The Davis' Reports: UBA MVP Race - Feb 21, 2012 (by Michael Davis)
UBA MVP Race:Michael Davis Reports:With the league now at the half way point we will now take the time to review the top candidates for the 2011-2012 MVP as I have them ranked. Freddie Williams (6'2''-G-87, college: Clayton St.) (24.0 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 3.5APG)Davis Breakdown:Freddie Williams (6'2''-G-87, college: Clayton St.) was the sixth man in his UBA rookie campaign for the 2010-11 Southern Generals but he has definitely taken advantage of his new role on his new team [read more]
UBA MVP Race: Michael Davis Reports:
With the league now at the half way point we will now take the time to review the top candidates for the 2011-2012 MVP as I have them ranked.
Freddie Williams (6'2''-G-87, college: Clayton St.) (24.0 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 3.5APG) Davis Breakdown: Freddie Williams (6'2''-G-87, college: Clayton St.) was the sixth man in his UBA rookie campaign for the 2010-11 Southern Generals but he has definitely taken advantage of his new role on his new team. Now starting Williams, former UBA Finals MVP of the 2011 Southern Generals, has put together a monstrous year with the GIE Morrow Disciples. He is currently 2nd in the league in scoring averaging 24 points a game and leads the league in steals with average of 4.7 per contest. At this rate, he could also be in the running for Defensive Player of Year.well see. But we all know now that Freddie Williams (6'2''-G-87, college: Clayton St.) has transformed himself into one of the leagues top guard in the 2011-12 UBA season.
Will Morning (6'7''-F, college: McNeese St.) (19.4 PPG, 11.3 RPG, 2.0 BPG) Davis Breakdown: Will Morning (6'7''-F, college: McNeese St.) has been one of the best Centers in UBA since hes been drafted out of McNeese St. to the Central Texas Cyclones. Morning is a complete player at his position. He possesses great ball skills, footwork, post-moves, and a very consistent mid-range jumper. Upon being exceptionally polished on the offensive end; hes definitely a defensive force in the middle. The Cyclones BIG Man is currently 4th in the UBA with 11.3 Rebounds per Game and also averages 2.4 Blocks per Game which also ranks him 4th in the league.
Edward Horton (6'4''-G-85, college: Murray St.) (19.5 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 8.8 APG) Davis Breakdown: Considered the UBAs most complete point guard Edward Horton has put together a great year dating back to the Eurobasket Summer League in Houston, TX then signed to a club in KR Reykjavik, Iceland where he had an exceptional campaign. Hes done the same since his return to the UBA with the Central Texas Cyclones. Horton can score at will and also does a great job of getting of getting all of his teammates involved in the offense. Some say his scoring could be higher but he definitely makes up for it with his exceptional passing and solid rebounding for a PG.
Jermaine Barnes (6'5''-G/F-82, college: Atlanta Christian) (30.8 PPG, 6.6 APG, 3.7 SPG) Davis Breakdown: The 2-time reigning UBA MVP.what else can you say? Since the inaugural season Mr. UBA, Jermaine Barnes (6'5''-G/F-82, college: Atlanta Christian), has been running rampant on all comers and challengers hes faced. Barnes is as a complete basketball player the UBA has ever seen. Jermaine Barnes (6'5''-G/F-82, college: Atlanta Christian) is a leader first.then Hes an excellent shooter, scorer, passer, and a finisher on the offensive plus hes always mentioned among the top-defenders in the league. Hes been the only MVP the league has known thus far and with his play this season it may remain that way. Barnes looks to capture another scoring title with his league-leading 30.8 Points per Game and J.B. in addition is averaging 3.7 Steals per Game ranking him 3rd in the UBA. Barnes is definitely one reason the GIE Morrow Disciples possess the leagues best record.
Jonathon Avery (6'7''-F, college: IUPUI) (24.0 PPG, 12.8 RPG, 3.4 SPG) Davis Breakdown: Avery is one of the biggest prospects ever drafted in the UBA out of Mid-Major Powerhouse IUPUI. Hes played against some of the most talented basketball players in America while attending IUPUI and held his own. As a Pro, hes definitely shining bright in the UBA for the Cincinnati Slam whos #1 in the East Conference. Jonathan Avery is having a very huge season and his great play has transformed the Slam into an immediate contender in the UBA. Avery is currently ranked in the Top 5 in Points per Game, Rebounds per Game, and Steals. He does it all! At this pace, I would not be surprised if he hoists the MVP at seasons end. Stay tuned
Bradshaw leads Kings to win - Feb 20, 2012 (by Travis McAvene)
Led by Ethan Bradshaw (6'1''-G-87, college: Lake Erie), the Southern Ohio Kings defeated the Tennessee Dragons 131-113 in the East vs.South Challenge on Sunday. Ethan Bradshaw led the Kings with a season high 33 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.
Dwayne McNeal (6'9''-F/C-79) was a force to be reckoned with in the paint, putting up 20 points and 14 rebounds. Paul Mills (6'7''-F-83) added 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists [read more]
Dwayne McNeal (6'9''-F/C-79) was a force to be reckoned with in the paint, putting up 20 points and 14 rebounds. Paul Mills (6'7''-F-83) added 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. The Tennessee Dragons were led by Joshua Bone (6'3''-G-88, college: Tennessee) who scored 31points. Christian Simmons (6'5''-F-84, college: Cumberlands) added 22 points for the Dragons.
'I have a lot of respect for Coach Steve Dolan and the Tennessee Dragons, said Kings GM Charles Hughes .' The entire Dragons team put forth a solid effort and at any moment the game could have went either way. I wish the best of luck to the Dragons and I'm sure we'll see them again in the play-offs, added Hughes.
Davis and De La Cruz signed with CPN (Dominican Rep.): - Feb 20, 2012 (by David Walls)
Lorenzo Davis (6'10''-C-82, agency: Prossin Sports Management, college: Mountain St.) and Will De La Cruz (6'2''-G-80, college: Atlanta Christian) has reportedly agreed on terms of contract with CPN Pueblo Nuevo (Dominican Rep.).
Davis was currently named a UBA All-Star averaging a team best 14.0ppg and 11.0rpg. De La Cruz was with the Georgia Lions where he posted an impressive 16 [read more]
Davis was currently named a UBA All-Star averaging a team best 14.0ppg and 11.0rpg. De La Cruz was with the Georgia Lions where he posted an impressive 16.0ppg, 4.4rpg and 6.5assist.
De La Cruz was apart of the 2011 UBA champion Southern Generals and was named Usbasket.com Import Player of the Year.
Davis was named to the ALl-UBA team last season along with be named Eurobasket.com All-ESL 1st Team.
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