Riyadi Cruise Past Antranik as Chris Brown Explodes for Career-High 41 Points

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Image : FIBA


Riyadi once again showed why they are yhe most feared teams in the Lebanese league, cruising past Antranik with a convincing 107–86 victory in Round 17 of the championship. Riyadi won their 17 straight game this season with 0 losses.

From the opening tip, Riyadi imposed their tempo. The ball movement was crisp, the defensive intensity was high, and the offensive execution left Antranik constantly chasing. By halftime, the gap was already clear, and the second half only confirmed Riyadi’s control of the game.

The story of the night, however, belonged to Chris Brown.

Brown delivered a sensational performance, pouring in 41 points in what stands as the best scoring game of his professional career so far. He attacked from everywhere on the floor, finishing strong at the rim, knocking down jumpers, and punishing mismatches. Even in a losing effort, his display was one of the brightest individual performances of the season.

Despite this explosion, Brown fell just short of making history. The single-game scoring record this season of 46 points still untouched. That alone shows how special both performances have been in an increasingly competitive league.

Riyadi, meanwhile, showcased their depth and balance:

• Maurice Kemp: 21 points
• Nuni Omot: 20 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists
• Ali Mansour: 16 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists
• Hayk Gyokchyan: 14 points, 9 rebounds
• Amir Saoud: 12 points, 7 assists
• Perrin Buford: 11 points

Six players in double figures tells you everything about Riyadi’s offensive rhythm. They did not rely on a single star but punished Antranik through collective execution.

For Antranik, Brown received strong support from:

• Jonathan Gambrell Jr.: 26 points
• Majur Majak: 12 points, 8 rebounds

Still, the gap in depth and consistency between the two teams was evident across the full 40 minutes.

This game highlighted two important realities in the league right now. First, Riyadi are clicking at the right time, combining star power with structure. Second, individual talents like Chris Brown continue to raise the league’s overall level, even when playing on struggling teams.

A big night for Riyadi in the standings.
A historic night for Chris Brown personally.
And another reminder that the Lebanese league keeps producing performances worth watching.

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