2023 FIBA World Cup: 5 best international players in the tournament
It's time to stop talking about who won't be at the FIBA World Cup and start talking about who will. Plenty of NBA stars will be on display in the Philippines this summer.There's no need to lie, there is currently not a single country capable of winning the FIBA World Cup that is ...
2023-08-18 00:57
2023 FIBA World Cup: 5 non-USA teams that could win the tournament
The 2023 FIBA World Cup is almost here, and the field of teams who could potentially win the gold medal is larger than ever.FIBA has long struggled to make the World Cup a marquee basketball tournament comparable to its soccer counterpart. The Olympics remains the top prize in international bask...
2023-08-15 11:51
The West's 'see no evil' approach to Serbia's Vucic is destabilizing the Balkans
When Russia invaded Ukraine, the United States and European Union accelerated their pivot towards Serbia. Rather than juggling the contradictory demands of pluralistic and fractious Balkan states, Western capitals focused the bulk of their efforts on a singular target.
2023-08-14 12:28
5 NBA players who played well in FIBA warm-up games this week
The 2023 FIBA World Cup starts in less than two weeks. Teams are playing warm-up games and NBA players are flashing their skills. Here are five NBA players who had strong performances this week.The FIBA World Cup starts on Aug. 25 and so far, most of the news coverage about the tournament has be...
2023-08-14 07:50
3 ways the Pistons should have Cade Cunningham mimic Luka Doncic
Cade Cunningham impressed at Team USA scrimmages. Can he use his size, strength, and pace to his advantage similar to Luka Doncic?Team USA prepared for the FIBA World Cup with a scrimmage against the Select Team. Something Team USA coach Steve Kerr called, "a time-honored tradition in USA B...
2023-08-09 02:54
Dante Exum is back in the NBA but is he better?
Dante Exum, a former top-5 NBA Draft pick, spent two years in Europe to find his basketball rhythm. Now, he's back in the NBA. Will his return be better than his debut?Selected No. 5 overall in the 2014 NBA Draft, the Australian guard Dante Exum came into the league with what could be best ...
2023-08-08 21:29
China or India? How to Invest in the Coming Asia Boom
(Bloomberg Markets) -- Money managers are navigating an historic shift: India’s population, at 1.43 billion, edged past China’s this year.
2023-08-07 08:27
Rival NBA head coach expects Luka Doncic to win MVP this year
Former Dallas Mavericks play-caller Rick Carlisle has high expectations for Luka Doncic next season.The Dallas Mavericks finished last season with a whimper instead of a bang, but there's still reason to believe in the general philosophy behind a Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving-led team. The M...
2023-08-05 00:18
5 wild lineups we can't wait to see in the 2023-24 NBA season
The NBA offseason is far from over, but there are still plenty of potential on-court lineups that are tantalizing. Here are five we can't wait to see.While many NBA teams are clearly far from their final product, plenty of teams seem to be content with what they've done — or have...
2023-08-01 21:55
For Vasilije Micic to succeed in the NBA, he needs permission to be himself
Vasilije Micic has been at his best when afforded plenty of freedom and free reign. Will the Oklahoma City Thunder give that to him?In the 2014 NBA Draft an unknown well-rounded Serbian prospect was selected late in the second round. His career’s progress was far from linear, but ultimatel...
2023-07-14 10:57
Milan Lucic on why Flames players won't stay in Calgary
Milan Lucic shared some critiques of the Calgary Flames organization in a recent interview. Despite enjoying his time with the team, he ultimately left to sign with the Boston Bruins. Lucic suggested that it may be challenging to attract and retain players in Calgary.Milan Lucic speaks highly of...
2023-07-11 12:55
Banks to Brighten India Company Earnings Amid IT Uncertainties
Banks and consumer companies are expected to drive first-quarter earnings in India boosted by accelerating economic activity, easing
2023-07-10 10:23