas 11+2reb+2ast, V.Aretas 7+4reb+4ast, S.Vykintas 4+10reb+2ast, R.Augustas 2

Cesis - TalTech 72-47

There was no surprise when 6th ranked Estonian TalTech (3-11) was outplayed on the road by top-ranked Latvian Cesis (0-0) 72-47 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Cesis. TalTech managed to win third quarter 18-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Cesis dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to TalTech's 16. The best player for the winners was Ervins Mihailovs who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Luiss Bulmeisters chipped in 24 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Carl Karber produced 6 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Siim Seenemaa added 4 points and 7 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cesis maintains 0th position with 0-0 record, which they share with 6 other teams. TalTech lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 11 games lost. Cesis will meet league's leader Rakvere on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. TalTech will play against Honka (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
TalTech: V.Kenneth 8, D.Mattias 7+3reb+1ast, K.Robert 6, K.Carl 6+8reb+4ast, T.Karl 6+2reb+2ast, S.Joosep 5+5reb
Cesis: M.Ervins 26+12reb+7ast, B.Luiss 24+5reb+6ast, A.Artis 9+4reb, B.Ricards 9+3reb+1ast, E.Rudis 4+1reb, A.Frederiks 0+2reb

NSK - Taurage 59-39

There was a small surprise in Tartu where sixth ranked Estonian NSK (8-7) outleveled one of their biggest challengers Lithuanian Taurage (8-6) 59-39 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by NSK. Taurage managed to win fourth quarter 10-9. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. NSK dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Taurage's 12. The best player for the winners was Romet Voore (-2008) who scored 11 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Kristen Vagel chipped in 14 points. Arnas Maciunas produced 9 points and 5 rebounds and Domas Lingys added 11 points respectively for the guests. NSK have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser Taurage keeps the fourth position with six games lost. NSK will meet at home higher ranked BTB Tbilisi in the next round. Taurage will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Taurage: L.Domas 11+2reb+2ast, M.Arnas 9+5reb+1ast, V.Aironas 8+5reb, J.Faustas 7+3reb, T.Kasparas 4+7reb+3ast, V.Neimantas 0
NSK: V.Kristen 14+2reb+3ast, K.Robert 13+2reb, V.Romet 11+6reb+7ast, P.Jarek 9+6reb, A.Aleksander 6+6reb+4ast, A.Keiro 4+3reb+1ast

Ezerzeme - Tartu U. 82-46

There was a minor upset in Rezekne where top-ranked Estonian Tartu U. (10-5) was crushed by fourth ranked Latvian Ezerzeme (5-5) 82-46 on Friday. The game without a history. Ezerzeme led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Ezerzeme forced 24 Tartu U. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Rendels Grigorjevs who scored 26 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Lauris Filatovs chipped in 21 points and 7 steals. Four Ezerzeme players scored in double figures. Daniel Kaljula produced 17 points and Jeremi Maekala added 8 points respectively for the guests. Tartu U.'s coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Ezerzeme have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 5-5 record, which they share with Malbas. Loser Tartu U. still keeps top place with five games lost. They share the position with Mazeikiai. Ezerzeme will meet league's second-placed Mazeikiai on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Tartu U. will play against LePy and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tartu U.: K.Daniel 17+4reb+1ast, M.Jeremi 8+2reb+1ast, H.Alex 4+3reb, K.Patrick 4+2reb+3ast, A.Martin 4+1reb+1ast, V.Martin 3+3reb
Ezerzeme: G.Rendels 26+6reb+4ast, F.Lauris 21+1reb+2ast, R.Martins 13+7reb+4ast, N.Erlends 10+9reb+5ast, S.Filips 8+1reb+7ast, S.Adrians 4

Saku KK - Mazeikiai 66-63

Important game to mention about took place in Tallinn. Fifth ranked Estonian Saku KK (7-3) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 3rd ranked Lithuanian Mazeikiai (10-5) 66-63 on Friday evening. Mazeikiai was tied at the half but could not keep up in last two quarters eventually losing the game. The winners were led by point guard Andreas Parn (181-2008) who scored that evening 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Jesper Roman (186-2008) supported him with 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Saku KK's coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 21 points and 6 rebounds by Domantas Turcinskis did not help to save the game for Mazeikiai. Titas Adauskas added 14 points and 7 rebounds for the guests. Saku KK have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Saku KK went down to sixth position due to points difference. Mazeikiai at the other side still keeps top place with five games lost. They share the position with Tartu U.. Saku KK will play against league's leader Viimsi on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Mazeikiai will play against Ezerzeme and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Mazeikiai: T.Domantas 21+6reb+1ast, A.Titas 14+7reb+2ast, J.Gvidas 9+5reb+4ast, M.Justas 5+3reb+1ast, B.Arijus 5+7reb+3ast, V.Matas 4+2reb+3ast
Saku KK: P.Andreas 22+7reb+6ast, R.Jesper 19+8reb+5ast, I.Robin 14+13reb, E.Joosep 3, M.Mathias 2+5reb+1ast, K.Arthur 2+1ast

BTB Tbilisi - Rakvere 59-85

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when first ranked Estonian Rakvere (4-1) smashed on the road winless Georgian BTB Tbilisi (0-0) 85-59 on Friday. The guests trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 8-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 85-59. Rakvere forced 21 BTB Tbilisi turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was Gregor Lepp who had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds. Reno Bork (-2008) chipped in 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Rakvere players scored in double figures. Davit Gigauri produced 18 points and 5 rebounds and Nikoloz Megrelishvili added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rakvere have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-1 record. Loser BTB Tbilisi still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Rakvere will meet at home higher ranked Cesis in the next round. BTB Tbilisi will play against NSK in Tartu and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
BTB Tbilisi: G.Davit 18+5reb+2ast, G.Ioane 10+4reb, M.Nikoloz 10+7reb+1ast, G.Daviti 8+3reb+5ast, D.Davit 6+5reb+3ast, T.Nika 4+1ast
Rakvere: L.Gregor 27+14reb+2ast, B.Reno 17+6reb+4ast, V.Kert 14+3reb+4ast, U.Mathias 11+3reb+3ast, K.Markus 5+2reb+2ast, A.Marten 4+1reb+4ast

Honka - Gulbene 54-69

Not a big story in a game in Espoo where 5th ranked Finnish Honka (4-6) was defeated by second ranked Latvian Gulbene (8-1) 69-54 on Friday. The game without a history. Gulbene led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Honka's 30. They outrebounded Honka 35-21 including 24 on the defensive glass. Gulbene looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Rets Veinbergs (-2008) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks. Guard Ralfs Aleksandrovs (180) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Gulbene players scored in double figures. Point guard Samuel Isotalo (183-2008) produced 12 points and Hermanni Raitanen added 11 points respectively for the hosts. Honka's coach tested eleven players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gulbene have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-1 record having just seventeen point less than leader Rakvere. Loser Honka keeps the fifth place with six games lost. Gulbene will meet higher ranked Panevezio in the next round. Honka will play against TalTech (#6) in Tallinn and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Honka: I.Samuel 12+1reb+3ast, R.Hermanni 11+3reb+1ast, N.Felix 7+2ast, A.Yahye 5+3reb+1ast, T.Valtteri 5+5reb+1ast, H.Nooa 4+2reb+2ast
Gulbene: A.Ralfs 18+6reb+4ast, V.Rets 17+12reb+2ast, L.Matiss 12+4reb+2ast, V.Niklavs 11+3reb+5ast, R.Haralds 7+2reb+1ast, K.Raivo 2+3reb+3ast

Cesis - Viimsi 43-56

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when first ranked Estonian Viimsi (12-6) beat on the road winless Latvian Cesis (0-0) 56-43 on Friday. It was a very close game until the last quarter, when Viimsi's pressure prevailed and they won that period 18-11 extending their advantage to 13 points. Viimsi dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Cesis' 22. Viimsi forced 19 Cesis turnovers and outrebounded them 40-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Robin Berol who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Kenneth Moldre (-2008) chipped in 8 points and 9 rebounds. Ervins Mihailovs produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds and Luiss Bulmeisters added 2 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Viimsi have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-6 record. Loser Cesis still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Viimsi will meet at home Saku KK (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Cesis will play against the league's leader Rakvere (#1) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Cesis: M.Ervins 22+10reb+1ast, B.Ricards 9+1reb+1ast, A.Artis 4+6reb+1ast, B.Rolands 4+1reb+1ast, B.Luiss 2+6reb+3ast, K.Hugo 2+1reb+1ast
Viimsi: B.Robin 15+10reb+1ast, A.Karl 10+4reb+1ast, L.Fred 9+2reb+2ast, M.Kenneth 8+9reb+3ast, K.Christian 8+4reb+6ast, K.Kevin 4+2reb

Panevezio - NSK 72-71

There was no surprise in Panevezys where 6th ranked Estonian NSK (8-7) was edged by top-ranked Lithuanian Panevezio (0-0) 72-71 on Friday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The hosts trailed by 8 points after three quarters before their 28-19 charge, which allowed them to win the game. The best player for the winners was Gabrielius Anskinas who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds. Jonas Trivokas chipped in 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Romet Voore (-2008) produced 11 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists and Jarek Pilt (-2007) added 22 points respectively for the guests. Panevezio maintains 0th position with 0-0 record, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser NSK dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. Panevezio will meet at home league's second-placed Gulbene in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. NSK will play against BTB Tbilisi and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
NSK: P.Jarek 22+4reb, V.Kristen 14+5reb+2ast, V.Romet 11+9reb+7ast, A.Keiro 10+1reb, K.Robert 6+1reb, R.Tormi 4+7reb+1ast
Panevezio: T.Jonas 26+7reb+6ast, A.Gabrielius 22+17reb+2ast, V.Aretas 10+1reb+3ast, L.Tadas 7+1reb, S.Vykintas 4+5reb+3ast, J.Dominykas 3+1reb+2ast

LePy - Ezerzeme 45-95

There was a surprise result in Espoo where fourth ranked Latvian Ezerzeme (5-5) outleveled winless Finnish LePy (0-0) 95-45 on Friday. The game without a history. Ezerzeme led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to LePy's 26. Ezerzeme forced 22 LePy turnovers and outrebounded them 41-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. Ezerzeme looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by LePy's players. The best player for the winners was Rendels Grigorjevs who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Martins Rancans chipped in 24 points and 8 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Four Ezerzeme players scored in double figures. Chidube Nwaukwa produced 19 points and 6 rebounds and Noel Grondahl added 4 points respectively for the hosts. LePy's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Ezerzeme have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 5-5 record, which they share with Malbas. Loser LePy still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Ezerzeme will meet league's second-placed Mazeikiai on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. LePy will play against the league's leader Tartu U. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
LePy: N.Chidube 19+6reb+1ast, M.Miska 6+2reb, L.Julius 6+1ast, G.Noel 4+4reb, S.Aaro 3+1reb+3ast, H.Otso 2+5reb+1ast
Ezerzeme: G.Rendels 25+10reb+4ast, R.Martins 24+8reb+3ast, F.Lauris 16+1reb+4ast, S.Filips 10+2reb+9ast, N.Erlends 8+9reb+6ast, K.Artis 6+8reb+3ast