Round 6: UDJ lose to Bucaros

Kai James

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The game between Top Four teams took place in Quininde. 4th ranked Ecuadorian host UDJ (0-3) was smashed by top-ranked Colombian Bucaros (3-0) 94-61. Bucaros outrebounded UDJ 52-38 including a 43-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. American center Kai James (196-1995, college: FSU) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Montenegrin-American swingman Eshaya Murphy (181-1985, college: USC) chipped in 21 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Viviana Zurita (-1996) with 12 points and 6 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bucaros have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 3-0 record, which they share with Quimsa. Defending Ecuadorian champion UDJ still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Univ. San Simon.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Antioquia. Third ranked Colombian host Indeportes (2-1) defeated second-best Argentinian Dep.Berazategui (1-2) 58-52. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Forward Jenifer Munoz (170-1991) notched a double-double by scoring 23 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and Carolina Lopez supported her with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Even 16 points and 9 rebounds by center Mayra Leiva (185-1996) did not help to save the game for Dep.Berazategui. Defending Colombian champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Aguada. Defending Argentinian champion Dep.Berazategui dropped to the third position with two games lost. They share it with Sportiva Ita..

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