LNB Round 4 (Regular Season): Felix Perez is defeated by San Jose in a derby game

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Asuncion: San Jose (#3) and Felix Perez (#4). Felix Perez was defeated at home 56-62 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Raven Barber (206-1991, college: Mt.St.Mary's) who helped to win the game recording 9 points and 11 rebounds and Argentinian forward Sebastian Picton (197-1992) who added 9 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. San Jose's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Argentinian Fabio Gauto (190-2002) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds. San Jose have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Olimpia K. Felix Perez at the other side dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. San Jose's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Colonias.
Amambay has registered their first victory this season after three consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Luqueno (0-3) 81-45. The winners were led by Brazilian guard Osmar Ventura (190-2004) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and Victor Da Costa supported him with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Even 13 points and 4 steals by Argentinian point guard Santiago Peralta (183-2000) did not help to save the game for Luqueno. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. It was the only win of host team this round and in all other games visitors recorded victories. Amambay (1-3) left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Campo Alto. It was Luqueno's third loss in a row. They still close the standings with three games lost. Amambay will play against higher ranked San Alfonso (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Luqueno will play against Ciudad N. (#9) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top-ranked Olimpia K. blasted bottom-ranked Ciudad N. (0-4) in Asuncion 91-62 on Monday evening keeping the perfect record after 4 rounds. Ciudad N. is still unable to win any game. Jeremiah Wood fired 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Elias Martinez produced 14 points and 6 steals for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Olimpia K. have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion (4-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with San Jose. Loser Ciudad N. still closes the standings with four games lost. Olimpia K.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Felix Perez.

In the last game of round 4 San Alfonso won against Campo Alto on the opponent's court 72-64.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 11 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals by Maxsuel Roque of San Alfonso.



Felix Perez - San Jose 56-62

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Asuncion: San Jose (#3) and Felix Perez (#4). Felix Perez was defeated at home 56-62 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Raven Barber (206-1991, college: Mt.St.Mary's) who helped to win the game recording 9 points and 11 rebounds and Argentinian forward Sebastian Picton (197-1992) who added 9 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. San Jose's coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Argentinian Fabio Gauto (190-2002) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds and the former international forward Adolfo Lopez (199-1989) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. San Jose have a solid four-game winning streak. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Olimpia K. Felix Perez at the other side dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. San Jose's supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Colonias.
Top scorers:
Felix Perez: F.Gauto 15+6reb+3ast, A.Lopez 10+11reb+1ast, A.Cardenas 8, N.Peralta 7+9reb, H.Alvarez 7+3reb+1ast, L.Ferreira 4+1reb
San Jose: G.Peralta 11+3reb, R.Barber 9+11reb+1ast, S.Picton 9+5reb+3ast, F.Benitez 7+6reb+2ast, G.Aliende 7+3ast, F.Dose 6+3reb+1ast

Ciudad N. - Olimpia K. 62-91

Top-ranked Olimpia K. blasted bottom-ranked Ciudad N. (0-4) in Asuncion 91-62 on Monday evening keeping the perfect record after 4 rounds. Ciudad N. is still unable to win any game. Olimpia K. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Ciudad N.'s 18. Olimpia K. forced 23 Ciudad N. turnovers and outrebounded them 40-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. Olimpia K. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Ciudad N.'s players. American power forward Jeremiah Wood (201-1985) fired 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Argentinian forward Tobias Gomez chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Olimpia K. players scored in double figures. Elias Martinez produced 14 points and 6 steals and Diego Ortega added 13 points respectively for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Olimpia K. have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion (4-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with San Jose. Loser Ciudad N. still closes the standings with four games lost. Olimpia K.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Asuncion Felix Perez.
Top scorers:
Ciudad N.: E.Martinez 14+4reb+3ast, D.Ortega 13+3reb+1ast, T.Martinez 12+1ast, M.Martinez 8+5reb, G.Girett 6+1reb, N.Peralta 5+5reb+4ast
Olimpia K.: J.Wood 17+8reb+4ast, C.Hinkle 17+4reb+2ast, J.Martinez 13+2reb+3ast, T.Gomez 10+8reb+6ast, P.Espinoza 9+5reb+2ast, A.Talavera 9+2reb+2ast

Amambay - Luqueno 81-45

Amambay has registered their first victory this season after three consecutive losses. They used home court advantage to defeat Luqueno (0-3) 81-45. Amambay forced 20 Luqueno turnovers and outrebounded them 54-24 including a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. The winners were led by Brazilian guard Osmar Ventura (190-2004) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and Victor Da Costa supported him with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Even 13 points and 4 steals by Argentinian point guard Santiago Peralta (183-2000) did not help to save the game for Luqueno. Nahuel Escala added 7 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. It was the only win of host team this round and in all other games visitors recorded victories. Amambay (1-3) left bottom position moving up to sixth place, which they share with Campo Alto. It was Luqueno's third loss in a row. They still close the standings with three games lost. Amambay will play against higher ranked San Alfonso (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Luqueno will play against Ciudad N. (#9) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Luqueno: S.Peralta 13+2reb+3ast, N.Escala 7+3reb, L.Sosa 7, F.Arca 4+1ast, J.Zaracho 4+1reb, D.Ferro 3+6reb+1ast
Amambay: O.Ventura 23+13reb+2ast, V.Da Costa 15+11reb, H.Ramos 14+4reb+8ast, V.Trindade 7+8reb+2ast, G.Riveiro 6+8reb+1ast, D.Paulo 6+1ast

Campo Alto - San Alfonso 64-72

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Campo Alto's (1-3) home loss to fourth ranked San Alfonso (2-1) 64-72 on Monday. The former international Maxsuel Roque fired a double-double by scoring 11 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals for the winners. Alejandro Acosta chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Karl Godans (190) produced a double-double by scoring 27 points and 10 rebounds and the former international center Guillermo Araujo (204-1982) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. San Alfonso maintains fourth position with 2-1 record. Newly promoted Campo Alto dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. They share the position with Amambay. San Alfonso will meet at home Amambay (#6) in the next round. Campo Alto will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Campo Alto: K.Godans 27+10reb+1ast, G.Araujo 13+8reb+2ast, J.Marti 10+3reb+2ast, G.Girett 9+3reb+2ast, J.Arguello 5+10reb+1ast, P.Caballero 0+2reb
San Alfonso: A.Acosta 22+5reb+3ast, D.Holloway 20+7reb+1ast, M.Roque 11+15reb+5ast, H.Leiva 8+3reb+4ast, A.Penzkofer 4, S.Moura 4+10reb