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| ABA LEAGUE |
| Uros Plavsic signs at BC Mega MIS Beograd - by Eurobasket News | |||
He graduated from University of Tennessee in 2023 and it will be his first season in pro basketball. Plavsic played also for Arizona State University for one year. BC Mega MIS Beograd roster for 2023-24: Guards: Petar Milosavcevic Stefan Miljenovic Nikola Topic Forwards: Uros Plavsic Nemanja Popovic Timotej Malovec Andrija Jelavic Ognjen Srzentic |
| ANDORRA |
| Bartolome re-signs at Gijon - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Archena where in 22 EBA games he recorded 10.5ppg, 5.0rpg and 1.6apg in that year. He was also a member of Andorra international program for some years. Bartolome played for Andorra Senior National Team between 2016 and 2018 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2016. He represented Andorra at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) for Small Countries in San Marino five years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 10.8ppg, 2.3rpg, 2.5apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 61.1%, 3PT: 22.2%, FT: 60.0%. Bartolome has played previously for three other teams: Azpeitia Juaristi Iraurgi Saski Baloia, BC MoraBanc Andorra 2nd team and Benicarlo. His team won Spanish LEB Silver Cup in 2020. |
| ANGOLA |
| Portugal defeat Angola at King Abdallah Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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Portugal - Angola 72-67 Portugal rallied past Angola at the 11th King Abdallah Cup in Jordan. Diogo Brito (198-G-1997, college: Utah St.) tossed in 21 points to lead the charge. Portugal eked out a 17-14 lead after ten minutes. The European team extended the lead in the second quarter. Portugal secured a 38-31 halftime advantage. They poured in 19 points in the third frame to secure a 9-point advantage. Angola managed to cut the deficit in the fourth period but could not avoid the loss. Travante Williams (193-SF-1993, college: Alaska, agency: Inception Sports) had 11 points for Portugal. Eduardo Francisco (200-C-2003) accounted for 17 points for Angola. |
| ANTIGUA |
| Latinbasket.com All-Antiguan League Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Adonis Humphreys (198-C-1994) of FlyersPlayer of the Year:  Joshua Minner (198-G-1990) of Cutie OvalsGuard of the Year: Joshua Minner (198-G-1990) of Cutie OvalsForward of the Year: Keroi Lee (F) of StingerzCenter of the Year: Alexis Jackson (205-C-2000) of Cutie OvalsDomestic Player of the Year: Alexis Jackson (205-C-2000) of Cutie OvalsImport Player of the Year: Joshua Minner (198-G-1990) of Cutie Ovals
First Team Joshua Minner (198-G-1990) of Cutie Ovals Jacob Lloyd (183-PG-1994) of Potters S. Cohen Desouza (201-F-1994) of Potters S. Keroi Lee (F) of Stingerz Alexis Jackson (205-C-2000) of Cutie OvalsSecond Team Lincoln Weekes of Ottos Jayden Andrew (G) of Stingerz Jabari Williams (211-F-2002) of Flyers Jamine Charles (211-F-2002) of Stingerz Adonis Humphreys (198-C-1994) of FlyersHonorable Mention Jacob Lloyd (183-PG-1994) of Potters S. Kareem Edwards (193-G-1990) of Cutie Ovals Marlon Charles (186-G-1976) of Potters S. Selassie Brathwaite of Flyers Damien Flyod (G) of Braves Steven Matthew of Spanish Heat Ezekiel Francois (2001) of Slam Morlon Davis (C) of Ottos |
| ARGENTINA |
| Argentina narrowly defeated Chile in friendly - by Eurobasket News |
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Chile - Argentina 68:70 Argentina narrowly defeated Chile in friendly, 70-68. Trailing 18-26 at the end of the first quarter, Argentina replied with a 17-9 run in the second period. Both teams nailed 20 points each in the third quarter, whilst Argentina grabbed a 2-point win due to a 15-13 rally in the last stanza. Franco Giorgetti (203-F-1992) top-scored for the winners with 19 points, whilst Matias Solanas (192-SG-1998) and Javier Saiz (206-PF-1994) netted 14 each. Darrol Jones (193-F-1994) replied with 19 points in a loss and Franco Morales (181-PG-1992) delivered 16. |
| La Union adds Spicer to their roster, ex Peja - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The most of previous (2021-22) season he spent at CSM Constanta in Romanian Liga Nationala. In 12 games he had 9.8ppg and 5.4rpg in that year. The other team he played shortly was Benfica in Portuguese Liga Betclic. In four games he got 7.8ppg and 3.0rpg in that year. Spicer also played 4 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he got 5.0ppg and 1.0rpg in that year. He is quite experienced player. Spicer has played also professionally in Belgium (Circus Brussels and Limburg United), Finland (Nokia), Greece (Kolossos H Hotels Rodou) and Slovenia (Sentjur). He played in the final of Balkan League in 2023. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Belgian League Honorable Mention back in 2019. Spicer graduated from Kent State in 2016 and it will be his eighth season as a professional player. La Union Formosa roster for 2023-24: Guards: Matias Eidintas Cristian Cardo Forward: Martin Fernandez Center: Khaliq Spicer |
| AUSTRALIA |
| Jay Mackenzie's triple-double lands him Big V Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Forward Jay Mackenzie (F) had an amazing evening in the last round for Camberwell, receiving a Hoops Agents Big V Player of the Week award for round 36. The player recorded a triple-double of 27 points adding also 18 rebounds and 10 assists, while his team in a lost game to McKinnon C. (#5, 13-8) 101-107. Camberwell maintains the 7th position in Australian Big V. Too late to salvage the team, which is currently ranked such low. They already lost 15 games and recorded just six victories. In the team's last game Mackenzie had a remarkable 62.5% from 2-point range. It's his second year at Camberwell and it's hard to imagine this team without him. Jay Mackenzie has solid league stats. He is in league's top in assists (9th best: 3.9apg) and averages impressive 2.5bpg and 55.6% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Gerrard Newby (196-F-1995) of Keysborough C.. Newby had a very good evening with a double-double of 25 points and 15 rebounds. Of course he led Keysborough C. to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Blackburn V. (#8, 5-16) 100-66. Keysborough C.'s 4th position in the standings has not changed. His team's 14-7 record is not bad at all. Newby is one of the most experienced players at Keysborough C. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. Third on the list of top players last round was American guard Scott Stone (193-G-1995) of Western PS (#10). Stone got into 30-points club by scoring 40 points in the last round. He went also for eight rebounds and five assists. Despite Stone's great performance Western PS lost 105-111 to the higher-ranked Hume City B. (#2, 16-5). But his team cannot count on just a single shooter as he also needs help of the other teammates. Western PS can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have rather bad season and 2-19 record places them close to the bottom of the standings. Stone has individually a great season in Australia. After 15 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 28.9ppg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Sharif Black (185-G-1996) of McKinnon C. - 35 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists 5. Corey Fiddes (198-F) of Hume City B. - 23 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Anthony Williams (178-PG-1995) of Keysborough C. - 27 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists 7. Ishmael Sanders (188-G) of Sunbury J. - 42 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Daryl Corletto (193-G-1981) of Western PS - 27 points, 2 rebounds and 9 assists 9. Maurice Howard (185-PG-1997) of Wyndham D. - 34 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists 10. Russell Permenter (203-C-1988) of Western PS - 19 points and 12 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Bamberg welcomes back Bryce Cashman - by Eurobasket Center | |||
He has played also professionally in Albania (Vllaznia and Teuta). Cashman graduated from Northwestern Oklahoma State University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball. He played also for University of North Dakota for 4 years. |
| AUSTRIA |
| Fynn Schott (ex Furstenfeld) joins Gran Canaria - by Stefan Heinrich | ||||
He has been also a member of Austrian international program for some years. Schott has regularly played for Austrian senior team since 2022 and for U22 National Team last year. He represented Austria at the FIBA U18 European Championship Division B in Matosinhos (Portugal) this year. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 9.1ppg, Reb-3 (10.9rpg), 2.9apg, Blocks-3 (1.9bpg), FGP: 63.2%, 3PT: 50.0%, FT: 81.3%. Despite young age he had great career. Schott won Austrian 2.Bundesliga championship title in 2022. Draemland Gran Canaria roster for 2023-24: Guard: Jovan Kljajic Forwards: John Shurna Pierre Pelos Nicolas Brussino Miquel Salvo Roko Prkacin Fynn Schott Centers: Ethan Happ Ben Lammers |
| Tyler Stewart (ex Sindri) signs at Eisenstadt - by Stefan Heinrich | |||
Stewart graduated from St. Francis University (PA) in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. He played also for Binghamton University for 3 years. Coldmaris BBC Nord Dragonz Eisenstadt roster for 2023-24: Guards: Petar Cosic Lukas Hahn Tyler Stewart Valentin Pasterk Lenny Grafl Forwards: Lukas Knor David Trukesitz Dogus Demirel Center: Aristide Boya Coach: Felix Jambor |
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| Maccabi Ma'ale Adumim adds King to their roster, ex Gmunden - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
He graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 2014 and it will be his tenth season as a professional player. |
| BELGIUM |
| Schwartz paces Belgium past Czech Republic - by Eurobasket News |
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Belgium - Czech Republic 75:73 Loic Schwartz (197-G/F-1992) paced Belgium past Czech Republic in a friendlily game. He nailed 23 points as Belgium won 75-73. Belgium grabbed a 20-14 lead, whilst Czech Republic replied with a 23-16 run in the second period to take a 37-36 half-time advantage. Belgium meanwhile won the third quarter 19-15 and survived a 2-point win. Emmanuel Lecomte (180-PG-1995, college: Baylor) netted 10 points, while Ismael Bako (208-C-1995) and De Ridder brought 9 apiece. Vojtech Hruban (202-SF-1989) answered with 15 points, whilst Vit Krejci (203-G/F-2000) and Ondrej Sehnal (192-PG-1997) added 11 each. |
| BOLIVIA |
| Libobasquet Round 4 of Semi-Finals. Leones advance into Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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Atletico Nacional - Pichincha 85-92 Pichincha shot the lights out from three sinking 13 long-distance shots on high 52.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international swingman Rene Calvo (193-1993) fired 17 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward Raul Salvatierra (200-1991) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Five Pichincha players scored in double figures. Cuban-\n guard Adriano Barreras (186-1989) produced 31 points and the former international forward Cristhian Camargo (194-1992) added 18 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Pichincha: E.Lovett 18+4reb+2ast, R.Salvatierra 18+6reb+1ast, R.Calvo 17+7reb+2ast, A.Veizaga 16+1reb+1ast, E.Gamboa 11+1reb+10ast, D.Olguin 8+4reb+5ast Atletico Nacional: A.Barreras 31+3reb+3ast, C.Camargo 18+9reb+5ast, R.Acuna 17+5reb+1ast, P.Ramos 9+4reb+4ast, M.Recamo 5+4reb, C.Alan 2+2reb+1ast Leones - Carl A-Z 78-75 Worth to mention a great performance of the former international point guard Ronald Arze (175-1993) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists. The former international point guard Martin Ochoa (185-1994) contributed with 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Argentinian center Diego Romero (206-1982, college: FSU) replied with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 16 rebounds and Samuel Valverde (-1999) added 23 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Carl A-Z. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Top scorers: Leones: M.Ochoa 18+8reb+2ast, R.Arze 14+10reb+7ast, S.Collins 11+2reb+1ast, J.Edmond 11+6reb+2ast, M.Julian 9+7reb+1ast, V.Michael 8+1reb+3ast Carl A-Z: D.Romero 25+16reb+2ast, V.Samuel 23+5reb+2ast, R.Orresta 17+1reb+4ast, M.Tola 10+5reb+1ast, G.Javier 0, Q.Jhon 0+1reb |
| BOSNIA |
| Punter inks at Promo at the beginning of his pro career - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
Punter started his college career at Tyler Junior College (JUCO). Then he moved to Troy University (NCAA). Punter's high school career he had spent at All Hallows in Bronx, NY. Of course it will be Punter's first season as a professional player. |
| Nik Mains and Nemanja Knezevic joins Spars - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
Mains played this summer at Team Golden State in Eurobasket Summer League in Las Vegas, which is considered top international summer league on the market. In 35 ESL games just recently he had 9.2ppg and 5.3rpg. He graduated from Northern Arizona University in 2023 and it will be his first season as a professional player. His team won Big Sky Conference Tournament in 2023. Knezevic played last season at Jedinstvo in Montenegrin Erste Liga. In 15 games he recorded 14.7ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.4apg. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Ibar (also in Erste Liga) where in 11 games he averaged 6.6ppg, 2.8rpg and 1.0apg in that year. He also played 4 games in Balkan League where he had 5.8ppg and 1.5rpg in that year. Knezevic was a member of Montenegrin U18 National Team back in 2014. He has played also professionally in All-Stars. Knezevic was voted to All-CCAC Honorable Mention back in 2020. He graduated from Cardinal Stritch University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. Spars Realway Sarajevo roster for 2023-24: Guard: Marquise Moore Forwards: Nemanja Knezevic Nik Mains Sinisa Sorak Center: Stefan Simanic Coach: Srdjan Stanic |
| Sandro Antunovic (ex Skrljevo) agreed terms with Laguna Sharks Bucuresti - by Eurobasket News | |
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Laguna Sharks Bucuresti (Liga Nationala) strengthened their roster with addition of 25-year old Croatian-Bosnia and Herzegovina 208cm power forward Sandro Antunovic for season 2023-24. Antunovic played most recently at BC Adria Oil Skrljevo in Croatian Premijer Liga. In 32 games he recorded 8.4ppg and 3.8rpg last season. He also played 6 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he averaged 8.7ppg, 4.2rpg and 2.0apg. Antunovic ended the previous (2021-22) season at MBC in German BBL. In only one game he had 6 points, 4 rebounds and 1 assist in that year. But the most of that year he spent at Sixers in German ProB. In 26 games he got 8.8ppg, 4.6rpg and 1.2apg in that year. He represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Samsun (Turkey) seven years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 6.2ppg, 4.2rpg, FGP: 43.8%, 3PT: 37.5%. Antunovic has played also professionally in Bosnia (KK Bosna Meridianbet Sarajevo, Mostar, Spars and Kos), Croatia (KK Kvarner 2010 Rijeka and Zamet Rijeka) and Germany (Oldenburg, HAKRO Merlins Crailsheim 2nd team and Westerstede). Among many awards his team made it to the Bosnia and Herzegovina League Semifinals in 2018. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Regionalliga South-West Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina U16 National Team -2023 - by Eurobasket Center | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Borac WWin Banja Luka adds West to their roster - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
His team was regular season runner-up in New Zealand NBL in 2022. West graduated from University of Louisville in 2022 and it will be his second season as a professional player. He played also for Marshall University for 4 years.
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| Promo inks Nikola Prokic, ex Morava - by Zeljko Zule | |
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KK Promo Donji Vakuf (Division I) agreed terms with 27-year old Serbian forward Nikola Prokic (199cm-1996) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Prokic played last season at Morava in Serbian 2MLS. In 20 games he had very impressive stats: 15.5ppg, 3.5rpg and 2.3apg. He has played also professionally for other Serbian teams like Zdravlje, Napredak and KK Mladost Smederevska Palanka. His team was Runner-Up of Serbian 2MLS 2019. KK Promo Donji Vakuf roster for 2023-24: Guards: Dino Alkic Marcus Garrett Kieffer Punter Forward: Nikola Prokic Coach: Slobodan Ninic |
| Kamenjas comes back to SC Derby - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2023. The previous (2021-22) season he played at SC Derby. In 26 ABA League games he got 14.3ppg, 8.4rpg (leader !!!), 2.0apg and 1.1spg in that year. He also played 5 games in Erste Liga where he got 7.2ppg, 8.8rpg and 2.8apg in that year. He has been also a member of Bosnia and Herzegovina international program for some years. Kamenjas has regularly played for Bosnia and Herzegovina senior team since 2018 and previously for U20 National Team in 2017. He also represented Bosnia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Slovakia six years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 4.6ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.0apg. Kamenjas has played also professionally for other Bosnia and Herzegovina teams like Spars and Travnik. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Adriatic League European Player of the Year in 2022. He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2023. SC Derby Podgorica roster for 2023-24: Guards: Nikola Pavlicevic Borna Kapusta Igor Drobnjak Ilija Goranovic Luka Bogavac Zoran Vuceljic Vladimir Sudar Vasilije Todorovic Forwards: Emir Hadzibegovic Tomislav Ivisic Demir Dogan David Mirkovic Mateo Dreznjak Centers: Kenan Kamenjas Maruan Cicic Coach: Andrej Zakelj |
| BRAZIL |
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| BULGARIA |
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| Dequan Morris (ex Yambol) is a newcomer at Pully Lausanne Foxes - by Luca Maffioli | ||||
He graduated from University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff in 2022 and it will be his second season as a professional player. Morris played also for Coahoma Community College for 2 years. Pully Lausanne Foxes roster for 2023-24: Guards: Nelson Moke Asase Mawuli-Kplim Jamal George Jeff Ndaye Forwards: Joao Grosso Zeke Crawford Dequan Morris |
| CAMEROON |
| Runa Basket adds Hill to their roster - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played this summer at Rise and Grind (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S. The most of last season he spent at Basquet Girona in Spanish Liga Endesa where in 20 games he recorded 6.2ppg, 1.9rpg and 1.9apg. He helped them to make it to the Supercup semifinals. He also played for Real Betis in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 12 games he averaged 9.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 2.4apg and 1.3spg. Hill was called to Cameroonian Senior National Team this year. He is quite experienced player. His career allowed him to visit three different continents, while he played in six different countries. Hill tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia and of course North America. He has played previously professionally in France (Gravelines Dunkerque), Kazakhstan (Astana), ABA (Jacksonville Giants), Russia (Parma-Pari), NBA G League (Osceola Magic) and NBA Summer League (Orlando Magic). Hill was voted All-GSC Player of the Year back in 2017. He is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Hill graduated from Valdosta State in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. He played also for Savannah State University for one year. |
| M.Ramat Gan signs JP Tokoto - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played this summer at Herd That (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. In 5 TBT games just recently he had 13.0ppg, 5.4rpg, 1.8apg and 1.8spg. The last season he played at Hapoel Tel Aviv in Israeli Winner League where in 21 games he recorded 7.4ppg, 5.6rpg, 2.4apg and 1.5spg. He helped them to make it to both league and Cup finals. Tokoto also played 18 games in Eurocup where he averaged 7.5ppg, 4.1rpg, 1.7apg and 1.1spg. He contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. In 2015 he was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in second round (58th overall). Tokoto graduated from University of North Carolina and it will be his ninth season in pro basketball. He is quite experienced player. Tokoto has played in six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Australia (Perth Wildcats), Spain (Tokotoreda San Pablo Burgos), NBA (GS Warriors and NY Knicks), NBA G League (OKC Blue and RGV Vipers), Israel (Hapoel Eilat and Ironi Nes Ziona) and The Basketball Tournament (Armored Athlete). He was voted to Israeli League All-Star Game in 2022. |
| CANADA |
| Gipuzkoa tabs Josip Vrankic - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Vrankic represented Canada at the FIBA Americas Championship U18 in Valdivia (Chile) seven years ago. Vrankic's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 4 games: 3.0ppg, 5.5rpg. Among many awards his team made it to the WCC Tournament Semifinals in 2022. He was voted to All-WCC Honorable Mention back in 2019. Vrankic graduated from Santa Clara University in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. |
| Xavier Pinson (ex Montreal) agreed terms with Leicester Riders - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He was voted to Chicago Sun-Times All-City Honorable Mention back in 2018. Pinson just graduated from New Mexico State University and it will be his first season in pro basketball. He played also for Louisiana State University for one year. Jelson Homes DMU Leicester Riders roster for 2023-24: Guards: Xavier Pinson Caleb Asberry Forwards: Maurice Walker Samuel Idowu Miryne Thomas Blake Bowman Victor Ndoukou Centers: Braelen Bridges Ben Woog |
| CEBL |
| Round 1 of Quarter-Finals. Scarborough and Calgary enter championship weekend - by Eurobasket News |
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Ottawa - Scarborough 72-77 Forward Isiaha Mike (203-1997, college: SMU) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Anthony Barber (188-1994, college: NC State) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds. American forward Jakeenan Gant (203-1996, college: Louisiana) produced 21 points and 6 rebounds and Jamaican-Canadian guard Kadre Gray (186-1997, college: Laurentian) added 18 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Four Blackjacks players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Scarborough: I.Mike 24+13reb+1ast, A.Barber 16+9reb+3ast, K.Young 10+11reb+3ast, K.Walker 9+6reb+3ast, K.Robertson 7+4reb+4ast, Z.Moore 7 Ottawa: J.Gant 21+6reb+3ast, K.Gray 18+4reb+5ast, M.Coleman III 15+6reb+5ast, D.Adel 13+6reb+2ast, Z.Edosomwan 3+8reb, M.Boursiquot 2+5reb Calgary - Edmonton 84-68 Surge forced 19 Stingers turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Stefan Smith (188-1999, college: St.John's, agency: Players Group) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 7 assists. Guard Sean Miller-Moore (193-1998, college: GCU) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Four Surge players scored in double figures. Brody Clarke (203-1996, college: Alberta) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Nick Hornsby (201-1995, college: Sacramento St.) added 9 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for Stingers. Top scorers: Calgary: S.Smith 21+3reb+7ast, S.Miller-Moore 17+12reb+2ast, A.Gilder 12+4reb+2ast, T.Henderson Jr. 10+4reb+1ast, J.Tshimanga 7+8reb+1ast, D.Ejim 6+2reb+1ast Edmonton: B.Clarke 19+10reb+1ast, I.Osborne 13+1reb+3ast, N.Hornsby 9+8reb+4ast, L.Williamson 7+1reb, G.James 6+2reb+1ast, A.Uguak 6+4reb |
| CHILE |
| Argentina narrowly defeated Chile in friendly - by Eurobasket News |
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Chile - Argentina 68:70 Argentina narrowly defeated Chile in friendly, 70-68. Trailing 18-26 at the end of the first quarter, Argentina replied with a 17-9 run in the second period. Both teams nailed 20 points each in the third quarter, whilst Argentina grabbed a 2-point win due to a 15-13 rally in the last stanza. Franco Giorgetti (203-F-1992) top-scored for the winners with 19 points, whilst Matias Solanas (192-SG-1998) and Javier Saiz (206-PF-1994) netted 14 each. Darrol Jones (193-F-1994) replied with 19 points in a loss and Franco Morales (181-PG-1992) delivered 16. |
| LNB2 Round 4 of Quarter-Finals. Sergio Ceppi complete semifinal picture - by Eurobasket News |
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Arabe de Valp. - Sergio Ceppi 68-72 Sergio Ceppi outgunned Arabe de Valparaiso to complete the semifinal picture. 29 personal fouls committed by Arabe de Valp. helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Gabriel Gonzalez (-2001) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Point guard Adrian Toro (176-1989) chipped in 10 points, 7 assists and 6 steals. Four Sergio Ceppi players scored in double figures. Forward Nicolas Vargas (-2001) produced 16 points and 5 rebounds and Nelson Matos (-2000) added 9 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Top scorers: Arabe de Valp.: V.Nicolas 16+5reb+3ast, I.Bastian 10+1reb, M.Nelson 9+12reb, A.Guevara Alvarez 9+5reb+2ast, F.Manuel 8+2ast, J.Ricardo 6+6reb+1ast Sergio Ceppi: G.Gabriel 21+12reb+3ast, A.Toro 10+4reb+7ast, F.Camilo 10+7reb+3ast, F.Aguilera 10+3reb+1ast, B.Guerra 9+5reb+5ast, Q.Alonso 4+3reb |
| CHINA |
| NBL Round 14: Shaanxi defeat Guangxi in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. An interesting game for Shaanxi (12-3) which hosted in Xian 4th ranked Guangxi (8-7). First ranked Shaanxi had an easy win 113-93. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Guangxi. Shaanxi maintains first position with 12-3 record. Guangxi at the other side dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. Shaanxi are looking forward to face Henan (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Guangxi will play against the league's second-placed Anhui W. (#2) and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Bottom-ranked Wuhan managed to get the second consecutive victory. This time they won against eleventh-ranked Henan 96-91. Wuhan (5-10) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Henan and HK JinNiu. Wuhan will play against higher ranked Liaoning Y. (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Henan will play against the league's leader Shaanxi (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. The game between fifth ranked Hunan (9-6) and 8th ranked Hefei (6-9) in Changsha on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Hunan outscored guests from 133-113. Hunan moved-up to fourth place. Loser Hefei dropped to the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Hebei and Jiangsu YS. Hunan will meet Jiangxi (#6) in the next round. Hefei will play against HK JinNiu and hope to secure a win. There were no big surprises in other games of round 14: HK JinNiu was beaten by Anhui W. on the road 96-79. Liaoning Y. won against Hebei on its own court 126-111. Jiangsu YS unfortunately lost to Jiangxi in a road game 111-126.
Hunan - Hefei 133-113 The game between fifth ranked Hunan (9-6) and 8th ranked Hefei (6-9) in Changsha on Sunday ended with biggest points difference. Hunan outscored guests from 133-113. Hunan moved-up to fourth place. Loser Hefei dropped to the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Hebei and Jiangsu YS. Hunan will meet Jiangxi (#6) in the next round. Hefei will play against HK JinNiu and hope to secure a win. Anhui W. - HK JinNiu 96-79 No shocking result in a game when second ranked Anhui W. (11-4) beat at home 10th ranked HK JinNiu (5-10) 96-79 on Sunday. Anhui W. have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain second position with 11-4 record behind leader Shaanxi. Newly promoted HK JinNiu keeps the tenth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Henan and Wuhan. Anhui W. will meet Guangxi (#5) on the road in the next round. HK JinNiu will play against Hefei (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Shaanxi - Guangxi 113-93 An interesting game for Shaanxi (12-3) which hosted in Xian 4th ranked Guangxi (8-7). First ranked Shaanxi had an easy win 113-93. It ended at the same time the five-game winning streak of Guangxi. Shaanxi maintains first position with 12-3 record. Guangxi at the other side dropped to the fifth place with seven games lost. Shaanxi are looking forward to face Henan (#11) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Guangxi will play against the league's second-placed Anhui W. (#2) and is hoping to prove to their fans that the loss was just an accident. Henan - Wuhan 91-96 Bottom-ranked Wuhan managed to get the second consecutive victory. This time they won against eleventh-ranked Henan 96-91. Wuhan (5-10) moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Henan and HK JinNiu. Wuhan will play against higher ranked Liaoning Y. (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Henan will play against the league's leader Shaanxi (#1) and will have a slim chance for a victory. Liaoning Y. - Hebei 126-111 Rather expected game when 6th ranked Hebei (6-9) lost on the road to third ranked Liaoning Y. (10-5) 126-111 on Sunday. Newly promoted Liaoning Y. maintains third position with 10-5 record having just two points less than leader Shaanxi. Loser Hebei dropped to the seventh place with nine games lost. They share the position with Jiangsu YS and Hefei. Liaoning Y. will meet bottom-ranked Wuhan (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Hebei will play against Jiangsu YS (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Jiangxi - Jiangsu YS 126-111 Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Jiangxi and 7th ranked Jiangsu YS had identical 6-8 record. This time Jiangxi used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Yannan 126-111 on Sunday night. Jiangxi (7-8) moved-up to sixth place. Jiangsu YS lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Hebei and Hefei. Jiangxi will meet at home higher ranked Hunan (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Jiangsu YS will play against Hebei and it may be a tough game between close rivals. |
| Pierre Jackson (ex Santurce) agreed terms with Wuhan - by Eurobasket News | ||||
In 2013 he was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in second round (42nd overall). The former Baylor University standout is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball. He is a very experienced player. Jackson has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to eight different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Croatia (Cedevita), France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket and JL Bourg), Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv), Turkey (Fenerbahce, Galatasaray and Afyon), NBA (Dallas Mavericks and Detroit Pistons), NBA G League (SLC Stars, Texas Legends and South Bay Lakers), China (Aviators and Royal Fighters) and The Basketball Tournament (Loyalty is Love). Jackson won Israeli Premier League championship title in 2018. He played also for College of Southern Idaho for one year. Jackson's game is described as: An energetic PG who loves to create out from the dribble. Jackson can be unstoppable when he goes inside and can be effective at the defensive side too. |
| CROATIA |
| Dinamo inks Karlo Miksic - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
He represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 Division B in Chalkida (Greece) seven years ago. Miksic's team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 4.3ppg, 2.6rpg, 1.4apg, 1.1spg. Miksic has played previously professionally in Germany (Elchingen and Kirchheim Knights) and Croatia (Cedevita and Zabok). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won German 2.Bundesliga Pro B (Group South) Regular Season in 2020. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro B Honorable Mention back in 2020. KK Dinamo Zagreb roster for 2023-24: Guards: Ivan Majic Karlo Miksic Forwards: Ivan Novacic Hrvoje Garafolic Ivan Vucic Ivan Nakic-Vojnovic Roko Lukic Center: Ivan Vrgoc Coach: Josip Sesar |
| Gipuzkoa tabs Josip Vrankic - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Vrankic represented Canada at the FIBA Americas Championship U18 in Valdivia (Chile) seven years ago. Vrankic's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 4 games: 3.0ppg, 5.5rpg. Among many awards his team made it to the WCC Tournament Semifinals in 2022. He was voted to All-WCC Honorable Mention back in 2019. Vrankic graduated from Santa Clara University in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. |
| Toyama Grouses tab Ivan Buva - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Rytas in Lithuanian LKL where in 34 games he was league's second best scorer with remarkable 16.5ppg and averaged 5.7rpg and 1.0apg in that year. He helped them to win the league title. A very good season in his career as he was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Lithuanian LKL Player of the Year, Bosman Player of the Year and Forward of the Year. Buva also played 12 games in Basketball Champions League where he had 14.9ppg, 6.3rpg and 1.0apg in that year. It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Basketball Champions League Second Team. He was also a member of Croatian international program for some years. Buva played for Croatian Senior National Team between 2017 and 2018 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2011. He represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His stats at that event were 2 games: 6.5ppg, 3.0rpg. Buva is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Bosnia (Siroki), China (Anhui Wenyi), France (Monaco and JL Bourg), Italy (Avellino), Spain (Bilbao), Turkey (Besiktas, Gaziantep and Istanbul Buyuksehir Belediyesi) and Croatia (Cedevita, HAKK Mladost Zagreb and Krizevci). |
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| Rabotnicki sign Robert Rikic - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played most recently at BK KVIS Pardubice in NBL league in Czech Republic. In 46 games he averaged 13.5ppg, 6.3rpg and 1.5apg last season. A very good year in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Czech Rep. League Second Team. He also played 7 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he had 13.1ppg, 7.1rpg and 3.6apg. He helped them to make it to the quarterfinals. It was a very successful season in his career as he was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Alpe Adria Cup Third Team. Rikic was voted to Eurobasket.com Bosnia and Herzegovina League All-Domestic Players Team back in 2014 and 2018. The previous (2021-22) season he played at MZT Skopje in North Macedonian Prva Liga. In 37 games he recorded 11.7ppg, 7.0rpg and 1.1apg in that year. He contributed to his team winning the league title and the Supercup. Rikic also played 16 games in ABA League where he got 10.4ppg, 6.1rpg and 1.2apg in that year. He was a member of Croatian U20 National Team back in 2010. Rikic is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Montenegro (Buducnost), Slovenia (Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana), Croatia (Split, Zagreb, Zrinjevac, Dubrava and Dubrovnik), Bosnia (OKK Sloboda Tuzla, Siroki, Igokea and HKK Zrinjski HT Mostar), Czech Republic (USK Praha) and North Macedonia (Euro Nickel). Rikic was selected to Eurobasket.com Bosnia and Herzegovina League All-Domestic Players Team back in 2014 and 2018. KK Rabotnicki AD Skopje roster for 2023-24: Guards: Gorjan Markovski Boban Stajic Petar Boshaleski Andrej Soskic Forwards: Nikola Malesevic Filip Bakoch Filip Cholakovski Center: Robert Rikic Coach: Dimitar Mirakovski |
| CZECH REPUBLIC |
| Shaver Jr. Starts his Pro Career at Olomoucko - by Surujh Roopnarine | |||
During his senior season for the Broncos Shaver appeared in 29 games and averaged 13.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.6 steals. He shot 42.7% from the field, 27.1% from three and 74.8% from the free-throw line. For his efforts he was named to the All-MWC Third Team. He started his college career at University of Portland (NCAA) where he played for two seasons . Then he moved to Boise State University (NCAA). Shaver's high school career he had spent at Shadow Mountain in Phoenix, AZ. As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be Shaver's first season as a professional player. Shaver was also voted to All-WCC Honorable Mention back in 2018 and 2019. |
| Schwartz paces Belgium past Czech Republic - by Eurobasket News |
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Belgium - Czech Republic 75:73 Loic Schwartz (197-G/F-1992) paced Belgium past Czech Republic in a friendlily game. He nailed 23 points as Belgium won 75-73. Belgium grabbed a 20-14 lead, whilst Czech Republic replied with a 23-16 run in the second period to take a 37-36 half-time advantage. Belgium meanwhile won the third quarter 19-15 and survived a 2-point win. Emmanuel Lecomte (180-PG-1995, college: Baylor) netted 10 points, while Ismael Bako (208-C-1995) and De Ridder brought 9 apiece. Vojtech Hruban (202-SF-1989) answered with 15 points, whilst Vit Krejci (203-G/F-2000) and Ondrej Sehnal (192-PG-1997) added 11 each. |
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| Pearson inks at Slavia at the beginning of his pro career - by Surujh Roopnarine | ||||
He started his college career at University of Alabama at Birmingham (NCAA) where he played two seasons. Then he moved to Western Illinois University (NCAA) for another two. Pearson's high school career he had spent at Morgan Park Academy in Chicago, IL. Of course it will be Pearson's first season as a professional player. SK Slavia Praha roster for 2023-24: Guards: Shavar Newkirk Radovan Mrazek Forwards: Michal Mares Alexander Thompson Tamell Pearson Petr Stovicek Coach: Pavel Benes |
| Slavia lands DeAngelo Stewart, ex Froya Basket - by Surujh Roopnarine | |||
Stewart is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Georgia (Batumi), Kosovo (Prizreni), Portugal (Esgueira and Vitoria SC/Costa Guerreiro Lda.) and TBL (Owensboro Thoroughbreds and Jamestown Jackals). Among many awards his team won Georgian Cup in 2022. Stewart was selected to USBasket.com All-TBL Honorable Mention back in 2019. He graduated from Purdue University Fort Wayne in 2017 and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball. Stewart played also for Northwest Kansas Technical College for one year. SK Slavia Praha roster for 2023-24: Guards: DeAngelo Stewart Shavar Newkirk Radovan Mrazek Forwards: Michal Mares Alexander Thompson Tamell Pearson Petr Stovicek Coach: Pavel Benes |
| DENMARK |
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| Svendborg inks Hameir Wright, ex BSW Sixers - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
Wright graduated from University of North Texas in 2022 and actually missed last season. It will be his second season as a professional player. His team won C-USA Regular Season in 2022. He was voted Class A Player of the Year in New York back in 2016 and 2017. Wright played also for The University of Washington for 4 years. |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC |
| Latinbasket.com All-Dominican Rep. LNB Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Finals MVP:  Gelvis Solano (185-G-1994) of RealesPlayer of the Year: Raphiael Putney (6'10''-F/C-1990) of Team HeartfireGuard of the Year: Gelvis Solano (185-G-1994) of RealesForward of the Year: Luismal Ferreiras (197-SF-2003) of IndiosCenter of the Year: Raphiael Putney (6'10''-F/C-1990) of Team HeartfireDomestic Player of the Year: Luismal Ferreiras (197-SF-2003) of IndiosDefensive Player of the Year: Richard Bautista (185-PG-1997) of TitanesImport Player of the Year: Raphiael Putney (6'10''-F/C-1990) of Team HeartfireCoach of the Year: Ricardo Daniel Maffei of Reales
First Team Gelvis Solano (185-G-1994) of Reales Quade Green (183-PG-1998) of Reales Jassel Perez (195-G/F-2001) of Titanes Luismal Ferreiras (197-SF-2003) of Indios Raphiael Putney (6'10''-F/C-1990) of Team Heartfire
Second Team Richard Bautista (185-PG-1997) of Titanes Tyree Crump (185-G-1997) of Caneros Brayan Martinez (203-SG-1991) of Caneros Anyeuri Castillo (201-F-1997) of Soles Keith Jordan (198-PF-1998) of Titanes |
| ESTONIA |
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| Tartu inks Rinalds Malmanis - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB in Spanish Liga Endesa. But in 21 games he recorded just 1.0ppg in that year. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Malmanis was also a member of Latvian international program for some years. He played for Latvian Senior National Team two years ago and previously for U18 National Team back in 2014. Malmanis represented Latvia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Italy) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 10 games: 3.0ppg, 5.0rpg. He has played previously professionally in Spain (Baskonia, Real Betis, Grupo Eleyco Baskonia B team, Alava and Araberri) and Latvia (Valmiera). Malmanis won Spanish LEB Gold championship title in 2019. |
| EUROCUP |
| Sisoho Jawara starts his pro career at Ulm - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He started his college career at Loyola Marymount University (NCAA). Then he moved to Weber State University (NCAA). As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player. Ratiopharm Ulm roster for 2023-24: Guards: Georginho de_Paula Dakota Mathias Seikou Sisoho_Jawara Alec Anigbata Forwards: Lj Figueroa Trevion Williams Noa Essengue |
| Prentiss Hubb signs at Trento - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | |||
Hubb graduated from University of Notre Dame in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. Dolomiti Energia Trentino roster for 2023-24: Guards: Kamar Baldwin Prentiss Hubb Forwards: Derek Cooke_Jr. Davide Alviti Myles Stephens Center: Paul Biligha |
| EUROLEAGUE |
| ALBA Berlin adds Thomas to their roster, ex Panathinaikos - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Thomas was voted to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2017. The previous (2021-22) season he played at the Bulls in NBA. In 39 games he had 4.1ppg and 1.3rpg in that year. He has played also professionally in Spain (Valencia and Obradoiro), NBA (Utah Jazz and Toronto Raptors) and NBA G League (Raptors 905 Missisauga). Thomas graduated from Iowa State in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. He was selected to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2017. ALBA Berlin roster for 2023-24: Guards: Matt Thomas Jonas Mattisseck Ziga Samar Elias Rapieque Forwards: Louis Olinde Justin Bean Center: Christ Koumadje Coach: Israel Gonzalez |
| Guy Pnini retires, joins Maccabi coaching staff - by Eurobasket News |
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One of the biggest chapters in the Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv history has ended, and another is beginning. Guy Pnini (200-SF-1983) retires from active play at the age of 39. Despite holding a contract option for another season, he has chosen to transition into a coaching role under the guidance of Oded Kattash. "Today marks the conclusion of a meaningful phase in my life as I retire from active play," Pnini said in the press conference. "I can vividly recall being a spirited 6-year-old on the Katsal team, filled with excitement at the prospect of donning the Maccabi Tel Aviv jersey. Now, at the age of 39, I stand before you, still that boy at heart, bidding a fond farewell to this jersey. As an athlete, you are afraid of the words, 'I retire.' "I really wanted to continue playing, but my legs said enough," he continued. "I feel lucky. I experienced moments of happiness and difficulty that only shaped me as a person. I complete my path." Returning to Maccabi Tel Aviv last summer, Pnini etched his name into history by breaking the record for Israeli League appearances. The 2022-23 season concluded with him amassing an impressive 521 games in the league, along with securing his fifth championship title. This accomplishment adds to his illustrious accolades, including the coveted EuroLeague championship in 2014, 11 State Cups, the Adriatic League championship, and four victories in the Winner Cup. Courtesy of: basketnews.com |
| Barca tabs Jabari Parker - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
he was also voted toIllinois Gatorade Player of the Year back in 2012 and 2013. The previous (2020-21) season he played at the Kings in NBA where in three games he had just 2.7ppg and 2.0rpg in that year. In 2014 Milwaukee Bucks selected him as second overall pick in NBA draft. He attended Duke University. It will be his tenth season in pro basketball. Parker has played previously professionally in other USA teams and NBA (Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards). He played in the final of ACC Tournament in 2014. he was also voted toIllinois Gatorade Player of the Year back in 2012 and 2013. FC Barcelona Lassa roster for 2023-24: Guards: Tomas Satoransky Nicolas Laprovittola Oriol Pauli Rokas Jokubaitis Forwards: Nikola Kalinic Alex Abrines Jabari Parker Oscar Da_Silva Joel Parra Centers: Jan Vesely Willy Hernangomez James Nnaji Coach: Roger Grimau |
| EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS |
| Seedings confirmed for FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers draw - by Eurobasket News |
The seedings for the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers have now been confirmed ahead of the draw that takes place in Munich, Germany on Tuesday, August 8. The draw will be streamed live on the FIBA YouTube channel from 11:30 CET. There will be 32 participating countries - including the Final Round co-hosts Cyprus, Finland, Latvia and Poland - after the field was confirmed following the conclusion of the Pre-Qualifiers on Saturday. They will be drawn into eight groups of four teams with a home-and-away round robin system in place. The seedings for the draw are based on the FIBA World Ranking Men, presented by Nike, and are as follows: Seed 1: Spain, France, Serbia, Slovenia Seed 2: Lithuania, Greece, Italy, GermanySeed 3: Czech Republic, Poland, Turkey, Montenegro Seed 4: Finland, Croatia, Ukraine, Latvia Seed 5: Belgium, Georgia, Israel, Bosnia and Herzegovina Seed 6: Hungary, Estonia, Netherlands, Bulgaria Seed 7: Great Britain, Iceland, Sweden, North Macedonia Seed 8: Portugal, Denmark, Slovakia, Cyprus Teams from Seed 1 will be drawn into the groups with teams from Seed 4, Seed 5 and Seed 8 into Groups A, C, E and G, while teams from Seed 2 will be paired with teams from Seed 3, Seed 6 and Seed 7 into the remaining Groups B, D, F and H. A maximum of one host of the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Final Round can be drawn in any group. The FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers will be played across three windows on February 19-27, 2024, November 18-26, 2024 and February 17-25, 2025 with two games played by each team in every window. The three highest-placed teams from each group, except the groups which include FIBA EuroBasket 2025 co-hosts Cyprus, Finland, Poland and Latvia, will qualify for the Final Round. In the groups containing the host nations, the host and the two other highest placed teams will qualify for the FIBA EuroBasket 2025. Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
| FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers groups confirmed - by Eurobasket News |
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The groups for the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers are now set after the draw was conducted in Munich, Germany, on Tuesday. The 32-team field was split into eight groups of four teams with Final Round co-hosts Cyprus, Finland, Latvia and Poland placed into separate groups. The results for the draw are as follows: Group A: Slovenia, Ukraine, Israel, Portugal Group B: Italy, Turkey, Hungary, Iceland Group C: Spain, Latvia, Belgium, Slovakia Group D: Germany, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Sweden Group E: France, Croatia, Bosnia, Cyprus Group F: Greece, Czech Republic, Netherlands, United Kingdom Group G: Serbia, Finland, Georgia, Denmark Group H: Lithuania, Poland, Estonia and North Macedonia. Seedings for the draw were assigned in accordance to the FIBA World Ranking Men, presented by Nike, with teams from Seed 1 drawn with teams from Seeds 4, 5 and 8 into Groups A, C, E and G, while teams from Seed 2 were paired with teams from Seeds 3, 6 and 7 into Groups B, D, F and H. The three highest-placed teams from each group, except the groups which include FIBA EuroBasket 2025 co-hosts Cyprus, Finland, Poland and Latvia, will qualify for the Final Round. In the groups containing the host nations, the host and the two other highest placed teams will qualify for the FIBA EuroBasket 2025. The FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifiers will be played across three windows on February 19-27, 2024, November 18-26, 2024 and February 17-25, 2025 with two games played by each team in every window. Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
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France - Belgium 79-61 France registered the second victory in Group B. They held off Belgium behind 21 points from Hugo Yimga (202-SF-2008). France used a 23-6 run in the third term to clear off for good. Jonas Boulefaa (203-SF-2007) added 16 points for the winners. Aaron Embo (2009) answered with 15 points for Belgium. Latvia - Serbia 56-83 Serbia stormed past Latvia to improve at 2-1 record in Group D. Latvia recorded a 35-32 halftime lead. But Serbia answered with a strong 51-21 rally in the second half to ice the victory. Andrej Bjelic (193-G-2008) and Vasilije Stojic (206-C-2007) netted 15 points each for Serbia. Ralfs Rudusans (200-F-2007) answered with 12 points for Latvia. Slovenia - Italy 74-83 Italy outscored Slovenia to stay undefeated in Skopje. The Azzurri enjoyed a 7-point halftime lead. But Slovenia went on a 22-13 run in the third frame to surge ahead. But Italy replied with a 25-14 rally in the fourth term to seal the victory. Achille Lonati (190-G-2007) scored 18 points, while Adrian Mathis (180-PG-2007) added 17 points for Italy. Ian Lazarevski (200-SF-2007) answered with 24 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists for Slovenia. Germany - Israel 59-56 Germany held off Israel for the second win in Skopje. The teams traded baskets throughout the first half. The scoreboard read 20-20 after two quarters. But Germany stepped on the gas in the third frame. They poured in 23 points to open a 6-point lead. Israel narrowed the deficit in the final period but could not avoid the loss. Mathieu Grujicic (193-G-2007) tossed in 20 points and collected 9 rebounds for Germany. Yonatan Keller (186-G-2007) banked in 15 points for Israel. North Macedonia - Lithuania 52-95 Lithuania breezed past North Macedonia to earn the third straight win in Skopje. Arturas Butajevas (200-C-2007) scored 21 points and grabbed 9 rebounds to pace the Baltic team. Lithuania recorded a 38-26 halftime lead. Lithuania sank 57 points in the second half and cruised to the win. Dovydas Buika (194-F/G-2007) had 13 points in the victory. Nikola Janichikj (195-SF-2007) tossed in 15 points for North Macedonia. Spain - Finland 97-52 Spain cruised past Finland for the third consecutive win in Group C. Spain registered a 55-25 halftime lead. They followed with a 24-10 run in the third stanza to clear off for good. Ignacio Campoy (200-F-2007) produced 21 points, while Guillermo Del Pino (193-PG-2007) added 13 points for Spain. Samu Adler (192-G-2007) replied with 14 points and 8 rebounds for Finland. Turkey - Montenegro 71-79 Montenegro opened win count in Skopje. They shot down Turkey to improve at 1-2 record in Group A. Turkey enjoyed a 34-29 halftime lead. But Montenegro unleashed 50 points in the second half to storm to the win. Djordje Djukanovic (193-F-2008) nailed 27 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, while Vladimir Komnenovic (181-PG-2007) had 26 points for the winners. Kaan Onat (195-PG-2007) responded with 15 points for Turkey. Greece - Poland 80-73 Greece held off Poland for the third win in a row in Group D. Greece led by three points at the interval 39-36 halftime advantage. They protected the lead throughout the second half and rallied to the victory. Stratos Papastavrou (197-SG-2007) netted 21 points, while Panagiotis Lefas (190-G-2007) had 13 points for the Hellenes. Milosz Majewski (194-G/F-2007) and Kajetam Misztal hauled in 15 points each for Poland. |
| FINLAND |
| Tucker Richardson signs at Nokia - by Eurobasket News | |||
He graduated from Colgate University in 2023 and it will be his first season in pro basketball. His team won Patriot League Tournament in 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023. Richardson voted toCounty Player of the Year back in 2016 and 2017. |
| Bremerhaven inks Jordan Giles, ex Kotka - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
He played last season at KTP Basket Kotka in Finnish Korisliiga. In 36 games he had 12.3ppg, 5.5rpg, 1.9apg and 1.1spg. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Koping Stars in He graduated from University of Missouri - Kansas City in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. |
| FRANCE |
| Tarragona adds Chazelas to their roster - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Chazelas has played previously for Spanish team Cartagena. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team was regular season runner-up in Spanish EBA Group E in 2021. He was voted to KCAC All-Defensive Team back in 2020. Chazelas graduated from Bethany College, Kansas in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. He played also for Patrick Chazelasnry Community College for one year. Ibersol C.B. Tarragona roster for 2023-24: David Fernandez Adria Duch Baptiste Chazelas Marc Buscail Coach: Francesc Canals |
| France outscore Venezuela in Orleans - by Eurobasket News |
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France - Venezuela 86:67 France outscored Venezuela in Orleans, 86-67. The hosts took an early 20-11 lead and had a 12-point halftime advantage. Moreover, France dominated the third quarter and posted a 23-15 rally. Venezuela meanwhile managed to reply with a 21-20 run in the last stanza for the final result. Guerschon Yabusele (204-PF-1995) top-scored for the winners with 14 points, whilst Evan Fournier (198-G/F-1992) and Rudy Gobert (216-C-1992) poured in 13 each. Jhornan Zamora (196-G/F-1989) replied with 16 points in the losing effort and Michael Carrera (196-F-1993, college: S.Carolina) delivered 15. |
| Bolanga re-signs at Orleans - by Eurobasket News | |
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Entente Orleans 45 (ProB) confirmed in their roster 20-year old shooting guard Noah Bolanga (199cm-2003) for new 2023-24 season. Bolanga played there last season. In 18 ProB games he had just 2.7ppg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Orleans (ProA U21) where in 30 games he recorded 12.7ppg, 3.4rpg, 2.0apg and 1.1spg in that year. Bolanga represented France at the FIBA U20 European Championship in Greece this year. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 7 games: 5.9ppg, 1.3rpg, 1.1apg, 2.0spg, FGP: 60.0%, 3PT: 40.9%, FT: 50.0%. |
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| Lewis' pro career starts at Olimpi - by Giorgi Gugeshashvili | |||
Lewis started his college career at St. Cloud State University (NCAA2). Then he moved to Highland Community College, Illinois (JUCO). Lewis' high school career he had spent at Harold S. Vincent in Milwaukee, WI. So his pro career will start in Georgia. He was voted to All-CalPac Newcomer of the Year in 2023. Lewis played also for Chicago State University for 3 years. Olimpi Tbilisi roster for 2023-24: Guards: Andrew Lewis Michael Wright Luka Liklikadze Michael Ugrekhelidze Forwards: Beqa Lomashvili Saba Narimanidze Luka Sikharulidze Centers: Ivane Megeneishvili Saba Sharvashidze Coach: Davit Rogava |
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| ALBA Berlin adds Thomas to their roster, ex Panathinaikos - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Thomas was voted to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2017. The previous (2021-22) season he played at the Bulls in NBA. In 39 games he had 4.1ppg and 1.3rpg in that year. He has played also professionally in Spain (Valencia and Obradoiro), NBA (Utah Jazz and Toronto Raptors) and NBA G League (Raptors 905 Missisauga). Thomas graduated from Iowa State in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. He was selected to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2017. ALBA Berlin roster for 2023-24: Guards: Matt Thomas Jonas Mattisseck Ziga Samar Elias Rapieque Forwards: Louis Olinde Justin Bean Center: Christ Koumadje Coach: Israel Gonzalez |
| Sisoho Jawara starts his pro career at Ulm - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He started his college career at Loyola Marymount University (NCAA). Then he moved to Weber State University (NCAA). As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player. Ratiopharm Ulm roster for 2023-24: Guards: Georginho de_Paula Dakota Mathias Seikou Sisoho_Jawara Alec Anigbata Forwards: Lj Figueroa Trevion Williams Noa Essengue |
| Bremerhaven inks Jordan Giles, ex Kotka - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
He played last season at KTP Basket Kotka in Finnish Korisliiga. In 36 games he had 12.3ppg, 5.5rpg, 1.9apg and 1.1spg. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Koping Stars in He graduated from University of Missouri - Kansas City in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. |
| Svendborg inks Hameir Wright, ex BSW Sixers - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
Wright graduated from University of North Texas in 2022 and actually missed last season. It will be his second season as a professional player. His team won C-USA Regular Season in 2022. He was voted Class A Player of the Year in New York back in 2016 and 2017. Wright played also for The University of Washington for 4 years. |
| Bamberg welcomes back Bryce Cashman - by Eurobasket Center | |||
He has played also professionally in Albania (Vllaznia and Teuta). Cashman graduated from Northwestern Oklahoma State University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball. He played also for University of North Dakota for 4 years. |
| Linus Trettin (Rasta Vechta) Will Let Others Score As He Loves To Display His Versatile Game - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber |
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Linus Trettin (203-SF-2005) is a 18 year old 203cm forward that will be playing his first season with Rasta Vechta (Pro A). He recently helped Germany achieve a Bronze medal at the FIBA U18 European Championship in Nis (Serbia) averaging 6.4ppg, 4.3rpg, 3.3apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 61.9%, 3PT-3 (50.0%), FT: 36.4%. he began his career with Phoenix Hagen in the youth sector. Two years ago he averaged 11.1ppg, 5.9rpg, 2.6apg, 1.7spg, 1.3bpg, FGP: 53.4%, 3PT: 28.9%, FT: 63.6% and last season averaged 21.0ppg, 9.8rpg, 3.0apg, 2.5spg. In 2 years with Pro B team Iserlohn he played 28 games and last season played 23 games averaging 3.0ppg, 2.6rpg, 1.2apg. He spoke to eurobasket about basketball. Linus thanks for talking to eurobasket.com. Are you in Vechta yet or in the moving process as Jack Kayil is? I'm still in Iserlohn. Now I preparing to move to Vechta where I will be roommates with Paul Schwabe. I will head to Vechta on Monday. Congrats on the Brone medal. How do you feel now 6 days after? I feel great. This was the first time I was back with the national team since the U-14. It was amazing how far we came and being able to write history. It was so much fun playing for this team What were you feeling in the moment where you got the Bronze medal? I was unbelievably proud of myself thinking how hard I worked to get there. Winning the Bronze was the reward. I was also very proud of my teammates. We were so deep and every player was so important. Team Germany had a super preparation and then won every game until the Serbia game. Ivan Kharchenkov told me the team was well prepared, but couldn't muster productive offense. Was it just one of those days or did they mix up things in their defensive schemes? You always can have a bad day. Of course we could of hit a few more shots. But they played very physical and were unpleasant. It made it very tough to play against them. It was also the first time I played in front of 5000 loud Serbian fans. In an environment like that you do feel more pressure making a shot than if you play against a lesser team and in not as important setting. Is it fair to say Germany saved it's best for last in the Bronze game against Germany allowing 59 points. Was that the best defensive game of the Euro for Germany? I think so. We showed real fight on defense. We all wanted to win so badly and I feel like we wanted it more than France did. That is why we played so well, because we gave all we had. Talk a little how special your 2 new Vechta teammates Jack Kayil and Johann Grunloeh. What have you learned to appreciate most from his game? I didn't really know them before the Euro. But in the 6 weeks with the national team, we built a nice bond. Johann is such a smart center and he can always change the direction of a shot. It is a lot of fun playing with him. Jack is also such a good player and very smart. He will go a long way. What was it like playing with Christian Anderson? Will he be the next great German at Michigan? He has a lot of potential- He hit some big shots. Physically he is still like a kid, but he played really well against stronger players and held his own. You were a main man in the NBBL with Phoenix Hagen, but in the U-18 national team didn't have to do as much offensively. Was that a tough adjustment? No it wasn't. I like the versatile game more. For me it's more important how I play defense and read the game. I think that I showed that at the Euro. In Hagen we had nobody else who could score so I took on that responsibility. Christian and Ivan had the scoring role and I was happy playing defense, getting assists and rebounds. How did you profit from the Euro U-18 tournament? Your role most likely won't be as big in Vechta either in the NBBL. What could your game get most from this different role? I think the biggest thing was just getting experience. Being able to play against the betst players in Europe at my position really helped my game. 3 guys from the U-18 national team in Vechta with 2 ones coming. Is this finally the year where Vechta will win the NBBL title? I hope so. It is my goal to win the NBBL title. Everybody wants to see this happen in Vechta. Choosing Vechta was a no brainer. What steps do you want to make in your game this season under Hendrik Gruhn? He is known for having incredible speeches in the locker room. I think that on offense I can improve my drive, finish and shot. You can never learn enough on defense. I have to get more physical. My body isn't where I want it to be. I also can get more athletic. I will be able to defend better against Pro A players with more athleticism. Your three pointer is still a work in progress. Can you imagine being locked in the gym with Hendrik Gruehn for many hours? During Covid Gruehn was instrumental in helping Justin Onyejiaka. I need to continue to work on my three pointer. I didn't shoot the ball well last season. I worked very much on my shooting in Iserlohn with Toni Prostran. I think it showed a little at the Euro. You began your basketball career in Iserlohn and then played with Phoenix Hagen (NBBL).. How valuable were these years for your game? What were the biggest steps that you made there? The biggest thing was developing self-confidence. I was shy at the start, but as my body got stronger, my confidence also grew. After making that first dunk, I felt like I could really play. That lifted my self-confidence and that grew and helped my game improve. How was it being teammates with Elias Marei another very talented German. Did you have some special battles in practices? Elias is such a nice guy. He brings a lot of energy on the court. His biggest strength is his hustle he always gives his all. His attitude helped my game. Who won a 1-1 in practice you or Lucas Nowak? I did. Who has been the toughest player that you have played against in your career so far? At the Euro 2 guys from Greece and Serbia. The Serbian was named to the tournament team. In Germany Johann Gruenloh. Please name your personal Euroleague Mount Rushmore? Vladimir Lucic, Walter Tavares, Maodo Lo, Andi Obst Who is your GOAT? I can't decide between Jordan and Lebron. Thanks Linus for the chat. |
| GREECE |
| ALBA Berlin adds Thomas to their roster, ex Panathinaikos - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
Thomas was voted to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2017. The previous (2021-22) season he played at the Bulls in NBA. In 39 games he had 4.1ppg and 1.3rpg in that year. He has played also professionally in Spain (Valencia and Obradoiro), NBA (Utah Jazz and Toronto Raptors) and NBA G League (Raptors 905 Missisauga). Thomas graduated from Iowa State in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. He was selected to All-Big 12 Honorable Mention back in 2016 and 2017. ALBA Berlin roster for 2023-24: Guards: Matt Thomas Jonas Mattisseck Ziga Samar Elias Rapieque Forwards: Louis Olinde Justin Bean Center: Christ Koumadje Coach: Israel Gonzalez |
| HOLLAND |
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| Rosco Allen is a newcomer at Kawasaki Brave Thunders - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has played for the last three seasons at Niigata Albirex. In 33 B1 League games in Japan he recorded very impressive stats: 16.9ppg, 7.1rpg and 3.2apg last season. He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He has been also a member of Hungarian international program for some years. Allen has regularly played for Hungarian senior team since 2013 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2013. He represented Hungary at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 5.5ppg, 2.5rpg, FGP: 29.2%, 3PT: 23.5%, FT: 58.3%. Thanks to Allen's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Allen has played previously professionally in Spain (Tenerife and Obradoiro), Japan (Shimane Susanoo Magic and Gunma Crane Thunders) and NBA Summer League (LA Lakers). He was also voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Japanese B League Honorable Mention in 2021 and 2022. His team was regular season runner-up in Japanese B League D2 West Division in 2019. Allen graduated from Stanford University in 2016 and it will be his eighth season as a professional player. |
| ICELAND |
| Tyler Stewart (ex Sindri) signs at Eisenstadt - by Stefan Heinrich | |||
Stewart graduated from St. Francis University (PA) in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. He played also for Binghamton University for 3 years. Coldmaris BBC Nord Dragonz Eisenstadt roster for 2023-24: Guards: Petar Cosic Lukas Hahn Tyler Stewart Valentin Pasterk Lenny Grafl Forwards: Lukas Knor David Trukesitz Dogus Demirel Center: Aristide Boya Coach: Felix Jambor |
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| Kiefer Ravena sparks breakaway as Gilas repeats over Iran in China tourney finale - by Eurobasket News |
| Gilas Pilipinas ended its campaign in the Heyuan WUS International Basketball Tournament in China on a high note as it reasserted its mastery over Iran with a 63-48 victory on Monday, August 7. With the Philippines on top by just 4 with only three minutes remaining, 51-47, it was Kiefer Ravena who proved to be the difference-maker as he delivered three consecutive crucial plays to extend the Filipinos' lead into a dozen, 59-47, in just a span of one minute. Ravena sank a cold-blooded triple at the 3:05 mark of the final frame, which put Gilas up by a three possession game, 54-47, before assisting on Ray Parks' long two-pointer in the next play. He then set up Dwight Ramos for a wide-open long bomb in the following possession that ultimately sealed the win for the Philippines. Playing minus Filipino-American NBA guard Jordan Clarkson, Kai Sotto, and Scottie Thompson, Ramos showed the way for Gilas Pilipinas with a double-double of 17 points and 14 rebounds. Jamie Malonzo, likewise, posted a double-double of 11 markers and 14 boards, while Ravena recorded an all-around stat line of 9 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. AJ Edu, who topscored for the Filipinos in their 75-63 win over Senegal just a day ago, also continued his impressive play with 8 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 blocks. After finishing the short pocket tournament with a 3-1 slate, Gilas Pilipinas is set to return to the Philippines on Tuesday, August 8, to continue its buildup for the much-awaited FIBA World Cup later this month. Courtesy of: rappler.com |
| Russia beat Iran in Perm - by Eurobasket News |
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Russia - Iran 72:59 Russia overcame Iran 72-59 in Perm in a friendly game. The hosts grabbed a 14-5 and enjoyed a 37-29 halftime advantage. Moreover, Russia dominated the third quarter with a 19-10 surge and did not mind a narrow 16-20 loss at the en of the game. Andrey Martyuk (211-PF-2000) top-scored for the winners with 15 points and Alexandr Shcherbenev (190-G-2000) poured in 13. Mohammad Amini replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds in defeat. |
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| Guy Pnini retires, joins Maccabi coaching staff - by Eurobasket News |
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One of the biggest chapters in the Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv history has ended, and another is beginning. Guy Pnini (200-SF-1983) retires from active play at the age of 39. Despite holding a contract option for another season, he has chosen to transition into a coaching role under the guidance of Oded Kattash. "Today marks the conclusion of a meaningful phase in my life as I retire from active play," Pnini said in the press conference. "I can vividly recall being a spirited 6-year-old on the Katsal team, filled with excitement at the prospect of donning the Maccabi Tel Aviv jersey. Now, at the age of 39, I stand before you, still that boy at heart, bidding a fond farewell to this jersey. As an athlete, you are afraid of the words, 'I retire.' "I really wanted to continue playing, but my legs said enough," he continued. "I feel lucky. I experienced moments of happiness and difficulty that only shaped me as a person. I complete my path." Returning to Maccabi Tel Aviv last summer, Pnini etched his name into history by breaking the record for Israeli League appearances. The 2022-23 season concluded with him amassing an impressive 521 games in the league, along with securing his fifth championship title. This accomplishment adds to his illustrious accolades, including the coveted EuroLeague championship in 2014, 11 State Cups, the Adriatic League championship, and four victories in the Winner Cup. Courtesy of: basketnews.com |
| Maccabi Ma'ale Adumim adds King to their roster, ex Gmunden - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
He graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 2014 and it will be his tenth season as a professional player. |
| Maccabi Ma'ale Adumim adds Lee to their roster - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
He played this summer at Hawks in New Zealand NBL league. In 14 games just recently he recorded very impressive stats: 16.9ppg, 8.9rpg, 1.6apg and 1.1spg. He has played previously professionally in Finland (Vilpas) and France (ALM Evreux). His college team won Pac-12 Tournament in 2018. He graduated from University of Arizona in 2021 and it will be his third season as a professional player. |
| Joshua Djanogly agreed terms with ASA Ashkelon - by Eurobasket Center | |
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A.S.A. Ashkelon (Artzit) added to their roster 25-year old naturalized British 207cm power forward Joshua Djanogly (college: McGill) for season 2023-24. Djanogly played most recently at Hapoel Kfar Saba/K.Yair in the Artzit. He graduated from McGill University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball. |
| M.Ramat Gan signs JP Tokoto - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played this summer at Herd That (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. In 5 TBT games just recently he had 13.0ppg, 5.4rpg, 1.8apg and 1.8spg. The last season he played at Hapoel Tel Aviv in Israeli Winner League where in 21 games he recorded 7.4ppg, 5.6rpg, 2.4apg and 1.5spg. He helped them to make it to both league and Cup finals. Tokoto also played 18 games in Eurocup where he averaged 7.5ppg, 4.1rpg, 1.7apg and 1.1spg. He contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. In 2015 he was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in second round (58th overall). Tokoto graduated from University of North Carolina and it will be his ninth season in pro basketball. He is quite experienced player. Tokoto has played in six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Australia (Perth Wildcats), Spain (Tokotoreda San Pablo Burgos), NBA (GS Warriors and NY Knicks), NBA G League (OKC Blue and RGV Vipers), Israel (Hapoel Eilat and Ironi Nes Ziona) and The Basketball Tournament (Armored Athlete). He was voted to Israeli League All-Star Game in 2022. |
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| Latina signs Felix Amo - by Eurobasket News | |
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Benacquista Assicurazioni Latina Basket (Serie A2) signed 19-year old guard Felix Amo (190cm-2004) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Amo has played for the last four years at Gardonese in the Serie C. Benacquista Assicurazioni Latina Basket roster for 2023-24: Guards: Kenneth Viglianisi Salvatore Parrillo Borislav Mladenov Felix Amo Forwards: Abdel Fall Ivan Alipiev Samuele Moretti Center: Alexander Cicchetti |
| Giulio Mascherpa (ex Estudio) agreed terms with Cd'Orlando - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Mascherpa has played previously for six other Italian teams: Bergamo, Francavilla, Lecco, Romagna, Pavia and Scuola Basket Viola Reggio Calabria. His team was regular season runner-up in Italian Serie A2 West in 2017. Mascherpa's game is described as: A guard with great scoring skills at junior level. |
| Virtus Basket Padova welcomes back Bianconi - by Eurobasket News | |||
He ended the previous (2021-22) season at Sintecnica Basket Cecina where in 11 Serie B games he had 9.0ppg, 5.7rpg, 2.1apg and 1.1spg in that year. But the most of that year he spent at Pallacanestro Crema. In 16 Serie B games he recorded 8.5ppg and 3.9rpg in that year. He was a member of Italian U20 National Team in 2014. He has played previously for seven other teams: Imola, Siena Virtus, Varese, Basket Barcellona, Civitanova, Basket Rosmini Domodossola and Basket Barcellona. Bianconi is described as: A promising player, with talent, long arms and good fundamentals. |
| Virtus Basket Padova adds Antelli to their roster - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Rieti Kienergia where in 38 Serie B games he averaged 9.0ppg, 4.3rpg, 3.6apg and 1.6spg in that year. He represented Italy at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Chemnitz (Germany) five years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 5.1ppg, 1.9rpg, 2.0apg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 28.6%, FT: 61.5%. Antelli has played previously for five other teams: San Severo, Piacenza, Cernusco, Orzinuovi and San Vendemiano. |
| Prentiss Hubb signs at Trento - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | |||
Hubb graduated from University of Notre Dame in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. Dolomiti Energia Trentino roster for 2023-24: Guards: Kamar Baldwin Prentiss Hubb Forwards: Derek Cooke_Jr. Davide Alviti Myles Stephens Center: Paul Biligha |
| Reggio Emilia inks Mouhamed Faye - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He also represented Senegal at the FIBA U18 African Championship in Madagaskar last year. His stats at that event were 6 games: Score-2 (18.2ppg), Reb-1 (13.7rpg), 1.0spg, Blocks-3 (1.3bpg), FGP-1 (70.8%), FT: 48.6%. Faye has played previously professionally in Croatia (Next Generation Team Zadar U18 team) and Lithuania. He played in the final of Adidas Next Generation Tournament Finals in Kaunas in 2023. Unahotels Reggio Emilia roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jamar Smith Langston Galloway Briante Weber Alessandro Cipolla Forwards: Darion Atkins Kevin Hervey Sasha Grant Center: Mouhamed Faye Coach: Dimitris Priftis |
| Sergio re-signs at BLE Juvecaserta Accademy - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Cus Jonico Basket Taranto where in 33 Serie B games he recorded 9.6ppg, 6.2rpg and 2.5apg in that year. He has spent his entire career in Italy playing for eight other teams: Mens Sana, Milano Urania, Accademia Britannica Campobasso, Maddaloni, Sant Antimo, Vasto, A.S.D. Pall. Benevento and Cassino. His team was regular season runner-up in Italian Serie B Group D in 2019. Sergio is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at BLE Juvecaserta Accademy. |
| Kawasaki Brave Thunders add Wimbush to their roster, ex Napoli - by Eurobasket News | ||||
In 2017 he was drafted by Long Island Nets (G-League) as #4 pick overall. He graduated from Fairmont State and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball. Wimbush is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in France (JSF Nanterre), Germany (EnBW Ludwigsburg), Russia (Zenit), Turkey (Socar Petkim), NBA (LA Clippers) and NBA Summer League (Atlanta Hawks). His team won VTB Supercup in 2023. Wimbush was voted to French ProA All-Star Game in 2022. |
| JAMAICA |
| Romaro Gill (ex Sharks) agreed terms with Ourense - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He is a very experienced player. Gill has played also professionally in USA, NBA (Utah Jazz), NBA G League (SLC Stars and Raptors 905 Missisauga) and NBA Summer League (LA Lakers and LA Lakers). He won NJCAA D1 District XVI championship title in 2016 and 2017. Among many awards he received All-Big East Most Improved Player of the Year award and All-Big East Defensive Player of the Year award back in 2020. Gill graduated from Seton Hall University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball. He played also for Vincennes University for 2 years. Club Ourense Baloncesto roster for 2023-24: Guards: Alvaro Palazuelos Justin Turner Josep Cera Forwards: Karamo Jawara Samuel Rodriguez Unai Mendicote Center: Romaro Gill |
| Jahvaughn Powell agreed terms with Zamora - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He ended the previous (2021-22) season at Aquimisa Carbajosa Empresarial where in 12 LEB Silver games he averaged impressive 16.1ppg, 2.7rpg, 4.7apg and 1.5spg in that year. But the most of that year he spent at Oliveirense in Portuguese Liga Betclic. In 13 games he had 8.2ppg, 1.8rpg, 3.0apg and 1.8spg in that year. He has played previously for two other Spain teams: Alcobendas and Azpeitia Juaristi Iraurgi Saski Baloia. Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Silver Honorable Mention back in 2019. He graduated from Nicholls State in 2018 and it will be his sixth season in pro basketball. Powell played also for Tallahassee Community College for 2 years. Zamora Enamora roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jahvaughn Powell Josep Peris Forward: Jacob Round Centers: Jonas Paukste Souleymane Traore |
| JAPAN |
| Toyama Grouses tab Ivan Buva - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Rytas in Lithuanian LKL where in 34 games he was league's second best scorer with remarkable 16.5ppg and averaged 5.7rpg and 1.0apg in that year. He helped them to win the league title. A very good season in his career as he was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Lithuanian LKL Player of the Year, Bosman Player of the Year and Forward of the Year. Buva also played 12 games in Basketball Champions League where he had 14.9ppg, 6.3rpg and 1.0apg in that year. It was a very successful season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Basketball Champions League Second Team. He was also a member of Croatian international program for some years. Buva played for Croatian Senior National Team between 2017 and 2018 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2011. He represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His stats at that event were 2 games: 6.5ppg, 3.0rpg. Buva is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Bosnia (Siroki), China (Anhui Wenyi), France (Monaco and JL Bourg), Italy (Avellino), Spain (Bilbao), Turkey (Besiktas, Gaziantep and Istanbul Buyuksehir Belediyesi) and Croatia (Cedevita, HAKK Mladost Zagreb and Krizevci). |
| Kawasaki Brave Thunders add Wimbush to their roster, ex Napoli - by Eurobasket News | ||||
In 2017 he was drafted by Long Island Nets (G-League) as #4 pick overall. He graduated from Fairmont State and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball. Wimbush is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in France (JSF Nanterre), Germany (EnBW Ludwigsburg), Russia (Zenit), Turkey (Socar Petkim), NBA (LA Clippers) and NBA Summer League (Atlanta Hawks). His team won VTB Supercup in 2023. Wimbush was voted to French ProA All-Star Game in 2022. |
| Rosco Allen is a newcomer at Kawasaki Brave Thunders - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has played for the last three seasons at Niigata Albirex. In 33 B1 League games in Japan he recorded very impressive stats: 16.9ppg, 7.1rpg and 3.2apg last season. He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He has been also a member of Hungarian international program for some years. Allen has regularly played for Hungarian senior team since 2013 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2013. He represented Hungary at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) six years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 5.5ppg, 2.5rpg, FGP: 29.2%, 3PT: 23.5%, FT: 58.3%. Thanks to Allen's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). Allen has played previously professionally in Spain (Tenerife and Obradoiro), Japan (Shimane Susanoo Magic and Gunma Crane Thunders) and NBA Summer League (LA Lakers). He was also voted to Asia-Basket.com All-Japanese B League Honorable Mention in 2021 and 2022. His team was regular season runner-up in Japanese B League D2 West Division in 2019. Allen graduated from Stanford University in 2016 and it will be his eighth season as a professional player. |
| JUCO |
| Martinez named Head Basketball Coach at Coastal Bend College - by Eurobasket News |
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Coastal Bend College has named Brandon Martinez as the Interim Head Men's Basketball Coach. Martinez served as the CBC Assistant Men's Basketball coach for the Historical 2022-23 campaign. Brandon Martinez comes to Coastal Bend College from Houston, Texas. He is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the University of Houston with a bachelor's in history and Kinesiology. He started his coaching career at Lone Star College as a volunteer assistant coach in 2011 under Larry Norris. There, he helped Lone Star elevate numerous athletes to 4-year colleges which led to an opportunity to take a position with Texas A&M University-Kingsville in 2013 as a Graduate Assistant. While in Kingsville he juggled all the responsibilities necessary to run a Division II University program ranging from film breakdown, camp director, equipment management, Director of Basketball Operations, Sports Information Director, Fundraising Director as well as game day and practice coach. As Fundraising Director, he helped organize the largest fundraising event in TAMUK Men's Basketball history, 'Live the Dream'. This event earned TAMUK the Award of Excellence by the Lone Star Conference and was a Finalist for the NCAA Community Service Award. After leaving TAMUK he began coaching high school basketball and for the last seven years he has been blessed to be a part of several winning programs making stops at Aldine Davis, Klein Forest, Huntsville, and most recently Oak Ridge. During his time as a high school coach, he has helped win several district championships as well as elevate the communities surrounding those programs pioneering youth leagues at each stop. In 2020, while in Huntsville, he was named as a finalist for the 5A Assistant Coach of the Year by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches after helping lead the Hornets to a record breaking 48 district wins in a row and 75 wins in three years, along with three District Assistant Coach of the Year awards. His notable work in the community as well as his leadership and energy on the court is what led Brandon to us here in Beeville. 'We're thrilled to have Coach Martinez step into the shoes of the head coaching role for our men's basketball program. He's full of energy and passion for the game of basketball, his student athletes, Coastal Bend College and the city of Beeville. He's definetly worked and earned this opportunity. We can't wait to see him in action as the Fall semester is rapidly approaching.' - Athletic Director Vicente Garza Courtesy of: cbc.prestosports.com |
| KOSOVO |
| La Union adds Spicer to their roster, ex Peja - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The most of previous (2021-22) season he spent at CSM Constanta in Romanian Liga Nationala. In 12 games he had 9.8ppg and 5.4rpg in that year. The other team he played shortly was Benfica in Portuguese Liga Betclic. In four games he got 7.8ppg and 3.0rpg in that year. Spicer also played 4 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he got 5.0ppg and 1.0rpg in that year. He is quite experienced player. Spicer has played also professionally in Belgium (Circus Brussels and Limburg United), Finland (Nokia), Greece (Kolossos H Hotels Rodou) and Slovenia (Sentjur). He played in the final of Balkan League in 2023. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Belgian League Honorable Mention back in 2019. Spicer graduated from Kent State in 2016 and it will be his eighth season as a professional player. La Union Formosa roster for 2023-24: Guards: Matias Eidintas Cristian Cardo Forward: Martin Fernandez Center: Khaliq Spicer |
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| Valters Veveris is a newcomer at Ventspils - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He represented Latvia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Latvia five years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 12.9ppg, 4.7rpg, FGP: 60.6%, 3PT: 25.9%, FT: 53.3%. Veveris has played also professionally in Estonia and Spain (BC MoraBanc Andorra 2nd team) and Latvia (VEF Riga, ViA/Valmiera Glass 2nd team and Valmiera/Glass). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of EYBL U20 in 2018. He was also voted Eurobasket.com All-EYBL U20 Guard of the Year back in 2018. BK Ventspils roster for 2023-24: Guards: Valters Veveris Ishmael El-Amin Centers: Ronalds Zakis Edvards Mezulis |
| Tartu inks Rinalds Malmanis - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB in Spanish Liga Endesa. But in 21 games he recorded just 1.0ppg in that year. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Malmanis was also a member of Latvian international program for some years. He played for Latvian Senior National Team two years ago and previously for U18 National Team back in 2014. Malmanis represented Latvia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Italy) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 10 games: 3.0ppg, 5.0rpg. He has played previously professionally in Spain (Baskonia, Real Betis, Grupo Eleyco Baskonia B team, Alava and Araberri) and Latvia (Valmiera). Malmanis won Spanish LEB Gold championship title in 2019. |
| LATVIA |
| Valters Veveris is a newcomer at Ventspils - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He represented Latvia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Latvia five years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 7 games: 12.9ppg, 4.7rpg, FGP: 60.6%, 3PT: 25.9%, FT: 53.3%. Veveris has played also professionally in Estonia and Spain (BC MoraBanc Andorra 2nd team) and Latvia (VEF Riga, ViA/Valmiera Glass 2nd team and Valmiera/Glass). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of EYBL U20 in 2018. He was also voted Eurobasket.com All-EYBL U20 Guard of the Year back in 2018. BK Ventspils roster for 2023-24: Guards: Valters Veveris Ishmael El-Amin Centers: Ronalds Zakis Edvards Mezulis |
| Tartu inks Rinalds Malmanis - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB in Spanish Liga Endesa. But in 21 games he recorded just 1.0ppg in that year. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Malmanis was also a member of Latvian international program for some years. He played for Latvian Senior National Team two years ago and previously for U18 National Team back in 2014. Malmanis represented Latvia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Italy) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 10 games: 3.0ppg, 5.0rpg. He has played previously professionally in Spain (Baskonia, Real Betis, Grupo Eleyco Baskonia B team, Alava and Araberri) and Latvia (Valmiera). Malmanis won Spanish LEB Gold championship title in 2019. |
| LEBANON |
| Alexander is back at Sagesse, ex Al Nasr - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He is quite experienced player. Alexander has played in seven different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Metros), France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket and Le Mans), Germany (Brose Bamberg), Korea (KoGas and Suwon KT Sonicboom), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Portland Trail Blazers and Orlando Magic), NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors, College Park SkyHawks, Long Island Nets and Wisconsin Alexanderrd) and NBA Summer League (LA Clippers). His team won German Bundesliga Cup in 2019. He attended University of Kansas until 2015 and it will be his ninth season as a professional player. |
| Troy Williams (ex Gladiadores) signs at Dynamo - by Eurobasket News | |||
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. Williams is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in five different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with European, Asian and of course North American leagues. Williams has played previously professionally in Italy (Pesaro), Taiwan (Leopards), Turkey (Besiktas), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Houston Rockets, NY Knicks, Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies) and NBA G League (RGV Vipers, Iowa Wolves and Stockton Kings). Among many awards he won NBA G League Atlantic Division championship title in 2018. He was voted to Asia-basket.com All-Taiwanese T1 League Honorable Mention in 2022. Williams graduated from Indiana University in 2016 and it will be his eighth season in pro basketball. |
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| Alexander is back at Sagesse, ex Al Nasr - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. He is quite experienced player. Alexander has played in seven different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Dominican Republic (Metros), France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket and Le Mans), Germany (Brose Bamberg), Korea (KoGas and Suwon KT Sonicboom), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Portland Trail Blazers and Orlando Magic), NBA G League (Santa Cruz Warriors, College Park SkyHawks, Long Island Nets and Wisconsin Alexanderrd) and NBA Summer League (LA Clippers). His team won German Bundesliga Cup in 2019. He attended University of Kansas until 2015 and it will be his ninth season as a professional player. |
| LITHUANIA |
| Jonava signs Ivan Gandia-Rosa, ex Fajardo - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Gandia-Rosa was also a member of Puerto Rican international program for some years. He played for Puerto Rican Senior National Team between 2019 and 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2014. Gandia-Rosa also represented Puerto Rico at the Panamerican Games in Lima (Peru) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 5 games: 3.0ppg, 1.6rpg, 1.8apg. He has played previously professionally in Cyprus (AEL Limassol) and Slovakia (Inter Bratislava). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Slovakian League Import Player of the Year in 2022. Gandia-Rosa graduated from University of North Florida in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. He played also for College of Central Florida for one year. |
| Matas Macijauskas agreed terms with Nevezis - by Eurobasket News | |
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Kedainiu Nevezis-Optibet (LKL) inked 21-year old 210cm center Matas Macijauskas for upcoming season. Macijauskas played most recently at BC Rytas Vilnius 2nd team in the NKL. In 44 games he recorded 4.0ppg, 3.8rpg and 1.1bpg last season. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Vilnius (also in NKL) where in 32 games he averaged 3.2ppg and 2.9rpg in that year. He has played previously for three other teams: Ezerunas, Sostines KM I-EMSI U18 team and Rytas Vilnius U18 team. Macijauskas played in the final of Adidas Next Generation Tournament in Kaunas in 2019. Kedainiu Nevezis-Optibet roster for 2023-24: Guards: Lovre Basic Carlos Jurgens Brevin Galloway Forward: Ignas Vaitkus Centers: Robertas Keliacius Osas Ehigiator Matas Macijauskas |
| Winter Hoops: Breaking Down the World's Coldest-Weather Programs - by Eurobasket |
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Basketball has become one of the EU's fastest-growing sports. For decades, the region has developed its basketball programs and leagues, while also shipping out top players to compete in the highly exclusive NBA. Serbia's Nikola Joki and Croatia's Luka Doni, both of whom have taken home MVP titles in recent years, highlight just how much Europe's hold on basketball has improved. And as the sport becomes more popular around the world, it's started to move into colder climates. The game was originally developed in the US to provide athletes in urban locations with the ability to play outside. However, given most games are played indoors, that emphasis on getting outside isn't always important. In fact, more and more elite teams and players are starting to emerge from wintery locations. Let's break down a few of the world's coldest-climate cities and regions that adore basketball. Michigan, USA It wouldn't be surprising for someone to think about the NBA's Toronto Raptors when imagining the best basketball programs in the north. However, only a few hundred miles west in Lansing, Michigan, the Spartans have one of the best basketball programs in the NCAA. In fact, in areas like Lansing and in states like Michigan, college basketball is a huge deal-on par with football. The NCAA season runs through the winter until April, which means players will be training and traveling and competing while temperatures outside sit between lows of -7 and highs of 2 degrees Celsius. This also makes the NCAA popular for sports bettors who are stuck indoors. Along with placing bets on March Madness and other games, local fans can also play poker in Michigan on virtual platforms. That's because Michigan allows its sportsbooks and game providers to work together, which offers convenience for bettors who want to set up dual accounts. Ulan Baatar, Mongolia The capital of Mongolia has one of the longest winters in the world-which might make some people think that sports like basketball would be traded for more traditional winter sports. However, it's actually the 8-month-long winter with temperatures dropping to -26 degrees Celsius that makes this indoor sport so enjoyable. And, just like many Europeans were influenced by the Bulls of the 1990s, so were many young Mongolians. As adults, this generation of basketball lovers has helped create infrastructure to develop the next generation of sporting talent. This progress can be felt through the country's burgeoning men's basketball program. Ranked 104 in the world by FIBA, the men's team recently qualified for the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup for the first time, where they'll compete in Group D. Vilnius, Lithuania Michigan has a prominent team in the NCAA, while Mongolia's national team is showing promising growth. However, in Lithuania's capital Vilnius, the love for basketball is a bit grander-and that's because locals have their very own BC Rytas Vilnius to cheer on as part of the Lithuania-LKL. The LKL produces teams that go on to compete in EuroLeague. Compared to nearby cold-weather cities, from Stockholm to Riga, locals participate more meaningfully with their local team. In fact, the LKL was Lithuania's very first sports league founded back in 1993. In reality, the country's love of the sport dates back all the way back to 1922 when the first official match was held between the Lithuanian Physical Education Union and Kaunas. At the time, a Lithuanian-American community, around 275,000 strong in the US, also helped to introduce families back home to the burgeoning new sport. |
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| Kamenjas comes back to SC Derby - by Zeljko Zule | ||||
He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2023. The previous (2021-22) season he played at SC Derby. In 26 ABA League games he got 14.3ppg, 8.4rpg (leader !!!), 2.0apg and 1.1spg in that year. He also played 5 games in Erste Liga where he got 7.2ppg, 8.8rpg and 2.8apg in that year. He has been also a member of Bosnia and Herzegovina international program for some years. Kamenjas has regularly played for Bosnia and Herzegovina senior team since 2018 and previously for U20 National Team in 2017. He also represented Bosnia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Slovakia six years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 4.6ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.0apg. Kamenjas has played also professionally for other Bosnia and Herzegovina teams like Spars and Travnik. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Adriatic League European Player of the Year in 2022. He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2023. SC Derby Podgorica roster for 2023-24: Guards: Nikola Pavlicevic Borna Kapusta Igor Drobnjak Ilija Goranovic Luka Bogavac Zoran Vuceljic Vladimir Sudar Vasilije Todorovic Forwards: Emir Hadzibegovic Tomislav Ivisic Demir Dogan David Mirkovic Mateo Dreznjak Centers: Kenan Kamenjas Maruan Cicic Coach: Andrej Zakelj |
| NAIA |
| J'Quan Ewing transfers to Cumberland - by Eurobasket News | |
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Cumberland University added to their roster forward J'Quan Ewing (6'9''-194lbs) for season 2023-24. Clarksville (TN) native moved there from Southern University (NCAA Division I) where he spent his junior year. In four games he recorded 4.0ppg and 1.5rpg last season. Ewing played also at Pearl River Community College in 2020-2022. His team won MACCC South Division Regular Season Championship and Jaguars made it to the NJCAA D1 Mid-South District Semifinals and NJCAA D1 Region XXIII Semifinals in 2021. He graduated Kenwood High School (Clarksville, TN) in 2020. |
| NBA |
| Cole Swider joins Miami Heat - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He has never been drafted by the NBA. Swider graduated from Syracuse University in 2022 and it will be his second season as a professional player. His team won Big East Regular Season in 2019 and 2021. He played also for Villanova University for 3 years. Miami Heat roster for 2023-24: Guards: Kyle Lowry Jimmy Butler Josh Richardson Dru Smith Jaime Jaquez_Jr. Tyler Herro Jamaree Bouyea Forwards: Udonis Haslem Kevin Love Thomas Bryant Duncan Robinson Caleb Martin Haywood Highsmith Cole Swider Jamal Cain Nikola Jovic Orlando Robinson Center: Bam Adebayo Coach: Erik Spoelstra |
| USA Basketball rolls past Puerto Rico in World Cup tune-up opener, 117-74 - by Eurobasket News |
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For an opening statement, USA Basketball's World Cup team made an emphatic one. Anthony Edwards (6'5''-G-2001, college: Georgia) and Cameron Johnson (6'9''-F-1996, college: UNC) each scored 15 points, and the U.S. used a 20-0 run in the second half on the way to rolling past Puerto Rico 117-74 on Monday night in the first World Cup tune-up for the Americans. Mikal Bridges scored 14 for the U.S., which finished with seven players in double figures and outscored Puerto Rico 67-31 in the second half. 'A great night for us. ... I think the guys have really picked up what we're trying to install at both ends,' U.S. coach Steve Kerr said. Jaren Jackson Jr. (6'11''-F/C-1999, college: Michigan St.) scored 12, Jalen Brunson (6'1''-G-1996, college: Villanova) scored 11 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, and Bobby Portis (6'10''-PF-1995, college: Arkansas) and Brandon Ingram (6'9''-SF-1997, college: Duke) each scored 11 for the Americans. Tyrese Haliburton (6'5''-G-2000, college: Iowa St.) finished with 12 assists for the U.S., which held some huge stat edges - 53-27 in rebounding, 31-9 in points off turnovers, 10-2 in blocked shots and shot 56% compared to Puerto Rico's 37%. 'It's just us playing together,' Brunson said. 'We're still getting to know each other, but everyone's really putting egos aside just to win and we've got a lot of high-character guys. That's the No. 1 priority for every single one of them.' Tremont Waters (5'11''-PG-1998, college: LSU, agency: Shark Sports Management) scored 17 for Puerto Rico, which got 12 from George Conditt IV (6'10''-C-2000, college: Iowa St.) and 10 from Jordan Howard. There were spectacular moments, there were sloppy moments, there were botched plays and big-time plays. And in the end, the team with far more talent pulled away. In other words, it went exactly as expected. 'I think our whole thing is, if we stay solid and really play without turning it over, without fouling, guard the 3-point line and really do a good job on the glass, then we feel like over 40 minutes we can wear people down,' Kerr said. Paolo Banchero (6'9''-F-2002, college: Duke) pretty much blocked a shot with his elbow, Edwards' head nearly hit the backboard on a dunk, Austin Reaves got cheers the moment he checked in - after all, Las Vegas is a Lakers' town - and those yells only got louder when he made a jumper just seconds into his first stint with USA across his chest. 'We're figuring it out,' Edwards said. It was the first of five exhibitions before the World Cup for the Americans, and the only one that will be played in the U.S. The team flies to Malaga, Spain on Tuesday for games this weekend against Slovenia and Spain, then heads to the United Arab Emirates for games in Abu Dhabi against Greece (Aug. 18) and Germany (Aug. 20). From there, it's on to Manila. The World Cup will be held in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia; the U.S. will be in Manila for the entirety of the tournament, and opens against New Zealand on Aug. 26, followed by Greece on Aug. 28 and Jordan on Aug. 30. The Americans are tuning up for a World Cup that, they hope, avenges the disappointment of four years ago. The U.S. was seventh at the World Cup in China in 2019, the worst finish for any American men's team in a major international tournament. The game turned into a runaway in the third when the Americans outscored Puerto Rico 34-18, turning what was a seven-point halftime lead into a 23-point edge going into the fourth. The big run sparked that; what was a 74-61 game late in the third became a 94-61 game early in the fourth and the margin never stopped growing. 'A good five days,' Kerr said, now that the team's stay in Las Vegas for camp and the opener is complete. 'And now we're off to Malaga.' Courtesy of: usatoday.com |
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| Wolves Hire Ernest Scott As Head Coach Of G League Team - by Eurobasket News |
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The Minnesota Timberwolves have named Ernest Scott as head coach of the Iowa Wolves, the team's G League affiliate. Minnesota also announced the promotion of Nathan Bubes to Assistant Coach and Michael DiBenedetto to Assistant Coach/Director of Operations for the Wolves. 'I am grateful to be named the Head Coach of the Iowa Wolves and represent the Timberwolves organization in the best light possible,' Scott said. 'I'm excited to continue being a part of the community in Des Moines and execute the vision and goals of Coach Finch and the Timberwolves in everything we do on and off the court.' Scott is entering his third season with the Iowa Wolves, first as the head coach after spending the last two as an assistant coach. Courtesy of: realgm.com |
| NCAA2 |
| Wallrapp named Men's Basketball Head Coach at Malone University - by Eurobasket News |
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After a nationwide search was conducted, Malone University Director of Athletics Tanya Hockman recently announced the appointment of Charlie Wallrapp as the next head men's basketball coach for the Pioneers. Wallrapp becomes the 12th head coach in program history, and succeeds Casey Kaufman, who left Malone in July to become the head coach at Ohio Dominican University. Wallrapp, a 2020 NABC Under Armour 30-Under-30 Recipient, comes to Malone from Northern Michigan University. He worked as an assistant coach for the Wildcats beginning in 2020, and had been recently promoted to the role of Associate Head Coach. 'I am very thankful to Dr. Miller, Tanya Hockman, and the selection committee for the opportunity to coach at Malone University!' Wallrapp said. 'I am excited to get down there and continue to build on a program that has a strong foundation. My wife and I can't wait to begin our journey in the Canton community,' Wallrapp finished. Last season, Wallrapp helped lead NMU to its first GLIAC Championship in 23 years. The Wildcats secured an NCAA tournament win against Hillsdale, as well as posting the most wins in program history with a 25-8 record. The 2021-22 season saw NMU win nine of their last ten games to reach the GLIAC Championship game for the first time since 2000. Wallrapp aided in coaching the Wildcats to the most three-pointers in program history (292) as well as tying the record for most threes in a game (18 vs. UW-Stout). The Wildcats went 8-8 during the 2020-21 season, which featured a conference-only schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The team had two All-GLIAC Second Team members and had the fewest turnovers of any team in the GLIAC. 'Charlie brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience along with a proven track record for building programs and developing athletes,' Hockman stated. 'I am confident he will build upon the strong tradition of Pioneer men's basketball. We are excited to welcome Charlie and his wife to our Malone University family.' Prior to joining the staff at Northern Michigan, Wallrapp served as an assistant coach at NAIA Clarke University for two seasons. In the 2019-2020 season, he aided the team to a school-record 24 wins and a berth in the National Tournament for the first time in program history after reaching their first ever Heart Conference Championship game. The team also achieved their first ever national ranking in school history, finishing #22 in the country, and the program's first ever win over a top 5 team. In his first year with the Pride, his efforts guided the team to three victories over top-15 teams as they improved from tenth to fourth in the league. In addition, he coached two All- Americans and seven All-Conference players at Clarke. Prior to Clarke, Wallrapp served as an assistant coach at Kansas Wesleyan University for two seasons. Playing a large role in the team's defensive strategy, Wallrapp's efforts helped the team finish 14th nationally and second in the conference for scoring defense, and also helped student-athlete Terell Gandy earn KCAC Defensive Player of the Year honors. During his first season, the team nearly doubled their win total from the previous season, going from seven wins to 13 wins before a 16-win season in his second year with the Coyotes. He coached three All-Conference players and one All-Freshman Team member as well. Before his collegiate coaching career began, he was an assistant coach for West Oaks Academy where he coached over 30 future college players, several of whom went on to compete at the NCAA Division I level. Wallrapp was a two-time All-American and a two-time Team Captain for Benedictine College in Kansas. A three-time All-Conference player, he finished his career 11th all-time with 1,443 career points. His efforts helped the program to a Heart Conference Championship in 2013-14 and a National Tournament Sweet 16 appearance. He was also named an NAIA Daktronics Scholar-Athlete and the Heart Conference Liston Award Representative. He then went on to play for the Newcastle Knights in England and averaged 22 points per game while leading the squad to a 40-3 record and numerous championships. Wallrapp completed his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Benedictine in 2014, a Postgraduate Certificate in Writing from Newcastle University in 2016, and earned a Masters of Business Administration from Kansas Wesleyan in 2018. Courtesy of: malonepioneers.com |
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| Maccabi Ma'ale Adumim adds Lee to their roster - by Eurobasket Center | ||||
He played this summer at Hawks in New Zealand NBL league. In 14 games just recently he recorded very impressive stats: 16.9ppg, 8.9rpg, 1.6apg and 1.1spg. He has played previously professionally in Finland (Vilpas) and France (ALM Evreux). His college team won Pac-12 Tournament in 2018. He graduated from University of Arizona in 2021 and it will be his third season as a professional player. |
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| Rabotnicki sign Robert Rikic - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played most recently at BK KVIS Pardubice in NBL league in Czech Republic. In 46 games he averaged 13.5ppg, 6.3rpg and 1.5apg last season. A very good year in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Czech Rep. League Second Team. He also played 7 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he had 13.1ppg, 7.1rpg and 3.6apg. He helped them to make it to the quarterfinals. It was a very successful season in his career as he was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Alpe Adria Cup Third Team. Rikic was voted to Eurobasket.com Bosnia and Herzegovina League All-Domestic Players Team back in 2014 and 2018. The previous (2021-22) season he played at MZT Skopje in North Macedonian Prva Liga. In 37 games he recorded 11.7ppg, 7.0rpg and 1.1apg in that year. He contributed to his team winning the league title and the Supercup. Rikic also played 16 games in ABA League where he got 10.4ppg, 6.1rpg and 1.2apg in that year. He was a member of Croatian U20 National Team back in 2010. Rikic is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Montenegro (Buducnost), Slovenia (Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana), Croatia (Split, Zagreb, Zrinjevac, Dubrava and Dubrovnik), Bosnia (OKK Sloboda Tuzla, Siroki, Igokea and HKK Zrinjski HT Mostar), Czech Republic (USK Praha) and North Macedonia (Euro Nickel). Rikic was selected to Eurobasket.com Bosnia and Herzegovina League All-Domestic Players Team back in 2014 and 2018. KK Rabotnicki AD Skopje roster for 2023-24: Guards: Gorjan Markovski Boban Stajic Petar Boshaleski Andrej Soskic Forwards: Nikola Malesevic Filip Bakoch Filip Cholakovski Center: Robert Rikic Coach: Dimitar Mirakovski |
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| Slavia lands DeAngelo Stewart, ex Froya Basket - by Surujh Roopnarine | |||
Stewart is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Georgia (Batumi), Kosovo (Prizreni), Portugal (Esgueira and Vitoria SC/Costa Guerreiro Lda.) and TBL (Owensboro Thoroughbreds and Jamestown Jackals). Among many awards his team won Georgian Cup in 2022. Stewart was selected to USBasket.com All-TBL Honorable Mention back in 2019. He graduated from Purdue University Fort Wayne in 2017 and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball. Stewart played also for Northwest Kansas Technical College for one year. SK Slavia Praha roster for 2023-24: Guards: DeAngelo Stewart Shavar Newkirk Radovan Mrazek Forwards: Michal Mares Alexander Thompson Tamell Pearson Petr Stovicek Coach: Pavel Benes |
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| Kiefer Ravena sparks breakaway as Gilas repeats over Iran in China tourney finale - by Eurobasket News |
| Gilas Pilipinas ended its campaign in the Heyuan WUS International Basketball Tournament in China on a high note as it reasserted its mastery over Iran with a 63-48 victory on Monday, August 7. With the Philippines on top by just 4 with only three minutes remaining, 51-47, it was Kiefer Ravena who proved to be the difference-maker as he delivered three consecutive crucial plays to extend the Filipinos' lead into a dozen, 59-47, in just a span of one minute. Ravena sank a cold-blooded triple at the 3:05 mark of the final frame, which put Gilas up by a three possession game, 54-47, before assisting on Ray Parks' long two-pointer in the next play. He then set up Dwight Ramos for a wide-open long bomb in the following possession that ultimately sealed the win for the Philippines. Playing minus Filipino-American NBA guard Jordan Clarkson, Kai Sotto, and Scottie Thompson, Ramos showed the way for Gilas Pilipinas with a double-double of 17 points and 14 rebounds. Jamie Malonzo, likewise, posted a double-double of 11 markers and 14 boards, while Ravena recorded an all-around stat line of 9 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. AJ Edu, who topscored for the Filipinos in their 75-63 win over Senegal just a day ago, also continued his impressive play with 8 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 blocks. After finishing the short pocket tournament with a 3-1 slate, Gilas Pilipinas is set to return to the Philippines on Tuesday, August 8, to continue its buildup for the much-awaited FIBA World Cup later this month. Courtesy of: rappler.com |
| POLAND |
| Paul Scruggs signs at Trefl - by Eurobasket Center | |||
He graduated from Xavier University in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. His team made it to the Big East Tournament Semifinals in 2018 and 2019. Trefl Sopot roster for 2023-24: Guards: Benedek Varadi Aaron Best Jakub Musial Paul Scruggs Forwards: Jaroslaw Zyskowski Auston Barnes Blazej Kulikowski Filip Gurtatowski Centers: Mikolaj Witlinski Andy Van_Vliet Szymon Tomczak Coach: Zan Tabak |
| Bartlomiej Ratajczak agreed terms with Zgorzelec - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Ratajczak has played previously for three other teams: Klodzko, KK Walbrzych and Gornik II. |
| Jeriah Horne signs at MKS - by Eurobasket News | |||
Horne graduated from University of Tulsa in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. He played also for University of Colorado for one year. MKS Dabrowa Gornicza roster for 2023-24: Guards: Marcin Piechowicz Szymon Ryzek Dominik Wilczek Lovell Cabbil Santiago Konaszuk Forwards: Maciej Kucharek Nicolas Carvacho Jeriah Horne Centers: Dawid Slupinski Jakub Wojciechowski Coach: Boris Balibrea |
| PORTUGAL |
| Ruben Prey re-signs at Joventut - by Eurobasket News | |||
He represented Portugal at the FIBA U18 European Championship Division B in Matosinhos (Portugal) this year. His stats at that event were 7 games: Score-5 (19.1ppg), Reb-1 (14.0rpg), 3.0apg, 2.6spg, 1.4bpg, FGP: 61.5%, 3PT: 13.3%, FT: 65.3%. Club Joventut Badalona roster for 2023-24: Guards: Pau Ribas Guillem Vives Andrew Andrews Andres Feliz Josep Busquets Yannick Kraag Forwards: DeShaun Thomas Vladimir Brodziansky Miguel Allen Ruben Prey Center: Ante Tomic Coach: Carles Duran |
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| Portugal defeat Angola at King Abdallah Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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Portugal - Angola 72-67 Portugal rallied past Angola at the 11th King Abdallah Cup in Jordan. Diogo Brito (198-G-1997, college: Utah St.) tossed in 21 points to lead the charge. Portugal eked out a 17-14 lead after ten minutes. The European team extended the lead in the second quarter. Portugal secured a 38-31 halftime advantage. They poured in 19 points in the third frame to secure a 9-point advantage. Angola managed to cut the deficit in the fourth period but could not avoid the loss. Travante Williams (193-SF-1993, college: Alaska, agency: Inception Sports) had 11 points for Portugal. Eduardo Francisco (200-C-2003) accounted for 17 points for Angola. |
| PUERTO RICO |
| Pierre Jackson (ex Santurce) agreed terms with Wuhan - by Eurobasket News | ||||
In 2013 he was drafted by Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in second round (42nd overall). The former Baylor University standout is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball. He is a very experienced player. Jackson has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to eight different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Croatia (Cedevita), France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket and JL Bourg), Israel (Maccabi Tel Aviv), Turkey (Fenerbahce, Galatasaray and Afyon), NBA (Dallas Mavericks and Detroit Pistons), NBA G League (SLC Stars, Texas Legends and South Bay Lakers), China (Aviators and Royal Fighters) and The Basketball Tournament (Loyalty is Love). Jackson won Israeli Premier League championship title in 2018. He played also for College of Southern Idaho for one year. Jackson's game is described as: An energetic PG who loves to create out from the dribble. Jackson can be unstoppable when he goes inside and can be effective at the defensive side too. |
| Jonava signs Ivan Gandia-Rosa, ex Fajardo - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Gandia-Rosa was also a member of Puerto Rican international program for some years. He played for Puerto Rican Senior National Team between 2019 and 2021 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2014. Gandia-Rosa also represented Puerto Rico at the Panamerican Games in Lima (Peru) four years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 5 games: 3.0ppg, 1.6rpg, 1.8apg. He has played previously professionally in Cyprus (AEL Limassol) and Slovakia (Inter Bratislava). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Slovakian League Import Player of the Year in 2022. Gandia-Rosa graduated from University of North Florida in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. He played also for College of Central Florida for one year. |
| USA Basketball rolls past Puerto Rico in World Cup tune-up opener, 117-74 - by Eurobasket News |
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For an opening statement, USA Basketball's World Cup team made an emphatic one. Anthony Edwards (6'5''-G-2001, college: Georgia) and Cameron Johnson (6'9''-F-1996, college: UNC) each scored 15 points, and the U.S. used a 20-0 run in the second half on the way to rolling past Puerto Rico 117-74 on Monday night in the first World Cup tune-up for the Americans. Mikal Bridges scored 14 for the U.S., which finished with seven players in double figures and outscored Puerto Rico 67-31 in the second half. 'A great night for us. ... I think the guys have really picked up what we're trying to install at both ends,' U.S. coach Steve Kerr said. Jaren Jackson Jr. (6'11''-F/C-1999, college: Michigan St.) scored 12, Jalen Brunson (6'1''-G-1996, college: Villanova) scored 11 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, and Bobby Portis (6'10''-PF-1995, college: Arkansas) and Brandon Ingram (6'9''-SF-1997, college: Duke) each scored 11 for the Americans. Tyrese Haliburton (6'5''-G-2000, college: Iowa St.) finished with 12 assists for the U.S., which held some huge stat edges - 53-27 in rebounding, 31-9 in points off turnovers, 10-2 in blocked shots and shot 56% compared to Puerto Rico's 37%. 'It's just us playing together,' Brunson said. 'We're still getting to know each other, but everyone's really putting egos aside just to win and we've got a lot of high-character guys. That's the No. 1 priority for every single one of them.' Tremont Waters (5'11''-PG-1998, college: LSU, agency: Shark Sports Management) scored 17 for Puerto Rico, which got 12 from George Conditt IV (6'10''-C-2000, college: Iowa St.) and 10 from Jordan Howard. There were spectacular moments, there were sloppy moments, there were botched plays and big-time plays. And in the end, the team with far more talent pulled away. In other words, it went exactly as expected. 'I think our whole thing is, if we stay solid and really play without turning it over, without fouling, guard the 3-point line and really do a good job on the glass, then we feel like over 40 minutes we can wear people down,' Kerr said. Paolo Banchero (6'9''-F-2002, college: Duke) pretty much blocked a shot with his elbow, Edwards' head nearly hit the backboard on a dunk, Austin Reaves got cheers the moment he checked in - after all, Las Vegas is a Lakers' town - and those yells only got louder when he made a jumper just seconds into his first stint with USA across his chest. 'We're figuring it out,' Edwards said. It was the first of five exhibitions before the World Cup for the Americans, and the only one that will be played in the U.S. The team flies to Malaga, Spain on Tuesday for games this weekend against Slovenia and Spain, then heads to the United Arab Emirates for games in Abu Dhabi against Greece (Aug. 18) and Germany (Aug. 20). From there, it's on to Manila. The World Cup will be held in the Philippines, Japan and Indonesia; the U.S. will be in Manila for the entirety of the tournament, and opens against New Zealand on Aug. 26, followed by Greece on Aug. 28 and Jordan on Aug. 30. The Americans are tuning up for a World Cup that, they hope, avenges the disappointment of four years ago. The U.S. was seventh at the World Cup in China in 2019, the worst finish for any American men's team in a major international tournament. The game turned into a runaway in the third when the Americans outscored Puerto Rico 34-18, turning what was a seven-point halftime lead into a 23-point edge going into the fourth. The big run sparked that; what was a 74-61 game late in the third became a 94-61 game early in the fourth and the margin never stopped growing. 'A good five days,' Kerr said, now that the team's stay in Las Vegas for camp and the opener is complete. 'And now we're off to Malaga.' Courtesy of: usatoday.com |
| ROMANIA |
| Petar Avlijas (ex Crvena Zvezda) signs at Dinamo Stiinta Bucuresti - by Eurobasket News |
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Dinamo Stiinta Bucuresti (Liga Nationala) landed 18-year old Serbian international 197cm shooting guard Petar Avlijas for new season. Avlijas played most recently at Crvena Zvezda in Serbian JLS league. In 22 games he averaged 10.7ppg, 2.9rpg, 2.2apg and 1.2spg last season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Avlijas also played 1 game in ABA League U19 where he had 7 points, 1 rebound and 3 assists. He won ABA U19 League championship title in 2021 and 2022. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Mega (JLS). In 19 games he recorded 8.8ppg, 4.4rpg, 3.1apg and 1.2spg in that year. He also played 5 games in ABA League U19 where he got 4.6ppg and 1.8apg in that year. He has been a member of Serbian international program for some years. Avlijas has been regularly called to Serbian senior team since 2022 and two years ago for U22 National Team. He has played also professionally in Mega MIS Beograd U18 team. Avlijas won ABA U19 League championship title in 2021 and 2022. |
| Sandro Antunovic (ex Skrljevo) agreed terms with Laguna Sharks Bucuresti - by Eurobasket News | |
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Laguna Sharks Bucuresti (Liga Nationala) strengthened their roster with addition of 25-year old Croatian-Bosnia and Herzegovina 208cm power forward Sandro Antunovic for season 2023-24. Antunovic played most recently at BC Adria Oil Skrljevo in Croatian Premijer Liga. In 32 games he recorded 8.4ppg and 3.8rpg last season. He also played 6 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he averaged 8.7ppg, 4.2rpg and 2.0apg. Antunovic ended the previous (2021-22) season at MBC in German BBL. In only one game he had 6 points, 4 rebounds and 1 assist in that year. But the most of that year he spent at Sixers in German ProB. In 26 games he got 8.8ppg, 4.6rpg and 1.2apg in that year. He represented Croatia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U18 in Samsun (Turkey) seven years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 6.2ppg, 4.2rpg, FGP: 43.8%, 3PT: 37.5%. Antunovic has played also professionally in Bosnia (KK Bosna Meridianbet Sarajevo, Mostar, Spars and Kos), Croatia (KK Kvarner 2010 Rijeka and Zamet Rijeka) and Germany (Oldenburg, HAKRO Merlins Crailsheim 2nd team and Westerstede). Among many awards his team made it to the Bosnia and Herzegovina League Semifinals in 2018. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Regionalliga South-West Honorable Mention back in 2020. |
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| RUSSIA |
| Runa Basket adds Hill to their roster - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played this summer at Rise and Grind (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S. The most of last season he spent at Basquet Girona in Spanish Liga Endesa where in 20 games he recorded 6.2ppg, 1.9rpg and 1.9apg. He helped them to make it to the Supercup semifinals. He also played for Real Betis in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 12 games he averaged 9.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 2.4apg and 1.3spg. Hill was called to Cameroonian Senior National Team this year. He is quite experienced player. His career allowed him to visit three different continents, while he played in six different countries. Hill tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia and of course North America. He has played previously professionally in France (Gravelines Dunkerque), Kazakhstan (Astana), ABA (Jacksonville Giants), Russia (Parma-Pari), NBA G League (Osceola Magic) and NBA Summer League (Orlando Magic). Hill was voted All-GSC Player of the Year back in 2017. He is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Hill graduated from Valdosta State in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. He played also for Savannah State University for one year. |
| Russia beat Iran in Perm - by Eurobasket News |
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Russia - Iran 72:59 Russia overcame Iran 72-59 in Perm in a friendly game. The hosts grabbed a 14-5 and enjoyed a 37-29 halftime advantage. Moreover, Russia dominated the third quarter with a 19-10 surge and did not mind a narrow 16-20 loss at the en of the game. Andrey Martyuk (211-PF-2000) top-scored for the winners with 15 points and Alexandr Shcherbenev (190-G-2000) poured in 13. Mohammad Amini replied with 17 points and 6 rebounds in defeat. |
| RWANDA |
| RBL Round 23: Easy game for Patriots who smash IPRC-Huye by 33 points - by Eurobasket News | ||
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What a coincidence that all visitors won their games. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. 10th ranked IPRC-Huye (5-17) was outscored at home by second ranked Patriots (18-2) with the biggest margin this round 93-60 on Sunday night. Patriots have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain second place with 18-2 record behind leader REG. IPRC-Huye lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 17 games lost. In the last two games of round 23 APR destroyed IPRC-Huye on the opponent's court 89-69. Bottom-ranked IPRC-Musanze was outscored by Orion in a home game 59-79.
IPRC-Huye - APR 69-89 Very expected game when 10th ranked IPRC-Huye (5-17) was crushed at home by third ranked APR (17-2) 89-69 on Saturday. APR have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain third place with 17-2 record having just three points less than leader REG. IPRC-Huye lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 17 games lost. IPRC-Musanze - Orion 59-79 Very predictable result when sixth ranked Orion (12-10) smashed on the road bottom-ranked IPRC-Musanze (1-21) 79-59 on Saturday. Orion moved-up to fifth place, which they share with K-Titans. IPRC-Musanze lost fourth consecutive game. They stay dead last with 21 lost games. IPRC-Huye - Patriots 60-93 10th ranked IPRC-Huye (5-17) was outscored at home by second ranked Patriots (18-2) with the biggest margin this round 93-60 on Sunday night. Patriots have an impressive series of nine victories in a row. They maintain second place with 18-2 record behind leader REG. IPRC-Huye lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with 17 games lost. |
| SENEGAL |
| Sow re-signs at Ciudad de Huelva Baloncesto - by Eurobasket News | |
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Ciudad de Huelva Baloncesto (LEB Silver) confirmed in their roster 29-year old Senegalese power forward Pape Sow (205cm-1993) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Sow is the second import player in the roster as Beninese Soulemane Chabi-Yo signed here earlier. He has played there for the last two seasons. He helped them to win the regular season. He has played previously for eight other teams: FC Barcelona Lassa 2nd team, Marbella, Guadalajara, UBU Tizona Burgos, Gandia, Avila, Azpeitia Juaristi Iraurgi Saski Baloia and Baloncesto Sevilla 2nd team. Ciudad de Huelva Baloncesto roster for 2023-24: Forwards: Federico Ristori Juan_Manuel Cebolla Soulemane Chabi-Yo Center: Pape Sow |
| Reggio Emilia inks Mouhamed Faye - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He also represented Senegal at the FIBA U18 African Championship in Madagaskar last year. His stats at that event were 6 games: Score-2 (18.2ppg), Reb-1 (13.7rpg), 1.0spg, Blocks-3 (1.3bpg), FGP-1 (70.8%), FT: 48.6%. Faye has played previously professionally in Croatia (Next Generation Team Zadar U18 team) and Lithuania. He played in the final of Adidas Next Generation Tournament Finals in Kaunas in 2023. Unahotels Reggio Emilia roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jamar Smith Langston Galloway Briante Weber Alessandro Cipolla Forwards: Darion Atkins Kevin Hervey Sasha Grant Center: Mouhamed Faye Coach: Dimitris Priftis |
| SERBIA |
| Petar Avlijas (ex Crvena Zvezda) signs at Dinamo Stiinta Bucuresti - by Eurobasket News |
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Dinamo Stiinta Bucuresti (Liga Nationala) landed 18-year old Serbian international 197cm shooting guard Petar Avlijas for new season. Avlijas played most recently at Crvena Zvezda in Serbian JLS league. In 22 games he averaged 10.7ppg, 2.9rpg, 2.2apg and 1.2spg last season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Avlijas also played 1 game in ABA League U19 where he had 7 points, 1 rebound and 3 assists. He won ABA U19 League championship title in 2021 and 2022. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Mega (JLS). In 19 games he recorded 8.8ppg, 4.4rpg, 3.1apg and 1.2spg in that year. He also played 5 games in ABA League U19 where he got 4.6ppg and 1.8apg in that year. He has been a member of Serbian international program for some years. Avlijas has been regularly called to Serbian senior team since 2022 and two years ago for U22 National Team. He has played also professionally in Mega MIS Beograd U18 team. Avlijas won ABA U19 League championship title in 2021 and 2022. |
| Promo inks Nikola Prokic, ex Morava - by Zeljko Zule | |
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KK Promo Donji Vakuf (Division I) agreed terms with 27-year old Serbian forward Nikola Prokic (199cm-1996) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Prokic played last season at Morava in Serbian 2MLS. In 20 games he had very impressive stats: 15.5ppg, 3.5rpg and 2.3apg. He has played also professionally for other Serbian teams like Zdravlje, Napredak and KK Mladost Smederevska Palanka. His team was Runner-Up of Serbian 2MLS 2019. KK Promo Donji Vakuf roster for 2023-24: Guards: Dino Alkic Marcus Garrett Kieffer Punter Forward: Nikola Prokic Coach: Slobodan Ninic |
| Uros Plavsic signs at BC Mega MIS Beograd - by Eurobasket News | |||
He graduated from University of Tennessee in 2023 and it will be his first season in pro basketball. Plavsic played also for Arizona State University for one year. BC Mega MIS Beograd roster for 2023-24: Guards: Petar Milosavcevic Stefan Miljenovic Nikola Topic Forwards: Uros Plavsic Nemanja Popovic Timotej Malovec Andrija Jelavic Ognjen Srzentic |
| SLOVAKIA |
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| Masiar re-signs at Nitra - by Michal Duchovic |
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BKM SPU Nitra (1 Liga) confirmed in their roster 27-year old small forward Marek Masiar (191cm-1996) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Masiar has played there for the last four seasons. He helped them to win the 1.Liga title. Masiar represented Slovakia at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 Division B in Chalkida (Greece) seven years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 5.2ppg, 4.4rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 40.0%, 3PT: 35.7%, FT: 50.0%. He has played previously for three other teams: Karlovka, VSEMvs Karlovka Bratislava B team and BC Prievidza 2nd team. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Slovakian 1.Liga Honorable Mention back in 2015. BKM SPU Nitra roster for 2023-24: Guards: Sean Sutherlin Filip Tchur Lubomir Urban Forwards: Marek Masiar Jakub Kobulnicky Center: Addison Park Coach: Lubomir Urban |
| SLOVENIA |
| Litija adds Kavkler to their roster - by Zeljko Zule | |
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KK Litija (2SKL) added to their roster 20-year old point guard Patrik Kavkler (185cm-2003) for season 2023-24. Kavkler has played for the last two years at Rogaska (Liga Nova KBM). Liga Nova KBM was a little too high level for him, where in 16 Liga Nova KBM games he recorded just 0.8ppg last season. 2SKL will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He also played 5 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he averaged 6.0ppg. Part of previous (2021-22) season he spent at Bistrica (3SKL). The other team he played shortly was Rogaska (U19 League). Kavkler represented Slovenia at the FIBA U20 European Championship in Greece this year. His stats at that event were 6 games: 3.2ppg, 1.0rpg, 1.3apg. |
| SPAIN |
| Fynn Schott (ex Furstenfeld) joins Gran Canaria - by Stefan Heinrich | ||||
He has been also a member of Austrian international program for some years. Schott has regularly played for Austrian senior team since 2022 and for U22 National Team last year. He represented Austria at the FIBA U18 European Championship Division B in Matosinhos (Portugal) this year. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 9.1ppg, Reb-3 (10.9rpg), 2.9apg, Blocks-3 (1.9bpg), FGP: 63.2%, 3PT: 50.0%, FT: 81.3%. Despite young age he had great career. Schott won Austrian 2.Bundesliga championship title in 2022. Draemland Gran Canaria roster for 2023-24: Guard: Jovan Kljajic Forwards: John Shurna Pierre Pelos Nicolas Brussino Miquel Salvo Roko Prkacin Fynn Schott Centers: Ethan Happ Ben Lammers |
| Estudiantes add Rodriguez to their roster - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Rodriguez has played previously for seven other teams: Ourense, Huesca, Bilbao, San Isidro, Castello, Avila and San Isidro. Rodriguez's team won InterContinental Cup in 2023. Movistar Estudiantes Madrid roster for 2023-24: Guard: Alec Wintering Forwards: Michael Carrera Sergio Rodriguez Center: Yannick Nzosa Coach: Pedro Rivero |
| Coruna inks Pablo Hernandez - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Amics Castello in Spanish LEB Gold. In 30 games he averaged 5.0ppg and 3.2rpg in that year. Hernandez has played previously professionally also in Spain (Ponferrada). The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won AMC Regular Season in 2019. He was voted All-AMC Player of the Year back in 2019. Hernandez graduated from Missouri Baptist University in 2019 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player. Leyma Basquet Coruna roster for 2023-24: Goran Huskic Ingus Jakovics Sebastian Petersen Yunio Barrueta Pablo Hernandez Atoumane Diagne Sean McDonnell Olle Lundqvist |
| Queralt-Lortzing re-signs at Avila - by Eurobasket News | |
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Avila Autentica El Bulevar (EBA) confirmed in their roster 23-year old center Jaime Queralt-Lortzing (204cm-2000) for new 2023-24 season. Queralt-Lortzing played there last season. In 25 EBA games he had 6.4ppg, 6.5rpg and 1.0apg. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Baloncesto Venta de Banos where in 23 EBA games he recorded 6.9ppg, 6.9rpg and 1.3apg in that year. He has played previously for two other teams: Guadalajara and Caja Rural. |
| Ruben Prey re-signs at Joventut - by Eurobasket News | |||
He represented Portugal at the FIBA U18 European Championship Division B in Matosinhos (Portugal) this year. His stats at that event were 7 games: Score-5 (19.1ppg), Reb-1 (14.0rpg), 3.0apg, 2.6spg, 1.4bpg, FGP: 61.5%, 3PT: 13.3%, FT: 65.3%. Club Joventut Badalona roster for 2023-24: Guards: Pau Ribas Guillem Vives Andrew Andrews Andres Feliz Josep Busquets Yannick Kraag Forwards: DeShaun Thomas Vladimir Brodziansky Miguel Allen Ruben Prey Center: Ante Tomic Coach: Carles Duran |
| Bartolome re-signs at Gijon - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Archena where in 22 EBA games he recorded 10.5ppg, 5.0rpg and 1.6apg in that year. He was also a member of Andorra international program for some years. Bartolome played for Andorra Senior National Team between 2016 and 2018 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2016. He represented Andorra at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) for Small Countries in San Marino five years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 10.8ppg, 2.3rpg, 2.5apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 61.1%, 3PT: 22.2%, FT: 60.0%. Bartolome has played previously for three other teams: Azpeitia Juaristi Iraurgi Saski Baloia, BC MoraBanc Andorra 2nd team and Benicarlo. His team won Spanish LEB Silver Cup in 2020. |
| Gipuzkoa tabs Josip Vrankic - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Vrankic represented Canada at the FIBA Americas Championship U18 in Valdivia (Chile) seven years ago. Vrankic's team won Silver and his stats at that event were 4 games: 3.0ppg, 5.5rpg. Among many awards his team made it to the WCC Tournament Semifinals in 2022. He was voted to All-WCC Honorable Mention back in 2019. Vrankic graduated from Santa Clara University in 2022 and it will be his second season in pro basketball. |
| Tarragona adds Chazelas to their roster - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Chazelas has played previously for Spanish team Cartagena. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team was regular season runner-up in Spanish EBA Group E in 2021. He was voted to KCAC All-Defensive Team back in 2020. Chazelas graduated from Bethany College, Kansas in 2020 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player. He played also for Patrick Chazelasnry Community College for one year. Ibersol C.B. Tarragona roster for 2023-24: David Fernandez Adria Duch Baptiste Chazelas Marc Buscail Coach: Francesc Canals |
| De Yraolagoitia re-signs at BT Madrid - by Eurobasket News | |
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Baloncesto Torrelodones Madrid (EBA) confirmed in their roster 23-year old Javier De Yraolagoitia (2000) for new 2023-24 season. De Yraolagoitia played there last season. In 26 EBA games he had 9.5ppg and 3.9rpg. |
| Sisoho Jawara starts his pro career at Ulm - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He started his college career at Loyola Marymount University (NCAA). Then he moved to Weber State University (NCAA). As mentioned above he is just out of college, so it will be his first season as a professional player. Ratiopharm Ulm roster for 2023-24: Guards: Georginho de_Paula Dakota Mathias Seikou Sisoho_Jawara Alec Anigbata Forwards: Lj Figueroa Trevion Williams Noa Essengue |
| Barca tabs Jabari Parker - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu | ||||
he was also voted toIllinois Gatorade Player of the Year back in 2012 and 2013. The previous (2020-21) season he played at the Kings in NBA where in three games he had just 2.7ppg and 2.0rpg in that year. In 2014 Milwaukee Bucks selected him as second overall pick in NBA draft. He attended Duke University. It will be his tenth season in pro basketball. Parker has played previously professionally in other USA teams and NBA (Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards). He played in the final of ACC Tournament in 2014. he was also voted toIllinois Gatorade Player of the Year back in 2012 and 2013. FC Barcelona Lassa roster for 2023-24: Guards: Tomas Satoransky Nicolas Laprovittola Oriol Pauli Rokas Jokubaitis Forwards: Nikola Kalinic Alex Abrines Jabari Parker Oscar Da_Silva Joel Parra Centers: Jan Vesely Willy Hernangomez James Nnaji Coach: Roger Grimau |
| Romaro Gill (ex Sharks) agreed terms with Ourense - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He is a very experienced player. Gill has played also professionally in USA, NBA (Utah Jazz), NBA G League (SLC Stars and Raptors 905 Missisauga) and NBA Summer League (LA Lakers and LA Lakers). He won NJCAA D1 District XVI championship title in 2016 and 2017. Among many awards he received All-Big East Most Improved Player of the Year award and All-Big East Defensive Player of the Year award back in 2020. Gill graduated from Seton Hall University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball. He played also for Vincennes University for 2 years. Club Ourense Baloncesto roster for 2023-24: Guards: Alvaro Palazuelos Justin Turner Josep Cera Forwards: Karamo Jawara Samuel Rodriguez Unai Mendicote Center: Romaro Gill |
| Sow re-signs at Ciudad de Huelva Baloncesto - by Eurobasket News | |
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Ciudad de Huelva Baloncesto (LEB Silver) confirmed in their roster 29-year old Senegalese power forward Pape Sow (205cm-1993) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Sow is the second import player in the roster as Beninese Soulemane Chabi-Yo signed here earlier. He has played there for the last two seasons. He helped them to win the regular season. He has played previously for eight other teams: FC Barcelona Lassa 2nd team, Marbella, Guadalajara, UBU Tizona Burgos, Gandia, Avila, Azpeitia Juaristi Iraurgi Saski Baloia and Baloncesto Sevilla 2nd team. Ciudad de Huelva Baloncesto roster for 2023-24: Forwards: Federico Ristori Juan_Manuel Cebolla Soulemane Chabi-Yo Center: Pape Sow |
| Godella keeps Vila for another season - by Eurobasket News | |
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Basquet L'Horta Godella (LEB Silver) re-signed 22-year old 195cm forward Rafael Vila for season 2023-24. Vila played there last season. In 28 LEB Silver games he recorded 7.3ppg, 4.2rpg and 1.6apg. The previous (2021-22) season he played at Valencia (Liga Endesa). But in only one game he did not score anything. He has played previously for Valencia Basket 2nd team. Vila played in the final of Spanish LEB Plata Play-Off in 2022. |
| Rubio re-signs at LBC Cocinas - by Eurobasket News | ||||
Rubio is a very experienced player. |
| Clavijo signs Pau Trevino - by Eurobasket News | |
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CB Clavijo (LEB Gold) signed 21-year old forward Pau Trevino (202cm-2002) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Trevino has played for the last two years at Navarra in LEB Silver. However his team was relegated to EBA. In 32 games he had 10.3ppg, 7.7rpg, 2.1apg and 1.4spg last season. He helped them to make it to the Spanish LEB Plata Play-Off final. Trevino has played previously for Artes. CB Clavijo roster for 2023-24: Guards: Juan Coffi Alberto Cabrera Miguel De_Pablo Forwards: Pau Trevino Andre Norris |
| Melilla lands Guillem Vazquez - by Eurobasket News |
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Melilla Sport Capital Enrique Soler (LEB Silver) tabbed 20-year old 198cm small forward Guillem Vazquez for new season. Vazquez played most recently at CB Cornella. In 28 LEB Silver games he averaged 4.1ppg and 2.0rpg last season. He represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 in Udine (Italy) four years ago. Vazquez's team won Gold and his stats at that event were 7 games: 3.9ppg, 2.3rpg, 1.1spg. Vazquez has played previously for four other teams: Benicarlo, Catalunya, Joventut and Joventut Badalona 2nd team. His team was regular season runner-up in Spanish LEB Plata Group East in 2022. Melilla Sport Capital Enrique Soler roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jesus Castillo Ezequiel Herrera Forward: Guillem Vazquez Center: Serigne Ndiaye |
| Jahvaughn Powell agreed terms with Zamora - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He ended the previous (2021-22) season at Aquimisa Carbajosa Empresarial where in 12 LEB Silver games he averaged impressive 16.1ppg, 2.7rpg, 4.7apg and 1.5spg in that year. But the most of that year he spent at Oliveirense in Portuguese Liga Betclic. In 13 games he had 8.2ppg, 1.8rpg, 3.0apg and 1.8spg in that year. He has played previously for two other Spain teams: Alcobendas and Azpeitia Juaristi Iraurgi Saski Baloia. Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Silver Honorable Mention back in 2019. He graduated from Nicholls State in 2018 and it will be his sixth season in pro basketball. Powell played also for Tallahassee Community College for 2 years. Zamora Enamora roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jahvaughn Powell Josep Peris Forward: Jacob Round Centers: Jonas Paukste Souleymane Traore |
| Ortola re-signs at Benidorm - by Eurobasket News | |
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Servigroup Benidorm (EBA) confirmed in their roster 31-year old forward Joan Ortola (194cm-1992) for season 2023-24. Ortola has played there for the last two seasons. He has played previously for Calpe. |
| Cantabria tabs Jose Nogues - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He represented Spain at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Italy) eight years ago. Nogues' team won Silver and his stats at that event were 10 games: 6.1ppg, 3.4rpg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.4%, 3PT: 29.6%, FT: 50.0%. Nogues has played previously for four other teams: Joventut, Rio Breogan, Prat and Almansa. His team was regular season runner-up in Spanish LEB Plata Group West in 2022. Nogues' game is described as: A very promising PF who can spend time both front to the basket and inside. Has a large wingspan and he's expected to grew up again. Grupo Alega Cantabria Torrelavega roster for 2023-24: Guard: Urban Klavzar Forwards: Jose Nogues Vladyslav Voytso Derrick Walker Aitor Etxeguren Center: Niang Fallou |
| La Leonesa keeps Dominguez for another season - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season he played at Agustinos where in 28 EBA games he averaged impressive 16.2ppg, 5.5rpg and 2.3apg in that year. He is a very experienced player. |
| Quintanar lands Antonio Garcia - by Eurobasket News |
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Basket Globalcaja Quintanar (EBA) tabbed 24-year old 185cm point guard Antonio Garcia for new season. Garcia has played for the last two years at Socuellamos. In 8 EBA games he averaged 4.9ppg and 1.0spg last season. He has played previously for two other teams: Agustinos and Tobarra. His team was Runner-Up of EBA Group B-A Regular Season 2023. Basket Globalcaja Quintanar roster for 2023-24: Guards: Andres Andrade Urban Hrovat Antonio Garcia Jaime Tejerina Mihael Linde Forwards: Juan_Carlos Vilches Manuel Mije |
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| SCVU and Koi Carper exchange Finals wins - by Eurobasket News |
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SCVU and Koi Carper exchanged Finals wins in the first two games. Koi Carper won the opener 80-66. Archinio Prado top-scored for the winners with 16 points, whilst Bjorn Ewijck netted 19 in a loss. In game 2 SCVU overcame Koi Carper 75-65. Rivano Amelo (G) led the way with 13 points and Earvin Randamie notched 14 in defeat. |
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| Nyon inks Mario Gull - by Luca Maffioli | |
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BBC Nyon (SBL) agreed terms with 25-year old forward Mario Gull (195cm-1998) for upcoming 2023-24 season. Gull has played for the last six years at GC Zurich in the NLB. In 27 games he had 14.0ppg, 3.9rpg, 5.3apg (top 2) and 2.1spg last season. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. They also advanced to the league semifinals. 2022-23 was a great season as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Swiss NLB Domestic Player of the Year, named to All-Domestic Players Team and named to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss NLB Second Team. Gull represented Switzerland at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U16 Division B in Strumice (North Macedonia) nine years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 0pts. He has played also professionally for other Swiss teams like CBSZ Men's Basketball Academy U23 and : Bellarmine College Prep. Gull played in the final of Swiss NLB in 2022. BBC Nyon roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jeremy Jaunin Jordan Davis Jalen Brooks Forwards: Joel Wolfisberg Mario Gull Gerrale Gates Axel Ugurtas Coach: Stefan Ivanovic |
| Dequan Morris (ex Yambol) is a newcomer at Pully Lausanne Foxes - by Luca Maffioli | ||||
He graduated from University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff in 2022 and it will be his second season as a professional player. Morris played also for Coahoma Community College for 2 years. Pully Lausanne Foxes roster for 2023-24: Guards: Nelson Moke Asase Mawuli-Kplim Jamal George Jeff Ndaye Forwards: Joao Grosso Zeke Crawford Dequan Morris |
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| TBL Round 4 (Second Stage): SWU keep a leadership position - by Eurobasket News | ||
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Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. The game had a very big importance for second-ranked SWU as it allowed them to take a leadership position. SWU defeated 3rd ranked Pythons at home 75-62. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pythons. Strangely Pythons outrebounded SWU 51-33 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian swingman Sergii Pryimak (204-1996, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Ukrainian-Bulgarian guard Vladislav Ungurian (190-1995) contributed with 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American point guard Taishaun Johnson (183-1994, college: PVAMU) replied with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for Pythons. Pythons' coach S. Kao rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. SWU have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Devil Rays. Newly promoted Pythons keep the third place with two games lost. They share the position with Tigers. Pythons will play next round against strong Tigers trying to get back on the winning streak. SWU will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Devil Rays on the road. Top-ranked Devil Rays blasted bottom-ranked Wave (0-4) in 115-74 keeping the perfect record after 4 rounds. Wave is still unable to win any game. Worth to mention a great performance of British forward Joe Mvuezolo (197-1996, college: Montana St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and Jose Nouchanthavong who added 17 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. At the losing side British center Morakinyo Williams (209-1988, college: Citadel) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Devil Rays have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion (4-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with SWU. Newly promoted Wave still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with T-REX. Devil Rays will play against league's leader SWU in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Wave will play against T-REX (#5) in Nakhon Ratchasima and hopes to get finally their first victory. Bottom-ranked T-REX is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to fourth ranked Tigers (2-2) 94-47 on Sunday evening. The winners were led by Gabriel Yeumo who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 16 points and 9 rebounds by Tevis Robinson did not help to save the game for T-REX. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tigers moved-up to third place, which they share with Pythons. T-REX at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Wave. Tigers will meet Pythons (#4) in the next round. T-REX will play against Wave and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Wave - Devil Rays 74-115 Top-ranked Devil Rays blasted bottom-ranked Wave (0-4) in 115-74 keeping the perfect record after 4 rounds. Wave is still unable to win any game. Devil Rays forced 26 Wave turnovers and outrebounded them 56-43 including 19 on the offensive glass. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of British forward Joe Mvuezolo (197-1996, college: Montana St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 31 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Jose Nouchanthavong (187, college: S.Maine) who added 17 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Nouchanthavong is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Devil Rays players scored in double figures. At the losing side British center Morakinyo Williams (209-1988, college: Citadel) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and American center Raymond Miller (204-1988, college: CS Fullerton, agency: Interperformances) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Devil Rays have a solid four-game winning streak. Defending champion (4-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with SWU. Newly promoted Wave still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with T-REX. Devil Rays will play against league's leader SWU in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Wave will play against T-REX (#5) in Nakhon Ratchasima and hopes to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Wave: M.Williams 28+11reb+1ast, R.Miller 10+12reb+3ast, S.Nanthanan 9+1reb, E.Hernal 8+5reb+1ast, J.Martinez 6+1reb+3ast, C.Tostachai 5+2reb Devil Rays: J.Mvuezolo 31+15reb+4ast, T.Suphakit 23+1reb+1ast, J.Nouchanthavong 17+9reb+7ast, S.Toby 15+3reb+4ast, F.Tew 12+16reb+2ast, K.Panudet 6+2reb+3ast T-REX - Tigers 47-94 Bottom-ranked T-REX is still unable to win any game. This time they could not use their home court advantage losing their fourth consecutive match to fourth ranked Tigers (2-2) 94-47 on Sunday evening. Tigers dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to T-REX's 32. Tigers forced 21 T-REX turnovers and had a 37-19 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by T-REX's players. The winners were led by Cameroonian forward Gabriel Yeumo (200-1988) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 10 points, 17 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Takamin Sirijariyaporn (181-1997) supported him with 25 points. Five Tigers players scored in double figures. Even 16 points and 9 rebounds by American Tevis Robinson (198-1995, college: JWU, FL) did not help to save the game for T-REX. His fellow American import point guard Avery Scharer (185-1986, college: Shoreline CC) added 11 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals for lost side. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tigers moved-up to third place, which they share with Pythons. T-REX at the other side still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Wave. Tigers will meet Pythons (#4) in the next round. T-REX will play against Wave and looks forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: T-REX: T.Robinson 16+9reb, A.Scharer 11+7reb+6ast, S.Phattharaphon 7+1reb, R.Nattachanon 4+4reb, S.Intouch 3+3reb, D.Patchaya 2+5reb Tigers: S.Takamin 25+2reb+2ast, D.Wutthipong 11+5reb+2ast, S.Peerachet 11+2reb+4ast, Y.Gabriel 10+17reb+5ast, N.Thacharin 10+4reb+3ast, S.Tikhun 9+4reb+2ast SWU - Pythons 75-62 The game had a very big importance for second-ranked SWU as it allowed them to take a leadership position. SWU defeated 3rd ranked Pythons at home 75-62. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Pythons. Strangely Pythons outrebounded SWU 51-33 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Ukrainian swingman Sergii Pryimak (204-1996, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks (on 10-of-12 shooting from the field). Ukrainian-Bulgarian guard Vladislav Ungurian (190-1995) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American point guard Taishaun Johnson (183-1994, college: PVAMU) replied with 22 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Singapore point guard Zhong Han Wong (183-1997) added 12 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists in the effort for Pythons. Four Pythons players scored in double figures. Pythons' coach S. Kao rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. SWU have a solid four-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with Devil Rays. Newly promoted Pythons keep the third place with two games lost. They share the position with Tigers. Pythons will play next round against strong Tigers trying to get back on the winning streak. SWU will try to continue on its current victory against second ranked Devil Rays on the road. Top scorers: Pythons: T.Johnson 22+9reb+4ast, A.Theodore 14+12reb, Z.Han Wong 12+12reb+7ast, P.Chutsiriyingyong 11+4reb+2ast, W.Mahasamut 3+3reb, C.Ray 0 SWU: S.Pryimak 23+9reb, T.Panthawat 17+4reb+3ast, U.Vladislav 16+10reb+4ast, C.Kitbumroong 8+4reb+4ast, A.Mendoza 8+3reb+4ast, J.Srisuk 3+1reb+1ast |
| Johnson's double-double lands him (Second Stage) Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He got a double-double of 35 points and 11 assists, while his team crushed, Second Stage bottom-ranked team Wave (#6, 0-4) with 19-point margin 115-96. Thanks to this victory Pythons moved-up to the 4th position in Thailand league. Pythons is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. But it was their 2nd lost game this season out of 4 games. In the team's last game Johnson had a remarkable 52.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Pythons' top player in his first season with the team. Taishaun Johnson averages this season 28.3ppg, 9.3rpg and 7.5apg. Worth to mention Johnson played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped him get the job in pro basketball. Second best performed player last round was Morakinyo Williams (209-C-1988) of Wave. He is British center in his first season at Wave. In the last game Williams recorded impressive double-double of 41 points and 16 rebounds. Bad luck as Wave lost that game 96-115 to Pythons (2-2). The Second Stage is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Williams is a newcomer at Wave and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.1ppg (#4). He also registered 13.8 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to another Pythons' star - guard Zhong Han Wong (183-PG-1997). Wong showcased his all-around game by recording 29 points, six rebounds and ten assists (!!!) in the last round. He was another key player of Pythons, helping his team with a 115-96 easy win against Wave (#6, 0-4). Wong has a great season in Thailand. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 6.5apg (5th best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Sergii Pryimak (204-G/F-1996) of SWU - 13 points, 24 rebounds and 4 assists 5. James Martinez (170-PG-1987) of Wave - 25 points, 3 rebounds and 9 assists 6. Tevis Robinson (198-PF-1995) of T-REX - 33 points and 11 rebounds 7. Joe Mvuezolo (197-F-1996) of Devil Rays - 24 points, 11 rebounds and 2 assists 8. Hernal Esconio) of Wave - 20 points, 19 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Wutthipong Dasom) of Tigers - 24 points and 11 rebounds 10. Toby Sathitsumpan (182-SG-2001) of Devil Rays - 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul Koleji tabs Ed Croswell - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He graduated from Providence College in 2023 and it will be his first season in pro basketball. Croswell played also for La Salle University for 2 years. |
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| Joshua Djanogly agreed terms with ASA Ashkelon - by Eurobasket Center | |
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A.S.A. Ashkelon (Artzit) added to their roster 25-year old naturalized British 207cm power forward Joshua Djanogly (college: McGill) for season 2023-24. Djanogly played most recently at Hapoel Kfar Saba/K.Yair in the Artzit. He graduated from McGill University in 2020 and it will be his fourth season in pro basketball. |
| Xavier Pinson (ex Montreal) agreed terms with Leicester Riders - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He was voted to Chicago Sun-Times All-City Honorable Mention back in 2018. Pinson just graduated from New Mexico State University and it will be his first season in pro basketball. He played also for Louisiana State University for one year. Jelson Homes DMU Leicester Riders roster for 2023-24: Guards: Xavier Pinson Caleb Asberry Forwards: Maurice Walker Samuel Idowu Miryne Thomas Blake Bowman Victor Ndoukou Centers: Braelen Bridges Ben Woog |
| Porter re-signs at Rockets - by Eurobasket News | |
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Reading Rockets (NBL D1) confirmed in their roster Finleigh Porter for new 2023-24 season. Porter played there last season. In 28 NBL D1 games he had 8.2ppg and 4.6rpg. |
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| Troy Williams (ex Gladiadores) signs at Dynamo - by Eurobasket News | |||
He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2016. Williams is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in five different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with European, Asian and of course North American leagues. Williams has played previously professionally in Italy (Pesaro), Taiwan (Leopards), Turkey (Besiktas), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Houston Rockets, NY Knicks, Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies) and NBA G League (RGV Vipers, Iowa Wolves and Stockton Kings). Among many awards he won NBA G League Atlantic Division championship title in 2018. He was voted to Asia-basket.com All-Taiwanese T1 League Honorable Mention in 2022. Williams graduated from Indiana University in 2016 and it will be his eighth season in pro basketball. |
| France outscore Venezuela in Orleans - by Eurobasket News |
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France - Venezuela 86:67 France outscored Venezuela in Orleans, 86-67. The hosts took an early 20-11 lead and had a 12-point halftime advantage. Moreover, France dominated the third quarter and posted a 23-15 rally. Venezuela meanwhile managed to reply with a 21-20 run in the last stanza for the final result. Guerschon Yabusele (204-PF-1995) top-scored for the winners with 14 points, whilst Evan Fournier (198-G/F-1992) and Rudy Gobert (216-C-1992) poured in 13 each. Jhornan Zamora (196-G/F-1989) replied with 16 points in the losing effort and Michael Carrera (196-F-1993, college: S.Carolina) delivered 15. |
| VIETNAM |
| Barkley number one in Vietnam VBA for round 20 (by Hoops Agents) - by Eurobasket News | |||||
The 27-year old player had a double-double of 27 points and 12 rebounds, while his team outclassed Catfish (#6, 3-9) with 41-point margin 111-70. It allowed Saigon Heat to take over top position in the Vietnamese VBA. Saigon Heat has a very good season and are considered to have a run for the championship title. They improved their record to 10-1. In the team's last game Barkley had a remarkable 57.9% from 2-point range. He turned to be Saigon Heat's top player in his first season with the team. Former East Carolina University star has very solid stats this year. Barkley is league's best scorer averaging so far 28.7ppg and leads league in rebounds with 17.7rpg. Barkley is in league's top in assists (3rd best: 7.0apg) and averages impressive 63.1% FGP. The second best player in last round's games was young American Dominique Tham (195-C-1996) of Dolphins. Tham had a very good evening with a double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds. Bad luck as Dolphins was edged by slightly higher-ranked Warriors (#3, 8-5) 86-83. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the title. Dolphins still maintains its place in the top 4 of the standings, even despite this loss. His team's 7-6 record is not bad at all. Tham is well-known at Dolphins and is a proven leader in his second season with the team. Third on the list of top players last round was another Dolphins' star - American forward Robert Sampson (203-F-1992). Sampson showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, eight rebounds and five assists in the last round. Despite Sampson's great performance Dolphins lost 83-86 to #3 ranked Warriors. But his team cannot count on just these two top stars as they also need help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Dolphins needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 7 victories and 6 lost games. Sampson has a great season in Vietnam. After 13 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.8ppg (8th best) and rebounds with 15.5rpg (5th best). He also has 2.2spg, 2.0bpg and FGP: 65.3%. Sampson attended one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Other top performing players last week: 4. Sameen Swint (193-G-1995) of Warriors - 31 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists 5. Madarious Gibbs (185-G-1993) of Dolphins - 23 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists 6. Hassan Thomas (203-F-1996) of Saigon Heat - 28 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists 7. John Fields (205-F/C-1988) of Warriors - 19 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists 8. Joshua Keyes (201-F-1995) of Catfish - 17 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Phu Vinh Nguyen (203-F/C-1998) of Saigon Heat - 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Tu Hoang (170-G-2001) of Saigon Heat - 14 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| VTB UNITED LEAGUE |
| Runa Basket adds Hill to their roster - by Eurobasket News | ||||
He played this summer at Rise and Grind (The Basketball Tournament) in the U.S. The most of last season he spent at Basquet Girona in Spanish Liga Endesa where in 20 games he recorded 6.2ppg, 1.9rpg and 1.9apg. He helped them to make it to the Supercup semifinals. He also played for Real Betis in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 12 games he averaged 9.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 2.4apg and 1.3spg. Hill was called to Cameroonian Senior National Team this year. He is quite experienced player. His career allowed him to visit three different continents, while he played in six different countries. Hill tasted the life as pro basketball player in Europe, Asia and of course North America. He has played previously professionally in France (Gravelines Dunkerque), Kazakhstan (Astana), ABA (Jacksonville Giants), Russia (Parma-Pari), NBA G League (Osceola Magic) and NBA Summer League (Orlando Magic). Hill was voted All-GSC Player of the Year back in 2017. He is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Hill graduated from Valdosta State in 2017 and it will be his seventh season as a professional player. He played also for Savannah State University for one year. |
| WORLD CUP |
| Groups set for FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 European Pre-Qualifiers First Round - by Eurobasket News |
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Teams participating in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers First Round now know their opponents after Tuesday's draw in Munich, Germany. The 10 nations were split into three groups - one consisting of four teams and the other two both with three teams. The groups for the First Round are as follows: Group A: Switzerland; Kosovo; Ireland; Azerbaijan Group B: Romania; Luxembourg; Norway Group C: Austria; Armenia; Albania Teams were seeded for the draw based on the FIBA World Ranking Men, presented by Nike, while Armenia and Azerbaijan could not be drawn into the same group, as per the decision of the Board of FIBA Europe. The three group winners alongside the best-ranked second placed team will advance to the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Pre-Qualifiers Second Round - which is scheduled to be played in the summer of 2025. The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Pre-Qualifiers First Round will be played across three windows on February 19-27, 2024, November 18-26, 2024 and February 17-25, 2025 with two gamedays in every window. Courtesy of: fiba.basketball |
| Division B. Austria roll over Georgia - by Eurobasket News |
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Georgia failed to reward itself in their final game of the tournament. In a battle with two teams going for their first win of the tournament it was Austria who prevailed. The win came as Austria seemed to have a better plan throughout the match. Keso Barbakadze (185-C-2003) split her first freethrows of the day for the Georgian lead, and after Lenny Jacimovic scored the first points of the game for Austria it was Salome Svani who hit a triple for 4-2. A Natali Chutkershvili even made it 11-2 for the Georgians who seemed to be amazed by their own solid game in the opening phase. Georgia even reached a double digit lead as Nona Tsomaia hit both of her freethrows after a Rodhammer unsportsmanlike foul for 14-4. Austria answered to 14-7 but Georgia scored the final five points of the quarter to take a commanding 19-7 lead. Or so it seemed. Because after the break Austria went on a 12-0 run to tie the game on two Erin Foxhall (175-F-2003) freethrows. Georgia managed to recover from that blow and took another lead: 28-23 on a Tamar Papuashvili (180-PF-2003) jumper. But Austria had smelled blood and Georgia seemed to be lucky to head into the lockerrooms leading 28-26. Promising guard Franca Rodhammer (173-G-2004) scored 37-37 deep into the third stanza to draw teams level again and after the Georgia timeout it was Ekaterine Tsivtsivadze (2004) who drove to the hoop for 39-37. Tamar Papuashvili even extended the lead to four points but Georgia clearly played under stress. Was it the option of winning the game? It appeared to be so. Again Rodhammer was the shooter for the first lead of the Austrians: 41-43 on a nice corner three. Lilian Schwarzenecker (175-G-2004) copied that act for 41-46 and suddenly they seemed in total control of the game. In the final stanza Austria took an eight point lead, only to have Georgia counter to 46-49 with a little less than seven minutes to go. Barbakadze even hit a jumper for 48-49 after a smart Ekaterine Tsivtsivadze assist. Tsivtsivadze even Brough the lead back to Georgia at the halfway mark but Foxhall freethrows brought the lead back to Georgia at 1.23 from the end. This time it was for good as Georgia seemed to struggle to find the strong scorers, and took a little bit long to commit the fouls as they tried to turn things around in despair by stopping the clock. Leading scorers: Austria: Erin Foxhall 23 points 9 rebounds; Lilian Schwarzenecker 11 points; Georgia: Tamar Papuashvili 19 points 5 rebounds. Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| BELGIUM |
| B.Willebroek lands Jienke De Leyn - by Peter Buyse | |||
De Leyn's team won German DBBL Regular Season in 2022. The previous (2020-21) season she played at BC Alte Kanti Aarau in Swiss SBL where in 13 games she had 14.8ppg, 2.7rpg, 4.2apg (top 5) and 1.5spg in that year. She helped them to make it to the Swiss Cup Semifinals. De Leyn represented Belgium at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Sopron (Hungary) five years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 3.3ppg, 1.9apg. She has played previously for three other Belgium teams: Namur, Kangoeroes and Pepinster. De Leyn's team won German DBBL Regular Season in 2022. Basket Willebroek roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jienke De_Leyn Maite Lanckman Forward: Helene Verstricht Center: Lise Willems |
| Marit Vloeberghs signs B.Willebroek - by Peter Buyse | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Phantoms Boom (also in Top Division Women) where in 16 games she averaged just 2.8ppg in that year. She represented Belgium at the FIBA U20 Women's European Championship in Debrecen (Hungary) last year. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 0pts. Vloeberghs has played previously for Kangoeroes. Basket Willebroek roster for 2023-24: Guards: Jienke De_Leyn Marit Vloeberghs Maite Lanckman Forward: Helene Verstricht Center: Lise Willems |
| BRAZIL |
| Stats Leaders - Women |
| BULGARIA |
| Division B. Bulgaria outscore Ukraine to finish 13th - by Eurobasket News |
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Bulgaria managed to take down Ukraine 70-64 in the final match of both teams. The Bulgarians came with hope of bouncing back to division A but had a terrible start of the tournament and ended up on 13th place. They really opened the game pretty well this time. Within. A little more than two minutes Bulgaria was leading 2-9 and Ukraine had little to say about that. Viktoriya Ivanova (170-G-2004) even stole the ball for an open layup leading to 4-14. After more than five minutes Ukraine suddenly started to be able to put up some resistance. Vera Hrymaliuk hit a triple for 11-15 but the Bulgarians pulled away again to 11-21 at the end of the quarter. Bulgaria extend tot 11-24 before Ukraine again managed to find a solution for the high energy Bulgarian defense. But Bulgaria did keep on getting buckets, Ranya Aburaya set up Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-2003) for 19-31and two freethrows for Viktorya Ivanova meant 21-35 not much later. Georgieva even hit a triple for 21-38 and the Bulgarians appeared to be cruising to an easy win. Their 26-42 must have felt comfortable but everybody in Islanita felt that a run by Ukraine was not far away. In the meantime Joana Valtcheva drove inside and made a spectacular assist on a Ranya Aburaya jumper but Vera Hrymaliiuk answered with a high arced triple for 37-53. Iliyana Georgieva brought the margin back to 21 (39-60) and as the Bulgarians were leading at the beginning of the fourth quarter 43-61 it appeared as if the game was over and done. Well, that was not entirely the case. Ukraine stepped up their defense once more, made a 7-2 run to start the quarter and eyed bringing the lead back to single digits. Another Hrymaliuk triple for 54-65 was the announcement for a final siege of the Ukrainians. Tkachenko brought the gap under ten at 56-65 with three minutes on the clock. Hrymaliuk once again hit a fantastic arced contested three for 62-70 but as Ukraine had to stop the clock to be able to get possession it was too late. Yvheniia Putra (191-C-2004) did hit a short jumper for 64-70 but the clock was already in the final seconds of the game. Leading scorers: Ukraine: Yvheniia Putra 19 points 13 rebounds; Vera Hrymaliuk 19 points 4 rebounds 3 assists; Tetiana Tkachenko (187-C-2004) 11 points 6 rebounds 5 assists; Bulgaria: Ivana Boneva (175-G/F-2005) 19 points; Viktoriya Ivanova 17; Iliyana Georgieva 16 points 5 rebounds; Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS U20 |
| Division B. Slovenia capture the trophy in Craiova - by Eurobasket News |
FINALGermany - Slovenia 47-57Slovenia conquered Division B title. They prevailed against Germany in the Final. Slovenia trailed by 4 points after ten minutes of action. But Slovenia sank 22 points in the second frame to gain a 3-point halftime lead. Germany used a 17-9 run in the third term to regain the lead. But Slovenia went on a massive 17-2 rally in the fourth period to secure the trophy. Hana Sambolic (176-PG-2004) and Anja Dragar (180-PG-2003) delivered 15 points each for Slovenia. Franka Wittenberg (175-G-2003) answered with 14 points for Germany. 3-4 PlaceHolland - Switzerland 68-51Netherlands clinched Division A promotion as they overcame Switzerland in the consolation final. The Dutch team secured a 26-19 halftime lead. They dropped 42 points in the second half to march to the victory. Iris Vennema tossed in 15 points in the win. Lotte Van Kruistum (183-SF-2003) had 13 points and 17 rebounds for the Dutch side. Viktoria Ranisavljevic (164-G-2005) answered with 16 points for Switzerland. 5-6 PlaceRomania - Iceland 69-59Romania earned the fifth place in Craiova as they held off Iceland. The hosts registered a 30-25 halftime lead. They drained 25 points in the fourth period to race to the win. Ana Ivan (174-G/F-2004) and Anisia Croitoru (187-C-2003) tossed in 14 points each for the winners. Elisabeth Aegisdottir (187-F/C-2003) replied with 16 points and 13 rebounds for Iceland. 7-8 PlaceNorway - Ireland 83-77Norway outscored Ireland to earn the seventh overall position in Romania. The Irish grabbed a 37-33 halftime lead. But Norway responded with a 50-point effort in the second half to seal the win. Aurora Sorbye (168-G-2005) finished with 17 points, while Fatima Mohammad and Karyn Sanford (183-G-2003) had 15 points each for Norway. Hazel Finn (177-PG-2003) answered with 23 points and 9 rebounds for Ireland. 9-10 PlaceGreece - Croatia 77-81Croatia
outgunned Greece to finish 9th in Craiova. Greece stayed in charge
throughout the first half. They established a 44-41 halftime advantage.
But Croatia answered with a 40-33 run in the second half to snatch the
win. Elena Pericic (186-F-2003) tossed in 17 points, while Nika Rodek (177-G-2004) and Hana Muhl (173-G-2003)
posted 14 points each for Croatia. Eleni Bosgana (193-F-2003) answered with 29 points
for Greece. 11-12 PlaceUnited Kingdom - Slovakia 59-68Slovakia earned the 11th position in Craiova as they outgunned Great Britain. Slovakia recorded a 37-26 halftime lead. Great Britain narrowed the gap in the second half but could not avoid the loss. Alexandra Erdelyiova (179-SF-2004) notched 19 points for Slovakia. Ebere Egbirika (168-G-2004) answered with 16 points for Great Britain. 13-14 PlaceUkraine - Bulgaria 64-70Bulgaria wrapped up their campaign on a winning note as they rallied past Ukraine. Bulgaria recorded a 42-26 halftime lead. Ukraine went on a 21-9 run in the fourth period but could not avert the loss. Ivana Boneva (175-G/F-2005) tossed in 19 points for Bulgaria. Yvheniia Putra (191-C-2004) and Vira Hrumaliuk (185-F-2004) banked in 19 points each for Ukraine. 15-16 PlaceGeorgia - Austria 55-61Austria claimed the 15th position at the tournament as they outlasted Georgia in their last game in Romania. Erin Foxhall (175-F-2003) stepped up with 23 points and 9 rebounds to pace the winners. Lilian Schwarzenecker (175-G-2004) added 11 points for Austria. Tamar Papuashvili (180-PF-2003) answered with 19 points for Georgia. |
| GEORGIA |
| Division B. Austria roll over Georgia - by Eurobasket News |
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Georgia failed to reward itself in their final game of the tournament. In a battle with two teams going for their first win of the tournament it was Austria who prevailed. The win came as Austria seemed to have a better plan throughout the match. Keso Barbakadze (185-C-2003) split her first freethrows of the day for the Georgian lead, and after Lenny Jacimovic scored the first points of the game for Austria it was Salome Svani who hit a triple for 4-2. A Natali Chutkershvili even made it 11-2 for the Georgians who seemed to be amazed by their own solid game in the opening phase. Georgia even reached a double digit lead as Nona Tsomaia hit both of her freethrows after a Rodhammer unsportsmanlike foul for 14-4. Austria answered to 14-7 but Georgia scored the final five points of the quarter to take a commanding 19-7 lead. Or so it seemed. Because after the break Austria went on a 12-0 run to tie the game on two Erin Foxhall (175-F-2003) freethrows. Georgia managed to recover from that blow and took another lead: 28-23 on a Tamar Papuashvili (180-PF-2003) jumper. But Austria had smelled blood and Georgia seemed to be lucky to head into the lockerrooms leading 28-26. Promising guard Franca Rodhammer (173-G-2004) scored 37-37 deep into the third stanza to draw teams level again and after the Georgia timeout it was Ekaterine Tsivtsivadze (2004) who drove to the hoop for 39-37. Tamar Papuashvili even extended the lead to four points but Georgia clearly played under stress. Was it the option of winning the game? It appeared to be so. Again Rodhammer was the shooter for the first lead of the Austrians: 41-43 on a nice corner three. Lilian Schwarzenecker (175-G-2004) copied that act for 41-46 and suddenly they seemed in total control of the game. In the final stanza Austria took an eight point lead, only to have Georgia counter to 46-49 with a little less than seven minutes to go. Barbakadze even hit a jumper for 48-49 after a smart Ekaterine Tsivtsivadze assist. Tsivtsivadze even Brough the lead back to Georgia at the halfway mark but Foxhall freethrows brought the lead back to Georgia at 1.23 from the end. This time it was for good as Georgia seemed to struggle to find the strong scorers, and took a little bit long to commit the fouls as they tried to turn things around in despair by stopping the clock. Leading scorers: Austria: Erin Foxhall 23 points 9 rebounds; Lilian Schwarzenecker 11 points; Georgia: Tamar Papuashvili 19 points 5 rebounds. Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| GERMANY |
| Division B. Slovenia hold off Germany to capture title in Craiova - by Eurobasket News |
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Slovenia has won the title in Divison B for U20 women. In Craiova the team that many considered to be the best team in the tournament defeated Germany 54-61 Finals hardly provide the best level of sports in any sport. That was the case in Craiova as well where temperatures all tournament long had been way above 35 degrees. After some serious thunder and lightning in the night before finals Sunday temperatures were a little bit better suited for sport, but teams appeared tired on the final day. Germany took the upper hand early on, finding Franka Wittenberg (175-G-2003) and Frieda Buhner but the Slovenians managed to stop the early run. After leading 13-7 the Slovenian team found the rhythm they were lacking up till then. After 13-9 at the end of the fourth Slovenia found the right tone of rock 'n roll. The 14-10 after both exchanged a freebee rapidly changed as Blaza Ceh hit a three, set up by Hana Sambolic (176-PG-2004). Frieda Buhner hit a layup for 16-13 but the tables were turning and Sara Sambolic drew teams level at 17-17. Buehner tried to bring the lead back to her team, but soon Slovenia took over. Anja Dragar (180-PG-2003) hit the 19-21 four minutes and some seconds before the break but Franka Wittenberg, in line with her strong performance this whole tournament drive for 21-21.. Hana Ivanusa replied on the other side of the court and Dragar again brought a four point gap in the books. Brochlitz buried a triple (not her first this tournament) but Nina Stavrov (178-SG-2004) decided the half time score at 28-31 for Slovenia. After the break Wittenberg hit a jumper for 30-31 and a little bit more than three minutes into the third quarter Leoni Kreyengeld buried a triple from the top to draw even: 34-34. Germany managed to retake the lead after Okpara hit a layup and another Buhner putback took care of 38-34. After Slovenia came to 38-38 it was Wittenberg again with a triple for 41-38 and Germany even took a 45-40 lead going into the final period of the game. Within the minute after the start of the final chapter (barred possible overtime) Brecelj was found by Anja Dragar , who herself converted on a Hana Sambolic pass for 45-44. The magnificent Sambolic hit a layup for a new Slovenian lead and converted the bonus as well. Both teams did not give each other an inch in the tight final but Hana Sambolic found Ivanusa for a layup that made the gap six with less than 150 seconds to play. As Hana Ivanusa scored 47-55 one minute later it proved the nail on the coffin because Germany was not able to strangle their opponents on defense anymore as they had been all tournament in stretches of the game. Slovenia took the title 47-57. Leading scorers: Germany: Franka Wittenberg 14; Frieda Buehner (184-F/C-2004, college: Florida) 9 points 12 rebounds; Slovenia: Hana Sambolic 15 points 5 rebounds 4 assists; Anja Dragar 15 points 7 rebounds 3 blocks. Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| GWBA |
| Wisconsin Glo claim 2023 title - by Eurobasket News |
| Wisconsin Glo clinched the 2023 GWBA title. They overcame Flint Monarchs 104-97 in the championship game on Sunday. Flint Monarchs led throughout the bigger part of the game. They established a 42-37 halftime lead. But Glo managed to narrow the deficit in the dying minutes forcing overtime eventually. Wisconsin Glo then sank 16 points in the extra period and got away with a tough victory at the end. |
| HOLLAND |
| Division B. Netherlands dominate Switzerland to clinch promotion - by Eurobasket News |
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The Netherlands have claimed bronze in Craiova. They narrowly edged out Switzerland to claim te lowest podium spot. The Swiss opened better, but Holland found leading scorer Lotte Van Kruistum (183-SF-2003) for its first points. Switzerland managed to get away by four, but Quinta Van Schijndel hit a triple and it was a one point game again: 9-10. Van Kruistum again took care of the first lead of the Dutch. Van Schijndel followed with her second triple of the game and suddenly the Orange Lions had a four point margin.Iris Vennema (186-SG-2004) split her freethrows before Lotte Van Kruistum split hers with 1.6 on the clock. 16-10. After Jasmijn Olsem made the 20-13 both teams stayed scoreless for almost three minutes. As hard as both teams were working, the two teams kept going stone cold, Switzerland tried to get closer, but a nifty Hennie Van Schaik (190-F-2003) pass to fellow center Frode Van der Schans had the score for the quart going to 10-9 for the Dutch, which lead to 26-19 at halftime. Iris Vennema opened the second quarter for The Netherlands hitting a nice fallaway jumper to get the teams going.Ranisavljevic answered for the Swiss and slowly the Lions pulled away. Jaleesa Molina (186-PF-2004, college: Temple) hit a fast break after she stole the ball from Ranisavljevic and converted for 33-21. Indira Vilolo hit a circus shot coming out of the time out and that proved the start of a 2-9 run for the Swiss. Time out now for the Dutch and Hennie Van Schaik finished the first offense following that break. As it appeared the Swiss managed to contain the gap at seven, but Marell Glaubitz buried a buzzerbeating triple as time ran out: 44-34 Switzerland opened the final stanza, but sent Iris Vennema to the line on the following play. Points were expensive in this bronze medal game. An Iris Vennema three just before halfway trough the quarter brought the gap back to double digits. Lin Schwarz dropped a baseline jumper and again Vennema took it to the rim for 51-40 Jaleesa Molina followed up after Sophie Locatelli had driven for 51-42 and Switzerland took its second time out with 4.04 on the clock. After the timeout the Dutch went on a 6-0 run within a minute, capped by a Frode Van der Schans turnaround jumper after a sensational Jaleesa Molina assist. Molina again converted on the fast break for 59-44 with 2.18 to go that iced the game. Marell Glaubitz put the nail on the coffin with back to back jumpers that meant 64-45 As soon as the Dutch knew it was in the pocket they allowed to Swiss to close the gap a little but the 68-51 was more than enough for the Orange Lions. Leading scorers: Netherlands: Lotte Van Kruistum 13 points 17 rebounds; Iris Vennema 15 points; Jaleesa Molina 12 points; Switzerland: Viktoria Ranisavljevic (164-G-2005) 16; Stephanie Martinez (172-G-2004) 12; Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| HUNGARY |
| Roma signs Dalma Czukor, ex Sopron - by Eurobasket News | |||
Czukor represented Hungary at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: Score-1 (16.1ppg), 6.0rpg, 2.0apg, Steals-1 (3.7spg), FGP: 51.7%, 3PT: 38.5%, FT: 75.0%. She has played also professionally in Sportdarazs. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Hungarian League Honorable Mention in 2022. |
| IRAN |
| Philippines defeat Iran in 2023 William Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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The Philippines' women's team bounced back in the 2023 William Jones Cup for Women with a tight 64-60 victory over Iran on Sunday. Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999) and Kacey Quinn dela Rosa each scored 12 points for the Philippines, while Negin Khameneh collected 18 points for the Iranian team. Iran, who had lost to South Korea 87-44 in their opening match, will play Chinese Taipei-A on Monday. Iran have participated at the William Jones Cup as part of preparation for the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B, where Team Melli are drawn in Pool A along with Malaysia, Mongolia and Indonesia. Pool B consists of Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Jordan and Thailand.
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| Iran fall short against Chinese Taipei-A at 2023 William Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
| Iran's women's basketball team lost to Chinese Taipei-A 77-58 in the 2023 William Jones Cup for Women on Monday. Iran, who had lost to South Korea 87-44 and the Philippines 64-60 in their first two matches, will play Chinese Taipei-B on Tuesday. Iran have participated at the William Jones Cup as part of preparation for the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B, where Team Melli are drawn in Pool A along with Malaysia, Mongolia and Indonesia. Pool B consists of Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Jordan and Thailand. Courtesy of: tehrantimes.com |
| IRAQ |
| Results of Round 3 of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 3 of of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 that took place on 3-8 2023 Sanhareeb x Darbandakhan67-48 Sabis x Akkad77-68 Houda Hamrouni of Sabis scored 44 points She added also 32 rebounds 5 assists and made 7 block shots for the team Ghaz Al-Shamal x Aphrodite67-46 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Results of Round 1 of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 1 of of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 that took place on 1-8 2023 Sanhareeb x Ghaz Al-Shamal53-61 Aphrodite x Sabis80-83 Akkad x Darbandakhan73-71 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Ghaz Al-Shamal clinches Women's Iraqi Basketball League 2023-2024 title - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 5 of of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 that took place on 5- 8 2023 Sabis x Darbandakhan71-51 Sanhareeb x Aphrodite79-55 Ghaz Al-Shamal x Akkad56-54 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Results of Round 4 of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 4 of of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 that took place on 4- 8 2023 Sabis x Ghaz Al-Shamal52-80 Aphrodite x Darbandakhan64-47 Akkad x Sanhareeb58-57 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| ITALY |
| Roma signs Dalma Czukor, ex Sopron - by Eurobasket News | |||
Czukor represented Hungary at the European Championships (FIBA EuroBasket) U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: Score-1 (16.1ppg), 6.0rpg, 2.0apg, Steals-1 (3.7spg), FGP: 51.7%, 3PT: 38.5%, FT: 75.0%. She has played also professionally in Sportdarazs. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Hungarian League Honorable Mention in 2022. |
| Sophia Ugiagbe signs at Roseto - by Eurobasket News |
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Aran Cucine Panthers Roseto (Serie A2) landed 19-year old 195cm center Sophia Ugiagbe for new season. Ugiagbe has played for the last two years at the junior team of Delser LBS Udine. But in four Serie A2 games she did not score anything and had only 1 rebound. Aran Cucine Panthers Roseto roster for 2023-24: Guards: Giulia Sorrentino Giulia Cecili Forward: Liliana Miccio Centers: Sofia Aispurua Alexandrine Fegue Sophia Ugiagbe |
| Karolina Pobozy is a newcomer at Treviso - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Polskieprzetwory Bydgoszcz in Polish EBLK where in 23 games she averaged 3.3ppg and 2.8rpg in that year. She also played 8 games in Eurocup where she had 5.8ppg and 3.6rpg in that year. Pobozy was also a member of Polish international program for some years. She played for Polish Senior National Team between 2016 and 2021 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2016. Pobozy represented Poland at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) six years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 14.0ppg, 4.7rpg, 1.3apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 44.1%, FT: 85.7%. She has played previously for six other Polish teams: Lublin, Polkowice, MKK Siedlce, Wolomin, Lomianki and KK AZS Uniwersytet Warszawski. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team was regular season runner-up in Polish BLK in 2020. Pobozy was selected to Eurobasket.com All-World University Games Honorable Mention back in 2017. Nuova Pall. Treviso roster for 2023-24: Guards: Veronica Perini Anna Gini Sofia Moretti Forward: Karolina Pobozy Center: Eva Da_Pozzo |
| Leia Dongue (ex Bretagne) is a newcomer at Roma - by Eurobasket News | |||
She played most recently at Bretagne in French LFB league, but left the team in Apr.'23. In 20 games she recorded very impressive stats: 16.0ppg, 6.6rpg and 1.2apg last season. The previous (2021-22) season she played at Araski in Spanish LF Endesa where in 30 games she averaged 14.4ppg, 6.4rpg and 2.1apg in that year. A very spectacular season in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF Endesa Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. She also represented Mozambique at the World Championships for Women in Turkey nine years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 15.0ppg, 11.7rpg, FGP: 35.6%, 3PT: 50.0%, FT: 63.6%. She is quite experienced player. Dongue has played also professionally in France (Nantes), Angola (1 De Agosto and Primero), Hungary (Cegledi), Spain (Girona, Gernika, Logrono and Al-Qazeres) and Mozambique (Desportivo Maputo). Oxygen Roma Basket roster for 2023-24: Guards: Dalma Czukor Giulia Bongiorno Forward: Sofia Dell'Olio Center: Leia Dongue |
| Bologna keeps Pasa for another season - by Eurobasket News | ||||
She has played previously for two other teams: San Martino and San Martino. |
| LEBANON |
| Results of Round 4 of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 - by Abdul Hamid Addasi |
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Following are the results of Round 4 of of Iraqi Women's League 2023-2024 that took place on 4- 8 2023 Sabis x Ghaz Al-Shamal52-80 Aphrodite x Darbandakhan64-47 Akkad x Sanhareeb58-57 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| MOZAMBIQUE |
| Leia Dongue (ex Bretagne) is a newcomer at Roma - by Eurobasket News | |||
She played most recently at Bretagne in French LFB league, but left the team in Apr.'23. In 20 games she recorded very impressive stats: 16.0ppg, 6.6rpg and 1.2apg last season. The previous (2021-22) season she played at Araski in Spanish LF Endesa where in 30 games she averaged 14.4ppg, 6.4rpg and 2.1apg in that year. A very spectacular season in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF Endesa Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. She also represented Mozambique at the World Championships for Women in Turkey nine years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 15.0ppg, 11.7rpg, FGP: 35.6%, 3PT: 50.0%, FT: 63.6%. She is quite experienced player. Dongue has played also professionally in France (Nantes), Angola (1 De Agosto and Primero), Hungary (Cegledi), Spain (Girona, Gernika, Logrono and Al-Qazeres) and Mozambique (Desportivo Maputo). Oxygen Roma Basket roster for 2023-24: Guards: Dalma Czukor Giulia Bongiorno Forward: Sofia Dell'Olio Center: Leia Dongue |
| NCAA1 |
| USC Upstate names Horstman as new Women's Basketball Assistant Coach - by Eurobasket News |
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As USC Upstate women's basketball continues with its summer training, head coach Jason Williams and his staff are excited to announce Haley Horstman as the newest member of the coaching staff. Horstman joins the women's basketball staff as an assistant coach following her time at the University of Findlay. Coach Williams expressed his excitement in hiring Horstman saying, 'Haley is a tremendous addition to our staff. She is a rising star and someone who is a hard worker. We hit a home run with this addition to our staff; she has a great pulse for recruiting the mid-west and will help us on the court as well. Most importantly she is a person of great character who our kids can emulate.' Horstman comes to USC Upstate after serving as the Assistant Coach at the University of Findlay for the past year. While coaching for the Oilers, Horstman not only helped with on court success, but played a vital role in recruiting, academic achievement, team development, and community service involvement. During the 2023 season, Horstman helped four Oilers get named to the CSC Academic All-District Team. Horstman was responsible for opponent scouting, film breakdowns, and defensive strategies. Prior to her time at the University of Findlay, Horstman occupied the role of Interim Head Coach for Tiffin University's women's basketball program after she was joined the staff as an assistant coach in June of 2021. During her interim position at Tiffin, Horstman helped sign five incoming freshmen while managing the program's resources and budget, post season workouts, managing scholarships, and conducting volunteer and fundraising activities. Horstman started her coaching career at Bluffton University as a graduate assistant following the completion of her Master's degree in higher business administration. During her collegiate career, Horstman was a four-year starter at the University of Findlay and served as a captain during her junior and senior seasons. Her senior year, Horstman hit the 1,000 point mark. In addition to her on court success, Horstman racked up accolades such as being a three-time Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Academic Excellence Award winner, being named a Great Midwest Athletic Conference Team Award winner (2018) and making it onto the Dean's List every semester from 2014-2021, finishing with a 3.60 GPA 'I am extremely grateful to be at USC Upstate and have the opportunity to work for Coach Williams and his staff. He is building something special here, and I am excited to be a part of that. I look forward to working with our student-athletes and getting involved in the USC Upstate community', said Horstman. Courtesy of: upstatespartans.com |
| Taney named Assistant Women's Basketball Coach at Sacred Heart - by Eurobasket News |
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Marc Taney has been named as an assistant women's basketball coach Sacred Heart University. He most recently served as the Interim Director of Athletics and Director of Student Involvement and Commuter Engagement at Emmanuel College in Boston. In the coaching ranks, Marc Taney most recently was the Women's Basketball Head Coach and Director of Basketball Operations at Newbury College for three years. In addition to overseeing both the Nighthawks' women's and men's basketball operation efforts, he recruited for the women's team, and coached both the 2017-18 NECC Player and Rookie of the Year. In recognition of his outstanding season, Marc Taney was named the 2017-18 NECC Coach of the Year. Marc Taney also made assistant coaching stops at Springfield College and Keene State College. Outside the collegiate ranks, Marc Taney is the co-founder and director of the Nike/US Sports Camp, THE Basketball Camp of Connecticut for girls, hosted annually at the Ethel Walker School in Simsbury, Conn. Marc Taney completed a master's in Sport Management from Springfield College in 2016. He earned a bachelor's degree in Psychology from nearby Western Connecticut State University in 2014. Courtesy of: sacredheartpioneers.com |
| Brown inks 4-year extension at Queens University of Charlotte - by Eurobasket News |
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Queens University of Charlotte Head Women's Basketball Coach Jennifer Brown has signed a four-year extension, director of athletics Cherie Swarthout announced. The extension keeps Brown at the helm of the Royals program through the 2027 season. 'Jen has done a remarkable job recruiting a culture that is consistent with our university,' said Swarthout. 'I see the compassion she has towards her athletes and their development on the court, in the classroom, and their matriculation into the working world. I marvel at her passion for life, her family, and the game. Her players notice, our fans notice, and I notice. Congratulations Coach Brown!' Since coming to the Queen City in 2020, Brown has made an immediate impact on recruiting and development. The Brooklyn, New York native has developed four all-conference performers, including Kristian Eanes, Amari Davis, Kalaya Hall, and Jordyn Weaver. In 2021-22, Hall poured in the fifth most points in a single season with 497 and set a single-season record with 19.9 points per game. The Beulaville native sits second all-time in scoring average and eighth all-time in three-point field goals made. In addition to Hall, Brown developed Kiana Barkhoff who pulled down 7.8 rebounds per game last season which was fifth all-time. Under Brown's direction, five different Royals have averaged double-digit scoring, including Adia Brisker, Kasey Kidwell, Kalaya Hall, Kristy Hamze, and Kristian Eanes. 'It is reassuring to know that the administration has faith in me and my ability to lead our women's basketball program into the future,' said Coach Brown. 'I am fully committed to Queens and our mission to building a winning culture on and off the court. All of my student-athletes and staff mean the world to me and I am honored to be their head coach.' Brown brings 18 years of Division 1 experience as a coach and former player. Before coming to the Queen City, Brown spent four seasons as the top assistant at Virginia Tech and helped the Hokies accumulate an 86-49 record, three WNIT appearances, and four consecutive 20-plus win seasons. As the recruiting coordinator, Brown brought in two top-25 recruiting classes leading to the most ACC wins in 12 seasons. Additionally, Brown recruited and coached eight ACC All-Conference selections, one ACC Rookie of the Year, and one Sixth Player of the Year. Before joining the Hokies, Brown spent six seasons as an assistant coach at her alma mater, James Madison University. While on staff, the Dukes put together six consecutive 25-plus win seasons and a 165-42 record. The Dukes captured four CAA Regular Season Championships and four CAA Tournament Championships while also making four NCAA Championship appearances. Brown recruited and coached 28 CAA All-Conference selections, four Players of the Year, two Rookies of the Year, and two Defensive Players of the Year. Additionally, two of Brown's recruits went on to be WNBA draft picks. Prior to getting her coaching career underway at Colgate University, Brown played for James Madison from 2005-08. The standout forward helped the Dukes to a 75-23 record, including a runner-up finish in the CAA Tournament and an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament her junior season. That same season, JMU was ranked as high as No. 22 in the AP Poll and No. 25 in the USA Today Poll. The Royals are coming off their first Division 1 season as a member of the ASUN Conference. Queens took down a pair of ASUN Tournament teams in Kennesaw State and Stetson in Curry Arena. In the Royals 68-53 victory at North Florida, Queens held the Ospreys scoreless for the entire second quarter as they took a 38-17 lead into the break. The defensive performance guided the Royals to their first ASUN win in program history. 'I am thankful for Cherie Swarthout, President Dan Lugo, and our Board of Trustees for their continued support of me and our women's basketball program. Queens and the surrounding city of Charlotte is a special place with extraordinary people. My family and I are blessed to call this home. Go Royals!' Courtesy of: queensathletics.com |
| NCAA3 |
| Rogan named Women's Basketball Head Coach at Johns Hopkins - by Eurobasket News |
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Johns Hopkins Associate Vice Provost and Director of Athletics & Recreation Jennifer S. Baker announced the appointment of Rodney Rogan as the school's head women's basketball coach today. Rogan, who most recently served for four seasons as the head coach at Rhodes, replaces Katherine Bixby, who was named an assistant coach at Division I Loyola Maryland; he becomes the eighth women's basketball coach in Johns Hopkins history. 'After conducting an extensive national search, I am thrilled to welcome Rodney to Johns Hopkins,' Baker stated. 'We were fortunate to attract a deep and talented pool of candidates for the position; during each step of the process, Rodney's enthusiasm, focus on the growth and well-being of his student-athletes on and off the court and detailed vision for the future of the Blue Jay women's basketball program continuously set him apart, even among such a talented group of applicants. I look forward to working closely with him as he builds on the success our team has enjoyed on the court, while also leading and mentoring the women in our program as they pursue their academic and athletic goals at Johns Hopkins.' Rogan inherits a Johns Hopkins team that posted a 21-7 record and advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the third time in the last four full seasons last year. The Blue Jays are set to return six of their top seven scorers, four of their top five rebounders, the team's three leaders in assists and five leaders in steals from last season. 'I would like to thank Jennifer Baker, Associate Director of Athletics Nikki Betz and all members of the selection committee for the opportunity to lead the Johns Hopkins women's basketball program,' Rogan stated. 'Johns Hopkins' global brand and elite academic status will allow us to recruit high-achieving, well-rounded student-athletes who will have the opportunity to compete and represent the University at the highest level both academically and athletically. Our expectation is to seek excellence on a daily basis; that pursuit will fuel the members of our program as we look to consistently compete at the national level.' Rogan guided the Lynx to a four-year record of 67-28 (.705), including a 40-11 (.784) regular season record in the Southern Athletic Association (SAA). Rhodes won each of the last three SAA tournament titles (2021, 2022, 2023) and earned two trips to the NCAA Tournament (2022, 2023). Under Rogan's guidance, the Lynx enjoyed one of the finest seasons in school history during the 2021-22 season as they posted a 23-3 record, including a perfect 12-0 mark in SAA play, and hosted the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament. Rhodes claimed its second consecutive SAA title, won a school-record 16 consecutive games at one point in the season and rose as high as #19 in the WBCA Poll, #23 in the D3hoops.com Poll and #2 in the official NCAA Regional Rankings. During his tenure as the head coach at Rhodes, Rogan developed and coached four SAA Players of the Year and one SAA Defensive Player of the Year. In addition, 14 of his players earned All-SAA honors and he was named the SAA Coach of the Year at the conclusion of the 2021-22 season, while six members of the program earned D3hoops.com All-Region, including four first team selections, under his guidance. Prior to his time a Rhodes, Rogan spent three seasons as an assistant men's basketball coach at his alma mater, Millsaps, from 2010-13 and then six seasons as an assistant with the women's basketball program at Division I Nebraska-Omaha. Rogan graduated from Millsaps in 2008 with a degree in business administration and a minor in finance. As a member of the Millsaps men's basketball team, he helped guide the Majors to a school-record 28 wins and a trip to the NCAA Elite Eight as a senior. He concluded his career with 1,355 points, 580 rebounds, 245 assists and 110 steals and his 2007-08 Millsaps team was inducted into the school's Hall of Fame in 2018. Courtesy of: hopkinssports.com |
| NEW ZEALAND |
| Best players of New Zealand Tauihi Basketball Aoteroa round 4 - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The 28-year old forward had the game-high 17 points adding nine rebounds and four assists for N. Kahu in her team's victory, helping them to beat Mainland P. (#5, 0-5), the league's bottom-ranked team 99-87. N. Kahu is placed at 2nd position in New Zealand Tauihi Basketball Aoteroa. They would have been even better if they did not have these two lost games earlier in Regular Season. N. Kahu will need more victories to improve their 4-2 record. Davidson turned to be N. Kahu's top player in her first season with the team. University of California graduate has very impressive stats this year. Davidson is in league's top in rebounds (2nd best: 12.4rpg). The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was young American swingman Jasmine Dickey (175-G/F-2000, agency: LBM Management) of Mainland P.. Dickey impressed basketball fans with 33 points and 8 rebounds. Bad luck as Mainland P. lost that game 87-99 to the higher-ranked N. Kahu (#2, 4-2). Mainland P. are still at the very bottom. 5 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Dickey is a newcomer at Mainland P. and it seems she did not have too much trouble to become one of team's leaders. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 25.3ppg (#1). She also registered 7.7 boards per game. The third best performed player last round was American Mikayla Cowling (188-F-1996, agency: LBM Management) of Whai (#4). Cowling showcased her all-around game by recording 28 points, twelve rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. Despite Cowling's great performance Whai lost 69-71 to #1 ranked S. Hoiho. But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The chances of Whai ranking at the top of the league, however are very questionable as they have already lost 3 games, recording just two victories. With bigger assistance of her teammates, Cowling could help Whai to bring them higher in the standings. Cowling has a great season in New Zealand. After only 5 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 21.6ppg (4th best), rebounds with 9.2rpg (4th best) and assists with 4.4apg (3rd best). Other top performing players last week: 4. Iimar'i Thomas (178-F-2000) of N. Kahu - 27 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists 5. Tera Reed (183-G-1998) of N. Kahu - 21 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists 6. Chrislyn Carr (165-G) of Tokomanawa Q. - 21 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 7. Ashten Prechtel (196-F-2001) of S. Hoiho - 16 points and 20 rebounds 8. Natasha Mack (193-C/F-1997) of Mainland P. - 18 points and 8 rebounds 9. Aaliyah Wilson (180-G-1998) of Whai - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 10. McKenna Dale (183-G-1999) of Whai - 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| Britez's double-double lands her Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News | ||
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21-year old center Ana Britez (174-C-2002) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's best team Felix Perez and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 7. She had a double-double of 19 points and 11 rebounds, while her team outclassed Sol de Amer. (#3, 3-3) with 31-point margin 93-62. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Felix Perez to consolidate first place in the Paraguayan Metropolitan League. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Felix Perez already had a very good start winning all 6 without losing a single one. Britez has many years of experience at Felix Perez, through which she has constantly improved. Britez has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (6th best: 10.8ppg), rebounds (6th best: 6.7rpg) and averages solid 73.7% FGP. Second best performed player last round was Micaela Sosa of Deportivo SJ. She is a in her first season at Deportivo SJ. In the last game Sosa recorded impressive 24 points and 7 rebounds. Bad luck as Deportivo SJ lost that game 65-80 to the higher-ranked Olimpia (#2, 3-3). Deportivo SJ are still at the very bottom. 5 lost games are too many considering they did not win any game. Sosa is a newcomer at Deportivo SJ and quickly became one of team's most reliable players. She belongs to the best scorers in the league with 12.0ppg (#4). She also registered 5.8 boards per game. Third place about best performers goes to guard Maria Pereira (160-G-2001) of league's second-best Olimpia. Pereira showcased her all-around game by recording 20 points, thirteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. She was a key player of Olimpia, leading her team to a 80-65 easy win against Deportivo SJ (#5, 0-5). Olimpia needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 3 victories and 3 lost games. The season just started for Pereira as she played only first game. But it already looks like she can be team's leader. Other top performing players last week: 4. Jazmin Mercado (171-G-1989) of Felix Perez - 18 points, 3 rebounds and 13 assists 5. Johana Ghiringhelli) of Olimpia - 13 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists 6. Andrea Gomez (178-SF-1990) of Olimpia - 19 points and 6 rebounds 7. Patricia Sosa (170-PG-2003) of Felix Perez - 10 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists 8. Sofia Villasboa) of Felix Perez - 19 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 9. Joaquina Marin) of Felix Perez - 11 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists 10. Giuliana Dose) of Olimpia - 12 points and 6 rebounds The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
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| PHILIPPINES |
| Philippines defeat Iran in 2023 William Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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The Philippines' women's team bounced back in the 2023 William Jones Cup for Women with a tight 64-60 victory over Iran on Sunday. Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999) and Kacey Quinn dela Rosa each scored 12 points for the Philippines, while Negin Khameneh collected 18 points for the Iranian team. Iran, who had lost to South Korea 87-44 in their opening match, will play Chinese Taipei-A on Monday. Iran have participated at the William Jones Cup as part of preparation for the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B, where Team Melli are drawn in Pool A along with Malaysia, Mongolia and Indonesia. Pool B consists of Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Jordan and Thailand.
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| Gilas women yield to Chinese Taipei in Jones Cup opener - by Eurobasket News |
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The Gilas Pilipinas women's basketball team lost its opening game against Chinese Taipei A, 89-85, in the William Jones Cup in Taiwan Saturday night. Down by eight points early in the fourth quarter, 71-63, the Filipina hoopers mounted a comeback and actually led by five with about 2:28 remaining following an inside stab, 82-77. But Chinese Taipei pulled out all the necessary stops and was able to find the open shots as they capitalized on the crucial turnovers of Gilas Pilipinas women. Five Filipinas scored in double digits in the game led by Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992), who scored 19 points in the game, with Kacey dela Rosa chipping in with 17 of her own. Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999) and Jack Animam had 13 points apiece, while Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) poured in 10 points. Yen-Yu Chen (169-G/F-1994) led Chinese Taipei A with 20 points. Up next for the Gilas women is Iran on Sunday afternoon. Courtesy of: philstar.com |
| Gilas Pilipinas Women struggle late, fall to Chinese Taipei-B in Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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Gilas Pilipinas Women found very few answers for Chinese Taipei-B in the final period, bowing to the hosts, 94-83, in the 42nd William Jones Cup on Monday night. Gilas Pilipinas went frosty as Taipei-B caught fire in the payoff frame, drilling four triples to seal the victory at Taipei Heping Basketball Gymnasium. Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) had 22 points, while Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) added 18 in the losing effort that had the Philippines dropping to a 1-2 record for fifth spot in the race being used by national coach Pat Aquino to prime his charges for the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, this September. Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992) finished with 11, as Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999)-the star of Gilas' win over Iran the night before-added nine more. Rookie Kacey dela Rosa, who has been racking up twin-digit scores in Gilas' first two outings, was held to just four points. Ting Tai and Yi Wen Jhang had 19 and 17 points, respectively, and big in that counterattack that kept them ahead until the final horn, eventually snapping their two-game slide in the showcase. Things won't be any easier now for the Nationals, who are going to play 2-1 Busan BNK Sum of the Women's Korean Basketball League on Tuesday and then 3-0 Chanson V-Magic of Women's Japan Basketball League on Wednesday. Courtesy of: sports.inquirer.net |
| POLAND |
| Karolina Pobozy is a newcomer at Treviso - by Eurobasket News | ||||
The previous (2021-22) season she played at Polskieprzetwory Bydgoszcz in Polish EBLK where in 23 games she averaged 3.3ppg and 2.8rpg in that year. She also played 8 games in Eurocup where she had 5.8ppg and 3.6rpg in that year. Pobozy was also a member of Polish international program for some years. She played for Polish Senior National Team between 2016 and 2021 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2016. Pobozy represented Poland at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) six years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 14.0ppg, 4.7rpg, 1.3apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 44.1%, FT: 85.7%. She has played previously for six other Polish teams: Lublin, Polkowice, MKK Siedlce, Wolomin, Lomianki and KK AZS Uniwersytet Warszawski. The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team was regular season runner-up in Polish BLK in 2020. Pobozy was selected to Eurobasket.com All-World University Games Honorable Mention back in 2017. Nuova Pall. Treviso roster for 2023-24: Guards: Veronica Perini Anna Gini Sofia Moretti Forward: Karolina Pobozy Center: Eva Da_Pozzo |
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| Stats Leaders - Superleague 25 |
| SENEGAL |
| Fatou Pouye signs at Joventut - by Eurobasket News | |||
Pouye graduated from University of Duquesne in 2022 and it will be her second season in pro basketball. She played also for Western Kentucky University for 2 years. Joventut Badalona roster for 2023-24: Guard: Deva Bermejo Forwards: Maria Davydova Fatou Pouye Mariona Teixido Marina Avinoa Center: Gnere Dembele |
| SLOVENIA |
| Division B. Slovenia hold off Germany to capture title in Craiova - by Eurobasket News |
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Slovenia has won the title in Divison B for U20 women. In Craiova the team that many considered to be the best team in the tournament defeated Germany 54-61 Finals hardly provide the best level of sports in any sport. That was the case in Craiova as well where temperatures all tournament long had been way above 35 degrees. After some serious thunder and lightning in the night before finals Sunday temperatures were a little bit better suited for sport, but teams appeared tired on the final day. Germany took the upper hand early on, finding Franka Wittenberg (175-G-2003) and Frieda Buhner but the Slovenians managed to stop the early run. After leading 13-7 the Slovenian team found the rhythm they were lacking up till then. After 13-9 at the end of the fourth Slovenia found the right tone of rock 'n roll. The 14-10 after both exchanged a freebee rapidly changed as Blaza Ceh hit a three, set up by Hana Sambolic (176-PG-2004). Frieda Buhner hit a layup for 16-13 but the tables were turning and Sara Sambolic drew teams level at 17-17. Buehner tried to bring the lead back to her team, but soon Slovenia took over. Anja Dragar (180-PG-2003) hit the 19-21 four minutes and some seconds before the break but Franka Wittenberg, in line with her strong performance this whole tournament drive for 21-21.. Hana Ivanusa replied on the other side of the court and Dragar again brought a four point gap in the books. Brochlitz buried a triple (not her first this tournament) but Nina Stavrov (178-SG-2004) decided the half time score at 28-31 for Slovenia. After the break Wittenberg hit a jumper for 30-31 and a little bit more than three minutes into the third quarter Leoni Kreyengeld buried a triple from the top to draw even: 34-34. Germany managed to retake the lead after Okpara hit a layup and another Buhner putback took care of 38-34. After Slovenia came to 38-38 it was Wittenberg again with a triple for 41-38 and Germany even took a 45-40 lead going into the final period of the game. Within the minute after the start of the final chapter (barred possible overtime) Brecelj was found by Anja Dragar , who herself converted on a Hana Sambolic pass for 45-44. The magnificent Sambolic hit a layup for a new Slovenian lead and converted the bonus as well. Both teams did not give each other an inch in the tight final but Hana Sambolic found Ivanusa for a layup that made the gap six with less than 150 seconds to play. As Hana Ivanusa scored 47-55 one minute later it proved the nail on the coffin because Germany was not able to strangle their opponents on defense anymore as they had been all tournament in stretches of the game. Slovenia took the title 47-57. Leading scorers: Germany: Franka Wittenberg 14; Frieda Buehner (184-F/C-2004, college: Florida) 9 points 12 rebounds; Slovenia: Hana Sambolic 15 points 5 rebounds 4 assists; Anja Dragar 15 points 7 rebounds 3 blocks. Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| SPAIN |
| Fatou Pouye signs at Joventut - by Eurobasket News | |||
Pouye graduated from University of Duquesne in 2022 and it will be her second season in pro basketball. She played also for Western Kentucky University for 2 years. Joventut Badalona roster for 2023-24: Guard: Deva Bermejo Forwards: Maria Davydova Fatou Pouye Mariona Teixido Marina Avinoa Center: Gnere Dembele |
| Melilla inks Eva Cases - by Eurobasket News | |
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Club Deportivo La Salle Melilla (LF Challenge) agreed terms with 25-year old point guard Eva Cases (168cm-1997) for new 2023-24 season. Cases has played for the last two years at Estepona. In 16 LF Challenge games she had 4.4ppg, 1.0rpg and 1.3apg last season. She has played previously for three other teams: Patatas Hijolusa, Picken Claret and Ardoi. Cases played in the final of Spanish LF2 in 2021. |
| SURINAM |
| De Arend reach the Finals - by Eurobasket News |
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De Arend reached the Finals beating SCVU in two games. De Arend overcame SCVU 63-50 in the opener as Reiziger Janevi and Marica Gabriella top-scored for the winners with 11 points each. Mirelva Marica (2002) replied with 20 points in the losing effort. In Game 2 De Arend grabbed a 64-59 win. Noughient Amare stepped up with 29 points, while Mirelva Marica nailed 29 in defeat. |
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| Division B. Netherlands dominate Switzerland to clinch promotion - by Eurobasket News |
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The Netherlands have claimed bronze in Craiova. They narrowly edged out Switzerland to claim te lowest podium spot. The Swiss opened better, but Holland found leading scorer Lotte Van Kruistum (183-SF-2003) for its first points. Switzerland managed to get away by four, but Quinta Van Schijndel hit a triple and it was a one point game again: 9-10. Van Kruistum again took care of the first lead of the Dutch. Van Schijndel followed with her second triple of the game and suddenly the Orange Lions had a four point margin.Iris Vennema (186-SG-2004) split her freethrows before Lotte Van Kruistum split hers with 1.6 on the clock. 16-10. After Jasmijn Olsem made the 20-13 both teams stayed scoreless for almost three minutes. As hard as both teams were working, the two teams kept going stone cold, Switzerland tried to get closer, but a nifty Hennie Van Schaik (190-F-2003) pass to fellow center Frode Van der Schans had the score for the quart going to 10-9 for the Dutch, which lead to 26-19 at halftime. Iris Vennema opened the second quarter for The Netherlands hitting a nice fallaway jumper to get the teams going.Ranisavljevic answered for the Swiss and slowly the Lions pulled away. Jaleesa Molina (186-PF-2004, college: Temple) hit a fast break after she stole the ball from Ranisavljevic and converted for 33-21. Indira Vilolo hit a circus shot coming out of the time out and that proved the start of a 2-9 run for the Swiss. Time out now for the Dutch and Hennie Van Schaik finished the first offense following that break. As it appeared the Swiss managed to contain the gap at seven, but Marell Glaubitz buried a buzzerbeating triple as time ran out: 44-34 Switzerland opened the final stanza, but sent Iris Vennema to the line on the following play. Points were expensive in this bronze medal game. An Iris Vennema three just before halfway trough the quarter brought the gap back to double digits. Lin Schwarz dropped a baseline jumper and again Vennema took it to the rim for 51-40 Jaleesa Molina followed up after Sophie Locatelli had driven for 51-42 and Switzerland took its second time out with 4.04 on the clock. After the timeout the Dutch went on a 6-0 run within a minute, capped by a Frode Van der Schans turnaround jumper after a sensational Jaleesa Molina assist. Molina again converted on the fast break for 59-44 with 2.18 to go that iced the game. Marell Glaubitz put the nail on the coffin with back to back jumpers that meant 64-45 As soon as the Dutch knew it was in the pocket they allowed to Swiss to close the gap a little but the 68-51 was more than enough for the Orange Lions. Leading scorers: Netherlands: Lotte Van Kruistum 13 points 17 rebounds; Iris Vennema 15 points; Jaleesa Molina 12 points; Switzerland: Viktoria Ranisavljevic (164-G-2005) 16; Stephanie Martinez (172-G-2004) 12; Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| TAIWAN |
| Gilas women yield to Chinese Taipei in Jones Cup opener - by Eurobasket News |
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The Gilas Pilipinas women's basketball team lost its opening game against Chinese Taipei A, 89-85, in the William Jones Cup in Taiwan Saturday night. Down by eight points early in the fourth quarter, 71-63, the Filipina hoopers mounted a comeback and actually led by five with about 2:28 remaining following an inside stab, 82-77. But Chinese Taipei pulled out all the necessary stops and was able to find the open shots as they capitalized on the crucial turnovers of Gilas Pilipinas women. Five Filipinas scored in double digits in the game led by Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992), who scored 19 points in the game, with Kacey dela Rosa chipping in with 17 of her own. Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999) and Jack Animam had 13 points apiece, while Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) poured in 10 points. Yen-Yu Chen (169-G/F-1994) led Chinese Taipei A with 20 points. Up next for the Gilas women is Iran on Sunday afternoon. Courtesy of: philstar.com |
| Iran fall short against Chinese Taipei-A at 2023 William Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
| Iran's women's basketball team lost to Chinese Taipei-A 77-58 in the 2023 William Jones Cup for Women on Monday. Iran, who had lost to South Korea 87-44 and the Philippines 64-60 in their first two matches, will play Chinese Taipei-B on Tuesday. Iran have participated at the William Jones Cup as part of preparation for the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B, where Team Melli are drawn in Pool A along with Malaysia, Mongolia and Indonesia. Pool B consists of Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Jordan and Thailand. Courtesy of: tehrantimes.com |
| Gilas Pilipinas Women struggle late, fall to Chinese Taipei-B in Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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Gilas Pilipinas Women found very few answers for Chinese Taipei-B in the final period, bowing to the hosts, 94-83, in the 42nd William Jones Cup on Monday night. Gilas Pilipinas went frosty as Taipei-B caught fire in the payoff frame, drilling four triples to seal the victory at Taipei Heping Basketball Gymnasium. Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) had 22 points, while Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) added 18 in the losing effort that had the Philippines dropping to a 1-2 record for fifth spot in the race being used by national coach Pat Aquino to prime his charges for the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, this September. Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992) finished with 11, as Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999)-the star of Gilas' win over Iran the night before-added nine more. Rookie Kacey dela Rosa, who has been racking up twin-digit scores in Gilas' first two outings, was held to just four points. Ting Tai and Yi Wen Jhang had 19 and 17 points, respectively, and big in that counterattack that kept them ahead until the final horn, eventually snapping their two-game slide in the showcase. Things won't be any easier now for the Nationals, who are going to play 2-1 Busan BNK Sum of the Women's Korean Basketball League on Tuesday and then 3-0 Chanson V-Magic of Women's Japan Basketball League on Wednesday. Courtesy of: sports.inquirer.net |
| UKRAINE |
| Division B. Bulgaria outscore Ukraine to finish 13th - by Eurobasket News |
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Bulgaria managed to take down Ukraine 70-64 in the final match of both teams. The Bulgarians came with hope of bouncing back to division A but had a terrible start of the tournament and ended up on 13th place. They really opened the game pretty well this time. Within. A little more than two minutes Bulgaria was leading 2-9 and Ukraine had little to say about that. Viktoriya Ivanova (170-G-2004) even stole the ball for an open layup leading to 4-14. After more than five minutes Ukraine suddenly started to be able to put up some resistance. Vera Hrymaliuk hit a triple for 11-15 but the Bulgarians pulled away again to 11-21 at the end of the quarter. Bulgaria extend tot 11-24 before Ukraine again managed to find a solution for the high energy Bulgarian defense. But Bulgaria did keep on getting buckets, Ranya Aburaya set up Iliyana Georgieva (180-F-2003) for 19-31and two freethrows for Viktorya Ivanova meant 21-35 not much later. Georgieva even hit a triple for 21-38 and the Bulgarians appeared to be cruising to an easy win. Their 26-42 must have felt comfortable but everybody in Islanita felt that a run by Ukraine was not far away. In the meantime Joana Valtcheva drove inside and made a spectacular assist on a Ranya Aburaya jumper but Vera Hrymaliiuk answered with a high arced triple for 37-53. Iliyana Georgieva brought the margin back to 21 (39-60) and as the Bulgarians were leading at the beginning of the fourth quarter 43-61 it appeared as if the game was over and done. Well, that was not entirely the case. Ukraine stepped up their defense once more, made a 7-2 run to start the quarter and eyed bringing the lead back to single digits. Another Hrymaliuk triple for 54-65 was the announcement for a final siege of the Ukrainians. Tkachenko brought the gap under ten at 56-65 with three minutes on the clock. Hrymaliuk once again hit a fantastic arced contested three for 62-70 but as Ukraine had to stop the clock to be able to get possession it was too late. Yvheniia Putra (191-C-2004) did hit a short jumper for 64-70 but the clock was already in the final seconds of the game. Leading scorers: Ukraine: Yvheniia Putra 19 points 13 rebounds; Vera Hrymaliuk 19 points 4 rebounds 3 assists; Tetiana Tkachenko (187-C-2004) 11 points 6 rebounds 5 assists; Bulgaria: Ivana Boneva (175-G/F-2005) 19 points; Viktoriya Ivanova 17; Iliyana Georgieva 16 points 5 rebounds; Courtesy of: Bas Hendriks |
| WILLIAM JONES CUP |
| Philippines defeat Iran in 2023 William Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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The Philippines' women's team bounced back in the 2023 William Jones Cup for Women with a tight 64-60 victory over Iran on Sunday. Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999) and Kacey Quinn dela Rosa each scored 12 points for the Philippines, while Negin Khameneh collected 18 points for the Iranian team. Iran, who had lost to South Korea 87-44 in their opening match, will play Chinese Taipei-A on Monday. Iran have participated at the William Jones Cup as part of preparation for the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B, where Team Melli are drawn in Pool A along with Malaysia, Mongolia and Indonesia. Pool B consists of Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Jordan and Thailand.
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| Gilas women yield to Chinese Taipei in Jones Cup opener - by Eurobasket News |
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The Gilas Pilipinas women's basketball team lost its opening game against Chinese Taipei A, 89-85, in the William Jones Cup in Taiwan Saturday night. Down by eight points early in the fourth quarter, 71-63, the Filipina hoopers mounted a comeback and actually led by five with about 2:28 remaining following an inside stab, 82-77. But Chinese Taipei pulled out all the necessary stops and was able to find the open shots as they capitalized on the crucial turnovers of Gilas Pilipinas women. Five Filipinas scored in double digits in the game led by Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992), who scored 19 points in the game, with Kacey dela Rosa chipping in with 17 of her own. Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999) and Jack Animam had 13 points apiece, while Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) poured in 10 points. Yen-Yu Chen (169-G/F-1994) led Chinese Taipei A with 20 points. Up next for the Gilas women is Iran on Sunday afternoon. Courtesy of: philstar.com |
| Iran fall short against Chinese Taipei-A at 2023 William Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
| Iran's women's basketball team lost to Chinese Taipei-A 77-58 in the 2023 William Jones Cup for Women on Monday. Iran, who had lost to South Korea 87-44 and the Philippines 64-60 in their first two matches, will play Chinese Taipei-B on Tuesday. Iran have participated at the William Jones Cup as part of preparation for the 2023 FIBA Women's Asia Cup Division B, where Team Melli are drawn in Pool A along with Malaysia, Mongolia and Indonesia. Pool B consists of Kazakhstan, Sri Lanka, Jordan and Thailand. Courtesy of: tehrantimes.com |
| Gilas Pilipinas Women struggle late, fall to Chinese Taipei-B in Jones Cup - by Eurobasket News |
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Gilas Pilipinas Women found very few answers for Chinese Taipei-B in the final period, bowing to the hosts, 94-83, in the 42nd William Jones Cup on Monday night. Gilas Pilipinas went frosty as Taipei-B caught fire in the payoff frame, drilling four triples to seal the victory at Taipei Heping Basketball Gymnasium. Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) had 22 points, while Afril Bernardino (165-G-1991) added 18 in the losing effort that had the Philippines dropping to a 1-2 record for fifth spot in the race being used by national coach Pat Aquino to prime his charges for the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, this September. Janine Pontejos (165-G-1992) finished with 11, as Jhazmin Joson (170-SG-1999)-the star of Gilas' win over Iran the night before-added nine more. Rookie Kacey dela Rosa, who has been racking up twin-digit scores in Gilas' first two outings, was held to just four points. Ting Tai and Yi Wen Jhang had 19 and 17 points, respectively, and big in that counterattack that kept them ahead until the final horn, eventually snapping their two-game slide in the showcase. Things won't be any easier now for the Nationals, who are going to play 2-1 Busan BNK Sum of the Women's Korean Basketball League on Tuesday and then 3-0 Chanson V-Magic of Women's Japan Basketball League on Wednesday. Courtesy of: sports.inquirer.net |
| WNBA |
| Sparks end losing skid, top Mystics - by Eurobasket News |
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Nneka Ogwumike (6'3''-F-1990, college: Stanford) had 20 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, Azura Stevens (6'6''-C-1996, college: UConn, agency: Shark Sports Management) had 17 points on 7-for-11 shooting and the Sparks beat the Washington Mystics, 91-83, on Sunday afternoon to snap a four-game losing streak. Jordin Canada (5'6''-PG-1995, college: UCLA), who went 9 for 10 from the free-throw line, had 15 points, seven assists and four steals for the Sparks (10-18). Sparks coach Curt Miller became the fifth-fastest in WNBA history to reach 150 career wins and became one of three coaches (Van Chancellor and Lin Dunn) with at least 275 collegiate and 150 professional wins. Brittney Sykes hit a jumper to give Washington an eight-point lead with six minutes to play and she split a pair of free throws to make it 78-75 with three minutes remaining. Samuelson answered with two foul shots and Ogwumike followed with a short jumper that gave the Sparks the lead for good with 2:14 left and Samuelson added a 3-pointer about a minute later to make it 83-78. The Sparks' Layshia Clarendon (5'9''-PG-1991, college: California) was fouled by Sykes on a drive to the basket with about 33 seconds to play and a scuffle ensued. After a video replay, Sykes and Clarendon were both ejected from the game and Rae Burrell (6'1''-G/F-2000, college: Tennessee) made the ensuing two free throws to give the Sparks an 85-80 lead. Tianna Hawkins (6'3''-F-1991, college: Maryland, agency: LBM Management) scored 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting to lead Washington (13-14). Sykes added 17 points and six assists. The Sparks have lost 11 of their past 14 games and are just 3-10 on the road after their first road win since a June 14 victory at Dallas. The Mystics, who beat the Sparks 79-77 on Friday night, had won back-to-back games for the first time since winning three straight from June 16-22. Regular starters Elena Delle Donne (ankle), Ariel Atkins (ankle) and Shakira Austin (hip) missed their eighth consecutive game for the Mystics. Delle Donne has missed nine straight and Austin has been out since June 25. Courtesy of: pressenterprise.com |
| WPBA |
| Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Swish and Royals reach Final - by Eurobasket News |
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Swish - Blaze 90-81 Guard Alexsis Brown (170, college: CSU Maritime) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Guard Rachel Howard (178-1995, college: USF) chipped in 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Janae Young (183-1987, college: Pacific) produced 24 points and 9 rebounds and Nigerian-American power forward Oderah Chidom (193-1995, college: Duke) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Top scorers: Blaze: J.Young 24+9reb, D.Jones 21+3reb, O.Chidom 20+6reb+2ast, D.Jackson 9+3reb+1ast, M.Therica 4+3reb, N.Jackson 2+7reb+3ast Swish: R.Howard 24+6reb+4ast, A.Brown 22+15reb+3ast, D.Finnie 19+5reb, M.Michelis 9+8reb+1ast, B.Nicol 8+2reb+4ast, R.Avila 6+6reb+5ast Wolves - Royals 64-79 Worth to mention a great performance of American-Cambodian Mariah Cooks (185-1994, college: WSU) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 6 rebounds. Point guard Brijanee Moore (175, college: Talladega) contributed with 16 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Power forward Hannah Langhi (188, college: Cent Arkansas) answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and Canadian-Jamaican guard Faatimah Amen-Ra (168-1991, college: Toronto) added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Wolves. Four Royals and five Wolves players scored in double figures. Top scorers: Wolves: H.Langhi 13+11reb, F.Amen-Ra 13+5reb+5ast, R.Harris 13+5reb+1ast, J.Jackson 12+7reb+4ast, B.Raevaughn 11+6reb+2ast, M.Hall 2+2reb+1ast Royals: M.Cooks 23+6reb, H.Ashley 17+5reb+2ast, G.Jasmine 16+7reb+2ast, B.Moore 16+8reb+2ast, S.Bolden 5+1reb, C.Nicolette 2+1reb+3ast |
| Berkeley Royals celebrate WPBA title - by Eurobasket News |
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Berkeley Royals - Oakland Swish 90-87 Berkeley Royals celebrated 2023 WPBA title. They outgunned Oakland Swish in the title game on Sunday. Mariah Cooks (6'1''-SF-1994, college: WSU) was pivotal with 36 points and 13 rebounds for the champions. Royals snatched a 21-20 lead after the first period. But Swish eked out a 44-43 halftime lead. Oakland Swish sank 24 points in the third period to take a 3-point lead at the final intermission. Berkeley Royals however sank 25 points in the fourth stanza and raced to a tough win at the end. Ashley Hart (G) delivered 19 points, while Jasmine Guinn (5'6''-G-1995) added 18 points for Royals. Nicol Berry (5'9''-G) answered with 23 points for Swish. Rachel Howard (5'10''-G-1995, college: USF) topscored with 33 points in the loss. |
| Usbasket.com All-WPBA Awards 2023 - by Eurobasket Center | ||||||||||||||||
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Player of the Year: Mariah Cooks (6'1''-SF-1994) of Royals Guard of the Year: Rachel Howard (5'10''-G-1995) of SwishForward of the Year: Aquira Decosta (6'1''-F-2000) of PhoenixRookie of the Year: Hannah Langhi (6'2''-F/C) of WolvesCoach of the Year: Dorvez Barnett of Royals
First Team Mariah Cooks (6'1''-SF-1994) of Royals Ameela Li (5'6''-G-1997) of Blaze Rachel Howard (5'10''-G-1995) of Swish Aquira Decosta (6'1''-F-2000) of Phoenix Rebecca Harris (5'8''-G-1986) of Wolves Doris Jones (5'9''-SG-1998) of BlazeSecond Team Jasmine Guinn (5'6''-G-1995) of Royals Hannah Langhi (6'2''-F/C) of Wolves Alexsis Brown (5'7''-G) of Swish Stefanie Young (5'6''-G) of Riptide Jessica Wilson (F/G) of Reign Ashley Hart (G) of Royals
Third Team :  Halle Brooker of Gold Coast R. Delia Moore (5'7''-G) of Phoenix Nicol Berry (5'9''-G) of Swish Aja Johnson (6'1''-F/C) of Reign Jessica Woo (5'9''-F) of Riptide Brijanee Moore (5'9''-PG) of Royals |
