NBL One Round 4 (Regular Season): C.District L. hands first loss to S.Adelaide P.

There were just four rounds played in Regular Season of NBL One and we can clearly see which teams will fight for top positions and which will try to avoid bottom places. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of South Adelaide Panthers (3-1) in Gawler on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Central District Lions (4-0) 99-83. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of South Adelaide Panthers. It was a key game for the top position in the league. C.District L. outrebounded S.Adelaide P. 53-41 including 18 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Spencer Gaze (-2006) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Kevin Baker (205-1998, college: LC State, agency: Starting 5) contributed with 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American forward Chris Brandon (203, college: NKU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds for S.Adelaide P.Central District Lions have a solid four-game winning streak. C.District L. maintains first position with 4-0 record, which they share with Knox R. S.Adelaide P. at the other side keeps the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. C.District L. is looking forward to face W.Adelaide B. (#4) in Woodville in the next round. S.Adelaide P. will play on the road against N.Adelaide R. in Greenacres and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Another interesting game for Forestville E. (3-1) which played in Woodville against W.Adelaide B. (2-2). Third ranked Forestville E. crushed hosts 94-63. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and Alexander Starling who added 10 points and 17 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) responded with 16 points and 9 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. Forestville E. moved-up to second place, which they share with 8 other teams. W.Adelaide B. at the other side keeps the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Forestville E. will play against Southern T. (#6) in Morphett Vale in the next round. W.Adelaide B. will play on the road against the league's leader C.District L. in Gawler and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Willetton between Flames and Tigers. Sixth ranked Flames (3-1) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd ranked Tigers (2-1). Flames managed to escape with a 2-point win 104-102 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tigers. It was a key game for the second position in the league. The winners were led by Isaac White who scored that evening 28 points and 9 assists. Even 24 points, 6 assists and 4 steals by Tyreese Davis did not help to save the game for Willetton T.. Rockingham F. moved-up to second place, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Tigers dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Rockingham F. will meet at home Geraldton B. (#5) in the next round. Willetton T. will play against Kalamunda ES and hope to secure a win.

Other games in round 4 were not that significant. Norwood F. smashed Sturt S. on the road 99-76. Woodville W. won against Eastern M. on its own court 93-86. N.Adelaide R. was outscored by Southern T. in Morphett Vale 111-75. Winless Sandringham S. lost to defending champion Knox R. at home 77-94. Ringwood was defeated by Kilsyth C. on the opponent's court 80-86. Winless Cockburn was beaten by Mandurah in a home game 95-100. Perth R. won against Perry Lakes H. on the road 79-67. Winless SW Slammers unfortunately lost to Lakeside L. on its own court 84-100. East Perth E. managed to beat Kalamunda ES in Morley 75-68. Joondalup W. lost to undefeated Warwick S. at home 98-102.
The most impressive performance of 4th round was 15 points by Isaiah Oste-Pinder of Southern T..

Group central

C.District L. - S.Adelaide P. 99-83

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated South Adelaide Panthers (3-1) in Gawler on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Central District Lions (4-0) 99-83. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of South Adelaide Panthers. It was a key game for the top position in the league. C.District L. outrebounded S.Adelaide P. 53-41 including 18 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Spencer Gaze (-2006) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds. American forward Kevin Baker (205-1998, college: LC State, agency: Starting 5) contributed with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American forward Chris Brandon (203, college: NKU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) replied with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Kaleb Warner (201-1995, college: WOU, agency: Starting 5) added 17 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for S.Adelaide P.Four S.Adelaide P. players scored in double figures. Central District Lions have a solid four-game winning streak. C.District L. maintains first position with 4-0 record, which they share with Knox R. S.Adelaide P. at the other side keeps the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 8 other teams. C.District L. is looking forward to face W.Adelaide B. (#4) in Woodville in the next round. S.Adelaide P. will play on the road against N.Adelaide R. in Greenacres and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: C.Brandon 21+10reb+1ast, K.Warner 17+7reb+3ast, T.Kubank 15+6reb+3ast, L.McVeigh 14+5reb+1ast, C.Scott 4+4reb, D.Smith 4+3reb+2ast
C.District L.: S.Gaze 31+10reb+1ast, K.Baker 20+11reb+1ast, D.Manyang 14+7reb+1ast, J.Stanwix 9+5reb+5ast, A.Day 9+3ast, E.Abogidi 7+15reb+1ast

Sturt S. - Norwood F. 76-99

Everything could happen in Pasadena at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Norwood Flames and bottom-ranked Sturt Sabres had identical 0-3 record. But Sturt Sabres were not able to use a home court advantage and were crushed by the opponent from Marden 99-76 on Thursday night. Norwood F. made 28-of-37 free shots (75.7 percent) during the game, while Sturt S. only scored ten points from the stripe. The winners were led by guard Riley Harrap (-2000) who scored that evening 26 points and 8 rebounds and American center Anthony Green (208-1996, college: Northeastern) supported him with 18 points and 11 rebounds. Four Norwood Flames players scored in double figures. Even 9 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists by guard Samuel Daly (193-1995, college: Chaminade) did not help to save the game for Sturt S.. American forward Hayden Meakes (201-2001, college: McKendree) added 18 points for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Norwood Flames (1-3) left bottom position moving up to eighth place, which they share with 7 other teams. It was Sturt S.'s fourth loss in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Cockburn. Norwood F. will meet higher ranked Eastern M. (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Sturt S. will play against Woodville W. (#7) in Flinders Park and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: H.Meakes 18+3reb+1ast, S.Black 13+5reb, S.Daly 9+8reb+6ast, P.D'Arcy 7+3reb, S.Griffin 7+7reb+2ast, J.Turnbull 6+3reb+1ast
Norwood F.: R.Harrap 26+8reb+2ast, W.Mcbride 20+4reb+1ast, A.Green 18+11reb+2ast, C.Osborne 14+6reb+8ast, D.McNamara 10, D.Webber 6+8reb+1ast

Woodville W. - Eastern M. 93-86

There was a minor upset when one of their biggest challengers Eastern Mavericks (2-2) lost to sixth ranked Woodville Warriors (2-2) in Flinders Park 86-93 on Thursday. Woodville W. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Eastern Mavericks's 36. Woodville W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The winners were led by American power forward Joe Jackson (201-1996, college: IU Southeast) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and Mali-French Tim Troussel (203-1995, college: Newman) supported him with 22 points and 6 rebounds. Even 24 points and 8 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) by American forward Dominic Jackson (203-1997, college: TAMIU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) did not help to save the game for Eastern M.. His fellow American import guard Broderick Robinson (185-1995, college: UMKC) added 18 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Woodville W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams including defeated Eastern M.. Woodville W. will meet at home Sturt S. (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Eastern M. will play against Norwood F. (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: D.Jackson 24+8reb, B.Robinson 18+5reb+3ast, B.Symons 13+7reb+2ast, F.Webb 11+3reb+3ast, O.Raneberg 11+4reb+5ast, N.D'Arcy 3
Woodville W.: T.Troussel 22+6reb, J.Jackson 20+10reb+6ast, S.Parfitt 15+4reb+1ast, U.Dibiamaka 13+7reb+6ast, N.Wurm 10+3reb+6ast, Z.De Witt 8+1reb+6ast

W.Adelaide B. - Forestville E. 63-94

Another interesting game for Forestville E. (3-1) which played in Woodville against W.Adelaide B. (2-2). Third ranked Forestville E. crushed hosts 94-63. Forestville Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Bearcats' 22 and made 18-of-20 charity shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Bearcats 47-35 including 34 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) who added 10 points and 17 rebounds during the contest. Four Forestville Eagles players scored in double figures. At the losing side naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds and naturalized New Zealand guard Keanu Rasmussen (188-2003, college: CBU) scored 15 points and 5 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. Forestville E. moved-up to second place, which they share with 8 other teams. W.Adelaide B. at the other side keeps the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Forestville E. will play against Southern T. (#6) in Morphett Vale in the next round. W.Adelaide B. will play on the road against the league's leader C.District L. in Gawler and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: L.Mayen 16+9reb+1ast, K.Rasmussen 15+5reb+3ast, J.Tryon 8+2reb, S.Stock 8+1reb+5ast, A.Dau 6+7reb+1ast, J.Spear 6+5reb+2ast
Forestville E.: D.Johnson 23+12reb+3ast, D.Vasiljevic 18+2reb+3ast, G.Mays 18+6reb, A.Starling 10+17reb+2ast, F.Ipassou 7+3reb+4ast, A.Doyle 5+2reb+4ast

Southern T. - N.Adelaide R. 111-75

Everything could happen in Morphett Vale at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers and 7th ranked Rockets had identical 1-2 record. This time Noarlunga City Southern Tigers used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Greenacres 111-75 on Saturday night. Southern T. made 28-of-36 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game, while N.Adelaide R. only scored ten points from the stripe. They outrebounded N.Adelaide R. 42-23 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Southern T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by American forward Jarvis Doles (203-1998, college: UMBC, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) and swingman Jarrod Molnar (190-1995, college: Glendale, CA) supported him with 23 points. Doles is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even 21 points and 4 assists by American point guard Bijan Johnson (183-1997, college: NM Military) did not help to save the game for N.Adelaide R.. Forward Philip Dopud (-2002) added 14 points for lost side. Five Southern T. and four N.Adelaide R. players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Southern T. (2-2) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 11 other teams. N.Adelaide R. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Southern T. will meet at home league's second-placed Forestville E. in the next round and it may be the game of the week. N.Adelaide R. will play against S.Adelaide P. (#3) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: B.Johnson 21+2reb+4ast, J.Dyer 15+2reb+4ast, P.Dopud 14+4reb+3ast, K.McCalop 10+7reb, T.Dowdell 5+2reb, J.Sangster 4
Southern T.: J.Molnar 23+4reb+1ast, J.Doles 18+10reb+1ast, H.Morris 15+8reb+3ast, I.Oste-Pinder 15+4reb+3ast, J.Summers 13+2reb+6ast, S.Bol 11+3reb+5ast

Group south

Sandringham S. - Knox R. 77-94

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Sabres (0-5) lost to top-ranked Raiders (4-0) in Cheltenham 77-94 on Thursday. The winners were led by forward Keli Leaupepe (198-2000, college: LMU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds and guard Brody Nunn (185-2002, college: Seattle) supported him with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Raiders' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points by Elliott Brown did not help to save the game for Sandringham S.. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Malith Machar (198-1999, college: Midland CC) added 21 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Raiders have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with C.District L. Loser Sabres still closes the standings with five games lost. Knox R. will meet Bendigo (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sandringham S. will play against Ringwood (#9) in Heathmont and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: E.Brown 23+4reb+3ast, M.Machar 21+6reb+2ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 11+2reb+1ast, K.Bongso 8+2reb+1ast, K.Kitto 6+10reb+1ast, S.Cartwright 3+8reb+1ast
Knox R.: K.Leaupepe 26+11reb+2ast, B.Nunn 19+5reb+6ast, T.Dufelmeier 15+4reb+2ast, N.Pelle 10+4reb, A.Murkey 9+3reb+2ast, S.Dech 8+6reb+3ast

Kilsyth C. - Ringwood H. 86-80

There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked Cobras (3-3) defeated higher ranked Ringwood Hawks (2-2) in Kilsyth 86-80 on Thursday. The winners were led by swingman Corey Jeffs (203-1994, college: Winona St.) who scored that evening 21 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Adrian Tomada (-1995) supported him with 20 points and 5 assists. Four Cobras players scored in double figures. Cobras' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by American guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC) did not help to save the game for Ringwood. Naturalized Maltese forward Joshua Tomasi (208-2000, college: St.Cloud St.) added 15 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Kilsyth C. moved-up to eighth place. Loser Ringwood Hawks dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Kilsyth C. will meet Sandringham S. (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ringwood will play against Sandringham S. (#19) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: J.Lawton 23+7reb+4ast, T.Carroll 22+5reb, J.Tomasi 15+11reb+3ast, H.Sealey 6+3reb+6ast, M.Fennell 6+6reb, M.Richards 3+4reb+1ast
Kilsyth C.: C.Jeffs 21+7reb+8ast, A.Tomada 20+4reb+5ast, D.Stith 13+9reb+1ast, I.Harvey 11+6reb+1ast, M.Dielemans 7+1reb, K.Sy 6+7reb+1ast

Group west

Cockburn - Mandurah M. 95-100

There was no surprise when bottom-ranked Cougars (0-4) lost to fifth ranked Magic (3-1) in Hamilton Hill 95-100 on Thursday. Mandurah shot 30 for 40 from the free-throw line, while Cockburn only scored eleven points from the stripe. Mandurah looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by American power forward Sam Freeman (208-2001, college: CSUSB, agency: Haylett Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized French swingman Julian Pesava (193-1995, college: Wayland Baptist) supported him with 22 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Even 34 points (!!!), 6 assists and 4 steals by American point guard Kortland Martin (180, college: FHU) did not help to save the game for Cockburn. Guard Josh Hunt (194-2002) added 22 points and 7 assists for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cougars' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Magic have a solid three-game winning streak. Mandurah moved-up to second place, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Cougars still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Sturt S.. Mandurah will meet at home SW Slammers (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Cockburn will play against Rockingham F. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Cockburn: K.Martin 34+6ast, J.Hunt 22+2reb+7ast, N.Pond 11+7reb+3ast, C.Nai 10+7reb+1ast, A.Crowe-St.Jack 6+3reb+1ast, R.Eves 5+6reb+2ast
Mandurah M.: S.Freeman 24+15reb+4ast, J.Pesava 22+8reb+6ast, J.Ealy 20+6reb+3ast, L.Bertram 18+2reb+6ast, C.Miegel 5, C.Lowe 4+4reb

Perry Lakes H. - Perth R. 67-79

Everything could happen in Floreat at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Redbacks and 9th ranked Hawks had identical 1-1 record. But Hawks were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Northbridge 79-67 on Thursday night. The winners were led by guard Lochlan Cummings (189-1995, college: HIU) who scored that evening 21 points and 5 rebounds and New Zealand guard Joe Cook-Green (185-1997, college: TxWes) supported him with 23 points. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by guard Matthew Leary (190-2000, college: Knox) did not help to save the game for Perry Lakes H.. American forward Jaden Stanley-Williams (201-1999, college: MSUM) added 15 points for lost side. Perth R. (2-1) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Hawks dropped to the tenth position with two games lost. They share it with East Perth E. and Eltham W.. Perth R. will meet at home higher ranked Goldfields G. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Perry Lakes H. will play against Geraldton B. (#5) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: M.Leary 18+5reb+3ast, J.Stanley-Williams 15+4reb+1ast, K.O'Donohue 9+1reb+2ast, S.Chan 8+3reb+3ast, L.Phillips 7+6reb+2ast, D.Miller 5+4reb
Perth R.: J.Cook-Green 23+2reb+2ast, L.Cummings 21+5reb+2ast, J.Formosa 10+6reb+3ast, M.Riley 9+2reb, M.Muo 6+8reb, J.Underwood 5+5reb+1ast

SW Slammers - Lakeside L. 84-100

There was a minor upset when bottom-ranked Slammers (0-3) lost to fourteenth ranked Lightning (1-3) in Bunbury 84-100 on Thursday. Lakeside L. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 36. The winners were led by American guard Isaiah Lewis (185-1997, college: RWU) who scored that evening 27 points and 7 rebounds and forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) supported him with 19 points and 13 rebounds. Five Lightning players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 33 points (!!!), 11 rebounds and 4 assists by American power forward Jamal Poplar (204-1996, college: Seward County) did not help to save the game for SW Slammers. Swingman Devan Craig (194-2003) added 21 points for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lightning left bottom position moving up to eighth place, which they share with 7 other teams. It was SW Slammers' third loss in a row. They still close the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Hills H. and HKBA Spiders. Lakeside L. will meet at home higher ranked Goldfields G. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. SW Slammers will play against Perry Lakes H. (#11) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: J.Poplar 33+11reb+4ast, D.Craig 21+1reb, C.Whipple 12+4reb+5ast, M.Wugol 6+1reb+2ast, P.Keats 5+5reb+4ast, R.Barrett 3+2reb+2ast
Lakeside L.: I.Lewis 27+7reb+1ast, C.Shervill 22+7reb+3ast, J.Davey 19+13reb+1ast, T.Hollick 13+2reb+6ast, A.Wilson 12+1reb, B.Lee 7+2reb+3ast

Kalamunda ES - East Perth E. 68-75

There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked Eagles (1-2) won against 8th ranked Suns (2-3) in Kalamunda 75-68 on Thursday. The winners were led by American forward Max Rice (195, college: Boise St.) who scored that evening 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import guard Taylor Young (190-1990, college: WPU) supported him with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 20 points and 7 rebounds by naturalized British forward Lewis Thomas (203-1992, college: WOU) did not help to save the game for Kalamunda ES. Forward Travis Fee (192-1992) added 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Suns' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Eagles left bottom position moving up to tenth place, which they share with Perry Lakes H. and Eltham W. Loser Suns dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with NW Tasmania and Keilor T.. East Perth E. will meet at home higher ranked Joondalup W. (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kalamunda ES will play against Willetton T. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: L.Thomas 20+7reb+2ast, T.Fee 15+9reb+4ast, T.White 12+3reb+5ast, S.Vaiangina 8+2reb+1ast, D.Lowe 3+1reb+3ast, B.Dinardo 3+4reb+1ast
East Perth E.: M.Rice 22+5reb+4ast, T.Young 14+7reb+5ast, I.Dimakopoulos 11+6reb+1ast, C.Maker 8+6reb+1ast, M.Lang 6+2reb+2ast, L.Roberts 6+10reb

Willetton T. - Rockingham F. 102-104

A very close game took place in Willetton between Flames and Tigers. Sixth ranked Flames (3-1) got a very close victory on the road over 3rd ranked Tigers (2-1). Flames managed to escape with a 2-point win 104-102 on Thursday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Tigers. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Rockingham F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by the former international guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) who scored that evening 28 points and 9 assists and the former international guard Emmett Naar (185-1994, college: SMC) supported him with 24 points and 6 assists (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field). Even 24 points, 6 assists and 4 steals by American guard Tyreese Davis (198-1999, college: EWU) did not help to save the game for Willetton T.. Forward Thomas Gerovich (200-2004) added 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Four Rockingham F. and five Willetton T. players scored in double figures. Rockingham F. moved-up to second place, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Tigers dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Rockingham F. will meet at home Geraldton B. (#5) in the next round. Willetton T. will play against Kalamunda ES and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: T.Davis 24+4reb+6ast, T.Cherry 19+6reb+2ast, T.Gerovich 17+9reb+4ast, D.Scott 14+4reb+2ast, R.Williams 13+2reb+7ast, T.Musumeci 9+2reb
Rockingham F.: I.White 28+4reb+9ast, E.Naar 24+4reb+6ast, T.Jackson 15+9reb+4ast, R.Godfrey 14+1ast, J.Beard 8+4reb+1ast, L.Ross 6+8reb+1ast

Joondalup W. - Warwick S. 98-102

Not a big story in a game when 4th ranked Wanneroo (2-2) lost to top-ranked Senators (3-0) in Joondalup 98-102 on Thursday. Warwick S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by the former international guard Elijah Pepper (193-2001, college: UC Davis) who scored that evening 48 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Cooper Creek (203-2001, college: Assumption) supported him with 13 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 31 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) by American guard Joey Baker (201-2000, college: Michigan) did not help to save the game for Joondalup W.. His fellow American import swingman CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) added 22 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals for lost side. Senators have a solid three-game winning streak. Warwick S. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Canberra B. and Sutherland. Loser Wanneroo keeps the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. Warwick S. will meet at home Perth R. (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Joondalup W. will play against East Perth E. in Morley and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: J.Baker 31+5reb, E.Elliott 25+3reb+5ast, C.Turnage 22+8reb+5ast, J.Wellsteed 6+4reb+1ast, C.Davis 6+7reb+7ast, B.Geel 4+1reb+1ast
Warwick S.: E.Pepper 48+5reb+8ast, T.Withers 24+4reb+3ast, C.Creek 13+14reb+6ast, T.Shand 8+2reb+2ast, K.Chamberlain 7+1reb+1ast, G.Pearl 2+4reb