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Barcelona's ACB League game suspended due to an outbreak in Manresa

2021-12-17

FC Barcelona's home game against BAXI Manresa is suspended after the Manresans have registered seven positive COVID-19 tests. The game was going to take place on Sunday at 12.30 pm CET, but due to this outbreak, it will be postponed. The ACB League will announce a new date soon. Apart from Manresa's players, Nigel Hayes-Davis also tested positive on Thursday. The American forward could not play ...
‘He deserved to play so well’: Randolph receives praise after a successful comeback

2021-12-15

Real Madrid (12-3) remained unbeaten at home after a convincing victory against ALBA Berlin (5-10). The Blancos controlled the rebound (41-28) and were up on the scoreboard almost the whole game. Pablo Laso could not be on the bench on Tuesday night after testing positive in COVID-19. His assistant coach Chus Mateo replaced him. Mateo showed his satisfaction in the press conference, expressing his ...
Jasikevicius expresses coaching reality: 'Our job is miserable, we do not have time to celebrate'

2021-12-11

FC Barcelona (12-2) ended the week at the top of the EuroLeague standings after a convincing victory against Real Madrid (11-3). Nikola Mirotic had an outstanding game, finishing with career-high 31 points and also a career-high 39 PIR. Sarunas Jasikevicius expressed his happiness after another win in the Clasico. The Lithuanian mastermind congratulated their players and also the fans. "I'm proud ...
Lights up: Barcelona and Real Madrid are up for the heist of EuroLeague lead

2021-12-10

The old but noisy Palau Blaugrana is ready to host the battle of the battles. FC Barcelona (11-2) will receive Real Madrid (11-2) this Friday night at 9 pm CET in a game that will decide which team remains at the top of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague standings. The two Spanish powerhouses will measure their forces in what is expected to be the game of the season. Barcelona lost its last game in ...
'That's what I want as a coach': Spahija sees improvement, as Baldwin reveals team meeting

2021-12-10

Bitci Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz (5-9) destroyed LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (7-7) in the second half (46-22) to get their fifth victory of the season in the EuroLeague. Neven Spahija could not hide his satisfaction after an important win at home, playing well on both sides of the court. "I told my players to be more aggressive on defense, and we did it in the second half. I have to give credit to our ...
Rise from the ashes: How Joventut returned to European showcase?

2021-12-08

Joventut Badalona is currently on the top of the 7Days EuroCup Group A with 4 wins and just one loss, the one suffered at Belgrade in a thrilling game against Partizan. In the ACB League, the Catalans are just behind Madrid, Barcelona, and Lenovo Tenerife in the standings (7-4). This is more than good for a historical club that was, just three years ago, in a dramatic situation. Not irreversible, ...
Igor Rakocevic regrets not spending more seasons in Baskonia: 'Next to Zvezda, it is the team of my life'

2021-12-07

Igor Rakocevic, one of the best European shooters in the century (he is currently the 30th top scorer in the Turkish Airlines Euroleague), gave a detailed interview at Tirando a Fallar talking about his period at Baskonia, his thoughts about Pablo Laso, Dusko Ivanovic, and some other topics. The Serbian began the interview remembering how he used to react when there was a loss. "Honestly, I did ...
Aito will take care of Joventut's young players development

2021-12-04

Aito Garcia Reneses is back on track. The legendary coach will be in charge of some of Joventut's young players as reported by Esports BDNcom. The news was published first by Xavi Ballesteros (L'Esportiu). The Spanish coach, who announced he would take a sabbatical time this summer, leaving Alba Berlin, returns to the court. He will do what he knows best: helping young players in their ...
Laso after his 800th game with Real: 'We showed character again, this is our identity'

2021-12-03

Real Madrid (11-2) remained on the top of the Turkish Airlines Euroleague standings after a thrilling game against Maccabi Tel Aviv (7-6) decided by Guerschon Yabusele. The Blancos got its seventh consecutive win in the Euroleague. Pablo Laso could not hide his happiness with the victory. "I want to congratulate my players. It has been a difficult game. We did not have rhythm on offense, but we ...
Iconic milestone: Pablo Laso reaches 800 games mark as Madrid's coach in a win against Maccabi

2021-12-02

Coaching is one of the loneliest jobs in the world. Everyone blames you when there is a loss, just a few recognize your influence when winning. What Pablo Laso is doing in Madrid is something exceptional. It is unusual for a powerhouse like the Spanish one to keep the same head coach for a decade. Pablo Laso reached this Thursday against Maccabi Tel Aviv his 800th game as Real Madrid head coach. ...
Blatt speaks on multiple sclerosis: 'There's no cure and the key is to be honest with yourself'

2021-12-01

David Blatt was diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis (MS) back in 2019. Since then, one of the most brilliant minds in European basketball has been trying to make this disease more visible. The American coach spoke about it and other topics in an interview made by DAZN Spain. "You wake up every day, and they are not always good. But you assume and face it," Blatt has revealed. "The key is to be ...
Jasikevicius: 'It's the first time in my career I couldn’t have four starters'

2021-11-27

FC Barcelona (10-2) put on a show this Friday night at Palau Blaugrana, defeating Zalgiris Kaunas (2-10) by 23 points (96-73). Despite missing injured Nick Calathes, Cory Higgins, and Alex Abrines, as well as Brandon Davies, who was playing with Uganda in the FIBA windows, the Blaugranas managed to pull off the win. Sarunas Jasikevicius showed his happiness after the game, analyzing it positively. ...
Laso expresses pride, Spahija - disappointment: 'Madrid have done what they wanted'

2021-11-26

Bitci Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz (4-8) suffered another loss at home, this time against a solid Real Madrid (10-2). Thomas Heurtel shined against his former team, ending with 12 points and 9 assists. Neven Spahija recognized Madrid's superiority during the game. "Except for the first five minutes, I think they have done what they wanted. Medicine is the same as always, go back to work, say what is ...
Marc Gasol announces his return to Girona: 'I wanted to show my commitment to the club and city'

2021-11-25

Marc Gasol is back on track. The veteran center will play in the LEB Oro (Spanish second division) with his own team Basquet Girona. Gasol announced it this Thursday in front of their fans at Fontajau. More than 1,000 people attended his presentation. "I'm really excited to be here. I have been training in the previous weeks with this team, and I want to help them on the court", said Gasol. "I am ...
Spain announces 16-man roster for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers

2021-11-19

Spanish National Team head coach Sergio Scariolo announced this Friday the list of the 16 players called up for the qualifiers window for the FIBA World Cup 2023, which will be held between August 25 and September 10 in Japan, the Philippines, and Indonesia. It is the first squad since both Pau & Marc Gasol announced their retirement from the National Team. A new era for Spain. Valencia's ...
Laso after climbing to the top of EuroLeague: ‘I’m pleased, but we still lack continuity in our game’

2021-11-19

Real Madrid (9-2) slept this Thursday on the top of the Turkish Airlines Euroleague standings after a solid victory against Crvena Zvezda mts Belgrade. The Blancos tied its best start since the new format was introduced back in 2016. They also began the season with 9 wins in 11 rounds in 2018-19. Pablo Laso admitted he should be critical of his team because of an irregular first half and ...
Itoudis: ‘Saras' technical foul was an important moment as he broke the rhythm’

2021-11-18

FC Barcelona (8-2) managed to come back in a great fourth quarter to get the win against CSKA Moscow (5-5). The Blaugranas now lead the Turkish Airlines Euroleague with the same record as AX Armani Exchange Milan and Real Madrid. Sarunas Jasikevicius could not hide his happiness after a tough game against the Russian powerhouse. "Congratulations to our players and fans. It was a very interesting ...
Jasikevicius upset with his players: 'It is tiresome to take responsibility in these situations'

2021-11-15

FC Barcelona lost its first game in the ACB League this Sunday against Valencia Basket (79-87). It was just the third loss of the season, counting another two in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague. Sarunas Jasikevicius was overwhelming in the press conference after the game, showing some tiredness about his players' ups and downs. "First of all, I would like to congratulate Valencia and Joan ...
Laso praises Zalgiris’ performance and talks about defense: 'It is giving us consistency'

2021-11-13

Real Madrid (7-2) remained unbeaten at home in the Turkish Airlines Euroleague after a solid victory against Zalgiris Kaunas (95-82). The Blancos were led by Guerschon Yabusele, who scored 15 points and ended with 21 of PIR. “I do not focus on my personal performances. I just try to help the team win the games, and that’s all that matters to me”, said the French forward. Pablo ...
Bozidar Maljkovic shares unheard story: ‘Reneses boycotted Kukoc’s signing with Barca’

2021-11-12

Toni Kukoc could have signed with FC Barcelona in the summer of 1990. It is not April, and this is not a joke. This is a real story that legendary coach Bozidar Maljkovic explained this Thursday on the “Damintage” section of RAC1. Maljkovic arrived in Barcelona in 1990, after winning two consecutive European titles with the unforgettable Jugoplastika Split. He replaced Aito Garcia ...
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