Archive for 2012
Lamar Karim signs contract with Dinamo Tbilisi
Lamar Karim (1.78m, college: Southern Polytechnic State University) signed a new deal with Dinamo Tbilisi (Georgia-Superleague) for the 2012-13 season. He most recently suited up for Petrolina AEK Larnaca (Cyprus-Division A).
Read MoreKarim Souchu to replace Edwin Ubiles with Cholet
Edwin Ubiles (1.98m, college: Siena) and the management of Cholet Basket (France-ProA) have mutually decided that Ubiles will officially leave the team due to the injury an injury he sustained on his foot recently. He will return to the US for his rehab work. In his place will be Karim Souchu (1.98m) who recently signed…
Read MoreIsrael, Turkey, Switzerland leagues start
As the calendar months inch closer to the end of the year, the basketball calendar continues to get more crowded with more leagues starting their seasons. This past weekend, the Israel Winner League, the Turkish Basketball League and the Switzerland LNA opened play. Israel Winner League The Israel Winner League opened their 59th season with…
Read MoreDennis Horner inks contract with Artland Dragons
Dennis Horner (2.06m, college: North Carolina State) penned a new contract with Artland Dragons (Germany-BBL) that is currently a short-term (two weeks) deal, but can be extended if things work out between Horner and the club. He spent last season splitting his time between the D-League Springfield Armour, where he averaged 17.4 points and 8.4…
Read MoreRudy Etilopy inks deal with Liverpool Mersey
Rudy Etilopy (2.08m) signed a new deal with Liverpool Mersey Tigers (United Kingdom-BBL). Last season he played for BC Carnieres (Belgium-D2).
Read MoreBobby Knight to sell rings, Olympic Medal
NEW YORK (AP) — Hall of Famer Bob Knight is selling his championship basketball rings and Olympic gold medal for what he considers a very good reason: the education of his grandchildren. A collection of the former coach’s memorabilia will be auctioned by Steiner Sports Memorabilia. It’s part of a sale that features the jersey…
Read MoreSacramento Kings Arena to become Sleep Train Arena
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Oct. 15, 2012 — The Sacramento Kings and Sleep Train Mattress Centers today announced a new, multi-year strategic marketing partnership to include venue naming rights for the Sacramento Kings home arena, host to hundreds of events annually—headlined by NBA basketball, high-profile concerts, family-themed shows and cultural experiences. “On behalf of the entire Sacramento…
Read MoreNCAA Coaching shift underway
College basketball is in full practice mode, and if the off-season told us anything it is to appreciate the masters at work. Because they won’t be out there forever. No Jim Calhoun this season. Retired. No Rick Majerus. Heart issues. Roy Williams had a cancer scare on both kidneys. But still. In no sport does…
Read MoreJason Detrick signs with Apollon
Jason Detrick (195 cm, Oklahoma’04) has signed with Apollon Limassol from Cyprus. Last season Jason Detrick played in the Spanish LEB Gold for Lleida where he averaged 14.2 ppg. Detrick and Apollon have agreed on an “open” contract which allows the player to leave if he gets a better offer from elsewhere.
Read MoreDarren Fenn signs with Hitachi Sunrockers
Darren Fenn (208 cm, Canisius’01) has signed in Japan with the Hitachi Sunrockers from the JBL. The last seven seasons Darren Fenn played in the German Bundesliga for several top-teams.
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