TBN Round 11 (Regular Season): Brumas hand first loss to Tipitapa

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Tipitapa (11-1) in Jinotega on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Brumas (12-0) 79-69. It ended at the same time the 11-game winning streak of Tipitapa. It was a key game for the top position in the league. 27 personal fouls committed by Tipitapa helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international Dalton Cacho (200-1993) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Rafael Mendoza (171-2001) contributed with 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Roger Munoz (208-1984, college: Trinity Valley) answered with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds for Tipitapa. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Undefeated Brumas have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. Tipitapa at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost.
Important game to mention about took place in Juigalpa. Seventh ranked La Libertad (8-4) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 3rd placed Jaguares (11-3) 82-81 on Saturday evening. It was a great evening for Marvin Delgadillo who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points and 9 rebounds. Erling Lopez helped adding 13 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. Amaru Granja responded with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Jaguares' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total fourteen players in this game, but that didn't help. La Libertad maintains seventh place with 8-4 record. Jaguares at the other side keep the third position with three games lost. They share it with UNAN de.
TBN top team - Brumas (12-0) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat sixteenth ranked Hurricane (4-9) in Jinotega 84-69. It was a quality performance for Rafael Mendoza who led the winners and scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Yassir Cruz came up with 18 points and 8 rebounds for Hurricane in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the twelfth consecutive win for Brumas. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. Hurricane lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Bonanza and Jass.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 11: San Judas smashed Alcaldia Alma on the road 84-55. UNAN de was destroyed by Tipitapa on its own court 45-79. Caribbean Coast outscored Sur Rivas in Managua 110-82. Sebaco was rolled over UNAN de at home 70-90. Leones were defeated by Bonanza on the opponent's court 73-62. Indigenas were smashed by Tigres in a home game 76-98. Jass lost to Carazo on the road 86-90. Winless Leon unfortunately lost to San Isidro on its own court 86-94. Real Esteli managed to beat Bonanza in a road game 91-88. UNAN de was defeated by Tigres at home 72-75. Caribbean Coast smashed Alcaldia Alma on the opponent's court 61-41. Jaguares destroyed San Isidro in a home game 88-61. Carazo unfortunately lost to UNAN de on the road 59-67. Winless Leon was rolled over Sur Rivas on its own court 75-121. Hurricane was defeated by Sebaco in Matagalpa 81-73. Indigenas were beaten by La Libertad at home 77-87.



Alcaldia Alma - San Judas 55-84

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked San Judas (9-5) crushed 20th ranked Alcaldia Alma (1-14) in Managua 84-55 on Saturday. It was an exceptional evening for the former international point guard Daniel Tenorio (177-1990) who led the winners and scored 16 points and 4 assists. The former international center Rudy Taylor (198-1983) accounted for 9 points and 13 rebounds for the winning side. Jaymar Hodgson came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds and Jhonny Rugama added 18 points respectively for Alcaldia Alma 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. San Judas maintains sixth place with 9-5 record. Alcaldia Alma lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the twentieth position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Alcaldia Alma: R.Jhonny 18+2reb, H.Jaymar 14+13reb, C.Hernandez 5+6reb+5ast, G.Cesar 3+6reb+2ast, R.Randy 3+2reb, H.Delvorth 2+3reb+1ast
San Judas: D.Tenorio 16+3reb+4ast, A.Jonathan 15+4reb+2ast, A.Jared 13+4reb+1ast, R.Taylor 9+13reb+1ast, F.Jefferson 9+2reb+2ast, D.Kenner 7+2reb+1ast

UNAN de M. - Tipitapa 45-79

Very expected game when 14th ranked UNAN de (5-8) was smashed by second ranked Tipitapa (11-1) in Managua 79-45 on Saturday. Tipitapa dominated down low during the game scoring 40 of its points in the paint compared to UNAN de M.'s 18. Tipitapa forced 24 UNAN de turnovers and had a 37-25 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for the former international point guard Romario Ponce (180-1995) who led the winners and scored 22 points. Alfredo Borge (188-1992) accounted for 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Angel Fernandez (-2004) came up with 10 points and 9 rebounds and Handerling Guerrero (-2003) added 12 points respectively for UNAN de 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. The victory was the eleventh consecutive win for Tipitapa. They maintain second place with 11-1 record behind leader Brumas. Loser UNAN de M. keeps the fourteenth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
UNAN de M.: G.Handerling 12+3ast, F.Angel 10+9reb+1ast, M.Elgin 8+5reb+1ast, R.John 4+1reb+2ast, Z.Jeremy 4+4reb+1ast, C.David 2+1reb
Tipitapa: R.Ponce 22+1reb+3ast, A.Borge 15+6reb, S.Franco 11+4reb+3ast, S.Lesly 9+3ast, U.Alejandro 6+9reb, V.Lenin 5+1ast

Sur Rivas - Caribbean Coast 82-110

Very predictable result when thirteenth ranked Caribbean Coast (6-4) rolled over on the road 19th ranked Sur Rivas (2-8) 110-82 on Saturday. Caribbean Coast dominated down low during the game scoring 82 of its points in the paint compared to Sur Rivas' 50. Caribbean Coast forced 19 Sur Rivas turnovers and outrebounded them 51-23 including a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Caribbean Coast looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Sur Rivas' players. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Andy Williams (200-2002) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Guard Marvin Omier (205-1984) accounted for 15 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winning side. Luis Urbina (180-1996) came up with 15 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and guard Luis Palacio (179-1993) added 17 points respectively for Sur Rivas in the defeat. Five Caribbean Coast and four Sur Rivas players scored in double figures. 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 moved-up to tenth place. Loser Sur Rivas keep the nineteenth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Sur Rivas: P.Luis 17+2reb, U.Luis 15+6reb+8ast, U.Areas 11+2reb+2ast, C.Kurlam 11+4reb, A.Nelson 6+2reb, G.Walter 6+1reb+1ast
Caribbean Coast: W.Andy 18+15reb+4ast, M.Jarod 17+8reb+2ast, M.Jose 15+5reb+1ast, M.Omier 15+7reb+7ast, B.Vanchael 15+2reb+4ast, P.Neyton 11+2reb+4ast

Sebaco - UNAN de L. 70-90

Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Sebaco (9-3) was outscored by fourth ranked UNAN de (11-3) in Matagalpa 90-70 on Saturday. UNAN de forced 20 Sebaco turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Walter Diaz (179-1989) who led the winners and scored 30 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international point guard Sharlon Hodgson (183-1994) accounted for 14 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side. The former international guard David Toruno (-1992) came up with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Jose Martinez added 11 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Sebaco in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for UNAN de. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Jaguares. Loser Sebaco dropped to the fifth position with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Sebaco: D.Toruno 22+9reb+4ast, M.Erick 15+5reb+2ast, M.Jose 11+11reb+2ast, S.Pablo 7+5reb, R.Elmer 4, M.Moises 3+9reb+1ast
UNAN de L.: D.Walter 30+7reb+5ast, S.Hodgson 14+7reb+3ast, S.Argels 10+10reb+1ast, U.Kenny 8+6reb, R.Jeter 8+1reb+2ast, H.Milton 5+7reb

Bonanza - Leones 73-62

There was a small surprise when fifteenth ranked Bonanza (4-9) defeated their close opponent Leones (4-8) in Puerto Cabezas 73-62 on Saturday. Bonanza outrebounded Leones 47-30 including a 22-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Bonanza looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Leones' players. It was an exceptional evening for forward Norvin Mairena who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Point guard Richard Mairena accounted for 5 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side. Forward Webeans Moody (-2001) came up with 18 points and 5 rebounds and Caleb Lara (-2006) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Leones in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Despite that victory Bonanza went down to sixteenth position due to points difference, which they share with Jass and Hurricane. Leones lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifteenth place with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
Leones: M.Webeans 18+5reb+3ast, L.Caleb 15+5reb, R.Josef 12+2reb+1ast, L.Darwell 8+4reb+2ast, D.Kevin 5+1reb, D.Lindell 2+6reb+1ast
Bonanza: M.Norvin 20+12reb+5ast, S.Rommel 8+5reb, C.Luis 7+1reb+1ast, H.Esau 7+5reb, F.Jose 7+5reb+1ast, T.William 6+2reb+2ast

Indigenas - Tigres 76-98

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Indigenas (6-7) were outleveled by eighth ranked Tigres (8-6) in Matagalpa 98-76 on Saturday. Tigres dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Indigenas' 46. Tigres had a 31-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for Puerto Rican swingman Hector Rodriguez (-2005) who led the winners and scored 9 points, 13 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals. Wilson Batista accounted for 20 points for the winning side. Four Tigres players scored in double figures. Johnston Huerta (-2001) came up with 15 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Byron Castillo (190-1979) added 17 points respectively for Indigenas 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. The victory was the third consecutive win for Tigres. They maintain eighth place with 8-6 record. Loser Indigenas keep the eleventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Carazo.
Top scorers:
Indigenas: B.Castillo 17+3reb+1ast, H.Johnston 15+6reb+2ast, M.Franklin 10+7reb, M.Engel 7+4reb, M.Norberto 6+1ast, B.Francisco 6+8reb+2ast
Tigres: B.Wilson 20+2reb+3ast, G.Luis 18+6reb, A.Hubert 16+2reb, M.Jose 15+3reb+3ast, R.Hector 9+13reb+9ast, L.Reyes Rodrigo 8+8reb+1ast

Brumas - Hurricane 84-69

TBN top team - Brumas (12-0) managed to deliver another win on Saturday. This time they beat sixteenth ranked Hurricane (4-9) in Jinotega 84-69. Brumas dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Hurricane's 28. It was a quality performance for the former international guard Rafael Mendoza (171-2001) who led the winners and scored 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international Dalton Cacho (200-1993) accounted for 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Four Brumas players scored in double figures. Guard Yassir Cruz (-1999) came up with 18 points and 8 rebounds and Jose Arce added 13 points respectively for Hurricane in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the twelfth consecutive win for Brumas. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. Hurricane lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Bonanza and Jass.
Top scorers:
Hurricane: C.Yassir 18+8reb+2ast, A.Jose 13+3reb+1ast, T.Kenrick 13, B.Yeybiligan 8+2reb+1ast, F.Christian 8+1reb, M.Victor 6+5reb
Brumas: M.Rafael 17+5reb+6ast, H.Juan 16+5reb+2ast, D.Cacho 14+7reb+4ast, M.Arnulfo 10+3reb+3ast, H.Engels 6+3reb+1ast, D.Cacho 6+4reb+1ast

La Libertad - Jaguares 82-81

Important game to mention about took place in Juigalpa. Seventh ranked La Libertad (8-4) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 3rd placed Jaguares (11-3) 82-81 on Saturday evening. It was a great evening for Marvin Delgadillo who led his team to a victory scoring 24 points and 9 rebounds. Erling Lopez (-1994) helped adding 13 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists. Amaru Granja responded with 20 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Mario Garcia (182-2000) scored 17 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Jaguares' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total fourteen players in this game, but that didn't help. La Libertad maintains seventh place with 8-4 record. Jaguares at the other side keep the third position with three games lost. They share it with UNAN de.
Top scorers:
Jaguares: G.Amaru 20+5reb+1ast, M.Garcia 17+3reb+2ast, M.Herman 13+5reb+1ast, T.Watson 13+5reb+3ast, S.Rodrigo 6+5reb+6ast, C.Harry 5+4reb+1ast
La Libertad: D.Marvin 24+9reb+2ast, L.Yeri 22+5reb+4ast, L.Erling 13+11reb+8ast, L.Kevin 11+3reb+2ast, S.Castaneda 5+4reb, R.Eliezer 3

Carazo - Jass 90-86

No shocking result in a game when tenth ranked Carazo (6-7) beat 17th ranked Jass (4-9) in Jinotepe 90-86 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Carazo looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for the former international guard Armando Martinez (190-1988) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 8 rebounds and 11 assists. Point guard Adonis Garcia (-2000) accounted for 18 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Carazo's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. Sergio Tenorio came up with 26 points and 7 rebounds and Michael Lampson added 14 points and 14 rebounds respectively for Jass in the defeat. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Despite that victory Carazo went down to eleventh position due to points difference, which they share with Indigenas. Jass lost their sixth game in a row. They dropped to the sixteenth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Bonanza and Hurricane.
Top scorers:
Jass: T.Sergio 26+7reb+1ast, D.Gabriel 15+3reb+3ast, J.Serrano 14+4reb+10ast, L.Michael 14+14reb+3ast, R.Sanchez 10+5reb+3ast, R.Brandon 5+2reb+4ast
Carazo: J.Luis 19+1reb+6ast, G.Adonis 18+13reb+4ast, A.Martinez 17+8reb+11ast, J.Rocnelee 15+3reb, C.Carlos 13+6reb, R.Samuel 4+4reb

Leon - San Isidro 86-94

Very expected game when bottom-ranked Leon (0-14) lost at home to twelfth ranked San Isidro (6-8) 94-86 on Saturday. San Isidro forced 21 Leon turnovers and outrebounded them 52-33 including a 18-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Dwight Real (-1997) who led the winners and scored 34 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Center Danny Gomez (193-1984) accounted for 13 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Four San Isidro players scored in double figures. Carlos Valdivia came up with a double-double by scoring 35 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds and Australian guard Joel Wagner (181-1987) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Leon in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory San Isidro went down to thirteenth position due to points difference. Leon lost their fourteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Leon: V.Carlos 35+11reb+3ast, J.Wagner 17+5reb+3ast, C.Julio 10+1reb+6ast, L.Kendrix 8+6reb, V.Ronaldo 6+4reb+1ast, M.Wiron 4+1reb
San Isidro: R.Dwight 34+9reb+5ast, E.Rojas 14+7reb+3ast, D.Gomez 13+14reb+4ast, V.Max 10+1reb, R.Erick 9+10reb+1ast, C.Alberth 6+2reb

Bonanza - Real Esteli 88-91

Very predictable result when ninth ranked Real Esteli (7-4) edged 15th ranked Bonanza (4-9) in Puerto Cabezas 91-88 on Sunday. It was an exceptional evening for the former international power forward Jensen Campbell (198-1998) who led the winners and scored 26 points and 8 rebounds. The former international forward Deo Downs (-2006) accounted for 22 points and 10 assists for the winning side. Forward Norvin Mairena came up with 34 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds and Rommel Solorzano added 22 points and 10 rebounds (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field) respectively for Bonanza in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Real Esteli. They maintain ninth place with 7-4 record. Loser Bonanza dropped to the sixteenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Jass and Hurricane.
Top scorers:
Bonanza: M.Norvin 34+6reb+2ast, S.Rommel 22+10reb+2ast, T.William 10+8reb+1ast, M.Richard 9+4reb+1ast, F.Jose 7+6reb+1ast, C.Luis 3+2reb+1ast
Real Esteli: J.Campbell 26+8reb+3ast, D.Deo 22+4reb+10ast, R.Axel 13+1reb, T.Nishon 8+6reb+1ast, G.Kevin 7+3reb+2ast, P.Andy 7+5reb+1ast

UNAN de M. - Tigres 72-75

Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked UNAN de (5-8) was edged by eighth ranked Tigres (8-6) in Managua 75-72 on Sunday. Tigres forced 31 UNAN de turnovers and had a 22-10 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for Hubert Acosta who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Wilson Batista accounted for 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Handerling Guerrero (-2003) came up with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists and Angel Fernandez (-2004) added 11 points, 14 rebounds and 5 blocks respectively for UNAN de in the defeat. Four UNAN de players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Tigres. They maintain eighth place with 8-6 record. Loser UNAN de M. keeps the fourteenth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
UNAN de M.: C.Elli 14+7reb, G.Handerling 14+8reb+8ast, F.Angel 11+14reb+2ast, M.Elgin 11+1reb, C.Gabriel 8+4reb, M.Joel 7+3reb
Tigres: B.Wilson 18+5reb+1ast, M.Jose 14+8reb+1ast, A.Hubert 13+10reb+1ast, L.Jorge 13+1ast, G.Luis 6+4reb+5ast, G.Luis 5+10reb+1ast

Alcaldia Alma - Caribbean Coast 41-61

Everything went according to plan when thirteenth ranked Caribbean Coast (6-4) outplayed 20th ranked Alcaldia Alma (1-14) in Managua 61-41 on Sunday. Caribbean Coast held Alcaldia Alma to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 33.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Caribbean Coast forced 24 Alcaldia Alma turnovers and outrebounded them 51-37 including 18 on the offensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Andy Williams (200-2002) who led the winners and scored 16 points and 7 rebounds. International forward Troy Andrews (196-2000) accounted for 6 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Cesar Guerrero came up with 8 points and 7 rebounds and Eliezer Lopez added 4 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Alcaldia Alma in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Caribbean Coast. They moved-up to tenth place. Alcaldia Alma lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the twentieth position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Alcaldia Alma: G.Cesar 8+7reb+2ast, S.David 5+3reb, C.Hernandez 5+2ast, H.Sheiron 5+6reb+1ast, R.Jhonny 5+1reb, H.Delvorth 4+6reb+2ast
Caribbean Coast: W.Andy 16+7reb, M.Jarod 8+6reb+1ast, P.Danny 7+1reb, P.Neyton 7+3reb+1ast, A.Troy 6+10reb+5ast, M.Omier 6+7reb+5ast

Jaguares - San Isidro 88-61

There was no surprise when 12th ranked San Isidro (6-8) was outleveled by third ranked Jaguares (11-3) in Managua 88-61 on Sunday. Jaguares dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to San Isidro's 32. Jaguares forced 19 San Isidro turnovers and outrebounded them 45-32 including 16 on the offensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for the former international Troy Watson (197-1982) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Herman Mullins (-2003) accounted for 14 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Five Jaguares players scored in double figures. The former international Dwight Real (-1997) came up with 24 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and Alberth Centeno added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for San Isidro in the defeat. Jaguares maintains third place with 11-3 record behind leader Brumas, which they share with UNAN de. Loser San Isidro dropped to the thirteenth position with eight games lost.
Top scorers:
San Isidro: R.Dwight 24+8reb+7ast, C.Alberth 10+5reb+1ast, V.Max 10+3reb, R.Ronmel 7+3reb+1ast, R.Erick 6+5reb+3ast, D.Gomez 2+6reb+6ast
Jaguares: M.Herman 14+9reb+1ast, T.Watson 13+12reb+3ast, J.Alejandro 13+7reb, C.Daniel 10+4reb+2ast, S.Rodrigo 10+3reb+4ast, G.Amaru 10+2reb+5ast

Brumas - Tipitapa 79-69

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Tipitapa (11-1) in Jinotega on Sunday night. Visitors were defeated by Brumas (12-0) 79-69. It ended at the same time the 11-game winning streak of Tipitapa. It was a key game for the top position in the league. 27 personal fouls committed by Tipitapa helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The former international Dalton Cacho (200-1993) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international guard Rafael Mendoza (171-2001) contributed with 15 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international center Roger Munoz (208-1984, college: Trinity Valley) answered with a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds and Alfredo Borge (188-1992) added 13 points in the effort for Tipitapa. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Brumas have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. Tipitapa at the other side keeps the second position with one game lost.
Top scorers:
Tipitapa: A.Borge 13+4reb+2ast, R.Ponce 12+2reb+3ast, R.Munoz 10+13reb, A.Kevin 6+5reb+1ast, R.Oscar 6+6reb, W.Darren 4+4reb+3ast
Brumas: D.Cacho 19+19reb+4ast, M.Rafael 15+6reb+3ast, H.Juan 9+6reb+2ast, L.Martinez 9+8reb+1ast, H.Engels 9+4reb+1ast, D.Cacho 6+2reb

UNAN de L. - Carazo 67-59

No shocking result in a game when fourth ranked UNAN de (11-3) beat 10th ranked Carazo (6-7) in Leon 67-59 on Sunday. UNAN de dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Carazo's 20. UNAN de forced 20 Carazo turnovers and outrebounded them 52-40 including 16 on the offensive glass. It was an exceptional evening for the former international guard Vansdell Thomas (185-1986) who led the winners and scored 17 points, 5 assists and 5 steals. The former international Walter Diaz (179-1989) accounted for 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. UNAN de L.'s coach used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. The former international guard Armando Martinez (190-1988) came up with 17 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and Luis Jarquin (-1994) added 23 points respectively for Carazo in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for UNAN de. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Jaguares. Loser Carazo dropped to the eleventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Indigenas.
Top scorers:
Carazo: J.Luis 23+4reb+3ast, A.Martinez 17+6reb+8ast, J.Rocnelee 7+10reb, G.Adonis 6+15reb+1ast, B.Jose 4+1reb, S.Francisco 2+2reb
UNAN de L.: V.Thomas 17+4reb+5ast, D.Walter 16+6reb+4ast, E.Kelvin 11+7reb+1ast, S.Hodgson 9+3reb+2ast, H.Milton 7+10reb+3ast, C.Roberto 3+7reb+2ast

Leon - Sur Rivas 75-121

Rather expected game when bottom-ranked Leon (0-14) was smashed at home by nineteenth ranked Sur Rivas (2-8) 121-75 on Sunday. Sur Rivas forced 30 Leon turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for Luis Urbina (180-1996) who led the winners and scored 24 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. Guard Luis Palacio (179-1993) accounted for 25 points for the winning side. Five Sur Rivas players scored in double figures. Carlos Valdivia came up with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds and Reynaldo Melendez added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Leon 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. Sur Rivas maintains nineteenth place with 2-8 record. Leon lost their fourteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Leon: V.Carlos 31+10reb+1ast, M.Reynaldo 11+8reb+2ast, R.Jeffrey 10+2reb+1ast, R.Talal 9+6reb+2ast, M.Wiron 4+3reb+1ast, V.Denis 3+1reb+1ast
Sur Rivas: P.Luis 25+1reb+2ast, U.Luis 24+5reb+4ast, A.Nelson 19+5reb+4ast, P.Geovanny 12+8reb+2ast, M.Juan 12+2reb, U.Areas 10+4reb+3ast

Sebaco - Hurricane 81-73

Very predictable result when sixth ranked Sebaco (9-3) won against 16th ranked Hurricane (4-9) in Matagalpa 81-73 on Sunday. Sebaco dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Hurricane's 34. Sebaco forced 19 Hurricane turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for the former international guard David Toruno (-1992) who led the winners and scored 21 points and 9 rebounds. Jeedlaff Zeledon accounted for 12 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. Four Sebaco players scored in double figures. Guard Yassir Cruz (-1999) came up with 21 points and 5 assists and Jose Arce added 20 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Hurricane in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Sebaco moved-up to fifth place. Hurricane lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with nine games lost. They share it with Bonanza and Jass.
Top scorers:
Hurricane: C.Yassir 21+3reb+5ast, A.Jose 20+7reb+1ast, C.Darwing 8+1reb, P.Hans 8+9reb+1ast, M.Victor 4+9reb, F.Christian 4+2reb
Sebaco: D.Toruno 21+9reb, Z.Jeedlaff 12+9reb+2ast, S.Pablo 12+1reb, M.Jose 10+8reb+1ast, R.Elmer 7+2reb+2ast, M.Erick 7+1reb+3ast

Indigenas - La Libertad 77-87

Not a big story in a game when 11th ranked Indigenas (6-7) lost to seventh ranked La Libertad (8-4) in Matagalpa 77-87 on Sunday. La Libertad outrebounded Indigenas 44-27 including a 32-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. La Libertad looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was an exceptional evening for Erling Lopez (-1994) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists. Forward Sydney Castaneda (187) accounted for 15 points and 17 rebounds for the winning side. Swingman Byron Castillo (190-1979) came up with 24 points and guard Elio Calero (-2007) added 19 points respectively for Indigenas in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Indigenas' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. La Libertad maintains seventh place with 8-4 record. Loser Indigenas keep the eleventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Carazo.
Top scorers:
Indigenas: B.Castillo 24+4reb+2ast, C.Elio 19+1reb+3ast, H.Johnston 12+2reb+3ast, M.Franklin 10+10reb+3ast, M.Engel 6+1reb+1ast, G.Pedro 3+2reb+1ast
La Libertad: L.Erling 27+12reb+5ast, L.Yeri 18+3reb+5ast, S.Castaneda 15+17reb+3ast, D.Marvin 12+6reb, L.Roberto 6+2reb+6ast, M.Miguel 4+2reb+2ast