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The round was exceptionally exciting as eight games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was another loss of Navas (23-6) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were defeated by L’Hospitalet (16-4) 86-79. L’Hospitalet looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Chadian center Placide Nakidjim (205-1994) orchestrated the victory by scoring 22 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Gerard Sevillano (196-1994, agency: BIG) contributed with 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Angolan forward Angelo Alexandre (202-2001) replied with 21 points and 9 rebounds for Navas. Navas’ coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn’t help. L’Hospitalet have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Mollet. Navas lost fourth consecutive game. They still keep top place with six games lost. L’Hospitalet is looking forward to face Azulejos (#4) in Zaragoza in the next round. Navas will play at home against San Fernando and is hoping to win this game.
Sixth-ranked Avila (11-9) was very close to win a game against first ranked Gijon Circulo (18-2). Gijon Circulo managed to secure only one-point victory 91-90. However their fans expected much easier game. Worth to mention a great performance of center Sergio Martinez (208-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and Lance-Amir Paul who added 24 points during the contest. Mario Garcia (195-2000) responded with 25 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Gijon Circulo have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Newly promoted Gijon Circulo maintains first position with 18-2 record. Avila at the other side dropped to the fourth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Gijon Circulo will play against Chantada (#4) on the road in the next round. Avila will play against Betanzos and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Sueca between Sueca and Elche. Fourth ranked Sueca (13-4) got a very close home victory over second-ranked Elche (13-5). Sueca managed to escape with a 3-point win 69-66 in the fight for the third place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Elche. The winners were led by Francisco Marco who had that evening a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Even a double-double of 12 points and 13 rebounds by Maximiliano Andreatta did not help to save the game for Elche. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Sueca have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place which they share with defeated Elche. Loser Elche dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with Benidorm and El Pilar. Sueca will meet Lucentum (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Elche will play against Benidorm (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 20: Molina beat Murcia Juver on the road 79-72. Ulacia ZKE lost to Valle de Egues on its own court 57-70. Mondragon was outscored by LBC Cocinas in Logrono 64-101. Solares managed to beat Cantbasket at home 84-81. Caja Rural crushed Tabirako on the opponent’s court 75-42. Baskonia B smashed Pas Pielagos in a home game 100-63. Bilbao lost to Santander on the road 54-65. Burgos unfortunately lost to Redline MT on its own court 82-87. Chantada recorded a loss to Maceira in a road game 75-81. Culleredo was defeated by Avenida at home 72-74. Obradoiro S. beat Solgaleo on the opponent’s court 85-77. Estudiantes lost to Marin in a home game 77-95. Carbajosa unfortunately lost to Xiria on the road 71-78. Betanzos was rolled over Un.Oviedo on its own court 65-89. La Matanza defeated Socuellamos in Las Palmas 71-69. Aridane beat Talavera at home 71-63. Chlorella lost to Alcala on the opponent’s court 81-99. Estudiantes B outscored Real Canoe in a home game 95-72. Valsequillo recorded a loss to Tres Cantos on the road 75-66. Guadalajara defeated Dist.Olimpico on its own court 80-73. Pablo Laso was beaten by Corralejo in a road game 74-70. El Ventero won against Mostoles at home 71-57. Quintanar managed to outperform Tobarra on the opponent’s court 77-69. Fuenlabrada 2 managed to beat La Roda in a home game 92-84. Canarias defeated Felipe Anton on the road 91-81. Guimar was beaten by Zentro Basket on its own court 80-84. Tenerife Naut. lost to Real Madrid 2 in a road game 71-76. Getafe managed to outperform Rivas at home 70-63. SESE recorded a loss to Valls on the opponent’s court 82-70. Esparreguera defeated JAC Sants in a home game 90-79. Es Castell was beaten by Zuera on the road 78-75. Azulejos won against El Olivar on its own court 81-72. Vic outscored Andratx in a road game 86-67. Mataro Parc managed to beat Joventut 2 at home 75-61. Mollet was defeated by Manresa B on the opponent’s court 79-74. Roser beat Huerva in a home game 76-61. Inca won against Espanyol on the road 87-76. Barca 2 outscored Granollers on its own court 94-66. Helios managed to beat Castelldefels in Zaragoza 68-60. Ibiza defeated Igualada at home 68-67. Salt was beaten by Alfinden on the opponent’s court 81-71. Marbella won against Fuengirola in a home game 79-65. Unicaja-Andalucia was outscored by El Pinar on the road 91-65. Melilla managed to beat Novaschool on its own court 84-82. Jaen FS crushed Oh!Tels ULB in a road game 88-65. Jaen CB beat Murgi at home 87-73. Motril lost to La Zubia on the opponent’s court 73-85. Moraleja managed to outperform Penarroya in a home game 77-73. Gymnastica recorded a loss to Badajoz Acad. on the road 89-86. Caceres Lith.Ib. was defeated by Dos Hermanas on its own court 64-74. San Antonio was smashed by Huelva Com. in a road game 94-74. Aljaraque was destroyed by Badajoz Vitaly at home 68-93. Coria managed to outperform San Fernando on the opponent’s court 66-49. Godella was rolled over Torrent in a home game 55-81. Almassera defeated Tabernes on the road 76-64. Puerto Sagunto beat Jovens on its own court 58-55. El Pilar won against Picken Claret in Valencia 98-81. Morvedre unfortunately lost to Castello B at home 67-72. Maristas recorded a loss to Vila-Real on the opponent’s court 66-72. Paterna crushed Valencia 2 in a home game 93-73. Lucentum was smashed by Real Murcia on the road 115-93. Alginet destroyed Denia on its own court 108-65. Jorge Juan managed to outperform Carolinas in Novelda 75-67. Benidorm managed to beat Adesavi at home 78-68. Mollet defeated Barca 2 on the opponent’s court 83-76. Estudiantes was beaten by Avenida in a home game 65-75.
The most impressive performance of 20th round was 17 points and 9 rebounds by Pablo Jose Sanchez of Molina.

Murcia Juver – Molina 72-79

No shocking result in a game when first ranked Molina (22-6) beat on the road 6th ranked Murcia Juver (12-7) 79-72 on Saturday. The winners were led by center Pablo Jose Sanchez (208-1993) who scored that evening 17 points and 9 rebounds and guard Francisco Hernandez (186-2004) supported him with 10 points and 9 rebounds. Four Molina players scored in double figures. Even 14 points and 6 rebounds by Polish Przemyslaw Hartman (202-2007) did not help to save the game for Murcia Juver. Joao Neves added 13 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Molina have an impressive six-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 22-6 record. Loser Murcia Juver dropped to the fourth place with seven games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Molina will meet at home Andujar SKA (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Murcia Juver will play against Adesavi (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Murcia Juver: P.Hartman 14+6reb, F.Ramirez 13+4reb+2ast, J.Neves 13+6reb, P.Sevilla 9+2reb, D.Sarrias 9+3reb+1ast, M.Rybar 7+1ast
Molina: P.Jose Sanchez 17+9reb, G.Cadme 16+4reb, F.Hernandez 10+9reb+1ast, J.Manuel Lorca 10+3reb, P.Parra 8, J.Ignacio Tavelli 7+8reb+2ast

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Group A-A

Ulacia ZKE – Valle de Egues 57-70

Very expected game when 6th ranked Ulacia ZKE (10-10) lost to first ranked Valle de Egues (17-3) in Zarautz 57-70 on Sunday. The winners were led by power forward Javier Lacunza (203-1994, college: FAU) who scored that evening 20 points and point guard Alexander Calvo (180-1991) supported him with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Valle de Egues players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 11 points and 10 rebounds by center Imanol Arteche (200-2002) did not help to save the game for Ulacia ZKE. Center Andres Zabaleta (200-1994) added 12 points and 7 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Valle de Egues maintains first position with 17-3 record, which they share with Real Madrid 2. Loser Ulacia ZKE keeps the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Valle de Egues will meet at home Burgos (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ulacia ZKE will play against Mondragon (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ulacia ZKE: E.Errasti 14+1reb+1ast, A.Zabaleta 12+7reb+2ast, I.Arteche 11+10reb+1ast, E.Martinez 9+4reb+2ast, A.Oliveira 3+7reb+1ast, E.Andres 3+2reb+1ast
Valle de Egues: J.Lacunza 20+4reb+1ast, A.Calvo 12+8reb+5ast, A.Urtasun 12+5reb+4ast, P.Fernandez 10+4reb, E.Paradeda 5+2reb, A.Savitski 4+7reb

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LBC Cocinas – Mondragon 101-64

Very predictable result when second ranked LBC Cocinas (15-5) rolled over 8th ranked Mondragon (9-11) in Logrono 101-64 on Saturday. LBC Cocinas dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Mondragon‘s 20. They outrebounded Mondragon 48-23 including a 36-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by Eduardo Carpintero (200-1999) who scored that evening 18 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and point guard Angel Gutierrez (179-1998) supported him with 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Five LBC Cocinas players scored in double figures. LBC Cocinas’ coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points by forward Asier Perez (194-2005) did not help to save the game for Mondragon. Guard Joseba Estalayo (188-1996) added 12 points for the guests. LBC Cocinas have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Mondragon keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. LBC Cocinas will meet Cantbasket (#4) in the next round. Mondragon will play against Ulacia ZKE (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mondragon: A.Perez 16+1reb+2ast, J.Estalayo 12+1reb+2ast, A.Lorenzo 12+1reb, A.Lagunilla 6+3reb+3ast, M.Balanzategui 6+3reb+2ast, M.Zurutuza 4
LBC Cocinas: E.Carpintero 18+5reb, D.Ilincic 13+8reb, E.Reizabal 13+4reb, A.Yailo 12+5reb+2ast, A.Gutierrez 12+5reb+5ast, J.Rodriguez 10+2reb+1ast

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Solares – Cantbasket 84-81

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when one of their biggest challengers Cantbasket (11-9) was edged on the road by fifth ranked Solares (11-9) 84-81 on Sunday. The winners were led by American-Czech forward Adrian Byrd-Jelinek (198-1998, college: Academy of Art) who scored that evening 18 points and 5 rebounds and Diego Garcia (192-2000) supported him with 17 points. Solares’ coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 17 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by point guard Jon Pena (184-1997) did not help to save the game for Cantbasket. Forward Jorge Otero (195-2004) added 18 points and 9 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Solares moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams including defeated Cantbasket. Solares will meet Caja Rural (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cantbasket will play against the league’s second-placed LBC Cocinas (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cantbasket: J.Otero 18+9reb+1ast, J.Pena 17+7reb+6ast, N.Del Val 16+5reb+7ast, H.Bode 11+9reb+4ast, I.Rebergen 11+1reb+1ast, A.Reyes 6+4reb+1ast
Solares: A.Byrd-Jelinek 18+5reb+1ast, D.Garcia 17+4reb+2ast, L.Maestro 12+5reb+1ast, G.Contreras 12+3reb+6ast, O.Hernandez 10+5reb, H.Saiz-Bustamante 6+5reb+1ast

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Tabirako – Caja Rural 42-75

The game between closely ranked teams ended with thirteenth ranked Caja Rural‘s (6-14) road victory over 14th ranked Tabirako (2-18) in Durango 75-42 on Saturday. Caja Rural forced 23 Tabirako turnovers. The winners were led by Juan Lambas (188-2004) who scored that evening 17 points and Raul Popa (-2005) supported him with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Even 7 points and 12 rebounds by Osarobo Osunde did not help to save the game for Tabirako. Markel Aranzabal (198-2000) added 5 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Caja Rural moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Estudiantes and Joventut 2. Tabirako lost fourth consecutive game. Tabirako at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Pablo Laso. Caja Rural will meet at home higher ranked Solares (#5) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Tabirako will play against Pas Pielagos (#12) in Renedo de Pielagos and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Tabirako: O.Osunde 7+12reb, J.Camarero 6+3reb+1ast, L.Barruetabena 6+5reb, I.Errasti 6+2reb, M.Aranzabal 5+8reb, T.Gorritxategi 5+3reb
Caja Rural: J.Lambas 17+2reb+3ast, R.Popa 12+7reb, E.Castano 11+3reb+3ast, I.Gallardo 9+5reb+1ast, D.Paniagua 8+5reb+2ast, M.Ayala 5+1reb+1ast

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Baskonia B – Pas Pielagos 100-63

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both twelfth ranked Baskonia B and 11th ranked Pas Pielagos had identical 8-11 record. This time Baskonia B used a home court advantage and outleveled the opponent from Renedo de Pielagos 100-63 on Sunday night. Baskonia B outrebounded Pas Pielagos 45-31 including a 34-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Baskonia B made 7 blocks. The winners were led by South Sudanese power forward Abraham Bol (211-2008) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and Bulgarian Kaloyan Balkandzhiev (-2007) supported him with 17 points and 5 rebounds. Five Baskonia B players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 17 points and 11 rebounds by Senegalese center Khadim Fall (205-2000) did not help to save the game for Pas Pielagos. Forward Luis Gomez (195-2000) added 10 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Baskonia B (9-11) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Pas Pielagos dropped to the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Baskonia B will meet higher ranked Bilbao (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pas Pielagos will play against Tabirako and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pas Pielagos: K.Fall 17+11reb, L.Gomez 10+6reb+2ast, P.Fernandez 9, J.Sanchez 8+1reb+2ast, A.Garcia 6+3reb+3ast, A.Gomez 5+1reb
Baskonia B: K.Balkandzhiev 17+5reb, S.Joksimovic 14+2reb+3ast, A.Bol 14+11reb+3ast, C.Diallo 11+6reb, M.Khatiashvili 11+3reb+3ast, P.Souza 10+3reb

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Santander – Bilbao 65-54

There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Santander (9-11) beat at home higher ranked Bilbao (10-10) 65-54 on Saturday. The winners were led by American point guard Destan Williams (175-1999, college: ASU) who scored that evening 17 points and 4 assists and center Davy David (199-2001) supported him with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Even 19 points and 5 rebounds by Iker Chacon (191-2004) did not help to save the game for Bilbao. Oier De Las Heras (184-2005) added 10 points for the guests. Bilbao’s coach tested twelve players, but that didn’t help to avoid defeat in this game. Santander moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Bilbao lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Santander will meet higher ranked Redline MT (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Bilbao will play against Baskonia B and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bilbao: I.Chacon 19+5reb, O.De Las Heras 10+1reb+1ast, I.Pedrosa 5+5reb+1ast, E.Salinero 4+7reb, A.Fernandez 4+2reb+1ast, E.Ude 4+6reb
Santander: D.Williams 17+2reb+4ast, D.David 14+7reb+1ast, K.Skutyelnik 12+2reb, G.Tsulaia 8+1reb+2ast, A.Reyes 7+4reb, A.Velasco 5+7reb+1ast

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Burgos – Redline MT 82-87

Very expected game when 8th ranked Burgos (9-11) lost at home to third ranked Redline MT (14-6) 87-82 on Sunday. The winners were led by Benat Etxeberria (-2004) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 28 points and 10 rebounds and Ander Gordillo (-2005) supported him with 17 points and 5 rebounds. Even 23 points and 6 rebounds by Uruguayan Joaquin Taboada (190-2007) did not help to save the game for Burgos. French Timothe Koffo (-2001) added 11 points, 11 rebounds and 5 blocks for the hosts. Four Burgos players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Redline MT moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Burgos keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Redline MT will meet at home Santander (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Burgos will play against the league’s leader Valle de Egues in Olaz and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Burgos: J.Taboada 23+6reb+1ast, F.Nunez 15+3reb+1ast, T.Koffo 11+11reb+3ast, M.Bella 10+4reb+1ast, A.Ariza 7+3reb, J.Salinas 6+1reb+1ast
Redline MT: B.Etxeberria 28+10reb+2ast, A.Gordillo 17+5reb+2ast, U.Perez 8+5reb+4ast, A.Alda Iraola 8+7reb, A.Armendariz 7+6reb+1ast, J.Urtxulutegi 6+4reb

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Group A-B

Maceira – Chantada 81-75

There was a surprise result when fourteenth ranked Maceira (5-15) won against at home higher ranked Chantada (13-7) 81-75 on Saturday. Strangely Chantada outrebounded Maceira 50-37 including 18 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by Javier Roman (188-2000) who scored that evening 21 points and forward Jorge Aller (195-1997) supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Maceira’s coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 25 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists by point guard Carlos Noguerol (186-1993) did not help to save the game for Chantada. Center Manuel Ruano (203-2005) added 10 points and 17 rebounds for the guests. Maceira moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Chantada lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the third position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Maceira will meet higher ranked Avenida (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Chantada will play against the league’s leader Gijon Circulo and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Chantada: C.Noguerol 25+10reb+5ast, M.Alvarez 18+4reb+1ast, M.Ruano 10+17reb+2ast, J.Cerisuelo 8+5reb, N.Barreiro 7+8reb, H.Rey 4+2reb
Maceira: J.Roman 21+3reb+2ast, J.Aller 15+5reb+1ast, T.Bardasz 9+5reb, I.Gonzalez 9+6reb+1ast, J.Martinez 8+4reb, I.Besada 6+7reb+4ast

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Culleredo – Avenida 72-74

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Culleredo (8-12) was edged at home by fourth ranked Avenida (14-6) 74-72 on Saturday. Avenida made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. The winners were led by naturalized Angolan guard German Kasanzi (194-1999, college: Navarro JC) who scored that evening 17 points and 6 assists and DR Congolese center Gullit Mukendi (206-1996, agency: Promo Sport ID) supported him with 12 points and 8 rebounds. Even 12 points and 8 rebounds by Portuguese swingman Manuel Cachopas Prates (192-2001) did not help to save the game for Culleredo. Georgian point guard Luka Bulashvili (192-1998, agency: BIG) added 15 points for the hosts. Four Culleredo players scored in double figures. Avenida have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Culleredo keeps the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Avenida will meet at home Maceira (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Culleredo will play against Obradoiro S. (#7) in Santiago de Compostela and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Culleredo: L.Bulashvili 15+1reb+2ast, M.Cachopas Prates 12+8reb+1ast, R.Espinoza 11+4reb+1ast, F.Vidal 11+5reb, A.Corbacho 9+2reb+1ast, A.Diaz 7+10reb+1ast
Avenida: G.Kasanzi 17+3reb+6ast, M.Hetor 12+9reb, G.Mukendi 12+8reb+1ast, A.Garrido 8+1reb+2ast, K.Isnord 7+2reb, A.McCarthy 6

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Solgaleo – Obradoiro S. 77-85

Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Obradoiro S. (10-10) defeated 13th ranked Solgaleo (5-15) in Ourense 85-77 on Sunday. Obradoiro S. forced 20 Solgaleo turnovers. The winners were led by Argentinian forward Juan Manuel Bocca (198-2005) who scored that evening 23 points and 6 steals and point guard Alonso Grela (187-2006) supported him with 6 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Obradoiro S. players scored in double figures. Obradoiro S.’s coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even a double-double of 28 points and 14 rebounds by forward Diamond Onwuka (203-1997, college: St.Cloud St., agency: Bell Basketball) did not help to save the game for Solgaleo. Forward Seikhou Konte (190-2001) added 14 points and 4 assists for the hosts. Obradoiro S. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Solgaleo dropped to the twelfth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Obradoiro S. will meet at home Culleredo (#9) in the next round. Solgaleo will play against the league’s second-placed Marin and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Solgaleo: D.Onwuka 28+14reb+1ast, S.Konte 14+3reb+4ast, G.Preotu 9+2ast, D.Rodriguez 8+2reb+1ast, A.Barrios 7+2reb, J.Prieto 5+2reb
Obradoiro S.: J.Manuel Bocca 23+1reb+3ast, D.Serguei Maseda 16+3reb, M.Cambon 12+4reb+1ast, M.Souto 10+3reb+1ast, P.Harguindey 10+3reb+2ast, G.Gonzalez 8+4reb

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Estudiantes L. – Marin 77-95

There was no surprise when 12th ranked Estudiantes (6-14) lost to second ranked Marin (15-5) in Lugo 77-95 on Sunday. Marin dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Estudiantes L.‘ 24 and made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Estudiantes 39-24 including a 32-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The winners were led by American power forward Wildens Leveque (211-2000, college: Texas A&M) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) and American-Portuguese point guard Joey Reilly (183-2000, college: Sacred Heart) supported him with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Five Marin players scored in double figures. Even 24 points by Portuguese forward Goncalo Morais (195-2003) did not help to save the game for Estudiantes. Puerto Rican point guard Douglas Mills (188-1990, agency: Interperformances) added 15 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Marin keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Estudiantes L. keeps the twelfth place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Caja Rural and Joventut 2. Marin will meet at home Solgaleo (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Estudiantes will play against Carbajosa and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes L.: G.Morais 24+4reb+1ast, D.Mills 15+2reb+2ast, A.Hermida 8+3reb+1ast, P.Fernandez 7+1reb+1ast, D.Villadoniga 6+3reb, A.Rodriguez 5+5reb+2ast
Marin: W.Leveque 21+11reb+1ast, J.Reilly 20+5reb+3ast, D.Hogan 16+5reb+2ast, M.Varela 14+3reb+3ast, J.Cardito 12+1reb+2ast, S.van Wijk 10+6reb

gschID: 1182525

Xiria – Carbajosa 78-71

Everything could happen in Carballo at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Xiria and 11th ranked Carbajosa had identical 7-12 record. This time Xiria used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Carbajosa 78-71 on Saturday night. The winners were led by forward Ruben Rey (198-1993) who scored that evening 21 points and 5 rebounds and guard Niko Cebrian (186-2004, agency: BIG) supported him with 19 points. Even a double-double of 21 points and 20 rebounds by Senegalese Thierry Sagna did not help to save the game for Carbajosa. American point guard Willie Guy (180-2000, college: Angelo St.) added 15 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Carbajosa’s coach tested ten players, but that didn’t help to avoid defeat in this game. Xiria (8-12) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 5 other teams. Newly promoted Carbajosa dropped to the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Xiria will meet higher ranked Un.Oviedo (#5) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Carbajosa will play against Estudiantes (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Carbajosa: T.Sagna 21+20reb+1ast, W.Guy 15+5reb+3ast, G.Perez 9+7reb+2ast, A.Dinis 7+2reb, J.Moran 6, C.Teasley 5+1reb+1ast
Xiria: R.Rey 21+5reb+1ast, N.Cebrian 19+4reb+3ast, O.Thiam 15+10reb, V.Carrizo 9+8reb+6ast, D.Val 5+4reb+1ast, S.Martinez 5+1reb+4ast

gschID: 1182526

Betanzos – Un.Oviedo 65-89

Rather expected game when 8th ranked Betanzos (8-12) was smashed at home by fifth ranked Un.Oviedo (12-8) 89-65 on Sunday. Un.Oviedo made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Betanzos turnovers. The winners were led by Mali center Djigui Diarra (207-2004, agency: BIG) who scored that evening 6 points and 14 rebounds and forward Jorge Arias (201-2006) supported him with 12 points and 5 rebounds. Even 18 points and 8 rebounds by forward Pablo Sanjurjo (198-2003) did not help to save the game for Betanzos. Point guard Jorge Abelleira (180-1997) added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Un.Oviedo maintains fifth position with 12-8 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Betanzos keeps the eighth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Un.Oviedo will meet at home Xiria (#8) in the next round. Betanzos will play against Avila and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Betanzos: P.Sanjurjo 18+8reb, J.Abelleira 16+5reb+4ast, D.Martin 9+2reb+1ast, M.Rozas 5+1reb, J.Maria Moreno 5+6reb, B.Fernandez 5+4reb
Un.Oviedo: A.Gomez 15+2reb+1ast, J.Arias 12+5reb+1ast, R.Quiros 11+1reb+1ast, D.Cuetos 10+2reb+2ast, M.Fernandez 9+1ast, M.Zorrozua 7+7reb+1ast

gschID: 1182527

Gijon Circulo – Avila 91-90

Sixth-ranked Avila (11-9) was very close to win a game against first ranked Gijon Circulo (18-2). Gijon Circulo managed to secure only one-point victory 91-90. However their fans expected much easier game. Gijon Circulo made 29-of-36 charity shots (80.6 percent) during the game, while Avila only scored eight points from the stripe. Avila was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. Worth to mention a great performance of center Sergio Martinez (208-1992) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and Jamaican point guard Lance-Amir Paul (183-1998, college: TAMUCC) who added 24 points during the contest. Mario Garcia (195-2000) responded with 25 points and 5 rebounds and Hungarian forward Zsombor Vertes (196-2003, agency: Interperformances) scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Five Avila players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Gijon Circulo have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Newly promoted Gijon Circulo maintains first position with 18-2 record. Avila at the other side dropped to the fourth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Gijon Circulo will play against Chantada (#4) on the road in the next round. Avila will play against Betanzos and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Avila: M.Garcia 25+5reb+2ast, Z.Vertes 16+6reb+2ast, I.Vivero 15+4reb+1ast, J.Callenbach 13+2reb+6ast, M.Linde 13+1reb+6ast, J.Lopez 5+3reb
Gijon Circulo: L.Paul 24+3reb+1ast, S.Martinez 17+12reb+2ast, Y.Hoexum 16+2reb, S.Barros 9+3reb+6ast, M.Okafor 8+3reb+1ast, R.Fernandez 6+3reb+1ast

gschID: 1182528

Group B-A

Socuellamos – La Matanza 69-71

Very predictable result when sixth ranked La Matanza (12-8) edged on the road 12th ranked Socuellamos (5-15) 71-69 on Saturday. The winners were led by guard Jorge del Castillo (187-2002) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 assists and forward Romen Hernandez (200-1991) supported him with 13 points and 9 rebounds. La Matanza’s coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Even a double-double of 14 points and 10 rebounds by center Bassirou Gueye (200-1997) did not help to save the game for Socuellamos. Swingman Jose Abril (192-2001) added 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. La Matanza moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Newly promoted Socuellamos keeps the twelfth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. La Matanza will meet at home Corralejo (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Socuellamos will play against Talavera and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Socuellamos: C.Rodriguez 15+7reb+1ast, B.Gueye 14+10reb+2ast, J.Abril 13+6reb+5ast, J.Carlos Vilches 11+4reb+1ast, A.Arcones 8+1reb+1ast, D.Serrano 3+2reb+2ast
La Matanza: A.Navas 21+1reb, R.Hernandez 13+9reb+1ast, J.del Castillo 12+3reb+10ast, A.Perez 10+7reb+2ast, S.Ramos 7+4reb, M.Gonzalez-Monje 4+5reb+1ast

gschID: 1182704

Aridane – Talavera 71-63

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Talavera (8-12) lost to first ranked Aridane (15-5) in Los Llanos 63-71 on Saturday. Aridane outrebounded Talavera 43-32 including 28 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by swingman David Ramirez (194-2003) who scored that evening 15 points and center Alvaro Castillo (204-2000) supported him with 7 points and 9 rebounds. Even 8 points and 9 rebounds by guard Alan Morchon (188-1999) did not help to save the game for Talavera. Guard Jon Larrea (192-2005) added 12 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Aridane maintains first position with 15-5 record, which they share with 5 other teams. Talavera lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Aridane will meet Alcala (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Talavera will play against Socuellamos and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Talavera: J.Larrea 12+1reb+2ast, M.Solorzano 10+4reb, M.Ejumeta 8+4reb, A.Morchon 8+9reb+2ast, A.Vasquez 7+3reb+2ast, S.Gacic 7+5reb+2ast
Aridane: D.Ramirez 15+3reb+1ast, K.Riverol 13+2reb+1ast, D.Krohnert 10+5reb, O.Balsells 10+4reb+3ast, J.Parrondo 8+3reb+3ast, A.Castillo 7+9reb+2ast

gschID: 1182705

Alcala – Chlorella 99-81

There was a surprise result when ninth ranked Alcala (9-11) defeated at home higher ranked Chlorella (13-7) 99-81 on Saturday. Alcala made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. The winners were led by Cuban point guard Luis Bueno (180-1999) who scored that evening 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and center Eduardo Echeverria (200-2000) supported him with 13 points and 5 assists. Four Alcala players scored in double figures. Even 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists by Rodrigo Rioja (-2005) did not help to save the game for Chlorella. Jesus Santano (196-2006) added 16 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alcala moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Chlorella dropped to the third position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Alcala will meet at home league’s leader Aridane in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Chlorella will play against Real Canoe in Madrid and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Chlorella: R.Vicente 16+1reb, J.Santano 16+3reb+1ast, R.Rioja 14+5reb+7ast, A.Daushvili 7+2reb+1ast, M.Estape 6+3reb+3ast, K.Carter 5+6reb
Alcala: L.Bueno 20+6reb+4ast, A.Torres 15+1reb+2ast, V.Del Grosso 15+1reb+3ast, E.Echeverria 13+4reb+5ast, P.Fernandez 7+3reb+1ast, T.Dicko Boundi 7+5reb+1ast

gschID: 1182706

Estudiantes B – Real Canoe 95-72

There was no surprise when 4th ranked Real Canoe (13-7) was outleveled by second ranked Estudiantes B (15-5) in Madrid 95-72 on Saturday. Estudiantes B outrebounded Real Canoe 43-32 including 28 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by guard Pedro Robles (189-2006) who scored that evening 17 points and Juan Lapastora supported him with 12 points and 6 rebounds. Four Estudiantes B players scored in double figures. Even 20 points and 9 rebounds by power forward Alejandro Fortes (204-1990) did not help to save the game for Real Canoe. Jaime Perez (200-2000) added 12 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Estudiantes B have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Real Canoe dropped to the third place with seven games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Estudiantes B will meet Valsequillo (#13) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Real Canoe will play against Chlorella (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Real Canoe: A.Fortes 20+9reb, J.Perez 12+5reb+1ast, J.Wojcik 10+4reb+3ast, G.Martin 6+1ast, L.Garcia-Larrache 5+4reb+4ast, D.Manzanero 4+3reb
Estudiantes B: P.Robles 17+2reb+3ast, A.Montero 13+4ast, J.Lapastora 12+6reb+1ast, M.Sola 12+2reb+1ast, D.Fisher 10, R.Zeid 9+5reb+1ast

gschID: 1182707

Tres Cantos – Valsequillo 75-66

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Tres Cantos (14-6) beat at home 13th ranked Valsequillo (5-15) 75-66 on Saturday. The winners were led by Jorge Dominguez (-2001) who scored that evening 23 points and 6 rebounds and forward Fidel Gomez (197-1999) supported him with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Tres Cantos’ coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by Fabian Diaz (-2006) did not help to save the game for Valsequillo. Center Alberto Redondo (209-2002) added 12 points and 17 rebounds for the guests. Tres Cantos have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Valsequillo dropped to the twelfth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Tres Cantos will meet Dist.Olimpico (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Valsequillo will play against the league’s second-placed Estudiantes B and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Valsequillo: F.Diaz 23+6reb+5ast, A.Redondo 12+17reb+3ast, J.Jimenez 10+8reb, A.Alonso 8+2reb, P.Sanchez 7+4ast, E.Vidal 3+4reb
Tres Cantos: J.Dominguez 23+6reb+1ast, F.Gomez 15+7reb, J.Molina 11+1reb, G.Diaz 8+7reb+4ast, A.Simon 6+1reb, G.Lardies 4+6reb

gschID: 1182708

Guadalajara – Dist.Olimpico 80-73

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 8th ranked Dist.Olimpico‘s (9-11) road loss to seventh ranked Guadalajara (11-9) 73-80 on Saturday. The winners were led by guard Victor Alonso (184-2001) who scored that evening 20 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and Slovenian guard Urban Hrovat (188-2001) supported him with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Even 13 points by swingman Pablo Ballespin (191-2003) did not help to save the game for Dist.Olimpico. Guard Diego Guijarro (188-2002) added 10 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guadalajara moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Dist.Olimpico keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Guadalajara will meet Pablo Laso (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Dist.Olimpico will play against Tres Cantos (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dist.Olimpico: P.Ballespin 13+3reb+1ast, D.Guijarro 10+5reb+1ast, M.Perez 9+4reb+2ast, L.Alonso 8+1reb+1ast, I.Gonzalez 7+1ast, M.Alonso 6+4reb
Guadalajara: V.Alonso 20+2reb+3ast, L.Valera 14+4reb+2ast, U.Hrovat 13+6reb+2ast, F.Diaz 8+5reb+1ast, D.Almenara 7, W.Diaz 6+3reb+2ast

gschID: 1182709

Corralejo – Pablo Laso 74-70

Rather predictable result when tenth ranked Corralejo (9-11) won against at home 14th ranked Pablo Laso (2-18) 74-70 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Corralejo outrebounded Pablo Laso 50-38 including 36 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by American-Nigerian Manny Ogunfolu (201-1989, college: S.Indiana, agency: Interperformances) who scored that evening 23 points and 8 rebounds and guard Gonzalo Guerra (196-2003) supported him with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Four Corralejo players scored in double figures. Even 17 points and 9 rebounds by forward Santiago Fernandez (195-2000) did not help to save the game for Pablo Laso. Liam Krispin added 19 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. Pablo Laso’s coach tested ten players, but that didn’t help to avoid defeat in this game. Corralejo moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Pablo Laso lost seventh consecutive game. Pablo Laso at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the fourteenth position with 18 games lost. They share it with Tabirako. Corralejo will meet higher ranked La Matanza (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Pablo Laso will play against Guadalajara (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Pablo Laso: L.Krispin 19+6reb+1ast, S.Fernandez 17+9reb+3ast, A.Laso 9+2reb+3ast, O.Hadi 8+4reb+1ast, L.Dalla Costa 8+1reb+1ast, M.Cronogorac 4+5reb
Corralejo: M.Ogunfolu 23+8reb+3ast, G.Guerra 18+10reb+3ast, A.Canas-Balina 16+6reb, M.Hermoso 12+14reb+1ast, P.Diop 4+8reb+6ast, A.Chacon 1+1reb+2ast

gschID: 1182710

Group B-B

El Ventero – Mostoles 71-57

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Mostoles (10-10) lost to ninth ranked El Ventero (10-10) in Villarrobledo 57-71 on Saturday. The winners were led by naturalized Colombian power forward Jhan Paul Mejia (208-1994, college: Charleston, agency: Helping Ballers) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and naturalized Dominican guard Sdenry Gonzalez (187-2002) supported him with 20 points and 5 rebounds. El Ventero’s coach Manuel Jimenez used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 17 points and 7 rebounds by forward Guillermo Guerreiro (192-2002) did not help to save the game for Mostoles. Serbian guard Simeon Stefanovic (191-2006) added 11 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) for the guests. El Ventero moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Mostoles. El Ventero will meet higher ranked Quintanar (#4) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mostoles will play against the league’s second-placed Getafe and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mostoles: G.Guerreiro 17+7reb+1ast, S.Stefanovic 11+3reb+1ast, C.Gana 10+4reb, J.Luis Ayala 4+4reb, D.Marinez 4+5reb, D.Tolosa 4+6reb
El Ventero: S.Gonzalez 20+5reb+3ast, J.Paul Mejia 17+11reb+3ast, J.Atienza 7+7reb+8ast, A.Caulin 7+2reb, G.Rodriguez 6+1reb+1ast, L.Hokanson 6+2reb+1ast

gschID: 1182886

Tobarra – Quintanar 69-77

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked Quintanar (12-7) defeated on the road 13th ranked Tobarra (5-15) 77-69 on Saturday. The winners were led by forward Adrian Mendez (195-1993) who scored that evening 25 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Chris Murray (198-2000, college: Embry Riddle) supported him with 19 points. Even a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds by Guinean Jose Antonio Nve (-2005) did not help to save the game for Tobarra. Naturalized Venezuelan point guard Brayan Gonzalez (178-2005) added 17 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Quintanar have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Tobarra dropped to the twelfth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Quintanar will meet at home El Ventero (#7) in the next round. Tobarra will play against La Roda (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tobarra: J.Antonio Nve 18+14reb+1ast, B.Gonzalez 17+3reb+3ast, J.Sola 8+5reb, C.Luis 8+6reb, F.Ferraria-Amici 7+5reb, R.Sanahuja 4+1ast
Quintanar: A.Mendez 25+8reb+3ast, C.Murray 19+4reb+3ast, G.Zalazar 13+5reb, D.Ibarlucea 5+2reb+1ast, M.Mije 4+2reb, S.Val Gutierrez 4+4reb+3ast

gschID: 1182887

Fuenlabrada 2 – La Roda 92-84

There was an upset when higher ranked La Roda (13-7) lost to fourteenth ranked Fuenlabrada 2 (5-15) in Madrid 84-92 on Saturday. The winners were led by swingman Asier Miguel Torrero (195-2006) who scored that evening 27 points and forward David Damian (193-2005) supported him with 20 points and 9 rebounds. Even a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds by Polish power forward Bartlomiej Pietras (211-1998, agency: Octagon Europe) did not help to save the game for La Roda. Russian Makar Voronin (198-2005) added 18 points and 6 assists for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. La Roda’s coach tested ten players, but that didn’t help to avoid defeat in this game. Fuenlabrada 2 moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser La Roda keeps the third position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Fuenlabrada 2 will meet higher ranked Canarias (#6) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. La Roda will play against Tobarra and hope to secure a win and be promoted back to the Segunda FEB just one year after relegation.
Top scorers:
La Roda: M.Voronin 18+2reb+6ast, P.Lopez 16+5reb+1ast, B.Pietras 15+12reb+2ast, K.Salam N’Kosi 13+3reb+5ast, J.Vaquero 8+3reb+2ast, M.Niang 7+3reb+1ast
Fuenlabrada 2: A.Miguel Torrero 27+4reb+1ast, D.Damian 20+9reb+1ast, P.Rodriguez 15+2reb+10ast, D.Iyoha 11+4reb, M.Perez 9+3ast, H.Perez 6+6reb+3ast

gschID: 1182888

Felipe Anton – Canarias 81-91

No shocking result in a game when seventh ranked Canarias (10-9) beat 11th ranked Felipe Anton (7-13) in La Palma 91-81 on Saturday. The winners were led by Babel Lipasi (-2008) who scored that evening 19 points and 9 rebounds and Rafael Rodriguez (-2006) supported him with 20 points and 4 assists. Four Canarias players scored in double figures. Even 11 points and 4 assists by center Eloy Domenech (193-2003) did not help to save the game for Felipe Anton. Gerard Mejia (200-2002) added 7 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Canarias moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Es Castell. Felipe Anton lost fourth consecutive game. Felipe Anton at the other side, also newcomer in the league, dropped to the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Canarias will meet at home Fuenlabrada 2 (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Felipe Anton will play against Zentro Basket in Madrid and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Felipe Anton: R.Revelles 13+1reb+1ast, E.Domenech 11+2reb+4ast, G.Sola 10+2reb, D.Sheriff 10+6reb, V.Julio Taveras 9+6reb+1ast, E.Circuns 8+1ast
Canarias: R.Rodriguez 20+3reb+4ast, B.Lipasi 19+9reb+3ast, D.Fernandez 12+3reb+3ast, M.Sangare 11+3reb, M.Konare 8+3reb+1ast, A.Guerra 5+3reb+1ast

gschID: 1182889

Guimar – Zentro Basket 80-84

Rather expected game when 12th ranked Guimar (5-13) lost at home to tenth ranked Zentro Basket (9-11) 84-80 on Saturday. The winners were led by Nouhou Maiga who scored that evening 20 points and 9 rebounds and swingman Ignacio Ballespin (194-1998) supported him with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Even 18 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists by Eduardo Perdomo (192-1992) did not help to save the game for Guimar. Argentinian-German center Christian Bihurriet (207-2000) added 14 points and 10 rebounds for the hosts. Four Guimar players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Zentro Basket moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Guimar dropped to the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Novaschool and Real Murcia. Zentro Basket will meet at home Felipe Anton (#11) in the next round. Guimar will play against Tenerife Naut. in Santa Cruz and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Guimar: E.Perdomo 18+5reb+6ast, P.Perdomo 15+4reb+1ast, C.Bihurriet 14+10reb, I.Lucente 12+4reb, G.Campos 9+3reb, M.Vincitorio 7+4reb
Zentro Basket: N.Maiga 20+9reb, I.Ballespin 18+7reb+3ast, A.Huelves 11+4reb+2ast, A.Keita 9+4reb, J.Anike 8+1reb, J.Vaquero 7+2reb

gschID: 1182890

Real Madrid 2 – Tenerife Naut. 76-71

Rather predictable result when first ranked Real Madrid 2 (17-3) won against at home 4th ranked Tenerife Naut. (12-8) 76-71 on Saturday. The winners were led by Latvian forward Gunars Grinvalds (200-2008) who scored that evening 13 points and 6 rebounds and Latvian guard Adrians Andzevs (188-2007) supported him with 12 points and 4 assists. Four Real Madrid 2 players scored in double figures. Even 28 points and 8 rebounds by forward Javier Herreros (198-1994) did not help to save the game for Tenerife Naut.. Swingman Imobach Gonzalez (193-1993) added 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Real Madrid 2 have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-3 record, which they share with Valle de Egues. Loser Tenerife Naut. dropped to the fifth place with eight games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Real Madrid 2 will meet Rivas (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tenerife Naut. will play against Guimar (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tenerife Naut.: J.Herreros 28+8reb, I.Gonzalez 20+6reb+4ast, A.Omeragic 8+5reb+2ast, M.Molina 4+3reb+2ast, E.Gandara 4+1reb, J.Lorenzo 3+1reb
Real Madrid 2: A.Bjelic 15+3reb, G.Grinvalds 13+6reb, A.Andzevs 12+2reb+4ast, E.Hadji Gueye 11+5reb, A.Ona Embo 11+1reb+2ast, G.Gimenez 8+4reb+3ast

gschID: 1182891

Getafe – Rivas 70-63

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Rivas (9-11) lost to second ranked Getafe (14-6) in Madrid 63-70 on Saturday. Getafe forced 21 Rivas turnovers. Strangely Rivas outrebounded Getafe 47-34 including 16 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by Jorge Tejera (200-1992) who scored that evening 24 points and 8 rebounds and center Pablo Rodrigo (204-1986) supported him with 8 points and 11 rebounds. Even 7 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists by point guard Pablo Perez (182-1997) did not help to save the game for Rivas. Point guard Daniel Lorenzo (181-1993) added 9 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Newly promoted Getafe maintains second position with 14-6 record having 9 victories less than leader Gijon Circulo, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Rivas keeps the eighth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 11 other teams. Getafe will meet Mostoles (#8) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Rivas will play against the league’s leader Real Madrid 2 and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rivas: G.Lozano 10+2reb+1ast, P.Estebanez 10+2reb, D.Garcia Casarrubios 9+6reb, D.Lorenzo 9+4reb+3ast, P.Lopez 7+1reb, P.Perez 7+7reb+4ast
Getafe: J.Tejera 24+8reb+1ast, J.Parra 14+1reb+2ast, M.Alvarez 9+5reb+2ast, E.Ortiz 8+3reb+1ast, P.Rodrigo 8+11reb+1ast, B.Gago 3+1reb+1ast

gschID: 1182892

Group C-A

Valls – SESE 82-70

The game between closely ranked teams ended with ninth ranked Valls‘ (8-11) home victory over 10th ranked SESE (7-13) 82-70 on Saturday. Valls outrebounded SESE 43-29 including 29 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by naturalized Brazilian forward Marcus Toledo (203-1986) who scored that evening 14 points and 7 rebounds and forward David Loras (204-2002) supported him with 13 points and 8 rebounds. Even 18 points and 4 assists by Marti Corbera (-2004) did not help to save the game for SESE. Forward Alex Aguado (191-2001) added 21 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Valls moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Melilla and Aljaraque. SESE lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Valls will meet JAC Sants (#7) in the next round. SESE will play against Mataro Parc and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
SESE: A.Aguado 21+2reb+1ast, M.Corbera 18+4reb+4ast, A.Abello 6+2reb+2ast, A.Recio 6+5reb+1ast, F.Vilar 5+5reb+3ast, A.Jaime 5+1reb+1ast
Valls: O.Besora 14+1reb+2ast, M.Toledo 14+7reb+2ast, D.Loras 13+8reb+1ast, J.Llagostera 9+3ast, P.Pages 6+5reb+3ast, M.Buscail 6+6reb

gschID: 1183068

Esparreguera – JAC Sants 90-79

There was no surprise when 6th ranked JAC Sants (10-10) lost on the road to third ranked Esparreguera (14-6) 90-79 on Saturday. Esparreguera forced 19 JAC Sants turnovers and outrebounded them 38-24 including a 15-1 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by guard Jeremy Martin (185-1998) who scored that evening 20 points and Xavier Rosas (-2003) supported him with 11 points and 5 rebounds. Martin is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even 11 points and 8 rebounds by Marc Mestres (-2004) did not help to save the game for JAC Sants. Marcel Ninot (-1993) added 15 points for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Esparreguera have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. JAC Sants at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the sixth position with ten games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Esparreguera will meet Es Castell (#6) on the road in the next round. JAC Sants will play against Valls and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
JAC Sants: M.Ninot 15+3reb, M.Pages 13+1reb+2ast, M.Mestres 11+8reb+2ast, M.Palau 10+2reb+2ast, I.Vives 8+3reb+1ast, J.Rodriguez 8+1reb+1ast
Esparreguera: J.Martin 20+1reb+3ast, P.Campana 12+1reb+1ast, X.Rosas 11+5reb+3ast, J.Sole 11+5reb, D.Roy Carnicer 10+4reb+3ast, R.Melgarejo 9+4reb+4ast

gschID: 1183069

Zuera – Es Castell 78-75

There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Zuera (7-13) edged at home higher ranked Es Castell (10-9) 78-75 on Saturday. The winners were led by Cuban guard Raudelis Guerra (191-1993) who scored that evening 22 points and 4 steals and Senegalese Mouhamed Diallo (-2002) supported him with 11 points and 6 rebounds. Zuera’s coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even a double-double of 13 points and 12 rebounds by forward Josep Gascon (200-2001) did not help to save the game for Es Castell. Guard Carlos Gil (185-1993) added 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Zuera moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Es Castell keeps the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Canarias. Zuera will meet higher ranked El Olivar (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Es Castell will play against Esparreguera and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Es Castell: C.Gil 17+5reb+4ast, J.Gascon 13+12reb+2ast, S.Llufriu 10+2reb, R.Gomez 10+1reb+1ast, S.Ndoye 8+9reb, M.Duch 8+4reb
Zuera: R.Guerra 22+2reb+2ast, M.Diallo 11+6reb, E.Kiris 10+4reb+1ast, A.Pedros 9+1reb+4ast, V.Alijarde 7+2reb, L.Martinez 5+2reb+3ast

gschID: 1183070

Azulejos – El Olivar 81-72

Very expected game when 8th ranked El Olivar (9-11) lost to fourth ranked Azulejos (13-6) in Zaragoza 72-81 on Saturday. Azulejos forced 20 El Olivar turnovers. The winners were led by American guard Zion Williams (193-1998, college: Gardner-Webb) who scored that evening 24 points, 5 assists and 6 steals and Eduardo Ibanez (191-2003) supported him with 15 points. Williams is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even 17 points and 7 rebounds by Daniel Munoz (-2003, agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for El Olivar. Argentinian guard Felipe Minzer (195-2007) added 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Four El Olivar players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Azulejos moved-up to third place, which they share with Marbella. Loser El Olivar keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Azulejos will meet league’s second-placed L’Hospitalet on the road in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. El Olivar will play against Zuera (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
El Olivar: D.Munoz 17+7reb+1ast, A.Sistac 13+2reb+3ast, A.Rodriguez 12+6reb, F.Minzer 12+6reb+4ast, P.Ferri 4+4reb+1ast, J.Garcia 4+1reb+2ast
Azulejos: Z.Williams 24+4reb+5ast, E.Ibanez 15+3reb+2ast, D.Arjol 10+2reb+3ast, G.Colom 9+2reb+1ast, R.Borges 9+5reb, M.Ndiaye 8+9reb+2ast

gschID: 1183071

Navas – L’Hospitalet 79-86

gschID: 1183072

Andratx – Vic 67-86

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Vic (12-8) rolled over on the road 14th ranked Andratx (3-17) 86-67 on Saturday. Vic outrebounded Andratx 44-29 including a 17-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Vic shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. The winners were led by Pol Rios (-2004) who scored that evening 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Norwegian Valen Tejada (-2000) supported him with 17 points. Vic’s coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 16 points (was perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line !!!) by Jaume Sastre (-2004) did not help to save the game for Andratx. Carlos Terrasa added 7 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. Vic have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 12-8 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Andratx lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with 17 games lost. Vic will meet at home league’s leader Navas in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Andratx will play against Joventut 2 (#13) in Badalona and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Andratx: J.Sastre 16+2reb+3ast, D.Alzamora 11+3reb, P.Fluxa 10+4reb+1ast, A.Bennasar 9+5reb+1ast, J.Antonio Serra 8+4reb+2ast, C.Terrasa 7+8reb+1ast
Vic: P.Rios 18+6reb+6ast, V.Tejada 17+3reb, A.Simon 10+4reb+4ast, D.Vidal 8+1reb+2ast, M.Cruz 8+2reb+1ast, D.Nguba 7+6reb

gschID: 1183073

Mataro Parc – Joventut 2 75-61

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 12th ranked Joventut 2 (6-14) lost on the road to thirteenth ranked Mataro Parc (6-13) 75-61 on Wednesday. The winners were led by forward Arnau Peiro (195-2004) who scored that evening 11 points and 7 rebounds and forward Imanol Martinez (195-2000) supported him with 10 points and 6 rebounds. Even a double-double of 11 points and 15 rebounds by center Ian Platteeuw (210-2007) did not help to save the game for Joventut 2. Latvian guard Helmuts Petrovics (191-2007) added 17 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mataro Parc moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Oh!Tels ULB. Loser Joventut 2 keeps the twelfth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Estudiantes and Caja Rural. Mataro Parc will meet SESE (#10) in the next round. Joventut 2 will play against Andratx and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Joventut 2: H.Petrovics 17+1reb+3ast, H.Ruiz 13+5reb+1ast, I.Platteeuw 11+15reb+2ast, S.Merebashvili 8+6reb, P.Majoral 5+1reb+2ast, T.Kekenbosch 5+2reb+1ast
Mataro Parc: A.Peiro 11+7reb, I.Martinez 10+6reb+2ast, A.Diez 10+2reb, P.Bassas 9+3reb+2ast, B.Alvarez 8+2reb+2ast, J.Castillo 7+3reb+1ast

gschID: 1183074

Group C-B

Manresa B – Mollet 79-74

There was a small surprise when third ranked Manresa B (15-5) defeated at home top-ranked Mollet (16-4) 79-74 on Saturday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Manresa B forced 19 Mollet turnovers. Strangely Mollet outrebounded Manresa B 46-33 including 21 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by Jan Pumarola (204-2006) who scored that evening 20 points and 7 rebounds and guard Max Gaspa (190-2006) supported him with 11 points and 5 assists. Even a double-double of 18 points and 18 rebounds by forward Ignasi Belver (197-1994) did not help to save the game for Mollet. Center Angel Soto (205-1990) added 12 points and 13 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Manresa B have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Mollet still keeps top place with four games lost. They share the position with L’Hospitalet. Manresa B will meet Huerva (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mollet will play against Alfinden (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mollet: I.Belver 18+18reb+1ast, A.Soto 12+13reb+1ast, B.McDonald 11, J.Auro 9+3reb+1ast, N.Marin 9+5reb+1ast, A.Valle 5+3reb+2ast
Manresa B: J.Pumarola 20+7reb, M.Gaspa 11+2reb+5ast, G.Fernandez 10+2reb, F.Torreblanca 8+4reb+1ast, G.Naspler 7+3reb+1ast, M.Rosell 7+3reb+3ast

gschID: 1183250

Roser – Huerva 76-61

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 8th ranked Huerva‘s (9-11) road loss to seventh ranked Roser (11-9) 61-76 on Saturday. The winners were led by forward Sergi Tubert (195-1991) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and Miquel Puig (192-2000) supported him with 16 points. Even 21 points and 6 rebounds by Fernando Gaspar (-2003) did not help to save the game for Huerva. Paraguayan center William Burgos (-2002) added 9 points and 11 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Roser moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Huerva keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 11 other teams. Roser will meet Inca (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Huerva will play against the league’s second-placed Manresa B and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Huerva: F.Gaspar 21+6reb, J.Lacruz 11+1reb+6ast, W.Burgos 9+11reb, J.Fernandez 8+10reb+1ast, B.Franco 4+1reb, S.Sanchez-Ferragut 3+1reb+2ast
Roser: M.Puig 16+4reb+1ast, S.Tubert 12+10reb+2ast, A.Montalvo 10+7reb+2ast, P.Parisi 8+4reb, R.Verano 8+1reb+1ast, P.Santiago 7+5reb+4ast

gschID: 1183251

Espanyol – Inca 76-87

No shocking result in a game when eleventh ranked Inca (7-13) beat 13th ranked Espanyol (4-16) in Barcelona 87-76 on Saturday. The winners were led by power forward Carlos Poyatos (207-1994) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 rebounds and guard Luis Sanchez (189-1996) supported him with 18 points and 5 rebounds. Even 16 points and 9 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) by forward Arnau Ramos (201-2004) did not help to save the game for Espanyol. Guard Alex Martin (184-2004) added 15 points for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Inca moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Espanyol lost eighth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 16 games lost. Inca will meet at home higher ranked Roser (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Espanyol will play against Granollers (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Espanyol: A.Ramos 16+9reb, A.Martin 15+4reb+2ast, D.Iruela 10+3reb+4ast, B.Bonet 10+5reb+1ast, P.Truno 7+6reb+3ast, V.De Haro 7+5reb
Inca: L.Sanchez 18+5reb+3ast, C.Poyatos 18+11reb+2ast, J.Riera 12+1reb+1ast, P.Lluis Llabres 12+7reb+1ast, X.Andreu 10+7reb+1ast, P.Cami 7+2reb+4ast

gschID: 1183252

Barca 2 – Granollers 94-66

Very expected game when 10th ranked Granollers (8-12) was smashed by fourth ranked Barca 2 (14-6) in Barcelona 94-66 on Sunday. Barca 2 dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Granollers‘ 34. They outrebounded Granollers 44-31 including 16 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by Lithuanian center Arturas Butajevas (208-2007) who scored that evening 25 points and 9 rebounds and Jakob Siftar supported him with 12 points and 5 assists. Even 8 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by Carles Homs (196-1996) did not help to save the game for Granollers. Point guard Oscar Heras (181-1999) added 16 points for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Barca 2 moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Granollers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with 12 games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Barca 2 will meet Helios (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Granollers will play against Espanyol (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Granollers: O.Heras 16+2reb, S.Serrataco 9+2reb+1ast, C.Homs 8+8reb+4ast, M.Torne 8+7reb, J.Juarez 7+1reb+1ast, G.Prat 6+1ast
Barca 2: A.Butajevas 25+9reb, D.Ferreras 13+5reb+1ast, A.Kone 13, J.Siftar 12+4reb+5ast, M.Grujicic 9+5reb+2ast, S.Keita 8+9reb+2ast

gschID: 1183253

Castelldefels – Helios 60-68

There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked Helios (5-15) won against on the road second-ranked Castelldefels (15-5) 68-60 on Sunday. The winners were led by British center Haydn Ling (212-2002) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and forward Hugo Cano (195-1993) supported him with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Even 13 points and 9 rebounds by guard Daniel Tugores (185-1995) did not help to save the game for Castelldefels. Forward Eric Manes (194-1987) added 11 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. Castelldefels’ coach tested ten players, but that didn’t help to avoid defeat in this game. Helios moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Castelldefels still keeps top position with five games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Helios will meet at home higher ranked Barca 2 (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Castelldefels will play against Igualada and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Castelldefels: D.Tugores 13+9reb+2ast, G.Rodriguez 13+1reb+2ast, E.Manes 11+8reb+1ast, A.Cruz 6+2reb+1ast, P.Saiz 6+3reb+1ast, A.Vicente 5+4reb
Helios: H.Cano 15+6reb+2ast, H.Ling 14+12reb, F.Cobos 8+7reb+1ast, R.Perez 8+7reb+4ast, P.Urgel 8+2reb+2ast, D.Gros 5+3ast

gschID: 1183254

Ibiza – Igualada 68-67

There was an upset when higher ranked Igualada (11-9) was edged on the road by ninth ranked Ibiza (9-11) 68-67 on Saturday. Ibiza had a 31-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by the former international power forward Nacho Martin (205-1983) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds and forward Javier Medori (202-1993) supported him with 13 points and 8 rebounds. Five Ibiza players scored in double figures. Even 14 points and 7 rebounds by center Marc Bernadi (205-1993) did not help to save the game for Igualada. Carles Fons (189-1991) added 16 points and 4 steals for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Ibiza have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 11 other teams. Loser Igualada dropped to the fourth position with nine games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Ibiza will meet Salt (#12) on the road in the next round. Igualada will play against Castelldefels (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Igualada: C.Fons 16+4reb, M.Bernadi 14+7reb, E.Tejero 13+1reb, A.Cumelles 6+4reb, S.Quintana 6+4reb+2ast, M.Aliaga 4+3reb
Ibiza: N.Martin 20+16reb+1ast, J.Medori 13+8reb, V.Cebria 11+2reb, H.Ramon 10+3reb+5ast, J.Rosa 10+5reb+5ast, M.Palacios 2+2reb

gschID: 1183255

Alfinden – Salt 81-71

Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Alfinden (11-9) defeated 12th ranked Salt (5-15) in Zaragoza 81-71 on Saturday. Alfinden forced 21 Salt turnovers. The winners were led by American center Travion Leonard (203-1993, college: Barry, agency: Interperformances) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points and 15 rebounds and the other American import forward Martin Smith (196-1993, college: Lipscomb) supported him with 21 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Even 17 points and 6 rebounds by power forward Joan Llinas (200-2004) did not help to save the game for Salt. Pol Campeny (-2005) added 14 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Alfinden have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Salt lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth position with 15 games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Alfinden will meet league’s leader Mollet on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Salt will play against Ibiza (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Salt: J.Llinas 17+6reb, P.Campeny 14+2reb, U.Sanchez 9, M.Coll 8+3reb+3ast, J.Campeny 7+6reb+1ast, M.Vancea 6+6reb
Alfinden: M.Smith 21+3reb+3ast, J.Antonio Malo 19+5reb, T.Leonard 10+15reb+2ast, G.Rodriguez 9+4reb+2ast, D.Cortes 8+1reb+4ast, S.Menendez 6+1reb

gschID: 1183256

Group D-A

Marbella – Fuengirola 79-65

There was no surprise when 7th ranked Fuengirola (7-12) lost on the road to third ranked Marbella (13-6) 79-65 on Saturday. Marbella outrebounded Fuengirola 39-26 including 30 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by American-Italian power forward Christopher Mortellaro (208-1982, college: Drury, agency: BIG) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds and guard Pedro Lopez (187-2000) supported him with 13 points and 6 assists. Even 14 points and 7 rebounds by Rafael Vidales (191-2003) did not help to save the game for Fuengirola. Forward Daniel Terron (191-1998) added 11 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Marbella maintains third position with 13-6 record having 10 victories less than leader Gijon Circulo, which they share with Azulejos. Fuengirola lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Unicaja-Andalucia. Marbella will meet Unicaja-Andalucia (#7) in the next round. Fuengirola will play against La Zubia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Fuengirola: R.Vidales 14+7reb+1ast, D.Terron 11+4reb+2ast, J.Vigara 8+1reb+3ast, A.Mayor 8+2reb+4ast, R.Wolkowyski 8, D.Guaita 5+7reb+1ast
Marbella: P.Lopez 13+3reb+6ast, J.Leganovic 11+6reb+2ast, C.Mortellaro 11+10reb+1ast, J.Aguera 9+2reb+1ast, L.Rodriguez 8+1reb+1ast, P.Rodriguez 8+2reb+2ast

gschID: 1240365

El Pinar – Unicaja-Andalucia 91-65

No shocking result in a game when second ranked El Pinar (16-2) crushed at home 6th ranked Unicaja-Andalucia (7-12) 91-65 on Saturday. El Pinar dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Unicaja-Andalucia‘s 26. El Pinar forced 21 Unicaja-Andalucia turnovers and outrebounded them 38-25 including 26 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by forward Pablo Ibanez (198-1993) who scored that evening 22 points and 4 assists and Iker Ruiz (-2003) supported him with 17 points. Four El Pinar players scored in double figures. Even 22 points and 6 rebounds by forward Alfonso Rodriguez (205-2008) did not help to save the game for Unicaja-Andalucia. Guard Daniel Carrasco (188-2008) added 11 points and 4 assists for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. El Pinar have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 16-2 record having eighteen points less than leader Gijon Circulo. Unicaja-Andalucia lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Fuengirola. El Pinar will meet Novaschool (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Unicaja-Andalucia will play against Marbella (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Unicaja-Andalucia: A.Rodriguez 22+6reb+3ast, D.Carrasco 11+2reb+4ast, M.Trujillo 8+3reb+2ast, A.Nuno 7+2reb, J.Ortega 5+2reb+2ast, M.Nimaga 4+5reb
El Pinar: P.Ibanez 22+1reb+4ast, I.Ruiz 17+4reb+1ast, D.Stachovskij 14+4reb+2ast, J.Garcia 11+4reb, J.Javier Munoz 6+4reb, A.Moreno 6+1reb

gschID: 1240366

Melilla – Novaschool 84-82

Rather expected game when 11th ranked Novaschool (5-13) was edged on the road by eighth ranked Melilla (8-11) 84-82 on Saturday. Melilla forced 21 Novaschool turnovers. The winners were led by Georgian center Nika Ratiani (216-2002) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds and Javier Bosch (-2007) supported him with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Five Melilla players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds by American Alex Jackson (200-1984, college: UMSL) did not help to save the game for Novaschool. Emilio Trujillo added 17 points and 4 assists for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Melilla have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Valls and Aljaraque. Novaschool lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Real Murcia and Guimar. Melilla will meet league’s leader Jaen FS on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Novaschool will play against the league’s second-placed El Pinar (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Novaschool: A.Jackson 20+12reb+2ast, E.Trujillo 17+3reb+4ast, L.Vivar 17+3reb+1ast, A.Vazquez 8+12reb, O.Diaz 5+4reb+2ast, M.Ochogavia 4+3reb
Melilla: J.Bosch 17+8reb, S.Curbelo 14+3reb+2ast, N.Ratiani 13+12reb, V.Fernandez 11+4reb+2ast, J.Verkerk 11+7reb+3ast, A.Armstrong 8+6reb+1ast

gschID: 1240367

Oh!Tels ULB – Jaen FS 65-88

Very predictable result when first ranked Jaen FS (17-1) rolled over 10th ranked Oh!Tels ULB (6-13) in La Linea 88-65 on Saturday. Jaen FS outrebounded Oh!Tels ULB 42-31 including 16 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by power forward Miracle Bamadu (201-2006) who scored that evening 14 points and 5 rebounds and guard Pau Sala (194-2004) supported him with 9 points and 4 assists. Even 12 points and 8 rebounds by forward Andres Diaz (205-1996) did not help to save the game for Oh!Tels ULB. Victor Chernodolia (188-1998) added 13 points for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Jaen FS have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 17-1 record. Loser Oh!Tels ULB keeps the tenth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Mataro Parc. Jaen FS will meet at home Melilla (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Oh!Tels ULB will play against Murgi (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Oh!Tels ULB: V.Chernodolia 13+3reb+3ast, A.Diaz 12+8reb+1ast, J.Lopez 11+1reb, A.Caballero 8+3reb+1ast, A.Mateos 8, L.Furlan 5+1reb
Jaen FS: M.Bamadu 14+5reb+1ast, L.Sigismonti 10+3reb+1ast, P.Sala 9+3reb+4ast, R.Sanches 9+5reb, K.Delgado 9+3reb+2ast, A.Aleman 9+2reb+3ast

gschID: 1240368

Jaen CB – Murgi 87-73

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Murgi (4-13) lost to fourth ranked Jaen CB (12-7) in Jean 73-87 on Saturday. The winners were led by power forward Javier Martinez (200-2003) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and point guard Ivan Casas (185-2002) supported him with 17 points and 4 assists. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Bernardo Gimenez (196-2002) did not help to save the game for Murgi. Power forward Dario Reyes (-2005) added 14 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Four Murgi players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jaen CB maintains fourth position with 12-7 record, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Murgi keeps the twelfth place with 13 games lost. Jaen CB will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Murgi will play against Oh!Tels ULB (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Murgi: J.Yelamos 17+3reb+1ast, D.Reyes 14+8reb, F.Ambrosoni 12+3reb+3ast, B.Gimenez 11+7reb+5ast, D.Martinez 7+1reb, J.Martin Cajelli 6+13reb+1ast
Jaen CB: J.Martinez 21+12reb+2ast, F.Jose Lopez 18+1reb+2ast, I.Casas 17+3reb+4ast, P.Carvajal 8+4reb, J.Valero 6+2reb, L.Rodriguez 5+3reb+1ast

gschID: 1240369

La Zubia – Motril 85-73

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked La Zubia (9-9) defeated at home 12th ranked Motril (2-4) 85-73 on Saturday. La Zubia outrebounded Motril 55-36 including 16 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by point guard David Garcia Gazquez (180-1993) who scored that evening 28 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Eloy Almazan (199-1984) supported him with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Even 20 points and 8 rebounds by Marcos Vigo (191-1998) did not help to save the game for Motril. Forward Alberto Perez (193-1998) added 13 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Four Motril players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. La Zubia maintains fifth position with 9-9 record. Newly promoted Motril dropped to the thirteenth place with four games lost. La Zubia will meet Fuengirola (#8) on the road in the next round. Motril will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Motril: M.Vigo 20+8reb, P.Villanueva 15+1reb, A.Perez 13+8reb, A.Lopes 11+5reb, A.Bualo 9+5reb+5ast, M.Mansouri 3+2reb
La Zubia: D.Garcia Gazquez 28+9reb+6ast, E.Almazan 16+9reb+2ast, A.Bortolussi 9+5reb+5ast, R.Pereira 9+7reb+1ast, A.Moreno 7+8reb, O.Cerda 4+4reb

gschID: 1240370

Group D-B

Moraleja – Penarroya 77-73

There was an upset when higher ranked Penarroya (6-2) lost on the road to eighth ranked Moraleja (8-10) 77-73 on Saturday. The winners were led by swingman Adrian Froufe (194-2003) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 14 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and American-Italian center Brandon Cataldo (213-1991, college: Portland St.) supported him with 15 points and 9 rebounds. Even 19 points by forward Alberto Artiles (192-1997) did not help to save the game for Penarroya. Swingman Jose Pepe Varo (193-1993) added 12 points and 4 assists for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Moraleja moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Gymnastica. Loser Penarroya dropped to the ninth position with two games lost. Moraleja will meet Gymnastica (#7) in the next round. Penarroya will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Penarroya: A.Artiles 19+3reb, R.Alogo-Evuna 14+5reb+1ast, J.Pepe Varo 12+4reb+4ast, F.Espinosa 8+3reb, R.Merino 5+4reb+2ast, J.Porras 5
Moraleja: A.Froufe 24+14reb+1ast, B.Cataldo 15+9reb+1ast, A.Nosa 9+3ast, B.Janssens 8+6reb+2ast, J.Quinta 6+1reb+1ast, P.Bayle 5+2reb+4ast

gschID: 1240491

Badajoz Acad. – Gymnastica 89-86

There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked Badajoz Acad. (2-16) edged at home higher ranked Gymnastica (8-10) 89-86 on Sunday. The winners were led by Belgian forward David Verstraeten (201-2004) who scored that evening 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Jehmsel Valencia (203-2008) supported him with 18 points and 9 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line). Five Badajoz Acad. players scored in double figures. Even 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by swingman Carlos Varela (192-2005) did not help to save the game for Gymnastica. Forward Alejandro Valderrama (194-1993) added 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Badajoz Acad. maintains thirteenth position with 2-16 record. Loser Gymnastica keeps the sixth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Moraleja. Badajoz Acad. will meet higher ranked Dos Hermanas (#4) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Gymnastica will play against Moraleja and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Gymnastica: C.Varela 23+6reb+4ast, A.Valderrama 14+8reb+6ast, F.Ruesga 12+6reb+6ast, J.Valeiras 8+2reb, J.Carbu 7+3reb, J.Lopez 6+2reb+1ast
Badajoz Acad.: D.Verstraeten 22+9reb+4ast, J.Valencia 18+9reb, S.Kvernadze 12+2ast, L.Kupai 11+3reb+2ast, B.Baillo 11+1reb+1ast, B.Badji 10+2reb+2ast

gschID: 1240492

Caceres Lith.Ib. – Dos Hermanas 64-74

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when one of their biggest challengers Caceres Lith.Ib. (10-8) lost at home to fifth ranked Dos Hermanas (10-8) 74-64 on Sunday. Dos Hermanas dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Caceres Lith.Ib.‘s 22. Dos Hermanas forced 21 Caceres Lith.Ib. turnovers. The winners were led by guard Adrian Doblado (191-2002) who scored that evening 17 points and 4 assists and point guard Antonio Diaz (190-2003) supported him with 10 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Dos Hermanas’ coach Javier Fijo used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 14 points and 8 rebounds by naturalized American Xavier Newson (194-1995, college: Goshen) did not help to save the game for Caceres Lith.Ib.. Forward Jose Balderas (193-2004) added 14 points and 6 rebounds for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Dos Hermanas moved-up to fourth place, which they share with defeated Caceres Lith.Ib. Dos Hermanas will meet at home Badajoz Acad. (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Caceres Lith.Ib. will play against Real Betis 2 (#11) in Sevilla and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Caceres Lith.Ib.: J.Balderas 14+6reb+1ast, X.Newson 14+8reb, A.Parra 13+5reb+2ast, P.Hepburn 10+8reb, J.Marquez 6+4reb+1ast, D.Lara 4+4reb+4ast
Dos Hermanas: A.Doblado 17+3reb+4ast, F.Cotan 15+5reb, A.Llano 11+9reb, A.Diaz 10+9reb+4ast, M.Ramos 9+7reb+3ast, R.Paradis 6+1reb+1ast

gschID: 1240493

Huelva Com. – San Antonio 94-74

Very predictable result when second ranked Huelva Com. (15-4) rolled over at home 10th ranked San Antonio (6-12) 94-74 on Sunday. Huelva Com. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to San Antonio‘s 32. Huelva Com. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by San Antonio‘s players. The winners were led by Belgian point guard James Potier (185-1998) who scored that evening 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and forward Pol Salo (206-2005) supported him with 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Huelva Com. players scored in double figures. Even 22 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists by guard Nicolas Marina (183-2008) did not help to save the game for San Antonio. Juan Candela added 18 points for the guests. San Antonio’s coach Martin Mendez tested eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Huelva Com. maintains second position with 15-4 record having eighteen points less than leader Gijon Circulo. San Antonio lost sixth consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the ninth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Andujar SKA and Jorge Juan. Huelva Com. will meet Badajoz Vitaly (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. San Antonio will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
San Antonio: N.Marina 22+6reb+6ast, J.Candela 18+4reb, A.Martinez 8+6reb+2ast, D.Lasek 8+2reb+1ast, S.Caballero 6+4reb, G.Nivar 5+6reb
Huelva Com.: J.Potier 27+5reb+7ast, D.William 18+5reb+2ast, P.Salo 15+8reb+4ast, J.Reyes 14+6reb+3ast, S.Trujillo 12+5reb, H.Vazquez 4+1reb+3ast

gschID: 1240494

Aljaraque – Badajoz Vitaly 68-93

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Aljaraque (8-11) was outscored at home by third ranked Badajoz Vitaly (14-5) 93-68 on Saturday. Badajoz Vitaly shot 28 for 39 from the free-throw line, while Aljaraque only scored twelve points from the stripe. The winners were led by Adrian Perez (198-2003) who scored that evening 18 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and swingman Javier Nielsen-Hidalgo (190) supported him with 12 points. Four Badajoz Vitaly players scored in double figures. Even 17 points and 9 rebounds by power forward Alejandro Marquez (195-2004) did not help to save the game for Aljaraque. Senegalese center Alioune Fall (205-1999) added 4 points and 17 rebounds for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Badajoz Vitaly maintains third position with 14-5 record having nineteen points less than leader Gijon Circulo. Loser Aljaraque dropped to the sixth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with Valls and Melilla. Badajoz Vitaly will meet at home league’s second-placed Huelva Com. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Aljaraque will play against the league’s leader Coria (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Aljaraque: A.Marquez 17+9reb, J.Rodriguez 10+1reb, M.Mora 8+2reb+3ast, J.Ramos 7+3reb, A.Llamas 7+1reb+2ast, A.Gallego 5+2reb+2ast
Badajoz Vitaly: A.Perez 18+8reb+3ast, S.Sharashidze 13+3reb, J.Nielsen-Hidalgo 12+4reb+1ast, I.Vazquez 12+1reb+1ast, J.Paredes 8+4reb+1ast, A.Cuadra 7+2reb+4ast

gschID: 1240495

San Fernando – Coria 49-66

Everything went according to plan when first ranked Coria (18-1) defeated on the road 11th ranked San Fernando (4-15) 66-49 on Saturday. Coria held San Fernando to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 40.6 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded San Fernando 45-34 including 32 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by forward Federico Ristori (194-1996) who scored that evening 10 points and 9 rebounds and swingman Andres Tejada (195-1998) supported him with 7 points and 9 rebounds. Four Coria players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds by center Juan Antonio Rodriguez-Guerra (200-1989) did not help to save the game for San Fernando. Forward Jesus Remesal (194-1995) added 10 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Coria have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 18-1 record, which they share with Vila-Real. Loser San Fernando dropped to the twelfth place with 15 games lost. Coria will meet at home Aljaraque (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. San Fernando will play against the league’s leader Navas (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
San Fernando: J.Antonio Rodriguez-Guerra 15+11reb+1ast, J.Remesal 10+2reb+3ast, M.Ezomo 7+4reb, C.Galan 7+3reb+2ast, M.Cabeza 5+3reb+1ast, A.Calle 4+4reb
Coria: P.Lopez 12+3reb+1ast, J.Maria Morales 11+3reb+2ast, J.Cebolla 11+4reb+2ast, F.Ristori 10+9reb, A.Tejada 7+9reb+1ast, S.Laghridat 6+7reb+2ast

gschID: 1240496

Group E-A

Godella – Torrent 55-81

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Godella (6-11) was outleveled at home by second ranked Torrent (15-1) 81-55 on Saturday. Torrent outrebounded Godella 48-30 including 35 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by swingman Andreu Saez (192-2004) who scored that evening 15 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and forward David Calero (193-1999) supported him with 16 points. Even 5 points and 11 rebounds by Juan Vergara (-2004) did not help to save the game for Godella. Javier Martinez (-2004) added 6 points and 8 rebounds for the hosts. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Torrent have an impressive seven-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 15-1 record having twenty one points less than leader Gijon Circulo. Godella lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh place with 11 games lost. Torrent will meet at home Paterna (#4) in the next round. Godella will play against Almassera (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Godella: M.Rodriguez 12+2ast, J.Roig 11+2reb, J.Martinez 6+8reb+1ast, G.Gonzalez 5+2ast, J.Vergara 5+11reb+3ast, Q.Gjenerali 5
Torrent: D.Calero 16+4reb+1ast, A.Terrades 15+4reb, A.Saez 15+9reb+5ast, M.Alberola 9+6reb+4ast, J.Bosch 8+11reb, S.Hernandez 6+2reb+2ast

gschID: 1237771

Tabernes – Almassera 64-76

There was a small surprise when tenth ranked Almassera (7-10) beat 8th ranked Tabernes (7-11) in Tabernes Blanques 76-64 on Saturday. Almassera made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Tabernes turnovers. The winners were led by Victor Prada (-1997) who scored that evening 9 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists and Pablo Rosello (-1998) supported him with 13 points and 8 rebounds. Even 10 points and 8 rebounds by Anwar Kargbo (-2004) did not help to save the game for Tabernes. Forward Carlos Garcia (190-2000) added 16 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Almassera moved-up to eighth place. Loser Tabernes dropped to the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Castello B. Almassera will meet at home Godella (#11) in the next round. Tabernes will play against Jovens in Valencia and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Tabernes: C.Garcia 16+3reb+2ast, A.Kargbo 10+8reb+3ast, V.Victor Mas 10+7reb+1ast, A.Noel Ramon 6+5reb, S.Vidal 6+5reb, M.Lopez 5+2reb+4ast
Almassera: R.Ramos 19+2reb, Y.Biolchini 15+3reb+2ast, P.Rosello 13+8reb, V.Prada 9+6reb+9ast, J.Chaler 9+2reb+4ast, J.Jimenez 4+1reb

gschID: 1237772

Puerto Sagunto – Jovens 58-55

There was a minor upset when 4th ranked Jovens (12-7) was edged by seventh ranked Puerto Sagunto (11-6) in Gilet 58-55 on Sunday. Puerto Sagunto forced 20 Jovens turnovers. The winners were led by Argentinian power forward Marco Tortarolo (197-1994) who scored that evening 15 points and 8 rebounds and forward Alvaro de la Cal (194-2004) supported him with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Even 16 points and 8 rebounds by center Jose Mate (200-2000) did not help to save the game for Jovens. Robert Greus (-1998) added 7 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Puerto Sagunto have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Valencia 2. Loser Jovens keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Puerto Sagunto will meet higher ranked El Pilar (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Jovens will play against Tabernes and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Jovens: J.Mate 16+8reb+2ast, R.Greus 7+8reb, A.Moral 7+3reb+1ast, D.Tokaev 6+4reb, E.Rene Capoue 6+2reb, C.Diaz 5+5reb+1ast
Puerto Sagunto: M.Tortarolo 15+8reb, A.de la Cal 15+6reb, H.Gomez 8+3reb+5ast, P.Bustamante 7+1reb, S.Yurchenko 5+6reb, A.Sobrino 2+5reb+1ast

gschID: 1237773

Picken Claret – El Pilar 81-98

Very predictable result when third ranked El Pilar (13-5) won against bottom-ranked Picken Claret (0-18) in Valencia 98-81 on Sunday. El Pilar forced 30 Picken Claret turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The winners were led by Marcos Berenguer (-2002) who scored that evening 20 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 8 steals and swingman Ignacio Ruiperez (187-1996) supported him with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four El Pilar players scored in double figures. Even 20 points and 8 rebounds by Martin Poveda (-2006) did not help to save the game for Picken Claret. Forward Nacho Franch (-2002) added 13 points and 10 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. El Pilar maintains third position with 13-5 record having twenty one points less than leader Gijon Circulo, which they share with Benidorm and Elche. Loser Picken Claret still closes the standings with 18 games lost. El Pilar will meet at home Puerto Sagunto (#7) in the next round. Picken Claret will play against Castello B (#10) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Picken Claret: M.Poveda 20+8reb+2ast, N.Franch 13+10reb+1ast, J.Estarlich 11+1ast, L.Assardo 9+8reb, A.Gutierrez 6+4reb, A.Such 6+3reb+3ast
El Pilar: M.Berenguer 20+6reb+5ast, I.Ruiperez 15+5reb+4ast, J.Mateo 13+5reb+1ast, P.Morin 11+3reb+2ast, G.Lopez 10+8reb+2ast, J.Soriano 8+4reb+1ast

gschID: 1237774

Morvedre – Castello B 67-72

Not a big story in a game when 13th ranked Morvedre (1-17) lost to eleventh ranked Castello B (7-11) in Valencia 67-72 on Saturday. Castello B outrebounded Morvedre 49-38 including 17 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by Jose Maria Torres (187-2002) who scored that evening 19 points and Pau Morte (-2002) supported him with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Even a double-double of 17 points and 12 rebounds by Lithuanian swingman Nedas Krisciunas (193-2000) did not help to save the game for Morvedre. Latvian guard Lauris Plavenieks (184-2002) added 16 points for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Castello B moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Tabernes. Morvedre lost seventh consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 17 games lost. Castello B will meet at home Picken Claret (#14) in the next round where they are favorite. Morvedre’s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Valencia to the arena Maristas.
Top scorers:
Morvedre: N.Krisciunas 17+12reb+3ast, L.Plavenieks 16+2reb+2ast, D.Camara 8+4reb+2ast, J.Moya 6, S.Arnaiz 5+1reb+1ast, J.Arnaiz 5+4reb+1ast
Castello B: J.Maria Torres 19+3reb, P.Morte 14+6reb+1ast, V.Rodriguez 10+8reb, A.Balada 8+8reb+1ast, M.Lara 6+3reb, P.Arista 5+6reb+5ast

gschID: 1237775

Vila-Real – Maristas 72-66

Everything went according to plan when first ranked Vila-Real (18-1) defeated at home 12th ranked Maristas (4-14) 72-66 on Monday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Vila-Real outrebounded Maristas 51-40 including 21 on the offensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Vila-Real made 7 blocks. The winners were led by power forward David Garcia (-2002) who scored that evening 15 points and 7 rebounds and center Miguel Moragas (203-1994) supported him with 14 points and 5 rebounds. Even a double-double of 14 points and 13 rebounds by Alvaro Pou Campillo (-1999) did not help to save the game for Maristas. Alejandro Gadea (-2004) added 11 points for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Vila-Real have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 18-1 record, which they share with Coria. Newly promoted Maristas dropped to the eleventh place with 14 games lost. They share the position with Real Betis 2. Vila-Real will meet Valencia 2 (#6) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Maristas’ supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Valencia Morvedre.
Top scorers:
Maristas: A.Pou Campillo 14+13reb+2ast, A.Gadea 11+3reb+2ast, V.Avino 9, P.Mejia 9+5reb+1ast, S.Bordes 8+1reb+1ast, A.Dominguez 7+6reb+1ast
Vila-Real: D.Garcia 15+7reb+2ast, M.Moragas 14+5reb+1ast, G.Volpato 13+4reb+2ast, J.Le Berre 8+9reb+1ast, A.Cejudo 7+2reb+2ast, P.Murcia 5+3reb+6ast

gschID: 1237776

Paterna – Valencia 2 93-73

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 5th ranked Valencia 2 (11-6) was outleveled on the road by sixth ranked Paterna (12-6) 93-73 on Sunday. Paterna dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Valencia 2‘s 30. Paterna forced 22 Valencia 2 turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Valencia 2‘s players. The winners were led by center Daniel Masip (200-2003) who scored that evening 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized Polish guard Daniel Oliver-Kowalczyk (188-2003, college: VTSU Randolph) supported him with 17 points. Five Paterna players scored in double figures. Even 17 points and 6 rebounds by guard Pau Torrens (188-2007) did not help to save the game for Valencia 2. Forward Javier Viguer (202-2008) added 9 points and 7 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Paterna moved-up to fourth place. Loser Valencia 2 dropped to the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Puerto Sagunto. Paterna will meet league’s second-placed Torrent on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Valencia 2 will play against the league’s leader Vila-Real (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Valencia 2: P.Torrens 17+6reb+1ast, P.Bellver 9+3reb+1ast, J.Viguer 9+7reb+2ast, M.Leitao 8+8reb, D.Salvador 5+2reb+1ast, T.Talcis 5+5reb
Paterna: H.Baeza 18+4reb+1ast, D.Oliver-Kowalczyk 17+4reb+3ast, D.Masip 14+9reb+5ast, A.Salvador 13+1reb+3ast, L.Rodriguez 10+7reb+2ast, H.Albert 7+5reb

gschID: 1237777

Group E-B

Sueca – Elche 69-66

A very close game took place in Sueca between Sueca and Elche. Fourth ranked Sueca (13-4) got a very close home victory over second-ranked Elche (13-5). Sueca managed to escape with a 3-point win 69-66 in the fight for the third place. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Elche. The winners were led by forward Francisco Marco (193-2002) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and Arnau Font (-2005) supported him with 17 points. Even a double-double of 12 points and 13 rebounds by Argentinian-Italian power forward Maximiliano Andreatta (211-1998, college: Gannon) did not help to save the game for Elche. Center Pablo Gomez (-2001) added 14 points for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Sueca have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place which they share with defeated Elche. Loser Elche dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with Benidorm and El Pilar. Sueca will meet Lucentum (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Elche will play against Benidorm (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Elche: P.Gomez 14+4reb+3ast, O.Camara 12+7reb, M.Andreatta 12+13reb, M.Camal 10+4reb+2ast, M.Mariscal 6+1ast, S.Gomez 5+2reb+1ast
Sueca: A.Font 17+4reb+2ast, F.Marco 15+11reb+3ast, L.McGuirk 12+3reb, L.Cervantes 10+7reb+3ast, P.Baena 5+3reb+4ast, C.Grau 5+1ast

gschID: 1183595

Real Murcia – Lucentum 115-93

No shocking result in a game when tenth ranked Real Murcia (5-13) crushed at home 13th ranked Lucentum (1-15) 115-93 on Sunday. Real Murcia made 27-of-35 free shots (77.1 percent) during the game. Real Murcia outrebounded Lucentum 49-38 including 36 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by forward Alvaro Bernal (190-1995) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 29 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Jorge Lledo (203-1980) supported him with 18 points and 14 rebounds. Five Real Murcia players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 31 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals by Conrad Klotz (-2005) did not help to save the game for Lucentum. Jesus Munoz (-2005) added 27 points for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Real Murcia maintains tenth position with 5-13 record, which they share with Novaschool and Guimar. Lucentum lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 15 games lost. Real Murcia will meet higher ranked Ontinet (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lucentum will play against Sueca (#3) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Lucentum: C.Klotz 31+10reb+7ast, J.Munoz 27+3reb+2ast, G.Sabater 13+7reb+1ast, V.Tortosa 8+3reb+1ast, V.Gadea 4+3reb, D.Perez 3+2ast
Real Murcia: A.Bernal 29+13reb+4ast, M.Knobloch 18+4reb, J.Lledo 18+14reb+1ast, Z.Lu 13+2reb+4ast, P.Marin 12+4reb+2ast, E.Navarro 10+1reb+3ast

gschID: 1183596

Alginet – Denia 108-65

Very expected game when 11th ranked Denia (3-15) was smashed on the road by fourth ranked Alginet (13-3) 108-65 on Sunday. Alginet forced 19 Denia turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by point guard Ivan Lerin (187-2001) who scored that evening 18 points and point guard Miguel Martinez (183-1995) supported him with 13 points and 6 assists. Four Alginet players scored in double figures. Even 14 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists by guard Daniel Perez (187-2001) did not help to save the game for Denia. Jordi Soler (-1994) added 19 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Alginet have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Denia lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Adesavi. Alginet will meet Jorge Juan (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Denia will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Denia: J.Soler 19+6reb+1ast, D.Perez 14+6reb+8ast, I.Ots 10+5reb+4ast, M.Server 9+1reb+1ast, J.Zapata 6+7reb, A.Vives 5+5reb
Alginet: I.Lerin 18+1reb+3ast, P.Antich 13+4reb+1ast, M.Martinez 13+3reb+6ast, R.Mallik 12+1reb+2ast, A.Zurbriggen 10+9reb+1ast, E.Llacer 9+5reb+1ast

gschID: 1183597

Carolinas – Jorge Juan 67-75

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when ninth ranked Jorge Juan (6-12) won against 8th ranked Carolinas (6-10) in La Carolina 75-67 on Saturday. Jorge Juan forced 22 Carolinas turnovers. The winners were led by Christian Segui (192-2000) who scored that evening 22 points and 6 assists and Antonio Garcia (195-1994) supported him with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Four Jorge Juan players scored in double figures. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists by guard Anxo Iglesias (185-2003) did not help to save the game for Carolinas. Beninese forward Nathan Cledjo (198-2000) added 9 points and 11 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Jorge Juan maintains ninth position with 6-12 record, which they share with Andujar SKA and San Antonio. Loser Carolinas keeps the eighth place with ten games lost. Jorge Juan will meet at home league’s second-placed Alginet in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Carolinas will play against the league’s leader Molina (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Carolinas: A.Blazquez 13+5reb, J.Martinez 12+4reb+1ast, A.Iglesias 11+7reb+9ast, N.Cledjo 9+11reb+2ast, O.Talens 6+1reb+1ast, G.Palazon 5+3reb
Jorge Juan: C.Segui 22+1reb+6ast, J.Antonio Pujalte 16+5reb, A.Garcia 11+10reb+2ast, M.Fernandez 11+7reb+2ast, A.Vaiciunas 7+1reb+3ast, J.Calero 7+4reb+3ast

gschID: 1183598

Benidorm – Adesavi 78-68

Not a big story in a game when 12th ranked Adesavi (3-15) lost on the road to fifth ranked Benidorm (13-5) 78-68 on Sunday. Benidorm looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by Serbian Milos Cvrkota (-2004) who scored that evening 15 points and 7 rebounds and forward Alan Kleinjan (195-1997) supported him with 15 points. Even 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by Samuel Galvez (-2004) did not help to save the game for Adesavi. Norberto Albaladejo (191-2000) added 17 points for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Benidorm moved-up to third place, which they share with Elche and El Pilar. Adesavi lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team dropped to the eleventh position with 15 games lost. They share it with Denia. Benidorm will meet Elche (#5) on the road in the next round. Adesavi will play against Murcia Juver (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Adesavi: N.Albaladejo 17+4reb+1ast, S.Galvez 14+6reb+4ast, V.Galvez 13+3reb+2ast, A.Gomez-arrones 8+1reb+3ast, A.Gomez-arrones 7+8reb+4ast, V.Strukov 4+5reb+3ast
Benidorm: A.Kleinjan 15+3reb+3ast, M.Cvrkota 15+7reb+1ast, K.Sherman 12+7reb+1ast, A.Gase 8+1reb+1ast, S.Jimena 7+4reb+3ast, C.Velazquez 6+3reb+4ast

gschID: 1183600

Round 14

Barca 2 – Mollet 76-83

Everything went according to plan when first ranked Mollet (16-4) defeated one of their biggest challengers Barca 2 (14-6) in Barcelona 83-76 on Thursday. Mollet made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Barca 2 turnovers. Mollet looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The winners were led by center Angel Soto (205-1990) who scored that evening 15 points and 6 assists and swingman Albert Real (189-1997) supported him with 11 points and 5 rebounds. Five Mollet players scored in double figures. Even 9 points and 6 assists by guard Daniel Gonzalez (188-2007) did not help to save the game for Barca 2. Lithuanian center Arturas Butajevas (208-2007) added 11 points and 5 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Mollet have an impressive ten-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 16-4 record, which they share with L’Hospitalet. Loser Barca 2 dropped to the second place with six games lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Mollet will meet at home Alfinden (#5) in the next round. Barca 2 will play against Helios in Zaragoza and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Barca 2: M.Keita 12+4reb+1ast, A.Butajevas 11+5reb+1ast, M.Gonzalez 10+4reb, D.Gonzalez 9+3reb+6ast, M.Grujicic 9+1reb, A.Kone 7+4reb+1ast
Mollet: B.McDonald 16+3reb, A.Soto 15+3reb+6ast, A.Valle 12+2reb+5ast, A.Real 11+5reb+3ast, I.Belver 10+5reb+2ast, N.Marin 8+1reb+3ast

gschID: 1248992

Round 18

Estudiantes L. – Avenida 65-75

There was no surprise when 12th ranked Estudiantes (6-14) lost to fourth ranked Avenida (14-6) in Lugo 65-75 on Thursday. Avenida forced 20 Estudiantes turnovers. The winners were led by naturalized Angolan guard German Kasanzi (194-1999, college: Navarro JC) who scored that evening 18 points and 8 rebounds and American-Nigerian point guard Ayo Akinwole (183-1998, college: Drake) supported him with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Even 12 points and 9 rebounds by Portuguese forward Goncalo Morais (195-2003) did not help to save the game for Estudiantes. Guard Pedro Fernandez (178-2003) added 12 points for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Avenida have an impressive five-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Estudiantes L. keeps the twelfth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Caja Rural and Joventut 2. Avenida will meet at home Maceira (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Estudiantes will play against Carbajosa and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes L.: G.Morais 12+9reb, P.Fernandez 12+1reb+1ast, A.Hermida 10+3reb+1ast, D.Mills 8+1reb+1ast, D.Villadoniga 6+6reb, D.Nogal 6+3reb
Avenida: A.Akinwole 21+5reb, G.Kasanzi 18+8reb+2ast, A.McCarthy 11+5reb+2ast, G.Mukendi 6+4reb, M.Hetor 6+9reb, A.Garrido 5+4reb