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It's still too early stage of the Regular Season in Big V, but even now we can clearly see the difference between stronger teams and outsiders. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Ballarat Miners as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Ballarat Miners defeated bottom-ranked Bendigo Braves in Wendouree 118-100. Ballarat Miners made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Ballarat Miners outrebounded Bendigo Braves 44-32 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Jack Davidson (-1998) who scored 32 points and 5 assists. Naturalized British swingman Adam Thoseby (197-1991, college: GSW) chipped in 29 points. American forward Isaac Murphy (190-2002, college: UW-Fox Valley) produced 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 6 other teams. Bendigo Braves at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. Bendigo Braves will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Ballarat Miners will try to continue on its current victory against fourteenth ranked Thunder in Melbourne.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Dandenong Rangers (1-1) on the court of leader Kilsyth Cobras. Visitors were defeated by Kilsyth Cobras 93-78. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Guard Adrian Tomada (-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Benjamin Ursich contributed with 21 points and 4 assists for the winners. Kilsyth Cobras' coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Harrison Bowater (191-2002) answered with 21 points for Dandenong Rangers. Kilsyth Cobras (2-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams. Dandenong Rangers at the other side dropped to the sixth place with one game lost. They share the position with 12 other teams. Kilsyth Cobras will play against Sabres (#19) in Cheltenham in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Dandenong Rangers will have a break next round.
A very close game took place in Greenacres between North Adelaide Rockets and Sturt Sabres. Fifth ranked North Adelaide Rockets (2-1) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Sturt Sabres (1-2). North Adelaide Rockets managed to escape with a 1-point win 75-74 on Thursday evening. Akech Aliir stepped up and scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Keanu Rasmussen responded with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Sturt Sabres' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. North Adelaide Rockets moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Sturt Sabres dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets will meet league's second-placed South Adelaide Panthers in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sturt Sabres will play against Noarlunga City Southern Tigers in Morphett Vale and hope to win that game.

Other games of round 5 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Norwood F. defeated C.District L. in Marden 92-83. Forestville E. smashed Eastern M. at home 103-69. Woodville W. won against Southern T. on the opponent's court 75-61. W.Adelaide B. lost to undefeated S.Adelaide P. in a home game 95-110. Frankston B. rolled over Sandringham S. on the road 102-78. Winless Cockburn C. lost to undefeated Rockingham F. on its own court 101-108. Winless East Perth E. was smashed by Joondalup W. in a road game 79-103. Kalamunda ES won against Perth R. at home 83-76. Warwick S. lost to undefeated Perry Lakes H. on the opponent's court 97-102. SW Slammers managed to beat Mandurah M. in a home game 81-73. Winless Lakeside L. was defeated by Willetton T. on the road 104-91. Geraldton B. was beaten by Perth R. on its own court 80-96.
The best stats of 5th round was 12 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists by Brian Voelkel of Perth R..

Group NBL1 Central

C.District L. - Norwood F. 83-92

Everything could happen in Gawler at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Norwood Flames and bottom-ranked Central District Lions had identical 0-2 record. But Central District Lions were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Marden 92-83 on Thursday night. Norwood Flames made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game. American center Collin Smith (211-1998, college: NC A&T) stepped up and scored 27 points and 7 rebounds for the winners and guard Matthew Lycett (194-1990) chipped in 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Center Ngor Nai (208, college: Baton Rouge) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and guard Kalani Sapwell (190-2002, college: LC State) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Norwood Flames (1-2) left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with 3 other teams. It was Central District Lions' third loss in a row. They still close the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Southern T. and Lakeside L.. Norwood Flames will meet higher ranked Woodville Warriors (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Central District Lions will play against Eastern Mavericks (#7) in Mt. Barker and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
C.District L.: N.Nai 20+10reb, K.Baker 20+3reb, B.Jenkins 14+2reb+6ast, K.Sapwell 14+12reb+4ast, B.Sunday 10+1reb+1ast, G.Ayual 5+2reb+1ast
Norwood F.: C.Smith 27+7reb+2ast, M.Lycett 19+7reb+5ast, M.Nuangki 18+6reb+1ast, J.Stanwix 15+6reb, S.Pontifex 11+2reb, D.Webber 2+4reb+5ast

Forestville E. - Eastern M. 103-69

No shocking result in a game in Goodwood where leader Forestville Eagles (3-0) smashed 4th placed Eastern Mavericks (1-2) 103-69 on Thursday. Forestville Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Eastern Mavericks' 36. Forestville Eagles had a 38-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Guard Brad Rathjen (188-1988, college: NIACC) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 assists for the winners and naturalized South Sudanese forward Malith Machar (198, college: Midland CC) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. Four Forestville Eagles players scored in double figures. American forward Jack Hemphill (206-1999, college: SFC) responded with 18 points and 9 rebounds and the other American import guard James Legan (190-1987, college: ECU) scored 10 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Forestville Eagles have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 3-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Eastern Mavericks dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Forestville Eagles will meet West Adelaide Bearcats (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Eastern Mavericks will play against Central District Lions and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: J.Hemphill 18+9reb, K.Ciabattoni 10+3reb+2ast, J.Legan 10+6reb+5ast, J.Robertson 9+4reb, G.Lengudi 7+6reb, E.Oscar 5+2reb+1ast
Forestville E.: G.Mays 18+3reb+1ast, M.Machar 17+6reb, J.Wilson 10+6reb+6ast, B.Rathjen 10+3reb+10ast, A.Doyle 9+2reb+4ast, J.Rios 9+4reb+1ast

N.Adelaide R. - Sturt S. 75-74

A very close game took place in Greenacres between North Adelaide Rockets and Sturt Sabres. Fifth ranked North Adelaide Rockets (2-1) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Sturt Sabres (1-2). North Adelaide Rockets managed to escape with a 1-point win 75-74 on Thursday evening. Akech Aliir stepped up and scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American forward Keouvion McCalop (203, college: Dakota Bottin.) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds. Four North Adelaide Rockets players scored in double figures. Guard Keanu Rasmussen (188-2003, college: CBU) responded with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Sturt Sabres' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. North Adelaide Rockets moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Sturt Sabres dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets will meet league's second-placed South Adelaide Panthers in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Sturt Sabres will play against Noarlunga City Southern Tigers in Morphett Vale and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: K.Rasmussen 21+8reb+4ast, J.Forbes 17+8reb+1ast, J.Rigoni 16+4reb+2ast, B.Robert 5+6reb, D.Nash 5+3reb, H.Reemst 4+3reb+2ast
N.Adelaide R.: A.Akech 20+8reb+4ast, K.McCalop 16+9reb+2ast, D.Carlisle 13+5reb, D.McDonald 12+6reb+4ast, H.Riley 9+9reb+3ast, W.Caleb 3+3reb

Southern T. - Woodville W. 61-75

Very expected game in Morphett Vale where bottom-ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (0-3) were defeated by leader Woodville Warriors (3-0) 75-61 on Thursday. Woodville Warriors forced 24 Noarlunga City Southern Tigers turnovers. Center Devon McGee (205-1997) stepped up and scored 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and American guard Jawan Stepney (192-1995, college: CWU) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Stepney is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Woodville Warriors players scored in double figures. New Zealand guard Jett Thompson (188-2003) responded with 12 points and 9 rebounds and Awak Machar scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Woodville Warriors have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with C.District L. and Lakeside L.. Woodville Warriors will meet at home Norwood Flames (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will play against Sturt Sabres and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: M.Awak 17+5reb+1ast, T.Jett 12+9reb+2ast, L.Nicholas 10+8reb+1ast, A.Awer 5+2reb, C.Scott 5+3reb+2ast, A.Green 4+3reb
Woodville W.: D.McGee 18+8reb+1ast, J.Stepney 17+4reb+4ast, B.Janssan 11+5reb+2ast, J.Jackson 10+5reb, A.Maiorana 6+3reb+2ast, R.Meldrum 5+8reb+2ast

W.Adelaide B. - S.Adelaide P. 95-110

Very predictable result in Woodville where leader South Adelaide Panthers (3-0) beat 7th ranked West Adelaide Bearcats (1-2) 110-95 on Friday. South Adelaide Panthers outrebounded West Adelaide Bearcats 46-29 including 31 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and forward Lloyd McVeigh (197-2003) chipped in 32 points and 10 rebounds. The former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) responded with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international guard Mitchell McCarron (189-1992, college: MSU Denver) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points, 8 rebounds, 12 assists and 7 steals. Four South Adelaide Panthers and five West Adelaide Bearcats players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. South Adelaide Panthers have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser West Adelaide Bearcats dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. South Adelaide Panthers will meet at home North Adelaide Rockets (#4) in the next round. West Adelaide Bearcats will play against the league's leader Forestville Eagles and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: A.Drmic 26+6reb+4ast, R.Fraser 20+5reb+1ast, N.Desantis 17+1ast, J.Spear 15+5reb, M.McCarron 13+8reb+12ast, T.Matthew 3+3reb
S.Adelaide P.: M.Lloyd 32+10reb+1ast, A.Starling 28+12reb+5ast, D.Johnson 15+9reb+8ast, A.Barton 13+1reb+2ast, J.Hoppo 7+1reb+1ast, T.Davies 7+2reb

Group NBL1 South

Ballarat M. - Bendigo B. 118-100

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Ballarat Miners as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Ballarat Miners defeated bottom-ranked Bendigo Braves in Wendouree 118-100. Ballarat Miners made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Ballarat Miners outrebounded Bendigo Braves 44-32 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Jack Davidson (-1998) who scored 32 points and 5 assists. Naturalized British swingman Adam Thoseby (197-1991, college: GSW) chipped in 29 points. Thoseby is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American forward Isaac Murphy (190-2002, college: UW-Fox Valley) produced 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import Isaac Turner (190-1992, college: St.Vincent) added 26 points respectively for the guests. Four Ballarat Miners and five Bendigo Braves players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 6 other teams. Bendigo Braves at the other side still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. Bendigo Braves will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Ballarat Miners will try to continue on its current victory against fourteenth ranked Thunder in Melbourne.
Top scorers:
Bendigo B.: I.Turner 26+1reb+1ast, I.Murphy 20+8reb+5ast, B.Johnson 13+3reb+7ast, R.Luke 12+5reb+6ast, A.Pechacek 11+6reb+2ast, O.Lachlan 7+1reb+1ast
Ballarat M.: D.Jack 32+2reb+5ast, A.Thoseby 29+4reb+3ast, R.Tyler 20+11reb+2ast, N.Pozoglou 14+13reb+4ast, A.Brooks 9+5reb+2ast, J.Lloyd 5+3reb+3ast

Kilsyth C. - Dandenong R. 93-78

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Dandenong Rangers (1-1) on the court of leader Kilsyth Cobras. Visitors were defeated by Kilsyth Cobras 93-78. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Kilsyth Cobras players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Dandenong Rangers' players. Guard Adrian Tomada (-1995) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Swingman Benjamin Ursich (196-1996, college: Augusta) contributed with 21 points and 4 assists for the winners. Kilsyth Cobras' coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Harrison Bowater (191-2002) answered with 21 points and guard Jesse Ghee (183-1995, college: Fullerton JC) added 13 points and 4 assists in the effort for Dandenong Rangers. Kilsyth Cobras (2-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams. Dandenong Rangers at the other side dropped to the sixth place with one game lost. They share the position with 12 other teams. Kilsyth Cobras will play against Sabres (#19) in Cheltenham in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Dandenong Rangers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: B.Harrison 21+2ast, M.Amius 14+2reb, J.Ghee 13+3reb+4ast, E.Lawson 8+5reb, J.Eyman 7+4reb, P.Deng 7+8reb
Kilsyth C.: A.Tomada 22+5reb+7ast, B.Ursich 21+3reb+4ast, J.Ahale 18+4reb+2ast, N.Abe 6+2reb+1ast, A.MacMillan 6+4reb+1ast, C.Jeffs 5+8reb+2ast

Sandringham S. - Frankston B. 78-102

Not a big story in a game in Cheltenham where bottom-ranked Sabres (0-2) were outplayed by leader Frankston Blues (2-0) 102-78 on Thursday. Frankston Blues made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Frankston Blues outrebounded Sabres 47-34 including a 38-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Point guard Lucas Barker (183-1993, college: Indianapolis) stepped up and scored 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American guard Jordan Evans (196, college: WT) chipped in 21 points and 7 rebounds. Ned Dillon responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and the former international forward David Okwera (208-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Five Frankston Blues and four Sabres 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. Frankston Blues keep a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Sabres still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. Frankston Blues will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sabres will play against Kilsyth Cobras (#3) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: D.Ned 22+5reb+1ast, O.David 16+10reb, C.Asuncion-Byrd 15+1reb+1ast, B.Campbell 12+6reb+3ast, K.Tom 6+4reb, N.Gabsch 4+2reb+2ast
Frankston B.: L.Barker 23+9reb+4ast, J.Evans 21+7reb+1ast, I.Hadziomerovic 17+6reb+2ast, B.Newley 17+2reb+2ast, D.Trist 10+15reb+1ast, C.Josh 8

Group NBL1 West

Cockburn C. - Rockingham F. 101-108

Everything went according to plan in Hamilton Hill where leader Flames (3-0) won against bottom-ranked Cougars (0-2) 108-101 on Thursday. Flames made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American power forward Jeremy Combs (201-1995, college: Texas Southern) stepped up and scored 23 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and naturalized American guard Marshall Nelson (184-1994, college: WBU) chipped in 17 points, 8 rebounds and 12 assists. Swingman Gavin Field (202-1989, college: UWG) responded with 25 points and 5 rebounds and American forward Courtney Alexander (203-1997, college: Tenn Tech) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Cougars still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. Flames will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cougars will play against Lightning (#14) in North Lake and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: G.Field 25+5reb+3ast, C.Alexander 20+5reb+1ast, H.Josh 15+3reb+1ast, T.Benning 13+3reb+7ast, K.Berry 11+1reb+1ast, L.Phillips 7+3reb
Rockingham F.: D.Walker 26+3reb+2ast, J.Combs 23+8reb+9ast, M.Nelson 17+8reb+12ast, T.Jervis 15+7reb, C.Beard 10+1reb, J.Beard 9+5reb+1ast

Joondalup W. - East Perth E. 103-79

Everything could happen in Joondalup at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Wanneroo and bottom-ranked Eagles had identical 0-1 record. This time Wanneroo used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from Morley 103-79 on Thursday night. The game was dominated by American players. Swingman C.J. Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) stepped up and scored 31 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and swingman Bryan Michaels (190-1996, college: Concordia, OR) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds. Four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Power forward Sebit Reath (208-1998, college: Lee JC) responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 15 rebounds and guard Justin King (196-1989, college: TRU) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wanneroo (1-1) left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Loser Eagles still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. Wanneroo will meet Suns (#9) in the next round. Eagles will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: S.Reath 27+15reb, J.King 16+5reb+2ast, T.Young 12+1reb+4ast, N.Hightower 8+5reb, C.Mateo 6+4reb, S.Noah 4+4reb
Joondalup W.: C.Turnage 31+9reb+6ast, Q.Dove 20+4reb+1ast, B.Michaels 17+7reb+3ast, M.Muo 15+7reb, B.England 8+2reb+1ast, C.Victor-Gabriel 5+2reb+1ast

Kalamunda ES - Perth R. 83-76

There was a small surprise in Kalamunda where eleventh ranked Suns (1-1) defeated 9th ranked Redbacks (2-1) 83-76 on Thursday. Suns made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. New Zealand guard Joe Cook-Green (185-1997, college: TxWes) stepped up and scored 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and American swingman Albert Almanza (198, college: SHSU) chipped in 22 points. American-Irish forward Brian Voelkel (196-1992, college: Vermont) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) scored 21 points. Four Redbacks players scored in double figures. Redbacks' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Suns left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Loser Redbacks dropped to the third position with one game lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Suns will meet at home Wanneroo (#8) in the next round. Redbacks will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: B.Hobbs 21+3reb+3ast, S.Vaiangina 17+7reb, B.Voelkel 15+10reb+4ast, T.Jackson 12+1reb+3ast, R.Chuatwech 5, M.Colton 4+3reb
Kalamunda ES: J.Cook-Green 25+7reb+7ast, A.Almanza 22+1reb+2ast, A.Deng 12+8reb+1ast, C.Lowe 8+3reb, R.Maxwell 7+8reb+4ast, B.Dinardo 5+2reb+2ast

Perry Lakes H. - Warwick S. 102-97

Very expected game in Floreat where 6th ranked Senators (1-1) were defeated by leader Hawks (3-0) 102-97 on Thursday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Hawks dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Senators' 36 and made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hawks made 9 blocks. American forward Daniel Alexander (206-1991, college: GCU, agency: Haylett Sports) stepped up and scored 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) chipped in 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Four Hawks players scored in double figures. Forward Caleb Davis (206-1995, college: SVSU) responded with 27 points and 5 rebounds and guard Ethan Elliott (190-2004, college: Trinity Baptist) scored 22 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Hawks have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain first place with 3-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Senators keep the sixth position with one game lost. They share it with 12 other teams. Hawks will meet Tigers (#4) in the next round. Senators will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: C.Davis 27+5reb+3ast, E.Elliott 22+4reb+1ast, H.Ford 11+2reb+2ast, P.George 9+7reb+4ast, U.Dibiamaka 9+1reb+2ast, S.Tyler 7+7reb+4ast
Perry Lakes H.: D.Alexander 24+6reb+2ast, M.Clarke 17+8reb+5ast, B.Purser 12+4reb+6ast, R.Cassir 11+2reb+3ast, J.Isenbarger 8+4reb, M.Leary 8+1ast

SW Slammers - Mandurah M. 81-73

Everything could happen in Bunbury at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked Slammers and bottom-ranked Magic had identical 0-1 record. This time Slammers used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Mandurah 81-73 on Thursday night. Slammers dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Magic's 30. Slammers forced 23 Magic turnovers and outrebounded them 42-29 including 32 on the defensive glass. American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and naturalized American power forward Clive Weeden (206-1987, college: Dartmouth) chipped in 12 points and 9 rebounds. Five Slammers players scored in double figures. American De'Quan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) responded with 28 points and 6 rebounds and Byron Pearson scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Slammers (1-1) left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with 12 other teams. Loser Magic still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: D.Abrom 28+6reb+2ast, P.Byron 21+7reb, I.Abergut 7+3reb, C.Jayden 7+1reb+1ast, C.Kyle 6+1reb+3ast, M.Joseph 4+4reb+1ast
SW Slammers: B.Tuach 27+10reb+6ast, C.Weeden 12+9reb, D.Okummu 12+3ast, C.Richardson 10+3reb+3ast, K.Pharell 10+2reb+1ast, C.Xavier 5+6reb

Willetton T. - Lakeside L. 104-91

Not a big story in a game in Willetton where bottom-ranked Lightning (0-3) was defeated by seventh ranked Tigers (2-1) 104-91 on Thursday. Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Guard Damien Scott (192-1992) stepped up and scored 26 points and 5 assists for the winners and the former international forward Mark Worthington (203-1983, college: MSU Denver) chipped in 24 points and 4 assists. American forward Dominic Jackson (203, college: TAMIU) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import forward Hayden Brown (196-1998, college: S.Carolina) scored 21 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Four Lightning players scored in double figures. Lightning's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tigers moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Lightning still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Southern T. and C.District L.. Tigers will meet at home league's leader Hawks in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Lightning will play against Cougars (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: H.Brown 21+2reb, D.Jackson 20+10reb, L.Benjamin 15+3reb+2ast, J.Davey 14+5reb+2ast, K.Armour 8+2reb+8ast, D.Green 7+6reb
Willetton T.: D.Hoskins Jr. 26+1reb+2ast, D.Scott 26+3reb+5ast, M.Worthington 24+1reb+4ast, H.Clarke 9+5reb+3ast, F.Travis 7+5reb+2ast, M.Vigor 6+15reb+6ast

Geraldton B. - Perth R. 80-96

There was a surprise result in Wonthella where ninth ranked Redbacks (2-1) won against 4th placed Buccaneers (1-1) 96-80 on Saturday. Redbacks forced 19 Buccaneers turnovers. Strangely Buccaneers outrebounded Redbacks 44-30 including 30 on the defensive glass. American-Irish forward Brian Voelkel (196-1992, college: Vermont) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners and American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) chipped in 22 points and 5 steals. Redbacks' coach used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. American power forward Liam Hunt (201-1995, college: HIU) responded with 13 points and 8 rebounds and guard Malik Meunier (185) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Redbacks moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Buccaneers dropped to the sixth position with one game lost. They share it with 12 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: M.Meunier 13+6reb+3ast, L.Hunt 13+8reb+1ast, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 12+5reb, S.Stewart 11+6reb+4ast, A.Ralph 11+3reb+2ast, R.Blanchett 10+4reb
Perth R.: B.Hobbs 22+2reb+3ast, S.Vaiangina 18+4reb, L.Timms 16+1ast, T.Jackson 13+6reb, B.Voelkel 12+10reb+10ast, M.Colton 11+5reb+1ast



Tags : JACK DAVIDSON, BALLARAT MINERS, AUSTRALIAN BASKETBALL