NBL One Round 32: Crusaders beat Bulls by two after a very close game

The games at this stage are more interesting as they can be crucial for the final standings in Regular Season. Despite we already know who is stronger and who is weaker, there may be still last minute surprises and upsets. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 32 in the Big V took place in Terrigal. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of second-ranked Bulls (15-4) to twelfth ranked Crusaders (5-15) 104-102 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Bulls. Crusaders made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 29 Bulls turnovers. American point guard Aaron Ajay Lawton (184-1994, college: Indianapolis) orchestrated the victory by scoring 37 points (!!!), 6 assists and 6 steals (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Tye McGann (-1992) contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. American guard Blake Morrow (193-1996, college: Southeastern) replied with 37 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds for Bulls. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Crusaders maintains twelfth position with 5-15 record. Bulls at the other side keep the second place with four games lost. Crusaders are looking forward to face higher ranked Hawks (#10) in Wollongong in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bulls will play at home against Bankstown Bruins (#13) and are hoping to win this game.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Buccaneers (14-5) against seventh ranked Redbacks (12-8) on Sunday night. Visiting Buccaneers were defeated by Redbacks in a tough game in Northbridge 88-97. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Buccaneers. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Tevin Jackson (202-1994, college: McNeese St.) who helped to win the game recording 28 points (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and Bryton Hobbs who added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Guard Malik Meunier (185-1999) responded with 20 points and 5 assists. Redbacks moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Buccaneers at the other side keep the third position with five games lost. Redbacks will play against Slammers (#13) in Bunbury in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Buccaneers will play at home against the league's second-placed Hawks (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Big V top team - Knox Raiders (16-4) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed nineteenth ranked Dandenong Rangers (3-18) 112-87. The winners were led by KJ Feagin who scored that evening 28 points and 4 assists. Knox Raiders' coach Matthew Nunn felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 22 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists by Jack Roberts did not help to save the game for Dandenong Rangers. Knox Raiders have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-4 record. Dandenong Rangers lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth place with 18 games lost. Knox Raiders will meet at home Bendigo Braves (#12) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Dandenong Rangers will play against Cavaliers (#18) in Cranbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 32: Wyndham D. smashed Bellarine S. on the road 121-74. Sunbury J. destroyed Western PS on its own court 108-70. Norwood F. was outscored by S.Adelaide P. in Park Holme 95-66. Newcastle F. recorded a loss to Illawarra H. 2 at home 63-66. Maitland M. defeated Penrith P. on the opponent's court 101-95. Ballarat M. beat Diamond V.E. in a home game 105-87. Eltham W. won against Kilsyth C. on the road 77-67. Nunawading S. unfortunately lost to Frankston B. on its own court 83-100. Bendigo B. was rolled over Sandringham S. in Cheltenham 65-105. Melbourne T. defeated Casey C. at home 90-79.
The most impressive performance of 32th round was 25 points and 6 rebounds by Nathan Marshall of Sunbury J..

Group Big V

Bellarine S. - Wyndham D. 74-121

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Devils (13-4) crushed 9th ranked Storm (4-13) in Bellarine 121-74 on Sunday. Devils forced 24 Storm turnovers and outrebounded them 50-37 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by American point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) who scored that evening 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Daniaell Herbert supported him with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Howard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four Devils players scored in double figures. Even 20 points and 7 rebounds by American center Bryce Cashman (211-1996, college: NWOSU) did not help to save the game for Storm. Point guard Lewis Varley (186-1993) added 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. Storm's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Devils have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Hume City B. and Sunbury J. Loser Storm keeps the ninth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Eastern M.. Devils will meet league's leader Hume City Broncos in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Storm will play against Steelers (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Wyndham D.: M.Howard 26+5reb+4ast, D.Herbert 18+8reb+4ast, K.Green 17+7reb+1ast, T.Abram 15+3reb+1ast, A.Dolny 13+3reb+1ast, J.Oskar 10+1reb+1ast
Bellarine S.: L.Varley 21+5reb+4ast, B.Cashman 20+7reb+3ast, K.Max 14+3reb, G.Nathan 9+4reb, J.Rohan 4+9reb, B.Jye 4+5reb

Sunbury J. - Western PS 108-70

Very expected game when 10th ranked Steelers (1-16) were smashed by third ranked Jets (13-4) in Sunbury 108-70 on Sunday. Jets outrebounded Steelers 60-27 including a 23-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 54.1 percentage. Jets looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Steelers' players. The winners were led by forward Mark Berezdecky (197-1993) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Nathan Marshall supported him with 25 points and 6 rebounds. Five Jets players scored in double figures. Jets' coach John White felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 30 points, 5 assists and 4 steals by naturalized British guard Daryl Corletto (193-1981) did not help to save the game for Steelers. American center Russell Permenter (203-1988, college: Providence) added 12 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Jets keep a position of league leader, which they share with Hume City B. and Wyndham D. Steelers lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 16 games lost. Jets will meet Cougars (#5) in the next round. Steelers will play against Storm (#9) in Bellarine and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sunbury J.: M.Nathan 25+6reb+3ast, J.Weston 24+2reb+3ast, M.Berezdecky 22+12reb+4ast, I.Sanders 10+4reb+11ast, G.Blackshear 10+15reb+6ast, W.Jeremy 7+12reb+2ast
Western PS: D.Corletto 30+4reb+5ast, R.Permenter 12+8reb+2ast, S.Sandhu 7+1reb+1ast, M.Matthew 6+1ast, J.Gaze 5+7reb, T.Matthew 4+2reb

Group NBL1 Central

S.Adelaide P. - Norwood F. 95-66

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked South Adelaide Panthers' (12-5) home victory over 5th ranked Norwood Flames (9-8) in Park Holme 95-66 on Saturday. South Adelaide Panthers outrebounded Norwood Flames 51-36 including 16 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by forward Lloyd McVeigh (197-2003) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds and the former international power forward Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) supported him with 17 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Four South Adelaide Panthers players scored in double figures. Even 28 points and 8 rebounds by Walter Mcbride did not help to save the game for Norwood Flames. Forward Thomas Goodall (198-1997, college: NIACC) added 5 points and 11 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. South Adelaide Panthers have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Forestville E. Loser Norwood Flames dropped to the sixth position with eight games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R. and USC Rip. South Adelaide Panthers will meet at home Woodville Warriors (#5) in the next round. Norwood Flames will play against North Adelaide Rockets in Greenacres and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: M.Lloyd 31+10reb, D.Johnson 17+9reb+4ast, J.Hoppo 12+2reb+1ast, C.Scott 10+4reb+2ast, A.Starling 9+14reb+4ast, C.Ellison 8+5reb+1ast
Norwood F.: M.Walter 28+8reb+2ast, I.Miller-Jose 11+4reb+1ast, J.Stanwix 8+3reb+4ast, D.Webber 7+4reb, M.Lycett 7+3reb+5ast, T.Goodall 5+11reb

Group NBL1 East

Cent.Coast C. - Inner WB 104-102

The most exciting game of round 32 in the Big V took place in Terrigal. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of second-ranked Bulls (15-4) to twelfth ranked Crusaders (5-15) 104-102 on Sunday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the guest team. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Bulls. Crusaders made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 29 Bulls turnovers. American point guard Aaron Ajay Lawton (184-1994, college: Indianapolis) orchestrated the victory by scoring 37 points (!!!), 6 assists and 6 steals (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Tye McGann (-1992) contributed with 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. Lawton is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American guard Blake Morrow (193-1996, college: Southeastern) replied with 37 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds and forward Alex Higgins-Titsha (197-2000) added 26 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Bulls. Four Bulls players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Crusaders maintains twelfth position with 5-15 record. Bulls at the other side keep the second place with four games lost. Crusaders are looking forward to face higher ranked Hawks (#10) in Wollongong in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bulls will play at home against Bankstown Bruins (#13) and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: A.Ajay Lawton 37+4reb+6ast, T.McGann 18+6reb, C.Luke 13+2reb+2ast, W.Nicholas 9+6reb+2ast, B.Alex 7+1ast, S.Jamal 6
Inner WB: B.Morrow 37+9reb+2ast, H.Alex 26+6reb+2ast, C.Bryant 20+7reb, T.Tolovae 11+2reb, J.MacCann 3+2reb+1ast, T.Nicko 2+1reb+2ast

Newcastle F. - Illawarra H. 2 63-66

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Falcons (12-8) were edged by tenth ranked Hawks (10-10) in Broadmeadow 66-63 on Sunday. The winners were led by swingman Noah Pagotto (191-2005) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds and guard William Hickey (194-1999) supported him with 17 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Even a double-double of 16 points and 16 rebounds by forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) did not help to save the game for Falcons. American guard Anthony Gaines (193-1998, college: Siena) added 19 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals for the hosts. Hawks moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Albury W.B. Loser Falcons dropped to the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Hawks will meet at home Crusaders (#12) in the next round. Falcons will play against Mustangs (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: P.Noah 25+12reb, H.William 17+14reb+4ast, L.Walker 14+5reb+5ast, E.Laudato 7+3reb+2ast, D.Philip 3, P.Aaron 0
Newcastle F.: A.Gaines 19+8reb+4ast, T.Akamarmoi 16+1reb+1ast, M.Cherry 16+16reb+3ast, M.Maluach 4+2reb+1ast, R.Beisty 4+8reb+1ast, G.Jaidyn 2+5reb+3ast

Penrith P. - Maitland M. 95-101

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked Mustangs (14-6) defeated 15th ranked Panthers (3-16) in Penrith 101-95 on Sunday. Mustangs made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Panthers turnovers. The winners were led by forward Matt Gray (203-1999) who scored that evening 26 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) supported him with 27 points and 5 assists. Mustangs' coach Luke Boyle used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 19 points and 13 rebounds by forward Caleb Fetui-Faamoe (195-2003) did not help to save the game for Panthers. Tomas Ramos added 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the hosts. Five Mustangs and four Panthers players scored in double figures. Mustangs have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Mt Gambier and Sandringham S. Panthers lost ninth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with 16 games lost. They share it with SW Slammers. Mustangs will meet Falcons (#7) in the next round. Panthers will play against Norths Soul Sports Bears (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: W.Cranston-Lown 27+2reb+5ast, G.Matt 26+5reb+3ast, J.Hunter 16+4reb, K.Warren 11+6reb+2ast, P.Billy 11+6reb+3ast, J.Edwards 4+1reb+2ast
Penrith P.: R.Tomas 22+5reb+5ast, F.Caleb 19+13reb+3ast, S.Brodie 17+6reb+3ast, F.Jaedyn 15+5reb+2ast, B.Kaylis 9+1reb+2ast, S.Pranaya 7+2ast

Group NBL1 South

Ballarat M. - Diamond V.E. 105-87

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (12-9) lost to tenth ranked Ballarat Miners (11-10) in Wendouree 87-105 on Sunday. Ballarat Miners forced 23 Diamond Valley Eagles turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by American power forward Tyler Rudolph (198-1996, college: Minot St.) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 32 points and 16 rebounds and naturalized British swingman Adam Thoseby (197-1991, college: GSW) supported him with 28 points and 5 assists. Worth to mention Thoseby played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Even 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by swingman Joel Capetola (194-2001) did not help to save the game for Diamond Valley Eagles. Center Ben Allen (211-1986, college: SMC) added 12 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ballarat Miners have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Hobart C. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles keep the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Nunawading S.. Ballarat Miners will meet Bendigo Braves (#12) on the road in the next round. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Eltham Wildcats (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: T.Rudolph 32+16reb+2ast, A.Thoseby 28+4reb+5ast, D.Jack 17+3reb+3ast, N.Pozoglou 14+6reb+7ast, M.Cody 11+2reb+5ast, J.Lloyd 3+1reb+1ast
Diamond V.E.: M.Worthy 15+3reb+2ast, D.O'Wili 13+5reb+1ast, B.Allen 12+8reb, N.Manyang 12+8reb, C.Joel 12+6reb+5ast, S.BJ 11+7reb+1ast

Dandenong R. - Knox R. 87-112

Big V top team - Knox Raiders (16-4) had no problems winning another game on Sunday. This time they crushed nineteenth ranked Dandenong Rangers (3-18) 112-87. Knox Raiders made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by American point guard KJ Feagin (185-1997, college: SDSU) who scored that evening 28 points and 4 assists and the other American import Wayne Stewart Jr (201, college: A&M-Commerce) supported him with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Knox Raiders players scored in double figures. Knox Raiders' coach Matthew Nunn felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 22 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists by guard Jack Roberts (196-1999, college: SVSU) did not help to save the game for Dandenong Rangers. Forward Lawson Eales (197-1999) added 13 points for the hosts. Knox Raiders have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-4 record. Dandenong Rangers lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth place with 18 games lost. Knox Raiders will meet at home Bendigo Braves (#12) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Dandenong Rangers will play against Cavaliers (#18) in Cranbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: K.Feagin 28+2reb+4ast, W.Stewart Jr 18+7reb+4ast, R.Austin 16+5reb+2ast, J.Foy 12+1reb+1ast, M.Peatling 11+5reb, M.Akec 7+7reb
Dandenong R.: J.Roberts 22+6reb+7ast, E.Lawson 13+4reb, J.Eyman 10+5reb+1ast, B.Harrison 9+2reb+2ast, J.Ghee 9+2reb+2ast, P.Deng 8+1reb

Kilsyth C. - Eltham W. 67-77

No shocking result in a game when eighth ranked Eltham Wildcats (12-8) beat on the road 12th ranked Kilsyth Cobras (9-12) 77-67 on Sunday. The winners were led by guard Owen Foxwell (187-2003) who scored that evening 24 points and 7 rebounds and American power forward Joshua Sykes (203-1996, college: Fresno City) supported him with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Even 22 points and 5 rebounds by guard Adrian Tomada (-1995) did not help to save the game for Kilsyth Cobras. Guard Jamie Ahale (196-1999, college: UIC) added 12 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. Kilsyth Cobras' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Eltham Wildcats moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Kilsyth Cobras dropped to the fourteenth position with 12 games lost. Eltham Wildcats will meet at home higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kilsyth Cobras will play against the league's leader Knox Raiders (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: F.Owen 24+7reb+3ast, J.Sykes 19+10reb+1ast, C.Dalton 14+9reb, A.Glover 7+7reb+4ast, O.Magbegor 6+4reb, S.Whelan 6+3reb+1ast
Kilsyth C.: A.Tomada 22+5reb+2ast, J.Ahale 12+11reb+3ast, A.MacMillan 10+7reb+1ast, C.Galbreath 7+4reb+1ast, H.MacDonald 4+2reb+1ast, F.Nicholas 4+5reb+1ast

Nunawading S. - Frankston B. 83-100

Rather expected game when 5th ranked Spectres (12-9) lost to third ranked Frankston Blues (15-6) in East Burwood 83-100 on Sunday. Frankston Blues made 21-of-23 free shots (91.3 percent) during the game. The winners were led by forward Daniel Trist (206-1992, college: Lafayette) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 30 points and 11 rebounds and point guard Lucas Barker (183-1993, college: Indianapolis) supported him with 14 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists. Even 16 points and 4 assists by American swingman Jalen Gibbs (190-1999, college: JSU) did not help to save the game for Spectres. Guard Jack Gandolfo (-1998) added 13 points and 5 assists for the hosts. Five Frankston Blues and four Spectres players scored in double figures. Spectres' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Frankston Blues moved-up to second place. Loser Spectres dropped to the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Diamond V.E.. Frankston Blues will meet at home Sabres (#4) in the next round. Spectres will play against Ringwood Hawks and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: D.Trist 30+11reb+2ast, L.Barker 14+12reb+8ast, M.Vincent 12+2reb, L.Barker 12+5reb+1ast, I.Hadziomerovic 10+6reb+5ast, T.Garrett 8+3reb
Nunawading S.: J.Gibbs 16+4reb+4ast, J.Gandolfo 13+2reb+5ast, W.Carius 12+7reb, K.Box 11+4reb+2ast, T.Nicolas 6+6reb, J.Tomasi 6+4reb+1ast

Sandringham S. - Bendigo B. 105-65

Very predictable result when fourth ranked Sabres (14-6) rolled over 11th ranked Bendigo Braves (9-11) in Cheltenham 105-65 on Sunday. Sabres dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Bendigo Braves' 24. They outrebounded Bendigo Braves 53-28 including a 39-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by guard Ben Ayre (188-1995, college: Newman) who scored that evening 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized American guard CJ Asuncion-Byrd (194-1996, college: LeMoyne) supported him with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Coach Rhys Carter's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 17 points by guard Lachlan OBrien (-2003) did not help to save the game for Bendigo Braves. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) added 11 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Four Bendigo Braves players scored in double figures. Sabres moved-up to third place, which they share with Mt Gambier and Maitland M. Loser Bendigo Braves dropped to the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Geelong S.. Sabres will meet Tigers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bendigo Braves will play against the league's leader Knox Raiders in Wantirna South and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: B.Ayre 25+5reb+5ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 19+7reb+1ast, D.Pineau 15+11reb, N.Gabsch 12+1reb+1ast, B.Campbell 10+2reb+3ast, K.Tom 9+12reb+1ast
Bendigo B.: O.Lachlan 17+2reb+1ast, L.Mayen 11+5reb+2ast, S.Billy 10+3reb, A.Pechacek 10+6reb, I.Murphy 6+3reb+1ast, S.Lachlan 5+2reb

Melbourne T. - Casey C. 90-79

Not a big story in a game when 18th ranked Cavaliers (3-17) lost to twelfth ranked Tigers (10-11) in Melbourne 79-90 on Sunday. Tigers made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. The winners were led by forward Mason Gaze (198-2001, college: Lindenwood) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) supported him with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Tigers' coach Andrew Gaze used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even a double-double of 13 points and 24 rebounds by Senegalese center Sidy Djitte (208-1994, college: Clemson, agency: Helping Ballers) did not help to save the game for Cavaliers. American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) added 28 points for the guests. Tigers moved-up to eleventh place. Cavaliers lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth position with 17 games lost. Tigers will meet at home higher ranked Sabres (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Cavaliers will play against Thunder (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: M.Gaze 26+11reb+4ast, J.Purchase 17+9reb+4ast, M.Wearne 15+2reb+2ast, R.Simankevicius 13+4reb+1ast, F.Von Hofe 8+2reb+1ast, C.Taj 7+1reb+3ast
Casey C.: P.Bungei 28+3reb+2ast, M.Riggs 16+3reb+1ast, S.Djitte 13+24reb+1ast, D.Baker 6+4reb+3ast, N.Frost 4, P.Emilien 4+2reb+1ast

Group NBL1 West

Perth R. - Geraldton B. 97-88

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Buccaneers (14-5) against seventh ranked Redbacks (12-8) on Sunday night. Visiting Buccaneers were defeated by Redbacks in a tough game in Northbridge 88-97. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Buccaneers. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Tevin Jackson (202-1994, college: McNeese St.) who helped to win the game recording 28 points (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) who added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Guard Malik Meunier (185-1999) responded with 20 points and 5 assists and swingman Aaron Ralph (200-1989) scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Four Buccaneers players scored in double figures. Redbacks moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Buccaneers at the other side keep the third position with five games lost. Redbacks will play against Slammers (#13) in Bunbury in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Buccaneers will play at home against the league's second-placed Hawks (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: T.Jackson 28+4reb+1ast, B.Hobbs 18+5reb+5ast, O.David 13+9reb+3ast, L.Timms 10+3reb, B.Voelkel 9+12reb+2ast, S.Vaiangina 9+4reb+2ast
Geraldton B.: A.Ralph 21+5reb+2ast, N.Johny 20+5reb+3ast, M.Meunier 20+3reb+5ast, S.Stewart 17+2reb+4ast, F.Klasztorny 6+3reb+2ast, R.Blanchett 2+3reb+1ast



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