Round 8 (Regular Season): AIK defeats Jelgava in the closest game of the week

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 8 in the BBBL ended with only two-point defeat of 3rd ranked Latvian Jelgava (11-4) to second ranked Swedish AIK (10-5) 66-64 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Jelgava. AIK took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Jelgava won third quarter 20-12. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when AIK won last quarter 19-18. Strangely Jelgava outrebounded AIK 55-34 including a 25-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Oscar Westlund who helped to win the game recording 17 points and Dino Kalpakas who added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Kristaps Kaufelds responded with 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Jelgava's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory AIK went down to tenth position due to points difference. Jelgava at the other side dropped to the eighth place with four games lost. They share the position with BS Riga.
Important game to mention about was the one when fifth ranked Latvian Bauska (9-6) saved a 3-point victory edging second-ranked Swedish AIK (10-5) 72-69 on Sunday evening. The winners were led by Rainers Livmanis who scored that evening 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Braiens Burmistrovs supported him with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by Dino Kalpakas did not help to save the game for AIK. Bauska have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Bauska went down to eleventh position due to points difference. AIK at the other side dropped to the tenth place with five games lost.
Very important is a loss of Lithuanian NKA (0-0) against fourteenth ranked Estonian Hito (6-9) on Saturday night. NKA unexpectedly was defeated by 51-58. The best player for the winners was Miroslav Gasanbekov who had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Dominykas Kavolis produced 27 points and 6 rebounds for Hito. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Hito went down to twentieth position due to points difference, which they share with Orissaare. Loser NKA still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 8: Bauska destroyed Basketbola klase 75-49. East-Ball lost to Estonian defending champion Orissaare 31-63. Jelgava managed to beat Viimsi 67-52. Tartu BS defeated Kesklinna 67-60. Silverstars smashed Bauska 85-60. A.Kraukla/VEF lost to AIK 71-86. Hito unfortunately lost to Karud 38-56. Taurage managed to beat Basketbola klase 57-47. Winless NKA was defeated by Tartu BS 53-45. Viimsi beat A.Kraukla/VEF 64-60. Winless Bertans destroyed Bro's 56-32. Winless NKA unfortunately lost to BS Riga 62-79. Taurage rolled over Jugla 81-39. Winless Bro's lost to Estonian defending champion Orissaare 43-76. BS Riga beat Jugla 75-60. Winless Mens Sana was destroyed by East-Ball 44-75. Kesklinna was outscored by Pardaugava 76-52. Kalev Cramo recorded a loss to Jugla 39-52. Karud was defeated by Pardaugava 49-45. Viimsi smashed AIK 61-27. Karud destroyed Mens Sana 96-41. Winless Bertans managed to outperform Kalev Cramo 41-40. Orissaare lost to undefeated Bertans 51-55. Bauska defeated Hito 55-51. Jelgava smashed Jugla 73-46. Pardaugava lost to BS Riga 71-85. Kalev Cramo managed to outperform Bro's 52-34. Winless Bro's recorded a loss to East-Ball 37-52. Kesklinna crushed Mens Sana 128-35. Winless Mens Sana was smashed by Tartu BS 28-127.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 15 points and 6 rebounds by Oscar Kripp of Kalev Cramo.



Basketbola klase - Bauska 49-75

Very expected game when 14th ranked Basketbola klase (5-10) was crushed by fifth ranked Bauska (9-6) 75-49 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Bauska. Basketbola klase managed to win fourth quarter 16-15. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Bauska dominated on the defensive end, holding Basketbola klase to just 7 points in first quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Basketbola klase's 20. They outrebounded Basketbola klase 46-33 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Braiens Burmistrovs who scored 31 points and 7 rebounds. Toms Pavlovics chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Kristers Berkis produced 16 points and 6 steals and Ralfs Berzins added 9 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Bauska. They have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Bauska went down to eleventh position due to points difference. Basketbola klase lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the twenty second place with ten games lost. They share the position with Jugla.
Top scorers:
Basketbola klase: K.Berkis 16+4reb, R.Berzins 9+5reb+2ast, K.Zelcs 7+4reb, T.Klavins 7+5reb+1ast, R.Ezis 5+8reb+1ast, V.Salcevics 3+3reb+2ast
Bauska: B.Burmistrovs 31+7reb+1ast, R.Livmanis 15+7reb+4ast, T.Pavlovics 15+16reb+3ast, R.Latuns 7+4reb+4ast, A.Ivanovs 4+7reb+1ast, M.Biezais 3+1reb+1ast

East-Ball - Orissaare 31-63

Very predictable result when fifteenth ranked Estonian Orissaare (6-9) smashed 24th ranked Latvian East-Ball (2-3) 63-31 on Saturday. The game without a history. Orissaare led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding East-Ball to just 5 points in first and third quarters. Orissaare held East-Ball to an opponent 23.8 percent shooting from the field compared to 36.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Orissaare forced 26 East-Ball turnovers and outrebounded them 41-26 including 18 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was Uku Ruutel who scored 19 points. Joosep Luht chipped in 6 points and 5 assists. Linards Gangitis produced 11 points and 8 rebounds and Haralds Ozolins added 9 points respectively for Orissaare. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Orissaare went down to twentieth position due to points difference, which they share with Hito. Loser East-Ball dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with Cesis.
Top scorers:
East-Ball: L.Gangitis 11+8reb, H.Ozolins 9+4reb+1ast, R.Mihasevics 4+8reb, D.Lacis 3+1reb, R.Ozolins 2, K.Karanausks 2+1reb
Orissaare: U.Ruutel 19+4reb+2ast, K.Naaber 14, A.Pere 8+1reb+2ast, O.Metsla 6+4reb, J.Luht 6+4reb+5ast, M.Mottus 5+9reb

Viimsi - Jelgava 52-67

Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Estonian Viimsi (7-3) was defeated by third ranked Latvian Jelgava (11-4) 67-52 on Saturday. The game without a history. Jelgava led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Jelgava outrebounded Viimsi 52-25 including a 27-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Kristaps Kaminskis who scored 7 points and 11 rebounds. Bruno Riders chipped in 15 points. Jelgava's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Raimond Valdre produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and Hendrik Voiter added 15 points and 5 assists respectively for Jelgava. They have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Jelgava went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with BS Riga. Loser Viimsi dropped to the fifteenth place with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Viimsi: R.Valdre 20+5reb, H.Voiter 15+2reb+5ast, S.Heinla 10+6reb+4ast, L.Seepter 2, A.Kuljamae 2+2reb+4ast, G.Kahrik 2+1reb
Jelgava: B.Riders 15+3reb, K.Kluns 9+7reb+1ast, K.Kaufelds 8+4reb+5ast, K.Kaminskis 7+11reb, R.Riders 7+5reb, A.Leitis 7+8reb+2ast

Tartu BS - Kesklinna 67-60

Everything went according to plan when first ranked Tartu BS (13-2) beat 9th ranked Kesklinna (8-7) 67-60 on Saturday. Tartu BS took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Kesklinna won third quarter 19-18. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The best player for the winners was Mauro Veermae who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Henri Lindeberg chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks. Mathias Jaani produced 20 points and 6 rebounds and Villem Jurtsenko added 16 points respectively for Tartu BS. They have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Tartu BS went down to seventh position due to points difference. Loser Kesklinna dropped to the twelfth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Karud.
Top scorers:
Kesklinna: M.Jaani 20+6reb+3ast, V.Jurtsenko 16+3reb+2ast, J.Lillemagi 9+6reb+3ast, M.Luht 6+6reb+2ast, C.Himma 5+6reb+1ast, K.Naarits 4+3reb+1ast
Tartu BS: M.Veermae 17+12reb+3ast, H.Lindeberg 16+8reb+3ast, M.Teppo 13+10reb+4ast, M.Murkhain 9+5reb+4ast, R.Prants 6, L.Joorits 4+1reb

Hito - NKA 58-51

Very important is a loss of Lithuanian NKA (0-0) against fourteenth ranked Estonian Hito (6-9) on Saturday night. NKA unexpectedly was defeated by 51-58. Hito trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 4-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 58-51. The best player for the winners was Miroslav Gasanbekov who had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Mergo Lindeberg chipped in 12 points and 6 rebounds. Four Hito players scored in double figures. Dominykas Kavolis produced 27 points and 6 rebounds and Matas Liesis added 9 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Hito. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Hito went down to twentieth position due to points difference, which they share with Orissaare. Loser NKA still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
NKA: D.Kavolis 27+6reb+2ast, M.Liesis 9+5reb+3ast, J.Dudonis 6+5reb, D.Cecys 5+10reb, R.Gedgaudas 3+6reb, Z.Statkus 1+4reb+3ast
Hito: M.Lindeberg 12+6reb+1ast, M.Gasanbekov 10+12reb+1ast, R.Rose 10+5reb+2ast, A.Pae 10+3reb+2ast, B.Rego 9+3reb+1ast, M.Merirand 4+3reb+4ast

Bauska - Silverstars 60-85

There was an upset when higher ranked Bauska (9-6) was outplayed by top-ranked Silverstars (4-0) 85-60 on Saturday. The game without a history. Silverstars led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Bauska's 32. Silverstars forced 24 Bauska turnovers and outrebounded them 42-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Augustas Tickus who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Mantas Zelvys chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Five Silverstars players scored in double figures. Braiens Burmistrovs produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds and Rainers Livmanis added 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Silverstars. They have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Silverstars went down to twenty fourth position due to points difference. Loser Bauska dropped to the eleventh place with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Bauska: B.Burmistrovs 26+10reb+2ast, R.Livmanis 18+6reb+4ast, A.Ivanovs 6+6reb+4ast, M.Biezais 5+2ast, R.Latuns 3+1reb+2ast, R.Razavicus 2+1reb
Silverstars: J.Brackus 17+4reb+2ast, A.Tickus 17+11reb+1ast, I.Martinkus 12+2reb+4ast, M.Zelvys 12+13reb+4ast, K.Vanagas 12+6reb+3ast, U.Gervinas 7+1reb+1ast

A.Kraukla/VEF - AIK 71-86

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Swedish AIK (10-5) won against 7th ranked Latvian A.Kraukla/VEF (6-4) 86-71 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by AIK. A.Kraukla/VEF managed to win third quarter 20-10. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. AIK dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to A.Kraukla/VEF's 42. The best player for the winners was Oscar Westlund who scored 27 points and 7 rebounds. Dino Kalpakas chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Marks Supe produced 35 points (!!!) and Ralfs Ozols added 10 points and 11 rebounds respectively for AIK. Four A.Kraukla/VEF players scored in double figures. Despite that victory AIK went down to tenth position due to points difference. A.Kraukla/VEF lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth place with four games lost. They share the position with Siauliu and Tbilisi.
Top scorers:
A.Kraukla/VEF: M.Supe 35+4reb+3ast, R.Ozols 10+11reb+1ast, K.Girgensons 10+1ast, M.Mozeiko 10+1reb+2ast, R.Tale 4+1reb+2ast, R.Sondors 2
AIK: O.Westlund 27+7reb+2ast, D.Kalpakas 18+6reb+2ast, A.Vahlberg 16+4ast, O.Savva 8+3reb+1ast, J.Soderman 7+2reb, R.Jacobsson 4+4ast

Karud - Hito 56-38

Very expected game when 14th ranked Hito (6-9) was defeated by seventh ranked Karud (8-7) 56-38 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Karud. Hito managed to win third quarter 13-5. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Karud dominated on the defensive end, holding Hito to just 6 points in second quarter and to 14 points in first half. They held Hito to an opponent 22.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 47.1 percent accuracy of the winners. Karud forced 21 Hito turnovers. The best player for the winners was Richard-Matthias Varrik who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Jasper Ojala chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. Karud's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Marten Merirand produced 8 points and 10 rebounds and Mergo Lindeberg added 14 points and 5 steals respectively for Karud. They have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Karud went down to twelfth position due to points difference, which they share with Kesklinna. Loser Hito dropped to the twentieth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Orissaare.
Top scorers:
Hito: M.Lindeberg 14+2reb+2ast, M.Merirand 8+10reb+1ast, R.Rose 7+5reb, M.Gasanbekov 6+11reb, B.Rego 3+2reb+1ast, M.Mihailov 0+1reb
Karud: R.Varrik 18+11reb+1ast, J.Ojala 17+5reb+3ast, M.Kitsing 12+2reb+1ast, R.Milvek 6+6reb+2ast, K.Nikkarev 3+1ast, R.Rikker 0

Taurage - Basketbola klase 57-47

There was a surprise result when twenty second ranked Lithuanian Taurage (2-2) defeated higher ranked Latvian Basketbola klase (5-10) 57-47 on Saturday. Taurage dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to Basketbola klase's 14. They outrebounded Basketbola klase 37-26 including 26 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Elijus Zilevicius who scored 23 points and 8 rebounds. Patrikas Bertulis chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Kristers Berkis produced 15 points and Tomass Klavins added 13 points respectively for Taurage. Despite that victory Taurage went down to twenty seventh position due to points difference. Basketbola klase lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the twenty second place with ten games lost. They share the position with Jugla.
Top scorers:
Basketbola klase: K.Berkis 15+3reb+1ast, T.Klavins 13+4reb+1ast, M.Vinbergs 6+2reb+1ast, R.Berzins 5+2reb+5ast, R.Ezis 5+6reb, V.Salcevics 3+4reb+2ast
Taurage: E.Zilevicius 23+8reb+1ast, P.Bertulis 11+9reb+1ast, A.Budginas 10+7reb+4ast, E.Macijauskas 8+5reb+2ast, A.Sarapinas 5+3reb+6ast, T.Bartusis 0+2reb

Tartu BS - NKA 53-45

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when bottom-ranked Lithuanian NKA (0-0) was defeated by first ranked Estonian Tartu BS (13-2) 53-45 on Saturday. Tartu BS took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 8-3. But NKA won second period 12-8. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Tartu BS dominated on the defensive end, holding NKA to just 3 points in first quarter. The best player for the winners was Matthias Murkhain who scored 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Mauro Veermae chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 15 rebounds. Matas Liesis produced 16 points and 6 rebounds and Dominykas Kavolis added 17 points respectively for Tartu BS. NKA's coach let to play twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tartu BS have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Tartu BS went down to seventh position due to points difference. Loser NKA still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
NKA: D.Kavolis 17+3reb, M.Liesis 16+6reb+1ast, R.Gedgaudas 5+8reb+1ast, Z.Statkus 3+1reb+1ast, D.Cecys 2+5reb+2ast, A.Urbonas 2+5reb+1ast
Tartu BS: M.Murkhain 15+5reb+8ast, M.Veermae 10+15reb+1ast, L.Joorits 9+2ast, M.Teppo 8+4reb+2ast, K.Karu 5+2reb, H.Lindeberg 4+7reb+3ast

Viimsi - A.Kraukla/VEF 64-60

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Estonian Viimsi and 7th ranked Latvian A.Kraukla/VEF had identical 6-3 record. This time Viimsi beat the opponent Riga 64-60 on Saturday night. Viimsi took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But A.Kraukla/VEF won third quarter 16-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Viimsi forced 23 A.Kraukla/VEF turnovers. The best player for the winners was Raimond Valdre who scored 18 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Hendrik Voiter chipped in 15 points. Marks Supe produced 17 points, 8 assists and 4 steals and Ralfs Ozols added 12 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Viimsi. Despite that victory Viimsi went down to fifteenth position due to points difference. A.Kraukla/VEF lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth place with four games lost. They share the position with Siauliu and Tbilisi.
Top scorers:
A.Kraukla/VEF: M.Supe 17+3reb+8ast, K.Girgensons 15+4reb, R.Ozols 12+9reb+2ast, M.Mozeiko 9+3reb+1ast, M.Pommers 5+5reb, T.Bodnieks 2+5reb+1ast
Viimsi: R.Valdre 18+6reb+4ast, H.Voiter 15+4reb+1ast, W.Kotka 11+2reb+3ast, S.Heinla 9+6reb+3ast, H.Vaabel 3+1reb+1ast, L.Seepter 3

AIK - Jelgava 66-64

The most exciting game of round 8 in the BBBL ended with only two-point defeat of 3rd ranked Latvian Jelgava (11-4) to second ranked Swedish AIK (10-5) 66-64 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Jelgava. AIK took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Jelgava won third quarter 20-12. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was decided in the last minutes when AIK won last quarter 19-18. Strangely Jelgava outrebounded AIK 55-34 including a 25-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Oscar Westlund who helped to win the game recording 17 points and Dino Kalpakas who added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Kristaps Kaufelds responded with 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Aleksis Leitis scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Jelgava's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory AIK went down to tenth position due to points difference. Jelgava at the other side dropped to the eighth place with four games lost. They share the position with BS Riga.
Top scorers:
Jelgava: A.Leitis 13+6reb, K.Kaufelds 11+9reb+4ast, R.Riders 10+3reb+2ast, B.Riders 9+7reb, E.Salajevs 9+5reb, K.Kaminskis 5+10reb+1ast
AIK: O.Westlund 17+4reb+1ast, A.Vahlberg 16+1reb+2ast, D.Kalpakas 11+5reb+6ast, J.Soderman 8+9reb, I.Cvrk 7+1reb+1ast, O.Savva 5+3reb

Bauska - AIK 72-69

Important game to mention about was the one when fifth ranked Latvian Bauska (9-6) saved a 3-point victory edging second-ranked Swedish AIK (10-5) 72-69 on Sunday evening. Bauska was ahead by 2 points but lost the second period ending it with a 5-point deficit before their 26-18 run, which allowed them to win the game. Bauska forced 22 AIK turnovers. The winners were led by Rainers Livmanis who scored that evening 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Braiens Burmistrovs supported him with 19 points and 8 rebounds. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by Dino Kalpakas did not help to save the game for AIK. Abdouile Vahlberg added 18 points for Bauska. Bauska have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Bauska went down to eleventh position due to points difference. AIK at the other side dropped to the tenth place with five games lost.
Top scorers:
AIK: A.Vahlberg 18+2reb+1ast, D.Kalpakas 11+7reb+6ast, I.Cvrk 9+1reb, J.Soderman 8+5reb, O.Savva 8+3reb+2ast, O.Westlund 6+6reb+1ast
Bauska: R.Livmanis 24+7reb+4ast, B.Burmistrovs 19+8reb+2ast, A.Ivanovs 11+8reb+2ast, M.Biezais 9+3reb+1ast, T.Pavlovics 7+10reb+5ast, R.Latuns 2+4reb

Bro's - Bertans 32-56

There was a minor upset when their close opponent Georgian Bro's (0-0) were outplayed by top-ranked Latvian Bertans (0-0) 56-32 on Saturday. The game without a history. Bertans led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Bro's to just 6 points in second quarter. Bertans forced 21 Bro's turnovers and outrebounded them 48-32 including a 24-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Raivo Boss who scored 15 points. Maikls Devenis chipped in 12 points. Daviti Samkharadze produced 4 points and 9 rebounds and Nikoloz Tskhvaradze added 6 points respectively for Bertans. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Bertans went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with 8 other teams including defeated Bro's.
Top scorers:
Bro's: N.Tskhvaradze 6+2reb+2ast, N.Khutchua 5+4reb, A.Shengelia 5+3reb, O.Ivanidze 5+1reb+1ast, M.Gogritchiani 4+1reb, D.Samkharadze 4+9reb+1ast
Bertans: R.Boss 15+3reb+1ast, M.Devenis 12+2reb+2ast, A.Baltins 6+7reb+1ast, K.Mikelsons 5+3reb+1ast, M.Noviks 4+1reb, M.Kleins 3+4reb+1ast

NKA - BS Riga 62-79

There was a small surprise when second ranked Latvian BS Riga (11-4) won against winless Lithuanian NKA (0-0) 79-62 on Sunday. The game without a history. BS Riga led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Strangely NKA outrebounded BS Riga 38-26 including 23 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Ralfs Valenieks who scored 20 points. Henrijs Abakuks chipped in 11 points. Four BS Riga players scored in double figures. Rytis Gedgaudas produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and Dominykas Kavolis added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for BS Riga. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. BS Riga have an impressive 11-game winning streak. Despite that victory BS Riga went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with Jelgava. Loser NKA still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
NKA: R.Gedgaudas 13+12reb+2ast, D.Kavolis 12+5reb+2ast, M.Liesis 11+2reb+1ast, Z.Statkus 9+7reb+3ast, J.Dudonis 9+3reb+2ast, T.Tamulionis 6+1reb
BS Riga: R.Valenieks 20+3reb+2ast, M.Metra 12+1reb+2ast, H.Abakuks 11+3reb+2ast, E.Dumpis 10+3reb+2ast, L.Reinkops 8+6reb+1ast, P.Reide 6+8reb

Jugla - Taurage 39-81

There was an upset when higher ranked Latvian Jugla (5-10) was crushed by twenty second ranked Lithuanian Taurage (2-2) 81-39 on Sunday. The game without a history. Taurage led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Jugla to just 6 points in second quarter. Taurage held Jugla to an opponent 22.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 43.7 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Jugla 56-25 including a 18-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Taurage looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Jugla's players. The best player for the winners was Patrikas Bertulis who scored 27 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Einaras Macijauskas chipped in 9 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Mikus Konosonoks produced 18 points and Nils Smits added 6 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Taurage. Despite that victory Taurage went down to twenty seventh position due to points difference. Loser Jugla dropped to the twenty second place with ten games lost. They share the position with Basketbola klase.
Top scorers:
Jugla: M.Konosonoks 18+2reb+2ast, N.Smits 6+5reb+2ast, R.Rusa 6+2reb+2ast, E.Uvarovs 6+5reb, N.Cetrausks 3+4reb+1ast, A.Fjodorovs 0+3reb
Taurage: P.Bertulis 27+9reb+4ast, E.Zilevicius 10+8reb+4ast, A.Budginas 9+8reb+5ast, E.Macijauskas 9+13reb+4ast, V.Eicas 9+1reb+1ast, K.Barscauskas 8+8reb

Bro's - Orissaare 43-76

There was a surprise result when fifteenth ranked Estonian Orissaare (6-9) smashed winless Georgian Bro's (0-0) 76-43 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Orissaare. Bro's managed to win fourth quarter 10-9. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Orissaare dominated on the defensive end, holding Bro's to just 7 points in third quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Bro's' 30. They outrebounded Bro's 36-21 including a 26-12 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Orissaare especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 53.3 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 4 passes made by Bro's' players. The best player for the winners was Anri Pere who scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Uku Ruutel chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Nikoloz Tskhvaradze produced 15 points and Andria Shengelia added 8 points respectively for Orissaare. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Orissaare went down to twentieth position due to points difference, which they share with Hito. Loser Bro's still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Bro's: N.Tskhvaradze 15+1reb+1ast, S.Berekashvili 8+2reb, A.Shengelia 8+3reb, D.Samkharadze 4+2reb, G.Kvitsiani 3+1reb+2ast, N.Butkhuzi 3+2reb+1ast
Orissaare: A.Pere 22+5reb+5ast, U.Ruutel 15+5reb+2ast, K.Naaber 10+1reb+1ast, K.Naaber 8+6reb+1ast, J.Luht 8+2reb+3ast, O.Metsla 7+1reb+1ast

Jugla - BS Riga 60-75

Not a big story in a game when 16th ranked Jugla (5-10) was defeated by second ranked BS Riga (11-4) 75-60 on Saturday. BS Riga trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 3-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 75-60. BS Riga forced 19 Jugla turnovers. The best player for the winners was Patriks Reide who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Emils Dumpis chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. Five BS Riga players scored in double figures. Harijs Hahelis produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 20 rebounds and Mikus Konosonoks added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively for BS Riga. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. BS Riga have an impressive 11-game winning streak. Despite that victory BS Riga went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with Jelgava. Loser Jugla dropped to the twenty second place with ten games lost. They share the position with Basketbola klase.
Top scorers:
Jugla: M.Konosonoks 21+6reb+1ast, H.Hahelis 15+20reb+1ast, E.Uvarovs 15+5reb+2ast, A.Fjodorovs 5, N.Smits 2+3reb+2ast, R.Cakste 2
BS Riga: E.Dumpis 15+7reb+3ast, R.Valenieks 14+3ast, M.Metra 14+1reb+1ast, P.Reide 13+12reb+1ast, L.Reinkops 12+6reb+1ast, K.Vulans 3+2reb

Mens Sana - East-Ball 44-75

There was a surprise result when twenty fourth ranked Latvian East-Ball (2-3) outscored winless Georgian Mens Sana (0-0) 75-44 on Saturday. East-Ball forced 34 Mens Sana turnovers. The best player for the winners was Haralds Ozolins who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Ricards Mihasevics chipped in 11 points and 9 rebounds. Andria Tskvitinidze produced 10 points and 6 rebounds and Lazare Kashia added 4 points and 7 rebounds respectively for East-Ball. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. East-Ball moved-up to second place, which they share with Cesis. Loser Mens Sana still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Mens Sana: L.Shonia 11, A.Tskvitinidze 10+6reb, N.Jashi 8+3reb+2ast, L.Kashia 4+7reb+3ast, M.Nishnianidze 4+2reb, S.Jikia 2+8reb
East-Ball: H.Ozolins 26+12reb+5ast, R.Mihasevics 11+9reb+3ast, G.Prieditis 10+2reb, A.Majevskis 7+4reb+2ast, L.Gangitis 6+5reb, R.Ozolins 5+2reb+2ast

Pardaugava - Kesklinna 76-52

There was a minor upset when their close opponent Estonian Kesklinna (8-7) was outplayed by ninth ranked Latvian Pardaugava (7-8) 76-52 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Pardaugava. Kesklinna managed to win second period 21-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Pardaugava dominated on the defensive end, holding Kesklinna to just 5 points in first quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Kesklinna's 28. They outrebounded Kesklinna 46-26 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Pardaugava made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Edgars Bogomols who had a double-double by scoring 30 points and 13 rebounds. Denizs Gencajs chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. Pardaugava's coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mathias Jaani produced 17 points and 5 rebounds and Jorgen Lillemagi added 16 points respectively for Pardaugava. They have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Pardaugava went down to sixteenth position due to points difference. Loser Kesklinna dropped to the twelfth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Karud.
Top scorers:
Kesklinna: M.Jaani 17+5reb+2ast, J.Lillemagi 16+2reb, O.Paidra 7+6reb+1ast, M.Luht 5+4reb+1ast, C.Himma 4+4reb+1ast, V.Jurtsenko 3+1reb
Pardaugava: E.Bogomols 30+13reb+1ast, D.Gencajs 13+9reb, J.Osmanis 10+2reb+1ast, K.Grinbergs 9+1reb+3ast, R.Baculis 5+13reb+1ast, D.Lipsnis 5+4reb

Kalev Cramo - Jugla 39-52

No shocking result in a game when sixteenth ranked Latvian Jugla (5-10) won against 26th ranked Estonian Kalev Cramo (2-13) 52-39 on Saturday. The game without a history. Jugla led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Kalev Cramo to just 7 points in first quarter. Jugla held Kalev Cramo to an opponent 23.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 32.2 percent accuracy of the winners. Jugla forced 25 Kalev Cramo turnovers. The best player for the winners was Harijs Hahelis who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds. Nils Smits chipped in 8 points and 10 rebounds. Jugla's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Antoni Kornet (-2009) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and Kris Teder added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Jugla. Despite that victory Jugla went down to twenty second position due to points difference, which they share with Basketbola klase. Loser Kalev Cramo dropped to the twenty ninth place with 13 games lost.
Top scorers:
Kalev Cramo: K.Teder 12+5reb, A.Kornet 11+11reb+1ast, O.Kripp 7+6reb+1ast, R.Siil 6+5reb, A.Leinatamm 3+1reb, A.Siiroja 0+1reb
Jugla: H.Hahelis 17+16reb+2ast, N.Smits 8+10reb+3ast, M.Konosonoks 7+4reb+1ast, R.Rusa 7+3reb, N.Cetrausks 6+4reb+1ast, E.Uvarovs 3+4reb+1ast

Pardaugava - Karud 49-45

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Estonian Karud (8-7) was defeated by ninth ranked Latvian Pardaugava (7-8) 49-45 on Sunday. Pardaugava trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 21-13 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Pardaugava forced 19 Karud turnovers and outrebounded them 40-27 including 25 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was Edgars Bogomols who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds. Rihards Baculis chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds. Pardaugava's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Richard-Matthias Varrik produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds and Jasper Ojala added 15 points respectively for Pardaugava. They have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Pardaugava went down to sixteenth position due to points difference. Loser Karud dropped to the twelfth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Kesklinna.
Top scorers:
Karud: J.Ojala 15+2reb+2ast, M.Kitsing 13+1reb, R.Varrik 10+10reb, R.Milvek 5+5reb+2ast, H.Kirsipuu 2+5reb, R.Rikker 0
Pardaugava: E.Bogomols 17+13reb+3ast, R.Baculis 13+6reb+3ast, K.Grinbergs 8+6reb+2ast, A.Krivko 4+2reb, K.Azens 3+3reb, D.Gencajs 2+4reb

Viimsi - AIK 61-27

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Estonian Viimsi (7-3) smashed second-ranked Swedish AIK (10-5) 61-27 on Sunday. The game without a history. Viimsi led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding AIK to just 4 points in third quarter and to 11 points in second half. Viimsi dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to AIK's 18. Viimsi forced 26 AIK turnovers and outrebounded them 40-25 including a 15-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Hendrik Voiter who scored 23 points. Raimond Valdre chipped in 9 points and 7 rebounds. Oscar Westlund produced 7 points and Julian Soderman added 4 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Viimsi. Despite that victory Viimsi went down to fifteenth position due to points difference. Loser AIK dropped to the tenth place with five games lost.
Top scorers:
AIK: R.Jacobsson 7+2reb, O.Westlund 7+3reb+1ast, A.Vahlberg 5+3reb, J.Soderman 4+5reb+1ast, O.Savva 4+2reb+1ast, I.Cvrk 0+1reb
Viimsi: H.Voiter 23+3reb+1ast, H.Vaabel 11+2reb, R.Valdre 9+7reb+3ast, G.Kahrik 6+2reb+2ast, S.Heinla 5+5reb+2ast, L.Seepter 3+2reb+4ast

Mens Sana - Karud 41-96

There was an upset when bottom-ranked Georgian Mens Sana (0-0) was rolled over by seventh ranked Estonian Karud (8-7) 96-41 on Saturday. The game without a history. Karud led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Mens Sana to just 6 points in third quarter and to 12 points in second half. Karud dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Mens Sana's 34. Karud forced 26 Mens Sana turnovers and outrebounded them 41-25 including 20 on the offensive glass. Karud looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Mens Sana's players. The best player for the winners was Jasper Ojala who scored 20 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 8 steals. Richard-Matthias Varrik chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Four Karud players scored in double figures. Lazare Kashia produced 13 points and 5 rebounds and Andria Tskvitinidze added 10 points respectively for Karud. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Karud have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Karud went down to twelfth position due to points difference, which they share with Kesklinna. Loser Mens Sana still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Mens Sana: L.Kashia 13+5reb+2ast, A.Tskvitinidze 10+2reb+1ast, N.Psuturi 7+1reb, S.Jikia 5+3reb+1ast, L.Shonia 4+3reb+1ast, I.Gomiashvili 2+2reb+1ast
Karud: J.Ojala 20+8reb+5ast, R.Varrik 18+10reb+1ast, M.Kitsing 17+1reb+4ast, K.Nikkarev 11+1reb+3ast, M.Maesalu 11+1reb+3ast, R.Milvek 10+6reb+3ast

Bertans - Kalev Cramo 41-40

Everything went according to plan when top-ranked Latvian Bertans (0-0) edged 26th ranked Estonian Kalev Cramo (2-13) 41-40 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Bertans took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 15-8. But Kalev Cramo won second period 11-10. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Bertans forced 25 Kalev Cramo turnovers and had a 16-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Adrians Esterlins who scored 9 points and 7 rebounds. Teodors Dancis chipped in 8 points. Bertans' coach used entire bench in such tough game. Oscar Kripp produced 15 points and 6 rebounds and Antoni Kornet (-2009) added 7 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Bertans. Despite that victory Bertans went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Kalev Cramo dropped to the twenty ninth place with 13 games lost.
Top scorers:
Kalev Cramo: O.Kripp 15+6reb+1ast, K.Teder 8+3reb+1ast, A.Kornet 7+9reb+2ast, S.Vaartnou 6+3reb+2ast, L.Volberg 4+1ast, A.Leinatamm 0+2reb+1ast
Bertans: A.Esterlins 9+7reb+1ast, T.Dancis 8+3reb+3ast, M.Noviks 6+3reb, R.Boss 5+4reb+1ast, M.Devenis 3+1reb+3ast, K.Mikelsons 3+2reb

Bertans - Orissaare 55-51

There was no surprise when 15th ranked Estonian Orissaare (6-9) was defeated by top-ranked Latvian Bertans (0-0) 55-51 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Bertans took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Orissaare won third quarter 16-14. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Bertans dominated on the defensive end, holding Orissaare to just 6 points in first quarter. The best player for the winners was Adrians Esterlins who scored 16 points. Raivo Boss chipped in 9 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Anri Pere produced 8 points and 12 rebounds and Oskar Metsla added 9 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Bertans. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Bertans went down to third position due to points difference, which they share with 8 other teams. Defending Estonian champion Orissaare dropped to the twentieth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Hito.
Top scorers:
Orissaare: U.Ruutel 12+1reb, K.Naaber 11+2ast, O.Metsla 9+5reb, A.Niits 9+1reb+2ast, A.Pere 8+12reb+2ast, J.Luht 2+3reb+3ast
Bertans: A.Esterlins 16+2reb+3ast, R.Boss 9+5reb+4ast, A.Baltins 8+5reb+1ast, L.Mastins 7+2reb+4ast, J.Atlacis 5+1reb, M.Noviks 4+1reb

Bauska - Hito 55-51

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Latvian Bauska (9-6) won against 14th ranked Estonian Hito (6-9) 55-51 on Sunday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Hito was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Bauska dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Hito's 18. The best player for the winners was Braiens Burmistrovs who scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Rinalds Latuns chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. Mergo Lindeberg produced 21 points and Bogdan Rego added 10 points respectively for Bauska. Hito's coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Bauska have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Bauska went down to eleventh position due to points difference. Loser Hito dropped to the twentieth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Orissaare.
Top scorers:
Hito: M.Lindeberg 21+4reb, B.Rego 10+3reb, H.Sildnik 7+1reb+1ast, R.Rose 5+6reb+1ast, R.Neem 4+1reb, M.Mihailov 2+3reb
Bauska: R.Latuns 16+5reb, B.Burmistrovs 15+5reb+3ast, R.Livmanis 11+6reb+3ast, A.Ivanovs 5+6reb+4ast, J.Barani 4+2reb, T.Pavlovics 4+6reb

Jugla - Jelgava 46-73

Very expected game when 16th ranked Jugla (5-10) was crushed by third ranked Jelgava (11-4) 73-46 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Jelgava. Jugla managed to win fourth quarter 13-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Jelgava dominated on the defensive end, holding Jugla to just 7 points in second quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Jugla's 30. Jelgava forced 21 Jugla turnovers and outrebounded them 54-28 including a 27-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Jelgava looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Jugla's players. The best player for the winners was Edvards Salajevs who had a double-double by scoring 10 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists. Kristians Kluns chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Four Jelgava players scored in double figures. Jelgava's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mikus Konosonoks produced 27 points and 5 rebounds and Nils Smits added 6 points respectively for Jelgava. They have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Jelgava went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with BS Riga. Loser Jugla dropped to the twenty second place with ten games lost. They share the position with Basketbola klase.
Top scorers:
Jugla: M.Konosonoks 27+5reb, N.Smits 6+4reb+1ast, E.Uvarovs 5+1reb+2ast, R.Cakste 5+1reb+1ast, R.Saicans 2+1reb, R.Rusa 1+8reb+2ast
Jelgava: R.Klava 17+3reb+2ast, B.Riders 13+7reb, K.Kluns 12+11reb, E.Salajevs 10+9reb+10ast, K.Kaufelds 6+3reb+4ast, G.Rokols 5+7reb+2ast

Pardaugava - BS Riga 71-85

Very predictable result when second ranked BS Riga (11-4) defeated 9th ranked Pardaugava (7-8) 85-71 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by BS Riga. Pardaugava managed to win fourth quarter 23-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. BS Riga forced 21 Pardaugava turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Pardaugava's players. The best player for the winners was Ralfs Valenieks who scored 20 points and 4 assists. Marko Metra chipped in 14 points, 8 assists and 4 steals. Four BS Riga players scored in double figures. Kristaps Grinbergs produced 13 points and 6 rebounds and Davids Lipsnis added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for BS Riga. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. BS Riga have an impressive 11-game winning streak. Despite that victory BS Riga went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with Jelgava. Loser Pardaugava dropped to the sixteenth place with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Pardaugava: E.Bogomols 15+2reb+1ast, K.Grinbergs 13+6reb+1ast, D.Lipsnis 12+7reb, M.Kurciss 7+1reb, J.Osmanis 6, K.Azens 5+3reb+2ast
BS Riga: R.Valenieks 20+4reb+4ast, L.Reinkops 16+4reb+1ast, M.Metra 14+1reb+8ast, P.Reide 12+4reb, E.Dumpis 8+2reb+6ast, H.Abakuks 4+6reb+2ast

Bro's - Kalev Cramo 34-52

There was an upset when bottom-ranked Georgian Bro's (0-0) were defeated by twenty sixth ranked Estonian Kalev Cramo (2-13) 52-34 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by Kalev Cramo. Bro's managed to win second period 11-3. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Kalev Cramo dominated on the defensive end, holding Bro's to just 6 points in first quarter. They held Bro's to an opponent 24.1 percent shooting from the field compared to 44.0 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Bro's 42-28 including a 31-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Oscar Kripp who scored 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Antoni Kornet (-2009) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Andria Shengelia produced 17 points and 6 steals and Nikoloz Tskhvaradze added 6 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Kalev Cramo. Bro's' coach let to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Despite that victory Kalev Cramo went down to twenty ninth position due to points difference. Loser Bro's still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Bro's: A.Shengelia 17+4reb+2ast, N.Tskhvaradze 6+6reb+1ast, M.Gogritchiani 6+3reb, N.Khutchua 2+3reb, D.Nadiradze 2, S.Berekashvili 1+4reb
Kalev Cramo: O.Kripp 20+5reb+1ast, T.Treiberg 12+6reb+1ast, A.Kornet 10+12reb+2ast, A.Leinatamm 4+5reb+1ast, S.Vaartnou 3+2reb+5ast, K.Teder 3+2reb

Bro's - East-Ball 37-52

There was a surprise result when twenty fourth ranked Latvian East-Ball (2-3) beat winless Georgian Bro's (0-0) 52-37 on Sunday. The game without a history. East-Ball led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Bro's to just 6 points in first quarter and to 14 points in first half. East-Ball forced 21 Bro's turnovers. The best player for the winners was Haralds Ozolins who had a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Gustavs Prieditis chipped in 9 points and 8 rebounds. Andria Shengelia produced 11 points and 7 rebounds and Nikoloz Tskhvaradze added 13 points respectively for East-Ball. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. East-Ball moved-up to second place, which they share with Cesis. Loser Bro's still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Bro's: N.Tskhvaradze 13+1reb+1ast, A.Shengelia 11+7reb, M.Gogritchiani 4+4reb, N.Khutchua 3+3reb, N.Toroshelidze 2+2reb, D.Samkharadze 2+4reb
East-Ball: H.Ozolins 11+11reb+8ast, G.Prieditis 9+8reb, R.Ozolins 9+5reb+1ast, L.Gangitis 6+5reb+1ast, E.Sarma 6+2reb+2ast, R.Mihasevics 5+2reb

Mens Sana - Kesklinna 35-128

There was an upset when bottom-ranked Georgian Mens Sana (0-0) was outplayed by ninth ranked Estonian Kesklinna (8-7) 128-35 on Sunday. The game without a history. Kesklinna led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 102 of its points in the paint compared to Mens Sana's 30. Kesklinna forced 50 Mens Sana turnovers and outrebounded them 40-23 including 16 on the offensive glass. Kesklinna looked well-organized offensively handing out 43 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Mens Sana's players. The best player for the winners was Mathias Jaani who had a triple-double by scoring 42 points (!!!), 11 rebounds, 9 assists and 10 steals. Christopher Himma (-2009) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists and 8 steals. Five Kesklinna players scored in double figures. Andria Tskvitinidze produced 6 points and Luka Shonia added 4 points respectively for Kesklinna. Mens Sana's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Despite that victory Kesklinna went down to twelfth position due to points difference, which they share with Karud. Loser Mens Sana still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Mens Sana: N.Psuturi 7, A.Tskvitinidze 6+3reb+1ast, L.Shonia 4+2reb+3ast, L.Kashia 4+2reb+3ast, M.Nishnianidze 4+1reb+1ast, N.Japarashvili 2+4reb
Kesklinna: M.Jaani 42+11reb+9ast, C.Himma 24+7reb+10ast, M.Luht 23+7reb+4ast, K.Naarits 18+3reb+4ast, J.Lillemagi 16+6reb+11ast, O.Paidra 5+6reb+5ast

Mens Sana - Tartu BS 28-127

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when first ranked Estonian Tartu BS (13-2) outleveled winless Georgian Mens Sana (0-0) 127-28 on Sunday. The game without a history. Tartu BS led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Mens Sana to just 5 points in first quarter and to 13 points in first half. Tartu BS dominated down low during the game scoring 92 of its points in the paint compared to Mens Sana's 22. Tartu BS forced 38 Mens Sana turnovers and outrebounded them 40-20 including a 23-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Tartu BS looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Mens Sana's players. The best player for the winners was Martin Teppo who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Mauro Veermae chipped in 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Four Tartu BS players scored in double figures. Lazare Kashia produced 6 points and 5 assists and Nikoloz Jashi added 3 points respectively for Tartu BS. Mens Sana's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Tartu BS have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Tartu BS went down to seventh position due to points difference. Loser Mens Sana still closes the standings with 0 game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Mens Sana: L.Kashia 6+3reb+5ast, I.Gomiashvili 4+2reb+1ast, L.Shonia 4+1reb, N.Jashi 3+3reb+2ast, A.Tskvitinidze 2+1reb+2ast, M.Nishnianidze 2+3reb+1ast
Tartu BS: M.Veermae 23+8reb, L.Joorits 22+3reb+6ast, M.Teppo 19+12reb+5ast, K.Karu 17+4ast, H.Lindeberg 16+3reb+1ast, R.Prants 14+1reb+4ast