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Top European Players in the NBA: Who Shines the Brightest?
The NBA has become a global stage, welcoming talents from every corner of the world. European players, with their unique styles and impressive skills, have steadily increased their impact on the league. Key Takeaways – European players have been pivotal in reshaping NBA styles and strategies. – Pioneering athletes like Hank Biasatti and Toni Kukoč […]
Dario Saric and the search for The Homie
It hasn’t been a dream start for Dario Saric with the Denver Nuggets. Two irrelevant outings to start the NBA season don’t bode well. Emmet Ryan believes the Croat can get back to his best basketball. Saric just needs to find The Homie. This isn’t working. Whether that’s the present tense or habitual present tense […]
Victor Wembanyama leads the NBA’s French revolution
He arrived a little earlier than most of his compatriots but Victor Wembanyama is undoubtedly the face of a wave of the new French basketball generation in the NBA. Emmet Ryan on how Wemby is setting a standard for Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr, Tidjane Salaun and more. An awful lot is expected of Victor Wembanyama […]
The shadow of Bronny James can benefit NBA Euro rookies
Bronny James may not be the best rookie entering the NBA this season but his presence could be a boost to the Euros entering the league. Emmet Ryan on how the son of LeBron James could, with no effort of his own, make life easier for the likes of Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr, and Matas […]
The Two Upcoming NBA Games Set in Europe in Jan 25
In a highly anticipated event, the NBA is bringing two games to Europe, with both matchups set to take place in Paris. The Indiana Pacers and San Antonio Spurs are scheduled to meet for the NBA Paris Games 2025. They will clash on Thursday, Jan 23, and again on Saturday, Jan 25. It’s time to […]
Four of The Best NBA European Players
European basketball players have profoundly impacted the NBA, bringing diverse skill sets and international flair to the game. Among them, several have stood out, not just as great players, but as game-changers. These players have left an indelible mark on the league. Let’s dive into the careers of four of the best European NBA players […]
Adding more NBA games in Europe is a tough but profitable task
The NBA continues to have nearly the slightest possible in-season presence in Europe. With two games this season, both in Paris to showcase Victor Wembanyama, the association struggles to meet a continent-wide demand. Emmet Ryan on the challenge and the opportunities that come with expansion The idea of the NBA playing more regular season games […]
Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic lead NBA MVP betting odds
There’s a distinctly European flavour to the early NBA MVP odds. Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic are favourites. Giannis Antetokounmpo isn’t far behind. Even Victor Wembanyama features towards the top of the betting ranks. It’s time for our first look of the season at NBA MVP betting. As is the nature of this site, the […]
Why is DeMarcus Cousins playing 3×3 basketball in China?
DeMarcus Cousins has a new home in hoops and it’s a strange one. The 2016 Olympic champion and 4 time NBA All Star is going to play 3×3 basketball. Emmet Ryan examines the strange twist in Boogie’s career It’s been a strange and often interesting road for DeMarcus Cousins since his last NBA stop with […]
Kevin Garnett just gave Giannis Antetokounmpo the best motivation for the NBA season
It was a slight that won’t be ignored. Kevin Garnettl, the NBA legend, rated Giannis Antetokounmpo as the fourth best player in the Eastern Conference. Emmet Ryan writes that all of basketball is going to be put on notice by the Milwaukee Bucks star as the Greek Freak has extra motivation for the coming season. […]
The Dragon’s final roar: Basketball bids farewell to Goran Dragic
With his farewell game loaded with stars happening on Saturday, Emmet Ryan pays tribute to Goran Dragic. Whether it was in FIBA action or NBA play, the Dragon roared wherever he played basketball The Night of the Dragon in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on Saturday night promises to be a special one. Goran Dragic will make his […]
Luka Doncic drops his Still DRE game in Mavs win
Luka Doncic remembered what he loved about basketball right when the Mavs needed it. With a triple double, he led the Dallas Mavericks into a 3-2 lead over the OKC Thunder in the NBA playoffs This was the game where Luka Doncic remembered that Vassilis Spanoulis is his inspiration. The Mavs star was relaxed and […]