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- June 11, 2023

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

Bryton Hobbs

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Hawks (11-4) recorded its fourth loss in Floreat on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Redbacks (9-4) 95-85. Redbacks shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) who scored 27 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. New Zealand forward Sioeli Vaiangina (202-1998, college: Panola JC) chipped in 14 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists for the hosts. Hawks' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Redbacks moved-up to third place, which they share with Canberra G. and Wyndham D. Hawks at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Redbacks is looking forward to face Suns (#7) in Kalamunda in the next round. Hawks will play on the road against Slammers (#12) in Bunbury and are hoping to win this game.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Tigers (10-4) against ninth ranked Lightning (7-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Tigers were defeated by Lightning in North Lake 101-87. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Tigers. Guard Rowan Mackenzie (190-1999, college: LCU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 8 rebounds and 13 assists. Hayden Brown contributed with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Lightning's coach Mike Malat allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Damien Scott (192-1992) answered with 20 points for Tigers. Lightning moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Albury W.B. Tigers at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with Hume City B.. Lightning will play against Giants (#11) in Kalgoorlie in the next round. Tigers will play on the road against the league's leader Flames (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
The game in Mackay was also quite interesting. Third ranked Ipswich Force (10-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Mackay Meteors (7-6). Ipswich Force managed to secure a 5-point victory 119-114 on Saturday. It was a great evening for Nathan Sobey who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Isaac White responded with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 15 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Ipswich Force have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 10-3 record having just one point less than leader Frankston B., which they share with Geraldton B. and Eltham W. Loser Mackay Meteors dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Kalamunda ES. Ipswich Force will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mackay Meteors will play against Townsville Heat (#14) in Hermit Park and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 23 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Darwin S. were defeated by Gold Coast R. in a road game 110-93. Townsville H. was beaten by SC Phoenix at home 100-113. Ipswich F. won against Rockhampton R. on the opponent's court 100-85. Brisbane C. outscored RedCity R. in a home game 110-73. Darwin S. recorded a loss to SW Metro P. on the road 102-96. USC Rip defeated Northside W. on its own court 86-85. SC Phoenix was beaten by Cairns M. in a road game 86-82. NGC Seahawks won against Darwin S. at home 98-82. SW Metro P. managed to outperform RedCity R. on the opponent's court 91-78. SD Spartans managed to beat USC Rip in a home game 89-80. Knox R. crushed Nunawading S. on the road 95-76. Mt Gambier beat Diamond V.E. on its own court 91-77. Mandurah M. was destroyed by Cockburn C. in Hamilton Hill 117-97. East Perth E. managed to outperform Warwick S. at home 88-84. Joondalup W. recorded a loss to Geraldton B. on the opponent's court 74-67. Warwick S. was defeated by Cockburn C. in a home game 98-101. Goldfields G. was beaten by SW Slammers on the road 94-81. Kalamunda ES was destroyed by Rockingham F. on its own court 84-124. Goldfields G. unfortunately lost to Mandurah M. in a road game 106-120.
The best stats of 23th round was 35 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 4 assists by CJ Bobbitt of Mandurah M..

Group NBL1 North

Gold Coast R. - Darwin S. 110-93

There was no surprise in Gold Coast where 5th ranked Salties (7-7) were defeated by second ranked Rollers (12-2) 110-93 on Friday. Rollers made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for the former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 52 points (!!!) and 13 assists. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) helped adding 17 points and 12 rebounds. The former international swingman Makuach Maluachx (200-1998, college: N.Mexico) responded with a double-double by scoring 40 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese power forward Deng Riak (208-1995, college: Akron) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rollers have an impressive series of eleven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 12-2 record having just 2 victories less than leader Frankston B., which they share with Inner WB. Salties lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with seven 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:
Gold Coast R.: J.Cadee 52+4reb+13ast, T.Blanchfield 17+12reb+1ast, T.Cameron 12+10reb+1ast, J.Eustace 9+4reb+5ast, T.Diop 7+3reb+1ast, K.Elijah 6+1reb
Darwin S.: M.Maluachx 40+12reb+1ast, D.Riak 17+6reb+1ast, D.George 13+4reb+5ast, A.Eugster 7+2reb+1ast, J.Jamerson 7+4reb+5ast, S.Macdonald 3+2reb+1ast

Townsville H. - SC Phoenix 100-113

No shocking result in a game in Hermit Park where sixth ranked Phoenix (6-6) defeated 14th ranked Townsville Heat (3-11) 113-100 on Friday. Phoenix looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for naturalized New Zealand Jonathan Janssen (205-1995, college: HPU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. New Zealand point guard Mason Bragg (182-1993) helped adding 21 points and 4 assists. Five Phoenix players scored in double figures. Michael Cedar (190-1986) responded with 29 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and guard Ethan Betts (188-1998, college: Umpqua CC) scored 23 points and 4 assists. Townsville Heat's coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Despite that victory Phoenix went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with Cairns M. and Northside W. Townsville Heat lost tenth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Phoenix will meet at home Rip City (#12) in the next round. Townsville Heat will play against Mackay Meteors and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: J.Janssen 22+12reb+3ast, M.Bragg 21+4reb+4ast, N.Kahler 17+9reb+1ast, J.Robateau 15+4reb+9ast, K.Shastri 14+2reb+1ast, M.Kerle 9+1reb+1ast
Townsville H.: M.Cedar 29+8reb+7ast, E.Betts 23+3reb+4ast, L.Yates 16+9reb+1ast, R.Peachey 9+1reb+3ast, N.Max 9+1reb+1ast, M.Rees 6+6reb+6ast

Rockhampton R. - Ipswich F. 85-100

Very expected game in Rockhampton where 16th ranked Rockets (1-10) were defeated by third ranked Ipswich Force (10-3) 100-85 on Friday. Ipswich Force forced 22 Rockets turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for the former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 7 assists. The former international Jaylin Galloway (198-2002) helped adding 16 points and 7 rebounds. Five Ipswich Force players scored in double figures. Power forward Damian Prgomet (208-1996, college: SW Baptist) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 15 rebounds and American swingman Malcolm Bernard (198-1994, college: Xavier, agency: BIG) scored 29 points and 6 assists. Rockets' coach tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ipswich Force have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 10-3 record having just one point less than leader Frankston B., which they share with Geraldton B. and Eltham W. Rockets lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with ten games lost. Ipswich Force will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rockets will play against Brisbane Capitals (#13) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: N.Sobey 27+3reb+7ast, G.Jaylin 16+7reb, J.Ralph 12+2reb+8ast, C.Goldfinch 12+4reb, K.Galloway 12+5reb+3ast, D.Deng 10+3reb+1ast
Rockhampton R.: M.Bernard 29+3reb+6ast, D.Prgomet 22+15reb+1ast, J.Summers 12+5reb+2ast, R.Hayden 8+2reb, A.McWilliam 4+13reb, J.Baylin 4+2reb+2ast

Brisbane C. - RedCity R. 110-73

Rather predictable result when thirteenth ranked Brisbane Capitals (5-8) outscored at home 15th ranked Roar (2-11) 110-73 on Saturday. Brisbane Capitals dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Roar's 36. They outrebounded Roar 49-31 including 35 on the defensive glass. Brisbane Capitals looked well-organized offensively handing out 37 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Roar's players. It was a great evening for American forward Trevor Lakes (203-1999, college: S.Indiana) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 9 rebounds. New Zealand power forward James Moors (208-2000, college: Colorado St.) helped adding 22 points and 7 rebounds (perfect from the field making all ten shots !!!). Four Brisbane Capitals players scored in double figures. American forward Jaylen Key (203-1997, college: New Orleans, agency: One Motive Sports) responded with 20 points and point guard Nelson Larkins (180-1996) scored 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Brisbane Capitals have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain thirteenth place with 5-8 record. Roar lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 11 games lost. Brisbane Capitals will meet at home Rockets (#16) in the next round. Roar will play against Cairns Marlins and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: T.Lakes 22+9reb+1ast, J.Moors 22+7reb+1ast, L.Dent 13+3reb+12ast, M.Johns 11+6reb+2ast, W.Wal Yohana 11+1ast, A.Kopcikas 9+2reb+4ast
RedCity R.: J.Key 20+4reb, N.Larkins 12+7reb+4ast, J.Molnar 10+2reb, K.Bishop 8+6reb+2ast, J.Mumtaz 7+3reb+1ast, M.Poulain 6+3reb+1ast

SW Metro P. - Darwin S. 102-96

Everything could happen in Runcorn at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked South West Metro Pirates and higher ranked Salties had identical 7-6 record. This time South West Metro Pirates used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Darwin 102-96 on Saturday night. South West Metro Pirates made 26-of-33 free shots (78.8 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for guard Chris Cedar (188-1988) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Brendan Teys (188-1990) helped adding 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international swingman Makuach Maluachx (200-1998, college: N.Mexico) responded with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Sean Macdonald (185-2000) scored 20 points, 6 assists and 4 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Salties' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. South West Metro Pirates (8-6) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Salties lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. South West Metro Pirates will meet at home Northside Wizards (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Salties will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: B.Teys 24+5reb+5ast, K.Woodfall 23+3reb, C.Cedar 21+7reb+7ast, L.Patterson 17+7reb+1ast, J.McLaughlin 8+11reb+1ast, S.Roman 7+6reb+3ast
Darwin S.: M.Maluachx 21+9reb+5ast, S.Macdonald 20+4reb+6ast, J.Jamerson 16+5reb+1ast, J.Spiers 10+2reb+2ast, D.Riak 10+14reb+3ast, F.Viliami 9+6reb

USC Rip - Northside W. 86-85

There was a small surprise in Sippy Downs where eleventh ranked Rip City (5-7) edged 8th ranked Northside Wizards (6-6) 86-85 on Saturday. Rip City made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for the former international guard Matthew Kenyon (196-1998) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Naturalized Sudanese forward Kouat Noi (201-1997, college: TCU) helped adding 19 points and 9 rebounds. American swingman Andrew White III (200-1993, college: Syracuse) responded with 24 points and 9 rebounds and the former international guard Kyle Zunic (188-1999, college: Winthrop) scored 17 points and 8 assists. Four Rip City and five Northside Wizards players scored in double figures. Northside Wizards' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Rip City moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Norwood F. Northside Wizards lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with SC Phoenix and Cairns M.. Rip City will meet Phoenix (#8) in the next round. Northside Wizards will play against South West Metro Pirates in Runcorn and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
USC Rip: B.Wood 20+2reb+5ast, K.Noi 19+9reb+1ast, M.Kenyon 16+13reb+5ast, V.Williams Jr. 12+5reb+5ast, J.Tueta 9+2reb+1ast, E.McAlister 4+3reb
Northside W.: A.White III 24+9reb, K.Zunic 17+2reb+8ast, R.Deshawn 13+3reb, D.Lual 13+7reb+3ast, C.Healy 10+6reb, H.Joshua 6+3reb

Cairns M. - SC Phoenix 86-82

There was a minor upset when higher ranked Phoenix (6-6) was defeated on the road by tenth ranked Cairns Marlins (6-6) 86-82 on Saturday. Cairns Marlins forced 23 Phoenix turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Cairns Marlins made 9 blocks. It was a great evening for Jonah Antonio (196-1997, college: Wake Forest) who led his team to a victory scoring 29 points and 6 rebounds. The former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) helped adding 13 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Guard Jamaal Robateau (196-1994, college: Gardner-Webb) responded with 20 points and naturalized Maltese power forward Nelson Kahler (206-1994, college: CSU-Pueblo) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cairns Marlins moved-up to eighth place, which they share with SC Phoenix and Northside W. Cairns Marlins will meet league's leader Thunder in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Phoenix will play against Rip City (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: J.Antonio 29+6reb+1ast, K.Stattmann 17+3reb+1ast, T.Dufelmeier 13+8reb+10ast, L.Anderson 12+5reb+2ast, C.Ahwang 6+1reb+4ast, H.Tysei 3
SC Phoenix: J.Robateau 20+3reb+1ast, K.Shastri 19+3reb, M.Bragg 11+5reb+6ast, U.Cooper 10+10reb, N.Kahler 10+12reb+1ast, J.Janssen 7+11reb+2ast

Mackay M. - Ipswich F. 114-119

The game in Mackay was also quite interesting. Third ranked Ipswich Force (10-3) played at the court of 5th ranked Mackay Meteors (7-6). Ipswich Force managed to secure a 5-point victory 119-114 on Saturday. Ipswich Force dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Mackay Meteors' 52. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for the former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Deng Deng (203-1992, college: Baylor) helped adding 29 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) responded with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 15 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and guard Isaiah Lee (188-2000, college: Sacramento St.) scored 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Ipswich Force and four Mackay Meteors players scored in double figures. Ipswich Force have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 10-3 record having just one point less than leader Frankston B., which they share with Geraldton B. and Eltham W. Loser Mackay Meteors dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Kalamunda ES. Ipswich Force will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mackay Meteors will play against Townsville Heat (#14) in Hermit Park and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: D.Deng 29+5reb+3ast, N.Sobey 26+7reb+7ast, K.Galloway 21+7reb+1ast, C.Goldfinch 16+1reb+4ast, G.Jaylin 10+5reb+2ast, M.Hodgson 8+5reb+2ast
Mackay M.: I.White 33+5reb+15ast, I.Lee 19+6reb+5ast, M.Christian 15+6reb+4ast, T.Williams 11+6reb+1ast, S.Haughton 9+1reb, B.Rasmussen 8+5reb

NGC Seahawks - Darwin S. 98-82

There was a small surprise in Runaway Bay where seventh ranked Seahawks (7-5) defeated 5th ranked Salties (7-7) 98-82 on Sunday. Seahawks dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Salties' 38. It was a great evening for naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) helped adding 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international swingman Makuach Maluachx (200-1998, college: N.Mexico) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese power forward Deng Riak (208-1995, college: Akron) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Seahawks have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to fifth place, which they share with N.Adelaide R. and Woodville W. Salties lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with seven 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:
NGC Seahawks: B.Bayles 24+5reb+5ast, M.Majok 22+17reb+1ast, W.Harris 14+7reb+3ast, J.Duach 14+2reb+3ast, A.Krause 7+12reb, K.Stattmann 7+3reb+2ast
Darwin S.: M.Maluachx 17+13reb+3ast, D.Riak 15+12reb+1ast, J.Jamerson 14+5reb+2ast, S.Macdonald 11+3reb+4ast, J.Spiers 9+2ast, D.George 8+2reb

RedCity R. - SW Metro P. 78-91

Very expected game in Brisbane where 15th ranked Roar (2-11) was defeated by ninth ranked South West Metro Pirates (8-6) 91-78 on Sunday. South West Metro Pirates dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Roar's 38. South West Metro Pirates forced 21 Roar turnovers and outrebounded them 46-33 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American Jeremy McLaughlin (203-1995, college: Catawba) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Swingman Roman Siulepa (196-2006) helped adding 11 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Jaylen Key (203-1997, college: New Orleans, agency: One Motive Sports) responded with 21 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Nelson Larkins (180-1996) scored 7 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. 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. South West Metro Pirates moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Roar lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 11 games lost. South West Metro Pirates will meet at home Northside Wizards (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Roar will play against Cairns Marlins (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: L.Patterson 19+1reb, B.Teys 16+1reb+4ast, J.McLaughlin 14+10reb+3ast, S.Roman 11+10reb+2ast, Z.Carter 9+6reb+2ast, B.Volkman 8+7reb+2ast
RedCity R.: J.Key 21+7reb+2ast, A.Godinet 12+1reb+4ast, J.Mumtaz 11+1reb, K.Bishop 10+6reb+1ast, A.Michael 8, N.Larkins 7+6reb+6ast

SD Spartans - USC Rip 89-80

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when twelfth ranked Brisbane Spartans (6-8) beat at home 11th ranked Rip City (5-7) 89-80 on Sunday. It was a great evening for guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) who led his team to a victory scoring 36 points (!!!). Forward Fabijan Krslovic (203-1995, college: Montana) helped adding 19 points and 8 rebounds. American guard Brandon Wood (188-1989, college: Michigan St., agency: Interperformances) responded with 27 points and 8 rebounds and naturalized Sudanese forward Kouat Noi (201-1997, college: TCU) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Brisbane Spartans moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Rip City dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Norwood F.. Brisbane Spartans will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rip City will play against Phoenix (#8) in Cotton Tree and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: K.Sapwell 36+4reb+3ast, F.Krslovic 19+8reb+2ast, G.Akoldah 10+9reb, H.Ben 7+2reb+2ast, D.Kian 6+10reb+1ast, M.Wilson 5
USC Rip: B.Wood 27+8reb+2ast, K.Noi 16+6reb+2ast, M.Kenyon 14+5reb+4ast, C.Shervill 9+6reb+2ast, E.McAlister 5+5reb, V.Williams Jr. 4+1reb+4ast

Group NBL1 South

Nunawading S. - Knox R. 76-95

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Spectres' (9-5) home loss to fourth ranked Knox Raiders (11-4) 76-95 on Friday. Knox Raiders outrebounded Spectres 42-24 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Knox Raiders made 7 blocks. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for Wayne Stewart Jr (201, college: A&M-Commerce) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds. Point guard KJ Feagin (185-1997, college: SDSU) helped adding 24 points and 8 assists. Forward Will Carius (201, college: W.Illinois) responded with 23 points and 8 rebounds and swingman Jalen Gibbs (190-1999, college: JSU) scored 16 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Knox Raiders have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Spectres dropped to the fourth position with five games lost. They share it with Keysborough C. and Melbourne Uni. Knox Raiders will meet at home Thunder (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Spectres will play against Kilsyth Cobras (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: K.Feagin 24+1reb+8ast, W.Stewart Jr 20+12reb+1ast, N.Bailey 11+2reb+3ast, A.Deng 11+11reb, J.Foy 8+2reb+2ast, M.Peatling 7+1reb
Nunawading S.: W.Carius 23+8reb+3ast, J.Gandolfo 16+1reb+1ast, J.Gibbs 16+3reb+2ast, D.Tristan 10+1ast, T.Nicolas 4+3reb, D.Baxter 2+6reb+2ast

Mt Gambier - Diamond V.E. 91-77

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers' (8-5) home victory over 8th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (7-7) 91-77 on Friday. It was a great evening for American forward Jacob Lampkin (206-1996, college: Alaska-Anch.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. Forward Tom Kubank (201-1995, college: Mary) helped adding 17 points and 8 rebounds. Four Mount Gambier Pioneers players scored in double figures. Forward BJ Symons (-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds and center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Diamond Valley Eagles' coach tested twelve players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mount Gambier Pioneers moved-up to sixth place, which they share with McKinnon C. Diamond Valley Eagles lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Mount Gambier Pioneers will meet Ringwood Hawks (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Chargers (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: T.Kubank 17+8reb+3ast, A.Shelley 15+1reb+2ast, J.Pesava 15+4reb+1ast, J.Lampkin 15+13reb+3ast, M.William 13+2ast, L.Harper-Baker 8+9reb+2ast
Diamond V.E.: S.BJ 15+16reb, J.Perry 13+10reb+1ast, N.Manyang 9+5reb, B.Ryan 8+1reb+2ast, K.Erik 7+3reb+1ast, L.Luke 5+3reb+1ast

Group NBL1 West

Cockburn C. - Mandurah M. 117-97

There was no surprise in Hamilton Hill where 14th ranked Magic (2-13) was crushed by tenth ranked Cougars (6-8) 117-97 on Friday. Cougars looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists comparing to just 21 passes made by Magic's players. It was a great evening for swingman Gavin Field (202-1989, college: UWG) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 8 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals. American forward Courtney Alexander (203-1997, college: Tenn Tech) helped adding 29 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Ray Turner (206-1990, college: Texas A&M) responded with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 15 rebounds (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field) and the other American import DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 assists. Five Cougars and four Magic players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cougars have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain tenth place with 6-8 record, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Magic keeps the fourteenth position with 13 games lost. Cougars will meet Eagles (#13) in the next round. Magic will play against Senators and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: C.Alexander 29+9reb+3ast, G.Field 25+8reb+10ast, P.Keegan 20+8reb+4ast, T.Benning 18+3reb+2ast, H.Josh 12+3reb+4ast, D.Charlie 4+1reb+3ast
Mandurah M.: R.Turner 30+15reb+1ast, D.Abrom 26+2reb+10ast, C.Bobbitt 22+6reb+5ast, I.Abergut 11+4reb+1ast, C.Kyle 3+1reb+2ast, C.Jayden 3+2reb

East Perth E. - Warwick S. 88-84

There was a surprise result in Morley where thirteenth ranked Eagles (3-13) defeated higher ranked Senators (6-7) 88-84 on Friday. It was a great evening for American power forward Lee Roberts (203-1987, college: Findlay, OH) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field). Power forward Sebit Reath (208-1998, college: Lee JC) helped adding 21 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Ethan Elliott (190-2004, college: Trinity Baptist) responded with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Caleb Davis (206-1995, college: SVSU) scored 22 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Eagles maintains thirteenth place with 3-13 record. Loser Senators dropped to the ninth position with seven games lost. They share it with Geelong S.. Eagles will meet at home higher ranked Cougars (#10) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Senators will play against Magic in Mandurah and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: L.Roberts 22+11reb+4ast, S.Reath 21+12reb+1ast, J.Grace 17+2reb+1ast, T.Young 16+4reb+7ast, P.Elijah 6+2ast, A.Jarrad 3+5reb+2ast
Warwick S.: C.Davis 22+7reb+1ast, E.Elliott 21+6reb+4ast, P.George 11+8reb+6ast, H.Ford 11+8reb+3ast, M.Connor 8+4reb+4ast, J.Thwaites 5+4reb

Perry Lakes H. - Perth R. 85-95

Top ranked Hawks (11-4) recorded its fourth loss in Floreat on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Redbacks (9-4) 95-85. Redbacks shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 54.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) who scored 27 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. New Zealand forward Sioeli Vaiangina (202-1998, college: Panola JC) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 5 rebounds and 10 assists and American forward Daniel Alexander (206-1991, college: GCU, agency: Haylett Sports) added 12 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Redbacks and five Hawks players scored in double figures. Hawks' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Redbacks moved-up to third place, which they share with Canberra G. and Wyndham D. Hawks at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Redbacks is looking forward to face Suns (#7) in Kalamunda in the next round. Hawks will play on the road against Slammers (#12) in Bunbury and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: B.Hobbs 27+7reb+6ast, T.Jackson 15+4reb+2ast, R.Chuatwech 14+4reb, S.Vaiangina 14+11reb+3ast, E.Kyden 12+2reb, B.Voelkel 9+4reb+13ast
Perry Lakes H.: M.Clarke 17+5reb+10ast, M.Leary 16+3reb+1ast, J.Isenbarger 14+3reb+2ast, D.Alexander 12+9reb+3ast, B.Purser 10+4reb+3ast, A.Ferguson 9+7reb+1ast

Geraldton B. - Joondalup W. 74-67

Rather expected game in Wonthella where 6th ranked Wanneroo (9-6) was defeated by fourth ranked Buccaneers (10-3) 74-67 on Saturday. Buccaneers made 23-of-30 free shots (76.7 percent) during the game, while Wanneroo only scored seven points from the stripe. It was a great evening for guard Malik Meunier (185-1999) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 5 assists. Forward Isaac Gattorna-Hargrave (201-1999) helped adding 17 points and 5 rebounds. American swingman Bryan Michaels (190-1996, college: Concordia, OR) responded with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized Greek center Ioannis Dimakopoulos (218-1994, college: UC Irvine) scored 20 points and 9 rebounds. Four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Buccaneers have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Eltham W. and Ipswich F. Loser Wanneroo keeps the sixth position with six games lost. Buccaneers will meet Suns (#7) in the next round. Wanneroo will play against the league's leader Flames and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: M.Meunier 26+4reb+5ast, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 17+5reb, A.Ralph 9+3reb+2ast, R.Blanchett 7+7reb+4ast, S.Stewart 7+3ast, F.Klasztorny 4+6reb+2ast
Joondalup W.: B.Michaels 21+6reb+5ast, I.Dimakopoulos 20+9reb+2ast, M.Muo 13+5reb+2ast, C.Turnage 10+8reb+1ast, J.Wellsteed 3+12reb+4ast, G.Ben 0

Warwick S. - Cockburn C. 98-101

There was a small surprise in Perth where tenth ranked Cougars (6-8) edged 8th ranked Senators (6-7) 101-98 on Saturday. Cougars looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Courtney Alexander (203-1997, college: Tenn Tech) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Taj Benning (193-1998, college: Fairfield) helped adding 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Caleb Davis (206-1995, college: SVSU) responded with 31 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and guard Ethan Elliott (190-2004, college: Trinity Baptist) scored 23 points and 5 assists. Five Cougars and four Senators players scored in double figures. Cougars have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain tenth place with 6-8 record, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Senators dropped to the ninth position with seven games lost. They share it with Geelong S.. Cougars will meet Eagles (#13) in the next round. Senators will play against Magic (#14) in Mandurah and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: C.Alexander 23+10reb+2ast, T.Benning 21+5reb+4ast, G.Field 19+5reb+5ast, H.Josh 16+3reb+2ast, P.Keegan 13+8reb+2ast, K.Berry 7+2reb+5ast
Warwick S.: C.Davis 31+8reb+4ast, M.Connor 24+3reb+1ast, E.Elliott 23+1reb+5ast, P.George 10+2reb+1ast, H.Ford 5+3reb+1ast, S.Tyler 5+10reb+2ast

Lakeside L. - Willetton T. 101-87

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Tigers (10-4) against ninth ranked Lightning (7-8) on Saturday night. Visiting Tigers were defeated by Lightning in North Lake 101-87. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Tigers. Lightning made 19-of-22 charity shots (86.4 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Tigers 45-29 including 17 on the offensive glass. Lightning players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. Guard Rowan Mackenzie (190-1999, college: LCU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 8 rebounds and 13 assists. Forward Hayden Brown (196-1998, college: S.Carolina) contributed with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Lightning's coach Mike Malat allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Guard Damien Scott (192-1992) answered with 20 points and forward Joshua Ibukunoluwa (206-2005) added 14 points and 7 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) in the effort for Tigers. Five Lightning and four Tigers players scored in double figures. Lightning moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Albury W.B. Tigers at the other side dropped to the second position with four games lost. They share it with Hume City B.. Lightning will play against Giants (#11) in Kalgoorlie in the next round. Tigers will play on the road against the league's leader Flames (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: H.Brown 27+5reb+4ast, R.Mackenzie 23+8reb+13ast, M.Richards 13+6reb+3ast, K.Armour 13+2reb+4ast, J.Davey 10+14reb, D.Green 8
Willetton T.: D.Scott 20+1reb+2ast, D.Hoskins Jr. 15+1reb+3ast, I.Joshua 14+7reb+2ast, M.Vigor 11+3reb+2ast, G.Thomas 9+4reb+2ast, A.Black 8+2reb+3ast

SW Slammers - Goldfields G. 94-81

There was a minor upset in Bunbury where 11th ranked Giants (5-10) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Slammers (3-10) 94-81 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Canadian forward Ben Stevens (206-1999, college: Laurier) helped adding 16 points and 15 rebounds. Slammers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Jerome Reid (195-1996) responded with 20 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Michael Dupree (185, college: Northwest) scored 17 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Slammers moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Blackburn V. and Cent.Coast C. Giants lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with ten games lost. Slammers will meet at home league's second-placed Hawks in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Giants will play against Lightning (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: B.Tuach 26+12reb+4ast, C.Xavier 25+3reb+1ast, B.Stevens 16+15reb, M.Wugol 13+3reb+2ast, K.Pharell 7+3reb+3ast, C.Weeden 4+3reb+3ast
Goldfields G.: J.Reid 20+7reb+1ast, M.Dupree 17+4reb+3ast, C.Hamish 12, L.Smith 11+6reb+1ast, K.Anguik 11+7reb+2ast, M.Malek 6+11reb+3ast

Kalamunda ES - Rockingham F. 84-124

Everything went according to plan in Kalamunda where second ranked Flames (11-3) outleveled 7th ranked Suns (7-6) 124-84 on Saturday. Flames shot 62.9 percent from the field. Flames had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 23 long-distance shots on high 62.2 percentage. Flames looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Suns' players. It was a great evening for American guard Devondrick Walker (196-1992, college: A&M-Commerce) who led his team to a victory scoring 41 points (!!!). Forward Justin Beard (196-1996) helped adding 20 points and 7 assists. Four Flames players scored in double figures. New Zealand guard Joe Cook-Green (185-1997, college: TxWes) responded with 22 points and American swingman Albert Almanza (198, college: SHSU) scored 16 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. Flames have a solid series of three victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Frankston B. and Norths B. Loser Suns dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. They share the position with Mackay M.. Flames will meet Wanneroo (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Suns will play against Buccaneers and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: D.Walker 41+3reb+2ast, J.Beard 20+4reb+7ast, J.Combs 19+6reb+3ast, H.Cody 14+2ast, T.Durnin 12+8reb+2ast, M.Nelson 8+4reb+9ast
Kalamunda ES: J.Cook-Green 22+1reb, A.Almanza 16+3reb+1ast, R.Maxwell 14+4reb+1ast, A.Tom 9+7reb+3ast, S.Salinas 8+4reb+5ast, M.Di Ante 5+5reb

Mandurah M. - Goldfields G. 120-106

There was a minor upset in Mandurah where 11th ranked Giants (5-10) were defeated by fourteenth ranked Magic (2-13) 120-106 on Sunday. Magic made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. Magic outrebounded Giants 48-37 including a 36-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for power forward CJ Bobbitt (201-1997, college: Denver) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 4 assists. DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) helped adding 24 points, 8 rebounds and 13 assists (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!). Five Magic players scored in double figures. Magic's coach Mark Utley used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Michael Dupree (185, college: Northwest) responded with 31 points and 4 assists and Lafonzo Smith (206, college: Benedict) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds. Magic maintains fourteenth place with 2-13 record. Giants lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with ten games lost. Magic will meet at home higher ranked Senators (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Giants will play against Lightning and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: C.Bobbitt 35+12reb+4ast, D.Abrom 24+8reb+13ast, I.Abergut 20+8reb+1ast, R.Turner 18+8reb, C.Kyle 11+2reb+1ast, C.Jayden 7+3reb+1ast
Goldfields G.: M.Dupree 31+3reb+4ast, C.Hamish 24+2reb+2ast, L.Smith 20+12reb+3ast, M.Malek 8+7reb+1ast, K.Anguik 8+6reb+1ast, J.Reid 7+2reb+4ast

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