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Canada stays undefeated in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Americas Qualifiers
Even without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Cory Joseph suiting up for Canada’s game against Panama, Canada managed just fine as they dominated Panama, staying undefeated at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Americas Qualifiers by winning 106-50. Going on a 16-0 run to start the first quarter, Canada jumped to a 33-7 lead after the…
Read MoreHow To Bet Online on The NBA In Canada
The NBA is one of the most significant sports leagues in North America, with some of the best athletes in the world taking part. Millions of Canadians tune in every year, with close to eight million watching the Toronto Raptors won the championship in 2019. The Raptors are by far the most supported NBA team…
Read MoreRaptors can finally play in Toronto again
The Raptors have gotten approval from the Canadian government to play games at their home arena this season, a team spokesperson said Friday. Toronto played last season in Tampa, Florida, because of travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s not clear whether the team will be allowed to have full attendance at Scotiabank Arena. Fans who…
Read MoreAnthony Bennett signs with Jerusalem after two DNPs
Anthony Bennett (203 cm, F) has signed with Hapoel Jerusalem in the Israeli Winner League. Bennett hasn’t played professional basketball the past two seasons. The last season he did play was during the 18/19 season when he played in the GLeague. The Canadian big man averaged 12.2 ppg and 4.4 rebounds for Agua Caliente. Bennett…
Read MoreTerry Thomas signs with Nokia
Terry Thomas (193 cm, G) is moving from the Nighthawks to Nokia. The 29-year old Candian guard has signed with the Finnish side for the coming season. This past season, he played in Canada and averaged 8 ppg and 2,5 assists in limited play (due to Covid). Thomas has played two previous seasons outside of…
Read MoreDerek Ogbeide signs with PAOK
Derek Ogbeide (203 cm, F) has signed in the Greek A1 League with PAOK Thessaloniki. PAOK finished fifth in the standings with a 13-10 record. They will play ChampionsLeague next season. Ogbeide played for two teams this past season. He managed to collect a double-double (14 & 10.3) at AEK Larnaca before moving to play…
Read MoreJaKeenan Gant joins Saskatchewan Rattlers
JaKeenan Gant (201 cm, PF) has finalized a deal to play for the Canadian Elite Basketball League’s Saskatchewan Rattlers. Gant competed at the University of Missouri (2014-16) and University of Louisiana at Lafayette (2017-19) before launching his pro career. He was a two-time Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year. He averaged 2-plus blocks…
Read MoreJermaine Hailey lands first pro gig, signs with Crailsheim
Jermaine Hailey (201 cm, G/F) has signed in the German BBL with the HAKRO Merlins Crailsheim. Crailsheim is doing well this season as the team and coach Tuomas, Iisalo sit in 5th place of the standings with a 17-7 record. Hailey already joined the team but saw no playing time in his first game against…
Read MoreNBL Canada still on hold
NBL Canada is still on hold during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, the NBL Canada (National Basketball League of Canada) plans to resume play when safe to do so. Deputy Commissioner Audley Stephenson said; If it weren’t for a pandemic that has seen restrictions placed on pretty much everything, including mass gatherings, the league would…
Read MoreCanada books spot in FIBA AmeriCup 2022
Canada secured a spot in the 12-team FIBA AmeriCup 2022 tournament by beating the U.S. Virgin Islands 95-90 on Saturday in San Juan, Puerto Rico. With the victory, Canada raised its record to 3-1 in Group C phase play. Anthony Bennett, the No. 1 pick in the 2013 NBA Draft, led Canada with 30 points…
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