SPB Round 26: Trotamundos keep a leadership position

Dwayne Davis

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Trotamundos as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Trotamundos defeated 9th ranked Taurinos in La Asuncion 103-86. Trotamundos looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. American forward Dwayne Davis (196-1989, college: Southern Miss) scored 30 points and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import swingman Mario Little (198-1987, college: Kansas) chipped in 22 points and 4 assists during the contest. Jean Payen (193-2003) responded with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Trotamundos (15-5) have an impressive five-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Taurinos lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 15 games lost. Taurinos will have a break next week, which should allow them to rest in order to get back on the winning path. Trotamundos will try to continue on its current victory against eighth ranked Llaneros in Caracas.
The game between Top Four teams took place in Barquisimeto. Third ranked host Guaros (14-5) defeated 4th ranked Brillantes (12-7) 83-77. The former international point guard Heissler Guillent (186-1986) notched a double-double by scoring 30 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the effort and Juan Tello-Palacios supported him with 15 points and 9 rebounds. Even 27 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by American forward Glen Rice Jr (198-1991, college: Georgia Tech) did not help to save the game for Brillantes. Brillantes' coach Steve Walton rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Guaros have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Brillantes at the other side keep the fourth position with seven games lost. Guaros will play against Llaneros (#8) in Caracas in the next round where they are favorite. Brillantes will play on the road against Centauros (#5) in Margarita and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
SPB top team - Gladiadores (18-2) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat ninth ranked Diablos (4-14) in Caracas 85-73. The best player for the winners was Jordan Adams who scored 23 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Taevaunn Prince produced 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the hosts. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Gladiadores have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 18-2 record. Loser Diablos keep the ninth place with 14 games lost. Gladiadores' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Caracas to the arena .