NBL One Round 27 (Regular Season): Ballarat M. keep a leadership position

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Ballarat Miners as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Ballarat Miners edged 18th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles in Wendouree 99-96. Ballarat M. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Tyler Rudolph (198-1996, college: Minot St.) who scored 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds. Guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) chipped in 13 points and 5 assists. Ballarat Miners' coach Luke Brennan used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) who recorded a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Mt.Gambier and BA CoE. Diamond V.E. lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth place with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
The game in Morley supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Buccaneers (10-1) played at the court of 7th ranked Eagles (6-5). Buccaneers smashed Eagles 97-76. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Eagles. It was a good game for American forward Joshua Keyes (201-1995, college: Muskingum) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Nikolas DeSantis contributed with 21 points and 6 assists for the winners. American power forward Lee Roberts (203-1987, college: Findlay, OH, agency: BIG) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for East Perth E.The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Buccaneers have a solid series of three victories in a row. Geraldton B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Maitland. East Perth E. at the other side keeps the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with Frankston B.. Geraldton B. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. East Perth E. will play at home against Perth R. (#10) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Mount Waverley. Local Waverley Falcons (8-4) outscored 11th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (6-7) 117-77 on Sunday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of NW Tasmania Thunder. Worth to mention a quality performance of Dejan Vasiljevic who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was Sekou Sylla with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 16 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Waverley Falcons have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Waverley F. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Albury W.B. and Sandringham S. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder dropped to the thirteenth position with seven games lost. Waverley F. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. NW Tasmania will play against Hobart C. (#7) and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 27 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
C.District L. defeated Norwood F. in Gawler 104-89. Southern T. was beaten by Woodville W. at home 77-83. Canberra G. won against Sydney C. on the opponent's court 81-77. BA CoE outscored Illawarra H. 2 in a home game 115-76. Cent.Coast C. recorded a loss to Bankstown B. on the road 87-81. Newcastle F. was defeated by Norths B. on its own court 71-79. Hobart C. beat Eltham W. in a road game 85-74. Sandringham S. destroyed Bendigo at home 89-65.
The best stats of 27th round was 14 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists by Riley Meldrum of Woodville W..

Group Central

Norwood F. - C.District L. 89-104

There was a minor upset in Marden where 5th ranked Norwood Flames (4-6) were defeated by eighth ranked Central District Lions (4-6) 104-89 on Sunday. C.District L. outrebounded Norwood F. 50-34 including 18 on the offensive glass. C.District L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for forward Magnus Richards (198-1994, college: Midwestern St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Clayton Jewell (203-2004, college: Okla City) helped adding 18 points and 9 rebounds. The best for the losing side was power forward Jack Hemphill (208-1999, college: SFC) with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Blake Morrow (193-1996, college: Southeastern) scored 16 points. Five C.District L. and four Norwood F. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. C.District L. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Norwood F.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
C.District L.: M.Richards 31+13reb+4ast, C.Jewell 18+9reb, K.Sapwell 16+8reb+2ast, M.Manyng 13+5reb+1ast, K.Sapwell 11+7reb+8ast, B.Jenkins 10+4reb+9ast
Norwood F.: J.Hemphill 23+8reb+4ast, B.Morrow 16+4reb+3ast, J.Stanwix 13+4reb+2ast, C.Osborne 10+2reb+6ast, R.Harrap 9+2reb, T.Goodall 8+3reb

Southern T. - Woodville W. 77-83

No shocking result in a game in Morphett Vale where sixth ranked Woodville Warriors (5-5) defeated 9th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (2-8) 83-77 on Sunday. It was a great evening for American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Riley Meldrum (-2001) helped adding 14 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American guard Riley Miller (190-2000, college: St.Thomas) with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and Azerbaijani power forward Michael Diggins (205-1998, college: UIC, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Woodville W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with W.Adelaide B. Southern T. lost third consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with eight games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R. and Northside W.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: S.Black 18+10reb+5ast, N.Wurm 17+1reb+3ast, J.Jackson 16+14reb+1ast, R.Meldrum 14+11reb+6ast, D.McGee 13+7reb+1ast, B.Janssan 5+2reb+2ast
Southern T.: M.Diggins 15+6reb+3ast, R.Miller 15+5reb+7ast, H.White 11+4reb+4ast, E.Kristiansen 11+6reb+3ast, I.Abergut 10+10reb+1ast, N.Logan 9+9reb

Group East

Sydney C. - Canberra G. 77-81

Very expected game in Alexandria where 10th ranked Sydney City Comets (5-7) were defeated by second ranked Canberra Gunners (11-1) 81-77 on Sunday. Canberra G. forced 22 Sydney C. turnovers. It was a great evening for guard James Toohey (188-1998, college: SVSU) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points and 5 steals. Center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) helped adding 12 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was point guard Matthew Wacher (180-2003) with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and center Johnny Crnogorac (216-1995, college: UTRGV) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds. Four Sydney C. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Canberra Gunners have an impressive series of ten victories in a row. Canberra G. keeps a position of league leader. Sydney C. lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Canberra G.: J.Toohey 21+3reb+1ast, D.Emelifeonwu 19+1reb+1ast, G.Morison 12+6reb+6ast, W.Mayfield 8+5reb+3ast, C.Pender 8+9reb+6ast, L.Smith 6
Sydney C.: M.Wacher 19+6reb+6ast, J.Crnogorac 17+6reb+1ast, O.Kyei 13+8reb+2ast, A.Mundine 10+4reb, C.Aukuso 7+9reb+1ast, E.Docker 4+3reb+1ast

BA CoE - Illawarra H. 2 115-76

Very predictable result in Canberra where third ranked Excellence (9-3) outscored 14th ranked Hawks (2-10) 115-76 on Sunday. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks's 34. BA CoE outrebounded Illawarra H. 2 45-29 including a 29-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. BA CoE shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 61.9 percentage. It was a great evening for point guard James ODonnell (180-2005) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. The former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) helped adding 22 points and 8 rebounds. Four Excellence players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Riley Abercrombie (206, college: N.Colorado) with 20 points and American point guard Matt Frierson (185-1997, college: Citadel) scored 16 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Excellence have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. BA CoE keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Ballarat M. and Mt.Gambier. Loser Hawks keeps the fourteenth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Casey. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: J.O'Donnell 24+12reb+1ast, K.Savage 22+8reb+2ast, A.Dickeson 15+4reb+5ast, Y.Kawashima 15+3reb, O.Goodman 11+2reb+2ast, C.Brogan 9+1reb+6ast
Illawarra H. 2: R.Abercrombie 20+2reb+1ast, M.Frierson 16+1reb, P.Lancaster 8+4reb+5ast, W.Rice 7+3reb+2ast, T.Glenn 7+2reb, J.Smith 6+4reb

Bankstown B. - Cent.Coast C. 87-81

Not a big story in a game in Condell Park where 13th ranked Crusaders (3-8) were defeated by eighth ranked Bankstown Bruins (7-5) 87-81 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Bankstown B. made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Bankstown B. made 7 blocks. It was a great evening for American forward Naaman Hightower (201-1994, college: Sonoma St.) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import guard Andre Wolford (188-1996, college: SFU, agency: One Motive Sports) helped adding 29 points (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). Hightower 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 Canadian forward Ben Stevens (207-1999, college: Laurier) with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds and forward James Trustum (197-1992) scored 19 points and 7 rebounds. Crusaders' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Bankstown B. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Rockingham F. and Norths B. Cent.Coast C. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: A.Wolford 29+1reb, H.Blankley 20+2reb+6ast, N.Hightower 16+12reb+6ast, C.Mcbeath 8+5reb+2ast, T.Daus 4+4reb, J.Pares 4
Cent.Coast C.: J.Trustum 19+7reb+1ast, R.Heath 18+6reb+3ast, B.Stevens 14+14reb, E.Wardlow 9+3ast, L.Cassidy 7+2reb+6ast, T.Akamarmoi 6+2reb+4ast

Newcastle F. - Norths B. 71-79

Everything went according to plan in Broadmeadow where ninth ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (7-5) won against 12th ranked Falcons (4-8) 79-71 on Sunday. Norths B. outrebounded Newcastle F. 47-33 including a 17-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American Mandrell Worthy (191-1996, college: Azusa Pacific) who led his team to a victory scoring 30 points and 9 rebounds. Center Nathaniel Musters (208-1993, college: Lafayette) helped adding 9 points and 12 rebounds. Worth to mention Worthy played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. The best for the losing side was New Zealand guard Francis Mulvihill (192-1999, agency: IceBasket) with 25 points and 7 rebounds and guard Kobe Shannon (193, college: Midland) scored 15 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Falcons' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Norths B. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Rockingham F. and Bankstown B. Loser Falcons keeps the twelfth position with eight games lost. They share it with Geelong U.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: M.Worthy 30+9reb, R.Moore 10+7reb+1ast, N.Musters 9+12reb+2ast, L.Holey 8+11reb, B.Rymer 7+1reb+5ast, C.Wilks 6+3reb
Newcastle F.: F.Mulvihill 25+7reb+2ast, K.Shannon 15+8reb+5ast, M.Cherry 15+7reb+2ast, R.Beisty 9+3reb+3ast, J.Goodwin 4+3reb+5ast, A.Clinton 3

Group South

Eltham W. - Hobart C. 74-85

There was no surprise when 9th ranked Eltham Wildcats (6-6) were defeated at home by seventh ranked Chargers (8-5) 85-74 on Sunday. Hobart C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for German center Ole Angerstein (208-1995) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 16 rebounds and 4 blocks. Vionte Daniels helped adding 22 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Chargers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Ralph Bissainthe (201-1999, college: CMU) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Eltham Wildcats' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hobart C. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Eltham Wildcats dropped to the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Hobart C. will meet at home NW Tasmania (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Eltham W. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: V.Daniels 22+5reb+7ast, O.Angerstein 18+16reb+1ast, J.Straatsma 15+2reb+2ast, J.Richards 10+4reb+5ast, H.Griffiths 7+2reb+1ast, J.Hargrave 6+6reb+2ast
Eltham W.: A.Glover 23+8reb+4ast, R.Bissainthe 16+6reb+2ast, J.Sykes 11+5reb+1ast, O.Foxwell 7+3reb+7ast, S.Whelan 6+3reb+5ast, S.Short 5+7reb+2ast

Waverley F. - NW Tasmania 117-77

The game with biggest result difference took place in Mount Waverley. Local Waverley Falcons (8-4) outscored 11th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (6-7) 117-77 on Sunday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of NW Tasmania Thunder. Waverley F. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to NW Tasmania Thunder's 40. Worth to mention a quality performance of the former international guard Dejan Vasiljevic (190-1997, college: Miami, FL) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) helped adding 22 points. Howard attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Five Waverley Falcons 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 19 points and 16 rebounds and Archer Woodhill scored 16 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Waverley Falcons have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Waverley F. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Albury W.B. and Sandringham S. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder dropped to the thirteenth position with seven games lost. Waverley F. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. NW Tasmania will play against Hobart C. (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: D.Vasiljevic 22+7reb+4ast, M.Howard 22+4reb+3ast, M.Forbes 16+4reb, M.McCarthy 15+5reb+1ast, M.Meunier 12+6ast, D.Kernich-Drew 11+3reb+3ast
NW Tasmania: S.Sylla 19+16reb, A.Woodhill 16+8reb, I.Atuer 14+1reb+2ast, J.Afoa 9+10reb+2ast, B.Woolley 6+2ast, P.Campbell 5+2reb

Ballarat M. - Diamond V.E. 99-96

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Ballarat Miners as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Ballarat Miners edged 18th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles in Wendouree 99-96. Ballarat M. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Tyler Rudolph (198-1996, college: Minot St.) who scored 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds. Guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) chipped in 13 points and 5 assists. Ballarat Miners' coach Luke Brennan used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) who recorded a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds and American guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) added 21 points respectively. Four Diamond V.E. players scored in double figures. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Mt.Gambier and BA CoE. Diamond V.E. lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth place with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: T.Rudolph 34+5reb+2ast, L.Rosendale 13+1reb+5ast, Z.Dunmore 12+1reb, N.Stoddart 10+4reb+3ast, N.Renfree 10+1reb, M.Puondak 8+5reb
Diamond V.E.: J.Perry 28+14reb+2ast, B.Hobbs 21+1reb+3ast, E.Kafritsas 19+2reb+3ast, B.Symons 14+6reb+1ast, R.Bowkett 6+4reb+2ast, Z.Tavitian 4+2reb

Sandringham S. - Bendigo B. 89-65

No shocking result in a game in Cheltenham where fifth ranked Sabres (8-4) smashed 14th ranked Bendigo Braves (6-8) 89-65 on Sunday. It was a great evening for New Zealand guard Shea Ili (184-1992) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points. Joel Foxwell helped adding 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was guard Rowan Mackenzie (190-1999, college: LCU) with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and South Sudanese center Koch Bar (211-1996, college: Bradley) scored 11 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Sabres. Sandringham S. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Waverley F. and Albury W.B. Loser Bendigo Braves keeps the fourteenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Ringwood. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: S.Ili 21+3reb+3ast, N.Dillon 15+6reb+1ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 14+4reb+1ast, J.Foxwell 13+6reb+4ast, D.Soukup 12+3reb+1ast, T.Krebs 9+10reb+2ast
Bendigo B.: R.Mackenzie 15+7reb+5ast, B.Smythe 12+5reb, M.Clarke 11+3reb+1ast, K.Bar 11+7reb+2ast, I.Murphy 6+3reb, A.Robinson 4+4reb

Group West

East Perth E. - Geraldton B. 76-97

The game in Morley supposed to be also worth to mention about. Second ranked Buccaneers (10-1) played at the court of 7th ranked Eagles (6-5). Buccaneers smashed Eagles 97-76. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Eagles. Geraldton B. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles's 36. Geraldton B. outrebounded East Perth E. 47-26 including a 37-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Geraldton B. players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for American forward Joshua Keyes (201-1995, college: Muskingum) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Nikolas DeSantis (-1998) contributed with 21 points and 6 assists for the winners. Keyes is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Buccaneers players scored in double figures. American power forward Lee Roberts (203-1987, college: Findlay, OH, agency: BIG) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international guard Sunday Dech (195-1994, college: Barry) added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for East Perth E.The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Buccaneers have a solid series of three victories in a row. Geraldton B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Maitland. East Perth E. at the other side keeps the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with Frankston B.. Geraldton B. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. East Perth E. will play at home against Perth R. (#10) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: J.Keyes 23+10reb+4ast, N.DeSantis 21+2reb+6ast, R.Griechen 17+3reb+4ast, L.Hunt 11+12reb+5ast, A.Ralph 10+10reb+2ast, R.Blanchett 8
East Perth E.: S.Dech 20+5reb+5ast, L.Roberts 18+10reb+4ast, J.Grace 17+1ast, D.Okwera 9+2reb, T.Young 6+3reb+3ast, S.Reath 3+2reb+1ast