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German Basketball Cup 2023: schedule, teams, and format

2023-02-13

February is the month of domestic cups, and Germany is no exception. This year, Oldenburg will host the German Cup Final Four on February 18 and 19. This time, in contrast to last year, when FC Bayern did not even make it to the semifinals, all the favorites have prevailed and will compete for the Cup trophy.
Another early exit leaves Trinchieri in disappointment: 'Stupid injuries!'

2023-01-27

After FC Bayern's 91-84 victory over Virtus Bologna, coach Andrea Trinchieri was pleased with his team's dominant performance over the game but had to lament another absentee. "My thoughts are with Elias [Harris] because he played well. I hope he can come back soon," Trinchieri said after the game.
Donovan Mitchell historic night in numbers

2023-01-03

In the NBA, there are hardly any nights on which a historical performance does not occur. After a 41-15-15 game by Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic put up 60 points, 21 rebounds, and 10 assists. Tonight, Donovan Mitchell made history by recording the highest-scoring output in 17 years! The Cleveland Cavaliers star was unstoppable in the overtime win against the Chicago Bulls, putting up 71 points.
With Franz and Mo Wagners in starting lineup, Magic start to rack wins

2022-12-16

The Orlando Magic have been labeled as a squad with a lot of talent in recent years, but none of them have star potential and thus couldn't add to the site in the long run. This was not the case this season, as Orlando not only drafted a player of superstar caliber with the no. 1 pick (Paolo Banchero) but also had a relatively balanced squad with many offensive options.
German Cup Final Four: Bayern will face ALBA in the semis

2022-12-06

The tension in the German Cup (BBL-Pokal) four quarterfinals was only noticeable in one of the four games, namely in Oldenburg's narrow victory over Heidelberg (85-83). However, it does not diminish the anticipation for the Final Four, which will be played in mid-February.  Both EuroLeague clubs, FC Bayern Munich and ALBA Berlin had to deal with supposedly easy opponents.
German league sets new growth targets, including doubling teams budgets

2022-12-05

At their strategy meeting on November 14 and 15, 2022, the 18 clubs of the easyCredit Basketball Bundesliga approved the new league strategy until 2032 with a broad majority.
Ismet Akpinar won't play for Germany after a row with federation

2022-11-23

Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul and Germany's national team guard Ismet Akpinar was a guest on the Magenta Sport podcast, announcing that he won't play under head coach Gordon Herbert for the time being. Surprisingly, the Hamburg native was not called up for the EuroBasket 2022 and the previous qualification window before the European Championship.
Andrea Trinchieri praises Bayern rookies after win against Efes

2022-11-03

FC Bayern Munich finally managed to get its first win of the EuroLeague season after beating back-to-back champions Anadolu Efes Istanbul, ending a five-game losing streak. After the game, head coach Andrea Trinchieri was excited about his team and the way his players achieved the victory.
German national team for World Cup Qualifiers window is announced

2022-10-26

The German national team for the upcoming window is announced German national coach Gordon Herbert has announced his squad for the next 2023 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers window. Three heroes from the EuroBasket 2022 squad are included and form the core of the otherwise very young team. Canadian coach Herbert is looking forward to the two upcoming games with great anticipation.
ALBA relishing their best EuroLeague start ever: 'Just a perfect night!'

2022-10-20

"Just a perfect night!" That was ALBA Berlin head coach Israel Gonzalez's conclusion after the convincing 94-65 victory over Panathinaikos Athens on the third matchday of the 2022-23 EuroLeague season. After the Berliners had already captured upset wins against EA7 Emporio Armani Milan and Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade, the Luke Sikma-led team now completed the best EuroLeague start ever.
ALBA to miss Markus Eriksson for a significant amount of time

2022-09-26

The reigning German champion ALBA Berlin will have to do without the Swede Markus Eriksson for the long term. According to BasketNews information, the wing will be out for the next 3 to 4 months. The reason for this is the re-emerging inflammation of his right parental tendon, from which he was already suffering in the second half of last season.
Germany expected to have full roster for quarterfinal against Greece

2022-09-13

The German national team did not practice fully yesterday due to injuries and illnesses yesterday. Today, the concerns about the participation of some of the players in the quarterfinal clash against Greece have been cleared up. Yesterday, Johannes Voigtmann missed the practice due to an illness (cold), while Franz Wagner (ankle) and Nick Weiler-Babb (shoulder) practiced mostly individually.
Ulm bring another top European talent to the squad

2022-08-18

After Ratiopharm Ulm signed the giant Spanish talent Juan Nunez a few days ago, the German team has once again picked up a promising player on the European talent market.
Juan Nunez leaves Real Madrid to sign with a club in Germany

2022-08-15

Three weeks after becoming the youngest ever FIBA U20 European Championship MVP, Juan Nunez has made a decision on his next career destination. According to BasketNews sources, the Spanish prospect is leaving Real Madrid and is heading to ratiopharm Ulm, which will compete in the EuroCup next season. The club later officially confirmed the information.
Augustine Rubit is expected to stay with Bayern

2022-07-02

American big man Augustine Rubit is staying with Bayern Munich for another year, according to BasketNews sources.

Jan Niklas Wimberg to sign a deal with Bayern

2022-06-20

Jan Niklas Wimberg will sign a 2-year contract with FC Bayern Munich, according to BasketNews sources.

Tibor Pleiss is expected to make his return to German NT in EuroBasket 2022

2022-05-23

Tibor Pleiss is expected to return to the German national team this summer, according to BasketNews sources.

ALBA Berlin keep Tim Schneider and Jonas Mattisseck

2022-05-02

The German duo of Tim Schneider and Jonas Mattisseck are staying with ALBA Berlin, according to BasketNews sources. Their contracts are expiring this summer, but the club wants to keep the whole current roster for next season. Recently, BasketNews reported about the head coach Israel Gonzalez, who is set to extend the deal as well. The 24-year-old Schneider appeared in 23 Turkish Airlines ...
Israel Gonzalez is expected to stay in ALBA Berlin

2022-04-30

The head coach of ALBA Berlin, Israel Gonzalez, is set to extend the contract with the German powerhouse, according to BasketNews sources. Both sides are negotiating the details of the deal. The contract should be for at least two years, per sources. Gonzalez penned a one-year agreement and took over ALBA last summer when long-time head coach Aito Garcia Reneses stepped down from the position. ...
German talent Justus Hollatz declares for the NBA Draft

2022-04-12

Another top European prospect has declared for the NBA Draft. After it was announced yesterday that Nikola Jovic, Malcolm Cazalon, and Karlo Matkovic made themselves eligible to be drafted, sources tell Basketnews.com that top German prospect Justus Hollatz has also declared himself for the NBA Draft. Hollatz currently plays for Hamburg Towers in the 7DAYS EuroCup where he averages 8.4 points, 2.2 ...
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