NBL One Round 5 (Regular Season): Braves lose to Rangers

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

Round 5 in NBL One means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Dandenong where host Rangers (4-1) crushed league's leader Braves (3-1) 109-84 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Braves. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Dandenong R. made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Dandenong R. outrebounded Bendigo 47-35 including 34 on the defensive glass. Dandenong R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Bendigo helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American guard Joe Palmer (193-2001, college: Colorado St.) who scored 37 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) chipped in 27 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) produced 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dandenong R. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Bendigo at the other side dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Kalamunda ES. Bendigo will play next round against Nunawading S. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Dandenong R. will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Frankston B. in Seaford.
The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Raiders as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Raiders defeated 8th ranked Spectres in Melbourne 109-95. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American forward Trazarien White (198, college: TCU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 27 points and 9 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Brody Nunn contributed with 22 points and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Dylan Penn (190, college: Vermont) answered with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for Nunawading S.Spectres' coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Nunawading S. at the other side dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with Eltham W.. Nunawading S. will play next round against Bendigo trying to get back on the winning streak. Knox R. will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Sandringham S. at Cheltenham.
Undefeated Rollers (0-1) recorded its first loss in Gold Coast on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by leader Thunder (1-0) 106-79. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Shaun Bruce stepped up and scored 32 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Jensen Bradtke responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Rollers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Thunder left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Rollers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Logan T. will meet at home league's second-placed Brisbane C. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gold Coast R. will play against Ipswich F. (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory.

Other games of round 5 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
C.District L. was crushed by Forestville E. in Goodwood 107-72. C.District L. smashed W.Adelaide B. at home 113-88. S.Adelaide P. destroyed Southern T. on the opponent's court 118-90. Eastern M. unfortunately lost to Norwood F. in a home game 68-81. Woodville W. recorded a loss to Forestville E. on the road 66-76. Sturt S. crushed N.Adelaide R. on its own court 114-92. Winless Penrith was smashed by Manly Warr. in Narrabeen 91-49. Bankstown B. won against HKBA Spiders at home 115-104. Canberra G. managed to outperform Newcastle F. on the opponent's court 71-62. Winless Albury W.B. recorded a loss to Hills H. in a home game 90-92. Cent.Coast C. was crushed by Illawarra H. 2 on the road 118-77. Norths B. beat Sutherland on its own court 83-73. Canberra G. won against Maitland in a road game 75-73. Sydney C. outscored Penrith at home 95-56. Inner WB was rolled over Manly Warr. on the opponent's court 86-67. Mackay defeated Rockhampton in a home game 106-91. Winless Townsville H. lost to undefeated Cairns M. on the road 68-100. Winless SD Spartans lost to undefeated Brisbane C. on its own court 107-113. SC Phoenix outscored NGC Seahawks in Cotton Tree 102-72. Ipswich F. rolled over SW Metro P. at home 109-79. Winless Northside W. lost to undefeated SC Phoenix on the opponent's court 81-89. Nunawading S. smashed Keilor T. in a home game 102-83. Geelong U. lost to Diamond V.E. on the road 91-104. Frankston B. managed to outperform Kilsyth C. on its own court 106-101. Sandringham S. recorded a loss to Keilor T. in Melbourne 86-79. Ballarat M. was crushed by Eltham W. at home 60-107. Northern Force was beaten by Hobart C. on the opponent's court 89-87. Mt.Gambier won against Ballarat M. in a home game 101-99. Ringwood unfortunately lost to Casey on the road 84-101. Kilsyth C. managed to beat Waverley F. on its own court 100-87. Melbourne T. defeated Sandringham S. in a road game 81-66. Eltham W. beat Frankston B. at home 95-81. Geraldton B. won against Mandurah on the opponent's court 78-68. Goldfields G. was outscored by Rockingham F. in a home game 67-112. Geraldton B. managed to beat SW Slammers on the road 87-83. Willetton T. defeated Mandurah on its own court 97-96. Lakeside L. was beaten by Perry Lakes H. in Floreat 95-77. Lakeside L. won against Cockburn at home 73-72. East Perth E. managed to outperform Joondalup W. on the opponent's court 94-86. Kalamunda ES managed to beat SW Slammers in a home game 91-76. Warwick S. was defeated by Perth R. on the road 93-76.
The best stats of 5th round was 22 points and 8 rebounds by Luke Pfitzner of Sturt S..

Group Central

Forestville E. - C.District L. 107-72

There was no surprise in Goodwood where 7th ranked Central District Lions (2-4) were crushed by second ranked Forestville Eagles (5-1) 107-72 on Sunday. Forestville E. dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Central District Lions's 30. Forestville E. forced 22 C.District L. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) chipped in 23 points, 8 assists and 4 steals. Forward Deng Manyang (201-2007) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds and guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) scored 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Forestville E. and four C.District L. players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Forestville E. maintains second place with 5-1 record having just seven point less than leader Kalamunda ES. Loser Central District Lions keeps the seventh position with four games lost. They share it with Mt.Gambier and Lakeside L.. Forestville E. will meet Norwood F. (#5) in the next round. C.District L. will play against S.Adelaide P. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: J.Daniel 23+3reb+8ast, A.Starling 18+11reb+5ast, M.Greg 18+9reb+2ast, D.Adam 13+4reb+6ast, F.Ipassou 12+4reb+1ast, F.Jordan 9+3ast
C.District L.: K.Sapwell 17+7reb+4ast, M.Deng 16+14reb+3ast, J.Seymour 12+9reb+3ast, M.Magok 11+2reb, S.Kalani 7+2reb+4ast, H.Riley 6+2reb+2ast

C.District L. - W.Adelaide B. 113-88

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Central District Lions' (2-4) home victory over 8th ranked Bearcats (1-4) 113-88 on Saturday. C.District L. dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Bearcats's 48 and made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. C.District L. outrebounded W.Adelaide B. 45-33 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forward Magok Manyang (206-2002, college: MACU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and American forward Jaden Seymour (203-2002, college: ETSU, agency: One Motive Sports) chipped in 21 points and 11 rebounds. American forward DeSean Parsons (201-1995, college: Portland St.) responded with 22 points and 6 rebounds and the other American import center Braelen Bridges (210-1999, college: Georgia) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. C.District L. maintains seventh place with 2-4 record, which they share with Mt.Gambier and Lakeside L. W.Adelaide B. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. C.District L. will meet at home higher ranked S.Adelaide P. (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. W.Adelaide B. will play against Norwood F. (#5) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
C.District L.: M.Manyang 25+12reb+2ast, S.Jaden 21+11reb+2ast, R.Harrap 19+3reb+2ast, S.Koen 16+2reb+5ast, K.Sapwell 11+1reb+3ast, D.Manyang 10+8reb+1ast
W.Adelaide B.: D.Parsons 22+6reb+3ast, S.Sean 13+1ast, B.Bridges 13+5reb, D.Nikolas 11+3reb+1ast, K.Tom 10+4reb+2ast, A.Isaac 7+3reb+2ast

Southern T. - S.Adelaide P. 90-118

Very expected game in Morphett Vale where 9th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (1-4) were rolled over by fourth ranked South Adelaide Panthers (3-2) 118-90 on Saturday. S.Adelaide P. dominated down low during the game scoring 78 of its points in the paint compared to Noarlunga City Southern Tigers's 30 and made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. S.Adelaide P. outrebounded Southern T. 47-31 including a 35-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. S.Adelaide P. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Lloyd McVeigh (198-2003, college: Buffalo) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls) chipped in 32 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four South Adelaide Panthers players scored in double figures. Forward Che Brogan (198-2006) responded with 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and swingman Jarrod Molnar (190-1995, college: Glendale, CA) scored 20 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. South Adelaide Panthers have a solid series of three victories in a row. S.Adelaide P. moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. S.Adelaide P. will meet C.District L. (#7) in the next round. Southern T. will play against the league's leader Sturt S. in Pasadena and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: S.Jeremy 32+5reb+5ast, L.McVeigh 31+13reb+3ast, S.Yevgen 21+9reb+3ast, R.Bruton 16+5reb+6ast, K.Moir 9+1reb+7ast, D.Ryan 5+1reb
Southern T.: B.Che 22+7reb+5ast, J.Molnar 20+3reb+2ast, D.Fortune 11+7reb+3ast, M.Wugol 8+1reb+2ast, M.Koop 7+4reb+1ast, G.Brandon 5+2reb

Eastern M. - Norwood F. 68-81

Everything could happen in Mt. Barker at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Norwood Flames and 5th ranked Eastern Mavericks had identical 2-2 record. But Eastern Mavericks were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Marden 81-68 on Saturday night. Norwood F. forced 23 Eastern M. turnovers. New Zealand guard Campbell Scott (187-2004) stepped up and scored 25 points and 5 rebounds for the winners and American forward Inady Legiste (201-2002, college: Lander) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. Forward BJ Symons (-1998) responded with 15 points and 9 rebounds and Mack Schaftenaar scored 19 points. Eastern Mavericks' coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Norwood F. (3-2) moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Eastern Mavericks dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Norwood F. will meet W.Adelaide B. (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Eastern M. will play against the league's leader Sturt S. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: C.Scott 25+5reb+1ast, L.Inady 13+8reb+3ast, C.Osborne 10+2reb+2ast, M.Whittaker 9+4reb+1ast, K.Thomas 9+7reb+5ast, D.Webber 7+5reb+2ast
Eastern M.: S.Mack 19+1reb+2ast, B.Symons 15+9reb, S.Curtis 9+2reb+4ast, H.Nick 8+1reb, B.Jackson 6+4reb+1ast, M.Dylan 6+2reb+1ast

Forestville E. - Woodville W. 76-66

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd placed Woodville Warriors' (3-2) road loss to second ranked Forestville Eagles (5-1) 66-76 on Saturday. American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) stepped up and scored 9 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals for the winners and the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) chipped in 17 points. Four Forestville Eagles players scored in double figures. Forestville Eagles' coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Guard Uzoma Dibiamaka (-2001) responded with 21 points and American forward Bennett Sherry (198, college: Coe) scored 13 points and 9 rebounds. Forestville E. maintains second place with 5-1 record having just seven point less than leader Kalamunda ES. Loser Woodville Warriors keeps the third position with two games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Forestville E. will meet Norwood F. (#5) in the next round. Woodville W. will play against N.Adelaide R. in Greenacres and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: J.Daniel 17+2reb+3ast, M.Greg 16+6reb, D.Adam 12+2reb+4ast, F.Jordan 11+5reb+2ast, A.Starling 9+13reb+4ast, F.Ipassou 8+6reb+2ast
Woodville W.: D.Uzoma 21+3reb+2ast, S.Bennett 13+9reb+2ast, N.Wurm 12+5reb+5ast, M.Awak 5+3reb+3ast, M.Riley 5+2reb+2ast, L.Booth 5+8reb

Sturt S. - N.Adelaide R. 114-92

Everything went according to plan in Pasadena where leader Sturt Sabres (5-0) outleveled 9th ranked Rockets (1-4) 114-92 on Friday. Sturt S. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Rockets's 38. Sturt S. outrebounded N.Adelaide R. 46-35 including 33 on the defensive glass. Sturt S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Naturalized Maltese forward Joshua Tomasi (208-2000, college: St.Cloud St.) stepped up and scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Luke Pfitzner chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Sturt Sabres' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American power forward Burke Smith (211-2003, college: Pacific) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Oskar Jones (185-2004, agency: Crossover Management) scored 20 points and 4 steals. Four Sturt S. and five N.Adelaide R. players scored in double figures. Sturt Sabres have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Sturt S. maintains first place with 5-0 record, which they share with Norths B. Loser Rockets dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Sturt S. will meet at home Southern T. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. N.Adelaide R. will play against Woodville W. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: L.Pfitzner 22+8reb+3ast, J.Hoppo 20+7reb+1ast, T.Joshua 19+9reb+5ast, J.Rigoni 11+3reb+5ast, H.Meakes 10+1reb, J.Spear 7+4reb+3ast
N.Adelaide R.: O.Jones 20+2reb+3ast, M.Baxter 18+4reb+1ast, D.Joel 14+4reb+1ast, B.Smith 13+15reb+4ast, D.Miller 10+7reb+2ast, M.Machar 9+1reb+3ast

Group East

Manly Warr. - Penrith P. 91-49

There was no surprise in Narrabeen where bottom-ranked Panthers (0-4) were crushed by fourth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (4-1) 91-49 on Sunday. Manly Warr. outrebounded Penrith 45-32 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Manly Warr. looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Penrith's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Manly Warr. made 8 blocks. Canadian forward Emmanuel Tshimanga (213-2001, college: NM State) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winners and forward Jack Giddens (198-2003) chipped in 22 points. Four Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Forward Jack Ticic (206, college: Richard Bland) responded with 7 points and 8 rebounds and Jett Hickson scored 9 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have a solid series of four victories in a row. Manly Warr. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Panthers still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Albury W.B. and HKBA Spiders. Manly Warr. will meet Albury W.B. (#14) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Penrith will play against the league's second-placed Canberra G. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr.: J.Giddens 22+3reb+1ast, E.Tshimanga 15+14reb+3ast, Q.Slazinski 14+6reb+3ast, I.Lee 11+2reb+6ast, O.Hammond 8+4ast, E.Uadiale 8+5reb+3ast
Penrith P.: H.Jett 9+3reb, K.Simun 8+2reb+1ast, S.Brodie 8+2reb+1ast, T.Jack 7+8reb, O.Angus 7+4reb, W.Noah 4+5reb+1ast

Bankstown B. - HKBA Spiders 115-104

No shocking result in a game in Condell Park where tenth ranked Bruins (2-2) defeated bottom-ranked Spiders (0-4) 115-104 on Sunday. Bankstown B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The former international point guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 13 assists for the winners and forward Elijah Kamu (196-2005) chipped in 21 points and 9 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). Guard Jackson Smyth (190-2002, college: Santa Rosa JC) responded with 31 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Daniel Titus (203-2000, college: Coppin St.) scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Bankstown B. and four HKBA Spiders players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Bankstown B. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Albury W.B. and Penrith. Bankstown B. will meet at home higher ranked Sydney C. (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. HKBA Spiders will play against Maitland (#12) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: C.Jason 31+4reb+13ast, T.Wolfe 23+5reb+2ast, E.Kamu 21+9reb+3ast, Z.Evans 16+7reb+1ast, A.Mundine 12+2reb+3ast, A.Higgins-Titsha 12+5reb+1ast
HKBA Spiders: S.Jackson 31+5reb+5ast, T.Daniel 25+8reb+4ast, M.Brown 14+7reb+2ast, G.Daniel 10+1reb+4ast, E.Harrison 7+7reb, S.James 6+1reb

Newcastle F. - Canberra G. 62-71

Very expected game in Broadmeadow where bottom-ranked Falcons (0-3) were defeated by leader Canberra G. (4-0) 71-62 on Sunday. American guard Darnell Hoskins Jr (180-1997, college: SVSU, agency: 6th Man Basketball Agency) stepped up and scored 24 points for the winners and forward Cameron Pender (199-2004) chipped in 10 points and 16 rebounds. Four Canberra G. players scored in double figures. Naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Lewis Mason (-1999) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Canberra G. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Willetton T. and Kalamunda ES. Loser Falcons still closes the standings with three games lost. Canberra G. will meet at home Penrith (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Newcastle F. will play against BA CoE and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Canberra G.: H.Darnell 24+4reb, W.Mayfield 13+7reb+3ast, E.Wardlow 11+8reb+5ast, C.Pender 10+16reb+2ast, W.Rice 6, J.Toohey 5+3reb+1ast
Newcastle F.: R.Beisty 17+10reb+4ast, M.Lewis 10+7reb+3ast, M.Worthy 9+6reb, J.Jude 7+8reb, S.Jai 7+4reb+2ast, M.Chier 4+6reb

Albury W.B. - Hills H. 90-92

Rather predictable result in Albury where eleventh ranked Hornets (2-2) edged bottom-ranked Bandits (0-4) 92-90 on Saturday. Hills H. made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. American guard Shaun Stewart (183-1994, college: Limestone) stepped up and scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners and Edward Carr chipped in 20 points and 9 rebounds. Four Hornets players scored in double figures. American forward Kevion Blaylock (198-1994, college: William Penn) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 17 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Bandits' coach tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hills H. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Bandits still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with HKBA Spiders and Penrith. Hills H. will meet at home higher ranked Cent.Coast C. (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Albury W.B. will play against Manly Warr. (#3) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: E.Carr 20+9reb, S.Shaun 20+8reb+7ast, P.Meekness 18+2reb, S.Orsini 11+6reb+1ast, W.Benny 8+1reb, G.Majak 7+7reb
Albury W.B.: K.Blaylock 24+11reb+5ast, C.Cook 20+1reb+1ast, M.Majok 15+17reb+1ast, L.Cummings 9+4reb+3ast, C.Jacob 6+1reb+6ast, L.Spina Marcus 6+1reb+2ast

Illawarra H. 2 - Cent.Coast C. 118-77

There was an upset in Wollongong where second-ranked Crusaders (3-2) were outplayed by seventh ranked Hawks (3-1) 118-77 on Saturday. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 16 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) for the winners and American point guard Matthew Mims (183-1999, college: S.Dakota St.) chipped in 24 points and 6 assists. Five Hawks players scored in double figures. Guard Luke Cassidy (-2000) responded with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and naturalized South Sudanese center Matur Maker (208-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Illawarra H. 2 moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Crusaders dropped to the third position with two games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Illawarra H. 2 will meet at home Sutherland (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cent.Coast C. will play against Hills H. (#10) in Baulkham Hills and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: B.Todd 34+16reb+2ast, M.Matthew 24+1reb+6ast, A.Langford 12+1reb+2ast, E.Moss 11+2reb+4ast, J.Flinn 11+4reb, K.Mohamed 9+3reb+2ast
Cent.Coast C.: C.Luke 21+9reb+5ast, A.Thomas 17+5reb, M.Maker 13+13reb, R.Aaron 8+4reb, S.Jamal 6+3reb+6ast, C.Seth 5+6reb

Norths B. - Sutherland S. 83-73

Everything went according to plan in Crows Nest where leader Norths Bears (5-0) won against 9th ranked Sharks (1-2) 83-73 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Norths B. made 8 blocks. Forward Lachlan Bofinger (201-2001, college: St.Mary's, TX) stepped up and scored 28 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and guard Bailey Hanson (191-2008) chipped in 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Norths Bears players scored in double figures. Norths Bears' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Naturalized British center Jason Spurgin (211-2001, college: BGSU) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and guard Lochlan Hutchison (188-1999) scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Norths Bears have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Norths B. maintains first place with 5-0 record, which they share with Sturt S. Loser Sharks keeps the ninth position with two games lost. They share it with Goldfields G.. Norths B. will meet Sydney C. (#5) in the next round. Sutherland will play against Illawarra H. 2 (#4) in Wollongong and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: B.Lachlan 28+9reb+2ast, I.Mitchell 20+6reb, B.Hanson 15+12reb+4ast, K.Fabijan 10+6reb+2ast, M.Wacher 4+4reb+8ast, J.Weinstein 3+2reb+2ast
Sutherland S.: L.Hutchison 21+5reb+4ast, S.Jason 21+18reb, M.Bailey 13+5reb, A.Ryan 6+5reb+3ast, J.Luke 5+8reb+1ast, C.Adrian 4+4reb+2ast

Maitland M. - Canberra G. 73-75

There was no surprise in Maitland where 12th ranked Mustangs (1-3) were edged by leader Canberra G. (4-0) 75-73 on Saturday. Canberra G. made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Forward William Mayfield (196-2000) stepped up and scored 22 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) chipped in 10 points and 9 rebounds. Canberra G.'s coach used entire bench in such tough game. Forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and forward Billy Parsons (198-2001) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Canberra G. have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Willetton T. and Kalamunda ES. Loser Mustangs dropped to the tenth place with three games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Canberra G. will meet at home Penrith (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Maitland will play against HKBA Spiders (#15) in Hornsby and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Canberra G.: W.Mayfield 22+9reb+1ast, J.Toohey 13+4reb+1ast, E.Wardlow 12+2reb+1ast, G.Morison 10+9reb+2ast, C.Pender 8+7reb, W.Rice 6+1reb
Maitland M.: P.Billy 21+7reb+2ast, C.Myles 19+11reb+1ast, C.Will 14+7reb+6ast, R.Smith 10+4reb+1ast, M.Daniel 3+1reb+1ast, M.Ben 3+3reb+3ast

Sydney C. - Penrith P. 95-56

No shocking result in a game in Alexandria where eighth ranked Sydney City Comets (3-1) smashed bottom-ranked Panthers (0-4) 95-56 on Saturday. Sydney C. held Penrith to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 44.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Sydney C. forced 19 Penrith turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sydney C. made 7 blocks. American guard Ahmed Barba-Bey (190, college: FDU) stepped up and scored 20 points and 9 rebounds for the winners and his fellow American import Akil Douglas (208-1994, college: Clark Atlanta) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists. Guard Benjamin Kearins (190-1994) responded with 12 points and 5 assists and Jett Hickson scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sydney C. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Panthers still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Albury W.B. and HKBA Spiders. Sydney C. will meet Bankstown B. (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Penrith will play against the league's second-placed Canberra G. (#2) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: B.Ahmed 20+9reb, D.Akil 19+4reb+5ast, K.Obiri 16+6reb+4ast, M.Goc 8+9reb, K.Browne 8+1reb+3ast, V.Foketi 7+2reb+3ast
Penrith P.: H.Jett 14+5reb+1ast, B.Kearins 12+4reb+5ast, O.Angus 6, K.Simun 5+2reb+3ast, V.Adrian 5+5reb, P.Jonah 4+5reb+4ast

Manly Warr. - Inner WB 86-67

Rather expected game in Narrabeen where 6th ranked Bulls (2-2) were rolled over by fourth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (4-1) 86-67 on Saturday. Manly Warr. outrebounded Inner WB 49-34 including a 39-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Manly Warr. shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Manly Warr. made 8 blocks. Canadian forward Emmanuel Tshimanga (213-2001, college: NM State) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 20 rebounds for the winners and American forward Quinn Slazinski (206-2001, college: WVU) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. Five Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Forward Malok Majak (196-2000) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and guard Kwabena Brefo (190-2002) scored 10 points and 6 rebounds. Bulls' coach tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have a solid series of four victories in a row. Manly Warr. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Bulls dropped to the seventh place with two games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Manly Warr. will meet Albury W.B. (#14) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Inner WB will play against Bankstown B. (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr.: Q.Slazinski 20+7reb+2ast, I.Lee 20+3reb+5ast, O.Hammond 12+3reb+4ast, J.Giddens 12+5reb+3ast, E.Tshimanga 11+20reb, S.Valkovic 6+8reb+4ast
Inner WB: M.Majak 17+8reb+1ast, B.Kwabena 10+6reb+1ast, S.Kobe 8+6reb+2ast, R.Jasper 8+4ast, B.Louis 7+2reb+2ast, M.Henry 6+1reb+2ast

Group North

Gold Coast R. - Logan T. 79-106

Undefeated Rollers (0-1) recorded its first loss in Gold Coast on Sunday night. Hosts were rolled over by leader Thunder (1-0) 106-79. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Logan T. forced 20 Gold Coast R. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Guard Shaun Bruce (192-1991) stepped up and scored 32 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and guard Zac Triplett (196-2001, college: Portland) chipped in 23 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. Forward Jensen Bradtke (208-2004, college: Montana) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Jimmy Whitt (190-1997, college: Arkansas) scored 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Rollers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Thunder left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Rollers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Logan T. will meet at home league's second-placed Brisbane C. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Gold Coast R. will play against Ipswich F. (#4) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: B.Shaun 32+7reb+9ast, T.Zac 23+10reb+5ast, H.Marks 15+6reb+4ast, D.Callum 14+7reb+4ast, T.Howard 8+6reb+3ast, J.Hodgson 7+2reb+2ast
Gold Coast R.: B.Jensen 18+10reb+3ast, W.Jimmy 16+6reb+4ast, M.Boston 12+7reb+4ast, M.Ashley 9+2reb+4ast, D.Tidjane 8+4reb, P.Elijah 5+6reb+1ast

Mackay M. - Rockhampton R. 106-91

Everything could happen in Mackay at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Meteors and bottom-ranked Rockets had identical 0-0 record. This time Meteors used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Rockhampton 106-91 on Saturday night. Mackay dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Rockets's 50. American guard Jerron Jamerson (194-1992, college: Goshen) stepped up and scored 23 points for the winners and forward Cameron Goldfinch (201-1999, college: Newman) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. point guard Isaac Ayoubi (178, college: WTAM) responded with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and American forward Tre Williams (203-2000, college: Duquesne) scored 20 points. Five Mackay and four Rockhampton players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Meteors (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Rockets still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Mackay will meet at home SD Spartans (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rockhampton will play against SD Spartans (#11) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Mackay M.: J.Jamerson 23+1reb+3ast, H.De 17+3reb+1ast, D.Emelifeonwu 15+2reb+4ast, K.Sager 14+7reb+1ast, G.Cameron 13+8reb+2ast, G.Elijah 9+5reb+2ast
Rockhampton R.: T.Williams 20+4reb+2ast, T.Jack 16+1ast, I.Ayoubi 15+6reb+7ast, H.Brayden 11+5reb, T.Keahn 9+8reb+3ast, K.Mitchell 8+6reb

Cairns M. - Townsville H. 100-68

Everything could happen in Cairns at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Marlins and bottom-ranked Townsville Heat had identical 0-0 record. This time Marlins used a home court advantage and outplayed the opponent from Hermit Park 100-68 on Saturday night. The former international swingman Kody Stattmann (202-2000, college: Virginia) stepped up and scored 27 points for the winners and point guard Kobe McDowell-White (183-2004) chipped in 11 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists. Five Marlins players scored in double figures. Guard Ethan Betts (188-1998, college: Umpqua CC) responded with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Steven Richardson (201-2001, college: MSUB) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Marlins (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Townsville Heat still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Cairns M. will meet at home SW Metro P. (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Townsville H. will play against SW Metro P. (#12) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: K.Stattmann 27+2reb+2ast, A.Doyle 22+6reb+2ast, L.Yates 15+8reb, K.Stattmann 12+2reb+3ast, K.McDowell-White 11+9reb+10ast, J.Comino 6
Townsville H.: B.Ethan 21+7reb+6ast, S.Richardson 20+5reb, P.Richard 9+5reb, N.Max 6+3reb, C.Joshua 5+2reb+2ast, K.Chris 5+5reb

SD Spartans - Brisbane C. 107-113

Everything could happen in Brisbane at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Capitals and bottom-ranked Spartans had identical 0-0 record. But Spartans were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Brisbane 113-107 on Saturday night. Brisbane C. outrebounded SD Spartans 56-36 including a 23-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Brisbane C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The former international point guard Kai Woodfall (183-1996, college: MBU) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners and forward Jarred Bairstow (201-1992, college: UCO) chipped in 15 points, 19 rebounds and 8 assists. point guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) responded with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 10 assists and guard Isaih Tueta (187-1991) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Five Brisbane C. and four SD Spartans players scored in double figures. Spartans' coach tested eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Capitals (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Spartans still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Brisbane C. will meet at home NGC Seahawks (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. SD Spartans will play against Rockhampton and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: K.Woodfall 33+5reb+8ast, G.Papacostas 17+10reb+1ast, W.Wal 17+10reb+1ast, C.Reath 17+6reb+1ast, B.Jarred 15+19reb+8ast, B.Volkman 10+5reb+2ast
SD Spartans: W.Tamuri 33+5reb+10ast, H.Ben 18, I.Tueta 14+2reb+4ast, M.Kerle 13+1reb+1ast, B.Griffin 10+8reb+1ast, U.Andre 9+5reb+4ast

NGC Seahawks - SC Phoenix 72-102

There was no surprise in Runaway Bay where bottom-ranked Seahawks (0-1) were crushed by leader Phoenix (2-0) 102-72 on Saturday. SC Phoenix made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 NGC Seahawks turnovers. SC Phoenix looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when SC Phoenix made 9 blocks. American forward Luke Anderson (203-2000, college: JMU, agency: Haylett Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and naturalized Maltese power forward Nelson Kahler (206-1994, college: CSU-Pueblo) chipped in 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks. Five Phoenix players scored in double figures. Guard Zachery Dunmore (-2000) responded with 18 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and New Zealand forward Sean Murphy (198-2002, college: LCU) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. SC Phoenix maintains first place with 2-0 record, which they share with BA CoE. Loser Seahawks still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. SC Phoenix will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. NGC Seahawks will play against the league's second-placed Brisbane C. (#2) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: K.Nelson 18+6reb+1ast, D.Ross-Paiwan 17+3reb+4ast, K.Erik 15+3reb+1ast, A.Luke 15+10reb+2ast, D.Robateau 11+7reb+6ast, J.Birmingham 9+2reb
NGC Seahawks: D.Zachery 18+4reb+1ast, M.Sean 12+7reb+2ast, O.Connor 9+1reb+3ast, R.Cole 8+7reb+1ast, S.Jordan 8+9reb, G.Jasraj 5+3reb

Ipswich F. - SW Metro P. 109-79

Everything could happen in Booval at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Force and bottom-ranked South West Metro Pirates had identical 0-0 record. This time Force used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Runcorn 109-79 on Saturday night. Ipswich F. forced 21 SW Metro P. turnovers. The former international swingman Samuel McDaniel (198-1995, college: ULM) stepped up and scored 41 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds for the winners and point guard Jason Ralph (178-1995, college: VCSU) chipped in 7 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists. Forward Deng Mayot (201-1998, college: Cumberlands) responded with 21 points and 7 rebounds and Harrison Huber scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Force (1-0) left bottom position moving up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser South West Metro Pirates still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Ipswich F. will meet Gold Coast R. (#7) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. SW Metro P. will play against Cairns M. and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: M.Samuel 41+5reb+1ast, W.Mahoney 17+3reb+2ast, A.Lachlan 17+3reb+1ast, J.Ralph 7+5reb+12ast, M.Small 6+7reb+1ast, K.Bishop 5+4reb+3ast
SW Metro P.: M.Deng 21+7reb+1ast, H.Harrison 17+5reb+2ast, O.Amajoyi 8+7reb, B.Jai 7+3reb+1ast, K.Malachi 6+2reb+2ast, E.Brandon 6+2reb+3ast

SC Phoenix - Northside W. 89-81

Very expected game in Cotton Tree where bottom-ranked Wizards (0-1) were defeated by leader Phoenix (2-0) 89-81 on Friday. SC Phoenix looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Luke Anderson (203-2000, college: JMU, agency: Haylett Sports) stepped up and scored 22 points and 6 rebounds for the winners and guard Darnell Robateau (185-1997, college: PLNU) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. American forward Quintin Dove (197-1998, college: UT Martin) responded with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds and the other American import guard Tyler Williams (196-1996, college: San Diego) scored 18 points and 6 assists. Five SC Phoenix and four Northside W. players scored in double figures. SC Phoenix maintains first place with 2-0 record, which they share with BA CoE. Loser Wizards still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: A.Luke 22+6reb+2ast, D.Robateau 16+8reb+3ast, K.Nelson 16+9reb+1ast, D.Ross-Paiwan 14+3reb+3ast, K.Erik 14+5reb+5ast, J.Robateau 5+2reb+7ast
Northside W.: Q.Dove 33+10reb, T.Williams 18+4reb+6ast, D.McDonald 13+5reb+3ast, R.Jed 11+10reb, A.Jeremiah 4+1reb+1ast, S.Mitchell 2+5reb+1ast

Group South

Nunawading S. - Keilor T. 102-83

Rather predictable result in East Burwood where eighth ranked Spectres (4-2) outscored 10th ranked Thunder (2-3) 102-83 on Sunday. Nunawading S. made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Dylan Penn (190, college: Vermont) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 assists for the winners and guard Jack Gandolfo (-1998) chipped in 22 points. South Sudanese guard Deng Dut (193-2001, college: DBU) responded with 16 points and 6 rebounds and guard Daniel Foster (198-2001, college: Nevada) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Nunawading S. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Eltham W. Loser Thunder dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Nunawading S. will meet Bendigo (#6) on the road in the next round. Keilor T. will play against Ballarat M. in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: J.Gandolfo 22+1reb+3ast, C.D'Angelo 17+4reb+3ast, L.Owen 14+7reb, P.Dylan 13+3reb+11ast, B.Griscti 11+2reb+2ast, K.Box 10+4reb+1ast
Keilor T.: D.Deng 16+6reb+3ast, F.Daniel 14+7reb+3ast, K.Cooper 14+2reb+1ast, T.Kopa 11+6reb+2ast, S.Landon 8+3reb+1ast, B.Nicholas 8+4reb

Diamond V.E. - Geelong U. 104-91

There was an upset in Greensborough where higher ranked United (1-3) was defeated by eighteenth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (2-3) 104-91 on Saturday. Naturalized South Sudanese power forward Emmanuel Malou (206-1993, college: Iowa St.) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and guard Mirko Djeric (193-1995) chipped in 20 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. point guard Liam Herbert (182-2001) responded with 26 points and American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU) scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. United's coach tested eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Diamond V.E. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser United dropped to the tenth position with three games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Diamond V.E. will meet league's leader Knox R. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Geelong U. will play against Eltham W. (#4) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Diamond V.E.: M.Emmanuel 24+10reb+2ast, D.Mirko 20+6reb+8ast, R.Haywood 16+7reb+1ast, D.Poelsma 13+6reb+2ast, N.Todd 12+5reb+2ast, A.Bandilovski 12+2reb+2ast
Geelong U.: H.Liam 26+4reb+1ast, D.Gatlin 17+5reb+7ast, B.Lachlan 16+6reb+5ast, D.Riak 11+7reb+1ast, A.Malang 10+5reb, G.Paul 5+5reb

Knox R. - Nunawading S. 109-95

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Raiders as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Raiders defeated 8th ranked Spectres in Melbourne 109-95. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Knox R. made 20-of-23 charity shots (87.0 percent) during the game. Knox R. outrebounded Nunawading S. 55-33 including a 23-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. Knox R. players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. American forward Trazarien White (198, college: TCU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 27 points and 9 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Guard Brody Nunn (185-2002, college: Seattle) contributed with 22 points and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Dylan Penn (190, college: Vermont) answered with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Kingsley Box (196-2001, college: SUU) added 22 points in the effort for Nunawading S.Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Spectres' coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Nunawading S. at the other side dropped to the fourth place with two games lost. They share the position with Eltham W.. Nunawading S. will play next round against Bendigo trying to get back on the winning streak. Knox R. will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Sandringham S. at Cheltenham.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: W.Trazarien 27+9reb+3ast, N.Brody 22+4reb+4ast, S.Brandon 15+11reb+3ast, H.Jordan 15+9reb, W.Kobe 12+11reb+2ast, T.Dufelmeier 9+4reb+6ast
Nunawading S.: G.Jack 23+1reb, B.Kingsley 22+4reb+2ast, G.Benjamin 15+6reb+2ast, D.Penn 14+7reb+8ast, D.Christian 13+6reb+2ast, B.Daniel 4+2reb+2ast

Frankston B. - Kilsyth C. 106-101

There was a small surprise in Seaford where ninth ranked Blues (3-2) won against 7th ranked Cobras (3-2) 106-101 on Saturday. Frankston B. made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Forward Daniel Trist (206-1992, college: Lafayette) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 13 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) for the winners and American Dibaji Walker (206-1999, college: App State) chipped in 26 points and 7 rebounds. Blues' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Dillon Stith (200-1992, college: St.Vincent) responded with 24 points and 8 rebounds and guard Adrian Tomada (-1995) scored 20 points and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Frankston B. moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Kilsyth C.. Frankston B. will meet at home Dandenong R. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Kilsyth C. will play against Melbourne T. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: T.Daniel 31+13reb+2ast, W.Dibaji 26+7reb+3ast, L.Barker 24+5reb+3ast, S.Austin 12+4reb+5ast, C.Hastings 5+1reb, T.Garrett 4+2reb+3ast
Kilsyth C.: D.Stith 24+8reb, T.Adrian 20+6ast, J.Ahale 20+1reb+2ast, M.McKinney 11+3reb+3ast, J.Corey 10+6reb+3ast, C.Payton 9+9reb+6ast

Keilor T. - Sandringham S. 86-79

There was a minor upset in Melbourne where their close opponent Sabres (2-3) were defeated by tenth ranked Thunder (2-3) 86-79 on Saturday. Keilor T. made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Keilor T. had a 22-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Guard Daniel Foster (198-2001, college: Nevada) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners and forward Matthew Johns (203-1999, college: Concordia-SP) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. Elliott Brown responded with 29 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international forward Kyle Bowen (203-2000, college: SMC) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Keilor T. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Sandringham S.. Keilor T. will meet Ballarat M. (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sandringham S. will play against the league's leader Knox R. (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Keilor T.: D.Foster 16+12reb+8ast, M.Johns 16+9reb+3ast, H.Zachary 15+4reb, K.Tana 12+5reb, D.Dut 9+6reb+5ast, L.Seaman 8+8reb
Sandringham S.: B.Elliott 29+8reb+5ast, K.Bowen 17+12reb+1ast, C.Sammy 12+10reb, D.Barlow 8+5reb, K.Kaylan 7+1ast, A.CJ 4+4reb+5ast

Ballarat M. - Eltham W. 60-107

No shocking result in a game in Wendouree where eighth ranked Wildcats (4-2) smashed 15th ranked Miners (1-4) 107-60 on Saturday. Eltham W. dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Miners's 22. Eltham W. outrebounded Ballarat M. 49-29 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Forward Harrison Hornery (208, college: USC) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and American guard TJ Weeks (193-2000, college: Rider, agency: Haylett Sports) chipped in 23 points and 4 assists. Five Wildcats players scored in double figures. Canadian guard Jaden Campbell (195-2000, college: Samford) responded with 16 points and point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) scored 9 points and 7 assists. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eltham W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Nunawading S. Ballarat M. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Eltham W. will meet at home Geelong U. (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Ballarat M. will play against Keilor T. (#11) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: W.T.J. 23+4reb+4ast, C.Leonardo 20+8reb+2ast, H.Hornery 20+10reb+2ast, Z.Cunningham 15+10reb+2ast, S.Short 10+6reb+4ast, M.Mitchell 6+3reb+8ast
Ballarat M.: J.Campbell 16+2reb+1ast, N.Yak 9+4reb, L.Dent 9+2reb+7ast, C.Warren 6+6reb, H.Dyami 6+1reb, B.Brooklyn 6+2reb+4ast

Dandenong R. - Bendigo B. 109-84

Round 5 in NBL One means a new league leader. The biggest surprise took place in Dandenong where host Rangers (4-1) crushed league's leader Braves (3-1) 109-84 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Braves. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Dandenong R. made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. Dandenong R. outrebounded Bendigo 47-35 including 34 on the defensive glass. Dandenong R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Bendigo helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was American guard Joe Palmer (193-2001, college: Colorado St.) who scored 37 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) chipped in a double-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) produced 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Jarvis Doles (203-1998, college: UMBC, agency: Crossover Management) added 20 points and 14 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dandenong R. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Bendigo at the other side dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Kalamunda ES. Bendigo will play next round against Nunawading S. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Dandenong R. will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Frankston B. in Seaford.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: P.Joe 37+8reb+6ast, F.Harrison 27+12reb+4ast, S.Davidson 20, R.Ryan 9+3reb+1ast, K.Joshua 5+4reb+2ast, J.Bieker 3+5reb+4ast
Bendigo B.: B.Bayles 29+9reb+4ast, J.Doles 20+14reb+2ast, S.Billy 9+5reb+1ast, W.Dashiel 8+1ast, T.Ray 8+2reb, S.Jordan 5+3reb+1ast

Hobart C. - Northern Force 89-87

Very expected game in Hobart where 17th ranked Northern Force (1-4) was edged by second ranked Chargers (4-1) 89-87 on Saturday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Hobart C. forced 20 Northern Force turnovers. Forward Jacob Richards (200-2001) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) chipped in 29 points and 9 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Logan Gibson responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Aaron Ridley III (197, college: Cumberland, agency: VSG) scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Four Northern Force players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Hobart C. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Northern Force dropped to the eighth place with four games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Hobart C. will meet at home Casey (#15) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Northern Force will play against Dandenong R. (#3) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: D.Anthony 29+9reb+1ast, L.Rosendale 22+7reb+6ast, J.Richards 21+11reb+9ast, A.Eugster 9+3reb, J.Hay 4+3reb, P.Nick 2+2reb
Northern Force: A.Ridley III 22+5reb+3ast, G.Logan 21+15reb+4ast, S.Kye 12+9reb+6ast, D.Vincent 12+2ast, G.Aiden 8+6reb+2ast, B.Cameron 5+2reb

Mt.Gambier - Ballarat M. 101-99

There was a small surprise in Mt Gambier where seventeenth ranked Pioneers (2-4) edged 15th ranked Miners (1-4) 101-99 on Friday. American guard Collin Moore (193-2001, college: GCU) stepped up and scored 26 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 blocks for the winners and naturalized Sudanese Ngor Manyang (201-1993) chipped in 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) responded with 19 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists and Canadian guard Jaden Campbell (195-2000, college: Samford) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Mt.Gambier moved-up to seventh place, which they share with C.District L. and Lakeside L. Ballarat M. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Mt.Gambier will meet at home Waverley F. (#12) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Ballarat M. will play against Keilor T. (#11) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Mt.Gambier: M.Collin 26+8reb+4ast, N.Manyang 21+7reb+4ast, E.Saifaleupolu 21+5reb, T.Scott 13+2reb+3ast, G.Lucas 8+7reb, M.Mee 6+3ast
Ballarat M.: J.Campbell 21+7reb+1ast, B.Brooklyn 20+2reb+4ast, L.Dent 19+9reb+8ast, B.Bol 16+7reb+3ast, F.Ethan 9+4reb+1ast, N.Yak 6+3reb

Casey C. - Ringwood H. 101-84

There was a minor upset in Cranbourne where 18th ranked Ringwood Hawks (1-5) were defeated by twentieth ranked Cavaliers (1-3) 101-84 on Friday. Casey made 29-of-37 free shots (78.4 percent) during the game. Casey outrebounded Ringwood 40-24 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Casey made 7 blocks. American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) stepped up and scored 33 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Senegalese center Ibrahima Diallo (213-1999, college: UCF) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Naturalized Nigerian guard Uche Dibiamaka (193-1999, college: St.Edward's) responded with 22 points and 6 rebounds and naturalized Dutch forward Thomas Carroll (200-2003) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Four Casey and five Ringwood players scored in double figures. Ringwood Hawks' coach tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Cavaliers left bottom position moving up to tenth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Ringwood Hawks dropped to the nineteenth position with five games lost. Casey will meet league's second-placed Hobart C. on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ringwood will play against Melbourne T. (#7) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: B.Preston 33+6reb+5ast, P.Ryan 23+5reb+2ast, D.Ibrahima 22+8reb+1ast, K.Tanner 12+9reb+1ast, Y.Gai 6+7reb+1ast, J.Robinson 4+2reb
Ringwood H.: U.Dibiamaka 22+6reb+1ast, C.Thomas 15+7reb+2ast, S.Harry 15+4ast, E.Lawson 10+4reb, D.Mitchell 10+2reb, C.Brandon 6+2reb

Kilsyth C. - Waverley F. 100-87

Everything could happen in Kilsyth at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked Cobras and 11th ranked Falcons had identical 2-2 record. This time Cobras used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Mount Waverley 100-87 on Thursday night. Kilsyth C. made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Guard Jamie Ahale (196-1999, college: UIC) stepped up and scored 29 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and American forward Dillon Stith (200-1992, college: St.Vincent) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Malik Meunier (185-1999) responded with 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) scored 21 points. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Falcons' coach tested eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Kilsyth C. (3-2) moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Falcons dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Kilsyth C. will meet Melbourne T. (#7) on the road in the next round. Waverley F. will play against Mt.Gambier in Mt Gambier and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth C.: A.Jamie 29+8reb+2ast, S.Dillon 18+9reb, M.Malik 18+1reb+2ast, A.Tomada 12+2reb+3ast, P.Chris 10+9reb+6ast, H.MacDonald 5+7reb
Waverley F.: H.Gabe 21+4reb+3ast, M.Malik 18+7reb+4ast, B.Lewis 14+4reb, M.Gibson 12+2reb, M.McCarthy 12+8reb+2ast, H.Michael 4+6reb+2ast

Sandringham S. - Melbourne T. 66-81

There was no surprise in Cheltenham where 10th ranked Sabres (2-3) were defeated by eighth ranked Tigers (3-1) 81-66 on Thursday. Forward George Blagojevic (203-1997, college: Hartford) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winners and the former international guard Tom Wilson (195-1997, college: SMU) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Five Tigers players scored in double figures. Tigers' coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The former international forward Kyle Bowen (203-2000, college: SMC) responded with 17 points and 9 rebounds and guard Kaylan Kitto (191-2003) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Melbourne T. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Sabres dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Melbourne T. will meet Ringwood (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Sandringham S. will play against the league's leader Knox R. (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: W.Tom 19+6reb+2ast, B.George 17+12reb+2ast, M.Gaze 13+5reb+2ast, P.Jack 12+5reb+3ast, S.Joshua 12+8reb, W.Amos 6+4reb
Sandringham S.: K.Bowen 17+9reb, K.Kaylan 16+6reb, A.CJ 9+2reb+1ast, B.Elliott 8+5reb+3ast, C.Sammy 6+10reb, M.Aiden 5+2reb+2ast

Eltham W. - Frankston B. 95-81

The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighth ranked Wildcats' (4-2) home victory over 9th ranked Blues (3-2) 95-81 on Wednesday. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Frankston B.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Eltham W. made 7 blocks. Guard Samuel Whelan (-1998) stepped up and scored 21 points and 6 assists for the winners and power forward Zak Cunningham (195-2001, college: ECSU) chipped in 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. Forward Daniel Trist (206-1992, college: Lafayette) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds and guard Austin Shelley (190-2002, college: WTAM) scored 25 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eltham W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Nunawading S. Loser Blues dropped to the third position with two games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Eltham W. will meet at home Geelong U. (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Frankston B. will play against Dandenong R. (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: S.Whelan 21+4reb+6ast, Z.Cunningham 16+10reb+1ast, W.T.J. 15+1reb+4ast, C.Leonardo 12+8reb+5ast, H.Hornery 11+3reb+1ast, M.Mitchell 8+4reb+9ast
Frankston B.: A.Shelley 25+3reb+3ast, D.Trist 22+10reb+2ast, D.Walker 15+5reb+1ast, J.Stanwix 7+2reb+1ast, J.Blake 5+5reb, P.Henry 3+4reb

Group West

Mandurah M. - Geraldton B. 68-78

Very expected game in Mandurah where bottom-ranked Magic (0-5) was defeated by leader Buccaneers (3-0) 78-68 on Sunday. Geraldton B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Naturalized American power forward Liam Hunt (201-1995, college: HIU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners and American swingman Devondrick Walker (194-1992, college: ETAMU) chipped in 23 points. Center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Lachlan Bertram (183-2001) scored 15 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Buccaneers have a solid series of three victories in a row. Geraldton B. moved-up to third place. Loser Magic still closes the standings with five games lost. Geraldton B. will meet at home Cockburn (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mandurah will play against Rockingham F. and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: W.Devondrick 23+3reb+3ast, L.Hunt 19+15reb+6ast, J.Williams 16+3reb+9ast, M.Wundenberg 7+10reb+1ast, L.Owen 4+3reb, J.Mongoo 4+4reb
Mandurah M.: J.Perry 20+14reb+5ast, B.Ryan 19+6reb+1ast, B.Lachlan 15+9reb+8ast, M.Chad 7+3reb+1ast, M.Joseph 3+6reb+1ast, R.Mark 3+1reb+2ast

Goldfields G. - Rockingham F. 67-112

Rather predictable result in Kalgoorlie where sixth ranked Flames (3-1) outscored 9th ranked Giants (1-2) 112-67 on Saturday. Rockingham F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. International guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) stepped up and scored 23 points and 4 assists for the winners and guard Michael Harris (193-1999) chipped in 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Flames players scored in double figures. American guard Sam Vinson (196-2002, college: NKU) responded with 18 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and the other American import forward Danny Pippen (206-1997, college: Kent St.) scored 14 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Rockingham F. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Giants keeps the ninth position with two games lost. They share it with Sutherland. Rockingham F. will meet at home Mandurah (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Goldfields G. will play against Perth R. (#7) in Northbridge and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: W.Isaac 23+3reb+4ast, H.Michael 19+5reb+5ast, R.Godfrey 18+2reb, M.Burkholder 14+9reb, B.Jones 12+11reb+2ast, C.Lowell 7
Goldfields G.: S.Vinson 18+8reb+4ast, D.Pippen 14+3reb+2ast, R.Jerome 11+3reb, M.Jok 9+3reb+1ast, M.Lino 5+12reb+1ast, M.Samuel 5+2ast

SW Slammers - Geraldton B. 83-87

Not a big story in a game in Bunbury where 11th ranked Slammers (1-4) were defeated by leader Buccaneers (3-0) 87-83 on Saturday. Naturalized American power forward Liam Hunt (201-1995, college: HIU) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and American swingman Devondrick Walker (194-1992, college: ETAMU) chipped in 28 points and 7 rebounds. New Zealand forward Dante Matakatea (194-2005) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and American center Jhaylon Martinez (211-2001, college: Niagara) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Four SW Slammers players scored in double figures. Buccaneers have a solid series of three victories in a row. Geraldton B. moved-up to third place. SW Slammers lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Geraldton B. will meet at home Cockburn (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SW Slammers will play against the league's second-placed Willetton T. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: W.Devondrick 28+7reb, L.Hunt 26+13reb+5ast, J.Williams 15+5reb+7ast, W.Galvin 6+7reb+1ast, L.Owen 4, J.Baker 3+2reb+1ast
SW Slammers: M.Dante 22+5reb+3ast, B.Rhys 16+4reb+1ast, P.Gebrewhit 13+2reb+2ast, J.Martinez 12+10reb+1ast, H.Eythan 9+10reb, H.Riley 4+7reb

Willetton T. - Mandurah M. 97-96

Everything went according to plan in Willetton where leader Tigers (4-0) edged bottom-ranked Magic (0-5) 97-96 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Willetton T. made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American forward Taeshon Cherry (203-1999, college: Marian, IN, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) stepped up and scored 26 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and his fellow American import guard Bryce Johnson (193-2002, college: UMBC) chipped in 28 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists and point guard Lachlan Bertram (183-2001) scored 29 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals. Tigers have a solid series of four victories in a row. Willetton T. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Canberra G. and Kalamunda ES. Loser Magic still closes the standings with five games lost. Willetton T. will meet at home SW Slammers (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mandurah will play against Rockingham F. and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: B.Johnson 28+5reb+5ast, C.Taeshon 26+8reb+5ast, L.Burnett 18+5reb+5ast, T.Gerovich 10+10reb+4ast, T.Musumeci 7+1reb+3ast, T.Ibukunoluwa 4+5reb
Mandurah M.: B.Lachlan 29+7reb+5ast, J.Perry 26+15reb+6ast, B.Ryan 12+7reb+2ast, M.Joseph 9+1reb+2ast, C.Jayden 8+2reb+4ast, M.Chad 6+2reb+3ast

Perry Lakes H. - Lakeside L. 95-77

There was an upset in Floreat where higher ranked Lightning (2-4) was defeated by fourteenth ranked Hawks (1-3) 95-77 on Saturday. Forward Cameron Huefner (203-2001, college: SHSU) stepped up and scored 42 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds for the winners and guard Andreas Grubisa (193-2008) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. Guard Liam Patterson (188-2002, college: Mobile, AL) responded with 17 points and 6 rebounds and forward Corey Shervill (201-1998, college: St.Edward's) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Lightning's coach tested ten players seeing no chance for a win. Hawks left bottom position moving up to tenth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Lightning keeps the seventh position with four games lost. They share it with Mt.Gambier and C.District L.. Perry Lakes H. will meet higher ranked East Perth E. (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lakeside L. will play against the league's leader Kalamunda ES and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: C.Huefner 42+5reb+2ast, A.Grubisa 18+5reb+3ast, M.Bucknell 14+4reb, D.Knox 11+6reb+1ast, T.Martin 9+9reb+2ast, D.Apiok 1+5reb+1ast
Lakeside L.: I.Lewis 20+2ast, P.Liam 17+6reb+3ast, C.Shervill 14+8reb+2ast, D.Joshua 7+4reb+1ast, S.Yahui 7+1reb+2ast, K.Tyson 5+4reb+1ast

Lakeside L. - Cockburn 73-72

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Lightning's (2-4) home victory over 8th ranked Cougars (1-3) 73-72 on Friday. Forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) stepped up and scored 8 points and 15 rebounds for the winners and forward Corey Shervill (201-1998, college: St.Edward's) chipped in 17 points. Four Lightning players scored in double figures. American center Joseph Bradshaw (203-1996, college: Seminole St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and guard Josh Hunt (194-2002) scored 24 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Lakeside L. maintains seventh place with 2-4 record, which they share with Mt.Gambier and C.District L. Cockburn lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with three games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Lakeside L. will meet at home league's leader Kalamunda ES in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Cockburn will play against Geraldton B. (#3) in Wonthella and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: S.Corey 17+3reb+2ast, L.Isaiah 13+1reb+3ast, L.Patterson 11+3reb+1ast, B.Fairclough 10+6reb+3ast, M.Garbellini 10+3reb, J.Davey 8+15reb+3ast
Cockburn: H.Josh 24+3reb, J.Bradshaw 19+10reb+2ast, M.Rowan 12+4reb+3ast, N.Pond 4+6reb+1ast, F.Harrison 4+1reb, P.Jonah 3+2reb

Joondalup W. - East Perth E. 86-94

There was a minor upset in Joondalup where leader Wanneroo (3-1) was defeated by fourth ranked Eagles (3-1) 94-86 on Friday. East Perth E. made 25-of-30 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. East Perth E. had a 33-22 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when East Perth E. made 7 blocks. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds for the winners and the former international forward David Okwera (208-2002) chipped in 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Eagles' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St., agency: Crossover Management) responded with 30 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) scored 15 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Five East Perth E. and four Joondalup W. players scored in double figures. Eagles have a solid series of three victories in a row. East Perth E. maintains fourth place with 3-1 record, which they share with 6 other teams including defeated Joondalup W.. East Perth E. will meet at home Perry Lakes H. (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Joondalup W. will play against Warwick S. (#10) in Perth and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: O.David 21+7reb+4ast, M.Lat 18+13reb+1ast, A.Jonah 17+7reb+7ast, R.Max 11+6reb+4ast, D.Ioannis 11+2reb, B.Huang 6+2reb+1ast
Joondalup W.: S.Black 30+8reb+2ast, C.Turnage 15+8reb+6ast, D.Caleb 14+7reb+2ast, Y.Taylor 10+5reb+5ast, G.Ben 7+4reb+1ast, W.Jordan 6+1reb+1ast

Kalamunda ES - SW Slammers 91-76

Very predictable result in Kalamunda where leader Suns (4-0) beat 11th ranked Slammers (1-4) 91-76 on Friday. Kalamunda ES forced 19 SW Slammers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. American forward Jordan Simpson (206-1999, college: Albany St.) stepped up and scored 20 points for the winners and New Zealand guard Joe Cook-Green (185-1997, college: TxWes) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. American center Jhaylon Martinez (211-2001, college: Niagara) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and New Zealand forward Dante Matakatea (194-2005) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Suns have a solid series of four victories in a row. Kalamunda ES keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Canberra G. and Willetton T. SW Slammers lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with four games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Kalamunda ES will meet Lakeside L. (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SW Slammers will play against the league's second-placed Willetton T. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: J.Simpson 20+3reb+1ast, J.Pollock 14+1reb+2ast, H.Price 11+9reb, C.Howells 11+1reb, C.Joe 11+5reb+5ast, S.Salinas 7+1ast
SW Slammers: J.Martinez 15+8reb+2ast, H.Eythan 13+1reb+2ast, M.Dante 11+8reb+1ast, D.Gavin 10+4reb+1ast, E.Rivar 7, B.Rhys 7+3reb+4ast

Perth R. - Warwick S. 93-76

Everything could happen in Northbridge at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Redbacks and 9th ranked Senators had identical 1-2 record. This time Redbacks used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Perth 93-76 on Friday night. Perth R. outrebounded Warwick S. 45-32 including 33 on the defensive glass. Forward Nicholas Floyd (198-2002) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and American guard Sean Conway (196-2000, college: St.John's) chipped in 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Redbacks players scored in double figures. American guard Marshawn Blackmon (196-1997, college: Newman) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds and forward Billy Mcrae (198-2008) scored 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Perth R. (2-2) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Warwick S. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with three games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Perth R. will meet at home Goldfields G. (#9) in the next round. Warwick S. will play against Joondalup W. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: P.Luke 16+10reb+1ast, C.Sean 15+8reb+4ast, N.Floyd 14+16reb+5ast, M.Cunningham 13+4reb, M.Nelson 12+4reb+3ast, M.Riley 8+1ast
Warwick S.: M.Blackmon 25+10reb+1ast, M.Billy 11+5reb+4ast, E.Brody 9+2reb, C.Kye 7+1reb, C.Ellis 7+5reb+1ast, T.Jay 5