La Liga Argentina Round 68: #1 Dep Viedma is defeated by Villa Mitre

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Dep Viedma (19-8) in Rio Negro on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Villa Mitre (16-11) 86-80. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Dep Viedma. Villa Mitre made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Dep Viedma helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Ramiro Heinrich (204-1987) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Jano Martinez (180-2003) who added 8 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. point guard Raul Pelorosso (178-1994) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 assists. Dep Viedma's coach Guillermo Bogliacino rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Villa Mitre moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Zarate Basket. Dep Viedma at the other side still keeps top position with eight games lost. They share it with CAO Ceres. Villa Mitre is looking forward to face Del Progreso (#11) in General Roca in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Dep Viedma will have a break next round.
Seventh-ranked Villa S.Martin (15-12) gave a tough game to second ranked San Isidro (21-5) in San Francisco. San Isidro managed to secure only one-point victory 66-65. However their fans expected much easier game. The winners were led by Federico Zezular (198-2001) who scored that evening 16 points and 6 rebounds and Santiago Assum supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Even 19 points and 9 rebounds by American guard Michael Henry (196-1995, college: Buffalo St.) did not help to save the game for Villa S.Martin. San Isidro have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 21-5 record having just one point less than leader Independ.O. Villa S.Martin lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Ciclista. San Isidro will play against league's leader Independ.O. in Olivia in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Villa S.Martin will play on the road against Libertad (#10) in Sunchales and hopes to get back on the winning track.
La Liga Argentina top team - Independ.O. (23-4) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat twelfth ranked Estudiantes T. (6-21) in Olivia 81-68. The best player for the winners was Jose Bione who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Independ.O.'s coach Martin Gonzalez used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jose Muruaga produced 16 points and 5 assists for the guests. Newly promoted Independ.O. maintains first position with 23-4 record. Estudiantes T. lost seventh consecutive game. Estudiantes T. at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the twelfth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Parque Sur. Independ.O. will meet league's second-placed San Isidro in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Estudiantes T. will play against Barrio Parque (#3) in Cordoba and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 68: Salta Basket won against Jachal on the opponent's court 112-94. GELP unfortunately lost to Estudiantes O. in a home game 78-86. Estudiantes C. recorded a loss to Lanus on the road 60-75. Rocamora was defeated by Racing on its own court 72-81. Independiente beat Dep Norte in Santiago del Estero 89-86. Ameghino won against CAO Ceres at home 90-86. Colon SF unfortunately lost to Rivadavia on the opponent's court 68-72. Zarate Basket managed to beat Bahia in a home game 111-101.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by Agustin Brocal of Zarate Basket.

Jachal - Salta Basket 94-112

Very expected game when 15th ranked Jachal (3-24) was defeated at home by sixth ranked Salta Basket (17-10) 112-94 on Wednesday. Salta Basket outrebounded Jachal 50-33 including a 42-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was swingman Cristian Cardo (198-1999) who scored 34 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Point guard Gonzalo Alonso (178-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists. Five Salta Basket players scored in double figures. Ismael Sarruff produced 31 points and 4 assists and Cuban power forward Marlon Diaz (200-1998) added 16 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Salta Basket moved-up to third place, which they share with Racing. Jachal lost ninth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fifteenth position with 24 games lost. Salta Basket will meet Rivadavia (#9) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Jachal will play against Colon SF (#13) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Salta Basket: C.Cardo 34+7reb+4ast, A.Carnovale 19+1reb+6ast, E.Martinez 18+3reb+1ast, A.Gonzalo 16+8reb+11ast, Y.Fundora 10+12reb+1ast, D.Miguel Federico 9+1ast
Jachal: S.Ismael 31+1reb+4ast, M.Diaz 16+10reb+3ast, C.Julio 14+3reb+1ast, B.Szlaien 8+4reb+5ast, N.Coutin 8+6reb+1ast, M.Francisco 6+1reb+2ast

GELP - Estudiantes O. 78-86

Very predictable result in La Plata where second ranked Estudiantes O. (18-9) defeated 8th ranked GELP (14-13) 86-78 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was Jeffrey Merchant (197-1997) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Martin Cabrera (179-1996) chipped in 15 points and 5 assists. Guard Juan Pablo Lancieri (189-1995) produced 11 points and 8 rebounds and forward Rafael Rosende (198-1997) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Four GELP players scored in double figures. GELP's coach Fabian Renda tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Estudiantes O. maintains second position with 18-9 record behind leader Independ.O. Loser GELP keeps the eighth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Independiente and Pergamino. Estudiantes O. will meet Lanus (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. GELP will play against Estudiantes C. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes O.: J.Fernandez 16+7reb+1ast, M.Cabrera 15+4reb+5ast, J.Merchant 12+10reb+3ast, C.Scaramuzzino 11+3reb, M.Battistino 9+2reb+4ast, C.Johu 9+5reb+1ast
GELP: F.Vallejos 15+2reb+1ast, R.Rosende 12+7reb+2ast, F.Barroso 11+7reb+1ast, J.Pablo Lancieri 11+8reb+3ast, J.Acuna 9+1reb+1ast, G.Carlos 8

Lanus - Estudiantes C. 75-60

There was an upset in Buenos Aires where higher ranked Estudiantes C. (15-11) was defeated by eleventh ranked Lanus (12-15) 75-60 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was center Sebastian Chaine (201-1986) who scored 17 points and 5 rebounds. Point guard Mariano Gago (188-2001) chipped in 11 points, 7 assists and 6 steals. Four Lanus players scored in double figures. Power forward Martin Bonja (198) produced 8 points and 12 rebounds and point guard Matias Alluchon (185-2000) added 8 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Lanus moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Del Progreso. Loser Estudiantes C. dropped to the sixth position with 11 games lost. Lanus will meet at home league's second-placed Estudiantes O. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Estudiantes C. will play against GELP (#8) in La Plata and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lanus: S.Chaine 17+5reb+3ast, L.Ortiz 14+4reb, C.Ryan 11+6reb+1ast, G.Mariano 11+3reb+7ast, C.Franco 7+5reb, J.Kelly 7+4reb+5ast
Estudiantes C.: A.Moreno 13+2reb+1ast, R.Rattero 9+5reb+1ast, B.Martin 8+12reb+3ast, A.Matias 8+5reb+5ast, M.Gauna 7+3reb+1ast, Y.Alvaro 6+2reb+1ast

Independ.O. - Estudiantes T. 81-68

La Liga Argentina top team - Independ.O. (23-4) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat twelfth ranked Estudiantes T. (6-21) in Olivia 81-68. They outrebounded Estudiantes T. 49-33 including 39 on the defensive glass. Independ.O. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The best player for the winners was Jose Bione (200-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. Guard Lucio Reinaudi (185-1995) chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Four Independ.O. players scored in double figures. Independ.O.'s coach Martin Gonzalez used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Jose Muruaga (188-1984) produced 16 points and 5 assists and Diego Peralta (195-1994) added 17 points respectively for the guests. Newly promoted Independ.O. maintains first position with 23-4 record. Estudiantes T. lost seventh consecutive game. Estudiantes T. at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the twelfth place with 21 games lost. They share the position with Parque Sur. Independ.O. will meet league's second-placed San Isidro in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Estudiantes T. will play against Barrio Parque (#3) in Cordoba and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Independ.O.: J.Bione 19+12reb+2ast, L.Reinaudi 15+7reb+9ast, S.Giletto 12+5reb+3ast, J.Noblega 10+8reb+3ast, F.Martina 9+5reb+2ast, M.Nicolas 7+2reb
Estudiantes T.: P.Diego 17+3reb+1ast, J.Muruaga 16+2reb+5ast, J.Rodriguez 13+4reb+4ast, R.Orresta 7+1ast, I.Echevarria 4+6reb, T.Rayner 4+6reb

Rocamora - Racing 72-81

Everything went according to plan when third ranked Racing (17-10) beat on the road 14th ranked Rocamora (8-19) 81-72 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was Joaquin Gamazo (198-1991) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Erbel De Pietro (185-1988) chipped in 17 points. Forward Tomas Verbauwede (198-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Manuel Gomez (183-1996) added 19 points respectively for the hosts. Four Rocamora players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Racing have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain third position with 17-10 record having just two points less than leader Independ.O., which they share with Salta Basket. Loser Rocamora keeps the fourteenth place with 19 games lost. Racing will meet Parque Sur (#15) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Rocamora will play against Zarate Basket and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Racing: J.Gamazo 29+14reb+2ast, E.De Pietro 17+2reb+2ast, R.Acuna 10+5reb, R.Fernandez 9+1reb+2ast, B.Carlos 7+6reb+1ast, A.Maretto 6+4reb+5ast
Rocamora: G.Manuel 19+3ast, P.Carlos 15+2reb+1ast, V.Tomas 13+11reb+4ast, J.Catalin 10+4reb+3ast, G.Impini 7+4reb, M.Gomez 6+5reb

Dep Viedma - Villa Mitre 80-86

The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Dep Viedma (19-8) in Rio Negro on Wednesday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Villa Mitre (16-11) 86-80. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Dep Viedma. Villa Mitre made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Dep Viedma helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Ramiro Heinrich (204-1987) who helped to win the game recording 22 points and 6 rebounds and point guard Jano Martinez (180-2003) who added 8 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Point guard Raul Pelorosso (178-1994) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 assists and Lucas Gonzalez (199-1994) scored 7 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Dep Viedma players scored in double figures. Dep Viedma's coach Guillermo Bogliacino rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Villa Mitre moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Zarate Basket. Dep Viedma at the other side still keeps top position with eight games lost. They share it with CAO Ceres. Villa Mitre is looking forward to face Del Progreso (#11) in General Roca in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Dep Viedma will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Villa Mitre: R.Heinrich 22+6reb+1ast, F.Harina 21, F.Amigo 10+2reb+2ast, J.Levy 10+6reb+3ast, M.Jano 8+6reb+8ast, J.Gutierrez 7+5ast
Dep Viedma: R.Pelorosso 26+4reb+11ast, M.Eidintas 14+1reb+2ast, M.Tabieres 13+8reb+1ast, J.Marini 12+2reb, L.Gonzalez 7+8reb+7ast, L.Capponi 3+1ast

Dep Norte - Independiente 86-89

There was no surprise in Armstrong where 11th ranked Dep Norte (11-15) was edged by eighth ranked Independiente (14-13) 89-86 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was point guard Jeremias Sandrini (185-1993, agency: BIG) who scored 17 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Power forward Everton Gomez chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Swingman Juan Pablo Lugrin (196-1996) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Lautaro Mare (196-1998) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Independiente have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain eighth position with 14-13 record, which they share with GELP and Pergamino. Loser Dep Norte keeps the eleventh place with 15 games lost. Independiente will meet higher ranked Ameghino (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Dep Norte will play against CAO Ceres (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Independiente: V.Maximo 17+1reb, J.Sandrini 17+3reb+3ast, L.Silva 16+1reb+1ast, G.Everton 14+6reb, R.Fortunato 10+4reb+5ast, B.Ingratta 8+4reb+1ast
Dep Norte: L.Mare 16+6reb+3ast, C.Cupulutti 15+3reb, F.Alorda 15+4reb, J.Pablo Lugrin 14+10reb+4ast, B.Franco 12+10ast, C.Jeremias 9+1reb

Ameghino - CAO Ceres 90-86

There was a small surprise in Villa Maria where sixth ranked Ameghino (17-9) won against 4th ranked CAO Ceres (19-8) 90-86 on Wednesday. Ameghino forced 21 CAO Ceres turnovers. The best player for the winners was Venezuelan guard Yohanner Sifontes (192-1995) who scored 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Point guard Tomas Allende (190-2002) chipped in 17 points. Four Ameghino players scored in double figures. Ameghino's coach Pablo Castro allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Swingman Matias Martinez (195-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 11 rebounds and Jorge Banegas (190-1993, agency: BIG) added 20 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the guests. Ameghino have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to fifth place. Loser CAO Ceres still keeps top position with eight games lost. They share it with Dep Viedma. Ameghino will meet at home Independiente (#8) in the next round. CAO Ceres will play against Dep Norte (#11) in Armstrong and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ameghino: Y.Sifontes 23+5reb+6ast, A.Tomas 17+4reb, J.Luis Abeiro 13+7reb, B.Mateo 10+8reb+2ast, A.Aristimuno 9+6reb+3ast, L.Emiliano 8+3reb+5ast
CAO Ceres: M.Martinez 27+11reb, J.Banegas 20+10reb+2ast, P.Martinez 16+8reb+1ast, E.Spalla 8+6reb+2ast, G.Cabrera 6+5reb+3ast, E.Torne 5+3reb

Rivadavia - Colon SF 72-68

Rather expected game when 13th ranked Colon SF (5-22) was defeated on the road by tenth ranked Rivadavia (13-14) 72-68 on Wednesday. Rivadavia outrebounded Colon SF 43-30 including a 35-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Rivadavia made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was point guard Franco Sampaulise (180-2000) who scored 22 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Swingman Alejandro Madera (193-1991) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Matias Cueva (185-1997) produced 17 points and 4 assists and forward Ignacio Zulberti (200-1996) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for the guests. Rivadavia moved-up to ninth place. Colon SF lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth position with 22 games lost. Rivadavia will meet at home higher ranked Salta Basket (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Colon SF will play against Jachal (#15) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rivadavia: S.Franco 22+5reb+6ast, M.Alejandro 14+9reb+3ast, G.Francese 12+1reb, A.Trejo 8+12reb, T.Cravero 8+5reb+1ast, F.Jerez 6+4reb
Colon SF: C.Matias 17+3reb+4ast, I.Zulberti 13+9reb, M.Bernan 13+4reb, L.Tomas 8+1reb+4ast, T.Gutierrez 5+2reb+1ast, G.Eseverri 5+5reb

San Isidro - Villa S.Martin 66-65

Seventh-ranked Villa S.Martin (15-12) gave a tough game to second ranked San Isidro (21-5) in San Francisco. San Isidro managed to secure only one-point victory 66-65. However their fans expected much easier game. The winners were led by Federico Zezular (198-2001) who scored that evening 16 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Santiago Assum (194-1998) supported him with 15 points and 5 rebounds. Even 19 points and 9 rebounds by American guard Michael Henry (196-1995, college: Buffalo St.) did not help to save the game for Villa S.Martin. Point guard Santiago Luduena (176-1993) added 17 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. San Isidro have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 21-5 record having just one point less than leader Independ.O. Villa S.Martin lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Ciclista. San Isidro will play against league's leader Independ.O. in Olivia in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Villa S.Martin will play on the road against Libertad (#10) in Sunchales and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
San Isidro: F.Zezular 16+6reb, A.Santiago 15+5reb, M.Vittar 11+3reb, J.Cruz Oberto 8+9reb+2ast, S.Bruno 6+7reb+2ast, E.Stucky 5+7reb+1ast
Villa S.Martin: M.Henry 19+9reb+1ast, S.Luduena 17+5reb+3ast, F.Vieta 11+4reb+5ast, T.Williams 9+6reb+1ast, S.Mignani 5+3reb+4ast, G.Bruno 4+6reb

Zarate Basket - Bahia 111-101

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Zarate Basket (16-11) defeated at home 13th ranked Bahia (8-17) 111-101 on Wednesday. Zarate Basket made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 20 long-distance shots on high 52.6 percentage. Zarate Basket looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Agustin Brocal (191-1997) who scored 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Guard Facundo Pascolatt (185-1991) chipped in 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Ezequiel Paz (190-2001, agency: Interperformances) produced 29 points and 4 assists (was perfect 9-for-9 from the free throw line !!!) and forward Ivan Catani (194-1998) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Zarate Basket and four Bahia players scored in double figures. Bahia's coach Laura Cors tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Zarate Basket moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Villa Mitre. Loser Bahia keeps the thirteenth position with 17 games lost. Zarate Basket will meet at home Rocamora (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bahia will play against Pergamino and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Zarate Basket: A.Brocal 26+6reb+5ast, D.Pineda 18+1reb+2ast, A.Angel 14+1reb, P.Facundo 11+5reb+5ast, F.Grun 11+6reb+2ast, R.Banegas 10+1reb+1ast
Bahia: P.Ezequiel 29+1reb+4ast, I.Catani 15+6reb, F.Valentin 13+3reb+1ast, A.Facundo 12+4reb+4ast, F.Emanuel 9+6reb+3ast, S.Valentin 8+2reb+1ast



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