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  ADRIATIC LEAGUE  



Filip Videnov (ex Krasnie Krilya) agreed terms with Levski Sofia - by Eurobasket News

BC Levski Sofia (NBL) inked 35-year old former Bulgarian international small forward Filip Videnov (196-97kg-80, college: W.Kentucky, agency: Alti Sport). Videnov managed to play in four leagues in two countries last year (!!!). He played most recently at Krasnie Krilya in Russian VTB league. In 7 EuroChallenge games he recorded 10.6ppg, 3.6rpg, 2.0apg and 1.1spg. He also played 12 games in VTB United League where he averaged 9.5ppg, 2.6rpg, 2.5apg and 1.4spg. He helped them to make it to the quarterfinals. Videnov also played at Lukoil Academic Sofia that season. In 8 NBL games he averaged 5.5ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.1apg and 1.0spg. He also played 9 games in Eurocup where he averaged 6.7ppg and 2.9rpg. Videnov also spent pre-season at Laboral Kutxa (Liga Endesa) in Spanish league that year. He contributed to his team making it to the supercup semifinals. The most of previous (2012-13) season Videnov spent at Eskisehir Basket (TBL) in Turkish league. In 15 games he averaged impressive 15.7ppg, 3.7rpg and 3.3apg in 2012-13 season. The other team he played shortly was BC Nizhny Novgorod (VTB) in Russian league. In 6 games he averaged 5.5ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.3apg in 2012-13 season. Videnov also played 9 games in VTB United League where he averaged 5.2ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.6apg in 2012-13 season.
Among other achievements his team won Polish League Supercup in 2012. Videnov received also Eurobasket.com All-Polish League Honorable Mention award back in 2011.
He was also a member of Bulgarian international program for some years. Videnov played for Bulgarian Senior National Team between 2002 and 2012 and previously for University National Team in 2001. He also represented Bulgaria at the Qualifications to European Championships 2013 three years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 8.4ppg, 4.3rpg, 4.1apg, FGP: 44.4%, 3PT: 32.4%, FT: 83.3%.
Videnov is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Croatia, France, Italy (Napoli J.News), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Spain (CB Granada, Sevilla and Herbalife Gran Canaria 2014), Poland (Asseco) and Bulgaria (Rousse).
It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Levski Sofia.
Videnov attended Western Kentucky University until 2003 and it will be his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.
His game is described as: Versatile. Can play at both 2 and 3 positions. Strong player with quick feet and good jump abilities. Very athletic and solid, he can drive the line or shot the three, and showed he can produce lots of points at professional level too.

By Eurobasket Data Center

Check also Complete Transfers List in Bulgaria


Evtimov comes back to Levski Sofia, ex Orchy - by Eurobasket News

BC Levski Sofia (NBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 38-year old former French international power forward Vassil Evtimov (208-121kg-77, college: N.Carolina). It is actually his comeback to Sofia as he played here before. Evtimov has a double citizenship as he also holds Bulgarian passport. Evtimov played most recently at Orchy in French ProB. In 28 games he recorded 3.6ppg, 5.6rpg and 1.0apg last season. The most of previous (2012-13) season he spent at Limoges CSP Elite (ProA) in French league. But in 12 games he averaged just 0.8ppg and 1.1rpg in 2012-13 season. Evtimov also spent pre-season at Levski Sofia that year.
Among other achievements he played in the final of Bulgarian League in 2012. Evtimov received also Eurobasket.com All-Bulgarian League 2nd Team award back in 2012. Strangely he also played for Bulgarian National Team in 2009. Evtimov represented Bulgaria at the European Championships in Poland six years ago. His stats at that event were 3 games: 4.0ppg, 8.7rpg, 2.0spg.
Evtimov is a very experienced player. He has played also in Cyprus (Proteas Danoi AEL Limassol), Germany (Mitteldeutscher BC), Greece (Panionios), Italy (Eternedile Bologna), Russia, Slovenia, Spain (Blancos de Rueda), Ukraine (Khimik).
It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Levski Sofia.
Evtimov attended University of North Carolina until 1999 and it will be his 16th (!!!) season in pro basketball.
The scouts decsribe him following way: Father: Ilia (played 250 games for the BUL NT), mother: French
Vas was married September 16, 1999 in Greece to the former Mary-Martha Cooke, an American, whom he met at the University of North Carolina.

By Eurobasket Data Center

Check also Complete Transfers List in Bulgaria


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  ARGENTINA  

Standings - LigaA

LigaA Standings
Norte
 1. Quimsa 24-3 
 2. Regatas C. 18-10 
 3. San Mart.C. 16-12 
 4. Olimpico LB 13-16 
 5. Atenas 13-18 
 6. Estudian.Con. 12-17 
 7. La Union 11-16 
 8. Libertad S. 11-17 
 9. Sionista 10-20 
Sur
 1. Obras 20-10 
 2. Penarol 19-9 
 3. Quilmes MP 17-12 
 4. Argentino 16-11 
 5. GECR Indalo 14-13 
 6. Boca Jrs 14-14 
 7. Wuber-Est.Bahia 10-17 
 8. Lanus 9-16 
 9. Ciclista 5-21 

Regular Season: Round 37

Feb. 3: Libertad S. - Atenas 82-79
Feb. 4: Regatas C. - Obras 70-57
Feb. 5: Sionista - Atenas 69-71
Feb. 7: Boca Jrs - San Mart.C.
Feb. 7: Lanus - La Union
Feb. 7: GECR Indalo - Regatas C.
Feb. 7: Penarol - Olimpico LB
Feb. 7: Ciclista - Libertad S.
Feb. 8: Wuber-Est.Bahia - Quimsa


Stats Leaders - LigaA

Points Per Game
 Nicolas ROMANO
  Lanus
  (200-F-87)
  Avg: 21.2
 1. Romano, Lanus21.2 
 2. Wade, Lanus19.9 
 3. Baxley, Quilmes MP18.8 
 4. Garcia, Estudian.18.5 
 5. DeGroat, San M.17.5 
 6. Roberts, Olimpico.17.2 
 7. Phillip, Sionista17.0 
 8. Garcia, Quimsa16.7 
 9. West, La Union16.2 
 10. Pellot-Rosa, Olim.15.3 
Rebounds Per Game
 Sam CLANCY
  GECR I.
  (202-C-80)
  Avg: 11.9
 1. Clancy, GECR I.11.9 
 2. Roberts, Olimpico.10.1 
 3. Phillip, Sionista9.8 
 4. Rasio, Wuber-Es.9.6 
 5. Sandes, Boca Jrs9.0 
 6. Hernandez, Ciclista8.6 
 7. Romano, Lanus8.6 
 8. Delia, Obras8.2 
 9. Clemente, Obras8.1 
 10. Williams, San M.8.0 
Assists Per Game
 Phillip HOPSON
  Regatas C.
  (188-G-88)
  Avg: 5.8
 1. Hopson, Regatas C.5.8 
 2. Martinez, La Union5.4 
 3. Balbi, Argentino5.4 
 4. Aguirre, Quimsa4.4 
 5. Labaque, Atenas4.1 
 6. Cequeira, Quilm.4.0 
 7. Ciorciari, San M.3.9 
 8. Brussino, Olimpico.3.8 
 9. Treise, Boca Jrs3.7 
 10. Palacios, Ciclista3.6 
Steals Per Game
 Sebastian VEGA
  Quimsa
  (200-SF-88)
  Avg: 2.2
 1. Vega, Quimsa2.2 
 2. West, La Union2.1 
 3. Garcia, Estudian.2.0 
 4. Romano, Lanus1.8 
 5. Maldonado, Ciclista1.7 
 6. Aguirre, Quimsa1.7 
 7. Ciorciari, San M.1.7 
 8. Labaque, Atenas1.7 
 9. Lescano, San M.1.6 
 10. Gerlero, San M.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Hakeem ROLLINS
  Regatas C.
  (201-C/F-83)
  Avg: 1.8
 1. Rollins, Regatas C.1.8 
 2. Clark, Quilmes MP1.4 
 3. Clancy, GECR I.1.3 
 4. Battle, Quimsa1.1 
 5. Williams, San M.1.0 
 6. Alloatti, Libertad1.0 
 7. Hernandez, Ciclista0.9 
 8. Torres, Atenas0.9 
 9. Aguerre, GECR I.0.8 
 10. Price, Ciclista0.8 


Standings - TNA

TNA Standings
Group 1
 1. Villa Angela 18-9 
 2. Obera TC 12-13 
 3. UNCAus 11-15 
 4. Sarmiento F. 9-13 
Group 2
 1. Instituto C. 21-4 
 2. San Isidro 14-11 
 3. Barrio Parque 12-12 
 4. BHY Tiro Federal 8-17 
Group 3
 1. Union SF 15-8 
 2. Rocamora 10-14 
 3. Echague 10-15 
 4. La Union 8-17 
Group 4
 1. 9 de Julio 21-4 
 2. Banda Norte 14-11 
 3. Espanola SL 11-15 
 4. Anzorena 2-24 
Group 5
 1. Ferrocarril O. 18-9 
 2. Estudiantes O. 14-11 
 3. CASLA 13-12 
 4. Sport Club 5-22 
Group 6
 1. MH Basket 20-6 
 2. Huracan 13-12 
 3. Hispano Am. 12-13 
 4. Alianza Viedma 11-15 

Regular Season: Round 40

Feb. 5: Banda Norte - Alianza Viedma 94-74
Feb. 6: Sarmiento F. - La Union
Feb. 6: Barrio Parque - San Isidro
Feb. 6: Anzorena - Huracan
Feb. 6: Estudiantes O. - Hispano Am.
Feb. 6: Villa Angela - Echague


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Nate CARTER
  Hispano .
  (200-F-83)
  Avg: 21.7
 1. Carter, Hispano21.7 
 2. Mariani, Barrio P.20.3 
 3. Essengue, Alianz.19.6 
 4. Cowan, CA.19.3 
 5. King, Sport Club18.5 
 6. Readus, Ferrocar.15.7 
 7. Gandoy, Villa Ange.15.6 
 8. Fernandez, MH Ba.15.6 
 9. Rios, Alianza Vied.15.4 
 10. Ruiz Moreno, Echa.15.3 
Rebounds Per Game
 Santiago GONZALEZ
  Echague
  (203-C-83)
  Avg: 11.8
 1. Gonzalez, Echague11.8 
 2. Cowan, CA.9.1 
 3. Maranguello, Hurac.9.0 
 4. Reinick, Union SF8.7 
 5. Vassirani, Barrio8.6 
 6. Readus, Ferrocar.8.1 
 7. King, Sport Club7.9 
 8. Oprandi, Hispano7.7 
 9. Rivata, Barrio P.7.6 
 10. Gaynor, Sport Club7.6 
Assists Per Game
 Victor Hugo CAJAL
  Obera TC
  (179-PG-80)
  Avg: 5.5
 1. Cajal, Obera TC5.5 
 2. Lozano, San Isidro4.3 
 3. Franco, Union SF4.2 
 4. Ceruti, BHY T.4.1 
 5. Oprandi, Hispano4.1 
 6. Picarelli, Ferroc.3.9 
 7. Baeza, Rocamora3.7 
 8. Paletta, Estudian.3.6 
 9. Burgos, Sport Club3.5 
 10. Ruiz Moreno, Echa.3.3 
Steals Per Game
 Nicolas AGUILERA
  Anzorena
  (178-PG-91)
  Avg: 2
 1. Aguilera, Anzorena2.0 
 2. Mansilla, Institut.2.0 
 3. Dorsey, Union SF2.0 
 4. Acosta, UNCAus1.9 
 5. Lauria, MH Basket1.9 
 6. Kelly, Instituto C.1.9 
 7. Titarelli, Banda N.1.8 
 8. Eseverri, Alianz.1.8 
 9. Bonini, Anzorena1.8 
 10. Laphitzborde, Vil.1.8 
Blocks Per Game
 Eduardo VASSIRANI
  Barrio P.
  (200-C-91)
  Avg: 1.8
 1. Vassirani, Barrio1.8 
 2. King, Sport Club1.2 
 3. McCombs, Cuxhaven1.1 
 4. Alvarez, Villa Ang.1.1 
 5. Lockett, UNCAus1.1 
 6. Fall, Anzorena1.0 
 7. Reinick, Union SF1.0 
 8. Raines, Villa Ange.1.0 
 9. Moya, San Isidro1.0 
 10. Aprea, UNCAus0.8 


Glover's double-double lands him TNA Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

27-year old forward Michael Glover (200-F-87) had a great game in the last round for league's best team Villa Angela and receives a Latinbasket.com TNA Player of the Week award for round 39.
He had a double-double of 19 points and 14 rebounds, while his team beat La Union (#4, 8-17) 85-78. It allowed Villa Angela to consolidate first place in the Argentinian TNA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Villa Angela has a very solid 18-9 record, but they cannot be too comfortable about keeping top position. Glover turned to be Villa Angela's top player in his first season with the team. Michael Glover averages this season 19.8ppg and 8.3rpg.

Second best performed player last round was Mateo Gaynor (199-G/F-90) of Sport Club. He is a swingman in his first season at Sport Club. In the last game Gaynor recorded impressive double-double of 22 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Sport Club was edged by the higher-ranked Ferrocarril O. (#1, 18-9) 75-71. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Group 5. Sport Club still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. 22 lost games are too many comparing to just five victories Sport Club managed to get this year. Gaynor is a newcomer at Sport Club and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Willie Readus (201-F) of league's leader Ferrocarril O.. Readus scored 20 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Ferrocarril O., leading his team to a 75-71 win against #4 ranked Sport Club. Ferrocarril O. confirms their top position in Group 5. Their record at this point is 18 victories and 9 lost games. Readus has a great season in Argentina. After 26 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.7ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 8.1rpg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Joaquin Gamazo (195-F-91) of CASLA - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Jazwin Cowan (203-F-83) of CASLA - 16 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Jonathan Inman (196-F) of Espanola SL - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Santiago Gonzalez (203-C-83) of Echague - 13 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Dragan Capitanich (189-G-90) of BHY Tiro Federal - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Terrance King (198-F) of Sport Club - 17 points and 3 assists
10. Gustavo Maranguello (189-G-83) of Huracan - 16 points and 6 rebounds

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  AUSTRALIA  

Standings - NBL

NBL Standings
 1. Breakers 18-6 
 2. Taipans 18-7 
 3. Wildcats 15-10 
 4. 36ers 14-11 
 5. United 11-12 
 6. Kings 9-15 
 7. Crocodiles 8-16 
 8. Hawks 4-20 

Regular Season: Round 18

Feb. 6: 36ers - Kings 97-78
Feb. 6: Wildcats - Taipans 65-54
Feb. 7: Crocodiles - Breakers
Feb. 7: United - Hawks
Feb. 8: Kings - Taipans


Stats Leaders - NBL

Points Per Game
 Josh CHILDRESS
  Kings
  (203-F/G-83)
  Avg: 21.1
 1. Childress, Kings21.1 
 2. McRae, United20.3 
 3. Conklin, Crocodiles19.3 
 4. Wilson, 36ers19.0 
 5. Motum, 36ers18.2 
 6. Madgen, Kings15.8 
 7. Beal, Wildcats15.7 
 8. Jackson, Breakers14.8 
 9. Carson, Hawks14.7 
 10. Ervin, Hawks14.6 
Rebounds Per Game
 Josh CHILDRESS
  Kings
  (203-F/G-83)
  Avg: 9.2
 1. Childress, Kings9.2 
 2. Gladness, Crocodil.8.1 
 3. Daniels, Wildcats7.8 
 4. Worthington, Uni.7.5 
 5. Motum, 36ers7.4 
 6. Knight, Wildcats6.8 
 7. Vukona, Breakers6.7 
 8. Petrie, 36ers6.5 
 9. Conklin, Crocodiles6.3 
 10. Davidson, Hawks6.3 
Assists Per Game
 Cedric JACKSON
  Breakers
  (191-G-86)
  Avg: 6
 1. Jackson, Breakers6.0 
 2. Gibson, 36ers5.5 
 3. Wilbekin, Taipans4.6 
 4. Childress, Kings4.2 
 5. Markovic, Crocodil.4.1 
 6. Martin, Wildcats4.1 
 7. Dennis, United3.7 
 8. Ervin, Hawks3.4 
 9. Martin, Hawks3.2 
 10. Wilson, 36ers3.1 
Steals Per Game
 Damian MARTIN
  Wildcats
  (186-PG-84)
  Avg: 2.5
 1. Martin, Wildcats2.5 
 2. Jackson, Breakers2.2 
 3. Martin, Hawks1.8 
 4. Gibson, 36ers1.6 
 5. Dennis, United1.4 
 6. Wilbekin, Taipans1.3 
 7. Gliddon, Taipans1.3 
 8. Worthington, Uni.1.2 
 9. Ibekwe, Breakers1.1 
 10. Perry, Kings1.1 
Blocks Per Game
 Mickell GLADNESS
  Crocodiles
  (211-C-86)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. Gladness, Crocodil.2.3 
 2. Childress, Kings2.1 
 3. Ibekwe, Breakers1.5 
 4. Garlepp, Kings1.1 
 5. Pledger, Breakers1.1 
 6. Petrie, 36ers1.0 
 7. Jervis, Wildcats1.0 
 8. Abercrombie, Break.1.0 
 9. Daniels, Wildcats1.0 
 10. Knight, Wildcats0.9 



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  AUSTRIA  

Standings - A Bundesliga

A Bundesliga Standings
 1. Zepter Vienna 18-5 
 2. Gmunden 16-7 
 3. Gussing 15-8 
 4. Wels 14-9 
 5. Kapfenberg 14-9 
 6. Klosterneuburg 13-10 
 7. Oberwart 11-12 
 8. Arkadia 9-14 
 9. Furstenfeld 3-20 
 10. UBSC Graz 2-21 

Regular Season: Round 23

Feb. 6: Wels - Arkadia 88-67
Feb. 6: Gmunden - Gussing 84-96
Feb. 6: Kapfenberg - Furstenfeld 83-82
Feb. 6: Klosterneuburg - Oberwart 75-63
Feb. 5: Zepter Vienna - UBSC Graz 111-76

Regular Season: Round 24

Feb. 8: Gussing - Furstenfeld
Feb. 8: Oberwart - Wels
Feb. 8: Gmunden - Zepter Vienna
Feb. 8: Arkadia - Kapfenberg
Feb. 8: UBSC Graz - Klosterneuburg


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Fabricio VAY
  Arkadia
  (207-F-86)
  Avg: 19
 1. Vay, Arkadia19.0 
 2. Stevens, Zepter V.18.1 
 3. Shaw, Kapfenberg18.1 
 4. Lowe, Furstenfeld16.9 
 5. Detrick, Zepter V.16.9 
 6. Murati, Gmunden16.7 
 7. Taylor, Gussing15.9 
 8. Stazic, Zepter V.15.7 
 9. Trmal, Arkadia15.7 
 10. Griffey, Gmunden15.4 
Rebounds Per Game
 Amin STEVENS
  Zepter V.
  (201-F-90)
  Avg: 10
 1. Stevens, Zepter V.10.0 
 2. Taylor, Gussing9.8 
 3. Slezas, Furstenfeld9.2 
 4. Balocka, Furstenf.8.7 
 5. Lamesic, Wels8.0 
 6. Buckles, Oberwart7.8 
 7. Doaks, Kapfenberg7.6 
 8. Vay, Arkadia7.0 
 9. Rados, Klostern.6.9 
 10. Vuletic, Arkadia6.8 
Assists Per Game
 Benedikt DANEK
  Arkadia
  (176-PG-86)
  Avg: 7.6
 1. Danek, Arkadia7.6 
 2. Klepeisz, Gussing7.2 
 3. Boylan, Kapfenberg6.0 
 4. Channels, Wels5.7 
 5. Stazic, Zepter V.5.4 
 6. Vujosevic, Oberw.4.8 
 7. Schaal, UBSC G.4.3 
 8. Green, Gmunden4.3 
 9. Friedrich, Gmunden4.0 
 10. O'Neal, Zepter V.3.9 
Steals Per Game
 J.J. MANN
  Oberwart
  (198-G/F-91)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. Mann, Oberwart2.3 
 2. Payton, Klostern.1.8 
 3. Lowe, Furstenfeld1.7 
 4. Stevens, Zepter V.1.6 
 5. Klepeisz, Gussing1.6 
 6. Nelson, Klostern.1.6 
 7. Detrick, Zepter V.1.5 
 8. Channels, Wels1.5 
 9. Ray, Kapfenberg1.4 
 10. Matthews, Zepter1.4 
Blocks Per Game
 Blaz CRESNAR
  UBSC G.
  (214-C-86)
  Avg: 1.5
 1. Cresnar, UBSC G.1.5 
 2. Rados, Klostern.1.0 
 3. McShepard, Gmunden0.9 
 4. Buckles, Oberwart0.9 
 5. Barycz, Arkadia0.8 
 6. Doaks, Kapfenberg0.8 
 7. Stevens, Zepter V.0.7 
 8. Chappell, Kloste.0.7 
 9. Knutson, Oberwart0.7 
 10. Heard, Gussing0.7 



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  BELARUS  

Standings - Premier League

Premier Standings
Places 1-6
 1. Grodno-93 16-2 
 2. Tsmoki II 15-3 
 3. GOCOR-Sozh 11-7 
 4. Borisfen 10-8 
 5. Rubon 10-9 
 6. BGU Minsk 6-12 
Places 7-12
 1. Impuls BGUIR 10-7 
 2. BGEU-RCOR 7-9 
 3. Prinemanye 5-11 
 4. Dynamo Polotsk 4-12 
 5. Rubon II 3-11 
 6. Tsmoki III 1-14 
Play in international cups:
 1. Tsmoki-Minsk - 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 8

Places 1-6

Feb. 6: Grodno-93 - Tsmoki II 89-68
Feb. 6: BGU Minsk - Rubon 81-85
Feb. 6: Borisfen - GOCOR-Sozh 114-72

Places 7-12

Feb. 7: Impuls BGUIR - Dynamo Polotsk
Feb. 7: Rubon II - BGEU-RCOR
Feb. 7: Prinemanye - Tsmoki III
Feb. 8: Rubon II - BGEU-RCOR
Feb. 8: Prinemanye - Tsmoki III


Stats Leaders - Premier League

Points Per Game
 Yauheni BELIANKOU
  Tsmoki-M.
  (198-F-95)
  Avg: 20.5
 1. Beliankou, Tsmoki-.20.5 
 2. Sugonyako, Borisf.19.9 
 3. Patupchik, Rubon18.2 
 4. Kurapau, Impuls B.18.1 
 5. Kozlov, BGU Minsk18.0 
 6. Charykau, GO.16.8 
 7. Sitnik, Grodno-9316.2 
 8. Kazlou, Tsmoki-Min.16.1 
 9. Volodkin, Impuls B.15.8 
 10. Borisenok, BG.15.5 
Rebounds Per Game
 Denis VIKENTYEV
  Rubon
  (201-F-98)
  Avg: 11.3
 1. Vikentyev, Rubon11.3 
 2. Borisenok, BG.11.0 
 3. Kurapau, Impuls B.10.6 
 4. Zahar, Impuls B.9.8 
 5. Ovsepian, Rubon9.2 
 6. Danilik, BGU Minsk8.6 
 7. Chumakou, Tsmoki8.5 
 8. Kaliayev, GO.8.3 
 9. Sugonyako, Borisf.8.1 
 10. Kazlou, Tsmoki-Mi.7.7 
Assists Per Game
 Siarhei CHARYKAU
  GO.
  (185-PG-82)
  Avg: 5.7
 1. Charykau, GO.5.7 
 2. Kuzmin, Grodno-935.3 
 3. Korzh, Grodno-934.8 
 4. Zahar, Impuls B.4.8 
 5. Suvorov, Prine.4.3 
 6. Harkevich, Borisfen4.2 
 7. Kuptsevich, BG.4.1 
 8. Volodkin, Impuls B.4.1 
 9. Rubinshteyn, Tsmok.3.9 
 10. Ovsepyan, Rubon3.7 
Steals Per Game
 Ivan KALIAYEV
  GO.
  (201-F-87)
  Avg: 3.3
 1. Kaliayev, GO.3.3 
 2. Malkov, Grodno-933.1 
 3. Ovsepyan, Rubon2.8 
 4. Harkevich, Borisfen2.7 
 5. Pronin, BG.2.5 
 6. Zaretski, Tsmoki I.2.5 
 7. Aladko, Rubon II2.4 
 8. Kuzmin, Grodno-932.4 
 9. Tatur, Borisfen2.4 
 10. Chumakou, Tsmoki2.4 
Blocks Per Game
 Maksym KOZLOVETS
  Borisfen
  (205-C-90)
  Avg: 0.1
 1. Kozlovets, Borisfen0.1 
 2. Kuratnik, Prine.0.1 
 3. Filippovich, Prine.0.1 
 4. Malkov, Grodno-930.1 
 5. Paplauski, Prinema.0.1 
 6. Mishukov, Grodn.0.1 
 7. Danilik, BGU Minsk0.1 
 8. Pankratovic, Tsmok.0.1 
 9. Kazlou, Tsmoki-Min.0.1 
 10. Radishevskiy, Tsm.0.1 



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  BELGIUM  

Standings - Division I

Scooore League Standings
 1. Oostende 15-2 
 2. Antwerp 11-6 
 3. Aalstar 10-6 
 4. Limburg United 10-7 
 5. Spirou 10-8 
 6. Mons-Hainaut 9-8 
 7. Verviers-Pep. 8-8 
 8. Liege 7-10 
 9. Brussels 6-11 
 10. Kangoeroes 4-14 
 11. Leuven 3-13 

Regular Season: Round 19

Feb. 6: Liege - Kangoeroes 86-76
Feb. 3: Liege - Antwerp 82-80
Feb. 6: Brussels - Spirou 76-80
Feb. 7: Mons-Hainaut - Aalstar
Feb. 7: Oostende - Leuven
Feb. 7: Verviers-Pep. - Antwerp


Stats Leaders - Division I

Points Per Game
 Arizona REID
  Verviers-Pep.
  (196-F-86)
  Avg: 20
 1. Reid, Verviers-Pep.20.0 
 2. Sims, Brussels19.6 
 3. Clarke, Aalstar19.4 
 4. Gamble, Brussels17.0 
 5. Page, Spirou16.6 
 6. Pearson, Antwerp16.6 
 7. Shelton, Kangoero.16.6 
 8. Braun, Aalstar16.5 
 9. Fogg, Antwerp15.7 
 10. Fields, Liege14.9 
Rebounds Per Game
 John FIELDS
  Liege
  (205-F/C-88)
  Avg: 9.6
 1. Fields, Liege9.6 
 2. Reid, Verviers-Pep.8.7 
 3. Lichodzijews., Bru.7.6 
 4. Heath, Kangoeroes7.2 
 5. Love, Mons-Hainaut7.2 
 6. Oliver, Limburg7.1 
 7. Gamble, Brussels7.1 
 8. Peterson, Leuven6.8 
 9. Shelton, Kangoero.6.6 
 10. Tofi, Aalstar6.6 
Assists Per Game
 Dusan DJORDJEVIC
  Ooste.
  (193-G-83)
  Avg: 5.3
 1. Djordjevic, Ooste.5.3 
 2. Sanders, Limburg4.9 
 3. Clarke, Aalstar4.5 
 4. Loubry, Brussels4.3 
 5. Anderson, Liege4.2 
 6. Holcomb Faye, Verv.3.9 
 7. Bosco, Mons-Hai.3.4 
 8. Braun, Aalstar3.3 
 9. Collins, Spirou3.3 
 10. Moors, Antwerp3.3 
Steals Per Game
 Jesse SANDERS
  Limburg .
  (190-PG-89)
  Avg: 2.4
 1. Sanders, Limburg2.4 
 2. Dowdell, Spirou2.3 
 3. Sims, Brussels2.0 
 4. Stewart, Limburg2.0 
 5. Braun, Aalstar1.7 
 6. Nyakundi, Liege1.6 
 7. Thomas, Limburg1.6 
 8. Collins, Spirou1.6 
 9. Oliver, Limburg1.5 
 10. Shelton, Kangoer.1.5 
Blocks Per Game
 Kevin TUMBA
  Leuven
  (206-C/F-91)
  Avg: 1.9
 1. Tumba, Leuven1.9 
 2. Gamble, Brussels1.6 
 3. Heath, Kangoeroes1.5 
 4. Fields, Liege1.2 
 5. Love, Mons-Hainaut1.1 
 6. Berggren, Oostende0.9 
 7. Johnson, Aalstar0.8 
 8. Washburn, Brussels0.8 
 9. Marshall, Sagesse0.7 
 10. Enobakhare, Spirou0.6 



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  BRAZIL  

Stats Leaders - BNL

Points Per Game
 Shamell STALLWORTH
  Mogi d.
  (195-SG-80)
  Avg: 20.9
 1. Stallworth, Mogi d.20.9 
 2. Giovannoni, Brasil.17.9 
 3. Jackson, Limeira17.3 
 4. Smith, Macae17.2 
 5. Dawkins, Paulistano17.2 
 6. Hettsheimer, Bauru17.0 
 7. Holloway, Paulista.16.7 
 8. Meindl, Vivo/Fra.16.6 
 9. Vieira, Flamengo15.3 
 10. Parisotto, Uberla.15.1 
Rebounds Per Game
 Caio SILVEIRA
  S.Jose/U.
  (211-C-87)
  Avg: 8.9
 1. Silveira, S.Jose/U.8.9 
 2. Santos, Minas8.5 
 3. Santo, Mogi d.7.5 
 4. Toyloy, Palmeiras7.1 
 5. Meyinsse, Flamengo6.5 
 6. Mata, Vivo/Franca6.5 
 7. Fiorotto, Limeira6.5 
 8. Andrade, Bauru6.4 
 9. Ribeiro, Bauru6.1 
 10. Toledo, Pinheiro.6.1 
Assists Per Game
 Maximiliano STANIC
  Palmeiras
  (178-PG-78)
  Avg: 5.9
 1. Stanic, Palmeiras5.9 
 2. Laprovittola, Flam.5.7 
 3. Figueroa, Vivo/Fra.5.5 
 4. Dos Santos, Limei.5.3 
 5. Rossetto, Basque.5.3 
 6. Fischer, Bauru5.2 
 7. de Assis, Brasilia4.9 
 8. Smith, Pinheiro.4.8 
 9. Silva, S.Jose/U.4.7 
 10. Ribeiro, Bauru4.6 
Steals Per Game
 Worrel CLAHAR
  Liga S.
  (180-G-)
  Avg: 3
 1. Clahar, Liga S.3.0 
 2. Toledo, Pinheiro.2.3 
 3. Romualdo, Rio Claro2.2 
 4. Machado, Rio Claro2.2 
 5. Curnell, Mogi d.1.8 
 6. Meindl, Vivo/Fra.1.8 
 7. Brown, Rio Claro1.8 
 8. Figueroa, Vivo/Fra.1.7 
 9. Collum, Minas1.6 
 10. de Sousa, Basque.1.5 
Blocks Per Game
 O'Neal MIMS
  Uberlandia
  (208-F-83)
  Avg: 1.4
 1. Mims, Uberlandia1.4 
 2. Meyinsse, Flamengo1.2 
 3. Silveira, S.Jose/U.1.1 
 4. Santo, Mogi d.1.0 
 5. Fiorotto, Limeira0.9 
 6. Morro, Pinheiro.0.8 
 7. Teichmann, Limeira0.8 
 8. Gruber, Uberlandia0.7 
 9. Cipolini, Brasilia0.7 
 10. Mariano, Vivo/Fra.0.7 


Brazilian NBB round 20 best performance: Joe Smith - by Eurobasket News

American Point guard Joe Smith (193-PG-77) had a very impressive game in the last round for Pinheiros/Sky, receiving a Latinbasket.com Player of the Week award for round 20.
The 37-year old player got a double-double of 20 points and 10 assists, while his team beat Basquete Cearense (#15, 3-16) 91-85. The game rather meaningless between the teams, which do not have any influence on top of the standings. Pinheiros/Sky maintains the 10th position in Brazilian NBB. Pinheiros/Sky is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-10 record. Smith has many years of experience at Pinheiros/Sky, through which he has constantly improved. Former University of Alabama in Huntsville star has very solid stats this year. Smith is in league's top in points (4th best: 12.4ppg), assists (8th best: 4.8apg) and averages impressive 55.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was 30-year old Italian center Bruno Fiorotto (208-C-84) of league's second-best Limeira. Fiorotto had a very good evening with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. Bad luck as Limeira lost that game 82-98 to slightly lower-ranked Mogi das Cruzes (#3, 14-6). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Limeira still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. It was just his team's 3rd loss this season, while they won 17 other games. Fiorotto is well-known at Limeira and is a proven leader in his second season with the team.

Third on the list of top players last round was another Limeira's star - former international de Souza Ferreira (208-C/F-88). Ferreira scored 23 points and grabbed five rebounds. Despite Ferreira's great performance Limeira lost 82-98 to #3 ranked Mogi das Cruzes. But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Limeira had another "accident". It may be a crucial game and cause dropping from the group of top ranked teams. The record is still good, but 3rd lost game is hopefully really an accident. Ferreira's teammates are also very good. That's why having such high stats is even more impressive. Ferreira has a very solid season. In 20 games in Brazil he scored 10.3ppg. He also has 5.0rpg and FGP: 57.9%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nicolas Laprovittola (193-PG-90) of Flamengo - 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Eduardo Machado (193-G-82) of Rio Claro - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Paulo Prestes (211-C-88) of Mogi das Cruzes - 17 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Alex Ribeiro (191-G-80) of Bauru - 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Valtinho Silva (187-PG-77) of S.Jose/Unimed - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists
9. Guilherme Giovannoni (203-PF-80) of Brasilia - 22 points, 2 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Shamell Stallworth (195-SG-80) of Mogi das Cruzes - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


Liga Americas: Bauru topple Capitanos in Group D opener - by Eurobasket News

Bauru - Capitanos 82:71

Bauru got to the winning start of their Liga Americas campaign. They overcame Capitanos de Arecibo in Group D opener in Tunja. Rafael Hettsheimer (206-C-86) stepped up with 23 points to pace the Brazilian team.
Bauru opened a 20:13 lead after the opening quarter. They sank 25 points in the second frame to gain an 18-point halftime advantage. Capitanos pulled closer in the third quarter. The Puerto Rican powerhouse cut the distance at 9-point mark heading into the final frame. But Bauru unloaded 23 points in the fourth quarter and iced the win. Alex Ribeiro (191-G-80, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 14 points and 7 assists, while Larry Taylor (185-PG-80, college: Missouri Western) added 13 points for Bauru. Edward Santana (203-F/C-80) responded with 21 points and 10 rebounds for Capitanos. Blake Ahearn (188-PG-84, college: Missouri St.) chipped in 16 points in the loss.

Bauru: Rafael Hettsheimer 23, Alex Ribeiro 14, Larry Taylor 13
Capitanos: Edward Santana 21+10 boards, Blake Ahearn 16


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  BULGARIA  


Filip Videnov (ex Krasnie Krilya) agreed terms with Levski Sofia - by Eurobasket News

BC Levski Sofia (NBL) inked 35-year old former Bulgarian international small forward Filip Videnov (196-97kg-80, college: W.Kentucky, agency: Alti Sport). Videnov managed to play in four leagues in two countries last year (!!!). He played most recently at Krasnie Krilya in Russian VTB league. In 7 EuroChallenge games he recorded 10.6ppg, 3.6rpg, 2.0apg and 1.1spg. He also played 12 games in VTB United League where he averaged 9.5ppg, 2.6rpg, 2.5apg and 1.4spg. He helped them to make it to the quarterfinals. Videnov also played at Lukoil Academic Sofia that season. In 8 NBL games he averaged 5.5ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.1apg and 1.0spg. He also played 9 games in Eurocup where he averaged 6.7ppg and 2.9rpg. Videnov also spent pre-season at Laboral Kutxa (Liga Endesa) in Spanish league that year. He contributed to his team making it to the supercup semifinals. The most of previous (2012-13) season Videnov spent at Eskisehir Basket (TBL) in Turkish league. In 15 games he averaged impressive 15.7ppg, 3.7rpg and 3.3apg in 2012-13 season. The other team he played shortly was BC Nizhny Novgorod (VTB) in Russian league. In 6 games he averaged 5.5ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.3apg in 2012-13 season. Videnov also played 9 games in VTB United League where he averaged 5.2ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.6apg in 2012-13 season.
Among other achievements his team won Polish League Supercup in 2012. Videnov received also Eurobasket.com All-Polish League Honorable Mention award back in 2011.
He was also a member of Bulgarian international program for some years. Videnov played for Bulgarian Senior National Team between 2002 and 2012 and previously for University National Team in 2001. He also represented Bulgaria at the Qualifications to European Championships 2013 three years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 8.4ppg, 4.3rpg, 4.1apg, FGP: 44.4%, 3PT: 32.4%, FT: 83.3%.
Videnov is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Croatia, France, Italy (Napoli J.News), Serbia (Crvena Zvezda), Spain (CB Granada, Sevilla and Herbalife Gran Canaria 2014), Poland (Asseco) and Bulgaria (Rousse).
It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Levski Sofia.
Videnov attended Western Kentucky University until 2003 and it will be his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.
His game is described as: Versatile. Can play at both 2 and 3 positions. Strong player with quick feet and good jump abilities. Very athletic and solid, he can drive the line or shot the three, and showed he can produce lots of points at professional level too.

By Eurobasket Data Center

Check also Complete Transfers List in Bulgaria


Evtimov comes back to Levski Sofia, ex Orchy - by Eurobasket News

BC Levski Sofia (NBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 38-year old former French international power forward Vassil Evtimov (208-121kg-77, college: N.Carolina). It is actually his comeback to Sofia as he played here before. Evtimov has a double citizenship as he also holds Bulgarian passport. Evtimov played most recently at Orchy in French ProB. In 28 games he recorded 3.6ppg, 5.6rpg and 1.0apg last season. The most of previous (2012-13) season he spent at Limoges CSP Elite (ProA) in French league. But in 12 games he averaged just 0.8ppg and 1.1rpg in 2012-13 season. Evtimov also spent pre-season at Levski Sofia that year.
Among other achievements he played in the final of Bulgarian League in 2012. Evtimov received also Eurobasket.com All-Bulgarian League 2nd Team award back in 2012. Strangely he also played for Bulgarian National Team in 2009. Evtimov represented Bulgaria at the European Championships in Poland six years ago. His stats at that event were 3 games: 4.0ppg, 8.7rpg, 2.0spg.
Evtimov is a very experienced player. He has played also in Cyprus (Proteas Danoi AEL Limassol), Germany (Mitteldeutscher BC), Greece (Panionios), Italy (Eternedile Bologna), Russia, Slovenia, Spain (Blancos de Rueda), Ukraine (Khimik).
It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Levski Sofia.
Evtimov attended University of North Carolina until 1999 and it will be his 16th (!!!) season in pro basketball.
The scouts decsribe him following way: Father: Ilia (played 250 games for the BUL NT), mother: French
Vas was married September 16, 1999 in Greece to the former Mary-Martha Cooke, an American, whom he met at the University of North Carolina.

By Eurobasket Data Center

Check also Complete Transfers List in Bulgaria


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  CANADA  

CIS Standings

CIS Standings
Atlantic
 1. UNB 13-2 
 2. UPEI 12-4 
 3. Cape Breton 8-7 
 4. Dalhousie 7-7 
 5. St.Mary's 7-7 
 6. Memorial 4-9 
 7. Acadia 4-11 
 8. St.Francis X. 4-12 
CanWest Explorer Division
 1. UFV 15-2 
 2. TRU 9-8 
 3. UNBC 9-8 
 4. Mount Royal 8-9 
 5. MacEwan 6-10 
 6. UBC Okanagan 3-13 
CanWest Pioneer Division
 1. Victoria 13-4 
 2. Saskatchewan 12-5 
 3. Alberta 12-6 
 4. Calgary 12-6 
 5. Winnipeg 11-6 
 6. UBC 11-6 
 7. Manitoba 9-9 
 8. Regina 7-10 
 9. Lethbridge 7-10 
 10. TWU 1-16 
 11. Brandon 1-18 
OUA Central
 1. McMaster 12-3 
 2. Lakehead 9-6 
 3. Guelph 7-7 
 4. Brock 5-10 
OUA East
 1. Ryerson 14-2 
 2. York 8-7 
 3. Queen's 6-8 
 4. Toronto 3-11 
OUA North
 1. Ottawa 14-1 
 2. Carleton 13-2 
 3. Laurentian 6-8 
 4. Nipissing 0-13 
OUA West
 1. Windsor 11-4 
 2. Western 9-7 
 3. Laurier 6-9 
 4. Waterloo 3-13 
 5. Algoma 0-15 
Quebec League
 1. McGill 8-2 
 2. Bishop's 7-4 
 3. Laval 5-7 
 4. Concordia 4-6 
 5. UQAM 3-8 

Regular Season: Round 36

Atlantic

Feb. 6: Acadia - UPEI 91-93
Feb. 6: Dalhousie - Cape Breton 64-91

CanWest Explorer

Feb. 6: Mount Royal - TRU 89-79
Feb. 6: UFV - UNBC 77-71
Feb. 6: UBC Okanagan - MacEwan 70-82

CanWest Pioneer

Feb. 6: Winnipeg - TWU 93-76
Feb. 6: Saskatchewan - Lethbridge 83-88
Feb. 6: Victoria - Brandon 80-71
Feb. 6: UBC - Regina 76-64

OUA

Feb. 6: Western - Nipissing 86-65
Feb. 6: Windsor - Laurentian 78-65
Feb. 6: Lakehead - Toronto 73-70
Feb. 6: Ottawa - Carleton 66-79
Feb. 6: Algoma - Laurier 62-82

Quebec League

Feb. 6: UQAM - Bishop's 57-81

Regular Season: Round 37

Atlantic

Feb. 7: Dalhousie - Cape Breton
Feb. 7: UPEI - UNB
Feb. 7: Memorial - St.Mary's

CanWest Explorer

Feb. 7: UBC Okanagan - MacEwan
Feb. 7: Mount Royal - TRU
Feb. 7: UFV - UNBC

CanWest Pioneer

Feb. 7: Victoria - Brandon
Feb. 7: UBC - Regina
Feb. 7: Saskatchewan - Lethbridge
Feb. 7: Winnipeg - TWU

OUA

Feb. 7: Algoma - Laurier
Feb. 7: York - Brock
Feb. 7: Queen's - McMaster
Feb. 7: Lakehead - Ryerson
Feb. 7: Western - Laurentian
Feb. 7: Windsor - Nipissing
Feb. 7: Guelph - Toronto

Quebec League

Feb. 7: McGill - Concordia
Feb. 7: Bishop's - UQAM


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Javon MASTERS
  UNB
  (183-PG-)
  Avg: 25.8
 1. Masters, UNB25.8 
 2. Scott, UPEI24.1 
 3. Morrow, Western23.1 
 4. Berhanemeske., Ott.23.0 
 5. Nixon, UBC22.1 
 6. Faulkner, Queen's20.9 
 7. Tufegdzich, York20.7 
 8. Osuntola, Windsor20.6 
 9. Tull, Regina20.5 
 10. Ogungbemi-J., Cal.20.1 
Rebounds Per Game
 Rotimi OSUNTOLA
  Windsor
  (196-G-92)
  Avg: 12.3
 1. Osuntola, Windsor12.3 
 2. Moedt, UFV10.9 
 3. Wolfram, TRU10.6 
 4. Tufegdzich, York10.6 
 5. McLaughlin, Victor.10.4 
 6. McMurtry, UN.10.2 
 7. Barrie, St.Mary's10.1 
 8. Larry, Acadia9.6 
 9. Anders, Manitoba9.5 
 10. Johnson, Toronto9.4 
Assists Per Game
 Ritchie KANZA MATA
  Dalho.
  (186-G-)
  Avg: 6.8
 1. Kanza Mata, Dalho.6.8 
 2. Clayton, St.Mary's6.6 
 3. Clennon, Winnipeg6.1 
 4. Ogungbemi-J., Calg.5.3 
 5. Masters, UNB5.2 
 6. Jensen-Whyte, UBC5.2 
 7. Jones, Ryerson4.8 
 8. Berhanemeske., Ott.4.5 
 9. Scrubb, Carleton4.5 
 10. Allen, TWU4.4 
Steals Per Game
 Jared BAKER
  Lethbridge
  (188-G-)
  Avg: 2.4
 1. Baker, Lethbridge2.4 
 2. Tull, Regina2.4 
 3. Pribilsky, TRU2.4 
 4. Bakuteka, TWU2.4 
 5. Ramsey, Brandon2.4 
 6. Parchment, UFV2.4 
 7. Kanza Mata, Dalho.2.3 
 8. Scott, UPEI2.3 
 9. Antoine, St.Franc.2.3 
 10. Clerjuste, UQAM2.2 
Blocks Per Game
 Rotimi OSUNTOLA
  Windsor
  (196-G-92)
  Avg: 2.1
 1. Osuntola, Windsor2.1 
 2. Tufegdzich, York1.9 
 3. Clennon, Nipissing1.5 
 4. Brine, Lethbridge1.5 
 5. Boney, McMaster1.5 
 6. Barrie, St.Mary's1.4 
 7. States, UPEI1.4 
 8. Coleman, Laurier1.3 
 9. Morgan, UBC1.3 
 10. Roughead, Alberta1.2 


Paul Riley Has Stepped Down as Commissioner of the National Basketball League - by John Gary

courtesy oursportscentral.com The National Basketball League of Canada is looking for yet another commissionor. Paul Riley, commissionor of the NBL since September 2013, resigned Friday posting a letter on twitter. He was the third commissionor the league has had. ' It is with great regret that I inform you I will be stepping down as Commissioner of the National Basketball League of Canada, ' the letter said in part, ' effective today I will be resigning as Commissionor of the National Basketball League of Canada.' ' We provided stability to the league, found new supports and owners, created a culture of professionalism for our officials,built our relationships with our governing bodies, our community partners and created a digital media platform,' ' it continued Rileys term in office provided few highlight reel moments. Despite being in the job for almost two years, he failed too bring any major league sponsors on board.'


Doug Plumb left Gaz Metan - by Eurobasket News

27-year old Canadian guard Doug Plumb (194-95kg-88, college: Minn.St.-Mankato, agency: Laszlo Vinko Group) left CS Gaz Metan Medias (Liga Nationala). In 13 games he had 7.9ppg, 3.8rpg and 1.0apg this season.
The last season Plumb played at Zalakeramia-ZTE KK (A Division) in Hungarian league. In 26 games he recorded 11.9ppg, 4.0rpg, 2.4apg and 1.3spg.
The previous (12-13) season he played at Thunderbirds (CIS) in Canadian CIS. In 29 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.2ppg, 5.6rpg, 3.3apg and 1.8spg in 2012-13 season. Great year as he was named to CIS All-Canadian 2nd Team.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Plumb won CanWest championship title in 2011 and 2013.
He graduated from Minnesota State University Mankato in 2007 and it is his eighth season as a professional player.

By Eurobasket Data Center

Check also Complete Transfers List in Romania


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CBDL adds Palm Beach Kings to Southeast Division for 2015 - by CBDL

The Central Basketball Development League announces that they have agreed to terms with the ownership group out of West Palm Beach to bring a team to the area in Southeast Florida. The team name will be the Palm Beach Kings. "This is a great opportunity to bring another team to the Southeast Division" said CEO Benjamin Mireles. "We currently have a conference call with another ownership in Miami for next week and are hopeful we can bring them to strengthen this division with very competitive basketball players". The terms of the agreement were not immediately announced but the team and contact information will be announced within the coming days. Stay tuned as they will be announcing their tryouts and Coaching staff as well.

CBDL Sports News


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  CHINA  

Stats Leaders - CBA

Points Per Game
 Errick MCCOLLUM
  Zhejiang.
  (185-PG-88)
  Avg: 39.6
 1. McCollum, Zhejiang.39.6 
 2. Warren, Chongqin.38.9 
 3. Jones, Jilin NE T.37.3 
 4. Wafer, Shanxi Zh.32.5 
 5. Brown, DongGuan L.32.0 
 6. Akognon, Foshan LL31.9 
 7. Blatche, Xinjiang.31.1 
 8. Douby, TianJin S.30.9 
 9. Dentmon, Qingd.30.9 
 10. Hudson, Liaoning30.7 
Rebounds Per Game
 Charles GAINES
  Zhejiang CB
  (201-F-81)
  Avg: 16.5
 1. Gaines, Zhejiang CB16.5 
 2. Blatche, Xinjiang.14.6 
 3. Haddadi, Qingdao E.14.4 
 4. Holman, Guangsha.14.4 
 5. Kazemi, Chongqin.13.7 
 6. Williams, TianJ.13.2 
 7. Singleton, Oklaho.12.6 
 8. Moultrie, Jiangsu12.1 
 9. Wang, Fujian QB11.5 
 10. Tyler, Shanxi Zh.11.4 
Assists Per Game
 Dominique JONES
  Jilin NE T.
  (193-G-88)
  Avg: 8.5
 1. Jones, Jilin NE T.8.5 
 2. Bynum, Guangdon.7.5 
 3. Lucas III, De.7.0 
 4. Hudson, Liaoning H.6.7 
 5. Brown, DongGuan L.6.6 
 6. Warren, Chongqin.6.5 
 7. Marbury, Beijing5.9 
 8. Wafer, Shanxi Zh.5.9 
 9. Guo, Liaoning H.5.6 
 10. McCollum, Zhejian.5.5 
Steals Per Game
 Lester HUDSON
  Liaoning H.
  (190-SG-84)
  Avg: 3.3
 1. Hudson, Liaoning H.3.3 
 2. Kazemi, Chongqin.3.1 
 3. Singleton, Oklaho.3.0 
 4. Blatche, Xinjiang.2.8 
 5. Kamrani, Jiang.2.8 
 6. Jones, Jilin NE T.2.7 
 7. Hu, Jiangsu D.2.4 
 8. World Peace, Sichu.2.3 
 9. Buycks, TianJin S.2.1 
 10. Douglas, N.Orlean.2.1 
Blocks Per Game
 Qi ZHOU
  Xinjiang FT
  (217-C-96)
  Avg: 3.3
 1. Zhou, Xinjiang FT3.3 
 2. Haddadi, Qingdao E.2.3 
 3. Kravtsov, Foshan2.2 
 4. Morgan, Chongqin.2.1 
 5. Zou, Bayi R.2.1 
 6. James, Shanghai S.2.0 
 7. Singleton, Oklaho.1.9 
 8. Williams, TianJ.1.8 
 9. Zhang, Shanghai S.1.8 
 10. Holman, Guangsha.1.8 



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Liga Americas: Trotamundos prevail against Patriotas - by Eurobasket News

Patriotas - Trotamundos 88:98

Trotamundos registered the first victory in Liga Americas Group D. They overcame Patriotas de Boyarca in the opener. Robert Glenn (201-PF-89, agency: Duran International, college: IUPUI) was responsible for 30 points and 10 rebounds to pace the Venezuelan team.
Trotamundos dropped 28 points in the first period to gain a 7-point lead. Patriotas unleashed 29 points in the second term to pull within a single point at halftime. But the visitors stayed aggressive offensively in the third frame. Trotamundos dropped 27 points to ensure a 6-point lead heading into the fourth quarter 78:72. The Venezuelan side accounted for 20 points in the final stanza and celebrated victory. David Cubillan (181-PG-87, college: Marquette) had 13 points, while Dwight Lewis (197-SG-87, college: USC) added 16 points and 7 boards in the win. Horace Wormely (168-G-84, college: Vanguard) responded with 28 points and 8 assists for Patriotas. Prince Obasi (193-G-91, agency: Elite Talent Exchange, college: Seattle) had 21 points in the loss.

Patriotas: Horace Wormely 28, Prince Obasi 21
Trotamundos: Robert Glenn 30+10 boards, Dwight Lewis 16, David Cubillan 13


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  CUBA  


Cuban LSB round 14 best performance: Joice Daudinot - by Eurobasket News

Swingman Joice Daudinot (194-F/G-85) had a great game in the last round for Artemisa, receiving a Latinbasket.com Player of the Week award for round 14.
The 29-year old player was the main contributor (28 points, four rebounds) to his team's victory, helping them to beat Santiago (#2, 10-4) 91-82. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Artemisa maintains the 3rd position in Cuban LSB. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Artemisa will need more victories to improve their 8-5 record. Daudinot has many years of experience at Artemisa, through which he has constantly improved. Joice Daudinot averages this season 5.8ppg.

The second best player in last round's games was 29-year old former international shooting guard William Granda (189-SG-85) of Ciego de Avila. Granda had a very good evening with 20 points and 3 rebounds. Of course he led Ciego de Avila to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Las Tunas (#7, 3-11) 90-44. Ciego de Avila's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 8-6 record is not bad at all. Granda is one of the most experienced players at Ciego de Avila and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was Eddy Hechevarria (193-SF-86) of league's second-best Santiago. Hechevarria scored 20 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Despite Hechevarria's great performance Santiago lost 82-91 to #3 ranked Artemisa. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Santiago needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 10 victories and 4 lost games. Hechevarria has a great season in Cuba. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.0ppg (4th best) and rebounds with 5.7rpg (9th best). He also has 3.6spg and FGP: 57.5%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Reinier Muniz (184-G-85) of Capitalinos - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Antonio Sanchez (195-F-85) of Guantanamo - 14 points and 10 rebounds
6. Javier Justiz (205-C-92) of Santiago - 23 points and 7 rebounds
7. Humberto Garcia (203-C-85) of Artemisa - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Osmel Oliva (178-PG-87) of Artemisa - 22 points and 5 assists
9. Jasiel Rivero (204-C-93) of Capitalinos - 16 points and 9 rebounds
10. Davisley Granados (185-G-83) of Ciego de Avila - 14 points and 2 rebounds

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  CYPRUS  

Standings - Division A

Division A Standings
 1. Apoel 11-3 
 2. Keravnos 10-4 
 3. AEK 9-4 
 4. Etha 9-5 
 5. Apollon 8-6 
 6. Enosis 5-9 
 7. Omonia 2-12 
 8. AEL 0-11 

Regular Season: Round 15

Feb. 6: Keravnos - Enosis 82-59
Feb. 7: Etha - Apollon
Feb. 7: AEK - Omonia


Div.A stats leaders

Points Per Game
 Tony WEEDEN
  Keravnos
  (183-SG-83)
  Avg: 19.4
 1. Weeden, Keravnos19.4 
 2. Britton, Omonia18.3 
 3. Alexander, LG Sa.17.3 
 4. Duren, AEK17.1 
 5. Harper, AEK16.1 
 6. McFadden, AEK16.1 
 7. Gray, Apollon15.8 
 8. Kirk, Etha15.0 
 9. Roberson, Apoel14.4 
 10. Robinson, Apollon14.2 
Rebounds Per Game
 Trey BRITTON
  Omonia
  (202-C/F-89)
  Avg: 9.8
 1. Britton, Omonia9.8 
 2. Ross, Etha9.4 
 3. Kastropil, Apollon9.0 
 4. Alexander, LG Sa.8.8 
 5. Harper, AEK8.1 
 6. Johnson, Keravnos7.2 
 7. Kirk, Etha7.0 
 8. Petrovic, AEK6.8 
 9. Trisokkas, Enosis6.5 
 10. Evans, Apoel5.9 
Assists Per Game
 Thomas MASSAMBA
  Etha
  (183-PG-85)
  Avg: 6.2
 1. Massamba, Etha6.2 
 2. Kounas, Apoel4.3 
 3. Tutt, Apoel4.3 
 4. Duren, AEK3.6 
 5. Gray, Apollon3.6 
 6. Weeden, Keravnos3.4 
 7. Palalas, AEK3.3 
 8. Bowden, Omonia3.1 
 9. Cohn, Enosis3.0 
 10. Russell, Etha3.0 
Steals Per Game
 Justin ROBINSON
  Apollon
  (186-PG-87)
  Avg: 2.2
 1. Robinson, Apollon2.2 
 2. Russell, Etha1.9 
 3. Alexander, LG Sa.1.8 
 4. Pantouris, Keravnos1.8 
 5. Panteli, AEK1.8 
 6. Palalas, AEK1.8 
 7. McFadden, AEK1.8 
 8. Duren, AEK1.7 
 9. Williams, Omonia1.5 
 10. Petrovic, AEK1.5 
Blocks Per Game
 Michael HARRISON
  Apoel
  (206-F/C-84)
  Avg: 1.6
 1. Harrison, Apoel1.6 
 2. Kirk, Etha1.3 
 3. Alexander, LG Sa.1.1 
 4. Kastropil, Apollon1.0 
 5. Mason, Apollon0.9 
 6. Petrovic, AEK0.8 
 7. Baptiste, AEK0.8 
 8. Evans, Apoel0.6 
 9. Grigorev, Omonia0.5 
 10. Johnson, Keravnos0.4 


Ketselidis is the new Head Coach of AEK Larnakas - by Chris Mammides

AEK Larnakas agreed financial terms with the Greek Head Coach Giorgos Ketselidis . Ketselidis is replacing Nikolas Papadopoulos and Kyriakos Adamou. Ketselidis arrived on the 6th of February in Cyprus and will started immediately by meeting his new team staff.
Giorgos Ketselidis knows very well the Cyprus international guard Vassilis Kounas as both of them won the double in teh Georgian league with MIA's jersey back in 2013. The 49 years old Head Coach was born in Constantinople and his last career stop was in the Lebanese league with Champville while in the past he was an assistant Coach of Ilias Zouros in Lithuania and the historic Zalgiris Kaunas


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Standings - NBL

NBL Standings
 1. BK Decin 23-6 
 2. Prostejov 21-8 
 3. BK Pardubice 20-10 
 4. BK Opava 17-14 
 5. Usti n/Labem 14-16 
 6. CEZ Nymburk 13-1 
 7. J.Hradec 13-16 
 8. NH Ostrava 12-16 
 9. Svitavy 11-18 
 10. BK Kolin 10-19 
 11. USK Praha 9-20 
 12. MMCITE Brno 5-24 

Regular Season: Round 32

Feb. 7: NH Ostrava - J.Hradec
Feb. 7: BK Pardubice - MMCITE Brno
Feb. 7: USK Praha - BK Decin
Feb. 7: Svitavy - Usti n/Labem
Feb. 8: Prostejov - BK Kolin

Round 21

Feb. 6: BK Opava - CEZ Nymburk 60-81


Stats Leaders - NBL

Points Per Game
 Donald ROBINSON
  J.Hradec
  (193-F-89)
  Avg: 19.1
 1. Robinson, J.Hradec19.1 
 2. Abercrombie, Svita.18.2 
 3. Talley, Prostejov18.0 
 4. Vette, Usti n.17.8 
 5. Autrey, J.Hradec17.8 
 6. Pandula, BK Pardu.17.6 
 7. Rohde, NH Ostrava16.7 
 8. Dougherty, NH Os.15.7 
 9. Nikolic-S., USK P.15.5 
 10. Chan, BK Kolin15.2 
Rebounds Per Game
 Cory ABERCROMBIE
  Svita.
  (201-PF-85)
  Avg: 7.9
 1. Abercrombie, Svita.7.9 
 2. Necas, Prostejov7.8 
 3. Vette, Usti n.7.7 
 4. Rohde, NH Ostrava7.6 
 5. Bohacik, BK Pardu.7.3 
 6. Autrey, J.Hradec7.2 
 7. Dougherty, NH Os.7.1 
 8. Zuzak, J.Hradec7.0 
 9. Houska, BK Decin6.9 
 10. Chan, BK Kolin6.9 
Assists Per Game
 Michal SOTNAR
  Svitavy
  (187-PG-92)
  Avg: 5.6
 1. Sotnar, Svitavy5.6 
 2. Sirina, BK Opava5.3 
 3. Ciz, NH Ostrava4.9 
 4. Laroche, Usti n.4.9 
 5. Carnecky, Usti n.4.7 
 6. Autrey, J.Hradec4.6 
 7. Hammond, BK Kolin4.4 
 8. Sanders, BK Pardu.4.3 
 9. Tucker, BK Decin4.0 
 10. Siska, MMCITE B.3.9 
Steals Per Game
 Lamb AUTREY
  J.Hradec
  (190-G-)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. Autrey, J.Hradec2.3 
 2. Robinson, J.Hradec1.9 
 3. Marko, Prostejov1.8 
 4. Klecka, BK Opava1.8 
 5. Laroche, Usti n.1.8 
 6. Necas, Prostejov1.8 
 7. Muirhead, NH Os.1.7 
 8. Pandula, BK Pardu.1.7 
 9. Novak, J.Hradec1.6 
 10. Slezak, Prostejov1.4 
Blocks Per Game
 Ales CHAN
  BK Kolin
  (215-C-80)
  Avg: 1.5
 1. Chan, BK Kolin1.5 
 2. Voslajer, J.Hradec0.8 
 3. Dougherty, NH Os.0.7 
 4. Votroubek, Svitavy0.7 
 5. Tomanec, Prostejov0.7 
 6. Houska, BK Decin0.7 
 7. Steffel, Prostejov0.6 
 8. Necas, Prostejov0.6 
 9. Barber, Usti n.0.6 
 10. Krakovic, MMCITE0.5 


Standings - D2

1Liga Standings
Places 1-8
 1. Slavoj Litom. 17-0 
 2. Sokol H.K. 15-2 
 3. Kara Trutnov 11-5 
 4. Loko Plzen 10-6 
 5. Zlin 10-6 
 6. MMCITE Brno 2 10-7 
 7. Opava B 9-7 
 8. Sokol Prazky 8-9 
Places 9-16
 1. Sparta Praha 8-8 
 2. Vysocina 7-9 
 3. Sokol Slapnice 6-9 
 4. Bball Olomouc 6-10 
 5. VK VSB Ost. 6-11 
 6. Sumperk 4-13 
 7. Sokol Vyseh. 3-14 
 8. Kondori Lib. 1-15 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 3

Places 1-8

Feb. 6: Sokol H.K. - Sokol Prazky 90-77
Feb. 6: MMCITE Brno 2 - Slavoj Litom. 73-86
Feb. 8: Zlin - Loko Plzen
Feb. 8: Opava B - Kara Trutnov

Places 9-16

Feb. 6: VK VSB Ost. - Sokol Vyseh. 87-86
Feb. 6: Sumperk - Kondori Lib. 80-48
Feb. 8: Sokol Slapnice - Vysocina



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  DENMARK  


Borovcanin's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

29-year old swingman Vedran Borovcanin (199-G/F-85) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's best team Horsens IC and receives a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 20.
He had a double-double of 25 points and 11 rebounds, while his team outclassed Vaerlose (#8, 6-15) with 29-point margin 107-78. It allowed Horsens IC to take over top position in the Danish league. Horsens IC have a solid 17-3 record. It's Borovcanin's second year at Horsens IC and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Borovcanin has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in assists (9th best: 4.1apg) and averages solid 3.0spg.

Second best performed player last round was Corin Henry (180-PG-88) of Naestved. He is American guard in his first season at Naestved. In the last game Henry recorded impressive triple-double of 25 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Of course he led Naestved to another comfortable win 89-70 over slightly lower-ranked SISU (#7, 9-12) being unquestionably team leader. Naestved's 5th position in the standings has not changed. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 11-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Henry is a newcomer at Naestved and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Bonell Colas (205-F/C-82) of Randers (#6). Colas scored 24 points and grabbed twenty two rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Randers, leading his team to a 91-84 win against the lower-ranked Horsholm (#9, 5-15). The chances of Randers ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 11 games, recording just nine victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Colas could help Randers to bring them higher in the standings. Colas has a very solid season. In 11 games in Denmark he scored 15.8ppg. He also has 10.2rpg and FGP: 60.7%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ryan White (180-PG-88) of Wolfpack - 28 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Esben Reinholt (195-G-93) of Horsens IC - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Casper Hesseldal (198-F-85) of Wolfpack - 23 points and 13 rebounds
7. Casper Hesseldal (198-F-85) of Wolfpack - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Chris Nielsen (192-G/F-85) of Randers - 28 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists
9. Vedran Borovcanin (199-G/F-85) of Horsens IC - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
10. Skyler Bowlin (190-G-89) of Horsens IC - 14 points, 3 rebounds and 12 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  D-LEAGUE  

Standings

D-League Standings
Atlantic Division
 1. Maine RC 18-10 
 2. Canton C. 17-14 
 3. Erie Bay H. 12-19 
 4. Delaware 87ers 11-18 
 5. Westchester K. 9-20 
Central Division
 1. Ft.Wayne MA 19-12 
 2. Sioux Falls S. 17-12 
 3. Iowa E. 16-12 
 4. Grand Rapids Drive 15-14 
Soutwest Division
 1. Austin T. 20-9 
 2. 66ers 17-14 
 3. Texas L. 15-13 
 4. Rio Grande VV 15-14 
West Division
 1. Bakersfield J. 22-10 
 2. Santa Cruz W. 17-11 
 3. Reno B. 12-15 
 4. Los Angeles D. 9-22 
 5. Idaho S. 5-27 

Regular Season: Round 66

Feb. 6: Sioux Falls S. - Canton C. 84-102
Feb. 6: Westchester K. - Delaware 87ers 126-101
Feb. 6: Austin S. - Grand Rapids D. 124-117
Feb. 6: Idaho S. - Los Angeles D. 115-108
Feb. 6: Bakersfield J. - Oklahoma City B 110-102
Feb. 6: Ft.Wayne MA - Erie Bay H. 103-91

Regular Season: Round 67

Feb. 7: Maine RC - Westchester K.
Feb. 7: Sioux Falls S. - Canton C.
Feb. 7: Iowa E. - Ft.Wayne MA
Feb. 7: Texas L. - Rio Grande VV
Feb. 7: Austin S. - Grand Rapids D.
Feb. 7: Idaho S. - Santa Cruz W.
Feb. 7: Reno B. - Oklahoma City B


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Quincy MILLER-SCOTT
  Sacram.
  (206-F-92)
  Avg: 26.3
 1. Miller-Scott, Sacr.26.3 
 2. Harris, Eskise.25.7 
 3. Heslip, Igokea24.5 
 4. Curry, Erie Bay H.23.9 
 5. Brown, Los A.23.3 
 6. Murphy, Guangsha.23.2 
 7. Green, Memphis G.23.0 
 8. Blue, Los A.21.9 
 9. Cotton, Austin S.21.5 
 10. Emmett, Ft.Wayne.21.5 
Rebounds Per Game
 Arinze ONUAKU
  Canton C.
  (206-F-87)
  Avg: 12.7
 1. Onuaku, Canton C.12.7 
 2. Roberts, San M.11.9 
 3. Smith, Los A.11.9 
 4. Reed, Grand R.11.7 
 5. Benimon, Idaho S.10.7 
 6. Zanna, Oklahoma.10.7 
 7. Green, Memphis G.10.7 
 8. Barron, Shanxi Zh.10.7 
 9. Davis, Meralco Bol.10.5 
 10. James, Texas L.10.1 
Assists Per Game
 Larry DREW
  Sioux F.
  (187-PG-90)
  Avg: 10.1
 1. Drew, Sioux F.10.1 
 2. Talton, Ft.Wayne.9.9 
 3. Frazier, Philadel.8.9 
 4. Stockton, Reno B.8.3 
 5. Williams, Charlott.7.6 
 6. Siva, Erie Bay H.6.9 
 7. Craft, Santa C.6.7 
 8. Wright, VL Pesaro5.9 
 9. James, Texas L.5.6 
 10. Teague, Oklahoma.5.4 
Steals Per Game
 Langston GALLOWAY
  New Y.
  (188-G-91)
  Avg: 2.6
 1. Galloway, New Y.2.6 
 2. Stockton, Reno B.2.4 
 3. Craft, Santa C.2.4 
 4. Owens, Iowa E.2.1 
 5. Millsap, Utah Jazz2.1 
 6. McAdoo, Golden S.2.0 
 7. Frazier, Philadel.2.0 
 8. Edwin, Sioux F.2.0 
 9. Blue, Los A.1.9 
 10. Brown, Minnesot.1.9 
Blocks Per Game
 Quincy MILLER-SCOTT
  Sacram.
  (206-F-92)
  Avg: 3.7
 1. Miller-Scott, Sacr.3.7 
 2. Bhullar, Reno B.3.5 
 3. Capela, Rio G.3.1 
 4. Griffin, Texas L.2.7 
 5. Majok, Los A.2.7 
 6. McAdoo, Golden S.2.4 
 7. Birch, Sioux F.2.3 
 8. Reed, Grand R.2.1 
 9. Jackson, Texas L.2.1 
 10. Thabeet, Grand R.1.8 


Texas Legends cut Johnson - by Eurobasket News

Texas Legends cut 31-year old power forward Ivan Johnson (203-116kg-84, college: Cal State - San Bernardino, agency: Haylett Sports). In 7 D-League games he averaged 9.4ppg, 4.6rpg, 1.1apg and 1.4spg this season. Johnson was called during the season by the Dallas Mavericks.
The last season he played at Zhejiang Chouzhou Bank (CBA) in Chinese league. In 25 games he had very impressive stats: 25.8ppg, 10.2rpg, 2.0apg and 2.9spg (leader !!!). It was a very successful season in his career as he was selected to Asia-Basket.com All-Chinese CBA Honorable Mention.
The previous (12-13) season Johnson played at the Hawks. In 75 games he had 6.5ppg and 3.8rpg in 2012-13 season.
In 11-12 season he played at Qingdao Eagles (CBA) in China. In 6 games he had also remarkable stats: 20.8ppg, 8.5rpg, 1.3apg and 2.2spg in 2011-12 season.
In the summer of 2011 Johnson played at Caciques (BSN) in Puerto Rican league. In 19 games he was third best scorer with high stats: 21.2ppg and recorded 8.5rpg and 2.2apg in 2011 season.
In 2007 he was drafted by Anaheim Arsenal (D-League) in second round (20th overall).
Johnson attended Cal State - San Bernardino (NCAA Div.II) and it is his eighth season in pro basketball.
Among other achievements he played in the final of Korean KBL in 2010. Johnson received also Usbasket.com All-United States Center of the Year award back in 2011.
He has played also professionally in Korea (KCC Egis and LG Sakers), other NBA teams (Atlanta Hawks) and other D-League teams (Springfield A., Rio Grande Valley Vipers and Erie Bay Hawks).
Let's have closer look into Johnson's outlook: Ivan Johnson is a great pick and pop PF that can knock down shoots from the NBA 3 point line. He will excel in pick and roll also with his ability to finish strong at the rim. Ivan's skill set is extremely high which will allow him to play at the highest level (NBA). Ivan's strength and quickness gives him the capabilities to defend positions 2-5.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Austin Toros tab Khyle Marshall, ex Yokohama BC - by Eurobasket News

Austin Spurs inked 23-year old forward Khyle Marshall (198-98kg-92, college: Butler). He played recently at Yokohama B-Corsairs in Japanese BJ League. In 8 games he averaged 14.4ppg, 7.9rpg and 1.4apg this season. Marshall also spent pre-season at D-Fenders earlier that year.
Among other achievements his team made it to the Atlantic 10 Tournament Semifinals in 2013. Marshall received also .two-time Sun Sentinel Class 6A-5A-4A Player of the Year award back in 2009 and 2010 at his college time. Marshall represented USA at the World Championships U19 in Latvia four years ago. His stats at that event were 9 games: 5.7ppg, 3.0rpg, FGP: 47.7%, FT: 60.0%.
Marshall graduated from Butler University in 2014 and it is his first season in pro basketball.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Loucks is back at Maine Red Claws - by Eurobasket News

Maine Red Claws signed 25-year old guard Luke Loucks (196-91kg-90, college: Florida State). It is actually his comeback to Maine Red Claws as he played here before. Loucks just played at Erie Bay Hawks (D-League). In 10 games he had 4.0ppg, 2.3rpg and 3.4apg this season. He also played at Maine Red Claws earlier that season. In 7 D-League games he recorded only 2.0ppg, 1.1rpg and 1.9apg. The last season Loucks played at Kangoeroes (Scooore League) in Belgium. In 26 games he recorded 10.3ppg, 3.3rpg and 4.7apg. The most of previous (12-13) season he spent at Apollon (Division A) in Cypriot league. In 11 games he recorded 10.4ppg, 3.3rpg and 6.4apg in 2012-13 season. The other team Loucks played shortly was VEF Riga (LBL) in Latvian league. But in four games he recorded only 1.8ppg, 3.3rpg and 5.3apg in 2012-13 season. He also played 6 games in VTB United League where he recorded only 1.5ppg in 2012-13 season.
Last year (two years after he left the college) Loucks was drafted by Maine Red Claws (D-League) in fourth round (58th overall).
The former Florida State standout is in his third season in pro basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Loucks' college team won ACC Tournament in 2012. He was also voted ACC All-Tournament 1st Team back in 2012.
Loucks could be described: A clever perimetral player, who doesn�t shoot too much and passes the ball well.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Red Claws lose point guard to NBA, then lose game - by Eurobasket News

For the second game in a row, the Maine Red Claws rallied from a large first-half deficit only to come up short in the final minute. The Iowa Energy beat Maine 101-96 Thursday night before a crowd of 2,079 at the Portland Expo. The Red Claws whittled a 23-point deficit to two points late in the third quarter but could come no closer and lost for the fifth time in six games. 'A great Canadian coach, Dave Nutbrown, once said, 'Moral victories are for losers,' ' said Red Claws Coach Scott Morrison , a Prince Edward Islander himself. 'That's two games in a row we had a moral victory of having a good second half because we stunk it up in the first half.' Earlier this season, as the Claws burst out of the gate with a 16-4 record, Morrison said he prefers to break down the 50-game D-League season into chunks of 10. After going 8-2 in each of the first two segments, the Claws are 2-6 in a stretch that has seen them lose point guard Tim Frazier (who signed a 10-day contract with the Philadelphia 76ers earlier Thursday), fellow All-Star Chris Babb (missed his fifth straight game with a knee injury), veteran guard Jermaine Taylor (traded to Idaho in late January) and super-sub Andre Stringer (out for a seventh game with ankle injury). 'Everyone's going to make a turnover or mess up a play or miss an open shot, but right now we're getting outworked, especially in first halves,' Morrison said. 'We don't have enough firepower to let a team get more effort than we do. We've got to try and be solid, outwork them, play as a team. That's what we did in the first 20 games. Even though we have less depth now because of injuries, we could still be winning a lot of these games if we approached it the same way as we did at the start.' To make up for Frazier's absence, the Celtics sent second-year guard Phil Pressey up to Maine for his D-League debut. He scored 34 points on 11-of-25 shooting, handed out nine assists and grabbed seven rebounds to go along with six turnovers. Danny Ainge, Boston's president of basketball operations, told Pressey early Thursday he ought to drive up to Maine to get in some work. A reserve guard with the Celtics, Pressey had only seen 17 minutes of action in the last six Celtics games. 'I'm happy I did,' Pressey said afterward. 'I needed to play. I need the conditioning, the opportunity to get better.' Damien Wilkins (6'6'-G-80, college: Georgia) (son of Gerald and nephew of Dominique) led Iowa (16-12) with 22 points and Chris Allen added 22. Wilkins swished a half-court heave to beat the buzzer at the end of the first quarter and give Iowa a 34-17 lead. It was 57-41 at halftime but with Pressey leading the charge, the Red Claws opened the third quarter with a 10-0 run kept the margin to single digits for most of the fourth quarter. 'I told your coach afterward that I thought he's doing an incredible job,' said Iowa Coach Bob Donewald. 'When you're missing the main guys, and all of a sudden bench guys have to get major minutes, it can result in tough losses. We were getting ready to blow you guys out. I thought he did an outstanding job of getting this game close and making it interesting.' Jason Calliste (6'2'-G-90, agency: Tycoon Sports Inc., college: Oregon) chipped in with 16 points for Maine. Christian Watford (6'9'-F-91, college: Indiana) added 13 and Ralph Sampson 11.
Courtesy of: pressherald.com


Drive unable to keep up with Spurs - by Eurobasket News

The Grand Rapids Drive (15-13) fell to the Austin Spurs (20-9) on Friday night by a score of 124-117. This is the Drive's first loss in three games. Grand Rapids held a five-point lead after the first quarter that was quickly rendered moot by a 39-point second quarter by the Spurs. The Drive showed signs of life in the fourth quarter by outscoring the Austin again, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit. Willie Reed (6'10'-F/C-90, college: St.Louis) and Adonis Thomas (6'6'-F-93, college: Memphis) both had monster games in the Drive's losing effort. Reed had a huge double-double with 33 points and 19 rebounds, including six offensive rebounds, and Thomas scored 29 points. Stefhon Hannah gave the Drive a boost with 16 points and seven assists off the bench. This is Austin's fourth win in a row. Every starter scored in double figures for the Spurs, who finished with their highest point total since January 11. Bryce Cotton (6'0'-G-92, college: Providence) lead the Spurs with 26 points, Erik Murphy (6'10'-PF-90, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management, college: Florida) added 21 points and nine rebounds, and Kyle Anderson (6'9'-G/F-93, college: UCLA), on assignment from the San Antonio Spurs, chipped in a versatile 17 points, 10 rebounds and six assists. The Spurs were largely able to do whatever they wanted offensively, as they shot 49 percent from the field and turned the ball over only five times to the Drive's 18. These two teams have a rematch tomorrow night, February 7 at 8:30 p.m. Eastern, still in Austin.
Courtesy of: mlive.com


Warren Drops 40 Points in Bakersfield's Win - by Eurobasket News

T.J. Warren (6'8'-F-95, college: N.Carolina St.) scored 40 points (16/27 FGs) and grabbed eight rebounds in a 110-102 Bakersfield Jam (21-10) victory over the visiting Oklahoma City Blue (17-14). Bakersfield started the game on a 9-0 run and finished the opening period with a 28-15 advantage. In the first quarter, the Jam converted on 50.0 percent of their shots and held the Blue to just 28.0 percent shooting. Momentum swung over to Oklahoma City in the second period as they outscored the Jam 27-17 and trimmed Bakersfield's lead to just three points at the break (45-42). Both teams went back-and-forth in the third, keeping it a close game entering the final frame. With a 74-70 advantage to start the fourth, Bakersfield stretched their lead to as many as 11 points midway through the quarter and ultimately pulled away with the victory. Tyler Ennis (6'2'-G-94, college: Syracuse) had 20 points, six assists and five rebounds, while Joe Jackson (6'1'-G-92, college: Memphis) nearly finished the night with a triple-double off the bench (17 points, 9 assists, 8 rebounds, 3 steals). Jerel McNeal (6'3'-G-87, college: Marquette) posted 15 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals. Mac Koshwal notched a double-double with 10 points and 13 rebounds to go along with five steals. Oklahoma City was led by Marquis Teague (6'2'-PG-93, college: Kentucky) who posted 27 points, 10 assists and three blocks. Semaj Christon (6'3'-G-92, college: Xavier) scored 24 points and Josh Huestis recorded a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com


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  ESTONIA  

Standings - KML

Alexela KML Standings
 1. TU/Rock 20-5 
 2. Kalev/Cramo 17-2 
 3. Rapla 12-6 
 4. Tarvas 11-8 
 5. Parnu 8-11 
 6. Valga Kalev 6-9 
 7. TTU 6-14 
 8. TLU/Kalev 3-17 
 9. Audentese/N. 2-17 

Regular Season: Round 20

Feb. 6: TTU - Valga Kalev 84-89
Feb. 5: TLU/Kalev - TU/Rock 72-93
Feb. 6: Tarvas - Audentese/N. 101-73
Feb. 7: Parnu - Rapla


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Brandis RALEY-ROSS
  Tarvas
  (188-G-87)
  Avg: 21.1
 1. Raley-Ross, Tarvas21.1 
 2. Strupovics, Valga16.9 
 3. Aleksejevs, Valga16.4 
 4. Jarvelainen, TTU15.4 
 5. Tamm, TL.15.2 
 6. Post, Audentese/N.14.1 
 7. Sokk, Dynamo MO13.5 
 8. Grabauskas, TL.13.3 
 9. Rutkauskas, Parnu13.0 
 10. Krumins, Valga Ka.12.9 
Rebounds Per Game
 Jurijs ALEKSEJEVS
  Valga K.
  (202-C-85)
  Avg: 10
 1. Aleksejevs, Valga10.0 
 2. Talts, TU/Rock9.1 
 3. Rutkauskas, Parnu9.1 
 4. Grabauskas, TL.8.9 
 5. Puidet, TTU8.8 
 6. Soodla, Audentes.7.6 
 7. Haughton, Tarvas7.2 
 8. Krumins, Valga Kal.6.5 
 9. Raley-Ross, Tarvas6.5 
 10. Jarvelainen, TTU6.4 
Assists Per Game
 Sten-Timmu SOKK
  Dynamo MO
  (183-PG-89)
  Avg: 5.6
 1. Sokk, Dynamo MO5.6 
 2. Puidet, TTU4.6 
 3. Peciukeviciu., TU/.4.6 
 4. Dorbek, Kalev/Cr.4.2 
 5. Silavs, Parnu4.1 
 6. Laane, Rapla4.0 
 7. Raley-Ross, Tarvas3.9 
 8. Raap, Parnu3.5 
 9. Tamm, TL.3.3 
 10. Ezerskis, Rapla2.8 
Steals Per Game
 Martin DORBEK
  Kalev/Cr.
  (194-G-91)
  Avg: 2.6
 1. Dorbek, Kalev/Cr.2.6 
 2. Raley-Ross, Tarvas1.8 
 3. Leppik, Parnu1.7 
 4. Keedus, Kalev/Cr.1.5 
 5. Post, Audentese/N.1.5 
 6. Paiste, Tarvas1.5 
 7. Kaja, TTU1.5 
 8. Jarvelainen, TTU1.5 
 9. Akenparg, TTU1.4 
 10. Tamm, TL.1.3 
Blocks Per Game
 Ernestas EZERSKIS
  Rapla
  (192-PG-87)
  Avg: 1.4
 1. Ezerskis, Rapla1.4 
 2. Kupsas, Kalev/Cr.1.3 
 3. Talts, TU/Rock1.2 
 4. Peciukeviciu., TU/.0.8 
 5. Haughton, Tarvas0.8 
 6. Arnold, TTU0.8 
 7. Raadik, TTU0.8 
 8. Stumbris, Tarvas0.8 
 9. Petrukonis, TU/Ro.0.7 
 10. Hallik, Tarvas0.6 



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  EUROLEAGUE  

Standings

Euroleague Standings
Group E
 1 Maccabi T-A 5-1 
 2 Real Madrid 5-1 
 3 Panathinaikos 4-2 
 4 FC Barcelona 3-3 
 5 Zalgiris 2-4 
 6 Galatasaray 2-4 
 7 ALBA 2-4 
 8 Crvena Zvezda 1-5 
Group F
 1 Olympiacos 5-1 
 2 CSKA 5-1 
 3 Anadolu Efes 4-2 
 4 Fener.Ulker 4-2 
 5 Laboral Kutxa 2-4 
 6 N.Novgorod 2-4 
 7 EA7 Armani 1-5 
 8 Unicaja 1-5 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 6

E

Feb. 5: Real Madrid - FC Barcelona 97-73
Feb. 5: Galatasaray - Maccabi T-A 94-97 OT
Feb. 5: Crvena Zvezda - Zalgiris 68-70
Feb. 6: ALBA - Panathinaikos 59-65

F

Feb. 6: Fener.Ulker - Laboral Kutxa 91-90
Feb. 6: Unicaja - N.Novgorod 85-76
Feb. 5: Olympiacos - CSKA 84-76
Feb. 6: EA7 Armani - Anadolu Efes 71-73

Second Stage: Round 7

E

Feb. 12: Panathinaikos - Crvena Zvezda
Feb. 12: Maccabi T-A - ALBA
Feb. 12: FC Barcelona - Galatasaray
Feb. 12: Zalgiris - Real Madrid

F

Feb. 12: Laboral Kutxa - Unicaja
Feb. 12: Anadolu Efes - Fener.Ulker
Feb. 12: CSKA - EA7 Armani
Feb. 12: N.Novgorod - Olympiacos


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Taylor ROCHESTIE
  N.Nov.
  (185-PG-85)
  Avg: 19.9
 1. Rochestie, N.Nov.19.9 
 2. Goudelock, Fener.U.17.6 
 3. Teodosic, CSKA16.9 
 4. Erceg, Galatasaray16.7 
 5. Spanoulis, Olympia.16.2 
 6. Langford, Unics16.0 
 7. Smith, Maccabi T-A15.9 
 8. Marjanovic, Crvena15.7 
 9. Anderson, Zalgiris15.6 
 10. Kulig, PGE Turow15.2 
Rebounds Per Game
 Boban MARJANOVIC
  Crvena Z.
  (222-C-88)
  Avg: 9.9
 1. Marjanovic, Crvena9.9 
 2. Thompkins, N.Nov.8.1 
 3. Bryant, B.Muenchen7.7 
 4. Bjelica, Fener.Ulk.7.6 
 5. Tomic, FC Barce.7.4 
 6. Lawal, Banco d.7.3 
 7. Jankunas, Zalgiris7.1 
 8. Moerman, Limoges6.9 
 9. Parakhouski, N.Nov.6.8 
 10. Smith, Maccabi T.6.7 
Assists Per Game
 Milos TEODOSIC
  CSKA
  (195-PG-87)
  Avg: 7.3
 1. Teodosic, CSKA7.3 
 2. Williams, Crvena Z.6.5 
 3. Rochestie, N.Nov.6.4 
 4. Rodriguez, Real M.6.1 
 5. Pargo, Maccabi T-A6.0 
 6. Diamantidis, Panat.5.7 
 7. Heurtel, Anadolu5.7 
 8. Spanoulis, Olympia.5.3 
 9. Huertas, FC Barce.5.1 
 10. Llull, Real Madrid4.9 
Steals Per Game
 David LOGAN
  Banco di Srd
  (185-G-82)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. Logan, Banco di S.2.3 
 2. Gordic, Cedevita2.1 
 3. Fernandez, Real M.1.9 
 4. Curry, Limoges1.8 
 5. Westermann, Limog.1.7 
 6. Ohayon, Maccabi1.7 
 7. Dyson, Banco di S.1.7 
 8. Kinsey, N.Novgorod1.6 
 9. De Colo, CS.1.6 
 10. Randle, Maccabi1.5 
Blocks Per Game
 Artsiom PARAKHOUSKI
  N.Nov.
  (211-C-87)
  Avg: 2.1
 1. Parakhouski, N.Nov.2.1 
 2. Tyus, Maccabi T-A1.8 
 3. Begic, Laboral1.6 
 4. Fischer, Unics1.5 
 5. Lawal, Banco d.1.5 
 6. Vesely, Fener.Ulker1.4 
 7. Randle, Maccabi1.3 
 8. Dunston, Olymp.1.2 
 9. Javtokas, Zalgiris1.1 
 10. Hines, CSKA1.1 


Fernandez's 22 points and 9 rebounds give him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

29-year old Rudy Fernandez (197-SF-85) had an amazing evening in the last round for second-ranked Real Madrid and receives a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 6 (Top 16).
He had the game-high 22 points adding nine rebounds and five assists for Real Madrid in his team's victory, helping them to crush FC Barcelona (#4, 3-3) with 24-point margin 97-73. Real Madrid maintains the 2nd position in their group in Euroleague group E. They are still close to the very top. Real Madrid would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 5-1 record. In the team's last game Fernandez had a remarkable 85.7% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 6 attempts. He has many years of experience at Real Madrid, through which he has constantly improved. Rudy Fernandez averages this season 11.9ppg.

Second best performed player last round was Boban Marjanovic (222-C-88, agency: Beo Basket) of Crvena Zvezda. He is a center in his second season at Crvena Zvezda. In the last game Marjanovic recorded impressive double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds. Bad luck as Crvena Zvezda was edged by the higher-ranked Zalgiris (#5, 2-4) 70-68. This loss caused Crvena Zvezda to drop to 8th position in group E. 5 lost games are too many comparing to just one victory Crvena Zvezda managed to get this Second Stage. Marjanovic is well-known at Crvena Zvezda and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.7ppg (#8). He also registered 9.9 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Trey Thompkins (208-F-90) of N.Novgorod (#-2). Thompkins scored 27 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Thompkins' great performance N.Novgorod lost 76-85 to #-1 ranked Unicaja. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of N.Novgorod not to end season at such low position in group F, however are less than slim as they have already lost 4 games, recording just two victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Thompkins could try to bring N.Novgorod's a little bit higher in the standings. Thompkins has individually a great season in Euroleague. After 16 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.1rpg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Jayson Granger (188-PG-89) of Unicaja - 29 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Zoran Erceg (210-PF-85) of Galatasaray - 29 points and 7 rebounds
6. Nemanja Bjelica (209-SF-88) of Fener.Ulker - 14 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Sergio Rodriguez (191-PG-86) of Real Madrid - 23 points and 6 assists
8. Taylor Rochestie (185-PG-85) of N.Novgorod - 24 points and 6 assists
9. Fran Vazquez (209-C-83) of Unicaja - 14 points and 8 rebounds
10. Devin Smith (196-G/F-83) of Maccabi T-A - 24 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


Ergin Ataman says: Are Euroleague being managed according to Greek commentators's decisions? - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

The coach of Galatasaray LH Ergin Ataman (agency: Beo Basket ) made important statements to a TV sports programme.

He said: "Euroleague refree committee president Kostas Rigas sent me a message at night and told me that they will choose "Tyus's block" as th block of the night. Rigas added that he took Greek commentators's advice and the decision of the refree was true. I told him that I talked with Turkish Euroleague refrees and they mentioned that the decision was wrong. We made an arguement, his messages were still in my phone. Are Euroleague being managed according to Greek commentators's decisions? From now on Turgay Demirel should become a part of these activities. There will be a little chance for our team however the other Turkish teams can not be hard done by Euroleague anymore."


Recap of Round 6 of Top 16 - by Eurobasket News

Group E
ALBA - Panathinaikos 59-65

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Greek Panathinaikos (4-2) beat on the road 5th ranked German ALBA Berlin (2-4) 65-59 on Friday. ALBA Berlin was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Panathinaikos forced 22 ALBA Berlin turnovers. ALBA Berlin was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for forward Antonis Fotsis (209-81) who led his team to a victory with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Center Loukas Mavrokefalidis (207-84) contributed with 11 points for the winners. American swingman Reggie Redding (196-88, college: Villanova) replied with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Croatian power forward Leon Radosevic (208-90) added 9 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for ALBA Berlin. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending Greek champion maintains third position in Group E with 4-2 record behind leader Maccabi T-A. ALBA Berlin at the other side keeps the fifth place with four games lost. Panathinaikos will face bottom-ranked Crvena Zvezda (#8) in Beograd in the next round where they are favorite. ALBA Berlin will play on the road against the group's leader Maccabi T-A in Tel-Aviv and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Panathinaikos: L.Mavrokefalidis 11+4reb, D.Diamantidis 10+2reb+3ast, V.Jankovic 10+3reb+1ast, A.Fotsis 9+8reb+2ast, D.Nelson 6+3reb+2ast, E.Batista 6+4reb
ALBA: J.McLean 11+2reb, R.Redding 11+6reb+4ast, A.Renfroe 10+3reb+2ast, L.Radosevic 9+5reb+2ast, M.Banic 6+3reb, C.Hammonds 3
gschID: 366388


Real Madrid - FC Barcelona 97-73

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd ranked Regal FC Barcelona's (3-3) road loss to second ranked Real Madrid (5-1) 73-97 on Thursday. The game was mostly controlled by Real Madrid. Regal FC Barcelona was better in second period 17-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Real Madrid dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Regal FC Barcelona's 30 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. It was a good game for Rudy Fernandez (197-85) who led his team to a victory with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Sergio Rodriguez (191-86) contributed with 23 points and 6 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Five Real Madrid players scored in double figures. Croatian swingman Mario Hezonja (202-95) replied with 22 points and Croatian center Ante Tomic (217-87, agency: XL Basketball Agency) added 12 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Regal FC Barcelona. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Real Madrid keeps a position of Group E leader, which they share with Maccabi T-A. Defending Spanish champion Regal FC Barcelona dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. Real Madrid will face Zalgiris (#5) in Kaunas in the next round. Regal FC Barcelona will play at home against Galatasaray and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Real Madrid: S.Rodriguez 23+1reb+6ast, R.Fernandez 22+9reb+5ast, F.Reyes 14+6reb, S.Llull 11+1reb+4ast, G.Ayon 10+3reb+2ast, A.Nocioni 7+4reb
FC Barcelona: M.Hezonja 22+1reb+1ast, A.Tomic 12+6reb+2ast, J.Doellman 11+4reb+1ast, M.Huertas 8+3ast, E.Jackson 8+3reb+2ast, T.Satoransky 6+3reb+2ast
gschID: 366386


Crvena Zvezda - Zalgiris 68-70

Everything could happen in Beograd at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Lithuanian Zalgiris and 7th ranked Serbian Crvena Zvezda had identical 1-4 record. But Crvena Zvezda was not able to use a home court advantage and was edged by the opponent from Kaunas 70-68 on Thursday night. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning the initial quarter 20-13. But Crvena Zvezda won second period 21-19. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Zalgiris made 8 blocks. It was a good game for American James Anderson (198-89, college: Oklahoma St.) who led his team to a victory with 22 points and 5 rebounds. Paulius Jankunas (205-84) contributed with 11 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Center Boban Marjanovic (222-88, agency: Beo Basket) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and American guard Marcus Williams (191-85, college: Connecticut) added 9 points, 7 assists and 4 steals in the effort for Crvena Zvezda. Crvena Zvezda's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Defending Lithuanian champion (2-4) moved-up to fifth place in Group E, which they share with ALBA and Galatasaray. Crvena Zvezda at the other side dropped to the bottom position with five games lost. Zalgiris will face league's second-placed Real Madrid at home in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Crvena Zvezda will play against Panathinaikos (#3) in Athens and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Zalgiris: J.Anderson 22+5reb+1ast, P.Jankunas 11+8reb+1ast, A.Gudaitis 10+3reb, L.Lekavicius 8+5reb+3ast, E.Ulanovas 6+5reb+1ast, A.Milaknis 5+1reb+3ast
Crvena Zvezda: B.Marjanovic 17+10reb+2ast, J.Blazic 12+1reb+2ast, M.Williams 9+3reb+7ast, N.Kalinic 7+2reb+1ast, M.Zirbes 6+3reb+1ast, C.Jenkins 6+1reb+1ast
gschID: 366385


Galatasaray - Maccabi T-A 94-97 OT

Devin Smith (196-G/F-83, college: Virginia) nailed 24 points, issued 4 assists and grabbed 4 rebounds to lead Maccabi Tel-Aviv to the fifth straight victory in Top 16. The defending champions escaped with a narrow overtime win over Galatasaray. Jeremy Pargo (188-PG-86, college: Gonzaga) dropped 17 points including a late three-pointer in overtime that iced the victory for Maccabi. Zoran Erceg (210-PF-85) responded with 29 points and 7 rebounds for Galatasaray. Ender Arslan produced 20 points as the Turkish team fell at 2-4 record in Group E.
Top scorers:
Maccabi T-A: D.Smith 24+4reb+4ast, J.Pargo 17+5reb+3ast, S.Landesberg 14+2reb, S.Schortsanitis 12+1reb+1ast, B.Randle 8+5reb+2ast, Y.Ohayon 8+5reb+6ast
Galatasaray: Z.Erceg 29+7reb+1ast, E.Arslan 20+2reb+2ast, J.Carter 14+8reb+2ast, S.Guler 13+2reb+4ast, P.Young 11+6reb+1ast, M.Pocius 5+1reb+1ast
gschID: 366387


Group F
EA7 Armani - Anadolu Efes 71-73

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Italian Armani Milano (1-5) was edged at home by fourth ranked Turkish Anadolu Efes (4-2) 73-71 on Friday. Armani Milano was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Armani Milano was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for Greek Stratos Perperoglou (203-84) who led his team to a victory with 18 points and 5 rebounds. Serbian-Montenegrin power forward Milko Bjelica (205-84, agency: Beo Basket) contributed with 15 points for the winners. American-Italian guard Daniel Hackett (199-87, college: USC, agency: Two Points) replied with 18 points and 7 rebounds and American swingman MarShon Brooks (196-89, college: Providence) added 18 points in the effort for Armani Milano. Four Armani Milano players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Anadolu Efes moved-up to third place in Group F, which they share with Fener.Ulker. Armani Milano lost third consecutive game. Defending Italian champion dropped to the bottom position with five games lost. Anadolu Efes will face Fenerbahce Ulker (#4) in Istanbul in the next round. Armani Milano will play on the road against the group's second-placed CSKA (#2) in Moscow and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Anadolu Efes: S.Perperoglou 18+5reb, M.Bjelica 15+3reb+1ast, T.Heurtel 10+2reb+2ast, N.Krstic 8+3reb+2ast, C.Osman 5+1reb+1ast, D.Draper 5+4reb+2ast
EA7 Armani: D.Hackett 18+7reb+3ast, M.Brooks 18+4reb+3ast, S.Samuels 16+7reb, J.Ragland 14+2ast, T.Meacham 3+1reb, B.Cerella 2+2reb
gschID: 366391


Unicaja - N.Novgorod 85-76

There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Spanish Unicaja Malaga (1-5) defeated at home 5th ranked Russian BC Nizhny Novgorod (2-4) 85-76 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 5-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 85-76. Unicaja Malaga made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. BC Nizhny Novgorod was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for Uruguayan-Italian point guard Jayson Granger (188-89) who led his team to a victory with 29 points and 5 assists. American forward Caleb Green (203-85, college: ORU) contributed with 16 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Granger is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Unicaja Malaga players scored in double figures. American forward Trey Thompkins (208-90, college: Georgia) replied with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds and American-Montenegrin point guard Taylor Rochestie (185-85, college: Washington St.) added 24 points and 6 assists in the effort for BC Nizhny Novgorod. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Unicaja Malaga left bottom position moving up to seventh place in Group F, which they share with EA7 Armani. BC Nizhny Novgorod at the other side keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Unicaja Malaga will face higher ranked Laboral Kutxa (#5) in Vitoria in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. BC Nizhny Novgorod will play at home against Olympiacos where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Unicaja: J.Granger 29+3reb+5ast, C.Green 16+8reb+1ast, F.Vazquez 14+8reb+1ast, M.Kuzminskas 11+5reb+2ast, C.Suarez 6+3reb+1ast, K.Vasiliadis 5+2reb+1ast
N.Novgorod: T.Thompkins 27+13reb, T.Rochestie 24+1reb+6ast, A.Parakhouski 10+6reb+1ast, T.Kinsey 7+7reb+2ast, S.Antonov 5+1reb+2ast, E.Baburin 3+2reb
gschID: 366389


Fener.Ulker - Laboral Kutxa 91-90

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Spanish Laboral Kutxa's (2-4) road loss to fourth ranked Turkish Fenerbahce Ulker (4-2) in Istanbul 90-91 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 2-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 91-90. Fenerbahce Ulker dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Laboral Kutxa's 42. They outrebounded Laboral Kutxa 36-22 including a 27-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a good game for Serbian Nemanja Bjelica (209-88, agency: Interperformances) who saved his team from a defeat with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds. American guard Andrew Goudelock (190-88, college: Charleston) contributed with 19 points for the winners. Swingman Fernando San Emeterio (199-84) replied with 15 points and Latvian forward Davis Bertans (208-92) added 14 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Laboral Kutxa. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Fenerbahce Ulker have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending Turkish champion moved-up to third place in Group F, which they share with Anadolu Efes. Laboral Kutxa at the other side keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Fenerbahce Ulker will face Anadolu Efes (#3) in Istanbul in the next round. Laboral Kutxa will play at home against Unicaja Malaga.
Top scorers:
Fener.Ulker: A.Goudelock 19+2reb+2ast, N.Bjelica 14+15reb+2ast, E.Preldzic 13+3reb+4ast, J.Vesely 12+5reb+1ast, B.Bogdanovic 11+5reb+2ast, N.Zisis 7+1reb+4ast
Laboral Kutxa: F.San Emeterio 15+3reb+2ast, D.Bertans 14+5reb+1ast, M.James 14+4ast, T.Shengelia 11+2reb, D.Adams 10+1reb+6ast, C.Iverson 8+2reb
gschID: 366392


Olympiacos - CSKA 84-76

Euroleague round 6 caused change at the leadership position. First defeat of league's leader Russian CSKA (5-1) against second ranked Greek Olympiacos (5-1) 84-76 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the 15-game winning streak of CSKA. It was a key game for the top position in Group F. The hosts trailed by 6 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 6-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 84-76. 25 personal fouls committed by CSKA helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for Vassilis Spanoulis (193-82, agency: Beo Basket) who led his team to a victory with 19 points and 5 assists. American power forward Bryant Dunston (203-86) contributed with 5 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Serbian point guard Milos Teodosic (195-87) replied with 20 points and 4 assists and French Nando De Colo (196-87) added 13 points and 4 assists in the effort for CSKA. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Olympiacos keep a position of Group F leader, which they share with defeated CSKA. CSKA will play next round against Armani Milano trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Olympiacos will try to continue on its current victory against sixth ranked BC Nizhny Novgorod on the road.
Top scorers:
Olympiacos: V.Spanoulis 19+1reb+5ast, M.Lojeski 13+2reb+1ast, O.Hunter 12+5reb, G.Printezis 10+2reb, K.Sloukas 8+2ast, E.Mantzaris 7+1reb+1ast
CSKA: M.Teodosic 20+2reb+4ast, N.De Colo 13+3reb+4ast, K.Hines 12+3reb, V.Fridzon 10+2reb, M.Markoishvili 9+4reb+3ast, A.Vorontsevich 5+6reb+2ast
gschID: 366390



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  FINLAND  

Standings - Korisliiga

Korisliiga Standings
 1. KTP Basket 18-5 
 2. Kauhajoki 17-7 
 3. Kouvot 16-9 
 4. Nilan Bisons 15-9 
 5. Kataja Basket 14-9 
 6. Namika Lahti 13-12 
 7. Pyrinto 13-14 
 8. Helsinki Seagulls 10-16 
 9. Salon Vilpas 8-17 
 10. Lapua 6-19 
 11. Tapiolan Honka 6-19 

Regular Season: Round 23

Feb. 4: Kataja Basket - Nilan Bisons 95-83
Feb. 4: Salon Vilpas - Lapua 92-75
Feb. 4: Kouvot - Helsinki Seagulls 85-66
Feb. 6: Helsinki Seagulls - Pyrinto 72-75
Feb. 4: Tapiolan Honka - Namika Lahti 53-62

Regular Season: Round 24

Feb. 7: Kauhajoki - Kouvot
Feb. 7: Namika Lahti - Kataja Basket
Feb. 8: Tapiolan Honka - KTP Basket
Feb. 8: Pyrinto - Nilan Bisons


Stats Leaders - Korisliiga

Points Per Game
 Robert ARNOLD
  Kataja B.
  (198-F-88)
  Avg: 23.4
 1. Arnold, Kataja B.23.4 
 2. Pattillo, Salon V.20.0 
 3. Carter, Lapua19.6 
 4. Basabe, Helsin.19.0 
 5. Ulmer, KTP Basket18.1 
 6. Lehto, Pyrinto18.0 
 7. Walker, Salon Vilp.17.6 
 8. Jefferson, KTP B.17.5 
 9. Conley, Kouvot17.5 
 10. Ubilla, Tapiolan.17.0 
Rebounds Per Game
 Paul CARTER
  Lapua
  (204-F-87)
  Avg: 13.2
 1. Carter, Lapua13.2 
 2. Basabe, Helsin.12.6 
 3. Udanoh, Tapiolan.11.4 
 4. Williams, Pyrinto10.0 
 5. Kaunisto, Kouvot9.5 
 6. Wright, Namika Lah.9.4 
 7. Horton, Kataja B.9.4 
 8. Mangano, Kauhajoki9.0 
 9. Pattillo, Salon V.8.9 
 10. Ulmer, KTP Basket8.8 
Assists Per Game
 Teemu RANNIKKO
  Kataja B.
  (189-PG-80)
  Avg: 7.7
 1. Rannikko, Kataja B.7.7 
 2. Sarcevic, Kauhajoki5.4 
 3. Duncan, Salon Vilp.5.3 
 4. Johnson, Nilan Bis.4.9 
 5. Ubilla, Tapiolan.4.3 
 6. Seppala, Kouvot3.8 
 7. Vuori, Namika Lahti3.5 
 8. Nikkarinen, Nilan3.3 
 9. Williams, Pyrinto3.3 
 10. Arnold, Kataja B.3.2 
Steals Per Game
 Ike Joseph UDANOH
  Tapiolan.
  (203-PF-89)
  Avg: 2.2
 1. Udanoh, Tapiolan.2.2 
 2. Jefferson, KTP B.2.1 
 3. Pattillo, Salon V.2.1 
 4. Sarcevic, Kauhajoki1.9 
 5. Ulmer, KTP Basket1.8 
 6. Carter, Lapua1.8 
 7. Horton, Kataja B.1.7 
 8. Johnson, Nilan Bis.1.7 
 9. Williams, Pyrinto1.7 
 10. Walker, Salon Vil.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Tom KNIGHT
  Kataja B.
  (208-F-91)
  Avg: 2
 1. Knight, Kataja B.2.0 
 2. Nelson, Nilan Biso.1.6 
 3. Mangano, Kauhajoki1.4 
 4. Jones, U-Banca TR1.3 
 5. Horton, Kataja B.1.3 
 6. Williams, Pyrinto1.2 
 7. Madsen, Kouvot1.1 
 8. Basabe, Helsin.1.1 
 9. Simms, KTP Basket1.1 
 10. Lindbom, Helsin.1.0 


Standings - Division I

1st Standings
Division A
 1. UU-Korihait 21-1 
 2. BC Nokia 17-5 
 3. Oulun NMKY 14-8 
 4. Jarvenpaa 10-12 
 5. BC Jyvaskyla 10-13 
 6. LrNMKY 9-14 
 7. Porvoon Tarmo 9-14 
 8. FoKoPo 6-17 
 9. Pyrinto II 5-17 
Division B
 1. HBA-Marsky 15-1 
 2. PeU-Basket 12-4 
 3. Espoo Basket 9-6 
 4. Ura Basket 9-8 
 5. KaU Koris 7-9 
 6. Raholan Pyrkiva 6-10 
 7. Vaasan Salama 5-11 
 8. PuHu 1-15 

Regular Season: Round 18

Division A

Feb. 6: FoKoPo - Jarvenpaa 82-73
Feb. 6: BC Jyvaskyla - Oulun NMKY 73-62
Feb. 6: BC Nokia - LrNMKY 100-69
Feb. 6: Porvoon Tarmo - UU-Korihait
Feb. 7: LrNMKY - Oulun NMKY
Feb. 8: UU-Korihait - BC Jyvaskyla
Feb. 8: Jarvenpaa - BC Nokia
Feb. 9: Pyrinto II - Porvoon Tarmo

Division B

Feb. 5: Ura Basket - HBA-Marsky 66-106
Feb. 8: PuHu - PeU-Basket
Feb. 8: KaU Koris - Espoo Basket
Feb. 8: Vaasan Salama - Raholan Pyrkiva


Stats Leaders - Division I

Points Per Game
 Paul HARRISON
  PeU-B.
  (203-C-89)
  Avg: 25.3
 1. Harrison, PeU-B.25.3 
 2. Jallow, Jarvenpaa25.2 
 3. Hill, Oulun N.23.9 
 4. Jackson, Pyrinto22.8 
 5. Coleman, KaU Koris21.1 
 6. Roseboro, FoKoPo20.5 
 7. Graham, Huima20.5 
 8. Wright, Oulun N.20.4 
 9. Carter, LrNM.20.1 
 10. Kennedy, Porvoon19.5 
Rebounds Per Game
 Marcus VAN
  UU-Korihait
  (201-F/C-87)
  Avg: 15.4
 1. Van, UU-Korihait15.4 
 2. Jallow, Jarvenpaa14.7 
 3. Coleman, KaU Koris14.5 
 4. Roseboro, FoKoPo14.4 
 5. Young, BC Jyvasky.13.1 
 6. Harrison, PeU-B.12.3 
 7. Carter, LrNM.11.5 
 8. Young, Porvoon9.9 
 9. Ritanotko, Ura B.9.5 
 10. Towa, Jarvenpaa9.5 
Assists Per Game
 Mark HILL
  Oulun N.
  (180-PG-87)
  Avg: 5.9
 1. Hill, Oulun N.5.9 
 2. Jalonen, UU-Korih.5.0 
 3. Conerly, LrNM.4.1 
 4. Shchepkin, Rahola.3.9 
 5. Juvonen, BC Jyvas.3.8 
 6. Kivimaki, KaU K.3.7 
 7. McEachin, BC Jyva.3.5 
 8. Stewart, FoKoPo3.5 
 9. Harrison, PeU-B.3.4 
 10. Savolainen, PeU-B.3.1 
Steals Per Game
 Harold AIDOO
  HBA-Marsky
  (179-PG-96)
  Avg: 2.6
 1. Aidoo, HBA-Marsky2.6 
 2. McEachin, BC Jyva.2.5 
 3. Suomi, Ura Basket2.3 
 4. Kennedy, Porvoon2.2 
 5. Wright, Oulun N.2.1 
 6. Chambers, Vaasan2.1 
 7. Jallow, Jarvenpaa2.0 
 8. Stewart, FoKoPo2.0 
 9. Moore, UU-Korihait2.0 
 10. Laine, Ura Basket1.9 
Blocks Per Game
 Samuli NIEMINEN
  HBA-M.
  (201-SF-96)
  Avg: 1.8
 1. Nieminen, HBA-M.1.8 
 2. Young, BC Jyvasky.1.8 
 3. Young, Porvoon1.5 
 4. Van, UU-Korihait1.4 
 5. Jallow, Jarvenpaa1.3 
 6. Jones, FoKoPo1.2 
 7. Roseboro, FoKoPo1.1 
 8. Harrison, PeU-B.1.0 
 9. Coleman, KaU Koris0.9 
 10. Baker, Oulun N.0.9 


KORISLIIGA: Pyrinto winning in Helsinki - by Rauno Hurmalainen

Korisliiga, round 27: Pyrinto (Tampere) visiting Helsinki tonight and taking the third victory on the road this season. Hosting Seagulls had a great chance to make this contest an OT game, but American sharpshooter Justin Stommes (200-G/F-88, college: E.Kentucky) missed his 3-pointer at the buzzer. So, Pyrinto winning 72-75 (42-32). Quarters: 23-19, 19-13, 12-20, 18-23.
There were eight lead changes and eight ties, when Seagulls winning the rebounds 53-38, but having then 18 turnovers. Seagulls (10-16) had 20 FTs (16 made), but Pyrinto (13-14) had only two FTs in this game (one made). Melsahn Basabe (201-PF-92, college: Iowa) led Seagulls with a double-double 19pts/13rbs. Stommes was 2/9 from downtown. Will Harris (197-F/G-86, college: Albany) and Antero Lehto (185-PG-84) combined 39 points for visitor Pyrinto.
Seagulls - Pyrinto 72-75 (42-32). (Melsahn Basabe 19/13, Carl Lindbom 18/14, Justin Stommes 10/5a - Will Harris 21/7, Antero Lehto 18/4a, Bryan Hopkins 11/5a. A: 924).

In Division 1 A three contests tonight. BC Nokia crushed YMCA Lappeenranta 100-69 (56-43). The hosts had seven players in double figures. Joni Harjula (189-G-83) led BC Nokia (17-5) with 18 points. Antwan Carter (198-C, college: Longwood) led YMCA LPR with 17pts. HoNsU Basket (Jyvaskyla) beat YMCA Oulu 73-62 (35-25). HoNsU Basket was 3/27 (11%) from beyond the arc, but YMCA Oulu had correspondingly 25 turnovers. Rickey Young (205-F/C-90, college: W.Virginia Tech) leading HoNsU Basket (10-13) with a double-double 16pts/12rbs. Melvin Baker (200-F-89, college: Austin Peay St.) led YMCA Oulu (14-8) with 18 points. And FoKoPo (Forssa) defeated JKS (Jarvenpaa) 82-73 (45-33). Jamie Stewart (193-G-91, college: Montana St.) led FoKoPo (6-17) with 20 points. Brett Roseboro (208-F-91, college: UMBC) grabbed 20 rebounds. Newcomer Jarno Nissinen (195-F-77) had 7pts/4rbs in 23:37 minutes. Teemu Sulonen (188-G/F-94) led JKS (10-12) with 14pts.



Tapiolan Honka signs Greg Logins, ex Fukuoka Rizing - by Greg

Tapiolan Honka (Korisliiga) signed 27-year old American forward Greg Logins (203-105kg-88, college: Canisius). The contract was signed for the reminder of the season. Greg started the season at Fukuoka Rizing in Japanese BJ League. In 30 games he had 9.8ppg, 6.4rpg and 1.4apg. Player is well known in Finland as the last season he played at Lappeenranta NMKY. In 44 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.6ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.2apg and 1.1spg.
Logins has played previously professionally in Mexico (Barreteros) and Morocco (IRT Tanger).
He attended Canisius College until 2011 and it is his fourth season as a professional player.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Monthey lands Cory Johnson - by Luca Maffioli

BBC Monthey (LNA) landed 27-year old American forward Cory Johnson (200-105kg-88, college: Valparaiso). He played recently at Lapuan Korikobrat in Finnish Korisliiga and he replaces Darryl Webb (198-F-88, college: Indiana, PA). In two games he averaged impressive 15.5ppg, 7.5rpg, 1.0apg and 1.0spg this season. Johnson also played at KTP-Basket (Korisliiga) in Finland earlier that season. In only one game he had very remarkable stats: 16 points and 6 rebounds. He also played 5 games in EuroChallenge where he had 4.0ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.0apg. The last season Johnson played at SAM Basket Massagno. In 25 games he had high stats: 20.3ppg, 6.4rpg, 2.0apg and 1.0spg. It was a very successful season in his career as he was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss LNA 3rd Team.
The previous (12-13) season Johnson played at Leyma Basquet (LEB Gold) in Spanish league. In 27 games he had 4.5ppg and 2.9rpg in 2012-13 season. The most of previous (11-12) season he spent at UU-Korihait (Korisliiga) in Finnish league. In 29 games he had high stats: 16.8ppg, 5.9rpg, 1.3apg and 1.0spg in 2011-12 season. The other team Johnson played that season for was WCAA Giants Bergen op Zoom (Eredivisie) in Dutch league. In 29 games he had high stats: 16.8ppg, 5.9rpg and 1.3apg in 2011-12 season. His team made it to the Horizon League Tournament Semifinals in 2011.
Johnson graduated from Valparaiso University in 2011 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  FRANCE  

Standings - ProB

ProB Standings
 1. Hyeres-Toulon 16-3 
 2. Antibes 13-6 
 3. Denain 13-6 
 4. Roanne 13-6 
 5. Monaco 12-5 
 6. Boulazac 12-6 
 7. Orchy 11-8 
 8. Le Portel 10-9 
 9. St Quentin 9-10 
 10. Nantes 9-10 
 11. Evreux 9-10 
 12. Poitiers 7-11 
 13. Lille 7-11 
 14. Fos Ouest 7-12 
 15. Charleville 7-12 
 16. Souffel 6-13 
 17. Maurienne 5-14 
 18. Angers BC 2-16 

Regular Season: Round 19

Feb. 6: Fos Ouest - Denain 91-92
Feb. 6: Hyeres-Toulon - Orchy 84-73
Feb. 6: Le Portel - Nantes 84-67
Feb. 6: Charleville - Antibes 83-89
Feb. 6: Souffel - Maurienne 77-68
Feb. 6: Evreux - St Quentin 71-77
Feb. 6: Roanne - Boulazac 68-63
Feb. 7: Monaco - Angers BC
Feb. 7: Poitiers - Lille


Stats Leaders - ProB

Points Per Game
 Ivan ALMEIDA
  Lille
  (198-SF-89)
  Avg: 18.8
 1. Almeida, Lille18.8 
 2. Smith, St Quentin17.5 
 3. Blue, Antibes17.5 
 4. Gardner, Hyeres-T.16.6 
 5. Fitzgerald, Poitie.16.4 
 6. Spain, Hyeres-T.16.2 
 7. Durham, Nantes16.1 
 8. Davis, Souffel16.1 
 9. Siggers, St Quentin15.8 
 10. Alexander, Orchy15.7 
Rebounds Per Game
 Tim BLUE
  Antibes
  (205-PF-84)
  Avg: 9.1
 1. Blue, Antibes9.1 
 2. Donaldson, Le Po.8.9 
 3. Durham, Nantes8.8 
 4. Daniels, Orchy8.3 
 5. Thondique, Angers8.2 
 6. Dinal, Souffel7.8 
 7. Jackson, Roanne7.8 
 8. Spain, Hyeres-T.7.8 
 9. Pratt, Charleville7.4 
 10. Gardner, Hyeres-T.7.2 
Assists Per Game
 Edouard CHOQUET
  Fos Ouest
  (188-G-88)
  Avg: 5.4
 1. Choquet, Fos Ouest5.4 
 2. Julien, Hyeres-Tou.5.1 
 3. Young, Roanne4.6 
 4. Mangin, Le Portel4.6 
 5. Mokongo, Monaco4.5 
 6. Poupet, Orchy4.4 
 7. Leon, Maurienne4.0 
 8. Solomon, Antibes3.9 
 9. Ona-Embo, Poitiers3.9 
 10. Calvez, Nantes3.6 
Steals Per Game
 Andre YOUNG
  Roanne
  (175-PG-90)
  Avg: 2.8
 1. Young, Roanne2.8 
 2. Broussard, Fos O.2.4 
 3. Mels, Orchy2.4 
 4. Poupet, Orchy2.2 
 5. Solomon, Antibes2.2 
 6. Houmounou, Boula.2.2 
 7. Almeida, Lille2.1 
 8. Coleman, Le Portel2.1 
 9. Daniels, Orchy1.8 
 10. Relphorde, Nantes1.8 
Blocks Per Game
 Tim BLUE
  Antibes
  (205-PF-84)
  Avg: 1.5
 1. Blue, Antibes1.5 
 2. Fall, Monaco1.3 
 3. Traore, Lille1.2 
 4. Diarra, Souffel1.1 
 5. Jackson, Roanne1.1 
 6. Boutsiele, Denain1.0 
 7. Gay, St Quentin1.0 
 8. Donaldson, Le Po.0.9 
 9. Akpomedah, Monaco0.9 
 10. Warren, Nantes0.9 


Standings - N1

NM1 Standings
 1. St Chamond 15-3 
 2. Blois 12-5 
 3. Vichy 12-6 
 4. Lourdes 11-6 
 5. St Vallier 11-7 
 6. Bordeaux 11-9 
 7. Challans 10-8 
 8. Chartres 10-8 
 9. Rueil 10-8 
 10. GET Vosges 10-9 
 11. La Rochelle 9-8 
 12. Mulhouse 7-11 
 13. Avignon-Sorgues 6-12 
 14. Cognac 5-12 
 15. Quimper 5-14 
 16. CFBB 0-18 

Regular Season: Round 21

Feb. 6: Bordeaux - CFBB 96-70
Feb. 6: GET Vosges - Rueil 65-83
Feb. 7: Blois - Lourdes
Feb. 7: Mulhouse - Challans
Feb. 7: Chartres - Cognac
Feb. 7: St Vallier - St Chamond
Feb. 7: Quimper - Vichy
Feb. 7: Avignon-Sorgues - La Rochelle


Stats Leaders - N1

Points Per Game
 Benjamin SMITH
  Rueil
  (178-PG-87)
  Avg: 17.7
 1. Smith, Rueil17.7 
 2. Cole, La Rochelle16.6 
 3. Creekmore, Quimper16.4 
 4. Pridotkas, Chartres15.8 
 5. Gombauld, CFBB14.8 
 6. Toney, Avignon-.14.8 
 7. Disy, St Vallier14.6 
 8. Cunningham, St Va.14.6 
 9. Williams, Vichy14.6 
 10. Robertson, Cognac14.3 
Rebounds Per Game
 Will CREEKMORE
  Quimper
  (205-C-89)
  Avg: 9.4
 1. Creekmore, Quimper9.4 
 2. Kitts, Mulhouse8.2 
 3. Diame, Rueil8.2 
 4. Simmons, Challans7.8 
 5. Toney, Avignon-.7.6 
 6. Paumier, St Ch.7.6 
 7. Pridotkas, Chartres7.5 
 8. Brown, Blois7.5 
 9. Cunningham, St Va.7.3 
 10. Davis, Chartres7.1 
Assists Per Game
 Faycal SAHRAOUI
  La Rochelle
  (186-G-79)
  Avg: 7
 1. Sahraoui, La Roche.7.0 
 2. Dalmeida, Lourdes5.8 
 3. Smith, Rueil4.9 
 4. Staelens, Quimper4.9 
 5. Guichard, St Ch.4.8 
 6. Darrigand, Bordeaux4.7 
 7. Choplin, Cognac4.3 
 8. Bichard, Rueil4.3 
 9. Karaibrahimo., Avi.4.3 
 10. Hillotte, Rueil3.9 
Steals Per Game
 Luc LOUBAKI
  CFBB
  (191-G-97)
  Avg: 2.4
 1. Loubaki, CFBB2.4 
 2. Freeman, Lourdes2.1 
 3. Pistre, Chartres2.1 
 4. Sahraoui, La Roche.2.0 
 5. Bichard, Rueil2.0 
 6. Williams, Vichy1.8 
 7. El Amrani, Vichy1.8 
 8. Temgoua, Bordeaux1.7 
 9. Sadiku, GET Vosges1.7 
 10. Tchouaffe, CFBB1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Adrian FORBES
  Cognac
  (211-F/C-88)
  Avg: 2.1
 1. Forbes, Cognac2.1 
 2. Jeanne, CFBB1.5 
 3. Diame, Rueil1.4 
 4. Rinna, St Chamond1.3 
 5. Paumier, St Ch.1.1 
 6. Kitts, Mulhouse1.0 
 7. Davis, Chartres0.9 
 8. Gombauld, CFBB0.8 
 9. Robertson, Cognac0.8 
 10. Toney, Avignon-.0.7 


Kim English (ex Cholet) signs at Guaros - by Eurobasket News

Guaros de Lara (LPB) landed 27-year old American swingman Kim English (200-91kg-88, college: Missouri). He played recently at Cholet Basket in French ProA. In 5 games he averaged 9.4ppg, 2.8rpg and 3.6apg this season. English also played at Sluc Nancy (ProA) in France that season. In four games he had 9.3ppg, 1.8rpg and 1.3apg. He also played 5 games in Eurocup where he had 5.0ppg and 1.4rpg. English also spent pre-season at the Bulls in NBA that year. The most of last season he spent at Chorale de Roanne (ProA) in French league. In 22 games he had 11.2ppg, 2.4rpg and 1.9apg. The other team English played shortly was Mens Sana 1871 Siena (A2 Silver) in Italian league. In 5 games he had 8.6ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.4apg. He also played 4 games in Euroleague where he had 7.5ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.0apg.
The previous (12-13) season English played at the Pistons in NBA. In 41 games he had just 2.9ppg in 2012-13 season.
Three years ago he was drafted by Drafted by? Detroit Pistons (NBA) in second round (44th overall). English attended University of Missouri and it will be his third season in pro basketball.
Among other achievements his team won Italian Supercup in 2014. English received also NABC Division I All-District 8 2nd Team award back in 2012 at his college time.
English has played previously professionally in Italy (Montepaschi Siena) and D-League (Fort Wayne Mad Ants).
His game is described as: (by Jonathan Wasserman for NBADraft.net in 2012)
English is an intelligent, 6'5 off-guard who has dramatically improved upon his core strengths as a senior ... One of Kim's most under-valued strengths is his recognition of open space ... His awareness off the ball allows him to occupy the spot on the perimeter that provides him with maximum room and minimal contest in catch and release situations. Physically, English has a skinny frame and underwhelming strength/explosiveness for a shooting guard ... Lacks the length that helps shooting 2s get cleans looks while being defended.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Evtimov comes back to Levski Sofia, ex Orchy - by Eurobasket News

BC Levski Sofia (NBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 38-year old former French international power forward Vassil Evtimov (208-121kg-77, college: N.Carolina). It is actually his comeback to Sofia as he played here before. Evtimov has a double citizenship as he also holds Bulgarian passport. Evtimov played most recently at Orchy in French ProB. In 28 games he recorded 3.6ppg, 5.6rpg and 1.0apg last season. The most of previous (2012-13) season he spent at Limoges CSP Elite (ProA) in French league. But in 12 games he averaged just 0.8ppg and 1.1rpg in 2012-13 season. Evtimov also spent pre-season at Levski Sofia that year.
Among other achievements he played in the final of Bulgarian League in 2012. Evtimov received also Eurobasket.com All-Bulgarian League 2nd Team award back in 2012. Strangely he also played for Bulgarian National Team in 2009. Evtimov represented Bulgaria at the European Championships in Poland six years ago. His stats at that event were 3 games: 4.0ppg, 8.7rpg, 2.0spg.
Evtimov is a very experienced player. He has played also in Cyprus (Proteas Danoi AEL Limassol), Germany (Mitteldeutscher BC), Greece (Panionios), Italy (Eternedile Bologna), Russia, Slovenia, Spain (Blancos de Rueda), Ukraine (Khimik).
It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Levski Sofia.
Evtimov attended University of North Carolina until 1999 and it will be his 16th (!!!) season in pro basketball.
The scouts decsribe him following way: Father: Ilia (played 250 games for the BUL NT), mother: French
Vas was married September 16, 1999 in Greece to the former Mary-Martha Cooke, an American, whom he met at the University of North Carolina.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  GEORGIA  

Highest League Standing

Superleague Standings
 1. Dinamo Tbilisi 7-1 
 2. Kutaisi 6-2 
 3. Rustavi 5-2 
 4. MIA Academy 5-2 
 5. Batumi 3-5 
 6. Olimpi 2-6 
 7. Mgzavrebi 1-6 
 8. Sokhumi 1-6 

Regular Season: Round 8

Feb. 6: Kutaisi - Olimpi 83-77
Feb. 6: Batumi - Dinamo Tbilisi 73-87
Feb. 7: MIA Academy - Mgzavrebi
Feb. 7: Rustavi - Sokhumi


Geogian Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Besik LEZHAVA
  Dinamo T.
  (192-SG-86)
  Avg: 21
 1. Lezhava, Dinamo T.21.0 
 2. Dvalishvili, Rusta.20.1 
 3. Sharabidze, MIA A.17.8 
 4. Chlaidze, Sokhumi17.2 
 5. Tchotchua, Rustavi16.9 
 6. Bokolishvili, Mgza.16.1 
 7. Pelcher, Batumi15.4 
 8. Londaridze, Dinamo15.3 
 9. Tsivtsivadze, MIA15.1 
 10. Tsekvava, Rustavi15.1 
Rebounds Per Game
 Akaki DVALISHVILI
  Rustavi
  (206-PF-91)
  Avg: 13.9
 1. Dvalishvili, Rusta.13.9 
 2. Pelcher, Batumi13.1 
 3. Londaridze, Dinamo9.5 
 4. Matiashvili, Dinam.9.2 
 5. Sharabidze, MIA A.8.3 
 6. Machaladze, Olimpi7.3 
 7. Humes, Rustavi7.0 
 8. Lominashvili, Kuta.6.9 
 9. Shvangiradze, Sokh.6.7 
 10. Maisuradze, Mgzav.6.6 
Assists Per Game
 Giorgi GAMQRELIDZE
  Dinamo T.
  (183-PG-86)
  Avg: 9.8
 1. Gamqrelidze, Dinam.9.8 
 2. Mikeladze, Batumi6.8 
 3. Tsivtsivadze, MIA6.0 
 4. Pashaev, Kutaisi6.0 
 5. Tsekvava, Rustavi4.9 
 6. Kvimsadze, Kutaisi3.9 
 7. Dvalishvili, Rusta.3.7 
 8. Parghalava, Sokhu.3.7 
 9. Abuladze, Olimpi3.6 
 10. Gogodze, Olimpi3.4 
Steals Per Game
 Nick KELLOGG
  Batumi
  (190-SG-91)
  Avg: 2.9
 1. Kellogg, Batumi2.9 
 2. Rogava, MIA A.2.9 
 3. Mikeladze, Batumi2.6 
 4. Dvalishvili, Rusta.2.3 
 5. Barbakadze, Kutaisi2.1 
 6. Chikviladze, MIA A.2.0 
 7. Gogodze, Olimpi1.9 
 8. Machaladze, Olimpi1.9 
 9. Tomaradze, Olimpi1.7 
 10. Grdzelidze, Kutai.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Akaki DVALISHVILI
  Rustavi
  (206-PF-91)
  Avg: 1.6
 1. Dvalishvili, Rusta.1.6 
 2. Pelcher, Batumi1.5 
 3. Sharabidze, MIA A.1.2 
 4. Bekauri, Kutaisi1.0 
 5. Baqradze, Olimpi1.0 
 6. Alkhanaidze, Olimpi0.9 
 7. Tenieshvili, Batumi0.9 
 8. Matiashvili, Dinam.0.8 
 9. Tchotchua, Rustavi0.7 
 10. Mirziashvili, Oli.0.7 


Tsirekidze comes back to Olimpi - by Eurobasket News

Olimpi Tbilisi (Superleague) strengthened their roster with addition of 21-year old power forward Giorgi Tsirekidze (204-94). It is actually his comeback to Tbilisi as he played here before. Tsirekidze started the season at Kutaisi Kutaisi (Superleague). In 7 games he recorded 3.1ppg and 2.3rpg this season. The last season he played also at Kutaisi. But in 23 games he averaged just 1.0ppg and 2.1rpg. He helped them to win the cup and make to league final. Tsirekidze represented Georgia at the European Championships U20 Division B in Sarajevo (Bosnia) last year. His stats at that event were 8 games: 2.9ppg, 3.3rpg.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Olimpi inks Denis Noskov, ex BC Odessa - by Eurobasket News

Olimpi Tbilisi (Superleague) agreed terms with 25-year old Ukrainian swingman Denis Noskov (202-90kg-90). He played recently at BC Odessa in Ukrainian Superleague, but left the team last month. In 16 games he had 12.8ppg, 5.7rpg, 2.1apg and 1.6spg this season. The last season Noskov played also at BC Odessa in Superleague. In 28 games he recorded 5.4ppg, 3.8rpg, 1.6apg and 1.0spg. He represented Ukraine at the European Championships U20 in Croatia five years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 10.5ppg, 4.2rpg, 2.2apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 46.4%, 3PT: 47.4%, FT: 55.6%.
Noskov has played also professionally for other Ukrainian teams like BC Kyiv and Azovmash.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  GERMANY  

Standings - 1. Bundesliga

BBL Standings
 1. ALBA 19-1 
 2. Brose Bask. 17-3 
 3. B.Muenchen 16-4 
 4. Ratiopharm 13-7 
 5. Telekom Bsk 12-8 
 6. EWE Baskets 11-8 
 7. Braunschweig 10-10 
 8. Art.Dragons 10-10 
 9. Goettingen 10-10 
 10. Ludwigsburg 9-11 
 11. Fraport SKY 9-11 
 12. Phoenix Hagen 8-12 
 13. Bayreuth 8-12 
 14. MBC 7-12 
 15. TBB Trier 7-14 
 16. Walter Tigers 6-14 
 17. Bremerhaven 5-15 
 18. Crailsheim 3-18 

Regular Season: Round 21

Feb. 6: TBB Trier - Crailsheim 67-82
Feb. 7: Goettingen - Phoenix Hagen
Feb. 7: MBC - Braunschweig
Feb. 7: Bayreuth - Ratiopharm
Feb. 7: Art.Dragons - Telekom Bsk
Feb. 7: EWE Baskets - Ludwigsburg
Feb. 8: Bremerhaven - Brose Bask.
Feb. 8: Fraport SKY - ALBA
Feb. 8: Walter Tigers - B.Muenchen


Stats Leaders - 1.Bundesliga

Points Per Game
 David BELL
  Phoenix Hagen
  (187-PG-81)
  Avg: 16.5
 1. Bell, Phoenix Hagen16.5 
 2. Morgan, Goettingen15.8 
 3. Ware, EWE Baskets15.7 
 4. Chubb, EWE Baskets15.2 
 5. McCrea, Bayreuth15.1 
 6. Thompson, Brose B.15.0 
 7. Johnson, Ludwigsb.15.0 
 8. Wanamaker, Brose B.14.8 
 9. McLean, AL.14.6 
 10. Djedovic, B.Mue.14.5 
Rebounds Per Game
 Jon BROCKMAN
  Ludwigsb.
  (201-F-87)
  Avg: 10.1
 1. Brockman, Ludwigsb.10.1 
 2. Bryant, B.Muenchen8.2 
 3. Searcy, Bremerha.8.2 
 4. Clyburn, Ratio.7.5 
 5. Rubit, Walter Tige.7.1 
 6. McLean, AL.7.1 
 7. Pantelic, MBC6.7 
 8. Ramsey, Phoenix6.6 
 9. Ohlbrecht, Ratio.6.4 
 10. Abromaitis, Braun.6.3 
Assists Per Game
 Branislav RATKOVICA
  Walter T.
  (192-G-85)
  Avg: 6.6
 1. Ratkovica, Walter6.6 
 2. Williams, Bremerha.6.2 
 3. Joyce, Braunsch.6.1 
 4. Holston, Art.Drag.5.9 
 5. El-Amin, Goettingen5.6 
 6. Lawrence, Telekom5.4 
 7. Wanamaker, Brose B.5.2 
 8. Ruoff, Goettingen5.1 
 9. Guenther, Ratio.4.9 
 10. Renfroe, ALBA4.9 
Steals Per Game
 TreVon HUGHES
  Bayreuth
  (184-PG-87)
  Avg: 2.2
 1. Hughes, Bayreuth2.2 
 2. Mosley, Crailsheim1.8 
 3. Williams, Bremerha.1.8 
 4. Godbold, Goetting.1.8 
 5. Abromaitis, Brauns.1.6 
 6. Caloiaro, Telekom1.6 
 7. Bell, Phoenix Hagen1.5 
 8. Gordon, Phoenix1.5 
 9. Nixon, Phoenix1.4 
 10. Redding, ALBA1.3 
Blocks Per Game
 Djordje PANTELIC
  MBC
  (204-F/C-84)
  Avg: 2.1
 1. Pantelic, MBC2.1 
 2. Chikoko, TBB Trier1.6 
 3. Ohlbrecht, Ratio.1.5 
 4. Theis, Brose Bask.1.4 
 5. Mbakwe, Brose B.1.3 
 6. Ramsey, Phoenix1.1 
 7. Bryant, B.Muenchen1.1 
 8. Klimavicius, Telek.1.1 
 9. King, Art.Dragons1.0 
 10. Barthel, Fraport0.9 


The Crailsheim Merlins Officially Add Walter Lemon - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Beko BBL team Crailsheim Merlins have officially landed Walter Lemon Jr. (190-G-92, agency: N.E.T., college: Bradley) The Merlins have only won two games and are hoping for a second half run and with Lemon have a guy that brings strong offensive qualities as well as on the defensive end. Lemon is a 22 year old 190cm guard from Chicago that is a rookie and played with Egis Kormend (Hungary-A Division). He had strong stats there averaging 18,6ppg, 3,5rpg and 3,6apg in 12 games. He also had a good Eurochallenge campaign averaging 13,0ppg, 2,8rpg and 3,8apg in six games. "His indiviiiiidual abilities convinced us. He gave us the feeling that he really wanted this job", added Ingo Enskat. He started his basketball career at Bradley in 2010 playing a total of 127 NCAA games until 2014 and as a senior played Bradley (NCAA, starting five): 32 games: 18.0ppg, 3.1rpg, 3.9apg, 2.4spg, FGP: 45.8%, 3PT: 29.0%, FT: 74.6%. Awards and achievements in his basketball career have been All-MVC 2nd Team -13, 14, MVC All-Defensive Team -13, 14, NABC Division I All-District 16 1st Team -13, All-MVC Scholar-Athlete of the Year -14, All-MVC Scholar-Athlete 1st Team -14, and NABC Division I All-District 16 2nd Team -14.

Source: Crailsheim Merlins


Jamel Mclean (Alba Berlin) Has Matured Into A Consistent Euroleague Player - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber



For some guys reaching the big show goes faster than for others as former Xavier (NCAA) players Jordan Crawford and Derrick Brown experienced as they reached the NBA right out of school. Crawford played for years in the NBA with teams like Atlanta Hawks, Washington Wizzards, Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors before moving to China this season racking in the big bucks while Derrick Brown played three seasons for the Charlotte Bobcats before moving to Russia last season balling for Lokomotiv Kuban. For a guy like Jamel McLean (203-F-88, agency: Beo Basket, college: Xavier) of Xavier (NCAA) like his former teammate Kenny Frease, their resumes haven't had any NBA teams listed, but instead they have made a steady progress in Europe. Mclean is a 26 year old 203cm forward/center from Brooklyn that is playing his fourth professional season. At Xavier, he played three seasons after playing as a freshman at Tulsa (NCAA) and had solid stats reaching an NCAA Sweet 16 in 201 and as a senior played 31 games averaging 10.6ppg, 8.4rpg, FGP: 53.9%, FT: 61.2%. In 2011-2012 he started his professional basketball career and made the trek over the pond and played for Stella Artois Leuven Bears (Belgium-D1) playing 36 games averaging 9.3ppg, 6.8rpg, FGP: 51.5%, 3PT: 18.2%, FT: 62.8%. In his second season he started the season with Telenet Oostende (Belgium-Ethias League) and in January 2013 moved to the Telekom Baskets Bonn playing 21 games averaging 13.7ppg, 6.2rpg, 1.3apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 59.3%, FT: 65.9%, 6.6rpg, 1.0spg, FGP: 58.6%, FT: 69.6%. In his second season in Bonn he continued to develop while having to play center playing Eurocup playing 10 games averaging 15.5ppg, 6.7rpg, FGP: 53.6%, FT: 77.3%. In the German League the American played 38 games averaging 13.2ppg, Reb-1 (7.7rpg), 1.2apg, FGP: 56.9%, 3PT: 21.1%, FT: 69.8%. In these one an dhalf seasons, Mclean made a huge jump in his play and 8 time Beko BBL club Alba Berlin recognized his potential and talent and hauled him in for this season. In Bonn, Mclean was able to progress further under the guidance of then head coach Michael Koch. 'My Bonn time was great for my development. My first coach Michael Koch just let me play my game which really built my confidence. Last year I had to be an undersized five man and this really gave me strength to expand my game. Playing center at the Eurocup level also helped develop my game, because it showed that I could play against centers in the Eurocup', stressed Jamel McLean. This season with Alba Berlin he is the teams leading scorer and rebounder in BBL and Euroleague play. In the BBL he has scored in double figures in 16 games including a 33 point 12 rebound explosion against Phoenix Hagen. He has been just as spectacular in Euroleague play having scored in double figures in 12 of 15 games and showing that consistency could be his middle name. His play has brought along extra attention again from top teams in Europe and ever since his buzzer beater win in preseason in Berlin against the San Antonio Spurs, he is on the list of NBA scouts as well. Getting that invitation to the NBA Summer League could happen this summer. 'It would be nice if a team would invite me next season. I believe that I have shown people that I can play at a high level and the NBA is where everybody wants to play at', warned Jamel McLean. Even if the NBA doesn't happen, he will always be able to tell his grand children about the shot. 'Beating The San Antonio Spurs was the best game that I have ever played in my career. This is my #1 best game just because of the significance and the amazing atmosphere that was on the court', warned Jamel McLean.

After finishing the regular season in the Beko BBL in fifth place two seasons ago, the 8 time German league champion finished in third place last season, but reached the Beko BBl final losing to FC Bayern Munich in four games. Despite having not won a league title since 2008, the club didn't go home without hardware as they won the German cup the last two seasons and the only thing missing head coach Sasa Obradovic is getting that league title again something that has eluded them since the 2008 season.Their biggest wins in the regular season last season was sweeping FC Bayern Munich and beating Bamberg. Alba Berlin definitely had the talent to give FC Bayern Munich a good run for their money in the final, but it was the little things that cost them the series as well as a bit more experience. The obvious goal this season is too once again reach the final, but this time to make that extra step and bring the title back to Berlin. The club did a super job keeping continuity holding six players with Cliff Hammonds, Reggie Redding, Alex King, Leon Radosevic,,Jonas Wohlfarth-Bottermann and Vojdan Stojanovski. The club signed new players with Jamel McLean, Niels Giffey, Jonathan Tabu,Marko Banic, and Alex Renfroe. The biggest strength of the team is knowing each other and bringing that winning spirit from last season from those that were there. The team has scoring power and have shown it so far this season averaging 90 points in the first 12 games and except for a minor power shortage against medi bayreuth with 68 points, they have scored over 80 points 11 times and 90 points six times. Obradovic has kept his trademark stamp on the aggressive defense as his team has only given up an average of 70 points per game. Even though Tabu missed many months because of injury, the club has done a fine job at the guard position with Hammonds and Vargas and the recent addition of Alex Renfroe has proven to be a gem. Jamel McLean has proven to be that work horse bruiser inside with solid support from developing Wolfarth-Botterman inside as well as veterans Banic and Radosevic that make their inside game one of the best inside 4 tandem in the league. The club also has received a very solid rookie debut from Nils Giffey that is still getting used to the European style after 4 years in the fast paced NCAA, while captain Alex King as always does his job defending, rebounding, getting easy buckets and leading the team. Reggie Redding is the x factor and head coach Sasa Obradovic is the hidden second x factor with his style of hard nosed play, experience and knowledge and even if he can be very hard on his players, it surprisingly rubs off on his players in a positive way and not negative way. Since the win against the Fraport Skyliners shortly before Christmas, Alba Berlin has a 4-1 record. After losing by 29 points to Bamberg, Alba Berlin has found back to their solid play scoring 90 plus points in three of the next four games and have defended better.

When looking closer at the roster, Alba Berlin was able to hold on to seven players while adding six new players. Besides holding Reggie Redding, Alba Berlin held on to Clifford Hammonds who is a 29 year old 191cm point guard from Georgia that is playing his seventh professional season and in his sixth country. He played at Clemson (NCAA) and has played in countries like Turkey, Greece, France and Bosnia. He is an untypical lefty that likes to play physical and can drive to the hoop with the best of them and on eof the best guad defenders in the league. Two seasons ago he played for BC Igokea Aleksandrovac (Bosnia-Division I): 14 games: 9.0ppg, 2.6rpg, 4.6apg, Steals-5 (1.7spg), FGP: 61.3%, 3PT: 31.6%, FT: 76.2%; Adriatic League: 27 games: 10.3ppg, 3.9rpg, Assists-4 (3.9apg), Steals-5 (1.6spg), FGP: 46.7%, 3PT: 39.3%, FT: 55.1%. Last season for Alba Berlin he played Eurocup: 20 games: 7.2ppg, 2.6rpg, 2.5apg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 43.3%, FT: 68.8%; German League: 46 games: 8.9ppg, 3.0rpg, 3.5apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 51.8%, 3PT: 33.6%, FT: 71.3%. The teal also held on to Jonas Wohlfarth-Bottermann who is a 24 year old 208cm center that is playing his second season for Alba Berlin. He started his career in the Bonn organization. He already played for Bonn as an 18 year old and is a player that gives much effort on each play and moves very well for his size and is a good rebounder and shot blocker. Last season for Bonn he played : 36 games: 5.4ppg, 3.6rpg, Blocks-5 (1.1bpg), FGP: 60.9%, FT: 49.1%; EuroChallenge: 14 games: 7.4ppg, 5.4rpg, Blocks-1 (1.6bpg), FGP: 57.1%, FT: 26.8%. The team kept Alex King who is a 29 year old 200cm forward from Munich, Germany that is the captain of the team. King started his basketball career in Frankfurt playing for The Deutsche Bank Skyliners from 2002-2008. In that span he won the German league title in 2004 and was a finalist in 2005 and played a total of 129 BBL games for Frankfurt. He played for the Telekom Baskets Bonn from 2008-20011 playing a total of 101 Beko BBL games. In 2010-2011 for Bonn he played EuroChallenge: 6 games: 2.5ppg, 4.0rpg; German League: 31 games: 4.9ppg, 2.3rpg. He played two seasons for Wurzburg and last season for Alba Berlin played Eurocup: 20 games: 3.8ppg, 3.2rpg, 1.1apg; German League: 46 games: 5.0ppg, 2.9rpg, 1.0apg His rebounding and first step are his best attributes in his game.

Leon Radosevic is a 24 year old 208cm power forward from Croatia that is playing his second season for Alba Berlin and has a good understanding for the game for his age and is flexible at both big man positions. He played many years for top Croatian team KK Cibona and has played 35 Euroleague games. Two seasons ago he played for Lietuvos Rytas Vilnius (Lithuania-LKL): VTB League: 11 games: 9.5ppg, 4.5rpg, FGP: 48.6%, FT: 63.5%; Euroleague: 10 games: 9.8ppg, 3.8rpg, 1.1apg, 1.0spg, 2FGP: 54.3%, FT: 71.0%; Lithuanian LKL: 5 games: 11.2ppg, 5.0rpg, 1.6spg, 1.0bpg, 2FGP: 56.4%, FT: 70.6%; VTB United League: 11 games: 9.5ppg, 4.5rpg, 2FGP: 48.6%, FT: 63.5%, in Jan.'13 moved to EA7 Emporio Armani Milano (Italy-SerieA): 18 games: 5.2ppg, 2.3rpg, FGP: 55.9%, FT: 77.8%. Last season for Alba Berlin he played Eurocup: 13 games: 12.0ppg, 3.5rpg, 1.0apg, FGP: 54.2%, FT: 78.4%; German League: 35 games: 11.1ppg, 3.4rpg, FGP: 56.7%, FT: 68.6%. Akeem Vargas is a 24 year old 192cm guard that is playing his second season for Alba Berlin. There isn't a more physical player than him at 192cm in the Beko BBL. He started his basketball career at the SG Urspringschule junior team. He played a season for Iowa Lakes CC (JUCO). He played for the Walter Tigers Tuebingen from 2010-2012, but never got a real chance to prove himself there playing a total of 22 Beko BBL games. Two seasons ago he took a step back and played for BG Goettingen (Germany-ProA, starting five): 33 games: 13.8ppg, 4.7rpg, 2.2apg, FGP: 48.8%, 3PT: 38.9%, FT: 81.1%. His biggest strength is his defense and can penetrate well to the basket. Last season for Alba Berlin he played Eurocup: 20 games: 3.7ppg, 2.2rpg; German League: 45 games: 3.3ppg, 2.3rpg. The team also held Vojdan Stojanovski from Macedonia who is a 27 year old 194cm guard that is a great shooter, can defend the positions 1-3 and brings much intensity to the court. Two seasons ago he played for BC Donetsk (Ukraine-Superleague, starting five): VTB League: 20 games: 9.5ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.7apg, 1.1spg, FGP: 55.8%, 3PT: 30.2%, FT: 84.4%; Ukrainian Superleague: 34 games: 10.6ppg, 3.0rpg, 1.7apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 49.7%, 3PT: 39.8%, FT: 85.4%; EuroCup: 6 games: 11.3ppg, 2.5rpg, 2.2apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 53.6%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 93.3%. Last season for Alba Berlin he played Eurocup: 20 games: 9.8ppg, 2.7rpg, 1.2apg, FGP: 57.0%, 3PT: 31.3%, FT: 88.2%; German League: 45 games: 8.6ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 48.3%, 3PT: 30.3%, FT-3 (91.5%).The team also kept Ismet Akpinar who is a 19 year old 192cm point guard that ahs all attributes of becoming a good point guard in the future has Turkisch roots. The U-18 German national team started his basketball career for BC Hamburg Tigers junior team. He played two seasons for SC Rist Wedel and two seasons ago for SC Rist Wedel (ProB) played 22 games: 6.1ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 37.8%, 3PT: 27.0%, FT: 87.5.Last season he played for ALBA Berlin (BBL): Eurocup: 1 game: 0pts; German League: 5 games: 2.0ppg, played also for ALBA Berling 2nd team (Regionalliga) playing 20 games: 17.5ppg, 3.9rpg, 3.2apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 49.7%, 3Pts: 36.The etam brought in Jamel M0%, FT: 80.8%.

The team brought in Jamel McLean who is a 26 year old 203cm forward/center from Hampton Virginia that is playing his first season with Alba Berlin. He started his basketball career at Tulsa (NCAA) and finished at Xavier in 2011 reaching an Elite 8 and Sweet 16. He played in Belgium and Italy before finishing the 2012-2013 in Bonn. Last season for the Telekom Baskets Bonn he played Eurocup: 10 games: 15.5ppg, 6.7rpg, FGP: 53.6%, FT: 77.3%; German League: 38 games: 13.2ppg, Reb-1 (7.7rpg), 1.2apg, FGP: 56.9%, 3PT: 21.1%, FT: 69.8%. His biggest strength is his touch for finishing around the hole and his athletic ability helps him as well as his back to the hoop. The club also signed 28 year old 190cm point guard Alex Renfroe who also played for the Brose Baskets Bamberg two seasons ago. He started his basketball career at Trevecca Nazarene (NAIA)and finished at Belmont in 2009. Since then he has created a fine resume in Europe having played in countries like Latvia, Croatia, Italy, Russia and Spain. Last season he played for Enisey Krasnoyarsk (Russia-PBL, starting five): VTB United League: 20 games: 13.6ppg, 4.7rpg, 6.6apg, Steals-5 (1.7spg), FGP: 51.5%, 3PT: 31.7%, FT: 74.0%, in May'14 moved to Laboral Kutxa Vitoria (Spain-Liga Endesa): 4 games: 2.5ppg, 2.5rpg, 1.8apg. He has won titles in Germany, Italy and Croatia. The etam also brought in Niels Giffey who is a 23 year old swing man that can play the position 2-4. He started his basketball career in 2005 for Marzahn Basket Baeren (2.Regionalliga). He then played for Alba Berlin2 where his coach Henrik Rodl gave him the tip to go to the States and play college basketball. He played at Connecticut (NCAA) from 2010-2014 winning two NCAA titles and improving his scoring nd rebounding each season there and as a senior played 40 games averaging 8.4ppg, 3.8rpg, FGP: 54.0%, 3PT: 48.3%, FT: 72.7%.His shooting ability and drive from the wing stand out as well as his defense that shouldn't be underestimated ever. The team also added Jonathan Tabu who is a 29 year old 189cm point guard that has the Belgium and Congo citizenship and played six seasons in Belgium before moving on to Italy for three seasons and last season in Spain. Last season he played for AI Zaragoza (Spain-Liga Endesa): Eurocup: 16 games: 8.1ppg, 2.3rpg, 2.7apg, FGP: 51.5%, 3PT: 51.0%, FT: 85.0%; Spanish League: 36 games: 7.7ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.6apg, FGP: 47.2%, 3PT: 39.7%, FT: 83.3%. He also took part with the Belgium national team at the European Championships in Slovenia -13: 8 games: 9.0ppg, 3.4rpg, 2.9apg, FGP: 45.5%, 3PT: 44.8%, FT: 68.4%. His biggest strength is shooting shooting and shooting. The team also brought in Marko Banic who is a 30 year old 205cm forward from Croatia that is a typical, modern, soft-handed PF, who understands the game, moves well inside and can hit the basket from inside and outside. He started his basketball career in 2000 with KK Zadar where he played until 2005. He then made the jump to the best European league in Spain playing two seasons for Girona and six for Bilbao. Last season he played for Estudiantes Madrid (Spain-Liga Endesa): 33 games: 10.5ppg, 3.8rpg, FGP: 64.7%, FT: 73.0%. He also played a season in Russia. He played at three European championships, one world championship and the 2008 Olympics.

Since the climatic semi final win over Alba Berlin in 2005, where guys like Chris Williams and Tyrone Ellis led the then Opel Skyliners into the BBL final, Frankfurt has only a 10-20 record against the Albatros, but have built installed a special albatross cage in the Ballsporthalle which has rewarded them with a 5-3 record. One of the biggest and most emotional wins in the last years was the 81-67 trouncing in January 2006 as it was the debut of ex Skyliner coach Charles Barton. It was only a shame that the team was unable to take this big win and grow off it as they won little more that season and had to win on the last day at home against The EWE Baskets Oldenburg to stay in the BBL. Some nice wins in the last years was the 74-58 win in 2008 as American Derrick Allen added 19 points and six rebounds and in 2009, they won 73-66 as ex Skyliner Lorenzo Gordon chipped in with 15 points and six rebounds. In the 2009-2010 season, the two teams split the season series 1-1 as Alba Berlin held Frankfurt to 53 points in the Ballsporthalle and winning. Frankfurt returned to Berlin to win 76-70 as Derrick Allen led the team with 18 points. Frankfurt then surprisingly kicked out Alba Berlin in the playoffs 3-1 winning game four at home 69-58 as Derrick Allen had 26 points. In the first meeting in 2010-2011, Alba Berlin escaped the O-2 World arena with a 81-77 win. Frankfurt led for 36 minutes before Alba Berlin put on the turbo and went on a 8-2 run which sparked the win. Dashaun Wood led all players with 32 points and Derrick Allen chipped in with 17 points for Alba Berlin. Alba Berlin shot 57% from the field and 44% from the parking lot, but Frankfurt had control of the boards 31-21. In the second meeting in 2010-2011, Alba Berlin prevailed 79-70 as Dashaun Wood led Frankfurt with 18 points, seven rebounds and seven assists and ex Skyliner Derrick Allen had 18 points. Frankfurt lost in the 2011 Beko BBL semi finals 3-2 . In 2011-2012 the Fraport Skyliners stunk out their Fraport arena with a 83-57 loss where Dashaun Wood led all scorers with 21 points and also lost a close game 70-66 in Berlin. Last season, The Fraport Skyliners were walloped in Berlin losing 91-65 as they had little chance. Frankfurt didn't shoot so bad hitting over 40% from the field and outside, but were clobbered under the boards 36-22 and relinquished 19 turnovers. In the return meeting in Frankfurt, the Fraport Skyliners won an exciting 65-62 nail bitter as Quantez Robertson had 16 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, Ryan Brooks had 15 points and Zach Peacock had 14 points. Alba Berlin was led by Dashaun Wood with 24 points. In the first meeting this season, Alba Berlin prevailed 68-54. Alba Berlin was led by Leon Radosevic with 19 points and David Logan added 10 points. The Fraport Sklyiners were led by Danilo Barthel with 17 points and Konstantn Klein contributed 11 points. In their second meeting of last season, Alba Berlin was able to sweep the season series winning 67-59 as Alba Berlin was led by Levon Kendall and David Logan with 12 points a piece while the Fraport Skyliners were led by Konstantin Klein with 16 points. In the first meeting this season shortly before Christmas, Alba Berlin prevailed 85-79 despite a courageous effort by the Fraport Skyliners. Alba Berlin was led by Clifford Hammonds with 18 points, Marko Banic added 16 points and Alex King scored 12 points. The Fraport Skyliners were led by Justin Cobbs with 19 points, Sean Armand added 18 points and Quantez Robertson contributed 17 points. The Fraport Skyliners host Alba Berlin February eighth.


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Ketselidis is the new Head Coach of AEK Larnakas - by Chris Mammides

AEK Larnakas agreed financial terms with the Greek Head Coach Giorgos Ketselidis . Ketselidis is replacing Nikolas Papadopoulos and Kyriakos Adamou. Ketselidis arrived on the 6th of February in Cyprus and will started immediately by meeting his new team staff.
Giorgos Ketselidis knows very well the Cyprus international guard Vassilis Kounas as both of them won the double in teh Georgian league with MIA's jersey back in 2013. The 49 years old Head Coach was born in Constantinople and his last career stop was in the Lebanese league with Champville while in the past he was an assistant Coach of Ilias Zouros in Lithuania and the historic Zalgiris Kaunas


Wilki Morskie lands Cashmere Wright, ex AEK Athens - by Dominik Dudek

King Wilki Morskie Szczecin (TBL) tabbed 25-year old American point guard Cashmere Wright (183-81kg-90, college: Cincinnati, agency: KMG Sports Management). He supposed to play at AEK Athens in Greek A1 league, but was released by the team in Nov.'14. In four games he averaged 5.0ppg, 2.3rpg and 2.8apg this season. The last season Wright played at Donar Groningen (Eredivisie) in Dutch league. In 45 games he had 13.9ppg, 3.2rpg, 3.1apg and 1.4spg. He helped them to win the league title and the cup. He can count that season as a very successful as was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Dutch Eredivisie 1st Team and All-Imports Team. Wright also played 5 games in EuroChallenge where he had 11.0ppg, 2.4rpg, 2.0apg and 1.4spg. He represented USA at the Albert Schweitzer International Tournament in Mannheim (Unofficial World Championships U18) seven years ago.
Wright graduated from University of Cincinnati in 2013 and it is his second season in pro basketball.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Standings - A Division

A Standings
 1. Atomeromu 17-2 
 2. Sopron KC 16-3 
 3. KTE-Duna Aszfalt 14-5 
 4. Falco KC 13-6 
 5. PVSK Pannon 12-8 
 6. Kaposvari 11-9 
 7. Alba 9-10 
 8. Szedeak 9-10 
 9. Kormend 7-12 
 10. Marso NYKK 6-13 
 11. Jaszberenyi 5-14 
 12. MAFC 3-16 
 13. ZTE KK 3-17 
Play in international cups:
 1. Szolnok - 

Regular Season: Round 22

Feb. 4: ZTE KK - Kaposvari 94-89
Feb. 4: Szedeak - Marso NYKK 87-78
Feb. 5: Atomeromu - KTE-Duna Aszfalt 74-59
Feb. 4: MAFC - Alba 65-79
Feb. 4: Falco KC - PVSK Pannon 101-69

Regular Season: Round 23

Feb. 7: Marso NYKK - Atomeromu
Feb. 7: Kaposvari - Kormend
Feb. 8: KTE-Duna Aszfalt - Falco KC
Feb. 8: Sopron KC - PVSK Pannon
Feb. 8: Alba - Szedeak
Feb. 8: Jaszberenyi - MAFC


A Division Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Ryan RICHARDS
  Kormend
  (212-C/F-91)
  Avg: 23.1
 1. Richards, Kormend23.1 
 2. Hujdurovic, Marso22.5 
 3. Martinic, Falco KC20.5 
 4. Balaban, Szedeak20.3 
 5. Borisov, Sopron KC19.9 
 6. Dramicanin, Jaszbe.19.7 
 7. Raivio, Kaposvari19.6 
 8. Budimir, PVSK P.19.1 
 9. Lemon Jr., Crailsh.18.6 
 10. Ciric, Szedeak18.6 
Rebounds Per Game
 Ryan RICHARDS
  Kormend
  (212-C/F-91)
  Avg: 9.5
 1. Richards, Kormend9.5 
 2. Hendlein, Kaposvari8.8 
 3. Jones, Atomeromu8.8 
 4. Hunter, MAFC8.6 
 5. Toutziarakis, MAFC8.5 
 6. Poscic, Sopron KC8.1 
 7. Hujdurovic, Marso7.8 
 8. Balaban, Szedeak7.6 
 9. Raivio, Kaposvari7.5 
 10. Dramicanin, Jaszb.7.4 
Assists Per Game
 Branko JEREMINOV
  Szedeak
  (187-PG-87)
  Avg: 6.8
 1. Jereminov, Szedeak6.8 
 2. Nelson, PVSK P.5.5 
 3. Halasz, PVSK P.5.4 
 4. Savic, Marso N.5.1 
 5. Martinic, Falco KC5.1 
 6. Thomas, Sopron KC4.7 
 7. Simon, Alba4.7 
 8. Rakic, KTE-D.4.4 
 9. Fodor, Kaposvari3.9 
 10. Kinney, KTE-D.3.9 
Steals Per Game
 Walter LEMON JR.
  Crailsheim
  (190-G-92)
  Avg: 2.7
 1. Lemon Jr., Crailsh.2.7 
 2. Gaspar, ZTE K.2.3 
 3. Kromah, Alba2.2 
 4. Darling, ZTE K.2.1 
 5. Raivio, Kaposvari2.0 
 6. Nelson, PVSK P.1.9 
 7. Toth, Alba1.9 
 8. Dugat, Atomeromu1.9 
 9. Denes, Sopron KC1.9 
 10. Gibson, Kouvot1.8 
Blocks Per Game
 Roland HENDLEIN
  Kaposvari
  (204-F/C-86)
  Avg: 1.2
 1. Hendlein, Kaposvari1.2 
 2. Balaban, Szedeak1.1 
 3. Hujdurovic, Marso1.0 
 4. Kolaric, Marso N.0.9 
 5. Majstorovic, Falco0.8 
 6. Juhos, Alba0.7 
 7. Cseh, Jaszberenyi0.7 
 8. Ivosev, KTE-D.0.7 
 9. Toutziarakis, MAFC0.7 
 10. Darling, ZTE K.0.6 


Hungarian A Division round 22 best performance: Darko Balaban - by Eurobasket News

Serbian Center Darko Balaban (211-C-89) put on an amazing game in the last round for Szedeak, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 31 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Marso NYKK (#10, 6-13) 87-78. Szedeak maintains the 8th position in Hungarian A Division. Szedeak is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-10 record. Balaban turned to be Szedeak's top player in his first season with the team. Darko Balaban has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 20.3ppg), rebounds (8th best: 7.6rpg) and averages impressive 1.1bpg and 59.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was 28-year old American Nikolas Raivio (193-SG-86) of Kaposvari. Raivio had a very good evening with a double-double of 26 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Kaposvari lost that game 89-94 to the lower-ranked ZTE KK (#13, 3-17). Kaposvari managed to keep the same 6th spot in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 11-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Raivio is a newcomer at Kaposvari, but is already one of team's top players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.6ppg (#7). His other stats are also decent: 7.5rpg and 3.3apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was another Kaposvari's star - Serbian center Marko Spica (205-C-86, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management). Spica scored 24 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). Despite Spica's great performance Kaposvari lost 89-94 to the lower-ranked ZTE KK (#13, 3-17). But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates. The last thing Kaposvari needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 11 victories and 9 lost games. Spica has a very solid season. In 16 games in Hungary he scored 11.7ppg. He also has 4.6rpg, 3.4apg and FGP: 50.3%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Goran Martinic (187-PG-87) of Falco KC - 31 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Nermin Hujdurovic (205-F/C-88) of Marso NYKK - 25 points and 7 rebounds
6. Zoran Krstanovic (204-F/C-82) of Falco KC - 21 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Milan Csorvasi (209-F/C-88) of Alba - 13 points and 11 rebounds
8. Vladimir Panic (194-F-82) of ZTE KK - 25 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Ronnie Taylor (187-PG-81) of Marso NYKK - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Roland Hendlein (204-F/C-86) of Kaposvari - 18 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


A Division Round 22: KTE-Duna Aszfalt loses to Atomeromu in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 5 rounds.

The game between Top Four teams took place in Paks. First ranked host Atomeromu (17-2) defeated 3rd ranked KTE-Duna Aszfalt (14-5) 74-59. The game was mostly controlled by Atomeromu. KTE-Duna Aszfalt managed to win second period 18-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Naturalized American power forward Jarrod Jones (205-90, college: Ball St.) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American swingman Ryan Evans (203-90, college: Wisconsin) chipped in 14 points during the contest. Atomeromu's coach Branislav Dzunic used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Serbian swingman Marko Derasimovic (198-84, agency: BeoExcell) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Atomeromu have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-2 record. KTE-Duna Aszfalt at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. Atomeromu are looking forward to face Marso NYKK (#10) in Nyiregyhazi in the next round and are hoping to win another game. KTE-Duna Aszfalt will play at home against Falco KC (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Bottom-ranked ZTE KK managed to get a third victory, breaking the four-game losing streak. This time they won against sixth-ranked Kaposvari in Zalaegerszeg 94-89. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kaposvari. Serbian forward Vladimir Panic (194-82) notched 25 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and Daniel Tamir supported him with 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Even a double-double of 26 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals by American Nikolas Raivio (193-86, college: Portland) did not help to save the game for Kaposvari. ZTE KK maintains thirteenth position with 3-17 record. Kaposvari at the other side keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. ZTE KK will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kaposvari will play at home against Kormend (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Fourth ranked Falco KC (13-6) crushed at home 5th ranked PVSK Pannon (12-8) by 32 points 101-69, which is the biggest margin this round on Wednesday night. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of PVSK Pannon. Goran Martinic fired 31 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Falco KC's coach Laszlo Kalman felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Veljko Budimir produced 15 points for lost side. Falco KC maintains fourth position with 13-6 record. Loser PVSK Pannon keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Falco KC will meet higher ranked KTE-Duna Aszfalt (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. PVSK Pannon will play against the league's second-placed Sopron KC and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 22 Alba won against MAFC on the opponent's court 79-65. Szedeak managed to outperform Marso NYKK in a home game 87-78.

Atomeromu - KTE-Duna Aszfalt 74-59

The game between Top Four teams took place in Paks. First ranked host Atomeromu (17-2) defeated 3rd ranked KTE-Duna Aszfalt (14-5) 74-59. The game was mostly controlled by Atomeromu. KTE-Duna Aszfalt managed to win second period 18-16. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Naturalized American power forward Jarrod Jones (205-90, college: Ball St.) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American swingman Ryan Evans (203-90, college: Wisconsin) chipped in 14 points during the contest. Atomeromu's coach Branislav Dzunic used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Serbian swingman Marko Derasimovic (198-84, agency: BeoExcell) responded with 15 points and 5 rebounds and American point guard James Kinney (188-90, college: San Jose St.) scored 6 points and 5 assists. Atomeromu have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-2 record. KTE-Duna Aszfalt at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. Atomeromu are looking forward to face Marso NYKK (#10) in Nyiregyhazi in the next round and are hoping to win another game. KTE-Duna Aszfalt will play at home against Falco KC (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Atomeromu: J.Jones 17+7reb, R.Evans 14+4reb+1ast, H.Dugat 14+2reb+2ast, G.Koertelyesi 5+2reb+1ast, J.Wise 5+1reb+2ast, M.Medve 5+2reb+1ast
KTE-Duna Aszfalt: M.Derasimovic 15+5reb+1ast, M.Pongo 10+2reb+1ast, M.Meszaros 8+4reb, P.Kovacs 6+2reb+1ast, J.Kinney 6+3reb+5ast, K.Karahodzic 4+3reb+1ast
gschID: 343762


ZTE KK - Kaposvari 94-89

Bottom-ranked ZTE KK managed to get a third victory, breaking the four-game losing streak. This time they won against sixth-ranked Kaposvari in Zalaegerszeg 94-89. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Kaposvari. Kaposvari was ahead by 3 points after three quarters before a 29-21 charge of ZTE KK, which allowed them to win the game. Kaposvari was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Serbian forward Vladimir Panic (194-82) notched 25 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and naturalized Israeli center Daniel Tamir (208-91) supported him with 17 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Even a double-double of 26 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals by American Nikolas Raivio (193-86, college: Portland) did not help to save the game for Kaposvari. Serbian center Marko Spica (205-86, college: Cent.Michigan, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) added 24 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Five ZTE KK and four Kaposvari players scored in double figures. ZTE KK maintains thirteenth position with 3-17 record. Kaposvari at the other side keeps the sixth place with nine games lost. ZTE KK will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kaposvari will play at home against Kormend (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
ZTE KK: V.Panic 25+6reb+3ast, D.Tamir 17+7reb, M.Mohacsi 14+7reb+1ast, R.Dzambic 14+3reb+6ast, D.Cohadarevic 13+3reb+1ast, S.Fekete 9+4reb+1ast
Kaposvari: N.Raivio 26+11reb+6ast, M.Spica 24+12reb+3ast, R.Hendlein 18+12reb+3ast, B.Frazier 15+4ast, B.Jancikin 3+1reb, S.Benke 2
gschID: 343767


Falco KC - PVSK Pannon 101-69

Fourth ranked Falco KC (13-6) crushed at home 5th ranked PVSK Pannon (12-8) by 32 points 101-69, which is the biggest margin this round on Wednesday night. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of PVSK Pannon. The game without a history. Falco KC led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They outrebounded PVSK Pannon 41-18 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Falco KC shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 58.3 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by PVSK Pannon's players. Montenegrin point guard Goran Martinic (187-87) fired 31 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Serbian power forward Zoran Krstanovic (204-82) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Falco KC's coach Laszlo Kalman felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Croatian forward Veljko Budimir (199-85) produced 15 points and Swedish Martin Pahlmblad (193-86, agency: Laszlo Vinko Group) added 16 points respectively for lost side. Four PVSK Pannon players scored in double figures. Falco KC maintains fourth position with 13-6 record. Loser PVSK Pannon keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Falco KC will meet higher ranked KTE-Duna Aszfalt (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. PVSK Pannon will play against the league's second-placed Sopron KC and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Falco KC: G.Martinic 31+8reb+3ast, Z.Krstanovic 21+10reb+2ast, Z.Perl 15+4reb+7ast, T.Will 9+1reb+2ast, M.Majstorovic 8+5reb, K.Bognar 7+3reb+3ast
PVSK Pannon: M.Pahlmblad 16+2reb, V.Budimir 15+4reb+1ast, A.Halasz 11+1reb, A.Nelson 10+3ast, T.Harazin 7, B.Horti 4+4reb
gschID: 343766


MAFC - Alba 65-79

Very expected game in Budapest where 12th ranked MAFC (3-16) was defeated by seventh ranked Alba (9-10) 79-65 on Wednesday. The guests trailed by 4 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 11-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 79-65. Alba dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to MAFC's 32. They outrebounded MAFC 42-28 including 17 on the offensive glass. The former international power forward Milan Csorvasi (209-88, agency: Laszlo Vinko Group) fired a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Latvian forward Ernests Kalve (200-87) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. Four Alba players scored in double figures. American guard Parrish Brown (185-84, college: Maryland) produced 27 points and his fellow American import forward Neiko Hunter (201-90, college: Middle Tenn.St., agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) added 11 points and 14 rebounds respectively for lost side. MAFC's coach Stefan Timbus rotated ten players saving starting five for next games. Alba maintains seventh position with 9-10 record, which they share with Szedeak. MAFC lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the twelfth place with 16 games lost. Alba will meet at home Szedeak (#8) in the next round. MAFC will play against Jaszberenyi (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Alba: L.Kromah 15+2reb+3ast, E.Kalve 13+7reb+3ast, M.Csorvasi 13+11reb+1ast, B.Simon 11+2reb+3ast, Z.Supola 9+2reb, A.Kovacs 9+4reb+2ast
MAFC: P.Brown 27+3reb+2ast, Z.Lakosa 12+1reb+3ast, N.Hunter 11+14reb, K.Fodor 6+5reb, B.Mocsan 3+1reb, N.Timko 2+1reb
gschID: 343765


Szedeak - Marso NYKK 87-78

Rather predictable result in Szeged where eighth ranked Szedeak (9-10) defeated 10th ranked Marso NYKK (6-13) 87-78 on Wednesday. The hosts trailed by 4 points at the halftime before their 45-32 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Serbian center Darko Balaban (211-89) fired a double-double by scoring 31 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Serbian point guard Branko Jereminov (187-87) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. American point guard Ronnie Taylor (187-81, college: NC-Greensboro) produced 23 points and 8 assists and Bosnian power forward Nermin Hujdurovic (205-88) added 25 points, 7 rebounds and 5 blocks respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Szedeak moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Alba. Loser Marso NYKK keeps the tenth position with 13 games lost. Szedeak will meet Alba (#7) in the next round. Marso NYKK will play against the league's leader Atomeromu having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Szedeak: D.Balaban 31+13reb+2ast, A.Ciric 17+5reb+1ast, B.Jereminov 17+4reb+5ast, B.Molnar 11+3reb, D.Kuntic 8+5reb, Z.Kiss 3+2reb
Marso NYKK: N.Hujdurovic 25+7reb+1ast, R.Taylor 23+3reb+8ast, M.Kolaric 13+12reb+1ast, N.Vasojevic 11+3reb+3ast, K.Nagy 6+4reb+1ast, B.Savic 0+3ast
gschID: 343764



E.J. Kusnyer left Caceres - by Eurobasket News

29-year old American (has also Hungarian passport) swingman E.J. Kusnyer (196-86, college: Mercer, agency: Dynamics Global Management) left Caceres Patrimonio de la Humanidad (LEB Silver). In 8 games he had 6.9ppg and 1.6rpg this season. Kusnyer also played at Zalakeramia-ZTE KK (A Division) in Hungarian league earlier that season. In 5 LEB Silver games he recorded 4.2ppg and 1.0rpg.
The last season he played at Egis Kormend (A Division) in Hungarian league. In 28 games he recorded 5.9ppg. Kusnyer also played 6 games in EuroChallenge where he recorded just 2.3ppg.
The previous (2013) summer he played at Kilsyth Cobras (SEABL) in Australian league. In 29 games he recorded very impressive stats: 18.7ppg, 4.4rpg and 1.1apg in 2013 season. Kusnyer won WBA championship title in 2011.
He has played also professionally in Canada (Power), Holland (Rotterdam) and IBA (Gwinett Majic).
Kusnyer attended Mercer University until 2010 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  ICELAND  

Standings - Iceland Express League

Dominos League Standings
 1. KR 15-1 
 2. Tindastoll 12-4 
 3. Njardvik 10-6 
 4. Stjarnan 9-6 
 5. Thor Thorl 9-7 
 6. Snaefell 8-8 
 7. Keflavik 8-8 
 8. Haukar 7-8 
 9. Grindavik 7-9 
 10. Fjolnir 4-12 
 11. IR 3-13 
 12. Skallagrimur 3-13 

Regular Season: Round 16

Feb. 5: Keflavik - Njardvik 90-100
Feb. 6: Fjolnir - Skallagrimur 88-78
Feb. 5: Snaefell - Thor Thorl 86-101
Feb. 5: Grindavik - KR 71-73
Feb. 5: Tindastoll - IR 105-83
Feb. 9: Haukar - Stjarnan


Stats Leaders (Men)

Points Per Game
 Tracey SMITH
  Skallagrimur
  (203-F-89)
  Avg: 26.6
 1. Smith, Skallagrimur26.6 
 2. Francis, Haukar25.9 
 3. Salisbery, Cheshir.25.5 
 4. Craion, KR24.6 
 5. Graves, Maccabi22.9 
 6. Dempsey, Tindastoll22.3 
 7. Hampton, IR22.1 
 8. Sanford, Thor Thorl22.1 
 9. Alexander, Grindav.22.1 
 10. Woods, Snaefell22.1 
Rebounds Per Game
 Alex FRANCIS
  Haukar
  (198-F-91)
  Avg: 14.6
 1. Francis, Haukar14.6 
 2. Woods, Snaefell14.2 
 3. Smith, Skallagrimur12.4 
 4. Craion, KR12.4 
 5. Alexander, Grindav.11.0 
 6. Virijevic, Njardvik10.9 
 7. Ermolinskij, KR10.7 
 8. Dempsey, Tindastoll10.1 
 9. Hampton, IR9.6 
 10. Saevarsson, Grind.9.6 
Assists Per Game
 Pavel ERMOLINSKIJ
  KR
  (202-G-87)
  Avg: 10.6
 1. Ermolinskij, KR10.6 
 2. Barja, Haukar6.7 
 3. Birgisson, Tindast.6.3 
 4. Sigurdarson, IR6.0 
 5. Shouse, Stjarnan5.8 
 6. Bjornsson, Skallag.4.9 
 7. Lewis, Tindastoll4.6 
 8. Sigurdsson, Fjolnir4.3 
 9. Ragnarsson, Thor T.4.1 
 10. Gudmundsson, Fjol.4.1 
Steals Per Game
 Arnar BJORNSSON
  Skallagr.
  (180-PG-93)
  Avg: 2.9
 1. Bjornsson, Skallag.2.9 
 2. Francis, Haukar2.2 
 3. Birgisson, Tindast.2.2 
 4. Shouse, Stjarnan2.2 
 5. Ermolinskij, KR2.1 
 6. Craion, KR2.1 
 7. Sanford, Thor Thorl2.0 
 8. Olafsson, Grindavik2.0 
 9. Viggosson, Tindast.1.9 
 10. Lewis, Tindastoll1.9 
Blocks Per Game
 Myron DEMPSEY
  Tindastoll
  (203-G-91)
  Avg: 1.9
 1. Dempsey, Tindastoll1.9 
 2. Craion, KR1.8 
 3. Hampton, IR1.7 
 4. Smith, Skallagrimur1.5 
 5. Barja, Haukar1.5 
 6. Graves, Maccabi1.2 
 7. Egilsson, Snaefell1.2 
 8. Saevarsson, Grind.1.1 
 9. Hilmarsson, Stjar.1.0 
 10. Olafsson, Grindav.1.0 


Standings - 1 Division

D1 Standings
 1. Hottur 14-2 
 2. FSU 11-3 
 3. Hamar 9-5 
 4. IA 7-6 
 5. Valur 6-6 
 6. Breidablik 4-10 
 7. KFI 3-12 
 8. Thor AK 1-11 

Regular Season: Round 15

Feb. 6: Breidablik - IA 76-80
Feb. 6: FSU - KFI 114-100
Feb. 6: Hottur - Thor AK
Feb. 6: Hamar - Valur


Standings - D1 League

Points Per Game
 Tobin CARBERRY
  Hottur
  (193-G-91)
  Avg: 32
 1. Carberry, Hottur32.0 
 2. Warren, IA29.5 
 3. Nelson, Hamar24.4 
 4. Knezevic, KFI22.0 
 5. Pryor, FSU21.8 
 6. Gylfason, FSU20.7 
 7. Helgason, IA17.6 
 8. Petursson, KFI17.3 
 9. Thomas, Valur17.0 
 10. Gunnlaugsson, Ha.16.6 
Rebounds Per Game
 Collin PRYOR
  FSU
  (198-F-)
  Avg: 13.5
 1. Pryor, FSU13.5 
 2. Gunnlaugsson, Ham.13.2 
 3. Petursson, KFI12.7 
 4. Helgason, IA12.3 
 5. Audunsson, Valur11.0 
 6. Carberry, Hottur10.6 
 7. Thomas, Valur8.9 
 8. Jonsson, IR8.4 
 9. Garth, Valur7.7 
 10. Vignisson, Breida.7.6 
Assists Per Game
 Tobin CARBERRY
  Hottur
  (193-G-91)
  Avg: 6.1
 1. Carberry, Hottur6.1 
 2. Hreinsson, FSU6.0 
 3. Garth, Valur5.8 
 4. Blondal, Valur4.5 
 5. Warren, IA4.3 
 6. Olafsson, Valur4.3 
 7. Halldorsson, Hamar3.5 
 8. Stefansson, FSU3.4 
 9. Thomas, Valur3.1 
 10. Jonsson, IA2.9 
Steals Per Game
 Danero THOMAS
  Valur
  (193-F-86)
  Avg: 3.2
 1. Thomas, Valur3.2 
 2. Garth, Valur2.5 
 3. Knezevic, KFI2.2 
 4. Gylfason, FSU2.1 
 5. Audunsson, Valur1.9 
 6. Carberry, Hottur1.9 
 7. Blondal, Valur1.9 
 8. Pryor, FSU1.9 
 9. Warren, IA1.8 
 10. Gunnlaugsson, Ha.1.8 
Blocks Per Game
 Illugi AUDUNSSON
  Valur
  (196-F-92)
  Avg: 2.8
 1. Audunsson, Valur2.8 
 2. Birgisson, Hottur1.7 
 3. Helgason, IA1.5 
 4. Jonsson, IR1.3 
 5. Sigurdarson, Hamar1.1 
 6. Gudgeirsson, Hottur0.9 
 7. Garth, Valur0.8 
 8. Petursson, KFI0.7 
 9. Thomas, Valur0.7 
 10. Fridriksson, KFI0.7 



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  INDONESIA  

Standings - IBL

NBL Standings
 1. Satria Muda 14-1 
 2. Pelita Jaya 14-1 
 3. Aspac 14-2 
 4. CLS Knights 11-5 
 5. JNE BSC 7-8 
 6. Hangtuah 6-8 
 7. Stadium 6-9 
 8. Garuda 6-9 
 9. Satya Wacana 4-12 
 10. NSH GMC 3-11 
 11. Pacific Caesar 3-12 
 12. Bimasakti 3-13 

Regular Season: Round 23

Feb. 6: CLS Knights - Bimasakti 75-53
Feb. 6: Satria Muda - Hangtuah 67-46
Feb. 6: Garuda - NSH GMC 53-56

Regular Season: Round 24

Feb. 7: Satya Wacana - Pacific Caesar
Feb. 7: Hangtuah - JNE BSC
Feb. 7: Stadium - Satria Muda
Feb. 7: Pelita Jaya - Aspac


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Respati PAMUNGKAS
  Satya W.
  (180-G-91)
  Avg: 18.4
 1. Pamungkas, Satya18.4 
 2. Ekayana, Hangtuah13.6 
 3. Saputra, Stadium12.8 
 4. Pratama, Garuda12.7 
 5. Sua, Satya Wacana12.1 
 6. Prasetyo, Pelita J.12.0 
 7. Ferdiansyah, Stadi.11.9 
 8. Prawiro, Aspac11.9 
 9. Sugianto, Bimasakti11.7 
 10. Lopez, Aspac11.7 
Rebounds Per Game
 Galank GUNAWAN
  Garuda
  (194-PF-87)
  Avg: 10.6
 1. Gunawan, Garuda10.6 
 2. Gunawan, Satria M.8.6 
 3. Putra, NSH G.7.9 
 4. Prasetyo, Pelita J.7.7 
 5. Wuwungan, Stadium7.6 
 6. Indrawan, Pelita J.7.5 
 7. Sitepu, Satria M.7.3 
 8. Heryadi, Pacific7.3 
 9. Nolland, Satria Mu.7.0 
 10. Ruslan, Stadium6.7 
Assists Per Game
 Charlie INDRA
  Pacific .
  (178-G-88)
  Avg: 5.7
 1. Indra, Pacific5.7 
 2. Sartika, Bimasakti5.4 
 3. Wuysang, CLS K.5.2 
 4. Purwanto, Pelita J.4.6 
 5. Ramadhani, Aspac4.1 
 6. Wijaya, Garuda4.1 
 7. Husnuzan, NSH G.4.0 
 8. Sucipto, Satya W.3.5 
 9. Achmad, Pelita J.3.4 
 10. Muharri, CLS K.3.4 
Steals Per Game
 Yoppi France GIAY
  Satya Wacana
  (188-F-89)
  Avg: 2.1
 1. Giay, Satya Wacana2.1 
 2. Purwanto, Pelita J.2.0 
 3. Ramadhani, Aspac1.9 
 4. Sartika, Bimasakti1.8 
 5. Pradhitya, NSH G.1.8 
 6. Surliyadin, JNE B.1.8 
 7. Gerungan, Aspac1.7 
 8. Gunawan, Garuda1.7 
 9. Muharri, CLS K.1.7 
 10. Utomo, CLS Knigh.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 R RUSLAN
  Stadium
  (197-C-89)
  Avg: 2.6
 1. Ruslan, Stadium2.6 
 2. Sitepu, Satria M.1.8 
 3. Wuwungan, Stadium1.3 
 4. Damanik, Aspac1.3 
 5. Teguh, Stadium1.3 
 6. Haryoko, CLS K.1.3 
 7. Ramadhani, Aspac1.1 
 8. Liem, Aspac1.1 
 9. Indrawan, Pelita J.1.0 
 10. Gunawan, Garuda1.0 


NBL Round 22: JNE BSC beats Garuda in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Bandung: JNE BSC (#7) and Garuda (#5). JNE BSC (7-8) won against visiting Garuda (6-8) 48-42. The game without a history. JNE BSC led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Guard Gian Gumilar (179-86) fired 10 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Luke Martinus (188-88) chipped in 7 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Christ Gideon (188-84) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. JNE BSC have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Garuda lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. JNE BSC will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Garuda will play at home against NSH GMC (#12) and is hoping to win this game.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Jakarta. Local Pelita Jaya (14-1) outscored 9th ranked Satya Wacana (4-12) 106-68. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Andi Poedjakesuma (187-80) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. Tri Hartanto contributed with 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Guard Andre Adrianno (175-94) replied with 19 points for Satya Wacana. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Pelita Jaya have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Despite that victory Pelita Jaya went down to third position due to points difference. Satya Wacana lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with 12 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Jakarta: Stadium (#8) and NSH GMC (#12). NSH GMC was defeated at home 52-64 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Bayu Anggara scored 8 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side R. Azzaryan Pradhitya responded with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Stadium maintains eighth position with 6-9 record. NSH GMC lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 11 games lost. Stadium will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. NSH GMC will play against Garuda (#7) in Bandung and hope to secure a win.

In the last game of round 22 Aspac crushed Pacific Caesar in Jakarta 73-49.
The best stats of 22th round was 22 points by Andakara Prastawa Dhyaksa of Aspac.

Pelita Jaya - Satya Wacana 106-68

The game with biggest result difference took place in Jakarta. Local Pelita Jaya (14-1) outscored 9th ranked Satya Wacana (4-12) 106-68. The game without a history. Pelita Jaya led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Satya Wacana's 36 and made 24-of-31 charity shots (77.4 percent) during the game. Pelita Jaya forced 20 Satya Wacana turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Satya Wacana's players. Satya Wacana was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Andi Poedjakesuma (187-80) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. Guard Tri Hartanto (196-89) contributed with 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four Pelita Jaya players scored in double figures. Guard Andre Adrianno (175-94) replied with 19 points and point guard Amirullah (175-93) added 12 points in the effort for Satya Wacana. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Pelita Jaya have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Despite that victory Pelita Jaya went down to third position due to points difference. Satya Wacana lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with 12 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Satya Wacana: A.Adrianno 19+3reb+2ast, Amirullah 12+4reb+3ast, Y.Sua 8+3ast, F.Nugroho 6+3reb+1ast, Y.Honsen 6+6reb, A.Ariadi 6+1reb
Pelita Jaya: A.Poedjakesuma 19+4reb+2ast, D.Aryo Dewanto 15+3reb+1ast, A.Chandra 15+1reb+2ast, T.Hartanto 14+7reb, P.Indrawan 9+5reb+3ast, A.Prasetyo 8+5reb+1ast
gschID: 370277


Pacific Caesar - Aspac 49-73

There was no surprise in Surabaya where 10th ranked Pacific Caesar (3-12) was crushed by third ranked Aspac (14-2) 73-49 on Thursday. Aspac dominated on the defensive end, holding Pacific Caesar to just 6 points in third quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Pacific Caesar's 30. They outrebounded Pacific Caesar 49-30 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Aspac made 7 blocks. International guard Andakara Prastawa Dhyaksa (173-92) scored 22 points to lead the charge for the winners and center Kristian Liem (201-94) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side the former international power forward Dian Heryadi (194-80) responded with 8 points and Indra Muhammad (189-94) scored 10 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Aspac have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Pacific Caesar lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Bimasakti. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Pacific Caesar: I.Muhammad 10+1reb+2ast, D.Heryadi 8+3reb+2ast, D.Galih 8+3reb+1ast, C.Indra 7+2reb+2ast, M.Fauzia 4+4reb+1ast, M.Wardana 4+3reb
Aspac: A.Prastawa Dhyaksa 22+3reb+1ast, X.Prawiro 11+5reb+1ast, K.Liem 10+9reb+1ast, E.Enguio Lopez 9+6reb+1ast, F.Andika Ramadhani 7+3reb+9ast, R.Lyandra 4+2reb
gschID: 370276


JNE BSC - Garuda 48-42

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Bandung: JNE BSC (#7) and Garuda (#5). JNE BSC (7-8) won against visiting Garuda (6-8) 48-42. The game without a history. JNE BSC led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Guard Gian Gumilar (179-86) fired 10 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Luke Martinus (188-88) chipped in 7 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Christ Gideon (188-84) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and Diftha Pratama (186-89) added 5 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. JNE BSC have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Garuda lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. JNE BSC will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Garuda will play at home against NSH GMC (#12) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Garuda: C.Gideon 13+10reb+2ast, F.Fredy 6+3reb+2ast, F.Minallah 5+4reb+2ast, D.Pratama 5+7reb+1ast, G.Gunawan 4+8reb, H.Putra 4+4reb+1ast
JNE BSC: G.Gumilar 10+5reb, L.Martinus 7+6reb+2ast, F.Yudha Pratama 6+3reb+1ast, A.Hermawan 6+4reb, T.Apriyana 4+1reb, A.Tiara 4+7reb+2ast
gschID: 370275


NSH GMC - Stadium 52-64

Another interesting game was again a derby between two local teams from Jakarta: Stadium (#8) and NSH GMC (#12). NSH GMC was defeated at home 52-64 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. The game was mostly controlled by Stadium. NSH GMC managed to win fourth quarter 22-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Point guard Bayu Anggara (174-91) scored 8 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Merio Ferdiansyah (176-85) chipped in 15 points and 4 steals during the contest. At the losing side guard R. Azzaryan Pradhitya (181-92) responded with 13 points and 6 rebounds and forward Raylly Pratama Putra (195-90) scored 9 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Stadium maintains eighth position with 6-9 record. NSH GMC lost fourth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 11 games lost. Stadium will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. NSH GMC will play against Garuda (#7) in Bandung and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
NSH GMC: R.Azzaryan Pradhitya 13+6reb+2ast, R.Pratama Putra 9+6reb+1ast, B.Margono 9+4reb, I.Husnuzan 6+2reb+4ast, H.Kurniawan 6+1reb+1ast, B.Damanik 4+3reb+1ast
Stadium: M.Ferdiansyah 15+2reb+2ast, V.Wuwungan 10+5reb+1ast, B.Anggara 8+7reb+5ast, E.Hadi 8+5reb+4ast, M.Hardian Wicaksono 7+2reb, W.Saputra 7+5reb+1ast
gschID: 370274



Best players of Indonesian NBL round 22 - by Eurobasket News

International Guard Andakara Prastawa Dhyaksa (173-G-92) put on an amazing game in the last round for Aspac and that's him to receive a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 22.
The 22-year old guard had the game-high 22 points adding three rebounds for Aspac in his team's victory, helping them to crush Pacific Caesar (#11, 3-12) with 24-point margin 73-49. Aspac maintains the 3rd position in Indonesian NBL. They are still close to the very top. Aspac would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 14-2 record. In the team's last game Dhyaksa had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He has many years of experience at Aspac, through which he has constantly improved. Andakara Prastawa Dhyaksa averages this season 11.5ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was 28-year old former international forward Dimas Aryo Dewanto (180-F-86) of second-ranked Pelita Jaya. Dewanto impressed basketball fans with 15 points and 3 rebounds. Of course he led Pelita Jaya to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Satya Wacana (#9, 4-12) 106-68. Pelita Jaya's second position in the standings has not changed. His team belongs to top of the standings with 14-1 record and is considered one of the main candidates for the league title. Dewanto is one of the most experienced players at Pelita Jaya and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was another Pelita Jaya's star - former international forward Andi Poedjakesuma (187-F-80). Poedjakesuma scored 19 points. He was another key player of Pelita Jaya, helping his team with a 106-68 easy win against the lower-ranked Satya Wacana (#9, 4-12). Many experts and fans count Pelita Jaya as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 14 victories and only one lost game. Poedjakesuma has a very solid season. In 14 games in Indonesia he scored 8.7ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Kristian Liem (201-C-94) of Aspac - 10 points and 9 rebounds
5. Merio Ferdiansyah (176-SG-85) of Stadium - 15 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Tri Hartanto (196-G-89) of Pelita Jaya - 14 points and 7 rebounds
7. Christ Gideon (188-F-84) of Garuda - 13 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Ponsianus Indrawan (191-C-85) of Pelita Jaya - 9 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Andre Adrianno (175-G-94) of Satya Wacana - 19 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Bayu Anggara (174-PG-91) of Stadium - 8 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


NBL Round 23: Satria Muda keeps a leadership position - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in NBL.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Satria Muda as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Satria Muda smashed 6th ranked Hangtuah in Jakarta 67-46. The game was mostly controlled by Satria Muda. Hangtuah managed to win third quarter 14-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Satria Muda held Hangtuah to an opponent 23.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Hangtuah 42-30 including a 37-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Satria Muda made 10 blocks. Avan Seputera orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points. point guard H Hardianus (175-92) contributed with 12 points for the winners. The former international Andrie Ekayana (182-82) answered with 12 points and 5 rebounds for Hangtuah. 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 at the top of the standings, which they share with Pelita Jaya. Hangtuah lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with eight games lost. Hangtuah will play next round against JNE BSC trying to get back on the winning streak. Satria Muda will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Stadium. It will be extra interesting game as Stadium is their local rival from Jakarta.
Bottom-ranked NSH GMC managed to get a third victory, breaking the series of four consecutive loses. This time they edged seventh-ranked Garuda in Bandung 56-53. It was a great evening for forward Raylly Pratama Putra (195-90) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Imanudin Husnuzan helped adding 11 points and 9 assists. Mohammad Rizal (195-93) responded with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. NSH GMC (3-11) moved-up to tenth place. Garuda lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Stadium. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game between fourth ranked CLS Knights (11-5) and 11th ranked Bimasakti (3-13) in Surabaya on Friday ended with biggest points difference. CLS Knights outscored guests from Sakti 75-53. It was a quality performance for Dwi Haryoko who led the winners and scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Yanuar Dwi Priasmoro came up with 18 points for Bimasakti in the defeat. 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. CLS Knights have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 11-5 record. Bimasakti at the other side dropped to the bottom position with 13 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.


CLS Knights - Bimasakti 75-53

The game between fourth ranked CLS Knights (11-5) and 11th ranked Bimasakti (3-13) in Surabaya on Friday ended with biggest points difference. CLS Knights outscored guests from Sakti 75-53. CLS Knights dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Bimasakti's 24. CLS Knights forced 24 Bimasakti turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a quality performance for the former international forward Dwi Haryoko (193-85) who led the winners and scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Center H Herman (193-89) accounted for 9 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Yanuar Dwi Priasmoro (178-89) came up with 18 points and center F Freddy (192-86) added 6 points and 16 rebounds respectively for Bimasakti in the defeat. 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. CLS Knights have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 11-5 record. Bimasakti at the other side dropped to the bottom position with 13 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
CLS Knights: D.Haryoko 16+8reb+3ast, A.A. Ngurah Budidharma 12+4reb+2ast, O.Arista 11+3reb, S.Febiansyakh 10+1ast, H.Herman 9+6reb+4ast, M.Wuysang 7+4reb+6ast
Bimasakti: Y.Dwi Priasmoro 18+3reb+3ast, R.Dwi Purnomo 16+3reb, F.Freddy 6+16reb+1ast, M.Alan As'Adi 5+1reb+2ast, D.Sartika 4+4reb+4ast, D.Wibowo 3+2reb+1ast
gschID: 370279


Garuda - NSH GMC 53-56

Bottom-ranked NSH GMC managed to get a third victory, breaking the series of four consecutive loses. This time they edged seventh-ranked Garuda in Bandung 56-53. The guests were tied after three quarters but managed to speed up in last quarter eventually winning the game. Garuda was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for forward Raylly Pratama Putra (195-90) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Imanudin Husnuzan (168-81) helped adding 11 points and 9 assists. Four NSH GMC players scored in double figures. Mohammad Rizal (195-93) responded with 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Diftha Pratama (186-89) scored 15 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. NSH GMC (3-11) moved-up to tenth place. Garuda lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Stadium. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
NSH GMC: R.Pratama Putra 14+10reb+2ast, I.Husnuzan 11+3reb+9ast, H.Kurniawan 10+4reb+1ast, J.Sucipto 10+8reb+1ast, B.Damanik 4+5reb+1ast, L.Alfian Eka Koswara 4+1reb
Garuda: M.Rizal 20+9reb+4ast, D.Pratama 15+3reb+2ast, J.Elyaday 9+2reb+2ast, C.Gideon 7+3reb+3ast, F.Minallah 2+3reb, J.Hasoloan 0
gschID: 370278


Satria Muda - Hangtuah 67-46

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Satria Muda as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Satria Muda smashed 6th ranked Hangtuah in Jakarta 67-46. The game was mostly controlled by Satria Muda. Hangtuah managed to win third quarter 14-13. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Satria Muda held Hangtuah to an opponent 23.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Hangtuah 42-30 including a 37-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Satria Muda made 10 blocks. Avan Seputera orchestrated the victory by scoring 15 points. Point guard H Hardianus (175-92) contributed with 12 points for the winners. The former international Andrie Ekayana (182-82) answered with 12 points and 5 rebounds and forward Tony Sugiharto (192-91) added 7 points in the effort for Hangtuah. 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 at the top of the standings, which they share with Pelita Jaya. Hangtuah lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with eight games lost. Hangtuah will play next round against JNE BSC trying to get back on the winning streak. Satria Muda will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Stadium. It will be extra interesting game as Stadium is their local rival from Jakarta.
Top scorers:
Satria Muda: A.Seputera 15+3reb+1ast, H.Hardianus 12+3reb+2ast, C.Ronaldo Sitepu 10+4reb+1ast, E.Sebayang 8+4reb+5ast, B.Siregar 5+4reb, A.Gunawan 5+4reb
Hangtuah: A.Ekayana 12+5reb+2ast, A.Sabara 9+3reb, T.Sugiharto 7+4reb+1ast, M.Joni 6+4reb+1ast, R.Orlando Uneputty 4+2ast, T.Wilopo 3+3reb+1ast
gschID: 370280



Indonesian NBL round 21 best performance: Valentino Wuwungan - by Eurobasket News

Forward Valentino Wuwungan (193-F-89) had an amazing evening in the last round for Stadium, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 21.
The 25-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 12 rebounds, while his team crushed Pacific Caesar (#9, 3-12) with 18-point margin 76-58. Stadium maintains the 8th position in Indonesian NBL. Stadium is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 6-9 record. It's Wuwungan's second year at Stadium and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Valentino Wuwungan has solid league stats. He is in league's top in rebounds (7th best: 7.6rpg) and averages impressive 1.3bpg.

The second best player in last round's games was another Stadium's star - 29-year old former international shooting guard Merio Ferdiansyah (176-SG-85). Ferdiansyah had a very good evening with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course together with Wuwungan he helped Stadium with another comfortable win 76-58 over slightly lower-ranked Pacific Caesar (#9, 3-12) being unquestionably team leader. Stadium's 8th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 6-9 record. Ferdiansyah is one of the most experienced players at Stadium and similarly like Valentino Wuwungan has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 11.9ppg (#9).

Third on the list of top players last round was former international center Ponsianus Indrawan (191-C-85) of Pelita Jaya (#3). Indrawan scored 17 points and grabbed ten rebounds. He was a key player of Pelita Jaya, leading his team to a 73-49 easy win against the lower-ranked Hangtuah (#6, 6-7). Many experts and fans count Pelita Jaya as a contender for championship title. Another victory and another confirmation that they may be right. Just look at their record: 14 victories and only one lost game. Indrawan has a great season in Indonesia. After 14 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.7rpg (5th best). He also has 1.1bpg and FGP: 56.5%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Firman Nugroho (201-C-90) of Satya Wacana - 10 points, 14 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Ferdinand Damanik (196-C-88) of Aspac - 23 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Rony Gunawan (194-C/F-80) of Satria Muda - 22 points and 6 rebounds
7. Muhammad Fauzia (184-F-88) of Pacific Caesar - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Erick Sebayang (180-G-83) of Satria Muda - 15 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Rachmad Utomo (180-SF-85) of CLS Knights - 6 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists
10. Respati Pamungkas (180-G-91) of Satya Wacana - 23 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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Giovonne Woods (ex Al Shurtah) joins Al Wehda !! - by Ahmad Madwar

Al Wehda Mecca (Premier League) agreed terms with 29-year old American guard Giovonne Woods (191-85kg-86, college: Cent.Washington). He started the season at Al Shurtah in Iraqi Superleague.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Woods' team made it to the Venezuelan LNB Semifinals in 2013. He was also voted Latinbasket.com All-Venezuelan LNB 2013 Import Player of the Year in 2013.
Woods has played also professionally in Austria (Kapfenberg Bulls), Spain (Tenerife) and Venezuela (Yaracuyanos).
He attended Central Washington University until 2009 and it is his sixth season as a professional player.

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Gaston's double-double lands him National League Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

25-year old power forward Chris Gaston (201-PF-89) had an amazing evening in the last round for Hapoel Migd.H. and receives a Eurobasket.com National League Player of the Week award for round 16.
He had a double-double of 34 points and 15 rebounds, while his team beat Maccabi H/H (#11, 6-10) 84-70. Hapoel Migd.H. maintains the 3rd position in Israeli National League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Hapoel Migd.H. will need more victories to improve their 11-5 record. Gaston turned to be Hapoel Migd.H.'s top player in his first season with the team. Fordham University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Gaston is in league's top in points (7th best: 22.0ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 12.3rpg) and averages solid 1.3bpg and 53.8% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Coty Clarke (201-F-92) of Hapoel Kazrin. He is American forward in his first season at Hapoel Kazrin. In the last game Clarke recorded impressive double-double of 29 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Hapoel Kazrin lost that game 77-82 to slightly higher-ranked Ironi Ramat Gan (#7, 9-7). This loss caused Hapoel Kazrin to drop to 8th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 8-8 record is not bad and everything may still change. Clarke is a newcomer at Hapoel Kazrin and quickly became one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Reeves Nelson (203-F-91) of Maccabi Raanana (#13). Nelson got into 30-points club by scoring 31 points in the last round. He went also for nineteen rebounds . Despite Nelson's great performance Maccabi Raanana lost 92-99 to the higher-ranked Elitzur Yavne (#6, 9-7). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Maccabi Raanana can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 4-12 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Too bad for Nelson he does not play for a better team. But maybe if he did, his season stats would not be that high. Nelson has a very solid season. In 4 games in Israel he scored 18.0ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Brandon Brown (199-PF-85) of Netanya - 28 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Mark Tyndale (196-G-86) of Elitzur Yavne - 17 points, 14 rebounds and 8 assists
6. Dallis Joyner (203-F/C-90) of Ironi K-A - 17 points, 15 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Wendell McKines (198-F-88) of Elitzur Ashkelon - 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Shannon Shorter (193-G-89) of Hapoel G/A - 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Anthony Fisher (191-G-86) of Elitzur Ramla - 33 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Terrence Watson (200-F-87) of Maccabi K/G - 24 points and 11 rebounds

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  IVORY COAST  


Yulon Luxgen welcomes back Lamizana - by Eurobasket News

Yulon Luxgen (SBL) landed 34-year old French-Ivorian power forward Herve Lamizana (208-98kg-81, college: Rutgers). It is actually his comeback to Yulon Luxgen as he played here before. Lamizana played recently at Halc.Xalapa in Mexican LNBP. In 5 games he averaged 9.6ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.6apg and 2.0bpg this season. He also played at Al Ahli (Premier League) in Bahrain earlier that season. The last season Lamizana played at Soles (LNB) in Dominican Rep. league. In 19 games he had very impressive stats: 15.3ppg, 6.2rpg, 1.5apg and 2.4bpg. It was a very successful season in his career as he was selected to Latinbasket.com All-Dominican Rep. LNB Honorable Mention. The last (13-14) summer Lamizana played at Air21 Express (PBA) in Filipino league. In four games he had also remarkable stats: 20.0ppg, 12.0rpg, 3.0apg and 3.8bpg. The last (13-14) season he played at Sichuan Blue Whales (CBA) in Chinese league. In 6 games he had 13.8ppg, 8.3rpg, 1.3apg and 1.5bpg.
The previous (12-13) season Lamizana played at Yulon Luxgen. In 20 games he was second best scorer with high stats: 21.8ppg and recorded 12.3rpg (#4 in the league), 3.7apg (top 3), 1.2spg and 3.3bpg in 2012-13 season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. He can count that season as a very successful as was selected to Asia-basket.com All-Taiwanese SBL 2nd Team. Lamizana represented France at the Afrobasket Championships in Abidjan (Ivory Coast) two years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 10.4ppg, 6.0rpg, 1.4apg, Blocks-1 (2.4bpg), FGP: 42.1%, FT: 56.8%.
Lamizana is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Israel, Japan (Hamamatsu Phoenix), Lebanon (Al Riyadi), Puerto Rico (Vaqueros and Indios), Turkey, China (TianJin Steel), Dominican Republic (Enriquillo) and Libya (Nasr).
Lamizana attended Rutgers, The State University until 2004 and it is his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball.
His game is described as: You have to love his size, versatility and enormous potential.
Herve Lamizana is a smooth, graceful athlete and one of the top shot-blockers in the nation...has the ability to score both from the perimeter and on the inside.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  JAPAN  

Standings - JBL

NBL Standings
Eastern
 1. Hitachi SR 24-6 
 2. Tochigi Brex 20-9 
 3. Toshiba BT 19-9 
 4. Chiba Jets 17-13 
 5. Toyota Alvark 15-12 
 6. Hokkaido L. 7-23 
Western
 1. Aishin SH 24-2 
 2. Mitsubishi DD 20-6 
 3. Hiroshima D. 14-12 
 4. Hyogo S. 11-16 
 5. Kumamoto V. 3-23 
 6. Tsukuba R. 2-27 
Folded
 1. Wakayama T. 4-22 

Regular Season: Round 28

Feb. 6: Hyogo S. - Chiba Jets 63-80
Feb. 7: Toyota Alvark - Mitsubishi DD
Feb. 7: Aishin SH - Toshiba BT
Feb. 7: Hyogo S. - Chiba Jets
Feb. 7: Kumamoto V. - Tsukuba R.
Feb. 7: Hiroshima D. - Hokkaido L.
Feb. 7: Wakayama T. - Tochigi Brex


Stats Leaders - JBL Superleague

Points Per Game
 Amath M'BAYE
  Mi.
  (206-F-89)
  Avg: 25.2
 1. M'Baye, Mi.25.2 
 2. Fazekas, Toshiba23.5 
 3. Tillman, Hokkaido21.9 
 4. Kanamaru, Aishin S.20.3 
 5. Rossiter, Tochigi19.0 
 6. Green, Kumamoto V.18.8 
 7. Heytvelt, Hitac.17.5 
 8. Butts, Hyogo S.16.6 
 9. Burrell, Chiba Jets16.4 
 10. Parker, Toyota A.15.3 
Rebounds Per Game
 Isaac BUTTS
  Hyogo S.
  (208-C-89)
  Avg: 14.6
 1. Butts, Hyogo S.14.6 
 2. Fazekas, Toshiba12.6 
 3. Rossiter, Tochigi12.2 
 4. Heytvelt, Hitac.10.6 
 5. Reynolds, Tsuku.9.9 
 6. Burrell, Chiba Jets9.4 
 7. Tillman, Hokkaido9.2 
 8. Gibbs, Toyota A.9.1 
 9. Faye, Hiroshima D.9.0 
 10. Parker, Toyota A.8.9 
Assists Per Game
 Yuta TABUSE
  Tochigi .
  (173-G-80)
  Avg: 4.5
 1. Tabuse, Tochigi4.5 
 2. Matsuzaki, Kumamo.4.1 
 3. Hirao, Hiroshima D.3.9 
 4. Johnson, Hitachi3.5 
 5. Sakuragi, Aishin SH3.5 
 6. Brenton, Tochigi3.5 
 7. Tajima, Hokkaido.3.4 
 8. Abe, Hokkaido L.3.3 
 9. Nishimura, Chiba J.2.9 
 10. Igarashi, Mitsubi.2.8 
Steals Per Game
 Jerome TILLMAN
  Hokkaido L.
  (201-F-87)
  Avg: 2.1
 1. Tillman, Hokkaido2.1 
 2. M'Baye, Mi.1.8 
 3. Igarashi, Mitsubis.1.8 
 4. Gibbs, Toyota A.1.8 
 5. Matsuzaki, Kumamo.1.7 
 6. Hirose, Hitachi SR1.6 
 7. Parker, Toyota A.1.6 
 8. Kashiwagi, Aishin1.6 
 9. Abe, Hokkaido L.1.4 
 10. Abe, Wakayama T.1.4 
Blocks Per Game
 Xavier GIBSON
  Toyota A.
  (210-F/C-88)
  Avg: 1.9
 1. Gibson, Toyota A.1.9 
 2. Edwards, Aishin SH1.4 
 3. Faye, Hiroshima D.1.3 
 4. Fazekas, Toshiba1.3 
 5. Chapman, Hiroshim.1.2 
 6. Awere, Kumamoto V.1.2 
 7. Brown, Hitachi SR1.2 
 8. Rossiter, Tochigi1.2 
 9. Sakamoto, Mitsubis.1.1 
 10. Parker, Toyota A.1.1 


Tapiolan Honka signs Greg Logins, ex Fukuoka Rizing - by Greg

Tapiolan Honka (Korisliiga) signed 27-year old American forward Greg Logins (203-105kg-88, college: Canisius). The contract was signed for the reminder of the season. Greg started the season at Fukuoka Rizing in Japanese BJ League. In 30 games he had 9.8ppg, 6.4rpg and 1.4apg. Player is well known in Finland as the last season he played at Lappeenranta NMKY. In 44 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.6ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.2apg and 1.1spg.
Logins has played previously professionally in Mexico (Barreteros) and Morocco (IRT Tanger).
He attended Canisius College until 2011 and it is his fourth season as a professional player.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Austin Toros tab Khyle Marshall, ex Yokohama BC - by Eurobasket News

Austin Spurs inked 23-year old forward Khyle Marshall (198-98kg-92, college: Butler). He played recently at Yokohama B-Corsairs in Japanese BJ League. In 8 games he averaged 14.4ppg, 7.9rpg and 1.4apg this season. Marshall also spent pre-season at D-Fenders earlier that year.
Among other achievements his team made it to the Atlantic 10 Tournament Semifinals in 2013. Marshall received also .two-time Sun Sentinel Class 6A-5A-4A Player of the Year award back in 2009 and 2010 at his college time. Marshall represented USA at the World Championships U19 in Latvia four years ago. His stats at that event were 9 games: 5.7ppg, 3.0rpg, FGP: 47.7%, FT: 60.0%.
Marshall graduated from Butler University in 2014 and it is his first season in pro basketball.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  KOSOVO  


Prishtina tabs Demontez Stitt - by Dren Shporta

Sigal Prishtina tabed american point guard, Demontez Stitt (187-PG-89, college: Clemson), that played recently at Fuerza Regia in Mexico.

Stitt is expected to come to the team during this weekend and will be available for the next match of Balkan League with Sutjeska.

He had 12.8 points, 3.3 assist and 2.4 rebound average scored with his former team recently, while before that he made a career at Israeli league with Maccabi Haifa and Hapoel Tel Aviv.

This is the next signing of Sigal Prishtina after they reached agreement with macedonian Bojan Trajkovski.

Sigal Prishtina is leader of kosovan Super League while wants also the Final Four of Balkan League.


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  LATVIA  

Standings - LBAL

LBL2 Standings
Places 1-10
 1. RSU 12-0 
 2. Ogre 10-2 
 3. Marupe 9-3 
 4. ViA 6-5 
 5. Pardaguava 6-6 
 6. VeA 6-7 
 7. VEF skola 4-6 
 8. Gulbene 3-8 
 9. Jugla 2-11 
 10. Jekabpils II 1-11 
Places 11-16
 1. Livani 5-2 
 2. Ridzene 5-2 
 3. RTU 5-3 
 4. Limbazi 4-4 
 5. DSN 3-5 
 6. Valmiera BSS 1-7 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 5

Feb. 5: Ridzene - Valmiera BSS 80-64
Feb. 4: DSN - Limbazi 78-84
Feb. 6: RTU - Livani 66-92
Feb. 12: Valmiera BSS - RTU
Feb. 13: Livani - DSN
Feb. 13: Limbazi - Ridzene


LBL D2 Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Karlis Pauls LASMANIS
  Jurmala
  (197-G-94)
  Avg: 19.8
 1. Lasmanis, Jurmala19.8 
 2. Freibergs, Valmiera19.1 
 3. Kikuts, Livani18.3 
 4. Jaunzems, LU18.3 
 5. Ivanovs, Valmiera.17.9 
 6. Pabrieza, Livani16.1 
 7. Avenitis, Jugla15.9 
 8. Paegle, Gulbene15.9 
 9. Sipolins, Jurmala15.7 
 10. Bets, Ogre15.7 
Rebounds Per Game
 Klavs CAVARS
  VeA
  (205-C-96)
  Avg: 12.5
 1. Cavars, VeA12.5 
 2. Lasmanis, Ogre10.4 
 3. Saulitis, DSN10.3 
 4. Jaunzems, LU10.2 
 5. Adins, Turiba9.2 
 6. Sipolins, Jurmala8.8 
 7. Paegle, Gulbene8.6 
 8. Freibergs, Valmiera8.6 
 9. Liberts, Jekabpil.8.6 
 10. Kikuts, Livani8.1 
Assists Per Game
 Daumants PABRIEZA
  Livani
  (183-G-87)
  Avg: 5.1
 1. Pabrieza, Livani5.1 
 2. Bikovs, RTU4.9 
 3. Lasmanis, Ogre4.8 
 4. Feikners, VEF skola4.6 
 5. Birkans, DSN4.4 
 6. Grinbergs, VeA4.2 
 7. Pabrieza, Ogre4.1 
 8. Vecens, LU3.8 
 9. Bets, Ogre3.8 
 10. Kohanovs, Jekabp.3.7 
Steals Per Game
 Nauris BIKOVS
  RTU
  (183-G-93)
  Avg: 3.5
 1. Bikovs, RTU3.5 
 2. Vecens, LU3.1 
 3. Freibergs, Valmiera2.8 
 4. Lasmanis, Jurmala2.6 
 5. Bergmanis, ViA2.5 
 6. Melderis, VEF s.2.4 
 7. Motivans, Marupe2.2 
 8. Pabrieza, Ogre2.1 
 9. Jaunzems, LU2.1 
 10. Liepins, LMT B.2.1 
Blocks Per Game
 Klavs CAVARS
  VeA
  (205-C-96)
  Avg: 3
 1. Cavars, VeA3.0 
 2. Jurjans, RSU1.6 
 3. Hlebowicki, Ogre1.4 
 4. Metnieks, Marupe1.3 
 5. Engers, LU1.1 
 6. Grinbergs, ViA1.1 
 7. Freibergs, Valmiera1.1 
 8. Kivrins, Valmiera.1.0 
 9. Niedra, Pardaguava1.0 
 10. Dembskis, DSN0.9 


Best players of Latvian LBL round 40 - by Eurobasket News

Former international Center Lauris Blaus (208-C-90) had a very impressive game in the last round for league's leader Liepaja/Triobet and that's him to receive a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 40.
The 24-year old center had a double-double of 18 points and seventeen rebounds, while his team beat Jurmala (#2, 14-6) 70-65. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Liepaja/Triobet to consolidate first place in the Latvian LBL. Liepaja/Triobet have a solid 16-4 record. It's Blaus' second year at Liepaja/Triobet and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Blaus has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (4th best: 14.1ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 7.7rpg) and averages solid 58.6% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was 32-year old former international center Kaspars Cipruss (210-C-82) of Barons kv. Cipruss impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Barons kv lost that game 65-73 to slightly higher-ranked Ventspils (#3, 11-1). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Barons kv still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 11-10 record is not bad at all. Cipruss is one of the most experienced players at Barons kv and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Lithuanian Vytenis Cizauskas (187-SG-92) of Valmiera (#7). Cizauskas showcased his all-around game by recording 19 points, five rebounds and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Valmiera, leading his team to a 78-72 win against slightly higher-ranked Jekabpils (#5, 10-11). The chances of Valmiera not to end season at such low position in the league, however are less than slim as they have already lost 14 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Cizauskas could try to bring Valmiera's a little bit higher in the standings. Cizauskas has a very solid season. In 8 games in Latvia he scored 14.6ppg. He also has 4.9rpg, 4.3apg and FGP: 56.5%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Agnis Cavars (197-F-86) of Jelgava - 11 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Ervins Jonats (203-F-91) of Jurmala - 17 points and 10 rebounds
6. Armands Osins (190-PG-91) of LU - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Denis Krestinin (200-F-94) of Jelgava - 12 points and 12 rebounds
8. Edgars Jeromanovs (186-PG-86) of Jurmala - 10 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Visvaldis Bikse (188-F-93) of LU - 16 points and 2 rebounds
10. Andrejs Selakovs (207-C-88) of Jekabpils - 9 points and 8 rebounds

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  LEBANON  

Standings - Division A

Division A Standings
 1. Al Riyadi 8-1 
 2. Sagesse 7-3 
 3. UBA 6-4 
 4. Tadamon 4-5 
 5. Homenetm. B 4-5 
 6. Champville 4-5 
 7. Moutahed 4-6 
 8. Hoops 1-9 

Regular Season: Round 10

Feb. 6: UBA - Sagesse 92-89
Jan. 31: Hoops - Moutahed 87-85
Feb. 8: Al Riyadi - Tadamon
Feb. 7: Homenetm. B - Champville


Stats Leaders - Men

Points Per Game
 Terrell STOGLIN
  Sagesse
  (185-G-91)
  Avg: 33.3
 1. Stoglin, Sagesse33.3 
 2. Tskitishvili, Cham.26.1 
 3. Youngblood, UBA25.1 
 4. McCants, Homenetm.23.0 
 5. Petty, Moutahed22.8 
 6. Penigar, Sagesse21.0 
 7. Terry, Tadamon19.6 
 8. Fraser, Homenetm.19.3 
 9. Vukosavljevi., Tad.17.6 
 10. Massey, Al Riyadi16.1 
Rebounds Per Game
 Michael FRASER
  Homenetm.
  (203-C-84)
  Avg: 14.1
 1. Fraser, Homenetm.14.1 
 2. Tskitishvili, Cham.12.6 
 3. Nelson, Hoops11.2 
 4. Vukosavljevi., Tad.10.4 
 5. Tabet, Moutahed10.0 
 6. Penigar, Sagesse9.6 
 7. Terry, Tadamon9.4 
 8. Vogel, Homenetm. B9.2 
 9. Watkins, Moutahed9.1 
 10. Khazzouh, Sagesse9.0 
Assists Per Game
 Perry PETTY
  Moutahed
  (185-PG-88)
  Avg: 6.8
 1. Petty, Moutahed6.8 
 2. Ibrahim, UBA6.4 
 3. Mezher, Hoops5.7 
 4. Youngblood, UBA5.4 
 5. Akl, Sagesse5.2 
 6. Ketenjian, Homenet.5.0 
 7. Stoglin, Sagesse4.8 
 8. Ismail, Al Riyadi4.6 
 9. Terry, Tadamon4.4 
 10. McCants, Homenet.3.7 
Steals Per Game
 Perry PETTY
  Moutahed
  (185-PG-88)
  Avg: 3
 1. Petty, Moutahed3.0 
 2. Nelson, Hoops2.6 
 3. Stoglin, Sagesse2.4 
 4. Mezher, Hoops2.2 
 5. Massey, Al Riyadi2.1 
 6. Ketenjian, Homenet.2.0 
 7. Ismail, Al Riyadi1.9 
 8. Saoud, Al Riyadi1.9 
 9. Youngblood, UBA1.7 
 10. McCants, Homenet.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Hamady N'DIAYE
  UB.
  (212-C-87)
  Avg: 2.8
 1. N'Diaye, UB.2.8 
 2. Watkins, Moutahed2.1 
 3. Khazzouh, Sagesse1.8 
 4. Vogel, Homenetm. B1.7 
 5. Tabet, Tadamon1.6 
 6. Tskitishvili, Cham.1.4 
 7. Ismail, Al Riyadi1.3 
 8. Terry, Tadamon1.3 
 9. Fraser, Homenetm.1.1 
 10. Vukosavljevi., Ta.0.9 



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  LIGA AMERICAS  

Standings

Liga Americas Standings
Group A
 1 Penarol 3-0 
 2 S.Jose/Unimed 2-1 
 3 Fuerza Regia 1-2 
 4 Leones 0-3 
Group B
 1 Flamengo 2-1 
 2 Pioneros 2-1 
 3 Malvin 2-1 
 4 Los Leones 0-3 
Group C
 1 Regatas C. 3-0 
 2 Halc.Rojos 2-1 
 3 Paulistano 1-2 
 4 Marinos 0-3 
Group D
 1 Bauru 1-0 
 2 Trotamundos 1-0 
 3 Arecibo 0-1 
 4 Patriotas 0-1 

Regular Season: Round 10

Feb. 6: Patriotas - Trotamundos 88-98
Feb. 6: Bauru - Arecibo 82-71

Regular Season: Round 11

Feb. 7: Trotamundos - Bauru
Feb. 7: Arecibo - Patriotas


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Aaron NELSON
  Los Leones
  (203-F-)
  Avg: 24
 1. Nelson, Los Leones24.0 
 2. Winston, Malvin22.7 
 3. Herrmann, Flamengo21.0 
 4. Berdiel, Fuerza Re.20.7 
 5. Phelps, Fuerza R.20.3 
 6. Laprovittola, Flam.18.3 
 7. Washington, Los L.18.3 
 8. Keenan, Pioneros18.0 
 9. Rodriguez, Flame.17.3 
 10. Gutierrez, Penarol17.3 
Rebounds Per Game
 Lance ALLRED
  Fuerza Regia
  (211-C-81)
  Avg: 11.7
 1. Allred, Fuerza Reg.11.7 
 2. Rodriguez, Flame.10.3 
 3. Nelson, Los Leones10.0 
 4. Giddens, Penarol9.7 
 5. Rodrigues, S.Jose.9.0 
 6. Narvaez, Leones8.7 
 7. Felicio, Flamengo8.3 
 8. Phelps, Fuerza R.8.0 
 9. Winston, Malvin7.7 
 10. Hernandez, Pioner.7.3 
Assists Per Game
 Nicolas LAPROVITTOLA
  Flame.
  (193-PG-90)
  Avg: 10.3
 1. Laprovittola, Flam.10.3 
 2. Hopson, Regatas C.7.3 
 3. Munoz, Leones5.7 
 4. Silva, S.Jose/U.5.3 
 5. Laws, S.Jose/U.5.0 
 6. Clemente, Pioneros5.0 
 7. Penna, Paulistano5.0 
 8. Mazzarino, Malvin4.7 
 9. Angley, Pioneros4.7 
 10. Berdiel, Fuerza R.4.3 
Steals Per Game
 Andre LAWS
  S.Jose/U.
  (188-G-80)
  Avg: 2.7
 1. Laws, S.Jose/U.2.7 
 2. Rodriguez, Flame.2.7 
 3. Konsztadt, Penarol2.3 
 4. Laprovittola, Flam.2.0 
 5. Berdiel, Fuerza Re.1.7 
 6. Ramos, Halc.Rojos1.7 
 7. Baxter, S.Jose/U.1.7 
 8. Penna, Paulistano1.7 
 9. Davis, Fuerza Regia1.7 
 10. Hunter, Fuerza R.1.3 
Blocks Per Game
 Josimar AYARZA
  Fuerza R.
  (205-F-87)
  Avg: 2
 1. Ayarza, Fuerza R.2.0 
 2. Rollins, Regatas C.2.0 
 3. Espinoza, Regat.1.3 
 4. Munoz, Leones1.0 
 5. Zamora, Halc.Rojos1.0 
 6. Leiva, Penarol1.0 
 7. Washington, Los L.1.0 
 8. Giorgetti, Penarol1.0 
 9. Brussino, Regat.0.7 
 10. Nelson, Los Leon.0.7 


Results and Stats from Day 1 in Tunja - by Eurobasket News

Group D
Bauru - Arecibo 82-71
Bauru got to the winning start of their Liga Americas campaign. They overcame Capitanos de Arecibo in Group D opener in Tunja. Rafael Hettsheimer (206-C-86) stepped up with 23 points to pace the Brazilian team. Bauru opened a 20:13 lead after the opening quarter. They sank 25 points in the second frame to gain an 18-point halftime advantage. Capitanos pulled closer in the third quarter. The Puerto Rican powerhouse cut the distance at 9-point mark heading into the final frame. But Bauru unloaded 23 points in the fourth quarter and iced the win. Alex Ribeiro (191-G-80, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 14 points and 7 assists, while Larry Taylor (185-PG-80, college: Missouri Western) added 13 points for Bauru. Edward Santana (203-F/C-80) responded with 21 points and 10 rebounds for Capitanos. Blake Ahearn (188-PG-84, college: Missouri St.) chipped in 16 points in the loss.

Patriotas - Trotamundos 88-98
Trotamundos registered the first victory in Liga Americas Group D. They overcame Patriotas de Boyarca in the opener. Robert Glenn (201-PF-89, agency: Duran International, college: IUPUI) was responsible for 30 points and 10 rebounds to pace the Venezuelan team. Trotamundos dropped 28 points in the first period to gain a 7-point lead. Patriotas unleashed 29 points in the second term to pull within a single point at halftime. But the visitors stayed aggressive offensively in the third frame. Trotamundos dropped 27 points to ensure a 6-point lead heading into the fourth quarter 78:72. The Venezuelan side accounted for 20 points in the final stanza and celebrated victory. David Cubillan (181-PG-87, college: Marquette) had 13 points, while Dwight Lewis (197-SG-87, college: USC) added 16 points and 7 boards in the win. Horace Wormely (168-G-84, college: Vanguard) responded with 28 points and 8 assists for Patriotas. Prince Obasi (193-G-91, agency: Elite Talent Exchange, college: Seattle) had 21 points in the loss.


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Standings - NKL

NKL Standings
Places 1-7
 1. Perlas-MRU 24-7 
 2. Suduva-Mantinga 20-11 
 3. Ezerunas-Karys 20-11 
 4. Trakai 19-12 
 5. Nafta-Uni. 17-14 
 6. Petrochema 16-15 
 7. Zanavykas 16-16 
Places 8-14
 1. Delikatesas 16-16 
 2. Palanga 16-16 
 3. Zalgiris II 15-15 
 4. Rasai 13-18 
 5. Silute 11-21 
 6. Vilniaus 10-20 
 7. JAZZ-Diremta 5-26 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 7

Feb. 6: Nafta-Uni. - Perlas-MRU 99-82
Feb. 6: Vilniaus - Palanga 84-81
Feb. 6: Zanavykas - Ezerunas-Karys 84-70
Feb. 6: Silute - Zalgiris II 79-74
Feb. 6: Petrochema - Suduva-Mantinga 65-74
Feb. 6: JAZZ-Diremta - Delikatesas 63-69

Second Stage: Round 8

Feb. 7: Suduva-Mantinga - Petrochema
Feb. 7: Perlas-MRU - Nafta-Uni.
Feb. 7: Ezerunas-Karys - Zanavykas
Feb. 7: Zalgiris II - Silute
Feb. 7: Palanga - Vilniaus
Feb. 7: Delikatesas - JAZZ-Diremta


Stats Leaders - NKL

Points Per Game
 Sarunas VINGELIS
  Zanavykas
  (192-G-89)
  Avg: 22.2
 1. Vingelis, Zanavykas22.2 
 2. Kulevicius, Delika.21.9 
 3. Love-Roberts, Viln.19.4 
 4. Udras, Dzukija19.2 
 5. Matulis, Ezerunas.18.2 
 6. Baniulis, Ezerun.17.6 
 7. Bagdonaviciu., Del.16.8 
 8. Hawkins, JA.16.5 
 9. Guscikas, Rasai16.1 
 10. Drungilas, Palanga15.9 
Rebounds Per Game
 Antanas UDRAS
  Dzukija
  (203-F-92)
  Avg: 9.7
 1. Udras, Dzukija9.7 
 2. Bagdonaviciu., Del.9.6 
 3. Kazakauskas, Naft.9.5 
 4. Guscikas, Rasai9.3 
 5. Drungilas, Palanga9.0 
 6. Brusokas, Trakai9.0 
 7. Kuzminskas, Ezerun.7.6 
 8. Petrileviciu., Sud.7.4 
 9. Anglickis, Delikat.7.4 
 10. Echodas, Zalgiris.7.3 
Assists Per Game
 Paulius MALASAUSKAS
  Zanav.
  (187-G-91)
  Avg: 6.4
 1. Malasauskas, Zana.6.4 
 2. Dainys, JA.5.2 
 3. Domarkas, Perla.5.0 
 4. Anuzis, Palanga4.9 
 5. Urbonas, Petro.4.1 
 6. Molosciakas, Silute4.0 
 7. Ginevicius, Zalgir.4.0 
 8. Kulevicius, Delika.3.9 
 9. Galeckas, Ezerun.3.6 
 10. Semaska, Silute3.6 
Steals Per Game
 Gintautas MATULIS
  Ezerunas.
  (195-F/G-86)
  Avg: 1.9
 1. Matulis, Ezerunas.1.9 
 2. Love-Roberts, Viln.1.9 
 3. Malasauskas, Zana.1.9 
 4. Bickauskis, Trakai1.8 
 5. Ginevicius, Zalgir.1.8 
 6. Dainys, JA.1.8 
 7. Vaitkus, Nafta-Uni.1.7 
 8. Lekys, Trakai1.7 
 9. Kulevicius, Delika.1.7 
 10. Birgelis, Delikat.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Karolis GUSCIKAS
  Rasai
  (205-C-92)
  Avg: 2.2
 1. Guscikas, Rasai2.2 
 2. Kymantas, Prienai1.1 
 3. Kuzminskas, Ezerun.1.1 
 4. Labutis, Suduva.1.0 
 5. Milinskas, Petroch.1.0 
 6. Matulis, Ezerunas.0.9 
 7. Drungilas, Palanga0.8 
 8. Vorotnikovas, Petr.0.8 
 9. Anglickis, Delikat.0.7 
 10. Kubilius, Palanga0.7 


Dominikas Matutis agreed terms with Palanga - by Eurobasket News

Naglis Palangos (NKL) inked 24-year old point guard Dominikas Matutis (180-70kg-91). He played recently at Silute in Lithuanian NKL league. In 12 games he recorded 12.7ppg, 2.2rpg and 4.2apg this season. Matutis also played at Nafta-Uni-Akvaservis Klaipeda (previous name Nafta-Uni.) earlier that season. In 12 NKL games he averaged 4.9ppg, 1.4rpg and 2.3apg.
He has played previously for two other Lithuania teams: Klaipedos Tekoda and Gargzdai-Bremena.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  LUXEMBOURG  

Standings

Total Standings
Places 1-6
 1. Amicale 18-1 
 2. T71 17-2 
 3. Etzella 12-7 
 4. Soleuvre 10-9 
 5. Basket Esch 9-10 
 6. Musel Pikes 9-10 
Places 7-14
 1. Sparta 2-0 
 2. Heffingen 1-0 
 3. Larochette 1-0 
 4. Residence 1-0 
 5. Black Star 0-1 
 6. Racing 0-1 
 7. Contern 0-1 
 8. Bascharage 0-2 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 2

Places 1-6

Feb. 7: T71 - Soleuvre
Feb. 8: Basket Esch - Musel Pikes
Feb. 8: Etzella - Amicale

Places 7-14

Feb. 6: Sparta - Bascharage 85-71
Feb. 7: Racing - Contern
Feb. 7: Black Star - Heffingen
Feb. 7: Residence - Larochette



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  MEXICO  

Standings - LNBP

LNBP Standings
 1. Halc.Rojos 27-7 
 2. Soles 26-10 
 3. Halc.Xalapa 25-8 
 4. Pioneros 25-8 
 5. Fuerza Regia 18-15 
 6. Jefes 18-15 
 7. Huracanes 17-17 
 8. Abejas 17-18 
 9. Titanicos 16-20 
 10. Gigantes 13-21 
 11. Panteras 13-22 
 12. Correcaminos 10-25 
 13. Gansos 9-27 
 14. Barreteros 6-27 

Regular Season: Round 37

Feb. 6: Fuerza Regia - Halc.Rojos 99-93 OT
Feb. 2: Gansos - Soles 84-121
Feb. 5: Huracanes - Panteras 83-64
Feb. 5: Titanicos - Gigantes 82-77
Feb. 5: Correcaminos - Barreteros 82-63
Feb. 4: Huracanes - Panteras 76-85
Feb. 5: Abejas - Pioneros 63-70

Regular Season: Round 38

Feb. 7: Abejas - Gigantes
Feb. 7: Titanicos - Pioneros
Feb. 8: Fuerza Regia - Halc.Xalapa
Feb. 7: Jefes - Halc.Rojos
Feb. 7: Huracanes - Barreteros
Feb. 7: Correcaminos - Panteras
Feb. 7: Gansos - Soles



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Standings - Men

D1 Standings
North
 1. CRA Hoceima 7-1 
 2. FAR Rabat 7-2 
 3. IRT Tanger 5-3 
 4. MCO 4-3 
 5. MAF Fes 3-6 
 6. RSB Berkane 2-6 
 7. KAC 2-7 
South
 1. ASS Sale 7-0 
 2. WAC 5-2 
 3. FUS Rabat 5-3 
 4. Nahda Tan-Tan 5-4 
 5. Essaouira 4-4 
 6. RCA Casabl. 1-8 
 7. MSR 0-8 


D1 Round 11: FAR Rabat beats IRT Tanger by one after a very close game - by Eurobasket News

The most exciting game of round 11 in the D1 took place in Tanger. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 3rd placed IRT Tanger (5-3) to second ranked FAR Rabat (7-2) 85-84 in the game for the second place. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of IRT Tanger. FAR Rabat maintains second place with 7-2 record having just -2 point less than leader CRA Hoceima. IRT Tanger at the other side keeps the third position with three games lost. They share it with FUS Rabat.
Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Rabat: FUS Rabat (#3) and MSR (#7). FUS Rabat (5-3) crushed visiting MSR (0-8) by 40 points 77-37. FUS Rabat maintains third place with 5-3 record having just one point less than leader CRA Hoceima, which they share with IRT Tanger. Newly promoted MSR still closes the standings with eight games lost.
An interesting game for ASS Sale (7-0) which hosted in Sale 4th placed Essaouira (4-4). Leader ASS Sale had an easy win 95-71. Undefeated ASS Sale have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. Defending champion maintains first place with 7-0 record. Loser Essaouira dropped to the fifth position with four games lost.
D1 top team - CRA Hoceima (7-1) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked MAF Fes (3-6) in Al Hoceima 74-50. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for CRA Hoceima. They maintain first place with 7-1 record. MAF Fes at the other side keep the fifth position with six games lost.
The game in Berkane was also quite interesting. 6th ranked KAC (2-7) played at the court of seventh ranked RSB Berkane (2-6). RSB Berkane defeated KAC 84-68 on Saturday. RSB Berkane moved-up to sixth place. KAC lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost.

In the last game of round 11 Nahda Tan-Tan beat RCA Casabl. on the road 57-52.

CRA Hoceima - MAF Fes RCA Casabl. (1-8) in Casablanca 57-52 on Sunday. The victory was the third consecutive win for Nahda Tan-Tan. They moved-up to fourth place. RCA Casabl. lost their fifth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the sixth position with eight games lost.
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  MPBA  

MPBA Standings

MPBA Standings
 1. Bloomington F. 5-1 
 2. Champaign S. 5-1 
 3. St.Louis RS 5-2 
 4. Chicago F. 2-4 
 5. Windy City G. 1-4 
 6. Gateway S. 1-7 

Regular Season: Round 6

Feb. 5: Gateway S. - St.Louis RS 81-122
Feb. 5: Champaign S. - Chicago F. 130-102
Feb. 8: Bloomington F. - Chicago F.
Feb. 8: Windy City G. - Champaign S.


MPBA - Swarm return home to face Groove - by Craig Fata

February 6, 2015

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - The Champaign Swarm (5-1) return home after a successful two-game road swing that saw Chris Daleo's team sweep the tenants of Chicago's Kroc Center.

The Swarm beat the Windy City Groove on January 30 and then the Chicago Force on February 5, both in Chicago. The Swarm host the Groove (1-4) Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at Parkland College in Champaign in the third of their four meetings this year. Champaign won the first two contests, 115-89 and 92-84. It will be the Swarm's first home appearance since their first loss of the season, a 102-81 rout at the hands of the Bloomington Flex on January 29.

Champaign has added two players in advance of the matchup: Livan Pyfrom (6'11'-C-78, college: Creighton), a 6'11" center from Creighton with a wealth of overseas and NBA D-League experience, who will also serve as an assistant coach; and Avery Smith (6'4'-G-86, college: Wisc.-Milwaukee), a 6'3" guard from Wisconsin-Milwaukee, who also has extensive foreign experience. Pyfrom, 36, played for Daleo on the Rockford Lightning in the Continental Basketball Association in 2005.

The Groove, meanwhile, are trying to find their way back into the win column after an opening-day triumph on January 10. They have since lost four straight, the last two to the Swarm, and have been idle since January 30.

The last time the Swarm and Groove met, Windy City's Nate Fuqua (6'11'-G) scored 27 points despite nursing a dislocated finger on his shooting hand. Fuqua is averaging 19.5 points per game, second on the team to the recently signed Darrin Johnson (6'2'-G), who is averaging 26.0 after two games.

The game will be available live on the MPBA website free of charge. Pregame coverage with Scott Beatty begins at 2:50 p.m.


MPBA - Force host Flex as two of league's top three scorers clash Sunday - by Craig Fata

February 6, 2015

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - After stumbling out of the gate in the first game of a new season in a new league, the Bloomington Flex find themselves back in a familiar place: in first place, albeit, by way of a tiebreaker.
And the Flex's new head coach, Carlnel Wiley, Jr., doesn't want to lose that position heading when the postseason rolls around. But first, they have to take on the Chicago Force (2-4) Sunday at Kroc Center.
"I was disappointed we dropped that first game," Wiley said. "We had some unfamiliarity amongst ourselves, some nervousness heading into a new league, and the expectations of a two-year winning streak on our shoulders, and we just didn't get it done. I didn't like how that felt, and I know our veterans didn't, and they've stepped up to get us to where we are now."
Where they are now is in the midst of a more modest winning streak, five, and a tiebreak ahead of the Champaign Swarm for the top spot in the Midwest Professional Basketball Association. After that opening-night four-point loss to St. Louis, no team has gotten to within nine points of the Flex. Bloomington has been off since routing the Swarm 102-81 in Champaign on January 29.
"But we're not resting," Wiley said. "We've had some big wins, but when you're on top, the other teams will be gunning for you. They're making roster moves to compete with us, and we have to be ready."
The Force, meanwhile, should be ready for the pressure if the game is close late. Three of their last four games have been decided by three points or less. Most Valuable Player candidate Derrick McDonald (6'6'-G-85, college: Kennedy-King CC) leads Chicago in scoring at 24.3 points per game, which is good for third in the league behind the Flex's Justin Bocot (6'4'-G-88, college: S.Illinois) (27.2) and Windy City's Darrin Johnson (6'2'-G) (26.0). McDonald leads the MPBA in three of four rebounding categories-rebounds per game (12.8), total rebounds (77), and offensive rebounds (39).
Helping out Bocot on the offensive end for the Flex are Fabyon Harris (5'11'-PG-91, college: Texas A&M) (16.3 ppg), C.J. Hampton (6'4'-G, college: William Penn) (15.3), and Anthony Slack (6'8'-F/C-84, agency: Blacktop Management, college: Illinois St.) (15.0). Slack leads the Flex in rebounding with an 8.8 per-game average, and is second in the MPBA in blocked shots with 14.
Fans can watch the game live and in high definition free of charge on the MPBA website. Pregame coverage starts at 2:50 p.m.



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  NBA  

Standings

NBA Standings
Eastern Conference
Atlantic Div.
 1. Toronto R. 34-17 
 2. Brooklyn N. 21-28 
 3. Boston C. 19-30 
 4. Philadelph.76 11-40 
 5. New York K. 10-40 
Central Div.
 1. Cleveland C. 31-21 
 2. Chicago B. 30-20 
 3. Milwaukee B. 27-23 
 4. Detroit P. 20-31 
 5. Indiana P. 19-32 
Southeast Div.
 1. Atlanta H. 42-9 
 2. Washington W. 31-20 
 3. Charlotte H. 22-27 
 4. Miami Heat 21-29 
 5. Orlando M. 16-37 
Western Conference
Northwest Div.
 1. Portland TB 34-16 
 2. Oklah.City T. 25-25 
 3. Denver N. 19-32 
 4. Utah Jazz 17-33 
 5. Minnesota T. 10-40 
Pacific Div.
 1. Golden St.W. 39-9 
 2. LA Clippers 33-18 
 3. Phoenix Suns 29-23 
 4. Sacramento K. 17-31 
 5. LA Lakers 13-37 
Southwest Div.
 1. Memphis G. 37-13 
 2. Houston R. 35-15 
 3. Dallas M. 34-18 
 4. San Antonio S. 32-18 
 5. N.Orleans P. 27-23 

Regular Season: Round 97

Feb. 6: Detroit P. - Denver N. 98-88
Feb. 6: San Antonio S. - Miami Heat 98-85
Feb. 6: Brooklyn N. - New York K. 92-88
Feb. 6: Minnesota T. - Memphis G. 90-89
Feb. 6: Atlanta H. - Golden St.W. 124-116
Feb. 6: Toronto R. - LA Clippers 123-107
Feb. 6: Houston R. - Milwaukee B. 117-111
Feb. 6: Oklah.City T. - N.Orleans P. 113-116
Feb. 6: Boston C. - Philadelph.76 107-96
Feb. 6: Indiana P. - Cleveland C. 103-99
Feb. 6: Orlando M. - LA Lakers 103-97 OT
Feb. 6: Phoenix Suns - Utah Jazz 100-93

Regular Season: Round 98

Feb. 7: Chicago B. - N.Orleans P.
Feb. 7: Brooklyn N. - Washington W.
Feb. 7: Golden St.W. - New York K.
Feb. 7: Charlotte H. - Philadelph.76
Feb. 7: Portland TB - Dallas M.
Feb. 7: Boston C. - Milwaukee B.
Feb. 7: Sacramento K. - Utah Jazz


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 James HARDEN
  Houston R.
  (196-SG-89)
  Avg: 26.7
 1. Harden, Houston R.26.7 
 2. James, Clevelan.26.1 
 3. Westbrook, Oklah..26.1 
 4. Davis, N.Orleans P.24.9 
 5. Anthony, New Y.24.1 
 6. Cousins, Sacramen.23.7 
 7. Aldridge, Portland.23.7 
 8. Curry, Golden S.23.7 
 9. Thompson, Golden22.6 
 10. Griffin, LA Clipp.22.5 
Rebounds Per Game
 DeAndre JORDAN
  LA Clippers
  (211-C-88)
  Avg: 13.5
 1. Jordan, LA Clippers13.5 
 2. Drummond, Detro.13.0 
 3. Cousins, Sacramen.12.5 
 4. Chandler, Dallas M.12.1 
 5. Randolph, Memph.12.0 
 6. Gasol, Chicago B.12.0 
 7. Vucevic, Orlan.11.3 
 8. Howard, Houston R.11.0 
 9. Monroe, Detroit P.10.5 
 10. Davis, N.Orleans10.4 
Assists Per Game
 John WALL
  Washington W.
  (193-PG-90)
  Avg: 10.2
 1. Wall, Washington W.10.2 
 2. Lawson, Denver N.10.0 
 3. Paul, LA Clippers9.5 
 4. Rondo, Dallas M.8.7 
 5. Curry, Golden S.8.1 
 6. Westbrook, Oklah..7.6 
 7. Teague, Atlanta H.7.5 
 8. Carter-W., Philad.7.4 
 9. James, Clevelan.7.3 
 10. Lowry, Toronto R.7.2 
Steals Per Game
 Russell WESTBROOK
  Oklah..
  (190-PG-88)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. Westbrook, Oklah..2.3 
 2. Curry, Golden S.2.1 
 3. Leonard, San A.2.1 
 4. Ariza, Houston R.2.0 
 5. Harden, Houston R.2.0 
 6. Allen, Memphis G.2.0 
 7. Wall, Washington W.1.9 
 8. Paul, LA Clippers1.9 
 9. Brewer, Houston R.1.8 
 10. Butler, Chicago B.1.8 
Blocks Per Game
 Anthony DAVIS
  N.Orleans P.
  (208-C-93)
  Avg: 2.8
 1. Davis, N.Orleans P.2.8 
 2. Whiteside, Miami H.2.5 
 3. Jordan, LA Clippers2.4 
 4. Gasol, Chicago B.2.2 
 5. Ibaka, Oklah.Ci.2.2 
 6. Gobert, Utah Jazz2.1 
 7. Bogut, Golden S.1.8 
 8. Duncan, San A.1.8 
 9. Drummond, Detro.1.8 
 10. Hibbert, Indiana1.8 


Mavs Favorites To Ink Amare Stoudemire - by Eurobasket News

If Amare Stoudemire (6'11'-F-82) opts to pursue a buyout arrangement with the Knicks, the Mavericks would be considered the front-runners to sign the oft-injured big man, Tim MacMahon and Marc Stein of ESPN.com report. Stoudemire has said that he's unsure if he would indeed seek a buyout from New York, and he will use the upcoming All-Star break to make his decision. 'All possibilities at this point are still open,' Stoudemire said regarding the possibility of a buyout. 'The door is still open for that. But at the same time, I am with the Knicks now. I got to stay optimistic about things and what we are doing here. I can't really focus on the future because it's not here. We still have a couple weeks left before it's all said and done. It's a decision I have to make with my family to figure out the best scenario for the near future.' The Mavericks are still interested in inking Jermaine O'Neal (6'11'-F/C-78),, and are prepared to clear the necessary roster space to sign both players, the ESPN scribes add. Dallas' roster count is currently at 14 players, which means that the team would need to release a player or make an unbalanced trade in order to add both men to the team. The Mavs have been shorthanded in the frontcourt since dealing away Brandan Wright in the trade that netted them Rajon Rondo (6'1'-PG-86, college: Kentucky) from the Celtics, which makes both O'Neal and Stoudemire extremely valuable pieces to Dallas. The ESPN duo also report that Dallas will still be seeking to add a big man on a 10-day deal while O'Neal continues to try and work his way back into NBA shape. It should be noted that while the Mavs are reportedly the frontrunners to ink O'Neal, the player hasn't publicly announced which team he intends to join, and has only hinted at making a return to the NBA. Stoudemire, who is in the final season of a five-year, $99.7 million contract with the Knicks, is averaging 12.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.0 block in 24.9 minutes per contest. The 32-year-old is currently nursing an ankle injury, but he has played well this season for a floundering Knicks team. The Knicks reportedly engaged in internal discussions about a buyout for Stoudemire earlier this season, and team president Phil Jackson spoke with the Sixers this summer about a trade, but no deal was struck. With Stoudemire earning $23,410,988 this season, finding a trade partner prior to the February 19th deadline will likely be an impossible task, Marc J. Spears of Yahoo! Sports opined. The final day that Stoudemire could be waived and still be eligible to appear in the postseason for another team is March 1st.
Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com


Hawks beat Warriors, 124-116, in showdown of top NBA teams - by Eurobasket News

The Atlanta Hawks climbed back to the top of the NBA standings by leaning on their depth. Jeff Teague (6'2'-PG-88, college: Wake Forest) scored 23 points and the Atlanta Hawks overcame Golden State's one-two backcourt punch with balance, beating the Warriors, 124-116, on Friday night in a showdown between the NBA's two conference leaders. 'I think we share the ball more than they do,' said Atlanta's Dennis Schroder, who had nine points and seven assists off the bench. 'I think that's why we won the game tonight.' The anticipated matchup did not disappoint. It was tied 52-all at halftime and Atlanta led by four entering the final period. Back-to-back three-pointers by Mike Scott (6'8'-F-88, college: Virginia) and Kyle Korver (6'7'-F/G-81, college: Creighton), who each had 17 points, helped stretch the lead. The Hawks (42-9, .824) passed the Warriors (39-9, .813) for the league's best record. It was tempting for all - with the possible exception of Hawks coach Mike Budenholzer - to view the game as a possible NBA Finals preview. 'I don't think one bit about that,' Budenholzer said without a smile after the game. The Warriors leaned on their one-two punch of former WSU player Klay Thompson (6'7'-G-90, college: Washington St.), who had 29 points, and Stephen Curry (6'3'-PG-88, college: Davidson), who had 26 with nine assists. Golden State had only two other scorers in double figures. Courtesy of: seattletimes.com


Clippers fall to Raptors, 123-107, for first three-game losing streak - by Eurobasket News

The Clippers blew a 20-point lead and lost to the Toronto Raptors on Friday, 123-107, in the second game on back-to-back nights. This is the first time the Clippers have lost three in a row this season. The Raptors cut the Clippers' 20-point lead in the first quarter to two at halftime, 59-57. Then in the third quarter, the Raptors outscored the Clippers, 34-19 -- coincidentally, the same amount the Raptors were outscored by in the first -- to lead by as many as 16 points in the quarter. The Raptors held control in the fourth, pushing their advantage to 24 points. Clippers Coach Doc Rivers waved the white flag with 4 minutes 31 seconds left, subbing out starters Blake Griffin (6'10'-F-89, college: Oklahoma), DeAndre Jordan (6'11'-C-88, college: Texas A&M), Chris Paul and Matt Barnes (6'7'-F-80, college: UCLA). Griffin, who hung his head in his hands as the final buzzer sounded, led the Clippers with 26 points, nine assists and six rebounds. Paul had 22 points, nine assists and six rebounds. Jordan, who was playing despite a stomach virus, finished with nine points and seven rebounds. Austin Rivers, who started for J.J. Redick, contributed 12 points, four steals and two assists with only one turnover. The Raptors made 13 three-pointers, more than double the Clippers (six). The Raptors also outrebounded the Clippers, 42-30. Seven Raptors finished in double figures, with Demar DeRozan (6'7'-F/G-89, college: USC) leading Toronto with 24 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. Kyle Lowry (6'0'-PG-86, college: Villanova) added 21 points. The Clippers are 2-4 on their eight-game trip. Before falling to the Raptors, they had consecutive losses to Brooklyn and Cleveland. The loss dropped the Clippers from fifth to sixth in the Western Conference standings with a record of 33-18. The Raptors, who are in second place in the East, improved to 34-17. Losing the second leg of back-to-back games is a rare occurrence for the Clippers, who fell to 9-4 on such occasions. The Clippers' next game is Sunday at Oklahoma City. Courtesy of: latimes.com


Anthony Davis makes miracle 3-point shot to lift Pelicans to 116-113 victory against Thunder - by Eurobasket News

It went back and forth in the fourth quarter with the intensity of a playoff contest with brilliant play after brilliant play. It was a matchup involving the best of the best - All-Stars Kevin Durant (6'9'-SF-88, college: Texas), Russell Westbrook (6'3'-PG-88, college: UCLA) and Anthony Davis (6'10'-C-93, college: Kentucky) battling against each other. Somebody had to lose. Davis made sure it wasn't the Pelicans. He sent up a 30-foot miracle desperation 3-point shot as time expired that helped the Pelicans escape with a 116-113 victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder in front of a stunned sellout crowd 18,203 at the Chesapeake Arena. When Davis saw the shot go in, he sprinted the length of the court with a swarm of Pelicans teammates grabbing him in jubilation. Coach Monty Williams looked up and almost dropped to his knee before composing himself. It was that kind of game - intense, hard-fought and exciting until the end. Westbrook had 48 points, Durant had 27. Tyreke Evans (6'6'-PG-89, college: Memphis) had 27 for the Pelicans. It looked bleak for the Pelicans when Quincy Pondexter fouled Westbrook behind the 3-point line with 1.2 seconds remaining and the Pelicans holding a 113-110 lead. Westbrook made all three free throws before Davis' clinching shot. Ryan Anderson (6'10'-F-88, college: California) gave the Pelicans a 109-105 lead with 1:10 remaining after Westbrook was called for goal tending. Then Durant answered with a 3-pointer to cut the deficit to one. Then Andre Roberson made a blunder for the Thunder, fouling Anderson behind the 3-point line. Anderson made two of three free throws to give the Pelicans a 111-108 lead. Roberson answered with a driving layup. Evans had a chance to seal the game with 17.8 seconds remaining, but he missed both free throws. Davis led the Pelicans with 41 points, two shy of his career high of 43. He made 15 of 23 shots. Courtesy of: nola.com


Spurs Beat Heat 98-85 in First Meeting Since NBA Finals - by Eurobasket News

Kawhi Leonard (6'7'-F-91, college: San Diego St.) had 24 points and San Antonio beat the Miami Heat 98-85 on Friday night in the first meeting between the teams since the Spurs' dominating performance in the NBA Finals. Tony Parker (6'2'-PG-82) added 21 points and Tim Duncan (6'11'-F/C-76, college: Wake Forest) had 10 points and 12 rebounds for his 24th double-double of the season. The Spurs roster is mostly the same since its five-game victory over the Heat in the Finals, while Miami's roster has been drastically altered. The Heat lost LeBron James to Cleveland in the off-season and were without an injured Dwyane Wade once again Friday. Luol Deng (6'9'-F-85, agency: Interperformances, college: Duke) had 17 points and Chris Bosh (6'11'-F-84, college: Georgia Tech) added 14 points for the Heat, who trailed by as many as 20 points in a game that wasn't as close as the score. Courtesy of: abcnews.com


Harris scores 34, Magic end 10-game skid 103-97 over Lakers - by Eurobasket News

After a half-season of futility culminated in a coaching change, the Orlando Magic returned to their home floor in desperate need of a victory. It took some extra work, but a matchup with the woeful Los Angeles Lakers turned out to be the perfect remedy. Tobias Harris (6'9'-F-92, college: Tennessee) had a career-high 34 points and the Magic snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 103-97 overtime victory over the Lakers on Friday night in James Borrego's debut as interim coach. "It was a huge win for J.B; I think everybody was pulling for him in his first game," Harris said. "He deserves it more than anybody. ... That's the challenge, our task right now: Can we turn it around or will we just lie down and roll over ourselves? I thought this was a step in the right direction." Nikola Vucevic (7'0'-C-90, college: USC) added 25 points and 13 rebounds to give the Magic their first win at home since Jan. 14. Borrego took over for Jacque Vaughn, who was fired on Thursday. The Lakers led by as many as 14 points, but were outscored 22-13 in the fourth quarter. Orlando then dominated in overtime, using turnovers to get easy baskets. Ryan Kelly (6'11'-PF-91, college: Duke) led Los Angeles with 20 points, connecting on five 3-pointers. Carlos Boozer (6'9'-F/C-80, college: Duke), Jordan Clarkson (6'5'-G-92, college: Missouri) and Jeremy Lin (6'3'-PG-88, college: Harvard) all finished with 14. It was the Lakers' second straight overtime loss. "They were much more aggressive (and) more physical than we were," Lakers coach Byron Scott said. "I thought we just played not to lose. We were on our heels and it looked like we were scared." Borrego shook things up immediately with a brand new starting lineup and a promise to inject added focus on defense. It didn't show early, and taking care of the ball turned out to a bigger issue for the Magic, forcing them to play from behind for most of the night. The Magic had 19 turnovers for the game, leading to 27 Lakers' points. But after battling back to send the game to overtime, Orlando finally picked things up on the defensive end, using blocks to gain extra possessions. It culminated in a steal and dunk by Victor Oladipo that gave Orlando a 99-94 lead, forcing the Lakers to scramble and foul in the final minute. "It's exhausting," Borrego said. "I have a much deeper appreciation for what head coaches do, the amount of mental stress as well as physical stress, the amount of decisions you have to make, the management of the game. The emotion was the moment, the fight, sticking with the guys. They really pulled us through tonight." Courtesy of: usatoday.com


Jarrett Jack adds 20 points, hits clutch three as Nets hold off Knicks, 92-88 - by Eurobasket News

Jarrett Jack (6'3'-PG-83, college: Georgia Tech) was wide open at the 3-point line, not a defender within 10 feet. Depending on which borough you claim, it was either flawless play-calling and execution from the Nets, or some lackadaisical and ill-conceived defense from the Knicks. Either way, it unfolded perfectly for Brooklyn, with the ball landing in the hands of its surprising catalyst and clutch player lately, Jack, who buried a trey with 13.8 seconds remaining to bury the Knicks, 92-88, Friday. 'Coach drew up a beautifully executed play,' said Jack, who found so much open space because Knicks guard Jose Manuel Calderon (6'3'-PG-81) left him to double-team Joe Johnson. 'It was a miscommunication if there was communication at all,' Carmelo Anthony (6'8'-SF-84, college: Syracuse) said in the other locker room. 'It's one of those things where all we had to do was communicate during that moment.' Knicks coach Derek Fisher had no explanation. 'There was no plan for that situation because you don't know what's going to happen until it goes down in the game,' he said. The Nets (21-28) won their third straight, a stretch that includes two game-breaking jumpers from Jack. Just four days earlier, he nailed the game-winner in an overtime victory over the Clippers. On Friday, he posted eight assists and 20 points, including the late 3-pointer that gave the Nets a four-point advantage, the backbreaker. 'The last play where Jarrett hit the 3 was awesome,' said Lionel Hollins , who was about as animated as he's been all season while celebrating the shot. 'I got excited about that because, you know, we called a timeout, we went out and executed and we got pretty much what we wanted. . . . I'm just thrilled, happy.' The Nets, who moved back into the eighth spot in the East, have won their three matchups against the Knicks (10-40) this season, their longest streak against their rival since sweeping them in 2006-07. The victory also was Brooklyn's last home game in February, before eight straight road games that is broken up by a 10-day break around All-Star weekend. 'Everybody has something that keeps them out of their building for some time. And you just deal with it,' said Hollins, referencing the Barnum & Bailey's circus that will pitch its tent at Barclays Center in late February. 'All you can do is play the schedule. And as Bill Russell used to say, 'If you have to go play, you might as well win it.' ' Brook Lopez (7'0'-C-88, college: Stanford) continued his strong play off the bench, finishing with a game-high 22 points along with nine rebounds and six blocks. Johnson contributed a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds, while Kevin Garnett (6'11'-F/C-76) highlighted his 12-point, nine-rebound night with consecutive blocks on Anthony. 'It's good to have momentum,' Garnett said. That starts with Jack, who is averaging 18.6 points over the last 10 games and shouldn't be left wide open. 'We've just been following his lead,' Garnett said. 'I think he's been playing with a great spirit. He's in a great rhythm, and we believe in him and he's coming through.' Courtesy of: nydailynews.com


Pacers grind out a victory against James and the Cavaliers - by Eurobasket News

C.J. Miles (6'6'-G-87) had 26 points, George Hill (6'3'-PG-86, college: IUPUI) converted a key four-point play and the Indiana Pacers ended the Cleveland Cavaliers' 12-game winning streak, 103-99 Friday night. Trailing by one with 1:26 to play, Hill hit an off-balance, one-handed 3 and was fouled taking the shot. He made the free throw to extend Indiana's lead to three points. Hill finished with 20 points, and David West (6'9'-F-80, college: Xavier) had 20 points and 13 rebounds. Cleveland (31-21) led by as many as 13 points, but struggled to keep Indiana at a distance. The Pacers (19-32) closed out the final four minutes of the third quarter on a 14-2 run that brought them within three points. Miles' 3-pointer with five minutes left gave the Pacers their first lead of the game. The lead changed seven times over the final four minutes until Indiana pulled away with less than a minute to go. J.R. Smith (6'6'-G-85) had two 3-pointers in the final 12 seconds and finished with 17 points. Kyrie Irving (6'3'-G-92, college: Duke) had one of his best performances of the season overshadowed by the loss. He scored 29 points and added five assists. LeBron James (6'8'-SF-84) had 25 points, five assists and six rebounds in his first game in Indianapolis since last season's Eastern Conference finals with Miami. The Pacers have won two straight, with both wins coming against conference opponents. Courtesy of: philstar.com


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  NBLCANADA  

NBLC Standings

NBL Standings
Atlantic Division
 1. The Island S. 17-8 
 2. Halifax R. 13-12 
 3. St.John M.R. 13-14 
 4. Moncton M. 7-17 
Central Division
 1. Windsor Exp. 19-7 
 2. London L. 13-11 
 3. Brampton A's 12-14 
 4. Mississauga P. 6-17 

Regular Season: Round 22

Feb. 5: London L. - Windsor Exp. 93-111
Feb. 4: Windsor Exp. - London L. 114-100
Feb. 5: St.John M.R. - Brampton A's 111-106
Feb. 6: Halifax R. - Brampton A's 102-101

Regular Season: Round 23

Feb. 7: The Island S. - Moncton M.
Feb. 8: Mississauga P. - London L.
Feb. 8: Moncton M. - The Island S.
Feb. 8: Halifax R. - Windsor Exp.


Windsor Sweeps Home and Home against London - by Eurobasket News

The Express increased their hold on top spot in the Central Conference with a 111-93 victory on Thursday night at Budweiser Gardens in London. Quinnel Brown (6'6'-PF-83, college: Auburn) led in scoring for Windsor (19-7), with Tony Bennett (6'1'-G-84, agency: Worldwide Career Management, college: Bradley) (20) and Ryan Anderson (6'4'-G-87, college: Nebraska) (14) following up. Anderson had a game high five steals and Bennett added seven assists. Windsor outscored London (13-11) 22-19 in the first quarter, followed by a tied 23-23 second frame before the Express capitalized on the Lightning turnovers to give the Express a 79-66 lead after the third quarter. Emmanuel Little (6'5'-F-85, college: N.Dakota) was lead in scoring for the Lightning with 25 points, along with Marvin Phillips (6'7'-PF-83, college: Claflin) who contributed 20 points. The Express now hold a record of 6-7 on the road. Windsor now has a five game lead in the NBL Central Conference with six games left in the regular season. The Lightning have eight games remaining. The Express head out East for the last time this regular season to take on the Halifax Rainmen at the Scotiabank Centre, on Sunday February 8th. Game time is at 1:00 pm.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com


Rainmen edge A's, spoil Johnson's return to Nova Scotia - by Eurobasket News

It wasn't the storybook ending Bryson Johnson (6'2'-PG-90, college: Bucknell) had been hoping for. Down 102-99 to the Halifax Rainmen at the Scotiabank Centre Friday night, the 24-year-old Brampton A's guard, a native of Lyons Brook with dozens of family and friends in attendance, had an opportunity to tie it and possibly send it to overtime. His three-point attempt hit the rim, with Cavell Johnson (6'9'-F-85, college: UMBC) putting in the offensive rebound, and the Rainmen won the game 102-101. 'We battled hard and then we got that offensive rebound, Cavell kicked it out to me and I was short on that three that would have tied it. It was a tough finish and we didn't make enough plays down the stretch there,' Johnson said. The Rainmen (13-12) got off to a fast start, building up a 16 point lead in the first quarter. Momentum starting going Brampton's way midway through the second, when seven-foot-two Rainmen centre Liam McMorrow (7'2'-C-87, college: Tenn Tech) was ejected after getting his second unsportsmanlike foul. The A's (12-14) kept chipping away, eventually cutting the deficit to five points, and going into the haltime break down 48-43. 'It was a big difference. He's a force down in the paint, he can score, rebound, play defence and he's a big key on our team,' Rainmen guard Joey Haywood said of McMorrow. 'Knowing that he was out everyone had to fight, crash, and rebound, and everybody played well toward the end.' Brampton's Akeem Scott (6'1'-G-83, agency: Blacktop Management, college: High Point), who finished with 24 points on 9-of-13 shooting, gave the A's a 49-48 lead early in the third quarter with a three-point play that included a crowd-silencing dunk. But the Rainmen defence was able to contain Brampton, pressuring the ball, disrupting passes, forcing turnovers, and they eventually regained the lead and never let it go. 'We've been in those games so much that I think we're starting to learn how to finish games out now,' said Rainmen point guard Clifford Clinkscales (6'1'-PG-84, college: De Paul), who had seven points and four assists. 'Sometimes when we play good defence, it helps with our offence. But our defence ain't all about one guy, it's about team defence,' he added. 'So with (Brampton) they're a good fast break team and with their guards they like to penetrate, so we try to make our game 5-on-5.' Kevin Young (6'8'-F-90, agency: Paris Global Sports, college: Kansas) led the Rainmen with a double-double, 20 points and 11 rebounds. Haywood had 18 points, as did Chris Cayole (6'7'-F-85, college: St.Michael's) on 7-of-10 shooting. Johnson, who left Pictou County to attend high school in Waterloo, Ont., after Grade 10, finished with 16 points, going 8-of-9 from the foul line, including two clutch shots to get the A's to 100-99 with 14 seconds left. Despite the weather and icy road conditions, approximately 50 of the 1,298 fans at the Scotiabank Centre drove down from Pictou County to see Johnson play. 'It's really heartwarming to know that those people care so much to do that,' he said. 'That's my first time playing a game in Nova Scotia since I was 15, so it was great. Everyone who's seen me play, they've only been able to watch me on the computer or maybe on TV if it was a NCAA tournament game, so it's great to play for them in person.' This was the first of a four-game homestand for the Rainmen. They host the defending NBL Canada champion Windsor Express Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m.
Courtesy of: thechronicleherald.ca


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  NCAA1  

Top 25 - Men

BEC Standings
 1. Butler (15) 8-3 (17-6) 
 2. Villanova (7) 7-2 (20-2) 
 3. Providence 7-3 (17-6) 
 4. Georgetown (25) 7-5 (15-7) 
 5. De Paul 5-4 (11-11) 
 6. Seton Hall 5-5 (15-7) 
 7. Xavier 5-6 (14-9) 
 8. St.John's 3-6 (14-8) 
 9. Marquette 2-8 (10-12) 
 10. Creighton 2-9 (11-13) 

Regular Season: Round 81

Feb. 4: Fresno St. - San Jos� St 81-63
Feb. 4: Xavier - Creighton 72-79 OT
Feb. 4: Georgetown - Providence 71-74
Feb. 4: Nevada - San Diego St. 63-65
Feb. 4: Florida St - Clemson 56-62
Feb. 3: NC-Greensboro - VMI 85-56
Feb. 4: Lafayette - Bucknell 84-74 OT
Feb. 4: Toledo - E.Michigan 84-60
Feb. 4: Ohio - Akron 83-82
Feb. 4: S.Carolina St. - St.Andrews 80-48
Feb. 4: Ball St. - Buffalo 78-82
Feb. 4: Oregon - Washington 78-74
Feb. 4: Valparaiso - Detroit Mercy 78-70
Feb. 4: Ill.-Chicago - Oakland 77-91
Feb. 4: Charlotte - N.Carolina A 77-61
Feb. 4: Baylor - TCU 77-57
Feb. 4: Cent.Michigan - Bowling Green 74-76 OT
Feb. 4: Winthrop - Liberty 74-61
Feb. 4: Memphis - Jacksonville St. 74-48
Feb. 4: Cleveland St. - Youngstown St. 73-60
Feb. 4: Fordham - Massachusetts 72-78
Feb. 4: Duke - Georgia Tech 72-66
Feb. 4: Notre Dame - Boston Coll. 71-63
Feb. 4: Villanova - Marquette 70-52
Feb. 4: Delaware - Hofstra 69-79
Feb. 4: Northeastern - Towson 69-62
Feb. 4: Mississippi - Texas A 69-59
Feb. 4: Miami, OH - N.Illinois 67-69
Feb. 4: W.Michigan - Kent St. 67-66
Feb. 4: JMU - NC-Wilmington 65-77
Feb. 4: Connecticut - E.Carolina 65-52
Feb. 4: Maryland - Penn St. 64-58
Feb. 4: American - Loyola, MD 64-49
Feb. 4: Texas Tech - Kansas St. 64-47
Feb. 4: Texas - Oklahoma St. 63-65 OT
Feb. 4: Albany - New Hampshire 63-62
Feb. 4: Drake - S.Illinois 63-61
Feb. 4: Boston U. - Navy 62-59
Feb. 4: Alabama - Missouri 62-49
Feb. 4: Davidson - St.Bonaventure 61-62
Feb. 4: George Mason - VCU 60-72
Feb. 4: Purdue - Ohio St. 60-58
Feb. 4: Bradley - Wichita St. 59-62
Feb. 4: Wyoming - Colorado St. 59-48
Feb. 4: Air Force - N.Mexico 53-49
Feb. 4: Missouri St. - Loyola, IL 50-53
Feb. 4: S.Florida - Temple 48-61
Feb. 4: S.Alabama - Texas St. 43-63
Feb. 4: Lehigh - Army 103-74

Regular Season: Round 84

Feb. 7: N.Dakota - N.Arizona
Feb. 7: Weber St. - Idaho St.
Feb. 7: Portland St. - Sacramento St.
Feb. 7: St.Peter's - Fairfield
Feb. 7: Missouri St. - Wichita St.
Feb. 7: Indiana St. - Loyola, IL
Feb. 7: Nebraska-Omaha - Denver
Feb. 7: S.Dakota St. - IUPUI
Feb. 7: Lehigh - Loyola, MD
Feb. 7: Pacific - St.Mary's, CA
Feb. 7: San Diego - Pepperdine
Feb. 7: W.Michigan - Cent.Michigan
Feb. 7: Buffalo - Akron
Feb. 7: Bowling Green - N.Illinois
Feb. 7: Creighton - St.John's
Feb. 7: Baylor - W.Virginia
Feb. 7: Notre Dame - Duke
Feb. 7: Texas Tech - Iowa St.
Feb. 7: American - Colgate
Feb. 7: Georgetown - Villanova
Feb. 7: Florida St. - Virginia Tech
Feb. 7: USC Upstate - Kennesaw St.
Feb. 7: FGCU - Stetson
Feb. 7: Syracuse - Pittsburgh
Feb. 7: Connecticut - Tulane
Feb. 7: Lipscomb - N.Kentucky
Feb. 7: SMU - Tulsa
Feb. 7: E.Washington - Montana St.
Feb. 7: Idaho - Montana
Feb. 7: N.Colorado - S.Utah
Feb. 7: Bradley - Evansville
Feb. 7: Illinois St. - S.Illinois
Feb. 7: Drake - N.Iowa
Feb. 7: ORU - IPFW
Feb. 7: S.Dakota - N.Dakota St.
Feb. 7: BYU - Loyola Mary
Feb. 7: Portland - Santa Clara
Feb. 7: E.Michigan - Ohio
Feb. 7: Miami, OH - Kent St.
Feb. 7: Toledo - Ball St.
Feb. 7: Wake Forest - Georgia Tech
Feb. 7: Marquette - Seton Hall
Feb. 7: Temple - Memphis
Feb. 7: Providence - Xavier
Feb. 7: Kansas - Oklahoma St.
Feb. 7: Army - Navy
Feb. 7: Oklahoma - TCU
Feb. 7: N.Carolina - Boston Coll.
Feb. 7: De Paul - Butler
Feb. 7: Texas - Kansas St.
Feb. 7: Cent.Florida - E.Carolina
Feb. 7: Louisville - Virginia
Feb. 7: S.Florida - Cincinnati
Feb. 7: Gonzaga - USF
Feb. 7: Kentucky - Florida
Feb. 7: Arizona - Arizona St.
Feb. 7: Northwestern - Wisconsin
Feb. 7: Utah - Colorado
Feb. 7: UTEP - FIU
Feb. 7: N.Texas - Marshall
Feb. 7: S.Mississippi - UAB
Feb. 7: Drexel - Charleston
Feb. 7: Illinois - Michigan St.
Feb. 7: Delaware - Northeastern
Feb. 7: NC-Greensboro - Citadel
Feb. 7: Binghamton - Maine
Feb. 7: Fairfield - St.Peter's
Feb. 7: Wright St. - Cleveland St.
Feb. 7: VCU - St.Bonaventure
Feb. 7: Purdue - Minnesota
Feb. 7: Bryant - Sacred Heart
Feb. 7: Troy - Appalachian St.
Feb. 7: Mercer - Furman
Feb. 7: UNLV - Colorado St.
Feb. 7: St.Francis, NY - Wagner
Feb. 7: S.Carolina - Vanderbilt
Feb. 7: Savannah St. - Morgan St.
Feb. 7: Fisher - NJIT
Feb. 7: George Mason - St.Joseph's
Feb. 7: Robert Morris - Fair Dickinson
Feb. 7: McNeese St. - Nicholls St.
Feb. 7: New Orleans - Cent.Arkansas
Feb. 7: Texas A - Sam Houston St.
Feb. 7: Princeton - Cornell
Feb. 7: Nevada - San Jose St.
Feb. 7: Alabama - LSU
Feb. 7: Md-E Shore - Hampton
Feb. 7: Howard - Norfolk St.
Feb. 7: Grambling St. - Southern
Feb. 7: Duquesne - Davidson
Feb. 7: Harvard - Yale
Feb. 7: UTSA - Florida Atlantic
Feb. 7: Hawaii - UCSB
Feb. 7: Tennessee St. - E.Kentucky
Feb. 7: Vermont - Stony Brook
Feb. 7: Miss.Valley St. - Alabama A
Feb. 7: Belmont - Morehead St.
Feb. 7: UCLA - California
Feb. 7: Murray St. - Austin Peay St.
Feb. 7: Lamar - Incarnate Word
Feb. 7: Prairie View A&M - Texas Southern
Feb. 7: Utah Valley - Seattle
Feb. 7: Cal-Davis - CS Northridge
Feb. 7: Louisiana Tech - Middle Tenn.St.
Feb. 7: Rice - W.Kentucky
Feb. 7: Cal-Irvine - Long Beach St.
Feb. 7: William - NC-Wilmington
Feb. 7: Tennessee - Georgia
Feb. 7: Wofford - VMI
Feb. 7: UMBC - New Hampshire
Feb. 7: Wyoming - Air Force
Feb. 7: JMU - Towson
Feb. 7: UTPA - Chicago St.
Feb. 7: Mt.St.Mary's - Cent.Conn.St.
Feb. 7: Samford - E.Tenn.St.
Feb. 7: Jackson St. - Alcorn St.
Feb. 7: Nebraska - Penn St.
Feb. 7: Mississippi St. - Arkansas
Feb. 7: S.Carolina St. - Coppin St.
Feb. 7: Beth.-Cookman - Delaware St.
Feb. 7: St.Louis - Fordham
Feb. 7: Chattanooga - W.Carolina
Feb. 7: St.Francis, PA - LIU Brooklyn
Feb. 7: SE Louisiana - Abil.Christian
Feb. 7: Georgia St. - S.Alabama
Feb. 7: Dartmouth - Brown
Feb. 7: Utah St. - N.Mexico
Feb. 7: Texas St. - UALR
Feb. 7: Texas A - Missouri
Feb. 7: N.C.Central - N.Carolina A
Feb. 7: Ark.-Pine Bluff - Alabama St.
Feb. 7: Mississippi - Auburn
Feb. 7: N.Mexico St. - UMKC
Feb. 7: Pennsylvania - Columbia
Feb. 7: Charlotte - ODU
Feb. 7: Houston Baptist - SF Austin
Feb. 7: SIU Edwardsville - Tenn-Martin
Feb. 7: E.Illinois - SE Missouri St.
Feb. 7: Elon - Hofstra
Feb. 7: La-Monroe - Georgia South
Feb. 7: Mass.-Lowell - Albany
Feb. 7: Cal-Riverside - CS Fullerton
Feb. 7: Texas Arlington - La-Lafayette
Feb. 7: Jacksonville St. - Tenn Tech
Feb. 7: Grand Canyon - CSU Bakersfield


Stats Leaders - NCAA1

Points Per Game
 Kelsey PLUM
  Washington
  (173-G-94)
  Avg: 23.1
 1. Plum, Washington23.1 
 2. Galdeira, Washin.20.0 
 3. Gray, California18.1 
 4. Presley, Washingt.17.5 
 5. Alleyne, Oregon17.3 
 6. Davis, Washington15.4 
 7. Fields, UCLA15.2 
 8. Wicijowski, Utah14.9 
 9. Weisner, Oregon S.14.4 
 10. Thompson, Stanfo.14.0 
Rebounds Per Game
 Jillian ALLEYNE
  Oregon
  (190-F-)
  Avg: 15.4
 1. Alleyne, Oregon15.4 
 2. Johnson, Stanford10.5 
 3. Williams, Washingt.9.8 
 4. Hamblin, Oregon S.9.7 
 5. Wicijowski, Utah9.4 
 6. Swan, Colorado7.7 
 7. Boyd, California7.6 
 8. Reese, Colorado7.3 
 9. Hunter, Oregon St.7.2 
 10. Gray, California7.2 
Assists Per Game
 Brittany BOYD
  California
  (175-G-)
  Avg: 7.6
 1. Boyd, California7.6 
 2. Wiese, Oregon St.6.0 
 3. Davis, Arizona St.5.0 
 4. Kresl, Colorado4.7 
 5. Davis, Washington4.5 
 6. Canada, UCLA4.0 
 7. Rodriguez, Utah4.0 
 8. Petersen, Oregon3.9 
 9. Barrett, USC3.9 
 10. Adams, USC3.8 
Steals Per Game
 Lia GALDEIRA
  Washin.
  (180-G-)
  Avg: 3.5
 1. Galdeira, Washin.3.5 
 2. Boyd, California3.0 
 3. Fields, UCLA2.7 
 4. Barrett, USC2.3 
 5. Presley, Washingt.2.2 
 6. Canada, UCLA1.9 
 7. Vaioletama, USC1.8 
 8. Amukamara, Arizona1.7 
 9. Davis, Washington1.7 
 10. Orrange, Stanford1.7 
Blocks Per Game
 Ruth HAMBLIN
  Oregon S.
  (198-C-94)
  Avg: 3.6
 1. Hamblin, Oregon S.3.6 
 2. Swan, Colorado2.1 
 3. Dheensaw, Washin.1.8 
 4. Jones, Arizona1.5 
 5. Billings, UCLA1.5 
 6. Walton, Washington1.5 
 7. Johnson, Stanford1.4 
 8. Alleyne, Oregon1.4 
 9. Dornstauder, Arizo.1.2 
 10. Costa, UCLA1.2 


No. 2 Gonzaga rallies past Santa Clara 77-63 - by Eurobasket News

As soon as Gonzaga stopped giving the ball away, the Bulldogs shot their way to another victory. Byron Wesley (6'5'-G-92) scored 17 points and keyed a crucial second-half run that helped No. 2 Gonzaga rally for its 16th straight win with a 77-63 victory over Santa Clara on Thursday night. Kyle Wiltjer (6'10'-F-92) led the way with 22 points and Gary Bell (6'2'-G-92) Jr. added 16 for the Bulldogs (23-1, 11-0 West Coast Conference), who shot a season-high 69 percent from the field to overcome a sloppy first half and win the game. "We had 10 turnovers in the first half," Wesley said. "That's unlike us. We knew once we started taking care of the ball and make them take tough shots, we'd be fine." Jared Brownridge (6'2'-G) scored 25 points to lead the Broncos (11-13, 5-7), who have lost 26 straight games against ranked teams and 10 straight to the Bulldogs. "We have to understand that if we play that hard all the time, we'll win some games," coach Kerry Keating said. Gonzaga fell behind by six early in the second half on a 3-pointer by Brandon Clark (6'0'-PG) despite shooting better than 70 percent from the field. The Bulldogs then tightened up on defense while still converting at a torrid pace offensively and tied the game at 47 when Kevin Pangos hit a 3-pointer for his first points of the game with 14:37 left. Wesley then scored the next five points to give Gonzaga the lead for good. The Bulldogs went on a 16-3 run overall as the Broncos missed eight of nine shots to end their upset bid. "In the first half, they were hitting a lot of shots," Wiltjer said. "What really made the difference was our defensive efficiency. We got stops in the second half. That's what really changed the momentum." Bell started the game quickly, making three straight 3-pointers to give Gonzaga a 21-10 lead less than 7 minutes into the game. But the Broncos rallied behind Brownridge and a string of Bulldogs turnovers to take the lead at halftime. Brownridge hit a 3-pointer to cap a 10-0 run that gave Santa Clara its first lead of the game. Brownridge scored the final 12 points of the half for Broncos, including a layup that made it 36-34 at the break. "They're the No. 2 team in the country coming in, so we had some extra energy and we were able to feed off the fans," Brownridge said. "Now we have to keep this going into our next game."
Courtesy of: wsbtv.com


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  NORWAY  

Standings - BLNO

BLNO Standings
 1. Tromso 11-4 
 2. Asker Aliens 10-4 
 3. Baerum Basket 10-5 
 4. Gimle BBK 10-5 
 5. Ammerud Bskt 6-10 
 6. Nidaros Jets 5-11 
 7. Froya Basket 4-10 
 8. Centrum 4-11 

Regular Season: Round 17

Feb. 6: Ammerud Bskt - Baerum Basket 93-108
Feb. 4: Centrum - Asker Aliens 65-73
Feb. 7: Froya Basket - Asker Aliens
Feb. 8: Gimle BBK - Asker Aliens



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  PBL  

Standings

PBL Standings
East Division
 1. Rochester R. 9-0 
 2. Carolina Pee Dee 5-2 
 3. Buffalo 716ers 3-6 
 4. Philadelphia F. 2-3 
 5. Erie Hurricane 2-5 
 6. Lynchburg T. 0-8 
Midwest Division
 1. Lake Michigan 8-2 
 2. Racine S. 6-2 
 3. Indiana D. 4-4 
 4. Lima E. 4-5 
 5. Danville R. 3-7 
 6. Grand Rapids C. 2-7 

Regular Season: Round 16

Feb. 5: Carolina Pee Dee - Rochester R. 80-105
Feb. 6: Grand Rapids C. - Lima E.
Feb. 7: Racine S. - Indiana D.
Feb. 7: Lake Michigan - Danville R.
Feb. 7: Buffalo 716ers - Erie Hurricane
Feb. 7: Philadelphia F. - Carolina Pee Dee
Feb. 7: Lynchburg T. - Rochester R.
Feb. 8: Lima E. - Racine S.
Feb. 8: Erie Hurricane - Buffalo 716ers


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Troy JACKSON
  Erie H.
  (192-G-84)
  Avg: 28.7
 1. Jackson, Erie H.28.7 
 2. Bunch, Racine S.24.3 
 3. Ballard, Lima E.23.9 
 4. Ridle Jr., Danvill.23.4 
 5. Hunt, Indiana G.21.8 
 6. McKiver, Buffalo20.3 
 7. Blackmore, Lake M.20.0 
 8. Franklin, Lake M.19.6 
 9. Meyer, Lima E.19.4 
 10. Freeman, Rochest.19.0 
Rebounds Per Game
 Nick WADDELL
  Lake M.
  (200-C-)
  Avg: 11.4
 1. Waddell, Lake M.11.4 
 2. Freeman, Rocheste.11.3 
 3. Speed, Buffalo11.0 
 4. Barfield, Lake M.10.9 
 5. Pettaway, Lima E.9.8 
 6. Blackmore, Lake M.9.3 
 7. Bunch, Racine S.9.0 
 8. Ballard, Lima E.8.1 
 9. Meyer, Lima E.8.1 
 10. Gardner, Danville8.1 
Assists Per Game
 Kyle RANDALL
  Rocheste.
  (185-G-91)
  Avg: 6.8
 1. Randall, Rocheste.6.8 
 2. Crouch, Rocheste.6.0 
 3. Dolly, Racine S.5.5 
 4. Jackson, Erie H.4.7 
 5. McKiver, Buffalo4.7 
 6. Franklin, Lake M.4.1 
 7. Gardner, Danville3.9 
 8. Brooks, Caroli.3.8 
 9. Cooley, Buffalo3.7 
 10. Cumbo, Grand R.3.7 
Steals Per Game
 Troy FRANKLIN
  Lake M.
  (183-PG-89)
  Avg: 3.5
 1. Franklin, Lake M.3.5 
 2. Ridle Jr., Danvill.2.5 
 3. Blackmore, Lake M.2.4 
 4. Crouch, Rocheste.2.1 
 5. Stubbs, Buffalo2.0 
 6. Taylor, Lake Michi.2.0 
 7. Hunt, Indiana G.2.0 
 8. Wicker, Indiana D.1.7 
 9. Jackson, Erie H.1.5 
 10. Cooley, Buffalo1.5 
Blocks Per Game
 Anthony STOVER
  Rocheste.
  (208-C-90)
  Avg: 3.4
 1. Stover, Rocheste.3.4 
 2. Johnson, Caroli.2.8 
 3. Bunch, Racine S.2.2 
 4. Speed, Buffalo1.4 
 5. Coker, Rochester R.1.4 
 6. Blackmore, Lake M.1.3 
 7. Barfield, Lake M.1.3 
 8. Koenen, Racine S.1.3 
 9. Kruis, Grand R.1.2 
 10. Cooley, Buffalo1.0 


Buffalo 716ers sign rookie Patrick Coyle in his first year in pro basketball - by Eurobasket News

Buffalo 716ers strengthened their roster with addition of center Patrick Coyle (211-102kg). Coyle just graduated from SUNY Brockport State University (NCAA3). In 28 games he recorded 8.0ppg and 7.4rpg last season. He helped them to win SUNYAC Tournament and end the regular season at the top position.
Of course it will be Coyle's first season in professional basketball.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  PHILIPPINES  

Standings - PBA Philippine Cup

PBA Standings
 1. Meralco Bolts 3-0 
 2. Purefoods SH 3-0 
 3. Barako Bull 2-0 
 4. Talk N Text 2-1 
 5. Rain or Shine 2-1 
 6. Globalport 1-2 
 7. KIA Sorento 1-2 
 8. Alaska Aces 0-1 
 9. NLEX RW 0-1 
 10. San Miguel Beermen 0-1 
 11. Barangay Ginebra 0-2 
 12. Blackwater 0-3 

Regular Season: Round 4

Feb. 6: Blackwater - Purefoods SH 86-98
Feb. 6: Rain or Shine - Globalport 104-98
Feb. 8: Rain or Shine - Barangay Ginebra
Feb. 8: Barako Bull - KIA Sorento
Feb. 7: Alaska Aces - NLEX RW


PBA Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Peter RAMOS
  KIA Sorento
  (222-C-85)
  Avg: 32.3
 1. Ramos, KIA Sorento32.3 
 2. Leslie, Globalport29.0 
 3. Romeo, Globalport22.3 
 4. Blakely, Purefood.22.0 
 5. Howell, Talk N.22.0 
 6. David, Meralco Bol.21.0 
 7. Jackson, Rain o.21.0 
 8. Lee, Rain or Shine20.0 
 9. William, Talk N.18.3 
 10. Davis, Meralco Bo.17.3 
Rebounds Per Game
 Josh DAVIS
  Meralco Bolts
  (203-F-91)
  Avg: 20
 1. Davis, Meralco Bol.20.0 
 2. Ramos, KIA Sorento16.3 
 3. Jackson, Rain o.16.0 
 4. Blakely, Purefood.14.3 
 5. Howell, Talk N.14.0 
 6. Leslie, Globalport13.0 
 7. Yee, KIA Sorento8.3 
 8. deOcampo, Talk N.7.7 
 9. Pingris, Purefood.7.0 
 10. Hodge, Meralco7.0 
Assists Per Game
 Marqus BLAKELY
  Purefood.
  (201-F-88)
  Avg: 5
 1. Blakely, Purefood.5.0 
 2. Heruela, Black.4.3 
 3. Pringle, Globalport4.0 
 4. Jackson, Rain o.4.0 
 5. Devance, Purefood.3.3 
 6. Buensuceso, KIA S.3.3 
 7. Romeo, Globalport3.3 
 8. Leslie, Globalport3.0 
 9. Alas, Talk N Text2.7 
 10. Norwood, Rain o.2.7 
Steals Per Game
 Josh DAVIS
  Meralco Bolts
  (203-F-91)
  Avg: 4.3
 1. Davis, Meralco Bol.4.3 
 2. Blakely, Purefood.3.0 
 3. Revilla, KIA S.2.7 
 4. Heruela, Black.2.7 
 5. Melton, Purefood.2.3 
 6. Uyloan, Rain or Sh.2.0 
 7. Howell, Talk N.2.0 
 8. Pringle, Globalport1.3 
 9. Romeo, Globalport1.3 
 10. deOcampo, Talk N.1.3 
Blocks Per Game
 Marqus BLAKELY
  Purefood.
  (201-F-88)
  Avg: 2.7
 1. Blakely, Purefood.2.7 
 2. Leslie, Globalport2.7 
 3. Jackson, Rain o.2.0 
 4. Hodge, Meralco1.7 
 5. Ramos, KIA Sorento1.3 
 6. Almazan, Rain o.1.0 
 7. Buenafe, Globalport1.0 
 8. Davis, Meralco Bol.1.0 
 9. Baclao, Globalport0.7 
 10. Quinahan, Rain o.0.7 


#PBA2015 Commish Cup Roundup: February 6, 2015 - by Enzo Flojo

A budding rivalry brewed last night in the 2015 PBA Commissioner's Cup as Paul Lee and Terrence Romeo went head-to-head, while Purefoods leaned on its super subs to turn back Blackwater.

Game recap (adapted from InterAKTV):

RAIN OR SHINE ELASTO-PAINTERS over GLOBALPORT BATANG PIER, 104-98
The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters let a 17-point lead at the end of three quarters slip away in the fourth but made the clutch plays they needed to escape a GlobalPort side led by a red-hot Terrence Romeo, 104-98, on Friday at the SMART-Araneta Coliseum

Paul Lee scored 25 points, including five three-pointers and a perfect 10-for-10 clip from the free throw line, while import Rick Jackson finished with 16 points, 18 rebounds, and 6 assists in the victory, the Elasto Painters' second in three PBA Commissioner's Cup games so far.

Rain or Shine outscored GlobalPort, 22-6, in the third quarter to take a 75-58 lead but needed to hold off a hard-charging Batang Pier squad that got as close as three points in the final minute before the Elasto Painters clinched the win.

Romeo scored 11 points, including three three-pointers, in the last two minutes of the game but Rain or Shine's Jonathan Uyloan hit a clutch, off-balanced three-pointer with the shot clock running out late in the game and Lee went hit all six of his free throws in the final minute to ensure the victory.

Romeo and import CJ Leslie each scored 29 to lead GlobalPort (1-2) in the losing effort.

Line of the Game: CJ Leslie (GLO) - 29pts, 17rebs, 3asts, 1stl, 1blk.

PUREFOODS STAR HOTSHOTS over BLACKWATER ELITE, 98-86
The Purefoods Star Hotshots' super second unit kept most of their starters glued to the bench in the fourth quarter after an impressive rally that helped clinch a 98-86 victory over expansion team Blackwater in PBA Commissioner's Cup action on Friday at the SMART-Araneta Coliseum.

Blackwater hung around for most of the first three quarters but were blown out by Purefoods' reserves, led by Justin Melton and Allein Maliksi.

Despite the best efforts of Blackwater import Marcus Douthit, who scored 30 points, the Hotshots went on a 23-11 run bridging the third and fourth quarters to take a lead of as high as 17 points, 91-74, in the fourth quarter.

Import Marqus Blakely scored 23 points to lead Purefoods, while Marc Pingris added 14 and Mark Barroca chipped in with 13.

Melton and Maliksi each had 12 and played key roles in the run that sealed the win.

Maliksi scored nine points in the fourth quarter, while Melton made several impact plays, including a big alley-oop jam off a pass from Mark Barroca in transition and a booming three-pointer that snuffed out the Elite's attempts at a comeback.

Bryan Faundo and Brian Heruela were the only other players who scored in double-figures for Blackwater.

Line of the Game: Marcus Douthit (BLA) - 30pts, 11rebs, 8asts, 2blks, 1stl, 11/20 FGs.

Source: HoopNut.com.


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  POLAND  

Standings - DBE

TBL Standings
 1. PGE Turow 15-2 
 2. Stelmet ZG 15-3 
 3. AZS Koszalin 14-4 
 4. Slask Wroclaw 13-5 
 5. Rosa Radom 12-6 
 6. Energa Czarni 10-7 
 7. Asseco 10-8 
 8. Trefl Sopot 9-9 
 9. Polfarmex KT 8-11 
 10. Anwil 7-11 
 11. Torun 6-12 
 12. MKS DG 6-12 
 13. Polpharma 5-13 
 14. Wilki Morskie 5-13 
 15. Wikana-Start 5-14 
 16. Stabill Jezioro 4-14 

Regular Season: Round 19

Feb. 6: Wikana-Start - Polfarmex KT 80-91
Feb. 8: Wilki Morskie - Anwil
Feb. 7: Asseco - Trefl Sopot
Feb. 7: AZS Koszalin - Stelmet ZG
Feb. 10: Slask Wroclaw - Energa Czarni
Feb. 7: MKS DG - Stabill Jezioro
Feb. 7: PGE Turow - Torun
Feb. 7: Polpharma - Rosa Radom


DBE Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Dominique JOHNSON
  Stabil.
  (188-SG-87)
  Avg: 22
 1. Johnson, Stabil.22.0 
 2. Mitchell, Polfarme.20.5 
 3. Allen, Wikana-Start19.9 
 4. Woods, AZS K.19.6 
 5. Ravenel, Polpharma18.5 
 6. Releford, Wilki M.18.2 
 7. Walton, Asseco17.4 
 8. Simon, Anwil17.2 
 9. McKay, MKS D.16.6 
 10. Kulig, PGE Turow16.2 
Rebounds Per Game
 Darrell HARRIS
  Wilki Morskie
  (205-C-84)
  Avg: 11.6
 1. Harris, Wilki Mors.11.6 
 2. Galdikas, Asseco11.2 
 3. Johnson, Polfarme.10.7 
 4. Ravenel, Polpharma9.3 
 5. Denison, Torun8.6 
 6. Wysocki, Anwil7.9 
 7. Kulig, PGE Turow7.8 
 8. Eziukwu, Energa C.7.1 
 9. Lydeka, Trefl Sop.6.9 
 10. Woods, AZS K.6.8 
Assists Per Game
 William FRANKLIN
  Torun
  (184-PG-85)
  Avg: 6.7
 1. Franklin, Torun6.7 
 2. Swanson, AZS K.6.3 
 3. Koszarek, Stelm.5.7 
 4. Miller, Stabill5.5 
 5. Walton, Asseco5.4 
 6. Sapp, Polpharma5.2 
 7. Mitchell, Polfarme.4.9 
 8. Laczynski, Polfarm.4.8 
 9. Releford, Wilki M.4.6 
 10. Allen, Wikana-Sta.4.5 
Steals Per Game
 Kwamain MITCHELL
  Polfarme.
  (178-PG-89)
  Avg: 2.5
 1. Mitchell, Polfarme.2.5 
 2. Walton, Asseco2.4 
 3. Hosley, Stelmet ZG2.4 
 4. Trice, Slask Wrocl.2.0 
 5. Releford, Wilki M.1.9 
 6. Johnson, Stabil.1.8 
 7. Simon, Anwil1.8 
 8. McKay, MKS D.1.7 
 9. Miller, Stabill1.7 
 10. Laczynski, Polfar.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Ovidijus GALDIKAS
  Asseco
  (217-C-88)
  Avg: 3.1
 1. Galdikas, Asseco3.1 
 2. Eziukwu, Energa C.1.7 
 3. Kulig, PGE Turow1.6 
 4. Crosariol, Anwil1.4 
 5. Denison, Torun1.4 
 6. Johnson, Polfarme.1.4 
 7. Metelski, MKS D.1.2 
 8. Nikolic, Wilki M.1.1 
 9. Harris, Wilki Mors.1.0 
 10. Kovalenko, Wilki0.9 


Wilki Morskie lands Cashmere Wright, ex AEK Athens - by Dominik Dudek

King Wilki Morskie Szczecin (TBL) tabbed 25-year old American point guard Cashmere Wright (183-81kg-90, college: Cincinnati, agency: KMG Sports Management). He supposed to play at AEK Athens in Greek A1 league, but was released by the team in Nov.'14. In four games he averaged 5.0ppg, 2.3rpg and 2.8apg this season. The last season Wright played at Donar Groningen (Eredivisie) in Dutch league. In 45 games he had 13.9ppg, 3.2rpg, 3.1apg and 1.4spg. He helped them to win the league title and the cup. He can count that season as a very successful as was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Dutch Eredivisie 1st Team and All-Imports Team. Wright also played 5 games in EuroChallenge where he had 11.0ppg, 2.4rpg, 2.0apg and 1.4spg. He represented USA at the Albert Schweitzer International Tournament in Mannheim (Unofficial World Championships U18) seven years ago.
Wright graduated from University of Cincinnati in 2013 and it is his second season in pro basketball.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  PUERTO RICO  


Arecibo begins to play in the FIBA Americas League - by Luis Modestti


Capitanes de Arecibo plays tonight against Bauru of Brazil in the start of Group D of the FIBA-Americas League in Colombia.

Arecibo has played in all editions of this tournament and their best finish was a second place in 2010-2011 in Mexico.

Their next games are going to be against Patriotas (COL) on Saturday and finish against Trotamundos (VEN) on Sunday.

Roster of Capitanes:

Guillermo Diaz
Blake Ahearn
Edward Santana
David Cortez (190-G/F-81)
Justin Knox
Nick Leon
Angel Alamo
Christian Soto
Joel Nieves
Alvin Cruz
Onzie Branch
Joel Jones

Head coach: Omar Gonzalez

The top two teams in the group reach the next stage.


Leones sign Terrence Shannon - by Luis Modestti


Leones de Ponce signed veteran forward Terrence Shannon (203-F-79, agency: Paris Global Sports, college: Elgin CC) as their import for the start of this season.

Shannon has been in BSN for seven season and his career averages are of 15.9 points and 8.7 rebounds in 159 games. He recently played for Halcones UV Xalapa in Mexico and averaged 17.6 points and 7.1 rebounds in 14 games.

He joins Kentrell Gransberry as their duo of imports to start the season. They are expected to be gone as soon as Ike Diogu and Mike Harris come back to defend the title.


Mayaguez adds Taylor to their roster, ex Dynamo MO - by Eurobasket News

Indios de Mayaguez (BSN) added to their roster 25-year old American guard Tyshawn Taylor (191-84kg-90, college: Kansas). He played recently at Dynamo Moscow in Russian Superleague, but left the team last month. In 7 games he had 9.7ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.6apg and 1.0spg this season. Taylor also played 4 games in Baltic League where he recorded very impressive stats: 15.5ppg, 2.5rpg, 2.5apg and 1.5spg. The last summer he played at Atleticos. In 17 games he recorded also remarkable stats: 23.0ppg, 3.9rpg, 6.6apg and 1.6spg. The last (2014) season Taylor played at Maine Red Claws in D-League. In 23 games he recorded 14.2ppg, 4.1rpg, 5.0apg and 1.3spg. He also spent pre-season at the Pelicans in NBA that year. The other team Taylor played that season for were the Nets in NBA. In 22 games he recorded 4.0ppg and 1.6apg. Another team he played shortly was Springfield Armor in D-League. In two games he recorded 9.0ppg, 3.5rpg, 4.0apg and 1.5spg.
Three years ago Taylor was drafted by Drafted by? Portland Trail Blazers (NBA) in second round (41st overall). He attended University of Kansas until 2012 and it will be his third season in pro basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Taylor's team won Big 12 Regular Season in 2009, 2010 and 2012. He was also voted NABC Division I All-District 8 1st Team back in 2012 at his college time. Taylor represented USA at the World Championships U19 in New Zealand six years ago. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 8 games: 10.8ppg, 1.9rpg, 4.4apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 45.7%, 3PT: 47.4%, FT: 38.5%.
Taylor has played previously professionally in NBA (New Orleans Pelicans and Brooklyn Nets) and D-League (Springfield A.).
On Taylor: Has outstanding quickness on the offensive and defensive ends. Puts a lot of pressure on the defense by pushing the ball up the court and attacking the rim ... Very quick with the ball in his hands ... Difficult to try to stay in front of.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Liga Americas: Bauru topple Capitanos in Group D opener - by Eurobasket News

Bauru - Capitanos 82:71

Bauru got to the winning start of their Liga Americas campaign. They overcame Capitanos de Arecibo in Group D opener in Tunja. Rafael Hettsheimer (206-C-86) stepped up with 23 points to pace the Brazilian team.
Bauru opened a 20:13 lead after the opening quarter. They sank 25 points in the second frame to gain an 18-point halftime advantage. Capitanos pulled closer in the third quarter. The Puerto Rican powerhouse cut the distance at 9-point mark heading into the final frame. But Bauru unloaded 23 points in the fourth quarter and iced the win. Alex Ribeiro (191-G-80, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 14 points and 7 assists, while Larry Taylor (185-PG-80, college: Missouri Western) added 13 points for Bauru. Edward Santana (203-F/C-80) responded with 21 points and 10 rebounds for Capitanos. Blake Ahearn (188-PG-84, college: Missouri St.) chipped in 16 points in the loss.

Bauru: Rafael Hettsheimer 23, Alex Ribeiro 14, Larry Taylor 13
Capitanos: Edward Santana 21+10 boards, Blake Ahearn 16


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  ROMANIA  


Doug Plumb left Gaz Metan - by Eurobasket News

27-year old Canadian guard Doug Plumb (194-95kg-88, college: Minn.St.-Mankato, agency: Laszlo Vinko Group) left CS Gaz Metan Medias (Liga Nationala). In 13 games he had 7.9ppg, 3.8rpg and 1.0apg this season.
The last season Plumb played at Zalakeramia-ZTE KK (A Division) in Hungarian league. In 26 games he recorded 11.9ppg, 4.0rpg, 2.4apg and 1.3spg.
The previous (12-13) season he played at Thunderbirds (CIS) in Canadian CIS. In 29 games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.2ppg, 5.6rpg, 3.3apg and 1.8spg in 2012-13 season. Great year as he was named to CIS All-Canadian 2nd Team.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Plumb won CanWest championship title in 2011 and 2013.
He graduated from Minnesota State University Mankato in 2007 and it is his eighth season as a professional player.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Gutoaia left Oradea - by Eurobasket News

25-year old ex-international center Adrian Gutoaia (197-92kg-90, agency: Court Side) left CSM Oradea (Liga Nationala). In 7 games he recorded 4.0ppg, 2.4rpg and 1.6apg this season. Gutoaia also played 6 games in EuroChallenge where he averaged 3.0ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.3apg.
The last season he played at CSU Asesoft Ploiesti. In 39 Liga Nationala games he averaged 7.2ppg, 2.7rpg, 1.5apg and 1.1spg. He helped them to win the league title. Gutoaia also played 8 games in Eurocup where he averaged just 1.3ppg. He also spent pre-season at Ploiesti (Liga I) that year.
The previous (12-13) season Gutoaia played at Gaz Metan. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. In 35 Liga Nationala games he averaged 3.9ppg and 1.3rpg in 2012-13 season. He contributed to his team winning the cup and make to league semifinals. Gutoaia also played 11 games in EuroChallenge where he averaged only 1.1ppg in 2012-13 season.
In 11-12 season he played at CS Energia Rovinari Targu Jiu. In 32 Liga Nationala games he averaged 5.0ppg, 1.7rpg and 1.0spg in 2011-12 season. Great year indeed as he was voted to Romanian League All-Star Game.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Gutoaia was voted Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League Most Improved Player of the Year back in 2011.
He was also a member of Romanian international program for some years. Gutoaia played for Romanian Senior National Team between 2010 and 2014 and previously for U20 National Team between 2009 and 2010. He also represented Romania at the Qualifications to European Championships 2015 last year. His stats at that event were 6 games: 12.7ppg, 3.5rpg, 2.2apg, Steals-3(2.2spg), FGP: 65.6%, 3PT: 13.3%, FT: 77.8%.
Gutoaia has played previously for another Romanian team Steaua CSM EximBank Bucuresti.

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Anton Ponkrashov done for season - by Eurobasket News

Unics lost Anton Ponkrashov (200-SG-86, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) for the reminder of the season. The Russian international suffered a knee cruciate ligament rupture. He suffered the injury during the EuroCup game versus Strasbourg. Anton Ponkrashov started the season with Krasny Oktyabr. He tallied 8.9 points, 4.8 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game in EuroCup. In VTB League his stats read 7.8 points, 4.5 assists and 1.7 rebounds per appearance. In December Anton Ponkrashov moved to Unics. He averaged 4.0 points per game in VTB League and 2.6 points per game in EuroCup for the Kazan outfit.


Lanchakov number one in Russian Higher League for round 28 - by Eurobasket News

Center Anton Lanchakov (202-C-85) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for second-ranked Sojuz Zaretchny, receiving a Eurobasket.com Higher League Player of the Week award for round 28.
The 29-year old player had a double-double of 13 points and 12 rebounds, while his team beat BK 1716 (#10, 6-20) 73-68. Sojuz Zaretchny maintains the 2nd position in their group in Russian Higher League. They are still close to the very top. Sojuz Zaretchny would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 20-4 record. Lanchakov has many years of experience at Sojuz Zaretchny, through which he has constantly improved. Anton Lanchakov averages this season 9.3ppg and 6.9rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was 31-year old Konstantin Breev (196-G-83) of league's second-best Ruskon-Mord.. Breev had a very good evening with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Ruskon-Mord. lost that game 76-81 to slightly higher-ranked Cheliabinsk (#1, 20-6). It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in group A. Ruskon-Mord. still maintains its place in the top 2 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 19-5 record is not bad at all. Breev is one of the most experienced players at Ruskon-Mord. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was center Andrey Voron (207-C-87) of league's top team Tambov. Voron scored 20 points and passed five assists. He was a key player of Tambov, leading his team to a 76-46 easy win against the lower-ranked Neftekhimik T. (#7, 9-17). Tambov confirms their top position in group B. Voron has a great season in Russia. After 24 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 8.8rpg (9th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Roman Semerninov (200-F-81) of Ruskon-Mord. - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists
5. Nikolay Dolmatov) of Cheboksari - 16 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Alexander Matveev (190-G-91) of Musson - 20 points and 8 rebounds
7. Konstantin Babynin (192-G-88) of MBA-Runa - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Nail Gafarov (198-F-88) of Sogdiana-Skif - 14 points and 7 rebounds
9. Vladislav Gusak (196-G/F-95) of Tegas DR - 13 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Anton Bogdan (198-F/C-86) of Cheboksari - 12 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


Mayaguez adds Taylor to their roster, ex Dynamo MO - by Eurobasket News

Indios de Mayaguez (BSN) added to their roster 25-year old American guard Tyshawn Taylor (191-84kg-90, college: Kansas). He played recently at Dynamo Moscow in Russian Superleague, but left the team last month. In 7 games he had 9.7ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.6apg and 1.0spg this season. Taylor also played 4 games in Baltic League where he recorded very impressive stats: 15.5ppg, 2.5rpg, 2.5apg and 1.5spg. The last summer he played at Atleticos. In 17 games he recorded also remarkable stats: 23.0ppg, 3.9rpg, 6.6apg and 1.6spg. The last (2014) season Taylor played at Maine Red Claws in D-League. In 23 games he recorded 14.2ppg, 4.1rpg, 5.0apg and 1.3spg. He also spent pre-season at the Pelicans in NBA that year. The other team Taylor played that season for were the Nets in NBA. In 22 games he recorded 4.0ppg and 1.6apg. Another team he played shortly was Springfield Armor in D-League. In two games he recorded 9.0ppg, 3.5rpg, 4.0apg and 1.5spg.
Three years ago Taylor was drafted by Drafted by? Portland Trail Blazers (NBA) in second round (41st overall). He attended University of Kansas until 2012 and it will be his third season in pro basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Taylor's team won Big 12 Regular Season in 2009, 2010 and 2012. He was also voted NABC Division I All-District 8 1st Team back in 2012 at his college time. Taylor represented USA at the World Championships U19 in New Zealand six years ago. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 8 games: 10.8ppg, 1.9rpg, 4.4apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 45.7%, 3PT: 47.4%, FT: 38.5%.
Taylor has played previously professionally in NBA (New Orleans Pelicans and Brooklyn Nets) and D-League (Springfield A.).
On Taylor: Has outstanding quickness on the offensive and defensive ends. Puts a lot of pressure on the defense by pushing the ball up the court and attacking the rim ... Very quick with the ball in his hands ... Difficult to try to stay in front of.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Giovonne Woods (ex Al Shurtah) joins Al Wehda !! - by Ahmad Madwar

Al Wehda Mecca (Premier League) agreed terms with 29-year old American guard Giovonne Woods (191-85kg-86, college: Cent.Washington). He started the season at Al Shurtah in Iraqi Superleague.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Woods' team made it to the Venezuelan LNB Semifinals in 2013. He was also voted Latinbasket.com All-Venezuelan LNB 2013 Import Player of the Year in 2013.
Woods has played also professionally in Austria (Kapfenberg Bulls), Spain (Tenerife) and Venezuela (Yaracuyanos).
He attended Central Washington University until 2009 and it is his sixth season as a professional player.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  SCOTLAND  


Falkirk Fury Crowned Scottish Cup Champion 2015 In A Thriller Final Against St Mirren WCS - by Eurobasket News

The final game on day one of the Cup Finals Weekend saw old rivals Falkirk Fury line up against Saint Mirren. Both of these teams contain current and former professional players. Glasgow Rocks team mates Nicholas Collins (195-F-84) and Ali Fraser will be facing colleague Fraser Glass in this final as they all look to be crowned Scottish Cup Champions. Nicholas Collins (195-F-84) got us started with a close range basket after Saint Mirren won the tip off. After a stoppage for an injury to Fraser Glass his Rocks teammate sent Fury's reply in the form of a three point conversion taking Falkirk in to the lead. Nicholas Collins continued his shooting form taking his Saints side five points ahead, scoring seven of them himself with just over three minutes gone. At the halfway point of the opening period it was a little closer, Fury cutting the Paisley side's lead to three points, Nicholas Collins (195-F-84) leading the way with five points for his side. A big three pointer from Keith Jonathan Bunyan (182-PG-92) reduced the lead again but this was answered straight away on the quick break by Christopher Cleary (200-C-88) who converted the layup. At the end of the first quarter the score was Clark Erikssson Fury 16 - St Mirren West College Scotland 19. Holding a slender three point lead the Saints couldn't afford to let anything slip and they started strong, Nicholas Collins adding to his tally with a long three point attempt and another long range two pointer increasing the St Mirren lead to eight points. Coach Stuart Glass called a time out with just over three minutes played in the second period, his team nine points ahead but Fury never far behind. Saints managed to maintain this lead, Nicholas Collins now notching up an impressive thirty points with three minutes left of the first half, his nearest challenger Jonathan Bunyan of Fury with fifteen points. A flurry of end to end action in the closing stages of the half saw both teams getting good points, including many three pointers, on the board but at the half it was still St Mirren in the lead, the score with twenty minutes to play Clark Eriksson Fury 42 - St Mirren West College Scotland 47. Christopher Cleary couldn't capitalise on a trip to the free throw line, allowing Falkirk to move up the court and register the first points of the second half, the difference now three points. St Mirren struggled to get some points on the board after that and Fury went on a nine point scoring run, Stuart Glass calling a time out as he suddenly found his team behind for the first time in the game, the score with three minutes of the third period played 54-39 in favour of the Clark Eriksson side. With three minutes left in the quarter Colin Raillley was sent to the foul line, Fury now in foul trouble and converted both to cut the Clark Eriksson's side to five points. As the third quarter drew to a close it was still a very close match despite the lead having swung in Falkirk's favour. With ten minutes left to play the score was Clark Eriksson Fury 70 - St Mirren West College Scotland 65. Nicholas Collins added to his tally with another two from the foul line ten seconds in to the final period followed by two from David Johnston, St Mirren now only three behind. A Fury time out was called with just over eight minutes to play in the game after John Jonathan Bunyan found his team only two ahead, St Mirren applying a lot of pressure to his players. After four minutes of play Christopher Cleary found himself on the free throw line, scoring both and taking St Mirren back in to the lead by a single point. As he saw his side for further behind Fury coach John Jonathan Bunyan was given a technical foul by referee Chris Dodds, sending Saints to the line for one. Cleary really found his scoring form in the second stage of the final quarter, not only converting from the free throw line but shooting well from the field. Despite going in the lead St Mirren couldn't keep a hold of it and with three minutes left Nicholas Collins (195-F-84) took his points tally to an incredible forty four points with a three point shot tying the game up as we headed into the closing stages, Fury on team fouls for the rest of the game. St Mirren coach Stuart Glass called a time out with just over a minute remaining, his side three points down and looking to manufacture a win in the dying seconds. Colin Railley scored a big three pointer with fifty seconds to go to make the scores even again, before Christopher Cleary blocked Nicholas Collins (195-F-84)'s last second buzzer beater attempt, taking this game to overtime! The score at the end of regulation play Clark Eriksson Fury 91 - St Mirren west College Scotland 91. Free throws made all the difference in the first ninety seconds of overtime, St Mirren making three of four to go three points in front but this was answered by Nicholas Collins (195-F-84) with a made field goal. A time out was called with half of the overtime period left to play by Fury coach John Jonathan Bunyan, his side just behind St Mirren by two points. Pro Rocks start Nicholas Collins (195-F-84) led the charge for the Clark Eriksson side, scoring another two point attempt, evening the scores as we entered the final minute of overtime, followed by a Scotty Russell fast break bucket putting Fury ahead by two with forty seconds to play and a timeout called by St Mirren. David Johnston was sent to the foul line and made one of two, leaving St Mirren just a point behind as the game entered the final twenty four seconds. Despite a last ditch attempt by St Mirren this final belonged to Fury. The final score Clark Eriksson Fury 99 - St Mirren West College Scotland 96.
MVP Nicholas Collins St Mirren West College Scotland

Courtesy of: basketballscotland.co.uk


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U16 International touornament in Konya: Serbia Vs Russia 70:43 - by Zoran Popovic

After one day of break Serbian team played against Russia and won by result 70:43 (21:8, 24:8, 15:12, 10:15). Serbian prospects started very aggressive from the beggining of tthe match and after first quarter made +13 points advantage. In the second period Serbian team continued in the sam rhythm and finished firrst half with +29 points advantage. iIn the second half Serbian team played routinely and in that rhtythm finished the game. The most efficient player in Russian team was Dotchenko with 8 points and in Serbian team Andrija Marjanovic (196-F-99) scored 21 points, Vulikic adds 14 points. Next game Serbian team will play againt the winner from the match between Montenegro and Germany.


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Luka Igrutinovic gets MVP of the Week award for Slovakian Extraliga - by Eurobasket News

Serbian Luka Igrutinovic (193-PG-92) had an amazing evening in the last round for Levice and that's him to receive a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 31.
The 22-year old playmaker had a double-double of 34 points and thirteen rebounds, while his team beat Nitra (#10, 3-27) 86-75. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Levice maintains the 9th position in Slovakian Extraliga. Levice is currently ranked second from the bottom. They need more victories to improve their 10-20 record. In the team's last game Igrutinovic had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. He turned to be Levice's top player in his first season with the team. Igrutinovic has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 20.7ppg), rebounds (4th best: 8.6rpg), assists (7th best: 3.3apg) and averages solid 54.5% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was 26-year old former international power forward Roman Vido (204-PF-88) of Nitra. Vido impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 34 points and 18 rebounds. Bad luck as Nitra lost that game 75-86 to slightly higher-ranked Levice (#9, 10-20). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Nitra is still at the dead bottom 10th position. 27 lost games are too many comparing to just three victories Nitra managed to get this year. Vido is one of the most experienced players at Nitra and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Croatian Sasa Jankovic (204-F-84) of second-ranked Rieker KN. Jankovic scored 28 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Rieker KN, leading his team to a 107-75 easy win against the lower-ranked Nova Ves (#8, 11-20). Rieker KN is closer and closer to top of the standings. They will still need more victories. But 25-6 record is not that bad... Jankovic has a great season in Slovakia. After 30 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.8ppg (9th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Sinisa Bilic (201-F-89) of Rieker KN - 24 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Goran Bulatovic (186-PG-88) of Nova Ves - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists
6. P.J. Alawoya (203-F-88) of Rieker KN - 16 points and 10 rebounds
7. Peter Sedmak (207-F/C-85) of Inter Bratislava - 22 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
8. Lukaas Hoferica) of Karlovka - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Ondrej Starosta (215-C-79) of Inter Bratislava - 8 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
10. T.J. Bannister (180-PG-84) of Rieker KN - 14 points, 3 rebounds and 12 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


Slovakian Cup semifinals are set - by Eurobasket News

The Slovakian Cup Final Eight started today in Komarno. Four teams paved their way into the semifinals tonight.
Inter Bratislava outgunned Karlovka 97:64 to advance into the semifinal stage. Peter Sedmak (207-F/C-85, agency: 011 Sports) and Ondrej Starosta (215-C-79) posted 19 points each to lead Inter. Michal Kozar (191-F-90) and Dalibor Hlivak (190-G-95) answered with 10 points each in the defeat.
Komarno fired past Levice 111:92 for the place in the semis. Komarno eked out a 55:52 lead at the interval. The hosts shifted the gear in the second half and ran away with the victory. T.J. Bannister (180-PG-84, agency: KMG Sports Management, college: Liberty) unleashed 42 points for Komarno. Malik Story (196-F/G-90, agency: Two Points, college: Nevada) topscored with 23 points for Levice.
Banska Bystrica eked out an 80:78 win over Prievidza. Milan Ziak (190-G-88) accounted for 20 points for the winners. Maric and Nemanja Miljkovic (204-C/F-90) connected for 17 points apiece in the losing case.
Iskra Svit held off Handlova 99:82 behind 22 points from Smajlagic. Ondrej Soska (208-C-78) dropped 15 points for Handlova.


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Standings

KBL Standings
 1. Mobis Phoebus 32-11 
 2. SK Knights 32-11 
 3. Dongbu Promy 29-14 
 4. Goyang Orions 23-21 
 5. LG Sakers 23-21 
 6. ET Land 21-22 
 7. Sonic Boom KT 20-23 
 8. Anyang KGC 17-26 
 9. KCC Egis 11-33 
 10. Samsung Th. 9-35 

Regular Season: Round 35

Feb. 6: Samsung Th. - KCC Egis 72-66
Feb. 6: LG Sakers - Dongbu Promy 62-80
Feb. 7: Anyang KGC - ET Land
Feb. 7: Goyang Orions - Sonic Boom KT
Feb. 8: SK Knights - Dongbu Promy
Feb. 8: KCC Egis - LG Sakers
Feb. 8: Mobis Phoebus - Samsung Th.


Powell's double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

31-year old forward Ricardo Powell (199-F-83) had a great game in the last round for ET Land and receives a Asia-basket.com Player of the Week award for round 34.
He had a double-double of 35 points and 13 rebounds, while his team edged out KCC Egis (#9, 11-32) 79-77. ET Land maintains the 6th position in South Korean league. ET Land is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 21-22 record. Powell has many years of experience at ET Land, through which he has constantly improved. University of South Carolina graduate has very impressive stats this year. Powell is in league's top in points (7th best: 18.8ppg), rebounds (8th best: 7.9rpg) and averages solid 52.6% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Davon Jefferson (204-F-86) of LG Sakers. He is American forward in his second season at LG Sakers. In the last game Jefferson recorded impressive 33 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course he led LG Sakers to another comfortable win outscoring slightly higher-ranked SK Knights (#2, 32-11) 95-71. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. LG Sakers consolidated its place in top 4 of the standings. His team's 23-20 record is not bad at all. Jefferson is well-known at LG Sakers and he already established his position as one of the team's leaders. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.0ppg (#1). He also registered 8.9 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to center David Simon (208-C-82) of Dongbu Promy (#3). Simon scored 21 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Dongbu Promy, leading his team to a 75-68 win against the lower-ranked Samsung Th. (#10, 8-35). Dongbu Promy needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 28 victories and 14 lost games. Simon has a great season in South Korea. After 42 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.7ppg (9th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Troy Gillenwater (205-F-88) of Goyang Orions - 29 points and 8 rebounds
5. Gregory Stevenson (197-F-78) of Mobis Phoebus - 26 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists
6. Sung-Min Cho (197-F-83) of Sonic Boom KT - 30 points, 2 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Aaron Haynes (201-F-81) of SK Knights - 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Tyler Wilkerson (203-F-88) of KCC Egis - 24 points and 10 rebounds
9. Ricardo Ratliffe (203-F-89) of Mobis Phoebus - 23 points and 7 rebounds
10. Sek-Eun Oh (200-C-87) of Anyang KGC - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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Standings - LEB Gold

LEB Gold Standings
 1. Breogan 13-6 
 2. Ourense 12-6 
 3. Palencia 12-6 
 4. Planasa NV 12-7 
 5. Valladolid 11-6 
 6. Burgos 11-6 
 7. Palma 11-7 
 8. Forca Lleida 10-7 
 9. Melilla 10-9 
 10. Coruna 8-10 
 11. Oviedo 7-12 
 12. Cocinas.com 6-13 
 13. Penas Huesca 5-13 
 14. Prat 5-14 
 15. Clinicas Rincon 4-15 

Regular Season: Round 20

Feb. 6: Burgos - Clinicas Rincon 88-63
Feb. 6: Melilla - Oviedo 83-64
Feb. 6: Palencia - Prat 79-77 OT
Feb. 6: Cocinas.com - Planasa NV 63-73
Feb. 6: Coruna - Breogan
Feb. 7: Valladolid - Ourense
Feb. 6: Forca Lleida - Palma

Round 16

Jan. 31: Valladolid - Penas Huesca 84-79


Stats Leaders - LEB Gold

Points Per Game
 Shawn GLOVER
  Palma
  (201-PF-90)
  Avg: 15.5
 1. Glover, Palma15.5 
 2. Hernandez-S., Buca.15.0 
 3. Abalde, Prat14.6 
 4. Guillen, Clinic.13.7 
 5. Llorca, Breogan13.6 
 6. Almazan, Plana.13.5 
 7. Brizuela, Penas H.12.9 
 8. Bravo, Melilla12.7 
 9. Coppenrath, Burgos12.5 
 10. Vicedo, Penas H.12.4 
Rebounds Per Game
 Eduardo HERNANDEZ-SONSECA
  Bucan.
  (212-C-83)
  Avg: 9.4
 1. Hernandez-S., Buca.9.4 
 2. Rowley, Coruna9.1 
 3. Arteaga, Palencia8.1 
 4. Otegui, Palencia7.9 
 5. De La Fuente, Vall.7.1 
 6. Garcia, Oviedo7.0 
 7. Mugica, Forca Llei.6.9 
 8. Coppenrath, Burgos6.7 
 9. Wright, Melilla6.1 
 10. Lucas, Valladolid6.1 
Assists Per Game
 Mikel URIZ
  Valladolid
  (182-PG-89)
  Avg: 5.5
 1. Uriz, Valladolid5.5 
 2. Kudlacek, Cocinas..4.8 
 3. Bassas, Oviedo4.7 
 4. Forcada, Palencia4.1 
 5. Simeon, Forca Llei.4.0 
 6. Lopez, Breogan3.8 
 7. Llorente, Palma3.6 
 8. Garrido, Melilla3.5 
 9. Vujasinovic, Coruna3.2 
 10. Vilanova, Prat3.2 
Steals Per Game
 Alex LLORCA
  Breogan
  (192-G-89)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. Llorca, Breogan2.3 
 2. Soluade, Unicaja2.3 
 3. Xavier, Burgos2.2 
 4. Rivero, Ourense2.1 
 5. DiBartolomeo, Palma2.0 
 6. Otegui, Palencia1.9 
 7. Uriz, Valladolid1.8 
 8. Glover, Palma1.7 
 9. Llorente, Palma1.6 
 10. Sans, FIATC J.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Laszlo DOBOS
  Coruna
  (222-C-93)
  Avg: 1.6
 1. Dobos, Coruna1.6 
 2. Troutman, Penas H.1.3 
 3. Hernandez-S., Buca.1.2 
 4. Orukpe, CB Tarra.1.2 
 5. Fakuade, Forca L.1.1 
 6. Diouf, Burgos1.1 
 7. Gatell, Melilla1.0 
 8. Serrano, Prat1.0 
 9. Lucas, Valladolid0.9 
 10. Samb, Breogan0.9 


Carissimo inks at Oviedo at the beginning of his pro career - by Eurobasket News

Union Financiera Baloncesto Oviedo (LEB Gold) strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old American point guard Sandro Carissimo (188-77kg-92). Carissimo just graduated from Vermont (NCAA). In 31 games he recorded 12.8ppg, 3.2rpg, 2.0apg and 1.1spg last season. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. Great season indeed as he was voted to All-AEC 1st Team. Carissimo's college team won AEC Tournament in 2012.
Of course it will be his first season as a professional player.

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Castelldefels land Fercho Garcia - by Eurobasket News

CB Castelldefels (EBA) tabbed 27-year old forward Fercho Garcia (197-88). He played recently at Agustinos-Eras (EBA). In 2012/13 season the forward also played for CB Agustinos-Eras. He started his career in Maristas CB.
Garcia has played previously for another Spanish team Ponferrada.

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EuroLeague: Fenerbahce nip Laboral Kutxa in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News

Fenerbahce - Laboral Kutxa 91:90

Fenerbahce eked out a tough home win over Laboral Kutxa in Istanbul today. Nemanja Bjelica (209-SF-88, agency: Interperformances) sank two free throws in the dying seconds and Fenerbahce recorded the 4th victory in EuroLeague Top 16 Group F.
Laboral Kutxa snatched a 21:20 lead after the opening quarter. Fenerbahce denied the deficit in the second frame. The Turkish team fired 25 points to take a 45:43 halftime advantage. Fenerbahce stayed aggressive throughout the third term. The home team drained 26 points in the next period to ensure a 6-point lead heading into the final stanza. Laboral Kutxa cut the distance and eventually pulled ahead following two free throws from Mike James with 38 seconds remaining. But Nemanja Bjelica drew a foul and then punished the Basque team from the stripe sealing the victory for Fenerbahce. Andrew Goudelock (190-G-88, college: Charleston) produced 19 points, while Emir Preldzic (205-SF-87, agency: Beo Basket) added 13 points for the Turkish team. Fernando San Emeterio (199-F/G-84) posted 15 points for Laboral Kutxa. Davis Bertans (208-F-92) had 14 points in the loss.

Fenerbahce: Andrew Goudelock 19, Nemanja Bjelica 14, Emir Preldzic 13
Laboral Kutxa: Fernando San Emeterio 15, Davis Bertans 14


Santurtzi signs Alex Hernandez - by Eurobasket News

CB Santurtzi SK (EBA) signed 22-year old domestic forward Alex Hernandez (190-93). He has played for the last two seasons at Sabadell Basquet Natacio in EBA. However his team was relegated to 1 Nac. In 11 games he had just 2.0ppg last season. In 2012/13 season the forward tallied 2.0ppg and 1.3rpg for Sabadell Natacio. 

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E.J. Kusnyer left Caceres - by Eurobasket News

29-year old American (has also Hungarian passport) swingman E.J. Kusnyer (196-86, college: Mercer, agency: Dynamics Global Management) left Caceres Patrimonio de la Humanidad (LEB Silver). In 8 games he had 6.9ppg and 1.6rpg this season. Kusnyer also played at Zalakeramia-ZTE KK (A Division) in Hungarian league earlier that season. In 5 LEB Silver games he recorded 4.2ppg and 1.0rpg.
The last season he played at Egis Kormend (A Division) in Hungarian league. In 28 games he recorded 5.9ppg. Kusnyer also played 6 games in EuroChallenge where he recorded just 2.3ppg.
The previous (2013) summer he played at Kilsyth Cobras (SEABL) in Australian league. In 29 games he recorded very impressive stats: 18.7ppg, 4.4rpg and 1.1apg in 2013 season. Kusnyer won WBA championship title in 2011.
He has played also professionally in Canada (Power), Holland (Rotterdam) and IBA (Gwinett Majic).
Kusnyer attended Mercer University until 2010 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

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  SWEDEN  

Standings - Basketligan

Basketligan Standings
 1. Norrkoping 18-7 
 2. Uppsala 18-8 
 3. Sodertalje 17-6 
 4. Boras 17-7 
 5. Sundsvall 17-8 
 6. LF Basket 16-9 
 7. Solna 10-16 
 8. Nassjo 9-17 
 9. Umea 8-17 
 10. Eco Orebro 5-21 
 11. Jamtland 3-22 

Regular Season: Round 31

Feb. 6: Solna - Jamtland 93-87
Feb. 6: Umea - Uppsala 66-93
Feb. 6: LF Basket - Nassjo 63-64
Feb. 6: Eco Orebro - Sundsvall 103-91
Feb. 7: Sodertalje - Boras


Stats Leaders - Basketligan

Points Per Game
 Omar KRAYEM
  Umea
  (185-PG-86)
  Avg: 20.7
 1. Krayem, Umea20.7 
 2. Bizaca, Sodertalje20.0 
 3. Jordan, Umea20.0 
 4. Burrows, LF Basket19.1 
 5. Miller, Boras18.8 
 6. Morrison, Norrk.18.6 
 7. Wesby, LF Basket17.8 
 8. Gaddefors, Uppsala17.5 
 9. Wright, Sundsvall17.1 
 10. Sigurdarson, Sund.16.9 
Rebounds Per Game
 Germain JORDAN
  Umea
  (198-C/F-86)
  Avg: 11.3
 1. Jordan, Umea11.3 
 2. Kjellbom, Norrkopi.10.4 
 3. Baeringsson, Sunds.9.3 
 4. Wright, Sundsvall9.3 
 5. Maraker, Boras9.2 
 6. Anderson, Soder.8.6 
 7. Nordstrom, Uppsala7.9 
 8. Montanana, Solna7.4 
 9. McKnight, Boras7.3 
 10. Burrows, LF Bask.7.3 
Assists Per Game
 Omar KRAYEM
  Umea
  (185-PG-86)
  Avg: 7.1
 1. Krayem, Umea7.1 
 2. Prostran, Norrk.6.4 
 3. Washington, Solna5.6 
 4. Darboe, Boras4.7 
 5. Miller, Boras4.5 
 6. Solevic, Nassjo4.2 
 7. Plannthin, Svend.4.1 
 8. Jackson, Uppsala4.0 
 9. Peters, Jamtland3.8 
 10. Burrows, LF Bask.3.7 
Steals Per Game
 Thomas JACKSON
  Uppsala
  (175-PG-80)
  Avg: 2.7
 1. Jackson, Uppsala2.7 
 2. Colimon, Eco O.2.1 
 3. Solevic, Nassjo2.0 
 4. Washington, Solna1.9 
 5. McKnight, Boras1.7 
 6. Nordstrom, Uppsala1.7 
 7. Wright, Sundsvall1.7 
 8. Krayem, Umea1.7 
 9. Wesby, LF Basket1.6 
 10. Plannthin, Svend.1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Joakim KJELLBOM
  Norrkoping
  (212-C-79)
  Avg: 2.9
 1. Kjellbom, Norrkopi.2.9 
 2. Burrows, LF Basket1.3 
 3. Robinson, Umea1.2 
 4. Jukic, Nassjo1.1 
 5. Gruis, Jamtland1.1 
 6. Hanke, Eco Orebro1.0 
 7. Palm, Boras0.9 
 8. Thorsteinsso., Sol.0.8 
 9. Wesby, LF Basket0.7 
 10. McKnight, Boras0.7 



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  SWITZERLAND  


Julien Rahier sets high-speed scoring record - by Eurobasket News

Julien Rahier (193-G-83) impressed in the latest LNB round. The guard set a new high-speed scoring record unleashing 49 points in just 28 minutes on the court for Lausanne. He also added 7 rebounds and 3 assists as Lausanne cruised past Academie Fribourg U23 97:63. Julien Rahier went for 7/12 from the field, 5/12 from beyond the arc and 20/23 from charity stripe. The guard averages 23.3 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game for Lausanne this season. Lausanne in the meantime top LNB ladder at 18-5 record.


Monthey lands Cory Johnson - by Luca Maffioli

BBC Monthey (LNA) landed 27-year old American forward Cory Johnson (200-105kg-88, college: Valparaiso). He played recently at Lapuan Korikobrat in Finnish Korisliiga and he replaces Darryl Webb (198-F-88, college: Indiana, PA). In two games he averaged impressive 15.5ppg, 7.5rpg, 1.0apg and 1.0spg this season. Johnson also played at KTP-Basket (Korisliiga) in Finland earlier that season. In only one game he had very remarkable stats: 16 points and 6 rebounds. He also played 5 games in EuroChallenge where he had 4.0ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.0apg. The last season Johnson played at SAM Basket Massagno. In 25 games he had high stats: 20.3ppg, 6.4rpg, 2.0apg and 1.0spg. It was a very successful season in his career as he was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss LNA 3rd Team.
The previous (12-13) season Johnson played at Leyma Basquet (LEB Gold) in Spanish league. In 27 games he had 4.5ppg and 2.9rpg in 2012-13 season. The most of previous (11-12) season he spent at UU-Korihait (Korisliiga) in Finnish league. In 29 games he had high stats: 16.8ppg, 5.9rpg, 1.3apg and 1.0spg in 2011-12 season. The other team Johnson played that season for was WCAA Giants Bergen op Zoom (Eredivisie) in Dutch league. In 29 games he had high stats: 16.8ppg, 5.9rpg and 1.3apg in 2011-12 season. His team made it to the Horizon League Tournament Semifinals in 2011.
Johnson graduated from Valparaiso University in 2011 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball.

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Darryl Webb leaves Monthey - by Eurobasket News

27-year old American forward Darryl Webb (198-88, college: Indiana, PA) left BBC Monthey (LNA). In 18 games he was ninth best scorer with impressive 15.8ppg and had 11.2rpg (#3 in the league), 1.3apg and 1.3spg (in top 9) this season.
The last season Webb played at Hitachi Sunrockers (NBL) in Japanese league. In 26 games he recorded 13.2ppg, 9.3rpg and 1.4apg.
The previous (12-13) season he played at Landstede Basketbal Zwolle (Eredivisie) in Dutch league. In 39 games he averaged 14.3ppg, 10.2rpg (leader !!!) and 1.3spg in 2012-13 season. He helped them to win the cup. A very good season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Dutch Eredivisie 1st Team and All-Imports Team.
In 11-12 season Webb played at Crailsheim Merlins (BBL) in German league. In 35 games he averaged remarkable 15.5ppg, 7.0rpg and 1.3apg in 2011-12 season. He contributed to his team making it to the semifinals. It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro A Honorable Mention. Webb received All-PSAC West Division Player of the Year award back in 2011 at his college time.
Webb graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2011 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball.

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  TAIWAN  

Standings - SBL

SBL Standings
 1. Pure Youth 18-6 
 2. Taiwan Mobile 17-8 
 3. Taiwan Beer 14-11 
 4. Yulon Luxgen 10-15 
 5. Bank of Taiwan 10-15 
 6. Dacin Tigers 9-16 
 7. KKL 9-16 

Regular Season: Round 15

Feb. 6: Yulon Luxgen - KKL 75-70
Feb. 6: Bank of Taiwan - Taiwan Beer 74-65
Feb. 5: KKL - Pure Youth 67-98
Feb. 5: Dacin Tigers - Taiwan Mobile 65-73

Regular Season: Round 16

Feb. 7: Pure Youth - Dacin Tigers
Feb. 7: Taiwan Mobile - Yulon Luxgen
Feb. 8: Taiwan Beer - Pure Youth
Feb. 8: Dacin Tigers - Bank of Taiwan


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Bryan DAVIS
  KKL
  (206-F/C-86)
  Avg: 28.1
 1. Davis, KKL28.1 
 2. Townes, Taiwan Mob.23.2 
 3. O'Bryant, Taiwan B.20.2 
 4. Tyler, Bank o.18.3 
 5. Chen, Bank o.16.8 
 6. Liu, Taiwan Beer15.2 
 7. Davis, Pure Youth14.7 
 8. Pelle, Dacin Tigers14.5 
 9. Chang, Taiwan Mobi.12.6 
 10. Chou, Yulon Luxg.12.4 
Rebounds Per Game
 James TYLER
  Bank o.
  (218-C-88)
  Avg: 18.1
 1. Tyler, Bank o.18.1 
 2. Townes, Taiwan Mob.17.9 
 3. Davis, KKL14.8 
 4. Pelle, Dacin Tigers14.2 
 5. O'Bryant, Taiwan B.13.5 
 6. Davis, Pure Youth13.4 
 7. Tsai, Pure Youth7.8 
 8. Zhou, Taiwan Beer6.9 
 9. Liu, Taiwan Beer6.2 
 10. Chanj, Bank o.6.0 
Assists Per Game
 Chih-Wei WU
  Taiwan Mobile
  (182-G-87)
  Avg: 3.9
 1. Wu, Taiwan Mobile3.9 
 2. Lin, KKL3.5 
 3. Wu, Taiwan Mobile2.9 
 4. Chu, Dacin Tigers2.8 
 5. Davis, KKL2.7 
 6. Liu, Taiwan Beer2.7 
 7. Shih-Feng, Yulon L.2.7 
 8. Peng, Pure Youth2.4 
 9. O'Bryant, Taiwan B.2.2 
 10. Chen, Bank o.2.2 
Steals Per Game
 Bryan DAVIS
  KKL
  (206-F/C-86)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. Davis, KKL2.3 
 2. Liu, Taiwan Beer2.3 
 3. Lin, KKL2.0 
 4. Chanj, Bank o.1.9 
 5. Wu, Taiwan Mobile1.8 
 6. Chou, Yulon Luxgen1.6 
 7. Chu, Dacin Tigers1.6 
 8. Lin, Pure Youth1.5 
 9. Townes, Taiwan Mob.1.5 
 10. Yu-Ann, Taiwan B.1.4 
Blocks Per Game
 Norvel PELLE
  Dacin Tigers
  (208-F-93)
  Avg: 3
 1. Pelle, Dacin Tigers3.0 
 2. Tyler, Bank o.2.9 
 3. Townes, Taiwan Mob.2.4 
 4. Davis, Pure Youth2.3 
 5. O'Bryant, Taiwan B.1.6 
 6. Davis, KKL1.4 
 7. Chou, Yulon Luxgen0.9 
 8. Chen, KKL0.7 
 9. Yueh, Dacin Tigers0.6 
 10. Zhou, Taiwan Beer0.5 


SBL Round 15: Taiwan Beer is defeated by Bank of Taiwan - by Eurobasket News

The game between third ranked Taiwan Beer (14-11) and sixth ranked Bank of Taiwan (10-15) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Taiwan Beer was defeated by Bank of Taiwan in a tough game 65-74. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Taiwan Beer. Bank of Taiwan was tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. It was a great evening for American center James Tyler (218-88) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 18 rebounds. The former international forward Shun-Hsiang Chen (190-85) helped adding 18 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was international forward Cheng Liu (192-90) with 30 points. Bank of Taiwan moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Yulon Luxgen. Taiwan Beer at the other side keeps the third position with 11 games lost. Bank of Taiwan is looking forward to face Dacin Tigers (#6) in the next round. Taiwan Beer will play against the league's leader Pure Youth and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
SBL top team - Pure Youth (18-6) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked KKL (9-16) 98-67. It was a quality performance for international point guard Shih-Chieh Chen (176-85) who led the winners and scored 14 points and 8 assists. Garret Siler accounted for 14 points and 12 rebounds. International power forward Kuan-Chuan Chen (197-93) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds for KKL in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-6 record. KKL lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 16 games lost. They share it with Dacin Tigers. Pure Youth will play against Taiwan Beer (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. KKL will have a break next round.
The game in was also quite interesting. Second ranked Taiwan Mobile (17-8) played at the court of 6th ranked Dacin Tigers (9-16). Taiwan Mobile managed to secure a 8-point victory 73-65 on Thursday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Dacin Tigers. The best player for the winners was Darian Townes who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 25 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Kuan-Lun Lin who recorded 18 points and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Taiwan Mobile maintains second place with 17-8 record behind leader Pure Youth. Loser Dacin Tigers keep the sixth position with 16 games lost. They share it with KKL. Taiwan Mobile will meet Yulon Luxgen (#4) in the next round. Dacin Tigers will play against Bank of Taiwan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

In the last game of round 15 KKL lost to Yulon Luxgen 70-75.

Yulon Luxgen - KKL 75-70

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fourth ranked Yulon Luxgen and 5th ranked KKL had identical 9-15 record. This time Yulon Luxgen beat the opponent 75-70 on Friday night. Yulon Luxgen trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 42-36 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Yulon Luxgen forced 19 KKL turnovers. Strangely KKL outrebounded Yulon Luxgen 43-31 including a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Ivorian-French power forward Herve Lamizana (208-81, college: Rutgers) who scored 27 points and 7 rebounds. The former international guard Shih-Yuan Chou (188-83) chipped in 11 points and 6 rebounds. Four Yulon Luxgen players scored in double figures. Yulon Luxgen's coach used entire bench in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Bryan Davis (206-86, college: Texas A&M) who recorded a double-double by scoring 30 points and 14 rebounds and point guard Wei-Han Lin (178-90) added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Yulon Luxgen maintains fourth place with 10-15 record, which they share with Bank of Taiwan. KKL lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 16 games lost. They share it with Dacin Tigers. Yulon Luxgen will meet league's second-placed Taiwan Mobile in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. KKL will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
KKL: B.Davis 30+14reb+1ast, W.Lin 12+7reb+5ast, W.Chien 10+2reb+3ast, C.Huang 8+6reb+1ast, K.Chen 8+8reb, A.Teng 2+6reb+1ast
Yulon Luxgen: H.Lamizana 27+7reb+3ast, C.Lu 14+1reb, S.Chou 11+6reb+1ast, J.Shih-Feng 10+4reb+1ast, G.Pan 5+3reb, P.Chou 4+2reb+1ast
gschID: 356054


Bank of Taiwan - Taiwan Beer 74-65

The game between third ranked Taiwan Beer (14-11) and sixth ranked Bank of Taiwan (10-15) was the most important one in the last round on Friday night. Taiwan Beer was defeated by Bank of Taiwan in a tough game 65-74. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Taiwan Beer. Bank of Taiwan was tied at the half but managed to speed up in last two quarters eventually winning the game. It was a great evening for American center James Tyler (218-88) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 18 rebounds. The former international forward Shun-Hsiang Chen (190-85) helped adding 18 points and 5 rebounds. Tyler is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was international forward Cheng Liu (192-90) with 30 points and Central African-American center Patrick O'Bryant (213-86, college: Bradley) scored 9 points and 11 rebounds. Bank of Taiwan moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Yulon Luxgen. Taiwan Beer at the other side keeps the third position with 11 games lost. Bank of Taiwan is looking forward to face Dacin Tigers (#6) in the next round. Taiwan Beer will play against the league's leader Pure Youth and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Taiwan Beer: C.Liu 30+2reb+1ast, P.O'Bryant 9+11reb+3ast, K.Lui 7+1reb, B.Zhou 6+6reb+3ast, W.Shang 5+6reb, T.Zuo 4+1reb+1ast
Bank of Taiwan: S.Chen 18+5reb+2ast, J.Tyler 17+18reb+1ast, P.Chanj 11+5reb+3ast, K.Chen 9+6reb, W.Li 8+3reb+3ast, C.Hsu 4+1reb+1ast
gschID: 356053


KKL - Pure Youth 67-98

SBL top team - Pure Youth (18-6) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed fifth ranked KKL (9-16) 98-67. It looked good early as KKL took an 1-point lead at the end of first quarter. But then Pure Youth had a 22-6 second period charge getting the lead and KKL was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 67-98. They dominated on the defensive end, holding KKL to just 6 points in second quarter. Pure Youth dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to KKL's 34. They outrebounded KKL 50-39 including 35 on the defensive glass. Pure Youth players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. It was a quality performance for international point guard Shih-Chieh Chen (176-85) who led the winners and scored 14 points and 8 assists. American center Garret Siler (213-86, college: GRU) accounted for 14 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side. International power forward Kuan-Chuan Chen (197-93) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and American power forward Bryan Davis (206-86, college: Texas A&M) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for KKL in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains first place with 18-6 record. KKL lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the bottom position with 16 games lost. They share it with Dacin Tigers. Pure Youth will play against Taiwan Beer (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. KKL will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
KKL: C.Lee 12+1reb+2ast, K.Chen 12+10reb+1ast, B.Davis 9+8reb+2ast, C.Lee 6+1reb, W.Chien 6+3reb, W.Lin 6+2reb+2ast
Pure Youth: G.Siler 14+12reb, S.Chen 14+4reb+8ast, Z.Subo 12+7reb, L.Lin 8+3reb, Y.Lin 8+7reb+2ast, C.Jian-En 8+2ast
gschID: 356051


Dacin Tigers - Taiwan Mobile 65-73

The game in was also quite interesting. Second ranked Taiwan Mobile (17-8) played at the court of 6th ranked Dacin Tigers (9-16). Taiwan Mobile managed to secure a 8-point victory 73-65 on Thursday. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Dacin Tigers. Taiwan Mobile trailed by 7 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 5-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 73-65. Taiwan Mobile outrebounded Dacin Tigers 54-38 including a 39-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American power forward Darian Townes (208-84) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 25 rebounds. The former international swingman Jung-Hsuan Chang (194-87) chipped in 13 points and 6 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Kuan-Lun Lin (187-84) who recorded 18 points and 4 assists and Yo Chin added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Taiwan Mobile maintains second place with 17-8 record behind leader Pure Youth. Loser Dacin Tigers keep the sixth position with 16 games lost. They share it with KKL. Taiwan Mobile will meet Yulon Luxgen (#4) in the next round. Dacin Tigers will play against Bank of Taiwan and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dacin Tigers: K.Lin 18+2reb+4ast, C.Chang 12+4reb, Y.Chin 10+7reb+1ast, M.Fey 8+3reb+1ast, N.Pelle 7+6reb, Y.Chu 4+3reb+3ast
Taiwan Mobile: D.Townes 25+25reb+2ast, J.Cheng 14+5reb, J.Chang 13+6reb, Y.Wu 9+3reb+5ast, C.Chen 5+1reb+1ast, T.Wu 4
gschID: 356052



Townes number one in Taiwan for round 15 - by Eurobasket News

American Power forward Darian Townes (208-F/C-84) had a very impressive game in the last round for second-ranked Taiwan Mobile, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 15.
The 30-year old player had a double-double of 25 points and 25 rebounds, while his team beat Dacin Tigers (#6, 9-16) 73-65. Taiwan Mobile maintains the 2nd position in Taiwanese SBL. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Taiwan Mobile will need more victories to improve their 17-8 record. Townes turned to be Taiwan Mobile's top player in his first season with the team. Darian Townes has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 23.2ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 17.9rpg) and averages impressive 2.4bpg and 52.1% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was 33-year old Ivorian Herve Lamizana (208-F/C-81) of Yulon Luxgen. Lamizana had a very good evening with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. It was enough for Yulon Luxgen to edge the lower-ranked KKL (#7, 9-16) 75-70. Yulon Luxgen's 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 10-15 record. Lamizana is one of the most experienced players at Yulon Luxgen and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American center Garret Siler (213-C-86) of league's top team Pure Youth. Siler scored 14 points and grabbed twelve rebounds (!!!). He was a key player of Pure Youth, leading his team to a 98-67 easy win against the lower-ranked KKL (#7, 9-16). Pure Youth confirms their top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 18 victories and 6 lost games. Siler has a very solid season. In 5 games in Taiwan he scored 13.8ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Shih-Chieh Chen (176-PG-85) of Pure Youth - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists
5. James Tyler (218-C-88) of Bank of Taiwan - 17 points and 18 rebounds
6. Cheng Liu (192-F-90) of Taiwan Beer - 30 points and 2 rebounds
7. Bryan Davis (206-F/C-86) of KKL - 30 points and 14 rebounds
8. Patrick O'Bryant (213-C-86) of Taiwan Beer - 9 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Jung-Hsuan Chang (194-G/F-87) of Taiwan Mobile - 13 points and 6 rebounds
10. Kuan-Chuan Chen (197-C/F-93) of KKL - 12 points and 10 rebounds

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


Yulon Luxgen welcomes back Lamizana - by Eurobasket News

Yulon Luxgen (SBL) landed 34-year old French-Ivorian power forward Herve Lamizana (208-98kg-81, college: Rutgers). It is actually his comeback to Yulon Luxgen as he played here before. Lamizana played recently at Halc.Xalapa in Mexican LNBP. In 5 games he averaged 9.6ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.6apg and 2.0bpg this season. He also played at Al Ahli (Premier League) in Bahrain earlier that season. The last season Lamizana played at Soles (LNB) in Dominican Rep. league. In 19 games he had very impressive stats: 15.3ppg, 6.2rpg, 1.5apg and 2.4bpg. It was a very successful season in his career as he was selected to Latinbasket.com All-Dominican Rep. LNB Honorable Mention. The last (13-14) summer Lamizana played at Air21 Express (PBA) in Filipino league. In four games he had also remarkable stats: 20.0ppg, 12.0rpg, 3.0apg and 3.8bpg. The last (13-14) season he played at Sichuan Blue Whales (CBA) in Chinese league. In 6 games he had 13.8ppg, 8.3rpg, 1.3apg and 1.5bpg.
The previous (12-13) season Lamizana played at Yulon Luxgen. In 20 games he was second best scorer with high stats: 21.8ppg and recorded 12.3rpg (#4 in the league), 3.7apg (top 3), 1.2spg and 3.3bpg in 2012-13 season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. He can count that season as a very successful as was selected to Asia-basket.com All-Taiwanese SBL 2nd Team. Lamizana represented France at the Afrobasket Championships in Abidjan (Ivory Coast) two years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 10.4ppg, 6.0rpg, 1.4apg, Blocks-1 (2.4bpg), FGP: 42.1%, FT: 56.8%.
Lamizana is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Israel, Japan (Hamamatsu Phoenix), Lebanon (Al Riyadi), Puerto Rico (Vaqueros and Indios), Turkey, China (TianJin Steel), Dominican Republic (Enriquillo) and Libya (Nasr).
Lamizana attended Rutgers, The State University until 2004 and it is his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball.
His game is described as: You have to love his size, versatility and enormous potential.
Herve Lamizana is a smooth, graceful athlete and one of the top shot-blockers in the nation...has the ability to score both from the perimeter and on the inside.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Jordan Farmar signs at Darussafaka - by Eurobasket News

Darussafaka Dogus Istanbul (TBL) landed 29-year old American point guard Jordan Farmar (188-82kg-86, college: UCLA). He played recently at LA Clippers in the NBA, but was released by the team last month. In 36 games he averaged 4.6ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.9apg this season. The last season Farmar played at the Lakers in NBA. In 41 games he had 10.1ppg, 2.5rpg and 4.9apg.
The previous (12-13) season he played at Anadolu Efes. In 22 games he had 13.7ppg, 3.1rpg and 4.1apg in 2012-13 season. Farmar also played 29 games in Euroleague where he had 13.8ppg, 3.6rpg and 3.9apg in 2012-13 season. The most of previous (11-12) season he spent at the Nets in NBA. In 39 games he had 10.4ppg, 1.6rpg and 3.3apg in 2011-12 season. Farmar also played at Maccabi Electra Tel-Aviv (Winner League) in Israel earlier that season. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In three Winner League games he had 5.3ppg, 1.7rpg and 3.0apg in 2011-12 season. Farmar also played 7 games in Euroleague where he had 14.1ppg, 4.7rpg, 4.0apg and 1.4spg in 2011-12 season. He also played 6 games in Adriatic League where he had 13.2ppg, 2.0rpg, 6.2apg and 1.3spg in 2011-12 season.
In 2006 Farmar was drafted by L.A. Lakers (NBA) in first round (26th overall). The former Univ.of Calif.at Los Angeles standoutis in his ninth season in pro basketball.
Among other achievements Farmar's college team won Pac-10 Tournament in 2006. He received also USBWA All-NCAA District IX Team award back in 2006.
Farmar has played previously professionally in NBA (Brooklyn Nets) and D-League (Los Angeles D-Fenders).
Let's have closer look into His outlook: A classic PG, with phenomenal playmaking skills, basketball IQ and leadership. He is a great passer and possesses a terrific court vision. True point guard with excellent vision and passing ability . Needs to improve his shooting.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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EuroLeague: Fenerbahce nip Laboral Kutxa in Istanbul - by Eurobasket News

Fenerbahce - Laboral Kutxa 91:90

Fenerbahce eked out a tough home win over Laboral Kutxa in Istanbul today. Nemanja Bjelica (209-SF-88, agency: Interperformances) sank two free throws in the dying seconds and Fenerbahce recorded the 4th victory in EuroLeague Top 16 Group F.
Laboral Kutxa snatched a 21:20 lead after the opening quarter. Fenerbahce denied the deficit in the second frame. The Turkish team fired 25 points to take a 45:43 halftime advantage. Fenerbahce stayed aggressive throughout the third term. The home team drained 26 points in the next period to ensure a 6-point lead heading into the final stanza. Laboral Kutxa cut the distance and eventually pulled ahead following two free throws from Mike James with 38 seconds remaining. But Nemanja Bjelica drew a foul and then punished the Basque team from the stripe sealing the victory for Fenerbahce. Andrew Goudelock (190-G-88, college: Charleston) produced 19 points, while Emir Preldzic (205-SF-87, agency: Beo Basket) added 13 points for the Turkish team. Fernando San Emeterio (199-F/G-84) posted 15 points for Laboral Kutxa. Davis Bertans (208-F-92) had 14 points in the loss.

Fenerbahce: Andrew Goudelock 19, Nemanja Bjelica 14, Emir Preldzic 13
Laboral Kutxa: Fernando San Emeterio 15, Davis Bertans 14


Royal Hali Turkish Cup Eight-Finals - by Baha Kurtulus

Royal Hali Turkish Cup Eight-Finals will be held in Karatas Sahinbey Sport Hall- Gaziantep on 18th-22th February 2015

Eight-Finals pairings,

18th February 2015
17:00 Game 1 : Royal Hali Gaziantep - Fenerbahce Ulker
19:30 Game 2 : Pinar Karsiyaka - Banvit

19th February 2013
17:00 Game 3 : Ronesans TED Ankara Koeljliler - Darueussafaka Dogus
19:30 Game 4 : Anadolu Efes - Galatasaray Liv Hospital

20th February 2013
17:00 Winner Game 1 - Winner Game 2
20:00 Winner Game 3 - Winner Game 4

22th February 2013
17:00 Final





Ergin Ataman says: Are Euroleague being managed according to Greek commentators's decisions? - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

The coach of Galatasaray LH Ergin Ataman (agency: Beo Basket ) made important statements to a TV sports programme.

He said: "Euroleague refree committee president Kostas Rigas sent me a message at night and told me that they will choose "Tyus's block" as th block of the night. Rigas added that he took Greek commentators's advice and the decision of the refree was true. I told him that I talked with Turkish Euroleague refrees and they mentioned that the decision was wrong. We made an arguement, his messages were still in my phone. Are Euroleague being managed according to Greek commentators's decisions? From now on Turgay Demirel should become a part of these activities. There will be a little chance for our team however the other Turkish teams can not be hard done by Euroleague anymore."


Ergin Ataman says: Are Euroleague being managed according to Greek commentators's decisions? - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

The coach of Galatasaray LH Ergin Ataman (agency: Beo Basket ) made important statements to a TV sports programme.

He said: "Euroleague refree committee president Kostas Rigas sent me a message at night and told me that they will choose "Tyus's block" as th block of the night. Rigas added that he took Greek commentators's advice and the decision of the refree was true. I told him that I talked with Turkish Euroleague refrees and they mentioned that the decision was wrong. We made an arguement, his messages were still in my phone. Are Euroleague being managed according to Greek commentators's decisions? From now on Turgay Demirel should become a part of these activities. There will be a little chance for our team however the other Turkish teams can not be hard done by Euroleague anymore."


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Samuels with 16/X with 13 - by David Edole

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - The offense was clicking on all cylinders for the ULM men's basketball program Thursday night as it posted a decisive 77-61 victory over UALR at the Jack Stephens Center.

The Warhawks (15-8, 9-3 SBC) shot 57.7 percent from the field, their highest in conference play this year, including 62.1 percent in the first half. On the other side of the court, they held the Trojans (8-14, 3-9 SBC) to 33.9 percent shooting and 19.0 percent from long range.

Junior Jamaal Samuel (206-F-93) had a big night as he drained 16 points on 8-for-13 shooting. Samuel notched his fourth double-figure scoring game of the season and fifth of his career. His eight made field goals marked a career-high and also grabbed six rebounds in the contest

Samuel came out hot in the first half and hit four early field goals to give ULM a 17-10 lead with 12:30 remaining. The Trojans came back with a 7-0 run to even the score, 17-17 at the 9:05 mark. The Warhawks responded with jumpers from Roberson and Samuel to go back up, 21-17 with 7:46 to go.

Still leading, 27-23, ULM saw Ongwae grab a steal and throw down a dunk, followed by a jumper from Deng to increase the lead to 31-23 with 2:34 left. The Warhawks scored on their final possession of the half as Roberson found Deng underneath for a lay-up in the closing seconds to take a 37-27 edge at the break.

ULM extended its lead to 46-32 after Ongwae hit a three-pointer from the top of the key with 14:42 left in the second half. UALR cut the deficit to 46-37 with 13:26 remaining, but never again got the margin under 10 points.

The Warhawks were up 56-44 when Ongwae converted an old-fashion three-point play and Deng followed it up with a conventional three-pointer to push the lead up to 62-44 with 6:51 to go. ULM's biggest lead of the game came at 77-56 after a 6-0 run which included free throws from Coppola and Ongwae.

The Warhawks will close out the weekend on Saturday when they head to Georgia Southern for a 6:30 p.m. (CT) game at Hanner Fieldhouse.
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MOREHEAD, Ky. - The Tennessee State University men's basketball team fell to Morehead State University, 72-57, at Johnson Arena on Thursday night.

The Tigers (5-19, 2-7 OVC) never led in a game that the Eagles (11-14, 6-4 OVC) never saw a lead smaller than seven.

Xavier Richards (188-G-92) had 13 points and nine rebounds in the contest.

The Eagles controlled the scoreboard from the opening tip as they went into the locker room with a 34-24 lead. The Tigers were shut down from behind the arc, going 0-for-5 for the first 20 minutes.

TSU had a tough shooting half, overall, posting 25 percent from the floor (8-for-32). TheTigers did limit their turnovers, though, only giving the ball up four times in the half.

Despite falling behind as many as 16, TSU made it a game, cutting the gap to as little as three possessions with 2:34 left. After a goaltending call on Mekowulu, though, Morehead State rallied and ended the game on a 10-0 run.

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Mansfield turned the ball over three times in the final 30 seconds as the Mountaineers suffered a tough 60-56 PSAC East loss to Millersville Wednesday night on First Citizens Community Bank Court at Decker Gymnasium.

It was a disappointing loss for the Mountaineers who fought their way back from a 48-39 deficit with just under 10 minutes remaining in the game to take a 56-55 advantage on a Charles Pemberton layup with 58 second left to play.

Millersville retook the lead at 57-56 sixteen seconds later on a layup by Anthony Moe but three straight Mountaineer turnovers on their next three possessions doomed any chance of regaining the lead.

Even with the three turnovers, Mansfield still had a chance to at least tie the game with under five seconds to play but Millersville's Eddie Canter hit one of two free throws with three second left giving the Marauders a four point advantage and sealing the win.

Pemberton finished with 14 points along with eight rebounds for Mansfield.



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Standings - Superleague

Superleague Standings
 1. Khimik 21-0 
 2. Budivelnyk 18-3 
 3. Cherkasy 12-8 
 4. Dnipro 11-8 
 5. BC Kyiv 10-10 
 6. Mykolaiv 10-10 
 7. Ferro-ZNTU 9-10 
 8. BC Odessa 6-12 
 9. Hoverla 6-14 
 10. DniproAzot 5-14 
 11. Halychyna 1-20 

Regular Season: Round 26

Feb. 6: BC Odessa - Khimik 56-96
Feb. 7: Budivelnyk - Dnipro
Feb. 7: BC Kyiv - Cherkasy
Feb. 7: Halychyna - Ferro-ZNTU
Feb. 7: Hoverla - DniproAzot
Feb. 8: BC Odessa - Mykolaiv


Stats Leaders - Men

Points Per Game
 Ruslan OTVERCHENKO
  BC Ky.
  (192-SG-90)
  Avg: 21.2
 1. Otverchenko, BC K.21.2 
 2. Konate, Fe.19.7 
 3. Harris, DniproAzot17.5 
 4. McKnight, Hoverla16.3 
 5. Hamilton, Cherkasy15.6 
 6. Rundles, Cherkasy15.1 
 7. Moore, Khimik14.7 
 8. Krutous, BC Kyiv14.7 
 9. Downs, Koeln R.14.3 
 10. Lukashov, Budiv.13.9 
Rebounds Per Game
 Maks Adam KONATE
  Fe.
  (200-F-91)
  Avg: 9.7
 1. Konate, Fe.9.7 
 2. Ferguson, Dnipr.9.4 
 3. Sandul, BC Kyiv9.0 
 4. Tymofeyenko, Dni.8.4 
 5. Shvets, BC Kyiv7.4 
 6. Agafonov, Crailshe.7.3 
 7. Kushnirov, Mykolaiv7.0 
 8. Kondratyev, Dnipr.6.9 
 9. Korniyenko, Khimik6.9 
 10. Glenn, Hoverla6.8 
Assists Per Game
 Klym ARTAMONOV
  Sparta.
  (186-PG-93)
  Avg: 6.6
 1. Artamonov, Sparta.6.6 
 2. Rundles, Cherkasy6.3 
 3. McKnight, Hoverla6.1 
 4. Rybalko, Fe.5.8 
 5. Harris, DniproAzot5.7 
 6. Lukashov, Budiv.5.6 
 7. Chigrinov, Dnipro5.6 
 8. Burenko, Barons kv5.5 
 9. Tkachuk, DniproAz.5.4 
 10. Needham, Khimik5.0 
Steals Per Game
 Klym ARTAMONOV
  Sparta.
  (186-PG-93)
  Avg: 2.5
 1. Artamonov, Sparta.2.5 
 2. Rybalko, Fe.2.1 
 3. Lukashov, Budiv.1.9 
 4. Tymofeyenko, Dni.1.8 
 5. McKnight, Hoverla1.8 
 6. Hamilton, Cherkasy1.8 
 7. Rundles, Cherkasy1.8 
 8. Alferov, Hoverla1.6 
 9. Noskov, BC Odessa1.6 
 10. Needham, Khimik1.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Chris FERGUSON
  Dnipr.
  (206-F-89)
  Avg: 2.2
 1. Ferguson, Dnipr.2.2 
 2. Tsikaliuk, Jelgava1.9 
 3. Pustovyi, Khimik1.6 
 4. Sandul, BC Kyiv1.5 
 5. Cherepovsky, Kaspi.1.2 
 6. Anikenko, Budiveln.1.1 
 7. Zagreba, Dnipro1.1 
 8. Konate, Fe.1.0 
 9. Minchenko, BC Od.1.0 
 10. Zaytsev, Khimik0.9 


Olimpi inks Denis Noskov, ex BC Odessa - by Eurobasket News

Olimpi Tbilisi (Superleague) agreed terms with 25-year old Ukrainian swingman Denis Noskov (202-90kg-90). He played recently at BC Odessa in Ukrainian Superleague, but left the team last month. In 16 games he had 12.8ppg, 5.7rpg, 2.1apg and 1.6spg this season. The last season Noskov played also at BC Odessa in Superleague. In 28 games he recorded 5.4ppg, 3.8rpg, 1.6apg and 1.0spg. He represented Ukraine at the European Championships U20 in Croatia five years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 10.5ppg, 4.2rpg, 2.2apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 46.4%, 3PT: 47.4%, FT: 55.6%.
Noskov has played also professionally for other Ukrainian teams like BC Kyiv and Azovmash.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Standings - BBL

BBL Standings
 1. Newcastle E. 20-2 
 2. Worcester W. 19-4 
 3. Leicester R. 16-4 
 4. Cheshire P. 15-6 
 5. London Lions 11-9 
 6. Sheffield S. 10-11 
 7. Glasgow Rocks 9-10 
 8. Manchester G. 8-14 
 9. Durham W. 8-14 
 10. Bristol AF 8-16 
 11. Plymouth R. 6-14 
 12. Leeds Force 6-18 
 13. Surrey United 4-18 

Regular Season: Round 20

Feb. 6: Worcester W. - Bristol AF 74-48
Feb. 6: London Lions - Leeds Force 64-69
Feb. 6: Newcastle E. - Leicester R. 104-81
Feb. 7: Plymouth R. - Durham W.
Feb. 7: Leicester R. - Sheffield S.
Feb. 7: Bristol AF - Manchester G.
Feb. 8: Glasgow Rocks - Surrey United
Feb. 8: Cheshire P. - Worcester W.
Feb. 8: Manchester G. - Leeds Force


BBL Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Taylor KING
  Cheshire P.
  (203-F-88)
  Avg: 21.7
 1. King, Cheshire P.21.7 
 2. Benson, Plymouth.19.9 
 3. Watt, Cheshire P.18.6 
 4. Thurman, Worceste.18.5 
 5. Holmes, Worceste.18.0 
 6. Smith, Newcastl.17.9 
 7. Hassan, Leiceste.17.4 
 8. DiNunno, Cheshire.17.3 
 9. Owumi, Worceste.17.2 
 10. Achara, Glasgow16.6 
Rebounds Per Game
 Kramer KNUTSON
  Surrey U.
  (205-F/C-89)
  Avg: 11.8
 1. Knutson, Surrey U.11.8 
 2. Watt, Cheshire P.11.7 
 3. Thurman, Worceste.10.7 
 4. Bucci, Durham W.9.8 
 5. Achara, Glasgow9.6 
 6. King, Cheshire P.9.4 
 7. Eaves, Manchest.8.8 
 8. Stibbins, London L.8.1 
 9. Bland, Bristol AF7.8 
 10. Hall, Leeds Force7.6 
Assists Per Game
 Neil WATSON
  Leiceste.
  (180-PG-91)
  Avg: 7.4
 1. Watson, Leiceste.7.4 
 2. Wilcher, Plymouth6.4 
 3. Fletcher, Newcastl.6.0 
 4. McCann, Leeds F.5.9 
 5. Holmes, Worceste.5.3 
 6. Jones, Durham W.5.3 
 7. DiNunno, Cheshire.4.9 
 8. Smith, Glasgow4.9 
 9. Taylor, London L.4.4 
 10. Jones, Manchest.4.4 
Steals Per Game
 Mike DINUNNO
  Cheshire.
  (180-PG-90)
  Avg: 2.3
 1. DiNunno, Cheshire.2.3 
 2. Holmes, Worceste.2.0 
 3. Taylor, London L.1.9 
 4. Bernardini, Leices.1.7 
 5. Smith, Newcastl.1.7 
 6. Watson, Leiceste.1.7 
 7. Lasker, Newcastl.1.6 
 8. Lewis, Sheffield S.1.6 
 9. Gill, Manchester G.1.5 
 10. Jones, Durham W.1.5 
Blocks Per Game
 Kramer KNUTSON
  Surrey U.
  (205-F/C-89)
  Avg: 2
 1. Knutson, Surrey U.2.0 
 2. Bland, Bristol AF1.8 
 3. Stibbins, London L.1.3 
 4. Thurman, Worceste.1.2 
 5. Watt, Cheshire P.1.2 
 6. Achara, Glasgow1.2 
 7. Bernard, Manchest.1.0 
 8. Sullivan, London L.0.9 
 9. Medlock, Plymouth.0.7 
 10. Tuck, Sheffield S.0.7 


BBL Round Up Fri 06 Feb - by Paul Nilsen

Newcastle Eagles underlined their BBL Championship title credentials once again with an imperious showing against Leicester Riders.

After an even opening period Fab Flournoy's men dominated to end their visitors' eight-game winning streak 104-81 in their first meeting of the season.

Darius Defoe scored 22 points and collected 11 rebounds, but Eagles were superior all over the floor with six players scoring in double figures.

Worcester Wolves remain just two points behind Eagles, however, after they cruised to a 74-48 success against Bristol Flyers.

The damage was done in a 13-0 first-quarter run as the hosts took control and never looked back, Alex Owumi (196-G-84, college: Alcorn St.) leading all scorers with 20 points from 5-of-9 shooting from long range.

Leeds Force were the other winners on Friday, coming back from 14 points down to win 69-64 at London Lions after overtime.

Vince Macaulay's men had been in complete control but allowed their visitors back into the game and were made to pay for it.

Sam Attah levelled things up with 20 seconds to play before strong defence from Matt Newby's men forced the added period.

James McCann and Branimir Mikulic came up with the key plays as Lions stuttered under the pressure, to claim what had earlier seemed an unlikely victory.


The Friday preview 06 Feb - by Paul Nilsen

It's a pivotal weekend in the British Basketball League with two more Trophy semi-finalists to be determined, along with important games in the Championship title race and some big clashes involving those teams chasing a playoff spot.

After the agony of two one-point defeats last weekend in the Championship, Surrey United turn their attention to their quarter-final tie at Plymouth University Raiders, with Elvisi Dusha (188-G-94) hopeful of a win.

'Saturday is a massive game for us; if we can walk away with a win in Plymouth then last weekend will be forgotten slightly,' said the Surrey guard.

'Nothing will be a given, we have to want it more.

'We have been to Plymouth twice already so hopefully this time round we pick up a win, and personally I believe we will!

'The addition of Dominique Coleman has only made us stronger.'

The other Trophy game this weekend sees Esh Group Eagles Newcastle travel to Glasgow Rocks on Sunday, but before the Eagles can think about that, they have a huge game this evening against Championship title rivals Leicester Riders.

'It's interesting at this point of the season that it will be the first time that we have played each other so I think there's an unknown there with both teams,' said Riders' coach Rob Paternostro.

'This season Newcastle has had a good start. They play really good basketball and it's always a great atmosphere up at Sport Central.

'It's always a game that people look forward to playing in.'

The Riders then head home to face Sheffield Sharks tomorrow evening and it's a big weekend for the Yorkshire side who if they can beat the Riders, have a chance to move up to fifth in the standings if they can also win at London Lions on Sunday afternoon.

But if the Lions win that one and their BBL TV clash against Leeds Force this evening, then Vince Macaulay's side will be able to close the gap on fourth-placed Cheshire Phoenix.

The Chester-based side have been short-handed in recent weeks and seen their long winning streak come to an end, but John Coffino's side will be hopeful of beating Worcester Wolves on Sunday.

Six defeats in the last seven games have seen Bristol Flyers drop out of the playoff spots, but Flyers' coach Andreas Kapoulas is still optimistic ahead of a weekend which sees his side head to Worcester tonight before hosting Manchester Giants tomorrow.

'Even though we did not win either of the two games last weekend, our team is taking steps forward,' said Kapoulas.

'We knew the month of January was going to be challenging as we faced teams that are sitting in the top six spots of the league table.'

He added, 'We are improving and that is evident to our staff and the players. It's all about being ready at the right time and I feel as we are entering February we are ready for the challenges ahead.'

The Manchester Giants have been in a slide recently, dropping five in a row and if they can't get a win at Bristol tomorrow, they will have another chance on Sunday when Leeds Force visit.

Giants' coach Jeff Jones is hoping that new signing Devin Grimes, an American forward, will help keep his side in the playoff spots.

'We are hoping that Devin will be an energy type guy for us and that he will be wanting to try and make his mark in quite a short space of time in the BBL,' said Jones.

'Hopefully he will give us that little bit of a lift and the guys around him will be lifted by that.'


Big game at Brompton - by Dave Ryan

It's third versus second at Brompton Academy on Saturday afternoon as Kent Crusaders host Derby Trailblazers in a key Division One game.
After a fortnight without a game, it's a big weekend for the Trailblazers as they also have a Sunday trip to Manchester Magic in the National Trophy semi-final.
Derby coach Matt Shaw is in no doubt over the importance the coming weekend holds, but the Trailblazers play-caller has injury concerns which could hamper his team's progress:
'This weekend will provide an incredibly tough test for our guys. Kent have had a great season so far and I know Lloyd [Gardner] has got them playing very well, so we're expecting a very difficult encounter. In many ways it about how we perform, but I do believe that if we play at our best, we are capable of beating anyone in this league.
'It's a little concerning for me that after a raft of double-headers earlier in the season, we're going into a really difficult weekend without having played a competitive game for three weeks, but that seems to be the nature of our schedule and of this league.
'We also have a number of injury concerns which I'd rather not elaborate upon, so we'll have to try to cope the best we can. As a result, we'll be asking some of our young academy guys to step up and show what they are capable of,' he said.
Relying on youth is of course no bad thing and is a policy which has brought great success to Kent so far this season. Having finished 11th in Division One last season, the Crusaders are now working in partnership with Barking Abbey Academy, with them majority of their team being made up of Academy students:
'Kent have a very young team and are actually the only side in the league with a younger average age than us. They play aggressive basketball and have some legitimate size in their line-up in Oisin Kerlin (6'0') and Nathan Smith (6'8').'


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  VENEZUELA  


Kim English (ex Cholet) signs at Guaros - by Eurobasket News

Guaros de Lara (LPB) landed 27-year old American swingman Kim English (200-91kg-88, college: Missouri). He played recently at Cholet Basket in French ProA. In 5 games he averaged 9.4ppg, 2.8rpg and 3.6apg this season. English also played at Sluc Nancy (ProA) in France that season. In four games he had 9.3ppg, 1.8rpg and 1.3apg. He also played 5 games in Eurocup where he had 5.0ppg and 1.4rpg. English also spent pre-season at the Bulls in NBA that year. The most of last season he spent at Chorale de Roanne (ProA) in French league. In 22 games he had 11.2ppg, 2.4rpg and 1.9apg. The other team English played shortly was Mens Sana 1871 Siena (A2 Silver) in Italian league. In 5 games he had 8.6ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.4apg. He also played 4 games in Euroleague where he had 7.5ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.0apg.
The previous (12-13) season English played at the Pistons in NBA. In 41 games he had just 2.9ppg in 2012-13 season.
Three years ago he was drafted by Drafted by? Detroit Pistons (NBA) in second round (44th overall). English attended University of Missouri and it will be his third season in pro basketball.
Among other achievements his team won Italian Supercup in 2014. English received also NABC Division I All-District 8 2nd Team award back in 2012 at his college time.
English has played previously professionally in Italy (Montepaschi Siena) and D-League (Fort Wayne Mad Ants).
His game is described as: (by Jonathan Wasserman for NBADraft.net in 2012)
English is an intelligent, 6'5 off-guard who has dramatically improved upon his core strengths as a senior ... One of Kim's most under-valued strengths is his recognition of open space ... His awareness off the ball allows him to occupy the spot on the perimeter that provides him with maximum room and minimal contest in catch and release situations. Physically, English has a skinny frame and underwhelming strength/explosiveness for a shooting guard ... Lacks the length that helps shooting 2s get cleans looks while being defended.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Liga Americas: Trotamundos prevail against Patriotas - by Eurobasket News

Patriotas - Trotamundos 88:98

Trotamundos registered the first victory in Liga Americas Group D. They overcame Patriotas de Boyarca in the opener. Robert Glenn (201-PF-89, agency: Duran International, college: IUPUI) was responsible for 30 points and 10 rebounds to pace the Venezuelan team.
Trotamundos dropped 28 points in the first period to gain a 7-point lead. Patriotas unleashed 29 points in the second term to pull within a single point at halftime. But the visitors stayed aggressive offensively in the third frame. Trotamundos dropped 27 points to ensure a 6-point lead heading into the fourth quarter 78:72. The Venezuelan side accounted for 20 points in the final stanza and celebrated victory. David Cubillan (181-PG-87, college: Marquette) had 13 points, while Dwight Lewis (197-SG-87, college: USC) added 16 points and 7 boards in the win. Horace Wormely (168-G-84, college: Vanguard) responded with 28 points and 8 assists for Patriotas. Prince Obasi (193-G-91, agency: Elite Talent Exchange, college: Seattle) had 21 points in the loss.

Patriotas: Horace Wormely 28, Prince Obasi 21
Trotamundos: Robert Glenn 30+10 boards, Dwight Lewis 16, David Cubillan 13


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  VTB UNITED LEAGUE  

Standings

VTB United League Standings
 1 CSKA 16-2 
 2 Khimky 14-2 
 3 N.Novgorod 14-3 
 4 Lokomotiv 12-5 
 5 Zenit 10-5 
 6 Unics 10-6 
 7 Avtodor 9-9 
 8 VEF Riga 7-10 
 9 Krasnie Krilya 6-9 
 10 Astana 6-10 
 11 Krasny Oktyabr 6-10 
 12 Kalev/Cramo 6-11 
 13 CEZ Nymburk 5-12 
 14 Enisey 5-13 
 15 Nilan Bisons 5-14 
 16 Tsmoki-Minsk 3-13 

Regular Season: Round 18

Feb. 6: Nilan Bisons - Enisey 108-71
Feb. 7: VEF Riga - Tsmoki-Minsk
Feb. 7: Lokomotiv - Unics
Feb. 8: CEZ Nymburk - Zenit
Feb. 8: Avtodor - N.Novgorod
Feb. 8: Khimky - CSKA
Feb. 8: Krasny Oktyabr - Astana


Anton Ponkrashov done for season - by Eurobasket News

Unics lost Anton Ponkrashov (200-SG-86, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) for the reminder of the season. The Russian international suffered a knee cruciate ligament rupture. He suffered the injury during the EuroCup game versus Strasbourg. Anton Ponkrashov started the season with Krasny Oktyabr. He tallied 8.9 points, 4.8 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game in EuroCup. In VTB League his stats read 7.8 points, 4.5 assists and 1.7 rebounds per appearance. In December Anton Ponkrashov moved to Unics. He averaged 4.0 points per game in VTB League and 2.6 points per game in EuroCup for the Kazan outfit.



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Women News

Standings - WNBL

WNBL Standings
 1. Townsville F. 16-4 
 2. Bendigo S. 14-6 
 3. Dandenong R. 12-7 
 4. Canberra C. 10-11 
 5. Bulleen B. 9-10 
 6. Sydney UF 9-11 
 7. Adelaide 6-15 
 8. West Coast 4-16 

Regular Season: Round 16

Feb. 6: Townsville F. - Canberra C. 94-67
Feb. 6: Adelaide - Sydney UF 72-60
Feb. 7: Bulleen B. - Dandenong R.
Feb. 7: West Coast - Sydney UF
Feb. 8: Bendigo S. - Bulleen B.


Lady Hawks sign import Kassi Conditt - by Hugh McAuliffe

The Perry Lakes Hawks announced today the signing of the Lady Hawks' import for the 2015 SBL season - Kassi Conditt.

Conditt, a 6'2" forward from La Pine, Oregon, attended the Oregon Institute of Technology from 2010 to 2014 where she graduated with a communications major. She also played for the women's basketball team and participated in Track & Field.

Playing basketball as a senior for the Owls in 2013-14, Conditt earned CCC Red-Lion All-Conference Team honours after averaging 12.8 points and 9.1 rebounds per game on the season. She finished her time at Oregon Tech having amassed 1,305 career points (third all-time) and 982 career rebounds (second all-time).

Conditt will be just the second import in Lady Hawks history and there is a buzz in the air for her arrival.

Upon her signing, Lady Hawks coach C.J. Jackson said, "We look forward to her size and skill set to help guide our team back into playoff contention. She is a multi-talented athlete who can also play volleyball and throw both the shot-put and discus."

Conditt is due to arrive in Perth in mid-February with the 2015 season set to get underway on March 13 against the East Perth Eagles at the WA Basketball Centre.


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  BELARUS  

Standings - Women

Premier Standings
Places 1-4
 1. Tsmoki-Minsk 17-1 
 2. Gorizont 15-3 
 3. Olimpia 11-7 
 4. BrGU 9-9 
Places 5-8
 1. RGUOR 8-10 
 2. Gorizont II 5-13 
 3. Victoria 4-14 
 4. Sozh-GGU 3-15 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 4

Places 1-4

Feb. 6: Olimpia - Gorizont 75-73
Feb. 6: BrGU - Tsmoki-Minsk 44-95

Places 5-8

Feb. 6: Victoria - Gorizont II 83-77
Feb. 6: Sozh-GGU - RGUOR 60-67

Second Stage: Round 5

Places 1-4

Feb. 7: Gorizont - BrGU
Feb. 7: Tsmoki-Minsk - Olimpia

Places 5-8

Feb. 7: Gorizont II - Sozh-GGU
Feb. 7: RGUOR - Victoria


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Galina SHYLOVICH
  Gorizont.
  (182-F-91)
  Avg: 14.3
 1. Shylovich, Gorizon.14.3 
 2. Charikova, Sozh-G.14.2 
 3. Lalovich, BrGU13.4 
 4. Yakovits, BrGU12.8 
 5. Gorelikova, Sozh-.12.7 
 6. Nadzezhka, Gorizo.12.6 
 7. Rusak, BrGU12.3 
 8. Papova, Tsmoki-M.12.0 
 9. Masko, Victoria11.8 
 10. Dureika, Gorizont11.5 
Rebounds Per Game
 Tetyana ANTONIUK
  Gorizont
  (187-F/C-95)
  Avg: 10.1
 1. Antoniuk, Gorizont10.1 
 2. Nialepka, Sozh-GGU8.7 
 3. Sovtsa, Sozh-GGU8.6 
 4. Shylovich, Gorizon.8.0 
 5. Rebianchuk, BrGU7.3 
 6. Filonchyk, Olimpia6.9 
 7. Haryna, Victoria6.8 
 8. Lalovich, BrGU6.8 
 9. Charikova, Sozh-G.6.8 
 10. Brych, RG.6.6 
Assists Per Game
 Natalia RUSAK
  BrGU
  (180-F-84)
  Avg: 3.9
 1. Rusak, BrGU3.9 
 2. Kashlei, Olimpia3.8 
 3. Yakovits, BrGU3.7 
 4. Baklaha, Gorizont.3.6 
 5. Dortch, Tsmoki-M.3.5 
 6. Troina, Gorizont3.4 
 7. Charikova, Sozh-G.3.4 
 8. Drozd, Olimpia3.1 
 9. Sushchyk, RG.3.0 
 10. Tsiruleva, Gorizo.2.9 
Steals Per Game
 Ekaterina CHARIKOVA
  Sozh-GGU
  (174-G-82)
  Avg: 4.1
 1. Charikova, Sozh-G.4.1 
 2. Ruksha, Victoria3.4 
 3. Dortch, Tsmoki-M.2.7 
 4. Gorelikova, Sozh-.2.6 
 5. Sushchyk, RG.2.6 
 6. Rusak, BrGU2.5 
 7. Nadzezhka, Gorizo.2.3 
 8. Baklaha, Gorizont.2.1 
 9. Rakovskaia, Sozh-.2.1 
 10. Mikhnevich, Victo.1.9 
Blocks Per Game
 Maryia RASHCHENIA
  Olimpia
  (185-PF-92)
  Avg: 1.5
 1. Rashchenia, Olimpia1.5 
 2. Paugaite, Tsmoki-M.1.3 
 3. Brych, RG.1.0 
 4. Haryna, Victoria0.8 
 5. Hasper, Tsmoki-M.0.8 
 6. Rybalko, RG.0.8 
 7. Masko, Victoria0.8 
 8. Lalovich, BrGU0.8 
 9. Kiuliak, Olimpia0.8 
 10. Rebianchuk, BrGU0.7 



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  BRAZIL  

Standings - CNBF

LBF Standings
 1. UNINASSAU/America 11-0 
 2. Americana 9-1 
 3. Sao Jose 9-3 
 4. Maranhao 7-4 
 5. Recife 5-7 
 6. APAB/Barretos 4-6 
 7. Santo Andre 4-6 
 8. Pres.Valceslau 4-6 
 9. Brasilia 1-10 
 10. Jaragua 0-11 

Regular Season: Round 18

Feb. 5: Recife - Sao Jose 57-66
Feb. 6: Maranhao - Brasilia
Feb. 7: Americana - Santo Andre
Feb. 7: Jaragua - APAB/Barretos
Feb. 7: Sao Jose - UNINASSAU/America


Stats Leaders - Women

Points Per Game
 Tiffany HAYES
  UNINA.
  (177-G-89)
  Avg: 19.5
 1. Hayes, UNINA.19.5 
 2. Wells, AP.19.0 
 3. Castro Marqu., Mar.19.0 
 4. Do Amaral, Ameri.17.2 
 5. Wheeler, Recife17.1 
 6. Dos Santos, Ameri.15.7 
 7. Thomas, Jaragua15.5 
 8. Young, UNINA.15.3 
 9. Plutin, Sao Jose15.3 
 10. Baker, Recife15.2 
Rebounds Per Game
 Clarissa DOS SANTOS
  Ameri.
  (184-C-88)
  Avg: 11.3
 1. Dos Santos, Ameri.11.3 
 2. Plutin, Sao Jose9.2 
 3. Rodriguez, Jaragua8.5 
 4. Jacob, Sao Jose8.3 
 5. Nascimento, Brasil.8.3 
 6. Irvin, UNINA.8.2 
 7. Do Amaral, Ameri.8.1 
 8. De Souza, UNINA.7.8 
 9. Baker, Recife7.7 
 10. Omotola, Recife7.6 
Assists Per Game
 Natalia MARES BURIAN
  Pres.V.
  (165-G-84)
  Avg: 5.6
 1. Mares Burian, Pres.5.6 
 2. Pinto, UNINA.5.0 
 3. Wheeler, Recife4.3 
 4. Generoso, Ameri.3.9 
 5. Carcavalli, Santo3.0 
 6. Coelho, Americana2.9 
 7. Dantas, Maranhao2.9 
 8. Brandao, Santo A.2.8 
 9. Valente, Pres.Val.2.8 
 10. Goncalves, Santo2.7 
Steals Per Game
 Chloe WELLS
  AP.
  (173-G-92)
  Avg: 3.3
 1. Wells, AP.3.3 
 2. Fogaca, Maranhao2.9 
 3. Young, UNINA.2.8 
 4. Dos Santos, Ameri.2.5 
 5. Thomas, Jaragua2.5 
 6. Da Costa, Sao Jose2.5 
 7. Oliveira, Santo An.2.3 
 8. Irvin, UNINA.2.3 
 9. Hayes, UNINA.2.2 
 10. Camargo, Pres.Val.2.1 
Blocks Per Game
 Nadia GOMES CALHADO
  UNINA.
  (193-C-89)
  Avg: 1.3
 1. Gomes Calhad., UNI.1.3 
 2. Garvao, Maranhao1.3 
 3. Irvin, UNINA.1.2 
 4. Do Amaral, Ameri.1.1 
 5. De Souza, UNINA.1.0 
 6. De Andrade, UNINA.0.9 
 7. Da Silva, Jaragua0.8 
 8. Da Silva, Maranhao0.7 
 9. Nascimento, Brasil.0.7 
 10. Dowe, Pres.Val.0.7 


Alex Montgomery (ex Sao Jose) agreed terms with Elitzur Ramla - by Eurobasket News

Elitzur Ramla (D1) inked 27-year old American swingman Alex Montgomery (185-88, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Josep and Nicolas). Montgomery managed to play in four leagues in two countries last year (!!!). She played in the summer at Sao Jose/Colinas Shopping in Brazilian LBF league. She also played at New York in WNBA that season. In 34 games she recorded 5.3ppg, 3.9rpg and 1.0apg. The last season Montgomery played at Tarbes Gespe Bigorre (LFB) in French league. In 12 games she averaged 12.7ppg and 7.2rpg. She also played 6 games in Eurocup where she averaged 11.7ppg, 7.8rpg, 1.2apg and 2.0spg.
In 2011 Montgomery was drafted by New York Liberty (WNBA) in first round (10th overall).
The former Georgia Tech star is in her fourth season in pro basketball.
Among other achievements Montgomery won Brazilian LBF championship title in 2013. She received also Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LBF Forward of the Year award in 2013.
Montgomery has played previously professionally in Italy (CA Romagna).

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  CANADA  

CIS Standings

CIS Standings
Atlantic
 1. St.Mary's 12-2 
 2. UPEI 12-4 
 3. Dalhousie 9-5 
 4. UNB 7-8 
 5. Cape Breton 7-8 
 6. Memorial 6-7 
 7. St.Francis X. 4-12 
 8. Acadia 2-13 
CanWest Explorers Division
 1. TRU 17-0 
 2. MacEwan 13-4 
 3. UFV 11-6 
 4. Mount Royal 6-11 
 5. UBC Okanagan 2-15 
 6. UNBC 2-15 
CanWest Pioneers Division
 1. Saskatchewan 14-3 
 2. UBC 14-3 
 3. Alberta 14-4 
 4. Regina 11-6 
 5. Winnipeg 11-6 
 6. Victoria 10-7 
 7. Calgary 9-9 
 8. TWU 5-12 
 9. Lethbridge 4-13 
 10. Brandon 3-16 
 11. Manitoba 1-17 
OUA Central
 1. Lakehead 12-3 
 2. McMaster 11-4 
 3. Guelph 7-7 
 4. Brock 6-9 
OUA East
 1. Ryerson 13-3 
 2. Queen's 8-5 
 3. Toronto Univ. 7-6 
 4. York 2-13 
OUA North
 1. Ottawa 10-5 
 2. Carleton 7-8 
 3. Laurentian 6-8 
 4. Nipissing 0-13 
OUA West
 1. Windsor 14-1 
 2. Laurier 13-2 
 3. Western 6-10 
 4. Waterloo 3-13 
 5. Algoma 0-15 
Quebec League
 1. McGill 9-1 
 2. UQAM 8-3 
 3. Laval 6-6 
 4. Concordia 4-6 
 5. Bishop's 0-11 

Regular Season: Round 36

Atlantic

Feb. 6: Dalhousie - Cape Breton 72-52
Feb. 6: Acadia - UPEI 66-70

CanWest Explorer

Feb. 6: UFV - UNBC 88-75
Feb. 6: UBC Okanagan - MacEwan 67-69
Feb. 6: Mount Royal - TRU 56-84

CanWest Pioneer

Feb. 6: Winnipeg - TWU 90-80
Feb. 6: Saskatchewan - Lethbridge 83-53
Feb. 6: UBC - Regina 77-48
Feb. 6: Victoria - Brandon 70-56

OUA

Feb. 6: Western - Nipissing 96-38
Feb. 6: Windsor - Laurentian 90-54
Feb. 6: Lakehead - Toronto Univ. 86-69
Feb. 6: Ottawa - Carleton 46-40
Feb. 6: Algoma - Laurier 32-69

Quebec League

Feb. 6: UQAM - Bishop's 68-52

Regular Season: Round 37

Atlantic

Feb. 7: Dalhousie - Cape Breton
Feb. 7: Memorial - St.Mary's
Feb. 7: UPEI - UNB

CanWest Explorer

Feb. 7: UBC Okanagan - MacEwan
Feb. 7: Mount Royal - TRU
Feb. 7: UFV - UNBC

CanWest Pioneer

Feb. 7: Victoria - Brandon
Feb. 7: UBC - Regina
Feb. 7: Saskatchewan - Lethbridge
Feb. 7: Winnipeg - TWU

OUA

Feb. 7: Queen's - McMaster
Feb. 7: York - Brock
Feb. 7: Algoma - Laurier
Feb. 7: Lakehead - Ryerson
Feb. 7: Western - Laurentian
Feb. 7: Windsor - Nipissing
Feb. 7: Guelph - Toronto Univ.

Quebec League

Feb. 7: McGill - Concordia
Feb. 7: Bishop's - UQAM


CIS Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Jylisa WILLIAMS
  Lakehead
  (173-G-89)
  Avg: 29.5
 1. Williams, Lakehead29.5 
 2. Thompson, Dalho.22.7 
 3. Veldman, Lethb.20.0 
 4. Wierks, UFV19.6 
 5. Williams, Windsor18.5 
 6. Wood, MacEwan17.8 
 7. Boiago, McMaster17.8 
 8. Young, UBC17.5 
 9. Noonan, Winnipeg16.9 
 10. Pingue-Giles, Rye.16.9 
Rebounds Per Game
 Sarah WIERKS
  UFV
  (188-F-)
  Avg: 16.2
 1. Wierks, UFV16.2 
 2. Bos, TRU11.7 
 3. Fagan, MacEwan11.1 
 4. Mactavish, Guelph9.9 
 5. Berry, Acadia9.7 
 6. Williams, Lakehead9.6 
 7. Emmerson, Saskatc.9.5 
 8. Shotbolt, Carleton9.0 
 9. Brown, Memorial8.9 
 10. Louka, UNBC8.5 
Assists Per Game
 Cassandra GOODIS
  Victoria
  (170-G-)
  Avg: 6.4
 1. Goodis, Victoria6.4 
 2. Bruni, Lakehead6.1 
 3. Lydon, MacEwan5.4 
 4. Williams, Windsor5.0 
 5. Crone, Regina4.9 
 6. Howard, Saskatch.4.5 
 7. Lee, UBC4.3 
 8. Dyck, UFV4.2 
 9. Atkinson, Guelph4.1 
 10. Donald, Winnipeg3.9 
Steals Per Game
 Jylisa WILLIAMS
  Lakehead
  (173-G-89)
  Avg: 3.6
 1. Williams, Lakehead3.6 
 2. Williams, Windsor3.6 
 3. Celestin, UQAM3.3 
 4. Boiago, McMaster3.3 
 5. Kleysen, Winnipeg3.1 
 6. Pingue-Giles, Ryer.3.0 
 7. Bruni, Lakehead2.9 
 8. Driscoll, Mount Ro.2.9 
 9. Duxbury, TRU2.9 
 10. O'Hallahan, MacEw.2.8 
Blocks Per Game
 Kelly FAGAN
  MacEwan
  (183-F/C-)
  Avg: 3.1
 1. Fagan, MacEwan3.1 
 2. Mangold, UNB2.6 
 3. Wierks, UFV2.4 
 4. Louka, UNBC2.0 
 5. Ellenor, Laurier1.9 
 6. Coppola, Regina1.9 
 7. Boulanger, Winnipeg1.5 
 8. Roger, Windsor1.4 
 9. Lindsay, Carleton1.4 
 10. Lubin, UQAM1.3 



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  CUBA  


Atis' double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

34-year old center Zuleira Atis (190-C-80) had a great game in the last round for second-ranked Capitalinas and receives a Latinbasket.com Player of the Week award for round 14.
She had a double-double of 27 points and 14 rebounds, while her team beat Guantanamo (#3, 9-3) 83-69. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Capitalinas is placed at 2nd position in Cuban Liga Superior. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Capitalinas will need more victories to improve their 10-4 record. In the team's last game Atis had a remarkable 52.9% from 2-point range. She just recently signed at Capitalinas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Atis has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (3rd best: 22.4ppg) and averages solid 1.4bpg,2.7spg and 58.7% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Arlenis Romero (176-PG-84) of top-ranked Pinar del Rio. She is former international guard in her 8th season at Pinar del Rio. In the last game Romero recorded impressive 27 points and 5 assists. It was enough for Pinar del Rio to edge the lower-ranked Camaguey (#6, 4-10) by 4 points 81-77. Of course Pinar del Rio still keep the league's top spot. She plays for the best team in the league and Pinar del Rio managed to win all 14 games keeping perfect record. Romero is one of the most experienced players at Pinar del Rio and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.1ppg (#4). She also recorded 5.5 assists per game.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Yuliannes Leyva (185-F/C-95) of Santiago (#5). Leyva scored 14 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Santiago, leading her team to a 86-54 easy win against Artemisa (#8, 0-13). The chances of Santiago ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 8 games, recording just six victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Leyva could help Santiago to bring them higher in the standings. Leyva has a great season in Cuba. After 14 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.4rpg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Leidis Oquendo (180-F-82) of Camaguey - 28 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists
5. Yamara Amargo (179-PF-85) of Sancti Spiritus - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Francy Ochoa (185-F-90) of Villa Clara - 18 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Sandra Enamorado (174-F-84) of Guantanamo - 8 points and 12 rebounds
8. Clenia Noblet (190-C-87) of Guantanamo - 24 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists
9. Suanly Tanis (178-F-94) of Santiago - 19 points and 3 rebounds
10. Dairis Tornell (176-PG-92) of Capitalinas - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  DENMARK  


Jensen's double-double lands her (Second Stage) Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

25-year old swingman Catharina Jensen (183-G/F-89) had an amazing evening in the last round for league's best team Amager and receives a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 1 (Second Stage).
She had a double-double of 27 points and 11 rebounds, while her team crushed, Second Stage bottom-ranked team Lemvig (0-1) with 24-point margin 89-65. It allowed Amager to take over top position in the Danish Dameligaen. But it's just the very beginning of the Second Stage and Amager won just one (their first) game. It's too early to say anything as the standings can be changed completely after next round. Jensen has many years of experience at Amager, through which she has constantly improved. Jensen has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (6th best: 18.7ppg), rebounds (6th best: 7.8rpg), assists (6th best: 3.1apg) and averages solid 58.3% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Cecilie Homann (185-F-89) of Stevnsgade. She is a forward in her first season at Stevnsgade. In the last game Homann recorded impressive double-double of 14 points and 14 rebounds. Bad luck as Stevnsgade lost that game 50-76 to Horsholm (1-0). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Homann is a newcomer at Stevnsgade and despite she is not a team leader yet, every game she becomes more reliable player. Hopefully performances like the last one will happen more often.

Third place about best performers goes to forward Emily White (186-F-92) of Lemvig. White scored 17 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). Despite White's great performance Lemvig lost 65-89 to #1 ranked Amager. But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Lemvig can only dream about fighting for top spots in Places 1-4. They have awful Second Stage losing so far all 1 games. Too bad for White she does not play for a better team. But maybe if she did, her season stats would not be that high. White has individually a great season in Denmark. After 12 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 7.6rpg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Nicole Ballestero (173-PG-92) of Aabyhoj - 26 points and 10 rebounds
5. Joy Burke (196-C-90) of Horsholm - 16 points and 13 rebounds
6. Emilie Fogelstrom (166-PG-92) of Amager - 20 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Julie Hoier (185-F/G-95) of Aabyhoj - 12 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
8. Lauren Gregory (185-F-87) of Amager - 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists
9. Kia Fisker (185-F-95) of Aabyhoj - 6 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Amalie Bonde (167-PG-89) of Horsholm - 14 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  EUROCUP  


EuroCup: Maccabi Ashdod nip UNIQA Euroleasing - by Eurobasket News

Maccabi Ashdod - UNIQA Euroleasing 78:77

Maccabi Ashdod gained the first victory in the quarterfinal series versus UNIQA Euroleasing. Shay Doron sank two late free throws to ice the win for Maccabi. Tiffany Jackson (191-C-85, college: Texas) exploded with 29 points and 20 rebounds for the Israeli team.
Maccabi eked out a 17:14 lead after the opening quarter. UNIQA Euroleasing erased the deficit in the second term. The Hungarian team tied things up at 34 at the interval. The visitors shifted the gear in the third term. They sank 25 points to take a 4-point lead at the final intermission. But Maccabi Ashdod pulled closer in the fourth frame and then Shay Doron sealed the win for the hosts. Allison Hightower (178-G-88, agency: Josep and Nicolas, college: LSU) delivered 16 points, while Alysha Clark (178-F-87, college: Middle Tenn.St.) added 10 points for Maccabi. Iva Ciglar (167-PG-85, agency: Josep and Nicolas) responded with 19 points and 12 assists for UNIQA Euroleasing. Bria Hartley (173-G-92, college: Connecticut) tossed in 16 points in the loss.

Maccabi Ashdod: Tiffany Jackson 29+20 boards, Allison Hightower 16, Alysha Clark 10
UNIQA Euroleasing: Iva Ciglar 19+12 assists, Bria Hartley 16


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Euroleague round 12 best performance: Nnemkadi Ogwumike - by Eurobasket News

Nigerian-American Power forward Nnemkadi Ogwumike (189-F/C-90) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked Dynamo K., receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 12.
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 20 points and 10 rebounds, while her team beat Lattes Montp. (#4, 4-6) 69-61. Dynamo K. maintains the 2nd position in their group in Euroleague group A. They are still close to the very top. Dynamo K. would have been even better if they kept winning the games like in the last round. They have a solid 8-2 record. In the team's last game Ogwumike had a remarkable 66.7% from 2-point range. She turned to be Dynamo K.'s top player in her first season with the team. Former Stanford University star has very solid stats this year. Ogwumike is league's best scorer averaging so far 20.6ppg and leads league in rebounds with 11.9rpg. Ogwumike is in league's top in and averages impressive 2.4spg and 60.0% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was 25-year old Serbian Sonja Petrovic (189-F-89, agency: Josep and Nicolas) of USK Praha. Petrovic had a very good evening with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists. It was enough for USK Praha to edge the lower-ranked Good Angels (#7, 2-9) 74-70. USK Praha's 3rd position in group A has not changed. Her team's 5-5 record is not bad at all. Petrovic is a newcomer at USK Praha, but is already one of team's top players.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Crystal Langhorne (188-F/C-86) of Good Angels (#7). Langhorne scored 20 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Langhorne's great performance Good Angels lost 70-74 to the higher-ranked USK Praha (#3, 5-5). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. Good Angels can only dream about fighting for top spots in group A. They have rather bad season and 2-9 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Too bad for Langhorne she does not play for a better team. But maybe if she did, her season stats would not be that high. Langhorne has a very solid season. In 5 games in Euroleague she scored 14.6ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Sancho Lyttle (193-C-83) of Galatasaray - 18 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
5. LaToya Sanders (191-PF-86) of Abdullah Gul - 18 points and 11 rebounds
6. Naomi Halman (191-F/C-86) of Lattes Montp. - 22 points and 6 rebounds
7. Diana Taurasi (182-SG-82) of UMMC - 23 points and 6 assists
8. Nwal-Endene Miyem (188-PF-88) of Bourges - 17 points and 9 rebounds
9. Lindsay Whalen (175-PG-82) of Abdullah Gul - 14 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists
10. Tina Charles (193-C-88) of Fenerbahce - 15 points and 11 rebounds

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


Fenerbahce signs Shavonte Zellous - by Eurobasket News

Fenerbahce Spor Kulubu (TKBL) signed 29-year old American guard Shavonte Zellous (178-70kg-86, college: Pittsburgh). Zellous managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. She played last summer at Indiana Fever (WNBA). In 39 games she had 11.4ppg, 2.8rpg and 1.9apg. She helped them to make it to the conference final after they ended regular season as second best team. The last season Zellous played at Galatasaray. In 35 games she recorded 13.3ppg, 3.3rpg and 2.5apg. She contributed to her team winning the league title (in both Turkish TKBL and Euroleague !!!) and the cup. A very impressive season as she was voted Eurobasket.com All-Turkish TKBL Guard of the Year, named to 1st Team and named to All-Imports Team. Zellous also played 19 games in Euroleague where she was fifth best scorer with remarkable 16.3ppg and averaged 4.3rpg, 2.1apg and 1.2spg. She contributed to her team winning the Euroleague championship.
The previous (12-13) season Zellous played at Mersin BSH Bld. In 26 games she recorded high stats: 22.4ppg, 5.6rpg and 3.0apg in 2012-13 season. She contributed to her team making it to the Turkish Cup Semifinals. Zellous also played 7 games in Eurocup where she was the best scorer with high stats: 20.0ppg and had 5.9rpg, 2.4apg and 1.9spg in 2012-13 season.
In 2009 she was drafted by Detroit Shock (WNBA) in first round (11th overall).
The former University of Pittsburgh staris in her sixth season in pro basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted All-Big East Conf. Most Improved Player of the Year back in 2007 at her college time.
Zellous is quite experienced player. She has played also professionally in Israel (Ramat Hasharon), Latvia (TTT Riga), WNBA (Tulsa Shock) and Turkey (Besiktas).

By Eurobasket Data Center

Check also Complete Transfers List in Turkey


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Standings - LFB

LFB Standings
 1. Bourges 16-1 
 2. Lattes Montp. 14-3 
 3. Villeneuve 13-4 
 4. Arras 12-5 
 5. Landes 11-6 
 6. Angers 10-7 
 7. Tarbes 9-8 
 8. Flammes Carolo 8-9 
 9. Toulouse 7-10 
 10. Mondeville 7-11 
 11. Nantes 6-11 
 12. Lyon 4-13 
 13. Union Hainaut 2-16 
 14. COB Calais 1-16 

Regular Season: Round 18

Feb. 6: Mondeville - Union Hainaut 74-65
Feb. 7: Lyon - Angers
Feb. 7: Toulouse - Bourges
Feb. 7: Tarbes - Arras
Feb. 8: Landes - COB Calais
Feb. 7: Flammes Carolo - Nantes
Feb. 7: Villeneuve - Lattes Montp.


LFB Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Courtney HURT
  Mondeville
  (185-F-90)
  Avg: 20.6
 1. Hurt, Mondeville20.6 
 2. Lucas, Arras18.9 
 3. Murphy, Angers17.2 
 4. Tobin, Angers16.9 
 5. Traore, Union H.16.7 
 6. Bentley, Tarbes15.8 
 7. Diawara, Arras15.5 
 8. Michel, Nantes15.1 
 9. Bass, Lattes M.14.8 
 10. Akonga Nsimb., Un.14.7 
Rebounds Per Game
 Djene DIAWARA
  Arras
  (192-C-85)
  Avg: 10.2
 1. Diawara, Arras10.2 
 2. Bonnan, Nantes10.1 
 3. Hurt, Mondeville9.4 
 4. Page, Landes9.3 
 5. Tobin, Angers8.6 
 6. Ciak, Bourges8.5 
 7. Epoupa, Toulouse8.4 
 8. Godin, Lattes M.8.0 
 9. Plouffe, Arras7.9 
 10. DeVaughn, Tarbes7.8 
Assists Per Game
 Shona THORBURN
  Union H.
  (178-G-82)
  Avg: 6.8
 1. Thorburn, Union H.6.8 
 2. Epoupa, Toulouse6.2 
 3. Bouderra, Flamme.4.9 
 4. Dumerc, Bourges4.9 
 5. Bonnan, Nantes4.8 
 6. Bremont, Villeneuve4.7 
 7. Aubert, Angers4.0 
 8. Dieme, Lyon3.9 
 9. Skrela, Lattes M.3.8 
 10. Rooney, Arras3.7 
Steals Per Game
 Olivia EPOUPA
  Toulouse
  (165-PG-94)
  Avg: 2.9
 1. Epoupa, Toulouse2.9 
 2. Michel, Nantes2.8 
 3. Dabovic, Lyon2.7 
 4. Gomis-H., Villeneu.2.4 
 5. Loyd, Tarbes2.4 
 6. Bremont, Villeneuve2.3 
 7. Thorburn, Union H.2.1 
 8. Dumerc, Bourges2.0 
 9. Leedham, Bourges1.9 
 10. Anderson, Flamme.1.9 
Blocks Per Game
 Helena CIAK
  Bourges
  (197-C-89)
  Avg: 1.9
 1. Ciak, Bourges1.9 
 2. Page, Landes1.5 
 3. Tobin, Angers1.4 
 4. Tolo, Bourges1.1 
 5. Diawara, Arras1.1 
 6. Ayim, Toulouse0.9 
 7. Godin, Lattes M.0.8 
 8. Djaldi-Tabdi, Arras0.7 
 9. Reghaissia, Tarbes0.7 
 10. Tchatchouang, Bo.0.7 



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  FYR MACEDONIA  


Chrissy Givens selected the top FYR Macedonian playing abroad in last week's games - by Eurobasket Center

We bring you last week's top performances from FYR Macedonians who are playing abroad and who all have had prior experience of national team duties at youth or senior level.

Chrissy Givens
Chrissy Givens
   #1. This week's number one is an international small forward Chrissy Givens (180-85, college: Middle Tenn.St., currently plays in Romania). She led CSM Targoviste to a victory over the seventh-ranked Galati (13-9) crushing them 89-58 in the Romanian Liga Nationala in Wednesday night's game. Givens was MVP of the game. She recorded 22 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals in 30 minutes on the court. CS Municipal Targoviste (20-3) is placed second in the Liga Nationala. It was her team's seventh consecutive victory in a row. There are only three games left until the end of the Regular Season. So now every game will be critical. Givens belongs to league's top scorers (ranked #2) and also on the list of most steals (first place). She has individually a very good year with high stats. Givens averages: 19.8ppg, 7.2rpg, 3.5apg, 3.0spg, 2FGP: 70.6%(178-252), 3FGP: 43.8% and FT: 73.4% in 22 games she played so far. She is a naturalized American. Givens is currently a member of the FYR Macedonian senior national team. Strangely she has never played in FYR Macedonia.

Jelena Antic
Jelena Antic
   #2. Second place goes to an international small forward Jelena Antic (187-91, college: Liberty, currently plays in Spain). Antic managed to help Mann Filter Zaragoza to win against the fourth-ranked Cadi La Seu (11-6) 65-46 in the Spanish LFB last Sunday. She scored 5 points and grabbed 5 rebounds. Mann Filter Zaragoza (5-12) is placed 12th in the LFB. Antic's overall stats this season are: 8.0ppg, 4.7rpg, 3FGP: 33.3%. She is in the roster of the FYR Macedonian senior national team.

Ana Tanturovska
Ana Tanturovska
   #3. The FYR Macedonian player who performed third best last week abroad was an international guard Ana Tanturovska (174-90, currently plays in Greece). Tanturovska could not help Olympiakos (3-13) to beat Terpsithea (7-9). She scored 8 points, had 4 boards, passed 3 assists and added 4 steals in 34 minutes. Olympiakos was crushed 80-58 on the road by the higher-ranked (#6) Terpsithea. There are only three games left until the end of the Regular Season. So now every game is very crucial. Tanturovska has relatively good stats this year: 12.2ppg, 4.1rpg, 1.8apg, 2.1spg, 2FGP: 65.5%(38-58), 3FGP: 32.1% and FT: 66.7% in 14 games. She is also a member of the FYR Macedonian senior national team.

Ivana Udovalieva
Ivana Udovalieva
   #4. Point guard Ivana Udovalieva (174-84, currently plays in Denmark) was not able to help Lemvig (0-1) in their last game on Thursday. Despite Udovalieva's very good performance the third-placed Lemvig (0-1) was crushed 89-65 at home by the leading Amager in the Places 1-4 group. She recorded 15 points. It's Udovalieva's fifth season with the team. Udovalieva is currently third on the list of best passers and also on the list of most steals (fourth place). She has very reliable stats this season: 12.6ppg, 2.5rpg, 4.2apg and 2.2spg. Udovalieva used to play for the FYR Macedonian national team back in 2012.

Ivana Kmetovska
Ivana Kmetovska
   #5. International forward Ivana Kmetovska (190-95, currently plays college basketball in the States) was not able to secure a victory for the Washington St. (4-6) in their game against the University of Oregon (4-7) in the NCAA. She did not have that impressive stats last Friday. Kmetovska recorded only 2 points in 7 minutes on the court. The Washington St. was edged 70-69 on their home court in Pullman, WA by the University of Oregon. This year Kmetovska has relatively solid stats: 12.6ppg, 2.5rpg, 4.2apg and 2.2spg in 11 games. She plays currently for the FYR Macedonian national team.

Other top FYR Macedonian players, who play abroad:

Ashley Paris (191-F-87) plays for Energy Ivanovo in Russian PBL
Monica Gavriloska (190-F/C-76) plays for AEL Limassol in Cypriot Division A


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  HOLLAND  

Standings - Women

Eredivisie Standings
 1. Lekdetec.nl 15-2 
 2. Loon Lions 13-4 
 3. Binnenland 9-8 
 4. CTO 9-8 
 5. Den Helder 8-9 
 6. Grasshoppers 6-12 
 7. Amazone 0-17 

Regular Season: Round 20

Feb. 4: Lekdetec.nl - Den Helder 87-74
Feb. 4: Grasshoppers - Binnenland 66-85
Feb. 4: CTO - Loon Lions 66-46

Regular Season: Round 21

Feb. 7: Loon Lions - Lekdetec.nl
Feb. 7: Den Helder - Amazone
Feb. 7: CTO - Binnenland


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Zera BUTTER
  Binnenland
  (179-G-92)
  Avg: 19.6
 1. Butter, Binnenland19.6 
 2. Simpson, Den H.17.8 
 3. Hof, CTO15.3 
 4. Kuijt, Lekdetec.nl15.1 
 5. Hof, Amazone14.3 
 6. de Jonge, Lekdete.13.8 
 7. Ndiba, CTO13.7 
 8. Beld, Loon Lions13.7 
 9. Guyt, Grasshoppers13.1 
 10. Klein, Den Helder12.8 
Rebounds Per Game
 Jill BETTONVIL
  Lekdetec.
  (188-F-92)
  Avg: 11.5
 1. Bettonvil, Lekdete.11.5 
 2. Hof, CTO11.0 
 3. De Roos, Binnenla.10.6 
 4. Simpson, Den H.9.3 
 5. Ndiba, CTO8.7 
 6. Nieuwveen, Binnenl.8.4 
 7. Burgos, Amazone7.5 
 8. Van der Plas, Gras.7.4 
 9. de Jonge, Lekdete.6.9 
 10. Beld, Loon Lions6.5 
Assists Per Game
 Karin KUIJT
  Lekdetec.nl
  (175-G-90)
  Avg: 5.3
 1. Kuijt, Lekdetec.nl5.3 
 2. van Veen, CTO4.8 
 3. Klerx, Lekdetec.nl3.6 
 4. Butter, Binnenland3.0 
 5. Klein, Den Helder3.0 
 6. McDowell, Loon L.2.6 
 7. Burgos, Amazone2.3 
 8. de Jonge, Lekdete.2.3 
 9. Westerik, CTO2.2 
 10. Simpson, Den H.2.2 
Steals Per Game
 Jay-eliza BURGOS
  Amazone
  (173-G-94)
  Avg: 3.5
 1. Burgos, Amazone3.5 
 2. Hartman, Loon L.3.1 
 3. McDowell, Loon L.3.1 
 4. de Jonge, Lekdete.2.7 
 5. Simpson, Den H.2.7 
 6. Vogelsang, Amazone2.5 
 7. van Hulsen, Grassh.2.5 
 8. Beld, Loon Lions2.4 
 9. Hof, Amazone2.4 
 10. Heerschop, Den H.2.3 
Blocks Per Game
 Emese HOF
  CTO
  (190-C-96)
  Avg: 2.7
 1. Hof, CTO2.7 
 2. de Jonge, Lekdete.1.3 
 3. Schoen, Lekdetec..1.2 
 4. De Roos, Binnenla.1.2 
 5. Scheper, CTO1.1 
 6. Jong, Amazone0.9 
 7. Bettonvil, Lekdete.0.7 
 8. Driessen, Grasshop.0.6 
 9. Van den Adel, Binn.0.6 
 10. Nieuwveen, Binnen.0.5 


Butter's 35-point game gives her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

22-year old guard Zera Butter (179-G-92) had a very impressive game in the last round for Binnenland and receives a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 20.
She had the game-high 35 points adding four rebounds and eight assists for Binnenland in her team's victory, helping them to crush Grasshoppers (#6, 6-12) with 19-point margin 85-66. Binnenland maintains the 3rd position in Dutch Eredivisie. Binnenland is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 9-8 record. In the team's last game Butter had a remarkable 69.2% from 2-point range and got four three-pointers out of 7 attempts. She has many years of experience at Binnenland, through which she has constantly improved. Butter has impressive league stats. She is league's best scorer averaging so far 19.6ppg. Butter is in league's top in assists (5th best: 3.0apg) and averages solid 2.2spg.

Second best performed player last round was Karin Kuijt (175-G-90) of top-ranked Lekdetec.nl. She is former international guard in her 3rd season at Lekdetec.nl. In the last game Kuijt recorded impressive 23 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Of course she led Lekdetec.nl to another comfortable win 87-74 over the lower-ranked Den Helder (#5, 8-9) being unquestionably team leader. Of course Lekdetec.nl still keep the league's top spot. Her team lost just two games this season, while they won 15 matches. Kuijt is one of the most experienced players at Lekdetec.nl and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.1ppg (#4). She also recorded 5.3 assists per game.

Third place about best performers goes to center Emese Hof (190-C-96) of CTO (#4). Hof scored 18 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of CTO, leading her team to a 66-46 easy win against #2 ranked Loon Lions in a game of the week. CTO needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 8 lost games. Hof has a great season in Holland. After 14 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 15.1ppg (3rd best) and rebounds with 10.9rpg (2nd best). She also has 2.2spg and 2.6bpg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Janis Ndiba (182-F/C-97) of CTO - 16 points and 11 rebounds
5. Maxime Essenstam (189-C-93) of Den Helder - 20 points and 5 rebounds
6. Rianne De Roos (191-C-89) of Binnenland - 10 points and 15 rebounds
7. Jacobine Klerx (175-G-94) of Lekdetec.nl - 15 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Akil Simpson (183-F) of Den Helder - 18 points and 10 rebounds
9. Linda Appers (185-C/F-85) of Binnenland - 11 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Yordi Kathmann (176-F-94) of Lekdetec.nl - 21 points

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  HUNGARY  


EuroCup: Maccabi Ashdod nip UNIQA Euroleasing - by Eurobasket News

Maccabi Ashdod - UNIQA Euroleasing 78:77

Maccabi Ashdod gained the first victory in the quarterfinal series versus UNIQA Euroleasing. Shay Doron sank two late free throws to ice the win for Maccabi. Tiffany Jackson (191-C-85, college: Texas) exploded with 29 points and 20 rebounds for the Israeli team.
Maccabi eked out a 17:14 lead after the opening quarter. UNIQA Euroleasing erased the deficit in the second term. The Hungarian team tied things up at 34 at the interval. The visitors shifted the gear in the third term. They sank 25 points to take a 4-point lead at the final intermission. But Maccabi Ashdod pulled closer in the fourth frame and then Shay Doron sealed the win for the hosts. Allison Hightower (178-G-88, agency: Josep and Nicolas, college: LSU) delivered 16 points, while Alysha Clark (178-F-87, college: Middle Tenn.St.) added 10 points for Maccabi. Iva Ciglar (167-PG-85, agency: Josep and Nicolas) responded with 19 points and 12 assists for UNIQA Euroleasing. Bria Hartley (173-G-92, college: Connecticut) tossed in 16 points in the loss.

Maccabi Ashdod: Tiffany Jackson 29+20 boards, Allison Hightower 16, Alysha Clark 10
UNIQA Euroleasing: Iva Ciglar 19+12 assists, Bria Hartley 16


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  ISRAEL  

Standings (W)

D1 Standings
 1. Maccabi Ashdod 16-0 
 2. Elitzur Ramla 12-4 
 3. Maccabi R.Hen 11-5 
 4. Bnot Hertzeliya 10-6 
 5. H.R. Le-Zion 7-9 
 6. Ramat Hasharon 7-9 
 7. Hap.Petah Tikva 6-10 
 8. ASA Jerusalem 6-10 
 9. Elitzur Holon 3-13 
 10. Elitzur Netanya 2-14 

Regular Season: Round 16

Feb. 2: Elitzur Holon - Maccabi R.Hen 93-98
Feb. 2: Hap.Petah Tikva - Ramat Hasharon 87-83
Feb. 2: H.R. Le-Zion - Maccabi Ashdod 83-90
Feb. 2: Bnot Hertzeliya - ASA Jerusalem 68-45
Feb. 5: Elitzur Netanya - Elitzur Ramla 43-70

Regular Season: Round 17

Feb. 9: Maccabi Ashdod - Bnot Hertzeliya
Feb. 9: Elitzur Netanya - Hap.Petah Tikva
Feb. 9: Maccabi R.Hen - Ramat Hasharon
Feb. 9: ASA Jerusalem - Elitzur Holon
Feb. 9: Elitzur Ramla - H.R. Le-Zion


EuroCup: Maccabi Ashdod nip UNIQA Euroleasing - by Eurobasket News

Maccabi Ashdod - UNIQA Euroleasing 78:77

Maccabi Ashdod gained the first victory in the quarterfinal series versus UNIQA Euroleasing. Shay Doron sank two late free throws to ice the win for Maccabi. Tiffany Jackson (191-C-85, college: Texas) exploded with 29 points and 20 rebounds for the Israeli team.
Maccabi eked out a 17:14 lead after the opening quarter. UNIQA Euroleasing erased the deficit in the second term. The Hungarian team tied things up at 34 at the interval. The visitors shifted the gear in the third term. They sank 25 points to take a 4-point lead at the final intermission. But Maccabi Ashdod pulled closer in the fourth frame and then Shay Doron sealed the win for the hosts. Allison Hightower (178-G-88, agency: Josep and Nicolas, college: LSU) delivered 16 points, while Alysha Clark (178-F-87, college: Middle Tenn.St.) added 10 points for Maccabi. Iva Ciglar (167-PG-85, agency: Josep and Nicolas) responded with 19 points and 12 assists for UNIQA Euroleasing. Bria Hartley (173-G-92, college: Connecticut) tossed in 16 points in the loss.

Maccabi Ashdod: Tiffany Jackson 29+20 boards, Allison Hightower 16, Alysha Clark 10
UNIQA Euroleasing: Iva Ciglar 19+12 assists, Bria Hartley 16


D1 Round 16: No surprise as #1 Maccabi Ashdod defeats Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion - by Eurobasket News

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in D1.

D1 top team - Maccabi Ashdod (16-0) added another victory to their record on Monday. This time they beat fifth ranked Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (7-9) 90-83. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion won fourth quarter 23-21. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Americans were the main players on the court. Worth to mention a quality performance of center Tiffany Jackson (191-85, college: Texas) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Amanda Houts (168-87, college: Georgia, agency: Josep and Nicolas) who added 21 points during the contest. At the losing side guard Chelsea Gray (180-92, college: Duke) responded with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Undefeated Maccabi Ashdod have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-0 record. Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion at the other side keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Ramat Hasharon. Maccabi Ashdod are looking forward to face Bnot Hertzeliya (#4) at home in the next round. Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion will play against the league's second-placed Elitzur Ramla and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
The game in Petah Tikva was also worth to mention about. 6th ranked Ramat Hasharon (7-9) played at the court of eighth ranked Hap.Petah Tikva (6-10). Hap.Petah Tikva managed to secure a 4-point victory 87-83. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ramat Hasharon. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The winners were led by center Stephanie Madden (185-88, college: Langston) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 15 rebounds and Keena Mays supported her with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds by swingman Anne Marie Armstrong (191-91, college: Georgia, agency: Josep and Nicolas) did not help to save the game for Ramat Hasharon. Hap.Petah Tikva moved-up to seventh place, which they share with ASA Jerusalem. Ramat Hasharon at the other side dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with H.R. Le-Zion. Hap.Petah Tikva will play against bottom-ranked Elitzur Netanya (#10) on the road in the next round. Ramat Hasharon will play against Maccabi Ramat Hen (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
10th ranked Elitzur Netanya (2-14) was outscored at home by second ranked Elitzur Ramla (12-4) with the biggest margin this round 70-43 on Thursday night. Danielle McCray fired 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Elitzur Ramla's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Chastity Reed produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Elitzur Ramla maintains second position with 12-4 record having four points less than leader Maccabi Ashdod. Elitzur Netanya lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Elitzur Ramla will meet at home Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (#5) in the next round. Elitzur Netanya will play against Hap.Petah Tikva (#7) and hope to secure a win.

In the last two games of round 16 ASA Jerusalem was destroyed by Bnot Hertzeliya on the opponent's court 68-45. Elitzur Holon unfortunately lost to Maccabi R.Hen in a home game 93-98.

Elitzur Netanya - Elitzur Ramla 43-70

10th ranked Elitzur Netanya (2-14) was outscored at home by second ranked Elitzur Ramla (12-4) with the biggest margin this round 70-43 on Thursday night. The game was mostly controlled by Elitzur Ramla. Elitzur Netanya managed to win third quarter 13-10. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Elitzur Ramla dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Elitzur Netanya's 26. Elitzur Ramla forced 22 Elitzur Netanya turnovers and outrebounded them 42-28 including 32 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Elitzur Netanya's players. American Danielle McCray (186-87, college: Kansas) fired 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. The other American import swingman Alex Montgomery (185-88, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Josep and Nicolas) chipped in 9 points and 10 rebounds. Elitzur Ramla's coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Chastity Reed (185-89, college: UALR) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and Canadian forward Kalisha Keane (185-89, college: Michigan St.) added 2 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Elitzur Ramla maintains second position with 12-4 record having four points less than leader Maccabi Ashdod. Elitzur Netanya lost fifth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 14 games lost. Elitzur Ramla will meet at home Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (#5) in the next round. Elitzur Netanya will play against Hap.Petah Tikva (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Elitzur Netanya: C.Reed 21+11reb+1ast, H.Palmer 9+2reb+2ast, M.Isseroff 7+1reb+1ast, L.Doron 4+1ast, K.Keane 2+12reb+1ast, L.Buchris 0
Elitzur Ramla: D.McCray 18+9reb+3ast, A.Jones 12+2reb+1ast, K.Levitsky 10+7reb+1ast, A.Montgomery 9+10reb+3ast, E.Abramzon 6+6reb+2ast, N.Shafir 6+7ast
gschID: 336467


H.R. Le-Zion - Maccabi Ashdod 83-90

D1 top team - Maccabi Ashdod (16-0) added another victory to their record on Monday. This time they beat fifth ranked Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (7-9) 90-83. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion won fourth quarter 23-21. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Americans were the main players on the court. Worth to mention a quality performance of center Tiffany Jackson (191-85, college: Texas) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Amanda Houts (168-87, college: Georgia, agency: Josep and Nicolas) who added 21 points during the contest. Five Maccabi Ashdod players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Chelsea Gray (180-92, college: Duke) responded with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Karisma Penn (188-91, college: Illinois) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. Maccabi Ashdod have an impressive 16-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-0 record. Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion at the other side keeps the fifth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Ramat Hasharon. Maccabi Ashdod are looking forward to face Bnot Hertzeliya (#4) at home in the next round. Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion will play against the league's second-placed Elitzur Ramla and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
H.R. Le-Zion: C.Gray 28+6reb+7ast, K.Penn 24+13reb, A.Rachel Lux 13+2reb, B.Gilinski 8+6reb+1ast, A.Hornbuckle 7+7reb+7ast, E.Porat 2+2reb+1ast
Maccabi Ashdod: A.Houts 21+2reb+3ast, S.Doron 14+2reb+2ast, A.Clark 14+7reb, T.Jackson 14+9reb+6ast, C.Little 12+3reb+4ast, D.Diamant 11+7reb
gschID: 336468


Bnot Hertzeliya - ASA Jerusalem 68-45

Rather expected game when 7th ranked ASA Jerusalem (6-10) was crushed on the road by fourth ranked Bnot Hertzeliya (10-6) 68-45 on Monday. The game without a history. Bnot Hertzeliya led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding ASA Jerusalem to just 7 points in fourth quarter. They outrebounded ASA Jerusalem 41-28 including 32 on the defensive glass. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Essence Carson (183-86, college: Rutgers) fired 27 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Chelsea Hopkins (173-90, college: San Diego St.) chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Bnot Hertzeliya players scored in double figures. Coach Gilad Katz's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ashley Shields (180-85, college: SW Tenn.St.CC) produced 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and center Marie Malone (191-89, college: Hofstra) added 13 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Bnot Hertzeliya maintains fourth position with 10-6 record. Newly promoted ASA Jerusalem keeps the seventh place with ten games lost. They share the position with Hap.Petah Tikva. Bnot Hertzeliya will meet league's leader Maccabi Ashdod on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. ASA Jerusalem will play against Elitzur Holon (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
ASA Jerusalem: A.Shields 14+7reb+4ast, M.Malone 13+10reb, D.Feder 9+3reb+2ast, R.Ros 4+1reb+3ast, D.Raber 2+3reb+1ast, C.Clements 2+3reb
Bnot Hertzeliya: E.Carson 27+9reb+2ast, C.Hopkins 15+7reb+9ast, L.Suez-Karni 10+4reb+3ast, E.Hoffman 10+13reb+2ast, H.Gutin 4+4reb+2ast, Y.Shapiro 2+1reb
gschID: 336471


Hap.Petah Tikva - Ramat Hasharon 87-83

The game in Petah Tikva was also worth to mention about. 6th ranked Ramat Hasharon (7-9) played at the court of eighth ranked Hap.Petah Tikva (6-10). Hap.Petah Tikva managed to secure a 4-point victory 87-83. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Ramat Hasharon. The hosts were tied after three quarters but managed to speed up in last quarter eventually winning the game. Hap.Petah Tikva players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The winners were led by center Stephanie Madden (185-88, college: Langston) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 15 rebounds and guard Keena Mays (170, college: SMU) supported her with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists. Five Hap.Petah Tikva players scored in double figures. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds by swingman Anne Marie Armstrong (191-91, college: Georgia, agency: Josep and Nicolas) did not help to save the game for Ramat Hasharon. Swingman Tamara James (178-84, college: Miami, FL) added 20 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Hap.Petah Tikva moved-up to seventh place, which they share with ASA Jerusalem. Ramat Hasharon at the other side dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with H.R. Le-Zion. Hap.Petah Tikva will play against bottom-ranked Elitzur Netanya (#10) on the road in the next round. Ramat Hasharon will play against Maccabi Ramat Hen (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ramat Hasharon: A.Marie Armstrong 23+8reb+1ast, T.James 20+9reb+2ast, R.Ben Nun 10+1reb+4ast, A.Baron 9+2reb+4ast, Y.Aharonov 9+3reb+6ast, A.Mathies 8+1reb+9ast
Hap.Petah Tikva: S.Madden 23+15reb, A.Nyingifa 22+5reb+4ast, K.Mays 20+6reb+12ast, S.Porat 10+2reb+7ast, Y.Gutt 10+5reb+1ast, N.Levi 2+2reb
gschID: 336470


Elitzur Holon - Maccabi R.Hen 93-98

Very predictable result when third ranked Maccabi Ramat Hen (11-5) defeated on the road 9th ranked Elitzur Holon (3-13) 98-93 on Monday. The guests trailed by 5 points at the halftime before their 29-18 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Maccabi Ramat Hen made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Maccabi Ramat Hen outrebounded Elitzur Holon 35-18 including a 17-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Center Shamela Hampton (191-87, college: UNLV) fired 26 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward Kayla Thornton (185-92, college: UTEP) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Sheana Mosch (177-81, college: Duke) produced 19 points and 8 assists and forward Toccara Ross (183-86, college: Iowa St.) added 24 points respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Maccabi Ramat Hen have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 11-5 record having five points less than leader Maccabi Ashdod. Loser Elitzur Holon keeps the ninth place with 13 games lost. Maccabi Ramat Hen will meet at home Ramat Hasharon (#6) in the next round. Elitzur Holon will play against ASA Jerusalem and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Elitzur Holon: T.Ross 24+3reb+3ast, A.Taylor 20+7reb+1ast, S.Mosch 19+4reb+8ast, T.Lemberger 11+2reb+7ast, O.Oren 7+1reb+7ast, M.Dayan 5+3ast
Maccabi R.Hen: S.Hampton 26+9reb+3ast, R.Gardner 24+5reb+1ast, K.Thornton 21+11reb+4ast, J.Kalin 16+5reb+5ast, L.Peleg 5+2reb+5ast, M.Dori 4+6ast
gschID: 336469



Israeli D1 round 16 best performance: Keena Mays - by Eurobasket News

American Guard Keena Mays (170-G) had an amazing evening in the last round for Hap.Petah Tikva, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 16.
The -year old player got a double-double of 20 points and 12 assists, while her team edged out Ramat Hasharon (#6, 7-9) 87-83. Hap.Petah Tikva is placed at 7th position in Israeli D1. Hap.Petah Tikva is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 6-10 record. Mays turned to be Hap.Petah Tikva's top player in her first season with the team. Former Southern Methodist University star has very solid stats this year. Mays is in league's top in points (9th best: 17.7ppg), assists (5th best: 5.1apg) and averages impressive 2.7spg and 40.4% from behind 3-point line.

The second best player in last round's games was 23-year old American Karisma Penn (188-F-91) of H.R. Le-Zion. Penn had a very good evening with a double-double of 24 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as H.R. Le-Zion lost that game 83-90 to league's leader Maccabi Ashdod (#1, 16-0). H.R. Le-Zion managed to keep the same 5th spot in the standings. Her team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 7-9 record. Penn is a newcomer at H.R. Le-Zion, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 19.7ppg (#2). She also registered 10.3 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was American forward Chastity Reed (185-F-89) of Elitzur Netanya (#10). Reed scored 21 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). Despite Reed's great performance Elitzur Netanya lost 43-70 to the higher-ranked Elitzur Ramla (#2, 12-4). But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates. Elitzur Netanya can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have extremely bad season and 2-14 record places them at the very bottom of the standings. Too bad for Reed she does not play for a better team. But maybe if she did, her season stats would not be that high. Reed has individually a great season in Israel. After 12 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.1rpg (9th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Shamela Hampton (191-C-87) of Maccabi R.Hen - 26 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Stephanie Madden (185-C-88) of Hap.Petah Tikva - 23 points and 15 rebounds
6. Kayla Thornton (185-F-92) of Maccabi R.Hen - 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Chelsea Gray (180-G-92) of H.R. Le-Zion - 28 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists
8. Chelsea Hopkins (173-G-90) of Bnot Hertzeliya - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists
9. Tamara James (178-G/F-84) of Ramat Hasharon - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Tiffany Jackson (191-C-85) of Maccabi Ashdod - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


Alex Montgomery (ex Sao Jose) agreed terms with Elitzur Ramla - by Eurobasket News

Elitzur Ramla (D1) inked 27-year old American swingman Alex Montgomery (185-88, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Josep and Nicolas). Montgomery managed to play in four leagues in two countries last year (!!!). She played in the summer at Sao Jose/Colinas Shopping in Brazilian LBF league. She also played at New York in WNBA that season. In 34 games she recorded 5.3ppg, 3.9rpg and 1.0apg. The last season Montgomery played at Tarbes Gespe Bigorre (LFB) in French league. In 12 games she averaged 12.7ppg and 7.2rpg. She also played 6 games in Eurocup where she averaged 11.7ppg, 7.8rpg, 1.2apg and 2.0spg.
In 2011 Montgomery was drafted by New York Liberty (WNBA) in first round (10th overall).
The former Georgia Tech star is in her fourth season in pro basketball.
Among other achievements Montgomery won Brazilian LBF championship title in 2013. She received also Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LBF Forward of the Year award in 2013.
Montgomery has played previously professionally in Italy (CA Romagna).

By Eurobasket Data Center

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McKenith is back at Minnesota Lynx, ex H.R. Le-Zion - by Eurobasket News

Minnesota Lynx signed 24-year old guard Nadirah McKenith (170-91, college: St.John's). It is actually her comeback to Minnesota Lynx as she played here before. McKenith played this season at H.R. Le-Zion in Israeli D1 league, but left the team in Dec.'14. In 8 games she had 12.6ppg, 4.1rpg, 4.1apg and 1.8spg. The last summer she played at Minnesota. But in 6 games she recorded just 1.3ppg and 1.0rpg. The last (2014) season McKenith played at Zamarat (LFB) in Spanish league. In 8 games she recorded 11.8ppg, 4.6rpg, 2.4apg and 1.4spg.
McKenith's team was regular season runner-up in WNBA Western Conference.
The previous (2013) summer she played at Washington. In 34 games she recorded only 2.7ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.1apg in 2013 season. She helped them to make it to the quarterfinals.
Two years ago McKenith was drafted by Washington Mystics (WNBA) in second round (17th overall).
She attended St.John's University and it will be her second season in pro basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted WBCA All-NCAA D1 Honorable Mention and All-Big East 1st Team in 2013 at her college time.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  JAPAN  

Standings - JBL Women

WJBL Standings
 1. Denso Iris 16-4 
 2. Fujitsu RW 15-3 
 3. JX-Eneos S. 15-3 
 4. Toyota A. 15-5 
 5. Chanson V-M 13-5 
 6. Mitsubishi K. 12-6 
 7. Toyota B SR 8-10 
 8. Niigata R. 5-15 
 9. Aishin AW 5-16 
 10. Hitachi Cougars 2-18 
 11. Haneda Vickies 0-21 

Regular Season: Round 22

Feb. 6: Haneda Vickies - Aishin AW 60-78
Feb. 7: Toyota B SR - Hitachi Cougars
Feb. 7: Haneda Vickies - Aishin AW
Feb. 7: Fujitsu RW - Chanson V-M
Feb. 7: Toyota A. - Mitsubishi K.
Feb. 7: JX-Eneos S. - Niigata R.



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Anete Steinberga selected the top Latvian playing abroad in last week's games - by Eurobasket Center

Traditionally, every week we bring you a list of the top performances of Latvians who are currently playing abroad.

Anete Steinberga
Anete Steinberga
   #1. This week's number one is an international center Anete Steinberga (190-90, agency: LBM Management, college: UTEP, currently plays in Belgium). She led Castors Braine to a victory over the closely-ranked Declercq Stortbeton (13-3) crushing them 106-53 in the Belgian Division I in Saturday night's game. Steinberga was MVP of the game. She scored 29 points (!!!), grabbed 7 rebounds, passed 3 assists and added 2 blocks in 34 minutes on the court; quite an impressive performance considering it's only Steinberga's second season in pro basketball. It was the game of the round between two top 4 ranked teams. Royal Castors Braine (16-0) is placed first in the Division I. So far her team won all sixteen games in the Regular Season. Steinberga is currently ninth on the league's list of top scorers with 13.6ppg. She also averaged so far 5.4rpg, 1.1apg, 1.1spg, 3FGP: 27.3% and FT: 79.0% in 16 games she played so far. Steinberga is currently a member of the Latvian senior national team.

Anita Teilane
Anita Teilane
   #2. Second place goes to former international center Anita Teilane (196-85, currently plays in Bulgaria). She was the main contributor in a Haskovo 2012's victory against one of league's weakest teams Rilski Sportist (3-11) 76-61 in the Bulgarian NBL last Saturday. Teilane was the best player in that game. She recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and getting 17 rebounds. Teilane also added 7 blocks. Haskovo 2012 (11-3) is placed second in the NBL. It's Teilane's first season with the team. Teilane is ranked sixth on the list of the top scorers in the league and also on the list of best rebounders (second place). She has individually a very good season with high stats. Teilane averages: 16.9ppg, 13.1rpg, 1.3apg, 3.8bpg, 2FGP: 54.0% and FT: 64.4%. She played for the Latvian national team in 2007.

Gunta Basko-Melnbarde
Gunta Basko-Melnbarde
   #3. The Latvian player who performed third best last week abroad was an experienced former international forward Gunta Basko-Melnbarde (181-80, agency: Josep and Nicolas, college: Siena, currently plays in France). Basko-Melnbarde contributed to an easy victory against the tenth-ranked Mondeville (6-11) crushing them 85-53 in the French LFB on Saturday night. She was the top player that evening. Basko-Melnbarde scored 20 points in 28 minutes. Basket Landes (11-6) is placed fifth in the LFB. They ended the series of three consecutive loses. Basko-Melnbarde has relatively good stats this year: 12.2ppg, 6.2rpg, 1.9apg, 2FGP: 45.7%, 3FGP: 35.8% and FT: 81.8% in 17 games. Former TTT Riga starter played for the Latvian national team four years ago.

Aija Putnina
Aija Putnina
   #4. Power forward Aija Putnina (191-88, also represented by Josep and Nicolas, currently plays in Italy) could not help San Martino (12-6) in their last game on Sunday. Despite her good performance San Martino was defeated 65-59 at home by the lower-ranked Umbertide (#4). Putnina was the top scorer with 13 points. She also added 9 rebounds. This season Putnina has relatively solid stats: 14.3ppg, 9.3rpg and 1.3spg. She is also Latvian national team player.

Anete Jekabsone-Zogota
Anete Jekabsone-Zogota
   #5. Former international shooting guard Anete Jekabsone-Zogota (177-83, currently plays in Euroleague) contributed to a Dynamo Kursk's victory against the fourth-ranked Lattes Montpellier (4-6) 69-61 in the Euroleague last Wednesday. Jekabsone-Zogota scored 9 points in 28 minutes. Dynamo Kursk (8-2) is placed second in group A. There are only two games left until the end of the Euroleague Regular Season. So now every game will be critical. This year Jekabsone-Zogota's overall stats are: 7.3ppg and 1.3apg in 10 games. She used to play for the Latvian national team six years ago.

Dita Liepkalne
Dita Liepkalne
   #6. Forward Dita Liepkalne (185-87, another player represented by Josep and Nicolas, college: Hawaii, currently plays in Spain) helped Socinsa Bembibre edge the league outsider Al-Qazeres (3-14) 63-62 in the Spanish LFB on Saturday night. Liepkalne scored 8 points, grabbed 8 rebounds and dished 3 assists. Embutidos Pajariel Bembibre PDM (9-8) is placed sixth in the LFB. It was her team's first victory after four consecutive loses. Liepkalne's total stats this season are: 8.4ppg, 3.9rpg and 1.3apg. She is a former international player as she played for the Latvian senior team two years ago.

Kristine Vitola
Kristine Vitola
   #7. Former international center Kristine Vitola (193-91, college: UTEP, currently plays in Spain) helped Mann Filter win their game against the fourth-ranked Cadi La Seu (11-6) 65-46 in the Spanish LFB in Sunday night's game. Vitola scored 10 points, grabbed 8 rebounds and dished 3 assists in 27 minutes. Mann Filter Zaragoza (5-12) is placed 12th in the LFB. Vitola is ranked third on the list of the best blockers in the league with 1.1bpg. She also averaged so far 11.0ppg, 7.6rpg and 1.3apg in 10 games. Vitola used to play for the Latvian national team three years ago.

Lauma Reke
Lauma Reke
   #8. Power forward Lauma Reke (185-86, college: St.Peter's, currently plays in Italy) managed to help C.U.S. Cagliari to win against the closely-ranked Lavezzini PR (5-13) 69-54 in the Italian Serie A1 last Sunday. She scored 5 points and grabbed 4 rebounds. C.U.S. Cagliari (8-9) is placed tenth in the Serie A1. Reke's total stats this season are: 5.0ppg, 6.7rpg, 1.3apg and 2.3spg. She used to play for the Latvian university national team back in 2007.

Liene Jekabsone
Liene Jekabsone
   #9. Former U20 international forward Liene Jekabsone (185-88, college: FIU, currently plays in Germany) was not able to help the league outsider Zehlendorf in their game against Lichterfelde (8-7) in the German 2.Bundesliga (second division), despite her very good performance on Saturday night. Jekabsone was the top scorer with 21 points. She also added 5 rebounds and dished 3 assists in 23 minutes; not bad, considering it's only Jekabsone's second season in pro basketball. But the 12th-placed Zehlendorf (0-15) was crushed 110-69 on the road by the higher-ranked (#6) Lichterfelde in the North group. So far Zehlendorf lost all fifteen games in the Regular Season. This year Jekabsone's total stats are: 9.8ppg, 6.6rpg and 1.4apg in 14 games. She used to play for the Latvian U20 national team seven years ago.


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Standings - LMKL

LMKL Standings
 1. Utena 20-1 
 2. Suduva 15-6 
 3. Aistes-LSU 12-8 
 4. Fortuna 11-9 
 5. Kibirkstis-VICI 10-11 
 6. H-Sirenos 10-11 
 7. Jaunieji Talentai 5-16 
 8. Ruta-Univ. 0-21 

Regular Season: Round 21

Feb. 6: Suduva - Utena 93-75
Feb. 3: Jaunieji Talentai - Aistes-LSU 73-81
Feb. 6: Kibirkstis-VICI - Jaunieji Talentai 67-46
Feb. 6: Ruta-Univ. - H-Sirenos 53-74
Feb. 6: Fortuna - Aistes-LSU


Stats Leaders - LMKL

Points Per Game
 Laura JUSKAITE
  Jaunie.
  (186-PF-97)
  Avg: 18.7
 1. Juskaite, Jaunie.18.7 
 2. Solopova, Fortuna17.6 
 3. Sulciute, Utena16.2 
 4. Zemantauskaite-M.,15.5 
 5. Grigalauskyt., For.15.4 
 6. Salkauske, Suduva14.6 
 7. Linkeviciene, Utena14.1 
 8. Skadaite, Aiste.14.0 
 9. Svaryte, Aistes-L.13.2 
 10. Baronenaite, H-Si.12.9 
Rebounds Per Game
 Laura SVARYTE
  Aistes-LSU
  (190-C/F-92)
  Avg: 13.6
 1. Svaryte, Aistes-L.13.6 
 2. Grigalauskyt., For.12.8 
 3. Juskaite, Jaunie.10.3 
 4. Balciunaite, H-Sir.9.3 
 5. Alminaite, Utena8.6 
 6. Kuodiene, Ruta-.8.5 
 7. Siksniute, Utena7.6 
 8. Baliutaviciu., Sud.7.4 
 9. Sarauskaite, Kibir.7.3 
 10. Salkauske, Suduva7.0 
Assists Per Game
 Marina SOLOPOVA
  Fortuna
  (180-G/F-90)
  Avg: 5.2
 1. Solopova, Fortuna5.2 
 2. Linkeviciene, Utena4.4 
 3. Okockyte, Suduva4.3 
 4. Kraujunaite, Kibir.4.0 
 5. Balciunaite, H-Sir.3.8 
 6. Hammonds, Kibir.3.5 
 7. Zemantauskaite-M.,3.4 
 8. Knyzaite, H-Sirenos3.3 
 9. Sirsinaityte, Jaun.3.3 
 10. Grigalauskyt., Fo.3.1 
Steals Per Game
 Kornelija BALCIUNAITE
  H-Sir.
  (176-SF-81)
  Avg: 4.1
 1. Balciunaite, H-Sir.4.1 
 2. Juskaite, Jaunie.2.9 
 3. Kaminskyte, Kibir.2.9 
 4. Linkeviciene, Utena2.6 
 5. Zemantauskaite-M.,2.5 
 6. Baronenaite, H-Sir.2.5 
 7. Marmiene, Aiste.2.4 
 8. Hammonds, Kibir.2.3 
 9. Sirsinaityte, Jaun.2.0 
 10. Liutkute, Laisve2.0 
Blocks Per Game
 Daugile SARAUSKAITE
  Kibir.
  (195-C-96)
  Avg: 3.3
 1. Sarauskaite, Kibir.3.3 
 2. Alminaite, Utena2.9 
 3. Grigalauskyt., For.1.3 
 4. Zilinskaite, Kibir.1.1 
 5. Meskonyte, Jaunie.1.1 
 6. Matuzonyte, Fortu.1.0 
 7. Rickeviciute, Sudu.0.9 
 8. Mizgeryte, Fortuna0.9 
 9. Svaryte, Aistes-L.0.9 
 10. Zelnyte, Aistes-.0.8 


Gintare Petronyte selected the top Lithuanian playing abroad in last week's games - by Eurobasket Center

Here is the weekly review of the top performing Lithuanian players, who play currently abroad.

Gintare Petronyte
Gintare Petronyte
   #1. This week's number one is an international center Gintare Petronyte (196-89, currently plays in Poland). She was the major contributor in a Wisla Krakow's victory against the seventh-ranked Rybnik (4-9) crushing them 106-45 in the Polish BLK in Saturday night's game. Petronyte recorded 18 points and grabbed 5 rebounds in a mere 17 minutes on the court. TS Wisla Krakow (16-0) is placed first in the BLK. So far her team won all sixteen games in the Regular Season. It's Petronyte's first season with the team. Petronyte is currently fourth on the list of best blockers with 1.4bpg. She also averaged so far 9.0ppg, 4.8rpg, 2FGP: 48.9% and FT: 90.3%(56-62) in 16 games she played so far. Ex-Kibirkstis-Tiche-IKI Vilnius player is currently a member of the Lithuanian senior national team.

Lina Pikciute
Lina Pikciute
   #2. Second place goes to an international forward Lina Pikciute (192-90, agency: Josep and Nicolas, currently plays in Sweden). Pikciute led Umea to a victory against the sixth-ranked Mark Basket (9-8) 84-70 in the Swedish Damligan last Wednesday. She recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and getting 14 rebounds. Pikciute also added 3 assists and 4 steals. Udominate Basket Umea (15-1) is placed second in the Damligan. Pikciute is the league's best blocker. This season she averages: 9.7ppg, 6.4rpg, 2.0apg, 1.8bpg, 2FGP: 44.4% and FT: 64.8%. Pikciute is in the roster of the Lithuanian senior national team.

Kamile Nacickaite
Kamile Nacickaite
   #3. The Lithuanian player who performed third best last week abroad was an international guard Kamile Nacickaite (181-89, college: Drexel, currently plays in Eurocup). She contributed to an Istanbul Universitesi's victory against the closely-ranked Besiktas (2-3) 72-68 in a derby game in the Eurocup on Thursday night. Nacickaite recorded 16 points in 27 minutes; quite an impressive performance considering it's only her third season in pro basketball. Istanbul Universitesi SK (4-2) is placed second in group B. It was her team's third consecutive victory in a row. Nacickaite has relatively good stats this year: 14.6ppg, 2.3rpg, 2.3apg, 1.3spg, 2FGP: 46.9%, 3FGP: 45.7%(16-35) and FT: 85.2% in nine games. She is also a member of the Lithuanian senior national team.

Ieva Kazlauskaite
Ieva Kazlauskaite
   #4. Forward Ieva Kazlauskaite (178-94, agency: LBM Management, currently plays in Belgium) led Liege to a victory over the tenth-ranked R.Spirou Monceau (5-11) 66-59 in the Belgian Division I last Saturday. She was MVP of the game. Kazlauskaite scored 16 points in 28 minutes. Ladies Liege Panthers (6-10) is placed sixth in the Division I. They ended the series of five consecutive loses. This year Kazlauskaite's overall stats are: 7.1ppg and 2.6rpg in 16 games. She is also Lithuanian U20 national team player.

Giedre Paugaite
Giedre Paugaite
   #5. Former international center Giedre Paugaite (192-90, currently plays in Belarus) was the main contributor in Tsmoki-Minsk's victory against the second-ranked Gorizont (15-2) crushing them 83-61 in a derby game in the Belarusian Premier League on Sunday night. Paugaite was the best player in that game. She recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and getting 10 rebounds. Paugaite also added 3 blocks. It was the game of the round between two top 3 ranked teams in group Places 1-4. BK Tsmoki-Minskis placed first. Paugaite is currently second on the list of best blockers. Her total stats this season are: 9.9ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.3apg, 1.4bpg and 1.1spg. Paugaite used to play for the Lithuanian national team two years ago.

Gabriele Narviciute
Gabriele Narviciute
   #6. Forward Gabriele Narviciute (190-90, currently plays in Italy) could not help Irpino (0-1) in their last game. Despite her good performance the sixth-placed Irpino (0-1) lost 73-81 at home to the higher-ranked (#3) Alpo VR in the Prom.E group. Narviciute had a double-double by scoring 11 points and getting 13 rebounds. She also added 3 assists in 37 minutes. This year Narviciute has relatively solid stats: 12.1ppg, 9.3rpg, 1.4apg and 1.8spg in 16 games. She is a former U20 international player as she played for the Lithuanian team five years ago.

Vita Kuktiene
Vita Kuktiene
   #7. An experienced international forward Vita Kuktiene (186-80, currently plays in Spain) was not able to help Argon Uni Girona in their game against Gipuzkoa UPV (6-11) in the Spanish LFB. Kuktiene cannot count Saturday's game as one of the best ones. She scored only one point. The league leader Argon Uni Girona was defeated 76-64 on the road by the much lower-ranked Gipuzkoa UPV (#9). It was Argon Uni Girona's first loss after eight consecutive victories. Kuktiene's total stats this season are: 8.1ppg and 3.1rpg. She is also Lithuanian national team player.

The list of other players, who all have Lithuanian passport but never been selected to any of Lithuanian national teams:

   #1. Sofija Aleksandravicius (196-F-91, agency: LBM Management, college: Davidson, currently plays in Belgium) was the major contributor in a Belfius Namur's victory against the closely-ranked Kangoeroes (10-6) 80-64 in the Belgian Division I in Saturday night's game. Aleksandravicius recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and getting 14 rebounds; not bad, considering it's only her second season in pro basketball. BC Belfius Namur Capitale (12-4) is placed fourth in the Division I. This season Aleksandravicius has relatively solid stats: 13.1ppg, 9.4rpg and 1.2bpg. She is a naturalized American. Aleksandravicius used to play for Kibirkstis-Tiche-IKI Vilnius in Lithuanian league.

   #2. Gabriele Nikitinaite (178-SG-98, currently plays in United Kingdom) led Suns to an easy victory against one of league's weakest teams Topcats (1-9) 59-44 in the British WBBL on Sunday night. Nikitinaite had a double-double by scoring 19 points and getting 10 rebounds (was perfect 5-for-5 from the free throw line) in 35 minutes. Sevenoaks Suns (3-9) is placed eighth in the WBBL. Nikitinaite has reliable stats this year: 12.7ppg, 4.6rpg, 1.6apg and 1.8spg in nine games she played so far. She has a dual citizenship: Lithuanian and British. Despite Nikitinaite's Lithuanian passport, she currently plays for the British U16 national team and is not eligible to play for the Lithuanian team.


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Standings - Women

Total Standings
Places 1-6
 1. Musel Pikes 13-2 
 2. Etzella 12-3 
 3. Amicale 12-3 
 4. T71 Dudelange 7-8 
 5. AB Contern 7-8 
 6. Basket Esch 5-10 
Places 7-10
 1. Telstar 1-0 
 2. Sparta 1-1 
 3. Residence 1-1 
 4. Black Star 0-1 
Stage One Standings

Second Stage: Round 2

Places 1-6

Feb. 7: T71 Dudelange - AB Contern
Feb. 8: Basket Esch - Musel Pikes
Feb. 8: Etzella - Amicale

Places 7-10

Feb. 6: Sparta - Residence 73-58
Feb. 7: Basket Esch - Telstar


Stats Leaders - Women

Points Per Game
 Yvonne ANDERSON
  Amicale
  (170-G-90)
  Avg: 30.1
 1. Anderson, Amicale30.1 
 2. Wurtz, Sparta27.9 
 3. Dunham, Basket E.25.1 
 4. Winton, Musel Pikes23.0 
 5. Conicelli, Etzella22.9 
 6. Grieb, AB Contern20.8 
 7. Charlston, Amicale19.6 
 8. Marinacci, T71 D.19.2 
 9. Brown, Telstar16.1 
 10. Yoerger, AB Conte.16.0 
Rebounds Per Game
 Jessilyn CONICELLI
  Etzella
  (180-F-89)
  Avg: 17.6
 1. Conicelli, Etzella17.6 
 2. Marinacci, T71 D.14.3 
 3. Brown, Telstar13.1 
 4. Dunham, Basket E.12.9 
 5. Grieb, AB Contern12.9 
 6. Wurtz, Sparta12.1 
 7. Winton, Musel Pikes12.0 
 8. Charlston, Amicale11.1 
 9. Yoerger, AB Contern10.2 
 10. Skrijelj, Sparta9.8 
Assists Per Game
 Yvonne ANDERSON
  Amicale
  (170-G-90)
  Avg: 7.5
 1. Anderson, Amicale7.5 
 2. Schmit, Musel Pikes5.1 
 3. Yoerger, AB Contern4.4 
 4. Skrijelj, Sparta4.2 
 5. Dunham, Basket E.3.4 
 6. Winton, Musel Pikes3.3 
 7. Wagener, T71 D.3.1 
 8. Wagener, T71 D.2.9 
 9. Petrova, Etzella2.9 
 10. Mossong, Etzella2.6 
Steals Per Game
 Yvonne ANDERSON
  Amicale
  (170-G-90)
  Avg: 4
 1. Anderson, Amicale4.0 
 2. Yoerger, AB Contern3.8 
 3. Brown, Telstar3.7 
 4. Schmit, Musel Pikes3.6 
 5. Wagener, T71 D.2.5 
 6. Wurtz, Sparta2.4 
 7. Grieb, AB Contern2.3 
 8. Winton, Musel Pikes2.2 
 9. Dunham, Basket E.2.2 
 10. Marinacci, T71 D.2.1 
Blocks Per Game
 Alyssa CHARLSTON
  Amicale
  (185-G/F-)
  Avg: 1.8
 1. Charlston, Amicale1.8 
 2. Winton, Musel Pikes1.1 
 3. Jablonowski, Telst.1.0 
 4. Bedalov, Sparta0.9 
 5. Yoerger, AB Contern0.8 
 6. Marinacci, T71 D.0.7 
 7. Grieb, AB Contern0.4 
 8. Wurtz, Sparta0.4 
 9. Conicelli, Etzella0.4 
 10. Orban, T71 D.0.4 



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Standings

MZRKL Standings
A
 1 Medvescak 8-1 
 2 Buducnost 7-2 
 3 Venezia 7-2 
 4 Triglav 4-6 
 5 Partizan 2-8 
 6 Play Off 0-9 
B
 1 Athlete Celje 8-1 
 2 Radivoj Korac 8-1 
 3 Celik 6-3 
 4 Tresnjevka 3-6 
 5 Grosuplje 2-7 
 6 Badel 0-9 

Regular Season: Round 13

A

Feb. 4: Partizan - Buducnost 62-76
Feb. 4: Triglav - Venezia 55-61

B

Feb. 5: Grosbasket - Radivoj Korac 70-82
Feb. 5: Celik - Badel 65-53

Regular Season: Round 14

A

Feb. 11: Buducnost - Play Off
Feb. 11: Venezia - Medvescak

B

Feb. 11: Athlete Celje - Celik
Feb. 11: Badel - Grosuplje
Feb. 11: Radivoj Korac - Tresnjevka


Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Irena MATOVIC
  Buducnost
  (186-F-88)
  Avg: 20.8
 1. Matovic, Buducnost20.8 
 2. Tikvic, Medvescak18.1 
 3. Lisec, Athlete Cel.15.9 
 4. Sanders, Buducnost15.7 
 5. Mitrasinovik, Badel15.2 
 6. Borovic, Medvescak15.2 
 7. Kalusic, Celik15.0 
 8. Erkic, Athlete Cel.14.7 
 9. Popovic, Buducnost14.6 
 10. Kapor, Radivoj14.0 
Rebounds Per Game
 Ivana TIKVIC
  Medvescak
  (189-C-94)
  Avg: 12.7
 1. Tikvic, Medvescak12.7 
 2. Lisec, Athlete Cel.9.4 
 3. Begic, Medvescak8.0 
 4. Pirsic, Triglav7.9 
 5. Brajkovic, Radivo.7.6 
 6. Matovic, Buducnost7.4 
 7. Maric, Tresnjevka7.1 
 8. Kelava, Tresnjevka6.9 
 9. Zdolsek, Triglav6.9 
 10. Terry, Buducnost6.9 
Assists Per Game
 Petra PERIC
  Medvescak
  (163-G-85)
  Avg: 4.9
 1. Peric, Medvescak4.9 
 2. Babic, Play Off4.6 
 3. Popovic, Buducnost4.4 
 4. Mandic, Radivoj4.1 
 5. Bigovic, Celik4.1 
 6. Dojkic, Athlete Ce.4.0 
 7. Seda, Medvescak4.0 
 8. Gagic, Grosbasket3.9 
 9. Slonjsak, Tresn.3.7 
 10. Dotto, Venezia3.5 
Steals Per Game
 Rebeka ABRAMOVIC
  Athlet.
  (172-PG-93)
  Avg: 3.3
 1. Abramovic, Athlet.3.3 
 2. Dojkic, Athlete Ce.3.2 
 3. Bigovic, Celik3.1 
 4. Todoric, Medvescak2.9 
 5. Melchiori, Venezia2.8 
 6. Popovic, Buducnost2.7 
 7. Kapor, Radivoj2.7 
 8. Mitrasinovik, Badel2.3 
 9. Zdolsek, Triglav2.1 
 10. Babic, Play Off2.0 
Blocks Per Game
 Anita KELAVA
  Tresnjevka
  (185-PF-97)
  Avg: 2
 1. Kelava, Tresnjevka2.0 
 2. Popovic, Celik1.3 
 3. Tikvic, Medvescak1.2 
 4. Senicar, Triglav1.1 
 5. Arsenic, Grosbasket1.0 
 6. Formica, Venezia1.0 
 7. Jakobcic, Triglav0.9 
 8. McCallum, Venezia0.9 
 9. Stojiljkovic, Radi.0.9 
 10. Ruzickova, Venez.0.9 


Wins for Korac and Celik (Round 13) - by Zeljko Zule

Grosbasket-Radivoj Korac 70-82: Korac opened the game with eight straght points to ignite a 17-4 run and led by as many as 24 points midway through the second quarter. Korac placed all five starters in double figures. Tamara Kapor (184-G-91) scored 18 points, Kristina Topuzovic (183-F/G-94, agency: Josep and Nicolas) 17, Sanja Mandic (178-SG-95) 15, Jovana Jaksic (178-F/G-92) posted 14 points and was a rebound shy of a double-double and Ivana Brajkovic (195-C-93) just missed a double-double with 10 points and 9 rebounds. Grosbasket was outrebounded 21-39. Haleigh Lankster (175-G-89, agency: PEPI SPORT, college: Wichita St.) finished with 18 pointa and Nina Gabrovsek (170-F-94) added 12.
Celik-Badel 1862 65-53: After trailing 9-13, Celik went on an 8-0 run to take lead 17-13 and never trailed for the rest of the game. Bosnian team took control of the game with a 16-5 run spanning halftime for a 47-34 advantage. Natasa Popovic (192-C-82) scored 13 points, Irma Rahmanovic (187-F/C-91) 11 and Aida Kalusic (187-C-87) 10. Badel was led by game-high 19 points from Andzelika Mitrasinovik (178-PG-93) and Aleksandra Stojanovska (178-SF-94) posted 14 points.


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Top 25 - Women

TOP25 Standings
 1. S.Carolina 10-0 (22-0) 
 2. Connecticut 11-0 (21-1) 
 3. Texas 4-6 (17-6) 
 4. Texas A&M 2-1 (16-3) 
 5. Notre Dame 9-1 (22-2) 
 6. N.Carolina 5-4 (18-5) 
 7. Stanford 9-2 (17-6) 
 8. Kentucky 6-3 (17-5) 
 9. Baylor 10-0 (21-1) 
 10. Louisville 7-2 (20-3) 
 11. Tennessee 9-0 (19-3) 
 12. Nebraska 7-4 (17-5) 
 13. Duke 8-2 (17-6) 
 14. Maryland 11-0 (20-2) 
 15. Oregon St. 10-1 (20-2) 
 16. Georgia 5-5 (17-6) 
 17. Rutgers 8-3 (18-5) 
 18. California 9-2 (17-5) 
 19. Michigan St. 3-9 (11-12) 
 20. Oklahoma St. 3-7 (13-8) 
 21. Syracuse 6-4 (16-7) 
 22. Arizona St. 10-1 (20-2) 
 23. Mississippi St. 7-3 (22-3) 
 24. Seton Hall 10-1 (21-2) 
 25. De Paul 10-2 (19-7) 

Regular Season: Round 82

Feb. 6: N.Dakota St. - SW Illinois JC 60-66
Feb. 6: S.Dakota - IPFW 91-80
Feb. 6: Xavier - Marquette 91-72
Feb. 6: Princeton - Columbia 83-44
Feb. 6: S.Illinois - Drake 81-76
Feb. 6: Harvard - Brown 80-83
Feb. 6: Washington - Oregon St. 76-67
Feb. 6: USC - Utah 73-54
Feb. 6: UCLA - Colorado 72-65
Feb. 6: Loyola, IL - Evansville 70-58
Feb. 6: Washington St. - Oregon 69-70
Feb. 6: Hofstra - JMU 68-77
Feb. 6: Drexel - William 68-72 OT
Feb. 6: Seton Hall - Providence 67-40
Feb. 6: Wisc.-Milwaukee - Oakland 66-60
Feb. 6: Butler - De Paul 65-83
Feb. 6: Bradley - Indiana St. 55-65
Feb. 6: Arizona St. - Stanford 53-52
Feb. 6: Illinois St. - N.Iowa 52-59
Feb. 6: St.John's - Creighton 50-75
Feb. 6: Pennsylvania - Cornell 49-60
Feb. 6: Arizona - California 46-65
Feb. 6: Dartmouth - Yale 46-60

Regular Season: Round 83

Feb. 7: Denver - ORU
Feb. 7: USC Upstate - Kennesaw St.
Feb. 7: Jacksonville - N.Florida
Feb. 7: W.Kentucky - Rice
Feb. 7: FIU - UTEP
Feb. 7: UAB - S.Mississippi
Feb. 7: ODU - Charlotte
Feb. 7: FGCU - Stetson
Feb. 7: Lipscomb - N.Kentucky
Feb. 7: Marshall - N.Texas
Feb. 7: Middle Tenn.St. - Louisiana Tech
Feb. 7: Connecticut - Memphis
Feb. 7: W.Virginia - Iowa St.
Feb. 7: Kent St. - Ohio
Feb. 7: Temple - Tulane
Feb. 7: Rider - Quinnipiac
Feb. 7: Massachusetts - La Salle
Feb. 7: St.Francis, NY - Wagner
Feb. 7: New Hampshire - UMBC
Feb. 7: Marist - Canisius
Feb. 7: Monmouth - Siena
Feb. 7: Bowling Green - Buffalo
Feb. 7: Ball St. - Toledo
Feb. 7: E.Tenn.St. - W.Carolina
Feb. 7: Colgate - American
Feb. 7: Loyola, MD - Lehigh
Feb. 7: Cleveland St. - Green Bay
Feb. 7: Valparaiso - Wright St.
Feb. 7: S.Carolina St. - Coppin St.
Feb. 7: New Orleans - Cent.Arkansas
Feb. 7: Kansas St. - Oklahoma
Feb. 7: Longwood - Gardner-Webb
Feb. 7: Idaho St. - Weber St.
Feb. 7: Loyola Mary - BYU
Feb. 7: Savannah St. - Morgan St.
Feb. 7: Jackson St. - Alcorn St.
Feb. 7: Army - Navy
Feb. 7: Houston Baptist - SF Austin
Feb. 7: Montana St. - E.Washington
Feb. 7: Santa Clara - Portland
Feb. 7: Tennessee St. - Morehead St.
Feb. 7: Lamar - Incarnate Word
Feb. 7: Cornell - Princeton
Feb. 7: Jacksonville St. - Tenn Tech
Feb. 7: St.Louis - Richmond
Feb. 7: Colorado St. - UNLV
Feb. 7: Charleston So. - High Point
Feb. 7: CS Fullerton - CS Northridge
Feb. 7: CSU Bakersfield - Grand Canyon
Feb. 7: Oklahoma St. - Kansas
Feb. 7: Fairfield - Niagara
Feb. 7: Bryant - Sacred Heart
Feb. 7: Troy - Appalachian St.
Feb. 7: McNeese St. - Nicholls St.
Feb. 7: VCU - Duquesne
Feb. 7: E.Michigan - Miami, OH
Feb. 7: Cent.Michigan - W.Michigan
Feb. 7: Beth.-Cookman - Delaware St.
Feb. 7: Robert Morris - Fair Dickinson
Feb. 7: Binghamton - Vermont
Feb. 7: Presbyterian - Radford
Feb. 7: Bucknell - Holy Cross
Feb. 7: SE Louisiana - Abil.Christian
Feb. 7: Texas A - Sam Houston St.
Feb. 7: Wofford - Samford
Feb. 7: Tulsa - Houston
Feb. 7: Georgia St. - S.Alabama
Feb. 7: UMKC - N.Mexico St.
Feb. 7: S.Utah - N.Colorado
Feb. 7: Howard - Norfolk St.
Feb. 7: Air Force - Wyoming
Feb. 7: Belmont - E.Kentucky
Feb. 7: Ark.-Pine Bluff - Alabama St.
Feb. 7: Grambling St. - Southern
Feb. 7: Seattle - Utah Valley St. JC
Feb. 7: Montana - Idaho
Feb. 7: Pepperdine - San Diego
Feb. 7: USF - Gonzaga
Feb. 7: Boise St. - San Diego St.
Feb. 7: Miss.Valley St. - Alabama A
Feb. 7: Murray St. - Austin Peay St.
Feb. 7: Akron - N.Illinois
Feb. 7: Brown - Dartmouth
Feb. 7: Yale - Harvard
Feb. 7: Prairie View A&M - Texas Southern
Feb. 7: Cincinnati - S.Florida
Feb. 7: Co.Carolina - Liberty
Feb. 7: Columbia - Pennsylvania
Feb. 7: Cal Poly - SLO - Hawaii
Feb. 7: St.Francis, PA - LIU Brooklyn
Feb. 7: Winthrop - NC-Asheville
Feb. 7: St.Joseph's, VT - NJIT
Feb. 7: Chicago St. - UTPA
Feb. 7: N.Arizona - N.Dakota
Feb. 7: N.C.Central - N.Carolina A
Feb. 7: N.Mexico - Utah St.
Feb. 7: Texas St. - UALR
Feb. 7: La-Monroe - Georgia South
Feb. 7: St.Mary's, CA - Pacific
Feb. 7: Mass.-Lowell - Albany
Feb. 7: SIU Edwardsville - Tenn-Martin
Feb. 7: Texas Arlington - La-Lafayette
Feb. 7: Mt.St.Marys - Cent.Conn.St.
Feb. 7: St.Peter's - Manhattan
Feb. 7: Greensboro - Mercer
Feb. 7: Lafayette - Boston U.
Feb. 7: SMU - Cent.Florida
Feb. 7: Ill.-Chicago - Youngstown St.
Feb. 7: Md-E Shore - Hampton
Feb. 7: E.Illinois - SE Missouri St.
Feb. 7: Cal-Irvine - Cal-Davis
Feb. 7: San Jose St. - Nevada
Feb. 7: Long Beach St. - Cal-Riverside


NCAA1 Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Kelsey MITCHELL
  Ohio St.
  (173-G-)
  Avg: 25.5
 1. Mitchell, Ohio St.25.5 
 2. Plum, Washington23.1 
 3. Powers, Michigan.22.0 
 4. Loyd, Notre Dame21.0 
 5. Davis, Baylor20.9 
 6. Davis, Georgia Tech20.6 
 7. Holmes, W.Virginia20.2 
 8. Alston, Ohio St.20.2 
 9. Hamby, Wake Forest20.1 
 10. Galdeira, Washin.20.0 
Rebounds Per Game
 Jillian ALLEYNE
  Oregon
  (190-F-)
  Avg: 15.4
 1. Alleyne, Oregon15.4 
 2. Powers, Michigan.12.2 
 3. Laney, Rutgers11.8 
 4. Zahui, Minnesota11.5 
 5. Imovbioh, Virginia11.0 
 6. Day, Syracuse10.8 
 7. Bays, Purdue10.7 
 8. Faleru, Mississippi10.6 
 9. Johnson, Stanford10.5 
 10. Enemkpali, Texas10.4 
Assists Per Game
 Niya JOHNSON
  Baylor
  (173-G-93)
  Avg: 8.6
 1. Johnson, Baylor8.6 
 2. Boyd, California7.6 
 3. Logic, Iowa7.3 
 4. Moody, Iowa St.7.0 
 5. Mullaney, Minnesota6.7 
 6. Jones, Texas A&M6.4 
 7. Wiese, Oregon St.6.0 
 8. Theriot, Nebraska5.2 
 9. Deary, Northwes.5.1 
 10. Stepney, W.Virgin.5.1 
Steals Per Game
 Lia GALDEIRA
  Washin.
  (180-G-)
  Avg: 3.5
 1. Galdeira, Washin.3.5 
 2. Davis, Rutgers3.5 
 3. Deary, Northwes.3.4 
 4. Prince, TCU3.0 
 5. Boyd, California3.0 
 6. Johnson, Oklahoma.3.0 
 7. Carter, Illinois2.9 
 8. Fields, UCLA2.7 
 9. Martin, Oklahoma.2.7 
 10. January, De Paul2.6 
Blocks Per Game
 Kiah STOKES
  Connecticut
  (190-C-93)
  Avg: 4.8
 1. Stokes, Connectic.4.8 
 2. Zahui, Minnesota3.9 
 3. Hart, Ohio St.3.8 
 4. Montgomery, W.Vir.3.7 
 5. Hamblin, Oregon S.3.6 
 6. Lewis, Kansas St.3.3 
 7. Day, Syracuse3.1 
 8. Williams, Duke3.0 
 9. Wignot, Pittsburgh2.8 
 10. Turner, Notre Dame2.6 


No. 21 Rutgers women beat No. 19 Nebraska 46-43 - by Eurobasket News

C. Vivian Stringer became the winningest coach in Big Ten history when Betnijah Laney (6'0'-F-93) had 16 points and 14 rebounds to help No. 21 Rutgers beat 19th-ranked Nebraska 46-43 on Thursday night. Stringer earned her 177th career Big Ten win, passing former Penn State coach Rene Portland for No. 1 on the conference's victory list. Stringer won 169 of those games when she was coaching at Iowa. Rutgers (17-5, 8-3 Big Ten) led 26-17 at the half before Nebraska (17-5, 7-4) closed to 28-26 with 14:33 left in the game. Then the Scarlet Knights took control scoring 10 of the next 12 points, including six by Tyler Scaife (5'9'-G-94). Her layup made it 38-28 with 9:22 left. Nebraska cut it to 44-41 with 31.8 left on a free throw by Tear'A Laudermill (5'9'-G-92). Betnijah Laney hit two free throws two seconds later to make it a five-point game and Nebraska couldn't close the gap.
Courtesy of: pressofatlanticcity.com


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Standings - B Superleague - by Eurobasket News

Superleague Standings
 1. Rostov 16-6 
 2. Ladoga SP 16-8 
 3. Kazanochka 13-9 
 4. Voronezh 13-9 
 5. Gloria Moscow 13-11 
 6. MBA-Dynamo 13-13 
 7. Samara 12-10 
 8. Neftyanik 9-15 
 9. Stavropol 5-17 
Folded
 1. Irtysh 4-16 

Regular Season: Round 26

Feb. 6: Gloria Moscow - Samara 74-73
Feb. 6: Voronezh - Kazanochka 63-71
Feb. 8: Ladoga SP - Neftyanik
Feb. 8: MBA-Dynamo - Irtysh


Superleague Stats Leaders - by Greg

Points Per Game
 Natalja GVOZDEVA
  Stavropol
  (188-C/F-77)
  Avg: 16.6
 1. Gvozdeva, Stavrop.16.6 
 2. Poluyanova, Samara14.5 
 3. Kharchenko, Rostov13.9 
 4. Sytnyak, MBA-D.13.6 
 5. Karelina, Ladoga SP13.5 
 6. Kaytukova, Rostov12.9 
 7. Stolyar, Rostov12.4 
 8. Litvinenko, Voron.12.2 
 9. Marchenkova, Glori.12.2 
 10. Ovcharenko, Sama.11.5 
Rebounds Per Game
 Olga KARELINA
  Ladoga SP
  (--)
  Avg: 9.5
 1. Karelina, Ladoga SP9.5 
 2. Gvozdeva, Stavrop.9.3 
 3. Troshina, Gloria M.8.3 
 4. Osipenko, Irtysh8.1 
 5. Kharchenko, Rostov8.0 
 6. Poluyanova, Samara7.8 
 7. Nikitina, Kazanoch.6.9 
 8. Matveeva, Nefty.6.9 
 9. Alekhina, Stavropol6.7 
 10. Pasechnik, Nefty.6.3 
Assists Per Game
 Maria KAYTUKOVA
  Rostov
  (173-F-92)
  Avg: 3.8
 1. Kaytukova, Rostov3.8 
 2. Kalashnikova, Irt.3.4 
 3. Burenkova, Ladoga3.0 
 4. Sizyakova, Kazan.2.9 
 5. Leshovceva, MBA-D.2.9 
 6. Pasynkova, Vorone.2.8 
 7. Kubynina, Gloria M.2.8 
 8. Stolyar, Rostov2.8 
 9. Kuznetsova, Stavr.2.8 
 10. Novoselceva, Stav.2.8 
Steals Per Game
 Maria KAYTUKOVA
  Rostov
  (173-F-92)
  Avg: 3
 1. Kaytukova, Rostov3.0 
 2. Burenkova, Ladoga3.0 
 3. Novoselceva, Stavr.2.6 
 4. Stolyar, Rostov2.5 
 5. Oksner, Samara2.3 
 6. Burenkova, Ladoga2.2 
 7. Sumets, Rostov2.2 
 8. Gvozdeva, Stavrop.2.1 
 9. Matveeva, Nefty.2.1 
 10. Sytnyak, MBA-D.2.0 
Blocks Per Game
 Natalja GVOZDEVA
  Stavropol
  (188-C/F-77)
  Avg: 2.1
 1. Gvozdeva, Stavrop.2.1 
 2. Garkavskaya, Voron.1.3 
 3. Nikitina, Kazanoch.1.2 
 4. Plotnikova, Kazan.0.9 
 5. Bratchikova, MBA-D.0.9 
 6. Sizyakova, Kazan.0.9 
 7. Kondrakova, Irtysh0.9 
 8. Karelina, Ladoga SP0.7 
 9. Shamanina, Kazan.0.7 
 10. Aksenova, MBA-D.0.7 


Superleague Round 25: MBA-Dynamo defeats Neftyanik in the closest game of the week - by Eurobasket News

Eighth-ranked Neftyanik (9-15) gave a tough game to fifth ranked MBA-Dynamo (13-13) in Moscow on Thursday. MBA-Dynamo managed to secure only three-point victory 59-56. However their fans expected easier game. MBA-Dynamo made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Neftyanik turnovers. Strangely Neftyanik outrebounded MBA-Dynamo 37-25 including 22 on the defensive glass. Ekaterina Sytnyak (184-82, agency: LBM Management) stepped up and scored 12 points and 5 rebounds (made all of her ten free throws !!!) for the winners and Anna Leshovceva (182-87) chipped in 12 points. At the losing side swingman Yana Matveeva (186-92) responded with 6 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. MBA-Dynamo moved-up to fourth place. Neftyanik lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 15 games lost. MBA-Dynamo are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Irtysh (#10) in Pavlograd in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Neftyanik will play on the road against the league's second-placed Ladoga SP in St.Petersburg and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Voronezh-SKIF (13-8) against sixth ranked Kazanochka (12-9) on Thursday night. Host Voronezh-SKIF was defeated by Kazanochka in Voronezh 70-59. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Voronezh-SKIF. Forward Olga Sizyakova (186-88) nailed 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Kseniya Kunakova accounted for 8 points and 7 rebounds. Swingman Ekaterina Nechepaeva (182-88) came up with 13 points and 5 rebounds for Voronezh-SKIF in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kazanochka moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Samara. Voronezh-SKIF at the other side keeps the third position with eight games lost. Kazanochka will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Voronezh-SKIF will play again at home against Kazanochka and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Samara (#4) was upset in Moscow by seventh ranked Gloria Moscow 64-59. Alexandra Marchenkova fired 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Gloria Moscow's coach Aleksey Filatov used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Olga Ovcharenko produced 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Gloria Moscow maintains seventh place with 12-11 record. Loser Samara dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Kazanochka. Gloria Moscow will again meet at home higher ranked Samara (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Samara will have a break next round.

In the last game of round 25 Neftyanik lost to MBA-Dynamo on the opponent's court 56-66.

Gloria Moscow - Samara 64-59

Samara (#4) was upset in Moscow by seventh ranked Gloria Moscow 64-59. Alexandra Marchenkova (183-94) fired 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Forward Anastasia Gavrilova (187-88) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Gloria Moscow's coach Aleksey Filatov used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Olga Ovcharenko (186-79) produced 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Kristina Shipunova (190-91) added 12 points respectively for lost side. Gloria Moscow maintains seventh place with 12-11 record. Loser Samara dropped to the fifth position with nine games lost. They share it with Kazanochka. Gloria Moscow will again meet at home higher ranked Samara (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Samara will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Gloria Moscow: A.Marchenkova 18+8reb, E.Klykova 16+4reb+1ast, A.Gavrilova 12+10reb+4ast, E.Petukhova 9+5reb+2ast, E.Troshina 6+10reb+3ast, T.Korovushkina 3+1reb+2ast
Samara: O.Ovcharenko 12+5reb+4ast, K.Shipunova 12+4reb+1ast, M.Bulanova 10+4reb+2ast, O.Omelchenko 8+1reb+1ast, D.Nazarova 4+7reb+5ast, O.Smirnova 4+3reb+1ast
gschID: 351085


Voronezh - Kazanochka 59-70

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Voronezh-SKIF (13-8) against sixth ranked Kazanochka (12-9) on Thursday night. Host Voronezh-SKIF was defeated by Kazanochka in Voronezh 70-59. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Voronezh-SKIF. Kazanochka dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Voronezh-SKIF's 30. Forward Olga Sizyakova (186-88) nailed 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and guard Kseniya Kunakova (168-92) accounted for 8 points and 7 rebounds. Swingman Ekaterina Nechepaeva (182-88) came up with 13 points and 5 rebounds and center Yuliya Garkavskaya (203-91) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Voronezh-SKIF in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kazanochka moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Samara. Voronezh-SKIF at the other side keeps the third position with eight games lost. Kazanochka will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Voronezh-SKIF will play again at home against Kazanochka and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kazanochka: O.Sizyakova 20+8reb+5ast, V.Plotnikova 14+1reb+2ast, M.Shamanina 9+2reb+1ast, K.Kunakova 8+7reb+3ast, V.Plohih 6+6reb+2ast, M.Nikitina 6+7reb
Voronezh: E.Nechepaeva 13+5reb+2ast, Y.Garkavskaya 12+5reb, G.Litvinenko 12+1reb, E.Pavlova 8+6reb+2ast, M.Korovkina 8+4reb+1ast, A.Pasynkova 4+3reb+3ast
gschID: 351084


MBA-Dynamo - Neftyanik 59-56

Eighth-ranked Neftyanik (9-15) gave a tough game to fifth ranked MBA-Dynamo (13-13) in Moscow on Thursday. MBA-Dynamo managed to secure only three-point victory 59-56. However their fans expected easier game. MBA-Dynamo made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Neftyanik turnovers. Strangely Neftyanik outrebounded MBA-Dynamo 37-25 including 22 on the defensive glass. Ekaterina Sytnyak (184-82, agency: LBM Management) stepped up and scored 12 points and 5 rebounds (made all of her ten free throws !!!) for the winners and Anna Leshovceva (182-87) chipped in 12 points. At the losing side swingman Yana Matveeva (186-92) responded with 6 points and 13 rebounds and Elena Elgina scored 14 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. MBA-Dynamo moved-up to fourth place. Neftyanik lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 15 games lost. MBA-Dynamo are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Irtysh (#10) in Pavlograd in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Neftyanik will play on the road against the league's second-placed Ladoga SP in St.Petersburg and is hoping to prove to their supporters that they can break losing series.
Top scorers:
MBA-Dynamo: A.Leshovceva 12+1reb+3ast, E.Sytnyak 12+5reb+1ast, A.Borovykh 11+4reb, E.Bratchikova 7+6reb, E.Ryabova 5+5reb, O.Aksenova 5+2reb+3ast
Neftyanik: E.Elgina 14+3reb+1ast, G.Lyashenko 13+4reb+1ast, E.Fedotova 8+6reb, M.Pasechnik 8+4reb+2ast, Y.Matveeva 6+13reb+3ast, A.Chursina 4+1reb
gschID: 351082


MBA-Dynamo - Neftyanik 66-56

Rather expected game in Moscow where 8th ranked Neftyanik (9-15) was defeated by fifth ranked MBA-Dynamo (13-13) 66-56 on Wednesday. MBA-Dynamo forced 26 Neftyanik turnovers. Ekaterina Sytnyak (184-82, agency: LBM Management) fired 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Anna Leshovceva (182-87) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Four MBA-Dynamo players scored in double figures. Swingman Yana Matveeva (186-92) produced 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Elena Fedotova (186-90) added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. MBA-Dynamo moved-up to fourth place. Neftyanik lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 15 games lost. MBA-Dynamo will meet at home bottom-ranked Irtysh (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Neftyanik will play against the league's second-placed Ladoga SP in St.Petersburg and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
MBA-Dynamo: A.Leshovceva 13+6reb+6ast, E.Sytnyak 13+8reb+4ast, O.Aksenova 11+4reb, E.Safonova 10+4reb+1ast, S.Gorshkova 7+5reb, E.Ryabova 6+2reb
Neftyanik: E.Elgina 11+4reb+1ast, E.Fedotova 11+5reb+1ast, Y.Matveeva 10+9reb+4ast, E.Kiryanova 6+3reb+1ast, M.Pasechnik 6+5reb+1ast, G.Lyashenko 3+2reb
gschID: 351080



Sizyakova number one in Russian Superleague for round 25 - by Eurobasket News

Forward Olga Sizyakova (186-F-88) had a very impressive game in the last round for Kazanochka, receiving a Eurobasket.com Superleague Player of the Week award for round 25.
The 26-year old player was the main contributor (20 points, eight rebounds and five assists) to her team's victory, helping them to beat Voronezh (13-9) 70-59. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. Kazanochka is placed at 3rd position in Russian Superleague. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Kazanochka will need more victories to improve their 13-9 record. It was one of impressive evenings for Sizyakova as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Olga Sizyakova has solid league stats. She is in league's top in assists (8th best: 2.8apg).

The second best player in last round's games was 32-year old Ekaterina Sytnyak (184-PF-82, agency: LBM Management) of MBA-Dynamo. Sytnyak had a very good evening with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course MBA-Dynamo cruised to a 66-56 relatively comfortable win over slightly lower-ranked Neftyanik (#8, 9-15). Despite this victory MBA-Dynamo slide down in the standings to 6th position. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 13-13 record is not bad and everything may still change. Sytnyak is a newcomer at MBA-Dynamo, but is already one of team's top players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 13.6ppg (#4). She also registered 5.8 boards per game.

Third on the list of top players last round was forward Alexandra Marchenkova (183-PF-94) of Gloria Moscow (#5). Marchenkova scored 18 points and grabbed eight rebounds. She was a key player of Gloria Moscow, leading her team to a 64-59 win against slightly lower-ranked Samara (#7, 12-10). Gloria Moscow needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 11 lost games. Marchenkova has a great season in Russia. After 18 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 11.8ppg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Ekaterina Klykova (170-G-87) of Gloria Moscow - 16 points and 4 rebounds
5. Anastasia Gavrilova (187-F-88) of Gloria Moscow - 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Anna Leshovceva (182-PF-87) of MBA-Dynamo - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists
7. Yana Matveeva (186-F/G-92) of Neftyanik - 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Yana Matveeva (186-F/G-92) of Neftyanik - 6 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Ekaterina Sytnyak (184-PF-82) of MBA-Dynamo - 12 points and 5 rebounds
10. Olga Aksenova (187-PF-96) of MBA-Dynamo - 11 points and 4 rebounds

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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Edinburgh University Triumph Over City Rivals Kats In Cup Final - by Eurobasket News

The final game of the Scottish Cup weekend ended as an all Edinburgh affair, as the Senior Women's Edinburgh University faced off against their neighbours, City of Edinburgh Kool Kats. The crowd were on their feet following the Under 18 Men's final and the senior women's game proved to be a thriller. The kool Kats opened up the scoring for the game, however Edinburgh University's, Shelia Dixon, took the first quarter into her own hands. Dixon scored the first 6 points for Edinburgh University and proved be a key role player. Edinburgh University took an early 9-1 lead but the Kats were not out by a long shot. The kool kats used their skill and height to work the ball inside, forcing Edinburgh University into foul trouble. Hannah Peacock (183-C-95) proved essential for the Kats on both ends of the court and number 4, Leanne Page, boosted the offensive efforts. The quarter finished 18-15 in favour of Edinburgh University. The second quarter proved to be a high scoring quarter. Right out of the gate Dixon scored a 3 pointer that boosted the Edinburgh University ladies into a 10 point lead. Lansbach also contributed to Dixons efforts, scoring 7 points within one and a half minutes, forcing a Kool Kats timeout. Edinburgh University competed with a high level of intensity at both ends of the court, pushing the lead to 31-19, with 5 minutes remaining in the second quarter. A time out followed Edinburgh University run quick scoring, but the Kats could not cool down the hot shooting of Edinburgh University. A pair of decisive 3 pointers boosted Edinburgh University's lead to 14, forcing the Kool Kats to panic. Despite a valiant effort from Hannah Peacock, the Kats trail 37-27. The game started back with Edinburgh University Sheila Dixon (178-G) don't leaving one to chance. City of Edinburgh pressure on defence started to make Uni's game slightly more difficult but Kool Kats offence wasn't spotless and allowed the Edinburgh University team to get a 9 point lead with 5min to go on the third. Katy Brown (177-PF-94) with her 3rd three pointer of the game got Edinburgh Uni ahead by 16 pts while Kats couldn't seem to recover. A Dori Lansbach lay-up for the Uni and two from the line for Kats courtesy of Emma Findlay (167-G-87) made it 59-41 to the students at the end of third quarter. The fourth quarter started at the same ferocious pace as the beginning of the game with Kats pushing to get back into the contest and Edinburgh University looking to hit them on the break. With the lead stretched out to 20 points with seven minutes left on the clock it looked ominous that Edinburgh University would easily come out on top of this cup final derby, however City of Edinburgh had other ideas. They kept themselves in the game through Peacock's persistence and an interception followed by a basket from Findlay brought the score to 65-55 with ninety seconds left on the clock. However it wasn't to be for City of Edinburgh as their city rivals Edinburgh University stretched their lead out to 70-59 through Cathy Mitchel and that is how the game ended as the Students lifted the 2015 Scottish Cup.
MVP Sheila Dixon - Edinburgh University

Courtesy of: basketballscotland.co.uk


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Standings - WKBL

WKBL Standings
 1. Woori Hansae 24-4 
 2. S-Birds 18-10 
 3. KB Stars 18-11 
 4. Bichumi 13-16 
 5. Hanabank 7-21 
 6. Winnus 5-23 

Regular Season: Round 29

Feb. 6: KB Stars - Bichumi 63-52
Feb. 5: S-Birds - Woori Hansae 51-71
Feb. 7: Hanabank - Winnus


WKBL Stats Leaders

Points Per Game
 Alyssa THOMAS
  Hanabank
  (188-F-92)
  Avg: 18.9
 1. Thomas, Hanabank18.9 
 2. Houston, Woori H.17.9 
 3. Christmas, S-Birds16.3 
 4. Currie, Bichumi15.7 
 5. Kim, S-Birds13.9 
 6. Stricklen, KB Stars13.8 
 7. Kim, Hanabank13.8 
 8. Baugh, KB Stars12.8 
 9. Breland, S-Birds12.6 
 10. Taylor, Winnus12.3 
Rebounds Per Game
 Alyssa THOMAS
  Hanabank
  (188-F-92)
  Avg: 10.7
 1. Thomas, Hanabank10.7 
 2. Christmas, S-Birds9.0 
 3. Baugh, KB Stars7.8 
 4. Houston, Woori H.7.4 
 5. Taylor, Winnus6.9 
 6. Breland, S-Birds6.8 
 7. Kim, S-Birds6.7 
 8. Goodlett, Woori H.6.6 
 9. Currie, Bichumi6.2 
 10. Sin, Winnus6.1 
Assists Per Game
 Yeonha BEON
  KB Stars
  (180-F-80)
  Avg: 4.2
 1. Beon, KB Stars4.2 
 2. Lee, Bichumi4.0 
 3. Thomas, Hanabank3.8 
 4. Choi, S-Birds3.6 
 5. Lim, Woori Hansae3.4 
 6. Lee, Winnus3.3 
 7. Hong, KB Stars2.8 
 8. Park, Woori Hansae2.8 
 9. Kim, S-Birds2.7 
 10. Lee, Woori Hansae2.6 
Steals Per Game
 Mi Sun LEE
  Bichumi
  (175-G-79)
  Avg: 1.7
 1. Lee, Bichumi1.7 
 2. Christmas, S-Birds1.4 
 3. Shin, Hanabank1.4 
 4. Beon, KB Stars1.4 
 5. Jeong, KB Stars1.4 
 6. Currie, Bichumi1.3 
 7. Hong, KB Stars1.2 
 8. Thomas, Hanabank1.2 
 9. Choi, S-Birds1.2 
 10. Kang, KB Stars1.2 
Blocks Per Game
 Jessica BRELAND
  S-Birds
  (190-F-88)
  Avg: 1.3
 1. Breland, S-Birds1.3 
 2. Taylor, Winnus1.3 
 3. Yang, Woori Hansae1.1 
 4. Houston, Woori H.1.1 
 5. Cain, Bichumi1.1 
 6. Currie, Bichumi1.0 
 7. Baugh, KB Stars0.9 
 8. Kim, S-Birds0.8 
 9. Thomas, Hanabank0.8 
 10. Stricklen, KB Sta.0.7 



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  SWEDEN  


Pikciute number one in Sweden for round 17 - by Eurobasket News

Lithuanian Forward Lina Pikciute (192-F-90, agency: Josep and Nicolas) put on an amazing game in the last round for second-ranked Umea, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 17.
The 24-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 14 rebounds, while her team beat Mark Basket (#6, 9-8) 84-70. Umea maintains the 2nd position in Swedish Damligan. Umea has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 15-1. It was one of impressive evenings for Pikciute as usually she does not deliver so high stats. Lina Pikciute averages this season 9.7ppg and 6.4rpg.

The second best player in last round's games was another Umea's star - 28-year old American Pamela Rosanio (178-G/F-86). Rosanio had a very good evening with 33 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Of course together with Pikciute she helped Umea with another comfortable win 84-70 over the lower-ranked Mark Basket (#6, 9-8) being unquestionably team leader. Umea's second position in the standings has not changed. Her team belongs to top of the standings with 15-1 record and is considered one of the main candidates for the league title. Rosanio is well-known at Umea and together with Lina Pikciute are proven team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 15.7ppg (#4).

Third on the list of top players last round was Oaks Patricia of Visby (#8). Patricia scored 20 points and grabbed thirteen rebounds (!!!). She was a key player of Visby, leading her team to a 80-79 win against the lower-ranked Solna Vikings (#12, 2-15). The chances of Visby ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 10 games, recording just seven victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Patricia could help Visby to bring them higher in the standings. Patricia has a great season in Sweden. After 16 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 14.5ppg (8th best) and rebounds with 8.6rpg (4th best). She also has 1.2bpg and FGP: 54.4%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Katarina Andersson (191-C-83) of Sallen - 15 points, 13 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Emily Correal (190-F-90) of Northland - 17 points and 12 rebounds
6. Line Goransson (182-F-95) of Solna Vikings - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
7. Katarina Milenkovic (182-G/F-91) of Solna Vikings - 23 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Tea Buzov (176-G-90) of Visby - 17 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Josefin Olheim (176-G-86) of Telge - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists
10. Jovana Vidakovic (172-PG-94) of Sallen - 13 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  TAIWAN  


Wang number one in Taiwan for round 3 - by Eurobasket News

Former international Power forward Li-Yun Wang (176-F/C-85) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Chunghua T., receiving a Asia-Basket.com Player of the Week award for round 3.
The 29-year old player had a double-double of 22 points and 15 rebounds, while her team beat Taipower (#4, 0-3), the league's bottom-ranked team 81-72. Chunghua T. maintains the 3rd position in Taiwanese WSBL. Chunghua T. is currently ranked second from the bottom. They need more victories to improve their 1-2 record. In the team's last game Wang had a remarkable 53.8% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at Chunghua T., through which she has constantly improved. Li-Yun Wang has solid league stats. She is in league's top in points (4th best: 12.3ppg) and rebounds (5th best: 7.0rpg).

The second best player in last round's games was 25-year old former international forward Ping-Chen Huang (178-F-89) of league's leader Cathay Life. Huang had a very good evening with 6 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Of course she led Cathay Life to another comfortable win 84-65 over Taiyuan T. (2-1) being unquestionably team leader. A very good start of the season for her team, which won so far all 3 games without any defeat. Huang is one of the most experienced players at Cathay Life and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third on the list of top players last round was former international center Pei-Chen Tsai (186-C-84) of league's second-best Taiyuan T.. Tsai scored 20 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Despite Tsai's great performance Taiyuan T. lost 65-84 to #1 ranked Cathay Life. But her team cannot count on just a single player as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Taiyuan T. needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 2 victories and 1 lost games. Tsai has a great season in Taiwan. After only 3 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 11.3ppg (8th best) and rebounds with 9.7rpg (2nd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Liu Chun-Yi (180-F/C-81) of Cathay Life - 17 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Chien-Hui Hsu (171-G/F-89) of Chunghua T. - 21 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Yi-Feng Chen (170-G-84) of Cathay Life - 16 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists
7. His-Yeh Liu (172-F-91) of Taiyuan T. - 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Chi-Wen Lin (186-C-83) of Taipower - 11 points and 5 rebounds
9. Yi-Lien Chiang (165-G-82) of Taiyuan T. - 7 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Yu-Chun Wei (176-G-92) of Taipower - 12 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists

The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)


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  TURKEY  

TBB2L Standings - by Eurobasket News

TKB2L Standings
Group A
 1. Gelistirenler 13-0 
 2. Bursa BSB 11-3 
 3. Istanbulgucu 9-4 
 4. Fenerbahce Koleji 9-5 
 5. Yalova Vip 5-8 
 6. Dinc 4-9 
 7. Tekirdag 2-11 
 8. Sakarya 0-13 
Group B
 1. Yakin Dogu 16-0 
 2. Mersin Basketbal 12-3 
 3. Koleji 10-5 
 4. Mersin Univ. 9-5 
 5. Mersin Kurtulus 9-7 
 6. Meski 7-8 
 7. Harran Univ. 3-12 
 8. Turk Telekom 2-14 
 9. Harranspor 1-15 
Group C
 1. Cankaya 12-1 
 2. Nevsehir Univ. 10-3 
 3. TED Ankara 9-4 
 4. 55 Genclik 7-6 
 5. Kastamonu 7-6 
 6. Nevsehir GHSIM 5-8 
 7. Elazig 3-10 
 8. Mepsan Spor 0-13 
Group D
 1. Urla Eda 14-1 
 2. Urla BLD 11-4 
 3. Edremit 10-5 
 4. Yildizlari 10-5 
 5. Anadolu Univ. 8-8 
 6. Izmir BSB 6-8 
 7. Alanya Bld 5-9 
 8. Denizli 2-13 
 9. Doga Kultur 1-14 

Regular Season: Round 18

A

Feb. 6: Fenerbahce Koleji - Bursa BSB 57-72
Feb. 7: Yakin Dogu - Dinc
Feb. 7: Gelistirenler - Tekirdag
Feb. 8: Harranspor - Sakarya

B

Feb. 6: Yakin Dogu - Turk Telekom 113-19
Feb. 7: Mersin Basketbal - Mersin Univ.
Feb. 8: Mersin Kurtulus - Harran Univ.
Feb. 8: Meski - Koleji

C

Feb. 7: Elazig - 55 Genclik
Feb. 7: Mepsan Spor - TED Ankara
Feb. 7: Nevsehir GHSIM - Nevsehir Univ.
Feb. 8: Kastamonu - Cankaya

D

Feb. 7: Yildizlari - Alanya Bld
Feb. 7: Edremit - Izmir BSB
Feb. 8: Urla Eda - Doga Kultur
Feb. 8: Denizli - Urla BLD


Fenerbahce signs Shavonte Zellous - by Eurobasket News

Fenerbahce Spor Kulubu (TKBL) signed 29-year old American guard Shavonte Zellous (178-70kg-86, college: Pittsburgh). Zellous managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. She played last summer at Indiana Fever (WNBA). In 39 games she had 11.4ppg, 2.8rpg and 1.9apg. She helped them to make it to the conference final after they ended regular season as second best team. The last season Zellous played at Galatasaray. In 35 games she recorded 13.3ppg, 3.3rpg and 2.5apg. She contributed to her team winning the league title (in both Turkish TKBL and Euroleague !!!) and the cup. A very impressive season as she was voted Eurobasket.com All-Turkish TKBL Guard of the Year, named to 1st Team and named to All-Imports Team. Zellous also played 19 games in Euroleague where she was fifth best scorer with remarkable 16.3ppg and averaged 4.3rpg, 2.1apg and 1.2spg. She contributed to her team winning the Euroleague championship.
The previous (12-13) season Zellous played at Mersin BSH Bld. In 26 games she recorded high stats: 22.4ppg, 5.6rpg and 3.0apg in 2012-13 season. She contributed to her team making it to the Turkish Cup Semifinals. Zellous also played 7 games in Eurocup where she was the best scorer with high stats: 20.0ppg and had 5.9rpg, 2.4apg and 1.9spg in 2012-13 season.
In 2009 she was drafted by Detroit Shock (WNBA) in first round (11th overall).
The former University of Pittsburgh staris in her sixth season in pro basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted All-Big East Conf. Most Improved Player of the Year back in 2007 at her college time.
Zellous is quite experienced player. She has played also professionally in Israel (Ramat Hasharon), Latvia (TTT Riga), WNBA (Tulsa Shock) and Turkey (Besiktas).

By Eurobasket Data Center

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  U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS  


College Round up - by David Edole

NATCHITOCHES, La. - Tierany Henderson drilled a three-pointer with 1:12 left to play, Brittney Matthew drained a triple of her own with 30 seconds on the clock and Porsha Roberts sealed the deal at the line to help the Stephen F. Austin women's basketball team outlast Northwestern State 69-61 on Thursday night in Prather Coliseum.
In a game filled with runs and momentum shifts, the trio of Ladyjack seniors were rock solid down the stretch. With the game tied at 59-59, back-to-back long balls off the hands of Henderson and Matthew all but iced the game. Murphy finished with eight points and five assists.
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Junior Te'Andra Richardson had eight points and nine rebounds to lead the YellowJackets to a 68-67 win over Concordia on Thursday night in Longview. The win gives LETU its second two-game winning streak of the season. The last time that LeTourneau defeated Concordia at home was on November 30, 2002. The YellowJackets (6-14, 4-11 ASC) used an aggressive man-to-man defense to fluster the Tornados and hold the visitors to 45% shooting from the field.
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#9 Eastern Arizona College Women's basketball defeated visiting Pima tonight 66-54. Lady Monsters improve to 15-1 in the ACCAC and 21-2 overall. Akia Frett seven points and three rebounds.


2-2 at FHSAA - by David Edole

Virgin Islands girls in the Florida State tournament went two and two Thursday night in basketball action. Gabby Mills had 12 rebounds, nine in the first half, and five steals as Land O' Lakes ran over, Central, 55-44, in a Class 5A region quarterfinal. Land O' Lakes (26-3) is trying to make a repeat trip to the state semifinals. They host Nature Coast on Tuesday in the region semis.

Aniquah Swan recorded 14 points and 10 rebounds as Seminole (21-6) held off Ocala West Port, 50-45, in Class 8A. West Port finished the season at 23-4 as the Seminoles get ready to host Flagler Palm Coast on Tuesday.

Freshman Nia Simmons had 11 points including eight straight points in the third quarter as Dixie Hollins (10-12) fell to Hillsborough, 55-35, in a Class 6A region quarterfinal. Hillsborough (25-2) led by 11 points at halftime and led comfortably the rest of the way.

In 7A, Niceville advances to the region semifinals with a win over St. Croix Native Jyn'Daya Richards and Lincoln (Tallahassee) 42-27.


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  UNITED KINGDOM  


The Friday focus 06 Feb - by Paul Nilsen



Great Britain U20 national team player Sarah Thomson (177-G-95) is ready to hit back this weekend with Team Northumbria.

The teenager is looking forward to helping her team-mates return to winning ways after going down in South Wales last Saturday to Cardiff Met Archers.

Northumbria look to have a challenge on their hands if they want to keep their third positon in the WBBL standings - starting with a home game tomorrow against Sevenoaks Suns.

'Last weekend's game was a great competitive one to play in, but unfortunately we came up short,' confessed Thomson.

'We slipped up on communication when we were playing defence a couple of times and this was our main downfall.

'However, credit is due to Cardiff and they really showed their offensive firepower and played a solid game.'

She continued, 'I am really excited for the Sevenoaks game tomorrow as we have been playing well together and training hard.

'We are ready to bounce back after last weekend.

'It will be a tough game as Sevenoaks are in good form, but I'm confident we will show up.'

The Glaswegian is also determined to enhance her own game and input during the second half of the campaign, having expressed contentment with things so far from a personal standpoint.

'The season is going well for me and it's a change from last year, so I am just trying to adjust to my new role and help the team as much as possible,' added Thomson.

'I just need to continue to work hard to ensure I'm always improving.'

The Northumbria and Sevenoaks match-up is one of four fixtures in the WBBL, with both of the title favourites in action.

It's top versus bottom when the still unbeaten Nottingham Wildcats head to the still winless Leeds Beckett University, while Westfield Health Sheffield hatters will have to continue in top gear at fourth placed Leicester Riders.

Perhaps the most intriguing meeting of the weekend will be on Sunday when Barking Abbey Crusaders entertain Manchester Mystics, knowing a win would boost their league record to 5-5 and also allow them to jump over their rivals

Enjoy the games!


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  WNBA  


Shock signs free agent Plenette Pierson - by Eurobasket News

The Tulsa Shock has signed veteran center/forward Plenette Pierson to a two-year contract with a team option on the second year, the WNBA team announced Wednesday.
An 11-year WNBA veteran, Pierson returns to the Shock after spending most of the previous five seasons with the New York Liberty. She was an unrestricted free agent.
'I have admired the growth and development of this franchise since leaving Tulsa in 2010,' she said in a release issued by the Shock. 'The coaching staff is dedicated to achieving new levels of success, and I look forward to bringing my championship experience to aid in that quest.' Pierson played on Shock championship teams in 2006 and 2008 when the franchise was in Detroit, and she played eight games after the team relocated to Tulsa in 2010 before she was traded to the Liberty in exchange for Tiffany Jackson-Jones.
She has career averages of 9.6 points and 4.3 rebounds. A native of Houston, Pierson played college basketball at Texas Tech and was the fourth overall selection in the 2003 WNBA draft by the Phoenix Mercury. 'She is a proven winner in the WNBA, and we are excited to have her back in Tulsa,' Shock coach Fred Williams said.
Courtesy of: tulsaworld.com


Tulsa Shock Sign Forward Karima Christmas - by Eurobasket News

The Tulsa Shock have signed guard/forward Christmas Karima (6'0'-G/F-89, college: Duke). As a restricted free agent, Christmas signed an offer sheet with Tulsa on Sunday and a multi-year contract on Thursday. Christmas originally signed with Tulsa as a free agent in 2011. In 2012, the Shock traded Christmas to the Indiana Fever in exchange for guard Hodges Roneeka (5'11'-G-82, agency: Josep and Nicolas, college: Florida St.). Christmas appeared in all 34 games for the Fever, averaging 6.9 points and 3.6 rebounds per game in 2014. "We are elated Karima signed her offer sheet with Tulsa," said Steve Swetoha, President of the Tulsa Shock. "She is now a member of the Tulsa Shock organization for the next several years. Karima fills a great need at the three position and she is going to be a wonderful addition to our team." "I am so happy to be back with the Tulsa Shock," said Christmas Karima, Tulsa Shock Forward. "Steve Swetoha and Coach Williams made me believe their vision for the organization. I am looking forward to helping the Shock have a great 2015 season." In 2013, Christmas appeared in all 34 games for Indiana, averaging career highs in points per game with 8.6, and rebounds per game with 4.1. "I'm very excited for the opportunity to coach Karima," said Fred Williams, Head Coach of the Tulsa Shock. "She can play multiple positions on the court and I'm excited about what she will bring to our franchise, both on and off the court." As a member of the 2012 WNBA Championship team, Christmas averaged 3.0 points and 2.7 rebounds in three games for the Fever.
Courtesy of: oursportscentral.com


McKenith is back at Minnesota Lynx, ex H.R. Le-Zion - by Eurobasket News

Minnesota Lynx signed 24-year old guard Nadirah McKenith (170-91, college: St.John's). It is actually her comeback to Minnesota Lynx as she played here before. McKenith played this season at H.R. Le-Zion in Israeli D1 league, but left the team in Dec.'14. In 8 games she had 12.6ppg, 4.1rpg, 4.1apg and 1.8spg. The last summer she played at Minnesota. But in 6 games she recorded just 1.3ppg and 1.0rpg. The last (2014) season McKenith played at Zamarat (LFB) in Spanish league. In 8 games she recorded 11.8ppg, 4.6rpg, 2.4apg and 1.4spg.
McKenith's team was regular season runner-up in WNBA Western Conference.
The previous (2013) summer she played at Washington. In 34 games she recorded only 2.7ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.1apg in 2013 season. She helped them to make it to the quarterfinals.
Two years ago McKenith was drafted by Washington Mystics (WNBA) in second round (17th overall).
She attended St.John's University and it will be her second season in pro basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted WBCA All-NCAA D1 Honorable Mention and All-Big East 1st Team in 2013 at her college time.

By Eurobasket Data Center

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Sun veteran Douglas hopes to be ready when the season opens - by Eurobasket News

Downtime is a precious commodity for many WNBA players. They arrive at training camp in the spring, play all summer, and then head overseas to play internationally. Katie Douglas (6'1'-G/F-79, college: Purdue) has spent the last several months on a break from basketball as she rehabilitates her back. The Connecticut Sun guard has been enjoying a more normal life and will be inducted into Purdue's Hall of Fame this April, something the school had wanted to do for some time but couldn't because of her overseas commitments. "It's been interesting, just kind of hanging out with family and friends and traveling," Douglas said during an informal meeting with the media on Thursday. "The downtime I've had has been fun and definitely something that I don't take for granted because I did all those years in Europe. It's been a nice change of pace for me to kind of play in the summer and then kind of wind it down and kind of chill; hibernate like a little bear in the winter. "Pack here. Re-pack. Travel here. Fly 15 hours (to get overseas). It's a constant grind (playing year round), and it's not only physical, it's also a mental grind. So it's kind of nice to be able to slow down and enjoy stuff." It's the second straight offseason that Douglas has spent home. She had lower lumbar microdiscectomy surgery in Oct. 2013 and played 32 games for the Sun last season, sitting out the final two games due to her back. She averaged 13.3 points and 32.5 minutes. Douglas, 35, has been rehabbing her back this offseason. "My back is still giving me some problems," Douglas said. "I'm just trying to work with my trainer here and back home and just trying to get (it) calmed down. It's still a little irritated from this summer. I'm doing everything I can to get healthy and hopefully be ready in time for the season." Connecticut has already dealt with one major injury as forward Chiney Ogwumike had microfracture surgery on her right knee on Jan. 22. The 2014 WNBA Rookie of the Year led the Sun last season in scoring (15.5) and rebounding (8.5) and was second in the WNBA in offensive rebounds (123). Ogwumike is expected to make a full recovery. Her status for this season is unknown because rehabilitation can last from six-to-nine months. "Our objective is not to push her to be ready," Connecticut general manager Chris Sienko said. "I want her to be completely comfortable and ready to go. I spoke with her two days ago and she's in typical Chiney spirits, always happy. She's not on any medications. She's very positive, she's doing well in rehab, and the doctors are saying really good things.'" Douglas said, "I was obviously shocked and devastated for Chiney for having that kind of injury that early in her career. (I let) her know that I was there for her whenever she needs somebody to talk with or whatever she needs." The Sun shored up their interior game last week when they acquired forward Camille Little and wing Shekinna Stricklen from the Seattle Storm for Renee Montgomery and the third and 15th overall picks in this year's draft. " (We get) two players that have a lot of experience," Douglas said. "It'll really help us experience-wise and talent-wise. "Our record didn't indicate it, but we were in a lot of close games last summer. We were playing with myself and then several rookies and some second year players. Having Camille and Shekinna, who've been in late games scenarios, will really help us."
Courtesy of: theday.com