Barely Hoops Podcast: Lev (Lisco 2000) on Dario Šarić, Fandom & More
BallinEurope has launched a new podcast, Barely Hoops, and its debut episode sets the tone with a conversation that blends basketball fandom, identity, and personal journeys. Host Emmet Ryan is joined by Lev, aka Lisco 2000, who is widely known for their fandom of Dario Šarić. Emmet and Lev explore what it means to follow […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Fenerbahce v Monaco: Two Roads, One Euroleague Title
It all comes down to this. Fenerbahce, led by Sarunas Jasikevicius, and AS Monaco, led by Vassilis Spanoulis, conclude the Euroleague Final Four and, indeed, the whole season, with the title game in Abu Dhabi. Emmet Ryan on what to expect on Sunday night. After 34 regular season rounds, the playoffs, and the Euroleague Final […]
Euroleague Final Four: Olympiacos vs AS Monaco preview
It’s Vassilis Spanoulis against the club where he made his legacy. The second semi-final of the Euroleague Final Four in Abu Dhabi pits Olympiacos against AS Monaco. Emmet Ryan breaks it down and makes his fearless prediction. This sport isn’t scripted but you could hardly have written a better one for this. Vassilis Spanoulis, in […]
Euroleague Final Four: Panathinaikos vs Fenerbahce preview
The time for talk is almost over. The Euroleague Final Four tips off in Abu Dhabi on Friday as Panathinaikos, the defending champions, take on an impressive Fenerbahce side. Emmet Ryan breaks down the first semi-final and makes his pick to progress. The heat in Abu Dhabi is roasting. Even in the air-conditioned confines of […]
Olympiacos vs Panathinaikos? Euroleague’s Dream Derby Looms
It would require both of them winning on Friday in the Euroleague Final Four. Still, a potential clash of Olympiacos and Panathinaikos in Abu Dhabi would be an extraordinary way to cap the season. Emmet Ryan on why the rare possibility holds so much intrigue in Greece and far beyond. This column is being written […]
The Coaches Defining the 2025 Euroleague Final Four
The Euroleague Final Four is a showcase for the star players but Abu Dhabi will also feature four great minds of the game. Emmet Ryan on the men that will make the big decisions from the sidelines. It’s time to meet the head coaches: Ergin Ataman (Panathinaikos), Georgios Bartzokas (Olympiacos), Sarunas Jasikevicius (Fenerbahce), and Vassilis […]
Fenerbahce’s best shot since 2017?
Fenerbahce return to the Euroleague Final Four with their eyes on the prize. In its second straight appearance at the final weekend of the season, can Sarunas Jasikevicius take the Turkish powerhouse all the way in Abu Dhabi? Fenerbahce were never sleeping giants but they had, really since 2019, taken a visible step back. The […]