SPB Round 21: Broncos lose to Guaros

Rodney Green

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Broncos (12-5) in Barquisimeto on Monday night. Visitors were defeated by Guaros (12-5) 80-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Broncos. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Guaros dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Broncos' 30. The best player for the winners was American guard Rodney Green (197-1988, college: La Salle) who scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international point guard Heissler Guillent (186-1986) chipped in 14 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Jordan Williams (198-1992, college: N.Texas) who recorded 25 points. Guaros keep a position of league leader, which they share with defeated Broncos. Guaros is looking forward to face Gaiteros (#5) in Maracaibo in the next round. Broncos' supporters also look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Caracas to the arena Llaneros.
Important game to mention about took place in Caracas. Eighth ranked Llaneros (6-10) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 6th ranked Heroes (8-9) 86-85 on Tuesday evening. It was a good game for Dominican point guard Yerri Flores (188-1996, college: High School) who saved his team from a defeat with 33 points (!!!). Cristian Centeno contributed with 13 points, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winners. British center Kavell Bigby-Williams (211-1995, college: LSU) answered with 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks for Heroes. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Llaneros maintains eighth place with 6-10 record. Heroes lost third consecutive game. They keep the sixth position with nine games lost. Llaneros' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Caracas Broncos.
A very close game took place in Porlamar between Piratas and Guaiqueries. Fourth ranked Piratas (9-3) got a very close victory on the road over 5th ranked Guaiqueries (8-7). Piratas managed to escape with a 3-point win 80-77 in the game for the fourth place. Rigoberto Mendoza stepped up and scored 17 points and 4 assists for the winners. The best for the losing side was Tre McLean with 20 points. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Piratas maintains fourth place with 9-3 record. Guaiqueries at the other side keep the fifth position with seven games lost. Piratas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Guaiqueries will play against Spartans (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 21 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Cocodrilos defeated Guaiqueries in Caracas 75-62. Marinos were beaten by Diablos at home 85-87. Panteras won against Gigantes on the opponent's court 89-75. Toros managed to outperform Brillantes in a home game 85-76.
The best stats of 21th round was 24 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists by Gaston Semiglia of Toros.