Official Eurobasket 2015 thread [Archive]

Mamuza94

07-22-2015, 06:15 PM

I had planned to open this thread but i thought it's too early for that. :)
The biggest favorites are definitly Spain, Serbia and France. From Spurs point of view, would be interesting to watch France (TP, Diaw) and Serbia (Boban, Milutinov, Dangubic). Dangubic and Milutinov aren't sure for final 12 roster (I give 5% to Dangubic) but if nothing else, they will play in frendly games before Eurobasket. First matches Serbia will play at the beginning of August. One of preparatory games, i think, Serbia will play vs. France.

Some of pictures from first Serbia training a few days ago:

Milutinov and Pot (kid who's is there just to fill roster)
http://i.imgur.com/UcLYKVp.jpg

Marjanovic and Teodosic
http://i.imgur.com/Mi3bK4r.jpg

Kuzmic and Dangubic in background
http://i.imgur.com/UbaEe1D.png

BTW Admins need to put "spoiler" option in forum (http://i.imgur.com/mmojAi4.png) :)

ElNono

07-22-2015, 06:15 PM

This summer we're all French http://smileys.on-my-web.com/repository/Flags/france-flag-01.gif

Go Tony and Bobo!

NASpurs

07-22-2015, 06:17 PM

I had planned to open this thread but i thought it's too early for that. :)
The biggest favorites are definitly Spain, Serbia and France. From Spurs point of view, would be interesting to watch France (TP, Diaw) and Serbia (Boban, Milutinov, Dangubic). Dangubic and Milutinov aren't sure for final 12 roster (I give 5% to Dangubic) but if nothing else, they will play in frendly games before Eurobasket. First matches Serbia will play at the beginning of August. One of preaparatory games, i think, Serbia will play vs. France.

Some of pictures from first Serbia training a few days ago:

Milutinov and Pot (kid who's is there just to fill roster)

You Euros should dominate this thread with pics and news about your teams and whatever else you can find. :tu That's a nice thing of having the registration being open again. My favorite player is Teodosic. Made a fan of me last year. :tu

manufan10

07-22-2015, 06:19 PM

Is it going to be televised?

Mamuza94

07-22-2015, 06:25 PM

You Euros should dominate this thread with pics and news about your teams and whatever else you can find. :tu That's a nice thing of having the registration being open again.

That was my plan :) I will try to cover better i can, first of all Serbia, then France and other teams. Maybe later or tomorrow (it's 1:25 at evening, morning, night, (whatever word you use for that) in Serbia) will put full rosters of all teams and other stuff.
Teo is genious, literally.

NASpurs

07-22-2015, 06:48 PM

IG video of Bobo, Tony and Fournier: https://instagram.com/p/5btwFJj7VM/

https://igcdn-photos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/t51.2885-15/10808797_926061650787554_613620418_n.jpg

NASpurs

07-22-2015, 06:50 PM

That was my plan :) I will try to cover better i can, first of all Serbia, then France and other teams. Maybe later or tomorrow (it's 1:25 at evening, morning, night, (whatever word you use for that) in Serbia) will put full rosters of all teams and other stuff.
Teo is genious, literally.

Thanks man, appreciate it. :tu

Normally I wouldn't have started this thread but Bobo posted that pic and I didn't where to post it at. With training camps already starting for some teams, this thread is probably long overdue. :lol

jyra

07-22-2015, 06:51 PM

It's going to be awesome to see Dörk suit up for the national team one last time (unless Germany somehow pulls oft a top 5 finish).

NASpurs

07-22-2015, 06:57 PM

timvp

07-22-2015, 06:59 PM

While Parker looks fit, Boris looks kinda rotund, tbh. Hopefully he can work off those pounds between now and training camp.

ducks

07-22-2015, 07:18 PM

While Parker looks fit, Boris looks kinda rotund, tbh. Hopefully he can work off those pounds between now and training camp.

boris should be he knows spurs have west now

NASpurs

07-22-2015, 07:25 PM

https://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/video/parker-eyes-eurobasket-defence-france-233701734.html?

Video of TP with translation

DesignatedT

07-22-2015, 07:26 PM

Boris always blows up in the summer

Maddog

07-22-2015, 08:22 PM

Marjonovic looks likes he sizing up Teodosic for lunch

Spurs9

07-22-2015, 08:48 PM

Parker looks to be in damn good shape.

http://i.imgur.com/OKepHAA.gif
Yep, I'll have plenty of bump material for this season from everyone crying about Parker.

objective

07-22-2015, 10:11 PM

Still has weight to lose tbh

ace3g

07-22-2015, 10:42 PM

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spursistan

07-22-2015, 10:48 PM

Tony is looking in damn good shape from those few pics :tu It does seems that he has cast off some serious dead weight in that special June workout..hopefully it translate into his play/form..

100%duncan

07-23-2015, 12:10 AM

The nba season couldnt start sooner

spursistan

07-23-2015, 12:15 AM

Guys this Tony Parker in Clippers series..You've got to be kidding me at the difference a couple of months make :lol

http://cdn-jpg.si.com/sites/default/files/styles/si_article_main/public/2015/04/23/spurs-tony-parker-questionable-game-3.jpg?itok=z7dJVdf5

BackHome

07-23-2015, 01:59 AM

Love the reads from all our foreign fans supporting their National Teams! Please keep up with the pictures and post! Much appreciated!!!

apalisoc_9

07-23-2015, 02:00 AM

spursistan

07-23-2015, 02:12 AM

shows how much he cares about the team.
I think he eventually got an earful from Pop about it in the exit interview, tbh..Definitely looks way slimmer in those early Team France drills..We'll see how that works next season..

TheGreatYacht

07-23-2015, 02:19 AM

Does Boban speak English? Would he need a translator with him at all times in practice?

Fireball

07-23-2015, 02:20 AM

Bobo is the coolest cat in town ... that coffee picture :lol

TheGreatYacht

07-23-2015, 02:28 AM

TP got rid of the fade? That shit looked clean. Would've been dope seeing him and Tim rocking it

Brox6

07-23-2015, 03:30 AM

TP9 on revenge mode this coming season. :lobt2:

T Park

07-23-2015, 03:39 AM

Boris Diaw is the real most interesting man in the world. Unreal.

outmap

07-23-2015, 04:22 AM

I hope Bobo loses some pounds too. (A lot, preferably.)

Maddog

07-23-2015, 06:20 AM

Boris Diaw is the real most interesting man in the world. Unreal.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51eAXMRVCkL._SX337_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg

Mamuza94

07-23-2015, 08:21 AM

Schedule of preparation games:

Serbia:

Slovenia, August 2nd - vs Hungary
France, August 5-7 - vs France
France, August 8-10 - vs Russia
Serbia, August 12th - vs France
Serbia, August 16-17 - Belgrade Trophy Tournament (Russia, China, Venezuela)
Israel, August 21-25 - vs Israel and Ukraine
Slovenia, August 27th - vs Slovenia
Republa Srpska (Bosnia), August 29th - vs Slovenia

France:

Tampere (Finland) from 31 July to 2 August
Saturday August 1: Finland / France

Nancy (54) 5 to 7 August
Friday, August 7th: 19h30 - France / Serbia

Villeurbanne (69) of 8 to 10 August
Sunday, August 9: 7:15 p.m. - France / Russia

Belgrade (Serbia) from August 11 to 13
Wednesday, August 12: Serbia / France

Nantes (44) of 13 to 15 August
Friday, August 14: 8:30 p.m. - France / Ukraine

Vendéspace (85) of 15 to 16 August
Sunday, August 16th: 19h30 - France / Ukraine

Rouen (76) of 19 to 21 August
Friday, August 21: 20h00 - France / Georgia

Saint Quentin (02) of 21 to 22 August
Saturday, August 22: 18h30 - France / Belgium

Strasbourg (67) of 27 to 28 August
Friday, August 28: 7:15 p.m. - France / Germany

Cologne (Germany) from 29 to 30 August
Sunday, 30 August: 15.00 - Germany / France

Spain:

Spain, 11.08. - vs Belgium
Spain, 15.08. - vs Poland
Spain, 16.08. - vs /
Spain, 18.08. - vs Venezuela
Spain, 22.08. - vs Macedonia
Spain, 25.08. - vs Macedonia
Spain, 30.08. - vs Czech Republic

jhfenton

07-23-2015, 08:37 AM

Does Boban speak English? Would he need a translator with him at all times in practice?

Bobi speaks excellent English.

The first example I could find:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tp749EmCTJE

k_nguyen93

07-23-2015, 09:42 AM

Does Boban speak English? Would he need a translator with him at all times in practice?

His English from just the interviews I've seen already sounds better than when Tiago first came over.

look_at_g_shred

07-23-2015, 09:55 AM

Sorry if already answered, but will this be televised?

Maddog

07-23-2015, 10:08 AM

Since I don't follow the Serbian national team- How much playing time do you think Marjonovic will get?

Mamuza94

07-23-2015, 10:08 AM

Sorry if already answered, but will this be televised?

I don't know where are u from, probably from US, and i believe that one of US TV will be cover this tournament. It would be weird if will not.

Since I don't follow the Serbian national team- How much playing time do you think Marjonovic will get?

Pretty much. But last year he's not went on World Cup (Mundobasket) with team, so can tell u exactly how many. But i expect from him to play at least 20 minuts per game.

look_at_g_shred

07-23-2015, 10:12 AM

Since I don't follow the Serbian national team- How much playing time do you think Marjonovic will get?
If i had to guess maybe..maybe 8-10 mins. It also depends who is and who isn't playing. He should see the floor though as he will go through training camp. Remember when we signed Baynes mid-season, there was talk of how come he wasn't seeing the floor. People forget that training camp is imperative to the knowledge of the Spurs' system.

look_at_g_shred

07-23-2015, 10:12 AM

I don't know where are u from, probably from US, and i believe that one of US TV will be cover this tournament. It would be weird if will not.

Pretty much. But last year he's not went on World Cup (Mundobasket) with team, so can tell u exactly how many. But i expect from him to play at least 20 minuts per game.

Thank you!

Mamuza94

07-23-2015, 10:22 AM

I was thinking and i have gone too far with Boban's minutes. 15 minutes per game is more realistically. Because of rotations, system of plays... :)

And, if someone wont to pay to watch tournament, can that here > http://www.livebasketball.tv/

silverblackfan

07-23-2015, 10:46 AM

Bobi speaks excellent English.

The first example I could find:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tp749EmCTJE

He does speak better than Taigo when he first arrived. :lol I liked how he deflected the praise to the team and not just one guy or one game. Already Spurs material.

Mnky

07-23-2015, 11:26 AM

https://igcdn-photos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t51.2885-15/11378087_852350991510633_215171047_n.jpg

:lmao BOBO (and that coffee, reminding me of the Marc Stein ESPN story :lol)

https://igcdn-photos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t51.2885-15/10467887_514695092011301_1255846003_n.jpg

Maybe its the angle and light, but his arms look like they got more definition. I'm not seeing the chub factor people talking about. Hes a pf/c. Not a sf.

hater

07-23-2015, 11:31 AM

Agree Diaw looks good. You can tell a persons weight by looking at the fat under their chin.

Maddog

07-23-2015, 12:50 PM

Agree Diaw looks good. You can tell a persons weight by looking at the fat under their chin.

Looks great

http://photos.sacurrent.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/boris-forest-of-tayrona-colombia.jpg

Fireball

07-23-2015, 01:59 PM

Agree Diaw looks good. You can tell a persons weight by looking at the fat under their chin.

I only see a beard ... but otherwise he looks good.

TP as well, but the thing about him being fat was a little overblown ... he was injured for gods sake. But trimming down a little is never a bad thing when ageing ...

Dex

07-23-2015, 02:05 PM

Looks great

http://photos.sacurrent.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/boris-forest-of-tayrona-colombia.jpg

:lmao Fuck, I just want to live Bobo's life.

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07-23-2015, 05:55 PM

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Ice009

07-23-2015, 06:47 PM

What broadband service can you purchase to watch the games? I don't mind paying for them. Getting eliminated in early May makes the off-season too long ;). Can you also watch any of the practice games?

DesignatedT

07-23-2015, 06:51 PM

I thought I remember these games being televised two years ago. Unless I'm thinking of something else.

Mamuza94

07-23-2015, 07:03 PM

Will be covered for sure. It's big tournament. What TV ususally broadcast this type of competitions? Does anyone remember Eurobasket 2013 and service which then was cover it?
In worst case there will be streams. Alaso for pratice games.

ChumpDumper

07-23-2015, 07:05 PM

NBAtv aired the games from the quarterfinals to the finals last time. I imagine a bunch of the preliminaries will be on the eurobasket2015.org site. Whether they will be free I don't know.

TheGreatYacht

07-23-2015, 11:14 PM

Bobi speaks excellent English.

The first example I could find:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tp749EmCTJE

His English from just the interviews I've seen already sounds better than when Tiago first came over.
Just saw this, thanks :tu

all_zh

07-24-2015, 07:38 AM

Yeah, Teo is awesome, but too much problem with nerves. Now, he isn't a big game player unfortunately :(

Mamuza94

07-24-2015, 08:10 AM

He isn't? :D

1:29:55

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=847izkSYQV0

And after that, in semifinal the biggest theft (by Turks) in history of basketball.

spurs10

07-24-2015, 08:14 AM

Yes TP and Bobo look great. Only saw the one picture of Boris with the coffee and he looks pretty fit.

all_zh

07-24-2015, 08:58 AM

Yes, he isn't. Look at FF every year. And maybe if to be more honest, I meant his play in finish rounds.
But I love his game, no doubts

Mamuza94

07-24-2015, 09:11 AM

Yes, he isn't. Look at FF every year. And maybe if to be more honest, I meant his play in finish rounds.
But I love his game, no doubts

Yes, i know what do u think. I know that too, just...i can't admit it to myself. :D That's probably true, but there is still time for him. I really believe that he'll win Euroleague one day.

About last F4 and match vs Oly... it was Itudis's mistake more than Teo's. He was pull Teo out of game and not give him chance almost by the end of match. And a whole season was based on Milos and his game. With that move at the end, he betrayed himself, his game tactic and also Milos.

Mamuza94

07-24-2015, 09:32 AM

http://i.imgur.com/FHbzIvI.png

jyra

07-24-2015, 09:41 AM

all_zh

07-24-2015, 10:21 AM

Anyway. Good luck for Teo personally and your team at Eurobasket :) Looking at Serbia NT is aways interesting

Mamuza94

07-24-2015, 10:33 AM

Thanks. :)

Greece's 15-man preliminary roster:
- Nikos Zisis
- Vassilis Spanoulis
- Yannis Bourousis
- Kostas Kaimakoglou
- Giorgos Printezis
- Nick Calathes
- Kostas Papanikolaou
- Kostas Sloukas
- Stratos Perperoglou
- Kostas Koufos
- Vangelis Mantzaris
- Giannis Antetokounmpo
- Vlantimir Giankovits
- Zisis Sarikopoulos
- Dimitris Agravanis

Great team, they are in Top 5 for sure.

@Yura,

Yep, Berta just don't have luck. :/

milkyway21

07-27-2015, 04:52 AM

https://igcdn-photos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t51.2885-15/11378087_852350991510633_215171047_n.jpg

:lmao BOBO (and that coffee, reminding me of the Marc Stein ESPN story :lol)

https://igcdn-photos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/t51.2885-15/10467887_514695092011301_1255846003_n.jpg

:tu. :lol

Parker, you better play your best next season or you might see yourself leading the 2nd unit next season. :spin...

NikosChelsea7

07-27-2015, 04:55 AM

Boban Marjanovic could miss the European Championship (the link is in Serbian, I think). http://www.sportskacentrala.com/?s=read&cat=2&id=152672

BillMc

07-27-2015, 05:28 AM

France should be the favorites to defend their title with Spain missing Ibaka and Marc Gasol.
It's really too bad that (Davis) Bertans won't be able to play for Latvia, he could have been their best scorer.

I was in a store today and saw a Bertans jersey. (Not sure which brother's jersey it was). Almost bought it in case he makes the Spurs someday. :lol

BillMc

07-27-2015, 05:42 AM

Boban Marjanovic could miss the European Championship (the link is in Serbian, I think). http://www.sportskacentrala.com/?s=read&cat=2&id=152672

If my Google translate is right, it sounds like the Spurs are being a bit unreasonable, which is unlike them.

BG_Spurs_Fan

07-27-2015, 05:46 AM

My serbian isn't very good, but what I got was that the Spurs' medical staff have called him over to San Antonio for further tests, despite the medical in Italy, because they believe he might have played with an injury at the end of last season.

NikosChelsea7

07-27-2015, 05:51 AM

If my Google translate is right, it sounds like the Spurs are being a bit unreasonable, which is unlike them.

I think it's just a rumor at this point ,but I've seen it reported at Greek media as well. I think we'll just have to wait and see where this is going.

NikosChelsea7

07-27-2015, 05:57 AM

BG_Spurs_Fan

07-27-2015, 06:00 AM

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/2015/07/20/the-time-boban-marjanovic-played-on-a-broken-foot/

:lol I thought it said 'broken foot' in the article, but thought that surely must be too serious to play on and for him to pass the MIlano medical without a problem.

Mamuza94

07-27-2015, 06:15 AM

He got call from SA medical to come again in USA to do some extra tests.

Apparently, they were upset by the information that Boban played final of Serbian PO with broken foot. Thereby, Spurs are prohibit Boban any activity for 30 days, jeopardizing his appearance at Eurobasket.

"To be honest, i'm afraid of their stance. They will maybe make a problem, because it's obvious that Americans (he thinks on Spurs medical) exaggerate. If they stay with their stance, Boban's appearance on Eurobasket will be questionable", said Djilas (president of Serbian basketball federaton).

jyra

07-27-2015, 06:23 AM

Obviously just a ploy to get Milutinov on the roster. :stirpot:

BillMc

07-27-2015, 06:31 AM

I think it's just a rumor at this point ,but I've seen it reported at Greek media as well. I think we'll just have to wait and see where this is going.

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/2015/07/20/the-time-boban-marjanovic-played-on-a-broken-foot/

Thanks for keeping us updated. :toast

The words "broken foot" and big man are never a good combination. :depressed

Mamuza94

07-27-2015, 06:37 AM

This is not a rumor, it's official. But that injury of his foot is questionable (nobody can't confirm that the foot was broken, so probably isn't, maybe some different kind of injury)

Ice009

07-27-2015, 07:29 AM

jyra

07-27-2015, 08:12 AM

Just wanted to ask again - What broadband service can you purchase to watch the games? I don't mind paying as I'd rather watch good quality streams.

Does that FibaTV still exist? I remember using that years ago to watch one of the World Championships. I think it was 5 or so years ago that I last used that.

It's called livebasketball.tv (http://www.livebasketball.tv/) now. A monthly subscription costs $10 and covers the whole tournament (don't forget to cancel the subscription at the end as it renews automatically). There are apparently some geo-restrictions though, so you might want to check with their customer service first if anything is blocked.

Mamuza94

07-27-2015, 10:34 AM

"It showed medical examinations in Milan, which are oversaw by the doctors of San Antonio, and after which he signed a professional contract. Also, Boban is reviewed by our medical committee headed by Dr. Radovanovic and have made all of tests, from scaners, MRI to all possible examinations at which all the results were negative.", said Djordjevic.

However, the problem still exists, because the famous NBA team was explicit to Marjanovic appears to additional inspections.

"From the medical team San Antonio we have received email request to forbid Boban to train for next six to eight weeks, and we went out to meet them to appear on Thursday in Los Angeles for an examination. We do not know on what basis did that request because with Marjanovic, I repeat, all right. It is not force majeure, but a force. It is absolutely something more than a basketball, something you can not influence", Djordjevic said.

BTW Aleksandar Djordjevic is legend of Serbian, European basketball and currently head coach of Serbian NT.

Source: http://sport.blic.rs/Kosarka/Domaca-kosarka-i-ABA/276437/Djordjevic-San-Antonio-koristi-silu-Bobi-mora-u-Ameriku

Bruno

07-27-2015, 10:40 AM

It's very surprising that Spurs didn't know about that broken foot when they signed Marjanovic. A broken foot, if it's really that, is a career altering injury for a basketball player.

Spurs are strict rules when it come to injuries and NT:
1) They don't let a player go with his NT if he isn't 100% healthy and if there is a risk to aggravate a previous injury.
2) They only trust their own medical staff.

Spurs won't change their mind about Marjanovic. He will need to come to SA and be evaluate by Spurs' doctors. If his foot is as good as new, he will allowed to play the Eurobasket, otherwise he won't.

Bruno

07-27-2015, 10:45 AM

If they want him to travel to LA, it's likely to be seen by the same doctor that did the surgery and Ginobili's and Mahinmi's ankles (Richard Ferkel). He is Spurs' specialist for the ankle/feet issues. And if what Serbian NT staff is true, it won't be a that big deal and Marjanovic will be cleared to play for his NT in a couple of days.

Dex

07-27-2015, 10:50 AM

Boban may not necessarily like it, but it sounds like good due diligence to me. The Spurs just invested good money in this guy and are counting on him to fill the Baynes role, and they should be absolutely positive he is healthy if he is going to play Euroball. If he's not healthy, then like Bruno said, they will treat it just like they would any other Spur.

Mamuza94

07-27-2015, 10:53 AM

It's problem this shitty statement now. Not injury. Here is what Misko Raznatovic (https://twitter.com/MiskoRaznatovic) (Boban's agent) said:

http://i.imgur.com/aUZfCkr.png

Which mean:

1. Last week, Bobans successful past medical tests in Milano, organised by Spurs. Afther that, he joined Serbian NT.
2. After media reports about Boban's playing with stress fracture, SAS send another request for new test in America this week.
3. After results from those tests, will be known Spurs stance about this unfortunate situation.
4. Last test of player, done by our (Serbian) doctors, show that the injury is fully rehabilitated. So we can hope for the best.

TheLoop

07-27-2015, 11:01 AM

It happened in 2009 when TP had a sprained ankle he had to leave the French National Team for a few days, got cleared to play, sat out a few friendlies and then played the eurobasket. So I believe Bruno is right if his foot has indeed healed he will be able to return to the Serbian team.

Mamuza94

07-29-2015, 09:40 AM

Russian basketball federation is suspended by FIBA and they will not participate in this Eurobasket. For now, Olympic in Rio are questionable too.

dweaver99027

07-29-2015, 09:44 AM

France Spain and Greece are my Top 3. This is going to be an exciting 2 weeks.

Ice009

07-29-2015, 10:59 AM

It's called livebasketball.tv (http://www.livebasketball.tv/) now. A monthly subscription costs $10 and covers the whole tournament (don't forget to cancel the subscription at the end as it renews automatically). There are apparently some geo-restrictions though, so you might want to check with their customer service first if anything is blocked.

Thanks, I'll check it out. Do you think this would be the best way to go for watching the games?

ChumpDumper

07-29-2015, 11:06 AM

We'll probably know in a few days if NBAtv is carrying games.

DPG21920

07-29-2015, 11:30 AM

I really hope NBATV does show the games. Not only because I want to watch great basketball, but I really want to see how TP looks. This will be a good test for TP and hopefully he passes the eyeball test in terms of speed (and stays healthy).

jyra

07-29-2015, 11:48 AM

Thanks, I'll check it out. Do you think this would be the best way to go for watching the games?

If you are interested to watch as many games as possible I would definitely recommend getting a subscription. There are only so many group stage games that can be televised. But if you just want to see the later stages of the tournament it's probably not necessary as some kind of US broadcast should be available.
One thing to consider is the time difference, most prime time games over here will be taking place in the afternoon for the US. So having the ability to watch archived games might be more useful to you.

DrSteffo

07-29-2015, 01:31 PM

What's the status of Lithuanian bball? It's amazing how much talent and above all knowledge of the game and team play they deliver for such a small country.

dweaver99027

07-29-2015, 01:44 PM

Lithuania will be in there fighting for Gold. Probably the only country in the world where bball is officially the no1 sport.

NikosChelsea7

07-29-2015, 01:51 PM

dweaver99027

07-29-2015, 01:57 PM

Also ,if Lithuania finish 1st at their group (which is pretty easy looking at their competition) ,they will have a relatively easy path to the semifinals of the tournament and a good chance to win a medal. What are the chances a Greek guy supporting both Chelsea and the Spurs? We should start a Silver-and-Black-and-Blue club. Feeling confident for Greece's chances in this tourney, we're not missing any key piece.

NikosChelsea7

07-29-2015, 02:02 PM

Here is Lithuania's preliminary squad: http://www.fiba.com/news/motiejunas-in-lithuania-preliminary-list-for-eurobasket-2015 and ,in case you were wondering fellow Spurs' fans ,Robertas Javtokas is part of it.

DrSteffo

07-29-2015, 02:11 PM

Thanks guys I will support Lithuania then! I watched the European championship in Sweden. Was great fun. Gasol, Dirk, Parker and the Lithuanian TEAM.

Javtokas is a fighter.

NikosChelsea7

07-29-2015, 02:16 PM

Feeling confident for Greece's chances in this tourney, we're not missing any key piece.

Are you from Greece ,too?
What are the chances a Greek guy supporting both Chelsea and the Spurs? We should start a Silver-and-Black-and-Blue club. :lol Well ,I've met some Chelsea fans and I've also seen some Spurs' fans online ,but never both at the same time. Seriously ,I think I'm the only one.

dweaver99027

07-29-2015, 02:21 PM

Are you from Greece ,too? :lol Well ,I've met some Chelsea fans and I've also seen some Spurs' fans online ,but never both at the same time. Seriously ,I think I'm the only one. Yes. guilty on both Spurs and Chelsea charges. Greek too. It's a small world , especially in the Internet age. Anyway, we should keep the Greek talk to a minimum, this forum is not very amenable to Greeks ever since KBP sullied our name, lol.

milkyway21

07-30-2015, 01:43 AM

Starts on September 5th.

Schedule: http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/pageID_xZ6ztVqFHAo5RJO9BiPul1.compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoA NOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_9322.html

Bobo's IG: https://instagram.com/diawboris/

http://i.imgur.com/dQGjvWB.jpg

FIBA just banned the RUSSIA basketball team so they are OUT, right?

Macca76

07-30-2015, 03:49 AM

Yes. guilty on both Spurs and Chelsea charges. Greek too. It's a small world , especially in the Internet age. Anyway, we should keep the Greek talk to a minimum, this forum is not very amenable to Greeks ever since KBP sullied our name, lol.

LOL

Ice009

07-30-2015, 11:24 AM

Why is the Russian team banned?

dweaver99027

07-30-2015, 11:42 AM

Russian bball federation is under corruption charges. It's going to be further reviewed so they might eventually participate in the tournament.

Mamuza94

07-30-2015, 02:11 PM

http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/07/29/russia-suspended-by-fiba-which-could-keep-team-from-2016-olympics/

Bruno

07-31-2015, 06:04 AM

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From the other tweets, Marjanovic foot isn't broken and there isn't sign of a fracture. His foot is just quite swollen. Marjanovic will travel to SA where he will meet another specialist Tuesday. Spurs will bring that specialist to SA just to see Marjanovic. We will know after that if Marjanovic will be able to play the Eurobasket.

So, it's a good news and Spurs are taking this issue very seriously which is understandable with the potential consequences of a foot injury.

Bruno

07-31-2015, 06:17 AM

Russian basketball federation is a huge mess with a fight for its presidency and that's why they are banned.

Hwoever, Russia should play the Eurobasket. FIBA is just putting pressure on them. If they solve their issue in the next week, they will be unbanned during FIBA next meeting.

Mr.Bottomtooth

07-31-2015, 10:01 AM

627129968909119488

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Mamuza94

07-31-2015, 11:16 AM

David Pick is a huge retard. He don't know anything, don't have sources, he isn't insider. Just lie and copies from others.

ace3g

08-01-2015, 02:40 PM

Preparation Games Schedule and Results

DATE
TEAM A
RESULT
TEAM B

29.07.2015
LTU
80-68
AUS

CRO
70-68
NZL

30.07.2015
ITA
64-52
NED

GER
64-52
AUT

SLO
73-68
NZL

31.07.2015
NED

GER

LTU

AUS

ITA

AUT

01.08.2015
RUS

EST

FIN

FRA

POL

CZE

NED

AUS

02.08.2015
RUS

EST

SRB

HUN

POL

CZE

03.08.2015
SLO

AUS

04.08.2015
BEL

NED

SLO

AUS

05.08.2015
BIH

GEO

06.08.2015
BIH

GEO

07.08.2015
ISL

NED

MKD

UKR

CRO

BIH

GER

CZE

SRB

FRA

POL

LAT

08.08.2015
POL

SLO

LTU

FIN

SRB

RUS

ISR

UKR

09.08.2015
BEL

GRE

LAT

SLO

SVK

UKR

ISL

NED

11.08.2015
ESP

BEL

ISR

MKD

12.08.2015
NED

Uni of Illinois

TUR

BIH

LTU

AUT

14.08.2015
BEL

FIN

LAT

ITA

BIH

TUN

CRO

GER

GEO

EST

FRA

UKR

NED

GBR

15.08.2015
BEL

FIN

RUS

VEN

BIH

GRE

SRB

CHI

GEO

LAT

ESP

POL

EST

ITA

16.08.2015
EST

LAT

GEO

ITA

POL

ANG or SEN

FRA

UKR

GER

CRO

NED

POR

17.08.2015
LTU

TUR

18.08.2015
ESP

VEN

CRO

TUR

LTU

MKD

19.08.2015
LTU

CRO

20.08.2015
GEO

BEL

EST

ISL

NED

PHI

21.08.2015
EST

PHI

NED

ISL

BIH

CZE

FIN

ITA

GER

LAT

POL

TUR

SLO

UKR

FRA

GEO

22.08.2015
FRA

BEL

EST

NED

ISL

PHI

BIH

RUS

GER

POL

TUR

LAT

SLO

FIN

ESP

MKD

UKR

ITA

ISR

SRB

23.08.2015
ISR

SRB

GER

TUR

GRE

BIH

FIN

UKR

SLO

ITA

POL

LAT

25.08.2015
ESP

MKD

26.08.2015
EST

BIH

27.08.2015
CRO

EST

LTU

TUR

SLO

SRB

GRE

NED

28.08.2015
MKD

BEL

FIN

UKR

EST

ISR

GRE

TUR

LTU

NED

29.08.2015
ISL

BEL

LAT

MKD

GRE

LTU

SRB

SLO

NED

TUR

30.08.2015
POL

BEL

GER

FRA

ESP

CZE

FIN

UKR

http://www.eurobasket2015.org/en/pageID_xMIiU0gWJLELsoMWa1LUR3.compID_qMRZdYCZI6EoA NOrUf9le2.season_2015.roundID_9322.html

Bruno

08-01-2015, 02:46 PM

France lost their first friendly game against Finland 76-67. A lot of mistake on both sides of the court for France which is somewhat explainable by it being the first game of the summer.

Parker looks good though.

Mamuza94

08-02-2015, 02:03 PM

Serbia just finished first preparation match vs Hungary. 81:61, easy win. Serbia played without Teodosic, Bjelica, Erceg, Milosavljevic and Marjanovic of course.

Nedovic 14 pts, MILUTINOV 10, Mitrovic and Stimac 9.

Check this putback slam by Dangubic: https://vine.co/v/eHOiaPO7Jrr
And Milutinov's attempt: https://vine.co/v/eHOendXdilP

dweaver99027

08-02-2015, 02:10 PM

What's the word from Djordjevic? Is Milutinov likely to be in Serbia's rotation during the tournament? Raduljica/Boban/Milutinov the C depth chart or am I forgetting someone?

Mamuza94

08-02-2015, 02:14 PM

So far we (probably Djordjevic too) know nothing. There is Kuzmic and Stimac too. But i think this year Stimac don't have chances for tournament. So, battle will fight between Milutinov and Kuzmic.

dweaver99027

08-02-2015, 02:23 PM

Is Kuzmic any good? Didn't play much for GS the last 2 years, but Djordjevic brought him along to Panathinaikos so he might prefer him.

Mamuza94

08-02-2015, 02:43 PM

Yes, he is. He played very well this game. He is fighter, can catch a lot of rebounds, good run and have long arms. In Offensive is pretty good too, so i really can't assume who Djordjevic will choose... that's annoying me, i like both of them.

dweaver99027

08-02-2015, 03:32 PM

If Marjanovic is healthy, is he guaranteed a spot? Or could Djordjevic leave him out?

Mamuza94

08-02-2015, 03:36 PM

If he is healthy, his spot is 100% guaranteed.

Mamuza94

08-03-2015, 06:50 AM

Milutinov and Dangubic yesterday vs Hungary:

https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/11017243_1449377805369445_7440499801037426266_n.jp g?oh=602beafb7dc8ff407ce7dc55664d043a&oe=563865B2
https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/11796470_1449377825369443_6574733575761294194_n.jp g?oh=60b6301806877adfb50e2038452fb035&oe=563EBED7
https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/11822598_1449378018702757_1328889795901974253_n.jp g?oh=6b512d16de7dbea26053175868145e0f&oe=56526235

kobyz

08-03-2015, 07:47 AM

I wonder if Boban and Milutinov gonna play the 22/23.08 games, i'll might go to see one of them...

Mamuza94

08-03-2015, 08:03 AM

They'll... i mean... why not?
I'm gonna see them in Belgrade for sure. First at 12.08. vs France and 15/16. at Belgrade Trophy Tournament.

SpursIndonesia

08-03-2015, 11:06 AM

SRB vs HUN, was Adam Hanga playing for Hungary squad ?

Mamuza94

08-03-2015, 11:43 AM

Nope.

Mamuza94

08-04-2015, 08:12 AM

One Serbian newspaper say that Boban will not play at Eurobasket.

"Our team was informed on the medical conclusion - that Boban Marjanovic should not be allowed to play at the European Championship, and coach of the national team of Serbia Aleksandar Djordjevic will not be able to count on the center of Spurs."

But, this is unofficiall info, and we are waiting for Misko Raznatovic, Boban's manager, or someone from Serbian NT.

/EDIT

It is official (http://www.kss.rs/saopstenje-kosarkaskog-saveza-srbije-povodom-zabrane-nastupa-bobanu-marjanovicu-na-ep-2015/) now. :@

Soon i'll post more information.

There is original letter that Spurs send to Serbian basketball federation: http://www.kss.rs/wp-content/uploads/08032015100527-0001.pdf

jyra

08-04-2015, 09:07 AM

I don't like sound of 'congenital defect', might suggest that it could be a recurring problem. Oh well, at least well will get to see some more Milutinov now.

Mamuza94

08-04-2015, 10:13 AM

Misko Raznatovic on twitter (https://twitter.com/MiskoRaznatovic):

We are totally disagree with the opinion of San Antonio and it is the absurd. We're trying to prove that the MRI results of feet are the same as two years ago, and that what they saw was not a result of injury, but the natural structure of the foot of 222cm tall human being.

If we succeed in our efforts, which are the maximum, we are ready to go in war, despite a very difficult text of the contract between FIBA and NBA.

I trust him.

Ice009

08-04-2015, 11:23 AM

Wow. Not sure I like this. If Boban is OK then he should be allowed to play. If he's not OK, then he should sit.

Obstructed_View

08-04-2015, 12:13 PM

I guess it's the natural structure of a 222cm tall human being to wear a walking boot to the bakery when he's not injured.

Bruno

08-04-2015, 12:51 PM

I'm not sure at all Spurs will appreciate Serbian federation publicizing these kind of documents. With Marjanovic, Dangubic and Marjanovic, they will likely interact quite a lot in the future and they surely aren't starting off on the right foot (no pun intended).

There than that, it sounds like it's not a serious injury and Spurs are just taking their usual very safe road when it comes to NT. When there is some kind of doubts, players aren't allowed to go with their NT. What will be interesting is how Marjanovic will react to that. NT might be important for him but this year is also crucial for his career. With a good rookie year in SA, he could land a $10M+ contract next summer.

TXstbobcat

08-04-2015, 12:54 PM

I just hope he will be okay and that can have a great start to his NBA career with the Spurs.

Lady M

08-07-2015, 12:19 PM

France-Serbia 19h30 France (10 minutes)
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z0ma7

jyra

08-07-2015, 12:35 PM

France-Serbia 19h30 France (10 minutes)
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z0ma7

Thanks a lot for the link.

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 12:42 PM

Serbia play without Teodosic, Erceg and Milosavljevic, but with Bjelica.

SPURt

08-07-2015, 12:43 PM

That Parker spin fall is about to make some rounds on here I believe

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 01:02 PM

Suns prospect, Bogdan Bogdanovic drops 11 pts in 1st Q.

SPURt

08-07-2015, 01:18 PM

Suns prospect, Bogdan Bogdanovic drops 11 pts in 1st Q.
I wish he was a Spurs draft/stash player

SPURt

08-07-2015, 01:19 PM

Why doesn't the NBA use the same ball in cylinder rules FIBA uses?

jyra

08-07-2015, 01:24 PM

Quiet half for Milutinov and Dangubic. They each had a nice highlight but not much else.

Still amazes me how Gobert developed this quickly, Raduljica has no chance of getting off a clean shot.

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 01:25 PM

I wish he was a Spurs draft/stash player

Me too. For now, we can hope for some trade. :)

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 02:00 PM

Milutinov dunk: https://vine.co/v/ew10ZrbL1jJ

France is 50% better when Spurs duo is on the court.

Dex

08-07-2015, 02:03 PM

Game over already? Did Parker or Bobo play?

ChumpDumper

08-07-2015, 02:06 PM

Game over already? Did Parker or Bobo play?
4th quarter. Both playing. Live link working.

SpursFan86

08-07-2015, 02:12 PM

What will be interesting is how Marjanovic will react to that.

http://projectspurs.com/2015-articles/marjanovic-says-he-wanted-to-play-for-serbia-but-ultimate-decision-was-up-to-spurs.html

Translations are always shaky, but from that one, he seems to be handling it fine. Certainly doesn't seem to be holding resentment for the Spurs organization or anything along those lines.

SPURt

08-07-2015, 02:26 PM

Parker really closed that game well! The French team really drops off without their starters, particularly Boris, Gobert, and Parker. If Serbia wasn't so wiped out with injuries, they would've had a real shot in that game.

ChumpDumper

08-07-2015, 02:27 PM

Parker 16pts on 5/11 shooting. Looked OK.

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 02:37 PM

Good game. France have really strong roster and i like how they play. But still, Serbia played well there in France without 2 best players. In a few days these two teams will play 2nd game in Belgrade. And then will see what will happen, when probably will play Teodosic and others.

Amazing block by Nedovic on TP: https://vine.co/v/ew1QeWz6EL6

SpursFan86

08-07-2015, 03:49 PM

Nice pass by TP:

629709291688185856

dweaver99027

08-07-2015, 03:52 PM

Good game. France have really strong roster and i like how they play. But still, Serbia played well there in France without 2 best players. In a few days these two teams will play 2nd game in Belgrade. And then will see what will happen, when probably will play Teodosic and others. Amazing block by Nedovic on TP: https://vine.co/v/ew1QeWz6EL6 How did Milutinov and Dangubic look?

ace3g

08-07-2015, 04:00 PM

final box score

http://www.fibalivestats.com/matches/3886/16/13/07/43mbdGIbVRT2Q/

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 04:02 PM

How did Milutinov and Dangubic look?

Milutinov has dunked several times, and scored about 6-8 pts. Dangubic didn't play so much and he made 1 lucky 3pt, overall 5 pts, i think.

DPG21920

08-07-2015, 04:03 PM

I thought Parker looked meh in the first half (all I watched). Still seemed to be struggling at finishing at the rim some. But it's just one game.

Braff

08-07-2015, 04:26 PM

Damn, you're trying too hard dude.

Edit: irrelevant since a message was deleted

dweaver99027

08-07-2015, 04:28 PM

Thanks Mamuza for all the updates, much appreciated. Here's to a Serbia - Greece final!

picnroll

08-07-2015, 04:32 PM

Parker with 7 assists in 25 minutes. Who's the clown complaining about his selfish play?

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 08:28 PM

Thanks Mamuza for all the updates, much appreciated. Here's to a Serbia - Greece final!

Np. That final would be so cool. :)

bic50

08-07-2015, 09:15 PM

Nice pass by TP:

629709291688185856
TP looking good :tu

Mamuza94

08-07-2015, 09:42 PM

I found this on YT. France - Serbia, 2nd half.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcqx0tVF9ZM

9:46

heyheymymy

08-07-2015, 10:33 PM

Thanks Mamuza for all the updates, much appreciated. Here's to a Serbia - Greece final!

Mamuza94 is one of the best new members SpursTalk got. Thanks for all the input from the Serbian perspective.

Mamuza94

08-08-2015, 10:55 AM

Mamuza94 is one of the best new members SpursTalk got. Thanks for all the input from the Serbian perspective.

Thanks bro. I appreciate it.

For 2 and a half hours starts game between Serbia and Russia. That match will not be TV covered :/

Mamuza94

08-08-2015, 02:04 PM

Serbia - Russia live stats: http://www.fibalivestats.com/matches/3886/16/13/65/15WNRRT3wTabs/

Macca76

08-08-2015, 02:22 PM

I found this on YT. France - Serbia, 2nd half.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcqx0tVF9ZM

9:46

Thank you !

BillMc

08-08-2015, 03:59 PM

I found this on YT. France - Serbia, 2nd half.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcqx0tVF9ZM

9:46

Cheers for posting! :toast

Bobo with the leadership

BillMc

08-08-2015, 04:13 PM

I found this on YT. France - Serbia, 2nd half.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kcqx0tVF9ZM

9:46

Tony looks good.

Man I wish we had Gobert.

BillMc

08-08-2015, 04:59 PM

Really nice to see Milutinov too.

kobyz

08-09-2015, 05:30 AM

Braff

08-09-2015, 07:39 AM

Tony still looks not sharp with his finishing in the paint, loosing a step hurt him the most in that regard, also he needs to find way to play tougher defense, still not optimist about Parker for next season...

Friendly match during a training camp after the offseason isn't the best way to judge a player tbh

Mamuza94

08-09-2015, 08:29 AM

Fiba has lifted the ban on Russia, so they will play at Eurobasket 2015.

ChumpDumper

08-09-2015, 08:58 AM

Friendly match during a training camp after the offseason isn't the best way to judge a player tbhThis. ST is full of wannabe edgy haters.

Fireball

08-09-2015, 09:04 AM

Looking at our team, TP needs to be fit and needs to stay healthy ... our new midrange monsters will open the floor and negate the step he is missing now due to ageing.

Lady M

08-09-2015, 12:48 PM

sorry it's late France -Russia now
http://t.co/vcr7hNgGZb

The_Klaw

08-10-2015, 01:16 AM

Great thread :tu

BillMc

08-10-2015, 04:41 AM

Mamuza94 is one of the best new members SpursTalk got. Thanks for all the input from the Serbian perspective.

Agreed

Shipupi

08-10-2015, 10:46 AM

Basketball Australia is excited to announce that NBA Championship-winner Patrick Mills has been added to the Australian Boomers’ team to take on New Zealand in the 2015 FIBA Oceania Championships.

Mills comes into the line-up following a left ACL tear to Dante Exum in last Wednesday’s game against Slovenia, reducing the Boomers to 11 players.
Talking from the United States, Mills said that he was excited by the opportunity to play for automatic qualification for Rio 2016.
“I’m looking forward to joining my Boomers teammates for this very important qualification series against New Zealand,” he said.
“Playing for my country has always been an honour for me.
“Obviously my shoulder injury last year meant that I had to continue intensive rehab and quality training over the past few months. I've done that and will be ready for the Oceania Championships.
“My focus now is helping my Boomers teammates qualify for Rio 2016.”
The unfortunate timing of Exum’s injury in what was the last match of the Boomers’ European Tour meant that any replacement player will not have been present for the four Internationals against Lithuania and Slovenia. These extenuating circumstances have resulted in Mills’ late call-up to the Boomers team.
Boomers’ head coach Andrej Lemanis considered the options which included going with a reduced team of 11 or, bringing in a player at this late stage just days out from the series against New Zealand’s Tall Blacks.
Speaking at Friday’s press conference, Lemanis explained:
“The caveat is always what’s in the best interest of the team. This group has spent time together building a synergy and adding a piece to that obviously needs to add value so we need to work through that.”
Having spoken with Mills over the weekend, Lemanis added:
“Although Dante’s injury is still fresh in our mind, we need to adapt quickly and move on as our focus now is on beating New Zealand.
“Patty is the best-placed player to come into the team quickly,” Lemanis continued. “He’s an elite player, an NBA Champion and seasoned at International play and importantly, knows the Boomers’ system and style of play.
“If we were going to add a player to replace Dante, we needed someone who can help us beat New Zealand and that is Patty Mills.”
Just 500 tickets remain for Saturday’s double-header, dubbed the #homecoming, at Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena where the Jayco Australian Opals and the Australian Boomers play New Zealand. If sold out, the all-important games will result in one of the largest crowds for a basketball match in Australia in over 15 years. The event will be broadcast LIVE and FREE on the Nine Network’s Gem Channel.
The Boomers will join the Jayco Opals on Tuesday August 11 from 4pm at Melbourne’s Southbank, Queensbridge Square, in a not-to-be-missed fan event. Several thousand Boomers’ and Opals’ supporters are expected to be out in force to welcome the teams to Melbourne ahead of Saturday’s game at Rod Laver Arena.

Source: http://www.basketball.net.au/mills-joins-boomers-oceania-championships/

Mamuza94

08-10-2015, 11:05 AM

http://i.imgur.com/niEDsyr.png

:D :D :D

jyra

08-10-2015, 12:04 PM

This reminds how ridiculous it is that the Oceania (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2015_FIBA_Oceania_Championship) region (aka Australia and New Zealand) gets a berth for the Olympics while Europe only gets two (direct) berths. They should adopt FIFA's approach of putting Oceania and Asia together.

k_nguyen93

08-10-2015, 09:34 PM

jesterbobman

08-11-2015, 04:57 AM

jyra

08-11-2015, 06:40 AM

Would still be a cakewalk. China would be their biggest competition? I see what you're saying though.

China, Iran, Korea, Philippines would all be tougher opponents than New Zealand. But I agree that Australia should beat all those teams handily. It just feels like gifting away a spot right now.

No, keep the direct spots. New Caledonia and Guam are legitimate competition.

They literally just play two games between Australia and New Zealand.

Mamuza94

08-12-2015, 08:17 AM

Today at 20:30 (1:30PM Austin time) Serbia play vs. France in Belgrade. Stream: http://livetv.sx/rs/eventinfo/332899_serbia_france/

BillMc

08-12-2015, 08:25 AM

Today at 20:30 (1:30PM Austin time) Serbia play vs. France in Belgrade. Stream: http://livetv.sx/rs/eventinfo/332899_serbia_france/

Thanks. I look forward to watching it.

Mamuza94

08-12-2015, 08:45 AM

I will be at the game, so i'm not 100% sure that this stream will work (don't know why wouldn't). Here is more links:

http://www.gofeed2all.eu/type/basketball.html
http://cricfree.tv/basketball-live-stream
http://www.realstreamunited.com/basketball-live-streaming-video-2015-1.html
http://www.stream2watch.co/sports/basketball
http://www.lshunter.net/live-basketball.php

Some of these will work...i guess.

BTW. I will try to take pic with Diaw or TP. :)

Dex

08-12-2015, 08:59 AM

Thanks Mazuma94!

BillMc

08-12-2015, 10:07 AM

NASpurs

08-12-2015, 11:06 AM

Seems like the game is going to be on Bein 3HD in France after doing some research.

http://www.zoptv.com/live/bein-sports-3

Bam, nice quality link here. :tu Don't know if there's an English link anywhere.

BillMc

08-12-2015, 12:46 PM

jyra

08-12-2015, 01:36 PM

http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CMOo8OKWUAAlBH3.png:large

Apparently Milutinov won't play.

BillMc

08-12-2015, 01:52 PM

Tony looking quick, but a bit out of tune early.

TXstbobcat

08-12-2015, 02:49 PM

Tony looking quick, but a bit out of tune early.

Cool! How is Bobo looking?

Dex

08-12-2015, 02:57 PM

France sucks. :wow

Dex

08-12-2015, 03:12 PM

Ah De Colo....dribbles coast-to-coast in transition, gets to the rim for an easy layup....passes it back out to halfcourt.

Brazil

08-12-2015, 03:18 PM

France sucks. :wow

yup... bad game

BillMc

08-12-2015, 03:20 PM

Cool! How is Bobo looking?

Not one of his better games, tbh.

TXstbobcat

08-12-2015, 03:31 PM

Not one of his better games, tbh.

That sucks! I appreciate the updates on the game. I am stuck at work and can't watch it.

sinok

08-12-2015, 04:05 PM

Oblivious shooting night from France, really good defense by Serbia.

BillMc

08-12-2015, 05:08 PM

That sucks! I appreciate the updates on the game. I am stuck at work and can't watch it.

No problem. Sorry I didn't really give good updates. Next time I'll try a bit more.

TheGreatYacht

08-12-2015, 05:38 PM

Fucking De Culo. France always looks better when that turd takes a seat..

Mamuza94

08-12-2015, 05:59 PM

Serbia today played very well, especially in D. Again without Teodosic (he on court make all team 50% better) and Erceg and still we won this. Coach Djordjevic will have a very difficult job to choose the 12 best.

Here are some photos, by me:

Serbia at TO:
http://www.dodaj.rs/f/2v/Wo/3H7m3J7C/img20150812205457.jpg

Diaw:
http://www.dodaj.rs/f/2j/9z/1z7oZWZZ/img20150812205514.jpg

France bench (Diaw, Batum, Gobert, Ajinca, Parker, Fournier, De Colo):
http://www.dodaj.rs/f/3W/ZY/2KrdVdwc/img20150812205533.jpg

France at TO:
http://www.dodaj.rs/f/2Y/UU/2RMcWUhj/img20150812205907.jpg
http://www.dodaj.rs/f/x/tx/4d0S5bAj/img20150812205917.jpg
http://www.dodaj.rs/f/2q/pP/26gucXJZ/img20150812205925.jpg

daledondale

08-12-2015, 06:14 PM

Nice pics!, thanks!..bobo doesn't look so chubby!

Mamuza94

08-15-2015, 05:09 PM

Dangubic's dunk on China:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymSlRzcIyPQ

Serbia won with 20% strength, tomorrow vs. Russia.

BillMc

08-15-2015, 05:12 PM

Mamuza94

08-16-2015, 12:06 PM

France, final roster:
Alexis Ajinça, Nicolas Batum, Nande De Colo, Tony Parker, Boris Diaw, Antoine Diot, Evan Fournier, Mickaël Gelabale, Rudy Gobert, Charles Kahudi, Joffrey Lauvergne i Florent Piétrus.

BillMc

08-16-2015, 02:05 PM

France vs. Ukraine:

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z0ma7_live-equipe-de-france-de-basket-france-ukraine_sport

Tony playing well.

Conflicted here. Tony and Boris vs a country I lived 6 years in....

thiste

08-16-2015, 02:15 PM

Gobert is so good.

BillMc

08-16-2015, 02:20 PM

Gobert is so good.

Yep. And we were sooooooooo close to drafting him.

SpursIndonesia

08-16-2015, 07:29 PM

Gobert just needs to have a relatively injury free career in NBA, and he's already in Mutombo's level trajectory. If he can be an effective & consistent offensive player, the sky is the limit.

Mnky

08-16-2015, 07:56 PM

Good stuff mamuza. Appreciate the updates

DenialTwist

08-16-2015, 09:14 PM

Gobert just might get DPOY next season.

Mamuza94

08-16-2015, 10:42 PM

Thanks, Mnky

Last night Serbia won the Belgrade Trophy tournament. In final, we beat Russia with 95:61. I'm sorry i had to say it, but this Russian team, with that roster, is shameful. Hope that will come better days for them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=om-Ll8UlP3g

Milutinov and Dangubic were rested on this match.

Uriel

08-16-2015, 11:04 PM

We made a promise to LJC. We weren't drafting Gobert anyway.

Kineto

08-17-2015, 01:42 AM

We made a promise to LJC. We weren't drafting Gobert anyway.

Utah didn't use their pick to draft him, they traded for him (I don't remember what was the counterpart, but it was something like a bag of burrito and 2 pictures of Jeff Ayres).

If the spurs really wanted him, they probably could have find something to outbid the Jazz.

FlAVaK

08-17-2015, 07:21 AM

^http://www.basketball-reference.com/players/g/goberru01.html

June 27, 2013: Drafted by the Denver Nuggets in the 1st round (27th pick) of the 2013 NBA Draft.

June 27, 2013: Traded by the Denver Nuggets to the Utah Jazz for Erick Green and cash.

BG_Spurs_Fan

08-17-2015, 07:52 AM

Utah didn't use their pick to draft him, they traded for him (I don't remember what was the counterpart, but it was something like a bag of burrito and 2 pictures of Jeff Ayres).

If the spurs really wanted him, they probably could have find something to outbid the Jazz.

Easy assumption, but not really, having in mind the Spurs don't buy draft picks. There's nothing to suggest the FO have even had the money needed to buy the pick at their disposal even if they wanted to do it.

thiste

08-17-2015, 09:34 AM

Gobert just needs to have a relatively injury free career in NBA, and he's already in Mutombo's level trajectory. If he can be an effective & consistent offensive player, the sky is the limit.

It's funny, every time I see Gobert block a shot I hear Mutombo's voice "Not in my house!".

What you say is true, Gobert already has comparable per36 stats with Mutombo, a little bit less rebounds, a little better FG%. But Gobert just turned 23 whereas Mutombo came to the league in his prime at 25.
I heard Gobert is working on his offensive game with Dirk Nowitski's shooting coach, and if he can develop one or two go to moves he can be a perennial All Star. Imagine if he develops the sky hook? Unstoppable.

Right now, he's so impressive defensively that he can already make a career simply on that.

It's frustrating to have missed him for one spot in the draft but you can't blame PATFO for not getting every single steal in the draft either... The worst is, you know they know, and they're frustrated too.

NikosChelsea7

08-17-2015, 11:18 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRsPbQrMTB8

TheGreatYacht

08-17-2015, 11:23 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRsPbQrMTB8
A pull up three, a catch and shoot three, 2 spin layups, a couple of and-1s, AND looks in great shape :tu

NBA = cucked :lol

BillMc

08-17-2015, 11:32 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRsPbQrMTB8

Great vid.:bobo I watched much of this game. Tony looked good.

MI21

08-17-2015, 09:19 PM

Easy to look good playing against Ukraine I'm sure, but physically, Tony looked pretty damn quick there :tu

bic50

08-17-2015, 09:27 PM

TP looking 10 years younger :tu

Brazil

08-17-2015, 10:31 PM

A pull up three, a catch and shoot three, 2 spin layups, a couple of and-1s, AND looks in great shape :tu

NBA = cucked :lol

He is a ready to be Spurs main scorer next year... I can see 17-18 FGAs per game tbh

:lol

RayTdropout

08-17-2015, 11:10 PM

Nice tp feeling it with the jordan shrug

Phenomanul

08-18-2015, 09:47 AM

Parker looking more like the Tony of old... rather than like old Tony... that's great news for Spurs fans.

TD 21

08-18-2015, 04:33 PM

What happened to Parker sitting out the exhibition games?

Vic Petro

08-18-2015, 11:36 PM

I didn't realize France is playing the entire tournament at home.

Lady M

08-19-2015, 06:01 AM

he play less but France need to play like a team so all the team play in friendly games

spursparker9

08-19-2015, 07:12 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRsPbQrMTB8

TP looking 10 years younger :tu

If there was no title for the video, I would have thought that this is a version of 2007 Parker.

He looks great :bobo

hater

08-19-2015, 07:38 AM

So what if Porker looks great vs euroscrubs???

Means nothing to me. He needs to look good vs American athletes

dabom

08-19-2015, 07:49 AM

He was playing against bums.

Mamuza94

08-19-2015, 09:23 AM

Fireball

08-19-2015, 09:25 AM

So what if Porker looks great vs euroscrubs???

Means nothing to me. He needs to look good vs American athletes

at least this gives us hope ... sucking against national teams would be a bad omen.

We need him healthy, then he will be a net positive in the upcoming season ...

Fireball

08-19-2015, 09:26 AM

Can someone explain me this (http://baloncestoenvivo.feb.es/Game/2015003#boxscore) result? Seriously? This Venezuela few days ago in Belgrade was lost to China and Russia, so how the fuck now Spain defeat them with only +2? Just HOW?

How did the Spurs lose to the Knicks last season? Its basketball... anybody can win one game (or come close).

Mamuza94

08-19-2015, 11:20 AM

Spain and Spurs are both very strong teams, very. But u can't compare Venezuela and Knicks. C'mon bro, i watched them few days ago...

Bruno

08-19-2015, 10:21 PM

Well, these are friendly preparation games. Some teams are trying more than others. It's kinda like the NBA preseason when Spurs lost against Alba Berlin.

Regarding Parker, he is looking good/healthy but he hasn't played really well so far except that last game against Ukraine. FNT coach is limiting his minutes and Parker isn't trying too much right now. The goal is to be ready for the Eurobasket that start on September 5th. What Parker will do at the Eurobasket will give a strong hint of what to expect from him for the season.

Mamuza94

08-19-2015, 10:43 PM

Speaking of FNT coach, what's general opinion in France about Cole? Is he still under criticism, despite the good results in recent years?

Othyus Lalanne

08-20-2015, 05:39 AM

Can someone explain me this (http://baloncestoenvivo.feb.es/Game/2015003#boxscore) result? Seriously? This Venezuela few days ago in Belgrade was lost to China and Russia, so how the fuck now Spain defeat them with only +2? Just HOW?

http://cdn.nextimpulsesports.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/albaspurs.jpg

Mamuza94

08-20-2015, 09:16 AM

Alba's coach is Serb, sо, it's clear. :D

BTW, Mitrovic and Keselj are out of Serbian team, now number is 14, so two more players need to be dropped from the team. By my opinion, that will be Stimac and Dangubic/Simonovic. Will see in next few days.

Mamuza94

08-21-2015, 09:09 AM

Spain's 12:

Sergio Llull, Sergio Rodríguez, Guillem Vives, Pau Ribas, Rudy Fernández, Fernando San Emeterio, Víctor Claver, Felipe Reyes, Nikola Mirotić, Pablo Aguilar, Pau Gasol i Willy Hernangómez.

They are very weak compared to previous tournaments.

Lady M

08-21-2015, 01:18 PM

France Georgie now
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z0ma7
https://pbs.twimg.com/tweet_video/CM8758dWEAA_hw1.mp4

BillMc

08-21-2015, 01:25 PM

France Georgie now
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z0ma7
https://pbs.twimg.com/tweet_video/CM8758dWEAA_hw1.mp4
:toast

BillMc

08-21-2015, 01:26 PM

France Georgie now
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z0ma7
https://pbs.twimg.com/tweet_video/CM8758dWEAA_hw1.mp4

Actually its not working for me.

jyra

08-21-2015, 01:27 PM

Awesome, Sankidize.

mystargtr34

08-21-2015, 06:52 PM

Mirotic plays for Spain wtf?..

Mamuza94

08-22-2015, 01:03 AM

Yep. He's Montenegrin, but play for Spain. He is in Spain for years (in Real Madrid in 2005) so Spaniards saw that as an opportunity to naturalize him.
There were stories and debates about him and his playing for Montenegro, but, this guy is an idiot and he don't know what he want of himself. When Spanish NT has written-off him from (couple of times) he started with stories about playing for Montenegro. When Spain call him again, he run to them. So, as i say, he is not most normal guy.

dweaver99027

08-22-2015, 02:40 AM

He looks more of a Spaniard than Ibaka, though, heh.

Mamuza94

08-22-2015, 05:58 AM

True.

buttsR4rebounding

08-22-2015, 01:00 PM

So what if Porker looks great vs euroscrubs???

Means nothing to me. He needs to look good vs American athletes

Last time I checked there were several non-American athletes in the NBA.

Braff

08-22-2015, 01:20 PM

France 74 - 72 Belgium

Good game for TP, the team struggled in the first half, he took care of everything in the second half with 18 points (total 24 points), 8/12 shooting with 3/5 from 3. :bobo

The only bad thing is the 5/11 FT (with 0/2 FT in the clutch ofc, so Spurs :lol).

naico

08-22-2015, 02:18 PM

Tough team Belgium. All heart. :toast

BD24

08-22-2015, 02:43 PM

thiste

08-22-2015, 02:49 PM

That three point shooting is a great sign. Makes me happy to see that. He needs a reliable three now in older age.

It's good indeed but don't forget it's the FIBA 3pt line.

Mamuza94

08-22-2015, 02:52 PM

Serbia destroyed Israel (http://www.eurohoops.net/2015/08/eurobasket/117891)

Once again Serbia was impressive during the preparation period winning 85-70 (http://live.baskethotel.com/ibba/?&lang=1) Israel in Tel Aviv. Nedovic was the leading scorer with 16 points being perfect until few minutes before the end.
Nemanja Nedovic scored 16 points with 2/2 2ps and 4/5 3ps missing his last 3p shot. Next to him Simonovic added 13 points, Raduljica 11 more (4/4 2ps) and also Erceg scored double digits (10p). Bogdan Bogdanovic was out and Djordjevic used 13 players.
Dawson was the leading scorer for the hosts (20p) and apart from him only Eliyahu distinguished (12p, 5 rebs, 5 assists). D’or Fischer was out of the roster for Israel. Yaniv Green came back to the action after eight months and this was his 180th game with the Israeli NT being second in participations.