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Turkey coach Ergin Ataman spoke ahead of the EuroBasket Final against Germany on Sunday, September 14, expressing confidence in his team, addressing a controversial social media incident, and sharing why he doesn’t feel the usual pressure before such a major game. On Turkey’s strengths heading into the match, Ataman highlighted the team’s preparation and collective […] The post Ergin Ataman relaxed ahead of EuroBasket Final appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

After tough defeats in Friday’s Semi-Finals, Finland and Greece are left to battle for pride, history, and a place on the podium when they meet in the Third Place Game of FIBA EuroBasket 2025. For Finland, this bronze-medal clash represents the chance to make history. The Susijengi have already broken barriers with their first-ever Quarter-Finals […] The post Markkanen vs Antetokounmpo headline EuroBasket bronze clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Every big statistical moment at FIBA EuroBasket 2025 has been highlighted with live alerts, and almost three weeks into the tournament, those alerts have been filled over and over again by one name: Alperen Sengun. His production has been so overwhelming that the updates could almost be renamed the Alperen Sengun Alert System. The numbers […] The post Alperen Sengun rewrites EuroBasket history with dominance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The stage is set for the grand finale: on Sunday, Europe will witness a new champion crowned as Germany and Türkiye collide in the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 championship game in Riga. Both teams arrive at the title clash carrying perfect records, 8-0 apiece, and with history and ambition pushing them forward. Germany seeks its second […] The post EuroBasket final: Türkiye, Germany chase history appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Dennis Schroder has been the heartbeat of the German national team for more than a decade, pouring his passion, leadership, and relentless energy into every summer on the international stage. Now, at 31 years old and wearing the captain’s armband, he stands just one step away from achieving what he has long fought for: leading […] The post Playing for Germany is a given for Dennis Schroder appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Here’s former NBA point guard Andre Miller on his 2002 FIBA World Championship experience with Team USA. (via All The Smoke): “Give y’all a setup of how that team came about because I believe George was the coach of that team. George Karl was the coach of that team. And I think the year before […] The post Andre Miller: 2002 USA FIBA World Cup team ‘didn’t win nothing’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Greece ended a 16-year medal drought at EuroBasket with a 92-89 win over Finland in Sunday’s Third-Place Game in Riga. Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a dominant performance, finishing with 30 points, 17 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 blocks on 9-of-11 shooting. His late free throws sealed Greece’s sixth podium finish in tournament history. The last time […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo powers Greece past Finland for EuroBasket bronze appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

“This is Greek fashion,” was Tyler Dorsey’s immediate reaction after Greece edged Finland in the EuroBasket 2025 third-place game. The win brought a bronze medal, but it came the hard way. Greece had built a commanding 17-point lead with just over four minutes left, only to see Finland storm back and cut the margin to […] The post Tyler Dorsey praises Giannis Antetokounmpo’ free throws appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

For only the second time in FIBA EuroBasket history, Germany has claimed the top spot on the podium. The reigning FIBA Basketball World Cup champions defeated Türkiye 88-83 in the final held in Riga on Sunday, mirroring their 1993 EuroBasket triumph on home soil. Türkiye finished second, matching their best-ever EuroBasket result, previously achieved in […] The post Germany claims EuroBasket 2025 title appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

A new documentary is set to shed light on one of the most unique stories in basketball history. The Lost Dream Team, directed by Jure Pavlović, premieres this week across the former Yugoslav countries, coinciding with the conclusion of EuroBasket 2025. The film explores how the Yugoslav national team captured the gold medal at the […] The post The Lost Dream Team: documentary reveals untold story of Yugoslavia’s final gold medal appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Sports media personality Bill Simmons believes the next era of Team USA basketball should be built entirely around players under 30. Simmons said the 2028 Olympic roster in Los Angeles should avoid relying on aging veterans, unlike the 2024 team in Paris that leaned on stars such as LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry. […] The post Team USA’s 2028 Olympic roster should exclude players over 30 – Bill Simmons appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Alan Ibrahimagic entered the tournament officially as an assistant coach, but when German national team head coach Alex Mumbru faced a medical issue, Ibrahimagic stepped up and effectively became the leader of the Eurobasket champions. Mumbru, who made history as only the second person to win Eurobasket both as a player and a coach after […] The post Alan Ibrahimagic, meant to assist, led the champions appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Coming out of a tough loss in the gold-medal game of EuroBasket 2025, Ergin Ataman was hesitant to find any silver lining in Turkiye’s second-ever EuroBasket silver medal. “All these three weeks in Riga, through this EuroBasket, I talked too much in the press conference every time. Now, there are no words to say, because […] The post Ergin Ataman: “No positives now” after EuroBasket loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Greece, finishing third in the final standings of EuroBasket 2025 and securing the bronze medal in Riga on Sunday, returned home on Monday to a warm reception. At Athens airport, the team coached by Vassilis Spanoulis was greeted with the iconic tune The Final Countdown by Europe, a song forever linked to Greece’s EuroBasket 1987 […] The post Vassilis Spanoulis: “This medal belongs to all Greeks” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Even though Dennis Schroder was named MVP of FIBA EuroBasket 2025, Germany’s success wouldn’t have been complete without the standout performance of Isaac Bonga. The 25-year-old forward earned TCL Player of the Game honors in the gold-medal clash against Turkiye, finishing with 20 points on a perfect 4-of-4 from three, along with 5 rebounds and […] The post Isaac Bonga: Little things like rebounds win games appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

When the senior German national team touched down in Frankfurt on Monday, just hours after clinching gold at EuroBasket 2025, Dennis Schroder quickly became the center of attention. The spotlight shone not only on the tournament’s Most Valuable Player, but also on Schroder, who celebrated his birthday on the same day. Fans, estimated at around […] The post Dennis Schroder celebrated birthday amid EuroBasket triumph appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Giannis Antetokounmpo of Greece and Alperen Sengun of Turkey issued public apologies for inflammatory remarks made on social media during the final days of EuroBasket 2025. Antetokounmpo acknowledged making an inappropriate comment in response to disrespectful messages, emphasizing that he never intended to offend anyone and expressed respect for Turkey and people worldwide. His comments […] The post Giannis, Sengun reconcile after EuroBasket social media feud appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Kevin Durant has not ruled out another Olympic run, even as he approaches the late stages of his career. Durant, who turns 37 later this month, was asked about the possibility of suiting up for Team USA at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. His response was brief but telling: “Yeah, if I’m still me,” he […] The post Kevin Durant on 2028 Olympics: “Yeah, if I’m still me” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Shane Larkin is thrilled to represent Turkey in the EuroBasket 2025. Former Boston Celtics backup point guard Shane Larkin found a home in Turkey, starting his legacy around Europe, as he believes his talent was much more appreciated than in the NBA. The 5-foot-11 guard’s pick-and-roll craftiness and shotmaking playstyle have clicked in the Euroleague […] The post Shane Larkin finds his groove competing overseas rather than NBA appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Spanish Basketball Federation (FEB) is approaching a pivotal moment as it prepares to appoint a new head coach for the men’s senior national team. With Chus Mateo and Pablo Laso widely regarded as the frontrunners, the decision is proving far from straightforward and carries long-term implications for the future of La Familia. The change […] The post Spain considers Sergio Scariolo’s successor after EuroBasket exit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Toliopoulos is making two milestones in just one week. A busy week for Vassilis Toliopoulos as he played with Greece in a Bronze medal match in EuroBasket, while also having his debut in the Panathinaikos jersey. Following a productive two-year stint with Aris, the Greek guard officially signed a three-year contract with the Panathinaikos AKTOR […] The post Vassilis Toliopoulos makes two milestones in a week appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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 .

EuroBasket 2025 has concluded in Riga, Latvia, leaving fans with unforgettable memories of how NBA superstars shaped the tournament. Players like Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo once again proved why they dominate headlines worldwide. Doncic dazzled with explosive scoring performances, including games that will be remembered for years, while Antetokounmpo’s consistency and leadership anchored his […] The post EuroBasket 2025 and the NBA: What This Tournament Means for Global Superstars ...

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 .

Alperen Sengun has made good on a playful but meaningful promise to his Turkish teammate Ercan Osmani. After Turkey stunned Greece in the EuroBasket 2025 semifinals, Sengun revealed he had promised Osmani a Rolex watch if he managed to hold Giannis Antetokounmpo under 20 points. Nearly a week later, the Houston Rockets big man followed […] The post Alperen Sengun gifts teammate a Rolex after stopping Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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 .

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 .

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s tears at EuroBasket 2025 weren’t just for himself – they were for all of Greece, a nation that had waited 16 years for basketball glory. Standing on the podium with a gold medal, the two-time NBA MVP felt both personal triumph and national pride. “I am happy, I am healthy, my family is […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo: MVP matters less than national team victory appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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 .

Fresh off winning bronze at EuroBasket 2025, Greece is looking ahead with a clear plan: to continue building around head coach Vassilis Spanoulis and superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Speaking to Greek public television, Hellenic Basketball Federation president Vangelis Liolios underlined that both figures remain central to the national team’s future. “Giannis, as long as he is […] The post Greece plans future with Spanoulis, Giannis committed appeared first on TalkBasket.net .