Daryl Monroe (38, 199cm) made a remarkable performance in the second quarter, setting the stage for a come-from-behind victory.
Monroe is currently one of the top two foreign players in the KBL. Although she is not tall, she specializes in playing to vitalize Korean players with her unique sense of basketball and ability to pass. Having settled down at the Changwon LG Twins this season, she played an average of 18 minutes and 29 seconds in 16 regular league games with 6.8 points, 6.6 rebounds and 3.0 assists.
The second round match between Anyang Jeonggwanjang and LG held at Jeonggwanjang Arena in Anyang from 2024 to 2025 will take place. Monroe’s true value has been revealed once again.
LG struggled in the early stages due to Jeong’s attacks. The score gap widened by giving 19 points to caddies Lauren and Jeong Hyo-geun. Yang tried hard, but the rest of the players failed to show support. As a result, the team lost the first quarter 16-26.
On top of that, Daryl Monroe was added as Asem Maray committed two fouls in the first quarter. The mood of the game instantly changed when Monroe joined the team. Monroe took the lead in the matchup with Michael Young and scored consecutive points under the basket. Lauren was put back in place of Young, but Monroe helped the Korean player score by showing off not only scoring but also passing ability. LG, where Monroe played eight points, six rebounds, and two assists in the second quarter alone, came from behind to end the first half with a 38-33 victory. 토토사이트
LG gained momentum in the second half. Monroe took the lead by focusing on rebounding rather than attacking in the third quarter. After consistent performances by Carl Tamayo, Yang Joon-seok, and Yoo Ki-sang, LG never lost the lead and won 79-68.
Monroe posted a double-double with 10 points, 14 rebounds, and two assists in 15 minutes and 13 seconds. She hit four of her five field throws, and five of her 14 rebounds were offensive rebounds. The court margin was a whopping +14 points, boasting the highest efficiency in a short period of time.
“Actually, I didn’t like Monroe’s performance until now. She is a very good passerby, but Korean players can’t handle all of her passes right now,” LG manager Cho Sang-hyun said after the game. “She gave orders in scoring, transition, and defense. As Maray was absent from the KBL today (June 13), she played her role well. As I have played a lot in the KBL, I am very experienced. I hope she scores and rebounds more like today.”
Munro showed off his value against his former team’s Jeong Kwan-jang. Thanks to Munro’s performance in the second quarter, LG succeeded in turning the tables and added a valuable win.
