Tercera FEB Round 14 of Regular Season

The round was exceptionally exciting as nine games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

There was a change at the Tercera FEB leadership position after last games. Round 14 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Tenerife Naut. (12-1). They were defeated by eighth ranked Alcala (6-9) 96-92 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Tenerife Naut.. Alcala forced 19 Tenerife Naut. turnovers. 25 personal fouls committed by Tenerife Naut. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Alberto Torres (201-1998, college: Iowa Wesleyan, agency: BIG) scored 34 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and Uruguayan-Greek forward Maximiliano Sole (195-1988) chipped in 21 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Eudaldo Gonzalez responded with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Alcala have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Alcala went down to ninth position due to points difference. Tenerife Naut. at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. They share the position with Estudiantes B and Tres Cantos. They were replaced at the leadership position by Tres Cantos. Tenerife Naut. will play next round against Dist.Olimpico trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Alcala will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Badajoz Acad. at home.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Tarragona as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Tenerife Naut.) loss. Tarragona defeated one of their biggest challengers Castelldefels at home 89-73. Marc Buscail (204-2003) notched 17 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and Daniel Fernandez supported him with 20 points (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!). Even 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by forward Eric Manes (194-1987) did not help to save the game for Castelldefels. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tarragona (12-2) have an impressive five-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 7 other teams. Castelldefels at the other side dropped to the second place with five games lost. They share the position with 13 other teams. Castelldefels will play next round against Roser trying to get back on the winning streak. Tarragona will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked L'Hospitalet on the road.
Leading Caja Rural (14-13) recorded its thirteenth loss in Zizur Mayor on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by thirteenth ranked Ardoi (6-8) 87-82. The best player for the winners was Jon Arriazu who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Ardoi's coach used entire bench in such tough game. Raul Popa produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds for the guests. Ardoi moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams. Loser Caja Rural still keeps top position with 13 games lost. Ardoi will meet Pas Pielagos (#9) in the next round. Caja Rural will play against Obradoiro S. (#12) in Santiago de Compostela and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 14: Tolosa lost to Avila on the opponent's court 62-75. Indautxu unfortunately lost to Pas Pielagos in a home game 68-76. Winless Filipenses was rolled over Ulacia ZKE on the road 66-87. Carbajosa was defeated by Baskonia B on its own court 87-101. Zornotza beat Solares in Amorebieta-Echano 76-71. Cantbasket won against Santander at home 90-88. Navia unfortunately lost to Caja Rural on the opponent's court 66-68. Xiria managed to beat Obradoiro S. in a home game 82-76. Salesianos defeated Betanzos on the road 100-93. Estudiantes was beaten by Rosalia on its own court 67-84. Avenida lost to Sigaltec in a road game 75-77. Culleredo unfortunately lost to Chantada at home 61-68. Oviedo recorded a loss to Marin on the opponent's court 72-82. Winless Mostoles was defeated by La Roda in a home game 83-100. Corralejo was beaten by La Matanza on the road 73-72. Alcobendas won against Quintanar on its own court 85-72. Fuenlabrada 2 unfortunately lost to Santa Cruz in a road game 82-91. Villarrobledo recorded a loss to Estudiantes B at home 76-80. Tobarra was crushed by Dist.Olimpico on the opponent's court 79-55. Rivas was beaten by Talavera in a home game 71-76. Daimiel was destroyed by Aridane on the road 108-61. Guadalajara unfortunately lost to Pintobasket on its own court 73-76. Mensajero managed to beat Real Canoe in Santa Cruz 78-70. Azudense was defeated by Tres Cantos at home 58-75. Telde smashed Boadilla on the opponent's court 75-53. Zentro Basket destroyed Felipe Anton in a home game 97-77. Mataro Parc was outscored by Calvia on the road 80-53. D'Inca managed to beat Mollerussa on its own court 97-81. Valls defeated Sant Cugat in a road game 75-64. Alfinden was beaten by Igualada at home 73-87. Barbastro won against Roser on the opponent's court 78-66. Ibiza unfortunately lost to L'Hospitalet in a home game 78-84. Andratx recorded a loss to Tecla Sala on the road 73-83. Granollers was defeated by Es Castell on its own court 68-83. Universitat Vic was beaten by Prat in a road game 81-73. Zaragoza CB won against SESE at home 90-86. Huerva was outscored by Esparreguera on the opponent's court 83-63. Cornella managed to beat Mollet in a home game 83-76. Quart was defeated by Navas on the road 80-73. Almeria was beaten by La Zubia on its own court 54-62. Algeciras destroyed Oh!Tels ULB in a road game 102-65. Marbella managed to outperform El Pinar at home 82-81. Jaen FS managed to beat Motril on the opponent's court 112-94. Novaschool crushed Fuengirola in a home game 96-75. Melilla smashed Murgi on the road 101-80. Tijola won against Andujar SKA on its own court 75-67. Moraleja was outscored by Dos Hermanas in a road game 72-44. Bosco Merida managed to beat Aljaraque at home 81-71. Badajoz Vitaly defeated Sagrado Corazon on the opponent's court 85-73. Penarroya beat Huelva Com. in a home game 76-66. Coria won against Gymnastica on the road 61-57. Badajoz Acad. managed to outperform San Antonio on its own court 76-69. Alcala Caja87 recorded a loss to San Fernando in Sevilla 84-74. El Pilar was crushed by Jovens at home 66-85. Puerto Sagunto beat Paterna on the opponent's court 84-71. Picken Claret lost to Vall D'uixo in a home game 82-85. Almassera unfortunately lost to Morvedre on the road 99-101. Castello B managed to beat Peniscola on its own court 71-69. Godella was defeated by Vila-Real in a road game 76-62. Sueca beat Torrent at home 72-60. Adesavi won against Montemar on the opponent's court 70-64. Cartagena Est. unfortunately lost to Benidorm in a home game 64-66. Ontinet lost to undefeated Alginet on the road 75-99. Lucentum was defeated by Elche on its own court 89-97. Maristas was beaten by Jorge Juan in Novelda 84-74. Alginet destroyed Adesavi at home 98-65.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 17 points and 10 rebounds by Juan Martin of Alginet.

Group A-A

Avila - Tolosa 75-62

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Avila and one of their biggest challengers Tolosa had identical 9-4 record. This time Avila used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Tolosa 75-62 on Saturday night. Avila made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. Avila outrebounded Tolosa 55-37 including a 39-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Victor Julio Taveras (196-2002) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 16 rebounds. Jaime Tejerina (188-2001, agency: BAGENCY CSA) chipped in 18 points. Urko Perez (-2004) produced 14 points and 5 rebounds and Benat Etxeberria (-2004) added 8 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Avila (10-4) moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Tolosa dropped to the second position with five games lost. They share it with 13 other teams. Avila will meet Valladolid CBC (#13) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tolosa will play against Cantbasket (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Avila: T.Jaime 18+4reb, M.Linde 17+2reb+1ast, V.Taveras 13+16reb, A.Toure 9+9reb+1ast, D.Carretero 6+3reb+2ast, S.Mario 6+4reb+3ast
Tolosa: P.Urko 14+5reb+3ast, A.Aitor 10+2reb, E.Benat 8+10reb+1ast, E.Eneko 6+2reb, U.Jon 6+3reb, A.Auritz 6+7reb+1ast

Ardoi - Caja Rural 87-82

Leading Caja Rural (14-13) recorded its thirteenth loss in Zizur Mayor on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by thirteenth ranked Ardoi (6-8) 87-82. The best player for the winners was Jon Arriazu (-2006) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Jon Mendivil (194-2001) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds. Four Ardoi players scored in double figures. Ardoi's coach used entire bench in such tough game. Raul Popa (-2005) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds and Marco de Larrea added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Ardoi moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams. Loser Caja Rural still keeps top position with 13 games lost. Ardoi will meet Pas Pielagos (#9) in the next round. Caja Rural will play against Obradoiro S. (#12) in Santiago de Compostela and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ardoi: S.Abu 16+2reb+4ast, J.Arriazu 16+10reb+3ast, J.Mendivil 11+12reb+2ast, A.Savitski 10+4reb+2ast, M.Ariztimuno 9+5reb+2ast, I.Vicuna 8+7reb
Caja Rural: P.Raul 26+12reb, L.Juan 17+6reb+2ast, d.Larrea Marco 17+6reb+3ast, G.Enrique 7+13reb, S.Rodrigo 5+2reb+4ast, H.Sergio 5+1reb+1ast

Indautxu - Pas Pielagos 68-76

There was a small surprise in Bilbao where twelfth ranked Pas Pielagos (6-8) defeated 10th ranked Indautxu (6-8) 76-68 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Ukrainian forward Artem Yailo (202-2000) who scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. Abel Ruiz (-2003) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. point guard Gonzalo Hueso (182-2004, agency: BAGENCY CSA) produced 17 points and 5 rebounds and Galder Martinez added 16 points respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Indautxu's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Pas Pielagos moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams including defeated Indautxu. Pas Pielagos will meet at home Ardoi (#8) in the next round. Indautxu will play against Filipenses in Palencia and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pas Pielagos: Y.Artem 24+6reb+1ast, L.Gomez 14+5reb+1ast, A.Ruiz 14+6reb+2ast, P.Fernandez 13+1reb+3ast, L.De 8+6reb+2ast, J.Reiner 3+2reb+2ast
Indautxu: G.Hueso 17+5reb+3ast, M.Galder 16+3reb+2ast, A.Lopez 11+2reb+3ast, K.Alejandro 10+6reb+3ast, G.Aritz 7+8reb+1ast, F.Asier 4+7reb+1ast

Ulacia ZKE - Filipenses 87-66

Not a big story in a game in Zarautz where bottom-ranked Filipenses (0-14) was rolled over by ninth ranked Ulacia ZKE (7-7) 87-66 on Saturday. Ulacia ZKE forced 22 Filipenses turnovers and outrebounded them 45-25 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Eneko Martinez (190-2006) who scored 19 points. Center Andres Zabaleta (200-1994) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Ulacia ZKE players scored in double figures. Senegalese center Mamadou Diagne (208-1998) produced 14 points and 6 rebounds and Alejandro Allas added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Ulacia ZKE moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Filipenses still closes the standings with 14 games lost. Ulacia ZKE will meet higher ranked Baskonia B (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Filipenses will play against Indautxu (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Ulacia ZKE: E.Martinez 19+3reb+2ast, E.Juarros 14+4reb+1ast, A.Zabaleta 14+6reb+2ast, E.Andres 13+1reb+4ast, A.Eguskitza 8+3reb, M.Zubizarreta 7+1reb+2ast
Filipenses: A.Alejandro 15+6reb, M.Diagne 14+6reb+2ast, M.Sergio 9+3reb, P.Carlos 7+2reb+1ast, H.Manuel 5+5reb+7ast, J.Ismael 5+1reb

Carbajosa - Baskonia B 87-101

Everything went according to plan when third ranked Baskonia B (11-3) beat on the road 8th ranked Carbajosa (6-8) 101-87 on Saturday. Baskonia B dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Carbajosa's 44. They outrebounded Carbajosa 45-27 including a 32-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Baskonia B looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Carbajosa's players. The best player for the winners was South Sudanese center Juom Bol (208-2008) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Slovenian forward Stefan Joksimovic (194-2008) chipped in 21 points. Baskonia B's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Senegalese power forward Mamadou Dieye (203-1993) produced a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds and French guard Abraham Massaley added 21 points respectively for the hosts. Five Baskonia B and four Carbajosa players scored in double figures. Baskonia B have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Carbajosa dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 16 other teams. Baskonia B will meet at home Ulacia ZKE (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Carbajosa will play against the league's second-placed Zornotza in Amorebieta-Echano and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Baskonia B: J.Stefan 21+3reb+3ast, J.Bol 18+12reb+2ast, M.Khatiashvili 15+2reb+9ast, C.Diallo 15+8reb, A.Perez 14+2reb+3ast, O.Ibarrola 7+3reb+1ast
Carbajosa: D.Mamadou 25+11reb, M.Abraham 21+2reb+2ast, A.Ramirez 16+1reb+1ast, M.Ekaitz 10+4reb+2ast, D.Antonio 8+1reb, M.Adrian 7+1reb+1ast

Solares - Zornotza 71-76

There was no surprise when 13th ranked Solares (5-9) was defeated at home by second ranked Zornotza (13-1) 76-71 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was power forward Mouhamadou Ndiaye (202-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Borja Mendia (200-1994) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. point guard Daniel Contreras (180-2000) produced 20 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and Diego Garcia (192-2000) added 14 points and 16 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Zornotza keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Solares dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 12 other teams. Zornotza will meet at home Carbajosa (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Solares will play against Santander and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Zornotza: M.Ndiaye 14+10reb+1ast, E.Errasti 14+3reb, M.Borja 13+10reb, D.Sainz 9+5reb+1ast, B.Inigo 8+3reb+3ast, J.Perez 8+3reb
Solares: C.Daniel 20+8reb+4ast, M.Sergio 18+4reb+1ast, G.Diego 14+16reb+1ast, C.Marcos 8+5reb, S.Hector 4+1ast, M.Liam 3+4reb+4ast

Cantbasket - Santander 90-88

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Cantbasket (8-6) edged at home 8th ranked Santander (6-8) 90-88 on Sunday. Cantbasket looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was Jonathan Jorge who scored 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Alvaro Reyes (201-1997, college: MSU Denver) chipped in 9 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Cantbasket's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Carlos Rivera produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds and Georgian swingman Gega Tsulaia (195-2005, agency: Interperformances) added 23 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Santander players scored in double figures. Cantbasket have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Santander lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 16 other teams. Cantbasket will meet Tolosa (#5) on the road in the next round. Santander will play against Solares and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cantbasket: J.Jorge 25+6reb+4ast, A.Garcia 19+3ast, A.Federico 11+5reb+7ast, O.Hernandez 9+8reb+1ast, A.Reyes 9+9reb+6ast, O.Jorge 8+4reb+3ast
Santander: R.Carlos 24+11reb+2ast, G.Tsulaia 23+6reb+3ast, F.Adrian 12+2reb+2ast, C.Rafael 12+7reb+4ast, S.Campbell 7+15reb+2ast, M.Maximo 7+4reb+1ast

Group A-B

Caja Rural - Navia 68-66

Very expected game in Valladolid where 8th ranked Navia (5-9) was edged by first ranked Caja Rural (14-13) 68-66 on Sunday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The best player for the winners was swingman Alvaro Gonzalez (193-2006) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds. Forward Miguel Dominguez (197-1995) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Georgian Sulkhan Sharashidze (-2006) produced 17 points and 8 rebounds and Javier Prieto (-2004) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Caja Rural maintains first position with 14-13 record. Loser Navia keeps the eighth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 12 other teams. Caja Rural will meet Obradoiro S. (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Navia will play against the league's leader Marin (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Caja Rural: M.Dominguez 16+5reb+4ast, A.Gonzalez 14+16reb, S.Juan 11+4reb, M.Gonzalez 8+2reb+3ast, F.Salvadores 5+4reb+3ast, Y.Iglesias 5+2reb+1ast
Navia: S.Sulkhan 17+8reb, P.Javier 14+5reb, F.Christian 9+2reb, L.Ivan 6+10reb, A.Barrios 6+4reb+2ast, G.Jorge 5+3reb+1ast

Xiria - Obradoiro S. 82-76

Very predictable result in Carballo where third ranked Xiria (10-3) defeated 11th ranked Obradoiro S. (3-11) 82-76 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Xiria forced 23 Obradoiro S. turnovers and outrebounded them 41-27 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was swingman Carlos Varela (192-2005, agency: BAGENCY CSA) who scored 26 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. French forward Curtis Larousse (199-1999) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Four Xiria players scored in double figures. Forward Rodrigo Diaz (192-2005, agency: BIG) produced 20 points and 5 assists and Alvaro Soneira added 12 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Xiria moved-up to second place, which they share with Es Castell. Loser Obradoiro S. dropped to the tenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Xiria will meet Salesianos (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Obradoiro S. will play against the league's leader Caja Rural and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Xiria: V.Carlos 26+8reb+4ast, R.Rey 16+8reb, L.Curtis 13+12reb+1ast, G.Sabater 12+4reb, S.Darnell 7+4reb+3ast, A.Iglesias 6+1reb
Obradoiro S.: R.Diaz 20+4reb+5ast, A.Soneira 12+2reb+2ast, S.Hugo 8+1reb+1ast, H.Qiushi 8+4reb+1ast, G.Guillermo 6+4reb+1ast, S.Rodriguez 6

Betanzos - Salesianos 93-100

There was an upset when higher ranked Betanzos (6-8) was defeated at home by eleventh ranked Salesianos (4-10) 100-93 on Sunday. Salesianos dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Betanzos' 30. The best player for the winners was center David Guerra (205-1989) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. Canadian-Irish point guard Alston Harris (183, college: Lakehead, agency: BAGENCY CSA) chipped in 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Salesianos players scored in double figures. point guard Jorge Abelleira (180-1997) produced 48 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Miguel Latas (-2003) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Betanzos' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Salesianos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eleventh position with 4-10 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Betanzos keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with 16 other teams. Salesianos will meet at home league's second-placed Xiria in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Betanzos will play against Rosalia (#9) in Santiago de Compostela and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Salesianos: A.Martin 23+3reb+1ast, H.Alston 22+5reb+4ast, D.Guerra 16+14reb+3ast, M.Traore 16+4reb+5ast, M.Pereira 11+2reb+1ast, R.Varela 10+5reb+1ast
Betanzos: A.Jorge 48+9reb+4ast, L.Miguel 19+6reb+2ast, L.Nicolas 10+2reb, G.Javier 8+2reb+1ast, L.Enrique 4+2reb, R.Marcos 3+2reb

Estudiantes L. - Rosalia 67-84

Everything went according to plan in Lugo where tenth ranked Rosalia (5-9) beat 13th ranked Estudiantes (4-9) 84-67 on Sunday. Rosalia made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Estudiantes turnovers. The best player for the winners was Carlos Gil who scored 28 points and 5 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Guard Anxo Iglesias (185-2003) chipped in 15 points. Guard Iker Sama (-2004) produced 26 points and 7 rebounds and guard Pedro Fernandez (178-2003) added 11 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rosalia moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Estudiantes lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Ontinet and Montemar. Rosalia will meet at home higher ranked Betanzos (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Estudiantes will play against Avenida (#5) in Salamanca and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rosalia: C.Gil 28+5reb+1ast, I.Anxo 15+1reb+2ast, N.Barreiro 9+4reb+4ast, A.Bellon 9+1reb+1ast, L.Garcia 5+3reb+1ast, P.Cachopas 5+2reb+4ast
Estudiantes L.: I.Sama 26+7reb+3ast, F.Pedro 11+3reb+1ast, R.Manuel 9+3reb, J.Argenti 5+3reb+1ast, H.Alejandro 5+2reb, D.Cristian 4+1reb

Sigaltec - Avenida 77-75

There was an upset when higher ranked Avenida (9-5) was edged on the road by tenth ranked Sigaltec (5-9) 77-75 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Oscar Castano who scored 42 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Slovakian Adrian Kovacs chipped in 8 points. Sigaltec's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Ifeanyi Okeke (201, college: Montana Tech) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 18 rebounds and American-Guinean forward Ousmane Kourouma (201, college: Rhode Island, agency: BAGENCY CSA) added 17 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Avenida players scored in double figures. Sigaltec moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Avenida lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the second position with five games lost. They share it with 13 other teams. Sigaltec will meet higher ranked Chantada (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Avenida will play against Estudiantes (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sigaltec: O.Castano 42+9reb+4ast, A.Kovacs 8+4reb, R.Santorum 6+3reb+1ast, P.Sabugueiro 5+3reb+1ast, J.Rodriguez 4+4reb+1ast, A.Monteagudo 4+5reb+1ast
Avenida: O.Ifeanyi 19+18reb, M.Acoydan 18+4reb+3ast, O.Kourouma 17+12reb+3ast, C.Ander 11+1reb, R.Choithramani 7+11reb+2ast, A.Garrido 3+3reb+1ast

Culleredo - Chantada 61-68

There was a surprise result when eighth ranked Chantada (6-8) won against on the road higher ranked Culleredo (9-5) 68-61 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Cristian Iglesias (200-1994) who scored 16 points. Naturalized Paraguayan power forward William Burgos (205-2002, agency: BAGENCY CSA) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. Senegalese center Khadim Fall (205-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and American Daniel William (203-1996, college: MACU) added 13 points respectively for the hosts. Chantada moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams. Loser Culleredo dropped to the second position with five games lost. They share it with 13 other teams. Chantada will meet at home Sigaltec (#8) in the next round. Culleredo will play against Oviedo (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Chantada: C.Iglesias 16+3reb+3ast, B.William 13+9reb, A.Casais 12+4reb+1ast, J.Luis 7+12reb, E.Czerapowicz 6+5reb+3ast, M.Fernandez 4+6reb+5ast
Culleredo: F.Khadim 15+12reb+2ast, D.William 13+3reb+3ast, S.Pablo 11+6reb, R.Espinoza 7+6reb+4ast, A.Corbacho 5+6reb, A.Alvaro 5+6reb+3ast

Marin - Oviedo 82-72

The game between closely ranked teams ended with second-ranked Oviedo's (10-4) road loss to first ranked Marin (12-2) 72-82 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Masai Olowokere (196, college: Cent Arkansas) who scored 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. point guard Miguel Souto (180-2002) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. Mali center Djigui Diarra (207-2004, agency: BIG) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and point guard Fernando Suarez (183-2003, agency: BAGENCY CSA) added 19 points respectively for the guests. Four Oviedo players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Marin have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-2 record, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Oviedo dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Marin will meet Navia (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Oviedo will play against Culleredo (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Marin: O.Masai 21+8reb+4ast, M.Souto 15+7reb+2ast, A.Cardito 9+3reb+2ast, W.Van 9+6reb+3ast, M.Paz 9+7reb+3ast, J.Dominguez 8+4reb
Oviedo: F.Suarez 19+3reb+3ast, B.Marcos 13, D.Diarra 12+14reb, Z.Miguel 10+3reb+2ast, C.Diego 8+3reb, A.Gomez 5+4reb

Group B-A

Mostoles - La Roda 83-100

Very predictable result when third ranked La Roda (12-2) defeated on the road bottom-ranked Mostoles (0-13) 100-83 on Saturday. La Roda shot 24 for 44 from the free-throw line, while Mostoles only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Mostoles 51-24 including a 23-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. La Roda looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Jamaican forward Jordan Kellier (196-1998, college: W.Chester, agency: Olsta) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. DR Congolese center Gullit Mukendi (206-1996, agency: Promo Sport ID) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Four La Roda players scored in double figures. Jorge Molina produced 34 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 5 assists (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field) and Marcos Villanueva added 11 points and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. La Roda keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Mostoles still closes the standings with 13 games lost. La Roda will meet at home Alcala (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mostoles will play against Corralejo (#13) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
La Roda: K.Jordan 27+11reb+6ast, J.Boonyasith 20+4reb+2ast, M.Gullit 19+11reb+2ast, S.Joan 14+7reb+2ast, O.Miquel 6+1reb+1ast, K.Jakub 5+3reb+1ast
Mostoles: M.Jorge 34+6reb+5ast, B.Gabriel 13+3reb, V.Marcos 11+1reb+5ast, F.Joseph 8+3reb, P.Manuel 5, P.Adrian 5+4reb+3ast

La Matanza - Corralejo 73-72

Everything could happen in Las Palmas at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked La Matanza and 12th ranked Corralejo had identical 2-11 record. This time La Matanza used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Corralejo 73-72 on Saturday night. The best player for the winners was power forward Carlos Luis (203-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Power forward Jorge Parrondo (196-2000) chipped in 11 points. Four La Matanza players scored in double figures. American-Nigerian Manny Ogunfolu (201-1989, college: S.Indiana, agency: Interperformances) produced 23 points and 5 rebounds and guard Adrian Perez (185-2002, agency: BAGENCY CSA) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. La Matanza (3-11) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Corralejo lost twelfth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. La Matanza will meet higher ranked Quintanar (#4) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Corralejo will play against Mostoles (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
La Matanza: L.Carlos 13+10reb+3ast, P.Rodriguez 12+1reb+1ast, P.Grima 11+4reb, J.Parrondo 11+4reb+2ast, R.Gonzalez 9+5reb+2ast, A.Gomez 7+4reb+3ast
Corralejo: M.Ogunfolu 23+5reb, G.Guerra 17+2reb+2ast, A.Perez 14+8reb+1ast, A.Alejandro 9+3reb, M.Perez 4+6reb, G.Alejandro 3+2reb+2ast

Alcobendas - Quintanar 85-72

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Alcobendas (6-8) beat at home higher ranked Quintanar (10-4) 85-72 on Saturday. Alcobendas outrebounded Quintanar 43-27 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Iago Zamalloa (197-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Center Alejandro Relano (205-1993) chipped in 9 points and 11 rebounds. Alcobendas' coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward Chris Murray (198-2000, college: Embry Riddle) produced 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Manuel Mije (200-1999) added 10 points respectively for the guests. Four Quintanar players scored in double figures. Alcobendas have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams. Loser Quintanar dropped to the third position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Alcobendas will meet Fuenlabrada 2 (#7) in the next round. Quintanar will play against La Matanza (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Alcobendas: I.Zamalloa 30+12reb+7ast, A.Fortes 14+5reb+1ast, G.Antonio 11+1reb+4ast, A.Relano 9+11reb+3ast, P.Ballespin 7+2reb+1ast, G.Campos 6
Quintanar: C.Murray 16+6reb+4ast, A.Canas-Balina 11+4reb+1ast, G.Alan 10+3reb+1ast, M.Villalba 10+4reb+1ast, M.Manuel 10+4reb+2ast, V.Amadeo 8+3reb+4ast

Santa Cruz - Fuenlabrada 2 91-82

There was an upset when higher ranked Fuenlabrada 2 (6-8) was defeated on the road by eleventh ranked Santa Cruz (5-8) 91-82 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Javier Herreros (198-1994) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Angolan guard Eric Bras Amandio (190-1998, college: Okla City) chipped in 21 points. Pablo Rodriguez (-2006) produced 17 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and Swiss guard Bruno Vidarte (190-2005, agency: BIG) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Santa Cruz moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Tabernes and Godella. Fuenlabrada 2 lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 16 other teams. Santa Cruz will meet league's leader Estudiantes B in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Fuenlabrada 2 will play against Alcobendas (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Santa Cruz: H.Javier 22+13reb+4ast, E.Amandio 21+2reb+2ast, A.Navas 17+4reb+2ast, I.Edomwonyi 10+6reb, C.del 7+4reb+5ast, A.Vera 6+3reb+1ast
Fuenlabrada 2: R.Pablo 17+2reb+5ast, B.Vidarte 15+6reb+2ast, D.Cerro Daniel 14+2reb+1ast, G.Bruno 13+2ast, D.Abel 8+6reb+4ast, B.Erik 5+2reb

Villarrobledo - Estudiantes B 76-80

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Estudiantes B (12-1) won against on the road 5th ranked Villarrobledo (9-5) 80-76 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Miguel Sola (189-2006) who scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Pedro Robles (189-2006) chipped in 12 points. Estudiantes B's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Forward David Damian (193-2005) produced 28 points and 9 rebounds and Senegalese center Modou Thiaw (204-2002) added 5 points and 13 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Estudiantes B have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Tenerife Naut. and Tres Cantos. Loser Villarrobledo dropped to the second place with five games lost. They share the position with 13 other teams. Estudiantes B will meet at home Santa Cruz (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Villarrobledo will play against Tobarra (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes B: P.Robles 12+3reb+3ast, M.Sola 12+7reb, A.Amon 10+1reb+1ast, F.Diaz 9+5reb+1ast, A.Traore 9+3reb, N.Vicent 8+1reb
Villarrobledo: D.David 28+9reb, L.Bulashvili 15+1reb+2ast, B.Luis 10+4reb+5ast, J.Paul Mejia 8+5reb+1ast, C.Alejandro 5+1ast, K.Insa 5+1reb+1ast

Dist.Olimpico - Tobarra 79-55

Rather expected game in Madrid where 9th ranked Tobarra (5-9) was crushed by sixth ranked Dist.Olimpico (8-6) 79-55 on Saturday. Dist.Olimpico dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Tobarra's 22. They outrebounded Tobarra 59-36 including a 27-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Ivan Correa (196-2001) who had a double-double by scoring 10 points and 17 rebounds. Center Daniel Garcia-Casarrubios (208-2004) chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. point guard Aleix Pujadas (192-1996) produced 17 points and 4 assists and Equatorial Guinean Luis Nve Maleva (-2006) added 9 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Dist.Olimpico moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Tobarra lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with 12 other teams. Dist.Olimpico will meet league's second-placed Tenerife Naut. in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Tobarra will play against Villarrobledo (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dist.Olimpico: I.Correa 10+17reb, G.David 10+4reb+2ast, M.Estebanez 9+6reb, D.Garcia-Casarrubios 9+9reb+1ast, D.Guijarro 8+2reb+2ast, J.Gonzalez 8+3reb+2ast
Tobarra: A.Pujadas 17+4reb+4ast, S.Alwyn 15+5reb, R.Esteban 10+3reb, N.Maleva Luis 9+12reb+2ast, Y.Boubacar 2+5reb, K.Seck 2+3reb

Alcala - Tenerife Naut. 96-92

There was a change at the Tercera FEB leadership position after last games. Round 14 most important game was a defeat of league's leader Tenerife Naut. (12-1). They were defeated by eighth ranked Alcala (6-9) 96-92 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Tenerife Naut.. Alcala forced 19 Tenerife Naut. turnovers. 25 personal fouls committed by Tenerife Naut. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Alberto Torres (201-1998, college: Iowa Wesleyan, agency: BIG) scored 34 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and Uruguayan-Greek forward Maximiliano Sole (195-1988) chipped in 21 points, 18 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Eudaldo Gonzalez responded with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and Jorge Garcia (-2007) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. Four Tenerife Naut. players scored in double figures. Alcala have a solid four-game winning streak. Despite that victory Alcala went down to ninth position due to points difference. Tenerife Naut. at the other side still keeps top place with one game lost. They share the position with Estudiantes B and Tres Cantos. They were replaced at the leadership position by Tres Cantos. Tenerife Naut. will play next round against Dist.Olimpico trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Alcala will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Badajoz Acad. at home.
Top scorers:
Alcala: T.Alberto 34+6reb+6ast, S.Maximiliano 21+18reb+5ast, J.Jimenez 20+5reb+1ast, J.Valverde 8+9reb+1ast, J.Becerra 7+3reb, J.Ongil 3+1reb+7ast
Tenerife Naut.: G.Eudaldo 29+6reb+8ast, G.Jorge 16+12reb, G.Eduardo 14+10reb+4ast, G.Javier 11+2reb+5ast, O.Adnan 8+7reb+5ast, S.Rodriguez 6+4reb+4ast

Group B-B

Rivas - Talavera 71-76

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Talavera (7-7) defeated on the road second-ranked Rivas (11-3) 76-71 on Saturday. Talavera made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was point guard Daniel Lorenzo (181-1993) who scored 14 points and 5 assists. Center Bassirou Gueye (200-1997) chipped in 11 points and 6 rebounds. Four Talavera players scored in double figures. Alvaro Garcia-Quilez (193-2000) produced 22 points and point guard Carlos Crespo (183, college: Greenville) added 6 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Talavera moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Rivas keeps the second position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Talavera will meet at home higher ranked Zentro Basket (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Rivas will play against Daimiel and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Talavera: D.Lorenzo 14+1reb+5ast, B.Gueye 11+6reb+2ast, C.Unanue 11+1reb+2ast, S.Aboubacar 10+7reb+1ast, C.Klotz 7+1ast, S.Gacic 7+4reb+4ast
Rivas: A.Garcia-Quilez 22+4reb+2ast, R.Pedro 9+3reb+1ast, P.Adrian 7+3reb+2ast, V.Manuel 7+2reb+1ast, H.Osayamen 6+6reb, C.Carlos 6+7reb+3ast

Aridane - Daimiel 108-61

Not a big story in a game in Los Llanos where 15th ranked Daimiel (2-12) was rolled over by ninth ranked Aridane (7-7) 108-61 on Saturday. Aridane dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Daimiel's 38. They outrebounded Daimiel 50-30 including a 31-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Aridane especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 55.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Daimiel's players. The best player for the winners was naturalized Argentinian forward Adriano Gase (198-2004) who scored 20 points and 8 rebounds. Senegalese Serigne Gueye (-2005) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Four Aridane players scored in double figures. Francisco Espinosa produced 21 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Luis Rodriguez (190-2004) added 16 points respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Aridane moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Daimiel dropped to the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Aridane will meet Pintobasket (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Daimiel will play against the league's second-placed Rivas and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Aridane: G.Adriano 20+8reb+2ast, A.Jose 17+3reb+2ast, S.Gueye 16+8reb+1ast, S.Kyrylo 12+3reb+3ast, L.Emilio 12+4reb+2ast, G.Meja 10+3reb+3ast
Daimiel: E.Francisco 21+7reb+1ast, R.Luis 16+3reb+3ast, G.Ignacio 7+8reb, V.Pablo 6+4reb+4ast, B.Pelayo 4+1reb, P.David 4+1reb

Guadalajara - Pintobasket 73-76

There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Pintobasket (5-9) edged on the road higher ranked Guadalajara (7-7) 76-73 on Saturday. Pintobasket made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Marcos del Valle (185-2004) who scored 11 points. Mateo Batlle chipped in 8 points. Pintobasket's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Venezuelan Braian Ojeda produced 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Venezuelan power forward Luis Valera (201-1988, college: UTRGV) added 19 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Pintobasket moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Loser Guadalajara keeps the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Pintobasket will meet at home higher ranked Aridane (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Guadalajara will play against Mensajero in Santa Cruz and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pintobasket: J.Saez 12+2reb, V.del 11+4reb+1ast, D.Tolosa 10+4reb, S.Rodriguez 9+4reb+1ast, M.Batlle 8+4reb+3ast, C.Barros 7+1reb+1ast
Guadalajara: L.Valera 19+8reb, O.Braian 16+7reb+5ast, D.Mouhamed 13+10reb, D.Olu-Elijah 8+4reb+2ast, A.Armstrong 7+1reb+4ast, A.Alvaro 3

Real Canoe - Mensajero 70-78

There was an upset in Madrid where higher ranked Real Canoe (9-5) was defeated by seventh ranked Mensajero (7-7) 78-70 on Saturday. Mensajero made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was forward Paulo Rodriguez (201-2000) who scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks. Dutch guard Ids Rebergen (190-2000, agency: BAGENCY CSA) chipped in 12 points and 4 assists. Forward Daniel Manzanero (197-1994) produced 18 points and 9 rebounds and Enrique Pascual (-2006) added 9 points and 8 assists respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mensajero moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Real Canoe dropped to the second position with five games lost. They share it with 13 other teams. Mensajero will meet at home Guadalajara (#8) in the next round. Real Canoe will play against the league's leader Tres Cantos (#1) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mensajero: D.Rodriguez 18+1reb, R.Paulo 17+6reb+3ast, R.Ids 12+3reb+4ast, A.Angel 9+8reb, L.Ries 7+6reb+1ast, O.Pena 5+2reb+2ast
Real Canoe: M.Daniel 18+9reb, L.Juan 10+6reb+2ast, P.Enrique 9+3reb+8ast, M.Eduardo 7+4reb+1ast, L.Nestor 7+2reb+2ast, G.Jaime 5+9reb

Azudense - Tres Cantos 58-75

No shocking result in a game in Guadalajara where first ranked Tres Cantos (12-1) won against 8th ranked Azudense (6-8) 75-58 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Nouhou Maiga who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 17 rebounds. Jorge Dominguez (-2001) chipped in 18 points. Venezuelan Johandryt Mendoza (201-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds and Australian forward Jamie Munro (198-2002) added 15 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tres Cantos have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-1 record, which they share with Tenerife Naut. and Estudiantes B. Loser Azudense dropped to the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with 16 other teams. Tres Cantos will meet at home Real Canoe (#4) in the next round. Azudense will play against Telde and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tres Cantos: N.Maiga 20+17reb, J.Dominguez 18+3reb+2ast, G.Diaz 10+4reb+4ast, J.Atienza 9+3reb+1ast, G.Lardies 8+3reb, G.Daniel 5+3reb+1ast
Azudense: J.Munro 15+4reb+2ast, J.Mendoza 14+13reb, B.Jorge 9+4reb, E.Eduardo 8+2reb, O.Manuel 6+7reb+2ast, H.German 3+1reb

Boadilla - Telde 53-75

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked Boadilla's (3-11) home loss to thirteenth ranked Telde (5-9) 53-75 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Telde made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Arturo Fernandez (193-1995) who scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. Guillermo Artiles chipped in 20 points. Telde's coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ignacio Blanco-Argibay produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds and Cesar Cuesta added 3 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Telde moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Boadilla lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Telde will meet at home Azudense (#10) in the next round. Boadilla will play against Felipe Anton in La Palma and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Telde: G.Artiles 20+3reb, F.Arturo 17+7reb+2ast, A.Santana 8+4reb, R.Alberto 8+9reb, I.Mencara 6+2ast, S.Pablo 6+1reb+4ast
Boadilla: B.Ignacio 14+10reb+1ast, O.Angel 8+2reb+2ast, P.Enrique 8+6reb+2ast, V.Jesus 7+3reb+2ast, B.Emilio 6+1reb+1ast, D.Paul 4+5reb+1ast

Zentro Basket - Felipe Anton 97-77

Rather predictable result in Madrid where fourth ranked Zentro Basket (10-4) smashed 6th ranked Felipe Anton (6-7) 97-77 on Saturday. Zentro Basket shot 60.3 percent from the field. Zentro Basket had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was DR Congolese forward Gloire Goma (196-2003, college: CSUB) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Austrian forward Benjamin Schuch (202-2006) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Zentro Basket's coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mali center Mamadou Nimaga (206-2007) produced 14 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Kilian Riverol (175-1995) added 12 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Zentro Basket moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Felipe Anton dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Morvedre. Zentro Basket will meet Talavera (#7) on the road in the next round. Felipe Anton will play against Boadilla and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Zentro Basket: G.Gloire 29+10reb+5ast, S.Benjamin 13+6reb+6ast, M.Estape 13+4reb+4ast, L.Schiebelhut 11+4reb+2ast, J.Vaquero 8, T.Verdera 8+3reb+6ast
Felipe Anton: N.Mamadou 14+8reb, R.Kilian 12+4reb+4ast, J.Galletto 11+2reb+5ast, D.Edgar 10+1reb+2ast, M.Santiago 8+9reb+2ast, S.Alejandro 7+3reb+1ast

Group C-A

Calvia - Mataro Parc 80-53

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Mataro Parc (4-10) was rolled over on the road by seventh ranked Calvia (7-7) 80-53 on Sunday. Calvia outrebounded Mataro Parc 54-29 including a 41-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Calvia made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Ruben Vicente (199-2005) who scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Alex Almenta (207-2004, agency: BIG) chipped in 8 points and 11 rebounds. Alan Beltran produced 14 points and Eduard Nogues (193-2003) added 7 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Calvia moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Mataro Parc lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with ten games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Calvia will meet league's second-placed Mollerussa in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mataro Parc will play against Ibiza (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Calvia: V.Ruben 14+6reb+2ast, A.Aguilera 14+3reb+1ast, P.Alexis 12+4reb, A.Alex 8+11reb+3ast, D.Rogelio 8+10reb+3ast, A.Bennasar 7+4reb
Mataro Parc: B.Alan 14+3reb+2ast, V.Izan 10+2reb, G.Marc 8+1ast, E.Nogues 7+6reb+3ast, O.Hernan 6+5reb, M.Lluis 6+2reb

D'Inca - Mollerussa 97-81

There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked D'Inca (4-10) beat at home top-ranked Mollerussa (12-2) 97-81 on Saturday. D'Inca forced 19 Mollerussa turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Marc Aguilo (196-1999) who scored 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Power forward Carlos Poyatos (207-1994) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Four D'Inca players scored in double figures. Guard Pau Sarrate (194-2002) produced 23 points and 5 rebounds and Pol Rios (-2004) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. D'Inca moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Mollerussa still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. D'Inca will meet higher ranked Valls (#8) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mollerussa will play against Calvia (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
D'Inca: M.Aguilo 16+7reb+1ast, P.Carlos 15+5reb+2ast, P.Cami 14+3reb+5ast, L.Sanchez 14+3reb+1ast, J.Riera 11, X.Andreu 9+6reb+2ast
Mollerussa: P.Sarrate 23+5reb, P.Rios 15+6reb+4ast, M.Vieytes 12+3reb+1ast, R.Roger 8+4reb+1ast, D.Connor 7+5reb+1ast, X.Elvira 5+2reb

Sant Cugat - Valls 64-75

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Sant Cugat (6-8) was defeated at home by ninth ranked Valls (6-8) 75-64 on Sunday. Valls forced 19 Sant Cugat turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Oriol Besora (182-1997) who scored 14 points and 4 assists. Power forward Arnau Rosa (198-2005) chipped in 14 points. British forward Adria Amabilino-Perez (201-1999, college: Bentley) produced 15 points and 6 rebounds and Miquel Gonzalez (196-2007) added 6 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Valls moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams including defeated Sant Cugat. Valls will meet at home D'Inca (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Sant Cugat will play against Igualada (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Valls: B.Oriol 14+1reb+4ast, A.Rosa 14+4reb, I.Arnau 10+2reb, T.Adria 10+3reb, F.Guillem 8+3reb+4ast, G.Gerard 8+2reb+3ast
Sant Cugat: A.Adria 15+6reb+1ast, L.Ferran 11, C.Sergi 8+4reb+1ast, F.Pere 7+3reb, I.Daniel 6+3reb+3ast, G.Miquel 6+9reb+1ast

Alfinden - Igualada 73-87

No shocking result in a game in Zaragoza where fifth ranked Igualada (9-5) won against 14th ranked Alfinden (2-12) 87-73 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Lluc Sala (197-2004) who scored 25 points and 5 rebounds. Arnau Cumelles (198-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Five Igualada players scored in double figures. American forward Martin Smith (196-1993, college: Lipscomb) produced 21 points and Cape Verdean Anderson Correia (195-1997) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Igualada moved-up to second place, which they share with 13 other teams. Alfinden lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Igualada will meet at home Sant Cugat (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Alfinden will play against Barbastro and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Igualada: L.Sala 25+5reb+2ast, A.Cumelles 12+10reb+1ast, Q.Sergio 10+1reb+4ast, C.Fons 10+4reb+1ast, E.Tejero 10+4reb+2ast, A.Balta 8+4reb
Alfinden: M.Smith 21+2reb+2ast, A.Correia 16+5reb+2ast, A.Vicente 15+2reb+1ast, T.Willian 7+6reb, P.Bruno 6+2reb, R.Sergio 4+5reb

Roser - Barbastro 66-78

There was an upset when higher ranked Roser (6-8) was defeated at home by eleventh ranked Barbastro (5-9) 78-66 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was center Jose Antonio Malo (202-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Argentinian guard Thiago Sartor (185-2003) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds. Pablo Santiago (-2005) produced 17 points and 9 rebounds and Albert Montalvo (201-1999) added 14 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) respectively for the hosts. Four Roser players scored in double figures. Roser's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Barbastro moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Loser Roser dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 16 other teams. Barbastro will meet at home Alfinden (#14) in the next round where they are favorite. Roser will play against Castelldefels (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Barbastro: T.Sartor 23+6reb+1ast, J.Malo 19+10reb+3ast, U.Latorre 13+5reb+1ast, X.Rosas 8+2reb+3ast, J.Pardina 5+5reb, J.Miranda 5+4reb+1ast
Roser: P.Santiago 17+9reb, A.Montalvo 14+8reb+1ast, M.Pau 14+7reb+1ast, C.Adria 10+2reb+4ast, M.Puig 5+1reb, Q.Antonio 4+3reb+3ast

Tarragona - Castelldefels 89-73

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Tarragona as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Tenerife Naut.) loss. Tarragona defeated one of their biggest challengers Castelldefels at home 89-73. Tarragona shot 26 for 36 from the free-throw line, while Castelldefels only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Castelldefels 42-26 including 17 on the offensive glass. Castelldefels was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. Marc Buscail (204-2003) notched 17 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Daniel Fernandez (181-1994) supported him with 20 points (was perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line !!!). Four Tarragona players scored in double figures. Even 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by forward Eric Manes (194-1987) did not help to save the game for Castelldefels. Pol Saiz (191-2002) added 18 points for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tarragona (12-2) have an impressive five-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 7 other teams. Castelldefels at the other side dropped to the second place with five games lost. They share the position with 13 other teams. Castelldefels will play next round against Roser trying to get back on the winning streak. Tarragona will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked L'Hospitalet on the road.
Top scorers:
Tarragona: D.Fernandez 20+2reb+3ast, M.Buscail 17+7reb+3ast, S.Hall 14+9reb+1ast, L.David 12+11reb+2ast, D.Adria 10+1ast, F.Iker 6+5reb+1ast
Castelldefels: S.Pol 18+2reb, C.Alex 12, M.Eric 9+7reb+5ast, A.Jaume 8, M.Marc 6+4reb, D.Tugores 6+3reb+4ast

Ibiza - L'Hospitalet 78-84

Very predictable result when third ranked L'Hospitalet (12-2) defeated on the road 12th ranked Ibiza (4-10) 84-78 on Sunday. L'Hospitalet shot 24 for 32 from the free-throw line, while Ibiza only scored eight points from the stripe. The best player for the winners was forward Gerard Sevillano (196-1994, agency: BIG) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard David Font (192-2000) chipped in 13 points. French Davy Coffie (194-2002) produced 21 points and 8 rebounds and forward Axel Castillo (194-1988) added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Four Ibiza players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. L'Hospitalet have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 7 other teams. Ibiza lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. L'Hospitalet will meet at home league's leader Tarragona in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ibiza will play against Mataro Parc (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
L'Hospitalet: S.Gerard 22+10reb+4ast, F.David 13+4reb, E.Maxim 11+4reb, A.Angelo 8+4reb+2ast, D.Kramer 8+4reb, T.Arnau 7+1reb+2ast
Ibiza: C.Davy 21+8reb, M.Lucas 16+4reb, C.Axel 14+6reb+5ast, R.Hugo 11+3reb+6ast, R.Jorge 8+2reb, M.Luis 4+2reb

Group C-B

Tecla Sala - Andratx 83-73

Not a big story in a game in Barcelona where 13th ranked Andratx (2-12) was defeated by eleventh ranked Tecla Sala (5-9) 83-73 on Sunday. Tecla Sala forced 19 Andratx turnovers. The best player for the winners was Raul Palomares who scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. Eduard Martin chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Argentinian-Croatian point guard Eugenio Zustovich (179-1997, agency: BAGENCY CSA) produced 12 points and 7 assists and power forward Antoni Vicens (204-1990, agency: BAGENCY CSA) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tecla Sala moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Loser Andratx dropped to the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Tecla Sala will meet higher ranked Es Castell (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Andratx will play against the league's second-placed Navas (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Tecla Sala: R.Palomares 24+6reb+3ast, M.Fontanals 16+3reb, E.Martin 11+5reb+4ast, R.Fernandez 9+5reb+3ast, P.Gonzalez 6+3reb+3ast, M.Garcia 6+4reb+2ast
Andratx: A.Vicens 13+6reb+1ast, I.Martinez 13+4reb+1ast, E.Zustovich 12+4reb+7ast, D.Moustapha 9+4reb, B.Andreu 7+2reb, Z.Benicio 5+3reb+1ast

Granollers - Es Castell 68-83

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Es Castell (10-3) beat on the road 7th ranked Granollers (7-7) 83-68 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was point guard Javier Hernandez (182-1992) who scored 24 points, 5 assists and 6 steals. Power forward Rafa Gomez (203-1999) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. Four Es Castell players scored in double figures. Carles Homs (196-1996) produced 25 points and 7 rebounds and Gerard Prat (-2004) added 7 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Granollers' coach rotated eleven players and allowed the starting five to rest. Es Castell moved-up to second place, which they share with Xiria. Loser Granollers dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Es Castell will meet at home Tecla Sala (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Granollers will play against Universitat Vic (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Es Castell: H.Javier 24+3reb+5ast, S.Llufriu 12+5reb+1ast, N.Sauleymane 11+7reb, G.Rafa 10+9reb+1ast, G.Guillem 9+8reb, M.Corbera 8+3reb+4ast
Granollers: H.Carles 25+7reb, S.Marc 10+4reb, O.Toure 9+3reb, P.Gerard 7+8reb+3ast, V.Albert 5+3reb+2ast, A.Peiro 5+2reb+1ast

Prat - Universitat Vic 81-73

There was no surprise when 3rd ranked Universitat Vic (10-4) was defeated on the road by first ranked Prat (13-1) 81-73 on Saturday. Prat made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Marc Sese (189-1993) who scored 15 points and 5 assists. Guard Sergi Costa (189-1996) chipped in 11 points and 5 assists. Four Prat players scored in double figures. French Arthur Simon (202-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and Nahuel Del Val (187-2001) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Prat have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-1 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Universitat Vic keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Prat will meet SESE (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Universitat Vic will play against Granollers and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Prat: M.Sese 15+3reb+5ast, N.Jose 14+2reb+2ast, S.Quim 13+2ast, S.Costa 11+3reb+5ast, S.Thomas 10+7reb+1ast, C.Adria 9+7reb+1ast
Universitat Vic: N.Del Val 18+5reb, S.Arthur 15+12reb+1ast, A.Lajay 14+3reb+6ast, V.David 9+6reb+1ast, S.Eddy 6+2reb+1ast, D.Nguba 5+6reb

Zaragoza CB - SESE 90-86

There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Zaragoza CB (3-11) won against at home higher ranked SESE (8-5) 90-86 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Greek center Georgios Georgiou (205-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. Miguel Casado chipped in 15 points. Center Fernand Vilar (202-2003, agency: BIG) produced 18 points and 7 rebounds and forward Arnau Jaime (201-2001) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four SESE players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Zaragoza CB moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser SESE keeps the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Adesavi. Zaragoza CB's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Zaragoza to the arena Huerva.
Top scorers:
Zaragoza CB: G.Georgiou 28+10reb+1ast, M.Casado 15+4reb+3ast, J.Castello 8+1ast, R.Borges 8, V.Federico 8+4reb+2ast, P.Ramos 8+4reb
SESE: F.Vilar 18+7reb, I.Ignasi 16+5reb, J.Arnau 16+5reb+2ast, C.Pau 11+1reb+7ast, H.Gabriel 7+6reb+1ast, P.Alvaro 5+6reb+2ast

Esparreguera - Huerva 83-63

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 8th ranked Huerva (6-8) was crushed on the road by ninth ranked Esparreguera (6-8) 83-63 on Saturday. Esparreguera forced 19 Huerva turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Jeremy Martin (185-1998) who scored 14 points and 4 assists. Forward Miquel Segarra (200-2000) chipped in 12 points and 6 rebounds. Martin is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four Esparreguera players scored in double figures. Power forward Marcos Portalez (202-1995, agency: Interperformances) produced 7 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and Pablo Gimeno (-2003) added 14 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Esparreguera moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams including defeated Huerva. Huerva lost third consecutive game. Esparreguera will meet higher ranked Mollet (#5) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Huerva's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Zaragoza Zaragoza CB.
Top scorers:
Esparreguera: A.Barquets 16+1reb+1ast, J.Martin 14+3reb+4ast, M.Segarra 12+6reb+1ast, J.Sole 10+7reb+1ast, X.Almirall 8+5reb, P.Campana 7+3reb+8ast
Huerva: G.Pablo 14+4reb+2ast, P.Marco 10+2reb+1ast, H.Nathan 10+2reb+1ast, F.Javier 8+6reb+1ast, M.Portalez 7+13reb+7ast, C.Diego 6+5reb+2ast

Cornella - Mollet 83-76

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Cornella (6-8) defeated at home higher ranked Mollet (9-5) 83-76 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Raul Perez who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Isaac Mayo (195-2001, agency: BIG) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds. Alejandro Reyes produced 18 points and power forward Javi Rodriguez (202-1992) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Cornella moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 16 other teams. Loser Mollet dropped to the second position with five games lost. They share it with 13 other teams. Cornella will meet Quart (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mollet will play against Esparreguera (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cornella: M.Isaac 23+6reb+3ast, R.Perez 20+10reb+2ast, B.Morales 10+1reb+4ast, A.Samake 8+4reb+5ast, G.Perez 8+2reb, L.Martos 7+8reb
Mollet: R.Alejandro 18+2reb+1ast, R.Javi 15+3reb, S.Angel 7+4reb, V.Gerard 7+3reb+1ast, A.Real 7+2reb, V.Albert 7+3reb+3ast

Navas - Quart 80-73

Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked Quart (1-13) was defeated on the road by second ranked Navas (12-3) 80-73 on Saturday. Navas outrebounded Quart 47-28 including a 19-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Adria Montagut (-2000) who scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Ukrainian swingman Dmytro Zhuravlov (202-2002) chipped in 20 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Marc Serrat (195-2003) produced 14 points and 7 rebounds and Ferran Diaz (189-2003, agency: BIG) added 8 points and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Quart's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Navas have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 12-3 record having just one point less than leader Tres Cantos. Quart lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with 13 games lost. Navas will meet Coria (#5) on the road in the next round. Quart will play against Cornella (#8) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Navas: A.Montagut 20+8reb+5ast, Z.Dmytro 20+8reb, A.Keita 12+13reb, B.Marc 9+3reb+5ast, M.Pol 8+3reb+4ast, G.Alba 6+2reb+1ast
Quart: S.Marc 14+7reb+1ast, C.Joel 10+1reb, G.Roger 9+2reb+4ast, F.Diaz 8+2reb+5ast, N.Ricard 7+2reb+1ast, C.Marc 7+2reb+4ast

Group D-A

Almeria - La Zubia 54-62

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked La Zubia and 12th ranked Almeria had identical 2-10 record. But Almeria was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from La Zubia 62-54 on Saturday night. La Zubia held Almeria to an opponent 23.9 percent shooting from the field compared to 35.1 percent accuracy of the winners. The best player for the winners was point guard David Garcia Gazquez (180-1993) who scored 16 points and 4 assists. Marcos Vigo (191-1998) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Angel Contreras produced 16 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and power forward Nahuel Pena (206-2002, agency: BAGENCY CSA) added 8 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. La Zubia (3-10) moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Picken Claret and Castello B. Almeria lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 11 games lost. La Zubia will meet at home higher ranked Tijola (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Almeria will play against the league's second-placed Algeciras (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
La Zubia: G.Garcia 16+3reb+4ast, M.Vigo 15+5reb+1ast, Z.Pope 9+1reb, A.Mir 8+5reb+2ast, R.Jorge 6+13reb+1ast, H.Tavio 5+1reb
Almeria: C.Angel 16+5reb, N.Pena 8+8reb+2ast, R.David 7+4reb+1ast, G.Alejandro 6+3reb, R.Jose 5+10reb, S.Valentin 3+4reb

Oh!Tels ULB - Algeciras 65-102

There was no surprise in La Linea where 11th ranked Oh!Tels ULB (5-9) was outplayed by second ranked Algeciras (12-2) 102-65 on Saturday. Algeciras made 26-of-32 free shots (81.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was guard Bernard Edokpayi (195-2003) who scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Eugenio Egea (185-2003) chipped in 18 points. Four Algeciras players scored in double figures. Arturo Seara produced 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Argentinian-Italian Leandro Furlan (193-1993) added 19 points respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Algeciras have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Oh!Tels ULB dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 12 other teams. Algeciras will meet at home Almeria (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Oh!Tels ULB will play against El Pinar (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Algeciras: B.Edokpayi 21+5reb+3ast, G.Bernardo 18+2reb+1ast, E.Egea 18+1reb+3ast, M.Hetor 13+5reb+2ast, R.Romar 8+1reb+4ast, M.Roesley 8+12reb+1ast
Oh!Tels ULB: F.Leandro 19+4reb+1ast, S.Arturo 15+7reb+5ast, C.Santo 10+5reb, V.Alejandro 8+3reb, L.Juanmi 6+5reb+3ast, D.Stachovskij 4+7reb

Marbella - El Pinar 82-81

There was a small surprise when seventh ranked Marbella (8-6) edged at home 5th ranked El Pinar (8-6) 82-81 on Saturday. It was a great shooting night for Marbella especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 56.3 percentage. The best player for the winners was center Javier Vega (205-1988) who scored 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American-Italian power forward Christopher Mortellaro (208-1982, college: Drury, agency: BIG) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. Five Marbella players scored in double figures. Joaquin Garcia produced 18 points and 5 rebounds and naturalized Brazilian guard Carlinhos Cobos (193-1988) added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Marbella moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams including defeated El Pinar. Marbella will meet league's leader Jaen FS on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. El Pinar will play against Oh!Tels ULB (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Marbella: J.Aguera 14+1reb, C.Juan 14+1reb, V.Javier 11+7reb+4ast, B.Anibal 11+3reb+3ast, M.Christopher 10+9reb+1ast, V.Hugo 10+4reb+5ast
El Pinar: G.Joaquin 18+5reb+2ast, C.Cobos 14+5reb+5ast, M.Luis Miguel 12+2reb, I.Pablo 8+3reb+4ast, V.Jonathan 7+4reb+4ast, R.Jose Miguel 7+1reb

Motril - Jaen FS 94-112

Very expected game when 9th ranked Motril (5-9) was defeated at home by first ranked Jaen FS (13-1) 112-94 on Saturday. Jaen FS made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Serbian power forward Dusan Juzbasic (207-1999) who scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Pablo Avalos chipped in 18 points. Five Jaen FS players scored in double figures. Eduardo Gea produced 28 points (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field) and American forward Bryce Hunt (201-2000, college: Evangel) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Jaen FS have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-1 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Motril lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 12 other teams. Jaen FS will meet at home Marbella (#5) in the next round. Motril will play against Fuengirola and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Jaen FS: J.Dusan 18+7reb, P.Avalos 18+3reb, R.Revelles 15+1reb+4ast, L.Sigismonti 13+1reb+4ast, D.Melero 13+4reb+2ast, R.Salas 10+5reb
Motril: G.Eduardo 28+1reb, H.Bryce 20+5reb+2ast, F.Hugo 11+1reb, M.Samuel 10+1ast, F.Pablo 8+2reb+3ast, M.Jose Carlos 6+5reb+1ast

Novaschool - Fuengirola 96-75

Rather predictable result in Malaga where eighth ranked Novaschool (8-6) smashed 10th ranked Fuengirola (5-9) 96-75 on Saturday. Novaschool forced 27 Fuengirola turnovers. The best player for the winners was Emilio Trujillo who scored 42 points (!!!) and 8 steals (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Jorge Criado chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds. Argentinian-Polish forward Thomas Wolkowyski (198-2000, college: CIU) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and forward Daniel Terron (191-1998) added 17 points respectively for the guests. Four Fuengirola 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. Novaschool moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Fuengirola dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with 12 other teams. Novaschool will meet higher ranked Melilla (#4) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Fuengirola will play against Motril (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Novaschool: E.Trujillo 42+3reb+2ast, V.Palomo 12+2reb+2ast, O.Diaz 9+3reb+1ast, J.Criado 9+9reb+1ast, T.Esteves 7+4reb+1ast, T.Parra 5
Fuengirola: T.Daniel 17+4reb+3ast, K.Arturs 15+4reb+2ast, W.Thomas 15+10reb+1ast, M.Francisco 10+5reb+1ast, M.Adrian 7+5reb+5ast, V.Rafael 6+6reb+2ast

Murgi - Melilla 80-101

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Murgi (7-7) was rolled over at home by fourth ranked Melilla (9-5) 101-80 on Sunday. Melilla outrebounded Murgi 50-36 including 17 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Cristian Palomares (198-2005, college: Lawrence Tech) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Wasim El Otmani (187-1998, agency: BAGENCY CSA) chipped in 23 points. Argentinian point guard Alan Moreno (185-1997, agency: BIG) produced 20 points and 9 rebounds and Bernardo Gimenez (196-2002) added 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) respectively for the hosts. Four Murgi 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. Melilla moved-up to second place, which they share with 13 other teams. Murgi lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Melilla will meet at home Novaschool (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Murgi will play against Jaen CB 2 in Cazorla and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Melilla: E.Wasim 23+2reb+1ast, P.Cristian 21+10reb+1ast, S.Curbelo 14+3reb+1ast, G.Mario 12+4reb+6ast, J.Cerisuelo 9+9reb+2ast, F.Chekri 9+6reb+4ast
Murgi: A.Moreno 20+9reb+1ast, G.Bernardo 17+6reb+2ast, Y.Juan 14+2reb+1ast, R.Cristian 12+4reb+1ast, D.Rocha 8+5reb+2ast, C.Gonzalo 5+1reb

Tijola - Andujar SKA 75-67

Everything went according to plan when third ranked Tijola (11-3) beat at home bottom-ranked Andujar SKA (0-3) 75-67 on Saturday. Tijola forced 25 Andujar SKA turnovers. The best player for the winners was Argentinian Ciro Zuluaga who scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Eloy Domenech (193-2003) chipped in 19 points. British forward Ian Vivero (190-2001, agency: BAGENCY CSA) produced 17 points and 8 rebounds and Argentinian guard Facundo Dayer (185-1995) added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tijola have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Andujar SKA still closes the standings with three games lost. Tijola will meet La Zubia (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Andujar SKA will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Tijola: D.Eloy 19+4reb+1ast, C.Zuluaga 14+7reb+4ast, K.Edmond 10+5reb, C.Roberto 10+7reb, H.Waheid 9+2reb, G.Aaron 5+6reb+3ast
Andujar SKA: I.Vivero 17+8reb+2ast, D.Facundo 12+5reb+5ast, D.Kisingo 11+9reb, S.Kitambo Exauce 10+7reb+1ast, J.Jose Morales 10+2reb+2ast, E.Jose 5+8reb+1ast

Group D-B

Dos Hermanas - Moraleja 72-44

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Moraleja (2-12) was outplayed on the road by ninth ranked Dos Hermanas (5-9) 72-44 on Sunday. Dos Hermanas held Moraleja to an opponent 17.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 28.7 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Moraleja 60-39 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was point guard Antonio Diaz (190-2003) who had a double-double by scoring 10 points, 19 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Guard Adrian Doblado (191-2002) chipped in 25 points and 7 rebounds. Swingman Adrian Froufe (194-2003) produced 12 points and 9 rebounds and guard Gabriel Perez (185-2002) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dos Hermanas moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Moraleja lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Dos Hermanas will meet Aljaraque (#11) on the road in the next round. Moraleja will play against San Fernando and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dos Hermanas: A.Doblado 25+7reb, F.Cotan 15+8reb+1ast, A.Diaz 10+19reb+5ast, S.Navarro 8+4reb, A.Llano 3+8reb+2ast, P.Seco 3+1reb
Moraleja: A.Froufe 12+9reb, J.Fernandez 11+6reb+1ast, P.Gabriel 9+8reb+3ast, G.Tyren 7+1reb, N.Fallou 4+8reb+1ast, M.Mohamed 1+5reb+1ast

Bosco Merida - Aljaraque 81-71

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Bosco Merida (11-3) won against at home 10th ranked Aljaraque (2-12) 81-71 on Saturday. Bosco Merida made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Bosco Merida outrebounded Aljaraque 61-27 including a 21-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Angolan guard Juscelino Ricardo (187-1999) who scored 23 points and 6 rebounds. Miguel Gedeao chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points, 17 rebounds and 5 blocks. Five Bosco Merida players scored in double figures. Power forward Alejandro Marquez (195-2004) produced 20 points and French forward Oumar Kante (194-2003) added 7 points and 12 rebounds respectively for the guests. Aljaraque's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bosco Merida have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Aljaraque lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Bosco Merida will meet league's leader Badajoz Vitaly on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Aljaraque will play against Dos Hermanas (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bosco Merida: J.Ricardo 23+6reb+1ast, M.Jeyvi 15+12reb, P.Javier 14+4reb+5ast, M.Gedeao 10+17reb+1ast, E.Andrade 10+11reb+1ast, R.Carretero 5+2reb
Aljaraque: M.Alejandro 20+3reb, V.Javier 11+4reb, J.Bravo 9+3ast, B.Francisco 8+4reb+1ast, O.Kante 7+12reb+3ast, L.Alvaro 7+3reb+6ast

Sagrado Corazon - Badajoz Vitaly 73-85

Very expected game in Caceres where 6th ranked Sagrado Corazon (8-6) was defeated by first ranked Badajoz Vitaly (12-2) 85-73 on Saturday. Badajoz Vitaly outrebounded Sagrado Corazon 35-22 including 25 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Adrian Mendez (195-1993) who scored 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Center Alberto Diaz (209-1998) chipped in 13 points and 9 rebounds. Four Badajoz Vitaly players scored in double figures. Badajoz Vitaly's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American guard Ty Perry (193-1998, college: New Haven, agency: WP Sports Agency) produced 20 points and forward Matteo Casero (192-2006) added 18 points respectively for the hosts. Badajoz Vitaly have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-2 record, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Sagrado Corazon dropped to the fifth place with six games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Badajoz Vitaly will meet at home league's second-placed Bosco Merida in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sagrado Corazon will play against Huelva Com. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Badajoz Vitaly: A.Mendez 18+6reb+6ast, A.Mejia 18+3reb+1ast, D.Alberto 13+9reb+1ast, I.Sharif 13+3reb+1ast, W.Jake 9+2reb+2ast, R.Alogo-Evuna 7+6reb+1ast
Sagrado Corazon: T.Perry 20+4reb+2ast, M.Casero 18+1reb+1ast, L.Bruno 9+1reb+1ast, S.Juan 8+2reb+5ast, P.Adrian 7+5reb+2ast, G.Sebastian 5+4reb+1ast

Penarroya - Huelva Com. 76-66

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Penarroya (1-4) defeated at home higher ranked Huelva Com. (9-5) 76-66 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Pablo Villarejo (195-1992) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Andorra Carlos Aranda (172-2004) chipped in 7 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Joaquin Reyes (196-1996) produced 11 points and Cape Verdean Anim Delgado (190-1999, agency: BAGENCY CSA) added 12 points respectively for the guests. Four Huelva Com. players scored in double figures. Huelva Com.'s coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Penarroya went down to thirteenth position due to points difference. Loser Huelva Com. dropped to the second place with five games lost. They share the position with 13 other teams. Penarroya will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Huelva Com. will play against Sagrado Corazon and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Penarroya: P.Villarejo 18+10reb+1ast, A.Alejandro 15+3reb, N.Xavier 12+4reb+1ast, S.Roger 9+2reb+1ast, A.Elias 8+3reb, C.Aranda 7+12reb+2ast
Huelva Com.: M.Garcia 13+2reb+1ast, A.Delgado 12+4reb, R.Joaquin 11+4reb+2ast, F.Oluwasanmi 10+3reb, K.Maxim 7, S.Trujillo 4+5reb

Gymnastica - Coria 57-61

There was a minor upset in El Puerto de Santa Maria where one of their biggest challengers Gymnastica (9-5) was defeated by fifth ranked Coria (9-5) 61-57 on Saturday. Coria forced 25 Gymnastica turnovers. Strangely Gymnastica outrebounded Coria 48-27 including a 35-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Juan Manuel Cebolla (195-2001) who scored 24 points. Swingman Andres Tejada (195-1998) chipped in 6 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Forward David Jimenez (197-2004) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 21 rebounds and Cuban guard Raudelis Guerra (191-1993) added 20 points respectively for the hosts. Gymnastica's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Coria have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 13 other teams including defeated Gymnastica. Coria will meet at home league's second-placed Navas in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gymnastica will play against the league's second-placed San Antonio in Caceres and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Coria: M.Juan 24+1reb, J.Campos 10+1reb+1ast, S.Laghridat 7+10reb, M.Ortega 7+1reb+1ast, J.Robles 7+4reb+2ast, A.Tejada 6+7reb+4ast
Gymnastica: G.Raudelis 20+3reb+2ast, J.David 19+21reb+1ast, V.Rafael 6+2reb+4ast, F.Ruesga 5+2reb+1ast, O.Raul 3+3reb, C.Alvaro 2+3reb

Badajoz Acad. - San Antonio 76-69

There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Badajoz Acad. (3-11) beat at home second-ranked San Antonio (9-5) 76-69 on Saturday. Badajoz Acad. forced 21 San Antonio turnovers. The best player for the winners was Rodrigo Rubio (-2006, college: Neosho Co.) who scored 16 points. Alvaro Chaparro chipped in 16 points. Angolan center Jonatao Ndjungu (203-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 29 points and 16 rebounds and Juan Lopez added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Four San Antonio players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Badajoz Acad. moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 4 other teams. San Antonio lost third consecutive game. They keep the second position with five games lost. They share it with 13 other teams. Badajoz Acad. will meet higher ranked Alcala (#9) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. San Antonio will play against Gymnastica (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Badajoz Acad.: R.Rubio 16+4reb+3ast, A.Chaparro 16+4reb+2ast, I.Traore 12+9reb, I.Fernandez 8+1reb+1ast, B.Ndour 8+9reb+2ast, R.Markwardt 6+4reb+1ast
San Antonio: J.Ndjungu 29+16reb+2ast, L.Juan 13+5reb+4ast, L.Leonardo 11+7reb+1ast, M.Guigui 10+4reb+2ast, G.Francisco 2+1reb+1ast, D.Luis 2+1reb

San Fernando - Alcala Caja87 84-74

There was no surprise in Sevilla where 14th ranked Alcala Caja87 (5-5) was defeated by seventh ranked San Fernando (8-6) 84-74 on Saturday. San Fernando looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was center Juan Antonio Rodriguez-Guerra (200-1989) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 15 rebounds. Forward Jesus Remesal (194-1995) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Hugo Andrade produced 19 points and Adrian Rodriguez added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Four Alcala Caja87 players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. San Fernando moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Alcala Caja87 lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. San Fernando will meet Moraleja (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Alcala Caja87 will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
San Fernando: J.Rodriguez-Guerra 17+15reb+1ast, J.Remesal 17+4reb+5ast, M.Ezomo 16+6reb+2ast, C.Galan 9+3reb, D.Escamilla 8+1reb+1ast, C.Miguel 4+3reb+4ast
Alcala Caja87: A.Hugo 19+2reb+1ast, F.Alejandro 15+1ast, R.Adrian 14+7reb, V.Alfonso 10+3reb, L.Joaquin 6+4reb+1ast, V.Bastien 4+4reb

Group E-A

El Pilar - Jovens 66-85

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Valencia where third ranked Jovens (12-2) outleveled second-ranked El Pilar (11-2) 85-66 on Sunday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Jovens outrebounded El Pilar 43-25 including a 31-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Kelvyn Montano (-2000) who had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds. point guard Bernat Mondragon (178-1996) chipped in 19 points and 8 assists. point guard Alejandro Ortega (183-2001) produced 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and Marcos Berenguer (-2002) added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Jovens have an impressive 11-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser El Pilar dropped to the third place with two games lost. Jovens will meet at home Vila-Real (#4) in the next round. El Pilar will play against the league's leader Puerto Sagunto in Gilet and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Jovens: K.Montano 28+10reb+2ast, B.Mondragon 19+1reb+8ast, E.Capoue 11, J.Mate 6+9reb+1ast, J.Ballesteros 5+1reb+2ast, A.Martin 4+3reb
El Pilar: O.Alejandro 17+9reb+8ast, R.Alejandro 12, B.Marcos 10+5reb+1ast, M.Javier 9+6reb+1ast, S.Rafa 8+1reb+1ast, C.Javier 6

Paterna - Puerto Sagunto 71-84

Very expected game when 5th ranked Paterna (7-6) was defeated at home by first ranked Puerto Sagunto (13-1) 84-71 on Sunday. Puerto Sagunto forced 20 Paterna turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was Alejandro Gadea (-2004) who scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Joaquin Rodenas chipped in 18 points. Forward Luis Rodriguez (198-1997) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and guard Esteban Denia (188-2004) added 8 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for the hosts. Paterna's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Puerto Sagunto have an impressive 12-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-1 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Paterna lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. They share the position with Jorge Juan. Puerto Sagunto will meet at home El Pilar (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Paterna will play against Vall D'uixo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Puerto Sagunto: A.Gadea 20+6reb+1ast, J.Rodenas 18+3reb+3ast, G.Joan 14+7reb+3ast, l.de 9+7reb+3ast, S.Yurchenko 6+5reb+4ast, H.Gomez 6+2reb
Paterna: H.Marco 13+4reb+1ast, R.Javier 12+1reb+1ast, B.Deivid 11+2reb+1ast, R.Luis 11+10reb+2ast, D.Esteban 8+6reb+7ast, B.Hugo 6+6reb+3ast

Picken Claret - Vall D'uixo 82-85

Very predictable result in Valencia where fifth ranked Vall D'uixo (8-6) edged 12th ranked Picken Claret (3-10) 85-82 on Sunday. Vall D'uixo forced 19 Picken Claret turnovers. The best player for the winners was Paco Arista (-2006) who scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. David Arija (192-2002, agency: BAGENCY CSA) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Llus Alberola produced 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and Italian forward Nikola Carpitelli (198-2002) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Vall D'uixo maintains fifth position with 8-6 record, which they share with 7 other teams. Picken Claret lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with ten games lost. They share the position with La Zubia and Castello B. Vall D'uixo will meet at home Paterna (#6) in the next round. Picken Claret will play against Tabernes (#9) in Tabernes Blanques and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Vall D'uixo: P.Arista 20+8reb+5ast, E.Diagne 16+9reb, C.Witson 14+1ast, A.David 13+10reb+6ast, A.Alba 6+3ast, C.Fuster 5+1reb+1ast
Picken Claret: A.Llus 21+7reb+4ast, C.Nikola 12+6reb+3ast, S.Maruan 11+2reb+1ast, C.Joel 10+2reb+2ast, G.Guillem 7+4reb+6ast, G.Martin 6+2reb+2ast

Morvedre - Almassera 101-99

There was a minor upset in Valencia where 7th ranked Almassera (6-8) was edged by ninth ranked Morvedre (6-7) 101-99 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was Pedro Bustamante (184-2001) who scored 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Sergio Arnaiz (189-2004) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Martin Poveda (-2006) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) and Pablo Rosello (-1998) added 13 points respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Morvedre have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Felipe Anton. Loser Almassera dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with 16 other teams. Morvedre will meet Peniscola (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Almassera will play against Aldaia (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Morvedre: P.Bustamante 27+5reb+5ast, S.Arnaiz 18+3reb+4ast, L.Barcos 17+4reb+2ast, J.Arnaiz 11+2ast, B.Fos 10+9reb+2ast, M.Jose 8+6reb+2ast
Almassera: M.Poveda 21+6reb+2ast, R.Pablo 13+3reb+3ast, C.Gorka 10+5reb+2ast, R.Hugo 10+4ast, R.Ramos 9+1ast, F.Ferran 9+2reb+1ast

Castello B - Peniscola 71-69

The game between closely ranked teams ended with thirteenth ranked Castello B's (3-10) home victory over 14th ranked Peniscola (2-12) 71-69 on Sunday. Castello B forced 21 Peniscola turnovers. The best player for the winners was David Saez (-2005) who scored 25 points and 9 rebounds. Swingman Jorge Balfagon (192-2005) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Castello B players scored in double figures. American forward David King (201, college: Lindenwood) produced 9 points and 13 rebounds and Raul Soro (-2006) added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Castello B moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with La Zubia and Picken Claret. Loser Peniscola dropped to the eleventh position with 12 games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Castello B will meet higher ranked Godella (#10) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Peniscola will play against Morvedre and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Castello B: D.Saez 25+9reb+1ast, J.Balfagon 13+5reb+4ast, L.Garcia 12+5reb+1ast, M.Lara 10+9reb, J.Tallon 5+7reb+2ast, M.Calanche 4+2reb+1ast
Peniscola: J.Lucas 13+2reb+1ast, R.Ricard 11+2reb+3ast, S.Luis 11+3reb+3ast, D.King 9+13reb+2ast, C.Enrique 9+1reb+1ast, S.Raul 9+10reb+2ast

Vila-Real - Godella 76-62

There was no surprise when 8th ranked Godella (5-8) was defeated on the road by fourth ranked Vila-Real (9-5) 76-62 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was power forward David Garcia (-2002) who scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Center Miguel Moragas (203-1994) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Vila-Real players scored in double figures. Center Juan Saez (200-2004) produced 16 points and Pau Pareja (-2004) added 15 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Vila-Real moved-up to second place, which they share with 13 other teams. Godella lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. They share it with Tabernes and Santa Cruz. Vila-Real will meet league's second-placed Jovens in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Godella will play against Castello B (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Vila-Real: M.Moragas 15+6reb+3ast, D.Garcia 14+8reb+2ast, P.Morte 13+3reb+2ast, J.Campos 11+7reb+3ast, B.Le 8+5reb, A.Cejudo 5+4reb+2ast
Godella: S.Juan 16+2reb+3ast, P.Pau 15+3reb+2ast, C.Xavier 8+3reb, S.Jose Ignacio 5+1reb+2ast, R.Toni 4+7reb+4ast, A.Alejandro 4+1ast

Group E-B

Sueca - Torrent 72-60

There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Sueca (10-2) won against at home second-ranked Torrent (10-2) 72-60 on Saturday. Strangely Torrent outrebounded Sueca 46-34 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Francisco Marco (193-2002) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Swingman Pablo Luengo (193-2004) chipped in 29 points. Sueca's coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Forward Alejandro Terrades (196-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and Jose Bedia added 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Sueca have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Torrent. Sueca will meet Adesavi (#6) in the next round. Torrent will play against Elche and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sueca: P.Luengo 29+2reb, F.Marco 16+15reb+3ast, A.Pol 11+3reb+1ast, L.Cervantes 6+2reb+1ast, S.Vicent 3+2reb+1ast, E.Morata 2+1reb+1ast
Torrent: A.Terrades 19+11reb+2ast, B.Jose 11+8reb+4ast, M.Jose 10+3reb+3ast, C.David 5+3reb+1ast, A.Miguel 4+1reb+1ast, V.Juan Jose 4+4reb+1ast

Montemar - Adesavi 64-70

Very expected game in Alicante where 10th ranked Montemar (4-9) was defeated by sixth ranked Adesavi (8-5) 70-64 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was forward Aldo Jose Serneguet (193-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals. Victor Galvez (-2004) chipped in 21 points and 7 rebounds. Power forward Jorge Garcia (203-1977) produced a double-double by scoring 30 points and 16 rebounds and Juan Jose Nunez added 12 points respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Adesavi maintains sixth position with 8-5 record, which they share with SESE. Montemar lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Estudiantes and Ontinet. Adesavi will meet at home higher ranked Sueca (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Montemar will play against Carolinas (#12) in La Carolina and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Adesavi: A.Serneguet 21+11reb+8ast, V.Galvez 21+7reb+2ast, S.Galvez 10+5reb+5ast, P.Lopez-Valverde 7+4reb+2ast, N.Albaladejo 4+9reb, C.Severa 4+3reb+1ast
Montemar: G.Jorge 30+16reb+3ast, N.Juan Jose 12+3reb+3ast, F.Mateo 9+6reb+1ast, T.Benat 7+7reb+2ast, A.Diego 5+3reb, G.Carlos 1+3reb+1ast

Cartagena Est. - Benidorm 64-66

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Benidorm (9-4) edged on the road 9th ranked Cartagena Est. (5-7) 66-64 on Sunday. Benidorm forced 21 Cartagena Est. turnovers. The best player for the winners was French point guard Thibault Desplace (188-2004) who scored 13 points and 5 assists. Forward Alan Kleinjan (195-1997) chipped in 11 points. Irish Josh Carr (-2002) produced 22 points and 7 rebounds and forward Antonio Ferragut (196-1994) added 19 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Benidorm maintains fifth position with 9-4 record. Loser Cartagena Est. keeps the ninth place with seven games lost. Benidorm will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cartagena Est. will play against Ontinet (#11) in Ontinyent and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Benidorm: T.Desplace 13+2reb+5ast, S.Jimena 11+2reb+1ast, A.Kleinjan 11+4reb+1ast, D.Closset 7+2reb, M.Mateo 7+4reb+2ast, A.Reggie 6+6reb+2ast
Cartagena Est.: C.Josh 22+7reb, F.Antonio 19+5reb, D.Rodrigo 5+4reb, T.Goodman 5+1reb+5ast, C.Leo 4+5reb+1ast, S.Dario 4+5reb+3ast

Alginet - Ontinet 99-75

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Ontinet (4-9) was rolled over on the road by top-ranked Alginet (13-0) 99-75 on Sunday. Alginet dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Ontinet's 46. Alginet forced 29 Ontinet turnovers. The best player for the winners was Rabah Mallik (, agency: BAGENCY CSA) who scored 23 points and 5 steals. Argentinian-Italian Alejandro Zurbriggen (194-1995) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. Four Alginet players scored in double figures. Chadian center Placide Nakidjim (205-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds and forward Jose Luis Ibanez (198-2000) added 18 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Alginet have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-0 record. Loser Ontinet dropped to the tenth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Estudiantes and Montemar. Alginet will meet Elche (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Ontinet will play against Cartagena Est. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Alginet: M.Rabah 23+3reb+3ast, Z.Alejandro 15+5reb+1ast, M.Miguel 12+3reb+5ast, M.Rodilla 11+2reb+1ast, J.Dalmau 10+5reb+2ast, L.Verdeguer 8+5reb+2ast
Ontinet: I.Jose Luis 18+3reb+4ast, P.Nakidjim 14+14reb, S.Jose 10+3reb+1ast, B.Iker 8+5reb+1ast, A.Vilagran 8+2reb+3ast, J.Molina 7+2reb+1ast

Lucentum - Elche 89-97

Everything went according to plan in Alicante where eighth ranked Elche (7-5) beat 13th ranked Lucentum (1-12) 97-89 on Sunday. Elche forced 20 Lucentum turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was Mali Tahirou Dicko Boundi (-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Center Pablo Gomez (-2001) chipped in 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Jesus Munoz (-2005) produced 22 points and 5 assists and Sergio Val Gutierrez (-2005) added 11 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Five Elche and four Lucentum players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Elche have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place. Lucentum lost third consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Maristas. Elche will meet higher ranked Torrent (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lucentum will play against Maristas (#14) in Valencia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Elche: T.Boundi 24+10reb+3ast, P.Gomez 21+6reb+4ast, V.Manuel 19+3reb+5ast, M.Mariscal 11+4ast, C.Gonzalez 10+8reb+1ast, D.Salvador 4+1reb+2ast
Lucentum: M.Jesus 22+4reb+5ast, B.Carlos 19+4reb+2ast, A.Fernando 19+1reb+3ast, S.Val Gutierrez 11+9reb+5ast, F.Kirill 8+8reb+6ast, T.Gustavo 7+3reb+6ast

Jorge Juan - Maristas 84-74

There was no surprise in Novelda where 14th ranked Maristas (1-12) was defeated by eighth ranked Jorge Juan (7-6) 84-74 on Saturday. Jorge Juan forced 21 Maristas turnovers. The best player for the winners was Jose Antonio Pujalte (196-2003) who scored 22 points and 4 steals. Forward Javier De Yraolagoitia (200-2000) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. Four Jorge Juan players scored in double figures. Alvaro Pou Campillo (-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Alberto Dominguez (186-2001) added 27 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Jorge Juan moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Paterna. Maristas lost eleventh consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Lucentum. Jorge Juan will meet higher ranked Torrent (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Maristas will play against Lucentum (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Jorge Juan: J.Pujalte 22+3reb+1ast, Y.De 12+8reb+2ast, J.Calero 11+5reb+5ast, J.Gonzalez 11+2reb+2ast, D.Buhorskyi 8+7reb+2ast, V.Vicent 7+3ast
Maristas: D.Alberto 27+4reb+3ast, C.Alvaro Pou 23+11reb+4ast, E.Hugo 9+7reb+2ast, C.Didac 5+3reb+1ast, S.Carlos 3+5reb+2ast, P.Alvaro 3+1reb+1ast

Round 11

Alginet - Adesavi 98-65

No shocking result in a game when top-ranked Alginet (13-0) outleveled at home 6th ranked Adesavi (8-5) 98-65 on Wednesday. Alginet shot 22 for 31 from the free-throw line, while Adesavi only scored six points from the stripe. They outrebounded Adesavi 55-31 including a 34-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Alginet looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was Juan Martin who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Victor Pelufo (-2003) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Samuel Galvez (-2004) produced 22 points and 7 rebounds and forward Aldo Jose Serneguet (193-1996) added 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Alginet have an impressive 13-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 13-0 record. Loser Adesavi keeps the sixth place with five games lost. They share the position with SESE. Alginet will meet Elche (#7) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Adesavi will play against Sueca and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Alginet: J.Martin 17+10reb+1ast, Z.Alejandro 15+3reb+1ast, V.Pelufo 15+6reb+2ast, M.Rodilla 10+1reb+6ast, B.Joan 10+4reb+2ast, L.Verdeguer 9+13reb+1ast
Adesavi: G.Samuel 22+7reb+3ast, S.Aldo Jose 18+6reb+5ast, L.Pablo 11+5reb+3ast, A.Norberto 7+1reb, G.Victor 4+5reb+2ast, P.Jovan 2