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Give Me Control: Big errors in OAKA and should Ataman have been ejected?

2025-01-24

In a season already full of referee controversies, the EuroLeague may have found a new way to confound its fans, coaches, and players during last night's Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens come-from-behind victory over Zalgiris Kaunas.
Jeremy Sochan recruits Brandin Podziemski to Poland NT: 'Hopefully, he'll play for us'

2025-01-24

The NBA Paris Games 2025 allowed Jeremy Sochan not only to return to Europe for a few days but also to come back on the court. The San Antonio Spurs forward stepped on the court against the Indiana Pacers after missing the previous 5 games due to a back injury. Earlier in the season, Sochan was also forced to miss 13 more games after he underwent a thumb surgery.
Adam Silver doesn't rule out inviting EuroLeague teams to NBA Europe league

2025-01-23

Ahead of the NBA Paris Games 2025, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver addressed the media, covering many topics. One of the most interesting ones was the NBA expansion to Europe. On Wednesday, Silver already hinted that the most likely scenario is that the NBA will create a separate and independent league in Europe.
The big man hunt: Top 5 targets for EuroLeague teams

2025-01-23

At least five EuroLeague teams are hunting for the big man to anchor their postseason dreams and shift the balance of power before the signing deadline.
'The talent is undeniable': NBA players welcome expansion to Europe

2025-01-22

NBA arrived for another edition in Europe, as the San Antonio Spurs and Indiana Pacers are set to meet each other in a double-header in Paris. However, unlike the previous editions in London and Paris, this one feels different because of the ongoing talks about a potential NBA expansion to Europe.
NBA trade deadline rumors: Insider gives latest news on Micic, Valanciunas, Vucevic

2025-01-21

We are getting closer and closer to February, and for the NBA world, that means only one thing: the trade deadline. February 6 will be the deadline for NBA teams to make the trades, and the closer we get to that date, the more market rumors increase.
BN Insider: Five EuroLeague teams in the market for a big man

2025-01-21

The 2024-25 EuroLeague season is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic in recent memory, with an unprecedented wave of in-season signings shaking up the landscape. Transfers, new additions, player releases, and behind-the-scenes moves are all set to dominate headlines in the European basketball market.
NBA trade deadline: European stars who could be on the move

2025-01-21

The NBA trade deadline is fast approaching, and with February 6th just around the corner, the league is bracing for moves that could reshape the league over the next two weeks. Among the trade buzz, a few European stars have emerged as potential moving pieces in ongoing discussions, drawing interest from teams across the league, sources tell BasketNews.
Give Me Control: Was it really WWE in Istanbul or is it just Trinchieri's frustration?

2025-01-20

Following an 86-98 loss to Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul in the EuroLeague Round 22, Zalgiris Kaunas head coach Andrea Trinchieri made the following statement: "When the game goes in WWE, we have to be better." Was the game really WWE, or was Trinchieri just frustrated after losing a 13-point halftime lead and being beaten by 25 points in the second half, including an 18-36 4th quarter?
2025 NBA Draft: European prospects to watch

2025-01-20

As the new year begins, it is inevitable that the focus will begin to shift to the upcoming season and what might happen. As far as the NBA is concerned, this means paying increasing attention to the prospects that will be available for the 2025 Draft.
EuroLeague clutch players: Ranking the best and worst this season

2025-01-20

Clutch moments often define a basketball season, and the EuroLeague is no exception, with stars stepping up when the game is on the line. This analysis focuses on how the league's top players who most frequently take these shots perform in those high-pressure scenarios, offering a closer look at their impact in the final two minutes of close games.
Every former NBA player in 2024-25 EuroLeague: Teams with most NBA experience

2025-01-19

The 2024-25 EuroLeague season has a strong NBA flavor, thanks to a wild offseason full of big moves and some solid mid-season pickups. Many former NBA players are now joining top European teams, raising the competition to new heights.
Give Me Control: Most of the refs errors were in favor of Olympiacos

2025-01-18

In a halftime interview of what was eventually an 86-96 home loss to Olympiacos in Round 22, Real Madrid's Mario Hezonja said the following: "They (Olympiacos) are a very good team, yet some people on the court are totally unprepared for this type of game." 
Dominant Olympiacos, Perfect Partizan & Reacting To Smith Jr In Madrid (URBONUS)

2025-01-17

URBONUS’ Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas analyze EuroLeague’s action: Olympiakos’ double success in Vitoria and Madrid, Partizan’s huge win over Milano, while also discussing what will Dennis Smith Jr bring to Real Madrid. Topics: Episode partner:
Duane Washington talks double NBA-EuroLeague transition, eyes Olympics with Germany

2025-01-17

For most ex-NBA players, the transition to Europe is a one and done process. For Duane Washington Jr., things turned out quite differently. 
Give Me Control: 27 plays in question and taking on Ergin Ataman's offer

2025-01-17

Following his team's Euroleague Round 21 loss to FC Barcelona 82-73, Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens head coach Ergin Ataman claimed that a new record of seven offensive fouls were called against the Greek squad. "You can check it out," he said. He added that the second half was more like an American football than basketball.
How Lonnie Walker IV inspired Dennis Smith Jr. to join Real Madrid

2025-01-16

Another big name is coming to the EuroLeague after Real Madrid officially announced the signing of Dennis Smith Jr. The 27-year-old was a really promising and exciting prospect coming into the NBA, being selected with the ninth pick of the 2017 NBA Draft.
Tornike Shengelia talks ulcer recovery, Dusko's impact and tough Virtus season

2025-01-16

Virtus Segafredo Bologna power forward Tornike Shengelia made his long-awaited return to EuroLeague action on Wednesday night in Kaunas after spending 34 days sidelined with an ulcer.
Johannes Voigtmann discusses potential Curry-Obst contest, toughest EuroLeague matchup

2025-01-15

Until Johannes Voigtmann turned 15, basketball had hardly been a part of his life. He grew up in Eisenach, a town of 42,000 inhabitants in central Germany. As he took up handball as his sport of preference, he didn't even think he was going to hoop for a living. Despite being a late bloomer, once he tried to see how good he would be at it, there was no going back. 
Most surprising and underwhelming EuroLeague players so far

2025-01-14

We're halfway through the 2024-25 EuroLeague regular season, with 20 games in the books and 14 still to go. This stretch has given players plenty of opportunities to prove themselves on the court. Some have stepped up and showcased their full potential, while others have surprised everyone with breakout performances.
Musa and Tavares share secrets behind Real turnaround, address brutal schedule

2025-01-13

Back on December 12, Real Madrid got absolutely outplayed by Zalgiris Kaunas at home, leaving everyone scratching their heads and questioning what was going wrong with the Spanish powerhouse. Fast forward to January 10, and things couldn't look more different. Los Blancos crushed Zalgiris by 19 points in Kaunas and are now riding a five-game EuroLeague winning streak.
Alec Peters compares Sasha Vezenkov's career night with Shane Larkin's iconic game

2025-01-13

For Alec Peters, watching Sasha Vezenkov at work last Friday night was nothing short of entertaining.  "We experienced it almost like the fans. We were kind of having a front-row seat to it. It was special," the American forward told BasketNews a few minutes after Olympiacos Piraeus thrashed Bayern Munich 112-69 on the back of Vezenkov's 45 points. 
How Paris Basketball's NBA ties are reshaping EuroLeague competition

2025-01-10

"There's no limit or ceiling. We just try to win game after game. We've beaten historic clubs. We're still learning. We're a young and rookie team. Even in the games we win, we need to make a lesson out of the situation."
EuroLeague players that could go to NBA: Stars eyeing the jump in 2025

2025-01-08

The new year has begun, and for basketball fans, this means that the market is in full swing. With the NBA trade deadline coming up in February, EuroLeague clubs will also have to try to make their final moves before transfers are closed. In addition, as we enter the second half of the season, rumors are starting to spread more and more about next year and which players might move.
Shaq McKissic calls for a new EuroLeague award, eyes big summer ahead

2025-01-07

The out-of-bounds play by Zalgiris to start the second quarter barely registered for much of the arena. Fans were still processing the surprise marriage proposal that had just unfolded in Zalgirio Arena. While the crowd and even some Zalgiris players seemed momentarily frozen coming out of Andrea Trinchieri's timeout, Shaquielle McKissic was locked in.
Wenyen Gabriel credits Kendrick Nunn, Maccabi for paving way for Panathinaikos

2025-01-07

"Let's hope Athens doesn't have so much traffic all day long," Wenyen Gabriel remarked with a slight glare as he was leaving the OAKA facilities on Friday night.  The South Sudanese big man looked joyful yet visibly tired – maybe as much as after his debut with Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens in Munich, where he stayed on the court for almost 30 minutes, somewhat unexpectedly.
Evan Fournier surprised by NBA-style play in Europe, joins 3-point debate

2025-01-06

If, after a 10-minute conversation, the player waves off the press officer, signaling that time's up because someone else is waiting, it usually means the discussion went well. That's exactly what happened with Evan Fournier, standing with his back to the wall in the tunnels of Zalgirio Arena.
Give Me Control: Rule error in Kaunas and (un)fair Trinchieri's criticism of referees

2025-01-05

Was Zalgiris Kaunas head coach Andrea Trinchieri right regarding his frustration with the refereeing in his team's Round 19 loss at home to Olympiacos?
Sasha Vezenkov reveals bittersweet experience with Mike Brown: 'He wasn't honest'

2025-01-03

Much like their first encounter in Greece back in October, last night's game between Zalgiris Kaunas and Olympiacos Piraeus in Lithuania was a matchup of two halves. Zalgiris came out firing, mirroring Olympiacos' strong start in their previous matchup. By halftime, they had built a commanding 12-point lead (52-40), with Sylvain Francisco scoring 20 points and Lonnie Walker IV adding 11.
Top EuroLeague Stars On Expiring Deals & NBA’s Europe Plans (URBONUS Q&A)

2025-01-02

URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas respond to questions from BN+ members and BasketNews fans, covering transfer rumors, top EuroLeague players with expiring contracts, NBA plans in Europe, and much more. Become a BN+ member & watch the FULL Q&A by clicking HERE. BN+ Topics: Audio:
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