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
Finals MVP: Isaiah Hartenstein (6'11''-F/C-98) of Houston R. Player of the Year: Chris Boucher (6'10''-C/F-93) of Toronto R. Guard of the Year: Jordan Loyd (6'4''-G-93) of Toronto R. Forward of the Year: Chris Boucher (6'10''-C/F-93) of Toronto R. Center of the Year: Alan Williams (6'8''-C-93) of Brooklyn N. Most Improved Player of the Year: Michael Frazier (6'4''-G-94) of Rio Grande VV Rookie of the Year: Angel Delgado (6'9''-F-94) of LA Clippers Defensive Player of the Year: Chris Boucher (6'10''-C/F-93) of Toronto R. Jason Collier Sportsmanship Award: Gabe York (190-G-93) of AEK Coach of the Year: Will Weaver of Long Island N.
Rio Grande Valley Vipers clinch G-League title - 11 days ago
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Rio Grande VV - Long Island N. 129-112
Rio Grande Valley Vipers celebrated G-League title. They fired past Long Island Nets in the decisive third game of the championship series. Rio Grande Valley Vipers made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rio Grande Valley Vipers made 8 blocks. It was a good game for German power forward Isaiah Hartenstein... [read more]
Rio Grande Valley Vipers celebrated G-League title. They fired past Long Island Nets in the decisive third game of the championship series. Rio Grande Valley Vipers made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rio Grande Valley Vipers made 8 blocks. It was a good game for German power forward Isaiah Hartenstein (211-98) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 17 rebounds. Guard Michael Frazier (193-94, college: Florida) contributed with 24 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Rio Grande Valley Vipers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Center Alan Williams (203-93, college: UCSB) answered with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 21 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and guard Jordan McLaughlin (185-96, college: USC) added 22 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals in the effort for Long Island Nets. Five Rio Grande Valley Vipers and four Long Island Nets players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Rio Grande VV: I.Hartenstein 30+17reb+3ast, D.Tucker 24+5reb+3ast, M.Frazier 24+9reb+6ast, G.Payton II 17+6reb+2ast, J.Johnson 14+3reb+6ast, V.Edwards 7+8reb+4ast Long Island N.: A.Williams 26+21reb+1ast, D.Musa 24+6reb+1ast, J.McLaughlin 22+5reb+9ast, T.Pinson Jr. 16+3reb+4ast, T.Wimbush 8+7reb+2ast, T.McCall 7+2reb+3ast
Round 2 of Finals. Valley Vipers force decider against Nets - 14 days ago
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Long Island N. - Rio Grande VV 116-127
Rio Grande Valley Vipers knocked down Long Island Nets to even the championship series at 1-1. The decider is schedule for Friday. Rio Grande Valley Vipers looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Long Island Nets helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. German power forward Isaiah Hartenstein (211-98) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 13 reb... [read more]
Rio Grande Valley Vipers knocked down Long Island Nets to even the championship series at 1-1. The decider is schedule for Friday. Rio Grande Valley Vipers looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. 25 personal fouls committed by Long Island Nets helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. German power forward Isaiah Hartenstein (211-98) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds. Forward Dakarai Tucker (196-94, college: Utah) contributed with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Rio Grande Valley Vipers' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Theophilus Pinson-Jr (198-95, college: UNC) replied with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Thomas Wimbush (201-93, college: Fairmont St.) added 21 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Long Island Nets. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Long Island N.: T.Pinson Jr. 32+11reb+5ast, T.Wimbush 21+5reb+2ast, A.Williams 17+10reb+1ast, J.McLaughlin 13+4reb+6ast, D.Musa 13+6reb+2ast, T.McCall 8+5reb+1ast Rio Grande VV: I.Hartenstein 33+13reb+2ast, D.Tucker 23+8reb+5ast, M.Frazier 19+4reb+4ast, J.Johnson 18+3reb+9ast, G.Payton II 18+6reb+3ast, V.Edwards 8+2reb
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