Archive for 2017
Matt Lojeski crosses the Greek divide
Seasoned EuroLeague performer Matt Lojeski (198 cm, Hawaii’07) has penned a deal to move to Panathinaikos Athens (Greece, A1 and EuroLeague). The Belgian joins K.C. Rivers, Nikos Pappas, and Nick Calathes as the key guards for the Greek giant. American-born Matt Lojeski is coming off four seasons with Panathinaikos’ bitter rival Olympiacos. It is unlikely…
Read MoreErik McCree goes pro with Nizhny Novgorod
Erik McCree (203 cm, Louisiana Tech’17) will begin his professional career this 2017-18 with a stint in Europe. He has signed a deal to play for BC Nizhny Novgorod (Russia-VTB). The 23-year-old forward appeared in a total of 33 games in his senior year at Lousiana Tech. McCree recorded well-rounded averages of 17.7 ppg and…
Read MoreZach Randolph out on bail for drug charges
Zach Randolph was recently released from jail after posting $20,000 bail. He was arrested on Wednesday for possession of marijuana with the intent to sell. By law, the intent was determined by the sheer amount the forward had in his possession, which was reportedly two pounds worth of the illegal drug in his backpack. The…
Read MoreBenjamin Simons inks with Obradoiro
Benjamin Simons (203 cm, Drake’13) will be reinforcing the roster of Rio Natura Monbus Obradoiro CAB (Spain-Liga Endesa) this 2017-18. This will be Benjamin’s first stint with a Spanish club, so this will mean he will be facing a new set of challenges as he plays in a new league. Simons is coming over to…
Read MoreFIBA Asia Cup: round 2 wraps
The second round of the FIBA Asia Cup 2017 group phase continued on Thursday. After four games opened the round yesterday, the final four contests of Day 2 were held. On the day, there were victories for Japan, Australia, South Korea, and New Zealand. Group C Korea put in the performance of the round with…
Read MoreHollis Thompson landed by Olympiacos
Hollis Thompson (203 cm, Georgetown’12) is taking his game to Europe this 2017-18 after agreeing to terms on a deal to play for Greek powerhouse, Olympiacos S.F.P. Pireus (Greece-A1). This will be Thompson’s first pro gig outside of the U.S., marking a new chapter in his career. Hollis Thompson began the 2016-17 season with the…
Read More2017 FIBA Asia Cup Day 2: Mixed results from China, Iran
Day 2 of the 2017 FIBA Asia Cup was chock full of brilliantly exciting games. Eight more teams took to the hardwood to play out their openers. Groups A and B had two games each. Tournament favorites China and Iran came up with mixed results in their first games of the competition. Group A Jordan…
Read MoreDonatas Motiejunas pens with Shandong
Donatas Motiejunas (213 cm) has signed a deal to play for the Shandong Golden Stars (China-CBA) this 2017. Motiejunas is a 26-year-old Lithuanian international player who has been a member of the Lithuanian National Team since 2010. He spent the 2016-17 season on the roster of the New Orleans Pelicans. In 34 games, Donatas recorded…
Read MoreRyan Pearson to play for Dijon
Ryan Pearson (198 cm, George Mason’12) has agreed to terms on a deal to play for JDA Dijon Bourgogne (France-Pro A) this 2017-18. This will be a fresh start for Pearson but he is not coming from very far, having played for Le Mans Sarthe Basket (France-Pro A) in 2016-17. The 27-year-old George Mason University…
Read MoreKnicks hire Craig Robinson, Obama’s brother-in-law
The New York Knicks have hired Craig Robinson to be part of their coaching staff. Robinson was the former head coach of the Oregon State basketball team. Robinson also happens to be the brother-in-law of former U.S. President Barack Obama. He will be reportedly be involved in player development as well as being the general…
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