Norchad Omier is first Nicaraguan in NBA
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Argentina’s new generation beat Canada to reach FIBA AmeriCup final
It’s beautiful to watch Argentina win ugly. They don’t have any global superstars like Manu Ginobli or Luis Scola. But … Continue reading Argentina’s new generation beat Canada to reach FIBA AmeriCup final
Urgent Uruguay Upset USA at FIBA AmeriCup
Uruguay upset the United States 86-85 in a thrilling early round game at the FIBA AmeriCup in Managua, Nicaragua. Mateo … Continue reading Urgent Uruguay Upset USA at FIBA AmeriCup
FIBA mania in Managua for AmeriCup 2025
Basketball mania is taking over Managua, the capital of Nicaragua, at the gleaming Polideportivo Alexis Arguello arena, which almost filled … Continue reading FIBA mania in Managua for AmeriCup 2025
Why SGA (MVP and Finals MVP) is the greatest NBA player ever from Canada
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the pride of Hamilton, Ontario and the Oklahoma City Thunder, became the second Canadian after Steve Nash to … Continue reading Why SGA (MVP and Finals MVP) is the greatest NBA player ever from Canada
Canada stuns USA in OT to win FIBA World Cup bronze
Canada won their first ever medal at a FIBA world championship by beating the United States 127-118 in overtime on … Continue reading Canada stuns USA in OT to win FIBA World Cup bronze
Serbia’s team-first way to FIBA success
World basketball fans should know Serbia by now. They reached the finals of the FIBA U19 in 2013 and the … Continue reading Serbia’s team-first way to FIBA success
Canada frustrates Luka Doncic, beats Slovenia to reach FIBA World Cup semis
According to FIBA, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the first player with more than 30 points and 10 rebounds in a knock-out … Continue reading Canada frustrates Luka Doncic, beats Slovenia to reach FIBA World Cup semis
Big bold Lithuania outshoots USA at FIBA World Cup in Manila
Is Lithuania now the favorite to win the FIBA World Cup in Manila, Philippines? Lithuania made their first 9 threes, … Continue reading Big bold Lithuania outshoots USA at FIBA World Cup in Manila
Tyrese Haliburton leading USA’s second unit at FIBA World Cup in Manila
He signed a 5-year contract with Indiana Pacers for $260 million. But Tyrese Haliburton is still not the starting point … Continue reading Tyrese Haliburton leading USA’s second unit at FIBA World Cup in Manila
Team Canada names NBA stars for training camp ahead of FIBA World Cup
Canada, ranked 15th in the world, announced that several NBA stars are scheduled to attend training camp ahead of the … Continue reading Team Canada names NBA stars for training camp ahead of FIBA World Cup
Jordi Fernandez to coach Team Canada at FIBA World Cup after Nurse resigns
Team Canada has hired a coach from Spain to replace outgoing coach Nick Nurse, who has moved from the Toronto … Continue reading Jordi Fernandez to coach Team Canada at FIBA World Cup after Nurse resigns
FIBA, ESPN to air World Cup 2023
US sports network ESPN plans to show all 92 games of the FIBA World Cup from August 25 to September … Continue reading FIBA, ESPN to air World Cup 2023
Beer leads Czechs to victory in Victoria
Asked about the key to their success, Czech guard Tomas Satoransky talked about beer. He said the team drinks together … Continue reading Beer leads Czechs to victory in Victoria
Czech hero Satoransky calls game on Canada at FIBA qualifier in Victoria
What a crazy way not to go to Tokyo. Canada, with 8 NBA players, were 5 of 29 from three … Continue reading Czech hero Satoransky calls game on Canada at FIBA qualifier in Victoria
Nicholson, who plays in China, helps Canada beat China at FIBA qualifier
Andrew Nicholson, the former Orlando Magic forward who now plays for Fujian Sturgeons in China, wore the number 44, which … Continue reading Nicholson, who plays in China, helps Canada beat China at FIBA qualifier
Wiggins leads Canada over Greece at FIBA Olympic qualifier in Victoria
Many criticized Andrew Wiggins for being too passive against a rough Venezuela at FIBA Americas in 2015. But in Victoria, … Continue reading Wiggins leads Canada over Greece at FIBA Olympic qualifier in Victoria
Jumping for Joy — basketball lifts the soul of Philippines disaster victims
Not long after Typhoon Haiyan’s 300 kilometer-per-hour winds and storm surges destroyed the world around them, survivors in the Philippines … Continue reading Jumping for Joy — basketball lifts the soul of Philippines disaster victims
fun photos at Eurobasket 2011
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no death, no foul in European basketball
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evidence of cheerleaders disturbing photographers’ work at Eurobasket 2011
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more evidence of cheerleaders disturbing photographers’ work at Eurobasket 2011
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Spanish all-star team wins Eurobasket 2011
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cool media people at Eurobasket 2011
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Eurobasket some of best action in world sport
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Spain beats France in Eurobasket 2011 final
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Russia beats Macedonia to win bronze at Eurobasket 2011
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NBA players take France to Eurobasket finals
Joakim Noah, of the Chicago Bulls, and Nicolas Batum, of the Portland Trailblazers, high-five and celebrate with teammates during France’s … Continue reading NBA players take France to Eurobasket finals
For Lithuanian fans, hoop heaven at Eurobasket 2011
Lithuanian fans unfurl massive flags and cover their ears from crowd noise reaching 110 decibels during Lithuania’s victory over Greece … Continue reading For Lithuanian fans, hoop heaven at Eurobasket 2011
crazy nationalistic 99-percent-male fans at Eurobasket 2011
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Bo McCalebb and Macedonia surprise at Eurobasket
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Lithuania excites world’s loudest fans at Eurobasket
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Milos Teodosic and Serbia fall short at Eurobasket 2011
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SPORTS: Japan offers NBA prospect Jeremy Tyler a second chance
See the full gallery on Posterous Japan Offers N.B.A. Prospect a Second Chance http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/21/sports/basketball/21iht-BASKETBALL21.html?_… TOKYO — The peaceful … Continue reading SPORTS: Japan offers NBA prospect Jeremy Tyler a second chance
BASKETBALL: Rising star Kevin Durant dominates FIBA 2010
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BASKETBALL: Best US defensive team ever, says Coach K
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BASKETBALL: Turkey reaches final at home in memorable FIBA 2010 world championships
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BASKETBALL: Funny photos of seriously respect-worthy players, coaches, and refs
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SPORTS: Hated in Toronto, Turkoglu is court jester at worlds, and loved at home in Istanbul
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SPORTS: Basketball is Europe’s other beautiful game
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/basketball/for-europeans-hoops-is-the-s… IZMIR, TURKEY — The second most popular game in the world, basketball has become much bigger in Europe than … Continue reading SPORTS: Basketball is Europe’s other beautiful game
photos of Andy Rautins wincing in pain
Christopher Johnson photos of Andy Rautins wincing in pain in the first half of Canada’s loss to Lithuania, and of … Continue reading photos of Andy Rautins wincing in pain
SPORTS: Fouls burn Canada in FIBA 2010 loss to Lebanon
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/basketball/lebanon-stops-canada-in-fiba… IZMIR, Turkey — Lebanon rallied to beat Canada in their opening game of the FIBA World Basketball Championships. For three … Continue reading SPORTS: Fouls burn Canada in FIBA 2010 loss to Lebanon
photos of Canada vs France at FIBA 2010
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Basketball: global parity — NY Times, IHT
Basketball: World championships reflect a new parity http://www.nytimes.com/2006/09/11/sports/11iht-hoops.2766103.html http://www.iht.com/articles/2006/09/11/sports/hoops.php SAITAMA, Japan — For the first time in its 115-year history, basketball … Continue reading Basketball: global parity — NY Times, IHT
Spain wins world basketball final — the Toronto Star
SAITAMA, JAPAN—Now we know why the Raptors signed Jorge Garbajosa this summer. With centre Pau Gasol out with a broken … Continue reading Spain wins world basketball final — the Toronto Star
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