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Second defeat of league’s leader German Telekom Baskets (4-2) against second ranked Greek AEK Betsson (4-2) 96-65 was the most important game of the last round. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Telekom Baskets. It was a key game for the top position in the league. AEK Betsson made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. AEK Betsson outrebounded Bonn 44-32 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. AEK Betsson looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Hunter Hale (192-1997, college: Winthrop) who helped to win the game recording 18 points and 5 assists. Ioannis Kouzeloglou (206-1995) contributed with 18 points and 9 rebounds for the winners. American guard Phlandrous Fleming Jr (193-1998, college: Florida) replied with 26 points for Bonn. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. AEK Betsson keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams including defeated Bonn.
The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Spanish BAXI Manresa as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader’s (Tortona) loss. BAXI Manresa defeated top-ranked Italian Tortona at home 100-82. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Tortona. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Belgian-Nigerian guard Retin Obasohan (191-1993, college: Alabama) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 assists (made all of his seven free throws) to lead the charge for the winners and Mario Saint-Supery chipped in 16 points during the contest. At the losing side Latvian Arturs Strautins (201-1998) responded with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. BAXI Manresa have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Tortona.
Undefeated Czech Nymburk (5-1) recorded its first loss at the home court on Tuesday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Greek Promitheas (2-4) 85-75. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Nymburk. American players dominated the game. Isaiah Reese notched 20 points and 9 assists to lead the effort. Even 16 points and 4 assists by Stephen Brown Jr did not help to save the game for Nymburk. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Promitheas moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Defending Czech champion Nymburk still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with 4 other teams.

Other games in round 10 were not that significant. Chemnitz was beaten by Benfica on the road 79-68. Saint Quentin was destroyed by Pinar Karsiyaka on its own court 67-93. Petkim managed to outperform Oostende in Izmir 85-76. Winless King lost to undefeated Unicaja at home 67-91. Tenerife crushed Kolossos HH on the opponent’s court 92-73. Vechta was beaten by Galatasaray in a home game 64-74. FMP BG was destroyed by Manisa on the road 103-84. Murcia managed to outperform Peristeri on its own court 83-76. M.Ramat Gan managed to beat VEF Riga in a road game 94-93. Igokea was defeated by Wuerzburg at home 83-85. H.Holon was beaten by Nanterre on the opponent’s court 87-77. Reggio Emilia lost to Hungarian defending champion Szombathely in a home game 79-88. Rytas managed to outperform Slask on the road 98-88.
The most impressive performance of 10th round was 19 points and 8 assists by Jeremy Senglin of Slask.

Benfica – Chemnitz 79-68

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when fourth ranked Portuguese Benfica (1-5) beat one of their biggest challengers German Chemnitz (1-5) in Lisbon 79-68 on Tuesday. American Trey Drechsel (198-1996, college: GCU, agency: Worldwide SM) notched a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds (made all of his nine free throws !!!) to lead the effort and the other American import guard Aaron Broussard (196-1990, college: Seattle, agency: Worldwide SM) supported him with 7 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by Finnish forward Olivier Nkamhoua (203-2000, college: Michigan) did not help to save the game for Chemnitz. American guard DeAndre Lansdowne (188-1989, college: Fort Lewis) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Chemnitz’s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn’t help. Defending Portuguese champion left bottom position moving up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Chemnitz. It was Chemnitz‘s fourth loss in a row.
Top scorers:
Chemnitz: O.Nkamhoua 17+8reb+4ast, D.Lansdowne 14+7reb+4ast, A.Uguak 12+3reb+7ast, V.Bailey Jr 9+3reb+1ast, R.Bedime 8+3reb, W.Christmas 4+7reb
Benfica: T.Drechsel 34+11reb+1ast, A.Rorie 10+2reb+3ast, M.Ben Romdhane 10+4reb+5ast, A.Broussard 7+7reb+5ast, B.Gomes 7+4reb+1ast, J.Barbosa 6+1reb+1ast

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Nymburk – Promitheas 75-85

Undefeated Czech Nymburk (5-1) recorded its first loss at the home court on Tuesday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Greek Promitheas (2-4) 85-75. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Nymburk. Promitheas looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American players dominated the game. Point guard Isaiah Reese (196-1996, college: Canisius, agency: Slash Sports) notched 20 points and 9 assists to lead the effort and forward KJ Williams (208-1999, college: LSU) supported him with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Four Promitheas players scored in double figures. Even 16 points and 4 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!) by point guard Stephen Brown Jr (180-1996, college: Bucknell) did not help to save the game for Nymburk. Forward Christian Bishop (201-1999, college: Texas) added 17 points (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Promitheas moved-up to third place, which they share with 4 other teams. Defending Czech champion Nymburk still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with 4 other teams.
Top scorers:
Nymburk: C.Bishop 17+2reb+3ast, S.Brown Jr. 16+2reb+4ast, N.Ceaser 9+3reb, O.Sehnal 7+4reb+4ast, J.Bohacik 6+2reb+3ast, F.Rylich 6+3ast
Promitheas: I.Reese 20+4reb+9ast, K.Williams III 15+2reb+1ast, J.Varnado 13+2reb+4ast, K.Williams 12+7reb+2ast, A.Karagiannidis 11+4reb+1ast, M.Lountzis 8+4reb+4ast

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AEK Betsson – Bonn 96-65

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Saint Quentin – Pinar Karsiyaka 67-93

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd ranked French Saint-Quentin‘s (2-4) home loss to second ranked Turkish Pinar Karsiyaka (4-2) 67-93 on Wednesday. Pinar Karsiyaka looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American point guard Daron Russell (180-1998, college: Maryland) notched 29 points, 8 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and the other American import guard Errick McCollum (188-1988, college: Goshen) supported him with 24 points and 5 assists. Even a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) by Polish center Dominik Olejniczak (213-1996, college: FSU) did not help to save the game for Saint Quentin. Canadian forward Noah Kirkwood (201-1999, college: Harvard) added 9 points for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Pinar Karsiyaka keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams. Saint Quentin at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams.
Top scorers:
Saint Quentin: D.Olejniczak 14+11reb, J.Robinson 13+1reb, G.Oniangue 10+2ast, N.Kirkwood 9+4reb+2ast, N.Traore 6+2reb+3ast, L.Schwartz 5+3ast
Pinar Karsiyaka: D.Russell 29+1reb+8ast, E.McCollum 24+4reb+5ast, S.McDermott 12+4reb+3ast, D.Jefferson 7+2reb, M.Yasar 6+6reb+1ast, J.Webb III 6+7reb+1ast

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Oostende – Petkim 76-85

The game between closely ranked teams ended with second ranked Turkish Petkimspor‘s (4-2) road victory over 3rd ranked Belgian Oostende (2-4) 85-76 on Tuesday. Petkim made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. American players dominated also this game. Guard Breein Tyree (188-1998, college: Ole Miss, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 25 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his twelve free throws !!!) to lead the effort and Bryson Williams (203-1998, college: Texas Tech) supported him with 18 points. Even 21 points and 5 rebounds by forward Timmy Allen (198-2000, college: Texas) did not help to save the game for Oostende. Guard Chase Audige (193-1999, college: Northwestern, agency: Octagon Europe) added 17 points for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Petkim keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams. Defending Belgian champion Oostende keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams.
Top scorers:
Oostende: T.Allen 21+5reb+2ast, C.Audige 17+4reb, E.Anosike 9+6reb+1ast, D.Mintz 8+3reb+2ast, H.Bratanovic 6+5reb+2ast, D.Shuler 6
Petkim: B.Tyree 25+5reb+2ast, B.Williams 18+4reb, D.Dotson 16+3reb+2ast, J.Echenique 9+7reb+2ast, W.Van Beck 8+1reb+3ast, D.Russell 5+1reb+3ast

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King – Unicaja 67-91

Not a big story in a game when 4th ranked Polish Wilki Morskie (0-6) was outscored by top-ranked Spanish Unicaja (6-0) in Szczecin 91-67 on Tuesday. Unicaja made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Dominican-Spanish Tyson Perez (202-1996) notched 19 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and American guard Tyson Carter (193-1998, college: MSU) supported him with 15 points and 4 steals. Unicaja’s coach felt very confident that he used entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Even a double-double of 13 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists (made all of his twelve free throws !!!) by American forward Kassim Nicholson (200-1999, college: Tennessee St.) did not help to save the game for King. Power forward Aleksander Dziewa (207-1997) added 15 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Unicaja have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record, which they share with Tenerife. King at the other side still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Kolossos HH.
Top scorers:
King: S.Wojcik 16+4reb+1ast, A.Dziewa 15+7reb, K.Nicholson 13+11reb+6ast, T.Meier 8+3reb+2ast, J.Woodard 7+6reb+3ast, M.Kostrzewski 6+3reb+1ast
Unicaja: T.Perez 19+8reb+1ast, T.Carter 15+1ast, T.Kalinoski 10, A.Balcerowski 8+2reb, K.Tillie 8+4reb, K.Perry 7+4reb+4ast

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Kolossos HH – Tenerife 73-92

Everything went according to plan when top-ranked Spanish Tenerife (6-0) outplayed 4th ranked Greek Kolossos HH (0-6) in Rodou 92-73 on Wednesday. Tenerife had a 28-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. Point guard Lluis Costa (187-1993, agency: Octagon Europe) notched 16 points and 5 assists to lead the effort and Bulgarian-Spanish forward Konstantin Kostadinov (203-2003) supported him with 13 points and 9 rebounds. Tenerife’s coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Even a double-double of 15 points and 10 rebounds by Brazilian Gabriel Galvanini (204-1998) did not help to save the game for Kolossos HH. Sotiris Billis (198-1996) added 13 points for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Tenerife have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 6-0 record, which they share with Unicaja. Kolossos HH at the other side still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with King.
Top scorers:
Kolossos HH: G.Galvanini 15+10reb+2ast, S.Billis 13+4reb+3ast, P.Kouroupakis 13+3reb, I.Koloveros 10+3reb+6ast, T.Nelson 9+1reb, A.Petropoulos 7+1reb+1ast
Tenerife: L.Costa 16+2reb+5ast, D.Kramer 16+2reb, K.Kostadinov 13+9reb, B.Fitipaldo 13+2reb+3ast, A.Doornekamp 8+3reb+1ast, T.Scrubb 7+5reb+1ast

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Manresa – Tortona 100-82

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Spanish BAXI Manresa as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader’s (Tortona) loss. BAXI Manresa defeated top-ranked Italian Tortona at home 100-82. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Tortona. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Manresa made 20-of-25 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists. Belgian-Nigerian guard Retin Obasohan (191-1993, college: Alabama) had a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 assists (made all of his seven free throws) to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Mario Saint-Supery (194-2006) chipped in 16 points during the contest. Four BAXI Manresa players scored in double figures. At the losing side Latvian Arturs Strautins (201-1998) responded with 21 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Kyle Weems (198-1989, college: Missouri St.) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. BAXI Manresa have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Tortona.
Top scorers:
Tortona: A.Strautins 21+7reb, K.Weems 16+2reb+2ast, T.Kuhse 11+1reb+5ast, D.Denegri 9+2reb+2ast, P.Biligha 8+7reb+3ast, L.Candi 5+1reb+1ast
Manresa: R.Obasohan 25+2reb+10ast, M.Saint-Supery 16+4reb+2ast, D.Alston Jr. 16+3reb+1ast, A.Reyes 14+2reb, M.Steinbergs 9, D.Perez 7+5reb+7ast

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Vechta – Galatasaray 64-74

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd ranked German Rasta Vechta‘s (1-5) home loss to second ranked Turkish Galatasaray (4-2) 64-74 on Tuesday. Guard Ahmet Tuncer (194-1993) notched 23 points to lead the effort and American James Palmer Jr (198-1996, college: Nebraska) supported him with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Galatasaray players scored in double figures. Even 19 points and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) by American point guard Tyger Campbell (180-2000, college: UCLA) did not help to save the game for Vechta. His fellow American import swingman Brandon Randolph (198-1998, college: Arizona) added 14 points for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Galatasaray keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams. Vechta at the other side keeps the third place with five games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
Vechta: T.Campbell 19+3reb+5ast, B.Randolph 14+3reb+1ast, J.Ferner 9+3reb, M.Bothwell 7+1ast, J.Gardner 6+7reb, I.Cozart 4+7reb+1ast
Galatasaray: A.Tuncer 23+3reb+2ast, J.Palmer Jr. 14+8reb+4ast, A.Delgado 12+4reb+1ast, W.Cummings 10+5reb+3ast, O.Livingston II 7+2reb+2ast, S.Geyik 4+3reb

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Manisa – FMP BG 103-84

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Turkish Manisa (4-2) crushed at home 4th ranked Serbian FMP BG (1-5) 103-84 on Wednesday. American point guard Saben Lee (188-1999, college: Vanderbilt) notched 28 points and 9 assists to lead the effort and French swingman Hugo Besson (191-2001) supported him with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 15 points and 9 rebounds by swingman Stefan Lazarevic (198-1996) did not help to save the game for FMP BG. Slovenian point guard Matic Rebec (183-1995, agency: SLN) added 18 points and 4 assists for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Manisa keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 6 other teams. FMP BG lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with five games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
FMP BG: M.Rebec 18+4ast, D.Tasic 15+3reb+4ast, S.Lazarevic 15+9reb+2ast, N.Gasic 12+3reb+1ast, J.Novak 5+2reb+5ast, P.Popovic 5+1reb+1ast
Manisa: S.Lee 28+1reb+9ast, H.Besson 22+5reb+4ast, M.Echodas 13+10reb+1ast, F.White Jr. 10+4reb+1ast, C.Chiozza 9+2reb+3ast, L.Harun Apaydin 8+4reb+1ast

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Murcia – Peristeri 83-76

Rather expected game when 3rd ranked Greek Peristeri (2-4) lost to first ranked Spanish UCAM (5-1) in Murcia 76-83 on Wednesday. Murcia dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Peristeri‘s 28. Murcia looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Canadian-Jamaican guard Dylan Ennis (188-1991, college: Oregon) notched 19 points to lead the effort and Montenegrin forward Marko Todorovic (208-1992) supported him with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 21 points and 6 rebounds by American forward Chris Coffey (201-1997, college: Georgetown, KY, agency: One Motive Sports) did not help to save the game for Peristeri. Swingman Neoklis Avdalas (201-2006, agency: Octagon Europe) added 11 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Four Peristeri players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. UCAM have an impressive five-game winning streak. Murcia maintains first position with 5-1 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Peristeri at the other side keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams.
Top scorers:
Peristeri: C.Coffey 21+6reb+2ast, J.Eddie 13+3reb+1ast, N.Avdalas 11+5reb+3ast, T.Carberry 10+1reb, S.Poulianitis 9+1reb+2ast, C.Harris 7+1reb+2ast
Murcia: D.Ennis 19+4reb+3ast, M.Todorovic 16+6reb+4ast, N.Radovic 10+7reb+1ast, J.Radebaugh 9+1reb, T.Caupain 7+2reb+8ast, V.Brodziansky 6+3reb+1ast

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VEF Riga – M.Ramat Gan 93-94

The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Israeli Ramat Gan‘s (3-3) road victory over one of their biggest challengers Latvian VEF Riga (1-5) 94-93 on Tuesday. M.Ramat Gan looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American forward Isaiah Miles (203-1994, college: St.Joseph’s) notched 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and the other American import point guard Kendale McCullum (184-1996, college: Lewis) supported him with 10 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Even 29 points by guard Dairis Bertans (193-1989) did not help to save the game for VEF Riga. Ukrainian point guard Issuf Sanon (194-1999) added 19 points and 9 assists for lost side. Five M.Ramat Gan and four VEF Riga players scored in double figures. VEF Riga’s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn’t help. M.Ramat Gan moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams. VEF Riga lost fifth consecutive game. Defending Latvian champion dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
VEF Riga: D.Bertans 29+2reb, I.Sanon 19+2reb+9ast, H.Cleary 15+1reb+5ast, V.Bobrov 12+8reb+7ast, M.Gulbis 8+3reb+1ast, J.Lawrence 6+7reb+1ast
M.Ramat Gan: I.Miles 19+6reb+4ast, R.Gallinat 15+1reb+1ast, A.Stevens 13+4reb+4ast, A.Ariel 13+2ast, D.Sahar 12+5reb, R.Huber 10+4reb+5ast

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Igokea – Wuerzburg 83-85

Not a big story in a game when 3rd ranked Bosnian Igokea (2-4) was edged by first ranked German s Oliver Baskets (4-2) in Aleksandrovac 85-83 on Wednesday. Wuerzburg made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. Panamanian-Puerto Rican point guard Jhivvan Jackson (182-1998, college: UTSA) notched 18 points, 6 assists and 6 steals (made all of his eight free throws) to lead the effort and American Zachary Seljaas (202-1997, college: BYU) supported him with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Five s Oliver Baskets players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds by American center Terrell Carter II (208-1996, college: Fresno St.) did not help to save the game for Igokea. His fellow American import point guard Bryce Jones (183-1994, college: Murray St.) added 14 points and 5 assists for lost side. Igokea’s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn’t help. Wuerzburg maintains first position with 4-2 record, which they share with 6 other teams. Defending Bosnian champion Igokea keeps the third place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams.
Top scorers:
Igokea: T.Carter II 18+10reb+3ast, N.Maric 14+6reb+1ast, B.Jones 14+3reb+5ast, M.Jeremic 9+2reb, B.Simanic 9+3reb+2ast, D.Milosavljevic 9+5reb+8ast
Wuerzburg: J.Jackson 18+4reb+6ast, Z.Seljaas 16+8reb+1ast, N.Phillips 13+5reb+4ast, L.Wank 12, M.Lewis II 10+1reb+5ast, H.Steinbach 5+1reb

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Nanterre – H.Holon 87-77

There was a small surprise when fourth ranked French JSF Nanterre (3-3) defeated at home much higher ranked Israeli Hapoel Holon (3-3) 87-77 on Wednesday. Nanterre looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Paul Lacombe (196-1990) notched 10 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and U.S. Virgin Islands Desi Rodriguez (197-1996, college: Seton Hall) supported him with 15 points and 5 assists. Even 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (made all of his eight free throws) by Canadian point guard Elijah Mitrou-Long (185-1996, college: UNLV) did not help to save the game for H.Holon. American guard Brendan Adams (193-2000, college: GWU) added 15 points for lost side. Four Nanterre and five H.Holon players scored in double figures. Nanterre moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated H.Holon.
Top scorers:
H.Holon: Y.Hanochi 16+2reb+1ast, B.Adams 15+4reb+3ast, E.Mitrou-Long 14+6reb+5ast, D.Tucker 12+7reb, N.Artzi 11+4reb+1ast, M.Kyser 6+5reb+5ast
Nanterre: J.Tillman 18+4reb, D.Rodriguez 15+3reb+5ast, B.Sene 15+1reb+5ast, A.Caver 11+2reb+3ast, P.Lacombe 10+9reb+7ast, R.Prkacin 7+9reb+2ast

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Reggio Emilia – Szombathely 79-88

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when their biggest opponent Italian Reggio Emilia (3-3) lost at home to third ranked Hungarian Szombathely (3-3) 88-79 on Wednesday. Szombathely made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Guard Zoltan Perl (195-1995) notched 22 points to lead the effort and American Matt Tiby (203-1992, college: Milwaukee, agency: Octagon Europe) supported him with 16 points and 5 rebounds. Five Szombathely players scored in double figures. Even 22 points and 9 assists by American point guard Cassius Winston (185-1997, college: Michigan St.) did not help to save the game for Reggio Emilia. His fellow American import guard Jaylen Barford (191-1996, college: Arkansas) added 16 points for lost side. Reggio Emilia’s coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn’t help. Defending Hungarian champion moved-up to second place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Reggio Emilia.
Top scorers:
Reggio Emilia: C.Winston 22+2reb+9ast, J.Barford 16+1reb+2ast, S.Gombauld 12+3reb, M.Faye 6+1reb, S.Grant 6+4reb+1ast, L.Uglietti 5+2ast
Szombathely: Z.Perl 22+3reb+2ast, N.Popovic 17+6reb, M.Tiby 16+5reb+3ast, B.Varadi 11+1reb+11ast, A.Keller 11+1reb+1ast, M.Clark 5+2reb+2ast

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Slask – Rytas 88-98

No shocking result in a game when first ranked Lithuanian Rytas (5-1) beat 4th ranked Polish WKS Slask (1-5) in Wroclaw 98-88 on Wednesday. Rytas outrebounded Slask 50-24 including a 23-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. American point guard RJ Cole (182-1999, college: UConn) notched 13 points and 9 assists to lead the effort and forward Azuolas Tubelis (211-2002, college: Arizona) supported him with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Rytas’ coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. Even 19 points and 8 assists by American point guard Jeremy Senglin (188-1995, college: Weber St.) did not help to save the game for Slask. Dutch power forward Emmanuel Nzekwesi (203-1997, college: ORU) added 19 points for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Rytas have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending Lithuanian champion maintains first position with 5-1 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Slask at the other side dropped to the third place with five games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams.
Top scorers:
Slask: E.Nzekwesi 19+3reb+1ast, J.Senglin 19+2reb+8ast, A.Nunez 14+5reb+1ast, M.Ponitka 13+4reb+2ast, K.Blackshear 12+3reb+3ast, D.Golebiowski 4+2reb
Rytas: S.Enoch 17+6reb, A.Tubelis 16+8reb+1ast, I.Sargiunas 14+1reb+1ast, R.Cole 13+3reb+9ast, M.Normantas 11+6reb+3ast, G.Masiulis 11+5reb