CIBACOPA Round 15 (Regular Season): Los Mochis hand first loss to Astros

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most surprising game was the first loss of Astros (15-1) on the court of seventh ranked Pioneros Los Mochis on Tuesday night. Visitors were defeated by Pioneros Los Mochis 109-104. It ended at the same time the 15-game winning streak of Astros. Los Mochis made 27-of-34 free shots (79.4 percent) during the game. 28 personal fouls committed by Astros helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American players dominated the game. It was a good game for center Arnett Moultrie (208-1990, college: MSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Jordan Allen (193-1998, college: Lyn) contributed with 22 points for the winners. point guard Trey Burke (183-1992, college: Michigan) answered with 42 points (!!!) for Astros. Astros' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Los Mochis (10-10) moved-up to sixth place. Astros at the other side still keep top position with one game lost. Los Mochis are looking forward to face higher ranked Frayles (#5) in Guasave in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Astros will play on the road against Culiacan (#10) and are hoping to win this game.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (14-10) against fifth ranked Frayles de Guasave (12-10) on Tuesday night. Host Tijuana Zonkeys were defeated by Frayles de Guasave in a tough game in Tijuana 91-97. It was a great evening for American swingman Melik Martin (198-1999, college: Drexel) who led his team to a victory scoring 29 points. Jemerrio Jones helped adding 13 points and 12 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American power forward Alex Williams (203-1993) with 22 points and 7 assists. Frayles moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Angeles. Tijuana at the other side keeps the third position with ten games lost. Frayles will play against Los Mochis (#6) at home in the next round. Tijuana will have a break next round.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (14-10) against fifth ranked Frayles de Guasave (12-10) on Wednesday night. Host Tijuana Zonkeys were defeated by Frayles de Guasave in Tijuana 80-70. It was an exceptional evening for D'Moi Hodge who led the winners and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Alan Olivas-Baca came up with 8 points and 15 rebounds for Tijuana in the defeat. Tijuana Zonkeys' coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Frayles moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Angeles. Loser Tijuana Zonkeys keeps the third position with ten games lost. Frayles will meet at home Los Mochis (#6) in the next round. Tijuana will have a break next round.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 15: Toros were beaten by Culiacan on the road 88-74. Los Mochis were destroyed by Astros on its own court 79-108. Culiacan unfortunately lost to Angeles in Ciudad de Mexico 85-88. Toros recorded a loss to Obregon at home 82-90. Bottom-ranked Mazatlan was defeated by Hermosillo on the opponent's court 96-85. Angeles beat Culiacan in a home game 97-88. Obregon won against Toros on the road 99-90. Hermosillo unfortunately lost to Mazatlan on its own court 94-97.
The most impressive performance of 15th round was 27 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists by Clyde Trapp of Mazatlan.



Culiacan - Toros 88-74

There was a small surprise when tenth ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (7-15) beat at home 7th ranked Toros (10-12) 88-74 on Sunday. Culiacan looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Isaac Hamilton (196-1994, college: UCLA) who led the winners and scored 20 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. His fellow American import Shemarri Allen (193-1999, college: UCF) accounted for 15 points and 8 rebounds (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Five Caballeros de Culiacan players scored in double figures. Chilean point guard Franco Ordenes (181-1992) came up with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international Gabriel Giron (192-1988) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Toros in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Culiacan maintains tenth place with 7-15 record. Toros lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 12 games lost. Culiacan will meet at home league's leader Astros in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Toros will play against Hermosillo (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Toros: G.Giron 13+6reb+2ast, F.Ordenes 12+6reb+7ast, R.James 9, G.DeVaughn 9+7reb, A.Wrighten 8+1reb+1ast, D.Daniels 7+4ast
Culiacan: H.Isaac 20+9reb+8ast, H.Johnny 17+3reb+2ast, A.Shemarri 15+8reb+3ast, M.Tre 15+4reb+4ast, J.Torren 12+9reb, R.Valle 6+1reb

Los Mochis - Astros 79-108

Very expected game when 7th ranked Pioneros Los Mochis (10-10) were smashed at home by first ranked Astros (15-1) 108-79 on Monday. Astros dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Pioneros Los Mochis' 36. Astros looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American point guard Trey Burke (183-1992, college: Michigan) who led the winners and scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Jamaican Tyran De Lattibeaudiere (195-1991, college: Lamar, agency: Network Sports International) accounted for 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. American Jordan Allen (193-1998, college: Lyn) came up with 21 points and the other American import forward Eric Griffin (203-1990, college: Campbell) added 6 points and 13 rebounds respectively for Los Mochis in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Astros have an impressive series of fifteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 15-1 record. Loser Pioneros Los Mochis dropped to the sixth position with ten games lost. Astros will meet Culiacan (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Los Mochis will play against Frayles (#5) in Guasave and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Los Mochis: J.Allen 21+1reb, J.Wilson-Frame 14+1reb+2ast, M.Butler 9+3reb+3ast, R.Smith 8+2reb+1ast, A.Moultrie 6+3reb, E.Griffin 6+13reb+2ast
Astros: B.Trey 20+6reb+6ast, D.Tyran 15+8reb+3ast, S.Daishon 13+1ast, A.Moises 12+1reb+1ast, R.Karim 12+1ast, P.Chris 11+4reb

Angeles - Culiacan 88-85

Very predictable result when fourth ranked Angeles (12-10) edged 10th ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (7-15) in Ciudad de Mexico 88-85 on Tuesday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Angeles looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Nigerian-American forward Chuba Ohams (206-1997, college: Fordham, agency: Octagon Europe) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. American guard Dayon Griffin (195-1995, college: UCF) accounted for 16 points and 7 assists for the winning side. American guard Isaac Hamilton (196-1994, college: UCLA) came up with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and the other American import forward Tre McCallum (201-1995, college: DePaul, agency: MSG) added 20 points respectively for Culiacan in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Angeles maintains fourth place with 12-10 record, which they share with Frayles. Loser Caballeros de Culiacan keeps the tenth position with 15 games lost. Angeles will meet Guaymas (#9) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Culiacan will play against the league's leader Astros and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Culiacan: T.McCallum 20+4reb+2ast, B.Porter 16+8reb+1ast, I.Hamilton 12+8reb+8ast, J.Hughes III 11+3reb+1ast, T.Jones 10+4reb+1ast, H.Thompson 10+6reb+1ast
Angeles: G.Dayon 16+4reb+7ast, B.Trahson 16+7reb+3ast, O.Chuba 14+12reb+1ast, K.Antwan 13+2reb+6ast, C.Jacob 10+7reb+2ast, D.Jeremiah 7+2reb+1ast

Toros - Obregon 82-90

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Toros (10-12) lost to third ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (14-6) in Nuevo Laredo 82-90 on Tuesday. Obregon outrebounded Toros 45-30 including 32 on the defensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for American forward Tony Farmer (201-1994, college: Lee JC) who led the winners and scored 20 points and 8 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Jaden House (193, college: URI) accounted for 14 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Five Halcones de Ciudad Obregon players scored in double figures. The former international Gabriel Giron (192-1988) came up with 19 points and 7 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) and Chilean point guard Franco Ordenes (181-1992) added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Toros in the defeat. Toros' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Toros lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 12 games lost. Obregon will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Toros will play against Hermosillo (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Toros: G.Giron 19+7reb+3ast, F.Ordenes 16+7reb+5ast, J.Andriassi 12+2reb+1ast, D.Daniels 11+1reb, M.Myers 9+5reb, R.James 8+1reb+4ast
Obregon: F.Tony 20+8reb+2ast, H.Jaden 14+5reb+2ast, P.Josh 12+2reb+5ast, J.Jahvari 12+4reb, M.Justin 11+8reb, R.Alejandro 10+8reb+1ast

Tijuana - Frayles 91-97

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (14-10) against fifth ranked Frayles de Guasave (12-10) on Tuesday night. Host Tijuana Zonkeys were defeated by Frayles de Guasave in a tough game in Tijuana 91-97. It was a great evening for American swingman Melik Martin (198-1999, college: Drexel) who led his team to a victory scoring 29 points. His fellow American import guard Jemerrio Jones (196-1995, college: NM State, agency: JCK Sports Group) helped adding 13 points and 12 rebounds. Five Frayles de Guasave players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American power forward Alex Williams (203-1993) with 22 points and 7 assists and Nigerian-American power forward TK Edogi (203-1994, college: Iona) scored 20 points and 8 rebounds. Frayles moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Angeles. Tijuana at the other side keeps the third position with ten games lost. Frayles will play against Los Mochis (#6) at home in the next round. Tijuana will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Tijuana: A.Williams 22+3reb+7ast, T.Edogi 20+8reb, S.Rector 14+1reb+2ast, P.Jones III 8+7reb+4ast, M.Bell 8+6reb, D.Barnes 7+1reb
Frayles: M.Melik 29+3reb+2ast, N.Sa'eed 19+3reb+3ast, P.Trey 17+3reb+2ast, J.Jemerrio 13+12reb+2ast, P.Jay 10+7reb+5ast, O.Jordan 7+5reb+1ast

Los Mochis - Astros 109-104

The most surprising game was the first loss of Astros (15-1) on the court of seventh ranked Pioneros Los Mochis on Tuesday night. Visitors were defeated by Pioneros Los Mochis 109-104. It ended at the same time the 15-game winning streak of Astros. Los Mochis made 27-of-34 free shots (79.4 percent) during the game. 28 personal fouls committed by Astros helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. American players dominated the game. It was a good game for center Arnett Moultrie (208-1990, college: MSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!). Jordan Allen (193-1998, college: Lyn) contributed with 22 points for the winners. Four Pioneros Los Mochis players scored in double figures. point guard Trey Burke (183-1992, college: Michigan) answered with 42 points (!!!) and guard Daishon Smith (185-1995, college: ULM) added 22 points and 4 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) in the effort for Astros. Astros' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Los Mochis (10-10) moved-up to sixth place. Astros at the other side still keep top position with one game lost. Los Mochis are looking forward to face higher ranked Frayles (#5) in Guasave in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Astros will play on the road against Culiacan (#10) and are hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Astros: T.Burke 42+2reb+3ast, D.Smith 22+4reb+4ast, T.De Lattibeaudiere 12+5reb+1ast, Y.Mencia 6+3reb, M.Andriassi 5+1reb+1ast, P.Stoll 5+3ast
Los Mochis: M.Arnett 34+14reb+1ast, A.Jordan 22+1reb+2ast, B.Matthew 16+2reb+4ast, E.Jawun 11+2reb+1ast, W.Jared 10+1reb+2ast, S.Rashad 7+2ast

Hermosillo - Mazatlan 96-85

Everything went according to plan when eighth ranked Rayos de Hermosillo (9-13) defeated at home bottom-ranked Venados (5-17) 96-85 on Tuesday. It was an exceptional evening for American-Argentinian guard Romeao Ferguson (196-1997, college: Lipscomb) who led the winners and scored 24 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. American power forward Terrell Brown-Soares (208-1998, college: San Diego) accounted for 16 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side. Rayos de Hermosillo's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American center Dakota Quinn (206-1997, college: MNU) came up with 21 points and the other American import power forward Khydarius Smith (203-2001, college: UMBC) added 16 points respectively for Mazatlan in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Hermosillo maintains eighth place with 9-13 record. Mazatlan lost twelfth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom position with 17 games lost. Hermosillo will meet higher ranked Toros (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Mazatlan will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Mazatlan: D.Quinn 21+3reb+2ast, S.Khydarius 16+3reb+2ast, D.Bandoo 13+5reb+1ast, J.Taylor 10+6reb+3ast, C.Trapp 8+5reb+3ast, T.Williams 6+5reb+1ast
Hermosillo: F.Romeao 24+6reb+8ast, H.Jordan 17+1reb+2ast, B.Terrell 16+12reb, C.Gooden 11+3reb+4ast, G.Kiandre 9, J.Winston 9+3reb+2ast

Angeles - Culiacan 97-88

There was no surprise when 10th ranked Caballeros de Culiacan (7-15) lost to fourth ranked Angeles (12-10) in Ciudad de Mexico 88-97 on Wednesday. Angeles dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Caballeros de Culiacan's 34 and made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Culiacan 35-24 including 26 on the defensive glass. Angeles looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Nigerian-American forward Chuba Ohams (206-1997, college: Fordham, agency: Octagon Europe) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Dayon Griffin (195-1995, college: UCF) accounted for 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. American forward Brandon Porter (206-1999, college: CPP, agency: Starting 5) came up with 27 points and the other American import forward Tre McCallum (201-1995, college: DePaul, agency: MSG) added 21 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Culiacan in the defeat. Five Angeles and four Culiacan players scored in double figures. Angeles maintains fourth place with 12-10 record, which they share with Frayles. Loser Caballeros de Culiacan keeps the tenth position with 15 games lost. Angeles will meet Guaymas (#9) on the road in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Culiacan will play against the league's leader Astros and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Culiacan: B.Porter 27+3reb+1ast, T.McCallum 21+5reb+2ast, R.Peters 14+3reb+5ast, I.Hamilton 10+8reb+4ast, S.Allen 9+3reb+2ast, H.Thompson 7+1reb+2ast
Angeles: G.Dayon 18+6reb+5ast, O.Chuba 16+12reb+4ast, O.Renathan 15+2ast, B.Trahson 14+5reb+7ast, D.Jeremiah 13+4reb+1ast, K.Antwan 11+1reb+5ast

Toros - Obregon 90-99

No shocking result in a game when third ranked Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (14-6) beat 7th ranked Toros (10-12) in Nuevo Laredo 99-90 on Wednesday. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Josh Perkins (191-1995, college: Gonzaga, agency: Slash Sports) who led the winners and scored 19 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. His fellow American import forward Tony Farmer (201-1994, college: Lee JC) accounted for 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. Five Halcones de Ciudad Obregon players scored in double figures. The former international Gabriel Giron (192-1988) came up with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and American forward Michael Myers (206-1992, college: UMES, agency: Diamond Sports) added 19 points and 12 rebounds respectively for Toros in the defeat. Toros' coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Halcones de Ciudad Obregon have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to second place. Toros lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with 12 games lost. Obregon will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Toros will play against Hermosillo (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Toros: G.Giron 23+5reb+6ast, M.Myers 19+12reb+1ast, A.Wrighten 14+1ast, J.Andriassi 10+1reb, G.DeVaughn 8+3reb, D.Soto-Pozo 5+3reb
Obregon: F.Tony 19+7reb+2ast, P.Josh 19+7reb+9ast, G.Davonte 18+6reb+3ast, H.Jaden 18+6reb, J.Jahvari 14+4reb, M.Justin 8+6reb+1ast

Tijuana - Frayles 70-80

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Tijuana Zonkeys (14-10) against fifth ranked Frayles de Guasave (12-10) on Wednesday night. Host Tijuana Zonkeys were defeated by Frayles de Guasave in Tijuana 80-70. Strangely Tijuana outrebounded Frayles 48-28 including a 19-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for British V.Islands guard D'Moi Hodge (193-1998, college: Missouri) who led the winners and scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. American point guard Saeed Nelson (188-1998, college: American) accounted for 21 points for the winning side. Power forward Alan Olivas-Baca (202-1988) came up with 8 points and 15 rebounds and American forward Jaquan Lightfoot (203, college: Southeastern) added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Tijuana in the defeat. Tijuana Zonkeys' coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Frayles moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Angeles. Loser Tijuana Zonkeys keeps the third position with ten games lost. Frayles will meet at home Los Mochis (#6) in the next round. Tijuana will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Tijuana: J.Lightfoot 14+9reb, O.De Haro 11+6reb+4ast, P.Jones III 8+6reb+2ast, O.Alan 8+15reb+3ast, T.Edogi 8+7reb, A.Williams 8+3reb+5ast
Frayles: N.Sa'eed 21+1ast, H.D'Moi 18+6reb+2ast, P.Trey 14+2reb, P.Jay 10+4reb+1ast, M.Melik 7+3reb+6ast, J.Jemerrio 5+5reb+5ast

Hermosillo - Mazatlan 94-97

There was a minor upset when 8th ranked Rayos de Hermosillo (9-13) was edged at home by bottom-ranked Venados (5-17) 97-94 on Wednesday. Mazatlan made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 54.5 percentage. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Mazatlan made 7 blocks. American players dominated also this game. It was an exceptional evening for guard Clyde Trapp (193-1998, college: Charlotte) who led the winners and scored 27 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Taylor Johnson (193-1994, college: Dartmouth) accounted for 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Venados' coach Eric Weissling used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Power forward Terrell Brown-Soares (208-1998, college: San Diego) came up with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds and forward Justin Winston (203-1999, college: Coppin St.) added 23 points respectively for Hermosillo in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Mazatlan maintains eleventh place with 5-17 record. Loser Rayos de Hermosillo keeps the eighth position with 13 games lost. Mazatlan will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hermosillo will play against Toros (#7) in Nuevo Laredo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hermosillo: W.Justin 23+2reb+3ast, T.Brown-Soares 20+11reb, J.Henderson 18+1ast, G.Cameron 16+1reb+6ast, T.Bieshaar 7+7reb+1ast, T.Wertz 5+4reb+4ast
Mazatlan: T.Clyde 27+6reb+9ast, B.Devonte 20+1reb+2ast, T.Johnson 19+6reb+5ast, Q.Dakota 16+3reb+1ast, W.Decensae 9+3reb, W.Troy 4+2reb+1ast