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Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 25, 3:56 AM ET

The Basketball Federation of Slovenia has extended its partnership with MatchWornShirt, this time including the men’s senior national team jerseys from EuroBasket 2025, worn and signed by all 12 players – Luka Doncic among them. The auction began Monday and will run through Sunday, with Doncic’s jersey naturally drawing the most attention. His iconic #77 […] The post Luka Doncic’s signed EuroBasket jersey draws huge bids appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 23, 4:34 PM ET

Liga Endesa officially presented the new season in Madrid, with all clubs represented, on the same day that Chus Mateo was unveiled as the new head coach of Spain’s national team. Among the players present was Ricky Rubio, who returned as the face of Juventut Badalona, the club where his professional journey began. Rubio is […] The post Ricky Rubio leaves national team return door open appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 22, 5:35 AM ET

The decision of the Spanish Basketball Federation on the new head coach is now officially released. Former Real Madrid head coach Chus Mateo has been named as the new head tactician of the Spanish national team. Mateo’s coaching term is effective until 2029 as per the contract of four years. The Euroleague champion tactician officially […] The post Chus Mateo takes the leading role as head coach of the Spain appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 21, 2:33 PM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers made a strong effort to stand behind Luka Doncic as he represented Slovenia at EuroBasket, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Team governor Jeanie Buss and president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka traveled to Poland to watch him compete, joined by team stakeholders Kurt and Linda Rambis, several staff […] The post Lakers back Luka Doncic with EuroBasket support appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 20, 4:00 AM ET

Luka Doncic earned recognition for his defensive work at EuroBasket, where he also led the tournament in scoring with 34.7 points per game. Lakers assistant coach Greg St. Jean, who was on Slovenia’s coaching staff, highlighted Doncic as the national team’s best defensive player, praising his positioning, communication, and effort on each possession. During the […] The post Luka Doncic named Slovenia’s top defender by Lakers coach appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 18, 1:03 PM ET

Pau Gasol recently shared his thoughts on how international NBA stars often display an added level of focus and intensity when representing their countries in FIBA competitions. Speaking on ESPN’s NBA Today, the 45-year-old retired Spanish legend reflected on his own experiences and offered insight into the mindset of players like Giannis Antetokounmpo. “I love […] The post Pau Gasol praises Giannis Antetokounmpo’ passion for national team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .