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Where is Kemba Walker? The effect that goes beyond the box score

2023-12-21

A well-known NBA Memes channel on X recently shared Kemba Walker's EuroLeague stats with crying emojis, calling it an "insane fall-off." When the 4-time NBA All-Star moved to Europe, it didn't get much love from NBA fans and media outlets in the US right away.
Brandon Davies on his time in Milan: 'I didn't feel I was part of the team'

2023-12-19

Throughout the entire course of his interview with BasketNews, Brandon Davies' voice could barely be heard. He didn't have any kind of problem, but his tone sounded almost conspiratorial -- as if he did not want anyone to eavesdrop or intervene while he was talking. The American forward/center remains a low-key person who often chooses to turn up the volume whenever he steps onto the court.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. is not your typical NBA rookie

2023-12-18

In today's basketball, finding a rookie who has done all four years of college is pretty hard. Seniors are increasingly a rarity, and few make it to the NBA. Many of the most experienced players at the college level often end up going on to play in Europe or other parts of the world. The most interesting prospects often leave college after two years at most.
Four biggest questions for Sarunas Jasikevicius in Fenerbahce

2023-12-16

7 losses in the last 10 games in all competitions have ended Dimitris Itoudis' career in Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul. Can Sarunas Jasikevicius raise them to another level?
PJ Dozier talks his adjustment to Europe, favorite Nikola Jokic story

2023-12-15

When P.J. Dozier joined Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade, everyone in Serbia saw only one comparison: the 27-year-old American came to replace Dante Exum, who made the return to the NBA. Interestingly, Dozier tried to shake off this comparison.
Enes Kanter Freedom on Ergin Ataman: 'He's a good coach, but not a good human being'

2023-12-14

It was February 2, 2022, when Enes Kanter Freedom played his last game in the NBA. He recorded seven points and 12 rebounds in the Boston Celtics' blowout win (126-91) over the Brooklyn Nets. Since then, the Turkish-born U.S. citizen hasn't stepped on the floor as a professional athlete. Kanter Freedom, 31, has been an outspoken critic of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Six EuroLeague players that might be moved during transfer window

2023-12-14

As the EuroLeague approaches a transfer window, allowing players to switch teams and join their new clubs after December 30, BasketNews has identified several key candidates for potential moves in the upcoming weeks. Some prominent EuroLeague figures may even hit the transfer window from December 30 to February 7, the deadline for new player registrations.
Marko Pesic: 'The European basketball ecosystem is struggling'

2023-12-12

Marko Pesic has been working for FC Bayern Munich's basketball section since 2011, at a time when only a handful of European clubs would hire a person entrusted with the task of maximizing the value of their business. "When I started, we had six professional office people, including me. Now, we're between 60 and 70," the club's CEO, who recently turned 47, tells BasketNews.
Mike James discusses all-time record pursuit and best EuroLeague scorers

2023-12-11

December 7, 2013: Mike James goes off for 31 points in the 3rd Italian League, but his former team, Fulgor Omegna, stumbles against Staff Mantova. December 8, 2023: Mike James drops 25 points in the EuroLeague road win against Zalgiris Kaunas and surpasses legendary Juan Carlos Navarro for the 3rd spot in the league's all-time scoring list.
Alec Peters talks stellar second season in Piraeus, addresses Olympiacos' issues

2023-12-09

Following what could be described as a quiet first season with Olympiacos Piraeus, Alec Peters has geared up for good in the 2023-24 campaign with the Reds. 
Mario Hezonja explains gesture towards PAO fans, addresses upcoming free agency

2023-12-08

The calendar read November 11, 2021, when Mario Hezonja returned to the OAKA arena for the first time since he left the team he grew to love while being a professional basketball player. 
Why did Mark Cuban decide to sell Mavericks?

2023-12-07

Recently, one of the most important news in the NBA has been the Dallas Mavericks sale. The Mavericks longtime owner, Mark Cuban, has reportedly reached an agreement in principle to sell a majority stake in the franchise to the Adelson family, owners of several casinos around the world and by far one of the wealthiest families in the world.
Facundo Campazzo reflects on Panathinaikos' interest, shuts the NBA doors

2023-12-05

Last Thursday in Istanbul, Real Madrid were confidently heading to what would have been their 11th straight win in the EuroLeague season.
Kevin Pangos and Olimpia Milan: chronicles of love that never bloomed

2023-12-04

In the summer of 2022, Kevin Pangos signed a 2-year contract with EA7 Emporio Armani Milan, which had already been in contact with the player for months to turn him into the ideal replacement for Sergio Rodriguez. However, the Italian experience was immediately complex for Pangos. During the training camp, the Canadian player appeared clearly behind in terms of condition.
Bruno Caboclo's experiment: How it's working and changing Partizan's season

2023-12-02

When the EuroLeague's regular season is over, we might be looking at Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade's Round 11 win against Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens as a turning point in their season. 
Former EuroLeague players in NBA: Doncic and Wembanyama in the mix

2023-12-01

BasketNews has already explored how many ex-NBA players compete in the EuroLeague, but now let's shift our focus in the opposite direction. Currently, 38 former EuroLeague players are making their mark in the NBA. Among them, 18 have found a home in Eastern Conference teams, while the Western Conference boasts 20.
How close were Real Madrid to breaking EuroLeague records?

2023-12-01

After a stunning 10-0 start, Real Madrid suffered their first loss in the 2023-24 EuroLeague season against Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul. It seemed that everything was going towards the 11th win in a row for the reigning champions as they still had a 14-point lead in the 4th quarter.
The Dusko Effect is revitalizing Baskonia

2023-12-01

Not all changes necessarily bring positive effects. Sometimes, we see examples of how this kind of risk ruins something very good by rushing to want to make changes. However, in other cases, changes are necessary to remedy a situation that has become irretrievable.
Jaron Blossomgame's year 2 at Monaco: Sacrifices and unorthodox Obradovic methods

2023-11-29

Jaron Blossomgame wasn't used to scoring game-winning baskets. In a career featuring several highlights, his late heroics are so far and few between that his spectacular put-up dunk in AS Monaco's away win against Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz for EuroLeague Round 10 stands on its own. 
Victor Claver reflects on post-career plans, explains Juancho's popularity among PAO fans

2023-11-28

Victor Claver feels excited about Valencia hosting one of the four FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments. The third-biggest Spanish city was one of the choices, along with Piraeus, Riga, and San Juan, in a decision that was made public last Monday.
Sleepless nights in the army and logistical nightmares: Hapoel Holon story during a war

2023-11-27

October 7 was the day many Israeli citizens will remember for decades to come. For many, it was an event that changed their lives for multiple months to come. In the basketball world, this meant chaos.
Houston Rockets are Alperen Sengun's team now

2023-11-25

The saying, "third time's the charm," perfectly fits the current Houston Rockets situation. During the 2020-21 season, the Rockets decided to trade James Harden, who had become unsatisfied with his situation in Texas.
How Dinos Mitoglou, Jerian Grant came to relish breakout season under Ataman's coaching

2023-11-24

No recent EuroLeague comeback story can provide as much excitement, curiosity, and admiration as Dinos Mitoglou's career season with Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens.  Following his 32-month ban by FIBA, issued after the Greek forward tested positive in anti-doping control on March 4, 2022, Mitoglou was initially eligible for reinstatement in November 2024. 
Serge Ibaka explains why playing in Europe is tougher than the NBA

2023-11-23

Almost two months into the EuroLeague season, FC Bayern Munich forward Serge Ibaka is getting back to his usual rhythm. The beginning in Kaunas was a bit confusing for a 34-year-old veteran. He held the game ball before the EuroLeague anthem, trying to familiarize himself with it, surrounded by 15,000 Zalgiris fans cheering in the stands.
Ex-NBA players in EuroLeague: Which team has the most?

2023-11-23

An increasing number of former NBA players choose to embrace the EuroLeague basketball, enticed by its distinctive physicality, memorable fan experiences in packed arenas, and a relentless every-game-matters mentality.
Gabriele Procida, Matteo Spagnolo contemplate NBA future, share admiration for PAO fans

2023-11-23

Two players from the same country who find themselves on a foreign team's roster are uncommon in European basketball. What makes the case of Gabriele Procida and Matteo Spagnolo stand out from the rest is that both Italian internationals have many things in common, apart from sharing the locker room at ALBA Berlin. 
Why Zalgiris released Mitrou-Long and is he a player Olympiacos need?

2023-11-22

If you are wondering how Naz Mitrou-Long got a 3-year deal from Olympiacos Piraeus after averaging 4 points in the EuroLeague with Zalgiris Kaunas, you've come to the right place.
EuroLeague Power Rankings: Apologies to Barca and biggest surprise of the season

2023-11-22

With the 2023-24 EuroLeague season getting underway, BasketNews presents the updated Power Rankings edition. 18 BasketNews staff members had a say, positioning the teams based on their current form and the potential they have in the foreseeable future. The clubs received 18 points for the 1st place vote, 17 – for 2nd, 16 – for 3rd, 15 – for 4th, and so on.
Is the past really relevant?

2023-11-20

EA7 Emporio Armani are onto another rocky start in their EuroLeague campaign, but differently from the last years, head coach Ettore Messina steals the spotlight and gets most of the headlines.
How a decade of changes led Germany to win FIBA World Cup

2023-11-20

Just a few months ago, we all got excited about the fantastic performance of the German national team that Gordon Herbert led to the FIBA Basketball World Cup victory. Thanks to the FIBA World Cup success, Germany made a significant leap in the international ranking, gaining 8 positions and settling in third place, behind only the USA and Spain.
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