The LBA DII witnessed a statement win this week, and it came from a surprising source: the newly formed Global Spartans. Inheriting the legacy of the ELWA Spartans, this young team is quickly proving they’re a force to be reckoned with. While their official name change to Global Pythons comes next season, their bite is already on display.
Results
| Team | T |
|---|---|
| King George Knights | 49 |
| Global Spartans | 65 |
Their 65-49 victory over King George Knights wasn’t just about the win itself, but the manner of their victory. The Spartans dominated the paint, converting a sizzling 62.2% of their shots down low. They weren’t shy from beyond the arc either, knocking down over 41% of their three-pointers. This offensive firepower was backed by a relentless pursuit of the boards, grabbing a staggering 38 rebounds compared to the Knights’ 22.
Stephen Bowman spearheaded the attack, dropping a team-high 18 points along with 9 rebounds and 2 assists.
While the win itself wasn’t a complete shock (King George Knights, despite upsets over top contenders, hold a losing record), the dominant way they achieved it certainly raised eyebrows. This begs the question: Can the Global Spartans find their shooting touch consistently and make a late-season push for the playoffs?
Sitting at 4-4 and currently in 10th place, they’re just two games back of the coveted 8th spot that secures a playoff berth. Their remaining schedule offers opportunities, but replicating this level of offensive efficiency will be crucial.
Here’s what to watch for:
- Can they maintain their hot shooting? While their paint dominance is impressive, a consistent three-point threat will be key to playoff success.
- Will their defense hold up? While they hounded the Knights on the boards, their overall defensive consistency remains a question mark.
- Can they build on this momentum? Confidence is contagious, and riding this wave could propel them up the standings.
The LBA DII landscape just got a little more interesting. The Global Spartans have shown their potential, and with a bit of shooting luck and defensive improvement, they could become a real threat in the playoff race. Buckle up, LBA fans, because the fight for the top 8 just got a whole lot more exciting!
King George Knights
| # | Player | Position | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 2PM | 2PA | 2P% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OFF | DEF | TO | PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Blessing Hallie | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Joe C. Zegaar | - | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 5 | Webster Diakpo | - | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 25.0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 6 | Adolphus Bargue | - | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 100.0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Musa Kanneh | - | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 66.7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| 10 | Cephus Wolo Jr | - | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 100.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | John Massaquoi | - | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 100.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 12 | Will Gbelema | - | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 33.3 | 2 | 5 | 40.0 | 3 | 6 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 13 | Stanley Kinzeh | - | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 100.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Clarance Yarsiah | - | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 80.0 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 49 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 30 | 56.7 | 3 | 11 | 27.3 | 6 | 14 | 42.9 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 7 |
Global Spartans
| # | Player | Position | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 2PM | 2PA | 2P% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OFF | DEF | TO | PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Mickey Davies | - | 13 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 50.0 | 3 | 4 | 75.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Zack M. Sieh | - | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 100.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| Stephen Bowman | - | 18 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 77.8 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 1 | 1 | 100.0 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 2 | |
| 13 | Fabio Kulah | - | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2 | Valentine Collins | - | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 66.7 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 0 | Othello Sherman | - | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 50.0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 11 | David Togbe | Guard | 6 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 100.0 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Sami Jamal | - | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| 10 | Smythe Saywon | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 3 | Quaie George | - | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 8 | Varney Kamara | - | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 80.0 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 65 | 38 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 23 | 37 | 62.2 | 5 | 12 | 41.7 | 4 | 6 | 66.7 | 15 | 23 | 7 | 12 |