The Last Dance Dominates as League Play Heats Up in Anaheim
The Last Dance asserted their authority this week, turning their matchup against My Condolences into a one-sided affair. In a game defined by overwhelming efficiency and defensive pressure, The Last Dance cruised to a 59–23 victory, marking a massive 36-point margin. Zaid Dadabhoy paced the winning side with 16 points on 7-of-10 shooting, while Zeeshan Hyder added 9 points and 7 rebounds. The Last Dance moved the ball well, with Hameed Naseri chipping in 3 assists and 2 steals. For My Condolences, Zayd Salem and Yahya Azar each managed 6 points in a difficult outing where the team struggled to find a rhythm against a disciplined defense.
The Last Dance 59, My Condolences 23
The Last Dance controlled every aspect of the floor from the opening tip. Beyond Dadabhoy’s primary scoring efforts, Raja Rabat contributed 15 points, and Ahmed Chawla provided a spark from deep by knocking down two triples. My Condolences faced constant disruption, as Hameed Naseri and Shahbaz Khan combined for four steals for the victors. Yanal Zakarni matched the 6-point effort of his teammates, but the team could not overcome the defensive intensity of the opposition. The 36-point gap reflects the total control established by The Last Dance throughout the contest.
Poole Party 83, Legal Lions 68
Poole Party utilized a balanced offensive attack to overcome the Legal Lions in a high-scoring 83–68 contest. Faris Bustami spearheaded the effort with 17 points, supported by 15 points each from Azaan Khan and Ayman Suliman. The team also received a sharp shooting performance from Mohammad Shafi, who went a perfect 4-of-4 from beyond the arc. Despite the loss, the Legal Lions saw Haroon Khaliqi erupt for 21 points, including five three-pointers. Jacob Guzman played a complete game for the Lions, recording a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds, while Eesa Baig added 17 points in the losing effort.
Levant 57, PTSD 52
In a tighter affair, Levant secured a 57–52 victory over PTSD. Ali Ankir led the way for Levant with a game-high 20 points and 6 rebounds, while Rami Awad contributed 14 points and 2 steals. Sigli Amadu provided crucial interior production, adding 12 points to help keep Levant in front. PTSD kept the game competitive through the sharpshooting of Abrahem Haidar, who hit four three-pointers on his way to 21 points. Poyesh Rahmani facilitated the offense with 16 points and 5 assists, but Levant’s ability to convert at the charity stripe ultimately proved to be the difference-maker.
Gaza City 63, Bucket Cartel 51
Gaza City earned a 63–51 win against the Bucket Cartel behind a potent backcourt performance. Alex Carmon recorded 23 points and 9 rebounds, while Alexis Moore hit four three-pointers to finish with 22 points. Anis Shillah helped anchor the defensive side with 2 steals and a block. Ayaan Ismail fought hard for the Bucket Cartel, posting 23 points and 5 rebounds, while Yousif Zanana impacted the game defensively with 3 blocks. Despite a late push, the Cartel could not overcome the early deficit created by the Gaza City perimeter shooting.
Most Hated 68, Al Aqsanauts 55
Most Hated utilized a dominant playmaking performance to pull away from the Al Aqsanauts in a 68–55 victory. Sohaym Khan led the scoring with 20 points, including four shots from long range, while Arman Nazarzai chipped in 16 points. The game was largely dictated by Omar Almoukdad, who controlled the court with 15 rebounds and 9 assists. The Al Aqsanauts were led by a strong double-double from Waleed Khaliq, who posted 18 points and 14 rebounds. Sabri Elfarra also added 19 points in the loss, but the team struggled to contain the multi-faceted attack from the opposition.
Akhwan 59, Washed Kings 55
The week’s closest matchup saw Akhwan edge out the Washed Kings in a 59–55 thriller. Akhwan relied on the scoring of Aamir Ansari, who notched 18 points, and Adam Torki, who added 19 points on 7-of-15 shooting. Yasser Harmoush provided 10 points to round out the offensive output for the victors. The Washed Kings were led by Aaman Soma’s 24-point performance, which kept his team within striking distance until the final buzzer. Eli Nyeazi added 11 points and 3 steals for the Kings, but Akhwan’s consistency under pressure secured the four-point win.
League Honors
The league saw impressive individual contributions this week, headlined by Omar Almoukdad, who posted the week’s best line with 7 points, 15 rebounds, and 9 assists for Most Hated. Statistical leaders across the board were active, with Aaman Soma leading all scorers with 24 points, while Waleed Khaliq and Jacob Guzman both notched double-doubles. Defensively, Yousif Zanana led the league with 3 blocks, while Yahia Sufian, Iziah Valenzuela, and Eli Nyeazi each tied for the lead in steals with 3 apiece.
Looking Ahead
The schedule intensifies next week with a heavyweight clash as the 2-0 Poole Party prepare to face the 2-0 The Last Dance. Both teams remain undefeated and will look to maintain their position at the top of the standings in this marquee matchup.