IBL Round 9 (Regular Season): Rajawali beat Rans Pik by two after a very close game

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The most exciting game of round 9 in the IBL took place in Jakarta. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of second-best Rans Pik (4-2) to fifth ranked Rajawali (5-3) 80-78 on Sunday evening. Rajawali forced 19 Rans Pik turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rajawali made 7 blocks. It was a good game for American guard Jabari Bird (198-1994, college: California) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import forward Quintin Dove (197, college: UT Martin) contributed with 28 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Jamaican center Jerome Jordan (212-1986, college: Tulsa, agency: BIG) answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds for Rans Pik. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Newly promoted Rajawali maintains fifth place with 5-3 record. Rans Pik at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Rajawali's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Jakarta to the arena Satria Muda.
Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Jakarta: Pelita Jaya (#3) and Rajawali (#5). Rajawali was crushed at home by 19 points 75-94 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. American forward KJ McDaniels (197-1993, college: Clemson) stepped up and scored 25 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals for the winners and Anthony Beane chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Quintin Dove (197, college: UT Martin) with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pelita Jaya have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Rajawali keeps the fifth position with three games lost. Pelita Jaya will play against Bali Utd. (#4) in Denpasar in the next round. Rajawali's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Jakarta to the arena Satria Muda.
IBL top team - Dewa United (7-0) added another victory to their record on Sunday. This time they beat tenth ranked Hangtuah (3-4) in Jakarta 86-78. Jordan Adams nailed 30 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals for the winning side. Zoran Talley came up with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for Hangtuah in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Dewa United have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Hangtuah lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with four games lost. They share it with Tangerang. Dewa United will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hangtuah will play against Rans Pik (#7) in Gor Merpati and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 9: Pacific Caesar lost to undefeated Dewa United on the road 95-130. Tangerang lost to Bali Utd. on its own court 70-76. Tangerang managed to outperform Satya Wacana in a road game 70-52. Satria Muda rolled over Bima Perkasa at home 86-57. Kesatria BS defeated Satya Wacana on the opponent's court 93-78. Hangtuah beat Bima Perkasa in a home game 77-61. Winless Borneo lost to Prawira on the road 78-82. Satria Muda managed to outperform Bali Utd. on its own court 101-88. Pacific Caesar recorded a loss to Prawira in Bandung 79-63.
The most impressive performance of 9th round was 18 points and 20 rebounds by Stephen Hurt of Pacific Caesar.



Hangtuah - Dewa United 78-86

IBL top team - Dewa United (7-0) added another victory to their record on Sunday. This time they beat tenth ranked Hangtuah (3-4) in Jakarta 86-78. Dewa United looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) nailed 30 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals for the winning side and Dominican point guard Gelvis Solano (185-1994, college: Merrimack, agency: BMS Sport Agency) accounted for 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. American Zoran Talley (198-1994, college: Iowa St.) came up with 27 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import center Ronald Delph (213-1993, college: FAU) added 17 points and 15 rebounds respectively for Hangtuah in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Dewa United have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Hangtuah lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with four games lost. They share it with Tangerang. Dewa United will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hangtuah will play against Rans Pik (#7) in Gor Merpati and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dewa United: J.Adams 30+8reb+4ast, G.Solano 18+5reb+6ast, K.Gemilang 13+8reb+1ast, T.Miller 13+9reb+1ast, L.Prosper 8+7reb+1ast, D.Rio 2+1reb
Hangtuah: Z.Talley 27+9reb+4ast, R.Delph 17+15reb+2ast, D.Pratama 12+3reb+3ast, S.Neno 10+1reb+3ast, N.Faust 5+1reb+3ast, F.Amir 4+4reb+1ast

Dewa United - Pacific Caesar 130-95

No shocking result in a game when leader Dewa United (7-0) crushed 13th ranked Pacific Caesar (1-7) in Surabaya 130-95 on Wednesday. Dewa United shot 62.2 percent from the field. They also forced 20 Pacific Caesar turnovers. Dewa United looked well-organized offensively handing out 37 assists comparing to just 21 passes made by Pacific Caesar's players. American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) nailed 39 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 6 assists (on 15-of-19 shooting from the field) for the winning side and international center Lester Prosper (209-1988, college: Old Westbury) accounted for 31 points and 9 rebounds. American point guard Jaylyn Richardson (189-1998, college: WOU) came up with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) and American-Canadian swingman Nick Wiggins (198-1991, college: Z*Orangeville A's) added 23 points respectively for Pacific Caesar in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the seventh consecutive win for Dewa United. They maintain first place with 7-0 record. Loser Pacific Caesar keeps the thirteenth position with seven games lost. Dewa United will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pacific Caesar will play against Tangerang (#10) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Dewa United: J.Adams 39+6reb+6ast, L.Prosper 31+9reb+1ast, G.Solano 15+3reb+11ast, D.Rio 9+1reb+1ast, K.Gemilang 9+3reb+4ast, K.Liem 8+5reb+1ast
Pacific Caesar: J.Richardson 32+7reb+4ast, N.Wiggins 23+3reb+2ast, S.Hurt 15+2reb+3ast, D.Daffa 9+1ast, Y.Yonatan 6+1ast, A.Muhammad 5+2reb

Tangerang - Bali Utd. 70-76

Rather expected game when 9th ranked Tangerang (3-4) lost at home to seventh ranked Bali Utd. (5-2) 76-70 on Wednesday. Bali Utd. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Abraham Wenas (174-1996) nailed 18 points and 7 assists for the winning side and American center Kierell Green (203-1997, college: Edinboro) accounted for 11 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks. Five Bali Utd. players scored in double figures. American guard Augustus Stone (191-1997, college: St.Thomas, FL) came up with 30 points and the other American import forward Xavier Alexander (196-1988, college: Philander Smith) added 17 points and 15 rebounds respectively for Tangerang in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Bali Utd. moved-up to third place, which they share with Satria Muda. Loser Tangerang keeps the ninth position with four games lost. They share it with Hangtuah. Bali Utd. will meet league's second-placed Pelita Jaya in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Tangerang will play against Pacific Caesar (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bali Utd.: A.Wenas 18+3reb+7ast, R.Batte 16+6reb+2ast, S.Surliyadin 16+2reb, K.Green 11+12reb+1ast, X.Cannefax 10+4reb+7ast, P.Indrawan 5+8reb
Tangerang: A.Stone 30+3reb+3ast, X.Alexander 17+15reb+3ast, G.Risky 8+1reb+1ast, A.Williams 8+2reb+1ast, R.Aprilian 7+4reb+2ast, T.Aji Habib 0

Satya Wacana - Tangerang 52-70

Rather predictable result when ninth ranked Tangerang (3-4) won against 12th ranked Satya Wacana (1-6) in Salatiga 70-52 on Friday. American players dominated the game. Center Amir Williams (211-1992, college: Ohio St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks for the winning side and guard Augustus Stone (191-1997, college: St.Thomas, FL) accounted for 19 points and 4 assists. Tyree Robinson (196-1995, college: A&M-Commerce) came up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and center Mikey Henn (202-1997, college: Penn St.) added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Satya Wacana in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Tangerang maintains ninth place with 3-4 record, which they share with Hangtuah. Loser Satya Wacana dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Bima Perkasa. Tangerang will meet at home Pacific Caesar (#13) in the next round. Satya Wacana will play against the league's second-placed Pelita Jaya where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Tangerang: A.Stone 19+4ast, A.Williams 15+12reb, D.Ray 14+3reb+2ast, X.Alexander 7+6reb+7ast, R.Teddy 6+11reb+1ast, M.Fabio 4+1reb
Satya Wacana: T.Robinson 21+11reb+1ast, M.Henn 11+11reb+3ast, R.Yehezkiel 7+2reb, F.Rexy 3, B.Calvin 3+5reb+4ast, H.Lakay 2+3reb+1ast

Satria Muda - Bima Perkasa 86-57

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Bima Perkasa (1-6) was outscored by sixth ranked Satria Muda (5-2) in Jakarta 86-57 on Friday. Satria Muda dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Bima Perkasa's 30. Satria Muda forced 22 Bima Perkasa turnovers and outrebounded them 49-35 including 35 on the defensive glass. Satria Muda looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Bima Perkasa's players. American players dominated the game. Forward Myke Henry (198-1992, college: DePaul) nailed 21 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and center Jarred Shaw (211-1990, college: Utah St.) accounted for 18 points and 6 rebounds. Brandis Raley-Ross (189-1987, college: S.Carolina) came up with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Garrius Holloman (198, college: BCU, agency: Diamond Sports) added 10 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Bima Perkasa in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Satria Muda. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Bali Utd. Bima Perkasa lost their third game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Satya Wacana. Satria Muda's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Jakarta Rajawali.
Top scorers:
Satria Muda: M.Henry 21+6reb+3ast, J.Shaw 18+6reb+1ast, A.Ali 11+6reb, J.Kokodiputra 8+4reb, A.Grahita 7+2reb+2ast, D.Dame 7+12reb+3ast
Bima Perkasa: B.Raley-Ross 15+9reb+4ast, G.Holloman 10+12reb+2ast, K.Avin 9+2reb+1ast, F.Perez 8+4reb+1ast, D.Joseph 7+3reb+1ast, M.Muhammad 3

Satya Wacana - Kesatria BS 78-93

Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Kesatria BS (4-1) defeated 12th ranked Satya Wacana (1-6) in Salatiga 93-78 on Saturday. Kesatria BS forced 19 Satya Wacana turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American players dominated the game. Center Taylor Johns (197, college: UC Riverside) nailed a double-double by scoring 26 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Kentrell Barkley (194-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) accounted for 30 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Tyree Robinson (196-1995, college: A&M-Commerce) came up with a double-double by scoring 39 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds and center Mikey Henn (202-1997, college: Penn St.) added 20 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Satya Wacana in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Kesatria BS. They moved-up to sixth place. Loser Satya Wacana dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Bima Perkasa. Kesatria BS will meet Bima Perkasa (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Satya Wacana will play against the league's second-placed Pelita Jaya in Jakarta and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Kesatria BS: K.Barkley 30+10reb+3ast, T.Johns 26+13reb+5ast, A.Adrianno 11+1reb+3ast, A.Rorimpandey 6+3reb+5ast, L.Esha 5+2reb+1ast, F.Purwoko 5+6reb
Satya Wacana: T.Robinson 39+11reb+3ast, M.Henn 20+10reb+2ast, B.Calvin 9+1reb+4ast, P.Randy 3+1reb, R.Yehezkiel 3+2ast, S.Kevin 2

Hangtuah - Bima Perkasa 77-61

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Bima Perkasa's (1-6) road loss to tenth ranked Hangtuah (3-4) in Jakarta 61-77 on Saturday. Hangtuah had a 36-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hangtuah made 8 blocks. American players dominated the game. Zoran Talley (198-1994, college: Iowa St.) nailed 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) for the winning side and center Ronald Delph (213-1993, college: FAU) accounted for 11 points, 11 rebounds and 6 blocks. Talley is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Hangtuah players scored in double figures. Brandis Raley-Ross (189-1987, college: S.Carolina) came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and forward Garrius Holloman (198, college: BCU, agency: Diamond Sports) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Bima Perkasa in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Hangtuah moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Tangerang. Bima Perkasa lost their third game in a row. They keep the eleventh position with six games lost. They share it with Satya Wacana. Hangtuah will meet higher ranked Rans Pik (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bima Perkasa will play against Kesatria BS (#6) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Hangtuah: Z.Talley 23+8reb+3ast, N.Faust 14+5reb+1ast, R.Delph 11+11reb+1ast, F.Amir 11+4reb+3ast, G.Saputra 9+3reb+1ast, S.Neno 4+2reb+2ast
Bima Perkasa: G.Holloman 16+6reb+3ast, B.Raley-Ross 15+11reb+3ast, K.Avin 12+5reb+1ast, R.Purnomo 7, F.Perez 4+4reb, A.Mustofa 3+1reb

Prawira - Borneo 82-78

No shocking result in a game when ninth ranked Prawira (4-3) beat bottom-ranked Borneo (0-7) in Bandung 82-78 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Prawira made 23-of-30 free shots (76.7 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American Antonio Hester (199-1990, college: Mobile, AL) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side and Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) accounted for 16 points and 5 rebounds. Hester is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American forward Steve Taylor Jr. (206-1993, college: Toledo) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and the other American import guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) added 25 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Borneo in the defeat. Four Borneo players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Defending champion moved-up to eighth place. Borneo lost their seventh game in a row. They still close the standings with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Prawira: B.Francis 16+5reb+1ast, A.Hester 16+13reb+3ast, Y.Saputera 15+3reb+2ast, J.Gist 8+6reb+5ast, G.Muhammad Fhirdan 8+2ast, H.Abraham 6+1reb+1ast
Borneo: M.Qualls 25+5reb+3ast, J.Johnson 16+11reb+3ast, S.Agam 13+3reb+2ast, S.Taylor Jr. 12+15reb+7ast, S.Rondonuwu 3+2reb+4ast, V.Wuwungan 3+2reb+1ast

Rajawali - Pelita Jaya 75-94

Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Jakarta: Pelita Jaya (#3) and Rajawali (#5). Rajawali was crushed at home by 19 points 75-94 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Pelita Jaya forced 25 Rajawali turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. American forward KJ McDaniels (197-1993, college: Clemson) stepped up and scored 25 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals for the winners and the former international guard Anthony Beane (188-1994, college: SIU, agency: Pensack Sports) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Quintin Dove (197, college: UT Martin) with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import guard Jabari Bird (198-1994, college: California) scored 27 points. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pelita Jaya have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Rajawali keeps the fifth position with three games lost. Pelita Jaya will play against Bali Utd. (#4) in Denpasar in the next round. Rajawali's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Jakarta to the arena Satria Muda.
Top scorers:
Pelita Jaya: K.McDaniels 25+7reb+5ast, T.Robinson 15+4reb+2ast, A.Beane 13+5reb+4ast, M.Richardson 9+4reb+3ast, M.Guntara 9+2reb, A.Dhyaksa 7+2reb+2ast
Rajawali: J.Bird 27+3reb+1ast, Q.Dove 21+11reb+2ast, W.Lewis 10+11reb+1ast, R.Pamungkas 9+1reb+7ast, M.Ryan 5+3ast, T.Hendra 3+2reb+4ast

Rajawali - Rans Pik 80-78

The most exciting game of round 9 in the IBL took place in Jakarta. This derby game ended with only two-point defeat on the road of second-best Rans Pik (4-2) to fifth ranked Rajawali (5-3) 80-78 on Sunday evening. Rajawali forced 19 Rans Pik turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rajawali made 7 blocks. It was a good game for American guard Jabari Bird (198-1994, college: California) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import forward Quintin Dove (197, college: UT Martin) contributed with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Jamaican center Jerome Jordan (212-1986, college: Tulsa, agency: BIG) answered with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds and Dutch-British guard Devon Van Oostrum (190-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) added 13 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists in the effort for Rans Pik. Four Rans Pik players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Newly promoted Rajawali maintains fifth place with 5-3 record. Rans Pik at the other side dropped to the seventh position with two games lost. Rajawali's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Jakarta to the arena Satria Muda.
Top scorers:
Rajawali: Q.Dove 28+12reb+3ast, J.Bird 28+13reb+4ast, W.Christopher 8+4reb+2ast, M.Ryan 8+1reb+4ast, T.Hendra 5+2reb+4ast, W.Lewis 3+9reb+2ast
Rans Pik: J.Jordan 21+12reb, L.Nash 14+8reb+4ast, D.Van Oostrum 13+8reb+11ast, J.Caldwell 12+2reb+1ast, S.Daniel 8+3reb+4ast, S.Althof 6+1ast

Satria Muda - Bali Utd. 101-88

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Bali Utd.'s (5-2) road loss to sixth ranked Satria Muda (5-2) in Jakarta 88-101 on Sunday. Satria Muda outrebounded Bali Utd. 47-34 including 33 on the defensive glass. Satria Muda looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American players dominated the game. Forward Myke Henry (198-1992, college: DePaul) nailed 23 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Trey Davis (180-1993, college: UMass) accounted for 20 points. Center Kierell Green (203-1997, college: Edinboro) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 15 rebounds and forward Xavier Cannefax (184-1989, college: WPU, agency: Interperformances) added 16 points and 5 assists respectively for Bali Utd. in the defeat. Five Satria Muda and four Bali Utd. players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Satria Muda. They moved-up to third place, which they share with defeated Bali Utd. Satria Muda's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Jakarta Rajawali.
Top scorers:
Satria Muda: M.Henry 23+6reb+3ast, T.Davis 20+4reb+3ast, J.Shaw 18+4reb+1ast, A.Grahita 13+4reb+3ast, D.Dame 11+9reb, J.Kokodiputra 8+3reb
Bali Utd.: K.Green 22+15reb+1ast, A.Wenas 16+1reb+2ast, X.Cannefax 16+3reb+5ast, R.Batte 15+5reb+2ast, P.Rico 7+2reb+1ast, P.Indrawan 5+2reb+1ast

Prawira - Pacific Caesar 79-63

Rather predictable result when ninth ranked Prawira (4-3) won against 13th ranked Pacific Caesar (1-7) in Bandung 79-63 on Sunday. Prawira looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American Antonio Hester (199-1990, college: Mobile, AL) nailed a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) accounted for 20 points and 5 rebounds. Worth to mention Hester played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. American forward Stephen Hurt (211-1993, college: Kansas St.) came up with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 20 rebounds and the other American import point guard Jaylyn Richardson (189-1998, college: WOU) added 21 points and 8 assists (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!) respectively for Pacific Caesar in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion moved-up to eighth place. Loser Pacific Caesar keeps the thirteenth position with seven games lost. Prawira will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pacific Caesar will play against Tangerang (#10) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Prawira: B.Francis 20+5reb+1ast, A.Hester 17+12reb+4ast, Y.Saputera 12+3reb+5ast, S.Kurniawan 9+1ast, J.Gist 7+4reb+5ast, I.Muhammad 6+1reb
Pacific Caesar: J.Richardson 21+4reb+8ast, S.Hurt 18+20reb+2ast, N.Wiggins 10+2reb+1ast, P.Dio 9, Y.Yonatan 3+2reb, W.Gregorio 2+2reb