BCB TEAM OF THE WEEK (LEAGUE, WEEK 3)
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This week’s BCB Team of the Week is packed with outstanding individual performances.
From all-round brilliance to defensive dominance, five players stood out from the crowd with performances worthy of attention.
Justin Hopkins – Worthing Thunder
Justin Hopkins’ incredible 43-point explosion against the Nottingham Hoods was the highest-scoring individual display of the week, showcasing his ability to take over a game offensively. Hopkins also added seven assists, creating opportunities for his teammates, and three steals, making his presence felt defensively, as the south coast outfit collected a thrilling 115-106 win.
Corey Johnson – Yorkshire Dragons
Corey Johnson delivered a superb all-round performance for Yorkshire Dragons, coming agonisingly close to a triple-double in their 95-85 win against the Newcastle Knights on Saturday. He finished with 31 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, showcasing his ability to consistently score at an elite level.
Ben Baker-McCann – Bristol Hurricanes
After being out through injury, Ben Baker-McCann is marking his return to action for the Bristol Hurricanes in their 91-83 success against the Dragons on Sunday, putting together an all-round line of 24 points, eight rebounds and six assists, demonstrating his willingness to impact the game in several ways.
Zain Poorman – London Cavaliers
Zain Poorman put in a strong showing for the London Cavaliers against the Loughborough Riders, combining efficient-looking all-round numbers with a valuable presence on the boards. His 20 points led the way offensively, while nine rebounds and four assists highlighted his ability to contribute beyond scoring, as he led the Cavs to an 85-80 triumph.
Joe Ostrowsky – Worthing Thunder
The Thunder make it a double selection, with Hopkins’ team-mate Joe Ostrowsky producing a remarkable performance against the Hoods. Ostrowsky recorded 21 points and an impressive 10 assists for a double-double, while his six steals highlighted his disruptive defensive impact.
