IBL Round 32 (Regular Season): Satria Muda defeat Prawira in the closest game of the week

The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 3 rounds. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 32 in the IBL took place in Bandung. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 5th ranked Prawira (15-5) to fourth ranked Satria Muda (17-7) 98-97 in the game for the fourth place. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Prawira. Satria Muda looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. 28 personal fouls committed by Prawira helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian center Artem Pustovyi (219-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Elgin Cook (196-1993, college: Oregon) who added 23 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) responded with 37 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Satria Muda have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 17-7 record. Defending champion Prawira keeps the fifth place with five games lost. Satria Muda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Prawira will play on the road against Satya Wacana (#12) in Salatiga and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked Kesatria BS (19-4) against ninth ranked Borneo (10-14) on Sunday night. Visiting Kesatria BS was crushed by Borneo in Pontianak 93-74. Americans were the main players on the court. The winners were led by guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and Steve Taylor Jr supported him with 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 15 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists by center CJ Gettys (213-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for Kesatria BS. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Borneo have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Newly promoted Kesatria BS keeps the second position with four games lost. Borneo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kesatria BS will play at home against Prawira and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Pelita Jaya (18-4) against sixth ranked Rans Pik (14-10) on Sunday night. Host Pelita Jaya was defeated by Rans Pik in a tough game in Jakarta 97-102. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was LeBryan Nash who had a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 7 assists. James Dickey III produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Rans Pik maintains sixth position with 14-10 record. Pelita Jaya at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. Rans Pik will meet Bima Perkasa (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pelita Jaya will play against Bali Utd. (#7) in Denpasar and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 32: Borneo won against Rajawali on the opponent's court 91-88. Tangerang was outscored by Dewa United in a home game 67-97. Bottom-ranked Pacific Caesar recorded a loss to Rajawali on the road 93-87. Tangerang was defeated by Kesatria BS on its own court 93-101. Bali Utd. was beaten by Hangtuah in Jakarta 84-82. Pelita Jaya was destroyed by Dewa United at home 70-93. Satya Wacana unfortunately lost to Prawira on the opponent's court 61-78.



Rajawali - Borneo 88-91

There was a minor upset in Jakarta where their close opponent Rajawali (10-15) was edged by ninth ranked Borneo (10-14) 91-88 on Wednesday. Borneo forced 20 Rajawali turnovers. The best player for the winners was American guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds. Jamaican-American Akeem Scott (180-1983, college: High Point) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. Scott is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. American guard Patrick McGlynn (188-1992, college: URI) produced 27 points and 5 assists and his fellow American import guard Jabari Bird (198-1994, college: California) added 20 points respectively for the hosts. Five Borneo and four Rajawali players scored in double figures. Borneo have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Rajawali lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with 15 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Rajawali: P.McGlynn 27+1reb+5ast, J.Bird 20+3reb+3ast, H.Thio 11+3reb+7ast, J.Zohore 11+13reb, J.Wongso 10+4reb+1ast, R.Pamungkas 7+3reb+7ast
Borneo: A.Scott 26+2reb+4ast, M.Qualls 22+13reb+3ast, M.Daffa 17+3reb+2ast, S.Taylor Jr. 15+9reb+7ast, J.Johnson 11+6reb+1ast, R.Shariputra 0+1reb

Tangerang - Dewa United 67-97

Very predictable result when first ranked Dewa United (22-3) smashed on the road 11th ranked Tangerang (6-17) 97-67 on Wednesday. Dewa United dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Tangerang's 32 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Dewa United had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds. Bahamas center Tavario Miller (203-1994, college: Texas A&M) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Miller is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. American forward Nick Stover (198-1993, college: USA) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow American import guard Steven Green (196-1993, college: OKBU) added 6 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dewa United have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-3 record. Tangerang at the other side keeps the eleventh place with 17 games lost. Dewa United will meet Bali Utd. (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Tangerang will play against Prawira (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tangerang: N.Stover 21+10reb+3ast, G.Risky 11+1reb+1ast, R.Aprilian 9+1reb+1ast, M.Williams 7+4reb, S.Green 6+6reb+7ast, D.Ray 6+3reb+2ast
Dewa United: J.Adams 25+12reb+2ast, T.Miller 16+9reb, G.Solano 11+5reb+8ast, R.Wibowo 8+4reb+4ast, K.Gemilang 7+3reb+3ast, D.Saputra 7

Rajawali - Pacific Caesar 93-87

Not a big story in a game in Jakarta where 14th ranked Pacific Caesar (2-20) was defeated by ninth ranked Rajawali (10-15) 93-87 on Friday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was guard Jabari Bird (198-1994, college: California) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Guard Patrick McGlynn (188-1992, college: URI) chipped in 24 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Keljin Blevins (198-1995, college: Montana St.) produced a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Stephen Hurt (211-1993, college: Kansas St.) added 29 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Four Pacific Caesar players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Rajawali maintains ninth position with 10-15 record. Pacific Caesar lost third consecutive game. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Rajawali will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Pacific Caesar will play against Pelita Jaya (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pacific Caesar: K.Blevins 32+10reb+7ast, S.Hurt 29+10reb+6ast, C.Yudha 11+2ast, D.Dhoifullah 10+4reb+1ast, A.Pratama 5+4reb+3ast, M.Hardianto 0
Rajawali: J.Bird 32+13reb+4ast, P.McGlynn 24+6reb+7ast, R.Pamungkas 20+3reb+3ast, J.Zohore 8+1reb, J.Wongso 4+5reb, A.Alfiandi 3+3reb

Tangerang - Kesatria BS 93-101

Everything went according to plan when second ranked Kesatria BS (19-4) beat on the road 11th ranked Tangerang (6-17) 101-93 on Friday. Kesatria BS dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Tangerang's 40. Kesatria BS looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was American Kentrell Barkley (194-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) who scored 34 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 6 assists. The other American import center Taylor Johns (197, college: UC Riverside) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists. Danny Ray (181-1997) produced 24 points and American guard Steven Green (196-1993, college: OKBU) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the hosts. Five Tangerang players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Kesatria BS maintains second position with 19-4 record having five points less than leader Dewa United. Tangerang at the other side keeps the eleventh place with 17 games lost. Kesatria BS will meet at home Prawira (#5) in the next round. Tangerang will play against Prawira (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tangerang: D.Ray 24+4reb+2ast, S.Green 17+6reb+6ast, M.Williams 14+10reb, N.Stover 14+4reb+2ast, A.Lensun 10+1reb+5ast, H.Tito Aji 6+2reb
Kesatria BS: K.Barkley 34+9reb+6ast, T.Johns 19+13reb+8ast, F.Purwoko 12+2reb+1ast, K.Baskoro 8+1reb+2ast, C.Gettys 8+2reb+1ast, A.Adrianno 5

Hangtuah - Bali Utd. 84-82

There was a minor upset in Jakarta where 7th ranked Bali Utd. (12-12) was edged by tenth ranked Hangtuah (9-15) 84-82 on Saturday. Hangtuah forced 22 Bali Utd. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was Belgian forward Thomas De Thaey (203-1991, college: NC State) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 16 rebounds. American Anthony January (204-1993, college: CSUSB) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. American forward Xavier Cannefax (184-1989, college: WPU, agency: Interperformances) produced 32 points and 7 assists and his fellow American import forward Ryan Batte (198-1999, college: Thomas More) added 18 points respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Hangtuah maintains tenth position with 9-15 record. Bali Utd. at the other side keeps the seventh place with 12 games lost. Hangtuah will meet Bima Perkasa (#13) in the next round. Bali Utd. will play against Pelita Jaya (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bali Utd.: X.Cannefax 32+3reb+7ast, R.Batte 18+4reb+2ast, S.Surliyadin 9+6reb+4ast, P.Indrawan 6+3reb+2ast, I.Kurniawan 5+1reb+1ast, G.Wimbardi 4
Hangtuah: T.De Thaey 25+16reb+3ast, A.January 19+6reb+1ast, M.Kolawole 12+5reb+6ast, S.Neno 9+1reb+3ast, D.Pratama 8+1reb+4ast, K.Purwanto 3+5ast

Pelita Jaya - Dewa United 70-93

No shocking result in a game in Jakarta where first ranked Dewa United (22-3) outleveled 3rd ranked Pelita Jaya (18-4) 93-70 on Saturday. Dewa United looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Dominican point guard Gelvis Solano (185-1994, college: Merrimack, agency: BMS Sport Agency) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Four Dewa United players scored in double figures. American power forward James Dickey III (208-1996, college: UNCG) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and his fellow American import forward KJ McDaniels (197-1993, college: Clemson) added 16 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Dewa United have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-3 record. Pelita Jaya at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. Dewa United will meet Bali Utd. (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Pelita Jaya will play against Bali Utd. (#7) in Denpasar and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pelita Jaya: J.Dickey III 22+11reb+2ast, K.McDaniels 16+10reb+1ast, A.Dhyaksa 12+1reb+4ast, A.Beane 5+2reb, M.Arighi 4+3reb+2ast, A.Rachman 3+1reb
Dewa United: J.Adams 18+10reb+4ast, G.Solano 16+5reb+9ast, L.Prosper 16+3reb, T.Miller 15+12reb+2ast, H.Hardianus 9+1reb+5ast, K.Gemilang 5+2reb

Prawira - Satya Wacana 78-61

Very expected game in Bandung where 12th ranked Satya Wacana (5-18) was defeated by fifth ranked Prawira (15-5) 78-61 on Saturday. Prawira forced 19 Satya Wacana turnovers and outrebounded them 49-32 including 17 on the offensive glass. Prawira looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American center James Gist (206-1986, college: Maryland) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds. International point guard Yudha Saputera (176-1998) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Four Prawira players scored in double figures. American Tyree Robinson (196-1995, college: A&M-Commerce) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 15 rebounds and his fellow American import center Mikey Henn (202-1997, college: Penn State) added 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Prawira have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains fifth position with 15-5 record. Satya Wacana lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 18 games lost. Prawira will again meet Satya Wacana (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Satya Wacana will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Satya Wacana: T.Robinson 19+15reb+2ast, M.Henn 10+7reb+4ast, R.Fernando 9+1ast, K.Sihombing 6+1reb, C.Biyantaka 6+1reb+2ast, H.Lakay 6+1ast
Prawira: J.Gist 22+12reb+3ast, Y.Saputera 17+5reb+5ast, B.Francis 11+6reb+6ast, A.Hester 10+6reb, I.Muhammad 5+3reb+1ast, H.Abraham 5

Borneo - Kesatria BS 93-74

Very important is a road loss of second ranked Kesatria BS (19-4) against ninth ranked Borneo (10-14) on Sunday night. Visiting Kesatria BS was crushed by Borneo in Pontianak 93-74. Borneo players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Americans were the main players on the court. The winners were led by guard Michael Qualls (197-1994, college: Arkansas) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Steve Taylor Jr (206-1993, college: Toledo) supported him with 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Borneo players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 15 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists by center CJ Gettys (213-1994, college: Rutgers, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for Kesatria BS. Kentrell Barkley (194-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) added 21 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Borneo have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Newly promoted Kesatria BS keeps the second position with four games lost. Borneo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kesatria BS will play at home against Prawira and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Kesatria BS: K.Barkley 21+8reb+2ast, C.Gettys 15+15reb+5ast, K.Baskoro 15+2reb+3ast, K.Poetiray 8+5reb+2ast, F.Purwoko 6, S.Susanto 4+1reb+3ast
Borneo: M.Qualls 23+13reb+7ast, J.Johnson 18+7reb+2ast, S.Taylor Jr. 17+14reb+4ast, A.Scott 14+1reb+3ast, S.Orlando 9+1reb+1ast, R.Shariputra 4+2ast

Pelita Jaya - Rans Pik 97-102

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Pelita Jaya (18-4) against sixth ranked Rans Pik (14-10) on Sunday night. Host Pelita Jaya was defeated by Rans Pik in a tough game in Jakarta 97-102. Rans Pik made 29-of-34 free shots (85.3 percent) during the game. Rans Pik had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court also this time. The best player for the winners was LeBryan Nash (198, college: OK State) who had a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Kenney Funderburk (193-1992, college: Columbus St.) chipped in 29 points and 5 rebounds. Power forward James Dickey III (208-1996, college: UNCG) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists and forward KJ McDaniels (197-1993, college: Clemson) added 23 points and 8 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four Rans Pik and five Pelita Jaya players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Rans Pik maintains sixth position with 14-10 record. Pelita Jaya at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. Rans Pik will meet Bima Perkasa (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pelita Jaya will play against Bali Utd. (#7) in Denpasar and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pelita Jaya: K.McDaniels 23+8reb+2ast, J.Dickey III 23+16reb+5ast, A.Dhyaksa 18+1reb+2ast, A.Beane 15+2reb+5ast, M.Guntara 13+8reb, Y.Saudale 3+1reb
Rans Pik: L.Nash 34+12reb+7ast, K.Funderburk 29+5reb+1ast, J.Fields 16+3reb, D.Salamena 10+3reb, I.Putra 5+4reb+2ast, A.Satrio 3+1reb+1ast

Prawira - Satria Muda 97-98

The most exciting game of round 32 in the IBL took place in Bandung. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of 5th ranked Prawira (15-5) to fourth ranked Satria Muda (17-7) 98-97 in the game for the fourth place. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Prawira. Satria Muda looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. 28 personal fouls committed by Prawira helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian center Artem Pustovyi (219-1992, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Elgin Cook (196-1993, college: Oregon) who added 23 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Dominican Brandone Francis (194-1994, college: Texas Tech) responded with 37 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 7 assists and international point guard Yudha Saputera (176-1998) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 assists. Four Prawira players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Satria Muda have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 17-7 record. Defending champion Prawira keeps the fifth place with five games lost. Satria Muda will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Prawira will play on the road against Satya Wacana (#12) in Salatiga and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Top scorers:
Prawira: B.Francis 37+6reb+7ast, A.Hester 15+8reb, H.Abraham 14+3reb+1ast, Y.Saputera 13+3reb+10ast, J.Gist 7+3reb+2ast, M.Fhirdan Guntara 4+3reb+2ast
Satria Muda: A.Pustovyi 26+5reb+5ast, E.Cook 23+9reb+3ast, R.Zamora 10+4ast, A.Grahita 9+4reb+7ast, D.Diagne 8+5reb+1ast, A.Erga 8+3reb+1ast