BSN Round 30 (Regular Season): Leader Guaynabo loses to Arecibo

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The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Mets (20-12) in Arecibo on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Capitanes (22-11) 108-96. Arecibo made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was Nigerian-American center Jahlil Okafor (211-1995, college: Duke) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). The former international Alfonso Plummer (185-1997, college: Illinois) chipped in 32 points and 6 assists. Capitanes' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American Gabe York (190-1993, college: Arizona) who recorded 31 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Arecibo maintains first position with 22-11 record which they share with defeated Guaynabo. Guaynabo at the other side still keeps top place with 12 games lost. Arecibo are looking forward to face Mayaguez (#4) on the road in the next round. Guaynabo will play against Santurce and is hoping to win this game.
An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Guaynabo. First ranked Mets faced one of their biggest challengers Piratas. Host Mets (20-12) defeated guests from Quebradillas (16-18) 108-100. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Piratas. It was a good game for American-Jordanian power forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (201-1995, college: Arizona) who led his team to a victory with 34 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Gabe York contributed with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. International forward Phillip Wheeler (204-2002) replied with 24 points and 7 rebounds for Quebradillas. Guaynabo maintains first position with 20-12 record. Quebradillas at the other side dropped to the second place with 18 games lost. Guaynabo will play against Santurce (#5) on the road in the next round. Quebradillas will play against San German and hope to get back on the winning track.
The game in San German was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Indios (15-18) played at the court of sixth ranked Atleticos (13-20). Atleticos defeated Indios 84-70 on Tuesday. Mitch Creek had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Cameron McGriff with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. San German maintains sixth position with 13-20 record. Mayaguez lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Ponce and Aguada. San German will meet league's second-placed Quebradillas on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mayaguez will play against Bayamon and hope to secure a win.

Rest of the games of round 30 were very predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Ponce was defeated by Manati in a road game 93-84. Santurce beat Caguas at home 102-94. Bayamon lost to Carolina on the opponent's court 92-102. Ponce managed to outperform Mayaguez in a home game 93-85. Quebradillas rolled over Bayamon on the road 93-72.



Guaynabo - Quebradillas 108-100

An exciting game between Top Four teams was played in Guaynabo. First ranked Mets faced one of their biggest challengers Piratas. Host Mets (20-12) defeated guests from Quebradillas (16-18) 108-100. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Piratas. Guaynabo made 23-of-30 charity shots (76.7 percent) during the game. Quebradillas were plagued by 26 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for American-Jordanian power forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (201-1995, college: Arizona) who led his team to a victory with 34 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). American Gabe York (190-1993, college: Arizona) contributed with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. International forward Phillip Wheeler (204-2002) replied with 24 points and 7 rebounds and American center Tai Odiase (206-1995, college: UIC) added 17 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Quebradillas. Five Quebradillas players scored in double figures. Guaynabo maintains first position with 20-12 record. Quebradillas at the other side dropped to the second place with 18 games lost. Guaynabo will play against Santurce (#5) on the road in the next round. Quebradillas will play against San German and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Quebradillas: P.Wheeler 24+7reb+3ast, T.Odiase 17+5reb+1ast, E.Mudiay 13+5reb+4ast, E.Griffin 11+5reb+3ast, P.Stoll 10+4reb+1ast, R.Harris 9+2reb+4ast
Guaynabo: R.Hollis-Jefferson 34+8reb+3ast, G.York 23+5reb+6ast, J.Paige 21+7reb+5ast, J.Miranda 10+3reb, B.Santiago 9+3reb+1ast, J.Meyinsse 9+6reb+1ast

San German - Mayaguez 84-70

The game in San German was also quite interesting. 5th ranked Indios (15-18) played at the court of sixth ranked Atleticos (13-20). Atleticos defeated Indios 84-70 on Tuesday. San German made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Australian swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international Josue Erazo (203-1995, college: PR-Rio Piedras) chipped in 13 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Cameron McGriff (201-1997, college: OK State) with 18 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized American Kyle Vinales (188-1992, college: CCSU, agency: 011 Sports) scored 23 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. San German maintains sixth position with 13-20 record. Mayaguez lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the third place with 18 games lost. They share the position with Ponce and Aguada. San German will meet league's second-placed Quebradillas on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Mayaguez will play against Bayamon and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mayaguez: K.Vinales 23+1reb, C.McGriff 18+7reb, J.Early Jr. 9+8reb, J.Pacheco 9+2reb+3ast, M.Young 4+9reb+3ast, A.Ortiz-Traylor 3+5reb
San German: M.Creek 23+10reb+4ast, E.Ayala 15+2reb+2ast, J.Erazo 13+11reb, L.Hernandez 8+8reb, T.Fernandez 8+2reb+3ast, A.Gordon 7+4reb+1ast

Manati - Ponce 93-84

There was a minor upset in Manati where their close opponent Leones (15-18) were defeated by fifth ranked Osos (18-16) 93-84 on Tuesday. American point guard Norris Cole (188-1988, college: CSU) scored 22 points and 8 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Jamil Wilson (201-1990, college: Marquette) chipped in 15 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Osos' coach Ivan Rios used entire bench saving starting five for next games. The best for the losing side was Australian swingman Mitch Creek (196-1992) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international point guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) scored 18 points and 8 assists. Four Manati and five Ponce players scored in double figures. Osos have an impressive five-game winning streak. Manati moved-up to fourth place. Loser Leones dropped to the third position with 18 games lost. They share it with Aguada and Mayaguez. Manati will meet higher ranked Caguas (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Ponce will play against Santurce and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ponce: J.De Jesus 18+3reb+8ast, J.Ruiz 18+6reb, B.Jordan 18+13reb+5ast, J.Murphy 11+5reb, R.Alkins 10+4reb+1ast, J.Walker 7+1reb+3ast
Manati: N.Cole 22+2reb+8ast, C.Diallo 18+6reb+1ast, J.Wilson 15+13reb+4ast, A.Morales 14+5reb+3ast, A.Dawkins 9+2reb, J.Jackson 8+1reb+3ast

Santurce - Caguas 102-94

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Santurce where fifth ranked Cangrejeros (17-16) defeated 4th ranked Criollos (18-14) 102-94 on Wednesday. Santurce dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Criollos' 32. Santurce outrebounded Caguas 42-28 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. American center Jared Sullinger (206-1992, college: Ohio St.) had a double-double by scoring 30 points, 19 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Angel Matias (194-1992, college: Georgia South) chipped in 25 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Louis King (201-1999, college: Oregon) with 26 points and 5 rebounds and Panamanian-American center Akil Mitchell (206-1992, college: Virginia) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Santurce maintains fifth position with 17-16 record. Loser Criollos dropped to the third place with 14 games lost. Santurce will meet Ponce (#5) in the next round. Caguas will play against Aguada and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Caguas: L.King 26+5reb+2ast, T.Trice II 16+2reb+5ast, A.Mitchell 13+11reb+1ast, C.Pizarro 11+2reb+4ast, C.Lopez 10+1ast, M.Hargis 9+2reb+1ast
Santurce: J.Sullinger 30+19reb+4ast, A.Matias 25+5reb+4ast, W.Barton 18+3reb+2ast, E.Maldonado 11+3reb+2ast, A.Rodriguez 9+3reb+3ast, E.Andujar 5+5reb+2ast

Carolina - Bayamon 102-92

Very expected game in Carolina where 6th ranked Vaqueros (10-23) were defeated by second ranked Gigantes (19-14) 102-92 on Wednesday. Carolina outrebounded Bayamon 43-30 including 18 on the offensive glass. Carolina looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The game was dominated by American players. Center Thomas Robinson (203-1991, college: Kansas) scored 24 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and Brandon Goodwin (188-1995, college: FGCU) chipped in 19 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was EJ Crawford (198-1998, college: Iona, agency: 011 Sports) with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Kyle Rose (193-2000, college: Fordham) scored 22 points. Four Carolina and five Bayamon players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Defending champion maintains second position with 19-14 record having just three points less than leader Guaynabo. Bayamon lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with 23 games lost. Carolina will meet Ponce (#5) in the next round. Bayamon will play against Mayaguez and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bayamon: K.Rose 22+1reb, E.Crawford 15+5reb+4ast, G.Belardo 11+1reb+2ast, J.Bishop 10+4reb+3ast, K.Doolittle 10+4reb+3ast, B.Gonzalez 8+2reb
Carolina: T.Robinson 24+9reb+2ast, S.James Jr. 21+4reb+2ast, B.Goodwin 19+9reb+6ast, I.Cruz 11+2reb+4ast, J.Cruz 7+5reb+5ast, J.Rosario 6+1reb

Ponce - Mayaguez 93-85

There was a small surprise in Juana Diaz where fifth ranked Leones (15-18) beat their close opponent Indios (15-18) 93-85 on Thursday. Ponce made 24-of-30 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Ponce outrebounded Mayaguez 40-29 including 27 on the defensive glass. The former international point guard Jezreel De Jesus (185-1991, agency: Interperformances) scored 27 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Bryon Allen (192-1992, college: GMU) chipped in 15 points and 5 assists during the contest. Four Leones players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American Michael Young (206-1994, college: Pittsburgh) with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Cameron McGriff (201-1997, college: OK State) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players saving starting five for next games. Ponce moved-up to third place, which they share with Aguada and Mayaguez. Mayaguez lost sixth consecutive game. Ponce will meet at home Santurce (#5) in the next round. Mayaguez will play against Bayamon and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mayaguez: M.Young 30+6reb+4ast, C.McGriff 17+10reb+4ast, J.Pacheco 12+3reb, K.Vinales 8+3reb+2ast, J.Early Jr. 7+4reb+1ast, L.Lopez 5+2ast
Ponce: J.De Jesus 27+5reb+1ast, B.Allen 15+3reb+5ast, B.Jordan 14+5reb+3ast, J.Ruiz 13+8reb+2ast, J.Murphy 10+4reb, R.Alkins 6+7reb+5ast

Bayamon - Quebradillas 72-93

Not a big story in a game in Bayamon where 6th ranked Vaqueros (10-23) were outplayed by third ranked Piratas (16-18) 93-72 on Friday. DR Congolese point guard Emmanuel Mudiay (196-1996) scored 25 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and international forward Phillip Wheeler (204-2002) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Piratas players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American Kyle Rose (193-2000, college: Fordham) with 9 points and 6 assists and Panamanian forward Tony Bishop (202-1989, college: Texas St., agency: 011 Sports) scored 13 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Quebradillas moved-up to second place. Bayamon lost ninth consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with 23 games lost. Quebradillas will meet at home San German (#6) in the next round. Bayamon will play against Mayaguez and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bayamon: B.Boyd 14+3ast, T.Bishop 13+4reb, K.Doolittle 11+5reb, K.Rose 9+4reb+6ast, I.Palermo 8+6reb, E.Crawford 7+2reb+2ast
Quebradillas: E.Mudiay 25+7reb+7ast, P.Wheeler 19+7reb+1ast, T.Odiase 16+7reb+1ast, P.Stoll 14+4ast, E.Griffin 9+3reb, W.Cruz 6+4reb+2ast

Arecibo - Guaynabo 108-96

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Mets (20-12) in Arecibo on Thursday night. Visitors were defeated by Capitanes (22-11) 108-96. Arecibo made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. The best player for the winners was Nigerian-American center Jahlil Okafor (211-1995, college: Duke) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists (on 11-of-14 shooting from the field). The former international Alfonso Plummer (185-1997, college: Illinois) chipped in 32 points and 6 assists. Capitanes' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American Gabe York (190-1993, college: Arizona) who recorded 31 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international Jaysean Paige (188-1994, college: WVU) added 26 points and 6 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Arecibo maintains first position with 22-11 record which they share with defeated Guaynabo. Guaynabo at the other side still keeps top place with 12 games lost. Arecibo are looking forward to face Mayaguez (#4) on the road in the next round. Guaynabo will play against Santurce and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Guaynabo: G.York 31+6reb+4ast, J.Paige 26+3reb+6ast, R.Hollis-Jefferson 14+4reb+4ast, J.Meyinsse 12+7reb, B.Santiago 8+9reb+1ast, R.Balkman 2+4reb
Arecibo: A.Plummer 32+4reb+6ast, J.Okafor 26+17reb+5ast, W.Rodriguez 15+2reb+1ast, D.Stockton 14+4reb+8ast, R.Cortes 9+1reb+4ast, J.Rodriguez 7+8reb+2ast