LNBP Round 8: Dorados defeat Abejas

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The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Abejas (7-5) in Guanajuato on Friday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Dorados (5-5) 76-75. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Naturalized American Durrell Summers (196-89, college: Michigan St.) saved the victory by scoring 17 points and 5 rebounds. American point guard Jamaal Smith (176-85, college: N.Mexico) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Dorados' coach Gustavo Pacheco used entire bench in such tough game. American guard Michael Smith (193-95, college: CBU) replied with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Abejas. Dorados moved-up to second place. Abejas at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Soles and Astros. Dorados are looking forward to face Lenadores (#5) in Durango in the next round. Abejas will play on the road against Panteras (#5) in Aguascalientes and are hoping to win this game.
Important game to mention about took place in Guadalajara. Fifth ranked Panteras (5-7) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging top-ranked Astros (7-5) 82-80 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Astros. Worth to mention a great performance of international center Joshua Ibarra (211-95, college: HBU) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 9 rebounds and Ernesto Oglivie who added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Nigerian-American power forward Ikechukwu Diogu (204-83, college: Arizona St.) responded with 26 points and 8 rebounds. Panteras moved-up to third place, which they share with Plateros. Astros at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Abejas and Soles. Panteras will play against league's leader Abejas in Guanajuato in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Astros will play on the road against Libertadores in Queretaro and hope to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Xalapa between Halcones UV Xalapa and Plateros. Fifth ranked Halcones UV Xalapa (4-6) got a very close home victory over one of their biggest challengers Plateros (5-7). Halcones UV Xalapa managed to escape with a 2-point win 113-111 on Friday evening. The winners were led by Ishmael Lane who had that evening a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field). Even 27 points and 8 rebounds by Reyshawn Terry did not help to save the game for Plateros. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Halcones UV Xalapa have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Plateros lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Panteras. Halcones UV Xalapa will meet higher ranked Soles (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Plateros will play against the league's leader Fuerza Regia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 8: Dorados were beaten by Abejas on the road 87-79. Soles destroyed Libertadores on its own court 108-74. Lenadores unfortunately lost to Fuerza Regia in Monterrey 81-98. Soles managed to beat Libertadores at home 88-84. Lenadores were defeated by Fuerza Regia on the opponent's court 81-67. Astros beat Panteras in a home game 89-77. Plateros lost to Halc.Xalapa on the road 84-91.

Abejas - Dorados 87-79

No shocking result in a game when first ranked Abejas (7-5) beat one of their biggest challengers Dorados (5-5) in Guanajuato 87-79 on Thursday. The winners were led by American guard Spencer Williams (188-95, college: Wooster) who scored that evening 19 points, 5 assists and 4 steals and the other American import guard Michael Smith (193-95, college: CBU) supported him with 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Even 16 points and 8 rebounds by Dominican forward Juan Suero (196-93) did not help to save the game for Dorados. The former international guard Cezar Guerrero (185-92, college: Fresno St.) added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Five Abejas and four Dorados players scored in double figures. Dorados' coach Gustavo Pacheco rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Abejas maintains first position with 7-5 record, which they share with Soles and Astros. Loser Dorados dropped to the second place with five games lost. Abejas will meet Panteras (#5) in the next round. Dorados will play against Lenadores in Durango and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Abejas: S.Williams 19+4reb+5ast, R.Pearson 14+9reb, M.Smith 14+5reb+7ast, K.Locke 12+4reb+1ast, W.Vorhees 11+6reb+1ast, G.McGhee 9+5reb
Dorados: C.Mitchell 16+3reb+1ast, J.Suero 16+8reb+3ast, D.Summers 12+1reb+4ast, C.Guerrero 11+5reb+4ast, J.Fuller 5+1reb, A.Pena 5+6reb+3ast

Soles - Libertadores 108-74

Everything could happen in Mexicali at the game between two tied teams. Both third ranked Soles and one of their biggest challengers Libertadores had identical 6-5 record. This time Soles used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Queretaro 108-74 on Thursday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Soles shot 64.6 percent from the field. Soles outrebounded Libertadores 42-17 including a 31-11 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great shooting night for Soles especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 62.5 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Libertadores' players. The winners were led by American-Argentinian guard Erik Thomas (195-95, college: New Orleans) who scored that evening 15 points and 8 rebounds and international guard Luke Martinez (190-90, college: Wyoming) supported him with 13 points and 8 assists. Five Soles players scored in double figures. Even 20 points by American Vander Blue (196-92, college: Marquette, agency: Shark Sports Management) did not help to save the game for Libertadores. His fellow American import guard Decensae White (198-88, college: SF State) added 8 points and 7 rebounds 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. Soles have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Abejas and Astros. Loser Libertadores keep the fourth place with six games lost. Soles will meet at home Halcones UV Xalapa (#4) in the next round. Libertadores will play against the league's second-placed Astros and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Soles: E.Thomas 15+8reb+2ast, J.David Estrada 14+4reb+4ast, L.Martinez 13+3reb+8ast, J.Akindele 12+8reb+2ast, R.Culpepper 11+2reb+1ast, D.Amigo 10+7reb+2ast
Libertadores: V.Blue 20+3reb+2ast, S.Samuels 15+1reb, T.Burrell 10+2reb+1ast, D.White 8+7reb+2ast, A.Young 7+1reb+1ast, J.Anderson 6+2reb+3ast

Fuerza Regia - Lenadores 98-81

Rather predictable result when first ranked Fuerza Regia (7-4) won against 4th ranked Lenadores (4-7) in Monterrey 98-81 on Friday. Fuerza Regia dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Lenadores' 38. Fuerza Regia forced 20 Lenadores turnovers. The winners were led by American guard Rodney Green (197-88, college: La Salle) who scored that evening 19 points and naturalized American forward Aaron Fuller (198-89, college: USC, agency: Haylett Sports) supported him with 12 points and 7 rebounds. Five Fuerza Regia players scored in double figures. Even 20 points and 7 rebounds by American forward Germain Jordan (198-86, college: Dillard) did not help to save the game for Lenadores. International point guard Kohl Meyer (193-93, college: Puget Sound) added 16 points for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains first position with 7-4 record. Lenadores lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. Fuerza Regia will meet Plateros (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Lenadores will play against the league's second-placed Dorados and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Fuerza Regia: R.Green 19+3reb+3ast, G.Jose 12+2reb+2ast, A.Fuller 12+7reb+1ast, G.Giron 12+1reb, O.Anosike 12+6reb+1ast, F.Pinero 11+1reb+3ast
Lenadores: G.Jordan 20+7reb+1ast, K.Meyer 16+4reb+3ast, J.Evans 14+6reb+2ast, O.De Haro 8+4reb+3ast, O.Krayem 8+3reb, E.Garibay 6+4reb

Halc.Xalapa - Plateros 113-111

A very close game took place in Xalapa between Halcones UV Xalapa and Plateros. Fifth ranked Halcones UV Xalapa (4-6) got a very close home victory over one of their biggest challengers Plateros (5-7). Halcones UV Xalapa managed to escape with a 2-point win 113-111 on Friday evening. Halcones UV Xalapa dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Plateros' 36. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists. The winners were led by American power forward Ishmael Lane (203-97, college: NSU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds (on 13-of-14 shooting from the field) and American-Filipino guard Mikh McKinney (184-92, college: Sacramento St.) supported him with 24 points and 5 assists. Even 27 points and 8 rebounds by American forward Reyshawn Terry (203-84, college: UNC) did not help to save the game for Plateros. The former international point guard Orlando Mendez-Valdez (183-86, college: WKU) added 23 points and 9 assists for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Halcones UV Xalapa have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Plateros lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Panteras. Halcones UV Xalapa will meet higher ranked Soles (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Plateros will play against the league's leader Fuerza Regia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Halc.Xalapa: I.Lane 29+12reb+3ast, T.White 24+2reb+4ast, M.McKinney 24+2reb+5ast, R.Delgado 10+2reb+13ast, O.Boone 9+11reb+3ast, E.Ferguson 8+9reb+3ast
Plateros: R.Terry 27+8reb, O.Mendez-Valdez 23+1reb+9ast, J.Williams 18+5reb+1ast, A.Cvetkovic 17+4reb+9ast, L.Davis 11+3reb+1ast, D.Simpson 7+7reb+1ast

Abejas - Dorados 75-76

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of top-ranked Abejas (7-5) in Guanajuato on Friday night. Hosts were edged by third ranked Dorados (5-5) 76-75. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Naturalized American Durrell Summers (196-89, college: Michigan St.) saved the victory by scoring 17 points and 5 rebounds. American point guard Jamaal Smith (176-85, college: N.Mexico) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Dorados' coach Gustavo Pacheco used entire bench in such tough game. American guard Michael Smith (193-95, college: CBU) replied with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import forward Ryan Pearson (198-90, college: GMU, agency: Inception Sports) added 9 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Abejas. Dorados moved-up to second place. Abejas at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Soles and Astros. Dorados are looking forward to face Lenadores (#5) in Durango in the next round. Abejas will play on the road against Panteras (#5) in Aguascalientes and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Dorados: D.Summers 17+5reb+3ast, J.Smith 14+3reb+3ast, J.Suero 11+6reb+1ast, N.Harney 10+2reb+2ast, T.Gipson 8+4reb, C.Mitchell 7+9reb+3ast
Abejas: M.Smith 21+7reb+5ast, G.McGhee 12+7reb+1ast, K.Locke 10+4reb, R.Pearson 9+11reb+2ast, C.Juan 8+1reb, S.Williams 7+2reb+7ast

Soles - Libertadores 88-84

Everything could happen in Mexicali at the game between two tied teams. Both third ranked Soles and one of their biggest challengers Libertadores had identical 6-5 record. This time Soles used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Queretaro 88-84 on Friday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The winners were led by international guard Luke Martinez (190-90, college: Wyoming) who scored that evening 19 points and 6 rebounds and Nigerian center Jeleel Akindele (216-83, college: Chicago St., agency: BeoBasket) supported him with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Even a double-double of 19 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists by American power forward Anthony Young (200-89, college: KWC) did not help to save the game for Libertadores. His fellow American import Vander Blue (196-92, college: Marquette, agency: Shark Sports Management) added 21 points and 6 assists for the guests. Five Soles and four Libertadores players scored in double figures. Soles have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Abejas and Astros. Loser Libertadores keep the fourth place with six games lost. Soles will meet at home Halcones UV Xalapa (#4) in the next round. Libertadores will play against the league's second-placed Astros and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Soles: L.Martinez 19+6reb+3ast, J.Akindele 16+10reb+2ast, E.Garcia 14+2reb+2ast, J.David Estrada 13+3reb+2ast, E.Thomas 12+4reb+3ast, R.Culpepper 6+1reb+1ast
Libertadores: V.Blue 21+3reb+6ast, A.Young 19+10reb+6ast, T.Burrell 18+7reb+1ast, T.Mitchell 12+5reb+1ast, J.Anderson 5+1reb+2ast, D.White 5+6reb+1ast

Fuerza Regia - Lenadores 81-67

Everything went according to plan when first ranked Fuerza Regia (7-4) defeated 4th ranked Lenadores (4-7) in Monterrey 81-67 on Saturday. The winners were led by Nigerian-American power forward OD Anosike (203-91, college: Siena) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 12 points and 13 rebounds and naturalized Argentinian point guard Cristian Cortez (185-90) supported him with 11 points and 6 rebounds. Four Fuerza Regia players scored in double figures. Even 19 points and 5 rebounds by American forward Germain Jordan (198-86, college: Dillard) did not help to save the game for Lenadores. His fellow American import forward Jerry Evans (203-90, college: Nevada) added 14 points and 5 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains first position with 7-4 record. Lenadores lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. Fuerza Regia will meet Plateros (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Lenadores will play against the league's second-placed Dorados and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Fuerza Regia: G.Giron 16+1ast, O.Anosike 12+13reb+2ast, C.Cortez 11+6reb+2ast, D.Bejarano 10+4reb+1ast, G.Jose 8+2reb+1ast, A.Fuller 8+1reb
Lenadores: G.Jordan 19+5reb+3ast, J.Evans 14+5reb+2ast, E.Garibay 11+5reb, O.De Haro 9+5reb+2ast, K.Meyer 8+7reb+3ast, R.Olalde 3+4reb+1ast

Astros - Panteras 89-77

There was no surprise when 5th ranked Panteras (5-7) lost to first ranked Astros (7-5) in Guadalajara 77-89 on Saturday. Astros looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by American forward Jordan Loveridge (198-93, college: Utah) who scored that evening 25 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import guard Javion Blake (190, college: Washburn, agency: Haylett Sports) supported him with 20 points and 9 assists. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists by Spanish guard Txemi Urtasun (192-84) did not help to save the game for Panteras. Panamanian Ernesto Oglivie (203-89) added 15 points and 4 assists for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Astros maintains first position with 7-5 record, which they share with Abejas and Soles. Panteras lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with seven games lost. They share the position with Plateros. Astros will meet Libertadores (#4) in the next round. Panteras will play against the league's leader Abejas and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Astros: J.Loveridge 25+5reb+2ast, J.Blake 20+3reb+9ast, K.Rodriguez 13+1reb+4ast, J.Wilson-Frame 11+4reb+5ast, J.Gutierrez 8+2reb+2ast, I.Diogu 5+6reb+1ast
Panteras: E.Oglivie 15+2reb+4ast, J.Ibarra 13+7reb+1ast, J.Ramirez 12+2reb+2ast, T.Urtasun 11+7reb+5ast, J.Machuca 8+1reb+2ast, J.Jordan 7+1reb+1ast

Halc.Xalapa - Plateros 91-84

There was a small surprise when fifth ranked Halcones UV Xalapa (4-6) beat at home one of their biggest challengers Plateros (5-7) 91-84 on Saturday. It was a great shooting night for Halcones UV Xalapa especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 56.3 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The winners were led by American power forward Ishmael Lane (203-97, college: NSU) who scored that evening 20 points and 9 rebounds and American-Filipino guard Mikh McKinney (184-92, college: Sacramento St.) supported him with 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Halcones UV Xalapa players scored in double figures. Even 29 points and 4 assists by American Jordan Williams (198-92, college: N.Texas) did not help to save the game for Plateros. His fellow American import forward Reyshawn Terry (203-84, college: UNC) added 20 points and 4 assists for the guests. Halcones UV Xalapa have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place. Plateros lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the third position with seven games lost. They share it with Panteras. Halcones UV Xalapa will meet higher ranked Soles (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Plateros will play against the league's leader Fuerza Regia and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Halc.Xalapa: I.Lane 20+9reb, R.Delgado 15+3reb+5ast, M.McKinney 13+5reb+6ast, O.Boone 13+6reb+3ast, A.James 11+2reb+4ast, P.Reyes 9+2reb+3ast
Plateros: J.Williams 29+4reb+4ast, R.Terry 20+2reb+4ast, A.Valdes 17+5reb+3ast, D.Simpson 7+8reb+1ast, I.Avalos 5+2reb+1ast, L.Davis 5+2reb

Astros - Panteras 80-82

Important game to mention about took place in Guadalajara. Fifth ranked Panteras (5-7) saved a 2-point victory on the road edging top-ranked Astros (7-5) 82-80 on Sunday evening. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Astros. Panteras dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Astros' 26. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international center Joshua Ibarra (211-95, college: HBU) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 9 rebounds and Panamanian Ernesto Oglivie (203-89) who added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Panteras players scored in double figures. Nigerian-American power forward Ikechukwu Diogu (204-83, college: Arizona St.) responded with 26 points and 8 rebounds and American forward Jordan Loveridge (198-93, college: Utah) scored 17 points. Panteras moved-up to third place, which they share with Plateros. Astros at the other side still keep top position with five games lost. They share it with Abejas and Soles. Panteras will play against league's leader Abejas in Guanajuato in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Astros will play on the road against Libertadores in Queretaro and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
PANTERAS: J.Ibarra 16+9reb+3ast, E.Oglivie 16+7reb+4ast, G.Ricks 13+1reb+4ast, K.Barlow 13+3reb+2ast, J.Israel Gutierrez 12+3reb+1ast, J.Machuca 6+3reb+3ast
Astros: I.Diogu 26+8reb+1ast, J.Loveridge 17+3reb+3ast, J.Blake 12+1reb+6ast, J.Wilson-Frame 9+5reb+2ast, K.Rodriguez 5+2reb+5ast, A.Holmes 4+3reb+3ast



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