Carl Tamayo continued his stellar play in the Korean Basketball League (KBL), helping the Changwon LG Sakers secure consecutive victories over the weekend.
Victory Against Suwon KT Sonicboom
On Saturday, Tamayo delivered a strong performance, leading the LG Sakers to a hard-fought 74-72 win against the Suwon KT Sonicboom at Changwon Stadium. He stuffed the stat sheet with:
- 20 points
- 6 rebounds
- 5 assists
Teammate Assem Marei contributed a double-double with 21 points and 12 rebounds, extending Changwon’s winning streak to seven and improving their record to 12-10.
Rout of Daegu KOGAS Pegasus
The LG Sakers’ win followed their commanding 85-54 victory against Daegu KOGAS Pegasus on Thursday. In that game, Tamayo tallied:
- 17 points
- 5 rebounds
- 3 assists
The matchup against Daegu also highlighted a reunion of former collegiate rivals, with Tamayo facing SJ Belangel, a former Ateneo standout. Despite the loss, Belangel contributed seven points, six assists, and three steals for the Pegasus.
Belangel’s Bounce Back
Belangel and the Daegu KOGAS Pegasus bounced back on Saturday with a 76-73 win over the Goyang Sono Skygunners. Belangel registered:
- 12 points
- 5 assists
The victory improved Daegu’s record to 13-9, showcasing Belangel’s resilience despite their earlier loss.
Tamayo’s Rising Star in KBL
Tamayo’s consistent contributions for the LG Sakers underline his growing impact in the KBL, cementing his reputation as a key player in international basketball.