Archive for November 23, 2017
Turkish Airlines EuroLeague: home comforts in round 9
All eyes were on the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague on Thursday as Round 9 of the regular season got underway. There were four games to open the round, and as usual, the final four contests of the week will play out on Friday. It was a good day to be at home unless you are from…
Read MoreNBA mulling G-League expansion in Mexico
There are currently 30 NBA minor league teams. A 31st franchise could soon be established in Mexico City if the NBA goes ahead with a G-League expansion. NBA commissioner Adam Siver is taking a serious look at opening up the NBA to the southern border. The NBA will announce a new basketball development and training…
Read MoreRussia withdraws nomination from 2023 FIBA World Cup
Russia is now out of the running to host the 2023 FIBA World Cup after the Russian Basketball Federation officially withdrew its candidature. The comes on the heels of Turkey’s withdrawal as a host as well. With both countries out, there are no more European countries left. The race is now down to two nominations.…
Read MoreTyler Stone heads to Japan
Tyler Stone (203 cm, SE Missouri State’14) has agreed to terms on a deal with the Shimane Susanoo Magic (Japan-B1 League) for the 2017-18 season. Stone transfers there after having started the season with Hapoel Galil Gilboa (Israel-Winner League). He played seven games for them before parting ways and the Southeastern Missouri State University product…
Read MoreDonta Smith signed by Brindisi
Donta Smith (201 cm, Southeastern Illinois’04) will be a new veteran presence on the roster of New Basket Brindisi (Italy-Serie A) this season. Smith is a 33-year-old American international basketball player who also holds a passport from Venezuela. He played for the Venezuelan National Team from 2013 to 2015. Smith recently finished a 32-game stint…
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