Steve Kerr expects Paolo Banchero to play for Team USA in the Olympics

Steve Kerr expects Paolo Banchero to play for Team USA in the Olympics

2025-02-28

Steve Kerr, former Team USA head coach and current Golden State Warriors coach, believes that Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero will play for the United States in the 2028 Olympic Games.
Kevin Durant open to 2028 Olympic Team USA return: 'There's a chance'

Kevin Durant open to 2028 Olympic Team USA return: 'There's a chance'

2025-02-26

Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant is undoubtedly a FIBA basketball legend and the most decorated male basketball player in Olympic history, boasting four gold medals. But will he be in Los Angeles in 2028 to claim his fifth? KD leaves the door open for that possibility.
Legendary Diana Taurasi announces her retirement from basketball

Legendary Diana Taurasi announces her retirement from basketball

2025-02-26

One of the greatest women basketball players of all time, Diana Taurasi, has announced her retirement after an illustrious 20-season career in the WNBA. The decorated athlete is hanging up her sneakers at the age of 42.
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Anthony Edwards’ bold Team USA moment with Barack Obama goes viral

2025-02-19

Anthony Edwards has long been known for his confident, fearless style of play, and recently, the Minnesota Timberwolves star showed that same attitude off the court, earning viral attention for his exchange with former U.S. President Barack Obama.
Bogdanovic on Serbia’s bronze celebration: 'We wanted to be historically drunk'

2025-02-19

Serbian basketball star Bogdan Bogdanovic opened up about the team’s unforgettable celebration after winning the bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics. In the new documentary "Court of Gold", Bogdanovic reflected on the team’s wild celebrations, emphasizing that they wanted to fully embrace the historic moment.
Netflix unveils Court of Gold: A new documentary about Paris 2024 basketball

2025-01-23

Netflix is set to release a new basketball documentary series titled Court of Gold, centered around the 2024 Paris Olympics and Team USA's gold medal journey. But this series isn't just about the Americans -- it will also spotlight other top contenders like France, Serbia, and Canada.
Top 10 basketball moments in 2024

2024-12-31

As 2024 comes to an end, it's time to take a back seat and take a look at a very memorable year for basketball and its fans. Many memorable games, tournaments, highlights, and stories took place but BasketNews will try to do the impossible – to rank the Top 10 basketball moments in 2024.
Top 10 most-read BasketNews articles in 2024

2024-12-31

2024 is almost over, and it was a year to remember for BasketNews and its readers. Throughout the year, the BasketNews teams covered multiple basketball games and tournaments, from the EuroLeague playoffs and Final Four to FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments and Paris Olympics.
D'Angelo Russell interested in playing for Lithuania

2024-11-22

Los Angeles Lakers star guard D'Angelo Russell is interested in playing for Lithuania internationally in FIBA tournaments. According to Rokas Pakenas from 15min, Russell has expressed his intention of representing Lithuania. BasketNews sources confirmed this information.
Famous ESPN journalist criticizes Greece, Serbia, FIBA over media access

2024-11-07

International FIBA tournaments like EuroBaskets or World Cups are attracting the biggest basketball stars from all around the world. However, basketball fans aren't very likely to hear even a single quote from them.