B1 League Round 24 (Regular Season): FE Nagoya beat Nagoya DD by two after a very close game

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 24 in the B1 League took place in Nagoya. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of second-best Dolphins (20-4) to tenth ranked Fighting Eagles (10-14) 80-78 on Saturday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Dolphins. It was a good game for American power forward Sean OMara (208-1995, college: Xavier) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). contributed with 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Scott Eatherton (208-1991, college: Northeastern) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for Nagoya DD. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. FE Nagoya moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Nagoya DD at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Chiba Jets. FE Nagoya will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Nagoya DD's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nagoya FE Nagoya.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked Sapporo (19-5) against fifth ranked Alvark (14-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Sapporo was crushed by Alvark in Tokyo 81-59. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Sapporo. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Ryan Rossiter (206-1989, college: Siena) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and Sebastian Saiz who added 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward John Harrar (205-1999, college: Penn State) with 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Alvark have a solid four-game winning streak. Alvark Tokyo maintains fifth position with 14-10 record. Hokkaido L. at the other side keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Tochigi Brex. Alvark Tokyo will play against league's second-placed Hokkaido L. in Sapporo in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hokkaido L. will have a break next round.
B1 League top team - Jets (20-4) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed twelfth ranked Hannaryz (6-18) in Chiba 81-52. The winners were led by John Mooney who had that evening a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds. Even 11 points and 5 rebounds by Asato Ogawa did not help to save the game for Kyoto H.. 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. Jets have an impressive five-game winning streak. Chiba Jets maintains first position with 20-4 record, which they share with Nagoya DD. Kyoto H. lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 18 games lost. Chiba Jets will meet at home Kyoto H. (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Kyoto H. will have a break next round.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 24: Shimane SM was beaten by Kawasaki on the road 79-68. Osaka E. lost to Sendai 89ers on its own court 68-86. Yokohama BC unfortunately lost to Saga B. in a road game 64-79. Shiga L-Stars managed to beat Koshigaya A. at home 80-73. Tochigi Brex defeated Chiba on the opponent's court 96-82. Gunma CT was smashed by Hiroshima D. in a home game 65-88. Akita NH lost to Ibaraki R. on the road 70-81. San-en NP unfortunately lost to Sea Horses M. on its own court 94-109. Ryukyu recorded a loss to Toyama G. in a road game 80-90. Kawasaki was defeated by Shimane SM at home 69-72. Sunrockers Sh. was smashed by Nagasaki on the opponent's court 102-70.
The most impressive performance of 24th round was 25 points and 8 assists by Stanley Johnson of Nagasaki.



Kawasaki BT - Shimane SM 79-68

There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Brave Thunders (5-20) beat higher ranked Magic (14-11) in Kanagawa 79-68 on Friday. The winners were led by Serbian center Dusan Ristic (213-1995, college: Arizona) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Ryusei Shinoyama supported him with 15 points and 6 assists. Four Brave Thunders players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 14 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists by Australian Nick Kay (206-1992, college: MSU Denver) did not help to save the game for Shimane SM. American forward Coty Clarke (201-1992, college: Arkansas, agency: Slash Sports) added 18 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Kawasaki maintains eleventh position with 5-20 record. Loser Magic keeps the fifth place with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Kawasaki BT: R.Dusan 17+10reb+4ast, S.Tsuyama 17+1reb+1ast, R.Shinoyama 15+1reb+6ast, A.Rosco 11+3reb+1ast, J.Omar 4+4reb+2ast, T.Okada 4+3reb+3ast
Shimane SM: C.Clarke 18+8reb+3ast, O.Yuta 15+1reb+6ast, N.Kay 14+10reb+6ast, I.Fumiya 8+5reb+1ast, S.Ryosuke 6+1reb+1ast, J.McAdoo 3+4reb+3ast

Chiba Jets - Kyoto H. 81-52

B1 League top team - Jets (20-4) had no problems winning another game on Saturday. This time they crushed twelfth ranked Hannaryz (6-18) in Chiba 81-52. Chiba Jets had a 33-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The winners were led by American forward John Mooney (206-1998, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 13 points and 15 rebounds and the other American import forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) supported him with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Even 11 points and 5 rebounds by Serbian center Dusan Ristic (213-1995, college: Arizona) did not help to save the game for Kyoto H.. added 10 points and 5 rebounds. 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. Jets have an impressive five-game winning streak. Chiba Jets maintains first position with 20-4 record, which they share with Nagoya DD. Kyoto H. lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 18 games lost. Chiba Jets will meet at home Kyoto H. (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Kyoto H. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Chiba Jets: H.DJ 20+5reb+1ast, L.Nassir 15+7reb+2ast, M.John 13+15reb+3ast, W.Yuta 9+6reb+3ast, O.Michael 7+2reb+1ast, R.Segawa 7+3reb+5ast
Kyoto H.: R.Shibuta 14+1ast, O.Asato 11+5reb+3ast, M.Satoru 10+5reb+1ast, C.Tapscott 5+3reb+3ast, K.Hayato 3+1reb, H.Mone 3+1reb+1ast

Osaka E. - Sendai 89ers 68-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Evessa's (10-14) home loss to sixth ranked 89ers (13-11) in Osaka 68-86 on Saturday. The winners were led by American guard Jarrett Culver (198-1999, college: Texas Tech) who scored that evening 25 points and 5 rebounds and Lebanese guard Sergio El Darwich (194-1996, college: Maine) supported him with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Four 89ers players scored in double figures. Even 15 points and 7 rebounds by American Ryan Luther (206-1995, college: Arizona) did not help to save the game for Osaka E.. The other his fellow American import import forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) added 15 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. 89ers have a solid four-game winning streak. Sendai 89ers maintains sixth position with 13-11 record, which they share with Hiroshima D. Loser Evessa keeps the seventh place with 14 games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Sendai 89ers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Osaka E. will play against Sendai 89ers (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sendai 89ers: C.Jarrett 25+5reb+3ast, B.Nathan 14+1reb+2ast, S.Watanabe 14+2ast, E.Sergio 12+8reb+6ast, O.Kazuma 6, T.Boubacar 5+9reb+1ast
Osaka E.: R.Luther 15+7reb+2ast, S.Seiga 15+4reb+4ast, K.Makoto 9+2reb+2ast, V.Gerun 8+8reb+1ast, M.Hayato 7+2ast, J.Smith 4+5reb

Saga B. - Yokohama BC 79-64

Everything could happen in Saga at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Ballooners and 8th ranked B-Corsairs had identical 9-14 record. This time Ballooners used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Yokohama 79-64 on Saturday night. Saga B. outrebounded Yokohama BC 42-30 including a 16-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Saga B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by the former international forward Josh Harrellson (208-1989, college: Kentucky) who scored that evening 9 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists and American David Dudzinski (205-1992, college: Holy Cross) supported him with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Even a double-double of 12 points and 13 rebounds by French power forward Damien Inglis (206-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for Yokohama BC. The former international guard Seiya Ando (181-1992) added 10 points and 6 assists. Four Yokohama BC players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Saga B. (10-14) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser B-Corsairs dropped to the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Koshigaya A.. Saga B. will meet at home Yokohama BC (#8) in the next round. Yokohama BC will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Saga B.: K.Kanamaru 20+1reb, D.David 16+7reb+1ast, S.Uchio 11+3reb, H.Josh 9+15reb+6ast, T.Sumida 8+8reb+6ast, G.Reynaldo 8+7reb+5ast
Yokohama BC: D.Inglis 12+13reb+3ast, K.Ravena 11+4ast, S.Ando 10+1reb+6ast, G.Clark 10+1ast, K.Tarczewski 8+9reb, K.King 5+1reb+2ast

Shiga L-Stars - Koshigaya A. 80-73

Everything could happen in Shiga at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Lakestars and higher ranked Alphas had identical 9-14 record. This time Lakestars used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Tokyo 80-73 on Saturday night. Shiga L-Stars looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by American-German power forward Ryan Kriener (208-1998, college: Iowa, agency: Pensack Sports) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Thomas Wimbush (201-1993, college: Fairmont St., agency: Slash Sports) supported him with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Even 19 points and 8 rebounds by American Jarell Martin (208-1994, college: LSU) did not help to save the game for Koshigaya A.. Kazakhstan-American point guard Anthony Clemmons (187-1994, college: Iowa) added 16 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Shiga L-Stars (10-14) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Koshigaya A. lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Yokohama BC. Shiga L-Stars will meet at home Koshigaya A. (#7) in the next round. Koshigaya A. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Shiga L-Stars: K.Ryan 25+10reb+4ast, W.Thomas 18+7reb+2ast, T.Okada 12+2reb+1ast, H.Higen 6+2reb+1ast, A.Yu 6+4reb+4ast, A.Zach 6+4reb+5ast
Koshigaya A.: J.Martin 19+8reb+2ast, A.Clemmons 16+4reb+1ast, M.Shun 14+2reb, I.Yuichi 7+1reb+1ast, G.Hamilton 4+7reb+6ast, S.Kaito 3

Chiba - Tochigi Brex 82-96

Everything went according to plan when third ranked Tochigi Brex (19-5) defeated on the road 9th ranked Chiba (8-16) 96-82 on Saturday. Tochigi Brex made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by Isaac Fotu who scored that evening 21 points and 6 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) and the former international swingman Makoto Hiejima (191-1990) supported him with 18 points and 6 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Even a double-double of 16 points and 10 assists by American-German power forward Ryan Kriener (208-1998, college: Iowa, agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for Chiba. American center Dererk Pardon (203-1996, college: Northwestern) added 20 points and 7 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. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Hokkaido L. Newly promoted Chiba keeps the ninth position with 16 games lost. They share it with Sunrockers Sh.. Tochigi Brex will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Chiba will play again against Tochigi Brex (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tochigi Brex: I.Fotu 21+6reb+1ast, H.Makoto 18+1reb+6ast, Y.Endo 12+3reb, N.DJ 11+5reb+6ast, J.Grant 11+3reb, S.Takashima 10+3reb+3ast
Chiba: D.Pardon 20+7reb+2ast, K.Kotetsu 16+4reb+10ast, F.Olujobi 12+2reb+1ast, T.Porter 10+5reb, R.Maeda 6+2reb+2ast, K.Takaaki 6+1ast

Alvark Tokyo - Hokkaido L. 81-59

Very important is a road loss of second ranked Sapporo (19-5) against fifth ranked Alvark (14-10) on Saturday night. Visiting Sapporo was crushed by Alvark in Tokyo 81-59. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Sapporo. Alvark Tokyo players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Ryan Rossiter (206-1989, college: Siena) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and Spanish Sebastian Saiz (205-1994, college: Ole Miss) who added 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward John Harrar (205-1999, college: Penn State) with 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and Nigerian-American center Jahlil Okafor (211-1995, college: Duke) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 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. Alvark have a solid four-game winning streak. Alvark Tokyo maintains fifth position with 14-10 record. Hokkaido L. at the other side keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Tochigi Brex. Alvark Tokyo will play against league's second-placed Hokkaido L. in Sapporo in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hokkaido L. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Alvark Tokyo: S.Sebastian 15+7reb+3ast, R.Ryan 14+6reb+7ast, O.Taiki 11+1reb, S.Ando 11+4reb+2ast, F.Marcus 9+3reb+1ast, Z.Baranski 7+2reb
Hokkaido L.: J.Harrar 16+9reb+1ast, J.Okafor 11+11reb+2ast, K.Tominaga 10+4reb+1ast, K.Jones 9+6reb+2ast, I.Shuto 4+1reb, S.Gohei 3+2reb

Nagoya DD - FE Nagoya 78-80

The most exciting game of round 24 in the B1 League took place in Nagoya. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of second-best Dolphins (20-4) to tenth ranked Fighting Eagles (10-14) 80-78 on Saturday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Dolphins. It was a good game for American power forward Sean OMara (208-1995, college: Xavier) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). Francis Lopez contributed with 14 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Scott Eatherton (208-1991, college: Northeastern) replied with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Aaron Henry (198-1999, college: Michigan St., agency: Diamond Sports) added 20 points in the effort for Nagoya DD. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. FE Nagoya moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 4 other teams. Nagoya DD at the other side still keeps top position with four games lost. They share it with Chiba Jets. FE Nagoya will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Nagoya DD's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Nagoya FE Nagoya.
Top scorers:
FE Nagoya: O.Sean 20+11reb+5ast, F.Lopez 14+8reb+1ast, J.Jeremy 12+10reb+1ast, N.Narito 9+2reb+6ast, R.Yasuoka 8+5reb, T.Sasayama 6+2reb+1ast
Nagoya DD: A.Henry 20+4reb+1ast, S.Eatherton 18+14reb+4ast, A.Williams 8+7reb+2ast, N.Taito 7+2reb, T.Kato 7+2reb+3ast, S.Takumi 7+1reb+5ast

Gunma CT - Hiroshima D. 65-88

There was a minor upset when 4th ranked Thunders (16-8) were outleveled by sixth ranked Dragonflies (13-11) in Gunma 88-65 on Saturday. Hiroshima D. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by American guard Christopher Smith (193-1994, college: Utah St.) who scored that evening 21 points and 5 assists and the other American import forward Dwayne Evans (201-1992, college: St.Louis, agency: Pensack Sports) supported him with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Four Dragonflies players scored in double figures. Dragonflies' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 27 points and 8 rebounds by American forward Kerry Blackshear Jr (208-1997, college: Florida) did not help to save the game for Gunma CT. Filipino-British power forward AJ Edu (208-2000, college: Toledo) added 7 points and 7 rebounds. Hiroshima D. maintains sixth position with 13-11 record, which they share with Sendai 89ers. Loser Thunders keeps the fourth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Ryukyu. Hiroshima D. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Gunma CT will play against Hiroshima D. (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hiroshima D.: S.Christopher 21+4reb+5ast, E.Dwayne 16+5reb+3ast, C.Kofi 12+8reb+1ast, M.Nick 10+8reb+4ast, R.Sato 9+3reb+2ast, K.Mitani 5+1reb
Gunma CT: K.Blackshear Jr. 27+8reb+1ast, T.Nakamura 9+4reb+1ast, T.Woodbury 8+3reb+3ast, A.Edu 7+7reb+1ast, F.Yuma 5+2ast, H.Kazuki 5+4reb+1ast

Ibaraki R. - Akita NH 81-70

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when thirteenth ranked Robots (4-20) beat 12th ranked Happinets (4-20) in Mito 81-70 on Saturday. Ibaraki R. made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by American Tyler Cook (206-1997, college: Iowa) who scored that evening 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Robert Franks (205-1996, college: WSU) supported him with 22 points. Four Robots players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds by Australian power forward Keanu Pinder (210-1995, college: Arizona) did not help to save the game for Akita NH. The other American import forward Dwayne Evans (201-1992, college: St.Louis, agency: Pensack Sports) added 11 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Ibaraki R. moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Akita NH. Ibaraki R. will meet at home Akita NH (#13) in the next round. Akita NH will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Ibaraki R.: F.Robert 22+3reb+2ast, C.Tyler 19+5reb+4ast, K.Hayate 15+3reb+2ast, J.Eric 10+6reb+2ast, N.Hasegawa 6+3reb+5ast, K.Tsurumaki 4+2reb+2ast
Akita NH: K.Pinder 15+12reb+2ast, J.McLean 11+3reb, A.Raita 11+2reb+4ast, M.Taiyo 9+1reb+1ast, A.Mezher 8+1reb+1ast, Y.Wetzell 7+4reb+2ast

San-en NP - Sea Horses M. 94-109

Very expected game when 8th ranked NeoPhoenix (10-14) lost to third ranked SeaHorses (17-7) in Hamamatsu 94-109 on Saturday. Sea Horses M. made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 68.2 percentage. Sea Horses M. looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. The winners were led by American forward Jake Layman (206-1994, college: Maryland) who scored that evening 19 points and 8 rebounds and Yudai Nishida supported him with 23 points and 4 assists. Even a double-double of 31 points and 13 rebounds by American-Nigerian swingman David Nwaba (195-1993, college: Cal Poly) did not help to save the game for San-en NP. American power forward Cameron Jackson (203-1996, college: Wofford, agency: Slash Sports) added 12 points and 6 assists. Five Sea Horses M. and four San-en NP players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sea Horses M. maintains third position with 17-7 record having just three points less than leader Nagasaki. Loser NeoPhoenix dropped to the seventh place with 14 games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Sea Horses M. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. San-en NP will play against Sea Horses M. (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sea Horses M.: Y.Nishida 23+1reb+4ast, L.Jake 19+8reb+3ast, G.Davante 17+4reb+4ast, I.Kosuke 15+2reb+3ast, S.Nagano 12+10ast, K.Thomas 8+1reb
San-en NP: D.Nwaba 31+13reb+2ast, Y.Hirotaka 14+1reb+3ast, C.Jackson 12+3reb+6ast, O.Sota 12+5ast, D.Days 9+7reb, W.Hayato 6+2reb+3ast

Toyama G. - Ryukyu GK 90-80

There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked Grouses (7-17) won against higher ranked Golden Kings (16-8) in Toyama 90-80 on Saturday. Toyama G. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Toyama G. made 7 blocks. The winners were led by the former international power forward Nyika Williams (203-1987, college: Pacific) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and French power forward Yannis Morin (208-1993, agency: Slash Sports) supported him with 15 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks. Even a double-double of 12 points and 11 rebounds by American power forward Jack Cooley (206-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) did not help to save the game for Ryukyu. His fellow American import swingman Damyean Dotson (196-1994, college: Houston) added 17 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. Toyama G. moved-up to twelfth place. Loser Golden Kings keeps the fourth position with eight games lost. They share it with Gunma CT. Toyama G. will meet at home higher ranked Ryukyu (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Ryukyu will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Toyama G.: W.Nyika 19+11reb+1ast, M.Yannis 15+8reb+5ast, H.Tanaka 12, M.Brock 11+9reb+2ast, Y.Okada 11+2reb+12ast, K.Trey 7+4reb+3ast
Ryukyu GK: D.Dotson 17+4reb+2ast, J.Cooley 12+11reb+3ast, S.Ryo 11+8reb+2ast, A.Kirk 10+3reb+1ast, K.Ryuichi 9+2reb+2ast, A.Hayate 8+1ast

Kawasaki BT - Shimane SM 69-72

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Brave Thunders (5-20) were edged by fifth ranked Magic (14-11) in Kanagawa 72-69 on Saturday. The winners were led by American forward Coty Clarke (201-1992, college: Arkansas, agency: Slash Sports) who scored that evening 21 points and 7 rebounds and Australian Nick Kay (206-1992, college: MSU Denver) supported him with 14 points and 13 rebounds. Four Magic players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds by American center Emanuel Terry (206-1996, college: LMU) did not help to save the game for Kawasaki. Serbian center Dusan Ristic (213-1995, college: Arizona) added 11 points and 11 rebounds. Brave Thunders' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Shimane SM maintains fifth position with 14-11 record. Loser Brave Thunders keeps the eleventh place with 20 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Shimane SM: C.Coty 21+7reb+3ast, K.Nick 14+13reb+2ast, Y.Okada 13+3reb+6ast, T.Nakamura 13+2reb+1ast, A.Sukegawa 5+2reb+1ast, Y.Nohmi 4+4reb+2ast
Kawasaki BT: E.Terry 21+11reb+1ast, D.Ristic 11+11reb+1ast, O.Taiga 10+2reb+4ast, R.Allen 7+8reb+3ast, T.Shota 6+1reb+2ast, M.Kanta 6

Nagasaki - Sunrockers Sh. 102-70

Everything went according to plan when first ranked Velca (22-2) outplayed 10th ranked SunRockers (8-16) in Nagasaki 102-70 on Saturday. Nagasaki looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by American Jarrell Brantley (201-1996, college: Charleston) who scored that evening 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import Stanley Johnson (201-1996, college: Arizona) supported him with 25 points and 8 assists. Even 14 points by American-Qatari forward Donte Grantham (203-1995, college: Clemson) did not help to save the game for Sunrockers Sh.. International forward Josh Hawkinson (208-1995, college: WSU) added 10 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Velca have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Nagasaki maintains first position with 22-2 record. Sunrockers Sh. lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth place with 16 games lost. They share the position with Chiba. Nagasaki will meet at home Sunrockers Sh. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sunrockers Sh. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Nagasaki: B.Jarrell 27+6reb+4ast, L.Hyunjung 25+6reb+3ast, J.Stanley 25+3reb+8ast, M.Akil 10+7reb+1ast, K.Koya 4+2reb, B.Yudai 4+2reb+1ast
Sunrockers Sh.: D.Grantham 14+4reb+3ast, V.Leo 14+3ast, A.Randall 12+4reb+2ast, J.Hawkinson 10+11reb, H.Jr John 6+3reb+5ast, Y.Morihisa 5+1reb+1ast