[ad_1] Joel Embiid, like many NBA stars, is accustomed to receiving a favourable whistle. Embiid famously likes to make the most of this by exaggerating even the slightest contact. And while NBA referees will often award such shenanigans, FIBA refs absolutely will not. FIBA refs will not let Joel Embiid get away with foul baiting…
[ad_1] Former national team member Predrag Stojakovic (PF, 1977) was inducted into the FIBA Hall of Fame. Stojakovic achieved great success with the Yugoslav national team, winning the world championship in Indianapolis in 2002 and becoming the European champion in Turkey. Starting his career in KK Crvena Zvezda, Stojakovic later played for PAOK Thessaloniki before…
[ad_1] Bahcesehir-Chemnitz-105-95-OT- -Chemnitz clinched FIBA Europe Cup title. They overcame a thrilling overtime road clash versus Bahcesehir to secure the maiden title. Chemnitz was tied after three quarters and then recorded another tie at the end of regular time. They were eventually defeated in overtime 11-10. Bahcesehir made 35 of 42 free shots (83.3%) during…
[ad_1] ISTANBUL (Türkiye) – The path to the trophy for the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup 2024 has been determined as the groups for the seventh edition of the event were confirmed in Wednesday’s draw. The 16 teams were divided into four groups of four teams each. The results of the draw are as follows:…
[ad_1] Minnesota Timberwolves sensation Anthony Edwards has emerged as a key figure not only for his NBA team but also for Team USA, with his recent performance at the 2023 FIBA World Cup contributing to his remarkable improvement. At the FIBA World Cup, Edwards showcased his leadership skills, guiding Team USA to a disappointing fourth-place…
[ad_1] Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic says that he actually got a chance to watch Steph Curry with USA’s U19 team back in 2007. (via Toronto Raptors): Reporter: “As a basketball person, how big a fan are you of Steph Curry?” Rajakovic: “As a basketball person, I love him. As a coach, I hate…
[ad_1] Today marked a pivotal moment for basketball enthusiasts worldwide as the draw for the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments 2024 unfolded, determining the matchups for the 24 national teams vying for four coveted spots in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Greece, Latvia, Puerto Rico, and Spain have been bestowed the honor of hosting these crucial…
[ad_1] The path to the Olympic Games gains clarity as the principles for the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments Draw are revealed by FIBA. Scheduled for Monday, November 27, at 19:00 CET in Mies, Switzerland, the draw at the Patrick Baumann House of Basketball will feature Great Britain legend and NBA All-Star Luol Deng. Deng,…
