Kelevi Loterbauer has been voted as an all-star for the Jacks for the 1st time. Loterbauer averaged 16.5ppg, 10.0rpg and 1.2apg.
Headlines for Kelevi Loterbauer
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Loterbauer selected as an All-Star
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Jacks Edge Out Cloud in Thrilling Preseason Battle
In a nail-biting preseason matchup, the Jacks edged out the Cloud 124-122. The game unfolded like a chess match, each team trading baskets and the lead throughout.
Kelevi Loterbauer exploded for 30 points, leading the Jacks' offensive charge. He painted the court with his efficient shooting, hitting 12 of 16 attempts and burying both of his three-pointers. Pace Powlett provided timely support, raining down six threes for a 20-point contribution. Ryder Tekell orchestrated the offense with smooth passing, adding 14 points and setting up teammates for 7 assists.
The Jacks' offense hummed like a well-oiled machine, shooting over 50% from the field and nearly 60% from behind the arc. However, the Cloud refused to surrender. Giancarlo Tauares battled valiantly, scoring 23 points through grit and determination. Baez Maldonaldo's four threes kept the Cloud in the hunt, his shooting adding 21 points to the scoreboard. Migel Gibler chipped in another 18, ensuring the Cloud remained a constant threat.
The first half was a close affair, with both teams exchanging the lead like handshakes. In the third quarter, the Jacks found their offensive groove, outscoring the Cloud 32-20. Powlett's three-point barrage during this stretch proved pivotal, turning the tide in the Jacks' favor.
Despite the loss, the Cloud showed glimpses of their potential. Their aggressive defense forced the Jacks into 14 turnovers, compared to their own 20. Migel Gibler's relentless hustle on the boards secured 17 rebounds, giving the Cloud second-chance opportunities.
Both teams walk away with valuable takeaways. The Jacks, while showcasing their offensive firepower, need to tighten up their defense. The Cloud, despite their fighting spirit, must learn to capitalize on their rebounding advantage and convert turnovers into points.
As the regular season approaches, this preseason battle serves as a tantalizing appetizer for what's to come. The Jacks' electrifying offense and the Cloud's unwavering grit promise to be a captivating storyline throughout the year. Get ready, basketball fans, because the main course is about to be served!
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Kelevi Loterbauer re-signs with Jacks
Kelevi Loterbauer has signed on to play for another 2 seasons with the Jacks for a contract worth $12,262,500 per season.
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Loterbauer injured, will miss at least 9 games.
Kelevi Loterbauer injured his knee in the Jacks game against the Eclipse. He is expected to miss 9-10 games.
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Elite, or just smoke and mirrors?
Coach Hasheem leads a retooled Jacks team that has blazed to a 5-1 start, the best start in 18 seasons. They have already tied their win total from the entirety of the last season which saw them go 5-30.
They have proved to be an offensive powerhouse scoring over 122ppg with their only loss coming to the champion Badgers in the season opener.
They waived old-timers Brady Preston and Hiram Jurasz during the offseason in favor of a bevy of the most coveted free agents. Kirk Payton who was looking for a major role is scoring a career high 28.7ppg in his 7th season. Wael Freiseis in his 6th season signed a $22m deal for this season and is scoring 21.8ppg. Kelevi Loterbauer is putting up career numbers after shifting around to now his 4th team. He also has a deal for just one season. The experienced 12th season vet Corrado Malmin has finally got his time to shine after a solid role career winning a championship with the Badgers last season and 2 others early on. He came cheap at just $1.6m for the season and is scoring 21.3ppg.Holdovers Jiovanni Postley , Escipion Smidt and Pillan Colantuono are also all playing some of their best basketball in their reduced roles, while draft pick Pace Powlett has been solid coming off the bench.
At first glance, the Jacks seem to be one of the elite teams, but look a little closer and it may be smoke and mirrors. While the team can put up points with the best, they have also allowed their fair share of points, only holding teams to 110ppg and their opponents have outshot them on the perimeter. Add to that, all 5 wins have come against teams that are collectively 4-27. The face the Moles in what will be a true barometer of where the team really stacks up.
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Loterbauer agrees to deal with Jacks
The Jacks have signed Kelevi Loterbauer to the team in a deal worth $8,700,000 per season for 1 season.
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Kelevi Loterbauer contract declined
Kelevi Loterbauer has declined to negotiate with the Eclipse. He will instead head into free agency to test the waters. He will be looking for a salary around $8,300,000.
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Loterbauer injured, will miss at least 1 game.
Kelevi Loterbauer injured his head in the Eclipse game against the Impact.
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Loterbauer agrees to deal with Eclipse
The Eclipse have signed Kelevi Loterbauer to the team in a deal worth $1,800,000 per season for 1 season.
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Wranglers waive Kelevi Loterbauer
The Wranglers have waived Kelevi Loterbauer from their roster. Kelevi posted 1.1 PPG, with 1.5 rebounds and 0.1 assists while playing 6.0 minutes per game during this season with the team.
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Loterbauer traded to Wranglers from Cheery O's for Wassil
The Cheery O's have reached a deal with the Wranglers that will send Kelevi Loterbauer, a season 17, 2nd round draft pick, and a season 18, 2nd round draft pick to the Wranglers in exchange for Dooley Wassil.
Loterbauer averaged 1.2 PPG, 0.9 rebounds and 0.2 assists in 4.6 minutes per game. Wassil averaged 0.4 PPG, 0.7 rebounds and 0.1 assists in 1.9 minutes per game.
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Chillis traded to Cloud from Cheery O's for Tomaszczyk,Loterbauer
The Cheery O's have reached a deal with the Cloud that will send Rylan Chillis, a season 18, 2nd round draft pick, and a season 20, 2nd round draft pick to the Cloud in exchange for Karter Tomaszczyk, Kelevi Loterbauer, a season 17, 2nd round draft pick, and a season 18, 2nd round draft pick.
Chillis averaged 33.2 PPG, 4.7 rebounds and 3.6 assists in 38.5 minutes per game. Tomaszczyk averaged 14.1 PPG, 8.5 rebounds and 5.2 assists in 29.2 minutes per game. Loterbauer averaged 1.2 PPG, 0.9 rebounds and 0.2 assists in 4.6 minutes per game.
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Kelevi Loterbauer re-signs with Cloud
Kelevi Loterbauer has signed on to play for another 3 seasons with the Cloud for a contract worth $4,100,000 per season.