BSN Round 31 (Regular Season): Leader Arecibo loses to Mayaguez

The Regular Season in BSN just ended. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

Top ranked Capitanes (22-11) recorded its eleventh loss in Mayaguez on Monday night. Visitors were rolled over by fifth ranked Indios (15-18) 101-67. Mayaguez made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Mayaguez outrebounded Arecibo 41-29 including a 31-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mayaguez looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Arecibo's players. American forward Cameron McGriff (201-1997, college: OK State) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Luis Lopez (182-1998, college: PR-Mayaguez) chipped in 22 points and 5 assists. Naturalized Mexican Jorge Torres (196-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists 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. Mayaguez moved-up to third place, which they share with Ponce and Aguada. Arecibo at the other side still keeps top position with 11 games lost.
Important game to mention about took place in Santurce. First ranked Mets (20-12) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Cangrejeros (17-16) 102-99 on Saturday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Jordanian power forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (201-1995, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Jaysean Paige contributed with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Mets' coach Jose Juan Barea allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American center Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) answered with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 19 rebounds for Santurce. Guaynabo maintains first place with 20-12 record. Santurce at the other side keeps the fifth position with 16 games lost.
A very close game took place in Juana Diaz between Leones and Cangrejeros. Fifth ranked Leones (15-18) got a very close home victory over their close opponent Cangrejeros (17-16). Leones managed to escape with a 2-point win 92-90 on Monday evening. It was a great evening for Jordan Bell who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 14 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 blocks. At the losing side Angel Rodriguez responded with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Ponce moved-up to third place, which they share with Aguada and Mayaguez. Loser Cangrejeros keeps the fifth position with 16 games lost.

Other games of round 31 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Manati defeated Caguas in a road game 80-76. Aguada was beaten by Caguas at home 84-88. Carolina won against Ponce on the opponent's court 98-92. Quebradillas managed to outperform San German in a home game 118-109. Mayaguez was rolled over Bayamon on the road 104-84.
The best stats of 31th round was 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by Kristian Doolittle of Bayamon.



Caguas - Manati 76-80

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Caguas where 4th placed Criollos (18-14) were defeated by fifth ranked Osos (18-16) 80-76 on Friday. Manati made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for American point guard Norris Cole (188-1988, college: CSU) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 7 rebounds and 14 assists. His fellow American import forward Jamil Wilson (201-1990, college: Marquette) helped adding 16 points and 13 rebounds. At the losing side American point guard Travis Trice II (183-1993, college: Michigan St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists and the former international Devon Collier (203-1991, college: Oregon St.) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Osos have an impressive series of five victories in a row. Manati moved-up to fourth place. Loser Criollos dropped to the third position with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Manati: N.Cole 17+7reb+14ast, J.Wilson 16+13reb+1ast, C.Diallo 14+5reb, I.Sosa 11+1reb+3ast, A.Dawkins 8+1reb+1ast, T.Davis 5+5reb+1ast
Caguas: A.Mitchell 16+9reb+1ast, C.Pizarro 14+5reb+6ast, T.Trice II 14+5reb+11ast, D.Collier 14+12reb+2ast, M.Hargis 9+6reb, A.Kappos 7+5reb

Santurce - Guaynabo 99-102

Important game to mention about took place in Santurce. First ranked Mets (20-12) saved a 3-point victory on the road edging 5th ranked Cangrejeros (17-16) 102-99 on Saturday evening. Worth to mention a great performance of American-Jordanian power forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (201-1995, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international Jaysean Paige (188-1994, college: WVU) contributed with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. Mets' coach Jose Juan Barea allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. American center Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) answered with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 19 rebounds and the former international forward Angel Matias (194-1992, college: Georgia South) added 23 points in the effort for Santurce. Five Guaynabo and four Santurce players scored in double figures. Guaynabo maintains first place with 20-12 record. Santurce at the other side keeps the fifth position with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Guaynabo: R.Hollis-Jefferson 30+5reb+4ast, J.Paige 19+7reb+8ast, B.Santiago 17+2reb+1ast, J.Meyinsse 16+14reb+2ast, G.York 11+4reb+4ast, J.Miranda 5+5reb
Santurce: A.Matias 23+4reb+1ast, J.Sullinger 22+19reb+3ast, A.Rodriguez 22+3reb+3ast, E.Maldonado 17+1reb+5ast, E.Andujar 7+4reb+6ast, J.Martinez 4+2reb

Aguada - Caguas 84-88

There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Criollos (18-14) defeated on the road much higher ranked Aguada (15-18) 88-84 on Sunday. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for point guard Travis Trice II (183-1993, college: Michigan St.) who led his team to a victory scoring 18 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Forward Louis King (201-1999, college: Oregon) helped adding 23 points and 6 rebounds. Five Criollos players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Sheldon Mac (196-1992, college: Miami, FL, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 26 points and 6 rebounds and swingman Manny Camper (201-1999, college: Siena) scored 14 points and 7 rebounds. Caguas moved-up to third place which they share with defeated Aguada. Loser Aguada dropped to the third position with 18 games lost. They share it with Ponce and Mayaguez.
Top scorers:
Caguas: L.King 23+6reb+1ast, T.Trice II 18+6reb+9ast, A.Mitchell 13+11reb+3ast, C.Pizarro 11+2ast, D.Collier 10+8reb+3ast, M.Hargis 6+2reb
Aguada: S.Mac 26+6reb+1ast, I.Gandia-Rosa 14+3reb+4ast, M.Camper 14+7reb+1ast, J.Meeks 10+3reb, T.Parker-Rivera 8+9reb+4ast, G.Whittington 7+5reb+2ast

Ponce - Carolina 92-98

Rather expected game in Juana Diaz where 5th ranked Leones (15-18) were defeated by second ranked Gigantes (19-14) 98-92 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American Brandon Goodwin (188-1995, college: FGCU) who led his team to a victory scoring 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The former international Ismael Cruz (190-2000, college: Indian Hills) helped adding 15 points and 5 assists (made all of his seven free throws). At the losing side the former international point guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) responded with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Louis King (201-1999, college: Oregon) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Ponce players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Defending champion maintains second place with 19-14 record having just three points less than leader Guaynabo. Loser Leones dropped to the third position with 18 games lost. They share it with Aguada and Mayaguez.
Top scorers:
Carolina: B.Goodwin 34+5reb+5ast, I.Cruz 15+1reb+5ast, S.James Jr. 11+6reb, J.Rosario 8+1reb+2ast, A.Franklin 7+6reb+1ast, Q.Weatherspoon 7
Ponce: J.De Jesus 27+5reb+5ast, B.Jordan 20+11reb+4ast, J.Ruiz 14+4reb+1ast, B.Allen 14+10reb+8ast, J.Murphy 8+2reb, C.Negron 7+3reb+1ast

Quebradillas - San German 118-109

Rather predictable result in Quebradillas where third ranked Piratas (16-18) beat 6th ranked Atleticos (13-20) 118-109 on Sunday. Quebradillas made 23-of-28 free shots (82.1 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for DR Congolese point guard Emmanuel Mudiay (196-1996) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 15 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!). American center Tai Odiase (206-1995, college: UIC) helped adding 33 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds. At the losing side American point guard Nate Mason (188-1995, college: Minnesota) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 9 rebounds and 14 assists and Australian swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) scored 36 points (!!!). Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Atleticos' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Quebradillas moved-up to second place. Loser Atleticos keeps the sixth position with 20 games lost.
Top scorers:
Quebradillas: E.Mudiay 36+6reb+15ast, T.Odiase 33+13reb+1ast, E.Griffin 16+4reb+1ast, P.Wheeler 13+7reb+1ast, P.Stoll 10+3reb+6ast, C.Emory 7+2reb
San German: M.Creek 36+3reb+1ast, E.Ayala 18+2reb+2ast, N.Mason 18+9reb+14ast, J.Erazo 12+8reb, T.Fernandez 12+2reb+4ast, A.Gordon 5+2reb

Ponce - Santurce 92-90

A very close game took place in Juana Diaz between Leones and Cangrejeros. Fifth ranked Leones (15-18) got a very close home victory over their close opponent Cangrejeros (17-16). Leones managed to escape with a 2-point win 92-90 on Monday evening. Ponce made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Ponce made 8 blocks. It was a great evening for who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 14 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 blocks. American guard Bryon Allen (192-1992, college: GMU) helped adding 27 points. At the losing side forward Angel Rodriguez (193-1992, college: PR-Bayamon) responded with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and American center Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Five Santurce players scored in double figures. Ponce moved-up to third place, which they share with Aguada and Mayaguez. Loser Cangrejeros keeps the fifth position with 16 games lost.
Top scorers:
Ponce: B.Allen 27+1reb+1ast, B.Jordan 21+14reb+6ast, J.Murphy 14+5reb, J.De Jesus 9+3reb+2ast, R.Alkins 8+1reb+1ast, J.Ruiz 7+3reb+4ast
Santurce: A.Rodriguez 20+8reb+5ast, W.Barton 19+4reb+2ast, J.Sullinger 16+10reb, J.Martinez 15+5reb+1ast, A.Matias 12+3reb+3ast, E.Andujar 4+3ast

Mayaguez - Arecibo 101-67

Top ranked Capitanes (22-11) recorded its eleventh loss in Mayaguez on Monday night. Visitors were rolled over by fifth ranked Indios (15-18) 101-67. Mayaguez made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Mayaguez outrebounded Arecibo 41-29 including a 31-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mayaguez looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Arecibo's players. American forward Cameron McGriff (201-1997, college: OK State) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Luis Lopez (182-1998, college: PR-Mayaguez) chipped in 22 points and 5 assists. Four Indios players scored in double figures. Naturalized Mexican Jorge Torres (196-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international forward Derek Reese (203-1993, college: Tennessee) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively 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. Mayaguez moved-up to third place, which they share with Ponce and Aguada. Arecibo at the other side still keeps top position with 11 games lost.
Top scorers:
Mayaguez: L.Lopez 22+2reb+5ast, M.Young 19+7reb+1ast, C.McGriff 17+10reb+3ast, J.Pacheco 10+8ast, J.Early Jr. 9+4reb+1ast, J.Heredia 6+2reb
Arecibo: J.Torres 18+12reb+5ast, G.Diaz 10+2reb+3ast, D.Reese 10+7reb+1ast, J.Colon-Navarro 8+2ast, J.Pineiro 7+4reb, B.Davis 5+1reb+3ast

Bayamon - Mayaguez 104-84

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Bayamon where 5th ranked Indios (15-18) were outplayed by sixth ranked Vaqueros (10-23) 104-84 on Saturday. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for forward Kristian Doolittle (201-1997, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) who led his team to a victory scoring 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Kyle Rose (193-2000, college: Fordham) helped adding 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side forward Cameron McGriff (201-1997, college: OK State) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds and Michael Young (206-1994, college: Pittsburgh) scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Bayamon and five Mayaguez players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bayamon maintains sixth place with 10-23 record. Mayaguez lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the third position with 18 games lost. They share it with Ponce and Aguada.
Top scorers:
Bayamon: K.Doolittle 27+8reb+4ast, K.Rose 22+7reb+4ast, B.Gonzalez 20+5reb, E.Crawford 12+4reb, D.Treacy 8+1ast, C.Onuaku 5+4reb+7ast
Mayaguez: M.Young 20+6reb+5ast, C.McGriff 19+14reb, J.Pacheco 13+2reb+2ast, M.Lee 11+2reb+4ast, L.Lopez 11+2reb+1ast, J.Matos 10+3reb+2ast