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Lithuania outsmarts Finland as Jonas Valanciunas steps back

Jonas Valanciunas caught everyone off guard by taking a step back for Lithuania at EuroBasket 2025. A tactical masterstroke by Rimas Kurtinaitis was too much for Lauri Markkanen and Finland to overcome. It was a simple plan that caught everyone napping. Of course Rimas Kurtinaitis, a coach with about as broad a range of experience […]

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Germany’s Easy Win Lets Franz Wagner Find His Rhythm

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Finland thrive as Lauri Markkanen shifts to defensive role

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Great Britain’s EuroBasket reality check in Sweden loss

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Daniel Theis proves vital in Germany’s EuroBasket plan

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Finland’s Defense Needs Miikka Muurinen to Ease Markkanen Load

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Miika Muurinen Shows Mamba Mentality at EuroBasket 2025

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Barely Hoops – FIBA commentator Jeff Taylor ahead of EuroBasket 2025

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Marc Steutel: Great Britain Block Out BBF–SLB Chaos at EuroBasket 2025

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Jonas Valanciunas shows his value as Lithuania’s anchor at EuroBasket

Jonas Valanciunas took care of business early as Lithuania swept Montenegro aside at EuroBasket 2025. The fate of Lithuania in this tournament rests on the shoulders of the Denver Nuggets man. Emmet Ryan on how JV delivered while also keeping something in reserve. Lithuania had a plan. Get the absolute most out of Jonas Valanciunas […]

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EuroBasket 2025: Schroder and Germany’s Old Guard Step Up

It was a day for the old guard on Friday as Germany’s veterans took control in the first half to kill off Sweden’s challenge. Emmet Ryan on how Daniel Theis, Maodo Lo, and, of course, Dennis Schroder are key to their hopes at EuroBasket 2025 With Franz Wagner starring in his birthday game on the […]

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Lauri Markkanen powers Finland past Sweden in EuroBasket 2025 thriller

Those of a nervous disposition wouldn’t have been able to handle the Nokia Arena on Tuesday night. Lauri Markkanen and Finland were pushed to the absolute limit by Sweden in EuroBasket 2025 Not for the first time, Lauri Markkanen was playing a home game in EuroBasket. The difference between EuroBasket 2017 and EuroBasket 2025 was […]

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Franz Wagner Celebrates Birthday with a win at EuroBasket 2025

It was a working birthday for Franz Wagner as he took the floor with Germany against Montenegro. The 24 year old Orlando Magic star shone as the Mannschaft won their opening EuroBasket 2025 game in Tampere. There was no time for Franz Wagner to party on his birthday. With German fans holding up a happy […]

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Great Britain Show Fight but Fall to Lithuania at EuroBasket 2025

The attitude of Great Britain in their opening game of EuroBasket 2025 was an enormous improvement from three years ago. The result however was all too familiar. With Jonas Valanciunas never leaving first gear, Lithuania cruised to victory. Marc Steutel’s side received a tough reminder of what’s required at this level in Tampere. Pretty much […]

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Which Underdog Teams Are Reshaping WNBA Betting Expectations?

The 2025 WNBA season has proven that preseason predictions are often nothing more than educated guesses. The perennial contenders still dominate the headlines, but a trio of unexpected teams has forced fans, analysts, and casual observers to rethink everything they thought they knew about the league. From stunning upsets to unthinkable win streaks, underdogs are […]

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What Ireland Learned From Sold-Out Friendlies With Norway

Ireland’s national teams stepped onto the floor with Norway at the weekend and Emmet Ryan took it all in. One win, one defeat. More importantly, lots of reps for the men and women despite missing quite a few bodies. Ireland’s national teams could do with more time together but, as short stints go, this was […]

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EuroBasket 2025 Guide: Teams, Groups, Predictions and Betting Tips

EuroBasket 2025 begins in late August this year, spanning across four nations in the continent. 24 national teams are set to compete over four weeks in a battle for European supremacy; these four host countries include Cyprus (Limassol), Finland (Tampere), Poland (Katowice), and Latvia (Riga). The hosts received automatic qualifications and will be joined by 20 […]

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Biggest WNBA Underdogs: Can Fever or Wings Pull Off July Shocks?

Indiana and Dallas aren’t just fighting for wins, they’re fighting for respect. As the WNBA heads into its All Star break, these two underdog teams face defining moments. The Indiana Fever, energized by Caitlin Clark’s leadership, shows flashes of rising dominance. Meanwhile, the injury-hit Dallas Wings battle to stay afloat, banking on grit and a […]

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Salt Lake Summer League 2025: Team Breakdowns, Betting Angles & Final Forecasts

What Lies Ahead The Salt Lake City Summer League will take place in the Huntsman Center on July 5, July 7, and July 8 in 2025, a temporary move, with the Delta Center getting a makeover. The four developmental teams that have been included in this year’s showcase include the Utah Jazz, the Oklahoma City […]

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Top European NBA prospects for the 2025 Draft

This year marks the 79th iteration of the NBA draft. And almost every year, European players share the spotlight with American talent. The continent has birthed some of the NBA’s finest players, including MVPs like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokić, as well as stars like  Luka Dončić and Rudy Gobert. This year, as well, several […]

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Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a Lock for Finals MVP?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t just arrive in the NBA spotlight this season—he owned it. Oklahoma City’s star guard has gone from under-the-radar standout to legitimate regular season MVP winner, putting up numbers that demand attention. But as the season nears its end and the finals heat up, there’s one big question: Is SGA really a lock […]

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