BCB TEAM OF THE WEEK (LEAGUE, WEEK 6)
This week’s BCB Team of the Week features five players who delivered outstanding individual performances and posted impressive numbers across the country.
Nino Hernandez – Worthing Thunder
The top-scoring effort of the weekend came from Nino Hernandez of Worthing Thunder, who scored a sensational 40 points. But his statline didn’t end there, as he shot a phenomenal 15-for-17 from the field, including hitting all seven of his three-point attempts, while adding six rebounds and two assists in Worthing’s 109-93 win over the Essex Rebels.
Zack Powell – City of Birmingham Rockets
Representing City of Birmingham Rockets, Zack Powell earned his place after an impressive all-round display in his side’s 92-81 win over the Milton Keynes Breakers. Powell finished with 29 points, four rebounds and five assists, while also recording seven steals, making an impact at both ends of the floor.
Luke House – Newcastle Knights
The BCB Player of the Month for September, Luke House of Newcastle Knights, put together a superb 38-point performance in his side’s 102-99 overtime win over the Loughborough Riders. House also had four rebounds and seven assists, showcasing his ability to score while creating opportunities for his teammates in an epic showing.
Joe Ostrowsky – Worthing Thunder
Hernandez’s team-mate Joe Ostrowsky also made the Team of the Week after an excellent playmaking performance. Recording 11 points, eight rebounds, and an incredible 16 assists, along with four steals, Ostrowsky demonstrated his ability to control the game and involve his teammates.
Jabari Nurse – Hemel Storm
Completing this week's line-up is Jabari Nurse of the Hemel Storm. Nurse chipped in with 18 points and six rebounds, and his defensive intensity was particularly impressive as he got seven steals to end the Aldermore Reading Rockets’ unbeaten start to the season while continuing Hemel’s, as they overpowered the Berkshire side 99-76.