The NBA is actively exploring the creation of a dedicated European league in partnership with FIBA, targeting a potential launch window between 2027 and 2028, according to reports confirmed by league officials. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and Europe and Middle East managing director George Aivazoglou have outlined preliminary discussions focused on a 16-team tournament format … Read more
The France women’s national basketball team is set to face the United States in the final of the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup this Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time in Berlin, Germany, as reported by outlets including franceinfo. The matchup serves as a direct rematch of the Paris 2024 Olympic … Read more
L’équipe de France féminine de basket-ball s’est qualifiée pour la première fois de son histoire pour les demi-finales de la Coupe du monde en battant la Chine sur le score de 90 à 61, jeudi à Berlin, selon les informations rapportées par les sources officielles du tournoi. Une qualification historique pour le basket féminin français … Read more
At the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin, 19-year-old Chinese center Zhang Ziyu has emerged as one of the tournament’s most scrutinized and unique attractions. Operating under intense global spotlight during her first major senior international competition, Zhang enters the global stage with an imposing physical profile that commands immediate tactical adjustments from every … Read more
Youth basketball programs in the Maurienne valley are experiencing a notable surge in participation and organizational momentum as local clubs launch their new campaigns. According to regional reports from Le Dauphiné Libéré, young athletes across the Porte de Maurienne sector are returning to the hardwood with renewed enthusiasm, driven by structured local coaching and expanding … Read more
The Mali women’s national basketball team secured a historic 82-73 victory against Spain at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, according to reports from international sports coverages. Despite dropping their opening match to Japan, the Malian side rebounded to claim the first group-stage win in their World Cup history during tournament action on Saturday. … Read more
The United States women’s national basketball team faces a formidable challenge at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup beginning Friday, September 4, in Berlin, Germany, as the four-time defending champions attempt to secure their fifth global title amidst a wave of roster turnover and fierce international competition. USA Basketball announced on Monday, August 31, that … Read more
Fresh off an NBA championship with the New York Knicks, 21-year-old forward Pacôme Dadiet has officially pulled on the jersey of the Ivory Coast national team. He made his debut in Dakar during the fourth window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers. Pacôme Dadiet Makes Debut for Ivory Coast The commitment, finalized earlier this … Read more
The AS Monaco Basket faces exclusion from professional French basketball following repeated financial troubles. Despite clinching the Betclic Élite championship in June 2026, the club was rejected by the French Basketball Federation’s federal bureau after attempting to appeal earlier rulings from the National Basketball League’s financial watchdog and the French National Olympic and Sporting Committee … Read more
Vietnam Men’s Basketball Team Concludes FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers First Round Campaign The Vietnam men’s national 5×5 basketball team has officially concluded its journey in the first round of the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers, according to regional tournament organizers. The squad wrapped up its schedule following a competitive stretch in the opening stage … Read more