Proliga Round 10 (Regular Season): Illiabum beat Lusitania by one after a very close game

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 10 in the Proliga took place in Angra. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 6th ranked Lusitania (4-6) to third ranked Illiabum (8-2) 65-64 on Sunday evening. Illiabum forced 22 Lusitania turnovers. 26 personal fouls committed by Lusitania helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Angolan forward Helder Neto (198-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. contributed with 12 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his nine free throws !!!) for the winners. Illiabum's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. replied with 20 points for Lusitania. Illiabum moved-up to second place, which they share with Ginasio and Imortal U23. Lusitania at the other side dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Sampaense and Olhanense. Illiabum is looking forward to face Sangalhos (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Lusitania will play against Academica in Coimbra and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
An interesting game for Imortal U23 (8-2) which hosted in Albufeira 4th ranked Galomar (6-4). Second ranked Imortal U23 managed to get a 8-point victory 90-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Galomar. Point guard Salvador Victo (185-2005, agency: Promo Sport ID) scored 32 points and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Luis Silva chipped in 23 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. At the losing side Angolan forward Helder Neto (198-2001) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Imortal U23 have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-2 record behind leader Povoa, which they share with Illiabum and Ginasio. Galomar at the other side keeps the fourth place with four games lost. Imortal U23 will play against league's leader CAB Madeira in Funchal in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Galomar will play against Santo Andre and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An interesting game for Povoa (10-0) which hosted in Povoa 4th ranked Maia Basket (5-5). Top-ranked Povoa had an easy win 95-77. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Maia Basket. Scott Suggs notched 30 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort. Even 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by Miguel Tomley did not help to save the game for Maia Basket. Undefeated Povoa have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-0 record. Loser Maia Basket keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Povoa will meet Ginasio (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Maia Basket will play against Sampaense and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games in round 10 were not that significant. Sampaense lost to undefeated Povoa on the road 50-73. Olhanense won against Benfica U23 on its own court 83-74. CAB Madeira outscored Santo Andre in Funchal 94-60. Sangalhos recorded a loss to Ginasio at home 83-97. Maia Basket crushed Academica on the opponent's court 88-59. Sangalhos were smashed by Lusitania in a home game 74-100.



Lusitania - Illiabum 64-65

The most exciting game of round 10 in the Proliga took place in Angra. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 6th ranked Lusitania (4-6) to third ranked Illiabum (8-2) 65-64 on Sunday evening. Illiabum forced 22 Lusitania turnovers. 26 personal fouls committed by Lusitania helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Angolan forward Helder Neto (198-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Joao Martinho contributed with 12 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his nine free throws !!!) for the winners. Five Illiabum players scored in double figures. Illiabum's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. replied with 20 points and American-Nigerian forward Obinna Ugwuakazi (198-2002, college: Charleston, agency: Promo Sport ID) added 18 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Lusitania. Illiabum moved-up to second place, which they share with Ginasio and Imortal U23. Lusitania at the other side dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Sampaense and Olhanense. Illiabum is looking forward to face Sangalhos (#7) at home in the next round where they are favorite. Lusitania will play against Academica in Coimbra and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Illiabum: R.Mitchell 13+5reb+2ast, J.Martinho 12+6reb+2ast, N.Helder 11+10reb+2ast, K.Tairi 11+4reb+1ast, C.Rodrigo 10+4reb+1ast, M.Sico 2+3reb+1ast
Lusitania: C.Kai 20+4reb+2ast, O.Ugwuakazi 18+6reb+1ast, S.Silva 8+4reb+7ast, N.Joao 8+5reb+2ast, F.Miguel 5+4reb+7ast, T.Denilson 4+5reb

Povoa - Sampaense 73-50

No shocking result in a game when top-ranked Povoa (10-0) crushed at home 5th ranked Sampaense (4-6) 73-50 on Sunday. Povoa dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Sampaense's 24. Povoa forced 23 Sampaense turnovers. Scott Suggs notched 17 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and Slovenian Matic Lamut (199-2003) supported him with 9 points and 5 rebounds. Even a double-double of 10 points and 12 rebounds by point guard Salvador Victo (185-2005, agency: Promo Sport ID) did not help to save the game for Sampaense. Moldovan point guard Victor Banaru (175-2003) added 11 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. Povoa have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-0 record. Loser Sampaense keeps the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with Lusitania and Olhanense. Povoa will meet Ginasio (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Sampaense will play against Maia Basket and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Povoa: S.Suggs 17+6reb, J.Costa 12+2ast, K.Francois 10+4reb, L.Matic 9+5reb+3ast, J.Rodrigues 6+1reb+7ast, M.Barros 5+5reb
Sampaense: M.Andre 11+3reb+2ast, V.Banaru 11+5reb+2ast, A.Tope 10+12reb+2ast, M.Bastos 7+1reb+1ast, I.Adokiye 7+1reb, D.Mor 4+7reb

Olhanense - Benfica U23 83-74

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Olhanense and 5th ranked Benfica U23 had identical 3-6 record. This time Olhanense used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Lisbon 83-74 on Sunday night. Goncalo Morais notched 17 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and Guinea-Bissau Rubinho Mendes (193-1997) supported him with 17 points. Four Olhanense players scored in double figures. Even 29 points and 4 steals by Jhonathan Andrade did not help to save the game for Benfica U23. Slovenian Matic Lamut (199-2003) added 20 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Olhanense (4-6) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Lusitania and Sampaense. Benfica U23 lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. Olhanense will meet higher ranked Portimonense (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Benfica U23 will play against Queluz and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Olhanense: M.Rubinho 17+3reb+3ast, G.Morais 17+8reb, E.Halbleib 14+8reb, M.Dontae 13+3reb+3ast, P.Ferrano 8+1ast, W.Rafael 7+4reb
Benfica U23: A.Jhonathan 29+3reb+2ast, F.Tiago 20+7reb+2ast, M.Joao 9+1reb+2ast, S.Miguel 5+1reb+3ast, S.Tomas 4+3reb+1ast, S.Francisco 3+2reb

Santo Andre - CAB Madeira 60-94

Very predictable result when first ranked CAB Madeira (9-1) rolled over on the road 7th ranked Santo Andre (2-8) 94-60 on Sunday. CAB Madeira forced 23 Santo Andre turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American forward Max Newman (203-2001, college: IU Kokomo) notched a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and Bernardo Ferreira supported him with 11 points and 9 assists. Even 17 points and 5 assists by guard Guilherme Saiote (190-2002, agency: Promo Sport ID) did not help to save the game for Santo Andre. Brazilian Matheus Santana (204-1996) added 14 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Five CAB Madeira and four Santo Andre players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. CAB Madeira have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 9-1 record. Loser Santo Andre keeps the seventh place with eight games lost. CAB Madeira will meet league's second-placed Imortal U23 in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Santo Andre will play against Galomar (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
CAB Madeira: N.Max 26+12reb+2ast, B.Vinny 16+1reb+1ast, E.Jorge 15+4reb+3ast, E.Tyler 13+4reb+4ast, B.Ferreira 11+4reb+9ast, L.Leite 6+2reb+1ast
Santo Andre: G.Saiote 17+3reb+5ast, M.Santana 14+6reb+2ast, C.Baer 11+5reb, A.Cleiton 10+2reb, M.Maultsby 6+6reb+3ast, M.Francisco 2+4reb

Sangalhos - Ginasio 83-97

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Sangalhos (1-9) lost at home to third ranked Ginasio (8-2) 97-83 on Saturday. Ginasio shot 60.6 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. Ginasio looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Joshua McClary notched 27 points, 8 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and American guard Akoi Akoi (198, college: Augustana) supported him with 21 points. Ginasio's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 23 points and 7 rebounds by American forward Max Newman (203-2001, college: IU Kokomo) did not help to save the game for Sangalhos. added 24 points for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ginasio have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Illiabum and Imortal U23. Sangalhos lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Ginasio will meet at home league's leader Povoa in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sangalhos will play against the league's second-placed Illiabum (#2) in Ilhavo and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ginasio: J.McClary 27+3reb+8ast, A.Akoi 21+4reb+2ast, A.Mendes 13+4reb+3ast, T.Espada 12+4reb+1ast, H.Anthony 8+6reb+3ast, B.Neves 6+3reb+2ast
Sangalhos: P.Jayden 24+4reb+1ast, J.Kyran 23+7reb+3ast, M.Goncalo 13+2reb+2ast, M.Jordan 12+5reb+6ast, D.Manhanga 6+6reb+3ast, I.Sassinda 5+2reb

Academica - Maia Basket 59-88

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Maia Basket (5-5) outplayed bottom-ranked Academica (0-10) in Coimbra 88-59 on Sunday. Maia Basket outrebounded Academica 60-18 including a 24-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Maia Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American center Curt Heinz (203, college: Maine Maritime) notched a double-double by scoring 26 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Canadian point guard Miguel Tomley (191-2000, college: Weber St.) supported him with 25 points and 5 assists. Four Maia Basket players scored in double figures. Maia Basket's coach Nuno Rodrigues felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points and 6 rebounds by did not help to save the game for Academica. American guard Akoi Akoi (198, college: Augustana) added 11 points and 4 steals for lost side. Maia Basket have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 5-5 record. Loser Academica still closes the standings with ten games lost. Maia Basket will meet at home Sampaense (#6) in the next round. Academica will play against Lusitania and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Maia Basket: H.Curt 26+21reb+4ast, T.Miguel 25+4reb+5ast, L.Santos 11+9reb+2ast, F.Caetano 11+7reb+1ast, S.Greg 7+13reb+2ast, R.Ferreira 4
Academica: W.Manir 16+6reb+3ast, M.Diogo 12+1reb+1ast, S.Miguel 11+2reb+2ast, N.Alexandre 8+5reb+2ast, B.Nuno 6+2reb+2ast, C.Miguel 4+1ast

Imortal U23 - Galomar 90-82

An interesting game for Imortal U23 (8-2) which hosted in Albufeira 4th ranked Galomar (6-4). Second ranked Imortal U23 managed to get a 8-point victory 90-82. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Galomar. Point guard Salvador Victo (185-2005, agency: Promo Sport ID) scored 32 points and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Luis Silva chipped in 23 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. At the losing side Angolan forward Helder Neto (198-2001) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Nick Farrar (201-2002, college: Guilford) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Four Galomar players scored in double figures. Imortal U23 have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 8-2 record behind leader Povoa, which they share with Illiabum and Ginasio. Galomar at the other side keeps the fourth place with four games lost. Imortal U23 will play against league's leader CAB Madeira in Funchal in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Galomar will play against Santo Andre and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Imortal U23: V.Salvador 32+4reb+7ast, L.Silva 23+8reb+6ast, T.Coelho 15+3reb+1ast, G.Salvador 7+7reb, L.Barreira 6+2ast, B.Miguel 4+9reb+2ast
Galomar: S.Rodrigo 20+7reb+1ast, N.Farrar 19+8reb, A.Guedes 12+1reb+2ast, L.Black 11+10reb+3ast, J.Conceicao 8+2reb+2ast, R.Rousseau III 5+2reb+2ast

Round 8

Sangalhos - Lusitania 74-100

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Sangalhos' (1-9) home loss to sixth ranked Lusitania (4-6) 74-100 on Monday. Lusitania outrebounded Sangalhos 43-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. Lusitania looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Sangalhos' players. American-Nigerian power forward Onyinyechi Eyisi (206-1999, college: CSUN, agency: Helping Ballers) notched a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and American-Nigerian forward Obinna Ugwuakazi (198-2002, college: Charleston, agency: Promo Sport ID) supported him with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Lusitania's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 32 points and 7 rebounds by American center Curt Heinz (203, college: Maine Maritime) did not help to save the game for Sangalhos. Canadian point guard Miguel Tomley (191-2000, college: Weber St.) added 15 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Lusitania moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Sampaense and Olhanense. Sangalhos lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Lusitania will meet Academica (#8) in the next round. Sangalhos will play against the league's second-placed Illiabum in Ilhavo and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Lusitania: E.Onyinyechi 33+14reb+2ast, K.Cipalla 23+3reb+4ast, U.Obinna 21+10reb+1ast, S.Sergio 9+6reb+10ast, D.Tavares 6+2reb+2ast, B.Almeida 3+3reb
Sangalhos: P.Jayden 32+7reb, J.Kyran 15+9reb+1ast, M.Jordan 14+4reb+2ast, D.Manhanga 6+6reb, M.Goncalo 3+1reb+3ast, C.Ruben 2+1reb+1ast

Round 9

Povoa - Maia Basket 95-77

An interesting game for Povoa (10-0) which hosted in Povoa 4th ranked Maia Basket (5-5). Top-ranked Povoa had an easy win 95-77. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Maia Basket. Povoa looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Povoa made 8 blocks. Scott Suggs notched 30 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Slovenian Matic Lamut (199-2003) supported him with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by Canadian point guard Miguel Tomley (191-2000, college: Weber St.) did not help to save the game for Maia Basket. American center Curt Heinz (203, college: Maine Maritime) added 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Four Maia Basket players scored in double figures. Povoa have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-0 record. Loser Maia Basket keeps the fourth place with five games lost. Povoa will meet Ginasio (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Maia Basket will play against Sampaense and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Povoa: S.Suggs 30+8reb+4ast, L.Matic 21+8reb+5ast, J.Rodrigues 12+5reb+7ast, J.Costa 9+1reb+2ast, G.Manjate 9+2reb, M.Rodrigues 8+1reb+2ast
Maia Basket: M.Tomley 26+5reb+4ast, M.Manuel 16+4reb+1ast, C.Heinz 14+11reb+4ast, S.Lisboa 11+6reb+2ast, G.Skoric 8+9reb+1ast, C.Fabrizio 2