The most crucial game of the last day was a loss of Magic (20-12) in Lakeland on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by Kings (20-12) 101-99. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Magic. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Kings made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Magic 52-41 including 16 on the offensive glass. Kings looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Nigerian forward Daniel Ochefu (211-93, college: Villanova) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds. South Sudanese Wenyen Gabriel (208-97, college: Kentucky) contributed with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Amile Jefferson (206-93, college: Duke) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for Magic. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Kings keep a position of league leader, which they share with Lakeland M. and Raptors 905. An interesting game for OKC Blue (25-9) which hosted in Oklahoma City second-ranked Sioux Falls Skyforce (22-14). First ranked OKC Blue managed to get a 13-point victory 130-117. It was a great evening for swingman Deonte Burton (193-94, college: Iowa St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 5 rebounds. Bryce Alford helped adding 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. OKC Blue's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. point guard Briante Weber (188-92, college: VCU) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 8 rebounds and 15 assists. OKC Blue have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 25-9 record. Sioux Falls Skyforce lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the second position with 14 games lost.
An interesting game for OKC Blue (25-9) which hosted in Oklahoma City second-ranked Sioux Falls Skyforce (22-14). First ranked OKC Blue managed to get a 13-point victory 130-117. OKC Blue players were unselfish on offense dishing 30 assists. It was a great evening for swingman Deonte Burton (193-94, college: Iowa St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Bryce Alford (190-94, college: UCLA) helped adding 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. OKC Blue's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Point guard Briante Weber (188-92, college: VCU) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 8 rebounds and 15 assists and forward Raphiael Putney (207-90, college: Massachusetts) scored 29 points and 5 rebounds. Five OKC Blue and four Sioux Falls Skyforce players scored in double figures. OKC Blue have a solid series of four victories in a row. They maintain first place with 25-9 record. Sioux Falls Skyforce lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the second position with 14 games lost. Top scorers: OKC Blue: D.Burton 27+5reb+3ast, B.Alford 23+8reb+4ast, R.Solomon 19+8reb+1ast, S.Hopson 16+5reb+1ast, K.Hervey 12+6reb+3ast, A.Gaddy 11+4reb+6ast Sioux Falls S.: R.Putney 29+5reb+1ast, B.Weber 23+8reb+15ast, R.Purvis 22+1reb+3ast, D.Robinson 21+5reb+3ast, C.Cooke 10+3reb+5ast, M.Lee 8+16reb
The most crucial game of the last day was a loss of Magic (20-12) in Lakeland on Sunday night. Hosts were edged by Kings (20-12) 101-99. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Magic. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Kings made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Magic 52-41 including 16 on the offensive glass. Kings looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Nigerian forward Daniel Ochefu (211-93, college: Villanova) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 16 rebounds. South Sudanese Wenyen Gabriel (208-97, college: Kentucky) contributed with 13 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Amile Jefferson (206-93, college: Duke) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Troy Caupain (193-95, college: Cincinnati) added 19 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Magic. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Kings keep a position of league leader, which they share with Lakeland M. and Raptors 905. Top scorers: Stockton K.: D.Ochefu 17+16reb+3ast, W.Gabriel 13+9reb+4ast, T.Williams 13+5reb, M.Jones 13+6reb+2ast, R.Hearn 12+1reb, C.Demps 12+4reb+2ast Lakeland M.: J.Hill 19+3reb+4ast, T.Caupain 19+6reb+3ast, A.Jefferson 17+11reb+5ast, J.Petrucelli 14+4reb+1ast, B.Angola-Rodas 9+2reb+1ast, B.Johnson 6+7reb
The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last day. The day ended with defeat of the leader and games ending by tiny margin. Here is the last day review presented by ESL.
The most crucial game of the last day was a loss of top-ranked Windy City Bulls (20-18) in Ontario on Wednesday night. Visitors were defeated by third ranked Clippers (16-19) 111-107. Clippers looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this... [read more]
The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last day. The day ended with defeat of the leader and games ending by tiny margin. Here is the last day review presented by ESL.
The most crucial game of the last day was a loss of top-ranked Windy City Bulls (20-18) in Ontario on Wednesday night. Visitors were defeated by third ranked Clippers (16-19) 111-107. Clippers looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Clippers made 9 blocks. Dominican forward Angel Delgado (206-94, college: Seton Hall) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Belgian guard Manu Lecomte (180-95, college: Baylor) contributed with 19 points and 6 assists for the winners. Guard Walter Lemon-Jr (190-92, college: Bradley) answered with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 assists for Windy City Bulls. Windy City Bulls' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Clippers maintains third place with 16-19 record having twelve points less than leader Windy City B. Windy City Bulls at the other side still keep top position with 18 games lost. Important game to mention about took place in Hidalgo. First ranked Rio Grande Valley Vipers (27-13) saved a 2-point victory at home edging their close opponent OKC Blue (25-13) 122-120 in the game for the first place. It was a great evening for guard Danuel House (201-93, college: Texas A&M) who led his team to a victory scoring 39 points (!!!) and 4 assists. Isaiah Hartenstein helped adding 22 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. Rio Grande Valley Vipers' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Forward Kevin Hervey (206-96, college: Texas Arlington) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 21 rebounds and 4 blocks. Rio Grande Valley Vipers maintains first place with 27-13 record which they share with defeated OKC Blue. OKC Blue lost fourth consecutive game. They still keep top position with 13 games lost. They share it with Lakeland M.. Fifth-ranked Herd (9-27) used its home court advantage to challenge second ranked Raptors 905 (23-14) in Oshkosh on Wednesday. The visitors from Mississauga managed to secure only two-point victory 110-108. However their fans expected easier game. It was an exceptional evening for Derek Cooke-Jr who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 19 rebounds. Nick Johnson came up with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists for Herd in the defeat. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Herd keeps the fifth place with 27 games lost. A very interesting game took place in Salt Lake City. It ended with only three-point home defeat of second-ranked Salt Lake City Stars (19-19) to third ranked Hustle (22-16) 122-119 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Salt Lake City Stars. The best player for the winners was Tarik Phillip who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Hustle maintains third place with 22-16 record having just three points less than leader Windy City B. Salt Lake City Stars at the other side keep the second position with 19 games lost. Important game to mention about took place in Greensboro. Fourth ranked Canton Charge (13-23) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Greensboro Swarm (18-19) 96-94 on Wednesday evening. SirDominic Pointer orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Greensboro Swarm's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Canton Charge maintains fourth place with 13-23 record. Loser Greensboro Swarm keeps the third position with 19 games lost.
There were no big surprises in other games of day 95: Lakeland M. beat Capital City Go-Go on the road 120-109. Texas L. lost to Iowa W. on its own court 111-121. Grand Rapids D. outscored Erie Bay H. in a road game 142-112. South Bay L. recorded a loss to NAZ Suns at home 126-130. Delaware BC defeated Ft.Wayne MA on the opponent's court 140-129. Maine RC was beaten by Westchester K. in a home game 91-109. The most impressive performance of 95th day was 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by Jawun Evans of NAZ Suns.
Fifth-ranked Herd (9-27) used its home court advantage to challenge second ranked Raptors 905 (23-14) in Oshkosh on Wednesday. The visitors from Mississauga managed to secure only two-point victory 110-108. However their fans expected easier game. Raptors 905 looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was an exceptional evening for forward Derek Cooke-Jr (206-91, college: Wyoming) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 19 rebounds. Point guard Jordan Howard (180-96, college: Cent.Arkansas) accounted for 26 points and 5 assists for the winning side. Guard Nick Johnson (191-92, college: Arizona, agency: BeoBasket) came up with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists and guard Michael Qualls (197-94, college: Arkansas) added 24 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Herd in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader. Loser Herd keeps the fifth place with 27 games lost. Top scorers: Wisconsin H.: M.Qualls 24+7reb+2ast, N.Johnson 21+9reb+9ast, B.Colson Jr. 19+7reb+3ast, R.Johnson 16+5reb+3ast, A.Hess 10+4reb+1ast, B.McCoy 7+6reb+2ast Raptors 905: J.Howard 26+2reb+5ast, J.Loyd 24+5reb+4ast, R.Pryor 18+3reb+2ast, D.Notice 15+4reb+6ast, D.Cooke Jr. 13+19reb+3ast, M.McIntosh 11+13reb
The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Magic's (25-13) road victory over second-ranked Capital City Go-Go (20-17) in Washington 120-109 on Wednesday. Magic shot the lights out from three sinking 21 long-distance shots on high 51.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Capital City Go-Go's players. Forward Antonio Campbell (206-94, college: Ohio) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 5 rebounds. Swingman BJ Johnson (201-95, college: La Salle) contributed with 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Jordan McRae (197-91, college: Tennessee) answered with 44 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 9 assists and point guard Peshon Howard (190-90, college: USC) added 17 points in the effort for Capital City Go-Go. Five Magic and four Capital City Go-Go players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Magic maintains first place with 25-13 record, which they share with OKC Blue. Newly promoted Capital City Go-Go keeps the second position with 17 games lost. Top scorers: Capital City Go-Go: J.McRae 44+8reb+9ast, P.Howard 17+3reb+2ast, D.Poirier 13+6reb+1ast, I.Armwood 10+8reb, K.Dunham 9+4reb, N.Allen 8+8reb+2ast Lakeland M.: A.Campbell 22+5reb+1ast, J.Petrucelli 20+1reb+2ast, B.Johnson 20+6reb+1ast, G.York 17+2reb+5ast, A.Brown 10+7reb+6ast, T.Caupain 10+7reb+8ast
The most crucial game of the last day was a loss of top-ranked Windy City Bulls (20-18) in Ontario on Wednesday night. Visitors were defeated by third ranked Clippers (16-19) 111-107. Clippers looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Clippers made 9 blocks. Dominican forward Angel Delgado (206-94, college: Seton Hall) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field). Belgian guard Manu Lecomte (180-95, college: Baylor) contributed with 19 points and 6 assists for the winners. Guard Walter Lemon-Jr (190-92, college: Bradley) answered with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 assists and forward JaKarr Sampson (206-93, college: St.John's) added 25 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Windy City Bulls. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Windy City Bulls' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Clippers maintains third place with 16-19 record having twelve points less than leader Windy City B. Windy City Bulls at the other side still keep top position with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Windy City B.: W.Lemon Jr. 26+3reb+13ast, J.Sampson 25+8reb+1ast, B.Sampson 18+4reb+3ast, F.Hall 13+4reb+1ast, K.Gates 11+11reb+7ast, T.Wilder 7+2ast Agua Caliente C.: A.Delgado 28+15reb+4ast, M.Lecomte 19+4reb+6ast, B.Fields 14+1reb+8ast, R.McCallum 13+4reb+7ast, M.Loving 11+5reb+1ast, D.Rodriguez 10+9reb+2ast
There was a minor upset when their close opponent Texas Legends (14-25) lost to fourth ranked Wolves (16-24) in Frisco 111-121 on Wednesday. Wolves had a 44-33 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Brandon Goodwin (188-95, college: FGCU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Point guard Darius Johnson-Odom (187-89, college: Marquette, agency: BeoBasket) contributed with 24 points and 5 assists for the winners. Four Wolves players scored in double figures. Swingman Trahson Burrell (201-92, college: Memphis) answered with 20 points and 7 rebounds and guard Nate Mason (188-95, college: Minnesota) added 17 points and 4 assists in the effort for Texas Legends. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Wolves have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain fourth place with 16-24 record which they share with defeated Texas Legends. Loser Texas Legends keep the fourth position with 25 games lost. Top scorers: Texas L.: T.Burrell 20+7reb+1ast, V.Blue 19+1reb, N.Mason 17+2reb+4ast, K.Hornsby 12, D.Ingram 10+4reb, D.Macon 9+5reb Iowa W.: D.Johnson-Odom 24+4reb+5ast, T.Welsh 18+12reb+2ast, B.Goodwin 18+13reb+4ast, H.Warrick 14+10reb+1ast, C.Williams 13+3reb+1ast, X.Silas 12
The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Drive's (19-19) road victory over 4th placed Erie Bay Hawks (17-20) 142-112 on Wednesday. Drive forced 20 Erie Bay Hawks turnovers and outrebounded them 52-40 including a 42-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. They shot the lights out from three sinking 22 long-distance shots on high 51.2 percentage. Drive looked well-organized offensively handing out 40 assists comparing to just 20 passes made by Erie Bay Hawks' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Drive made 7 blocks. Guard Marcus Thornton (193-87, college: LSU) orchestrated the victory by scoring 40 points (!!!), 5 assists and 5 steals. Guard Isaiah Whitehead (191-95, college: Seton Hall) contributed with 14 points and 8 assists for the winners. Forward Terrence Jones (206-92, college: Kentucky) answered with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and forward Alex Poythress (203-93, college: Kentucky) added 23 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Erie Bay Hawks. Five Drive and four Erie Bay Hawks players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Drive moved-up to second place, which they share with Salt Lake City S. Erie Bay Hawks lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the fourth position with 20 games lost. Top scorers: Erie Bay H.: T.Jones 24+10reb+3ast, A.Poythress 23+6reb+1ast, J.Gillon 20+1reb+6ast, J.Morris 11+8reb+1ast, J.Hollowell 9+2reb+2ast, C.Sword 8+5reb+3ast Grand Rapids D.: M.Thornton 40+4reb+5ast, S.Garner 18+3reb+1ast, M.Bethea 15+5reb+4ast, I.Whitehead 14+3reb+8ast, D.Allen 12+7reb, A.Woodbury 12+11reb+2ast
A very interesting game took place in Salt Lake City. It ended with only three-point home defeat of second-ranked Salt Lake City Stars (19-19) to third ranked Hustle (22-16) 122-119 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Salt Lake City Stars. Hustle forced 19 Salt Lake City Stars turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. 29 personal fouls committed by Salt Lake City Stars helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was British-American guard Tarik Phillip (190-93, college: W.Virginia, agency: Two Points) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Dusty Hannahs (190-93, college: Arkansas) chipped in 25 points and 4 assists. Forward Tyler Cavanaugh (206-94, college: G.Washington) produced a double-double by scoring 25 points and 15 rebounds (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) and Greek-Canadian guard Nazareth Mitrou-Long (193-93, college: Iowa St.) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Hustle maintains third place with 22-16 record having just three points less than leader Windy City B. Salt Lake City Stars at the other side keep the second position with 19 games lost. Top scorers: Salt Lake City S.: T.Cavanaugh 25+15reb+3ast, S.Branch 19+8reb, J.Lyles 17+1reb+5ast, N.Mitrou-Long 17+6reb+5ast, J.Reyes 11+1reb+1ast, I.Haas 10+5reb+2ast Memphis H.: D.Hannahs 25+1reb+4ast, J.Washburn 18+5reb+4ast, M.Crawford 17+6reb+2ast, T.Harvey 15, T.Phillip 15+10reb+7ast, Y.Watanabe 14+4reb+4ast
Important game to mention about took place in Hidalgo. First ranked Rio Grande Valley Vipers (27-13) saved a 2-point victory at home edging their close opponent OKC Blue (25-13) 122-120 in the game for the first place. Rio Grande Valley Vipers made 22-of-28 charity shots (78.6 percent) during the game, while OKC Blue only scored five points from the stripe. Rio Grande Valley Vipers had a 44-33 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. It was a great evening for guard Danuel House (201-93, college: Texas A&M) who led his team to a victory scoring 39 points (!!!) and 4 assists. German power forward Isaiah Hartenstein (211-98) helped adding 22 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. Rio Grande Valley Vipers' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Forward Kevin Hervey (206-96, college: Texas Arlington) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 21 rebounds and 4 blocks and guard Dezmine Wells (196-92, college: Maryland) scored 27 points and 6 assists. Five OKC Blue players scored in double figures. Rio Grande Valley Vipers maintains first place with 27-13 record which they share with defeated OKC Blue. OKC Blue lost fourth consecutive game. They still keep top position with 13 games lost. They share it with Lakeland M.. Top scorers: OKC Blue: D.Wells 27+1reb+6ast, K.Hervey 21+21reb+3ast, K.McDaniels 17+8reb+2ast, A.Gaddy 16+4reb+10ast, C.Wright 15+1reb, J.Leon 13+3reb+1ast Rio Grande VV: D.House 39+4reb+4ast, I.Hartenstein 22+18reb+4ast, D.Tucker 21+7reb+3ast, J.Boykins 9+3reb+3ast, V.Edwards 8+3reb+1ast, A.Rodriguez 8+2reb
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 4th placed Lakers (14-24) lost to fifth ranked Northern Arizona Suns (9-30) in Los Angeles 126-130 on Wednesday. Northern Arizona Suns made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Lakers were plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. Point guard Jawun Evans (185-96, college: Oklahoma St.) orchestrated the victory by scoring 28 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Guard DeAnthony Melton (193-98, college: USC) contributed with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Forward Travis Wear (208-90, college: UCLA) answered with 25 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals and guard Jemerrio Jones (196-95, college: N.Mexico St.) added 9 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists in the effort for Lakers. Five Northern Arizona Suns and four Lakers players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Northern Arizona Suns maintains fifth place with 9-30 record. Loser Lakers keep the fourth position with 24 games lost. Top scorers: South Bay L.: T.Wear 25+5reb+5ast, S.Machado 21+2reb+5ast, D.Griffin 16+7reb+1ast, J.Carroll 14+2reb, I.Bonga 12+3reb+3ast, J.Harper 12+3reb+2ast NAZ Suns: G.King 28+4reb+2ast, J.Evans 28+6reb+4ast, D.Melton 26+6reb+5ast, R.Obasohan 15+5reb+10ast, P.Jok 13+1reb+3ast, A.Epps 13+7reb+1ast
There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Blue Coats (15-20) defeated on the road second-ranked Fort Wayne Mad Ants (19-18) 140-129 on Wednesday. Strangely Fort Wayne Mad Ants outrebounded Blue Coats 50-36 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. Point guard Matt Farrell (185-96, college: Notre Dame) orchestrated the victory by scoring 26 points and 4 assists. Rashad Vaughn (198-96, college: UNLV) contributed with 22 points and 6 assists for the winners. Guard Rob Gray (185-94, college: Houston) answered with 28 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists and Jamaican-American forward Omari Johnson (206-89, college: Oregon St.) added 28 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Fort Wayne Mad Ants. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Blue Coats maintains fourth place with 15-20 record. Loser Fort Wayne Mad Ants keep the second position with 18 games lost. Top scorers: Ft.Wayne MA: R.Gray 28+7reb+8ast, O.Johnson 28+8reb+1ast, J.Mooring 22+3reb+3ast, I.Nwamu 16+8reb+4ast, T.Thibodeaux 14+10reb+1ast, J.Barnett 11+6reb+2ast Delaware BC: M.Farrell 26+3reb+4ast, R.Vaughn 22+3reb+6ast, J.Patton 20+4reb+3ast, D.Hogg 18, J.Brownridge 17+3reb+5ast, H.Highsmith 15+6reb+7ast
There was no surprise when 5th ranked Maine Red Claws (14-23) lost to third ranked Knicks (22-17) in Portland 91-109 on Wednesday. Knicks dominated down low during the game scoring 86 of its points in the paint compared to Maine Red Claws' 38. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Center Jameel Warney (203-94, college: Stony Brook) orchestrated the victory by scoring 18 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Billy Garrett (198-94, college: DePaul) contributed with 23 points and 6 assists for the winners. Knicks' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman PJ Dozier (198-96, college: S.Carolina) answered with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Archie Goodwin (196-94, college: Kentucky) added 17 points in the effort for Maine Red Claws. Five Knicks and four Maine Red Claws players scored in double figures. Knicks maintains third place with 22-17 record having just two points less than leader Windy City B. Loser Maine Red Claws keep the fifth position with 23 games lost. Top scorers: Maine RC: P.Dozier 22+6reb+5ast, A.Goodwin 17+4reb+2ast, A.White III 17+4reb+2ast, J.Bibbs 12+4reb+2ast, V.Brown 9+2reb+1ast, S.Jeter 5+4reb Westchester K.: B.Garrett 23+3reb+6ast, I.Hicks 20+4reb+1ast, J.Warney 18+9reb+7ast, Z.Irvin 17+5reb+3ast, S.Wiggs 13+4reb+1ast, D.Baulkman 8+7reb+3ast
Important game to mention about took place in Greensboro. Fourth ranked Canton Charge (13-23) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging 3rd placed Greensboro Swarm (18-19) 96-94 on Wednesday evening. Canton Charge looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Canton Charge made 7 blocks. Swingman SirDominic Pointer (198-92, college: St.John's) orchestrated the victory by scoring 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. South Sudanese-Australian forward Deng Adel (201-97, college: Louisville) contributed with 18 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Four Canton Charge players scored in double figures. Guard Joe Chealey (190-95, college: Charleston) answered with 27 points and 5 assists (was perfect 14-for-14 from the free throw line !!!) and guard Jaylen Barford (191-96, college: Arkansas) added 12 points and 9 rebounds in the effort for Greensboro Swarm. Greensboro Swarm's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Canton Charge maintains fourth place with 13-23 record. Loser Greensboro Swarm keeps the third position with 19 games lost. Top scorers: Greensboro S.: J.Chealey 27+5ast, T.Nelson 15+2reb+2ast, J.Barford 12+9reb+2ast, L.Petrasek 8+12reb+1ast, Z.Smith 8+4reb+1ast, S.Thompson 8+4reb+1ast Canton C.: S.Pointer 20+8reb+4ast, C.Comanche 19+7reb, D.Adel 18+7reb+3ast, S.Smith 12+3reb+8ast, J.Williams 9+9reb+2ast, M.Newman 7+1reb+1ast
Fort Wayne Mad Ants add Mooring to their roster - 1 day ago
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JOVAN MOORING Fort Wayne Mad Ants added to their roster 24-year old guard Jovan Mooring (188-93kg-94, college: UNLV). He started the season at Grand Rapids Drive (NBA G League). In three games he recorded 11.7ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.7apg this season. The last season Mooring played at the University of Nevada - Las Vegas where in 32 NBA games he averaged 13.4ppg, 3.1rpg, 3.3apg and 1.1spg. Last year he was drafted by Grand Rapids Drive (G-League) in first round (13th overall). The former Unive... [read more]
JOVAN MOORING
Fort Wayne Mad Ants added to their roster 24-year old guard Jovan Mooring (188-93kg-94, college: UNLV). He started the season at Grand Rapids Drive (NBA G League). In three games he recorded 11.7ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.7apg this season. The last season Mooring played at the University of Nevada - Las Vegas where in 32 NBA games he averaged 13.4ppg, 3.1rpg, 3.3apg and 1.1spg. Last year he was drafted by Grand Rapids Drive (G-League) in first round (13th overall). The former University of Nevada - Las Vegas standoutis in his first season in pro basketball. He was voted All-MWC 3rd Team in 2017 at his college time.
San Lorenzo cruise past Austin Spurs to finish third at Intercontinental Cup - 3 days ago
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San Lorenzo - Austin Spurs 77:59
San Lorenzo earned the third position at the FIBA Intercontinental Cup. They beat the Austin Spurs in Rio de Janeiro in the consolation final on Sunday. Dar Tucker (193-SG-88, college: DePaul) provided 20 points to pace the Argentinean side.
San Lorenzo eked out a 16:12 lead ten minutes into the game. Austin pulled within just three points at the big break 30:27. But San Lorenzo took over after the big break. The Argentinean team used a 31:18 run in t... [read more]
San Lorenzo - Austin Spurs 77:59
San Lorenzo earned the third position at the FIBA Intercontinental Cup. They beat the Austin Spurs in Rio de Janeiro in the consolation final on Sunday. Dar Tucker (193-SG-88, college: DePaul) provided 20 points to pace the Argentinean side. San Lorenzo eked out a 16:12 lead ten minutes into the game. Austin pulled within just three points at the big break 30:27. But San Lorenzo took over after the big break. The Argentinean team used a 31:18 run in the third term to clear off for good. Joel Anthony (206-C-82, college: UNLV) provided 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Jordan Green (196-G-93, college: Texas A&M) replied with 18 points and 6 rebounds for the Spurs.
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