Basketball enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the Olympics, where nations compete for glory on the global stage. Europe’s representation in the basketball tournaments, both men’s and women’s, is significant, reflecting the continent’s rich basketball heritage and competitive prowess. Let’s delve into the European teams that have secured their spots for the 2024 Olympics. Men’s Basketball Teams Six* European teams will be playing in the 2024 Olympics, including the hosts… although only three have qualified so far and we’re picking 3 more to join them. Germany Germany has consistently shown strong ..read more

Over the years, college baseball has experienced an increase in its fan base. Its growing popularity has led many leading sportsbooks like Sportzino to offer markets for its events. On these platforms, you can make predictions on various outcomes, ranging from the winner of the game to the number of runs scored. In this guide, we’ve provided more information on making such picks.  How to Predict NCAA Baseball? Before you can predict the outcome of college baseball events, you must have an account at a sportsbook. You can use platforms like Sportzino, where you make free predictions. Regi ..read more

The 2024 EuroLeague Final Four, hosted in the vibrant city of Berlin at the Uber Arena, marked a significant event in the realm of European basketball. This prestigious tournament not only showcased top-tier basketball talent but also brought together fans from across the continent, celebrating the spirit and excitement of the sport.   Teams and Matches The Final Four featured intense competitions among four elite teams: Real Madrid, Olympiacos Piraeus, Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens, and Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul. These teams had battled through a rigorous season and playoffs to earn their s ..read more

The 13 year wait ended in style. Ergin Ataman cemented his legend in Euroleague coaching as his Panathinaikos outwitted and outplayed Chus Mateo’s Real Madrid to triumph in Berlin. Ergin Ataman delivered a tactical masterclass in Berlin. The Panathinaikos coach never let the situation overcome him. The result was one where his side let Chus Mateo’s Real Madrid throw their best shots and then just kept coming back. In his first season at the helm of the Greens, he delivered the ultimate prize. A first Euroleague title in 13 years for the Greens. Really? Real Madrid got the tempo they wanted in ..read more

lt’s Chus Mateo and Real Madrid seeking back to back titles against Ergin Ataman and Panthinaikos in the game that matters the most. Who comes out on top in the Euroleague title game? After 38 rounds of the regular season, the playoffs, and the semi finals, it’s time for the Euroleague champion to be crowned. Chus Mateo leads Real Madrid against Ergin Ataman and Panathinaikos in Berlin. Key details Who: Real Madrid (31-7) vs Panathinaikos (27-13) Where: Uber Arena, Berlin When: Sunday 26 May 20.00 CET/ 19.00 (UK/Ireland)/ 14.00 EST How they got here Real Madrid Regular season: 27-7 (1st) P ..read more

At times it was simply devastating. At others, a little bit ropey. Eventually, Chus Mateo and Real Madrid got over the line and defeated Olympiacos at the Euroleague Final Four. This looked like it was going to be the worst beating in living memory at the Euroleague Final Four. Dignity was eventually restored for Olympiacos but they never did enough to truly worry Chus Mateo’s Real Madrid. Levels above The first quarter was about as emphatic a statement as Real Madrid could have made. The team that led the Euroleague standings from start to finish decided that it was time to remind the world ..read more

It wasn’t exactly the most electrifying start to the Euroleague Final Four. Delays with crowd trouble outside meant we had to wait for Panathinaikos and Fenerbahce to square off. Once they did, it was Ergin Ataman’s Greens that proved strategically superior. Well that was all a bit wild. Bizarre scenes outside led to a big delay to the game starting and Fenerbahce never really got out of bed. Chaotic inside and out There was drama before a ball was tipped. A group of fans without tickets charged the arena aiming to get in and that led to substantial delays. Speaking with supporters who got in ..read more

lt’s a rematch of last year’s champions game as Chus Mateo and Real Madrid battle Georgios Bartzokas and Olympiacos in the Euroleague Final Four. Who comes out on top to progress to Sunday’s title game? Real Madrid enter the Euroleague Final Four in Berlin as defending champions. Chus Mateo is hungry to claim a 12th crown by Georgios Bartzokas and Olympiacos stand in his way. Key details Who: Real Madrid (30-7) vs Olympiacos (25-14) Where: Uber Arena, Berlin When: Friday 24 May 21.00 CET/ 20.00 (UK/Ireland)/ 15.00 EST How they got here Real Madrid Regular season: 27-7 (1st) Playoffs: 3-0 v ..read more

lt’s a return to the Euroleague Final Four for Panathinaikos while Fenerbahce face an old foe in Ergin Ataman. Who emerges on Friday to proceed to Sunday’s title game? The first of the Euroleague Final Four match-ups sees Sarunas Jasikevicius and Fenerbahce take on Ergin Ataman’s Panathinaikos. There’s lots of respect but no love lost here. Who emerges to book their place in the title game? Key details Who: Panathinaikos (26-13) vs Fenerbahce (23-16) Where: Uber Arena, Berlin When: Friday 24 May 18.00 CET/ 17.00 (UK/Ireland)/ 12.00 EST How they got here Panathinaikos Regular season: 23-11 ..read more

An old tradition of BallinEurope is renewed in Berlin. On the eve of the Euroleague Final Four, Emmet Ryan is back with his annual address covering the league’s growth, the FIBA relationship, expansion, and more basketball things. My fellow sportsball fans. It has been far too long since the annual eve of the Euroleague Final Four address was given. The tradition is renewed today and there’s a great deal to talk about. Much of it is good. As ever, when it comes to matters of the future there is cause for hope and concern. All the same, be it FIBA, Dubai, or general fandom, let’s get to it. Co ..read more