EuroLeague Basketball has issued a formal response to the recent accusations made by Panathinaikos and its head coach, Ergin Ataman, following their Game 1 loss in the EuroLeague Playoffs against Maccabi. The statement expresses disappointment in the public statements and events that unfolded after the game, emphasizing the contradiction with the principles of respect and unity among EuroLeague member clubs, coaches, players, and officials. EuroLeague Basketball addressed the “purposefully misleading and incorrect” statements made by Ataman, which sought to question the integrity of the offic ..read more

In a sport like basketball, which happens quickly, peak performance throughout the game can only be maintained through stamina and endurance. For a runner down the court to break, for example, or one defending against a relentless opponent’s offense, building up endurance is vital to staying competitive till the buzzer ends and even after that. This blog post will look at five professional tips to help basketball players improve their stamina and endurance on the court ..read more

Brooklyn Nets’ general manager Sean Marks has emphasized that securing Nic Claxton’s future with the team is their foremost objective as they prepare for the upcoming season. Marks underscored Claxton’s importance, expressing the team’s commitment to building around the talented center. “Nic is the No. 1 priority for us, there’s no doubt about that. We hope he’s a Net for a very long time. We hope we can continue to build around him and with him,” Marks said, via Michael Scotto ..read more

Paul George is anticipated to remain with the LA Clippers, despite significant interest from the Philadelphia 76ers. The speculation arises amidst reports of the Sixers eyeing George as a top target for the upcoming offseason, aiming to enhance their roster with a proven star. Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report highlighted the potential intrigue surrounding George’s free agency, noting the sizable cap room projected for the 76ers in July. While Philadelphia appears poised to pursue George aggressively, NBA insiders anticipate the star forward opting to re-sign with the Clippers ..read more

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham has voiced his disagreement with Anthony Davis’ assessment of Game 2 loss against the Denver Nuggets. Despite Davis’ comments about stretches of confusion on both ends of the floor, Ham believes the team’s issues were not due to lack of organization but rather the frustration of plays not unfolding as expected. Ham emphasized the Lakers’ commitment to efficiency and organization across all aspects of their game preparation ..read more

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro disclosed a motivating message from teammate Jimmy Butler ahead of Game 2 against the Boston Celtics. Butler’s text urged Herro to lead the team and emphasized the importance of making the right plays, not just focusing on scoring, particularly in playoff scenarios. “Just before the series JB texted me to take the team and lead these guys. Just make every right play. It’s not all about scoring in the playoffs, you got to make the right play,” Herro said ..read more

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla expressed disappointment following his team’s loss to the Miami Heat in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. Despite the setback, Mazzulla emphasized the inherent challenges of playoff basketball and the need to overcome adversity in pursuit of success. “It’s unfortunate that losing a game is adversity. It’s just the nature of the playoffs is [the] adverse itself. To think that you’re not going to have ups and downs throughout a run, you’re not being realistic,” Mazzulla said after the game, via ClutchPoints ..read more

Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo expressed confidence and resilience following his team’s victory against the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. Despite facing doubts and adversity, Adebayo emphasized the Heat’s unwavering belief in their ability to overcome challenges and emerge victorious. “We’ve been doubted a lot through our playoff runs… why lose belief now? Backs against the wall… our guys believe that we can win,” Adebayo said postgame ..read more

Hong Kong SAR, April 25, 2024 –Korean teams Busan KCC Egis and Suwon KT Sonicboom will compete to be the champions of East Asia in 2024-25, after qualifying for the East Asia Super League. KCC and KT qualified after winning their respective Korean Basketball League 2023-24 season semifinals. The KBL’s 2023-24 champion and runner-up both qualify for EASL in 2024-25. KCC overcame Wonju DB Promy in the KBL semifinals, winning 3-1 in the best-of-five series ..read more

NBA legend Charles Barkley expressed bewilderment over the Boston Celtics’ inconsistent performance at home, particularly in postseason games. Despite boasting top-tier talent and finishing atop the Eastern Conference this season, the Celtics find themselves tied 1-1 with the Miami Heat in their first-round series after dropping Game 2 on their home court. Even though Boston dominated in Game 1, Barkley pointed out that they allowed for Miami to reduce a 34-point lead to just 12 points, which he saw as a sign that something is wrong ..read more