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Kyle Hines addresses retirement scenarios, names reason for skipping international play

2023-09-23

In October 2021, EA7 Emporio Armani Milan head coach Ettore Messina was asked about Kyle Hines' thoughts on a potential retirement.  The EuroLeague veteran was entering the final year of his contract with the Italian club, and the finishing line looked closer than ever. 
Does Partizan look better with the new Kaminsky-Dozier duo?

2023-09-22

It is a usual practice for European clubs to lose a couple of best players after a successful season. The same happened to Partizan MozzartBet Belgrade. Mathias Lessort left for Panathinaikos Athens, while Dante Exum managed to carve his way back to the NBA. 
Naz Mitrou-Long recalls crazy Gigi Datome story and relationship with Dillon Brooks

2023-09-22

Last season, Zalgiris Kaunas surprised pretty much everyone by qualifying for the EuroLeague playoffs, forcing out of the post-season clubs such as Anadolu Efes and Olimpia Milan. In his first season with the Lithuanian powerhouse, head coach Kazys Maksvytis did a remarkable job, taking full advantage of the roster qualities he had at his disposal.
Kyle Guy wants to live his myth in Greece as more of a winner and less of a shooter

2023-09-20

Nothing can make Kyle Guy happier than being able to travel the world while playing basketball. That's why it shouldn't come as a surprise that he seemed to be enjoying as much as anyone the location that his club, Panathinaikos Athens, chose to present its brand-new jersey on Monday evening. 
EuroLeague transfer market 2023: signings and rumors (updated daily)

2023-09-18

After the end of the 2022-23 season, the EuroLeague transfer market and rumors begin! How will teams' final rosters take shape? Where some of the biggest names in Europe will move over the summer? What is the future of the EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov? BasketNews actively monitors the situation of all EuroLeague clubs and will keep updating their rosters throughout the summer.
Broken relationship: What went wrong between Virtus Bologna and Sergio Scariolo

2023-09-15

In about a week, Virtus Bologna will officially start their new season by playing in the semifinal of the Italian SuperCup against Olimpia Milan in what will be a replay of last season's Italian league finals.
Every Team USA loss ever: From early embarrassment to current defeats

2023-09-11

On September 3rd, Lithuania played one of the best quarters in the country's basketball history and stunned Team USA, giving them their first loss in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. It was the 11th loss a fully-stacked NBA players-only roster suffered in major international tournaments.
Dillon Brooks: from booed villain to the MVP in Manila

2023-09-10

Watching Dillon Brooks in the Philippines was an entertaining experience. Whenever his name was mentioned, or he touched the ball, the Filipino crowd showered him with boos due to their strong love for the Los Angeles Lakers. As the Lakers' rival, Brooks received the expected treatment from the stands. 
Aleksa Avramovic: guy who drove Gilgeous-Alexander and his teammates crazy

2023-09-10

Can you picture a Serbian guy locked in his hotel room, watching Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's film and highlights for two days straight? It might sound like a joke, but that's Aleksa Avramovic for you, and that guy is crazy.
FIBA executive Zagklis reacts to Klay Thompson's considerations of joining the Bahamas

2023-09-10

FIBA General Secretary Andreas Zagklis responded to Klay Thompson's consideration of potentially joining the Bahamas national team, even though he had previously represented Team USA in two major FIBA competitions.
Andreas Obst: Germany's Reggie Miller sinking USA and fulfilling Dirk's poster words

2023-09-10

Many knew Franz Wagner could hoop, and Daniel Theis was a tough big man. However, they weren't prepared for the unexpected Obst-acle that prevented Team USA from reaching the FIBA World Cup 2023 final. Who is Andreas Obst, the player who played a pivotal role in defeating Team USA in the World Cup semifinal?
The worst Dennis Schroder's night that showed so much about Germany

2023-09-08

How much positivity can you get from a night that nearly turned into a nightmare, with your leader missing 22 field goals? Look at this German national team. At one point, it felt like watching a ship sinking with Dennis Schroder at the helm.
Luka Doncic vs. Dillon Brooks: FIBA World Cup is set for an epic clash

2023-09-06

Luka Doncic and Dillon Brooks will face each other in one of the most exciting FIBA World Cup 2023 quarterfinal showdowns. In fact, Luka Doncic could potentially be going up against the best perimeter defense he has ever seen in FIBA national team basketball.
Latvia's young backcourt wants to keep working miracles in Manila

2023-09-06

Every successful team boasts a mix of young and experienced players who can guide it through thick and thin, including games against top-level opponents. For a squad that has suffered several setbacks both before and during the 2023 World Cup and doesn't possess significant roster depth, every player is important. 
Paolo Banchero vs. Italy: Why Team USA commitment triggered Italians

2023-09-05

"No," Paolo Banchero responded the night before the Team USA and Italy battle in the FIBA World Cup quarterfinals when asked if he had any message for Italian basketball fans.
Get ready, Manila: Germany has everything to win FIBA World Cup gold

2023-09-04

Once again, Germany showed that this is a team not to joke with in this FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023. The Germans climbed out of arguably the most difficult group in the competition without a single loss while playing without Franz Wagner in all but one game. On top of that, it seemed that the Germans didn't break too much sweat, with the Australia game being the lone exception.
Once in a life-time Lithuania's victory over the USA, that doesn't matter. Or does it?

2023-09-04

"88:87, 1 minute and 40 seconds to go in a game between Lithuania and USA. Jasikevicius! Once again, from the three-point line... Tenth point (in a row) for Jasikevicius! What Sarunas Jasikevicius is doing in the fourth quarter today... As if remembering that desperate missed shot in Sydney, he's trying to redeem the entire Lithuanian team today."
Dennis Schroder explains what happened during timeout vs. Slovenia

2023-09-03

Germany remains perfect in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 and after a 100-71 win vs. Slovenia goes to Manilla with a perfect 5-0 record. However, a heated timeout in 1st quarter between Dennis Schroder and head coach Gordon Herbert raised some eyebrows.
Josh Giddey comments on his World Cup debut, waits for Paris Olympics

2023-09-03

Australia finished its FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 campaign with a convincing win over Georgia, but it was not the final game the Boomers expected to play. After a loss against Slovenia, Australia was eliminated from the World Cup title contention, and Saturday's contest was just a game for pride. With a 3-2 record, the Boomers finished in 3rd place in Group K.
Nando De Colo after France's World Cup debacle: 'I'm sure they won't fire everybody'

2023-09-03

There has been much discussion about what exactly went south for France in the 2023 World Cup and last year's EuroBasket finalists didn't qualify for the Round of 16. The two losses to Canada and Latvia derailed Vincent Collet's team early in the tournament and from that point, there was no going back. France was relegated to places 17-32 and ended up 18th, their worst placement ever. 
Grant Hill reveals surprising Team USA discoveries, names World Cup title contender

2023-09-03

When it comes to the FIBA World Cup, the Americans do things a bit differently compared to other participating teams. Team USA has made itself at home in a hotel of their choosing, complete with a practice gym so that they don't have to adjust their practice sessions according to schedules and facilities provided by FIBA.
Gobert dissects requirements of FIBA game, underwhelming season with Timberwolves

2023-09-02

Rudy Gobert couldn't change much for France in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Les Bleus are set to leave Jakarta for destinations other than Manila, where the tournament's final stage will be played. Some of the players have already planned a quick trip to Bali to get a taste of Indonesia's most famous resort. 
Slovenia magic: role players became stars in a crucial win against Australia

2023-09-02

Slovenia national team beat Australia in a crucial FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 matchup and clinched a place in the quarterfinal. And Slovenia has done it in probably the only possible way. Before the game, the biggest question wasn't about the team's star, Luka Doncic, but whether his supporting cast would rise to the occasion and convert the opportunities created by Doncic.
Italy was about to collapse, then Simone Fontecchio happened

2023-09-01

With less than three minutes remaining in the third quarter, Italy looked hopeless. The Azzurri were down by 16 against Serbia, and the chances of staying alive in the competition appeared to be very slim. 
African and Asian teams' World Cup woes unveil ever-increasing disparity

2023-09-01

When FIBA announced that the Philippines would be among the hosts of the 2023 World Cup, a big part of fans and media alike were thrilled that a basketball-crazy nation would get the chance to experience the big event first-hand.
Do or die: takeaways before Luka Doncic's Slovenia faces Australia

2023-08-31

The Second Round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 in Okinawa will begin with a bang. Slovenia will meet Australia in a game that might decide which team will reach the quarterfinal in Manilla, Philippines.
Davis Bertans reveals ideal career finale, stance towards naturalized players in Latvia

2023-08-30

Davis Bertans apparently was in a good mood during Latvia's practice before the game against Team Canada. Trying his signature long-distance shots from every corner of the main court in the Indonesia Arena, he seemed to have placed a bet with himself. 
Luka Doncic, Edy Tavares cherish Madrid days before facing each other in FIBA World Cup

2023-08-30

FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 and Okinawa reunited two old friends. Slovenia national team star Luka Doncic will face his former teammate and Cape Verde's symbol, Edy Tavares. Even though both players spent only one season in Real Madrid, it seems that a life-long friendship was born.
Josh Green on facing Luka Doncic in FIBA World Cup: 'Should be fun'

2023-08-29

Australia didn't stumble in the do-or-die game against the host Japan and successfully qualified for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Second Round, as Josh Green was one of the keys to the victories.
Dennis Schroder talks upcoming Luka Doncic matchup, names how Germany could improve

2023-08-29

Germany went perfect in the First Round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023, winning all three games in Group E. In its latest game, Germany crushed Finland 101-75 and left no doubts about its quality. Once again, Dennis Schroder was the leading man for Germany, finishing the game with 15 points (6/7 2PT, 0/6 3PT, 3/3 FT), 2 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, and 14 EFF.
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