NBL One Round 6 (Regular Season): Gold Coast R. keep a leadership position

The round was exceptionally exciting as seven games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Rollers as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Rollers defeated one of their biggest challengers Force in Gold Coast 98-88. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Gold Coast R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Jensen Bradtke (208, college: Montana) who scored 27 points and 9 rebounds (perfect from downtown making all five shots). New Zealand swingman Reuben Te Rangi (198-1994) chipped in 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Rollers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was center Ngor Nai (208-2000, college: Baton Rouge) who recorded a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams. Ipswich F. at the other side still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Ipswich F. will play next round against strong SC Phoenix trying to get back on the winning streak. Gold Coast R. will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked Cairns M. at home.
Undefeated Thunder (1-1) recorded its first loss in Loganholme. Hosts were edged by third ranked Spartans (1-1) 110-109. It was a good game for point guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) who saved his team from a defeat with 34 points (!!!) and 4 assists. Kyle Adnam contributed with 36 points (!!!) for the winners. Guard Zac Triplett (196-2001, college: Portland) replied with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for Logan T.Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Spartans went down to sixth position due to points difference, which they share with Logan T. SD Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Brisbane C..
A very close game took place in Bendigo between Braves and Chargers. Seventh ranked Braves (5-3) got a very close home victory over 4th ranked Chargers (5-4). Braves managed to escape with a 1-point win 102-101 on Sunday evening. Justin Johnson scored 27 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Jacob Richards with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Braves have a solid three-game winning streak. Bendigo moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Mt.Gambier. Hobart C. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with four games lost. Bendigo will meet at home Ringwood (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hobart C. will play against Nunawading S. (#14) and hope to secure a win.

Rest of the games of round 6 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
W.Adelaide B. crushed Eastern M. in Woodville 94-75. C.District L. beat Woodville W. at home 82-77. Forestville E. won against N.Adelaide R. on the opponent's court 86-75. Southern T. unfortunately lost to Sturt S. in a home game 92-99. S.Adelaide P. managed to beat Norwood F. on the road 85-76. Newcastle F. crushed Maitland on its own court 84-61. Bankstown B. was smashed by Manly Warr. in Narrabeen 98-73. Hills H. won against Norths B. at home 77-76. Cent.Coast C. was outscored by Illawarra H. 2 on the opponent's court 95-72. Albury W.B. was rolled over BA CoE in a home game 66-107. Winless HKBA Spiders lost to undefeated Canberra B. on the road 77-118. Inner WB was beaten by Sutherland on its own court 90-106. Penrith lost to Sydney C. in Alexandria 64-75. BA CoE managed to outperform HKBA Spiders at home 79-76. Winless Brisbane C. lost to undefeated Northside W. on the opponent's court 64-83. Winless SW Metro P. was defeated by Logan T. in a home game 77-90. Winless Rockhampton lost to undefeated Mackay on the road 79-99. SC Phoenix won against SD Spartans on its own court 95-80. Winless Cairns M. lost to undefeated Townsville H. in Hermit Park 84-111. Sandringham S. managed to beat Geelong U. at home 85-73. Eltham W. defeated Diamond V.E. on the opponent's court 104-100. Knox R. smashed Hobart C. in a home game 88-65. NW Tasmania lost to Frankston B. on the road 90-91. Ringwood outscored Mt.Gambier on its own court 118-88. Nunawading S. recorded a loss to Keilor T. in Melbourne 102-100. Kilsyth C. was crushed by Casey at home 61-82. Dandenong R. was beaten by Bendigo on the opponent's court 100-89. Ballarat M. won against Waverley F. in a home game 100-90. Mt.Gambier unfortunately lost to Frankston B. on the road 100-115. Ballarat M. managed to beat NW Tasmania on its own court 81-78. Melbourne T. was defeated by Eltham W. in a road game 87-85. East Perth E. lost to undefeated Warwick S. at home 82-118. Perry Lakes H. won against Willetton T. on the opponent's court 92-87. Joondalup W. managed to outperform Lakeside L. in a home game 97-90. Kalamunda ES was rolled over Geraldton B. on the road 111-82. Perth R. was defeated by Cockburn on its own court 87-90. Mandurah lost to undefeated Warwick S. in Perth 87-104. Lakeside L. won against SW Slammers at home 103-91. Rockingham F. managed to outperform Goldfields G. on the opponent's court 110-106.
The best stats of 6th round was 22 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists by Cooper Osborne of Norwood F..

Group central

Eastern M. - W.Adelaide B. 75-94

There was a minor upset in Mt. Barker where 5th ranked Eastern Mavericks (3-4) were crushed by seventh ranked Bearcats (3-4) 94-75 on Saturday. W.Adelaide B. outrebounded Eastern M. 51-36 including a 37-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. American center Jacob Tryon (211-1998, college: Samford) had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized New Zealand guard Keanu Rasmussen (188-2003, college: CBU) chipped in 13 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Four Bearcats players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Broderick Robinson (185-1995, college: UMKC) with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists and his fellow American import forward Dominic Jackson (203-1997, college: TAMIU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. W.Adelaide B. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 8 other teams including defeated Eastern M.. W.Adelaide B. will meet at home Sturt S. (#9) in the next round. Eastern M. will play against N.Adelaide R. (#10) in Greenacres and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: B.Robinson 19+11reb+7ast, D.Jackson 19+5reb+1ast, B.Symons 15+8reb+1ast, O.Raneberg 9+3reb+1ast, F.Webb 5+4ast, J.Bowden 4+1reb+1ast
W.Adelaide B.: J.Tryon 29+13reb+2ast, A.Dau 17+9reb+1ast, K.Rasmussen 13+11reb+8ast, S.Stock 12+6reb, J.Spear 8+6reb+4ast, M.Deng 5+1reb

C.District L. - Woodville W. 82-77

No shocking result in a game in Gawler where second ranked Central District Lions (6-1) defeated 4th ranked Woodville Warriors (4-3) 82-77 on Saturday. C.District L. outrebounded Woodville W. 44-25 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. C.District L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Kevin Baker (205-1998, college: LC State, agency: Starting 5) scored 20 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Efemena Abogidi chipped in 19 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. Four Central District Lions players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Nicholas Wurm (183-1997, college: Dickinson St.) with 22 points and American power forward Joe Jackson (201-1996, college: IU Southeast) scored 6 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. C.District L. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Woodville Warriors keeps the fourth place with three games lost. They share the position with Sydney C. and Eltham W.. C.District L. will meet Norwood F. (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Woodville W. will play against Southern T. (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: N.Wurm 22+3reb+1ast, S.Parfitt 10+4reb, B.Sloan 10+1reb+3ast, U.Dibiamaka 10+3reb+3ast, T.Troussel 9+4reb+5ast, R.Meldrum 8+3reb+4ast
C.District L.: K.Baker 20+9reb+8ast, E.Abogidi 19+13reb+2ast, J.Stanwix 13+3reb+2ast, A.Garang 10+2reb+2ast, D.Manyang 10+6reb, S.Gaze 6+2reb

N.Adelaide R. - Forestville E. 75-86

Very expected game in Greenacres where 10th ranked Rockets (1-6) were defeated by first ranked Forestville Eagles (6-1) 86-75 on Saturday. Forestville E. forced 21 N.Adelaide R. turnovers. The former international guard Dejan Vasiljevic (190-1997, college: Miami, FL) scored 27 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) chipped in 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Tobias Dowdell (201-1990, college: ABU) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and Machar Machar scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Forestville Eagles have an impressive five-game winning streak. Forestville E. maintains first position with 6-1 record, which they share with 3 other teams. N.Adelaide R. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with six games lost. They share the position with Dandenong R.. Forestville E. will meet S.Adelaide P. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. N.Adelaide R. will play against Eastern M. (#7) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: M.Machar 20+6reb+4ast, T.Dowdell 19+11reb+1ast, B.Johnson 15+4reb+9ast, J.Dyer 9+2reb+2ast, H.Lovell 5+1ast, K.McCalop 5+8reb
Forestville E.: D.Vasiljevic 27+7reb+4ast, A.Starling 19+10reb, D.Johnson 17+10reb+6ast, G.Mays 9+4reb+2ast, F.Ipassou 8+3reb+1ast, A.Doyle 6+2reb

Southern T. - Sturt S. 92-99

There was a surprise result in Morphett Vale where ninth ranked Sturt Sabres (2-5) beat higher ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (3-4) 99-92 on Saturday. Sturt S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Samuel Daly (193-1995, college: Chaminade) had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Sebastian Griffin (190-2002, college: Mayville St.) chipped in 20 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Jarvis Doles (203-1998, college: UMBC, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 14 rebounds and forward Harry Morris (198-2002) scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Five Sturt S. and four Southern T. players scored in double figures. Sturt S. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers keeps the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 8 other teams. Sturt S. will meet higher ranked W.Adelaide B. (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Southern T. will play against Woodville W. in Flinders Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: H.Morris 21+5reb+3ast, J.Doles 20+14reb+3ast, J.Summers 17+5reb+5ast, S.Bol 14+2reb+2ast, L.Ajith 8+1reb, I.Oste-Pinder 7+5reb+3ast
Sturt S.: S.Daly 25+11reb+7ast, S.Griffin 20+10reb+5ast, S.Black 16+3reb+4ast, P.D'Arcy 12+2reb+4ast, B.Griscti 11+8reb+1ast, H.Meakes 11+5reb+1ast

Norwood F. - S.Adelaide P. 76-85

Not a big story in a game in Marden where 8th ranked Norwood Flames (2-5) were defeated by third ranked South Adelaide Panthers (5-2) 85-76 on Sunday. S.Adelaide P. forced 21 Norwood F. turnovers. American forward Chris Brandon (203, college: NKU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Tom Kubank (201-1995, college: Mary) chipped in 19 points during the contest. Brandon is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was point guard Cooper Osborne (183-2004) with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Daniel Webber (191-1987) scored 16 points. S.Adelaide P. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Norwood Flames keeps the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. S.Adelaide P. will meet at home league's leader Forestville E. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Norwood F. will play against the league's second-placed C.District L. (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: C.Osborne 22+9reb+5ast, D.Webber 16+4reb+3ast, R.Harrap 14+3reb+3ast, W.Mcbride 9+1reb, O.Sabine 8+6reb+1ast, D.Rinaldi 6
S.Adelaide P.: T.Kubank 19+2reb, C.Brandon 19+7reb+4ast, L.McVeigh 13+6reb+2ast, K.Warner 9+6reb+5ast, C.Scott 9+7reb+4ast, D.Smith 5+3reb

Group east

Newcastle F. - Maitland M. 84-61

There was a surprise result in Broadmeadow where fifteenth ranked Falcons (2-4) outleveled second-best Mustangs (4-2) 84-61 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Newcastle F. made 7 blocks. Naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) chipped in 24 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Billy Parsons (198-2001) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Christian Little (188-1998, college: Regis Univ.) scored 15 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Newcastle F. moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Perth R. and Cent.Coast C. Loser Mustangs dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Newcastle F. will meet at home league's leader Canberra B. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Maitland will play against Cent.Coast C. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: B.Parsons 18+10reb+4ast, C.Little 15+3reb, M.Worthy 10+2reb+4ast, J.Beavis 7+1reb+1ast, J.Cole 4+5reb, T.Parsons 3
Newcastle F.: M.Cherry 24+11reb+3ast, R.Beisty 24+14reb+4ast, K.Shannon 14+3ast, E.Stephens 9+4reb+2ast, M.Maluach 7+5reb+1ast, J.Goodwin 4+4reb+2ast

Manly Warr. - Bankstown B. 98-73

There was an upset in Narrabeen where higher ranked Bruins (3-4) were crushed by eleventh ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (3-3) 98-73 on Saturday. Manly Warr. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. New Zealand point guard Mason Bragg (182-1993) scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American swingman Preston Purifoy (196-1992, college: UAB, agency: Players Group) chipped in 25 points during the contest. Five Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Hayden Blankley (198-2000, college: WTAM) with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Andre Wolford (188-1996, college: SFU) scored 15 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Manly Warr. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Melbourne T. and Perry Lakes H. Loser Bruins dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 8 other teams. Manly Warr. will meet higher ranked Sydney C. (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Bankstown B. will play against Albury W.B. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: H.Blankley 19+10reb+3ast, A.Wolford 15+3reb+2ast, K.Bayer 7+3reb+7ast, J.Cadee 6+5reb+5ast, A.Makki 6, G.Majak 6+5reb
Manly Warr.: P.Purifoy 25+4reb+2ast, M.Bragg 16+7reb+9ast, M.Eldridge 15+8reb+3ast, S.Valkovic 11+2reb+2ast, J.Munro 10+5reb+2ast, M.Nesterov 8+2reb+1ast

Hills H. - Norths B. 77-76

There was a surprise result in Baulkham Hills where thirteenth ranked Hornets (2-3) edged higher ranked Norths Bears (3-4) 77-76 on Saturday. American Zachery Hudson (203-1997, college: CBC) scored 25 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Jacob Foy (193-1999, college: HPU) chipped in 11 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Hornets players scored in double figures. Hornets' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was the former international forward Hunter Goodrick (201-2000, college: CBU) with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Ignatius Mitchell (185-2003) scored 16 points. Hills H. moved-up to eleventh place. Loser Norths Bears dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 8 other teams. Hills H. will meet at home Albury W.B. (#15) in the next round. Norths B. will play against Penrith (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: I.Mitchell 16+3reb+3ast, H.Goodrick 14+8reb+4ast, R.Moore 9+3reb+1ast, M.Yoong 8+1reb+1ast, M.Wacher 8+3reb+3ast, C.Wilks 7+3reb+1ast
Hills H.: Z.Hudson 25+7reb+2ast, J.Foy 11+5reb+1ast, M.Payne 11+4reb+1ast, L.Moss 11+4reb+1ast, M.Fidel 7+1reb+4ast, S.Orsini 5+4reb+2ast

Illawarra H. 2 - Cent.Coast C. 95-72

Very expected game in Wollongong where 11th ranked Crusaders (2-4) were rolled over by sixth ranked Hawks (4-2) 95-72 on Saturday. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Bradley Ballinger (194-2006) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American swingman Ilisia Washington (194-1998, college: Regis Univ.) with 21 points and 7 rebounds and guard Thomas Akamarmoi (188-1997) scored 16 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. Illawarra H. 2 moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Cent.Coast C. lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with four games lost. They share it with Perth R. and Newcastle F.. Illawarra H. 2 will meet Penrith (#14) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cent.Coast C. will play against Maitland (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: I.Washington 21+7reb+1ast, T.Akamarmoi 16+8reb+1ast, K.Amir 12+6reb+2ast, S.Chapman 8+6reb, L.Cassidy 7+6reb+3ast, J.Shoaib 5+2reb+1ast
Illawarra H. 2: T.Blanchfield 29+11reb+3ast, B.Ballinger 24+5reb+1ast, K.McDowell-White 16+3reb+10ast, M.Mims 11+5reb+4ast, D.Bruton 7, T.Campbell 4+6reb

Albury W.B. - BA CoE 66-107

Very predictable result in Albury where third ranked Excellence (5-1) outscored 14th ranked Bandits (1-5) 107-66 on Saturday. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Bandits's 32. BA CoE forced 22 Albury W.B. turnovers and outrebounded them 46-26 including a 33-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international swingman Luke Fennell (198-2006) scored 24 points and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and forward Che Brogan (198-2006) chipped in 22 points (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) during the contest. Five Excellence players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Ahren Freeman (201, college: UTRGV, agency: Inception Sports) with 22 points and 5 rebounds and forward Matthew Gray (203-1999) scored 10 points and 7 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. Excellence have a solid three-game winning streak. BA CoE moved-up to second place, which they share with Sutherland. Albury W.B. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth position with five games lost. They share it with Cockburn. BA CoE will meet Inner WB (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Albury W.B. will play against Hills H. (#11) in Baulkham Hills and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: A.Freeman 22+5reb+1ast, I.Allen 15+2ast, M.Gray 10+7reb+2ast, L.Brady 6, J.Cincurak 5+2reb+6ast, C.Wharepapa 2
BA CoE: L.Fennell 24+3reb+3ast, C.Brogan 22+3reb+2ast, A.Dickeson 17+4reb+1ast, A.Nyuon 12+5reb+2ast, R.Akhuar 10+6reb, J.Furphy 7+3reb

Canberra B. - HKBA Spiders 118-77

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Spiders (0-6) were outplayed on the road by top-ranked Canberra B. (6-0) 118-77 on Saturday. Canberra B. forced 20 HKBA Spiders turnovers. They shot the lights out from three sinking 22 long-distance shots on high 55.0 percentage. Canberra B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Forward William Mayfield (-2000) scored 23 points and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Lachlan Smith (199-2005) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American Akil Douglas (208-1994, college: Clark Atlanta) with 25 points and forward Nate Chappell (197-2002) scored 14 points and 7 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. Canberra B. have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record, which they share with Warwick S. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with SW Slammers. Canberra B. will meet Newcastle F. (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. HKBA Spiders will play against Illawarra H. 2 and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
HKBA Spiders: A.Douglas 25+2reb, N.Chappell 14+7reb+1ast, A.Redhead 12+1reb, B.Ansuh-Yeboah 7+2reb+3ast, M.Kone 6+2reb+3ast, R.Peterson 4+2reb
Canberra B.: L.Smith 23+6reb+1ast, W.Mayfield 23+3reb+4ast, W.Rice 17, D.Emelifeonwu 17+2reb+3ast, J.Toohey 11+1reb+2ast, C.Pender 7+6reb+4ast

Inner WB - Sutherland S. 90-106

Everything went according to plan in Inner West where third ranked Sharks (5-1) won against 6th ranked Bulls (3-2) 106-90 on Saturday. Sutherland dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Bulls's 44. Naturalized British center Jason Spurgin (211-2001, college: BGSU) scored 27 points and 7 rebounds (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and Luke Jamieson chipped in 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals during the contest. Sharks' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was forward Ramon Cao (202-1997, college: Florida Coll.) with 24 points and 5 rebounds and American forward Dalen Ridgnal (201-2001, college: Wichita St.) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. Four Sutherland and five Inner WB players scored in double figures. Sutherland moved-up to second place, which they share with BA CoE. Loser Bulls dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with Willetton T.. Sutherland will meet at home Newcastle F. (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Inner WB will play against the league's second-placed BA CoE (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: R.Cao 24+5reb+1ast, T.Tolovae 18+2reb+2ast, M.Clark 15+4reb+8ast, D.Ridgnal 14+11reb+4ast, M.Djeric 11+6reb+9ast, N.Timonera 5+2reb+1ast
Sutherland S.: J.Spurgin 27+7reb+1ast, L.Hutchison 24+3reb+6ast, L.Jamieson 22+8reb+4ast, K.Noi 18+6reb+2ast, H.Raynor 6+4reb+3ast, C.Woodbridge 3+1ast

Sydney C. - Penrith P. 75-64

There was no surprise in Alexandria where 13th ranked Panthers (2-5) were defeated by eighth ranked Sydney City Comets (4-3) 75-64 on Saturday. Naturalized British forward Obi Kyei (206-1994, college: Eckerd) had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Tongan swingman Viliami Foketi (193-1996) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was swingman Jonah Pares (192-2003) with 9 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists and forward Zeke Evans (204-2003) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Panthers' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Sydney C. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Woodville W. and Eltham W. Penrith lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Sydney C. will meet at home Manly Warr. (#8) in the next round. Penrith will play against Illawarra H. 2 and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: Z.Evans 15+7reb, B.Schwarzer 11+1ast, J.Pares 9+7reb+10ast, J.Fetui-Fa'amoe 8+2reb, J.Hickson 6+4reb+2ast, M.Jongkuch 6+3reb
Sydney C.: O.Kyei 24+15reb+3ast, V.Foketi 18+9reb+3ast, A.Mundine 13+4reb+1ast, J.Smith 9+4reb+1ast, E.Marten-Cooney 5+9reb+1ast, L.Wright 4+2ast

BA CoE - HKBA Spiders 79-76

No shocking result in a game in Canberra where third ranked Excellence (5-1) edged bottom-ranked Spiders (0-6) 79-76 on Sunday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Forward Roor Akhuar (200-2007) scored 17 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized South Sudanese forward Mading Kuany (202-2007) chipped in 12 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Daniel Titus (203-2000, college: Coppin St.) with 15 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Brian Ansuh-Yeboah (182-2007) scored 15 points. Four HKBA Spiders players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Excellence have a solid three-game winning streak. BA CoE moved-up to second place, which they share with Sutherland. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with SW Slammers. BA CoE will meet Inner WB (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. HKBA Spiders will play against Illawarra H. 2 (#4) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
HKBA Spiders: B.Ansuh-Yeboah 15+3reb, D.Titus 15+7reb+2ast, A.Douglas 12+3reb+1ast, M.Kone 10+4reb+1ast, A.Redhead 8+4reb+2ast, S.Hall 7+2reb+4ast
BA CoE: R.Akhuar 17+6reb, M.Kuany 12+5reb, J.Faale 8+2reb+1ast, S.Emenalo 6+1reb, M.Vaughns 6+7reb+1ast, F.Pavely 6+5reb+1ast

Group north

Gold Coast R. - Ipswich F. 98-88

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Rollers as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Rollers defeated one of their biggest challengers Force in Gold Coast 98-88. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Gold Coast R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Jensen Bradtke (208, college: Montana) who scored 27 points and 9 rebounds (perfect from downtown making all five shots). New Zealand swingman Reuben Te Rangi (198-1994) chipped in 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Rollers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was center Ngor Nai (208-2000, college: Baton Rouge) who recorded a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds and American swingman Lamar Patterson (196-1991, college: Pittsburgh) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Five Gold Coast R. and four Ipswich F. players scored in double figures. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams. Ipswich F. at the other side still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Ipswich F. will play next round against strong SC Phoenix trying to get back on the winning streak. Gold Coast R. will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked Cairns M. at home.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: N.Nai 27+11reb+2ast, L.Patterson 17+6reb+4ast, W.Mahoney 17+4reb+1ast, K.Bishop 14+3reb+3ast, A.Godinet 6+1ast, J.Ralph 3+5reb+5ast
Gold Coast R.: J.Bradtke 27+9reb+2ast, R.Te Rangi 23+5reb+6ast, B.Mazlin 19+4reb+8ast, B.Mcgregor 11+9reb+3ast, C.Smith IV 10+6reb+4ast, N.Higgins 4+1reb

Logan T. - SD Spartans 109-110

Undefeated Thunder (1-1) recorded its first loss in Loganholme. Hosts were edged by third ranked Spartans (1-1) 110-109. SD Spartans forced 19 Logan T. turnovers. It was a good game for point guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) who saved his team from a defeat with 34 points (!!!) and 4 assists. The former international guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) contributed with 36 points (!!!) for the winners. Guard Zac Triplett (196-2001, college: Portland) replied with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Callum Dalton (206-2000) added 23 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Logan T.Four Logan T. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Spartans went down to sixth position due to points difference, which they share with Logan T. SD Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Brisbane C..
Top scorers:
Logan T.: M.Kenyon 26+2reb+8ast, Z.Triplett 25+8reb+5ast, C.Dalton 23+10reb+5ast, T.Howard 15+3reb+4ast, T.Fui 7+2reb, J.Fui 6+2reb+1ast
SD Spartans: K.Adnam 36+1reb+2ast, T.Wigness 34+2reb+4ast, M.Kerle 11+8reb+1ast, A.Ugrinic 8+11reb+2ast, L.Li 5+2reb, L.Bann 4+2reb+1ast

Northside W. - Brisbane C. 83-64

Everything could happen in Taigum at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Wizards and one of their biggest challengers Capitals had identical 0-0 record. This time Wizards used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Brisbane 83-64 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American guard Tyler Williams (196-1996, college: San Diego) scored 29 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and New Zealand guard Nikau McCullough (190-1997, college: St.Mary's, TX) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Wizards' coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was naturalized Nigerian guard Uche Dibiamaka (193-1999, college: St.Edward's) with 16 points and swingman Timothy Soong (193-1997) scored 9 points and 10 rebounds. Wizards (1-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Capitals still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Northside W. will meet SW Metro P. (#12) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Brisbane C.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena SD Spartans.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: U.Dibiamaka 16+4reb+2ast, M.Johns 10+8reb+1ast, D.Magier 9+2reb, C.Thew 9+5reb+1ast, T.Soong 9+10reb+3ast, I.Tueta 6+4reb+4ast
Northside W.: T.Williams 29+8reb+4ast, N.McCullough 17+3reb+3ast, D.McDonald 16+3reb+1ast, J.Richardson 8+5reb, B.Crown 6+6reb+1ast, B.Adamson 3+3reb+1ast

SW Metro P. - Logan T. 77-90

There was a small surprise in Runcorn where twelfth ranked Thunder (1-1) beat bottom-ranked South West Metro Pirates (0-1) 90-77 on Saturday. Logan T. made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Logan T. outrebounded SW Metro P. 50-30 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Guard Zac Triplett (196-2001, college: Portland) had a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Callum Dalton (206-2000) chipped in 19 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. Thunder's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was the former international point guard Kai Woodfall (183-1996, college: MBU) with 20 points and 4 assists and forward Lachlan Anderson (206-1997, college: EKU) scored 10 points and 8 rebounds. Four SW Metro P. players scored in double figures. Thunder left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with SD Spartans. Loser South West Metro Pirates still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Logan T. will meet at home Cairns M. (#9) in the next round. SW Metro P. will play against Northside W. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: K.Woodfall 20+3reb+4ast, B.Volkman 12+5reb+4ast, D.Stajic 10+8reb+3ast, L.Anderson 10+8reb+3ast, J.Schwalger 9+2reb, B.Teys 9+1reb+2ast
Logan T.: Z.Triplett 28+14reb+2ast, C.Dalton 19+13reb+3ast, M.Kenyon 18+8reb+2ast, E.Puna 8+5reb, T.Fui 7+3reb+4ast, A.McGrath 5+2reb

Mackay M. - Rockhampton R. 99-79

Everything could happen in Mackay at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Meteors and bottom-ranked Rockets had identical 0-0 record. This time Meteors used a home court advantage and outplayed the opponent from Rockhampton 99-79 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Mackay dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Rockets's 48 and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Mackay outrebounded Rockhampton 54-39 including a 42-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mackay looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Jerron Jamerson (194-1992, college: Goshen) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Makuach Maluach (200-1998, college: N.Mexico) chipped in 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Meteors players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Jalen Graham (206-2001, college: Arkansas) with 22 points and 6 rebounds and forward Malok Majak (196-2000) scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Meteors (1-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Rockets still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Mackay will meet at home Townsville H. (#5) in the next round. Rockhampton will play against Townsville H. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Rockhampton R.: J.Graham 22+6reb, J.Blanchard 12+5reb, M.Kuhl 10+4reb, K.Tuakura 9+4reb+1ast, M.Majak 9+12reb+1ast, I.Ayoubi 8+2reb+8ast
Mackay M.: J.Jamerson 21+11reb+3ast, M.Maluach 20+8reb+4ast, K.Sager 15+8reb+5ast, K.Medhurst 12+4reb+4ast, C.Goldfinch 12+8reb+2ast, M.Khalu 7+2reb+1ast

SC Phoenix - SD Spartans 95-80

There was a surprise result in Cotton Tree where top-ranked Phoenix (1-0) won against higher ranked Spartans (1-1) 95-80 on Saturday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. SC Phoenix forced 22 SD Spartans turnovers. Strangely SD Spartans outrebounded SC Phoenix 40-28 including 31 on the defensive glass. Guamanian-American guard Earnest Ross (198-1991, college: Missouri, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Darnell Robateau (185-1997, college: PLNU) chipped in 14 points and 8 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) scored 23 points. Five SC Phoenix and four SD Spartans players scored in double figures. Spartans' coach rotated ten players and allowed the starting five to rest. Phoenix keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Spartans dropped to the sixth place with one game lost. They share the position with Logan T.. SC Phoenix will meet Ipswich F. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SD Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Brisbane C..
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: T.Wigness 23+3reb+3ast, K.Adnam 21+7reb+6ast, B.Jones 14+12reb, A.Ugrinic 10+2reb, M.Kerle 8+5reb+1ast, D.Ryder 4+5reb+1ast
SC Phoenix: E.Ross 24+6reb+3ast, J.Robateau 15+4reb+3ast, N.Kahler 15+4reb+1ast, E.Kafritsas 14+5reb+3ast, D.Robateau 14+4reb+8ast, D.Ross-Paiwan 13+3reb+1ast

Townsville H. - Cairns M. 111-84

Everything could happen in Hermit Park at the game between two tied teams. Both top-ranked Townsville Heat and bottom-ranked Marlins had identical 0-0 record. This time Townsville Heat used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from Cairns 111-84 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Naturalized South Sudanese guard Kuany Kuany (201-1994, college: Chaminade) scored 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Ethan Betts (188-1998, college: Umpqua CC) chipped in 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Alex Higgins-Titsha (201-2000) with 15 points and 9 rebounds and swingman James Mitchell (194-1991) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Four Cairns M. 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. Townsville Heat (1-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Marlins still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Townsville H. will meet league's second-placed Mackay on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Cairns M. will play against Logan T. (#7) in Loganholme and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: K.Stattmann 16+3reb+1ast, A.Higgins-Titsha 15+9reb+3ast, J.Mitchell 14+5reb+3ast, K.Dennis 10+4reb, M.Nuangki 8+1reb, K.Stattmann 7+3reb+4ast
Townsville H.: K.Kuany 33+6reb+1ast, E.Betts 19+6reb+4ast, G.Teichmann 15+3reb+3ast, R.Peachey 9+3reb+1ast, M.Rees 9+4reb+4ast, M.Norton 9+3reb+2ast

Group south

Sandringham S. - Geelong U. 85-73

There was a surprise result in Cheltenham where nineteenth ranked Sabres (2-6) defeated higher ranked United (3-4) 85-73 on Saturday. Sandringham S. made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Sandringham S. outrebounded Geelong U. 51-39 including a 43-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Tom Koppens (201-2003) had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 20 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward David Barlow (205-1983, college: MSU Denver) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five Sabres players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Tristan Forsyth (208-1998, college: CBU) with 34 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds and American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU) scored 9 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sandringham S. moved-up to eighteenth place. Loser United dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 8 other teams. Sandringham S. will meet at home higher ranked Waverley F. (#11) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Geelong U. will play against Dandenong R. (#19) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geelong U.: T.Forsyth 34+9reb+2ast, L.Herbert 14+3reb+1ast, O.Odigie 9+6reb, D.Gatlin 9+9reb+8ast, J.Talbot 5+4reb+1ast, M.Marach 2+2reb+1ast
Sandringham S.: T.Koppens 15+20reb+2ast, M.Machar 15+6reb+1ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 14+3reb+4ast, E.Brown 11+2reb+3ast, D.Barlow 11+8reb+3ast, S.Cartwright 8+6reb

Diamond V.E. - Eltham W. 100-104

Rather expected game in Greensborough where 12th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (3-5) were defeated by tenth ranked Wildcats (4-3) 104-100 on Saturday. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American guard Xavier Bledson (198-1999, college: Indiana St.) scored 25 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import power forward Joshua Sykes (203-1996, college: Fresno City) chipped in 27 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Jesse McIntosh (188-2006) with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and swingman Ryley Haywood (194-2004) scored 20 points and 6 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Wildcats have a solid three-game winning streak. Eltham W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sydney C. and Woodville W. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles dropped to the fifteenth position with five games lost. They share it with Keilor T.. Eltham W. will meet Kilsyth C. (#9) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Diamond V.E. will play against the league's second-placed Ballarat M. (#2) in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Diamond V.E.: J.McIntosh 28+12reb+2ast, R.Haywood 20+6reb+1ast, N.Manyang 14+5reb, J.Ghee 13+3reb+3ast, A.Thoseby 12+3reb+3ast, N.Todd 5+2reb+2ast
Eltham W.: J.Sykes 27+5reb+1ast, X.Bledson 25+4reb+6ast, G.Hadley 11+4reb+2ast, O.Magbegor 10+6reb+1ast, S.Short 10+9reb+9ast, Z.Cunningham 9+2reb

Knox R. - Hobart C. 88-65

Rather predictable result in Melbourne where first ranked Raiders (6-1) outscored 4th ranked Chargers (5-4) 88-65 on Saturday. Knox R. forced 19 Hobart C. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Hobart C.'s players. Forward Keli Leaupepe (198-2000, college: LMU) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Ade Murkey (196-1998, college: Denver) chipped in 16 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Four Raiders players scored in double figures. Raiders' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was swingman Jordan Straatsma (-2005) with 20 points and 5 rebounds and forward Jacob Richards (200-2001) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. Knox R. maintains first position with 6-1 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Hobart C. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with four games lost. Knox R.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Melbourne Keilor T..
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: J.Straatsma 20+5reb+2ast, J.Richards 12+8reb+1ast, A.Eugster 9+1reb+1ast, N.Straatsma 7+4reb, O.Angerstein 7+7reb+1ast, A.Stewart 5+4reb+2ast
Knox R.: A.Murkey 16+6reb+1ast, H.Sewell 16+2reb+2ast, K.Leaupepe 15+17reb+4ast, B.Nunn 12+1ast, S.Dech 11+4reb+2ast, T.Dufelmeier 8+6reb+5ast

Frankston B. - NW Tasmania 91-90

Not a big story in a game in Seaford where 15th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (3-6) was edged by seventh ranked Blues (5-2) 91-90 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. New Zealand forward Taane Samuel (200-1999) had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and guard Michael Harris (193-1999) chipped in 25 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) with 18 points and guard Lachlan Barker (188-1996) scored 19 points. Four NW Tasmania players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Blues have a solid three-game winning streak. Frankston B. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder dropped to the seventeenth position with six games lost. Frankston B. will meet Melbourne T. (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. NW Tasmania will play against Nunawading S. (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
NW Tasmania: L.Barker 19+2reb+3ast, K.Savage 18+4reb+3ast, L.Gibson 16+6reb+2ast, T.Armstrong 14+4reb+2ast, T.Harris 10+3reb+2ast, A.Woodhill 9+7reb
Frankston B.: T.Samuel 26+10reb+1ast, M.Harris 25+8reb+2ast, I.Hadziomerovic 10+4reb+3ast, C.Hastings 8+1ast, L.Barker 7+4reb+4ast, K.Box 5+2reb+1ast

Ringwood H. - Mt.Gambier 118-88

There was a surprise result in Heathmont where sixteenth ranked Ringwood Hawks (3-4) outleveled one of their biggest challengers Pioneers (5-3) 118-88 on Saturday. Ringwood made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) scored 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized Maltese forward Joshua Tomasi (208-2000, college: St.Cloud St.) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) during the contest. Ringwood Hawks' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American guard Joseph Palmer (193-2001, college: Colorado St., agency: Warren Sports International) with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import swingman Kaden Archie (198-2000, college: Georgia South) scored 18 points and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Five Ringwood and four Mt.Gambier players scored in double figures. Ringwood moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 8 other teams. Loser Pioneers dropped to the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with Bendigo. Ringwood will meet Bendigo (#5) on the road in the next round. Mt.Gambier will play against Casey in Cranbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mt.Gambier: J.Palmer 22+12reb+1ast, K.Archie 18+1reb+4ast, A.Shelley 14+3reb+2ast, T.Robinson 13+5reb, A.Mudronja 9+4reb+4ast, A.Aliir 5+4reb+2ast
Ringwood H.: A.Glover 25+7reb+7ast, J.Lawton 20+1ast, H.Sealey 19+1reb+3ast, J.Tomasi 18+6reb+1ast, T.Krebs 10+9reb+4ast, T.Carroll 8+6reb+3ast

Keilor T. - Nunawading S. 102-100

There was an upset in Melbourne where higher ranked Spectres (3-4) were edged by seventeenth ranked Thunder (3-5) 102-100 on Saturday. Guard Deng Dut (193, college: DBU) scored 32 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Daniel Foster (198, college: Nevada) chipped in 26 points and 11 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) during the contest. The best for the losing side was swingman Christian DAngelo (191-2003) with 28 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward BJ Mack (203-2000, college: S.Carolina) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds. Four Keilor T. and five Nunawading S. players scored in double figures. Keilor T. moved-up to fifteenth place, which they share with Diamond V.E. Loser Spectres dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 8 other teams. Keilor T.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Melbourne to the arena Knox R..
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: C.D'Angelo 28+5reb+5ast, C.Cranston 15+3reb, J.Gandolfo 14+2reb+7ast, J.Mutimer 12+2reb+5ast, B.Mack 11+14reb, D.Baxter 10+7reb+3ast
Keilor T.: D.Dut 32+6reb+5ast, D.Foster 26+11reb+3ast, A.Ayilara 18+10reb+2ast, J.Beasley 12+5reb+1ast, D.Poelsma 8+4reb+1ast, R.Philippe 4+2reb+1ast

Kilsyth C. - Casey C. 61-82

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Cavaliers' (5-2) road victory over 5th ranked Cobras (4-4) 82-61 on Saturday. American guard Trendon Hankerson (188-2000, college: Akron, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) scored 25 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four Cavaliers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Senegalese forward Khadim Sy (208-1997, college: Wake Forest) with 17 points and 9 rebounds and swingman Hamish MacDonald (188-2001, college: Baker) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds. Cobras' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Casey moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Cobras dropped to the ninth position with four games lost. Casey will meet Waverley F. (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kilsyth C. will play against Eltham W. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth C.: K.Sy 17+9reb, C.Jeffs 11+5reb+2ast, H.MacDonald 11+10reb+1ast, I.Harvey 5+2reb+1ast, D.Stith 5+9reb+1ast, B.Hull 4
Casey C.: T.Hankerson 25+3reb+5ast, H.Marks 15+3reb+2ast, T.Robertson 13+4reb+1ast, P.Bungei 12+10reb+2ast, B.Waller 11+4reb, A.Karabatsos 4+2reb+2ast

Bendigo B. - Dandenong R. 100-89

Very expected game in Bendigo where 18th ranked Rangers (1-6) were defeated by seventh ranked Braves (5-3) 100-89 on Saturday. Bendigo looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American swingman Justin Johnson (198-1999, college: UTRGV) scored 20 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import swingman Charles Matthews (198-1996, college: Michigan) chipped in 24 points and 5 assists during the contest. Braves' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was American forward Ruot Monyyong (210-1998, college: UALR) with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 19 rebounds and guard Ryan Rapp (196, college: Hawaii) scored 12 points and 4 assists. Four Bendigo and five Dandenong R. players scored in double figures. Braves have a solid three-game winning streak. Bendigo moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Mt.Gambier. Dandenong R. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with six games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R.. Bendigo will meet at home Ringwood (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Dandenong R. will play against Geelong U. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: R.Monyyong 33+19reb+1ast, B.Hobbs 13+3reb+3ast, R.Rapp 12+4reb+4ast, S.Davidson 11+1reb+1ast, D.Puoch Puoch 10+4reb+1ast, J.Roberts 8+4reb+1ast
Bendigo B.: C.Matthews 24+4reb+5ast, J.Johnson 20+7reb+8ast, L.Diing 17+7reb+2ast, J.Pattinson 16+3reb+1ast, B.Smythe 10+7reb, I.Murphy 9+5reb+6ast

Ballarat M. - Waverley F. 100-90

Rather predictable result in Wendouree where fifth ranked Miners (5-2) beat 9th ranked Falcons (3-4) 100-90 on Saturday. Ballarat M. made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game, while Waverley F. only scored five points from the stripe. Guard Nicholas Stoddart (188-2000) scored 41 points (!!!) to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) chipped in 26 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Miners' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was naturalized American swingman Bennie Lewis (203-1987, college: Benedict, agency: Warren Sports International) with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Malik Meunier (185-1999) scored 15 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Waverley F. players scored in double figures. Ballarat M. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Waverley F. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. They share it with 8 other teams. Ballarat M. will meet at home Diamond V.E. (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Waverley F. will play against Casey (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: B.Lewis 22+7reb+5ast, R.Heath 21+1reb+3ast, M.Forbes 18+13reb+1ast, M.Meunier 15+9reb+9ast, M.Harper 7+3reb, I.Abergut 5+5reb
Ballarat M.: N.Stoddart 41+3reb+2ast, M.Majok 26+6reb+1ast, A.Krause 11+5reb, Z.Dunmore 7+4reb+2ast, L.Rosendale 7+4reb+9ast, C.Bird 4+2reb

Frankston B. - Mt.Gambier 115-100

There was a minor upset in Seaford where 4th ranked Pioneers (5-3) were defeated by seventh ranked Blues (5-2) 115-100 on Sunday. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Frankston B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. New Zealand forward Taane Samuel (200-1999) had a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and guard Michael Harris (193-1999) chipped in 22 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Blues' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was forward Akech Aliir (204-2000) with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and the former international guard Alexander Mudronja (196-1999, college: SMC) scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Blues have a solid three-game winning streak. Frankston B. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Pioneers dropped to the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with Bendigo. Frankston B. will meet Melbourne T. (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mt.Gambier will play against Casey (#3) in Cranbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mt.Gambier: A.Aliir 24+10reb+1ast, A.Mudronja 14+6reb+9ast, A.Shelley 14+1reb+4ast, T.Robinson 13+9reb, K.Archie 12+2reb+1ast, J.Palmer 11+5reb+5ast
Frankston B.: T.Samuel 35+10reb+3ast, M.Harris 22+7reb+6ast, K.Box 15+4reb+2ast, T.Garrett 14+9reb+1ast, L.Barker 10+3reb+8ast, V.Monaghan 9+4reb

Ballarat M. - NW Tasmania 81-78

Everything went according to plan in Wendouree where fifth ranked Miners (5-2) edged 15th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (3-6) 81-78 on Sunday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) scored 22 points to lead the charge for the winners and guard Nicholas Stoddart (188-2000) chipped in 18 points and 4 steals during the contest. Miners' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. The best for the losing side was Archer Woodhill with 22 points and 9 rebounds and guard Lachlan Barker (188-1996) scored 18 points and 4 assists. Ballarat M. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder dropped to the seventeenth position with six games lost. Ballarat M. will meet at home Diamond V.E. (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. NW Tasmania will play against Nunawading S. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
NW Tasmania: A.Woodhill 22+9reb+1ast, K.Savage 19+6reb, L.Barker 18+3reb+4ast, L.Gibson 7+4reb, S.Deans 6+2reb, T.Armstrong 4+6reb+5ast
Ballarat M.: L.Rosendale 22+3reb+2ast, N.Stoddart 18+4reb+2ast, Z.Dunmore 16+2reb+1ast, M.Puondak 7+4reb, A.Krause 6+5reb+1ast, M.Majok 6+8reb+1ast

Bendigo B. - Hobart C. 102-101

A very close game took place in Bendigo between Braves and Chargers. Seventh ranked Braves (5-3) got a very close home victory over 4th ranked Chargers (5-4). Braves managed to escape with a 1-point win 102-101 on Sunday evening. American swingman Justin Johnson (198-1999, college: UTRGV) scored 27 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Lual Diing (205-1998) chipped in 26 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Jacob Richards (200-2001) with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Henry Makeny (201-2000, college: Grayson County) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Braves have a solid three-game winning streak. Bendigo moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Mt.Gambier. Hobart C. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with four games lost. Bendigo will meet at home Ringwood (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hobart C. will play against Nunawading S. (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: J.Richards 29+12reb+7ast, O.Angerstein 28+5reb+1ast, H.Makeny 24+12reb, A.Eugster 11+3reb+4ast, J.Straatsma 5+3reb+5ast, N.Straatsma 4+3reb
Bendigo B.: J.Johnson 27+8reb+8ast, L.Diing 26+8reb+1ast, C.Matthews 20+4reb+3ast, J.Pattinson 11+1ast, B.Smythe 7+5reb, L.O'Brien 7

Eltham W. - Melbourne T. 87-85

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Eltham where 9th ranked Tigers (3-3) were edged by tenth ranked Wildcats (4-3) 87-85 on Sunday. Eltham W. made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. American power forward Joshua Sykes (203-1996, college: Fresno City) scored 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) chipped in 19 points during the contest. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) with 55 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and Kai Garnaut scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Wildcats have a solid three-game winning streak. Eltham W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Sydney C. and Woodville W. Loser Tigers dropped to the eighth position with three games lost. They share it with Perry Lakes H. and Manly Warr.. Eltham W. will meet Kilsyth C. (#9) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Melbourne T. will play against Frankston B. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: J.Purchase 55+6reb+1ast, K.Garnaut 11+8reb+2ast, T.Wilson 8+8reb+2ast, M.Wearne 4+2reb+1ast, C.Arcidiacono 4, T.Chehhal 3+2reb+3ast
Eltham W.: G.Hadley 19+2reb+1ast, J.Sykes 16+9reb+5ast, S.Whelan 12, S.Short 12+4reb+1ast, X.Bledson 12+4reb+4ast, O.Magbegor 8+3reb

Group west

East Perth E. - Warwick S. 82-118

No shocking result in a game in Morley where top-ranked Senators (6-0) smashed 11th ranked Eagles (1-4) 118-82 on Friday. Warwick S. forced 19 East Perth E. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The former international guard Elijah Pepper (193-2001, college: UC Davis) scored 28 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and British guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American power forward Lee Roberts (203-1987, college: Findlay, OH, agency: BIG) with 24 points and 9 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Max Rice (195, college: Boise St.) scored 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Warwick S. and four East Perth E. 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. Senators have an impressive six-game winning streak. Warwick S. maintains first position with 6-0 record, which they share with Canberra B. Loser Eagles dropped to the twelfth place with four games lost. Warwick S. will meet Perry Lakes H. (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. East Perth E. will play against Geraldton B. (#6) in Wonthella and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: L.Roberts 24+9reb+2ast, C.Maker 13+4reb+1ast, I.Dimakopoulos 11+6reb+2ast, M.Rice 11+5reb+5ast, M.Lang 9+1reb+2ast, L.Yat 6+3reb
Warwick S.: E.Pepper 28+9reb+7ast, M.Clarke 18+6reb+9ast, G.Pearl 18+7reb+4ast, C.Creek 17+7reb, T.Withers 14+2reb+1ast, B.England 8+1reb+4ast

Willetton T. - Perry Lakes H. 87-92

There was an upset in Willetton where higher ranked Tigers (3-2) were defeated by ninth ranked Hawks (3-3) 92-87 on Friday. American center Davin Miller (211, college: Thomas Univ.) had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and guard Matthew Leary (190-2000, college: Knox) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Taeshon Cherry (203-1999, college: Marian, IN, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) with 22 points and 6 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Tyreese Davis (198-1999, college: EWU) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Tigers' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Perry Lakes H. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Melbourne T. and Manly Warr. Loser Tigers dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. They share it with Inner WB. Perry Lakes H. will meet at home league's leader Warwick S. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Willetton T. will play against Lakeside L. (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: T.Cherry 22+6reb, T.Davis 18+5reb+1ast, T.Musumeci 11+3reb+2ast, R.Williams 11+5reb+3ast, T.Gerovich 10+5reb+2ast, M.Vigor 5+6reb+4ast
Perry Lakes H.: D.Miller 29+10reb, M.Leary 15+7reb+1ast, K.Phillips 13+5reb+3ast, L.Phillips 12+7reb+1ast, J.Stanley-Williams 12+4reb+4ast, S.Chan 7+3reb+1ast

Joondalup W. - Lakeside L. 97-90

Very predictable result in Joondalup where sixth ranked Wanneroo (4-2) beat 12th ranked Lightning (2-5) 97-90 on Friday. Joondalup W. outrebounded Lakeside L. 39-23 including 26 on the defensive glass. Joondalup W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American swingman CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 11 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and forward Caleb Davis (206-1995, college: SVSU) chipped in 18 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Isaiah Lewis (185-1997, college: RWU) with 24 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and his fellow American import forward AJ Wilson (202-1997, college: S.Carolina) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Lightning's coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Joondalup W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Lightning dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Joondalup W. will meet SW Slammers (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lakeside L. will play against Willetton T. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: I.Lewis 24+3reb+5ast, C.Shervill 21+4ast, A.Wilson 17+11reb+1ast, M.Garbellini 12+4reb+1ast, B.Lee 9+1reb+1ast, I.Grida 4+1reb+1ast
Joondalup W.: C.Turnage 33+11reb+8ast, C.Davis 18+10reb+2ast, J.Baker 16+1reb+3ast, V.Chadinha 10+7reb+1ast, E.Elliott 9+3reb+7ast, D.Ballantyne 8+3reb+3ast

Geraldton B. - Kalamunda ES 111-82

Not a big story in a game in Wonthella where 10th ranked Suns (2-5) were outplayed by sixth ranked Buccaneers (4-2) 111-82 on Saturday. Geraldton B. outrebounded Kalamunda ES 44-32 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Geraldton B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Guard Johny Narkle (199-2001) had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Joshua Keyes (201-1995, college: Muskingum) chipped in 20 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Keyes attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Five Buccaneers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was naturalized Belgian guard Marshall Nelson (184-1994, college: Wayland Baptist) with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Travis Fee (192-1992) scored 19 points and 7 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. Geraldton B. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Kalamunda ES lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with five games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Geraldton B. will meet at home East Perth E. (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kalamunda ES will play against Cockburn (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: M.Nelson 21+8reb+4ast, T.Fee 19+7reb+2ast, T.White 17+2reb, R.Huntington 6+3reb+1ast, L.Thomas 5+5reb+8ast, M.Sam 5+3reb+1ast
Geraldton B.: J.Narkle 25+11reb+8ast, A.Springs 23+3reb+1ast, J.Keyes 20+6reb+6ast, V.Williams Jr. 15+5reb+5ast, L.Hunt 14+13reb+3ast, N.DeSantis 7+1reb+4ast

Perth R. - Cockburn 87-90

There was a surprise result in Northbridge where thirteenth ranked Cougars (1-5) edged higher ranked Redbacks (2-4) 90-87 on Saturday. Cockburn forced 23 Perth R. turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Cockburn made 9 blocks. American swingman Terrandus Smith (193-1998, college: Union, TN) scored 29 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and center Chan Nai (208-2000, college: Baton Rouge) chipped in 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. Smith is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. The best for the losing side was power forward Callan McDonald (203-1999) with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds and guard Lochlan Cummings (189-1995, college: HIU) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Four Perth R. players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Cougars maintains thirteenth position with 1-5 record, which they share with Albury W.B. It was Perth R.'s third loss in a row. They keep the ninth place with four games lost. They share the position with Cent.Coast C. and Newcastle F.. Cockburn will meet higher ranked Kalamunda ES (#10) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Perth R. will play against the league's second-placed Rockingham F. where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: C.McDonald 21+19reb+3ast, L.Cummings 19+8reb+3ast, M.Riley 14+5reb+3ast, J.Formosa 10+2reb+3ast, M.Muo 8+3reb, E.Kanwei 7+4reb+2ast
Cockburn: T.Smith 29+7reb+5ast, C.Nai 27+8reb+2ast, J.Hunt 18+6reb+4ast, N.Pond 8+11reb, M.Clifford 4+7reb+1ast, R.Eves 2+7reb+1ast

Warwick S. - Mandurah M. 104-87

There was no surprise in Perth where 4th ranked Magic (4-2) was defeated by top-ranked Senators (6-0) 104-87 on Saturday. Warwick S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The former international guard Elijah Pepper (193-2001, college: UC Davis) had a triple-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 10 rebounds, 11 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Todd Withers (202-1996, college: Queens, NC) chipped in 34 points (!!!) during the contest. The best for the losing side was American power forward Sam Freeman (208-2001, college: CSUSB, agency: Haylett Sports) with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds and naturalized French swingman Julian Pesava (193-1995, college: Wayland Baptist) scored 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Mandurah players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Senators have an impressive six-game winning streak. Warwick S. maintains first position with 6-0 record, which they share with Canberra B. Loser Magic keeps the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Warwick S. will meet Perry Lakes H. (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mandurah will play against Goldfields G. (#3) in Kalgoorlie and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: S.Freeman 26+10reb+2ast, L.Bertram 19+8reb+3ast, J.Pesava 19+6reb+7ast, J.Ealy 12+9reb+6ast, N.Woodall 7+3reb, J.MacDonald 2+3reb+1ast
Warwick S.: E.Pepper 35+10reb+11ast, T.Withers 34+3reb, M.Clarke 8+5reb+7ast, T.Shand 5+3reb+5ast, C.Creek 5+10reb+2ast, G.Pearl 5+8reb+1ast

Lakeside L. - SW Slammers 103-91

No shocking result in a game in North Lake where twelfth ranked Lightning (2-5) defeated bottom-ranked Slammers (0-6) 103-91 on Saturday. Lakeside L. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 26. Lakeside L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lakeside L. made 7 blocks. Forward Corey Shervill (201-1998, college: St.Edward's) had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Isaiah Lewis (185-1997, college: RWU) chipped in 25 points and 7 assists during the contest. Four Lightning players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American guard Calvin Whipple (193-1998, college: Fairfield) with 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and swingman Devan Craig (194-2003) scored 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Slammers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Lakeside L. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with HKBA Spiders. Lakeside L. will meet higher ranked Willetton T. (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. SW Slammers will play against Joondalup W. (#4) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: C.Whipple 34+5reb+2ast, D.Craig 18+7reb+5ast, J.Poplar 14+12reb+4ast, R.Evans 9+3reb+5ast, C.Richardson 6+2ast, P.Keats 3+3reb+4ast
Lakeside L.: C.Shervill 28+14reb+4ast, I.Lewis 25+1reb+7ast, A.Wilson 18+9reb+1ast, M.Garbellini 16+9reb+7ast, J.Bennett 5+2reb, I.Grida 5+2reb

Goldfields G. - Rockingham F. 106-110

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd ranked Giants' (4-1) home loss to second ranked Flames (6-1) 106-110 on Saturday. Rockingham F. made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Rockingham F. outrebounded Goldfields G. 46-34 including 34 on the defensive glass. Rockingham F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The former international guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) scored 39 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Emmett Naar (185-1994, college: SMC) chipped in 19 points and 9 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was swingman Joshua Duach (197-2003, college: Iona) with 42 points (!!!) and American guard Shaun Stewart (183-1994, college: Limestone) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Flames have a solid four-game winning streak. Rockingham F. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Giants keeps the third place with one game lost. Rockingham F. will meet at home Perth R. (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Goldfields G. will play against Mandurah (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: J.Duach 42+3reb+1ast, M.Jok 20+4reb+5ast, S.Stewart 20+4reb+11ast, D.Parsons 13+15reb+4ast, S.Morrow 8+4reb+2ast, L.Rickwood-Pitt 3+4reb
Rockingham F.: I.White 39+7reb+9ast, E.Naar 19+1reb+9ast, L.Ross 14+13reb, J.Beard 13+8reb, J.Pressley 8+7reb+2ast, R.Godfrey 6+2reb+3ast