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Gabriele Procida
Gabriele Procida (born 1 June 2002) is an Italian professional basketball player for Alba Berlin of the German Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) and the EuroLeague. Early life and youth career Procida grew up playing basketball for Pallacanestro Cantù at the youth level. He competed for the youth teams of Stella Azzurra and Virtus Bologna at the Next Generation Tournament. Professional career On 13 October 2019, at age 17, Procida made his professional debut for Pallacanestro Cantù in a Lega Basket Serie A (LBA) game against Reyer Venezia. On 19 June 2020, he signed a four-year contract with Cantù. On 24 January 2021, Procida scored 24 points in a 107–83 loss to VL Pesaro. At 18 years, seven months and 23 days of age, he became the third-youngest player in league history to score at least 24 points in a game, behind Luigi Datome and Carlos Delfino. On 30 May 2021, Procida declared for the 2021 NBA draft. On 7 July he left Cantù, after the club was relegated to Serie A2, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alba Berlin
Alba Berlin is a German professional basketball club that is based in Berlin, Germany. The club was founded in 1991, and is today the largest German national basketball club by membership figures. Alba Berlin hosts its home games at the Mercedes-Benz Arena Berlin and competes in the German League and the EuroLeague or the EuroCup. After winning ten German Championships, ten German Cups, three German Supercups, and the FIBA Korać Cup in 1995, Alba Berlin is considered to be the most successful German basketball team, both domestically and internationally. With an average attendance of more than 10,000 fans per game in a season, it is also one of the most popular basketball clubs in Europe. In 2013, Alba was portrayed in the ESPN documentary series ''Basketball Capitals''. In 2014, the club was the first German basketball team to beat a reigning NBA champion, the San Antonio Spurs. History 1991–2000: Foundation and first championships Alba Berlin traces its history ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2021 NBA Draft
The 2021 NBA draft, the 75th edition of the National Basketball Association's annual draft, was held on July 29, 2021, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. With the first overall pick, the Detroit Pistons selected Cade Cunningham. The NBA used a "ceremonial pick" for the late Terrence Clarke, between the 14th and 15th pick of the draft. Draft picks Notable undrafted players These players were not selected in the 2021 NBA draft, but have played at least one game in the NBA. Trades involving draft picks Pre-draft trades Prior to the draft, the following trades were made and resulted in exchanges of draft picks between teams. Draft-night trades Draft-night trades were made after the draft began. These trades are usually not confirmed until the next day or after free agency officially begins. Combine Prior to the NBA Draft Combine, the 2021 NBA G League Elite Camp, which took place on June 19–21 at the Wintrust Arena and Marriott Marquis in Chicago ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Italy Men's National Basketball Team
The Italy men's national basketball team ( it, Nazionale di pallacanestro dell'Italia) represents Italy in international basketball tournaments. They are administered by the Italian Basketball Federation (FIP). Italy has qualified for 38 EuroBasket tournaments, winning two gold medals (1983, 1999), four silver medals (1937, 1946, 1991, 1997), and four bronze medals (1971, 1975, 1985, 2003) as achievements. While Italy has made nine trips to the World Cup, the closest they have come to winning a medal was in 1970 and 1978, where they finished fourth. In 12 attempts at the Summer Olympics, Italy has earned two silver medals, in 1980 and 2004. Currently, Italy is ranked 10th in the FIBA World Rankings. History The Early Years (1926–39) The first match of the Italian national basketball team was played on 4 April 1926 in Milan, and it ended with a victory over France 23–17. Italy's first participation in the Olympic Games was at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, placing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2019 FIBA U18 European Championship
The 2019 FIBA U18 European Championship was the 36th edition of the FIBA U18 European Championship. The competition took place in Volos, Greece, from 27 July to 4 August 2019. Participating teams * * * * * * ''(Automatically qualified as host)'' * * * * * (Winners, 2018 FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship Division B) * * * (Runners-up, 2018 FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship Division B) * * Venues Preliminary round The draw ceremony was held on 13 December 2018 in Belgrade, Serbia. Group A ---- ---- Group B ---- ---- Group C ---- ---- Group D ---- ---- Final round Bracket Round of 16 9–16th place quarterfinals Quarterfinals 13–16th place semifinals 9–12th place semifinals 5–8th place semifinals Semifinals 15th place game 13th place game Eleventh place game Ninth place game Seventh place game Fifth place game Third place game Final Final standings Awards ;All-Tourname ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Italy Men's National Under-19 Basketball Team
The Italy men's national under-18 and under-19 basketball team is the national representative for Italy in international under-18 and under-19 basketball tournaments. They are administered by the Federazione Italiana Pallacanestro. eurobasket.com The team regularly competes at the , and also won three medals at the . Competitive record FIBA U18 European Championship< ...
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FIBA
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA ; French: ) is an association of national organizations which governs the sport of basketball worldwide. Originally known as the (hence FIBA), in 1989 it dropped the word ''amateur'' from its name but retained the acronym. FIBA defines the rules of basketball, specifies the equipment and facilities required, organises international competitions, regulates the transfer of athletes across countries, and controls the appointment of international referees. A total of 213 national federations are now members, organized since 1989 into five zones: Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. FIBA organizes both the men's and women's FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament and the Summer Olympics Basketball Tournament, which are sanctioned by the IOC. The FIBA Basketball World Cup is a world tournament for men's national teams held every four years. Teams compete for the Naismith Trophy, named in honor of basketball's American-C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2018 FIBA U16 European Championship
The 2018 FIBA U16 European Championship was the 32nd edition of the Under-16 European Basketball Championship. The competition took place from 10 to 18 August 2018 in Novi Sad, Serbia. Sixteen (16) teams are participating, including 2017 Division B top three finishers. The defending champions were France. Participating teams * * * * (3rd place at 2017 Division B) * * (1st place at 2017 Division B) * * * * * * (2nd place at 2017 Division B) * * * * First round In this round, sixteen teams are allocated in four groups of four teams each. All teams advance to the Playoffs. Group A Group B Group C Group D Final round Bracket ;5th–8th place bracket ;9th–16th place bracket ;13th–16th place bracket Final standings Awards All-Tournament Team * Héctor Alderete * Usman Garuba * Boris Tišma * Alperen Şengün * Roko Prkačin References External linksFIBA official website {{DEFAULTSORT:FIBA FIBA U16 European Championship 2018–19 in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Italy Men's National Under-17 Basketball Team
The Italy national under-16 and under-17 basketball team is the national representative for Italy in international under-16 and under-17 basketball tournaments. They are administered by the Federazione Italiana Pallacanestro. The team competes at the FIBA U16 European Championship, with the opportunity to qualify for the FIBA Under-17 World Cup. Competitive record FIBA U16 European Championship FIBA Under-17 World Cup See also * Italy national basketball team * Italy national under-20 basketball team * Italy national under-19 basketball team References External linksOfficial websiteFIBA profile {{DEFAULTSORT:Italy National Basketball Team Men's national under-16 basketball teams Men's national under-17 basketball teams Basketball ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Simone Fontecchio
Simone Fontecchio (born 9 December 1995) is an Italian professional basketball player for the Utah Jazz of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He plays at the small forward position. Youth career Fontecchio participated in an array of youth tournaments: #2011 Jordan Brand Classic International Tour game in London (not to be confused with the International Game of the same tournament) #2012 Albert Schweitzer Tournament #2012 Basketball Without Borders Europe #2012-13 Euroleague Basketball Next Generation Tournament Rome tournament. Besides playing for Italy (see International career), he notably won the Italian Under 17 championship in 2011–12 and the Under 19 championship the same season and in 2012-13, all for Virtus Bologna. Professional career Fontecchio was promoted from the Virtus U19 to the senior side in 2012-13, alternating between the two during the season. He played a symbolic minute in LBA on 4 November 2011 before posting his first genuine first division st ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kevin Knox II
Kevin Devon Knox II (born August 11, 1999) is an American professional basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats. Knox was selected ninth overall by the New York Knicks in the 2018 NBA draft. In January 2022, he was traded to the Atlanta Hawks. Knox signed with the Detroit Pistons during the 2022 offseason, but he was dealt to the Trail Blazers in February 2023. High school career Knox attended Tampa Catholic High School in Tampa, Florida. As a junior, he averaged 30.1 points per game, 11.2 rebounds per game, and 2.4 assists while leading the Crusaders to regional and district championships and runner-up to the 2016 Florida Class 4A semifinals. In the 2016 summer, he joined his AAU team, E1T1 United on the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) Circuit. On May 14, 2016, Knox scored career high 28 points in a win against All Ohio Red. He averaged 19.6 points per gam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Utah Jazz
The Utah Jazz are an American professional basketball team based in Salt Lake City. The Jazz compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league's Western Conference, Northwest Division. Since the 1991–92 season, the team has played its home games at Vivint Arena. The franchise began play as an expansion team in the 1974–75 season as the New Orleans Jazz (as a tribute to New Orleans' history of originating jazz music). The Jazz relocated from New Orleans to Salt Lake City on June 8, 1979. The Jazz were one of the least successful teams in the league in their early years. Although 10 seasons elapsed before the Jazz qualified for their first playoff appearance in 1984, they did not miss the playoffs again until 2004. During the late 1980s, John Stockton and Karl Malone arose as the franchise players for the team and formed one of the most famed pick and roll duos in NBA history. Led by coach Jerry Sloan, who took over from Frank Layden in 1988, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons are an American professional basketball team based in Detroit. The Pistons compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league's Eastern Conference Central Division and play their home games at Little Caesars Arena, located in Midtown. Founded in Fort Wayne, Indiana as a semi-professional company basketball team called the Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons in 1937, they would turn pro in 1941 as a member of the National Basketball League (NBL), where they won two NBL championships: in 1944 and 1945. The Pistons later joined the Basketball Association of America (BAA) in 1948. The NBL and BAA merged to become the NBA in 1949, and the Pistons became part of the merged league. In 1957, the franchise moved to Detroit. The Pistons have won three NBA championships: in 1989, 1990 and 2004. Franchise history 1937–1957: Fort Wayne (Zollner) Pistons Fred Zollner owned the Zollner Corporation, a foundry that manufactured pistons, primarily ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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