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Achille Polonara compares himself with Petrusev, addresses future with Zalgiris

2023-02-01

When Achille Polonara made his EuroLeague debut with Cazoo Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz in 2019, he was almost 28.  The Spanish club needed a power forward that could complement their starting man, Tornike Shengelia, and the Italian international looked like a good choice. But for Polonara himself, the ticket to the EuroLeague served as a vindication for his effort to get to Europe's top level. 
With Walkup and Canaan stepping up, Olympiacos found a way to eliminate sour trend

2023-02-01

Olympiacos Piraeus began their double-round week without Kostas Sloukas and Alec Peters. The challenge ahead was far from easy – an away game in a sold-out Ulker Sports Arena against Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul.
Roman Sorkin explains breakout season with Maccabi, comments on contract extension

2023-01-31

When Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv's locker room in Piraeus opened for the customary five-minute media availability session, most players were either chatting or on their cell phones.
Thanks for supporting: here are our weekly plans and highlights

2023-01-30

Hi, BN+ members! Firstly, we are grateful for your support, which enables us to produce top-notch content. Our goal is to strengthen the European basketball community, and you play a crucial role in that. Last week 7 new BN+ subscribers joined our community - welcome aboard, and let's have fun!
All-time EuroLeague American five by Errick McCollum and Malcolm Delaney

2023-01-28

In honor of American players' impact on the EuroLeague, the best EuroLeague American five of all time was discussed in the recent URBONUS episode. According to Yanis Psarakis of BNSports Greece, by scoring 23 points against Fenerbahce, Mike James surpassed Keith Langford to become the leading American scorer in the history of European Cups.
Day after El Classico: secrets behind Llull's Magic & Saras-Matteo chess battle

2023-01-27

Whenever Real Madrid and Barcelona meet, it's a great spectacle for any basketball lover. Late-game drama, iconic shots, legends being born, and two coaches exchanging moves that might help to put their team over the top. Everybody is giving 100%, and the atmosphere is wild.
Edgaras Ulanovas explains why Zalgiris collapsed at OAKA

2023-01-27

Going into the EuroLeague Round 21 game against Panathinaikos Athens, Zalgiris Kaunas had almost everything on their side. 
Michael Jordan's message to Cory Higgins that you won't find on social media

2023-01-26

As the clock ticked down in the Final Four semifinal matchup between EA7 Emporio Armani Milan and FC Barcelona, it felt as if time had come to a standstill. All eyes were on Kevin Punter as he took an open 3-pointer with less than 10 seconds left on the clock. But in a heart-wrenching moment, the shot clanged off the rim.
For Milan, it's time to save what's left of the season

2023-01-26

Right before the beginning of the season, the judgment was pretty much in. Most EuroLeague executives believed that EA7 Emporio Armani Milan had the best offseason among the EuroLeague clubs. It was almost given they have headed to the Final Four again after reaching them already two years ago in Cologne.
McCollum, Delaney skeptical of EuroLeague players league idea despite Bartzokas example

2023-01-25

Veteran American basketball players Errick McCollum and Malcolm Delaney aren't buying into the idea of the EuroLeague becoming a players league. In a recent interview with BasketNews, EuroLeague CEO Marshall Glickman stated his desire is to make the EuroLeague players league. But these two high-profile American scorers who made successful European careers aren't convinced.
EuroLeague All-Star Game could work only in one way

2023-01-25

For those old enough to remember how basketball under FIBA worked back in the 20th century, the European All-Star Game concept will ring a bell. 
Petr Cornelie names Real Madrid's worst matchup, reasons for keeping EuroLeague format

2023-01-23

Last Friday's EuroLeague game between hosts Olympiacos Piraeus and Real Madrid had just finished, and the door to the visiting team's locker room was hermetically shut.
Filip Petrusev is turning into a key piece for Crvena Zvezda

2023-01-21

For Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade, this has definitely been a season full of emotions and surprises. The reigning champions of the ABA League terribly started their EuroLeague season, winning only 2 of their first 8 games in the competition. The management decided enough was enough, and they parted ways with the young head coach Vladimir Jovanovic.
Thriving Filip Petrusev explains what has impacted his huge turnaround this season

2023-01-21

Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade failed to spoil another magical Zalgiris' night in Kaunas in front of their sold-out crowd. Zalgiris seemed to be safe at halftime, leading 38-30 after 20 minutes of play. However, the picture changed drastically after the break, as Zvezda stepped up defensively, played with more physicality, and made the most of their dominance in the paint.
Dzanan Musa recalls Bartzokas' words, reveals toughest moment, leaves NBA door open

2023-01-20

After eight years, Dzanan Musa will again enter the arena he once came very close to calling home.  The Bosnian international will spearhead Real Madrid's efforts when Los Blancos lock horns with hosts Olympiacos Piraeus on Friday night. In the undisputed game of the week in the EuroLeague, the Spanish powerhouse will see its status as leaders (13-6) put to a serious test by the Reds (12-7). 
EuroLeague to meet NBA execs in Paris to discuss collaboration

2023-01-19

October 3rd, 2016, Madrid. 17-year-old Luka Doncic meets the NBA team for the second time in his life. It may not have been one of those "Luka Magic" nights. A future EuroLeague champion, Finals MVP, and the NBA All-Star scored 3 points over the Oklahoma City Thunder that just started the rebuild of a post-Durant era.
Wade Baldwin cites reasons for changing teams, addresses 'bad guy' reputation

2023-01-18

Four teams, four seasons, and four visits to the OAKA arena to face Panathinaikos Athens. The first three ended badly, but last Friday, Wade Baldwin thought he had things figured out.  In his first experience, back in December 2019, he was a EuroLeague rookie trying to gain the confidence of a coach he barely knew and who essentially didn't believe in him.
Glickman names top markets for EuroLeague expansion, hints most likely format changes

2023-01-18

It's been four months since the new leadership of the EuroLeague took over, and some changes may be on the horizon. In an exclusive interview with BasketNews, CEO Marshall Glickman mentioned a few modifications that will likely occur in the upcoming seasons. "It goes hand in hand with the expansion," Glickman said.
Paolo Banchero has already turned into 'Mr.Reliable' for the Magic

2023-01-17

When the 2022 NBA draft was approaching, many pundits had a feeling that the Orlando Magic, the holders of the first pick in the draft, would select Jabari Smith or Chet Holmgren. From most mock drafts, Paolo Banchero was being placed between the No. 2 and No. 3 picks, with the possibility of ending up with the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Houston Rockets.
Glickman shares exchange with Campazzo, explains why he didn't lift the ban

2023-01-17

In an exclusive interview with BasketNews, EuroLeague CEO Marshall Glickman shared his vision for the league's future and provided insight into his decision-making process regarding the registration of Facundo Campazzo and the ban of Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade.
No country for short men: Why EuroLeague guards fail to flourish in the NBA

2023-01-16

For European guards, the 2000s and early 2010s looked like the place to be. Those were the times when some of the EuroLeague legends dominated the competition. The era of Sarunas Jasikevicius, Theo Papaloukas, Juan Carlos Navarro, Dimitris Diamantidis, Milos Teodosic, and Vassilis Spanoulis.
Will EuroLeague do enough to put itself on the map after Luka Doncic words?

2023-01-13

Over the past weekend, Luka Doncic became even more popular than he already is with the European audience (is that even possible? Looks like it). The Dallas Mavericks superstar said he watches more EuroLeague games than the NBA ones. A statement that immediately made the rounds in Europe, not only on basketball websites but also on social media.
Sasha Vezenkov clarifies his chances of moving to Kings, names his MVP candidates

2023-01-12

The new multi-million contract that Sasha Vezenkov has signed with Olympiacos Piraeus won't close doors for the potential Sacramento Kings move. On January 2nd, Vezenkov signed a new 3-year extension that will keep him in Olympiacos until 2025.
Marko Guduric shares thoughts on Radonjic's work, Campazzo's situation

2023-01-12

If Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul somehow managed to avoid losing the game to Panathinaikos in Athens on Tuesday night, Marko Guduric should probably take the most credit for it. 
Arturas Gudaitis trying to work his way out of free-throw nightmare

2023-01-11

With less than two minutes left on the game clock, it seemed like Panathinaikos Athens and Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul stood equal chances of winning the contest held at the OAKA indoor hall on Tuesday night.
Timberwolves investment in Rudy Gobert doesn't look encouraging

2023-01-10

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the last offseason with a very clear mindset: they wanted to get bigger and improve considerably on the defensive end. In order to do that, they were ready to make a big splash on the market, no matter the cost.
Mike James and Donatas Motiejunas question Free Facu campaign

2023-01-10

AS Monaco players Mike James and Donatas Motiejunas discussed the situation of Facundo Campazzo. Due to a prolonged ban by the EuroLeague Finance Panel, Campazzo won't be able to take the court for Crvena Zvezda until the March 2nd away game against Bayern Munich.
Road to perfection: Olympiacos players address team's flaws, reveal their dreams for 2023

2023-01-10

At the beginning of the season, Olympiacos Piraeus wasn't the team that dominated the EuroLeague Power Rankings. Some thought they overperformed last year when they reached the Final Four, others argued that Tyler Dorsey was irreplaceable.  The majority had the Greek side fighting for a playoff spot whilst prioritizing clubs with bigger budgets and high-profile transfer moves.
Ghosts of EuroBasket: this season's EuroLeague officiating asks for improvement

2023-01-09

Yes, officiating topic again... Refereeing was a constant theme throughout FIBA EuroBasket 2022. Well-known coaches (Vincent Collet, Ergin Ataman), one of the best players in the world (Luka Doncic), a few EuroLeague stars (Mario Hezonja, Nicolo Melli), and plenty of others were complaining about this part of the game.
Facundo Campazzo case: should EuroLeague lift Crvena Zvezda ban?

2023-01-06

Will EuroLeague CEO Marshall Glickman use the amnesty to lift the ban on players registration for Crvena Zvezda and allow Facundo Campazzo to play? This is the most crucial question that the new EuroLeague leadership must answer, as their decision could have significant consequences. It seems that it was also unexpected for the EuroLeague leadership.
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