B1 League Round 27 (Regular Season): Chiba Jets lose to Velca

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The biggest surprise took place in Nagasaki where host Velca (24-3) beat league's leader Jets (22-5) 86-79 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Jets. The best player for the winners was American Stanley Johnson (201-1996, college: Arizona) who scored 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 5 assists. South Korean swingman Hyunjung Lee (201-2000, college: Davidson) chipped in 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) who recorded 23 points and 7 rebounds. Nagasaki maintains first place with 24-3 record which they share with defeated Chiba Jets. Chiba Jets at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Nagasaki who have the same record. Chiba Jets will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Nagasaki will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Chiba Jets at home.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked SeaHorses (19-8) against fourth ranked Alvark (17-10) on Saturday night. Host SeaHorses were defeated by Alvark in a tough game in Kariya 73-82. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of SeaHorses. It was a good game for Spanish Sebastian Saiz (205-1994, college: Ole Miss) who led his team to a victory with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Marcus Foster contributed with 22 points for the winners. American power forward Davante Gardner (203-1991, college: Marquette) answered with 14 points and 5 rebounds for Sea Horses M.Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alvark have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. Alvark Tokyo maintains fourth place with 17-10 record, which they share with Ryukyu and Gunma CT. Sea Horses M. at the other side keeps the third position with eight games lost. Alvark Tokyo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sea Horses M. will play at home against Alvark Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
The game in Shimane supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Dolphins (21-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Magic (15-12). Dolphins smashed Magic 92-67 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Magic. It was a great evening for Aaron Henry who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was Coty Clarke with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Nagoya DD maintains second place with 21-6 record behind leader Nagasaki, which they share with Hokkaido L. Loser Magic keeps the fifth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Sendai 89ers and Hiroshima D.. Nagoya DD will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shimane SM will play against the league's second-placed Nagoya DD (#2) and hope to secure a win.

Other games of round 27 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Saga B. defeated Kawasaki in a road game 82-73. Ryukyu was beaten by Sendai 89ers at home 72-80. FE Nagoya lost to Akita NH on the opponent's court 73-89. Hiroshima D. unfortunately lost to Ibaraki R. in a home game 72-87. Kyoto H. was rolled over Hokkaido L. on the road 62-96. Yokohama BC defeated Chiba on its own court 80-69. San-en NP was smashed by Gunma CT in a road game 96-69. Kawasaki lost to Saga B. at home 84-91. Tochigi Brex outscored Koshigaya A. on the opponent's court 86-61. Shiga L-Stars recorded a loss to Toyama G. in a home game 99-100. Osaka E. was defeated by Sunrockers Sh. on the road 73-65.
The best stats of 27th round was 19 points and 10 rebounds by Josh Hawkinson of Sunrockers Sh..



Kawasaki BT - Saga B. 73-82

There was no surprise in Kanagawa where 12th ranked Brave Thunders (6-22) were defeated by seventh ranked Ballooners (14-14) 82-73 on Friday. Saga B. made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game, while Kawasaki only scored one point from the stripe. Saga B. forced 19 Kawasaki turnovers. It was a great evening for Cuban guard Reynaldo Garcia (187-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. American David Dudzinski (205-1992, college: Holy Cross) helped adding 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four Ballooners players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Serbian center Dusan Ristic (213-1995, college: Arizona) with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and Hungarian-American Rosco Allen (208-1993, college: Stanford, agency: Pensack Sports) scored 13 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Ballooners. Saga B. maintains seventh place with 14-14 record. Loser Brave Thunders keeps the twelfth position with 22 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Saga B.: G.Reynaldo 24+6reb+6ast, D.David 16+10reb+2ast, K.Kanamaru 13+2reb, H.Josh 12+9reb+1ast, T.Sumida 7+5reb+4ast, R.Inoue 5
Kawasaki BT: D.Ristic 13+12reb+2ast, R.Allen 13+3reb+2ast, O.Jamaleddine 11+4reb+2ast, I.Ryo 9, T.Shota 9+3reb+2ast, S.Ryusei 9+1reb+5ast

Nagasaki - Chiba Jets 86-79

The biggest surprise took place in Nagasaki where host Velca (24-3) beat league's leader Jets (22-5) 86-79 on Saturday evening. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Jets. The best player for the winners was American Stanley Johnson (201-1996, college: Arizona) who scored 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 5 assists. South Korean swingman Hyunjung Lee (201-2000, college: Davidson) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward DJ Hogg (203-1996, college: Texas A&M) who recorded 23 points and 7 rebounds and the other American import forward Nassir Little (199-2000, college: UNC, agency: Pensack Sports) added 18 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Nagasaki maintains first place with 24-3 record which they share with defeated Chiba Jets. Chiba Jets at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They were joined at the leadership position by Nagasaki who have the same record. Chiba Jets will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest and make it back to the top of the standings. Nagasaki will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Chiba Jets at home.
Top scorers:
Nagasaki: J.Stanley 33+5reb+5ast, B.Jarrell 17+7reb+3ast, B.Yudai 16+3reb+3ast, L.Hyunjung 13+11reb+4ast, Y.Hayato 5+7reb+2ast, K.Koya 2+1reb
Chiba Jets: D.Hogg 23+7reb+1ast, N.Little 18+10reb+1ast, Y.Togashi 13+1reb+5ast, J.Mooney 10+7reb+1ast, H.Shuta 7+1reb, Y.Watanabe 4+4reb+1ast

Shimane SM - Nagoya DD 67-92

The game in Shimane supposed to be also quite interesting. Second ranked Dolphins (21-6) played at the court of 5th ranked Magic (15-12). Dolphins smashed Magic 92-67 on Saturday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Magic. Nagoya DD dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Magic's 32 and made 18-of-21 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. Nagoya DD forced 20 Shimane SM turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Aaron Henry (198-1999, college: Michigan St., agency: Diamond Sports) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import center Alan Williams (203-1993, college: UCSB) helped adding 13 points and 7 rebounds. Four Dolphins players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Coty Clarke (201-1992, college: Arkansas, agency: Slash Sports) with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and Australian Nick Kay (206-1992, college: MSU Denver) scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Nagoya DD maintains second place with 21-6 record behind leader Nagasaki, which they share with Hokkaido L. Loser Magic keeps the fifth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Sendai 89ers and Hiroshima D.. Nagoya DD will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shimane SM will play against the league's second-placed Nagoya DD (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nagoya DD: H.Aaron 25+12reb+4ast, E.Scott 13+8reb, W.Alan 13+7reb+2ast, M.Isaiah 11+3reb+1ast, I.Keita 9+1reb+3ast, O.Hiyu 9+2reb
Shimane SM: C.Clarke 16+11reb+5ast, N.Kay 14+9reb+5ast, O.Yuta 11+3reb+5ast, N.Yuto 8+1reb+4ast, S.Anthony 7+2reb+1ast, I.Fumiya 4+3reb

Ryukyu GK - Sendai 89ers 72-80

There was a small surprise in Okinawa where sixth ranked 89ers (15-12) defeated 4th placed Golden Kings (17-10) 80-72 on Saturday. Sendai 89ers made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American guard Jarrett Culver (198-1999, college: Texas Tech) who led his team to a victory scoring 28 points and 7 rebounds. Lebanese guard Sergio El Darwich (194-1996, college: Maine) helped adding 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four 89ers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American power forward Jack Cooley (206-1991, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds and the other American import swingman Damyean Dotson (196-1994, college: Houston) scored 14 points. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sendai 89ers moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Hiroshima D. and Shimane SM. Ryukyu lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fourth position with ten games lost. They share it with Alvark Tokyo and Gunma CT. Sendai 89ers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ryukyu will play against Sendai 89ers (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sendai 89ers: C.Jarrett 28+7reb+2ast, B.Nathan 13+4reb+1ast, E.Sergio 10+7reb+4ast, Y.Sugiura 10+3reb+3ast, O.Kazuma 6+1reb+1ast, T.Boubacar 6+6reb
Ryukyu GK: J.Cooley 16+14reb, D.Dotson 14+3reb+1ast, S.Ryo 13+3reb, A.Kirk 8+4reb, K.Ryuichi 6+3ast, W.Masahiro 6+3reb+2ast

Akita NH - FE Nagoya 89-73

There was an upset in Akita where higher ranked Fighting Eagles (11-16) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Happinets (5-22) 89-73 on Saturday. Akita NH had a 32-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. It was a great evening for Australian power forward Keanu Pinder (210-1995, college: Arizona) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds. American center Jamel McLean (203-1988, college: Xavier) helped adding 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American power forward Sean OMara (208-1995, college: Xavier) with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import Jamorko Pickett (206-1997, college: Georgetown) scored 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Akita NH maintains thirteenth place with 5-22 record. Loser Fighting Eagles keeps the eighth position with 16 games lost. They share it with San-en NP and Shiga L-Stars. Akita NH will meet at home higher ranked FE Nagoya (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. FE Nagoya will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Akita NH: P.Keanu 26+10reb+3ast, M.Jamel 16+7reb+6ast, T.Sugawara 11+3reb+4ast, T.Motoda 8+3reb+1ast, T.Kurihara 8+5reb+1ast, T.Nakayama 7+4reb+7ast
FE Nagoya: S.O'Mara 23+21reb+4ast, Y.Ryuto 14+4reb+1ast, J.Pickett 10+9reb+4ast, S.Tensho 8+2reb+1ast, S.Takaya 8+3ast, L.Francis 6+1reb

Hiroshima D. - Ibaraki R. 72-87

There was a surprise result in Hiroshima where eleventh ranked Robots (7-20) beat higher ranked Dragonflies (15-12) 87-72 on Saturday. Ibaraki R. shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 53.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for forward Robert Franks (205-1996, college: WSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. Eric Jacobsen (208-1994, college: Arizona St.) helped adding 17 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was forward Dwayne Evans (201-1992, college: St.Louis, agency: Pensack Sports) with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Christopher Smith (193-1994, college: Utah St.) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Hiroshima D. players scored in double figures. Dragonflies' coach rotated twelve players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Robots. Ibaraki R. maintains eleventh place with 7-20 record, which they share with Kyoto H. Loser Dragonflies dropped to the fifth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Sendai 89ers and Shimane SM. Ibaraki R. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hiroshima D. will play against Ibaraki R. (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ibaraki R.: F.Robert 32+13reb+7ast, J.Eric 17+11reb+7ast, N.Hasegawa 11+2reb+1ast, K.Hayate 7+1reb+2ast, Y.Jae-Min 6+1reb+3ast, R.Jingaoka 5+2reb+2ast
Hiroshima D.: C.Smith 19+6reb, N.Mayo 15+5reb+2ast, D.Evans 14+8reb+5ast, K.Cockburn 10+9reb+4ast, W.Ryu 8+1reb, T.Ryo 3+1reb+3ast

Hokkaido L. - Kyoto H. 96-62

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Hannaryz (7-20) was outplayed on the road by third ranked Sapporo (21-6) 96-62 on Saturday. Hokkaido L. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Hannaryz's 34. Hokkaido L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. It was a great evening for international guard Keisei Tominaga (188-2001, college: Nebraska) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field). American forward John Harrar (205-1999, college: Penn State) helped adding 12 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Sapporo players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Italian-American forward Angelo Caloiaro (203-1989, college: USF, agency: Pensack Sports) with 22 points and American power forward Jordan Heath (208-1991, college: Canisius, agency: Octagon Europe) scored 6 points and 9 rebounds. 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. Hokkaido L. moved-up to second place, which they share with Nagoya DD. Loser Hannaryz dropped to the eleventh position with 20 games lost. They share it with Ibaraki R.. Hokkaido L. 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:
Hokkaido L.: T.Keisei 24+2reb+4ast, H.John 12+12reb+5ast, O.Jahlil 11+7reb+3ast, R.Shimatani 11+1reb+1ast, J.Kevin 11+8reb+1ast, S.Ichiba 9+3reb+2ast
Kyoto H.: A.Caloiaro 22+3reb+2ast, O.Asato 7+2reb, J.Heath 6+9reb+2ast, R.Shibuta 5+1reb, M.Satoru 4+1reb+2ast, T.Furukawa 4

Yokohama BC - Chiba 80-69

The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighth ranked B-Corsairs' (10-17) home victory over 9th ranked Chiba (8-19) 80-69 on Saturday. Yokohama BC made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for French power forward Damien Inglis (206-1995, agency: Octagon Europe) who led his team to a victory scoring 21 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. American center Kaleb Tarczewski (212-1993, college: Arizona) helped adding 9 points and 14 rebounds. Four B-Corsairs players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Trey Porter (210-1996, college: Nevada, agency: JCK Sports Group) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import center Dererk Pardon (203-1996, college: Northwestern) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Yokohama BC moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Koshigaya A. and Osaka E. Chiba lost their fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team dropped to the tenth position with 19 games lost. They share it with Toyama G.. Yokohama BC will again meet at home Chiba (#10) in the next round. Chiba will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Yokohama BC: I.Damien 21+9reb+5ast, K.Sudo 17+3reb+1ast, A.Seiya 16+1reb+1ast, R.Kiefer 12+1reb+5ast, T.Kaleb 9+14reb+2ast, H.Matsuzaki 3+1reb
Chiba: T.Porter 16+11reb, K.Takaaki 13+1reb+5ast, D.Pardon 10+12reb+3ast, K.Naoya 8+1reb, K.Kotetsu 6+3reb+5ast, F.Olujobi 5

Gunma CT - San-en NP 96-69

There was no surprise in Gunma where 9th ranked NeoPhoenix (11-16) was crushed by fifth ranked Thunders (17-10) 96-69 on Saturday. Gunma CT outrebounded San-en NP 35-19 including a 27-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. Gunma CT looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Kerry Blackshear Jr (208-1997, college: Florida) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import guard Terrance Woodbury (203-1987, college: Georgia) helped adding 21 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Woodbury is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Thunders players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American-Nigerian swingman David Nwaba (195-1993, college: Cal Poly) with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and American power forward Cameron Jackson (203-1996, college: Wofford, agency: Slash Sports) scored 15 points. 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. Gunma CT moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Alvark Tokyo and Ryukyu. Loser NeoPhoenix dropped to the eighth position with 16 games lost. They share it with FE Nagoya and Shiga L-Stars. Gunma CT will meet at home San-en NP (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. San-en NP will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Gunma CT: W.Terrance 21+2reb+4ast, B.Kerry 17+11reb+6ast, L.Kenny 15+7reb+2ast, K.Hosokawa 12+1ast, N.Takuto 10+1reb+3ast, N.Tsuji 8+1reb+1ast
San-en NP: D.Nwaba 23+8reb+4ast, C.Jackson 15+2reb+1ast, N.Dai 13+1reb+1ast, W.Hayato 6+3reb+2ast, D.Days 4+2reb, A.Hideya 2

Sea Horses M. - Alvark Tokyo 73-82

Very important is a home loss of third ranked SeaHorses (19-8) against fourth ranked Alvark (17-10) on Saturday night. Host SeaHorses were defeated by Alvark in a tough game in Kariya 73-82. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of SeaHorses. Alvark Tokyo made 16-of-18 charity shots (88.9 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists. It was a good game for Spanish Sebastian Saiz (205-1994, college: Ole Miss) who led his team to a victory with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. American Marcus Foster (191-1995, college: Creighton) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Four Alvark players scored in double figures. American power forward Davante Gardner (203-1991, college: Marquette) answered with 14 points and 5 rebounds and South Korean swingman Hyunjung Lee (201-2000, college: Davidson) added 14 points in the effort for Sea Horses M.Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alvark have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. Alvark Tokyo maintains fourth place with 17-10 record, which they share with Ryukyu and Gunma CT. Sea Horses M. at the other side keeps the third position with eight games lost. Alvark Tokyo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sea Horses M. will play at home against Alvark Tokyo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Alvark Tokyo: F.Marcus 22+2reb+3ast, S.Sebastian 18+6reb+5ast, S.Ando 14+3reb+2ast, O.Taiki 10+3reb, F.Chase 10+8reb+1ast, N.Hiromu 4+1reb+1ast
Sea Horses M.: D.Gardner 14+5reb+2ast, N.Yudai 14+3reb+3ast, T.Kennedy 9+4reb+2ast, R.Sumino 8+1reb+1ast, K.Yoshiaki 7+4reb+2ast, A.White 6+3reb+4ast

Kawasaki BT - Saga B. 84-91

No shocking result in a game in Kanagawa where seventh ranked Ballooners (14-14) defeated 12th ranked Brave Thunders (6-22) 91-84 on Saturday. Saga B. made 22-of-26 free shots (84.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for Cuban guard Reynaldo Garcia (187-1990) who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points. American David Dudzinski (205-1992, college: Holy Cross) helped adding 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. The best for the losing side was American forward Kerry Blackshear Jr (208-1997, college: Florida) with 16 points and 6 assists and the other American import center Emanuel Terry (206-1996, college: LMU) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Brave Thunders' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Ballooners. Saga B. maintains seventh place with 14-14 record. Loser Brave Thunders keeps the twelfth position with 22 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Saga B.: G.Reynaldo 24+4reb+3ast, D.David 18+8reb+4ast, K.Kanamaru 17+3reb+2ast, R.Abe 10+3ast, H.Josh 10+13reb+2ast, T.Sumida 7+1reb+9ast
Kawasaki BT: T.Shota 19+2reb+1ast, S.Ryusei 16+1reb+6ast, E.Terry 14+7reb+2ast, D.Ristic 11+4reb+2ast, I.Roy 6+1reb, O.Jamaleddine 6+2reb+1ast

Koshigaya A. - Tochigi Brex 61-86

Very expected game in Tokyo where 7th ranked Alphas (10-17) were rolled over by second ranked Tochigi Brex (22-5) 86-61 on Saturday. Tochigi Brex outrebounded Koshigaya A. 42-27 including 30 on the defensive glass. Tochigi Brex looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for Isaac Fotu who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds. American guard DJ Newbill (193-1992, college: Penn State) helped adding 13 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American Jarell Martin (208-1994, college: LSU) with 15 points and 6 rebounds and Kazakhstan-American point guard Anthony Clemmons (187-1994, college: Iowa) scored 14 points. 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. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Tochigi Brex. Defending champion keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Chiba Jets. Loser Alphas keeps the seventh place with 17 games lost. They share the position with Osaka E. and Yokohama BC. Tochigi Brex will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Koshigaya A. will play again against the league's leader Tochigi Brex (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tochigi Brex: I.Fotu 24+14reb+3ast, H.Makoto 14+3ast, N.DJ 13+2reb+6ast, A.Ogawa 9+4ast, J.Grant 8+6reb+1ast, E.Gavin 7+6reb+1ast
Koshigaya A.: J.Martin 15+6reb+3ast, M.Shun 14+1reb+4ast, A.Clemmons 14+3reb+3ast, S.Kaito 6+1reb, I.Yuichi 3+2reb+1ast, S.Kai 3

Shiga L-Stars - Toyama G. 99-100

There was a small surprise in Shiga where thirteenth ranked Grouses (8-19) edged 10th ranked Lakestars (11-16) 100-99 on Saturday. Toyama G. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for Syrian-American guard Trey Kell III (193-1996, college: SDSU, agency: Slash Sports) who led his team to a victory scoring 32 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Australian forward Brock Motum (208-1990, college: WSU, agency: Slash Sports) helped adding 30 points and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Greek-American center Zach Auguste (208-1993, college: Notre Dame, agency: Pensack Sports) with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Thomas Wimbush (201-1993, college: Fairmont St., agency: Slash Sports) scored 24 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Toyama G. moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Chiba. Loser Lakestars dropped to the eighth position with 16 games lost. They share it with FE Nagoya and San-en NP. Toyama G. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shiga L-Stars will play against Toyama G. (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Toyama G.: K.Trey 32+8reb+5ast, M.Brock 30+10reb+1ast, W.Nyika 12+11reb+1ast, H.Tanaka 9+6reb+7ast, K.Miyamoto 6+1reb, M.Yannis 5+7reb
Shiga L-Stars: T.Wimbush 24+6reb+1ast, Z.Auguste 21+21reb+4ast, T.Tahara 9+2ast, T.Kohei 8+1reb, D.Nomoto 8+5ast, Y.AC 8+5reb+6ast

Sunrockers Sh. - Osaka E. 73-65

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Evessa's (10-17) road loss to tenth ranked SunRockers (9-18) 65-73 on Saturday. It was a great evening for international forward Josh Hawkinson (208-1995, college: WSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. American-Qatari forward Donte Grantham (203-1995, college: Clemson) helped adding 11 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American Ryan Luther (206-1995, college: Arizona) with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds and Ukrainian center Volodymyr Gerun (208-1994, college: Portland) scored 7 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sunrockers Sh. moved-up to ninth place. Osaka E. lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with 17 games lost. They share it with Koshigaya A. and Yokohama BC. Sunrockers Sh. will meet at home Osaka E. (#11) in the next round. Osaka E. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Sunrockers Sh.: H.Josh 19+10reb+3ast, D.Tanaka 18+2ast, G.Donte 11+8reb+1ast, J.Harper 9+4reb+6ast, N.Reiya 7+1reb+1ast, M.Troy 4+1reb+1ast
Osaka E.: R.Luther 22+10reb+3ast, A.Yasunori 10+1reb+1ast, V.Gerun 7+13reb+1ast, J.Smith 6+2reb+1ast, R.Parks 5+1reb+3ast, U.Yoshiya 4+2reb