U21 NT - Update
Our two first matches against Iran and Ghana both delivered us a win. In the consolation tournament we are currently 12th, above countries like France, Spain and Russia..
Iran - Austria 83 - 101
Our comb Kempf-Hu-Schwarz was HOT this match, with Kempf top-scorer 38 pts (65%). On the other hand, our inside defense could be better. The Iranian C was there top-player with 22 pts, and there SF had the most rebounds (20). Satisfied with this first win.
Austria - Ghana 50 - 0
Not much to tell, as Ghana has no active teams and therefore no U21. Reglementary 50 - 0 win.
Upcoming matches
And the positive news is that we are lucky with the next matches. We will play the following countries:
U.A.E. (75)
There 'top-players' are mostly PF /C and have a salary-range between 13 k. and 6 k. Should be a win.
Bahamas (80)
The Bahamas Roster is equal to the U.A.E. Roster. Big men and no guards. Again a game which we should win.
Argentina (26)
You can't win them all. Argentina has a very strong team, i foresee a loss this game.
Greece (27)
Currently 27th on the worldrank, first in the Consolation tournament. But there team is not as impressive as Argentina.
Could we make a surprise this match?
Wales (95)
The welsh have a weak team, again mostly focused inside. Top player Ross Perlstein (10K., PF). Shouldn't be a
problem, but we have to watch out for underestimation.
Senegal (70)
More of the same, a weak team, but beware! They can surprise!
Looking at this schedule, we should make it to the next round! I'm happy with 2 losses, but will try to make the 'surprise'.