Posted: Monday, May 26, 2025. 6:03 pm CST.
Photo Credit: EZ Investments Dangriga Dream Ballers
By Rubén Morales Iglesias: Basketball fans in Dangriga witnessed a highly competitive game on Saturday night as the EZ Investments Dangriga Dream Ballers secured their first win of the season against the Cayo Western Ballaz in the Belize Premier Basketball League. The game, held at the Russell “Chiste” Garcia Auditorium, saw the Dream Ballers clinch an 88-76 victory, leveling both teams’ records at 1-1.
Game Highlights
The home team, Dream Ballers, dominated offensively, with James Milton emerging as the top scorer with an impressive 32 points and 13 rebounds. His efficiency from the field (65.2%) played a pivotal role in the team’s success. Deshawn Brackett contributed 15 points and 7 assists, demonstrating his playmaking ability.
On the defensive end, the Dream Ballers managed 27 rebounds, effectively controlling the boards and limiting Cayo Western Ballaz’s second-chance opportunities.
For the Western Ballaz, Arik Nicholas led his squad with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while Dennis Flowers III added 15 points in a valiant effort. Despite shooting a respectable 46% from the field, the Ballaz struggled from beyond the arc, converting only 20% of their three-point attempts.
Momentum Shift
The Dream Ballers set the tone early, taking control of the pace of the game with aggressive drives and strong rebounding. Although the Ballaz fought hard to close the gap in the third quarter, Milton’s dominant performance sealed the victory for Dangriga.
Key Statistics
- Final Score: EZ Investments Dangriga Dream Ballers 88, Cayo Western Ballaz 76
- Venue: Russell “Chiste” Garcia Auditorium, Dangriga
Top Scorers
- EZ Investments Dangriga Dream Ballers: James Milton (32 pts), Deshawn Brackett (15 pts), Daniel Conorque (10 pts), Antonio Flowers (6 pts)
- Cayo Western Ballaz: Arik Nicholas (24 pts), Dennis Flowers III (15 pts), Jahiem Ciego (12 pts), Anthony Howell (14 pts)
Top Rebounders
- EZ Investments Dangriga Dream Ballers: James Milton (13 reb), Kevon Laurie (7 reb), Edgar Mitchell (6 reb), Antonio Flowers (6 reb)
- Cayo Western Ballaz: Arik Nicholas (8 reb), Kyron Molina (4 reb), Dennis Flowers III (4 reb), Aaron Allison (2 reb)
Field Goal Percentage
- EZ Investments Dangriga Dream Ballers: 42.4% (36/85)
- Cayo Western Ballaz: 46.0% (29/63)
Three-Point Shooting
- EZ Investments Dangriga Dream Ballers: 22.2% (4/18)
- Cayo Western Ballaz: 20.0% (5/25)
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