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2025-02-22

The Golden State Warriors dynasty has been defined by brilliance, teamwork, and undeniable success—but also by chaos. At the center of much of that chaos stands Draymond Green, a player whose fire and intensity have both fueled championships and ignited controversies. 
Wenyen Gabriel relishes challenge of being PAO's lone center, facing Olympiacos' bigs

2025-02-21

Wenyen Gabriel has been pretty busy lately. His tasks with Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens extend far beyond scoring the ball whenever the opportunity presents itself. The South Sudanese big man has a big load to carry, as he has ended up being the Greens' only big man, following the injuries of Mathias Lessort and Omer Yurtseven that have depleted the team's front line.
Breaking down switch defense: Why it's more effective than ever in the EuroLeague?

2025-02-18

Switch defense is the most popular pick-and-roll concept in modern basketball, but this season, more than ever, teams capable of switching have become incredibly tough to break down. The best example is Crvena Zvezda. In the first 15 games, they hovered around 10th place, largely due to the absence of Joel Bolomboy, whose injury left them without a crucial defensive presence.
Fenerbahce GM discusses EuroLeague strategy, NBA expansion, roster moves

2025-02-11

This has been a pretty busy season for Derya Yannier. But even if that wasn't the case, the general manager of Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul knows that his professional capacity as the link between the team and the club's management will hardly allow him any moments of ease.
European NBA All-Stars of all-time: Players with most selections

2025-02-10

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is closing in on Dirk Nowitzki's record for the most NBA All-Star selections among European players. The Greek Freak earned his ninth All-Star nod this year and led all players in fan votes.
PJ Dozier takes blame for Efes' loss to PAO, credits Partizan for NBA comeback

2025-02-09

PJ Dozier made his EuroLeague debut with Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade in the 2023-24 season. He averaged 9.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.3 steals for a PIR of 9.9 over 33 games. However, the Serbian outfit failed to make the playoffs. For the American guard/forward, the adjustment process was a rather long one and stretched across the entire campaign.
Give Me Control: Did the refs cost Fenerbahce's win in OAKA, and is Trinchieri right to complain?

2025-02-09

EuroLeague referees, not once but twice this past week, used the Instant Replay System (IRS) to correct almost identical mistakes that should never have been made in the first place. In both situations, the officials made additional rule errors that had to be corrected later in the game.  The other Rounds 25 and 26 games were not free of other obvious errors as well.
Top 3 destinations for Vasilije Micic's potential return to EuroLeague

2025-02-08

Vasilije Micic's NBA journey has been challenging, with limited playing time in both Oklahoma City and Charlotte. Despite brief opportunities when LaMelo Ball was injured, his role remained minimal. Recently, he was traded to the Phoenix Suns, but with their guard rotation, his chances of securing consistent minutes seem unlikely.
Best NBA trades during the season: moves that turned into Championships

2025-02-07

This year, the trade market saw a lot of action. Many teams were trying to build for the future, shopping their stars for young talent or draft picks. Some teams were trying to find a superstar to help them contend for the championship. That’s what we’ll try to discover in this article: the best NBA trades during the season that played a crucial role in winning championships.
NBA Trade Deadline 2025: tracker and rumors

2025-02-06

With the NBA trade deadline 2025 getting closer, BasketNews invites you to follow all the action and find every deal that happened in our NBA trade deadline tracker. Check out the rest of the trades in our NBA Trade deadline tracker below Raptors
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Luca Banchi opens up on Bologna exit, Latvia farewell, Porzingis' EuroBasket chances

2025-02-06

Luca Banchi's coaching path has been anything but predictable in the 2024-25 season. In early December, he stepped down from Virtus Bologna, a team he had guided to a strong campaign and the EuroLeague Play-in showdown the previous year.
Top 10 ball handlers of all time: Is Kyrie really the best?

2025-02-05

Ball-handling is an essential skill in the NBA, and the players who master it can change the course of a game. While all players need ball control, only a select few master it as an art form, raising the perennial question: who has the best handles in the NBA?
NBL's Next Stars program: Why top NBA prospects choose Australia over Europe

2025-02-05

For a growing number of non-US players, the leap to the NBA isn't just the logical outcome of one or more solid seasons in the EuroLeague. In fact, there's a good reason why some of them would move as far as Australia to maximize their potential of being picked by a franchise.
Lonnie Walker IV fires back at Luka Doncic conditioning concerns

2025-02-04

Lonnie Walker IV isn't convinced that Luka Doncic's conditioning is a legitimate issue, rejecting the doubts that surfaced after the Dallas Mavericks traded him to the Los Angeles Lakers. He also expressed excitement about the Spurs' move for De'Aaron Fox and responded about how the trade deadline could impact his own future in Europe.
Inside Dubai Basketball: Awudu Abass talks growth, challenges, and future goals

2025-02-04

In recent years, the talk of how European basketball might change in the near future has become increasingly insistent. There is growing curiosity around this topic between the NBA's interest in creating its own league here in Europe and the changes that the EuroLeague, the main continental competition, is going through.
Top centers Lakers should target before trade deadline to replace AD

2025-02-03

With Anthony Davis now in Dallas following the blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers are left with a significant void in their frontcourt. While Doncic's arrival strengthens their backcourt, the team now lacks a true defensive anchor in the paint. As a result, the Lakers are actively exploring trade options for a center to balance their roster and make a deep playoff push.
The real reason Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leading the MVP race

2025-02-03

Nikola Jokic himself recently admitted that he's playing the best basketball of his career, and the numbers back it up. The Denver Nuggets superstar is putting up historic efficiency while continuing to dominate every aspect of the game. He leads the Nuggets as both a scorer and a playmaker. Yet, despite his brilliance, he isn't the frontrunner for MVP.
3 reasons why Luka Doncic trade is good for him and Europe

2025-02-03

The Los Angeles Lakers just shook the basketball world by pulling off a blockbuster trade -- landing 25-year-old superstar Luka Doncic in exchange for 31-year-old Anthony Davis, a 10-time All-Star. On the surface, this deal is already massive. But when you look deeper, it carries even more weight, especially for European basketball.
Europe’s Version of Doncic Trade & Crazy EuroLeague Playoff Scenarios (URBONUS Q&A)

2025-02-03

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Top 10 biggest NBA trades involving European stars: from Doncic to Drazen

2025-02-03

The Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade really blew everyone away. It was such a shock that people were actually wondering if ESPN's Shams Charania had been hacked. Spoiler alert: he wasn't. This is the biggest NBA trade featuring a European superstar, and it's now officially in the books. Luka is now the new face of the Los Angeles Lakers, joining forces with LeBron James.
Give Me Control: Evaluating Eternal Derby referees and horrible refs performance in Monaco

2025-02-02

Give Me Control takes a deep dive into the second half of the Belgrade Derby and the last foul called on Sterling Brown with 1.0 seconds left in the game, which ultimately led to Nemanja Nedovic’s game-winning free throws.
Zvezda’s Epic Win Over Partizan & Why NBA Europe Could Fail (URBONUS)

2025-02-01

URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas react to Belgrade’s derby and Crvena Zvezda’s statement win over Partizan while also discussing their concerns regarding NBA Europe and EuroLeague expansion plans. Episode partners:
Give Me Control: Refs mistake that decided Baskonia's win and reaction to Ataman's complaints

2025-01-31

Last week in Round 23, a missed traveling call led to Mario Hezonja's buzzer-beater and Real Madrid's 90-89 victory over Spanish rival Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz.  But did the tables turn last night, and did Baskonia get the same break from the referees on Trent Forrest's basket with 0.5 seconds left, which gave them an 88-86 victory over FC Barcelona? 
Vladimir Lucic hints at a potential return to Partizan

2025-01-31

"It's great, definitely," Vladimir Lucic admitted about his return to action. FC Bayern Munich's captain spent 3.5 months sidelined after the calf injury, but the 35-year-old appeared in the 3rd game in a row, making an instant impact on the team.
EuroLeague eyes expansion: more teams next season?

2025-01-31

EuroLeague is exploring the possibility of expanding to 20 teams for the 2025-26 season, sources tell BasketNews. The league is considering adding two more clubs to accommodate more teams that align with its vision of stability, continuity, and added value.
NBA expansion in Europe: Targeting Real Madrid, Man City, and new team in Germany

2025-01-30

While uncertainty still surrounds the possible launch of an NBA Europe league, BasketNews sources have provided new insights into the potential structure of the proposed competition. Though many details remain unclear, a framework for the league's roster of teams is beginning to take shape within NBA discussions.
Fear and Dominance: How Victor Wembanyama is Changing the NBA

2025-01-29

People started talking about Victor Wembanyma when he was a child because they felt they were dealing with a player capable of being truly revolutionary. Therefore, his path to the NBA was almost natural. Everything around him was managed in such a way that his potential could be maximized as he came to the NBA.
Errick McCollum discusses Saras' genius, CJ in EuroLeague, most annoying opponent

2025-01-28

For Errick McCollum, changing teams during the season is rather unusual. But the veteran guard was essentially left with no other choice since his former club, Pinar Karsiyaka, was going through major financial struggles that rendered everyone's future uncertain.
From Karsiyaka to Fenerbahce: Errick McCollum's chance at belated EuroLeague glory

2025-01-27

In March 2024, in an interview with the BCL website, Errick McCollum revealed that finishing his career in Turkiye looked like the ideal plan for him. During the summer, Pinar Karsiyaka extended his contract until 2026, and it seemed that all pieces had fallen into place.
Give Me Control: A brutal refs mistake and is Baskonia's complaint legit?

2025-01-25

Mario Hezonja's game-winner against Baskonia, which secured Real Madrid's victory, 90-89, has raised big doubts. Baskonia may have reasons to feel aggrieved by the officiating in their Round 23 loss.
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