State Leagues Latest Results and Stats

- May 15, 2023

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

Nikolas DeSantis

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Bearcats as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Bearcats smashed their close opponent Forestville Eagles in Woodville 100-54. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Bearcats forced 25 Forestville Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 43-32 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Bearcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Nikolas DeSantis (-1998) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) who added 13 points and 9 assists during the contest. At the losing side American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) responded with 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. Bearcats (7-2) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Forestville Eagles at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Forestville Eagles will play next round against North Adelaide Rockets trying to get back on the winning streak. Bearcats will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Leading Hume City Broncos (8-2) recorded its second loss in Tullamarine. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Cougars (7-3) 98-90. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. The winners were led by American point guard Anthony Williams (178-1995, college: Clark Atlanta) who scored that evening 26 points and 8 rebounds and Gerrard Newby supported him with 15 points and 16 rebounds. Even a double-double of 26 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists by American guard Troyce Manassa (193-1993, college: SSU) did not help to save the game for Hume City Broncos. Cougars have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Hume City Broncos at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Frankston B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
A very close game took place in Flinders Park between Woodville Warriors and Norwood Flames. Fifth ranked Woodville Warriors (6-4) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Norwood Flames (4-5). Woodville Warriors managed to escape with a 2-point win 73-71 on Saturday evening. Jawan Stepney fired 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Woodville Warriors' coach Scott Whitmore used entire bench in such tough game. Jack Stanwix produced 19 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Woodville Warriors maintains fifth position with 6-4 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Norwood Flames lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Woodville Warriors will meet Central District Lions (#9) in the next round. Norwood Flames will have a break next round.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 16: Wyndham D. destroyed Camberwell on the opponent's court 112-73. Blackburn V. unfortunately lost to Melbourne Uni in a home game 81-95. Western PS recorded a loss to Bellarine S. on the road 95-100. Eastern M. crushed C.District L. on its own court 96-73. N.Adelaide R. beat S.Adelaide P. in Greenacres 77-73. Winless Southern T. lost to Sturt S. at home 80-90. Norths B. managed to outperform Hornsby S. on the opponent's court 87-77. Canberra G. rolled over Sydney C. in a home game 90-68. Illawarra H. 2 was defeated by Albury W.B. on the road 93-86. Cent.Coast C. was smashed by Newcastle F. on its own court 74-99. Inner WB won against Maitland M. in Inner West 97-91. Hills H. managed to outperform Manly Warr. at home 79-68. Bankstown B. managed to beat Penrith P. on the opponent's court 85-76. Cairns M. defeated Mackay M. in a home game 96-89. SW Metro P. was beaten by Gold Coast R. on the road 102-99. Ipswich F. won against USC Rip on its own court 111-102. RedCity R. unfortunately lost to SD Spartans in Brisbane 83-88. Logan T. rolled over NGC Seahawks at home 100-74. Northside W. were crushed by SC Phoenix on the opponent's court 91-68. Darwin S. beat Mackay M. in a home game 102-88. Geelong S. won against Hobart C. on the road 79-64. Mt Gambier unfortunately lost to Waverley F. on its own court 71-77. Keilor T. was rolled over Sandringham S. in Cheltenham 89-125. Ballarat M. was defeated by Knox R. at home 92-99. Nunawading S. beat Casey C. on the opponent's court 87-72. Kilsyth C. lost to Diamond V.E. in a home game 80-89. Geelong S. outscored NW Tasmania on the road 98-72. Bendigo B. managed to beat Dandenong R. on its own court 89-85. Melbourne T. was defeated by Eltham W. in a road game 100-91. Ringwood H. was beaten by Frankston B. at home 81-88. SW Slammers was destroyed by Cockburn C. on the opponent's court 125-87. Perry Lakes H. managed to outperform Lakeside L. in a home game 86-79. Willetton T. was rolled over Geraldton B. on the road 120-98. SW Slammers was crushed by East Perth E. on its own court 75-103. Perry Lakes H. were beaten by Warwick S. in Perth 92-74. Goldfields G. won against Joondalup W. at home 100-96. Perth R. outscored Rockingham F. on the opponent's court 79-52. Kalamunda ES managed to beat Mandurah M. in a home game 94-81.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 38 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 4 assists by Scott Stone of Western PS.

Group Big V

Camberwell - Wyndham D. 73-112

Very expected game in Melbourne where 7th ranked Camberwell (3-8) was crushed by third ranked Devils (7-3) 112-73 on Saturday. Devils forced 23 Camberwell turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) fired 31 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Oskar Jones chipped in 27 points. Howard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Devils players scored in double figures. American Anthony Kimble (196-1987, college: GSC) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and guard Fisto Bizima added 19 points respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Devils have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Camberwell lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Penrith P.. Devils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Camberwell will play against Cougars (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Wyndham D.: M.Howard 31+5reb+4ast, J.Oskar 27+2reb+3ast, D.Emmanwiel 17+6reb+1ast, K.Green 10+5reb+2ast, D.Herbert 8+3reb+3ast, A.Dolny 8+1reb+3ast
Camberwell: B.Fisto 19+2reb+2ast, A.Kimble 12+12reb+1ast, M.Jay 10+9reb+1ast, C.Sean 9+7reb+2ast, G.James 7+6reb+1ast, J.Thornton 7+3reb+1ast

Hume City B. - Keysborough C. 90-98

Leading Hume City Broncos (8-2) recorded its second loss in Tullamarine. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Cougars (7-3) 98-90. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Hume City Broncos were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by American point guard Anthony Williams (178-1995, college: Clark Atlanta) who scored that evening 26 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward Gerrard Newby (196-1995, college: Union, KY) supported him with 15 points and 16 rebounds. Williams is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even a double-double of 26 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists by American guard Troyce Manassa (193-1993, college: SSU) did not help to save the game for Hume City Broncos. Forward Corey Fiddes (198, college: CS East Bay) added 17 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cougars have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Hume City Broncos at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Frankston B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Keysborough C.: A.Williams 26+8reb+2ast, C.Enge 18+11reb, L.Naoum 15+5reb+4ast, G.Newby 15+16reb+1ast, J.Leclerc 9+6reb, I.Geathers 7+5reb+1ast
Hume City B.: T.Manassa 26+12reb+6ast, C.Fiddes 17+10reb+3ast, C.Kaba 14+11reb, C.Elder 11+2ast, M.Puondak 10+4reb, M.Viitala 6+9reb+2ast

Blackburn V. - Melbourne Uni 81-95

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Melbourne Uni (6-3) defeated on the road 9th ranked Vikings (2-9) 95-81 on Saturday. Melbourne Uni dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Vikings' 24 and made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Forward Joel Rimes (196) fired 33 points (!!!) for the winners. Guard Shayan Mahboobi chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Denzel Brito (185-1991, college: Loyola, MD) produced 25 points and his fellow American import guard Ray Mitchell (201-1989, college: CS Stanislaus) added 20 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Melbourne Uni moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Vikings lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Dandenong R.. Melbourne Uni will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vikings will play against the league's second-placed Jets (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Melbourne Uni: R.Joel 33+2reb+2ast, M.Shayan 14+6reb+4ast, M.Roseby 11+4reb+1ast, N.Masunda 8+7reb+3ast, S.Lucas 7+5reb+1ast, S.Pomasan 6+2reb+2ast
Blackburn V.: D.Brito 25+2reb+2ast, R.Mitchell 20+4reb+1ast, B.Edward 10+5reb+2ast, K.Keil 9+2reb+3ast, K.Titgyeth 8+1reb, A.Jarod 5+1reb

Bellarine S. - Western PS 100-95

Everything could happen in Bellarine at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Storm and 9th ranked Steelers had identical 1-7 record. This time Storm used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Western Port 100-95 on Saturday night. Storm looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Steelers' players. Point guard Lewis Varley (186-1993) fired a double-double by scoring 12 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists and 4 steals for the winners. American swingman Joshua Chery (190, college: St.Francis, IL) chipped in 24 points. Four Storm players scored in double figures. American guard Scott Stone (193-1995, college: St.Cloud St.) produced a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import center Russell Permenter (203-1988, college: Providence) added 27 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Steelers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Storm (2-7) moved-up to eighth place. Loser Steelers dropped to the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with East Perth E. and SW Slammers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bellarine S.: J.Chery 24+4reb+1ast, K.Max 17+5reb+2ast, J.Rohan 13+4reb+3ast, L.Varley 12+9reb+10ast, T.Sebastian 11+1reb+1ast, G.Nathan 10+2reb+5ast
Western PS: S.Stone 38+10reb+4ast, R.Permenter 27+12reb, J.Gaze 13+8reb+1ast, D.Corletto 8+1reb+10ast, I.Liam 5, M.Turner 4+1reb

Group NBL1 Central

Eastern M. - C.District L. 96-73

Everything could happen in Mt. Barker at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Eastern Mavericks and 9th ranked Central District Lions had identical 2-7 record. This time Eastern Mavericks used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Gawler 96-73 on Saturday night. Eastern Mavericks forced 19 Central District Lions turnovers. Strangely Central District Lions outrebounded Eastern Mavericks 45-33 including 35 on the defensive glass. American guard James Legan (190-1987, college: ECU) fired 30 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The other American import forward Jack Hemphill (206-1999, college: SFC) chipped in 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. American swingman Branden Jenkins (196-1994, college: TxWes) produced 27 points and 5 rebounds and forward Magok Manyang (203-2002, college: N.Mexico JC) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Eastern Mavericks maintains eighth position with 3-7 record, which they share with Lakeside L. and Cent.Coast C. Central District Lions lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Bankstown B. and Casey C.. Eastern Mavericks will meet Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (#10) in the next round. Central District Lions will play against Woodville Warriors and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: J.Legan 30+7reb+2ast, J.Hemphill 24+8reb+4ast, R.Owen 17+2reb, R.Jasper 9+3reb+7ast, G.Lengudi 8+9reb+1ast, J.Robertson 4+3reb
C.District L.: B.Jenkins 27+5reb+1ast, M.Manyang 13+6reb+2ast, B.Sunday 10+4reb+2ast, K.Baker 9+7reb+1ast, D.Nathaniel 4+7reb, G.Ayual 4+2reb

W.Adelaide B. - Forestville E. 100-54

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Bearcats as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Bearcats smashed their close opponent Forestville Eagles in Woodville 100-54. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Bearcats forced 25 Forestville Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 43-32 including a 33-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Bearcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Nikolas DeSantis (-1998) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) who added 13 points and 9 assists during the contest. Four Bearcats players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) responded with 11 points and guard Brad Rathjen (188-1998, college: NIACC) scored 6 points 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. Bearcats (7-2) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Forestville Eagles at the other side dropped to the second place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Forestville Eagles will play next round against North Adelaide Rockets trying to get back on the winning streak. Bearcats will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: N.DeSantis 21+6reb+4ast, L.Olbrich 19+4reb, R.Fraser 18+5reb+1ast, A.Drmic 13+4reb+9ast, J.Spear 9+5reb+1ast, T.Matthew 5+1reb+1ast
Forestville E.: G.Mays 11+4reb+2ast, A.Doyle 8+2reb+2ast, G.Stefan 6+2reb+1ast, B.Rathjen 6+3reb+5ast, M.Machar 5+4reb, J.Rios 4+1reb+2ast

S.Adelaide P. - N.Adelaide R. 73-77

There was an upset in Park Holme where much higher ranked South Adelaide Panthers (7-3) were defeated by sixth ranked North Adelaide Rockets (6-4) 77-73 on Saturday. North Adelaide Rockets forced 22 South Adelaide Panthers turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when North Adelaide Rockets made 7 blocks. Guard Riley Harrap (-2000) fired 26 points and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Akech Aliir (-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. The former international power forward Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) produced 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Lloyd McVeigh (197-2003) added 22 points respectively for lost side. Four South Adelaide Panthers players scored in double figures. North Adelaide Rockets have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser South Adelaide Panthers keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. North Adelaide Rockets will meet at home higher ranked Forestville Eagles (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. South Adelaide Panthers will play against the league's second-placed Sturt Sabres and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: H.Riley 26+3reb+4ast, A.Akech 15+11reb+1ast, K.McCalop 14+10reb, W.Caleb 9+1reb, D.McDonald 8+3reb+10ast, D.Carlisle 5+4reb+1ast
S.Adelaide P.: M.Lloyd 22+4reb+2ast, D.Johnson 18+9reb+4ast, C.Ellison 12+14reb+2ast, T.Davies 10+4reb+3ast, A.Barton 9+2ast, S.Johns 2+5reb+5ast

Southern T. - Sturt S. 80-90

No shocking result in a game in Morphett Vale where fourth ranked Sturt Sabres (7-3) won against bottom-ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (0-10) 90-80 on Saturday. Sturt Sabres forced 22 Noarlunga City Southern Tigers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Naturalized Italian forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Keanu Rasmussen (188-2003, college: CBU) chipped in 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. New Zealand guard Jett Thompson (188-2003) produced 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Apiok Dau (-1999) added 10 points and 13 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sturt Sabres have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers still closes the standings with ten games lost. Sturt Sabres will meet South Adelaide Panthers (#4) in the next round. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers will play against Eastern Mavericks (#8) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: J.Rigoni 34+10reb+1ast, K.Rasmussen 19+9reb+5ast, J.Forbes 14+6reb+5ast, S.Daly 9+3reb+4ast, J.Turnbull 5+1reb+2ast, T.Dowdell 3+5reb+3ast
Southern T.: T.Jett 19+5reb+5ast, M.Awak 14+4reb, A.Green 13+5reb+2ast, L.Nicholas 11+5reb+1ast, D.Apiok 10+13reb+2ast, D.Alexander 7+3reb

Woodville W. - Norwood F. 73-71

A very close game took place in Flinders Park between Woodville Warriors and Norwood Flames. Fifth ranked Woodville Warriors (6-4) got a very close home victory over 6th ranked Norwood Flames (4-5). Woodville Warriors managed to escape with a 2-point win 73-71 on Saturday evening. Woodville Warriors forced 23 Norwood Flames turnovers. American guard Jawan Stepney (192-1995, college: CWU) fired 21 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. The other American import power forward Joe Jackson (201, college: IU Southeast) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Stepney attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Woodville Warriors' coach Scott Whitmore used entire bench in such tough game. New Zealand point guard Jack Stanwix (183-2000) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and guard Matthew Lycett (194-1990) added 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Four Norwood Flames players scored in double figures. Woodville Warriors maintains fifth position with 6-4 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Norwood Flames lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Woodville Warriors will meet Central District Lions (#9) in the next round. Norwood Flames will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: J.Stepney 21+5reb+1ast, J.Jackson 14+6reb+1ast, O.Cooper 12+2reb+1ast, R.Meldrum 8+4reb+5ast, M.Tyrone 5+2reb+1ast, D.McGee 4+5reb+3ast
Norwood F.: J.Stanwix 19+9reb+2ast, M.Lycett 14+8reb+5ast, M.Nuangki 14+3reb+1ast, C.Smith 11+8reb+1ast, M.Walter 6+5reb+3ast, D.Webber 5+7reb+6ast

Group NBL1 East

Hornsby S. - Norths B. 77-87

Very expected game in Hornsby where bottom-ranked Spiders (0-11) were defeated by third ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (9-2) 87-77 on Saturday. Norths Soul Sports Bears dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Spiders' 30 and made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Norths Soul Sports Bears forced 20 Spiders turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Point guard Brennan Rymer (183-1998, college: Azusa Pacific) fired 27 points and 6 assists for the winners. Center Nathaniel Musters (208-1993, college: Lafayette) chipped in 12 points and 6 assists. Four Norths Soul Sports Bears players scored in double figures. Forward Patrick Fraser (195-2001, college: UNK) produced 22 points and Samoan-Lebanese guard Shareef Saipaia (-1999) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Spiders' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Norths Soul Sports Bears have a solid four-game winning streak. They used an opportunity after Perry Lakes H. lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: B.Rymer 27+4reb+6ast, A.Bose 14+4reb+3ast, N.Musters 12+4reb+6ast, L.Holey 12+9reb, Y.Michael 9+2reb+2ast, M.Golding 6+10reb+6ast
Hornsby S.: P.Fraser 22+4reb, S.Shareef 15+6reb+5ast, B.White 8+4reb+2ast, T.Einer 7+2reb, B.Moses 6+3reb+1ast, G.Thomas 6+3reb

Canberra G. - Sydney C. 90-68

There was a small surprise when seventh ranked Canberra Gunners (6-4) smashed at home 5th ranked Sydney City Comets (6-3) 90-68 on Saturday. Canberra Gunners forced 21 Sydney City Comets turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Canberra Gunners made 11 blocks. Center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) fired a double-double by scoring 29 points, 14 rebounds and 7 blocks for the winners. Forward Cameron Pender (199-2004) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Center Johnny Crnogorac (216-1995, college: UTRGV, agency: Haylett Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and American swingman Ilisia Washington (194-1998, college: Regis Univ.) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Canberra Gunners moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Sydney City Comets dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Canberra G.: G.Morison 29+14reb+1ast, P.Cameron 16+9reb+6ast, D.Fieg 10+4reb+5ast, J.Toohey 9+2reb+2ast, J.Mapiou 8+3reb+1ast, N.Peters 8+1reb+1ast
Sydney C.: I.Washington 12+5reb+2ast, J.Crnogorac 12+10reb+1ast, W.Archie 11+3reb+1ast, J.Nick 7+3reb, A.Christian 6+8reb+1ast, W.Matthew 6+6reb+4ast

Albury W.B. - Illawarra H. 2 93-86

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Albury where 8th ranked Hawks (5-5) were defeated by ninth ranked Bandits (6-5) 93-86 on Saturday. American center Mike Parks Jr (206-1997, college: Memphis, agency: Haylett Sports) fired 25 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Eric Miraflores (-1982) chipped in 23 points. Parks Jr. is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Bandits players scored in double figures. Swingman Noah Pagotto (191-2005) produced 31 points and 8 rebounds and guard Fred Webb (-1999) added 26 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Bandits have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Hawks lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with Ballarat M. and SD Spartans. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: M.Parks Jr. 25+9reb, M.Eric 23+4reb+2ast, J.Coleman 15+7reb+4ast, J.Cincurak 14+6reb+2ast, L.Cummings 14+7reb+2ast, S.Lochlainn 2+5reb
Illawarra H. 2: P.Noah 31+8reb, W.Fred 26+8reb+1ast, P.Aaron 10+3reb, G.Samuel 7+3reb, D.Philip 6+9reb, E.Laudato 4+1reb+1ast

Cent.Coast C. - Newcastle F. 74-99

Everything went according to plan in Terrigal where tenth ranked Falcons (5-4) outscored 12th ranked Crusaders (3-7) 99-74 on Saturday. Falcons shot 63.5 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 53.8 percentage. Falcons looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) fired 34 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from downtown making all six shots !!!) for the winners. Forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Guard Luke Cassidy (-2000) produced 23 points and 4 assists and center Aaron Redhead (-1998) added 17 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Falcons moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Crusaders lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. They share it with Eastern M. and Lakeside L.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: R.Beisty 34+8reb+5ast, M.Cherry 15+10reb+4ast, M.Maluach 13+1reb+1ast, G.Jaidyn 11+3reb+4ast, A.Gaines 7+5reb+9ast, T.Dawson 6+5reb+2ast
Cent.Coast C.: C.Luke 23+4reb+4ast, R.Aaron 17+8reb+1ast, J.Trustum 8+6reb+2ast, L.Hammish 8+3reb+4ast, B.Alex 5+1reb, W.Isaiah 5+2reb

Maitland M. - Inner WB 91-97

There was no surprise in Maitland where 11th ranked Mustangs (4-6) were defeated by first ranked Bulls (10-1) 97-91 on Saturday. Bulls made 30-of-39 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Mustangs turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Blake Morrow (193-1996, college: Southeastern) fired 36 points (!!!) and 9 assists for the winners. The other American import power forward Chris Bryant (203-1992, college: Miami, OH) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Morrow is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) produced 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and New Zealand center James Hunter (208-1991, college: S.Dakota) added 19 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Mustangs' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Bulls have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 10-1 record. Mustangs lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Melbourne T.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: B.Morrow 36+4reb+9ast, C.Bryant 22+8reb+1ast, H.Alex 20+7reb+4ast, M.Jonni 7+1reb+3ast, I.Signal 5+4reb+1ast, G.Veg 3+4reb+3ast
Maitland M.: W.Cranston-Lown 23+6reb+5ast, J.Hunter 19+7reb+2ast, G.Matt 12+2reb+2ast, J.Clifford 9+4reb+1ast, P.Billy 8+4reb+2ast, V.Luka Ashton 7+2reb

Hills H. - Manly Warr. 79-68

No shocking result in a game in Baulkham Hills where sixth ranked Hills Hornets (7-4) won against 15th ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (1-10) 79-68 on Saturday. Hills Hornets dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' 28. Hills Hornets forced 20 Manly Warringah Sea Eagles turnovers. Liam Moss (-1998) fired 19 points and 6 assists for the winners. American forward Shawn Montague (198-1997, college: SNHU) chipped in 12 points and 9 rebounds. Four Hills Hornets players scored in double figures. Hills Hornets' coach Reece Potter used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Maxim Nesterov (198-2000) produced 20 points and 4 assists and American guard Noah Thomas (188-1998, college: Drake) added 16 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Hills Hornets have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Joondalup W. and Sutherland S. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: M.Liam 19+2reb+6ast, F.Marvin 12+5reb+3ast, S.Montague 12+9reb+1ast, G.Campbell 10+2reb+1ast, P.Joe 9+3reb+3ast, K.Joshua 7+4reb
Manly Warr.: N.Maxim 20+4reb+4ast, M.Evans 17+4reb+2ast, N.Thomas 16+4reb+4ast, K.Browne 6+2reb+1ast, M.Eldridge 5+6reb+1ast, U.Eromon 4+7reb+1ast

Penrith P. - Bankstown B. 76-85

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Penrith where 13th ranked Panthers (3-8) were defeated by fourteenth ranked Bankstown Bruins (2-8) 85-76 on Saturday. Guard Hayden Blankley (198-2000, college: WT) fired 35 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Swingman Jonah Pares (192-2003) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Caleb Fetui-Faamoe (195-2003) produced 17 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Pranaya Sakya (176-1992) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. 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. Bankstown Bruins moved-up to ninth place, which they share with C.District L. and Casey C. Loser Panthers dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Camberwell. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: H.Blankley 35+9reb+5ast, P.Jonah 13+6reb+7ast, D.Elkaz 11+5reb+2ast, T.Daus 10+6reb, S.Joshua 4+4reb, K.Shannon 4+1reb+1ast
Penrith P.: F.Caleb 17+6reb, S.Pranaya 15+3reb+4ast, F.Jaedyn 10+5reb+3ast, M.Noman 10+4reb+2ast, R.Tomas 8+2reb+2ast, P.Ryan 4+5reb+1ast

Group NBL1 North

Cairns M. - Mackay M. 96-89

There was a surprise result when twelfth ranked Cairns Marlins (4-5) defeated at home one of their biggest challengers Mackay Meteors (5-4) 96-89 on Friday. Guard Ky Stattmann (193-2003, college: Daytona St.) fired 30 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 assists. Four Cairns Marlins players scored in double figures. Guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) produced 35 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and American guard Tyler Williams (196-1996, college: San Diego) added 18 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Cairns Marlins moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Mackay Meteors lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with four games 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:
Cairns M.: K.Stattmann 30+8reb+1ast, C.Ahwang 24+2reb+1ast, J.Antonio 15+5reb+2ast, T.Dufelmeier 15+4reb+11ast, F.Aron 6+10reb+5ast, E.Samuel 3+3reb
Mackay M.: I.White 35+5reb+3ast, T.Williams 18+7reb+3ast, S.Temara 13+3reb, M.Christian 9+4reb+3ast, M.Kye 7+4reb+2ast, D.Jean-Baptiste 3+3reb+1ast

Gold Coast R. - SW Metro P. 102-99

Not a big story in a game in Gold Coast where 7th ranked South West Metro Pirates (4-5) were edged by third ranked Rollers (7-2) 102-99 on Saturday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Rollers looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points, 5 rebounds and 16 assists for the winners. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) chipped in a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Rollers' coach Anthony Petrie used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American swingman Lamar Patterson (196-1991, college: Pittsburgh) produced 35 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and the former international point guard Kai Woodfall (183-1996, college: MBU) added 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rollers have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser South West Metro Pirates keep the seventh place with five 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:
Gold Coast R.: T.Blanchfield 26+10reb+5ast, J.Cadee 21+5reb+16ast, P.Le Gassick 17+3reb+2ast, T.Cameron 14+6reb+1ast, K.Elijah 6+4reb+2ast, J.Patton-Croker 6+1reb
SW Metro P.: L.Patterson 35+8reb+3ast, K.Woodfall 25+6reb+5ast, B.Teys 17+1reb+4ast, B.Volkman 13+10reb, Z.Carter 7+5reb+2ast, S.Roman 2+3reb+1ast

Ipswich F. - USC Rip 111-102

Everything went according to plan in Booval where first ranked Ipswich Force (7-1) beat 10th ranked Rip City (3-4) 111-102 on Saturday. Ipswich Force made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Deng Deng (203-1992, college: Baylor, agency: ProMondo Sports) fired a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) chipped in 30 points. Five Ipswich Force players scored in double figures. Ipswich Force's coach Christopher Riches used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Naturalized Sudanese forward Kouat Noi (201-1997, college: TCU) produced a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds and American guard Brandon Wood (188-1989, college: Michigan St., agency: Interperformances) added 33 points (!!!) respectively for lost side. Ipswich Force maintains first position with 7-1 record, which they share with Logan T. Rip City lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. They share the position with NGC Seahawks. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: N.Sobey 30+4reb+3ast, D.Deng 26+10reb+3ast, G.Jaylin 20+6reb+7ast, C.Goldfinch 15+7reb, M.Fleming 10+1reb+3ast, A.Atem 5+2reb
USC Rip: K.Noi 39+14reb+2ast, B.Wood 33+3ast, M.Kenyon 15+10reb+5ast, V.Williams Jr. 7+2reb+3ast, C.Shervill 6+3reb+3ast, L.Ilton 2+3reb+2ast

SD Spartans - RedCity R. 88-83

There was no surprise when 14th ranked Roar (2-6) was defeated on the road by eighth ranked Brisbane Spartans (5-5) 88-83 on Saturday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Brisbane Spartans looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) fired 30 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. The former international forward Akoldah Gak (208-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Brisbane Spartans' coach Peter Crawford used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Jaylen Key (203-1997, college: New Orleans, agency: One Motive Sports) produced 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Nelson Larkins (180-1996) added 25 points respectively for lost side. Brisbane Spartans have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Ballarat M. and Illawarra H. 2. Roar lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Cockburn C.. Brisbane Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena Brisbane Capitals.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: K.Sapwell 30+5reb+7ast, G.Akoldah 21+10reb+2ast, D.Kian 10+7reb+3ast, H.Ben 8+1reb+3ast, C.Malakye 7, J.Allen 7+6reb+3ast
RedCity R.: J.Key 25+9reb+5ast, N.Larkins 25+3ast, B.Joshua 13+5reb+2ast, M.Poulain 7+10reb+1ast, K.Bishop 6+3reb, J.Mumtaz 5+6reb+1ast

Logan T. - NGC Seahawks 100-74

No shocking result in a game in Loganholme where second ranked Thunder (7-1) outleveled 9th ranked Seahawks (3-4) 100-74 on Saturday. Thunder dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Seahawks' 26. Thunder forced 20 Seahawks turnovers and outrebounded them 48-24 including a 37-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Seahawks' players. South Sudanese forward Majok Deng (205-1993, college: ULM) fired a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!), 17 rebounds and 4 assists (on 16-of-21 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Shaun Bruce (190-1991) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 7 steals. Five Thunder players scored in double figures. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) produced 26 points and 4 assists and swingman Joshua Duach (197-2003, college: Iona) added 24 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Thunder have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Ipswich F. Seahawks lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. They share the position with USC Rip. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: M.Deng 39+17reb+4ast, M.Boston 13+5reb+5ast, M.Young 12+6reb+2ast, S.Bruce 11+6reb+12ast, R.Bach 11+5reb+4ast, T.Howard 6+2reb
NGC Seahawks: B.Bayles 26+4reb+4ast, J.Duach 24+5reb, W.Lachlan 8+4reb, A.Krause 8+2reb+2ast, D.Gurney 4+5reb, M.Majok 3+3reb+1ast

SC Phoenix - Northside W. 91-68

There was a minor upset in Cotton Tree where 5th ranked Northside Wizards (5-3) were crushed by eighth ranked Phoenix (4-3) 91-68 on Saturday. Phoenix outrebounded Northside Wizards 46-30 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Jamaal Robateau (196-1994, college: Gardner-Webb) fired 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Naturalized New Zealand Jonathan Janssen (205-1995, college: HPU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds. Phoenix's coach Brad Chalmers felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lual Diing (205-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and American swingman Andrew White III (200-1993, college: Syracuse) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Phoenix and five Northside Wizards players scored in double figures. Phoenix maintains eighth position with 4-3 record. Loser Northside Wizards keep the fifth place with three games lost. They share the position with Warwick S.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: J.Robateau 25+8reb+4ast, J.Janssen 18+11reb+2ast, N.Kahler 13+12reb, M.Bragg 11+6reb+8ast, K.Shastri 7+2reb+2ast, J.Aver 5+2reb+3ast
Northside W.: D.Lual 18+12reb+3ast, A.White III 14+5reb+1ast, K.Zunic 13+2ast, R.Deshawn 11+4reb+2ast, R.Jed 10+4reb, S.Mitchell 2+1reb

Darwin S. - Mackay M. 102-88

There was a small surprise in Darwin where sixth ranked Salties (5-2) defeated 4th ranked Mackay Meteors (5-4) 102-88 on Saturday. Salties made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Mackay Meteors turnovers. American guard Jerron Jamerson (194-1992, college: Goshen) fired 29 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. The former international guard Sean Macdonald (185-2000) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Salties players scored in double figures. Guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) produced 31 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Haitian center Djery Jean-Baptiste (209-1995, college: UMass) added 20 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Salties have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Mackay Meteors lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with four games 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:
Darwin S.: J.Jamerson 29+6reb+4ast, S.Macdonald 16+6reb+4ast, F.Viliami 15+6reb+3ast, D.Riak 14+10reb+2ast, D.George 14+3reb+2ast, M.Maluachx 10+6reb+4ast
Mackay M.: I.White 31+6reb+6ast, D.Jean-Baptiste 20+12reb, T.Williams 12+6reb+2ast, S.Temara 9+2reb, M.Kye 7+1reb+1ast, B.Rasmussen 4+7reb+2ast

Group NBL1 South

Hobart C. - Geelong S. 64-79

There was a minor upset in Hobart where one of their biggest challengers Chargers (5-4) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Geelong Supercats (5-4) 79-64 on Friday. Forward George Blagojevic (203-1997, college: Hartford) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 18 rebounds for the winners. Guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) chipped in 22 points and 5 assists. Four Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. The former international swingman Sam McDaniel (198-1995, college: ULM) produced 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Jarred Bairstow (201-1992, college: UCO) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Chargers' coach rotated twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Geelong Supercats have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Chargers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Geelong S.: H.Gabe 22+5ast, G.Blagojevic 20+18reb, N.Velasquez 15+2ast, D.Gatlin 14+8reb+1ast, H.Liam 7+5reb+1ast, M.Hicks 1+7reb+2ast
Hobart C.: S.McDaniel 23+5reb+4ast, R.Jacob 13+4reb, J.Bairstow 13+9reb+2ast, F.Will 5+2reb, W.Jordan 3, R.Phoenix 3+1reb

Mt Gambier - Waverley F. 71-77

There was a surprise result in Mt Gambier where fourteenth ranked Waverley Falcons (4-5) beat top-ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (6-3) 77-71 on Friday. Waverley Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Mount Gambier Pioneers' 36. They outrebounded Mount Gambier Pioneers 50-39 including 41 on the defensive glass. Guard Dexter Kernich-Drew (199-1991, college: WSU) fired 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American forward Dillon Stith (201-1992, college: St.Vincent) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. The former international swingman Nick Marshall (196-1999, college: Clarke) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Leonard Harper-Baker (196-1996, college: Southern Miss) added 11 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Mount Gambier Pioneers players scored in double figures. Waverley Falcons have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Mount Gambier Pioneers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Waverley Falcons will meet at home Dandenong Rangers (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mount Gambier Pioneers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: D.Kernich-Drew 21+8reb+5ast, D.Stith 18+13reb, T.Forsyth 15+13reb+1ast, B.Lewis 9+5reb+2ast, M.Harper 6+6reb+1ast, J.Heath 4+2reb+2ast
Mt Gambier: N.Marshall 19+11reb+5ast, M.Dylan 13+1reb, L.Harper-Baker 11+9reb, J.Pesava 11+5reb+1ast, A.Shelley 6+4reb+2ast, D.Wit Kane 6+4reb+2ast

Sandringham S. - Keilor T. 125-89

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Thunder's (4-4) road loss to eighth ranked Sabres (6-4) 89-125 on Saturday. Sabres outrebounded Thunder 46-25 including a 38-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 58.6 percentage. Guard Ben Ayre (188-1995, college: Newman, agency: ProMondo Sports) fired 30 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his nine free throws !!!) for the winners. The former international forward Dane Pineau (206-1994, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Sabres' coach Rhys Carter felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Robbie Heath (190-1998, college: Pepperdine) produced 24 points and 6 rebounds and power forward Oliver Hayes-Brown (208-2000, college: UC Riverside) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sabres moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Thunder dropped to the eleventh position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: B.Ayre 30+6reb+1ast, B.Campbell 21+2reb+3ast, D.Pineau 17+11reb+1ast, N.Gabsch 15+3reb, C.Asuncion-Byrd 11+2reb+2ast, K.Tom 8+8reb+1ast
Keilor T.: R.Heath 24+6reb, Z.Triplett 21+2reb, O.Hayes-Brown 19+6reb+1ast, W.Jenkins III 11+3reb+2ast, R.Lewis 5+2reb, B.Cruz 4+1reb+1ast

Ballarat M. - Knox R. 92-99

No shocking result in a game in Wendouree where fifth ranked Knox Raiders (7-3) won against 7th ranked Ballarat Miners (5-5) 99-92 on Saturday. Knox Raiders made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. American Wayne Stewart Jr (201, college: A&M-Commerce) fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds for the winners. Guard Bailey Nunn (-2004) chipped in 26 points. Knox Raiders' coach Matthew Nunn used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American power forward Tyler Rudolph (198-1996, college: Minot St.) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and naturalized Greek swingman Nicolas Pozoglou (196-1996, agency: Diamond Sports) added 18 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Five Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Knox Raiders have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Ballarat Miners lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with Illawarra H. 2 and SD Spartans. Knox Raiders will meet Tigers (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ballarat Miners will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: W.Stewart Jr 34+13reb+2ast, N.Bailey 26+3ast, R.Austin 7+4reb+1ast, M.Peatling 7+4reb, M.Akec 7+4reb+2ast, D.Hare 6+2reb+1ast
Ballarat M.: T.Rudolph 28+11reb+3ast, R.Ned 21+3reb+2ast, N.Pozoglou 18+13reb+5ast, D.Zachery 14+1reb+2ast, A.Thoseby 11+3reb+2ast, D.Jack 0

Casey C. - Nunawading S. 72-87

Very expected game in Cranbourne where 18th ranked Cavaliers (2-8) were defeated by fifth ranked Spectres (6-3) 87-72 on Saturday. American swingman Jalen Gibbs (190-1999, college: JSU) fired 29 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The other American import forward Will Carius (201, college: W.Illinois) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws). American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) produced 20 points and 9 rebounds and Senegalese center Sidy Djitte (208-1994, college: Clemson, agency: Helping Ballers) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Spectres moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Cavaliers lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. They share it with Bankstown B. and C.District L.. Spectres will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cavaliers will play against the league's leader Frankston Blues (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: J.Gibbs 29+7reb+1ast, W.Carius 24+5reb+2ast, J.Geer 13+4reb+2ast, K.Box 8+3reb+1ast, T.Nicolas 7+4reb, D.Baxter 2+3reb
Casey C.: P.Bungei 20+9reb+3ast, S.Djitte 15+9reb, S.Biernacki 10+1reb+2ast, M.Perry 8+4reb+3ast, H.Marks 5+5reb+2ast, D.Baker 5+2reb+1ast

Kilsyth C. - Diamond V.E. 80-89

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles and 11th ranked Kilsyth Cobras had identical 4-4 record. But Kilsyth Cobras were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Greensborough 89-80 on Saturday night. Diamond Valley Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Kilsyth Cobras' 30. Naturalized Sudanese forward Ngor Manyang (200-1993) fired 26 points and 9 rebounds (perfect from downtown making all six shots !!!) for the winners. Forward BJ Symons (-1998) chipped in 15 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Jamie Ahale (196-1999, college: UIC) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and swingman Benjamin Ursich (196-1996, college: Augusta) added 19 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Diamond Valley Eagles (5-4) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Kilsyth Cobras lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with five games 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:
Diamond V.E.: N.Manyang 26+9reb+1ast, S.BJ 15+9reb+1ast, M.Worthy 14+4reb+1ast, K.Erik 8+2reb+3ast, B.Allen 8+5reb+3ast, J.Perry 6+9reb+1ast
Kilsyth C.: B.Ursich 19+6reb, J.Ahale 18+10reb+1ast, A.Tomada 17+5reb+1ast, H.MacDonald 8+9reb+1ast, T.Lang 7+8reb+1ast, M.Dielemans 7+6ast

NW Tasmania - Geelong S. 72-98

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder's (3-6) home loss to thirteenth ranked Geelong Supercats (5-4) 72-98 on Saturday. American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU, agency: IceBasket) fired 21 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) chipped in 32 points. American swingman Sekou Sylla (196, college: Towson) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and guard Tre Armstrong (193-2000, college: CBU) added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. NW Tasmania Thunder's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Geelong Supercats have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder dropped to the thirteenth position with six 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:
Geelong S.: H.Gabe 32+1reb+1ast, N.Velasquez 23+5reb+2ast, D.Gatlin 21+8reb+5ast, C.Blythe 7+5reb, H.Liam 6+5reb+4ast, M.Hicks 3+6reb+2ast
NW Tasmania: S.Sylla 21+10reb+1ast, T.Armstrong 10+5reb+2ast, B.Woolley 10+2reb, J.Chilcott 9+1ast, V.Daniels 8+1reb+1ast, V.Jois 6+4reb+1ast

Bendigo B. - Dandenong R. 89-85

The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighteenth ranked Bendigo Braves' (3-6) home victory over 19th ranked Dandenong Rangers (2-9) 89-85 on Saturday. Bendigo Braves looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Luke Rosendale (-2001) fired 18 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Jesse Ghee (183-1995, college: Fullerton JC) produced 28 points and 9 rebounds and power forward Deng Puoch (203-1999) added 17 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Bendigo Braves and four Dandenong Rangers players scored in double figures. Bendigo Braves moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Dandenong Rangers lost eighth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Blackburn V.. Bendigo Braves will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Dandenong Rangers will play against Waverley Falcons (#13) in Mount Waverley and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bendigo B.: B.Johnson 19+2reb+5ast, R.Luke 18+9reb+9ast, L.Mayen 17+7reb+5ast, S.Billy 12+7reb, C.Jones 11+9reb+2ast, M.Dylan 9+1reb+1ast
Dandenong R.: J.Ghee 28+9reb+2ast, P.Deng 17+12reb+2ast, J.Roberts 13+3reb+5ast, J.Eyman 10+8reb+2ast, E.Lawson 9+4reb, B.Harrison 4+1reb

Eltham W. - Melbourne T. 100-91

There was no surprise when 13th ranked Tigers (4-6) were defeated on the road by second ranked Eltham Wildcats (7-2) 100-91 on Saturday. Eltham Wildcats made 26-of-30 free shots (86.7 percent) during the game, while Tigers only scored six points from the stripe. Eltham Wildcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) fired 31 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Owen Foxwell (187-2003, agency: ProMondo Sports) chipped in 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) produced 31 points and 5 rebounds and guard Taj Chehhal (188-2001) added 18 points respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Eltham Wildcats keep a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Tigers dropped to the eleventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Maitland M.. Eltham Wildcats will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tigers will play against Knox Raiders (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: A.Glover 31+5reb+3ast, F.Owen 25+7reb+7ast, C.Dalton 19+3reb+3ast, J.Sykes 17+9reb+1ast, S.Short 4+9reb+8ast, O.Magbegor 4+1reb
Melbourne T.: J.Purchase 31+5reb+2ast, C.Taj 18+3reb+3ast, M.Wearne 14+3reb+2ast, M.Gaze 14+6reb+3ast, M.Callan 6+8reb+8ast, R.Simankevicius 5+1reb

Ringwood H. - Frankston B. 81-88

No shocking result in a game in Heathmont where second ranked Frankston Blues (8-2) won against 15th ranked Ringwood Hawks (3-6) 88-81 on Saturday. Frankston Blues outrebounded Ringwood Hawks 45-32 including a 39-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Point guard Lucas Barker (183-1993, college: Indianapolis) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points, 6 rebounds and 13 assists for the winners. The former international swingman Brad Newley (198-1985) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. American guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC, agency: IceBasket) produced 25 points and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Kyle Daggett (198-1999, college: Shepherd) added 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Five Frankston Blues and four Ringwood Hawks players scored in double figures. Ringwood Hawks' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Frankston Blues have a solid three-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Hume City B. Loser Ringwood Hawks dropped to the thirteenth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Frankston Blues will meet Cavaliers (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ringwood Hawks will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: B.Newley 22+8reb+2ast, D.Trist 16+11reb+4ast, L.Barker 15+6reb+13ast, I.Hadziomerovic 13+8reb+4ast, L.Barker 11+3reb+3ast, J.Evans 6+1reb
Ringwood H.: J.Lawton 25+3reb+4ast, K.Daggett 15+9reb+4ast, M.Fennell 13+7reb+1ast, L.Shelley 10+2reb+1ast, S.Harrison 5+2reb+1ast, A.Sturt 4+2reb+2ast

Group NBL1 West

Cockburn C. - SW Slammers 125-87

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 12th ranked Slammers' (1-8) road loss to eleventh ranked Cougars (2-6) 87-125 on Friday. Cougars dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 44. Cougars had a 35-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. Cougars looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American forward Courtney Alexander (203-1997, college: Tenn Tech) fired a double-double by scoring 30 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Josh Hunt (194-2002) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. Five Cougars players scored in double figures. Canadian forward Ben Stevens (206, college: Laurier) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) added 20 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cougars maintains eleventh position with 2-6 record, which they share with RedCity R. Slammers lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with eight games lost. They share the position with East Perth E. and Western PS. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: C.Alexander 30+12reb+5ast, H.Josh 17+1reb+5ast, P.Keegan 12+6reb+2ast, T.Benning 11+3reb+3ast, L.Phillips 11+3reb+1ast, G.Field 11+3reb+2ast
SW Slammers: B.Tuach 20+3reb+6ast, B.Stevens 15+10reb+4ast, M.Wugol 14+2reb+3ast, C.Xavier 9+5reb+1ast, M.Cooper 8+1reb+1ast, I.Alastair 5+2reb+2ast

Perry Lakes H. - Lakeside L. 86-79

Very predictable result in Floreat where second ranked Hawks (9-2) defeated 9th ranked Lightning (3-7) 86-79 on Friday. Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Lightning's players. Guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) fired 19 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. American forward Daniel Alexander (206-1991, college: GCU, agency: Haylett Sports) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Hayden Brown (196-1998, college: S.Carolina) produced 30 points and forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) added 11 points and 15 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Hawks have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Norths B. Lightning lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Eastern M. and Cent.Coast C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: M.Clarke 19+5reb+9ast, B.Purser 15+4reb+6ast, D.Alexander 14+7reb+4ast, A.Ferguson 12+7reb+1ast, M.Leary 10+4reb+1ast, L.Thomas 7+7reb+3ast
Lakeside L.: H.Brown 30+3reb+3ast, R.Mackenzie 15+7reb+1ast, J.Davey 11+15reb+2ast, K.Armour 11+1reb+4ast, M.Richards 5, D.Green 4+6reb+1ast

Geraldton B. - Willetton T. 120-98

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Wonthella where one of their biggest challengers Tigers (6-3) were rolled over by fifth ranked Buccaneers (6-3) 120-98 on Saturday. Buccaneers looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Swingman Aaron Ralph (200-1989) fired 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Forward Isaac Gattorna-Hargrave (201-1999, agency: ProMondo Sports) chipped in 24 points. Center Gorjok Gak (211-1996, college: CBU) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds and American guard Darnell Hoskins Jr (180, college: SVSU) added 31 points respectively for lost side. Five Buccaneers and four Tigers players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Buccaneers moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams including defeated Tigers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: A.Ralph 24+6reb, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 24+3reb+2ast, N.Johny 18+4reb+4ast, S.Stewart 15+4reb+4ast, M.Meunier 10+1reb+7ast, L.Hunt 10+10reb+2ast
Willetton T.: D.Hoskins Jr. 31+1reb+2ast, G.Gak 22+16reb+3ast, D.Scott 15+6reb+2ast, M.Vigor 13+2reb, G.Thomas 8+1reb, B.Jeremy 4+1reb

SW Slammers - East Perth E. 75-103

There was a small surprise in Bunbury where fourteenth ranked Eagles (1-8) outscored 12th ranked Slammers (1-8) 103-75 on Saturday. Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 42. Power forward Sebit Reath (208-1998, college: Lee JC) fired a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds for the winners. American guard Taylor Young (190-1990, college: WPU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds and Canadian forward Ben Stevens (206, college: Laurier) added 16 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Eagles left bottom position moving up to tenth place, which they share with SW Slammers and Western PS. It was Slammers' seventh loss in a row. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: S.Reath 34+14reb+1ast, T.Young 22+10reb+4ast, L.Roberts 17+8reb+2ast, A.Jarrad 9+9reb+2ast, F.Nicolas 9+1reb+2ast, N.Hightower 5+3reb
SW Slammers: B.Tuach 26+10reb+2ast, B.Stevens 16+12reb+1ast, M.Wugol 14+1reb+1ast, C.Xavier 9+2reb+3ast, K.Pharell 4+4reb+4ast, C.Weeden 2+5reb+3ast

Warwick S. - Perry Lakes H. 92-74

There was an upset in Perth where much higher ranked Hawks (9-2) were defeated by eighth ranked Senators (5-3) 92-74 on Saturday. Senators looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. George Pearl fired a double-double by scoring 17 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists for the winners. The former international forward Cody Ellis (202-1990, college: St.Louis) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Daniel Alexander (206-1991, college: GCU, agency: Haylett Sports) produced 15 points and 5 rebounds and the former international forward Ben Purser (200-1990, college: Augusta) added 10 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. 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. Senators moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Northside W. Loser Hawks still keep top position with two games lost. They share it with Norths B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: C.Ellis 22+5reb+2ast, H.Ford 19+7reb+1ast, P.George 17+6reb+12ast, J.Thwaites 15+3reb+3ast, C.Davis 14+9reb+4ast, S.Lachlan 3
Perry Lakes H.: D.Alexander 15+5reb+1ast, F.Nicholas 13+5reb+1ast, B.Purser 10+5reb+5ast, A.Ferguson 10+3reb+1ast, M.Leary 10+3reb+1ast, L.Thomas 9+3reb+1ast

Goldfields G. - Joondalup W. 100-96

There was a surprise result in Kalgoorlie where tenth ranked Giants (3-5) won against higher ranked Wanneroo (7-4) 100-96 on Saturday. Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American guard Michael Dupree (185, college: Northwest) fired 32 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Swingman Jerome Reid (195-1996) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Quintin Dove (200-1998, college: UT Martin) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import swingman CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) added 24 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Five Giants and four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Giants moved-up to ninth place. Loser Wanneroo keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Hills H. and Sutherland S.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: M.Dupree 32+6reb+6ast, L.Smith 16+7reb+2ast, M.Malek 16+6reb+2ast, J.Reid 15+6reb+4ast, D.Ballantyne 15+3reb+5ast, K.Anguik 4+5reb+3ast
Joondalup W.: Q.Dove 24+10reb+1ast, C.Turnage 24+3reb+7ast, M.Muo 21+11reb+2ast, J.Wellsteed 16+6reb+3ast, B.England 7+3reb+3ast, D.Collins 2+7reb

Rockingham F. - Perth R. 52-79

There was an upset in Rockingham where top-ranked Flames (8-1) were crushed by sixth ranked Redbacks (6-3) 79-52 on Saturday. Redbacks forced 20 Flames turnovers. American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) fired 33 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Tevin Jackson (202-1994, college: McNeese St.) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. American power forward Jeremy Combs (201-1995, college: Texas Southern) produced 16 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all seven shots !!!) and his fellow American import guard Devondrick Walker (196-1992, college: A&M-Commerce) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Redbacks have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Flames dropped to the second position with one game lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: B.Hobbs 33+7reb+2ast, T.Jackson 20+5reb+1ast, S.Vaiangina 8+6reb+1ast, M.Colton 8+4reb, L.Timms 5+5reb+2ast, B.Voelkel 2+10reb+10ast
Rockingham F.: J.Combs 16+8reb+1ast, D.Walker 14+5reb, T.Durnin 6+9reb, J.Beard 5+2reb, R.Godfrey 4+3reb+3ast, T.Jervis 3+12reb+1ast

Kalamunda ES - Mandurah M. 94-81

Very predictable result in Kalamunda where seventh ranked Suns (6-3) defeated bottom-ranked Magic (0-7) 94-81 on Saturday. Suns looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. New Zealand guard Joe Cook-Green (185-1997, college: TxWes) fired 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American swingman Albert Almanza (198, college: SHSU) chipped in 23 points and 4 assists. Suns' coach let to play all 12 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Ray Turner (206-1990, college: Texas A&M) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and guard Kai Daniels (193, college: Regis Univ.) added 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Four Suns and five Magic players scored in double figures. Suns have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Magic still closes the standings with seven games lost. They share the position with Rockhampton R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: A.Almanza 23+2reb+4ast, J.Cook-Green 20+7reb+4ast, S.Salinas 15+7reb+4ast, B.Dinardo 11+4reb+2ast, A.Deng 8+3reb+1ast, R.Huntington 8+4reb+2ast
Mandurah M.: R.Turner 18+11reb, D.Abrom 16+3reb+7ast, C.Bobbitt 15+4reb+4ast, K.Daniels 15+9reb+4ast, I.Abergut 10+5reb+1ast, C.Kyle 4+2reb

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