IBL Round 8 (Regular Season): Borneo lose to Satria Muda

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise took place in Jakarta where host Satria Muda (6-1) beat league's leader Borneo (6-1) 76-69 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Borneo. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Satria Muda made 8 blocks. 25 personal fouls committed by Borneo helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was forward Jalen Jones (202-1993, college: Texas A&M, agency: Haylett Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks. Center Chad Brown (206-1996, college: UCF) chipped in 22 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Stephaun Branch (196-1995, college: UWG) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Satria Muda moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Borneo. Borneo will play next round against Pacific Caesar trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Satria Muda will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Hangtuah. It will be extra interesting game as Hangtuah is their local rival from Jakarta.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Satria Muda (6-1) in Jakarta. Hosts were defeated by Pelita Jaya (6-0) 65-59. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American center Jeff Withey (213-1990, college: Kansas) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 7 blocks. Andakara Dhyaksa contributed with 13 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American forward Jalen Jones (202-1993, college: Texas A&M, agency: Haylett Sports) replied with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds for Satria Muda. Satria Muda's coach Djordje Jovicic rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Undefeated Pelita Jaya have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Satria Muda at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with Borneo. Pelita Jaya will play against RANS PIK (#8) in Gor Merpati in the next round and are hoping to win another game. 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 Hangtuah.
Leader Borneo delivered the sixth victory on Sunday night. This time they beat bottom-ranked Pacific Caesar (0-6) 99-81 in Pontianak. Worth to mention a quality performance of Stephaun Branch who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 46 points (!!!), 15 rebounds and 6 assists. Borneo's coach Cesar Camara used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. AJ Bramah responded with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 16 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Borneo (6-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Despite that victory Borneo went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with Satria Muda. Loser Pacific Caesar still closes the standings with six games lost. Borneo will again meet Pacific Caesar (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pacific Caesar will play against RANS PIK in Gor Merpati and hopes to get finally their first victory.

Rest of the games of round 8 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Tangerang defeated Kesatria in a road game 83-70. Winless Satya Wacana was beaten by Hangtuah at home 70-79. Rajawali was destroyed by RANS PIK on the opponent's court 99-70.
The best stats of 8th round was 20 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals by KJ Buffen of RANS PIK.



Kesatria - Tangerang 70-83

There was no surprise in Jakarta where 9th ranked Kesatria (1-6) was defeated by seventh ranked Tangerang (3-3) 83-70 on Sunday. Tangerang had a 31-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Brazilian center Joao Franca (215-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and American forward Josh Cunningham (203-1996, college: Dayton, agency: Diamond Sports) who added 22 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. American Kentrell Barkley (194-1996, college: ECU, agency: Haylett Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists and his fellow American import swingman Rashad Vaughn (198-1996, college: UNLV, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 18 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Tangerang moved-up to sixth place. Loser Kesatria keeps the ninth position with six games lost. Tangerang will meet Pacific Caesar (#10) in the next round. Kesatria will play against Dewa United and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Tangerang: F.Joao 23+12reb+3ast, C.Josh 22+13reb+2ast, C.Jeantal 18+9reb+9ast, Y.Saudale 13+4reb+2ast, G.Risky 3+1reb, S.Fauzan 2+3reb+2ast
Kesatria: K.Barkley 22+12reb+7ast, R.Vaughn 18+5reb+1ast, S.Avan 12+1reb, D.Thompson 12+8reb+2ast, S.Nuke 4+3reb, W.Abraham 2+1reb+4ast

Borneo - Pacific Caesar 99-81

Leader Borneo delivered the sixth victory on Sunday night. This time they beat bottom-ranked Pacific Caesar (0-6) 99-81 in Pontianak. Borneo dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Pacific Caesar's 40. They outrebounded Pacific Caesar 51-36 including 18 on the offensive glass. Borneo looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a quality performance of American guard Stephaun Branch (196-1995, college: UWG) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 46 points (!!!), 15 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import forward Travin Thibodeaux (203-1996, college: New Orleans) who added 22 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Borneo's coach Cesar Camara used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American-Dominican forward AJ Bramah (201-1999, college: Nevada) responded with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!), 16 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals and Puerto Rican-Dominican guard Miguel Miranda (198-2001, college: National Park) scored 22 points and 4 assists. Borneo (6-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. Despite that victory Borneo went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with Satria Muda. Loser Pacific Caesar still closes the standings with six games lost. Borneo will again meet Pacific Caesar (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Pacific Caesar will play against RANS PIK in Gor Merpati and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Borneo: B.Stephaun 46+15reb+6ast, T.Travin 22+8reb+3ast, W.Kaleb 16+11reb+2ast, K.Sanjaya 4+6reb, A.Erga 4+4reb+6ast, D.Wenas 3
Pacific Caesar: A.Bramah 35+16reb+7ast, M.Miranda 22+3reb+4ast, A.Peacock 12+12reb+1ast, P.R Azzaryan 4+2reb+3ast, A.Muhammad 4+2reb, C.Darren 3

Satria Muda - Pelita Jaya 59-65

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Satria Muda (6-1) in Jakarta. Hosts were defeated by Pelita Jaya (6-0) 65-59. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Pelita Jaya brought some defensive toughness making 10 blocks. American center Jeff Withey (213-1990, college: Kansas) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 7 blocks. The former international guard Andakara Dhyaksa (173-1992) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American forward Jalen Jones (202-1993, college: Texas A&M, agency: Haylett Sports) replied with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds and his fellow American import center Chad Brown (206-1996, college: UCF) added 9 points and 19 rebounds in the effort for Satria Muda. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Satria Muda's coach Djordje Jovicic rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Pelita Jaya have an impressive six-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Satria Muda at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with Borneo. Pelita Jaya will play against RANS PIK (#8) in Gor Merpati in the next round and are hoping to win another game. 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 Hangtuah.
Top scorers:
Pelita Jaya: W.Jeff 14+13reb, A.Dhyaksa 13+11reb+2ast, A.Goantara 12+3reb+1ast, M.Darious 11+6reb+3ast, A.Amorie 8+3reb+6ast, H.Yonga 4+2reb
Satria Muda: J.Jones 14+13reb+1ast, A.Muhamad 12+1reb+2ast, J.Ivy-Curry 10+3reb+1ast, S.Yudha 10+6reb+10ast, C.Brown 9+19reb, G.Abraham 3+2ast

Satya Wacana - Hangtuah 70-79

No shocking result in a game in Salatiga where fifth ranked Hangtuah (5-3) defeated bottom-ranked Satya Wacana (0-7) 79-70 on Wednesday. Hangtuah shot 25 for 34 from the free-throw line, while Satya Wacana only scored five points from the stripe. Hangtuah forced 23 Satya Wacana turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Nick Hornsby (201-1995, college: Sacramento St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals and U.S. Virgin Islands power forward Rakeem Christmas (206-1991, college: Syracuse) who added 24 points and 10 rebounds during the contest. Four Hangtuah players scored in double figures. Ukrainian power forward Serhii Pavlov (209-1997, agency: BIG) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 17 rebounds and Canadian-DR Congolese guard Kevin Kangu (193-1998, college: Lenoir-Rhyne, agency: SLN) scored 25 points and 7 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Hangtuah have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 5-3 record. Loser Satya Wacana still closes the standings with seven 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 Satria Muda.
Top scorers:
Hangtuah: C.Rakeem 24+10reb, H.Nick 20+11reb+4ast, B.Vander 12+4reb+3ast, R.Kornelius 11+1reb, M.Hedyan 7+4reb+2ast, S.Kasim 2
Satya Wacana: K.Kangu 25+3reb+7ast, S.Pavlov 17+17reb+2ast, W.Rendy 9+1reb, T.Teemo 8+7reb+5ast, L.Henry 3+3reb+1ast, T.Mochammad 3+1reb+1ast

Satria Muda - Borneo 76-69

The biggest surprise took place in Jakarta where host Satria Muda (6-1) beat league's leader Borneo (6-1) 76-69 on Wednesday evening. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Borneo. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Satria Muda made 8 blocks. 25 personal fouls committed by Borneo helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The game was dominated by American players. The best player for the winners was forward Jalen Jones (202-1993, college: Texas A&M, agency: Haylett Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 rebounds and 4 blocks. Center Chad Brown (206-1996, college: UCF) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Brown is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Satria Muda players scored in double figures. Guard Stephaun Branch (196-1995, college: UWG) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals and forward Travin Thibodeaux (203-1996, college: New Orleans) added 24 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Satria Muda moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated Borneo. Borneo will play next round against Pacific Caesar trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Satria Muda will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Hangtuah. It will be extra interesting game as Hangtuah is their local rival from Jakarta.
Top scorers:
Satria Muda: B.Chad 22+10reb, J.Jalen 21+15reb+3ast, I.Jordan 11+4reb+1ast, A.Grahita 11+7reb+6ast, Y.Saputera 8+5reb+7ast, D.Dame 2+7reb+1ast
Borneo: T.Thibodeaux 24+7reb, S.Branch 17+10reb+7ast, N.David 7+4reb+2ast, K.Wesson 6+14reb+3ast, S.Kelvin 6+6reb, E.Antoni 6+1reb+5ast

RANS PIK - Rajawali 99-70

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Gor Merpati where 7th ranked Rajawali (3-5) was rolled over by eighth ranked RANS PIK (2-4) 99-70 on Friday. RANS PIK looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Rajawali's players. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward KJ Buffen (201-2000, college: UAB, agency: Diamond Sports) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 20 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals and American-Mexican forward Aaron Fuller (198-1989, college: USC, agency: Haylett Sports) who added 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four RANS PIK players scored in double figures. American Antonio Hester (199-1990, college: Mobile, AL) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and South Sudanese-Lebanese center Ater Majok (210-1987, college: UConn, agency: BIG) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. RANS PIK maintains eighth position with 2-4 record. Rajawali lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with five games lost. RANS PIK will meet at home Pacific Caesar (#10) in the next round. Rajawali will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
RANS PIK: N.Jabari 21+7reb+3ast, F.Aaron 20+8reb+4ast, B.KJ 20+13reb+6ast, M.Hafizh 11+1reb+7ast, R.Mononimbar 9+2reb+4ast, D.Ray 6+3reb+1ast
Rajawali: A.Hester 28+12reb+4ast, A.Majok 12+12reb+2ast, W.Gede 8+2ast, O.Jordan 7+2reb+1ast, W.Julius 4+2reb, F.David 4+4reb