The games are now more important than at the beginning of the Regular Season. We may still expect few shocking results in upcoming 4 rounds.
The most important game in the last round took place in Los Mochis between second ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (24-8) and seventh ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (15-17) on Saturday night. Ostioneros de Guaymas were defeated by Pioneros Los Mochis in a tough game on the road 85-94. Ostioneros de Guaymas trailed by 11 points after 3 quarters before a 23-21 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 85-94 at the end of the game. They outrebounded Ostioneros de Guaymas 42-30 including 30 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Devon Pearson (198-F-84, college: SMU) scored 34 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Seth Scott (208-81, college: Portland St.) chipped in 27 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side forward Jerome Habel (208-85, college: San Diego St.) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Ostioneros de Guaymas' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Pioneros Los Mochis maintains seventh position with 15-17 record. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the second place with eight games lost. Pioneros Los Mochis are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Coras de Tepic (#10) at home in the next round. Ostioneros de Guaymas will play against Frayles de Guasave (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. CIBACOPA top team - Rayos de Hermosillo (28-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat tenth ranked Coras de Tepic (2-30) 101-95. American forward Patrick Sanders (198-85, college: Cal-Irvine) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and Steve Monreal supported him with 18 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Even a triple-double of 33 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 10 assists by American center Deangelo Riley (205, college: Azusa Pacific) did not help to save the game for Coras de Tepic. Rayos de Hermosillo have an impressive 18-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 28-4 record. Coras de Tepic lost ninth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 30 lost games. Rayos de Hermosillo will play against Garra Canera de Navolato (#8) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Coras de Tepic will play against Pioneros Los Mochis and hopes to get back on the winning track. Ninth-ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (10-22) gave a tough game to sixth ranked Frayles de Guasave (17-15) on Saturday. Frayles de Guasave managed to secure only one-point victory 94-93. However their fans expected easier game. Hiram Fuller fired 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Frayles de Guasave's coach Jose Dilone used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Rene Rougeau produced 19 points and 4 assists for lost side. Frayles de Guasave moved-up to fourth place. Loser Caballeros de Culiacan dropped to the eighth position with 22 games lost. They share it with Navolato. Frayles de Guasave will meet league's second-placed Ostioneros de Guaymas on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Caballeros de Culiacan will play against Fuerza Guinda Nogales (#5) and hope to secure a win. Fourth ranked Fuerza Guinda Nogales (16-16) beat at home 5th ranked Mineros de Cananea (16-16) by 15 points 105-90, which is the biggest margin this round. Fuerza Guinda Nogales have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Fuerza Guinda Nogales went down to fifth position due to points difference, which they share with Cananea. Mineros de Cananea lost third consecutive game. Fuerza Guinda Nogales' next round opponent will be Caballeros de Culiacan (#9) on the road. Mineros de Cananea will play against Tijuana Zonkeys (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
In the last game of round 34 Navolato lost to Tijuana on the opponent's court 62-71.
Guasave - Culiacan 94-93 Ninth-ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (10-22) gave a tough game to sixth ranked Frayles de Guasave (17-15) on Saturday. Frayles de Guasave managed to secure only one-point victory 94-93. However their fans expected easier game. Caballeros de Culiacan was tied after three quarters but could not keep up in the last quarter eventually losing the game. Frayles de Guasave dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Caballeros de Culiacan's 48. Frayles de Guasave forced 20 Caballeros de Culiacan turnovers. Strangely Caballeros de Culiacan outrebounded Frayles de Guasave 37-22 including a 31-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. American-Libyan center Hiram Fuller (206-81, college: Fresno St.) fired 24 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international swingman Alonso Izaguirre (200-76) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Frayles de Guasave's coach Jose Dilone used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American swingman Rene Rougeau (198-86, college: UNLV, agency: ProSportsCareers) produced 19 points and 4 assists and Ricardo Lopez added 16 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Five Frayles de Guasave and four Caballeros de Culiacan players scored in double figures. Frayles de Guasave moved-up to fourth place. Loser Caballeros de Culiacan dropped to the eighth position with 22 games lost. They share it with Navolato. Frayles de Guasave will meet league's second-placed Ostioneros de Guaymas on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Caballeros de Culiacan will play against Fuerza Guinda Nogales (#5) and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Guasave: H.Fuller 24+6reb+3ast, M.Dorsey 18+1reb+4ast, G.Giron 18+1reb+3ast, A.Izaguirre 13+6reb+9ast, V.Buelna 12+3reb+3ast, D.Green 5+3reb+2ast Culiacan: R.Rougeau 19+4reb+4ast, R.Lopez 16+3reb+6ast, R.Robinson 14+5reb+3ast, V.Avila 13+4reb+3ast, J.Gonzalez 10+2reb+2ast, R.Navarro 8+3reb+3ast
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Los Mochis - Guaymas 94-85 The most important game in the last round took place in Los Mochis between second ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (24-8) and seventh ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (15-17) on Saturday night. Ostioneros de Guaymas were defeated by Pioneros Los Mochis in a tough game on the road 85-94. Ostioneros de Guaymas trailed by 11 points after 3 quarters before a 23-21 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 85-94 at the end of the game. They outrebounded Ostioneros de Guaymas 42-30 including 30 on the defensive glass. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Devon Pearson (198-84, college: SMU) scored 34 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Seth Scott (208-81, college: Portland St.) chipped in 27 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. Four Pioneros Los Mochis players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Jerome Habel (208-85, college: San Diego St.) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Myron Allen (182-79, college: Lee JC) scored 20 points and 5 assists. Ostioneros de Guaymas' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Pioneros Los Mochis maintains seventh position with 15-17 record. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the second place with eight games lost. Pioneros Los Mochis are looking forward to face bottom-ranked Coras de Tepic (#10) at home in the next round. Ostioneros de Guaymas will play against Frayles de Guasave (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Los Mochis: D.Pearson 34+9reb+2ast, S.Scott 27+13reb+1ast, C.M. Toussaint 17+7reb+4ast, W.Funn 12+8reb+8ast, P.Torres 2, E.Hare 2+5reb Guaymas: M.Allen 20+2reb+5ast, J.Habel 19+7reb+3ast, A.Pedroza 13+4reb+1ast, H.Carrillo 8+4reb+2ast, H.Johnson 8+5reb, H.Nungaray 8+2reb+7ast
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Nogales - Cananea 105-90 Fourth ranked Fuerza Guinda Nogales (16-16) beat at home 5th ranked Mineros de Cananea (16-16) by 15 points 105-90, which is the biggest margin this round. Fuerza Guinda Nogales have an impressive five-game winning streak. Despite that victory Fuerza Guinda Nogales went down to fifth position due to points difference, which they share with Cananea. Mineros de Cananea lost third consecutive game. Fuerza Guinda Nogales' next round opponent will be Caballeros de Culiacan (#9) on the road. Mineros de Cananea will play against Tijuana Zonkeys (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
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Tepic - Hermosillo 95-101 CIBACOPA top team - Rayos de Hermosillo (28-4) added another victory to their record. This time they beat tenth ranked Coras de Tepic (2-30) 101-95. The guests took control from the first minutes by winning first half. But Coras de Tepic won fourth quarter 27-24. However it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. American forward Patrick Sanders (198-85, college: Cal-Irvine) notched a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds to lead the effort and naturalized American point guard Steve Monreal (180-86, college: CS Monterey) supported him with 18 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Even a triple-double of 33 points (!!!), 13 rebounds and 10 assists by American center Deangelo Riley (205, college: Azusa Pacific) did not help to save the game for Coras de Tepic. His fellow American import forward Ray Reese (196-87, college: Tulsa) added 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for lost side. Five Rayos de Hermosillo and four Coras de Tepic players scored in double figures. Rayos de Hermosillo have an impressive 18-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 28-4 record. Coras de Tepic lost ninth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 30 lost games. Rayos de Hermosillo will play against Garra Canera de Navolato (#8) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Coras de Tepic will play against Pioneros Los Mochis and hopes to get back on the winning track. Top scorers: Hermosillo: P.Sanders 20+10reb+1ast, S.Monreal 18+2reb+3ast, B.Hamilton 13+2reb+3ast, E.Little 11+2reb+3ast, J.Camacho 11+6reb+1ast, J.Lopez 11+5reb+3ast Tepic: D.Riley 33+13reb+10ast, K.Young 23+3reb+2ast, R.Reese 22+8reb+4ast, E.Swanson 15+3reb+3ast, R.Aguilar Nery 2, A.Velarde 0+2reb+2ast
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Tijuana - Navolato 71-62 Very expected game when 8th ranked Garra Canera de Navolato (10-22) was defeated on the road by third ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (22-10) 71-62. It looked good early as Garra Canera de Navolato took an 2-point lead at the end of first quarter. But then Tijuana Zonkeys had a 24-7 second period charge getting the lead and Garra Canera de Navolato was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 62-71. Tijuana Zonkeys dominated on the defensive end, holding Garra Canera de Navolato to just 7 points in second quarter. They shot 62.0 percent from the field. Tijuana Zonkeys had a 24-13 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Cyrus Tate (203-85, college: Iowa, agency: Edge Sports) who helped to win the game recording 17 points (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). The former international power forward Arim Solares (202-83) contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Four Tijuana Zonkeys players scored in double figures. Tijuana Zonkeys' coach Luis Lopez used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Charles Moore (201-86, college: S.Arkansas) replied with 13 points and 9 rebounds and forward Froylan Verdugo (196-79) added 13 points in the effort for Garra Canera de Navolato. Tijuana Zonkeys have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 22-10 record having six points less than leader Hermosillo. Garra Canera de Navolato at the other side keeps the eighth place with 22 games lost. Tijuana Zonkeys' next round opponent will be Mineros de Cananea (#6) at home. Garra Canera de Navolato will play against the league's leader Rayos de Hermosillo. Top scorers: Tijuana: C.Tate 17+4reb+1ast, L.Ramirez 13+1reb+3ast, M.Morrison 11+4reb+1ast, A.Solares 11+6reb+3ast, R.Hornsby 7+3reb+3ast, A.Sandoval 6+2reb Navolato: C.Moore 13+9reb+2ast, F.Verdugo 13+3reb+2ast, J.Inzunza 11+1reb, D.McSwine 8+4reb+2ast, C.Uribe 6+3reb+5ast, R.Selleaze 6+4reb+4ast
CIBACOPA Round 31: Fuerza Guinda Nogales defeat Ostioneros de Guaymas in the closest game of the week - May 25, 2013
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The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season.
The most exciting game of round 31 in the CIBACOPA took place in Guaymas. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of much higher ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (20-7) to fourth ranked Fuerza Guinda Nogales (14-13) 78-76 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ostioneros de Guaymas [read more]
The teams have now bigger motivation at this stage of Regular Season. Every game can be crucial and decide about teams' position at the end of Regular Season.
The most exciting game of round 31 in the CIBACOPA took place in Guaymas. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of much higher ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (20-7) to fourth ranked Fuerza Guinda Nogales (14-13) 78-76 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ostioneros de Guaymas. The guests trailed by 5 points after three quarters before their 20-13 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Strangely Ostioneros de Guaymas outrebounded Fuerza Guinda Nogales 44-32 including 17 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for Bahamas power forward Ryan Moss (200-74, college: UALR) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 8 rebounds. American swingman Cheyne Gadson (192-80, college: Oklahoma St.) helped adding 18 points and 5 assists. At the losing side American forward Jerome Habel (208-85, college: San Diego St.) responded with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks. Fuerza Guinda Nogales have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Tijuana. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the second position with seven games lost. Fuerza Guinda Nogales will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ostioneros de Guaymas will play again at home against Fuerza Guinda Nogales and it may be a tough game between close rivals. The game between Top Four teams took place in Hermosillo. First ranked host Rayos de Hermosillo (23-6) smashed 3rd placed Tijuana Zonkeys (14-13) 102-72. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Patrick Sanders (198-85, college: Cal-Irvine) who led the winners and scored 23 points. Kyle Spain accounted for 12 points and 8 rebounds. Rayos de Hermosillo's coach Dan Tacheny felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward James Penny (198-76, college: TCU) came up with 13 points and 8 rebounds for Tijuana Zonkeys in the defeat. Defending champion maintains first place with 23-6 record. Tijuana Zonkeys at the other side keep the third position with 13 games lost. They share it with Nogales. Rayos de Hermosillo will again play against Tijuana Zonkeys (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Tijuana Zonkeys will have a break next round. Bottom-ranked Trigueros de Ciudad Obregon managed to get the second consecutive victory on Friday night. This time they won against eighth-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis88-82. Americans were the main players on the court. Kenny Jones fired 29 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Tyrone McNeal produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Trigueros de Ciudad Obregon (10-17) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Guasave. Loser Pioneros Los Mochis dropped to the bottom position with 18 games lost. Trigueros de Ciudad Obregon will again meet at home bottom-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (#9) in the next round. Pioneros Los Mochis will have a break next round.
In the last game of round 31 Guasave won against Navolato on the opponent's court 99-91.
The most exciting game of round 31 in the CIBACOPA took place in Guaymas. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of much higher ranked Ostioneros de Guaymas (20-7) to fourth ranked Fuerza Guinda Nogales (14-13) 78-76 on Friday evening. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Ostioneros de Guaymas. The guests trailed by 5 points after three quarters before their 20-13 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Strangely Ostioneros de Guaymas outrebounded Fuerza Guinda Nogales 44-32 including 17 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for Bahamas power forward Ryan Moss (200-74, college: UALR) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 8 rebounds. American swingman Cheyne Gadson (192-80, college: Oklahoma St.) helped adding 18 points and 5 assists. Four Fuerza Guinda Nogales players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Jerome Habel (208-85, college: San Diego St.) responded with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 blocks and the former international forward Hector Hernandez (206-85, college: Fresno St.) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. Fuerza Guinda Nogales have a solid series of four victories in a row. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Tijuana. Ostioneros de Guaymas at the other side keep the second position with seven games lost. Fuerza Guinda Nogales will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ostioneros de Guaymas will play again at home against Fuerza Guinda Nogales and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nogales: R.Moss 19+8reb, C.Gadson 18+1reb+5ast, O.McCullough 14+5reb+1ast, J.Griffin 14+4reb, J.Mercado 5+4reb, B.Heredia 3+2reb+1ast Guaymas: J.Habel 24+6reb, H.Hernandez 16+7reb+3ast, M.Allen 10+5reb+5ast, A.Pedroza 9+4reb+4ast, F.Benitez 8+9reb+2ast, M.Ayala 5+7reb+1ast
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams when 6th ranked Garra Canera de Navolato (12-17) was defeated at home by seventh ranked Frayles de Guasave (10-17) 99-91 on Friday. The guests trailed by 2 points at the halftime before their 51-41 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. American forward Steffphon Pettigrew (195-89, college: W.Kentucky) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. His fellow American import forward Eugene Phelps (198, college: Long Beach St.) chipped in 23 points and 8 rebounds. The former international forward Jesus Gonzalez (195-86) produced 27 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and American forward Ronald Selleaze (197-76, college: CSU Bakersfield, agency: Dream Team Management) added 22 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Frayles de Guasave maintains seventh place with 10-17 record, which they share with Obregon. Garra Canera de Navolato lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 17 games lost. Frayles de Guasave will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Garra Canera de Navolato will play again against Frayles de Guasave (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Guasave: S.Pettigrew 25+11reb+2ast, F.Harris 24+3reb+1ast, E.Phelps 23+8reb+1ast, V.Buelna 10, N.Stallings 8+3reb+5ast, P.Meza Rogel 5+2ast Navolato: J.Gonzalez 27+5reb+7ast, R.Selleaze 22+7reb+1ast, M.Elliott 17+7reb+4ast, B.Toombs 10+6reb, F.Verdugo 9+2reb+8ast, A.Villalobos 6+1ast
Bottom-ranked Trigueros de Ciudad Obregon managed to get the second consecutive victory on Friday night. This time they won against eighth-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis88-82. The hosts trailed by 6 points after three quarters before their 23-11 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Americans were the main players on the court. Kenny Jones (198-84, college: Kentucky St., agency: Dream Team Management) fired 29 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Forward Nate Carter (201-83, college: Oklahoma, agency: Fusion Sports) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Center Tyrone McNeal (213) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and forward Devon Pearson (198-84, college: SMU) added 20 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Trigueros de Ciudad Obregon (10-17) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Guasave. Loser Pioneros Los Mochis dropped to the bottom position with 18 games lost. Trigueros de Ciudad Obregon will again meet at home bottom-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (#9) in the next round. Pioneros Los Mochis will have a break next round. Top scorers: Obregon: K.Jones 29+8reb+3ast, L.Davis 21+4ast, N.Carter 20+7reb+2ast, G.Preer 11+3reb+4ast, H.Rivera 4+2ast, I.Robles 2+1reb Los Mochis: T.McNeal 21+10reb+2ast, D.Pearson 20+8reb+2ast, J.Favela 10+4reb+2ast, D.Gage 10+3reb+3ast, D.Onofre 9+3reb+1ast, J.Sandoval 8+1reb+2ast
The game between Top Four teams took place in Hermosillo. First ranked host Rayos de Hermosillo (23-6) smashed 3rd placed Tijuana Zonkeys (14-13) 102-72. The game without a history. Rayos de Hermosillo led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Rayos de Hermosillo outrebounded Tijuana Zonkeys 31-20 including 22 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three nailing 13 long-distance shots on high 65.0 percentage. Rayos de Hermosillo brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Patrick Sanders (198-85, college: Cal-Irvine) who led the winners and scored 23 points. His fellow American import forward Kyle Spain (196-87, college: San Diego St.) accounted for 12 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Rayos de Hermosillo's coach Dan Tacheny felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward James Penny (198-76, college: TCU) came up with 13 points and 8 rebounds and the former international point guard Omar Quintero (183-81, college: S.Nazarene) added 15 points respectively for Tijuana Zonkeys in the defeat. Four Rayos de Hermosillo and five Tijuana Zonkeys players scored in double figures. Defending champion maintains first place with 23-6 record. Tijuana Zonkeys at the other side keep the third position with 13 games lost. They share it with Nogales. Rayos de Hermosillo will again play against Tijuana Zonkeys (#3) at home in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Tijuana Zonkeys will have a break next round. Top scorers: Hermosillo: P.Sanders 23+2reb+2ast, J.Lopez 14+3reb+1ast, J.Camacho 13+6reb+2ast, K.Spain 12+8reb+2ast, J.Esteva Hernandez 11+2reb, J.Villanueva 8+5reb Tijuana: O.Quintero 15+3reb+2ast, J.Penny 13+8reb, M.Morrison 13+1reb+3ast, L.Ramirez 11+1ast, S.Seay 10+5reb, E.Medina 5+1ast
Ramirez's 33-point game gives him Player of the Week award - May 25, 2013
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30-year old point guard Luis Ramirez (180-PG-82) had a very impressive game in the last round for Tijuana and receives a Latinbasket.com Player of the Week award for round 30.
He had the game-high 33 points adding four rebounds and six assists for Tijuana in his team's victory, helping them to crush Los Mochis (#8, 9-17) with 18-point margin 106-88. Tijuana maintains the 3rd position in Mexican league [read more]
30-year old point guard Luis Ramirez (180-PG-82) had a very impressive game in the last round for Tijuana and receives a Latinbasket.com Player of the Week award for round 30. He had the game-high 33 points adding four rebounds and six assists for Tijuana in his team's victory, helping them to crush Los Mochis (#8, 9-17) with 18-point margin 106-88. Tijuana maintains the 3rd position in Mexican league. Tijuana is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 14-12 record. In the team's last game Ramirez had a remarkable 75.0% from 2-point range and got six three-pointers out of 9 attempts. He just recently signed at Tijuana, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Luis Ramirez averages this season 18.3ppg.
Second best performed player last round was Sammy Monroe (198-F-85) of Cananea. He is American forward in his first season at Cananea. In the last game Monroe recorded impressive 33 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Of course he lead Cananea to another comfortable win outscoring the higher-ranked Hermosillo (#1, 22-6) 92-70. This victory allowed Cananea to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 12-16 record. Monroe is one of the most experienced players at Cananea and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 24.9ppg (#2). He also registered 6.3 boards per game. Former Newberry College star Monroe is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market.
Third place about best performers goes to guard Marcus Elliott (191-G-84) of Navolato (#6). Elliott got into 30-points club by scoring 39 points in the last round. He went also for six rebounds . Despite Elliott's great performance Navolato lost 97-102 to the higher-ranked Guaymas (#2, 20-6). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. The chances of Navolato ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 16 games, recording just twelve victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Elliott could help Navolato to bring them higher in the standings. Elliott has a great season in Mexico. After 14 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 22.1ppg (4th best).
Other top performing players last week: 4. Kenny Jones (198-PF-84) of Obregon - 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists 5. Hector Hernandez (206-F-85) of Guaymas - 30 points and 6 rebounds 6. Shannon Shorter (193-G-89) of Guaymas - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists 7. Marcus Morrison (198-G/F-84) of Tijuana - 20 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists 8. Devon Pearson (198-F-84) of Los Mochis - 32 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists 9. Elvis Medina (183-PG-84) of Tijuana - 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists 10. James Penny (198-F-76) of Tijuana - 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
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)
Teams are gearing up for a finish strong and are making roster changes in an effort to solidify its roster. Fuerza Guinda de Nogales, in a contested battle for third place, has signed mexican-american guardJustin Griffin(194-G/F-83, college:Hawaii-Hilo). The 6'5 sharp shooting guard is coming off a solid season with Soles de Mexicali. Frayles de Guasave has reached out to their Abeja connection and signed bothSteffphon Pettigrew(195-F-89, college:W [read more]
Teams are gearing up for a finish strong and are making roster changes in an effort to solidify its roster. Fuerza Guinda de Nogales, in a contested battle for third place, has signed mexican-american guard Justin Griffin (194-G/F-83, college: Hawaii-Hilo) . The 6'5 sharp shooting guard is coming off a solid season with Soles de Mexicali. Frayles de Guasave has reached out to their Abeja connection and signed both Steffphon Pettigrew (195-F-89, college: W.Kentucky) and .Eugene Phelps (198-F, college: Long Beach St.) Both had stellar seasons with Abejas this past LNBP season. Tijuana Zonkeys brought back forward Sylvester Seay (208-F-85, agency: Edge Sports, college: Fresno St.) . Seay started the season with the team last season. The league is coming into its last week of play and it will be interesting to see how teams fare from the 3rd to the 8th spot
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