Archive for 2016
Scottie Reynolds departs Enel Brindisi
Scottie Reynolds (188 cm, Villanova’10) has parted ways with Italian outfit Enel Basket Brindisi (Italy-Serie A) and is now a free agent. This 2015-16 season Scottie played four games for them in the Eurocup and was able to average 11.0 ppg and 3.5 apg. He also logged a total of 16 games in the domestic…
Read MoreEurocup: Galatasaray first to Final Four
After losing 99-89 on the road in Germany last week in Game 1 of the Eurocup Quarterfinals, Galatasaray had an uphill battle on its hands back in Istanbul. However, the Turkish team is always capable in front of the heated droves who pack into the Abdi Ipecki arena in the caldron of Istanbul. During a…
Read MoreSebastien Bellin injured in Brussels Bombing
Twin bomb blasts rocked the Zaventem airport in Brussels, Belgium on Tuesday. There were 11 casualties and dozens of people were injured. An hour after, another explosion took place, this time at Maelbeek metro station. Again, multiple casualties and injuries were reported as well. The attacks prompted Belgium to raise its terror alert to its…
Read MoreTerrence Shannon now with Gaiteros
Terrence Shannon (203 cm, Elgin CC’99) is a fresh addition to the roster of Gaiteros de Zulia (Venezuela-LPB) this 2016. The veteran journeyman has already made his debut for his new team and he posted an impressive double-double, scoring 17 points and grabbing 16 rebounds. He was originally set to play for Plaza Fernando Valerio…
Read MoreMike Martin signs with Moncton Miracles
Mike Martin (203 cm, Chico State’08) is making his way back to Canada’s NBL after agreeing to terms with the Moncton Miracles. In late February 2016 Martin signed with Al Shurtah Police (Iraq-Suprleague). The 30-year-old veteran began the 2015-16 season on the roster of the Island Storm (Canada-NBL). Martin was able to play a dozen…
Read MoreBasketball Champions League Launched
Paris, France – With over 200 guests in attendance, FIBA officially launched the Basketball Champions League at the Maison du Sport. The league’s inaugural season will tip off this 2016-17 and begin on September 27th 2016. 32 teams will participate in the regular season. 24 teams will qualify directly, while eight other teams will advance…
Read MoreCorey Webster added by Koroivos
ASA Koroivos Amaliadas (Greece-A1) have picked up Corey Webster (188 cm, Lambuth’08) this 2016. Corey is an international basketball player from New Zealand who has been a member of the New Zealand national team since 2008. He has spent majority of his pro career playing in the Australian NBL prior to agreeing to terms with…
Read MoreNCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Set
The dust has settled after the exciting resolution of the 2nd Round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Only 16 teams remain, comprising the “NCAA Tournament Sweet 16.” The third stage of the tournament is set to resume on March 24th. There were, as usual, the fair share of upsets and surprises. However, this season…
Read MoreMega Leks sweeps Buducnost 2-0
From the very beginning the Adriatic League semi-final match-up between BC Mega Leks and KK Buducnost Voli Podgorica was a “David vs. Goliath” affair. Buducnost was dominant throughout the regular season and even ended as the regular season champions. Game 1 was a surprise to many as Mega Leks came up with the 81-85 upset…
Read MoreEuroleague: Malaga and Zagreb out
After CSKA Moscow punched its ticket to the last 8 and Barcelona downed Real Madrid in the Euroleague on Thursday, there was more subdued program of games on Friday. All as important nonetheless, and while the evening’s action may seem like an undercard to Thursday’s giant games, as always the Euroleague delivered the goods.
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