Recap of latest State Leagues games

The round was exceptionally exciting as four games ended with a tiny margin. The round was rather attractive and full of interesting results. 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.

The biggest surprise took place in Taigum where host Northside Wizards (2-2) beat league's leader Brisbane Capitals (3-1) 96-79 on Saturday evening. Northside Wizards dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Brisbane Capitals' 42. Northside Wizards had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Northside Wizards made 7 blocks. Guard Jesse Ghee (183, college: Fullerton JC) fired 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Aiden Krause (193-0, college: UC Irvine) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Northside Wizards' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nicholas Stoddart (-0) produced 23 points, 5 assists and 5 steals for lost side. Despite that victory Northside Wizards went down to seventh position (League) due to points difference. Brisbane Capitals at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Perry Lakes H.. Brisbane Capitals will play next round against South West Metro Pirates trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Northside Wizards will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Brisbane Spartans on the road.
Undefeated Townsville Heat (2-1) recorded its first loss on the court of ninth ranked Cairns Marlins. Visitors were defeated by Cairns Marlins 88-82. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman James Mitchell (194-91) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Deba George contributed with 18 points for the winners. Cairns Marlins' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Ethan Betts (188, college: Umpqua CC) answered with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for Townsville Heat. Cairns Marlins (2-2) moved-up to eighth place in League. Townsville Heat at the other side dropped to the sixth position with one game lost. Cairns Marlins will play against Rockets (#13) in Rockhampton in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Townsville Heat will play on the road against Bendigo Braves (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
An interesting game was played in Gawler where Norwood Flames (#8) beat host Central District Lions (#7) 85-75 on Saturday evening. CJ Turnage stepped up and scored 28 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. At the losing side Lual Diing responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Norwood Flames (4-4) moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Central District Lions dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. Norwood Flames will meet at home North Adelaide Rockets (#9) in the next round. Central District Lions will play against South Adelaide Panthers in Park Holme and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
A very interesting game took place in Kalgoorlie. It ended with only one-point home defeat of 6th ranked Giants (3-3) to third ranked Tigers (5-1) 74-73 on Saturday evening. Michael Vigor nailed a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Tigers moved-up to second place in League. Giants at the other side dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Important game to mention about took place in Goodwood. Fourth ranked Forestville Eagles (5-3) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 3rd placed West Adelaide Bearcats (4-4) 93-90 in the fight for the third place. Greg Mays fired a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forestville Eagles moved-up to third place in League. Loser West Adelaide Bearcats dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. Forestville Eagles will face Mount Gambier Pioneers (#4) in Mt Gambier in the next round. West Adelaide Bearcats will play at home against the league's leader Sturt Sabres and hope to win that game.

Other games of round 13 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
In League winless Eastern M. were defeated by N.Adelaide R. in Greenacres 82-78. Sturt S. smashed S.Adelaide P. at home 84-64. Southern T. destroyed Woodville W. on the opponent's court 83-60. SC Phoenix unfortunately lost to Brisbane C. in a home game 71-78. SC Phoenix managed to beat RedCity R. on the road 100-95. Winless Rockhampton was defeated by Mackay M. on its own court 85-96. Logan T. smashed SW Metro P. in Loganholme 107-81. SD Spartans won against USC Rip at home 93-89. Northside W. lost to undefeated Logan T. on the opponent's court 74-93. Hobart C. rolled over Mt Gambier in a home game 107-79. Mt Gambier defeated NW Tasmania on the road 104-94. East Perth E. was smashed by Joondalup W. on its own court 61-94. Perry Lakes H. destroyed Geraldton B. in Floreat 90-63. Mandurah M. managed to outperform Perth R. at home 82-74. Lakeside L. rolled over Warwick S. on the opponent's court 90-61. Rockingham F. crushed Cockburn C. in a home game 106-85. SW Slammers beat Eastern Suns on the road 90-80. Canberra G. lost to Hornsby S. on its own court 103-106. Manly Warr. managed to outperform Bankstown B. in Narrabeen 87-75. Cent.Coast C. recorded a loss to Sutherland S. at home 59-77. Newcastle H. crushed Illawarra H. 2 on the opponent's court 81-51. Inner WB was beaten by Maitland M. in a home game 81-85. BA CoE destroyed Hills H. on the road 91-64. Norths Bears unfortunately lost to Sydney C. on its own court 78-87. Penrith P. recorded a loss to Hornsby S. in a road game 85-88. Sutherland S. defeated Newcastle H. at home 75-74.
The best stats of 13th round was 15 points, 8 rebounds and 16 assists by Jeremy Kendle of Logan T..

Group NBL1 Central

Forestville E. - W.Adelaide B. 93-90

Important game to mention about took place in Goodwood. Fourth ranked Forestville Eagles (5-3) saved a 3-point victory at home edging 3rd placed West Adelaide Bearcats (4-4) 93-90 in the fight for the third place. Forestville Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to West Adelaide Bearcats' 40. American forward Greg Mays (203-93, college: Green Bay) fired a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Michael Harris chipped in a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Guamanian-American guard Earnest Ross (198-91, college: Missouri, agency: Haylett Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 32 points, 19 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals and American swingman Bryan Michaels (190-96, college: Concordia, OR) added 18 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Forestville Eagles moved-up to third place in League. Loser West Adelaide Bearcats dropped to the fourth position with four games lost. Forestville Eagles will face Mount Gambier Pioneers (#4) in Mt Gambier in the next round. West Adelaide Bearcats will play at home against the league's leader Sturt Sabres and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: G.Mays 31+11reb+4ast, M.Harris 25+12reb+4ast, B.Brine 15+11reb+1ast, A.Isaac 11+2reb+4ast, J.Rios 6+2reb+2ast, J.Isaac 3+1reb
W.Adelaide B.: E.Ross 32+19reb+7ast, B.Michaels 18+9reb+6ast, J.Fabian 14+5reb+5ast, L.Cadzow 12+4reb, P.Ciganovic 7+2reb, L.Hunter 4+5reb+1ast

C.District L. - Norwood F. 75-85

An interesting game was played in Gawler where Norwood Flames (#8) beat host Central District Lions (#7) 85-75 on Saturday evening. Norwood Flames shot 64.7 percent from the field. Norwood Flames had a 23-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. American swingman CJ Turnage (201-95, college: SVSU) stepped up and scored 28 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and guard Daniel Webber (191-87) chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Norwood Flames players scored in double figures. At the losing side naturalized South Sudanese guard Lual Diing (203-94, college: TxWes) responded with 16 points and 7 rebounds and swingman David Humphries (193-91, college: LMU) scored 15 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Norwood Flames (4-4) moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Central District Lions dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. Norwood Flames will meet at home North Adelaide Rockets (#9) in the next round. Central District Lions will play against South Adelaide Panthers in Park Holme and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: C.Turnage 28+7reb+1ast, M.Lycett 19+5reb+1ast, R.Harding 13+3reb, D.Webber 12+9reb+4ast, A.Green 7+2reb+2ast, J.Aydan 4
C.District L.: S.Maharaj 16+3reb, L.Diing 16+7reb, D.Humphries 15+4reb, J.Centenera 9+2ast, M.Magok 7+2reb, B.Nathan 6+4reb

N.Adelaide R. - Eastern M. 82-78

The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked Eastern Mavericks' (0-8) road loss to ninth ranked North Adelaide Rockets (2-6) 78-82 on Saturday. North Adelaide Rockets looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Forward Manel Ayol (201, college: Hawaii) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. American forward Tobias Dowdell (201-90, college: ABU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds. American forward William Wise (206-92, college: Dominican, NY) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and Tom Cromarty added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. North Adelaide Rockets maintains ninth place in League with 2-6 record. Loser Eastern Mavericks still closes the standings with eight games lost. North Adelaide Rockets will face higher ranked Norwood Flames (#6) in Marden in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Eastern Mavericks will play at home against Woodville Warriors (#5) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: M.Ayol 24+13reb+3ast, D.Jimma 20+7reb+1ast, T.Dowdell 18+14reb+3ast, D.Marshall 11+3reb+2ast, V.Williams Jr. 4+6reb+3ast, M.Kyle 3+2reb+1ast
Eastern M.: W.Wise 18+10reb+1ast, C.Tom 15+8reb+3ast, M.Stock 12+4reb+2ast, C.Prider 11+7reb+3ast, L.Diing 7+2reb+3ast, R.Aktanarowicz 6+3reb+2ast

Sturt S. - S.Adelaide P. 84-64

No shocking result in a game in Pasadena where leader Sturt Sabres (8-0) smashed 6th ranked South Adelaide Panthers (4-5) 84-64 on Saturday. Guard Keanu Rasmussen (185-3) fired 31 points and 7 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. Guard Sam Daly (193-95, college: Chaminade) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Sturt Sabres' coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Swingman Samuel Johns (193-95) produced 18 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Alexander Starling (198-89, college: BCU) added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Sturt Sabres maintains first place in League with 8-0 record. Loser South Adelaide Panthers dropped to the seventh position with five games lost. Sturt Sabres will face West Adelaide Bearcats (#4) in Woodville in the next round. South Adelaide Panthers will play at home against Central District Lions and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: R.Keanu 31+7reb+3ast, S.Daly 16+7reb+4ast, M.Calligeros 12+6reb, G.Benjamin 9+2reb+1ast, J.Turnbull 5+2ast, T.Goodall 4+1reb
S.Adelaide P.: S.Johns 18+6reb+3ast, T.Davies 15+2reb+1ast, A.Starling 9+8reb+3ast, C.Ellison 8+8reb, A.Brown 5+3reb, J.Hoppo 4+3reb+1ast

Woodville W. - Southern T. 60-83

Rather expected game in Flinders Park where 4th placed Woodville Warriors (4-4) were rolled over by second ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (6-2) 83-60 on Saturday. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers forced 21 Woodville Warriors turnovers. The game was dominated by American players. Cameron Coleman (198-92, college: York, NE) fired 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Forward Keouvion McCalop (203, college: Dakota Bottin.) chipped in 16 points and 7 rebounds. Four Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Guard Julian Jacobs (193-94, college: USC) produced 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Joe Jackson (201, college: IU Southeast) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers maintains second place in League with 6-2 record having just three point less than leader Perry Lakes H. Loser Woodville Warriors dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will have a break next round. Woodville Warriors will play on the road against Eastern Mavericks (#10) in Mt. Barker and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: C.Coleman 23+9reb+5ast, K.McCalop 16+7reb+3ast, M.Machar 14+6reb+1ast, N.Wurm 11+2reb+3ast, T.Matthew 8+4reb+2ast, S.Daniel 5+2reb+1ast
Woodville W.: J.Jackson 13+6reb+1ast, J.Jacobs 13+8reb+4ast, L.Stanbridge 12+2reb+2ast, J.Boonstoppel 9+6reb+2ast, D.McGee 6+2reb, A.Maiorana 3+4reb

Group NBL1 North

SC Phoenix - Brisbane C. 71-78

Everything could happen in Cotton Tree at the game between two tied teams. Both first ranked Brisbane Capitals and 10th ranked Phoenix had identical 2-1 record. But Phoenix was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Brisbane 78-71 on Friday night. Phoenix was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Nicholas Stoddart (-0) fired 26 points for the winners. Guard Jacob Wilson (188, college: Belm.Abbey) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Jamaal Robateau (196, college: Gardner-Webb) produced 27 points and 6 rebounds and Oscar Cluff added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Despite that victory Brisbane Capitals went down to second position (League) due to points difference. Loser Phoenix dropped to the ninth place with two games lost. Brisbane Capitals will face South West Metro Pirates (#14) in Runcorn in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Phoenix will play at home against Rockets (#13) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: N.Stoddart 26+4reb, J.Wilson 16+6reb+3ast, B.Volkman 11+6reb+3ast, T.Soong 9+6reb+2ast, P.Geordan 6+3reb, B.Wilson 4+4reb+2ast
SC Phoenix: J.Robateau 27+6reb+2ast, C.Oscar 15+8reb+1ast, N.Kahler 13+8reb+1ast, D.Robateau 8+8reb+4ast, Z.Meehl 3+2reb+7ast, Z.Meehl 3+2reb

Northside W. - Brisbane C. 96-79

Round in State League means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Taigum where host Northside Wizards (2-2) beat league's leader Brisbane Capitals (3-1) 96-79 on Saturday evening. Northside Wizards dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Brisbane Capitals' 42. Northside Wizards had a 34-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Northside Wizards made 7 blocks. Guard Jesse Ghee (183, college: Fullerton JC) fired 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Aiden Krause (193-0, college: UC Irvine) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Northside Wizards players scored in double figures. Northside Wizards' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nicholas Stoddart (-0) produced 23 points, 5 assists and 5 steals and guard Jacob Wilson (188, college: Belm.Abbey) added 17 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Despite that victory Northside Wizards went down to seventh position (League) due to points difference. Brisbane Capitals at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They were replaced at the leadership position by Perry Lakes H.. Brisbane Capitals will play next round against South West Metro Pirates trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Northside Wizards will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Brisbane Spartans on the road.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: J.Ghee 23+8reb+5ast, T.Cameron 17+7reb+3ast, A.Krause 16+8reb+4ast, A.Atem 12+5reb+2ast, Z.Williams-Hook 11+6reb+1ast, K.Logan 10+7reb
Brisbane C.: N.Stoddart 23+1reb+5ast, J.Wilson 17+7reb+1ast, B.Volkman 10+8reb+7ast, B.Wilson 9+4reb+2ast, Z.Carter 8+7reb, A.Kopcikas 4+3ast

RedCity R. - SC Phoenix 95-100

There was a minor upset in Brisbane where 7th ranked Roar (1-2) was defeated by tenth ranked Phoenix (2-2) 100-95 on Saturday. Phoenix dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Roar's 42 and made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Phoenix forced 22 Roar turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Roar was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Jamaal Robateau (196, college: Gardner-Webb) fired 29 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals for the winners. Guard Darnell Robateau (185, college: PLNU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists. Five Phoenix players scored in double figures. Forward Kian Dennis (197-1) produced 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Kobe McDowell-White (183-4) added 28 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) respectively for lost side. Roar's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Phoenix moved-up to ninth place in League. Loser Roar dropped to the tenth position with two games lost. Phoenix will face Rockets (#13) in Rockhampton in the next round.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: J.Robateau 29+6reb+5ast, N.Kahler 17+10reb, B.Hooper 15+3reb+2ast, D.Robateau 14+7reb+10ast, C.Oscar 11+6reb+2ast, Z.Meehl 7+3reb+2ast
RedCity R.: D.Kian 34+5reb+4ast, M.Kobe 28+5reb+5ast, D.McDowell-White 11+3reb+6ast, B.Wallace 8+2reb, A.Deng 5+2ast, A.Graham 5+4reb+1ast

Rockhampton - Mackay M. 85-96

Everything went according to plan in Rockhampton where fifth ranked Mackay Meteors (3-1) won against bottom-ranked Rockets (0-3) 96-85 on Saturday. American swingman Jerron Jamerson (193, college: Goshen) fired 24 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Naturalized South Sudanese center Emmanuel Malou (206-93, college: Iowa St., agency: BIG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Kon Anguik (196, college: Simpson, CA) produced 15 points and 9 rebounds and the former international point guard Josh Wilcher (178-91, college: Cent.Wyoming) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. 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. Mackay Meteors moved-up to third place in League. Loser Rockets still closes the standings with three games lost. Mackay Meteors will have a break next round. Rockets will play on the road against Phoenix (#9) in Cotton Tree and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Mackay M.: J.Jamerson 24+8reb+8ast, E.Malou 23+11reb, F.Webb 18, F.Viliami 10+5reb+1ast, C.Cedar 9+5reb+7ast, M.Adekponya 7+1reb+1ast
Rockhampton: N.Young 18+4reb+2ast, J.Wilcher 17+4reb+4ast, L.Christensen 16+3reb+2ast, K.Anguik 15+9reb+3ast, J.Blanchard 5+3reb, B.Wright 4+6reb

Cairns M. - Townsville H. 88-82

Undefeated Townsville Heat (2-1) recorded its first loss on the court of ninth ranked Cairns Marlins. Visitors were defeated by Cairns Marlins 88-82. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman James Mitchell (194-91) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 8 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Point guard Deba George (183-85) contributed with 18 points for the winners. Cairns Marlins' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Ethan Betts (188, college: Umpqua CC) answered with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Josh Spiers (201-96, college: CSUSM) added 16 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Townsville Heat. Four Cairns Marlins and five Townsville Heat players scored in double figures. Cairns Marlins (2-2) moved-up to eighth place in League. Townsville Heat at the other side dropped to the sixth position with one game lost. Cairns Marlins will play against Rockets (#13) in Rockhampton in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Townsville Heat will play on the road against Bendigo Braves (#9) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: J.Mitchell 22+8reb+2ast, D.George 18+2ast, S.Ky 15+3reb+1ast, A.Fisher 13+4reb+2ast, A.Loughton 8+4reb, C.Ahwang 7+3reb+2ast
Townsville H.: J.Spiers 16+9reb+1ast, E.Betts 15+5reb+8ast, J.Patton-Croker 14+4reb+4ast, Y.Luca 12+8reb, M.Rees 10+8reb+4ast, K.Tudehope 8+5reb

SW Metro P. - Logan T. 81-107

There was no surprise in Runcorn where bottom-ranked South West Metro Pirates (0-3) were crushed by leader Thunder (4-0) 107-81 on Saturday. Thunder made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game. Thunder outrebounded South West Metro Pirates 47-28 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 52.9 percentage. Thunder looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by South West Metro Pirates' players. American guard Jeremy Kendle (186-88, college: Bellarmine) fired 20 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Blake Jones (208-2, college: GMU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Thunder players scored in double figures. The former international point guard Kai Woodfall (183, college: MBU) produced 17 points (made all of his seven free throws) and Joel Matysek added 15 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Thunder maintains first place in League with 4-0 record. Loser South West Metro Pirates still closes the standings with three games lost. Thunder will face Townsville Heat (#6) in Hermit Park in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. South West Metro Pirates will play on the road against the league's second-placed Brisbane Capitals (#2) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: M.Boston 22+4reb+3ast, B.Jones 21+11reb+5ast, J.Kendle 20+9reb+9ast, M.Cedar 17+6reb+6ast, M.Young 12+9reb+2ast, P.Elijah 6+2reb
SW Metro P.: K.Woodfall 17+2reb+2ast, J.Matysek 15+2reb+2ast, H.Jakobe 11+2reb+5ast, G.Cameron 9+6reb, A.Godinet 8+2reb, T.Machando 8+1reb

SD Spartans - USC Rip 93-89

No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Brisbane Spartans (2-1) defeated at home bottom-ranked Rip City (0-2) 93-89 on Saturday. Brisbane Spartans dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Rip City's 40. They outrebounded Rip City 49-32 including 34 on the defensive glass. Forward Josh Derksen (206-95, college: KWC) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Noah Thomas (188, college: Drake) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Brisbane Spartans' coach let to play all 12 players in such tough game. American forward Eric McAlister (204-90, college: Stony Brook) produced 21 points and 9 rebounds and guard Isaih Tueta (187-91) added 22 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Five Brisbane Spartans and four Rip City players scored in double figures. Brisbane Spartans moved-up to fifth place in League. Loser Rip City still closes the standings with two games lost. Brisbane Spartans will face Northside Wizards (#7) in Taigum in the next round. Rip City will play at home against Rockets (#13) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: J.Derksen 17+10reb+2ast, N.Thomas 17+2reb+5ast, K.Samuel 16+4reb, A.Ugrinic 13+10reb, A.Jacob 10+3reb+2ast, C.Massingale 7+2reb+2ast
USC Rip: I.Tueta 22+4reb+5ast, E.McAlister 21+9reb+1ast, B.Kai 11+3reb+2ast, L.Ilton 11+3reb+1ast, J.Walters 7+3reb+1ast, G.Dane 7+1reb+1ast

Logan T. - Northside W. 93-74

Very expected game in Loganholme where 5th ranked Northside Wizards (2-2) were rolled over by leader Thunder (4-0) 93-74 on Sunday. Thunder looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American guard Jeremy Kendle (186-88, college: Bellarmine) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points, 8 rebounds and 16 assists for the winners. Swingman Michael Cedar (190-86) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Thunder's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Cameron Thew produced 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and guard Jesse Ghee (183, college: Fullerton JC) added 15 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Thunder maintains first place in League with 4-0 record. Loser Northside Wizards dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Thunder will face Townsville Heat (#6) in Hermit Park in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Northside Wizards will play on the road against Brisbane Spartans and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: M.Cedar 17+7reb+4ast, M.Young 16+8reb, J.Kendle 15+8reb+16ast, M.Boston 15+6reb+3ast, B.Jones 14+5reb+1ast, P.Elijah 6+1reb+1ast
Northside W.: A.Krause 16+4reb+2ast, T.Cameron 16+7reb+2ast, J.Ghee 15+3reb+5ast, Z.Williams-Hook 13+6reb+1ast, A.Atem 11+6reb+3ast, K.Logan 3+4reb+4ast

Group NBL1 South

Hobart C. - Mt Gambier 107-79

There was a small surprise in Hobart where fourth ranked Huskies (7-3) outscored their close opponent Mount Gambier Pioneers (7-3) 107-79 on Friday. Naturalized Greek guard Jonathon Mines (193-91, college: NMHU) fired 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guard Koen Sapwell (193, college: CS Monterey) chipped in 16 points and 4 assists. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Center Duom Dawam (208) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and Kane De Wit added 9 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Huskies moved-up to third place in League. Huskies will face Geelong Supercats (#6) at home in the next round. Mount Gambier Pioneers will play against Forestville Eagles and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: J.Mines 24+6reb+3ast, K.Sapwell 16+3reb+4ast, P.Elijah 16+2reb+2ast, Z.White 12+2reb, R.Jacob 9+5reb+3ast, M.Young 8+3reb
Mt Gambier: D.Dawam 18+11reb, T.Kubank 12+9reb+1ast, T.Daly 11+4reb+1ast, D.Wit Kane 9+7reb+7ast, T.Robinson 9+3reb, E.Burdon 9+1reb+1ast

NW Tasmania - Mt Gambier 94-104

There was a minor upset in Ulverstone where much higher ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (7-2) was defeated by fourth ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (7-3) 104-94 on Saturday. Mount Gambier Pioneers made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game. NW Tasmania Thunder was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. The former international guard Tom Daly (182-91) fired 27 points and 4 assists for the winners. American Titus Robinson (201-90, college: Buffalo) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Swingman Joe Chilcott (193-96) produced 23 points and the former international forward Bradley Simpson (198-90, college: Adelphi) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Mount Gambier Pioneers and five NW Tasmania Thunder players scored in double figures. NW Tasmania Thunder's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Mount Gambier Pioneers maintains fourth place in League with 7-3 record. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder keeps the second position with two games lost. Mount Gambier Pioneers will face higher ranked Forestville Eagles (#3) in Goodwood in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. NW Tasmania Thunder will play at home against Geelong Supercats and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: T.Daly 27+2reb+4ast, E.Burdon 21+2reb+1ast, T.Robinson 15+11reb, T.Kubank 12+7reb+5ast, N.Marshall 11+6reb+1ast, D.Wit Kane 7+5reb+4ast
NW Tasmania: J.Chilcott 23+4reb+3ast, B.Simpson 16+6reb+1ast, D.Sejr 12+1reb+3ast, A.Taran 12+2reb+6ast, P.Campbell 11+8reb+2ast, J.Beveridge 10+3reb+1ast

Group NBL1 West

East Perth E. - Joondalup W. 61-94

Everything went according to plan in Morley where seventh ranked Wanneroo (4-2) outleveled 13th ranked Eagles (1-7) 94-61 on Friday. Wanneroo dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 28. Wanneroo forced 21 Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 53-34 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Jonathan Wade fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Lochlan Cummings (189-95, college: HIU) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Point guard Kieran Berry (183-99) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and Jarrad Anastasio (199-97) added 5 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wanneroo moved-up to fifth place in League. Loser Eagles keep the thirteenth position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: W.Jonathan 34+10reb+3ast, L.Cummings 17+2reb+5ast, S.Vaiangina 14+8reb, R.Maxwell 8+4reb, R.Huntington 7+8reb+1ast, J.Wellsteed 5+6reb+1ast
East Perth E.: K.Berry 20+5reb+2ast, M.Vinci 6+1reb+1ast, T.Junior 6+3reb+2ast, A.Jarrad 5+9reb+3ast, A.Donlagic 5+5reb+2ast, L.Thwaites 5+2reb

Geraldton B. - Perry Lakes H. 63-90

There was no surprise in Wonthella where 11th ranked Buccaneers (1-3) were crushed by second ranked Hawks (5-1) 90-63 on Saturday. Hawks outrebounded Buccaneers 50-38 including 35 on the defensive glass. The former international forward Ben Purser (200-90, college: Augusta) fired 17 points and 5 assists for the winners. Swingman Cooper Hamilton (192-98) chipped in 16 points. Naturalized South Sudanese swingman Mathiang Muo (196-87, college: Charleston So.) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and power forward Matthew Wundenberg (200-83) added 8 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hawks keep a position of League leader. Loser Buccaneers dropped to the twelfth place with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: B.Purser 17+3reb+5ast, C.Hamilton 16+4reb+1ast, R.Smith 11+2reb+1ast, M.Clarke 10+4reb+3ast, M.Leary 9+2reb+2ast, R.Cassir 9+3reb+3ast
Geraldton B.: M.Muo 24+11reb+4ast, A.Ralph 12+3reb+1ast, M.Wundenberg 8+12reb+1ast, B.Elijah 7+1reb, D.Myers 5+1reb, G.Murray 3+1reb+1ast

Goldfields G. - Willetton T. 73-74

A very interesting game took place in Kalgoorlie. It ended with only one-point home defeat of 6th ranked Giants (3-3) to third ranked Tigers (5-1) 74-73 on Saturday evening. Tigers forced 20 Giants turnovers. Naturalized Scottish power forward Michael Vigor (206-90) nailed a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and guard Connor Mincherton (186-1) accounted for 21 points and 7 rebounds. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Swingman Julian Pesava (193-95, college: WBU) came up with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and New Zealand forward Dion Collins (203, college: CSC) added 13 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Giants in the defeat. Tigers moved-up to second place in League. Giants at the other side dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: M.Connor 21+7reb+2ast, M.Vigor 18+14reb+4ast, D.Scott 14+10reb+5ast, A.Black 10+7reb+3ast, L.Evans 7+2reb, W.Roosevelt 2+5reb+4ast
Goldfields G.: J.Pesava 16+8reb+5ast, D.Collins 13+10reb+1ast, F.Klasztorny 11+6reb+4ast, D.Kuany 9+4reb, D.Ballantyne 9+4reb+1ast, A.Tom 8+13reb+2ast

Mandurah M. - Perth R. 82-74

Everything could happen in Mandurah at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Magic and 9th ranked Redbacks had identical 2-3 record. This time Magic used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Northbridge 82-74 on Saturday night. Magic made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. Power forward Benjamin Smith (204-88, college: CUI) fired 21 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American forward Fred Williams (197-91, college: Madonna) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Magic players scored in double figures. Magic's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Power forward Louis Timms (206-91, college: WBU) produced 27 points and 7 rebounds and power forward Isaac Gattorna-Hargrave (203-99) added 20 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Magic maintains eighth place in League with 3-3 record. Loser Redbacks dropped to the eleventh position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: B.Smith 21+9reb+1ast, F.Williams 15+6reb+1ast, J.Grace 12+3reb+5ast, A.Deng 11+2reb+2ast, B.Carlwell 9+6reb, X.Shaw 4+2reb+2ast
Perth R.: L.Timms 27+7reb+1ast, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 20+4reb+4ast, T.Jackson 10+3reb+2ast, E.Kyden 7+2reb+1ast, J.Wagner 5+4reb+9ast, B.Lachlan 3+2reb+2ast

Warwick S. - Lakeside L. 61-90

There was a minor upset in Perth where leader Senators (4-1) were rolled over by fifth ranked Lightning (4-1) 90-61 on Saturday. American swingman Jay Bowie (196-92, college: Marist) fired 26 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Guard Kyle Armour (183-89, college: Augusta) chipped in 16 points and 5 assists. American guard Justin King (196-89, college: TRU) produced 19 points (made all of his seven free throws) and center Ashley Litterick (196-96) added 8 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Lightning moved-up to third place in League. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: J.Bowie 26+7reb, K.Armour 16+2reb+5ast, J.Isenbarger 9+2reb+4ast, L.Benjamin 9+1reb+2ast, C.Shervill 8+6reb+1ast, J.Prue 6+15reb+1ast
Warwick S.: J.King 19+1reb+2ast, C.Ellis 16+1reb+1ast, A.Litterick 8+10reb+2ast, C.Davis 7+9reb+2ast, A.Riak 4+3reb, E.Ethan 3+1ast

Rockingham F. - Cockburn C. 106-85

Rather predictable result in Rockingham where seventh ranked Flames (4-2) outscored 10th ranked Cougars (2-4) 106-85 on Saturday. Flames dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Cougars' 38 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Forward Atem Bior (201, college: UTSA) fired 21 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Justin Beard (196-96) chipped in 23 points and 5 rebounds. Five Flames players scored in double figures. Forward Jaarod Holmes (198-94) produced 17 points and 6 rebounds and guard Seva Chan (187-94) added 17 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Cougars keep the tenth position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: J.Beard 23+5reb+1ast, A.Bior 21+7reb+2ast, R.Godfrey 12+4ast, G.Hire 12+8reb+2ast, C.Riak 11+3reb, R.Brendan 10+1reb+1ast
Cockburn C.: J.Holmes 17+6reb, S.Chan 17+2reb+4ast, H.Josh 15+3reb+2ast, P.Nathan 9+3reb, G.Field 9+2reb+3ast, C.Kye 6+3reb+2ast

Eastern Suns - SW Slammers 80-90

Not a big story in a game in Kalamunda where bottom-ranked Suns (0-5) were defeated by twelfth ranked Slammers (2-3) 90-80 on Saturday. Center Mitch Keller (203-96, college: Delta St.) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Rhys Barrett (185-3) chipped in 19 points. Power forward Ryan Blanchett (203-96, college: FNU) produced 20 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Carl Aylett (181-97) added 17 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Slammers moved-up to ninth place in League. Loser Suns still closes the standings with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: M.Keller 25+11reb+5ast, B.Rhys 19+2reb+2ast, V.De Griend Caleb 11+8reb+2ast, C.Devan 9+5reb, B.Cody 9+4reb+4ast, R.Leigh 8+8reb
Eastern Suns: R.Blanchett 20+8reb+1ast, C.Aylett 17+3reb+6ast, M.Jermaine 13+8reb+3ast, B.Dinardo 8+7reb+3ast, R.Chuatwech 6+3reb+1ast, C.Johnson 6+1reb+2ast

Group WARATAH

Canberra G. - Hornsby S. 103-106

There was a surprise result when fourteenth ranked Spiders (2-6) edged on the road 4th placed Canberra Gunners (6-3) 106-103 on Saturday. Spiders had a 37-26 advantage in offensive rebounds. Lochlainn Simpson fired a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Malok Majak chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Akech Aliir produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds and center Glenn Morison (208, college: St.Edward's) added 20 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Canberra Gunners' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Spiders moved-up to twelfth place in League. Loser Canberra Gunners keep the fourth position with three games lost. Spiders will face Crusaders (#14) in Terrigal in the next round. Canberra Gunners will play on the road against Sydney City Comets (#7) in Alexandria and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Hornsby S.: S.Lochlainn 26+10reb+1ast, G.Thomas 20+5reb+3ast, M.Malok 19+10reb+3ast, Z.Hilary 15+6reb+2ast, M.Noman 11+5reb+2ast, D.Babb 8+5reb+3ast
Canberra G.: A.Akech 27+10reb+3ast, G.Morison 20+13reb+4ast, B.Doran 19+5reb+4ast, M.Shaun 12+7reb+4ast, P.Badalassi 12+4reb+4ast, M.Brown 6+2reb+3ast

Bankstown B. - Manly Warr. 75-87

There was no surprise in Condell Park where 8th ranked Bankstown Bruins (4-6) were defeated by first ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (8-1) 87-75 on Saturday. Naturalized American guard Indiana Faithfull (193-91, college: West Liberty) fired 13 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Steven White (182-90, college: Alaska-Anch.) chipped in 14 points and 7 assists. Forward Jack Lopez (196-94, college: Montana) produced 19 points and 8 rebounds and Keanu Reed added 15 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bankstown Bruins' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles maintains first place in League with 8-1 record. Loser Bankstown Bruins dropped to the tenth position with six games lost. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will face Hills Hornets (#8) in Baulkham Hills in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bankstown Bruins will play at home against Bulls and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr.: S.White 14+2reb+7ast, C.Lachlan 13+3reb+2ast, K.Painter 13+6reb, I.Faithfull 13+9reb+1ast, C.Jurlina 9+4reb, A.Bulgin 8+4reb
Bankstown B.: J.Lopez 19+8reb+2ast, R.Keanu 15+12reb+2ast, S.Shareef 12+6reb+1ast, V.Christopher 10+10reb, H.Caleb 7+3reb, T.Nicko 6+2reb

Cent.Coast C. - Sutherland S. 59-77

No shocking result in a game in Terrigal where sixth ranked Sutherland Sharks (6-4) defeated 13th ranked Crusaders (1-6) 77-59 on Saturday. Sutherland Sharks made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Geoffrey Gerlach fired 21 points and 6 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Point guard Aaron Borich (185, college: S.Oregon, agency: Big Game Management Inc.) chipped in 11 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward James Trustum (192) produced 14 points and 8 rebounds and Luke Cassidy added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Crusaders' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Sutherland Sharks maintains sixth place in League with 6-4 record. Loser Crusaders dropped to the fourteenth position with six games lost. Sutherland Sharks will face league's second-placed Excellence in Canberra in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Crusaders will play on the road against Spiders (#12) in Hornsby and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: G.Geoffrey 21+6reb+1ast, N.Callum 14+6reb+1ast, A.Borich 11+9reb+7ast, A.Kevin 10+3reb, L.Thomas 9+5reb+1ast, B.Musulin 7+6reb+7ast
Cent.Coast C.: J.Trustum 14+8reb+2ast, C.Luke 10+5reb+3ast, O.Hedger 8+6reb, W.Bates 8+4reb, J.Cracknell 6, E.Hayden 5+1reb

Illawarra H. 2 - Newcastle H. 51-81

Very expected game in Wollongong where bottom-ranked Hawks (0-8) were rolled over by ninth ranked Newcastle Hunters (4-5) 81-51 on Saturday. Newcastle Hunters dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 20. They outrebounded Hawks 54-29 including a 41-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Chier Maker (203-95, college: Idaho St.) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Myles Cherry (203-98, college: Lafayette) chipped in a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds. The former international guard Sean Mullan (198-90, college: Nova SE) produced 17 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Lachlan Dent (184-0) added 8 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Hawks' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Newcastle Hunters maintains ninth place in League with 4-5 record. Loser Hawks still closes the standings with eight games lost. Newcastle Hunters will have a break next round. Hawks will play on the road against Panthers (#13) in Penrith and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Newcastle H.: M.Cherry 27+12reb+1ast, C.Maker 22+15reb+4ast, M.Maluach 12+3reb+3ast, S.Jai 6+3reb, W.Michael 4+6reb+1ast, H.Johnson 4+2reb+2ast
Illawarra H. 2: S.Mullan 17+7reb+3ast, Z.Delaney 10+1reb, L.Dent 8+6reb+2ast, D.Philip 6+6reb+1ast, B.Freire 3+2reb+2ast, C.Riley 2+5reb+3ast

Inner WB - Maitland M. 81-85

Very predictable result in Inner West where fifth ranked Mustangs (6-3) beat 11th ranked Bulls (3-5) 85-81 on Saturday. Mustangs dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Bulls' 16 and made 26-of-32 free shots (81.3 percent) during the game, while Bulls only scored eight points from the stripe. They outrebounded Bulls 42-31 including a 31-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Daniel Millburn fired 27 points (made all of his fourteen free throws !!!) for the winners. Guard Kaia Isaac (185-3) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Four Mustangs players scored in double figures. Mustangs' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Hunter Madden (184-1, college: Idaho) produced 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and American Henry Mayen added 7 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Mustangs maintains fifth place in League with 6-3 record. Loser Bulls keep the eleventh position with five games lost. Mustangs will face higher ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (#3) in Crows Nest in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bulls will play on the road against Bankstown Bruins (#10) in Condell Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: D.Millburn 27+3reb, I.Kaia 17+8reb+2ast, S.McGann 13+6reb, J.Edwards 10+3reb+2ast, E.Connor 8+3reb+1ast, L.Funderburke 6+7reb
Inner WB: H.Madden 22+6reb+5ast, J.Weldon 11+1reb, A.Luca 10+6reb, R.Reggie 8+1reb, M.Henry 7+10reb+1ast, B.Kaylan 2

Hills H. - BA CoE 64-91

Not a big story in a game in Baulkham Hills where 6th ranked Hills Hornets (4-4) were outplayed by leader Excellence (7-0) 91-64 on Saturday. Excellence looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Hills Hornets' players. Guard Evan Kilminster (185-3) fired 16 points and 7 assists for the winners. Center Lachlan Olbrich (208-3) chipped in 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Excellence players scored in double figures. Liam Moss produced 17 points and Joe Patmore added 8 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Excellence maintains second place in League with 7-0 record having just three point less than leader Perry Lakes H. Loser Hills Hornets dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. Excellence will face Sutherland Sharks (#6) at home in the next round. Hills Hornets will play against the league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in Narrabeen and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: G.Ben 16+3reb+1ast, K.Evan 16+3reb+7ast, O.Lachlan 14+5reb+5ast, D.Joshua 13+5reb+2ast, T.Alexander 9+2reb+2ast, H.Joshua 7+4reb+4ast
Hills H.: M.Liam 17+3reb+3ast, D.Hayman 13+2reb+1ast, P.Joe 8+8reb+3ast, J.Prakash 8+2reb+1ast, K.Brefo 6+2ast, G.Jack 4+1reb+2ast

Norths Bears - Sydney C. 78-87

There was a surprise result in Crows Nest where ninth ranked Sydney City Comets (5-5) won against 3rd placed Norths Soul Sports Bears (6-2) 87-78 on Saturday. New Zealand center James Hunter (208-91, college: S.Dakota) fired a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Forward Ryan Abbott (198-2) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Anatoly Bose produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds and guard Jayden Hodgson (190-97, college: GVSU) added 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Five Norths Soul Sports Bears players scored in double figures. Sydney City Comets moved-up to seventh place in League. Loser Norths Soul Sports Bears keep the third position with two games lost. Sydney City Comets will face higher ranked Canberra Gunners (#4) at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Norths Soul Sports Bears will play against Panthers in Penrith and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: J.Hunter 29+12reb+2ast, A.Ryan 18+5reb+2ast, W.Johnston 14+3reb+1ast, E.Docker 6+3reb, L.Smith-Hyde 6+2reb+4ast, H.Alex 5+7reb+5ast
Norths Bears: B.Anatoly 23+11reb+3ast, J.Hodgson 19+11reb+4ast, P.Sanders 14+2reb, M.Robert 10+5reb+2ast, M.Golding 10+9reb+3ast, T.Giles 2+1reb

Hornsby S. - Penrith P. 88-85

There was a minor upset in Hornsby where 12th ranked Panthers (1-5) were edged by fourteenth ranked Spiders (2-6) 88-85 on Sunday. Spiders outrebounded Panthers 52-41 including 38 on the defensive glass. Malok Majak fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Thomas Gillis chipped in 12 points, 9 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Guard Benjamin Kearins (188, agency: BIG) produced 13 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists and naturalized Croatian power forward Goran Veg (205) added 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 blocks respectively for lost side. Four Spiders and five Panthers players scored in double figures. Spiders moved-up to twelfth place in League. Loser Panthers dropped to the thirteenth position with five games lost. Spiders will face Crusaders (#14) in Terrigal in the next round. Panthers will play at home against Norths Soul Sports Bears having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Hornsby S.: M.Malok 25+12reb+3ast, M.Noman 17+6reb, G.Thomas 12+9reb+7ast, S.Lochlainn 11+7reb+3ast, D.Babb 9+7reb+4ast, Z.Hilary 9+7reb+2ast
Penrith P.: C.Lachlan 16+2reb+2ast, G.Veg 16+9reb+2ast, B.Kearins 13+9reb+9ast, C.Day 12+7reb+1ast, R.Jasper 12+1reb+1ast, M.Christian 10+7reb+2ast

Sutherland S. - Newcastle H. 75-74

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Sutherland Sharks (6-4) edged at home 9th ranked Newcastle Hunters (4-5) 75-74 on Sunday. Strangely Newcastle Hunters outrebounded Sutherland Sharks 44-32 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Callum Norris fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Aaron Borich (185, college: S.Oregon, agency: Big Game Management Inc.) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists. Forward Myles Cherry (203-98, college: Lafayette) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 18 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese forward Chier Maker (203-95, college: Idaho St.) added 28 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Sutherland Sharks maintains sixth place in League with 6-4 record. Loser Newcastle Hunters keep the ninth position with five games lost. Sutherland Sharks will face league's second-placed Excellence in Canberra in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: A.Borich 21+1reb+5ast, N.Callum 17+11reb+2ast, A.Kevin 16+4reb, B.Musulin 8+5reb+6ast, G.Geoffrey 5+5reb+5ast, J.Wilson 4+1reb
Newcastle H.: C.Maker 28+11reb+1ast, M.Cherry 22+18reb+2ast, M.Maluach 9+4reb, G.Jaidyn 8+2reb+2ast, J.Dorricott 5+4reb+2ast, W.Michael 2+2reb+1ast



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