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.
OSCAR FORMAN Taylor Hawks (NBL) landed experienced 36-year old Australian ex-international forward Oscar Forman (205-98kg-82). He played recently at played at Hawks in Australian NBL league. Forman has played there for the last eight years. In 26 NBL games he averaged 3.7ppg and 1.3rpg this season. The last season he played also at Illawarra Hawks where in 34 NBL games he had 6.4ppg and 1.8rpg. Forman helped them to make it to the final. He was selected to Australian NBL All-Star Game ba... [read more]
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Taylor Hawks (NBL) landed experienced 36-year old Australian ex-international forward Oscar Forman (205-98kg-82). He played recently at played at Hawks in Australian NBL league. Forman has played there for the last eight years. In 26 NBL games he averaged 3.7ppg and 1.3rpg this season. The last season he played also at Illawarra Hawks where in 34 NBL games he had 6.4ppg and 1.8rpg. Forman helped them to make it to the final. He was selected to Australian NBL All-Star Game back in 2013. Forman was also a member of Australian international program for some years. He played for Australian Senior National Team back in 2009 and previously for U18 National Team in 2000. Forman represented Australia at the Oceania Championships nine years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 2 games: 3.5ppg, 3.0rpg, 2FGP: 100.0%, 3PT: 33.3%. Forman has played previously professionally in Australia (Adelaide 36ers, Australian Institute Sport, Sturt Sabres and New Zealand Breakers) and New Zealand (Harbour Heat). It may be one of last seasons in his extensive career, which he may end at Taylor Hawks.
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The CQUniversity Cairns Taipans continue to stack their roster, signing two-time NBL Champion Jarrod Kenny (188-G-85) to their new-look squad on a two-year deal. The Tall Black has spent the last three years with the Perth Wildcats, winning back-to-back Championships (2016, 2017) while establishing himself as a prominent point guard in the NBL. Kenny comes to Cairns after playing in career-best form last season, with an impressive improvement in all statistical areas following Round 14. T... [read more]
The CQUniversity Cairns Taipans continue to stack their roster, signing two-time NBL Champion Jarrod Kenny (188-G-85) to their new-look squad on a two-year deal. The Tall Black has spent the last three years with the Perth Wildcats, winning back-to-back Championships (2016, 2017) while establishing himself as a prominent point guard in the NBL. Kenny comes to Cairns after playing in career-best form last season, with an impressive improvement in all statistical areas following Round 14. This January, he improved his scoring average to almost six points per game, and his three-point percentage spiked by almost 30 per cent. The 32-year old recorded season-highs in scoring (12) assists (five) and rebounds (four) entering 2018, as well as a career-high four triples against the Kings. CQUniversity Cairns Taipans Head Coach Mike Kelly said he's always had an eye on Kenny, and was eager to sign him as soon as he became available. 'I've been told that if I want to have a team that plays hard - then you need to recruit players that play hard,' said Kelly. 'Throughout my time in the NBL, I've always admired the way Jarrod plays. 'He's a tough player that plays hard all the time, and always tries to make the best plays for his teammates.' Recently, Kenny helped the Tall Blacks to the Bronze Medal at the Commonwealth Games (alongside Taipan Rob Loe) and has represented New Zealand on the international stage since he was a junior. Coach Kelly said that the experienced 6'2' guard is in his prime, and will relish the role he gets on the new team. 'One of the things that makes Jarrod so important for us is his ability to run the offence, but also remain focused and relentless on defence,' he said. 'I know his team mates are going to love playing with him, and he's going to love the responsibility and freedom he will get at the Taipans.' Jarrod Kenny is the sixth player to join the Taipans squad, alongside Nate Jawai, Rob Loe, Alex Loughton, Lucas Walker and Kuany Kuany. Courtesy of: taipans.com
The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with defeat of the leader, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by ESL. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Buccaneers as it allowed them to take a leadership position in League. Buccaneers smashed 8th ranked Lightning in Wonthella 101-75. Buccaneers forced 19 Lightning turnovers. Strangely Lightning outrebounded Buccaneers 4... [read more]
The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with defeat of the leader, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by ESL.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Buccaneers as it allowed them to take a leadership position in League. Buccaneers smashed 8th ranked Lightning in Wonthella 101-75. Buccaneers forced 19 Lightning turnovers. Strangely Lightning outrebounded Buccaneers 49-34 including a 21-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Colter Lasher (201-94, college: Houston Baptist, agency: Blacktop Management) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 9 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Gokul Natesan (196-94, college: Colorado Mines, agency: Haylett Sports) contributed with 18 points and 4 steals for the winners. Center Jarrad Prue (198-82) answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 20 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots) for Lightning. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Lightning at the other side dropped to the ninth place with four games lost. Lightning will play next round against Eagles trying to get back on the winning streak. Buccaneers will try to continue on its current victory against thirteenth ranked Magic in Mandurah. Undefeated Canberra Gunners (0-1) recorded its first loss at the home court. Hosts were rolled over by leader Geelong Supercats (2-0) 107-81. It was a great evening for American forward John Davis (196-94, college: Towson) who led his team to a victory scoring 34 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. Nathan Herbert helped adding 25 points. At the losing side guard Daniel Joyce (194-87) responded with 25 points and 4 assists. 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. Geelong Supercats moved-up to fourth place in League. Canberra Gunners at the other side still closes the standings with one game lost. Geelong Supercats will play against higher ranked Ballarat Miners (#3) in Wendouree in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Canberra Gunners will play on the road against Tigers (#7) in Melbourne and hope to get finally their first victory. An interesting game was also home defeat of 7th ranked Sabres in a game in Cheltenham versus Chargers (#3) 102-97. It was an exceptional evening for Tre Nichols who led the winners and scored 40 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Makuei Puondak came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds for Sabres in the defeat. Despite that victory Chargers went down to fourth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Sabres keep the seventh place with three games lost. Chargers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sabres will play again against Chargers (#4) in Hobart and hope to win that game. Very important is a home loss of second ranked McKinnon C. (4-3) against eighth ranked Eltham Wildcats (3-2) on Sunday night. Host McKinnon C. was crushed by Eltham Wildcats in McKinnon 93-74. Benjamin Waldren fired 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eltham Wildcats moved-up to fifth place in League. McKinnon C. at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Eltham Wildcats' next round opponent will be Hume City Broncos (#8) in Tullamarine. McKinnon C. will play on the road against Devils (#11) in Werribee and hope to win that game. An interesting game for Ringwood Hawks (5-1) which played road game in Wantirna South against 4th placed Knox Raiders (3-3). First ranked Ringwood Hawks had an easy win 91-76. It was a very good performance for Jacob Gibson who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Ringwood Hawks maintains first place in League with 5-1 record. Loser Knox Raiders dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. Ringwood Hawks will face Blackburn V. (#10) in Melbourne in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Knox Raiders will play on the road against Keilor T. in Melbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Other games in round 7 were not that significant. In League Corio Bay S. were beaten by Blackburn V. on the road 82-76. Keilor T. lost to Hume City on its own court 77-84. Werribee D. unfortunately lost to Waverley F. in Mount Waverley 79-81. Werribee D. recorded a loss to Hawthorn M. at home 84-87. Forestville E. crushed Woodville W. on the opponent's court 93-69. Eastern M. was beaten by W.Adelaide B. in a home game 95-99. Norwood F. won against S.Adelaide P. on the road 87-75. N.Adelaide R. outscored Sturt S. on its own court 80-49. Southern T. rolled over C.District L. in Morphett Vale 88-68. Kalamunda E.S. was crushed by Goldfields G. at home 99-118. Rockingham F. smashed SW Slammers on the opponent's court 122-82. Perth R. won against Goldfields G. in a home game 83-69. Stirling S. unfortunately lost to Perry Lakes H. on the road 77-90. Rockingham F. managed to beat East Perth E. on its own court 95-83. Cockburn C. was crushed by Joondalup Wolves in a road game 95-65. Winless Frankston lost to undefeated Nunawading S. at home 81-94. Dandenong R. won against Diamond V.E. on the opponent's court 83-74. Dandenong R. unfortunately lost to BA CoE in a home game 84-91. NW Tasmania recorded a loss to Albury W.B. on the road 71-89. Ballarat M. defeated NW Tasmania on its own court 79-75. Hobart C. lost to undefeated Bendigo B. in a road game 88-92. Kilsyth C. destroyed Melbourne T. at home 101-46. BA CoE lost to undefeated Nunawading S. on the opponent's court 63-73. Mt Gambier rolled over Diamond V.E. in a home game 95-63. Cent.Coast C. was defeated by Sydney Comets on the road 88-82. Maitland M. was smashed by Hills H. on its own court 55-89. Sutherland S. destroyed Bankstown B. in a road game 73-50. Hornsby S. lost to undefeated Manly Warr. at home 70-82. Penrith P. recorded a loss to Norths Bears on the opponent's court 87-99. The most impressive performance of 7th round was 33 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds by Kevin Davis of Kalamunda E.S..
Everything could happen in Melbourne at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Blackburn V. and 12th ranked Stingrays had identical 1-4 record. This time Blackburn V. used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Geelong 82-76 on Saturday night. Blackburn V. forced 20 Stingrays turnovers. It was a very good performance for forward Ryan Benson (198-81) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 6 rebounds. Michael DAgostino contributed with 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Christopher Eichler answered with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and American power forward Julius Brooks (206-90, college: Loyola, MD) added 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks in the effort for Stingrays. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Blackburn V. (2-4) moved-up to tenth place in League. Loser Stingrays keep the twelfth position with five games lost. Blackburn V. will face league's leader Ringwood Hawks in Heathmont in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Stingrays will play on the road against the league's second-placed Waverley Falcons (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Blackburn V.: R.Benson 18+6reb+3ast, M.D'Agostino 16+5reb, K.Annesley 10+3reb, N.George 8+2reb+4ast, B.Trewella 7+4reb+1ast, J.Spruhan 7+4reb Corio Bay S.: C.Eichler 20+7reb+5ast, J.Brooks 16+8reb+3ast, J.Bentley 14+6reb+3ast, S.Wiasak 8+3reb+1ast, P.Renteria 8+6reb, J.Mcfall 7+3reb+1ast
Very important is a home loss of second ranked McKinnon C. (4-3) against eighth ranked Eltham Wildcats (3-2) on Sunday night. Host McKinnon C. was crushed by Eltham Wildcats in McKinnon 93-74. Eltham Wildcats brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. 24 personal fouls committed by McKinnon C. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Benjamin Waldren fired 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Justin Aver (190-89) chipped in 25 points. Five Eltham Wildcats players scored in double figures. American forward Dillon Stith (200-92, college: St.Vincent) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and naturalized Croatian forward Ivan Platenik (201-83, college: Alaska-Anch.) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eltham Wildcats moved-up to fifth place in League. McKinnon C. at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Eltham Wildcats' next round opponent will be Hume City Broncos (#8) in Tullamarine. McKinnon C. will play on the road against Devils (#11) in Werribee and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Eltham W.: J.Aver 25+4reb+1ast, B.Waldren 21+8reb+4ast, I.Bonhomme 16+3reb+2ast, C.Cameron 10+4reb+1ast, J.Sykes 10+5reb+4ast, J.Canovan 7+4reb+1ast McKinnon C.: I.Platenik 18+5reb+2ast, D.Stith 16+10reb+3ast, A.Tomada 11+4reb+3ast, N.Mueller 6+4reb+2ast, J.Maybank 6+5reb+3ast, B.Tamir 6+4reb+3ast
An interesting game for Ringwood Hawks (5-1) which played road game in Wantirna South against 4th placed Knox Raiders (3-3). First ranked Ringwood Hawks had an easy win 91-76. Ringwood Hawks outrebounded Knox Raiders 46-34 including a 36-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a very good performance for American guard Jacob Gibson (198-93, college: Harding) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 9 rebounds. Forward Matthew Fennell contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Forward Liam Carroll (192-90) answered with 16 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Christopher Kaba (203-88, college: N.Colorado) added 17 points in the effort for Knox Raiders. Five Ringwood Hawks and four Knox Raiders players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Ringwood Hawks maintains first place in League with 5-1 record. Loser Knox Raiders dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. Ringwood Hawks will face Blackburn V. (#10) in Melbourne in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Knox Raiders will play on the road against Keilor T. in Melbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ringwood H.: S.Stone 26+3reb, J.Gibson 23+9reb+3ast, T.Latham 13+9reb, M.Fennell 11+15reb+6ast, S.Clarke 11+4reb+2ast, M.Snowball 5+3reb+5ast Knox R.: C.Kaba 17+4reb, L.Carroll 16+7reb+2ast, C.Marshall 12+1reb+4ast, T.Dyson 11+3reb+3ast, D.Hare 7+3reb+3ast, R.Oirbans 4+8reb
There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Keilor T. (2-3) lost to ninth ranked Hume City Broncos (3-3) in Melbourne 77-84 on Sunday. Quite impressive performance for American forward Trevon Clayton (198, college: Fresno Pacific) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points and 17 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Mike Rose (193-87, college: E.Kentucky) contributed with 24 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Five Hume City Broncos players scored in double figures. Colombian forward Hanner Mosquera-Perea (206-93, college: E.Tenn.St.) answered with 27 points and 7 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and American guard Jordan Coleman (196-92, college: Valparaiso) added 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Keilor T.Hume City Broncos moved-up to eighth place in League. Newly promoted Keilor T. dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. Hume City Broncos will face higher ranked Eltham Wildcats (#5) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Keilor T. will play against Magic (#6) in Hawthorn and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hume City: M.Rose 24+5reb+2ast, T.Clayton 12+17reb+2ast, L.Egan 12+6reb+6ast, S.Prendergast 11+4reb+2ast, S.Jah 11+2reb+1ast, D.Kuany 11+1reb+1ast Keilor T.: H.Mosquera-Perea 27+7reb+1ast, J.Coleman 22+5reb+4ast, J.Bellman 7+3reb+3ast, C.Long 7+11reb+3ast, S.Matt 6+3reb+5ast, J.Crowe 3+3ast
Very predictable result when fifth ranked Waverley Falcons (4-2) edged 10th ranked Devils (2-5) in Mount Waverley 81-79 on Sunday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Quite impressive performance for the former international guard Daniel Dillon (193-86, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 8 rebounds. Dylan Larkin contributed with 11 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four Waverley Falcons players scored in double figures. Deng Chan answered with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and British guard Paul Elderkin (196-87) added 19 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Devils. Waverley Falcons moved-up to second place in League. Loser Devils dropped to the eleventh position with five games lost. Waverley Falcons will face Stingrays (#12) in Geelong in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Devils will play at home against McKinnon C. and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Waverley F.: D.Dillon 23+8reb+2ast, J.Motley 13+2reb+1ast, D.Larkin 11+7reb+1ast, A.Sturt 10+7reb+1ast, M.Harper 10+2reb+1ast, C.Arkell 9+3reb+2ast Werribee D.: P.Elderkin 19+5reb+2ast, R.Tyrone 16+2reb+1ast, D.Chan 14+11reb+2ast, B.Nagy 9+4reb+4ast, K.Kulas 8+9reb, B.Allison 6+4reb+1ast
Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Devils (2-5) were edged by seventh ranked Magic (3-2) in Werribee 87-84 on Saturday. Strangely Devils outrebounded Magic 32-17 including 23 on the defensive glass. It was a great shooting night for Magic especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.9 percentage. Quite impressive performance for American guard Nelson Kirksey (190-89, college: UMKC) who helped to win the game recording 25 points. Forward Alex Bogart-King (200) contributed with 16 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Deng Chan answered with 27 points and American forward Bryan Nagy (201, college: Carroll, WI) added 19 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Devils. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Magic moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Devils dropped to the eleventh position with five games lost. Magic will face Keilor T. (#9) in Melbourne in the next round. Devils will play at home against McKinnon C. and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hawthorn M.: N.Kirksey 25+2reb+1ast, A.Bogart-King 16+2reb+2ast, P.McBrearty 13+1ast, J.Latham 12+4reb+1ast, J.Barry 9+5reb+5ast, P.Chelvan 5+1reb Werribee D.: D.Chan 27+3reb+1ast, B.Nagy 19+8reb+3ast, K.Kulas 12+5reb, R.Tyrone 10+3reb+2ast, B.Allison 6+3reb, P.Elderkin 4+8reb
The game between closely ranked teams ended with sixth ranked Forestville Eagles' (3-3) road victory over 7th ranked Woodville Warriors (1-5) in Flinders Park 93-69 on Saturday. Forestville Eagles made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Forestville Eagles outrebounded Woodville Warriors 47-34 including 34 on the defensive glass. Quite impressive performance for point guard Adam Doyle (176-91) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Brendan Teys (188-90) contributed with 19 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) for the winners. American swingman Everett Osborne (193, college: UTRGV) answered with 21 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import forward Jonathan Perry (193-91, college: Dallas Baptist) added 14 points in the effort for Woodville Warriors. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Forestville Eagles moved-up to fifth place in League. Loser Woodville Warriors keep the seventh position with five games lost. Forestville Eagles will face South Adelaide Panthers (#6) in Park Holme in the next round. Woodville Warriors will play at home against Sturt Sabres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Forestville E.: A.Doyle 21+7reb+9ast, B.Teys 19+6reb+3ast, D.Johnson 16+7reb+5ast, J.Richard 16+3reb+1ast, M.Harris 8+5reb, S.Wright 4+1reb+1ast Woodville W.: E.Osborne 21+6reb+1ast, J.Perry 14+4reb+1ast, F.Daniel 10, J.Peters 10+6reb, A.Maiorana 4+7reb+1ast, B.Nathan 4
There was no surprise when 10th ranked Eastern Mavericks (1-5) lost to third ranked West Adelaide Bearcats (5-1) in Mt. Barker 95-99 on Saturday. West Adelaide Bearcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Eastern Mavericks were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for American forward Tobias Dowdell (201-90, college: Alders.-Broad.) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Anthony Spadavecchia (181-87) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners. Five West Adelaide Bearcats players scored in double figures. American guard Jake Rios (188-86, college: Georgia Coll.) answered with 45 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and the other American import forward William Wise (206-92, college: Dominican, NY) added 22 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Eastern Mavericks. West Adelaide Bearcats moved-up to second place in League. Loser Eastern Mavericks keep the tenth position with five games lost. West Adelaide Bearcats will face Central District Lions (#8) in Gawler in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Eastern Mavericks will play at home against North Adelaide Rockets and hope to win that game. Top scorers: W.Adelaide B.: T.Dowdell 22+8reb+4ast, T.Braithwaite 19+3reb+5ast, B.Truslove 17+3reb, A.Spadavecchia 14+7reb+10ast, J.Legan 14+5reb, P.Thomas 7+5reb+2ast Eastern M.: J.Rios 45+6reb+2ast, W.Wise 22+6reb, S.Daniel 10+1reb+5ast, Z.Lovell 6+2reb+1ast, D.Mcgee 5+7reb+3ast, R.Aktanarowicz 4+4reb+1ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Norwood Flames' (5-1) road victory over 5th ranked South Adelaide Panthers (3-3) in Park Holme 87-75 on Saturday. Norwood Flames looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Quite impressive performance for guard Matthew Lycett (194-90) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Luke Stanbridge (192-90) contributed with 23 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four Norwood Flames players scored in double figures. Dylan Shorne answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Jack Williams (202) added 16 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for South Adelaide Panthers. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Norwood Flames moved-up to third place in League. Loser South Adelaide Panthers dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. Norwood Flames will face league's leader Noarlunga City Southern Tigers in Morphett Vale in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. South Adelaide Panthers will play at home against Forestville Eagles (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Norwood F.: L.Stanbridge 23+7reb+3ast, M.Lycett 20+11reb+4ast, B.McGriff 14+11reb+2ast, A.Webber 11+1reb+6ast, D.Webber 9+10reb+9ast, T.Kennedy 6+2reb S.Adelaide P.: D.Shorne 24+13reb+5ast, J.Williams 16+8reb+2ast, B.Regester 10+2reb, E.Davis 6+3reb+3ast, M.Deng 5+3reb+1ast, J. Hoppo 4+2reb+1ast
Very expected game when 8th ranked Sturt Sabres (1-5) were smashed by second ranked North Adelaide Rockets (4-2) in Greenacres 80-49 on Saturday. North Adelaide Rockets dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Sturt Sabres' 34. North Adelaide Rockets forced 19 Sturt Sabres turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Quite impressive performance for American forward Alexander Starling (198-89, college: Beth.-Cookman) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists. N Marshall contributed with 6 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Naturalized Greek power forward Max Calligeros (197-92) answered with 9 points and 11 rebounds and American point guard Nate Garth (188-89, college: UCSB) added 15 points in the effort for Sturt Sabres. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Despite that victory North Adelaide Rockets went down to fourth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Sturt Sabres dropped to the ninth place with five games lost. North Adelaide Rockets will face Eastern Mavericks (#10) in Mt. Barker in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Sturt Sabres will play on the road against Woodville Warriors in Flinders Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: N.Adelaide R.: A.Starling 28+19reb+4ast, C.Reed 12+2reb+1ast, M. Trandafil 8+1reb, A.Atem 8+5reb+1ast, B.Jonnek 7+5reb+8ast, D.Aistrope 7+1reb+1ast Sturt S.: N.Garth 15+3reb+3ast, T.Klaosen 11+5reb+2ast, M.Calligeros 9+11reb+1ast, D.Rawson 5+8reb, T.Goodall 4+3reb+1ast, D.Nash 3+3reb+1ast
Very predictable result when leader Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (6-0) rolled over 9th ranked Central District Lions (1-5) in Gawler 88-68 on Saturday. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers forced 26 Central District Lions turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Central District Lions were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for swingman Samuel Johns (193-95) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 8 steals. American swingman C.J. Turnage (201-95, college: Saginaw Valley) contributed with 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Four Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers' coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Jimma Dau answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 25 rebounds and American forward Keith Jumper (203-94, college: Pfeiffer) added 14 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Central District Lions. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers maintains first place in League with 6-0 record. Loser Central District Lions dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will face Norwood Flames (#3) in Marden in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Central District Lions will play at home against the league's second-placed West Adelaide Bearcats (#2) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Southern T.: C.Turnage 19+8reb+3ast, S.Johns 18+6reb+12ast, G.Mays 16+10reb+1ast, B.Brine 13+6reb, C.Ellison 8+6reb+1ast, H.Burns 4+3reb+1ast C.District L.: D.Jimma 21+25reb+3ast, K.Jumper 14+6reb, R.Simpson 7+1reb+2ast, H.Tyson 6+8reb+2ast, K.Lachlan 6+4reb, K.Oliver 4+1reb+3ast
There was a minor upset when 10th ranked Suns (3-6) were outscored by thirteenth ranked Giants (1-6) in Kalamunda 118-99 on Sunday. Giants shot 60.3 percent from the field. They also forced 19 Suns turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists comparing to just 23 passes made by Suns' players. Quite impressive performance for American swingman Jeylyn Sharpe (194-91, college: Rogers St.) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. His fellow American import forward Jake Martin (198-85, college: Luther) contributed with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American center Kevin Davis (206-91, college: Cent.Washington) answered with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds and forward Logan Viskovich (198) added 17 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Suns. Five Giants and four Suns players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Giants left bottom position moving up to twelfth place in League. Loser Suns keep the tenth position with six games lost. Giants will face higher ranked Hawks (#6) in Floreat in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Goldfields G.: J.Sharpe 26+6reb+8ast, K.Sovine 25+7reb+5ast, B.Holloway 21+3reb+5ast, J.Martin 20+14reb+4ast, K.Stojanovski 13+1reb+5ast, J.Reid 8+6ast Kalamunda E.S.: K.Davis 33+11reb+2ast, L.Viskovich 17+6reb+1ast, A.Spencer 13+1reb+2ast, B.Gray 10+4reb+6ast, R.Blanchett 8+6reb+3ast, K.Horn 7+1reb+2ast
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Buccaneers as it allowed them to take a leadership position in League. Buccaneers smashed 8th ranked Lightning in Wonthella 101-75. Buccaneers forced 19 Lightning turnovers. Strangely Lightning outrebounded Buccaneers 49-34 including a 21-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Colter Lasher (201-94, college: Houston Baptist, agency: Blacktop Management) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 9 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Gokul Natesan (196-94, college: Colorado Mines, agency: Haylett Sports) contributed with 18 points and 4 steals for the winners. Center Jarrad Prue (198-82) answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 20 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots) and American guard John Isenbarger (188-91, college: Elon) added 18 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Lightning. Five Buccaneers and four Lightning 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. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Lightning at the other side dropped to the ninth place with four games lost. Lightning will play next round against Eagles trying to get back on the winning streak. Buccaneers will try to continue on its current victory against thirteenth ranked Magic in Mandurah. Top scorers: Geraldton B.: C.Lasher 25+9reb+3ast, G.Natesan 18+2reb+2ast, A.Ducas 14+4reb+1ast, A.Ralph 14+2reb+3ast, M.Alipate 11+2reb+3ast, L.Hunt 10+5reb+2ast Lakeside L.: J.Isenbarger 18+6reb+3ast, J.Prue 12+20reb+1ast, M.Vinci 12+4reb+1ast, R.Mackenzie 11+3reb+2ast, M.Garbellini 9+4reb, N.Palleschi 6+3reb+2ast
Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Flames (6-2) outplayed bottom-ranked Slammers (0-7) in Bunbury 122-82 on Saturday. Flames shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 51.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Slammers' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Flames made 9 blocks. Quite impressive performance for American power forward Josh Ritchart (205-92, college: Cal-Davis) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Ryan Godfrey (187-90, college: W.Georgia) contributed with 28 points and 5 assists for the winners. Five Flames players scored in double figures. American-Irish forward Brian Voelkel (196-92, college: Vermont) answered with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard Michael Lay (179-84, college: Concordia, OR) added 21 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Slammers. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Despite that victory Flames went down to fifth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with seven games lost. Flames will face league's second-placed Wanneroo in Joondalup in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Slammers will play at home against Cougars (#11) and look forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Rockingham F.: J.Ritchart 31+10reb+7ast, R.Godfrey 28+3reb+5ast, C.Washington 16+10reb+1ast, G.Hire 13+4reb+4ast, J.Beard 12+8reb+4ast, M.Honey 8+1reb SW Slammers: M.Lay 21+5reb, T.Durnin 17+6reb+2ast, B.Voelkel 15+12reb+5ast, C.Weeden 8+1reb, L.Matthew 8+5reb+2ast, D.Robinson 7+5reb+1ast
There was no surprise when 13th ranked Giants (1-6) lost to fourth ranked Redbacks (6-2) in Northbridge 69-83 on Saturday. Redbacks made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Quite impressive performance for the former international forward Shawn Redhage (203-81, college: Arizona St.) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and 8 rebounds. American forward Maurice Barrow (196-92, college: Fairfield) contributed with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four Redbacks players scored in double figures. American forward Jake Martin (198-85, college: Luther) answered with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 19 rebounds and the other American import swingman Jeylyn Sharpe (194-91, college: Rogers St.) added 21 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Giants. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Redbacks maintains fourth place in League with 6-2 record. Loser Giants dropped to the twelfth position with six games lost. Redbacks will face Tigers (#7) in Willetton in the next round. Giants will play at home against Hawks (#6) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Perth R.: S.Redhage 29+8reb+1ast, J.Hussey 14+6reb+3ast, B.Smith 12+1reb, M.Barrow 10+16reb+5ast, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 8+5reb, J.Wagner 6+2reb+6ast Goldfields G.: J.Sharpe 21+6reb+1ast, K.Sovine 17+8reb+2ast, J.Martin 10+19reb+2ast, B.Holloway 5+3reb+3ast, D.Forlano 4+2ast, D.Riley 4+3reb
There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Hawks (4-3) beat higher ranked Stirling S. (6-2) in Floreat 90-77 on Friday. Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Quite impressive performance for guard Lochlan Cummings (189-95, college: Hope International) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 6 rebounds. The former international forward Ben Purser (200-90, college: Augusta) contributed with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Nigerian-American forward Robert Anshila (199-86, college: Ft.Hays State) answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds and American guard Justin King (196-89, college: TRU) added 19 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Stirling S.Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Hawks moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Stirling S. dropped to the third position with two games lost. Hawks will face Giants (#12) in Kalgoorlie in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Stirling S. will play on the road against Suns (#10) in Kalamunda and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Perry Lakes H.: L.Cummings 27+6reb+2ast, R.Smith 17+4reb+4ast, B.Purser 16+9reb+7ast, J.Holmen 14+7reb, J.Hickert 8+1reb, B.Carlwell 4+5reb+1ast Stirling S.: R.Anshila 24+14reb+1ast, J.King 19+9reb+2ast, A.Litterick 13+8reb, J.Coburn 12+4reb+2ast, C.Wroe 6+4reb+8ast, C.Ellis 3+1reb+2ast
Rather expected game when 6th ranked Eagles (4-4) lost to fourth ranked Flames (6-2) in Rockingham 83-95 on Friday. Flames outrebounded Eagles 39-24 including 24 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Quite impressive performance for forward Greg Hire (201-87, college: Augusta) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward Curtis Washington (208-91, college: Georgia St.) contributed with 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Five Flames players scored in double figures. Swingman Drew Williamson (196-83, college: Metro St.) answered with 30 points and 4 assists and American power forward Jonathan Morse (203-91, college: Metro St.) added 20 points in the effort for Eagles. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Flames went down to fifth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Eagles dropped to the eighth place with four games lost. Flames will face league's second-placed Wanneroo in Joondalup in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Eagles will play at home against Lightning (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Rockingham F.: C.Washington 21+9reb, G.Hire 18+14reb+5ast, J.Ritchart 17+2reb+2ast, R.Godfrey 11+1reb+5ast, J.Beard 11+5reb+2ast, L.Roberts 6+1reb East Perth E.: D.Williamson 30+3reb+4ast, J.Morse 20+3reb+2ast, C.Easley 12+5reb+3ast, A.Donlagic 9+1reb, J.Tupaea 4+2reb+5ast, N.Manyang 4+1reb
Very predictable result when first ranked Wanneroo (6-1) rolled over 11th ranked Cougars (2-5) in Joondalup 95-65 on Friday. Wanneroo forced 22 Cougars turnovers and outrebounded them 42-25 including 27 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Quite impressive performance for American forward Jalen Billups (198-92, college: N.Kentucky, agency: Haylett Sports) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Brian Sullivan (180-93, college: Davidson) contributed with 9 points and 7 assists for the winners. Swingman Julian Pesava (193-95, college: Wayland Baptist) answered with 18 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Gavin Field (202-89, college: W.Georgia) added 10 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Cougars. Four Cougars players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Despite that victory Wanneroo went down to second position (League) due to points difference. Loser Cougars keep the eleventh place with five games lost. Wanneroo will face Flames (#5) in Rockingham in the next round. Cougars will play on the road against Slammers (#14) in Bunbury and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Joondalup Wolves: J.Billups 17+7reb+2ast, C.Clausen 14+3reb+1ast, D.Matacz 10+8reb, B.Sullivan 9+4reb+7ast, S.Salinas 9+3reb+3ast, T.Iliadis 8+2reb Cockburn C.: J.Pesava 18+6reb+2ast, J.Holmes 14+3reb+1ast, S.Chan 11+2reb+3ast, G.Field 10+7reb+3ast, S.Van Lit 5+4reb+1ast, J.Knight 2+1reb+1ast
Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Frankston Blues (0-5) lost to leader Spectres (4-0) in Seaford 81-94 on Saturday. Quite impressive performance for Thomas Wright who helped to win the game recording 31 points and 5 rebounds. American center Dain Swetalla (206-86, college: Augustana, IL) contributed with 13 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Five Spectres players scored in double figures. Spectres' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. American forward Aaron Ross (203-92, college: Texas Tech) answered with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds and the former international guard Rhys Carter (190-84) added 13 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Frankston Blues. Spectres maintains first place in League with 4-0 record. Loser Frankston Blues still closes the standings with five games lost. Spectres will face league's second-placed Bandits in Albury in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Frankston Blues will play at home against Canberra Gunners (#8) and look forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Nunawading S.: T.Wright 31+5reb+3ast, S.McDonald 15+4reb+4ast, A.Steel 14+6reb+1ast, S.Conn 13+9reb+2ast, D.Swetalla 13+8reb+3ast, C. Hronopoulos 5+2reb Frankston: A.Ross 27+12reb+2ast, J.Macaulay 23+1ast, R.Carter 13+6reb+6ast, S.Muldrow 9+4reb+1ast, B.Lewis 6+6reb+1ast, B.Kevin 2
Undefeated Canberra Gunners (0-1) recorded its first loss at the home court. Hosts were rolled over by leader Geelong Supercats (2-0) 107-81. Canberra Gunners were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a great evening for American forward John Davis (196-94, college: Towson) who led his team to a victory scoring 34 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. The former international swingman Nathan Herbert (192-84) helped adding 25 points. At the losing side guard Daniel Joyce (194-87) responded with 25 points and 4 assists and American center Eric Gaff (208-87, college: Grace Coll.) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Four Canberra Gunners players scored in double figures. 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. Geelong Supercats moved-up to fourth place in League. Canberra Gunners at the other side still closes the standings with one game lost. Geelong Supercats will play against higher ranked Ballarat Miners (#3) in Wendouree in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Canberra Gunners will play on the road against Tigers (#7) in Melbourne and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Geelong S.: J.Davis 34+8reb+3ast, N.Herbert 25+4reb+2ast, D.Gatlin 11+8reb+2ast, J.Medved 11, L.Michael 7+3reb+7ast, K.Blicavs 5+1reb Canberra G.: D.Joyce 25+3reb+4ast, E.Gaff 19+9reb+2ast, B.Doran 15+1reb+1ast, G.Morison 11+6reb+1ast, R.Kaye 4+7reb+3ast, B.Jack 3+2ast
Everything went according to plan when third ranked Dandenong Rangers (3-2) defeated 6th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (1-4) in Greensborough 83-74 on Sunday. Diamond Valley Eagles were plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-92, college: Boise St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Lucas Barker (183-93, college: Indianapolis) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Joel Spear (192-94, college: S.Oregon) answered with 27 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Mike Best (208-93, college: Cal-Irvine) added 22 points, 11 rebounds and 5 blocks in the effort for Diamond Valley Eagles. Dandenong Rangers keep a position of League leader. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles keep the sixth place with four games lost. Dandenong Rangers will face Kilsyth Cobras (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Tigers and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Dandenong R.: A.Drmic 25+10reb+1ast, L.Barker 15+10reb+5ast, R.Vague 9+8reb+3ast, M.Riggs 9+2reb+4ast, K.Leaupepe 7+1reb, T.Lang 7+6reb+2ast Diamond V.E.: J.Spear 27+8reb+2ast, M.Best 22+11reb+1ast, L.Kafritsas 14+9reb+1ast, D.Camps 5+3reb+9ast, D.King-Hawea 5+2reb+1ast, M.Reynolds 1+5reb+1ast
There was a minor upset when 3rd placed Dandenong Rangers (3-2) lost at home to third ranked BA CoE (2-1) 91-84 on Saturday. Quite impressive performance for swingman Daniel Grida (195) who helped to win the game recording 24 points. Forward Kyle Bowen (200-0) contributed with 12 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. The former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-92, college: Boise St.) answered with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 12 rebounds and the former international forward Rhys Vague (204-96) added 16 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Dandenong Rangers. Five BA CoE and four Dandenong Rangers players scored in double figures. Despite that victory BA CoE went down to fifth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Dandenong Rangers still keep top place with two games lost. BA CoE will have a break next round. Dandenong Rangers will play on the road against Kilsyth Cobras and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: BA CoE: D.Grida 24+3reb, O.Hulland 14+8reb, K.Bowen 12+8reb+3ast, S.Froling 10+9reb+2ast, A.Mudronja 10+2reb+5ast, I.Lee 9+4reb+3ast Dandenong R.: A.Drmic 31+12reb+2ast, R.Vague 16+6reb, L.Barker 12+2reb+5ast, T.Lang 12+4reb+1ast, M.Riggs 5+2reb, P.Puoch 4+4reb+2ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Bandits' (3-1) home victory over 5th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (1-3) in Albury 89-71 on Saturday. Quite impressive performance for point guard Deba George (183-85) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 6 rebounds. American power forward Rashad Hassan (203-89, college: Savannah St.) contributed with 27 points for the winners. Bandits' coach Brad Chalmers used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. American forward Jeremiah Ingram (201-93, college: N.C.Central) answered with 18 points and 5 rebounds and guard Lachlan Barker (179-96) added 21 points in the effort for NW Tasmania Thunder. Bandits moved-up to second place in League. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder keeps the fifth position with three games lost. Bandits will face league's second-placed Bendigo Braves on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. NW Tasmania Thunder will play against Sabres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Albury W.B.: R.Hassan 27+4reb+2ast, D.George 24+6reb+3ast, L.Mallory 11+6reb+3ast, T.Jackson 9+4reb+1ast, J.Duck 9+7reb+1ast, C.Thompson 6 NW Tasmania: L.Barker 21+2reb, J.Ingram 18+5reb, B.Richmond 6+3reb+1ast, A.Tre 6+3reb+1ast, J.Chilcott 6+1reb, M.Bragg 4+5reb+1ast
Rather expected game when 5th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (1-3) lost to second ranked Ballarat Miners (2-1) in Wendouree 75-79 on Sunday. Ballarat Miners forced 21 NW Tasmania Thunder turnovers and outrebounded them 49-36 including a 34-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Ballarat Miners looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. NW Tasmania Thunder was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for Fijian forward Joshua Fox (198-94, college: Cal-Davis, agency: MKP Management) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Sam Short (195-98) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Five Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Guard Mason Bragg (182-93) answered with 18 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals and guard Lachlan Barker (179-96) added 17 points in the effort for NW Tasmania Thunder. Despite that victory Ballarat Miners went down to third position (League) due to points difference. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder keeps the fifth place with three games lost. Ballarat Miners will face Geelong Supercats (#4) at home in the next round. NW Tasmania Thunder will play against Sabres and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ballarat M.: D.Usher 14+4reb+1ast, J.Fox 14+13reb+4ast, S.Short 14+11reb+3ast, M.King-Davis 13+6reb+1ast, P.Hooley 12+4reb+7ast, N.Pozoglou 6+7reb+3ast NW Tasmania: M.Bragg 18+7reb+5ast, L.Barker 17+4reb+1ast, J.Ingram 10+4reb, A.Tre 9+2reb+1ast, J.Chilcott 9, P.Campbell 7+10reb+2ast
Rather predictable result when leader Bendigo Braves (2-0) won against at home 3rd placed Chargers (2-2) 92-88 on Saturday. Bendigo Braves looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Quite impressive performance for naturalized American guard Indiana Faithfull (193-91, college: W.Liberty St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. American forward Ray Turner (206-90, college: Texas A&M) contributed with 24 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Four Bendigo Braves players scored in double figures. Bendigo Braves' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Forward Craig Moller (203-94, agency: MKP Management) answered with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 17 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese swingman Mathiang Muo (196-87, college: Charleston So.) added 20 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Chargers. Despite that victory Bendigo Braves went down to second position (League) due to points difference. Loser Chargers dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. Bendigo Braves will face league's second-placed Bandits in Albury in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Chargers will play at home against Sabres and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Bendigo B.: R.Turner 24+9reb, I.Faithfull 24+10reb+4ast, J.Kendle 19+3reb+6ast, C.Hogan 16+3reb+3ast, M.Andronicos 6+5reb, C.Adkins 3+5reb+3ast Hobart C.: M.Muo 20+6reb+1ast, T.Nichols 16+2reb+3ast, C.Moller 16+17reb+2ast, B.Radcliffe 12+3reb+1ast, T.Masunda 9+2reb+5ast, Z.White 7+7reb+3ast
Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Tigers (0-3) were outscored on the road by third ranked Kilsyth Cobras (3-1) 101-46 on Saturday. Kilsyth Cobras held Tigers to an opponent 22.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 52.9 percent accuracy of the winners. Kilsyth Cobras forced 20 Tigers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Tigers' players. Quite impressive performance for forward Felix Von Hofe (196-93, college: E.Washington) who helped to win the game recording 24 points. American Isaac Turner (191-92, college: St.Vincent) contributed with 16 points for the winners. Five Kilsyth Cobras players scored in double figures. Kilsyth Cobras' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Guard Tom Wilson (195-97, college: SMU) answered with 13 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) and center D Acuoth (213-96) added 4 points, 10 rebounds and 7 blocks in the effort for Tigers. Kilsyth Cobras maintains third place in League with 3-1 record having 3 victories less than leader Geraldton B. Loser Tigers still closes the standings with three games lost. Kilsyth Cobras will face league's leader Dandenong Rangers at home in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Tigers will play against Canberra Gunners (#8) and look forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Kilsyth C.: F.Von Hofe 24+3reb+3ast, I.Turner 16+4reb+2ast, S.Macdonald 12+1reb+2ast, C.Patton 10+6reb+2ast, S.Daly 10+5reb+7ast, B.Ursich 6+6reb+1ast Melbourne T.: T.Wilson 13+6reb+2ast, J.Todd 8+2reb, P.Bines 6+6reb+1ast, M.Viitala 5+3reb+2ast, D.Kostur 4, A.D 4+10reb+1ast
Everything went according to plan when leader Spectres (4-0) defeated 3rd placed BA CoE (2-1) in East Burwood 73-63 on Sunday. Spectres made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. Strangely BA CoE outrebounded Spectres 43-29 including 33 on the defensive glass. Quite impressive performance for Thomas Wright who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 7 rebounds. Sam McDonald (-84) contributed with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Four Spectres players scored in double figures. Alexander Mudronja (-99) answered with 14 points and 7 rebounds and power forward Samson Froling (210-0) added 10 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for BA CoE. Spectres maintains first place in League with 4-0 record. Loser BA CoE dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. Spectres will face league's second-placed Bandits in Albury in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Top scorers: Nunawading S.: T.Wright 17+7reb+2ast, S.Conn 14+7reb, S.McDonald 10+5reb+6ast, C. Hronopoulos 10+2reb, D.Swetalla 8+3reb+3ast, A.Steel 7+3reb+1ast BA CoE: A.Mudronja 14+7reb+1ast, S.Froling 10+7reb+1ast, K.Bowen 9+4reb, I.Lee 9+5reb+2ast, O.Hulland 8+3reb, D.Grida 6+4reb
An interesting game was also home defeat of 7th ranked Sabres in a game in Cheltenham versus Chargers (#3) 102-97. They made 24-of-28 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Tre Nichols (180-89, college: Boise St., agency: SDJ Sports) who led the winners and scored 40 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese swingman Mathiang Muo (196-87, college: Charleston So.) accounted for 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Forward Makuei Puondak (203, college: Martin Methodist) came up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds and the former international forward David Barlow (205-83, college: Metro St.) added 13 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists respectively for Sabres in the defeat. Four Chargers and five Sabres players scored in double figures. Despite that victory Chargers went down to fourth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Sabres keep the seventh place with three games lost. Chargers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sabres will play again against Chargers (#4) in Hobart and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hobart C.: T.Nichols 40+5reb+7ast, M.Muo 23+6reb, C.Moller 15+9reb+3ast, Z.White 11+6reb+2ast, T.Masunda 8+1reb+6ast, C.Brown 4+1reb Sandringham S.: A.Macdonald 27+1reb, M.Puondak 23+14reb+1ast, D.Barlow 13+12reb+9ast, N.Crosswell 13+2reb+3ast, A.Odunsi 12+9reb+3ast, I.Hadziomerovic 8+1reb+3ast
There was a minor upset when 6th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (1-4) were outleveled by sixth ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (2-1) in Mt Gambier 95-63 on Friday. The game without a history. Mount Gambier Pioneers led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Mount Gambier Pioneers outrebounded Diamond Valley Eagles 52-40 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Diamond Valley Eagles' players. Quite impressive performance for Kyle Tipene who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Erik Burdon (190-85) contributed with 29 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American forward Daniel Camps (196-94, college: Queens, NC) answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and the other American import forward Mike Best (208-93, college: Cal-Irvine) added 14 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Diamond Valley Eagles. Mount Gambier Pioneers maintains sixth place in League with 2-1 record which they share with defeated Diamond Valley Eagles. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles keep the sixth position with four games lost. Mount Gambier Pioneers will face league's second-placed Bendigo Braves at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Mt Gambier: E.Burdon 29+5reb+3ast, T.Kyle 22+6reb+9ast, L.Thomas 15+9reb+4ast, B.Hill 9+7reb+3ast, C.Luk 9+6reb, K.DeWit 6+13reb+9ast Diamond V.E.: D.King-Hawea 14+5reb+1ast, M.Best 14+11reb+1ast, D.Camps 13+10reb+7ast, J.Spear 7+6reb+3ast, L.Kafritsas 5+2reb+1ast, J.Roberts 5+1reb
There was a small surprise when sixth ranked Sydney City Comets (4-2) beat 4th placed Crusaders (3-2) in Alexandria 88-82 on Saturday. Sydney City Comets outrebounded Crusaders 68-52 including a 26-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sydney City Comets made 9 blocks. Crusaders were plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for Canadian point guard Will Hickey (183) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 blocks. Power forward Tom Dawson (197) contributed with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Five Sydney City Comets players scored in double figures. American forward Mitchell Rueter (198, college: Cent.Arkansas) answered with 31 points and 9 rebounds and forward James Trustum (192) added 11 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Crusaders. Crusaders' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Sydney City Comets moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Crusaders dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. Sydney City Comets will face league's second-placed Hills Hornets in Baulkham Hills in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Crusaders will play on the road against Sutherland Sharks and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Sydney Comets: J.Weldon 19+5reb, T.Dawson 18+14reb, W.Hickey 15+10reb+8ast, A.Overs 13+13reb+3ast, A.Stalder 12+9reb+1ast, D. Carniel 7+12reb+1ast Cent.Coast C.: M.Rueter 31+9reb+3ast, C.Jenkins 12+9reb, J.Trustum 11+10reb+1ast, S.Mackay 7+5reb+4ast, T.McGann 7+10reb, W.Bates 5+2reb
Very expected game when 9th ranked Maitland Mustangs (1-5) were smashed at home by second ranked Hills Hornets (6-1) 89-55 on Saturday. Hills Hornets made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. Hills Hornets outrebounded Maitland Mustangs 48-31 including a 40-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Hills Hornets especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 53.3 percentage. Quite impressive performance for Adrian Cabrera who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 9 rebounds. Joshua Chapman contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners. Five Hills Hornets players scored in double figures. Daniel Millburn answered with 24 points and 5 rebounds and Jack Edwards added 10 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Maitland Mustangs. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Hills Hornets maintains second place in League with 6-1 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Geraldton B. Loser Maitland Mustangs keep the ninth position with five games lost. Hills Hornets will face Sydney City Comets (#4) in Alexandria in the next round. Maitland Mustangs will play on the road against Norths Soul Sports Bears (#6) in Crows Nest and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Hills H.: A.Cabrera 19+9reb+2ast, J.Chapman 15+11reb+1ast, G.Veg 14+6reb+3ast, D.Hayman 12+4reb+3ast, P.Brotherson 11+5reb+2ast, E.Duselis 11+4reb Maitland M.: D.Millburn 24+5reb+2ast, J.Edwards 10+6reb+1ast, I.Ryan 6+4reb, J.Clifford 6+2reb+1ast, T.Turner 6+3reb, J.McAnulty 3+2reb+1ast
Rather predictable result when eighth ranked Sutherland Sharks (2-3) rolled over bottom-ranked Bankstown Bruins (0-7) in Condell Park 73-50 on Saturday. Quite impressive performance for American guard Jeff Van Dyke (188-95, college: Cal-San Diego) who helped to win the game recording 17 points. Clayton Carfino contributed with 9 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Croatian forward Alexandar Opacic (208-86, college: Furman, agency: Dynamics Global Management) answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and forward Dalibor Nonkovic (198, college: Canyons) added 6 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Bankstown Bruins. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Sutherland Sharks maintains eighth place in League with 2-3 record. Loser Bankstown Bruins still closes the standings with seven games lost. Sutherland Sharks will face higher ranked Crusaders (#5) in Terrigal in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Top scorers: Sutherland S.: J.Van Dyke 17+4reb+1ast, H.Lochlan 11+6reb+2ast, C.Clayton 9+12reb+1ast, P.Themistocles 8+1reb, J.Wilson 7+3reb+1ast, R.Simonovski 5+13reb Bankstown B.: A.Opacic 13+11reb+2ast, C.Petrovski 7+4reb, R.Morgan 7+5reb+1ast, D.Nonkovic 6+6reb+3ast, M.Franco 5+2reb, C.Christodoulides 5+2reb+1ast
Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Spiders (3-4) lost to leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (6-0) in Hornsby 70-82 on Saturday. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Manly Warringah Sea Eagles made 9 blocks. Quite impressive performance for naturalized Polish swingman Stefan Blaszczynski (196-84, college: Nicholls St.) who helped to win the game recording 22 points. Kyle Painter contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners. Darcy Emery answered with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds and Nicholas Brown added 5 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Spiders. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles maintains first place in League with 6-0 record. Loser Spiders dropped to the seventh position with four games lost. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will face Crusaders (#5) in Terrigal in the next round. Spiders will play at home against Sutherland Sharks and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Manly Warr.: S.Blaszczynski 22+2reb, K.Painter 14+9reb+1ast, L.Cooper 12+2reb+7ast, A.Bulgin 10+8reb+1ast, S.White 7+4reb+1ast, C.Bulgin 5+6reb+2ast Hornsby S.: M.McElhone 11+4reb+1ast, P.Emery 11+4reb, D.Emery 10+10reb+1ast, M.Horsley 10+5reb, J.Larkins 8+1reb+1ast, B.Nicholas 5+10reb+5ast
Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (3-2) defeated 10th ranked Panthers (1-6) in Crows Nest 99-87 on Saturday. Norths Soul Sports Bears outrebounded Panthers 50-36 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Quite impressive performance for guard Nick Blair (185-87) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Estonian swingman Erik Dorbek (196-82) contributed with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Norths Soul Sports Bears players scored in double figures. Forward Sean Weekes (194) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 5 blocks and guard Benjamin Kearins (188, agency: MKP Management) added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists in the effort for Panthers. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Norths Soul Sports Bears moved-up to sixth place in League. Newly promoted Panthers keep the tenth position with six games lost. Norths Soul Sports Bears will face Maitland Mustangs (#9) at home in the next round. Panthers will play against Newcastle Hunters in Broadmeadow and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Norths Bears: N.Blair 26+5reb+6ast, E.Dorbek 21+8reb+4ast, T.Garlepp 19+10reb+2ast, S.Hyman 18+4reb+2ast, J.Maccann 9+4reb+6ast, L.Tsontzos 4+6reb Penrith P.: S.Weekes 25+11reb, B.Kearins 18+5reb+11ast, C.Lachlan 16+2reb, K.Joshua 9+2reb+1ast, K.Carlos 6+3reb+1ast, B.Albertyn 6+2reb
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