Cyprus, which will be competing in EuroBasket for the first time ever this year, announced its 12-man roster for the event on Monday, as FIBA relays. Cyprus’ national team doesn’t feature any current or former NBA players, but the group includes former Wichita State big man Darral Willis, up-and-coming point guard Filippos Tigkas, and sharpshooter Konstantinos Simitzis, who was … [Read more...] about EuroBasket Notes: Cyprus, Players To Watch, Celtics, Heat, Top Matchups
Southeast Notes: Spoelstra, Jovic, Labissiere, Coulibaly, Holmes
Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra visited Europe last week to watch some of his players in exhibition games prior to the EuroBasket tournament. That didn’t go unnoticed by forward Nikola Jovic, as Spoelstra went to Belgrade to watch Jovic play for the Serbian national team in an exhibition against Slovenia. “I was definitely motivated [by Spoelstra watching], he’s one of the best … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Spoelstra, Jovic, Labissiere, Coulibaly, Holmes
Heat EuroBasket Notes: Jovic, Spoelstra, Larsson, Fontecchio
The Heat have several prominent roles available for the taking. Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, and Bam Adebayo all seem to have their starting spots locked up, and Davion Mitchell and Kel’el Ware made strong cases for themselves last season, but there are still plenty of minutes and responsibility upgrades to be won. Nikola Jovic could get a head start on staking his claim during … [Read more...] about Heat EuroBasket Notes: Jovic, Spoelstra, Larsson, Fontecchio
Nikola Jokic Headlines Serbia’s Roster For EuroBasket
The Serbian national team has officially announced its roster for the upcoming EuroBasket tournament, according to FIBA. The 12-man group is headlined by Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic, the three-time NBA MVP who won Finals MVP en route to Denver’s first title in 2023. While Jokic is the most noteworthy name on Serbia’s roster, the team has three other active NBA players in … [Read more...] about Nikola Jokic Headlines Serbia’s Roster For EuroBasket
Dru Smith “On A Great Trajectory” In Return From Achilles Tear
After landing a new contract with the Heat over the weekend, the next challenge for Dru Smith is to be ready to participate without restrictions when training camp opens September 30, writes Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald. Smith is recovering from an Achilles tear that ended his season prematurely in December. He tells Chiang that he has already been involved in some … [Read more...] about Dru Smith “On A Great Trajectory” In Return From Achilles Tear