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Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 10, 10:36 AM ET

Ergin Ataman discussed the expected fan turnout for Turkiye in the EuroBasket 2025 Semifinals against Greece, highlighting the significance of crowd support in Riga. “I expect our airlines to operate additional flights to Riga and for many fans from Turkiye to support us in this game. We will be playing a historic semifinal against Greece. […] The post Ergin Ataman anticipates strong Turkish fan support appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket NCAAOutlet infoAug 6, 1:43 PM ET

Incoming BYU freshman sensation AJ Dybantsa says that the group has success in the 2026 NCAA Tournament on their minds. (via SportsCenter NEXT): “I think the only goal we’ve got in mind is winning a national championship. We got to the Sweet 16 last year as a first-year coach (Kevin Young), so I think we […] The post AJ Dybantsa: The only goal BYU has is winning a national title appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket NCAAOutlet infoAug 3, 3:58 AM ET

Damian Lillard has accepted an official front office role at his alma mater, Weber State, stepping in as general manager of the men’s basketball program. The seven-time All-NBA guard made the announcement during the 2025 edition of the Weber State Basketball Alumni Classic, held at Swenson Gym in Ogden, Utah. Lillard addressed a packed crowd […] The post Damian Lillard named general manager of Weber State appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 10, 10:27 AM ET

An ankle injury suffered by Cedi Osman has become a source of serious concern for Türkiye and head coach Ergin Ataman as the team prepares for a crucial EuroBasket 2025 Semifinal clash against Greece at the Xiaomi Arena on Friday. The 30-year-old forward was injured during the Quarterfinal win over Poland. Although he initially left […] The post Ergin Ataman updates on Cedi Osman’s injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket FIBAOutlet infoSep 10, 6:32 AM ET

Everyone is familiar with what Giannis Antetokounmpo brings to the court – his dominance, versatility, and leadership are unquestioned. Many have also come to admire his older brother Thanasis for his trademark energy and passion. But in Greece’s EuroBasket 2025 Quarter-Final victory over Lithuania, it was the youngest of the three brothers in Riga, Kostas […] The post Kostas Antetokounmpo steps out shadow Giannis appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket NCAAOutlet infoJul 29, 3:11 AM ET

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe didn’t hold back during his appearance on Podcast P with Paul George, sharing a blunt assessment of his lone season at Baylor. Edgecombe, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, described the college game as frustrating and overly congested. “College though? I hated college basketball, personally,” Edgecombe […] The post VJ Edgecombe: “I hated college basketball” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .