Tyler Dorsey ready to help Greece, credits Itoudis for joining Fenerbahce

2023-04-13

Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul guard Tyler Dorsey wants to play for Greece both in the FIBA World Cup 2023 and the Paris Olympics 2024, as the player revealed in an interview with George Zakkas of SDNA. "Obviously, we want a medal," he pointed out. "We have the talent. The next two summers are a big deal. Big games, big tournaments. As long as my body is healthy, I will be there."
With clock ticking, doubts arise about Paolo Banchero's commitment to Italy

2023-04-12

After being selected with the first overall pick in the NBA draft, Paolo Banchero left little doubt about his level of play. In his recently completed rookie season with the Orlando Magic, the power forward finished the campaign averaging 20.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game.
NBA players guess FIBA World Cup results

2023-04-12

Since the inaugural FIBA Basketball World Cup in 1950, just 15 national teams have reached the podium. Argentina, Brazil, Croatia, France, Germany, Greece, Lithuania, Philippines, Russia, Serbia, Soviet Union, Spain, Turkey, and the USA are the only countries to clinch at least one top-three finish.
Bonzie Colson turns down Jordan for possibility to represent Cape Verde

2023-04-11

Real Madrid center Walter Tavares is usually defined as a one-man army when playing for his native Cape Verde, an island country of around 580,000 population. He has carried the national team on his shoulders throughout a historic run in FIBA World Cup 2023 African Qualifiers, earning a ticket to the main tournament in the upcoming summer.
Slovenia wants Igor Kokoskov back, reveals talks with European masterminds

2023-04-07

The President of the Slovenian Basketball Federation, Matej Erjavec, confirmed that the country's national team wants to renew cooperation with European gold medalist Igor Kokoskov. Erjavec assured Ekipa24 that the rumors about Kokoskov's returning idea to the Slovenian national team were correct, only this time, the Brooklyn Nets assistant would have a different role.
Lorenzo Brown commits to play in FIBA World Cup

2023-04-07

Maccabi Tel Aviv point guard Lorenzo Brown is locked in and ready to help Spain defend their title in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. He recently met with head coach Sergio Scariolo and confirmed his commitment to the Spanish national team. Brown responded emphatically when asked about his participation in the World Cup by BasketNews, "For sure, for sure."
'Nigeria has to get their s--- together': Moneke urges change amidst recent fails

2023-04-05

2021-07-10. Eight digits that mark a historical date for Nigerian basketball. On that day, Nigeria stunned Team USA in an Olympic exhibition game in Las Vegas and pulled off one of the greatest upsets in international basketball. Nigeria turned the tables around since the 2012 London Olympics when the U.S. squad demolished D'Tigers by 83 points (156-73).
Bogdan Bogdanovic to play for Serbia in 2023 FIBA World Cup

2023-04-05

The Serbian national team needed the very last game to qualify for the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Now that they're in, one of the biggest Serbian basketball stars has committed to joining the squad in the summer.
Wagner brothers fired up to play for Germany at World Cup

2023-03-29

International basketball could be about to see how strong and impactful the Wagner brothers' one-two punch is for Germany when the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 is staged later this year. Each brother wants to be with Germany when they compete at the 32-team event.
Karl-Anthony Towns plans to play for Dominican Republic in FIBA World Cup 2023

2023-03-27

It's been a long wait for fans of the Dominican Republic, but NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns is ready to put on the national team jersey again. 'KAT' is planning on representing the country in FIBA World Cup 2023, when the Quisqueya competes at the tournament for the third straight edition.
Germany to host Canada, China and New Zealand in Basketball Supercup

2023-03-22

Canada, China, New Zealand, and Germany national teams will set the city of Hamburg alight when they play in the 34th Basketball SuperCup on August 12-13. Just two weeks before the FIBA Basketball World Cup in the Philippines, Japan, and Indonesia, the four qualified countries will do some fine-tuning.
Nikola Kalinic uncertain whether he will play for Serbia in World Cup

2023-03-20

After spending a year in Serbia with Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade, Nikola Kalinic is now playing in Spain for FC Barcelona. Looking into the future, the forward is not sure how this upcoming summer will transpire. In an interview with Sasa Ozmo from SportKlub Srbija, Kalinic couldn't say whether he will play for the Serbian national team in the 2023 FIBA World Cup or not.
Greece, Serbia, and Italy to play in Acropolis tournament in August

2023-03-20

Ahead of the 2023 FIBA World Cup in Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines, three of the strongest teams in the competition will get together to play a separate friendly tournament. The Greek Basketball Federation announced that the annual Acropolis Tournament in OAKA will feature three teams this year - Greece, Serbia, and Italy.
Simone Fontecchio talks his experience in NBA, upcoming World Cup

2023-03-17

The Utah Jazz forward Simone Fontecchio made a jump to the NBA and found his role in the team, even though it's rather limited. In an interview with Eleven Sports, the 27-year-old Italian talked about his experience in the US.
Janis Strelnieks to miss rest of season and FIBA World Cup 2023

2023-03-16

Performed medical tests confirmed the worst-case scenario for AEK Athens veteran guard Janis Strelnieks after the latest BCL game. According to Christos Tsaltas of SDNA, Strelnieks ruptured his Achilles tendon. The 33-year-old Latvian NT member left Wednesday's game vs. Galatasaray early, scoring 15 points in more than 23 minutes.
Kerr spoke with Alex Caruso, Jaren Jackson Jr. on playing in World Cup

2023-03-14

With FIBA World Cup starting in less than 6 months, Team USA head coach Steve Kerr held discussions with players about potentially taking part in the upcoming tournament. Joe Vardon from The Athletic reports that Golden State Warriors and Team USA head coach Kerr talked with Memphis Grizzlies duo Jaren Jackson Jr., Desmond Bane, and Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso.
EuroLeague and FIBA executives had a meeting in Munich

2023-03-08

EuroLeague and FIBA heads met in Munich to explore potential collaboration possibilities. With a broad range of topics on the table, both sides focused on critical points, particularly calendar concerns and the overall structure of European basketball, sources say BasketNews.
FIBA Ranking: Spain remains no. 1, USA stays 2nd

2023-03-07

The completion of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Qualifiers brings with it very little change in the top 20 of the latest FIBA World Ranking Men, presented by Nike, as the globe looks forward to this summer's showcase event.
Thanks and goodbye, Wemby: another FIBA windows cycle ends, but flaws persist

2023-03-02

The second FIBA World Cup Qualifiers cycle has come to an end, and once again, it caused plenty of discussion regarding the Qualifiers system. The reason for that has been known for quite some time. Some of the traditional basketball powerhouses didn't qualify because they couldn't rely on their best players.
World Cup Favorites, EuroLeague Expansion & Superman in Europe (URBONUS Q&A)

2023-03-02

Join BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas as they sit down to answer questions from BN+ members and URBONUS fans. Get insights on the FIBA World Cup title favorites, potential new teams in the EuroLeague, and the title chances of Olympiacos and Fenerbahce. Plus, find out their 3x3 EuroLeague draft selections.
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