2015 International Hoops

[awhom111]

USA Basketball has finally announced players for something so it is time to start this summer's thread. It is the U16 tryout roster for the upcoming FIBA Americas tournament to qualify for the 2016 World U17 Championship, but it seems possible that one of these boys could end up being a Duke player at some point:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/04/2015-16-jnt-roster-announced.aspx

The expectation is that more tryout rosters for the summer should be announced in the next week, especially since key ones on the women's side get going in May, so we should get Duke-relevant news soon. Some coaching staffs have been announced recently.

On the senior side, most of the national teams that are not the United States will be hard at work trying to qualify for the Olympics, so there will be plenty of that to follow too. This thread will be the place!

[awhom111]

2017 Duke commit Mikayla Boykin is one of thirty five players to be invited to USA U16 tryouts as they prepare for the continental tournament this summer in Mexico. Tryouts will have more players added later through an application process.

Story:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/04/2015-wu16-trials-invitees.aspx
Roster:
http://www.usab.com/womens/u16/roster.aspx

[awhom111]

The USA Women's team is not competing this summer, but they are having a training camp between the overseas and WNBA seasons next week. They announced the players that they expect to attend, with three new players joining twenty four players who were part of the original pool:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/04/27-olympic-hopefuls-expected-to-attend-usa-wnt-training-camp.aspx

The interesting pick in center Jennifer Hamson who last played competitive basketball in Spring 2014 with BYU. She had a year of volleyball eligiblity left, so she used that instead of playing in the WNBA as a third round pick or playing overseas basketball. I do not disagree with the USA Basketball braintrust that often, but I am very disappointed at this choice in light of the standards the program usually has for players.

Also of relevance, the Billy Donovan news makes it seem likely that USA Basketball will need to find a new U19 coach. I would have to think that Sean Miller would be the favorite with Ed Cooley less likely. I wonder who would be brought in to fill a vacant assistant position. Maybe Sean would bring in brother Archie?

I guess we can pretend this article never existed:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/01/billy-donovan-returns-to-lead-2015-usa-u19-world-championship-team.aspx

[awhom111]

As expected, Marty Pocius is one of the players on Lithuania's preliminary roster for the summer as they try to keep up their Olympic history:
http://www.musukrepsinis.lt/naujienos/pristatyti-kandidatai-i-salies-vyru-krepsinio-rinktine-ir-oficialus-rinktines-automobilis/

[awhom111]

Three USA teams will be filled after tryouts next week, so they finally have a list available.

Azura Stevens is 1 of 34 players going for 12 spots on the U19 team playing in the World Championships. Duke will have representation regardless as Summer McKeehan will be the trainer.
Story with link to roster:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/wu19-trials-roster-announced.aspx

Rebecca Greenwell is part of the dual tryouts to fill out squads for the Pan-American Games and World University Games. 54 players look to fill 24 total spots. Alexis Jones will also be in the tryouts and see her first action at this level since her last game at Duke.
Story with link to roster:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/15-wpag-wwug-trials-roster-announced.aspx

[Mtn.Devil.91.92.01.10.15]

Much appreciation for your continued attention to this thread.

[awhom111]

Today's USA Basketball announcement was for the staff of the Pan-American Games team. Mark Few will be the head coach, assisted by Tad Boyle and Mike Brown (highly recommended by the Cavaliers):
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/coaches-named-for-mens-pan-american-games.aspx

This is significant because the rumor/open secret last year was that John Calipari would be coaching. I guess this either means that he secretly hates America, realized that it would not boost recruiting, did not want to lose to Rick Pitino or Canada or the Dominican Republic, or did not want some yahoo writing an article about him.

The team will be made up of non-NBA players and it will be interesting to see who eventually lines up to play. Lance Thomas was one of the players on the team last time and in recognition of his time on the team, he was given a spot on the following USA Select Team, which had to be a cool experience for him. Due to the timing of this event (around the time of the NBA Summer Leagues) I would not anticipate any professional player aspiring to be in the NBA next season to be involved. This might be a good opportunity for some upperclassmen from the college ranks to play at this level with the World University Games not in the picture.

[awhom111]

It was a busy day of USA Basketball news. As expected, Sean Miller slides over from the assistant chair to the head man with Billy Donovan gone. Someone in charge finally listens to me as they bring in brother Archie to fill the vacant assistant spot:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/2015-mens-u19-coaches-2.aspx

The annual chaos is set for next week when 158 girls shoot for 12 spots on the American U16 team this summer. They like to add applicants for open tryouts in addition to players that they invite.
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/15-wu16-complete-trials-roster.aspx

We only have pictures from one USA practice today so far. Here is Azura Stevens in action:
http://www.usab.com/~/media/a2a3ed1002f14579b08576803884034c.ashx?as=1&iar=1

[awhom111]

All of the tryouts from this weekend are done now and players will find out whether they have made a team on Sunday morning.

Here is some coverage including quotes and a picture of Becca Greenwell in action:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/olympic-lessons.aspx
http://www.usab.com/~/media/bf235da9502646eda1de4ed52935c6ff.ashx?as=1&iar=1

[Reilly]

Thanks for the links. The men's U19 team will compete in Greece for a world championship, coached by the Miller brothers and Providence's coach. The team will have tryouts in June, then compete in late June through early July.

One of the articles said tryout invitations would be sent in March -- but I didn't see on the USA Basketball site a list of players invited. No announcement on that score? Any ideas? Should we expect the players from last year's U18 Americas champion? (See that Justise and Tyus were on last year's team so I guess not them with post-draft responsibilities? Kennard and Jeter were on last year's U18 team).

Interesting U19 history -- the U19 world championship has been held 11 times and the USA has won the gold in less than half (5/11).

It looks like JJ was on the team in 2003 and the USA came in 5th place -- but JJ played in only 2 of 8 games whereas everybody else on the team played 7 or 8 of the 8 games. Was JJ hurt? (I couldn't find any links indicating he was hurt.)

[awhom111]

Duke goes two for two this morning.

Azura will be on the U19 team:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/15-wu19-team-announced.aspx

Becca will be on the World University Games team:
http://www.usab.com/womens/world-university-games/roster.aspx

The United States looks to be trying to do some damage at the Pan-American Games, sending a rather strong team of collegians against what will be nearly full strength teams from the Americas preparing for Olympic qualification:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/15-wpag-roster-named.aspx


Thanks for the links. The men's U19 team will compete in Greece for a world championship, coached by the Miller brothers and Providence's coach. The team will have tryouts in June, then compete in late June through early July.

One of the articles said tryout invitations would be sent in March -- but I didn't see on the USA Basketball site a list of players invited. No announcement on that score? Any ideas? Should we expect the players from last year's U18 Americas champion? (See that Justise and Tyus were on last year's team so I guess not them with post-draft responsibilities? Kennard and Jeter were on last year's U18 team).

Interesting U19 history -- the U19 world championship has been held 11 times and the USA has won the gold in less than half (5/11).

It looks like JJ was on the team in 2003 and the USA came in 5th place -- but JJ played in only 2 of 8 games whereas everybody else on the team played 7 or 8 of the 8 games. Was JJ hurt? (I couldn't find any links indicating he was hurt.)

It usually takes them a while to get their roster together. They have to deal with players declaring for the draft then incoming freshman deciding whether they want to participate or head to campus. That is part of the reason that our success has been variable at this age group as you pointed out. There will be some tough teams in this year's field (though sadly probably not the full strength Emus from Australia). The 2013 tryout list was announced on the 22nd, so expect something in the next week or two.

[awhom111]

Kansas was unlikely to have 12 scholarship players available to fill up all of the roster spots for their World University Games team so Larry Brown send them someone on loan:
http://www.kuathletics.com/news/2015/5/21/MBB_0521150454.aspx?path=mbball

It was interesting that they got a current college player from another school like Nic Moore. Early speculation had them trying to bring back former players who are already pros. I am guessing N. Tharpe would be out of the question, but I thought an E. Johnson, T. Releford, or T. Taylor could be an option. They may still have another spot to fill.

For fun, I wonder how a lineup of D. Thornton, T. Thornton, Allen, Kennard, Jones, Ingram, Jeter, Jefferson, Plumlee, Hairston, and say Nolan Smith and Jon Scheyer would do in comparison. Obi and Vrankovic would be excluded to let them represent other countries (Vrankovic played for the Croatia U16s at one point).

[awhom111]

This says that Lindsey Harding will make her way to Belarus soon:
http://www.bbf.by/ru/news/harding-priedet-v-belarus-26-maya.htm

Earlier this year she took up citizenship there to help prolong her overseas career and to earn a little extra by not taking up a non-European spot on club teams. In return she has to fulfill national team obligations when they need her as they will for the upcoming Eurobasket Women tournament that determines Olympic qualification. This is similar to DeMarcus Nelson taking Serbian citizenship, but sentiment there right now is towards not using a naturalized player, so he has no national team responsibilities. Nick Horvath has citizenship in New Zealand by marrying a citizen there and of course he lives there as well.

[awhom111]

A most difficult process is now complete as the USA U16 Girls Team has whittled down their roster from 158 to 12 in the course of one weekend:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/15-wu16-team-named.aspx

[awhom111]

The next set of USA tryouts is the U16 Boys. Most of the list was released earlier, but there were a handful of additions right before camp including the brother of Tyus Jones. Full details are here:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/six-athletes-added-to-15-16-mjnt.aspx

[awhom111]

Lindsey Harding made her debut for Belarus today in an exhibition tournament game against Romania. She had 9 points in 25 minutes as they won 75-58. Ex-West Virginia player Yelena Leuchanka, the unquestioned star of the team, had 20 points and 21 rebounds. Ex-Drexel player Gabriela Marginean had 13 points in the loss.
Here are stories that you probably will not be able to understand without a little help:
http://www.bbf.by/ru/news/kubok-halipskogo-den-vtoroy-rezultaty.htm
http://www.bbf.by/ru/news/dedyut-harding-29-5-15.htm

This is a little more clear:
http://cs627221.vk.me/v627221573/3576/1l_i3N_4O8E.jpg

[awhom111]

Lindsey and Belarus lost the final game of the exhibition tournament 78-66 to Russia. Lindsey had 6 points in 25 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka had 16 points. In the win, Lindsey's naturalized counterpart, ex-Rutgers player Epiphanny Prince, had 18 points, 7 assists, and 6 steals.

The USA U16 Boys Team has cut their squad down to 17 with no further cuts projected in the near future. Tre Jones is one of the remaining players:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/17-finalists-remain-for-mu16-team.aspx

[awhom111]

USA Basketball decided to go wild with announcements today.

The U16 team roster has been finalized. It is a little early to figure out recruiting angles, but Tre Jones was picked. I also like this article which explains some of the other activities that players go through during the camp process, something that USA Basketball is doing well at all age levels:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/usa-basketball-takes-a-holistic-approach-to-building-a-team.aspx
Article:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/05/2015-usa-mu16-team-named.aspx
Roster:
http://www.usab.com/mens/u16/roster.aspx

The U19 tryout roster has been announced and it is quite surprising since I was not given advance notice that this would be the case, but Luke Kennard, Chase Jeter, and Brandon Ingram are not participating, apparently by choice. I still hold out hope that it is because we a have a yet to be announced overseas tour, but it seems more likely that they will be ready to show up on campus for the second session of summer school.

Despite some experts saying some nice stuff about the list, I cannot help but think that this even weaker than I expected. Only three of the twelve players from last summer's roster remain, although I would expect Isaiah Briscoe, Jalen Brunson, and Allonzo Trier to all have key roles. Again, there is a reason that the United States has historically performed below expectations at this age level and I expect this to be the biggest test of USA Basketball's constant reminders that all of its national teams are defending champions.

Article:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/15-mu19-tc-roster-announced.aspx
Roster:
http://www.usab.com/mens/u19/roster.aspx

[gam7]

I posted about this in the 2018 recruiting, but this deserves its own thread.

Congrats to our U16 USA National Team: http://www.usab.com/mens/u16/roster.aspx. FIBA U16 championships start next week. Make us proud guys!

Of particular interest to us:

2017 targets Wendell Carter, Jarred Vanderbilt and Gary Trent Jr. made the cut.

One 2018 name of note: Tre Jones (Tyus's little bro) made it!

[awhom111]

A few tidbits:

Lindsey Harding did not play in today's exhibition where Belarus beat the Czech Republic 69-67.

Antonio Vrankovic is not listed in Croatia's preliminary squad at the U19 level. This was to be expected since his only involvement thus far has been as bench player at the 2012 European U16 Championships, but there were thoughts that he might have developed enough to be worth another look. Croatia's U19 team does have a pretty solid frontcourt, which is why they would be among several European teams (along with Turkey and Greece) that should be behind the United States as favorites in the tournament.

Canada has named its World University Games team, which will scrimmage the USA University Games team (Kansas plus Nic Moore). They have opted to only play with CIS players and no NCAA players. This seems to discriminate, but they have actually done this before and had some success.
http://www.basketball.ca/en/news-article/development-mens-national-team-announces-fisu-roster

[awhom111]

Lindsey Harding had 8 points in 29 minutes as Belarus beat the Czech Republic again, this time 68-64. Yelena Leuchanka had game highs of 16 points and 10 rebounds. Ex-WNBA player Jana Vesela had 10 points in the loss.

[awhom111]

Work for senior national teams that are not the United States, is put in every summer. This week marks the start of the CBC Championships for Women in the British Virgin Islands that will send three Caribbean teams to the 2016 Centrobasket for Women tournament that will determine some of the qualifiers for the 2017 FIBA Americas Championship for Women that fills out part of the field of the 2018 World Championship for Women.

I have tried my best to find the US based roots of any players on the eight teams, but current club teams are a challenge and this is one of the harder international tournaments to find player details for ahead of time. Only the last known college is included and states of high schools are provided. Here is what I have:

Group A:

Antigua:
Dalia Clarke, club unknown, Miami
Kayla Simon, Braves (Antigua)
Kayana Alexander, Wings (Antigua)
Anique Rhodes, Vipers (Antigua)
Kebra Nanton, Vipers (Antigua), Mississippi Valley State
Kennieshia Joseph, Braves (Antigua)
Britnay Gore
Arrianne Whyte, Braves (Antigua)
Amanda Edwards, Vipers (Antigua)
Tyea Ladoo, Braves (Antigua)
Robertine Frederick, Vipers (Antigua), Olivet Nazarene (NAIA)
Tyechia Lake, Vipers (Antigua), Marshalltown (JC)

Bahamas:
Latoya Thompson
Diasti Delancy
Philicia Kelly, club unknown, Oklahoma City (NAIA)
Ashley Moss, Holland College (CCAA, Canada)
Albertha Russell
Tracy Lewis, club unknown, Little Bighorn (JC)
Malesha Petterson, club unknown, Kilgore (JC)
Pedrica Bain, Southern-Shreveport (JC)
Linda Pierre
Shanea Armbrister, Darton (JC), signed with Georgia
Sha-Londa Neely, Arlington Country Day (Florida), signed with Jacksonville
Valerie Nesbitt

St. Vincent and the Grenadines:
Azizah Stowe
Sheldeen Joseph, Bowie State (DII)
Anella Samuel
Kia Prince
Shellisa Davis
Nicole Sandy
Galeine Gordon
Dilonie Sam
Shanique De Shong
Suzette Jackson
Lorna Caesar, Imhotep Charter (Pennsylvania)
Vasha Adams, club unknown, Clarendon (JC)

US Virgin Islands:
Akia Frett, Eastern Arizona (JC)
Natalie Day, Lemvig (Denmark), Portland
Brittney Matthew, Stephen F. Austin
Lanese Bough, Nebraska-Omaha
Stacey Griffith, club unknown, District of Columbia (DII)
Akkema Richards, club unknown, Delaware
Yanique Javois, club unknown, Missouri Western (DII)
Victoria Hamilton, club unknown, Radford
Quatica Johnson, club unknown, Shaw (DII)
Te'Andra Richardson, LeTourneau (DIII)
Aesha Peters, club unknown, Bowie State (DII)

Group B:

Barbados:
Ashlee Daniel, Queen's College (Barbados)
Dale-Marie Cumberbatch, club unknown, North Alberta Institute of Technology (CCAA, Canada)
Maria Cumberbatch
Ria Phillips
Toni Atherley, club unknown, Fresno State
Jonnel Oderson, club unknown, Southwestern (JC)
Tiffany Thorpe
Lana Metesh
Jamila Griffith, club unknown, Maryland-Eastern Shore
Astrid Alleyne

British Virgin Islands:
Tamara Phillip, club unknown, Albany
Bianca Brewley, Elmore Stoutt High School (British Virgin Islands)
Tiffany Jennings
Michelle Smith
Tafara Phillip, club unknown, Central Arizona (JC)
Joi-Ann Thomas
Darier Malone
Joy Ann Victor, Elmore Stoutt High School (British Virgin Islands)
La Vern Fahie
Shauliqua Fahie
Keithrece Smith
Tyalia Nibbs

Guyana:
Merisa Lewis, student at Florida, Evans (Florida)
Tanika Alphonso
Sonia Rodney
Kean Andrews
Lowquantor Gibson
Shanna Chester
Ginelle Ifill, Odessa (JC)
Nichola Jacobs
Necosia Mitchell
Tamara Hunter
Timike Joseph-Derouche
Miriam McKenzie, club unknown, Loyola (MD)

Jamaica:
Tarita Gordon, club unknown, East Tennessee State
Dhanyel Johnson, Cal State Fullerton
Zandria Dell
Loreta Gordon
Rashida Aikens, club unknown, Nyack (DII)
Althea Byfield, club unknown, Texas A&M-Commerce (DII)
Christina Mitchell, club unknown, Liberty (Track and Field)
Shenneika Smith, club unknown, St. John's
Simone Jackson, club unknown, Southeast Missouri State
Yanique Gordon, Central Florida
Ladonna Lamonth
Jennifer George, Al-Qazeres (Spain), Florida

Day 1 action in Group A started with newcomers Antigua beating St. Vincent and the Grenadines 72-64 behind 30 points and 13 rebounds from Nanton. In the loss, Joseph had 21 points and 7 rebounds and Adams had 17 points and 21 rebounds. The Bahamas edged the US Virgin Islands 67-63 even without their biggest star. Armbrister had 21 points and 9 rebounds, Neely had 11 points and 8 rebounds, and Kelly had 10 points. In the loss, Matthew had 19 points, Day had 15 points and 16 rebounds, and Hamilton had 13 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=2&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN

Group B started with Jamaica beating Barbados 75-57. They did not need to bring their full strength roster to this tournament, but George had 24 points and 11 rebounds, Smith had 12 points and 8 assists, and Gordon had 12 points. In the loss, Griffith had 13 points and 7 rebounds and Atherley had 12 points and 8 rebounds. The hosts were able to enter a team for the first time as both the men's and women's tournaments are usually hosted in Tortola and they edged Guyana 64-61. Tamara Phillip led the way with 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 steals. Lewis had 23 points and 8 rebounds and McKenzie had 16 points and 17 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=1&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN

[awhom111]

The USA U16 Boys Team starts their tournament on Wednesday to try to qualify for the 2016 U17 World Championship. All of their games will be shown live and replayed on FIBA's YouTube channel and they start at 3:00pm ET against Puerto Rico.

Olek Czyz is one of the players named to Poland's preliminary roster for Eurobasket:
http://www.pzkosz.pl/aktualnosci/n/62603/

The CBC Championship for Women started with Group A action again on Tuesday as the US Virgin Islands properly welcomed Antigua and Barbuda to international basketball with a 94-31 beatdown. In the win, Brittney Matthew had 25 points, Victoria Hamilton had 13 points and 9 rebounds, Quatica Johnson had 13 points and 8 rebounds, and Natalie Day had 12 points and 7 rebounds. The Bahamas came back in the second half to beat St. Vincent and the Grenadines 62-54. Shanea Armbrister had 16 points and 8 rebounds and Philicia Kelly had 13 points in the win. In the loss, Sheldeen Joseph had 19 points and 6 rebounds, still unsigned Lorna Caesar had 11 points, and Vasha Adams had 10 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=4&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN

In Group B, Jamaica beat Guyana 70-43. In the win, Tarita Gordon had 23 points and Yanique Gordon had 15 points and 7 rebounds. Miriam McKenzie showed her pedigree in the loss with 24 points and 11 rebounds. Barbados handed the hosts their first international loss by closing out the day with a 79-49 win. Toni Atherley led the way in the win with 21 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=3&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN

[Troublemaker]

The USA U16 Boys Team starts their tournament on Wednesday to try to qualify for the 2016 U17 World Championship. All of their games will be shown live and replayed on FIBA's YouTube channel and they start at 3:00pm ET against Puerto Rico.

Box score against Puerto Rico:
http://www.fibalivestats.com/matches/18/15/75/47/76KgShRpj8miI/

Apple Valley backcourt Tre Jones and Gary Trent Jr are starters along with Duke recruit PF/C Wendell Carter Jr.

Carter Jr and guard Markus Howard off the bench seemed to have the best stat lines. Possible Duke recruit PF Jarred Vanderbilt also stuffed the box score as a starter.

[awhom111]

Group A action in the British Virgin Islands started in the second game of the day as the Bahamas won their group by beating Antigua and Barbuda 74-39. A balanced effort was led by Shanea Armbrister and Malesha Petterson with 12 points each. The US Virgin Islands then sealed their own semifinal spot with a 62-49 win over St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Their key trio did most of the damage again as Brittney Matthew had 19 points, Victoria Hamilton had 13 points and 13 rebounds, and Natalie Day had 12 points. The same trio had the strongest efforts for the losing side again as Vasha Adams had 20 points and 11 rebounds, Lorna Caesar had 14 points, and Sheldeen Joseph had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=6&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
Standings: Bahamas 3-0, US Virgin Islands 2-1, Antigua and Barbuda 1-2, St. Vincent and the Grenadines 0-3

Group B started the day as Barbados beat Guyana 81-61 to put themselves in good position to reach the semifinals. Jamila Griffith had 23 points and 8 rebounds and Toni Atherley had 10 points in the win. The two players with the most American exposure had the best efforts in the loss as Miriam McKenzie had 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 steals and Merisa Lewis had 12 points and 8 rebounds. Jamaica took control of the group by grinding down the hosts 61-28. In the win, Dhanyel Johnson had 12 points and 12 rebounds, Jennifer George had 11 points, and Althea Byfield had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=5&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11781&t=IYJSPFUFZN
Standings: Jamaica 3-0, Barbados 2-1, British Virgin Islands 1-2, Guyana 0-3

Semifinals (winners qualify for 2016 Centrobasket):
US Virgin Islands vs Jamaica
Barbados vs Bahamas

5th-8th Place:
St. Vincent and the Grenadines vs British Virgin Islands
Antigua and Barbuda vs Guyana

The USA U16 Boys rolled past Puerto Rico as expected by a 105-54 margin. Keep an eye on emerging 2017 recruit Eric Ayala, who had 17 points in the loss, with IMG Academy youngster Fabian Rial adding 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT

The Dominican Republic beat Brazil 66-58 in the other game in the group as young New Jersey high schooler Alonzo Frink had 22 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=2&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT

The other group opened the day as Canada beat Venezuela 84-55. The hosts closed the day with an 85-70 win over Mexico.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=1&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT

USA's game on Thursday against the Dominican Republic can be seen here starting at 12:45pm ET:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq9s8zl7FrM

[awhom111]

Here are the rosters for this month's Eurobasket Women tournament:

A

Czech Republic:
Katerina Bartonova, Piestanske Cajky (Slovakia)
Veronika Bortelova, Nymburk (France)
Ilona Burgrova, USK Prague (Czech Republic), South Carolina
Katerina Elhotova, USK Prague (Czech Republic)
Alena Hanusova, USK Prague (Czech Republic)
Katerina Hindrakova, Brno (Czech Republic)
Romana Hejdova, Angers (France)
Tereza Peckova, Valosun Brno (Czech Republic)
Kamila Stepanova, Landes (France)
Michaela Stejskalova, Brno (Czech Republic)
Jana Vesela, USK Prague (Czech Republic), WNBA (2010)
Tereza Vyoralova, USK Prague (Czech Republic)

France:
Ana-Maria Cata-Chitiga, Charleville-Mezieres (France)
Helena Ciak, Bourges (France)
Celine Dumerc, Bourges (France)/Atlanta Dream
Olivia Epoupa, Toulouse (France)
Sandrine Gruda, UMMC Ekaterinburg (Russia)/Los Angeles Sparks
Anael Lardy, Lattes Montpellier (France)
Sarah Michel, Nantes Reze (France)
Nwal-Endene Miyem, Bourges (France)
Paoline Salagnac, Bourges (France)
Gaelle Skrela, Lattes Montpellier (France)
Diandra Tchatchouang, Bourges (France), Maryland and drafted 20th in 2013 by San Antonio Stars
Isabelle Yacoubou, Schio (Italy), Drafted 32nd in 2012 by Atlanta Dream (was not eligible)

Montenegro:
Snezana Aleskic, Orduspor (Turkey)
Milka Bjelica, Hatay (Turkey)
Jelena Dubljevic, Galatasaray (Turkey)
Milica Jovanovic, Adana (Turkey)
Jovana Pasic, Vojvodina (Serbia)
Iva Perovanovic, Orduspor (Turkey)
Natasa Popovic, Celik, (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Kristina Rakovic, Sumadija (Serbia)
Angel Robinson, Avenida (Spain)/Seattle Storm, Georgia
Jelena Skerovic, Osmaniye (Turkey)
Jelena Vucetic, Vojvodina (Serbia)
Aleksandra Vujovic, Rivas (Spain)

Romania:
Alina Craciun, Arad (Romania)
Gabriela Cursaru, Galati (Romania)
Gabriela Irimia, Brasov (Romania)
Gabriela Marginean, Abdullah Gul University (Turkey), Drexel and WNBA (2010)
Andreea Orosz, Targoviste (Romania)
Annemarie Parau, St. Gheorghe (Romania)
Florina Pascalau, St. Gheorghe (Romania), WNBA (2008)
Elisabeth Pavel, Alba Iulia (Romania)
Claudia Pop, Gernika (Spain)
Ancuta Stoenescu, Targoviste (Romania)
Adina Stoiedin, Timisoara (Romania)
Sonia Ursu, Brasov (Romania)

Ukraine:
Tetiana Antoniuk, Horizont (Belarus)
Arina Bilotserkivska, Widzew Lodz (Poland)
Oleksandra Chek, Leon Tregor (France)
Kateryna Dorogobuzova, Gdynia (Poland)
Olga Dubrovina, Haskovo (Bulgaria)
Alina Iagupova, Astana (Kazakhstan), Drafted 34th in 2013 by Los Angeles Sparks (was not eligible)
Aleksandra Khomenchuk, Abdullah Gul University (Turkey)
Viktoria Mircheva, Calais (France)
Kateryna Rymarenko, ROW Rybnik (Poland)
Olena Samburska, Arad (Romania)
Viktoria Shmatova, Okzhetpes (Kazakhstan)
Evgenia Spitkovska, Okzhetpes (Kazakhstan)

B

Belarus:
Lindsey Harding, Edirnespor (Turkey), Duke and WNBA (2007-2014)
Maryna Ivashchanka, Liepaja (Latvia)
Yelena Leuchanka, Yakin Dogu University (Turkey), West Virginia and WNBA (2006-2007, 2010, and 2012)
Tatsiana Likhtarovich, Horizont (Belarus)
Svetlana Kudrashova, Horizont (Belarus)
Maryia Papova, Minsk (Belarus)
Yuliya Rytsikava, Horizont (Belarus)
Katerina Snytsina, Canik (Turkey)
Natalya Trafimava, Horizont (Belarus)
Tatyana Troina, Horizont (Belarus), South Carolina
Anastasiya Verameyenka, Horizont (Belarus)
Olga Ziuzkova, Minsk (Belarus)

Greece:
Olga Chatzinikolaou, Proteas (Greece)
Eleanna Christinaki, Athinaikos (Greece), Signed with Florida
Zoi Dimitrakou, Nadezhda Orenburg (Russia)
Maria Fasoula, Proteas (Greece)
Anastassia Gkotzi, Ellinikou (Greece)
Styliani Kaltsidou, Tarbes (France)
Afroditi Kosma, Ellinikou (Greece)
Iouliti Lymoura, Proteas (Greece)
Angeliki Nikolopoulou, Proteas (Greece)
Pelagia Papamichail, Ellinikou (Greece)
Aikaterina Sotiriou, Proteas (Greece)
Artemis Spanou, Istanbul University (Turkey), Robert Morris

Italy:
Chiara Consolini, Umbertide (Italy)
Martina Crippa, Lucca (Italy)
Francesca Dotto, Venezia (Italy)
Martina Fassina, Napoli (Italy)
Alessandra Formica, Venezia (Italy)
Giulia Gatti, Schio (Italy)
Gaia Gorini, Ragusa (Italy)
Maria Laterza, Sesto San Giovanni (Italy), Marist
Raffaella Masciadri, Schio (Italy), WNBA (2004-2005 and 2008)
Kathrin Ress, Schio (Italy), Boston College and WNBA (2007)
Giorgia Sottana, Schio (Italy)
Ilaria Zanoni, Umea (Sweden)

Poland:
Marta Jujka, Siedlce (Poland)
Ewelina Kobryn, UMMC Ekaterinburg (Russia), WNBA (2011-2012 and 2014)
Martyna Koc, Artego Bydgoszcz (Poland)
Katarzyna Krezel, Artego Bydgoszcz (Poland), UTEP
Magdalena Leciejewska, Sleza Wroclaw (Poland)
Julie McBride, Artego Bydgoszcz (Poland), Syracuse
Elzbieta Miedzik, Artego Bydgoszcz (Poland)
Malgorzota Misiuk, Torun (Poland)
Dominika Owczarzak, Polkowice (Poland)
Paulina Pawlak, Sleza Wroclaw (Poland)
Agnieszka Skobel, Wisla Krakow (Poland)
Justyna Zurowska, Wisla Krakow (Poland)

Turkey:
Isil Alben, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)
Bahar Caglar, Galatasaray (Turkey)
Olcay Cakir, Fenerbahce (Turkey), Drafted 27th in 2013 by New York Liberty
Tugce Canitez, Fenerbahce (Turkey), Westmont (NAIA)
Ayse Cora, Edirnespor (Turkey)
Pinar Demirok, Abdullah Gul University (Turkey)
Saziye Ivegin, Istanbul University (Turkey)
Cansu Koksal, Fenerbahce (Turkey)
LaToya Pringle, Abdullah Gul University (Turkey), UNC and WNBA (2008-2009 and 2011-2012)
Tilbe Senyurek, Botas (Turkey)
Birsel Vardarli, Fenerbahce (Turkey)
Nevriye Yilmaz, Galatasaray (Turkey), WNBA (2003-2004)

C

Croatia:
Ana-Marija Begic, Medvescak (Croatia)
Iva Borovic, Medvescak (Croatia)
Iva Ciglar, Sopron (Hungary)
Ruzica Dzankic, Medvescak (Croatia)
Luca Ivankovic, Edirnespor (Turkey)
Jelena Ivezic, Ragusa (Italy)
Mirna Mazic, Abdullah Gul University (Turkey), Richmond
Carmen Miloglav, Dubrovnik (Croatia), FIU
Iva Sliskovic, Schio (Italy), South Carolina
Ivana Tikvic, Medvescak (Croatia)
Iva Todorovic, Medvescak (Croatia)

Great Britain:
Dominique Allen, Ostrava (Czech Republic), Oral Roberts
Jay-Ann Bravo-Harriott, Toledo
Ella Clark, Zamarat (Spain), Long Beach State
Stefanie Collins, Cardiff Archers (United Kingdom), St. Bonaventure
Temi Fagbenle, Harvard, graduate transfer to USC
Stephanie Gandy, Sheffield Hatters (United Kingdom), Michigan
Chantelle Handy, Ormanspot (Turkey), Marshall
Erin McGarrachan, Houston Baptist
Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby, Lafayette
Eilidh Simpson, St. Francis (NY)
Azania Stewart, Pecsi (Hungary), Florida
Rachael Vanderwal, Gernika (Spain), Boston University

Latvia:
Kate Aizsila, RSU Merks (Latvia)
Gunta Basko, Landes (France), Siena
Zane Eglite, RSU Merks (Latvia)
Anete Jekabsone, Dynamo Kursk (Russia), WNBA (2009-2010 and 2014)
Ieva Kulite, TTT Riga (Latvia)
Kitija Laksa, TTT Riga (Latvia)
Dita Liepkalne, Bembibre (Spain), Hawaii
Zenta Melnika, TTT Riga (Latvia)
Aija Putnina, San Martino di Lupari (Italy), Colorado
Dita Rozenberga, San Salvatore (Italy)
Anete Steinberga, Castors Braine (Belgium), UTEP
Kristine Vitola, Zaragoza (Spain), UTEP

Russia:
Elena Beglova, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)
Evgenia Belyakova, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)
Elena Kirillova, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)
Marina Kuzina, Dynamo Kursk (Russia), Drafted 40th in 2006 by Indiana Fever
Anastasia Logunova, Chevakata Vologda (Russia)
Daria Namok, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Irina Osipova, Dynamo Kursk (Russia), WNBA (2006)
Epiphanny Prince, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)/New York Liberty, Rutgers
Liudmila Sapova, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)
Ksenia Tikhonenko, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Maria Vadeeva, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Natalia Vieru, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)

Serbia:
Tijana Ajdukovic, Torun (Poland)
Dajana Butulija, Sallen (Sweden)
Sasa Cado, Canik (Turkey)
Ana Dabovic, Ormanspor (Turkey)/Los Angeles Sparks
Milica Dabovic, Lyon (France)
Nevena Jovanovic, Pecs (Hungary)
Sara Krnjic, Sopron (Hungary), Drafted 35th in 2011 by Washington Mystics
Jelena Milovanovic, Dynamo Kursk (Russia), WNBA (2014)
Danielle Page, Landes (France), Nebraska and WNBA (2008)
Sonja Petrovic, USK Prague (Czech Republic), WNBA (2012)
Tamara Radocaj, Gyor (Hungary)
Kristina Topuzovic, Radivoj Korac (Serbia)

D

Hungary:
Timea Czank, Miskolc (Hungary)
Zsofia Fegyverneky, no club
Bernadett Hatar, Vasas (Hungary)
Katalin Honti, Schio (Italy)
Dora Horti, Mersin (Turkey)
Tijana Krivacevic, Sopron (Hungary), Drafted 34th in 2010 by Seattle Storm
Allie Quigley, Wisla Krakow (Poland)/Chicago Sky, DePaul
Krisztina Raksanyi, Pecs (Hungary)
Zsofia Simon, Sopron (Hungary)
Anna Vajda, Gyor (Hungary)
Dorina Zele, ZTE (Hungary)
Orsolya Zsovar, Sopron (Hungary)

Lithuania:
Kristina Alminaite, Utena (Lithuania)
Monika Grigalauskyte, Fortuna (Lithuania)
Gabriele Gutkauskaite, Utena (Lithuania)
Vita Kuktiene, Girona (Spain)
Sandra Linkeviciene, Utena (Lithuania)
Kamile Nacickaite, Istanbul University (Turkey), Drexel
Santa Okockyte, Suduva (Lithuania)
Gintare Petronyte, Wisla Krakow (Poland)
Egle Siksniute, Utena (Lithuania)
Neringa Skadaite, Aistes (Lithuania)
Marina Solopova, Fortuna (Lithuania)
Inesa Visgaudaite, Konin (Poland)

Slovakia:
Dominika Baburova, Ruzomberok (Slovakia)
Barbora Balintova, Good Angels Kosice (Slovakia)
Zofia Hruscakova, Good Angels Kosice (Slovakia), Drafted 24th in 2015 by Phoenix Mercury
Beata Janoscikova, Good Angels Kosice (Slovakia)
Anna Jurcenkova, Wasserburg (Germany)
Martina Kissova, Good Angels Kosice (Slovakia)
Lucia Krc-Turbova, Piestanske Cajky (Slovakia)
Marta Palenikova, Piestanske Cajky (Slovakia)
Katarina Tetemondova, Brno (Czech Republic)
Kristi Toliver, UMMC Ekaterinburg (Russia)/Los Angeles Sparks, Maryland
Romana Vynuchalova, Samorin (Slovakia), Penn State
Zuzana Zirkova, Good Angels Kosice (Slovakia), WNBA (2003)

Sweden:
Kadidja Andersson, Sallen (Sweden), Minnesota
Anna Barthold, Northland (Sweden), St. Peter's
Binta Drammeh, Hatay (Turkey)
Elisabeth Egnell, Pecsi (Hungary), Boston College
Elin Eldebrink, Chevakata Vologda (Russia)
Frida Eldebrink, Besiktas (Turkey)
Louice Halvarsson, Pecsi (Hungary)
Danielle Hamilton-Carter, Lyon (France), Georgia Tech
Ashley Key, Hatay (Turkey), North Carolina State
Martina Staalvant, Northland (Sweden)
Josefin Vesterberg, Northland (Sweden)
Stefanie Yderstrom, Charleville-Mezieres (France), Miami

Spain:
Anna Cruz, Nadezhda Orenburg (Russia)/Minnesota Lynx
Silvia Dominguez, UMMC Ekaterinburg (Russia)
Laura Gil, Sedis (Spain)
Laura Herrera, Zaragoza (Spain)
Nuria Martinez, Galatasaray (Turkey), WNBA (2005 and 2010)
Astou Ndour, Fenerbahce (Turkey)/San Antonio Stars
Laura Nicholls, Abdullah Gul University (Turkey)
Laia Palau, USK Prague (Czech Republic)
Lucila Pascua, Conquero (Spain)
Leticia Romero, Florida State
Alba Torrens, UMMC Ekaterinburg (Russia), Drafted 36th in 2009 by Connecticut Sun
Marta Xargay, Avenida (Spain)/Phoenix Mercury

Lindsey Harding made her competitive debut for Belarus in the second game of the day in Oradea, Romania as the needed overtime to beat Italy 85-76 with both teams making big plays down the stretch in regulation. Lindsey had 16 points and 7 rebounds in 43 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka led the way as expected with 25 points and 14 rebounds. In the loss, ex-WNBA player Raffaella Masciadri had 15 points and ex-Boston College player Kathrin Ress had 11 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-2-1.html

In the other Group B game, Turkey came back to just edge Poland 57-54 thanks to the 16 point, 7 rebound performance from their naturalized player LaToya Pringle. Ewelina Kobryn delivered the biggest performance for Poland as expected, finishing with 24 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-1-1.html

In Group A, Montenegro beat the Czech Republic 71-52 as their new naturalized player Angel Robinson had 13 points and 13 rebounds. The other game in Timisoara, Romania was won by France 79-55 over Ukraine. Sandrine Gruda had 18 points and 15 rebounds in the win. In the battle between players who WNBA accidentally selected despite their ineligibility for that year's draft, Isabelle Yacoubou only had 10 points compared to Alina Iagupova's 19 points, but still won the team battle.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-2-1.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-1-1.html

In Group C, Serbia beat Latvia 76-60 with action taking place in Szombathely, Hungary. Sonja Petrovic had 19 points in her return to the national team, Jelena Milovanovic had 15 points, and Danielle Page had 10 points from the naturalized player spot. Anete Jekabsone had 11 points in the loss in her return to the fold, but Anete Steinberga reached infamy by fouling out in the first quarter after 7 minutes. Russia eased past Croatia 83-62 in the other game in the group with 16 points from naturalized player Epiphanny Prince and 13 points from Marina Kuzina. Croatia had only 11 players because their attempts at naturalization came too late as Iva Sliskovic had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-1-1.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-2-1.html

In Group D, Slovakia did enough work in the second half to beat Sweden 72-69 in Sopron, Hungary. Zuzana Zirkova showed her veteran savvy with 26 points and 6 rebounds in the win. Elisabeth Egnell, one of a number of players on the team with time spent in the United States, had 14 points in the loss. Spain beat Lithuania 72-58 in the other game in the group. They got 22 points and 12 rebounds from their second choice naturalized player Astou Ndour as well as 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists from Alba Torrens and 13 points from Anna Cruz.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-2-1.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-1-1.html

The first games in the Caribbean for the day were for placement from 5th to 8th place. St. Vincent and the Grenadines beat the hosts 71-67 to open the day. The stars took control again as Vasha Adams had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Sheldeen Joseph had 21 points and 13 rebounds, and Lorna Caesar had 11 points. Tamara Phillip did have a rather impressive 27 point, 29 rebounds, 9 assist, and 6 steal performance, but did toss in 11 turnovers in the loss. Antigua and Barbuda did score one for the newcomers by beating Guyana 68-57. Dalia Clarke, who attended Miami many years ago, had 13 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 steals in the win. Miriam McKenzie had 35 points and 6 steals, but it was not enough.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=13&n=A&r=11782&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=14&n=A&r=11782&t=IYJSPFUFZN

After the first two games were done, the important games for 2016 Centrobasket qualification started. The Bahamas came back late to knock off Barbados and grab a spot. Philicia Kelly had 18 points, young Sha-Londa Neely had 13 points, 15 rebounds, and 7 steals, and Shanea Armbrister survived a temporary benching and added 12 points. The usual suspects had the strongest games in the loss as Jamila Griffith had 12 points and 6 rebounds and Toni Atherley had 12 points. Jamaica managed to grind out a 62-51 win to qualify and send the US Virgin Islands to the third place game for the last spot next summer. In the win, Yanique Gordon had 19 points, Tarita Gordon had 18 points, and Jennifer George had 10 points and 14 rebounds. In the loss, Brittney Matthew had 13 points, Victoria Hamilton had 12 points and 14 rebounds, and Natalie Day had 11 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=16&n=A&r=11783&t=IYJSPFUFZN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=15&n=A&r=11783&t=IYJSPFUFZN

Final day games:
1st: Jamaica vs Bahamas
3rd: US Virgin Islands vs Barbados
5th: St. Vincent and the Grenadines vs Antigua and Barbuda
7th: British Virgin Islands vs Guyana

The USA U16 Boys took care of business against the Dominican Republic with a 115-51 win. Later results sealed a spot for them in the next round and a berth in next summer's U17 World Championship. Alanzo Frink was mostly kept in check with 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT

Puerto Rico beat Brazil 82-75 to make sure the United States was moving on and set up their own big game with the Dominicans, eliminating Brazil. Eric Ayala had another standout performance with 24 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=4&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT

In the other group, Canada beat Mexico 101-64. Some of these Canadians will be more familiar names in the future, so it might be a good time to start learning them. Rowan Barrett had 22 points, Noah Kirkwood had 15 points, Danilo Djuric had 14 points and 15 rebounds, Simi I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.tu had 13 points and 17 rebounds, and Andrew Nembhard had 11 points. The hosts move on with Canada after beating Venezuela 71-51. Both teams also quality for the next U17 World Championships.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=3&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT

You can watch USA vs Brazil at 5:15pm ET here on Friday:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gk1UwmcRXV0

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Lindsey Harding and Belarus won their second Eurobasket Women game 65-49 over Poland. Lindsey had 4 points and 6 rebounds in 32 minutes. Ex-UTEP player Katarzyna Krezel had 10 points and 6 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-4-2.html

In the other Group B game, Greece edged past Italy 51-46 as they finally entered proceedings. Ex-Boston College player Kathrin Ress had 13 points and 11 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-3-2.html

In Group A, the Czech Republic just managed to hold off Ukraine 80-79. Ex-South Carolina player Ilona Burgrova had 12 points in the win while mistaken draft pick Alina Iagupova still has no help after a 32 point, 6 rebound performance in the loss. Montenegro handed hosts Romania a 79-61 debut loss as naturalized player Angel Robinson had 10 points and 7 rebounds. Ex-Drexel player Gabriela Marginean had 18 points and 6 assists and the star got some help from ex-WNBA player Florina Pascalau's 12 points, but the team still fell short.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-3-2.html

In Group C, Croatia beat Latvia 67-63 despite health issues. In the win, ex-South Carolina player Iva Sliskovic had 15 points and 6 rebounds and ex-Richmond player Mirna Mazic had 13 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, ex-UTEP player Anete Steinberga had 24 points and 8 rebounds and ex-WNBA player Anete Jekabsone had 18 points and 7 rebounds. Russia rudely introduced Great Britain to the tournament by beating them 71-40. The youngest player in the tournament, Maria Vadeeva, had game highs of 13 points and 8 rebounds and ex-WNBA player Irina Osipova and naturalized player Epiphanny Prince had 10 points each. Great Britain's 12 players all have some ties to the United States and it was ex-Florida player Azania Stewart who led the way for them with 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-3-2.html

In Group D, Slovakia beat Lithuania 85-79. Naturalized player Kristi Toliver paced them with 23 points and 6 rebounds, while ex-WNBA player Zuzana Zirkova had 17 points and WNBA draft pick Zofia Hruscakova had 11 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, Lithuania's star, ex-Drexel player Kamile Nacickaite had 22 points. Hungary looked to be on their way to a win in their first game as hosts, but Sweden came back to win 72-63. In the loss, naturalized player Allie Quigley had 14 points and past WNBA draft pick Tijana Krivacevic had 12 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-3-2.html

In the Caribbean, the day started with the 7th place game. The hosts sent the fans home happy by picking up another win by beating Guyana 73-62. Tamara Phillip was the star again with 21 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists, but a special mention needs to be given out to Shauliqua Fahie, who had a productive tournament as part of a trio of 14 year old players at this tournament. In the loss, Miriam McKenzie had 22 points and 16 rebounds and Merisa Lewis had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=17&n=A&r=11784&t=IYJSPFUFZN

The next game was for 5th place as the other newcomer, Antigua and Barbuda also managed to end the tournament with a win as they beat St. Vincent and the Grenadines 57-49 with 14 points, 11 rebounds, and 9 steals from Dalia Clarke. Vasha Adams finished a strong tournament with 18 points and 14 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=18&n=A&r=11784&t=IYJSPFUFZN

Finally, the more important games started with 3rd place granting the team a chance at playing next summer for at least the slim hope of playing in the 2018 World Championships. The US Virgin Islands left no doubt by jumping on Barbados early and rolling to a 98-47 win. In the win, Brittney Matthew had 20 points, Yanique Javois had 17 points, Natalie Day had 14 points and 6 rebounds, and Akia Frett had 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 13 assists. Toni Athlerley had 11 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=19&n=A&r=11784&t=IYJSPFUFZN

The final saw Jamaica jump out to multiple solid leads only for the Bahamas to keep climbing back into the game, saving themselves for a final fourth quarter burst to stun the overwhelming favorites 55-51. In the win, Shanea Armbrister had 16 points and 7 rebounds as she looks to transition to DI basketball and Philicia Kelly added 12 points and 6 rebounds. Shenneika Smith stepped back into the forefront for Jamaica after not being asked to do much and being left well rested after several easy games for the team, but they never really got back in rhythm as she had 15 points, Tarita Gordon had 14 points and 9 rebounds, and Jennifer George had 10 points and 11 rebounds. Jamaica does move on to next summer's tournament, but this marks a second successive summer where they struggled to reach their potential. Both teams will hope to have their full strength teams available for selection as they face a tough road to make it to the 2017 tournament.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=20&n=A&r=11784&t=IYJSPFUFZN

Final Standings:
Bahamas
Jamaica
US Virgin Islands
Barbados
Antigua and Barbuda
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
British Virgin Islands
Guyana

In USA U19 Men's Team news, 3 of the 24 players initially on the tryout roster did not end up making it to Colorado Springs, so the choices get narrower for the team again.

The USA U16 team finished up the group stage of their tournament by beating Brazil 123-83.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT

In Argentina, the first game of the day in the U16 tournament was for the last spot in the semifinals and next summer's U17 World Championship. The Dominican Republic held off Puerto Rico 71-66 to grab that spot and finish behind the United States in the group. Alanzo Frink had 16 points and 11 rebounds in the win. In the loss, Eric Ayala had 22 points and 9 rebounds and Florida high schooler Jose Placer had 20 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=6&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT
Standings: United States 3-0, Dominican Republic 2-1, Puerto Rico 1-2, Brazil 0-3

In the other group, the two eliminated teams played first, with Mexico winning 88-70 over Venezuela. Canada took the top spot with a 76-62 win over the hosts. In the win, Simi I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.tu had 15 points and 8 rebounds, Ignas Brazdeikis and Danilo Djuric had 13 points and 6 rebounds each, Andrew Nembhard had 12 points, and Noah Kirkwood had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=5&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11756&t=IECLYPFCDT
Standings: Canada 3-0, Argentina 2-1, Mexico 1-2, Venezuela 0-3

5th-8th Place:
Puerto Rico vs Venezuela
Mexico vs Brazil

Semifinals:
Canada vs Dominican Republic
United States vs Argentina

The semifinal for the United States will be at 7:30pm ET on Saturday and shown on FIBA's YouTube channel again.

[awhom111]

Lindsey Harding and Belarus had their hardest game of the Group Stage, one that would probably determine the top spot as they faced Turkey, and took the challenge well with a 67-52 win. Lindsey had 13 points and 6 assists in 35 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka had 15 points and 10 rebounds to lead the team again. Ex-WNBA player Nevriye Yilmaz had 12 points and 7 rebounds and Lindsey was also able to beat a former rival in ex-UNC player LaToya Pringle, who added 10 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-5-3.html

In the other game in Group B, Greece dominated the middle quarters to beat Poland 59-50. Ex-Robert Morris player Artemis Spanou had 12 points and 10 rebounds in the win while ex-WNBA player Ewelina Kobryn had 11 points and 6 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-6-3.html

In Group A, France eventually pulled away from the Czech Republic 85-75. WNBA player Sandrine Gruda led the way with 26 points as ex-Maryland player Diandra Tchatchouang added 12 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized player Isabelle Yacoubou, one of another embarrassing ineligible draft picks made by WNBA teams, had 10 points. In the loss, ex-South Carolina player Ilona Burgrova had 17 points. Ukraine heaped more misery on hosts Romania by coming back to beat them 78-71. Alina Iagupova still needs more help and is still not a valid WNBA draft pick, but had 33 points and 7 rebounds in the win. The same players starred for the hosts as ex-WNBA player Florina Pascalau had 13 points and ex-Drexel player Gabriela Marginean had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-5-3.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-6-3.html

In Group C, Latvia beat Great Britain 67-58. In the win, ex-UTEP player Anete Steinberga had 25 points, ex-Siena player Gunta Basko had 18 points, and ex-WNBA player Anete Jekabsone had 12 points and 6 assists. In the loss, Temi Fagbenle, who is using her graduate eligibility at USC after finishing at Harvard, had 22 points, ex-Marshall player Chantelle Handy had 12 points and 6 rebounds, and ex-Boston University player Rachael Vanderwal had 11 points. Serbia beat Croatia 89-72 as ex-WNBA player Jelena Milovanovic had 18 points. In the loss, ex-Richmond player Mirna Mazic had 16 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-6-3.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-5-3.html

In Group D, Spain got everything they could handle from Slovakia, but held on to a 82-81 win. WNBA draft pick Alba Torrens had 20 points, WNBA player Anna Cruz had 14 points, and WNBA player and naturalized player Astou Ndour and incoming WNBA player Marta Xargay had 11 points each. Kristi Toliver had 22 points in the naturalized player spot, but that was not enough. Lithuania held off hosts Hungary 72-66. In the loss, naturalized player Allie Quigley had 20 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-5-3.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-6-3.html

The USA U16 Boys team took care of business in the semifinals against Argentina, winning 119-76.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=15&n=A&r=11759&t=IECLYPFCDT

In the other semifinal, Canada eased past the Dominican Republic 95-49. In the win, Rowan Barrett had 17 points and 6 rebounds, Noah Kirkwood had 13 points, and Simi I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.tu had 11 points and 12 rebounds. Alanzo Frink had 15 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=16&n=A&r=11759&t=IECLYPFCDT

Earlier in the day, Puerto Rico started the race for 5th place with an 81-70 win over Venezuela. In the win, Eric Ayala had 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists and Fabian Rial had 15 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=13&n=A&r=11757&t=IECLYPFCDT
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=14&n=A&r=11757&t=IECLYPFCDT

Final day schedule:
7th Place: Venezuela vs Mexico
5th Place: Puerto Rico vs Brazil
3rd Place: Argentina vs Dominican Republic
1st Place: United States vs Canada

The final is at 6:30pm ET and will be on FIBA's YouTube channel.

[awhom111]

Lindsey Harding and Belarus had the day off, so they could sit back and watch the rest of the proceedings in Group B to see how things were shaking out for the next round. Italy controlled the fourth quarter to beat Poland 66-55 as ex-WNBA player Raffaella Masciadri had 14 points. In the loss, ex-WNBA player Ewelina Kobryn had 17 points and 8 rebounds. Turkey was eventually able to put away Greece 61-50 thanks to 18 points and 12 rebounds from LaToya Pringle in the naturalized player spot.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-7-4.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-8-4.html

In Group A, Montenegro beat Ukraine 84-71 as Angel Robinson had 18 points and 8 rebounds as the naturalized player. Alina Iagupova continues to dominate in the tournament without help as she had 33 points and 7 rebounds and should merit some WNBA consideration even if her original selection in a draft was invalid. Romania gave the home fans hope again, but collapsed late to let France escape with a 76-67 win. WNBA player Sandrine Gruda had 16 points and 9 rebounds in the win while ex-WNBA player Florina Pascalau had 11 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-7-4.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-8-4.html

In Group C, Serbia eased past Great Britain 76-54. In the win, ex-WNBA player Sonja Petrovic had 17 points, ex-WNBA player Jelena Milovanovic had 12 points, Danielle Page had 11 points and 12 rebounds from the naturalized player spot, and incoming WNBA player Ana Dabovic had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Boston University player Rachael Vanderwal had 13 points, ex-St. Bonaventure player Stefanie Collins had 12 points, and Temi Fagbenle had 11 points and 10 rebounds as she makes the graduate transfer move from Harvard to USC. Latvia held off Russia 68-62. In the win, ex-WNBA player Anete Jekabsone had 20 points, ex-Siena player Gunta Basko had 18 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Colorado player Aija Putnina had 13 points, and ex-UTEP player Anete Steinberga had 12 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, Epiphanny Prince had 16 points and 6 assists from the naturalized player spot and ex-WNBA player Irina Osipova had 11 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-8-4.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-7-4.html

In Group D, Lithuania just managed to hang on to a 70-68 win over Sweden as ex-Drexel player Kamile Nacickaite had 15 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Miami player Stefanie Yderstrom had 14 points. Spain let Hungary stick around for a while before blowing out the hosts 69-46. In the win, Alba Torrens had 18 points and 14 rebounds as the WNBA still hopes to sign her after drafting her and Astou Ndour added 13 points and 9 rebounds from the naturalized player spot.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-7-4.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-8-4.html

The U16 day in Argentina started with Venezuela beating Mexico 80-71 for 7th place after losing to them earlier.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=17&n=A&r=11760&t=IECLYPFCDT

In the 5th place game, Brazil got revenge on Puerto Rico by beating them 62-43.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=18&n=A&r=11760&t=IECLYPFCDT

For the bronze medal, Argentina gave the home fans something to cheer about by beating the Dominican Republic 74-59. Alanzo Frink returns to high school in New Jersey with another strong performance, delivering 26 points and 8 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=19&n=A&r=11760&t=IECLYPFCDT

In the gold medal game, Canada jumped out to a 23-3 lead in the second quarter and the United States spent the rest of the game fighting back and making one big final run in the fourth quarter to win 77-60. In the loss, Simi I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.I'm a real wanker for saying this.tu had 18 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 steals and Rowan Barrett had 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=20&n=A&r=11760&t=IECLYPFCDT

Final Standings:
United States
Canada
Argentina
Dominican Republic
Brazil
Puerto Rico
Venezuela
Mexico

[Reilly]

http://www.usab.com/mens/u19/news.aspx

[awhom111]

Olek Czyz is one of the 16 players selected out of the 24 man preliminary squad set to participate in Poland's training camp in July. Marcin Gortat will be there as well, but as an example of the NBA's existing agreement with FIBA that gives the NBA rights above other leagues, will not be able to participate in practices until 5 weeks before the tournament, which will have him miss at least 11 days of activity.
Article:
http://www.pzkosz.pl/aktualnosci/n/62612/

Lindsey Harding and Belarus left Romania having taken care of business against Greece with an 82-57 win. That allows them to carry a perfect record as they move to Hungary for the rest of the tournament. Lindsey had 6 points in 31 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka had 11 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-9-5.html

In the other Group B game, Turkey managed to grind out a 50-44 win over Italy as ex-WNBA player Neyriye Yilmaz had 12 points and 6 rebounds. Ex-WNBA player Raffaella Masciadri had 13 points and 6 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-B-10-5.html
Standings: Belarus 4-0, Turkey 3-1, Greece 2-2, Italy 1-3, Poland 0-4

In Group A, France beat Montenegro 79-67 with 25 points and 8 rebounds from WNBA player Sandrine Gruda. Angel Robinson had 12 points in the loss as the naturalized player. Hosts Romania were denied one final time as they lost 82-71 to the Czech Republic. Ex-WNBA player Jana Vesela had 11 points and 6 rebounds in the win. In the loss, ex-Drexel player Gabriela Marginean had 22 points and 9 rebounds and ex-WNBA player Florina Pascalau had 14 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-10-5.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-A-9-5.html
Standings: France 4-0, Montenegro 3-1, Czech Republic 2-2, Ukraine 1-3, Romania 0-4

In Group C, Croatia held up their end of the bargain by beating Great Britain 76-70 with 17 points and 7 rebounds from ex-South Carolina player Iva Sliskovic. In the loss, ex-Boston University player Rachael Vanderwal had 20 points and Temi Fagbenle, set to be a graduate transfer from Harvard to USC, had 13 points and 10 rebounds. Russia helped Croatia and extracted revenge on Latvia by beating Serbia 77-53 to drag the Balkan country through with them. In the win, Epiphanny Prince had 14 points from the naturalized player spot and ex-WNBA player Irina Osipova had 10 points, 6 rebounds, and 13 assists. Incoming WNBA player Ana Dabovic had 15 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-9-5.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-C-10-5.html
Standings: Russia 3-1, Serbia 3-1, Croatia 2-2, Latvia 2-2, Great Britain 0-4

In Group D, Spain took the foot off the gas a bit as they held off Sweden 64-60. In the win, WNBA player Anna Cruz had 13 points, Astou Ndour had 10 points and 10 rebounds as the naturalized player, WNBA draft pick Alba Torrens had 10 points and 6 rebounds, and ex-WNBA player Nuria Martinez had 10 points. At least one of the hosts got a win as Hungary beat Slovakia 86-74. Allie Quigley finished her spell as a naturalized player with 26 points and WNBA draft pick Tijana Krivacevic added 20 points and 9 rebounds. In the loss, Kristi Toliver had 22 points as a naturalized player.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-10-5.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10168-D-9-5.html
Standings: Spain 4-0, Slovakia 2-2, Lithuania 2-2, Sweden 1-3, Hungary 1-3

After the first group stage, qualifiers from groups A and B combine to form Group E and qualifiers from groups C and D combine to form Group F. Results against other qualified teams carry over and each team plays the three teams in the group that they have not played to complete the round robin and determine qualifiers to the semifinals.
Group E Standings: Belarus 2-0, France 2-0, Montenegro 1-1, Turkey 1-1, Czech Republic 0-2, Greece 0-2
Group F Standings: Russia 2-0, Spain 2-0, Slovakia 1-1, Serbia 1-1, Lithuania 0-2, Croatia 0-2

After the women's tournament in the Caribbean last week, it was the men's turn this week as ten teams descended on Tortola in the British Virgin Islands to compete for four spots in the 2016 Centrobasket tournament that will determine some of the qualifiers for the 2017 FIBA America's Championship.

Action started in Group A, where the US Virgin Islands beat the Cayman Islands 77-65. In the win, Khallid Hart of Marist had 17 points, ex-DII player Georgio Milligan had 11 points and 9 rebounds, Angel Rivera of Stetson had 11 points and 6 rebounds, and ex-TCU player Craig Williams had 11 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Jorge Ebanks had 21 points, ex-DII player Samuel O'Garro had 13 points, ex-DII player Shaad O'Garro had 13 points, and ex-NAIA player Deandre Simpson had 10 points and 7 rebounds. The hosts closed the day by beating St. Vincent and the Grenadines 84-69. In the win, ex-NAIA player Halstead Chiverton had 18 points, ex-DII player Randy George had 16 points and 6 rebounds, ex-JC player Killven Samuel had 15 points and 6 assists, and Norville Carey of Southern Miss had 13 points and 10 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Alexus Foyle had 29 points and 7 rebounds, ex-Oral Roberts player Shawn King had 11 points and 15 rebounds, and ex-Fairleigh Dickinson player Sean Baptiste had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=2&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

In Group B, the Bahamas beat Bermuda 57-38 as ex-Louisiana Tech player Magnum Rolle had 11 points and 9 rebounds. In the other game, Antigua and Barbuda beat Guyana 80-60. In the win, ex-Louisiana Tech player Jerome Richardson had 14 points, ex-DII player Ernest Scott had 13 points and 6 rebounds, ex-DII player Lennox McCoy had 13 points, ex-NAIA player Clinton Joshua had 12 points, and NAIA player Raviel Burton had 11 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Gordon James had 19 points and 15 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=1&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

I will try to post the full rosters after each team plays a game and hopefully they get posted to the tournament website.


http://www.usab.com/mens/u19/news.aspx

Got scooped!

[awhom111]

Action in the British Virgin Islands started in Group B, where Antigua and Barbuda welcomed Suriname to international basketball by beating them 85-50. In the win, ex-Iowa player Kurt Looby had 13 points and 6 rebounds, ex-DII player Ernest Scott had 11 points and 9 rebounds, and ex-Louisiana Tech player Jerome Richardson and NAIA player Sharife Sergeant had 11 points and 6 rebounds each. Collegian Yves Goedschalk had 11 points and 6 rebounds in the loss. Later in the day, the Bahamas beat Guyana 89-69. In the win, Stetson's Kentwan Smith had 18 points and 6 rebounds, NAIA player Leon Cooper had 15 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Louisiana Tech player Magnum Rolle had 11 points and 9 rebounds, and ex-DII player Torrington Cox had 11 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Gordon James had 18 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=3&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

In Group A, St. Vincent and the Grenadines welcomed Barbados to the tournament by besting them 70-63. In the win, ex-Fairleigh Dickinson player Sean Baptiste had 21 points, ex-DII player Alexus Foyle had 19 points and 7 rebounds, ex-Oral Roberts player Shawn King had 10 points and 16 rebounds, and ex-Pacific player Nyika Williams had 10 points. In the loss, John Jones of Illinois State had 14 points. The hosts closed the day by beating the Cayman Islands 92-78. In the win, ex-DII player Kennedy Bass had 15 points and 9 rebounds, DII player Killven Samuel had 15 points and 8 rebounds, ex-NAIA player Halstead Chiverton had 13 points, Norville Carey of Southern Miss had 11 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-DII player Randy George had 10 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Samuel O'Garro had 25 points, ex-DII player Jorge Ebanks had 23 points, and ex-DII player Shaad O'Garro had 13 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=4&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

Here are the rosters to the best of my ability:

Group A:

Barbados:
Rahim Gibbons, Bulls (Barbados)
Jabar Williams, Alfred State (DIII)
Mark Bridgeman, WSC (Barbados), Gillette (JC)
Aamir Morris, Cavaliers (Barbados)
Charles Vanderpool, Pinelands (Barbados), Bridgeport (DII)
Keefe Birkett, LSC (Barbados)
Jeremy Gill, Pinelands (Barbados)
Akeem Marsh, Sonics (Barbados)
Junior Moore, Pinelands (Barbados)
John Jones, Illinois State

British Virgin Islands:
Killven Samuel, Oklahoma City (DII)
Steve Parillon, club unknown, Henderson State (DII)
Franklyn Penn
Norville Carey, Southern Miss
Kennedy Bass, club unknown, Anderson (DII)
Halstead Chiverton, club unknown, Warner (NAIA)
Dione Blyden, club unknown, Clinton (JC)
Kleon Penn, Bayamon Cowboys (Puerto Rico), McNeese State
Bjorn Caleb, club unknown, Clinton (JC)
Randy George, Charitoise (France), Henderson State (DII)
Leslie Smith
Eustace Freeman

Cayman Islands:
Joshua Dikau
Jorge Ebanks, Angra (Portugal), Daeman (DII)
Samuel O'Garro, Sol Blazers (Cayman Islands), Eckerd (DII)
Shaad O'Garro, Sol Blazers (Cayman Islands), LeMoyne-Owen (DII)
Jasen Campbell, Silver Bullets (Cayman Islands)
Davion Cotterell, Sol Blazers (Cayman Islands), Santa Clarita Christian (California)
Rashad Powery-Saunds, Vermont Tech (USCAA)
Jake Whittaker, Silver Bullets (Cayman Islands)
Deandre Simpson, Sol Blazers (Cayman Islands), Webber (NAIA)
Darrell Paddyfoot, Warriors (Cayman Islands)
Rotando Thompson, Silver Bullets (Cayman Islands)

St. Vincent and the Grenadines:
Nyika Williams, Saitama Broncos (Japan), Pacific
Steveon Taylor
Brian Ofori, University of Regina (CIS)
Quincy Jackson
Sean Baptiste, club unknown, Fairleigh Dickinson
Lezlo McKenzie
Shawn King, Le Havre (France), Oral Roberts
Akeme Smart, club unknown, McCook (JC)
Alexus Foyle, club unknown, BYU Hawaii (DII)
Burton Williams, club unknown, Queens (DII)
Cregg Friday, club unknown, Ming Chuan University (Taiwan)
Dameon Ottley

US Virgin Islands:
Angel Rivera, Stetson
Kevin Sheppard, club unknown, Jacksonville
Georgio Milligan, Coopenae (Costa Rica), Franklin and Marshall (DII)
Cuthbert Victor, Krasny Oktyabr (Russia), Murray State
Craig Williams Jr., Siarka Tarnobrzeg (Poland), TCU
LeRon Smith, Frank Phillips (JC)
Ivan Aska, Maccabi Ashdod (Israel), Murray State
Khallid Hart, Marist
Elon Howard, club unknown, SUNY Purchase (DIII)
LaRon Smith, Bethune-Cookman
Kitwana Rhymer, club unknown, UMass
Rasheed Swanston, Frank Phillips (JC)

Group B:

Antigua and Barbuda:
Kenya Achom, Flyers (Antigua and Barbuda)
Devorn Benjamin, ABBA Stars (Antigua and Barbuda)
Mario Davis, Newfield Tapers (Antigua and Barbuda), Missouri Western (DII)
Kareem Edwards, F&G Ovals (Antigua and Barbuda)
Lennox McCoy, Baldwin Braves (Antigua and Barbuda), Central Oklahoma (DII)
Raviel Burton, Missouri Valley (NAIA)
Clinton Joshua, club unknown, Campbellsville (NAIA)
Jerome Richardson, club unknown, Louisiana Tech
Gerard Henry, F&G Ovals(Antigua and Barbuda)
Kurt Looby, Panelefsiniakos (Greece), Iowa
Ernest Scott, Kolossos Rhodes (Greece), Valdosta State (DII)
Sharife Sergeant, West Virginia Tech (NAIA)

Bahamas:
Michael Bain Jr.
Tehran Cox, club unknown, High Point
Shakwon Lewis, C.I. Gibson High School (Bahamas), Covenant Christian (Georgia)
Leon Cooper Jr, West Virginia Tech (NAIA)
Kentwan Smith, Stetson
Scott Farrington, Qatar SC (Qatar), Louisiana-Lafayette)
Tavario Miller, Texas A&M
Eugene Bain, club unknown, Bellevue (NAIA)
Torrington Cox, Qatar SC (Qatar), King (DII)
David Nesbitt, Al Mina (Iraq), St. Thomas (NAIA)
Kadeem Coleby, Al Fateh (Saudi Arabia), Wichita State
Magnum Rolle, Bnei Herzliya (Israel)/Mayaguez Indians (Puerto Rico), Louisiana Tech

Bermuda:
Husayn Symonds
Yusef Riley
Christopher Crumpler, club unknown, Flagler (DII)
Shannon Thompson
Steven Simons
John Lee
Jason Simons
Jason Lowe, club unknown, Red Deer (CCAA)
Sullivan Phillips, club unknown, Washington Adventist (NAIA)
Jahvon Jones
Jonathan Lowe, club unknown, Johnson and Wales (DIII)

Guyana:
Akeem Kanhai
Dave Causway
Travis Burnett
Shelroy Thomas
Jermaine Slater
Ryan Gullen
Jason Squires
Keron McKenzie, club unknown, Armstrong State (DII)
Gordon James, club unknown, Bridgeport (DII)
Rudolph James
Chris Williams
Ryan Stephney

Suriname:
Cheraldo Beverdijk, Yellow Birds (Suriname), Impact Academy (Florida)
Xavier Elburg, De Arend (Suriname)
Yves Goedschalk, Florida National (USCAA)
Earl Sabajo, CLD (Suriname), Stockton (DIII)
Safiero Fraser, De Arend (Suriname)
Xaviro Van Ams, Yellow Birds (Suriname)
Randall Wip, De Schakel (Suriname)
Ryan Van Russel, SCVU (Suriname)
Bruce Zamuel, De Arend (Suriname), Greensboro (DIII)
Darryl Tolud, CLD (Suriname)
Roche Grootfaam, Covenant Christian (Georgia)
Sergio De Randamie, Apollo Amsterdam (Netherlands)/CLD (Suriname), Houston

[awhom111]

The USA U19 team roster has been finalized. This will be a solid test for Sean Miller to get them in championship form.
Article:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/usa-mens-u19-team-named.aspx
Roster:
http://www.usab.com/mens/u19/roster.aspx

Lindsey Harding and Belarus started Group E action in Debrecen, Hungary, facing the Czech Republic. Lindsey had a terrific game, tying the game late before they succumbed to a buzzer beating three pointer to lose 73-70. She ended up with a hyper-efficient 25 points in 37 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka had 19 points and 12 rebounds. In the win, ex-South Carolina player Ilona Burgrova had 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-E-3-1.html

Earlier in the day, Turkey easily beat Montenegro 61-41. In the win, ex-WNBA player Nevriye Yilmaz had 18 points and LaToya Pringle had 15 points and 6 rebounds as the naturalized player. France pulled away late from Greece to end the day with a 51-42 win. The duo with WNBA experience helped lead the way as Sandrine Gruda had 12 points and 6 rebounds and Celine Dumerc had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-E-1-1.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-E-2-1.html
Standings: France 3-0, Belarus 2-1, Turkey 2-1, Montenegro 1-2, Czech Republic 1-2, Greece 0-3

In the British Virgin Islands, Bermuda opened action with a 74-65 win over Guyana. In the win, ex-NAIA player Sullivan Phillips had 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists and ex-DII player Chris Crumpler had 16 points. Ex-DII player Gordon James had 22 points and 7 rebounds in the loss. Group B play continued with the Bahamas beating Suriname 72-57. In the win, ex-NAIA player Eugene Bain had 11 points and NAIA player Leon Cooper, ex-Louisiana Tech player Magnum Rolle, and ex-DII player Torrington Cox all had 10 points each. Ex-DIII player Bruce Zamuel had 11 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=5&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

Group A play started with the US Virgin Islands beating St. Vincent and the Grenadines 93-62. In the win, Khallid Hart of Marist had 21 points, ex-TCU player Craig Williams had 20 points, and ex-Murray State player Ivan Aska had 16 points. In the loss, ex-Fairleigh Dickinson player Sean Baptiste had 19 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Pacific player Nyika Williams had 14 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-DII player Alexus Foyle had 11 points and 8 rebounds. Barbados finished the day by holding off the hosts 77-76. In the loss, ex-DII player Randy George had 17 points and 10 rebounds, DII player Killven Samuel had 12 points and 7 rebounds, ex-DII player Steve Parillon had 11 points, and ex-DII player Kennedy Bass had 10 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=6&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

[SilkyJ]

The USA U19 team roster has been finalized. This will be a solid test for Sean Miller to get them in championship form.
Article:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/usa-mens-u19-team-named.aspx
Roster:
http://www.usab.com/mens/u19/roster.aspx

Thx for all the updates as always. Did none of our incoming froshies try out for the U19 team?? Is this to get them enrolled in 2nd semester of summer school?

[awhom111]

Thx for all the updates as always. Did none of our incoming froshies try out for the U19 team?? Is this to get them enrolled in 2nd semester of summer school?

None of them did. I think summer school is part of the reason (if only the tournament was a week or so earlier). Kennard is the only one who had some reporting that he turned down an invite. Given who they did invite, I think it is reasonable to assume that the others would have been at tryouts if they wanted to be.

[awhom111]

Lindsey Harding and Belarus were off as Eurobasket Women action shifted to Group F play in Gyor, Hungary. Serbia provided the buzzer beater of the day in a 76-74 win over Slovakia. Naturalized player Danielle Page had 14 points and 8 rebounds to go along with the contribution of the ex-WNBA duo as Sonja Petrovic had 15 points and Jelena Milovanovic had 11 points. In the loss, Kristi Toliver had 23 points from the naturalized player spot and ex-WNBA player Zuzana Zirkova had 16 points and 6 rebounds. In the next game, Lithuania came back to stun Russia 78-74 as ex-Drexel player Kamile Nacickaite had 19 points. In the loss, ex-WNBA player Irina Osipova had 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, Epiphanny Prince had 12 points and 6 rebounds from the naturalized player spot, and WNBA draft pick Maria Kuzina had 10 points. Spain made sure the final game of the day was not close as they crushed Croatia 95-52 with help from some current and possible future WNBA players. In the win, Marta Xargay had 16 points and 7 steals, Alba Torrens had 16 points and 6 rebounds, and Astou Ndour had 14 points and 11 rebounds as the naturalized player. Ex-South Carolina player Iva Sliskovic had 11 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-1-1.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-2-1.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-3-1.html
Standings: Spain 3-0, Russia 2-1, Serbia 2-1, Slovakia 1-2,Lithuania 1-2, Croatia 0-3

Action continued in the British Virgin Islands as teams continued to fight for the spots that keep them in the tournament and set their destinations for next summer.

In Group A, St. Vincent and the Grenadines finished their group with an 80-71 win over the Cayman Islands to open the day. In the win, ex-Fairleigh Dickinson player Sean Baptiste had 25 points and 7 assists, ex-DII player Alexus Foyle had 22 points, and ex-Oral Roberts player Shawn King had 13 points and 18 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Jorge Ebanks had 32 points and ex-DII player Samuel O'Garro had 17 points. With the hosts having their open date, the US Virgin Islands got to close the day with a 78-71 win over Barbados to seal a semifinal spot. In the win, ex-Murray State player Ivan Aska had 26 points and 9 rebounds, ex-TCU player Craig Williams had 18 points and 10 rebounds, and Khallid Hart of Marist had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=8&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=7&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

In Group B, Bermuda beat Suriname 71-50. In the win, ex-DII player Chris Crumpler had 22 points and 6 rebounds, ex-DII player Jonathan Lowe had 12 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-NAIA player Sullivan Phillips had 11 points. In the loss, ex-Houston player Sergio De Randamie had 11 points and 7 rebounds and collegian Yves Goedschalk had 11 points. The Bahamas finished off their group stage with a 69-61 win over Antigua and Barbuda to enter the semifinals in the top spot in the group as ex-NAIA player David Nesbitt had 16 points and 10 rebounds. In the loss, NAIA player Raviel Burton had 13 points and 7 rebounds, NAIA player Sharife Sergeant had 13 points, and ex-DII player Ernest Scott had 12 points
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=8&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=7&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN

[awhom111]

An injury forced another change to the U19 Men's team as Isaiah Briscoe is out and Justin Bibbs has been brought in to replace him.
Article:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/2015-mu19-add-bibbs.aspx

Lindsey Harding and Belarus were back in action and could not recover from a slow start against Montenegro to lose 77-72 to put themselves at risk of being eliminated. Lindsey had 8 points and 9 assists as she played all but 84 seconds. Yelena Leuchanka had 15 points and 13 rebounds. In the win, ex-Georgia player Angel Robinson, their newest naturalized player, had 15 points and 17 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh%2CMTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundI D_9464.gameID_10918-E-6-2.html

In the next Group E game, Greece beat the Czech Republic 74-71 to keep both teams alive until the final game. Ex-Robert Morris player Artemis Spanou had 12 points and 9 rebounds in the win while ex-South Carolina player Ilona Burgrova had 10 points and 9 rebounds in the loss. Turkey closed the day by handing France their first loss 66-56. Naturalized player LaToya Pringle had 23 points and ex-WNBA player Nevriye Yilmaz added 13 points and 7 rebounds in the win while WNBA player Sandrine Gruda had 16 points and 13 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh%2CMTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundI D_9464.gameID_10918-E-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh%2CMTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundI D_9464.gameID_10918-E-5-2.html
Standings: Turkey 3-1, France 3-1, Belarus 2-2, Montenegro 2-2, Czech Republic 1-3, Greece 1-3

In the British Virgin Islands, Group B play started with Antigua and Barbuda beating Bermuda 71-64 to grab the second spot in the group. In the win, ex-DII player Ernest Scott had 19 points and 8 rebounds, ex-Louisiana Tech player Jerome Richardson had 14 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-DII player Lennox McCoy had 13 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Chris Crumpler had 15 points and 6 rebounds, ex-NAIA player Sullivan Phillips had 13 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-DIII player Jonathan Lowe had 10 points. Suriname finally put it all together to get their first win in rejoining the international basketball community, impressively beating their neighbors Guyana 81-48, In the win, ex-Houston player Sergio De Randamie had 13 points and collegian Yves Goedschalk had 12 points. Ex-DII player Keron McKenzie had 15 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=9&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=10&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
Standings: Bahamas 4-0, Antigua and Barbuda 3-1, Bermuda 2-2, Suriname 1-3, Guyana 0-4

In Group A play, Barbados beat the Cayman Islands 85-50 to stay alive. In the loss, ex-DII player Jorge Ebanks had 15 points. The last game of the night was for the top spot in the group and the US Virgin Islands beat the British Virgin Islands 89-70, but the hosts importantly managed to hang on to a semifinal berth. In the win, Khallid Hart of Marist had 20 points, ex-Murray State player Ivan Aska had 19 points and 8 rebounds, Stetson's Angel Rivera had 12 points and 7 assists, ex-DII player Georgio Milligan had 12 points, and ex-Murray State player Cuthbert Victor had 10 points and 9 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Steve Parillon had 12 points and 6 rebounds and ex-NAIA player Halstead Chiverton had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=9&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=10&r=11777&t=PTGGKRXIIN
Standings: US Virgin Islands 4-0, British Virgin Islands 2-2, Barbados 2-2, St. Vincent and the Grenadines 2-2, Cayman Islands 0-4

Saturday Games:

10th Place:
Cayman Islands vs Guyana

5th Place Playoffs:
St. Vincent and the Grenadines vs Bermuda
Barbados vs Suriname

Semifinals:
Antigua and Barbuda vs US Virgin Islands
British Virgin Islands vs Bahamas

[awhom111]

Bad news if you wanted to keep an eye on Duke players as an illness will keep Rebecca Greenwell out of the World University Games:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/2015-wwugs-team-training-begins.aspx

In Eurobasket Women Group F action, Lithuania opened the day with an 83-64 win over Croatia. In the loss, ex-South Carolina player Iva Sliskovic had 17 points and 6 rebounds and ex-Richmond player Mirna Mazic had 13 points and 6 rebounds. In the next game, Russia beat Slovakia 75-61 with Epiphanny Prince contributing 11 points and 6 rebounds from the naturalized player spot. Recent WNBA draft pick Zofia Hruscakova had 15 points in the loss. Spain eventually pulled away from Serbia to close the day with a 91-80 win. Possible future WNBA player Alba Torrens had 25 points and 8 rebounds, WNBA player Anna Cruz had 15 points, and Astou Ndour added 15 points and 12 rebounds from the naturalized player spot in the win. In the loss, ex-WNBA player Sonja Petrovic had 17 points and 8 rebounds, ex-WNBA player Jelena Milovanovic had 13 points, and incoming WNBA player Ana Dabovic had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-5-2.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-6-2.html
Standings: Spain 4-0, Russia 3-1, Lithuania 2-2, Serbia 2-2, Slovakia 1-3, Croatia 0-4

The day started in the British Virgin Islands with the 10th place game where the Cayman Islands beat Guyana 89-61. In the win, ex-DII player Jorge Garro had 24 points, ex-DII player Samuel O'Garro had 20 points and 8 rebounds, former California high schooler Davion Cotterell had 18 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-DII player Shaad O'Garro had 14 points. Ex-DII player Keron McKenzie had 12 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=21&n=A&r=11778&t=PTGGKRXIIN

The playoffs for 5th place started with St. Vincent and the Grenadines holding off Bermuda 74-73. In the win, ex-DII player Alexus Foyle had 19 points and 8 rebounds, ex-Oral Roberts player Shawn King had 17 points and 16 rebounds, and ex-Fairleigh Dickinson player Sean Baptiste had 15 points and 7 assists. Ex-DII player Chris Crumpler had 23 points and 6 assists in the loss. In the second game, Suriname beat Barbados 71-49 as ex-Houston player Sergio De Randamie had 19 points and 6 rebounds to lead his team.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=22&n=A&r=11778&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=23&n=A&r=11778&t=PTGGKRXIIN

The day concluded with the semifinals, starting with a 108-66 win for the US Virgin Islands over Antigua and Barbuda. In the win, ex-Murray State player Cuthbert Victor had 21 points and 11 rebounds, ex-Murray State player Ivan Aska had 15 points and 9 rebounds, ex-DII player Georgio Milligan had 14 points and 6 rebounds, ex-UMass player Kitwana Rhymer had 12 points and 11 rebounds, and ex-Jacksonville player Kevin Sheppard had 10 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Ernest Scott had 15 points and 8 rebounds and NAIA player Raviel Burton had 10 points. The Bahamas closed the night by beating the hosts 85-68. In the win, ex-Louisiana Tech player Magnum Rolle had 14 points, ex-NAIA player Eugene Bain had 13 points and 7 rebounds, NAIA player Leon Cooper had 13 points, ex-NAIA player David Nesbitt had 12 points and 9 rebounds, and ex-Wichita State player Kadeem Coleby had 10 points. In the loss, ex-McNeese State player Kleon Penn had 13 points and 13 rebounds, Norville Carey of Southern Miss had 13 points, and DII player Killven Samuel had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=25&n=A&r=11779&t=PTGGKRXIIN
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=24&n=A&r=11779&t=PTGGKRXIIN

Final Day Games:
7th Place: Bermuda vs Barbados
5th Place: St. Vincent and the Grenadines vs Suriname
3rd Place: British Virgin Islands vs Antigua and Barbuda
1st Place: Bahamas vs US Virgin Islands

[awhom111]

Lindsey Harding and Belarus entered their game against France knowing that they had already qualified to the next round and kept their Olympics hopes alive. They did want to move up higher in the standings and build some momentum heading into the quarterfinals, but could not do so as they lost 64-58. Lindsey had 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 assists in 38 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka had 16 points and 9 rebounds and Tatyana Troina had 10 points. In the win, invalid WNBA draft pick Isabelle Yacoubou had 14 points and 12 rebounds and Lindsey's ex-WNBA teammate Sandrine Gruda had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-E-9-3.html

Earlier in the day, Turkey grabbed the top spot in Group E by eliminating the Czech Republic 59-48. In the win, ex-WNBA player Nevriye Yilmaz had 23 points and 8 rebounds and LaToya Pringle added 12 points and 6 rebounds from the naturalized player spot. Greece jumped out to an early lead against Montenegro, but could not rest as they needed a large margin to tilt tiebreakers in their favor since they did not know what the result would be in the last game. They ended up with a 76-63 win, which was just enough to send Montenegro through as Greece had multiple final attempts at the field goal that would have sent them through. Ex-Robert Morris player Artemis Spanou had 13 points and 8 rebounds in the win and Angel Robinson had 13 points and 10 rebounds in the loss as the naturalized player.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-E-7-3.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-E-8-3.html
Standings: Turkey 4-1, France 4-1, Belarus 2-3, Montenegro 2-3, Greece 2-3, Czech Republic 1-4

It was the last day of games in the British Virgin Islands and it started with the 7th place game, where Barbados beat Bermuda 78-73. Illinois State's John Jones had 11 points and 6 rebounds in the win while ex-DII player Chris Crumpler had 27 points and ex-DIII player Jonathan Lowe had 11 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=26&n=A&r=11780&t=PTGGKRXIIN

Suriname wanted to finish their debut international tournament in style and mounted an epic comeback to beat St. Vincent and the Grenadines 87-80 to finish 5th. In the win, ex-Houston player Sergio De Randamie had 14 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists, collegian Yves Goedschalk had 14 points, and ex-DIII player Bruce Zamuel had 12 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Alexus Foyle had 23 points, ex-Oral Roberts player Shawn King had 18 points and 18 rebounds, and ex-Fairleigh Dickinson player Sean Baptiste had 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=27&n=A&r=11780&t=PTGGKRXIIN

Antigua beat out the hosts for the bronze medal with an 82-73 win. In the win, ex-DII player Ernest Scott had 24 points and 11 rebounds, NAIA player Raviel Burton had 23 points and 11 rebounds, ex-DII player Lennox McCoy had 12 points, NAIA player Sharife Sargeant had 10 points and 6 rebounds, and ex-NAIA player Clinton Joshua had 10 points. In the loss, ex-NAIA player Halstead Chiverton had 22 points and DII player Killven Samuel had 19 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=28&n=A&r=11780&t=PTGGKRXIIN

In the final, the US Virgin Islands did just enough to beat the Bahamas 71-65. In the win, Khallid Hart of Marist had 24 points, ex-Murray State player Ivan Aska had 14 points and 10 rebounds, and ex-TCU player Craig Williams had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Wichita State player Kadeem Coleby had 15 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=29&n=A&r=11780&t=PTGGKRXIIN

Final Standings:
US Virgin Islands
Bahamas
Antigua and Barbuda
British Virgin Islands
Suriname
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Barbados
Bermuda
Cayman Islands
Guyana

[awhom111]

The USA Pan American team tryouts are coming soon and we now have a coaching staff as the ones helping with training have been announced:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/15-mpag-tc-court-coaches-announcement.aspx

Both World University Games teams are having to make some late moves as Devonte Graham of Kansas is injured. Bill Self went to one of his buddies for help as they added Julian DeBose of Florida Gulf Coast, which is coached by a former Kansas assistant:
http://www.kuathletics.com/news/2015/6/20/MBB_0620153634.aspx

Lindsey Harding and her team got to sit back and watch the day's action to find out who they would face next.

Slovakia eased past Croatia 84-62 as Kristi Toliver had 23 points and 7 assists from the naturalized player spot. Ex-South Carolina player Iva Sliskovic had 16 points and 9 rebounds in the loss. Spain then took care of Russia 66-57 to remain the only unbeaten team. In the win, possible future WNBA players Alba Torrens and Marta Xargay led the way with 24 and 10 points respectively. The last game of the day was the most dramatic as Lithuania shook off a slow start to go from the possibility of elimination to second place in the group with a 73-72 win over Serbia as ex-Drexel player Kamile Nacickaite led all scorers with 21 points. In the loss, ex-WNBA player Jelena Milovanovic had 14 points, ex-WNBA player Sonja Petrovic had 12 points and 10 rebounds, and incoming WNBA player Ana Dabovic had 12 points and 6 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-7-3.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-9-3.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10918-F-8-3.html
Standings:
Spain 5-0, Lithuania 3-2, Russia 3-2, Serbia 2-3, Slovakia 2-3, Croatia 0-5

Quarterfinals:
Turkey vs Serbia
Lithuania vs Belarus
Spain vs Montenegro
France vs Russia

[awhom111]

It was a fairly quiet day internationally.

The USA U16 Girl's Team starts its tournament in Mexico at 7:00pm EDT on Wednesday. Games can be seen on YouTube starting with the first game:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkmE21qktKc

The USA U19 Men's Team is helping itself ahead of the tournament by injuring other teams after a 90-82 comeback win against Greece included an injury to DeMarcus Nelson's teammate Vasileios Charalampopoulos. Caleb Swanigan had 16 points and 6 rebounds, Jalen Brunson had 15 points and 9 assists, L.J. Peak had 13 points, Harry Giles had 12 points and 6 rebounds, Josh Jackson had 11 points and 10 rebounds, and of additional interest, Jayson Tatum had 5 points. In the win, Dimitrios Stamatis had 29 points, Dionysis Skoulidas had 10, and one of DeMarcus Nelson's other teammates Georgios Papagiannis had 10. Of possible additional interest, Konstantinos Mitoglou had 8, Tyler Dorsey had 8, and Georgios Tsalmpouris had 5. Another contender was hurt as Croatia lost presumptive starting point guard Lovro Mazalin to a broken finger, also hurting their efforts to trot out one of the taller lineups ever recorded with their incredibly deep frontcourt.
Article:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/mu19-greece-exhibition-game.aspx

Kansas made their exhibition debut in representing the United States at the World University Games, hosting Canada in Kansas City. Again, Canada is fielding a roster of only players in the CIS and no NCAA players and they held the lead at halftime before Kansas got going late and won 91-83. Frank Mason had 28 points and 6 rebounds, Perry Ellis had 17 points and 8 rebounds, Wayne Selden had 13 points and 6 assists, and Jamari Traylor had 12 points and 10 rebounds. One of the questions was how Bill Self would use the non-Kansas players and Nic Moore got 29 minutes and Julian DeBose got 9 minutes so I would expect them to be treated as regular members of the team and not emergency guys.
Boxscore:
http://sidearm.sites.s3.amazonaws.com/kuathletics.com/documents/2015/6/23/USA_v_Canada_1_.pdf?id=3451

[awhom111]

Lindsey Harding and Belarus headed to Budapest, Hungary for the rest of the tournament to keep their Olympic hopes alive. Results in the last game gave them the most favorable draw for this game, but possibly the most difficult draw with an eye towards next summer if they lost. They opened up a big halftime lead on Lithuania, and then had to hold on for dear life late in the second half to survive 68-66. Lindsey had 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists in 37 minutes. In the loss, ex-Drexel player Kamile Nacickaite had 21 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/gameID_10919-60-A-1.html

Earlier in the day, Serbia beat Turkey 75-63 after seizing control in the second half. In the win, incoming WNBA player Ana Dabovic had 31 points and ex-WNBA player Jelena Milovanovic had 15 points. In the loss, LaToya Pringle had 25 points and 10 rebounds from the naturalized player spot and ex-WNBA player Nevriye Yilmaz had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/gameID_10919-59-A-1.html

In addition to the last two quarterfinals, Thursday play will include Turkey and Lithuania facing off to stay in the Olympic qualification hunt.

The USA U19 Men's Team had another exhibition game to prepare for the weekend and beat Argentina 86-75. Harry Giles had 14 points and 8 rebounds, Terrance Ferguson and Justin Bibbs had 12 points each, and Jayson Tatum had 10 points and 6 rebounds.
Article:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/mu19-argentina-exhibition.aspx

The USA U16 Girl's Team started their quest for the championship in the Americas and qualification to the 2016 U17 World Championship. They started the tournament in Mexico with an 80-48 win over Argentina.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=2&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA

The hosts are also in Group A and opened their tournament with a 74-45 win over Honduras.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA

In the other group, Canada started the day with an 85-43 win over Cuba. Brazil then beat Venezuela 84-40.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=1&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA

Thursday's game will be in the earliest timeslot at 3:00pm EDT. It should be on YouTube again, but links are not up yet.

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores was one of the players selected to Spain's preliminary squad for the U19 World Championship. Spain generally chooses a final 12 as a preliminary squad and then adds invited players who have to really impress to knock off one of the established players. Training camp starts for them in one week.
Article:
http://www.feb.es/2015/6/25/baloncesto/talento-futuro-para-mundial-moscu/60033.aspx

Lindsey Harding and Belarus were off, but there was plenty of other action in Budapest. The day started off with one of the semifinals for fifth place and was far from meaningless with the winner still holding hopes of Olympic qualification with the loser likely out of the picture barring unusual circumstances. Turkey did enough in the second half to beat Lithuania 66-57. In the win, ex-WNBA player Nevriye Yilmaz had 17 points and 9 rebounds and LaToya Pringle had 14 points and 12 rebounds from the naturalized player spot.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10920-63-A-1.html

The first quarterfinal was a good one as Montenegro would not let Spain gain any separation, holding the lead late before Spain completed a three point play to win 75-74. Former WNBA draft pick Alba Torrens had 28 points, Astou Ndour had 12 points from the naturalized player spot, and WNBA player Anna Cruz's 12 points included the game winner. In the loss, Angel Robinson had 23 points and 7 rebounds from the naturalized player spot. The last quarterfinal was every bit as close and the ending was just as controversial as France was able to grab and hold a lead at the end due to an unsportsmanlike foul as they won 77-74. WNBA player Sandrine Gruda had 23 points and ex-WNBA player Celine Dumerc had 13 points and 9 assists in the win. Epiphanny Prince had 31 points from the naturalized player position, but could have the three points that she sunk just after the halftime buzzer.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10919-62-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10919-61-A-1.html

Friday play starts with Russia and Montenegro playing for Europe's last spot in the Olympic qualification process. Lindsey and Belarus face Serbia in the first semifinal. The big clash between France and Spain will close the day to determine the other finalist as we get down to two teams fighting for only one automatic Olympic berth.

The USA U16 Girls team continued to fight for the championship of the Americas and had two uninspiring quarters and two dominant quarters to beat Honduras 86-41.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA

Group A play also closed the day as the hosts beat Argentina 68-57. That result also helped complete the semifinal picture and the four berths from the Americas for the 2016 U17 World Championship as Mexico and the United States know that they are moving on before they play each other.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=4&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA

In the two middle time slots, Group B play took place as Brazil beat Cuba 82-50. They found out that they would be moving on to the semifinals and the 2016 U17 World Championships after Canada beat Venezuela 76-45, sending both winners through after winning their first two games.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=3&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA

The game against Mexico will close group play on Friday at 9:00pm EDT. It can be seen here live or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbKUPzKU2bQ

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Lindsey Harding and Belarus tried to push closer to the automatic Olympic berth in the EuroBasket Women semifinals against Serbia. They led for most of the game as it was close throughout, but came up just short 74-72 with a chance to tie or win at the end. In order to qualify for the Olympics, they will need to do well enough in the final global qualifying tournament next summer. Lindsey had 10 points and 6 assists in 36 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka had 22 points and 11 rebounds. In the win, incoming WNBA player Ana Dabovic had 21 points, ex-WNBA player Sonja Petrovic had 14 points and 9 rebounds, and ex-WNBA player Jelena Milovanovic had 14 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10921-65-A-1.html

The other semifinal also stayed close as France knocked off Spain 63-58. Their duo with WNBA experience led the way as Sandrine Gruda had 16 points and 12 rebounds and Celine Dumerc had 10 points. In the loss, former WNBA draft pick Alba Torrens had 13 points and incoming WNBA player Marta Xargay had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10921-66-A-1.html

Earlier in the day, there was another critical game to determine which other European team would still have a shot at the Olympics. It got close at points, but Russia was able to survive Montenegro 73-65. In the win, ex-WNBA player Irina Osipova had 12 points and 7 rebounds and Epiphanny Prince had 10 points and 6 assists from the naturalized player spot. Angel Robinson had 27 points and 9 rebounds as the naturalized player in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10920-64-A-1.html

On Saturday, Lithuania and Montenegro will play for 7th place and then Turkey and Russia will square off for 5th place and the last spot allotted to Europe for the final Olympic qualification tournament next summer. Lindsey and Belarus play Spain for 3rd place to open proceedings on Sunday and then Serbia and France will play for both the trophy and the automatic Olympic berth.

The USA U16 Girl's team eventually found their offensive rhythm and beat Mexico 85-44 to win their group.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=6&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA

The other game in the group was relatively meaningless as Argentina beat Honduras 62-52.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA
Standings: United States 3-0, Mexico 2-1, Argentina 1-2, Honduras 0-3

In Group B, the first game was meaningless as Cuba edged Venezuela 73-71. Canada won the next game 64-50 over Brazil to take the top spot in the group.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=5&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11761&t=BWOQQYFERA
Standings: Canada 3-0, Brazil 2-1, Cuba 1-2, Venezuela 0-3

The United States will play their semifinal at 7:00pm EDT on Saturday against Brazil and FIBA will eventually have the link on their YouTube channel. They will be followed by Canada and Mexico

5th Place Playoffs:
Argentina vs Venezuela
Cuba vs Honduras

The U19 World Championships start on Saturday. The United States opens Group A play against Iran at 10:45 am EDT. The game can be seen here live or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoeAdW2Dhzg

On the women's side of the U19 World Championships, the United States was forced to make a change. As suspected, Asia Durr will still be injured, so she has been replaced by Ali Patberg to keep ACC representation at the same level. Details here:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/ali-patberg-named-to-2015-usa-u19-world-championship-team.aspx

Kansas + 2 had another exhibition against Canada in Kansas City to prepare for the World University Games, winning 87-76. Wayne Selden had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Perry Ellis had 18 points and 9 rebounds, and Frank Mason had 15 points and 11 assists.
Boxscore:
http://sidearm.sites.s3.amazonaws.com/kuathletics.com/documents/2015/6/26/USA_v_Canada_2_.pdf?id=3466

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There was an unprecedented result today. Rough starts in the group stage for the U16 Girls foreshadowed a rough first half against Brazil in the second half and there was not enough time to recover and they lost 72-63. No USA team, Girls or Boys at the U16 and U17 teams has ever lost a game before and USA Basketball will not be able to claim to be champions at every age level for at least a year. As a result, they will play the third place game on Sunday at 7:00pm EDT.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=15&n=A&r=11763&t=BWOQQYFERA

Canada beat hosts Mexico 70-42 in the other semifinal.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=16&n=A&r=11763&t=BWOQQYFERA

Earlier in the day, four teams started the battle for 5th place. Argentina beat Venezuela 64-51 and then Cuba beat Honduras 59-53
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=13&n=A&r=11762&t=BWOQQYFERA
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=14&n=A&r=11762&t=BWOQQYFERA

Final day schedule:
7th: Venezuela vs Honduras
5th: Argentina vs Cuba
3rd: United States vs Mexico
1st: Brazil vs Canada

The first EuroBasket Women game of the day was a meaningless one as Montenegro beat Lithuania 89-77 for 7th place. Angel Robinson finished her first tournament as a naturalized player with 24 points and 11 rebounds in the win and ex-Drexel player Kamile Nacickaite had 28 points and 6 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10922-67-A-1.html

The key game was the next one, which was for fifth place and the final European spot that retained the possibility of Olympic qualification. The game went to overtime before Turkey edged Russia 68-66. In the win, LaToya Pringle had 28 points and 13 rebounds as the naturalized player and ex-WNBA player Nevriye Yilmaz had 15 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, tournament breakout star Maria Vadeeva, who led the team in scoring in multiple games at only 16 years old, had 19 points and 10 rebounds and Epiphanny Prince had 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 8 assists from the naturalized player spot.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10923-68-A-1.html

Play in Budapest concludes on Sunday with Lindsey Harding and Belarus facing Spain for third place followed by Serbia and France for the title and the Olympic berth.

One USA team did win today as the U19 Men's team started the World Championships with an 83-53 win over Iran in Heraklion despite a slow start. The youngsters led the way as Josh Jackson had 20 points and 10 rebounds, Harry Giles had 14 points and 9 rebounds, and Jayson Tatum had 12 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Iran-USA#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Their game on Sunday against Croatia can be seen here at 11:15 am EDT or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWUhV4DGpb8

In the other game in the group, Croatia may lose a player due to shoe contracts, but still flexed their muscle with a 111-68 win over Egypt.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Croatia-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Turkey beat Argentina 74-64. Juan Pablo Vaulet, who was just drafted, had 15 points in the loss. Spain then beat China 84-73 as Yankuba Sima, who is headed to St. John's after high school in the United States, had 10 points and 8 rebounds in the win.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Argentina-Turkey#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Spain-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group C, Italy beat Tunisia 89-62. In a battle between two teams who wished that they could field full strength teams, Canada edged Australia 74-71. In the win, Oregon's Dillon Brooks had 22 points and 6 rebounds, UNLV commit Justin Jackson had 11 points and 9 rebounds, Jadon Cohee of Seattle had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Italy-Tunisia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Canada-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group D, Serbia had a tougher time than expected against the Dominican Republic, but escaped with an 82-77 win. In the loss, Florida high schooler Andres Feliz had 26 points, New Jersey high schooler Jeromy Rodriguez had 13 points and 7 rebounds, and Kansas high schooler Yerri Flores had 12 points. Greece is waiting for their best player to get healthy, but they opened up in front of their home crowd with an 83-55 win over South Korea. In the win, Georgios Papagiannis, the former Pennsylvania high schooler who still has not decided on a collegiate future, had 16 points and 16 rebounds, Konstantinos Mitoglou of Wake Forest had 12 points and 6 rebounds, Georgios Tsalmpouris of Iowa State had 12 points, and Oregon-bound Tyler Dorsey, who just finished getting all of his clearances to play for the country of his mother, had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Dominican-Republic-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2706/Korea-Greece#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Team rosters as best as I could do are below:

A:

Croatia:
Borna Kapusta, Zabok (Croatia)
Goran Filipovic, Split (Croatia)
Ivan Majcunic, Gorica (Croatia)
Roko Badzim, Sibenik (Croatia)
Luka Bozic, Zagreb (Croatia)
Ivan Vranes, Zadar (Croatia)
Nik Slavica, Cibona (Croatia)
Dragan Bender, Maccabi Tel Aviv (Israel) on loan to Ironi Ramat Gan (Israel)
Ante Zizic, Cibona (Croatia)
Ivica Zubac, Cibona (Croatia)
Ivan Karacic, Siroki Brijeg (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Marko Arapovic, Cedevita (Croatia)

Egypt:
Mohamed Moustafa Mohamed, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Mamdouh Abdelkafy, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Basem Alian, Alexandria (Egypt)
Ahmed Metwali, Al Ittihad (Egypt)
Mahmoud Mahmoud, Somouha (Egypt)
Mohamed Taha Ibrahim Mohamed, Al Ittihad (Egypt)
Mohamed Abdelrahman, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Ahmed Mahran, Somouha (Egypt)
Elsandily Seifeldin, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Ahmed Khalaf, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Mohamed Ibrahim Younes Mohamed, Al Ittihad (Egypt)
Esam Mostafa, Al Ahly (Egypt)

Iran:
Mahyar Mehr, Mahram (Iran)
Abdolsamad Soroodi, 7 Diamond (Iran)
Navid Rezaeifar, Mahram (Iran)
Ali Allahverdi, 7 Diamond (Iran)
Mohammad Yousof Vand, Techmash (Iran)
Ali Nasiririneh, Kale (Iran)
Mohammadreza Rezaei, Techmash (Iran)
Mehdi Jafari, Chemidor (Iran)
Salar Monji, Naft (Iran)
Dro Der Ghokasian, Chemidor (Iran)
Mobin Sheikhi, Shahrdari (Iran)
Azari Amirhossein, Chemidor (Iran)

B:

Argentina
Andres Barbero, Bahiense (Argentina)
Ivan Gramajo, Lanus (Argentina)
Fernando Zurbriggen, Obras Sanitaria (Argentina)
Juan Pablo Vaulet, Bahia (Argentina), Drafted 39th in 2015 by Charlotte Hornets with rights later traded to the Brooklyn Nets
Facundo Corvalan, Ciclista (Argentina)
Martin Fernandez, Bahia (Argentina)
Maximo Fjellerup, Bahia (Argentina)
Jose Vildoza, Libertad (Argentina)
Lucio Delfino, Olimpico (Argentina)
Enzo Rupcic, Instituto (Argentina)
Rodrigo Gerhardt, Bahia (Argentina)
Lautaro Berra, Obras Sanitaria (Argentina)

China (family name first):
Shi Yi, Xinjiang (China)
Sun Minghui, Zhejiang Guangsha (China)
Zhao Rui, Hunan (China)
Zhao Yanhao, Zhejiang Guangsha (China)
Wu Yucheng, Jiangsu (China)
Yang Kai, Guangxi (China)
Zuo Zhennian, Sichuan (China)
Meng Zikai, Tianjin (China)
Shao Yinglun, Guangdong (China)
Zeng Fanri, Hunan (China)
Fu Hao, Bayi (China)
Hu Jinqiu, Zhejiang Guangsha (China)

Spain:
Francisco Alonso, Cushing Academy (Massachusetts), signed with UNC Greensboro
Pablo Perez, Valencia (Spain)
Sergi Garcia, Zaragoza (Spain)
Marc Garcia, Manresa (Spain)
Xabi Lopez, Juventut Badalona (Spain)
Jose Alberto Jimenez, Unicaja Malaga (Spain)
Xabi Oroz, Gipuzkoa (Spain)
Yankuba Sima, Elev8 Sports Institute (Florida), committed to St. John's
Ramon Vila, FC Barcelona (Spain)
Samuel Rodriguez, Nautico Tenerife (Spain)
Jacobo Diaz, Canarias Basketball Academy (Spain)
Nil Sabata, Manresa (Spain)

Turkey:
Kadir Bayram, Tofas (Turkey)
Berk Ugurlu, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey)
Dogus Ozdemiroglu, Darsussafaka (Turkey)
Yigit Arslan, Tofas (Turkey)
Tolga Gecim, Banvity (Turkey)
Ogulcan Baykan, Pertevniyal (Turkey)
Furkan Korkmaz, Anadolu Efes (Turkey)
Ege Arar, Galatsaray (Turkey)
Ayberk Olmaz, Ankara Kolejliler (Turkey)
Okben Ulubay, Anadolu Efes (Turkey)
Mehmet Alemdaroglu, Darsussafaka (Turkey)
Egemen Guven, Karsiyaka (Turkey)

C:

Australia:
George Blagojevic, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia), signed with Hartford
Kyle Clark, N W Tasmania Thunder (Australia), signed with St. Mary's
Deng Gak, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Angus Glover, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Jordan Hunter, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia), signed with St. Mary's
Tanner Krebs, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia), signed with St. Mary's
William McDowell-White, Brisbane Spartans (Australia)
Geremy McKay, Albany
Jack McVeigh, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia), signed with Nebraska
Dejan Vasiljevic, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Jack White, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Thomas Wilson, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)

Canada:
Dillon Brooks, Oregon
Brody Clarke, University of Alberta (CIS)
Jadon Cohee, Seattle
Chris Egi, Harvard
Jordan Henry, Pine Ridge High School (Canada)
Justin Jackson, Findlay Prep (Nevada), committed to UNLV
Corey Johnson, Vermont Academy (Vermont), committed to Harvard
Abu Kigab, Saint Francis (High School, Canada)
Matt Neufeld, Sunrise Christian Academy (Kansas), signed with Saint Louis
Jalen Poyser, Orangeville Prep (Canada), signed with UNLV
Nevell Provo, Pine Ridge High School (Canada), signed with Loyola (Maryland)
Drew Urquhart, Vermont

Italy:
Alberto Cacace, Stella Azzurra Roma (Italy)
Valerio Costa, Casalpusterlengo (Italy)
Gianluca Della Rosa, Pistoia (Italy)
Diego Flaccadori, Aquila Trento (Italy)
Andrea La Torre, Stella Azzurra Roma (Italy)
Jacopo Lucarelli, Livorno (Italy)
Ion Lupusor, Viola Reggio (Italy)
Martino Mastellari, Pistoia (Italy)
Andrea Gennaro Picarelli, Aurora Jesi (Italy)
Eric Ruiu, Casale Monferrato (Italy)
Luca Severini, Pistoia (Italy)
Leonardo Tote, Reyer Venezia (Italy)

Tunisia:
Mohamed Amine Aouichi, Esperance (Tunisia)
Wassef Methnani, Kairouan (Tunisia)
Achref Gannouni, Rades (Tunisia)
Eskandar Bhouri, Monastir (Tunisia)
Ahmad Dhif, Kairouan (Tunisia)
Jawhar Jawadi, Kairouan (Tunisia)
Mohamed Adam Rassil, Hammamet (Tunisia)
Mahmoud Hajri, La Goulette (Tunisia)
Ahmed Addami, Kairouan (Tunisia)
Younes Saidani, Oxford University (United Kingdom)
Jaber Ben Makhlouf, Dalia (Tunisia)
Soufiene Guebellaoui, Pierrefitte (France)

D:

Dominican Republic:
Yerri Flores, Sunrise Christian (Kansas)
Jhery Matos, Calusa Prep (Florida)
Richard Polanco, Army and Navy Academy (California)
Yeikson Montero
Cristian Duran
Weisner Perez, Morton West (Illinois), committed to Harvard
Andres Feliz, West Oaks (Florida)
Jeromy Rodriguez, Pope John XXIII (New Jersey)
Jhonatan Araujo, Calusa Prep (Florida)
Elvin Valera
Victor Pena, Calusa Prep (Florida)
Adonis Nunez

Greece:
Vasilieios Toliopoulos, Kolossos Rhodes (Greece)
Michail Lountzis, Panathinaikos (Greece)
Thomas Kottas, PAOK (Greece)
Tyler Dorsey, Maranatha (California), committed to Oregon
Konstantinos Mitoglou, Wake Forest
Vasilis Mouratos, Olympiakos (Greece)
Dionysis Skoulidas, Peristeri (Greece)
Georgios Tsalmpouris, Iowa State
Sotirios Billis, Panionios (Greece)
Dimitrios Stamatis, Panionios (Greece)
Georgios Papagiannis, Panathinaikos (Greece), Westtown (Pennsylvania)
Vasilis Charalampopoulos, Panathinaikos (Greece)

Serbia:
Ilija Djokovic, FMP Belgrade (Serbia)
Stefan Lazarevic, FMP Belgrade (Serbia)
Danilo Ostojic, FMP Belgrade (Serbia)
David Miladinovic, FMP Belgrade (Serbia)
Borisa Simanic, FMP Belgrade (Serbia)
Vanja Marinkovic, Partizan Belgrade (Serbia)
Milos Glisic, Partizan Pelgrade (Serbia)
Radovan Djokovic, Mega Vizura (Serbia)
Vojislav Stojanovic, FMP Belgrade (Serbia)
Aleksandar Aranitovic, Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)
Stefan Peno, FC Barcelona (Spain)
Vasilije Vucetic, Union Olimpija (Slovenia)

South Korea (family name first):
Byeon Jun-Hyeong, Dongguk University (South Korea)
Jang Tae-Bin, Korea University (South Korea)
Kwon Hyeok-Jun, Yongsan University (South Korea)
Yoo Hyeon-Jun, Jemulpo High School (South Korea)
Jeon Hyeon-Woo, Korea University (South Korea)
Park Jun-Young, Korea University (South Korea)
Kim Hoon, Yonsei University (South Korea)
Yang Jae-Hyeok, Kyungbok High School (South Korea)
Lee Yoon-Su, Yongsan High School (South Korea)
Song Kyo-Chang, Samil Commercial High School (South Korea)
Kim Kyeong-Won, Kyungbok High School (South Korea)
Yang Hong-Seok, Busan Jungang High School (South Korea)

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http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/usa-u19-men-dominate-croatia.aspx

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Lindsey Harding tried to end her first international tournament experience with at least a medal as Belarus faced Spain and took an early lead, before losing the bronze medal game 74-58. Lindsey had 8 points and 6 assists in 36 minutes. Yelena Leuchanka had 13 points and 15 rebounds. In the win, former WNBA draft pick Alba Torrens had 25 points and 6 rebounds, incoming WNBA player Marta Xargay had 19 points, and Astou Ndour had 18 points and 7 rebounds. Lindsey is now available to any WNBA team and will put her new passport to good use in the fall when she returns to Turkey counting as a European player and not a non-European one. Next summer Belarus will be in the Olympic qualifying tournament for five bids in the Olympics.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10924-69-A-1.html

The Eurobasket Women final was plenty exciting as Serbia beat France 76-68. In the win, incoming WNBA player Ana Dabovic had 25 points, ex-WNBA player Sonja Petrovic had 22 points and 7 rebounds, and Danielle Page had 12 points and 8 rebounds from the naturalized player spot. In the loss, WNBA player Sandrine Gruda had 16 points, ex-Maryland player Diandra Tchatchouang had 15 points, ex-WNBA player Celine Dumerc had 13 points, and Isabelle Yacoubou had 11 points and 6 rebounds. Serbia has qualified for the Olympics, joining the United States in Brazil, with the hosts likely to also get an automatic berth. France will now have to join Spain, Belarus, and Turkey in a qualification tournament next summer just to make it to Rio.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasketwomen2015.com/en/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2015.roundID_ 9464.gameID_10925-70-A-1.html

The USA U19 Men's team passed their only expected test of the first round by beating shorthanded Croatia 103-81. The young trio had another set of strong performances as Jayson Tatum had 22 points, Josh Jackson had 17 points and 10 rebounds, and Harry Giles had 14 points, with Allonzo Trier finally finding some rhythm with 17 points and Jalen Brunson adding 10 points and 8 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/USA-Croatia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the other game in the group, Egypt built a big lead on Iran and then needed to hold on in the end to win 62-59.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/Egypt-Iran#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, China beat Argentina 74-67. Juan Pablo Vaulet had 16 points and 8 rebounds in the loss as he contemplates an NBA future after the draft. Turkey reasserted itself as the age group champions of Europe with a 72-65 win over Spain. Francisco Alonso, who is headed to UNC Greensboro after finishing high school in Massachusetts, had 14 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/China-Argentina#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/Turkey-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group C, Italy edged Australia 69-67. Nebraska bound Jack McVeigh had 18 points and 6 rebounds in the loss. Canada breezed past Tunisia 93-36. In the win, UNLV signee Jalen Poyser had 22 points and 8 rebounds, Harvard commit Corey Johnson had 21 points, and Vermont's Drew Urquhart had 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/Australia-Italy#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/Tunisia-Canada#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group D, Serbia beat South Korea 113-83. The Dominican Republic had another close game, but lost again as they fell to the hosts 70-65. In the win, Wake Forest's Konstantinos Mitoglou had 14 points and 10 rebounds. In the loss, New Jersey high schooler Jeromy Rodriguez had 15 points, Florida high schooler Andres Feliz had 12 points and 6 rebounds, Florida prepster Jhonatan Araujo had 12 points, and Kansas high schooler Yerri Flores had 14 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/Serbia-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/2806/Greece-Dominican-Republic#|tab=boxscore_statistics

All of the teams now have Monday off before the last game of the first stage.

The USA U16 Girls team bounced back and battered Mexico 81-24 for the bronze medal in the Americas, holding the hosts scoreless in the final quarter for good measure.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=19&n=A&r=11764&t=BWOQQYFERA

Canada took the early lead in the final after already beating Brazil once, but the newly confident Brazilians came back to force overtime before falling 72-71.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=20&n=A&r=11764&t=BWOQQYFERA

The first game of the day was for 7th place as Venezuela beat Honduras 66-64.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=17&n=A&r=11764&t=BWOQQYFERA

For 5th place, Cuba beat Argentina 68-54.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=18&n=A&r=11764&t=BWOQQYFERA

Final Standings:
Canada
Brazil
United States
Mexico
Cuba
Argentina
Venezuela
Honduras

[awhom111]

It was a quiet day of actual game action.

The U19 Men's team will finish their group stage on Tuesday at 9:00am EDT against Egypt. It can be viewed here live or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnJcMw030_Q

Marty Pocius looks set to not play for the Lithuanian national team this summer. He has an uncertain club situation and is still recovering from injuries during the season. His presence will be missed by the team as he has always had a role off the bench and contributed in whatever way was needed without complaint.

The United States announced their Pan American Games tryout list today. With the roster basically open to everybody, it will be interesting to see how they choose to balance the final squad. There are a number of current collegians and a number of pros. Overseas royalty Bobby Brown and Keith Langford are included, which is cool to see. Langford was reportedly considering naturalization at some point and Brown was also targeted at points, so it would be cool to see them be able to represent their country. Mark Few gets a chance to reunite with Micah Downs. I was hoping that Ryan Hollins would eventually play for Jamaica with a bunch of other high profile players who constantly turn them down, but he seems to have no interest.
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/06/mpag-tc-players.aspx

[awhom111]

The USA U19 Men's team finished the group stage of the competition with a 92-50 win over Egypt. Harry Giles had 13 points and 12 rebounds, Caleb Swanigan had 13 points and 6 rebounds, Jayson Tatum had 13 points, Allonzo Trier had 11 points, and Josh Jackson had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/USA-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics

With simultaneous tipoffs for both games in the group to avoid collusion, Croatia won the other game in Group A 86-36 over Iran.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/Croatia-Iran#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: United States 3-0, Croatia 2-1, Egypt 1-2, Iran 0-3

In Group B, Spain jumped on Argentina early and rolled to a 75-51 win. UNC Greensboro bound Francisco Alonso had 10 points in the win. Turkey needed a strong second half to beat China 62-51.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/Argentina-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/China-Turkey#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Turkey 3-0, Spain 2-1, China 1-2, Argentina 0-3

In Group C, Canada took control of the group by beating Italy 78-54. In the win, UNLV commit Justin Jackson had 16 points and 7 rebounds, UNLV signee Jalen Poyser had 13 points and 6 rebounds, and Harvard commit Corey Johnson had 12 points. Australia beat Tunisia 93-64 to stay out of last place.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/Canada-Italy#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/Tunisia-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Canada 3-0, Italy 2-1, Australia 1-2, Tunisia 0-3

In Group D, the Dominican Republic finally got their elusive win by beating South Korea 102-89. In the win, Florida high schooler Andres Feliz had 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists, Kansas high schooler Yerri Flores had 19 points, New Jersey high schooler Jeromy Rodriguez had 16 points and 7 rebounds, and Harvard commit Weisner Perez had 10 points. The hosts took the top spot in the group by beating Serbia 69-60. In the win, Oregon bound Tyler Dorsey and collegiately undecided Georgios Papagiannas had 10 points and 6 rebounds each.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/Dominican-Republic-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/3006/Greece-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Greece 3-0, Serbia 2-1, Dominican Republic 1-2, South Korea.

All 16 teams now enter the single-elimination knockout phase of the competition. Here is the bracket:
United States vs Argentina
Italy vs Dominican Republic
Egypt vs Spain
Tunisia vs Greece
Croatia vs China
Canada vs South Korea
Iran vs Turkey
Australia vs Serbia

The game against Argentina can be seen at 11:15am EDT here tomorrow:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5c0QDxBjvx0

[awhom111]

The USA U19 Men's team had an easy time with Argentina in the Round of 16 as they won 93-45. Harry Giles had 17 points and 12 rebounds, Jayson Tatum had 14 points, and Allonzo Trier had 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/USA-Argentina#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The other knockout games started with Spain holding off Egypt 67-60. Turkey had a tougher than expected time with Iran, but won 73-63. Italy beat the Dominican Republic 82-73. In the loss, Florida high schooler Andres Feliz had 28 points, Florida prepster Jhonatan Araujo had 16 points and 13 rebounds, and New Jersey high schooler Jeromy Rodriguez had 13 points and 10 rebounds. Increasingly shorthanded Croatia beat China 75-68. Canada beat South Korea 100-64 after an even first quarter. In the win, UNLV commit Justin Jackson had 20 points and 7 rebounds, Dillon Brooks of Oregon had 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists, and Harvard commit Corey Johnson and Saint Louis signee Matt Neufeld had 13 points each. Australia stunned Serbia 69-56 as Nebraska signee Jack McVeigh had 18 points and 12 rebounds and St. Mary's signee Kyle Clark had 15 points. The hosts closed the day by blowing out Tunisia 100-48 as Oregon commit Tyler Dorsey had 25 points and 7 rebounds and possibly collegiate-bound Georgios Papagiannis had 10 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/Egypt-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/Iran-Turkey#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/Italy-Dominican-Republic#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/Croatia-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/Canada-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/Australia-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0107/Tunisia-Greece#|tab=boxscore_statistics

All of the teams have Thursday off before they all play three games over the weekend to end the tournament:

Brackets:

Quarterfinals:
United States vs Italy
Spain vs Greece
Croatia vs Canada
Turkey vs Australia

9th Place Playoffs:
Argentina vs Dominican Republic
Egypt vs Tunisia
China vs South Korea
Iran vs Serbia

[awhom111]

The only competitive action today was the first day of the FIBA Europe U20 Women's Championships. Like the other youth competitions, it is split in two divisions, with 3 teams moving between levels next summer depending on results this year. Division A is 16 teams, starting with 4 groups of 4 in Tinajo and Teguise on Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. Division B is a full round robin of 10 teams playing the 9 games in 11 days in Podgorica, Montenegro. There are a lot of current and future (and some former) collegians, so it is of some interest to hardcore basketball fans.

The U19 Men's quarterfinal against Italy will be on ESPNU at 11:15am EDT tomorrow. If you happen to have a livebasketball.tv account, it may be geo-blocked there, but that is not clear right now. You should still be able to watch the other three quarterfinals there though. The 9th-16th place playoff games will be on FIBA's YouTube channel.

Both World University Games teams have arrived in South Korea and had their first exhibitions. The Women's team beat Russia (current pros) 71-58. Partially Kansas beat China (mostly actual college students and not pros) 93-56. Kansas opens against Turkey on Saturday in South Korea, but it will still be Friday night here and they can be seen on ESPNU at 11:00pm EDT.

[awhom111]

The USA U19 Men's team won their quarterfinal over Italy 86-65. Jalen Brunson had 17 points, Harry Giles had 14 points and 10 rebounds, Josh Jackson had 14 points, and Jayson Tatum had 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/USA-Italy#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the other quarterfinals, Turkey beat Australia 81-70 despite 14 points from Nebraska signee Jack McVeigh. Croatia then beat Canada 84-71. In the loss, UNLV commit Justin Jackson had 20 points, Oregon's Dillon Brooks had 17 points and 6 rebounds, and Harvard commit Corey Johnson had 12 points. The hosts finally took control in the second half to beat Spain 70-59. In the win, Oregon commit Tyler Dorsey had 14 points and Wake Forest's Konstantinos Mitoglou had 11 points and 11 rebounds. St. John's commit Yankuba Sima had 22 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/Turkey-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/Croatia-Canada#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/Spain-Greece#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the fight for 9th place, there were several intra-federation battles. Argentina held off the Dominican Republic 71-66 in the battle of the Americas. In the loss, Florida high schooler Andres Feliz had 14 points and New Jersey high schooler Jeromy Rodriguez had 12 points and 9 rebounds. South Korea beat China 77-54 in the battle of Asia. Egypt beat Tunisia 81-68 in the battle of Africa. Serbia beat Iran 83-70 in the only cross federation matchup.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/Argentina-Dominican-Republic#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/China-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/Egypt-Tunisia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0307/Iran-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Brackets:

Semifinals:
United States vs Greece
Croatia vs Turkey

5th Place:
Italy vs Spain
Canada vs Australia

9th Place:
Argentina vs Egypt
South Korea vs Serbia

13th Place:
Dominican Republic vs Tunisia
China vs Iran

The United States will now face Greece in the second semifinal at 1:30pm EDT on Saturday on ESPNU. If you happen to have a livebasketball.tv account, it may also be available there with no geo-blocking as was the case today. The other semifinal will be on that website as well, but the other six games will be available on FIBA's YouTube channel.

The Women's World University Games team beat Canada 68-51 in another exhibition. Their opener against Italy will be on ESPNU at 9:00pm EDT. Due to the timezones, there may be games going on while I am posting the updates from the day before. I will try to keep updates lumped together by the actual day that the events take place on for consistency.

[Reilly]

... The United States will now face Greece in the second semifinal at 1:30pm EDT on Saturday on ESPNU ...

Sean Miller saying how this will be a tough game, that Greece led most of the way when the two played an exhibition game June 23.

Interesting to me to look back and see which USA teams have won this world championship and which have not.

http://www.usab.com/mens/u19/history.aspx

GOLD MEDALS

2013: Aaron Gordon, Jahlil Okafor, Justise Winslow, Montrezl Harrell, Rasheed Suilamon; coaches Billy D, Tony Bennett, Shaka
2009: Seth Curry, Gordon Heyward, Shelvin Mack, Klay Thompson; Jamie Dixon coach
1991: Cherokee Parks, Tony Lang; Lon Kruger coach
1983: Pearl Washington, Kenny Walker, Scott Skiles, Larry Krystkowiak; Illinois h.s. coach head coach
1979: Sleepy Floyd, James Worthy, Sam Perkins; Illnois h.s. coach head coach

SILVER MEDALS

2007: Steph Curry, Deon Thompson, Michael Beasley; Jerry Wainwright coach
1999: Casey Jacobsen, Nick Collison; Rob Evans Ariz St coach; Dave Odom assistant
1987: Stacey Augmon, Larry Johnson, Brickey, Scott Williams, Lionel S., Schintzius; Larry Brown coach, Gary Williams assistant coach
[Lost to Toni Kukoc and Vlade Divac]


FIFTH PLACE

2011: Doug McDermott; Paul Hewitt coach
2003: JJ Redick (2 games, 1 point), Kevin Pittsnogle; Ernie Kent coach

SEVENTH PLACE

1995: Wojo, Trajan, Domzalski, Vince Carter, Stephon Marbury; Kelvin Sampson coach

[roywhite]

USA getting all they can handle from Greece in U-19 semifinal.
4-point lead after 3 quarters.

Not impressed with this USA team compared to some of the teams we saw with Tyus, Justise, etc. Too many turnovers, missed foul shots, leaving shooters open (and Greece is hitting 3's)

Game is on ESPN-U as I type.

[roywhite]

USA 82 -- Greece 76 (http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/USA-Greece#tab=boxscore_statistics)

The USA team had enough to get the win. Just from my observation, there are a handful of players who carry the team -- Jalen Brunson, Jayson Tatum, Harry Giles, Josh Jackson, and Terrance Ferguson. Brunson had a huge scoring game with 30 points, but is a shoot-first guard, and no one else seemed adept at getting the ball inside. Giles is an amazing rebounder, and Tatum has all sorts of potential and ability.

Some of the USA players did very little -- big guys Swanigan and Onuaku were not impressive. Sean Miller's own guy Allonzo Trier had a poor game. The USA team did not seem particularly well-coached -- they had not adapted to the quick travel whistle common in the international game, and failed to cover Greece's 3-point shooters.

Greece had some good play, including some effective outside shooting. They appear better at 3-point shooting than fiscal management. :)

[awhom111]

The U19 final will on ESPNU at 1:30pm EDT on Sunday.

In the other semifinal, Croatia controlled the post early against Turkey and rolled to a 91-56 win.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/Croatia-Turkey#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the race for 5th place, Canada beat Australia again 66-58 as Oregon's Dillon Brooks had 19 points and 11 rebounds and UNLV commit Justin Jackson had 13 points and 10 rebounds. Italy showed that teams do want to win these games as they had an enormous comeback against Spain and then prevailed 83-77 over Spain. St. John's commit Yankuba Sima had 15 points and 6 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/Canada-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/Italy-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the battle for 9th place, Argentina beat Egypt 74-64. Serbia won their rematch over South Korea, but it was far more exciting this time as they needed overtime to win 113-109.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/Argentina-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/Korea-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

As teams tried to avoid last place, the Dominican Republic beat Tunisia 78-59. In the win, Florida prepster Jhonatan Araujo had 18 points and 10 rebounds, Kansas high schooler Yerri Flores had 17 points, Florida high schooler Andres Feliz had 11 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, and New Jersey high schooler Jeromy Rodriguez had 10 points and 7 rebounds. Younes Saidani, who does play college basketball, but in the United Kingdom for Oxford, had 11 points and 6 rebounds in the loss. Iran beat China 64-59.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/Dominican-Republic-Tunisia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0407/China-Iran#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Final day games:
1st: United States vs Croatia
3rd: Greece vs Turkey
5th: Italy vs Canada
7th: Spain vs Australia
9th: Argentina vs Serbia
11th: Egypt vs South Korea
13th: Dominican Republic vs Iran
15th: Tunisia vs China

Kansas finally got to represent both themselves and the United States in the World University Games opener. They trailed Turkey at halftime, but eventually fought their way to a 66-57 win. Wayne Selden had 19 points and 9 rebounds, Perry Ellis had 17 points and 6 rebounds, and Frank Mason had 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_01.htm

Their next game against Brazil will be on ESPNU at 7:30am EDT on Sunday.

In other Group D games, Brazil beat Chile 78-33 as ex-Colorado State player Gerson Santo had 10 points and 7 rebounds. Serbia beat Switzerland 58-41.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_02.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_03.htm

Group A is down a team with no Angola, so the only game was Germany beating China 91-64. In the win, Hans Brase of Princeton had 16 points, Maodo Lo of Columbia had 13 points, and ex-Gonzaga player Matthias Monninghoff had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_01.htm

In Group B, Mexico beat Mongolia 90-71. Canada beat Sweden 78-61. Russia edged Montenegro 63-62.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_01.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_02.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_03.htm

In Group C, Australia beat Taiwan 93-47. In the win, Mangok Mathiang of Louisville had 23 points and 11 rebounds and Peter Hooley of Albany had 15 points. DII player Ray Chen had 10 points in the loss. Alex Murphy led Finland to a 73-72 win over Japan as he had 25 points and 13 rebounds in 32 minutes. In overtime, France beat Lithuania 96-89 as ex-Florida player Will Yeguete had 19 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_01.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_02.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_03.htm

Here are the rosters as best as I could do. For non-pros, I had the university listed on the athlete's page at the games website. Some colleges around the world field pro teams, so some of the players listed may not really be students there, but just play for the team.

A

Angola:
Team is not participating

China (family name first):
Li Jun, Shandong University of Science and Technology (China)
Wang Zeqi, Beijing University (China)
Zhang Hanqi, Huaqiao University (China)
Guo Kai, Beijing University (China)
Wang Hong, Taiyuan University of Technology (China)
Liang Xiao, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (China)
Gu Yuezhuo, Civil Aviation University of China (China)
Tian Ye, Beijing University (China)
Wan Shangwei, Beijing University (China)
Zhao Rui, Beijing University (China)
Liu Hongbo, Beijing University (China)
Chen Sheng, Beijing University (China)

Estonia:
Rait-Riivo Laane, Rapla (Estonia)
Martin Paasoja, Rapla (Estonia)
Jaan Puidet, Tallinn Institute of Technology (Estonia)
Martin Dorbek, Kalev/Cramo (Estonia)
Mihkel Kirves, Parnu (Estonia)
Aleksander Kaaberma, Tallinn Institute of Technology (Estonia)
Saimon Sutt, University of Tartu (Estonia)
Janari Joesaar, Texas Pan-American
Rain Koort, Tallinn Institute of Technology (Estonia), Sunrise Christian (Kansas)
Maik-Kalev Kotsar, Audentese (Estonia)
Heivo Parrol, Audentese (Estonia)

Germany:
Hans Brase, Princeton
David Brembly, Bayreuth (Germany)
Kevin Bright, Frankfurt (Germany), Vanderbilt
Niklas Geske, Hagen (Germany)
Stephan Haukohl, Nurnberg (Germany)
Konstantin Klein, Frankfurt (Germany)
Dennis Kramer, Trier (Germany), San Diego
Maodo Lo, Columbia
Mathis Monninghoff, Trier (Germany), Gonzaga
Maurice Pluskota, Braunschweig (Germany)
Bogdan Radosavljevic, Tubingen (Germany)
Johannes Thiemann, Bamberg (Germany)

Mozambique:
Marco Geneto
Milton Caifaz
Klaus Bunguele
Aldair Mechisso
Sika Koko
Malik Conceicao
Ivan Machave
Hugo Mbilana
Egidio Zandamela
Dercio Mula
Jonas Faduco

South Korea (family name first):
Lee Jae-Do, Busan (South Korea)
Hur Ung, Wonju (South Korea)
Lee Dong-Yeop, Korea University (South Korea)
Choi Chang-Jin, Kyung Hee University (South Korea)
Lee Seung-Hyun, Goyang (South Korea)
Jeong Hyo-Geun, Incheon (South Korea)
Moon Seong-Gon, Korea University (South Korea)
Han Hee-Won, Kyung Hee University (South Korea)
Choi Jun-Young, Yonsei University (South Korea)
Kang Sang-Jae, Korea University (South Korea)
Lee Dae-Heon, Dongguk University (South Korea)
Park In-Tae, Yonsei University (South Korea)

B

Canada:
Caleb Agada, Ottawa (CIS)
Mikeal Andrews, Bishop's (CIS)
Johnny Berhanemeskel, Ottawa (CIS)
Aaron Best, Ryerson (CIS)
Mamadou Gueye, Alberta (CIS)
Jahmal Jones, Ryerson (CIS)
Chris McLaughlin, Victoria (CIS)
Tommy Nixon, British Colombia (CIS)
Jarred Ogungbemi-Jackson, Calgary (CIS)
Adika Peter-McNeilly, Ryerson (CIS)
Josh Wolfram, Thompson Rivers (CIS)
Jordan Baker, Weissenhorn (Germany), Alberta (CIS)

Mexico:
Gabriel Vazquez, Universidad de las Americas Puebla (Mexico)
Fabian Jaimes, Universidad de las Americas Puebla (Mexico)
Raul Borquez, Universidad de las Americas Puebla (Mexico)
Ricardo Calatayud, Universidad Popular Autonoma del Estado de Puebla (Mexico)
Domingo Rodriguez, Universidad Popular Autonoma del Estado de Puebla (Mexico)
Diego Borjas, Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua (Mexico)
Alejandro Villanueva, Centros de Estudios Universitarios (Mexico)
Juan Ramirez, Universidad Itaca (Mexico)
Jonathan Machado, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (Mexico)
Daniel Alejandro Soto, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey Toluca (Mexico)
Jose Luis Aguilera, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey Toluca (Mexico)
Ivan Rangel, Oklahoma Wesleyan (NAIA)

Mongolia:
Chinbat Gerel, Ih Zasag University (Mongolia)
Byambadorj Ankhbayar, Etugen University (Mongolia)
Dulguun Enkhbat, Otgontenger University (Mongolia)
Darkhantugs Batbold, Mongolian University of Science Technology (Mongolia)
Tselmeg Oyunbold, Mon-Altius Physical Education Institute (Mongolia)
Temuujin Ariunbold, Mon-Altius Physical Education Institute (Mongolia)
Gansukh Avarzed, Mon-Altius Physical Education Institute (Mongolia)
Tamjid Battuvshin, Mongolian National University (Mongolia)
Batzolboo Borgil, Mongolian University of Science Technology (Mongolia)
Davaadorj Munkhbayar, Mongolian University of Science Technology (Mongolia)
Achkhuu Barkhuu, Mongolian National Institute of Physical Education (Mongolia)
Ochirbat Otgonbayar, Mon-Altius Physical Education Institute (Mongolia)

Montenegro:
Miroslav Damjanovic, Mornar (Montenegro)
Nikola Zizic, Sutjeska (Montenegro)
Milos Latkovic, Mornar (Montenegro)
Marko Kovac, Sutjeska (Montenegro)
Masan Vrbica, Teodo Tivat (Montenegro)
Milutin Dukanovic, Istanbul Buyuksehir (Turkey)
Marko Mugosa, Zeta (Montenegro)
Radosav Spasojevic, Sutjeska (Montenegro)
Nemanja Djurisic, Georgia
Mihailo Sekulovic, Zrinjski (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Danilo Nikolic, Mega Vizura (Serbia)
Milos Pajovic, Ulcinj (Montenegro)

Russia:
Denis Zakharov, Dynamo Moscow (Russia)
Artem Komolov, Zenit St. Petersburg (Russia)
Aleksandr Gudumak, Krasnye Krylia (Russia)
Nikita Barinov, Juventus (Russia)
Victor Zaryazhko, Krasnye Krylia (Russia)
Stanislav Ilnitskiy, Khimki Moscow (Russia)
Artem Klimenko, Avtodar Saratov (Russia)
Artem Vikhrov, Zenit St. Petersburg (Russia)
Andrei Desiatnikov, Zenit St. Petersburg (Russia)
Ivan Strebkov, CSKA Moscow (Russia)
Pavel Antipov, Unics Kazan (Russia)
Mikhail Kulagin, Rossiya Novogorsk (Russia)

Sweden:
William Asplund, Clayton State (DII)
Daniel Eliasson, Sundsvall (Sweden)
William Gutenius, Sundsvall (Sweden)
Arvid Isaksson, Lulea (Sweden)
Mike Joseph, Sodertalje (Sweden)
Alexander Lindqvist, Trikalla (Greece)
Axel Nordstrom, Uppsala (Sweden)
Sebastian Norman, Lamar
Andreas Person, Boras (Sweden)
Jonathan Person, Lulea (Sweden)
Gustav Sundstrom, Norrkoping (Sweden)
Lukas Winegarner, Essex Leopards (United Kingdom), Rollins (DII)

C

Australia:
Shaun Bruce, Cairns Taipans (Australia)
Mitchell Creek, Adelaide 36ers (Australia)
Deng Deng, Baylor
Nicholas Duncan, Boise State
Hugh Greenwood, New Mexico
Peter Hooley, Albany
Mangok Mathiang, Louisville
Corey Maynard, Cairns Taipans (Australia)/Cairns Marlins (Australia), Bryant
Mitchell McCarron, Metro State (DII)/Northside Wizards (Australia)
Keanu Pinder, Hutchinson (JC)/East Perth Eagles (Australia)
Daniel Trist, Lafayette
Xavier Crooks, Winthrop

Finland:
Alex Vaenerberg, Pyrinto (Finland)
Antto Nikkarinen, Nilan (Finland)
Ilari Seppala, Kouvot (Finland)
Aleksi Akpaso, Kotka (Finland)
Joonas Lehtoranta, Kotka (Finland)
Topias Palmi, Pyrinto (Finland)
Tommi Huolila, Kataja (Finland)
Lauri Toivonen, Helsinki (Finland), Texas Pan-American
Carl Lindbom, Helsinki (Finland)
Julius Rajala, Loyola (Ill)
Alex Murphy, Florida
Joonas Caven, Delaware 87ers (D League)

France:
Lahaou Konate, Evreux (France)
Axel Julien, Hyeres Toulon (France)
Billy Ouattara, Denain (France)
Kevin Harley, Poitiers (France)
Frederic Bourdillon, Antibes (France)
Malela Mutuale, Maurienne (France)
Moustapha Fall, Monaco (France)
William Howard, Denain (France)
Vincent Poirier, Hyeres Toulon (France)
Antony Labanca, Strasbourg (France)
Yannis Morin, Cholet (France)
Will Yeguete, Le Havre (France), Florida

Japan:
Yuma Fuji, Toshiba Brave Thunders (Japan)
Jotaro Mitsuda, University of Tsukuba (Japan)
Kevin Haruyama, Toshiba Brave Thunders (Japan)
Yudai Baba, University of Tsukuba (Japan)
Kengo Nomoto, Toshiba Brave Thunders (Japan)
Leo Vendrame, Tokai University (Japan)
Yusei Sugiura, University of Tsukuba (Japan)
Shuta Hara, Kokushikan University (Japan)
Takaya Sasayama, University of Tsukuba (Japan)
Masahiro Narita, Takushoku University (Japan)
Yuya Nagayoshi, Toshiba Brave Thunders (Japan)
Ryosuke Akaishi, Takushoku University (Japan)

Lithuania:
Paulius Dambrauskas, Dzukija (Lithuania)
Saulius Kulvietis, Juventus (Lithuania)
Mindaugas Kupsas, Kalev/Cramo (Estonia)
Edgaras Ulanovas, Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)
Rokas Giedraitis, Siauliai (Lithuania)
Egidijus Mockevicius, Evansville
Vaidas Kariniauskas, Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)
Lukas Lekavicius, Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)
Tomas Dimsa, Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)
Vytenis Cizauskas, Valmiera (Latvia)
Rolandas Jakstas, Caceres (Spain)
Donatas Tarolis, Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)

Taiwan (family name first in most cases):
Su Yi-Chin, Mingdao University (Taiwan)
Huang Tsung-Hang, Mingdao University (Taiwan)
Lee Chi-Wei, Mingdao University (Taiwan)
Chen Kuan-Chuan, KKL (Taiwan)
Wu Chia-Chun, National Taiwan Sport University (Taiwan)
Chou Yi-Hsiang, Kainan University (Taiwan), Salt Lake (JC)
Hsiao Shun-Yee, National Taiwan University of Arts (Taiwan)
Hsieh Tsong-Rong, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (Taiwan)
Lee Te-Wei, Yulon (Taiwan)
Lee Kai-Yan, Tsing Wu University (Taiwan)
Ray Chen, Belmont Abbey (DII)
Kevin Hu, Chaminade (DII)

D

Brazil:
Humberto Gomes, Pinheiros (Brazil)
Deryk Ramos, Limeira (Brazil)
Arthur Da Luz, Paulistano (Brazil), San Bernardino Valley (JC)
Guilherme Pereira, Bauru (Brazil)
Gerson Santo, Mogi das Cruzes (Brazil), Colorado State
Gemerson Silva, Paulistano (Brazil)
Daniel Bordignon, Navarra (Spain)
Antonio Ferreira, Franco (Brazil)
Lucas Dias, Pinheiros (Brazil)
George Torres, Flamengo (Brazil)
Henrique Coelho, Minas (Brazil)
Leonardo Demetrio, Minas (Brazil)

Chile:
Ricardo Cardenas, Universidad de Concepcion (Chile)
Ignacio Sanino, Universidad de Valparaiso (Chile)
Diego Silva, Universidad de Las Americas (Chile)
Gabriel Sanino, Universidad de Playa Ancha (Chile)
Felipe Latorre, Universidad de Santiago de Chile (Chile)
Franco Leiva, Marne (Uruguay)
Fernando Schuler, Colo Colo (Chile)
Jorge Rodriguez, Universidad Central de Chile (Chile)
Carlos Aranda, Puerto Montt (Chile)
Antonio Pinedo, Universidad Catolica (Chile)
Sebastian Becerra, Quilicura (Chile)
Diego Valenzuela, Universidad Catolica (Chile)

Serbia:
Dusan Kutlesic, Metalac (Serbia)
Jovan Novak, Vojvodina (Serbia)
Ognjen Dobric, FMP Belgrade (Serbia)
Petar Torlak, Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions (Austria)
Djordje Drenovac, Igokea (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Stefan Pot, Ploiesti (Romania)
Sasa Avramovic, Kumanovo (Macedonia)
Nikola Pesakovic, Nea Kifisia (Greece)
Aleksandar Marelja, Oostende (Belgium)
Milan Milovanovic, Balkan (Bulgaria)
Nikola Jovanovic, USC
Nemanja Todorovic, Metalac (Serbia)

Switzerland:
Fabio Appavou, Massagno (Switzerland)
Jonathan Kazadi, Fribourg (Switzerland)
Christian Affolter, Cape Breton (CIS)
Brian Savoy, Union Neuchatel (Switzerland)
Jonathan Sztarkman, Open University of Israel (Israel)
Gardner Louissaint, Union Neuchatel (Switzerland)
Florian Steinmann, Union Neuchatel (Switzerland)
Kevin Madiamba, Roberts Wesleyan (DII)
Vincent Gaillard, Union Neuchatel (Switzerland)
Jeremy Landenbergue, Boncourt (Switzerland), Cuesta (JC)
Jonathan Dubas, Lugano Tigers (Switzerland)
Milos Bozovic, Lausanne (Switzerland)

Turkey:
Firat Toz, Yesilgiresun (Turkey)
Muhammed Baygul, TED Ankara (Turkey)
Yigit Vardal, Mersin (Turkey)
Oguzhan Sungur, Sakarya (Turkey)
Cenk Sekeroglu, Akhisar (Turkey)
Murat Erensoy, Istanbul Teknik University (Turkey)
Tugberk Gedikli, Baliksehir (Turkey)
Omer Sancakli, Akhisar (Turkey)
Pertev Onguner, Ankara (Turkey)
Ilhan Baris Gokalp, Baliksehir (Turkey)
Muhammed Dogan Senli, Besiktas (Turkey)
Sertac Sanli, Usak (Turkey)

[roywhite]

USA 79 -- Croatia 71 in OT (http://www.fiba.com/ls/#8043&11716-56-A)

Exciting finish, and a near win for Croatia in regulation. Croatia was down 1 with 4 seconds left and shooting two foul shots -- hit the first, and missed the second to send the game into OT.
US team pulled away in OT. Jalen Brunson with 14, Jayson Tatum with 13, and Harry Giles with 13 were the leading scorers. Giles was terrific on the boards with 16 rebounds, but shot a woeful 4-20 from the field. As noted after the semifinal win vs Greece, this USA team was not as dominant as some other age group teams in recent years; didn't have enough guard play.

Croatia had two good forwards, Bozic and Slavica, who finished with 23 points.

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores and Spain's U19 team had their first exhibition game today and needed a big comeback and overtime to beat Argentina 68-66. Angela led the team with 17 points in 34 minutes. Florida State signee Maria Conde added 16 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.feb.es/Documentos/Archivo/Upload/U19FARGENTINA.jpg

The United States U19 Men's boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/USA-Croatia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the 3rd place game, Turkey beat the hosts 80-71. In the loss, Tyler Dorsey had 19 points as he gets ready to head to Oregon and Konstantinos Mitoglou had 10 points and 6 rebounds as he heads back to Wake Forest:
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/Greece-Turkey#|tab=boxscore_statistics

For 5th place, Canada pounded Italy 77-44 in a group stage rematch. In the win, Oregon's Dillon Brooks had 28 points and Harvard commit Corey Johnson had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/Italy-Canada#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Australia put on a show as they beat Spain 103-72 for 7th place. A couple of St. Mary's signees led the way as Tanner Krebs had 31 points and Jordan Hunter had 14 points and Nebraska signee Jack McVeigh had 15 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/Spain-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Serbia edged Argentina 77-76 to at least go home in 9th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/Argentina-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Egypt beat South Korea 101-88 for 11th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/Egypt-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The Dominican Republic beat Iran 71-50 for 13th place. In the win, Florida high schooler Andres Feliz had 22 points and Kansas high schooler Yerri Flores had 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/Dominican-Republic-Iran#|tab=boxscore_statistics

China beat Tunisia 80-68 to stay out of last place. In the loss, Younes Saidani had 15 points and 9 rebounds as he heads to serious student athlete life at Oxford.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19/2015/0507/Tunisia-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Final Standings:
United States
Croatia
Turkey
Greece
Canada
Italy
Australia
Spain
Serbia
Argentina
Egypt
South Korea
Dominican Republic
Iran
China
Tunisia

Kansas apparently had to change uniforms to more clearly represent the United States at the World University Games. They woke up a little earlier this game to beat Brazil 81-72 and put themselves in good shape to advance and beat the finish of the last team. Wayne Selden had 23 points, Frank Mason had 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists, Hunter Mickelson had 11 points and 8 rebounds, and Jamari Traylor had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Colorado State player Gerson Santo had 24 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_06.htm

In the other Group D games, Turkey beat Switzerland 68-61 and Serbia beat Chile 69-43.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_04.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_05.htm

In Group A, China beat Mozambique 74-56. Germany then beat Estonia 70-40. In the win, ex-Gonzaga player Mathis Monninghoff had 13 points and 6 rebounds and Maodo Lo of Columbia had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_02.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_03.htm

In Group C, Alex Murphy and Finland lost 87-70 to Lithuania. Alex had 9 points in 27 minutes. In the win, Egidijus Mockevicius of Evansville had 14 points. Japan beat Taiwan 78-61. France beat Australia 71-45. In the loss, Daniel Trist of Lafayette had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_04.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_06.htm

The United States Women's World University Games team had a few things to work through, but eventually worked their way to an 80-68 win over Italy. Erica McCall had 22 points and 18 rebounds and Aerial Powers had 22 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_b_01.htm

Their next game against China is on ESPNU at 4:30am on Monday.

In the other Group B game, the Czech Republic eventually pulled away from China for a 94-71 win.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_b_02.htm

In Group A, Canada beat Hungary in double overtime 70-65. Florida State's Adut Bulgak had 24 points and 7 rebounds and Arizona State's Quinn Dornstauder had 11 points and 14 rebounds in the win. Amadea Szamosi had 10 points and 13 rebounds in the loss. The hosts opened their tournament with an 80-64 win over Mozambique.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_a_01.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_a_02.htm

In Group C, Russia beat Mexico 75-46 as Begona Faz Davalos of Fresno State had 10 points and 7 rebounds in the loss. Japan beat Sweden 71-51 despite 10 points and 13 rebounds from Ellen Nystrom of Colorado State.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_c_01.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_c_02.htm

In Group D, Australia flexed its muscles early by battering Uganda 128-31. In the win, WNBA draft pick Carley Mijovic had 22 points and 10 rebounds and WNBA draft pick Stephanie Talbot had 15 points and 7 rebounds. Taiwan beat Brazil 86-61.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_d_01.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_d_02.htm

Here are rosters as best as I could find:

A

Canada:
Wumi Agunbiade, Alba Iulia (Romania), Duquesne
Quinn Dornstauder, Arizona State
Ruth Hamblin, Oregon State
Samantha Hill, Virginia Tech
Karly Roser, Northwestern
Korissa Williams, Windsor (CIS)
Adut Bulgak, Florida State
Dakota Whyte, Wisconsin
Meg Wilson, Simon Fraser (DII)
Laura Dally, Saskatchewan (CIS)
Abigail Fogg, South Dakota
Michelle Hudyn, Missouri

Hungary:
Bettina Baksa, MTK (Hungary)
Dorottya Balla, Oral Roberts
Fruzsina Fejes, Atomeromu (Hungary)
Dora Koch, Gyor (Hungary)
Zita Martonosi, Szegedi (Hungary)
Judit Manyoky, University of Physical Education (Hungary)
Alma Nemeth, University of Physical Education (Hungary)
Regina Pap, Pecs (Hungary)
Flora Szabo, Budapest Business School (Hungary)
Amadea Szamosi, Duquesne
Szonja Vukov, MTK (Hungary)
Dorina Zele, ZTE (Hungary)

Mozambique:
Yara Pelembe, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Isabel Mavamba, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Hasman Pedro, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Almina Mulhui, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Clitan De Sousa, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Carmen Rezende, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Dionilde Cuamba, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Ludomila Rangel, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)
Alice Timba
Nilsa Chiziane, Universidade Politecnica (Mozambique)

South Korea (family names first):
Choi Jeong-Min, Dankook University (South Korea)
Park Hyun-Young, Yong In University (South Korea)
Jeong Yur-Im, Far East International University (South Korea)
Kang Kye-Lee, Hallym Polytechnic University (South Korea)
Cha Eun-Young, Jeonju Vision University (South Korea)
Park Si-Eun, University of Suwon (South Korea)
Lee Su-Yeon, Gwangju University (South Korea)
Woo Su-Jin, Gwangju University (South Korea)
Jo Eun-Jung, Yong In University (South Korea)
Jang Hye-Jeong, Hallym Polytechnic University (South Korea)
Choi Jeong-Min, Yong In University (South Korea)
Park Chan-Yang, University of Suwon (South Korea)

B

China (family names first):
Zhao Zhifang, Tianjin University of Finance and Economics (China)
Zhao Zixin, Beijing University (China)
Zhu Zhengmin, Beijing University (China)
Wu Di, Tianjin University of Finance and Economics (China)
Liu Xuan, Xi'An University of Technology (China)
Wang Rong, Beijing University (China)
Ma Jianyi, Qinghai Normal University (China)
Sun Li, Nanjing University of Posts & Telecommunications (China)
Liang Jiamei, Liaoning (China)/Shanghai Jiao Tong University (China)
Zhang Weiqianru, Beijing University (China)
Jiang Tong, Beijing University (China)
Liu Tongyi, Beijing University (China)

Czech Republic:
Lenka Bartakova, USK Prague (Czech Republic)
Beata Adamcova, Valosun Brno (Czech Republic)
Petra Zaplatova, VS Prague (Czech Republic)
Pamela-Therese Effangova, Slavia Prague (Czech Republic)
Teresa Vyoralova, USK Prague (Czech Republic)
Renata Pudlakova, VS Prague (Czech Republic)
Barbora Kasparkova, Brno (Czech Republic)
Karolina Elhotova, VS Prague (Czech Republic)
Andrea Sladkova, VS Prague (Czech Republic)
Monika Satoranska, VS Prague (Czech Republic)
Klara Vojtikova, Brno (Czech Republic)
Nada Salacova, Nymburk (Czech Republic)

Italy:
Sara Bocchetti, Napoli (Italy)
Giulia Bona, Broni (Italy)
Debora Carangelo, Venezia (Italy)
Beatrice Carta, Cagliari (Italy), Washington
Caterina Dotto, Umbertide (Italy)
Giulia Gombac, Trieste (Italy)
Francesca Melchiori, Venezia (Italy)
Marta Meroni, Costa (Italy)
Maria Miccoli, Trieste (Italy)
Giovanna Pertile, Trieste (Italy)
Alice Quarta, Torino (Italy)
Federica Tognalini, Sesto San Giovanni (Italy)

C

Japan:
Masami Honda, Iris (Japan)
Mio Shinozaki, Red Wave (Japan)
Kaede Kondo, Antelopes (Japan)
Yuka Kosuge, Koalas (Japan)
Aya Tsurumi, Hakuoh University (Japan)
Chikae Uchino, Shoin University (Japan)
Yume Negishi, Waseda University (Japan)
Rika Tanimura, University of Tsukuba (Japan)
Remi Nunira, Nara Gakuen University (Japan)
Rie Izumita, Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences (Japan)
Manami Fujioka, University of Tsukuba (Japan)
Saki Hayashi, Hakuoh University (Japan)

Mexico:
Laura Nunez, Universidad Popular Autonoma del Estado de Puebla (Mexico)
Pamela Martinez, Universidad Madero (Mexico)
Paola Estrada, Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua (Mexico)
Casandra Ascencio, Instituto Tecnologico de Monterrey Guadalajara (Mexico)
Gabriela Saad, Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua (Mexico)
Michelle Pardo, Instituto Tecnologico de Monterrey (Mexico)
Gabriela De La Rosa, Instituto Tecnologico de Monterrey (Mexico)
Gladiana Avila, Instituto Tecnologico de Monterrey (Mexico)
Rosaura Guardiola, Universidad de las Americas Puebla (Mexico)
Myriam Lara, Centro de Ensenanza Tecnica y Superior (Mexico)
Begona Faz, Fresno State
Diana Armas, Instituto Tecnologico de Monterrey Guadalajara (Mexico)

Russia:
Daria Namok, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Alexandra Stolyar, Rostov (Russia)
Evgenia Finogentova, Novosibirsk (Russia)
Maria Kaitukova, Rostov (Russia)
Viktoria Medvedeva, Ivanovo (Russia)
Anastasiya Shilova, Chevakata Vologda (Russia)
Olga Novikova, Dynamo Moscow (Russia)
Maria Davydova, Florida International
Ksenia Tikhonenko, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Olesia Sedletckaia, Chevakata Vologda (Russia)
Iulia Gladkova, Spisska Nova Ves (Slovakia)
Iulia Poluianova, Samara (Russia)

Sweden:
Louise Angel, Eos (Sweden)
Emelie Enjebo, 08 Stockholm (Sweden)
Frida Fogdemark, Telge (Sweden), Georgia Tech
Paulina Hersler, UCLA
Ulrica Holmqvist, Karlovy Vary (Czech Republic)
Anita Ilic, Telge (Sweden)
Helena Kurt, Monmouth
Tanya Massamba, Norrkoping (Sweden)
Ellen Nystrom, Colorado State
Linnea Rosendal, Blackeberg (Sweden), signed with Mercer
Josefin Vesterberg, Northland (Sweden)
Josefine von Uthmann, Eos (Sweden), St. Peter's

D

Australia:
Sara Blicavs, Bendigo Spirit (Australia)/Geelong Supercats (Australia)
Stephanie Collins, SMU
Aimie Clydesdale, Dandenong Rangers (Australia)/Dandenong Rangers (Australia)
Darcee Garbin, West Coast Waves (Australia)/Rockingham Flames (Australia)
Madeleine Garrick, Bendigo Spirit (Australia)
Alice Kunek, Dandenong Rangers (Australia)/Sandringham Sabres (Australia)
Tessa Lavey, Bendigo Spirit (Australia)/Bendigo Braves (Australia)
Carley Mijovic, Adelaide Lightning (Australia)/Waverley Falcons (Australia), drafted 30th in 2014 by Washington Mystics
Vanessa Panousis, Virginia Tech
Lauren Scherf, Dandenong Rangers (Australia)/Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Stephanie Talbot, Canberra Capitals (Australia)/Canberra Capitals (Australia), drafted 33rd in 2014 by Phoenix Mercury
Olivia Thompson, Melbourne Boomers (Australia)/Ballarat Rush (Australia)

Brazil:
Leticia Rodrigues, Maranhao (Brazil)
Raphaella Monteiro, Recife (Brazil)
Ana Oliveira, Jaragua (Brazil)
Leila Zabani, Jaragua (Brazil)
Nicolle Chirinda, America (Brazil)
Claudia Fonseca, Maranhao (Brazil)
Carolina Dos Santos, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Leidilania Da Silva, Jaragua (Brazil)
Estela Arantes, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Lorraine Silva, Faculdade Mauricio de Nassau (Brazil)
Amanda Maqueia, Bradesco (Brazil)
Barbara Souza, Barretos (Brazil)

Taiwan (family name first):
Huang Ling-Chuan, Chinese Culture University (Taiwan)
Wu Yi-Ting, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Cheng I-Hsiu, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Pan Tzu-Yin, National Taiwan Normal University (Taiwan)
Chen Tsai-Hsin, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Wei Yu-Chun, Taipower (Taiwan)
Wang Wei-Lin, Chunghua (Taiwan)
Wu Ying-Chieh, Taiyuan (Taiwan)
Huang Hsiang-Ting, Chunghua (Taiwan)
Chang Chi-Fang, Taiyuan (Taiwan)
Lin Yu-Ting, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Yang Jung, Cathay Life (Taiwan)

Uganda:
Brenda Ekone, Nkumba University (Uganda)
Stacey Lubowa, Makerere University (Uganda)
Joy Chemutai, Makerere University (Uganda)
Sylivia Nakazibwe, Makerere University (Uganda)
Aisha Nakabubi, Kampala International University (Uganda)
Rebeccah Nassiwa, Makerere University (Uganda)
Claire Lamunu, Makerere University (Uganda)
Zainah Lokwameri, Uganda Christian University (Uganda)
Babra Gimbo, Nkumba University (Uganda)
Dorothy Nabasirye, Hanyang University (South Korea)
Brendah Aujat, Makerere University (Uganda)

[MCFinARL]

USA 79 -- Croatia 71 in OT (http://www.fiba.com/ls/#8043&11716-56-A)

Exciting finish, and a near win for Croatia in regulation. Croatia was down 1 with 4 seconds left and shooting two foul shots -- hit the first, and missed the second to send the game into OT.
US team pulled away in OT. Jalen Brunson with 14, Jayson Tatum with 13, and Harry Giles with 13 were the leading scorers. Giles was terrific on the boards with 16 rebounds, but shot a woeful 4-20 from the field. As noted after the semifinal win vs Greece, this USA team was not as dominant as some other age group teams in recent years; didn't have enough guard play.

Croatia had two good forwards, Bozic and Slavica, who finished with 23 points.

Agree about Giles--a great rebounder, but he struggled to get shots in the basket even though most were from very short distance. As an offensive player he may need some work if this was a typical performance.

[awhom111]

The USA Women's World University Games team beat China 90-75 as they again needed to work to pull away from their opponents. Courtney Williams had 18 points and 8 rebounds, Mercedes Russell had 14 points and 15 rebounds, Jordin Canada and Erica McCall had 12 points each, and Aerial Powers had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_b_04.htm

The Czech Republic beat Italy 65-56 in the other Group B game.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_b_03.htm

In Group A, Hungary dominated the second half beat Mozambique 70-44 with 15 points and 11 rebounds from Amadea Szamosi of Duquesne. Canada dismantled the hosts 94-42. In the win, Quinn Dornstauder of Arizona State had 16 points and 11 rebounds, Adut Bulgak of Florida State had 16 points, and Dakota Whyte of Wisconsin had 11 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_a_03.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_a_04.htm

In Group C, Russia edged Japan 71-65 and Sweden beat Mexico 64-55 with 15 points and 15 rebounds from Ellen Nystrom of Colorado State.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_c_03.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_c_04.htm

In Group D, Taiwan pounded Uganda 100-55 and then Australia beat Brazil 85-40. In the win Vanessa Panousis of Virginia Tech and WNBA draft pick Stephanie Talbot had 14 points each.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_d_03.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_d_04.htm

In the men's tournament, it was only a partial schedule for the day. Group A action started with Estonia beating Mozambique 87-47 as Janari Joesaar of Texas Pan-American had 12 points. The hosts opened their tournament by beating China 76-62.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_04.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_05.htm

In Group B, Sweden beat Mexico 83-63 and Russia eased past Mongolia 99-33. Canada edged past Montenegro 66-63 despite 14 points and 7 rebounds from Nemanja Durisic of Georgia.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_07.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_08.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_09.htm

Both American teams play later tonight/Tuesday in South Korea, but will not be televised.

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores and the Spain U19 team finished their first exhibition tournament against Russia, losing 67-58. Angela had 11 points in 33 minutes. Maria Conde will be a rival when she gets to Florida State, but they are teammates for now and she led the team with 14 points. In the win, emerging Russian phenom Maria Vadeeva had 14 points and 14 rebounds in less than 16 minutes of play.
Boxscore:
http://www.feb.es/Documentos/Archivo/Upload/U19RUSIA.jpg
After Angela is done with the U19 team, she and a number of her teammates will immediately join the U18 team preparing for the European championship. Details are here:
http://www.feb.es/2015/7/7/baloncesto/jugadoras-para-europeo-eslovenia/60194.aspx

The United States Women's World University Games team finally really put it all together as they crushed the Czech Republic 92-54 to close out the group stage with both teams already qualified for the quarterfinals and just playing for the top spot in the group. Mercedes Russell had 18 points and 12 rebounds, Aerial Powers had 17 points and 7 rebounds, Erica McCall had 15 points and 8 rebounds, Brionna Jones had 13 points and 13 rebounds, and Courtney Williams had 12 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_b_05.htm

In the other Group B game, Italy got their first win by beating China 83-49.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_b_06.htm
Standings: United States 3-0, Czech Republic 2-1, Italy 1-2, China 0-3

In Group A, Canada beat Mozambique 65-44. In the win, Adut Bulgak of Florida State had 16 points and 10 rebounds, Quinn Dornstauder of Arizona State had 11 points, and Dakota Whyte of Wisconsin had 10 points. Hungary beat the hosts 88-55 as Amadea Szamosi of Duquesne had 14 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_a_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_a_06.htm
Standings: Canada 3-0, Hungary 2-1, South Korea 1-2, Mozambique 0-3

In Group C, Japan edged Mexico 68-64 as Fresno State's Begona Faz Davallos had 10 points and 12 rebounds in the loss. Russia beat Sweden 75-45 as Colorado State's Ellen Nystrom had 10 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_c_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_c_06.htm
Standings: Russia 3-0, Japan 2-1, Sweden 1-2, Mexico 0-3

In Group D, Brazil beat Uganda 93-59. Australia took control of the group by beating Taiwan 77-62.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_d_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_d_06.htm
Standings: Australia 3-0, Taiwan 2-1, Brazil 1-2, Uganda 0-3

Action for all 16 teams resumes on Thursday.

Quarterfinals:
Canada vs Czech Republic
Russia vs Taiwan
United States vs Hungary
Australia vs Japan

9th Place Playoffs:
South Korea vs China
Sweden vs Uganda
Italy vs Mozambique
Brazil vs Mexico

On the Men's side, it was another partial day of games, including the American team, which had an easier game against Chile and rolled 106-41. Frank Mason had 23 points, Wayne Selden had 18 points and 7 rebounds, Hunter Mickelson had 16 points, and Nic Moore had 15 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_08.htm

Their next two games will be live on ESPNU as they face Serbia at 11:00pm EDT tonight and Switzerland at 9:00pm EDT on Wednesday.

Also in Group D, Brazil beat Switzerland 100-57.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_07.htm

In Group A, the hosts rolled past Mozambique 105-69.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_06.htm

In Group C, Lithuania destroyed Taiwan 93-37 with Egidijus Mockevicius of Evansville providing 10 points and 7 rebounds. Australia beat Japan 73-58. In the win, recent New Mexico grad Hugh Greenwood had 19 points, Mangok Mathiang of Louisville had 11 points and 14 rebounds, and Mitchell McCarron, who just finished at DII Metro State had 10 points. Alex Murphy and Finland struggled again, losing 85-47 to France. Alex led his team with 14 points in 29 minutes. Joonas Caven, who played in the D League last season, had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_07.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_08.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_09.htm

[Reilly]

Anybody see the complaints from Sean Miller about the best U19 mens players not being available? I wonder why certain guys sat out. Seems like it would be a very cool experience. Glad the younger guys showed well and got the gold anyway.

[Troublemaker]

Anybody see the complaints from Sean Miller about the best U19 mens players not being available? I wonder why certain guys sat out. Seems like it would be a very cool experience. Glad the younger guys showed well and got the gold anyway.

I think you're referring to the Luke Winn article?

Here's an excerpt:
"I feel like it's my obligation as the coach at Arizona, that if one my players is invited and he's healthy, and doesn't have an academic situation, that he has to go try out," Miller said. "It brings out the best in kids because they're pushed to the limit. ... But there are a number of programs, and coaches, that did not send one player who was invited."

"It's fundamentally wrong for us to bring a team over and not have a number of players that should be here, or should have tried out, and didn't."

The U.S. starting lineup might have been completely different had all of the nation's talent been available. Miller didn't name names, but it wasn't difficult to deduce who was missing, including Duke's stable of four top-25 freshmen (Brandon Ingram, Chase Jeter, Derryk Thornton and Luke Kennard); Cal's top-five wing, Jaylen Brown; and Maryland (http://www.si.com/college-basketball/team/maryland-terrapins)'s incoming five-star center, Diamond Stone. The Americans still won gold, but the relying-on-17-year-olds model isn't sustainable over the long term.

[Troublemaker]

The U.S. starting lineup might have been completely different had all of the nation's talent been available. Miller didn't name names, but it wasn't difficult to deduce who was missing, including Duke's stable of four top-25 freshmen (Brandon Ingram, Chase Jeter, Derryk Thornton and Luke Kennard); Cal's top-five wing, Jaylen Brown; and Maryland (http://www.si.com/college-basketball/team/maryland-terrapins)'s incoming five-star center, Diamond Stone. The Americans still won gold, but the relying-on-17-year-olds model isn't sustainable over the long term.

Okay, so if it's true that Miller was subtly hinting that Duke wasn't doing all we could to support USA, I have to go into Duke-defense mode now. I'm slapping the floor.

It would be ridiculous to expect Thornton to tryout. He's not even finished taking high-school classes yet for his reclassification into 2015. Once he's done with that, he has a lot of catching up to do wrt learning about Duke and figuring out his place on the the team.

Luke pulled out of one of the high-school All-Star games (I think it was Jordan Brand), citing a need to rest. He's been playing too much ball. That's the equivalent of an NBA player having played a long season and opting out of playing FIBA World Cup.

Brandon Ingram was a late commit, and like Thornton, has a lot of catching up to do wrt Duke. He couldn't play.

The only guy who's pull-out was questionable was Chases's since he was an early commit to Duke and is familiar with the program and he played the U-18 the previous summer.

[Troublemaker]

Plus, Justise and Tyus, who committed to Duke early, played U-18 ball last summer before matriculating into Duke. I'm sure Coach K was thrilled that they played.

Some unusual circumstances this summer (Derryck's re-class, Luke's resting, Brandon's late signing, and something unknown about Chase) doesn't mean that Duke doesn't support USA basketball. That's ridiculous, duh.

[awhom111]

Kansas and friends have already guaranteed themselves a better finish than the all star team of Americans sent to the last World University Games. They survived Serbia 66-65 to move on to the quarterfinals and take the top spot in the group. Wayne Selden had 21 points and 7 rebounds, Hunter Mickelson had 14 points and 7 rebounds, and Frank Mason had 12 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_10.htm

Also in Group D, Switzerland beat Chile 57-48 in a battle of the two bottom feeders. The other game was more meaningful as Brazil edged Turkey 61-59 to create a winner takes all game with Serbia. Ex-JC player Arthur Casimiro had 10 points in the win.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_11.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_12.htm

In Group A, Estonia beat China 71-64 to keep their championship aspirations alive. Germany beat the hosts 67-58 to move on as the group winner with 13 points and 15 rebounds from Princeton's Hans Brase. South Korea and Estonia will determine the other quarterfinalist in the group when they play.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_07.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_08.htm

In Group B, Sweden just escaped Montenegro 56-53. Canada destroyed Mongolia 106-41. Russia beat Mexico 87-68. Canada and Russia both move on and will determine their placement in the standings after their game against each other.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_10.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_11.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_12.htm

In Group C, Alex Murphy and Finland lost 82-69 to Australia. Alex had 18 points in 27 minutes to lead the team and recent D Leaguer Joonas Caven had 10 points, but it was not enough. In the win, Daniel Trist of Lafayette had 19 points, ex-Bryant player Corey Maynard had 14 points, and recent DII grad Mitchell McCarron had 12 points. Lithuania beat Japan 80-76 as they got 14 points and 6 rebounds from Egidijus Mockevicius of Evansville. France eased past Taiwan 82-32 as they sit comfortably at the top of the group. The game between Lithuania and Australia will determine which other team moves on to the quarterfinals.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_10.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_11.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_12.htm

[awhom111]

The USA Men's Pan American Games team is taking shape. 5 cuts were made and 4 more are needed:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/07/mpag-finalists.aspx

As was speculated earlier, Marty Pocius will use the summer for rest instead of playing for Lithuania's national team. An article with more information is here:
http://www.fibaeurope.com/season_2015.coid_u0Adp84dJGIbOeW6iFFQP3.articleMod e_on.html

Europe's most prestigious youth competition is in full swing with 2 full U20 competitions. Division A is taking place in Lignano Sabbiadoro, Italy this year and the stakes are higher than ever. The competition will shrink from 20 teams to 16 in 2016, so 7 teams will get relegated this year. The top 3 teams in each round robin group will avoid that fate, but the bottom 2 in each group will take part in a brutal relegation playoff that will only have 1 survivor. Many of these games will be available on FIBA's YouTube channel. The Division B tournament is in Szekesfehervar, Hungary as 3 lucky teams will move up a division next summer. A number of countries not usually active internationally are taking part in this tournament, including Moldova, Armenia, and Kosovo.

The United States Women's University Games team started its quest for the gold medal with their quarterfinal against Hungary, winning 84-43 with a dominant second half. Brionna Jones had 15 points and 7 rebounds, Erica McCall had 14 points, Sydney Wiese had 13 points, and Nina Davis had 10 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_03.htm

In the other quarterfinals, Russia started with a 77-68 win over Taiwan. Canada beat the Czech Republic 61-53 as Florida State's Adut Bulgak had 16 points and 14 rebounds. The most surprising result closed the day as the Australia team considered most likely to challenge the Americans were overmatched in the fourth quarter by Japan and lost 83-71.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_02.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_01.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_04.htm

The other teams battled for 9th place. Italy beat Mozambique 70-37. Mexico beat Brazil 72-65 with 16 points and 13 rebounds from Fresno State's Begona Faz Davalos. Sweden eased past Uganda 85-40 as ex-Georgia Tech player Frida Fogdemark had 16 points nad 9 rebounds and Mercer-bound Linnea Rosendahl had 15 points. China beat the hosts 99-67.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_06.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_07.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_3_08.htm

Brackets:
Semifinals:
Canada vs Russia
United States vs Japan

5th Place:
Czech Republic vs Taiwan
Hungary vs Australia

9th Place:
China vs Sweden
Italy vs Mexico

13th Place:
South Korea vs Uganda
Mozambique vs Brazil

On the Men's side, the American team finished their group stage with a 96-57 win over Switzerland. Julian DeBose had 18 points, Wayne Selden had 16 points, LaGerald Vick had 11 points and 7 rebounds, and Perry Ellis had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_13.htm

Also in Group D, Brazil moved on by beating Serbia 70-65. Turkey beat Chile 73-46 in a game with no championship implications.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_14.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_d_15.htm
Standings: United States 5-0, Brazil 4-1, Serbia 3-2, Turkey 2-3, Switzerland 1-4, Chile 0-5

In Group A, Germany beat Mozambique 99-37 as ex-San Diego player Dennis Kramer had 26 points and 10 rebounds and Hans Brase of Princeton had 13 points. Estonia beat the hosts 73-62 to move on as Janari Joesaar of Texas Pan-American had 19 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_09.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_a_10.htm
Standings: Germany 4-0, South Korea 2-2, China 1-3, Mozambique 0-4, Angola forfeit

In Group B, Sweden beat Mongolia 72-54. Russia beat Canada 68-61 as both teams moved on but were fighting for the top spot in the group. Montenegro beat Mexico 75-62 as recent Georgia grad Nemanja Djurisic had 20 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_13.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_14.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_b_15.htm
Standings: Russia 5-0, Canada 4-1, Sweden 3-2, Montenegro 2-3, Mexico 1-4, Mongolia 0-5

In Group C, France beat Japan 60-46 as they had already clinched the top spot in the group. Lithuania beat Australia 74-67 to also move on as Egidijus Mockevicius of Evansville had 12 points. In the loss, recent New Mexico grad Hugh Greenwood had 13 points and 7 rebounds. Alex Murphy and Finland beat Taiwan 86-62 as Alex led the way with 30 points and 13 rebounds in 27 minutes. In the loss, DII player Ray Chen had 15 points and ex-JC player Chou Yi-Hsiang had 11 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_13.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_14.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_c_15.htm
Standings: France 5-0, Lithuania 4-1, Australia 3-2, Finland 2-3, Japan 1-4, Taiwan 0-5

Brackets:

Quarterfinals:
Germany vs Canada
France vs Brazil
Russia vs Estonia
United States vs Lithuania

9th Place:
South Korea vs Montenegro
Australia vs Turkey
Sweden vs China
Serbia vs Finland

17th place:
Mozambique vs Mongolia
Mexico bye
Japan vs Chile
Switzerland vs Taiwan

[awhom111]

There were no games for championship consideration at the World University Games, but there were more games in the consolation brackets. On the Men's side, Mongolia beat Mozambique 62-58 as teams try to stay out of last place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_10.htm

On the Women's side, the fight for 5th place included Australia bouncing back with a 75-58 win over Hungary. Former WNBA draft pick Stephanie Talbot had 12 points in the win while Amadea Szamosi of Duquesne had 20 points and 7 rebounds in the loss. The Czech Republic beat Taiwan 82-75.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_04.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_03.htm

In the race for 9th place, Sweden beat China 74-64 as Mercer bound Linnea Rosendahl had 14 points. Italy beat Mexico 79-65 despite 15 points and 7 rebounds from Begona Faz Davalos of Fresno State.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_06.htm

The hosts at least avoid last place after beating Uganda 77-71. Also in competition for 13th place is Brazil, which beat Mozambique 87-42.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_07.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_08.htm

The following games will be played on Sunday:
5th: Czech Republic vs Australia
7th: Taiwan vs Hungary
9th: Sweden vs Italy
11th: China vs Mexico
13th: South Korea vs Brazil
15th: Uganda vs Mozambique

The two USA teams will be in action later as the Men face Lithuania in a quarterfinal at 11:00pm EDT and the Women face Japan in a semifinal at 7:00am EDT on Saturday. Both games are live on ESPNU.

[awhom111]

The United States Women's World University Games team fell behind early in their semifinal against Japan and eventually caught up, needing double overtime to prevail 102-98. Mercedes Russell had 25 points and 14 rebounds, Aerial Powers had 24 points and 14 rebounds, Erica McCall had 19 points and 11 rebounds, and Courtney Williams had 17 points and 10 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_02.htm

In the other semifinal, Canada beat Russia 70-60 as Dakota Whyte of Wisconsin had 16 points and Ruth Hamblin of Oregon State had 14 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_2_01.htm

The gold medal game will be on Monday at 5:00am EDT on ESPNU.

On the Men's side, their quarterfinal against Lithuania was close for three quarters before Bill Self's group dominated the fourth quarter to win 70-48. Frank Mason had 18 points and 7 rebounds, Wayne Selden had 13 points, and Perry Ellis had 11 points and 6 rebounds. Their semifinal will be on Sunday at 5:30am EDT on ESPNU.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_02.htm

The next opponent for the American team will be Russia, which eased past Estonia 86-65. Janari Joesaar of Texas Pan-American had 15 points in the loss. On the other side of the bracket, Germany beat Canada 79-73. In the win, ex-Gonzaga player Matthias Monninghoff had 16 points, Maodo Lo of Columbia had 14 points, and Hans Brase of Princeton had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Brazil had a somewhat surprising 60-53 win over France as ex-JC player Arthur Casimiro had 10 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_03.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_01.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_04.htm

In the fight for 9th place, Australia beat Turkey 73-67 as Mangok Mathiang of Louisville had 17 points and 10 rebounds and recent New Mexico grad Hugh Greenwood had 13 points. The hosts beat Montenegro 70-68. Alex Murphy and Finland lost 78-65 to Serbia. Alex had 20 points and 9 rebounds in 31 minutes. Sweden beat China 69-53.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_06.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_07.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_08.htm

Teams also looked to avoid last place among teams that showed up, as Chile beat Japan 65-62 and Switzerland beat Taiwan 71-66. DII player Ray Chen had 18 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_11.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_3_12.htm

Sunday's Games:

Semifinals:
Germany vs Brazil
Russia vs United States

5th Place:
Canada vs France
Estonia vs Lithuania

9th Place:
Sweden vs Serbia
South Korea vs Australia

13th Place:
Montenegro vs Turkey
China vs Finland

17th Place:
Mexico vs Switzerland
Mongolia vs Chile

21st Place:
Mozambique vs Japan
Taiwan bye

[awhom111]

Azura Stevens and the USA U19 team finally got to face another team and edged Australia 85-82 in an exhibition in Spain. Azura got the start, but had a tough 12 minutes. A'ja Wilson had 30 points and 11 rebounds, Crystal Dangerfield had 12 points, and Mariya Moore had 11 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, Kristy Wallace of Baylor had 23 points and Alicia Froling of SMU had 20 points and 7 rebounds.

Angela Salvadores and Spain beat Canada 63-53 in the same tournament. Angela led all scorers with 20 points in 32 minutes. Charlotte signee Laia Raventos and Oregon signee Maite Cazorla had 10 points each. In the loss, Iowa State signee Bridget Carleton had 15 points and 7 rebounds and Daneesha Provo, who transferred from Clemson to Utah, had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.feb.es/Documentos/Archivo/Upload/U19_AUSTRALIA.jpg

The Men's Pan American Games Team has been named and the 5 pros have been retained alongside 7 collegians:
http://www.usab.com/news-events/news/2015/07/mpag-team-named.aspx

Sending a single college may be the future plan for the Men's side of the World University Games as the American team guaranteed itself a medal by beating Russia 78-68 in the semifinal. Perry Ellis had 23 points, Wayne Selden had 22 points and 6 rebounds, and Frank Mason had 10 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_02.htm

Their final opponent will be Germany, which beat Brazil 59-49 with Hans Brase of Princeton providing 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_01.htm

The final will be on ESPNU at 8:00am EDT on Monday after the Women's Gold Medal Game.

In the race towards 5th place, France beat Canada 64-46 as ex-Florida player Will Yeguete had 14 points and 9 rebounds. Lithuania beat Estonia 80-67 despite 12 points and 6 rebounds from Texas Pan-American's Janari Joesaar.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_03.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_04.htm

In the fight for 9th place, Serbia beat Sweden 75-62 and Australia beat the hosts 92-64. In the win, Mangok Mathiang of Louisville had 18 points and 17 rebounds, Baylor's Deng Deng had 15 points, and Daniel Trist of Lafayette had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_05.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_06.htm

Trying to get 13th place, Montenegro beat Turkey 68-49 with 11 points from Georgia's Nemanja Djurisic. They will face Alex Murphy and Finland, who beat China 89-53. Alex led the way with 24 points and 9 rebounds in only 18 minutes.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_07.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_08.htm

In the games for 17th place, Switzerland beat Mexico 82-50 with 11 points and 6 assists from ex-JC player Jeremy Landenbergue. Mongolia beat Chile 72-54.
Boxscores:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_09.htm
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_10.htm

Japan avoided finishing in the dreaded 23rd place by beating Mozambique 107-46.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_2_12.htm

Final Day Schedule:
1st: Germany vs United States
3rd: Brazil vs Russia
5th: France vs Lithuania
7th: Canada vs Estonia
9th: Australia vs Serbia
11th: South Korea vs Sweden
13th: Montenegro vs Finland
15th: Turkey vs China
17th: Mongolia vs Switzerland
19th: Chile vs Mexico
21st: Japan vs Taiwan

All of the other games besides the one for the Gold Medal were played. For the bronze medal, Russia beat Japan 71-60.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_02.htm

Australia beat the Czech Republic 56-51 for 5th place as former WNBA draft pick Stephanie Talbot had 13 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_03.htm

Taiwan beat Hungary 80-56 for 7th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_04.htm

Italy held off Sweden 52-47 for 9th place despite 13 points and 8 rebounds from Colorado State's Ellen Nystrom.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_05.htm

China beat Mexico 79-61 for 11th place despite 10 points and 12 rebounds from Fresno State's Begona Faz Davalos.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_06.htm

Brazil beat the hosts 65-58 for 13th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_07.htm

Mozambique avoided last place by beating Uganda 60-41.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_08.htm

It was the final day for both FIBA Europe U20 Championships for Women. In Division A, Spain beat France in front of the home fans. At the other end, losses by Ukraine and the Czech Republic on Saturday forced them down into the Division B tournament next year. They are joined by Hungary, which lost a close game to Germany.

Final Standings:
Spain
France
Netherlands
Russia
Italy
Portugal
Poland
Slovakia
Turkey
Serbia
Belgium
Latvia
Germany
Hungary
Czech Republic
Ukraine

In Division B, Bosnia and Herzegovina ran the table in the round robin to be promoted to Division A for 2016. Greece and Sweden join them.
Standings:
Bosnia and Herzegovina 9-0
Greece 6-3
Sweden 6-3
Montenegro 5-4
Lithuania 5-4
Austria 5-4
Bulgaria 4-5
Israel 3-6
Great Britain 1-8
Romania 1-8

Here are some links to statistics for players with ties to basketball in the United States:

Division A:

Germany
Ama Degbeon, Florida State: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_288.playerID_94276.html
Alina Hartmann, Colorado: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_288.playerID_85877.html
Nele Aha, Portland State: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_288.playerID_94246.html
Emma Stach, Gonzaga: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_288.playerID_94271.html

Serbia
Dragana Stankovic, draft pick: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_96799.playerID_77039.html

Italy
Martina Mosetti, Boston College: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_307.playerID_94421.html
Cecilia Zandalasini, ???: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_307.playerID_94431.html
Antonia Peresson, Georgia Tech: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_307.playerID_87299.html
Allegra Botteghi, Providence: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_307.playerID_87289.html

Spain
Laia Flores, South Florida: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_94202.html
Yaiza Rodriguez, Boise State: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_87243.html
Marina Lizarazu, Iona: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_88427.html
Leticia Romero, Florida State: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_87244.html
Laura Quevedo, ex-Miami: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_94224.html
Helena Orts, Fairfield: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_99496.html
Judith Sole, transferring from Robert Morris to Duquesne: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_94227.html
Sara Zaragoza, Portland: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_362.playerID_99504.html

Belgium
Hind Ben Abdelkader, ex-Cal: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_245.playerID_72785.html
Axelle Bernard, Seward (JC): http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_245.playerID_83960.html

Netherlands
Laura Cornelius, Miami signee: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_334.playerID_75823.html
Lisanne de Jong, ex-St. Joseph's: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_334.playerID_94148.html
Isabella Slim, Syracuse: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_334.playerID_86346.html
Emese Hof, Miami signee: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_334.playerID_94437.html

Portugal
Laura Ferreira, South Florida: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10460.teamID_348.playerID_86462.html

Division B:

Bosnia and Herzegovina
Marica Gajic, draft pick: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10461.teamID_2602.playerID_77600.html

Great Britain
Mollie Campbell, Arkansas Pine Bluff: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10461.teamID_2791.playerID_87161.html
Harriet Ottewill-Soulsby, Lafayette: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10461.teamID_2791.playerID_87168.html

Greece
Eleanna Christinaki, Florida signee: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10461.teamID_291.playerID_85076.html

Lithuania
Ruta Savickaite, Western Kentucky: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10461.teamID_2135.playerID_94570.html

Sweden
Veronika Mirkovic, Colorado State: http://u20women.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_FBoLIZ9eGMw1MS4DX8h1D2.season_2015.roundID_ 10461.teamID_367.playerID_94394.html

[awhom111]

Azura Stevens bounced back in the second game of the exhibition tournament in Spain as the United States pounded Canada 95-40. Azura got another start and had 15 points and 9 rebounds in 19 minutes. Napheesa Collier had 19 points and Shakayla Thomas had 14 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, Daneesha Provo had 13 points and Bridget Carleton had 10 points.

Angela Salvadores and Spain lost 72-50 to Australia. Angela had 7 points in 21 minutes. Incoming Florida State freshman Maria Conde had 20 points and 6 steals. In the win, incoming Stanford freshman Alanna Smith had 12 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.feb.es/Documentos/Archivo/Upload/AUSTRALIA_FINAL_MURCIA.jpg

The USA Women's World University Games team won the gold medal after beating Canada 82-63. Aerial Powers had 27 points and 9 rebounds and Courtney Williams had 15 points and 10 rebounds. In the loss, Dakota Whyte of Wisconsin had 20 points and 6 assists and Adut Bulgak of Florida State had 15 points and 16 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_women_w400_1_01.htm

Final Standings:
United States
Canada
Russia
Japan
Australia
Czech Republic
Taiwan
Hungary
Italy
Sweden
China
Mexico
Brazil
South Korea
Mozambique
Uganda

The Men's team looked to finish sweeping the gold medals, and they needed double overtime to do so, edging Germany 84-77. Wayne Selden had 22 points and 9 rebounds, Perry Ellis had 19 points and 10 rebounds, and Frank Mason had 18 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. In the loss, Maodo Lo of Columbia had 16 points and 8 rebounds. While some people have downplayed this accomplishment, the lack of gold medals in this event in recent years for the Untied States show that Bill Self and his crew have done extremely well. This result is likely to be viewed as an endorsement for this team format over the mixed all star team type format. Given the teams that have recently gone on their overseas tours, one can wonder if Duke would be the top choice for 2017 for the people who make the decisions.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_01.htm

In the bronze medal game, Russia beat Brazil 80-72 despite 17 points from ex-Colorado State player Gerson Santo.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_02.htm

For 5th place, France beat Lithuania again, this time 69-58 in regulation.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_03.htm

Canada's CIS all stars defeated Estonia 91-65 for 7th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_04.htm

Serbia beat Australia 81-72 for the consolation of 9th place as both teams had hoped to go much further. In the loss, Mangok Mathiang of Louisville had 16 points and 11 rebounds and ex-JC player Keanu Pinder had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_05.htm

The hosts ended their tournament with a win after besting Sweden 84-75 for 11th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_06.htm

Alex Murphy and Finland lost the 13th place game to Montenegro 74-57. Alex did not play in the final game after having one of the better individual tournaments and must hope that it carries over into his next college season.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_07.htm

Turkey beat China 83-78 for 15th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_08.htm

Mongolia beat Switzerland 76-71 for 17th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_09.htm

Mexico beat Chile 79-65 for 19th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_10.htm

Japan beat Taiwan 67-61 for 21st place.
Boxscore:
http://www.gwangju2015.com/IRS/eng/bk/engbk_basketball_results_men_m400_1_11.htm

Final Standings:
United States
Germany
Russia
Brazil
France
Lithuania
Canada
Estonia
Serbia
Australia
South Korea
Sweden
Montenegro
Finland
Turkey
China
Mongolia
Switzerland
Mexico
Chile
Japan
Taiwan
Mozambique
Angola (forfeit)

[awhom111]

It was the first battle between future teammates in Murcia as Azura Stevens and the United States beat Angela Salvadores 75-51 to close the exhibition tournament. Azura had 8 points and 6 rebounds in 15 minutes and Angela had 2 points in 16 minutes. A'ja Wilson had 15 points and 10 rebounds and Shakayla Thomas had 12 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.feb.es/Documentos/Archivo/Upload/EEUU_FINAL.jpg

It was a quiet day in terms of other international basketball games of relevance to an American audience.

In a continued reminder of how much more international basketball other countries have to play, teams this week are already working in qualification for the next U19 World Championship for Women before this year's tournament has even started. Teams are contesting the U17 Centrobasket for Women tournament, which qualifies teams for next summer's U18 FIBA Americas Championship for Women, which then feeds into the worldwide stage. More impressively, these games are not the first in the qualification process as teams competed in the 2014 COCABA U16 tournament to make it to this summer.

[CameronBornAndBred]

Azura had 8 points and 6 rebounds in 15 minutes and Angela had 2 points in 16 minutes.
On 1-10 shooting...eek. Obviously she was having an off game...but whew.

[awhom111]

Thursday is the start of the Pan American Games Women's Basketball Tournament. Games are on ESPN3. The collegians of the United States take on countries preparing for Olympic qualifiers, starting with Brazil at 9:00pm EDT.

You may notice that names are leaking out for the upcoming minicamp for our coach and the Men's team. We should get our first indicators of who might have an outside shot at the Olympic roster alongside veteran names.

[awhom111]

For those anticipating the game between future teammates on Saturday, the Spain-USA game can be seen here at 1:15pm EDT or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRe1vbeac5I

The collegians of the United States Women's Pan American Games team took the court against Brazil and held on to a 75-69 win as they look to have strong performances against teams preparing for the FIBA Americas Championships. It was a UConn show as Breanna Stewart had 26 points and 12 rebounds and Moriah Jefferson had 21 points with Shatori Walker-Kimbrough leading the non-UConn contingent with 10 points. Veteran Kelly Santos had 10 points and 11 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-a-02.htm

In the other Group A game, Puerto Rico beat the Dominican Republic 76-54. In the win, ex-Texas player Carla Cortijo had 15 points and 8 rebounds, ex-Wake Forest player Sandra Garcia had 11 points, and Damika Martinez of Iona had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Robert Morris player Sugeiry Monsac had 16 points, ex-UAB player Carmen Guzman had 15 points, and ex-Indiana player Danilsa Andujar had 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-a-01.htm

In Group B, defending champions of the Americas Cuba beat Argentina 68-55. Canada dismantled Venezuela 101-38 without their best player. In the win, ex-Hofstra player Lizanne Murphy had 15 points and 9 rebounds, ex-Utah player Shona Thorburn had 14 points, ex-Utah player Kim Smith had 12 points and 6 rebounds, UConn's Kia Nurse had 12 points, ex-DII player Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe had 11 points, and ex-UMass player Tamara Tatham and ex-Marquette player Katherine Plouffe had 10 points each. In the loss, ex-DII player Roselis Silva had 13 points.
Boxscores:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-b-01.htm
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-b-02.htm

Friday games are on ESPN3 (times EDT):
Cuba vs Venezuela, 10:30am
Brazil vs Puerto Rico, 1:30pm
Canada vs Argentina, 6:00pm
United States vs Dominican Republic, 9:00pm

Here are the other rosters with as much information as I could find:

Brazil:
Izabella Sangalli, Jaragua (Brazil)/Americana (Brazil)
Debora da Costa, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Tassia Carcavalli, Santo Andre (Brazil)
Patricia Teixeira, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Taina Paixao, America (Brazil)
Jaqueline Silvestre, Santo Andre (Brazil)
Gilmara Justino, Americana (Brazil)
Carina Martins, Sao Bernardo (Brazil)
Karina Jacob, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Fabiana de Souza, Sao Jose (Brazil)/Americana (Brazil)
Isabela Lyra, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Kelly Santos, Osmaniye (Turkey)/Recife (Brazil), WNBA (2001-2002, 2008)

Dominican Republic:
Carmen Guzman, Landes (France), UAB
Julady Zapata
Jennifer Estrella
Andreina Paniagua
Yamel Abreu
Genesis Martinez
Viviana Beltre
Marian Soto
Yamile Rodriguez
Gissel Peguero, club unknown, Felician (DII)
Danilsa Andujar, club unknown, Indiana
Sugeiry Monsac, club unknown, Robert Morris

Puerto Rico:
Yashira Delgado, Santurce (Puerto Rico), Florida State
Jazmine Sepulveda, Carolina Giants (Puerto Rico), South Florida
Angelica Bermudez, Ponce Lions (Puerto Rico), Kean (DIII)
Carla Cortijo, Carolina Giants (Puerto Rico), Texas
Ali Gibson, Oregon State
Tayra Melendez, Rhode Island
Sandra Garcia, Manatee (Puerto Rico), Wake Forest
Natalie Diaz
Mari Placido
Sofia Roma, Wagner
Yoyling Del Rosario
Damika Martinez, Iona

Argentina:
Macarena Rosset, Ferrara (Italy)/Penaro (Argentina)
Ornella Santana, Berazategui (Argentina)
Paula Reggiardo, Lugo (Spain)/Obras (Argentina)
Diana Cabrera, Union Florida (Argentina)
Andrea Boquete, Berazategui (Argentina)
Celia Fiorotto, Union Florida (Argentina)
Agostina Burani, Union Florida (Argentina)
Melisa Gretter, Zaragoza (Spain)/Union Florida (Argentina)
Sandra Pavon, President Vencislau (Brazil)
Debora Gonzalez, Ragusa (Italy)
Sthefany Thomas, Jaragua (Brazil)/Penarol (Argentina), Clemson
Gisela Vega, Union Florida (Argentina)

Canada:
Natalie Achonwa, Indiana Fever, Notre Dame
Miranda Ayim, Toulouse (France), Pepperdine
Nirra Fields, UCLA
Kim Smith, Sopron (Hungary), Utah and WNBA (2006-2008)
Miah-Marie Langlois, Lulea (Sweden), Windsor (CIS)
Lizanne Murphy, Angers (France), Hofstra
Kia Nurse, UConn
Katherine Plouffe, Arad (Romania), Marquette
Michelle Plouffe, Arras (France), Utah
Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe, Wohnbau (Germany), Simon Fraser (DII)
Tamara Tatham, Piestanke Cajky (Slovakia), UMass
Shona Thorburn, Nantes (France), Utah and WNBA (2006-2007)

Cuba:
Fransy Ochoa, Villa Clara (Cuba)
Ineidis Casanova, Santiago (Cuba)
Anisleidy Galindo, Pinar del Rio (Cuba)
Oyanaisy Gelis, Maranhao (Brazil)
Arlenys Romero, Pinar del Rio (Cuba)
Yamara Amargo, Sancti Spiritus (Cuba)
Arlety Povea, Pinar del Rio (Cuba)
Marlene Cepeda, Sancti Spiritus (Cuba)
Clenia Noblet, Guantanamo (Cuba)
Zuleira Aties, Capitalina (Cuba)
Leidys Oquendo, Camaguey (Cuba)
Suchitel Avila, Capitalinas (Cuba)

Venezuela:
Mayerling Landaeta, Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Roselis Silva, Anzoategui (Venezuela), Arkansas Tech (DII)
Yosimar Corrales, UNEMI (Ecuador)
Ana Garcia, Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Ivaney Marquez, UNEMI (Ecuador), Missouri Southern (DII)
Daniella Wallen, Northwest Florida State (JC)
Luisana Ortega, Guaira Bucaneras (Venezuela)
Mariana Duran, Panola (JC)
Cleyder Blanco, St. Thomas (NAIA)/Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Marielka Garate, Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Waleska Perez, Anzoategui (Venezuela), Weatherford (JC)
Cynthia Polanco, Anzoategui (Venezuela)

[awhom111]

The United States Pan American Games Women's Team jumped out to a big lead early on the Dominican Republic and coasted to a 94-55 win. Breanna Stewart still led the way with 16 points, Alaina Coates had 14 points, Stephanie Mavunga had 13 points, and Shatori Walker-Kimbrough and Caroline Coyer had 11 points each. In the loss, ex-UAB player Carmen Guzman had 14 points, ex-Robert Morris player Sugeiry Monsac had 13 points and 6 rebounds, and ex-Indiana player Danilsa Andujar had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-a-04.htm

In the other game in the group, Brazil stayed alive by beating Puerto Rico 62-57 as former WNBA player Kelly Santos had 11 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Texas player Carla Cortijo had 20 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-a-03.htm

In the other group, Cuba beat Venezuela 73-62. In the loss, ex-DII player Roselis Silva had 22 points and 6 rebounds and recent NAIA grad Cleyder Blanco had 13 points and 9 rebounds. Canada was less dominant than the day before, but still got the job done and helped Canada and Cuba advance by beating Argentina 73-58. In the win, ex-UMass player Tamara Tathan and ex-Pepperdine player Miranda Ayim had 12 points each and ex-Hofstra player Lizanne Murphy had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-b-03.htm
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-b-04.htm

Saturday's schedule (all times EDT, all games live on ESPN3):
Venezuela vs Argentina, 10:30am
Dominican Republic vs Brazil, 1:30pm
Cuba vs Canada, 6:00pm
Puerto Rico vs United States, 9:00pm

[awhom111]

It was Azura Stevens and the United States beating Angela Salvadores and Spain 72-57 at the U19 World Championships. Both players got the start and Azura had 3 points in 10 minutes and Angela led Spain with 9 points in 28 minutes. A'ja Wilson had 18 points and 10 rebounds, Shakayla Thomas had 15 points and 7 rebounds, and Napheesa Collier had 13 points and 14 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/Spain-USA#|tab=boxscore_statistics

On Sunday, Angela and Spain face Egypt at 10:30am EDT and Azura and the United States face China at 1:15pm EDT. The games can be seen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0H9L-ynt28
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvL2wHIVSzA

In the other Group B game, China beat Egypt 73-60.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/China-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group A, the hosts dismantled Taiwan 89-43, which is only in the tournament because of Japan's previous suspension. The Netherlands beat Argentina 79-65 as incoming Miami player Laura Cornelius had 17 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/Russia-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/Netherlands-Argentina#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group C, Belgium surprised France 64-60. Canada overcame Mali 71-62. In the win, Iowa State bound Bridget Carleton had 13 points and 9 rebounds, Daneesha Provo, who is in the middle of transferring from Clemson to Utah, had 11 points, and Oregon signee Lauren Yearwood had 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/Belgium-France#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/Canada-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group D, Brazil beat South Korea 82-51. Australia beat Serbia 105-62. In the win, Stanford signee Alanna Smith had 18 points and 11 rebounds and Baylor's Kristy Wallace had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/Korea-Brazil#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1807/Australia-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the rest of the rosters as best as I could find:

A:

Argentina:
Julieta Albuerne, Atletico Lanus (Argentina)
Magali Armesto, Social Lanus (Argentina)
Aldana Arture, Velez Sarsfield (Argentina)
Luciana Delabarba, Berazategui (Argentina)
Agustina Garcia, Social Lanus (Argentina)
Emilia Giustiniani, Union Florida (Argentina)
Victoria Lara, Social Lanus (Argentina)
Sol Laviero, Social Lanus (Argentina)
Agustina Leiva, Berazategui (Argentina)
Victoria Llorente, Atletico Lanus (Argentina)
Julieta Mungo, Berazategui (Argentina)
Sabrina Rodighero, Social Lanus (Argentina)

Netherlands:
Laura Cornelius, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands), Miami signee
Emese Hof, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands), Miami signee
Charlotte van Kleef, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Fleur Kuijt, Grasshoppers (Netherlands)
Esther Fokke, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Asa Kantebeen, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Laura Westerik, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Deborah Vos, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands)
Marieke van Schie, Grasshoppers (Netherlands)
Ella Bouman, Yellow Blizzards (Netherlands)
Noortje Joosten, Norrkoping (Sweden)
Myrthe den Heeten, CTO Amsterdam (Netherlands)

Taiwan (family name first):
Lo Pin, Chinese Cultural University (Taiwan)
Liu Hui-Ju, National Taiwan Normal University (Taiwan)
Yu Yi-Wen, New Taipei Municipal Tamsui Commercial Industrial Vocational Senior High School (Taiwan)
Hsu Yu-Lien, Chinese Cultural University (Taiwan)
Wu Yu-Hsuan, New Taipei Municipal Tamsui Commercial Industrial Vocational Senior High School (Taiwan)
Su Yi-Ching, Chinese Cultural University (Taiwan)
Cho Ching, Taipei Hujiang University (Taiwan)
Lee I-Chian, Chinese Cultural University (Taiwan)
Jhang You-Jing, National Taiwan University of Sport (Taiwan)
Li Chia-Chieh, Tainan Yong-Ren Senior High School (Taiwan)
Huang Jou-Chen, Chinese Cultural University (Taiwan)
Chen Ting-An, Tainan Yong-Ren Senior High School (Taiwan)

Russia:
Raisa Musina, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Maria Vadeeva, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Kamilla Ogun, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Daria Kolosovskaia, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Anastasia Kuplinova, Nadezhda Orenburg (Russia)
Ksenia Levchenko, Spartak Moscow (Russia)
Tatiana Sema, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)
Viktoria Zavialova, UMMC Ekaterinburg (Russia)
Anna Burovaya, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)
Zhosselina Maiga, Nadezhda Orenburg (Russia)
Elizaveta Bratchikova, MBA Moscow (Russia)
Elizaveta Krymova, Dynamo Kursk (Russia)

B:

China (family name first):
Wang Haimei, Liaoning (China)
Zhang Manman, Xinjiang (China)
Wang Miao, Bayi (China)
Qi Yu, Liaoning (China)
Xing Jinbo, Liaoning (China)
Sun Lirui, Jiangsu (China)
Zhu Meiqi, Bayi (China)
Mi Fengying, Beijing (China)
Ha Wenxi, Jiangsu (China)
Dilana Dilishati, Guangdong (China)
Liu Shuai, Shenyang (China)
Zhang Tianyu, Shenbu (China

Egypt:
Nada Abdelhamad, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Nouralla Talaat, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Farah Khaled Kandil, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Nadine Selaawi, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Asrar Maged, Sporting (Egypt)
Sara Nady, El Said (Egypt)
Nada Amr, Sporting (Egypt)
Radwa Salem, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Farida Wael Amin Abdelnabi, Heliopolis (Egypt)
Nadine Rehan, Sporting (Egypt)
Fatma Mamdouh, Semouha (Egypt)
Raneem Elgedawy, Sporting (Egypt)

Spain:
Laia Raventos, Segle XXI (Spain), Charlotte signee
Maite Cazorla, Segle XXI (Spain), Oregon signee
Ani Calvo, Zaragoza (Spain)
Nogaye Lo, Andratx (Spain)
Angela Salvadores, Rivas (Spain), Duke signee
Laura Quevedo, Bembibre (Spain), ex-Miami
Laia Flores, South Florida
Lucia Togores, Leganes (Spain)
Helena Orts, Fairfield
Maria Conde, Estudiantes (Spain), Florida State signee
Iho Lopez, Girona (Spain)
Sara Zaragoza, Portland

C:

Belgium:
Julie Allemand, Castors Braine (Belgium)
Fauve Bastiaenssen, Sint Katelijne Waver (Belgium)
Eva Devliegher, Sint Katelijne Waver (Belgium)
Serena-Lynn Geldof, Kangoeroes (Belgium)
Eline Maesschalck, Sint Katelijne Waver (Belgium)
Yelena Mense, Sint Katelijne Waver (Belgium)
Laeticia Mpoyi, Sint Katelijne Waver (Belgium)
Heleen Nauwelaers, Sint Katelijne Waver (Belgium)
Sofia Ouahabi, Spirou Monceau (Belgium)
Elise Ramette, Blue Cats (Belgium)
Laure Resimont, Sint Katelijne Waver (Belgium)
Laura Henket, Liege Panthers (Belgium)

Canada:
Bridget Atkinson, Guelph (CIS)
Bridget Carleton, Iowa State signee
Julia Chandler, Syracuse signee
Maurane Corbin, Montmorency (CIS)
Cheyenne Creighton, Memphis
Danielle Garven, Minnesota signee
Mael Gilles, Montmorency (CIS)
Nancy Kessler, Toledo
Jaelyn Kirkpatrick, Illinois signee
Emma Piggin, Thompson Rivers (CIS)
Daneesha Provo, transferring from Clemson to Utah
Lauren Yearwood, Oregon signee

France:
Camille Cirgue, Colomiers (France)
Mathilde Combes, Bourges (France)
Louise Dambach, Strasbourg (France)
Rose Ducret, Nantes (France)
Alizee Girardet, Lyon (France)
Clarisse Legrand, Lyon (France)
Marylie Limousin, Villeurbanne (France)
Victoria Majekodunmi, Charleville-Mezieres (France)
Leslie Makosso, Lyon (France)
Marie Michelle Milapie, Landes (France)
Catherine Mosengo-Masa, Mondeville (France)
Angelina Turmel, Angers (France)

Mali:
Aminata Diakite, Attar (Mali)
Astan Soumare, Attar (Mali)
Djeneba N'Diaye, Djoliba (Mali)
Kani Keita, Djoliba (Mali)
Hawa Bagayoko, Mande (Mali)
Korotoumou Konare, Commune I (Mali)
Kadidia Maiga, Attar (Mali)
Assitan Traore, Attar (Mali)
Mariam Alou Coulibaly, J.A (Mali)
Awa Keita, Commune VI (Mali)
Christine Dakouo, Commune III (Mali)
Adama Coulibaly, Djoliba (Mali)

D:

Australia:
Madeleine Dennis, Dayton signee
Montana Farrah-Seaton, Albury Wodonga Bandits (Australia)
Alicia Froling, SMU/Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Chantel Horvat, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Eziyoda Magbegor, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Anneli Maley, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Mikayla Pirini, West Coast Waves (Australia)/Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Lauren Scherf, Dandenong Rangers (Australia)/Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Alexandra Sharp, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Alanna Smith, Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia), Stanford signee
Tahlia Tupaea, Sydney Flames (Australia)/Penrith Panthers (Australia)
Kristy Wallace, Baylor/Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)

Brazil:
Mariane De Carvalho, Bradesco (Brazil)
Tayna Dos Reis, Barretos (Brazil)
Thayna Silva, Instituto Mangueira do Futuro (Brazil)
Aline Moura, Jundiai (Brazil)
Kananda Benedicto, Brasilia (Brazil)
Larissa Carneiro, Bradesco (Brazil)
Jennifer Nonato, Barretos (Brazil)
Lays Da Silva, Sao Bernardo (Brazil)
Vitoria Domingos, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Gabriela Guimaraes, Jundiai (Brazil)
Bianca Araujo, Santo Andre (Brazil)
Monique Pereira, Guarulhos (Brazil)

Serbia:
Bojana Stevanovic, Radnicki (Serbia)
Julijana Vojinovic, Partizan Belgrade (Serbia)
Tamara Jokic, Sabac (Serbia)
Ana Ilic, Korac (Serbia)
Jovana Nogic, Benfica (Portugal)
Katarina Zec, Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)
Kristina Arsenic, Grosuplje (Slovenia)
Snezana Bogicevic, Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)
Jovana Subasic, Leskovac (Serbia)
Aleksandra Katanic, Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)
Nevena Vuckovic, Korac (Serbia)
Milica Bojovic, Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)

South Korea (family name first):
Lee Ju-Yeon, Insung Girl's High School (South Korea)
Kim Hyeong-Kyeong, Speer Girl's High School (South Korea)
Kim Hyeon-A, Chungjoo Girl's High School (South Korea)
Lee Ji-Woo, Dongju Girl's High School (South Korea)
Cha Ji-Hyun, Bundang Management High School (South Korea)
Park Ji-Su, Bundang Management High School (South Korea)
Eom Da-Yeong, Chuncheon Girl's High School (South Korea)
Lee Hae-Un, KEB (South Korea)
Yu Hyeon-Yi, Suwon Girl's High School (South Korea)
Jin An, Suwon Girl's High School (South Korea)
Kim Sun-Hee, Hyosung Girl's High School (South Korea)
Kim Yeon-Hee, S-Birds (South Korea)

In the Pan American Games, the United States eventually pulled away from Puerto Rico to win 93-77 and grab the top spot in their group. Breanna Stewart led the way again with 24 points and 12 rebounds, Alaina Coates had 23 points and 13 rebounds, and Moriah Jefferson had 14 points and 6 assists. In the loss, ex-Texas player Carla Cortijo had 24 points before having to leave the game due to injury, ex-South Florida player Jazmine Sepulveda had 13 points, Ali Gibson had 13 points with her college head coach from Oregon State sitting on the other bench as an assistant, and ex-Wake Forest player Sandra Garcia had 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-a-06.htm

In the other Group A game, Brazil eliminated the Dominican Republic 73-54. In the loss, ex-Robert Morris player Sugeiry Monsac had 17 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-a-05.htm
Standings: United States 3-0, Brazil 2-1, Puerto Rico 1-2, Dominican Republic 0-3

In Group B, Argentina beat Venezuela 87-68 to avoid finishing in last place in the group. In the loss, ex-DII player Roselis Silva had 20 points and recent NAIA grad Cleyder Blanco had 10 points. Canada just held off Cuba 71-68 and got revenge in a rematch of the last FIBA Americas Championship and took the top spot in the group. The hosts finally needed their WNBA player and Natalie Achonwa responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds as UCLA's Nirra Fields added 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-b-05.htm
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-b-06.htm
Standings: Canada 3-0, Cuba 2-1, Argentina 1-2, Venezuela 0-3

Sunday's Games (all times EDT and all games live on ESPN3):

Semfinals:
United States vs Cuba, 1:30pm
Brazil vs Canada, 6:00pm

5th Place Game:
Puerto Rico vs Argentina, 9:00pm

7th Place Game:
Dominican Republic vs Venezuela, 10:30am

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Azura Stevens and the USA U19 team beat China 88-62. Azura had 16 points in 17 minutes. A'ja Wilson had 17 points and 10 rebounds, Napheesa Collier had 17 points and 6 rebounds, and Shakayla Thomas had 11 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/USA-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Angela Salvadores and Spain got their first win by beating Egypt 87-64. Angela led her team with 25 points and added 6 rebounds in 31 minutes. Ex-Miami player Laura Quevedo had 20 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/Egypt-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group A, the hosts continued to roll as they crushed Argentina 73-38. The Netherlands eventually beat Taiwan 80-74. They got big games from the incoming Miami duo as Emese Hof had 24 points and 16 rebounds and Laura Cornelius had 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/Argentina-Russia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/Chinese-Taipei-Netherlands#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group C, Belgium beat Mali 60-41. France got their first win by beating Canada 58-54. In the loss, Oregon signee Lauren Yearwood had 17 points and Iowa State signee Bridget Carleton had 14 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/Mali-Belgium#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/France-Canada#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group D, Australia beat Brazil 62-48 as Stanford signee Alanna Smith had 12 points and 6 rebounds. Serbia beat South Korea 74-66
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/Brazil-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/1907/Brazil-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the Pan American Games, the United States team knew they had a tough test against the defending champion of the Americas, but attacked in the second half after a big halftime deficit and advanced to the finals with a 65-64 win over Cuba. Linnae Harper had 16 points, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough had 15 points, Moriah Jefferson had 12 points and 6 rebounds, and Breanna Stewart had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-2-01.htm

In the other semifinal, the hosts jumped on Brazil early and rolled to a 91-63 win. In the win, Nirra Fields of UCLA had 15 points, ex-Hofstra player Lizanne Murphy had 12 points, and ex-Utah player Kim Smith and ex-Utah player Michelle Plouffe had 10 points each. In the loss, ex-WNBA player Kelly Santos had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-2-02.htm

Monday Schedule (times EDT, games live on ESPN3):
Gold Medal: United States vs Canada, 8:30pm
Bronze Medal: Cuba vs Brazil, 4:00pm

The day started with the game for 7th place, where Venezuela defeated the Dominican Republic 72-56. In the win, ex-DII player Roselis Silva had 31 points and ex-JC player Waleska Perez had 13 points, 7 rebounds, and 13 assists. In the win, ex-Robert Morris player Sugeiry Monsac had 13 points and 13 rebounds and ex-Indiana player Danilsa Andujar had 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-1-04.htm

The day finished with the game for 5th place, with Argentina beating Puerto Rico 77-56 as ex-Clemson player Sthefany Thomas had 12 points. In the loss, ex-Florida State player Cheetah Delgado had 19 points and ex-Wake Forest player Sandra Garcia had 15 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-1-03.htm

The most prestigious European youth competition came to a close on Sunday with Serbia defeating Spain to win the U20 Championship in Lignano Sabbiadoro, Italy. The other important game was for 13th place, which Slovenia took with ease from Poland. With the format shrinking from 20 to 16 teams next summer, 7 teams would be relegated instead of the usual 3 so Poland could not win the battle for survival. Earlier in the tournament, Great Britain, Russia, Croatia, Greece, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Bulgaria had already learned that they would be playing in Division B next year.

Final Standings:
Serbia
Spain
Turkey
France
Latvia
Czech Republic
Lithuania
Belgium
Italy
Israel
Germany
Ukraine
Slovenia
Poland
Great Britain
Russia
Croatia
Greece
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bulgaria

Teams in Division B were fighting to get into Division A. Finland edged Sweden to win the title, but both teams already knew that they were being promoted. Hungary, which had the home court advantage in Szekesfehervar, escaped with a 68-66 win over Montenegro to grab the last spot.

Final Standings:
Finland
Sweden
Hungary
Montenegro
Belarus
Netherlands
Macedonia
Luxembourg
Portugal
Slovakia
Georgia
Armenia
Switzerland
Kosovo
Austria
Albania
Romania
Moldova

Here are the links for statistics to some of the players with ties to the United States:

A

Belgium
Thomas Akyazili, signed with Colorado: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_245.pl ayerID_99794.html
Manu Lecomte, transferring from Miami to Baylor: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_245.pl ayerID_85321.html
Andy Van Vliet, committed to Wisconsin: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_245.pl ayerID_92852.html

Italy
Nicola Akele, committed to Rhode Island:http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_307.pl ayerID_92632.html
Ciacomo Zilli, UNC Asheville: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_307.pl ayerID_92679.html

Bulgaria
Krystiyan Stavrev, committed to Weber State: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_253.pl ayerID_107376.html

Greece
Ilias Theodorou, Pacific: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_291.pl ayerID_93074.html
Georgios Tsalmpouris, Iowa State: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_291.pl ayerID_101027.html

Israel
Spencer Weisz, Princeton: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_306.pl ayerID_121506.html
Roman Sorkin, Oregon: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_306.pl ayerID_99824.html

Latvia
Ervins Meznieks, committed to Boston College: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2134.p layerID_100358.html
Kristaps Gluditis, committed to Western Kentucky: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2134.p layerID_100358.html
Rudolfs Stradenieks, signed with Southern Illinois: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2134.p layerID_100360.html

Spain
Francisco Alonso, signed with UNC Greensboro: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_362.pl ayerID_100196.html
Ruben Guerrero, South Florida: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_362.pl ayerID_98976.html
Yankuba Sima, committed to St. John's: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_362.pl ayerID_114445.html

Ukraine
Anton Bilous, enrolling at West Texas (JC): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2183.p layerID_92515.html

Germany
Lukas Meisner, committed to Columbia: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_288.pl ayerID_92864.html
Jonas Grof, attended Lee Academy (Maine): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_288.pl ayerID_99690.html
Christian Sengfelder, Fordham: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_288.pl ayerID_108621.html

Great Britain
Tamas Okros, signed with Post (DII): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2791.p layerID_92883.html
Luke Nelson, UC Irvine: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2791.p layerID_86310.html
Joshua McSwiggan, signed with UTEP http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2791.p layerID_107461.html
Kavell Bigby-Williams, Gillette (JC): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2791.p layerID_107453.html
Pharroh Gordon, Saint Rose (DII): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2791.p layerID_100773.html
Benjamin Lawson, Western Kentucky: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2791.p layerID_107460.html
Aaron Menzies, Seattle: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2791.p layerID_114470.html

Lithuania
Domantas Sabonis, Gonzaga: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11585.teamID_2135.p layerID_84314.html

B

Finland
Oskar Michelsen, Davidson: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_281.pl ayerID_85735.html

Netherlands
Nick Hammink, Clarendon (JC): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_334.pl ayerID_96666.html
Tom Koopman, Citadel: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_334.pl ayerID_93652.html

Romania
Vlad Cobzaru, Georgia Regents (DII) http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_351.pl ayerID_86078.html

Portugal
Daniel Relvao, signed with Valparaiso: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_348.pl ayerID_107498.html

Armenia
Artem Tavakalyan, Delaware State: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_2205.p layerID_93362.html
Mikael Pogosion, Thiel (DIII): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_2205.p layerID_93357.html

Switzerland
Vid Milenkovic, Wisconsin-Superior (DIII): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_368.pl ayerID_121732.html
Noe Anabir, signed with Northwest Kansas Tech (JC): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_368.pl ayerID_107619.html

Hungary
Marko Filipovity, Prolific Prep (California): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_299.pl ayerID_114310.html

Slovakia
Milan Vago, Western Oklahoma State (JC): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_2611.p layerID_92794.html
Vladimir Nemcok, Southwestern Christian (NAIA): http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_2611.p layerID_78036.html

Sweden
Jakob Stenhede, UMBC: http://u20men.fibaeurope.com/enDivB/compID_UIfgjyQcGqk-fPlnl66Tj0.season_2015.roundID_11605.teamID_367.pl ayerID_108607.html

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Azura Stevens and Angela Salvadores both finish the group stage of the U19 World Championship at 1:15pm EDT on Tuesday as each group has simultaneous tipoffs to minimize results manipulation. Here are the video links to both games:
United States vs Egypt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqLW0UDkOCY
Spain vs China: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGCHgEx1lMM

The medals were awarded in the Women's Basketball tournament at the Pan American Games, starting with the Bronze Medal game, where Cuba beat Brazil 66-62.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-1-02.htm

The United States had a strong start to the Gold Medal game, but could not keep up with the hosts as they won 81-73. Breanna Stewart had 17 points and 11 rebounds, Linnae Harper had 16 points, Moriah Jefferson had 14 points, and Taya Reimer had 10 points. Kia Nurse scored more than her UConn teammates combined, leading the way with 33 points in the win and adding 6 rebounds. Natalie Achonwa finally showed her WNBA pedigree with 13 points and ex-UMass player Tamara Tatham added 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-women-1-01.htm

Final Standings:
Canada
United States
Cuba
Brazil
Argentina
Puerto Rico
Venezuela
Dominican Republic

Tuesday marks the start of the Men's Basketball tournament as games will also be carried live on ESPN3 (all times EDT):
Puerto Rico vs Brazil, 10:30am
Argentina vs Mexico, 1:30pm
Dominican Republic vs Canada, 6:00pm
Venezuela vs United States, 9:00pm

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Azura Stevens and the United States U19 team finished the first round undefeated by beating Egypt 104-41. Azura had 10 points and 8 rebounds in 14 minutes. Shakayla Thomas had 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 steals, Mariya Moore had 15 points, A'ja Wilson had 14 points and 7 rebounds, and Lauren Cox had 10 points and 17 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/USA-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Despite the best efforts of Angela Salvadores, Spain could not avoid being upset by China 66-63. Angela led all scorers with 18 points, grabbed a team high 6 rebounds, and dished out a game high 5 assists in 38 minutes, but it was not enough. Incoming Florida State player Maria Conde had 13 points and ex-Miami player Laura Quevedo had 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/China-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Standings: United States 3-0, China 2-1, Spain 1-2, Egypt 0-3

In Group A, the hosts took the top spot by beating the Netherlands 71-47. Taiwan surprised Argentina 60-56 to avoid last place.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/Netherlands-Russia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/Chinese-Taipei-Argentina#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Russia 3-0, Netherlands 2-1, Taiwan 1-2, Argentina 0-3

In Group C, Belgium beat Canada 67-52 to seal the top spot. In the loss, Cheyenne Creighton of Memphis had 10 points and 8 rebounds and incoming Iowa State player Bridget Carleton had 10 points. France beat Mali 69-50.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/Canada-Belgium#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/France-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Belgium 3-0, France 2-1, Canada 1-2, Mali 0-3

In Group D, Australia beat South Korea 87-38 as Alicia Froling of SMU had 13 points and 8 rebounds. Serbia beat Brazil 80-75 in overtime.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/Korea-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2107/Serbia-Brazil#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Australia 3-0, Serbia 2-1, Brazil 1-2, South Korea 0-3

Now all 16 teams enter the single elimination knockout round on Wednesday with the following bracket:
Russia vs Egypt
France vs Brazil
Taiwan vs China
Mali vs Argentina
Netherlands vs Spain
Belgium vs South Korea
Argentina vs United States
Canada vs Serbia

Azura and the United States face Argentina at 10:30am EDT and can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGI2kiuxluA
Angela and Spain face the Netherlands at 12:45pm EDT and can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBqxRvVkSbw

It was the start of the Men's tournament at the Pan American Games and Mark Few and the United States opened up against Venezuela, trailing at the half before pulling away in the second half to win 85-62. The veteran players did most of the damage as Damien Wilkins had 21 points and 10 rebounds, Anthony Randolph had 16 points and 6 rebounds, and Bobby Brown had 12 points. In the loss, ex-USF player John Cox had 14 points and 6 rebounds and ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 12 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-a-02.htm

In the other game in the group, Rick Pitino had a tough international debut as they were blown out 92-59 by Brazil with no player reaching double figures.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-a-01.htm

In the other group, Mexico needed overtime to beat Argentina 86-84. In the win, ex-Fresno State player Hector Hernandez had 19 points and 9 rebounds, ex-JC player Pedro Meza had 15 points, and ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 13 points. The hosts won their opener 105-88 over the Dominican Republic. Ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip had 24 points to lead the way as he had some help from part of the NBA contingent with Anthony Bennett providing 15 points and 10 rebounds and Andrew Nicholson adding 14 points. Ex-Iowa State player Melvin Ejim had 12 points and incoming Kentucky player Jamal Murray added 12 points. In the loss, ex-Albany player Gerardo Suero had 17 points and Angel Delgado of Seton Hall had 15 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-b-01.htm
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-b-02.htm

Here is Wednesday's schedule with all times EDT and all games live on ESPN3:
Mexico vs Dominican Republic, 10:30am
Brazil vs Venezuela, 1:30pm
Canada vs Argentina, 6:00pm
Puerto Rico vs United States, 9:00pm

Here are the other rosters as best as I could find:

Brazil:
Ricardo Fischer, Bauru (Brazil)
Rafael Freire Luz, Obradoiro (Spain)
Augusto Cesar de Lima, UCAM Murcia (Spain)
Larry Taylor, Bauru (Brazil), Missouri Western (DII)
Vitor Benite, Flamengo (Brazil)
Olivinha, Flamengo (Brazil)
Rafael Hettsheimeir, Bauru (Brazil)
Rafael Ferreira de Souza, Limeira (Brazil)
J.P. Batista, Limoges (France), Gonzaga
Leonardo Meindl, Franca (Brazil)
Marcus Vinicius, Pinheiros (Brazil)

Puerto Rico:
J.J. Barea, Dallas Mavericks, Northeastern
Larry Ayuso, Guaynabo Mets (Puerto Rico), USC
Alejandro Carmona, Guayama Wizards (Puerto Rico), Dayton
Javier Mojica, Santurce Crabbers (Puerto Rico), Central Connecticut State
Ramon Clemente, Obras Sanitarias (Argentina), Wichita State
Luis Villafane, Mayaguez Indians (Puerto Rico), Niagara
Devon Collier, Humacao Chiefs (Puerto Rico), Oregon State
Gilberto Clavell, Coamo Marathoners (Puerto Rico), Sam Houston State
Jezreel De Jesus, Coamo Marathoners (Puerto Rico), Western Oklahoma (JC)
Kevin Young, Guayama Wizards (Puerto Rico), Kansas
Paul Graham, Quebradilla Pirates (Puerto Rico), Florida Atlantic
Gary Browne, Coamo Marathoners (Puerto Rico), West Virginia

Venezuela:
David Cubillan, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela), Marquette
Gregory Vargas, Anzoategui Marinos (Venezuela)
Heissler Guillent, Lara Guaros (Venezuela)
Jose Vargas, Anzoategui Marinos (Venezuela)
Jhornan Zamora, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela)
John Cox, Le Havre (France), USF
Nestor Colmenares, Caracas Cocodrilos (Venezuela), Campbellsville (NAIA)
Miguel Ruiz, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela)
Gregory Echenique, Lara Guaros (Venezuela), Creighton
Miguel Marriaga, Aragua Toros (Venezuela)
Luis Bethelmy, Lara Guaros (Venezuela)
Dwight Lewis, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela), USC

Argentina:
Facundo Campazzo, Real Madrid (Spain)
Nicolas Laprovittola, Flamengo (Brazil)
Luca Vildoza, Quilmes (Argentina)
Nicolas Richotti, Tenerife (Spain)
Nicolas Brussino, Regatas Corrientes (Argentina)
Patricio Garino, George Washington
Marcos Mata, Franca (Brazil)
Federico Aguerre, Gimnasia (Argentina)
Matias Bortolin, Atenas (Argentina)
Marcos Delia, Obras Sanitarias (Argentina)
Tayavek Galizzi, Quilmes (Argentina)
Juan Manuel Torres, Atenas (Argentina)

Canada:
Anthony Bennett, Minnesota Timberwolves, UNLV
Sim Bhullar, Sacramento Kings, New Mexico State
Dillon Brooks, Oregon
Junior Cadougan, Avellino (Italy), Marquette
Aaron Doornekamp, Frankfurt (Germany), Carleton (CIS)
Melvin Ejim, Virtus Roma (Italy), Iowa State
Carl English, AEK Athens (Greece), Hawaii
Brady Heslip, Igokea (Bosnia), Baylor
Daniel Mullings, New Mexico State
Jamal Murray, Orangeville Prep (Canada), committed to Kentucky
Andrew Nicholson, Orlando Magic, St. Bonaventure
Kyle Wiljter, Gonzaga

Dominican Republic:
Andres Feliz, West Oaks Academy (Florida), committed to South Florida
Miguel Dicent, Morehead State
Jose Acosta, La Vega Reales (Dominican Republic)
Manuel Fortuna, Santo Domingo Leones (Dominican Republic)
Rigoberto Mendoza, La Vega Reales (Dominican Republic)
James Maye, club unknown, UNC Greensboro
Nehemias Morillo, South Florida
Gerardo Suero, Santo Domingo Leones (Dominican Republic), Albany
Edward Santana, Licey Titanes (Dominican Republic)
Manuel Guzman, Santo Domingo Soles (Dominican Republic), Bemidji State (DII)
Juan Jose Garcia, Licey Titanes (Dominican Republic)
Angel Luis Delgado, Seton Hall

Mexico:
Jesus Gonzalez, Veracruz Halcones Rojos (Mexico)
Pedro Meza, Culiacan Caballeros (Mexico), Arizona Western (JC)
Carlos Toussaint, Toluca Gigantes (Mexico)
Orlando Mendez, Xalapa Halcones (Mexico), Western Kentucky
Francisco Cruz, Cicilista (Argentina), Wyoming
Gabriel Giron, Monterrey Fuerza Regia (Mexico)
Marco Ramos, Cuauhtemoc Manzaneros (Mexico), Grand Canyon
Hector Hernandez, Quintana Roo Pioneros (Mexico), Fresno State
Jesus Hiram Lopez, Hermosillo Rayos (Mexico), South West Baptist (DII)
Edgar Garibay, Mazatlan Lobos (Mexico), Long Beach State
Israel Gutierrez, Culiacan Caballeros (Mexico)
Adrian Zamora, Veracruz Halcones Rojos (Mexico), Montana State

[awhom111]

Azura Stevens and the United States U19 team had an easy first game in the knockout rounds as they beat Argentina 89-39. Azura had 11 points in 15 minutes. A'ja Wilson had 18 points, Ali Patberg and Naphessa Collier had 11 points and 9 rebounds each, and Mariya Moore had 11 points and 6 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/Argentina-USA#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Angela Salvadores and Spain had a tough matchup with European foes Netherlands, but won 73-68 to advance. Angela had 18 points in 38 minutes. Laia Flores of South Florida had 18 points and Helena Orts of Fairfield had 12 points and 11 rebounds. The incoming Miami duo had strong games in the loss as Emese Hof had 18 points and 7 rebounds, and Laura Cornelius had 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/Netherlands-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the other Round of 16 games, France needed overtime to beat Brazil 76-63. Canada beat Serbia 58-52 as incoming Iowa State player Bridget Carleton had 24 points and 8 rebounds. Australia beat Mali 91-23 with 19 points from SMU's Alicia Froling and 16 points and 9 rebounds from Stanford signee Alanna Smith. Belgium beat South Korea 70-37. The hosts beat Egypt 94-37. China beat Taiwan 89-63 in the big rivalry game.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/France-Brazil#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/Canada-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/Mali-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/Belgium-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/Russia-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2207/Chinese-Taipei-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the updated brackets:

Quarterfinals:
Russia vs France
China vs Australia
Spain vs Belgium
United States vs Canada

9th Place:
Egypt vs Brazil
Taiwan vs Mali
Netherlands vs South Korea.
Argentina vs Serbia

At the Pan American Games, the United States got a win and helped determine the two teams moving on to the semifinals as Mark Few's bunch pounded Rick Pitino's crew 102-70. A couple veterans led the way with Bobby Brown providing 16 points and 6 assists and Damien Wilkins adding 15 points as a couple collegians chipped in as Denzel Valentine had 15 points and Taurean Prince had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Central Connecticut State Blue Devil Javier Mojica had 15 points and ex-USC player Larry Ayuso and ex-Florida Atlantic player Paul Graham had 11 points each.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-a-04.htm

In the other game in the group, Brazil beat Venezuela 79-64 and later found out that they were advancing to the semifinals. In the win, naturalized ex-DII player Larry Taylor had 12 points and ex-Gonzaga player J.P. Bastista had 11 points. In the loss, ex-USF player John Cox and ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 16 points each.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-a-03.htm

In the other group, the Dominican Republic beat Mexico 95-70. In the win, ex-UNC Greensboro player James Maye had 22 points and ex-Albany player Gerardo Suero had 18 points. In the loss, ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 21 points, ex-Grand Canyon player Marco Ramos had 13 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-Long Beach State player Edgar Garibay had 12 points. The hosts came back late to beat Argentina 88-83. There were good contributions from the NBA players as Andrew Nicholson had 24 points and 12 rebounds and Anthony Bennett had 17 points and 6 rebounds with 20 points from incoming Kentucky freshman Jamal Murray and 10 points from ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip.
Boxscores:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-b-03.htm
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-b-04.htm

Here are Thursday's games (times EDT, all live on ESPN3):
Argentina vs Dominican Republic, 10:30am
Venezuela vs Puerto Rico, 1:30pm
Mexico vs Canada, 6:00pm
United States vs Brazil, 9:00pm

[awhom111]

It was the last day of rest at the U19 World Championships before three straight games to close out the weekend. Here are the links for Friday's quarterfinals:
Angela and Spain vs Belgium, 8:45am EDT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WTphkQEJDc
Azura and the United States vs Canada, 1:15pm EDT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYup2UsTvyQ

In the Pan American Games, the United States and Brazil were playing for the top spot in the group knowing which place would lead to which semifinal opponent and the Americans fell behind before losing 93-83. The veterans had solid games again as Keith Langford had 17 points, Bobby Brown had 16 points, and Anthony Randolph had 15 points while Taurean Prince led the collegiate contingent with 16 points. J.P. Batista had 13 points in the win against his former college coach.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-a-06.htm

In the other game in the group, Rick Pitino got his first win with Puerto Rico as they beat Venezuela 89-72. In the win, J.J. Barea was finally able to do his thing as he led the team with 27 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Oregon State player Devon Collier had 21 points, and ex-USC player Larry Ayuso and ex-Kansas player Kevin Young had 10 points each. In the loss, ex-USC player Dwight Lewis had 19 points, ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 17 points and 8 rebounds, and ex-USF player John Cox had 17 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-a-05.htm
Standings: Brazil 3-0, United States 2-1, Puerto Rico 1-2, Venezuela 0-3

In the other group, Argentina beat the Dominican Republic 80-70 as Patricio Garino of George Washington had 13 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, ex-UNC Greensboro player James Maye had 19 points and ex-Albany player Gerardo Suero had 15 points. The hosts took the top spot in the group by beating Mexico 96-76 to send the rest of the teams into a tiebreaker. Ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip continues to be the sharpshooter as he had 20 points, young Jamal Murray impressed again with 14 points, and the NBA players chipped in as Andrew Nicholson had 11 points and 10 rebounds and Anthony Bennett had 10 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Western Kentucky player Orlando Mendez-Valdez had 24 points, ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 14 points, and ex-Grand Canyon player Marco Ramos had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-b-05.htm
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-b-06.htm
Standings: Canada 3-0, Dominican Republic 1-2, Argentina 1-2, Mexico 1-2

Here is Friday's schedule (times EDT, all live on ESPN3):

Semifinals:
Brazil vs Dominican Republic, 1:30pm
United States vs Canada, 6:00pm

5th Place:
Puerto Rico vs Argentina, 9:00pm

7th Place:
Venezuela vs Mexico,10:30am

The busy European youth calendar each summer continued with the start of the two U18 Men's Championships. There is actually a Division C at the U18 level, which was played in Gibraltar earlier in the month, but teams there do not automatically move between divisions. Three teams will move from Division A to Division B and vice versa in 2016 after the results of this tournament. Division A is being played in Volos, Greece this year as sixteen teams look to win or at least survive for another summer. Twenty four teams are contesting Division B's title in three locations in Austria, Oberwart, Gussing, and Furstenfeld. Each competition starts with four groups for round robin play. As with many other competitions, Division A will be mostly shown on FIBA's YouTube channel. One interesting note to some people might be the fact that below the U20 level, the component parts of the United Kingdom compete separately instead of as a unified British team, which I still think is a silly idea here. Another interesting story is T.J. Leaf, who opted to suit up for Israel after being rejected for the United States U19 team. His teammates include the son of David Blatt.

[CDu]

The USA/Canada game has been fun. Murray (incoming frosh for UK) has had an amazing 4th quarter. 14 points, now with a chance to win it.

[awhom111]

Azura Stevens and the United States U19 team rolled into the semifinals with a 93-45 win over Canada. Azura had 9 points and 8 rebounds in 15 minutes. Mariya Moore and Napheesa Collier had 12 points each, A'ja Wilson had 11 points, and Kristen Anigwe had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/USA-Canada#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Angela Salvadores and Spain also prevailed in their quarterfinal as they beat Belgium 70-66. Angela had 21 points, 6 assists, and 6 steals as she played all 40 minutes. Ex-Miami player Laura Quevedo had 23 points and 13 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/Spain-Belgium#|tab=boxscore_statistics

That sets up another matchup of the future teammates on Saturday, which can be watched on ESPN3 at 1:15pm EDT.

In the other quarterfinals, Australia beat China 83-46. In the win, Stanford signee Alanna Smith had 14 points and 6 rebounds and Baylor's Kristy Wallace had 12 points. The hosts beat France 68-48 to repeat their performance in last year's European U18 final.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/China-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/Russia-France#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the fight for 9th place, Brazil beat Egypt 84-66. The Netherlands beat South Korea 72-41 as Miami signee Emese Hof had 17 points and 12 rebounds. Mali beat Taiwan 77-59. Argentina beat Serbia 66-59.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/Egypt-Brazil#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/Netherlands-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/Chinese-Taipei-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2407/Argentina-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Brackets:

Semifinals:
Russia vs Australia
Spain vs United States

5th Place:
France vs China
Belgium vs Canada

9th Place:
Brazil vs Mali
Netherlands vs Serbia

13th Place:
Egypt vs Taiwan
South Korea vs Argentina

At the Pan American Games, it was a wild semifinal between the United States and Canada with the game going into overtime before the hosts won 111-108. The veterans led the way again as Bobby Brown had 25 points and 7 assists and Anthony Randolph had 21 points and 6 rebounds with the leading collegians being Ron Baker and his 15 points and Denzel Valentine and his 11 points. In the win, the NBA duo had good games again as Andrew Nicholson had 31 points and 10 rebounds and Anthony Bennett with 18 points and 14 rebounds as young Jamal Murray was held scoreless for three quarters before rattling off 22 points and adding 6 assists to carry his team across the line.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-2-02.htm

In the other semifinal, Brazil just survived the Dominican Republic 68-62 as naturalized ex-DII player Larry Taylor had 11 points. In the loss, ex-UNC Greensboro player James Maye had 15 points and ex-Albany player Gerardo Suero and young South Florida commit Andres Feliz had 11 points each.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-2-01.htm

Medal Games Saturday (times EDT, both live on ESPN3):
Bronze: Dominican Republic vs United States, 11:00am
Gold: Brazil vs Canada, 4:30pm

Earlier in the day, Venezuela at least got a win by beating Mexico 83-59 in the 7th place game. In the win, ex-USF player John Cox had 24 points and ex-USC player Dwight Lewis had 14 points. In the loss, ex-Grand Canyon player Marco Ramos had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-1-04.htm

The day ended with Argentina beating Puerto Rico 105-85 for 5th place as Patricio Garino of George Washington had 12 points. In the loss, ex-JC player Jezreel De Jesus had 12 points, ex-Sam Houston State player Gilberto Clavell had 10 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-USC player Larry Ayuso and ex-Florida Atlantic player Paul Graham had 10 points each.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-1-03.htm

[dudog84]

For any fans out there, USA (Azura Stevens) plays Spain (Angela Salvadores) in the Under 19 semis today at 1:15 on espn3.com.

[dudog84]

One of the commentators said early in the game that Salvadores was having problems qualifying for Duke. Anyone know what he was talking about?

[jimsumner]

One of the commentators said early in the game that Salvadores was having problems qualifying for Duke. Anyone know what he was talking about?

There were some questions about her mastery of English. I am told those questions have been answered to the satisfaction of all concerned.

[dudog84]

There were some questions about her mastery of English. I am told those questions have been answered to the satisfaction of all concerned.

Gracias, Senor Sumner.

[dudog84]

Also, thanks and apologies to awhom111...I didn't know I was duplicating a thread that he/she was doing a much better job at covering.

[awhom111]

Azura Stevens and Angela Salvadores squared off again with Azura and the United States winning again 80-65. Azura had 11 points and 6 rebounds in 21 minutes and Angela had 16 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists in 37 minutes. Napheesa Collier had 24 points and 14 rebounds, A'ja Wilson had 20 points and 16 rebounds, and Mariya Moore had 10 points and 7 rebounds in the win while ex-Miami player Laura Quevedo had 17 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/Spain-USA#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Both will play on Sunday with Angela and Spain playing for third place at 11:00am EDT on livebasketball.tv and Azura and the United States playing for the championship at 1:15pm EDT on ESPN3.

In the other semifinal, the hosts beat Australia 76-57 behind a 27 point, 16 rebound performance from young phenom Maria Vadeeva. Baylor's Kristy Wallace had 15 points and 8 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/Russia-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the fight for 5th place, France beat China 67-61 and Belgium beat Canada 70-64 despite 20 points and 6 rebounds from incoming Iowa State player Bridget Carleton.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/France-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/Belgium-Canada#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the race for 9th place, Brazil beat Mali 60-49 and the Netherlands beat Serbia 90-60. The future Miami duo did more damage as Emese Hof had 24 points and 9 rebounds and Laura Cornelius had 16 points and 6 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/Brazil-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/Netherlands-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

As teams tried to avoid last place, Taiwan beat Egypt 73-59 and South Korea beat Argentina 63-57.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/Egypt-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2507/Korea-Argentina#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The other final day games will be on FIBA's YouTube channel:
5th Place: France vs Belgium
7th Place: China vs Canada
9th Place: Brazil vs Netherlands
11th Place: Mali vs Serbia
13th Place: Taiwan vs South Korea
15th Place: Egypt vs Argentina

At the Pan American Games, the United States still had the chance to win a Bronze Medal, but needed a massive comeback to overcome the Dominican Republic 87-82. A couple veterans led the way again as Bobby Brown had 19 points and Damien Wilkins had 18 points. Among the collegians, Taurean Prince had 12 points and 7 rebounds and Ron Baker and Denzel Valentine had 11 points each. In the loss, ex-UNC Greensboro player James Maye had 16 points, ex-DII player Manuel Guzman had 11 points, Miguel Dicent of Morehead State had 10 points and 8 assists, and ex-Albany player Gerardo Suero had 10 points. Matching the results of a D League based team from four years ago, it will be interesting to see what model USA Basketball will pursue in 2019.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-1-02.htm

In the final, the hosts struggled early and Brazil held off their attempts to come back to win 86-71 as naturalized ex-DII player Larry Taylor had 13 points. In the loss, the NBA duo contributed heavily again as Anthony Bennett had 18 points and 9 rebounds and Andrew Nicholson had 11 points. Jamal Murray took some time to get into the game again and had 12 points, Dillon Brooks of Oregon had 11 points, and ex-Iowa State player Melvin Ejim had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://results.toronto2015.org/IRS/en/basketball/results-men-1-01.htm

Standings:
Brazil
Canada
United States
Dominican Republic
Argentina
Puerto Rico
Venezuela
Mexico

[awhom111]

Azura Stevens and the United States played for the U19 World Championship knowing that they would have their biggest test of the tournament in the final against the home team, but they built a lead on their way to the 78-70 win over Russia. Azura had 18 points and 6 rebounds in 27 minutes. A'ja Wilson had 30 points and 8 rebounds, Napheesa Collier had 10 points and 10 rebounds, and Chatrice White had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/Russia-USA#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Angela Salvadores and Spain played for third place, but lost 69-62 to Australia. Angela led all scorers with 22 points in 34 minutes. Ex-Miami player Laura Quevedo had 15 points and 6 rebounds. In the win, Stanford signee Alanna Smith had 20 points and 16 rebounds. Angela finished first in the whole tournament in scoring, fourth in assists, and tenth in steals and the tenth most efficient player overall while playing more minutes than any other player. Her summer of basketball is not complete as she looks to join Spain's U18 team.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/Australia-Spain#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the 5th place game, France beat Belgium 53-40.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/France-Belgium#|tab=boxscore_statistics

China beat Canada 67-47. Bridget Carleton heads to Iowa State with another strong performance as she had 12 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/China-Canada#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The Netherlands did manage to get 9th place by beating Brazil 83-72. Katie Meier has to be looking forward to her incoming freshmen arriving in Miami as Emese Hof had 23 points and 8 rebounds and Laura Cornelius had 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/Brazil-Netherlands#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Serbia beat Mali 58-46 for 11th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/Mali-Serbia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the 13th place game, South Korea beat Taiwan 78-67.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/Chinese-Taipei-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the game to avoid last place, Argentina beat Egypt 50-43.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/world/u19women/2015/2607/Egypt-Argentina#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Standings:
United States
Russia
Australia
Spain
France
Belgium
China
Canada
Netherlands
Brazil
Serbia
Mali
South Korea
Taiwan
Argentina
Egypt

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores had to make the quick flight to Slovenia to join the U18 team. They start against Russia tomorrow at 2:45pm EDT and can be seen here live or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDBnM5cwETs

[CameronBornAndBred]

Angela Salvadores had to make the quick flight to Slovenia to join the U18 team. They start against Russia tomorrow at 2:45pm EDT and can be seen here live or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDBnM5cwETs
I was thinking when I saw this yesterday; isn't she missing out on something by not being on campus? I know the experience would be too great to turn down, so I'm not chiding her at all, just wondering about her not being at Duke yet with her other teammates.

[MCFinARL]

I was thinking when I saw this yesterday; isn't she missing out on something by not being on campus? I know the experience would be too great to turn down, so I'm not chiding her at all, just wondering about her not being at Duke yet with her other teammates.

Just speculating, but possibly she must play on these teams if she wants a shot at the Spanish Olympic team for 2016.

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores and Spain took a while to get going in the European U18 Championship as half the team was coming from practice and the other team was coming from the U19 World Championship. They faced a big halftime deficit in their opener against Russia, but settled in during the second half in Slovenia to win 70-63. Angela led her team with 19 points in 37 minutes as she also looks to defend the scoring title she won last summer. Florida State signee Maria Conde had 18 points and 9 rebounds and Charlotte signee Laia Raventos had 16 points and 6 rebounds.
Here is the boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11217-B-1-1.html

Their next game against Poland can be seen here at 12:30pm EDT tomorrow:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9OKuZSkya0


Just speculating, but possibly she must play on these teams if she wants a shot at the Spanish Olympic team for 2016.

The senior national team is a little bit too far away to think about right now. A lot of players just like to represent their country and feel obligated to do so when they have the opportunity even if nothing is directly at stake. Given the chance to play competitive games, I do not think that our braintrust minds her playing. Duke has never really been a place to discourage international play.

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores and Spain took on Poland and again needed to come back in the second half, as the game went into overtime before they won 50-46. That result also means that Spain will move on to the next round of the U18 European Championship, where two of the results from this stage will carry over. Angela had 9 points and 7 rebounds in 27 minutes. A couple of the other incoming NCAA players also had solid games as Maria Conde had 14 points and 14 rebounds and Laia Raventos had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11217-B-3-2.html

Their next game is against Portugal and can be seen here at 8:00am EDT on Saturday live or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufX_mNZlqaQ

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores moved over to the starting point guard slot as Spain knew that their result against Portugal would count towards the next stage standings. They went into overtime for the second straight day and won again 66-61 to carry a 2-0 record into the next round. Angela led her team with 22 points and added 6 rebounds in 41 minutes. Maria Conde had 18 points and 9 rebounds and Laia Raventos had 12 points coming off the bench. In the loss, Washington State signee Maria Kostourkova had 13 points and 14 rebounds and Old Dominion signee Carolina Bernardeco had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11217-B-5-3.html

There is some news about players who transferred out of Duke.

Olek Czyz and Poland beat the Czech Republic 70-52 in an exhibition game in preparation for Eurobasket 2015. Olek had 5 points in 9 minutes. Gonzaga's Przemyslaw Karnowski had 10 points.

Michael Gbinije has joined Nigeria's training camp in France. They are more shorthanded in the backcourt than in the frontcourt, so there are opportunities there.

[awhom111]

Olek Czyz and Poland beat the Czech Republic 65-64 in another exhibition. Olek had 2 points in 12 minutes. In the loss, former second round pick Tomas Satoransky had 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists and ex-NBA player Jiri Welsch had 11 points.

At the youth level, the European U18 Championships ended today on the men's side. Division A play concluded in Volos, Greece with the hosts coming back to beat Turkey 64-61. At the other end of the standings, teams wanted to be among the sixteen teams to be in next summer's tournament, which will serve as the qualifier for the 2017 U19 World Championship. Ukraine and the Czech Republic were already condemned to Division B after Saturday's games and Finland relegated Montenegro on Sunday to ensure their own survival.

Final Standings:
Greece
Turkey
Lithuania
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Serbia
France
Spain
Germany
Russia
Latvia
Italy
Croatia
Finland
Montenegro
Ukraine
Czech Republic

Meanwhile in Austria, Sweden edged Israel 73-72 in a thriller to win the Division B tournament. Both teams had already earned promotion to next summer's Division A tournament with their wins on Saturday. Slovenia joins them after beating Poland 78-60.

Final Standings:
Sweden
Israel
Slovenia
Poland
Hungary
Iceland
England
Georgia
Belgium
Denmark
Netherlands
Portugal
Austria
Switzerland
Estonia
Romania
Slovakia
Belarus
Bulgaria
Scotland
Macedonia
Ireland
Albania
Luxembourg

[awhom111]

Watch Angela Salvadores and Spain here at 10:15am EDT or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvHqDt3VC3w

[sagegrouse]

Watch Angela Salvadores and Spain here at 10:15am EDT or on replay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvHqDt3VC3w

Oh my, you get up early AWhom111. Thanks again for the keeping us posted on overseas play.

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores was rested as Spain wore down Israel to open the second stage of the competition with an 83-52. Given Angela's recent busy U19 tournament where she played more minutes than any player on any team followed by a start to the U18 tournament that featured two overtime games and her already near top placement in this tournament in minutes, this was probably a solid idea. The overall tournament format is nine games in eleven days with only one rest day. The win means that Spain has qualified for the quarterfinals. While it will not affect Angela, since she will be too old for this tournament next year, it also means that they will stay in Division A at the 2016 European U18 Championships, which will be the qualification tournament for the 2017 U19 World Championship. Laia Raventos had 13 points and Maria Conde had 10 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11218-E-3-1.html


Oh my, you get up early AWhom111. Thanks again for the keeping us posted on overseas play.

As it turns out, she did not play, making the whole post moot. Although I was awake well before making it.

[awhom111]

In theory Angela should play against Italy, at 12:30pm EDT:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZdLHNxT3Ro

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores returned to action for the Spain U18 team as they knew they would need her with group winners getting second stage games in increasing order of difficulty. Italy had the stronger start, but Spain fought back and the game went into overtime, where they held on to a 68-67 win to remain undefeated. Angela led all scorers with 31 points in 42 minutes. Maria Conde chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11218-E-6-2.html

Their next game against France will be for the top spot in the group. It can be seen on Wednesday at 2:45pm EDT or on replay here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdx0kEVD9xk

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores and Spain had to shuffle their lineup a bit and Angela started as the de facto point guard. Unlike the pattern of their other games, they jumped out to a big early lead over France and then succumbed to a comeback, losing 58-54. Angela led all scorers with 16 points in 36 minutes.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11218-E-9-3.html

The team gets a day of rest before their quarterfinal against Belgium.

Michael Gbinije and Nigeria beat a team of touring American collegians, including one of his Syracuse teammates, 127-88 in an exhibition in Paris.

[-jk]

Um, what's going on in Paris?

-jk

[awhom111]

Um, what's going on in Paris?

-jk

Almost all of the players in Nigeria's training camp are American born so most of their serious practices happen abroad and not domestically. By training in France, they have a much better selection of opponents to draw from and far superior facilities. A lot of the players would not be willing to travel to Nigeria to participate. Most of the other stronger African teams hold parts of training camp domestically and then head abroad for exhibitions.

There are a couple of regular American exhibition tours in the summer for current collegians (Marshall and Quinn participated in one a few years back against a few national teams). As I understand it, this one is in France and they and Nigeria had open spots on their schedules. Suddenly an exhibition game is born.

[awhom111]

Angela and the Spain U18 team will play their quarterfinal against Belgium at 10:15am EDT tomorrow and can be seen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFREro6ixyQ

[Tappan Zee Devil]

Angela Salvadores and Spain had to shuffle their lineup a bit and Angela started as the de facto point guard. Unlike the pattern of their other games, they jumped out to a big early lead over France and then succumbed to a comeback, losing 58-54. Angela led all scorers with 16 points in 36 minutes.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11218-E-9-3.html

The team gets a day of rest before their quarterfinal against Belgium.

Michael Gbinije and Nigeria beat a team of touring American collegians, including one of his Syracuse teammates, 127-88 in an exhibition in Paris.

When does Angela arrive in durham?

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores and Spain were able to return to their usual lineup in the quarterfinal against Belgium, building up a lead before just hanging on in the fourth quarter to advance 59-53. Angela had 18 points in 37 minutes. Maria Conde returned to the lineup with 18 points, 17 rebounds, and 6 assists. Incoming Drexel freshman Eline Maesschalck had 12 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11220-51-A-1.html

Their semifinal against Italy will be at 12:30pm EDT on Saturday and can be seen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlcyvFCpf7U

Olek Czyz and Poland traveled to Latvia for an exhibition and lost 84-82. Olek had 5 points in limited first half minutes. A.J. Slaughter, the ex-Western Kentucky player who will occupy the naturalized spot for the team, had 14 points and Marcin Gortat and Gonzaga's Prezemyslaw Karnowski had 10 points each. In the win, Janis Timma, the last pick of the 2013 draft by the Memphis Grizzlies before his rights were traded to the Orlando Magic, had 10 points.

[awhom111]

Angela Salvadores and Spain prevailed 66-56 in the tough semifinal against Italy. Angela had 18 points in 37 minutes. Maria Conde had 20 points and 8 rebounds and Laia Raventos had 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11225-64-A-1.html

The final is a revenge game against France at 2:15pm EDT on Sunday.

Olek Czyz and Poland lost 98-97 in overtime to Slovenia in Latvia. Olek had 2 points in 5 minutes. Marcin Gortat had 24 points and 8 rebounds and A.J. Slaughter had 12 points. In the win, Zoran Dragic had 16 points as he may not be an NBA player anymore soon.
Boxscore:
http://www.kzs.si/fileadmin/user_upload/dokumenti3/statistika/08_08_2015__stat__slo-pol.jpg

[awhom111]

Angela and Spain look for revenge on Sunday against France at 2:15pm EDT and can be seen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncKWmwCreZw

[chrishoke]

Angela and Spain win the championship, handily beating France 76-60!

Congrats Angela. Well done!

[chrishoke]

Angela wins the MVP of the tournament.:D

[awhom111]

Angela and Spain got their revenge on France in the final with a solid margin. Angela led all scorers with 27 points and added 7 rebounds in 39 minutes. A couple of other incoming collegians had strong performances as Maria Conde had 21 points and 16 rebounds and Laia Raventos had 16 points. Angela was selected to the All-Tournament team and then earned MVP honors. She was tied for the highest scoring average.
Boxscore:
http://u18women.fibaeurope.com/en/compID_uHP8sHguJSYAvKyuMkarZ1.season_2015.roundID_ 10457.gameID_11233-72-A-1.html

Teams at the other end of the tournament standings were fighting to stay in Division A for next year to retain a chance at the U19 World Championships in 2017. Portugal and Estonia were already relegated on Saturday after their losses and Poland joins them after a narrow loss to Hungary.

Final Standings:
Spain
France
Russia
Italy
Slovenia
Czech Republic
Belgium
Netherlands
Croatia
Lithuania
Serbia
Israel
Hungary
Poland
Portugal
Estonia

In Division B in Bucharest, Romania, 20 teams competed for 3 spots in the 2016 European U18 tournament and a chance to qualify for the 2017 U19 World Championship. Slovakia edged Latvia in the final although both teams had already qualified by winning their semifinals. Turkey beat Sweden to take the last spot.

Final Standings:
Slovakia
Latvia
Turkey
Sweden
Germany
Romania
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Denmark
Finland
Greece
Belarus
England
Ukraine
Luxembourg
Bulgaria
Switzerland
Iceland
Ireland
Cyprus
Albania

One Olympic spot is up for grabs this week in Edmonton, Canada. Nine women's national teams and already qualified Brazil head there for the continental crown and to play their way into next summer's proceedings. Three more teams get to participate in the last qualifying tournament next year. The first stage is two groups with round robin play with the top two teams in each group advancing to the semifinals. A fifth place game will be played by the two third placed teams, which could determine the last team that keeps Olympic dreams alive.

The day started in Group A, where Chile beat the Dominican Republic 88-56. Their star, ex-WNBA player Ziomara Morrison led the way with 28 points and 14 rebounds. Ex-DII player Vanessa Leeper Jones returned to basketball with 17 points and JC player Barbara Cousino had 11 points. In the loss, ex-Robert Morris player Sugeiry Monsac had 11 points and 6 rebounds. The hosts were in the third timeslot and beat Puerto Rico 94-57. In the win, ex-Utah player Kim Smith had 11 points and 7 rebounds, ex-Hofstra player Lizanne Murphy had 11 points, and Kia Nurse of UConn had 10 points. In the loss, Jennifer O'Neill, the rookie out of Kentucky who was pretty much only able to play in this tournament because she was recently waived in the WNBA, had 12 points and Damika Martinez had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=2&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11697

In Group B, Ecuador beat the shorthanded US Virgin Islands 72-48. In the loss, ex-Portland player Natalie Day had 11 points and 11 rebounds and Brittney Matthew of Stephen F. Austin had 10 points. To close the night, Brazil went ahead and beat Venezuela 86-71, even though they had already found out that qualification was secured. In the win, Nadia Gomes Colhado, who was able to join the team after being waived in the WNBA, had 15 points and 14 rebounds and ex-WNBA player Iziane Castro Marques had 13 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Roselis Silva had 14 points and JC player Mariana Duran had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=1&r=11697

Here are the rosters to the best of my knowledge:

Canada:
Natalie Achonwa, Indiana Fever, Notre Dame
Miranda Ayim, Toulouse (France), Pepperdine
Nirra Fields, UCLA
Kim Smith, Sopron (Hungary), Utah and WNBA (2006-2008)
Miah-Marie Langlois, Lulea (Sweden), Windsor (CIS)
Lizanne Murphy, Angers (France), Hofstra
Kia Nurse, UConn
Katherine Plouffe, Arad (Romania), Marquette
Michelle Plouffe, Arras (France), Utah
Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe, Wohnbau (Germany), Simon Fraser (DII)
Tamara Tatham, Piestanke Cajky (Slovakia), UMass
Shona Thorburn, Nantes (France), Utah and WNBA (2006-2007)

Chile:
Thiare Garcia
Dafne Bermudez
Sendy Basaez
Ziomara Morrison, Besiktas (Turkey)/Leones Quilpe (Chile), WNBA (2012)
Francisca Rojas
Marisol Gamboa
Barbara Cousino, Utah State Eastern (JC)
Angella Angotzi, Leones Quilpe (Chile)
Catalina Abuyeres
Milena Koljanin, Leones Quilpe (Chile)
Jennifer Fuente, Leones Quilpe (Chile)
Vanessa Leeper Jones, club unknown, Nebraska-Kearney (DII)

Cuba:
Fransy Ochoa, Villa Clara (Cuba)
Ineidis Casanova, Santiago (Cuba)
Anisleidy Galindo, Pinar del Rio (Cuba)
Oyanaisy Gelis, Maranhao (Brazil)
Arlenys Romero, Pinar del Rio (Cuba)
Yamara Amargo, Sancti Spiritus (Cuba)
Arlety Povea, Pinar del Rio (Cuba)
Marlene Cepeda, Sancti Spiritus (Cuba)
Clenia Noblet, Guantanamo (Cuba)
Zuleira Aties, Capitalina (Cuba)
Leidys Oquendo, Camaguey (Cuba)
Suchitel Avila, Capitalinas (Cuba)

Dominican Republic:
Carmen Guzman, Landes (France), UAB
Julady Zapata
Jennifer Estrella
Andreina Paniagua
Yamel Abreu
Genesis Martinez
Viviana Beltre
Marian Soto
Gissel Peguero, club unknown, Felician (DII)
Cheisy Hernandez
Sugeiry Monsac, club unknown, Robert Morris

Puerto Rico:
Jennifer O'Neill, Minnesota Lynx, Kentucky
Cheetah Delgado, Santurce (Puerto Rico), Florida State
Jazmine Sepulveda, Carolina Giants (Puerto Rico), South Florida
Angelica Bermudez, Ponce Lions (Puerto Rico), Kean (DIII)
Ali Gibson, Oregon State
Tayra Melendez, Rhode Island
Sandra Garcia, Manatee (Puerto Rico), Wake Forest
Natalie Diaz
Marie Placido
Sofia Roma, Wagner
Yoyling Del Rosario
Damika Martinez, Iona

Argentina:
Macarena Rosset, Ferrara (Italy)/Penarol (Argentina)
Ornella Santana, Berazategui (Argentina)
Victoria Llorente, Atletico Lanus (Argentina)
Diana Cabrera, Union Florida (Argentina)
Andrea Boquete, Berazategui (Argentina)
Celia Fiorotto, Union Florida (Argentina)
Agostino Burani, Union Florida (Argentina)
Melisa Gretter, Zaragoza (Spain)/Union Florida (Argentina)
Sandra Pavon, President Vencislau (Brazil)
Debora Gonzalez, Ragusa (Italy)
Sthefany Thomas, Jaragua (Brazil)/Penarol (Argentina), Clemson
Gisela Vega, Union Florida (Argentina)

Brazil:
Izabella Sangalli, Jaragua (Brazil)/Recife (Brazil)
Debora Da Costa, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Taina Paixao, America (Brazil)
Patricia Texeira, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Iziane Castro Marques, Maranhao (Brazil), WNBA (2002-2003 and 2005-2013)
Jaqueline Silvestre, Santo Andre (Brazil)
Gilmara Justino, Americana (Brazil)
Izabela Leite, Score Sports Academy (Florida)
Karina Jacob, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Nadia Gomes Colhado, America (Brazil)/Atlanta Dream
Isabela Lyra, Sao Jose (Brazil)
Kelly Santos, Osmaniye (Turkey)/Recife (Brazil), WNBA (2001-2002, 2008)

Ecuador:
Edith Nobecilla, Universidad Tecnologica Equinoccial (Ecuador)
Marjorie Caicedo, Universidad Tecnologica Equinoccial (Ecuador)
Rossana Pazmino, Universidad Tecnologica Equinoccial (Ecuador)
Liliana Angulo, Santa Maria (Ecuador)
Maria Jose Vinueza, Universidad Tecnologica Equinoccial (Ecuador)
Dayanna Salcedo, Universidad Tecnologica Equinoccial (Ecuador)
Anabel Barahona, Universidad Tecnologica Equinoccial (Ecuador)
Maria Mora Valdez, Santa Maria (Ecuador)
Andrea Munoz, Universidad Estatal de Milagro (Ecuador)
Doris Lasso, Santa Maria (Ecuador)
Flor Chum, Santa Maria (Ecuador)
Jessica Preciado, Universidad Tecnologica Equinoccial (Ecuador)

US Virgin Islands:
J'Naya Ephraim, Southern Durham (North Carolina)
Akia Frett, Eastern Arizona (JC)
Natalie Day, Lemvig (Denmark), Portland
Brittney Matthew, Stephen F. Austin
Lanese Bough, Nebraska-Omaha
Stacey Griffith, club unknown, District of Columbia (DII)
Yanique Javois, club unknown, Missouri Western (DII)
Quatica Johnson, club unknown, Shaw (DII)
Victoria Hamilton, club unknown, Radford
Aesha Peters, club unknown, Bowie State (DII)

Venezuela:
Mayerling Landaeta, Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Roselis Silva, Anzoategui (Venezuela), Arkansas Tech (DII)
Yosimar Corrales, Universidad Estatal de Milagro (Ecuador)
Ana Garcia, Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Ivaney Marquez, Universidad Estatal de Milagro (Ecuador), Missouri Southern (DII)
Daniella Wallen, Northwest Florida State (JC)
Luisana Ortega, Guaira Bucaneras (Venezuela)
Mariana Duran, Panola (JC)
Cleyder Blanco, St. Thomas (NAIA)/Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Marielka Garate, Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Cynthia Polanco, Anzoategui (Venezuela)
Mirna Araujo, Universidad de Barinas Aguilas (Venezuela), Dowling (DII)

[awhom111]

The fight for an Olympic berth rages on in Edmonton.

In Group B, Argentina took a few minutes to get going in their opener, but then doubled up Ecuador 70-35. Venezuela had a tough time with the US Virgin Islands but won 69-62. In the win, ex-DII player Roselis Silva had 31 points and 6 rebounds, ex-DII player Ivaney Marquez had 14 points, and Cleyder Blanco, who just finished NAIA play, had 12 points. In the loss, ex-Radford player Victoria Hamilton had 20 points and 14 rebounds, Brittney Matthew of Stephen F. Austin had 20 points, and ex-DII player Yanique Javois had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=3&r=11697

In Group A, the hosts crushed Chile 93-36 after their best player went down with an injury. It was a balanced attack in the win as Natalie Achonwa had 14 points and 6 rebounds in her second break from the WNBA, ex-UMass player Tamara Tatham and UConn's Kia Nurse had 14 points each, ex-Utah player Michelle Plouffe had 12 points, and UCLA's Nirra Fields had 11 points. The day ended with Cuba dismantling the Dominican Republic 83-44.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=4&r=11697

[awhom111]

The picture is getting clearer at the FIBA Americas Championship for Women in Canada as teams try to keep their Olympic hopes alive.

In Group A, Cuba recorded a key 65-58 win over Puerto Rico. In the loss, rookie Jennifer O'Neill from Kentucky had 18 points and ex-Florida State player Cheetah Delgado had 14 points. The hosts played in the third timeslot and drubbed the Dominican Republic 111-36. In the win, ex-Pepperdine player Miranda Ayim had 15 points and 6 rebounds, Nirra Fields of UCLA had 13 points, ex-Notre Dame player Natalie Achonwa had 12 points, ex-Utah player Kim Smith had 11 points and 7 rebounds, ex-Hofstra player Lizanne Murphy had 11 points and 6 assists, and Kia Nurse of UConn had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=6&r=11697

In Group B, Argentina beat the US Virgin Islands 75-51. In the loss, ex-Portland player Natalie Day had 21 points and 14 rebounds. To close the day, Brazil shows no signs of easing up after guaranteeing their Olympic berth as they beat Ecuador 76-45. In the win, ex-WNBA player Iziane Castro Marques had 19 points and 6 rebounds and recent WNBA castoff Nadia Gomes Colhado had 10 points and 20 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=5&r=11697

[awhom111]

Michael Gbinije is reportedly part of Nigeria's final squad for the Afrobasket tournament in Tunisia in a week's time. The full list has not been formally announced at this point as their national federation is a bit disorganized despite having a relatively enormous number of NBA players at their disposal.


With one more day of round robin play in Edmonton, the picture is now completely clear.

In Group A, Cuba beat Chile 88-61 to open the day. Chile was still without their best player so JC player Barbara Cousino stepped in with 16 points and ex-DII player Vanessa Leeper had 12 points. Puerto Rico survived the Dominican Republic 64-56. In the win, ex-Wake Forest player Sandra Garcia had 16 points and 8 rebounds, Ali Gibson of Oregon State had 11 points, and rookie Jennifer O'Neill from Kentucky had 10 points. Ex-Robert Morris player Sugeiry Monsac had 15 points and 12 rebounds in the loss. The Dominican Republic is eliminated and done with their tournament. Canada and Cuba are qualified for the semifinals and will play each other to determine the top spot in the group. At worst, both teams will have a shot to qualify for the Olympics next summer. Chile and Puerto Rico will play each other. The loser will be eliminated and the winner will play for the all-important fifth place.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=8&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=7&r=11697

In Group B, Argentina beat Venezuela 71-55. In the loss, ex-DII player Roselis Silva had 13 points and JC player Daniella Wallen had 10 points. Brazil closed the night by beating the US Virgin Islands 72-58. In the win, ex-WNBA player Nadia Gomes Colhado had 15 points and 9 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Radford player Victoria Hamilton had 16 points and 11 rebounds and ex-Portland player Natalie Day had 16 points and 6 rebounds. Argentina and Brazil have qualified for the semifinals and will play each other for the top spot in the group. Because Brazil is qualified for the Olympics as hosts, that means the fifth place game will provide the winner with a spot in the Olympic qualifying tournament. Venezuela and Ecuador will play for a spot in that game. If Brazil wins their semifinal, the winner of the other semifinal will automatically qualify for the Olympics.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=7&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=8&r=11697

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Final group placements were decided in Edmonton as two teams would be eliminated, two teams would keep Olympic hopes alive, and the other four would find out their semifinal matchup.

In Group B, the day started with Venezuela beating Ecuador 55-48 to advance to the fifth place game. In the win, ex-DII player Ivaney Marquez had 15 points and 9 rebounds and Cleyder Blanco, who just finished NAIA play, had 12 points and 8 rebounds. In the last game of the day, Brazil did their best to hand the top spot in the group to Argentina, but fought their way back in the second half only to give it away at the end to lost 73-69. In the loss, ex-WNBA player Iziane Castro Marques had 25 points and ex-WNBA player Nadia Gomes Colhado had 10 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=10&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=B&n=9&r=11697
Standings: Argentina 4-0, Brazil 3-1, Venezuela 2-2, Ecuador 1-3, US Virgin Islands 0-4

In Group A, Puerto Rico grabbed the final spot by beating shorthanded Chile 92-66. In the win, Damika Martinez of Iona had 22 points, ex-Wake Forest player Sandra Garcia had 17 points, rookie Jennifer O'Neill from Kentucky had 12 points, and ex-DIII player Angelica Bermudez had 10 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, the same players tried to pick up the slack as ex-DII player Vanessa Leeper had 18 points and JC player Barbara Cousino had 10 points. The hosts left no doubt about their supremacy in the group by crushing Cuba 92-43. In the win, UConn's Kia Nurse had 14 points, ex-Pepperdine player Miranda Ayim had 12 points and 7 rebounds, ex-Notre Dame player Natalie Achonwa had 12 points, and ex-Utah player Kim Smith and ex-UMass player Tamara Tatham had 11 points each.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=9&r=11697
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=A&n=10&r=11697
Standings: Canada 4-0, Cuba 3-1, Puerto Rico 2-2, Chile 1-3, Dominican Republic 0-4

If Brazil wins their semifinal over Canada, the winner between Argentina and Cuba will be in the Olympics.

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Olek Czyz was not particularly productive in 3 minutes as Poland lost 71-64 to Spain in an exhibition. Marcin Gortat had 18 points and 14 rebounds. Spain had plenty of NBA experience on their side as well with Nikola Mirotic leading them with 15 points and 6 rebounds and Rudy Fernandez adding 10 points.

The Olympic situation on the women's side in the Americas is nearly settled.

Venezuela controlled the second half against Puerto Rico to win 65-56 and grab the last spot in next summer's final qualifying tournament. In the win, JC player Daniella Wallen had 18 points and 11 rebounds and recent NAIA graduate Cleyder Blanco had 17 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, rookie Jennifer O'Neill from Kentucky had 12 points and 9 rebounds and ex-Florida State player Cheetah Delgado had 11 points and 7 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=25&n=A&r=11875

The first semifinal went to overtime as Cuba beat Argentina 89-79. The hosts then beat Brazil 83-66 to set up a rematch of the last FIBA Americas Championship in the final. In the win, ex-DII player Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe had 18 points, ex-Pepperdine player Miranda Ayim had 11 points, and the lone product of the Canadian intercollegiate athletic system, Miah-Marie Langlois, had 10 points and 7 assists. The two ex-WNBA players had solid efforts in the loss as Iziane Castro Marques had 15 points and Nadia Gomes Colhado had 14 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=22&n=A&r=11698
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=21&n=A&r=11698

The FIBA Oceania Championships are two legged aggregate series since only Australia and New Zealand participate. Rod Laver Arena hosted a doubleheader with the Opals hosting the Tall Ferns before the Boomers welcomed the Tall Blacks. The Opals take a sizable lead with them when the series shifts to New Zealand after beating the Tall Ferns 61-41 with 16 points and 7 rebounds from ex-WNBA player Suzy Batkovic. The second game was closer as the Boomers built a lead in the fourth quarter to take a 71-59 win to the second game in Wellington. In the win, ex-NBA player David Andersen had 17 points and the NBA backcourt of Mills and Dellavedova contributed 17 and 15 points respectively. Ex-NAIA player Corey Webster had 22 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/oceaniawomen/2015/1508/Australia-New-Zealand#tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/oceania/2015/1508/Australia-New-Zealand#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the rosters that the teams fielded:

Boomers:
David Andersen, Lyon-Villeurbanne (France), NBA (2009-2011)
Cameron Bairstow, Chicago Bulls, New Mexico
Andrew Bogut, Golden State Warriors, Utah
Ryan Broekhoff, Besiktas (Turkey), Valparaiso
Matthew Dellavedova, Cleveland Cavaliers, St. Mary's
Adam Gibson, Adelaide 36ers (Australia)
Cam Gliddon, Cairns Taipans (Australia), Concordia (NAIA)
Chris Goulding, Zaragoza (Spain)
Nate Jawai, Andorra (Spain), Midland (JC) and NBA (2008-2010)
Patty Mills, San Antonio Spurs, St. Mary's
Brock Motum, Adelaide 36ers (Australia), Washington State)
Brad Newley, Gran Canaria (Spain), drafted 54th in 2007 by Houston Rockets

Tall Blacks:
Tom Abercrombie, New Zealand Breakers (Australia)/San Sebastian Gipuzkoa (Spain), Washington State
Everard Bartlett, Ballarat Miners (Australia)
Isaac Fotu, Manresa (Spain), Hawaii
Shea Ili, New Zealand Breakers (Australia)/Southland Sharks (New Zealand)
Jarrod Kenny, Hawke's Bay Hawks (New Zealand)
Rob Loe, KAOD (Greece), Saint Louis
Dion Prewster, Wellington Saints (New Zealand), Stephen F. Austin
Reuben Te Rangi, New Zealand Breakers (Australia)/Waitakere Rangers (New Zealand)
Mika Vukona, New Zealand Breakers (Australia)/Nelson Giants (New Zealand)
Corey Webster, New Zealand Breakers (Australia)/Mega (Serbia), Lambuth (NAIA)
Tai Wynard, New Zealand Breakers (Australia)/Waitakere Rangers (New Zealand), committed to Kentucky
Lindsay Tait, Wellington Saints (New Zealand)

Opals:
Suzy Batkovic, Townsville Fire (Australia), WNBA (2005, 2009)
Sara Blicavs, Bendigo Spirit (Australia)/Geelong Supercats (Australia)
Natalie Burton, Melbourne Boomers (Australia), West Virginia
Katie-Rae Ebzery, Sydney Flames (Australia)/Basketball Australia Centre of Excellence (Australia)
Laura Summerton, Adelaide Lightning (Australia)/Bourges (France), WNBA (2005-2006)
Rachel Jarry, no club, WNBA (2013)
Alice Kunek, Dandenong Rangers (Australia)/Sandringham Sabres (Australia)
Tessa Lavey, Bendigo Spirit (Australia)/Bendigo Braves (Australia)
Tess Madgen, Melbourne Boomers (Australia)/Phoenix Mercury
Stephanie Talbot, Canberra Capitals (Australia)/Canberra Capitals (Australia), drafted 33rd in 2014 by Phoenix Mercury
Belinda Snell, Bendigo Spirit (Australia), WNBA (2005-2007, 2009-2011)
Kelly Wilson, Bendigo Spirit (Australia)/Bendigo Braves (Australia)

Tall Ferns:
Micaela Cocks, Townsville Fire (Australia)/Townsville Flames (Australia), Oregon
Jordan Hunter, Auckland Counties Manukau Hawks (New Zealand), Southeast Missouri State
Stella Beck, St. Mary's
Samara Gallaher, Oceana Gold Rush Otago (New Zealand)/Hume City Broncos (Australia)
Natalie Purcell, Gladstone Power (Australia), Southeast Missouri State
Kalani Purcell, Hutchinson State (JC), signed with BYU
Chevannah Paalvast, Southern Peninsula Sharks (Australia), Monmouth
Lisa Wallbutton, Willeton Tigers (Australia)
Jess Bygate, Nelson Sparks (New Zealand)/Gladstone Power (Australia), Dickinson State (NAIA)
Megan Craig, Lakeside Lightning (Australia), Albany
Penina Davidson, Cal/Harbour Breeze (New Zealand)
Tessa Boagni, Cal State Northridge

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Olek Czyz and Poland played another exhibition in Spain, this time time against an Angola team ready to start its Afrobasket tournament later this week. The game went into overtime before Poland prevailed 79-77. Olek had 4 points in 10 minutes. Marcin Gortat had 18 points and A.J. Slaughter had 13 points. He lost the naturalized player battle to ex-Oral Roberts player Reggie Moore, who had 15 points, with former Georgia high schooler Carlos Morais contributing 25 points.

It was a meaningless game in Edmonton, but Argentina beat Brazil 66-59 for third place to open the day. Ex-WNBA player Iziane Castro Marques had 11 points and 6 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=23&n=A&r=11699

In the final, the hosts had to withstand huge Cuba runs at the start of each half, but they got the 82-66 win at the end. In the win, UConn's Kia Nurse had 20 points, ex-Notre Dame player Natalie Achonwa had 12 points, the lone Canadian collegiate product Miah-Marie Langlois had 11 points and 8 assists, and ex-Pepperdine player Miranda Ayim had 11 points. Canada is now the fourth team to grab a bid to the women's tournament at the Olympics.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/can2015/en/box.asp?g=24&n=A&r=11699

Earlier in the week, it was announced that both of next year's U17 World Championships will be held in Spain. The qualification process on the men's side is nearly complete. Earlier in the summer, the United States, Canada, Argentina, and the Dominican Republic qualified from the Americas. Egypt and Mali then qualified from Africa. The Oceania championships are currently being played.

The European spots have been decided after their U16 Championships. Spain's qualification as hosts meant that six total teams would qualify from the tournament held in Kaunas, Lithuania. The hosts thought that they had the advantage to win the title, but a strong Bosnian squad just would not let them catch up on their way to a surprise 85-83 win. Turkey beat Spain 83-72 for third place, but had already qualified for the World Championships by winning their quarterfinal on Friday. France pounded Finland 75-46 for fifth place, although Saturday wins already meant that both teams would be hitting the world stage next summer. At the other end, Greece relegated England 77-52 a day after England relegated Israel 77-76. Russia was already relegated because the suspension of their federation prevented them from fielding a team.

Finals Standings:
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Lithuania
Turkey
Spain
France
Finland
Germany
Serbia
Croatia
Italy
Latvia
Montenegro
Greece
England
Israel
Russia

Twenty four teams descended on Sofia, Bulgaria for the Division B tournament to grab three spots in the 2016 Division A tournament. Estonia beat Poland 64-56 for the title as wins on Saturday already guaranteed both teams promotion. Sweden just edged Slovakia 57-56 to take the last spot.

Final Standings:
Estonia
Poland
Sweden
Slovakia
Georgia
Belgium
Slovenia
Netherlands
Bulgaria
Ukraine
Denmark
Portugal
Hungary
Austria
Switzerland
Czech Republic
Romania
Iceland
Ireland
Luxembourg
Norway
Macedonia
Scotland
Belarus

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Another Olympic berth was handed out today as the Opals went to New Zealand and beat the hosts 80-63 to win the Oceania title 141-104 on aggregate and leave the Tall Ferns needing to qualify next summer. In the win, ex-WNBA player Laura Summerton had 22 points and ex-WNBA player Suzy Batkovic had 15 points. In the loss, ex-Oregon player Micaela Cocks had 21 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/oceaniawomen/2015/1708/New-Zealand-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Michael Gbinije's participation for Nigeria was confirmed today. Nigeria's basketball federation is still developing a website, so they just tweeted their roster.

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Another Olympic berth was handed out as the Boomers carried their lead to New Zealand and won outright again 89-79 to beat the hosts 160-138 on aggregate. The players with NBA experience were critical in the win as Matthew Dellavedova had 14 points, David Andersen had 11 points, Andrew Bogut had 10 points and 10 rebounds, and Cameron Bairstow had 10 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, ex-NAIA player Corey Webster had 16 points and ex-Hawaii player Isaac Fotu had 12 points and 8 rebounds. New Zealand will again hope to have a full team next summer in their last shot to qualify for the Olympics
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/oceania/2015/1808/New-Zealand-Australia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

That was not the only action in Wellington as Australia beat New Zealand 91-86 to win the Oceania U16 Championship for Men. It was revenge for results in the group stage, where the hosts won handily. Tahiti beat New Caledonia to take third place.

On the women's side of the U16 tournament, the standings were the same as Australia beat New Zealand for the title and Tahiti beat New Caledonia to stay out of last place.

That means that both Australia teams qualify for the U17 World Championships in Spain next summer.

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It was the start of Afrobasket 2015, with 16 teams in Tunisia fighting for a single Olympic berth and at least 3 more teams getting a shot at the last qualifier next summer.

The day started in Group C, where Egypt used an incredible second quarter to beat Gabon 96-49. In the win, ex-USC player Omar Oraby had 11 points and 7 rebounds, Ehab Amin of Texas A&M Corpus Christi had 11 points, and DII player Assem Marei had 10 points and 6 rebounds. Later in the day, Cameroon overcame an early deficit to beat Mali 70-56. In the win, ex-Miami player Kenny Kadji had 17 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/1908/Egypt-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/1908/Mali-Cameroon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Mike Gbinije and Nigeria started Group A play with an 88-63 win over the Central African Republic. Mike had 6 points in 11 minutes. The team was led by the brothers Aminu, familiar to ACC fans as Al-Farouq had 15 points and 8 rebounds and Alade had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Ex-Illinois State player Chamberlain Oguchi had 14 points, ex-UNLV player Michael Umeh had 13 points, and ex-Colorado State player Andy Ogide had 12 points and 6 rebounds. Ex-New Orleans player Destin Damachoua had 15 points in the loss. The hosts closed the day by beating Uganda 77-55. Salah Mejri, who is headed to the Dallas Mavericks next season had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Veteran Stanley Ocitti, who went to Binghampton, had 20 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/1908/Nigeria-Central-African-Republic#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/1908/Tunisia-Uganda#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the squads that started play today to the best of my ability:

Central African Republic:
Destin Damachoua, club unknown, New Orleans
Joseph Madozein, ASOPT (Central African Republic)
Junior Pehoua, club unknown, Hampton
Glenn Feidanga, LIU
Johan Grebongo, Gravelines (France)
Dimitri Kongbo, Annecy (France)
Sydney Pehoua, Besancon (France)
Yannick Zachee, Tarbes-Lourdes (France)
Max Severin Febou Yadapa, Red Star Ndongo (Central African Republic)
Max Kouguere, Orleans (France)
Philippe Djada Mabada, Barjouville (France)
Jimmy Djimrabaye, Le Portel (France)

Nigeria:
Michael Gbinije, Syracuse
Stan Okoye, Varese (Italy), VMI
Jamal Olasewere, Wolves Verviers-Pepinster (Belgium), LIU
Olumide Oyedeji, London Lions (United Kingdom), NBA (2000-2003)
Andy Ogide, Poitiers (France), Colorado State
Al-Farouq Aminu, Dallas Mavericks, Wake Forest
Ike Diogu, Dongguan (China), Arizona State and NBA (2005-2012)
Ben Uzoh, club unknown, Tulsa and NBA (2010-2012)
Michael Umeh, Verona (Italy), UNLV
Olaseni Lawal, Sassari (Italy), Wayne State (DII)
Alade Aminu, Ankara (Turkey), Georgia Tech
Chamberlain Oguchi, club unknown, Illinois State

Tunisia:
Omar Abada, Rades (Tunisia)
Mohamed Abbassi, Rades (Tunisia)
Nizar Knioua, Club Africain (Tunisia)
Mourad El Mabrouk, Club Africain (Tunisia)
Mehdi Seyeh
Mohamed Hadidane, Club Africain (Tunisia)
Michael Roll, Turk Telekom (Turkey), UCLA
Mohamed Mokhtar Ghyaza, Rades (Tunisia)
Makram Ben Romdhane, Sporting (Egypt)
Amine Rzig, Al Ittihad (Egypt)
Hamdi Braa, Sporting (Egypt)
Salah Mejri, Real Madrid (Spain), signed with Dallas Mavericks

Uganda:
John Balwigaire, club unknown, Southeastern Oklahoma State (DII)
Marial Dhal, Our Savior (Uganda), Canisius
Jimmy Enabu, City Oilers (Uganda)
Henry Malinga, Kampala International University Titans (Uganda)
Josh Johnson, Ipswich Tomcats (United Kingdom)/Stanbic Warriors (Uganda)
Ikong Joseph, Tiger Head Power (Uganda)
Samuel Mukooza, Trelleborg (Sweden)
Kassim Nagwere, Fryshuset (Sweden)
Stanley Ocitti, club unknown, Binghampton
Stephen Omwony, Startimes Falcons (Uganda)
Kalwanyi Samuel, City Oilers (Uganda)
Brandon Sebirumbi, Caceres (Spain), Furman

Cameroon:
Arnaud William Adala Moto, Towson
Aldo Curti, Dijon (France)
Parfait Bitee, Maghreb de Fez (Morocco), Rhode Island
Kenny Kadji, Sassari (Italy), Miami
Harding Nana, club unknown, Delaware
Jeremy Nzeulie, Nanterre (France)
Seoud Njoya, Tarbes-Lourdes (France)
Franck Tchoubaye, Heliopolis (Egypt)
Alex Wangmene, Krka (Slovenia), Texas
Boris Siakam, Bowling Green Bandits (ABA), Western Kentucky
Steve Mondou Missi, Harvard
Gaston Essengue, Alianza Viedma (Argentina), UNLV

Egypt:
Kamal Khalifa, Al Ittihad (Egypt)
Ehab Amin, Texas A&M Corpus Christi
Amr Gendy, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Ramy Gunady, Zamalek (Egypt)
Ibrahim Elgammal, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Ahmed Tawfik, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Aly Ahmed, Cal State Bakersfield
Youssef Shousha, Sporting (Egypt)
Ramy Abdallah, Al Ittihad (Egypt)
Ahmed Elmaragi, Sporting (Egypt)
Assem Marei, Minnesota State (DII)
Omar Oraby, Al Gezira (Egypt), USC

Gabon:
Samuel Styve Ndong, Manga (Gabon)
Rodrigue Mouckaga Atsu, Manga (Gabon)
Therence Mayimba, George Mason
Lerry Rostand Essono Mve, Tali Somo (Gabon)
Aymar-Kabrel Boundou, Manga (Gabon)
Silvere Abessolo Toung, Tali Somo (Gabon)
Lin Francis Kobangoye Ikinda, Manga (Gabon
Marvin Joy Mapaga, Espoir (Gabon)
Jason Reteno, Tali Somo (Gabon)
Stephane Lasme, Anadolu Efes (Turkey), UMass and NBA (2007-2008)
Freddy Obame Obame, Espoir (Gabon), Maryland Eastern Shore
Lionel Fabre, Tali Somo (Gabon)

Mali:
Ibrahim Saounera, Stade Malien (Mali)
Mahamadou Kante, Chabab Riadi Baladaiat Dar Beida (Algeria)
Abdrahamane Maiga, Stade Malien (Mali)
Ibrahim Djambo, Hofstra
Waly Coulibaly, club unknown, Chaminade (DII)
Boubacar Moungoro, Fuenlabrada (Spain), IMG Academy (Florida)
Mohamed Bah, Drexel
Namory Boundy, Rueil (France)
Boubacar Sidibe, Petroliers (Algeria)
Souarata Cisse, Nantes (France)
Mohamed Tangara, Malabo Kings (Equatorial Guinea), Chaminade (DII)
Drissa Ballo, Dijon (France)

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Olek Czyz has made the final roster for Poland for Eurobasket:
http://www.pzkosz.pl/aktualnosci/n/62782/

The other eight teams that did not start Afrobasket yesterday started today.

Action started in Group D, where Cape Verde beat the Ivory Coast 76-56. In the win, ex-Providence player Jeff Xavier had 19 points, the ex-Maine player Dimitry Coronel who apparently never went through on his intended transfer to Bryant, had 15 points, ex-Bryant player Mario Correia had 14 points, and ex-DII player Ivan Almeida had 11 points and 9 rebounds. Algeria then beat Zimbabwe 87-67. In the win, ex-DII player Mounir Benzegala had 16 points and 6 assists and ex-JC player Touhami Ghezzoul had 11 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2008/Cote-d-Ivoire-Cape-Verde#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2008/Algeria-Zimbabwe#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Angola took a while to get going in their Lusophone battle with Mozambique, but went on to win 84-72. Former Georgia high schooler Carlos Morais had 18 points in the win. The day closed with Senegal edging Morocco 76-71. In the win, Gorgui Dieng flexed his NBA muscle with 24 points and 15 rebounds and ex-Furman player Maleye Ndoye had 17 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2008/Angola-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2008/Senegal-Morocco#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the remaining Afrobasket rosters to the best of my ability:

Angola:
Felizardo Ambrosio, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Armando Costa, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Roberto Fortes, Petroleos (Angola), Illinois State
Vander Joaquim, Libolo (Angola), Hawaii
Eduardo Mingas, Libolo (Angola)
Reggie Moore, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola), Oral Roberts
Braulio Morais, Libolo (Angola)
Carlos Morais, Libolo (Angola), Community Christian (Georgia)
Yanick Moreira, SMU
Edson Ndoniema, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Leonel Paulo, Petroleos (Angola)
Hermenegildo Santos, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)

Morocco:
Reda Ali Harras, Wydad Casablanca (Morocco)
Zakaria Ait Fatah, Wydad Casablanca (Morocco)
Soufiane Kourodu, Sale (Morocco)
Abdelali Lahrichi, Wydad Casablanca (Morocco)
Mustapha Khalfi
Omar Laanani, Ittihad Riadi Tanger (Morocco)
Mohamed Choua, Sale (Morocco)
Abdelhakim Zouita, Sale (Morocco)
Walid Dahmani
Adil El Makssoud, Amal Essaouira (Morocco), University of Quebec in Montreal (CIS)
Hamza Zehouani, Ittihad Riadi Tanger (Morocco)
Abderrahim Najah, Sale (Morocco)

Mozambique:
Hugo Martins, Maxaquene (Mozambique)
Armando Baptista, Ferroviario da Beira (Mozambique)
David Canivete, Maputo (Mozambique)
Ermelindo Novela, Ferroviario de Maputo (Mozambique)
Augusto Matos, Maputo (Mozambique)
Helton Ubisse, Ferroviario de Maputo (Mozambique)
Elton Mazive, Costa do Sol (Mozambique)
Custodio Muchate, Ferroviario de Maputo (Mozambique)
Octavio Magolico, Ferroviario de Maputo (Mozambique)
Pio Matos, Ferroviario de Maputo (Mozambique)
Luis Barros, Ferroviario de Maputo (Mozambique)
Baggio Chimonzo, Costa do Sol (Mozambique)

Senegal:
Abdou Badji, Union Neuchatel (Switzerland)
Xane D'Almeida, Tarbes-Lourdes (France)
Gorgui Dieng, Minnesota Timberwolves, Louisville
Mohamet Diop, Escuela de Oficiales de la Fuerza Aerea del Peru (Peru)
Mouhammad Faye, Rethymo (Greece), SMU
Ibrahima Mbengue, Douanes (Senegal)
Chiekh Tidiane Mbodji, Sassari (Italy), Cincinnati
Antoine Mendy, Dijon (France)
Thierno Niang, Al Geish (Egypt), Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Maleye Ndoye, Paris-Levallois (France), Furman
Saer Sene, Austin Spurs (D League)
Ibrahima Thomas, Muharraq (Bahrain), Cincinnati

Algeria:
Yanis Mostefat, Petroliers (Algeria)
Abdesslem Dekkiche, Petroliers (Algeria)
Faycal Ramdane Sahraoui, La Rochelle (France)
Samir Mekdad, Rueil (France)
Mounir Benzegala, Petroliers (Algeria), Tampa (DII)
Mohamed Harat, FUS Rabat (Morocco)
Mohamed Zerouali, Petroliers (Algeria)
Touhami Ghezzoul, Petroliers (Algeria), North Dakota State College of Science (JC)
Kamel Abdel-Magid Ammour, St Clement des Baleines (France)
Hocine Gaham, Petroliers (Algeria)
Mehdi Cheriet, Le Portel (France), San Diego State
Mohamed Sedik Touati, Petroliers (Algeria)

Cape Verde:
Dimitry Coronel, club unknown, Maine
Jeff Xavier, Burgos (Spain), Providence
Ivan Almeida, Lille (France), Stonehill (DII)
Braima Freire, Bairro (Cape Verde)
Mario Correia, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola), Bryant
Joel Almeida, Cambados (Spain), SUNY Brockport (DIII)
Michael Mendes, Predio (Cape Verde)
Fidel Mendonca, Bairro (Cape Verde)
Keven Gomes, Porto (Portugal)
Brian Rudolph, club unknown, Loyola (MD)
Kevin Coronel, Mindelo (Cape Verde)
Rodrigo Mascarenhas, Mindelo (Cape Verde)

Ivory Coast:
Serge Asselain, Stade Abidjan (Ivory Coast)
Souleyman Diabate, Gravelines (France)
Cedric Kouadio, JCA (Ivory Coast)
Kehasson Oulai, Abidjan (Ivory Coast)
Morlaye Bangoura, Abidjan (Ivory Coast)
Alassane Meite, Abidjan (Ivory Coast)
Jean-Philippe Koffi, RVBC
Eudes Bahin, Kenitra (Morocco)
Eric Tape, Fecamp (France)
Namori Meite, Oullins Ste Foy (France)
Seydou Hima, Palencia (Spain)

Zimbabwe:
Taurai Chitsinde, Cameo Sigauke (Zimbabwe)
Tawanda Chitsinde, Cameo Sigauke (Zimbabwe)Simbarashe Mungomenzi, Kingdom Cavaliers (Zimbabwe)
Tinotenda Mugabe, JBC (Zimbabwe)
Moses Muyambo, Mercenaries (Zimbabwe)
Eric Banda, JBC (Zimbabwe)
Duncan Shenje, Highdon Raiderz (Zimbabwe)
Vitalis Chikoko, Reggiana (Italy)
Tatenda Maturure, JBC (Zimbabwe)
Everisto Pasipamire, Cameo Sigauke (Zimbabwe)Brian Hore, Tomahawks (Namibia)
Neville Chivangaye, JBC (Zimbabwe)

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Olek Czyz and Poland headed to Germany for an exhibition tournament, coming back in their opener against Turkey to win 83-73 despite missing Marcin Gortat. Olek had 11 points and 6 rebounds in 18 minutes. A.J. Slaughter had 18 points although he lost the naturalized player battle. Former UT-Arlington player Karol Gruszecki had 13 points and Przemyslaw Karnowski had 12 points. In the loss, ex-Troy player Bobby Dixon, who by Turkish law had to change his name to receive citizenship, had 27 points as he chose to go by Ali Muhammed in honor of Muhammad Ali.

Mike Gbinije and Nigeria continued their efforts towards preparing for Olympic qualification from Afrobasket as they beat Uganda 98-59 in a game interrupted because a backboard needed to be replaced after being shattered. Mike had 1 point in 20 minutes. Ex-Illinois State player Chamberlain Oguchi had 30 points, ex-UNLV player Michael Umeh had 11 points, and ex-VMI player Stan Okoye had 10 points and the honor of being responsible for the delay that lasted almost as long as the game itself. The brothers Aminu chipped in as Al-Farouq had 14 points and Alade had 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2108/Uganda-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The day started with a Group C game as Mali beat Gabon 78-54. In the win, former Florida prepster Boubacar Moungoro had 13 points, ex-DII player Waly Coulibaly had 11 points, and Ibrahim Djambo of Hofstra had 10 points and 9 rebounds. The other game in the group saw Egypt hold off Cameroon 83-77. In the win, DII player Assem Marei had 13 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, Arnaud William Adala Moto of Towson had 12 points and ex-Miami player Kenny Kadji had 11 points and 10 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2108/Gabon-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2108/Egypt-Cameroon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The hosts finally got to close the day by beating the Central African Republic 68-52. In the win, incoming NBA player Salah Mejri had 12 points and 6 rebounds and ex-UCLA player Michael Roll continued to adjust to being the naturalized player with 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2108/Tunisia-Central-African-Republic#|tab=boxscore_statistics

[awhom111]

Olek Czyz and Poland continued their exhibition tournament in Germany against the hosts, losing 82-69. Olek had a quiet 6 minutes. Marcin Gortat had 14 points and 8 rebounds in his return to the lineup. In the win, Dirk Nowitzki had 18 points and 7 rebounds as he is happy to get a chance to play in front of the home fans and incoming Utah Jazz player Tibor Pleiss had 16 points and 6 rebounds.

Afrobasket play started in Group D, where the Ivory Coast beat Zimbabwe 64-52. Later, Cape Verde beat Algeria 78-69. In the win, ex-DII player Ivan Almeida had 25 points and 7 rebounds and ex-Providence player Jeff Xavier had 24 points. In the loss, ex-San Diego State player Mehdi Cheriet had 19 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Cote-d-Ivoire-Zimbabwe#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Cape-Verde-Algeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Senegal beat Mozambique 86-76. Gorgui Dieng continues to emerge as their star as he had 28 points, 18 rebounds, and 7 assists and ex-Furman player Maleye Ndoye had 16 points. In the final game of the day, Angola struggled to find a rhythm early again, but eventually found their way against Morocco and won 68-67.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Mozambique-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Angola-Morocco#|tab=boxscore_statistics

[theAlaskanBear]

Olek Czyz and Poland continued their exhibition tournament in Germany against the hosts, losing 82-69. Olek had a quiet 6 minutes. Marcin Gortat had 14 points and 8 rebounds in his return to the lineup. In the win, Dirk Nowitzki had 18 points and 7 rebounds as he is happy to get a chance to play in front of the home fans and incoming Utah Jazz player Tibor Pleiss had 16 points and 6 rebounds.

Afrobasket play started in Group D, where the Ivory Coast beat Zimbabwe 64-52. Later, Cape Verde beat Algeria 78-69. In the win, ex-DII player Ivan Almeida had 25 points and 7 rebounds and ex-Providence player Jeff Xavier had 24 points. In the loss, ex-San Diego State player Mehdi Cheriet had 19 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Cote-d-Ivoire-Zimbabwe#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Cape-Verde-Algeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Senegal beat Mozambique 86-76. Gorgui Dieng continues to emerge as their star as he had 28 points, 18 rebounds, and 7 assists and ex-Furman player Maleye Ndoye had 16 points. In the final game of the day, Angola struggled to find a rhythm early again, but eventually found their way against Morocco and won 68-67.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Mozambique-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2208/Angola-Morocco#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Thanks for the great work as always awhom. I actually ended up subscribing to livebasket.tv two days ago. I was interested in watching Saleh with Tunisia and Dieng with Senegal. The site I think is the official streaming site for FIBA tournaments. $10 a month and access to afrobasket, eurobasket, asia, and the Americas. The games are live streaming, no on-demand or full game replays but the video quality has been decent.

[awhom111]

Thanks for the great work as always awhom. I actually ended up subscribing to livebasket.tv two days ago. I was interested in watching Saleh with Tunisia and Dieng with Senegal. The site I think is the official streaming site for FIBA tournaments. $10 a month and access to afrobasket, eurobasket, asia, and the Americas. The games are live streaming, no on-demand or full game replays but the video quality has been decent.

I have been a subscriber there all year, mainly for EuroLeague, but they have a decent selection of club games throughout the year. Look out for the Eurobasket and FIBA Americas games being blacked out there because they will be on ESPN3.

They actually do usually have full game replays, but I am not sure if they have issues with them every so often. I did not see them earlier in the day since I did want to watch something, but at this instant they are listed.

[theAlaskanBear]

I have been a subscriber there all year, mainly for EuroLeague, but they have a decent selection of club games throughout the year. Look out for the Eurobasket and FIBA Americas games being blacked out there because they will be on ESPN3.

They actually do usually have full game replays, but I am not sure if they have issues with them every so often. I did not see them earlier in the day since I did want to watch something, but at this instant they are listed.

Well it's funny because I didn't find them either for a couple of days, but last night they were listed and easy to use. Thanks for the blackout tips. Did you catch Oguchi bomb 8 threes for nNigeria? Gbinije also played a lot of minutes but had fairly empty production, I saw him take some bad threes, as in his shooting form was off. They didn't look like they would go in even for a second.

[awhom111]

Well it's funny because I didn't find them either for a couple of days, but last night they were listed and easy to use. Thanks for the blackout tips. Did you catch Oguchi bomb 8 threes for nNigeria? Gbinije also played a lot of minutes but had fairly empty production, I saw him take some bad threes, as in his shooting form was off. They didn't look like they would go in even for a second.

No, I missed that one because I was at work, but I want to see the backboard being shattered too. Gbinije is the latest in a long line of attempts plugs into their backcourt hole. They really want Oladipo, but he seems committed to trying to play for the United States. They probably wish their recruitment had started earlier when they may have had an outside shot at Igoudala. Flipping players after they have played at the youth level for a different country is tricky, but I wonder if they could ever bring in Rasheed Sulaimon?

[awhom111]

Olek Czyz and Poland finished their exhibition tournament in Germany against Latvia, getting edged out 81-80. Olek had 6 points in 11 minutes. Marcin Gortat led the team with 23 points and 7 rebounds.

Mike Gbinije and Nigeria had a tougher test in their final game of the Afrobasket group stages against the hosts. Tunisia used the energy of the home fans jet out to an early lead and then withstood a couple of runs to win 70-59 and take the top spot in the group. Mike had 10 points in 23 minutes. Ex-Tulsa player Ben Uzoh had 13 points and ex-Illinois State player Chamberlain Oguchi had 11 points. In the win, incoming NBA player Salah Mejri had 24 points and 7 rebounds and ex-UCLA player Michael Roll had a good game as the naturalized player with 16 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2308/Nigeria-Tunisia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the other Group A game, the Central African Republic squeaked past Uganda 60-56. In the win, ex-New Orleans player Destin Damachoua had 14 points. In the loss, ex-Furman player Brandon Sebirumbi had 15 points and 13 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2308/Central-African-Republic-Uganda#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Tunisia 3-0, Nigeria 2-1, Central African Republic 1-2, Uganda 0-3

In Group C, Cameroon beat Gabon 93-67 to start the day. Arnaud William Adala Moto of Towson had 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists in the win. Gabon's NBA experience, ex-UMass player Stephane Lasme had 14 points and 6 rebounds. Egypt beat Mali 55-49 to take the top spot in the group. Former Florida prepster Boubacar Moungoro had 10 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2308/Cameroon-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Standings: Egypt 3-0, Cameroon 2-1, Mali 1-2, Gabon 0-3

The European U16 Women's Championships just finished. Division A was held in Matosinhos, Portugal. The hosts made a surprise run to the final, where they lost 79-55 to the Czech Republic. The Czech Republic, Portgual, and Italy knew that they had also qualified for the next U17 World Championships with quarterfinals wins on Friday as Spain's win in that round meant that the sixth place team would also qualify since they took a spot as hosts. Latvia and France also qualified for the World Championships with wins on Saturday. At the other end of the tournament, the Netherlands and England already were relegated with losses on Saturday. Slovakia survived to stay in Division A for another year but they sent Belgium down to Division B by beating them 57-50.
Final Standings:
Czech Republic
Portugal
Italy
Spain
Latvia
France
Hungary
Russia
Germany
Serbia
Turkey
Croatia
Slovakia
Belgium
Netherlands
England

The Division B tournament was held in Struga and Ohrid in Macedonia as the top three teams would make it to Division A next summer. The two teams in the final already knew that they would move up to next year's Division A tournament, but there was still a trophy to play for as Lithuania defeated Belarus 80-74 in overtime. Sweden grabbed the final spot by just getting by Slovenia 51-48.
Final Standings:
Lithuania
Belarus
Sweden
Slovenia
Romania
Poland
Ireland
Greece
Israel
Finland
Denmark
Ukraine
Bulgaria
Switzerland
Austria
Luxembourg
Macedonia
Norway
Scotland
Albania

The field is now set for the 2016 U17 World Championship for Women. Spain qualifies as hosts. They are joined by the Czech Republic, Portugal, Italy, Latvia, and France from Europe. Australia qualified from Oceania. Mali and Nigeria qualified from Africa. China, Japan, and South Korea made the cut in Asia. Canada, Brazil, the United States, and Mexico represent the Americas.

[awhom111]

The rest of the Afrobasket group stage games were today as all of the teams move on the knockout stages, but bracket placement is important.

Group D started the day as Cape Verde finished the group stage undefeated by beating Zimbabwe 76-65. In the win, ex-Providence player Jeff Xavier had 18 points and 10 rebounds, ex-Bryant player Mario Correia had 18 points, ex-Maine player Dimitry Coronel had 17 points, and ex-DII player Ivan Almeida had 14 points and 7 assists. The Ivory Coast took second place by coming back to beat Algeria 81-74. Ex-San Diego State player Mehdi Cheriet had 15 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2408/Zimbabwe-Cape-Verde#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2408/Algeria-Cote-d-Ivoire#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Cape Verde 3-0, Ivory Coast 2-1, Algeria 1-2, Zimbabwe 0-3

In Group B, Mozambique edged Morocco 85-82 to stay out of last place. The game that would determine the group winner was every bit as good as expected as Senegal managed to complete a comeback to sneak past Angola 74-73. Gorgui Dieng showed off his NBA pedigree again with a 24 point, 9 rebound performance. In the loss, former Georgia high schooler Carlos Morais had 19 points and Yanick Moreira, who just finished at SMU, had 13 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2408/Morocco-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2408/Senegal-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Senegal 3-0, Angola 2-1, Mozambique 1-2, Morocco 0-3

Bracket (top half plays Tuesday, bottom half plays Wednesday for Round of 16):
Tunisia vs Morocco
Ivory Coast vs Mali
Egypt vs Zimbabwe
vs Central African Republic
vs Uganda
Cameroon vs Algeria
Cape Verde vs Gabon
Nigeria vs Mozambique

[awhom111]

The first set of Afrobasket Round of 16 games started as teams start getting their Olympic dreams shattered. Egypt opened the day by beating Zimbabwe 102-62 behind 18 points from Ehab Amin of Texas A&M Corpus Christi. Angola continued to look out of sorts but survived the Central African Republic 62-61. In the win, recent SMU grad Yanick Moreira had 16 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized ex-Oral Roberts player Reggie Moore had 11 points. In the loss, ex-New Orleans player Destin Damachoua had 13 points and ex-Hampton player Junior Pehoua had 11 points. Mali jumped on the Ivory Coast early to win 76-57. Former Florida prepster Boubacar Moungoro had 12 points. In the last game of the night, the hosts got a much tougher test than expected from Morocco as the game went into overtime, just escaping with a 69-68 win. Naturalized ex-UCLA player Michael Roll had 21 points in the win as he starts to find his rhythm.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2508/Egypt-Zimbabwe#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2508/Angola-CAF#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2508/Cote-d-Ivoire-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2508/Tunisia-Morocco#|tab=boxscore_statistics

[awhom111]

Mike Gbinije and Nigeria had their Round of 16 game against Mozambique as things got serious with Olympics dreams on the line. They advanced with an easy 83-47 win. Mike had 7 points in 25 minutes. The brothers Aminu were back at their best with Alade providing 14 points and Al-Farouq adding 10 points as ex-DII player Shane Lawal had 10 points and 12 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2608/Nigeria-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The other Round of 16 games started with Senegal easing past Uganda 79-48 with Gorgui Dieng with another monster performance of 23 points and 17 rebounds. Ex-Binghampton player Stanley Ocitti had 16 points and 11 rebounds in the loss. Gabon completed a late comeback to stun Cape Verde 77-67. In the win, Therence Mayimba of George Mason had 17 points and 6 rebounds, ex-UMass player Stephane Lasme had 15 points, and ex-Maryland Eastern Shore player Freddy Obame Obame had 11 points. In the loss, ex-Bryant player Mario Correia had 23 points and 7 rebounds and ex-Providence player Jeff Xavier had 18 points and 7 rebounds. Algeria closed the day by knocking off Cameroon 73-71 as ex-San Diego State player Mehdi Cheriet had 11 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, Arnaud William Adala Moto had 13 points and 10 rebounds and Steve Mondou Missi, who just finished at Harvard, had 10 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2608/Senegal-Uganda#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2608/Cape-Verde-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2608/Cameroon-Algeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here the all important Thursday quarterfinal matchups as losers will almost certainly be eliminated from Olympic consideration (because Africa is unlikely to have one of its countries selected as a host next summer) and winners will at worst have a chance to qualify for the Olympics next summer:
Tunisia vs Mali
Egypt vs Angola
Senegal vs Algeria
Gabon vs Nigeria.

Teams that lost their elimination games do not have to play all the way out for placement, but do each have one more game as the worst teams are able to get out even more quickly by playing right away.
9th: Cape Verde vs Cameroon
11th: Ivory Coast vs Mozambique
13th: Central African Republic vs Morocco
15th: Zimbabwe vs Uganda

[awhom111]

Mike Gbinije and Nigeria had to win to qualify for play next summer and did so by taking care of business against Gabon with an 88-64 win. Mike had 15 points in 22 minutes. Al-Farouq Aminu continues to show signs of stepping up to be the star as he had 17 points and ex-UNLV player Michael Umeh had 11 points. In the loss, George Mason's Therence Mayimba had 21 points and 7 rebounds and ex-UMass player Stephane Lasme had 10 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2708/Gabon-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The other quarterfinals were also for teams to keep Olympic hopes alive. Angola beat Egypt 83-63 as ex-Georgia high schooler Carlos Morais had 19 points. Ehab Amin of Texas A&M Corpus Christi had 18 points. Senegal beat Algeria 75-58. They were led by Gorgui Dieng's 20 points, 17 rebounds, and 8 assists, with ex-Furman player Maleye Ndoye adding 13 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Mounir Benzegala had 12 points and ex-San Diego State player Mehdi Cheriet had 11 points. The day closed with the hosts beating Mali 67-60. Ex-DII player Wali Coulibaly had 14 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2708/Egypt-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2708/Senegal-Algeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2708/Tunisia-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Semifinals:
Tunisia vs Angola
Senegal vs Nigeria

5th Place:
Mali vs Egypt
Algeria vs Gabon

The first game of the day was for two teams looking to leave as soon as possible after a tournament to forget as Uganda edged Zimbabwe 72-64 to avoid last place. In the loss, grizzled veteran ex-Binghampton player Stanley Ocitti had 27 points and 8 rebounds and ex-Furman player Brandon Sebirumbi had 16 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2708/Zimbabwe-Uganda#|tab=boxscore_statistics

[awhom111]

Olek Czyz and Poland returned home for more exhibitions, beating Iceland 80-65. Olek had 1 point. Marcin Gortat had 17 points and 8 rebounds and A.J. Slaughter had 10 points. In the loss, former California high schooler Jon Stefansson had 12 points.

There were no meaningful games at Afrobasket today with the semifinals tomorrow. Instead, the games that were played had an impact on final placement.

Morocco beat the Central African Republic 86-74 to grab 13th place. In the loss, ex-New Orleans player Destin Damachoua had 14 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2808/CAF-Morocco#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Mozambique beat the Ivory Coast 70-63 to take 11th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2808/Cote-d-Ivoire-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Cameroon beat Cape Verde 88-66 for 9th place after both teams looked for slight consolation after tough losses. In the win, recent Harvard grad Steve Mondou Missi had 16 points and 6 rebounds, Arnaud William Adala Moto of Towson had 15 points and 8 rebounds, ex-Miami player Kenny Kadji had 13 points, and ex-Rhode Island player Parfait Bitee had 12 points. In the loss, ex-Providence player Jeff Xavier had 19 points, ex-Bryant player Mario Correia had 14 points, and ex-DII player Ivan Almeida had 13 points, 11 rebounds, and 8 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2808/Cape-Verde-Cameroon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Teams also looked to grab 5th place, which is unlikely to mean anything, but still worth the effort. Egypt beat Mali 74-51 with a supremely balanced effort. Former Florida prepster Boubacar Moungoro had 14 points in the loss. Algeria beat Gabon 84-76. In the loss, Therence Mayimba of George Mason had 18 points and 6 rebounds and ex-UMass player Stephane Lasme had 12 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2808/Mali-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2808/Algeria-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In addition to the semifinals, these are the games being played tomorrow:
7th: Mali vs Gabon
5th: Egypt vs Algeria

[awhom111]

Olek Czyz and Poland continued their exhibition tournament with a 72-52 win over Belgium. Olek had 6 points. In the loss, naturalized ex-Hawaii player Matt Lojeski had 11 points.

Mike Gbinije and Nigeria had a crazy semifinal game against Senegal, keeping themselves in contention for the automatic Olympic berth by prevailing 88-79 in overtime. Mike had 7 points in 24 minutes. Ex-Illinois State player Chamberlain Oguchi had 28 points, ex-DII player Shane Lawal had 17 points and 11 rebounds, ex-Tulsa player Ben Uzoh had 12 points, and Al-Farouq Aminu had 10 points and 10 rebounds. In the loss, Gorgui Dieng had 20 points and 16 rebounds, and ex-Cincinnati player Ibrahima Thomas had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2908/Senegal-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Angola kept the home crowd out of the game for most of the second semifinal, holding off a Tunisia rally to advance 58-51. In the win, former Georgia high schooler Carlos Morais had 14 points and recent SMU graduate Yanick Moreira had 10 points. Ex-UCLA player Michael Roll did win the naturalized player battle with 10 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2908/Tunisia-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The day started with Mali beating Gabon 84-72 for 7th place. In the win, ex-DII player Mohamed Tangara had 20 points and 17 rebounds, former Florida prepster Boubacar Moungoro had 17 points, and ex-DII player Waly Coulibaly had 13 points. In the loss, Therence Mayimba of George Mason had 18 points and 9 rebounds and ex-Maryland Eastern Shore player Freddy Obame Obame had 15 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2908/Mali-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Egypt beat Algeria 69-63 in the 5th place game. DII player Assem Marei had 17 points and 11 rebounds in the win. In the loss, ex-San Diego State player Mehdi Cheriet had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/2908/Egypt-Algeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

It was the start of the FIBA Asia Womens Championship on Saturday with one Olympic berth up for grabs and two spots in the final qualifying tournament next summer. The competition uses a split structure with two round robin groups of six. The top group is the only in Olympic contention, with the other group fighting only to make it to the playoffs with the bottom two teams in the other group to try to win spots in the top group of the next continental championships. Since only the top group matters for the immediate future, that will be the only one covered here.

Taiwan beat India 92-61 in the first top division game. Japan beat South Korea 59-53 in the game of the day. Ramu Tokashiki, who is taking a break from the WNBA to play here, had 12 points and 9 rebounds in the win. The hosts finished the day by dismantling Thailand 113-34
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/2908/Chinese-Taipei-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/2908/Korea-Japan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/2908/Thailand-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the rosters to the best of my ability:

China (family name first):
Yang Liwei, Guangdong (China)
Chen Xiaojia, Jiangsu (China)
Wu Di, Henan (China)
Shao Ting, Beijing (China)
Zhang Fan, Beijing (China)
Ji Yanyan, Shanxi (China)
Lu Wen, Bayi (China)
Cheng Feng, Liaoning (China)
Gao Song, Zhejiang (China)
Sun Mengran, Bayi (China)
Huang Sijing, Guangdong (China)
Huang Hongping, Shanxi (China)

India:
Anjana Prasannan Geetha, Kerala (India)
Stephy Nixon, Kerala (India)
Poojamol Kochuparambu Subhashmon, Kerala (India)
Smruthi Radhakrishnan, Railways (India)
Kavita Akula, IMG Academy (Florida), attending Garden City (JC)
Jeena Palanilkumkalay Il Skaria, Kerala (India)
Shireen Vijay Limaye, Maharastra (India)
Bhandavya Hemmige Mahesha, Karnataka (India)
Appoorva Muralinath, Railways (India)
Rajapriyadharshini Rajaganapathi, Railways (India)
Anitha Paul Durai, Railways (India)
Sitamani Tudu, Railways (India)

Japan:
Ai Mitani, Red Wave (Japan)
Yuki Miyazawa, Sunflowers (Japan)
Yuka Mamiya, Sunflowers (Japan)
Mika Kurihara, Antelopes (Japan)
Maki Takada, Iris (Japan)
Chinatsu Yamamoto, Red Wave (Japan)
Ramu Tokashiki, Sunflowers (Japan)/Seattle Storm
Mio Shinozaki, Red Wave (Japan)
Asami Yoshida, Sunflowers (Japan)
Rui Machida, Red Wave (Japan)
Sanae Motokawa, Magic (Japan)
Asako O, Koalas (Japan)

South Korea (family name first):
Hong A-Ran, Stars (South Korea)
Lee Kyung-Eun, Winnus (South Korea)
Kim Dan-Bi, S-Birds (South Korea)
Kang A-Jeong, Stars (South Korea)
Kim Gyu-Hee, S-Birds (South Korea)
Yang Ji-Hee, Hansae (South Korea)
Bae Hye-Yoon, Blue Minx (South Korea)
Lim Yung-Hui, Hansae (South Korea)
Park Hye-Jin, Hansae (South Korea)
Kim Jung-Eun, KEB-Hanabank (South Korea)
Park Ji-Su, Bundang Managment High School (South Korea)
Kwak Joo-Yeong, S-Birds (South Korea)

Taiwan (family name first when applicable):
Peng Szu-Chin, Xinjiang (China)
Lin Chi-Wen, Taipower (Taiwan)
Chang Hsin-Ko, Taiyuan (Taiwan)
Wang Li-Yun, Chunghua (Taiwan)
Li You-Ruei, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Huang Ping-Jen, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Wu Ying-Chieh, Taiyuan (Taiwan)
Wei Yu-Chun, Taipower (Taiwan)
Liu Chun-Yi, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Joy Burke aka Bao Hsi-Le, Horsholm (Denmark), Arizona State
Lin Yu-Ting, Cathay Life (Taiwan)
Chang Chi-Fang, Taiyuan (Taiwan)

Thailand:
Sineenuch Sorot, Bangkok Bank (Thailand)
Aungkana Buapa, Bangkok Bank (Thailand)
Wipaporn Saechua, Bangkok Bank (Thailand)
Kloyjai Phetsaenkha, Durakitbandit University (Thailand)
Woraluk Saengsawang, Rangsit University (Thailand)
Chalisa Khamsawat, Rangsit University (Thailand)
Pakladathanan Thiratananitiwo Rachot, Sripatum University (Thailand)
Naphat Kruatiwa, Bangkok Bank (Thailand)
Thidaporn Maihom, Bangkok Bank (Thailand)
Atchara Kaichaiyapoom, Bangkok Bank (Thailand)
Naruemon Sapmee, Burapha University (Thailand)

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Mike Gbinije and Nigeria were in the Afrobasket final, trying to beat traditional African powerhouse Angola to grab the continent's only Olympic berth. They built a lead and held off several comeback attempts to win 75-64. Mike had 5 points in 15 minutes. Ex-Illinois State player Chamberlain Oguchi had 19 points and 7 rebounds, ex-DII player Shane Lawal had 12 points and 8 rebounds, Al-Farouq Aminu had 11 points, and ex-Tulsa player Ben Uzoh had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Georgia high schooler Carlos Morais had 15 points and recent SMU graduate Yanick Moreira had 13 points and 6 rebounds. After providing valuable help off the bench in the backcourt, Mike will have an interesting summer next year as he will also be trying to get his professional career started while chasing Olympic dreams.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/3008/Angola-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The third place game was not particularly meaningful, but Tunisia did give the home fans a win by beating Senegal 82-73. Ex-UCLA player Michael Roll finished his first stint as the naturalized player with 25 points in the win. Gorgui Dieng closed his tournament with 19 points and 12 rebounds in the loss and ex-Cincinnati player Ibrahima Thomas had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasket/2015/3008/Tunisia-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Olek Czyz and Poland finished their exhibition tournament against Lebanon, winning 76-59 with a weakened lineup. Olek had 7 points and 8 rebounds. Przemyslaw Karnowski had 12 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Ali Haidar had 19 points and 8 rebounds.

In Wuhan, it was the second day of the FIBA Asia Womens Championship as top division play started with Taiwan easing past Thailand 113-42. Ex-Arizona State player Joy Burke, going by her name from her country of birth Bao Hsi-Le, had 13 points and 10 rebounds. Japan blew out India 131-31. The day ended with the hosts beating South Korea 74-58.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/3008/Chinese-Taipei-Thailand#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/3008/Japan-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/3008/Korea-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Tomorrow marks the start of the FIBA Americas Championship in Mexico City, with two Olympic spots and three final qualifying tournament berths on the line (Brazil has already qualified so their finish will be taken out of the picture for the purposes of awarding those places). ESPN3 will carry the games with some Spanish language coverage on ESPN Deportes as well.
Here is Monday's schedule (all times EDT):
Cuba vs Venezuela,1:00pm
Uruguay vs Brazil, 3:30pm
Argentina vs Puerto Rico, 7:00pm
Dominican Republic vs Mexico, 9:30pm

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In Wuhan, teams continued to separate into clear qualifiers in the top division. South Korea beat Thailand 97-41. Taiwan took an early lead on Japan as they continue to try to break the monopoly of the top three teams, but they lost 60-44. China showed no signs of slowing down in front of the home fans as they beat India 102-39.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/3108/Thailand-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/3108/Chinese-Taipei-Japan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/3108/China-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics

It was the first day of the FIBA Americas Championship in Mexico City. The top two teams (not counting Brazil's final placement) qualify directly and at least three more teams will get another shot next summer. The ten teams are divided into two groups for round robin play. The last place team in each group is eliminated and the other eight play four more games and eliminate the results against the last place teams to create a full seven game round robin to determine the semifinalists.

Group B started the day as Venezuela beat Cuba 73-52 with 10 points from ex-Marquette player David Cubillan. Rick Pitino had his first serious game as Puerto Rico faced Argentina in the third timeslot and could not catch up after falling behind in the second half, losing 91-86. The old hands delivered in the win as Luis Scola had 22 points and 14 rebounds and Andres Nocioni had 14 points and 12 rebounds, but it was George Washington's Patricio Garino who grabbed some attention with 19 points. The NBA experience led the way in the losing effort as J.J. Barea had 20 points and 10 assists and Renaldo Balkman had 15 points as ex-Troy player Richard Chaney added 13 points and 7 rebounds and ex-Virginia Tech player A.D. Vassallo had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=1&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11755

In Group A, Uruguay forged ahead without being able to call in their best two players and beat a Brazil team leaving its stars at home with nothing at stake 71-57. One of the veterans, ex-NBA player Marquinhos (one of two players named Marcus Vinicius on the team) had 21 points and 9 rebounds in the loss. The hosts closed the day by beating the Dominican Republic 84-66. They got good performances from their players with NBA experience as Gustavo Ayon had 18 points and 11 rebounds and Jorge Gutierrez had 11 points and 6 assists, but ex-Western Kentucky player Orlando Mendez led the way with 24 points, ex-Fresno State player Hector Hernandez had 12 points and 7 rebounds, and Juan Anderson, who just finished his career at Marquette, had 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists. The ex-Louisville duo led the way in the loss as Edgar Sosa had 18 points and Francisco Garcia had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=2&r=11755

Here is Tuesday's ESPN3 schedule (all times EDT, * denotes game is also live on ESPN Deportes):
Panama vs Uruguay,1:00pm
Canada vs Argentina, 3:30pm
Brazil vs Dominican Republic, 7:00pm*
Puerto Rico vs Cuba, 9:30pm*

Here are the rosters as best as I could do (teams are from last club season not ones that players have moved to for upcoming season):

Brazil:
Ricardo Fischer, Bauru (Brazil)
Rafael Freire Luz, Obradoiro (Spain)
Augusto Lima, UCAM Murcia (Spain)
Deryk Ramos, Limeira (Brazil)
Vitor Benite, Flamengo (Brazil)
Leonardo Meindl, Franca (Brazil)
Olivinha, Flamengo (Brazil)
Rafael Mineiro, Limeira (Brazil)
Guilherme Giovannoni, Brasilia (Brazil)
J.P. Batista, Limoges (France), Gonzaga
Marquinhos, Flamengo (Brazil), NBA (2006-2008)
Marcus Vinicius Toledo, Pinheiros (Brazil)

Dominican Republic:
Edgar Sosa, Sassari (Italy), Louisville
Victor Liz, Santiago Metros (Dominican Republic)
Rigoberto Mendoza, La Vega Reales (Dominican Republic)
Gerardo Suero, Santo Domingo Leones (Dominican Republic), Albany
Edward Santana, Licey Titanes (Dominican Republic)
Francisco Garcia, Houston Rockets, Louisville
James Feldeine, Cantu (Italy)/Bayamon Cowboys (Puerto Rico), Quinnipiac
Eloy Vargas, Santiago Metros (Dominican Republic), Kentucky
Orlando Sanchez, Santiago Metros (Dominican Republic), St. John's
Eulis Baez, Gran Canaria (Spain), Western Illinois
Luis Flores, Lara Guaros (Venezuela), Manhattan and NBA (2004-2005)
Juan Garcia, Licey Titanes (Dominican Republic)

Mexico:
Paul Stoll, Veracruz Halcones Rojos (Mexico), Texas Pan-American
Marco Ramos, Cuauhtemoc Manzaneros (Mexico), Grand Canyon
Juan Anderson, Marquette
Jorge Gutierrez, Milwaukee Bucks, Cal
Gustavo Ayon, Real Madrid (Spain), NBA (2011-2014)
Francisco Cruz, Cicilista (Argentina), Wyoming
Gabriel Giron, Monterrey Fuerza Regia (Mexico)
Pedro Meza, Culiacan Caballeros (Mexico), Arizona Western (JC)
Hector Hernandez, Quintana Roo Pioneros (Mexico), Fresno State
Orlando Mendez, Xalapa Halcones (Mexico), Western Kentucky
Adrian Zamora, Veracruz Halcones Rojos (Mexico), Montana State
Jose Gutierrez, Veracruz Halcones Rojos (Mexico)/Culiacan Caballeros (Mexico)

Panama:
Joel Munoz, Managua Leones Alcaldia (Nicaragua)
Trevor Gaskins, Estudiantes de Bahia Blanca (Argentina), Louisiana Tech
Danilo Pinnock, Atlantico Huracanes (Dominican Republic), George Washington
Jamelle Horne, Toyama Grouses (Japan), Arizona
Jonathan King, Cojutepeque (El Salvador), Abilene Christian
Jamaal Levy, Estudiantes de Bahia Blanca (Argentina), Wake Forest
Josimar Ayarza, Culiacan Caballeros (Mexico), Southern Miss
Michael Hicks, Hebraica Macabi (Uruguay), Texas A&M Corpus Christi
Ernesto Ogilvie, San Marcos (El Salvador)
Leonardo Pomare, Aomari Watts (Japan), San Diego
Jose Lloreda, Manati Athenians (Puerto Rico), LSU
Ruben Garces, Malvin (Uruguay), Providence and NBA (2000-2001)

Uruguay:
Santiago Vidal, Trouville (Uruguay)
Bruno Fitipaldo, Obras Sanitarias (Argentina)
Mauricio Aguiar, Obras Sanitarias (Argentina)
Mathias Calfani, Malvin (Uruguay)
Marcel Souberbielle, Malvin (Uruguay), Indiana (PA) (DII)
Martin Osimani, Penarol (Argentina), Duquesne
Hernando Caceres, Trouville (Uruguay)
Nicolas Borsellino, Aguada (Uruguay)
Luciano Parodi, Hebraica Macabi (Uruguay)
Reque Newsome, Malvin (Uruguay), Southern Indiana (DII)
Kiril Wachsmann, Defensor (Uruguay)
Demian Alvarez, Larre Borges (Uruguay)

Argentina:
Luis Scola, Indiana Pacers
Nicolas Richotti, Tenerife (Spain)
Facundo Campazzo, Real Madrid (Spain)
Nicolas Laprovittola, Flamengo (Brazil)
Nicolas Brussino, Regatas Corrientes (Argentina)
Marcos Delia, Obras Sanitarias (Argentina)
Andres Nocioni, Real Madrid (Spain), NBA (2004-2012)
Gabriel Deck, Quimsa (Argentina)
Selem Safar, Obras Sanitarias (Argentina)
Leonardo Mainoldi, Quimsa (Argentina)
Patricio Garino, George Washington
Tayavek Gallizzi, Quilmes (Argentina)

Canada:
Phil Scrubb, Carleton (CIS)
Cory Joseph, San Antonio Spurs, Syracuse
Melvin Ejim, Virtus Roma (Italy), Iowa State
Andrew Nicholson, Orlando Magic, St. Bonaventure
Andrew Wiggins, Minnesota Timberwolves, Kansas
Nik Stauskas, Sacramento Kings, Michigan
Anthony Bennett, Minnesota Timberwolves, UNLV
Aaron Doornekamp, Frankfurt (Germany), Carleton (CIS)
Brady Heslip, Igokea (Bosnia), Baylor
Kelly Olynyk, Boston Celtics, Gonzaga
Dwight Powell, Dallas Mavericks, Stanford
Robert Sacre, Los Angeles Lakers, Gonzaga

Cuba:
Karel Guzman, Capitalinos (Cuba)
Osmel Avila, Artemisa (Cuba)
Javier Justiz, Santiago (Cuba)
Yaser Rodriguez, Ciego de Avila (Cuba)
Livan Valdes, Capitalinos (Cuba)
William Granda, Ciego de Avila (Cuba)
Yuniskel Molina, Pinar del Rio (Cuba)
Yoan Haiti, Ciego de Avila (Cuba)
Esteban Martinez, Santiago (Cuba)
Orestes Torres, Capitalinos (Cuba)
Jasiel Rivero, Capitalinos (Cuba)
Yoel Cubilla, Ciego de Avila (Cuba)

Puerto Rico:
Ramon Clemente, Obras Sanitarias (Argentina), Wichita State
Guillermo Diaz, Arecibo Captains (Puerto Rico), Miami and NBA (2007-2008)
J.J. Barea, Dallas Mavericks, Northeastern
Richard Chaney, Guaynabo Mets (Puerto Rico), Troy
Javier Gonzalez, Santurce Crabbers (Puerto Rico), North Carolina State
A.D. Vassallo, Ponce Lions (Puerto Rico), Virginia Tech
Jorge Bryan Diaz, Guaynabo Mets (Puerto Rico), Nebraska
Larry Ayuso, Guaynabo Mets (Puerto Rico), USC
Luis Villafane, Mayaguez Indians (Puerto Rico), Niagara
John Holland, Besiktas (Turkey), Boston University
Renaldo Balkman, Areciba Captains (Puerto Rico), South Carolina and NBA (2006-2012)
Carlos Rivera, Ponce Lions (Puerto Rico), Hofstra

Venezuela:
Miguel Marriaga, Aragua Toros (Venezuela)
Gregory Vargas, Anzoategui Marinos (Venezuela)
John Cox, Le Havre (France), USF
David Cubillan, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela), Marquette
Jose Vargas, Anzoategui Marinos (Venezuela)
Cesar Garcia, Caracas Cocodrilos (Venezuela)
Javinger Vargas, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela)
Miguel Ruiz, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela)
Windi Graterol, Lara Guaros (Venezuela)
Heissler Guillent, Lara Guaros (Venezuela)
Dwight Lewis, Carabobo Trotamundos (Venezuela), USC
Nestor Colmenares, Caracas Cocodrilos (Venezuela), Campbellsville (NAIA)

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The round robin is nearly complete in China as teams prepare for the important games coming up. Thailand edged India 65-63 in a game that will help determine each team's opponent in the upcoming game to stay in the top division. South Korea beat Taiwan 76-58 to deal them a blow in their elusive quest to challenge the top three teams. Japan ended the day by stunning the hosts 57-56 as Ramu Tokashiki really showed off her WNBA pedigree with 19 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0109/India-Thailand#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0109/Korea-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0109/Japan-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Mexico City, a stronger than usual Panama side got to make their debut against Uruguay in the opening timeslot and won 78-71. In the win, ex-Texas A&M Corpus Christi player Michael Hicks had 21 points and 6 rebounds and ex-San Diego player Leonardo Pomare had 17 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Duquesne player Martin Osimani had 11 points and 7 assists. Later in the day, Brazil beat the Dominican Republic 71-65. Former NBA player Marquinhos had 17 points and ex-Gonzaga player J.P. Batista had 10 points and 9 rebounds in the win. In the loss, ex-Quinnipiac player James Feldeine had 20 points and ex-Louisville player Edgar Sosa had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=4&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11755

In Group B, it was another team making a highly anticipated debut as Canada got a big test of their emergence against old guard Argentina and showed they still might not be at their peak as they lost 94-87. The grizzled veterans refused to step aside for the young guns as Luis Scola had 35 points and 13 rebounds and Andres Nocioni had 15 points. A couple of the big names had strong games in the loss as Andrew Wiggins and Anthony Bennett each had 13 points and 6 rebounds and Kelly Olynyk had 11 points and 10 rebounds with ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip again providing some additional firepower with 11 points. Puerto Rico closed the day with an easy 91-61 win over Cuba. The players with NBA experience led the way again as J.J. Barea had 19 points and 6 assists and Renaldo Balkman had 14 points and 6 rebounds with ex-Virginia Tech player A.D. Vassallo adding 16 points and 6 rebounds and ex-Troy player Richard Chaney adding 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=3&r=11755

Wednesday's ESPN3 Schedule (all times EDT):
Dominican Republic vs Panama, 1:00pm
Cuba vs Canada, 3:30pm
Venezuela vs Puerto Rico, 7:00pm
Mexico vs Brazil, 9:30pm (game also live on ESPN Deportes)

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The round robin finished in Wuhan as matchups were set for the rest of the tournament. South Korea beat India 121-44. Japan beat Thailand 95-43. China finished the round by beating Taiwan 76-62.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0209/India-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0209/Thailand-Japan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0209/China-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Japan 5-0, China 4-1, South Korea 3-2, Taiwan 2-3, Thailand 1-4, India 0-5.

Semifinals:
China vs South Korea
Japan vs Taiwan

The other two teams play the top two teams from the other round robin in single game situations for spots in the top division of the next tournament. Thailand will face North Korea and India will face the Philippines, which took the top spot in the group by virtue of the tiebreaker.

Group A play opened the day in Mexico City as the Dominican Republic dominated the final quarter to beat Panama 83-66. In the win, ex-Quinnipiac player James Feldeine had 16 points, ex-Western Illinois player Eulis Baez had 13 points, and ex-Louisville player Edgar Sosa had 11 points and 6 assists. In the loss, ex-LSU player Jose Lloreda had 16 points and 10 rebounds, ex-Southern Miss player Josimar Ayarza had 15 points, and ex-Texas A&M Corpus Christi player Michael Hicks had 12 points. The hosts finished the day by beating Brazil 66-58. Their players with NBA experience led the way as Gustavo Ayon had 27 points and 13 rebounds and Jorge Gutierrez had 14 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=6&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11755

Canada eliminated some of their opening day frustrations by destroying Cuba 101-59 in Group B. Andrew Wiggins and Nik Stauskas had 15 points and 6 rebounds each and Dwight Powell added 10 points, with ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip providing scoring punch from distance again with 12 points. In the next game, Venezuela beat Puerto Rico 74-63. In the win, ex-USF player John Cox had 11 points and 6 rebounds and ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 10 points. The players with NBA experience led the way in the loss as J.J. Barea had 20 points and Renaldo Balkman had 18 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=5&r=11755

Thursday's ESPN3 Schedule (all times EDT):
Uruguay vs Dominican Republic, 1:00pm
Argentina vs Cuba, 3:30pm
Canada vs Venezuela, 7:00pm
Panama vs Mexico, 9:30pm (game also live on ESPN Deportes)

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Marty Pocius may not be playing with his national team, but his club team did open their preseason with an exhibition against Kazakhstan, which is preparing for the FIBA Asia Championships. Marty had 13 points as they won 84-82. In the loss, ex-Nicholls State player Anatoliy Kolesnikov had 16 points and naturalized ex-Rider player Jerry Johnson had 12 points.

In Mexico City, the day started with the Dominican Republic beating Uruguay 90-70. In the win, ex-Quinnipiac player James Feldeine had 17 points, ex-Western Illinois player Eulis Baez had 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, and ex-Louisville player Edgar Sosa had 14 points. The hosts closed the day with a strong second half to beat Panama 82-68. In the win ex-Texas Pan American player Paul Stoll had 20 points and 7 assists, Gustavo Ayon had 16 points and 11 rebounds, ex-Fresno State player Hector Hernandez had 15 points, and ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 10 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, ex-LSU player Jose Lloreda had 16 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=8&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=7&r=11755

In Group B, Argentina took a while to get going before dismantling Cuba in the second half to win 96-64. The veterans led the way again as Luis Scola had 11 points and 8 rebounds and Andres Nocioni had 10 points and 13 rebounds. Canada beat Venezuela 82-62 in the next game. Their NBA player starting five led the way as Nik Stauskas had 16 points, Kelly Olynyk had 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, Andrew Wiggins had 13 points and 7 rebounds, Anthony Bennett had 10 points and 10 rebounds, and Cory Joseph had 10 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, ex-USC player Dwight Lewis had 17 points and ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 16 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=8&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=7&r=11755

Friday's ESPN3 Schedule (all times EDT):
Venezuela vs Argentina, 1:00pm
Brazil vs Panama, 3:30pm
Puerto Rico vs Canada, 7:00pm
Mexico vs Uruguay, 9:30pm (game also live on ESPN Deportes)

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In China, teams fought for the single Olympic spot after a day off. Japan beat Taiwan 65-58 as the latest attempt to jump into the elite level failed. WNBA player Ramu Tokashiki had 15 points and 7 rebounds in the win and ex-Arizona State player Joy Burke, using her Chinese name Bao Hsi-Le, had 18 points and 9 rebounds in the loss. China beat South Korea 60-45 in the second semifinal. The final will determine the Olympic qualifier with the third place game winner joining the runner up in the final qualifying tournament next summer.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0409/Japan-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0409/China-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The next edition of the competition will have two new teams joining the top division as North Korea beat Thailand 66-50 and then the Philippines beat India 82-76 as Shelley Gupilan, who opted to leave the United States to play college basketball in the Philippines, had 11 points.

The day in Mexico City started with Group B play as Argentina beat Venezuela 77-68. The old men show no signs of slowing down as Luis Scola had 26 points and 10 rebounds and Andres Nocioni had 21 points and 9 rebounds with George Washington's Patricio Garino adding 12 points. It was a close game at the half, but Canada blew it wide open coming out of the break to win 112-92. The usual cast of NBA players had good games as Andrew Wiggins had 19 points, Kelly Olynyk had 15 points and 9 rebounds, and Cory Joseph and Nik Stauskas had 15 points each. The bench chipped in again as ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip had 13 points and Phil Scrubb, who came through Canada's college system, had 12 points. In the loss, J.J. Barea had 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, ex-USC player Larry Ayuso had 18 points, and ex-Wichita State player Ramon Clemente had 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=10&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=9&r=11755
Standings: Argentina 4-0, Canada 3-1, Venezuela 2-2, Puerto Rico 1-3, Cuba 0-4

In Group A, Panama surprised Brazil 89-72. In the win, ex-Louisiana Tech player Trevor Gaskins had 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, ex-Texas A&M Corpus Christi player Michael Hicks had 19 points, and 7 rebounds, ancient ex-Providence player Ruben Garces had 15 points and 8 rebounds, and ex-LSU player Jose Lloreda had 10 points and 9 rebounds. In the loss, ex-NBA player Marquinhos had 15 points and 6 rebounds. The hosts closed the day by beating Uruguay 78-63. Their stars had good games again as Gustavo Ayon had 23 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 assists and Jorge Gutierrez had 11 points and 6 rebounds with ex-Fresno State player Hector Hernandez adding 17 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=9&r=11755
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=10&r=11755
Standings: Mexico 4-0, Dominican Republic 2-2, Panama 2-2, Uruguay 1-3, Brazil 1-3

The two last place teams are eliminated. The other teams get a day off before playing the next four games.
Here are the standings when they resume: Mexico 3-0, Argentina 3-0, Canada 2-1, Dominican Republic 2-1, Venezuela 1-2, Panama 1-2, Puerto Rico 0-3, Uruguay 0-3

Eurobasket starts on Saturday with all games on ESPN3. Here is the schedule for the first day (all times EDT):

Group A:
Poland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, 9:00am
Israel vs Russia, 11:30am
France vs Finland, 3:00pm

Group B:
Germany vs Iceland, 9:00am
Spain vs Serbia, 12:00pm
Italy vs Turkey, 3:00pm

Group C:
Georgia vs Netherlands, 9:00am
Macedonia vs Greece, 12:00pm
Croatia vs Slovenia, 3:00pm

Group D:
Czech Republic vs Estonia, 8:30am
Belgium vs Latvia, 11:30am
Lithuania vs Ukraine, 3:00pm

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An Olympic berth was handed out as Japan showed their first win over China was no fluke by beating the hosts 85-50. WNBA player Ramu Tokashiki justified her break with 18 points and 7 rebounds in the win. China will be joined in the final qualifying tournament next summer by South Korea, which managed to grind out a 52-45 win over Taiwan.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0509/Japan-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asiawomen/2015/0509/Chinese-Taipei-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics

FIBA Americas action resumes Sunday with the following games on ESPN3 (times EDT):
Venezuela vs Dominican Republic, 1:00pm
Uruguay vs Argentina, 3:30pm
Panama vs Canada, 7:00pm
Puerto Rico vs Mexico, 9:30pm

It was the start of Eurobasket in four different countries. Olek Czyz and Poland started Group A play in Montpellier, France with a 68-64 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Olek had a quiet 6 minutes. Marcin Gortat had 10 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized ex-Western Kentucky player A.J. Slaughter had 10 points. Next, Israel came back to beat Russia 76-73. Their players with NBA experience led the way as Omri Casspi had 21 points and 9 rebounds and Gal Mekel had 13 points with former draft pick Lior Eliyahu adding 16 points. The hosts nearly succumbed to an upset despite its bevy of NBA players as they needed overtime to beat Finland 97-87. In the win, Tony Parker had 23 points, Nando De Colo had 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, Nicolas Batum had 16 points, Joffrey Lauvergne had 13 points, and Rudy Gobert had 11 points. In the loss, ex-Albany player Jamar Wilson had a great competitive debut after becoming the naturalized player by marriage, providing 21 points with former draft pick Petteri Koponen adding 15 points and 7 rebounds and ex-Old Dominion player Gerald Lee pitching in with 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-2-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-1-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-3-1.html

In Group B, the home fans were ready to welcome their star back to Berlin as Germany held off Iceland 71-65. Dirk Nowitzki did not disappoint with 15 points and 7 rebounds and Dennis Schroder added 15 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, former California high schooler Jon Stefansson had 23 points and ex-Maryland player Haukar Palsson had 12 points. The next game was the most anticipated and it did not disappoint as Serbia beat Spain 80-70. In the win, incoming NBA player Nemanja Bjelica had 24 points and 10 rebounds and ex-NBA player Nemanja Nedovic had 14 points. In the loss, Pau Gasol had 16 points, Nikola Mirotic had 10 points and 10 rebounds as he stepped into the naturalized player role at the senior level, and ex-NBA player Rudy Fernandez had 10 points. Italy was excited to finally have a full strength team, but they lost to Turkey 89-87 to end the day. Players with NBA experience led the way in the win as Semih Erden had 22 points and 7 rebounds and Ersan Ilyasova had 17 points with naturalized ex-Troy player Bobby Dixon, who chose the name Ali Muhammed to comply with citizenship law, had 17 points and 9 assists and recent draft pick Cedi Osman had 12 points. In the loss, Danilo Gallinari had 33 points, Marco Belinelli had 14 points, and Andrea Bargnani had 12 points as former draft pick Alessandro Gentile added 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-1-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-3-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-2-1.html

In Group C in Zagreb, Croatia, the Netherlands held off a strong Georgia team 73-72. Ex-St. Bonaventure player Charlon Kloof had 22 points in the win. A couple of players with NBA experience led the way in the loss as Tornike Shengalia had 16 points and 8 rebounds and Zaza Pachulia had 16 points and 6 rebounds with San Diego's Duda Sanadze adding 11 points. The big rivalry game was next, but Greece took care of business to beat Macedonia 85-65. Draft right trade makeweight extraordinaire Georgios Printezis had 18 points and a couple of players with NBA experience chipped in as Kosta Koufos had 11 points and 11 rebounds and Vassilis Spanoulis had 10 points. The day of action finished with Croatia beating Slovenia 80-73 as incoming NBA player Mario Hezonja had 13 points and 6 rebounds. Outgoing NBA player Zoran Dragic had 14 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-1-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-2-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-3-1.html

In Group D in Riga, Latvia, the Czech Republic pounded Estonia 80-57 to start the tournament. In the win, ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 16 points and 7 rebounds and their naturalized player, ex-Loyola (Ill) player Blake Schilb, had 14 points. The hosts got help from their home fans to buoy them in the fourth quarter for a 78-67 win over Belgium. In the loss, former draft pick Axel Hervelle had 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists and their naturalized player, ex-Hawaii player Matt Lojeski had 11 points. To close the day, Lithuania held off the original tournament hosts, Ukraine, 69-68. Jonas Valanciunas came in after his NBA extension and delivered 19 points and 11 rebounds. In the loss, ex-NBA player Kyrylo Fesenko had 19 points and 11 rebounds and naturalized ex-Cal player Jerome Randle had 12 points and 6 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-1-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-2-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-3-1.html

Sunday's schedule (all games ESPN3, all times EDT):

Group A:
Russia vs Poland, 9:00am
Finland vs Israel, 11:30am
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs France, 3:00pm

Group B:
Serbia vs Germany, 9:00am
Iceland vs Italy, 12:00pm
Turkey vs Spain, 3:00pm

Group C:
Netherlands vs Macedonia, 9:00am
Slovenia vs Georgia, 12:00pm
Greece vs Croatia, 3:00pm

Group D:
Estonia vs Belgium, 8:30am
Latvia vs Lithuania, 11:30am
Ukraine vs Czech Republic, 2:30pm

Here are all 24 rosters (club teams are from last season):

A

Bosnia and Herzegovina:
Muhamed Pasalic, Aris (Greece)
Nedim Buza, Spars (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Andrija Stipanovic, Trabzon (Turkey)
Marko Sutalo, Pitesti (Romania)
Edin Bavcic, Prishtina (Kosovo), drafted 56th in 2006 by Toronto Raptors with rights currently held by Cleveland Cavaliers
Nemanja Gordic, Cedevita Zagreb (Croatia)
Elmedin Kikanovic, Nancy (France)
Dalibor Persic, Timisoara (Romania)
Milan Milosevic, AEK Athens (Greece)
Alex Renfroe, Alba Berlin (Germany), Belmont
Adin Vrabac, Trier (Germany)
Drasko Albijanic, Kozuv (Macedonia)

Finland:
Mikko Koivisto, Frankfurt (Germany), UNC Greensboro
Shawn Huff, Ludwigsburg (Germany), Valparaiso
Gerald Lee, UCAM Murcia (Spain), Old Dominion
Sasu Salin, Olimpija (Slovenia)
Tuukka Kotti, Bisons Loimaa (Finland), Providence
Petteri Koponen, Khimki (Russia), drafted 30th in 2007 by Philadelphia 76ers with rights currently held by Dallas Mavericks
Matti Nuutinen, Bisons Loimaa (Finland)
Ville Kaunisto, Kouvot (Finland)
Joonas Caven, Delaware 87ers (D League)
Roope Ahonen, Bisons Loimaa (Finland)
Jamar Wilson, Rouen (France), Albany
Erik Murphy, Austin Spurs (D League), Florida and NBA (2013-2014)

France:
Leo Westermann, Limoges (France)
Nicolas Batum, Portland Trailblazers
Joffrey Lauvergne, Denver Nuggets
Charles Kahudi, LeMans Sarthe (France)
Tony Parker, San Antonio Spurs
Evan Fournier, Orlando Magic
Florent Pietrus, Nancy (France)
Nando De Colo, CSKA Moscow (Russia), NBA (2012-2014)
Boris Diaw, San Antonio Spurs
Mickael Gelabale, Limoges (France), NBA (2006-2008 and 2012-2013)
Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz
Mouhammadou Jaiteh, Nanterre (France)

Israel:
Dagan Yivzori, Maccabi Haifa (Israel)
Shawn Dawson, Maccabi Rishon (Israel)
Gal Mekel, Nizhny Novgorod (Russia), Wichita State and NBA (2013-2015)
Lior Eliyahu, Hapoel Jerusalem (Israel), drafted 44th in 2006 by Orlando Magic with rights currently held by Minnesota Timberwolves
Omri Casspi, Sacramento Kings
Raviv Limonad, Hapoel Tel Aviv (Israel)
Elishay Kadir, Hapoel Eilat (Israel)
Yogen Ohayon, Maccabi Tel Aviv (Israel)
Yaniv Green, Hapoel Jerusalem (Israel)
D'or Fischer, UNICS Kazan (Russia), West Virginia
Robert Rothbart, Ironi Nahariya (Israel), Natomas (California)
Bar Timor, Hapoel Jerusalem (Israel)

Poland:
Olek Czyz, Turow (Poland), Nevada
Aaron Cel, Zielona Gora (Poland)
A.J. Slaughter, Panathinaikos (Greece), Western Kentucky
Damian Kulig, Turow (Poland)
Mateusz Ponitka, Oostende (Belgium)
Adam Waczynski, Obradoiro (Spain)
Marcin Gortat, Washington Wizards
Lukasz Koszarek, Zielona Gora (Poland)
Przemyslaw Zamojski, Zielona Gora (Poland), Independence (JC)
Przemyslaw Karnowski, Gonzaga
Karol Gruszecki, Czarni Slupsk (Poland), UT Arlington
Robert Skibniewski, Slask Wroclaw (Poland)

Russia:
Andrey Zubkov, Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia)
Evgeny Baburin, Nizhny Novgorod (Russia)
Ruslan Pateev, Khimki (Russia), Arizona State
Vitaly Fridzon, CSKA Moscow (Russia)
Egor Vyaltsev, Khimki (Russia)
Semen Antonov, Nizhny Novgorod (Russia)
Sergey Monya, Khimki (Russia), NBA (2005-2006)
Dmitry Khvostov, Nizhny Novgorod (Russia)
Anton Ponkrashov, UNICS Kazan (Russia)
Andrey Vorontsevich, CSKA Moscow (Russia)
Andrei Desiatnikov, Zenit St. Petersburg (Russia)
Nikita Kurbanov, Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia)

B

Germany:
Maodo Lo, Columbia
Niels Giffey, Alba Berlin (Germany), UConn
Alex King, Alba Berlin (Germany)
Heiko Schaffartzik, Bayern Munich (Germany)
Karsten Tadda, Bamberg (Germany)
Tibor Pleiss, Barcelona (Spain), signed with Utah Jazz
Robin Benzing, Bayern Munich (Germany)
Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas Mavericks
Dennis Schroder, Atlanta Hawks
Paul Zipser, Bayern Munich (Germany)
Anton Gavel, Bayern Munich (Germany)
Johannes Voigtmann, Frankfurt (Germany)

Iceland:
Martin Hermannsson, LIU
Axel Karason, Vaerlose (Denmark)
Ragnar Nathanaelsson, Sundsvall Dragons (Sweden)
Jakub Sigurdarson, Sundsvall Dragons (Sweden), Birmingham-Southern (DIII)
Hlynur Baeringsson, Sundsvall Dragons (Sweden)
Jon Stefansson, Malaga (Spain), Artesia (California)
Helgi Magnusson, KR (Iceland), Catawba (DII)
Hordur Vilhjalmsson, Mitteldeutscher (Germany)
Logi Gunnarsson, Njardvik (Iceland)
Pavel Ermolinskij, KR (Iceland)
Haukar Palsson, Saski Baskonia (Spain), Maryland
Aegir Steinarsson, Sundsvall Dragons (Sweden), Newberry (DII)

Italy:
Amadeo Della Valle, Reggiana (Italy), Ohio State
Marco Belinelli, San Antonio Spurs
Pietro Aradori, Reyer Venezia (Italy)
Alessandro Gentile, Olimpia Milano (Italy), drafted 53rd in 2014 by Minnesota Timberwolves with rights currently held by Houston Rockets
Danilo Gallinari, Denver Nuggets
Andrea Bargnani, New York Knicks
Marco Cusin, Cremona (Italy)
Luigi Datome, Boston Celtics
Nicolo Melli, Olimpia Milano (Italy)
Andrea Cinciarini, Reggiana (Italy)
Daniel Hackett, Olimpia Milano (Italy), USC
Achille Polonara, Reggiana (Italy)

Serbia:
Milos Teodosic, CSKA Moscow (Russia)
Marko Simonovic, Pau-Lacq-Orthez (France)
Ognjen Kuzmic, Golden State Warriors
Bogdan Bogdanovic, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey), drafted 27th in 2014 by Phoenix Suns
Nemanja Bjelica, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey), signed with Minnesota Timberwolves
Stefan Markovic, Malaga (Spain)
Nikola Kalinic, Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)
Nemanja Nedovic, Valencia (Spain), NBA (2013-2014)
Dragan Milosavljevic, Partizan Belgrade (Serbia)
Miroslav Raduljica, Minnesota Timberwolves
Zoran Erceg, Galatasaray (Turkey)
Nikola Milutinov, Partizan Belgrade (Serbia), drafted 26th by San Antonio Spurs in 2015

Spain:
Pau Gasol, Chicago Bulls
Rudy Fernandez, Real Madrid (Spain), NBA (2008-2012)
Sergio Rodriguez, Real Madrid (Spain), NBA (2006-2010)
Guillermo Hernangomez, Sevilla (Spain), drafted 35th in 2015 by Philadelphia 76ers with rights currently held by New York Knicks
Pau Ribas, Valencia (Spain)
Felipe Reyes, Real Madrid (Spain)
Victor Claver, Khimki (Russia), NBA (2012-2015)
Fernando San Emeterio, Saski Baskonia (Spain)
Sergio Llull, Real Madrid (Spain), drafted 34th in 2009 by Denver Nuggets with rights currently held by the Houston Rockets
Pablo Aguilar, Valencia (Spain)
Nikola Mirotic, Chicago Bulls
Guillem Vives, Valencia (Spain)

Turkey:
Kartal Ozmizrak, Eskisehir (Turkey)
Sinan Guler, Galatasaray (Turkey), Carroll (NAIA)
Cedi Osman, Anadolu Efes (Turkey), drafted 31st in 2015 by Minnesota Timberwolves with rights currently held by Cleveland Cavaliers
Baris Hersek, Karsiyaka (Turkey)
Ersan Ilyasova, Milwaukee Bucks
Semih Erden, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey), NBA (2010-2012)
Melih Mahmutoglu, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey)
Oguz Savas, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey)
Furkan Korkmaz, Anadolu Efes (Turkey)
Bobby Dixon aka Ali Muhammed, Karsiyaka (Turkey), Troy
Huseyin Koksal, Darussafaka (Turkey)
Furkan Aldemir, Philadelphia 76ers

C

Croatia:
Ante Tomic, Barcelona (Spain), drafted 44th in 2008 by Utah Jazz
Damjan Rudez, Indiana Pacers
Rok Stipcevic, Virtus Roma (Italy)
Bojan Bogdanovic, Brooklyn Nets
Dario Saric, Anadolu Efes (Turkey), drafted 12th in 2014 by Orlando Magic with rights currently held by Philadelphia 76ers
Marko Tomas, Cedevita Zagreb (Croatia)
Roko Ukic, Cedevita Zagreb (Croatia), NBA (2008-2010)
Krunoslav Simon, Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia)
Dontaye Draper, Anadolu Efes (Turkey), College of Charleston
Miro Bilan, Cedevita Zagreb (Croatia)
Luka Zoric, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey)
Mario Hezonja, Barcelona (Spain), signed with Orlando Magic

Georgia:
Jacob Pullen, Brindisi (Italy), Kansas State
Nika Metreveli, MIA Academy (Georgia)
Zaza Pachulia, Milwaukee Bucks
George Tsintsadze, MIA Academy (Georgia)
Giorgi Shermadini, Cantu (Italy)
Duda Sanadze, San Diego
Manuchar Markoishvili, CSKA Moscow (Russia)
Levan Patsatsia, Nizhny Novgorod (Russia), Troy
Viktor Sanikidze, UNICS Kazan (Russia), Globe Tech (JC) and drafted 42nd in 2004 by Atlanta Hawks with rights currently held by San Antonio Spurs
Beka Burjanadze, Coruna (Spain)
Tornike Shengalia, Saski Baskonia (Spain), NBA (2012-2014)
Besik Lezhava, Dinamo Tbilisi (Georgia)

Greece:
Ioannis Bourousis, Real Madrid (Spain)
Nikos Zisis, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey)
Vassilis Spanoulis, Olympiakos (Greece), NBA (2006-2007)
Nick Calathes, Memphis Grizzlies, Florida
Stratos Peperoglou, Anadolu Efes (Turkey)
Kostas Sloukas, Olympiakos (Greece)
Kostas Kaimakoglou, UNICS Kazan (Russia)
Kosta Koufos, Memphis Grizzlies, Ohio State
Georgios Printezis, Olympiakos (Greece), drafted 58th in 2007 by San Antonio Spurs with rights currently held by San Antonio Spurs after trades
Kostas Papanikolaou, Houston Rockets
Evangelos Mantzaris, Olympiakos (Greece)
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks

Macedonia:
Vladimir Brckov, Kozuv (Macedonia)
Vlado Ilievski, Cibona Zagreb (Croatia)
Darko Sokolov, Rabotnicki (Macedonia)
Aleksandar Kostoski, Kumanovo (Macedonia)
Vojdan Stojanovski, Andorra (Spain)
Damjan Stojanovski, Skopje (Macedonia)
Marko Simonovski, Skopje (Macedonia)
Ljubomir Mladenovski, Skopje (Macedonia)
Bojan Trajkovski, Prishtina (Kosovo)
Stojan Gjuroski, Levski Sofia (Bulgaria), Louisiana Tech
Richard Hendrix, Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia), Alabama
Predrag Samardjiski, Skopje (Macedonia)

Netherlands:
Yannick Franke, Rotterdam (Netherlands)
Leon Williams, Landstede (Netherlands)
Worthy de Jong, Leiden (Netherlands)
Charlon Kloof, Istanbul TSI (Turkey), St. Bonaventure
Mohamed Kherrazi, Leiden (Netherlands)
Ralf de Pagter, Den Bosch (Netherlands)
Kees Akerboom, Den Bosch (Netherlands)
Roeland Schaftenaar, Rethymno (Greece), Oregon State
Nicolas de Jong, Cholet (France)
Robin Smeulders, Oldenburg (Germany), Portland
Henk Norel, Zaragoza (Spain), drafted 47th in 2009 by Minnesota Timberwolves
Arvin Slagter, Den Bosch (Netherlands)

Slovenia:
Nebojsa Joksimovic, Krka (Slovenia)
Luka Rupnik, Olimpia (Slovenia)
Klemen Prepelic, Olimpia (Slovenia)
Jaka Blazic, Red Star Belgrade (Serbia)
Mitja Nikolic, USK Prague (Czech Republic)
Zoran Dragic, Miami Heat
Miha Zupan, Usak (Turkey)
Jure Balazic, Istanbul Buyuksehir (Turkey)
Sasa Zagorac, Zlatorog Lasko (Slovenia)
Alen Omic, Olimpia (Slovenia)
Jaka Klobucar, Ulm (Germany)
Uros Slokar, Estudiantes (Spain), NBA (2006-2007)

D

Belgium:
Lionel Bosco, Mons-Hainaut (Belgium)
Sam Van Rossom, Valencia (Spain)
Axel Hervelle, Bilbao (Spain), drafted 52nd in 2005 by Denver Nuggets with rights currently held by Houston Rockets
Jean-Marc Mwema, Antwerp Giants (Belgium)
Jonathan Tabu, Olimpia Milano (Italy)
Quentin Serron, Oostende (Belgium)
Wen Mukubu, Spirou Charleroi (Belgium), UAB
Pierre Antoine Gillet, Oostende (Belgium)
Maxime de Zeeuw, Virtus Roma (Italy)
Kevin Tumba, Leuven Bears (Belgium)
Jean Salumu, Oostende (Belgium)
Matt Lojeski, Olympiakos (Greece), Hawaii

Czech Republic:
Petr Benda, Nymburk (Czech Republic)
Patrik Auda, Kutno (Poland), Seton Hall
Pavel Pumprla, Obradoiro (Spain)
Vojtech Hruban, Nymburk (Czech Republic)
Tomas Satoransky, Barcelona (Spain), drafted 32nd in 2012 by Washington Wizards
Jiri Welsch, Nymburk (Czech Republic), NBA (2002-2006)
Pavel Houska, Nymburk (Czech Republic)
Lubos Barton, Nymburk (Czech Republic), Valparaiso
David Jelinek, Usak (Turkey)
Jakub Sirina, Opava (Czech Republic)
Blake Schilb, Paris-Levallois (France), Loyola (Ill)
Jan Vesely, Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey), NBA (2011-2014)

Estonia:
Rain Veideman, Kalev/Cramo (Estonia)
Tanel Sokk, Tartu University (Estonia)
Gert Dorbek, Tartu University (Estonia)
Sten-Timmu Sokk, Dynamo Moscow (Russia)
Janar Talts, Tartu University (Estonia)
Gregor Arbet, Tartu University (Estonia)
Erik Keedus, Tartu University (Estonia)
Siim-Sander Vene, Zalgiris (Lithuania)
Joosep Toome, Tartu University (Estonia)
Kristjan Kangur, Varese (Italy)
Reinar Hallik, Rakvere Tarvas (Estonia)
Tanel Kurbas, Tartu University (Estonia)

Latvia:
Mareks Mejeris, VEF Riga (Latvia)
Rolands Freimanis, UNICS Kazan (Russia)
Janis Blums, Panathinaikos (Greece)
Dairis Bertans, Bilbao (Spain)
Janis Timma, VEF Riga (Latvia), drafted 60th in 2013 by Memphis Grizzlies with rights currently held by Orlando Magic
Kristaps Janicenoks, Ventspils (Latvia)
Janis Strelniks, Bamberg (Germany)
Kaspars Berzins, Krasnye Krylia (Russia)
Kaspars Vecvagars, Zalgiris (Lithuania)
Haralds Karlis, Seton Hall
Zanis Peiners, Ventspils (Latvia)
Martins Meiers, Ventspils (Latvia)

Lithuania:
Mantas Kalnietis, Lokomotiv Kuban (Russia)
Deividas Gailius, Neptunas (Lithuania)
Jonas Maciulis, Real Madrid (Spain)
Renaldas Seibutis, Darussafaka (Turkey), drafted 50th in 2007 by Dallas Mavericks
Domantas Sabonis, Gonzaga
Antanas Kavaliauskas, Lietuvos Rytas (Lithuania), Texas A&M
Paulius Jankunas, Zalgiris (Lithuania)
Robertas Javtokas, Zalgiris (Lithuania), Arizona and drafted 56th in 2001 by San Antonio Spurs
Jonas Valanciunas, Toronto Raptors
Mindaugas Kuzminskas, Malaga (Spain)
Arturas Milaknis, Zalgiris (Lithuania)
Lukas Lekavicius, Zalgiris (Lithuania)

Ukraine:
Maksym Pustozvonov, Budivelnyk (Ukraine)
Jerome Randle, Eskisehir (Turkey), Cal
Olexandr Mishula, Dnipro (Ukraine)
Denys Lukashov, Budivelnyk (Ukraine)
Kyrylo Fesenko, Avtodar Saratov (Russia), NBA (2007-2012)
Oleksandr Sizov, Dnipro (Ukraine)
Stanislav Tymofeyenko, Dnipro (Ukraine)
Oleksandr Lypovyy, Budivelnyk (Ukraine)
Maxym Korniyenko, Khimik Yuzhne (Ukraine)
Ihor Zaytsev, Khimik Yuzhne (Ukraine)/Petrochimi (Iran)
Artem Pustovyi, Khimik Yuzhne (Ukraine)
Pavlo Krutous, Kyiv (Ukraine)

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It was the start of the second round of the FIBA Americas Championships in Mexico City. Each team will play four games in four days to complete the new eight team round robin. Teams must finish in the top half to retain a shot at direct Olympic qualification. Venezuela held off the Dominican Republic 72-68 to open the day. In the win, ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 19 points and 6 rebounds and ex-USF player John Cox had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Louisville player Edgar Sosa had 21 points, ex-Quinnipiac player James Feldeine had 13 points, and ex-Kentucky player Eloy Vargas had 11 points. Argentina trailed Uruguay for most of the game before prevailing 90-87 after a late comeback. The old guard showed up eventually as Luis Scola had 26 points and 13 rebounds and Andres Nocioni had 22 points and 8 rebounds. Canada clearly means business as they wiped out a Panama team in turmoil 103-66. Ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip led the scoring above the NBA players with 23 points and Phil Scrubb, who just finished in Canada's college system added 10 points. Among the NBA players, Andrew Wiggins had 17 points, Nik Stauskas had 16 points and 6 rebounds, and Cory Joseph had 15 points. In the loss, ex-Abilene Christian player Jonathan King had 13 points and ex-LSU player Jose Lloreda had 10 points. Mexico was the lone Group A team to win as they managed to hang on to a 92-86 win over Puerto Rico with the support of the home crowd. In the win, ex-Fresno State player Hector Hernandez had 28 points and 12 rebounds, ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 15 points and 6 assists, ex-Texas Pan-American player Paul Stoll had 12 points and 7 assists, and their only active NBA player Jorge Gutierrez had 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 9 assists. In the loss, ex-Virginia Tech player A.D. Vassallo had 27 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Hofstra player Carlos Rivera had 17 points, and their lone active NBA player J.J. Barea had 12 points and 10 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=1&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=2&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=3&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=4&r=11848

FIBA Americas Monday schedule on ESPN3 (times EDT):
Argentina vs Panama, 1:00pm
Dominican Republic vs Puerto Rico, 3:30pm
Canada vs Uruguay, 7:00pm
Mexico vs Venezuela, 9:30pm (also live on ESPN Deportes)

Olek Czyz and Poland recorded their second Eurobasket win after edging Russia 82-79. Olek had a quiet minute of action. Marcin Gortat had 18 points and 6 rebounds. Israel then beat Finland 79-66. Former draft pick Lior Eliyahu led the way with 22 points and 6 assists and other players with NBA experience chipped in as Gal Mekel had 14 points and Omri Casspi had 10 points and 8 rebounds. Ex-Florida player Erik Murphy had 24 points and 9 rebounds in the loss. France put on a better show for the home fans as they pounded Bosnia and Herzegovina 81-54. Joffrey Lauvergne and Nando De Colo had 12 points and 7 rebounds each and Tony Parker and Nicolas Batum each had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-5-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-6-2.html

In Group B, Germany nearly gave their home fans a prize win, but they fell short to Serbia 68-66. Incoming NBA player Nemanja Bjelica had 12 points in the win. Dirk Nowitzki had 15 points and 10 rebounds, incoming NBA player Tibor Pleiss had 15 points and 7 rebounds, and Dennis Schroder had 11 points and 6 assists in the loss. Italy finally put Iceland away late to win 71-64. Former draft pick Alessandro Gentile had 21 points and Marco Belinelli added 12 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Maryland player Haukar Palsson had 17 points and former California high schooler Jon Stefansson had 11 points and 6 assists. Spain took care of Turkey 104-77. Pau Gasol had 21 points and 7 rebounds and former NBA players Sergio Rodriguez and Rudy Fernandez chipped in 14 and 10 points respectively and recent draft pick Guillermo Hernangomez had 11 points and 6 rebounds. Another NBA player had a solid effort in the loss as Ersan Ilyasova led his team with 15 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-5-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-6-2.html

In Group C, Macedonia beat the Netherlands 78-71 as naturalized ex-Alabama player Richard Hendrix had 10 points and 7 rebounds. Former draft pick Henk Norel had 10 points and 9 rebounds in the loss. Slovenia beat Georgia 79-68. In the loss, ex-NBA player Tornike Shengalia had 21 points and brief JC player and former draft pick Viktor Sanikidze had 10 points. The day closed with Greece sending the fans home in silence after completing a comeback against hosts Croatia 72-70. In the win, ex-NBA player Vassilis Spanoulis had 16 points and 6 assists, former draft pick Georgios Printezis had 13 points, and Kosta Koufos had 11 points and 9 rebounds. In the loss, ex-NBA player Roko Ukic had 14 points and former draft pick Dario Saric had 11 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-5-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-6-2.html

In Group D, Belgium jumped on Estonia early to win 84-55 as naturalized ex-Hawaii player Matt Lojeski had 16 points and 6 rebounds. Lithuania then beat hosts Latvia 68-49 as Jonas Valanciunas had 15 points and 6 rebounds. The Czech Republic beat Ukraine 78-64. Ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 19 points and 9 rebounds and former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. In the loss, ex-NBA player Kyrylo Fesenko had 14 points and 8 rebounds and naturalized ex-Cal player Jerome Randle had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-4-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-6-2.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-5-2.html

Monday's schedule (all games ESPN3, all times EDT):

Group A:
Finland vs Russia, 9:00am
Israel vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, 11:30am
France vs Poland, 3:00pm

Group D:
Lithuania vs Belgium, 8:30am
Czech Republic vs Latvia, 11:30am
Ukraine vs Estonia, 2:30pm

[awhom111]

It was another day of the second round at the FIBA Americas Championships in Mexico City. Argentina started the day by beating Panama 84-57. The old hands are still going strong as Luis Scola had 16 points and Andres Nocioni had 10 points and 9 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Texas A&M Corpus Christi player Michael Hicks had 15 points. Puerto Rico survived a wild game against the Dominican Republic as they won 98-92. J.J. Barea was everywhere as he finished with 37 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists, ex-Wichita State player Ramon Clemente had 15 points and 6 rebounds, ex-South Carolina player Renaldo Balkman had 13 points, and ex-Virginia Tech player A.D. Vassallo had 12 points. Besides Rick Pitino on the winning bench, a couple of ex-Louisville players had solid efforts in the loss, as Francisco Garcia had 25 points and Edgar Sosa had 13 points with ex-Quinnipiac player James Feldeine adding 20 points. Canada rolled past Uruguay 109-82. The NBA contingent chipped in heavily as Andrew Wiggins had 18 points and 6 rebounds, Andrew Nicholson had 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists, Nik Stauskas had 14 points, and Anthony Bennett. Also, ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip had 13 points, ex-Ohio State player Melvin Ejim had 11 points and 6 rebounds, and former Canadian collegian Phil Scrubb had 10 points. The day ended with Mexico coming back late to be the only former Group A team to win again as they beat Venezuela 73-70. The two players with NBA experience led the way again as Jorge Gutierrez had 20 points and 7 rebounds and Gustavo Ayon had 14 points and 11 rebounds. In the loss, ex-USF player John Cox had 22 points, ex-Marquette player David Cubillan had 14 points, and ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=5&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=6&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=7&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=8&r=11848

FIBA Americas Tuesday schedule on ESPN3 (times EDT):
Dominican Republic vs Argentina, 1:00pm
Uruguay vs Venezuela, 3:30pm
Puerto Rico vs Panama, 7:00pm
Canada vs Mexico, 9:30pm (also live on ESPN Deportes)

It was the first of two days with only half of the Eurobasket field playing with the other half getting a rest day. Olek Czyz and Poland faced hosts France at the end of the day in Group A and put up a good fight before losing 69-66. Olek did not play. Marcin Gortat had 10 points and 11 rebounds. In the win, Tony Parker led the team with 16 points as some ex-NBA player chipped in with Nando De Colo providing 12 points and 8 rebounds and Mickael Gelabale adding 12 points. Earlier in the day, Finland and Russia faced off in a battle of winless teams with Finland prevailing 81-79. Erik Murphy led the way in the win with 19 points and 7 rebounds, former draft pick Petteri Koponen had 12 points and 6 assists, and ex-Valparaiso player Shawn Huff had 10 points. Bosnia and Herzegovina came back to stun Israel 86-84 in overtime. Naturalized ex-Belmont player Alex Renfroe had 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists in the win. In the loss, Omri Casspi had 29 points and 6 rebounds, another player with NBA experience in Gal Mekel had 14 points and 7 assists, former draft pick Lior Eliyahu had 14 points and 6 assists, and naturalized ex-West Virginia player D'or Fischer had 12 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-8-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-7-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-9-3.html

The other group in action was Group D, where Belgium started the day by stunning Lithuania 76-74. Naturalized ex-Hawaii player Matt Lojeski had 22 points and former draft pick Axel Hervelle had 11 points. Jonas Valanciunas led the way with 25 points and 12 rebounds in the loss and Gonzaga's Domantas Sabonis added 10 points. Hosts Latvia overturned an early deficit to beat the Czech Republic 72-65. In the loss, former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 22 points and 9 assists, ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 17 points and 11 rebounds, and naturalized ex-Loyola (Ill) player Blake Schilb had 11 points. Estonia beat hapless former hosts Ukraine 78-71. Naturalized ex-Cal player Jerome Randle had 22 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-8-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-9-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-7-3.html

Tuesday's schedule (all games ESPN3, all times EDT):

Group B:
Serbia vs Iceland, 8:30am
Germany vs Turkey, 11:45am
Spain vs Italy, 3:00pm

Group C:
Slovenia vs Netherlands, 9:00am
Georgia vs Greece, 12:00pm
Croatia vs Macedonia, 3:00pm

[awhom111]

The day in the FIBA Americas Championships in Mexico City started with Argentina staying unbeaten by beating the Dominican Republic 92-84. The old guys are still working hard as Andres Nocioni had 25 points and Luis Scola had 17 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 assists. The ex-Louisville players led the way in the loss as Edgar Sosa had 24 points and Francisco Garcia had 16 points as ex-Western Illinois player Eulis Baez added 10 points and 7 rebounds. Uruguay finally struck one for the non-Mexico former Group A teams as they edged Venezuela 77-75. In the win, ex-DII player Reque Newsome had 20 points. In the loss, ex-NAIA player Nestor Colmenares had 12 points and 6 rebounds and ex-USF player John Cox had 12 points. Puerto Rico came back to beat Panama 78-71 as J.J. Barea led the team with 15 points. Ex-Wichita State player Ramon Clemente had 13 points and 7 rebounds, ex-Troy player Richard Chaney had 12 points, and ex-Hofstra player Carlos Rivera had 10 points. In the loss, Louisiana Tech player Trevor Gaskins had 29 points and ex-Texas A&M Corpus Christi player Michael Hicks had 10 points. Canada made a statement by handing Mexico their first loss 94-73. The NBA contingent led the way as Andrew Wiggins had 17 points, Andrew Nicholson had 15 points, and Nik Stauskas had 12 points with ex-Iowa State player Melvin Ejim adding 12 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 13 points, ex-Texas Pan-American player Paul Stoll had 11 points and 6 assists, and ex-Montana State player Adrian Zamora had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=10&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=11&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=12&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=9&r=11848

FIBA Americas Wednesday schedule on ESPN3 (times EDT):
Venezuela vs Panama, 1:00pm
Canada vs Dominican Republic, 3:30pm
Puerto Rico vs Uruguay, 7:00pm
Argentina vs Mexico, 9:30pm

The other half of the Eurobasket groups were in action, starting in Group B, with Serbia beating Iceland 93-64. A couple of former Golden State Warriors had strong games as Nemanja Nedovic had 15 points and Ognjen Kuzmic had 11 points with ex-NBA player Miroslav Raduljica adding 13 points. Turkey held off a late charge from hosts Germany to win 80-75. In the win, recent draft pick Cedi Osman had 17 points, ex-NBA player Semih Erden had 16 points and 9 rebounds, Ersan Ilyasova had 15 points, naturalized ex-Troy player Bobby Dixon, who went with Ali Muhammed when changing to a legal name for his new citizenshp, had 15 points, and ex-NAIA player Sinan Guler had 11 points. In the loss, Dennis Schroder had 24 points and 6 assists and Dirk Nowitzki had 15 points. The day ended with a mild surprise as Italy beat Spain 105-98. The supposed star trio finally came through as Danilo Gallinari had 29 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, Marco Belinelli had 27 points and 7 assists, and Andrea Bargnani had 18 points as former draft pick Alessandro Gentile had 13 points and 6 rebounds. Their performances offset the Chicago Bulls duo as Pau Gasol had 34 points and 10 rebounds and Nikola Mirotic had 13 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-7-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-9-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-8-3.html

In Group C, Slovenia fended off the Netherlands 81-74 with outgoing NBA player Zoran Dragic providing 13 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, ex-St. Bonaventure player Charlon Kloof had 25 points and 6 rebounds and ex-Portland player Robin Smeulders had 14 points. Greece jumped on Georgia early and won 79-68. They finally got sizable contributions from their NBA contingent as Nick Calathes had 19 points and 8 assists and Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kosta Koufos had 12 points each. Ex-NBA player Tornike Shengalia had 20 points and 8 rebounds and unusual draft story Viktor Sanikidze had 10 points and 6 rebounds in the loss. Hosts Croatia finished the day with a 73-55 win over Macedonia. In the win, former draft pick Dario Saric had 15 points and 7 rebounds, Bojan Bogdanovic of the Brooklyn Nets had 13 points and 6 rebounds, and former draft pick Ante Tomic had 10 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-7-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-9-3.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-8-3.html

Wednesday's schedule (all games ESPN3, all times EDT):

Group A:
Bosnia and Herzegovina, 9:00am
Poland vs Israel, 11:30am
Russia vs France, 3:00pm

Group B:
Turkey vs Serbia, 8:30am
Italy vs Germany, 11:45am
Iceland vs Spain, 3:00pm

Group C:
Greece vs Slovenia, 9:00am
Macedonia vs Georgia, 12:00pm
Netherlands vs Croatia, 3:00pm

Group D:
Belgium vs Czech Republic, 8:30am
Latvia vs Ukraine, 11:45am
Estonia vs Lithuania, 2:30pm

[awhom111]

The FIBA Americas Championship second round concluded with teams trying to keep their Olympic hopes alive. In the first game of the day, Venezuela beat Panama 75-62 as ex-USF player John Cox had 21 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss ex-Texas A&M Corpus Christi player Michael Hicks had 20 points and ex-Louisiana Tech player Michael Gaskins had 13 points and 7 rebounds. Canada took a big lead early and coasted to a 120-103 win over the Dominican Republic. Among their NBA contingent, Cory Joseph had 17 points and 7 assists, Nik Stauskas had 14 points and 7 rebounds, Anthony Bennett had 14 points and 6 rebounds, Kelly Olynyk had 13 points and 9 rebounds, and Andrew Wiggins had 12 points and 6 assists. Both products of Canada's collegiate system also played a part as Aaron Doornekamp had 12 points and Phil Scrubb had 10 points. In the loss, ex-Albany player Gerardo Suero had 19 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Manhattan player Luis Flores had 17 points and 7 assists, ex-St. John's player Orlando Sanchez had 13 points, and ex-Quinnipiac player James Feldeine had 11 points and 6 assists. Puerto Rico beat Uruguay 80-69 as the players with NBA experience led the way as J.J. Barea had 19 points and Renaldo Balkman had 17 points and 9 rebounds and ex-Wichita State player Ramon Clemente added 11 points and 8 rebounds. Mexico beat Argentina 95-83 in a wild game to create a three way tie to invoke the tiebreaker. They got a trio of excellent performances as Gustavo Ayon had 38 points and 21 rebounds, Jorge Gutierrez had 23 points, and ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 21 points and 6 rebounds. The usual duo had strong performances in the loss as Luis Scola had 26 points and Andres Nocioni had 19 points and 8 rebounds and George Washington's Patricio Garino had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=13&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=14&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=15&r=11848
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=X&n=16&r=11848
Standings: Canada 6-1, Argentina 6-1, Mexico 6-1, Venezuela 3-4, Puerto Rico 3-4, Dominican Republic 2-5, Panama 1-6, Uruguay 1-6

Semifinals (winners qualify to Olympics, losers earn spots in final qualifying tournament):
Canada vs Venezuela
Argentina vs Mexico

Puerto Rico also advances to the final qualifying tournament with Rick Pitino already announcing that he is not intending to coach them next summer.

The picture became more clear at Eurobasket with only one more game left for each team in this stage. Olek Czyz and Poland advance despite a 75-73 loss to Israel. Olek had a quiet 4 minutes. Marcin Gortat had 11 points and 8 rebounds. In the win, good contributions came from the players with NBA experience as Gal Mekel had 18 points and Omri Casspi had 14 points and 7 rebounds with ex-West Virginia player D'or Fischer adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. Finland moves on after an 88-59 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina. In the win, naturalized ex-Albany player Jamar Wilson had 16 points, former first round pick Petteri Koponen had 14 points and 6 assists, ex-Florida player Erik Murphy had 11 points and 6 rebounds, and ex-Old Dominion player Gerald Lee had 10 points. Hosts France came back to beat Russia 74-67. They were led by their players with NBA experience as Nando De Colo had 13 points, Rudy Gobert had 12 points and 10 rebounds, Tony Parker had 12 points, and Joffrey Lauvergne had 11 points and 7 rebounds. In the last set of game, France and Israel will play for first place, Finland and Poland will play for third place and Bosnia and Herzegovina and Russia will try to at least avoid last place.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-12-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-11-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-10-4.html

In Group B, Serbia kept rolling with a 91-72 win over Turkey as ex-NBA player Miroslav Raduljica had 20 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, naturalized ex-Troy player Bobby Dixon, who is using the name Ali Muhammed to follow Turkish law, had 16 points, ex-NBA player Semih Erden had 14 points, recent draft pick Cedi Osman had 11 points and 9 rebounds, and Ersan Ilyasova had 11 points. Italy also advanced by virtue of beating hosts Germany 89-82 in overtime. Their NBA trio had another solid showing as Danilo Gallinari had 25 points and 9 rebounds and Andrea Bargnani and Marco Belinelli had 15 points each with former draft pick Alessandro Gentile adding 15 points. In the loss, Dennis Schroder had 19 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists and Dirk Nowitzki had 14 points and 10 rebounds and incoming NBA player Tibor Pleiss had 10 points. Spain beat Iceland 99-73 as the Chicago Bulls duo led the way with 22 points from Nikola Mirotic and 21 points and 7 rebounds from Pau Gasol. A couple of other players with NBA experience chipped in as Sergio Rodriguez had 13 points and 6 assists and Victor Claver had 11 points and 6 rebounds. Serbia and Italy will play for the top spot. Turkey plays already eliminated Iceland while the winner of Spain and Germany will definitely advance.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-11-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-12-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-10-4.html

In Group C, Greece secured the top spot by beating Slovenia 83-72. Some of the players with NBA experience had solid games as Vassilis Spanoulis had 19 points and 6 assists, Nick Calathes had 12 points, and Kosta Koufos had 10 points as Georgios Printezis, the world's foremost expert on having his draft rights traded, added 16 points. Departing NBA player Zoran Dragic had 22 points in the loss. Georgia beat Macedonia 90-75 in a key game. Zaza Pachulia had 23 points and 14 rebounds in the win and ex-NBA player Tornike Shengalia had 15 points while naturalized ex-Alabama player Richard Hendrix had 14 points and 6 rebounds. Croatia secured second place by beating the Netherlands 78-72. In the win, former draft pick Dario Saric had 15 points and 7 rebounds, former draft pick Ante Tomic had 13 points and 8 rebounds, and Bojan Bogdanovic had 13 points. In the loss, ex-Oregon State player Roeland Schaftenaar had 19 points and ex-St. Bonaventure player Charlon Kloof had 10 points. Slovenia-Macedonia is the only game where both teams have something on the line as Georgia plays Croatia and Greece faces the Netherlands.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-11-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-12-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-10-4.html

In Group D, the Czech Republic held off Belgium 66-64 to advance. In the win, ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 21 points and 12 rebounds and former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 14 points and 9 assists. Original hosts Ukraine edged replacements hosts Latvia 75-74. In the win, ex-NBA player Kyrylo Fesenko had 21 points and 10 rebounds and naturalized ex-Cal player Jerome Randle had 11 points. Lithuania escaped with a 64-62 win over Estonia to advance as ex-Texas A&M player Antanas Kavaliauskas had 14 points and former draft pick Renaldas Seibutis had 11 points. The Czech Republic and Lithuania will play for first place while the other four teams all remain alive with Latvia playing Estonia and Ukraine playing Belgium. The hosts and the Belgians know that wins will be enough to advance.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-12-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-11-4.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-10-4.html

Thursday's schedule (all games ESPN3, all times EDT):

Group A:
Finland vs Poland, 9:00am
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Russia, 11:30am
Israel vs France, 3:00pm

Group B:
Serbia vs Italy, 8:30am
Germany vs Spain, 11:45am
Turket vs Iceland, 3:00pm

Group C:
Slovenia vs Macedonia, 9:00am
Georgia vs Croatia, 12:00pm
Greece vs Netherlands, 3:00pm

Group D:
Ukraine vs Belgium, 8:30am
Latvia vs Estonia, 11:30am
Czech Republic vs Lithuania, 2:30pm

[NSDukeFan]

Great to see Canada doesn't have to beat Mexico or Argentina to qualify. I assume the team isn't thinking that way.

[awhom111]

Both FIBA Americas Championship semifinals will be live on ESPN3 and ESPN Deportes on Friday. Canada and Venezuela play first at 7:00pm EDT and then Argentina and Mexico play at 9:30pm EDT as winners get Olympic berths.

It was the final day of the group stage at Eurobasket. Olek Czyz and Poland played Finland for third place in Group A with both teams already qualifying but still playing for knockout round positioning. Olek did not play as they won 78-65. Naturalized ex-Western Kentucky player A.J. Slaughter had 13 points and 8 assists and Marcin Gortat and Gonzaga's Prezemyslaw Karnowski had 10 points each. In the loss, ex-Valparaiso player Shawn Huff had 17 points and former draft pick Petteri Koponen had 14 points and 8 assists. The next game was meaningless as Russia did pick up at least one win by beating Bosnia and Herzegovina 81-61. The last game of the day was for first place, but Israel basically conceded to hosts France, resting their three stars in an 86-61 loss. Some players with NBA experience had solid efforts in the win as Rudy Gobert had 15 points and 10 rebounds, Joffrey Lauvergne had 14 points and 7 rebounds, Evan Fournier had 12 points, and Mickael Gelabale had 10 points. In the loss, former California high schooler Robert Rothbart, who was once committed to Indiana, had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-15-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-13-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-A-14-5.html
Standings: France 5-0, Israel 3-2, Poland 3-2, Finland 2-3, Russia 1-4, Bosnia and Herzegovina 1-4

In Group B, Serbia beat Italy 101-82 to take the top spot in the group. In the win, incoming NBA player Nemanja Bjelica had 19 points and 8 rebounds, ex-NBA player Miroslav Raduljica had 14 points, and former draft pick Bogdan Bogdanovic had 10 points. In the loss, former draft pick Alessandro Gentile had 19 points and 6 assists and part of the troublesome trio chipped in as Andrea Bargnani had 17 points and Danilo Gallinari had 14 points. Spain held off hosts Germany 77-76 to grab the last qualification spot in the group. They got more contributions from the Chicago Bulls duo as Pau Gasol had 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists and Nikola Mirotic had 12 points and 7 rebounds with ex-NBA player Sergio Rodriguez providing 19 points and former draft pick Sergio Llull adding 14 points. Turkey knew their fate after the other two games, but could influence matchups depending on the result of their game, which they won 111-102 in overtime to make Iceland the only team to not win a game. Ex-Troy player Bobby Dixon, going by the Turkish name Ali Muhammed after naturalization, had 28 points and 12 rebounds, recent draft pick Cedi Osman had 22 points and 6 assists, Ersan Ilyasova had 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, ex-NBA player Semih Erden had 18 points, and ex-NAIA player Sinan Guler had 11 points. In the loss, ex-DIII player Jakub Sigurdarson had 22 points, ex-Maryland player Haukar Palsson had 18 points, and former California high schooler Jon Stefansson had 14 points and 8 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-15-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-14-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-B-13-5.html
Standings: Serbia 5-0, Spain 3-2, Italy 3-2, Turkey 3-2, Germany 1-4, Iceland 0-5

In Group C, Slovenia beat Macedonia 62-51 to make sure that they finished in third place with outgoing NBA player Zoran Dragic providing 20 points. Hosts Croatia did not have anything to play for against Georgia and gave them a leg up in qualifying by losing 71-58. In the win, Zaza Pachulia had 12 points and 7 rebounds, San Diego's Duda Sanadze and former draft pick Viktor Sanikidze had 12 points each, ex-NBA player Tornike Shengalia had 11 points and 6 rebounds, and naturalized ex-Kansas State player Jacob Pullen had 10 points. In the loss, former draft pick Ante Tomic had 10 points. Greece also did not have anything to play for, but they did not take it easy on the Netherlands and eliminated them with a 68-65 win with 11 points from Giannis Antetokounmpo. In the loss, ex-St. Bonaventure player Charlon Kloof had 15 points and 6 rebounds and former draft pick Henk Norel had 11 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-15-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-14-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-C-13-5.html
Standings: Greece 5-0, Croatia 3-2, Slovenia 3-2, Georgia 2-3, Macedonia 1-4, Netherlands 1-4

In Group D, Belgium made sure that they qualified and eliminated Ukraine with a 79-71 win with 10 points from former draft pick Axel Hervelle. In the loss, ex-NBA player Kyrylo Fesenko had 20 points and 11 rebounds. Hosts Latvia shook off an early deficit to earn their own qualification and eliminated Estonia with a 75-64 win as former draft pick Janis Timma had 15 points and 6 rebounds. The game for the top spot in the group went to overtime as Lithuania edged the Czech Republic 85-81 with 13 points and 10 rebounds from Jonas Valanciunas. In the loss, naturalized ex-Loyola (Ill) player Blake Schilb had 18 points and 8 rebounds and former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 15 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-15-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-13-5.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_9323-D-14-5.html
Standings:Lithuania 4-1, Latvia 3-2, Czech Republic 3-2, Belgium 3-2, Estonia 1-4, Ukraine 1-4

Bracket (all games in Lille, France):
France vs Turkey
Latvia vs Slovenia
Spain vs Poland
Greece vs Belgium
Serbia vs Finland
Croatia vs Czech Republic
Israel vs Italy
Lithuania vs Georgia

[awhom111]

Great to see Canada doesn't have to beat Mexico or Argentina to qualify. I assume the team isn't thinking that way.

I think you still have a little time to take this back.

Full recap to follow.

[NSDukeFan]

I think you still have a little time to take this back.

Full recap to follow.

Say it ain't so

[NSDukeFan]

I think you still have a little time to take this back.

Full recap to follow.

Did I cause Canada to lose because of my overconfident that they could beat Venezuela?

[awhom111]

It was the moment of truth for teams in Mexico City as the two Olympic spots were on the line in the semifinals. Canada knew that the game against Venezuela would be tougher than their first meeting and the squad filled with NBA players could not overcome their foes, losing 79-78. In the win, ex-USF player John Cox had 14 points. Kelly Olynyk did show up as he poured in 34 points and added 13 rebounds and ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip outscored some of his more illustrious teammates with 10 points. Mexico tried to use their homecourt advantage to buoy them to a second straight win over Argentina, but they ran out of steam late and lost 78-70. The old guard refused to be denied another shot at the Olympics as Luis Scola had 18 points and 10 rebounds and Andres Nocioni had 10 points and 13 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Cal player Jorge Gutierrez had 17 points, ex-Wyoming player Francisco Cruz had 16 points, ex-Fresno State player Hector Hernandez had 15 points, and recent Marquette graduate Juan Anderson had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=37&n=A&r=11849
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=38&n=A&r=11849

The final day of games will be live on ESPN3 and ESPN Deportes with the final delayed on ESPN2 at 1:30pm on Sunday (all times EDT):
3rd Place: Canada vs Mexico, 7:00pm
1st Place: Venezuela vs Argentina, 9:30pm

Here Saturday's Eurobasket schedule (all games on ESPN3, all times EDT):
Latvia vs Slovenia, 6:00am
Greece vs Belgium, 8:30am
Spain vs Poland, 12:30pm
France vs Turkey, 3:00pm

[awhom111]

The 16 remaining teams at Eurobasket descended on Lille in France for the rest of the tournament. Latvia started the day by beating Slovenia 73-66. Outgoing NBA player Zoran Dragic had 17 points in the loss. Greece pulled away from Belgium in the second half to win 75-54. Among their NBA players, Kosta Koufos had 13 points and 9 rebounds and Giannis Antetokounmpo had 10 points and 10 rebounds with the constantly traded Georgios Printezis adding 10 points. In the loss, naturalized ex-Hawaii player Matt Lojeski had 10 points. Olek Czyz and Poland hung with Spain for while before falling 80-66. Olek had 2 points in 2 minutes at the end of the game. The Chicago Bulls duo led the way again as Pau Gasol had 30 points and 7 rebounds and Nikola Mirotic had 15 points and 8 rebounds with former draft pick Sergio Llull adding 12 points. The hosts welcomed a near capacity crowd of 26,135 in to witness their 76-53 win over Turkey. Players with NBA experience led the way as Nando De Colo had 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, Joffrey Lauvergne had 12 points and 9 rebounds, Evan Fournier had 12 points and 6 rebounds, and Nicolas Batum had 10 points. Ersan Ilyasova had 14 points and 10 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-64-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-62-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-61-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-63-A-1.html

Here Sunday's Eurobasket schedule (all games on ESPN3, all times EDT):
Croatia vs Czech Republic, 6:00am
Serbia vs Finland, 8:30am
Israel vs Italy, 12:30pm
Lithuania vs Georgia, 3:00pm

Canada bounced back from their qualifying failure by sending the fans home unhappy as they nearly gave away the third place game, but ended up edging Mexico 87-86. The NBA contingent recovered as Andrew Nicholson had 20 points, Andrew Wiggins had 18 points, Cory Joseph had 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 8 assists, and Kelly Olynyk had 10 points and 11 rebounds with ex-Baylor player Brady Heslip finishing a strong tournament with 12 points. In the loss, ex-Grand Canyon player Marco Ramos had 19 points, Gustavo Ayon finished his strong tournament with 16 points and 19 rebounds, ex-Texas Pan-American player Paul Stoll had 16 points and 10 assists, and ex-Montana State player Adrian Zamora and ex-Fresno State player Hector Hernandez had 11 points each.
Boxscore:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=39&n=A&r=11850

Argentina jumped out to an early lead in the final, but Venezuela jumped back in the game and completed a second upset by hanging on to a 76-71 win. Ex-USF player John Cox had 14 points in the win. The old guard did not get enough help as Andres Nocioni had 21 points and 8 rebounds and Luis Scola had 14 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.americas2015.com/en/box.asp?g=40&n=A&r=11850

[awhom111]

The other set of Eurobasket Round of 16 games were played today. The Czech Republic started the day by shocking Croatia 80-59. In the win, ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 20 points and 13 rebounds, naturalized ex-Loyola (Ill) player Blake Schilb had 12 points, and former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 10 points and 11 assists. In the loss, Bojan Bogdanovic had 12 points, incoming NBA player Mario Hezonja had 10 points and 9 rebounds, and ex-NBA player Roko Ukic had 10 points. Serbia beat Finland 94-81. In the win, ex-NBA player Miroslav Raduljica had 27 points, incoming NBA player Nemanja Bjelica had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and former draft pick Bogdan Bogdanovic had 10 points. In the loss, naturalized ex-Albany player Jamar Wilson had 15 points, ex-Florida player Erik Murphy had 12 points and 8 rebounds, and former draft pick Petteri Koponen had 11 points. Italy eased past Israel 82-52. In the win, former draft pick Alessandro Gentile had 27 points and Marco Belinelli had 14 points. In the loss, ex-NBA player Gal Mekel had 20 points and former draft pick Lior Eliyahu had 12 points. Lithuania trailed Georgia for most of the game before coming back to win 85-81. In the loss, Zaza Pachulia had 23 points and 7 rebounds, brief JC player and former draft pick Viktor Sanikidze had 14 points and 7 rebounds, naturalized ex-Kansas State player Jacob Pullen had 12 points, and ex-NBA player Tornike Shengalia had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-66-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-65-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-67-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11661-68-A-1.html

Quarterfinals (played Tuesday and Wednesday):
Spain vs Greece
France vs Latvia
Serbia vs Czech Republic
Italy vs Lithuania

[awhom111]

ESPN3 Eurobasket Tuesday Schedule (all times EDT):
Spain vs Greece, 12:30pm
France vs Latvia, 3:00pm

[awhom111]

It was the start of the quarterfinals in Eurobasket as winning teams moved closer to Olympic dreams and losers knew they would need another win to keep hopes alive for next summer.

Spain and Greece was considered the pick of the games and the two teams did not disappoint as Spain held on to a 73-71 win. The Chicago Bulls duo led the way again as Pau Gasol had 27 points and 9 rebounds and Nikola Mirotic had 18 points with another player with NBA experience in Sergio Rodriguez adding 10 points. Greece got solid contributions from their players with NBA experience as well as Nick Calathes had 14 points and 7 assists, Giannis Antetokounmpo had 12 points and 17 rebounds, and Vassilis Spanoulis had 10 points as the man with the draft rights trade record Georgios Printezis added 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11662-69-A-1.html

The hosts packed Lille again as they beat Latvia 84-70. Their contingent with NBA experience had solid contributions as Tony Parker had 18 points and 6 assists, Boris Diaw had 14 points, Rudy Gobert had 13 points and 6 rebounds, Nando De Colo had 11 points and 7 rebounds, and Joffrey Lauvergne had 10 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11662-70-A-1.html

ESPN3 Eurobasket Wednesday Schedule (all times EDT):
Serbia vs Czech Republic, 12:30pm
Italy vs Lithuania, 3:00pm

[awhom111]

The rest of the quarterfinals at Eurobasket were played as Serbia stayed undefeated by beating the Czech Republic 89-75. In the win, ex-NBA player Miroslav Raduljica had 16 points and incoming NBA player Nemanja Bjelica had 14 points and 10 rebounds. In the loss, ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 23 points and 10 rebounds, former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 20 points, and naturalized ex-Loyola (Ill) player Blake Schilb had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11662-71-A-1.html

The other game went into overtime, where Lithuania prevailed 95-85 over Italy. Jonas Valanciunas led the way in the win with 26 points and 15 rebounds. In the loss, the NBA trio did a lot of damage as Andrea Bargnani had 21 points, Marco Belinelli had 18 points, and Danilo Gallinari had 17 points and 6 rebounds with former draft pick Alessandro Gentile adding 12 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11662-72-A-1.html

Semifinals (winners qualify to Olympics):
Spain vs France
Serbia vs Lithuania

5th-8th Place (winners advance to final qualifying tournament):
Greece vs Latvia
Czech Republic vs Italy

ESPN3 Eurobasket Thursday Schedule (all times EDT):
Greece vs Latvia, 10:00am
Czech Republic vs Italy, 12:30pm
Spain vs France, 3:00pm

It was also the start of the COCABA Championship in San Jose, Costa Rica. This is the competition that qualifies Central American teams for next summer's Centrobasket tournament that will then determine qualification to the 2017 FIBA Americas Championship. Belize did not end up joining in, so they are down to seven teams, giving Panama a Group B bye.

Group B started the day as Nicaragua beat El Salvador 75-66 with a strong second half. In the loss, ex-New Hampshire player James Valladares had 18 points and 10 rebounds and ex-DII player Ronnie Aguilar had 16 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM

Mexico, which is not using the same team or coach as they did in the recent FIBA Americas tournament, came back to beat Honduras 82-77 in Group A. A pair of brothers, from the Banegas-Flores family led the way in the loss although they are listed under different surnames. Christopher, who went to NJIT, had 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists and Marco, who just finished at UMass-Lowell, had 17 points. The hosts ended the day by easing past Guatemala 85-59. In the win, ex-Jackson State player Kay Martinez had 24 points and Marcos Castrillo, who just finished his DII career, had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=2&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM

The plan is to have full rosters tomorrow assuming they get confirmed at some point.

[awhom111]

At Eurobasket, teams tried to win their classification game to avoid the dreaded extra 7th place game that would be the final chance at a spot in the final Olympic qualifying tournament next summer. Greece shook off a slow start to win in a wild 97-90 game against Latvia. Vassilis Spanoulis had 16 points while other players with more recent NBA experience also contributed as Giannis Antetokounmpo had 15 points and 7 rebounds and Nick Calathes had 15 points. Italy then beat the Czech Republic 85-70 to also secure themselves more basketball next summer. The NBA trio led the way as Andrea Bargnani had 21 points, Danilo Gallinari had 15 points and 8 rebounds, and Marco Belinelli had 12 points and 7 rebounds with former draft pick Alessandro Gentile adding 15 points. In the loss, ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 26 points and 12 rebounds and former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 12 points and 6 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11663-73-A-1.html
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11663-74-A-1.html

The last game of the day was the main attraction as another France and Spain battle would determine the first team in Europe to qualify for the Olympics directly. The game was every bit as exciting as advertised as it went into overtime before Spain silenced the hosts and 26,922 spectators 80-75. Pau Gasol was unstoppable again with 40 points and 11 rebounds as another player with NBA experience in Sergio Rodriguez helped out with 15 points. France's contingent with NBA experience led the way as Nicolas Batum had 14 points and 7 rebounds, Nando De Colo had 14 points, Joffrey Lauvergne had 11 points, Tony Parker had 10 points and 6 assists, and Mickael Gelabale had 10 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11664-75-A-1.html

ESPN3 Eurobasket Thursday Schedule (all times EDT):
Latvia vs Czech Republic, 12:30pm (winner qualifies for final qualifying tournament)
Serbia vs Lithuania, 3:00pm (winner qualifies for Olympics)

The COCABA Championship continued with the lone Group B game opening the day. Panama used a chunk of its squad from the FIBA Americas Championship and opened its tournament with an 88-63 win over Nicaragua. In the win, ex-Southern Miss player Josimar Ayarza had 25 points and 6 rebounds and ex-Abilene Christian player Jonathan King had 11 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM

In Group A, Mexico beat Guatemala 89-64. In the win, former California high schooler Jose Estrada had 12 points and ex-DII player Jesus Lopez had 11 points and 6 rebounds. The hosts closed the day by beating Honduras 65-54. Ex-Jackson State player Kay Martinez had 29 points for Costa Rica. In the loss, ex-NJIT player Christopher Flores had 13 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=4&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM

The rosters to the best of my ability:

Costa Rica:
Luis Conejo
Cristian Chavarria, Barva (Costa Rica)
Andres Umana
Alonso Sanchez, Ezcazu (Costa Rica)
Daniel Simmons, ARBA (Costa Rica)
George Letford
Carlos Quesada, Barva (Costa Rica)
Jaythelv Davis
Kay Martinez, ARBA (Costa Rica), Jackson State
Rohel Wilson, Barva (Costa Rica)
Marcos Castrillo, Western New Mexico (DII)
Jefny Anderson, ARBA (Costa Rica), Southern

Guatemala:
David Monterroso
Vinicio Enriquez
Pablo Cano, Elite (Guatemala)
Bernie Diaz, Elite (Guatemala)
Miguel Gonzalez, Peten Jaguares (Guatemala)
Alejandro Carrillo, Universidad San Carlos (Guatemala)
David Goddard
Jose Zuniga
Oscar Salguero, Barberena (Guatemala)
Enrique Samayoa, D-Team (Guatemala)
Jose Alberto Zuniga
Juan Rosales, Elite (Guatemala)

Honduras:
Persley Marin, Nacional de Ingenieros (Honduras)
Marco Banegas, UMass-Lowell
Alex Alfaro, Icevic (Honduras)
Alvin Cacho, San Marcos (El Salvador)
Jorge Pomare, Icevic (Honduras)
Cesar Estlign, Policia Nacional (Honduras)
Pedro Salazar, San Miguel (El Salvador)
Christopher Flores, Leipzig (Germany), NJIT
Mario Alcerro, Icevic (Honduras)
Omar Cacho, Icevic (Honduras)
Felipe Ruiz, Policia Nacional (Honduras)
Alexander Rubin, club unknown, Williams (DIII)

Mexico:
Jose Estrada, Mexicali Soles (Mexico), Cantwell-Sacred Heart (California)
Christopher Duran, Universidad Intercontinental Gansos Salvajes (Mexico)
Jesus Villalobos, Aguascalientes Panteras (Mexico)/Culiacan Caballeros (Mexico)
Ivan Silva, Universidad Intercontinental Gansos Salvajes (Mexico)
Saul Torres, Quintana Roo Pioneros (Mexico)/Guaymas Ostioneros (Mexico)
Fabian Jaimes, Universidad de las Americas Puebla (Mexico)
Jesus Lopez, Quintana Roo Pioneros (Mexico)/Hermosillo Rayos (Mexico), Southwest Baptist (DII)
Jesus Gonzalez, Veracruz Halcones Rojos (Mexico)
Hugo Carrillo, Los Mochis Pioneros (Mexico)
Gerardo Gonzalez, Universidad Intercontinental Gansos Salvajes (Mexico)
Fernando Benitez, Veracruz Halcones Rojos (Mexico)/Guaymas Ostioneros (Mexico)
Karim Malpica, Fuerza Lagunera Jefes (Mexico)

El Salvador:
Alejandro Arias, Centro Educativo Denver (El Salvador)
Salvador Bandek, San Marcos (El Salvador)
Leonardo Hernandez
Ronnie Aguilar, club unknown, Cal State Dominguez Hills (DII)
Rene Palma, Exsal Santa Tecla (El Salvador)
Rudy Martinez, Roll Royce (El Salvador)
Emilio Abullarade, Exsal Santa Tecla (El Salvador)
Kevin Mejia, Roll Royce (El Salvador)
Carlos Arias, San Marcos (El Salvador)
James Valladares, club unknown, New Hampshire
Luis Portal, Centro Educativo Denver (El Salvador)
Mario Flores, Exsal Santa Tecla (El Salvador)

Nicaragua:
Lee Saravia, Astros Rexona (Nicaragua)
Giovanny Umana, Leones Alcaldia (Nicaragua)
Bartel Lopez, Barva (Costa Rica)
Romario Ponce, Astros Rexona (Nicaragua)
Carlos Gonzalez, Leones Alcaldia (Nicaragua)
Reynaldo Cruz, Bonanza Guiriseros (Nicaragua)
Roger Munoz, Leones Alcaldia (Nicaragua)
Vansdell Thomas, Leones Alcaldia (Nicaragua)
Einner Morales
Franklin Omeir
Daniel Tenorio,Universidad Iberoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnologia Panteras (Nicaragua)
Denzell Moody, Astros Rexona (Nicaragua)

Panama:
Joel Munoz, Leones Alcaldia (Nicaragua)
Trevor Gaskins, Cojutepeque (El Salvador), Abilene Christian
Bryan Waithe
Jonathan King, Cojutepeque (El Salvador), Abilene Christian
Alejandro Grant
Josimar Ayarza, Culiacan Caballeros (Mexico), Southern Miss
Carlos Johnson, club unknown, West Coast Baptist (NCCAA)
Jossymar Brown
Miguel Gotti, club unknown, Mineral Area (JC)
Jose Lloreda, Manati Athenians (Puerto Rico), LSU
Ruben Garces, Malvin (Uruguay), Providence and NBA (2000-2001)

[awhom111]

The first thing to be decided at Eurobasket was the team that would take the last automatic spot in the final Olympic qualifying tournament. The Czech Republic breezed past Latvia 97-70. In the win, ex-NBA player Jan Vesely had 24 points and 6 rebounds, former draft pick Tomas Satoransky had 16 points, and ex-Seton Hall player Patrik Auda had 13 points. Former last pick of the draft Janis Timma had 11 points and 6 rebounds in the loss. Latvia can still qualify for next summer if one of the European teams that has already qualified gets chosen as a host.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11926-79-A-1.html

Lithuania held off several charges from Serbia in the second semifinal to win 67-64 and take the other automatic Olympic berth, preserving its tradition since independence. Jonas Valanciunas led the way with 15 points in the win and former draft pick Renaldas Seibutis had 13 points. In the loss, incoming and outgoing Minnesota Timberwolves players each had 10 points in the form of Nemanja Bjelica and Miroslav Raduljica.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11664-76-A-1.html

It was the last day of the group stage at the COCABA Championships. Panama fended off El Salvador 76-73 to complete Group B play. In the win, ex-Louisiana Tech player Trevor Gaskins had 22 points and ex-Southern Miss player Josimar Ayarza had 21 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Ronnie Aguilar had 20 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM
Standings: Panama 2-0, Nicaragua 1-1, El Salvador

In Group A, Honduras beat Guatemala 95-56. The brothers Banegas-Flores did the damage as ex-NJIT player Christopher had 30 points and Marco, who just finished at UMass-Lowell had 12 points and 6 rebounds. The hosts stunned Mexico 63-61 as Costa Rica was still the underdogs against Mexico's B team. In the win, ex-Jackson State player Kay Martinez had 29 points. Ex-DII player Jesus Lopez had 12 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=6&r=11886&t=QXBYAUQBPM
Standings: Costa Rica 3-0, Mexico 2-1, Honduras 1-2, Guatemala 0-3

Semifinals:
Costa Rica vs Nicaragua
Panama vs Mexico

The other three teams will play classification games in the absence of Belize

[awhom111]

The day at the COCABA Championship started in the classification round, where El Salvador beat Guatemala 84-76. In the win, ex-New Hampshire player James Valladares had 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=13&n=A&r=11887&t=QXBYAUQBPM

The semifinals were next starting with a wild game that went two overtimes before Panama beat Mexico 110-105 as neither team brought a full strength squad. In the win, ex-Louisiana Tech player Trevor Gaskins had 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists, ex-Southern Miss player Josimar Ayarza had 20 points, ex-Abilene Christian player Jonathan King had 16 points and 9 rebounds, ancient ex-Providence player Ruben Garces had 15 points and 11 rebounds, and ex-LSU player Jose Lloreda had 13 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Jesus Lopez had 23 points. With the preceding game taking so long, the other two teams did not get into much of a rhythm as Costa Rica did beat Nicaragua 51-43 in front of the home fans.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=16&n=A&r=11888&t=QXBYAUQBPM
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=15&n=A&r=11888&t=QXBYAUQBPM

Final Day Schedule:
5th Place: Honduras vs El Salvador
3rd Place: Nicaragua vs Mexico
1st Place: Costa Rica vs Panama

Sunday's Eurobasket Schedule:
Third Place: France vs Serbia, 8:00am EDT, ESPN3
Championship: Spain vs Lithuania, 1:00pm EDT, ESPN2

[awhom111]

Eurobasket action started with the third place game, where France at least got another win in front of the home fans by beating Serbia 81-68. Their contingent with NBA experience continued to carry them as Nando De Colo had 20 points, Rudy Gobert had 15 points and 14 rebounds, Evan Fournier had 15 points, and Tony Parker had 13 points. In the loss, former draft pick Bogdan Bogdanovic had 14 points, incoming NBA player Nemanja Bjelica had 12 points and 6 rebounds, and ex-NBA player Miroslav Raduljica had 11 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11665-77-A-1.html

An over capacity crowd watched the final as Spain jumped on Lithuania early and rolled to the championship with an 80-63 win. Pau Gasol completed his masterful tournament performance with 25 points and 12 rebounds and former draft pick Sergio Llull had 12 points and 6 rebounds and ex-NBA player Rudy Fernandez had 11 points. In the loss, former draft pick Renaldas Seibutis had 13 points and Jonas Valanciunas had 10 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11666-78-A-1.html

It was the final day of games at the COCABA Championship. Honduras beat El Salvador 65-46 for fifth place. The Banegas-Flores led the way as ex-NJIT player Christopher had 19 points and Marco, who just finished at UMass-Lowell, had 14 points and 6 rebounds. In the loss, ex-New Hampshire player James Valladares had 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=15&n=A&r=11889&t=QXBYAUQBPM

Nicaragua beat Mexico 75-71 for third place. In the loss, ex-DII player Jesus Lopez had 12 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=19&n=A&r=11889&t=QXBYAUQBPM

Panama disappointed the home fans in the final by beating Costa Rica 74-46. In the win, ex-Louisiana Tech player Trevor Gaskins had 24 points and 8 rebounds, ex-Providence player Ruben Garces had 16 points and 9 rebounds, ex-LSU player Jose Lloreda had 13 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=20&n=A&r=11889&t=QXBYAUQBPM

Final Standings:
Panama
Costa Rica
Nicaragua
Mexico
Honduras
El Salvador
Guatemala
Belize (did not compete)

[Troublemaker]

An over capacity crowd watched the final as Spain jumped on Lithuania early and rolled to the championship with an 80-63 win. Pau Gasol completed his masterful tournament performance with 25 points and 12 rebounds and former draft pick Sergio Llull had 12 points and 6 rebounds and ex-NBA player Rudy Fernandez had 11 points. In the loss, former draft pick Renaldas Seibutis had 13 points and Jonas Valanciunas had 10 points and 9 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoANOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_ 9322.gameID_11666-78-A-1.html


Still the USA's biggest threat next year in Rio, imo.

Thanks for your coverage as always, awhom!

[Billy Dat]

Still the USA's biggest threat next year in Rio, imo.

Thanks for your coverage as always, awhom!

Agree, Spain was missing a ton of guys in this tournament (Marc Gasol, Serge Ibaka, etc.) and still won.

Assuming they qualify, I think France is still really scary. They could have beaten Spain in that semi, and if they get Noah back for the Olympics, they'd potentially be trotting out Tony Parker, Rudy Gobert, Nic Batum, Boris Diaw, Evan Fournier, et al.

[awhom111]

Agree, Spain was missing a ton of guys in this tournament (Marc Gasol, Serge Ibaka, etc.) and still won.

Assuming they qualify, I think France is still really scary. They could have beaten Spain in that semi, and if they get Noah back for the Olympics, they'd potentially be trotting out Tony Parker, Rudy Gobert, Nic Batum, Boris Diaw, Evan Fournier, et al.

It will be interesting to see what Spain does next summer in terms of adding back their missing players. It is unclear where the Scariolo/Ibaka relationship is right now, but Mirotic is a solid option even though he does not help the defensive situation. Their historical starting backcourt of Calderon and Navarro could want in and who knows what shape Ricky Rubio might be in by that time. Having Marc Gasol back will obviously help.

Noah has barely ever involved for France, so maybe counting on him is not a great idea. The frontcourt is obviously a strength of the team with the emergence of Lauvergne and Gobert. Ajinca should be back and perhaps Mahinmi. Seraphin is another player who historically finds excuses to not show up each summer. Their key question is age, especially if Parker hits a tough part of age related decline or if Diaw stays out of shape. A change of scenery could get Batum back to his best. Heurtel may have burned his bridges with the way he handled this summer, so they may rely on the return of Diot to back up Parker and De Colo as primary ball handler. Westermann may never get back to where people thought that he could be before his injury and then you are getting to players who probably are not good enough at this level, like Albicy, whose pass first game I do like.

[awhom111]

We enter a period of multiple competitions with timezones that have the early games taking place at night in the United States. I will keep the updates lumped together by the local calendar day on which they occur.

The rest of the Olympic picture is about to be clarified as the FIBA Asia Championship started in Changsha in the Hunan province of China on Wednesday. The winner qualifies automatically with at least three other teams getting another chance next summer.

In Group A, defending champions Iran eased past Japan 86-48. India then beat Malaysia 102-73.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Iran-Japan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Malaysia-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Hong Kong beat Kuwait 87-50. Duncan Reid, who went through Canada's collegiate system, had 13 points and 13 rebounds in the win. Palestine, which has a strong starting lineup, but a weaker bench, used their stars in a stunning comeback for a 75-73 win over the Philippines. In the win, ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala had 26 points and 15 rebounds and ex-Central Arkansas player Imad Qahwash had 17 points. Andray Blatche, by far the best naturalized player that any team has at its disposal, had 21 points and 12 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Kuwait-Hong-Kong#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Philippines-Palestine#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group C, South Korea beat Jordan 87-60. The hosts beat Singapore 91-42 as Yi Jianlian, one of a handful of players in the tournament with NBA experience, had 12 points and 8 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Korea-Jordan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Singapore-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group D, Lebanon made their return to international play by holding off Taiwan 92-87 in a wild affair. In the win, ex-Rice player Ahmed Ibrahim had 23 points and ex-DII player Ali Haidar and naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 18 points each. In the loss, naturalized ex-Tulane player Quincy Davis had 23 points and 6 rebounds. An even wilder game took place in the other game as teams refused to let the day end with Qatar coming back and then finally prevailing in overtime 79-75 over Kazakhstan. The battle of the naturalized players mirrored the result as ex-Jackson State player Trey Johnson had 31 points and 14 rebounds while ex-Rider player Jerry Johnson could only counter with 26 points and 7 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Chinese-Taipei-Lebanon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2309/Qatar-Kazakhstan#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the rosters to the best of my abilities:

India:
Vinay Kaushik, Income Tax (India)
Rajesh Uppar, Vijaya Bank (India)
Siddhant Shinde, Customs (India)
Vishesh Bhriguvanshi, OGNC (India)
Amritpal Singh, OGNC (India)
Vikas Kumar, Haryana Police (India)
Yadwinder Singh, OGNC (India)
Arvind Arumugam, Vijaya Bank (India)
Amyjot Singh, Chandigarh (India)
Akilan Pari, Income Tax (India)
Akashdeep Hazra, Indian Railways (India)
Gurvinder Singh, Punjab (India)

Iran:
Sajjad Mashayekhi, Mahram (Iran)
Behnam Yakhchali Dehkordi, Petrochimi (Iran)
Javad Davari, Azad University (Iran)
Mahdi Kamrani, Tongxi (China)
Saeid Davarpanah, Mahram (Iran)
Mohammad Hassanzadeh, Azad University (Iran)
Hamed Afagh, Petrochimi (Iran)
Oshin Sahakian, Mahram (Iran)
Asghar Kardoust, Naft (Iran)
Mohammad Jamshidi, Petrochimi (Iran)
Samad Nikkah Bahrami, Petrochimi (Iran)
Hamed Haddadi, Qingdao (China)/Mahram (Iran), NBA (2008-2013)

Japan:
Yuta Tabuse, Brex (Japan), BYU-Hawaii and NBA (2004-2005)
Makoto Hiejima, Seahorses (Japan)
Atsuya Ota, Phoenix (Japan)
Ryoma Hashimoto, Seahorses (Japan)
Joji Takeuchi, Sunrockers (Japan)
Keijuro Matsui, Alvark (Japan), Columbia
Gaku Arao, Jets (Japan)
Daiki Tanaka, Alvark (Japan)
Takatoshi Furukawa, Tochigi (Japan)
Ryumo Ono, Jets (Japan)
Kenta Hirose, Sunrockers (Japan)

Malaysia (given names first):
Wen Keong Tong, Malaysia Dragons (ASEAN)/Perak (Malaysia)
Chee Huei Liaw, Sarawak (Malaysia)
Eng Heng Soo, Bintulu (Malaysia)
Wei Hong Choo, Bintulu (Malaysia)
Liang Chuan Yek, Perak (Malaysia)
Yoong Jing Kwaan, Malaysia Dragons (ASEAN)/Melaka (Malaysia)
Kok Hou Teo, Perak (Malaysia)
Chee Kheun Ma, Bintulu (Malaysia)
Lok Seng Mak, Perak (Malaysia)
William Soon, Bintulu (Malaysia)
Ivan Yeo, Bintulu (Malaysia)
Tian Yuan Kuek, Malaysia Dragons (ASEAN)/Melaka (Malaysia)

Hong Kong (given names first):
Sheung Ying So, Fukien (Hong Kong)
Hoi To Lau, Easter (Hong Kong)
Wai Kong Au-Yeung, Fukien (Hong Kong)
Ki Lee, Easter (Hong Kong)
Siu Wing Chan, Easter (Hong Kong)
Shiu Wah Leung, South China (Hong Kong)
Adam Xu, Winling (Hong Kong), NYU (DIII)
Kam Hing Cheng, Eastern (Hong Kong)
Ho Chun Lin, South China (Hong Kong)
Chun Wai Wong, Winling (Hong Kong)
Duncan Reid, South China (Hong Kong), Guelph (CIS)
Wai Kit Szeto, Fukien (Hong Kong)

Kuwait:
Yousiff Borhamah, Al Arabi (Kuwait)
Mashari Abu Dhom, Al Qadsia (Kuwait)
Hamad Hasan, Al Kuwait (Kuwait)
Abdulaziz Alhamidi, Al Qadsia (Kuwait)
Mashari Alshammari, Al Jahra (Kuwait)
Mohammad Marzouq, Al Shabab (Kuwait)
Naser Alzafiri, Al Qadsia (Kuwait)
Abdulrahman Alshammari, Al Qadsia (Kuwait)
Abdulrahman Aljumah, Al Kuwait (Kuwait)
Abdullah Alsaeid, Al Kuwait (Kuwait)

Palestine:
Ahmed Haroon, Guelph (CIS)
Shadi Khatib
Jamal Abu Shamala, club unknown, Minnesota
Ahmed Younis, Hitten (Palestine)
Jehad Yaghmour, De La Salle (Palestine)
Amin Salman, Orthodox (Palestine)
Imad Qahwash, Samen (Iran), Central Arkansas
Enar Odeh, Birziet (Palestine)
Sami Owda, Ebal (Palestine)
Sani Sakakini, Seriyet (Palestine)
Hamza Yousef
Salim Sakakini, De La Salle (Palestine)

Philippines:
Andray Blatche, Xinjiang (China), South Kent (Connecticut) and NBA (2005-2014)
Gabe Norwood, Rain or Shine Elasto Painters (Philippines), George Mason
Jayson Castro, Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters (Philippines)
Calvin Abueva, Alaska Aces (Philippines)
JC Intal, Barako Bull Energy (Philippines)
Terrence Romeo, GlobalPort Batang Pier (Philippines)
Marc Pingris, Purefoods Star Hotshots (Philippines)
Matt Rosser, Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters (Philippines), Cal Poly Pomona (DII)
Sonny Thoss, Alaska Aces (Philippines)
Dondon Hontiveros, Alaska Aces (Philippines)
Ranidel De Ocampo, Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters (Philippines)
Asi Taulava, NLEX Road Warriors (Philippines), BYU-Hawaii (DII)

China (family name first):
Zhao Jiwei, Liaoning (China)
Liu Wei, Xinjiang (China)
Guo Ailun, Liaoning (China)
Zhao Tailong, Fujian (China)
Ding Yanyuhang, Shandong (China)
Zhai Xiaochuan, Beijing (China)
Zhou Peng, Guangdong (China)
Yi Jianlian, Guangdong (China), NBA (2007-2012)
Li Gen, Beijing (China)
Li Muhao, Dongguan (China)
Wang Zhelin, Fujian (China)
Zhou Qi, Xinjiang (China)

Jordan:
Mahmoud Abdeen
Malek Kanaan, Orthodox (Jordan), West Valley (JC)
Alex Legion, Trapani (Italy), Florida International
Ahmad Alhamarsheh
Hani Alfaraj, Al Ittihad (Jordan)
Sam Daghles, Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters (Philippines), Midwestern State (DII)
Mohammad Hussein
Ahmad Mahmoud Obeid
Zaid Abbas, Shanxi (China)
Mousa Alawadi, Orthodox (Jordan)
Wesam Al-Sous
Ali Jamal Zaghab, Al Riyadi (Jordan)

Singapore (given names first):
Shi Yang Ng, Singapore Armed Forces (Singapore)
Desmond Oh, Singapore Slingers (ASEAN)/Hornets (Singapore)
Mingrong Jabez Su, Tong Whye (Singapore)
Wei Long Wong, Singapore Slingers (ASEAN)/Adroit (Singapore)
Qing Huang Toh
John Ng, Malaysia Dragons (ASEAN)/Home United (Singapore)
Leon Kwek, Adroit (Singapore)
Shengyu Lim, Siglap (Singapore)
Hanbin Ng, Singapore Slingers (ASEAN)/Adroit (Singapore)
Kelvin Lim, Hornets (Singapore)
Delvin Goh, Singapore Slingers (ASEAN)/Sin Kee (Singapore)
Chin Hong Tan, Singapore Slingers (ASEAN)/Hornets (Singapore)

South Korea (family name first when applicable):
Kim Tae-Sul, Jeonju (South Korea)
Lee Jung-Hyun, Anyang (South Korea)
Moon Seong-Gon, Korea University (South Korea)
Choi Jun-Yong, Yonsei University (South Korea)
Yang Dong-Geun, Ulsan (South Korea)
Park Chan-Hee, Anyang (South Korea)
Cho Sung-Min, Busan (South Korea)
Kang Sang-Jae, Korea University (South Korea)
Kim Jong-Kyu, Changwon (South Korea)
Gregory Stevenson aka Moon Tae-Young, Ulsan (South Korea), Richmond
Lee Jong-Hyun, Korea University (South Korea)
Lee Seoung-Hyun, Goyang (South Korea)

Kazakhstan:
Timur Sultanov, Astana (Kazakhstan)
Jerry Johnson, Astana (Kazakhstan), Rider
Rustam Murzagaliyev, Astana (Kazakhstan)
Maxim Marchuk, Astana (Kazakhstan)
Maxim Smirnov, Kaspy Aktau (Kazakhstan)
Anatoliy Kolesnikov, Astana (Kazakhstan), Nicholls State
Pavel Ilin, Astana (Kazakhstan)
Anton Ponomarev, Astana (Kazakhstan)
Dmitriy Klimov, Astana (Kazakhstan)
Rustam Yargaliyev, Astana (Kazakhstan)
Dmitriy Gavrilov, Kapshagay (Kazakhstan)
Alexandr Zhigulin, Huesca (Spain)

Lebanon:
Jean Abd El Nour, Al Riyadi (Lebanon)
Amir Saoud, Al Riyadi (Lebanon)
Ali Haidar, Sencur (Slovenia), Michigan Tech (DII)
Wael Arakji, Al Riyadi (Lebanon)
Joseph Aby Kheres, Byblos (Lebanon)
Ahmad Ibrahim, Al Riyadi (Lebanon), Rice
Nadim Souaid, Champville (Lebanon)
Rodrigue Akl, Sagesse (Lebanon)
Charles Tabet, Al Muttahed (Lebanon), South Alabama
Bassel Bawji, Al Riyadi (Lebanon), Tulsa
Jay Youngblood, Byblos (Lebanon), Kent State
Omar El Ayoubi, Byblos (Lebanon)

Qatar:
Abdelrahman Yehia Abdelhaleem, Al Rayyan (Qatar)
Trey Johnson, Sunrockers (Japan), Jackson State and NBA (2008-2012)
Saad Abdelrahman Ali, Al Sadd (Qatar)
Daoud Mousa Daoud, Al Sadd (Qatar)
Khalid Suliman Abdi, Al Sadd (Qatar)
Mohamed Hassan Mohamed, Al Rayyan (Qatar)
Abdulrahman Mohamed Saad, Al Gharafa (Qatar)
Ali Saeed Erfan, Al Sadd (Qatar)
Mohammed Saleem Abdulla, Al Rayyan (Qatar)
Mohd Mohamed, Al Jaysh Army (Qatar)
Abduallah Shaher Matalkeh, Al Rayyan (Qatar)
Khalid Abdalla Adam, Al Gharafa (Qatar)

Taiwan (family name first when applicable):
Tien Lei, Dacin Tigers (Taiwan)
Liu Cheng, Taiwan Beer (Taiwan)
Chen Shih-Chieh, Pure Youth Construction (Taiwan)
Chen Shih-Nien, Shandong (China)
Lu Cheng-Ju, Yulon Dinos (Taiwan)
Tsai Wen-Cheng, Pure Youth Construction (Taiwan)
Quincy Davis, Pure Youth Construction (Taiwan), Tulane
Hung Chih-Shan, Shanxi (China)
Lin Chih-Chieh, Guangsha (China)
Wu Tai-Hao, Taiwan Mobile (Taiwan), BYU-Hawaii (DII)
Chen Shun-Hsiang, Bank of Taiwan (Taiwan)
Tseng Wen-Ting, Shanghai (China)

Wednesday was also the start of the COCABA Women's Championship in Cartago, Costa Rica. The teams there are trying to qualify for the 2016 Centrobasket tournament, which will determine qualifiers to the 2017 FIBA Americas Championship, which will then be used to determine the teams headed to Spain for the 2018 Women's Basketball World Cup.

In Group B, Mexico opened the day by beating Nicaragua 87-39. In the win, ex-Oklahoma State player Brisa Silva had 11 points and 7 assists. Next, Guatemala beat Panama 85-74. In the loss, Anneth Him-Lazarenko, who went through the college system in Canada, had 19 points and 10 rebounds, Shayra Brown, who just finished her career at Boston College, had 14 points and 9 rebounds, and ex-NAIA player Nancy Pierre had 10 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=1&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=2&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI

Group A only has three teams, so Honduras did not play on the first day. The hosts closed the day against El Salvador, winning 73-68. In the loss, ex-UC Irvine player Vanessa Aguilar had 21 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=1&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI

Rosters will come tomorrow, although they will probably mostly be a list of players since the organization level of women's basketball leagues in Central America is not the greatest and FIBA Americas is not really helping out in that regard.

[Billy Dat]

It will be interesting to see what Spain does next summer in terms of adding back their missing players. It is unclear where the Scariolo/Ibaka relationship is right now, but Mirotic is a solid option even though he does not help the defensive situation. Their historical starting backcourt of Calderon and Navarro could want in and who knows what shape Ricky Rubio might be in by that time. Having Marc Gasol back will obviously help.

Noah has barely ever involved for France, so maybe counting on him is not a great idea. The frontcourt is obviously a strength of the team with the emergence of Lauvergne and Gobert. Ajinca should be back and perhaps Mahinmi. Seraphin is another player who historically finds excuses to not show up each summer. Their key question is age, especially if Parker hits a tough part of age related decline or if Diaw stays out of shape. A change of scenery could get Batum back to his best. Heurtel may have burned his bridges with the way he handled this summer, so they may rely on the return of Diot to back up Parker and De Colo as primary ball handler. Westermann may never get back to where people thought that he could be before his injury and then you are getting to players who probably are not good enough at this level, like Albicy, whose pass first game I do like.

awhom111, I defer to your expertise. I think the wild card is the fact that it is the Olympics, will more players, like Noah, want to participate because of the scope of the overall event? Interesting tidbit about tension between Ibaka and Coach Scariolo, Serge always felt a little bolted-on to that team, anyway. I'd love to watch Navarro again, I think he patented the Runner 3-Pointer.

[awhom111]

It was the second day of the FIBA Asia Championships on Thursday.

In Group A, Iran beat India 88-66 as their ex-NBA player Hamed Haddadi had 11 points. Japan dismantled Malaysia 119-48 as ex-Columbia player Keijuro Matsui had 25 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Iran-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Japan-Malaysia#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, the Philippines bounced back by beating Hong Kong 101-50 with 17 points and 8 rebounds from naturalized player Andray Blatche. Duncan Reid, who went through Canada's collegiate system, had 11 points in the loss. Palestine got another win by beating Kuwait 90-69. Their stars led the way again as ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala had 21 points and 6 rebounds, Canadian collegian Ahmed Haroon had 16 points, and ex-Central Arkansas player Imad Qahwash had 12 points and 8 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Philippines-Hong-Kong#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Palestine-Kuwait#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group C, hosts China had to comeback from an early deficit to beat South Korea 76-73. The return of an ex-NBA player in the form of Yi Jianlian helped them as they had 20 points and 11 rebounds. Jordan beat Singapore 98-68. Their naturalized player, ex-FIU player Alex Legion recovered from a poor opener to provide 19 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Korea-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Jordan-Singapore#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group D, Kazakhstan grabbed an early lead against Taiwan and held on to win 84-73. In the win, ex-Nicholls State player Anatoliy Kolesnikov had 17 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized ex-Rider player Jerry Johnson had 14 points and 8 assists. Naturalized ex-Tulane player Quincy Davis had 13 points and 8 rebounds in the loss. Qatar again decided that the day of basketball should not end yet as they needed two overtimes to upend Lebanon 105-100. In the win, naturalized ex-Jackson State player Trey Johnson had 31 points and 7 rebounds. In the loss, ex-DII player Ali Haidar had 24 points and 11 rebounds, naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 19 points, and ex-Rice player Ahmed Ibrahim had 13 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Chinese-Taipei-Kazakhstan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2409/Lebanon-Qatar#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Thursday was the start of the 2015 Afrobasket Women tournament, which is being held in Yaounde, Cameroon. Teams are fighting for one automatic Olympic bid and two spots in final qualifying tournament, although teams have given up those spots in the past. The tournament starts with the twelve teams split into two groups for round robin play.

In Group A, Gabon started the day by beating Uganda 70-39. Mali then squelched South Africa 69-27. The hosts then beat Mozambique 68-54. In the win, ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack had 12 points and 7 rebounds, former Louisiana-Monroe player Priscilla Mbiandja had 12 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Austin Peay player Nicole Jamen had 11 points, and ex-DII player Miesha Blackshear had 10 points. In the loss, ex-DII player Deo Ngulela had 19 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2409/Gabon-Uganda#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2409/South-Africa-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2409/Cameroon-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Group B was short a game due to issues with Guinea, forcing their game with Nigeria to be postponed to the rest day on Sunday, unless there are further issues. Egypt and Algeria did play with Egypt winning 96-55. The day ended with Angola grinding out an ugly 50-46 win over Senegal. In the loss, ex-Purdue player Aya Traore had 13 points and 10 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2409/Egypt-Algeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2409/Angola-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here are the rosters minus Guinea to the best of my ability:

Cameroon:
Miesha Blackshear, Dallas Diesel (WBCBL), Texas Permian Basin (DII)
Priscilla Mbiandja, club unknown, Louisiana-Monroe
Astride Gano, INJS Yaounde (Cameroon)
Amina Njonkou, Promete (Spain), Arizona
Marie-Ange Mfoula, Poinconnet (France)
Ramses Lonlack, Dallas Diesel (WBCBL), Memphis
Nicole Jamen, club unknown, Austin Peay
Sandrine Nzeukou, club unknown, UNLV
Sandrine Ayangma, INJS Yaounde (Cameroon)
Valerie Avebe, Adelantados (Spain), UMass
Achiri Ade, Texas A&M
Beatrice Bofia, club unknown, Arizona

Gabon:
Audrey Obone N'nang, Tama (Gabon)
Tania Angue, Somo B (Gabon)
Anne-Marie N'to, Galaxie (Gabon)
Cynthia Mouleka, Tama (Gabon)
Foxias Folake, Tama (Gabon)
Balandrina Anguiba, Tama (Gabon)
Joyce Tsoungui, Tama (Gabon)
Geraldine Robert, Villeneuve (France)
Grace Mbaikoua, La Tranche (France)
Marilyn Aboghe Pamba, Somo B (Gabon)
Andree Lauriane Mouele, Somo B (Gabon)
Macolombe Moussirou, Somo B (Gabon)

Mali:
Nassira Traore, Jemmel (Tunisia)
Aissata Maiga, Troy
Djeneba N'Diaye, Djoliba (Mali)
Fatoumata Bagayoko, Dakar Universite (Senegal)
Diana Gandega, Franconville (France)
Fatim Traore, Culoz (France)
Kankou Coulibaly, Sfax (Tunisia)
Ramata Diakite, St. Savine (France)
Naignouma Coulibaly, Miskolc (Hungary)
Meiya Tirera, Sfax (Tunisia)
Ouleymatou Coulibaly, Oklahoma City (NAIA)
Djenebou Sacko, Saint Louis (Senegal)

Mozambique:
Valerdina Manhonga, Costa do Sol (Mozambique)
Deolinda Ngulela, Costa do Sol (Mozambique), Augusta State (DII)
Ingvild Mucauro, Ferroviario (Mozambique)
Elizabeth Pereira, Costa do Sol (Mozambique)
Filomena Micato, Costa do Sol (Mozambique)
Iliana Ventura, Instituto Politecnica (Mozambique)
Isabel Mavamba, Instituto Politecnica (Mozambique)
Dionilde Cuamba
Vilma Covane, Ferroviario (Mozambique)
Ornelia Mutombene, Ferroviario (Mozambique)
Odelia Mafanela, Ferroviario (Mozambique)
Deolinda Gimo, Costa do Sol (Mozambique)

South Africa:
Modiegi Mokoka, Wits University (South Africa)
Veranique Samuels, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (South Africa)
Zanele Ndaba, Vaal University of Technology (South Africa)
Fortunate Bosega, Wits University (South Africa)
Takalani Mfamadi
Lungile Mtsweni, Galaxy (South Africa)
Ellen Mouthwalse, Soweto Raptors (South Africa)
Lindiwe Shabangu, Vaal University of Technology (South Africa)
Nosipho Njokweni, V&J (South Africa)
Philadelphia Khoabane, Qwaqwa Hawks (South Africa)
Sophy Ngobeni, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (South Africa)
Buyiswa Gwangwa, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (South Africa)

Uganda:
Flavia Oketcho, KCCA Leopards (Uganda)
Monica Siima, KCCA Leopards (Uganda)
Judith Nansobya, Uganda Christian University Canons (Uganda)
Sylivia Nakazibwe, A1 Challenge (Uganda)
Rebecca Akullo, KCCA Leopards (Uganda)
Moreen Amoding, A1 Challenge (Uganda)
Proscovia Peace, KCCA Leopards (Uganda)
Vicky Nassolo, A1 Challenge (Uganda)
Muhayimina Namuwaya, KCCA Leopards (Uganda)
Martha Soigi, KCCA Leopards (Uganda)

Algeria:
Semiya Boudjerima, Olympique Alger (Algeria)
Nesrine Taibi, Petroliers (Algeria)
Ikbal Chenaf, Petroliers (Algeria)
Nadia Isli, Petroliers (Algeria)
Soumeya Regani, Stade Marseille Universite (France)
Lina Mahsas, Poinconnet (France)
Lilia Refes, Petroliers (Algeria)
Sarah Nemmouchi, Rognac (France)
Nesrine Boussaid, Venelles (France)
Shahnez Boushaki, Petroliers (Algeria)
Soulef Necib, Olympique Alger (Algeria)
Lylia Tiemsani, Petroliers (Algeria)

Angola:
Fineza Eusebio, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Artemis Afonso, Olivais Coimbra (Portugal)
Felizarda Jorge, Interclube (Angola)
Maria Rosa Gala, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Isabel Francisco, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Marinela Muxiri, Quinta dos Lombos (Portugal)
Sonia Guadelupe, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Luisa Tomas, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Ana Goncalves, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Nacissela Mauricio, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola)
Nadir Manuel, Interclube (Angola)
Ngiendula Filipe, Interclube (Angola)

Egypt:
Soraia Deghady, Shooting (Egypt)
Nouralla Abdelalim, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Sara Masoud, Al Gezira (Egypt)
Reem Osama, Smouha (Egypt)
Laila Mohamed, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Farida Abdelnabi, Heliopolis (Egypt)
Engy Afify, Al Ahly (Egypt)
Menatalla Awad, Sporting Alexandria (Egypt)
Raneem Elgedawy, Sporting Alexandria (Egypt)
Fatma Aly, Smouha (Egypt)
Sara Nady, Shooting (Egypt)
Laila Elkousy, Shooting (Egypt)
Nigeria:
Helen Ogunjimi, Bandar Abbas (Iran), Columbia College (NAIA)
Upe Atosu, First Bank (Nigeria)
Sarah Ogoke, Primeiro de Agosto (Angola), Southern Polytechinic State (NAIA)
Nkechi Akashili, First Bank (Nigeria)
Joyce Ekworomadu, Harlem Globetrotters, Texas State
Nkem Akaraiwe, First Bank (Nigeria)
Adaora Elonu, Conquero (Spain), Texas A&M
Ndidi Madu, Sedis (Spain), Florida
Elo Edeferioka, Georgia Tech
Priscilla Udeaja, First Bank (Nigeria)
Olayinka Sanni, Charleville-Mezieres (France), West Virginia and WNBA (2008-2009 and 2011)

Senegal:
Oumoul Khairy Thiam, Araski (Spain), Southern Nazarene (DII)
Aya Traore, Zaragoza (Spain), Purdue
Sabelle Tening Diatta, Dakar Universite (Senegal), Cameron (DII)
Fatou Dieng, Al-Qazeres (Spain)
Mame Diouf Diodio, Reus (Spain)
Ndeye Sene, Saint Louis (Senegal)
Astou Traore, Hainaut (France)
Maimouna Diarra, Arxil (Spain)
Mame Marie Sy
Oumou Kalsoum Toure, Hainaut (France)
Ramata Daou, Saint Louis (Senegal)
Bineta Diouf, Saumur Loire (France)

The COCABA Women's Championship continued with the group stage as teams continue to try to qualify for future tournaments. In Group A, Honduras was the last team to make its debut, losing 88-58. In the win, ex-UC Irvine player Vanessa Aguilar had 18 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=3&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI

In Group B, Panama came back to beat Nicaragua 80-69. In the win, former Canadian collegian Anneth Him-Lazarenko had 16 points and 6 rebounds and ex-NAIA player Nancy Pierre had 13 points and 9 rebounds. Mexico finished the day with a 78-46 win over Guatemala. Ex-Oklahoma State player Brisa Silva led them with 15 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=3&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=4&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI

Here are the rosters as best as I could find:

Costa Rica:
Ana Matamoros, Coronado (Costa Rica)
Maria Mora
Mariane Villalobos
Sofia Jimenez, Universidad de Costa Rica (Costa Rica)
Maria Alvarez
Yamilah Solano
Meilyn Herrera
Silvia Betancourt, Goicoechea (Costa Rica)
Kathylee Pinnock
Paula Mora
Daniela Corrales, Goicoechea (Costa Rica)
Jennifer Sanchez

El Salvador:
Aida Funes, Leonas (El Salvador)
Gabriela Rodriguez, Santa Tecla (El Salvador)
Karla Helena, Survivor (El Salvador)
Kenia Campos, Survivor (El Salvador)
Adriana Rivas, Survivor (El Salvador)
Vannesa Heredia, Survivor (El Salvador)
Kryssia Urias, Instituto Tecnologico Exsal (El Salvador)
Vanessa Aguilar, club unknown, UC Irvine
Monica Calderon, Survivor (El Salvador)
Leslie Savery, Leonas (El Salvador)
Liliana Alvarado, Leonas (El Salvador)
Astrid Heredia, Survivor (El Salvador)

Honduras:
Tiffainy Duron
Astrid Merino
Ankara Reichle
Helen Williams
Nelly Leva
Krystal Ortega
Karla Bu Zapata
Ena Lobo
Jani Martinez
Debie Buelto

Guatemala:
Alma Lopez
Ligia Del Valle
Astrid Garcia
Zaby Aldana
Karla Ramirez
Diana Chavarria
Cynthia Rivera
Blanca Amado, La Union Hercules-Espanola (Argentina)
Emily Rosales
Luisa Rivas
Sonia Vasquez
Angelica Cardenas

Nicaragua:
Gissela Rodriguez
Tisha Slate
Jenny Salomon
Kenia Chamorro
Ileana Guerrero
Esperanza Orozco
Ingrid Vallejos Ruiz
Abigail Walters
Keyris Garcia Potosmo
Jasmy Cuthbuert
Iony Slate
Tasha Hogdson

Mexico:
Angelica Molina
Vanessa Dominguez
Gabriela Castrejon
Karen Ruiz
Brisa Silva, club unknown, Oklahoma State
Reyna Rios
Monica Garcia, club unknown, Northwest Nazarene (DII)
Laura Nunez, Irapuato Fresas (Mexico)
Myriam Lara, Centro de Ensenanza Tecnica y Superior Universidad (Mexico)
Yanin Romero
Rosaura Guardiola, Universidad de las Americas Puebla (Mexico)
Carolina Romo

Panama:
Magdamelcina Ayala
Luzmila Moreno
Nancy Pierre, club unknown, John Brown (NAIA)
Veronica Vega
Yisell Molinar
Shayra Brown, Boston College
Annetha Him-Lazarenko, club unknown, McGill (CIS)
Anayansi Ortiz
Tayina Ellis
Marisol Plato
Angelica Racine

[awhom111]

awhom111, I defer to your expertise. I think the wild card is the fact that it is the Olympics, will more players, like Noah, want to participate because of the scope of the overall event? Interesting tidbit about tension between Ibaka and Coach Scariolo, Serge always felt a little bolted-on to that team, anyway. I'd love to watch Navarro again, I think he patented the Runner 3-Pointer.

Parker extended the invite to Noah in the media earlier today so it could happen. I suppose a lot will depend on how his NBA season goes. Another factor that some international followers have pointed out is that some of the NBA players might not want to go through both qualifying and then the tournament in the same summer. Most coaches will not let guys sit out the qualifying and join the main squad just because they are NBA guys. It will be interesting to see how Jamal Murray is handled by whatever team drafts him.

As I understand it, Serge really does love Spain and the opportunities that it gave him as opposed to most other naturalized players. It was an interesting dynamic for Spain's braintrust because Mirotic was apparently considering asking FIBA to let him switch back to Montenegro if he did not get a fair shot at some point. Montenegro has quite the frontcourt (offensively at least) even without Pekovic, but their backcourt is pretty sorry without one of their naturalized players (Taylor Rochestie or Tyrese Rice).

[awhom111]

The first stage of the FIBA Asia tournament finished on Friday.

In Group A, Iran complete its domination of the group by pummeling Malaysia 122-42 after leading 62-8 at halftime without even using their ex-NBA player. In a game that did matter for the next round, Japan beat India 83-65 with 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 assists from ex-DII and brief NBA player Yuta Tabuse.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/Malaysia-Iran#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/India-Japan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Iran 3-0, Japan 2-1, India 1-2, Malaysia 0-3

In Group B, the Philippines jumped on Kuwait early and rolled to a 110-64 win. Palestine took an early lead on Hong Kong and held on to an 85-79 win. In the win, ex-Central Arkansas player Imad Qahwash had 24 points and 6 rebounds and ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala had 22 points and 7 rebounds. Ahmed Haroon won the battle of players connected to Guelph in Canada as he had 14 points and 8 rebounds compared to Duncan Reid's 12 points for the losing team.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/Kuwait-Philippines#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/Hong-Kong-Palestine#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Palestine 3-0, Philippines 2-1, Hong Kong 1-2, Kuwait 0-3

In Group C, South Korea eased past Singapore 87-45. Hosts China beat Jordan 84-67 as they leaned on former NBA player Yi Jianlian again as he had 26 points and 14 rebounds. Naturalized ex-FIU player Alex Legion had 10 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/Singapore-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/China-Jordan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: China 3-0, South Korea 2-1, Jordan 1-2, Singapore 0-3

In Group D, Lebanon dominated the last three quarters to beat Kazakhstan 91-55. In the win, naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 30 points and 8 rebounds and ex-DII player Ali Haidar had 15 points and 6 rebounds. In a game that had no bearing on the rest of the tournament, Qatar at least managed to avoid more overtimes as they lost 72-64 to Taiwan after giving up in the second half. Naturalized ex-Tulane player Quincy Davis had 13 points and 10 rebounds in the win. In the loss, naturalized ex-Jackson State player Trey Johnson had 15 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/Kazakhstan-Lebanon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2509/Qatar-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Qatar 2-1, Lebanon 2-1, Kazakhstan 1-2, Taiwan 1-2

For the next stage, the top three teams move on with Groups A and B combining to form Group E and Groups C and D combining to form Group F. Only results against qualified teams carry over to the next round, which only benefits Qatar, which was already aware that their result would not matter before they played their last game. Teams will play the three teams that they have not played yet to complete a new round robin with the top four teams in each group advancing to the quarterfinals.
Group E Standings: Iran 2-0, Palestine 2-0, Philippines 1-1, Japan 1-1, India 0-2, Hong Kong 0-2
Group F Standings: China 2-0, Qatar 2-0, Lebanon 1-1, South Korea 1-1, Kazakhstan 0-2, Jordan 0-2

13th Place Playoffs:
Malaysia vs Kuwait
Singapore vs Taiwan

At Afrobasket Women, Mozambique started the day with a 73-50 Group A win over Uganda. Gabon beat South Africa 71-42. Hosts Cameroon just manage to hang on to a win in a 44-43 struggle over Mali. Ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack was the only player on either team to reach double figures as she led the winners with 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2509/Mozambique-Uganda#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2509/South-Africa-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2509/Cameroon-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Guinea got to make their debut with 9 players as they lost 81-73 to Egypt. Senegal beat Algeria 70-62. The day ended with Nigeria finally getting to play as they also managed to get the 12th spot on the roster filled as they lost 57-51 to Angola. In the loss, ex-West Virginia player Olayinka Sanni had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2509/Guinea-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2509/Angola-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2509/Senegal-Algeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Here is Guinea's roster:
Aminata Sylla, FUS Rabat (Morocco)
Fanta Sidime, Horoya (Guinea)
Khady Mbaye, Universitario Dakar (Senegal)
Mariama Toure, Horoya (Guinea)
Fanta Berete, Horoya (Guinea)
Fatou Bah, Pays d'Aix (France)
Mireille Mepouyi Sylla, Horoya (Guinea)
Nadia Peruch-Niang, ACBB (France)
Simone Keita, Horoya (Guinea)

It was the final day of the group stage at the COCABA Women's Championship. Group A play closed the day as Honduras invoked the special tiebreaker by beating hosts Costa Rica 61-60, but lost out on advancing.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=A&n=5&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI
Standings: El Salvador 1-1, Costa Rica 1-1, Honduras 1-1

In Group B, Guatemala dismantled Nicaragua 78-29. Mexico then beat Panama 84-62 as ex-Oklahoma State player Brisa Silva had 13 points. In the loss, Shayra Brown, who just finished at Boston College had 26 points and 12 rebounds and former Canadian collegian Anneth Him-Lazarenko had 11 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=5&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=B&n=6&r=11890&t=UBWYXEFDVI
Standings: Mexico 3-0, Guatemala 2-1, Panama 1-2, Nicaragua 0-3

5th Place:
Panama vs winner of Honduras and Nicaragua

Semifinals:
Mexico vs Costa Rica
El Salvador vs Guatemala

[awhom111]

Afrobasket Women group play continued.

In Group A, Mozambique started the day by doubling up South Africa 86-43. Hosts Cameroon beat Uganda 86-34. In the win, ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack had 15 points and ex-UNLV player Sandrine Nzeukou had 10 points. The day ended with Mali beating Gabon 71-63.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2609/Mozambique-South-Africa#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2609/Uganda-Cameroon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2609/Mali-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Nigeria beat Egypt 97-68. In the win, ex-Texas A&M player Adaora Elonu had 20 points and 6 rebounds, ex-Florida player Ndidi Madu had 12 points and 8 rebounds, ex-West Virginia player Olayinka Sanni had 11 points, and Elo Edeferioka of Georgia Tech had 10 points and 11 rebounds. Senegal beat Guinea 102-44 as ex-Purdue player Aya Traore had 15 points and 7 rebounds. Angola beat Algeria 71-53.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2609/Nigeria-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2609/Senegal-Guinea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2609/Algeria-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The first game of the day at the COCABA Women's Championship was for classification purposes. Honduras condemned Nicaragua to 7th place by beating them 77-58. Honduras will play Panama for 5th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=10&n=A&r=11977&t=UBWYXEFDVI

In the semifinals, Guatemala beat El Salvador 61-53. Ex-UC Irvine player Vanessa Aguilar had 17 points and 7 rebounds. Mexico then beat hosts Costa Rica 60-42 as ex-Oklahoma State player Brisa Silva had 15 points and 7 assists.
Boxscores:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=13&n=A&r=11978&t=UBWYXEFDVI
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=12&n=A&r=11978&t=UBWYXEFDVI

[awhom111]

The second stage of the FIBA Championship started on Sunday.

In the newly formed Group E, Iran moved towards the quarterfinals by beating Hong Kong 111-56. In the loss, former Canadian collegian Duncan Reid had 14 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. India came back to beat Palestine 73-70. In the loss, ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala had 21 points and 9 rebounds. The Philippines beat Japan 73-66 with 18 points and 10 rebounds from Andray Blatche, but the naturalized player was hobbled, raising future concerns.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/Iran-Hong-Kong#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/Palestine-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/Japan-Philippines#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the new Group F, South Korea beat Lebanon 85-71. Naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 21 points in the loss. Hosts China now have an eye on the quarterfinals after beating Kazakhstan 75-62 with 15 points from ex-NBA player Yi Jianlian. In the loss, ex-Nicholls State player Anatoliy Kolesnikov had 14 points and naturalized ex-Rider player Jerry Johnson had 11 points. Jordan finished the day by beating Qatar 84-73. In the win, naturalized ex-FIU player Alex Legion had 22 points and 8 rebounds and ex-DII player Sam Daghles had 18 points. Naturalized ex-Jackson State player Trey Johnson had 11 points in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/Korea-Lebanon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/China-Kazakhstan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/Qatar-Jordan#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The other four teams played for classification purposes. Kuwait beat Malaysia 83-61. Taiwan then beat Singapore 111-65. In the win, ex-DII player Wu Tai-Hao had 13 points and naturalized ex-Tulane player Quincy Davis had 12 points and 12 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/Malaysia-Kuwait#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2709/Singapore-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The Nigeria-Guinea game was made up on the Afrobasket Women rest day and Nigeria won 100-47. In the win, ex-Texas A&M player Adaora Elonu had 17 points and 7 rebounds, ex-Florida player Ndidi Madu had 14 points and 7 rebounds, and ex-Texas State player Joyce Ekworomadu, who is currently playing for the Harlem Globetrotters, had 13 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2409/Guinea-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The final day of the COCABA Women's Championship started with the fifth place game, which saw Honduras beat Panama 68-60. In the loss, departing Boston College player Shayra Brown had 19 points and 6 rebounds and former Canadian collegian Anneth Him-Lazarenko had 14 points and 16 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=11&n=A&r=11977&t=UBWYXEFDVI

El Salvador beat hosts Costa Rica 57-39 for third place. Ex-UC Irvine player Vanessa Aguilar had 16 points and 17 rebounds in the win.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=14&n=A&r=11979&t=UBWYXEFDVI

Mexico needed a big comeback to beat Guatemala 57-49 in the final.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaamericas.com/en/box.asp?g=15&n=A&r=11979&t=UBWYXEFDVI

Final Standings:
Mexico
Guatemala
El Salvador
Costa Rica
Honduras
Panama
Nicaragua

[awhom111]

The FIBA Asia Championship continued as India eliminated Hong Kong by beating them 76-71 in Group E. In the loss, former Canadian collegian Duncan Reid had 16 points and 9 rebounds and ex-DIII player Adam Xu had 10 points. The group got interesting at the top as the Philippines controlled the second half to beat Iran 87-73. Andray Blatche had a productive 18 points and 7 rebounds from the naturalized player spot in the win, neutralizing ex-NBA player Hamed Haddadi, who was held to 10 points and 7 rebounds in the loss. Japan beat the increasingly tiring Palestine 74-67. Ex-Columbia player Keijuro Matsui had 12 points in the win while ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala had 22 points and 6 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/India-Hong-Kong#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/Philippines-Iran#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/Palestine-Japan#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group F, Qatar beat South Korea 69-63 to keep their chances of topping the group alive. Naturalized ex-Jackson State player Trey Johnson had 15 points. Hosts China remained the lone unbeaten team after taking care of Lebanon 90-72 with 19 points from ex-NBA player Yi Jianlian. In the loss, ex-Tulsa player Bassel Bawji had 14 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 14 points. Jordan beat eliminated Kazakhstan by beating them 87-73 with 23 points and 6 rebounds from naturalized ex-FIU player Alex Legion. In the loss, naturalized ex-Rider player Jerry Johnson had 26 points and ex-Nicholls State player Anatoliy Kolesnikov had 12 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/Qatar-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/Lebanon-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/Jordan-Kazakhstan#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the 15th place game, Singapore beat Malaysia 92-59.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/Malaysia-Singapore#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Taiwan at least beat Kuwait 99-69 for 13th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2809/Kuwait-Chinese-Taipei#|tab=boxscore_statistics

All the teams at Afrobasket Women were back in in action.

In Group A, Uganda beat South Africa 55-43 as ex-Valparaiso player Sharon Karungi, who was on the initial roster, but then not on the final roster, and then suddenly back on the roster, made a cameo. Mali edged Mozambique 57-52 despite 16 points from ex-DII player Deo Ngulela. Hosts Cameroon beat Gabon 67-56. In the win, ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack had 13 points and 6 rebounds and ex-Arizona player Amina Njonkou had 12 points and 11 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2809/Uganda-South-Africa#tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2809/Mali-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2809/Cameroon-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In Group B, Guinea cameback to sneak past Algeria 67-66. Egypt held off Angola 53-52 in a surprise result. The day ended with Nigeria beating Senegal 75-64. In the win, ex-NAIA player Sarah Ogoke had 18 points and ex-Texas A&M player Adaora Elonu had 17 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2809/Algeria-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2809/Angola-Egypt#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2809/Nigeria-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics

[awhom111]

The second stage of the FIBA Asia Championship concluded today.

In Group E, Iran bounced back by taking away the remainder of Palestine's momentum by winning 94-48 with 14 points and 11 rebounds from Hamed Haddadi. In the loss, ex-Central Arkansas player Imad Qawash had 11 points and 7 assists and ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala had 11 points and 6 rebounds. Japan beat Hong Kong 89-62. In the win, ex-Columbia player Keijuro Matsui had 11 points while former Canadian collegian Duncan Reid had 10 points and 6 rebounds in the loss. Philippines took care of business and grabbed the top spot in the group with a 99-65 win over India as Andray Blatche contributed 15 points from the naturalized player spot.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2909/Palestine-Iran#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2909/Japan-Hong-Kong#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2909/Philippines-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Philippines 4-1, Iran 4-1, Japan 3-2, India 2-3, Palestine 2-3, Hong Kong 0-5

In Group F, Lebanon held off Jordan 80-76 to eliminate them. In the win, ex-DII player Ali Haidar had 15 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists. In the loss, naturalized ex-FIU player Alex Legion had 24 points. China took the top spot in the group and remained undefeated by beating Qatar 89-65 as Yi Jianlian had 13 points and 9 rebounds. South Korea beat Kazakhstan 79-63 at the end of the day although the result did not matter. In the win, ex-Richmond player Gregory Stevenson, who is using his Korean name Moon Tae-Jong, had 16 points. This promises to be my only rant on this subject for this tournament, but it is completely wrong that Stevenson should have to occupy the naturalized player spot on the team and the rules should be changed to both treat all countries fairly and to maximize the quality of international basketball.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2909/Lebanon-Jordan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2909/China-Qatar#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/2909/Korea-Kazakhstan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: China 5-0, Qatar 3-2, South Korea 3-2, Lebanon 2-3, Jordan 2-3, Kazakhstan 0-5

Quarterfinal Bracket:
Philippines vs Lebanon
Japan vs Qatar
Iran vs South Korea
India vs China

9th Place Playoffs:
Hong Kong vs Jordan
Palestine vs Kazakhstan

It was the final day of the group stage at Afrobasket Women.

In Group A, Mali beat Uganda 73-55. Cameroon remained unbeaten by taking care of South Africa 78-51. In the win, ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack had 18 points, ex-Arizona player Amina Njonkou had 13 points and 8 rebounds, and ex-Austin Peay player Nicole Jamen had 11 points. The day closed with the battle for third place, which Mozambique took from Gabon 79-49. In the win, ex-DII player Deo Ngulela had 13 points.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2909/Uganda-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2909/South-Africa-Cameroon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2909/Gabon-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Cameroon 5-0, Mali 4-1, Mozambique 3-2, Gabon 2-3, Uganda 1-4, South Africa 0-5

In Group B, Senegal beat Egypt 84-72 as ex-Purdue player Aya Traore had 21 points and 6 rebounds. Nigeria beat Algeria 79-49 as ex-Texas A&M player Adaora Elonu had 15 points and 7 steals. Angola grabbed the top spot in the group by beating Guinea 89-47.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2909/Egypt-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2909/Algeria-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/2909/Guinea-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics
Standings: Angola 4-1, Nigeria 4-1, Senegal 3-2, Egypt 3-2, Guinea 1-4, Algeria 0-5

Quarterfinal Bracket:
Egypt vs Cameroon
Mozambique vs Nigeria
Gabon vs Angola
Senegal vs Mali

9th Place Playoffs:
Algeria vs Uganda
South Africa vs Guinea

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Olympic dreams became more clear with action today.

The FIBA Asia Championships started with the fight for 9th place as Jordan beat Hong Kong 82-62. In the win, naturalized ex-FIU player Alex Legion had 22 points while former Canadian collegian Duncan Reid had 14 points and 13 rebounds in the loss. Consolation was not meaningless to Palestine, which fought back to force overtime before prevailing 83-81 over Kazakhstan with 25 points and 10 rebounds from ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0110/Hong-Kong-Jordan#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0110/Palestine-Kazakhstan#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Quarterfinal winners would at least know that they would have a chance at qualifying again next summer. Iran built an early lead on South Korea to win 75-62. Ex-NBA player Hamed Haddadi had 18 points and 14 rebounds in the win while ex-Richmond player Gregory Stevenson, using his Korean name Moon Tae-Young, had 10 points in the loss. Japan started strong against Qatar to win 81-67. Veteran ex-DII player Yuta Tabuse had 12 points and 6 assists in the win while naturalized ex-Jackson State player Trey Johnson had 16 points in the loss. Hosts China overwhelmed India 104-58 as Yi Jianlian had 21 points and 7 rebounds. The Philippines closed the day by beating Lebanon 82-70 in the battle of countries where basketball is at the utmost popularity. Andray Blatche had 24 points and 17 rebounds from the naturalized player spot in the win. In the loss, ex-DII player Ali Haidar had 18 points and 9 rebounds, ex-Tulsa player Bassel Bawji had 17 points and 13 rebounds, and naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 12 points and 6 rebounds.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0110/Iran-Korea#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0110/Japan-Qatar#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0110/India-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0110/Philippines-Lebanon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Friday's Schedule:

11th Place:
Hong Kong vs Kazakhstan

9th Place:
Jordan vs Palestine

5th Place Playoffs:
Qatar vs Lebanon
India vs South Korea

Semifinals:
Japan vs Philippines
China vs Iran

Before the critical Afrobasket Women quarterfinals, the already eliminated teams tried to at least avoid last place. Uganda came back to edge Algeria 75-73. Guinea did just enough in the fourth quarter to beat South Africa 61-57.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0110/Algeria-Uganda#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0110/South-Africa-Guinea#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the first quarterfinal, Nigeria needed a comeback to beat Mozambique 71-66. In the win, ex-Texas State player and current Harlem Globetrotter Joyce Ekworomadu had 20 points and ex-Texas A&M player Adaora Elonu had 13 points. Ex-DII player Deo Ngulela had 16 points in the loss. Senegal stifled Mali after the first quarter, including a 15-0 advantage in the third quarter to win 57-38. Ex-Purdue player Aya Traore had 20 points in the win. Hosts Cameroon eased past Egypt 76-54. In the win, ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack had 20 points and ex-UMass player Valerie Avebe had 11 points and 6 rebounds. The day ended with Angola beating Gabon 57-44.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0110/Mozambique-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0110/Senegal-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0110/Egypt-Cameroon#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0110/Gabon-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Friday's Schedule:

11th Place:
Algeria vs South Africa

9th Place:
Uganda vs Guinea

5th Place Playoffs:
Egypt vs Mozambique
Gabon vs Mali

Semifinals:
Cameroon vs Nigeria
Angola vs Senegal

[awhom111]

FIBA Asia Championship action rumbles on towards the finish.

The day started with the 11th place game, which Kazakhstan won 68-62 over Hong Kong. Ex-Nicholls State player Anatoliy Kolesnikov had 11 points and 9 rebounds in the win while former Canadian collegian Duncan Reid had 14 points and 7 rebounds in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0210/Hong-Kong-Kazakhstan#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Jordan beat Palestine 94-82 for 9th place. In the win, naturalized ex-FIU player Alex Legion had 13 points and 8 rebounds and ex-DII player Sam Daghles had 11 points. In the loss, ex-Minnesota player Jamal Abu Shamala had 24 points and 9 rebounds and ex-Central Arkansas player Imad Qahwash had 13 points and 7 rebounds.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0210/Jordan-Palestine#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Teams were still in contention for 5th place as South Korea put on a show by beating India 117-72. In the win, ex-Richmond player Gregory Stevenson, using his Korean name Moon Tae-Young, had 22 points. Lebanon then edged Qatar 89-86. In the win, ex-Tulsa player Bassel Bawji had 18 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized ex-Kent State player Jay Youngblood had 13 points. Naturalized ex-Jackson State player Trey Johnson had 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0210/Korea-India#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0210/Qatar-Lebanon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the semifinals, hosts China beat Iran 70-57 to announce their return to prominence on the continent. In the battle of former NBA players, Yi Jianlian had 13 points and 8 rebounds while Hamed Haddadi had 16 points and 11 rebounds. The Philippines eventually built some separation against Japan and won 81-70 led by 22 points and 13 rebounds from Andray Blatche.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0210/Iran-China#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0210/Japan-Philippines#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Saturday Schedule:
7th: India vs Qatar
5th: Lebanon vs South Korea
3rd: Iran vs Japan
1st: China vs Philippines

Before the important Afrobasket Women games, there were more classification games for placement.

Algeria beat South Africa 87-49 in the 11th place game to avoid last place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0210/Algeria-South-Africa#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Guinea edged Uganda 53-52 for 9th place:
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0210/Uganda-Guinea#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the race for 5th place, Mozambique needed to re-establish control in the final quarter to beat Egypt 99-76. Ex-DII player Deo Ngulela led the way to victory with 32 points, 6 rebounds, and 12 assists. Mali beat Gabon 71-52.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0210/Egypt-Mozambique#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0210/Gabon-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The day ended with the Semifinals as teams looked to keep Olympics hopes alive. Cameroon needed every last bit of the home court advantage to squeak past Nigeria 71-70. In the win, ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack had 20 points and ex-Arizona player Amina Njonkou had 14 points and 16 rebounds. Ex-Texas A&M player Adaora Elonu had 17 points and 7 assists in the loss. Senegal held off a late Angola charge to win 56-54 with 10 points from ex-Purdue player Aya Traore.
Boxscores:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0210/Cameroon-Nigeria#|tab=boxscore_statistics
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0210/Angola-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Saturday Schedule:
7th: Egypt vs Gabon
5th: Mozambique vs Mali
3rd: Nigeria vs Angola
1st: Cameroon vs Senegal

[awhom111]

It was the final day of the FIBA Asia Championship.

The first game was for 7th place, which Qatar won 84-58 over India.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0310/India-Qatar#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Lebanon held off South Korea 88-87 to take 5th place. In the win, ex-Tulsa player Bassel Bawji had 28 points and 12 rebounds and ex-South Alabama player Charles Tabet had 16 points and 8 rebounds. In the loss, ex-Richmond player Gregory Stevenson, who is using his Korean name Moon Tae-Young, had 11 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0310/Korea-Lebanon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Iran came to beat Japan 68-63 and at least claim a medal. Ex-NBA player Hamed Haddadi had 10 points and 7 rebounds in the win while ex-Columbia player Keijuro Matsui had 18 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0310/Iran-Japan#|tab=boxscore_statistics

The Olympic berth was on the line in the last game and it was China who took the honors at home by beating the Philippines 78-67. Yi Jianlian had 11 points and 15 rebounds in the win while Andray Blatche had 17 points in the loss.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/asia/2015/0310/China-Philippines#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Finals Standings:
China
Philippines
Iran
Japan
Lebanon
South Korea
Qatar
India
Jordan
Palestine
Kazakhstan
Hong Kong
Taiwan
Kuwait
Singapore
Malaysia

The Afrobasket Women competition finished as well.

Gabon beat Egypt 71-67 for 7th place.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0310/Egypt-Gabon#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Mali edged Mozambique 69-68 for 5th place. In the loss, ex-DII player Deo Ngulela had 20 points and 9 assists.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0310/Mozambique-Mali#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Nigeria completed an impressive comeback to beat Algeria, winning the fourth quarter 20-0 for a 65-55 final margin. Ex-Texas State and current Harlem Globetrotter player Joyce Ekworomadu had 15 points and 7 rebounds and ex-Texas A&M player Adaora Elonu added 10 points and 8 rebounds in the win. In theory, they also grabbed the last spot in the final qualifying tournament next summer, but last time around, some teams did end up deciding not to use those spots, passing them on to other teams in their continental federations.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0310/Nigeria-Angola#|tab=boxscore_statistics

In the final, Senegal beat hosts Cameroon 81-66 to win the title and the automatic Olympic berth. In the win, ex-Purdue player Aya Traore had 17 points. In the loss, ex-Memphis player Ramses Lonlack had 14 points.
Boxscore:
http://www.fiba.com/afrobasketwomen/2015/0310/Cameroon-Senegal#|tab=boxscore_statistics

Final Standings:
Senegal
Cameroon
Nigeria
Angola
Mali
Mozambique
Gabon
Egypt
Guinea
Uganda
Algeria
South Africa

[awhom111]

The international calendar is still busy at this time of year. The U17 World Championship field was filled last month after the FIBA Asia U16 Championship.

Hosts are set to be decided for next summer's final Olympic qualifying tournaments. France and Spain applied on the women's side while six countries applied on the men's side for three spots.

EuroBasket Women 2017 qualifiers will run in season. The first games were today. You can read my recap here:
http://www.womensbasketball247.com/2015/11/eurobasket-201ifiers-round-1/

Lindsey Harding is going to try to make it in time to play for Belarus on Wednesday.

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Lindsey Harding made her return for Belarus in their second qualifier, providing 10 points and 6 assists in 37 minutes in a 76-71 win over Belgium.
Boxscore:
http://www.fibaeurope.com/compID_pnlxO1HYJhUh,MTfrmUO03.season_2017.roundID_ 11853.gameID_11853-G-2-2.html

My look at all of the qualifiers can be seen here:
http://www.womensbasketball247.com/2015/11/eurobasket-2017-qualifiers-round-2/