In a thrilling matchup between two of the top four teams, Wonju DB (23-6) emerged victorious against LG Sakers (19-9) in a game held in Wonju. The first-ranked Wonju DB secured an easy win with a final score of 91-75, showcasing dominance in the paint by scoring 62 points compared to Sakers’ 38.

Wonju DB’s superiority extended to offensive rebounds, where they held a commanding 33-17 advantage. Their offensive coordination was evident, tallying 27 assists compared to LG Sakers’ 14. The standout performance came from American power forward (206-1997, college: ), who led the team to victory with an impressive double-double, contributing 21 points, 17 rebounds, and 5 assists. Guard (184-1988) also played a key role, adding 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists to the winning effort.

In response, naturalized American guard (191-1997, college: ) led LG Sakers with 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Both teams utilized bench players, providing the starters with some rest for upcoming games. Wonju DB continues their impressive winning streak, holding onto the top spot with a 23-6 record, while LG Sakers dropped to third place, sharing it with Suwon KT.

Looking ahead, Wonju DB anticipates a potentially easy matchup against Anyang (#7) on the road in the next round. Meanwhile, LG Sakers aim to bounce back against Sono SG (#8), eager to prove to their supporters that the loss was merely an anomaly.

In a notable development, the bottom-ranked Samsung Thunders secured their fifth victory, breaking a two-game losing streak. They convincingly defeated eighth-ranked Skygunners in Daegu with a commanding 86-67 victory. The significant 19-point difference indicates that Samsung Thunders are in good form, poised to climb from their bottom position.

Jamaican center (213-1999, college: ) played a pivotal role, recording a double-double with 15 points, 12 rebounds, and 4 assists for the winning team. Additionally, chipped in 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, contributing to Samsung Thunders’ well-deserved triumph.