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Evan Jester

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 23 in the Caucasus Basketball League took place in . This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 5th ranked Dvin (9-11) to fourth ranked New Bayazet (11-10) 87-84 in the game for the fourth place. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 27-14. But Dvin won second period 24-15. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. New Bayazet dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Dvin’s 46. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Evan Jester (201-1999, college: Georgia Tech) who scored 19 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. His fellow American import Devin Hutchinson (196, college: Radford) chipped in 22 points and 7 rebounds. American-Trinidad and Tobago power forward Reggie George (208-1984, college: RMU) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 15 rebounds for the guests. Newly promoted New Bayazet maintains fourth place with 11-10 record. Dvin at the other side keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost.
One of the most interesting games of round 23 was a derby match between two teams from Armenia. The game took place in Yerevan where second ranked Vahakni City outleveled host Cilicia (4-16) 138-101. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Kenneth Miller (186-1995, college: OVU) orchestrated the victory with a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Aston Morton contributed with 23 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Vahakni City’s coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Javonte Matthews (195-1995, college: St.Katherine) answered with a triple-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists for Cilicia. Vahakni City have a solid series of four victories in a row. Despite that victory Vahakni City went down to third position due to points difference. Cilicia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 16 games lost.
One of the most interesting games of round 23 was a derby match between two teams from Armenia. Third ranked Mad Foxes won against host New Bayazet (11-10) 109-92. The game was also dominated by American players. It was a great evening for Jose Roman-Angueira who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Evan Jester responded with 20 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mad Foxes (17-4) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted New Bayazet keeps the fourth position with ten games lost.

Other games of round 23 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
New Bayazet was defeated by Vahakni City in a road game 104-91. Dvin smashed Cilicia at home 135-98. Vahakni City was destroyed by Mad Foxes on the opponent’s court 100-64.

Cilicia – Vahakni City 101-138

One of the most interesting games of round 23 was a derby match between two teams from Armenia. The game took place in Yerevan where second ranked Vahakni City outleveled host Cilicia (4-16) 138-101. Vahakni City dominated down low during the game scoring 90 of its points in the paint compared to Cilicia’s 68. Vahakni City forced 21 Cilicia turnovers and outrebounded them 68-43 including a 23-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 41 assists comparing to just 28 passes made by Cilicia’s players. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Kenneth Miller (186-1995, college: OVU) orchestrated the victory with a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Swingman Aston Morton (193-1995, college: LeMoyne-Owen) contributed with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) for the winners. Miller attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Vahakni City’s coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Javonte Matthews (195-1995, college: St.Katherine) answered with a triple-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists and center OShayne Reid (201, college: WNMU) added 20 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Cilicia. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Vahakni City have a solid series of four victories in a row. Despite that victory Vahakni City went down to third position due to points difference. Cilicia lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Vahakni City: A.Tatevosyan 30+7reb+5ast, D.Austin 25+17reb, K.Miller 24+12reb+10ast, A.Morton 23+12reb+7ast, K.Karapet 19+10reb+6ast, M.Mojus 7+2reb+8ast
Cilicia: J.Matthews 27+12reb+11ast, B.Kohler 24+5reb+7ast, O.Reid 20+15reb+4ast, J.Jack Hagopian 14+6reb+2ast, D.Hopper 11+2reb+4ast, M.Hayk 3

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New Bayazet – Mad Foxes 92-109

One of the most interesting games of round 23 was a derby match between two teams from Armenia. Third ranked Mad Foxes won against host New Bayazet (11-10) 109-92. The game was mostly controlled by Mad Foxes. New Bayazet managed to win fourth quarter 35-29. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. The game was also dominated by American players. It was a great evening for forward Jose Roman-Angueira (201-1994, college: Miles) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Damian Archer (183-1996, college: Miles) helped adding 15 points and 6 rebounds. Roman-Angueira is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Forward Evan Jester (201-1999, college: Georgia Tech) responded with 20 points and 9 rebounds and Devin Hutchinson (196, college: Radford) scored 22 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mad Foxes (17-4) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted New Bayazet keeps the fourth position with ten games lost.
Top scorers:
Mad Foxes: N.Velasquez 17+2reb+4ast, J.Roman-Angueira 17+12reb+1ast, A.Tavakalyan 15+4reb+2ast, D.Archer 15+6reb+3ast, A.Arka 9+2reb, M.Tigran 8+4reb+2ast
New Bayazet: D.Hutchinson 22+5reb, E.Jester 20+9reb+3ast, G.Malik 14+8reb+1ast, K.Adams 12+7reb+4ast, I.Starling 9+8reb+7ast, S.Narek 6+1reb+1ast

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Vahakni City – New Bayazet 104-91

There was no surprise when 4th placed New Bayazet (11-10) was defeated on the road by second ranked Vahakni City (16-5) 104-91 on Monday. The hosts trailed by 1 point after first quarter, but they stormed back to get the 5-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 104-91. Vahakni City dominated down low during the game scoring 82 of its points in the paint compared to New Bayazet’s 52. Vahakni City had a 29-16 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American players dominated the game. It was a great evening for forward Donald Vaughn (195-1990, college: VWU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. Swingman Aston Morton (193-1995, college: LeMoyne-Owen) helped adding 29 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Vaughn is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Forward Evan Jester (201-1999, college: Georgia Tech) responded with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard KeLyn Adams (194-1999, college: Arkansas Tech) scored 11 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Vahakni City and five New Bayazet players scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Vahakni City. Despite that victory Vahakni City went down to third position due to points difference. Newly promoted New Bayazet keeps the fourth place with ten games lost.
Top scorers:
Vahakni City: A.Morton 29+10reb+6ast, D.Vaughn 26+14reb+5ast, K.Miller 23+8ast, A.Tatevosyan 17+6reb+2ast, K.Karapet 9+8reb+4ast, B.Andrey 0
New Bayazet: D.Hutchinson 19+3reb, K.Davit 16+5reb+2ast, E.Jester 15+7reb+4ast, I.Starling 13+5reb+5ast, M.Karen 11+2ast, K.Adams 11+5reb+9ast

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Dvin – Cilicia 135-98

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifth ranked Dvin‘s (9-11) home victory over 6th ranked Cilicia (4-16) 135-98 on Wednesday. The game without a history. Dvin led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 96 of its points in the paint compared to Cilicia’s 74. Dvin forced 20 Cilicia turnovers and outrebounded them 53-42 including a 40-29 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Cilicia’s players. American players dominated the game. It was a great evening for guard Anthony Alston (183-1994, college: TAMIU) who led his team to a victory scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Tanner Blyly (190, college: Kalamazoo) helped adding 10 points, 10 rebounds and 15 assists. Five Dvin players scored in double figures. Coach ‘s team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 10 players saving starting five for next games. Swingman Javonte Matthews (195-1995, college: St.Katherine) responded with a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Demari Hopper (183-1998, college: Brevard) scored 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Dvin maintains fifth place with 9-11 record. Cilicia lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the sixth position with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Dvin: R.Jones 26+4reb+4ast, A.Alston 23+9reb+7ast, V.Holmes 21+7reb+5ast, R.George 20+12reb+2ast, H.Mano 15+4reb, S.Vahan 11+3reb+1ast
Cilicia: J.Matthews 38+12reb+5ast, D.Hopper 25+6reb+4ast, O.Reid 18+8reb, J.Jack Hagopian 8+9reb+5ast, M.Hayk 7+3reb, S.Arsen 2+2reb+1ast

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New Bayazet – Dvin 87-84

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Mad Foxes – Vahakni City 100-64

Everything could happen in Yerevan at the game between two tied teams. Both third ranked Mad Foxes and second-ranked Vahakni City had identical 16-4 record. This time Mad Foxes used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Vahakni 100-64 on Monday night. It was a key game for the second position in the league. The game without a history. Mad Foxes led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Vahakni City’s 32 and made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Mad Foxes forced 22 Vahakni City turnovers and outrebounded them 52-32 including a 18-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American forward Jose Roman-Angueira (201-1994, college: Miles) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). His fellow American import point guard Jayden Hampton (183-1998, college: PS Wilkes Barre) helped adding 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Roman-Angueira is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Mad Foxes players scored in double figures. Mad Foxes’ coach felt very confident that he used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Albert Tatevosyan (196-1993) responded with 25 points and American swingman Aston Morton (193-1995, college: LeMoyne-Owen) scored 6 points and 12 rebounds. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Mad Foxes. They moved-up to second place. Defending Armenian champion Vahakni City dropped to the third position with five games lost.
Top scorers:
Mad Foxes: D.Archer 15+3reb, J.Roman-Angueira 15+11reb+1ast, J.Hampton 14+5reb+4ast, A.Tavakalyan 12+6reb+4ast, A.Arka 11+8reb, D.Khachatryan 11+5reb+6ast
Vahakni City: A.Tatevosyan 25+3reb+1ast, D.Vaughn 12+4reb+4ast, K.Miller 11+2reb+3ast, A.Morton 6+12reb+3ast, K.Karapet 5+8reb+3ast, D.Austin 3+1reb