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Third quarter was really tight with the Wasps managing to pull level. The Wasps big men blocking and forcing misses, and the guards putting pressure on Sabre's two PGs. Either team could have won it as the fourth quarter started.

A fourth quarter in which the Wasps took control, first edging in front, then looking more comfortable as the quarter went on. Outstanding shooting giving the Wasps the edge 30-19 for a 89-78 win.

Sabre won the rebounding battle 60-49, which was actually better than expected. However they shot lower than their usual high percentage, managing to hit 34 of 98 shots.

What won it for the Wasps was the turnover battle. Sabre turned it over an unlucky 13 times, the Wasps coming up with 9 steals and a huge 15 blocks.

After last year's disappointing run to the third round of the Cup, this game has put the Wasps in the Sixth Round, equalling their best performance.

Here's hoping for another home draw BB Gods.

thank you , i appreciate that , i really do.

I watched Vector's game earlier tonight. Their first defeat of the season. I'm not quite sure what to make of it. They were 25 pts down after a very one sided first quarter, and while it never got much worse for them, it never really looked like getting better either.

Also, Vector have played their starters in both league games, so I suspect they might be rested on Thursday, and they'll also TIE the game, since I'm sure they regard promotion as more important than an insignificant Cup game against a middle ranked DII team.

I'd have a sly fiver on Ashington, they've got enough of a cushion in the league to play weakened teams in a couple of games and they seem to have managed game shape and enthusiasm well so far.


I pushed the boat out a bit in terms of minutes and enthusiasm last week so I need the draw to be as kind as possible. Bringing in a player or two would be nice, but doubt I can afford to improve on any of my starting 5 with the cash I have. Last season I brought in a monster C, but he ended up being benched more most of the final anyway and turned out to be an unnecessary waste of £600k.

I really, really promised myself I'd save some money this season too.