Shiga Lakestars (B League) signed 31-year old American swingman Henry Walker (198-100kg-87, college: Kansas State). He played last summer at Blackwater Elite in Filipino PBA league. Walker managed to play in four leagues in three countries last year (!!!). In 11 PBA games he had very impressive stats: 24.3ppg, 13.0rpg, 5.3apg, 2.3spg and 1.4bpg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week. Part of last season he spent at Defensor (LUB) in league where in 8 games he recorded also remarkable stats: 17.6ppg, 8.0rpg, 3.1apg and 1.8spg (leader !!!). Walker also spent pre-season at Galatasaray (BSL) in league. In two games he averaged 4.5ppg and 1.5rpg. He also played 5 games in Eurocup where he got 5.8ppg and 2.4rpg. In 2008 Walker was drafted by Washington Wizards (NBA) in second round (47th overall). The former Kansas State standoutis in his eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Croatian A1 League championship title in 2016. Walker was also voted Asia-Basket.com All-PBA Governor's Cup 2nd Team back in 2016. He is quite experienced player. Walker has played in six different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Venezuela (Trotamundos), NBA (Miami Heat and New York Knicks), NBA G League (Sioux Falls Skyforce and Maine Red Claws), Croatia (Cedevita) and Dominican Republic (Leones de Santo Domingo).
KEVIN MURPHY Al-Muharraq (Premier League) inked 28-year old American guard Kevin Murphy (197-84kg-90, college: Tenn Tech). He joins another USA player Chester Giles which is already in the roster. Murphy played in the summer at SM Beermen in Filipino PBA league. He managed to play in five leagues in three countries last year (!!!). In 8 PBA games he averaged impressive 30.1ppg, 8.3rpg and 5.0apg. Murphy also played for Chongqing (NBL) in Chinese league. In 2012 he was drafted by Drafted... [read more]
KEVIN MURPHY
Al-Muharraq (Premier League) inked 28-year old American guard Kevin Murphy (197-84kg-90, college: Tenn Tech). He joins another USA player Chester Giles which is already in the roster. Murphy played in the summer at SM Beermen in Filipino PBA league. He managed to play in five leagues in three countries last year (!!!). In 8 PBA games he averaged impressive 30.1ppg, 8.3rpg and 5.0apg. Murphy also played for Chongqing (NBL) in Chinese league. In 2012 he was drafted by Drafted by? Utah Jazz (NBA) in second round (47th overall). Murphy attended Tennessee Tech University and it is his seventh season in pro basketball. His team won Adriatic League Supercup. Murphy is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to seven different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Murphy has played previously professionally in Croatia (Cedevita), France (SIG Strasbourg), Japan, Turkey (Gaziantep), NBA (Orlando Magic), China (Zhejiang Guangsha Lions and Guangxi) and NBA G League (Stockton Kings and Grand Rapids Drive). His game is described as: (by Tyler Ingle for NBADraft.net in 2012) Explosive scorer that possesses a wide offensive skill-set … Good length for either wing position … Active runner … Quick feet … Gets himself squared up to the hoop almost instantly … Volume shooter. Not a very strong finisher at the rim, due in large part to his slight frame … Does most of his scoring outside the paint, so it's hard for him to establish a good scoring rhythm if his shot isn't falling.
June Mar Fajardo gets MVP of the Week award for Filipino PBA - 2 days ago
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JUNE MAR FAJARDO
June Mar Fajardo (210-C-89) had a great game in the last round for SM Beermen and that's him to receive a Interperformances Player of the Week award for round 4.
The 29-year old center had a double-double of 20 points and twenty one rebounds, while his team beat Blackwater Elite (#11, 1-6) 93-79. SM Beermen is placed at 3rd position in Filipino PBA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. SM Beermen will need more victor... [read more]
JUNE MAR FAJARDO
June Mar Fajardo (210-C-89) had a great game in the last round for SM Beermen and that's him to receive a Interperformances Player of the Week award for round 4. The 29-year old center had a double-double of 20 points and twenty one rebounds, while his team beat Blackwater Elite (#11, 1-6) 93-79. SM Beermen is placed at 3rd position in Filipino PBA. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. SM Beermen will need more victories to improve their 4-3 record. Fajardo has many years of experience at SM Beermen, through which he has constantly improved. Fajardo has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (5th best: 19.1ppg) and averages solid 2.1bpg and 53.2% FGP.
The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was 31-year old American point guard Stanley Pringle (184-PG-87, agency: Pensack Sports) of Global Port. Pringle impressed basketball fans with 34 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists. Bad luck as Global Port lost that game 100-107 to the higher-ranked Rain or Shine (#1, 7-1). This loss caused Global Port to drop to 8th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 2-2 record is not bad and everything may still change. Pringle is one of the most experienced players at Global Port and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 22.5ppg (#1). His other stats are also decent: 6.0rpg and 4.3apg.
The third best performed player last round was American Jason Perkins (193-F-92) of second-ranked Phoenix. Perkins scored 27 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Despite Perkins' great performance Phoenix lost 94-98 to #1 ranked Rain or Shine. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. Phoenix had another "accident". It may be a crucial game and cause dropping from the group of top ranked teams. The record is still good, but 1st lost game is hopefully really an accident. Perkins' teammates are also very good. That's why having such high stats is even more impressive. Perkins has a great season in Philippines. After only 6 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 9.5rpg (6th best). Jason Perkins has also Filipino passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.
Other top performing players last week: 4. Ian Paul Sangalang (201-F/C-91) of Hotshots - 19 points and 5 rebounds 5. Raymond Almazan (206-C-89) of Rain or Shine - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Greg Slaughter (216-C-88) of Ginebra Kings - 17 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists 7. Shej Roi Sumang (177-PG-91) of Blackwater Elite - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Earl Scottie Thompson (188-G-93) of Ginebra Kings - 16 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists 9. Abu Jahal Tratter (196-F-93) of Blackwater Elite - 13 points and 7 rebounds 10. Terrence Romeo (180-PG-92) of SM Beermen - 23 points and 3 assists
The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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PBA Round 4 (Philippine Cup): Rain or Shine keeps a leadership position - 3 days ago
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Here is the last round review presented by ESL.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Rain or Shine as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Rain or Shine defeated 5th ranked Global Port in Manila 107-100. Rain or Shine made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 29 personal fouls committed by Global Port helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Beau Belga (198-86) fired... [read more]
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Rain or Shine as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Rain or Shine defeated 5th ranked Global Port in Manila 107-100. Rain or Shine made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 29 personal fouls committed by Global Port helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Beau Belga (198-86) fired 19 points and 7 assists for the winners. James Yap (190-82) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists. Naturalized American point guard Stanley Pringle (184-87, college: Penn St., agency: Pensack Sports) produced 34 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rain or Shine (7-1) have an impressive five-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Global Port at the other side dropped to the eighth place with two games lost. Global Port will play next round against TNT Ka Tropa trying to get back on the winning streak. Rain or Shine will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked TNT Ka Tropa in Makati. The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Phoenix (5-1) in Quezon. Hosts were defeated by Rain or Shine (7-1) 98-94. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Phoenix. Worth to mention a great performance of Beau Belga (198-86) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Kris Rosales contributed with 16 points for the winners. Naturalized American forward Jason Perkins (193-92, college: Valley City St.) replied with 27 points and 9 rebounds for Phoenix. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Rain or Shine have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Phoenix at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. Rain or Shine will play against TNT Ka Tropa (#5) in Makati in the next round. Phoenix will play on the road against Alaska Aces in Makati and hopes to get back on the winning track. A very close game took place in Quezon between Phoenix and NLEX RW. First ranked Phoenix (5-1) got a very close home victory over 7th ranked NLEX RW (2-4). Phoenix managed to escape with a 1-point win 83-82 on Friday evening. Host team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of NLEX RW. Worth to mention a great performance of Matthew Wright who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side John-Paul Erram responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Phoenix have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Phoenix went down to second position due to points difference. Loser NLEX RW dropped to the sixth place with four games lost. They share the position with Columbian Dyip. Phoenix will meet Alaska Aces (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. NLEX RW will play against Blackwater Elite and hope to secure a win. Twelfth-ranked Hotshots (0-3) made lots of trouble for second ranked Rain or Shine (7-1) in Pasig City. The visitors from Manila managed to secure only one-point victory 75-74. However their fans expected much easier game. The winners were led by Maverick Ahanmisi who scored that evening 13 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Rain or Shine have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Hotshots at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. Rain or Shine's next round opponent will be TNT Ka Tropa (#5) in Makati. Hotshots will play on the road against Meralco Bolts (#10) in Manila and hope to get finally their first victory. Bottom-ranked Hotshots (0-3) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 113-92 loss to fifth ranked SM Beermen (4-3) in Pasig City on Sunday evening. Arwind Santos fired 29 points for the winners. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. SM Beermen moved-up to third place. Loser Hotshots still closes the standings with three games lost. SM Beermen will have a break next round. Hotshots will play on the road against Meralco Bolts (#10) in Manila and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Rest of the games of round 4 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are: Alaska Aces crushed Columbian Dyip in Makati 94-72. Blackwater Elite was beaten by Alaska Aces at home 101-103. Blackwater Elite lost to SM Beermen on the opponent's court 79-93. Ginebra Kings managed to outperform Blackwater Elite in a home game 85-67.
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Makati City where 9th ranked Columbian Dyip (2-4) was crushed by tenth ranked Alaska Aces (2-1) 94-72 on Wednesday. Alaska Aces dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Columbian Dyip's 34. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Carl-Bryan Cruz (193-91) fired 20 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. Jake-Elvin Pascual (192-88) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Jaymar Perez (188-93) produced 15 points and 5 rebounds and forward Jackson Corpuz (193-89) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Alaska Aces moved-up to seventh place. Columbian Dyip lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with four games lost. Alaska Aces will face league's second-placed Phoenix in Quezon in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Top scorers: Alaska Aces: C.Bryan Cruz 20+9reb+1ast, J.Elvin Pascual 13+13reb+2ast, C.Exciminiano 12+1reb+2ast, C.Banchero 10+1reb+4ast, D.Potts 9+4reb+3ast, J.Alvin Teng 8+7reb+1ast Columbian Dyip: J.Perez 15+5reb+1ast, J.Corpuz 12+6reb, G.Khobuntin 8+2reb+1ast, R.Cabrera 6+1reb, G.Jon-Jon 5+3reb, R.Escoto 5+3reb
The game between closely ranked teams ended with tenth ranked Alaska Aces' (2-1) road victory over 11th ranked Blackwater Elite (1-6) 103-101 on Wednesday. Alaska Aces outrebounded Blackwater Elite 47-35 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Point guard Christopher Banchero (186-90, college: Seattle Pacific) fired a double-double by scoring 11 points and 16 assists for the winners. Guard Jeron-Alvin Teng (190-94) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five Alaska Aces players scored in double figures. Forward Allein Malicsi (190-87) produced 25 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Shej-Roi Sumang (177-91) added 18 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Alaska Aces moved-up to seventh place. Blackwater Elite lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with six games lost. Alaska Aces will face league's second-placed Phoenix in Quezon in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Blackwater Elite will play on the road against NLEX RW (#9) in Makati City and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Alaska Aces: J.Alvin Teng 18+6reb+3ast, C.Bryan Cruz 18+4reb+2ast, J.Thoss 16+5reb+1ast, C.Exciminiano 14+9reb, C.Banchero 11+3reb+16ast, A.M 9+4reb+2ast Blackwater Elite: A.Malicsi 25+5reb+3ast, S.Roi Sumang 18+3reb+5ast, M.Digregorio 14+3reb+2ast, J.Raymar 9+5reb+2ast, T.Abu-Jahal 7+2reb, R.Mark Belo 7+4reb+1ast
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Rain or Shine as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Rain or Shine defeated 5th ranked Global Port in Manila 107-100. Rain or Shine made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. 29 personal fouls committed by Global Port helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Beau Belga (198-86) fired 19 points and 7 assists for the winners. James Yap (190-82) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists. Five Rain or Shine players scored in double figures. Naturalized American point guard Stanley Pringle (184-87, college: Penn St., agency: Pensack Sports) produced 34 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and naturalized American forward Sean Anthony (193-86) added 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rain or Shine (7-1) have an impressive five-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Global Port at the other side dropped to the eighth place with two games lost. Global Port will play next round against TNT Ka Tropa trying to get back on the winning streak. Rain or Shine will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked TNT Ka Tropa in Makati. Top scorers: Rain or Shine: B.Belga 19+2reb+7ast, J.Yap 19+3reb+5ast, N.Torres 16+3reb, R.Almazan 14+5reb+4ast, R.Nambatac 11+4reb+1ast, M.Ahanmisi 11+7reb+1ast Global Port: S.Pringle 34+7reb+2ast, S.Anthony 22+7reb+4ast, M.Tautuaa 16+4reb+6ast, B.Robert 9+2reb+6ast, G.Lanete 7+1reb, B.Guinto 6+8reb+2ast
Bottom-ranked Hotshots (0-3) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 113-92 loss to fifth ranked SM Beermen (4-3) in Pasig City on Sunday evening. They shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 52.9 percentage. SM Beermen looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Forward Arwind Santos (193-81) fired 29 points for the winners. Center June-Mar Fajardo (210-89) chipped in 22 points and 8 rebounds. Power forward Ian-Paul Sangalang (201-91) produced 19 points and 5 rebounds and guard Paul Lee (185-89) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four SM Beermen and five Hotshots players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. SM Beermen moved-up to third place. Loser Hotshots still closes the standings with three games lost. SM Beermen will have a break next round. Hotshots will play on the road against Meralco Bolts (#10) in Manila and look forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: SM Beermen: A.Santos 29+4reb+2ast, T.Romeo 23+1reb+3ast, J.Mar Fajardo 22+8reb+3ast, A.Cabagnot 11+3reb+4ast, M.Lassiter 9+7reb+4ast, C.Ross 6+5reb+3ast Hotshots: I.Paul Sangalang 19+5reb+1ast, P.Lee 16+5reb+3ast, R.dela Rosa 14+4reb+1ast, B.R 12+5reb+1ast, J.Jalalon 11+3reb+3ast, K.Pascual 8+3reb+1ast
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Phoenix (5-1) in Quezon. Hosts were defeated by Rain or Shine (7-1) 98-94. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Phoenix. Strangely Phoenix outrebounded Rain or Shine 57-42 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Phoenix was plagued by 28 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of Beau Belga (198-86) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Kris Rosales (183-90, college: Hope International) contributed with 16 points for the winners. Naturalized American forward Jason Perkins (193-92, college: Valley City St.) replied with 27 points and 9 rebounds and naturalized American forward Calvin Abueva (190-88) added 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Phoenix. Five Rain or Shine and four Phoenix players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Rain or Shine have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Phoenix at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. Rain or Shine will play against TNT Ka Tropa (#5) in Makati in the next round. Phoenix will play on the road against Alaska Aces in Makati and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Rain or Shine: K.Rosales 16+2reb+3ast, B.Belga 16+9reb+7ast, M.Ahanmisi 13+5reb+1ast, R.Almazan 12+3reb+3ast, R.Nambatac 10+5reb+2ast, G.Norwood 8+3reb+3ast Phoenix: J.Perkins 27+9reb+1ast, C.Abueva 16+12reb+4ast, M.Wright 16+7reb+5ast, A.Mallari 12+3reb+2ast, R.Jazul 7+2reb+3ast, D.Kramer 6+12reb+1ast
Twelfth-ranked Hotshots (0-3) made lots of trouble for second ranked Rain or Shine (7-1) in Pasig City. The visitors from Manila managed to secure only one-point victory 75-74. However their fans expected much easier game. Strangely Hotshots outrebounded Rain or Shine 65-53 including a 27-12 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by guard Maverick Ahanmisi (188-91, college: Minnesota) who scored that evening 13 points and 7 rebounds and James Yap (190-82) supported him with 18 points and 5 rebounds. Even a double-double of 16 points and 18 rebounds by power forward Ian-Paul Sangalang (201-91) did not help to save the game for Hotshots. American guard Robbie Herndon (191-92, college: San Francisco St.) added 11 points and 11 rebounds for lost side. Four Hotshots players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Rain or Shine have an impressive five-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader. Hotshots at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. Rain or Shine's next round opponent will be TNT Ka Tropa (#5) in Makati. Hotshots will play on the road against Meralco Bolts (#10) in Manila and hope to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Rain or Shine: J.Yap 18+5reb, M.Ahanmisi 13+7reb+3ast, N.Torres 11+3reb+2ast, K.Rosales 7+2reb+2ast, G.Norwood 6+3reb+1ast, R.Almazan 5+14reb+3ast Hotshots: A.Barroca 16+4reb+1ast, I.Paul Sangalang 16+18reb+3ast, R.Herndon 11+11reb+1ast, P.Lee 10+4reb+4ast, R.Reavis 9+8reb+1ast, B.R 7+10reb
A very close game took place in Quezon between Phoenix and NLEX RW. First ranked Phoenix (5-1) got a very close home victory over 7th ranked NLEX RW (2-4). Phoenix managed to escape with a 1-point win 83-82 on Friday evening. Host team only slightly avoided a big embarassment. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of NLEX RW. Phoenix dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to NLEX RW's 40. Phoenix forced 19 NLEX RW turnovers and outrebounded them 50-37 including a 20-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Canadian guard Matthew Wright (193-91, college: St.Bonaventure) who helped to win the game recording 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and naturalized American forward Calvin Abueva (190-88) who added 13 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side power forward John-Paul Erram (203-89) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds and JR Quinahan (198-84) scored 14 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Phoenix have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Phoenix went down to second position due to points difference. Loser NLEX RW dropped to the sixth place with four games lost. They share the position with Columbian Dyip. Phoenix will meet Alaska Aces (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. NLEX RW will play against Blackwater Elite and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Phoenix: M.Wright 17+5reb+6ast, J.Perkins 14+11reb+1ast, C.Abueva 13+11reb+2ast, J.Mendoza 8+1reb+1ast, R.Jazul 8+2reb+1ast, A.Mallari 6+5reb+5ast NLEX RW: J.Quinahan 14+4reb+2ast, P.Galanza 12+2ast, J.Paul Erram 11+15reb+1ast, L.Fonacier 9+1reb, C.Baguio 9+3reb+1ast, K.Lao 8+1reb+6ast
Very expected game in Manila where 11th ranked Blackwater Elite (1-6) was defeated by fifth ranked SM Beermen (4-3) 93-79 on Wednesday. SM Beermen looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when SM Beermen made 16 blocks. Center June-Mar Fajardo (210-89) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points, 21 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks for the winners. American guard Chris Ross (185-85, college: Marshall) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Four SM Beermen players scored in double figures. Point guard Shej-Roi Sumang (177-91) produced 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Allein Malicsi (190-87) added 13 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. SM Beermen moved-up to third place. Blackwater Elite lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with six games lost. SM Beermen will have a break next round. Blackwater Elite will play on the road against NLEX RW (#9) in Makati City and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: SM Beermen: J.Mar Fajardo 20+21reb+5ast, A.Cabagnot 19+1reb+5ast, T.Romeo 17+5reb+4ast, C.Ross 14+7reb+6ast, K.Nabong 7+5reb+1ast, M.Lassiter 6+1reb Blackwater Elite: S.Roi Sumang 17+5reb+6ast, M.Digregorio 14+3reb+3ast, A.Malicsi 13+12reb+2ast, T.Abu-Jahal 9+12reb, C.Javier 9+6reb, R.Mark Belo 8+5reb
Very predictable result in Manila where fifth ranked Ginebra Kings (3-2) beat 11th ranked Blackwater Elite (1-6) 85-67 on Saturday. Ginebra Kings forced 20 Blackwater Elite turnovers and outrebounded them 62-47 including 20 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Blackwater Elite was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. Guard Earl-Scottie Thompson (188-93) fired a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Center Japeth Aguilar (206-87, college: W.Kentucky) chipped in 20 points and 9 rebounds. Four Ginebra Kings players scored in double figures. Forward Joseph Eriobu (193-92) produced 14 points and 8 rebounds and international forward Abu-Jahal Tratter (196-93) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Ginebra Kings moved-up to fourth place. Blackwater Elite lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with six games lost. Ginebra Kings will face Global Port (#8) in Pasig in the next round. Blackwater Elite will play on the road against NLEX RW in Makati City and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Ginebra Kings: J.Aguilar 20+9reb+1ast, G.Slaughter 17+6reb+2ast, E.Scottie Thompson 16+11reb+6ast, K.Ferrer 14+4reb+1ast, A.Dela Cruz 5+10reb, S.Mercado 4+3reb+2ast Blackwater Elite: M.Digregorio 14+3reb+2ast, J.Eriobu 14+8reb+2ast, T.Abu-Jahal 13+7reb+1ast, D.Paul 7+2reb+3ast, E.Renz Palma 6+1reb, S.Roi Sumang 4+2reb+3ast
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