Basketettan Round 8 (Regular Season): Aros keep a leadership position

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Aros as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Aros smashed bottom-ranked Central in Vasteras 96-73. Aros outrebounded Central 50-30 including a 35-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Aros looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was Matan Mizrahi who scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Guard Oskar Ekh (190-1999) chipped in 27 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Forward Niklas Kantzy (197-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 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. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Central at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Brahe Basket. Central will play next round against Jamtland 2 trying to get back on the winning streak. Aros will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Blackeberg in Vallingby.
Undefeated Orebro (5-1) recorded its first loss on the court of seventh ranked Nassjo 2. Visitors were edged by Nassjo 2 91-88. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Orebro. Malte Fredman (-2007) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Felix Andersson contributed with 24 points for the winners. Guard Alan Brzezinski (190-2001, college: St.Michael's) replied with 36 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds for Orebro. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nassjo 2 (5-3) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with SBBK. Orebro at the other side keeps the third position with one game lost. Nassjo 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Orebro will play at home against Lobas and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Leader Onsala delivered the eighth victory on Saturday night. This time they beat 13th ranked Malbas 2 (2-7) 79-72 in Kungsbacka. Worth to mention a quality performance of Harry Larsson who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Onsala's coach Christopher Klacker used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ivar Meyer responded with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Onsala (8-1) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Malbas 2 lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth place with seven games lost. Onsala will meet Boras II (#4) on the road in the next round. Malbas 2 will have a break next round.

Rest of the games of round 8 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Kungsholmen was crushed by Jamtland 2 in Ostersund 107-80. Lulea S. smashed Hammarby at home 114-91. Nordvast destroyed Blackeberg on the opponent's court 112-83. RIG Lulea managed to outperform Hammarby in a home game 92-86. Lidingo managed to beat Vasteras on the road 75-63. Uppsala defeated Fryshuset 2 on its own court 86-83. Helsingborg was smashed by Bankeryds in a road game 98-77. Winless Brahe Basket was destroyed by Helsingborg at home 86-114. Malbas 2 managed to outperform Hogsbo 2 on the opponent's court 92-85.



Jamtland 2 - Kungsholmen 107-80:
There was no surprise in Ostersund where 12th ranked Kungsholmen (1-7) was crushed by ninth ranked Jamtland 2 (4-4) 107-80 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Valdemar Sawstrom (194-2010) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 6 rebounds and center Jonatan Boberg (180-2007) who added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Five Jamtland 2 players scored in double figures. Sakarias Aldensand (-2008) responded with 26 points and 4 assists and Viggo Fredriksson produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jamtland 2 moved-up to seventh place. Loser Kungsholmen dropped to the thirteenth position with seven games lost. Jamtland 2 will meet league's second-placed Nordvast in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Kungsholmen will play against Hammarby (#9) in Stockholm and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Kungsholmen: A.Sakarias 26+4reb+4ast, V.Abdoulie 12+1reb+2ast, F.Viggo 11+15reb+3ast, E.Benjamin 7+4reb, R.Johan 7+2reb+1ast, T.Leo 6+1reb+3ast
Jamtland 2: S.Valdemar 22+6reb+1ast, V.Engberg 22+1reb+1ast, J.Boberg 15+5reb+6ast, S.Benerfalk 13+6reb+4ast, O.Annerud 11+3reb+1ast, A.Richardsson 6+1reb

Lulea S. - Hammarby 114-91:
No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Lulea S. (6-3) smashed at home 9th ranked Hammarby (3-4) 114-91 on Saturday. Lulea S. forced 20 Hammarby turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Hammarby's players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Elliot Enbom (183-2006) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 4 assists and Ville Kero (-2005) who added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Lulea S.'s coach Jim Enbom felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Elliot Lidberg (-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and Yafet Taher scored 14 points. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Lulea S. maintains fourth position with 6-3 record. Hammarby lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with four games lost. Lulea S. will meet higher ranked Umea 2 (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Hammarby will play against Kungsholmen (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hammarby: K.Hannes 14+2reb+2ast, T.Yafet 14+3reb+3ast, S.Folke 13+4reb, B.Eddie 13+2ast, L.Elliot 12+11reb+2ast, C.Rinaldo 11+4reb+2ast
Lulea S.: E.Elliot 24+4reb+4ast, N.Kembo 21+6reb+2ast, V.Kero 15+8reb+7ast, L.Erlandsson 10+6reb+1ast, C.Jagare 10+1reb+5ast, J.Aitomaki 8+4reb

Aros - Central 96-73:
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Aros as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Aros smashed bottom-ranked Central in Vasteras 96-73. Aros outrebounded Central 50-30 including a 35-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Aros looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was Matan Mizrahi who scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Guard Oskar Ekh (190-1999) chipped in 27 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Forward Niklas Kantzy (197-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Michael Pelidis added 7 points and 8 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. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Central at the other side still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Brahe Basket. Central will play next round against Jamtland 2 trying to get back on the winning streak. Aros will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked Blackeberg in Vallingby.
Top scorers:
Central: K.Niklas 18+10reb+4ast, A.Pavlovic 11+1reb, N.Cruz 10+1reb+1ast, E.Tor 10+1reb+2ast, P.Michael 7+2reb+8ast, S.Edvin 6+3reb+4ast
Aros: O.Ekh 27+8reb+4ast, M.Mizrahi 25+8reb+6ast, M.Muorwel 10+9reb, S.Wahlberg 9+6reb+4ast, N.Candell 8+3reb+3ast, A.Kwame 7+2ast

Blackeberg - Nordvast 83-112:
Rather expected game in Vallingby where 5th ranked Blackeberg (4-2) was rolled over by third ranked Nordvast (6-1) 112-83 on Saturday. Nordvast made 24-of-29 free shots (82.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Blackeberg turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Iraqi forward Mir Nasradin (193-1994) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 32 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists and power forward Kenan Barlov (203-2008) who added 19 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Nordvast players scored in double figures. Guard Anastasio Gregoriadis (-2004) responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and Ivorian-Italian forward Jeanalix Guede (-2008) scored 22 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nordvast have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Bankeryds and Umea 2. Loser Blackeberg dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. They share it with Vastra. Nordvast will meet at home Jamtland 2 (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Blackeberg will play against the league's leader Aros and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Blackeberg: G.Jeanalix 22+4reb, G.Anastasio 14+9reb+6ast, T.Edvin 11+4reb, D.Isak 9+8reb+2ast, A.Muzamil 8+1reb+2ast, P.Andree 8+4reb
Nordvast: M.Nasradin 32+13reb+8ast, S.Hagbert 19+1reb, K.Barlov 19+9reb+1ast, M.Myron 15+1reb+2ast, N.Hayes 9, A.Deumaga 7+4reb+2ast

RIG Lulea - Hammarby 92-86:
There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked RIG Lulea (2-3) beat at home 9th ranked Hammarby (3-4) 92-86 on Sunday. RIG Lulea forced 22 Hammarby turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Sebastian Nilden who helped to win the game recording 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Sigge Gudmundson who added 19 points during the contest. RIG Lulea's coach Christer Stjernborg used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hannes Kodu (-2006) responded with 19 points and 4 assists and Elliot Lidberg (-2004) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Four Hammarby players scored in double figures. RIG Lulea moved-up to tenth place. Hammarby lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with four games lost. RIG Lulea will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hammarby will play against Kungsholmen (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hammarby: K.Hannes 19+3reb+4ast, S.Folke 17+5reb, L.Elliot 14+8reb+3ast, C.Rinaldo 14+5reb, T.Yafet 9+4reb+3ast, B.Eddie 7+2reb+1ast
RIG Lulea: S.Nilden 20+6reb+5ast, S.Gudmundson 19+2reb+1ast, A.Fall 12+3reb+3ast, L.Stromback 9+2reb, B.Berggren 9+6reb+3ast, I.Gennemark 6+5reb+1ast

Vasteras - Lidingo 63-75:
Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Vasteras (2-5) were defeated at home by fifth ranked Lidingo (5-2) 75-63 on Sunday. Lidingo forced 21 Vasteras turnovers and outrebounded them 44-31 including 29 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of center Tom Goransson (201-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 15 rebounds and guard Jonathan Johansson (193-2000, college: North Park) who added 19 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Lidingo players scored in double figures. Axel Nzonyansi (-2005) responded with 20 points and 8 rebounds and Henry Kingston (-2005) scored 4 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Vasteras' coach Aleksa Simovic rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Lidingo have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Boras II. Vasteras lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with Arvika. Lidingo will meet Fryshuset 2 (#8) in the next round. Vasteras will play against Uppsala and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Vasteras: N.Axel 20+8reb+1ast, C.William 13+3reb+1ast, J.Joseph 11+4reb, I.Adin 6+3reb+8ast, N.Alexander 4+4reb+3ast, K.Henry 4+7reb+7ast
Lidingo: J.Johansson 19+8reb+2ast, T.Goransson 15+15reb+3ast, F.Hofmann 11+10reb+2ast, V.Aullo 11+5reb+4ast, M.Colliander 9+3reb+1ast, M.Fromin 5+1reb

Uppsala - Fryshuset 2 86-83:
There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Uppsala (2-6) edged at home higher ranked Fryshuset 2 (4-5) 86-83 on Sunday. Uppsala forced 22 Fryshuset 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Theodor Eriksson who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 11 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists and Jakob Kinigi (-2008) who added 23 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Malik Diawara (-2008) responded with 19 points and 5 rebounds and Max Salazar scored 15 points and 4 assists. Four Fryshuset 2 players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Uppsala moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Helsingborg. Loser Fryshuset 2 dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. Uppsala will meet at home Vasteras (#11) in the next round. Fryshuset 2 will play against Lidingo and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Fryshuset 2: M.Diawara 19+5reb+2ast, S.Max 15+3reb+4ast, S.Elliot 13+6reb+2ast, O.Vidar 11+6reb, F.Ibrahim 8+1reb+4ast, S.Dean 7+5reb+1ast
Uppsala: J.Kinigi 23+5reb+1ast, R.Elbelin-Edlund 13, A.Suasa 12+1reb, T.Eriksson 11+8reb+11ast, A.Salenstedt 8+4reb+3ast, D.Haggkvist 7+2reb+3ast

Bankeryds - Helsingborg 98-77:
There was no surprise when 12th ranked Helsingborg (2-6) was crushed on the road by third ranked Bankeryds (6-1) 98-77 on Saturday. Bankeryds dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Helsingborg's 36. Bankeryds forced 22 Helsingborg turnovers and outrebounded them 55-38 including 18 on the offensive glass. Bankeryds looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Bosnian forward Kemal Omerbasic (201-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds and guard Kristoffer Gronhage (189-1992) who added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Bankeryds' coach Johny Lohbern felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Carl Kowalczyk responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds and forward Patrik Andersson (191-1994) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Bankeryds and five Helsingborg players scored in double figures. Bankeryds have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Umea 2 and Nordvast. Helsingborg lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Uppsala. Bankeryds will meet SBBK (#5) in the next round. Helsingborg will play against Hogsbo 2 (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Helsingborg: A.Patrik 18+5reb+1ast, K.Dylan 14+8reb, E.Anton 14+2reb+6ast, I.Rami 13+2reb+2ast, K.Carl 11+14reb+2ast, H.Ibrahim 5+3reb
Bankeryds: K.Omerbasic 20+11reb+1ast, K.Gronhage 16+6reb+6ast, N.Miki 14+8reb+2ast, W.Lightfoot 11+1reb+2ast, E.Camilovsin 10+4reb+1ast, M.Homelius 8+3reb+8ast

Nassjo 2 - Orebro 91-88:
Undefeated Orebro (5-1) recorded its first loss on the court of seventh ranked Nassjo 2. Visitors were edged by Nassjo 2 91-88. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Orebro. Nassjo 2 made 24-of-30 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Orebro 53-37 including 22 on the offensive glass. Nassjo 2 players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Malte Fredman (-2007) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Felix Andersson (-2005) contributed with 24 points for the winners. Four Nassjo 2 players scored in double figures. Guard Alan Brzezinski (190-2001, college: St.Michael's) replied with 36 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and guard Axel Svedskog (-2005) added 17 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Orebro. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nassjo 2 (5-3) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with SBBK. Orebro at the other side keeps the third position with one game lost. Nassjo 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Orebro will play at home against Lobas and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Orebro: B.Alan 36+6reb+2ast, S.Axel 17+7reb+2ast, P.Noah 8+2reb+2ast, P.Adrian 7+5reb+2ast, G.August 7+2reb+2ast, M.Harry 7+1reb
Nassjo 2: F.Andersson 24+1reb+3ast, M.Fredman 16+15reb+1ast, J.Ekenstierna 14+8reb+2ast, M.Wirestig 13+7reb+7ast, D.Spanca 9+5reb+1ast, L.Naesstrom 7+4reb

Onsala - Malbas 2 79-72:
Leader Onsala delivered the eighth victory on Saturday night. This time they beat 13th ranked Malbas 2 (2-7) 79-72 in Kungsbacka. Onsala forced 20 Malbas 2 turnovers. Worth to mention a quality performance of point guard Harry Larsson (180-2002) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and Anton Kjerstensson (-2003) who added 14 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Onsala players scored in double figures. Onsala's coach Christopher Klacker used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Italian Ivar Meyer responded with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Bill Axelsson scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Onsala (8-1) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position. Malbas 2 lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth place with seven games lost. Onsala will meet Boras II (#4) on the road in the next round. Malbas 2 will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Malbas 2: M.Ivar 22+9reb+4ast, A.Bill 13+5reb+1ast, A.Emil 9+3reb+3ast, C.Milo 8+4reb+1ast, E.Ikechukwu Peter 7+4reb, H.John 6+3reb
Onsala: H.Larsson 22+8reb+5ast, A.Kjerstensson 14+6reb, L.Lindgren 13+5reb+1ast, A.Knutsson 11+3reb+2ast, A.Xhibo 7+6reb+3ast, L.Wahlberg 4+6reb+3ast

Brahe Basket - Helsingborg 86-114:
No shocking result in a game in Huskvarna where twelfth ranked Helsingborg (2-6) smashed bottom-ranked Brahe Basket (0-8) 114-86 on Sunday. Helsingborg looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Patrik Andersson (191-1994) who helped to win the game recording 39 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Rami Ismail (180-1997) who added 15 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Helbest Ali responded with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Adrian Caroca scored 19 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Four Helsingborg and five Brahe Basket players scored in double figures. Helsingborg moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Uppsala. Loser Brahe Basket still closes the standings with eight games lost. They share the position with Central. Helsingborg will meet at home higher ranked Hogsbo 2 (#9) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Brahe Basket will play against Vastra (#7) in Goteborg and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Brahe Basket: C.Adrian 19+2reb+1ast, A.Helbest 16+8reb+6ast, H.Arthur 15+5reb+1ast, B.Anton 13+7reb+1ast, C.Lautaro 10+4reb+4ast, F.Noah 10+10reb+2ast
Helsingborg: P.Andersson 39+6reb+5ast, C.Kowalczyk 20+5reb+3ast, R.Ismail 15+10reb+8ast, D.Kuksta 11+1reb+1ast, I.Hamza 10+7reb+2ast, A.Dome 7+3reb+1ast

Hogsbo 2 - Malbas 2 85-92:
There was an upset in Goteborg where higher ranked Hogsbo 2 (3-5) was defeated by thirteenth ranked Malbas 2 (2-7) 92-85 on Sunday. Malbas 2 made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 24 Hogsbo 2 turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Italian Ivar Meyer who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and John Hallin who added 15 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Guard Erik Augustine (192-2009) responded with 13 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and Villiam Nesser (-2007) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Malbas 2 moved-up to twelfth place. Hogsbo 2 lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with five games lost. Malbas 2 will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hogsbo 2 will play against Team4Q (#13) in Helsingborg and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hogsbo 2: N.Villiam 18+6reb+1ast, H.Gustav 15+3reb+4ast, B.Anders 14+5reb+3ast, A.Erik 13+8reb+4ast, J.Kevin 12+6reb, J.Anton 8+8reb+4ast
Malbas 2: I.Meyer 22+5reb+7ast, I.Engsten 16+4reb+1ast, J.Hallin 15+5reb+2ast, I.Ezeh 12+3reb+3ast, M.Cedermarker 10+1ast, L.Topic 9+2reb+2ast