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World Cup 2019 Euro Qualifiers: Spain Wins, Croatia Falls
It was another eventful day in the first round of the European Qualifiers for the FIBA World Cup 2019. Many nations are without their key players due to commitments to professional teams playing in the NBA and the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague. This obstacle did not prevent these National Teams from giving it their all for…
Read MoreRussia withdraws nomination from 2023 FIBA World Cup
Russia is now out of the running to host the 2023 FIBA World Cup after the Russian Basketball Federation officially withdrew its candidature. The comes on the heels of Turkey’s withdrawal as a host as well. With both countries out, there are no more European countries left. The race is now down to two nominations.…
Read MoreHave FIBA’s World Cup qualifier killed International Basketball?
Before the start of the season, we discussed FIBA’s well-intentioned, but possibly ill-advised international Basketball breaks. Now that the first of these new mid-season windows is upon us, it is as good a time as any to revisit the subject. You may have noticed that there is no EuroCup action this week, but there is…
Read MoreTurkey withdraws nomination from 2023 FIBA World Cup
Turkey has officially withdrawn its bid to host the 2023 FIBA World Cup. The Turkish Basketball Federation has sent a letter to FIBA stating that it is stepping down. The Federation plans to use the budget intended for the 2023 FIBA World Cup for basketball development centers, the installation and the dissemination of basketball to the…
Read MoreBasketball Champions League Groups Are Set
The Basketball Champions League qualifiers are done and the field of participating teams for the 2017-18 season is complete. After three grueling rounds in the qualifiers, eight teams booked their tickets to the BCL regular season. Juventus Utena, Rosa Radom, Telekom Baskets Bonn, Pinar Karsiyaka, SikeliArchivi Capo d’Orlando, MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg, Nanterre 92, and Movistar…
Read MoreIberostar Tenerife wins 2017 Intercontinental Cup
Spain’s Iberostar Tenerife CB Canarias reigned supreme in the finals of the 2017 Intercontinental Cup, defeating a tough opponent in Venezuela’s Guaros de Lara, 76-71. The event, sponsored by FIBA, was a big success and fans of international basketball were treated to some amazing hoops. Iberostar Tenerife has been on a fantastic ride, since winning…
Read MoreFIBA Basketball Champions League: qualifiers continue
The FIBA Basketball Champions League is entering its second season and the qualification rounds are underway. Over the last few days, the first leg of the Qualifying Round has been played out across Europe. Global Basketball’s governing body has created a successful competition in the FIBA Basketball Champions League. The tournament gives lesser teams around…
Read MoreEuroLeague Basketball proposes calendar to accommodate FIBA windows
EuroLeague Basketball has presented a proposed calendar that aims to accommodate the so-called ‘FIBA windows’ that aim to globalize Basketball by introducing international qualifying games for the World Cup and Olympics. The proposal was presented to FIBA, clubs, domestic leagues, players, officials, and coaches on September 21. EuroLeague Basketball says the plan reflects its understanding…
Read MoreEuroBasket 2017: Race for gold heats up in Quarterfinals
Eight teams remain in the hunt for the gold in the ongoing FIBA EuroBasket 2017. Powerhouse teams line every corner of either bracket leading to the finals. The first quarterfinal game will be held tonight. Defending champions, Spain and an upstart and hungry German squad will take to the hardwood to book their seat in…
Read MoreFIBA Asia Champions Cup schedule announced
The international basketball season is coming to a close with EuroBasket 2017 and we are returning to club hoops with the FIBA Asia Champions Cup. As the eyes of global basketball look back to clubs, FIBA has announced the schedule and competing teams for the 2017 season. Each year, teams from around Asia compete in…
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