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Franz stars and Dennis delivers as Germany win EuroBasket

Franz Wagner and Isaac Bonga did the heavy lifting, Dennis Schroder had a captain’s sense of timing and Germany became EuroBasket 2025 champions. A heroic display by Alperen Sengun and Türkiye wasn’t enough in a game that will go down as one of the great continental deciders of all-time. Emmet Ryan reports on a classic […]

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Giannis guides Greece to bronze at EuroBasket

They got there in the end but it came with plenty of drama. It wasn’t the colour Greece wanted in Riga but, after 16 years of waiting, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the rest of the roster will be thrilled to finally win a medal. The Greeks were just too much for a Finland side that was […]

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A clash of golden generations: EuroBasket 2025 final preview

Germany, powered by Franz Wagner and Dennis Schroder, are enjoying their greatest ever spell in basketball. Türkiye, with Alperen Sengun and the mind of Ergin Ataman, are seeking a first ever major title. Something’s got to give in the final of EuroBasket 2025 It all comes down to this. Behind Franz Wagner and Dennis Schroder […]

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Diving into Deutschland’s depth

It has been the outstanding feature of Germany’s performance of EuroBasket 2025. They always have another option. For all of the star power of Franz Wagner and Dennis Schroder, Germany have so many more weapons besides them. Ahead of Sunday’s final with Türkiye, Emmet Ryan on how Germany have maximised the impact of their deep […]

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Ergin Ataman is ready for this moment

All the hype for Türkiye is understandably focused on Alperen Sengun. The Houston Rockets player is a star but, writes Emmet Ryan, it’s how Ergin Ataman uses him and the rest of this roster that has them poised to take the EuroBasket 2025 title. There are few characters like Ergin Ataman. His wild statements to […]

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Jorge Garbajosa: NBA Europe will happen

FIBA Europe president Jorge Garbajosa refused to commit to a timeline but reiterated that NBA Europe will happen. Garbajosa, alongside FIBA Europe executive director Kamil Novak, addressed this topic and more with the media in their end of tournament press conference for EuroBasket 2025. The medals don’t get decided until Sunday but EuroBasket 2025 Saturday […]

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Türkiye run riot as Ercan Osmani erupts

Ercan Osmani going god mode was not on anyone’s bingo card. He was the star of the show but far from the only one as Alperen Sengun, Cedi Osman, and more guided Türkiye to the final of EuroBasket 2025. Emmet Ryan on a night when Ergin Ataman’s men made Giannis Antetokounmpo look ordinary and Greece […]

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Germany run wild to reach EuroBasket final

Finland had a plan for Germany. It involved a whole lot of Lauri Markkanen and some lock down D. The latter proved in vain as Dennis Schroder and Franz Wagner ran wild, with Germany’s ferocious fast break guiding them to the EuroBasket 2025 title game. Emmet Ryan on an impressive display in Riga. Look at […]

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It’s time to hand the keys to Franz Wagner

Dennis Schroder has been Germany’s unquestioned leader through this current golden age. At EuroBasket 2025, in the medal rounds, it’s time to defer. Franz Wagner is their best option against Finland and whoever they face on Sunday. It’s good to be Germany. It’s really and extraordinarily good. In the last four summers, they have reached […]

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Miika Muurinen Shows Mamba Mentality at EuroBasket 2025

Miika Muurinen had his moment on Wednesday night in Tampere. With the game on the line at EuroBasket 2025, the 18 year old stepped up big when it mattered for Finland against Sweden. Emmet Ryan on the youngster’s confidence and what it means for the Susijengi. Maybe it’s a coincidence but you can’t help but […]

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Barely Hoops – FIBA commentator Jeff Taylor ahead of EuroBasket 2025

It’s the eve of EuroBasket 2025. Fans are gathering in Katowice, Nicosia, Riga, and Tampere, but those watching at home will recognise a familiar voice. In the latest edition of the Barely Hoops podcast, FIBA and BCL commentator Jeff Taylor spoke with Emmet Ryan about his journey through basketball and commentary. From growing up surrounded […]

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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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Will Fans Buy in to NBA Europe?

It’s time for the fifth and final part of our series, NBA Europe: The Grand Experiment. This final article on the cultural battle — the emotional, tribal, and unpredictable part of any sports venture. In short, it’s about the fans. The NBA and FIBA may have the branding and the resources, but without fan buy-in, […]

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Will Europe’s Top Clubs Join NBA Europe?

Part three of our series addresses the critical question of club participation. No matter how strong the NBA’s branding is, if the continent’s biggest teams don’t join, NBA Europe will struggle to command legitimacy or fan interest. Today we explore who might join, who likely won’t, and the complicated choices those clubs face. Read part […]

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Giannis Antetokounmpo has glory within reach

There’s a missing piece in the Giannis Antetokounmpo story. For all of his glory with the Milwaukee Bucks, there’s one goal he’s never managed. His first shot at winning a medal with Greece is Friday at EuroBasket 2025. He may never get a better one. Basketball wasn’t really a religion in Greece before Nikos Galis. […]

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Susijengi can’t get lost in the moment

Finland will have a near home crowd behind them in Riga on Friday. Lauri Markkanen, Mikael Jantunen, Sasu Salin, Miikka Muurinen, and more have made history. As underdogs against Germany, they should be playing with house money. Emmet Ryan on how they can’t allow the occasion to overcome them. Nobody put it better than Lauri […]

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Slovenia fail in gallant effort against Germany

Luka Doncic fought through foul trouble to keep Slovenia in the fight against Germany. In the end, Franz Wagner, Dennis Schroder and company got the job done to advance at EuroBasket 2025. Emmet Ryan looked beyond the result and the controversy to observe the bloody mindedness of Slovenia’s protagonist. At the weekend, I referred to […]

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