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Itoudis vs. Ataman: game that ended Anadolu Efes dynasty

2023-04-07

The Istanbul derby gave us high-level basketball. But in the end, all of that was outshined by off-the-court storylines. Anadolu Efes Istanbul's loss eliminated the back-to-back champions from the playoff race, and Ergin Ataman's dramatic early exit, as well as the scuffle between Will Clyburn and Fenerbahce's bench, got all the headlines.
Every Game Matters: what’s behind unprecedented Efes collapse?

2023-04-07

Ergin Ataman's exit from the game against Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul with 36.5 seconds left probably illustrates Anadolu Efes Istanbul's season the best. Some might call it disrespectful. Shameful. Embarrassing. You can think of many words to describe it, but it was definitely something a champion shouldn't do. Let alone a back-to-back champion.
Virtus prepare for another busy summer amid unclear future in EuroLeague

2023-04-06

Last week, Virtus Segafredo Bologna were officially eliminated from the EuroLeague playoff contention. Reaching the playoffs in their first season back in the main European competition was always considered a long shot.
'Nigeria has to get their s--- together': Moneke urges change amidst recent fails

2023-04-05

2021-07-10. Eight digits that mark a historical date for Nigerian basketball. On that day, Nigeria stunned Team USA in an Olympic exhibition game in Las Vegas and pulled off one of the greatest upsets in international basketball. Nigeria turned the tables around since the 2012 London Olympics when the U.S. squad demolished D'Tigers by 83 points (156-73).
EuroLeague Awards candidates: Questionable criteria and a common misconception

2023-04-05

As the 2022-23 EuroLeague Regular Season draws to a close, the race is not only heating up for the playoffs but also for the individual awards that are handed out at the end of the campaign.
Isaiah Taylor compares Ataman to Maksvytis, recalls doubts about his signing

2023-04-05

The depressing winter weather in Kaunas, Lithuania, can be quite a shock for foreigners. With the sun shining for a mere 15 hours during the entire month of January, it's enough to make anyone feel down. But for Isaiah Taylor, the winter weather was nothing compared to his challenges during the first part of the EuroLeague season.
EuroLeague, we need a Play-In tournament

2023-04-05

Seeing how the 2022-23 EuroLeague regular season is going to end, once again inevitable topic comes to the surface. The Play-In tournament. While the newly introduced regular season in the 2016-17 campaign is a huge success from a fan's point of view, it could be made even better with the Play-In tournament introduction.
Alberto Diaz reflects on life-changing EuroBasket, future with Unicaja Malaga

2023-04-04

In a recent survey carried out among BCL general managers, Unicaja Malaga's Alberto Diaz topped the Best Defender category taking 23% of the votes.  To say Diaz is a pest constitutes a big understatement. For those unfamiliar with his abilities on the rear end of the court, last year's EuroBasket will always serve as the best reply.
Chris Jones: From hand-washing clothes in Mongolia to his own NBA

2023-04-04

When Chris Jones signed his new three-year deal with Valencia Basket, he reflected on the journey he had taken to provide for his family. His path was unique, beginning with his first overseas opportunity in Mongolia. However, these challenging experiences helped shape him into the player and person he is today.
With this season ending, undeserved uncertainty looms over Valencia

2023-04-03

Last week, after a loss against Zalgiris Kaunas, it was officially confirmed that Valencia Basket's season in the EuroLeague will be over in less than a couple of weeks. With a 14-18 record, Valencia was officially eliminated from the playoffs contention – drought that continues from the 2010-11 season.
Most interesting Italian league talents that flew under the radar

2023-04-03

The fact that Virtus Segafredo Bologna and EA7 Emporio Armani Milan find themselves at the top of the table of the Italian league is not really surprising. We're talking about two superpowers of Italian basketball, the teams with the biggest budgets in the league and the richest history in this competition.
EuroLeague playoff race: head-to-head records that might decide Top 8

2023-03-31

The competition for playoff spots in the EuroLeague is heating up. In a battle this tight, every single point counts for the remaining teams fighting for a place in the top 8. BasketNews looked at how the teams still in the running for the playoffs are positioning themselves in head-to-head situations in case multiple teams finish with the same win-loss record.
With regular season finale looming, the clock is ticking for Mavericks

2023-03-31

Since the Kyrie Irving trade happened, there have been many questions surrounding the present and future of the Dallas Mavericks. There was some legit excitement about the partnership between Luka Doncic and Irving, especially after the Mavericks lost Jalen Brunson last summer without replacing him.
Dee Bost reflects on leaving Galatasaray, links his Bulgarian NT future to Vezenkov

2023-03-31

The last time Dee Bost talked to BasketNews was in mid-June 2022. The American-born guard with the Bulgarian passport was coming off an impressive campaign with Galatasaray NEF Istanbul, and fans were raving.
Mike James opens up about suspension: 'This situation is different than in CSKA'

2023-03-31

Basketball people were left wondering, "What's wrong with Mike James?" as one of the top scorers in the EuroLeague returned to the court after a suspension.
Chima Moneke reveals NBA clubs he could've joined, eyes Vezenkov in Kings

2023-03-30

AS Monaco forward Chima Moneke is a good reason to buy a ticket for a basketball game. His playing style is impressive and sadly less common in Europe. He always tries, makes hustle plays, leaves 100% of his energy, and enjoys the crowd. Partizan's Mathias Lessort could be his closest comparison on the EuroLeague court.
EuroLeague playoffs race: who will make Top 8?

2023-03-30

With two weeks left until EuroLeague's regular season finale, there are at least a few unknowns left. One of them is probably the most important – who will make the playoffs?
Gone in 9 weeks: Briante Weber opens up on his eventful Olympiacos stint (upd.)

2023-03-29

Whenever the media walk down memory lane, looking for the ins and outs that can make a difference in telling the story of a player's stint with a club, they tend to present a summary of the situation.
Uncut diamonds from EuroCup and BCL: Potential targets for EuroLeague clubs

2023-03-29

We're getting closer to April, so soon it will be playoffs time in EuroLeague. However, it's also a crucial moment of the season in the EuroCup and Basketball Champions League, the other two main European competitions.
Briante Weber recounts Pat Beverley story, explores Efes' distress signal

2023-03-28

Say what you will, but Briante Weber is one of the most colorful and exciting basketball players currently making a living in Europe. With his wavy, long hair highlighting every sound he utters and his speech colored by the passion that characterizes him on the court, it's no wonder a 30-year-old American guard is a man who struggles to reconcile the contradictory elements inherent in him.
Final call: Anadolu Efes and Olimpia Milan have their last chance at redemption

2023-03-28

Two seasons ago, Anadolu Efes Istanbul and EA7 Emporio Armani Milan were both in Cologne for the EuroLeague Final Four, with the Turkish side ending up winning the competition in the final against Barcelona. Last season, the two teams faced each other in a playoff series with, once again, the Turkish side prevailing and going all the way to the second EuroLeague title in a row.
Capitanes GM Nick Lagios explains how G League can be more attractive than EuroLeague

2023-03-27

Every G League team is directly affiliated with an NBA franchise. That means the developmental league coaches work closely with the NBA affiliate.
Rise of Mathias Lessort: from forgotten in Tel Aviv to cornerstone at Partizan

2023-03-25

From 5 games in the EuroLeague last year to second place in PIR (player index rating) this campaign. If you are searching for the most improved player in the tournament this season, look no further than Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade's center Mathias Lessort.
Tomas Satoransky enjoys Sarunas Jasikevicius' challenges, wants Greece to win a medal

2023-03-24

Almost midway through our conversation with Tomas Satoransky in FC Barcelona's locker room at OAKA on Thursday night, I asked the Czech point guard a question regarding his ex-Bulls coach Jim Boylen.
What is happening to Golden State Warriors?

2023-03-23

In June of last year, the Golden State Warriors were celebrating their 7th NBA title, the fourth in their recent history. They beat the Boston Celtics 4-2 in the NBA Finals and immediately started to think about a repeat for the 2022-23 season.
64 points in two key games: Jerrick Harding knocking on EuroLeague's door

2023-03-23

There's a special breed of basketball players who can score with ease, no matter what the defense throws at them. They're the ones who leave fans shaking their heads in utter disbelief, wondering how on earth they can make shots that seem impossible. 1.85-meter BAXI Manresa guard Jerrick Harding is one of these players.
Drew Nicholas on handling stress at PAO, Obradovic's uniqueness, relationship with Saras

2023-03-22

On his first visit to OAKA after roughly eleven months, Drew Nicholas came across a familiar situation. The retired player, who used to wreak havoc on opposing defenses in the 2000s, watched Panathinaikos Athens take on their main rivals Olympiacos Piraeus last Sunday.
Shaq McKissic names all-EuroLeague second unit team

2023-03-21

Dora Pantelli nailed it with her question to Giannoulis Larentzakis following Olympiacos' impressive win against Barcelona. Pantelli praised Larentzakis, who had just turned the game around with 14 points, saying, "Sometimes it looks like when nothing works, you appear, and you provide energy, and you provide your team with big shots."
Olimpia Milan: injuries remain constant in a disappointing season

2023-03-21

With six games left to play in the EuroLeague regular season, Italian powerhouse EA7 Emporio Armani Milan are almost certainly out of playoff contention. Despite the recent improvement in the results, with 6 wins and only one loss in the last 7 games, Milan would need a miracle to secure a spot in the EuroLeague post-season.
Panathinaikos are on the verge of another rebuild, will it be the right one?

2023-03-19

When you have been at the top for so long, getting used to a less glittering reality can be extremely difficult. This is something that Panathinaikos Athens, one of the most titled teams in European basketball, has learned very well in recent seasons.
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