LNBP Round 7 (Regular Season): Panteras are new leaders

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Panteras as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Panteras smashed 6th ranked Soles in Aguascalientes 108-73. Panteras made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Panteras outrebounded Soles 38-27 including 29 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 55.2 percentage. Panteras looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American guard Gary Ricks (185-1991, college: Drake) fired 27 points and 5 assists for the winners. His fellow American import point guard Jaron Martin (178-1995, college: UC Irvine) chipped in 12 points and 12 assists. U.S. Virgin Islands-Puerto Rican forward Ivan Aska (201-1990, college: Murray St., agency: 011 Sports) produced 14 points and 6 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. Panteras have a solid series of three victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Libertadores and Dorados. Soles at the other side keep the sixth place with ten games lost. Soles will play next round against strong Astros trying to get back on the winning streak. Panteras will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Plateros in Fresnillo.
The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Fuerza Regia (12-2) in Monterrey. Hosts were defeated by Libertadores (8-6) 97-82. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Fuerza Regia. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Avry Holmes (185-1994, college: Clemson) who helped to win the game recording 22 points (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Branden Frazier contributed with 15 points and 6 assists for the winners. point guard Marquis Wright (185-1995, college: Siena) answered with 25 points for Fuerza Regia. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Libertadores keep a position of league leader, which they share with Panteras and Dorados. Fuerza Regia at the other side still keeps top place with two games lost. Libertadores will play against Dorados (#3) in Chihuahua in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Fuerza Regia will play on the road against Abejas in Guanajuato and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Monterrey. First ranked Fuerza Regia faced 4th placed Libertadores. Host Fuerza Regia (12-2) defeated guests from Queretaro (8-6) 81-69. It was a great evening for Lucas Faggiano who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points. At the losing side Emmanuel Wembi responded with 8 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Fuerza Regia have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 12-2 record which they share with defeated Libertadores. Loser Libertadores still keep top position with six games lost. They share it with Panteras and Dorados. Fuerza Regia will meet Abejas (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Libertadores will play against Dorados and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 7 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Correcaminos were defeated by Dorados in Chihuahua 95-77. Astros beat Halc.Rojos at home 91-76. Plateros won against Freseras on the opponent's court 94-88. Mineros unfortunately lost to Abejas in a home game 84-95. Soles were rolled over Panteras on the road 72-100. Astros defeated Halc.Rojos on its own court 96-82. Correcaminos were beaten by Dorados in Chihuahua 106-97. Freseras lost to Plateros at home 81-98. Abejas managed to outperform Mineros on the opponent's court 95-85.
The best stats of 7th round was 17 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by Alexis Elsener of Abejas.



Panteras - Soles 108-73

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Panteras as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Panteras smashed 6th ranked Soles in Aguascalientes 108-73. Panteras made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Panteras outrebounded Soles 38-27 including 29 on the defensive glass. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 55.2 percentage. Panteras looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American guard Gary Ricks (185-1991, college: Drake) fired 27 points and 5 assists for the winners. His fellow American import point guard Jaron Martin (178-1995, college: UC Irvine) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 assists. Five Panteras players scored in double figures. U.S. Virgin Islands-Puerto Rican forward Ivan Aska (201-1990, college: Murray St., agency: 011 Sports) produced 14 points and 6 rebounds and international center Alejandro Reyna (206-1997) added 9 points and 7 rebounds respectively 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. Panteras have a solid series of three victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Libertadores and Dorados. Soles at the other side keep the sixth place with ten games lost. Soles will play next round against strong Astros trying to get back on the winning streak. Panteras will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Plateros in Fresnillo.
Top scorers:
Soles: I.Aska 14+6reb+2ast, A.Parker 11+3ast, C.Donte 9+4reb, R.Alejandro 9+7reb, V.Alvarez 8+3ast, J.Febres 7+1reb+1ast
Panteras: G.Ricks 27+4reb+5ast, A.Matias 13+6reb+2ast, C.Negron 13+5reb, J.Martin 12+1reb+12ast, T.Rolon 12+3reb+1ast, B.Conklin 10+3reb

Fuerza Regia - Libertadores 81-69

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Monterrey. First ranked Fuerza Regia faced 4th placed Libertadores. Host Fuerza Regia (12-2) defeated guests from Queretaro (8-6) 81-69. It was a great evening for Argentinian-Italian point guard Lucas Faggiano (188-1989, college: LIU Brooklyn) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points. American point guard Marquis Wright (185-1995, college: Siena) helped adding 11 points and 6 assists. At the losing side American-DR Congolese center Emmanuel Wembi (205-1997, college: Lenoir-Rhyne) responded with 8 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Myke Henry (198-1992, college: DePaul) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Fuerza Regia have an impressive series of six victories in a row. They maintain first place with 12-2 record which they share with defeated Libertadores. Loser Libertadores still keep top position with six games lost. They share it with Panteras and Dorados. Fuerza Regia will meet Abejas (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Libertadores will play against Dorados and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Libertadores: T.Armstrong 19+1reb, M.Henry 14+5reb+3ast, B.Frazier 12+4reb+3ast, E.Wembi 8+14reb+5ast, A.Holmes 6+1reb+1ast, B.Boatwright 5+1reb+1ast
Fuerza Regia: L.Faggiano 25+1reb+1ast, M.Wright 11+3reb+6ast, S.Miller 10+5reb+3ast, G.Giron 9+1reb, P.Stoll 9+5reb+5ast, J.Grant 7+4reb+2ast

Dorados - Correcaminos 95-77

There was no surprise in Chihuahua where 7th ranked Correcaminos (1-13) were defeated by third ranked Dorados (8-6) 95-77 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American point guard Keshun Sherrill (175-1994, college: Augusta) who led his team to a victory scoring 20 points. His fellow American import guard Cleveland Thomas (192-1993, college: WKU, agency: Slash Sports) helped adding 15 points and 6 assists. At the losing side Brazilian center Joao Franca (215-1998) responded with 16 points and 8 rebounds and Puerto Rican guard Ismael Cruz (190-2001, college: Indian Hills) scored 16 points and 4 assists. Five Dorados and four Correcaminos players scored in double figures. Correcaminos' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the third consecutive win for Dorados. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Libertadores and Panteras. Correcaminos lost their tenth game in a row. They keep the seventh place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Freseras. Dorados will meet league's second-placed Libertadores in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Correcaminos will play against Freseras (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Correcaminos: J.Franca 16+8reb, I.Cruz 16+3reb+4ast, J.Zesati 15+4reb+3ast, T.Jorge 12+7reb+1ast, G.Belardo 7+3reb+4ast, G.Vazquez 5+3reb+2ast
Dorados: K.Sherrill 20+2reb+3ast, T.Gipson 16+6reb+1ast, C.Thomas 15+4reb+6ast, A.Castillo 13+6reb+1ast, M.McKinney 11+4reb+2ast, J.Speelman 10+4reb+1ast

Astros - Halc.Rojos 91-76

No shocking result in a game in Guadalajara where second ranked Astros (11-3) defeated 5th ranked Halcones Rojos (6-8) 91-76 on Saturday. Astros looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points and 7 assists. His fellow American import forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) helped adding 15 points and 6 rebounds. Five Astros players scored in double figures. At the losing side Bahamas forward Tavario Miller (203-1994, college: Texas A&M) responded with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds and the former international Alejandro Villanueva (199-1993) scored 16 points. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Astros. Defending champion maintains second place with 11-3 record behind leader Panteras. Halcones Rojos lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Mineros and Plateros. Astros will meet Soles (#6) in the next round. Halcones Rojos will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Halc.Rojos: A.Villanueva 16+3reb+2ast, E.Crawford 11+2reb, T.Miller 10+11reb+2ast, M.Henry 9+6reb+3ast, I.Hamilton 9+4reb+3ast, Q.Green 8+1ast
Astros: J.Ledbetter 22+4reb+7ast, J.Loveridge 15+6reb+3ast, J.Reddic 11+3reb, E.Thomas 10+6reb+4ast, J.Anderson 10+5reb+7ast, C.Cortes 8+3reb+1ast

Freseras - Plateros 88-94

Rather expected game in Irapuato where 7th ranked Freseras (1-13) were defeated by fifth ranked Plateros (6-8) 94-88 on Saturday. Plateros made 33-of-40 free shots (82.5 percent) during the game, while Freseras only scored sixteen points from the stripe. They outrebounded Freseras 39-25 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Plateros looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for Puerto Rican swingman David Huertas (196-1987, college: Ole Miss) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points and 5 assists. American point guard Tu Holloway (183-1989, college: Xavier) helped adding 19 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Plateros' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to get some rest. At the losing side swingman Manuel Hernandez (193-1991) responded with 27 points and American guard Antwon Lillard (198-1995, college: BGSU) scored 14 points and 5 assists. Five Plateros and four Freseras players scored in double figures. Plateros maintains fifth place with 6-8 record, which they share with Halc.Rojos and Mineros. Freseras lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Correcaminos. Plateros will meet at home league's leader Panteras in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Freseras will play against Correcaminos (#7) in Ciudad Victoria and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Freseras: M.Hernandez 27+3ast, J.James 15+6reb, A.Lillard 14+4reb+5ast, N.Faust 11+5reb+5ast, M.Crawford 9+3reb+6ast, J.Everett 5
Plateros: D.Huertas 26+4reb+5ast, T.Holloway 19+5reb+8ast, J.Ibarra 17+7reb+1ast, T.Efianayi 16+5reb+4ast, G.Lawal 10+8reb+1ast, J.Reese V 4+5reb+6ast

Mineros - Abejas 84-95

Rather predictable result in Zacatecas where third ranked Abejas (10-4) beat 5th ranked Mineros (6-8) 95-84 on Saturday. It was a great evening for Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Venezuelan point guard David Cubillan (181-1987, college: Marquette) helped adding 22 points and 7 assists. Elsener is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. At the losing side American power forward Franklin Hassell (203-1988, college: ODU) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds and the other American import forward Dion Wright (201-1993, college: St.Bonaventure) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Abejas and five Mineros players scored in double figures. Mineros' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Abejas. They maintain third place with 10-4 record having just two points less than leader Panteras. Loser Mineros keep the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Halc.Rojos and Plateros. Abejas will meet at home league's leader Fuerza Regia in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Mineros will play against Halcones UV Xalapa (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mineros: A.Jackson 16+4ast, T.White 15+2reb, D.Wright 14+5reb+4ast, F.Hassell 11+11reb+1ast, C.Perry 11+10reb+1ast, S.Hogan 8+5reb+3ast
Abejas: D.Cubillan 22+1reb+7ast, A.Elsener 19+8reb+4ast, C.Demps 18+6reb, M.Cummings 12+3reb+2ast, W.Langston 8+6reb+1ast, A.Kappos 7+2reb

Panteras - Soles 100-72

Not a big story in a game in Aguascalientes where 6th ranked Soles (4-10) were outplayed by second ranked Panteras (8-6) 100-72 on Saturday. Panteras shot 61.5 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 56.5 percentage. Panteras looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American point guard Jaron Martin (178-1995, college: UC Irvine) who led his team to a victory scoring 13 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. His fellow American import guard Tyquan Rolon (192-1995, college: LeMoyne) helped adding 15 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field). Four Panteras players scored in double figures. At the losing side Panamanian-American center Javier Carter (203-1991, college: USA, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 15 points and 9 rebounds and American point guard Adonte Parker (186-1989, college: Dayton) scored 19 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to get some rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Panteras. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Libertadores and Dorados. Loser Soles keep the sixth place with ten games lost. Panteras will meet Plateros (#5) in the next round. Soles will play against the league's second-placed Astros and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Soles: A.Parker 19+1reb+3ast, J.Carter 15+9reb+1ast, I.Aska 10+4reb+4ast, C.Angel 6+1reb+1ast, C.Donte 5+4reb+2ast, R.Alejandro 4+4reb
Panteras: T.Rolon 15+5reb+6ast, C.Negron 14+1reb, J.Martin 13+5reb+9ast, A.Matias 13+2reb, B.Conklin 9+2reb, B.Gardner 9+3reb+4ast

Astros - Halc.Rojos 96-82

Everything went according to plan in Guadalajara where second ranked Astros (11-3) won against 5th ranked Halcones Rojos (6-8) 96-82 on Sunday. Astros shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 51.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) who led his team to a victory scoring 14 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. His fellow American import guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) helped adding 13 points and 6 rebounds. Five Astros players scored in double figures. At the losing side Bahamas forward Tavario Miller (203-1994, college: Texas A&M) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds and American guard Isaac Hamilton (196-1994, college: UCLA) scored 14 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Astros. Defending champion maintains second place with 11-3 record behind leader Panteras. Halcones Rojos lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Mineros and Plateros. Astros will meet Soles (#6) in the next round. Halcones Rojos will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Halc.Rojos: T.Miller 22+10reb+2ast, Q.Green 16+1reb+2ast, I.Hamilton 14+5reb+6ast, M.Henry 7+5reb+2ast, N.Johnson 6+2reb+1ast, E.Crawford 4
Astros: J.Machado 17+4reb, J.Loveridge 14+6reb+6ast, E.Thomas 13+7reb+1ast, J.Ledbetter 13+6reb+3ast, J.Anderson 13+3reb+4ast, C.Cortes 8+8ast

Dorados - Correcaminos 106-97

There was no surprise in Chihuahua where 7th ranked Correcaminos (1-13) were defeated by third ranked Dorados (8-6) 106-97 on Sunday. Dorados shot 61.9 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 19 long-distance shots on high 61.3 percentage. Dorados looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Jett Speelman (201-1994, college: Denison) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). American-Filipino guard Mikh McKinney (184-1992, college: Sacramento St.) helped adding 18 points and 6 assists. At the losing side Brazilian center Joao Franca (215-1998) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and Puerto Rican guard Ismael Cruz (190-2001, college: Indian Hills) scored 20 points and 6 assists. Four Dorados and five Correcaminos players scored in double figures. Correcaminos' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Dorados. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Libertadores and Panteras. Correcaminos lost their tenth game in a row. They keep the seventh place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Freseras. Dorados will meet league's second-placed Libertadores in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Correcaminos will play against Freseras (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Correcaminos: J.Franca 22+11reb+3ast, I.Cruz 20+1reb+6ast, J.Zesati 15+3reb+3ast, V.Johnson 12+2reb+3ast, T.Jorge 10+3reb+4ast, G.Belardo 7+3ast
Dorados: J.Speelman 27+2reb, A.Castillo 19+3reb+3ast, M.McKinney 18+2reb+6ast, K.Sherrill 16+1reb+8ast, E.Thompson 8+5reb+6ast, C.Thomas 8+1reb+2ast

Fuerza Regia - Libertadores 82-97

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Fuerza Regia (12-2) in Monterrey. Hosts were defeated by Libertadores (8-6) 97-82. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Fuerza Regia. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Libertadores shot 64.9 percent from the field. It was a great shooting night for Libertadores especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 56.3 percentage. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Avry Holmes (185-1994, college: Clemson) who helped to win the game recording 22 points (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field). Guard Branden Frazier (191-1992, college: Fordham) contributed with 15 points and 6 assists for the winners. Four Libertadores players scored in double figures. Point guard Marquis Wright (185-1995, college: Siena) answered with 25 points and guard Daniel Bejarano (193-1991, college: Colorado St.) added 16 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Fuerza Regia. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Libertadores keep a position of league leader, which they share with Panteras and Dorados. Fuerza Regia at the other side still keeps top place with two games lost. Libertadores will play against Dorados (#3) in Chihuahua in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Fuerza Regia will play on the road against Abejas in Guanajuato and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Fuerza Regia: M.Wright 25+2reb+2ast, D.Bejarano 16+5reb+1ast, L.Faggiano 12+2reb+6ast, J.Avila 9+2reb+4ast, J.Grant 6+3reb, G.Giron 4+1reb
Libertadores: A.Holmes 22+2reb+3ast, T.Armstrong 16+1reb+1ast, B.Frazier 15+3reb+6ast, M.Henry 10+2reb+2ast, B.Boatwright 10+6reb+1ast, A.Duruji 7+4reb

Freseras - Plateros 81-98

No shocking result in a game in Irapuato where fifth ranked Plateros (6-8) defeated 7th ranked Freseras (1-13) 98-81 on Sunday. Plateros looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Decensae White (198-1988, college: SF State) who led his team to a victory scoring 19 points and 8 rebounds. His fellow American import point guard Tu Holloway (183-1989, college: Xavier) helped adding 20 points and 6 assists. White is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side naturalized American forward David Tanner (200-1991) responded with 17 points (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) and swingman Manuel Hernandez (193-1991) scored 15 points. Five Plateros and four Freseras players scored in double figures. Freseras' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Plateros maintains fifth place with 6-8 record, which they share with Halc.Rojos and Mineros. Freseras lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Correcaminos. Plateros will meet at home league's leader Panteras in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Freseras will play against Correcaminos (#7) in Ciudad Victoria and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Freseras: T.David 17+4reb+1ast, M.Hernandez 15+4reb+2ast, N.Faust 11+3reb+2ast, M.Dunbar 10+8reb+2ast, A.Lillard 9+2reb+3ast, J.Everett 7+2reb
Plateros: T.Holloway 20+1reb+6ast, D.White 19+8reb+1ast, G.Lawal 14+9reb+2ast, D.Huertas 12+1reb+4ast, J.Reese V 12+9reb+4ast, J.Andriassi 8

Mineros - Abejas 85-95

Rather expected game in Zacatecas where 5th ranked Mineros (6-8) were defeated by third ranked Abejas (10-4) 95-85 on Sunday. Abejas made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. Abejas looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for American Markeith Cummings (198-1988, college: KSU) who led his team to a victory scoring 26 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists (made all of his seven free throws). Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) helped adding 17 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). Elsener is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side American forward Dion Wright (201-1993, college: St.Bonaventure) responded with 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import forward Chris Perry (203-1994, college: LMU) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Mineros' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Abejas. They maintain third place with 10-4 record having just two points less than leader Panteras. Loser Mineros keep the fifth position with eight games lost. They share it with Halc.Rojos and Plateros. Abejas will meet at home league's leader Fuerza Regia in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Mineros will play against Halcones UV Xalapa (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Mineros: C.Perry 19+8reb, D.Wright 16+7reb+4ast, B.Rivera 12+3reb+1ast, F.Hassell 8+4reb, A.Jackson 7+1reb+6ast, Z.Graham 6+2reb+1ast
Abejas: M.Cummings 26+5reb+4ast, D.Cubillan 22+2reb+7ast, A.Elsener 17+7reb+7ast, C.Demps 9+4reb, C.Juan 6+1reb, W.Langston 4+3reb