Embiid rejects sacrifices in a star-studded Sixers team: "No one has to take a step back"
The Philadelphia center asserts that every player should exploit their virtues for the team to function
Historic record: seven Spanish coaches in EuroLeague
The Euroleague reaches an unprecedented milestone with seven Spanish head coaches leading teams in the current season, a figure that represents 35% of the coaches in the competition. This presence is complemented by a large group of Spanish assistants who strengthen the coaching staff beyond national clubs.
The pure shooter loses prominence in the Endesa League
European basketball has transformed its tactical schemes on the perimeter. Specialized three-point shooting guards, capable of resolving games through off-ball screens and quick executions, are clearly ceding ground in the rotations of the Endesa League to a new defensive paradigm marked by a dizzying pace and constant changes.
Sekulic values the support of the Palau after falling to Olympiacos
The Barça lost to Olympiacos, but Sekulic highlighted the team's response and the atmosphere generated at the Palau Blaugrana. The coach thanked the support of the fans, considering them the best judge of the commitment shown on the court.
The Real Madrid Basketball team overcame ASVEL Villeurbanne in the Euroleague with a performance that raised more doubts than certainties. Despite exceeding 100 points, the concern lies in the plummeting performance of Luwawu-Cabarrot, the French star brought in to lead Pedro Martínez's project.
Endesa League: three teams undefeated arrive at the fourth matchday with challenging tests. Río Breogán pursues a historic milestone after scoring over a hundred points in their first three matches, while Valencia Basket tries to halt a streak of three losses in a week.
Tyler Dorsey has presented his explanations to the board of Olympiacos following the controversial comments posted on social media. The shooting guard of the EuroLeague champion team remains uncertain about his future with the Piraeus club.
Markus Howard concludes his time at Baskonia after four seasons. The American shooting guard signs with Zenit in Saint Petersburg with an identical contract duration until 2028, thus sealing a move that the Vitoria club confirmed this Wednesday.
Eurocup becomes a stage for million-dollar operations. PAOK incorporates the Greek-American Tyler Dorsey after his time at Olympiacos, consolidating a project that rivals the best in the Euroleague. The trend of new wealthy investors in the second European competition raises concerns about the saturation of spots in the continental elite.
The Endesa League reaches its fourth matchday with only three teams still unbeaten and two without victories. The average of 92.9 points per team confirms a season of rampant scoring, with the opening day setting the historical record for scoring.
Real Madrid achieved its second consecutive victory by defeating ASVEL 111-92 in EuroLeague. Dominican point guard Andrés Feliz was decisive with 26 points and an outstanding shooting percentage from beyond the arc, making 8 out of 11 three-point attempts and finishing with a valuation of 29.
Euroleague Basketball has presented its ten-year strategic plan with ambitious goals: to distribute 3.4 billion euros among clubs, achieve commercial revenue of 648 million annually, and project a total valuation of 13 billion euros. The plan, approved by the 13 shareholder clubs at the Como meeting, includes franchise expansion, a financial sustainability model, and technological modernization.
Basket Zaragoza has issued an official statement reaffirming that Aday Mara has a valid contract until the 2026/2027 season and that no international transfer request has been received. The club formally opposes any loan of the player and has communicated this position to the relevant authorities.
The Barça Basket acquired eleven signings this summer from various leagues, ranging from the NBA to lower competitions. Each player has followed a different adaptation path. Olivier Nkamhoua, who started with physical impact, is now undergoing a contrary trend with the risk of disappearing from the rotation.
Kosner Baskonia has terminated the contract of Paolo Galbiati after one season and a few weeks of competition, simultaneously announcing the arrival of Velimir Perasovic as the new coach. The Croatian coach has signed for two seasons and will lead his first match on Friday against Virtus Bologna in EuroLeague.
John Konchar has become the most sought-after signing in the European market after becoming a free agent in the NBA. Olympiacos leads the race for the American forward, relegating Real Madrid to a waiting position while negotiating his incorporation.
The NBA waivers create new options for European teams as they finalize their rosters. Christian Koloko, waived by the New Orleans Pelicans, is emerging as an option in the EuroLeague market, where both Barça Basket and Valencia Basket are considering his addition.
The fifth round of the Euroleague saw three notable victories: Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Besiktas 100-82 in Sofia, Bayern surprised Anadolu Efes 101-93 in Istanbul, and Virtus Bologna overcame Paris 96-94 in a match decided in the final seconds.
Gabi Deck will be out for about five to six months due to a dislocated left shoulder that requires surgery. Real Madrid rules out emergency signings and opts to reorganize its rotation with the available players under the orders of Pedro Martínez.
Justin Robinson scored the decisive basket with 1.6 seconds left, giving victory to Barça Basket in the Euroleague against Maccabi Tel Aviv. The American point guard led the blue-and-burgundy attack alongside Kevin Punter and Umoja Gibson, overcoming an eight-point deficit that seemed to seal the game.
Evan Turner was the number 2 pick in the NBA Draft in 2010, he has been retired for years but believes that LBJ and Kevin Durant still have some left in them.
General managers position San Antonio as the main contender for the 2027 championship after reaching the Finals in 2026, while the French center receives 93% of the votes as the player to build a franchise around.
The point guard emphasizes the importance of having been able to work with the center during the preseason, a key factor for integrating the new signings and improving the team's chemistry.
The Valencia Basket was defeated 88-91 by Maccabi Tel Aviv in a match decided in the final seconds. The taronja squandered two chances to force overtime and are now on a second consecutive loss in the Euroliga.
David DeJulius remains linked to UCAM Murcia through a paid loan, despite the addition of Lonnie Walker IV to Besiktas. As reported by Olga Lorente, the Turkish team has not yet contacted the university entity to discuss a possible departure of the American point guard.
It seems that the Western Conference will regain the crown after the victory of the New York Knicks, while the French player could dominate individually.
EuroLeague round 6: FC Barcelona hopes to recover Justin Minaya after ten days out, although his presence against the Greek team remains uncertain. Yoan Makoundou will stay out, while other Spanish teams manage their physical issues heading into upcoming commitments.
Olek Balcerowski faces the next challenge of FC Barcelona against Olympiacos with renewed ambition. The Polish center highlights the importance of recent victories against Valencia Basket and Maccabi Tel Aviv to strengthen confidence, although he emphasizes that the calendar offers no rest and it's time to focus on the next European challenge.
Ricky Rubio recorded 12 assists in the victory of Asisa Joventut against MoraBanc Andorra, matching his personal best in the Liga Endesa. The point guard has accumulated 29 assists in three games, the second-best historical figure at the start of a competition.
