Iran goes three in a row in William Jones Cup
- Aug 14, 2011
Title game: Iran 66-59 Korea
Iran defeated Korea 66-59 in the title game of the 2011 William Jones
Cup tournament Sunday to win its third straight title at the annual
invitational tournament.
Iranian center
Hamed Haddadi (218-C-85) of the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies followed his
semifinal outburst of 36 points, 8 rebounds and five blocks against the
Philippines with another brilliant outing, collecting 35 points, 18
rebounds and seven blocks against the Koreans in the title game.
Haddadi outplayed former NBA center Ha Seung-jin, who had four points
and 8 boards before fouling out in the fourth quarter. Haddadi's strong
showing quickly forced Korean center Kim Joo-sung to another
disqualification.
Korea could never keep up with Iran after Kim and Ha both fouled out.
Iran's three-peat (2009-2011) marked the fifth consecutive year that a
West Asia team wins the Jones Cup tournament. Jordan won the tourney in
2007 and 2008 before finishing as runner-up behind Iran in 2009.
IRN: H. Haddadi 35+18+7blk, O. Sahakian 13+8
KOR: Kim Joo-sung 19+6+4a, Moon Tae-jong 15, Yang Dong-geun 13, Ha
Seung-jin 4+8
Bronze medal game: Philippines 82-72 Taiwan
Marcus Douthit once again dominated the paint as Philippines led from
start to finish to win the third place in the Jones Cup, leading by as
many as 22 in the fourth quarter before Taiwan used a 18-6 run to cut
the deficit.
Taiwanese center Tseng Wen-ting sat out his second straight game due to
hip muscle strain.
PHI: M. Douthit 28+11, M. Lassiter 16, D. Hontiveros 13+7
TWN: Chien Chia-hung 26+7, Chen Shun-hsiang 13
5/6 place game: Japan 73-70 Jordan
JPN: Takeki Shonaka 24, Fumio Nishimura 23
JOR: Y. Wesam 17, I. Abbas 15+7, R. Wright 12
Semifinal 1: Korea 90-85 (OT) Taiwan
Thirty-five-year-old Moon Tae-jong, known as Cameron Stevenson when he
played in America and Europe, scored 10 of his game-high 28 points in
overtime as Korea overcame strong challenge from Taiwan to advance to
the title game.
Chen Hsin-an turned in his best game in a national team uniform in
years, tallying 22 points, six rebounds and four assists.
KOR: Moon Tae-jong 28, Oh Se-keun 11+11, Kim Joo-sung 12+9
TWN: Chen Hsin-an 22+6+4, Lee Hsueh-lin 12, Jet Chang 12+7
Semifinal 2: Iran 78-59 Philippines
IRN: H. Haddadi 36+8+5blk, O. Sahakian 16+7
PHI: M. Douthit 16, M. Lassiter 10, A. Barroca 10+7
Final Standing:
1. Iran 7-2
2. Korea 7-2
3. Philippines 6-3
4. Taiwan 4-5
5. Japan 5-4
6. Jordan 4-4
7. Malaysia 1-7
8. UAE 0-7
Preliminary standing:
1. Korea 6-1
2. Philippines 5-2
3. Iran 5-2
4. Taiwan 4-3
5. Jordan 4-3
6. Japan 3-4
7. Malaysia 1-6
8. UAE 0-7
Iran will defend their title against South
Korea -
Aug 13, 2011
South Korea - Taiwan 90:85 (OT)
South Korea will play in the title game at William Jones Cup. They
overcame Taiwan in overtime drama tonight.
Stevenson Cameron (200-F-75, agency:
Alti Sport, college:
Richmond) stepped up with 28 points to lead the effort. South Korea
will now take on the winner of Philippines vs. Iran clash.
South Korea entered the game in the status of favourites. They grabbed
the lead early on and posted a 16:11 advantage at the first break.
Taiwan however adjusted defensively and cut the deficit to just three
points at halftime 23:26. The hosts went off the dressing room firing
from all guns. Taiwan erupted for 29 points to take a 52:44 lead with
one quarter remaining. But South Korea denied the deficit and drew
things level at the end of regulation. The teams scored eagerly in the
extra period but South Korea proved the difference scoring 19 points and
celebrating victory at the end.
Kim Yong-Hwan (195-F-84) delivered 14 points, while
Kim Joo-Sung (205-F/C-79) added 12 points and 9 rebounds in the win.
Chen Hsin-An (196-G/F-80) answered with 22 points, 6 boards and 4
assists for Taiwan.
Tsung-Hsien Chang (192-G-88) and
Lee Hsueh-Lin (176-PG-84) finished with 12 points apiece in the
defeat.
Iran - Philippines 78:59 Iran will face South Korea in the championship game at William
Jones Cup. The defending champions overcame Philippines to enter Final.
Hamed Haddadi (218-C-85) stepped up with 36 points and 8 rebounds to
pace the winners. Hamed Haddadi and Iran dominated in the opening frame. They
registered a 20:12 lead after ten minutes. The teams exchanged baskets
throughout the second period. Iran ensured a 36:27 halftime advantage.
Iran deepened the damage in the third term. The reigning champions
stretched the lead to comfortable 18 points with ten minutes to go
56:38. Philippines never recovered in the fourth period as Iran cruised
to the victory.
Oshin Sahakian (201-F-86, agency:
Agency No 10) produced 16 points, while
Javad Davari (185-G-83) netted 9 points in the win.
Marcus Douthit (211-F/C-80, college:
Providence) replied with 16 points for Philippines.
Andy Barroca (176-F/C-86) and
Marcio Lassiter (188-G-87, college:
Cal.St. Fullerton) netted 10 points each in the loss.
Preliminary Round ends in New Taipei City
- Aug 12, 2011
Malaysia - UAE 100:89
Malaysia recorded the initial win at the William Jones Cup. They held
off UAE to improve at 1-6 record.
Yoong Jing Kwaan (200-C-90) knocked down 24 points and grabbed 7
rebounds to pace the effort. UAE fell at 0-7 record and finished at the
bottom of the ladder.
The teams stayed closer throughout the opening quarter. Malaysia and UAE
entered the second term tied at 23. UAE pulled ahead for a one-point
lead 44:43 halftime lead. Malaysia erased the deficit as the teams
arrived at the final intermission tied at 67. Malaysia unleashed 33
points in the fourth quarter and pulled ahead for the victory at the
end.
Ban Sin Ooi (180-G/F-83) notched 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5
assists, while
Li Wei Chee (186-F-85) delivered 17 points in the victory. Omar
Alameri responded with 20 points for UAE.
Rashed Al Zaabi (188-G-88) accounted for 19 points in the loss.
Iran - Jordan 68:67
Iran nipped Jordan on the final day of preliminary round at William
Jones Cup. Iran thus improved at 5-2 record and occupied the third
position. They will now take on Philippines in the semis. Jordan will
play for the fifth place at the tournament.
Jordan led 15:11 after ten minutes of action. The teams exchanged
baskets throughout the second term. Jordan ensured a 4-point lead at
halftime 32:28. Iran however erased the deficit in the third quarter.
The teams entered the fourth term tied at 45. Iran scored 23 points and
eked out a narrow victory at the end.
Hamed Haddadi (218-C-85) tallied 13 points, 13 rebounds, 6 assists
and 5 blocks for Iran.
Saman Veisi (189-G-82) netted 12 points in the victory.
Alkhas Naim (201-F-76) responded with 17 points for Jordan.
Rasheim Wright (194-G-81, college:
District of Col.) posted 15 points in the loss.
Philippines - Japan 94:78
Philippines recorded the fifth win at the William Jones Cup. They
stormed past Japan to earn the second place at the end of preliminary
round. Philippines will now take on Iran in the semis tomorrow. Jordan
fell at 4-3 record after the defeat and would play against Malaysia in
the classification round.
Philippines and Japan stayed competitive in the opening frame.
Philippines eked out a 24:20 lead after ten minutes. Japan unloaded 29
points in the second term to pull ahead 49:44 at halftime. Philippines
narrowed the gap in the third stanza. They arrived at the final
intermission trailing by 3 points. Philippines fired 29 points in the
fourth frame and rallied to a comfortable win at the end.
Marcus Douthit (211-F/C-80, college:
Providence) scored 32 points to lead the effort.
Donaldo Hontiveros (188-G-77) netted 14 points in the winning case.
Keijuro Matsui (188-G-85, college:
Columbia) responded with 27 points for Japan.
Fumio Nishimura (177-G-86) accounted for 11 points in defeat.
South Korea - Taiwan 110:68
South Korea earned the sixth victory at the William Jones Cup. They
stormed past Taiwan to clinch 6-1 record. South Korea claimed the top
position after the preliminary round. The teams are scheduled to meet
again tomorrow in the semis as Taiwan finished in the fourth spot.
Cho Sung-Min (189-F-83) provided 24 points to lead the winners.
South Korea led by just three points after ten minutes 19:16. But they
erupted for 30 points in the second frame to earn a 49:33 halftime lead.
South Korea maintained the lead throughout the third stanza. They
arrived at the final break up by 26 points and never looked back en
route to the victory.
Kim Yong-Hwan (195-F-84) contributed 17 points, while
Yang Hee-Jong (194-F-84) netted 15 points for South Korea.
Chien Chia-Hung (197-F-87) replied with 29 points for Taiwan.
Tsung-Hsien Chang (192-G-88) and
Creighton Douglas (195-F-85) accounted for 11 points each in the
loss.
Japan - Malaysia 70:55 Japan recorded the third win at the William Jones Cup. They
prevailed against Malaysia to improve at 3-3 record.
Takeki Shonaka (180-G-84) stepped up with 21 points to lead the
winners. Malaysia in the meantime suffered the sixth straight defeat in
Taiwan.
Malaysia ensured a better start. They led 14:12 after ten minutes.
Malaysia did not loosen the grasp in the second frame. They arrived at
halftime up by 7 points 29:22. But Japan changed the complexion of the
game in the third term. They finally tuned in offensively scoring 27
points in the third period. Japan erased the deficit entering the fourth
frame up by 5 points 49:44. Japan outgunned Malaysia 21:11 in the final
stanza to earn a confident win at the end.
Keijuro Matsui (188-G-85, college:
Columbia) delivered 12 points, while
Gaku Arao (198-F/C-87) netted 10 points and pulled down 7 rebounds
in the victory.
Li Wei Chee (186-F-85) and
Shee Fai Loh (192-G-89) responded with 11 points each for Malaysia.
Philippines - UAE 95:60
Philippines registered the fourth win at the William Jones Cup in
Taiwan. They overwhelmed UAE today to earn 4-2 record.
Marcus Douthit (211-F/C-80, college:
Providence) stepped up with 23 points and 13 rebounds to pace the
winners. UAE fell at 0-6 record after the loss.
Philippines surged ahead right from the start. They posted a 19:10 lead
at the first break. UAE picked up the tempo in the second quarter. They
narrowed the deficit at 7 points at the interval 31:38. Philippines
however shifted the gear after the big break. They unloaded 27 points in
the third term to arrive at the final intermission up by 16 points.
Philippines erupted for 30 points in the fourth period to seal the
winning outcome.
Christopher Lutz (193-G-85, college:
Marshall) delivered 13 points, while
Marcio Lassiter (188-G-87, college:
Cal.St. Fullerton) and
Pauliasi Taulava (208-C-73) added 10 points each in the victory.
Khalifa Salem (175-G-91) responded with 15 points for UAE.
Mohamed Al Braiki (190-G-91) netted 13 points in the loss.
Jordan - South Korea 85:77 Jordan registered the fourth win at William Jones Cup. They
held off South Korea behind 23 points and 9 rebounds from
Abbas Zaid (203-F-83). Jordan improved at 4-2 record, while South
Korea suffered the first defeat at the tournament to slip at 5-1.
Jordan took South Korea by surprise in the opening term. Thomas Baldwin
team fired 28 points to earn a 13-point lead at the first break. South
Korea slowed their opponents down in the second quarter. They cut the
deficit to trail by 12 points at halftime 33:45. Jordan maintained the
lead throughout the third quarter. They arrived at the final break up by
16 points 68:52. South Korea unloaded 25 points in the final period but
came up short of victory at the end.
Osama Daghles (198-G-79, college:
Midwestern St.) knocked down 21 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and
issued 10 assists for the first triple-double at the tourney.
Rasheim Wright (194-G-81, college:
District of Col.) accounted for 15 points in the win.
Stevenson Cameron (200-F-75, agency:
Alti Sport, college:
Richmond) responded with 17 points for South Korea.
Kang Byung-Hyun (193-G/F-85) added 13 points in the losing effort.
Iran - Taiwan 74:47 Iran proved too good for Taiwan on the sixth day of action at
William Jones Cup.
Hamed Haddadi (218-C-85) scored 18 points and collected 9 rebounds
to pace the winners. Iran improved at 4-2 record and caught up with
Taiwan in the ladder.
Iran led by four points at the first break 17:13. Iran limited the hosts
to just 8 points in the second quarter to take a 12-point halftime lead.
Iran maintained the advantage throughout the third quarter. They knocked
down 21 points to establish a 54:37 buffer with one period to go. Iran
never slowed down outscoring the home team in the fourth stanza and
sealing a comfortable win at the end.
Mahdi Kamrani (186-G-82) and
Saman Veisi (189-G-82) accounted for 13 points apiece in the
victory.
Wen-Ting Tseng (202-C/F-84) responded with 15 points for Taiwan.
Chen Hsin-An (196-G/F-80) delivered 10 points, 5 boards and 5
assists in the losing case.
Iran - Malaysia 69:49
Iran celebrated the third win at the William Jones Cup. They overwhelmed
Malaysia to improve at 3-2 record at the tournament.
Hamed Haddadi (218-C-85) stepped up with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 3
blocks to lead the effort. Malaysia suffered the fifth defeat in a row.
Iran and Malaysia exchanged baskets throughout intense first quarter.
Iran eked out an 18:17 lead after ten minutes. Iran pulled away in the
second term. They posted a 33:28 halftime advantage. The third term
proved decisive. Iran came out of the locker room firing from all guns.
They outscored Malaysia 26:6 in the period to establish a 25-point lead
with ten minutes to go. Malaysia stopped the rot in the final frame but
it was too late to save the encounter.
Mousa Nabipour (213-C-83) nailed 12 points, while
Asghar Kardoust (212-C-86) added 9 points in the victory.
Tian Yuan Kuek (200-C-91) responded with 11 points for Malaysia.
Yeo Seng John Ng (190-F-81) had 8 points in the loss.
Japan - Jordan 87:70
Japan registered the second win at the William Jones Cup in Taiwan. They
tamed Jordan to improve at 2-3 record.
Keijuro Matsui (188-G-85, college:
Columbia) scored 25 points to lead the effort. Jordan in the
meantime suffered the second straight loss and fell at 3-2 record.
Japan earned a 19:16 lead after ten minutes of action. But Jordan turned
things around in the second term. They scored 24 points to take a 40:35
halftime lead. Japan bounced back right after the big break. They went
on a massive rally to secure a comfortable 10-point lead before the
final quarter. Jordan never recovered conceding 25 points in the final
term and suffering the second consecutive loss in New Taipei City.
Takeki Shonaka (180-G-84) added 18 points and 6 assists, while
Atsuya Ota (206-C-84) had 9 points for the winners.
Rasheim Wright (194-G-81, college:
District of Col.) answered with 26 points for Jordan.
Osama Daghles (198-G-79, college:
Midwestern St.) netted 12 points in defeat.
South Korea - Philippines 78:70
South Korea recorded the fifth straight win at the William Jones Cup.
They overcame Philippines to stay undefeated on top of the ladder.
Oh Sek-Eun (201-C-87) stepped up with 19 points and 6 rebounds to
pace the winners. Philippines suffered the second loss and fell at 3-2
record.
Philippines earned a narrow 16:14 lead ten minutes into the game. But
South Korea struck right back in the second term. They limited
Philippines to 12 points in the period to establish a 37:28 halftime
lead. Philippines erupted for 28 points in the third term to deny the
deficit. The teams entered the fourth quarter tied at 56. But South
Korea proved the difference in the fourth stanza. They outgunned
Philippines 22:14 in the final frame to celebrate yet another victory at
the tournament.
Yang Dong-Geun (182-G-81) netted 17 points, grabbed 6 boards and
issued 5 assists, while
Ha Seung-Jin (221-C-85) accounted for 16 points in the victory.
Joseph Casio (177-PG-86) responded with 27 points for Philippines.
Marcus Douthit (211-F/C-80, college:
Providence) posted 16 points and 8 rebounds in the loss.
Taiwan - UAE 92:87 Taiwan registered the fourth victory at the William Jones Cup.
The hosts held off determined UAE to improve at 4-1 record in the
ladder.
Tsung-Hsien Chang (192-G-88) knocked down 24 points to pace Taiwan.
UAE fell at 0-5 record after the defeat.
UAE got to an excellent start to the game. They outscored Taiwan 23:10
in the opening period. Taiwan stopped the bleeding in the second period.
They managed to narrow the deficit at 8-point mark at halftime 32:40.
The teams exchanged baskets throughout the third term. UAE secured a
7-point cushion before the final period. But Taiwan recovered in the
fourth quarter. The home unleashed 36 points and escaped with a narrow
victory at the end.
Chen Shun-Hsiang (190-F-85) scored 15 points, while
Lu Cheng-Ju (194-F-86) provided 14 points in the winning effort.
Ibrahim Ahmad (175-G-79) answered with 21 points for UAE.
Rashed Al Zaabi (188-G-88) chipped in 20 points in the loss.
Iran - UAE 84:55
Iran celebrated the second win at the William Jones Cup in Taiwan. They
overcame UAE to improve at 2-2 record.
Asghar Kardoust (212-C-86) stepped up with 23 points and 9 rebounds
for the winners. UAE fell at 0-4 record after the loss.
Iran surged ahead in the opening quarter. They posted an 11-point lead
at the first break. UAE however stopped the bleeding in the second term.
They outscored Iran to narrow the deficit at 7-point mark 32:39. Iran
went off the dressing room recharged as they thumped UAE for a 58:42
lead at the end of the third quarter. UAE never recovered afterwards as
Iran coasted to the victory at the end.
Oshin Sahakian (201-F-86, agency:
Agency No 10) and
Saman Veisi (189-G-82) delivered 13 points eacv for the winners.
Ibrahim Ahmad (175-G-79) answered with 14 points for UAE.
Khalifa Salem (175-G-91) netted 9 points in the loss.
Philippines - Malaysia 86:68
Philippines recorded the third win at the William Jones Cup. They
outgunned Malaysia in New Taipei City tonight.
Marnel Baracael (193-F/G-85) and
Christopher Tiu (178-PG-85) scored 14 points each to lead the
effort.
Philippines earned a 16:13 lead ten minutes into the game. Malaysia
stayed close throughout the second stanza. Philippines arrived at
halftime up by the same three points 37:34. But the third term proved
decisive. Philippines shifted the gear and outscored their opponents
27:11 for a comfortable 19-point advantage with one quarter remaining.
Malaysia tried to bounce back in the fourth term as they knocked down 23
points but it was far from enough to threaten the margin.
Japeth Aguilar (208-C-85, college:
W.Kentucky) and
Marcio Lassiter (188-G-87, college:
Cal.St. Fullerton) delivered 13 points each in the victory.
Li Wei Chee (186-F-85) responded with 15 points for Malaysia.
Yeo Seng John Ng (190-F-81) netted 9 points in the loss.
South Korea - Japan 69:67
South Korea registered the fourth straight win at the William Jones Cup.
They nipped Japan to stay undefeated.
Oh Sek-Eun (201-C-87) stepped up with 22 points and 14 rebounds to
lead the winners. Japan fell at 1-3 record after the loss
South Korea arrived at the first break up by a single point 17:16. They
ran away in the second term. South Korea posted a 42:34 halftime
advantage. The Korean team maintained the lead throughout the third
term. They entered the final quarter up by 11 points. Japan however
showed character in the fourth frame. They erased the deficit and were
close to the victory in the final seconds. But South Korea managed to
eke out a narrow success at the end.
Yang Dong-Geun (182-G-81) and
Kim Joo-Sung (205-F/C-79) delivered 14 points each in the win.
Keijuro Matsui (188-G-85, college:
Columbia) responded with 12 points and 6 boards for Japan.
Takeki Shonaka (180-G-84) knocked down 11 points in defeat.
Taiwan - Jordan 77:75 Jordan suffered the first defeat at the William Jones Cup. They
surrendered against hosting Taiwan on Day 4 of the tournament.
Wen-Ting Tseng (202-C/F-84) stepped up with 18 points to lead the
charge. Taiwan now caught up with Jordan at 3-1 record in the ladder.
Taiwan dominated in the starting frame. They posted a 17:12 lead at the
break. Jordan however improved offensively in the second term. The
visitors scored 22 points to draw things level at 34. Jordan maintained
the pressure and eventually pulled ahead in the third term. They secured
a 59:54 lead with ten minutes remaining. But Taiwan turned things around
in the fourth frame. They knocked down 23 points and snatched a narrow
victory at the end.
Chen Hsin-An (196-G/F-80) nailed 16 points, while
Tsung-Hsien Chang (192-G-88) accounted for 14 points in the winning
effort.
Abbas Zaid (203-F-83) answered with 21 points and 11 rebounds for
Jordan.
Rasheim Wright (194-G-81, college:
District of Col.) netted 19 points in the loss.
Japan - UAE 92:85 Japan recorded the first win at the William Jones Cup in
Taiwan. They overcame UAE to improve at 1-2 record.
Yusuke Okada (185-G-84) stepped up with game-high 33 points to pace
the effort. UAE slipped at 0-3 record after the loss.
Japan took over early in the game posting a 21:14 lead after ten
minutes. But UAE adjusted and stepped on the gas offensively in the
second quarter. UAE erased the deficit and posted a 39:38 halftime
advantage. UAE maintained the lead throughout the third quarter. They
headed into the final frame up by two points 58:56. But Japan went on
full throttle in the fourth period. They unloaded 36 points in the frame
to surge to the victory.
Keijuro Matsui (188-G-85, college:
Columbia) provided 18 points, while
Gaku Arao (198-F/C-87) netted 11 points and grabbed 8 boards in the
win.
Rashed Al Zaabi (188-G-88) responded with 18 points for UAE.
Mohamed Al Braiki (190-G-91) netted 13 points in defeat.
Jordan - Philippines 76:72
Jordan stayed undefeated at the William Jones Cup in Taiwan. They held
off Philippines to improve at 3-0 record on top of the ladder.
Ali Zaghab (205-F/C-88) stepped up with 17 points for the winners.
Philippines suffered the first defeat at the tournament falling at 2-1
record.
Jordan jumped in front in the opening quarter. They posted a 21:18 lead
after ten minutes. Philippines stayed within striking distance in the
second term. They narrowed the gap to just two points at halftime 32:34.
Jordan maintained the lead throughout the third term. They posted a
56:53 lead with one quarter remaining. Jordan held off determined
comeback effort from Philippines to escape with a narrow win at the end.
Osama Daghles (198-G-79, college:
Midwestern St.) provided 16 points, while
Abbas Zaid (203-F-83) provided 14 points in the win.
Andy Barroca (176-F/C-86) responded with 13 points for Philippines.
Christopher Lutz (193-G-85, college:
Marshall),
Marcus Douthit (211-F/C-80, college:
Providence) and
Marnel Baracael (193-F/G-85) netted 10 points each in the loss.
South Korea - Iran 77:59
South Korea earned the third straight win at the William Jones Cup. They
stormed past Iran to keep their record spotless.
Stevenson Cameron (200-F-75, agency:
Alti Sport, college:
Richmond) unleashed 27 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to pace the
winners. Iran fell at 1-2 record after the loss.
Iran led by two points 21:19 at the first break. But South Korea turned
things around in the second quarter. They limited Iran to just 7 points
in the period to establish a 31:28 halftime advantage. South Korea
increased the tempo in the third term. They boosted the lead to as many
as 10 points with one quarter remaining. South Korea outscored their
opponents 24:16 in the last period to march to the victory at the end.
Yang Dong-Geun (182-G-81) knocked down 15 points, while
Kang Byung-Hyun (193-G/F-85) added 12 points in the win.
Hamed Haddadi (218-C-85) responded with 15 points and 6 rebounds for
Iran.
Mahdi Kamrani (186-G-82) accounted for 9 points in the loss.
Taiwan - Malaysia 104:54 Taiwan recorded the second win at the William Jones Cup. The
hosts overcame Malaysia for 2-1 record at the tournament. Five players
scored in double digits to pace the winners.
Tsung-Hsien Chang (192-G-88) delivered 21 points to pace the
winners. Malaysia fell at 0-3 record after the defeat.
Taiwan erupted for 31 points in the starting frame to clear off to a
23-point distance. The hosts maintained the pressure in the second
quarter. Taiwan earned a 53:23 halftime advantage. Taiwan did not allow
Malaysia closer in the third term. The home team arrived at the final
break leading by as many as 44 points and never looked back en route to
the victory.
Yi-Hsiang Chou (193-F-91) and
Lu Cheng-Ju (194-F-86) provided 15 points each for Taiwan.
Li Wei Chee (186-F-85) responded with 17 points and 10 rebounds for
Malaysia.
Shee Fai Loh (192-G-89) had 10 points in the losing effort.
Jordan - Malaysia 93:63
Jordan recorded the second straight win at the William Jones Cup. They
thumped Malaysia to remain undefeated.
Abbas Zaid (203-F-83) scored 21 points, grabbed 7 rebounds and
issued 4 assists to lead the winners. Malaysia fell at 0-2 record after
the defeat.
Jordan fired 24 points in the opening quarter to secure a 6-point buffer
at the first break. They maintained the lead throughout the second term.
Moreover Jordan piled up a 45:31 halftime advantage. Jordan erupted for
28 points in the third stanza as the margin grew at 22-point mark with
one quarter remaining. Jordan did not slow down in the final frame
rolling to a comfortable win at the end.
Osama Daghles (198-G-79, college:
Midwestern St.) had 17 points, while
Rasheim Wright (194-G-81, college:
District of Col.) added 15 points for Jordan.
Li Wei Chee (186-F-85) responded with 13 points for Malaysia.
Shee Fai Loh (192-G-89) netted 12 points in defeat.
South Korea - UAE 102:54 South Korea registered the second consecutive win at the
William Jones Cup. They fired past UAE to improve at 2-0 record. Five
players scored in double figures for South Korea.
Oh Sek-Eun (201-C-87) came up with 16 points and 7 rebounds to lead
the charge.
South Korea gave little chance for UAE. The Korean team posted a 28:10
lead after opening ten minutes. South Korea maintained the pressure
throughout the second frame. They piled up a 54:17 halftime lead. South
Korea boosted the gap to 45 points with one quarter remaining and
strolled to the victory at the end.
Lee Jung-Suk (184-G-82) notched 13 points for South Korea.
Stevenson Cameron (200-F-75, agency:
Alti Sport, college:
Richmond) and
Kang Byung-Hyun (193-G/F-85) added 12 points apiece in the victory.
Qais Omar (195-C-91) responded with 11 points for UAE.
Khalifa Salem (175-G-91) netted 10 points and pulled down 8 rebounds
in the loss.
Iran - Japan 77:58 Iran celebrated the first win at the William Jones Cup in
Taiwan. They overcame Japan for 1-1 record.
Javad Davari (185-G-83) scored 12 points to lead balanced effort
from the winners. Japan fell at 0-2 record at the tournament.
Iran started the game aggressively. They limited Japan to 13 points in
the opening frame to build a 9-point lead 22:13. Iran continued to
dominate defensively. They limited Japan to only 8 points in the second
term posting a 37:21 halftime lead. Japan increased the tempo in the
third term but Iran easily matched the effort. Veselin Matic team
unloaded 30 points in the period to enter the final period up by 22
points. Japan managed to outscore Iran in the fourth frame but never
threatened the margin.
Oshin Sahakian (201-F-86, agency:
Agency No 10),
Mahdi Kamrani (186-G-82) and
Asghar Kardoust (212-C-86) delivered 10 points each in the victory.
Keijuro Matsui (188-G-85, college:
Columbia) responded with 11 points for Japan.
Fumio Nishimura (177-G-86) added 8 points in the loss.
Philippines - Taiwan 90:78
Philippines posted the second win in a row at William Jones Cup. They
outlasted Taiwan for 2-0 record on top of the ladder.
Marcus Douthit (211-F/C-80, college:
Providence) scored 23 points and grabbed 9 rebounds to lead the
winners. Taiwan fell at 1-1 record after the defeat.
Philippines jumped to an early lead. They ended the opening quarter
leading by four points 21:17. Philippines shifted the gear in the second
term. The visitors erupted for 28 points to establish a 49:36 halftime
advantage. Taiwan tried hard but could not change the complexion of the
game in the third term. Philippines stayed in charge building a 14-point
cushion with one quarter remaining. Taiwan cut the deficit in the fourth
term but could not threaten Philippines as they drove to the victory at
the end.
Japeth Aguilar (208-C-85, college:
W.Kentucky) notched 12 points, while
Joseph Casio (177-PG-86) added 10 points in the win.
Chen Hsin-An (196-G/F-80) responded with 17 points for Taiwan.
Wen-Ting Tseng (202-C/F-84) provided 14 points and 8 rebounds in the
loss.
Jordan - UAE 91:72
Jordan stormed past UAE to post the opening win at the William Jones
Cup.
Rasheim Wright (194-G-81, college:
District of Col.) stepped up with 15 points to pace Tab Baldwin
team.
The teams stayed close throughout the first half. Jordan earned an 18:14
lead ten minutes into the game. They maintained the lead posting a 36:29
halftime advantage. But Jordan stepped on the gas in the third quarter.
They fired 31 points to clear off to a 17-point distance at the final
break. UAE never recovered as Jordan rallied to a comfortable win at the
end.
Abbas Zaid (203-F-83) accounted for 14 points, while
Ali Zaghab (205-F/C-88) stepped up with 12 points for the winners.
Omar Khalid (190-F-91) responded with 19 points for UAE.
Husain Ahmed (180-G-89),
Mohamed Al Braiki (190-G-91),
Ibrahim Ahmad (175-G-79) and
Rashed Al Zaabi (188-G-88) all scored 9 points each in the loss.
South Korea - Malaysia 110:50
South Korea victoriously opened their William Jones Cup campaign. They
fired past Malaysia on the first day of action in New Taipei City. Five
players scored in double digits for South Korea.
Kang Byung-Hyun (193-G/F-85) scored 17 points to lead the effort.
South Korea eased to a comfortable lead early in the encounter. They
posted a 26:7 lead after ten minutes. More to come in the second term.
South Korea limited their opponents to just two points in the second
quarter to establish a 53:9 halftime lead. South Korea breezed to the
victory afterwards.
Cho Sung-Min (189-F-83) produced 16 points, while Lee Jung-Suk
netted 11 points, issued 6 assists and pulled down 6 rebounds in the
victory.
Li Wei Chee (186-F-85) responded with 12 points for Malaysia.
Ban Sin Ooi (180-G/F-83) and
Yeo Seng John Ng (190-F-81) had 7 points each in the loss.
Philippines - Iran 73:59
Philippines earned the first win at the William Jones Cup. They overcame
Iran in the opener.
Marcus Douthit (211-F/C-80, college:
Providence) stepped up with 24 points and 11 rebounds to pace the
winners.
Philippines limited Iran to 12 points in the opening quarter posting a
5-point lead at the first break. Iran increased the tempo in the second
period but Philippines easily matched it. They registered a 37:30
halftime lead. Iran, who played without Nikkhah, scored just 8 points in
the third frame to face a 16-point deficit with one quarter remaining.
Iran outscored Philippines in the fourth quarter but never threatened
the margin at the end.
Andy Barroca (176-F/C-86) scored 13 points and grabbed 7 rebounds,
while
Joseph Casio (177-PG-86) added 11 points for Philippines.
Hamed Haddadi (218-C-85) responded with game-high 25 points and 9
rebounds for Iran.
Mahdi Kamrani (186-G-82) netted 18 points in defeat.
Taiwan - Japan 99:72
Taiwan recorded the first win at the William Jones Cup. The hosts
thrashed Japan in the opener.
Creighton Douglas (195-F-85) stepped up with 18 points to pace the
effort.
Taiwan set the tone early. They outgunned Japan 21:13 in the opening ten
minutes. Taiwan boosted the margin to 12 points at the interval 43:31.
Taiwan did not slow down in the third quarter. The home team fired 33
points and arrived at the final intermission up by as many as 22 points.
Japan could not pick up the tempo and suffered a heavy defeat at the
end.
Wen-Ting Tseng (202-C/F-84) contributed 15 points for Taiwan.
Lu Cheng-Ju (194-F-86) had 12 points in the victory.
Keijuro Matsui (188-G-85, college:
Columbia) responded with 13 points for Japan.
Yuta Watanabe (195-G-94) knocked down 12 points in the loss.
Iran wins 2011 William Jones Cup (Photo: fibaasia.net)
