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Round 4 means everything may happen in Big V as the season just started. The round was exceptionally exciting as four games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Forestville Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Forestville Eagles defeated one of their biggest challengers North Adelaide Rockets in Goodwood 113-103. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Forestville Eagles made 25-of-31 free shots (80.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Adam Doyle (176-1991) fired 27 points and 7 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Malith Machar (198, college: Midland CC) chipped in 26 points and 9 rebounds. Akech Aliir produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 14 rebounds for lost side. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 8 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets at the other side keep the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets will play next round against Sturt Sabres trying to get back on the winning streak. Forestville Eagles will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Eastern Mavericks in Mt. Barker.
Undefeated Melbourne Uni (3-1) recorded its first loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked Jets (2-1) 92-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Melbourne Uni. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Ishmael Sanders (188, college: C-N) who helped to win the game recording 47 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Trevon Clayton contributed with 10 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Nicholas Masunda (188-1985) replied with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists for Melbourne Uni. Jets moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Townsville H. and Northside W. Melbourne Uni at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
An interesting game was played in Marden where West Adelaide Bearcats (#8) beat host Norwood Flames (#7) 94-80 on Friday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Mitchell McCarron who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals. At the losing side Matthew Lycett responded with 30 points and 7 rebounds. West Adelaide Bearcats (1-1) left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Norwood Flames still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. West Adelaide Bearcats will meet at home league's second-placed South Adelaide Panthers in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Norwood Flames will play against Central District Lions (#8) in Gawler and hope to get finally their first victory.

Rest of the games of round 4 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Camberwell defeated Blackburn V. in Melbourne 82-67. Bellarine S. lost to undefeated Hume City B. at home 67-94. McKinnon C. lost to Keysborough C. on the opponent's court 95-99. Bellarine S. lost to winless Western PS in a home game 81-88. Wyndham D. rolled over Western PS on the road 112-76. Eastern M. defeated Southern T. on its own court 93-86. S.Adelaide P. beat Sturt S. in Park Holme 76-64. Woodville W. won against C.District L. at home 61-54. Winless Bankstown B. lost to undefeated Sydney C. on the opponent's court 87-97. BA CoE rolled over Norths B. in a home game 114-68. Illawarra H. 2 crushed Manly Warr. on the road 94-69. Maitland M. smashed Hornsby S. on its own court 96-64. Canberra G. won against Sutherland S. in a road game 73-71. Winless Hills H. was outscored by Newcastle F. at home 77-104. Albury W.B. was rolled over Inner WB on the opponent's court 111-84. Cent.Coast C. defeated Penrith P. in a home game 86-75. Townsville H. lost to undefeated Mackay M. on the road 64-82. Gold Coast R. lost to undefeated Ipswich F. on its own court 88-108. Logan T. unfortunately lost to Northside W. in Taigum 84-90. Winless Rockhampton R. recorded a loss to Townsville H. at home 102-103. RedCity R. defeated SW Metro P. on the opponent's court 91-85. Winless SD Spartans lost to undefeated SC Phoenix in a home game 73-86. Cairns M. won against Darwin S. on the road 90-87. NGC Seahawks managed to outperform Northside W. on its own court 83-68. Winless Brisbane C. recorded a loss to USC Rip in Sippy Downs 99-87. Winless Sandringham S. lost to undefeated Mt Gambier at home 89-119. Winless Melbourne T. lost to undefeated Ballarat M. on the opponent's court 68-92. Winless Bendigo B. lost to undefeated Frankston B. in a home game 87-101. Winless Geelong S. lost to undefeated Kilsyth C. on the road 95-97. NW Tasmania managed to beat Hobart C. on its own court 80-70. Winless Casey C. lost to undefeated Dandenong R. in a road game 72-97. Winless Diamond V.E. lost to undefeated Eltham W. at home 77-87. Mt Gambier won against Nunawading S. on the opponent's court 104-94. Winless Waverley F. lost to undefeated Ringwood H. in a home game 71-81. Knox R. managed to beat Keilor T. on the road 88-73. Perry Lakes H. crushed East Perth E. on its own court 100-77. Winless Lakeside L. lost to undefeated Perth R. in Northbridge 60-103. Willetton T. lost to undefeated Rockingham F. at home 80-89. Winless SW Slammers lost to undefeated Geraldton B. on the opponent's court 45-106. Warwick S. rolled over Kalamunda ES in a home game 104-75. Willetton T. crushed Cockburn C. on the road 111-69. Goldfields G. smashed Mandurah M. on its own court 112-67. Perry Lakes H. won against Lakeside L. in Floreat 89-76. Rockingham F. managed to outperform Joondalup W. at home 120-107.
The best stats of 4th round was 32 points by Oskar Jones of Wyndham D..

Group Big V

Blackburn V. - Camberwell 67-82

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 6th ranked Vikings' (1-3) home loss to fifth ranked Camberwell (3-2) 67-82 on Saturday. Camberwell dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Vikings' 32. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Camberwell made 9 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American Anthony Kimble (196-1987, college: GSC) who helped to win the game recording 25 points and 5 rebounds and guard Fisto Bizima who added 26 points during the contest. Kimble is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side center Edward Bourke responded with 10 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Ray Mitchell (201-1989, college: CS Stanislaus) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Camberwell have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Cent.Coast C. Loser Vikings dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Camberwell: B.Fisto 26+2reb+1ast, A.Kimble 25+5reb+1ast, M.Jay 12+4reb+3ast, J.West 6+3reb+3ast, B.Crowe 5+4reb+5ast, C.Sean 3+6reb+1ast
Blackburn V.: R.Mitchell 13+5reb, K.Titgyeth 10+4reb+2ast, B.Edward 10+9reb+2ast, J.Tanner 9+3reb+1ast, D.Brito 5+2reb+5ast, H.Jakobe 5+7reb+2ast

Bellarine S. - Hume City B. 67-94

No shocking result in a game in Bellarine where top-ranked Hume City Broncos (4-0) smashed 6th ranked Storm (1-3) 94-67 on Sunday. Hume City Broncos forced 22 Storm turnovers and outrebounded them 50-36 including 19 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Christopher Kaba (203-1988, college: N.Colorado) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 9 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese forward Makuei Puondak (203-1994, college: UT Southern) who added 19 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American forward Jalen King (198, college: UTPB) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import swingman Josh Chery (190, college: St.Francis, IL) scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hume City Broncos have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record, which they share with Sydney C. Loser Storm dropped to the seventh place with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Hume City B.: M.Puondak 19+7reb+2ast, C.Kaba 19+9reb+1ast, S.Prendergast 17+3reb, C.Elder 11+3reb+4ast, C.Fiddes 10+6reb+3ast, S.Elijah-Taye 6+2reb
Bellarine S.: J.Chery 14+6reb+1ast, K.Max 11+3ast, L.Varley 10+2reb+2ast, J.King 10+15reb+4ast, G.Nathan 10+5reb+4ast, J.Rohan 9+2ast

Keysborough C. - McKinnon C. 99-95

Everything could happen in Keysborough at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Cougars and 7th ranked Cougars had identical 1-2 record. This time Cougars used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from McKinnon 99-95 on Sunday night. Cougars well out of reach of Cougars shooting 70.9 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 60.9 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Gerrard Newby (196-1995, college: Union, KY) who helped to win the game recording 21 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) and the other American import point guard Anthony Williams (178-1995, college: Clark Atlanta) who added 21 points during the contest. Williams is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Cougars' coach Nathan Vogt used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side American guard Nathan Davis (193-1998, college: Seton Hill) responded with 27 points (perfect from downtown making all five shots) and guard Mitchell Barry (190, college: HPU) scored 18 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Cougars maintains sixth position with 2-2 record, which they share with Albury W.B. and Sutherland S. Loser Cougars keep the seventh place with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Keysborough C.: G.Newby 21+2reb+1ast, A.Williams 21+1ast, C.Enge 19+2reb, L.Harper-Baker 13+1ast, L.Naoum 10+3ast, J.Leclerc 7+2ast
McKinnon C.: N.Davis 27+1reb, M.Barry 18+1reb+2ast, D.Agoth 14+2reb, L.Joe 13+1reb, J.Malvaso 12+3ast, J.Beasley 11

Melbourne Uni - Sunbury J. 84-92

Undefeated Melbourne Uni (3-1) recorded its first loss at the home court. Hosts were defeated by fifth ranked Jets (2-1) 92-84. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Melbourne Uni. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Ishmael Sanders (188, college: C-N) who helped to win the game recording 47 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The other American import forward Trevon Clayton (198, college: FPU) contributed with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Nicholas Masunda (188-1985) replied with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Stefan Pomasan added 14 points and 5 assists in the effort for Melbourne Uni. Four Jets and five Melbourne Uni players scored in double figures. Jets moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Townsville H. and Northside W. Melbourne Uni at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sunbury J.: I.Sanders 47+5reb+5ast, M.Barkeley 11+2reb+2ast, T.Clayton 10+15reb+3ast, M.Berezdecky 10+6reb, M.Nathan 9+2reb+4ast, W.Jeremy 5+5reb+2ast
Melbourne Uni: N.Masunda 24+17reb+5ast, S.Pomasan 14+4reb+5ast, M.Potter 13+2reb, R.Joel 13+4reb+5ast, L.Killey 12+8reb, M.Roseby 8+4reb+1ast

Bellarine S. - Western PS 81-88

There was a surprise result in Bellarine where tenth ranked Steelers (0-4) beat higher ranked Storm (1-3) 88-81 on Saturday. Steelers maintains tenth position with 0-4 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Storm dropped to the seventh place with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Western PS - Wyndham D. 76-112

Not a big story in a game in Western Port where bottom-ranked Steelers (0-4) were outplayed by fifth ranked Devils (3-1) 112-76 on Sunday. Devils looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and 4 assists and guard Oskar Jones who added 32 points during the contest. Worth to mention Howard played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. At the losing side American guard Scott Stone (193-1995, college: St.Cloud St.) responded with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Jack Gaze scored 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Steelers players scored in double figures. Steelers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Devils have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Steelers still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Wyndham D.: J.Oskar 32+2reb+2ast, M.Howard 29+4reb+4ast, T.Abram 14+4reb+1ast, A.Dolny 9+2reb+6ast, K.Green 8+5reb+7ast, A.Ayilara 6+5reb+4ast
Western PS: S.Stone 26+6reb+8ast, R.Permenter 18+5reb, J.Gaze 12+7reb+4ast, I.Liam 10+2reb, M.Turner 4+5reb, H.Edward 2

Group NBL1 Central

Eastern M. - Southern T. 93-86

Everything could happen in Mt. Barker at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked Eastern Mavericks and bottom-ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers had identical 0-1 record. This time Eastern Mavericks used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Morphett Vale 93-86 on Saturday night. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Jack Hemphill (206-1999, college: SFC) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds and the other American import guard James Legan (190-1987, college: ECU) who added 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side New Zealand guard Jett Thompson (188-2003) responded with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists and Apiok Dau produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Eastern Mavericks (1-1) left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Eastern Mavericks will meet league's leader Forestville Eagles in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will play against Woodville Warriors (#3) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: J.Hemphill 33+10reb+2ast, J.Legan 23+5reb+4ast, R.Jasper 12+9reb+9ast, G.Lengudi 10+10reb, K.Ciabattoni 10+6reb+3ast, J.Robertson 2+1reb+1ast
Southern T.: D.Apiok 18+12reb, L.Nicholas 18+8reb, A.Green 17+4reb, T.Jett 15+9reb+9ast, J.Fabian 12+4reb+3ast, C.Scott 4+4reb

Forestville E. - N.Adelaide R. 113-103

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Forestville Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Forestville Eagles defeated one of their biggest challengers North Adelaide Rockets in Goodwood 113-103. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Forestville Eagles made 25-of-31 free shots (80.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Adam Doyle (176-1991) fired 27 points and 7 assists (made all of his eight free throws) for the winners. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Malith Machar (198, college: Midland CC) chipped in 26 points and 9 rebounds. Akech Aliir produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 14 rebounds and American forward Keouvion McCalop (203, college: Dakota Bottin.) added 22 points, 12 rebounds and 5 blocks respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 8 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets at the other side keep the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets will play next round against Sturt Sabres trying to get back on the winning streak. Forestville Eagles will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Eastern Mavericks in Mt. Barker.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: A.Doyle 27+4reb+7ast, M.Machar 26+9reb+1ast, G.Mays 21+12reb+1ast, J.Rios 20+4reb+1ast, J.Isaac 10+7reb+2ast, B.Rathjen 7+2reb+4ast
N.Adelaide R.: H.Riley 25+3reb+5ast, K.McCalop 22+12reb+2ast, A.Akech 20+14reb+3ast, D.McDonald 16+2reb+16ast, D.Carlisle 11+7reb+2ast, P.Steven 4

Norwood F. - W.Adelaide B. 80-94

An interesting game was played in Marden where West Adelaide Bearcats (#8) beat host Norwood Flames (#7) 94-80 on Friday evening. West Adelaide Bearcats forced 25 Norwood Flames turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Mitchell McCarron (189-1992, college: MSU Denver) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) who added 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four West Adelaide Bearcats players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Matthew Lycett (194-1990) responded with 30 points and 7 rebounds and American center Collin Smith (211-1998, college: NC A&T) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. West Adelaide Bearcats (1-1) left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Norwood Flames still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. West Adelaide Bearcats will meet at home league's second-placed South Adelaide Panthers in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Norwood Flames will play against Central District Lions (#8) in Gawler and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: A.Drmic 22+11reb+4ast, M.McCarron 20+8reb+10ast, N.Desantis 16+2reb+1ast, J.Spear 14+4reb+1ast, L.Hunter 8+1reb, H.Staude 7+3reb+3ast
Norwood F.: M.Lycett 30+7reb+3ast, C.Smith 16+6reb+1ast, M.Nuangki 10+6reb+1ast, D.Webber 9+6reb+4ast, J.Stanwix 7+1reb+2ast, T.Goodall 5+4reb

Sturt S. - S.Adelaide P. 64-76

Everything could happen in Pasadena at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked South Adelaide Panthers and one of their biggest challengers Sturt Sabres had identical 1-0 record. But Sturt Sabres were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Park Holme 76-64 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Jarryd Hoppo (206, college: SUU) who added 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four South Adelaide Panthers players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists and naturalized Italian forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws). Sturt Sabres' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. South Adelaide Panthers (2-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Sturt Sabres keep the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. South Adelaide Panthers will meet West Adelaide Bearcats (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Sturt Sabres will play against North Adelaide Rockets in Greenacres and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: A.Starling 22+16reb+4ast, J.Hoppo 20+8reb+4ast, M.Lloyd 16+10reb+1ast, S.Johns 11+1reb+5ast, C.Myles 4+1reb+3ast, A.Barton 3+3reb
Sturt S.: J.Forbes 19+11reb+8ast, J.Rigoni 19+5reb, K.Rasmussen 14+6reb+1ast, T.Dowdell 6+5reb, B.Robert 4+1reb+1ast, H.Reemst 2+1reb

Woodville W. - C.District L. 61-54

The game between closely ranked teams ended with top-ranked Woodville Warriors' (2-0) home victory over bottom-ranked Central District Lions (0-2) 61-54 on Saturday. Woodville Warriors forced 20 Central District Lions turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Jawan Stepney (192-1995, college: CWU) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and 8 rebounds and power forward Alex Maiorana who added 11 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Stepney is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side American swingman Branden Jenkins (196-1994, college: TxWes) responded with 24 points and Sunday Bol scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Woodville Warriors keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Central District Lions still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Woodville Warriors will meet Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Central District Lions will play against Norwood Flames and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: J.Stepney 20+8reb+3ast, B.Janssan 11+2reb+1ast, A.Maiorana 11+5reb, O.Cooper 7+3reb+1ast, D.McGee 6+3reb, R.Meldrum 4+2reb+3ast
C.District L.: B.Jenkins 24+3reb+2ast, B.Sunday 16+6reb+1ast, K.Baker 5+6reb+1ast, G.Ayual 4+3reb, K.Sapwell 4+4reb+5ast, N.Nai 1+10reb

Group NBL1 East

Sydney C. - Bankstown B. 97-87

Very expected game in Alexandria where bottom-ranked Bankstown Bruins (0-4) were defeated by top-ranked Sydney City Comets (4-0) 97-87 on Saturday. Sydney City Comets dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Bankstown Bruins' 34. They outrebounded Bankstown Bruins 44-25 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Archer Woodhill who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 9 rebounds and American swingman Ilisia Washington (194-1998, college: Regis Univ.) who added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side guard Dragan Elkaz (196-1999, college: UC Riverside) responded with 36 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and guard Miguel Campos (187-2000) scored 12 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sydney City Comets have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Hume City B. Loser Bankstown Bruins still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: W.Archer 23+9reb, A.Christian 16+5reb, I.Washington 15+6reb+4ast, R.Julian 13+9reb+2ast, O.Isaiah 9+7reb+1ast, F.Edward 6+3ast
Bankstown B.: D.Elkaz 36+7reb+3ast, C.Miguel 12+2reb+2ast, B.Nathaniel 12+2reb+2ast, J.Lopez 12+2reb+2ast, S.Joshua 6+4reb+1ast, P.Jonah 4+1reb+2ast

BA CoE - Norths B. 114-68

The game between closely ranked teams ended with top-ranked Excellence's (6-0) home victory over their biggest opponent Norths Soul Sports Bears (3-1) 114-68 on Saturday. Excellence made 26-of-32 free shots (81.3 percent) during the game. Excellence outrebounded Norths Soul Sports Bears 48-32 including a 42-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Ben Henshall (195-2004) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and 6 assists and Jensen Bradtke (-2004) who added 21 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Five Excellence players scored in double figures. At the losing side naturalized South Sudanese guard Junior Madut (196-1997, college: Hawaii) responded with 24 points and 4 assists and swingman Lewis Holey (194-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 14 rebounds. Norths Soul Sports Bears' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Excellence have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record. Loser Norths Soul Sports Bears keep the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: H.Ben 29+3reb+6ast, B.Jensen 21+7reb, F.Luke 18+3reb, C.Alex 16+6reb+1ast, F.Jacob 10+6reb, Z.Rocco 10+10reb
Norths B.: J.Madut 24+1reb+4ast, L.Holey 10+14reb, J.Pain 9+1ast, K.Nathaniel 6+2reb, A.Bose 6+2reb, Y.Michael 5+3reb+1ast

Manly Warr. - Illawarra H. 2 69-94

Not a big story in a game in Narrabeen where 10th ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (1-3) were outplayed by fourth ranked Hawks (4-1) 94-69 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hawks made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Noah Pagotto (191-2005) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and guard William Hickey (194-1999) who added 17 points, 11 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Noah Thomas (188-1998, college: Drake) responded with 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Mitchell Evans (185-1997) scored 13 points. 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 have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Loser Manly Warringah Sea Eagles dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: P.Noah 27+11reb, H.William 17+11reb+8ast, W.Fred 13+4reb+3ast, D.Philip 11+11reb+1ast, B.Jalen 6+1ast, E.Laudato 5+3reb+1ast
Manly Warr.: N.Thomas 16+5reb+5ast, N.Maxim 13+5reb, M.Evans 13+4reb+1ast, V.Stefan 7+10reb, U.Eromon 7+4reb, A.Pashley 6+2reb

Maitland M. - Hornsby S. 96-64

Everything went according to plan in Maitland where eleventh ranked Mustangs (2-3) outleveled bottom-ranked Spiders (0-4) 96-64 on Saturday. Mustangs dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Spiders' 36. They outrebounded Spiders 44-23 including a 21-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) who helped to win the game recording 13 points and 5 assists and forward Will Mortimore (200-2005) who added 10 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Mustangs players scored in double figures. At the losing side point guard Moses Bartley (166-2003) responded with 11 points and 4 assists and Thomas Gillis (-2000) scored 9 points and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mustangs moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Canberra G. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: W.Cranston-Lown 13+3reb+5ast, K.Warren 12+2reb+2ast, M.Gray 11+5reb, J.Hunter 10+5reb, M.Will 10+7reb+1ast, V.Luka Ashton 8+7reb+3ast
Hornsby S.: P.Fraser 12+1reb, B.Moses 11+4reb+4ast, W.Benjamin 11+4reb, G.Thomas 9+4reb+4ast, M.Peitok 8+1reb, B.Kwabena 6+4reb+3ast

Sutherland S. - Canberra G. 71-73

There was an upset when higher ranked Sutherland Sharks (2-2) were edged at home by twelfth ranked Canberra Gunners (2-3) 73-71 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points and 20 rebounds and point guard Dhal Fieg (180-2001, college: S.Georgia Tech) who added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. At the losing side Geoffrey Gerlach (-1995) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds and American Marquel Beasley (196-1993, college: Fort Lewis) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Canberra Gunners moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Maitland M. Loser Sutherland Sharks dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. They share it with Albury W.B. and Keysborough C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Canberra G.: G.Morison 22+20reb+2ast, D.Fieg 12+8reb+6ast, N.Peters 11+6reb, J.Mapiou 9+7reb+2ast, P.Badalassi 7+7reb+1ast, M.Shaun 6+2reb+2ast
Sutherland S.: G.Geoffrey 19+14reb+1ast, M.Beasley 18+13reb+1ast, A.Cabrera 9+10reb+1ast, J.Mitchell 9+7reb+5ast, N.Callum 8+1reb, H.Lochlan 5+3reb+4ast

Hills H. - Newcastle F. 77-104

No shocking result in a game in Baulkham Hills where eighth ranked Falcons (3-1) smashed bottom-ranked Hills Hornets (0-4) 104-77 on Saturday. Falcons forced 19 Hills Hornets turnovers and outrebounded them 40-23 including a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) and naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) who added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists during the contest. At the losing side guard Lachlan Charlton (192-2000) responded with 15 points and American forward Shawn Montague (198-1997, college: SNHU) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Falcons have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Hills Hornets still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: M.Cherry 27+12reb+3ast, A.Gaines 20+4reb+2ast, M.Maluach 18+4reb+2ast, R.Beisty 13+8reb+9ast, J.Dorricott 6+2reb+3ast, A.Clinton 6+1reb+1ast
Hills H.: C.Lachlan 15+1reb+2ast, S.Montague 12+5reb+1ast, P.Joe 10+1reb, M.Liam 10+1reb+2ast, F.Marvin 9, G.Campbell 6+3reb

Inner WB - Albury W.B. 111-84

Everything could happen in Inner West at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Bulls and 6th ranked Bandits had identical 2-1 record. This time Bulls used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Albury 111-84 on Saturday night. Bulls outrebounded Bandits 39-28 including 26 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Alex Higgins-Titsha (197-2000) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) and Canadian guard Blake Morrow (193-1996, college: Southeastern) who added 30 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) during the contest. Morrow is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side guard Lochlan Cummings (189-1995, college: HIU) responded with 22 points and 5 steals (made all of his seven free throws) and forward Shaquille Maharaj (196-1997, college: Camosun) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bulls (3-1) moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Bandits keep the sixth position with two games lost. They share it with Sutherland S. and Keysborough C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: B.Morrow 30+2reb+3ast, H.Alex 29+10reb+3ast, C.Bryant 14+6reb+1ast, B.Kaylan 10+2reb+6ast, J.MacCann 9+1reb+1ast, T.Tolovae 5+5reb+1ast
Albury W.B.: L.Cummings 22+2reb+1ast, S.Maharaj 15+7reb+1ast, J.Cincurak 14+2reb+5ast, J.Coleman 13+4reb+2ast, W.Dylan 8+2reb+1ast, M.Parks Jr. 8+8reb

Cent.Coast C. - Penrith P. 86-75

Very predictable result in Terrigal where ninth ranked Crusaders (3-2) beat bottom-ranked Panthers (0-4) 86-75 on Sunday. Crusaders forced 22 Panthers turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Aaron Redhead (-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 12 points and 15 rebounds and forward James Trustum (197-1992) who added 15 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five Crusaders players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Caleb Fetui-Fa (195-2003) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 16 rebounds and Kaylis Beaumont-Tafua (-2001) scored 18 points. Panthers' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Crusaders moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Camberwell. Loser Panthers still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: W.Bates 16+5reb+2ast, J.Trustum 15+9reb+3ast, W.Isaiah 13+4reb+4ast, C.Luke 13+7reb+3ast, R.Aaron 12+15reb+2ast, W.Nicholas 9+1ast
Penrith P.: F.Caleb 24+16reb+1ast, B.Kaylis 18+2reb+1ast, S.Pranaya 12+6ast, F.Jaedyn 8+6reb+1ast, P.Ryan 5+7reb+1ast, C.James 2+1reb+2ast

Group NBL1 North

Mackay M. - Townsville H. 82-64

There was a minor upset when 3rd ranked Townsville Heat (2-1) was defeated on the road by top-ranked Mackay Meteors (2-0) 82-64 on Friday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Mackay Meteors forced 30 Townsville Heat turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) who helped to win the game recording 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 8 steals and Haitian center Djery Jean-Baptiste (209-1995, college: UMass) who added 12 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) during the contest. At the losing side power forward Kane Runnalls (206-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and Michael Cedar (190-1986) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mackay Meteors keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Townsville Heat dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with Northside W. and Sunbury J.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mackay M.: I.White 34+5reb+5ast, D.Jean-Baptiste 12+8reb+2ast, I.Lee 11+1reb+2ast, T.Williams 5+4reb+3ast, M.Kye 5+5reb, D.Amarco 4
Townsville H.: R.Kane 11+11reb, E.Betts 10+4reb+4ast, M.Cedar 10+7reb+2ast, M.Garrick 9+2reb+3ast, M.Rees 8+6reb+3ast, L.Yates 6+10reb+2ast

Gold Coast R. - Ipswich F. 88-108

Everything could happen in Gold Coast at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Ipswich Force and their biggest opponent Rollers had identical 1-0 record. But Rollers were not able to use a home court advantage and were outleveled by the opponent from Booval 108-88 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Ipswich Force outrebounded Rollers 47-31 including a 37-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Ipswich Force made 10 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and naturalized American forward Kyrin Galloway (203-1999, college: UNCG) who added 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. At the losing side the former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) responded with a triple-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists and power forward Cameron Thew (208-1999) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ipswich Force (2-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Rollers dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: K.Galloway 28+6reb, N.Sobey 26+6reb+6ast, D.Deng 20+9reb, G.Jaylin 17+8reb, C.Goldfinch 7+1reb+1ast, J.Ralph 3+9reb+9ast
Gold Coast R.: J.Cadee 21+12reb+12ast, J.Morris 15+2reb+2ast, T.Cameron 14+7reb, H.Nevarda 10+1reb+1ast, T.Benjamin 9+2reb+4ast, T.Diop 8

Northside W. - Logan T. 90-84

There was a minor upset in Taigum where one of their biggest challengers Thunder (1-1) was defeated by sixth ranked Northside Wizards (2-1) 90-84 on Saturday. Northside Wizards made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Andrew White III (200-1993, college: Syracuse) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 8 rebounds and guard Cameron Healy (190, college: SUU) who added 17 points, 6 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Five Northside Wizards players scored in double figures. At the losing side power forward Mitch Young (206-1990, college: St.Mary's, CA) responded with 23 points and 8 rebounds and guard Shaun Bruce (190-1991) scored 14 points and 8 assists. Northside Wizards moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Townsville H. and Sunbury J. Loser Thunder keeps the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: A.White III 24+8reb+1ast, C.Healy 17+2reb+6ast, D.Lual 14+5reb+2ast, R.Deshawn 11+1reb+5ast, R.Jed 11+8reb+1ast, J.Leaney 11+5reb+1ast
Logan T.: M.Young 23+8reb, M.Boston 15+1reb+1ast, S.Bruce 14+3reb+8ast, M.Jean-Luc 9+7reb+1ast, R.Bach 8+4reb+3ast, T.Howard 8+8reb+6ast

Rockhampton R. - Townsville H. 102-103

No shocking result in a game in Rockhampton where third ranked Townsville Heat (2-1) edged bottom-ranked Rockets (0-2) 103-102 on Saturday. Townsville Heat dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Rockets' 50. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Luca Yates (208-2004, college: Barry) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) and guard Ethan Betts (188-1998, college: Umpqua CC) who added 21 points and 8 assists during the contest. Townsville Heat's coach Shane Froling used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side New Zealand guard Nikau McCullough (190-1997, college: St.Mary's, TX) responded with 36 points (!!!) and 4 assists and American guard Wesley Harris (203-1997, college: Tennessee St.) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Despite that victory Townsville Heat went down to fourth position due to points difference, which they share with Northside W. and Sunbury J. Loser Rockets still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Townsville H.: L.Yates 23+10reb+2ast, E.Betts 21+4reb+8ast, M.Cedar 18+4reb+2ast, M.Garrick 15+3reb+1ast, N.Max 8+1ast, C.Kann 8+3reb+4ast
Rockhampton R.: N.McCullough 36+4reb+4ast, W.Harris 22+12reb+1ast, A.McWilliam 19+6reb+2ast, C.Maker 18+5reb+4ast, R.Hayden 4+1reb+3ast, J.Summers 3+7reb+9ast

SW Metro P. - RedCity R. 85-91

Everything could happen in Runcorn at the game between two tied teams. Both twelfth ranked Roar and bottom-ranked South West Metro Pirates had identical 0-1 record. But South West Metro Pirates were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Brisbane 91-85 on Saturday night. Roar outrebounded South West Metro Pirates 43-31 including 16 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Jaylen Key (203-1997, college: New Orleans, agency: One Motive Sports) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Nelson Larkins (180-1996) who added 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side American swingman Lamar Patterson (196-1991, college: Pittsburgh) responded with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international point guard Kai Woodfall (183-1996, college: MBU) scored 20 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Roar (1-1) left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser South West Metro Pirates still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
RedCity R.: J.Key 26+8reb, N.Larkins 20+8reb+4ast, J.Mumtaz 19+4reb+3ast, S.Jordan 10+6reb, A.Godinet 7+6reb+1ast, K.Bishop 7+9reb+1ast
SW Metro P.: K.Woodfall 20+4reb+2ast, B.Teys 20+3reb+1ast, L.Patterson 19+6reb+7ast, S.Roman 10+2reb+1ast, Z.Carter 7+4reb+1ast, C.Cedar 5+4reb+4ast

SD Spartans - SC Phoenix 73-86

Very predictable result when top-ranked Phoenix (2-0) beat on the road bottom-ranked Brisbane Spartans (0-2) 86-73 on Saturday. Phoenix forced 22 Brisbane Spartans turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Jamaal Robateau (196-1994, college: Gardner-Webb) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals and naturalized New Zealand Jonathan Janssen (205-1995, college: HPU) who added 14 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Five Phoenix players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) responded with 27 points and 5 rebounds and the former international guard Alexander Mudronja (196-1999, college: St.Mary's, CA) scored 20 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Phoenix keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Brisbane Spartans still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: J.Robateau 18+7reb+5ast, K.Shastri 17+4reb+2ast, J.Janssen 14+11reb, N.Kahler 11+9reb+5ast, J.Aver 10+1reb+2ast, M.Kerle 10+1reb+2ast
SD Spartans: K.Sapwell 27+5reb+3ast, A.Mudronja 20+3reb, D.Kian 9+7reb+2ast, G.Akoldah 8+8reb, A.Ugrinic 4+7reb, M.William 3+1reb+1ast

Darwin S. - Cairns M. 87-90

There was a minor upset in Darwin where top-ranked Salties (1-1) were edged by tenth ranked Cairns Marlins (1-1) 90-87 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and Jonah Antonio (196-1997, college: Wake Forest) who added 15 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Five Cairns Marlins players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international swingman Makuach Maluach (200-1998, college: N.Mexico) responded with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international guard Sean Macdonald (185-2000) scored 25 points and 5 assists. Salties' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Cairns Marlins left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams including defeated Salties. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: T.Dufelmeier 23+12reb+5ast, C.Ahwang 19+1reb+2ast, D.Travis 17+2reb+1ast, K.Stattmann 16+4reb+1ast, J.Antonio 15+10reb+1ast, C.Tyson 0
Darwin S.: S.Macdonald 25+2reb+5ast, M.Maluach 23+7reb+4ast, J.Jamerson 14+5reb+1ast, J.Spiers 7+3reb+1ast, N.Jawai 6+5reb+1ast, D.George 6+1reb+2ast

NGC Seahawks - Northside W. 83-68

There was a surprise result in Runaway Bay where eleventh ranked Seahawks (1-1) won against higher ranked Northside Wizards (2-1) 83-68 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists and guard Kody Stattmann (202-2000, college: Virginia) who added 21 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Lual Diing (205-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and American swingman Andrew White III (200-1993, college: Syracuse) scored 23 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Seahawks left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Northside Wizards dropped to the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with Townsville H. and Sunbury J.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: K.Stattmann 21+9reb+2ast, B.Bayles 19+5reb+11ast, D.Gurney 17+8reb+2ast, A.Krause 12+2reb, W.Lachlan 5+4reb, J.Duach 5+1reb+1ast
Northside W.: A.White III 23+6reb+2ast, D.Lual 17+14reb+4ast, C.Healy 13+7reb+2ast, R.Deshawn 12+4reb+3ast, S.Mitchell 2, Z.Williams-Hook 1

USC Rip - Brisbane C. 99-87

Everything could happen in Sippy Downs at the game between two tied teams. Both sixteenth ranked Rip City and bottom-ranked Brisbane Capitals had identical 0-1 record. This time Rip City used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Brisbane 99-87 on Sunday night. Rip City looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Brandon Wood (188-1989, college: Michigan St., agency: Interperformances) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists and the former international guard Matthew Kenyon (196-1998) who added 21 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Malok Majak (-2000) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds and point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) scored 12 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Rip City and four Brisbane Capitals players scored in double figures. Brisbane Capitals' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Rip City (1-1) left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Brisbane Capitals still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
USC Rip: B.Wood 22+5reb+11ast, M.Kenyon 21+11reb+3ast, E.McAlister 16+6reb+2ast, C.Shervill 14+9reb+3ast, V.Williams Jr. 13+6reb+1ast, J.Tueta 6+2reb
Brisbane C.: M.Malok 25+15reb, P.Geordan 13+4reb+2ast, L.Dent 12+7reb+7ast, A.Kopcikas 11+2reb+1ast, W.Wal Yohana 7+4reb+2ast, M.Johns 5+5reb+3ast

Group NBL1 South

Sandringham S. - Mt Gambier 89-119

No shocking result in a game in Cheltenham where top-ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (2-0) smashed bottom-ranked Sabres (0-1) 119-89 on Saturday. They outrebounded Sabres 43-30 including 32 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Jacob Lampkin (206-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and the former international swingman Nick Marshall (196-1999, college: Clarke) who added 32 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side naturalized American guard CJ Asuncion-Byrd (194-1996, college: LeMoyne) responded with 27 points and Campbell Blogg scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Five Mount Gambier Pioneers and four Sabres players scored in double figures. Mount Gambier Pioneers keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Sabres still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Mount Gambier Pioneers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sabres will play against Frankston Blues (#5) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: N.Marshall 32+6reb, J.Lampkin 28+11reb+2ast, J.Pesava 21+5reb, M.William 16+4reb, C.Seeley 14+11reb+2ast, M.Dylan 4+3reb+1ast
Sandringham S.: C.Asuncion-Byrd 27+1reb+1ast, B.Campbell 21+5reb+2ast, O.David 18+8reb, N.Gabsch 12+2reb+1ast, D.Ned 7+3reb, C.Sammy 2+3reb

Ballarat M. - Melbourne T. 92-68

Everything could happen in Wendouree at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Ballarat Miners and bottom-ranked Tigers had identical 0-0 record. This time Ballarat Miners used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Melbourne 92-68 on Saturday night. Ballarat Miners outrebounded Tigers 48-26 including a 39-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of center Tyler Rudolph (-1996) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds and guard Jack Davidson (-1998) who added 20 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) responded with 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Mason Gaze (198-2001, college: Lindenwood) scored 13 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Ballarat Miners went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Tigers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Ballarat Miners will meet at home Bendigo Braves (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tigers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: R.Tyler 20+13reb+1ast, D.Jack 20+7reb+1ast, A.Thoseby 19+2reb, J.Lloyd 10+5reb+1ast, N.Pozoglou 6+13reb+4ast, M.Cody 6+3reb+10ast
Melbourne T.: J.Purchase 17+5reb+7ast, M.Gaze 13+3reb+3ast, M.Callan 9+4reb, R.Simankevicius 8+1reb, M.Wearne 6+1reb+3ast, C.Taj 5+3reb+4ast

Bendigo B. - Frankston B. 87-101

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Frankston Blues and much higher ranked Bendigo Braves had identical 0-0 record. But Bendigo Braves were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Seaford 101-87 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Frankston Blues made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Frankston Blues outrebounded Bendigo Braves 47-33 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Lucas Barker (183-1993, college: Indianapolis) who helped to win the game recording 29 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and the former international swingman Brad Newley (198-1985) who added 18 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Five Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. Frankston Blues' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Czech center Adam Pechacek (207-1995) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Luke Rosendale (-2001) scored 24 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Frankston Blues (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Bendigo Braves still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Frankston Blues will meet Sabres (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bendigo Braves will play against the league's second-placed Ballarat Miners (#2) in Wendouree and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: L.Barker 29+8reb+6ast, B.Newley 18+12reb, D.Trist 18+10reb+1ast, I.Hadziomerovic 15+9reb+1ast, J.Evans 13+3reb+2ast, C.Josh 8+1reb+2ast
Bendigo B.: R.Luke 24+8reb+5ast, A.Pechacek 24+12reb+5ast, B.Johnson 18+3reb+5ast, L.Mayen 8+4reb+4ast, I.Turner 5+1reb, M.Dylan 3

Kilsyth C. - Geelong S. 97-95

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Kilsyth Cobras and bottom-ranked Geelong Supercats had identical 0-0 record. This time Kilsyth Cobras used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Geelong 97-95 on Saturday night. Kilsyth Cobras dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Geelong Supercats' 40. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Corey Jeffs (203-1994, college: Winona St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and guard Mitchell Dielemans (-1998) who added 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Five Kilsyth Cobras players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) responded with 37 points (!!!) and 5 assists and American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU, agency: IceBasket) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Kilsyth Cobras (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Geelong Supercats still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Kilsyth Cobras will meet at home Dandenong Rangers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Geelong Supercats will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth C.: C.Jeffs 25+10reb+3ast, A.Tomada 17+2reb+1ast, M.Dielemans 12+5reb+3ast, J.Ahale 11+4reb+2ast, B.Ursich 11+6reb+3ast, N.Abe 8+3reb
Geelong S.: H.Gabe 37+2reb+5ast, D.Gatlin 26+12reb+4ast, N.Velasquez 9+3reb+2ast, O.Odigie 6+5reb+1ast, L.McInerney 5+3reb+1ast, H.Liam 5+2reb+4ast

NW Tasmania - Hobart C. 80-70

Everything could happen in Ulverstone at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked NW Tasmania Thunder and bottom-ranked Chargers had identical 0-0 record. This time NW Tasmania Thunder used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Hobart 80-70 on Saturday night. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Venkatesha Jois (203-1993, college: EWU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points, 16 rebounds and 7 assists and swingman Joe Chilcott (193-1996) who added 20 points and 4 assists during the contest. Four NW Tasmania Thunder players scored in double figures. NW Tasmania Thunder's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side the former international swingman Sam McDaniel (198-1995, college: ULM) responded with 19 points and 8 rebounds and American guard Devin Watson (185-1995, college: SDSU) scored 18 points. NW Tasmania Thunder (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Chargers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
NW Tasmania: J.Chilcott 20+2reb+4ast, V.Jois 17+16reb+7ast, D.Vionte 15+1reb+2ast, S.Kye 14+1reb, T.Armstrong 6+8reb+2ast, P.Campbell 5+6reb+1ast
Hobart C.: S.McDaniel 19+8reb+1ast, D.Watson 18+4reb+1ast, J.Hargrave 12+10reb, O.Angerstein 10+4reb, B.Callum 9+7reb+1ast, R.Jacob 2+10reb+3ast

Dandenong R. - Casey C. 97-72

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Dandenong Rangers and one of their biggest challengers Cavaliers had identical 0-0 record. This time Dandenong Rangers used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from Cranbourne 97-72 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Dandenong Rangers forced 22 Cavaliers turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Jesse Ghee (183-1995, college: Fullerton JC) who helped to win the game recording 27 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals and guard Deng Puoch (-1999) who added 20 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Dandenong Rangers players scored in double figures. At the losing side American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) responded with 18 points and 8 rebounds and American swingman Malcolm Bernard (198-1994, college: Xavier, agency: BIG) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dandenong Rangers (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Cavaliers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Dandenong Rangers will meet Kilsyth Cobras (#6) on the road in the next round. Cavaliers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: J.Ghee 27+6reb+5ast, P.Deng 20+5reb+2ast, J.Roberts 12+7reb, M.Amius 11+2reb+2ast, E.Lawson 10+6reb, J.Eyman 9+6reb+1ast
Casey C.: P.Bungei 18+8reb+2ast, M.Bernard 17+7reb+2ast, M.Perry 11+3reb, N.Frost 6+6reb+1ast, S.Biernacki 5, D.Baker 4+2reb

Diamond V.E. - Eltham W. 77-87

Everything could happen in Greensborough at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Eltham Wildcats and bottom-ranked Diamond Valley Eagles had identical 0-0 record. But Diamond Valley Eagles were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Eltham 87-77 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Eltham Wildcats outrebounded Diamond Valley Eagles 42-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Owen Foxwell (187-2003) who added 25 points during the contest. Five Eltham Wildcats players scored in double figures. At the losing side the former international guard Dejan Vasiljevic (190-1997, college: Miami, FL) responded with 22 points and naturalized Sudanese forward Ngor Manyang (200-1993) scored 17 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Eltham Wildcats (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: F.Owen 25+3reb+1ast, S.Short 15+3reb+3ast, A.Glover 15+10reb+7ast, J.Sykes 15+7reb+1ast, C.Dalton 10+7reb+2ast, S.Whelan 3+1reb
Diamond V.E.: D.Vasiljevic 22+4reb+3ast, N.Manyang 17+4reb, D.O'Wili 11+7reb, B.Ryan 8+4reb+1ast, S.BJ 7+1reb, M.Worthy 5+1ast

Nunawading S. - Mt Gambier 94-104

The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked Spectres' (0-1) home loss to top-ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (2-0) 94-104 on Sunday. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Jacob Lampkin (206-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) who helped to win the game recording 31 points and 9 rebounds and the former international swingman Nick Marshall (196-1999, college: Clarke) who added 28 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Mount Gambier Pioneers players scored in double figures. At the losing side American swingman Jalen Gibbs (190-1999, college: JSU) responded with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Will Carius (201, college: W.Illinois) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Spectres' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mount Gambier Pioneers keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Spectres still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: J.Lampkin 31+9reb+2ast, N.Marshall 28+6reb+6ast, M.William 16+5reb+1ast, J.Pesava 11+8reb+2ast, C.Seeley 7+3reb+1ast, A.Shelley 6+1ast
Nunawading S.: J.Gibbs 28+5reb+4ast, D.Tristan 15+2reb, W.Carius 14+8reb+1ast, J.Geer 8+3reb+1ast, J.Tomasi 8+8reb, J.Gandolfo 8+3reb+6ast

Waverley F. - Ringwood H. 71-81

Everything could happen in Mount Waverley at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Ringwood Hawks and bottom-ranked Waverley Falcons had identical 0-0 record. But Waverley Falcons were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Heathmont 81-71 on Sunday night. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC, agency: IceBasket) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and the other American import forward Kyle Daggett (198, college: Shepherd) who added 10 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Lawton is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. At the losing side American forward Dillon Stith (201-1992, college: St.Vincent) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds and guard Dexter Kernich-Drew (199-1991, college: WSU) scored 14 points. Four Waverley Falcons players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ringwood Hawks (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Waverley Falcons still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: J.Lawton 30+3reb, K.Daggett 10+10reb, S.Clarke 9+4reb+2ast, A.Sturt 8+4reb+1ast, L.Shelley 7+1reb+1ast, M.Roberts 7+1ast
Waverley F.: D.Kernich-Drew 14+3reb+3ast, D.Stith 13+9reb, J.Heath 13+3reb, T.Forsyth 11+7reb+1ast, A.Karabatsos 8+3reb+1ast, M.Harper 7+1ast

Keilor T. - Knox R. 73-88

Everything could happen in Melbourne at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Knox Raiders and bottom-ranked Thunder had identical 0-0 record. But Thunder was not able to use a home court advantage and was defeated by the opponent from Wantirna South 88-73 on Sunday night. Knox Raiders looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American point guard KJ Feagin (185-1997, college: SDSU) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and naturalized South Sudanese center Deng Acuoth (213-1996) who added 21 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side guard Zac Triplett (196-2001, college: Portland) responded with 23 points and 7 rebounds and American forward William Jenkins III (201-1996, college: Virginia Union) scored 13 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Thunder's coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Knox Raiders (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Thunder still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: A.Deng 21+10reb+1ast, K.Feagin 19+8reb+7ast, D.Hare 11+5reb+1ast, M.Peatling 11+7reb+3ast, R.Austin 11+4reb+1ast, N.Bailey 8+1reb+7ast
Keilor T.: Z.Triplett 23+7reb+1ast, W.Jenkins III 13+9reb, O.Hayes-Brown 12+6reb+1ast, E.Wardlow 11+3reb+5ast, C.Riak 7+3reb+1ast, B.Cruz 5+2reb

Group NBL1 West

Perry Lakes H. - East Perth E. 100-77

Everything went according to plan in Floreat where top-ranked Hawks (2-0) outleveled bottom-ranked Eagles (0-1) 100-77 on Friday. Hawks dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles' 38. Hawks forced 29 Eagles turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hawks made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Matthew Leary (190-2000, college: Knox) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and American forward Daniel Alexander (206-1991, college: GCU, agency: Haylett Sports) who added 13 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side American guard Justin King (196-1989, college: TRU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import power forward Sebit Reath (208-1998, college: Lee JC) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Five Hawks and four Eagles players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hawks keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Eagles still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Hawks will meet at home Senators (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Eagles will play against Wanneroo in Joondalup and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: M.Leary 19+2reb+1ast, R.Cassir 13+3reb+2ast, D.Alexander 13+6reb+2ast, B.Purser 12+3ast, F.Nicholas 12+7reb, M.Clarke 10+4reb+7ast
East Perth E.: J.King 20+12reb+2ast, S.Reath 16+15reb+1ast, J.Grace 13+1reb+2ast, S.Noah 12+1reb, A.Jarrad 7+4reb, N.Hightower 4+5reb+1ast

Perth R. - Lakeside L. 103-60

There was no surprise in Northbridge where bottom-ranked Lightning (0-2) was crushed by top-ranked Redbacks (1-0) 103-60 on Friday. Redbacks forced 22 Lightning turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 7 rebounds and New Zealand forward Sioeli Vaiangina (202-1998, college: Panola JC) who added 16 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five Redbacks players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Dominic Jackson (203, college: TAMIU) responded with 12 points and 6 rebounds and forward Max Richards (201-2000, college: USU Eastern) scored 11 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Redbacks left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Lightning still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Redbacks will meet Buccaneers (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Lightning will play against Tigers (#7) in Willetton and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: B.Hobbs 21+7reb+2ast, S.Vaiangina 16+8reb+1ast, L.Timms 15+5reb, T.Jackson 14+1reb+1ast, M.Colton 12+3reb, E.Kyden 6
Lakeside L.: D.Jackson 12+6reb, M.Richards 11+4reb+2ast, J.Davey 9+6reb, D.Green 8+7reb, K.Armour 7+3reb+1ast, T.Parkinson 7+5reb

Willetton T. - Rockingham F. 80-89

Everything could happen in Willetton at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Flames and 6th ranked Tigers had identical 1-0 record. But Tigers were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Rockingham 89-80 on Friday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Flames made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Devondrick Walker (196-1992, college: A&M-Commerce) who helped to win the game recording 37 points (!!!), 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and the other American import power forward Jeremy Combs (201-1995, college: Texas Southern) who added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Flames players scored in double figures. At the losing side center Gorjok Gak (211-1996, college: CBU) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 15 rebounds and American guard Darnell Hoskins Jr. (180, college: SVSU) scored 15 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Flames (2-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Tigers dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. Flames will meet Cougars (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tigers will play against Lightning (#14) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: D.Walker 37+5reb+4ast, J.Combs 13+8reb+4ast, T.Jervis 10+11reb+3ast, R.Godfrey 10+2ast, J.Beard 9+4reb, M.Nelson 8+1reb+2ast
Willetton T.: G.Gak 22+15reb+1ast, D.Hoskins Jr. 15+2reb+2ast, D.Scott 11+4reb+1ast, F.Travis 7+1reb+2ast, G.Thomas 7+3reb, M.Worthington 6+3reb+1ast

Geraldton B. - SW Slammers 106-45

Everything could happen in Wonthella at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Buccaneers and bottom-ranked Slammers had identical 0-0 record. This time Buccaneers used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Bunbury 106-45 on Saturday night. Buccaneers dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 24. Buccaneers forced 26 Slammers turnovers and outrebounded them 56-28 including a 23-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Slammers' players. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Aaron Ralph (200-1989) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Shaun Stewart (183-1994, college: Limestone, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Buccaneers players scored in double figures. At the losing side swingman Manyiel Wugol (198, college: FNU) responded with 17 points and American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 8 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Buccaneers (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Buccaneers will meet at home Redbacks (#5) in the next round. Slammers will play against Magic and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: N.Johny 18+5reb+2ast, A.Ralph 18+9reb, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 17+6reb+2ast, S.Stewart 16+6reb+4ast, M.Meunier 12+3reb+10ast, L.Hunt 10+8reb+1ast
SW Slammers: M.Wugol 17+4reb+2ast, B.Tuach 8+2reb+3ast, H.Jaikie 8+3reb+1ast, W.Nathan 6+3reb, H.Riley 4+4reb, C.Xavier 2+5reb

Warwick S. - Kalamunda ES 104-75

Everything could happen in Perth at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Senators and bottom-ranked Suns had identical 0-0 record. This time Senators used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Kalamunda 104-75 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Senators made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Ethan Elliott (190-2004, college: Trinity Baptist) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 6 assists and forward Caleb Davis (206-1995, college: SVSU) who added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side the former international guard Reece Maxwell (185-1990) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and New Zealand guard Joe Cook-Green (185-1997, college: TxWes) scored 16 points. Four Suns players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Senators (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Suns still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Senators will meet league's leader Hawks in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Suns will play against Redbacks (#5) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: E.Elliott 23+2reb+6ast, C.Ellis 21+2reb+2ast, C.Davis 18+5reb+4ast, P.George 7+9reb+5ast, H.Ford 6+6reb, M.Mason 6+1reb
Kalamunda ES: J.Cook-Green 16+4reb+1ast, R.Maxwell 15+8reb+2ast, A.Almanza 11+4reb+2ast, B.Dinardo 10+3reb+2ast, S.Salinas 7+5reb+2ast, A.Tom 5+5reb+1ast

Cockburn C. - Willetton T. 69-111

There was an upset in Hamilton Hill where top-ranked Cougars (0-1) were outplayed by sixth ranked Tigers (1-1) 111-69 on Saturday. Tigers dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Cougars' 44. They outrebounded Cougars 55-30 including a 41-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Cougars' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Tigers made 9 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of center Gorjok Gak (211-1996, college: CBU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and the former international guard Hunter Clarke (196-2001, college: Montana) who added 13 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Five Tigers players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Luke Phillips (208, college: ULM) responded with 13 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Taj Benning (193-1998, college: Fairfield) scored 15 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Tigers left bottom position moving up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Cougars still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Tigers will meet at home Lightning (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cougars will play against the league's second-placed Flames (#2) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: G.Gak 20+10reb+2ast, D.Hoskins Jr. 15+5reb+1ast, D.Scott 14+4reb+6ast, H.Clarke 13+9reb+5ast, I.Joshua 12+6reb+1ast, G.Thomas 12+6reb+4ast
Cockburn C.: H.Josh 17+2reb, T.Benning 15+2reb+2ast, L.Phillips 13+9reb, G.Field 6+1reb+1ast, S.Chan 5+3reb+4ast, P.Keegan 4+1reb

Goldfields G. - Mandurah M. 112-67

Everything could happen in Kalgoorlie at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Giants and bottom-ranked Magic had identical 0-0 record. This time Giants used a home court advantage and outleveled the opponent from Mandurah 112-67 on Saturday night. Giants dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Magic's 42. Giants forced 23 Magic turnovers and outrebounded them 53-35 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Jerome Reid (195-1996) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and American guard Michael Dupree (185, college: Northwest) who added 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Giants players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Ray Turner (206-1990, college: Texas A&M) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds and guard Kai Daniels (193, college: Regis Univ.) scored 14 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Giants (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Magic still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Giants will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Magic will play against Slammers (#13) in Bunbury and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: M.Dupree 19+5reb+4ast, J.Reid 18+8reb+5ast, M.Garang III 15+9reb+2ast, L.Smith 12+6reb+1ast, K.Anguik 12+6reb+2ast, D.Ballantyne 11+3reb+3ast
Mandurah M.: K.Daniels 14+4reb+3ast, R.Turner 12+11reb, P.Byron 11+6reb+1ast, D.Abrom 8+6reb+5ast, C.Richards 6+2reb, M.Joseph 6+2reb+2ast

Lakeside L. - Perry Lakes H. 76-89

There was no surprise in North Lake where bottom-ranked Lightning (0-2) was defeated by top-ranked Hawks (2-0) 89-76 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international forward Ben Purser (200-1990, college: Augusta) who added 17 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Hawks' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Dominic Jackson (203, college: TAMIU) responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds and forward Tom Parkinson (200-1989) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Four Hawks and five Lightning players scored in double figures. Hawks keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Lightning still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Hawks will meet at home Senators (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Lightning will play against Tigers in Willetton and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: M.Clarke 23+7reb+4ast, B.Purser 17+7reb+3ast, M.Leary 13+4reb+1ast, D.Alexander 10+7reb+3ast, L.Thomas 9+11reb+3ast, B.Cole-Heath 7+2reb
Lakeside L.: D.Jackson 14+7reb+1ast, T.Parkinson 14+7reb, J.Davey 12+4reb+2ast, N.Palleschi 11+2reb+3ast, K.Armour 10+3reb+6ast, M.Richards 6+2reb+3ast

Rockingham F. - Joondalup W. 120-107

The game between closely ranked teams ended with top-ranked Flames' (2-0) home victory over bottom-ranked Wanneroo (0-1) 120-107 on Saturday. They outrebounded Wanneroo 44-23 including a 26-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Flames looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Devondrick Walker (196-1992, college: A&M-Commerce) who helped to win the game recording 35 points (!!!) and 5 assists and naturalized American guard Marshall Nelson (184-1994, college: WBU) who added 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward Quintin Dove (200-1998, college: UT Martin) responded with 30 points and 7 rebounds and his fellow American import swingman C.J. Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) scored 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Flames and five Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Wanneroo's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Flames keep a position of league leader, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Wanneroo still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 15 other teams. Flames will meet Cougars (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wanneroo will play against Eagles and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: D.Walker 35+5ast, M.Nelson 23+9reb+5ast, J.Combs 21+9reb+6ast, R.Godfrey 17+3reb+7ast, J.Beard 11+6reb, T.Durnin 7+9reb+1ast
Joondalup W.: Q.Dove 30+7reb+3ast, C.Turnage 25+7reb+4ast, B.Michaels 15+1reb+2ast, M.Muo 13+1reb+4ast, J.Wellsteed 11+3reb+3ast, C.Jurlina 11+2reb+1ast



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