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Best player of EuroBasket 2025 Final speaks about NBA interest
Germany obtained European crown after beating Turkiye in EuroBasket 2025 Final. Germany Slovenia 99-91 Germany Finland 98-86 Türkiye Germany 83-88 Isaac Bonga was crowned as player of the game, contributing with 20 points (4/4 3PT, 4/7 2PT) and 5 rebounds and three assists. "It's crazy, I don't know how to explain it, but it's crazy, such a great feeling," Bonga started for Meridian Sport.
Former Lakers forward named Best Defender of EuroBasket 2025
Germany’s forward Isaac Bonga has been named the Best Defender of EuroBasket 2025. Team: Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade Position: SF Age: 25 Height: 204 cm Weight: 82 kg Birth place: Germany The former Los Angeles Lakers forward was outstanding throughout the tournament, playing elite defense against some of EuroBasket’s biggest stars while also posing a threat from beyond the three-point line.
Ergin Ataman named Best Coach of EuroBasket 2025
Ergin Ataman has been named Best Coach of FIBA EuroBasket 2025 after guiding Turkiye to their first podium finish in 24 years. Türkiye Poland 91-77 Greece Türkiye 68-94 Türkiye Germany 83-88 The 59-year-old led his team to the EuroBasket Final, where they fell 88-83 to an unbeaten Germany squad. This marked Turkiye’s second-ever EuroBasket Final appearance, the first being in 2001, and matched their silver medal finish from the FIBA World Cup 2010.
EuroBasket 2025 All-Star Five announced
The EuroBasket 2025 All-Tournament Team has been announced. Position: PF Age: 28 Height: 213 cm Weight: 116 kg Birth place: Finland Greece’s star Giannis Antetokounmpo, Slovenia’s Luka Doncic, Turkiye’s Alperen Sengun, and Germany’s stars Dennis Schroder and Franz Wagner have been included in the tournament’s All-Star Five. More to follow... Like what we are doing? Support us by becoming BN+ member.
Malik Beasley’s attorney comments on NBA investigation
Free-agent guard Malik Beasley remains under NBA review, and his attorney says the ongoing investigation is impacting his offseason plans. Position: SG Age: 28 Height: 196 cm Weight: 86 kg Birth place: Atlanta, United States of America Steve Haney, Beasley’s lawyer, spoke to the Detroit Free Press about the league’s probe, which is looking into potential misconduct under the collective bargaining agreement.
Dirk Nowitzki praises Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg:
Dirk Nowitzki, the Dallas Mavericks legend and Hall of Famer, had high praise for rookie Cooper Flagg during his charity fundraiser event in Dallas. Position: PF, SF Age: 18 Height: 206 cm Weight: 93 kg Birth place: United States of America Nowitzki, who spent 21 seasons with the Mavs, hosted the fundraiser to support children facing illness, poverty, abuse, and neglect. Flagg, the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, attended the event as a guest of honor.
Spurs sign guard coming off serious injury
The San Antonio Spurs have signed free agent guard Isaiah Miller, who averaged 14.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists in 15 games during the 2024–25 season in the G-League before suffering a torn right ACL in February. Credit: AP - Scanpix The San Antonio Spurs have signed a new guard for the upcoming 2025–26 NBA season.
Key guard won’t return to Knicks next season
One of last season’s key rotation guards reportedly won’t return to the New York Knicks for the upcoming season. Position: PG Age: 31 Height: 188 cm Weight: 84 kg Birth place: Memphis, United States of America According to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post, Cameron Payne is set to continue his career elsewhere. The 31-year-old averaged 6.9 points, 2.8 assists, and 1.4 rebounds across 72 regular-season games for New York during the 2024–25 campaign.
Nikola Mirotic weighs in on Monaco's key addition, EuroBasket winner
Monaco’s preseason preparation games are already providing drama and promise. In Nicosia, at the Neofitos Handriotis tournament, the French powerhouse edged Olympiacos 83–80 in overtime thanks to a clutch three-pointer from Mike James. But beyond the buzzer-beater, it was Nikola Mirotic who stole the spotlight with a dominant display. The former EuroLeague MVP poured in 20 points and grabbed seven rebounds, proving that even in a friendly setting he can tilt the floor in Monaco’s favor.
Serbian federation confirms Svetislav Pesic exit after EuroBasket failure
The Serbian national basketball team is entering a period of transition after a disappointing EuroBasket 2025 campaign that ended in the Round of 16 against Finland. What was hinted at after the 2024 Paris Olympics has now been confirmed: Svetislav Pesic will no longer serve as head coach of the team once his contract expires on September 30. The news was made official by Nebojsa Covic, president of the Basketball Association of Serbia (KSS), during a morning TV appearance on Prva.
Partizan sports director breaks down roster plans, transfer strategy
Partizan Belgrade enter the new season with a mix of excitement and unease. Reinforcements have arrived, Zeljko Obradovic remains at the helm, and expectations are — as always — enormous. Position: PF, C Age: 58 Height: 205 cm Weight: 105 kg Birth place: Zenica, Serbia Yet for sports director Zoran Savic, the landscape of European basketball has rarely looked so complicated. “This season is one of the most difficult so far,” Savić admitted in an interview with Partizan TV.
Paul George thinks Luka Doncic could be the GOAT of international NBA players
After committing himself to a full offseason of conditioning, Luka Doncic shed weight, transformed his body, and arrived at EuroBasket 2025 looking sharper than ever. The results spoke for themselves: Slovenia, considered a long shot to advance, surged all the way to the quarterfinals behind Doncic’s tournament-leading numbers. He carried his country past expectations, showcasing the skill, leadership, and competitive fire that once made him the face of the NBA’s international future.
EuroBasket semifinal hits record ratings in Greece
Greece’s EuroBasket 2025 run continues to grip the nation, with the semifinal clash against Turkiye setting new records for public broadcaster ERT1. Greece Israel 84-79 Lithuania Greece 76-87 Greece Türkiye 68-94 Greece Finland Sun 14:00 According to an official press release, the live broadcast of the Greece–Turkiye semifinal on Friday night drew a staggering peak audience share of 69.5%, one of the highest ever recorded for a basketball game on Greek television.
Bronny James reveals what it felt like to share the floor with LeBron
Bronny James has always lived under the glare of the spotlight. Growing up as the eldest son of LeBron James meant that cameras, comparisons, and expectations followed him long before his first professional dribble. Position: PG, SG Age: 20 Height: 191 cm Weight: 82 kg Birth place: Akron, United States of America But when the Los Angeles Lakers used the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft to select him, that spotlight intensified. Suddenly, Bronny wasn’t just LeBron’s son—he was his teammate.
Ime Udoka shares Kevin Durant’s advice for Rockets’ young players
Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka opened up about Kevin Durant approach to joining his new team, highlighting the star’s focus on empowering teammates rather than dominating the offense. Position: PF Age: 36 Height: 211 cm Weight: 109 kg Birth place: Washington, United States of America “He wants to kind of be implemented into the group and people not take a backseat to him. That’s his message to a lot of the young guys.
NBA analysts blast a new rule change
The NBA’s latest rule change on end-of-quarter heaves has sparked sharp criticism from analysts and former players. Under the new rule, unsuccessful shots at the end of quarters—long-range heaves—will no longer count against a player’s individual field-goal percentage. Instead, missed attempts will only count for the team, not the player. Richard Jefferson did not hold back on his thoughts. "This is cowardly! We don’t want it to count towards your %…… UNLESS YOU MAKE IT.
Luka weight loss may have slowed Slovenia EuroBasket start, coach says
Zmago Sagadin, the veteran coach and first head coach of the Slovenia national team, believes Luka Doncic weight loss could have affected Slovenia’s start at EuroBasket 2025. Italy Slovenia 77-84 Germany Slovenia 99-91 Sagadin, who has 37 years of coaching experience, predicted before the tournament that Slovenia would fight for medals—and he was partially right. "Luka Doncic lost 12 kg, which was necessary for his body. At the beginning, he needed a few games to reach top form.
Luka Doncic’s long-time teammate expected to retire from Slovenia NT
Luka Doncic long-time teammate Edo Muric is expected to retire from the Slovenia national team after more than a decade of service. Position: PG, SG Age: 26 Height: 201 cm Weight: 104 kg Birth place: Ljubljana, Slovenia Over 14 years, Muric competed in seven major tournaments and appeared in 100 games for Slovenia, leaving a lasting impact on the program.
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