EYBL U17 - Round 4 (Regular Season): Jugla keeps a leadership position

The Regular Season in EYBL U17 just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Latvian Jugla as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Jugla defeated 6th ranked Estonian TalTech in Riga 91-86. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of TalTech. Jugla took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But TalTech won third quarter 25-22. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. contributed with 22 points and 5 assists for the winners. Daniel Kaljula replied with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for TalTech. Jugla have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams. TalTech at the other side dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Latvian Marupes (3-1) against top-ranked Lithuanian NKA. NKA were defeated by Lithuanian NKA (4-0) 75-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Marupes. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of who helped to win the game recording 31 points and Atas Remencius who added 8 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Ronijs Jeromanovs responded with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. NKA have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Marupes at the other side dropped to the third place with one game lost. They share the position with 9 other teams.
An interesting game was also tough home defeat of 6th ranked Estonian TalTech in a game in Tallinn versus Latvian Marupes (#4) 84-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of TalTech. The winners were led by Ronijs Jeromanovs who had that evening a double-double by scoring 31 points and 14 rebounds. Marupes' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by Hugo Tirs did not help to save the game for TalTech. Marupes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser TalTech dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 8 other teams.

Other games in round 4 were not that significant. Winless Essex One2One lost to undefeated NKA 49-98. Winless Essex One2One was destroyed by TalTech 57-108. HNMKY outscored Norrort 82-60. Marupes managed to beat BC Nokia 65-59. Ura Basket defeated Essex One2One 69-63. NKA beat HNMKY 64-59. BC Nokia destroyed Essex One2One 97-66. Winless Norrort unfortunately lost to Ura Basket 57-74. HNMKY lost to undefeated Jugla 63-68. BC Nokia lost to undefeated NKA 71-83. Marupes smashed Norrort 79-39. Ura Basket lost to undefeated Jugla 61-91. HNMKY was outscored by BC Nokia 50-86. Jugla rolled over Norrort 105-47. TalTech defeated Ura Basket 95-78.



TalTech - Marupes 79-84

An interesting game was also tough home defeat of 6th ranked Estonian TalTech in a game in Tallinn versus Latvian Marupes (#4) 84-79. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of TalTech. Marupes took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But TalTech won third quarter 22-19. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Marupes forced 20 TalTech turnovers. The winners were led by Ronijs Jeromanovs who had that evening a double-double by scoring 31 points and 14 rebounds and Marks Ritenieks supported him with 20 points and 12 rebounds. Marupes' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by Hugo Tirs did not help to save the game for TalTech. Timofei Jermakov added 24 points for lost side. Marupes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser TalTech dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
TalTech: J.Timofei 24+3reb+2ast, T.Hugo 20+7reb+7ast, K.Daniel 15+3reb+1ast, P.Mark 7+11reb+1ast, K.Magnar 5+8reb+3ast, O.Jakob 3+2reb
Marupes: R.Jeromanovs 31+14reb+1ast, M.Ritenieks 20+12reb+2ast, K.Puzs 14+1reb, L.Dance 6+4reb+5ast, J.Rundans 5+2reb+1ast, R.Domorackis 5+2reb+1ast

NKA - Essex One2One 98-49

No shocking result in a game when top-ranked Lithuanian NKA (4-0) crushed bottom-ranked British Essex One2One (0-4) 98-49 on Thursday. The game without a history. NKA led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Essex One2One to just 7 points in fourth quarter. NKA dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Essex One2One's 36. They outrebounded Essex One2One 70-36 including a 25-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. NKA looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Essex One2One's players. The winners were led by Sarunas Knysius who had that evening a double-double by scoring 14 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists and Matas Antanavicius supported him with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Four NKA players scored in double figures. Even 13 points and 6 rebounds by Evan Green did not help to save the game for Essex One2One. Teddy Holder added 12 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. NKA have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Essex One2One still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Essex One2One: G.Evan 13+6reb+1ast, H.Teddy 12+5reb, F.Jack 9+1reb+2ast, K.Emilis 8+3reb+1ast, E.Ebenezer 7+3reb, S.Cordell 0+1reb
NKA: M.Antanavicius 16+5reb, S.Knysius 14+17reb+4ast, A.Palubinskas 11+5reb+1ast, M.Liesis 11+6reb+2ast, D.Kavolis 10+4reb+2ast, D.Dragunas 6+10reb+3ast

Marupes - NKA 70-75

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Latvian Marupes (3-1) against top-ranked Lithuanian NKA. NKA were defeated by Lithuanian NKA (4-0) 75-70. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Marupes. It was a key game for the top position in the league. It looked good early as Marupes took a 3-point small lead at the end of first quarter. But then NKA had a 24-19 second period charge getting the lead and Marupes were not able to take back game control losing it eventually 70-75. NKA brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of Sarunas Knysius who helped to win the game recording 31 points and Atas Remencius who added 8 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Ronijs Jeromanovs responded with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and Marks Ritenieks scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. NKA have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Marupes at the other side dropped to the third place with one game lost. They share the position with 9 other teams.
Top scorers:
Marupes: J.Ronijs 28+8reb+4ast, R.Marks 14+6reb+3ast, D.Leo 8+3reb+2ast, D.Ralfs 6+1reb, R.Janis 5+4reb+2ast, K.Karlis 3
NKA: S.Knysius 31+4reb+3ast, A.Remencius 8+10reb+1ast, M.Antanavicius 8+4reb, D.Dragunas 7+7reb+1ast, A.Palubinskas 7+4reb, L.Tamkevicius 5+2reb+4ast

Essex One2One - TalTech 57-108

Very expected game when bottom-ranked British Essex One2One (0-4) was smashed by sixth ranked Estonian TalTech (2-2) 108-57 on Friday. The game without a history. TalTech led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Essex One2One's 30. TalTech forced 37 Essex One2One turnovers and outrebounded them 50-31 including a 24-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. TalTech looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 3 passes made by Essex One2One's players. The winners were led by Danil Lysenko who scored that evening 20 points and 7 rebounds and Jayden Lenear supported him with 20 points. Four TalTech players scored in double figures. Even 11 points and 7 rebounds by Emilis Kaminskas did not help to save the game for Essex One2One. Ebenezer Edu added 7 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. TalTech moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Essex One2One still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Essex One2One: G.Evan 13+2reb, K.Emilis 11+7reb+2ast, H.Teddy 10+3reb, E.Ebenezer 7+7reb+1ast, B.Zach 7+6reb, F.Jack 5+4reb
TalTech: J.Lenear 20+3reb+2ast, D.Lysenko 20+7reb+3ast, J.Olde 15+5reb+3ast, M.Korv 12+8reb+4ast, A.Tulp 9+3reb+1ast, T.Jermakov 8+4reb

Norrort - HNMKY 60-82

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Finnish HNMKY and bottom-ranked Swedish Norrort had identical 0-3 record. This time HNMKY rolled over the opponent Helsinki 82-60 on Friday night. The game without a history. HNMKY led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Norrort's 28. HNMKY forced 29 Norrort turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by Noel Wuorinen who scored that evening 16 points and 4 assists and Niklas Ansamaa supported him with 11 points and 12 rebounds. Four HNMKY players scored in double figures. Even 18 points by Jonas Tlemsani did not help to save the game for Norrort. Oscar Fransson added 12 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. 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 HNMKY went down to seventh position due to points difference, which they share with 7 other teams. It was Norrort's fourth loss in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Norrort: T.Jonas 18+4reb+1ast, F.Oscar 12+7reb+1ast, C.Nelson 10+8reb, N.Viggo 7+8reb, V.Carl 5+1reb+1ast, B.Alexis 3+1reb+1ast
HNMKY: N.Wuorinen 16+4reb+4ast, V.Keto 14+2reb+6ast, N.Ansamaa 11+12reb+1ast, P.Kemppinen 10+4reb+2ast, P.Lehtipuu 9+1reb+1ast, K.Liimatainen 7+7reb+3ast

Marupes - BC Nokia 65-59

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fourth ranked Latvian Marupes and 5th ranked Finnish BC Nokia had identical 2-1 record. This time Marupes beat the opponent Nokia 65-59 on Friday night. Marupes trailed by 7 points at the halftime before their 40-27 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Strangely BC Nokia outrebounded Marupes 43-31 including a 23-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by Ronijs Jeromanovs who scored that evening 24 points and 7 rebounds and Kristers Kozlovs supported him with 14 points and 5 rebounds. Marupes' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds by Tuukka Selin did not help to save the game for BC Nokia. Jonni Halme added 14 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Marupes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser BC Nokia dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
BC Nokia: S.Tuukka 17+10reb+2ast, H.Jonni 14+7reb, Y.Aati 11+6reb+1ast, A.Artturi 8+7reb, V.Kerdo 4+6reb+1ast, S.Eelis 3+4reb+2ast
Marupes: R.Jeromanovs 24+7reb+1ast, K.Kozlovs 14+5reb+1ast, K.Puzs 8+2ast, J.Rundans 6+1reb+2ast, M.Ritenieks 5+9reb+2ast, K.Kotans 3+1reb

Jugla - TalTech 91-86

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Latvian Jugla as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Jugla defeated 6th ranked Estonian TalTech in Riga 91-86. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of TalTech. Jugla took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But TalTech won third quarter 25-22. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Kristofers Fibigs who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Leonards Papans contributed with 22 points and 5 assists for the winners. Five Jugla players scored in double figures. Daniel Kaljula replied with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and Hugo Tirs added 19 points and 6 assists in the effort for TalTech. Jugla have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams. TalTech at the other side dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
TalTech: K.Daniel 27+5reb+7ast, T.Hugo 19+4reb+6ast, K.Magnar 12+7reb, L.Danil 9+2reb+1ast, J.Georg 6+1reb, J.Timofei 5+4reb+2ast
Jugla: L.Papans 22+4reb+5ast, R.Sabulis 19+3reb+1ast, K.Fibigs 17+14reb+6ast, G.Gailitis 17+3reb+2ast, R.Deics 14+11reb+3ast, P.Kondratjevs 2+4reb

Essex One2One - Ura Basket 63-69

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Finnish Ura Basket (2-2) defeated bottom-ranked British Essex One2One (0-4) 69-63 on Friday. Ura Basket trailed by 4 points after three quarters before their 23-13 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Ura Basket forced 36 Essex One2One turnovers and had a 26-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by Vaino Vuorinen who scored that evening 20 points and Juuso Pellikka supported him with 10 points and 9 rebounds. Ura Basket's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even a double-double of 10 points and 12 rebounds by Emilis Kaminskas did not help to save the game for Essex One2One. Teddy Holder added 17 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Four Essex One2One players scored in double figures. Ura Basket maintains fourth position with 2-2 record, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Essex One2One still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Essex One2One: H.Teddy 17+7reb, E.Ebenezer 15+2reb+1ast, K.Emilis 10+12reb+3ast, G.Evan 10+13reb, F.Jack 8+8reb+2ast, B.Zach 3+1reb
Ura Basket: V.Vuorinen 20+1reb+2ast, S.Mattila 12+2reb, J.Pellikka 10+9reb+2ast, E.Toivonen 8+6reb, D.Dragtsma 7+7reb, J.Laine 5+2reb+2ast

NKA - HNMKY 64-59

There was no surprise when 6th ranked Finnish HNMKY (1-3) lost to top-ranked Lithuanian NKA (4-0) 59-64 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. NKA trailed by 2 points after three quarters before their 19-12 charge, which allowed them to win the game. NKA outrebounded HNMKY 58-39 including a 21-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by Sarunas Knysius who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and Lukas Tamkevicius supported him with 6 points and 15 rebounds. Even 14 points and 7 rebounds by Niklas Ansamaa did not help to save the game for HNMKY. Viljam Virtanen added 9 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. NKA have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. HNMKY lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with three games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams.
Top scorers:
HNMKY: A.Niklas 14+7reb+1ast, K.Johannes 11+1reb+2ast, V.Viljam 9+9reb+2ast, W.Noel 7+6reb, K.Veikko 5+1reb+4ast, O.Eero 4+2reb+2ast
NKA: S.Knysius 20+12reb+1ast, D.Dragunas 12+8reb, M.Antanavicius 11+4reb+2ast, L.Tamkevicius 6+15reb+2ast, M.Berzinskas 5+1reb+2ast, M.Liesis 4+2reb+1ast

Essex One2One - BC Nokia 66-97

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Finnish BC Nokia (2-2) crushed bottom-ranked British Essex One2One (0-4) 97-66 on Saturday. The game without a history. BC Nokia 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 Essex One2One's 28. They outrebounded Essex One2One 52-22 including a 25-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. BC Nokia looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Essex One2One's players. The winners were led by Jonni Halme who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Artturi Ahola supported him with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Five BC Nokia players scored in double figures. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by Evan Green did not help to save the game for Essex One2One. Emilis Kaminskas added 16 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Essex One2One's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. BC Nokia moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Essex One2One still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Essex One2One: K.Emilis 16+5reb+1ast, G.Evan 14+6reb+3ast, H.Teddy 13+2ast, B.Zach 9+1ast, F.Jack 9+3reb+1ast, A.Tom 3+1reb+2ast
BC Nokia: J.Halme 23+11reb+4ast, A.Ahola 21+8reb+6ast, T.Selin 15+5reb+4ast, E.Selin 10+5reb+3ast, A.Ylivakeri 10+11reb+4ast, K.Vanahunt 8+5reb

Norrort - Ura Basket 57-74

Very expected game when bottom-ranked Swedish Norrort (0-4) lost to fourth ranked Finnish Ura Basket (2-2) 57-74 on Saturday. The game without a history. Ura Basket led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Ura Basket forced 44 Norrort turnovers. Strangely Norrort outrebounded Ura Basket 50-38 including a 36-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by Joose Laine who scored that evening 13 points and 4 steals and Daniel Dragtsma supported him with 10 points and 6 rebounds. Even a double-double of 17 points and 16 rebounds by Nelson Cooper did not help to save the game for Norrort. Oscar Fransson added 9 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ura Basket maintains fourth position with 2-2 record, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Norrort still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Norrort: C.Nelson 17+16reb+2ast, H.Max 9+4reb+4ast, F.Oscar 9+8reb+2ast, N.Viggo 7+12reb, V.Carl 6+4reb+1ast, B.Alexis 6+1ast
Ura Basket: J.Laine 13+4reb+1ast, D.Dragtsma 10+6reb+1ast, S.Mattila 9+2reb+1ast, P.Kallio 8+2reb+6ast, E.Toivonen 8+4reb+3ast, J.Tuomola 7+3reb+1ast

Jugla - HNMKY 68-63

Rather predictable result when top-ranked Latvian Jugla (4-0) won against 6th ranked Finnish HNMKY (1-3) 68-63 on Saturday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Jugla took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But HNMKY won fourth quarter 24-19. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Jugla forced 21 HNMKY turnovers. The winners were led by Roberts Deics who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and Kristofers Fibigs supported him with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 32 points and 5 rebounds (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field) by Niklas Ansamaa did not help to save the game for HNMKY. Viljam Virtanen added 10 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. HNMKY's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Jugla have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. HNMKY lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with three games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams.
Top scorers:
HNMKY: A.Niklas 32+5reb, V.Viljam 10+10reb+4ast, K.Johannes 6+1reb+4ast, I.Matias 5+3reb, P.Nuutti 5+2ast, K.Veikko 3+1reb+3ast
Jugla: R.Deics 16+12reb+3ast, K.Fibigs 13+5reb+6ast, L.Papans 12+3reb+3ast, R.Sabulis 8+3reb, G.Gailitis 8+2reb+3ast, M.Konosonoks 6+1reb+1ast

BC Nokia - NKA 71-83

Not a big story in a game when 5th ranked Finnish BC Nokia (2-2) lost to top-ranked Lithuanian NKA (4-0) 71-83 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by NKA. BC Nokia managed to win fourth quarter 24-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. NKA dominated on the defensive end, holding BC Nokia to just 7 points in first quarter. They outrebounded BC Nokia 47-36 including a 34-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by Sarunas Knysius who scored that evening 16 points and 5 rebounds and Matas Antanavicius supported him with 15 points. NKA's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even a double-double of 18 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals by Tuukka Selin did not help to save the game for BC Nokia. Jonni Halme added 25 points and 5 assists for lost side. NKA have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser BC Nokia dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
BC Nokia: H.Jonni 25+2reb+5ast, S.Tuukka 18+10reb+4ast, D.Santana Romeo 13+3reb+1ast, V.Kerdo 5+5reb+3ast, A.Artturi 3+4reb+3ast, Y.Aati 3+4reb+2ast
NKA: S.Knysius 16+5reb+1ast, M.Antanavicius 15+4reb+1ast, T.Telesius 8+6reb, D.Dragunas 8+9reb+2ast, A.Remencius 7+5reb+3ast, T.Juskevicius 7+2reb+3ast

Norrort - Marupes 39-79

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Latvian Marupes (3-1) outplayed bottom-ranked Swedish Norrort (0-4) 79-39 on Saturday. The game without a history. Marupes led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Norrort to just 6 points in third quarter. Marupes dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Norrort's 24. Marupes forced 31 Norrort turnovers and outrebounded them 61-30 including a 34-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Marupes looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Norrort's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Marupes made 8 blocks. The winners were led by Janis Rundans who scored that evening 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals and Marks Ritenieks supported him with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four Marupes players scored in double figures. Even 16 points and 6 rebounds by Nelson Cooper did not help to save the game for Norrort. Jonas Tlemsani added 5 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Marupes have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Norrort still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Norrort: C.Nelson 16+6reb+1ast, V.Carl 5+3reb+2ast, N.Viggo 5+3reb, T.Jonas 5+6reb+4ast, H.Max 3+1reb+1ast, W.Noak 2+4reb
Marupes: K.Kotans 14+7reb+1ast, J.Rundans 14+5reb+6ast, M.Ritenieks 12+10reb+3ast, K.Kozlovs 10+8reb+3ast, R.Jeromanovs 9+4reb+3ast, K.Puzs 6+1reb+1ast

Ura Basket - Jugla 61-91

There was no surprise when 4th ranked Finnish Ura Basket (2-2) was outleveled by top-ranked Latvian Jugla (4-0) 91-61 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 down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Ura Basket's 36. Jugla forced 19 Ura Basket turnovers and outrebounded them 43-26 including 16 on the offensive glass. Jugla looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by Roberts Deics who had that evening a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and Leonards Papans supported him with 19 points and 4 steals. Five Jugla players scored in double figures. Even 14 points by Joose Laine did not help to save the game for Ura Basket. Juuso Pellikka added 6 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Ura Basket's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Jugla have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Ura Basket keeps the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams.
Top scorers:
Ura Basket: L.Joose 14+4reb+1ast, V.Vaino 8+3reb, K.Kimi 7+2reb, M.Sisu 6+1ast, P.Juuso 6+6reb+4ast, K.Pauli 5+4reb+4ast
Jugla: L.Papans 19+2reb+3ast, R.Deics 18+13reb+5ast, K.Hokonens 12+5reb+5ast, P.Kondratjevs 12+6reb+1ast, R.Sabulis 10+3reb+2ast, L.Mazurs 9+2reb+3ast

BC Nokia - HNMKY 86-50

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked BC Nokia and 6th ranked HNMKY had identical 1-2 record. This time BC Nokia crushed the opponent Helsinki 86-50 on Sunday night. The game without a history. BC Nokia led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. BC Nokia forced 19 HNMKY turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by Tuukka Selin who scored that evening 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and Jonni Halme supported him with 21 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Four BC Nokia players scored in double figures. Even 12 points by Niklas Ansamaa did not help to save the game for HNMKY. Johannes Kurttila added 10 points for lost side. HNMKY's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. BC Nokia (2-2) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 8 other teams. HNMKY lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams.
Top scorers:
HNMKY: A.Niklas 12+3reb+1ast, K.Johannes 10+2reb+2ast, K.Paavo 7+3reb+2ast, I.Matias 4+3reb+1ast, L.Pessi 4+5reb+1ast, L.Kasper 3+4reb
BC Nokia: J.Halme 21+4reb+5ast, T.Selin 20+5reb+7ast, A.Ylivakeri 20+5reb, E.Selin 11+7reb+2ast, S.De 6+5reb+1ast, K.Vanahunt 4+4reb

Jugla - Norrort 105-47

Very expected game when bottom-ranked Swedish Norrort (0-4) was smashed by top-ranked Latvian Jugla (4-0) 105-47 on Sunday. The game without a history. Jugla led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Norrort's 28. Jugla forced 32 Norrort turnovers and outrebounded them 44-26 including a 22-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Jugla looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Norrort's players. The winners were led by Kristofers Fibigs who had that evening a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 6 assists and Roberts Deics supported him with 21 points, 19 rebounds, 7 assists and 6 steals. Even 13 points and 9 rebounds by Nelson Cooper did not help to save the game for Norrort. Jonas Tlemsani added 9 points and 4 assists for lost side. Jugla have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Norrort still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams.
Top scorers:
Norrort: C.Nelson 13+9reb+1ast, T.Jonas 9+3reb+4ast, N.Viggo 6+5reb, H.Max 5+3reb+1ast, V.Carl 4+2ast, B.Alexis 4+4reb
Jugla: K.Fibigs 33+13reb+6ast, L.Papans 22+3reb+4ast, R.Deics 21+19reb+7ast, P.Kondratjevs 9+5reb+2ast, M.Konosonoks 7+2reb+3ast, K.Hokonens 5+2reb+3ast

Ura Basket - TalTech 78-95

There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Estonian TalTech (2-2) won against one of their biggest challengers Finnish Ura Basket (2-2) 95-78 on Sunday. The game was mostly controlled by TalTech. Ura Basket managed to win second period 23-21. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. TalTech forced 22 Ura Basket turnovers. The winners were led by Hugo Tirs who scored that evening 29 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Magnar Korv supported him with 18 points and 16 rebounds. Four TalTech players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 16 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists by Juuso Pellikka did not help to save the game for Ura Basket. Kimi Kalervo added 15 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Ura Basket's coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. TalTech moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 8 other teams including defeated Ura Basket.
Top scorers:
Ura Basket: P.Juuso 16+11reb+4ast, K.Kimi 15+5reb, M.Sisu 10+5reb, T.Jesper 7+5reb+1ast, V.Vaino 6+1ast, K.Pauli 6+3reb
TalTech: H.Tirs 29+8reb+6ast, D.Kaljula 19+7reb+3ast, M.Korv 18+16reb, D.Lysenko 17+4reb+3ast, A.Polistsuk 6+5reb, G.Siimu 2+3reb