LSB Round 11: Caribbean Coast lose to Leon

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Caribbean Coast (7-2) on the court of fourth ranked Leon on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Leon 96-88. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Caribbean Coast. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Leon made 29-of-37 free shots (78.4 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by Caribbean Coast helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Dominican Xavier de la Rosa (196-1991) who scored 26 points. Dominican center Jose Familia (201-1998) chipped in 13 points and 12 rebounds. Puerto Rican guard Luis Lopez (182-1998, college: PR-Mayaguez) produced 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the guests. Leon keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Caribbean Coast and Leones. Leon's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in to the arena .
Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Managua: Leones (#2) and Jaguares (#7). Jaguares were defeated at home 79-85 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. American guard Kaleb Hunter (193-1998, college: UNCG) orchestrated the victory by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. Augustus Stone contributed with 25 points for the winners. American Joel Kindred (193-1991, college: St.Augustine) answered with 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds for Jaguares. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Leones (7-2) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Caribbean Coast and Leon. Jaguares lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with five games lost. Leones' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Managua to the arena Caribbean Coast.
Leader Caribbean Coast delivered the seventh victory on Tuesday night. This time they crushed 6th ranked UNI Basket (4-5) 90-66 in Managua. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of UNI Basket. It was a great evening for Luis Lopez who led his team to a victory scoring 29 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Tyler Morman responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 23 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Caribbean Coast. They maintain first place with 7-2 record, which they share with Leones and Leon. UNI Basket at the other side keeps the sixth position with five games lost. Caribbean Coast's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Managua Leones.

Other games of round 11 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Indigenas defeated Tigres in Matagalpa 72-61. Brumas smashed Jaguares at home 97-68. Tigres lost to Leones on the opponent's court 83-92. Leones outscored UNI Basket in a home game 107-81. Winless Rivas was rolled over Jaguares on the road 78-120. Tigres were crushed by Brumas on its own court 60-79. Indigenas were beaten by Real Esteli in a road game 84-73. Leon destroyed Rivas at home 89-70.

Tigres - Indigenas 61-72

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Tigres' (1-8) home loss to eighth ranked Indigenas (2-6) 61-72 on Friday. It was a great evening for Canadian swingman Zekiah Owens (197-1998, college: AIC) who led his team to a victory scoring 30 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Tylan Dean (185-1999, college: Rogers St.) helped adding 16 points and 16 rebounds. Cuban Emmanuel Calderon (198-1998) responded with 18 points and 6 rebounds and Dwight Real (-1997) scored 7 points and 12 rebounds. Indigenas maintains eighth place with 2-6 record. Tigres lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with eight games lost. Indigenas will meet bottom-ranked Rivas (#10) in the next round. Tigres will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Indigenas: Z.Owens 30+7reb+3ast, T.Dean 16+16reb+3ast, C.Moten-Jackson 8+3reb+4ast, M.Franklin 7+4reb, J.Francisco 6+9reb+1ast, H.Francisco 5+5reb+2ast
Tigres: P.Jose 18+1reb+2ast, C.Emmanuel 18+6reb+1ast, L.Mauricio 12+6reb, R.Dwight 7+12reb+2ast, L.Martinez 4+10reb, R.Hector 2+4reb+1ast

Brumas - Jaguares 97-68

No shocking result in a game in Jinotega where fifth ranked Brumas (6-3) smashed 7th ranked Jaguares (3-5) 97-68 on Saturday. Brumas dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Jaguares' 38. They outrebounded Jaguares 43-26 including 29 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for American power forward Amir Warnock (206-1995, college: KWC) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds. Cuban center Marvin Cairo (203-1991) helped adding 25 points and 4 assists. Four Brumas players scored in double figures. Guard Kaleb Myers (-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and American Joel Kindred (193-1991, college: St.Augustine) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Brumas. They maintain fifth place with 6-3 record. Jaguares lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with five games lost. Brumas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Jaguares will play against Real Esteli (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Brumas: A.Warnock 26+11reb+3ast, M.Cairo 25+3reb+4ast, T.Simmons 16+5reb+7ast, H.Juan 13+10reb+2ast, A.Kevin 7+1ast, M.Arnulfo 6
Jaguares: J.Kindred 16+5reb+1ast, M.Kaleb 15+11reb, T.Watson 9+1reb, C.Daniel 6, Y.Fundora 6+1reb+1ast, P.Farrell 4+1reb+1ast

Leones - Tigres 92-83

Very expected game in Managua where 9th ranked Tigres (1-8) were defeated by second ranked Leones (7-2) 92-83 on Saturday. Leones forced 22 Tigres turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Kaleb Hunter (193-1998, college: UNCG) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. His fellow American import guard Augustus Stone (193-1997, college: St.Thomas, FL) helped adding 31 points. Leones' coach used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American power forward Lorenzo Martinez (203-1997, college: Southwestern, KS) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 20 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and Jose Perez (-1999) scored 30 points and 5 assists. Four Tigres players scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Leones. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Caribbean Coast and Leon. Tigres lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth place with eight games lost. Leones' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Managua to the arena Caribbean Coast.
Top scorers:
Leones: A.Stone 31+4reb+3ast, K.Hunter 23+10reb+7ast, J.Martinez 17+9reb+4ast, M.Hinestroza 6+5reb, A.Angel 6+2reb, R.Elkin 3+2reb+2ast
Tigres: P.Jose 30+3reb+5ast, C.Emmanuel 23+2reb+5ast, L.Martinez 16+20reb+4ast, L.Mauricio 12+7reb+1ast, M.Jose 2+2reb, G.Luis 0

Leones - UNI Basket 107-81

Rather predictable result in Managua where second ranked Leones (7-2) outscored 6th ranked UNI Basket (4-5) 107-81 on Thursday. Leones looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Augustus Stone (193-1997, college: St.Thomas, FL) who led his team to a victory scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard Kaleb Hunter (193-1998, college: UNCG) helped adding 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. American-Puerto Rican guard Robert Nieves (186-1999, college: Graceland) responded with 28 points and 4 assists and American forward Jayson Brower (195-1996, college: John Jay) scored 20 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Leones. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Caribbean Coast and Leon. UNI Basket at the other side keeps the sixth place with five games lost. Leones' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Managua to the arena Caribbean Coast.
Top scorers:
Leones: A.Stone 22+6reb+4ast, K.Hunter 20+5reb+5ast, J.Martinez 15+5reb+4ast, B.Lavernia 9+4reb+2ast, C.Webster 9+9reb+6ast, M.Garcia 8
UNI Basket: R.Nieves 28+3reb+4ast, J.Brower 20+7reb+1ast, T.Morman 11+15reb+2ast, V.Justin 5+3ast, G.Josafat 5+3reb+2ast, L.Darwell 4+1reb+2ast

Jaguares - Rivas 120-78

Not a big story in a game in Managua where bottom-ranked Rivas (0-8) were outplayed by seventh ranked Jaguares (3-5) 120-78 on Thursday. Jaguares dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Rivas' 48. They outrebounded Rivas 55-41 including 35 on the offensive glass. Jaguares looked well-organized offensively handing out 33 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Jaguares made 8 blocks. It was a great evening for guard Kaleb Myers (-2004) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 15 rebounds. Puerto Rican power forward Carlos Lopez-Sosa (209-1990, college: UNLV) helped adding 14 points, 16 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 blocks. Five Jaguares players scored in double figures. Puerto Rican guard Eliel Gonzalez (188-1995, college: NC A&T) responded with 30 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and American Rashad Jackson (191, college: Portland) scored 11 points and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Jaguares maintains seventh place with 3-5 record. Rivas lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Jaguares will meet higher ranked Real Esteli (#4) on the road in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rivas will play against Indigenas (#8) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Jaguares: J.Kindred 27+2reb+2ast, M.Kaleb 23+15reb+1ast, C.Lopez-Sosa 14+16reb+8ast, P.Farrell 14+2reb+5ast, J.Alejandro 11+4reb+2ast, G.Deybi 8+4reb
Rivas: E.Gonzalez 30+5reb+5ast, I.Kender 11+4reb+4ast, R.Jackson 11+4reb+5ast, R.Felix 9+8reb+2ast, S.Brad 4+2reb, U.Luis 3+3ast

Leon - Caribbean Coast 96-88

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Caribbean Coast (7-2) on the court of fourth ranked Leon on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Leon 96-88. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Caribbean Coast. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Leon made 29-of-37 free shots (78.4 percent) during the game. 26 personal fouls committed by Caribbean Coast helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was Dominican Xavier de la Rosa (196-1991) who scored 26 points. Dominican center Jose Familia (201-1998) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Puerto Rican guard Luis Lopez (182-1998, college: PR-Mayaguez) produced 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and swingman Jorge Gonzalez (198-1995) added 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for the guests. Five Leon and four Caribbean Coast players scored in double figures. Leon keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Caribbean Coast and Leones. Leon's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in to the arena .
Top scorers:
Leon: X.de la Rosa 26+2reb+3ast, D.Walter 17+5reb, S.Deikel 14+11reb+3ast, J.Familia 13+12reb+3ast, V.Thomas 13+5reb+3ast, P.Martinez 10+3reb+3ast
Caribbean Coast: L.Lopez 24+5reb+6ast, G.Jorge 18+5reb+7ast, O.Perez 14+9reb+1ast, A.Troy 11+4reb, W.Andy 5+8reb+1ast, P.Kingsly 5+4reb

Tigres - Brumas 60-79

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked Brumas (6-3) outleveled on the road 9th ranked Tigres (1-8) 79-60 on Tuesday. It was a great evening for American power forward Amir Warnock (206-1995, college: KWC) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Cuban center Marvin Cairo (203-1991) helped adding 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Brumas players scored in double figures. Jose Perez (-1999) responded with 28 points and American power forward Lorenzo Martinez (203-1997, college: Southwestern, KS) scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the third consecutive win for Brumas. They maintain fifth place with 6-3 record. Tigres lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the ninth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Brumas: A.Warnock 22+13reb+4ast, M.Cairo 17+5reb+4ast, A.Kevin 15+6reb+3ast, H.Juan 12+7reb+2ast, T.Simmons 11+4reb+2ast, A.Martinez 2+2reb+3ast
Tigres: P.Jose 28+2reb+3ast, L.Martinez 16+7reb+2ast, C.Emmanuel 8+3reb+2ast, L.Mauricio 6+7reb+2ast, R.Hector 2+2reb+3ast, M.Jose 0+4reb

Jaguares - Leones 79-85

Another exciting game was a derby match between two teams from Managua: Leones (#2) and Jaguares (#7). Jaguares were defeated at home 79-85 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. American guard Kaleb Hunter (193-1998, college: UNCG) orchestrated the victory by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds. His fellow American import guard Augustus Stone (193-1997, college: St.Thomas, FL) contributed with 25 points for the winners. American Joel Kindred (193-1991, college: St.Augustine) answered with 33 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds and Puerto Rican power forward Carlos Lopez-Sosa (209-1990, college: UNLV) added 23 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists in the effort for Jaguares. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Leones (7-2) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Caribbean Coast and Leon. Jaguares lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with five games lost. Leones' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Managua to the arena Caribbean Coast.
Top scorers:
Leones: K.Hunter 34+7reb+2ast, A.Stone 25+4reb, M.Hinestroza 9+7reb+5ast, C.Webster 7+4reb+3ast, B.Lavernia 3+4reb+3ast, M.Herman 2+1reb
Jaguares: J.Kindred 33+8reb+2ast, C.Lopez-Sosa 23+8reb+8ast, M.Kaleb 12+8reb+1ast, Y.Fundora 4+7reb+2ast, T.Watson 3+2reb, G.Deybi 2

Real Esteli - Indigenas 84-73

There was no surprise when 8th ranked Indigenas (2-6) were defeated on the road by third ranked Real Esteli (6-2) 84-73 on Tuesday. Real Esteli outrebounded Indigenas 54-28 including a 37-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American-Puerto Rican Christopher Gaston (201-1989, college: Fordham) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds. The former international swingman Jared Ruiz (188-1992) helped adding 27 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Real Esteli's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Canadian swingman Zekiah Owens (197-1998, college: AIC) responded with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Tylan Dean (185-1999, college: Rogers St.) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds. Despite that victory Real Esteli went down to fourth position due to points difference. Indigenas at the other side keep the eighth place with six games lost. Real Esteli will meet at home Jaguares (#7) in the next round. Indigenas will play against Rivas and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Real Esteli: J.Ruiz 27+5reb+6ast, C.Gaston 23+16reb+2ast, J.Jordan 9+4reb+3ast, I.Palermo 8+5reb+1ast, J.Campbell 6+5reb+1ast, P.Andy 5+4reb
Indigenas: Z.Owens 26+6reb+4ast, C.Moten-Jackson 18+5reb+2ast, T.Dean 17+8reb+2ast, R.Mendoza 5+2reb+1ast, M.Elgin 5+1ast, H.Francisco 2+4reb+4ast

Leon - Rivas 89-70

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked Leon (7-2) smashed at home bottom-ranked Rivas (0-8) 89-70 on Tuesday. Leon forced 23 Rivas turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Rivas' players. It was a great evening for the former international Walter Diaz (179-1989) who led his team to a victory scoring 25 points. Dominican Xavier de la Rosa (196-1991) helped adding 13 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Leon players scored in double figures. Leon's coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Puerto Rican guard Eliel Gonzalez (188-1995, college: NC A&T) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds and Felix Ramos (-2003) scored 9 points and 12 rebounds. Leon keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Caribbean Coast and Leones. Rivas lost their eighth game in a row. They still close the standings with eight games lost. Leon will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rivas will play against Indigenas (#8) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Leon: D.Walter 25+4reb+2ast, X.de la Rosa 13+6reb+8ast, P.Martinez 13+9reb+5ast, V.Thomas 13+3reb+8ast, C.Lesther 11+1reb+1ast, S.Deikel 9+12reb+1ast
Rivas: E.Gonzalez 28+14reb+3ast, I.Kender 11+6reb+1ast, R.Felix 9+12reb+2ast, K.Rivera 9+6reb+3ast, U.Luis 7+4reb+1ast, C.Kurlam 4+2reb

Caribbean Coast - UNI Basket 90-66

Leader Caribbean Coast delivered the seventh victory on Tuesday night. This time they crushed 6th ranked UNI Basket (4-5) 90-66 in Managua. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of UNI Basket. Caribbean Coast made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They outrebounded UNI Basket 55-36 including a 39-25 advantage in offensive rebounds. Caribbean Coast looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for Puerto Rican guard Luis Lopez (182-1998, college: PR-Mayaguez) who led his team to a victory scoring 29 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Puerto Rican power forward Owens Perez (206-1992) helped adding 14 points and 12 rebounds. Four Caribbean Coast players scored in double figures. American forward Tyler Morman (206-1997, college: Southern Miss) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 23 rebounds and American-Puerto Rican guard Robert Nieves (186-1999, college: Graceland) scored 21 points and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Caribbean Coast. They maintain first place with 7-2 record, which they share with Leones and Leon. UNI Basket at the other side keeps the sixth position with five games lost. Caribbean Coast's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Managua Leones.
Top scorers:
Caribbean Coast: L.Lopez 29+8reb+9ast, G.Jorge 15+4reb+4ast, A.Troy 15+9reb+1ast, O.Perez 14+12reb+3ast, P.Neyton 5+6reb, W.Kiborn 3+1ast
UNI Basket: R.Nieves 21+4ast, T.Morman 15+23reb+1ast, M.Webeans 9+3reb+2ast, J.Brower 8+7reb+1ast, G.Josafat 8+1reb+3ast, L.Darwell 3



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