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TEODOSIC’S SHOT ENDS SPAIN’S REIGN

September 9, 2010 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

With one incredible long shot, Milos Teodosic lifted Serbia into the semifinals of the 2010 FIBA World Championship and ended Spain’s reign as world champions. After Spain tied the game at 89 with 25.8 seconds left in the game on Marc Gasol’s dunk, Serbia put the ball in the hands of its playmaker, Teodosic, and … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, FIBA, General Tagged: FIBA, Milos Teodosic, Serbia, Spain, World Championship

DIAMANTIDIS ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

September 7, 2010 by Joel Huerto 3 Comments

Dimitris Diamantidis is not a name most American basketball followers are familiar with. But to those hardcore fans in Europe and especially Greece, Diamantidis is considered a basketball god. The 30-year-old guard/forward known for his defense and versatility has a resume worthy of Greek mythology. He is a four-time Greek League MVP, five-time Euroleague defensive … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, FIBA, General Tagged: Dimitris Diamantidis, Greece

FIVE BEST PLAYERS IN FIBA WORLDS

September 4, 2010 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

Because of the lack of star power currently competing in the FIBA World Championship in Turkey, some members of the basketball media have tabbed this year’s event as the “B-rated” championships. But don’t tell that to the individuals who have clearly set themselves apart from the rest of the competition and put together A-plus performances … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, FIBA, General, NBA Tagged: Ersan Ilyasova, FIBA, Kevin Durant, Linas Kleiza, Luis Scola, Turkey, Vassilis Spanoulis, World Championship

FIBA: LUIS SCOLA POWERS ARGENTINA

September 2, 2010 by Joel Huerto 2 Comments

Don’t cry for Argentina just yet. Even though the South Americans don’t have their best player, Manu Ginobili, in the 2010 FIBA World Championship, the 2004 Olympic gold-medalists are still a threat to contend for a medal in Turkey. Luis Scola has become the unquestionable leader of the team and he having a very good … [Read more…]

Posted in: FIBA, General, NBA Tagged: Argentina, Carlos Delfino, FIBA, Luis Scola, Turkey, World Championship

FIBA: BARBOSA FALLS SHORT AGAINST U.S.

September 1, 2010 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

Despite the absence of forwards Nene and Anderson Varejao, Brazil came within a basket of tying the United States at the end of regulation in Monday’s Group B matchup in the 2010 FIBA World Championship in Turkey. Fortunately for the Americans, Leandro Barbosa took the point-blank shot and – not surprisingly – missed. It was … [Read more…]

Posted in: FIBA, General Tagged: Brazil, FIBA, Leandro Barbosa, Turkey, USA, World Championship

FIBA: FRANCE’S BACKUP PLAN WORKS

September 1, 2010 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

With Les Bleus still reeling from the debacle that occurred at the World Cup in South Africa, the French basketball team is doing its best to bring some much needed amour and dignite back to the country. Through the first three games at the 2010 FIBA World Championship in Turkey, France is in first place … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, FIBA, General Tagged: Boris Diaw, FIBA, France, Mickael Gelabale, Nicolas Batum, Turkey, World Championship, Yannick Bokolo

FIBA: GORDON LEADS U.S. OVER CROATIA

August 29, 2010 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

When training camp started a month ago, Eric Gordon was a longshot to make the United States national team. But with each passing scrimmage and exhibition game, it became more and more evident that the L.A. Clippers guard had the perfect game to play against international competition. Gordon made it extremely difficult for team officials … [Read more…]

Posted in: FIBA, General, NBA Tagged: Croatia, Eric Gordon, Team USA, Turkey

RONDO’S EXIT WON’T HURT TEAM USA

August 27, 2010 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

In somewhat of a surprising move, Rajon Rondo has decided to withdraw from the United States basketball team. Rondo told USA Basketball President Jerry Colangelo that he had some personal matters. Translation: Rondo saved himself the embarrassment of being cut from the squad. The Boston Celtics All-Star point guard saw the writing on the wall … [Read more…]

Posted in: FIBA, General, NBA Tagged: Chauncey Billups, derrick rose, Eric Gordon, Jerry Colangelo, Rajon Rondo, Russell Westbrook, Stephen Curry, USA Basketball

WILL SPAIN REIGN AGAIN AT WORLDS?

August 24, 2010 by Joel Huerto 1 Comment

The year 2010 has been very kind to Spain. In June, Pau Gasol won his second NBA championship with the Lakers. A few weeks later, Rafael Nadal won his second Wimbledon title. In July, Alberto Contador captured his third consecutive Tour de France title and the Spanish soccer team won its first World Cup. It … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, FIBA, General Tagged: FIBA World Championship, Juan Carlos Navarro, marc gasol, Ricky Rubio, Spain, Turkey

EXHIBITION: ROSE LIFTS U.S. OVER SPAIN

August 23, 2010 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

In a possible semifinal preview at the 2010 World Championship in Turkey, the United States and Spain – arguably two of the best teams in the world – went toe to toe in an exhibition game on Sunday in Madrid and the Americans barely won, 86-85, thanks to two free throws by Derrick Rose. Kevin … [Read more…]

Posted in: FIBA, General, NBA Tagged: Madrid, Spain, Team USA
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