LNBP Round 8 (Regular Season): Soles defeat Astros in the closest game of the week

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most exciting game of round 8 in the LNBP took place in Mexicali. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 3rd ranked Astros (12-6) to sixth ranked Soles (5-13) 99-96 on Thursday evening. Soles outrebounded Astros 32-17 including 21 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Dominican Donte Clark who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and American Hollis Thompson (203-1991, college: Georgetown) who added 25 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 16 points and 8 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Soles maintains sixth position with 5-13 record. Astros lost third consecutive game. Defending champion still keep top place with six games lost. They share the position with Libertadores. Soles are looking forward to face higher ranked Halcones Rojos (#5) in Veracruz in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Astros will play at home against Plateros (#4) and are hoping to win this game.
Very important is a road loss of third ranked Panteras (10-7) against fourth ranked Plateros (9-9) on Thursday night. Visiting Panteras were defeated by Plateros in a tough game in Fresnillo 93-97. The winners were led by the former international center Joshua Ibarra (211-1995, college: HCU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and Tu Holloway supported him with 12 points, 14 assists and 4 steals. Even 20 points and 7 assists by American point guard Jaron Martin (178-1995, college: UC Irvine) did not help to save the game for Panteras. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Plateros have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 9-9 record, which they share with Dorados. Panteras at the other side dropped to the second place with seven games lost. Plateros will play against higher ranked Astros (#3) in Guadalajara in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Panteras will play at home against Correcaminos and hope to get back on the winning track.
Very important is a road loss of second ranked Santos (10-8) against fourth ranked Halcones UV Xalapa (11-7) on Monday night. Visiting Santos were defeated by Halcones UV Xalapa in Xalapa 95-80. The best player for the winners was Justin Keenan who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. Omar De Haro produced 21 points for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Halcones UV Xalapa maintains fourth position with 11-7 record. Loser Santos dropped to the third place with eight games lost. Halcones UV Xalapa will meet league's leader Fuerza Regia in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Santos will play against Mineros in Zacatecas and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 8: Freseras won against Correcaminos on the opponent's court 109-105. Abejas managed to outperform Fuerza Regia in a home game 99-86. Mineros recorded a loss to Halc.Xalapa on the road 100-96. Plateros were crushed by Panteras on its own court 79-100. Dorados were beaten by Libertadores in Queretaro 89-75. Soles lost to defending champion Astros at home 59-68. Freseras outscored Correcaminos on the opponent's court 121-92. Abejas managed to beat Fuerza Regia in a home game 85-80. Mineros was defeated by Halc.Xalapa on the road 93-85. Libertadores smashed Dorados on its own court 89-65. Halc.Rojos were destroyed by Santos in San Luis Potosi 82-57. Santos outscored Halc.Rojos at home 99-80.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 28 points and 11 rebounds by Tavario Miller of Halc.Rojos.



Correcaminos - Freseras 105-109

There was a minor upset in Ciudad Victoria where their close opponent Correcaminos (1-16) were defeated by seventh ranked Freseras (3-15) 109-105 on Wednesday. Freseras shot 60.9 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 57.1 percentage. The best player for the winners was American guard Matthew Butler (188-1995, college: UT Martin) who scored 35 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. The other American import guard Antwon Lillard (198-1995, college: BGSU) chipped in 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Lillard is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Brazilian center Joao Franca (215-1998) produced 25 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Gabriel Belardo (188-1989, college: FIU) added 24 points and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Freseras maintains seventh position with 3-15 record which they share with defeated Correcaminos. Correcaminos lost thirteenth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 16 games lost. Freseras will meet at home league's leader Libertadores in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Correcaminos will play against the league's second-placed Panteras (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Freseras: M.Butler 35+8reb+1ast, J.Ayres 15+4reb, A.Lillard 13+5reb+4ast, M.Hernandez 13+4reb+2ast, J.Everett 12+1reb+5ast, J.Govan 9+1ast
Correcaminos: J.Franca 25+9reb, G.Belardo 24+3reb+4ast, I.Cruz 23+3reb+2ast, T.White 12+3reb+2ast, J.Zesati 10+8reb+1ast, T.Jorge 5+1reb+1ast

Abejas - Fuerza Regia 99-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Abejas' (13-5) home victory over second-ranked Fuerza Regia (14-4) 99-86 on Wednesday. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Abejas shot 64.4 percent from the field. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists. The best player for the winners was Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) who scored 21 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field). American forward Wayne Langston (200-1993, college: Murray St.) chipped in 14 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Elsener is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Five Abejas players scored in double figures. Naturalized American forward Aaron Fuller (198-1989, college: USC, agency: Haylett Sports) produced 24 points and 8 rebounds (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) and the former international Gabriel Giron (192-1988) added 9 points and 4 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Abejas have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Despite that victory Abejas went down to second position due to points difference. Loser Fuerza Regia still keeps top place with four games lost. Abejas will meet Dorados (#5) in the next round. Fuerza Regia will play against Halcones UV Xalapa (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Abejas: A.Elsener 21+5reb+5ast, C.Demps 17+4reb+6ast, M.Cummings 16+2reb+2ast, W.Langston 14+6reb+8ast, A.Kappos 12+3reb+2ast, D.Cubillan 10+2reb+4ast
Fuerza Regia: A.Fuller 24+8reb, J.Grant 10+2ast, G.Giron 9+4reb+4ast, L.Faggiano 8+6ast, R.Olalde 7+3reb+1ast, P.Arroyo 7+2ast

Halc.Xalapa - Mineros 100-96

Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Mineros (8-10) were defeated on the road by fourth ranked Halcones UV Xalapa (11-7) 100-96 on Wednesday. Halcones UV Xalapa made 31-of-35 free shots (88.6 percent) during the game. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was power forward Justin Keenan (202-1989, college: Ferris St.) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Shaquille Johnson (191-1990, college: Marshall) chipped in 25 points and 6 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Forward Chris Perry (203-1994, college: LMU) produced 20 points and 7 rebounds and power forward Franklin Hassell (203-1988, college: ODU) added 14 points and 10 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Halcones UV Xalapa maintains fourth position with 11-7 record. Loser Mineros dropped to the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Halc.Rojos. Halcones UV Xalapa will meet league's leader Fuerza Regia in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Mineros will play against Santos (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Halc.Xalapa: S.Johnson 25+1reb+6ast, J.Keenan 22+10reb+3ast, A.Abreu 17+4ast, T.Bishop 16+4reb, D.Thomas 9+8reb+1ast, K.Meyer 4+1ast
Mineros: C.Perry 20+7reb, D.Wright 19+2ast, F.Hassell 14+10reb, T.White 10+1reb+4ast, B.Rivera 9+3reb, M.Ramos 8+5reb+1ast

Plateros - Panteras 79-100

The game between closely ranked teams ended with third ranked Panteras' (10-7) road victory over 4th ranked Plateros (9-9) 100-79 on Wednesday. Panteras looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American Brian Conklin (201-1989, college: St.Louis) who scored 25 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. The other American import guard Tyquan Rolon (192-1995, college: LeMoyne) chipped in 17 points and 9 assists (perfect from downtown making all five shots). Five Panteras players scored in double figures. Panteras' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nigerian-American power forward Gani Lawal (206-1988, college: Georgia Tech) produced 13 points and 8 rebounds and Puerto Rican swingman David Huertas (196-1987, college: Ole Miss) added 14 points and 4 assists respectively for the hosts. Panteras moved-up to second place. Loser Plateros keep the fourth position with nine games lost. They share it with Dorados. Panteras will meet at home Correcaminos (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Plateros will play against Astros in Guadalajara and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Panteras: B.Conklin 25+8reb+4ast, T.Rolon 17+4reb+9ast, J.Martin 12+4reb+1ast, F.Jaimes 10+9reb+4ast, A.Matias 10+1reb+1ast, B.Gardner 10
Plateros: T.Efianayi 16+2reb+2ast, D.Huertas 14+2reb+4ast, G.Lawal 13+8reb, J.Reese V 11+3reb+1ast, J.Ibarra 10+5reb, J.Wilson 9+6reb+1ast

Libertadores - Dorados 89-75

There was no surprise in Queretaro where 5th ranked Dorados (9-9) were defeated by first ranked Libertadores (12-6) 89-75 on Wednesday. Libertadores looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Branden Frazier (191-1992, college: Fordham) who scored 23 points. The other American import point guard Tyrik Armstrong (178-1998, college: Texas Southern, agency: MSG) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 assists. Four Libertadores players scored in double figures. American power forward Thomas Gipson (202-1993, college: Kansas St.) produced 18 points and 7 rebounds and American-Filipino guard Mikh McKinney (184-1992, college: Sacramento St.) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Libertadores have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-6 record, which they share with Astros. Dorados lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Plateros. Libertadores will meet Freseras (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Dorados will play against the league's second-placed Abejas and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Libertadores: B.Frazier 23+2reb+2ast, M.Henry 14+3reb+1ast, T.Armstrong 14+3reb+10ast, B.Boatwright 11+5reb+1ast, J.Rodriguez 7+2reb, S.Spencer 7+11reb+2ast
Dorados: T.Gipson 18+7reb+2ast, M.McKinney 15+6reb+6ast, C.Thomas 13+4reb+4ast, A.Castillo 8+4reb, E.Thompson 6+5reb, M.Clark 5+3reb+2ast

Soles - Astros 59-68

No shocking result in a game in Mexicali where third ranked Astros (12-6) won against 6th ranked Soles (5-13) 68-59 on Wednesday. The best player for the winners was American power forward Brooks De Bisschop (206-1998, college: NAU) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field). The other American import forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) chipped in 15 points. Panamanian-American center Javier Carter (203-1991, college: USA, agency: Slash Sports) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds and Dominican Donte Clark added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion used an opportunity after Libertadores lost their game and moved up joining them at the top position. Loser Soles keep the sixth place with 13 games lost. Astros will meet at home Plateros (#4) in the next round. Soles will play against Halcones Rojos in Veracruz and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Astros: B.De Bisschop 15+10reb+1ast, J.Loveridge 15+2reb+2ast, J.Ledbetter 10+2reb+3ast, J.Anderson 8+3reb+6ast, K.Rodriguez 7+3reb+2ast, J.Reddic 6+7reb+1ast
Soles: C.Donte 11+5reb+3ast, H.Thompson 11+4reb+1ast, J.Carter 10+10reb, J.Febres 9+1reb+1ast, V.Alvarez 6+1ast, A.Parker 5+6reb+4ast

Correcaminos - Freseras 92-121

There was a minor upset in Ciudad Victoria where their close opponent Correcaminos (1-16) were crushed by seventh ranked Freseras (3-15) 121-92 on Thursday. Freseras dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Correcaminos' 36. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 60.9 percentage. The best player for the winners was American forward Jeff Ayres (206-1987, college: Arizona St., agency: Slash Sports) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). The other American import guard Antwon Lillard (198-1995, college: BGSU) chipped in 27 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Worth to mention Lillard played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Freseras' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international center Jose Zesati (205-1994) produced 19 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Vance Johnson (204-1997, college: Milwaukee) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively for the hosts. Five Freseras and four Correcaminos players scored in double figures. Freseras maintains seventh position with 3-15 record which they share with defeated Correcaminos. Correcaminos lost thirteenth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with 16 games lost. Freseras will meet at home league's leader Libertadores in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Correcaminos will play against the league's second-placed Panteras (#2) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Freseras: A.Lillard 27+3reb, J.Ayres 20+10reb+3ast, M.Butler 14+3reb+3ast, M.Hernandez 13+2reb+3ast, P.Reyes 12+2reb+2ast, T.David 11+4reb+3ast
Correcaminos: J.Zesati 19+9reb+2ast, G.Belardo 18+2reb+2ast, V.Johnson 18+5reb+3ast, E.Giron 17+2reb+2ast, I.Cruz 7+1ast, T.White 7+1reb

Abejas - Fuerza Regia 85-80

The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Abejas' (13-5) home victory over second-ranked Fuerza Regia (14-4) 85-80 on Thursday. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Abejas forced 21 Fuerza Regia turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Fuerza Regia's players. The best player for the winners was American guard Cody Demps (193-1993, college: Sacramento St.) who scored 18 points and 9 rebounds. Argentinian forward Alexis Elsener (195-1988, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Elsener attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Naturalized American forward Aaron Fuller (198-1989, college: USC, agency: Haylett Sports) produced 16 points and 6 rebounds and Argentinian-Italian point guard Lucas Faggiano (188-1989, college: LIU Brooklyn) added 11 points and 5 assists respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Abejas have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Despite that victory Abejas went down to second position due to points difference. Loser Fuerza Regia still keeps top place with four games lost. Abejas will meet Dorados (#5) in the next round. Fuerza Regia will play against Halcones UV Xalapa (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Abejas: C.Demps 18+9reb+3ast, A.Elsener 18+6reb+3ast, W.Langston 11+9reb+4ast, T.Nuno 8+2reb+2ast, M.Cummings 8+1reb+1ast, D.Cubillan 8+2reb+7ast
Fuerza Regia: A.Fuller 16+6reb, J.Glynn 13+5reb+1ast, L.Faggiano 11+4reb+5ast, R.Olalde 9+1reb, J.Grant 8+4reb, P.Stoll 8+3reb+5ast

Halc.Xalapa - Mineros 93-85

Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Mineros (8-10) were defeated on the road by fourth ranked Halcones UV Xalapa (11-7) 93-85 on Thursday. Halcones UV Xalapa made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Halcones UV Xalapa especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 52.6 percentage. The best player for the winners was American power forward Justin Keenan (202-1989, college: Ferris St.) who scored 21 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). International center Jose Israel-Gutierrez (206-1993) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Tyrone White (201-1990, college: CSUB) produced 22 points and 8 assists and his fellow American import forward Chris Perry (203-1994, college: LMU) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. Five Halcones UV Xalapa and four Mineros players scored in double figures. Halcones UV Xalapa maintains fourth position with 11-7 record. Loser Mineros dropped to the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Halc.Rojos. Halcones UV Xalapa will meet league's leader Fuerza Regia in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Mineros will play against Santos (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Halc.Xalapa: J.Keenan 21+4reb, J.Israel-Gutierrez 15+7reb+1ast, S.Johnson 14+2reb+6ast, D.Thomas 12+3reb+2ast, K.Meyer 12+2reb+2ast, A.Abreu 10+1reb+5ast
Mineros: T.White 22+4reb+8ast, C.Perry 20+6reb+1ast, F.Hassell 14+7reb, D.Wright 12+9reb+2ast, Z.Graham 7, B.Rivera 6+1reb+2ast

Plateros - Panteras 97-93

Very important is a road loss of third ranked Panteras (10-7) against fourth ranked Plateros (9-9) on Thursday night. Visiting Panteras were defeated by Plateros in a tough game in Fresnillo 93-97. Plateros made 19-of-22 charity shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 28 assists. The winners were led by the former international center Joshua Ibarra (211-1995, college: HCU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field) and American point guard Tu Holloway (183-1989, college: Xavier) supported him with 12 points, 14 assists and 4 steals. Even 20 points and 7 assists by American point guard Jaron Martin (178-1995, college: UC Irvine) did not help to save the game for Panteras. The former international Fabian Jaimes (198-1992) added 10 points and 10 rebounds for the guests. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Plateros have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain fourth position with 9-9 record, which they share with Dorados. Panteras at the other side dropped to the second place with seven games lost. Plateros will play against higher ranked Astros (#3) in Guadalajara in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Panteras will play at home against Correcaminos and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Plateros: J.Ibarra 24+14reb+4ast, J.Reese V 17+1reb+1ast, T.Efianayi 17+7reb+4ast, D.Huertas 16+3reb+3ast, T.Holloway 12+3reb+14ast, J.Wilson 6+7reb+2ast
Panteras: J.Martin 20+2reb+7ast, T.Rolon 16+3reb+3ast, A.Matias 14+2reb+2ast, F.Jaimes 10+10reb+3ast, G.Ricks 10+1reb+2ast, B.Conklin 8+4reb+1ast

Libertadores - Dorados 89-65

Everything went according to plan in Queretaro where first ranked Libertadores (12-6) outscored 5th ranked Dorados (9-9) 89-65 on Thursday. The best player for the winners was American guard Avry Holmes (185-1994, college: Clemson) who scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. The other American import forward Myke Henry (198-1992, college: DePaul) chipped in 13 points. Five Libertadores players scored in double figures. American-Filipino guard Mikh McKinney (184-1992, college: Sacramento St.) produced 20 points and American guard Cleveland Thomas (192-1993, college: WKU, agency: Slash Sports) added 13 points and 6 assists respectively 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. Libertadores have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 12-6 record, which they share with Astros. Dorados lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Plateros. Libertadores will meet Freseras (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Dorados will play against the league's second-placed Abejas and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Libertadores: E.Wembi 14+3reb+1ast, A.Holmes 13+5reb+1ast, M.Henry 13+3reb+3ast, B.Frazier 11+2reb+2ast, B.Boatwright 11+3reb+3ast, J.Rodriguez 10+1reb+1ast
Dorados: M.McKinney 20+3reb+1ast, C.Thomas 13+2reb+6ast, W.Daniels 6+3reb, A.Gil-Fernandez 6+1reb+1ast, T.Gipson 6+1reb, M.Clark 5+6reb+1ast

Soles - Astros 99-96

The most exciting game of round 8 in the LNBP took place in Mexicali. This derby game ended with only three-point defeat on the road of 3rd ranked Astros (12-6) to sixth ranked Soles (5-13) 99-96 on Thursday evening. Soles outrebounded Astros 32-17 including 21 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Dominican Donte Clark who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and American Hollis Thompson (203-1991, college: Georgetown) who added 25 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. American guard Jeff Ledbetter (191-1988, college: Idaho, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 16 points and 8 assists and his fellow American import forward Jordan Loveridge (198-1993, college: Utah) scored 15 points. Five Astros players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Soles maintains sixth position with 5-13 record. Astros lost third consecutive game. Defending champion still keep top place with six games lost. They share the position with Libertadores. Soles are looking forward to face higher ranked Halcones Rojos (#5) in Veracruz in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Astros will play at home against Plateros (#4) and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Soles: H.Thompson 25+7reb+3ast, C.Donte 23+8reb+7ast, L.Martinez 12+3reb+2ast, J.Febres 8, A.Parker 8+5ast, A.Smith 7+7reb
Astros: J.Ledbetter 16+3reb+8ast, J.Loveridge 15+4reb+3ast, C.Cortes 14+6ast, K.Rodriguez 13+1reb+4ast, J.Anderson 13+1reb+2ast, M.Andriassi 8+2reb+2ast

Halc.Xalapa - Santos 95-80

Very important is a road loss of second ranked Santos (10-8) against fourth ranked Halcones UV Xalapa (11-7) on Monday night. Visiting Santos were defeated by Halcones UV Xalapa in Xalapa 95-80. Halcones UV Xalapa looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Justin Keenan (202-1989, college: Ferris St.) who scored 24 points and 7 rebounds. Panamanian forward Tony Bishop (202-1989, college: Texas St., agency: 011 Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 rebounds. Four Halcones UV Xalapa players scored in double figures. International point guard Omar De Haro (188-1995) produced 21 points and American-Puerto Rican power forward Timajh Parker-Rivera (202-1994, college: Towson) added 10 points and 13 rebounds respectively for the guests. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Halcones UV Xalapa maintains fourth position with 11-7 record. Loser Santos dropped to the third place with eight games lost. Halcones UV Xalapa will meet league's leader Fuerza Regia in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Santos will play against Mineros in Zacatecas and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Halc.Xalapa: J.Keenan 24+7reb+2ast, D.Thomas 16+5reb+2ast, S.Johnson 14+2reb+6ast, T.Bishop 11+11reb+2ast, A.Abreu 11+1reb+4ast, E.Andujar 9+6reb+3ast
Santos: O.De Haro 21+4reb+2ast, C.Barry 12+2reb, T.Fernandez 11+5reb+4ast, T.Parker-Rivera 10+13reb+2ast, J.Burns 9+3reb+2ast, D.Willis 7+3reb+5ast

Santos - Halc.Rojos 82-57

There was no surprise in San Luis Potosi where 5th ranked Halcones Rojos (8-10) were outplayed by second ranked Santos (10-8) 82-57 on Wednesday. Santos outrebounded Halcones Rojos 43-31 including 33 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was international point guard Omar De Haro (188-1995) who scored 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). American-Puerto Rican power forward Timajh Parker-Rivera (202-1994, college: Towson) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. Bahamas forward Tavario Miller (203-1994, college: Texas A&M) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds and American point guard Quade Green (183-1998, college: Washington, agency: Octagon Europe) added 11 points and 6 assists respectively 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. Despite that victory Santos went down to third position due to points difference. Loser Halcones Rojos keep the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Mineros. Santos will meet Mineros (#6) in the next round. Halcones Rojos will play against Soles and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Santos: O.De Haro 22+3reb+2ast, T.Parker-Rivera 17+5reb+1ast, C.Barry 9+5reb+2ast, A.Henriquez 9+3reb+1ast, R.Christmas 8+13reb+1ast, E.Luzcando 6+4reb+4ast
Halc.Rojos: T.Miller 14+14reb+1ast, Q.Green 11+2reb+6ast, J.Davis 9, E.Crawford 8+4reb+1ast, M.Henry 7+5reb+2ast, I.Hamilton 6+1reb+1ast

Santos - Halc.Rojos 99-80

No shocking result in a game in San Luis Potosi where second ranked Santos (10-8) outleveled 5th ranked Halcones Rojos (8-10) 99-80 on Thursday. Santos made 24-of-27 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American-Puerto Rican point guard Tjader Fernandez (178-1994) who scored 21 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). American-Puerto Rican power forward Timajh Parker-Rivera (202-1994, college: Towson) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Bahamas forward Tavario Miller (203-1994, college: Texas A&M) produced a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and American point guard Quade Green (183-1998, college: Washington, agency: Octagon Europe) added 16 points and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Five Santos and four Halcones Rojos players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Santos went down to third position due to points difference. Loser Halcones Rojos keep the fifth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Mineros. Santos will meet Mineros (#6) in the next round. Halcones Rojos will play against Soles and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Santos: T.Fernandez 21+6reb+7ast, O.De Haro 17+1ast, A.Henriquez 13+2reb+1ast, T.Parker-Rivera 10+6reb+5ast, E.Luzcando 10+5reb+2ast, V.Ricardo 7+2reb+3ast
Halc.Rojos: T.Miller 28+11reb+1ast, Q.Green 16+3reb+7ast, M.Henry 11+4reb+5ast, E.Crawford 11+1reb, N.Colmenares 6+8reb, J.Davis 3+2reb+1ast