Archive for December 4, 2012
Euroleague inks broadcast deal in Asia
Euroleague Basketball, Eurosport Asia-Pacific and IEC IN SPORTS are pleased to announce the international sports network will exclusively broadcast official Turkish Airlines Euroleague matches for the coming two seasons, 2012-2013 and 2013-2014. The new three-party agreement enables Eurosport Asia-Pacific to broadcast games of the top European competition in 17 countries and territories. When added to…
Read MoreVladimir Dasic released by Besiktas
Vladimir Dasic (208 cm) has been released by Besiktas (Turkey-TBL) according to a published interview with Besiktas Basketball Committee Chairman Abdullah Sozer. He was quoted as saying, “(Dasic is) a good player, but failed to adapt to the team.” Dasic was having a solid season, averaging 12.1ppg in 8 Euroleague games and 7.3ppg in three…
Read MoreAndrea Renzi inks agreement with Biella
Andrea Renzi (209 cm) has come to terms with Angelico Biella (Italy-SerieA) for a reported two-year deal that will replace Roberto Chiacig, who was on a two-month contract that has expired. Renzi’s last club was Tezenis Verona (Italy-Lega2) where he averaged 10.0ppg and 4.3rpg.
Read MoreRoberto Chiacig released by Angelico Biella
Roberto Chiacig (210 cm) has been released by Angelico Biella (Italy-SerieA). Chiacig was with the club on a two-month contract that has expired. Last season Chiacig playe for Trenkwalder Reggio Emilia (Italy-Lega2) where he a6.8ppg and 5.8rpg in 27 games. He was signed by EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (Italy-SerieA), but only spent the pre-season with…
Read MoreNBA D-League Transaction Report
The following players have been waived: Hassan Whiteside Eric Frederick Brian Cusworth The following players have been added: DaJuan Summers (MNE) Dominique Johnson (CTN) Antoine Wright (RNO) The following NBA players have been assigned: Perry Jones III (TUL from OKC) – 12/03 Kris Joseph (MNE from BOS) – 12/02 Nando de Colo (AUS from SAS)…
Read MoreJohnson, Hollins named NBA Coaches of the Month
The Brooklyn Nets’ Avery Johnson and the Memphis Grizzlies’ Lionel Hollins today were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in October and November. Johnson led the Nets to an 11-4 (.733) mark in October and November, with the 11 wins tying for the most in the…
Read MoreNCAA: Top the same, Kentucky & UCLA dive
(Above- Gonzaga winning the Old Spice Classic has helped fuel their quick rise in the polls). There were no big surprises in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Associated Press and the USA Today/Coaches Poll Top 10 this week, but the rest of the Top 25 had a few major moves with some previously ranked squads falling heavy after unexpected loses and some new clubs knocking on the door of the Top 10 with some big wins.
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