IBL Round 5 (Regular Season): Rajawali lose to Kesatria BS

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Rajawali (3-1) recorded its first loss in Jakarta on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by tenth ranked Kesatria BS (2-1) 78-45. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Rajawali. Kesatria BS dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Rajawali's 36. Kesatria BS forced 24 Rajawali turnovers and outrebounded them 49-25 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was Kentrell Barkley (194-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds. Center Taylor Johns (197, college: UC Riverside) chipped in 20 points, 18 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Center Wendell Lewis (203-1989, college: Alabama St.) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds 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. Kesatria BS moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Prawira. Rajawali at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the third position with one game lost. They share it with Pelita Jaya and Bali Utd.. Kesatria BS is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (#14) in Salatiga in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rajawali will have a break next round.
Bottom-ranked Pacific Caesar (0-4) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 80-65 loss to sixth ranked Hangtuah (2-2) in Jakarta. American center Ronald Delph (213-1993, college: FAU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 17 rebounds. Zoran Talley contributed with 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Canadian forward Stephen Hurt (211-1993, college: Kansas St.) answered with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for Pacific Caesar. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Hangtuah went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with Satria Muda. Pacific Caesar at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Satya Wacana and Borneo. Hangtuah will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pacific Caesar will play at home against Bima Perkasa (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (0-4) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 82-63 loss to sixth ranked Pelita Jaya (3-1) in Salatiga on Saturday evening. The game was also dominated by American players. Thomas Robinson stepped up and scored 28 points and 5 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) for the winners. Isaac Asrat responded with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pelita Jaya moved-up to third place, which they share with Rajawali and Bali Utd. Loser Satya Wacana still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Pacific Caesar and Borneo. Pelita Jaya will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Satya Wacana will play against Kesatria BS (#7) in Jakarta and looks forward to get finally their first victory.

Other games of round 5 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Tangerang lost to undefeated Dewa United in Surabaya 83-101. Winless Borneo lost to undefeated Rans Pik at home 60-80. Prawira won against Hangtuah on the opponent's court 73-66.
The best stats of 5th round was 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists by Christian James of Prawira.



Dewa United - Tangerang 101-83

There was no surprise in Surabaya where 10th ranked Tangerang (2-3) was defeated by leader Dewa United (3-0) 101-83 on Friday. Dewa United made 28-of-30 free shots (93.3 percent) during the game, while Tangerang only scored ten points from the stripe. Dewa United forced 19 Tangerang turnovers and outrebounded them 46-34 including 18 on the offensive glass. Dewa United looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) stepped up and scored 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and international center Lester Prosper (209-1988, college: Old Westbury, agency: YoungGroup Unlimited) chipped in 22 points and 12 rebounds. American forward Xavier Alexander (196-1988, college: Philander Smith) responded with 24 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) and the other American import guard Augustus Stone (191-1997, college: St.Thomas, FL) scored 19 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Dewa United have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Loser Tangerang keeps the tenth position with three games lost. Dewa United will meet at home Prawira (#6) in the next round. Tangerang will play against the league's leader Rans Pik (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tangerang: X.Alexander 24+9reb+6ast, A.Stone 19+1reb+3ast, N.Besovic 14+6reb, R.Teddy 11+6reb+2ast, G.Risky 9+1reb+1ast, D.Ray 3+2reb+2ast
Dewa United: J.Adams 27+6reb+5ast, L.Prosper 22+12reb+1ast, G.Solano 19+3reb+5ast, T.Miller 14+10reb+2ast, K.Gemilang 5+4reb+3ast, H.Hardianus 5+2reb+4ast

Hangtuah - Pacific Caesar 80-65

Bottom-ranked Pacific Caesar (0-4) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 80-65 loss to sixth ranked Hangtuah (2-2) in Jakarta. Hangtuah outrebounded Pacific Caesar 49-34 including 37 on the defensive glass. American center Ronald Delph (213-1993, college: FAU) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 17 rebounds. His fellow American import Zoran Talley (198-1994, college: Iowa St.) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Talley is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Canadian forward Stephen Hurt (211-1993, college: Kansas St.) answered with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and American point guard Jaylyn Richardson (189-1998, college: WOU) added 20 points and 7 assists in the effort for Pacific Caesar. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Hangtuah went down to eighth position due to points difference, which they share with Satria Muda. Pacific Caesar at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Satya Wacana and Borneo. Hangtuah will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pacific Caesar will play at home against Bima Perkasa (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Pacific Caesar: S.Hurt 21+9reb+4ast, J.Richardson 20+2reb+7ast, N.Wiggins 8+7reb+1ast, A.Muhammad 4+1reb+1ast, P.Dio 4+4reb+2ast, P.Aven 4+4reb
Hangtuah: R.Delph 24+17reb+1ast, Z.Talley 17+10reb, N.Faust 13+5reb+3ast, F.Amir 9+3reb+2ast, P.Dandung Oneal 8+4reb+2ast, G.Gunawan 3+1reb

Kesatria BS - Rajawali 78-45

Rajawali (3-1) recorded its first loss in Jakarta on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by tenth ranked Kesatria BS (2-1) 78-45. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Rajawali. Kesatria BS dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Rajawali's 36. Kesatria BS forced 24 Rajawali turnovers and outrebounded them 49-25 including a 30-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was Kentrell Barkley (194-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 12 rebounds. Center Taylor Johns (197, college: UC Riverside) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points, 18 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Center Wendell Lewis (203-1989, college: Alabama St.) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds and guard Jabari Bird (198-1994, college: California) added 13 points 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. Kesatria BS moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Prawira. Rajawali at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the third position with one game lost. They share it with Pelita Jaya and Bali Utd.. Kesatria BS is looking forward to face bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (#14) in Salatiga in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rajawali will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Rajawali: W.Lewis 15+10reb+2ast, J.Bird 13+1reb+1ast, T.Hendra 7+2reb+2ast, Q.Dove 4+1reb+1ast, C.Manuputty 2+1ast, R.Pamungkas 2+1reb+2ast
Kesatria BS: K.Barkley 36+12reb+1ast, T.Johns 20+18reb+7ast, K.Poetiray 6+1reb+2ast, N.Saputra 6+3reb+1ast, F.Purwoko 4+2reb, S.Samuel 4+3reb+3ast

Satya Wacana - Pelita Jaya 63-82

Bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (0-4) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 82-63 loss to sixth ranked Pelita Jaya (3-1) in Salatiga on Saturday evening. They also forced 20 Satya Wacana turnovers. Pelita Jaya looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The game was also dominated by American players. Center Thomas Robinson (203-1991, college: Kansas) stepped up and scored 28 points and 5 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) for the winners and forward KJ McDaniels (197-1993, college: Clemson) chipped in 11 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Isaac Asrat (182-1997, college: LCU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) responded with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Tyree Robinson (196-1995, college: A&M-Commerce) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Pelita Jaya moved-up to third place, which they share with Rajawali and Bali Utd. Loser Satya Wacana still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Pacific Caesar and Borneo. Pelita Jaya will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Satya Wacana will play against Kesatria BS (#7) in Jakarta and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Satya Wacana: I.Asrat 18+8reb+6ast, T.Robinson 17+8reb+1ast, M.Henn 8+9reb+1ast, R.Yehezkiel 6+1ast, H.Lakay 5+2reb+1ast, P.Randy 4+2reb
Pelita Jaya: T.Robinson 28+5reb+1ast, K.McDaniels 11+14reb+5ast, B.Jawato 9+4reb, M.Guntara 9+2reb+1ast, M.Richardson 7+5reb+2ast, G.Agassi 6+9reb

Borneo - Rans Pik 60-80

No shocking result in a game in Pontianak where leader Rans Pik (4-0) smashed bottom-ranked Borneo (0-4) 80-60 on Saturday. Dutch-British guard Devon Van Oostrum (190-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) stepped up and scored 22 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and American Le'Bryan Nash (198, college: OK State) chipped in 17 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. American guard Najeal Young (195-1994, college: TxWes) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds and the former international guard Jamarr Johnson (198, college: Widener) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Rans Pik have a solid series of four victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader. Loser Borneo still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Satya Wacana and Pacific Caesar. Rans Pik will meet Tangerang (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Borneo will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Borneo: N.Young 24+10reb+1ast, J.Johnson 10+10reb+1ast, T.Leonard 10+5reb+3ast, S.Rondonuwu 8+3reb+3ast, R.Shariputra 5+4reb, S.Agam 3+1reb+3ast
Rans Pik: D.Van Oostrum 22+8reb+9ast, L.Nash 17+11reb+7ast, S.Althof 9+1reb, S.Daniel 9+1reb, M.Dunbar 8+3reb+1ast, J.Jordan 5+10reb+1ast

Hangtuah - Prawira 66-73

There was a minor upset in Jakarta where 6th ranked Hangtuah (2-2) was defeated by ninth ranked Prawira (2-1) 73-66 on Saturday. American players dominated the game. Point guard Christian James (194-1996, college: Oklahoma) stepped up and scored 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners and Dane Miller (198, college: Rutgers) chipped in 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Miller is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Four Prawira players scored in double figures. Zoran Talley (198-1994, college: Iowa St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Nick Faust (197, college: LBSU) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Kesatria BS. Loser Hangtuah dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with Satria Muda. Prawira will meet league's second-placed Dewa United in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hangtuah will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Hangtuah: N.Faust 19+5reb, Z.Talley 16+11reb+4ast, D.Wenas 11+3reb, F.Amir 8+6reb+6ast, R.Delph 7+3reb, D.Pratama 3+5reb+1ast
Prawira: C.James 16+8reb+5ast, J.Jucikas 15+7reb+2ast, Y.Saputera 15+4reb+3ast, D.Miller 12+10reb+4ast, H.Abraham 6+3reb+1ast, I.Muhammad 3+1reb