Eurobasket Daily News Report: 6/23/2021 11:00:55 PM

EUROBASKET NEWS REPORT - 6/23/2021 11:00:55 PM

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ABA

Donta Jones invited to Gwizzlies - by Gianni Pascucci

The ABA Georgia Gwizzlies are pleased to announce that Chicago native Donta Jones (6'11'-C) has agreed to attend the team training camp late fall. Jones played at Moberly Area Community College. He will play the 4 and 5 position for the Gwizzlies. "Last time I had a big man from Chicago he got a workout with the NBA Chicago Bulls" states Gwizzlies Embry Malone. ln December the Gwizzlies will start it's 17 consecutive season in pro basketball. Returning for his 6th season is Associate Head Coach Percy Wilson together with Nicole Bass Director Of Operations and Dr.Marilyn Johnson Team Advisor

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ABA LEAGUE

Edin Atic (ex Igokea) agreed terms with Buducnost - by Harun Alispahic

Defending champion KK Buducnost Voli Podgorica (Erste Liga) inked 24-year old Bosnian international 201cm swingman Edin Atic, agency: BeoBasket for upcoming season. Atic played most recently at Igokea in Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I. He managed to play in three leagues last year (!!!). The team played in three different competitions that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 7 Division I games he recorded 9.4ppg, 3.4rpg, 2.3apg and 2.3spg. Atic helped them to win the cup and end the regular season at the top position. He also played 26 games in ABA League where he averaged 10.6ppg, 4.5rpg, 3.3apg and 1.4spg (in top 5). Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week. And finally he contributed to 14 games in Basketball Champions League where he got 9.6ppg, 4.6rpg and 2.6apg.
He has been also a member of Bosnia and Aticrzegovina international program for some years. He has regularly played for Bosnia and Herzegovina senior team since 2015 and previously for U18 National Team between 2014 and 2015.
He also represented Bosnia at the European Championships U20 Division B in Chalkida (Greece) five years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 12.1ppg, 7.1rpg, Assists-2 (6.1apg), 2.6spg, FGP: 45.6%, 3PT: 16.2%, FT: 48.4%.
He is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Serbia (Mega), Greece (AEK Athens and Aiolos Trikallon), Croatia (Cedevita) and Bosnia (Spars and Kos). Atic was also selected to Eurobasket.com All-Adriatic League 2nd Team in 2021.
He won Basketball s League championship title in 2018.

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ANGOLA

Angola win two games in Spain - by Eurobasket News

Angola have won two games in Spain in order to prepare for the Qualification for the Olympic Basketball Tournaments. At first Angola beat Cataluhna 86-83. The national team started with a 29-20 lead and had a 44-36 halftime advantage. Cataluhna managed to take some control of the game in the second half and reduced to the minimum at the end.
In the second game Angola overcame Joventut Badalona 75-69.

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ANTIGUA

Kevin Samuel transfers to Florida Gulf Coast University - by Eurobasket

Florida Gulf Coast University added to their roster 23-year old Antiguan center Kevin Samuel (6'11'-249lbs) for new 2021-22 season. Codrington Village (Barbuda) native played for the last four years at Texas Christian University. In 26 games he recorded 8.8ppg, 7.8rpg, 1.0spg and 1.7bpg last season. Samuel helped his team make it to the NIT Final Four in 2019.
He graduated Redemption Christian High School (Houston, TX) in 2017. He was ranked No. 6 in top 100 players in the state of Texas according to TexasTop100.com that year.

Florida Gulf Coast University roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Tavian Dunn-Martin
Matt Halvorsen
Luis Rolon
Victor Rosa
Caleb Catto
Franco Miller_Jr.
Cyrus Largie
Chance Jackson
Lenny Ricca

Forwards:
Carlos Rosario
Dakota Rivers
Zachary Anderson
Austin Richie

Centers:
Kevin Samuel
Andre Weir

Coach: Michael Fly

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ARGENTINA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Roquez JOHNSON

Ciclista
(201-C-92)
Avg: 20.8

20.8

18.7

18.4

17.6

17.5

La Liga Argentina Round 40: Estudiantes C. defeat Progreso in the game between Top 4 teams - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by ESL.

An interesting game for Estudiantes C. (15-8) which hosted in Concordia 4th ranked Progreso (12-10). Second ranked Estudiantes C. managed to get a 12-point victory 60-48. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Progreso. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Federico Grenni (176-92, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. Swingman Alvaro Chervo (193-99) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Gustavo Maranguello (190-83) replied with 9 points and 10 rebounds for Progreso. Estudiantes C. maintains second position with 15-8 record having 3 victories less than leader Dep Viedma, which they share with Ameghino. Progreso at the other side keeps the fourth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Lanus.
La Liga Argentina top team - Dep Viedma (17-5) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed thirteenth ranked Parque Sur (6-14) in Concepcion de Urug. 92-56. Worth to mention a quality performance of point guard Pedro Franco (188-81) who helped to win the game recording 8 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals and Maximiliano Tabieres who added 14 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Dep Viedma's coach Guillermo Bogliacino felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side forward Enzo Filipetti (201-1) responded with 6 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Dep Viedma maintains first position with 17-5 record. Parque Sur lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 14 games lost.
A very close game took place in La Plata between GELP and Ciclista. Ninth ranked GELP (10-9) got a very close home victory over 8th ranked Ciclista (10-11). GELP managed to escape with a 3-point win 77-74 in the fight for the seventh place. The winners were led by Pablo Alderete who scored that evening 30 points and 9 rebounds (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field). Even 12 points by Leandro Cerminato did not help to save the game for Ciclista. GELP moved-up to seventh place. Loser Ciclista keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost.

Other games in round 40 were not that significant. Atenas was beaten by Rocamora on the road 80-69. Lanus was destroyed by Quilmes MP on its own court 61-94. Rivadavia unfortunately lost to Estudiantes O. in Olavarria 62-73.
The most impressive performance of 40th round was 10 points and 9 rebounds by Martin Fagotti of Dep Viedma.

Rocamora - Atenas 80-69

There was a small surprise when twelfth ranked Rocamora (8-13) beat at home 10th ranked Atenas (9-12) 80-69 on Tuesday. They outrebounded Atenas 40-29 including 16 on the offensive glass. The winners were led by Guillermo Romero (198-95) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds and Horacio Rigada supported him with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Even 17 points and 7 rebounds by naturalized Italian swingman Gianni Dubois (193-98) did not help to save the game for Atenas. Point guard Martin Percaz (179-93) added 17 points for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rocamora maintains twelfth position with 8-13 record, which they share with San Isidro. Loser Atenas keeps the tenth place with 12 games lost.
Top scorers:
ROCAMORA: G.Romero 24+12reb+1ast, R.Horacio 18+9reb+2ast, C.Juan 17+1reb+5ast, G.Impini 11+9reb+2ast, B.Juan Martin 3+1reb+5ast, P.Carlos 3
ATENAS: M.Percaz 17+4reb+1ast, G.Dubois 17+7reb, G.Joaquin 11+4reb+1ast, R.Geronimo 10+7reb+1ast, G.Lorio 9+4reb+1ast, H.Etchepare 3+3reb+8ast

GELP - Ciclista 77-74

A very close game took place in La Plata between GELP and Ciclista. Ninth ranked GELP (10-9) got a very close home victory over 8th ranked Ciclista (10-11). GELP managed to escape with a 3-point win 77-74 in the fight for the seventh place. GELP outrebounded Ciclista 35-24 including 30 on the defensive glass. The winners were led by Pablo Alderete (198-93) who scored that evening 30 points and 9 rebounds (on 12-of-14 shooting from the field) and point guard Carlos Gianella (181) supported him with 14 points and 8 rebounds. Even 12 points by Leandro Cerminato (201-98) did not help to save the game for Ciclista. Point guard Mateo Battistino (186-98) added 11 points for lost side. GELP moved-up to seventh place. Loser Ciclista keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost.
Top scorers:
GELP: P.Alderete 30+9reb, J.Acuna 16+2reb, G.Carlos 14+8reb+3ast, G.Cejas 9+3reb, M.Nunez 4+1reb+2ast, J.Pablo Lancieri 2+1reb+2ast
Ciclista: C.Boudet 12+3reb+1ast, L.Cerminato 12+4reb+3ast, M.Battistino 11+3reb+2ast, M.Tamburini 9+1reb+3ast, T.Franchela 8+3reb+1ast, S.Ralfi 8

Lanus - Quilmes MP 61-94

There was a minor upset when their close opponent Lanus (12-10) was smashed by sixth ranked Quilmes MP (12-11) in Buenos Aires 94-61 on Tuesday. Quilmes MP dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Lanus' 38. The winners were led by American Tirrell Brown (198-93, college: OBU) who scored that evening 25 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Raul Pelorosso (178-94) supported him with 17 points and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Five Quilmes MP players scored in double figures. Even 10 points by American forward Justin Everett (206-96, college: Humboldt St.) did not help to save the game for Lanus. Mauricio Marin added 12 points for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Quilmes MP have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain sixth position with 12-11 record. Newly promoted Lanus dropped to the fourth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Del Progreso.
Top scorers:
Quilmes MP: T.Brown 25+7reb+1ast, R.Pelorosso 17+4reb+4ast, B.Marquardt 12+6reb, J.Merchant 11+4reb+3ast, L.Ortiz 11+5reb+2ast, E.Skidelsky 7+5reb+4ast
Lanus: M.Mauricio 12+3reb, J.Everett 10+4reb+1ast, S.Franco 7, M.Franchino 7+3reb, L.Gilmore III 7+6reb, L.Perez 5+1reb

Estudiantes C. - Del Progreso 60-48

An interesting game for Estudiantes C. (15-8) which hosted in Concordia 4th ranked Progreso (12-10). Second ranked Estudiantes C. managed to get a 12-point victory 60-48. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Progreso. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Federico Grenni (176-92, agency: BIG) who helped to win the game recording 19 points. Swingman Alvaro Chervo (193-99) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Gustavo Maranguello (190-83) replied with 9 points and 10 rebounds and point guard Tomas Luduena (178-96) added 14 points and 4 assists in the effort for Progreso. Estudiantes C. maintains second position with 15-8 record having 3 victories less than leader Dep Viedma, which they share with Ameghino. Progreso at the other side keeps the fourth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Lanus.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes C.: F.Grenni 19+3reb+3ast, C.Alvaro 16+7reb, E.Okenchi 13+3reb, M.Fagalde 4+1reb, C.Paredes 3+8reb+2ast, J.Cristopher 3+4reb+3ast
Del Progreso: L.Tomas 14+1reb+4ast, G.Maranguello 9+10reb+1ast, A.Moreno 8+2reb, P.Mauricio 7+3reb+1ast, C.Lucio 4+4reb+1ast, C.Baez 4+8reb

Estudiantes O. - Rivadavia 73-62

Rather predictable result when eleventh ranked Estudiantes O. (8-9) won against 14th ranked Rivadavia (4-18) in Olavarria 73-62 on Tuesday. Estudiantes O. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The winners were led by swingman Elnes Bolling (193-91) who scored that evening 8 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists and point guard Jeremias Sandrini (185-93, agency: BIG) supported him with 11 points and 7 assists. Four Estudiantes O. players scored in double figures. Estudiantes O.'s coach Marcelo Macias used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. Even 18 points and 7 rebounds by power forward Estefano Simondi (201-96) did not help to save the game for Rivadavia. Forward Agustin Mas Delfino (194-97) added 9 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Estudiantes O. have a solid three-game winning streak. They maintain eleventh position with 8-9 record. Rivadavia lost twelfth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with 18 games lost.
Top scorers:
Estudiantes O.: L.Gorosterrazu 13+2reb+1ast, J.Ruiz 12+4reb+1ast, J.Sandrini 11+3reb+7ast, C.Johu 10+4reb, M.Trelles 10+5reb+3ast, E.Bolling 8+7reb+7ast
Rivadavia: E.Simondi 18+7reb, M.Ezequiel 12+7reb+1ast, M.Delfino Agustin 9+8reb+3ast, T.Reimundo 6+3reb, E.Ramiro 5+2reb+1ast, V.Costa 5+4reb+2ast

Parque Sur - Dep Viedma 56-92

La Liga Argentina top team - Dep Viedma (17-5) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed thirteenth ranked Parque Sur (6-14) in Concepcion de Urug. 92-56. Dep Viedma dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Parque Sur's 22 and made 22-of-26 charity shots (84.6 percent) during the game. Dep Viedma forced 20 Parque Sur turnovers and outrebounded them 45-28 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Dep Viedma players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Parque Sur's players. Worth to mention a quality performance of point guard Pedro Franco (188-81) who helped to win the game recording 8 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals and Maximiliano Tabieres (198-89) who added 14 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Dep Viedma players scored in double figures. Dep Viedma's coach Guillermo Bogliacino felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side forward Enzo Filipetti (201-1) responded with 6 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Juan Fabricius (185-96) scored 15 points. Dep Viedma maintains first position with 17-5 record. Parque Sur lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 14 games lost.
Top scorers:
Dep Viedma: M.Eidintas 16+4reb+1ast, A.Carvalho 16+1reb, M.Tabieres 14+7reb, J.Marini 12+3reb, F.Martin 10+9reb+2ast, P.Franco 8+5reb+9ast
PARQUE SUR: F.Juan 15+3reb+2ast, G.Cabrera 9+2reb+3ast, P.Alejandro 9+5reb+1ast, L.Agustin 6+1reb, F.Enzo 6+10reb+4ast, B.Osuna 5+5reb+1ast

Brown's 24 points and 7 rebounds give him La Liga Argentina Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

27-year old power forward Tirrell Brown (198-PF-93) had a great game in the last round for Quilmes MP and receives a Hoops Agents La Liga Argentina Player of the Week award for round 39.
He had the game-high 24 points adding seven rebounds and three assists for Quilmes MP in his team's victory, helping them to beat Racing (#9, 9-9) 73-66. Quilmes MP maintains the 6th position in their group in Argentinian La Liga Argentina. Quilmes MP is a typical solid league team placed somewhere in the middle or a little bit lower in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-11 record. Brown just recently signed at Quilmes MP, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Ouachita Baptist University graduate has very impressive stats this year. Brown is in league's top in points (2nd best: 18.7ppg) and averages solid 58.3% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Hector Martirena (198-F/C-82) of Racing. He is a forward in his first (recently joined) season at Racing. In the last game Martirena recorded impressive double-double of 26 points and 12 rebounds. It was enough for Racing to edge the lower-ranked Rivadavia (#14, 4-18) by 4 points 71-67. The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the top position in Conferencia Sur. But Racing managed to improve slightly their position in standings taking 9th place. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 9-9 record is not bad and everything may still change. Martirena is one of the most experienced players at Racing and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 17.1ppg (#6). He also registered 5.3 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to center Juan Javier Bollo (203-C-92) of Villa Mitre (#3). Bollo scored 19 points and grabbed seven rebounds. He was a key player of Villa Mitre, leading his team to a 85-64 easy win against the lower-ranked Rocamora (#12, 8-13). Villa Mitre needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Conferencia Sur. Their record at this point is 12 victories and 5 lost games. Bollo has a very solid season. In 17 games in Argentina he scored 7.8ppg. He also has 6.9rpg and FGP: 60.8%.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Eric Okenchi (201-C-97) of Estudiantes C. - 20 points and 6 rebounds
5. Pablo Alderete (198-PF-93) of GELP - 21 points and 10 rebounds
6. Elnes Bolling (193-G/F-91) of Estudiantes O. - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Luciano Ortiz (199-SF-99) of Quilmes MP - 14 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists
8. Justin Everett (206-F-96) of Lanus - 16 points and 12 rebounds
9. Federico Harina (186-SG-91) of Villa Mitre - 25 points and 4 rebounds
10. Leandro Cerminato (201-PF-98) of Ciclista - 23 points and 9 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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Olimpico signs Tomas Zanzottera - by Eurobasket News

Olimpico de La Banda (La Liga) signed 28-year old international shooting guard Tomas Zanzottera (188cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Zanzottera has played for the last three seasons at San Martin. In 40 La Liga games he had 10.5ppg, 2.9rpg and 1.5apg last season. He helped them to make it to the Argentinian LaLiga Torneo Super 20 final.
He has been also a member of Argentinian international program for some years. Zanzottera has regularly played for Argentinian senior team since 2020 and previously for U17 National Team between 2009 and 2010.
He also represented Argentina at the FIBA 3x3 World Championships in Moscow (Russia) seven years ago.
He has played previously for two other teams: Obras and Lanus.

Giorgi comes back to Obera - by Eurobasket News

Newly promoted Obera Tennis Club (La Liga) strengthened their roster with addition of experienced 35-year old Argentinian power forward Facundo Giorgi (203cm-105kg-85, college: FIU) for season 2021-22. It is actually his comeback to Obera as he has played here before. Giorgi played last summer at Defensor in Uruguayan LUB league. In 6 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.7ppg, 6.2rpg, 3.8apg, 1.2spg and 1.2bpg. The last season he played at La Union in Argentinian La Liga where in 36 games he averaged 14.2ppg, 7.4rpg and 1.9apg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week.
He was a member of Argentinian U20 National Team in 2003.
He has spent his entire career in Argentina playing for seven other teams: Bahia, Lanus, Sionista, Union de Sunchales, Olimpico de La Banda, Estudiantes Concordia and Union de Sunchales.
His team made it to the LaLiga Torneo Super 20 Semifinals in 2018.
It's very possible he may end his playing career at Obera.
Giorgi attended Florida International University until 2007 and it will be his 15th (!!!) season as a professional player.

Obera Tennis Club roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Jonatan Treise
Johnatan Slider
Nicolas De_los_Santos

Forward:
Facundo Giorgi

Bruno Sansimoni (ex Malvin) joins Penarol - by Eurobasket News

Penarol Mar del Plata (La Liga) agreed terms with 25-year old Argentinian shooting guard Bruno Sansimoni (194cm) for new 2021-22 season. Sansimoni played last summer at Malvin in Uruguayan LUB league. In 6 games he had 10.3ppg, 3.0rpg and 2.5apg. The last season he played at Hispano Americano de Rio Gallegos in Argentinian La Liga where in 31 games he recorded 9.5ppg, 3.6rpg, 2.8apg and 1.1spg.
He represented Argentina at the Albert Schweitzer Tournament in Germany (Unofficial World Championships U18) seven years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 2.8ppg, 2.7rpg, 1.3apg.
He has played previously for three other Argentinian teams: Boca Juniors, Quilmes Mar del Plata and Estudiantes Olavarria.
His team made it to the LigaA Semifinals in 2017.

Alvaro Chervo signs at Estudiantes Concordia - by Eurobasket News

Estudiantes Concordia (La Liga Argentina) landed 22-year old 193cm swingman Alvaro Chervo. The last time (18-19) he played at Sp.America in Argentinian La Liga. He tallied 4.5ppg and 2.1rpg in La Liga Argentina.

H.Americano tabs Juan Ducasse, ex Trouville - by Eurobasket News

Defending champion Hispano Americano de Rio Gallegos (La Liga) inked 22-year old Uruguayan 207cm forward Juan Ducasse, college: Santa Clara for upcoming season. Ducasse played last summer at Trouville in Uruguayan LUB league. In 11 games he averaged 8.6ppg, 4.5rpg, 1.3apg and 1.0spg.
He just graduated from Santa Clara University and it will be his first season in pro basketball.
He represented Uruguay at the Panamerican Games in Lima (Peru) two years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 2.8ppg, 1.8rpg.

Olimpico adds Filippa to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Olimpico de La Banda (La Liga) added to their roster 25-year old power forward Francisco Filippa (202cm) for season 2021-22. Filippa played last season at H.Americano. In 38 La Liga games he recorded 5.6ppg and 4.0rpg.
The most of previous (2019-20) season he spent at Progreso (La Liga Argentina) where in 11 games he averaged 6.7ppg, 4.3rpg and 1.5apg. He also played for Bahia that season. In 8 La Liga games he had just 2.0ppg and 1.4rpg.
He has played previously for two other teams: Bahiense and Weber Bahia.

(via @PickandRollWeb)

Gramajo re-signs at Quimsa - by Eurobasket News

Quimsa Santiago del Estero (La Liga) confirmed in their roster 25-year old international shooting guard Ivan Gramajo (193cm) for season 2021-22. Gramajo has played there for the last two seasons. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the final. He played 5 games in Liga Americas where he recorded 7.6ppg, 1.0rpg, 1.4apg and 1.0spg last season.
Gramajo has been also a member of Argentinian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Argentinian senior team since 2020 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2014.
He represented Argentina at the World Championships U19 in Gramajoraklion (Greece) six years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 10.9ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.0apg, Steals-5 (2.1spg), FGP: 28.6%, 3PT: 31.6%, FT: 66.7%.
He has played previously for three other teams: Ferro, Lanus and Club Atletico Talleres de Tafi Viejo.

Cuello is back at Instituto - by Eurobasket News

Instituto Atletico Central Cordoba (La Liga) signed 28-year old Argentinian international shooting guard Martin Cuello (193cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. It is actually his comeback to Cordoba as he has played here before. Cuello played last summer at Malvin in Uruguayan LUB league. He managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. In 6 LUB games he had very impressive stats: 21.5ppg, 3.3rpg and 3.0apg. The last season he played at Instituto in Argentinian La Liga where in 43 games he recorded 14.5ppg, 4.0rpg and 2.6apg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. 2020-21 was a great season as he was named to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian La Liga 2nd Team, All-Domestic Players Team and League Player of the Week. Cuello also played 5 games in Liga Americas where he averaged remarkable 17.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 2.8apg and 1.2spg. He has been regularly called to Argentinian Senior National Team since 2020.
He has played previously for five other Argentinian teams: Ferro, Libertad Sunchales, Lanus, Rocamora and Ramos Mejia.
His team was regular season runner-up in Argentinian LigaA South Group in 2017.

Instituto Atletico Central Cordoba roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Nicolas Romano
Martin Cuello
Gaston Whelan

Center:
Tayavek Gallizzi

Delia re-signs at Trieste - by Eurobasket News

Allianz Pallacanestro Trieste (Serie A) confirmed in their roster 29-year old Argentinian-Italian ex-international center Marcos Delia (209cm, agency: Players Group) for season 2021-22. Delia played there last season. In 28 Serie A games he recorded 10.4ppg, 5.4rpg and 1.6apg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Virtus where in 6 Serie A games he averaged 7.5ppg, 4.5rpg and 1.0apg. He helped them to win the regular season. He also played 12 games in Eurocup where he had 3.3ppg and 1.9rpg. The other team he played shortly was Fuerza Regia in Mexican LNBP. In four games he got 12.0ppg, 6.0rpg and 2.0apg.
Delia was also a member of Argentinian international program for some years. He played for Argentinian Senior National Team between 2011 and 2019 and previously for U19 National Team back in 2011.
He also represented Argentina at the World Cup in China two years ago. His team won Silver and his stats at that event were 8 games: 7.0ppg, 4.6rpg, 1.1bpg, FGP: 61.0%, FT: 37.5%.
Delia has played previously professionally in Spain (Joventut and UCAM Murcia) and Argentina (Obras, Boca Juniors and Lanus).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian LigaA Honorable Mention back in 2016.
The scouts decsribe him following way: Expected to become "the next Fabricio Oberto", he's a promising inside player, who plays nicely in the low post and runs the court well. An hustler in the paint despite being not so large, has scoring skills until mid-range and above all he's a great passer who reads very well the game situations.

(via @PickandRollWeb)

La Union inks Lucas Arn - by Eurobasket News

La Union Formosa (La Liga) agreed terms with 32-year old power forward Lucas Arn (197cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Arn played last season at Comunicaciones. In 42 La Liga games he had 8.7ppg, 2.9rpg and 1.6apg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Atenas where in 25 La Liga games he recorded 10.0ppg, 2.9rpg and 1.6apg.
He has played previously for eight other teams: Ferro, Penarol, Central Entrerriano Gualeguaychu, Instituto, MH Basket, Bragado, Saenz Pena and Obera.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Argentinian TNA Center North Regular Season in 2016. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Argentinian TNA 3rd Team back in 2016.

La Union Formosa roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Nicolas Ferreyra
Jonathan Maldonado

Forwards:
Lucas Arn
Patricio Tabarez

(via @PickandRollWeb)

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AUSTRALIA

Mitch Creek claims Australian State League weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Former international Swingman Mitch Creek (196-F/G-92) had an amazing evening in the last round for SW Metro P. and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents State League Player of the Week award for round 16.
The 28-year old swingman had a double-double of 30 points and fourteen rebounds, while his team beat Rockhampton (#14, 0-8), the league's bottom-ranked team 88-73. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings in NBL1 North. SW Metro P. maintains the 13th position in their group in Australian State League. The season is still in it's early stage, so the team may have a chance to improve their current position in the standings. They lost 6 games and had just one victory. In the team's last game Creek had a remarkable 64.3% from 2-point range and got three three-pointers out of 7 attempts. He just recently signed at SW Metro P. and just after two games he already turned to be a very valuable addition to the team. Mitch Creek averages just after two games 27.0ppg, 16.5rpg and 5.0apg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was center Glenn Morison (208-C) of Canberra G.. Morison impressed basketball fans with a double-double of 26 points and 16 rebounds. Bad luck as Canberra G. was edged by the higher-ranked Maitland M. (#3, 8-4) 93-89. Canberra G. managed to keep the same 6th spot in WARATAH. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 6-5 record is not bad and everything may still change. Morison is one of the most experienced players at Canberra G. and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was South Sudanese Chier Maker (203-F-95) of Newcastle H. (#10). Maker showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, sixteen rebounds (!!!) and four assists in the last round. He was a key player of Newcastle H., leading his team to a 76-67 win against the higher-ranked Canberra G. (#6, 6-5). The chances of Newcastle H. ranking at the top of WARATAH, however are very questionable as they have already lost 6 games, recording just five victories. With bigger assistance of his teammates, Maker could help Newcastle H. to bring them higher in the standings. Maker has a great season in Australia. After 11 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 23.8ppg (5th best) and rebounds with 14.8rpg (#1 in league). Chier Maker has also Australian passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Malok Majak) of Hornsby S. - 34 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists
5. Tye McGann) of Cent.Coast C. - 26 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Matt Hodgson (211-C-91) of Ipswich F. - 17 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists
7. Scott Machado (186-G-90) of Mandurah M. - 31 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists
8. Kyle Logan (188-G) of Northside W. - 33 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
9. Christian Jurlina (196-F) of Manly Warr. - 33 points and 5 rebounds
10. Liam Moss) of Hills H. - 27 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

Adnam re-signs at SE Melbourne - by Eurobasket News

South East Melbourne Phoenix (NBL) confirmed in their roster 27-year old international guard Kyle Adnam (186cm) for season 2021-22. Adnam has played there for the last two seasons.
He also represented Australia at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) four years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 8.0ppg, 2.1rpg, 2.1apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 44.4%, 3PT: 26.3%, FT: 89.3%.
He has played previously professionally also in New Zealand (Giants) and Australia (Kings, United, Illawarra Hawks and Kilsyth Cobras).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the NBL Semifinals in 2016 and 2019. Adnam was voted to Australiabasket.com All-New Zealand NBL Honorable Mention back in 2018.

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AUSTRIA

Klepeisz re-signs at Ulm - by Eurobasket News

Ratiopharm Ulm (BBL) confirmed in their roster 29-year old Austrian international guard Thomas Klepeisz (186cm-82kg, agency: Octagon Europe) for new 2021-22 season. Klepeisz played there last season. In 29 BBL games he had 9.6ppg, 1.1rpg, 2.9apg and 1.1spg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. He also played 3 games in Eurocup where he recorded 6.7ppg, 2.3rpg, 3.0apg and 1.0spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Braunschweig. In 20 BBL games he averaged 12.6ppg, 2.0rpg, 4.2apg and 1.1spg. 2019-20 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-German Bundesliga Honorable Mention.
Klepeisz has been also a member of Austrian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Austrian senior team since 2011 and previously for U20 National Team between 2010 and 2011.
He represented Austria at the European Championships 2021 Pre-Qualifiers two years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 11.0ppg, 1.0apg, FGP-2 (85.7%), 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 83.3%.
Klepeisz has played also professionally in Austria (Gussing Knights).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Austrian final for two years in a row (2015 and 2016). He was also voted Eurobasket.com All-Austrian League Guard of the Year back in 2015.

Ratiopharm Ulm roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Per Guenther
Thomas Klepeisz

Forward:
Moritz Krimmer

Center:
Philipp Herkenhoff

(via @DDPronos)

Oberwart tabs rookie Rob Howard - by Igor Obradovic

Unger Steel Gunners Oberwart (BSL) landed 23-year old American 203cm forward Rob Howard, agency: One Motive Sports for new season. Howard just graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago (NCAA). He has played there for the last three years.

Last season he played 18 games, with 8.7ppg, 4.4rpg, FGP: 49.3%, 3PT: 35.1%, FT: 92.3%. He finished GRAC Regular Season as Runner-Up back in 2017.
He started his college career at Shawnee Community College (JUCO). Howard's high school career he had spent at Michigan City in Michigan City, IN.
As mentioned above he is just out of the college and it will be his first season in pro basketball. (via @onemotivesports)

Emondre Rickman (ex Surrey S.) is a newcomer at Oberwart - by Igor Obradovic

Unger Steel Gunners Oberwart (BSL) strengthened their roster with addition of 24-year old American power forward Emondre Rickman (208cm-113kg-96, college: Indiana State, agency: One Motive Sports) for season 2021-22. Rickman joins another USA player Rob Howard who is already in the roster.
He played most recently at Surrey Scorchers in British BBL league. In 29 games he recorded 6.4ppg and 4.7rpg last season.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Lusitania in Portuguese LPB where in 22 games he averaged 9.0ppg, 6.3rpg and 1.7bpg.
He graduated from Indiana State in 2019 and it is his third season as a professional player.

Unger Steel Gunners Oberwart roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Sebastian Kaeferle

Forwards:
Renato Poljak
Rob Howard

Center:
Emondre Rickman

Lions sign Christos Bratsiakos, ex Halkida - by Chris Mammides

Raiffeisen Dornbirn Lions (2.Bundesliga) signed 20-year old Greek guard Christos Bratsiakos (192cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Bratsiakos played last season at Halkida in Greek B league.

La Charite signs Tomas Rimsa - by Dimitri Chelidze

La Charite Basket 58 (NM2) signed 25-year old Lithuanian ex-international center Tomas Rimsa (208cm) for the upcoming 2021-22 season. Rimsa is the second import player on the roster as USA Bryquis Perine signed here earlier.

He played last season at BC Raiffeisen Flyers Wels in the Austrian BSL league. In 33 games he had 4.9ppg and 2.2rpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.

The previous (19-20) season he played at Telsiai in Lithuanian NKL where in 37 games he recorded 10.8ppg and 4.2rpg. Rimsa contributed to his team ending the regular season as at the second position in the league.

He was a member of the Lithuanian international program for some years. He was called to Lithuanian Senior National Team in 2018 and previously for U16 National Team back in 2012.

Rimsa has played also professionally for other Lithuanian teams like Jonava, Mazeikiai, Aukstaitija, Bangene, and Citus.

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-William Jones Cup Honorable Mention back in 2018.

Zalgiris sign coach Stefan Grassegger, ex Timberwolves - by Stefan Heinrich

B.C. Zalgiris Kaunas (LKL) signed 31-year old Austrian coach Stefan Grassegger for upcoming 2021-22 season. Grassegger has coached for the last three seasons at Timberwolves in Austrian league.
He has been coaching Austrian Senior National Team between 2016 and 2021 and coached also U20 National Team back in 2014.
He has coached also for other Austrian teams like Arkadia Lions and Alligators.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Austrian 2.Bundesliga championship title in 2015.

Szkutta re-signs at Timberwolves - by Stefan Heinrich

Vienna D.C. Timberwolves (BSL) confirmed in their roster 21-year old guard Jakob Szkutta (188cm) for new 2021-22 season. Szkutta has played there for the last two seasons. A very impressive year as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Austrian League Honorable Mention.
He represented Austria at the European Championships U18 Division B in Tallinn (Estonia) four years ago. But his stats at that event were not that remarkable as he did not score anything.
He has played previously for Gunners Oberwart.
His team was regular season runner-up in Austrian Bundesliga A in 2019.

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BAHAMAS

Mulhouse signs Willis Mackey - by Eurobasket News

Mulhouse Basket Agglomeration (NM1) signed 25-year old Bahamas international forward Willis Mackey (203cm-93kg-96, college: UNOH, agency: Duran International) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Mackey played last season at JSA Bordeaux Basket. In 16 NM1 games in France he had 13.2ppg, 6.3rpg, 1.2apg and 1.1spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Aquimisa Carbajosa in Spanish EBA where in 18 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.4ppg, 7.6rpg, 1.7apg, 1.1spg and 1.2bpg. He helped them to win the regular season. 2019-20 was a great season as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Spanish EBA Player of the Year, Import Player of the Year and Forward of the Year. He has been regularly called to Bahamas Senior National Team since 2020.
Mackey graduated from University of Northwestern Ohio in 2019 and it is his third season as a professional player.

Mulhouse Basket Agglomeration roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Johan Clet

Forwards:
Momar N'Doye
Willis Mackey

Center:
Victor Serrano

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BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Can Mutaf signs at Darussafaka - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Darussafaka Tekfen Istanbul (BSL) landed 30-year old former international 190cm shooting guard Can Mutaf for new season. Mutaf has played for the last two years at Bursaspor in TBL. He helped his team get promotion to BSL. In 28 games he averaged 5.2ppg and 1.5rpg last season. He also played 8 games in Eurocup where he had 6.4ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.0apg.
Mutaf was also a member of Turkish international program for some years. He played for Turkish Senior National Team between 2012 and 2016 and previously for U20 National Team between 2010 and 2011.
He also represented Turkey at the Mediterranean Games in Mersin (Turkey) eight years ago.
Mutaf has played previously for seven other teams: Anadolu Efes, Pinar Karsiyaka, Trabzonspor, Fenerbahce, Besiktas, Bandirma and Fenerbahce.
His team made it to the Turkish Cup Final Four in 2018.

Can Korkmaz agreed terms with Pinar Karsiyaka - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir (BSL) strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old 187cm point guard Can Korkmaz, agency: BeoBasket for season 2021-22. Korkmaz played most recently at Turk Telekom (BSL). In 31 games he recorded 7.0ppg, 1.7rpg and 3.1apg last season. He also played 12 games in Basketball Champions League where he averaged 6.1ppg and 2.2apg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Galatasaray. In 23 BSL games he had 6.8ppg, 1.3rpg and 2.1apg. He helped them to make it to the Turkish Cup Semifinals. Korkmaz also played 13 games in Eurocup where he got 3.1ppg and 1.3apg.
He has played previously for four other teams: Trabzonspor, Dacka, Sakarya BSB and Usak Sportlif.
His team made it to the Gloria Cup Final Four in 2020.

Darussafaka signs Wayne McCullough, ex Lahti - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Darussafaka Tekfen Istanbul (BSL) signed 27-year old American guard Wayne McCullough (195cm-94, college: CCU) for upcoming 2021-22 season. McCullough played last season at Lahti Basketball in Finnish Korisliiga. In 25 games he had very impressive stats: 17.8ppg, 6.4rpg, 3.8apg and 1.4spg. 2020-21 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Finnish Korisliiga Honorable Mention.
He has played previously professionally in Canada (Moncton Magic and The Storm) and NBA G League (NAZ Suns).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won NBL Canada Atlantic Division championship title for two years in a row (2019 and 2020).
He attended Colorado Christian University until 2016 and it will be his sixth season as a professional player.

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BOSNIA

Celik keeps Bozovic for another season - by Harun Alispahic

OKK Celik Zenica (Division I) re-signed experienced 35-year old Serbian 210cm power forward Milivoje Bozovic for upcoming season. Bozovic was a team leader there last season. In 34 Division I games he was league's second best scorer with impressive 19.6ppg and had 12.9rpg (leader !!!), 2.1apg, 1.1spg and 1.3bpg. Great season indeed as he was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Bosnia and Herzegovina League Player of the Year and voted to 1st Team and League Player of the Week (6 times).
The previous (19-20) season he played at OSE Lions in Hungarian A Division where in 19 games he recorded 13.9ppg and 11.3rpg (leader !!!). A very good season in his career as he was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Hungarian League 2nd Team, All-Bosmans Team and also here League Player of the Week.
He is a very experienced player. Bozovic has played also professionally in Italy (NPL Basket), Montenegro (Buducnost), Morocco (CRA Hoceima), Romania (Craiova) and Serbia (OKK Beograd, KK Vojvodina Novi Sad 2nd team, Borac, Vrsac and KK Sloboda Uzice) and Bosnia (OKK Sloboda Tuzla and Kakanj).

Edin Atic (ex Igokea) agreed terms with Buducnost - by Harun Alispahic

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BRAZIL

Sao Paulo tabs Matheus Vicente - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) inked 22-year old 191cm guard Matheus Vicente for upcoming season. Vicente played last summer at Brusque Basquete/ADB in the CBC League. In 12 games he averaged 11.3ppg, 2.4rpg, 1.7apg and 1.8spg. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week.
He has played previously for two other teams: Palmeiras and Praia.
Among many awards his team made it to the LDB U20 League Semifinals in 2018. He was selected to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Honorable Mention in 2019.

Rafael Santos is a newcomer at Sao Paulo - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) added to their roster 21-year old 200cm forward Rafael Santos for season 2021-22. Santos played last summer at Londrina Esporte Clube in the CBC League. In 13 games he recorded 10.1ppg, 4.8rpg, 1.3apg and 1.0spg.
He has played previously for three other teams: Pato, Paulistano and Praia.
Among many awards his team won Brazilian LDB U21 League Regular Season in 2018. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-LDB U21 League 2nd Team back in 2018.

Pedro Rodrigues is a newcomer at Sao Paulo - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) added to their roster 20-year old point guard Pedro Rodrigues (175cm) for season 2021-22. Rodrigues played last summer at Maringa in the CBC League. In 10 games he recorded 11.3ppg, 2.6rpg, 3.1apg and 1.5spg.
He has played previously for three other teams: Botafogo, Corinthians and Corinthians.

Sao Paulo FC roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Elinho Corazza
Matheus Vicente
Pedro Rodrigues

Forward:
Rafael Santos

Pedro Rodrigues is a newcomer at Sao Paulo - by Paulo Freire

Matheus Eugeniusz agreed terms with Sao Paulo - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) added to their roster 21-year old 192cm guard Matheus Eugeniusz for season 2021-22. Eugeniusz played most recently at KTO/Caxias do Sul BasqueteTriches in CBC League. He helped his team get promotion to NBB. In 26 games he recorded 3.3ppg and 1.7rpg last season.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Sao Jose dos Campos where in 25 NBB games he averaged 3.7ppg, 1.3rpg and 1.1apg.
He has played previously for Pinheiros.
Despite young age he had impressive career. Eugeniusz won Brazilian LDB U21 League championship title in 2018. He was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Honorable Mention in 2019.

Sao Paulo FC roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Elinho Corazza
Matheus Vicente
Matheus Eugeniusz
Pedro Rodrigues

Forward:
Rafael Santos

Sao Paulo tabs Cristofer Duarte - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) inked 22-year old 208cm power forward Cristofer Duarte for upcoming season. Duarte played last summer at Anapolis in the CBC League. But in 7 games he averaged just 1.4ppg and 1.3rpg.
He has played previously for five other teams: Paulistano, Coritiba, Paulistano, Curitiba and Basket Sao Jose/AGFEB.
Among many awards his team won Brazilian LDB U20 League Regular Season in 2018. He was also voted to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian LDB U20 Defensive Player of the Year in 2019.

Sao Paulo FC roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Elinho Corazza
Matheus Vicente
Matheus Eugeniusz
Pedro Rodrigues

Forwards:
Cristofer Duarte
Rafael Santos

Sao Paulo signs Diogo Tognozzi - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) signed American forward Diogo Tognozzi (190cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Tognozzi played most recently at Mills Univ. Studies () in the U.S.

Sao Paulo FC roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Elinho Corazza
Cordero Bennett
Matheus Vicente
Matheus Eugeniusz
Pedro Rodrigues

Forwards:
Cristofer Duarte
Rafael Santos
Diogo Tognozzi

Cerrado signs Robson Junior - by Paulo Freire

Cerrado Basquete Brasilia (NBB) signed 21-year old point guard Robson Junior (178cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Junior played last summer at Londrina Esporte Clube in Brazilian CBC League. In 13 games he had 9.2ppg, 4.6rpg, 4.2apg and 1.2spg. He also played for Basquete Tatui/AABT (Paulista).
He has played previously for two other teams: Palmeiras and Praia.
Junior helped his team to make it to the LDB U21 League Semifinals in 2018.

Sao Paulo adds Sousa to their roster - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) added to their roster 21-year old center Daniel Sousa (210cm-128kg) for new 2021-22 season. Sousa played last season at Pinheiros. In 9 NBB games he recorded 4.2ppg and 3.1rpg.
He has played previously professionally in Brazil (Tijuca TC and Pinheiros B team) and Spain (Baloncesto Sevilla 2nd team).
He won Brazilian LDB U20 League Reguar Season championship title in 2019.

Sao Paulo FC roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Elinho Corazza
Cordero Bennett
Matheus Vicente
Matheus Eugeniusz
Pedro Rodrigues

Forwards:
Lucas Costa
Cristofer Duarte
Rafael Santos
Diogo Tognozzi

Center:
Daniel Sousa

Flamengo adds Matias to their roster - by Paulo Freire

Defending champion Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (NBB) added to their roster 22-year old small forward Emanuel Matias (198cm-85kg) for season 2021-22. Matias played last summer at Basquete Joinville/AABJ in the CBC League. In 14 games he recorded 10.5ppg, 8.9rpg (#4 in the league) and 1.5apg. The last season he played at Paschoalotto/Bauru. But in 10 NBB games he averaged just 0.9ppg.

Clube de Regatas do Flamengo roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Franco Balbi
Dar Tucker
Brandon Robinson
Luke Martinez
Yago Matheus
Gabriel Camargo
Dilber Ribeiro

Forwards:
Olivinha Rodriguez
Rafael Mineiro
Emanuel Matias
Rafael Rachel
Ivan Neto

Centers:
Joao_Paulo Batista
Vitor Faverani
Matheus Maciel
Ruan Miranda

Coach: Gustavo Conti

Sao Paulo signs Marquinhos Vieira - by Paulo Freire

Sao Paulo FC (NBB) signed experienced 37-year old ex-international forward Marquinhos Vieira (207cm-105kg) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Vieira has played for the last nine seasons at Flamengo in the NBB. In 32 games he had 14.1ppg, 4.7rpg and 2.7apg last season. He helped them to win the league title. 2020-21 was a great season as he was named to Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League 2nd Team, All-Star Game and League Player of the Week (2 times). He also played 8 games in Liga Americas where he recorded 15.0ppg, 4.6rpg and 2.5apg.
Vieira represented Brazil at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) five years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 8.0ppg, 3.6rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 66.7%.
He is quite experienced player. He has played in four different countries on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). Vieira has played previously professionally in Italy (Montegranaro), NBA (New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies), Brazil (CR Vasco Da Gama Rio de Janeiro, Pinheiros, Objectivo and Mogi) and NBA G League (OKC Blue).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Power Forward of the Year in 2020.
It's very possible he may end his playing career at Sao Paulo.
He could be described: A forward with great athletic skills and impressive wingspan. Currently working on his defense and rebounding skills, he' s also improving is shooting range and his ball-handling to make the transition from he front court to the back court. Has the skills to become a top caliber NBA shooting guard.

Sao Paulo FC roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Elinho Corazza
Cordero Bennett
Matheus Vicente
Matheus Eugeniusz
Pedro Rodrigues

Forwards:
Marquinhos Vieira
Lucas Costa
Cristofer Duarte
Rafael Santos
Diogo Tognozzi

Center:
Daniel Sousa

Meindl re-signs at Fuenlabrada - by Eurobasket News

Montakit Fuenlabrada (Liga Endesa) confirmed in their roster 28-year old Brazilian international small forward Leonardo Meindl (201cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Meindl played there last season. In 36 Liga Endesa games he had 11.0ppg, 5.8rpg, 1.5apg and 1.4spg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Sao Paulo in Brazilian NBB where in 26 games he was league's fourth best scorer with impressive 17.9ppg and averaged 7.2rpg (#5 in the league), 3.3apg and 1.2spg. 2019-20 was a great season as he was voted Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Small Forward of the Year, named to 1st Team and named to All-Domestic Players Team.
He was also a member of Brazilian international program for some years. He played for Brazilian Senior National Team between 2014 and 2018 and previously for University National Team back in 2013.
Meindl also represented Brazil at the South American Championships in Caracas (Venezuela) five years ago.
He has played previously professionally also in Brazil (Vivo/Franca, Paschoalotto/Bauru and Paulistano) and Spain (Oviedo).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was also selected Latinbasket.com All-Brazilian League Most Improved Player of the Year back in 2015.

Hatila Passos' double-double lands him Player of the Week award among Brazilians playing currently abroad: - by Eurobasket News

We bring you last week's top performances from Brazilians who are playing abroad and who all have had prior experience of national team duties at youth or senior level.

Hatila Passos

#1. This week's number one is an experienced former international center Hatila Passos (211-85, college: NM State, currently plays in Uruguay). He could not help Bigua (7-4) in their last game. Despite Passos' very good performance Bigua was edged 84-81 in a derby game by the higher-ranked (#3) Nacional. He had a double-double by scoring 16 points and getting 14 rebounds in 39 minutes on the court. Passos has relatively good stats this year: 10.6ppg, 11.5rpg, 1.4apg, 2FGP: 66.3%(55-83) and FT: 66.7% in 13 games he played so far. He has a dual citizenship: Brazilian and Uruguayan. Former Paulistano/Unimed Sao Paolo starter played for the Brazilian senior national team eleven years ago.

Scott Machado

#2. Second place goes to former international guard Scott Machado (186-90, college: Iona, currently plays in Australia). He was not able to help Magic (9-8) in their last game. Despite Machado's very good performance his team was edged 94-91 on the road by the lower-ranked (#3) Tigers in the NBL1 West group. He was the top scorer with 31 points. Machado also added 6 rebounds and 8 assists in 38 minutes. It was his first game for Magic this season. Machado is a naturalized American. He played for the Brazilian national team in 2018. Strangely Machado has never played in Brazil.

Guilherme Teichmann

#3. The Brazilian player who performed third best last week abroad was former international power forward Guilherme Teichmann (204-83, college: Tulsa, currently plays in Argentina). He was not able to secure a victory for Villa S.Martin (17-9) in their last game on Tuesday. Despite Teichmann's very good performance the fourth-placed Villa S.Martin (17-9) was defeated 83-78 at home by the lower-ranked Dep Norte (#9) in the Conferencia Norte. He recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points and getting 10 rebounds. Teichmann also added 3 assists. The Regular Season already ended. This season Teichmann averages: 9.5ppg, 8.3rpg, 2.5apg, 2.0bpg, 2FGP: 69.6%(16-23) and FT: 54.5%. Former Winner/Limeira starter played for the Brazilian national team twelve years ago.

Bruno Caboclo

   #4. Small forward Bruno Caboclo (206-95, currently plays in France) couldn't help Limoges CSP Elite (3-1) in their game against Le Mans (19-15) in the French Jeep ELITE ProA. He did not have that impressive stats last Tuesday. Caboclo scored only 3 points in 12 minutes. The league leader Limoges CSP Elite lost 84-88 in Le Mans to the lower-ranked (#7) Le Mans. The Regular Season already ended. This year Caboclo has relatively solid stats: 10.8ppg and 5.2rpg in 19 games. He used to play for the Brazilian national team back in 2019.

The list of other players, who all have Brazilian passport but never been selected to any of Brazilian national teams:

   #1. Experienced Andre Coimbra (205-PF-86, college: CMU, currently plays in Argentina) led Salta Basket to a victory over the second-ranked Echague (18-9) crushing them 101-70 in the Argentinian La Liga Argentina (second division) last Friday. Coimbra was MVP of the game. He scored 28 points (!!!). in group Conferencia Norte. Salta Basket (16-11) is placed fifth in Conferencia Norte. The Regular Season already ended. This season Coimbra has relatively solid stats: 10.2ppg, 5.2rpg and 1.2apg.

   #2. Thiago Makhlouf (210-C-87, currently plays in Lebanon) contributed to Sagesse's victory against the seventh-ranked Byblos (7-10) 87-75 in the Lebanese LBL on Friday night. Makhlouf recorded 9 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks. Sagesse - Al Hekmeh Beirut (12-5) is placed second in the LBL. It was his team's sixth consecutive victory in a row. The Regular Season already ended. Makhlouf's overall stats this season are: 6.5ppg and 5.0rpg. He has a dual citizenship: Brazilian and Lebanese.

   #3. Ayan Carvalho (196-G/F-97, college: Temple, currently plays in Argentina). Carvalho could not help Dep Viedma (15-5) to beat Atenas (9-11). He recorded 6 points in 23 minutes. Dep Viedma lost 66-79 on the road to the much lower-ranked (#9) Atenas in the Conferencia Sur. The Regular Season already ended. Carvalho has individually a very good year with high stats. He averages: 16.6ppg, 5.2rpg and 1.6apg in 17 games he played so far. Carvalho is another player who holds two passports: Brazilian and Argentinian. Despite his Brazilian nationality, Carvalho previously played for the Argentinian university national team and is probably not eligible to play for the Brazilian team.

Other top Brazilian players, who play abroad:

Marcelinho Huertas (191-PG-83) plays for CB Canarias in Spanish Liga Endesa
Vitor Benite (192-SG-90) plays for Burgos in Spanish Liga Endesa
Felipe Motta (201-F-3) plays for Brindisi in Italian Serie A
Oscar Da Silva (206-PF-98) plays for EnBW Ludwigsburg in German BBL
Romulo Gusmao (208-C-95) plays for Ferro in Argentinian La Liga
Didi Louzada (198-G/F-99) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Cristiano Felicio (206-C-92) plays for Chicago Bulls in the NBA
Anderson Varejao (211-C-82) plays for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA
Raul Neto (185-PG-92) plays for Washington Wizards in the NBA
Felipe Dos Anjos (218-C-98) plays for Bilbao in Spanish Liga Endesa
Augusto Lima (206-C-91) plays for UCAM Murcia in Spanish Liga Endesa
Caio Pacheco (189-PG-99) plays for UCAM Murcia in Spanish Liga Endesa
Leonardo Meindl (201-SF-93) plays for Baloncesto Fuenlabrada in Spanish Liga Endesa

Notice: The list above includes only some of the Brazilian playing currently abroad. Go to Brazilian Abroad Page to see completed list.

Brazil edge Poland at the Arena Gliwice - by Eurobasket News

Poland - Brazil 65:68

Brazil edged Poland 68-65 at the Arena Gliwice ahead of the Olympic Qualifying Tournament. Brazil limited the opponents to just 5 points at the start of the game and nailed 18 in response. Poland replied with narrow 21-20 and 19-17 rallies in the second and third periods and dominated the last stanza, however could not seal the win.
Vitor Benite (192-SG-90), De Paula and Leonardo Meindl (201-SF-93) top-scored for the inners with 10 points each. Bruno Caboclo (206-SF-95) delivered 9, whilst Alex Garcia (190-G-80, agency: Interperformances) scored 7. Jakub Garbacz (197-G/F-94) replied with 21 points in a loss and Michal Sokolowski (196-F/G-92) netted 13. Mateusz Ponitka (198-F-93) scored 9, while Michal Michalak (196-G/F-93, agency: Octagon Europe) and Damian Kulig (205-F/C-87, agency: BeoBasket) had 5 each.

Martinez re-signs at Flamengo - by Eurobasket News

Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (NBB) confirmed in their roster 30-year old American (has also Mexican passport) guard Luke Martinez (190cm-86kg-90, college: Wyoming, agency: Pro Sports) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Martinez played there last season. In 23 NBB games he had 9.2ppg, 3.4rpg, 2.0apg and 1.2spg. He helped them to win the league title. He also played 8 games in Liga Americas where he recorded 9.8ppg, 4.3rpg, 1.6apg and 2.1spg. The last summer he played at Soles (LNBP) in Mexico. In 13 games he averaged impressive 15.7ppg, 4.2rpg and 4.2apg. Martinez has been regularly called to Mexican Senior National Team since 2018.
He is quite experienced player. He has played in five different countries on three different continents (Europe, Latin America and of course North America). Martinez has played previously professionally in Argentina (Quimsa), Israel (Maccabi Haifa), Venezuela (Guaros), Mexico (Rayos de Hermosillo) and NBA G League (Stockton Kings).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Latinbasket.com All-Mexican LNBP Player of the Year and Latinbasket.com All-Mexican LNBP Domestic Player of the Year between 2019 and 2020.
He attended University of Wyoming until 2013 and it will be his ninth season as a professional player.

Clube de Regatas do Flamengo roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Franco Balbi
Dar Tucker
Brandon Robinson
Luke Martinez
Yago Matheus

Forwards:
Olivinha Rodriguez
Rafael Mineiro

Centers:
Joao_Paulo Batista
Vitor Faverani

Coach: Gustavo Conti

(via @ProsportsUy)

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CAMEROON

Jeremy Nzeulie selected the top Cameroonian playing abroad in last week's games - by Eurobasket News

Here is the weekly review of the top performing Cameroonian players, who play currently abroad.

Jeremy Nzeulie

#1. This week's number one is an international shooting guard Jeremy Nzeulie (188-91, currently plays in France). He led Boulazac Basket to a surprising victory over the 12th-ranked Chalons-Reims (13-21) 81-70 in the French Jeep ELITE ProA on Tuesday night. Nzeulie was MVP of the game. He scored 16 points in 22 minutes on the court. Boulazac Basket Dordogne (2-14) is located at the very bottom in the Jeep ELITE ProA. But the situation may improve as they ended a series of twelve consecutive loses. The Regular Season already ended. This year Nzeulie averages: 8.8ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.7apg, 2FGP: 41.9%, 3FGP: 34.4% in 27 games he played so far. He has a dual citizenship: Cameroonian and French. Nzeulie is currently a member of the Cameroonian senior national team.

Gedeon Pitard

#2. Second place goes to an international point guard Gedeon Pitard (186-89, currently plays in France). He could not help Olympique Antibes (10-24) in their last game on Tuesday. Despite Pitard's good performance Olympique Antibes was defeated 77-70 on the road by the higher-ranked SPO Rouen (#14). He scored 10 points, grabbed 5 rebounds and dished 3 assists. The Regular Season already ended. Pitard's overall stats this season are: 8.7ppg, 3.6rpg, 4.0apg, 1.8spg, 2FGP: 53.0%, 3FGP: 32.7% and FT: 67.7%. He is another player who holds two passports: Cameroonian and French. Despite Pitard played previously for the French U18 national team, he is currently a member of the Cameroonian senior national team.

Benoit Mbala

#3. The Cameroonian player who performed third best last week abroad was an international forward Benoit Mbala (200-95, currently plays in France). Mbala led Aix-Maurienne to a 3-point victory over the closely-ranked SPO Rouen (13-21) 73-70 in the French ProB (second division) last Thursday. He was the best player in that game. Mbala scored 18 points and grabbed 5 rebounds in 29 minutes. Aix-Maurienne Savoie Basket (12-22) is placed 15th in the ProB. It was his team's third consecutive victory in a row. The Regular Season already ended. Mbala has relatively good stats this year: 11.3ppg, 4.8rpg, 2FGP: 52.6%, 3FGP: 14.3% and FT: 74.2% in 28 games. He is also a member of the Cameroonian senior national team.

Junior MBida

#4. Center Junior MBida (206-90, currently plays in France) faced previously mentioned Jeremy Nzeulie in the French Jeep ELITE ProA last game. MBida was not able to help Chalons-Reims in their game against Boulazac Basket (4-30). He scored 9 points. But Chalons-Reims was defeated 81-70 in Boulazac by the league outsider Basket (#18). It was Chalons-Reims' third consecutive loss in a row. The Regular Season already ended. MBida's overall stats this season are: 6.0ppg and 4.1rpg. He used to play for the Cameroonian national team back in 2015.

Harding NaNa

#5. An experienced former international forward Harding NaNa (203-81, college: Delaware, currently plays in Switzerland) was the major contributor in a Swiss Central's victory against the seventh-ranked Baeren (3-6) 65-52 in the Swiss NLB (second division) in Thursday night's game. NaNa scored 13 points and grabbed 9 rebounds in 25 minutes. Swiss Central Basket Luzern (8-1) is placed second in the NLB. It was his team's fourth consecutive victory in a row. NaNa has individually a very good year with high stats. He averages: 18.4ppg, 9.4rpg, 2.8apg and 1.5spg in eight games. NaNa used to play for the Cameroonian national team six years ago.

Gaston Essengue

   #6. Center Gaston Essengue (203-83, college: UNLV, currently plays in Argentina) was not able to secure a victory for Ameghino (15-8) in their last game. Despite his good performance the sixth-placed Ameghino (15-8) lost 59-68 at home to the higher-ranked (#4) Villa S.Martin in the Conferencia Norte. Essengue was the second best scorer with 12 points. He also added 6 rebounds in 25 minutes. The Regular Season already ended. It's Essengue's first season with the team. This year Essengue's overall stats are: 9.3ppg and 4.8rpg in 22 games. He is a former international player as he played for the Cameroonian senior team six years ago.

The list of other players, who all have Cameroonian passport but never been selected to any of Cameroonian national teams:

   #1. Joel Embiid (213-C-94, college: Kansas, currently plays in NBA) could not help the Philadelphia 76ers (49-23) in their last game. Despite his very good performance the Philadelphia 76ers (49-23) were edged 109-106 on the road by the Atlanta Hawks. Embiid had a double-double by scoring 37 points and getting 13 rebounds. He also added 5 assists and 4 blocks in 39 minutes. It's Embiid's seventh season with the team. Embiid has individually a very good year with high stats. He averages: 28.4ppg, 10.5rpg, 2.9apg and 1.4bpg in 62 games he played so far.

   #2. Experienced Nicolas Batum (203-SF-88, currently plays in NBA) led Los Angeles Clippers to a victory against the Utah Jazz (52-20) 131-119 in the NBA last Friday. Batum scored 16 points, had 7 rebounds and made 3 blocks. The Los Angeles Clippers have a solid 47-25 record this season. It's Batum's first year with the team. He has relatively good stats this year: 8.3ppg, 5.0rpg, 2.2apg and 1.1spg. Batum has a dual citizenship: French and Cameroonian.

   #3. Kevin Ndzie (214-C-3, currently plays in Italy) contributed to a RO SAzzurra's victory against the fifth-ranked San Severo (3-5) 77-65 in the Italian Serie A2 (second division) last Tuesday. He scored 10 points and grabbed 4 rebounds. . Stella Azzurra Romais placed in Places 25-27 group. Ndzie's overall stats this season are: 3.0ppg and 2.7rpg.

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CANADA

Philip Scrubb selected the top Canadian playing abroad in last week's games - by Eurobasket News

Traditionally, every week we bring you a list of the top performances of Canadians who are currently playing abroad.

Philip Scrubb

#1. This week's number one is an international guard Philip Scrubb (191-92, college: Carleton, currently plays in France). He could not help Limoges CSP Elite (3-1) in their last game on Tuesday. Despite Scrubb's very good performance the league leader Limoges CSP Elite was defeated 88-84 on the road by the lower-ranked Le Mans (#7). He was the second best scorer with 16 points. Scrubb also added 7 assists. The Regular Season already ended. Scrubb has relatively good stats this season: 11.9ppg, 2.1rpg, 4.5apg, 2FGP: 45.7%, 3FGP: 44.1% and FT: 79.7%. He has a dual citizenship: British and Canadian. Ex-Ottawa Blackjacks player is currently a member of the Canadian senior national team.

Thomas Scrubb

#2. Second place goes to an international forward Thomas Scrubb (199-91, college: Carleton, currently plays in France). Scrubb was not able to help one of league's weakest teams JL Bourg (22-12) in their last game. Despite his good performance JL Bourg was badly defeated 91-72 on the opponent's court by the higher-ranked (#4) Monaco. Scrubb was the second best scorer with 14 points. He also added 4 rebounds in 24 minutes. They ended the series of four consecutive victories. This year Scrubb averages: 8.2ppg, 4.3rpg, 1.4apg, 2FGP: 61.4%(81-132), 3FGP: 35.0% and FT: 80.5% in 34 games he played so far. He is another player who holds two passports: British and Canadian. Ex-Ottawa Blackjacks player is in the roster of the Canadian senior national team.

Justin Edwards

#3. The Canadian player who performed third best last week abroad was former University international guard Justin Edwards (194-92, college: Kansas St., currently plays in Romania). Edwards led Cluj Napoca to an easy victory against the closely-ranked Oradea (1-2) 86-67 in the Romanian Liga Nationala in Sunday night's game. He scored 11 points and added 5 assists. It was the game of the round between two top 4 ranked teams. U-Banca Transilvania Cluj Napoca (3-0) is placed first in the Liga Nationala. So far his team won all five games in the Finals. Edwards' overall stats this season are: 9.2ppg, 4.6rpg, 3.0apg, 2FGP: 41.9%, 3FGP: 36.4%. Former Hamilton Honey Badgers starter played for the Canadian university national team eight years ago.

Owen Klassen

#4. Power forward Owen Klassen (208-91, college: Acadia, currently plays in France) led Boulazac Basket to a victory against the 12th-ranked Chalons-Reims (13-21) 81-70 in the French Jeep ELITE ProA last Tuesday. He scored 13 points, had 9 rebounds and dished 5 assists in 29 minutes. Boulazac Basket Dordogne (2-14) is located at the very bottom in the Jeep ELITE ProA. But the situation may improve as they ended a series of twelve consecutive loses. The Regular Season already ended. This year Klassen's overall stats are: 6.9ppg, 5.3rpg and 1.6apg in 18 games. He is also Canadian national team player.

Johnny Berhanemeskel

#5. International guard Johnny Berhanemeskel (188-92, college: Ottawa, currently plays in France) contributed to a JSF Nanterre's victory against the fourth-ranked Monaco (24-10) 86-79 in the French Jeep ELITE ProA on Monday night. Berhanemeskel scored 9 points and grabbed 4 rebounds. JSF Nanterre (8-8) is placed eighth in the Jeep ELITE ProA. The Regular Season already ended. Berhanemeskel's total stats this season are: 7.1ppg, 1.5rpg and 1.1apg. He has both Eritrean and Canadian nationalities. Berhanemeskel plays currently for the Canadian national team.

Aaron Best

#6. Guard Aaron Best (193-92, college: Ryerson, currently plays in France) is a teammate of previously mentioned Owen Klassen. But that was another game of his team in French Jeep ELITE ProA which we would like to mention. Best was not able to secure a victory for Boulazac Basket (2-14) in their game against Cholet Basket (12-22), despite his very good performance in Thursday night's game. He was the second best scorer with 17 points in 30 minutes. But the bottom-ranked Boulazac Basket was crushed 116-80 in Cholet by the higher-ranked (#14) Basket. It's Best's first season with the team. This year Best has relatively solid stats: 11.1ppg, 2.6rpg and 1.6apg in 28 games. He is an international player who is currently on the senior Canadian National Team roster.

Kaza Kajami-Keane

#7. International point guard Kaza Kajami-Keane (185-94, agency: BeoBasket, college: Carleton, currently plays in France) faced previously mentioned Philip Scrubb in the French Jeep ELITE ProA last game. Kajami-Keane helped Le Mans win their game against the closely-ranked Limoges CSP Elite (17-17) 88-84. He scored 7 points. The Regular Season already ended. Kajami-Keane has reliable stats this season: 12.2ppg, 1.5rpg and 4.1apg. He is also Canadian national team player.

Mikyle McIntosh

#8. Forward Mikyle McIntosh (201-94, college: Oregon, currently plays in France) couldn't help Le Portel (6-10) in their game against JDA Dijon (27-7) in the French Jeep ELITE ProA. McIntosh scored 5 points and had 3 steals in 24 minutes. Le Portel was badly defeated 73-57 in Dijon by the leading JDA Dijon. It was Le Portel's third consecutive loss in a row. The Regular Season already ended. McIntosh's stats this year are: 12.1ppg, 4.1rpg and 1.4apg in 31 games. He plays currently for the Canadian national team.

One more player who has never been selected to any of national teams, but has Canadian passport:

#1. Joseph Chartouny (190-G-94, agency: BIG, college: Marquette, currently plays in Lebanon) led Champville to a victory over the closely-ranked Byblos (7-10) crushing them 95-64 in the Lebanese LBL in Monday night's game. He was MVP of the game. Chartouny scored 23 points, had 6 rebounds and dished 6 assists in 32 minutes; quite an impressive performance considering it's only his second season in pro basketball. Champville (11-5) is placed fourth in the LBL. It was his team's fifth consecutive victory in a row. The Regular Season already ended. Chartouny has individually a very good year with high stats. He averages: 18.5ppg, 8.4rpg, 6.4apg and 3.3spg in 13 games he played so far. Chartouny has a dual citizenship: Canadian and Lebanese.

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CEBL

Edmonton To Host 2021 CEBL Championship Weekend - by Eurobasket News

With tip-off of its third season coming Thursday, the Canadian Elite Basketball League announced Monday that Edmonton, home of the 2020 CEBL champion Edmonton Stingers, will host the 2021 CEBL Championship Weekend from August 18-22 at the Edmonton Expo Centre. In Monday's announcement the league also unveiled its playoff schedule, which will begin August 14. The team with the best regular season record will join host Edmonton with automatic berths into the four-team Championship Weekend. The next four teams in the standings will play quarterfinal games at 4 p.m. ET on August 14 and August 15 to determine which two will advance to the semifinals being held August 20 at the Expo Centre. The first semifinal is at 7 p.m. ET followed by the second semifinal starting at 9:30 p.m. ET. The Championship Finals game is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET on August 22. Fans can now purchase weekend ticket packages to watch both the semifinals and the championship final in person at the Expo Centre via this link. All playoff games will be broadcasted nationally on CBC TV and available for live streaming on the CEBL's new OTT streaming service CEBL+, cbcsports.ca, the free CBC Gem streaming service, the CBC Sports App for iOS and android devices, and on Twitch. Championship Weekend will be a five-day event hosted in partnership with the Expo Centre, City of Edmonton and Province of Alberta. It will feature the annual CEBL Awards event, a family friendly street-festival, tailgate parties, major concerts featuring top artists, a 3x3 Basketball tournament organized by EYBA, an NBA 2k gaming tournament, and the top four CEBL teams competing to be named CEBL champions. More details, the complete schedule and upcoming news on Championship Weekend can be found here. 'I am thrilled to have Championship Weekend come to Edmonton this year,' said Mike Morreale, Commissioner & CEO of the CEBL. 'This five-day event promises to be a fun-filled celebration of basketball, music, and entertainment along with the top CEBL teams battling it out to win the coveted CEBL Championship Trophy. The entire Edmonton region has shown great support for their Stingers, and the community knows how to host major events. Championship Weekend will be an event not to be missed.' The 2021 CEBL season begins Thursday at 7 p.m. ET in the nation's capital as the Ottawa BlackJacks host the Niagara River Lions at TD Place. The Hamilton Honey Badgers take on the defending CEBL champion Stingers in Edmonton on June 26 at 2 p.m. MT (4 p.m. ET) in a game that will be nationally televised on CBC. Fraser Valley hosts Saskatchewan that evening to complete the season's opening weekend of action.
Courtesy of: cebl.ca

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CHILE

Amicucci's double-double lands him Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

35-year old power forward Cristian Amicucci (200-F/C-85) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for league's best team Las Animas and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 13.
He had a double-double of 28 points and 21 rebounds, while his team outclassed Puerto Montt (#5, 4-11) with 30-point margin 92-62. It allowed Las Animas to consolidate first place in the Chilean league. Las Animas have a solid 14-2 record. Amicucci just recently signed at Las Animas, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Amicucci has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (2nd best: 22.8ppg), rebounds (3rd best: 11.6rpg) and averages solid 59.2% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Diego Silva (186-G-93) of top-ranked CDU Concepcion. He is international guard in his second season at CDU Concepcion. In the last game Silva recorded impressive double-double of 23 points and 13 assists. Of course he led CDU Concepcion to another comfortable win 103-87 over slightly lower-ranked Puente Alto (#3, 7-9) being unquestionably team leader. It was definitely game of the week between two contenders to the top position in Conferencia Centro. CDU Concepcion consolidated its place in the very top position of the standings. His team has currently 11-3 record. Silva is one of the most experienced players at CDU Concepcion and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 18.7ppg (#6). His other stats are also decent: 6.5rpg and 6.1apg.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Eugenio Luzcando (187-G-95) of Los Leones (#4). Luzcando showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the last round. He was a key player of Los Leones, leading his team to a 77-53 easy win against slightly lower-ranked CDU Catolica (#5, 6-9). Los Leones needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams in Conferencia Centro. Their record at this point is 6 victories and 6 lost games. Luzcando has a great season in Chile. After 10 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 18.8ppg (5th best) and assists with 4.2apg (8th best). Eugenio Luzcando has also Chilean passport and can play in the league with a status of domestic player.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Josh Morris (203-F) of Puerto Montt - 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Franco Morales (179-G-92) of Las Animas - 25 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Erik Carrasco (181-G-83) of Puente Alto - 18 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists
7. Osven Ledezma (202-C-90) of Quilicura - 20 points and 7 rebounds
8. Arnold Louis (201-C-90) of CD Puerto Varas - 26 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Hector Gomez (188-PG-87) of CD Puerto Varas - 24 points and 7 rebounds
10. Travion Leonard (205-C-93) of CDE Talca - 20 points and 14 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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CROATIA

Bojan Bogdanovic's 32 points make him top Croatian player abroad of the week - by Eurobasket News

Traditionally, every week we bring you a list of the top performances of Croatians who are currently playing abroad.

Bojan Bogdanovic

#1. This week's number one is former international small forward Bojan Bogdanovic (203-89, currently plays in NBA). He could not help the Utah Jazz (52-20) in their last game. Despite Bogdanovic's very good performance the Utah Jazz (52-20) lost 111-119 at home to the Los Angeles Clippers. He was the top scorer with 32 points in 39 minutes on the court. Bogdanovic has individually a very good year with high stats. He averages: 17.2ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.8apg, 2FGP: 48.7% and FT: 87.9% in 83 games he played so far. Former KK Cibona VIP Zagreb starter played for the Croatian senior national team three years ago.

Ivica Zubac

#2. Second place goes to former international center Ivica Zubac (216-97, agency: BeoBasket, currently plays in NBA). Zubac contributed to a Los Angeles Clippers' victory against the Utah Jazz (52-20) 118-104 in the NBA last Monday. He recorded 8 points and grabbed 5 rebounds. The Los Angeles Clippers have a solid 47-25 record this season. Zubac has relatively good stats this year: 8.3ppg, 6.7rpg, 1.1apg, 2FGP: 65.3%(278-426), 3FGP: 25.0% and FT: 78.0%. He played for the Croatian national team in 2018.

David Skara

#3. The Croatian player who performed third best last week abroad was former University international forward David Skara (203-95, college: Clemson, currently plays in France). Skara helped Denain Voltaire win their game against the 14th-ranked SPO Rouen (13-21) crushing them 76-54 in the French ProB (second division) on Saturday night. He scored 7 points in 21 minutes. Denain ASC Voltaire (21-13) is placed fourth in the ProB. It was his team's sixth consecutive victory in a row. The Regular Season already ended. It's Skara's first season with the team. This year Skara has relatively solid stats: 12.8ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.1apg, 2FGP: 52.1%, 3FGP: 26.5% and FT: 82.5% in 29 games. He played for the Croatian university national team two years ago.

Dario Saric

   #4. Power forward Dario Saric (207-94, currently plays in NBA) managed to help Phoenix Suns to win against the Los Angeles Clippers (47-25) 120-114 in the NBA in Sunday night's game. Saric recorded only 2 points. The Phoenix Suns have a solid 51-21 record this season. It was his team's third consecutive victory in a row. Saric has reliable stats this season: 8.2ppg, 3.6rpg and 1.3apg. He used to play for the Croatian national team back in 2018.

The list of other players, who all have Croatian passport but never been selected to any of Croatian national teams:

   #1. Goran Veg (205-C/F, currently plays in Australia). Veg could not help Panthers (2-8) to beat Hills Hornets (6-5). He recorded 9 points, 9 rebounds and 3 blocks in 30 minutes. But the 14th-placed Panthers (2-8) lost 84-88 on the road to the higher-ranked (#8) Hills Hornets in the WARATAH group. It was Panthers' third consecutive loss in a row. Veg's stats this year are: 10.9ppg, 6.4rpg, 2.1apg and 2.0bpg in seven games he played so far. He has a dual citizenship: Croatian and Australian.

   #2. Aleksandar Marcius (208-C-90, college: DePaul, currently plays in Italy) was the major contributor in a RO SAzzurra's victory against the fifth-ranked San Severo (3-5) 71-66 in the Italian Serie A2 (second division) on Thursday night. Marcius recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and getting 10 rebounds. . Stella Azzurra Romais placed in Places 25-27 group. Marcius' stats this season are: 11.8ppg and 9.2rpg.

   #3. Experienced Leo Menalo (208-F-2, agency: BeoBasket, currently plays in Italy) is a teammate of previously mentioned Aleksandar Marcius and both played together in the last Italian Serie A2 game. Menalo contributed to a RO SAzzurra's victory against the fifth-ranked San Severo (3-5) 71-66. He recorded 8 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists in 27 minutes. This year Menalo's overall stats are: 8.5ppg, 4.5rpg and 1.2apg in 22 games.

   #4. Maj Kovacevic (192-G-90, agency: BIG, currently plays in France) led Gries/Oberhoffen to a victory against the closely-ranked ADA Blois (20-14) 81-71 in the French ProB (second division) last Friday. He scored 14 points. Gries/Oberhoffen BC (19-15) is placed eighth in the ProB. The Regular Season already ended. This season Kovacevic averages only 9.3ppg. He is another player who holds two passports: Slovenian and Croatian. Despite Kovacevic's Croatian nationality, he previously played for the Slovenian U20 national team and is probably not eligible to play for the Croatian team.

   #5. Nikola Nonkovic (202-PF-2, currently plays in Italy) managed to help Zeus Energy Group NPC Rieti in a victory against the second-ranked Biella (2-2) 86-75 in the Italian Serie A2 (second division) on Tuesday night. Nonkovic scored 5 points in 19 minutes. It was the game of the round between two top 3 ranked teams. Zeus Energy Group NPC Rieti (20-2) is placed first in Places 19-24 group. It was his team's seventh consecutive victory in a row. This year Nonkovic's overall stats are: 2.9ppg and 1.2rpg in 19 games. He has both Croatian and Montenegrin nationalities.

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CYPRUS

Omonia signs Nikolas Papademetriou - by Chris Mammides

Omonia Nicosia (OPAP Basket League) signed 19-year old point guard Nikolas Papademetriou (188cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Papademetriou has played for the last three seasons at Keravnos.
He represented Cyprus at the European Championships U18 Division C in Andorra two years ago. Papademetriou's team won Gold and his stats at that event were 4 games: 4.5ppg, 3.0rpg, 1.0apg.

Omonia Nicosia roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Constantinos Pilakoutas
Andreas Konstantinou
Nikolas Papademetriou

Forward:
Christos Karampatakis

Coach: Daniel Nelson

Kalin Fisher (ex Trepca/AS) is a newcomer at ENAD Agios Dometios - by Antonis Katsaros

Newly promoted Ydra Asfalistiki ENAD Agios Dometios (OPAP Basket League) added to their roster 24-year old Finn guard Kalin Fisher (188cm-82kg-96, college: Hampton) for season 2021-22. Fisher played most recently at Trepca/AS Prishtina in Kosovan Superliga, but left the team in Dec.'20. In 7 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.0ppg, 4.9rpg, 3.4apg and 1.0spg last season.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the CIT Championship Semifinals in 2019. He was voted to All-Big South Conference Honorable Mention in 2019.
He attended Hampton University until 2019 and it will be his third season as a professional player.

Ydra Asfalistiki ENAD Agios Dometios roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
George Frageskou
Kalin Fisher
Kipros Sepos
Aris Oikonomidis

Center:
Christos Panayiotou

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CZECH REPUBLIC

Michal Mares agreed terms with Kolin - by Surujh Roopnarine

BK Geosan Kolin (NBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old international 193cm forward Michal Mares, agency: Octagon Europe for season 2021-22. Mares has played for the last nine years at USK Praha. In 36 Czech Republic games he recorded 10.8ppg, 2.3rpg and 1.4apg last season.
He has been also a member of Czech Republic international program for some years. He has regularly played for Czech Republic senior team since 2017 and previously for U20 National Team between 2011 and 2012.
Mares also represented Czech Republic at the European Championships U18 in Latvia eight years ago.
He has played previously for Kladno.
Among many awards his team made it to the Czech Republic Cup final in 2020. He was voted to Czech Republic NBL All-Star Game in 2020.

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Mellizos de Sur adds Colome to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Mellizos de Sur (Puerto Plata) added to their roster 24-year old Dominican shooting guard Jaison Colome (190cm). Colome played last summer at Storm in Colombian LPB league. In 8 games he recorded very impressive stats: 23.4ppg, 6.8rpg, 4.3apg and 3.3spg. A very spectacular season in his career as he was voted to Latinbasket.com All-Colombian LPB Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. The last season he played at Corazon in Spanish EBA where in 18 games he averaged remarkable 28.2ppg, 7.2rpg, 3.3apg and 3.4spg. Good season as he was also here named League Player of the Week (2 times).
He has played previously for three other Dominican Republic teams: Caneros Del Este, Savica and Huellas.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was selected Latinbasket.com All-Dominican Republic LNB 6th Man of the Year in 2019.

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DR CONGO

Le Havre signs Omari Gudul - by Eurobasket News

Saint Thomas Basket Le Havre (NM1) signed 27-year old Congolese international forward Omari Gudul (206cm-104kg-94, college: Angelo State) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Gudul played last season at Sluc Nancy Basket Pro in French ProB. In 13 games he had 7.3ppg, 3.9rpg and 1.0apg. NM1 will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He also played for Spojnia in Polish EBL where in 33 games he recorded 5.6ppg and 4.6rpg. He helped them to make it to the cup final. Gudul has been regularly called to Congolese Senior National Team since 2017.
He is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Bulgaria (Levski Lukoil and Beroe), Romania (Craiova) and Spain (Joventut).
Gudul attended Angelo State until 2016 and it will be his sixth season as a professional player.

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ECBL

PrimeTime Players win sixth league title - by Scott Ludwig

Season 7 of the East Coast Basketball League came to a conclusion last weekend with two long-time foes meeting in the championship game. PrimeTime Players, the only champion the league has ever known, took on a surprising North Carolina Coyotes squad who won four straight to reach the championship game. The two teams played a thriller with PrimeTime Players coming out on top 130-128.

North Carolina Coyotes surprised many with their late season run to the championship game. After a 5-7 regular season the squad based in Durham entered the Mid-South playoffs as the four-seed. Wins against Rowan County Bulls, North Carolina Capitals and Petersburg Cavaliers propelled the team to their first conference title in team history.

On paper the matchup with PrimeTime looked to be a longshot, but the Coyotes proved their run was no fluke as they went toe-to-toe for 48 minutes with the champs. Trailing by two with :22 on the clock Coyotes guard Aaron Dawson (SG) drove to the basket only to be denied by Trevor Booker (6'8'-F-87, college: Clemson). Chris Moore (6'2'-G-86, college: Charleston So.) was fouled and sank a pair of free throws in the final seconds to seal the victory.

Booker led the way on both ends scoring a team-best 29 points and 20 rebounds. The former NBA mainstay added seven assists along with three steals and two blocked shots.

The veteran Moore, who was named playoff MVP, scored 27 while dishing out 11 assists and six rebounds. In two playoff games Moore scored scored 64 points, 16 rebounds and 22 assists.

Six of seven players in the PrimeTime lineup scored in double-figures including Van Turner Jr. (6'1'-G, college: Queens, NC) (25 points, six rebounds) and Ricardo Glenn (6'8'-C-90, college: USC Upstate) with 11 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Lysander Bracey (6'4'-G-96, college: Hampton) and James Murray (6'0'-PG, college: Sandhills CC) chipped in with 16 points each.

ECBL Super Cup preview - by Scott Ludwig

Champion vs champion. The first ECBL Super Cup is happening on Saturday in Lincolnton, North Carolina. The game features winners of the Mid-Atlantic (Western Mass Zombies) and South (PrimeTime Players).

Western Mass Zombies (11-3)

Opened their inaugural ECBL campaign on March 13 with a 153-124 victory at Red Rose Thunder. Lost two of their next three, but have been rolling since. The Zombies strung together six-straight wins before a road loss on May 22.

PLAYOFFS: defeated Fredericksburg Grizzlies (130-105) and Hub City Hogs (122-117) to claim the Mid-Atlantic trophy.

Led by Mid-Atlantic MVP Tylon Smith (6'2'-G-92, college: S.Connecticut, agency: Interperformances) who avaged 26.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, 6.0assists in 14 games. Jahmerikah Green-Younger (6'1'-G, college: AMC) and Tyler Desrosiers (6'2'-G, college: Post) (Post University '18) provide plenty of scoring punch.

Player to watch: Malik Petteway (6'8'-F-97, college: RMU) - one of the few big men on the Zombies roster averaged 14 points along with 16.7 rebounds and a league-best 3.2 blocks per game.

PrimeTime Players (14-2)

Six-time ECBL champion were nearly dethroned in the championship game by a surprise North Carolina Coyotes group. Opened their season with a seven-game win streak before a two-game slide with losses to Florence Wildcats and Georgia Fire. Won eight-in-a-row.

PLAYOFFS: eliminated Georgia Fire (107-105) and Carolina Thunder (160-148) before title game victory over North Carolina Coyotes (130-128).

Former NBA player Trevor Booker (6'8'-F-87, college: Clemson) (24.5 points, 16.2 rebounds) led a balanced PTP attack this season. Three-time league MVP Chris Moore (6'2'-G-86, college: Charleston So.) (24 points, 6.7 rebounds, 10.5 assists) drives the engine and has the ability to take over games. Van Turner Jr. (6'1'-G, college: Queens, NC) provides plenty of offense averaging 23.6 per game.

Players to watch: Ricardo Glenn (6'8'-C-90, college: USC Upstate) and (21.2 pts, 17.0 reb) and Odell Turner (6'7'-PF-91, college: Wingate) (16.4 pts, 12.8 reb) have experience and along side Booker provide plenty of size.

ECBL Super Cup

Saturday, June 26

6:00 PM

Combine Academy

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ECUADOR

Barahona's double-double lands him Liga Desarrollo Hoops Agents Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

17-year old power forward Abraham Barahona (193-F/C-03) put on an amazing game in the last round for league's best team Importadora and receives a Hoops Agents Liga Desarrollo Player of the Week award for round 2.
He had a double-double of 21 points and 10 rebounds, while his team edged out Sacramento (#5, 1-2) 62-59. It allowed Importadora to consolidate first place in the Ecuadorian Liga Desarrollo. The season is still on an early stage, but Importadora already had a very good start winning all 3 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Barahona had a remarkable 55.6% from 2-point range. He turned to be Importadora's top player in his first season with the team. Barahona has impressive league stats. He is in league's top in points (6th best: 18.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 13.0rpg) and averages solid 2.0bpg,2.7spg and 56.4% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was Andres Conchambay (190-SF-87) of Santa Maria. He is a in his first season at Santa Maria. In the last game Conchambay recorded impressive double-double of 25 points and 11 rebounds. Bad luck as Santa Maria was edged by Piratas (2-0) 70-67. The season is still at the very beginning and this lost game may not be such crucial, of course if they start win the games. Let's wait for the next round. Conchambay is one of the most experienced players at Santa Maria and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 21.0ppg (#4). He also registered 6.5 boards per game.

Third place about best performers goes to Nixon Mina (205-C/F-90) of Rincon dC (#7). Mina scored 11 points and grabbed sixteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Mina's great performance Rincon dC lost 52-54 to Punto Rojo (#3, 2-1). But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates. Rincon dC can only dream about fighting for top spots in the league. They have awful season losing so far all 3 games. Mina has individually a great season in Ecuador. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in rebounds with 12.3rpg (3rd best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Alfredo Salgado (PG-95) of Sacramento - 28 points and 7 rebounds
5. Erick Mecias (184-G-03) of Piratas - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
6. Alexaner Guerra (196-F-96) of Importadora - 8 points, 18 rebounds and 3 assists
7. Martin Martinez (182-PG-95) of Importadora - 8 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists
8. Eduard Caicedo (196-C/F-90) of Punto Rojo - 17 points and 11 rebounds
9. Luis Riascos (194-F/G) of Piratas - 11 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Janer Arcila (G-04) of Punto Rojo - 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

Liga Desarrollo Round 3: Caballeros are defeated by Piratas - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by ESL.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Caballeros (1-1) in Ambato on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Piratas (2-0) 87-79. Strangely Caballeros outrebounded Piratas 51-35 including 36 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for the former international swingman Luis Riascos (194-0) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Erick Mecias (184-3) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Mairon Cuero (190-89) with 27 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Piratas are looking forward to face Santa Maria (#6) in the next round. Caballeros will play again against Piratas in Ibarra and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very significant was Sacramento's (#6) 22-point road victory against Rincon dC 85-63. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Alfredo Salgado (-95) who led the winners and scored 28 points and 5 rebounds. Jose Noboa accounted for 6 points, 13 rebounds and 5 blocks. Galo Haro (-98) came up with 19 points and 5 rebounds for Rincon dC in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Very significant was Importadora's (#1, 3-0) victory against Punto Rojo (2-1) 59-53. The best player for the winners was Abraham Barahona who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. At the other side the best for losing team was Eduard Caicedo who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Rincon dC - Sacramento 63-85

Very significant was Sacramento's (#6) 22-point road victory against Rincon dC 85-63. Sacramento forced 24 Rincon dC turnovers. It was an exceptional evening for point guard Alfredo Salgado (-95) who led the winners and scored 28 points and 5 rebounds. Center Jose Noboa (-4) accounted for 6 points, 13 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winning side. Galo Haro (-98) came up with 19 points and 5 rebounds and center Alejandro Ocana (-99) added 9 points and 13 rebounds respectively for Rincon dC in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sacramento: A.Salgado 28+5reb+2ast, P.Arath 15+3reb+1ast, E.Enrique 8+4reb, A.Juan 6+2reb+1ast, N.Jose 6+13reb+1ast, R.Geovanny 6+3reb+1ast
Rincon dC: G.Haro 19+5reb+1ast, F.Geovanny 9+6reb+1ast, O.Alejandro 9+13reb+1ast, D.Aparicio 9+6reb, R.Roldan 8+10reb+1ast, N.Mina 5+6reb

Caballeros - Piratas 79-87

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Caballeros (1-1) in Ambato on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by Piratas (2-0) 87-79. Strangely Caballeros outrebounded Piratas 51-35 including 36 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for the former international swingman Luis Riascos (194-0) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 30 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Erick Mecias (184-3) helped adding 15 points and 8 rebounds. The best for the losing side was forward Mairon Cuero (190-89) with 27 points and 9 rebounds and center Jordan Cardenas (206-98, college: FNU) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 16 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Piratas are looking forward to face Santa Maria (#6) in the next round. Caballeros will play again against Piratas in Ibarra and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Piratas: L.Riascos 30+11reb+6ast, I.Angel 16+2reb+3ast, M.Erick 15+8reb, B.Victor 11+2reb+1ast, J.Arboleda 9+6reb+1ast, C.Christian 4+5reb
Caballeros: M.Cuero 27+9reb, C.Delgado 18+7reb+2ast, Q.John 14+5reb+2ast, J.Cardenas 14+16reb+1ast, V.Jordy 3+8reb, P.Fabian 3

Importadora - Punto Rojo 59-53

Very significant was Importadora's (#1, 3-0) victory against Punto Rojo (2-1) 59-53. Importadora forced 21 Punto Rojo turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Importadora made 10 blocks. The best player for the winners was power forward Abraham Barahona (193-3) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. The former international forward Alexaner Guerra (196-96) chipped in 6 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international power forward Eduard Caicedo (196-90) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 18 rebounds and guard Janer Arcila (-4) added 10 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Importadora: B.Abraham 24+13reb, T.Michael 7+6reb+1ast, M.Moncayo 7+3reb, M.Martinez 6+8reb+4ast, A.Guerra 6+11reb+4ast, R.Kenny 4
Punto Rojo: E.Caicedo 21+18reb+1ast, A.Janer 10+8reb+5ast, J.Riera 6+2reb, C.Jorge 6+8reb, J.Porozo 5+8reb+1ast, U.Matias 5+3reb+2ast

Ecuadorian Liga Desarrollo round 3 best performance: Abraham Barahona - by Eurobasket News

Power forward Abraham Barahona (193-F/C-03) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for top-ranked Importadora, receiving a Hoops Agents Liga Desarrollo Player of the Week award for round 3.
The 17-year old player had a double-double of 24 points and 13 rebounds, while his team beat Punto Rojo (#3, 2-1) 59-53. The game was between two of the league's top four teams. It allowed Importadora to consolidate first place in the Ecuadorian Liga Desarrollo. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but Importadora already had a very good start winning all 3 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Barahona had a remarkable 63.6% from 2-point range. He turned to be Importadora's top player in his first season with the team. Abraham Barahona has solid league stats. He is in league's top in points (6th best: 18.7ppg), rebounds (2nd best: 13.0rpg) and averages impressive 2.0bpg,2.7spg and 56.4% FGP.

The second best player in last round's games was 20-year old former international swingman Luis Riascos (194-F/G) of league's second-best Piratas. Riascos had a very good evening with a double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds. Of course Piratas cruised to a 87-79 relatively comfortable win over Caballeros (1-1). The season is still at the very beginning and this victory may help a lot. Let's wait for the next round. Riascos is one of the most experienced players at Piratas and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players. He belongs to the best scorers in the league with 20.0ppg (#4). His other stats are also decent: 7.0rpg and 3.7apg.

Third on the list of top players last round was former international Eduard Caicedo (196-C/F-90) of Punto Rojo (#3). Caicedo scored 21 points and grabbed eighteen rebounds (!!!). Despite Caicedo's great performance Punto Rojo lost 53-59 to #1 ranked Importadora. But his team cannot count on just a single player as he also needs help of the other teammates especially in such crucial game. The last thing Punto Rojo needs is to lose another game like this one. They lose more and more distance to the top teams. Their record is 2 victories and 1 lost game. Caicedo has a great season in Ecuador. After only 3 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 17.0ppg (7th best) and rebounds with 12.0rpg (4th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Mairon Cuero (190-F-89) of Caballeros - 27 points and 9 rebounds
5. Alfredo Salgado (PG-95) of Sacramento - 28 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Galo Haro (SF-98) of Rincon dC - 19 points and 5 rebounds
7. Jordan Cardenas (206-C-98) of Caballeros - 14 points and 16 rebounds
8. Angel Imbago (G) of Piratas - 16 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists
9. Erick Mecias (184-G-03) of Piratas - 15 points and 8 rebounds
10. Alejandro Ocana (C-99) of Rincon dC - 9 points and 13 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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EGYPT

Al Zamalek ties the series 1-1 with Al Ettihad in Egyptian Super league 2020-2021 Finals - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Al Zamalek tied the series 1-1 with Al Ettihad Egyptian Super league 2020-2021 Finals after winning Game 2 83-56 in the match that took place on Sunday 20-6

Matches are being played on Best of 5 format

Best scorer in the match was Mohab Yasser of Al Zamalek with 23 points

His colleague Anas Osamascored 10 points but he added 10 rebounds 7 assists 4 steals and 4 block shots to be named MVP of Game 2 with efficiency of 26

Other top scorers in Al Zamalek were Walter Hodge with 18 pointsIslam Salemwith 12 points

Best scorers in Al Ettihad were:

Ismail Ahmedwith 18 points

Ahmed Adelwith 15 points

Haitham Kamal with 11 points

Al Ettihad leads Al Zamalek 1-0 in Egyptian Super league 2020-2021 Finals - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Al Ettihad led Al Zamalek 1-0 in Egyptian Super league 2020-2021 Finals after winning Game 1 83-56 in the match that took place on Sunday 20-6

Al Ettehad leads the series 1-0

Matches are being played on Best of 5 format

Best scorer in the match was Ramy Ibrahimof Al Ettihad with 19 points

He added 5 rebounds to be named MVP of Game 1 with efficiency of 25q

Other top scorers in Al Ettihad were

Marvel Harris with 13 points

Yousef Shoushawith 11 points

Best scorers in in Al Zamalek were

Mostafa Kijo with 13 points

Ahmed Yasser with 10 points

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ESTONIA

Parnu adds Misters to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Parnu Sadam (KML) added to their roster 29-year old Latvian guard Andris Misters (194cm-91kg-92, college: Jacksonville) for new 2022 season. Misters has played for the last two seasons at Melilla Baloncesto in Spanish LEB Gold. In 26 games he recorded 12.3ppg, 3.1rpg and 1.8apg previous season.
He represented Latvia at the European Championships U20 in Slovenia nine years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 2.8ppg, 1.5rpg.
He has played also professionally in Latvia (VEF Riga).
Misters won Latvian League championship title in 2019.
He attended Jacksonville University until 2017 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

Imortal sign a second import player, ex Kalev/Cramo - by Joao Santos

Newly promoted Imortal Luzigas Albufeira (LPB) inked 27-year old American 193cm shooting guard Marqueze Coleman, college: Nevada for upcoming season. Coleman is the second import player in the roster as Cape Verdean Keven Gomes signed here earlier.
He played last summer at Kalev/Cramo in Estonian KML league.
In 2016 he was drafted by Iowa Energy (D-League) in third round (55th overall).
The former University of Nevada star is in his sixth season in pro basketball.
He is a very experienced player. Coleman has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to four different countries on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America). He has played previously professionally in Australia (Ballarat Miners), Germany (Titans), Portugal (Terceira and Vitoria SC/Costa Guerreiro Lda.) and The Basketball Tournament (Kimchi Express). He was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese League 1st Team in 2020.
Coleman's team won Australian NBL1 Regular Season in 2019.

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EUROCUP

Coach Dzikic comes back to Buducnost - by Eurobasket News

KK Buducnost Voli Podgorica (Erste Liga) will be lead by 50-year old Serbian coach Aleksandar Dzikic (agency: BeoBasket) for season 2021-22. It is actually his comeback to Podgorica as he used to coach here before. Dzikic coached most recently at Estudiantes in Spanish league.
He was coaching Serbian U20 National Team between 2011 and 2012.
He has coached also in Lithuania (Rytas), Slovenia (Krka) and Serbia (KK Partizan NiS Beograd).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Adriatic League final for two years in a row (2018 and 2019). Dzikic was also voted Eurobasket.com All-Adriatic League Coach of the Year back in 2018.

(via @miskoraznatovic)

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EUROLEAGUE

De Colo re-signs at Fenerbahce - by Eurobasket News

Fenerbahce Dogus Istanbul (BSL) confirmed in their roster experienced 34-year old French international guard Nando De Colo (196cm-91kg) for upcoming 2021-22 season. De Colo has played there for the last two seasons. He helped them to make it to the Turkish League final after they ended regular season as second best team. 2020-21 was a great year as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Turkish League 1st Team and League Player of the Week. He played 32 games in Euroleague where he had very impressive stats: 15.8ppg, 3.2rpg, 3.9apg and 1.4spg last season. De Colo contributed to his team making it to the quarterfinals. 2020-21 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Euroleague 2nd Team.
In 2009 he was drafted by San Antonio Spurs (NBA) in second round (53rd overall).
He has been also a member of French international program for some years. He has regularly played for French senior team since 2008 and previously for U20 National Team between 2006 and 2007.
De Colo represented France at the World Cup in China two years ago. De Colo's team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 8 games: 16.5ppg, 1.6rpg, 3.4apg, FGP: 63.0%, 3PT: 41.9%, FT: 89.7%.
He is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Russia (CSKA Moscow), Spain (Valencia Basket), NBA (Toronto Raptors), France (Cholet Basket) and NBA G League (Austin Spurs).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team won Turkish Cup in 2020. De Colo was also voted Eurobasket.com All-VTB League European Player of the Year in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
He could be described: (by Borko Popic for NBADraft.net in 2009)
His quickness and leaping ability hurt him when operating in ISO situations because he has a hard time getting a shoulder by the defender. But when he gains an advantage, such as in a screen and roll setting, he makes good reads that usually end up in a high quality shot attempt for his team. He is also very good from the outside, where he is more than capable of shooting off the dribble or in spot up situations.

Fenerbahce Dogus Istanbul roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Nando De_Colo
Melih Mahmutoglu
Ismet Akpinar
Pierria Henry

Forwards:
Danilo Barthel
Achille Polonara
Dyshawn Pierre
Marial Shayok
Marko Guduric
Tarik Biberovic

Centers:
Jan Vesely
Devin Booker
Ahmad Al-Dwairi

Coach: Igor Kokoskov

Gecim re-signs at Anadolu Efes - by Eurobasket News

Anadolu Efes Istanbul (BSL) confirmed in their roster 25-year old international forward Tolga Gecim (206cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Gecim has played there for the last two seasons. He helped them to win the league title. He played 6 games in Euroleague, but he had just 0.7ppg last season.
Gecim has been also a member of Turkish international program for some years. He has regularly played for Turkish senior team since 2016 and previously for U19 National Team back in 2015.
He represented Turkey at the European Championships U20 in Gecimlsinki (Finland) five years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 7 games: 9.6ppg, 3.9rpg, 3.4apg, FGP: 46.2%, 3PT: 20.8%, FT: 84.2%.
He has played previously for two other teams: Bandirma and TEKSUT Bandirma BK.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Turkish League All-Star Game back in 2016 and 2018.

Anadolu Efes Istanbul roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Dogus Balbay
Rodrigue Beaubois
Ahmet Tuncer
Erten Gazi

Forwards:
Adrien Moerman
Chris Singleton
Tolga Gecim
Dzanan Musa
Yigitcan Saybir

Center:
Bryant Dunston

Coach: Ergin Ataman

Bayern keep coach Trinchieri - by Eurobasket News

FC Bayern Muenchen (BBL) agreed terms of contract extension with experienced 53-year old Italian coach Andrea Trinchieri. Trinchieri helped them to win the cup and make to league final. He used to coach German Bundesliga All National Team (as head coach) back in 2016.
He has coached also in Russia (Unics), Serbia (KK Partizan NiS Beograd) and Italy (AX Armani Exchange Milano and Cantu).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Adriatic League Coach of the Year in 2020.

(via @DDPronos)

Valencia hire coach Joan Penarroya - by Eurobasket News

Valencia Basket (Liga Endesa) agreed terms with experienced 52-year old coach Joan Penarroya for new 2021-22 season. Penarroya has coached for the last two seasons at San Pablo Inmobiliaria Miraflores Burgos.
He has coached previously three other teams: Andorra, La ICL Manresa and Navas. He won Basketball Champions League title for two years in a row (2020 and 2021) and the cup in 2021.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold Coach of the Year back in 2014.

Real Madrid tabs Guerschon Yabusele, ex ASVEL - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Real Madrid (Liga Endesa) inked 25-year old French international 201cm power forward Guerschon Yabusele for upcoming season. Yabusele played most recently at ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket in French Jeep ELITE ProA. In 22 games he averaged 14.1ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.3apg last season. He helped them to win the cup. He also played 30 games in Euroleague where he had 11.0ppg, 4.2rpg and 1.2apg. A very good season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Euroleague Honorable Mention.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Monkey Kings in Chinese CBA. In 15 games he recorded very impressive stats: 17.9ppg, 7.2rpg, 1.8apg, 1.1spg and 1.3bpg. The other team he played that season for were the Celtics in NBA. In 15 games he got remarkable 17.9ppg, 7.2rpg and 1.8apg. Yabusele also spent pre-season at the Celtics in NBA.
In 2016 he was drafted by Boston Celtics (NBA) in first round (16th overall).
He has been also a member of French international program for some years. He has regularly played for French senior team since 2020 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2013.
Yabusele represented France at the European Championships U20 in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Italy) six years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 9 games: 9.2ppg, 6.6rpg, 1.0spg, Blocks-5 (1.3bpg), FGP: 45.6%, 3PT: 23.5%, FT: 63.3%.
He has played previously professionally in NBA G League (Maine RC).
He won D-League Atlantic Division championship title in 2017.

Maccabi Tel Aviv signs Keenan Evans - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv (Winner League) signed 24-year old American guard Keenan Evans (191cm-79kg-96, college: Texas Tech) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Evans played last season at H.Haifa in National League. He helped his team get promotion to Winner League. In 31 games he was league's fifth best scorer with impressive 18.7ppg and averaged 4.2rpg, 6.2apg (top 4) and 2.0spg (in top 2). 2020-21 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League 2nd Team, All-Imports Team and League Player of the Week (4 times). He also played 4 games in Balkan League where he had 12.0ppg, 1.8rpg, 5.0apg and 2.0spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Igokea in Bosnia and Evansrzegovina Division I. In 14 games he recorded 11.1ppg, 3.0rpg, 3.1apg and 1.1spg (in top 2). He contributed to his team winning the regular season and make it to the final. They also played in the Cup final. 2019-20 was a great season as he was voted Eurobasket.com All-Bosnia and Herzegovina League Import Player of the Year and named to 1st Team. He also played 18 games in ABA League where he got 11.9ppg, 2.4rpg, 2.8apg and 1.6spg.
He has played also professionally in NBA (Detroit Pistons), NBA G League (Delaware Blue Coats and Grand Rapids D.) and NBA Summer League (Memphis Grizzlies).
He was also selected USBWA All-District VII Player of the Year back in 2018 at his college time.
Evans attended Texas Tech University until 2018 and it will be his fourth season as a professional player.

Fenerbahce signs Achille Polonara - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Fenerbahce Dogus Istanbul (BSL) signed 29-year old Italian ex-international center Achille Polonara (202cm-90kg) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Polonara has played for the last two seasons at Baskonia in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 36 games he had 11.3ppg, 5.4rpg (#3 in the league), 1.9apg and 1.1spg last season. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. 2020-21 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish Liga Endesa Honorable Mention. He also played 33 games in Euroleague where he recorded 12.2ppg, 6.6rpg, 1.9apg and 1.2spg.
Polonara was also a member of Italian international program for some years. He played for Italian Senior National Team between 2012 and 2018 and previously for U20 National Team between 2010 and 2011.
He also represented Italy at the European Championships six years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 0.8ppg.
Polonara has played also professionally for other Italian teams like Varese, Reggio Emilia, Sassari and BancaTercas.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Spanish Liga Endesa championship title in 2020. He was also voted Eurobasket.com All-FIBA Europe Cup European Player of the Year and was selected to Eurobasket.com Italian SerieA All-Domestic Players Team in 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019.
He could be described: An athletic forward with great timing for rebounds and shot-blocking and great personality for his age. Shoots lefthanded. Needs to improve his defense, but has great upside.

Fenerbahce Dogus Istanbul roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Ismet Akpinar
Pierria Henry

Forwards:
Dyshawn Pierre
Marial Shayok

Centers:
Achille Polonara
Devin Booker

Michael Roll leaves Olimpia Milano - by Andrea Centenari

Michael Roll (198-G-87, college: UCLA) officially leaves AX Armani Exchange Milano after two seasons, as announced by the italian team:

"Olimpia Milano would like to thank Michael Roll for the two years spent together, the results achieved, the great moments spent on the court and, even more, for his contribution in building a positive environment and promoting the values that must accompany the Olimpia team also in the future. Michael Roll was an exemplary professional, with his words, his attitude and above all with his daily example which also benefited his teammates. As our paths diverge, Olimpia wishes Michael and his family the best possible future".

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FINLAND

Darussafaka signs Wayne McCullough, ex Lahti - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Flenard Whitfield (ex Tindastoll) is a newcomer at KTP Basket - by Eurobasket News

KTP Basket Kotka (Korisliiga) added to their roster 31-year old American forward Flenard Whitfield (201cm-100kg-90, college: W.Michigan) for season 2021-22. Whitfield played last season at Tindastoll in Icelandic Dominos League. In 13 games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.5ppg, 10.0rpg and 2.2apg.
The previous (2020) summer he was tested by Guelph Nighthawks in Canadian elph Nighthawks (Canada-CEBL) in Canadian.
He is quite experienced player. Thanks to his pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Australia and of course North America) in four different countries. He has played previously professionally in Australia (Bandits), Iceland (Haukar and Skallagrimur), Finland (Kauhajoki) and Canada (Orangeville A's and Titans).
Whitfield attended Western Michigan University until 2012 and it will be his tenth season as a professional player.
The scouts decsribe him following way: A force inside player who can also step out and shoot the mid range jumper consistently. A 4yr starter in western Michigan Univ. Very strong physicality. Have great mobility for his size. He has shown already he can be a solid overseas inside player.

(via @SlanSports)

Kalin Fisher (ex Trepca/AS) is a newcomer at Ydra Asfalistiki ENAD Agios Dometios - by Antonis Katsaros

Kalin Fisher (ex Trepca/AS) is a newcomer at ENAD Agios Dometios - by Antonis Katsaros

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FRANCE

Stats Leaders - ProA

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Danilo ANDJUSIC

Bourg
(194-G-91)
Avg: 20.0

20.0

18.3

17.2

16.9

16.8

Orchies welcome back Prost - by Eurobasket News

BC Orchies (NM1) inked 25-year old 180cm point guard Thomas Prost for upcoming season. It is actually his comeback to Orchesien BC as he has played here before. Prost played most recently at Union Poitiers Basket 86 (ProB). In 5 games he averaged 3.2ppg and 1.0apg last season. NM1 will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Besancon Avenir Comtois Basket where in 26 NM1 games he had 8.2ppg, 3.8rpg, 3.7apg and 1.0spg.
He was a member of French U18 National Team in 2014.
He has played previously for two other teams: JL Bourg and Quimper UJAP.

BC Orchies roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Thomas Prost

Forwards:
Ricardo Alliman
Joffrey Verbeke
Jeremy Ricard-Dorigo
Dorian Lemoine

Center:
Giorgi Turdziladze

De Colo re-signs at Fenerbahce - by Eurobasket News

Bourg tabs Maxime Roos - by Eurobasket News

JL Bourg Basket (Jeep ELITE ProA) inked 26-year old international 202cm swingman Maxime Roos for upcoming season. Roos has played for the last four years at Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans in the Jeep ELITE ProA. In 31 games he averaged 5.2ppg, 1.9rpg and 1.2bpg last season. He also played 18 games in Eurocup where he had 4.5ppg, 3.1rpg and 1.3bpg. He helped them to make it to the quarterfinals.
Roos has been a member of French international program for some years. He was called to French senior team this year and previously for U20 National Team back in 2015.
He has played previously for ADA Blois.
Roos' team made it to the French Leaders Cup Final Four in 2020.

(via @oliviermazet)

Roanne keeps Ona Embo for another season - by Eurobasket News

Chorale de Roanne Basket (Jeep ELITE ProA) re-signed 22-year old point guard Renathan Ona Embo (195cm-77kg-98, college: Tulane) for season 2021-22. Ona Embo played there last season. In 15 Jeep ELITE ProA games he recorded 3.5ppg.
He represented France at the European Championships U20 in Crete (Greece) four years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 7 games: 2.7ppg, 1.4rpg, 1.3apg.
He attended Tulane University until 2020 and it will be his second season in pro basketball.

(via @oliviermazet)

Roanne inks Louis Marnette - by Eurobasket News

Chorale de Roanne Basket (Jeep ELITE ProA) signed 20-year old shooting guard Louis Marnette (191cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Marnette played last season at Souffel in the ProB. In 28 games he had 11.9ppg, 3.2rpg and 3.7apg. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week.
Part of previous (2019-20) season he spent at Gravelines Dunkerque. But in two Jeep ELITE ProA games he recorded just 1.5ppg. He also played for Gravelines (ProA U21) where in two games he averaged 11.5ppg, 1.0rpg and 3.5apg.
He represented France at the European Championships U16 in Podgorica (Montenegro) four years ago. His team won Gold and his stats at that event were 7 games: 5.3ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 23.3%, FT: 50.0%.

Chorale de Roanne Basket roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Renathan Ona_Embo
Louis Marnette

Forward:
Ronald March

Center:
Juvonte Reddic

(via @Be_BasketFr)

Denain keeps Missonnier for another season - by Eurobasket News

Denain ASC Voltaire (ProB) re-signed 23-year old 186cm point guard Matthieu Missonnier for new season. Missonnier played there last season. In 34 ProB games he averaged 5.4ppg, 2.0rpg, 3.7apg and 1.3spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at GET Vosges (NM1) where in 23 games he had 12.5ppg, 3.3rpg, 4.5apg and 2.0spg (in top 4).
He has played previously for two other teams: Lorient and Chalon.

Olivier Yao-Delon joins Toulouse - by Eurobasket News

Toulouse Basket Club (NM1) agreed terms with 26-year old swingman Olivier Yao-Delon (196cm) for new 2021-22 season. Yao-Delon played last season at Stade Rochelais. In 15 NM1 games he had 9.3ppg and 3.1rpg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Saint Quentin (ProB) where in 20 games he recorded 5.7ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.1apg.
He represented France at the FIBA 3x3 U18 World Championships eight years ago. His stats at that event were 9 games: 3.8ppg, 2.0rpg.
He has played previously for three other teams: JDA Dijon, Montpellier and CFBB.
His team made it to the NM1 Play-Offs Semifinals in 2018.

Nantes keep Sanchez for another season - by Eurobasket News

Hermine Nantes Atlantique (ProB) re-signed 31-year old 197cm small forward Jerome Sanchez for upcoming season. He played there last season. In 33 ProB games he recorded 8.7ppg, 4.6rpg, 4.0apg and 1.2spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Boulazac Basket (Jeep ELITE ProA) where in 13 games he averaged 3.8ppg, 2.8rpg and 2.0apg.
He was a member of French U20 National Team back in 2010.
He has played previously for two other teams: ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket and JL Bourg.
His team made it to the French Cup final in 2018.

Stade Rochelais add Lonzieme to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Stade Rochelais Basket (NM1) added to their roster 32-year old swingman Thibaut Lonzieme (195cm) for new 2021-22 season. Lonzieme played last season at JSA Bordeaux Basket. In 17 NM1 games he had 12.7ppg, 5.1rpg, 1.8apg and 1.7spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Etoile Angers where in 20 NM1 games he recorded 6.6ppg and 3.6rpg. He helped them to win the regular season.
He is a very experienced player.

St-Quentin lands Lionel Gaudoux - by Eurobasket News

Saint-Quentin Basket-Ball (ProB) tabbed 26-year old 198cm power forward Lionel Gaudoux for new season. Gaudoux has played for the last two years at SO Pont de Cheruy Charvieu Chavanoz in the NM1. In 19 games he averaged impressive 15.4ppg, 8.0rpg, 1.3apg and 1.2spg last season. He was also voted League Player of the Week (2 times).
He has played previously for four other teams: Boulazac Basket, Montbrison, Le Puy ASMB and Boulazac Basket Dordogne 2nd team.

Dijon, Monaco, ASVEL and Strasbourg reach LNB semis - by Eurobasket News

Dijon - Orleans 83-59

Dijon cruised past Orleans to advance into the semifinal stage. JDA Dijon dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Entente Orleans 45's 30. They outrebounded Entente Orleans 45 40-20 including a 32-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. JDA Dijon looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of international guard Axel Julien (182-92) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 5 assists. International power forward Alexandre Chassang (203-94, agency: BeoBasket) contributed with 9 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. JDA Dijon's coach Nenad Markovic felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Jamel Morris (193-92, college: Fairmont St.) answered with 19 points and the former international Landing Sane (211-90) added 10 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Entente Orleans 45.
Top scorers:
Dijon: A.Julien 26+4reb+5ast, J.Alingue 11+8reb+1ast, D.Holston 9+1reb+6ast, H.Vanwijn 9+6reb+3ast, A.Chassang 9+9reb+5ast, J.Johnson 7+2reb+2ast
Orleans: J.Morris 19+4reb, G.Oniangue 10+2reb+1ast, L.Sane 10+5reb+1ast, L.Fischer 8+5reb+2ast, M.Mutuale 4+1ast, L.Ulmer 3+1reb+2ast

Monaco - Bourg 91-72

Monaco topped Bourg to secure the next round berth. Monaco forced 22 JL Bourg turnovers. 24 personal fouls committed by JL Bourg helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a very good performance for American swingman Marcos Knight (188-89, college: MTSU, agency: BeoBasket) who helped to win the game recording 21 points. American-Bulgarian point guard Dee Bost (188-89, college: MSU) contributed with 8 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Monaco's coach Zvezdan Mitrovic used entire bench and allowed the starting five to rest. American-Bosnian point guard Zack Wright (183-85, college: Central Mo.) answered with 22 points and 8 rebounds and center Pierre Pelos (205-92) added 11 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for JL Bourg. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Monaco: M.Knight 21+2reb+3ast, R.Mahalbasic 11+4reb+1ast, I.Fall-Faye 11+4reb, B.Frazier 10+2reb+3ast, R.Gray 9+3reb+1ast, D.Bost 8+5reb+3ast
Bourg: Z.Wright 22+8reb+3ast, T.Scrubb 14+4reb+1ast, A.Omic 13+6reb+3ast, P.Pelos 11+11reb+1ast, L.Asceric 7+3reb+2ast, P.Jackson 4+1reb

Strasbourg - Levallois 79-68

Strasbourg held off Levallois in the quarterfinal clash. SIG Strasbourg outrebounded Levallois 37-25 including 24 on the defensive glass. It was a very good performance for American-Ugandan swingman Ishmail Wainright (196-94, college: Baylor) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (perfect behind the arc making all five shots). Nigerian-American Ike Joseph Udanoh (202-89, college: WSU) contributed with 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. SIG Strasbourg's coach Lassi Tuovi used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. International point guard David Michineau (191-94) answered with 10 points and 6 assists and Zimbabwean power forward Vitalis Chikoko (208-91) added 11 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Levallois. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Strasbourg: I.Wainright 19+6reb+4ast, I.Joseph Udanoh 15+8reb+1ast, B.Colson Jr. 14+7reb+1ast, D.Lansdowne 11+1reb+3ast, J.Bohacik 9+4reb+2ast, J.Tchicamboud 3
Levallois: J.Owens 11+3reb, A.Brown 11+2reb+2ast, V.Chikoko 11+6reb+1ast, D.Michineau 10+3reb+6ast, B.Pinault 8+3ast, N.Sako 7+4reb+2ast

ASVEL - Le Mans 97-79

ASVEL breezed past Le Mans to ensure the semifinal appearance. ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket forced 19 Le Mans turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. It was a very good performance for the former international guard Paul Lacombe (195-90, agency: BeoBasket) who helped to win the game recording 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The former international center Moustapha Fall (216-92) contributed with 9 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Four ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket players scored in double figures. Swingman Valentin Bigote (195-92) answered with 25 points and 5 assists and Cameroonian forward Williams Narace (201-97) added 15 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Le Mans. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest.
Top scorers:
ASVEL: P.Lacombe 19+7reb+4ast, K.Hayes 15+2reb, N.Cole 13+4ast, A.Diot 10+2reb+6ast, M.Fall 9+11reb+5ast, M.Strazel 7
Le Mans: V.Bigote 25+4reb+5ast, W.Narace 15+8reb+1ast, D.Poirier 12+7reb+1ast, V.Lucas 9+4reb+2ast, V.Brown 9+5reb, K.Baptiste 4+2reb+1ast

Benoit Mbala claims French ProB weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Cameroonian Benoit Mbala (200-F-95) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Aix-Maurienne and that's him to receive a Hoops Agents ProB Player of the Week award for round 38.
The 25-year old forward had the game-high 18 points adding five rebounds and two assists for Aix-Maurienne in his team's victory, helping them to edge out Rouen (#14, 13-21) 73-70. The game was not the highest importance and did not have significant influence on top of the standings. Aix-Maurienne maintains the 15th position in French ProB. Aix-Maurienne is rather a weak team placed in lower part in the standings. They need more victories to improve their 12-22 record. Mbala just recently signed at Aix-Maurienne, being already a very valuable addition to the team. Benoit Mbala averages this season 11.3ppg.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was 23-year old guard Benoit Injai (186-G-97) of Rouen. Injai impressed basketball fans with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Bad luck as Rouen lost that game 70-78 to slightly lower-ranked St-Chamond (#16, 11-23). The game was between two teams which are definitely not main contenders for the title. Rouen keeps 14th position. His team is not often considered as one of the league's best with a mere 13-21 record. Injai is one of the most experienced players at Rouen and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Meredis Houmounou (188-SG-88) of Nancy (#5). Houmounou showcased his all-around game by recording 15 points, six rebounds and eleven assists (!!!) in the last round. He was a key player of Nancy, leading his team to a 112-97 easy win against slightly lower-ranked Blois (#7, 20-14). Nancy needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 21 victories and 13 lost games. Houmounou has a very solid season. In 28 games in France he scored 9.7ppg.

Other top performing players last week:
4. Amin Stevens (203-F/C-90) of Rouen - 22 points and 8 rebounds
5. Thomas Cornely (190-PG-91) of Blois - 20 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists
6. Cedric Bah (198-PF-94) of Blois - 15 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Brandon Edwards (198-F-91) of Gries/Oberhoffen - 22 points and 5 rebounds
8. Earvine Bassoumba (205-F/C-96) of Rouen - 17 points and 9 rebounds
9. Lamine Sambe (188-G-89) of Blois - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists
10. Mathis Dossou-Yovo (205-C) of Blois - 16 points and 11 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

David Efianayi (ex Horsens IC) joins Denain - by Eurobasket News

Denain ASC Voltaire (ProB) agreed terms with 25-year old American (has also Nigerien passport) guard David Efianayi (188cm-84kg-95, college: Gardner-Webb) for new 2021-22 season. Efianayi spent his 2-year professional career in Denmark. He played last season at Horsens IC in Danish BasketLigaen. In 37 games he had very impressive stats: 20.2ppg, 4.0rpg, 3.7apg and 1.5spg. He helped them to make it to both league and Cup finals after they ended regular season as second best team. Quite impressive year as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Danish Ligaen 1st Team, All-Imports Team and League Player of the Week.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Bakken (BasketLigaen). The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 22 BasketLigaen games he recorded 12.7ppg, 2.6rpg, 3.4apg and 1.4spg. Efianayi contributed to his team winning the Cup and end the regular season at the top position. A very spectacular year in his career as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Danish Ligaen Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. He also played 11 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged just 2.6ppg. He also played 2 games in Basketball Champions League where he got 6.0ppg, 3.5rpg and 2.5apg.
Efianayi graduated from Gardner-Webb University in 2019 and it is his third season as a professional player.

Nancy keeps Houmounou for another season - by Eurobasket News

Sluc Nancy Basket Pro (ProB) re-signed 32-year old 188cm shooting guard Meredis Houmounou for new season. Houmounou has played there for the last three seasons.
He represented France at the 3x3 Mixed World Championships in Greece nine years ago.
He has spent his entire career in France playing for seven other teams: Cholet Basket, Saint Quentin, ALM Evreux, STB Le Havre, Aix Maurienne, JL Bourg and STB Le Havre.
Among many awards his team made it to the French ProB Leaders Cup Final Four in 2017 and 2020. (via @Be_BasketFr)

Le Havre signs Omari Gudul - by Eurobasket News

Tours keep Ateba for another season - by Eurobasket News

Union Tours Metropole Basket (NM1) re-signed 30-year old 192cm guard Fabien Ateba for upcoming season. Ateba has played there for the last three seasons.
He has played previously for six other teams: Caen, Hyeres-Toulon, Provence Basket, SPO Rouen, Souffelweyersheim and Orchesien BC.
His team was regular season runner-up in French NM1 Group A in 2020.

Mulhouse signs Willis Mackey - by Eurobasket News

Boulazac signs Bathiste Tchouaffe - by Eurobasket News

Boulazac Basket Dordogne (Jeep ELITE ProA) signed 23-year old shooting guard Bathiste Tchouaffe (196cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Tchouaffe played last season at Quimper UJAP in the ProB. In 33 games he had 12.5ppg, 3.9rpg and 1.1spg. He helped them to make it to the cup final.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Poitiers (also in ProB) where in 23 games he recorded 9.4ppg and 1.8rpg. He contributed to his team ending the regular season as at the second position in the league.
Tchouaffe represented France at the European Championships U20 in Chemnitz (Germany) three years ago. Tchouaffe's team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 7 games: 11.3ppg, 3.7rpg, FGP: 32.3%, 3PT: 31.6%, FT: 74.2%.
He has played previously for four other teams: CFBB, JL Bourg, JSF Nanterre and Nanterre.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Honorable Mention back in 2016.

(via @oliviermazet)

Olivier Cortale agreed terms with Boulazac - by Eurobasket News

Boulazac Basket Dordogne (Jeep ELITE ProA) added to their roster 24-year old 207cm power forward Olivier Cortale for season 2021-22. Cortale played most recently at St-Chamond in the ProB. In 30 games he recorded 10.5ppg, 6.0rpg and 1.8apg last season.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Chorale de Roanne where in 25 Jeep ELITE ProA games he averaged 5.1ppg and 2.9rpg.
He represented France at the European Championships U20 in Helsinki (Finland) five years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 4.0ppg, 2.4rpg.
He has played previously for three other teams: SIG Strasbourg, CFBB and Gries/Oberhoffen.

(via @oliviermazet)

Legia inks Raymond Cowels - by Eurobasket Center

Legia Warszawa (EBL) agreed terms with 30-year old American guard Raymond Cowels III (191cm-90, college: Santa Clara) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Cowels finished last season at Union Poitiers Basket 86 in French ProB. The last season he played at Spojnia in Polish EBL where in 30 games he had 13.5ppg, 4.8rpg, 1.5apg and 1.3spg. He helped them to make it to the cup final.
The former Santa Clara University star is in his ninth season in pro basketball.

Legia Warszawa roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Lukasz Koszarek
Raymond Cowels III_III
Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman
Benjamin Didier-Urbaniak

Forwards:
Adam Kemp
Grzegorz Kulka
Grzegorz Kaminski

Centers:
Dariusz Wyka
Jakub Sadowski

Coach: Wojciech Kaminski

Real Madrid tabs Guerschon Yabusele, ex ASVEL - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

La Charite signs Tomas Rimsa - by Dimitri Chelidze

He played last season at BC Raiffeisen Flyers Wels in the Austrian BSL league. In 33 games he had 4.9ppg and 2.2rpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.

He was a member of the Lithuanian international program for some years. He was called to Lithuanian Senior National Team in 2018 and previously for U16 National Team back in 2012.

Rimsa has played also professionally for other Lithuanian teams like Jonava, Mazeikiai, Aukstaitija, Bangene, and Citus.

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-William Jones Cup Honorable Mention back in 2018.

Levallois land Solly Stansbury - by Peter Buyse

Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans (Jeep ELITE ProA) tabbed 26-year old French 201cm forward Solly Stansbury, college: Richmond for new season. Stansbury was signed by Kortrijk Spurs in Belgian Top Division I for the 21-22 season but released to join the French team..
He has played previously professionally also in Italy (Murano).
He attended University of Richmond until 2018 and it is his fourth season in pro basketball.

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Ioseb Gognadze signs at Batumi - by Giorgi Gugeshashvili

Basketball Club Batumi (Superleague) landed 25-year old 205cm power forward Ioseb Gognadze for new season. Gognadze has played for the last three years at Mgzavrebi. In 20 Superleague games he averaged 12.5ppg, 12.1rpg (leader !!!), 1.9apg and 1.2bpg last season. It was a very successful year in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Georgian League 2nd Team, All-Domestic Players Team and League Player of the Week.
He represented Georgia at the European Championships U20 Division B in Chalkida (Greece) five years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 2.5ppg, 2.5rpg.
He has played previously for two other teams: MIA and Tskhum-Abkhazeti.
Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Georgian League in 2019. Gognadze received Eurobasket.com All-Georgian League Most Improved Player of the Year award in 2020.

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Nigel Pruitt Makes The Jump To Rasta Vechta - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

After paying his dues for many years in Germany in the Regionalliga and Pro B, Nigel Pruitt (201-F-94, college: KSU) was able to make the next step last season in Austria and will do it again this season as his career continues to rise as he will play in the pro A for Rasta Vechta. Pruitt is a 26 year old 201cm forward from Tennessee that has the German/American citzenships and will be playing his sixth professional season. Last season he played with the Unger Steel Gunners Oberwart (Austria-BSL) playing 31 games averaging 11.5ppg, 3.5rpg, FGP: 55.9%, 3PT: 43.7%, FT: 85.5%. "He had a solid year in Austria and was interesting with his German passport. Now he has the chance to prove himself in the Pro A. He is a good player and we will need good shooting from outside. He also wants to get better, but also remains humble", stressed head coach Derrick Allen. Last season he scored in double figures in 19 games including having St Poelten's number scoring 24 and 22 points.

He began his basketball career at Northwest High in Germantown, Md and also played a year at Montrose Christian High in Rockville, Md where Kevin Durnat played. he also got further expereince at the The Bullis School: averaging 17.5ppg. He then played at Kennesaw State University (NCAA) from 2012-2016 playing a total of 115 games. In his freshman year he averaged 5.1ppg, 2.2rpg, FGP: 41.3%, 3PT: 31.3%, FT: 61.4%. In his second season he averaged 7.3ppg, 2.0rpg, FGP: 39.7%, 3PT: 30.7%, FT: 80.0%. In his junior season he averaged 12.2ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 48.3%, 3PT: 37.0%, FT: 76.8%. In hiss enior year he averaged 8.1ppg, 4.2rpg, 1.5spg, FGP: 46.7%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 75.5%. he came to Germany in 2016 and played two years with TSG Westerstede (Germany-Regionalliga) averaging 20.2ppg, 6.4rpg, 1.9apg, Steals-4 (3.1spg), FGP: 47.1%, 3PT: 47.0%, FT: 81.0%, and in hiss econd year averaged 21.4ppg, 10.5rpg, 2.6apg, 3.3spg, FGP: 39.6%, 3PT: 40.4%, FT: 85.0%. In 2018-2019 he played with the Baskets Akad.Weser-Ems/Oldenburger TB (Germany-ProB) averaging14.0ppg, 5.8rpg, 2.4apg, 1.9spg, FGP: 50.8%, 3PT: 38.3%, FT: 76.7%. two years ago he played a BBL game with Frankfurt and also played with the Fraport Skyliners Frankfurt 2nd team (Germany-ProB) averaging 14.9ppg, 3.1rpg, 1.6apg, 1.1spg, FGP: 59.1%, 3PT-1 (51.7%), FT: 86.8%. "I worked hard to get to where I am today. I will keep this work ethic. I know the club expects a lot of me. We want to grow as team, work hard so we can get better", stressed Nigel Pruitt.

Awards and achievements in his basketball career have been HS Bullis Christmas Tournament all-tournament team -11, 12, HS Piggly Wiggly Classic championship and Named Most Outstanding Player -11, HS All-Interstate Athletic Conference (IAC) selection -11, 12, HS IAC champion -12

All-Eurobasket Summer League in Atlanta 1st Team -16, Eurobasket.com All-Regionalliga North Honorable Mention -17, German ProB -19 (Player of the Week Rd.3), Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro B Honorable Mention -19, Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro B 3rd Team -20, Austrian Cup Winner -21, and Austrian Bundesliga A Semifinals -21

Source:Rasta Vechta

The Miles VS RT Guinn Talk About The Special Magic Of Baylor Basketball - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

R.T. Guinn (208-F/C-81, college: Baylor) is a 40 year old 208cm center that just finished his 17th professional season and third with KFUM Jamtland Basket (Sweden-Basketligan) averaging 10.7ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.3apg, FGP: 55.7%, 3PT-3 (47.6%), FT: 83.0%. he also has played in countries like Sweden, Germany, Ukraine, France, Greece, Poland, Turkey, Russia, Japan and Hungry. He played five seasons in the Ukraine winning three titles and was named an allstar twice. He played a season at New Mexico (NCAA) and finished at Baylor (NCAA) where he played 83 NCAA games. He spoke to eurobasket about his career and the special magic of Baylor basketball.

RT thanks for talking to eurobasket.com. Where are you at the moment and how is basketball life treating you at the moment?

Currently I am playing in Jamtland Sweden and basketball is treating me well, keeping me young and on top off my game.

It's been a while since you played in Germany for the Eisbaeren Bremerhaven (2005-2007. At that time you were at the start of your career. Now your in your 17th season and 40. What is your secret to still be able to play? Did God bless you with the fountain of youth with your body?

No secret, just taking care of my body. Getting the proper sleep, and eating right. Also a big factor is my wife who supports me and handles a ton so that I can focus on playing.

You played against Derrick Allen who retired at 39 in 2020 and Rickey Paulding is a year younger than you and still playing. What memories do you have of battling Paulding in those North derby's Bremerhaven-Oldenburg?

I remember him being one of the top guys we had to defend there, Rickey coming from the NBA was someone we had to control to be able to beat them.

You have played in many countries with the most being the Ukraine and Sweden. Where was your most enjoyable place as a player?

This is a question I get pretty often, being able to play in as many countries as I have had the pleasure in I can't narrow it down to just one, they all have had their experiences and memories, my top ones though I would have to say are Greece, Israel and Sweden of course.

You played briefly for Panathinaikos in 2013. Who would have won a hand wrestling match you or Sofoklis Schortsanitis?

Definitely Big Sofo, I'm big and strong but he is another level.

Let's talk about your alma mata Baylor. You played there from 2001-2004. What memories do you have of your three years there?

I have many fond memories of Baylor, the most being my first year there when we played Kansas and beat them as they were ranked #1 in the country at the time.

How has basketball in the NCAA changed from when you were playing in 2004? What is different today when you look at the competitive level, style and players?

The level today seems to be just as competitive, the difference now I think is the players and their styles, kids today train to be athletic as it was when I played you were either athletic or you weren't. Also the kids nowadays base their styles a lot from NBA players (ie Steph, Kyrie etc..), some have their own styles but most base theirs off their role models, just as we did like MJ.

Who won a one on one back in the day you or ex NBA player Lawrence Roberts?

We used to go at each other every day, some days he would win and others I would win.

Baylor won the 2021 NCAA title. How do you feel the day after the win?

I felt super happy for coach Drew and the team, and very proud to have been with coach his first year. He has brought them up from the bottom to the top, rising each year he was there.

Playing overseas is always a problem when you want to catch NBA and NCAA games. Did your schedule permit you to stay up and watch history being made?

Being overseas you have to make time for those and luckly I was able to do so. When I saw they made the final four I started keeping a closer eye on them.

If someone had told you in 2017 that Baylor would be crowded NCAA champions in 2021 what would you have thought?

It would not have surprised me, seeing coach Drew bring this team to the sweet 16 two times from my era, I knew they would eventually break through that and do great things. Coach Drew is a very inspiring man and a great person as well as coach.

Baylor has had 13 NCAA tournament appearances, 6 Elite 8'appearances and 5 Sweet 16's. They also hadn't been in a NCAA final game since 73 years. What does this title mean to the school and to you personally?

To me personally and to the school I believe it brings a sense of pride that can never be taken away.

Baylor had a simple game plan. Make some shots. If you miss get the rebounds and then make some more shots. Can basketball sometimes be that simple?

It truly can be, I mean that's basketball in a sense anyway, only you have 4 other guys helping and 5 other guys trying to stop you, only question that comes into play is who wants to make more baskets or get more rebounds.

Baylor made 11 of their first 20 shots including six three's and led by 19 points at the break. They had a double digit lead for 34 of the 40 minutes. How vital do you believe was the mentality of the Baylor team for being able to play this well against the heavy favorite and unbeaten Gonzaga team?

Basketball is a game of confidence, if you are confident in your shots and what your doing then you can have great games. Keeping that mentality when you are hitting shots is key as once you start to get to confident then you can become cocky and things can fall apart very quickly then.

How key was it for Baylor players Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua, Flo Thamba and Mark Vital limiting Drew Timme to 12 points?. The star Jalen Suggs had 22 points, but Gonzaga didn't have scoring support behind him.

I think it was very key, when you can stop one of the main scorers from scoring then someone else has to step up and cover those points and that's not always easy for someone when a team is on the defensive prowl.

Gonzaga has made big strides since 2015 making 5 NCAA Elite 8 appearances and two NCAA finals in 2021 and 2017. Could another final loss hurt their overall confidence to win the big one or do you feel like they will be due in 2022? Many are already picking them to win it next year?

It's always tough to lose a final, as I have been in many overseas, but I don't think that will dissuade them from coming back next year and giving it their all to get there and take it home.

Was the rebounding stat 0f 38-22 rebounds and 16 offensive rebounds one of the biggest keys for the win?

I think so, when you have that many second chance opportunities then it can really boost your team to keep fighting for them, on the other hand for Gonzaga it can dampen your spirit and puts frustration in your heart when you see that.

Davion Mitchell is seen as a '1 Draft pick and Jared Butler as a possible second round pick. How have you followed their careers and how do you seem them doing in the NBA?

I haven't followed so much but I know from experience that being those picks it will all be up to them on how much work they put in with themselves and the teams they go with.

Where do you see the journey of Macio Teague going? He seemed a bit in the shadow of Butler and Mitchell. Could he make the NBA and do you see his game being suited to becoming a impact player overseas?

I think he will be able to break out of that shadow now and go on to becoming who he is meant to be, whether it is in the NBA or overseas.

When you were a senior at Baylor, it was the first season of head coach Scott Drew at the helm. What memories do you have of him then as a coach and how did he groom and prepare you best for a professional basketball career?

Coach Drew came into a broken system and brought a new light to it, he really pushed us to becoming more on and off the court, he inspired with his words and his actions and I think he and the team deserves the title.

How do you the the future of Baylor (NCAA) basketball. Two guys seem to be heading to the NBA and Macio Teague and Mark Vital are also done as seniors.

I think the future holds great things for Baylor basketball, it has come up from the bottom of the barrel and shined a new light on the school and system. I believe with coach Drew there they will always strive for greatness.

Have you seen Coming To America 2 yet? The reviews have been mixed. Shouldn't they just have left the original classic untouched?

Lol, I have not seen it yet but will watch it when it comes out. The originals are always hard to recreate or follow up on.

Thanks RT for the chat.

Sometimes The Definition Of A Leader Isn't Appreciated As Chase Adams Found Out With The Romerstrom Gladiators - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

Basketball is a team sport and if win or lose, the whole team should be held accountable, but sadly in this sport that isn't always the case. Most often when a club isn't having success, it is the point guard, the player that runs the team on the floor and leads the team is the guy that gets blamed. One of the best examples is NBA star Russell Westbrook who gets hated on all day long by the media and fans, but surprisingly the fellow teammates, opponents and players in Europe have the utmost respect for him. At the end of the day all that counts is winning. There are enough guys in the basketball world that understand that Westbrook leaves his jersey on the floor every game and does all he can to win. It wasn't any different for American veteran guard Chase Adams (176-SG-88, college: Pittsburgh) who came to Trier last season in mid season and came back this season. He had had Pro A experience in Paderborn and Hanau and minus having that all around talent around him, it was never easy being able to reach the playoffs, but he did do it once with Hanau. This season with the Romerstrom Gladiators, he was on a good route to make the playoffs despite the crazy season and drama around all the miscues of COVID-19, but a late season five games losing streak denied the team the playoffs and now he is the scapegoat. He had a solid season statistically if not his best in the Pro A, but in the end it was his so called lack of leadership skills that gave him his walking papers. A month before the season ended, he was leading the team to success, but then in the last month, a losing streak suddenly doesn't make him a good leader? 'We know that Chase had a good offensive season, but in the end we didn't reach our season goals. Unfortunately Chase wasn't able to fullfill his role as a leader full time', stressed Romerstrom Gladiators CEO Andre Ewertz. Adams has been made the scapegoat which unfortunately often rests on the shoulders of the point guard. Two Trier players didn't want to comment on the matter as it is obvious something must of happened behind the scenes as Chase Adams is very hurt by the release. Not only is Chase Adams who respects the confidence and abilities of Draymond Green to guard all 5 positions in his claim to be the best defender of all-time shocked, but also current Uni Baskets Paderborn veteran point guard Demetrius Ward. 'Before I signed with Paderborn, I asked Chase about Paderborn where he had played. He gave me a lot of information about the club and came over as a very positive and genuine guy. The first time I met him was in the summer of 2019 in Paris when we were on the same team. I saw his hunger and aggression as a competitor. I saw him have those leadership skills with Trier. Leadership shouldn't be defined about making the playoffs or on wins or loses. Trier had injuries and I think if they would have been healthy they would have been a playoff team. They didn't live up to expectations because of injuries but they still played together. I think Chase is a good leader. Sometimes it gets overlooked. He just needs to be put in the right situation for people to appreciate the things he does and the energy he brings. He opened up to me giving me some valuable information. When I'm frustrated or need some guidance, Chase is the guy I go to for advice. I look up to him like a big brother. I wish all the best to him. It is just unfortunate that he got bashed in the media when he is such a positive person on and off the court', stressed Demetrius Ward.

The 2020-2021 season was a type of season that no professional basketball club has ever witnessed with so much drama happening around COVID-19. So in a way honestly being able to rate a crazy season like this where teams had COVID cases and long stretches of no games put everything into disarray. 'It was an unfortunate disaster that we had to play through these circumstances, and it became extremely difficult to enjoy the season. I don't know what to rate it, we saw through the abrupt ending of the previous season that the future didn't look so bright in regards to playing normally and on the business side for clubs and players. Definitely a lot of things were revealed and much perspective gained in these trying times', stressed Chase Adams. Teams were effected in so many ways by COVID-19 that many had tough seasons while other teams maybe were a bit more fortunate with less COVID cases and injuries and took that to the best of their advantage to be successful. The Romerstrom Gladiators weren't as lucky as one could say that COVID-19 had a huge effect on their success and one really can't point fingers at one guy like Chase Adams who sees a lot of similarities with his game to point God Chris Paul seeing him as a top 4 point guard off all-time. 'Injuries were at the forefront for every team across the board and developing rust due to all of the quarantines was a complete rhythm breaker. For us, it was a devastating setback, losing players throughout the entire season and not being 100% fit. Also, not being able to play in front of the fans was a major downer and pretty weird feeling to be honest. Outside of the sports world I think people have been fed up with the lockdowns, even though it was for safety reasons, it severely impacted our day to day in so many ways (health, job security, mental health)', expressed Chase Adams.

The Romerstrom Gladiators had a lot of talent this season, but also many obstacles in the season that cost them the playoffs. The 5 game losing streak at the end of the season was untimely and cost them the playoffs. 'We had chance after chance to lock up a playoff spot during that period and we couldn't get over the hump. We remained hopeful even up until the deciding game versus Nuernberg, where we lost on a buzzer beater. Mental and physical fatigue got the best of us', added Chase Adams. The club did finish the season on a positive note winning two of their last three games as scoring and rebounding helped their cause often this season, but their defense was their achilles heel. 'Our ability to outwork teams on the rebounding end was our superpower but making adjustments/rotations defensively was our kryptonite. We had a physical style of defense which bothered teams a lot but once they figured that out they used it against us at times. We lost a lot of our scoring power as well, for key games during the entire season, which would have combated our defensive woes', warned Chase Adams. You have to wonder how the season would have played out had club identity figure Jermaine Bucknor been on board. His leadership skills coupled with those of Chase Adams could have made the difference between playoffs and not. 'Losing Buck hit us super hard and for me this was a main reason to re-sign. We were relying on him for that on court leadership and his abilities would have been the difference in those close games we dropped the ball. We lost him after the 1st match in Artland, for the entire season, it was painful to see this happen to him. He tried all he could off the court by talking up players, working guys out and being present in general', stressed Chase Adams.

The club didn't wait long to begin a team house cleaning as not only Chase Adams who sees Jayson Tatum as one of the leaders of the new school (post Lebron era) and can see him In the next years being an All-Star and grab some All-NBA honors but there are still a lot of dogs around who he would pick for MVP over him, but there were other guys like Ruppert Hennen and the super charismatic Robert Nortman who had to get their walking papers. Adams definitely will never forget these super special players. 'Rupi is on the rise! Young and has the gifts to be a good German PG in this league. I've seen over the past two seasons major development in his scoring abilities and his understanding of the game. I know he's a Trier boy but it's time to leave the nest, I'm excited to see where he lands. Rob is that teammate who is always got a high spirit with no worries, must be his Bahamian side. That's always important to have guys around who care about you and keep positivity flowing no matter what. As stated earlier, these times are trying, he was one of the guys not letting that bring us down', remembered Chase Adams. He also will always remember talented Belgium player Jonathan Doubas who left his special imprint on the Gladiators team. 'Douby is a smooth operator. I love that he came here to challenge himself professionally and try a new experience. I appreciate his knowledge the most, he was always thinking of ways to break teams down tactically. It was a pleasure having him around', said Chase Adams who's most favorite personal game of the season was the win over Kirchheim where he dropped 22 points.

Chase Adams who finds it flat out ridiculous that Croatian legend Dino Radja couldn't imagine Russell Westbrook having success in Europe as he feels we should be giving him his flowers because he is putting up historical numbers every single season with a high-Lamborghini type motor and would have success in Europe as he averaged 13,0ppg, 5,0rpg, 4,2apg, 1,3spg and shot 36% from outside. Statistically it was his best season in his fifth Pro A season. 'This season was a chance for me to show once again my combo-guard versatility, like I did with Hanau White Wings. I can be effective with or without the ball, and not force it or worry about stats. I wouldn't say I'm satisfied at all but I will say I did my job well this season on both ends', commented Chase Adams. His secret was a simple one as it was a combination of experience and work ethic. 'With my extensive experience I was able to identify what works and what doesn't. Once you put all the pieces together it's all about having the confidence to execute. I still live by the motto 'stay ready so you don't have to get ready', and that's made me reliable and valuable. My teammates were great bunch of guys that bought into unselfish team play, and that can always boost an individual's performance', warned Chase Adams. He continues to be a very reliable outside scorer and that is something he continues to work on. Putting in the work in the lab and knowing when to shoot and when not to have been his equation for success. 'Whatever worked in the past keep doing it and you can always tweak things or make some improvements to stay sharp. The other side of it is shot selection, which comes with watching film and anticipating how teams will defend you, learning from mistakes and just watching your shooting mechanics', stated Chase Adams.

The American who hasn't seen the sequel to the classic Coming To American believes that to top a classic like that is a hard feat, and you need to put the hottest producers/writers/directors behind those types of projects is 33 years old, but no where done yet. When he sees guys like Jermaine Bucknor, Quantez Robertson and Rickey Paulding still playing, it obviously motivates him to continue to want to prolong his career. But he also knows he can't get lazy now and sit back during the off season and drink Tequilas, but he has to continue to work on his body so he can continue to be that perfect physical specimen, but also has to continue to grind grind grind in the gym on his game. 'Staying lean, building endurance, and stamina are top priority. One of my fitness goals this season was to play at 10% body fat, and I felt it paid off 10 fold. The guys who play high level well into their 30s have an amazing shape, I admire that and will continue on that path for my career', stressed Chase Adams. His fitness goals are massive, but so are his goals concerning how his professional career will continue. The guy has so much self-confidence that even a little hate from his ex team won't derail him from thinking big. He knows exactly what he is capable of and he will go for it all this summer concerning who his next employer will be. 'Sky is the limit for me! It's time I get a look at some higher leagues. I'm not counting Pro A out but I'm open for a change of pace. I've always had Euro Cup/Champions League aspirations but getting into a 1st league is the main goal. The timing is perfect now, age is nothing but a number, just look at the facts I'm ready and on my way', warned Chase Adams. He may not have got the love from the Romerstrom Gladiators, but ex teammates and opponents know what kind of a leader he is. ' 'I followed him a little this season. I remember him giving me problems in the Pro A. It was nice to see him play well this season. It really must feel like crap getting the blame like that, warned easyCredit BBL player Virgil Matthews of the Niners Chemnitz. 'Chase was on and off the court a great teammate and leader. I learned a lot from him which helped me become a good leader and captain. He influenced me a lot and you can be sure that he gives everything to win', stressed BBC Bayreuth forward Chris Wolf. ' Chase is one of the best teammates I had, great guy to be around , always competitive. It was fun to battle against him in practice and play with him in the games. I wish him nothing but the best, always working hard , he is a professional', stated ex teammate Kevin Franceschi. Back in our Playoff Season with the Hanau White Wings Chase was our floor general! He led us through the whole season and made us believe that we can make our goal in reaching the playoffs. For me personally it was great because I learned a lot from him especially about leadership', warned ex teammate Till Joscha-Joenke. At least his opponents and teammates respect and appreciate his work as a player. That is a huge thing for any player to get that kind of special love.

The Syntanics MBC Get Iranian Flair with Behnam Yakhchali - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

GAfter a strong first season in the Pro A with Rostock, Behnam Yakhchali (194-SG-95, agency: BIG) will attempt the next step in Germany in the easyCredit BBL with the Syntanics MBC. Behnam Yakhchali is a 25 year old guard from Iran. Last season with Rostock he played 22 games averaging 16.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 3.2apg, FGP: 55.9%, 3PT: 41.7%, FT: 87.4%. "Despite his young age, he is an experienced shooting guard that can also help out at the point. He is a good defender that has a good feel for the ball that can create for himself and others", stressed head coach Igor Jovovic. Last season in the Pro A he scored in double figures in 16 games and scored 20 points or more 9 times. he exploded for 34 points against Tuebingen and hit Leverkusen for 29 points. The club gave him a 2 year deal.

He began his career with Shahrekord Basketball (Superleague) and then played with Jahesh Qom (D1). He then played with Petrochimi Bandar Imam Harbour (Superleague) from 2012-2019. he also had expereince playing for Nanjing Tongxi Monkey Kings (China-CBA) averaging16.1ppg, 5.2rpg, 3.2apg, 1.5spg, 2FGP: 54.0%, 3FGP: 37.2%, FT: 71.0%, and with Shahrdari Gorgan (Superleague) averaging 13.8ppg, 6.3rpg, 4.3apg. "I always dreamed of playing in one of the best leagues in Europe. Last season I proved myself in the Pro A. A lot of BBL teams were interested in me, but after reviewing my situation and talks with MBC, I chose them", added Behnam Yakchali.

Awards and achievements in his basketball career have been Iranian U16 National Team -11, Iranian U18 National Team -12, U18 WABA Championship in Lebanon -12 (Gold), Asia-Basket.com All-Asian U18 Championships 3rd Team -12, Asian U18 Championships in Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia) -12 (Bronze): 9 games: 17.0ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.0apg, 2.2spg, FGP: 63.0%, 3PT: 43.5%, FT-1 (89.3%), Iranian National Team -12-21, FIBA Asia Cup in Tokyo (Japan) -12 (Gold): 4 games: 1.5ppg, 1.5rpg, Iranian Superleague Regular Season Champion -13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, Iranian Superleague Champion -13, 14, 16, 17, WABA Clubs Championships -13, 14 (Finalist), 16 (Winner), 17 (Finalist), 18 (Winner), Iranian U19 National Team -13, World Championships U19 in Prague (Czech Republic) -13: 8 games: 10.6ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.5apg, FGP: 41.2%, 3PT: 24.1%, FT: 81.8%, Asia-Basket.com All-Iranian Superleague Forward of the Year -14

Asia-Basket.com All-Iranian Superleague Most Improved Player of the Year -14, Asia-Basket.com All-Iranian Superleague Domestic Player of the Year -14, 18
Asia-Basket.com All-Iranian Superleague 1st Team -14, 17, Asia-Basket.com Iranian Superleague All-Domestic Players Team -14, 15, 17, 18
MENA Showcase in Dubai -14 (All-Star Game), FIBA Asia Cup in Wuhan (China) -14 (Gold): 7 games: 7.1ppg, 3.4rpg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 30.8%, World Cup in Spain -14: 5 games: 2.6ppg, 1.6rpg, Asian Games in Incheon (South Korea) -14 (Silver): 6 games: 4.7ppg, 3.0rpg, 1.5spg, Asia-Basket.com All-Iranian National League 2nd Team -15, Iranian National League Finalist -15, Iranian Superleague Semifinals -15, 18, 19, William Jones Cup -15 (Gold): 7 games: 3.1ppg, 2.6rpg, Asian Championships in Changsha-Hunan (China) -15 (Bronze): 9 games: 4.0ppg, 3.1rpg, 1.3apg, Asia-Basket.com All-Iranian Superleague 2nd Team -16, 18, 19, West Asia Basketball Championships in Amman (Jordan) -16 (Gold), FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Turin (Italy) -16: 2 games: 16.0ppg, 2.0rpg, 2.5apg, 1.0spg, William Jones Cup in Taiwan -16, Asia-Basket.com All-William Jones Cup 2nd Team -16
FIBA Asia Challenge in Tehran (Iran) -16 (Gold): 8 games: 12.3ppg, 3.4rpg, 1.5apg, FGP: 52.0%, 3PT: 34.7%, FT: 77.8%, Asia-basket.com All-FIBA Asia Challenge 2nd Team -16, FIBA Asia Champions Cup Semifinals -16, 17, Asia-basket.com All-West Asia Basketball Championships 1st Team -17
West Asia Basketball Championships in Amman (Jordan) -17 (Silver): 5 games: 16.6ppg, 5.6rpg, 2.2apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.4%, 3PT: 48.5%, FT: 60.0%
Asia-basket.com All-FIBA Asia Cup 2nd Team -17, FIBA Asia Cup in Lebanon -17 (Silver): 6 games: 16.0ppg, 4.3rpg, 2.8apg, FGP: 34.5%, 3PT: 57.9%, FT: 83.3%, Asian Games in Jakarta (Indonesia) -18 (Silver), Asia-Basket.com All-FIBA Asia Champions Cup 1st Team -18, FIBA Asia Champions Cup Winner -18
FIBA World Cup 2019 Qualifiers -19: 8 games: 14.8ppg, 4.6rpg, 2.4apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 49.1%, 3PT: 30.2%, FT: 79.3%, WABA Club Championships -19 (Runner-Up), World Cup in China -19: 5 games: 12.0ppg, 2.8rpg, 3.0apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 56.3%, 3PT: 48.0%, FT: 85.7%, FIBA Asia Cup 2021 Qualifiers -21: 4 games: 11.5ppg, 3.3rpg, 3.8apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 45.0%, 3PT: 36.8%, FT: 87.5%, German ProA -21 (Player of the Week Rd.4), Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro A 1st Team -21, and German 2.Bundesliga Pro A Regular Season Champion -21.

Source: Syntanics MBC

BG Goettingen Reel In Stephen Brown - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

2010 Eurochallenge winner BG Goettingen have reeled in Stephen Brown (180-PG-96, college: Bucknell)n. Brown is a 25 year old 180cm point guard that has easyCredit BBL expereince having playing with Giessen two seasons ago. Last season he played with Denain ASC Voltaire (France-ProB) avergaing 13,8ppg, 2,9rpg and 4,7apg, and 1,2spg. "He has great leadership qualities and has the abilities of a point guard that I prefer. He wants to defend and put pressure on the opponnets guard. His quickness helps him create for himself and others", stressed head coach Roel Moors. Last season he scored in double figures in 25 games including 30 points against Evreux and 28 points against Fos-Provence.

The american began his basketball career with Christ Chapel Academy and then played at Bucknell from 2014-2018 playing a total of 128 NCAA games and in his four years averaged 3.7ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.4apg as a freshman, 9.2ppg, 3.3rpg, 5.3apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 54.1%, 3PT: 32.6%, FT: 83.3% in his second season, 11.2ppg, 3.1rpg, 4.8apg, 1.6spg, FGP: 50.6%, 3PT: 41.1%, FT: 67.4% as a junior and as a senior 14.9ppg, 3.3rpg, 4.2apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 57.0%, 3PT: 37.2%, FT: 83.7%. He began his professional career in 2018 with Yalova Group Belediye Spor (Turkey-TBL) averaging 10.0ppg, 2.7rpg, 3.3apg, in Nov.'18 moved to BC Valga-Valka/Maks&Moorits (Latvia-LatEstBL) averaging 17.4ppg, 2.6rpg, 3.7apg, 2.7spg, 2FGP: 57.3%, 3FGP: 38.9%, FT: 72.5%, in Feb.'19 signed at Ural Ekaterinburg (Russia-Superleague) averaging 11.4ppg, 2.7rpg, 2.4apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 46.2%, 3PT: 28.8%, FT: 72.1%. In 2019-2020 he played with the Giessen 46ers (Germany-BBL) averaging 12.9ppg, 2.2rpg, 5.0apg, 1.1spg, FGP: 55.0%, 3PT: 36.1%, FT: 87.3%.

Awards and achievements in his basketball career have been Patriot League Regular Season Champion -15, 16, 17, 18, Patriot League Tournament Semifinals -15, All-Patriot League 3rd Team -16, Patriot League All-Defensive Team -16, 17, 18, All-Patriot League 2nd Team -17, Patriot League Tournament Winner -17, 18, All-Patriot League All-Tournament MVP -18, All-Patriot League 1st Team -18, Patriot League All-Tournament Team -18, Patriot League All-Academic Team -18

and Eurobasket.com All-German Bundesliga Honorable Mention -20

Source:BG Goettingen

Mateo Seric Heads To The Tigers Tuebingen - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

After 62 easyCredit BBL games with Ludwigsburg and Bamberg, Mateo Seric (204-PF-99) will have a new challenge this season trying to become an impact player in the Pro A with the TIgers Tuebingen. Seric is a 22 year old 204cm power forward that has the German and Croatian citzenship. He played the last three seasons in the Bamberg system playing 31 BBL games. Last season he split time with Brose Bamberg (Germany-BBL) playing 18 games averaging 2.0ppg; played 3 BCL games averaging 9.0ppg, 1.3rpg, 1.0spg, played also at BBC Coburg (Germany-ProB) playing 18 games averaging 13.7ppg, 6.1rpg, 2.2apg, 1.2spg, FGP: 49.2%, 3PT: 40.3%, FT: 90.0%. "He is a very modern forward that can shoot, pass, dribble and post up under the basket. A lot of teams had an eye on him, but great that he hed decided to take the challenge with us. We have to give him time to get used to the league and let him develop. He has a very good work ethic. With a lot of playing time and hard work, he could become a very good German player in the BBL in the next years", stressed head coach Danny Jansson.

He began his basketball career with BSG Basket Ludwigsburg (Germany-2.Regionalliga), played also at Porsche Basketball Akademie U19 team (Germany-NBBL) andthe U16 team (Germany-JBBL). he played 6 BBL games for the MHP Riesen and 10 Basketball Champions League games. He then played a season with teh Baunach Young Pikes (Germany-ProA) averaging 6.8ppg, 2.3rpg, FGP: 47.1%, 3PT: 32.2%, FT-2 (89.6%). Awards and achievements in his basketball career have been German U16 National Team -15, European Championships U16 in Kaunas (Lithuania) -15: 7 games: 1.6ppg, 2.6rpg, Kaunas Adidas Next Generation Tournament (Qualifications to ANGT Finals) -16: 3 games: 11.7ppg, 2.3rpg, 3.0apg, 1.7spg, 2PT: 48.1%, German Bundesliga Cup Semifinals -17
Adidas Next Generation Tournament in Belgrade (Qualifications to ANGT Finals) -17 (Semifinals): 4 games: Score-3 (17.3ppg), 7.0rpg, 2.0apg, 1.8spg, 2FGP: 42.9%, 3PT: 40.0%, FT: 62.5%, German NBBL All-Star Game -17, German U18 National Team -17, Basketball Champions League Final Four -18
German Bundesliga Semifinals -18, German U20 National Team -18-19, European Championships U20 in Chemnitz (Germany) -18 (Bronze): 3 games: 4.7ppg, 2.3rpg, 1.0apg, European Championships U20 in Tel Aviv (Israel) -19 (Bronze): 7 games: 4.0ppg, 2.1rpg, Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro B Honorable Mention -20, 21, and German 2.Bundesliga Pro B (Group South) Regular Season Runner-Up -21

Source:Tigers Tuebingen

The Telekom Baskets Bonn Add Tim Hasbargen - by Miles Schmidt-Scheuber

easyCredit BBL club Telekom Baskets Bonn have added German Tim Hasbargen (194-G-96, college: Babson) Hasbargen is a 25 year old 1904cm guard from Munich, Germany that brings NCAA and BBL experience to Bonn. Last season he played with Rasta Vechta (BBL) playing 29 games averaging 5.9ppg, 2.7rpg, FGP: 49.4%, 3PT: 33.8%, FT: 81.8%. "He had a good year in the BBL with vechta. He took a lot of responsibility and improved during the season. He showed that he belongs in the BBL. He always played with a lot of effort", stressed head coach Tuomas Iisalo. Last season he scored in double figures in 5 games netting 24 points against Bonn and 17 points against Ulm.

He began his basketball carer with FC Bayern Muenchen II (Regionalliga) and played with the NBBL team. He then played at Cleveland State University (NCAA) from 2014-2017 playing 39 NCAA games. He played his senior year at Babson College (NCAA3) playing 15 games averaging 6.1ppg, 2.9rpg, FGP: 45.1%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 78.6%. He returned to Germany and played two years with Team Ehingen Urspring (ProA) averaging 9.8ppg, 2.1rpg, 3.2apg, FGP: 59.7%, 3PT: 31.5%, FT: 81.3% and in his second season averaged 11.4ppg, 3.8rpg, 2.7apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 51.7%, 3PT: 39.8%, FT: 85.5%.

Awards and achievements in his basketball career have been German U18 National Team -13-14, German 3x3 U18 National Team -13, FIBA 3x3 U18 World Championships -13, German Regionalliga (Southeast Group) Champion -14, Albert Schweitzer Tournament in Germany (Unofficial World Championships U18) -14: 3 games: 9.0ppg, 4.7rpg, FGP: 55.6%, 3PT: 57.1%, FT: 60%, Citta di Roma International Junior Tournament (Qualifications to NIJT) -14 (Semifinals)
German NBBL All-Star Game -14, European Championships U18 Division B in Sofia (Bulgaria) -14 (Gold): 9 games: 6.7ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.2spg, FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 77.3%, NEWMAC Regular Season Co-Runner-Up -18, NEWMAC Tournament Semifinals -18
German University National Team -19, World University Games in Napoli (Italy) -19: 6 games: 1.2ppg, 1.2rpg, and Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro A Honorable Mention -20

Source: Telekom Baskets Bonn

Josh Sharkey joins Legia - by Eurobasket Center

Legia Warszawa (EBL) agreed terms with 23-year old American point guard Josh Sharkey (175cm-74kg-97, college: Samford) for new 2021-22 season. Sharkey played last season at Tigers Tuebingen in German ProA. In 17 games he had very impressive stats: 15.2ppg, 3.2rpg, 5.6apg (top 5) and 1.6spg. Great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro A Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week (2 times).
He graduated from Samford University in 2020 and it is his second season as a professional player.

Legia Warszawa roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Lukasz Koszarek
Raymond Cowels_III
Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman
Benjamin Didier-Urbaniak
Josh Sharkey

Forwards:
Adam Kemp
Grzegorz Kulka
Grzegorz Kaminski

Centers:
Dariusz Wyka
Jakub Sadowski

Coach: Wojciech Kaminski

Klepeisz re-signs at Ulm - by Eurobasket News

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Ulm keeps Philipps for another season - by Eurobasket News

Ratiopharm Ulm (BBL) re-signed 22-year old 204cm shooting guard Christoph Philipps for upcoming season. Philipps has played there for the last two seasons. He managed to play in three leagues last year (!!!). The team played in three different competitions that year, and he was exposed to basketball on different levels. In three games he recorded 8.7ppg, 2.0rpg, 1.3apg and 2.0spg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. Philipps also played 17 games in BBL where he averaged 3.5ppg and 2.0rpg. And finally he contributed to 7 games in Eurocup where he had just 2.9ppg and 2.6rpg.
He was a member of German U16 National Team back in 2014.
He has played previously for BBU 01 Ulm.
Among many awards he won German 2.Bundesliga Pro B championship title in 2017. Philipps was voted to Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro B Honorable Mention between 2019 and 2020.

Ratiopharm Ulm roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Per Guenther
Thomas Klepeisz
Christoph Philipps

Forward:
Moritz Krimmer

Center:
Philipp Herkenhoff

(via @andraslorantoct)

Hamburg signs Lukas Meisner - by Eurobasket News

Hamburg Towers (BBL) signed 25-year old international forward Lukas Meisner (203cm-100kg-95, college: Columbia) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Meisner played last season at Basketball Loewen Braunschweig (BBL). In three games he had 8.0ppg, 4.0rpg, 2.3apg and 1.3spg. He also played 15 games in BBL where he recorded 14.4ppg, 4.6rpg and 1.5apg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Bayreuth. In 18 BBL games he averaged 10.2ppg, 3.8rpg and 1.3apg. 2019-20 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-German Bundesliga Honorable Mention. He also played 14 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he got 9.4ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.4apg.
Meisner has been also a member of German international program for some years. He has regularly played for German senior team since 2020 and previously for U20 National Team between 2014 and 2015.
He represented Germany at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) four years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 1.7ppg, 2.4rpg, 1.6apg.
Meisner graduated from Columbia University in 2018 and it is his fourth season as a professional player.

Bonn signs Michael Kessens - by Eurobasket News

Telekom Baskets Bonn (BBL) signed 30-year old naturalized Swiss forward Michael Kessens (206cm-103kg-91, college: FIU) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Kessens played last season at Fraport Skyliners Frankfurt (BBL). In three games he had 6.0ppg and 4.7rpg. He also played 26 games in BBL where he recorded 8.6ppg and 5.3rpg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Rasta Vechta. In 11 Basketball Champions League games he averaged 4.3ppg, 4.3rpg and 1.1apg.
He was a member of German U20 National Team back in 2011.
Kessens has played previously for German team Eisbaeren Bremerhaven.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he played in the final of German Bundesliga in 2019. He was voted to Big South Conference All-Freshman Team back in 2013.
He attended Florida International University until 2017 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

(via @scorers1st)

Hulls re-signs at Ludwigsburg - by Eurobasket News

MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg (BBL) confirmed in their roster 31-year old American shooting guard Jordan Hulls (180cm-81kg-90, college: Indiana) for new 2021-22 season. Hulls played there last season. In three games he had 9.7ppg, 1.3rpg and 3.7apg. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. A very impressive season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-German Bundesliga Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week. He also played 41 games in BBL where he recorded 12.5ppg, 2.3rpg, 3.8apg and 1.0spg. Hulls contributed to his team winning the regular season and make it to the semifinals. Quite impressive season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-German Bundesliga Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week.
The previous (19-20) season he played at s Oliver Baskets. In 21 BBL games he averaged 11.0ppg, 1.6rpg and 2.6apg.
He is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Belgium (Limburg United), Kosovo (Prishtina), Poland (Czarni) and The Basketball Tournament (Armored Athlete).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Balkan League championship title in 2015. Hulls was also voted Eurobasket.com All-FIBA Europe Cup Player of the Year and Eurobasket.com All-FIBA Europe Cup Import of the Year in 2019.
He attended Indiana University until 2013 and it will be his ninth season as a professional player.

MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Jordan Hulls
Quinton Hooker
Lukas Herzog

Forward:
Scottie James_Jr.

(via @DraganJankovski)

Bayern keep coach Trinchieri - by Eurobasket News

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Rostock keeps Theis for another season - by Eurobasket News

Rostock Seawolves (ProA) re-signed 28-year old 204cm power forward Sid-Marlon Theis for new season. Theis played there last season. In 34 ProA games he averaged 9.8ppg and 2.3rpg. He helped them to win the regular season.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Eisbaeren Bremerhaven where in 26 ProA games he had 12.4ppg and 4.0rpg. He contributed to his team ending the regular season as at the second position in the league. Theis can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-German 2.Bundesliga Pro A Honorable Mention.
He was also a member of German international program for some years. He played for German Senior National Team in 2018 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2013.
Theis represented Germany at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) four years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 10.1ppg, 3.8rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 55.8%, 3PT: 35.7%, FT: 72.0%.
He has played previously for eight other teams: ALBA Berlin, Braunschweig, Herzoege Wolfenbuettel, Walter Tigers, Science City Jena, SG Braunschweig, Ehingen/Urspringschule and Urspring.

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Denizli inks Jeremy Hollowell, ex Ionikos - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Merkezefendi Belediyesi Denizli Basket (TBL) agreed terms with 27-year old American forward Jeremy Hollowell (203cm-95kg-94, college: Georgia State, agency: Network Sports International) for new 2021-22 season. Hollowell is the second import player in the roster as Belgian Thomas Akyazili signed here earlier.
He played last season at Ionikos in Greek A1 league. In 24 games he had 11.8ppg, 5.2rpg, 1.5apg and 1.3spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Ironi Nes Ziona in Israeli Winner League where in 18 games he recorded 11.1ppg, 5.1rpg and 2.2apg. He also played 11 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged 12.3ppg, 5.5rpg, 1.8apg and 1.1spg.
In 2017 he was drafted by Erie Bay Hawks (G-League) in first round (18th overall).
The former Georgia State standout is in his fifth season in pro basketball.
He has played previously professionally in Mexico (Rayos de Hermosillo) and NBA G League (College Park S.).

Ethnikos add Vaidakis to their roster - by Chris Mammides

Ethnikos OFPF Piraeus (B) added to their roster 31-year old guard Leonidas Vaidakis (186cm) for season 2021-22. Vaidakis has played for the last two seasons at P.Faliro in C. He helped his team get promotion to B.
He has played previously for two other teams: Enosi and Ionikos.
Vaidakis won Greek C Division (Group 1) championship title in 2020.

Ethnikos OFPF Piraeus roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Konstantinos Basdekis
Leonidas Vaidakis
Dimtiris Karystinos

Forwards:
Vangelis Georgiadis
Stelios Karafantis
Dimitris Livanos

Coach: Ioannis Karambelas

Panelefsiniakos keep Lekakis for another season - by Chris Mammides

Panelefsiniakos AOK Eleusina (B) re-signed 21-year old 200cm power forward Panos Lekakis for upcoming season. Lekakis played there last season.

Giannis Aggelopoulos agreed terms with P.Faliro - by Chris Mammides

League B newcomer AO Paleo Faliro Pireus inked 33-year old 183cm point guard Giannis Aggelopoulos for upcoming season. Aggelopoulos played most recently at Egaleo AO. He also played for APAS Ta Fanaria Naxou that season.
He has spent his entire career in Greece playing for eight other teams: AO Amyntas Dafnis Athens, Papagou, Ionikos Nikaias, Esperos Patras, Ionikos AS Neas Filadelfeias, GS Kronos Agiou Dimitriou, AE Kallitheas and Keravnos Aigio.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All- B League Honorable Mention in 2016.

P.Faliro lands Claudio Harouni - by Chris Mammides

League B newcomer AO Paleo Faliro Pireus tabbed 27-year old 202cm power forward Claudio Harouni for new season. Harouni has played for the last four years at POK Esperos Kallitheas.

Nikos Kokkalis joins Milonas - by Chris Mammides

AONS Milonas Athens (C) added to their roster experienced 36-year old swingman Nikos Kokkalis (198cm) for new 2021-22 season. Kokkalis has played for the last two seasons at AO Tritonas Sepolion in the A2. In 12 games he had very impressive stats: 15.6ppg, 5.2rpg, 2.3apg and 1.0spg last season. C will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. Good season as he was named League Player of the Week (2 times).
He was a member of Greek U20 National Team back in 2005.
He has spent his entire career in Greece playing for eight other teams: Peristeri GS Athens, Panionios, AEO Proteas Voulas, Ethnikos, Near East, Amyntas, Doukas and Arkadikos.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the A2 Play-Off Semifinals in 2019. Kokkalis was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Greek A2 Honorable Mention back in 2015 and 2017.
It's very possible he may end his playing career at Milonas.

Porfyras sign Alexis Bardas - by Chris Mammides

AOF Porfyras (C) signed experienced 40-year old small forward Alexis Bardas (189cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Bardas played last season at FEA Neas Filadelfias-NH.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Egaleo AO (B).
He has spent his entire career in Greece playing for eight other teams: Panathinaikos, AO Amyntas Dafnis Athens, Iraklis, Marousi, Ermis Perama, OF Irakleio, Panerythraikos and GS Apollon Smyrnis.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Greek A2 Honorable Mention back in 2016.
He is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Porfyras.

Kostas Kiriakopoulos agreed terms with Porfyras - by Chris Mammides

League C newcomer AOF Porfyras inked 180cm point guard Kostas Kiriakopoulos for upcoming season. The last time (18-19) he played at Panelefsiniakos in Greek B league. Kiriakopoulos missed last two seasons and had longer break from professional basketball.
He previously for two other teams: Egaleo and AO Tritonas Sepolion.

Melikis welcome back Stoitsis - by Chris Mammides

League B newcomer GAS Melikis tabbed 31-year old 200cm forward Giorgos Stoitsis for new season. It is actually his comeback to Melikis as he has played here before. Stoitsis played most recently at Ionikos Ionias in U18 League. He helped his team get promotion to C.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Melikis (C).
He has played previously for two other teams: Stratoni and AOK Veroias.
Among many awards he was voted to Eurobasket.com All- C League Honorable Mention in 2020.

Nikos Liolios signs at KS Aetoi Veroias - by Chris Mammides

KS Aetoi Veroias (C) landed 30-year old 180cm point guard Nikos Liolios for new season. Liolios has played for the last eight years at Melikis.
He is a very experienced player.

Lions sign Christos Bratsiakos, ex Halkida - by Chris Mammides

Raiffeisen Dornbirn Lions (2.Bundesliga) signed 20-year old Greek guard Christos Bratsiakos (192cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Bratsiakos played last season at Halkida in Greek B league.

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HIGH SCHOOLS

Las Cruces center Isaiah Carr commits to Grand Canyon - by Eurobasket News

Isaiah Carr (6'9'-C/F) has been receiving more interest as the summer progresses, but the 6-11 Las Cruces High center wasn't going to pass up a good opportunity if it came along. Carr announced via Twitter on Monday that he was committing to Western Athletic Conference champion Grand Canyon University in Phoenix. "During my unofficial visit to Grand Canyon University, I have received a Scholarship offer to play Division 1 Basketball! I am verbally committing to Grand Canyon University with Head Coach Bryce Drew and his staff," Carr Tweeted. Carr also had offers from Western Illinois, Central Arkansas and Lehigh University. UTEP and the University of New Mexico were also showing interest following a junior season where Car averaged 15 points, 10 rebounds and two blocked shots per game and helped the Bulldawgs reach the Class 5A championship game. Carr said GCU assistant coach Ed Schilling began recruiting him last year. Carr took an unofficial visit on Wednesday prior to the Bulldawgs playing in the Section 7 high school tournament in Phoenix over the weekend. "I found the perfect fit for me and my values and they were committed to trying to recruit me," Carr said. "I loved what they are about and they are close to home and one of the better programs in the WAC." Carr said he wanted to wait until after his senior year to commit, but since Division I transfers can now transfer once without sitting out a year, he didn't want to pass up a good fit. "Congrats to him and his family," Las Cruces boys basketball coach William Benjamin said. "He's a great kid. I'm very happy that he can fulfill one of his goals and become a Division I player at a very good up and coming Grand Canyon school."
Courtesy of: lcsun-news.com

Dior Johnson Announces Commitment To Oregon - by Eurobasket News

Dior Johnson (6'3'-C), the No. 15 prospect in ESPN's class of 2022, committed to Oregon on Tuesday. "I wanted to commit now because I felt like Oregon was the place for me. I am a person who is big on relationships and trust. The relationship I have been able to establish with Coach Altman is special and being that he is a legendary coach, I feel that learning from him on a daily basis on and off the court will be huge for my development," said the five-star prospect. Johnson initially committed to Syracuse in February 2020 before reopening his recruitment. Johnson has played for several high profile schools, including Findlay Prep, IMG and Oak Hill Academy. He is currently undecided as to where he will play his senior season before enrolling at Oregon.
Courtesy of: realgm.com

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HOLLAND

Kenan Sarvan commits to Mineral Area - by Eurobasket News

Mineral Area College agreed terms with 21-year old Dutch forward Kenan Sarvan (6'10'-224lbs) for new 2021-22 season. Sarvaneze (Holland) native played for the last two years at Coppin State University (NCAA Division I). In 19 games he had 5.8ppg and 3.4rpg last season. He helped his team make it to the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Tournament Semifinals this year. Sarvan's team ended regular season as a second best place in MEAC Northern Division. He was also voted to MEAC All-Rookie Team.
Sarvan graduated Bishop Sullivan Catholic High School (Virginia Beach, VA) in 2019. His team won TCIS title that year. He was also selected to First Team All-Region and First Team All-Tidewater Conference.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Thran starts his pro career at Den Helder - by Eurobasket News

Den Helder Suns (DBL) agreed terms with 21-year old Dutch guard Nick Thran (188cm-82kg) for new 2021-22 season. He just graduated from Saginaw Valley State University (NCAA2) in USA. But in 10 games he did not score anything and had only 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
As mentioned above he is just out of the college and it will be his first season as a pro.
He represented Holland at the European Championships U20 Division B in Matosinhos (Portugal) two years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 4.4ppg, 2.4rpg, 2.1apg.

Groningen signs Marquis Addison, ex Sibiu - by Arnold Beres

Donar Groningen (DBL) signed 29-year old American guard Marquis Addison (193cm-88kg-91, college: MSSU) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Addison played last season at BC CSU Sibiu in Romanian Liga Nationala. The team played in three different competitions (!!!) that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 27 Liga Nationala games he recorded very impressive stats: 16.2ppg, 3.8rpg, 2.9apg and 1.2spg. He also played 4 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he averaged remarkable 16.5ppg, 6.3rpg, 2.8apg and 1.8spg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Lions de Geneve in Swiss SBL. In 20 games he got high stats: 16.0ppg, 4.0rpg, 3.8apg and 1.6spg. He helped them to win the Supercup. 2019-20 was a great season as he was named to Eurobasket.com All-Swiss SBL Honorable Mention.
Addison is quite experienced player. He has played also professionally in Denmark (Horsens IC), France (Denain Voltaire), Israel (Maccabi Rehovot) and The Basketball Tournament (Purple & Black).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Danish League championship title for two years in a row (2015 and 2016). He was voted to Eurobasket.com Swiss SBL All-Imports Team back in 2018.
Addison attended Missouri Southern State University until 2014 and it will be his eighth season as a professional player.

Donar Groningen roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Marquis Addison
Austin Luke
Henry Caruso

Forward:
Donte Ingram

Coach: Matthew Otten

Feyenoord keeps van der List for another two season - by Arnold Beres

Zeeuw & Zeeuw Feyenoord (DBL) re-signed 31-year old former international 213cm power forward Jeroen van der List, college: Indian Hills, agency: BIG for upcoming two season. van der List has played there for the last three seasons. Great year indeed as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Dutch Eredivisie 2nd Team and All-Domestic Players Team.
He was also a member of Dutch international program for some years. He played for Dutch Senior National Team between 2010 and 2014 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2007.
van der List represented Holland at the Qualifications to European Championships 2015 eight years ago. His stats at that event were 4 games: 4.5ppg, 3.0rpg, 1.3apg.
He is a very experienced player. He has quite traveled the world as his pro career brought him to four different countries on three different continents (Europe, Asia and of course North America). van der List has played previously professionally also in Belgium (Limburg United), France (Tremblay), Japan (Shinshu Brave Warriors Nagano) and Holland (Den Bosch, Den Helder, Basketball Academie Limburg, Leiden and Leeuwarden).
Among many awards his team was regular season runner-up in Dutch Eredivisie in 2012, 2015 and 2016.
He attended Indian Hills Community College until 2009 and it will be his 13th (hopefully lucky) (!!!) season in pro basketball.
van der List's game is described as: Jeroen is a legit 7-footer who is originally from the youth program in Rotterdam. Jeroen is a skilled big man who can play facing the basket without any problem. Has a nice bodyframe and runs the floor well for his size. Active player. Needs to improve his strength a little. Member of the Dutch National U-20 team. Has nice potential & upside.

Hoeve re-signs at Leeuwarden - by Eurobasket News

Aris Leeuwarden (DBL) confirmed in their roster 23-year old guard Tim Hoeve (196cm) for season 2021-22. Hoeve has played there for the last two seasons.
He represented Holland at the European Championships U20 Division B in Sofia (Bulgaria) three years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 3.0ppg, 1.4rpg, 2.0apg, 1.0spg.
He has played previously for Groningen.
Hoeve played in the final of Dutch Eredivisie in 2019.

Shane Hammink (ex Charleroi) agreed terms with Den Bosch - by Eurobasket News

Heroes Den Bosch (DBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 26-year old Dutch international 201cm guard Shane Hammink, college: Valpo for season 2021-22. He played most recently at Proximus Spirou Charleroi in Belgian Euromillions League. In 19 games he recorded 7.3ppg, 4.6rpg and 1.6apg last season. He also spent pre-season at Yoast United that year.
He has been also a member of Dutch international program for some years. Hammink has regularly played for Dutch senior team since 2014 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2014.
He represented Holland at the Qualifications to European Championships 2015 seven years ago. His stats at that event were 2 games: 0pts.
He has played previously professionally in Spain (Bilbao) and Holland (Groningen and Matrixx Magixx Wijchen).
Hammink played in the final of Dutch Eredivisie in 2019.
He attended Valparaiso University until 2017 and it will be his fifth season in pro basketball.

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HUNGARY

Atomeromu tabs Gergely Karosi - by Winter Gabor

Atomeromu SE Paks (A Division) inked 22-year old 191cm swingman Gergely Karosi for upcoming season. Karosi played most recently at TFBP U20 team in the U20 League. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. They also advanced to the league semifinals.
The previous (19-20) season he played at TF Budapest (B).

Atomeromu SE Paks roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Akos Kovacs
Milan Gulyas
Bence Pupp
David Pajor

Forwards:
Attila Kis
Gergely Karosi

Center:
Janos Eilingsfeld

Coach: Teo Hojc

Atomeromu tabs Gergo Orgona - by Winter Gabor

Atomeromu SE Paks (A Division) inked 21-year old 199cm forward Gergo Orgona for upcoming season. Orgona played most recently at Veszpremi in the B Division.
He has played previously for KTE-Duna Aszfalt 2nd team.

Atomeromu SE Paks roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Akos Kovacs
Milan Gulyas
Bence Pupp
David Pajor

Forwards:
Attila Kis
Gergo Orgona
Gergely Karosi

Center:
Janos Eilingsfeld

Coach: Teo Hojc

Aron Frank signs at Atomeromu - by Winter Gabor

Atomeromu SE Paks (A Division) landed 21-year old 192cm shooting guard Aron Frank, agency: Mansfield and Associates for upcoming season. Frank played most recently at Szolnoki Olajbanyasz KK. But in 7 A Division games he averaged just 0.4ppg last season. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the final. He also played for JP-Auto Jaszbereny KSE that season where in 7 A Division games he had 6.4ppg and 1.3apg. The other team he played shortly was Szolnoki Olaj KK U20 team (U20 League). In 7 games he recorded 6.3ppg. Frank contributed to his team winning the regular season and make it to the final.
He represented Hungary at the European Championships U20 Division B in Matosinhos (Portugal) two years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: 0.9ppg, 1.1apg.
He has played previously for Szolnoki Olaj U23 KK.

Atomeromu SE Paks roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Akos Kovacs
Milan Gulyas
Aron Frank
Bence Pupp
David Pajor

Forwards:
Attila Kis
Gergo Orgona
Gergely Karosi

Center:
Janos Eilingsfeld

Coach: Teo Hojc

Debreceni Egyetem inks Vincent Valerio-Bodon - by Winter Gabor

Debreceni Egyetem (A Division) agreed terms with 20-year old swingman Vincent Valerio-Bodon (201cm-84kg) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Valerio-Bodon has played for the last three seasons at Atomeromu (A Division). The last season he played also at Atomeromu where in 21 A Division games he had 5.3ppg, 3.6rpg and 1.2apg.
He represented Hungary at the European Championships U18 Division B in Oradea (Romania) two years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 15.4ppg, 6.5rpg, 2.6apg, 1.5spg, Blocks-5 (1.5bpg), FGP: 48.2%, 3PT: 32.4%, FT: 80.5%.
He has played previously for two other teams: Budapesti Honved SE and Bonyhad.
Despite young age he had impressive career. Valerio-Bodon was voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Division B Honorable Mention in 2019.

Debreceni Egyetem roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Laszlo Polyak
Gaspar Kerpel-Fronius

Forwards:
Djordje Drenovac
Vincent Valerio-Bodon

Center:
Adam Toth

PVSK-Veolia keeps Brkic for another season - by Eurobasket News

Pecsi VSK-Veolia (A Division) re-signed 26-year old Serbian 206cm center Veljko Brkic for season 2021-22. Brkic is the second import player in the roster as Bosnia and Herzegovina Almir Hasandic signed here earlier.
He was a team leader there last season. In 36 A Division games he recorded very impressive stats: 15.8ppg, 6.6rpg, 1.9apg, 1.2spg and 1.1bpg. A very spectacular season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Hungarian League Honorable Mention.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Sencur Gorenjska gradbena druzba Kranj in Slovenian Liga Nova KBM where in 18 games he averaged 9.1ppg, 4.0rpg, 1.0spg and 1.2bpg. He also played 4 games in Alpe Adria Cup where he had also remarkable stats: 18.3ppg, 10.8rpg, 3.5apg and 2.3bpg.
He represented Serbia at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) four years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 8 games: 10.8ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.0apg, Blocks-3 (2.0bpg), FGP: 51.7%, 3PT: 17.6%, FT: 60.0%.
He has played previously professionally in Montenegro (Sutjeska) and Serbia (KK Mladost Z Admiral Zemun and Vrsac).

Pecsi VSK-Veolia roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Oliver Biro
Almir Hasandic
Mate Illes

Forwards:
Tomislav Ivosev
Robert Fuzi
Viktor Kalmar

Center:
Veljko Brkic

(via @Vrionis1969)

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ICELAND

Stats Leaders (Men)

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Ty SABIN

KR
(190-G-94)
Avg: 25.5

25.5

23.2

22.5

21.6

20.5

Dominos League Round 3 of Finals, Keflavik earn first victory - by Eurobasket News

Keflavik - Thor Thorl 97-83

Keflavik topped Thor Thorl to cut the deficit in the Finals. The game without a history. Keflavik led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Keflavik outrebounded Thor Thorl 37-23 including 29 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a good game for American guard CJ Burks (190-95, college: Marshall) who led his team to a victory with 26 points and 6 rebounds. Lithuanian center Dominykas Milka (203-92, college: St.Rose, NY) contributed with 25 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. American point guard Larry Thomas (185-93, college: BSC, agency: SDJ Sports) answered with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Lithuanian center Adomas Drungilas (205-90) added 8 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists in the effort for Thor Thorl. Five Keflavik and four Thor Thorl players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Keflavik: C.Burks 26+6reb+3ast, D.Milka 25+7reb+2ast, D.Williams 13+9reb+2ast, H.Vilhjalmsson 11+3reb+9ast, V.Valsson 10+7reb+6ast, A.Sveinsson 7+1reb
Thor Thorl: L.Thomas 24+5reb+4ast, H.Hermannsson 12+1reb+3ast, R.Bragason 12+1reb+2ast, C.Lawson 10+4reb+2ast, S.Thrastarson 9+5reb, A.Drungilas 8+6reb+6ast

Flenard Whitfield (ex Tindastoll) is a newcomer at KTP Basket - by Eurobasket News

(via @SlanSports)

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INDONESIA

Stats Leaders

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

David SEAGERS

Pacific C
(188-G-88)
Avg: 32.3

32.3

30.5

30.0

24.3

23.3

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ISRAEL

Maccabi Tel Aviv signs Keenan Evans - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

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ITALY

Stats Leaders - Lega2

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Jordan FLOYD

Cd'Orlando
(188-G-97)
Avg: 23.7

23.7

22.1

21.4

21.2

21.1

stats leader

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Giovanni LAQUINTANA

Monopoli
(187-PG-91)
Avg: 19.1

19.1

18.4

18.3

18.3

18.1

Fenerbahce signs Achille Polonara - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Lorenzo Galmarini signs at UCC Assigeco Piacenza - by Andrea Centenari

UCC Assigeco Piacenza add to their roster italian center Lorenzo Galmarini (200-C-95).
Galmarini played his last three season at Pallacanestro Orzinuovi.

CAREER
2011-2012: CLAAG Firenze junior team
2012-2013: CLAAG Firenze (Nazionale A): 22 games: 0.9ppg, 1.4rpg
2013-2014: Aquila Basket Trento junior team
2014-2015: U.S. Basket Recanati (A2 Silver): 16 games: 1.3ppg, 1.4rpg; A2 Gold Playoffs: 1 game: 0pts
2015-2016: Paffoni Omegna (Serie A2): 27 games: 1.5ppg, 1.6rpg
2016-2017: Enic Pino Dragons Firenze (Serie B, starting five): 32 games: 12.6ppg, 8.0rpg, Blocks-5 (1.0bpg), FGP: 57.7%, FT: 80.7%
2017-2018: Montecatiniterme Basket (Serie B, starting five): 36 games: 11.7ppg, 7.6rpg, Blocks-1 (1.3bpg), FGP: 53.9%, FT: 76.6%
2018-2019: Pallacanestro Orzinuovi (Serie B, starting five): 39 games: 10.5ppg, 6.3rpg, 1.8apg, 1.2spg, Blocks-2 (1.4bpg), FGP: 51.9%, FT: 77.9%
2019-2020: Pallacanestro Orzinuovi (Serie A2): 24 games: 4.6ppg, 3.5rpg
2020-2021: Pallacanestro Orzinuovi (Serie A2): 31 games: 5.4ppg, 5.6rpg

Michael Roll leaves Olimpia Milano - by Andrea Centenari

Amedeo Della Valle (ex Buducnost) agreed terms with Brescia - by Arnold Beres

Germani Brescia Leonessa (Serie A) strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old Italian international 192cm shooting guard Amedeo Della Valle, college: Ohio State, agency: BeoBasket for season 2021-22. Della Valle played most recently at Buducnost in Montenegrin Erste Liga. He managed to play in four leagues in two countries last year (!!!). The team played in three different competitions that year, and he had a chance to explore basketball on different levels. In 9 Eurocup games he recorded 9.0ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.2apg. He helped them to make it to the quarterfinals. Della Valle also played 27 games in ABA League where he averaged 8.4ppg, 1.4rpg and 1.1apg. He also played 5 games in Erste Liga where he got 11.2ppg, 2.8rpg and 2.2apg. The other team he played shortly was Gran Canaria in Spanish Liga Endesa. In four games he got 8.5ppg, 1.3rpg, 1.0apg and 1.8spg. He also played 2 games in Eurocup where he got 13.0ppg, 1.5rpg, 1.5apg and 1.0spg.
He has been also a member of Italian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Italian senior team since 2014 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2013.
Della Valle represented Italy at the European Championships six years ago. His stats at that event were 3 games: 3.7ppg, 1.0rpg.
He has played previously for two other Italy teams: AX Armani Exchange Milano and Reggio Emilia. He won Montenegrin League championship title in 2021 and the cup in 2021.
Among many awards he received Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup European Player of the Year award and was voted to Eurobasket.com All-EuroCup 1st Team back in 2018.
Della Valle attended Ohio State until 2014 and it will be his eighth season in pro basketball.
The scouts decsribe him following way: A promising, modern kind of PG who can score a lot, thanks to a great scoring talent and a correct shooring selection. Needs to gain some weight and strength to compete at higher level.

Orzinuovi keeps Spanghero for another season - by Eurobasket News

Pallacanestro Orzinuovi (Serie A2) re-signed 29-year old former international 185cm point guard Marco Spanghero for season 2021-22. Spanghero played there last season. In 31 Serie A2 games he recorded 13.7ppg, 2.4rpg and 4.4apg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Allianz Pazienza Cestistica San Severo where in 25 Serie A2 games he averaged 12.4ppg, 2.6rpg, 4.0apg and 1.2spg.
He was a member of Italian international program for some years. He was called to Italian Senior National Team back in 2014 and previously for U20 National Team in 2011.
Spanghero has played previously for seven other teams: Trieste, Verona, Brindisi, Trento, Tortona, Udine and Trento.
Among many awards he won Italian LNP Gold championship title in 2014. He was voted to Italian SerieA All-Star Game back in 2015.
The scouts decsribe him following way: A quickly improving young guard, who can score a lot even at senior level yet. Has great personality, shoots well from the distance and can create his own shot. Needs to improve his defensive skills.

Andrea Epifani is a newcomer at Molfetta - by Eurobasket News

Serie B newcomer Pallacanestro Molfetta strengthened their roster with addition of 20-year old point guard Andrea Epifani (185cm-75kg) for season 2021-22. Epifani played most recently at Giulianova Basket 85. But in 10 Serie B games he recorded just 1.7ppg last season.
He has played previously for five other teams: Montebelluna, Mantova, Treviso, Sustinente and Treviso.
He won Italian Serie A2 championship title in 2019.

Bayern keep coach Trinchieri - by Eurobasket News

(via @DDPronos)

Serie A2 Round 1 of Semi-Finals. Napoli and Torino take leads - by Eurobasket News

Napoli - Udine 72-56

Napoli outscored Udine to take the lead in the series. Napoli dominated down low during the game scoring 38 of its points in the paint compared to Udine's 18. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Udine's players. American point guard Josh Mayo (181-87, college: UIC, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) stepped up and scored 12 points and 6 assists for the winners and the former international power forward Christian Burns (203-85, college: Jefferson) chipped in 15 points. At the losing side guard Marco Giuri (196-88) responded with 18 points and 6 rebounds and the former international forward Michele Antonutti (205-86) scored 5 points and 9 rebounds. Udine's coach Matteo Boniciolli rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win.
Top scorers:
Napoli: C.Burns 15+4reb+1ast, J.Mayo 12+4reb+6ast, J.Parks 11+6reb+3ast, A.Zerini 9+7reb+3ast, L.Uglietti 7+1reb+1ast, P.Marini 5+3reb+2ast
Udine: M.Giuri 18+6reb+1ast, N.Italiano 8+3reb+1ast, F.Mian 8+3reb+1ast, M.Antonutti 5+9reb+1ast, F.Pellegrino 4+3reb+1ast, D.Johnson 3+3reb+1ast

Torino - Tortona 64-60

Torino topped Tortono to surge ahead in the series. American forward Kruize Pinkins (201-93, college: USF) nailed a double-double by scoring 11 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and point guard Alessandro Cappelletti (186-95) accounted for 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Point guard Riccardo Tavernelli (189-91, agency: SLN) came up with 14 points and 6 rebounds and American guard Jamarr Sanders (193-88, college: UAB) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Tortona in the defeat.
Top scorers:
Torino: J.Clark 17+3reb, A.Cappelletti 13+5reb+6ast, K.Pinkins 11+10reb+3ast, O.Diop 9+3reb+1ast, M.Alibegovic 7+4reb, L.Campani 7+3reb
Tortona: R.Tavernelli 14+6reb+2ast, A.Fabi 10+2reb+1ast, J.Sanders 10+8reb+2ast, B.Mascolo 9+4reb+4ast, L.Severini 7+4reb+2ast, L.D'Ercole 5+3reb

Serie A2 Round 2 of Semi-Finals. Napoli and Tortona record wins - by Eurobasket News

Napoli - Udine 57-53

Napoli held off Udine to take 2-0 lead in the series. The former international swingman Pierpaolo Marini (193-93, agency: Players Group) scored 19 points to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Eric Lombardi (201-93) chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. American center Nana Foulland (208-95, college: Bucknell) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import Dominique Johnson (192-87, college: Azusa Pacific, agency: Higher Vision Sports) scored 19 points. Udine's coach Matteo Boniciolli tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help.
Top scorers:
Udine: D.Johnson 19+2reb+1ast, N.Foulland 12+12reb, M.Antonutti 6+5reb, F.Mian 6+1reb+3ast, N.Italiano 4+5reb, M.Giuri 3+3reb+6ast
Napoli: P.Marini 19+2reb+2ast, E.Lombardi 9+9reb+1ast, C.Burns 7+6reb+1ast, J.Mayo 7+2reb+4ast, A.Zerini 5+8reb+3ast, J.Parks 5+6reb+3ast

Torino - Tortona 77-89

Tortona topped Torino to even the series at 1-1. Tortona made 19-of-25 charity shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They shot the lights out from three nailing 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. American guard Jamarr Sanders (193-88, college: UAB) notched 15 points and 7 rebounds to lead the effort and point guard Bruno Mascolo (190-96, agency: Players Group) supported him with 15 points and 5 assists. Even 24 points by American guard Jason Clark (190-90, college: Georgetown) did not help to save the game for Torino. Naturalized Senegalese power forward Ousmane Diop (205-0) added 13 points and 9 rebounds for the hosts. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Torino: J.Clark 24+4reb, O.Diop 13+9reb+2ast, M.Alibegovic 13+1reb+2ast, K.Pinkins 11+7reb, A.Cappelletti 7+5reb+7ast, D.Toscano 5+4reb
Tortona: A.Fabi 15+2reb+3ast, J.Sanders 15+7reb+2ast, B.Mascolo 15+4reb+5ast, J.Cannon 13+2reb+1ast, R.Tavernelli 9+1reb+1ast, L.Ambrosin 8+2reb

Delia re-signs at Trieste - by Eurobasket News

(via @PickandRollWeb)

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IVORY COAST

Cheick Traore commits to Chowan - by Eurobasket

Chowan University signed Ivorian forward Cheick Traore (6'8'-220lbs) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Traore moved there from Youngstown State University (NCAA Division I) where he played only for one year. But in 19 games he had just 1.5ppg and 2.3rpg.
Traore's high school career he had spent at Concord Academy Basketball in Concord, NC, which he graduated in 2020.
He was named to Proehlific Park Phenom Jamboree Top 40 Second Team in 2019.

ABC and SOA advance to the Finals - by Eurobasket News

ABC and SOA advanced to the Finals of the Ivorian League. ABC swept the semifinals series against ASA 2-0. They posted a 79-43 win in the opener and won the second game 75-57.
SOA meanwhile overcame AZUR 2-1. AZUR grabbed a 65-41 win in the opener, however SOA tied it with a 68-64 victory and managed to win the decisive game 77-51.

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JAMAICA

Uter returns to Bayamon - by Luis Modestti

Vaqueros de Bayamon (BSN) signed experienced 36-year old Jamaican-American ex-international power forward Adrian Uter (201cm-102kg-84, college: Hofstra, agency: BeoBasket). It is actually his comeback to Vaqueros as he has played here before. Uter played last season at H.Galilee in Israeli National League. In 19 games he had 10.7ppg, 5.9rpg and 2.5apg previous season. He helped them to win the National League title.
The previous (2020) summer he played at Vaqueros in Puerto Rican BSN where in 17 games he recorded 10.8ppg, 5.5rpg and 1.8apg in 2020 season. He contributed to his team winning the Puerto Rican BSN title despite they ended the regular season at the second place.
In 2006 he was drafted by Brooklyn Kings (USBL) in third round (22nd overall).
The former Hofstra University star is in his 16th (!!!) season in pro basketball. Uter was a member of Jamaican Senior National Team back in 2013.
He is quite experienced player. He has played in eight different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Latin America and of course North America). Uter has played previously professionally in Austria (Gmunden Swans), France (ASVEL Lyon Villeurbanne Basket, Monaco and Saint Vallier), Italy, Mexico (Plateros), Portugal (Illiabum), Puerto Rico (Leones) and South Korea (Goyang Orions).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Latinbasket.com Puerto Rican BSN All-Defensive Team in 2019.
It's very possible he may end his playing career at Bayamon.

Rizing adds Jordan to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze

Fukuoka Rizing (B2 League) added to their roster experienced 34-year old Jamaican ex-international center Jerome Jordan (215cm-113kg-86, college: Tulsa) for season 2021-22. Jordan played last season at Real Betis in Spanish Liga Endesa. In 22 games he recorded 5.5ppg and 4.0rpg.

He ended the previous (2019-20) season at Al-Muharraq (Premier League) in the Bahrain league. He helped them to make it to the semifinals. But most of that year he spent at Merkezefendi in Turkish TBL where in 9 games he averaged 12.2ppg, 7.3rpg, and 2.9apg.

In 2010 he was drafted by Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) in the second round (44th overall). The former University of Tulsa standout is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.

Jordan also represented Jamaica at the Centrobasket in San Juan (Puerto Rico) nine years ago. Jordan's team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 6 games: 10.7ppg, 7.0rpg, 1.0apg, Blocks-2 (1.8bpg), FGP: 52.4%, 3PT: 50.0%, FT: 73.9%.

He is quite an experienced player. Thanks to Jordan's pro career he managed to play on three different continents (Europe, Asia, and of course North America) in nine different countries. He has played previously professionally in China (Shaanxi), Italy, the Philippines, Serbia, Slovenia, NBA (New Orleans Pelicans, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, and Memphis Grizzlies), Bahrain (Al-Ahli), and NBA G League (College Park S. and Stockton Kings).

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to USBasket.com All-D-League 3rd Team back in 2013.

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Rizing adds Jordan to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze

In 2010 he was drafted by Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) in the second round (44th overall). The former University of Tulsa standout is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to USBasket.com All-D-League 3rd Team back in 2013.

Jarrod Uthoff agreed terms with Aishin Sea Horses - by Arnold Beres

SeaHorses Mikawa (B1 League) strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old American 203cm forward Jarrod Uthoff, college: Iowa for season 2021-22. Uthoff played most recently at Erie BayHawks (NBA G League) in the U.S. In 15 NBA-G-League games he recorded 14.8ppg, 8.7rpg and 2.8apg last season. He also spent pre-season at the Pelicans in NBA. He helped them to make it to the quarterfinals. A very spectacular season in his career as he was voted to USBasket.com All-NBA G League 3rd Team.
Uthoff is a very experienced player. He has played also professionally in Russia (Zenit), NBA (Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers and Memphis Grizzlies), NBA G League (Texas L., Fort Wayne Mad Ants, Raptors 905 Missisauga and Memphis Hustle) and NBA Summer League (Detroit Pistons).
Among many awards he won NBA G League Midwest Division championship title in 2020. He was selected to USBasket.com All-NBA G League 1st Team in 2020.
Uthoff attended University of Iowa until 2016 and it will be his sixth season in pro basketball.
The scouts decsribe him following way: A natural scorer who can hit the basket very easily even from behind the 3pts arch. Also, has very good offensive moves inside and beats well his opponent in 1-vs-1 situations. Defensively, he's very effective despite being lanky and has a good timing to block the opponents' shots. Understands the game very well, but he's not a big passer, neither a great athlete.

Masaya Komaki joins Yokohama B-Corsairs - by Eurobasket News

Yokohama B-Corsairs (B1 League) agreed terms with 28-year old guard Masaya Komaki (186cm) for new 2021-22 season. Komaki has played for the last three seasons at Gunma Crane Thunders in the B2 League. In 58 games he had just 2.8ppg last season. He helped them to win the B League D2 title.
He has played previously for Earthfriends Tokyo Z.

Yokohama B-Corsairs roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Shusuke Ikuhara
Masaya Komaki

Forwards:
Patrik Auda
Leyton Hammonds

Center:
Edward Morris

Aishin Sea Horses land Ryogo Sumino - by Eurobasket News

SeaHorses Mikawa (B1 League) tabbed 25-year old international 193cm swingman Ryogo Sumino, college: SNHU for new season. Sumino played most recently at Osaka Evessa. In 33 B1 League games he averaged 6.5ppg, 1.0rpg and 1.0apg last season. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in B League West Division.
He was also a member of Japanese international program for some years. Sumino played for Japanese Senior National Team in 2017 and previously for University National Team in 2017.
He represented Japan at the World University Games in Taipei (Taiwan) four years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 2.4ppg, 1.6rpg.
He graduated from Southern New Hampshire University in 2020 and it is his second season in pro basketball.

San en NeoPhoenix inks Shota Tsuyama - by Eurobasket News

San-en NeoPhoenix (B1 League) agreed terms with 25-year old point guard Shota Tsuyama (178cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Tsuyama has played for the last two seasons at Toyota Alvark Tokyo. In 31 B1 League games he had 4.4ppg, 1.0rpg and 2.5apg last season. He helped them to make it to the Japanese B League Emperor's Cup Semifinals.

San-en NeoPhoenix roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Shota Tsuyama
Yoshiyuki Matsuwaki

Forwards:
Robert Carter
Yusei Sugiura

Center:
Elias Harris

Saga Ballooners add Kishida to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Saga Ballooners (B2 League) added to their roster 23-year old point guard Atsuki Kishida (175cm) for new 2021-22 season. Kishida has played for the last two seasons at Nishinomiya Storks. In 43 B2 League games he had 3.7ppg and 1.3apg last season. He helped them to win the regular season.
He has played previously for Kyoto Hannaryz.

Orange Vikings add Joho to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Ehime Orange Vikings (B2 League) added to their roster experienced 39-year old guard Masashi Joho (183cm-83kg) for new 2021-22 season. Joho played last season at Toyama Grouses (B1 League). In 47 games he recorded just 2.1ppg. B2 League will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Rizing where in 47 B2 League games he averaged 10.8ppg, 2.5rpg, 2.3apg and 1.2spg.
He has spent his entire career in Japan playing for four other teams: Niigata Albirex, Tokyo Apache, Osaka Evessa and Shiga L-Stars.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won Japanese BJ League Eastern Division championship title in 2009 and 2016. He was voted to Japanese B League All-Star Game in 2019.
Joho is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Orange Vikings.

Toyota Alvark sign Jordan Theodore - by Eurobasket News

Toyota Alvark Tokyo (B1 League) tabbed 31-year old American (has also North Macedonian passport) 182cm point guard Jordan Theodore, college: Seton Hall, agency: Network Sports International for new season. Theodore is the second foreign player in the roster as Spanish Sebastian Saiz signed here earlier.
He has played for the last two years at Unics in Russian VTB league. In 16 Eurocup games he averaged 6.4ppg, 2.4rpg and 4.1apg last season. He also played 15 games in VTB United League where he had 8.2ppg, 2.9rpg and 5.2apg. Theodore helped them to make it to the VTB United League final. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week.
He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in seven different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. Theodore has played previously professionally in France (JL Bourg), Germany (Skyliners), Greece (AEK Athens), Italy (AX Armani Exchange Milano), Puerto Rico (Mets), Turkey (Besiktas, Bandirma and Mersin Buyuksehir Belediyesi) and Dominican Republic (Huracanes del Atlantico).
Among many awards his team won InterContinental Cup in 2019. He was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Greek A1 Honorable Mention in 2019.
He attended Seton Hall University until 2012 and it will be his tenth season in pro basketball.
Let's have closer look into His outlook: a quick athletic high energy scoring PG who is a great penetrator and finisher at the basket. Shoots a high percentage from FG and FT and quickly developing into a good 3 point shooter. Tremendous pressure defender who is a disruptive on and off the ball defensive force. (via @DDPronos)

Levanga Hokkaido Sapporo adds Nnanna to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Levanga Hokkaido Sapporo (B1 League) added to their roster 24-year old forward Danieldan Nnanna (197cm) for season 2021-22. Nnanna played last season at Pass lab Yamagata Wyverns in Japanese B2 League. But in 19 games he recorded just 1.8ppg and 1.7rpg. He also played for Ryukyu that season where in 7 B1 League games he averaged only 1.7ppg.

Levanga Hokkaido Sapporo roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Ryoma Hashimoto
Shuto Terazono
Daichi Kuzuhara

Forwards:
Shawn Long
Shogo Tamaki
Danieldan Nnanna

Center:
Daniel Miller

Akita Northern Happinets welcome back Taguchi - by Eurobasket News

Akita Northern Happinets (B1 League) inked 31-year old former international 184cm guard Shigehiro Taguchi for upcoming season. It is actually his comeback to Akita Northern Happinets as he has played here before. Taguchi has played for the last three years at Chiba Jets in the B1 League. In 56 games he averaged just 2.3ppg last season. He helped them to win the league title despite they ended the regular season at the second place. He was a member of Japanese Senior National Team back in 2016.
Taguchi is a very experienced player.

Takaya Sasayama is a newcomer at FE Nagoya - by Eurobasket News

Toyotsu Fighting Eagles Nagoya (B2 League) strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old guard Takaya Sasayama (178cm) for season 2021-22. Sasayama has played for the last five years at Nagoya Diamond Dolphins in the B1 League. In 38 games he recorded 5.8ppg, 1.4rpg and 2.9apg last season. B2 League will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time.
He represented Japan at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) six years ago. His stats at that event were 8 games: 4.4ppg, 1.1rpg.
He is a very experienced player.

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Joe Fox Named New Raiders Men's Basketball Head Coach - by Eurobasket News

Joe Fox has been appointed head coach of the Grand Rapids Community College men's basketball team for the 2021-2022 season after serving as an assistant coach at GRCC, Calvin University, and Lansing Community College. Fox has been GRCC assistant coach since 2019, and also held the role from 2012 to 2014. He then served as assistant coach at Lansing Community College under hall of fame coach Mike Ingram, and was assistant coach for Calvin's women's basketball team between 2017 and 2019. 'I am excited and grateful to be named the head coach of the program that gave me my start in the field. I would like to thank coach Jeff Bauer for bringing me back to GRCC two years ago and providing me the opportunity to coach at GRCC,' he said. 'We have a great group of returning Raiders and a talented batch of newcomers for the 2021-22 team. I can't wait to get to work with them.' Coaching runs in Fox's family. His father, Gary Fox, and grandfather, George Fox, both coached high school basketball in Michigan for 25 years. George Fox won a state championship with Ervin 'Magic' Johnson at Lansing's Everett High in 1977. Fox works as a career coach at Aquinas College and has been the event manager for the Gus Macker basketball tournament since 2008. Fox earned a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University in 2012 and a master's degree from Grand Valley State University in 2019. 'Joe has a great amount of experience coaching and has a passion for basketball,' Selmon said. 'He's familiar with our student-athletes and our proud Raider tradition, and I know he'll do a great job in this role.' Bauer stepped down after two seasons to spend more time with his young family. The Raiders were 21-24 during his tenure, making the NJCAA Region XII tournament each year.
Courtesy of: grccraiders.com

Kenan Sarvan commits to Mineral Area - by Eurobasket News

(via @VerbalCommits)

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Shabab Al-Ahly defeats Kuwait and its former coach and leads the Gulf Basketball - by Eurobasket News

Al-Ahly youth sent a strong message to its former coach, German Peter Schumers, with the victory of the 'Dubai Knights' against its Kuwaiti guest, Kuwait, led by Schumers, by four points, and with a result of '87-83', in the match that brought the two teams together, yesterday, in the fourth round of the preliminary round. In the Gulf Clubs Champions Basketball Championship. With the results of the round, Al-Ahly youth entered the top of the general standings with Al-Ahly of Bahrain, which concluded its matches in the preliminary with a victory over the Saudi victory '94-84', while the first loss for Kuwait resulted in its relegation to third place, with five points, with one match remaining, The Saudi victory is ranked fourth with four points, and the Qatari North is fifth with three points. Al-Ahly youth succeeded in achieving its victory by obtaining the preference for its players in the results of the first and second quarters, and then the fourth quarter with a score of '23-22, 19-17 and 24-17', while Kuwait was satisfied with the preference for the result of the third quarter by '27-21'.
Courtesy of: middleeast.in-24.com

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Parnu adds Misters to their roster - by Eurobasket News

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LBL Round 27: Al Riyadi beat Beirut Club in a derby game - by Eurobasket News

Here is the last round review presented by ESL.

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beirut: Al Riyadi (#1) and Beirut Club (#5). Al Riyadi (17-1) won against visiting Beirut Club (11-7) 95-82. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Beirut Club. They outrebounded Beirut Club 38-27 including 24 on the defensive glass. Al Riyadi looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Amir Saoud (186-91) who scored 30 points and 6 assists. The former international swingman Jean Abdel Nour (198-83) chipped in 14 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Karam Mechref (187-92, agency: BIG) who recorded 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Al Riyadi have an impressive series of sixteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Beirut Club at the other side keeps the fifth position with seven games lost.
Very important is a home loss of second ranked Sagesse (12-6) against fourth ranked Champville (12-5) on Tuesday night. Host Sagesse was crushed by Champville in Beirut 84-54. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Sagesse. It was a key game for the second position in the league. It was a good game for international Aziz Abdel Massih (192-96) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Jad Bitar contributed with 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Champville's coach Fuad Abou Chakra felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. point guard Marc Khoueiry (185-1) answered with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Sagesse. Champville moved-up to second place, which they share with Atlas. Sagesse at the other side dropped to the fourth position with six games lost.
Bottom-ranked Anibal (0-18) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 89-68 loss to ninth ranked Homentmen (3-15) in Beirut on Monday evening. It was a great evening for Karim Jadayel who led his team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Christopher Maalouf with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Homentmen maintains ninth place with 3-15 record. Anibal lost their eighteenth game in a row. They still close the standings.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Zahle. Local Atlas (12-5) outscored 7th ranked Byblos (7-11) 83-51. It was a quality performance for Marc Abi-Kheres who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 20 rebounds. The victory was the third consecutive win for Atlas. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Champville. Byblos lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. Atlas' next round opponent will be again Byblos (#7) at home which should be theoretically another easy game.

In the last game of round 27 Moutahed were crushed by Hoops in Beirut 91-70.

Al Riyadi - Beirut Club 95-82

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Beirut: Al Riyadi (#1) and Beirut Club (#5). Al Riyadi (17-1) won against visiting Beirut Club (11-7) 95-82. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Beirut Club. They outrebounded Beirut Club 38-27 including 24 on the defensive glass. Al Riyadi looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Amir Saoud (186-91) who scored 30 points and 6 assists. The former international swingman Jean Abdel Nour (198-83) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Karam Mechref (187-92, agency: BIG) who recorded 14 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international forward Patrick Bou Abboud (199-87) added 20 points respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Al Riyadi have an impressive series of sixteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Beirut Club at the other side keeps the fifth position with seven games lost.
Top scorers:
Al Riyadi: A.Saoud 30+3reb+6ast, H.Gyokchyan 16+4reb+3ast, J.Abdel Nour 14+10reb+3ast, A.Mansour 13+4reb+7ast, M.Khoury 12+9reb+1ast, K.Zeinoun 10+8reb+4ast
Beirut Club: P.Bou Abboud 20+2reb+1ast, E.Chamoun 18+1reb+4ast, K.Mechref 14+6reb+4ast, N.Rabay 11+4reb, G.El Beyrouty 10+7reb+4ast, A.Joel 6+3ast

Homentmen - Anibal 89-68

Bottom-ranked Anibal (0-18) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 89-68 loss to ninth ranked Homentmen (3-15) in Beirut on Monday evening. Homentmen outrebounded Anibal 56-39 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Anibal's players. It was a great evening for forward Karim Jadayel (191-92) who led his team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists. Karl Zaloum helped adding 11 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists. Five Homentmen players scored in double figures. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was Christopher Maalouf with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Georges Hanna scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. Homentmen maintains ninth place with 3-15 record. Anibal lost their eighteenth game in a row. They still close the standings.
Top scorers:
Homentmen: B.Omar El 20+7reb+2ast, K.Jadayel 16+17reb+10ast, A.Serouj 15+3reb+1ast, H.Refaat 15+3reb, Z.Karl 11+13reb+11ast, A.Carlo 4+1reb+2ast
Anibal: M.Christopher 25+8reb+6ast, H.Georges 17+7reb+2ast, M.Elie 12+2ast, W.Nicolas 7+1reb+1ast, T.Ghassan 5+15reb+2ast, K.Peter 2+1reb

Hoops - Moutahed 91-70

There was no surprise in Beirut where 8th ranked Moutahed (5-13) was crushed by sixth ranked Hoops (10-8) 91-70. Hoops forced 23 Moutahed turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was an exceptional evening for naturalized French guard Gabriel Salibi (203, college: Northeastern St., agency: BIG) who led the winners and scored 25 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 8 steals. Jason Soufan accounted for 8 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side. Four Hoops players scored in double figures. Ibrahim Haddad (-98) came up with 25 points and 8 rebounds and guard Malek Hijazi (190-94, college: West LA) added 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Moutahed in the defeat. Moutahed's coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Hoops maintains sixth place with 10-8 record. Moutahed lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. Hoops' next round opponent will be again Moutahed (#8) in Tripoli.
Top scorers:
Hoops: G.Salibi 25+5reb+6ast, G.Choueiry 16+1reb+2ast, M.Fadi 14+2reb, D.Baghdadian 10+7reb, D.T 9+2reb+1ast, S.Jason 8+7reb+5ast
Moutahed: I.Haddad 25+8reb+3ast, M.Hijazi 21+5reb+4ast, S.Rayan 7+1reb, G.Elio 5+6reb+1ast, B.Omar 4+7reb+1ast, Z.Hassan 3+3reb+1ast

Atlas - Byblos 83-51

The game with biggest result difference took place in Zahle. Local Atlas (12-5) outscored 7th ranked Byblos (7-11) 83-51. They outrebounded Byblos 54-27 including a 38-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Atlas players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Byblos' players. It was a quality performance for forward Marc Abi-Kheres (197-94) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 20 rebounds. Point guard Joseph Zaloum (180-90) accounted for 16 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists for the winning side. Four Atlas players scored in double figures. Mohamad Skaf came up with 9 points and 6 rebounds and J Ayoubi added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Byblos in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Atlas. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Champville. Byblos lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 11 games lost. Atlas' next round opponent will be again Byblos (#7) at home which should be theoretically another easy game.
Top scorers:
Atlas: M.Abi-Kheres 19+20reb+2ast, E.Helou Hicham 18+10reb+3ast, J.Zaloum 16+6reb+11ast, J.Jarrouge 14+6reb+1ast, R.Dib 6+3reb+2ast, D.Mohammad 4+2reb
Byblos: A.J 10+5reb, S.Mohamad 9+6reb, M.Abdo 7+3reb, K.Assi 7+2reb+5ast, Z.Elio 4+2reb, T.Saker 4+5reb+1ast

Sagesse - Champville 54-84

Very important is a home loss of second ranked Sagesse (12-6) against fourth ranked Champville (12-5) on Tuesday night. Host Sagesse was crushed by Champville in Beirut 84-54. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Sagesse. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Champville dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Sagesse's 34. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Sagesse's players. It was a good game for international Aziz Abdel Massih (192-96) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. The former international power forward Jad Bitar (204-88, agency: BIG) contributed with 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Five Champville players scored in double figures. Champville's coach Fuad Abou Chakra felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Point guard Marc Khoueiry (185-1) answered with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Mike Haddad added 17 points in the effort for Sagesse. Champville moved-up to second place, which they share with Atlas. Sagesse at the other side dropped to the fourth position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Champville: J.Bitar 18+5reb+2ast, S.El Darwich 14+4reb, A.Abdel Massih 14+10reb+3ast, E.Rustom 12+5reb+2ast, M.Haidar 11+9reb+2ast, K.Ezzeddine 5+3reb+1ast
Sagesse: H.Mike 17+2reb, M.Khoueiry 10+7reb+5ast, H.Omar El 7+6reb+2ast, K.Christophe 6+7reb+2ast, J.Nemer 5+2reb+1ast, S.Elios 4

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Zalgiris sign coach Stefan Grassegger, ex Timberwolves - by Stefan Heinrich

Valanciunas paces Lithuania past Russia - by Eurobasket News

Lithuania - Russia 78:61

Jonas Valanciunas (213-C-92) paced Lithuania past Russia in preparation ahead of the Olympic Qualifying Tournament. He collected 16 points and 10 rebounds, along with 2 steals and 2 assists to bring Lithuanian a 78-61 win.
The Baltic side opened the game with a 20-16 run and led 2 points at the halftime. The third period was decisive in the game as Lithuanian nailed a 21-11 surge to seal the victory.
Marius Grigonis (198-G-94) scored 14 points, whilst Domantas Sabonis (209-PF-96, college: Gonzaga) had 12 points and 8 rebounds. Anton Astapkovich (202-F-94) replied with 13 points for the Russian selection, while Anton Kardanakhishvili (195-G-02) and Mikhail Kulagin (191-G-94) both posted 8 points.

La Charite signs Tomas Rimsa - by Dimitri Chelidze

He played last season at BC Raiffeisen Flyers Wels in the Austrian BSL league. In 33 games he had 4.9ppg and 2.2rpg. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.

He was a member of the Lithuanian international program for some years. He was called to Lithuanian Senior National Team in 2018 and previously for U16 National Team back in 2012.

Rimsa has played also professionally for other Lithuanian teams like Jonava, Mazeikiai, Aukstaitija, Bangene, and Citus.

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Asia-Basket.com All-William Jones Cup Honorable Mention back in 2018.

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Eurobasket.com All-Luxembourg League Awards 2021 - by Eurobasket Center

Finals MVP: USA

Steve Harris (201-F-95) of T71
Player of the Year: USA

Steve Harris (201-F-95) of T71
Guard of the Year: USA

Miles Cartwright (190-G-92) of Esch
Forward of the Year: USA

Steve Harris (201-F-95) of T71
Center of the Year: USA

Clancy Rugg (204-F/C-91) of Esch
Import Player of the Year: USA

Steve Harris (201-F-95) of T71
Domestic Player of the Year: USA

Clancy Rugg (204-F/C-91) of Esch
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

LaQuincy Rideau (185-G-96) of Residence
Coach of the Year: Ken Diederich of T71

Eurobasket.com All-Luxembourg League 1st Team 2021

Gutenkauf

Cartwright

Pwono

Harris

Rugg

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Philippe Gutenkauf (183-PG-95) of Etzella
USA

Miles Cartwright (190-G-92) of Esch
USA

Henry Pwono (198-F-91) of Etzella
USA

Steve Harris (201-F-95) of T71
USA

Clancy Rugg (204-F/C-91) of Esch

Eurobasket.com All-Luxembourg League 2nd Team 2021

Rideau

Shahid

Ivey

Eberhard

Muller

2nd Team
USA

LaQuincy Rideau (185-G-96) of Residence
USA

Vinnie Shahid (180-PG-98) of Contern
USA

Jimond Ivey (196-G-96) of T71
USA

Adam Eberhard (203-F-97) of Residence
Luxembourg

Frank Muller (196-F/C-88) of T71

Honorable Mention
Luxembourg

Tom Schumacher (190-PG-87) of T71
USA

Jerome Frink (201-F-93) of Contern
USA

Duane Johnson (201-F-91) of Larochette
USA

Tyrell Sturdivant (201-F/C-95) of Larochette
USA

Denell Stephens (190-F/C-86) of Heffingen
USA

Keith Stone (203-F-97) of Musel Pikes
USA

Tommy Rutherford (203-F/C-97) of Racing
USA

Jordan Giles (198-F-98) of Racing
USA

Dennis Tunstall (206-F-97) of Amicale

Mike Feipel (200-F-00) of Sparta

Gilles Kerschen (194-F-94) of Telstar

Eurobasket.com All-Luxembourg League All-Domestic Players Team 2021

Gutenkauf

Schumacher

Feipel

Muller

Rugg

All-Domestic Players Team

Philippe Gutenkauf (183-PG-95) of Etzella

Tom Schumacher (190-PG-87) of T71

Mike Feipel (200-F-00) of Sparta

Frank Muller (196-F/C-88) of T71
USA

Clancy Rugg (204-F/C-91) of Esch

Eurobasket.com All-Luxembourg League All-Imports Team 2021

Rideau

Cartwright

Pwono

Harris

Rugg

All-Imports Team
USA

LaQuincy Rideau (185-G-96) of Residence
USA

Miles Cartwright (190-G-92) of Esch
USA

Henry Pwono (198-F-91) of Etzella
USA

Steve Harris (201-F-95) of T71
USA

Clancy Rugg (204-F/C-91) of Esch

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MBL

48hours before tip off! - by Aramus Brown

he last four teams are set to battle this weekend in Dallas, TX. DFW Just Hoops and 4100 Elite will tip off at 6:15pm. The Cincinnati Crush and Michigan Avengers will tip off at 8:10pm on June 25, 2021. Fans have 48 hours to get their weekend passes for only $15. This will include all three games!. Starting Thursday fans will have to pay $15 per day, or $20 for a weekend pass. Get your tickets at www.officialmbl.org

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MEXICO

Martinez re-signs at Flamengo - by Eurobasket News

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MONTENEGRO

Edin Atic (ex Igokea) agreed terms with Buducnost - by Harun Alispahic

Amedeo Della Valle (ex Buducnost) agreed terms with Brescia - by Arnold Beres

Coach Dzikic comes back to Buducnost - by Eurobasket News

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Becky Hammon a finalist for Trail Blazers' head-coaching job: Sources - by Eurobasket News

San Antonio Spurs assistant Becky Hammon is a finalist for the Portland Trail Blazers' head-coaching job, marking the first time a woman has gone into the final stages of an NBA coaching search, sources tell The Athletic's Shams Charania and Sam Amick. The Trail Blazers have interviewed several candidates for the job, including Clippers assistant Chauncey Billups , South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley , Nets assistant Mike D'Antoni and Spurs vice president of basketball operations Brent Barry, sources said. Multiple members of that list are expected to be part of the final stage of interviews for the Trail Blazers. The 44-year-old Hammon, in her seventh year on Gregg Popovich 's staff in San Antonio, took over for Popovich on Dec. 30 after he got tossed from a game late in the second quarter against the Lakers. She was the first woman to serve as head coach of an NBA team. According to sources, Hammon also interviewed last week for the open coaching position with the Magic, who parted ways with coach Steve Clifford on June 5. Hammon has interviewed for multiple head-coaching vacancies in recent years, including with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2018. The Blazers parted ways with Terry Stotts earlier this month after nine seasons leading the team. He led the Blazers to a 402-318 regular-season record and made the playoffs the last eight seasons, compiling a 23-44 postseason record.
Courtesy of: theathletic.com

Reports: James Harden, Bam Adebayo to play for Team USA in Tokyo Olympics - by Eurobasket News

James Harden (6'5'-SG-89, college: Arizona St.) returned far more quickly than expected from a hamstring injury, played 46, 40 and 53 minutes in the final three games of the high-intensity Bucks-Nets series then said he feels 'like s***.' But Harden is a gamer. Which is why he - like Brooklyn teammate Kevin Durant (6'9'-SF-88, college: Texas), who shouldered such a heavy load against Milwaukee - will play for Team USA in the Tokyo Olympics this summer. As will Heat big Bam Adebayo (6'10'-C-97, college: Kentucky), though neither Warriors guard Stephen Curry nor Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell. We now know most of Team USA's 12-man roster:
Damian Lillard (6'3'-PG-90, college: Weber St.)
James Harden
Bradley Beal (6'5'-SG-93, college: Florida)
Jayson Tatum (6'8'-SF-98, college: Duke)
Kevin Durant
Draymond Green (6'6'-F-90, college: Michigan St.)
Bam Adebayo

Devin Booker also reportedly committed to play in Tokyo, but Booker leading the Suns so deep into the playoffs could jeopardize that plan. Harden makes the U.S. even more loaded on the perimeter. A versatile defender, Adebayo provides much-needed size. Both pass well, a key skill on this star-studded team.
Courtesy of: nbcsports.com

Khris Middleton, Jrue Holiday, Kevin Love commit to Team USA; one spot left on roster - by Eurobasket News

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (6'8'-SF-91, college: Texas A&M) and Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (6'10'-PF-88, college: UCLA) have committed to joining Team USA's 12-man roster for the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Excel Basketball agent Mike Lindeman told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, with a source saying Bucks guard Jrue Holiday has given his commitment as well. Middleton and Holiday will be making their first Olympic appearances, while Love will be in his second Olympics after winning gold at the 2012 London Games. Their commitments would leave one spot remaining on the 12-man Olympic roster, as 11 players -- the others being Miami's Bam Adebayo (6'10'-C-97, college: Kentucky), Brooklyn's James Harden (6'5'-SG-89, college: Arizona St.) and Kevin Durant (6'9'-SF-88, college: Texas), Golden State's Draymond Green (6'6'-F-90, college: Michigan St.), Washington's Bradley Beal (6'5'-SG-93, college: Florida), Boston's Jayson Tatum (6'8'-SF-98, college: Duke), Phoenix's Devin Booker (6'6'-SG-96, college: Kentucky) and Portland's Damian Lillard (6'3'-PG-90, college: Weber St.) -- have pledged to play, according to ESPN and multiple reports. The LA Clippers' Paul George and, if healthy, Kawhi Leonard have given some indication to USA Basketball in recent weeks that they would like to play on the Olympic team, though it remains unknown whether they have made a final decision. Phoenix's Chris Paul, Golden State's Stephen Curry and Utah's Donovan Mitchell are among those who have recently declined invitations. Paul had been trending toward this decision for several days, sources told Wojnarowski. Curry cited offseason commitments, according to The Associated Press, while Mitchell will use the time to recover and rehab from his right ankle injury, sources told Wojnarowski.
Courtesy of: espn.com

Ayton soars for last second alley-oop, Suns beat Clippers 104-103 - by Eurobasket News

Devin Booker (6'6'-SG-96, college: Kentucky) sat in a chair with a crooked and swollen nose, complete with tape over three fresh stitches. He also had a big smile on his face, remembering Jae Crowder (6'6'-F-90, college: Marquette, agency: Shark Sports Management)'s pass, DeAndre Ayton (7'1'-C-98, college: Arizona)'s tip-in dunk and a play that will live in Phoenix Suns lore for a long, long time. Ayton jammed an alley-oop pass from Crowder with 0.7 seconds left, lifting the Suns to a 104-103 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals. It was a game that looked as if it was all but over, but Booker's Suns were not going to be denied. 'I believed it could happen,' Booker said. '100 per cent.' The Suns were down one with 0.9 seconds left when Crowder lofted a high pass on an out-of-bounds play on the baseline. A soaring Ayton came down the lane and stuffed it through the net over L.A.'s Ivica Zubac as the crowd roared in disbelief. Booker - playing with a stitched up nose following a collision with Clippers guard Patrick Beverley - had a key screen on Zubac on the final play, which helped free Ayton. 'The celebration and reaction were a little shaky,' Ayton said. 'Because I wasn't sure what I did. I wasn't sure if it counted.' The referees spent about a minute reviewing the play before ruling the basket was good and Booker spent some time jawing with Clippers players Rajon Rondo (6'1'-PG-86, college: Kentucky) and DeMarcus Cousins (6'11'-C/F-90, college: Kentucky) in the aftermath. The Clippers couldn't get a shot off in the final 0.7 seconds. 'Those are my Kentucky guys,' Booker said with a grin. 'I told them 'Go Big Blue.' ' The Suns now have a 2-0 lead in the series heading to Los Angeles for Game 3 on Thursday night. The Clippers will be fighting from a 2-0 deficit for the third time in these playoffs after rallying to beat the Mavericks and Jazz. The Crowder-to-Ayton connection negated a Clippers rally that was led by Paul George (6'9'-G/F-90, college: Fresno St.), who had 26 points. George made a layup with 31 seconds left to give the Clippers a 101-100 lead for their first advantage since early in the third quarter. He added a 22-footer on their next offensive possession for a 103-102 lead. But there was a lot more action left. George - an 85 per cent career free throw shooter - missed two free throws with 8.2 seconds remaining and the Suns had a chance to win, but it looked as if it wouldn't happen when Mikal Bridges missed a corner 3-pointer and the ball was deflected out of bounds. Instead, it set up Crowder's heave to Ayton, who was dominant in the paint all game long. Even with his big late shot-making, George's missed free throws loomed large. 'Obviously, it was an opportunity that was missed,' George said. 'Pat made an unbelievable play that put me in the position to extend the lead. I am always confident at the free throw line. I have always been very successful in clutch moments at the free throw line. Tonight, I was just unsuccessful.' The Suns have won a franchise-record nine straight in the playoffs. The Suns were led by Cameron Payne (6'2'-G-94, college: Murray St.), who was brilliant while subbing for All-Star Chris Paul. He finished with a career-high 29 points. Ayton had 24 points and 14 rebounds, while Booker added 20 points. 'We just had no answer for Cameron Payne,' Lue said. 'He got downhill all night. His speed and his quickness really hurt us all night.' Payne repeatedly carved through the Clippers defence, making tough buckets at the rim with pretty left-handed finishes. He made what looked like a crucial layup with about 90 seconds left, finishing high off the glass to give the Suns a 100-95 lead. But the gritty Clippers responded and nearly pulled this one out. 'It is a hard game to swallow because look at this game, we've got this game won,' Beverley said. 'But we have been in the trenches before. We respond well in the trenches and we will respond well. We always do.' It was a tough night for the stars from Game 1 until the final minutes. Booker shot just 5 of 16 from the field and missed part of the third quarter with a bloody nose. George was 10 of 23 from the field and missed his first seven 3-point attempts before his late buckets. Ayton continued his eye-opening performance in these playoffs. The No. 1 overall pick in 2018 out of Arizona often has been overshadowed by later picks in the same draft like Atlanta's Trae Young and Dallas' Luka Doncic. But he has carved out quite a niche in Phoenix and now has a signature play that will live on in franchise history. The Suns were playing without Paul for the second straight game. The 11-time All-Star has been in the league's COVID-19 health and safety protocol for the past week and the team isn't sure when he'll return. Clippers star Kawhi Leonard (6'7'-F-91, college: SDSU) missed his fourth straight game with a right knee sprain, and he stayed in Los Angeles to get treatment on the injury. The action was physical from the opening minutes. Referee Scott Foster gave technicals to Crowder and Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr. after some jawing following a scrum for a loose ball.
Courtesy of: theglobeandmail.com

Detroit Pistons win top pick in 2021 NBA draft lottery; Houston Rockets get No. 2 - by Eurobasket News

The year 2021 has been big for Ben Wallace. First, he was named to the Hall of Fame. Then, Tuesday night, he was the good-luck charm for his former franchise, the Detroit Pistons, in the NBA's annual draft lottery. Detroit claimed the top spot in a loaded 2021 NBA draft, followed by the Houston Rockets, Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors. The rest of the top 10 includes Orlando; Oklahoma City; Golden State, which gets Minnesota's selection; Orlando, which gets Chicago's selection; Sacramento; and New Orleans. Charlotte, San Antonio, Indiana, and Golden State -- with its own selection -- round out the lottery picks. The Magic and Warriors each landed two picks in the lottery. Detroit, after taking three players in the first round of last year's draft -- Killian Hayes (6'5'-G-01) (seventh), Isaiah Stewart II (6'9'-C-01, college: Washington) (16th) and Saddiq Bey (6'8'-F-98, college: Villanova) (19th) -- will now get a chance to add a high-end talent to its mix. It will be the Pistons' first top-five selection since they took Darko Milicic second overall in 2003, and their third in the past 40 years. They also took Grant Hill third overall in 1994 Detroit has the top overall pick for the first time since drafting Hall of Fame center Bob Lanier out of St. Bonaventure in 1970. "Obviously we get to add another wing player to the restoration process," said Pistons general manager Troy Weaver, who was hired to run Detroit's basketball operations last year. "We're excited to be in this position. But it means that we've got a lot of work to do, and we're going to be diligent about it. But it always helps to be able to add the No. 1 pick." Oklahoma State guard Cade Cunningham (6'8'-G-01) is projected by many to the be No. 1 overall pick. Sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski on Tuesday night that the plan for Cunningham will be to visit only one team before the draft: the Pistons.
The Rockets, after making the playoffs the past eight seasons, saw things go in an entirely different direction this season after trading James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets for a bevy of draft picks in January. But after finishing with the NBA's worst record, Houston got a bit of luck Tuesday, allowing it a chance to immediately begin to restock its coffers around center Christian Wood with an elite young talent.
Cleveland, after picking fifth the past two seasons, got a dose of lottery luck this time around. The Cavaliers hope to break back into the playoff mix in the Eastern Conference next season around whomever they pick to join young guards Collin Sexton (6'3'-PG-99, college: Alabama) and Darius Garland (6'2'-G-00, college: Vanderbilt), forward Isaac Okoro (6'6'-SG-01, college: Auburn) and center Jarrett Allen (6'11'-C-98, college: Texas). Cavs general manager Koby Altman said he feels this draft has more quality at the top than in previous years, saying, "Even beyond the top five, there could be potential All-Stars." It was a miserable season for the Raptors, who saw what easily was the most successful stretch in franchise history -- seven straight playoff appearances, including the 2019 NBA title -- come to a screeching halt. Playing in Tampa, Florida, because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Raptors endured a stretch of close losses to begin the season, then a massive bout of COVID cases among players and coaches just as the team got itself back to .500 midway through, sinking its chances at a return to the postseason. Tuesday night, however, the Raptors got some reward for that ugly season as they leaped into the top four for a chance to add a premium young player to a team that is ready to win right now around its core of guard Fred VanVleet and forwards Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby.
The Magic shifted into rebuilding mode this year, trading Nikola Vucevic to Chicago, Evan Fournier to Boston and Aaron Gordon to Denver. Now, they will get two cracks at adding young talent to their core thanks to their own pick, the fifth overall selection, and that of the Bulls, which they got as a result of the Vucevic trade when it didn't jump into the top four selections. No team had more to gain in this draft than Oklahoma City. The Thunder were the only team that had a chance to land two top-five selections if they received Houston's pick, which would have happened if the Rockets didn't move up in the draft. Ultimately, Houston got lucky, leaving the Thunder with their own pick -- sixth overall -- in addition to Boston's 16th overall selection, which they picked up in last week's trade that sent Al Horford back to the Celtics for Kemba Walker, and Miami's 18th overall selection, as they continue to rebuild around emerging star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
The Timberwolves knew they would be giving up their pick either this year -- if they stayed outside the top three picks -- or an unprotected pick next season if they did not. They wound up paying that debt this season, meaning Golden State will have two lottery picks this year -- the seventh overall selection from Minnesota, plus its own pick at 14th overall. Along with center James Wiseman, last year's second overall selection, the Warriors will hope they can either get a couple of players to help build a long-term bridge to a future beyond Golden State's Big Three of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, or potentially give them the ammunition to make immediate upgrades after missing the playoffs the past two seasons.
Warriors general manager Bob Myers said he believes Curry, Thompson and Green would be comfortable with the possibility of adding two rookies to the roster, citing former Warriors forward Harrison Barnes' contributions as a rookie after being the team's seventh pick in 2012. "I hope they trust that we have a sense of what we are doing. ... We'll look at it. They will be involved. They will, I'm sure, weigh in on their thoughts and we'll welcome those, we always do, and if there's something that makes sense for them and for us, we'll do it," Myers said. "But again, it depends. You don't really know what those picks are worth, at least trade-wise, until it gets probably at least a week out, maybe two from the draft, and if we can do so, we will, and hopefully those guys will help us whoever we end up with." Every year, the teams that jump into the top four feel lucky on lottery night. This year, however, that feeling will only be intensified by the top-end talent available in this draft. With just over a month before the July 29 draft, the consensus top four players available, in some order, are Cunningham, Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs, USC big man Evan Mobley and guard Jalen Green, who was an inaugural member of the NBA's G League Ignite program. The combination of that talent, as well as the fact that three picks within the top eight were up for grabs due to prior trades, made this year's lottery one of the most anticipated in years. "We'll look at everything," Weaver said when asked how many options Detroit will look at for the top pick. "We'll uncover every stone and exhaust it and put ourselves in the best position to make the right choice for the Pistons.".
Twenty percent of the league found itself on pins and needles entering Tuesday night's festivities as a result of those prior deals. The Rockets, because of the Russell Westbrook trade with Oklahoma City two years ago, would either keep their pick if it fell within the top four or send the fifth pick in the draft to the Thunder. The Bulls, meanwhile, either would keep their pick if it fell in the top four or give up a mid-lottery pick to the Orlando Magic after trading for center Vucevic at this year's trade deadline. And the Timberwolves would either keep their pick if it landed in the top three -- or an unprotected pick next year -- because of the Russell trade. Ultimately, it was Houston, Orlando and Golden State that managed to have things break their way Tuesday night. As a result, six teams -- Oklahoma City (3), Houston (3), Golden State (2), Orlando (2) and New York (2) -- have control over 12 of the 30 first-round picks in this year's draft.
Courtesy of: espn.com

Celtics Finalizing Deal To Hire Ime Udoka As Head Coach - by Eurobasket News

New Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens has made a decision on his replacement, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, who reports that Boston is finalizing a deal to hire Nets assistant Ime Udoka as the team's new head coach. Udoka, who appeared in over 300 NBA games as a player for the Lakers, Knicks, Blazers, Spurs, and Kings, transitioned into coaching following his retirement in 2012. He spent seven years as an assistant on Gregg Popovich 's staff in San Antonio before joining the Sixers for the 2019/20 season. He was hired by the Nets last fall and focused on Brooklyn's defense as one of the top assistants on Steve Nash's staff. Udoka has interviewed for several open head coaching positions in recent years, having been linked to the Bulls, Pacers, Knicks, and 76ers a year ago and to the Cavaliers in 2019. He was due for a shot at a top job and quickly separated himself from the Celtics' other candidates during the team's coaching search, tweets Wojnarowski. According to Woj, a number of Celtics players who participated in the 2019 World Cup for Team USA were impressed by Udoka, who was an assistant on the U.S. staff. Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Marcus Smart all played on that team. The Celtics' head coaching job opened up three weeks ago when Danny Ainge stepped down from his position as the organization's president of basketball operations and Stevens was moved into that role. Stevens, who led the coaching search, has had a busy first month on the job - he also completed the first trade of the NBA offseason, sending Kemba Walker to Oklahoma City last week. Assuming the Udoka hire becomes official shortly, the Celtics will become the first team to fill a head coaching vacancy this offseason. Six other teams - the Mavericks, Pacers, Pelicans, Magic, Blazers, and Wizards - are conducting ongoing searches.
Courtesy of: hoopsrumors.com

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NBA G LEAGUE

Grand Rapids Drive Announce Return for 2021-22 NBA G League Season - by Eurobasket News

The Grand Rapids Drive announced today the first set of priority home games for the 2021-22 season. This will be the organization's seventh season in Grand Rapids and first as the NBA G League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets. A new team name and logo are scheduled to be revealed next month. The below games, held at The DeltaPlex Arena in Grand Rapids, will feature exciting game day activations, including giveaways and festivities.
First home game dates announced:
Saturday, December 4
Saturday, January 8
Friday, February 11
Thursday, March 10
Friday, March 18
Saturday, April 2
'Our team is excited to unveil our new identity and to return to the DeltaPlex later this year,' shared Steve Jbara, president of the Grand Rapids Drive. 'We are focused on delivering an elevated professional basketball experience this season, one that honors our fans, our partners, and our new affiliation with the Denver Nuggets.'
Courtesy of: grandrapids.gleague.nba.com

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NCAA1

Missouri State extends Ford's contract - by Eurobasket News

The Missouri State University Board of Governors formally approved the contract extension for head men's basketball coach Dana Ford . The extension will take Ford's deal through March 31st, 2025. Ford, who has been the head coach at MSU for the past three seasons, has compiled a 49-40 (.551) record during his tenure. During the COVID shortened 2020-21 campaign, Ford led the Bears to a 17-7 mark, and fell to Drake on a buzzer beater in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament semi-finals.
Courtesy of: missouristatebears.com

Seventh Woods transfers to Morgan State University - by Eurobasket News

Morgan State University added to their roster 22-year old guard Seventh Woods (6'2'-189lbs) for season 2021-22. Woods played for the last two years at University of South Carolina. In 18 games he recorded 5.4ppg, 1.7rpg, 1.9apg and 1.1spg last season.
He played also at University of North Carolina in 2016-19. His team won ACC Regular Season Co-Championship and he helped his team make it to the NCAA Sweet 16 in 2019. His team played in the ACC Tournament Finals in 2018. His team won ACC Regular Season and NCAA Championships in 2017. He helped his team make it to the ACC Tournament Semifinals and 2019.
Woods graduated Hammond School (Columbia, SC) in 2016. He played also at Bill Crothers Secondary School in 2011-12.

(via @VerbalCommits)

Las Cruces center Isaiah Carr commits to Grand Canyon - by Eurobasket News

Tre Cobbs will continue his college career at Georgia South - by Eurobasket

Georgia Southern University landed 6-0 point guard Tre Cobbs for upcoming season. Lima (OH) native moved there from Kentucky Wesleyan College (NCAA Division II) where he played only for one year. In 13 games he averaged impressive 16.8ppg, 3.1rpg and 2.8apg. Cobbs was voted to All-G-MAC 1st Team this year.
He played also at Northern Kentucky University in 2016-20. His team ended regular season as a second best place in Horizon League in 2020. Norse also won Horizon League Tournament in 2017 and 2020.
He graduated Lima Central Catholic High School (Lima, OH) in 2016.

Georgia Southern University roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Grant Weatherford
Tre Cobbs
Will Dillard
Elijah McCadden
Kamari Brown
Jemar Lincoln

Forwards:
Andrei Savrasov
Carlos Curry
Mackenzie McFatten
Cameron Bryant
Gedi Juozapaitis
Kaden Archie
Mannie Harris

Center:
Prince Toyambi

Coach: Brian Burg

Kevin Samuel transfers to Florida Gulf Coast University - by Eurobasket

Dior Johnson Announces Commitment To Oregon - by Eurobasket News

Wake Forest land Matthew Marsh - by Eurobasket News

Wake Forest University landed commitment from 19-year old British power forward Matthew Marsh (6'11', agency: BeoBasket) for new 2021-22 season.
He played last season at ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket in French Jeep ELITE ProA. He helped them to win the league title despite they ended the regular season at the second place. Good year as he was named League Player of the Week.
The previous (19-20) season he played at FC Barcelona in Spanish league where in four Adidas Next Generation Tournament games he had 6.8ppg and 2.5rpg.
Marsh represented United Kingdom at the European Championships U16 Division B in Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) three years ago. His stats at that event were 6 games: 12.5ppg, 9.3rpg, Blocks-3 (2.3bpg), FGP: 61.9%, FT: 67.6%.

Wake Forest University roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Miles Lester
Alondes Williams
Daivien Williamson
Carter Whitt
Jake Laravia
Robert McCray
Anthony Mathis_Jr.

Forwards:
Khadim Sy
Dallas Walton
Isaiah Mucius
Tariq Ingraham
Grant Van_Beveren
Damari Monsanto

Center:
Matthew Marsh

Coach: Steve Forbes

Christian Guess will continue his college career at Prairie View A&M University - by Eurobasket News

Prairie View A&M University landed 6-6 guard Christian Guess for new season. Cleveland (OH) native moved there from Samford University where he played only for one year. In 10 games he averaged impressive 15.1ppg, 9.0rpg and 2.3apg.
Guess played also at University of Missouri in 2018-19 and then at North Idaho College in 2020. He was voted to All-NWAC East Region 2nd Team in 2020.
He graduated Shaker Heights High in 2018. His team won District Championship and he helped his team make it to the Regional Semifinals that year. and he was also selected to Second-Team All-Cleveland.com Fab 50 All-Star and Second-Team All-Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association Second Team that year. He played also at Glenville High in 2015-16.

Prairie View A&M University roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
William Douglas
Christian Guess
Tyler Poindexter
Michael Thomas
DeAngelo Ware

Forwards:
Markedric Bell
Elijah Ifejeh
Jeremiah Kendall
(via @VerbalCommits)

Ryan Burkhardt will continue his college career at SE Louisiana - by Eurobasket News

Southeastern Louisiana University tabbed 22-year old 6-4 guard Ryan Burkhardt for new season. St. Augustine (FL) native played for the last four years at University of North Florida. In 20 games he averaged 5.7ppg and 2.3rpg last season. His team was ended regular year as a second best place in Atlantic Sun Conference in 2020. Burkhardt helped his team make it to the A-Sun Tournament Semifinals in 2018 and 2019.
He has played high school basketball at St. Augustine in St. Augustine, FL, which he graduated in 2017.

Southeastern Louisiana University roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Keon Clergeot
Jamon Kemp
Ryan Burkhardt
Avery Wilson
Matthew Strange
Joe Kasperzyk
JonDarius Warren
Roger McFarlane

Forwards:
Jalyn Hinton
Antonio Gordon
McKay Howell
Gus Okafor
Nick Caldwell

Center:
Max Brackmann

Coach: David Kiefer
(via @VerbalCommits)

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NCAA2

Jones tabbed as Assistant Coach at Northwood (MI) - by Eurobasket News

The Northwood University men's basketball team has announced the hiring of of former NU standout Maurice Jones as an assistant coach. He replaces Carlos McMath, who recently was named the head coach at Schoolcraft Community College. 'I am very excited to have Maurice back at Northwood as an assistant coach,' said Lonnie Griffin, who is entering his second season as a head coach. 'His knowledge of our program and his resume as a player will be a very valuable asset to the young men in this program. I am also excited to watch his growth as he begins his journey as a coach.' Jones was one of the top players in Northwood history, spending two seasons at point guard for the Timberwolves. He averaged 17.8 points, 6.1 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game for Northwood. Jones was First Team All-GLIAC for NU in his senior season in 2015-16 when he averaged 21.0 points, 5.7 assists and 1.9 steals per game. His scoring average that season is the highest at Northwood since 1996. Jones also set a school record for most points in a game at the Bennett Center/Riepma Arena, scoring 41 against Lake Superior State February 1, 2016. He also holds the school record for steals in a game, finishing with eight against Bellarmine November 11, 2014. In his two seasons at Northwood, Jones scored 1,016 points and ranks fifth in school history with 350 assists. His 190 assists in 2014-15 are the most in a season in school history. After his time at Northwood, Jones spent four seasons as a player in the National Basketball League of Canada. During his time in Canada, Jones averaged 14.5 points, 6.2 assists and 2.1 steals per game.
Courtesy of: gonorthwood.com

Tre Cobbs will continue his college career at Georgia South - by Eurobasket

Jayden Iturmendi commits to Palm Beach Atlantic University - by Eurobasket

Palm Beach Atlantic University signed swingman Jayden Iturmendi (6'6'-180lbs) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Iturmendi played for the last two years at Bridgeport University. In 28 games he had 6.4ppg, 3.1rpg, 1.2apg and 1.0spg in 2019-20 season. His team won ECC Regular Season Championship in 2020. He helped his team make it to the ECC Tournament Finals in 2019 and 2020.
Iturmendi's high school career he had spent at William Penn in York, PA, which he graduated in 2018.

Cheick Traore commits to Chowan - by Eurobasket

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NEW ZEALAND

Timmins' double-double lands him Player of the Week award - by Eurobasket News

23-year old power forward Samuel Timmins (211-F/C-97) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Nuggets and receives a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 8.
He had a double-double of 24 points and 19 rebounds, while his team outclassed Bulls (#8, 4-9) with 40-point margin 104-64. Nuggets maintains the 4th position in New Zealand league. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Nuggets will need more victories to improve their 8-5 record. In the team's last game Timmins had a remarkable 70.6% from 2-point range. He just recently signed at Nuggets, being already a very valuable addition to the team. The University of Washington graduate has very impressive stats this year. Timmins is in league's top in points (9th best: 20.6ppg), assists (9th best: 4.4apg) and averages solid 1.7bpg and 61.4% FGP.

Second best performed player last round was E.J. Singler (198-F-90) of Rams. He is American forward in his first season at Rams. In the last game Singler recorded impressive double-double of 24 points and 13 rebounds. Of course he led Rams to another comfortable win outscoring the lower-ranked Mountainairs (#10, 1-11) 92-68. This victory allowed Rams to move up to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 6-6 record is not bad and everything may still change. Singler is one of the most experienced players at Rams and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

Third place about best performers goes to guard Devondrick Walker (196-G-92) of Hawks (#3). Walker showcased his all-around game by recording 25 points, six rebounds and eight assists in the last round. He was a key player of Hawks, leading his team to a 89-61 easy win against the lower-ranked Jets (#9, 3-9). Hawks needs these victories very badly if they think about getting closer to top teams. Their record at this point is 9 victories and 3 lost games. Walker has a great season in New Zealand. After only 9 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.7apg (6th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Josh Cunningham (203-F-96) of Sharks - 22 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists
5. Geremy McKay (201-F-96) of Nuggets - 14 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists
6. Hyrum Harris (198-F-96) of Hawks - 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
7. Daishon Knight (185-G-91) of Jets - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists
8. Chris Johnson (210-F/C-85) of Huskies - 14 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists
9. Isaiah Moss (196-G-96) of Nuggets - 24 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists
10. Kyrin Galloway (203-F-99) of Bulls - 13 points and 17 rebounds

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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NIGER

David Efianayi (ex Horsens IC) joins Denain - by Eurobasket News

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NORTH MACEDONIA

Toyota Alvark sign Jordan Theodore - by Eurobasket News

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OLYMPIC GAMES

Reports: James Harden, Bam Adebayo to play for Team USA in Tokyo Olympics - by Eurobasket News

Khris Middleton, Jrue Holiday, Kevin Love commit to Team USA; one spot left on roster - by Eurobasket News

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POLAND

Brazil edge Poland at the Arena Gliwice - by Eurobasket News

Legia inks Raymond Cowels - by Eurobasket Center

Rafal Komenda re-signs at Anwil - by Eurobasket Center

Anwil Wloclawek (EBL) confirmed in their roster 23-year old power forward Rafal Komenda (200cm, agency: Octagon Europe) for season 2021-22. Komenda played there last season. In four EBL games he recorded 1.8ppg and 1.5rpg. He also played 1 game in FIBA Europe Cup, but he did not score anything and had only 1 rebound. The other team he played shortly was Pelplin (1Liga) where in 7 games he averaged 6.6ppg, 3.9rpg and 1.4apg. Another team he played briefly was AWFiS Gdynia (2Liga). In 6 games he got impressive 18.5ppg, 9.7rpg, 3.0apg, 3.3spg and 1.3bpg.

Anwil Wloclawek roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Kamil Laczynski
Przemyslaw Zamojski
Marcin Woroniecki

Forwards:
Ivan Almeida
Rafal Komenda
Maciej Bojanowski
Alex Olesinski

Coach: Przemyslaw Frasunkiewicz

Vitaliy Kowalenko signs at Kociewskie Diably - by Eurobasket Center

SKS Starogard Gdanski (1Liga) landed experienced 37-year old former Ukrainian-Polish international 204cm power forward Vitaliy Kowalenko for new season. Kowalenko has played for the last two years at Trefl in the EBL. In 20 games he averaged just 2.3ppg and 1.9rpg last season.
Kowalenko has played previously professionally also in Ukraine (Budivelnyk, BC Kyiv, Khimik, BC Donetsk and Hoverla) and Poland (WKS Slask, BM Slam Stal, Wilki Morskie, AZS PWSTE Jaroslaw and MKS DG).

SKS Starogard Gdanski roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Bartlomiej Karolak
Michal Kierlewicz
Filip Stryjewski

Forwards:
Vitaliy Kowalenko
Bartlomiej Pietras
Kacper Burczyk
Tymon Szymanski

Center:
Michal Sadlo

Coach: Bartosz Sarzalo

Maciej Koperski joins Tychy - by Eurobasket Center

GKS Tychy (1Liga) agreed terms with 22-year old swingman Maciej Koperski (190cm) for new 2021-22 season. Koperski has played for the last two seasons at Gornik Trans.eu Walbrzych. In 39 1Liga games he had 5.2ppg, 2.0rpg and 1.7apg last season. He helped them to make it to the Polish 1Liga final after they ended regular season as second best team.

GKS Tychy roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Piotr Wieloch
Maciej Koperski

Forwards:
Lukasz Diduszko
Radoslaw Trubacz

Josh Sharkey joins Legia - by Eurobasket Center

Asseco Arka keeps Perzanowski for another season - by Eurobasket Center

Asseco Arka Gdynia (EBL) re-signed 19-year old 195cm guard Olaf Perzanowski for new season. Perzanowski played there last season. In three EBL games he averaged 10.7ppg, 2.7rpg and 1.0bpg and played mostly for Arka AMW Gdynia in 2 Liga where in 22 games he had 14.8ppg, 5.2rpg and 2.6apg.

Asseco Arka Gdynia roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Novak Music
Wojciech Tomaszewski
Mateusz Kaszowski
Olaf Perzanowski

Forwards:
Bartlomiej Woloszyn
Dominik Wilczek

Centers:
Adam Hrycaniuk
Adrian Bogucki

Coach: Milos Mitrovic

Kolobrzeg lands Mateusz Itrich - by Eurobasket Center

Energa Kotwica Kolobrzeg (1Liga) tabbed 24-year old 201cm center Mateusz Itrich for new season. Itrich played most recently at SKS Starogard Gdanski in EBL. However his team was relegated to 1Liga. In 16 games he averaged just 2.4ppg and 1.3rpg last season.

Energa Kotwica Kolobrzeg roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Piotr Smigielski

Forwards:
Damian Pieloch
Mikolaj Kurpisz

Center:
Mateusz Itrich

Coach: Rafal Frank

Szymon Dlugosz agreed terms with Kolobrzeg - by Eurobasket Center

Energa Kotwica Kolobrzeg (1Liga) inked 29-year old 202cm power forward Szymon Dlugosz for upcoming season. Dlugosz has played for the last three years at Czarni in the EBL. In 27 1Liga games he recorded 3.3ppg and 2.2rpg last season. helped them to win the league title.

Energa Kotwica Kolobrzeg roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Piotr Smigielski

Forwards:
Damian Pieloch
Szymon Dlugosz
Mikolaj Kurpisz

Center:
Mateusz Itrich

Coach: Rafal Frank

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PORTUGAL

Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese Proliga Awards 2021 - by Eurobasket Center

Finals MVP: USA

Kameron Williams (188-G-94) of Povoa
Player of the Year: USA

Kameron Williams (188-G-94) of Povoa
Guard of the Year: USA

Kameron Williams (188-G-94) of Povoa
Forward of the Year: USA

Shannon Hale Jr (203-F-94) of Illiabum
Center of the Year: USA

Trevor English (203-C-97) of Galomar
Domestic Player of the Year: Portugal

Nuno Oliveira (186-PG-89) of Povoa
Import Player of the Year: USA

Kameron Williams (188-G-94) of Povoa
Defensive Player of the Year: Portugal

Joao Lanzinha (190-G/F-89) of NB Queluz
Coach of the Year: Portugal

Jose Ricardo Rodrigues of Povoa

Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese Proliga 1st Team 2021

Williams

Browning

Hale Jr

Fields

English

1st Team
USA

Kameron Williams (188-G-94) of Povoa
USA

Detrek Browning (183-PG) of NB Queluz
USA

Shannon Hale Jr (203-F-94) of Illiabum
USA

Tamyrik Fields (198-F-96) of Sangalhos
USA

Trevor English (203-C-97) of Galomar

Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese Proliga 2nd Team 2021

Oliveira

Allen

Sobrinho

Tripp

Ringer

2nd Team
Portugal

Nuno Oliveira (186-PG-89) of Povoa
USA

Darrion Allen (188-G-94) of Galomar
Portugal

Augusto Sobrinho (188-SG-85) of Illiabum
USA

Charles Tripp (203-F-97) of Belenenses CF
USA

Desmond Ringer (206-F-94) of Sampaense

Honorable Mention
USA

Aubrey McRae (193-G-96) of Sangalhos
Portugal

Pedro Santos (190-F/G-94) of Sampaense
Nigeria

Munachiso Okonkwo (204-C/F-94) of Sanjoanense
Portugal

Goncalo Barbosa (198-F/C-98) of Ginasio
Portugal

Paulo Vieira (192-F-94) of Vasco
Portugal

Andre Cruz of Belenenses CF
Montenegro

Marko Loncovic (202-F-91) of Galomar
Portugal

Joao Lanzinha (190-G/F-89) of NB Queluz
USA

Malcolm Walters (188-G) of Illiabum
USA

Tre Bowman (196-G-91) of Olhanense
Canada

Otas Iyekekpolor (203-PF-96) of Olhanense
USA

Tommy Bolte (185-G) of Benfica
USA

Devin Peterson (185-G) of Electrico FC
USA

Jaylen Key (203-F-97) of Benfica
Portugal

Jorge Embalo (192-SF) of Sporting
Mozambique

Geremias Manjate (203-F/C-98) of Sporting
Portugal

Frederico Martins (192-G-02) of Academia
Portugal

Pedro Pereira (170-C-94) of CB Queluz
USA

Adaku Anumu (190-G/F-92) of Coracao R.

Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese Proliga All-Domestic Players Team 2021

Oliveira

Sobrinho

Loncovic

Embalo

Barbosa

All-Domestic Players Team
Portugal

Nuno Oliveira (186-PG-89) of Povoa
Portugal

Augusto Sobrinho (188-SG-85) of Illiabum
Montenegro

Marko Loncovic (202-F-91) of Galomar
Portugal

Jorge Embalo (192-SF) of Sporting
Portugal

Goncalo Barbosa (198-F/C-98) of Ginasio

Eurobasket.com All-Portuguese Proliga All-Imports Team 2021

Williams

Browning

Hale Jr

Fields

English

All-Imports Team
USA

Kameron Williams (188-G-94) of Povoa
USA

Detrek Browning (183-PG) of NB Queluz
USA

Shannon Hale Jr (203-F-94) of Illiabum
USA

Tamyrik Fields (198-F-96) of Sangalhos
USA

Trevor English (203-C-97) of Galomar

Imortal sign a second import player, ex Kalev/Cramo - by Joao Santos

Inter Bratislava adds Quinn to their roster, ex Barreirense - by Michal Duchovic

Inter Bratislava (SBL) added to their roster American center Dakota Quinn (206cm-98kg, college: MNU, agency: Players Group) for new 2021-22 season. Quinn played most recently at Barreirense in Portuguese LPB league, but left the team in Dec.'20. In 7 games he recorded 12.3ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.6bpg last season.
He graduated from MidAmerica Nazarene University in 2020 and it is his second season as a professional player.

Inter Bratislava roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Ivan Gandia-Rosa
Trevor Blondin

Centers:
Michal Fusek
Dakota Quinn

Coach: Oleg Meleschenko

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PUERTO RICO

Standings - BSN

BSN Standings

Group A
1 Arecibo 0-0
2 Fajardo 0-0
3 Mayaguez 0-0
4 Ponce 0-0
5 Quebradillas 0-0
6 San German 0-0
Group B
1 Bayamon 0-0
2 Carolina 0-0
3 Guayama 0-0
4 Guaynabo 0-0
5 Humacao 0-0
6 Santurce 0-0

Regular Season: Round 3

Jul. 15: Humacao - Santurce
Jul. 16: Fajardo - San German
Jul. 16: Ponce - Carolina
Jul. 16: Guayama - Quebradillas
Jul. 17: Mayaguez - Santurce
Jul. 17: Humacao - Arecibo
Jul. 17: Guaynabo - Bayamon
Jul. 18: San German - Carolina
Jul. 18: Ponce - Quebradillas
Jul. 19: Santurce - Fajardo
Jul. 19: Guayama - Mayaguez
Jul. 19: Bayamon - Humacao
Jul. 19: Arecibo - Guaynabo
Jul. 21: Santurce - Guaynabo
Jul. 21: Carolina - Guayama
Jul. 21: Mayaguez - Ponce
Jul. 21: Quebradillas - Humacao
Jul. 22: Arecibo - Bayamon
Jul. 23: Carolina - Guaynabo
Jul. 23: Santurce - Mayaguez
Jul. 23: Fajardo - Guayama
Jul. 24: Quebradillas - San German
Jul. 24: Ponce - Arecibo
Jul. 25: Santurce - Guaynabo
Jul. 25: Mayaguez - Fajardo
Jul. 26: San German - Mayaguez
Jul. 26: Humacao - Guayama
Jul. 26: Bayamon - Quebradillas
Jul. 27: Guaynabo - Ponce
Jul. 27: Carolina - Santurce
Jul. 28: Quebradillas - Mayaguez
Jul. 28: Fajardo - Humacao
Jul. 28: Arecibo - San German
Jul. 29: Guayama - Ponce
Jul. 29: Bayamon - Carolina
Jul. 29: Santurce - San German
Jul. 30: Mayaguez - Humacao
Jul. 30: Quebradillas - Arecibo
Jul. 31: Guayama - San German
Jul. 31: Guaynabo - Carolina
Jul. 31: Santurce - Ponce
Aug. 1: Humacao - Bayamon
Aug. 2: Mayaguez - San German
Aug. 2: Carolina - Arecibo
Aug. 2: Guaynabo - Fajardo
Aug. 3: Bayamon - Guayama
Aug. 3: Humacao - Ponce
Aug. 4: Guaynabo - San German
Aug. 4: Arecibo - Mayaguez
Aug. 5: Fajardo - Quebradillas
Aug. 5: Santurce - Guayama
Aug. 6: Bayamon - Ponce
Aug. 6: San German - Arecibo
Aug. 7: Carolina - Humacao
Aug. 7: Guayama - Guaynabo
Aug. 7: Quebradillas - Santurce
Aug. 8: San German - Bayamon
Aug. 9: Arecibo - Quebradillas
Aug. 9: Santurce - Carolina
Aug. 9: Ponce - Guayama
Aug. 9: Humacao - Mayaguez
Aug. 10: Fajardo - San German
Aug. 11: Bayamon - Santurce
Aug. 11: Quebradillas - Guaynabo
Aug. 11: Mayaguez - Ponce
Aug. 12: Fajardo - Carolina
Aug. 12: Arecibo - Guayama
Aug. 13: Santurce - Humacao
Aug. 13: Guaynabo - Mayaguez
Aug. 14: Guayama - Bayamon
Aug. 14: San German - Fajardo
Aug. 15: Carolina - Quebradillas
Aug. 15: Fajardo - Arecibo
Aug. 16: Guaynabo - Guayama
Aug. 16: Arecibo - Carolina
Aug. 16: Ponce - San German
Aug. 17: Mayaguez - Fajardo
Aug. 18: Humacao - Guaynabo
Aug. 18: Guayama - Carolina
Aug. 18: San German - Quebradillas
Aug. 18: Ponce - Arecibo
Aug. 19: Mayaguez - Quebradillas
Aug. 20: Carolina - Ponce
Aug. 20: Bayamon - Humacao
Aug. 21: Arecibo - Fajardo
Aug. 21: Guayama - Santurce
Aug. 22: Bayamon - Guaynabo
Aug. 22: Quebradillas - Ponce
Aug. 23: Carolina - San German
Aug. 23: Guayama - Humacao
Aug. 24: Ponce - Guaynabo
Aug. 24: Fajardo - Mayaguez
Aug. 25: San German - Arecibo
Aug. 25: Humacao - Carolina
Aug. 26: Quebradillas - Guayama
Aug. 26: Mayaguez - Guaynabo
Aug. 26: Santurce - Bayamon
Aug. 27: Ponce - Humacao
Aug. 27: Fajardo - Arecibo
Aug. 28: Mayaguez - San German
Aug. 28: Guaynabo - Carolina
Aug. 28: Santurce - Quebradillas
Aug. 29: Guayama - Fajardo
Aug. 30: Carolina - Bayamon
Aug. 30: Guaynabo - Arecibo
Aug. 30: San German - Ponce
Aug. 31: Humacao - Guayama
Aug. 31: Fajardo - Quebradillas
Sep. 1: Santurce - Carolina
Sep. 1: Mayaguez - Arecibo
Sep. 1: Ponce - Bayamon
Sep. 2: Guaynabo - Humacao
Sep. 3: Santurce - Guayama
Sep. 3: Quebradillas - Fajardo
Sep. 3: Ponce - Mayaguez
Sep. 4: San German - Humacao
Sep. 4: Bayamon - Carolina
Sep. 4: Fajardo - Ponce
Sep. 5: Quebradillas - Arecibo
Sep. 5: Bayamon - Guaynabo
Sep. 6: San German - Santurce
Sep. 7: Carolina - Guaynabo
Sep. 7: Quebradillas - Ponce
Sep. 8: Mayaguez - Bayamon
Sep. 8: Fajardo - Santurce
Sep. 9: Guayama - Carolina
Sep. 9: Humacao - Quebradillas
Sep. 13: Arecibo - Ponce
Sep. 13: Quebradillas - Mayaguez
Sep. 13: San German - Fajardo
Sep. 14: Guaynabo - Bayamon
Sep. 14: Carolina - Santurce
Sep. 15: Fajardo - Mayaguez
Sep. 15: Ponce - San German
Sep. 15: Guayama - Arecibo
Sep. 16: Humacao - Santurce
Sep. 17: Ponce - Fajardo
Sep. 17: Guayama - Bayamon
Sep. 17: Mayaguez - Carolina
Sep. 18: Quebradillas - San German
Sep. 18: Humacao - Guaynabo
Sep. 19: Bayamon - Mayaguez
Sep. 19: Arecibo - Fajardo
Sep. 20: Guaynabo - Quebradillas
Sep. 21: Bayamon - San German
Sep. 21: Fajardo - Ponce
Sep. 22: Mayaguez - Arecibo
Sep. 22: Guaynabo - Santurce
Sep. 22: Guayama - Humacao

Guaynabo trades Berdiel for Young - by Luis Modestti

Mets de Guaynabo traded guard Miguel Ali Berdiel (198-G-83, college: Valpo) to Guayama for Kevin Young (203-F-90, college: Kansas, agency: SDJ Sports).

Berdiel played for Guayama during the 2019 season averaging 11.1 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.6 assists in 35 games. He adds playmaking abilities to a team that already has offensive options like Kyle Gibson, Ben McCauley, Chris Ortiz, Alex Franklin, among others.

Young last played in BSN during the 2018 season and has since played in the NBA G-League and TBT. His athleticism can help them, especially on the defensive side.

Both teams make their 2021 regular season debut on July 11 in Guayama.

Aguada relocated to Fajardo - by Luis Modestti

In an emergency meeting the BSN approved the relocation of Santeros de Aguada to Fajardo.

The move was approved after the team informed the league that Ismael Delgado Coliseum was not in condition to host BSN games.

Fajardo is expected to be one of the top contenders this season after keeping most of their native talent while bringing back Rigoberto Mendoza and signing Greg Smith as their imports. The head coach is still Carlos Gonzalez who has two BSN titles.

The team already started training at Tomas Dones Coliseum and their first game is July 11 at Quebradillas.

Puerto Rico faces Croatia to end preparation prior to Qualifier - by Luis Modestti

After finishing with a 1-2 record in Greece, the Puerto Rican national team now faces Croatia on June 23 and 24 to finish up their preparation prior to their trip to Serbia where they play the Olympic Qualifier.

Puerto Rico beat Mexico 75-72 in the last day of the Acropolis Tournament. On day one they lost to Serbia 80-68 and on day two fell to Greece 77-69.

Gary Browne (185-G-93, college: WVU) led the team with 12.3 points and 4.3 assists per game. Gian Clavell netted 11.7 points per game and Isaiah Pineiro followed with 9.7 per contest. George Conditt also showed promise impacting both sides of the floor.

Croatia is expected to have stars like Mario Hezonja, Roko Ukic, Ante Zizic and Bojan Bogdanovic. Sportklub is expected to televise the first game.

In Serbia, Puerto Rico opens the Olympic Qualifier against Senegal on June 29 and then on July 1 face Italy. The top two teams in the group reach the semifinals.

Guaynabo welcomes back Stockton - by Luis Modestti

Newly promoted Mets de Guaynabo (BSN) landed 30-year old American ex-international 180cm point guard David Stockton, college: Gonzaga. It is actually his comeback to Mets as he has played here before. Stockton played most recently at Memphis Hustle (NBA G League) in the U.S. In 15 NBA-G-League games he averaged 14.3ppg, 3.7rpg, 5.6apg and 1.1spg previous season.
In 2014 he was drafted by Maine Red Claws (D-League) in third round (40th overall).
The former Gonzaga University star is in his eighth season in pro basketball. He was a member of USA Senior National Team in 2018.
He is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in five different countries playing on four different continents. Stockton is familiar with European, Latin American, Australian and of course North American leagues. He has played previously professionally in Australia (New Zealand Breakers), Croatia (Cedevita), Germany (Bayreuth), NBA (Utah Jazz, Washington Wizards and Sacramento Kings) and NBA G League (South Bay L. and Stockton Kings).
Among many awards Stockton's team made it to the Puerto Rican BSN Semifinals in 2020. He was also voted to Latinbasket.com All-Puerto Rican BSN Guard of the Year in 2020.

Uter returns to Bayamon - by Luis Modestti

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ROMANIA

Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League Awards 2021 - by Igor Obradovic

Player of the Year: USA

Anthony Hickey (180-PG-92) of Voluntari
Guard of the Year: USA

Anthony Hickey (180-PG-92) of Voluntari
Forward of the Year: Lithuania

Donatas Tarolis (207-F-94) of Cluj Napoca
Center of the Year: Bosnia

Andrija Stipanovic (208-C-86) of Cluj Napoca
Import Player of the Year: USA

Anthony Hickey (180-PG-92) of Voluntari
Co-Bosman Player of the Year: Lithuania

Donatas Tarolis (207-F-94) of Cluj Napoca
Co-Bosman Player of the Year: Bosnia

Andrija Stipanovic (208-C-86) of Cluj Napoca
Domestic Player of the Year: Romania

Dragos Diculescu (196-G/F-99) of Craiova
Co-Defensive Player of the Year: Romania

Andrei Mandache (190-G/F-87) of Steaua B.
Co-Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Anthony Hickey (180-PG-92) of Voluntari
Co-Coach of the Year: Dusko Vujosevic of Cluj Napoca
Co-Coach of the Year: Mihai Silvasan of Cluj Napoca

Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League 1st Team 2021

Hickey

Joseph

Bishop

Tarolis

Stipanovic

1st Team
USA

Anthony Hickey (180-PG-92) of Voluntari
Canada

Devoe Joseph (193-G-90) of Voluntari
Panama

Tony Bishop (201-F-89) of Santurce
Lithuania

Donatas Tarolis (207-F-94) of Cluj Napoca
Bosnia

Andrija Stipanovic (208-C-86) of Cluj Napoca

Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League 2nd Team 2021

Holt

Broussard

Richard

Moldoveanu

Jevtovic

2nd Team
USA

Stephen Holt (193-G-91) of Oradea
USA

Aaron Broussard (196-G-90) of Oradea
USA

Patrick Richard (196-G/F-90) of Cluj Napoca
Romania

Vlad Moldoveanu (206-PF-88) of Voluntari
Serbia

Nikola Jevtovic (210-C-89) of Pitesti

Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League 3rd Team 2021

Edwards

Henson

Rathan-Mayes

Gajic

Barro

3rd Team
Canada

Justin Edwards (194-G-92) of Cluj Napoca
USA

Payton Henson (203-F-94) of Craiova
Canada

Xavier Rathan-Mayes (193-G-94) of Sibiu
Serbia

Nikola Gajic (195-G/F-91) of Timisoara
Senegal

Ousmane Barro (207-C/F-84) of Voluntari

Honorable Mention
Cuba

Karel Guzman (188-SG-95) of Cluj Napoca
USA

Garlon Green (201-F-91) of Oradea
Serbia

Dragan Zekovic (210-C/F-87) of Oradea
USA

Malcolm Lee (196-G-90) of Voluntari
USA

Toarlyn Fitzpatrick (203-F-89) of Pitesti
Montenegro

Goran Gajovic (199-SF-88) of Pitesti
USA

Marquis Addison (193-G-91) of Groningen
USA

Chris Cooper (205-C/F-90) of Sibiu
Hungary

Rolland Torok (203-F/C-90) of Sibiu
USA

Jayce Johnson (213-C-97) of Sibiu
USA

Monyea Pratt (196-SF-85) of Craiova
Croatia

Mate Vucic (206-F/C-97) of Craiova
USA

Sherwood Brown (193-G-91) of Timisoara
Montenegro

Milos Komatina (206-F/C-84) of Timisoara
Croatia

Davor Konjevic (198-G/F-90) of Galati
USA

Isaiah Armwood (206-F-90) of Dinamo B.
USA

Kenny Brown (188-G-91) of Steaua B.
Romania

Andrei Mandache (190-G/F-87) of Steaua B.
USA

Jake O'Brien (204-F-89) of Steaua B.
Croatia

Ivan Vranes (207-C-96) of Steaua B.
Serbia

Milos Pesic (206-F-84) of Focsani
USA

Robert Sampson (203-F-92) of Focsani
USA

Kevin Allen (6'11'-C-94) of Detroit H.

Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League All-Domestic Players Team 2021

Watson

Richard

Maciuca

Diculescu

Moldoveanu

All-Domestic Players Team
Romania

Giordan Watson (179-PG-85) of Oradea
Romania

Patrick Richard (196-G/F-90) of Cluj Napoca
Romania

Mihai Maciuca (196-SF-00) of Pitesti
Romania

Dragos Diculescu (196-G/F-99) of Craiova
Romania

Vlad Moldoveanu (206-PF-88) of Voluntari

Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League All-Imports Team 2021

Hickey

Joseph

Bishop

Holt

Broussard

All-Imports Team
USA

Anthony Hickey (180-PG-92) of Voluntari
Canada

Devoe Joseph (193-G-90) of Voluntari
Panama

Tony Bishop (201-F-89) of Santurce
USA

Stephen Holt (193-G-91) of Oradea
USA

Aaron Broussard (196-G-90) of Oradea

Eurobasket.com All-Romanian League All-Bosmans Team 2021

Filipovic

Gajic

Tarolis

Stipanovic

Jevtovic

All-Bosmans Team
Croatia

Goran Filipovic (180-PG-96) of Craiova
Serbia

Nikola Gajic (195-G/F-91) of Timisoara
Lithuania

Donatas Tarolis (207-F-94) of Cluj Napoca
Bosnia

Andrija Stipanovic (208-C-86) of Cluj Napoca
Serbia

Nikola Jevtovic (210-C-89) of Pitesti

Groningen signs Marquis Addison, ex Sibiu - by Arnold Beres

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RUSSIA

Runa Basket lands Victor Zaryazhko - by Alex Rowienski

Runa Basket Moscow (Superleague 1) tabbed 28-year old 195cm point guard Victor Zaryazhko for new season. Zaryazhko played most recently at TEMP-SUMZ-UMMC Revda. In 38 Superleague 1 games he averaged 13.8ppg, 4.6rpg, 3.8apg and 1.1spg last season. He helped them to win the cup and make to league semifinals. He can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Russian Superleague 1 Honorable Mention and Eurobasket.com Russian Superleague 1 All-Tournament Team.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Spartak St.Petersburg where in 14 Superleague 1 games he had 11.5ppg, 4.6rpg, 3.7apg and 2.4spg. Zaryazhko contributed to his team making it to the cup final. A very impressive season as he was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Russian Superleague 1 Defensive Player of the Year.
He represented Russia at the World University Games in Gwangju (South Korea) six years ago. His team won Bronze and his stats at that event were 8 games: 5.4ppg, 2.5rpg, 1.5apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 40.0%, 3PT: 16.7%, FT: 64.3%.
He has played previously for seven other teams: Avtodor, Spartak Vidnoye, Dynamo Moscow, Krasnie Krilya, Ryazan, BC Nizhny Novgorod and Krasnie Krilya.
Zaryazhko won Russian Superleague 1 championship title in 2018.

Lavnikov comes back to Novosybirsk - by Alex Rowienski

BC Novosybirsk (Superleague 1) strengthened their roster with addition of 30-year old forward Alexandr Lavnikov (205cm-105kg, agency: Alti Sport) for season 2021-22. It is actually his comeback to Novosybirsk as he has played here before. Lavnikov has played for the last two years at BC Samara in the Superleague 1. In 17 games he recorded 4.1ppg and 2.4rpg last season. He helped them to win the Superleague 1 title.
He was a member of Russian U18 National Team between 2008 and 2009.
Lavnikov has played previously for eight other teams: Avtodor, Enisey, Universitet-Yugra Surgut, TEMP-SUMZ-UMMC Revda, Sojuz Zaretchny, BC Samara Youth team, Spartak Primorie Vladivostok and Avtodor Saratov 2nd team.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Russian Superleague 1 Honorable Mention back in 2017.

Voytov comes back to Novosybirsk - by Alex Rowienski

BC Novosybirsk (Superleague 1) added to their roster 27-year old center Maksim Voytov (207cm) for season 2021-22. It is actually his comeback to Novosybirsk as he has played here before. Voytov played last season at Rusichi Kursk in the Superleague 2. In 24 games he recorded 14.0ppg and 5.9rpg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at BC Novosybirsk. But in 18 Superleague 1 games he averaged just 1.3ppg and 1.1rpg.
He represented Russia at the World Championships U19 in Prague (Czech Republic) eight years ago. His stats at that event were 5 games: 4.0ppg, 2.4rpg.
He has played previously for Lokomotiv Kuban 2nd team.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Superleague 1 Semifinals for two years in a row (2017 and 2018).

Aleksandr Zakharov is a newcomer at Uralmash - by Alex Rowienski

Uralmash Yekaterinburg (Superleague 1) strengthened their roster with addition of 28-year old former international 202cm small forward Aleksandr Zakharov for season 2021-22. Zakharov played most recently at TEMP-SUMZ-UMMC Revda. In 38 Superleague 1 games he recorded 11.8ppg, 4.8rpg and 1.1apg last season. He helped them to win the cup and make to league semifinals. Good season as he was voted League Player of the Week.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Spartak Primorie Vladivostok where in 24 Superleague 1 games he averaged 10.5ppg, 4.8rpg and 1.6apg. He contributed to his team winning the regular season.
Zakharov was also a member of Russian international program for some years. He played for Russian Senior National Team in 2017 and previously for U20 National Team between 2012 and 2013.
He represented Russia at the FIBA 3x3 European Championships in Bucharest five years ago.
Zakharov has played previously professionally also in Lithuania (Nevezis and Juventus) and Russia (Irkut, BC Nizhny Novgorod, Lobnya Moscow Region and Khimky-Podmoskovye Moscow Region).
Among many awards he won Russian U23 League championship title in 2014. He was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Russian Superleague 1 2nd Team back in 2017.

Uralmash Yekaterinburg roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Justin Roberson

Forwards:
Aleksandr Zakharov
Javonte Douglas
Ivan Evstigneev

Center:
Maxim Krivosheev

Anton Glazunov signs at Uralmash - by Alex Rowienski

Uralmash Yekaterinburg (Superleague 1) landed experienced 34-year old 185cm point guard Anton Glazunov for upcoming season. Glazunov has played for the last three years at BC Samara. In 37 Superleague 1 games he averaged 10.9ppg, 2.4rpg, 5.4apg (leader !!!) and 1.1spg last season. He helped them to win the Superleague 1 title. A very good season in his career as he was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Russian Superleague 1 Finals MVP and voted to Honorable Mention.
He has spent his entire career in Russia playing for eight other teams: Avtodor, Dynamo Moscow, Krasnie Krilya, MGTU im. Nosova Magnitogorsk, TEMP-SUMZ-UMMC Revda, BC Samara Youth team, Dynamo Moscow 2nd team and Avtodor Saratov 2nd team.
Among many awards he was selected Eurobasket.com All-Russian Superleague 1 Defensive Player of the Year between 2016 and 2017.

Uralmash Yekaterinburg roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Anton Glazunov
Justin Roberson

Forwards:
Aleksandr Zakharov
Javonte Douglas
Ivan Evstigneev

Center:
Maxim Krivosheev

Valanciunas paces Lithuania past Russia - by Eurobasket News

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SERBIA

Coach Dzikic comes back to Buducnost - by Eurobasket News

(via @miskoraznatovic)

PVSK-Veolia keeps Brkic for another season - by Eurobasket News

(via @Vrionis1969)

Celik keeps Bozovic for another season - by Harun Alispahic

KK Radnik Surdulica inks Milan Skundric - by Eurobasket Center

KK Radnik Surdulica (2MLS) agreed terms with 24-year old Serbian forward Milan Skundric (198cm-93kg-96, college: Faulkner, agency: One Motive Sports) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Skundric played last season at Promo in Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I. In 6 games he had 14.7ppg, 5.7rpg and 2.0apg.
Skundric attended Faulkner University until 2020 and it will be his second season as a professional player.

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SLOVAKIA

Handlova remains in SBL - by Eurobasket News

Handlova remains in SBL even though the team finished last this season. Before the start of the league year 2021/2022, the management of the Municipal Basketball Club Handlova had to face a difficult task, which was to save one of the most traditional teams in the highest basketball competition. The economic situation in the vast majority of sports clubs in Slovakia is in an unflattering, even critical situation, and similar problems have not been avoided even by the "mining" traders. Their start in the coming season was endangered and until recently more than uncertain. After difficult negotiations, the good news comes. In 2020/21 season Handlova finished with a 11-25 record.

Inter Bratislava adds Quinn to their roster, ex Barreirense - by Michal Duchovic

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SPAIN

Valencia hire coach Joan Penarroya - by Eurobasket News

CD Huelva Baloncesto keeps Dominguez for another season - by Eurobasket News

EBA newcomer CD Huelva Baloncesto re-signed 30-year old 207cm center Sebastian Dominguez for upcoming season. Dominguez played there last season. In 18 EBA games he averaged 10.7ppg and 6.2rpg. He helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league.
He has played previously for three other teams: Enrique Benitez, Ciudad Autonoma de Melilla Enrique Soler and San Juan.

Vic keeps Tomeu for another season - by Eurobasket News

CB Universitat Vic (EBA) re-signed 29-year old 188cm guard Oriol Tomeu for new season. Tomeu played there last season. But in 5 EBA games he averaged just 1.2ppg, 1.8rpg and 1.2apg.
He has played previously for two other teams: Martorell and Vive El Masnou. His team was regular season runner-up in Spanish EBA Group C3 in 2021.

Zaragoza lands Francisco Monforte - by Eurobasket News

EBA newcomer Azulejos Moncayo CB Zaragoza tabbed 25-year old center Francisco Monforte for new season. Monforte played most recently at EM El Olivar in U19 Championship. He helped his team get promotion to EBA. In 12 games he averaged 8.7ppg, 6.6rpg, 1.4apg and 1.2spg last season.

Valls Nutrion keeps Riu for another season - by Eurobasket News

CB Valls Nutrion (EBA) re-signed 32-year old 198cm power forward Roger Riu for upcoming season. Riu has played there for the last two seasons. He helped them to win the regular season.
He has played previously for two other teams: Igualada and Ilerdauto Nissan Pardinyes Lleida.
Riu's team won Spanish EBA Group C-B Regular Season in 2019.

Andreu re-signs at Valls Nutrion - by Eurobasket News

CB Valls Nutrion (EBA) confirmed in their roster 23-year old guard Jordi Andreu (185cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Andreu has played there for the last five seasons. Last season his stats read 2.5ppg and 1.1rpg in EBA.

Real re-signs at L'Hospitalet - by Eurobasket News

C.B. Torrons Vicens L'Hospitalet (LEB Silver) confirmed in their roster 24-year old swingman Albert Real (189cm) for season 2021-22. Real played there last season. In 23 LEB Silver games he recorded 6.1ppg, 3.0rpg and 1.3apg.
He ended the previous (2019-20) season at BBA Castelldefels (EBA) where in 6 games he averaged 12.7ppg, 3.0rpg and 2.2apg. But the most of that year he spent at Navarra. In 16 LEB Silver games he had 4.7ppg, 2.0rpg and 1.7apg.
He has played previously for four other teams: Joventut, Pas Pielagos, Martorell and JAC Sants.

Gandia tabs Andy Lopez - by Eurobasket News

Angels Vision - Units Pel Basquet Gandia (EBA) inked 24-year old 200cm center Andy Lopez for upcoming season. Lopez played most recently at ESET Ontinent in U19 Championship. He helped his team get promotion to EBA. In 18 games he averaged 12.7ppg, 6.2rpg, 1.8apg and 1.0spg last season.

(via @CompeticionFEB)

Coruna keeps Monaghan for another season - by Eurobasket News

Leyma Basquet Coruna (LEB Gold) re-signed 28-year old American 188cm guard Zach Monaghan, college: MSU for upcoming season. Monaghan played there last season. In 30 LEB Gold games he averaged 9.6ppg, 1.9rpg, 3.7apg and 1.5spg (in top 5). He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
He has played previously professionally in Belgium (Limburg United) and Bulgaria (Beroe).
Among many awards Monaghan's team made it to the Belgian final in 2018. Monaghan was voted to Eurobasket.com Spanish LEB Gold All-Imports Team back in 2018.
He attended Minnesota State University Mankato until 2015 and it will be his seventh season in pro basketball.

(via @CompeticionFEB)

L'Hospitalet keeps San Epifanio for another season - by Eurobasket News

C.B. Torrons Vicens L'Hospitalet (LEB Silver) re-signed 33-year old 196cm guard Edgar San Epifanio for new season. San Epifanio has played there for the last eight seasons.
He has spent his entire career in Spain playing for six other teams: Cornella, Mataro, Palencia, Gipuzkoa, Azpeitia Juaristi Iraurgi Saski Baloia and Mollet.
He won Spanish EBA Final Stage 1 championship title in 2016.

Sabat re-signs at Girona - by Eurobasket News

Basquet Girona (LEB Gold) confirmed in their roster experienced 35-year old point guard Albert Sabat (181cm) for new 2021-22 season. Sabat has played there for the last two seasons. Good year as he was named League Player of the Week.
He has spent his entire career in Spain playing for eight other teams: Joventut, Girona FC, CB Canarias, Burgos, Tenerife, Vic, Blusens Monbus and HLA Alicante.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others his team made it to the Spanish LEB Silver Cup final in 2020. He was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Silver Honorable Mention in 2020.
Sabat is close to retirement age as a player. It's very possible he may end his playing career at Girona.

Meindl re-signs at Fuenlabrada - by Eurobasket News

Vic adds Coderch-Porras to their roster - by Eurobasket News

CB Universitat Vic (EBA) added to their roster 26-year old guard Alberto Coderch-Porras (192cm-94, college: Webber) for season 2021-22. Coderch-Porras has played for the last four seasons at CB Quart-Germans Cruz. In 11 EBA games he recorded 9.2ppg, 2.1rpg and 1.2apg last season.
He graduated from Webber International University in 2017 and it is his fifth season as a professional player.

CB Universitat Vic roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Alberto Coderch-Porras
Oriol Tomeu
Jordi Iglesias

Forward:
David Vidal

Coach: Sergi Fortes

Rodriguez re-signs at Penarroya - by Eurobasket News

Climanavas Agrometal Penarroya (EBA) confirmed in their roster 20-year old forward Luis Rodriguez (192cm) for new 2021-22 season. Rodriguez played there last season. In 15 EBA games he had 11.7ppg, 1.5rpg, 1.1apg and 1.5spg.

Real Madrid tabs Guerschon Yabusele, ex ASVEL - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Real Madrid (Liga Endesa) inked 25-year old French international 201cm power forward Guerschon Yabusele for upcoming season. Yabusele played most recently at ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket in French Jeep ELITE ProA. In 22 games he averaged 14.1ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.3apg last season. He helped them to win the cup. He also played 30 games in Euroleague where he had 11.0ppg, 4.2rpg and 1.2apg. A very good season in his career as he was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Euroleague Honorable Mention.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Monkey Kings in Chinese CBA. In 15 games he recorded very impressive stats: 17.9ppg, 7.2rpg, 1.8apg, 1.1spg and 1.3bpg. The other team he played that season for were the Celtics in NBA. In 15 games he got remarkable 17.9ppg, 7.2rpg and 1.8apg. Yabusele also spent pre-season at the Celtics in NBA.
In 2016 he was drafted by Boston Celtics (NBA) in first round (16th overall).
He has been also a member of French international program for some years. He has regularly played for French senior team since 2020 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2013.
Yabusele represented France at the European Championships U20 in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Italy) six years ago. His team got to the Semifinals and his stats at that event were 9 games: 9.2ppg, 6.6rpg, 1.0spg, Blocks-5(1.3bpg), FGP: 45.6%, 3PT: 23.5%, FT: 63.3%.
He has played previously professionally in NBA G League (Maine RC).
He won D-League Atlantic Division championship title in 2017.

Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold Awards 2021 - by Igor Obradovic

Finals MVP: USA

Adam Sollazzo (198-G-90) of Breogan
Player of the Year: Denmark

Kevin Larsen (207-C-93) of Breogan
Guard of the Year: Spain

Lluis Costa (187-PG-93) of Granada
Forward of the Year: USA

Marc-Eddy Norelia (203-F-93) of Oviedo
Center of the Year: Denmark

Kevin Larsen (207-C-93) of Breogan
Import Player of the Year: USA

Marc-Eddy Norelia (203-F-93) of Oviedo
Bosman Player of the Year: Denmark

Kevin Larsen (207-C-93) of Breogan
Domestic Player of the Year: Spain

Lluis Costa (187-PG-93) of Granada
Defensive Player of the Year: USA

Ronnie Harrell (201-G-96) of Palma
Coach of the Year: Diego Epifanio of Breogan

Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold 1st Team 2021

Costa

Bropleh

Norelia

Allen

Larsen

1st Team
Spain

Lluis Costa (187-PG-93) of Granada
USA

Thomas Bropleh (196-F/G-91) of Granada
USA

Marc-Eddy Norelia (203-F-93) of Oviedo
USA

Noah Allen (201-SF-95) of Alicante
Denmark

Kevin Larsen (207-C-93) of Breogan

Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold 2nd Team 2021

Pitts

Sollazzo

Kacinas

Nwogbo

Cruz Uceda

2nd Team
USA

Justin Pitts (178-PG-94) of Alicante
USA

Adam Sollazzo (198-G-90) of Breogan
Lithuania

Mindaugas Kacinas (204-F-93) of Breogan
Nigeria

Lotanna Nwogbo (203-F/C-93) of Coruna
Spain

Ivan Cruz Uceda (208-C/F-91) of Breogan

Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold 3rd Team 2021

Martin

Alvarado

Cvetinovic

Barro

Schaftenaar

3rd Team
USA

Jaron Martin (178-PG-94) of Real Murcia
Spain

Oscar Alvarado (184-PG-91) of Castello
Serbia

Nikola Cvetinovic (203-PF-88) of Almansa
Senegal

Serigne Barro (208-C-95) of Burgos
Holland

Roeland Schaftenaar (211-F/C-88) of Caceres

Honorable Mention
Spain

Nacho Martin (202-F-83) of Valladolid
Dominican Republic

Juan Garcia (201-F/C-89) of Castello
USA

Ronnie Harrell (201-G-96) of Palma
Holland

Joey van Zegeren (208-F-90) of Valladolid
Cameroon

Arnaud-William Adala Moto (198-F-93) of Castello
Serbia

Sasa Borovnjak (206-C-89) of Palencia
USA

Reed Timmer (185-PG-95) of Valladolid
Spain

Federico Ucles (204-F-93) of Melilla
USA

Eddy Polanco (190-SG-94) of Lleida
Spain

Sean Smith (203-F-95) of Palencia
Spain

Jorge Lafuente (197-F-91) of Huesca
Spain

Oliver Arteaga (208-C-83) of Oviedo
Latvia

Davis Rozitis (215-C-90) of Girona
Jamaica

Clint Robinson (203-F/C-94) of Real Murcia
Haiti

Kevin Bercy (201-F-94) of Real Canoe
Spain

Alejandro Hernandez (189-G-90) of Real Murcia
Spain

Eduardo Duran (190-G-91) of Castello
Estonia

Kristian Kullamaee (194-PG-99) of Palma

Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold All-Domestic Players Team 2021

Costa

Alvarado

Urtasun

Diaz

Cruz Uceda

All-Domestic Players Team
Spain

Lluis Costa (187-PG-93) of Granada
Spain

Oscar Alvarado (184-PG-91) of Castello
Spain

Txemi Urtasun (192-G-84) of Alicante
Spain

Jacobo Diaz (206-F-96) of Palma
Spain

Ivan Cruz Uceda (208-C/F-91) of Breogan

Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold All-Imports Team 2021

Pitts

Bropleh

Norelia

Allen

Nwogbo

All-Imports Team
USA

Justin Pitts (178-PG-94) of Alicante
USA

Thomas Bropleh (196-F/G-91) of Granada
USA

Marc-Eddy Norelia (203-F-93) of Oviedo
USA

Noah Allen (201-SF-95) of Alicante
Nigeria

Lotanna Nwogbo (203-F/C-93) of Coruna

Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LEB Gold All-Bosmans Team 2021

Cvetinovic

Sollazzo

Kacinas

Schaftenaar

Larsen

All-Bosmans Team
Serbia

Nikola Cvetinovic (203-PF-88) of Almansa
USA

Adam Sollazzo (198-G-90) of Breogan
Lithuania

Mindaugas Kacinas (204-F-93) of Breogan
Holland

Roeland Schaftenaar (211-F/C-88) of Caceres
Denmark

Kevin Larsen (207-C-93) of Breogan

Rizing adds Jordan to their roster - by Dimitri Chelidze

In 2010 he was drafted by Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) in the second round (44th overall). The former University of Tulsa standout is in his twelfth (!!!) season in pro basketball.

The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to USBasket.com All-D-League 3rd Team back in 2013.

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SWEDEN

Medjedoub re-signs at Nassjo - by Eurobasket News

KFUM Nassjo Basket (Basketligan) confirmed in their roster 27-year old forward Abdou Medjedoub (198cm) for new 2021-22 season. Medjedoub has played there for the last three seasons. He helped them to make it to the semifinals.
He has played previously for two other teams: Norrkoping Dolphins and IK Eos.
Medjedoub won Swedish Basketligan championship title in 2018.

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SWITZERLAND

Bonn signs Michael Kessens - by Eurobasket News

(via @scorers1st)

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SYRIA

Standings - D1

Division I Standings

Semi-Finals: Round 1

Jun. 24: Al Wahda - Al Jaish
Jun. 26: Al Ittihad - Al Karameh

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TURKEY

Akhisar Bld keeps Kansu for another season - by Eurobasket News

Akhisar Belediye (TBL) re-signed 24-year old 191cm guard Berkay Kansu for new season. Kansu played there last season. In 32 TBL games he averaged 6.7ppg, 3.4rpg and 1.9apg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Ankara Basket where in 12 TBL games he had just 2.6ppg and 1.2rpg.
He has played previously for three other teams: Galatasaray, Gelisim and Gediz.
His team made it to the TBL Play-Offs Semifinals in 2019.

Akhisar Bld re-sign Ursan - by Eurobasket News

Akhisar Belediye (TBL) re-signed 21-year old Can Ursan for season 2021-22. Ursan played there last season. In 30 TBL games he recorded just 2.1ppg and 1.3apg.
The previous (19-20) season he played at Ege Universitesi (TB2L).
He has played previously for two other teams: Bornova Bld and Efe Spor.
His team was Runner-Up of TB2L Group A Regular Season 2018.

Akhisar Bld keeps Koca for another season - by Eurobasket News

Akhisar Belediye (TBL) re-signed 21-year old small forward Yavuz Koca for new season. Koca has played there for the last four seasons. His stats read 3.3ppg and 2.7rpg in TBL last season.

Gecim re-signs at Anadolu Efes - by Eurobasket News

Huseyin Kandemir is a newcomer at Manisa - by Eurobasket News

Manisa Buyuksehir Belediye (TBL) strengthened their roster with addition of 25-year old 194cm guard Huseyin Kandemir for season 2021-22. Kandemir has played for the last two years at Semt77 Yalova Belediye Spor. In 38 TBL games he recorded 8.8ppg, 3.1rpg, 2.5apg and 1.2spg last season. He helped them to make it to the cup final.
He has played previously for seven other teams: Beylikduzu, Bakirkoy, FMV Isik, Gelisim, Duzce Belediye, Istanbul BBSK and Gelisim.
Kandemir's team was regular season runner-up in Turkish TB2L Group B in 2016.

Manisa Buyuksehir Belediye roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Recep Dogrusoz
Diante Watkins
Huseyin Kandemir
Sercan Topcu

Forward:
Mustafa Gorur

Center:
Ali Tuncer

De Colo re-signs at Fenerbahce - by Eurobasket News

Akhisar Bld adds Tunc to their roster - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Akhisar Belediye (TBL) added to their roster 23-year old Enes Tunc (98) for new 2021-22 season. Tunc has played for the last two seasons at UPS Spor in the D4.

Akhisar Belediye roster for 2021-2022:

Berkay Kansu
Yavuz Koca
Can Ursan
Enes Tunc

Josh Reaves joins Besiktas - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Besiktas Sompo Japan Istanbul (BSL) agreed terms with 27-year old American guard Josh Reaves (196cm-97kg-94, college: The Pennsylvania State) for new 2021-22 season. Reaves played last season at Rio Grande Valley Vipers (NBA G League) in the U.S. In 16 NBA-G-League games he had 11.7ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.8apg and 1.1spg.
He ended the previous (2019-20) season at the Mavericks in NBA where in 5 games he recorded just 2.4ppg and 1.0rpg. But the most of that year he spent at Legends in U.S. NBA-G-League. In 36 games he averaged 13.8ppg, 5.1rpg, 2.9apg and 2.0spg.
He has played also professionally in NBA G League (Texas L.).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he won NIT championship title in 2018. Reaves was also voted All-Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year in 2019.
He attended The Pennsylvania State until 2019 and it will be his third season as a professional player.

Denizli inks Jeremy Hollowell, ex Ionikos - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Fenerbahce signs Achille Polonara - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Can Mutaf signs at Darussafaka - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Can Korkmaz agreed terms with Pinar Karsiyaka - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

Darussafaka signs Wayne McCullough, ex Lahti - by Fersu Yahyabeyoglu

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UGANDA

BASKETBALL LEAGUE: Sserunjogi irked by league suspension - by Eurobasket News

The Uganda Basketball league could be only 42 days of the national lockdown away from restarting following a national council of sports Suspension that preceded the presidential directive to halt all sports activities. Federation of Uganda Basketball Associations president Nasser Sserunjogi says the national lockdown now supersedes the national council of sports Suspension and as soon as it is lifted the basketball league will resume. Sserunjogi also says the basketball league suspension was not done in good faith and it has negatively affected the basketball fraternity.
Courtesy of: ntv.co.ug

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UKRAINE

Vitaliy Kowalenko signs at Kociewskie Diably - by Eurobasket Center

Andrii Voinalovych signs at Kyiv Basket - by Sergey Cherkasov

BC Kyiv Basket (Superleague) landed 21-year old international 207cm small forward Andrii Voinalovych for new season. Voinalovych has played for the last three years at Khimik. In 38 Superleague games he averaged 9.8ppg, 3.1rpg and 1.2apg last season. Good year as he was voted League Player of the Week.
He has been also a member of Ukrainian international program for some years. He played for Ukrainian senior team this year and previously for U18 National Team in 2017.
Voinalovych represented Ukraine at the European Championships U20 in Tel Aviv (Israel) two years ago. His stats at that event were 7 games: Score-5(18.4ppg), 7.0rpg, Blocks-5(1.4bpg), FGP: 55.8%, 3PT: 28.0%, FT: 73.3%.
He has played previously for BK Khimik Yuzhny 2nd team.
Among many awards his team won Ukrainian Cup in 2020. He was selected to Ukrainian Superleague All-Star Game in 2020.

Dnipro signs Pavlo Krutous - by Sergey Cherkasov

BK Dnipro (Superleague) signed 29-year old international swingman Pavlo Krutous (201cm-93kg) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Krutous has played for the last three seasons at Kyiv Basket in the Superleague. In 46 games he had 6.1ppg, 2.0rpg and 1.2apg last season. He helped them to win the regular season and make it to the semifinals. He also played 4 games in FIBA Europe Cup where he recorded just 1.8ppg and 1.3rpg.
Krutous has been also a member of Ukrainian international program for some years. He has regularly played for Ukrainian senior team since 2015 and previously for U20 National Team between 2011 and 2012.
He also represented Ukraine at the European Championships six years ago. His stats at that event were 3 games: 0.7ppg, 1.0rpg.
Krutous has played previously professionally also in Estonia (Kalev/Cramo) and Ukraine (Budivelnyk, BC Kyiv and Sportlitsey).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others he was voted to Eurobasket.com Ukrainian Superleague All-Domestic Players Team in 2019.

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Shabab Al-Ahly defeats Kuwait and its former coach and leads the Gulf Basketball - by Eurobasket News

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UNITED KINGDOM

Emondre Rickman (ex Surrey S.) is a newcomer at Oberwart - by Igor Obradovic

Wake Forest land Matthew Marsh - by Eurobasket News

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URUGUAY

Standings - LUB

LUB Standings

Stats Leaders - LUB

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Donald SIMS

Bigua
(190-G-87)
Avg: 26.7

26.7

24.2

23.1

21.9

21.6

Bigua top Nacional to lift LUB trophy - by Eurobasket News

Nacional - Bigua 76-86

Bigua earned LUB title. They topped Nacional on the road in the decider to capture the trophy. Bigua led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. Americans were the main players on the court. Guard Donald Sims (190-87, college: App State, agency: Pensack Sports) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 10 assists for the winners and forward Victor Rudd (206-91, college: S.Florida) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. Power forward Charles Mitchell (203-93, college: Georgia Tech, agency: Slash Sports) responded with 17 points and 8 rebounds and Dominique Morrison (198-89, college: ORU, agency: Haylett Sports) scored 20 points. Four Nacional players scored in double figures.
Top scorers:
Nacional: D.Morrison 20+2reb+3ast, C.Mitchell 17+8reb+2ast, D.Collier 16+6reb+1ast, M.Romero 12+7reb+2ast, C.Cabezas 5+6reb+5ast, E.Batista 3+3reb
Bigua: D.Sims 30+4reb+10ast, V.Rudd 17+6reb+1ast, I.Loriente 10+3reb, H.Passos 9+10reb+3ast, H.Alvarez 9+1reb, M.Rojas 6+3reb

H.Americano tabs Juan Ducasse, ex Trouville - by Eurobasket News

Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB Awards 2021 - by Igor Obradovic

Finals MVP: USA

Donald Sims (190-G-87) of Bigua
Player of the Year: USA

Donald Sims (190-G-87) of Bigua
Guard of the Year: USA

Donald Sims (190-G-87) of Bigua
Forward of the Year: USA

Devon Collier (203-PF-91) of Nacional
Center of the Year: Brazil

Hatila Passos (211-C-85) of Bigua
Domestic Player of the Year: Uruguay

Santiago Vidal (180-PG-89) of Bigua
Import Player of the Year: USA

Donald Sims (190-G-87) of Bigua
Defensive Player of the Year: Italy

Leandro Morales (186-SG-80) of Aguada
Coach of the Year: Hernan Laginestra of Bigua

Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB 1st Team 2021

Vidal

Hogan

Sims

Collier

Passos

1st Team
Uruguay

Santiago Vidal (180-PG-89) of Bigua
USA

Skyler Hogan (196-G-97) of Olimpia
USA

Donald Sims (190-G-87) of Bigua
USA

Devon Collier (203-PF-91) of Nacional
Brazil

Hatila Passos (211-C-85) of Bigua

Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB 2nd Team 2021

Pomoli

Elliott

Jackson

Lee

Boone

2nd Team
Uruguay

Nicola Pomoli (195-G/F-99) of Malvin
USA

Marcus Elliott (196-G-84) of Urunday
USA

Corbin Jackson (201-F-92) of Urunday
USA

Tyrone Lee (206-F-90) of Urunday
USA

Josh Boone (208-F/C-84) of Defensor

Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB 3rd Team 2021

Thomas

Morales

Morrison

Rudd

Harrison

3rd Team
USA

Davaunta Thomas (196-G-95) of Capitol
Italy

Leandro Morales (186-SG-80) of Aguada
USA

Dominique Morrison (198-SF-89) of Nacional
USA

Victor Rudd (206-F-91) of Bigua
USA

Paul Harrison (204-C-89) of Capitol

Honorable Mention
USA

Charles Mitchell (203-F/C-93) of Nacional
Uruguay

Brian Garcia (182-PG-90) of Olimpia
USA

Marvin Phillips (201-F-83) of Olimpia
Lithuania

Zygimantas Riauka (206-C-93) of Olimpia
USA

Aaron Fuller (198-F-89) of Malvin
Germany

Kiril Wachsmann (203-C-84) of Malvin
Uruguay

Federico Pereiras (190-PG-94) of Aguada
USA

Lee Roberts (201-F/C-87) of Aguada
Uruguay

Miguel Barriola (191-F-90) of Capitol
Uruguay

Salvador Zanotta (185-G-95) of Capitol
USA

Jarrid Famous (211-C/F-88) of Penarol
Puerto Rico

David Huertas (196-G/F-87) of Arecibo
Spain

Jhonatan Araujo (208-C-96) of Penarol
Argentina

Alexis Elsener (195-F-88) of Goes
Italy

Damian Tintorelli (205-C-81) of Trouville
Uruguay

Gaston Semiglia (185-F-91) of Hebraica
Uruguay

Martin Trelles (187-PG-96) of Estudiantes O.
USA

Will Artino (211-C/F-92) of Hebraica

Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB All-Domestic Players Team 2021

Vidal

Agarbado

Morales

Rojas

Passos

All-Domestic Players Team
Uruguay

Santiago Vidal (180-PG-89) of Bigua
Uruguay

Abel Agarbado (179-G-93) of Olimpia
Uruguay

Leandro Morales (186-SG-80) of Aguada
Uruguay

Martin Rojas (194-F-98) of Bigua
Uruguay

Hatila Passos (211-C-85) of Bigua

Latinbasket.com All-Uruguay LUB All-Imports Team 2021

Hogan

Sims

Collier

Jackson

Boone

All-Imports Team
USA

Skyler Hogan (196-G-97) of Olimpia
USA

Donald Sims (190-G-87) of Bigua
USA

Devon Collier (203-PF-91) of Nacional
USA

Corbin Jackson (201-F-92) of Urunday
USA

Josh Boone (208-F/C-84) of Defensor

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Women News

Tayla Brazel signs with Adelaide Lightning - by Eurobasket News

She's one of the most exciting talents and South Australian recruits in many years. She crashed onto the scene with a bang in NBL1 Central with the Sturt Sabres, produced some exceptional numbers and play in the recent U18 National Championships, and higher honours are now following with a new contract for development player Tayla Brazel (182-F/C-04). Adelaide Lightning are thrilled to announce the signing of exciting prospect and one of the fastest rising stars in South Australian girls basketball, Tayla Brazel to their 2021/2022 WNBL Roster. Brazel is just 17 years-old, but the 5'11 guard has already impressed many in her development over the past few years with her showing at the recent Under 18 National Championship. Brazel was in the top two for scoring where she averaged 22.75 ppg, 5.88 rebounds, 3 steals, 2.75 assists and shot the ball at 45.1 percent from the field as well as dropping 36.84 percent from beyond the arc. 'I was really pleased with my performance at the Under 18 Championships and I guess it was an opportunity for Chris Lucas to have a look at me as a potential player. During that tournament I wanted to show all the hard work I'd put in particularly the last few years in my development,' Brazel shared about her strong showing at the championships. Brazel has also been recently called up to the U19 Gems squad, something our Adelaide Lightning head coach Chris Lucas sees as another step in her exciting development. 'I am extremely excited about her talent and with hard work and dedication, she will become an extremely valuable member of the Lightning moving forward,' Lucas shared. Those who have caught Brazel in NBL1 Central this season for the Sturt Sabres can see the raw talent on display averaging 12.2 shooting at 50 percent from the field, including 57.1 percent from beyond the arc and 3.2 rebounds. This included a 25 point/6 rebound haul against the South Adelaide Panthers and 19 point/5 rebound against the Forestville Eagles. 'I'm still a junior in an Under 18 team, however to be able to also play with the NBL1 Central girls it gave me the opportunity to play with those bigger bodies and gain experience in a fast-tracked way which is helping my development at all levels,' Brazel described of her season in the league. Brazel reflects the dream of club chair Bruce Spangler of having a pathway through South Australia basketball for girls to be able to start their professional career with the Adelaide Lightning rather than other options often taken at this age bracket. 'This is the pathway in action coming to fruition through our club as a legitimate pathway for female basketballers in South Australia. Girls will also have the opportunity to further tuition through the South Australian universities as part of this; a vision for the club I set when I first started,' Spangler beamed about the signing and his dream beginning to take shape. Brazel is looking forward to mixing it with her fellow team-mates already excited about the prospect of what she can learn from them. 'Its such a great opportunity, Chris is such a great coach and the opportunity to play and training with and against girls like Alanna Smith, Steph Talbot and Taylor Ortlepp, it's such a dream to be able to learn off them.' She knows that already the work for her WNBL professional career is about to ramp up as she meets the challenges ahead in her next chapter. 'Chris has already said my work-rate naturally will need to rise to a higher level for WNBL and I am also looking to improve shooting particularly my mid-range and to be ready for the intensity side of things for my game. My defence will also need to be up to the level where I need to be quick and light on my feet and I feel that will prepare me well for my first season.' Tayla Brazel will be one to watch in WNBL Season 2021/2022, the Gems U19 campaign and the remainder of the NBL1 Central 2021 for the top two Sabres.
Courtesy of: wnbl.basketball

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BELARUS

Petah Tikva sign Hooper - by Lior Mor

Hapoel Petah Tikva (D1) inked 29-year old American 188cm forward Jordan Hooper, college: Nebraska for upcoming season. Hooper joins another USA player Kenisha Bell who is already in the roster.
She played most recently at Tsmoki-Minsk in Belarusian Premier League. In 13 games she was league's third best scorer with impressive 15.3ppg and had 8.8rpg (#5 in the league), 2.7apg and 3.1spg (leader !!!) last season. She helped them to make it to the Belarusian League final after they ended regular season as second best team. Good year as she was voted League Player of the Week. Hooper also spent pre-season at Katarzynki in Polish league.
In 2014 she was drafted by Tulsa Shock (WNBA) in second round (13th overall).
The former University of Nebraska standout is in her eighth season in pro basketball.
She represented USA at the World University Games in Kazan (Russia) eight years ago.
She is a very experienced player. Hooper has quite traveled the world as her pro career brought her to six different countries on four different continents (Europe, Asia, Australia and of course North America). She has played previously professionally in Australia (Canberra Capitals and SEQ), Lebanon (Homentmen Antelias), Puerto Rico, Turkey (Besiktas and Istanbul Universitesi SK), WNBA (Connecticut Sun, Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream) and Israel (Ramat Hasharon and Holon).
Among many awards Hooper's college team won Big Ten Tournament in 2014. She received All-Big Ten Player of the Year award and WBCA All-NCAA D1 Team award back in 2014.

Hapoel Petah Tikva roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Kenisha Bell
Hadar Hadad
Ayala Roth
Noa Givon

Forward:
Jordan Hooper

2021 EuroBasket: Belarus thump Sweden, reach semis - by Eurobasket News

Belarus - Sweden 58-46

Belarus advanced into European Championship semifinals. They overwhelmed Sweden in the quarterfinal clash in Valencia tonight. Maryia Papova (188-F-94) posted 18 points and 11 rebounds to lead the winners.
Belarus limited their opponents to just 10 points in the first period to take a 5-point lead. The second quarter got even worse offensively for the Scandinavian side. They managed just 4 points in the quarter to trail by 12 points at the big break 14-26. Belarus maintained the lead throughout the third term. They entered the fourth quarter up by 14 points 45-31. Belarus dominated in the fourth term keeping Sweden at bay and racing to the victory. Anastasiya Veremeenko (194-C-87) had 16 points and 10 rebounds in the win. Frida Eldebrink (174-G-88) answered with 11 points for Sweden.

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BELGIUM

Coach Aurelien Garraux signs at Namur - by Peter Buyse

Basket Namur Capitale (Top Division Women) re-hired coach Aurelien Garraux for new season. Garraux helped them to win the League title.

He takes over from former head coach Philip Mestdagh who is leaving Belgium to go coach in France next season.

2021 EuroBasket: Julie Allemand hits late jumper to propel Belgium past Russia - by Eurobasket News

Belgium - Russia 85-83

Belgium will play in European Championship semifinal. They edged Russia in a thrilling quarterfinal battle tonight. Julie Allemand (173-PG-96, agency: LBM Management) sank a late jumper to win the game for Belgium.
The teams went neck and neck throughout the first period. Belgium eked out a 21-20 lead after ten minutes. They extended the lead in the second term. Belgium piled up a 43-37 halftime lead. Russia poured in 21 points in the third term to pull within 5 points. Kseniia Levchenko (167-PG-96) and Nina Glonti (188-C-97, agency: LBM Management) put Russia within two points late in regulation. Raisa Musina (191-F/C-98) and Maria Vadeeva (193-C-98) then followed with four quick points to draw things even at 83 with 33 seconds remaining. But Julie Allemand responded with a jumper to restore the lead for Belgium. Raisa Musina and Nina Glonti missed their attempts and Belgium got away with a tough victory. Emma Meesseman (192-C-93, agency: LBM Management) finished with 33 points, while Kim Mestdagh (179-SG-90, college: Colorado St.) added 19 points in the victory. Maria Vadeeva replied with 30 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for Russia.

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BOSNIA

2021 EuroBasket: France stop Bosnia in the quarterfinal clash - by Eurobasket News

France - Bosnia 80-67

France punched their European Championship semifinal ticket. They toppled Bosnia in Strasbourg tonight to advance. Sandrine Gruda (193-C-87) and Marine Johannes (174-G-95) finished with 15 points each for the hosts.
France eked out an 18-16 lead after the first period. Les Bleues maintained the lead throughout the second quarter. France established a 39-31 halftime lead. They followed with a strong third period. France poured in 24 points to stretch the margin at 17-point mark heading into the fourth term. Bosnia narrowed the gap in the final frame but could not avoid the loss. Endene Nwal-Endene Miyem (188-PF-88) produced 14 points in the victory. Jonquel Jones (198-C-94, college: GWU) answered with 29 points and 24 rebounds for Bosnia.

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BRAZIL

Milano inks Tayara Madonna - by Eurobasket News

Pallacanestro Sanga Milano (Serie A2) signed 29-year old naturalized Brazilian swingman Tayara Madonna (170cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Madonna played last season at Autosped Castelnuovo Scrivia. In 26 Serie A2 games she had 10.7ppg, 2.7rpg, 3.1apg and 1.5spg.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Use Scotti Rosa Empoli (Serie A1) where in 9 games she recorded 11.0ppg, 2.4rpg, 3.9apg and 1.1spg.
She was a member of Italian U20 National Team back in 2011.
She has played previously for five other teams: La Spezia, Vicenza, Udine, Ancona and Irpino.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team was regular season runner-up in Italian A2 Group B in 2017. Madonna was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian A2 3rd Team back in 2018.

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CANADA

York hire coach Eniojukan - by Eurobasket News

York University hired coach Christa Eniojukan for new 2021-22 season. Eniojukan has coached for the last two seasons at Ontario Tech. She guided Canadian 3x3 team at the Youth Olympic Games in 2011.

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CYPRUS

Anagennises keep Merkouri for another season - by Antonis Katsaros

Anagennises Yermasogias (Division A) re-signed experienced 45-year old naturalized British 182cm power forward Chrystalla Merkouri for upcoming season. Merkouri is the second import player in the roster as USA Cassidy Mihalko signed here earlier.
She played there last season. In 16 Division A games she recorded 9.0ppg, 7.6rpg, 2.6apg and 1.5spg. She helped them to make it to the semifinals. Great season indeed as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Cyprus League Honorable Mention.
Merkouri has spent her entire career in Cyprus playing for six other teams: Asbis AEL Limassol, Apoel, Keravnos, Petrolina AEK Larnaca, Zinonas and Phoenix.
Among many awards her team won Cyprus Supercup in 2017, 2018 and 2020.
It may be one of last seasons in her extensive career, which she may end at Anagennises.

Anagennises Yermasogias roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Antigoni Anaxagorou
Cassidy Mihalko
Mezra Torlak
Despina Ivanova

Forward:
Chrystalla Merkouri

Center:
Styliana Velinova

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EGYPT

Al Gezira lands Janae Smith, ex Ujbuda - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

Al Gezira Cairo (Superleague) tabbed 28-year old American 188cm forward Janae Smith, college: UAB for new season. Smith played most recently at Ujbuda in Hungarian A Division. In 22 games she averaged 14.5ppg, 8.4rpg, 1.5apg and 1.3spg last season. She helped them to win the group title. She can count that season as a very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Hungarian League Honorable Mention.

The previous (19-20) season she played at Gorizont in Belarusian Premier League where in 18 games she was the best scorer with impressive 17.3ppg and recorded 8.8rpg (leader !!!), 2.7apg and 1.4spg. Smith contributed to her team ending the regular season as at the second position in the league.

A very impressive season as she was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Belarusian League Forward of the Year, selected to 1st Team and League Player of the Week (4 times). She also played 7 games in EWBL where she had very remarkable stats: 20.4ppg, 10.9rpg and 2.4spg. Impressive indeed as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-EWBL 1st Team, All-Imports Team and also here League Player of the Week.

She is a very experienced player. Smith has played also professionally in Germany (TSV 1880 Wasserburg and Braunschweig), Greece (Panathinaikos and Niki Lefkadas), Israel (Petah Tikva), Poland (Poznan) and Slovakia (MBK).

She attended University of Alabama at Birmingham until 2015 and it will be her seventh season in pro basketball.

Let's have closer look into Her outlook: Janae mobile and athletic forward that can do multiple jobs on the court. She can score with face and back t the basket, create for her teammates and rebound well. Smith has big overseas experience as she has played in Greece, Slovakia, Israel, Poland and Belarus.

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EL SALVADOR

Gladis Maravilla claims Salvadorean Liga Superior Hoops Agents weekly honour - by Eurobasket News

Experienced Gladis Maravilla (185-C-85) had an amazing evening in the last round for SAN MARCOS and that's her to receive a Hoops Agents Player of the Week award for round 6.
The 35-year old center had a double-double of 15 points and thirteen rebounds, while her team beat Chilis (#11, 0-4), the league's bottom-ranked team 82-71. San Marcos maintains the 3rd position in Salvadorean Liga Superior. They maintain a perfect record without any lost game in the league. The season is still on an early stage, but San Marcos already had a very good start winning all 4 without losing a single one. In the team's last game Maravilla had a remarkable 54.5% from 2-point range. She has many years of experience at San Marcos, through which she has constantly improved. Maravilla has impressive league stats. She is in league's top in points (5th best: 14.7ppg), rebounds (9th best: 10.7rpg) and averages solid 66.7% FGP.

The second most remarkable performance in last round's games was 19-year old shooting guard Ana Hernandez (165-SG-01) of Sivar. Hernandez impressed basketball fans with 24 points and 5 rebounds. Of course she led Sivar to another comfortable win outscoring Usulutan R. (#13, 0-4) 113-16. This victory allowed Sivar to move up to 7th position in the standings. Her team lost some distance to top teams. But 2-2 record is not bad and everything may still change. Hernandez is one of the most experienced players at Sivar and has a reputation of one of team's most reliable players.

The third best performed player last round was Ana Ruiz (159-SG-05) of Chilis (#11). Ruiz scored 27 points and grabbed eleven rebounds (!!!). Despite Ruiz's great performance Chilis lost 71-82 to the league's current leader San Marcos (#3, 4-0). But her team cannot count on just a single shooter as she also needs help of the other teammates. Ruiz has individually a great season in El Salvador. After only 4 games, she made it on the list of the league's leaders in points with 13.5ppg (8th best).

Other top performing players last week:
4. Karla Candelas (172-PG-88) of Anfy - 14 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists
5. Alejandra Menendez (175-PF) of Anfy - 11 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists
6. Allison Marroquin (167-SF-03) of Sivar - 22 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists
7. Andrea Cristales (175-C-97) of Teclenas - 21 points and 14 rebounds
8. Leslie Sermeno (176-C-97) of Bulldogs - 10 points and 5 rebounds
9. Andrea Batres (170-G/F-93) of Bulldogs - 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists
10. Andrea Carballo (168-SG-97) of San Marcos - 16 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists

The Player of the week is selected based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc.
The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy.
The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3*(REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4*(2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3*(2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3*(3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)

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EUROLEAGUE

Beatrice Del Pero is a newcomer at Schio - by Eurobasket News

Famila Wuber Schio (Serie A1) strengthened their roster with addition of 22-year old point guard Beatrice Del Pero (180cm) for season 2021-22. Del Pero played last season at Costa Masnaga.
She represented Italy at the European Championships U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) two years ago. Del Pero's team won Gold and her stats at that event were 7 games: 7.0ppg, 2.1rpg, 2.6apg, FGP: 47.8%, 3PT: 25.0%, FT: 75.0%.
She has played previously for two other teams: Torino and Battipaglia.
Her team was regular season runner-up in Italian A2 Group North in 2018.

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EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Stats Leaders Div.A (Women)

Stats Leaders

PPG

RPG

APG

SPG

BPG

Emma MEESSEMAN

BEL
(192-C-93)
Avg: 23.8

23.8

22.4

20.3

19.4

17.3

2021 EuroBasket: Russia crush Slovenia to enter quarterfinal - by Eurobasket News

Russia - Slovenia 93-75

Russia claimed their European Championship quarterfinal ticket as they breezed past Slovenia in the qualification game. Elizaveta Komarova (174-PG-95) scored 20 points to lead the winners.
Russia got to a furious start. They jumped off to a 28-13 lead after ten minutes. Russia extended the margin at 49-29 at the big break. Slovenia managed to match the tempo with their opponents in the second half but it was too late to salvage the game as Russia marched to the win. Raisa Musina (191-F/C-98) produced 19 points and 14 rebounds for Russia. Shante Evans (185-F/C-91, college: Hofstra) answered with 21 points, while Eva Lisec (193-C-95, agency: LBM Management) added 19 points in the losing case.

2021 EuroBasket: Spain march past Montenegro - by Eurobasket News

Spain - Montenegro 78-51

Spain secured their European Championship quarterfinal spot. They drubbed Montenegro in the qualifier. Maria Conde (187-F-97, college: FSU) netted 19 points to lead the winners.
Spain dropped 26 points in the first period to ensure an 8-point lead. Spain limited Montenegro to just 9 points in the second term to secure a 45-27 halftime lead. Spain continued their dominance performance in the second half. They held Montenegro to just 24 points and raced to a comfortable victory. Astou Ndour (198-C-94) delivered 17 points in the win. Jelena Dubljevic (191-C-87, agency: BeoBasket), Milica Jovanovic (189-F-89) and Markeisha Gatling (196-C-92, college: NC State) banked in 10 points each for Montenegro.

2021 EuroBasket: Belarus thump Sweden, reach semis - by Eurobasket News

2021 EuroBasket: France stop Bosnia in the quarterfinal clash - by Eurobasket News

2021 EuroBasket: Julie Allemand hits late jumper to propel Belgium past Russia - by Eurobasket News

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FRANCE

2021 EuroBasket: France stop Bosnia in the quarterfinal clash - by Eurobasket News

Aulnoye tabs Nukiya Mayo, ex PAOK - by Eurobasket News

Aulnoye-Aymeries (LF2) inked 22-year old American 190cm swingman Nukiya Mayo, college: Towson for upcoming season. Mayo played most recently at PAOK Thessaloniki in Greek A1 league. In 14 games she was the best scorer with impressive 20.1ppg and recorded 8.9rpg (#5 in the league), 1.7spg (in top 4) and 1.3bpg last season. A very good season in her career as she was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Greek League Co-Newcomer of the Year, voted to 2nd Team and selected to All-Defensive Team.
She graduated from Towson University in 2020 and it is her second season in pro basketball.

Aulnoye signs Meiya Tirera - by Eurobasket News

Aulnoye-Aymeries (LF2) signed experienced 35-year old Mali ex-international power forward Meiya Tirera (188cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Tirera is the second import player in the roster as USA Nukiya Mayo signed here earlier.
She played last season at IDK Eustotren in Spanish Liga Dia. In 29 games she had 8.9ppg, 3.1rpg and 1.1apg.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Valencia BC (also in Liga Dia) where in 22 games she recorded 8.7ppg and 4.6rpg. She also played 10 games in Eurocup where she averaged 14.9ppg, 3.5rpg, 1.0apg and 1.2spg.
Tirera represented Mali at the African Championships in Yaounde (Cameroon) six years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 6.3ppg, 4.4rpg, 2.4apg, FGP: 36.6%, 3PT: 13.3%, FT: 72.7%.
She is quite experienced player. She has played also professionally in Bulgaria (Haskovo 2012), Tunisia (CS Sfaxien) and Mali (Djoliba Athletic Club Bamako).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team made it to the LFB Semifinals in 2019. Tirera was voted to Afrobasket.com All-Afrobasket 2nd Team in 2019.

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GERMANY

German U20 National Team 2021 - by Igor Obradovic

German U20 National Team 2021

Bessoir

Helmig

Kiefer

Kleine-Beek

Konstantinidou

Emily Bessoir

193-F-01

UCLA

Bianca Helmig

166-PG-02

Speyer

Lisa Kiefer

187-PF-02

Marburg

Meret Kleine-Beek

185-F-01

Halle

Maria Konstantinidou

186-PF-02

Freiburg

Pauline Mayer

172-PG-01

Freiburg

Luisa Nufer

184-SG-02

Freiburg

Sarah Polleros

185-PF-02

Herner

Victoria Poros

175-G-01

Osnabrueck Germany

Stella Reichert

188-F-01

Gruenberg

Nina Rosemeyer

186-SG-01

Braunschweig Germany

Lotta Stach

177-SG-02

Rotenburg

Emilia Tenbrock

180-SG-02

Bamberg

Selma Yesilova

177-G-01

XCYDE Angels Germany

Sidney Parsons

Head Coach

Wasserburg Germany

Thomas is back at Lady Monarchs, ex Keltern - by Eurobasket News

Flint Lady Monarchs agreed terms with 29-year old point guard Jasmine Thomas (5'9'-91, college: Michigan State). It is actually her comeback to Lady Monarchs as she has played here before. Thomas has played for the last five seasons at Rutronik Stars Keltern in German DBBL. In 24 games she had 9.6ppg, 4.2rpg, 2.5apg and 1.9spg previous season. She helped them to win the DBBL title. 2020-21 was a great season as she was voted Eurobasket.com All-German DBBL Finals MVP, named to 2nd Team and named to All-Imports Team.
She has played also professionally in Israel (Petah Tikva) and Sweden (Mark).
Thomas attended Michigan State until 2013 and it will be her ninth season as a professional player.

Cuic re-signs at Osnabrueck - by Eurobasket News

GiroLive Panthers Osnabruck SC (DBBL) confirmed in their roster Milica Cuic for new 2021-22 season. Cuic played there last season. In 15 DBBL games she recorded 4.5ppg, 1.9rpg and 1.5apg.

Keltern tabs Lashann Higgs, ex Bembibre - by Eurobasket News

Rutronik Stars Keltern (DBBL) inked 25-year old American 175cm guard Lashann Higgs, college: Texas for upcoming season. Higgs played most recently at Embutidos Pajariel Bembibre PDM in Spanish Liga Dia. In 29 games she was league's third best scorer with impressive 15.8ppg and recorded 4.2rpg, 1.1apg and 1.1spg last season. A very good year in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week (2 times).
She graduated from University of Texas in 2020 and it is her second season in pro basketball.

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GREECE

Aulnoye tabs Nukiya Mayo, ex PAOK - by Eurobasket News

Stephanie Madden (ex PAOK) signs at IDK Eustotren - by Eurobasket News

IDK Eustotren (Liga Dia) landed 32-year old American 186cm power forward Stephanie Madden, college: Langston for new season. Madden played most recently at PAOK Thessaloniki in Greek A1 league. In 11 games she was league's fourth best scorer with impressive 16.9ppg and recorded 11.3rpg (leader !!!) and 4.5apg (top 5) last season. It was a very successful year in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Greek League 3rd Team and League Player of the Week (2 times). She also played for Canik Belediye in Turkish KBSL where in 19 games she was the best scorer with remarkable 27.5ppg and averaged 13.1rpg (#2 in the league), 3.3apg and 1.8spg. She can count that season as a very successful as was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Turkish KBSL Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week.
Madden is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball she experienced life in six different countries playing on three different continents. She is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. She has played previously professionally in Czech Republic (KP Brno and Slavia), Denmark, Germany (Gruner Stern Keltern and Hannover), Israel (Petah Tikva), Switzerland (Fribourg) and Uruguay (Malvin).
Among many awards she won CEWL championship title in 2017. Madden was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 Import Player of the Year back in 2013.
She attended Langston University, OK until 2011 and it will be her eleventh (!!!) season in pro basketball.

IDK Eustotren roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Yurena Diaz
Laura Cornelius
Alex Harden

Forwards:
Stephanie Madden
Joy Adams
Cristina Soriano

Center:
Mariam Coulibaly

(via @CompeticionFEB)

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GWBA

Thomas is back at Lady Monarchs, ex Keltern - by Eurobasket News

Taylor is back at Lady Monarchs, ex Gran Canaria - by Eurobasket News

Flint Lady Monarchs agreed terms with 25-year old guard Sparkle Taylor (5'10'-95, college: UTEP). It is actually her comeback to Lady Monarchs as she has played here before. Taylor has played for the last two seasons at Gran Canaria in Spanish Liga Dia. In 31 games she was league's second best scorer with impressive 18.2ppg and averaged 4.5rpg, 1.7apg and 1.1spg previous season. 2020-21 was a great year as she was named to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB Honorable Mention and League Player of the Week.
She has played also professionally in Cyprus (Apollon).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she won GWBA championship title in 2018. She was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 1st Team in 2020.
Taylor attended University of Texas at El Paso until 2017 and it will be her fifth season as a professional player.
She could be described: Sparkle is a 178cm very good mid-range shooter, she creates for her teammate, plays hard on both ends, creates her own shot, attacks the basket strong, great help defender, shoot of the bounce, affective off picks and rolls and controls the tempo. She can score with multiple ways and is a great rebounder for her position. On her strong points her quickness is her main characteristic.

Lady Monarchs sign Ameryst Alston, ex Winterthur - by Eurobasket News

Flint Lady Monarchs signed 27-year old guard Ameryst Alston (5'9'-93, college: Ohio State). Alston played last season at BC Winterthur in Swiss SBL league. In 29 games she was league's second best scorer with impressive 23.3ppg and averaged 6.5rpg, 5.7apg (leader !!!) and 2.5spg (in top 4) previous season. She helped them to make it to both league and Supercup final after they ended regular season as second best team. 2020-21 was a great season as she was voted Eurobasket.com All-Swiss SBL Player of the Year, Import Player of the Year and named to 1st Team.
In 2016 she was drafted by New York Liberty (WNBA) in second round (24th overall).
The former Ohio State standout is in her sixth season in pro basketball.
She has played also professionally in Finland (Kouvottaret), Israel (Maccabi Ramat Gan) and Spain (Zamarat, Gernika and Al-Qazeres).
Alston's team won Finnish League Regular Season in 2020.

Caitlin Jenkins is a newcomer at Lady Monarchs - by Eurobasket News

Flint Lady Monarchs strengthened their roster with addition of forward Caitlin Jenkins (6'3', college: Rutgers). The last time (20) she played at Georgia Disciples (WUBA). Jenkins missed last season due to covid-19 restrictions and had longer break from professional basketball.
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others her team made it to the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals in 2019. She was voted to C-USA All-Freshman Team back in 2016.
She graduated from Rutgers University in 2019 and it will be her third season as a professional player.

Stasha Carey signs at Lady Monarchs - by Eurobasket News

Flint Lady Monarchs landed 25-year old 6-2 forward Stasha Carey, college: Rutgers, agency: LBM Management. The last time (20) she played at GIE Matrix (WUBA).
She has played previously professionally in France (Calais) and Switzerland (Troistorrents).
Among many awards her team made it to the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals in 2019. She was voted to All-Big Ten 2nd Team in 2019.
Carey attended Rutgers University until 2019 and it will be her third season in pro basketball.

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HUNGARY

Al Gezira lands Janae Smith, ex Ujbuda - by Abdul Hamid Addasi

She attended University of Alabama at Birmingham until 2015 and it will be her seventh season in pro basketball.

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IRELAND

Irish U18 National Team 2021 - by Igor Obradovic

Irish U18 National Team 2021

Finn

Hickey

Keane

McCarthy

McCleane

Lucy Coogan

180-F-04

Shannon Cunningham

175-G/F-03

Hazel Finn

177-PG-03

Maree

Ellie Glavin

168-PG-03

Emma Glavin

175-G/F-03

Sarah Hickey

180-G-04

WIT Wildcats Ireland

Rebecca Hynes

168-PG-03

Maria Kealy

175-G/F-04

Sinead Keane

181-G-03

Trinity Meteors Ireland

170-PG-03

178-F-03

171-G-03

172-G-03

Maree

Sophie Moore

174-G-03

Ella O'Donnell

185-SF-03

Trinity Meteors Ireland

Thomas O'Mahony

Head Coach

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ISRAEL

Haifa inks Dana Evans - by Lior Mor

Maccabi Haifa (D1) agreed terms with 22-year old American point guard Dana Evans (168cm-98, college: Louisville) for new 2021-22 season. Evans play this summer at Chicago Sky (WNBA). In 7 games she had 3.7ppg.
Evans was drafted by Dallas Wings (WNBA) in second round (13th overall).
She just graduated from University of Louisville and it is her first season in pro basketball.

Petah Tikva sign Hooper - by Lior Mor

Holon keeps Raber for another season - by Lior Mor

Elitzur Holon (D1) re-signed 24-year old international 183cm forward Danielle Raber for upcoming season. Raber played there last season. In 25 D1 games she averaged 8.0ppg, 5.0rpg, 1.9apg and 1.5spg. She helped them to make it to the semifinals.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Maccabi Ramat Gan where in 15 D1 games she had 5.2ppg, 4.3rpg, 1.3apg and 1.1spg. She contributed to her team winning the regular season.
Raber has been also a member of Israeli international program for some years. She has regularly played for Israeli senior team since 2016 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2015.
She represented Israel at the World Maccabiah Games four years ago. Raber's team won Silver.
Raber has played previously professionally also in Australia (Cougars) and Israel (Ramla, ASA Jerusalem and Hapoel Rishon Le Zion).
Among many awards she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-European Championships U18 Division B Honorable Mention back in 2014.

Holon lands Hagag - by Lior Mor

Elitzur Holon (D1) tabbed 28-year old 168cm point guard Daniela Hagag for new season. Hagag played most recently at Hapoel Petah Tikva. In 23 D1 games she averaged 4.1ppg, 2.5rpg, 3.3apg and 1.1spg last season.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Maccabi Haifa where in 21 D1 games she had 7.6ppg, 3.4rpg, 5.0apg and 1.2spg.
She represented Israel at the European Championships U20 Division B in Klatovy (Czech Republic) nine years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 0pts.
She has played previously for Maccabi Ramat Gan.

Elitzur Holon roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Daniela Hagag

Forward:
Danielle Raber

Centers:
Kelsey Bone
Danielle Adams

Ramat Gan signs Yarden Garzon - by Lior Mor

Maccabi Ironi Ramat Gan (D1) signed 17-year old international guard Yarden Garzon (186cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Garzon has played for the last two seasons at Raanana. In 24 D1 games she had 13.5ppg, 7.3rpg, 4.5apg, 1.3spg and 1.4bpg last season. 2020-21 was a great season as she was voted Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Domestic Player of the Year and named to All-Domestic Players Team.
She also represented Israel at the European Championships U16 Division B in Podgorica (Montenegro) three years ago. Her stats at that event were 8 games: Score-4 (17.8ppg), 6.6rpg, 1.8apg, 3.3spg, FGP: 44.2%, 3PT: 34.7%, FT: 74.2%.

Maccabi Ironi Ramat Gan roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Yarden Garzon
Shani Berman

Forwards:
Lev Tal
Tamar Bar_Gal

Zipel re-signs at Rishon Le-Zion - by Lior Mor

Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (D1) confirmed in their roster 18-year old international forward Eden Zipel (183cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Zipel has played there for the last two seasons. 2020-21 was a great year as she was named to Eurobasket.com Israeli League All-Domestic Players Team.
She has been also a member of Israeli international program for some years. She has regularly played for Israeli senior team since 2020 and previously for U16 National Team between 2017 and 2018.
Zipel represented Israel at the European Championships U18 in Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina) two years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 14.4ppg, 4.9rpg, 2.1apg, 2.0spg, FGP: 41.4%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 73.9%.

Vivians is back at Ashdod - by Lior Mor

Maccabi Bnot Ashdod (D1) signed 26-year old American guard Victoria Vivians (185cm-94, college: MSU) for upcoming 2021-22 season. It is actually her comeback to Ashdod as she has played here before. Vivians play in summer at Indiana Fever (WNBA). In 15 games she had 5.7ppg and 1.7rpg. The last season she played at Zamarat in Spanish Liga Dia where in 10 games she recorded very impressive stats: 17.7ppg, 6.2rpg, 1.1apg and 1.1spg.
Three years ago she was drafted by Indiana Fever (WNBA) in first round (8th overall).
She attended Mississippi State University until 2018 and it is her fourth season in pro basketball.

Rishon Le-Zion lands Jennie Simms - by Lior Mor

Hapoel Rishon Le-Zion (D1) landed 27-year old American 183cm guard Jennie Simms, college: ODU for new season. Simms played most recently at Ramat Hasharon. In 24 D1 games in Israel she was league's third best scorer with impressive 21.7ppg and recorded 9.4rpg, 4.6apg and 1.5spg last season. She can count that year as a very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League 2nd Team and League Player of the Week.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Al-Qazeres in Spanish Liga Dia where in 22 games she was league's fifth best scorer with 14.6ppg and averaged 6.7rpg, 2.1apg and 1.4spg. A very impressive season as she was selected to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB Honorable Mention.
In 2017 she was drafted by Washington Mystics (WNBA) in second round (18th overall).
She attended Old Dominion University and it is her fifth season in pro basketball.
Simms has played previously for three other Israel teams: Ramla, Bnei Yehuda Tel Aviv and Petah Tikva.
Among many awards her team made it to the WNBA Semifinals in 2017. She received All-C-USA Player of the Year award back in 2017.

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ITALY

Marida Orazzo agreed terms with Sassari - by Eurobasket News

Dinamo Sassari (Serie A1) inked 27-year old 174cm swingman Marida Orazzo, agency: LBM Management for upcoming season. Orazzo has played for the last two years at Della Fiore Broni. In 29 Serie A1 games she recorded 13.0ppg, 3.1rpg, 2.2apg and 1.3spg last season.
She represented Italy at the European Championships U20 for Women in Udine (Italy) seven years ago. Her team won Bronze and her stats at that event were 9 games: 5.4ppg, 2.4rpg, 1.0apg, 1.0spg, FGP: 41.7%, 3PT: 40.0%.
She has played previously for three other teams: NPL Dike, Lucca and Battipaglia.
Among many awards she played in the final of Italian A2 Group B in 2014. Orazzo was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian A2 Group B 2nd Team back in 2014.

Allegra Botteghi agreed terms with Acciaierie Valbruna Bolzano - by Eurobasket News

Acciaierie Valbruna Bolzano (Serie A2) strengthened their roster with addition of 25-year old former international 182cm guard Allegra Botteghi, college: Providence for season 2021-22. Botteghi played most recently at Nico Basket Femminile Ponte Buggianese. In 21 Serie A2 games she recorded 13.0ppg, 6.5rpg and 1.0spg last season.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Sesto (Serie A1) where in 15 games she averaged just 2.1ppg and 1.7rpg.
She was also a member of Italian international program for some years. She played for Italian Senior National Team back in 2016 and previously for U18 National Team in 2013.
Botteghi represented Italy at the European Championships U20 in Lanzarote (Spain) six years ago. Her stats at that event were 6 games: 3.8ppg, 3.2rpg, 1.2apg.
She has played previously for Torino.
Her team won Italian A2 North Regular Season in 2013.
She attended Providence College until 2018 and it will be her fourth season in pro basketball.

Acciaierie Valbruna Bolzano roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Karin Kuijt
Daniela Hafner
Allegra Botteghi

Forward:
Valentina Marcello

Center:
Francesca Fabbricini

Giulia Moroni signs at Sassari - by Eurobasket News

Dinamo Sassari (Serie A1) landed 27-year old 171cm point guard Giulia Moroni, agency: LBM Management for new season. Moroni played most recently at O.ME.P.S. Givova Battipaglia. In 19 Serie A1 games she averaged 7.4ppg, 3.0rpg and 3.6apg last season. She helped them to make it to the Italian A2 Cup Semifinals. She also played for Basket Girls Ancona (Serie B) where in 19 games she had 7.4ppg, 3.0rpg and 3.6apg.
Moroni has played previously for four other teams: Broni, Umbertide, Vigarano and Gruppo Sistemi 2000 Porto San Giorgio.
Her team made it to the Italian Cup Final Four in 2015.

Milano inks Tayara Madonna - by Eurobasket News

Firenze adds De Cassan to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Pallacanestro Femminile Palagiaccio Firenze (Serie A2) added to their roster 22-year old swingman Flavia De Cassan (176cm) for season 2021-22. De Cassan has played for the last two seasons at La Bottega del Tartufo Umbertide. In 25 Serie A2 games she recorded 7.2ppg, 7.8rpg, 1.2apg and 1.8spg last season.
She was a member of Italian U19 National Team in 2017.
She has played previously for two other teams: NPL Dike and Orvieto.
Her team made it to the A1 Semifinals in 2018.

Beatrice Del Pero is a newcomer at Schio - by Eurobasket News

Maddalena Gorini (ex Campobasso) agreed terms with Hatay - by Eurobasket News

Hatay Bsb (KBSL) inked 29-year old Italian international 180cm guard Maddalena Gorini for upcoming season. Gorini played most recently at Magnolia La Molisana Campobasso in Italian Serie A1. In 26 games she recorded 11.2ppg, 3.0rpg, 2.9apg and 1.7spg last season.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Umana Reyer Venezia (also in Serie A1) where in 20 games she averaged 4.3ppg, 2.1rpg and 2.6apg. She helped them to end the regular season as a second best team in the league. She also played 14 games in Euroleague where she had just 2.9ppg, 1.5rpg and 2.1apg.
Gorini has been also a member of Italian international program for some years. She has regularly played for Italian senior team since 2011 and previously for U20 National Team between 2011 and 2012.
She represented Italy at the European Championships in Czech Republic four years ago. Her stats at that event were 6 games: 4.3ppg, 2.7rpg, 1.8apg.
Gorini has played also professionally for other Italian teams like Ragusa and Umbertide.
Among many awards she was voted to Italian League All-Star Game back in 2012 and 2014.
Gorini's game is described as: A solid bodied guard with quick legs who gives his best in open court situations.

Hatay Bsb roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Maddalena Gorini
Aysegul Gunay

Forwards:
Elif Emirtekin
Busra Akgun

Milano adds Viviani to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Pallacanestro Sanga Milano (Serie A2) added to their roster 19-year old guard Silvia Viviani (165cm) for new 2021-22 season. Viviani has played for the last two seasons at Famila Wuber Schio in the Serie A1. In only one game she recorded just 2 points and 1 rebound last season. Serie A2 will be definitely a better match and she can see more playing time.
She was a member of Italian U16 National Team in 2017.

Basket Club Bolzano keeps Servillo for another season - by Eurobasket News

Basket Club Bolzano (Serie A2) re-signed 32-year old 170cm guard Maria Daniela Servillo for upcoming season. Servillo has played there for the last four seasons.
She has played previously for five other teams: Viterbo, RO Pomezia, Calabria, Catania and San Raffaele Basket Virtus Roma.
Her team was regular season runner-up in Italian A2 Group B in 2014.

Basket Club Bolzano keeps Fall for another season - by Eurobasket News

Basket Club Bolzano (Serie A2) re-signed 31-year old naturalized Senegalese 173cm guard Safy Fall for season 2021-22. Fall has played there for the last six seasons. A very spectacular year in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Italian A2 2nd Team and League Player of the Week (2 times).
She has played previously for Italian team Parma.

Sassari lands Tina Trebec - by Eurobasket News

Dinamo Sassari (Serie A1) landed 31-year old Slovenian international 190cm center Tina Trebec, agency: LBM Management for new season. Trebec played most recently at Montbrison Feminines BC in French LF2 league. In 18 games she averaged impressive 16.8ppg, 4.6rpg and 1.3apg last season. She can count that year as a very successful as was voted to Eurobasket.com All-French LF2 2nd Team.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Montana 2003 in Bulgarian league where in 18 WABA games she had very remarkable stats: 15.9ppg, 5.9rpg and 1.6apg. A very impressive season as she was selected to Eurobasket.com All-WABA 2nd Team and League Player of the Week.
She has been also a member of Slovenian international program for some years. Trebec has regularly played for Slovenian senior team since 2010 and previously for U18 National Team back in 2007.
She represented Slovenia at the European Championships in Czech Republic four years ago. Her stats at that event were 3 games: 0pts, 1.0rpg.
She is a very experienced player. Trebec has played also professionally in Croatia (Novi Zagreb), Slovakia, Sweden (Lulea Basket), Switzerland (Fribourg), Slovenia (Celje, Ilrija, Jezica and Ilirija), Czech Republic (Basket Slovanka MB Tabor), Bulgaria (Neftochimic) and Italy (Vigarano).
Among many awards she was voted Eurobasket.com All-Bulgarian League Bosman Player of the Year back in 2017.

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IVORY COAST

NCA and ABC reach the Finals - by Eurobasket News

NCA and ABC reached the Finals in Ivory Coast. ABC swept the semifinals series against CSAT 2-0. After a 53-40 win in the opener, ABC added a 68-52 victory in game 2.
NCA and SOA needed a decisive third game to find out about the winner. SOA won the first game 48-43, but then NCA replied with a 56-51 victory. In the decisive third game NCA celebrated an 80-67 win.

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MALI

Aulnoye signs Meiya Tirera - by Eurobasket News

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MONTENEGRO

2021 EuroBasket: Spain march past Montenegro - by Eurobasket News

Iva Karisik (ex Rudar Sport) joins Jezica - by Zeljko Zule

ZKD Jezica Ljubljana (SKL) added to their roster 20-year old Montenegrin shooting guard Iva Karisik (175cm) for new 2021-22 season. Karisik played last season at Rudar Sport in Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I. In 20 games she had 11.8ppg, 5.2rpg, 2.2apg and 1.6spg.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Lovcen (Prva A) in Montenegrin league. She helped them to make it to the cup final.

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NAIA

Shelton resigns as Head Coach at Indiana University Northwest - by Eurobasket News

The Indiana University Northwest Athletic Department has announced that Ryan Shelton will step down as head women's basketball coach. Shelton will continue to serve as the campus's Athletic Director. 'I have been proud to lead IU Northwest women's basketball for the last 14 years,' said Shelton. 'It's a bittersweet moment to leave coaching behind, however I look forward to continue strengthening the entire athletic program to ensure even more great student-athletes thrive here at IU Northwest.' Shelton built a nationally recognized and contending women's basketball program, which he led to 244 wins in 14 seasons, making him the all-time winningest coach in RedHawks' history. In those 14 seasons, seven of them featured more than 20 wins, six National Tournament appearances, and four conference championship titles. Shelton has also received multiple accolades, including the A.I.I. Coach of the Year four times (2009, 2010, 2017, 2019). During Shelton's tenure, IU Northwest players have been named Conference Player of the Year seven times, in addition to nine NAIA All-American selections (Sharon Houston four times; Megan Holland; Nicki Monahan three times; and Grayce Roach), two USCAA All-American selections, two A.I.I. Defensive Player of the Year selections, and three A.I.I. Freshman of the Year selections. He has coached three 2,000-point scorers and nine 1,000-point collegiate scorers. The RedHawks have earned a total of 36 All-Conference selections and numerous National and Conference All-Academic awards under Shelton's direction. In 2010-2011, Shelton led the RedHawks to back-to-back A.I.I. Conference Championships and NAIA National Tournament appearances. IU Northwest had their best seasons occur under Shelton in 2017 and 2019. In 2017, The RedHawks won 25 games clinching a trip in the NAIA Tournament then in 2019, Shelton led the team to a school record 27 wins and their first ever NAIA Sweet 16 Appearance after defeating Dordt University in the Round of 32. 'It was a great ride and I am deeply grateful to all the student-athletes and coaches I have had the opportunity to work with while serving as the women's basketball coach,' said Shelton. 'I want to thank my family for the countless sacrifices they made to support me, along with the many players and dedicated coaches over the years. It was truly a team effort.' Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19 during the 2020-21 season, Shelton's last as coach, the team overcame early season-ending injuries and losing five of their top scorers. With only seven healthy players remaining, Shelton led the RedHawks to back-to-back upset road wins and to the CCAC Tournament semifinals. 'Together we achieved more than what many thought was possible while creating so many lasting memories along the way,' said Shelton. 'I am looking forward to continuing to lead the advancement of all of our RedHawks athletic teams and programs as athletic director, and the continued success of the women's basketball program with a new head coach.' A search for the next IU Northwest women's basketball head coach will begin immediately.
Courtesy of: iunredhawkathletics.com

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NCAA1

Scott Hemer Steps Down as Canisius Head Women's Basketball Coach - by Eurobasket News

Canisius head women's basketball coach Scott Hemer announced Tuesday that he is stepping down from his position, effective immediately, due to personal health reasons. Hemer had served as the Golden Griffins' head coach for three seasons, starting in 2018-19. 'Going through a year like we all just experienced forced everyone, myself included, to reassess many things. For me, I kept coming back to my personal health and my family's well-being,' Hemer said. 'Despite my passion for coaching and my passion for Canisius and our women's basketball program, I believe now is the best time for me to step away from the coaching profession to take care of myself and my family. 'It has been an honor to serve as the head coach of the Canisius women's basketball program. I want to express my gratitude to Canisius President John Hurley and Director of Athletics Bill Maher for the opportunity to lead this program and for their support. I also want to thank my fellow coaches, the athletic administration and the department's support staff, who have all been great to work with. I am thankful for the time I had with my players and my coaching staff. They have all made an impact on my life. I will truly miss being a part of the Golden Griffin family.' Maher announced that a national search for Hemer's replacement will begin immediately. 'I want to thank Scott for his dedication to the College, to our women's basketball program and to our student-athletes,' Maher said. 'The past 15 months have been a challenge for everyone and it has made all of us to review our priorities and evaluate personal and family decisions. I appreciate everything Scott has done for our program and I support his decision to focus on his health and his family at this time.' In his three seasons at the helm of the Blue and Gold, Hemer mentored three All-MAAC selections and 10 MAAC All-Academic honorees. In his first season with the program, he led the Griffs to a 9-9 record in MAAC play, resulting in the No. 5 seed at the MAAC Women's Basketball Championship, the team's highest postseason seeding and the program's best conference winning percentage in a decade. Hemer picked up his first Division I victory in Albany, N.Y., on Nov. 28, 2019 when the Griffs defeated Albany 48-42 and his first MAAC victory came at home against Manhattan on Jan. 3, 2019, by the final score of 47-44. Prior to arriving on Main Street, Hemer spent 11 seasons as head coach of the Geneseo women's basketball program. In his 11-year tenure with the SUNYAC program, Hemer was named Coach of the Year five times and the 2016 Pat Summit Trophy winner as the United States Marine Corps/WBCA NCAA Division III National Coach of the Year.
Courtesy of: gogriffs.com

Quinnipiac Announces Two Additions to Coaching Staff - by Eurobasket News

Quinnipiac women's basketball head coach Tricia Sacca-Fabbri has announced the addition of Kaitlyn Cresencia and Jasmyne Fogle to the program's coaching staff. Cresencia will fill the role of assistant coach, while Fogle will step in as director of basketball operations and program development. Cresencia comes to Hamden with both coaching and playing experience and was most recently an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia. As a part of the Mercer staff, Cresencia helped guide the Bears to to SoCon Tournament Championships and two NCAA Tournament berths. 'I am so grateful to be joining Coach Fabbri's staff here at Quinnipiac,' said Cresencia. 'I'm thrilled for the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of this program and to serve the young women on this team, providing a top tier student-athlete experience and preparing them for life after basketball. Coach Fabbri is a proven winner and I'm excited to work alongside her staff to elevate this program to even greater heights!'
At Mercer, Cresencia was responsible for coaching the forwards, which included a conference Player of the Year, three All-Conference players and three All-Tournament Players, along with an Academic All-American honoree. 'Kaitlyn has a varied and extensive background with championship pedigree,' said Coach Fabbri. 'She played for Coach Wilson and brings a passion for the game and life beyond the court!' Before her time at Mercer, Cresencia worked at Princeton as an assistant coach during the 2017-18 season in which the Tigers won the Ivy Tournament and earned a 12 seed in the NCAA Tournament. The New Jersey native earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Connecticut College in 2015, a Masters in Educational Leadership from Mercer in 2016, and was recognized as a WBCA Thirty Under 30 Honoree following the 2020-21 season.
Fogle makes her way to Quinnipiac via the Putnam Science Academy in Putnam, Connecticut where she worked as assistant coach, teacher, and resident assistant for the past year. 'I am very excited to join the QU family,' said Fogle. 'The connection I already have with Coach Fabbri, her family, the coaching staff and the student-athletes is a great feeling. I am truly looking forward to the season. It feels good to be back home!' Prior to her experience at PSA, Fogle was a graduate assistant for fellow MAAC program Iona from August 2018 to May 2020. While at Iona, she assisted with coaching, recruiting, scouting, and practice planning, as well as film, highlight, and media production projects within the program. 'Jasmyne comes highly recommended after a successful stint at Iona,' said Fabbri. 'I've known her since her middle school days and we are thrilled to have her on staff ' Fogle graduated with a bachelor's degree in mass communication from Franklin Pierce University in 2017 and then earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Post University in 2018 and a Master of Arts in Sports Communication & Media from Iona in 2020. Fabbri and her staff are excited to welcome Cresencia and Fogle to Hamden, the program, and the university.
Courtesy of: gobobcats.com

Tatum Veitenheimer will continue her college career at Texas Tech - by Eurobasket News

Texas Tech University tabbed 5-8 guard Tatum Veitenheimer for new season. Windthorst (TX) native played for the last three years at The University of Oklahoma. In 20 games she averaged 4.3ppg, 3.9rpg, 2.3apg and 2.0spg last season.
Veitenheimer has played high school basketball at Windthorst High, which she graduated in 2018.

Texas Tech University roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Tatum Veitenheimer

Forwards:
Vivian Gray
Taylah Thomas

Center:
Ella Tofaeono

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NCAA3

Gervais steps down as Head Coach at Dean College - by Eurobasket News

Alycia Gervais has announced she is stepping down as the Dean College women's basketball head coach. Gervais will become a women's basketball assistant coach for Wagner College. The Seahawks are a member of Division I and the Northeast Conference. 'I want to thank Dean College for the experiences and opportunities that were provided to me,' said Gervais. 'I am glad I was able to be a part of The Dean Difference and I wish nothing but the best for the team moving forward.' Gervais served as the head coach of the Bulldogs for three years. In each of the two playing seasons, she guided the Bulldogs to an appearance in the New England Collegiate Conference postseason. Gervais coached a 1,000-point scorer, a pair of all-conference first team selections and several conference weekly award winners. 'I would like to thank Alycia for her service to our women's basketball team,' said Director of Athletics George Martin. 'I am grateful for her dedication to the student-athletes and wish her well in the next step of her coaching career.
Courtesy of: deanbulldogs.com

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NEW ZEALAND

New Zealand v Australia 3x3 series announced - by Mike Lacey

One of basketball's great rivalries will return to the court this October when New Zealand and Australia contest a dozen 3X3 internationals at ILT Stadium Southland in Invercargill, 14-16 October.
Australia will travel their men's and women's national sides to play six games each against the 3X3 Tall Ferns and 3X3 Tall Blacks. This will be the first time the two nations have clashed in a series of basketball's fast, furious, and physical half-court 3X3 format.
The internationals will be an added as feature games to another event, the NZ NBL's party product - the Schick Cup. Possibly the first time national and international titles have been conjoined into one event and one venue.
Similar to 2020's event, the Schick Cup will feature 20 NBL teams from across New Zealand, 10 in the men's competition and 10 in the women's, with two national titles up for grabs. The added internationals will be the headline games at the end of each session.
Tickets will provide access to both events. All up, fans will be treated to 84 games, with Sky Sport broadcasting more than 24 hours of live 3X3 action.
3X3 Tall Ferns head Coach Justine Reed says she's thrilled Basketball New Zealand and Basketball Australia have worked together to make the internationals happen. It's been a while coming for Reed who was named as Head Coach at the start of 2020.
'It's been too long since we have been able to bring the 3X3 programme to the fore with COVID-19 derailing our international calendar.
'The 3X3 Tall Ferns have a proud history in 3X3 and we are very excited for October. We've already got our squad pencilled, which will be announced closer to the time,' says Reed.
The 3X3 Tall Ferns have had strong international success in recent years, particularly with a Gold Medal championship at the 3x3 Asia Cup in 2018 and winning a Bronze at an Olympic Qualifying event in May 2019. And let's not forget the thrilling silver-medal result at U18 3X3 World Cup in 2019.
The 3X3 Tall Blacks will be an exciting prospect and it will be interesting to see what team Coach Piet Van Hasselt will announce.
'We have a great pool of talent that continues to deepen, particularly with the rising success of the Sal's NBL. I've been following prospects for the black singlet closely and looking forward to give some guys are call to conform their section,' says Van Hasselt.
He added that it's especially exciting to see the internationals incorporated with the Schick 3X3 Cup, which is known as the NZ NBL's party product - fast, furious and physical.
'Both Coach Justine Reed and I were lucky enough to have young development teams at the Schick 3X3 Cup last year and it was such a thrilling event. To take on the Aussies in Invercargill, in that setting, with the Southland supporters - it's going to be fantastic,' says Van Hasselt.
Australia's 3X3 Head Coach David Biwar says they are extremely excited about the opportunity.
'Our eyes are firmly focused on the 3X3 success at the Commonwealth Games and these lead up events provide our teams the experience and exposure we need.

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POLAND

Mystics ink Megan Gustafson, ex Gorzow Wlkp. - by Eurobasket News

Washington Mystics agreed terms with 24-year old forward Megan Gustafson (6'3'-96, college: Iowa). The last time (20-21) she played at InvestInTheWest Enea Gorzow Wielkopolski in Polish EBLK. Gustafson missed last season due to covid-19 restrictions and had longer break from professional basketball.
Two years ago she was drafted by Dallas Wings (WNBA) in second round (17th overall).
She attended University of Iowa until 2019 and it will be her third season in pro basketball.
She has played also professionally in Hungary (Csata). Her team made it to the BLK Semifinals in 2021. Gustafson was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Polish EBLK 2nd Team in 2021.

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PORTUGAL

2 Divisao Finals - by Luis Rocha

GDESSA/Barreiro B and Basquete de Barcelos achieve promotion to next season in 1 Divisao. They beat ACD Ferragudo and A.D. Sanjoanense respectively. Janesha Green (168-G-98, college: UNF) (32,5 MVP points) and Adrienne Jackson (175-G-97, college: UNF) (14,5 MVP points) were unable to beat the wider roster of GDESSA/Barreiro, tigh and close game, but the colectivness of GDESSA/Barreiro B demonstrated by Jessica Azulay (177-SF-03) (24,5 MVP points) Ines Silva (02) (16 MVP points), Milena Sucacuexe (13,5 MVP points) and Rita Rodrigues (13 MVP points) lead the team to the victory. Final result 66-61
In the North Basquete de Barcelos like expected beat A.D. Sanjoanense 73-60 The last quarter was overwheliming 27-5!!! . Basquete de Barcelos destroyed A.D. Sanjoanense on the rebounds (60-37), apart getting stronger to the last quarter as mentionned. Isabel Costa (185-PF-97) once again take matters on their own hand and get 44 MVP points (19 points scored and 27 rebounds...). Viktoriya Pankova (185-F-93) was consistent as ever with 19 MVP points and Sianni Martin (173-G-96) get 14, 5 MVP points. In A.D. Sanjoanense Carolina Anacleto (165-PG-94) (19,5 MVP points) try to fight the team fate helped by Ana Cavadas (165-PG-94) (16 MVP points) and Ana Reis (13 MVP points), but it was too bigger task to deal with, and Basquete de Barcelos prevail.
Next weekend GDESSA/Barreiro B and Basquete de Barcelos will get togheter to play the final game in order to know who will be the champion. Basquete de Barcelos stands as the favorite, let's see if GDESSA/Barreiro B will beat the odds and causes a surprise.

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RUSSIA

2021 EuroBasket: Russia crush Slovenia to enter quarterfinal - by Eurobasket News

2021 EuroBasket: Julie Allemand hits late jumper to propel Belgium past Russia - by Eurobasket News

Spartak Vidnoye adds Kuchina to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Sparta&K Vidnoe Moscow Region (PBL) added to their roster 21-year old center Vera Kuchina (194cm-92kg) for new 2021-22 season. Kuchina has played for the last three seasons at MBA Moscow in the PBL. In 18 games she recorded 3.8ppg and 2.2rpg last season. She helped them to make it to the semifinals. She also played 1 game in Eurocup, but she did not score anything and had only 2 rebounds.
Kuchina represented Russia at the European Championships U20 in Klatovy (Czech Republic) two years ago. Her team won Silver.
She has played previously for MBA Moscow 2nd team.

Elizaveta Balykova signs at Spartak Vidnoye - by Eurobasket News

Sparta&K Vidnoe Moscow Region (PBL) landed 23-year old 173cm guard Elizaveta Balykova for new season. Balykova has played for the last three years at Chernye Medvedy - Politekhnika St.Pet. in the Superleague 1. In 22 games she averaged 14.0ppg, 3.6rpg, 4.0apg (top 3) and 1.5spg last season. It was a very successful year in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Russian Superleague 1 2nd Team and League Player of the Week.
She represented Russia at the World University Games in Napoli (Italy) two years ago. Her stats at that event were 6 games: 2.7ppg, 1.8rpg, 1.2apg.

Spartak Vidnoye adds Jones to their roster, ex Fribourg - by Eurobasket News

Sparta&K Vidnoe Moscow Region (PBL) added to their roster 27-year old American guard Alexis Jones (175cm-69kg-94, college: Baylor, agency: LBM Management) for season 2021-22. Jones played last season at BCF Elfic Fribourg Basket in Swiss SBL league. In 9 games she recorded very impressive stats: 17.9ppg, 4.8rpg, 5.7apg and 2.2spg. She helped them to win the SBL title and the cup. She also played for Al-Qazeres in Spanish Liga Dia where in 15 games she averaged 11.5ppg, 2.4rpg and 1.9apg.
In 2017 she was drafted by Minnesota Lynx (WNBA) in first round (12th overall).
Jones attended Baylor University and it is her fifth season in pro basketball.
She represented USA at the World Championships U19 in Lithuania eight years ago. Her team won Gold but her stats at that event were not that remarkable as she did not score anything.
She has played also professionally in Israel (Ramat Hasharon and Ramla), Turkey (Hatay) and WNBA (LA Sparks and Atlanta Dream).
The list of the past achievements is quite long as among others she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Israeli League Honorable Mention back in 2018.

Unique Thompson signs at Spartak Vidnoye - by Eurobasket News

Sparta&K Vidnoe Moscow Region (PBL) landed 21-year old American 190cm forward Unique Thompson, college: Auburn, agency: Shark Sports Management for new season. Thompson played last summer at Indiana Fever (WNBA).
This summer she was drafted by Indiana Fever (WNBA) in second round (19th overall).
The former Auburn University star is in her first season in pro basketball.

Trinity Baptiste signs at Samara - by Eurobasket News

Politeh-SamGTU Samara landed 23-year old American 183cm forward Trinity Baptiste, college: Arizona for new season. Baptiste plays this summer at Indiana Fever (WNBA).
This summer she was drafted by Indiana Fever (WNBA) in second round (24th overall).
The former University of Arizona standout is in her first season in pro basketball.

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SENEGAL

Promete keeps Diarra for another season - by Eurobasket News

Campus Promete Logrono (Liga Dia) re-signed 30-year old Senegalese international 198cm center Maimouna Diarra for upcoming season. Diarra played there last season. In 29 Liga Dia games she recorded 8.2ppg and 10.4rpg (#2 in the league). Great season indeed as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB Honorable Mention.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Snatt's Femeni Sant Adria (LF2) where in 21 games she averaged 12.0ppg, 9.3rpg and 1.0bpg. She helped them to win the regular season. A very good season in her career as she was awarded Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 Center of the Year and selected to 1st Team.
She also represented Senegal at the World Championships in Tenerife (Spain) three years ago. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 6.8ppg, 5.5rpg, FGP: 50.0%, FT: 50.0%.
Diarra is a very experienced player. She has quite traveled the world as her pro career brought her to six different countries on three different continents (Europe, Africa and of course North America). She has played previously professionally in Bulgaria (Haskovo 2012), France (Gazelles), WNBA (LA Sparks), Spain (Arxil Pontevedra, Zamarat, Araski and Clarinos), Angola (1 De Agosto) and Senegal (Saint Louis Basket Club and Ville de Dakar).
Among many awards her team won Angolan Cup in 2015. Diarra was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LF2 Defensive Player of the Year back in 2015.

Campus Promete Logrono roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Paula Estebas
Jovana Nogic
Irene Lahuerta

Forward:
Agostina Burani

Centers:
Maimouna Diarra
Serena-Lynn Geldof

Basket Club Bolzano keeps Fall for another season - by Eurobasket News

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SERBIA

ZKK 021 Novi Sad signs Vladana Vujisic - by Eurobasket News

ZKK 021 Novi Sad (1 ZLS) signed 23-year old forward Vladana Vujisic (178cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Vujisic played last season at Student. In 20 1 ZLS games she had 14.8ppg, 4.3rpg, 4.6apg and 2.9spg (in top 5). 2020-21 was a great season as she was named to Eurobasket.com All-Serbian League 2nd Team.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Radnicki where in 11 1 ZLS games she recorded 7.5ppg, 2.8rpg, 3.3apg and 2.3spg. 2019-20 was a great season as she was named to Eurobasket.com All-Serbian League Honorable Mention.
She represented Serbia at the European Championships U20 in Sopron (Hungary) three years ago. Her team won Silver and her stats at that event were 7 games: 3.1ppg, 1.0rpg, 1.6apg, 1.4spg.
She has played also professionally in Slovenia (Jezica).
Vujisic won Serbian 2ZLS Group South championship title in 2015.

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SLOVENIA

Iva Karisik (ex Rudar Sport) joins Jezica - by Zeljko Zule

Sassari lands Tina Trebec - by Eurobasket News

2021 EuroBasket: Russia crush Slovenia to enter quarterfinal - by Eurobasket News

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SPAIN

2021 EuroBasket: Spain march past Montenegro - by Eurobasket News

Taylor is back at Lady Monarchs, ex Gran Canaria - by Eurobasket News

Girona keeps Araujo for another season - by Eurobasket News

Spar Citylift Girona (Liga Dia) re-signed 23-year old international 188cm power forward Maria Araujo for new season. Araujo has played there for the last two seasons. She helped them to win the cup. It was a very successful season in her career as she was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB 1st Team, All-Domestic Players Team and League Player of the Week (2 times). She played 9 games in Euroleague where she averaged 10.4ppg, 6.2rpg and 1.6spg last season. Araujo contributed to her team making it to the quarterfinals. Good season as she was also here selected League Player of the Week.
She has been also a member of Spanish international program for some years. She has regularly played for Spanish senior team since 2017 and previously for U20 National Team in 2017.
Araujo represented Spain at the World Championships in Tenerife (Spain) three years ago. Araujo's team won Bronze and her stats at that event were 2 games: 1.0ppg, 1.0rpg.
She has played previously professionally also in Poland (Wisla Krakow) and Spain (RC Celta and Ferrol).
Among many awards her team won Spanish LFB Supercup in 2020. She was also voted to Eurobasket.com All-Spanish LFB Domestic Player of the Year back in 2018.

Promete keeps Diarra for another season - by Eurobasket News

Clarinos add Walker to their roster - by Eurobasket News

Clarinos San Cristobal (Liga Dia) added to their roster 22-year old American forward Megan Walker (185cm-98, college: UConn) for new 2021-22 season. Walker played last summer at Phoenix Mercury (WNBA). She managed to play in three leagues in two countries last year. In 11 WNBA games she recorded 7.0ppg, 1.7rpg and 1.3apg. The last season she played at Euroleasing Sopron Basket in Hungarian A Division where in 29 games she averaged 12.4ppg, 4.3rpg and 1.7apg. She helped them to win the league title and the cup. Walker also played 10 games in Euroleague where she had 6.8ppg and 2.3rpg. She contributed to her team making it to the Euroleague Final Four.
Last year she was drafted by New York Liberty (WNBA) in first round (9th overall).
The former University of Connecticut standout is in her second season in pro basketball.
She represented USA at the World Cup U19 for Women in Italy four years ago. Her team won Silver and her stats at that event were 7 games: 7.9ppg, 3.3rpg, 1.1apg, FGP: 53.5%, 3PT: 12.5%, FT: 30.0%.

Clarinos San Cristobal roster for 2021-2022:

Guard:
Anne Senosiain

Forwards:
Maria Pina
Atonye Nyingifa

Center:
Ivana Tikvic

(via @CompeticionFEB)

Stephanie Madden (ex PAOK) signs at IDK Eustotren - by Eurobasket News

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Cadi La Seu tabs Chelsey Perry - by Eurobasket News

Cadi La Seu (Liga Dia) inked 22-year old American 188cm forward Chelsey Perry, college: UT Martin, agency: LBM Management for upcoming season. Perry plays this summer at Indiana Fever (WNBA). But in two games she recorded just 0.5ppg.
This summer she was drafted by Indiana Fever (WNBA) in third round (26th overall).
She just graduated from University of Tennessee at Martin and it is her first season in pro basketball.

(via @CompeticionFEB)

Marina Valles is a newcomer at Lima-Horta - by Eurobasket News

Lima-Horta Barcelona (LF2) strengthened their roster with addition of 23-year old 173cm guard Marina Valles, college: NW Nazarene for season 2021-22. Valles played most recently at Snatt's Femeni Sant Adria. In 24 LF2 games she recorded 6.3ppg, 2.2rpg, 2.1apg and 1.7spg last season.
She graduated from Northwest Nazarene University in 2019 and it is her third season in pro basketball.

(via @guillemcasas_89)

Plasencia inks Laia Moya - by Eurobasket News

Extremadura Miralvalle Plasencia (LF2) signed 20-year old power forward Laia Moya (182cm) for upcoming 2021-22 season. Moya played last season at GEiEG UniGirona. In 24 LF2 games she had 10.4ppg, 5.7rpg and 1.3spg.
She represented Spain at the European Championships U16 in Bourges (France) four years ago. Her stats at that event were 7 games: 2.6ppg, 2.0rpg.

Extremadura Miralvalle Plasencia roster for 2021-2022:

Maria Romero
Nicole Murugarren
Laia Moya
Alicia Morales

(via @guillemcasas_89)

Keltern tabs Lashann Higgs, ex Bembibre - by Eurobasket News

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SWEDEN

2021 EuroBasket: Belarus thump Sweden, reach semis - by Eurobasket News

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SWITZERLAND

Lady Monarchs sign Ameryst Alston, ex Winterthur - by Eurobasket News

Spartak Vidnoye adds Jones to their roster, ex Fribourg - by Eurobasket News

Giulia Simioni (ex San Salvatore) agreed terms with Helios - by Luca Maffioli

Helios VS Basket (SBL) inked 28-year old Swiss international 173cm point guard Giulia Simioni, college: NMHU for upcoming season. Simioni played most recently at TechFind San Salvatore Selargius in Italian Serie A2. In 22 games she recorded 5.5ppg, 4.0rpg and 1.8apg last season.
The previous (19-20) season she played at Newcastle Eagles in British WBBL where in 13 games she averaged 10.2ppg, 3.7rpg, 6.5apg (top 3) and 1.2spg.
She has been a member of Swiss international program for some years. She has been regularly called to Swiss senior team since 2013 and previously for U20 National Team back in 2012.
Simioni is a very experienced player.
She graduated from New Mexico Highlands University in 2014 and it is her eighth season in pro basketball.

Helios VS Basket roster for 2021-2022:

Guards:
Giulia Simioni
Virginie Bruchez
Cesaria Ambrosio

Forward:
Leila Gasser

Center:
Anissa-Celia Toumi

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TURKEY

Hatay tabs Lauren Cox - by Eurobasket News

Hatay Bsb (KBSL) inked 23-year old American 193cm forward Lauren Cox, college: Baylor for upcoming season. Cox plays this summer at Indiana Fever (WNBA). But in 10 games she averaged just 1.3ppg and 1.8rpg.
Last year Indiana Fever voted her as third overall pick in WNBA draft.
She attended Baylor University until 2020 and it is her second season in pro basketball.
She represented USA at the World Championships U19 in Chekhov (Russia) six years ago. Her team won Gold and her stats at that event were 7 games: 4.3ppg, 6.0rpg, 1.1bpg.

Maddalena Gorini (ex Campobasso) agreed terms with Hatay - by Eurobasket News

Ormanspor keeps Kartaltepe for another season - by Eurobasket News

OGM Orman Genclik Ankara (KBSL) re-signed experienced 42-year old former international 172cm point guard Nilay Kartaltepe for new season. Kartaltepe has played there for the last three seasons.
She also represented Turkey at the Olympic Games in London (United Kingdon) nine years ago. Her stats at that event were 4 games: 2.5ppg.
She has spent her entire career in Turkey playing for eight other teams: Besiktas, Fenerbahce, Mersin BSB, Istanbul Universitesi SK, Botas, Galatasaray, Kayseri and Adana ASKI Mersin.
Among many awards her team made it to the KBSL Semifinals in 2016. Kartaltepe was voted to Eurobasket.com All-Turkish KBSL Honorable Mention in 2017 and 2019.
It may be one of last seasons in her extensive career, which she may end at Ormanspor.

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UNITED KINGDOM

Sheffield Hatters return to WBBL with Ellis back at helm - by Eurobasket News

Sheffield Hatters Basketball Club will be return to the top-flight of women's basketball in the UK this season. The club will return to competing in the Women's British Basketball League (WBBL) for the 2021/22 season in what is the 60th anniversary of the club's founding, having won a record 19 WNBL Division One titles and 14 playoff titles between 1990/91 and the creation of the WBBL in 2014. Team GB assistant coach Vanessa Ellis will return as Head Coach of the team after a successful season coaching in Austria, where she led UBI Graz to becoming league champions. Ellis is a fantastic role model as the most capped person to play for and coach Great Britain. 'It's great to be back at the club where it all started for me especially in our 60th year,' said Ellis, who led the Hatters to Play-Off and Trophy success in her previous eleven years as Head Coach, a position she has held since taking over from her mother and Hatters founder Betty Codona OBE. 'You can expect some familiar faces to be back but I'm also looking to bring in exciting young players who can make us competitive this season,' added Ellis. The club is also back with a new look for 2021 with a new badge to mark their 60th anniversary. This was designed by Hydra Creative to celebrate the club's success and legacy. Betty Codona OBE founded England's first women's basketball club in 1961 in Hatfield School, North Sheffield, and under her guidance became the most successful sports club in the city winning back-to-back titles throughout the nineties. Hatters have now won over 65 national titles, most recently the WBBL Cup in 2019. 'Sixty years, how time flies,' said Codona. 'They have been challenging, hard work, but full of wonderful people and experiences. It is important for the club, the city and for women's basketball in general that we were in a position to compete in the WBBL again.' Hatters was forced to withdraw from the WBBL last year due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the club have worked hard over the past six months raising the funds to make a start to competing in the WBBL this season, with continued efforts for more funding on-going. The club, which is a registered charity, has a calendar of fundraising events forthcoming. They have just completed the '60th Anniversary Challenge' which saw members complete various challenges such as skipping, 60-mile runs, swimming and even dog training. Some individuals managed to raise over 300 and the club is also looking for partners to donate or sponsor the club in their 60th year.
Courtesy of: basketballengland.co.uk

Anagennises keep Merkouri for another season - by Antonis Katsaros

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WNBA

Mystics lean on dominant Tina Charles for 87-83 win over defending champion Storm - by Eurobasket News

Nearly half of the recently announced U.S. women's Olympic team gathered inside Angel of the Winds Arena in a Seattle suburb on Tuesday in a meeting that had nothing to do with the national team. Tina Charles (6'4'-C-88, college: UConn, agency: Wasserman) and Ariel Atkins (5'11'-PG-96, college: Texas) walked onto the floor in Washington Mystics jerseys while Sue Bird (5'9'-PG-80, college: UConn), Breanna Stewart (6'4'-F-94, college: UConn, agency: Wasserman) and Jewell Loyd (5'10'-PG-93, college: Notre Dame, agency: Wasserman) donned the Seattle Storm's green and white in a showdown between two of the WNBA's hottest teams. The quintet will all be wearing red, white and blue in about a month, but it was the Mystics duo that had bragging rights after the team's 87-83 victory in Everett, Wash. The Mystics (7-6) have won five of six and broke the Storm's five-game winning streak. 'Tina's playing the same she's played all year, terrific, but I think she's even taken it up a notch the last two games,' Mystics Coach Mike Thibault said. 'Just willing herself to carry this team a little bit. 'We've joked in our office how would we play against her? We're thinking, that's really hard. What I think we would do, I would never tell anybody else. Ever.' Charles, the league's leading scorer, looked like the alpha of the alpha dogs as she continued her onslaught of the 2021 season. She finished with 34 points against the Storm (12-3), including a career-high five three-pointers, as another team had few ideas on how to defend the former MVP. She also had 16 rebounds and five assists. The 34 points were two shy of her career high, and she set the franchise single-season record with her sixth 30-point game of the season. 'It's just the will to win,' Charles said. 'I think I'm just doing my job. I don't think I'm doing anything outside what you guys have seen in my career. I don't see that I'm doing anything different besides playing smarter, being more selfless, sharing the ball, trusting my teammates more. Mystics guard Shavonte Zellous (5'10'-PG-86, college: Pittsburgh) added. 'She even had us on the bench going, 'How many points she got? How many points she got?' I don't think I've ever seen her as dominant as she was today.' The Mystics were just eight players deep with Natasha Cloud (6'0'-PG-92, college: St.Joseph's) (ankle), Myisha Hines-Allen (6'2'-F-96, college: Louisville) (knee), Erica McCall (knee) and Kiara Leslie (6'0'-PG-95, college: NC State) (concussion protocol) all out. Washington played through Charles all night long and she didn't disappoint. Leilani Mitchell (5'5'-PG-85, college: Utah) scored a season-high 19 points and knocked down five three-pointers as the Mystics' shooters hit threes throughout the night. Atkins finished with 10 points and six assists, including a much-need three to take an 80-78 lead that was never relinquished. Washington's 16 three-pointers (on 38 attempts) were the most the defending champions have allowed this season. 'Obviously it felt good, felt I should have made a few more of my open threes,' Mitchell said. 'Just the way Tina's playing and the way they have to double her because nobody can stop her, it obviously leaves us open on the outside. Everyone did a great job of finding me and I was able to put some in tonight.' Charles added, 'I just want to keep Leilani happy. She's probably one of the most critical ones on me, and I love it. That's when I play at my best.' The Mystics went into halftime with a 43-36 lead that was actually a bit disappointing after sitting on a 15-point edge with 2:19 remaining before halftime. The Storm came out of a timeout and immediately went on an 8-0 run to close the first half. The Mystics hit 6 of 16 three-pointers in the first half, while Seattle was just 2 for 8. Loyd had a quiet first half with just five points, but came out of halftime on a mission. She scored 10 quick points during a 13-3 run to give the Storm a 49-48 lead, its first since the first quarter. The two teams went back and forth for the rest of the game with neither leading by more than seven. Loyd finished with 23 points and became the 13th youngest in league history to reach 3,000 career points. Stewart added 17 points and eight rebounds. Bird finished with seven points, eight rebounds and seven assists.
Courtesy of: washingtonpost.com

Mystics ink Megan Gustafson, ex Gorzow Wlkp. - by Eurobasket News