Calm Keenan Evans keeps Euroleague hopes alive for Zalgiris Kaunas
It was undoubtedly Edmond Sumner’s night but a cool headed performance from Keenan Evans proved crucial for Zalgiris Kaunas. His efficient performance guided them past Olimpia Milano in a must-win game late in the Euroleague Basketball season. This one went eerily close to the script but Zalgiris Kaunas won’t mind. Keenan Evans and Edmond Sumner […]
Preview: Virtus Bologna vs Panathinaikos – Euroleague Round 32
It’s all about playoff positioning when Panathinaikos take on Virtus Bologna in Euroleague Basketball on Friday Panathinaikos and Virtus Bologna both have postseason basketball in their near futures but Friday’s clash will test their mettle in a clash of Euroleague Basketball heavyweights. Key details Who: Virtus Bologna (17-14) vs Panathinaikos (20-11) Where: Virtus Segafredo Arena […]
Preview: Zalgiris Kaunas vs Olimpia Milano – Euroleague Round 32
It’s all but an elimination game in Euroleague Basketball on Thursday as Zalgiris Kaunas host Olimpia Milano The race for the last spot in the play-ins is as tight as it gets. Who will make it to the postseason of Euroleague Basketball when Zalgiris Kaunas host Olimpia Milano? Key details Who: Zalgiris Kaunas (13-18) vs […]
Preview: FC Bayern Munich vs Zalgiris Kaunas – Euroleague Round 29
The clock is ready to hit midnight but who will still be at the ball after Zalgiris Kaunas host FC Bayern Munich in Euroleague Basketball action on Friday? The odds are against both sides and the situation is grim. Still, hope of reaching the play-ins of Euroleague Basketball remains alive for both Zalgiris Kaunas and […]
Preview: Olympiacos vs Panathinaikos – Euroleague Round 29
It’s the simplest question in Euroleague Basketball or all of basketball in general. Are you Red or are you Green? Olympiacos host Panathinaikos on Thursday in the Greek derby The Greek derby in Euroleague Basketball never needs any extra hype. This Thursday’s clash of Panathinaikos and Olympiacos has more on the line than usual. The […]
Basketball betting: A game of skill and thrill
There’s much more to basketball than just watching a game. The quick action of the game is the perfect basis for an exciting sports betting experience, which turns an ordinary game into an exciting one and if If this sounds interesting, you should know that betting on basketball is not only about luck but knowledge […]
The Hawks’ Struggle: Unpacking the 114-102 Loss to Brooklyn
Following an unexpected upswing in their performance after Trae Young’s injury announcement, where the Hawks convincingly won the first two games, their recent encounters against the Brooklyn Nets have marked a noticeable downturn. Their latest 114-102 loss isn’t just a number. It reflects persisting issues that haven’t been addressed since their previous game. Despite avoiding […]
Preview: Partizan vs Anadolu Efes – Euroleague Round 27
The battle to make the postseason of Euroleague Basketball is entering the final strait. Who comes out on top when Partizan host Anadolu Efes in Belgrade The chances to make the play-in places, never mind the playoff places, are reducing in Euroleague Basketball. Partizan and Anadolu Efes meet on Thursday in a game that feels […]
Anthony Polite raises the standard as Switzerland beat Ireland
It was a rough outing for Ireland as Anthony Polite of Rio Breogan showed the step up in class require-d at this level of basketball. He guided Switzerland to a comfortable win in their 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifier Ireland came into Sunday’s 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifier against Switzerland with confidence after a solid […]
Matt Treacy: Ireland must step up and compete
Following an impressive albeit losing effort in Kosovo, Matt Treacy wants him and his team mates to take the next step forward against Switzerland in Sunday’s 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifier. With Treacy plying his trade in the Alpine nation with Gold Coast Wallabies, he hopes to provide some inside info to his national team […]
Derrick Lang: What Ireland basketball can expect from Switzerland
The men’s Ireland basketball team takes on Switzerland in 2027 FIBA World Cup qualification on Sunday. Former pro and current Swiss-based coach Derrick Lang spoke to BiE on what to expect Switzerland has become Derrick Lang’s home, after a pro basketball career that brought him there and has him coaching in the country now. Lang […]
Debutant James Beckom keen to make an impact for Ireland
The call-up came by text and James Beckom is hungry to take his shot. The UCC Blue Demons man spoke to BallinEurope about making his debut for the men’s Ireland basketball team in the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers A call-up to the national squad was always on the cards for James Beckom at some […]
A new look Ireland takes aim at the 2027 FIBA World Cup
There are new faces and old amongst the Ireland men’s basketball team as they step up for their 2027 FIBA World Cup pre-qualifiers this week against Kosovo and Switzerland. With Irish basketball, every test presents a new opportunity and head coach Mark Keenan knows that well Mark Keenan is back at the helm but the […]