Recap of latest State Leagues games

The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with change at the leadership position, favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by ESL.

First defeat of league's leader Geelong Supercats (4-1) against seventh ranked Waverley Falcons (4-1) 99-95 was the most important game of the last round. It was a key game for the second position in League. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Durrell McDonald (188, college: Mercyhurst) who helped to win the game recording 28 points. Guard Jake Heath (185, college: SD Mines) contributed with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international swingman Owen Odigie (196-93) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for Geelong Supercats. Waverley Falcons moved-up to second place in League. Geelong Supercats will play next round against Tigers trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Waverley Falcons will try to continue on its current victory against seventeenth ranked Bandits in Albury.
The game had a very big importance for fourth-ranked Wanneroo as it allowed them to take a leadership position in League. Wanneroo smashed bottom-ranked Suns in Joondalup 84-61. Jonathan Wade had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Lochlan Cummings chipped in 18 points during the contest. At the losing side American forward Chris Johnson (201-90, college: UIW) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 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. As mentioned above they took over a top position. Suns at the other side still closes the standings with one game lost. Suns will play next round against strong Tigers trying to get back on the winning streak. Wanneroo will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Magic at Mandurah.
Undefeated Buccaneers (0-1) recorded its first loss in Kalgoorlie on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by eleventh ranked Giants (1-1) 103-69. Julian Pesava notched 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 12 points and 13 rebounds by Mathiang Muo did not help to save the game for Buccaneers. 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. Giants left bottom position moving up to sixth place in League. Loser Buccaneers still closes the standings with one game lost. Giants will meet Cougars (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Buccaneers will play against Flames and hope to get finally their first victory.
We should not miss anothera road victory of top-ranked Tigers (2-0) who defeated one of their biggest challengers Flames (1-1) by 18 points 83-65. Michael Vigor fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tigers moved-up to fourth place in League. Flames at the other side dropped to the eighth position with one game lost. Tigers' next round opponent will be Suns (#10) in Kalamunda where they are favorite. Flames will play on the road against Buccaneers in Wonthella and hope to win that game.
Important game to mention about took place in Geelong. First ranked Geelong Supercats (4-1) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 10th ranked Spectres (3-2) 66-65 on Saturday evening. Host team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. It was a very good performance for Isaac Turner who helped to win the game recording 18 points. Despite that victory Geelong Supercats went down to fifth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Spectres dropped to the eighth place with two games lost. Geelong Supercats will face Tigers (#16) in Melbourne in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Spectres will play on the road against Kilsyth Cobras (#11) and hope to win that game.

Other games in round 10 were not that significant.
In League Western Port were smashed by McKinnon C. on the road 127-79. Casey C. lost to Wyndham D. on its own court 71-82. Hume City B. outscored Blackburn V. in Tullamarine 112-76. Chelsea G. recorded a loss to Sunbury J. at home 76-80. Keilor T. defeated Hawthorn M. on the opponent's court 77-69. Forestville E. lost to undefeated Sturt S. in a home game 91-96. C.District L. won against N.Adelaide R. on the road 98-94. Southern T. managed to outperform Norwood F. on its own court 89-82. Winless Eastern M. was rolled over W.Adelaide B. in Woodville 110-69. Woodville W. was defeated by S.Adelaide P. at home 86-90. Eltham W. was beaten by Hobart C. on the opponent's court 74-72. Sandringham S. lost to Diamond V.E. in a home game 86-98. Kilsyth C. outscored Albury W.B. on the road 98-69. Ballarat M. recorded a loss to Frankston B. on its own court 77-89. Melbourne T. was crushed by Bendigo B. in a road game 100-62. Winless Dandenong R. was beaten by Mt Gambier at home 91-97. Eltham W. lost to NW Tasmania on the opponent's court 69-87. Ringwood H. outscored Knox R. in a home game 92-73. Winless Dandenong R. recorded a loss to Nunawading S. on the road 92-81. Melbourne T. was crushed by Mt Gambier on its own court 95-123. Perry Lakes H. smashed Perth R. in Floreat 96-51. Warwick S. destroyed SW Slammers at home 96-60. East Perth E. were outscored by Lakeside L. on the opponent's court 121-60. Mandurah M. managed to beat Cockburn C. in a home game 88-81. Winless Hornsby S. was defeated by Maitland M. on the road 95-81. Newcastle H. beat Manly Warr. on its own court 80-73. Penrith P. lost to Sydney C. in Alexandria 72-79. Hills H. outscored Cent.Coast C. at home 91-72. Winless Illawarra H. 2 recorded a loss to Sutherland S. on the opponent's court 94-80. Inner WB was defeated by Canberra G. in a home game 79-84. Newcastle H. beat Inner WB on the road 82-76. Manly Warr. destroyed Canberra G. on its own court 76-46. Norths Bears managed to outperform Sutherland S. in Crows Nest 82-71.
The most impressive performance of 10th round was 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds by Jerami Grace of Mandurah M..

Group Big V

McKinnon C. - Western Port 127-79

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Cougars (5-2) crushed 10th ranked Steelers (1-6) in McKinnon 127-79 on Sunday. Cougars dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Steelers' 40. They outrebounded Steelers 52-37 including 40 on the defensive glass. Cougars looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Steelers' players. It was a very good performance for Jordan Geer who helped to win the game recording 25 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Jack Wilson contributed with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Cougars players scored in double figures. Naturalized British guard Daryl Corletto (193-81) replied with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and center Matthew Turner (210-87) added 17 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Steelers. 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. Cougars maintains fourth position in League with 5-2 record. Loser Steelers keep the tenth place with six games lost. Cougars will face league's leader Jets in Sunbury in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Steelers will play at home against Cavaliers (#6) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Western Port: D.Corletto 18+6reb+4ast, M.Turner 17+5reb, C.Taylor 9+8reb+1ast, J.Gaze 7+2reb, H.Luke 6+1reb, B.Camilleri 5+3reb+1ast
McKinnon C.: J.Geer 25+8reb+9ast, L.Peynenborg 17+3reb+2ast, J.Malvaso 16+4reb+4ast, N.Laycock 16+3reb+1ast, M.Barry 10+6reb+1ast, J.Wilson 10+11reb+4ast

Casey C. - Wyndham D. 71-82

Rather expected game when 6th ranked Cavaliers (3-5) lost to third ranked Devils (6-2) in Cranbourne 71-82 on Saturday. It was a very good performance for guard Makur Jongkuch (183) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 7 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Tomi Ayilara contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Four Devils players scored in double figures. Naturalized British swingman Matthew Donlan (200-93, college: YSU) replied with 24 points and 7 rebounds and guard Michael McInnes (191-90) added 11 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Cavaliers. Cavaliers' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Devils maintains third position in League with 6-2 record having just ten point less than leader Joondalup W. Loser Cavaliers keep the sixth place with five games lost. Devils will face Gulls (#7) in Melbourne in the next round. Cavaliers will play on the road against Steelers in Western Port and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: M.Donlan 24+7reb+3ast, H.Brendon 11+7reb+1ast, M.McInnes 11+8reb+1ast, C.Enge 8+6reb, A.Williams 7+2reb+3ast, B.Waterhouse 7+4reb+2ast
Wyndham D.: J.Makur 20+7reb+1ast, S.Pomasan 16+3reb, A.Tomi 15+11reb+2ast, D.Aaron 10+4reb+1ast, C.Hutton 9+3reb+1ast, B.Watkins 6+2reb

Blackburn V. - Hume City B. 76-112

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Hume City Broncos (4-3) rolled over 9th ranked Vikings (1-5) in Melbourne 112-76 on Saturday. Hume City Broncos dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Vikings' 36. Hume City Broncos forced 26 Vikings turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a very good performance for forward Joel Rimes (196) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Shayan Mahboobi contributed with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Five Hume City Broncos players scored in double figures. Forward Mark Berezdecky (197-93) replied with 17 points and 7 rebounds and guard Bul Niop (196, college: Dyersburg St.) added 18 points in the effort for Vikings. 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. Hume City Broncos maintains fifth position in League with 4-3 record. Loser Vikings keep the ninth place with five games lost. Hume City Broncos will face Magic (#8) in Hawthorn in the next round. Vikings' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Melbourne to the arena Thunder.
Top scorers:
Blackburn V.: B.Niop 18+3reb+1ast, M.Berezdecky 17+7reb+1ast, N.Mueller 13+1reb+4ast, S.Jah 8+5reb+3ast, Y.Qaafow 7+5reb+1ast, N.Odigie 4+2reb+3ast
Hume City B.: R.Joel 23+10reb+5ast, P.Mackuei 23+6reb+1ast, M.Shayan 21+7reb+8ast, M.Jake 20+4reb+3ast, L.Killey 10+5reb+2ast, E.Baba 7+1reb+2ast

Chelsea G. - Sunbury J. 76-80

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Gulls (2-4) lost to first ranked Jets (6-2) in Melbourne 76-80 on Saturday. Jets maintains first position in League with 6-2 record. Loser Gulls keep the seventh place with four games lost. Jets will face Cougars (#4) in McKinnon in the next round. Gulls will play on the road against Devils in Werribee and hope to win that game.

Hawthorn M. - Keilor T. 69-77

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Thunder (6-2) defeated 8th ranked Magic (2-5) in Hawthorn 77-69 on Saturday. Thunder moved-up to second place in League. Loser Magic keeps the eighth position with five games lost. Thunder's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Melbourne Vikings.

Group NBL1 Central

Forestville E. - Sturt S. 91-96

There was no surprise when 5th ranked Forestville Eagles (3-3) lost to top-ranked Sturt Sabres (6-0) in Goodwood 91-96 on Saturday. Sturt Sabres outrebounded Forestville Eagles 43-32 including 28 on the defensive glass. It was a very good performance for guard Joel Spear (192-94, college: S.Oregon) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Sam Daly (193-95, college: Chaminade) contributed with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Sturt Sabres' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Michael Harris replied with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Brandon Brine (198-91, college: Lethbridge) added 14 points and 15 rebounds in the effort for Forestville Eagles. Five Sturt Sabres and four Forestville Eagles players scored in double figures. Sturt Sabres maintains first position in League with 6-0 record. Loser Forestville Eagles dropped to the seventh place with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: M.Harris 26+7reb+5ast, A.Isaac 15+1reb+5ast, G.Mays 15+6reb+3ast, B.Brine 14+15reb+2ast, J.Rios 9+2ast, J.Isaac 5+2reb+1ast
Sturt S.: J.Spear 22+7reb+3ast, S.Daly 21+7reb+4ast, R.Keanu 14+7reb+7ast, T.Goodall 14+6reb+1ast, N.Fassos 10+5reb+2ast, J.Turnbull 9+1reb

N.Adelaide R. - C.District L. 94-98

Everything could happen in Greenacres at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Central District Lions and 9th ranked North Adelaide Rockets had identical 1-4 record. But North Adelaide Rockets were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Gawler 98-94 on Saturday night. Central District Lions outrebounded North Adelaide Rockets 57-40 including a 25-14 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a very good performance for naturalized South Sudanese guard Lual Diing (203-94, college: TxWes) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points, 24 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Shaquille Maharaj (196, college: Camosun) contributed with 30 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Forward Jack Purchase (206-95, college: Hawaii) replied with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds and guard Verle Williams Jr (180-97) added 22 points and 5 assists in the effort for North Adelaide Rockets. Four North Adelaide Rockets players scored in double figures. Central District Lions maintains eighth position in League with 2-4 record. Loser North Adelaide Rockets keep the ninth place with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: J.Purchase 29+14reb+3ast, V.Williams Jr. 22+4reb+5ast, T.Dowdell 14+7reb+7ast, D.Jimma 12+5reb, M.Ayol 9+5reb, D.Marshall 5+1reb
C.District L.: S.Maharaj 30+9reb+3ast, L.Diing 25+24reb+5ast, D.Humphries 20+9reb+2ast, M.Magok 9+6reb, B.Nathan 7+1ast, S.Kalani 7+2reb+1ast

Southern T. - Norwood F. 89-82

Everything could happen in Morphett Vale at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers and one of their biggest challengers Norwood Flames had identical 3-2 record. This time Noarlunga City Southern Tigers used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Marden 89-82 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the second position in League. American players dominated the game. It was a very good performance for Cameron Coleman (198-92, college: York, NE) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Keouvion McCalop (203, college: Dakota Bottin.) contributed with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Four Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Swingman CJ Turnage (201-95, college: SVSU) replied with 31 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and center Anthony Green (208-96, college: Northeastern) added 16 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Norwood Flames. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (4-2) moved-up to second place in League. Loser Norwood Flames dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: C.Turnage 31+7reb+8ast, A.Green 16+11reb+1ast, M.Lycett 14+2reb+2ast, R.Harding 6+1ast, D.Webber 5+4reb+5ast, J.Wilson 4+5reb+5ast
Southern T.: C.Coleman 28+11reb+3ast, K.McCalop 19+16reb, M.Machar 16+6reb+3ast, N.Wurm 14+3reb+6ast, T.Matthew 5+1reb+1ast, S.Daniel 4+2reb+1ast

W.Adelaide B. - Eastern M. 110-69

Rather predictable result when seventh ranked West Adelaide Bearcats (3-3) rolled over bottom-ranked Eastern Mavericks (0-6) in Woodville 110-69 on Saturday. West Adelaide Bearcats made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. West Adelaide Bearcats outrebounded Eastern Mavericks 59-25 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Eastern Mavericks' players. It was a very good performance for Guamanian-American guard Earnest Ross (198-91, college: Missouri, agency: Haylett Sports) who helped to win the game recording a triple-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists. American swingman Bryan Michaels (190-96, college: Concordia, OR) contributed with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four West Adelaide Bearcats players scored in double figures. American forward William Wise (206-92, college: Dominican, NY) replied with 19 points and Jordan Robertson added 11 points in the effort for Eastern Mavericks. 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. West Adelaide Bearcats moved-up to fifth place in League. Loser Eastern Mavericks still closes the standings with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: W.Wise 19+3reb+1ast, K.Nathaniel 11+1reb, J.Robertson 11+4reb+1ast, C.Creeper 7, C.Tom 6+5reb, K.Lachlan 6+3reb+4ast
W.Adelaide B.: B.Michaels 24+5reb+4ast, E.Ross 22+15reb+10ast, J.Fabian 20+3reb+1ast, L.Cadzow 14+7reb, M.Akok 6+4reb+4ast, L.Hunter 6+10reb

Woodville W. - S.Adelaide P. 86-90

There was an upset when much higher ranked Woodville Warriors (4-2) lost to sixth ranked South Adelaide Panthers (4-3) in Flinders Park 86-90 on Saturday. It was a very good performance for American forward Alexander Starling (198-89, college: BCU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 37 points (!!!) and 20 rebounds. Todd Davies contributed with 19 points and 5 assists for the winners. Guard James Boonstoppel (188-89, college: Mt.Mercy) replied with 23 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Julian Jacobs (193-94, college: USC) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists in the effort for Woodville Warriors. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Woodville Warriors' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. South Adelaide Panthers moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Woodville Warriors dropped to the third position with two games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: J.Boonstoppel 23+9reb+6ast, L.Stanbridge 19+5reb+3ast, J.Jackson 16+6reb+2ast, J.Jacobs 15+6reb+12ast, A.Maiorana 4+3reb, D.McGee 4+1reb
S.Adelaide P.: A.Starling 37+20reb+3ast, T.Davies 19+2reb+5ast, J.Hoppo 15+5reb+2ast, A.Barton 10+2reb+1ast, A.Brown 5+2reb+1ast, S.Lawson 2+1reb

Group NBL1 South

Hobart C. - Eltham W. 74-72

Everything went according to plan when tenth ranked Huskies (4-2) edged 15th ranked Eltham Wildcats (1-4) in Hobart 74-72 on Friday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Strangely Eltham Wildcats outrebounded Huskies 47-35 including 17 on the offensive glass. It was a very good performance for naturalized Greek guard Jonathon Mines (193-91, college: NMHU) who helped to win the game recording 21 points. Guard Koen Sapwell (193, college: CS Monterey) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Adam Doyle (176-91) replied with 19 points and 8 rebounds and forward Ovie Magbegor (196, college: UWG) added 11 points and 12 rebounds in the effort for Eltham Wildcats. Four Eltham Wildcats players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Huskies moved-up to seventh place in League. Loser Eltham Wildcats dropped to the fourteenth position with four games lost. Huskies will face higher ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (#6) in Greensborough in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Eltham Wildcats will play at home against Sabres (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: A.Doyle 19+8reb+2ast, J.Aver 14+5reb, O.Magbegor 11+12reb+1ast, S.Bradbury 10+13reb, S.Whelan 9+2reb, M.Lee 5+2reb
Hobart C.: J.Mines 21+4reb+1ast, K.Sapwell 15+10reb, Z.White 10+7reb+3ast, J.Stanwix 9+4reb+2ast, R.Jacob 6+4reb+2ast, A.Eugster 5+1reb+2ast

Geelong S. - Nunawading S. 66-65

Important game to mention about took place in Geelong. First ranked Geelong Supercats (4-1) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 10th ranked Spectres (3-2) 66-65 on Saturday evening. Host team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. Strangely Spectres outrebounded Geelong Supercats 42-30 including 29 on the defensive glass. It was a very good performance for American Isaac Turner (191-92, college: St.Vincent) who helped to win the game recording 18 points. Point guard Jack MacDonald (183-97, college: Alaska-Anch.) contributed with 16 points for the winners. American center Dain Swetalla (206-86, college: Augustana, IL) replied with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds and Daniel Baxter added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Spectres. Despite that victory Geelong Supercats went down to fifth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Spectres dropped to the eighth place with two games lost. Geelong Supercats will face Tigers (#16) in Melbourne in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Spectres will play on the road against Kilsyth Cobras (#11) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: D.Swetalla 15+16reb+1ast, D.Baxter 11+5reb+4ast, V.Rijn L 11, S.Conn 7+6reb+3ast, C.Hronopoulos 7+5reb+2ast, A.Steel 6+5reb+1ast
Geelong S.: I.Turner 18+2reb+3ast, J.MacDonald 16+3reb+3ast, D.Mawut Machar 13+1reb, G.Hadley 8+6reb+1ast, O.Odigie 7+4reb, L.McInerney 4+14reb+1ast

Sandringham S. - Diamond V.E. 86-98

There was no surprise when 14th ranked Sabres (1-4) lost to sixth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-1) in Cheltenham 86-98 on Saturday. Diamond Valley Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Sabres' 34. They outrebounded Sabres 41-30 including 28 on the defensive glass. Quite impressive performance for Kenyan power forward Desmond OWili (203-88) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds (on 14-of-18 shooting from the field). Naturalized Sudanese forward Ngor Manyang (200-93) contributed with 19 points for the winners. Four Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. Guard Kuany Kuany (201-94, college: Chaminade) replied with 19 points and 9 rebounds and guard Nicholas Gabsch (193, college: Cuesta JC) added 22 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Sabres. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Diamond Valley Eagles maintains sixth position in League with 4-1 record. Loser Sabres dropped to the fifteenth place with four games lost. Diamond Valley Eagles will face higher ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (#4) in Ulverstone in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sabres will play on the road against Eltham Wildcats (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: N.Gabsch 22+6reb, K.Kuany 19+9reb+1ast, T.O'Brien 14+1reb+2ast, J.McKinnon 7+3reb+5ast, D.Kian 7+5reb, B.Clancy 6+2reb
Diamond V.E.: D.O'Wili 29+10reb, N.Manyang 19+3reb+1ast, D.Harding 12+10reb, B.Ryan 11+4reb+1ast, S.BJ 7+4reb+1ast, B.Allen 6+2reb+1ast

Albury W.B. - Kilsyth C. 69-98

No shocking result in a game when twelfth ranked Kilsyth Cobras (2-2) crushed bottom-ranked Bandits (0-5) in Albury 98-69 on Saturday. Quite impressive performance for Adrian Tomada who helped to win the game recording 22 points. Swingman Corey Jeffs (203, college: Winona St.) contributed with 15 points and 4 assists for the winners. New Zealand swingman Mitchell Dance (192-1) replied with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and center Johnny Crnogorac (216-95, college: UTRGV, agency: Haylett Sports) added 14 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Bandits. Five Kilsyth Cobras and four Bandits 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. Kilsyth Cobras moved-up to eleventh place in League. Loser Bandits still closes the standings with five games lost. Kilsyth Cobras will face higher ranked Spectres (#8) in East Burwood in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bandits will play at home against the league's second-placed Waverley Falcons (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: D.Mitchell 18+6reb+4ast, J.Crnogorac 14+10reb+2ast, J.Cincurak 12+4reb+4ast, S.Watson 12+5reb, B.Johnson 6, C.Thomas 3+1reb
Kilsyth C.: A.Tomada 22+1reb+2ast, B.Ursich 18+3reb+1ast, C.Jeffs 15+4reb+4ast, J.Adnam 12+1reb+1ast, D.Riak 12+7reb+1ast, J.Naburgs 9+1reb+1ast

Ballarat M. - Frankston B. 77-89

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Ballarat Miners' (2-4) home loss to tenth ranked Frankston Blues (3-2) in Wendouree 77-89 on Saturday. Frankston Blues made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Quite impressive performance for American forward Dillon Stith (201-92, college: St.Vincent) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws). Point guard Lachlan Barker (179-96) contributed with 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds for the winners. Center Jock Perry (216-97, college: UC Riverside) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese center Deng Acuoth (213-96) added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks in the effort for Ballarat Miners. Frankston Blues moved-up to ninth place in League. Loser Ballarat Miners dropped to the thirteenth position with four games lost. Frankston Blues will face higher ranked Bendigo Braves (#3) at home in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Ballarat Miners will play against Ringwood Hawks (#10) in Heathmont and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: J.Perry 17+11reb+3ast, H.William 15+5reb+1ast, A.Deng 15+8reb+2ast, S.Short 8+4reb+7ast, M.Kenyon 8+6reb+2ast, D.Joyce 6+3reb+2ast
Frankston B.: L.Barker 34+5reb, D.Stith 33+14reb+3ast, L.Barker 11+6reb+7ast, T.Garrett 9+4reb+2ast, P.Henry 2+5reb+1ast, M.Vincent 0+4reb

Bendigo B. - Melbourne T. 100-62

Very predictable result when third ranked Bendigo Braves (4-1) rolled over at home 16th ranked Tigers (1-5) 100-62 on Saturday. Bendigo Braves dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers' 30. They outrebounded Tigers 50-35 including a 43-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. Bendigo Braves looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Tigers' players. Quite impressive performance for American forward Ray Turner (206-90, college: Texas A&M) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Brennan Rymer (183, college: Azusa Pacific) contributed with 10 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Four Bendigo Braves players scored in double figures. Keenan Willie replied with 10 points and 8 rebounds and forward Felix Von Hofe (196-93, college: EWU) added 9 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Tigers. 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. Bendigo Braves maintains third position in League with 4-1 record having just five point less than leader Joondalup W. Loser Tigers keep the sixteenth place with five games lost. Bendigo Braves will face Ipswich Force (#4) in Booval in the next round. Tigers will play at home against Dandenong Rangers (#18) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: E.Dogukan 12+1reb, W.Keenan 10+8reb+1ast, F.Von Hofe 9+6reb+2ast, A.Karabatsos 8+5reb+4ast, M.Gaze 6+2reb+3ast, E.Walleldin 5+3reb
Bendigo B.: R.Turner 23+10reb, J.Lloyd 12+5reb+2ast, J.Mumtaz 12+1reb, M.Andronicos 11+1reb, N.Larkins 10+6reb+7ast, B.Rymer 10+8reb+7ast

Dandenong R. - Mt Gambier 91-97

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Dandenong Rangers (0-5) lost at home to fifth ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (5-1) 97-91 on Saturday. Mount Gambier Pioneers made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Quite impressive performance for center Duom Dawam (208) who helped to win the game recording 27 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. American Titus Robinson (201-90, college: Buffalo) contributed with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winners. Oliver Hayes-Brown (208, college: UC Riverside) replied with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Sean Macdonald (185-0) added 24 points in the effort for Dandenong Rangers. Five Dandenong Rangers players scored in double figures. Mount Gambier Pioneers keep a position of League leader. Loser Dandenong Rangers still closes the standings with five games lost. Mount Gambier Pioneers will face Knox Raiders (#12) in Wantirna South in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Dandenong Rangers will play on the road against Tigers (#16) in Melbourne and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: S.Macdonald 24+4reb+3ast, O.Hayes-Brown 17+13reb+5ast, E.Lawson 15+10reb+1ast, D.Soukup 12+5reb+2ast, M.Biyendolo 10+3reb+5ast, P.Mason 5+4reb+1ast
Mt Gambier: D.Dawam 27+9reb+4ast, T.Robinson 21+8reb+1ast, N.Marshall 19+6reb+3ast, T.Daly 9+6reb+1ast, T.Kubank 7+2reb+1ast, D.Wit Kane 5+5reb+6ast

NW Tasmania - Eltham W. 87-69

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (4-1) defeated 15th ranked Eltham Wildcats (1-4) in Ulverstone 87-69 on Saturday. NW Tasmania Thunder dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Eltham Wildcats' 26. Quite impressive performance for New Zealand guard Mason Bragg (182-93) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 assists. Swingman Joe Chilcott (193-96) contributed with 18 points for the winners. Five NW Tasmania Thunder players scored in double figures. Point guard Adam Doyle (176-91) replied with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Justin Aver (190-89) added 12 points in the effort for Eltham Wildcats. Eltham Wildcats' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. NW Tasmania Thunder moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Eltham Wildcats dropped to the fourteenth position with four games lost. NW Tasmania Thunder will face Diamond Valley Eagles (#6) in Greensborough in the next round. Eltham Wildcats will play at home against Sabres (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: A.Doyle 26+5reb+5ast, J.Aver 12+4reb+1ast, S.Whelan 11+2reb+3ast, O.Magbegor 7+6reb+1ast, S.Bradbury 4+4reb+1ast, M.Hancock 4+1reb
NW Tasmania: J.Chilcott 18+3reb, M.Bragg 15+4reb+12ast, B.Simpson 12+1reb+1ast, J.Beveridge 11+4reb+2ast, P.Campbell 10+5reb+2ast, K.Clark 6+3reb

Ringwood H. - Knox R. 92-73

There was a minor upset when higher ranked Knox Raiders (2-2) were outleveled by thirteenth ranked Ringwood Hawks (2-2) in Heathmont 92-73 on Saturday. Ringwood Hawks made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Ringwood Hawks outrebounded Knox Raiders 43-25 including a 36-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Knox Raiders were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for guard Matthew Snowball who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists. Forward Matthew Fennell (196) contributed with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Forward Simon Grant (195-91) replied with 18 points and center Abraham Nyok (203, college: Yellowstone Chr.) added 11 points and 7 rebounds 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 moved-up to tenth place in League. Ringwood Hawks will face Ballarat Miners (#13) in Wendouree in the next round. Knox Raiders will play on the road against the league's leader Mount Gambier Pioneers having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: S.Grant 18+4reb+3ast, R.Jack 13+3reb+2ast, A.Nyok 11+7reb, S.Austin 10+2reb+3ast, D.Hare 9+5reb+2ast, B.Ayre 7+2reb+3ast
Ringwood H.: C.Asuncion-Byrd 20+2reb+2ast, R.Martin 16+2reb, M.Fennell 15+10reb+2ast, M.Snowball 13+5reb+10ast, A.Sturt 12+9reb+2ast, S.Clarke 9+4reb

Waverley F. - Geelong S. 99-95

First defeat of league's leader Geelong Supercats (4-1) against seventh ranked Waverley Falcons (4-1) 99-95 was the most important game of the last round. It was a key game for the second position in League. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Durrell McDonald (188, college: Mercyhurst) who helped to win the game recording 28 points. Guard Jake Heath (185, college: SD Mines) contributed with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international swingman Owen Odigie (196-93) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and American Isaac Turner (191-92, college: St.Vincent) added 29 points in the effort for Geelong Supercats. Five Waverley Falcons and four Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. Waverley Falcons moved-up to second place in League. Geelong Supercats will play next round against Tigers trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Waverley Falcons will try to continue on its current victory against seventeenth ranked Bandits in Albury.
Top scorers:
Geelong S.: I.Turner 29+2reb+2ast, G.Hadley 19+4reb+2ast, O.Odigie 18+13reb+5ast, J.MacDonald 15+4reb+2ast, N.Wang 10, L.McInerney 2+8reb
Waverley F.: D.McDonald 28+4reb+3ast, J.Heath 22+5reb+4ast, T.De Zwart 19+8reb+2ast, M.Harper 13+6reb, B.Lewis 11+6reb+3ast, D.Larkin 6+6reb+2ast

Nunawading S. - Dandenong R. 92-81

No shocking result in a game when tenth ranked Spectres (3-2) beat bottom-ranked Dandenong Rangers (0-5) in East Burwood 92-81 on Sunday. Spectres shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. Quite impressive performance for American center Dain Swetalla (206-86, college: Augustana, IL) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Peter Hooley (193-92, college: Albany) contributed with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Spectres players scored in double figures. Oliver Hayes-Brown (208, college: UC Riverside) replied with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 13 rebounds and guard Sean Macdonald (185-0) added 27 points in the effort for Dandenong Rangers. Dandenong Rangers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Spectres moved-up to eighth place in League. Loser Dandenong Rangers still closes the standings with five games lost. Spectres will face Kilsyth Cobras (#11) on the road in the next round. Dandenong Rangers will play against Tigers (#16) in Melbourne and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: O.Hayes-Brown 28+13reb+1ast, S.Macdonald 27+4reb+1ast, M.Richards 8+4reb, P.Mason 7+4reb+2ast, M.Biyendolo 5+1ast, S.James 3+1reb+1ast
Nunawading S.: D.Swetalla 27+10reb+1ast, V.Rijn L 15+2reb+1ast, J.Gandolfo 14+2reb+2ast, A.Steel 13+3reb+2ast, P.Hooley 10+7reb+4ast, C.Hronopoulos 7+2reb+4ast

Melbourne T. - Mt Gambier 95-123

Very expected game when 16th ranked Tigers (1-5) were smashed by fifth ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (5-1) in Melbourne 123-95 on Sunday. Mount Gambier Pioneers shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 55.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Quite impressive performance for American center Nick Marshall (213, college: Union, KY) who helped to win the game recording 32 points and 5 assists. Center Duom Dawam (208) contributed with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Mount Gambier Pioneers' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Keenan Willie replied with 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Felix Von Hofe (196-93, college: EWU) added 15 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Tigers. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Mount Gambier Pioneers keep a position of League leader. Loser Tigers keep the sixteenth place with five games lost. Mount Gambier Pioneers will face Knox Raiders (#12) in Wantirna South in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Tigers will play at home against Dandenong Rangers (#18) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: L.Anthony 17+1reb, F.Von Hofe 15+6reb+2ast, E.Walleldin 15+3reb+1ast, W.Keenan 14+9reb+5ast, W.Alhaddad 12+5reb+3ast, A.Karabatsos 10+3reb+2ast
Mt Gambier: N.Marshall 32+3reb+5ast, D.Dawam 20+11reb+1ast, T.Kubank 20+5reb+1ast, K.Tipene 17+4ast, T.Robinson 15+4reb+1ast, T.Daly 11+1reb+3ast

Group NBL1 West

Joondalup W. - Eastern Suns 84-61

The game had a very big importance for fourth-ranked Wanneroo as it allowed them to take a leadership position in League. Wanneroo smashed bottom-ranked Suns in Joondalup 84-61. Wanneroo dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Suns' 24. Wanneroo forced 19 Suns turnovers and outrebounded them 58-34 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Jonathan Wade had a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Lochlan Cummings (189-95, college: HIU) chipped in 18 points during the contest. At the losing side American forward Chris Johnson (201-90, college: UIW) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and power forward Ryan Blanchett (203-96, college: FNU) scored 7 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. As mentioned above they took over a top position. Suns at the other side still closes the standings with one game lost. Suns will play next round against strong Tigers trying to get back on the winning streak. Wanneroo will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Magic at Mandurah.
Top scorers:
Eastern Suns: M.Bang 11+3reb, C.Johnson 11+12reb+3ast, R.Chuatwech 8, R.Blanchett 7+6reb+1ast, C.Aylett 7+3reb+1ast, C.Lowe 6
Joondalup W.: W.Jonathan 18+13reb+3ast, L.Cummings 18+2reb+3ast, S.Vaiangina 13+10reb, R.Huntington 9+6reb, J.Formosa 7+6reb, S.Salinas 7+3reb+1ast

Perth R. - Perry Lakes H. 51-96

Very predictable result when top-ranked Hawks (2-0) rolled over bottom-ranked Redbacks (0-2) in Northbridge 96-51 on Saturday. Hawks held Redbacks to an opponent 24.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Hawks had a 40-28 advantage in offensive rebounds. Quite impressive performance for the former international forward Ben Purser (200-90, college: Augusta) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Mitchell Clarke (185-99) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Power forward Louis Timms (206-91, college: WBU) replied with 15 points and 6 rebounds and guard Joel Wagner (181-87) added 12 points in the effort for Redbacks. 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. Hawks maintains second position in League with 2-0 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Joondalup W. Loser Redbacks still closes the standings with two games lost. Hawks will face Tigers (#4) in Willetton in the next round. Redbacks will play at home against Eagles (#9) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: L.Timms 15+6reb+1ast, J.Wagner 12+4reb+2ast, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 9+5reb+2ast, B.Lachlan 7+8reb, T.Jackson 4+4reb+3ast, S.David 2+4reb
Perry Lakes H.: M.Clarke 22+3reb+1ast, L.Thomas 15+4reb+3ast, B.Purser 14+10reb+3ast, M.Leary 12+4reb, A.Ferguson 9+7reb+3ast, R.Cassir 9+9reb+2ast

Goldfields G. - Geraldton B. 103-69

Undefeated Buccaneers (0-1) recorded its first loss in Kalgoorlie on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by eleventh ranked Giants (1-1) 103-69. Giants made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Buccaneers turnovers and outrebounded them 52-32 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Swingman Julian Pesava (193-95, college: WBU) notched 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and forward Deng Kuany (201, college: ENMU) supported him with 28 points and 6 rebounds. Even a double-double of 12 points and 13 rebounds by naturalized South Sudanese swingman Mathiang Muo (196-87, college: Charleston So.) did not help to save the game for Buccaneers. Naturalized South Sudanese guard Tito Kwajakwan (180-91) added 9 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. 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. Giants left bottom position moving up to sixth place in League. Loser Buccaneers still closes the standings with one game lost. Giants will meet Cougars (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Buccaneers will play against Flames and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: W.Taine 19+2ast, D.Tomas 13+3reb+2ast, M.Muo 12+13reb+3ast, K.Tito 9+9reb+3ast, A.Ralph 5+3reb+1ast, E.Harry 5
Goldfields G.: D.Kuany 28+6reb+1ast, J.Pesava 25+7reb+4ast, J.Reid 19+3reb+1ast, A.Tom 8+9reb+3ast, D.Ballantyne 6+5reb+2ast, D.Collins 6+3reb+1ast

Warwick S. - SW Slammers 96-60

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Slammers (0-2) were outscored by top-ranked Senators (2-0) in Perth 96-60 on Saturday. Senators made 25-of-30 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 32 Slammers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Quite impressive performance for forward Caleb Davis (206-95, college: SVSU) who helped to win the game recording 20 points. American guard Justin King (196-89, college: TRU) contributed with 18 points for the winners. Four Senators players scored in double figures. Center Ngor Nai (208, college: Baton Rouge) replied with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and Cody Bell added 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 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. Senators moved-up to third place in League. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with two games lost. Senators will face league's leader Wanneroo in Joondalup in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Slammers will play on the road against Lightning (#7) in North Lake and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: N.Nai 15+10reb+1ast, B.Cody 14+5reb+4ast, V.Travis 7+1reb, V.De Griend Caleb 6+5reb, B.England 6+3reb+1ast, M.Keller 4+6reb+6ast
Warwick S.: C.Davis 20+4reb+3ast, J.King 18+4reb+2ast, C.Ellis 15+6reb+2ast, H.Jarrod 11+5reb+2ast, E.Ethan 8+3reb+3ast, A.Litterick 6+6reb

Lakeside L. - East Perth E. 121-60

There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Lightning (1-1) outplayed higher ranked Eagles (1-2) in North Lake 121-60 on Saturday. Lightning forced 25 Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 46-27 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Eagles' players. Quite impressive performance for forward Corey Shervill (201-88, college: St.Edward's) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and 6 rebounds. American guard Jack Isenbarger (188-91, college: Elon) contributed with 29 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners. Four Lightning players scored in double figures. Forward Isaac Offereins (196) replied with 9 points and guard Matt Vinci (184-97) added 9 points in the effort for Eagles. 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. Lightning left bottom position moving up to seventh place in League. Loser Eagles dropped to the ninth position with two games lost. Lightning will face Slammers (#14) in Bunbury in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Eagles will play at home against Giants (#6) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: I.Offereins 9+4reb+1ast, M.Vinci 9+3reb, B.Mitch 8+3reb+1ast, L.Thwaites 8+2reb+1ast, A.Donlagic 7+1reb+1ast, A.Jarrad 6+2reb+1ast
Lakeside L.: C.Shervill 29+6reb+2ast, J.Isenbarger 29+2reb+3ast, K.Armour 19+8ast, L.Benjamin 11+5reb+1ast, M.Kayden 8+1reb+2ast, N.Palleschi 8+1reb+3ast

Rockingham F. - Willetton T. 65-83

We should not miss anothera road victory of top-ranked Tigers (2-0) who defeated one of their biggest challengers Flames (1-1) by 18 points 83-65. Tigers forced 22 Flames turnovers. Naturalized Scottish power forward Michael Vigor (206-90) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Guard Damien Scott (192-92) chipped in 25 points and 5 rebounds. Power forward Cirkook Riak (203-92, college: Lamar St.CC) produced 12 points and 9 rebounds and forward Travis Durnin (201-98) added 11 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Flames players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tigers moved-up to fourth place in League. Flames at the other side dropped to the eighth position with one game lost. Tigers' next round opponent will be Suns (#10) in Kalamunda where they are favorite. Flames will play on the road against Buccaneers in Wonthella and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: R.Brendan 17+3reb+1ast, C.Riak 12+9reb+2ast, T.Durnin 11+9reb+1ast, J.Beard 10+6reb+2ast, R.Godfrey 7+2reb+2ast, C.Beard 5+6reb+1ast
Willetton T.: D.Scott 25+5reb+3ast, M.Vigor 24+12reb+1ast, A.Black 11+6reb+3ast, H.Dylan 8+4reb+1ast, G.Thomas 6+2reb+1ast, M.Connor 5+5reb+4ast

Mandurah M. - Cockburn C. 88-81

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Cougars (0-2) lost to seventh ranked Magic (2-1) in Mandurah 81-88 on Saturday. Magic outrebounded Cougars 41-22 including 27 on the defensive glass. Quite impressive performance for guard Jerami Grace (190-94, college: Langston) who helped to win the game recording 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. Power forward Benjamin Smith (204-88, college: CUI) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Forward Jaarod Holmes (198-94) replied with 23 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Gavin Field (202-89, college: UWG) added 15 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Cougars. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Magic moved-up to fifth place in League. Loser Cougars still closes the standings with two games lost. Magic will face league's leader Wanneroo in Joondalup in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Cougars will play at home against Giants (#6) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: J.Holmes 23+5reb+1ast, G.Field 15+5reb+3ast, N.Pozoglou 15+6reb+2ast, S.Chan 11+2ast, C.Matt 6+2reb, C.Kye 4+2reb+3ast
Mandurah M.: J.Grace 33+6reb, X.Shaw 15+6reb+2ast, B.Carlwell 15+5reb, B.Smith 12+11reb+1ast, W.Fred 7+6reb+10ast, G.Dylan 3+2reb

Group WARATAH

Maitland M. - Hornsby S. 95-81

No shocking result in a game when twelfth ranked Mustangs (2-3) beat bottom-ranked Spiders (0-4) in Maitland 95-81 on Saturday. Mustangs forced 19 Spiders turnovers and outrebounded them 41-30 including 28 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Quite impressive performance for Daniel Millburn who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 7 rebounds. Jack Edwards contributed with 15 points and 7 assists for the winners. Mustangs' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Malok Majak replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and Omer Akech added 13 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Spiders. Four Mustangs and five Spiders players scored in double figures. Mustangs moved-up to tenth place in League. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with four games lost. Mustangs will face Hawks (#15) in Wollongong in the next round where they are favorite. Spiders will play on the road against the league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Hornsby S.: M.Malok 21+10reb+1ast, D.Babb 16+2ast, A.Omer 13+8reb+2ast, Z.Hilary 11+6reb+2ast, S.Lochlainn 10+4reb+2ast, G.Thomas 3+2reb+3ast
Maitland M.: D.Millburn 23+7reb+3ast, C.Jay 16+9reb, T.Turner 15+1ast, J.Edwards 15+4reb+7ast, P.Billy 9+3reb+2ast, J.Clifford 8+3reb+4ast

Newcastle H. - Manly Warr. 80-73

There was an upset when higher ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-1) lost to tenth ranked Newcastle Hunters (3-2) in Broadmeadow 73-80 on Saturday. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles were plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for naturalized South Sudanese forward Chier Maker (203-95, college: Idaho St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 15 rebounds. Forward Matur Maluach (196, college: UNB) contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four Newcastle Hunters players scored in double figures. Naturalized American guard Indiana Faithfull (193-91, college: West Liberty) replied with 14 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and forward Christian Jurlina (196, college: Whitworth, agency: BIG) added 19 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Newcastle Hunters moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Manly Warringah Sea Eagles still keep top position with one game lost. Newcastle Hunters will face Crusaders (#13) in Terrigal in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will play at home against Spiders (#14) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr.: C.Jurlina 19+6reb, I.Faithfull 14+7reb+5ast, W.McFee 10+6reb+1ast, C.Lachlan 7+1reb, K.Painter 7+11reb+1ast, S.White 6+6reb+5ast
Newcastle H.: C.Maker 28+15reb+1ast, M.Maluach 18+7reb+2ast, G.Jaidyn 13+4reb+3ast, M.Cherry 10+9reb+5ast, J.Rauch 7+6reb+1ast, J.Dorricott 2

Sydney C. - Penrith P. 79-72

The game between closely ranked teams ended with eleventh ranked Sydney City Comets' (3-4) home victory over 12th ranked Panthers (1-3) in Alexandria 79-72 on Saturday. Strangely Panthers outrebounded Sydney City Comets 50-31 including a 21-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Quite impressive performance for New Zealand center James Hunter (208-91, college: S.Dakota) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 7 rebounds. Swingman Jackson Simkovic (196-94) contributed with 13 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guard Benjamin Kearins (188, agency: BIG) replied with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and naturalized Croatian power forward Goran Veg (205) added 16 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Panthers. Four Panthers players scored in double figures. Sydney City Comets moved-up to ninth place in League. Loser Panthers keep the twelfth position with three games lost. Sydney City Comets will face Bulls (#11) in Inner West in the next round. Panthers will play on the road against Excellence in Canberra and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: G.Veg 16+6reb, B.Kearins 16+11reb+6ast, C.Lachlan 11+7reb+1ast, R.Jasper 11+3reb, M.Christian 9+7reb, C.Day 6+3reb+2ast
Sydney C.: J.Hunter 19+7reb+3ast, J.Simkovic 13+6reb+1ast, L.Smith-Hyde 8+2reb+4ast, M.Jonni 7+5reb+3ast, A.Overs 4+10reb+5ast, F.Edward 4+3ast

Hills H. - Cent.Coast C. 91-72

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Crusaders (0-4) were outscored by fifth ranked Hills Hornets (4-1) in Baulkham Hills 91-72 on Saturday. It was a great shooting night for Hills Hornets especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.4 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hills Hornets made 8 blocks. Crusaders were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. Quite impressive performance for Liam Moss who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 7 rebounds. David Hayman contributed with 24 points and 5 assists for the winners. Forward James Trustum (192) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds and guard Thomas Akamarmoi (188-96) added 10 points and 4 assists in the effort for Crusaders. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Hills Hornets moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Crusaders still closes the standings with four games lost. Hills Hornets will face league's second-placed Norths Soul Sports Bears in Crows Nest in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Crusaders will play on the road against Newcastle Hunters (#6) in Broadmeadow and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: J.Trustum 25+13reb+2ast, T.Akamarmoi 10+4reb+4ast, J.Cracknell 8+4reb+2ast, T.McGann 8+4reb, O.Hedger 6+4reb+2ast, E.Hayden 6+2reb+2ast
Hills H.: M.Liam 26+7reb+3ast, D.Hayman 24+2reb+5ast, K.Brefo 13+2reb+2ast, J.Prakash 8+6reb+2ast, M.Benjamin 6+3reb+1ast, M.Duffy 4+3ast

Sutherland S. - Illawarra H. 2 94-80

Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Sutherland Sharks (3-3) defeated at home bottom-ranked Hawks (0-4) 94-80 on Saturday. Sutherland Sharks looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Hawks' players. Quite impressive performance for Geoffrey Gerlach who helped to win the game recording 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Lochlan Hutchison contributed with 14 points and 6 assists for the winners. Four Sutherland Sharks players scored in double figures. Sutherland Sharks' coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Philip Dopud replied with 18 points and 5 rebounds and the former international guard Sean Mullan (198-90, college: Nova SE) added 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Hawks. Despite that victory Sutherland Sharks went down to eighth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Hawks still closes the standings with four games lost. Sutherland Sharks will face higher ranked Bankstown Bruins (#7) in Condell Park in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hawks will play at home against Canberra Gunners (#5) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: D.Philip 18+5reb, Z.Delaney 11+1reb+3ast, C.Riley 10+6reb, S.Mullan 9+10reb+4ast, A.Aqeel 6+5reb+1ast, J.Sorenson 2+2reb
Sutherland S.: N.Callum 18+3reb+1ast, H.Lochlan 14+4reb+6ast, G.Geoffrey 13+6reb+7ast, B.Musulin 13+7reb+1ast, A.Borich 9+1reb+9ast, F.Nicolas 8

Inner WB - Canberra G. 79-84

There was no surprise when 10th ranked Bulls (2-4) lost to third ranked Canberra Gunners (4-2) in Inner West 79-84 on Saturday. Canberra Gunners forced 19 Bulls turnovers. Quite impressive performance for Akech Aliir who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Pietro Badalassi (193, college: St.Francis, IL) contributed with 11 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four Canberra Gunners players scored in double figures. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2, college: Hawaii) replied with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Archie Woodhill added 24 points in the effort for Bulls. Bulls' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Canberra Gunners went down to fifth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Bulls dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. Canberra Gunners will face Hawks (#15) in Wollongong in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bulls will play on the road against Sydney City Comets (#9) in Alexandria and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: W.Archie 24+2reb, B.Bayles 19+9reb+4ast, H.Madden 15+5reb+3ast, J.Weldon 5+4reb+1ast, R.Reggie 5+2reb+1ast, M.Henry 4+10reb+2ast
Canberra G.: A.Akech 26+12reb+1ast, B.Doran 16+3reb, M.Shaun 13+3reb+3ast, P.Badalassi 11+9reb+5ast, A.Alex 8+1reb+3ast, C.Thomas 6+3reb

Inner WB - Newcastle H. 76-82

There was a small surprise when tenth ranked Newcastle Hunters (3-2) beat their close opponent Bulls (2-4) in Inner West 82-76 on Sunday. Newcastle Hunters dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Bulls' 18. They outrebounded Bulls 43-28 including a 35-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Quite impressive performance for naturalized South Sudanese forward Chier Maker (203-95, college: Idaho St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points and 18 rebounds. Forward Myles Cherry (203-98, college: Lafayette) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Newcastle Hunters players scored in double figures. Guard Hunter Madden (184-1, college: Idaho) replied with 23 points and 5 rebounds and American Henry Mayen added 4 points and 10 rebounds in the effort for Bulls. Bulls' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Newcastle Hunters moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Bulls dropped to the eleventh position with four games lost. Newcastle Hunters will face Crusaders (#13) in Terrigal in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bulls will play on the road against Sydney City Comets in Alexandria and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: H.Madden 23+5reb+2ast, J.Weldon 6+1reb+3ast, M.Henry 4+10reb, R.Reggie 3+2reb, P.Jovan 3+1ast, A.Luca 2+6reb
Newcastle H.: C.Maker 31+18reb, M.Maluach 14+9reb+3ast, M.Cherry 12+10reb+4ast, G.Jaidyn 11+1reb+4ast, J.Rauch 8+1reb, W.Michael 2

Manly Warr. - Canberra G. 76-46

Everything could happen in Narrabeen at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and one of their biggest challengers Canberra Gunners had identical 4-1 record. This time Manly Warringah Sea Eagles used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Canberra 76-46 on Sunday night. It was a key game for the top position in League. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles held Canberra Gunners to an opponent 21.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 45.8 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Canberra Gunners 51-29 including a 40-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Quite impressive performance for naturalized American guard Indiana Faithfull (193-91, college: West Liberty) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Christian Jurlina (196, college: Whitworth, agency: BIG) contributed with 11 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Forward Pietro Badalassi (193, college: St.Francis, IL) replied with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds and Akech Aliir added 13 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Canberra Gunners. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-1) keep a position of League leader. Loser Canberra Gunners dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will face Spiders (#14) in Hornsby in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Canberra Gunners will play on the road against Hawks (#15) in Wollongong and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Canberra G.: A.Akech 13+6reb+3ast, P.Badalassi 11+12reb+1ast, B.Doran 8+6reb+2ast, M.Shaun 8+2reb+1ast, M.Brown 6+2ast, A.Alex 0+1reb+1ast
Manly Warr.: I.Faithfull 15+10reb+5ast, C.Jurlina 11+7reb+2ast, S.White 10+4reb+1ast, K.Painter 8+8reb+1ast, C.Lachlan 7+3reb+3ast, A.Fawcett 7+3reb+1ast

Sutherland S. - Norths Bears 71-82

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (5-1) won against on the road 7th ranked Sutherland Sharks (3-3) 82-71 on Sunday. Quite impressive performance for guard Jayden Hodgson (190-97, college: GVSU) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 8 rebounds. Anatoly Bose contributed with 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Aaron Borich (185, college: S.Oregon, agency: Big Game Management Inc.) replied with 21 points and 6 assists and Geoffrey Gerlach added 16 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) in the effort for Sutherland Sharks. Sutherland Sharks' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Norths Soul Sports Bears moved-up to second place in League. Loser Sutherland Sharks dropped to the eighth position with three games lost. Norths Soul Sports Bears will face Hills Hornets (#4) in Baulkham Hills in the next round. Sutherland Sharks will play on the road against Bankstown Bruins (#7) in Condell Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: A.Borich 21+3reb+6ast, N.Callum 18+5reb+1ast, G.Geoffrey 16+8reb+2ast, W.Brendan 6+3reb, B.Musulin 3+7reb+4ast, F.Nicolas 3+2reb+1ast
Norths Bears: J.Hodgson 30+8reb+2ast, B.Anatoly 21+6reb, N.Blair 10+6reb, B.Fakira 4+3reb+2ast, M.Robert 0+2reb+3ast, M.Golding 0+5reb+2ast



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