Ireland ends long EuroBasket Women wait with authority
A journey that began during the pandemic on a rainy night in Amsterdam has finally ended. Now, for the Ireland women’s basketball team, a similarly rainy night in Dublin heralded the beginning of a new one. Emmet Ryan on the emphatic end to the long wait for a first win in EuroBasket Women. It was […]
Luxembourg, yes Luxembourg, merit your attention
Luxembourg came to Dublin and beat the tar out of Ireland in EuroBasket Women qualifying. One game doesn’t tell the full story but Emmet Ryan was amazed by what the Grand Duchy is doing in the women’s game and feels you should be wowed as well. In a week loaded with Euroleague action, plenty of […]
Daniel Nelson’s long road to Europe’s big stage
What does it take to be a basketball coach? Knowledge helps but self-awareness may be more important. Daniel Nelson, head coach of Anorthosis Famagusta, has truly taken the long road. At 41, in his first season leading a team in European competition, he’s hungry for more. On Wednesday night, Ireland’s women return to competitive play […]
The NBA MVP Chase: Players and Patterns Driving Award Odds
As the 2025-26 NBA season picks up steam, the MVP race is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. With emerging stars pushing established legends and every game carrying weight, both in public opinion and eventual playoff positioning, the award conversation feels more dynamic than ever. The storylines unfolding across […]
Talking points ahead of the new NBA season
As the 2025–26 NBA season gets underway, anticipation is reaching fever pitch. With key retirements, high-profile trades, and young talents ready to make their mark, there is plenty to discuss before the first tip-off. For fans looking to engage with the season early, free bet offers add an extra layer of intrigue to following the […]
The Biggest Games That Could Shape Kentucky Basketball Odds
The Kentucky Wildcats enter the 2025-26 season with high expectations and a loaded schedule that already features significant matchups and rivalry showdowns. For fans and bettors alike, keeping an eye on these marquee games will offer crucial insight into how the Wildcats might perform down the stretch, and how the landscape for Kentucky basketball odds […]
Cole Swider has his welcome to the party moment
Cole Swider was efficient, confident, and exactly what Anadolu Efes wanted when they signed him this summer. Emmet Ryan on how the Euroleague rookie impressed mightily in a breakout game against Olympiacos It’s doing the simple stuff right that so many new arrivals to Europe struggle with. The environment and style of play is obviously […]
Panathinaikos’ October jitters aren’t a crisis
Ergin Ataman is moaning, Panathinaikos lost a derby, and TJ Shorts has yet to shine. It smells like a rather normal October for the Greens. Emmet Ryan writes that it is far from time to panic and that this edition of Panathinaikos may yet be built to go all the way. With Frank Ntilikina stealing […]
Éanna win the mind games and the actual game
Éanna win the mind games and the actual game The Josh Wilson derby was bound to deliver fireworks in the Domino’s men’s Super League. With mind games a plenty, Éanna came out on top against Killester. Emmet Ryan on what was a fun old fight for those watching. This was a feisty one. Éanna surrendered […]
Killester find their polish to see off Glanmire
After a ground out first half, Domino’s Women’s Super League champions Killester eventually romped to victory against Glanmire. Killester, the reigning Irish women’s champions, eventually romped to a convincing win over Glanmire on Saturday. The Dublin club however took its time getting going in what was a grind it out affair for large stretches. Once […]
Basketball Moments That Changed the Game Forever
Basketball is more than a sport; it is a collection of moments that stay with us forever. From buzzer-beaters that leave crowds breathless to performances that redefine greatness, these events shape how we view the game. They do not just live on the court. They inspire and appear in films, video games, and documentaries. Each […]
Partizan need to find their nasty streak
Partizan won the type of Euroleague game they’d have thrown away last season. Zeljko Obradovic’s side survived their own second half slump to see off a game Anadolu Efes side. The pieces are there, writes Emmet Ryan, they just need to find their inner unpleasant person You’ve got to love search rankings because putting motherfucker* […]