LDD Round 8 (Regular Season): Gimnasia CR gets another victory

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Undefeated leader Gimnasia CR delivered the eighth consecutive win on Monday night. This time they beat 6th ranked Independ.O. (5-4) 84-78 in Olivia. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Independ.O.. Gimnasia CR forced 22 Independ.O. turnovers. The best player for the winners was Martiniano Dato who scored 27 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Dominican swingman Angel Reyes (201-2002) chipped in 20 points and 12 rebounds. point guard Jorge Garcia (180) produced 15 points and 9 rebounds for the hosts. Independ.O.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Undefeated Gimnasia CR (8-0) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 8 victories in a row. Independ.O. at the other side keeps the sixth place with four games lost. Gimnasia CR are looking forward to face Instituto (#3) in Cordoba in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Independ.O. will have a break next round.
Bottom-ranked Olimpico (0-7) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 91-67 loss to second ranked Obera (7-1) in La Banda. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. Power forward Kelvin Ramirez (204-2002) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds. Alejo Azpilicueta contributed with 22 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Francisco Conca replied with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds for Olimpico. Olimpico's coach Guillermo Aliende gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Obera have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 7-1 record behind leader Gimnasia. Olimpico at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Bottom-ranked Olimpico (0-7) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 87-80 loss to fourteenth ranked Union (2-5) in La Banda on Friday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Estanislao Crespi who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 17 rebounds. Francisco Conca responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). Despite that victory Union went down to fifteenth position due to points difference, which they share with Quimsa. Loser Olimpico still closes the standings with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Rest of the games of round 8 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Independ.O. defeated Zarate in Olivia 89-80. San Lorenzo smashed Penarol at home 84-64. Riachuelo LR lost to Obras on the opponent's court 73-87. Quimsa lost to defending champion Obera in a home game 96-102. Platense recorded a loss to Argentino on the road 59-77. Boca Jrs. lost to undefeated Instituto on its own court 73-77. Independ.O. smashed San Lorenzo in Olivia 94-65. Zarate was destroyed by Riachuelo LR at home 89-109. Union unfortunately lost to Quimsa on the opponent's court 68-78. Regatas managed to beat Comunicaciones in a home game 75-70. Instituto defeated Penarol on the road 76-75.



Olimpico - Obera 67-91

Bottom-ranked Olimpico (0-7) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 91-67 loss to second ranked Obera (7-1) in La Banda. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. Obera outrebounded Olimpico 48-35 including 16 on the offensive glass. Obera players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Olimpico's players. They brought some defensive toughness making 8 blocks. Power forward Kelvin Ramirez (204-2002) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds. Forward Alejo Azpilicueta (201-2002) contributed with 22 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Francisco Conca replied with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds and guard Augusto Morales (185-2003) added 15 points in the effort for Olimpico. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Olimpico's coach Guillermo Aliende gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Obera have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 7-1 record behind leader Gimnasia. Olimpico at the other side still closes the standings with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Olimpico: T.Luciano 17+1reb, M.Augusto 15+3reb, C.Francisco 13+14reb+1ast, G.Ignacio 10+3reb, J.Salvador 5+1reb+2ast, M.Cesar 4+8reb+3ast
Obera: A.Alejo 22+8reb+3ast, R.Kelvin 21+19reb+3ast, H.Caballero 15+4reb+6ast, C.Mateo 11+2reb+1ast, Q.Nicolas 7+3reb+5ast, K.Maximo 6+4reb+3ast

Zarate - Independ.O. 80-89

There was no surprise when 14th ranked Zarate (2-4) was defeated at home by sixth ranked Independ.O. (5-4) 89-80 on Wednesday. Independ.O. outrebounded Zarate 39-28 including 29 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Jorge Garcia (180) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 15 rebounds and Maximo Benavidez who added 16 points during the contest. Forward Juan Ibarra (197-2004) responded with 18 points and 4 assists and guard Sahir Abdala (185-2005) scored 19 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Zarate's coach Daniel Acosta tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Independ.O. maintains sixth position with 5-4 record. Zarate lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth place with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Zarate: A.Sahir 19+1reb+3ast, I.Juan 18+4reb+4ast, M.Edgar 16+4reb+1ast, D.Joaquin 15+6reb+2ast, M.Jeronimo 3+2reb, F.Andres 3+2reb+1ast
Independ.O.: G.Jorge 29+15reb, B.Maximo 16+4reb+1ast, B.Juan 15+3reb+2ast, C.Esteban 13+5reb+2ast, P.Francisco 7+2reb+1ast, S.Exequiel 7+5reb+2ast

San Lorenzo - Penarol 84-64

Everything could happen in Almagra at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked San Lorenzo and 16th ranked Penarol had identical 2-5 record. This time San Lorenzo used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Mar del Plata 84-64 on Wednesday night. San Lorenzo dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Penarol's 24. They outrebounded Penarol 57-33 including a 42-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Valentino Nesci who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and Mateo Puccio who added 22 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Five San Lorenzo players scored in double figures. San Lorenzo's coach Juan Veira used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Gian Rossi (185-2005) responded with 27 points and 6 rebounds and forward Nicolas Chiaraviglio (199-2004) scored 23 points and 4 assists. San Lorenzo have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain thirteenth position with 3-5 record. Penarol lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth place with six games lost. They share the position with Platense. San Lorenzo will meet at home higher ranked Ferro (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Penarol will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Penarol: R.Gian 27+6reb+2ast, C.Nicolas 23+3reb+4ast, M.Teo 7+7reb+1ast, F.Mateo 4+1ast, Q.Stefano 3+2reb, A.Gonzalo 0+2reb+2ast
San Lorenzo: P.Mateo 22+9reb+1ast, N.Valentino 19+13reb+7ast, R.Thiago 13+5reb+1ast, S.Eduardo 12+7reb, E.Alan 10+7reb+3ast, R.Christian 6+3reb

Obras - Riachuelo LR 87-73

There was a minor upset in Buenos Aires where their close opponent Riachuelo LR (4-3) was defeated by eleventh ranked Obras (4-3) 87-73 on Thursday. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Lautaro Barrios (195-2004) who helped to win the game recording 27 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and point guard Juan Respaud (190-2005) who added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Obras' coach Javier Ielmini used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Francisco Dalpino responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Jeremias Barco (-2005) scored 11 points, 9 rebounds and 5 blocks. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Obras moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Regatas and Riachuelo LR. Obras' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Buenos Aires Boca Jrs.
Top scorers:
Riachuelo LR: D.Francisco 18+12reb+4ast, M.Keiver 16+4reb, P.Marco 12+4reb+1ast, B.Jeremias 11+9reb+1ast, C.Mateo 7+3reb+4ast, V.Lautaro 5+4reb+4ast
Obras: B.Lautaro 27+8reb+5ast, R.Juan 13+5reb+5ast, P.Victor 12+3reb+3ast, A.Jefferson 11+3reb+1ast, F.Valentino 9+4reb+1ast, M.Benjamin 5+2reb+1ast

Quimsa - Obera 96-102

Very predictable result in Santiago del Estero where second ranked Obera (7-1) beat 18th ranked Quimsa (2-5) 102-96 on Thursday. Worth to mention a great performance of Nicolas Quiroga (191-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists and power forward Kelvin Ramirez (204-2002) who added 28 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Guard Matias Pikaluk (185-2006) responded with a double-double by scoring 42 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 6 assists and center Raymon Bastardo (202-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds. Five Obera and four Quimsa players scored in double figures. Obera have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains second position with 7-1 record behind leader Gimnasia. Quimsa lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifteenth place with five games lost. They share the position with Union. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Quimsa: P.Matias 42+10reb+6ast, B.Raymon 21+18reb+3ast, C.Joseph 14+9reb+2ast, Y.Ivan 13+3reb+7ast, B.Mateo 2+1reb, C.Facundo 2+1reb
Obera: R.Kelvin 28+9reb, H.Caballero 28+6reb+2ast, Q.Nicolas 18+13reb+9ast, K.Maximo 12+2reb+1ast, A.Alejo 10+4reb+2ast, C.Mateo 6+2reb+3ast

Argentino - Platense 77-59

Not a big story in a game in Junin where 16th ranked Platense (2-6) was defeated by fifth ranked Argentino (5-2) 77-59 on Thursday. Argentino made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Augusto Gennero (188-2003) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Santiago Capelli (180-2005) who added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Argentino's coach Juan Martin used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Venezuelan point guard Anthoan Urbina (183-2005) responded with 12 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Mariano Goicoechea (195-2004) scored 12 points. Argentino have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain fifth position with 5-2 record. Loser Platense dropped to the seventeenth place with six games lost. They share the position with Penarol. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Platense: G.Mariano 12+3reb+2ast, U.Anthoan 12+7reb+1ast, M.Santino 9+8reb, J.Manuel 8+2reb, P.Igor 7+1reb, P.Santiago 5+3reb
Argentino: C.Santiago 20+5reb+4ast, B.Santiago 18+5reb, G.Augusto 18+10reb+2ast, S.Leonel 8+6reb+1ast, R.Francisco 5, D.Prinzio Piero 4+4reb+1ast

Boca Jrs. - Instituto 73-77

Everything went according to plan in Buenos Aires where top-ranked Instituto (6-0) won against 7th ranked Boca Jrs (4-4) 77-73 on Friday. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Ignacio Beltramino (179) who helped to win the game recording 20 points and Kadir Pomare who added 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Federico Contrera (-2006) responded with 23 points and 8 assists and center Nicolas Burgos (207-2003) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Instituto have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Loser Boca Jrs dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. Instituto will meet at home league's leader Gimnasia CR in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Boca Jrs' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Buenos Aires to the arena Obras.
Top scorers:
Boca Jrs.: C.Federico 23+3reb+8ast, B.Nicolas 15+12reb+1ast, S.Nicolas 11+4reb+2ast, S.Tomas 11+5reb, T.Martin 9+3reb+2ast, C.Fidel 2
Instituto: B.Ignacio 20+4reb+1ast, P.Kadir 14+8reb, B.Agustin 12+3reb+1ast, A.Bruno 10+3reb+2ast, A.Benjamin 7+2reb+2ast, C.Jerson 7+7reb+1ast

Olimpico - Union 80-87

Bottom-ranked Olimpico (0-7) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 87-80 loss to fourteenth ranked Union (2-5) in La Banda on Friday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of Estanislao Crespi who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 17 rebounds and Facundo Chamorro who added 13 points and 4 blocks during the contest. Four Union players scored in double figures. Francisco Conca responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field) and guard Augusto Morales (185-2003) scored 25 points. Despite that victory Union went down to fifteenth position due to points difference, which they share with Quimsa. Loser Olimpico still closes the standings with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Olimpico: C.Francisco 26+13reb+1ast, M.Augusto 25+3reb+2ast, G.Ignacio 14+4reb+3ast, T.Luciano 6+3reb, S.Rodrigo 3+3reb, R.Facundo 2+3reb
Union: C.Estanislao 28+17reb+3ast, F.Agustin 18+1ast, C.Facundo 13+4reb+3ast, G.Ulises 10+9reb+1ast, A.Lorenzo 9+3reb, V.Nicolas 7+2reb

San Lorenzo - Independ.O. 65-94

There was no surprise in Almagra where 13th ranked San Lorenzo (3-5) was crushed by sixth ranked Independ.O. (5-4) 94-65 on Friday. Independ.O. made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Independ.O. outrebounded San Lorenzo 51-38 including 38 on the defensive glass. Independ.O. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Jorge Garcia (180) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds and Esteban Caffaro (200-2003) who added 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Independ.O. players scored in double figures. Eduardo Santamaria responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds (perfect from the field making all six shots) and Valentino Nesci scored 14 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). San Lorenzo's coach Juan Veira already knew that his team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Independ.O. maintains sixth position with 5-4 record. Loser San Lorenzo keeps the thirteenth place with five games lost. Independ.O. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. San Lorenzo will play against Ferro (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
San Lorenzo: S.Eduardo 15+8reb+2ast, N.Valentino 14+5reb+2ast, L.Lucas 9+3reb+3ast, R.Thiago 7+7reb, L.Manuel 6+4reb, T.Santiago 4+4reb
Independ.O.: G.Jorge 26+13reb+2ast, C.Esteban 24+7reb+4ast, P.Angel 18+8reb+2ast, S.Exequiel 11+8reb, B.Santiago 7+4reb+2ast, B.Juan 3+3reb+5ast

Zarate - Riachuelo LR 89-109

No shocking result in a game when eleventh ranked Riachuelo LR (4-3) smashed on the road 14th ranked Zarate (2-4) 109-89 on Saturday. Riachuelo LR made 29-of-33 free shots (87.9 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Jeremias Barco (-2005) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 6 rebounds and Francisco Dalpino who added 24 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. Five Riachuelo LR players scored in double figures. Forward Juan Ibarra (197-2004) responded with 22 points and 8 rebounds and guard Sahir Abdala (185-2005) scored 21 points and 4 assists. Zarate's coach Daniel Acosta tested twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Riachuelo LR moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Regatas and Obras. Zarate lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the fourteenth position with four games lost. Riachuelo LR will meet at home league's leader Gimnasia CR in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Zarate will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Zarate: I.Juan 22+8reb+2ast, A.Sahir 21+4reb+4ast, M.Edgar 15+6reb+2ast, D.Joaquin 9+5reb+2ast, S.Gino 7+4reb, F.Andres 5+2reb
Riachuelo LR: D.Francisco 24+6reb+1ast, B.Jeremias 24+6reb+2ast, P.Marco 18+2reb+2ast, C.Mateo 17+2reb+2ast, B.Matias 16+5reb+3ast, V.Lautaro 10+9reb

Quimsa - Union 78-68

There was a minor upset in Santiago del Estero where higher ranked Union (2-5) was defeated by eighteenth ranked Quimsa (2-5) 78-68 on Monday. Quimsa outrebounded Union 53-34 including a 40-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of center Raymon Bastardo (202-2002) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points and 20 rebounds and guard Matias Pikaluk (185-2006) who added 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Estanislao Crespi responded with 14 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Lorenzo Antoniazzi (195-2002) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Four Quimsa and five Union players scored in double figures. Quimsa moved-up to fifteenth place, which they share with defeated Union. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Union: C.Estanislao 14+7reb+1ast, V.Nicolas 10+2reb+3ast, P.Joel 10+2reb+3ast, A.Lorenzo 10+7reb+2ast, G.Ulises 10+5reb, C.Facundo 6+5reb+2ast
Quimsa: B.Raymon 19+20reb+2ast, P.Matias 18+9reb+5ast, C.Joseph 17+5reb, C.Facundo 12+5reb+4ast, Y.Ivan 5+6reb+4ast, E.Yamil 3+2reb

Regatas - Comunicaciones 75-70

Everything could happen in Corrientes at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Regatas and 10th ranked Comunicaciones had identical 3-3 record. This time Regatas used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Mercedes 75-70 on Monday night. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Benjamin Marco (186-2005) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 7 rebounds and forward Francisco Ferraro (196-2004) who added 17 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Point guard Agustin Passone (180-2003) responded with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Marcos Panozzo (195) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Regatas (4-3) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Obras and Riachuelo LR. Loser Comunicaciones dropped to the twelfth position with four games lost. Regatas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Comunicaciones will play against San Martin (#19) in Corrientes and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Comunicaciones: P.Agustin 20+6reb+4ast, R.Mateo 18+6reb, P.Marcos 12+11reb+2ast, B.Agustin 9+6reb+2ast, P.Ignacio 4+7reb, P.Yosel 3+8reb
Regatas: M.Benjamin 23+7reb+1ast, F.Francisco 17+11reb+1ast, P.Juan 10+4reb+2ast, L.Juan 8+5reb+2ast, S.Matias 6+4reb, F.Juan 5+3reb+2ast

Penarol - Instituto 75-76

Not a big story in a game in Mar del Plata where 16th ranked Penarol (2-6) was edged by top-ranked Instituto (6-0) 76-75 on Monday. Instituto had a 28-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Kadir Pomare who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Ignacio Beltramino (179) who added 15 points during the contest. Forward Nicolas Chiaraviglio (199-2004) responded with 25 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Gian Rossi (185-2005) scored 21 points and 8 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Instituto have an impressive six-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Penarol lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth position with six games lost. They share it with Platense. Instituto will meet at home league's leader Gimnasia CR in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Penarol will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Penarol: C.Nicolas 25+8reb+1ast, R.Gian 21+1reb+8ast, V.Franco 11+5reb+2ast, M.Teo 10+4reb+1ast, B.Federico 4+3reb+2ast, S.Tobias 2+2reb+2ast
Instituto: P.Kadir 21+8reb, A.Bruno 15+1reb+2ast, B.Ignacio 15+4reb+2ast, M.Fausto 11+5reb+2ast, C.Jerson 6+8reb, D.Santiago 4+4reb+1ast

Independ.O. - Gimnasia 78-84

Undefeated leader Gimnasia CR delivered the eighth consecutive win on Monday night. This time they beat 6th ranked Independ.O. (5-4) 84-78 in Olivia. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Independ.O.. Gimnasia CR forced 22 Independ.O. turnovers. The best player for the winners was Martiniano Dato who scored 27 points and 7 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Dominican swingman Angel Reyes (201-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds. Point guard Jorge Garcia (180) produced 15 points and 9 rebounds and Dominican Angel Puello added 17 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Independ.O.'s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Gimnasia CR (8-0) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with a perfect record of 8 victories in a row. Independ.O. at the other side keeps the sixth place with four games lost. Gimnasia CR are looking forward to face Instituto (#3) in Cordoba in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Independ.O. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Independ.O.: P.Angel 17+6reb+1ast, G.Jorge 15+9reb+2ast, B.Juan 13+5reb+1ast, A.Emiliano 11+2ast, B.Santiago 6+5reb+2ast, D.Facundo 5+2reb+1ast
Gimnasia: D.Martiniano 27+7reb+2ast, R.Angel 20+12reb+1ast, S.Ramiro 12+5reb+3ast, C.Marcos 10+3reb+1ast, A.Valentino 6+2reb+1ast, C.Jose 6+4reb+1ast