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NBA denies contact with Dubai BC for the new European expansion

2025-04-18

As we get closer and closer to the end of the season, it is inevitable to start thinking about the future of the EuroLeague and European basketball in general in the coming years.
12 best NBA free agents in 2025

2025-04-15

The 2025 NBA free agency market is anticipated to have several significant names available. So, without further ado, here are the 12 best NBA free agents in this offseason. The list also includes the restricted free agents or players who have a player option and can, therefore, decide not to exercise it and become free agents.
Why didn't Olimpia's roster rebuild work?

2025-04-11

For the third year in a row, Olimpia Milan didn't reach the the EuroLeague post-season, and the European campaign once again came to an end with a feeling of great disappointment and dissatisfaction. Milan melted down at the key moment of the European season when there was a real possibility of making the playoffs.
Ivica Zubac’s best season yet: why the Clippers big man deserves his flowers

2025-04-08

Thinking about Ivica Zubac, I remember the first youth tournaments I saw him in, and some scout friends of mine suggested I keep an eye on him because he had great potential. I also remember the first phone interview I did with him a few months before he was selected in the draft by the Los Angeles Lakers.
EuroLeague market trends that we might see in the upcoming offseason

2025-04-04

As the weeks go by, we are getting closer and closer to the crucial phase of the season, both in the EuroLeague and in the national leagues. This is always a rather special time of the season because everything is at stake for the most important goals, but at the same time, many clubs are starting to plan for the upcoming campaign.
Why did Michael Jordan retire 3 times?

2025-04-01

Michael Jordan broke numerous records on the court, leading many to consider him the GOAT of basketball. He also left a significant mark off the court, notably being the only NBA player to retire three times. This raises the question: Why did Jordan retire three times? Here's an explanation.
Why did KD leave GSW? 5 main reasons

2025-03-27

Kevin Durant's 2016 free agency move to the Golden State Warriors, who had just set the record for regular-season wins with 73, shocked the NBA. Despite winning his only two championships and Finals MVPs there, he eventually left the Warriors for the Brooklyn Nets, seeking a new chapter. Why did KD leave GSW, the strongest team he had ever been a part of? These are the five main reasons.
Top 10 EuroCup players who could make the jump to EuroLeague

2025-03-24

We're getting closer and closer to the crucial moment of the EuroCup season with the two semi-final series that will see Valencia face Hapoel Tel Aviv and Gran Canaria face Bahcesehir. There is great curiosity, of course, to see which team will win the title and, therefore, have the chance to play in the EuroLeague next season.
10 best dunkers of all time: featuring their greatest dunks

2025-03-20

The NBA is home to some of the most electrifying athletes the world has ever seen, and nothing gets fans on their feet quite like a thunderous slam dunk. From gravity-defying acrobatics to pure, uncontainable power, dunking has become a symbol of basketball's raw athleticism and show-stopping entertainment.
Xavi Pascual's next move: 5 potential EuroLeague destinations

2025-03-14

During his career, Xavi Pascual had the honor and the responsibility of coaching two teams with a great history and tradition: Barcelona and Panathinaikos. The 52-year-old Catalan is the last coach to have won the EuroLeague with Barcelona, more than 15 years ago. In his nine seasons as Barcelona's coach, Pascual led the team to the Final Four five times.
Next Stop, America: The Italian Prospects Poised to Take Over the NCAA

2025-03-10

The NCAA world has changed drastically in recent years, becoming increasingly attractive to the best international talent. The introduction of NIL deals, which allow universities to pay athletes, and the decision to change the transfer rules have transformed the NCAA into a sort of professional league.
Maccabi Tel Aviv hunting for a new GM, two Italian executives in the mix

2025-03-06

So far, this has been a complicated EuroLeague campaign for Israeli powerhouse Maccabi Tel Aviv. Between playing home games away from Israel, a huge roster revamp, and some changes at the front-office level, Maccabi currently find themselves in 17th place of the EuroLeague standings.
Why did NBA veto Chris Paul trade to Lakers?

2025-02-26

Recently, a massive NBA trade sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis and some assets. This move sparked comparisons to the legendary, yet failed, Chris Paul trade to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2011, which was famously vetoed by then-commissioner David Stern. Let's examine the circumstances to understand why the proposed trade was vetoed.
End of an era? Virtus Bologna face the biggest challenge yet

2025-02-25

On January 29, Massimo Zanetti, majority owner of Virtus Bologna, held a press conference that raised many questions about the future of the Bologna team. This has been an extremely troubled season for Virtus: a change of coach, a clearly delayed planning of the season, and many internal doubts that did not help to create a peaceful atmosphere.
Michael Jordan sons: 5 things you didn't know about Marcus and Jeffrey

2025-02-18

Michael Jordan, arguably basketball's GOAT, remains an iconic figure. While much is known about his career and business ventures, his family life is more private. Jordan has five children. The first three—Jeffrey, Marcus, and Jasmine—were born from his marriage to Juanita Vanoy. He then had two more daughters, Victoria and Isabel, from his second marriage to Yvette Prieto.
Italian Basketball Cup 2025: schedule, teams, and format

2025-02-15

It's that time of year again when national leagues and major European competitions stop to make room for national cups. In Italy, too, everything is ready for the Frecciarossa Final Eight, which will be held in the city of Turin from Feb. 12-16.
How much do NBA refs make in 2025?

2025-02-04

The conversation about the NBA often lands on the financial aspect. The American league is the richest in the world, and we know almost all the details of players' and coaches' salaries. However, less attention is paid to another important part of the game: NBA referee salary. We have significantly less information about their compensation than we do about players and coaches.
Inside Dubai Basketball: Awudu Abass talks growth, challenges, and future goals

2025-02-04

In recent years, the talk of how European basketball might change in the near future has become increasingly insistent. There is growing curiosity around this topic between the NBA's interest in creating its own league here in Europe and the changes that the EuroLeague, the main continental competition, is going through.
Fear and Dominance: How Victor Wembanyama is Changing the NBA

2025-01-29

People started talking about Victor Wembanyma when he was a child because they felt they were dealing with a player capable of being truly revolutionary. Therefore, his path to the NBA was almost natural. Everything around him was managed in such a way that his potential could be maximized as he came to the NBA.
Virtus owner stresses that the club is fine, takes jabs at former CEO

2025-01-29

In an official press conference, Massimo Zanetti, the majority owner of Virtus Segafredo Bologna, silenced all the criticism surrounding the club and cleared the air regarding doubts about its future.
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