Europe
Point Shaving alleged from Croatia-Cyprus EB match-up
The Cyprus Basketball Federation is considering an inquiry into allegations that there was an attempt to manipulate the score in the Croatia-Cyprus EuroBasket 2013 game held on August 18th. Citing reliable sources, various media outlets in Cyprus are stating that large bets were placed on the game and that Croatia would cover a 50-point spread…
Read MoreDwayne Broyles out eight weeks for Orleans
Dwayne Broyles (1.96m, college: JMU), who just recently signed with Orleans (France – ProA), is said to be out for at least eight weeks due to a patellar tendon injury. With Broyles out, Orleans is looking for a temporary replacement until he is able to return to the lineup.
Read MoreJoey Dorsey’s backboard shattering dunk
After a great no-look, behind the back pass from a teammate, Joey Dorsey (2.03m, college: Memphis) of Greek squad Olympiacos B.C., gives everyone an unscheduled break when he throws down a glass shattering dunk. Might be time to invest in some break away rims… [embedplusvideo height=”298″ width=”480″ standard=”http://www.youtube.com/v/C1D-J57RTrE?fs=1″ vars=”ytid=C1D-J57RTrE&width=480&height=298&start=&stop=&rs=w&hd=0&autoplay=0&react=1&chapters=¬es=” id=”ep9099″ /]
Read MoreLuc Louves signs with Charleroi
Luc Louves has signed with Belgian team Spirou Charleroi for the upcoming season. The French power forward, who played for Optima Gent in Belgium (D1) the last couple of seasons, will play for the Division II team of Charleroi while practicing with the first team as well.
Read MoreMalcolm Kirkland fails medical at Balikesir
Malcolm Kirkland (203 cm, Arkansas State’12)has failed the medical examination at his Turkish 2nd division club BEST Balikesir. It would have been the first professional contract for Malcolm Kirkland. Last season he played for Arkansas State and averaged 12.1 ppg and 6.2 rpg in the Sunbelt.
Read MoreManny Harris comes to Ukraine after time in the NBA
Manny Harris (1.93m, college: Michigan) and signed on to play with Azovmash (Ukraine – VTB) during the 2012-13 campaign. Harris began his professional career in the NBA during the 2010-11 season with the Cleveland Cavaliers playing in 54 games and averaging 5.6 points ans 2.6 rebounds. He was waived by the Cavs in Dec. of…
Read MoreJuwann James moves to Lions de Geneve
Juwann James (1.98m, college: JMU) has agreed to terms with Lions de Geneve (Switzerland-LNA) for the 2012-13 season. James arrives from Denain ASC Voltaire (France-ProB) where he averaged 14.8 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game. Prior to that he was with Vendee Challans Basket (France-NM1), where he contributed 16.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and…
Read MoreBasketball brawl in China
Basketball brawl in China. Again. Last year the Brazilian National Team and the University of Georgetown were involved in a massive basketball brawl while playing friendly games in China. The video clips of those fights went around the world. Now, OKK Belgrade from Serbia visited China and played a friendly game against Jiangsu Dragons and…
Read MoreMike Moore Signs With BC Siauliai
Mike Moore (195 cm, Hofstra’12) has signed a contract with BC Siauliai of the Lithuanian Basketball League. Moore led Hofstra in scoring last season at 19.9 points per game and earned Colonial Athletic Association second-team honors.
Read MoreJohn Edwards signs with Minsk-2006
John Edwards (213 cm, Kent State’04) has signed with Minsk-2006 from Belarus. This team also participates in the very strong VTB League. John Edwards played last season in Poland with Turow where he averaged 6.9 ppg and 2.2 rpg. Edwards also played in the D-League, Puerto Rico, Greece and the Ukraine.
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