Canterbury Rams (NBL) confirmed in their roster 22-year old guard Taylor Britt (188-96, college: Southeast CC). He played there last season. In 18 NBL games he had 3.2ppg, 1.7rpg and 1.1spg. Britt won NJCAA D2 Region IX championship title in 2016. He graduated from Southeast Community College in 2017 and it will be his second season as a professional player.
Best players of New Zealand NBL round 11 (by Interperformances) - 4 hours ago
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VENKATESHA JOIS
Australian Venkatesha Jois (203-F-93) had an amazing evening in the last round for Rangers and that's him to receive a Interperformances Player of the Week award for round 11.
The 25-year old forward had a double-double of 30 points and eighteen rebounds, while his team crushed Jets (#8, 2-12) with 17-point margin 110-93. Rangers is placed at 7th position in New Zealand NBL. The season is in a full swing, so it's only a dream for the team to make it into top half of... [read more]
VENKATESHA JOIS
Australian Venkatesha Jois (203-F-93) had an amazing evening in the last round for Rangers and that's him to receive a Interperformances Player of the Week award for round 11. The 25-year old forward had a double-double of 30 points and eighteen rebounds, while his team crushed Jets (#8, 2-12) with 17-point margin 110-93. Rangers is placed at 7th position in New Zealand NBL. The season is in a full swing, so it's only a dream for the team to make it into top half of the standings. For contrary they may face relegation if the situation turns from bad to worse. Rangers have already lost 12 games and recorded just three victories. In the team's last game Jois had a remarkable 58.3% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Rangers, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Eastern Washington University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Jois is in league's top in points (9th best: 20.4ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 11.5rpg) and averages solid 57.9% FGP.
The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was 24-year old American swingman Wally Ellenson (198-G/F-94) of Jets. Ellenson impressed basketball fans with 43 points and 6 rebounds. Bad luck as Jets lost that game 93-110 to slightly higher-ranked Rangers (#7, 3-12). Jets managed to keep the same 8th spot in the standings. 12 lost games are too many comparing to just two victories Jets managed to get this year. Ellenson is one of the most experienced players at Jets and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.4ppg (#4). He also registered 6.6 boards per game.
The third best performed player last round was American E.J. Singler (198-F-90) of Hawks (#3). Singler showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, twelve rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. Despite Singler's great performance Hawks lost 74-99 to #1 ranked Saints. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Hawks needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 11 victories and 3 lost games. Singler has a great season in New Zealand. After 14 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.3ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 7.9rpg (9th best). He also has FGP: 68.4% and 3PT: 47.3%.
Other top performing players last week: 4. Nnanna Egwu (211-C-92) of Rangers - 30 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Robert Loe (211-F-91) of Saints - 26 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists 6. Daishon Knight (185-G-91) of Jets - 35 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Mika Vukona (197-F-82) of Giants - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Daniel Grida (195-G/F-98) of Giants - 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Thomas Abercrombie (198-F-87) of Saints - 22 points and 4 rebounds 10. Jarrad Weeks (185-G-89) of Sharks - 22 points, 2 rebounds and 5 assists
The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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NBL Round 11: Saints beat Hawks in the most crucial game of the week - 19 hours ago
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Here is the last round review presented by ESL.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Tamatea. Leader Saints faced 3rd placed Hawks. Guests from Wellington (15-0) smashed host Hawks (11-3) 99-74. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Hawks. Saints dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 38 and made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Hawks 49-35 including 35 on the... [read more]
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Tamatea. Leader Saints faced 3rd placed Hawks. Guests from Wellington (15-0) smashed host Hawks (11-3) 99-74. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Hawks. Saints dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 38 and made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Hawks 49-35 including 35 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Robert Loe (211-91, college: St.Louis) who scored 26 points and 9 rebounds. The former international forward Thomas Abercrombie (198-87, college: WSU) chipped in 17 points and 12 rebounds. American forward EJ Singler (198-90, college: Oregon) produced a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Saints have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 15-0 record. Hawks at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Rams. Saints are looking forward to face Jets (#8) in Palmerston North in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hawks will play at home against Sharks (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Wellington. Leader Saints faced second-ranked Rams. Host Saints (15-0) defeated guests from Christchurch (11-3) 84-80. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Rams. The former international forward Thomas Abercrombie (198-87, college: WSU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points. Nick Kay contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Mike Karena (210-93, college: Wright St.) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds for Rams. The victory was the fifteenth consecutive win for Saints. They maintain first place with 15-0 record. Rams at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with Hawks. Saints will play against Jets (#8) in Palmerston North in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rams will play on the road against Giants (#6) in Stoke and hope to get back on the winning track. Bottom-ranked Rangers managed to get a third victory, breaking the series of eight consecutive losses on Thursday night. This time they won against eighth-ranked Jets in Auckland 110-93. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 17-point difference suggests that Rangers is in a good shape to leave the bottom place. It was a great evening for Venkatesha Jois who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 18 rebounds and 6 assists. Rangers' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Wally Ellenson responded with 43 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. Rangers (3-12) moved-up to seventh place. Jets lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. Rangers will meet league's second-placed Rams in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Jets will play against the league's leader Saints (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. The game in Palmerston North was also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Giants (6-9) played at the court of 8th ranked Jets (2-12). Giants managed to secure a 6-point victory 98-92. It was an exceptional evening for Daniel Grida who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Giants maintains sixth place with 6-9 record. Jets lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. Giants' next round opponent will be league's second-placed Rams in Christchurch and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Jets will play on the road against the league's leader Saints (#1) in Wellington and hope to win that game. The game with biggest result difference took place in Southland. Local Sharks (9-5) outscored 9th ranked Mountain Airs (2-13) 118-74 on Saturday night. The best player for the winners was Jarrad Weeks who scored 22 points and 5 assists (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Sharks' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Sharks. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 9-5 record. Mountain Airs lost their seventh game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Sharks will face higher ranked Hawks (#3) in Tamatea in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mountain Airs will play on the road against Huskies (#5) in Hobart and hope to win that game.
In the last game of round 11 bottom-ranked Airs were crushed by Rams in Christchurch 89-67.
Bottom-ranked Rangers managed to get a third victory, breaking the series of eight consecutive losses on Thursday night. This time they won against eighth-ranked Jets in Auckland 110-93. It's especially surprising that the victory came too easily and 17-point difference suggests that Rangers is in a good shape to leave the bottom place. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for Australian forward Venkatesha Jois (203-93, college: EWU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 18 rebounds and 6 assists. Nigerian-American center Nnanna Egwu (211-92, college: Illinois) helped adding 30 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Rangers' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American swingman Wally Ellenson (198-94, college: Marquette) responded with 43 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and the other American import guard Daishon Knight (185-91, college: Illinois St., agency: Slash Sports) scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Rangers (3-12) moved-up to seventh place. Jets lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. Rangers will meet league's second-placed Rams in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Jets will play against the league's leader Saints (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Top scorers: Rangers: V.Jois 30+18reb+6ast, N.Egwu 30+10reb+4ast, T.Quarterman 21+2reb+7ast, C.Lesae 9+3reb+1ast, M.Watene 8+5reb+1ast, J.Gerrand 5+2reb+2ast Jets: W.Ellenson 43+6reb, D.Knight 23+7reb+9ast, S.Temara 10+9reb, T.Samuel 8+14reb+5ast, J.Stubbins 5+5reb+6ast, T.Temara 4+5reb
There was no surprise in Christchurch where 9th ranked Mountain Airs (2-13) were crushed by second ranked Rams (11-3) 89-67 on Friday. Rams made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. Rams outrebounded Mountain Airs 53-38 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Mountain Airs' players. The best player for the winners was Australian forward Jonathan Janssen (205-95, college: Hawaii Pacific) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. The former international center Mike Karena (210-93, college: Wright St.) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five Rams players scored in double figures. Rams' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Swingman Mitchell Dance (192-1) produced 16 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Chris Early (200-88, college: Chattanooga) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the guests. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Rams. They maintain second place with 11-3 record having five points less than leader Saints, which they share with Hawks. Mountain Airs lost their seventh game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Rams will face Giants (#6) in Stoke in the next round. Mountain Airs will play on the road against Huskies in Hobart and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Rams: M.Karena 18+6reb, J.Janssen 14+13reb+3ast, A.Talma 13+10reb, C.Gliddon 11+6reb+6ast, S.Smith 11+2reb+4ast, T.Gillooly 7+1reb+1ast Airs: D.Mitchell 16+6reb+2ast, C.Early 10+8reb, A.Burton 9+3reb, O.Robertson 8+3reb+2ast, D.Raukawa 6+2reb+1ast, J.Cousin 6+1reb+4ast
The game with biggest result difference took place in Southland. Local Sharks (9-5) outscored 9th ranked Mountain Airs (2-13) 118-74 on Saturday night. Sharks made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. Sharks outrebounded Mountain Airs 55-31 including a 39-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Mountain Airs' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sharks made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Australian guard Jarrad Weeks (185-89) who scored 22 points and 5 assists (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Australian swingman Todd Blanchfield (200-91) chipped in 19 points. Five Sharks players scored in double figures. Sharks' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. International guard Derone Raukawa (181-94) produced 23 points and guard Alonzo Burton (193-93) added 17 points respectively for the guests. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Sharks. Defending champion maintains fourth place with 9-5 record. Mountain Airs lost their seventh game in a row. They stay at the bottom position with 13 games lost. Sharks will face higher ranked Hawks (#3) in Tamatea in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mountain Airs will play on the road against Huskies (#5) in Hobart and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Sharks: J.Weeks 22+2reb+5ast, T.Blanchfield 19+3reb+3ast, A.Pledger 18+2reb+1ast, B.Lucas 12+4reb+2ast, T.Vodanovich 12+7reb+2ast, D.Kelman-Poto 10+11reb+2ast Airs: D.Raukawa 23+3reb+1ast, A.Burton 17+4reb+2ast, D.Mitchell 9+3reb, A.Bailey-Nowell 8+4reb+1ast, C.Early 5+4reb, X.Shaw 5+2reb
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Tamatea. Leader Saints faced 3rd placed Hawks. Guests from Wellington (15-0) smashed host Hawks (11-3) 99-74. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Hawks. Saints dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks' 38 and made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Hawks 49-35 including 35 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was the former international forward Robert Loe (211-91, college: St.Louis) who scored 26 points and 9 rebounds. The former international forward Thomas Abercrombie (198-87, college: WSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Five Saints players scored in double figures. American forward EJ Singler (198-90, college: Oregon) produced a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Brandon Bowman (205-84, college: Georgetown, agency: David Lee Services) added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Saints have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 15-0 record. Hawks at the other side dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with Rams. Saints are looking forward to face Jets (#8) in Palmerston North in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hawks will play at home against Sharks (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Saints: R.Loe 26+9reb+3ast, T.Abercrombie 17+12reb+2ast, N.Kay 16+6reb+4ast, J.Ngatai 13+9reb+2ast, S.Ili 13+5reb+4ast, R.Te Rangi 8+4reb Hawks: E.Singler 25+12reb+4ast, B.Bowman 14+9reb, J.Kenny 10+1reb+4ast, E.Rusbatch 9+4reb+1ast, D.Prewster 7+6reb+2ast, E.Bartlett 7+1reb
The game in Palmerston North was also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Giants (6-9) played at the court of 8th ranked Jets (2-12). Giants managed to secure a 6-point victory 98-92. It was an exceptional evening for Australian swingman Daniel Grida (195-98) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Australian forward Rhys Vague (206-96) accounted for 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Five Giants players scored in double figures. American guard Daishon Knight (185-91, college: Illinois St., agency: Slash Sports) came up with 35 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and the other American import swingman Wally Ellenson (198-94, college: Marquette) added 27 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Jets in the defeat. Giants maintains sixth place with 6-9 record. Jets lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 12 games lost. Giants' next round opponent will be league's second-placed Rams in Christchurch and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Jets will play on the road against the league's leader Saints (#1) in Wellington and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Giants: M.Vukona 19+5reb+2ast, R.Vague 18+8reb, D.Grida 18+11reb+5ast, T.Harrison 18+8reb, J.Jett 13+6reb+2ast, B.Beri 8+1reb+1ast Jets: D.Knight 35+7reb+3ast, W.Ellenson 27+5reb+2ast, T.Samuel 11+5reb+2ast, S.Temara 7+9reb+2ast, T.Temara 6+7reb+2ast, J.Stubbins 4+7reb+2ast
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Wellington. Leader Saints faced second-ranked Rams. Host Saints (15-0) defeated guests from Christchurch (11-3) 84-80. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Rams. The former international forward Thomas Abercrombie (198-87, college: WSU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points. Australian power forward Nick Kay (206-92, college: MSU Denver) contributed with 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Mike Karena (210-93, college: Wright St.) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds and Australian swingman Cameron Gliddon (197-89, college: Concordia Irvine) added 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists in the effort for Rams. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the fifteenth consecutive win for Saints. They maintain first place with 15-0 record. Rams at the other side keep the second position with three games lost. They share it with Hawks. Saints will play against Jets (#8) in Palmerston North in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rams will play on the road against Giants (#6) in Stoke and hope to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Saints: T.Abercrombie 22+4reb, N.Kay 14+9reb+2ast, S.Ili 13+5reb+2ast, R.Te Rangi 12+3reb+5ast, L.Henry 8+5reb, R.Loe 6+6reb+1ast Rams: M.Karena 20+11reb, E.Naar 16+5reb+6ast, C.Gliddon 15+8reb+7ast, A.Talma 13+3reb+1ast, J.Janssen 6+6reb+2ast, S.Smith 5+1reb
Defending champion SIT Zero Fees Southland Sharks (NBL) added to their roster 26-year old American guard Brandon Lucas (193-93kg-92, college: East Central). He joins the Sharks as injury cover for Roberto Nelson (190-G-91, college: Oregon St., agency: Best of You Sports). In 2018, Lucas played for the Jets in the New Zealand NBL, averaging 11.5ppg in 18 contests. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Lucas played in the final of GAC Tournament in 2015. He was als... [read more]
In 2018, Lucas played for the Jets in the New Zealand NBL, averaging 11.5ppg in 18 contests. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others Lucas played in the final of GAC Tournament in 2015. He was also voted All-GAC Honorable Mention back in 2014 at his college time. Lucas has played also professionally in ABA (York Buccaneers). He attended East Central University until 2015 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.
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