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The Israeli Basketball Super League Finals have been thrown into uncertainty as the escalating conflict with Iran has forced the postponement of the decisive Game 3 between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem.
News  1 hour ago The Mike James saga at AS Monaco has taken a definitive turn: the 2024 EuroLeague MVP will not play another minute this season. Suspended since June 2nd due to what the club cited as “a violation of internal regulations,” James will miss the entire Betclic ELITE Finals series against Paris Basketball, a major blow to Monaco's title hopes.
 5 hours ago The EuroLeague season isn't officially over yet, but as we all know, the European basketball market starts moving well before the official free agency period begins. To provide a clearer picture of current rosters and potential moves, BasketNews presents the contractual situation of all EuroLeague teams, including complete rosters and contract statuses.
 5 hours ago Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens have officially announced the contract extension of American guard Jerian Grant. The club has re-signed Grant to a new deal that will keep one of the EuroLeague's top defenders in Athens through the end of the 2027–28 season. Over the past two seasons, Grant has solidified his role as one of the team’s key contributors.
 5 hours ago One of the main priorities for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason will be finding a new starting center, as they struggled in that position during the second half of the season and in the playoffs following the trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas.
 6 hours ago Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade made it clear during the 2024 offseason that it was entering a new two to three-year cycle with a new team, practically starting from scratch since all players except Balsa Koprivica left. Zeljko Obradovic started a new chapter with a fresh group of players. After the first season, it is the perfect time to analyze Partizan and their campaign, which can be considered ...
 6 hours ago Carlo Gherardi, who was the second biggest shareholder of Virtus Segafredo Bologna with 45%, has left Virtus and sold his shares back to Massimo Zanetti, according to the statement published by Cribis, the company of Carlo Gherardi.
 7 hours ago The New York Knicks are set to meet with two recently fired head coaches as they search for a replacement for Tom Thibodeau. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Knicks plan to meet next week with former Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins and ex-Sacramento Kings coach Mike Brown regarding the head coaching position.
 8 hours ago EuroLeague teams often build a significant portion of their rosters while the current season is still underway, reaching verbal agreements with players and then making those deals official once the season concludes.
 8 hours ago Chicago Bulls wing Matas Buzelis has stepped into a new role—this time off the court. After wrapping up his rookie season in Chicago, the 20-year-old American-Lithuanian served as a special correspondent during Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Finals on Friday night.
 8 hours ago The Oklahoma City Thunder pulled off a gritty comeback win in Game 4, defeating the Indiana Pacers 111–104 on the road. OKC trailed for most of the night but delivered when it mattered most, outscoring Indiana 31–17 in the fourth quarter to seal a crucial victory and even the series at 2–2.
 9 hours ago NBA legend Charles Barkley had high praise for Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault following the team’s 111–104 Game 4 win over the Indiana Pacers. Barkley credited Daigneault for making a key adjustment to the starting lineup, calling it a game-changing decision. For the first time in the series, the Thunder started two big men — Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein.
 9 hours ago The Indiana Pacers missed an opportunity to take a commanding 3–1 lead in the NBA Finals, falling 111–104 at home to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a tightly contested Game 4. The Pacers held a 7-point lead entering the fourth quarter, up 87–80, and seemed to have control of the game.
 10 hours ago The Oklahoma City Thunder pulled off a gritty comeback win in Game 4, defeating the Indiana Pacers 111–104 on the road. OKC trailed for most of the night but delivered when it mattered most, outscoring Indiana 31–17 in the fourth quarter to seal a crucial victory and even the series at 2–2.
 11 hours ago The Oklahoma City Thunder evened the NBA Finals at 2-2 with a hard-fought 111-104 victory on the road against the Indiana Pacers. Remarkably, the Thunder pulled off the win despite hitting just three three-pointers—a rare feat in today’s perimeter-oriented NBA.
 19 hours ago Stephen A. Smith didn’t hold back when discussing Giannis Antetokounmpo legacy. On First Take, he called the Milwaukee Bucks star an “underachiever” if he doesn’t win another championship.
 21 hours ago NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league is preparing to seriously explore expansion this summer, with international destinations like Canada and Mexico City in the mix. Speaking on The Dan Patrick Show, Silver confirmed that while expansion is not guaranteed, it will be a topic of discussion during the Board of Governors meeting at the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas this July.
 22 hours ago According to Evan Sidery, citing Shams Charania’s appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, the Phoenix Suns are accelerating trade talks involving Kevin Durant, with hopes of reaching a resolution before the NBA Draft. The Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, and Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly submitting their final offers to acquire the 35-year-old superstar.
 22 hours ago Dwyane Wade wants to turn one-on-one basketball into more than just a viral highlight — he wants to make it a league. The Miami Heat legend and Hall of Famer pitched the idea during the latest episode of The Why With Dwyane Wade, following Michael Beasley’s recent win over Lance Stephenson in The Next Chapter (TNC) — a $100,000, winner-take-all 1-on-1 event founded by D’Vontay Friga.
 23 hours ago ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith took aim at Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic, raising concerns about his leadership and physical conditioning. Speaking on First Take, Smith responded to earlier comments made by Magic Johnson, who hinted at potential leadership flaws in Doncic. Smith didn’t hold back.
 23 hours ago The Boston Celtics may face a major roster shakeup next season, but one key player is expected to stay put. Since their second-round exit against the New York Knicks, the Celtics’ financial issues have sparked trade rumors involving almost everyone, except Jayson Tatum.
 2025-06-13 Agent Misko Raznatovic has responded strongly to Olympiacos Piraeus head coach Giorgos Bartzokas recent criticism of Filip Petrusev, particularly the claim that the Serbian forward did not want to play alongside Sasha Vezenkov. “There is no better way to refresh the memory of forgetful people than to call in the numbers for help!" Raznatovic posted on X (formerly Twitter).
 2025-06-13 The EuroLeague's top defensive player from the 2024–25 season is making a major move. According to BasketNews sources, Nick Weiler-Babb has committed to a three-year deal with Anadolu Efes Istanbul. The 29-year-old American-German guard leaves Bayern Munich after five EuroLeague seasons, despite having one year remaining on his contract.
 2025-06-13 Memphis Grizzlies are eyeing Israeli forward Deni Avdija as a potential trade target ahead of the NBA Draft, according to ClutchPoints. As the team looks to retool around its core of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, and Jaren Jackson Jr., Avdija has emerged in multiple conversations as a name of interest.
 2025-06-13 The Atlanta Hawks appear ready to part ways with their longtime starting center. After years of trade rumors, Clint Capela is now expected to leave the team in free agency, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. His departure marks a major shift in Atlanta's frontcourt plans and opens the door for Onyeka Okongwu to take over as the full-time center.
 2025-06-13 URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius discuss Mike James’ suspension in Monaco, potential to leave despite being under contract and possible destinations where he’d fit the best. You can follow Urbonus on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podbean and wherever you get your podcasts.
 2025-06-13 Denver Nuggets veteran guard Russell Westbrook has decided to decline his player option for the 2025-26 season, making him an unrestricted free agent this June 30, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line.
 2025-06-13 Olympiacos Piraeus head coach Georgios Bartzokas opened up about the future of the Serbian forward Filip Petrusev with the team in an interview with Sport24. Bartzokas stated that Petrusev has no interest in returning to Piraeus, although he acknowledged that the player is exactly the type Olympiacos needs.
 2025-06-13 As the EuroLeague offseason heats up with player rumors, Olympiacos Piraeus head coach Giorgos Bartzokas took a firm stance on what really drives a successful transfer: intentionality and mutual desire, not just talent or headlines.
 2025-06-13 Despite offseason whispers hinting at a potential split, Giannis Antetokounmpo looks set to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks for the foreseeable future. Earlier this spring, reports surfaced suggesting the two-time MVP might consider exploring options outside Milwaukee. But according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, the NBA world is now aligned on the situation.
 2025-06-13 Dreamland Gran Canaria has officially announced its departure from the EuroCup and will compete in the FIBA Basketball Champions League starting next season. The club has completed all necessary registration procedures required by the competition for the inclusion of its first team.
 2025-06-13 The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to be one of the most active teams this offseason as they look to reshape their roster around the star duo of LeBron James and Luka Doncic. One of the Lakers’ biggest weaknesses this past season was the center position — a problem that only grew after Anthony Davis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks.
 2025-06-13 Bahcesehir Koleji Istanbul has officially announced the signing of 27-year-old American guard Malachi Flynn for the upcoming season. Flynn joins the Turkish side after spending his entire professional career in the United States, having been selected 29th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors.
 2025-06-13 The New York Knicks’ search for a new head coach continues to stall, as they’ve once again been denied permission to speak with a top candidate. According to Bulls insider K.C. Johnson, the Knicks requested permission to interview Chicago head coach Billy Donovan for their vacancy, but the request was rejected.
 2025-06-13 The Kevin Durant trade rumors have become the hottest topic in the NBA, with many reports suggesting he is all but guaranteed to be traded this offseason. Several teams have emerged as front-runners to acquire the Phoenix Suns superstar.
 2025-06-13 After failing to repeat their EuroLeague success and losing the Greek League finals, Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens will almost certainly do everything possible to strengthen coach Ergin Ataman's roster for next season. The Greek club has already reached an agreement with TJ Shorts, probably the most sought-after player on the market. Shorts had a stellar debut season with Paris Basketball. TJ will ...
 2025-06-13 The New York Knicks’ search for a new head coach continues following the firing of Tom Thibodeau after their Eastern Conference Finals exit against the Indiana Pacers. So far, the search has faced significant challenges, as the Knicks have been denied permission to speak with several head coaches from other teams they had targeted as potential replacements.
 2025-06-13 Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade achieved one of their most important goals of the season on Thursday by capturing another ABA League title, defeating Buducnost Podgorica and winning the finals series 3-1. Carlik Jones was one of the key players leading the team to the championship, averaging 14.8 points throughout the finals series.
 2025-06-13 As usual, the Los Angeles Lakers enter the offseason as one of the most intriguing teams to watch. With the goal of building around Luka Doncic and LeBron James, potentially for one of the final times in LeBron’s storied career, the pressure is on to make the right moves.
 2025-06-13 Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has been at the center of trade rumors following another early playoff exit for the team, as many of the league's insiders believe Giannis could request a trade this offseason. However, the trade buzz around him has started to quiet down, with a growing belief that he’s likely to remain loyal to Milwaukee.
 2025-06-13 Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz will reportedly have a new sporting director heading into the 2025–26 season. According to Jose Ignacio Huguet of Mundo Deportivo, Baskonia has appointed BAXI Manresa’s Xevi Pujol as the team’s new sporting director.
 2025-06-13 Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant is widely expected to be traded this offseason, with several potential suitors emerging. So far, the San Antonio Spurs have been labeled as the heavy favorites to land KD. However, the Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson believes Durant should consider taking his talents to a big-market Eastern Conference team instead.
 2025-06-13 Luka Doncic has gone viral this summer, with "Slim Luka" making a comeback as he continues to put in the work ahead of next season. However, Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson doesn’t seem too impressed with what appears to be Luka’s annually fluctuating physique. Speaking on ESPN's First Take, Magic emphasized that a move to LA should come with a shift in mindset.
 2025-06-12 In front of a sold-out Belgrade Arena, Zeljko Obradovic’s Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade defeated Buducnost VOLI Podgorica 90-75 in Game 4 of the ABA League Finals to clinch the series 3-1 and win their 8th ABA League championship, the most in league history.
 2025-06-12 Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith recently underwent surgery on his left ankle, a move aimed at finally addressing a lingering injury that has troubled him for several seasons, per ESPN. The 32-year-old is expected to be ready and pain-free in time for training camp ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.
2025-06-12 With the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and a need to retool the roster, the Philadelphia 76ers are once again in the middle of trade speculation. One of the more eye-catching proposals comes from Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor, who floated the idea of Philly going after Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant in a deal centered around Paul George.
 2025-06-12 According to Marc Stein, per HoopsHype, the Sacramento Kings continue to explore options at the point guard spot as new general manager Scott Perry looks to reshape the roster heading into the offseason. The front office has been active in discussions and evaluations. Sacramento has been linked to several established guards who could be on the move this summer.
 2025-06-12 Kyrie Irving time in Dallas Mavericks may have taken a hit due to injury, but his role with the team still appears secure, at least for now. After being traded to Dallas during the 2023 deadline, Irving helped guide the Mavericks to the NBA Finals alongside Luka Doncic.
 2025-06-12 On the latest episode of the Mind the Game podcast with Steve Nash, LeBron James voiced frustration with the way the media is handling coverage of the Finals between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Los Angeles Lakers star called for more effort and responsibility in highlighting the journeys and narratives of the players involved.
 2025-06-12 The Indiana Pacers have taken a 2-1 lead in what's shaping up to be the most fascinating postseason series. Indiana pulled off the impossible in Game 1; they beat the Oklahoma City Thunder despite committing 24 turnovers. Throughout the entire regular season, no team had managed to defeat the Thunder with that many giveaways.
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