NBB Round 8 (Regular Season): Minas lose their first game against Brasilia

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was the first loss of Minas (7-1) on the court of seventh ranked Brasilia on Monday night. Visitors were edged by Brasilia 80-78. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Minas. Brasilia made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Minas helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Brunao Cardoso (197-2002) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and Argentinian-Italian point guard Facundo Corvalan (190-1998) who added 11 points and 6 assists during the contest. American forward Erik McCree (202-1993, college: La Tech) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Brasilia (5-2) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Mogi. Minas at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. Brasilia is looking forward to face Cruzeiro (#15) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Minas will have a break next round.
NBB top team - Flamengo (8-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighteenth ranked Pato (1-6) in Rio de Janeiro 101-63. The winners were led by the former international guard Guilherme Deodato (192-1991) who scored that evening 30 points and Shaquille Johnson supported him with 10 points and 7 rebounds. Even 15 points by forward Brunao Cardoso (197-2002) did not help to save the game for Pato. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Undefeated Flamengo have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record. Pato at the other side dropped to the seventeenth place with six games lost. They share the position with Osasco and Rio Claro. Flamengo will play against Sesi/Franca (#3) in Sao Paulo in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Pato will play at home against Cearense (#14) to get more than just one victory in their record.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 8: Mogi won against Cearense on the opponent's court 80-76. Pinheiros outscored Caxias do Sul in a home game 82-59. Paulistano managed to beat Osasco on the road 94-81. Sesi/Franca crushed Botafogo on its own court 91-61. U.Corinthians was beaten by Pinheiros in Sao Paulo 102-84. Corinthians won against Sao Jose at home 78-64.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 21 points and 10 rebounds by Douglas Silva of Sao Jose.



Flamengo - Pato 101-63

NBB top team - Flamengo (8-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighteenth ranked Pato (1-6) in Rio de Janeiro 101-63. Flamengo dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Pato's 26. Flamengo forced 20 Pato turnovers and outrebounded them 37-21 including a 31-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Flamengo players were unselfish on offense dishing 31 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Pato's players. The winners were led by the former international guard Guilherme Deodato (192-1991) who scored that evening 30 points and American guard Shaquille Johnson (191-1990, college: Marshall) supported him with 10 points and 7 rebounds. Even 15 points by forward Brunao Cardoso (197-2002) did not help to save the game for Pato. Argentinian-Italian point guard Facundo Corvalan (190-1998) added 10 points for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flamengo have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 8-0 record. Pato at the other side dropped to the seventeenth place with six games lost. They share the position with Osasco and Rio Claro. Flamengo will play against Sesi/Franca (#3) in Sao Paulo in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Pato will play at home against Cearense (#14) to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Flamengo: D.Guilherme 30+4reb+2ast, A.Negrete 14+3reb+1ast, C.Markeith 11+4reb+3ast, J.Shaquille 10+7reb+3ast, D.Ferreira 8+2reb, B.Dee 8+3reb+8ast
Pato: D.Souza Michel 15+1reb+1ast, R.Horton 11+3reb, N.Lucas 10+1reb+3ast, T.Thompson 9+1reb+1ast, J.Fidelis 7+3reb+1ast, P.Danilo 5

Cearense - Mogi 76-80

Very expected game when 14th ranked Fortaleza (2-4) was defeated at home by sixth ranked Mogi (5-2) 80-76. Mogi outrebounded Cearense 43-25 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by Anderson Barbosa who had that evening a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds and Paulo Da Costa supported him with 16 points and 5 assists. Mogi's coach Fernando Penna allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. Even 19 points and 5 rebounds by American guard Jack Gohlke (190-1999, college: Oakland, agency: JCK Sports Group) did not help to save the game for Cearense. Fernando Salsamendi (193-1996, college: Ave Maria) added 12 points for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Mogi maintains sixth position with 5-2 record, which they share with Brasilia. Cearense lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with four games lost. Mogi will play against Rio Claro (#19) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Cearense will play against Pato (#18) in Pato Branco and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Mogi: R.Mencarini 19+3reb+3ast, A.Barbosa 17+14reb, C.Da 16+4reb+5ast, D.Andre 10+14reb+1ast, R.Felipe 9+2ast, V.Chagas 5+3reb
Cearense: J.Gohlke 19+5reb+3ast, F.Salsamendi 12+4reb+2ast, M.Dupree 11+4reb+2ast, A.Popovic 11+2reb+1ast, F.Gabriel 11+2reb+2ast, B.Da Silva 8+6reb

Pinheiros - Caxias do Sul 82-59

Rather predictable result in Sao Paulo where fourth ranked Pinheiros (6-2) smashed 8th ranked Caxias do Sul (3-3) 82-59. Pinheiros made 25-of-27 charity shots (92.6 percent) during the game. The winners were led by American point guard David Sloan (183-1999, college: ETSU) who scored that evening 14 points and 8 assists and Yan Djalo Barbosa supported him with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Pinheiros players scored in double figures. Even 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists by the former international guard Humberto Silva (196-1995) did not help to save the game for Caxias do Sul. Guard Felipe Vezaro (192-1992, college: TAMIU) added 15 points for the guests. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pinheiros moved-up to third place, which they share with Sesi/Franca and Corinthians. Caxias do Sul at the other side dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with U.Corinthians and UniFacisa. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Pinheiros: S.De 16, F.Borges 15+2ast, Y.Barbosa 14+6reb+1ast, S.David 14+2reb+8ast, P.CJ 9+5reb, S.Agapy 4+3reb+1ast
Caxias do Sul: H.Silva 16+5reb+4ast, F.Vezaro 15+1reb+1ast, S.Stallworth 9, S.Miguel 6+2reb, O.Tom 6+10reb+1ast, R.Fabrizzio 5+1reb+5ast

Osasco - Paulistano 81-94

Not a big story in a game when 17th ranked Osasco (1-6) was defeated at home by tenth ranked Paulistano (4-3) 94-81. Paulistano made 27-of-31 charity shots (87.1 percent) during the game, while Osasco only scored seven points from the stripe. They outrebounded Osasco 38-24 including 29 on the defensive glass. Osasco was plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by Vitor Silva who scored that evening 28 points and 6 rebounds and the former international Guilherme Abreu (200-1999) supported him with 20 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Paulistano players scored in double figures. Paulistano's coach Demetrius Ferraciu allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Even 12 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists by American point guard David Sloan (183-1999, college: ETSU) did not help to save the game for Osasco. added 14 points for the hosts. Paulistano have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to eighth place. Osasco lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth position with six games lost. They share it with Rio Claro and Pato. Paulistano will play against U.Corinthians (#10) in Santa Cruz do Sul in the next round. Osasco will play at home against Vasco (#20) to get more than just one victory in their record.
Top scorers:
Paulistano: V.Silva 28+6reb+3ast, A.Guilherme 20+12reb+4ast, K.Hunter 15+2reb+5ast, S.Lucas 13+4reb+4ast, G.Macedo 10+8reb, G.Pereira 3
Osasco: A.Dalaqua 14+1reb+1ast, A.Britos 14+2ast, H.Anthony 12+9reb+7ast, W.Matheus 9+5ast, E.Carvalho 9+1reb+1ast, V.Malachias 8+5reb+2ast

Sesi/Franca - Botafogo 91-61

Everything went according to plan in Sao Paulo where third ranked Vivo/Franca (6-2) outscored 15th ranked Botafogo (2-6) 91-61. Sesi/Franca dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Botafogo's 26. Sesi/Franca forced 19 Botafogo turnovers and outrebounded them 39-27 including a 31-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Sesi/Franca players were unselfish on offense dishing 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Botafogo's players. The winners were led by the former international center Cristiano Felicio (210-1992, college: Oregon) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and international center Lucas Dias (207-1995) supported him with 9 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Vivo/Franca players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 4 assists by did not help to save the game for Botafogo. The former international Guilherme Abreu (200-1999) added 9 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sesi/Franca maintains third position with 6-2 record having just two points less than leader Flamengo, which they share with Pinheiros and Corinthians. Botafogo at the other side dropped to the sixteenth place with six games lost. Sesi/Franca will play against league's leader Flamengo in Rio de Janeiro in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Botafogo will play on the road against Bauru (#12) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Sesi/Franca: J.David 18+1ast, F.Cristiano 16+15reb+1ast, B.Paulo 13+5reb+2ast, J.Laterza 11+2reb+7ast, D.Lucas 9+7reb+5ast, R.Mineiro 6+3reb+1ast
Botafogo: B.Matheusinho 18+2reb+4ast, D.White 10+5reb, B.Marquardt 10+2reb, M.Emanuel 9+8reb+1ast, S.Paulo 7+1reb, B.Kleber 5+5ast

Brasilia - Minas 80-78

The most surprising game was the first loss of undefeated Minas (7-1) on the court of seventh ranked Brasilia on Monday night. Visitors were edged by Brasilia 80-78. It ended at the same time the seven-game winning streak of Minas. Brasilia made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. 24 personal fouls committed by Minas helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Brunao Cardoso (197-2002) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and Argentinian-Italian point guard Facundo Corvalan (190-1998) who added 11 points and 6 assists during the contest. Four Brasilia players scored in double figures. American forward Erik McCree (202-1993, college: La Tech) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Brasilia (5-2) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Mogi. Minas at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost. Brasilia is looking forward to face Cruzeiro (#15) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Minas will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Brasilia: C.Brunao 17+12reb+2ast, H.Von 14+3reb+2ast, L.Lucas 13+4reb+1ast, C.Facundo 11+4reb+6ast, M.Silva 9+3reb+4ast, R.Paulichi 8+4reb+2ast
Minas: E.McCree 18+10reb+2ast, P.Alexandre 12+6reb+3ast, J.Williams 10+4reb+1ast, D.Fuzaro 7+3reb+2ast, A.Juan 6+8reb, B.Winicius 6+4reb

Pinheiros - U.Corinthians 102-84

There was no surprise in Sao Paulo where 9th ranked U.Corinthians (3-3) was defeated by fourth ranked Pinheiros (6-2) 102-84. Pinheiros outrebounded U.Corinthians 38-20 including 24 on the defensive glass. Pinheiros players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. The winners were led by American point guard David Sloan (183-1999, college: ETSU) who scored that evening 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and Yan Djalo Barbosa supported him with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Pinheiros players scored in double figures. Even 24 points and 5 assists by American Jeremy Hollowell (203-1994, college: Georgia St., agency: BIG) did not help to save the game for U.Corinthians. His fellow American import power forward Devon Scott (205-1994, college: Dayton) added 18 points and 6 assists for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Pinheiros moved-up to third place, which they share with Sesi/Franca and Corinthians. U.Corinthians at the other side keeps the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with Caxias do Sul and UniFacisa. Pinheiros will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. U.Corinthians will play on the road against Paulistano (#8) in Sao Paulo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pinheiros: S.David 20+5reb+7ast, P.CJ 18+5reb+3ast, S.Agapy 16+6reb, P.Pastre 16+7reb+2ast, Y.Barbosa 15+9reb+6ast, S.De 5+3reb+4ast
U.Corinthians: J.Hollowell 24+4reb+5ast, D.Scott 18+2reb+6ast, C.Guyton 12+2reb+1ast, N.Barnes 9+1reb+6ast, V.Fabricio 6+3reb+1ast, A.Bresolin 5+1reb+3ast

Corinthians - Sao Jose 78-64

No shocking result in a game in Sao Paulo where fifth ranked Corinthians (6-2) won against 11th ranked Sao Jose (3-4) 78-64. They outrebounded Sao Jose 41-23 including a 32-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Corinthians players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. The winners were led by the former international forward Rafael Munford (195-1998, college: Augusta) who scored that evening 24 points and American guard Elyjah Clark (191-1998, college: MSSU) supported him with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Even a double-double of 21 points and 10 rebounds by Douglas Silva (202-1998) did not help to save the game for Sao Jose. added 13 points for the guests. Corinthians have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Sesi/Franca and Pinheiros. Sao Jose at the other side dropped to the twelfth position with four games lost. They share it with Bauru. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Corinthians: M.Rafael 24+3reb+2ast, C.Elyjah 15+7reb+5ast, V.Camilo 10+9reb+3ast, C.Elio 8+3reb+7ast, T.Davaunta 8+3reb+4ast, G.Novaes 7+8reb+2ast
Sao Jose: D.Silva 21+10reb+3ast, R.Anderson 13+1reb, M.Tavares 10+3reb, A.Borges 9+1reb+3ast, G.Lessa 6+1reb+7ast, M.Miller 3+1reb+2ast