IBL Round 20 (Regular Season): Dewa United beat Kesatria BS by two after a very close game

There are only two more rounds left in the Regular Season in IBL. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Fifth-ranked Kesatria BS (15-8) was very close to win a game against first ranked Dewa United (19-4) in Tangerang on Sunday. Dewa United managed to secure only two-point victory 86-84. However their fans expected much easier game. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Kesatria BS. American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 8 rebounds. Panamanian-Mexican center Joshua Ibarra (211-1995, college: HCU) contributed with 14 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Dewa United's coach Pablo Favarel used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Travin Thibodeaux (203-1996, college: New Orleans) replied with 39 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds for Kesatria BS. Dewa United have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-4 record. Kesatria BS at the other side keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Dewa United are looking forward to face Tangerang (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kesatria BS will play against Prawira in Bandung and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Jakarta: Kesatria BS (#5) and Hangtuah (#6). Hangtuah was smashed at home by 16 points 68-84 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Travin Thibodeaux (203-1996, college: New Orleans) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and Will Artino who added 15 points and 15 rebounds during the contest. American Shabazz Muhammad (198-1992, college: UCLA, agency: The Crew A.M.) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 15 rebounds. Hangtuah's coach Wahyu Jati rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Kesatria BS (15-8) have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position. Hangtuah lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with nine games lost. Kesatria BS will play against Prawira (#7) in Bandung in the next round. Hangtuah's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Jakarta to the arena Pelita Jaya.
IBL top team - Dewa United (19-4) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed tenth ranked Pacific Caesar (9-16) in Tangerang 133-76. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pacific Caesar. The winners were led by Jordan Adams who scored that evening 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all eleven shots !!!). Even a double-double of 27 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists by AJ Bramah did not help to save the game for Pacific Caesar. 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 19-4 record. Loser Pacific Caesar keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost. Dewa United will meet Tangerang (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pacific Caesar will have a break next round.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 20: Satya Wacana was beaten by Prawira on the road 92-80. Bima Perkasa lost to Pacific Caesar on its own court 90-93. Simba Bogor managed to outperform Bima Perkasa in Gor Merpati 86-76. Hangtuah managed to beat Satya Wacana at home 72-70. Tangerang defeated Bali Utd. on the opponent's court 66-56. Borneo was smashed by Prawira in a home game 62-92.
The most impressive performance of 20th round was 19 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists by Brandis Raley-Ross of Prawira.



Prawira - Satya Wacana 92-80

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Prawira (14-7) beat 12th ranked Satya Wacana (4-20) in Bandung 92-80 on Wednesday. Prawira made 20-of-23 free shots (87.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 17 passes made by Satya Wacana's players. The winners were led by Lithuanian power forward Norbertas Giga (208-1995, college: Jax State) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 26 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists and American power forward DeVaughn Washington (203-1989, college: Ohio) supported him with 21 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 17 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists by American guard Marquis Davison (196-2000, college: Columbus St.) did not help to save the game for Satya Wacana. His fellow American import forward KK Curry (201-2000, college: UT Martin, agency: JCK Sports Group) added 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Four Prawira and five Satya Wacana players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Prawira have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 14-7 record. Satya Wacana lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 20 games lost. Prawira will meet at home higher ranked Kesatria BS (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Satya Wacana will play against Satria Muda (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Satya Wacana: M.Davison 17+6reb+6ast, K.Curry 14+9reb+4ast, G.Bakumanya 14+8reb+2ast, K.Sihombing 13+5reb+3ast, Y.Rahadiyanto 12+2reb+1ast, H.Lakay 4+1reb
Prawira: N.Giga 26+16reb+5ast, D.Washington 21+13reb+5ast, B.Raley-Ross 13+3reb+7ast, Y.Saputera 10+1reb+4ast, V.Lobbu 5+6ast, D.Nuban 5+1reb+1ast

Bima Perkasa - Pacific Caesar 90-93

Rather expected game when 12th ranked Bima Perkasa (4-19) was edged by tenth ranked Pacific Caesar (9-16) in Sakti 93-90 on Wednesday. Pacific Caesar looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by American-Dominican forward AJ Bramah (201-1999, college: Nevada) who had that evening a triple-double by scoring 22 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists and Filipino point guard Franky Johnson (188-1993, college: WPU) supported him with 19 points. Four Pacific Caesar players scored in double figures. Even 33 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 5 assists by American guard Keljin Blevins (198-1995, college: Montana St., agency: Diamond Sports) did not help to save the game for Bima Perkasa. His fellow American import center Kierell Green (203-1997, college: Edinboro) added 24 points and 19 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Pacific Caesar maintains tenth position with 9-16 record. Bima Perkasa lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 19 games lost. Pacific Caesar will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bima Perkasa will play against the league's second-placed Pelita Jaya (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Bima Perkasa: K.Blevins 33+8reb+5ast, K.Green 24+19reb+2ast, J.Panagan 13+2reb+4ast, H.Santosa 9+5reb+2ast, R.Purnomo 6+7reb+2ast, C.Raley-Ross 4+6reb
Pacific Caesar: A.Bramah 22+18reb+10ast, F.Johnson 19+4reb+3ast, M.Miranda 15+5reb+6ast, M.Diouf 14+11reb, A.Pratama 6+2reb+1ast, G.Wibowo 6

Hangtuah - Kesatria BS 68-84

Another interesting game was a derby match between two teams from Jakarta: Kesatria BS (#5) and Hangtuah (#6). Hangtuah was smashed at home by 16 points 68-84 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Travin Thibodeaux (203-1996, college: New Orleans) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds and American-Taiwanese power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) who added 15 points and 15 rebounds during the contest. Five Kesatria BS players scored in double figures. American Shabazz Muhammad (198-1992, college: UCLA, agency: The Crew A.M.) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 15 rebounds and U.S. Virgin Islands power forward Rakeem Christmas (206-1991, college: Syracuse) scored 14 points and 9 rebounds. Hangtuah's coach Wahyu Jati rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Kesatria BS (15-8) have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position. Hangtuah lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with nine games lost. Kesatria BS will play against Prawira (#7) in Bandung in the next round. Hangtuah's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Jakarta to the arena Pelita Jaya.
Top scorers:
Hangtuah: S.Muhammad 20+15reb+3ast, J.Kuntara 18+4reb+2ast, R.Christmas 14+9reb+3ast, F.Amir 6+6reb+2ast, A.Satrio 3, S.Kasim 3+3reb
Kesatria BS: T.Thibodeaux 18+12reb+3ast, M.Singletary 17+7reb+3ast, W.Artino 15+15reb+2ast, A.Rorimpandey 15+2reb+6ast, A.Wenas 10+3reb+4ast, I.Muhamad 5+4reb+1ast

Bima Perkasa - Simba Bogor 76-86

Very predictable result when third ranked Simba Bogor (17-5) won against 12th ranked Bima Perkasa (4-19) in Sakti 86-76 on Friday. Simba Bogor outrebounded Bima Perkasa 50-35 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Simba Bogor looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by American forward KJ Buffen (201-2000, college: UAB, agency: Diamond Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and American-Mexican forward Aaron Fuller (198-1989, college: USC, agency: Haylett Sports) supported him with 23 points and 13 rebounds. Even 19 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals by American guard Keljin Blevins (198-1995, college: Montana St., agency: Diamond Sports) did not help to save the game for Bima Perkasa. His fellow American import guard Corey Raley-Ross (192-1991, college: Buffalo, agency: Starting 5) added 14 points for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Simba Bogor maintains third position with 17-5 record having just three points less than leader Dewa United. Bima Perkasa lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with 19 games lost. Simba Bogor will meet at home bottom-ranked Rajawali (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bima Perkasa will play against the league's second-placed Pelita Jaya and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bima Perkasa: K.Blevins 19+7reb+5ast, C.Raley-Ross 14+4reb+3ast, K.Green 12+6reb+2ast, A.Kurniawan 7+5reb, J.Desmet 6+4reb+2ast, H.Santosa 5+2reb+2ast
Simba Bogor: K.Buffen 24+11reb+4ast, A.Fuller 23+13reb, D.Van Oostrum 15+5reb+11ast, T.Johns 9+14reb+2ast, D.Ray 6, D.Salamena 4+2reb+2ast

Hangtuah - Satya Wacana 72-70

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Satya Wacana (4-20) was edged by sixth ranked Hangtuah (15-9) in Jakarta 72-70 on Saturday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Hangtuah outrebounded Satya Wacana 48-34 including 16 on the offensive glass. Hangtuah looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hangtuah made 11 blocks. The winners were led by American Shabazz Muhammad (198-1992, college: UCLA, agency: The Crew A.M.) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 30 points, 18 rebounds and 5 blocks and U.S. Virgin Islands power forward Rakeem Christmas (206-1991, college: Syracuse) supported him with 24 points and 10 rebounds. Even 24 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals by American guard Marquis Davison (196-2000, college: Columbus St.) did not help to save the game for Satya Wacana. His fellow American import forward KK Curry (201-2000, college: UT Martin, agency: JCK Sports Group) added 25 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Satya Wacana's coach Jerry Lolowang tested ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hangtuah maintains sixth position with 15-9 record. Satya Wacana lost seventh consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 20 games lost. Hangtuah's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Jakarta to the arena Pelita Jaya.
Top scorers:
Satya Wacana: K.Curry 25+5reb+2ast, M.Davison 24+8reb+5ast, I.Mailensun 6+4reb, G.Bakumanya 4+5reb, R.Wijaya 3+1reb+1ast, Y.Rahadiyanto 3+2reb+1ast
Hangtuah: S.Muhammad 30+18reb+2ast, R.Christmas 24+10reb+1ast, D.Pratama 12+5reb+7ast, F.Amir 3+1reb+5ast, M.Hedyan 2+4reb+2ast, A.Satrio 1

Dewa United - Pacific Caesar 133-76

IBL top team - Dewa United (19-4) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed tenth ranked Pacific Caesar (9-16) in Tangerang 133-76. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pacific Caesar. Dewa United dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Pacific Caesar's 48. They outrebounded Pacific Caesar 48-25 including a 40-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Dewa United shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 51.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 21 passes made by Pacific Caesar's players. The winners were led by American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) who scored that evening 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all eleven shots !!!) and Panamanian-Mexican center Joshua Ibarra (211-1995, college: HCU) supported him with 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Dewa United players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 27 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists by American-Dominican forward AJ Bramah (201-1999, college: Nevada) did not help to save the game for Pacific Caesar. Filipino point guard Franky Johnson (188-1993, college: WPU) added 17 points and 7 assists 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. Dewa United have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-4 record. Loser Pacific Caesar keeps the tenth place with 16 games lost. Dewa United will meet Tangerang (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pacific Caesar will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Pacific Caesar: A.Bramah 27+10reb+8ast, F.Johnson 17+4reb+7ast, D.Dhoifullah 11+1reb, M.Miranda 9+3reb+4ast, M.Diouf 6+1reb, R.Azzaryan Pradhitya 3+1ast
Dewa United: J.Adams 25+9reb+5ast, R.Disi 23+3reb+2ast, P.Nikolas 19+4reb+1ast, J.Ibarra 14+11reb+4ast, D.Saputra 14+4reb+1ast, K.Gemilang 10+2reb+2ast

Bali Utd. - Tangerang 56-66

Everything went according to plan when eighth ranked Tangerang (13-10) defeated 11th ranked Bali Utd. (5-19) in Denpasar 66-56 on Sunday. Tangerang outrebounded Bali Utd. 63-38 including a 46-30 advantage in defensive rebounds. Tangerang looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by Ukrainian power forward Artem Kovalov (208-1997) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 21 points, 19 rebounds and 5 blocks and Nigerian-American power forward Maxie Esho (206-1991, college: UMass) supported him with 13 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 12 points and 11 rebounds by American forward Bobby Arthur-Williams (201-1997, college: Pitt St., agency: Starting 5) did not help to save the game for Bali Utd.. American-Guyanese power forward Joshua Nurse (208-1997, college: SFC) added 10 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tangerang maintains eighth position with 13-10 record. Loser Bali Utd. keeps the eleventh place with 19 games lost. Tangerang will meet at home league's leader Dewa United in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Bali Utd. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Bali Utd.: B.Arthur-Williams 12+11reb+3ast, J.Nurse 10+11reb+1ast, G.Wimbardi 9+2reb+2ast, P.Pande 7+7reb+2ast, I.Putra 7+4reb+2ast, I.Kurniawan 6+1ast
Tangerang: A.Kovalov 21+19reb+2ast, M.Esho 13+18reb+4ast, S.Branch 9+11reb+1ast, G.Risky 9+3reb, A.Lensun 6+4reb+6ast, E.Enguio 4+4reb+5ast

Dewa United - Kesatria BS 86-84

Fifth-ranked Kesatria BS (15-8) was very close to win a game against first ranked Dewa United (19-4) in Tangerang on Sunday. Dewa United managed to secure only two-point victory 86-84. However their fans expected much easier game. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Kesatria BS. American forward Jordan Adams (194-1994, college: UCLA) orchestrated the victory by scoring 23 points and 8 rebounds. Panamanian-Mexican center Joshua Ibarra (211-1995, college: HCU) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Five Dewa United players scored in double figures. Dewa United's coach Pablo Favarel used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Travin Thibodeaux (203-1996, college: New Orleans) replied with 39 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds and American-Taiwanese power forward Will Artino (211-1992, college: Creighton) added 12 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Kesatria BS. Dewa United have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 19-4 record. Kesatria BS at the other side keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Dewa United are looking forward to face Tangerang (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Kesatria BS will play against Prawira in Bandung and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Kesatria BS: T.Thibodeaux 39+9reb+2ast, A.Wenas 17+1reb+7ast, W.Artino 12+13reb+4ast, M.Singletary 9+6reb+5ast, I.Muhamad 3+3reb+2ast, K.Baskoro 2+2reb+2ast
Dewa United: J.Adams 23+8reb+2ast, J.Ibarra 14+12reb+5ast, G.Solano 13+2reb+2ast, R.Disi 12+2reb+2ast, H.Hardianus 11+4reb+5ast, K.Gemilang 4+2reb+1ast

Borneo - Prawira 62-92

There was no surprise when 9th ranked Borneo (10-14) was outleveled by seventh ranked Prawira (14-7) in Pontianak 92-62 on Sunday. Prawira outrebounded Borneo 45-33 including a 41-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Prawira looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The winners were led by American Brandis Raley-Ross (189-1987, college: S.Carolina) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and Lithuanian power forward Norbertas Giga (208-1995, college: Jax State) supported him with 14 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Prawira players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 15 points, 19 rebounds and 4 blocks by American forward Nate Grimes (202-1996, college: Fresno St., agency: Diamond Sports) did not help to save the game for Borneo. His fellow American import point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) added 19 points and 4 assists for the hosts. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Prawira have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain seventh position with 14-7 record. Borneo lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 14 games lost. Prawira will meet at home higher ranked Kesatria BS (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Borneo will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Borneo: I.Briscoe 19+3reb+4ast, N.Grimes 15+19reb, R.Pamungkas 12+3reb+2ast, D.Wenas 6+2reb+1ast, S.Rondonuwu 3+1reb, B.Wasi 3+1ast
Prawira: B.Raley-Ross 19+10reb+9ast, D.Washington 18+4reb+4ast, N.Giga 14+16reb+5ast, Y.Saputera 13+5reb+2ast, V.Lobbu 8+2reb+3ast, M.Fhirdan Guntara 7+4reb