LNB 2 Round 4: Liceo Curico is defeated by Espanol O.

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was the first loss of Liceo Curico (3-1) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were rolled over by tenth ranked Espanol O. (3-2) 98-50. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Liceo Curico. Espanol O. dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Liceo Curico's 26 and made 28-of-37 free shots (75.7 percent) during the game, while Liceo Curico only scored twelve points from the stripe. Espanol O. forced 19 Liceo Curico turnovers and outrebounded them 51-36 including a 35-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. 24 personal fouls committed by Liceo Curico helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Hector Gomez (188-1987) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 9 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) and international Sebastian Suarez (193-1991, college: Portland St.) who added 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws) during the contest. At the losing side forward Juan Carrasco (-98) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Liceo Curico's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Espanol O. have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Aleman and Luis Matte. Liceo Curico at the other side dropped to the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with Arabe de Valp.. Espanol O. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Liceo Curico will play on the road against Truenos (#9) in Talca and is hoping to win this game.
Very significant was Sportiva Italiana's (#5) 42-point road victory against one of their biggest challengers Luis Matte 86-44. It was a key game for the second position in the league. The winners were led by guard Matias Lubiano (-1999) who scored that evening 13 points and 7 rebounds and Gaspar Hernandez supported him with 17 points. Even 8 points and 8 rebounds by Victor Gonzalez (-1984) did not help to save the game for Luis Matte. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sportiva Italiana (4-1) moved-up to second place, which they share with Liceo PN. Luis Matte at the other side dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. They share it with Aleman and Espanol O.. Sportiva Italiana's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Valparaiso Arabe de Valp..
Osorno has registered their first victory this season after three consecutive losses. The win is especially important as it came on the road game in , where they defeated Tomas L. (0-4) 73-57 on Saturday. Travion Leonard fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Rodrigo Rubio produced 16 points for lost side. Osorno (1-3) left bottom position moving up to twelfth place. It was Tomas L.'s fourth loss in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. Osorno will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tomas L. will play against Aleman (#6) in Puerto Varas and hopes to get finally their first victory.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 4: Boston College lost to Arabe de Valp. on the opponent's court 77-85. Aleman managed to outperform Municipal C. in a home game 66-48. Truenos was rolled over Liceo PN on the road 99-58.

Luis Matte - Sportiva Italiana 44-86

Very significant was Sportiva Italiana's (#5) 42-point road victory against one of their biggest challengers Luis Matte 86-44. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Sportiva Italiana made 16-of-20 charity shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 30 Luis Matte turnovers. The winners were led by guard Matias Lubiano (-1999) who scored that evening 13 points and 7 rebounds and Gaspar Hernandez (-1999) supported him with 17 points. Four Sportiva Italiana players scored in double figures. Even 8 points and 8 rebounds by Victor Gonzalez (-1984) did not help to save the game for Luis Matte. Luis Adrian (-1998) added 5 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sportiva Italiana (4-1) moved-up to second place, which they share with Liceo PN. Luis Matte at the other side dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. They share it with Aleman and Espanol O.. Sportiva Italiana's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Valparaiso Arabe de Valp..
Top scorers:
Luis Matte: V.Jorge 8+3reb, G.Victor 8+8reb, V.Juan 7+2reb+2ast, A.Luis 5+5reb+3ast, R.Reyes 5+4reb+3ast, B.Contreras 4+4reb
Sportiva Italiana: G.Hernandez 17+1ast, M.Lubiano 13+7reb+3ast, F.Herrera 10+7reb+1ast, C.Rios 10+7reb+1ast, J.Garcia 8+3reb, M.Alvaro 8+1reb+2ast

Arabe de Valp. - Boston College 85-77

Rather expected game in Valparaiso where 10th ranked Boston College (2-3) was defeated by eighth ranked Arabe de Valp. (3-1) 85-77 on Saturday. Arabe de Valp. have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Liceo Curico. Loser Boston College dropped to the eleventh position with three games lost. Arabe de Valp.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Valparaiso to the arena Sportiva Italiana.

Liceo Curico - Espanol O. 50-98

The most surprising game was the first loss of Liceo Curico (3-1) at the home court on Saturday night. Hosts were rolled over by tenth ranked Espanol O. (3-2) 98-50. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Liceo Curico. Espanol O. dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Liceo Curico's 26 and made 28-of-37 free shots (75.7 percent) during the game, while Liceo Curico only scored twelve points from the stripe. Espanol O. forced 19 Liceo Curico turnovers and outrebounded them 51-36 including a 35-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. 24 personal fouls committed by Liceo Curico helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Hector Gomez (188-1987) who helped to win the game recording 27 points and 9 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) and international Sebastian Suarez (193-1991, college: Portland St.) who added 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws) during the contest. At the losing side forward Juan Carrasco (-98) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds and center Sergio Chialva (-94) scored 6 points and 8 rebounds. Liceo Curico's coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Espanol O. have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Aleman and Luis Matte. Liceo Curico at the other side dropped to the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with Arabe de Valp.. Espanol O. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Liceo Curico will play on the road against Truenos (#9) in Talca and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Liceo Curico: J.Carrasco 16+8reb+1ast, M.Emilio 8+3reb, M.Rebolledo 8+2reb, B.Acuna 7+2reb+1ast, S.Chialva 6+8reb+2ast, F.Bastian 4+3reb+2ast
Espanol O.: H.Gomez 27+9reb, S.Suarez 25+7reb+4ast, M.Sepulveda 11+5reb+2ast, M.Cristobal 10+4reb+1ast, F.Barroso 9+12reb, R.Munoz 8+3reb+1ast

Aleman - Municipal C. 66-48

Rather predictable result in Puerto Varas where ninth ranked Aleman (3-2) defeated bottom-ranked Municipal C. (0-2) 66-48 on Saturday. Aleman held Municipal C. to an opponent 21.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 34.3 percent accuracy of the winners. Venezuelan center Sergio Mijares (-1997) fired a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Center Marko Castro (192-88) chipped in 13 points and 7 rebounds. Aleman's coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jordan Flores produced 12 points and Javier Munoz added 9 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Aleman moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Luis Matte and Espanol O. Loser Municipal C. still closes the standings with two games lost. Aleman will meet at home Tomas L. (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Municipal C. will play against the league's second-placed Liceo PN and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Municipal C.: F.Jordan 12+4reb+1ast, M.Javier 9+3reb+5ast, R.Vinicius 8+8reb, M.Andres 4+5reb+1ast, F.Humberto 3+1reb, F.Diego 3+9reb
Aleman: S.Mijares 14+11reb+4ast, M.Castro 13+7reb+1ast, G.Alonso 10+1reb+1ast, J.Alvial 9+4reb+2ast, M.Villagran 7+4reb+1ast, D.Velasquez 7

Liceo PN - Truenos 99-58

Not a big story in a game when 8th ranked Truenos (2-1) were rolled over on the road by fourth ranked Liceo PN (4-1) 99-58 on Saturday. Liceo PN dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Truenos' 24. Liceo PN forced 19 Truenos turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Truenos' players. Felipe Acuna (182-92) fired 20 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals for the winners. Guard Matias Sepulveda (-1995) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists. Five Liceo PN players scored in double figures. Alessandro Morales (-1998) produced 20 points and forward Nick Morales (187-1985) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Liceo PN moved-up to second place, which they share with Sportiva Italiana. Loser Truenos dropped to the ninth position with one game lost. Liceo PN will meet Municipal C. (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Truenos will play against Liceo Curico (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Truenos: M.Alessandro 20+2reb, R.Gomez 12+1reb+4ast, N.Morales 12+7reb+1ast, M.Martin 4+6reb+2ast, P.Barraza 4+3reb+1ast, C.Pena 3+1ast
Liceo PN: M.Sepulveda 26+1reb+4ast, F.Acuna 20+6reb+7ast, C.Amicucci 17+7reb+2ast, F.Garrido 13+7reb+1ast, G.Linfati 12+3reb+8ast, I.Carlos 7+2reb+2ast

Tomas L. - Osorno 57-73

Osorno has registered their first victory this season after three consecutive losses. The win is especially important as it came on the road game in , where they defeated Tomas L. (0-4) 73-57 on Saturday. Osorno forced 19 Tomas L. turnovers and outrebounded them 47-27 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. American center Travion Leonard (205-1993, college: Barry, agency: Interperformances) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 17 rebounds for the winners. Guard George Holt (185-1983) chipped in 18 points. Rodrigo Rubio produced 16 points and Vicente Cerda (-87) added 10 points respectively for lost side. Osorno (1-3) left bottom position moving up to twelfth place. It was Tomas L.'s fourth loss in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. Osorno will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tomas L. will play against Aleman (#6) in Puerto Varas and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Tomas L.: R.Rodrigo 16+3reb+2ast, R.Camilo 12+2reb+1ast, V.Cerda 10+4reb+2ast, A.Hans 7+4reb, L.Tomas 5+6reb+2ast, C.Joaquin 4+6reb
Osorno: T.Leonard 21+17reb+3ast, G.Holt 18+4reb, G.Jorge 12+3reb+3ast, S.Figueroa 9+7reb+1ast, C.Aranda 7+11reb+1ast, F.Gallardo 4+1reb+2ast



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