BuzzerBeater Forums

Continuation of NBBA Season 70 – Day 10 Recap…

Final Word
Day 10 flipped the NBBA landscape: the Great 8 dominated the road, with six teams stealing wins away from home — a rarity in a league defined by home-court advantage. Splash Gang powered through a shorthanded Visionaries squad, the Jumpstop Jumpers rode Petrescu’s explosive masterpiece, and the Silverbacks, Cavaliers, TarTeam, and Mill City all tightened their playoff positioning with polished road performances. With Cup week imminent, momentum has clearly shifted — and the Great 8 are pushing the hardest.

It’s cool to see the evolution of these from the start of last season to now. Adding in info about resting starters for cup plus transfers plus injuries really makes these more fun and accurate. Nice job fine tuning the prompts, it really shows up in the recaps!

Next round:

The LA Lions @ Arizona Desert Storm (II.1)
10inch Vertical vs. The Phantom Thieves (II.1)
ExplosiveBubbleWrap vs. Mos Eisley Imperials (II.3)

Mill City Thunder @ Sons of Ipswich (III.6)
Visionaries @ Seaside Sharks (III.10)
Stark Contrast vs. Germantown Gerbils (III.12)
Delaware 87ers vs. The Windrunners (III.12)
TarTeam @ MORNINGZZZ (III.16)

Splash Gang @ Moonlighter 1 (IV.1)
Jumpstop Jumpers vs. Retired_ (IV.22)

GL!

NBBA Season 70 – Day 11 Recap (Saturday, November 22, 2025)
by Buzz Beat Daily

Starks and Splash Gang Claim the Only Road Wins on a Balanced Night
Day 11 brought a return to normalcy in the NBBA, with home teams dominating across the board — except for two standouts. Stark Contrast and Splash Gang were the only squads to capture road victories, further highlighting how rare away wins remain this season. Jumpstop Jumpers again rested key players for Cup preservation, while several contenders tightened rotations to keep momentum before the upcoming Cup rounds.

TarTeam Control the Pace to Beat 10inch Vertical
TarTeam continued their strong form with a steady 91–77 road win over 10inch Vertical. Their disciplined half-court execution kept Vertical’s offense contained, while Wheatley and Kruger powered a consistent scoring rhythm. TarTeam look locked in ahead of Cup play.

Stark Contrast Dominate Resting Jumpstop
With Jumpstop Jumpers sitting several rotation players to stay fresh for the Cup, Stark Contrast took full advantage in an 85–51 victory. Valentin steered the offense while Stark’s pressure defense produced a season-high 11 steals. Starks climb to 5–4 and continue rediscovering their early-season identity.

Lords Outmuscle the Kings Knights Behind Rivera’s Arrival Momentum
The Los Angeles Lords rolled into Kings Knights territory and delivered a commanding 105–87 win. Newly acquired Spanish SF Carlos Rivera didn’t even need a breakout scoring night — his arrival has clearly energized the roster. Nicomedes controlled the boards, and the Lords’ physicality proved too much for the Knights’ perimeter-oriented attack.

Visionaries Survive the Lions in a Shootout
The Visionaries edged out the LA Lions 106–97 thanks to a huge night from Timm (33 points) and a 12-assist masterclass from Dirk. The Lions shot well but struggled to contain Visionaries’ guard penetration late. Visionaries stay competitive despite recent rotation experimentation.

Silverbacks Escape ETBU in a Defensive Grind
In the closest game of the night, the Silverbacks held on 81–79 behind an absurd 22-rebound, 6-assist, 4-steal performance from R. Jones. ETBU battled hard behind Kangshan’s 6 blocks, but the ’Backs’ interior defense sealed it late. Another gritty win for one of the league’s toughest defensive squads.

Splash Gang Smash the 87ers as Pop Leads the Charge
Splash Gang were one of only two teams to win on the road, beating the Delaware 87ers 92–71. Pop delivered 5 steals while Kozin continued his elite interior passing. SG’s blend of athletic pressure and rebounding overwhelmed Delaware from the second quarter onward.

Mill City Crush EBW Behind a Balanced Two-Way Effort
Mill City Thunder hammered ExplosiveBubbleWrap 114–67 in the most lopsided result of the night. Their depth shined again, with several role players stepping up while Prescott did all he could for EBW (19 points, 19 rebounds). Mill City’s Cup momentum is building fast.

Cavaliers Destroy Wobbles, Irizarry Shines
The Cavaliers delivered the best team performance of the evening in a 117–65 rout of the Wobbles. Irizarry dropped 32 points with ease, and Virginia’s frontcourt overwhelmed Wobbles on the glass. This win pushes the Cavs closer to the top tier of NBBA contenders.

Final Word
Day 11 saw home teams dominate, with only Stark Contrast and Splash Gang breaking through on the road. Jumpstop again rested for Cup week, while major contenders — TarTeam, Mill City, Cavaliers, Silverbacks, and the revitalized Lords — strengthened their positioning heading into a crucial stretch of the season.

NBBA Season 70 – Day 12 Recap (Tuesday, November 25, 2025)
by Buzz Beat Daily

Lords Deliver the Only Road Win on a Cup-Influenced Night
Day 12 was shaped heavily by Cup strategy, roster shakeups, and rest management. Visionaries fully rested their starters ahead of their national Cup matchup, ETBU played extremely short-handed after offloading much of their supporting cast, and several contenders took a conservative approach with minutes. Meanwhile, Jumpstop Jumpers showcased their newest acquisition — 25-year-old Lithuanian SF Antanas Polešcukas, signed for $2.16 million after dealing away longtime SG Cătălin Petrescu. As home-court advantage continued to dominate league play, the Los Angeles Lords stood alone as the only team to break through on the road.

10inch Vertical Run Through Resting Visionaries
With Visionaries treating the night strictly as Cup preparation and sitting their starting unit, 10inch Vertical recorded one of the most lopsided wins of the season. Their size and physicality overwhelmed the reserves, and Bascur (25 points, 21 rebounds) and Papakonstantinou (8 blocks) controlled every possession in a commanding 124–32 victory.

Lords Crush Shorthanded ETBU in Lone Road Victory
The Los Angeles Lords continued their surge with a dominant 132–64 road win over ETBU. With the Tigers operating with a skeleton roster after selling multiple rotation players, LA had full control from the opening tip. Rivera’s recent arrival has clearly energized the locker room, and the Lords’ offense flowed effortlessly as they secured the night’s only away win.

Wobbles Outwork Jumpstop as New Era Begins
Jumpstop Jumpers fielded their regular rotation — now featuring newly signed Lithuanian forward Antanas Polešcukas — but still struggled to find offensive rhythm in a 92–70 loss. The Wobbles capitalized on Jumpstop’s adjustment period, winning behind balanced scoring and improved defensive structure. With the Polešcukas era beginning, Jumpstop will look to regain momentum quickly.

Stark Contrast Outlast Silverbacks at Home
Stark Contrast kept rolling with a 78–63 home win, their defense again setting the tone. Despite Kyle’s impressive 30-point effort for the Silverbacks, Starks’ balance and discipline carried them to 7–5 on the season as they continue climbing the Great 8 ladder.

Splash Gang Handle Mill City as Both Manage Rotations
Splash Gang and Mill City Thunder both reduced minutes for several rotation pieces to stay healthy for Cup play. SG’s depth and pace were enough to secure a 79–64 victory, aided by Anderson’s sharp playmaking. Even on a light-rotation night, SG’s tempo advantage remained clear.

Kings Knights Outduel TarTeam Behind Short’s Strong Night
Kings Knights earned a 103–92 home win over TarTeam thanks to a standout performance from G. Short. With the franchise signaling a soft tank by listing star José Carandil and big man Jacob Elrod on the market, this win offered a rare bright spot as the roster prepares for coming changes.

LA Lions Pull Away Late to Beat Delaware
The LA Lions posted a steady 102–87 victory over the 87ers, fueled by Parišauskas’s efficient all-around command of the offense. Delaware kept it close early, but scoring droughts in the second half again proved decisive.

ExplosiveBubbleWrap Power Past Cavaliers
ExplosiveBubbleWrap finished the night with a strong 93–75 home win over the Cavaliers. EBW’s pace, physicality, and bench production carried them through, strengthening their hold atop the Big 8 with an 8–4 record.

Continuation on the next post…

Last edited by Kukas at 11/26/2025 12:17:26 AM

Continuation of NBBA Season 70 – Day 12 Recap…

Final Word
Day 12 revolved around Cup priorities and roster moves — Visionaries sitting their core, ETBU operating with a bare-bones roster, and Jumpstop debuting Polešcukas after a major backcourt shakeup. Home teams kept control across the league, with the Lords standing as the lone road victors. As the Cup approaches, teams continue reshaping themselves for the pivotal midseason stretch.

Tournament Round 7:

Stark Contrast @ Jumpstop Jumpers

Mill City Thunder @ Deronimo (II.2)

ExplosiveBubbleWrap vs. Rogues (III.2)
Splash Gang vs. Eternityz Rostah (III.13)
10inch Vertical vs. Big Forest (III.16)

TarTeam @ Kentucky Cyclones (IV.9)
The LA Lions @ RiverCity Dragons (IV.10)
Visionaries @ MSU Bulldogs (IV.59)

NBBA Season 70 – Day 13 Recap (Saturday, November 29, 2025)
by Buzz Beat Daily

Lords Dominate, EBW and Knights Earn Rare Road Wins on a Night of Rest, Revenge, and Roster Shakeups
Day 13 unfolded as one of the strangest and most storyline-heavy nights of the season. Multiple teams unexpectedly rested lineups despite this being an All-Star Week single-game schedule. Splash Gang fielded scrubs against the division-leading Cavaliers. Stark Contrast sat their starters for unknown reasons shortly after acquiring defensive prospect Ersin Çevikel for $1 million. And shorthanded teams — including EBW and the post-selloff Kings Knights — rose to the challenge with rare and determined road victories.

Roster news was everywhere: Kings Knights officially moved on from José Carandil and Jacob Elrod. ETBU Tigers began rebuilding by adding Nigerian NT point guard Robert Diallo for $900k and guard Huang Rongtian. EBW sold Glenn Prescott for $897,100. Meanwhile, Jumpstop Jumpers lost key guard Dano Cho to a facial cut, sidelining him for an estimated 12–24 days.

On the court, the league saw two uncommon road wins — EBW and the revenge-driven Kings Knights

87ers Take Down 10inch Vertical at Home
Delaware earned one of their best wins of the season, defeating 10inch Vertical 96–87 on their home court. Behind relentless rebounding and superior composure in the final minutes, the 87ers protected their gym and handed Vertical a frustrating road loss. While not a road upset, the victory still stands out given Vertical’s usual dominance against lower-ranked opponents.

Lords Obliterate Stark Contrast in a Stunning 116–32 Road Smash
Los Angeles Lords demolished Stark Contrast in one of the biggest away blowouts in league history, 116–32. Starks — shockingly benching their starters during a week with only one scheduled game — stood no chance. LA’s defense, led by Rivera, suffocated every possession. The addition of Çevikel bodes well long-term for Starks, but this one was never competitive

Kings Knights Earn Revenge vs Visionaries in Determined Road Triumph
Playing with a shorthanded roster after selling both Carandil and Elrod, the Kings Knights dug deep to defeat the Visionaries 97–80 on the road. The win carried emotional weight — the Knights were knocked out early in the Cup by Visionaries, and this matchup doubled as a chance to strike back. Short’s steady leadership and the team’s effort-driven defense made the difference as the soft-tank era begins with surprising grit.

Mill City Edges LA Lions Behind a 45-Point Explosion
Mill City Thunder won a tough 103–96 battle at home against the LA Lions, powered by Quiroz’s monstrous 45-point performance. LA kept the game tight, but Mill City’s elite trio closed strong to remain in the playoff push.

TarTeam Outguns Rebuilding ETBU Tigers
TarTeam overpowered ETBU 120–99 in a matchup defined by ETBU’s newly assembled roster. Diallo showed immediate flashes of national-team-caliber play, and Rongtian provided stability, but chemistry will take time. TarTeam controlled the paint and tempo throughout.

Cavaliers Destroy Splash Gang After SG Fields Backup Lineup
Virginia Cavaliers crushed Splash Gang 136–25 in perhaps the most lopsided mismatch of the season. With Splash Gang unexpectedly fielding scrubs against the division leaders, the Cavaliers racked up season-high numbers across the board. Saucedo’s 29-point, 30-rebound, 5-block masterpiece stole the show.

Continuation on the next post…

Continuation of NBBA Season 70 – Day 13 Recap…

EBW Earn Gritty Road Win Over Jumpstop; Cho Injured
ExplosiveBubbleWrap secured one of the night’s two rare road victories, beating the Jumpstop Jumpers 90–77. EBW’s physicality and interior presence held firm throughout. Jumpstop’s night unraveled early when guard Dano Cho suffered a facial cut, sidelining him for 12–24 days. With Polešcukas settling in and Cho now out, Jumpstop’s backcourt depth is suddenly thin.

Silverbacks Lock Down Wobbles to Stay in the Hunt
Silverbacks handled the Wobbles 97–78 with disciplined defense and steady scoring. Figueres and Masters again provided the frontcourt backbone the team hoped for, helping them stay firmly in Great 8 contention.

Final Word
Day 13 delivered rare road wins, unusual rest strategies, and meaningful shifts in team direction. EBW and Kings Knights both earned determined, high-effort victories away from home, while the Lords unleashed one of the most dominant road performances in recent memory. With roster reshuffling accelerating and several teams experimenting with rotations despite a light schedule, the season’s middle stretch is tightening — and unpredictability is now at its peak.

Good doing business with you! I’ll gladly face a Fornos revenge game if we’re both lucky enough to make the finals.