BSN Round 4 (Regular Season): Santurce keep a leadership position

There were just four rounds played in Regular Season of BSN and we can clearly see which teams will fight for top positions and which will try to avoid bottom places. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Cangrejeros as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Cangrejeros defeated their close opponent Mets in Santurce 102-90. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Santurce had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Angel Matias (194-1992, college: Georgia South) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 9 rebounds. American center Thomas Robinson (203-1991, college: Kansas) contributed with 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American guard Bryce Cotton (182-1992, college: Providence, agency: Pensack Sports) replied with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for Guaynabo. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Guaynabo at the other side dropped to the third place with two games lost. They share the position with Arecibo and Carolina. Guaynabo will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Santurce will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Ponce in Juana Diaz.
Undefeated Vaqueros (3-1) recorded its first loss in Bayamon. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Gigantes (3-2) 81-73. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Vaqueros. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kobi Simmons (196-1997, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 7 rebounds and Jesus Cruz who added 17 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Italian forward Danilo Gallinari (208-1988) responded with 27 points and 6 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gigantes have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to third place, which they share with Arecibo and Guaynabo. Bayamon at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with Quebradillas. Carolina will play against Aguada (#6) at home in the next round. Bayamon will play against Manati (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in San German between Indios and Atleticos. First ranked Indios (4-2) got a very close victory on the road over 4th ranked Atleticos (1-3). Indios managed to escape with a 3-point win 97-94 on Thursday evening. The winners were led by Tyrell Harrison who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds. Even 13 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by Andre Curbelo did not help to save the game for San German. Indios have a solid three-game winning streak. Mayaguez maintains first position with 4-2 record. Loser Atleticos keeps the fourth place with three games lost. Mayaguez will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. San German will play against Arecibo (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games in round 4 were not that significant. Manati was beaten by Arecibo on the road 95-90. Winless Aguada lost to Arecibo on its own court 93-97. Winless Ponce unfortunately lost to Santurce in a road game 86-92. Mayaguez lost to defending champion Carolina at home 72-108.
The most impressive performance of 4th round was 16 points and 5 assists by Kristian Doolittle of Carolina.



Arecibo - Manati 95-90

There was a small surprise when third ranked Capitanes (3-2) beat their close opponent Osos (2-2) in Arecibo 95-90 on Thursday. The winners were led by Australian center Jonah Bolden (208-1996, college: UCLA) who scored that evening 18 points and 5 rebounds and the former international Wilfredo Rodriguez (198-1994, college: Binghamton) supported him with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Even 21 points and 6 assists by American point guard Norris Cole (188-1988, college: CSU) did not help to save the game for Manati. The former international Ismael Cruz (190-2000, college: Indian Hills) added 21 points and 5 assists for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Arecibo maintains third position with 3-2 record behind leader Mayaguez, which they share with Guaynabo and Carolina. Loser Osos dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. Arecibo will meet San German (#4) on the road in the next round. Manati will play against the league's second-placed Bayamon and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Manati: N.Cole 21+2reb+6ast, I.Cruz 21+3reb+5ast, C.Diallo 14+13reb+1ast, M.Bruesewitz 13+2reb+3ast, C.Duran 8+2reb+2ast, C.Ortiz 7+6reb
Arecibo: J.Bolden 18+5reb+1ast, W.Rodriguez 15+6reb+3ast, P.Jackson 15+5reb+3ast, V.Liz 13+3reb+2ast, D.Hernandez 11+4reb+1ast, J.Rodriguez 9+9reb+5ast

San German - Mayaguez 94-97

A very close game took place in San German between Indios and Atleticos. First ranked Indios (4-2) got a very close victory on the road over 4th ranked Atleticos (1-3). Indios managed to escape with a 3-point win 97-94 on Thursday evening. Mayaguez looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by New Zealand center Tyrell Harrison (214-1999) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and New Zealand forward Samuel Waardenburg (208-1999, college: Miami, FL) supported him with 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 13 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists by guard Andre Curbelo (183-2001, college: Southern Miss) did not help to save the game for San German. Naturalized American center Antonio Gordon (206-2001, college: Oklah.Christian) added 19 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Indios have a solid three-game winning streak. Mayaguez maintains first position with 4-2 record. Loser Atleticos keeps the fourth place with three games lost. Mayaguez will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. San German will play against Arecibo (#3) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
San German: A.Gordon 19+6reb, T.Fernandez 16+3reb+5ast, S.Mennenga 14+3reb+2ast, E.Ayala 14+1reb+1ast, A.Curbelo 13+7reb+7ast, E.Crawford 10+2reb
Mayaguez: J.Pacheco 23+1reb+5ast, T.Harrison 23+12reb, S.Waardenburg 18+8reb+4ast, M.Doyle 15+1reb+6ast, J.Erazo 13+6reb+3ast, J.Garcia 3+2ast

Santurce - Guaynabo 102-90

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Cangrejeros as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Cangrejeros defeated their close opponent Mets in Santurce 102-90. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Santurce had a 32-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Angel Matias (194-1992, college: Georgia South) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 9 rebounds. American center Thomas Robinson (203-1991, college: Kansas) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. American guard Bryce Cotton (182-1992, college: Providence, agency: Pensack Sports) replied with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and his fellow American import forward Derrick Williams (203-1991, college: Arizona) added 17 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Guaynabo. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Guaynabo at the other side dropped to the third place with two games lost. They share the position with Arecibo and Carolina. Guaynabo will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Santurce will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Ponce in Juana Diaz.
Top scorers:
Guaynabo: B.Cotton 21+7reb+6ast, B.Boyd 18+3reb, D.Williams 17+5reb+1ast, W.Douglas 14+3reb+5ast, I.Romero 9+9reb+1ast, E.Andujar 6+1reb+2ast
Santurce: A.Matias 30+9reb+3ast, T.Robinson 16+11reb+3ast, M.King 13+4reb+2ast, W.Hodge 13+1ast, D.Collier 11+3reb+1ast, G.Santiago 8+1reb+5ast

Bayamon - Carolina 73-81

Undefeated Vaqueros (3-1) recorded its first loss in Bayamon. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Gigantes (3-2) 81-73. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Vaqueros. Carolina made 16-of-19 charity shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Kobi Simmons (196-1997, college: Arizona) who helped to win the game recording 17 points and 7 rebounds and the former international swingman Jesus Cruz (196-1998, college: Fairfield) who added 17 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Italian forward Danilo Gallinari (208-1988) responded with 27 points and 6 rebounds and American center Javale McGee (213-1988, college: Nevada) scored 22 points and 8 rebounds (made all of his ten free throws !!!). Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gigantes have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to third place, which they share with Arecibo and Guaynabo. Bayamon at the other side dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with Quebradillas. Carolina will play against Aguada (#6) at home in the next round. Bayamon will play against Manati (#5) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Bayamon: D.Gallinari 27+6reb+2ast, J.McGee 22+8reb+1ast, J.Mojica 9+6reb+2ast, R.Cortes 9+3reb+2ast, I.Palermo 4+3reb+1ast, J.Gonzalez 2+3reb+5ast
Carolina: I.Sosa 19+4reb, K.Simmons 17+7reb+2ast, J.Cruz 17+6reb+1ast, D.Huertas 5+1ast, K.Maura 5+2reb+1ast, K.Doolittle 4+2reb+4ast

Aguada - Arecibo 93-97

Rather expected game when bottom-ranked Santeros (0-4) lost to third ranked Capitanes (3-2) in Aguada 93-97 on Saturday. Arecibo looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The winners were led by American power forward Dewan Hernandez (211-1997, college: Miami, FL) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 15 rebounds and Dominican Victor Liz (190-1986) supported him with 29 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Capitanes players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds by Serbian-American power forward Nick Rakocevic (211-1997, college: USC, agency: Slash Sports) did not help to save the game for Aguada. Australian guard Nathan Sobey (190-1990, college: Wyoming) added 18 points and 6 assists for lost side. Santeros' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Arecibo maintains third position with 3-2 record behind leader Mayaguez, which they share with Guaynabo and Carolina. Loser Santeros still closes the standings with four games lost. Arecibo will meet San German (#4) on the road in the next round. Aguada will play against Carolina and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Aguada: N.Sobey 18+3reb+6ast, N.Rakocevic 18+11reb+1ast, G.Rosado 15+8reb+1ast, J.Hunter 13+1reb, D.Clemente 9+3ast, A.Abreu 9+3reb+4ast
Arecibo: V.Liz 29+7reb+4ast, D.Hernandez 24+15reb+2ast, P.Jackson 20+2reb+8ast, W.Rodriguez 10+2reb+3ast, J.Rodriguez 7+4reb+2ast, D.Gonzalez 3+3reb

Santurce - Ponce 92-86

Rather predictable result when second ranked Cangrejeros (4-1) won against bottom-ranked Leones (0-3) in Santurce 92-86 on Sunday. Santurce looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. The winners were led by the former international power forward Devon Collier (203-1991, college: Oregon St.) who scored that evening 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists and naturalized U.S. Virgin Islands guard Walter Hodge (183-1986, college: Florida) supported him with 16 points. Cangrejeros' coach Nelson Colon used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. Even 21 points by American guard Frank Mason III (182-1994, college: Kansas) did not help to save the game for Ponce. The former international power forward Jordan Murphy (200-1997, college: Minnesota) added 17 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Five Santurce and four Ponce players scored in double figures. Santurce keeps a position of league leader. Loser Leones still closes the standings with three games lost. Santurce will meet Ponce (#5) in the next round. Ponce will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Ponce: F.Mason III 21+4reb+1ast, J.Murphy 17+7reb+1ast, J.Ruiz 14+2reb+1ast, P.Bass 14+6reb+3ast, J.Walker 9+4reb+7ast, E.McCree 7+3reb
Santurce: W.Hodge 16+4reb+3ast, D.Collier 14+8reb+4ast, T.Robinson 14+6reb+1ast, B.Santiago 13+4reb+1ast, A.Matias 11+7reb+3ast, A.Rodriguez 9+4reb+5ast

Mayaguez - Carolina 72-108

There was a minor upset when top-ranked Indios (4-2) were outscored by fourth ranked Gigantes (3-2) in Mayaguez 108-72 on Sunday. Carolina shot 60.6 percent from the field. Carolina outrebounded Mayaguez 35-24 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Carolina looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by American forward Kristian Doolittle (201-1997, college: Oklahoma, agency: Pensack Sports) who scored that evening 16 points and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and the other American import guard Kobi Simmons (196-1997, college: Arizona) supported him with 18 points. Four Gigantes players scored in double figures. Even 15 points and 5 rebounds by New Zealand center Tyrell Harrison (214-1999) did not help to save the game for Mayaguez. New Zealand forward Samuel Waardenburg (208-1999, college: Miami, FL) added 8 points and 5 rebounds 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. Gigantes have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to third place, which they share with Arecibo and Guaynabo. Loser Indios still keeps top position with two games lost. Carolina will meet at home Aguada (#6) in the next round. Mayaguez will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Mayaguez: T.Harrison 15+5reb+1ast, J.Erazo 10+1ast, A.Ortiz-Traylor 9+2reb, S.Waardenburg 8+5reb+1ast, J.Pacheco 8+2ast, L.Cuascut 8+3reb+1ast
Carolina: K.Simmons 18+2reb+2ast, J.Romer 17+3reb+2ast, K.Doolittle 16+4reb+5ast, I.Sosa 11+4reb, E.Ortiz 9+1reb+1ast, K.Maura 9+2reb+3ast