RETAbet Bilbao Basket (Liga Endesa) added to their roster 26-year old Brazilian international point guard Ricardo Fischer (185-91). He moved there from Flamengo in Brazilian NBB league where he played this season. In 21 games he recorded 8.2ppg, 2.7rpg and 4.7apg. The last season Fischer played at Paschoalotto/Bauru (also in NBB). In 24 games he averaged 10.9ppg, 3.9rpg and 5.1apg (top 3). A very spectacular season in his career as he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League 2nd Team. He played in the final of Liga Americas in 2016. Fischer also represented Brazil at the FIBA Americas in Mexico two years ago. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 4 games: 4.3ppg, 2.3rpg, 2.8apg. Fischer's career allowed him to visit three different continents. He tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Latin America and of course North America. Fischer has played previously professionally also in Switzerland (Martigny, MGS Grand-Saconnex Basket and Rh.Herens) and Brazil (Hebraica and Sao Jose/Vinac). On Fischer:
Rare and true amazing basketball talent at the point guard position ... excellent court awarness ... sees plays before getting ball in his hands, thus he has great anticipation and becomes very hard to guard ... excellent long range shooter and driver for his age ... seems to always know what to do and quickly picks systems and plays up ... competitive and hard nosed ... defensively does not back down to anyone, likes to play defense ... shows toughness against older and more mature players ... will grow into an excellent player and his overall talent is very high ... moves well, is rapid and has quick feet with good body control ... good handles ... can create his shot and creates well for others ... fast and dangerous in the open court.
Brazil edge Colombia for first win at Super 4 - 21 hours ago
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Brazil - Colombia 72:58 Brazil clinched the first victory at the international friendly tournament in Salta. They topped Colombia for 1-1 record. Joao Paulo Lopez (205-C/F-81, college: Gonzaga) had 14 points and 9 rebounds to lead the winners. Brazil eked out an 8:5 lead ten minutes into the game. Brazil stretched the margin at 6-point mark at the interval 25:19. Brazil fuelled a 23:13 rally in the third term to clear off. Colombia sank 26 points in the fourth frame but could not avoid... [read more]
Brazil - Colombia 72:58
Brazil clinched the first victory at the international friendly tournament in Salta. They topped Colombia for 1-1 record. Joao Paulo Lopez (205-C/F-81, college: Gonzaga) had 14 points and 9 rebounds to lead the winners. Brazil eked out an 8:5 lead ten minutes into the game. Brazil stretched the margin at 6-point mark at the interval 25:19. Brazil fuelled a 23:13 rally in the third term to clear off. Colombia sank 26 points in the fourth frame but could not avoid the loss. Lucas Mariano (208-C/F-93) provided 12 points for the winners. Hansel Atencia (180-G-97) responded with 16 points for Colombia. Tonny Trocha-Morelos (208-C-94) and Stalin Ortiz (190-G-81, college: Valparaiso) netted 9 points each in the defeat.
Darnell Artis claims Brazilian Paulista weekly honour - 21 hours ago
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American Darnell Artis (175-PG) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for America and that's him to receive a Latinbasket.com Paulista Player of the Week award for round 3. The playmaker had the game-high 38 points adding five rebounds and two assists for America in his team's victory, helping them to beat Bauru (#5, 2-2) 77-71. Thanks to this victory America moved-up to the 7th position in Brazilian Paulista. The season is still in it's early stage, so the team may have a... [read more]
American Darnell Artis (175-PG) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for America and that's him to receive a Latinbasket.com Paulista Player of the Week award for round 3. The playmaker had the game-high 38 points adding five rebounds and two assists for America in his team's victory, helping them to beat Bauru (#5, 2-2) 77-71. Thanks to this victory America moved-up to the 7th position in Brazilian Paulista. The season is still in it's early stage, so the team may have a chance to improve their current position in the standings. They lost 3 games and had just one victory. In the team's last game Artis had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range and got seven three-pointers out of 12 attempts. He turned to be America's top player in his first season with the team. Gwynedd-Mercy College graduate has very impressive stats this year. Artis is league's best scorer averaging so far 27.5ppg. Artis is in league's top in and averages solid 47.4% from behind 3-point line.
The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young power forward Michael Uchendu (206-F/C-98) of Bauru. Uchendu impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 14 points and 15 rebounds. Bad luck as Bauru lost that game 71-77 to America (1-3). The season is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Uchendu is one of the most experienced players at Bauru and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 14.0ppg (#7). He also registered 13.0 boards per game.
The third best performed player last round was American Dontrell Brite (175-PG) of second-ranked L.Sorocaba. Brite showcased his all-around game by recording 26 points, six rebounds and five assists in the last round. Despite Brite's great performance L.Sorocaba lost 73-74 to #1 ranked Franca. But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing L.Sorocaba needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 3 victories and 2 lost games. Brite has a great season in Brazil. After only 5 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 16.8ppg (4th best), rebounds with 6.6rpg (6th best) and assists with 3.8apg (9th best).
Other top performing players last week: 4. Henrique Coelho (183-PG-93) of Franca - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Kendall Anthony (173-PG-93) of Bauru - 22 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Yago Dos Santos (178-PG-99) of Paulistano - 23 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists 7. Germerson Barbosa (202-SF-93) of Pinheiros - 24 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Leonardo Fernandes (185-PG-97) of Osasco B. - 17 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 9. Larry Taylor (185-PG-80) of Mogi - 15 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Joao Pedro Demetrio (208-F-95) of Franca - 14 points and 8 rebounds
The Player of the week is chosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
Paulista Round 3: Vivo/Franca edges Liga Sorocaba by one point - 1 day ago
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The most exciting game of round 3 in the Paulista took place in Sorocabana. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of Liga Sorocaba (3-2) to Vivo/Franca (4-0) 74-73 in the game for the first place. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Liga Sorocaba won third quarter 26-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Vivo/Franca forced 19 Liga Sorocaba turnovers. Strangely Liga Sorocaba outrebounded Vivo/Franc... [read more]
The most exciting game of round 3 in the Paulista took place in Sorocabana. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of Liga Sorocaba (3-2) to Vivo/Franca (4-0) 74-73 in the game for the first place. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Liga Sorocaba won third quarter 26-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Vivo/Franca forced 19 Liga Sorocaba turnovers. Strangely Liga Sorocaba outrebounded Vivo/Franca 42-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was international point guard Henrique Coelho (183-93) who scored 25 points and 5 assists. Forward Joao-Pedro Demetrio (208-95) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Dontrell Brite (175, college: Mount Olive) who recorded 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Liga Sorocaba's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Vivo/Franca are looking forward to face Osasco B. (#8) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Liga Sorocaba will play against Paulistano (#6) in Sao Paolo and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Important game to mention about took place in Bauru. Paschoalotto/Bauru (2-2) saved a 1-point victory at home edging Osasco B. (0-3) 70-69 on Saturday evening. It was a good game for swingman Gabriel Galvanini (203-98) who saved his team from a defeat with 9 points and 14 rebounds. Stefano Pierotti contributed with 15 points and 4 assists for the winners. point guard Leonardo Fernandes (185-97) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds for Osasco B.Paschoalotto/Bauru will play against Vivo/Franca in Sao Paulo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Osasco B. will play on the road against Vivo/Franca (#1) in Sao Paulo and hopes to get finally their first victory. An exciting game was played in Mogi das Cruzes. Mogi faced Liga Sorocaba. Host Mogi (3-2) smashed guests from Sorocabana (3-2) 81-58. It was a great evening for Vithor Lersch who led his team to a victory scoring 6 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was Dontrell Brite with 17 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mogi will meet at home Paulistano (#6) in the next round. Liga Sorocaba will play against Paulistano (#6) in Sao Paolo and hope to secure a win. An exciting game was played in Sao Paolo. Vivo/Franca faced Pinheiros. Guests from Sao Paulo (4-0) defeated host Pinheiros (2-2) 90-76. It was an exceptional evening for Antonio Ferreira who led the winners and scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Pinheiros' coach Cesar Guidetti tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Vivo/Franca's next round opponent will be Osasco B. (#8) at home and are hoping to win another game. Pinheiros will play against America (#7) and hope to win that game. An exciting game was played in Sao Paolo. Mogi faced Pinheiros. Guests from Mogi das Cruzes (3-2) smashed host Pinheiros (2-2) 81-59. The best player for the winners was Larry Taylor who scored 15 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mogi will face Paulistano (#6) in Sao Paolo in the next round. Pinheiros will play at home against America and hope to win that game.
In the last two games of round 3 bottom-ranked Paulistano defeated America in Sao Paolo 76-59. America beat Bauru at home 77-71. The best stats of 3rd round was 23 points and 6 assists by Yago Dos Santos of Paulistano.
An exciting game was played in Mogi das Cruzes. Mogi faced Liga Sorocaba. Host Mogi (3-2) smashed guests from Sorocabana (3-2) 81-58. Mogi forced 20 Liga Sorocaba turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for point guard Vithor Lersch (184-95) who led his team to a victory scoring 6 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Naturalized American Shamell Stallworth (195-80, college: USF, agency: Interperformances) helped adding 7 points and 6 assists. The best for the losing side was American point guard Dontrell Brite (175, college: Mount Olive) with 17 points and 5 rebounds and guard Jackson Da-Silva (192-96) scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mogi will meet at home Paulistano (#6) in the next round. Liga Sorocaba will play against Paulistano (#6) in Sao Paolo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Mogi: G.Filipin 11+1reb+2ast, W.Sena 10+4reb, L.Taylor 10+3reb+3ast, C.Silveira 9+3reb, F.Russo 8+2reb+2ast, S.Stallworth 7+4reb+6ast L.Sorocaba: D.Brite 17+5reb+3ast, C.Araujo 13+4reb, J.Da Silva 12+9reb+1ast, R.Rodrigues 6+4reb, L.Farina 6+4reb+3ast, L.Moraes 4+2reb
Important game to mention about took place in Bauru. Paschoalotto/Bauru (2-2) saved a 1-point victory at home edging Osasco B. (0-3) 70-69 on Saturday evening. Osasco B. was ahead by 2 points at the halftime before a 21-13 third quarter run of Paschoalotto/Bauru. They made 16-of-17 charity shots (94.1 percent) during the game. It was a good game for swingman Gabriel Galvanini (203-98) who saved his team from a defeat with 9 points and 14 rebounds. Argentinian point guard Stefano Pierotti (185-98) contributed with 15 points and 4 assists for the winners. Point guard Leonardo Fernandes (185-97) answered with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Vinicius Oliveira (200-90) added 14 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Osasco B.Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Paschoalotto/Bauru will play against Vivo/Franca in Sao Paulo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Osasco B. will play on the road against Vivo/Franca (#1) in Sao Paulo and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Bauru: K.Anthony 16+4reb+3ast, S.Pierotti 15+4reb+4ast, H.Cerimelli 12+2reb, M.Uchendu 10+9reb, G.Galvanini 9+14reb+2ast, I.Goncalves 8+1reb Osasco B.: L.Fernandes 17+11reb+2ast, B.Felipe Viana 14+2reb+2ast, V.Oliveira 14+8reb+1ast, L.De Souza 11+5reb+2ast, A.Ferros 5+3reb+1ast, W.Drudi 4+2reb+2ast
There was a minor upset in Rio Preto where America (1-3) was defeated by Paulistano (1-2) 76-59 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Paulistano. America was better in third quarter 15-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding America to just 5 points in first quarter. Paulistano made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded America 44-29 including a 36-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was point guard Yago Dos Santos (178-99) who scored 23 points and 6 assists. The former international Jhonatan Luz dos Santos (196-87) chipped in 14 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Darnell Artis (175, college: Gwynedd-Mercy) who recorded 17 points and swingman Lucas Rosa (193-94) added 8 points and 7 steals respectively. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Paulistano will face Mogi (#3) in Mogi das Cruzes in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. America will play on the road against Pinheiros (#4) in Sao Paolo and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Paulistano: Y.Dos Santos 23+4reb+6ast, J.Luz dos Santos 14+4reb+2ast, G.Hubner 9+8reb, A.Doria 8+7reb+1ast, V.Camilo 7+2reb, R.Fagundes 6+2reb America: D.Artis 17+3reb+2ast, L.Rosa 8+4reb+3ast, K.Torres 8+3reb, G.Martins 7+1reb, R.Santos 5+5reb+1ast, W.Pessoa 4+5reb
An exciting game was played in Sao Paolo. Vivo/Franca faced Pinheiros. Guests from Sao Paulo (4-0) defeated host Pinheiros (2-2) 90-76. The game was mostly controlled by Vivo/Franca. Pinheiros was better in third quarter 25-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Vivo/Franca forced 22 Pinheiros turnovers. Strangely Pinheiros outrebounded Vivo/Franca 40-28 including a 19-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Antonio Ferreira (200-94) who led the winners and scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Forward Joao-Pedro Demetrio (208-95) accounted for 14 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Germerson Barbosa (202-93) came up with 24 points and 5 rebounds and forward Arthur Bernardi (206-90, college: Houston Baptist) added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Pinheiros in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Pinheiros' coach Cesar Guidetti tested ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Vivo/Franca's next round opponent will be Osasco B. (#8) at home and are hoping to win another game. Pinheiros will play against America (#7) and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Franca: A.Ferreira 15+6reb+2ast, J.Pedro Demetrio 14+8reb, A.Borges 13+1reb+3ast, G.Abreu 11+3reb+2ast, L. Almeida 9+3reb, P.Lima 8+3ast Pinheiros: G.Barbosa 24+5reb+2ast, F.Ruivo 11+3reb+4ast, A.Bernardi 11+8reb+3ast, R.Ansaloni 11+7reb+1ast, M.Vinicius Toledo 7+8reb+1ast, L.Pereira 6+2reb
The most exciting game of round 3 in the Paulista took place in Sorocabana. This derby game ended with only one-point home defeat of Liga Sorocaba (3-2) to Vivo/Franca (4-0) 74-73 in the game for the first place. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Liga Sorocaba won third quarter 26-20. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Vivo/Franca forced 19 Liga Sorocaba turnovers. Strangely Liga Sorocaba outrebounded Vivo/Franca 42-28 including 28 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was international point guard Henrique Coelho (183-93) who scored 25 points and 5 assists. Forward Joao-Pedro Demetrio (208-95) chipped in 15 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Dontrell Brite (175, college: Mount Olive) who recorded 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Lucas Farina (185-95) added 12 points and 4 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) respectively. Liga Sorocaba's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Vivo/Franca are looking forward to face Osasco B. (#8) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Liga Sorocaba will play against Paulistano (#6) in Sao Paolo and is hoping to prove to their supporters that this time they can win. Top scorers: Franca: H.Coelho 25+3reb+5ast, J.Pedro Demetrio 15+5reb+1ast, P.Lima 13+1reb+7ast, L. Almeida 7+5reb+1ast, L.Felipe Gruber 6+4reb, L.Cipolini 5+4reb+1ast L.Sorocaba: D.Brite 26+6reb+5ast, L.Farina 12+2reb+4ast, C.Gradnigo 10+3reb+2ast, J.Da Silva 8+4reb, C.Araujo 7+5reb+2ast, R.Rodrigues 6+12reb
An exciting game was played in Sao Paolo. Mogi faced Pinheiros. Guests from Mogi das Cruzes (3-2) smashed host Pinheiros (2-2) 81-59. The game without a history. Mogi led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Mogi outrebounded Pinheiros 41-28 including 30 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Larry Taylor (185-80, college: Missouri Western) who scored 15 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Rafael Da-Silva (201-91) chipped in 10 points and 7 rebounds. Four Mogi players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Danilo Santos (194-99) who recorded 13 points and center Ralfi Ansaloni (211-87) added 11 points respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mogi will face Paulistano (#6) in Sao Paolo in the next round. Pinheiros will play at home against America and hope to win that game. Top scorers: Mogi: L.Taylor 15+6reb+3ast, T.Curnell 11+4reb+1ast, S.Stallworth 10+2reb+5ast, R.Da Silva 10+7reb+1ast, G.Filipin 8+2reb+1ast, V.Lersch 7+4reb+5ast Pinheiros: D.Santos 13+4reb+3ast, R.Ansaloni 11+3reb, M.Vinicius Toledo 9+2reb+1ast, G.Do Carmo 9+3reb+1ast, L.Pereira 7+3reb+3ast, F.Ruivo 5+4reb+4ast
The game between closely ranked teams ended with America's (1-3) home victory over Paschoalotto/Bauru (2-2) 77-71 on Wednesday. The hosts started the game with a very strong first quarter 21-10. But Paschoalotto/Bauru won second period 23-17. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. America forced 19 Paschoalotto/Bauru turnovers and outrebounded them 47-33 including 17 on the offensive glass. Paschoalotto/Bauru was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. The best player for the winners was American point guard Darnell Artis (175, college: Gwynedd-Mercy) who scored 38 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds. Kleiton Torres (201-89) chipped in 13 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Kendall Anthony (173-93, college: Richmond) who recorded 22 points and 5 assists and power forward Michael Uchendu (206-98) added 14 points, 15 rebounds and 8 blocks respectively. Four Paschoalotto/Bauru players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. America will face Pinheiros (#4) in Sao Paolo in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Paschoalotto/Bauru will play on the road against Vivo/Franca where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either. Top scorers: America: D.Artis 38+5reb+2ast, K.Torres 13+8reb+2ast, R.Santos 7+4reb, L.Rosa 6+7reb+2ast, H.Winkler 5+2reb, W.Pessoa 4+4reb Bauru: K.Anthony 22+3reb+5ast, M.Uchendu 14+15reb+1ast, G.Galvanini 13+7reb, H.Cerimelli 12+2reb, J.Carlos Junior 4+1reb, G.De Moraes 3+1ast
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