NBL One Round 21 of Regular Season

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Forestville Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Forestville Eagles edged 3rd placed South Adelaide Panthers in Goodwood 89-88. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of South Adelaide Panthers. Forestville E. outrebounded S.Adelaide P. 42-25 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who scored 28 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Uche Dibiamaka (193-1999, college: St.Edward's) chipped in 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) who recorded 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks. South Adelaide Panthers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Forestville Eagles (8-1) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Canberra G. and Willetton T. S.Adelaide P. at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Hobart C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Undefeated Mustangs (7-1) recorded its first loss in Maitland. Hosts were defeated by seventh ranked Hills Hornets (5-3) 101-86. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Mustangs. It was a good game for American guard Ishmael Sanders (188, college: C-N) who led his team to a victory with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Chris Bryant contributed with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Hills Hornets' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) answered with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for Maitland. Hills H. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Knox R. Maitland at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. They share it with Geraldton B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
A very close game took place in Inner West between Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and Bulls. Sixth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-1) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd placed Bulls (7-2). Manly Warringah Sea Eagles managed to escape with a 3-point win 82-79 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Bulls. Mason Bragg stepped up and scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Zach Hudson with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. Manly Warr. moved-up to fifth place. Loser Bulls still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Manly Warr. will meet Newcastle F. (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Inner WB will play against BA CoE (#7) and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 21 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
N.Adelaide R. defeated Eastern M. in Greenacres 77-76. Sturt S. was smashed by W.Adelaide B. at home 81-104. C.District L. won against Woodville W. on the opponent's court 104-96. Southern T. was outscored by Norwood F. in a home game 71-106. Canberra G. rolled over Cent.Coast C. on the road 97-67. Illawarra H. 2 defeated Hornsby S. on its own court 101-91. BA CoE smashed Newcastle F. in Canberra 76-53. Sydney C. destroyed Sutherland at home 86-66. Penrith unfortunately lost to Norths B. on the opponent's court 86-96. Bankstown B. was rolled over Albury W.B. in a home game 84-106. Cairns M. was defeated by USC Rip on the road 99-94. Townsville H. lost to undefeated Mackay on its own court 87-102. Logan T. was destroyed by SD Spartans in Brisbane 64-106. Gold Coast R. managed to outperform Northside W. at home 98-94. NGC Seahawks recorded a loss to Ipswich F. on the opponent's court 91-87. Bendigo defeated Frankston B. in a home game 90-79. Sandringham S. beat Geelong S. on the road 85-74. NW Tasmania lost to Melbourne T. on its own court 74-84. Keilor T. managed to outperform Dandenong R. in Melbourne 101-97. Knox R. recorded a loss to Waverley F. at home 91-98. Diamond V.E. defeated Ringwood on the opponent's court 99-91. Ballarat M. beat Eltham W. in a home game 95-82. Kilsyth C. won against Casey on the road 87-69. Goldfields G. unfortunately lost to Mandurah on its own court 94-107. Willetton T. rolled over Lakeside L. in a road game 111-90. Kalamunda ES was crushed by Rockingham F. at home 72-91. East Perth E. beat Geraldton B. on the opponent's court 87-72. Perth R. lost to SW Slammers in a home game 73-81. Cockburn C. was outscored by Warwick S. on the road 93-113.
The best stats of 21th round was 38 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 6 assists by Jonathan Janssen of Rockingham F..

Group Central

Forestville E. - S.Adelaide P. 89-88

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Forestville Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Forestville Eagles edged 3rd placed South Adelaide Panthers in Goodwood 89-88. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of South Adelaide Panthers. Forestville E. outrebounded S.Adelaide P. 42-25 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who scored 28 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Uche Dibiamaka (193-1999, college: St.Edward's) chipped in 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) who recorded 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks and forward Tom Kubank (201-1995, college: Mary) added 16 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. South Adelaide Panthers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Forestville Eagles (8-1) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Canberra G. and Willetton T. S.Adelaide P. at the other side keeps the third place with three games lost. They share the position with Hobart C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: D.Johnson 28+9reb+1ast, G.Mays 23+6reb+2ast, U.Dibiamaka 20+7reb+5ast, A.Doyle 12+8reb+9ast, F.Ipassou 4+6reb+1ast, B.Rathjen 2+4reb+6ast
S.Adelaide P.: A.Starling 19+7reb+2ast, T.Kubank 16+4reb+3ast, C.Scott 13+2ast, C.Ellison 10+5reb, S.Johns 9+3reb+4ast, J.Boonstoppel 6+1reb

Eastern M. - N.Adelaide R. 76-77

There was an upset in Mt. Barker where higher ranked Eastern Mavericks (4-5) were edged by tenth ranked North Adelaide Rockets (2-7) 77-76 on Saturday. N.Adelaide R. forced 28 Eastern M. turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when N.Adelaide R. made 7 blocks. Center Steven Parfitt (-2002) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winners and American guard Durrell McDonald (188-1994, college: Mercyhurst) chipped in 22 points and 5 steals. North Adelaide Rockets' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American forward Jordan Rawls (198-1998, college: Allegheny) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import swingman Melvin Newbern (196-1997, college: Minot St.) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. Four Eastern M. players scored in double figures. N.Adelaide R. maintains tenth place with 2-7 record, which they share with Casey. Eastern M. lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with Norwood F.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: D.McDonald 22+2reb, Y.Clay 15+5reb+1ast, P.Steven 15+15reb+3ast, M.Koop 7+9reb+3ast, R.Crawford 6+1reb, W.Caleb 4+3reb+2ast
Eastern M.: M.Newbern 20+7reb+3ast, J.Rawls 19+10reb+3ast, L.Hunter 17+5reb+2ast, R.Owen 11+5reb, E.Brandon 9+9reb+2ast, M.Ethan 0

Sturt S. - W.Adelaide B. 81-104

There was a small surprise in Pasadena where fifth ranked Bearcats (5-4) smashed second-best Sturt Sabres (7-2) 104-81 on Saturday. W.Adelaide B. had a 41-28 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Fabijan Krslovic (203-1995, college: Montana) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) chipped in 24 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Bearcats players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and naturalized Italian forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. W.Adelaide B. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Sturt Sabres still keeps top position with two 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:
W.Adelaide B.: A.Drmic 24+8reb+7ast, G.Akoldah 23+9reb, F.Krslovic 22+13reb+6ast, M.Djeric 10+7reb+5ast, J.Spear 9+4reb+4ast, H.Staude 8+4reb+3ast
Sturt S.: J.Forbes 29+12reb+6ast, J.Rigoni 14+10reb, D.Patrick 8+1reb+2ast, T.Dowdell 8+8reb+3ast, S.Daly 7+4reb+2ast, J.Turnbull 5+1reb

Woodville W. - C.District L. 96-104

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Flinders Park where 7th ranked Woodville Warriors (3-5) were defeated by eighth ranked Central District Lions (3-6) 104-96 on Saturday. C.District L. made 23-of-29 free shots (79.3 percent) during the game. Guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) stepped up and scored 31 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and American swingman Branden Jenkins (196-1994, college: TxWes, agency: AltusBasket) chipped in 26 points and 8 rebounds. Jenkins is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Central District Lions players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St.) with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and point guard Nicholas Wurm (183-1997, college: Dickinson St.) scored 16 points and 4 assists. Woodville Warriors' coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. C.District L. maintains eighth place with 3-6 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Woodville W. lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with five 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:
C.District L.: K.Sapwell 31+6reb+2ast, B.Jenkins 26+8reb+2ast, C.Jewell 14+7reb+1ast, M.Richards 14+8reb+3ast, L.Manhom 8+10reb+2ast, K.Sapwell 6+1reb+7ast
Woodville W.: R.Meldrum 21+3ast, S.Black 18+7reb+6ast, N.Wurm 16+4reb+4ast, D.McKee 9+2reb+1ast, B.Janssan 8+1ast, J.Jackson 8+10reb+4ast

Southern T. - Norwood F. 71-106

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Norwood Flames' (4-5) road victory over 8th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (2-6) 106-71 on Saturday. Norwood F. dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Noarlunga City Southern Tigers's 40. Norwood F. outrebounded Southern T. 49-32 including 16 on the offensive glass. American power forward Jack Hemphill (208-1999, college: SFC) stepped up and scored 23 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and New Zealand forward Isaac Miller-Jose (203-1998, college: Manitoba) chipped in 14 points and 11 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Azerbaijani power forward Michael Diggins (205-1998, college: UIC, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) with 16 points and American guard Riley Miller (190-2000, college: St.Thomas) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. Five Norwood F. and four Southern T. players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Norwood F. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Eastern M. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers dropped to the ninth position with six 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:
Norwood F.: J.Hemphill 23+8reb+1ast, J.Stanwix 20+5reb, H.Riley 15+7reb+3ast, I.Miller-Jose 14+11reb+2ast, B.Morrow 10+4reb+5ast, O.Cooper 9+5reb+4ast
Southern T.: M.Diggins 16+3reb+1ast, O.Mitchell 13+2reb, I.Abergut 11+2reb, R.Miller 10+5reb+2ast, L.Nicholas 9+2reb+3ast, B.Nick 4+2reb

Group East

Cent.Coast C. - Canberra G. 67-97

Not a big story in a game in Terrigal where 11th ranked Crusaders (3-5) were outplayed by second ranked Canberra Gunners (8-1) 97-67 on Saturday. Canberra G. outrebounded Cent.Coast C. 61-38 including a 25-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. Center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and forward Cameron Pender (199-2004) chipped in 19 points and 11 rebounds. Five Canberra Gunners players scored in double figures. Canberra Gunners' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was Robert Heath (-1998) with 15 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Evan Wardlow (195-1996, college: CS East Bay) scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Canberra Gunners. Canberra G. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Willetton T. and Forestville E. Cent.Coast C. lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Canberra G.: G.Morison 21+17reb+4ast, P.Cameron 19+11reb+2ast, J.Toohey 16+3reb+5ast, D.Emelifeonwu 14+5reb+3ast, M.William 11+16reb+1ast, A.Clarke 10+4reb+1ast
Cent.Coast C.: H.Robert 15+7reb+2ast, T.Akamarmoi 14+2reb+1ast, E.Wardlow 10+5reb+3ast, T.McGann 9+3reb+2ast, C.Nai 7+7reb+1ast, W.Bates 6+7reb+2ast

Illawarra H. 2 - Hornsby S. 101-91

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifteenth ranked Hawks' (1-7) home victory over bottom-ranked Spiders (0-9) 101-91 on Saturday. Illawarra H. 2 forced 23 Hornsby S. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Forward Riley Abercrombie (206, college: N.Colorado) stepped up and scored 32 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American point guard Matt Frierson (185-1997, college: Citadel) chipped in 23 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). The best for the losing side was guard Steven Hall (180) with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and Nate Chappell scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks. Four Illawarra H. 2 and five Hornsby S. players scored in double figures. Spiders' coach tested twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Hawks left bottom position moving up to fourteenth place, which they share with Penrith. It was Hornsby S.'s ninth loss in a row. They still close the standings with nine games lost. Illawarra H. 2 will meet at home higher ranked Norths B. (#9) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hornsby S. will play against Sydney C. (#10) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: R.Abercrombie 32+5reb+4ast, M.Frierson 23+6reb+5ast, D.Philip 19+8reb+2ast, B.Bradley 11+11reb+5ast, E.Laudato 8+5reb+8ast, P.Lancaster 5+2reb+3ast
Hornsby S.: C.Nate 18+5reb+2ast, W.Isaiah 14+5reb+2ast, S.Hall 13+11reb+6ast, R.Aaron 13+6reb+1ast, A.Brian 12+1reb+4ast, G.Kingsley 8+1reb

Newcastle F. - BA CoE 53-76

There was no surprise in Broadmeadow where 13th ranked Falcons (2-6) were crushed by eighth ranked Excellence (4-3) 76-53 on Saturday. BA CoE forced 19 Newcastle F. turnovers. The former international guard Joshua Dent (188-2005) stepped up and scored 9 points, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners and New Zealand center Julius Halaifonua (214-2006) chipped in 11 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Excellence. BA CoE moved-up to seventh place. Loser Falcons dropped to the ninth position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. BA CoE will meet higher ranked Inner WB (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Newcastle F. will play against Manly Warr. (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: K.Yuto 14+3reb, S.Kye 11+1ast, H.Julius 11+6reb+1ast, O.James 9+7reb+1ast, D.Joshua 9+4reb+5ast, B.Che 7+1reb+2ast
Newcastle F.: R.Beisty 15+8reb+1ast, M.Cherry 14+10reb+4ast, K.Shannon 8+5reb+5ast, J.Smith 5+8reb, A.Clinton 5+2reb, R.Ryan 3

Sydney C. - Sutherland S. 86-66

Everything could happen in Alexandria at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Sydney City Comets and 11th ranked Sutherland Sharks had identical 3-4 record. This time Sydney City Comets used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Sutherland 86-66 on Saturday night. Sydney C. forced 20 Sutherland turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Point guard Anthony Mundine (167-2005) stepped up and scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and center Johnny Crnogorac (216-1995, college: UTRGV) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Four Sydney City Comets players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Lochlan Hutchison (188-1999) with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Klairus Amir (200-2005) scored 15 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sydney C. (4-4) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Sutherland Sharks dropped to the seventh position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Sydney C. will meet Hornsby S. (#16) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sutherland will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: M.Anthony 23+5reb+5ast, J.Crnogorac 22+8reb, E.Docker 15+9reb+4ast, W.Matthew 13+5reb+10ast, A.Christian 7+4reb, B.White 3+8reb+1ast
Sutherland S.: A.Klairus 15+2reb+2ast, H.Lochlan 14+5reb+7ast, B.Williams 9+5reb, V.Christopher 8+7reb, N.Callum 7+1ast, F.Mamadou 5+8reb+1ast

Norths B. - Penrith P. 96-86

Very expected game in Crows Nest where 14th ranked Panthers (1-7) were defeated by tenth ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (4-4) 96-86 on Saturday. American Mandrell Worthy (191-1996, college: Azusa Pacific) stepped up and scored 29 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and his fellow American import swingman Lewis Holey (196-1994, college: St.Francis, IL) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. Worthy is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was forward Brodie Schwarzer (195-2004) with 26 points and swingman Joshua Kalwy (196-1999) scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Norths B. and four Penrith players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Norths B. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Penrith lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fourteenth position with seven games lost. They share it with Illawarra H. 2. Norths B. will meet Illawarra H. 2 (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Penrith will play against Albury W.B. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: M.Worthy 29+8reb+6ast, P.Fraser 15+4reb+1ast, L.Holey 14+8reb+1ast, Y.Michael 13+4reb+4ast, J.Weinstein 11+3reb+4ast, C.Wilks 6+4reb
Penrith P.: S.Brodie 26+4reb+1ast, K.Joshua 14+7reb+7ast, F.Caleb 10+4reb+4ast, B.Kearins 10+8reb+5ast, J.McWilliams 6+1reb, A.Atien 5+5reb+1ast

Bankstown B. - Albury W.B. 84-106

Rather predictable result in Condell Park where fourth ranked Bandits (6-2) outscored 8th ranked Bankstown Bruins (4-4) 106-84 on Saturday. Albury W.B. shot 61.8 percent from the field. They also forced 19 Bankstown B. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Guard William Hickey (194-1999) stepped up with a triple-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds, 14 assists and 4 blocks (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and guard Lochlan Cummings (189-1995, college: HIU) chipped in 24 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. Five Bandits players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Naaman Hightower (201-1994, college: Sonoma St.) with 19 points and 9 rebounds and guard Hayden Blankley (198-2000, college: WTA&M) scored 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Albury W.B. moved-up to second place, which they share with Ballarat M. Loser Bankstown Bruins keeps the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Albury W.B. will meet Penrith (#14) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Bankstown B. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: L.Cummings 24+2reb+6ast, S.Montague 22+5reb, D.Mitchell 16+6reb+2ast, K.Blaylock 15+6reb+2ast, H.William 14+10reb+14ast, J.Cincurak 6+4reb+3ast
Bankstown B.: N.Hightower 19+9reb+2ast, H.Blankley 18+6reb+5ast, B.Thomas 11+5reb+3ast, M.Charlie 8+2reb+2ast, J.Lopez 7+4reb, P.Jonah 7+4reb+3ast

Maitland M. - Hills H. 86-101

Undefeated Mustangs (7-1) recorded its first loss in Maitland. Hosts were defeated by seventh ranked Hills Hornets (5-3) 101-86. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Mustangs. Hills H. players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. It was a good game for American guard Ishmael Sanders (188, college: C-N) who led his team to a victory with 29 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. His fellow American import power forward Chris Bryant (203-1992, college: Miami, OH) contributed with 27 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Four Hills Hornets players scored in double figures. Hills Hornets' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) answered with 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and American guard Christian Little (188-1998, college: Regis Univ.) added 9 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Maitland. Hills H. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Knox R. Maitland at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. They share it with Geraldton B.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: I.Sanders 29+6reb+7ast, C.Bryant 27+7reb+4ast, P.Joe 17+4reb+2ast, M.Pafe 13, M.Jamie 7+4reb+3ast, M.Liam 3+5reb+2ast
Maitland M.: G.Matt 15+6reb, P.Billy 13+5reb+1ast, W.Cranston-Lown 13+6reb+7ast, D.Millburn 11, C.Jay 9+2reb+1ast, C.Little 9+8reb+6ast

Inner WB - Manly Warr. 79-82

A very close game took place in Inner West between Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and Bulls. Sixth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-1) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd placed Bulls (7-2). Manly Warringah Sea Eagles managed to escape with a 3-point win 82-79 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Bulls. Manly Warr. outrebounded Inner WB 55-42 including 19 on the offensive glass. New Zealand point guard Mason Bragg (182-1993) stepped up and scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and American forward Matthew Eldridge (203-1996, college: Lindsey Wilson) chipped in 9 points and 22 rebounds. Eldridge is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. The best for the losing side was American forward Zach Hudson (203-1997, college: CBC) with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks and Jacob Ohmer scored 26 points and 5 rebounds. Four Inner WB players scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. Manly Warr. moved-up to fifth place. Loser Bulls still keeps top position with two games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Manly Warr. will meet Newcastle F. (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Inner WB will play against BA CoE (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr.: M.Bragg 24+7reb+7ast, J.Harper 22+9reb, V.Stefan 9+2reb+1ast, M.Eldridge 9+22reb+1ast, U.Eromon 7+4reb, E.Mitch 6+6reb
Inner WB: O.Jacob 26+5reb+1ast, Z.Hudson 21+9reb+2ast, H.Alex 12+11reb+2ast, T.Tolovae 11+8reb+2ast, T.Nicko 7+2reb+4ast, I.Signal 2+5reb

Group North

USC Rip - Cairns M. 99-94

There was an upset in Sippy Downs where 4th placed Cairns Marlins (3-3) were defeated by fifteenth ranked Rip City (1-1) 99-94 on Saturday. USC Rip looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Naturalized Maltese power forward Nelson Kahler (206-1994, college: CSU-Pueblo, agency: BIG) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 11-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners and point guard Kobe McDowell-White (183-2004) chipped in 15 points and 16 assists. The best for the losing side was guard Kody Stattmann (202-2000, college: Virginia) with 36 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and the former international guard Alexander Mudronja (196-1999, college: SMC) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Five USC Rip and four Cairns M. players scored in double figures. Rip City maintains fifteenth place with 1-1 record. Loser Cairns Marlins dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with Ipswich F.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
USC Rip: N.Kahler 23+13reb+2ast, J.Robateau 22+8reb+3ast, D.Dawam 18+8reb+1ast, M.Kobe 15+3reb+16ast, J.Lucas 12+2reb+3ast, B.Perry 6+4reb+1ast
Cairns M.: K.Stattmann 36+5reb+3ast, A.Mudronja 14+11reb+7ast, D.Kian 14+8reb+3ast, K.Stattmann 14+6reb+3ast, F.Aron 8+13reb+5ast, C.Ahwang 6+2reb

Townsville H. - Mackay M. 87-102

Everything went according to plan in Hermit Park where leader Mackay Meteors (4-0) won against 10th ranked Townsville Heat (2-4) 102-87 on Saturday. Mackay made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and power forward Luca Yates (208-2004, college: Barry) chipped in 20 points and 10 rebounds. Mackay Meteors' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was swingman Richard Peachey (201-2003, college: Umpqua CC) with 22 points and 7 rebounds and forward Harry Morris (198-2002) scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. Four Mackay and five Townsville H. players scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Mackay Meteors. They keep a position of league leader. Loser Townsville Heat dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. They share the position with Brisbane C. and SD Spartans. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mackay M.: I.White 26+10reb+7ast, L.Yates 20+10reb+1ast, J.Jamerson 19+3reb+1ast, T.Blanchfield 16+5reb+4ast, A.Krause 7+3reb, M.Kye 6+2reb+1ast
Townsville H.: R.Peachey 22+7reb+3ast, M.Harry 21+6reb+1ast, M.Rees 12+9reb+4ast, E.Betts 12+5reb+6ast, C.Kann 10+2reb+2ast, S.Haughton 5+1reb

SD Spartans - Logan T. 106-64

There was an upset when 3rd placed Thunder (3-2) was crushed on the road by fifteenth ranked Brisbane Spartans (2-4) 106-64 on Saturday. SD Spartans dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Thunder's 30. SD Spartans outrebounded Logan T. 53-32 including a 42-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. New Zealand center Tyrell Harrison (214-1999) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 18 rebounds for the winners and the former international guard Mitch Norton (184-1993) chipped in 18 points. Five Brisbane Spartans players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Zac Triplett (196-2001, college: Portland) with 19 points and 6 rebounds and guard Shaun Bruce (190-1991) scored 12 points and 9 assists. SD Spartans moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Townsville H. and Brisbane C. Loser Thunder dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Gold Coast R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: T.Harrison 30+18reb+2ast, M.Norton 18+3reb+3ast, C.Shervill 13+10reb+1ast, A.Ugrinic 12+8reb+1ast, J.Bairstow 11+4reb+3ast, H.Mason 10+4reb+1ast
Logan T.: Z.Triplett 19+6reb+1ast, S.Bruce 12+4reb+9ast, C.Dalton 12+5reb+1ast, T.Howard 6+10reb+3ast, M.Jean-Luc 6+2reb+1ast, C.Cedar 5+3reb

Gold Coast R. - Northside W. 98-94

No shocking result in a game in Gold Coast where eighth ranked Rollers (3-2) defeated 12th ranked Northside Wizards (2-5) 98-94 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Gold Coast R. shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Gold Coast R. made 8 blocks. The former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 6 rebounds and 15 assists for the winners and American point guard Preston Le Gassick (182-2003, college: Chowan) chipped in 21 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was naturalized South Sudanese guard Jackson Makoi (196-2000, college: Daytona St.) with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and Lual Diing (205-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 14 rebounds. Five Gold Coast R. and four Northside W. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Gold Coast R. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Logan T. Northside W. lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the fourteenth position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Gold Coast R.: J.Cadee 25+6reb+15ast, P.Le Gassick 21+5reb+2ast, K.Elijah 18+6reb+1ast, D.Titus 12+8reb+2ast, W.Magnay 10+14reb+1ast, M.Boston 10+3reb+1ast
Northside W.: J.Makoi 26+8reb+8ast, D.Lual 21+14reb+1ast, J.Ahale 18+7reb+3ast, N.McCullough 12+3reb+1ast, M.Poulain 7+5reb, C.Brodie 5+12reb+1ast

Ipswich F. - NGC Seahawks 91-87

There was an upset in Booval where higher ranked Seahawks (3-4) were defeated by eleventh ranked Force (3-3) 91-87 on Saturday. Ipswich F. made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game. American forward DJ Mitchell (203-1997, college: Santa Clara) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and the former international guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) chipped in 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Force's coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was forward Kane Bishop (192-1997) with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Cameron Healy (190-1998, college: SUU) scored 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Ipswich F. and five NGC Seahawks players scored in double figures. Ipswich F. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Cairns M. Loser Seahawks dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: D.Mitchell 24+12reb+2ast, N.Sobey 20+5reb+6ast, H.Makeny 15+15reb, H.Pwono 10+7reb, A.Godinet 9+1reb+1ast, J.Ralph 5+2reb+2ast
NGC Seahawks: C.Healy 25+6reb+4ast, K.Bishop 21+11reb+4ast, S.Nathaniel 16+3reb+2ast, M.William 11+3reb+1ast, M.Kenyon 10+17reb+1ast, D.Haan Khobie 2+1reb

Group South

Bendigo B. - Frankston B. 90-79

There was a surprise result when fourteenth ranked Bendigo Braves (4-6) beat at home higher ranked Frankston Blues (5-4) 90-79 on Saturday. Bendigo forced 24 Frankston B. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American swingman Andrew Robinson (201-1996, college: Coppin St.) stepped up and scored 23 points for the winners and guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) chipped in 16 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. The best for the losing side was Bradley Newley with 18 points and 8 rebounds and forward Thomas Garrett (-2000, college: MSU Denver) scored 21 points and 5 steals (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Four Frankston B. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bendigo moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Melbourne T. Loser Frankston Blues dropped to the fourth position with four 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:
Bendigo B.: A.Robinson 23+3reb+2ast, M.Clarke 16+3reb+5ast, S.Lachlan 14+1reb, K.Bar 8+14reb, M.Dylan 8+3reb+8ast, S.Billy 8+6reb
Frankston B.: T.Garrett 21+4reb+2ast, N.Bradley 18+8reb+2ast, L.Ryan 14+8reb+2ast, L.Brayden 12+1reb+5ast, P.Will 5+3reb, P.Maddox 4+2reb+2ast

Geelong S. - Sandringham S. 74-85

Not a big story in a game when 16th ranked Geelong Supercats (2-6) were defeated at home by twelfth ranked Sabres (5-4) 85-74 on Saturday. The former international guard Tanner Krebs (198-1996, college: SMC) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds for the winners and naturalized American guard CJ Asuncion-Byrd (194-1996, college: LeMoyne) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was power forward MaAlo Hicks (201-1989) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU, agency: IceBasket) scored 13 points and 5 assists. Four Geelong S. players scored in double figures. Geelong Supercats' coach tested twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Sandringham S. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Geelong S. lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Sandringham S. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Geelong S. will play against Ringwood (#7) in Heathmont and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: T.Krebs 33+13reb+2ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 16+5reb+1ast, F.Joel 11+2reb+5ast, D.Barlow 9+5reb+5ast, K.Tom 7+11reb+1ast, B.Keyaan 5+3reb
Geelong S.: M.Hicks 18+11reb+4ast, H.Liam 13+4reb+2ast, D.Gatlin 13+3reb+5ast, L.Jones 11+3reb+3ast, G.Blagojevic 7+6reb+3ast, O.Desmond 6+4reb

NW Tasmania - Melbourne T. 74-84

There was a small surprise in Ulverstone where fifteenth ranked Tigers (4-6) won against 13th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (3-6) 84-74 on Saturday. Forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) stepped up and scored 29 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and the former international guard Tom Wilson (195-1997, college: SMU) chipped in 18 points and 4 assists. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Sekou Sylla (195-2000, college: Towson) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and Archer Woodhill scored 17 points. NW Tasmania Thunder's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Melbourne T. moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Bendigo. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder dropped to the eighth 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:
Melbourne T.: J.Purchase 29+8reb+7ast, T.Wilson 18+2reb+4ast, C.Taj 11+4reb+1ast, C.Barker 11+7reb+2ast, W.Jack 9+5reb, M.Gaze 4+3reb+2ast
NW Tasmania: S.Sylla 20+10reb+1ast, W.Archer 17+4reb+1ast, S.Swalve 11+2reb+2ast, B.Woolley 9+4reb+2ast, T.Armstrong 6+3reb+1ast, H.Ryley 3+3reb+2ast

Dandenong R. - Keilor T. 97-101

There was an upset when 4th placed Dandenong Rangers (6-5) were defeated at home by eleventh ranked Thunder (6-4) 101-97 on Saturday. Strangely Dandenong R. outrebounded Keilor T. 44-28 including 16 on the offensive glass. American forward Trevor Lakes (203-1999, college: S.Indiana, agency: VM Hoops Agency) stepped up and scored 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds for the winners and the former international guard Kyle Zunic (188-1999, college: Winthrop) chipped in 22 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American center Jacob Tryon (211-1998, college: Samford) with 20 points and 7 rebounds and the former international forward Mason Peatling (203-1997, college: EWU) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Keilor T. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Waverley F. Loser Dandenong Rangers dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with Warwick S. and Ringwood. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Keilor T.: T.Lakes 34+5reb+3ast, K.Zunic 22+6reb+6ast, K.Kuany 17+6reb+1ast, J.Gibbs 15+3reb+3ast, P.Daniel 10+2reb, T.Abram 3+1reb
Dandenong R.: J.Tryon 20+7reb, J.Heath 19+1reb+4ast, B.Betson 17+2reb+3ast, M.Peatling 12+12reb+3ast, T.Dufelmeier 11+9reb+4ast, J.Roberts 7+4reb+1ast

Knox R. - Waverley F. 91-98

There was a small surprise in Wantirna South where tenth ranked Waverley Falcons (6-4) defeated 7th ranked Knox Raiders (5-3) 98-91 on Saturday. Waverley F. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Knox Raiders's 38 and made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. American forward Mason Forbes (206, college: SMC) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winners and the former international guard Dejan Vasiljevic (190-1997, college: Miami, FL) chipped in 18 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American point guard KJ Feagin (185-1997, college: SDSU) with 17 points and 5 assists and forward Kyle Bowen (203-2000, college: SMC) scored 6 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Waverley Falcons. Waverley F. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Keilor T. Loser Knox Raiders dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with Hills H.. Waverley F. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Knox R. will play against Eltham W. (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: M.Forbes 26+15reb+1ast, D.Vasiljevic 18+10reb+2ast, M.Howard 16+5reb+1ast, M.McCarthy 16+5reb, M.Meunier 8+5reb+2ast, M.Harper 6+6reb+2ast
Knox R.: K.Feagin 17+4reb+5ast, R.Austin 14+5reb+3ast, B.Nunn 13+6reb+2ast, A.Rissetto 13+5reb+1ast, B.Blake 12+2reb, M.Machar 8+4reb

Ringwood H. - Diamond V.E. 91-99

There was an upset in Heathmont where higher ranked Ringwood Hawks (6-5) were defeated by nineteenth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (2-6) 99-91 on Saturday. Diamond V.E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners and American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) chipped in 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was American center Braelen Bridges (210-1999, college: Georgia) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds and the other American import guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC, agency: IceBasket) scored 15 points and 4 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. Diamond V.E. moved-up to ninth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Ringwood Hawks keeps the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with Warwick S. and Dandenong R.. Diamond V.E. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ringwood will play against Geelong S. (#18) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Diamond V.E.: Z.Tavitian 23+3reb+1ast, K.Erik 19+6reb+4ast, B.Hobbs 19+5reb+5ast, J.Perry 14+16reb+4ast, N.Todd 8+1reb+1ast, B.Ryan 7+3reb+2ast
Ringwood H.: B.Bridges 25+13reb+3ast, J.Lawton 15+4reb+4ast, S.Harry 12+4reb+2ast, C.Thomas 10+4reb+1ast, M.Roberts 8+2reb+2ast, L.Sebastien 8+5reb+2ast

Ballarat M. - Eltham W. 95-82

Very predictable result in Wendouree where fifth ranked Ballarat Miners (6-2) beat 12th ranked Eltham Wildcats (4-4) 95-82 on Saturday. Ballarat M. outrebounded Eltham W. 38-26 including a 30-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. American power forward Tyler Rudolph (198-1996, college: Minot St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds for the winners and naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) chipped in 19 points and 12 rebounds. Four Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Ballarat Miners' coach Luke Brennan used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was guard Owen Foxwell (188-2003) with 30 points and 5 rebounds and American power forward Joshua Sykes (203-1996, college: Fresno City) scored 11 points and 9 rebounds. The victory was the third consecutive win for Ballarat Miners. Ballarat M. moved-up to second place, which they share with Albury W.B. Eltham W. lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Ballarat M. will meet Kilsyth C. (#15) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Eltham W. will play against Knox R. (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: N.Stoddart 26+2reb, M.Majok 19+12reb, T.Rudolph 18+11reb+3ast, D.Zachery 11+4reb+1ast, R.Luke 9+4reb+7ast, R.Ned 7+2reb+1ast
Eltham W.: F.Owen 30+5reb+3ast, S.Whelan 12+1reb+1ast, J.Sykes 11+9reb, S.Short 9+1reb+6ast, R.Bissainthe 9+2reb, W.Lachlan 5+3reb

Casey C. - Kilsyth C. 69-87

Everything could happen in Cranbourne at the game between two tied teams. Both sixteenth ranked Kilsyth Cobras and 17th ranked Cavaliers had identical 2-6 record. But Cavaliers were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Kilsyth 87-69 on Saturday night. Kilsyth C. made 25-of-30 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game, while Casey only scored five points from the stripe. Naturalized South Sudanese power forward Deng Riak (208-1995, college: Akron) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and guard Adrian Tomada (-1995) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Kilsyth Cobras players scored in double figures. Kilsyth Cobras' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The best for the losing side was American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) with 18 points and American guard Devin Watson (185-1995, college: SDSU) scored 16 points. Kilsyth C. (3-6) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Casey lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with seven games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R.. Kilsyth C. will meet at home league's second-placed Ballarat M. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Casey will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth C.: D.Riak 20+11reb+1ast, A.Tomada 18+5reb+3ast, C.Jeffs 14+5reb+1ast, B.Davis 10+7reb, M.Dielemans 6+1ast, B.Ursich 5+3reb+1ast
Casey C.: P.Bungei 18+4reb+1ast, D.Watson 16+3ast, A.Karabatsos 10+1ast, J.Tomasi 8+5reb+1ast, D.Stith 5+5reb, O.Justin 4+1reb+1ast

Group West

Goldfields G. - Mandurah M. 94-107

Everything went according to plan in Kalgoorlie where eighth ranked Magic (5-5) won against 10th ranked Giants (3-5) 107-94 on Saturday. Mandurah made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. The game was dominated by American players. Point guard Joel Murray (183-1999, college: LBSU, agency: Slash Sports) stepped up and scored 42 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and forward Michael Durr (213-1998, college: UCF) chipped in 18 points and 22 rebounds. Four Magic players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward DeSean Parsons (201-1995, college: Portland St.) with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds and point guard Randy Bell (193-1998, college: Dalton St.) scored 29 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mandurah moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Perry Lakes H. Loser Giants dropped to the seventh position with five 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:
Mandurah M.: J.Murray 42+7reb+6ast, J.Molnar 22, M.Durr 18+22reb+2ast, B.Lachlan 16+8reb+9ast, D.Collins 7+2reb+1ast, M.Jermaine 2+4reb+1ast
Goldfields G.: D.Parsons 33+12reb+2ast, R.Bell 29+6reb+9ast, D.Ballantyne 19+1reb+1ast, M.Malek 5+8reb+2ast, S.Dyson 3+1reb, K.Anguik 3+2reb+1ast

Lakeside L. - Willetton T. 90-111

There was no surprise in North Lake where 12th ranked Lightning (2-6) was crushed by third ranked Tigers (8-1) 111-90 on Saturday. Willetton T. made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 51.5 percentage. Willetton T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Michael Dupree (185, college: Northwest) stepped up and scored 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and naturalized Scottish power forward Michael Vigor (206-1990) chipped in 19 points and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) with 19 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Dominic Jackson (203-1997, college: TAMIU) scored 18 points and 8 rebounds. Five Willetton T. and four Lakeside L. players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Tigers. Willetton T. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Canberra G. and Forestville E. Loser Lightning dropped to the ninth place with six 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:
Willetton T.: M.Dupree 27+6reb+5ast, D.Scott 20+2reb+1ast, M.Vigor 19+4reb+4ast, D.Gak 12+10reb, R.Williams 11+3reb+8ast, M.Thomas 7+1reb
Lakeside L.: J.Davey 19+8reb+2ast, M.Adewunmi 19+1ast, D.Jackson 18+8reb+1ast, M.Blackmon 17+2reb+6ast, L.Benjamin 6+5reb+2ast, M.Richards 5+9reb+5ast

Kalamunda ES - Rockingham F. 72-91

No shocking result in a game in Kalamunda where fourth ranked Flames (7-2) smashed 14th ranked Suns (1-9) 91-72 on Saturday. Rockingham F. made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Rockingham F. outrebounded Kalamunda ES 41-30 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. New Zealand-Dutch Jonathan Janssen (205-1995, college: HPU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American forward Quintin Dove (197-1998, college: UT Martin) chipped in 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Marek Nelson (201-1999, college: Nicholls, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) with 21 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals and the former international guard Reece Maxwell (185-1990) scored 12 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rockingham F. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Kalamunda ES lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the fourteenth place with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: J.Janssen 38+13reb+6ast, Q.Dove 27+6reb+5ast, J.Beard 11+11reb+3ast, H.Cody 8+2reb+2ast, D.Emmanuel 3+1ast, M.Cooper 3+3reb+3ast
Kalamunda ES: M.Nelson 21+9reb+6ast, R.Maxwell 12+3reb+2ast, L.Dyson 7+2reb+3ast, S.Salinas 6+2reb+2ast, R.Huntington 6+3reb+1ast, E.Jack 6+3reb+1ast

Geraldton B. - East Perth E. 72-87

There was an upset in Wonthella where leader Buccaneers (7-1) were defeated by ninth ranked Eagles (4-4) 87-72 on Saturday. East Perth E. forced 21 Geraldton B. turnovers. Power forward Sebit Reath (208-1998, college: Lee JC) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds for the winners and the former international forward David Okwera (208-2002) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds. The best for the losing side was naturalized American power forward Liam Hunt (201-1995, college: HIU) with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 16 rebounds and guard Nikolas DeSantis (-1998) scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Five East Perth E. and four Geraldton B. players scored in double figures. East Perth E. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Buccaneers dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with Maitland. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: S.Dech 19+4reb, O.David 16+6reb+3ast, S.Reath 14+14reb+2ast, F.Nicolas 12+1reb+3ast, T.Young 12+3reb+6ast, J.Grace 9+2reb+1ast
Geraldton B.: N.DeSantis 23+5reb+4ast, L.Hunt 18+16reb+1ast, J.Keyes 18+8reb+2ast, A.Ralph 10+12reb+1ast, R.Blanchett 3+2reb+1ast, B.Elliot 0+2reb

Perth R. - SW Slammers 73-81

There was a surprise result in Northbridge where fourteenth ranked Slammers (2-8) beat higher ranked Redbacks (4-7) 81-73 on Saturday. American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) stepped up and scored 17 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and naturalized South Sudanese swingman Mathiang Muo (196-1987, college: Charleston So.) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. Four Slammers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Tevin Jackson (202-1994, college: McNeese St.) with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and naturalized Greek center Ioannis Dimakopoulos (218-1994, college: UC Irvine) scored 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. SW Slammers moved-up to thirteenth place. Loser Redbacks dropped to the ninth position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: B.Tuach 17+5reb+1ast, A.Holcombe 13+8reb, M.Muo 13+7reb+3ast, C.Devan 10+3reb, C.Xavier 9, K.Pharell 8+5reb+9ast
Perth R.: T.Jackson 23+6reb+7ast, M.Gibson 14+6reb, I.Dimakopoulos 12+7reb+5ast, M.Colton 9+1reb+3ast, M.Teale 8+2reb, J.Denzel 4+1reb

Warwick S. - Cockburn C. 113-93

Not a big story in a game in Perth where 11th ranked Cougars (3-6) were outplayed by fifth ranked Senators (6-5) 113-93 on Saturday. Warwick S. made 25-of-29 free shots (86.2 percent) during the game, while Cockburn C. only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Cockburn C. 46-21 including a 29-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Warwick S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. Guard Michael Harris (193-1999) stepped up and scored 31 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American forward Todd Withers (202-1996, college: Queens, NC) chipped in 26 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Rhys Vague (206-1996) with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and swingman Gavin Field (202-1989, college: UWG) scored 11 points and 7 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. Warwick S. maintains fifth place with 6-5 record, which they share with Ringwood and Dandenong R. Cockburn C. lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the eighth 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:
Warwick S.: M.Harris 31+7reb+6ast, T.Withers 26+10reb+4ast, P.George 18+6reb+5ast, K.Berry 15+1reb+3ast, S.Tyler 9+17reb+11ast, B.England 9+1reb+1ast
Cockburn C.: R.Vague 23+5reb+4ast, H.Clarke 13+1reb+3ast, K.Armour 13+2reb+4ast, G.Field 11+3reb+7ast, P.Nathan 9+4reb, D.Morant 9+3reb+1ast