Methods of betting on basketball
Basketball might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you feel like putting a bet on but with it being such an entertaining sport to watch, it’s worth working out how basketball betting works. The sport itself is primarily beloved in America but has plenty of fans in the UK, even if […]
It always comes down to one question for CSKA
The 2018 Euroleague Final Four is the beginning and end of the season for CSKA Moscow. That’s no different to normal. Even without the living ghost to haunt them, Emmet Ryan sees all the pressure being on the Red Army in Belgrade It was happening again. CSKA hadn’t run over Olympiacos this time but they […]
The 2018 Euroleague Final Four for n00bs
With more new eyes than usual on the Euroleague Final Four, Emmet Ryan guides those tuning in through the various aspects to get you up to speed on what will happen in Belgrade over the weekend Hello newcomers and, I’m guessing, some oldcomers who are wondering how we’re going to explain the Euroleague Final Four […]
Warriors sneaking into value territory
It’s bizarre to think of the Golden State Warriors sneaking anywhere but such has been the odd nature of this NBA season. A first round 4-1 drubbing of the San Antonio Spurs did little to convince the market that the Warriors are back to their all-conquering best despite being seen as one of the […]
The pleasant surprise of Joe Ingles
After a successful but far from fire-starting career in Europe, Joe Ingles has become a factor in multiple playoff series since going to the NBA. For most observers on this side of the pond, it wasn’t accepted but it is delightful according to Emmet Ryan The magician was a bore and the only thing less […]
Kokoskov breaking barriers
With the Phoenix Suns announcing Igor Kokoskov as their new head coach, Emmet Ryan on how the hiring signals a breakthrough for non-American coaches in the NBA David Blatt was the trailblazer despite being American. He cut his teeth as a coach, beyond any question, on this side of the Atlantic. Between his successes at […]
Pat Burke – There and back again
Pat Burke stands alone as the only Irish born player in NBA history. Emmet Ryan sat down with the former Orlando Magic and Phoenix Suns big man to talk about his adventures in Europe with Panathinaikos, his fondness for Felipe Reyes, playing under Mike D’Antoni, and how he learned a lot about himself by realising […]
Podcast: Sweet 16 – Heavy metal musical chairs
It’s time for another episode of Sweet 16 with Moshe Barda of Team Scout, Aris Barkas of Eurohoops, and BiE’s own Emmet Ryan keeping you up to speed with everything going on around Euroleague throughout the season. We have switched to audio only this season because y’all seem to prefer listening to us than looking […]
Can New Orleans Shock the Golden State Warriors?
After an incredible first round sweep of the Portland Trail Blazers, the New Orleans Pelicans have a much bigger test on their hands. They take on the Golden State Warriors for the right to take part in the Western Conference Finals. And with a growing sentiment that the Pelicans can take care of the Warriors, […]
Doncic takes his licks as Real Madrid make it to Belgrade
It was the last shot for Panathinaikos and Real Madrid looked like they’d never let them get it. A night where Real Madrid ended up having to survive a furious flurry was also, writes Emmet Ryan, the night where Luka Doncic got his reward after being roughed up throughout the series Two and a half […]
European football transfer rumours: Which potential moves could happen?
The European football season is nearing its end as league champions are being crowned and both the Champions League and Europa League are preparing for their finals. As the competitions come to an end, the transfer rumour mill is getting ratcheted up. Betting on sports at coral gives you plenty of exciting markets, including transfers, […]
Arsenal on verge of Europa League elimination
Despite having a man advantage in their Europa League semifinal first leg against Atletico Madrid, Arsenal were unable to see off the Spanish side. Now, the Gunners must go to Spain needing an away goal at the very least to have any hope of progressing to the Europa League final. Atletico are the sportsbooks’ favourite […]