Sydney Kings centre Ian Crosswhite (210-C-82, college: Oregon) produced one of the most proficient performances of the season to take out the National Basketball League Player of the Week for Round 14 of the iiNet NBL Championship.
It was a master class of efficient scoring and rebounding presence from the 210cm centre, contributing 27 points and 13 rebounds in the nail-biting 77-74 loss to the Melbourne Tigers at the Kingdome on Friday night.
Crosswhite matched his career-high of 27 points on the remarkable shooting of 11-of-12 from the field in what was the 30-year-old's best display of the season.
Tigers' star import Jonny Flynn had his best scoring night of the season, notching up 27 points, seven rebounds and five assists in the road win over Sydney.
Adris 2Hard2Guard' Deleon had a big weekend for the injury-hit Hawks on their two-game road trip, including 34 points, six assists and four rebounds in the one-point loss in New Zealand on Thursday night.
Wildcats' Shawn Redhage (26 points on 9-of-14 shooting and seven rebounds) and Townsville guard Gary Ervin (26 points on 8-of-14 shooting and four assists) were among the other leading NBL Player of the Week contenders.
Big V Diamond V.E. - Waverley F. 90-100 Very expected game in Greensborough where 9th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (5-11) were defeated by second ranked Waverley Falcons (13-4) 100-90 on Sunday. Waverley Falcons looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Diamond Valley Eagles were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. American forward Desmond Simmons (198-92, college: St.Mary's, CA) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 12 rebounds for the winn... [read more]
Very expected game in Greensborough where 9th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (5-11) were defeated by second ranked Waverley Falcons (13-4) 100-90 on Sunday. Waverley Falcons looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Diamond Valley Eagles were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. American forward Desmond Simmons (198-92, college: St.Mary's, CA) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and forward Chris Arkell (198-90) chipped in 24 points. American guard Raanthony Sanders (190, college: Pensacola JC) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and the other American import forward Brandon Conley (198, college: ORU) scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Diamond Valley Eagles' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Waverley Falcons keep a position of League leader. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles keep the ninth place with 11 games lost. Waverley Falcons will face Whittlesea City (#12) in Mill Park in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Casey C. and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Diamond V.E.: R.Sanders 21+12reb+2ast, M.Reynolds 19+3reb+5ast, B.Conley 17+6reb+4ast, G.Page 13+2reb+2ast, J.Dirkx 8+4reb, M.Lee 3+3reb+4ast Waverley F.: D.Simmons 30+12reb, C.Arkell 24+4reb+2ast, M.Harper 14+9reb+4ast, J.Reardon 13+5reb+9ast, T.Liesting 8+1reb, B.Kelleher 5+1reb+7ast
Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Eltham Wildcats (11-4) defeated at home 8th ranked Magic (5-9) 90-74 on Sunday. Eltham Wildcats shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Guard Justin Aver (190-89) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners and Benjamin Waldren chipped in 17 points and 9 rebounds. Jack Barry (-94) responded with 18 points, 7 assists and 4 steals and Luke Sist scored 16 points and 9 rebounds. Five Eltham Wildcats and four Magic players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eltham Wildcats maintains fourth place in League with 11-4 record. Loser Magic keeps the eighth position with nine games lost. Eltham Wildcats will face Stingrays (#11) in Geelong in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Magic will play at home against the league's second-placed Knox Raiders and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hawthorn M.: J.Barry 18+3reb+7ast, L.Sist 16+9reb, K.Smith 14+6reb+4ast, A.Bogart-King 13+3reb+3ast, J.Morrison 5+2reb+3ast, C.Dent 4+1ast Eltham W.: J.Aver 22+5reb+12ast, B.Waldren 17+9reb+2ast, C.Cameron 16+3reb+3ast, J.Malvaso 15+2reb+2ast, S.Grant 11+7reb+3ast, J.Canovan 9+3reb+1ast
Not a big story in a game in Tullamarine where 10th ranked Hume City Broncos (5-11) were defeated by seventh ranked McKinnon C. (7-7) 99-84 on Sunday. McKinnon C. outrebounded Hume City Broncos 48-31 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Naturalized Croatian forward Ivan Platenik (201-83, college: Alaska-Anch.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and American forward Dillon Stith (200-92, college: St.Vincent) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Five McKinnon C. players scored in double figures. McKinnon C.'s coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American guard Mike Rose (193-87, college: E.Kentucky) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and forward Luke Egan (200-74, college: E.Washington) scored 26 points and 9 rebounds. McKinnon C. maintains seventh place in League with 7-7 record. Loser Hume City Broncos keep the tenth position with 11 games lost. McKinnon C. will face higher ranked Devils (#5) in Werribee in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hume City Broncos will play at home against Ringwood Hawks (#3) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hume City: L.Egan 26+9reb, M.Rose 22+11reb+3ast, L.Jeka 14+4reb+5ast, S.Prendergast 7+2ast, D. Lual 5+1ast, J.Schafer 3 McKinnon C.: I.Platenik 22+10reb+1ast, D.Stith 21+8reb+1ast, D.Walker 15+7reb+3ast, M.Cody 12+2reb+1ast, A.Dench 11+2reb+3ast, N.Mueller 9+4reb
Everything went according to plan when sixth ranked Casey C. (8-7) beat at home 12th ranked Whittlesea City (1-14) 98-81 on Sunday. Casey C. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Whittlesea City's 32. Casey C. forced 22 Whittlesea City turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Whittlesea City's players. American forward Raheem Lemons (196-93, college: Central State) stepped up and scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and guard Michael McInnes (189-90) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. Four Casey C. players scored in double figures. Dominic Bruno responded with 37 points (!!!) and Jonathan Maybank scored 21 points and 5 steals. Newly promoted Casey C. maintains sixth place in League with 8-7 record. Loser Whittlesea City keeps the twelfth position with 14 games lost. Casey C. will face higher ranked Devils (#5) in Werribee in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Whittlesea City will play at home against the league's leader Waverley Falcons (#1) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Whittlesea City: D.Bruno 37+3reb+3ast, J.Maybank 21+4reb+2ast, A.Zeverona 11+3reb+5ast, E.Potts-Broughton 6+10reb+2ast, T. Andersen 2+1reb, D.Van Lunenburg 2+6reb Casey C.: R.Lemons 26+7reb+6ast, M.McInnes 26+3reb+4ast, D.Johnson 14+3reb+1ast, B.Hobba 10+6reb+2ast, B.Louis 9+6reb+9ast, C.Polk 6+7reb+3ast
Leading Ringwood Hawks (12-4) recorded its fourth loss in Heathmont. Hosts were defeated by third ranked Knox Raiders (12-4) 85-80. It was a key game for the second position in League. Knox Raiders made 19-of-25 charity shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Forward Dylan Hare (193-93) nailed 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Adrian Tomada accounted for 20 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Matthew Snowball came up with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and center Trevor Latham (203) added 13 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Ringwood Hawks in the defeat. Four Knox Raiders and five Ringwood Hawks players scored in double figures. Knox Raiders moved-up to second place in League. Knox Raiders will play against Stingrays (#11) in Geelong in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ringwood Hawks will play on the road against Hume City Broncos (#10) in Tullamarine and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Ringwood H.: J.Gibson 16+5reb+3ast, M.Snowball 15+5reb+5ast, T.Latham 13+10reb+1ast, M.McCahey 12+8reb+3ast, M.Fennell 10+7reb+3ast, S.Clarke 8+6reb+2ast Knox R.: D.Hare 24+6reb+5ast, A.Tomada 20+10reb+3ast, A.Thoseby 14+7reb+1ast, C.Kaba 10+4reb+1ast, L.Carroll 8+1reb+1ast, N.Stamatopoulos 5+1reb
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Waverley Falcons as it allowed them to take a leadership position in League. Waverley Falcons defeated 6th ranked Casey C. in Mount Waverley 87-76. American forward Desmond Simmons (198-92, college: St.Mary's, CA) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and guard Jason Reardon (189-83) chipped in 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Waverley Falcons' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Mitch Chapman (187-85) responded with 20 points and 4 assists and guard Benjamin Louis (192-88, college: JMU) scored 11 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Five Casey C. players scored in double figures. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Newly promoted Casey C. keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. Casey C. will play next round against Devils trying to get back on the winning streak. Waverley Falcons will try to continue on its current victory against twelfth ranked Whittlesea City in Mill Park. Top scorers: Casey C.: M.Chapman 20+4reb+4ast, C.Polk 12+10reb, R.Lemons 11+5reb+2ast, B.Louis 11+9reb+4ast, D.Johnson 10+4reb+1ast, M.McInnes 9+1reb+2ast Waverley F.: D.Simmons 25+10reb+3ast, J.Reardon 22+11reb+4ast, C.Arkell 18+6reb+4ast, M.Harper 7+6reb, B.Kelleher 6+2reb+2ast, D.Neville 4+4reb+1ast
There was no surprise in Werribee where 11th ranked Stingrays (4-10) were outplayed by fifth ranked Devils (9-7) 88-52 on Saturday. Devils maintains fifth place in League with 9-7 record. Loser Stingrays keep the eleventh position with ten games lost. Devils will face Casey C. (#6) in the next round. Stingrays will play against the league's second-placed Knox Raiders (#2) in Wantirna South and hope to win that game.
There was a small surprise in Flinders Park where eighth ranked Woodville Warriors (5-8) won against 6th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (8-5) 90-81 on Sunday. Woodville Warriors had a 38-27 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Darren Ng (189-83) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and center Daniel Carlin (206-93, college: Westmont) chipped in 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Woodville Warriors' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-92, college: Boise St.) responded with 30 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Mike Nwelue (196-93, college: Drury) scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Woodville Warriors maintains eighth place in League with 5-8 record. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers dropped to the third position with five games lost. Woodville Warriors will face higher ranked Norwood Flames (#4) in Marden in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will play on the road against West Adelaide Bearcats in Woodville and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Southern T.: A.Drmic 30+9reb+2ast, M.Nwelue 15+8reb+3ast, D.Jones 12+8reb+3ast, B.Ficken 10+5reb+3ast, J.Dodman 4+5reb+1ast, R.Linton 4+2reb+2ast Woodville W.: D.Ng 28+12reb+4ast, D.Carlin 19+11reb+1ast, L.Stanbridge 16+5reb+5ast, C.Clausen 8+5reb+3ast, A.Miller 7+7reb+2ast, D.McKee 6+2reb+5ast
Rather expected game in Park Holme where 7th ranked South Adelaide Panthers (6-7) were defeated by fifth ranked Norwood Flames (8-5) 93-75 on Sunday. Norwood Flames had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. South Adelaide Panthers were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Matthew Lycett (194-90) stepped up and scored 26 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and American forward Jerrell Sanders (198, college: Ferris St.) chipped in 20 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Norwood Flames players scored in double figures. Forward Caleb Davis (206-95, college: Saginaw Valley) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds and American guard Eian Davis (185-90, college: Albertus Magnus) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Norwood Flames moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser South Adelaide Panthers keep the seventh position with seven games lost. Norwood Flames will face Woodville Warriors (#8) in Flinders Park in the next round. South Adelaide Panthers will play at home against the league's second-placed Forestville Eagles and hope to win that game. Top scorers: S.Adelaide P.: C.Davis 15+6reb+3ast, E.Davis 13+6reb+2ast, J.Reid 9+6reb+1ast, A.Brown 8+2ast, K.Ciabattoni 7+1reb+2ast, C.Myles 5+4reb+2ast Norwood F.: M.Lycett 26+6reb+3ast, J.Sanders 20+6reb+7ast, K.Smith 13+4reb+7ast, D.Webber 11+10reb+4ast, A.Webber 11+4reb+1ast, M.Long 4+5reb
Very predictable result in Gawler where third ranked Forestville Eagles (9-4) smashed 9th ranked Central District Lions (2-10) 101-71 on Sunday. Forestville Eagles forced 22 Central District Lions turnovers. Central District Lions were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Forward John Mawut (198) stepped up and scored 35 points (!!!) for the winners and American guard Jake Rios (188-86, college: Georgia Coll.) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. American forward Ricardo Martin (203-92, college: Lander) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and forward Monyjath Makoi (202-96) scored 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four Central District Lions players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Forestville Eagles moved-up to second place in League. Loser Central District Lions keep the ninth position with ten games lost. Forestville Eagles will face South Adelaide Panthers (#7) in Park Holme in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Central District Lions will play on the road against the league's leader North Adelaide Rockets in Greenacres and hope to win that game. Top scorers: C.District L.: J.Centenera 13+1reb, R.Martin 12+14reb, M.Makoi 11+9reb+2ast, N.Larkins 10+2reb+3ast, K.Sapwell 8+1reb+1ast, A. Cunningham 4+3reb Forestville E.: J.Mawut 35+4reb+1ast, J.Rios 17+4reb+6ast, A.Garrett 10+13reb+1ast, B.Haydon 9+7reb+6ast, S.Wright 8+5reb, M.Morphett 8+1reb+1ast
Not a big story in a game in Morphett Vale where 9th ranked Central District Lions (2-10) were rolled over by sixth ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (8-5) 101-71 on Saturday. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers forced 23 Central District Lions turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 54 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Noarlunga City Southern Tigers made 41 blocks. The former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-92, college: Boise St.) stepped up and scored 21 points, 7 assists and 6 steals for the winners and American forward Mike Nwelue (196-93, college: Drury) chipped in 15 points and 12 assists (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!). Four Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward Ricardo Martin (203-92, college: Lander) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 assists and Koen Sapwell scored 14 points. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers moved-up to third place in League. Loser Central District Lions keep the ninth position with ten games lost. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will face West Adelaide Bearcats (#5) in Woodville in the next round. Central District Lions will play on the road against the league's leader North Adelaide Rockets (#1) in Greenacres and hope to win that game. Top scorers: C.District L.: R.Martin 20+2reb+12ast, K.Sapwell 14+3reb+1ast, T.Hoffmann 9+1reb+2ast, B.Nathan 7+1reb+6ast, J.Centenera 7+2reb+2ast, N.Larkins 7+1reb+4ast Southern T.: A.Drmic 21+7ast, M.Nwelue 15+12ast, D.Jones 14+3reb+6ast, B.Ficken 13+4reb+6ast, R.Linton 8+2reb+3ast, J.Dodman 8+1reb+3ast
Everything could happen in Park Holme at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked South Adelaide Panthers and 8th ranked Woodville Warriors had identical 5-7 record. This time South Adelaide Panthers used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Flinders Park 76-65 on Saturday night. South Adelaide Panthers forced 19 Woodville Warriors turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 46 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when South Adelaide Panthers made 35 blocks. American guard Eian Davis (185-90, college: Albertus Magnus) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 12 assists and 6 steals for the winners and forward Caleb Davis (206-95, college: Saginaw Valley) chipped in 7 points and 11 assists. Forward Luke Stanbridge (192-90) responded with 26 points and 6 assists and center Daniel Carlin (206-93, college: Westmont) scored 7 points and 10 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. South Adelaide Panthers maintains seventh place in League with 6-7 record. Loser Woodville Warriors keep the eighth position with eight games lost. South Adelaide Panthers will face league's second-placed Forestville Eagles in Goodwood in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Woodville Warriors will play on the road against Norwood Flames (#4) in Marden and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Woodville W.: L.Stanbridge 26+4reb+6ast, D.Ng 9+6ast, S.Richardson 7+2reb, D.Carlin 7+3reb+10ast, C.Clausen 5+2reb+8ast, J.Maiorana 4+1reb+3ast S.Adelaide P.: E.Davis 34+3reb+12ast, J.Reid 10+1reb+5ast, C.Davis 7+2reb+11ast, B.Regester 7+2reb+1ast, K.Ciabattoni 6+1reb+1ast, J. Hoppo 4+3reb+8ast
Important game to mention about took place in Woodville. Fifth ranked Norwood Flames (8-5) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging second-ranked West Adelaide Bearcats (8-5) 79-76 in the game for the fourth place. Norwood Flames looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Norwood Flames made 25 blocks. Guard Matthew Lycett (194-90) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 assists for the winners and American guard Kellen Smith (185-93, college: Saginaw Valley) chipped in 22 points and 6 steals. American guard Dee Oldham (193-94, college: Chattanooga) responded with 15 points and 7 assists and the other American import forward Harold Ridgeway (203, college: Midland) scored 13 points and 6 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Norwood Flames moved-up to fourth place in League. Norwood Flames will face Woodville Warriors (#8) in Flinders Park in the next round. West Adelaide Bearcats will play at home against Noarlunga City Southern Tigers and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: W.Adelaide B.: D.Oldham 15+3reb+7ast, J.West 15+3reb+2ast, T.Kubank 14+2reb+5ast, H.Ridgeway 13+3reb+6ast, T.Braithwaite 9+2reb+1ast, P.Thomas 7+4reb+11ast Norwood F.: K.Smith 22+1reb+2ast, M.Lycett 16+1reb+13ast, D.Webber 15+3reb+6ast, J.Sanders 12+4reb+7ast, A.Webber 6+1reb+5ast, E. Steele 5+1reb+1ast
There was no surprise in Goodwood where 10th ranked Eastern Mavericks (1-11) were outplayed by third ranked Forestville Eagles (9-4) 97-76 on Saturday. Forestville Eagles forced 37 Eastern Mavericks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 50 assists comparing to just 36 passes made by Eastern Mavericks' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Forestville Eagles made 29 blocks. Sudanese forward Majok Deng (208-93, college: La-Monroe) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 14 assists for the winners and American forward Antonio Garrett (198, college: Idaho Coll.) chipped in 19 points and 13 assists. Four Forestville Eagles players scored in double figures. Devon Mcgee responded with 17 points and 6 assists and guard Lachlan Barker (179-96) scored 18 points and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Forestville Eagles moved-up to second place in League. Loser Eastern Mavericks keep the tenth position with 11 games lost. Forestville Eagles will face South Adelaide Panthers (#7) in Park Holme in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Eastern Mavericks will play on the road against Sturt Sabres in Pasadena and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Eastern M.: L.Barker 18+2reb+4ast, D.Mcgee 17+3reb+6ast, M.Hundley 11+5reb+5ast, M.Stock 9+3reb+3ast, D.Shorne 8+2reb+5ast, T.Cioffi 6+2reb+3ast Forestville E.: M.Deng 26+1reb+14ast, A.Garrett 19+2reb+13ast, J.Mawut 15+4reb+6ast, B.Haydon 10+2ast, C.Newland 10+1reb+1ast, M.Harris 5+5reb+1ast
No shocking result in a game in Greenacres where first ranked North Adelaide Rockets (10-3) won against 4th placed Sturt Sabres (7-6) 93-86 on Saturday. North Adelaide Rockets forced 19 Sturt Sabres turnovers and outrebounded them 49-30 including a 20-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Alexander Starling (198-89, college: Beth.-Cookman) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 15 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import guard Aric Miller (190-90, college: Armstr.Atlantic) chipped in 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Jacob Rigoni (198-98) responded with 27 points and 9 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and naturalized Greek power forward Max Calligeros (197-92) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Four Sturt Sabres players scored in double figures. Sturt Sabres' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. North Adelaide Rockets maintains first place in League with 10-3 record. Loser Sturt Sabres dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. North Adelaide Rockets will face Central District Lions (#9) in Gawler in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sturt Sabres will play at home against Eastern Mavericks and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Sturt S.: J.Rigoni 27+9reb+2ast, M.Calligeros 16+6reb+1ast, J.Turnbull 13+1reb+1ast, H.Burns 12+3ast, H.Reemst 9+1reb+1ast, C.McMath 5+5reb+3ast N.Adelaide R.: A.Starling 27+15reb+3ast, A.Miller 21+5reb+4ast, B.Jonnek 13+5reb, R.Harding 9+5reb+2ast, L.Mapunda 9+5reb+4ast, J.Wernham 6+3reb+1ast
Very expected game in Mt. Barker where 10th ranked Eastern Mavericks (1-11) were crushed by first ranked North Adelaide Rockets (10-3) 108-80 on Sunday. North Adelaide Rockets dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Eastern Mavericks' 40. North Adelaide Rockets forced 23 Eastern Mavericks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American guard Aric Miller (190-90, college: Armstr.Atlantic) stepped up and scored 28 points for the winners and his fellow American import forward Alexander Starling (198-89, college: Beth.-Cookman) chipped in 21 points and 4 assists. Guard Lachlan Barker (179-96) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds and American center Michael Hundley (206-93, college: Ashland) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks. Five North Adelaide Rockets and four Eastern Mavericks players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. North Adelaide Rockets maintains first place in League with 10-3 record. Loser Eastern Mavericks keep the tenth position with 11 games lost. North Adelaide Rockets will face Central District Lions (#9) in Gawler in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Eastern Mavericks will play on the road against Sturt Sabres in Pasadena and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Eastern M.: L.Barker 16+7reb+1ast, S.Vozzo 13+1reb, T.Cioffi 12+3reb+2ast, M.Hundley 12+11reb+1ast, D.Mcgee 9+3reb, R.Aktanarowicz 8+3reb+2ast N.Adelaide R.: A.Miller 28+3reb+3ast, A.Starling 21+1reb+4ast, B.Jonnek 20+1reb+3ast, L.Mapunda 13+5reb+5ast, J.Wernham 10+8reb, R.Harding 7+3reb+3ast
Quite upsetting was Sturt Sabres' 22-point home defeat in a game versus West Adelaide Bearcats who smashed hosts . They outrebounded Sturt Sabres 42-30 including 29 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was American guard Dee Oldham (193-94, college: Chattanooga) who scored 31 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!). Guard Patrick Thomas (190, college: Mary) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Five West Adelaide Bearcats players scored in double figures. Guard Sam Daly (193-95, college: Chaminade) produced 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Jacob Rigoni (198-98) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Sturt Sabres' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Despite that victory West Adelaide Bearcats went down to fifth position (League) due to points difference. Sturt Sabres at the other side dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. West Adelaide Bearcats will meet at home higher ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sturt Sabres will play against Eastern Mavericks and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sturt S.: S.Daly 20+6reb+5ast, J.Rigoni 14+6reb+1ast, M.Calligeros 8+5reb, J.Turnbull 6+1reb, J.Warbout 5+6reb+2ast, C.McMath 3+1reb+1ast W.Adelaide B.: D.Oldham 31+6reb+2ast, P.Thomas 14+12reb+5ast, J.West 14+5reb+1ast, T.Kubank 12+5reb+2ast, H.Ridgeway 10+6reb, A.Spadavecchia 3+2reb+1ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked South West Metro Pirates' (5-4) road victory over 8th ranked Logan T. (4-6) 92-91 on Saturday. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Logan T. won third quarter 29-26. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Logan T. 39-24 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. American forward Tanner McGrew (203-93, college: W.Virg.Wesl., agency: Duran International) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international power forward Daniel Kickert (208-83, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 19 points and 10 rebounds. Swingman Michael Cedar (190-86) responded with 18 points and 7 assists and swingman Samuel Johns (193-95) scored 18 points and 4 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. South West Metro Pirates moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Logan T. keeps the eighth position with six games lost. South West Metro Pirates will face Rockhampton Rockets (#9) at home in the next round. Logan T. will play against Rockhampton Rockets and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Logan T.: S.Johns 18+4reb+4ast, M.Cedar 18+3reb+7ast, T.Ammar 15+1reb+1ast, S.Carroll 15+2reb+4ast, K.Post 10+6reb+2ast, C.Salecich 9+1reb+4ast SW Metro P.: T.McGrew 25+11reb+5ast, D.Kickert 19+10reb+3ast, V.Williams Jr. 18+5reb+3ast, J.Allen 17+6reb+1ast, R.Vines 11+3reb+5ast, J.Bairstow 2
Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Ipswich Force (3-7) was edged on the road by fifth ranked Sunshine CR (6-1) 98-96 on Saturday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. The game without a history. Sunshine CR led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Sunshine CR outrebounded Ipswich Force 37-24 including 25 on the defensive glass. Ipswich Force was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Isaih Tueta (187-91) stepped up and scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and power forward Joshua Tueta (202-89, college: MSU-Northern) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds. American guard James Legan (190-87, college: E.Carolina, agency: Court Side) responded with 37 points (!!!) (on 15-of-19 shooting from the field) and the other American import forward Kyle Harvey (196-91, college: Williams Baptist) scored 18 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sunshine CR moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Ipswich Force dropped to the tenth position with seven games lost. Sunshine CR will face Toowoomba Mountaineers (#14) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ipswich Force will play against Brisbane Capitals (#3) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Ipswich F.: J.Legan 37+2reb+2ast, K.Harvey 18+7reb, J.Ralph 14+5reb+2ast, J.Derksen 14+2reb+2ast, A.Bior 8+6reb+1ast, L.Shelley 3 Sunshine CR: I.Tueta 24+5reb+7ast, J.Tueta 21+5reb+2ast, L.Hurdle 18+6reb+1ast, Z.Meehl 13+3reb+4ast, R.Sutton 10+4reb+1ast, Z.Meehl 5+1reb
Everything went according to plan when third ranked Brisbane Capitals (7-1) beat on the road 14th ranked Toowoomba Mountaineers (1-8) 72-65 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 6 points at the halftime before their 40-27 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Brisbane Capitals forced 28 Toowoomba Mountaineers turnovers. American point guard Aaron Anderson (178, college: N.Dakota) stepped up and scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and naturalized New Zealand swingman Zac Carter (203-89) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Four Brisbane Capitals players scored in double figures. Forward Manylok Malek (201-94) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 22 rebounds and American guard Jalil Abdul-Bassit (193, college: Oregon) scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Brisbane Capitals maintains third place in League with 7-1 record having 2 victories less than leader Mackay M. Loser Toowoomba Mountaineers keep the fourteenth position with eight games lost. Brisbane Capitals will face Ipswich Force (#10) in Booval in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Toowoomba Mountaineers will play on the road against Maroochydore Clippers (#12) in Cotton Tree and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Toowoomba M.: M.Malek 21+22reb, J.Abdul-Bassit 20+6reb+1ast, P.Aleer 9+7reb, J.Washington 7+3reb+9ast, M.Nolen 5+1reb, J.Seaby 2+1reb Brisbane C.: A.Anderson 23+5reb+5ast, Z.Carter 16+8reb+2ast, P.Onwas 11+7reb+2ast, D.Rychart 10+10reb+1ast, C.Lam 5+2reb+1ast, J.Davis 4+7reb
There was no surprise when 13th ranked Gladstone Port City Power (1-6) was defeated on the road by first ranked Mackay Meteors (9-1) 100-93 on Saturday. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 35-23. But Gladstone Port City Power won second period 30-27. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Mackay Meteors made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Guard Shaun Bruce (190-91) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 9 rebounds and 14 assists for the winners and the former international forward Lucas Walker (202-84, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). American guard Ray Willis (198-89, college: N.C.Central, agency: HMS) responded with 39 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 8 assists and the other American import forward Willie Shackleford (198-85, college: Martin Methodist) scored 11 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Mackay Meteors maintains first place in League with 9-1 record. Loser Gladstone Port City Power keeps the thirteenth position with six games lost. Mackay Meteors will face league's second-placed Cairns Marlins at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Top scorers: Gladstone P.: R.Willis 39+7reb+8ast, R.Lawyer 18+1reb, W.Shackleford 11+8reb+6ast, N.Musters 11+3reb+3ast, T.Allen 5+2reb, D.Owen 5+2reb+1ast Mackay M.: L.Walker 23+6reb+3ast, L.Blicavs 21+4reb, S.Bruce 19+9reb+14ast, C.Tragardh 17+3reb+4ast, M.Gamblin 7+1reb, B.Rasmussen 6+3reb+1ast
No shocking result in a game when second ranked Cairns Marlins (8-2) won against at home 10th ranked Rollers (3-7) 99-85 on Saturday. Cairns Marlins forced 20 Rollers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Point guard Damon Heuir (191-91, college: S.Utah) stepped up and scored 32 points and 4 assists for the winners and swingman Tevin Jackson (201-94, college: McNeese St.) chipped in 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Cairns Marlins' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward Torrey Craig (198-90, college: USC Upstate) responded with 32 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import swingman Devon Sullivan (201-86, college: S.Connecticut) scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cairns Marlins maintains second place in League with 8-2 record behind leader Mackay M. Loser Rollers dropped to the eleventh position with seven games lost. Cairns Marlins will face league's leader Mackay Meteors on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rollers will play against Rockhampton Rockets (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Gold Coast R.: T.Craig 32+8reb+5ast, T.Green 14+3reb+1ast, D.Vale 13+4reb+4ast, J.Patton Croker 10+4reb+3ast, D.Sullivan 9+12reb+2ast, S.McGregor 5+1reb+2ast Cairns M.: D.Heuir 32+3reb+4ast, A.Fisher 19+10reb+2ast, T.Jackson 17+10reb+6ast, A.Bin Tahal 11+3reb+1ast, A.Loughton 7+5reb, J.Weeks 7+3reb+14ast
Very expected game when 12th ranked Maroochydore Clippers (2-6) were defeated on the road by seventh ranked Brisbane Spartans (5-5) 87-80 on Sunday. Brisbane Spartans outrebounded Maroochydore Clippers 48-36 including 16 on the offensive glass. The former international center Tom Jervis (211-87, college: Troy) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and swingman Glenn Scott (194-85) chipped in 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). American guard Breland Hogan (185, college: Grand Valley St.) responded with 27 points and 6 rebounds and guard Matthew Kenyon (195-98) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Brisbane Spartans maintains seventh place in League with 5-5 record. Loser Maroochydore Clippers keep the twelfth position with six games lost. Brisbane Spartans will face higher ranked Sunshine CR (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Maroochydore Clippers will play against Toowoomba Mountaineers (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Suncoast PC: B.Hogan 27+6reb+2ast, T.Fullarton 14+2reb+2ast, J.Hill 14+8reb+2ast, M.Kenyon 11+13reb+5ast, C.Massingale 8+6reb+1ast, M.Donaldson 4+1ast Brisbane S.: G.Scott 23+8reb, T.Jervis 19+12reb+2ast, B.Volkman 16+10reb+3ast, D.McDowell-White 11+1reb+2ast, W.McDowell-White 8+11reb+7ast, M.Philp 6+2reb+5ast
There was a surprise result in Hermit Park where tenth ranked Rollers (3-7) edged 4th placed Townsville Heat (6-3) 80-78 on Friday. The guests trailed by 7 points after three quarters before their 28-19 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Rollers forced 22 Townsville Heat turnovers. American forward Torrey Craig (198-90, college: USC Upstate) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals for the winners and swingman Dwayne Vale (193-85) chipped in 21 points. American power forward Justin Baker (203-89, college: Utah Valley) responded with 25 points and 9 rebounds and the former international swingman Peter Crawford (193-79) scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Townsville Heat's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Rollers went down to eleventh position (League) due to points difference. Loser Townsville Heat dropped to the fifth place with three games lost. Rollers will face higher ranked Rockhampton Rockets (#9) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Townsville Heat will play against the league's second-placed Cairns Marlins (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Townsville H.: J.Baker 25+9reb+2ast, P.Crawford 19+7reb+5ast, J.Anderson 12+3reb+1ast, M.Rees 8+4reb+4ast, K.Tudehope 6+4reb+3ast, J.Spiers 4+1reb Gold Coast R.: T.Craig 21+11reb+7ast, D.Vale 21+3reb, T.Green 15+4reb+2ast, J.Patton Croker 10+1reb+1ast, A.Darragh 6+3reb+3ast, D.Sullivan 5+6reb+4ast
Not a big story in a game in Willetton where 10th ranked Flames (8-12) were rolled over by second ranked Tigers (15-3) 89-70 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Tigers. Flames was better in third quarter 26-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Flames were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. American swingman Jay Bowie (196-92, college: Marist) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals for the winners and guard Damien Scott (190-92) chipped in 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. American forward Vincent Zollo (206-92, college: Cleveland St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds and the other American import forward Donovon Jack (206-93, college: Penn St.) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tigers maintains second place in League with 15-3 record having just fourteen point less than leader Mackay M. Loser Flames keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Tigers will face league's leader Buccaneers in Wonthella in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Flames will play on the road against Slammers (#6) in Bunbury and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Rockingham F.: V.Zollo 23+16reb+2ast, D.Jack 16+11reb, M.Honey 11+3reb+2ast, R.Godfrey 8+3reb+3ast, B.Samuelson 5+2reb+4ast, J.Beard 3+1ast Willetton T.: J.Bowie 23+12reb+7ast, D.Scott 20+6reb+5ast, K.Armour 11+6reb+3ast, N.Cody 10+4reb, L.Jackson 6+2reb+1ast, M.Collins 6+4reb
Everything went according to plan in Mandurah where fourth ranked Redbacks (12-6) outscored 14th ranked Magic (2-17) 95-74 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Redbacks. Magic was better in fourth quarter 23-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Redbacks forced 19 Magic turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. American power forward Lee Roberts (201-87, college: Findlay, OH) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and power forward Michael Vigor (206-90) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Four Redbacks players scored in double figures. American guard Will McNeill (185-90, college: Washburn) responded with 40 points (!!!) (on 16-of-21 shooting from the field) and the other American import forward Taylor Mullenax (200-86, college: St.Edward's) scored 8 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Redbacks maintains fourth place in League with 12-6 record. Loser Magic keeps the fourteenth position with 17 games lost. Redbacks will face Cougars (#5) in Hamilton Hill in the next round. Magic will play at home against Hawks (#8) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Mandurah M.: W.McNeill 40+4reb+2ast, T.Mullenax 8+6reb, A.Bowman 8+2reb+1ast, D.Ballantyne 5+4reb+1ast, C.Curtis 5+1ast, C.Simpson 3+2reb Perth R.: B.Smith 18+1reb+1ast, L.Roberts 17+11reb+3ast, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 13+1reb, M.Nelson 13+3reb+5ast, M.Vigor 12+7reb+3ast, D.Mawein 8+1reb
There was no surprise in Hamilton Hill where 11th ranked Eagles (7-13) were edged by sixth ranked Cougars (11-8) 102-100 on Sunday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Cougars looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Jalen Billups (198-92, college: N.Kentucky, agency: Haylett Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and swingman Gavin Field (202-89, college: W.Georgia) chipped in 26 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Mason Bragg (182-93) responded with 23 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and American center Kevin Davis (206-91, college: Cent.Washington) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cougars moved-up to fifth place in League. Loser Eagles keep the eleventh position with 13 games lost. Cougars will face higher ranked Redbacks (#4) in Northbridge in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Eagles will play at home against the league's leader Buccaneers (#1) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: East Perth E.: M.Bragg 23+6reb+6ast, D.Williamson 23+3reb+2ast, K.Davis 16+12reb+3ast, K.Anthony 15+3reb, J.Tupaea 8+5reb+6ast, C.Easley 7+8reb+2ast Cockburn C.: J.Billups 26+14reb+4ast, G.Field 26+12reb+2ast, L.Cummings 21+3ast, S.Chan 15+7reb+8ast, R.Della Maddalena 8+4reb+1ast, J.Holmes 4+2reb+1ast
There was a small surprise in Kalgoorlie where twelfth ranked Giants (6-11) won against 9th ranked Lightning (8-11) 83-73 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 7 points at the halftime before their 49-32 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Giants made 7 blocks. American power forward Jacob Holmen (202-91, college: N.Texas) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks for the winners and guard Brandon Holloway (183-93) chipped in 21 points and 7 assists. Giants' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward James Padgett (203-91, college: Maryland) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 16 rebounds and the other American import guard Devon Atkinson (185, college: Morehead St.) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Giants maintains twelfth place in League with 6-11 record. Loser Lightning keeps the ninth position with 11 games lost. Giants will face higher ranked Stirling S. (#7) in Perth in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Lakeside L.: J.Padgett 24+16reb+3ast, C.Shervill 19+6reb, D.Atkinson 10+11reb+7ast, R.Mackenzie 10+7reb+2ast, D.Morgan 5+5reb+1ast, T.Parkinson 5+4reb Goldfields G.: J.Holmen 23+10reb+5ast, B.Holloway 21+3reb+7ast, M.Tierney 10+2reb+2ast, A.Atem 10+9reb, J.Pillard 8+5reb+5ast, L.Pike 5+4reb+2ast
There was an upset in Bunbury where higher ranked Slammers (10-6) were edged by thirteenth ranked Suns (6-16) 91-88 on Saturday. The guests trailed by 9 points after first quarter, but they rallied back and won the game by 3 points. Suns made 26-of-31 free shots (83.9 percent) during the game. American guard Courtney Belger (187-89, college: Quincy) stepped up and scored 30 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and Billy Grey chipped in 9 points and 11 rebounds. Suns' coach Michael Clarke allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Naturalized American power forward Clive Weeden (206-87, college: Dartmouth) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and American-Irish forward Brian Voelkel (198-92, college: Vermont, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) scored 6 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. Suns maintains thirteenth place in League with 6-16 record. Loser Slammers dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. Suns will face league's second-placed Tigers in Willetton in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: SW Slammers: C.Weeden 30+12reb+1ast, M.Lay 21+4reb+3ast, T.Nichols 18+2reb+4ast, C.Douglas 8+4reb+1ast, B.Voelkel 6+17reb+6ast, B.England 3 Kalamunda E.S.: C.Belger 30+5reb+7ast, R.Brandenberg 12+2reb+1ast, R.Blanchett 11+4reb, K.Horn 9+2reb, B.Grey 9+11reb+1ast, J.Lewis 7+1reb+1ast
Rather predictable result in Wonthella where first ranked Buccaneers (16-2) smashed 3rd placed Wanneroo (13-6) 92-67 on Saturday. The game without a history. Buccaneers led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Buccaneers forced 19 Wanneroo turnovers and outrebounded them 49-38 including a 32-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American forward Dwayne Benjamin (201-93, college: Oregon) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 11 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and his fellow American import forward Maurice Barrow (196-92, college: Fairfield) chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Buccaneers players scored in double figures. The former international guard Reece Maxwell (186-90) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized Greek guard Trian Iliadis (190-89, college: ODU) scored 8 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Buccaneers maintains first place in League with 16-2 record. Loser Wanneroo keeps the third position with six games lost. Buccaneers will face league's second-placed Tigers in Willetton in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Wanneroo will play on the road against Lightning in North Lake and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Joondalup Wolves: R.Wright 14+3reb, R.Maxwell 12+7reb, R.Huntington 8+5reb+1ast, T.Iliadis 8+6reb+4ast, S.Salinas 7+3reb+1ast, S.Easther 5+4reb+1ast Geraldton B.: D.Benjamin 35+11reb+6ast, A.Ralph 13+5reb+2ast, M.Barrow 10+8reb+5ast, M.Wundenberg 10+10reb+2ast, J.Hussey 8+8reb+6ast, M.Hancock 8+3reb+3ast
Not a big story in a game in Morley where 11th ranked Eagles (7-13) were edged by fifth ranked Slammers (10-6) 92-90 on Friday. Eagles were trailing by 2 points at halftime but managed to get 5-point lead after three quarters before a 23-16 charge of Slammers, which allowed them to win the game. American-Irish forward Brian Voelkel (198-92, college: Vermont, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 18 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and American guard Tre Nichols (180-89, college: Boise St., agency: SDJ Sports) chipped in 26 points and 6 rebounds. American center Kevin Davis (206-91, college: Cent.Washington) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import power forward Corey Easley (206-83, college: Minn.St.-Mankato) scored 21 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Eagles' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Slammers went down to sixth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Eagles keep the eleventh place with 13 games lost. Slammers will face Flames (#10) in Rockingham in the next round. Eagles will play at home against the league's leader Buccaneers and hope to win that game. Top scorers: East Perth E.: K.Davis 22+13reb+3ast, C.Easley 21+8reb+2ast, D.Williamson 21+2reb+6ast, J.Tupaea 10+4reb+7ast, M.Bragg 7+3reb+4ast, C.Bonnar 3+1reb SW Slammers: T.Nichols 26+6reb+3ast, B.Voelkel 17+18reb+9ast, C.Douglas 16+1reb, M.Lay 14+1reb+5ast, C.Weeden 9+5reb+1ast, T.Puot 8+2reb+1ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with ninth ranked Stirling S.'s (8-9) road victory over 10th ranked Flames (8-12) 66-64 on Friday. The guests trailed by 1 point after three quarters before their 16-13 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Stirling S. dominated on the defensive end, holding Flames to just 7 points in third quarter. The former international forward Cody Ellis (203-90, college: St.Louis) stepped up and scored 21 points and 5 assists for the winners and power forward Ashley Litterick (202) chipped in 7 points and 5 rebounds. Stirling S.'s coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American forward Donovon Jack (206-93, college: Penn St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Ryan Godfrey (187-90, college: W.Georgia) scored 16 points and 5 assists. Stirling S. moved-up to seventh place in League. Loser Flames keep the tenth position with 12 games lost. Stirling S. will face Giants (#12) in Kalgoorlie in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Flames will play on the road against Slammers in Bunbury and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Rockingham F.: D.Jack 19+11reb+4ast, R.Godfrey 16+1reb+5ast, V.Zollo 11+10reb, J.Beard 7+2reb+2ast, K.Beard 5+1reb+2ast, B.Samuelson 3+2reb+5ast Stirling S.: C.Ellis 21+3reb+5ast, A.Litterick 7+5reb+2ast, A.Bruton 7, J.Throns 6+6reb+1ast, C.Wroe 6+5reb+3ast, R.Vague 6+6reb
There was an upset in Floreat where higher ranked Cougars (11-8) were defeated by tenth ranked Hawks (8-10) 94-77 on Friday. The hosts trailed by 2 points after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 16-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 94-77. Hawks made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Hawks outrebounded Cougars 48-37 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Matthew Adekponya (194-90) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American center Brian Carlwell (211-87, college: San Diego St.) chipped in 17 points and 12 rebounds. Five Hawks players scored in double figures. Swingman Gavin Field (202-89, college: W.Georgia) responded with 14 points and 8 rebounds and guard Seva Chan (187-94) scored 17 points and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Hawks moved-up to eighth place in League. Loser Cougars dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. Hawks will face Magic (#14) in Mandurah in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Cougars will play on the road against Redbacks (#4) in Northbridge and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Cockburn C.: J.Billups 19+2reb+1ast, S.Chan 17+2reb+5ast, G.Field 14+8reb+3ast, D.Thomas 8+2reb+3ast, R.Della Maddalena 6+10reb+2ast, L.Cummings 4+2reb+1ast Perry Lakes H.: M.Adekponya 25+10reb+6ast, B.Carlwell 17+12reb+1ast, B.Purser 12+10reb+1ast, R.Waters 11+3reb+2ast, B.Cole-Heath 11+3reb+1ast, R.Smith 10+1ast
No shocking result in a game in Wendouree where second ranked Ballarat Miners (11-5) outleveled 7th ranked Canberra Gunners (1-14) 104-70 on Saturday. Ballarat Miners dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Canberra Gunners' 34 and had 24 for 34 from the free-throw line, while Canberra Gunners only scored six points from the stripe. They outrebounded Canberra Gunners 52-34 including a 37-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Ballarat Miners looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American guard Davon Usher (198-92, college: Delaware) stepped up and scored 24 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import forward Marvin King-Davis (201-93, college: Delaware) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Four Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Center Ben Allen (211-86, college: St.Mary's, CA) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Daniel Joyce (194-87) scored 17 points and 5 assists. Canberra Gunners' coach already knew that his team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Ballarat Miners maintains second place in League with 11-5 record having just eight point less than leader Mackay M. Loser Canberra Gunners keep the seventh position with 14 games lost. Ballarat Miners will face league's leader Mount Gambier Pioneers in Mt Gambier in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Canberra Gunners will play at home against the league's leader Spectres (#1) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Canberra G.: B.Doran 17+3reb+2ast, D.Joyce 17+3reb+5ast, B.Allen 15+14reb+6ast, J.Toohey 6+3reb, I.Morison 5+2reb, R.Kaye 3+1reb+1ast Ballarat M.: D.Usher 24+5reb+2ast, M.King-Davis 22+8reb+1ast, P.Hooley 13+6reb+7ast, C.Moller 11+10reb+2ast, L.Henry 9+5reb+5ast, S.Short 8+6reb+3ast
A very interesting game took place in Cheltenham. It ended with only three-point defeat on the road of leader Spectres (13-4) to fifth ranked Sabres (7-9) 96-93 on Saturday evening. Strangely Spectres outrebounded Sabres 37-25 including a 14-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. American forward Jerry Evans (203-90, college: Nevada) orchestrated the victory by scoring 32 points and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import forward Ethan ODay (206, college: Vermont) contributed with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Power forward Simon Conn (206-83, college: Gardner-Webb) answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds and American center Dain Swetalla (206-86, college: Augustana, IL) added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Spectres. Five Spectres players scored in double figures. Sabres maintains fifth place in League with 7-9 record. Spectres at the other side still keep top position with four games lost. Sabres' next round opponent will be Bandits (#5) in Albury. Spectres will play on the road against Canberra Gunners (#7) in Belconnen and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Nunawading S.: S.Conn 24+14reb+2ast, D.Swetalla 19+5reb+5ast, M.O'Hea 15+3reb+1ast, S.McDonald 12+4reb+8ast, T.Wright 11+2reb+2ast, A.Steel 9+4reb Sandringham S.: J.Evans 32+7reb, E.O'Day 25+10reb+1ast, J.Batish 11+1ast, I.Hadziomerovic 10+6reb+7ast, A.Macdonald 9+3ast, N.Crosswell 9+2reb+10ast
There was an upset when 3rd placed Bendigo Braves (9-8) were defeated at home by seventh ranked Frankston Blues (5-12) 97-85 on Saturday. American forward Alex Francis (198-91, college: Bryant, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) stepped up and scored 23 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import forward Nate Buss (206-92, college: N.Iowa) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. Five Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. American power forward CJ Aiken (206-90, college: St.Joseph's) responded with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 18 rebounds and point guard Adam Doyle (176-91) scored 16 points and 6 assists. Frankston Blues maintains seventh place in League with 5-12 record. Loser Bendigo Braves keep the third position with eight games lost. Frankston Blues will face higher ranked Tigers (#6) in Melbourne in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bendigo Braves will play on the road against Dandenong Rangers and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bendigo B.: C.Aiken 34+18reb+1ast, A.Doyle 16+4reb+6ast, D.Starks 13+4reb+5ast, M.Andronicos 9+3reb, C.Adkins 5+1ast, D.Hansen 3+1reb Frankston: A.Francis 23+8reb+2ast, T.Dyson 17+4reb+1ast, N.Buss 16+8reb+3ast, J.Macaulay 14+5reb+4ast, B.Lewis 13+7reb+7ast, T.Smith-Milner 11+8reb+2ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked NW Tasmania Thunder's (8-8) home victory over 5th ranked Bandits (8-8) 89-86 on Saturday. American forward Jeremiah Ingram (201-93, college: N.C.Central) stepped up and scored 24 points and 5 assists for the winners and power forward Chudier Pal (205-91, college: NC-Asheville) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. American forward TJ Robinson (203-89, college: Long Beach St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 17 rebounds and point guard Deba George (183-85) scored 26 points and 8 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. NW Tasmania Thunder maintains fourth place in League with 8-8 record. NW Tasmania Thunder will face Geelong Supercats (#4) at home in the next round. Bandits will play against Kilsyth Cobras and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Albury W.B.: D.George 26+4reb+8ast, T.Robinson 26+17reb+1ast, D.Harding 10+7reb, J.Terrell 10+2reb, M.Newton 7+9reb+1ast, S.Dearborn 5+1reb NW Tasmania: J.Ingram 24+4reb+5ast, C.Pal 19+7reb+1ast, D.Sepokas 13+6reb+2ast, B.Armstrong 12+1reb, B.Richmond 7+12reb+1ast, J.Chilcott 4+2reb+5ast
There was a minor upset in Melbourne where 6th ranked Tigers (3-12) were rolled over by sixth ranked Kilsyth Cobras (7-10) 88-66 on Saturday. Kilsyth Cobras dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers' 32. Forward Chris Patton (208-91, college: Cal-Riverside) stepped up and scored 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and the former international guard Daniel Dillon (193-86, college: Arizona) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds. Four Kilsyth Cobras players scored in double figures. Kilsyth Cobras' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Tom Wilson (196-97, college: SMU) responded with 21 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Ari Stewart (200-90, college: USC) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Kilsyth Cobras maintains sixth place in League with 7-10 record which they share with defeated Tigers. Loser Tigers keep the sixth position with 12 games lost. Kilsyth Cobras will face higher ranked Bandits (#5) in Albury in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Melbourne T.: T.Wilson 21+9reb+1ast, A.Stewart 20+7reb+1ast, D.Corletto 11+6reb+1ast, N.Tomlinson 4+2reb+8ast, B.Dixon 4+3reb, S.Sykes 4+2reb+1ast Kilsyth C.: C.Patton 19+7reb+2ast, D.Dillon 15+8reb+3ast, T.Naqqash 14+3reb+1ast, A.MacMillan 11+7reb, B.O'Wili 8+2reb+1ast, O.Odigie 8+4reb+3ast
There was a small surprise in Seaford where seventh ranked Frankston Blues (5-12) beat 7th ranked Canberra Gunners (1-14) 82-72 on Friday. The game without a history. Frankston Blues led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Canberra Gunners' 28. American forward Alex Francis (198-91, college: Bryant, agency: Pro Partner Sports Management) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 20 rebounds for the winners and naturalized American swingman Bennie Lewis (203-87, college: Benedict) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Lewis attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Four Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. Center Ben Allen (211-86, college: St.Mary's, CA) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Daniel Joyce (194-87) scored 24 points and 4 assists. Frankston Blues maintains seventh place in League with 5-12 record which they share with defeated Canberra Gunners. Loser Canberra Gunners keep the seventh position with 14 games lost. Frankston Blues will face higher ranked Tigers (#6) in Melbourne in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Canberra G.: D.Joyce 24+1reb+4ast, B.Allen 16+16reb+4ast, B.Doran 13+6reb, J.Toohey 6+3reb+4ast, G.Morison 6+6reb, B.Kearins 5+2reb Frankston: B.Lewis 22+8reb+3ast, A.Francis 21+20reb+1ast, N.Buss 16+5reb+4ast, T.Dyson 10+2reb+2ast, J.Macaulay 7+4reb+4ast, T.Lloyd 6+1reb
There was no surprise in Hobart where 5th ranked Bandits (8-8) were outplayed by second ranked Chargers (10-5) 113-83 on Friday. The game without a history. Chargers led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. American swingman Robert Heyer (190, college: Boise St.) stepped up and scored 23 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners and naturalized British forward Lewis Thomas (203-92, college: W.Oregon) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. Chargers' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American forward TJ Robinson (203-89, college: Long Beach St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 16 rebounds and New Zealand forward Mitchell Newton (200-95) scored 13 points. Five Chargers and four Bandits players scored in double figures. Chargers maintains second place in League with 10-5 record having just six point less than leader Mackay M. Loser Bandits keep the fifth position with eight games lost. Chargers will face Geelong Supercats (#4) at home in the next round. Bandits will play against Kilsyth Cobras and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Albury W.B.: T.Robinson 26+16reb+2ast, J.Terrell 16+2reb, M.Newton 13+4reb+1ast, S.Dearborn 11+4reb, D.Harding 8+3reb+1ast, D.George 5+4reb+7ast Hobart C.: R.Heyer 23+4reb+1ast, T.Garlepp 17+4reb+3ast, C.Whitehead 16+1reb+2ast, M.Muo 16+7reb+1ast, L.Thomas 15+9reb+1ast, T.Masunda 15+2ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers' (13-2) home victory over second-ranked Geelong Supercats (10-6) 104-94 on Friday. The game was mostly controlled by Mount Gambier Pioneers. Geelong Supercats was better in third quarter 19-6. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Mount Gambier Pioneers made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Geelong Supercats turnovers. Mount Gambier Pioneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Geelong Supercats were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. American forward Daniel Alexander (206-91, college: Grand Canyon, agency: Haylett Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and guard Erik Burdon (190-85) chipped in 27 points and 4 steals (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Four Mount Gambier Pioneers players scored in double figures. American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193, college: Sam Houston St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international swingman Nathan Herbert (192-84) scored 25 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Geelong Supercats' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mount Gambier Pioneers maintains first place in League with 13-2 record. Loser Geelong Supercats dropped to the fourth position with six games lost. Mount Gambier Pioneers will face league's second-placed Ballarat Miners in Wendouree in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Geelong Supercats will play on the road against NW Tasmania Thunder in Ulverstone and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Geelong S.: D.Gatlin 29+13reb+5ast, N.Herbert 25+9reb+6ast, M.Hicks 18+11reb+1ast, A.Cannan 6+2reb, J.Medved 5, E.Gaff 5+1ast Mt Gambier: E.Burdon 27+1reb+2ast, D.Alexander 21+11reb, T.Daly 18+2reb+8ast, J.Madgen 11+2reb+1ast, B.Hill 8+3reb+5ast, K.DeWit 6+4reb+3ast
Rather expected game in Alexandria where 3rd placed Spiders (9-7) were defeated by first ranked Sydney City Comets (12-1) 104-94 on Saturday. Sydney City Comets forced 26 Spiders turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Spiders were plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Reece Craigie (188) stepped up and scored 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and forward Christian Jurlina (196, college: Whitworth) chipped in 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Kulvir Grewal responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and Daniel Moser scored 24 points and 9 rebounds. Five Sydney City Comets and four Spiders players scored in double figures. Sydney City Comets maintains first place in League with 12-1 record. Loser Spiders dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. Sydney City Comets will face Newcastle Hunters (#10) in Broadmeadow in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Spiders will play at home against Maitland Mustangs (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Hornsby S.: D.Moser 24+9reb+2ast, K.Grewal 20+11reb+5ast, J.Chapman 20+8reb+3ast, P.Emery 13+5reb+4ast, D.Emery 7+2reb+4ast, N.Cleur 5+3reb+5ast Sydney Comets: R.Craigie 26+7reb+1ast, W.McPhee 17+2reb+3ast, I.Faithfull 13+1reb+4ast, C.Jurlina 13+7reb+4ast, S.Hyman 11+7reb+4ast, A.Overs 11+4reb+3ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with ninth ranked Hawks' (5-9) home victory over 10th ranked Newcastle Hunters (2-13) 93-91 on Saturday. Jarrod Sorenson stepped up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 17 rebounds for the winners and point guard Lachlan Dent (184-0) chipped in 22 points and 4 assists. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. Jacob Foy responded with 29 points and 9 rebounds and Joel Rauch scored 26 points and 6 rebounds. Hawks maintains ninth place in League with 5-9 record. Loser Newcastle Hunters keep the tenth position with 13 games lost. Hawks will face higher ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (#4) in Crows Nest in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Newcastle Hunters will play at home against the league's leader Sydney City Comets (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Newcastle H.: J.Foy 29+9reb+1ast, J.Rauch 26+6reb+1ast, J.Dorricott 16+2reb+5ast, D.Suttle 9+6reb+1ast, J.Rauch 7+1reb, B.Hawkesley 2+9reb Illawarra H.: L.Dent 22+4reb+4ast, S.Mullan 21+6reb+1ast, J.Sorenson 12+17reb+1ast, B.O'Brien 10+3reb+5ast, K.Ward 8+1reb+2ast, P.Lancaster 7+1reb
Not a big story in a game in Terrigal where 8th ranked Crusaders (7-7) were defeated by sixth ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (9-6) 83-68 on Saturday. Norths Soul Sports Bears had a 34-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. Crusaders were plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Forward Dan Trist (206-92, college: Lafayette) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and power forward Josh Garlepp (203-89) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). American forward Mitchell Rueter (198, college: Cent.Arkansas) responded with 18 points and 4 steals and forward Callum Jenkins scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Norths Soul Sports Bears moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Crusaders keep the eighth position with seven games lost. Norths Soul Sports Bears will face Hawks (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Crusaders will play against the league's second-placed Bankstown Bruins in Condell Park and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Cent.Coast C.: M.Rueter 18+4reb+3ast, C.Jenkins 12+8reb, T.Hudson 9, S.Mackay 6+5reb+6ast, O.Robilliard 6+7reb+5ast, J.Trustum 6+2reb+2ast Norths Bears: D.Trist 26+11reb+3ast, J.Garlepp 24+5reb+2ast, L.Smith-Hyde 10+9reb+3ast, J.Maccann 8+5reb+3ast, B.Rymer 7+3reb+3ast, M.Golding 6+4reb+3ast
Everything went according to plan in Baulkham Hills where fifth ranked Maitland Mustangs (9-6) beat 7th ranked Hills Hornets (8-8) 82-78 on Saturday. Maitland Mustangs made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. American forward Tyler Monroe (201, college: Azusa Pacific) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and Terrell Turner chipped in 26 points. Naturalized Croatian power forward Goran Veg (205) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and naturalized British forward Paul Brotherson (198-89, college: Metro St.) scored 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Maitland Mustangs moved-up to third place in League. Loser Hills Hornets keep the seventh position with eight games lost. Maitland Mustangs will face Spiders (#5) in Hornsby in the next round. Top scorers: Hills H.: G.Veg 28+13reb+2ast, P.Brotherson 18+6reb+4ast, E.Duselis 12+5reb+5ast, D.Hayman 7+2reb+2ast, M.Brown 5+3reb, M.Hodgins 3+2reb+2ast Maitland M.: T.Turner 26+4reb+3ast, T.Monroe 21+14reb, D.Millburn 12+1reb+2ast, T.Cantor 7, J.Edwards 6+5reb+8ast, V.Foketi 3+3reb+1ast
There was no surprise in Narrabeen where 4th placed Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (8-7) were defeated by second ranked Bankstown Bruins (11-4) 93-83 on Saturday. Bankstown Bruins outrebounded Manly Warringah Sea Eagles 45-32 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international guard Steven Markovic (190-85) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners and Svetomir Gavrilovic chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. Point guard Luke Cooper (183-84, college: Alaska-Anch.) responded with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and naturalized Polish swingman Stefan Blaszczynski (196-84, college: Nicholls St.) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Five Bankstown Bruins and four Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bankstown Bruins maintains second place in League with 11-4 record having just seven point less than leader Mackay M. Loser Manly Warringah Sea Eagles dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. Bankstown Bruins will face Crusaders (#8) in Terrigal in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will play at home against Sutherland Sharks and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Manly Warr.: L.Cooper 15+6reb+7ast, A.Bulgin 15+3reb, S.Blaszczynski 14+7reb+2ast, C.Bulgin 11+6reb+5ast, K.Painter 8+3reb+2ast, S.Bresnik 7 Bankstown B.: S.Gavrilovic 19+7reb+1ast, M.Franco 18+4reb+2ast, S.Markovic 18+5reb+10ast, R.Morgan 11+3reb, P.Cvjeticanin 10+7reb+2ast, N.Pozoglou 10+9reb+4ast
BC Partizan NiS Beograd (KLS) tabbed 20-year old Australian guard Tom Wilson (196-82kg-97, college: SMU). He played in the summer at Melbourne Tigers in Australian SEABL-East. In 15 games he averaged impressive 20.3ppg, 5.4rpg and 2.3apg. Wilson just graduated from Southern Methodist University and it will be his first season in pro basketball. His team won AAC Tournament. Wilson represented Australia at the World Championships U19 in Heraklion (Greece) two years ago. His stats at that ev... [read more]
BC Partizan NiS Beograd (KLS) tabbed 20-year old Australian guard Tom Wilson (196-82kg-97, college: SMU). He played in the summer at Melbourne Tigers in Australian SEABL-East. In 15 games he averaged impressive 20.3ppg, 5.4rpg and 2.3apg. Wilson just graduated from Southern Methodist University and it will be his first season in pro basketball. His team won AAC Tournament. Wilson represented Australia at the World Championships U19 in Heraklion (Greece) two years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 6.4ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.8apg, FGP: 45.0%, 3PT: 23.1%, FT: 55.6%. Wilson has played also for other Australian teams like Frankston Blues and BA Centre of Excellence.
Brock Motum (ex Zalgiris) could join Anadolu Efes - 1 day ago
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Anadolu Efes Istanbul (BSL) is close to sign 27-year old Australian international power forward Brock Motum (208-111kg-90, college: Washington State) who played last time at B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania. In 47 LKL games he recorded 9.8ppg and 2.6rpg last season. He helped them to win the league title and the cup. Motum also played 30 games in Euroleague where he averaged 10.8ppg and 3.4rpg. Among other achievements he received Eurobasket.com Lithuanian LKL All-Imports Team award in 2... [read more]
Anadolu Efes Istanbul (BSL) is close to sign 27-year old Australian international power forward Brock Motum (208-111kg-90, college: Washington State) who played last time at B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania. In 47 LKL games he recorded 9.8ppg and 2.6rpg last season. He helped them to win the league title and the cup. Motum also played 30 games in Euroleague where he averaged 10.8ppg and 3.4rpg. Among other achievements he received Eurobasket.com Lithuanian LKL All-Imports Team award in 2016. Motum has been also a member of Australian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Australian senior team since 2009 and previously for U19 National Team back in 2009. Motum represented Australia at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) last year. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 4 games: 5.0ppg, 2.0rpg. Thanks to Motum's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). Motum has played previously professionally in Italy (Virtus Bologna), NBA (Utah Jazz) and Australia (Adelaide 36ers and Australian Institute Sport). He attended Washington State until 2013 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball. The scouts decsribe him following way:
A not so athletic PF with great offensive skills. He's an opportunistic scorer, who can shoot the three. He anticipates well and knows how to get into position to score. Also, Brock is still learning a lot and will continue to improve.
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