NBL Round 4: Betway Power is defeated by Blazers

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of Betway Power (4-1) at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Blazers (3-2) 64-57. Blazers forced 27 Betway Power turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of DR Congolese center Amisi Saidi (200-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds and the former international forward Joseph Ikong (193-1985) who added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Blazers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Innocent Ochera (-1997) responded with 16 points and 4 assists. Blazers have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Blazers went down to fifth position due to points difference, which they share with UPDF and JKL Dolphins. Betway Power at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. Blazers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Betway Power will play on the road against UPDF in Kampala and is hoping to win this game.
Important game to mention about took place in Kampala. Top-ranked UCU Canons (5-0) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 4th ranked UPDF (3-2) 61-60 on Friday evening. The winners were led by center Peter Sifuma (-1996) who scored that evening 13 points and 9 rebounds and Lwabaga Ibanda supported him with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Even 13 points and 9 rebounds by forward Benard Okumu (-1986) did not help to save the game for UPDF. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Undefeated UCU Canons have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. UPDF at the other side dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with JKL Dolphins and Blazers. UCU Canons will play against bottom-ranked Victoria USY (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. UPDF will play against the league's second-placed Betway Power (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Tenth-ranked KCCA P. (1-4) gave a tough game to top-ranked UCU Canons (5-0) in Kampala on Saturday. UCU Canons managed to secure only two-point victory 51-49. However their fans expected much easier game. Chuma Fadhili fired 13 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Emmanuel Odongkara produced 12 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Undefeated UCU Canons have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. Loser KCCA P. dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. UCU Canons will meet bottom-ranked Victoria USY (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. KCCA P. will play against JKL Dolphins in Kampala and hope to win that game.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 4: Our Saviour destroyed Victoria USY on the opponent's court 80-57. UPDF lost to defending champion City Oilers in a home game 49-65. Tropical R. managed to beat Ndejje Angels on the road 79-75. Winless Falcons were defeated by Our Saviour on its own court 43-61. Betway Power beat Tropical R. in a road game 90-78. KIU Titans won against Ndejje Angels at home 63-56. JKL Dolphins managed to outperform Blazers on the opponent's court 62-57.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 23 points, 5 assists and 8 steals by Joseph Wacha of Our Saviour.

UPDF - UCU Canons 60-61

Important game to mention about took place in Kampala. Top-ranked UCU Canons (5-0) saved a 1-point victory on the road edging 4th ranked UPDF (3-2) 61-60 on Friday evening. UCU Canons forced 24 UPDF turnovers. The winners were led by center Peter Sifuma (-1996) who scored that evening 13 points and 9 rebounds and Lwabaga Ibanda (-1998) supported him with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Even 13 points and 9 rebounds by forward Benard Okumu (-1986) did not help to save the game for UPDF. Arthur Wanyoto added 15 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. UCU Canons have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. UPDF at the other side dropped to the fifth place with two games lost. They share the position with JKL Dolphins and Blazers. UCU Canons will play against bottom-ranked Victoria USY (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. UPDF will play against the league's second-placed Betway Power (#2) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
UPDF: W.Arthur 15+8reb, W.Pirwoth 13+2reb+6ast, B.Okumu 13+9reb+1ast, O.David 9+6reb+2ast, F.Odama 4+9reb+2ast, E.Daniel 2+6reb+5ast
UCU Canons: I.Lwabaga 14+6reb+2ast, S.Peter 13+9reb, B.Fayed 9+3reb+2ast, K.Jerry 7+4reb+6ast, D.Rogers 6+8reb, A.Isyagi 6+4reb+1ast

Victoria USY - Our Saviour 57-80

Very expected game when bottom-ranked Victoria USY (0-5) was crushed at home by sixth ranked Our Saviour (4-2) 80-57 on Friday. Our Saviour dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Victoria USY's 28 and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Our Saviour forced 25 Victoria USY turnovers and outrebounded them 52-30 including a 40-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Joseph Wacha (-1991) fired 23 points, 5 assists and 8 steals for the winners. Forward Stephen Wokorach chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points and 12 rebounds. Nyong Marrier produced 13 points and 6 rebounds and Mambo Kabuya added 7 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Our Saviour moved-up to third place. Victoria USY at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with five games lost. Our Saviour will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Victoria USY will play against the league's leader UCU Canons (#1) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Victoria USY: M.Nyong 13+6reb, M.Maker 9+6reb, A.Cedric 9+1reb+2ast, A.Ronald 9+3reb+3ast, K.Mambo 7+6reb+4ast, B.Baraka 4+7reb
Our Saviour: J.Wacha 23+3reb+5ast, M.Mugisha 12+7reb+5ast, S.Wokorach 11+12reb+2ast, B.Michael 8+4reb+1ast, E.Bakara 8+9reb+1ast, A.Davis 7+3reb+2ast

UPDF - City Oilers 49-65

There was a small surprise in Kampala where sixth ranked City Oilers (3-1) defeated one of their biggest challengers UPDF (3-2) 65-49 on Wednesday. City Oilers forced 26 UPDF turnovers and outrebounded them 43-29 including a 35-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international center Ivan Lumanyika (205-1992) fired a double-double by scoring 14 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Swingman Ruai Luak (196-2004) chipped in 15 points. Swingman Andrew Gang (-1996) produced 16 points and 5 steals and swingman David Okello (-1997) added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Defending champion moved-up to fourth place. Loser UPDF dropped to the fifth position with two games lost. They share it with JKL Dolphins and Blazers. City Oilers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. UPDF will play against the league's second-placed Betway Power (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
UPDF: A.Gang 16+4reb+2ast, O.David 10+6reb+2ast, W.Edrine 10+4reb, D.Opolot 6+5reb+2ast, W.Pirwoth 5+3reb+3ast, F.Odama 2+2reb
City Oilers: L.Ruai 15+3reb+2ast, I.Lumanyika 14+17reb+4ast, C.Kizito 11+3reb+1ast, T.Drileba 7+3reb+1ast, B.Komakech 7+3reb+2ast, J.Enabu 6+1reb+3ast

Betway Power - Blazers 57-64

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Betway Power (4-1) at the home court on Friday night. Hosts were defeated by fourth ranked Blazers (3-2) 64-57. Blazers forced 27 Betway Power turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of DR Congolese center Amisi Saidi (200-1987) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds and the former international forward Joseph Ikong (193-1985) who added 8 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Blazers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side guard Innocent Ochera (-1997) responded with 16 points and 4 assists and forward Dickson Asiku scored 5 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Blazers have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Blazers went down to fifth position due to points difference, which they share with UPDF and JKL Dolphins. Betway Power at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. Blazers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Betway Power will play on the road against UPDF in Kampala and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Betway Power: I.Ochera 16+4reb+4ast, A.Isaac 12+4reb+1ast, G.Soro 8+11reb+1ast, F.Kasinde 7+6reb+3ast, N.Guddi 6+10reb+4ast, D.Asiku 5+10reb+5ast
Blazers: A.Saidi 24+13reb+1ast, D.Juuko 11+5reb+1ast, J.Ikong 8+8reb+4ast, P.Odong 6+3reb+1ast, C.Kasujja 3+6reb+2ast, R.Ongom 3+1reb+1ast

Ndejje Angels - Tropical R. 75-79

There was a minor upset in Kampala where 6th ranked Ndejje Angels (3-3) were defeated by ninth ranked Tropical R. (2-4) 79-75 on Saturday. Tropical R. forced 22 Ndejje Angels turnovers and outrebounded them 59-46 including 20 on the offensive glass. Duallo Joshua fired a double-double by scoring 12 points, 24 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Denis Omara chipped in 23 points and 6 steals. Cikom Munbai produced a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds and Godwin Muhamiriro added 10 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Despite that victory Tropical R. went down to tenth position due to points difference. Loser Ndejje Angels dropped to the eighth place with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Ndejje Angels: M.Cikom 29+11reb+1ast, S.Hassan 14+4reb, M.Godwin 10+11reb, A.Haron 6+3reb+3ast, D.Orenga 6+2ast, H.Trevor 5
Tropical R.: O.Denis 23+3reb, O.Juma 18+1reb+3ast, J.Duallo 12+24reb+5ast, O.Charles 9+13reb+3ast, N.Allan 9+4reb+2ast, O.Edgar 5+6reb

Falcons - Our Saviour 43-61

Everything went according to plan in Kampala where sixth ranked Our Saviour (4-2) beat bottom-ranked Falcons (0-4) 61-43 on Saturday. Our Saviour held Falcons to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 30.4 percent accuracy of the winners. Our Saviour forced 19 Falcons turnovers. Power forward Moses Mugisha (-1984) fired a double-double by scoring 11 points and 20 rebounds for the winners. Guard Joseph Wacha (-1991) chipped in 17 points and 4 assists. Our Saviour's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Wafula Bossa produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds and the former international power forward Brian Ssentongo (203-1987) added 8 points and 18 rebounds respectively for lost side. Our Saviour moved-up to third place. Loser Falcons still closes the standings with four games lost.
Top scorers:
Falcons: B.Wafula 16+16reb+1ast, M.Henrison 10+2reb+1ast, B.Ssentongo 8+18reb+3ast, A.Emmanuel 7+5reb+1ast, V.Jurua 2+3reb, O.Andrew 0
Our Saviour: J.Wacha 17+3reb+4ast, S.Wokorach 15+4reb+1ast, M.Mugisha 11+20reb+3ast, A.Davis 6+6reb+1ast, E.Bakara 4+2reb+2ast, S.Andrew 4+3reb+1ast

UCU Canons - KCCA P. 51-49

Tenth-ranked KCCA P. (1-4) gave a tough game to top-ranked UCU Canons (5-0) in Kampala on Saturday. UCU Canons managed to secure only two-point victory 51-49. However their fans expected much easier game. UCU Canons held KCCA P. to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 29.3 percent accuracy of the winners. UCU Canons forced 25 KCCA P. turnovers. Tanzanian forward Chuma Fadhili (-1995) fired 13 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Sudanese center Titus Lual (-1998) chipped in 8 points and 9 rebounds. Forward Emmanuel Odongkara (-1989) produced 12 points and 6 rebounds and Leonardo Gilabi added 6 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. UCU Canons have an impressive five-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 5-0 record. Loser KCCA P. dropped to the eleventh place with four games lost. UCU Canons will meet bottom-ranked Victoria USY (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. KCCA P. will play against JKL Dolphins in Kampala and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
KCCA P.: O.Emmanuel 12+6reb, W.Otweyo 9+2reb+2ast, O.Martin 7+5reb+3ast, G.Leonardo 6+10reb+1ast, D.Ojoro 5+9reb, D.Gaaki 4+4reb
UCU Canons: C.Fadhili 13+8reb, S.Peter 9+8reb, B.Fayed 8+3reb+1ast, T.Lual 8+9reb+2ast, U.Sudi 7+3reb+2ast, D.Rogers 3+3reb

Tropical R. - Betway Power 78-90

There was no surprise when 9th ranked Tropical R. (2-4) was defeated at home by fourth ranked Betway Power (4-1) 90-78 on Sunday. Betway Power forced 24 Tropical R. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Soro Geoffrey fired 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Isaac Afidra chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Denis Omara produced 21 points and Duallo Joshua added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Betway Power and four Tropical R. players scored in double figures. Tropical R.'s coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Betway Power moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Tropical R. dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. Betway Power will meet UPDF (#6) in the next round. Tropical R. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Tropical R.: O.Denis 21+1reb, O.Juma 13+4reb, J.Duallo 11+7reb+3ast, O.Charles 10+6reb+2ast, K.Isaac 9+6reb, N.Allan 4+3reb+5ast
Betway Power: G.Soro 23+8reb+4ast, A.Isaac 16+9reb+6ast, D.Asiku 16+3reb+1ast, I.Ochera 15+4reb+4ast, E.Ssentongo 13+7reb+3ast, G.Ochieng 5+2reb

KIU Titans - Ndejje Angels 63-56

There was a surprise result in Kampala where tenth ranked KIU Titans (2-3) won against higher ranked Ndejje Angels (3-3) 63-56 on Sunday. KIU Titans forced 26 Ndejje Angels turnovers. Edgar Munaba fired a double-double by scoring 14 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. Guard Ahmed Kassa chipped in 20 points and 4 steals. KIU Titans' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Cikom Munbai produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds and Hassan Sentamu added 12 points and 5 steals respectively for lost side. KIU Titans moved-up to ninth place. Loser Ndejje Angels dropped to the eighth position with three games lost.
Top scorers:
Ndejje Angels: M.Cikom 16+15reb+1ast, S.Hassan 12+1reb+2ast, H.Trevor 8+3reb+3ast, M.Godwin 7+6reb, A.Haron 3+2reb+4ast, N.John 3+8reb+2ast
KIU Titans: K.Ahmed 20+3reb, M.Edgar 14+21reb+1ast, H.Okoth 9+1reb+2ast, K.Arnold 7+5reb+3ast, J.Chuma 6+9reb+2ast, M.Gaius 3+1ast

Blazers - JKL Dolphins 57-62

There was a minor upset when one of their biggest challengers Blazers (3-2) were defeated at home by eighth ranked JKL Dolphins (3-2) 62-57 on Sunday. JKL Dolphins forced 24 Blazers turnovers. Swingman Brian Namake (-1990) fired a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Malual Dier chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. Kenyan guard Collins Kasujja (183-1994) produced 9 points and 9 rebounds and Chuol Nyuot added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Blazers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. JKL Dolphins moved-up to fifth place, which they share with UPDF and Blazers. JKL Dolphins will meet at home KCCA P. (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Blazers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Blazers: D.Monoja 9+7reb+1ast, C.Kasujja 9+9reb+3ast, N.Chuol 9+10reb+1ast, P.Odong 9+4reb, B.Wadaya 8+4reb+2ast, A.Saidi 4+1reb+2ast
JKL Dolphins: B.Namake 15+10reb+5ast, D.Malual 12+12reb+3ast, M.Mabor 12+9reb, M.Benfait 9+3reb, J.Ocheng 8+1reb+1ast, A.Akris 6+3reb+3ast



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