Donatas Urbonas hosts a basketball podcast, centered around Euroleague and European basketball events.
URBONUS Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas react to Fenerbahce winning EuroLeague title, talks about TJ Shorts going to PAO, and begs the league to get rid of the 3rd place game. Episode partners: – Hoop N Court - Bring a pro-level court to your home, club, or academy with HoopnCourt.com - from Olympic-grade surfaces to top U.S. hoops and shooting machines. Visit https://hoopncourt.com/ to build your dream court! – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount!
Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas analyze both EuroLeague Final Four semifinals. How did Vassilis Spanoulis crush Olympiacos' title dreams? How Fenerbahce got their revenge against Panathinaikos? Who are the favorites in the final? Episode partners: – Hoop N Court - Bring a pro-level court to your home, club, or academy with HoopnCourt.com - from Olympic-grade surfaces to top U.S. hoops and shooting machines. Visit to build your dream court! – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! Topics: How did Vassilis Spanoulis eliminate Vezenkov and Olympiacos' offense? (0:00); Better team won the game this time (27:54).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius rank the best EuroLeague Final Fours in a tier list. From unforgettable moments to epic stories, they break down each event and reveal the one Final Four that truly deserves the S-tier spot. Episode partner: Hoop N Court - Bring a pro-level court to your home, club, or academy with HoopnCourt.com — from Olympic-grade surfaces to top U.S. hoops and shooting machines. Visit https://hoopncourt.com/ to build your dream court!
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas share their predictions for the EuroLeague Final Four. They break down the semifinal matchups and reveal their picks for the team they believe will win the championship. Episode partner: Hoop N Court - Bring a pro-level court to your home, club, or academy with HoopnCourt.com — from Olympic-grade surfaces to top U.S. hoops and shooting machines. Visit https://hoopncourt.com/ to build your dream court!
URBONUS' Gytis Blazevicius and Augustas Suliauskas react to Panathinaikos Athens advancing to Final Four with a Game 5 win over Anadolu Efes, as well as AS Monaco beating FC Barcelona series finale. Episode partner: Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount!
URBONUS co-hosts Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas react to the wild Game 5 of the Olympiacos Piraeus - Real Madrid, where the Greeks eliminated the royal club and secured their spot in the EuroLeague Final Four. Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount!
URBONUS co-hosts Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas recap Real Madrid's home win in G3 against Olympiacos Piraeus. They also look at main factors that led to Fenerbahce Istanbul sweeping Paris Basketball and securing tickets to Abu Dhabi's Final Four. Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! Topics: How Real shut down Olympiacos' Fournier-less offense (0:00) Fenerbahce's masterclass of handling Paris (14:56)
URBONUS crew Rytis Vysniauskas and Gytis Blazevicius discuss G2 of both Olympiacos - Real Madrid & AS Monaco - FC Barcelona. Can the underdogs avoid a sweep or are Olympiacos & Monaco one foot in the Final Four already? Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount!
URBONUS host Gytis Blazevicius & former Panathinaikos player Andrew Andrews react to Anadolu Efes stealing Game 2 in Athens & Fenerbahce going 2-0 vs Paris Topics: How Efes slowed down Nunn & stole an away game (0:00); Is Fenerbahce about to sweep Paris? (16:41).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Gytis Blazevicius reacts to Game 1 thriller between Panathinaikos & Anadolu Efes and discusses Juancho Hernangomez's brilliant performance and Ergin Ataman's press conference rant.
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius share their predictions for the Olympiacos vs. Real Madrid and Fenerbahce vs. Paris Basketball playoff series. They explain why Piraeus fans should be cautious about facing the Spanish giants, and why EuroLeague newcomers Paris could be primed for a stunning postseason upset. Topics: Shocking Fenerbahce vs Paris prediction (0:00); Our disappointment after the Play-In watch party (16:01); Can Madrid pull off a playoff shocker vs Olympiacos? (20:30).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Gytis Blazevicius, and Augustas Suliauskas break down the controversial Crvena Zvezda vs. Bayern game and Paris' overlooked strength that stunned Real Madrid, potentially setting up a nightmare matchup for Olympiacos. They also share their final Play-In prediction and discuss a possible upset that could shake up the playoff picture. Topics: Why don't we fully agree with Sfairopoulos (0:00); This is why Bayern deserved to win (7:20); What should Zvezda do next? (16:00); What did we see in Kalinic's and Herbert's conflict? (18:10); Underrated Paris' quality that overwhelmed Madrid (22:20); Olympiacos' nightmare matchup? Final Play-In prediction (30:46).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius share their predictions for the EuroLeague playoff matchups — including Panathinaikos vs. Efes, and Monaco vs. Barcelona — along with their Play-In predictions. Topics: EuroLeague Play-In Predictions (0:00); Is PAO vs Efes prediction will become a meme again? (14:06); Why Barca is underrated and Monaco series debate (28:40).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius share their emotional reactions to Luka Doncic's return to Dallas and discuss what made it arguably the most awkward game in NBA history. They also react to Cedi Osman's extension with Panathinaikos predict PAO's next big move in the market. Episode partner: — Nord VPN. Visit https://nordvpn.com/basketnews and get 4 months for free when buying a two year plan! Never miss a game - stay connected and protected with NordVPN. Topics: How Gytis explained to his girlfriend why he was crying (0:00); Luka's most depressing 45-point game? (3:20); Was it a closure moment for Luka? (4:52); Nico Harrison's Twitter findings & the money Dallas already lost (8:59); Unheard detail behind Nunn's extension (15:35); Inside Panathinaikos' contracts (17:07); Osman's value & was extending him the right call? (18:15); Ataman's wild plan or Cedi following Juancho? (26:40); What's PAO's next big move? (29:00); Lorenzo Brown's future with PAO in doubt? (34:55).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius break down the key details of Kendrick Nunn's extension, reveal more about the “disrespectful” EuroLeague offer to Partizan and Zvezda, and unveil their All-EuroLeague Team selections. Topics: The wildest thing about Nunn's extension (0:00); Crazy difference from the first Nunn's paycheck (9:36); Any red flags behind Nunn's extension? (10:32); Top 10 best-paid EuroLeague players right now (14:10); A confusing part about Kevin Punter's extension (15:21); Why might Kevin Punter have turned down bigger offers? (15:53); Do we think the EuroLeague just disrespected Partizan and Zvezda? (20:00); Who was offered to join the EuroLeague? (27:17); Is Dubai in the EuroLeague a for sure thing? (30:32); Big debate over All-EuroLeague Teams selections (34:35).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas react to Olympiacos' rare losing streak and share their insights on the NBA Europe project and the future of the EuroLeague. Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! Topics: Is Olympiacos in trouble? (0:00); What did we learn from NBA Europe announcement? (19:50).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas and Gytis Blazevicius react to the EuroBasket 2025 draw, identify the group of death, rank the groups by strength, and discuss which teams are most likely to advance to the next stage. Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount!
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Gytis Blazevicius, and Augustas Suliauskas break down the key games that could shape the EuroLeague playoff race in the final regular season rounds, and create their dream EuroLeague playoff matchups, crafting the most exciting and unpredictable showdowns. Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! Topics: The most crucial games that will decide the playoff race (0:00); Our dream EuroLeague playoff matchups (18:35).
URBONUS' Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas discuss the recent extension of Zalgiris Kaunas guard Sylvain Francisco and rank all the EuroLeague MVP candidates by putting them in a tier list. Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! Topics: What Francisco's extension means to Zalgiris (0:00) Putting all EuroLeague MVP candidates in a tier list (17:58)
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas and Gytis Blazevicius break down two key revelations following Panathinaikos' win over Real Madrid, explain the EuroLeague luxury tax and its potential impact on the league's future, and rank the top expansion candidates—revealing who's leading the race to join EuroLeague. Topics: URBONUS' changes (0:00) This Win Reveals Two HUGE Things About PAO (3:07); Is luxury tax going to ruin the EuroLeague? (19:25); Ranking candidates to join the EuroLeague (39:51).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius react to the disgraceful political scenes in Belgrade during the Zalgiris vs. Crvena Zvezda game, analyze the key questions surrounding Saben Lee's move to Olympiacos, break down the winners and losers of the EuroLeague signing deadline, and rank the top in-season signings of the year. Episode partner: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! Topics: Why do we think this was a shameful act in Belgrade (0:00); Could Madrid and Barca both miss the playoffs? (17:14); EuroLeague signing deadline winners and losers (30:57); Rytis doesn't like the Saben Lee signing? (37:10); Concern ranking: PAO, Olympiacos & Fenerbahce (45:54); One of the most dramatic signing deadline stories in recent memory (49:45); Would Olympiacos-2 make the playoffs? (54:05); EuroLeague budgets research reactions (57:47); Top 3 in-season signings (1:04:23).
URBONUS' co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas update their EuroLeague power rankings and discuss the highest risers and biggest falls. Guys also touch on Daniel Theis joining AS Monaco, Patrick Beverley leaving Hapoel Tel Aviv and what's important in the upcoming FIBA EuroBasket Qualifier window. Topics: A break from ‘actual' basketball (0:00); What impact will Daniel Theis have in Monaco (3:43); The hottest team in the EuroLeague right now (15:56); Keys to Fener finding a winning way (22:44); Can PAO be great without Lessort? (27:39); The biggest riser in the power rankings (31:59); Monaco's drop despite returning Calathes (38:06); Dangerous Bayern that keeps surprising (41:38); Partizan finally fulfilling their defensive potential (44:41); From Paris leading the table to battling for play-in (49:12); Why is Barcelona kinda boring? (52:12); Two teams that realistically fit the play-in picture (55:30); The uncertainty about Efes (1:01:23); Baskonia improved but is it enough? (1:03:16); Zalgiris' downfall needs to be studied (1:05:00); The bottom 4 that hasn't moved (1:10:27); Patrick Beverley's drama with Itoudis (1:11:44); Would we pay Micic a Top 5 EuroLeague salary? (1:15:55); Important games for Greece, Germany & Croatia (1:19:14).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas discuss Kendrick Nunn's dominance in the EuroLeague and his potential decision on returning to the NBA. They also put together a potential All-EuroLeague Flopping Team, debate whether Wade Baldwin's return will hurt or help Fenerbahce's winning basketball, analyze NBA trades that benefited European players the most, and break down five wild trade scenarios— who is the EuroLeague's version of Jimmy Butler, Dennis Schroder, or Vasilije Micic? Episode partners: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA Topics: The reason behind Zach LeDay's All-EuroLeague season (0:00); EuroLeague All-Flopping Team (6:05); Why this was a crucial week for Panathinaikos (8:09); Crazy difference between Nunn at home & away (12:50); Nunn's future: EuroLeague or NBA? (27:14); How Fener could have won in OAKA (40:28); Is Wade Baldwin an upgrade or distraction for Fener? (44:47); Errick McCollum's Impact in numbers (51:00); Best NBA trade for Europe (56:30); EuroLeague's Jimmy Butler, Schroder & Micic (1:06:30).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius react to Luka Doncic trade, discover EuroLeague's version of Doncic's transfer, display crazy EuroLeague playoff scenarios, list top in-season signings, GMs, and present the EuroLeague dunk contest dream lineup. Become a BN+ member & watch the FULL Q&A at https://basketnews.com/plus BN+ Topics: Luka Doncic trade reactions; Luka Doncic trade conspiracy theories; EuroLeague's version of Doncic trade; Is the EuroLeague's future in danger if NBA Europe comes?; New EuroLeague format with 20 teams?; Does Jilson Bango make Fenerbahce title team?; Shocking NCAA experience that made us feel bad about the EuroLeague; Chus Mateo's future at Madrid & what makes Bruno Fernando special; When will Augustas wear the Partizan jersey in the Zalgirio arena?; Ranking best EuroLeague GMs; Top 3 in-season signings; The next head coach to get fired; (Not so) Crazy EuroLeague playoff scenarios; EuroCup and BCL merge & All-EuroLeague World Five; This is the perfect EuroLeague dunk contest lineup.
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas react to Belgrade's derby and Crvena Zvezda's statement win over Partizan while also discussing their concerns regarding NBA Europe and EuroLeague expansion plans. Episode partners: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop HERE and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more HERE. Topics: Why we wouldn't like to live Sterling Brown's life last night (0:00); This was an iconic Belgrade derby picture (3:19); Did Sfairopoulos outcoach Zeljko? (7:54); The substitution that Zeljko might regret now (12:53); You didn't expect that from Filip Petrusev? (23:15); This sequence explained why Zvezda won (28:03); Is Bolomboy going to make the All-EuroLeague Team? (34:47); Zvezda going for Top 6? (39:20); What we hate about Belgrade's derby (42:25); Who blocked Augustas on social media? (44:23); Why the NBA Europe project could fail (50:29); The best and worst of EuroLeague expansion (1:01:15); NBA Europeans that we want to see traded (1:09:25).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas break down the insane Panathinaikos' comeback against Zalgiris and Ergin Ataman's ejection, rewind an iconic Zeljko Obradovic moment, and discuss the teams NBA might target for their new league in Europe. Topics: Two biggest factors behind PAO's comeback (0:00); Stats we've never seen before (5:45); Is Zalgiris' decline related to Lonnie Walker? (10:35); Zalgiris might hit the market (23:00); Ataman's ejection controversy (26:22); Panathinaikos' target that reminds Mathias Lessort (33:23); Is PAO in danger of missing the Final 4? (39:31); Why Gytis might switch from EuroLeague to NBA (43:59); USA traps for European basketball fans (48:37); European teams that the NBA is targeting for their league (52:40); Did Kevin Durant just disrespect international basketball? (1:01:47); Zeljko's TikTok that stole the internet (1:05:20); How many Serbian teams will make the playoffs? (1:15:24). Episode partners: – Trace ‘n Chase is your go-to shop for sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, mystery boxes and grading services in Europe! Shop now at https://tracenchase.com/ and use promo code BASKETNEWS5 for a special discount! – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA Join our BN+ community for more unique content: https://basketnews.com/plus Don't forget to follow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/basketnews/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@basketnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/basketnews_com/ BasketNews e-shop: https://shop.basketnews.com/ Inquiries for partnership: commerce@basketnews.com
URBONUS' Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas analyze EuroLeague's action: Olympiakos' double success in Vitoria and Madrid, Partizan's huge win over Milano, while also discussing what will Dennis Smith Jr bring to Real Madrid. Topics: Another Rytis' rant about Lamelo Ball (0:00); Let's talk about Crvena Zvezda! (2:55); Dominant Olympiakos in Madrid (12:49); How do you stop Fournier & Vezenkov 2-man game? (25:12); Did the refs decide games in Madrid & Barcelona? (29:48); Crucial Partizan's step towards the playoffs (37:46); Reacting to Dennis Smith Jr joining Real (49:22); Damian Lillard in the EuroLeague? (58:05). Episode partner: – Join Rabona HERE. Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more HERE.
URBONUS' Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas analyze Kendrick Nunn's historic 5-game stretch, Panathinaikos excellent performance versus Partizan. The crew also discuss recent moves by Anadolu Efes & Fenerbahce, whether or not the EuroLeague should have the 6th man award, and potential stars that could make the jump to the NBA soon. Episode partner: – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA Topics: Kendrick Nunn's historic 5-game run (0:00); This is the real Panathinaikos, no more messing around (7:02); Evaluating Yurtseven's & Gabriel's early impact (19:02); Can we still expect more from Partizan this season? (22:49); Rytis has something to say about Pokusevski (27:12); Do Luka Banchi & PJ Dozier make Anadolu Efes title contenders? (30:52); Our reactions to Errick McCollum joining Fenerbahce (38:05); Should Barcelona replace Pennaroya? (44:18); The Terminal: Part 2 or the Thomas Heurtel saga (52:12); EuroLeague stars that should ask for a trade (54:55); Best 6th man in EL & do we need such award in Europe? (1:00:09); EuroLeague players who could move to NBA soon (1:05:26).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas respond to questions from BN+ members and BasketNews fans, covering transfer rumors, top EuroLeague players with expiring contracts, NBA plans in Europe, and much more. Become a BN+ member & watch the FULL Q&A at https://basketnews.com/plus BN+ Topics: Is there any more room for Chima Moneke in PAO?; Ranking top EuroLeague players on expiring contracts; Are Maledon and Real rumors are true?; BasketNews' plans and trips for 2025; Is Paris, Zalgiris & Bayern still making the playoffs?; Which Top 4 teams won't make the Final Four?; Is Saras overrated?; Is NBA and EuroLeague in a Cold War?; Why or wouldn't Zeljko Obradovic succeed in the NBA?; Three things NBA could bring to the EuroLeague; Which EuroLeague team we would take over?; Would Bartzokas accept the assistant coach role under Ataman?; Worst EuroLeague legends and underrated scorers; What's the best EuroLeague center lineup now?; How can fans help referees to be better?; How would we run an average budget EuroLeague team?; Is Giannis, Jokic, KD & Luka going to retire in Europe?; Our favorite team outside Lithuania.
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas analyze EuroLeague transfer deadline moves, discuss Matthias Lessort's injury impact on Panathinaikos' title hopes, react to the players' survey results, and share five bold predictions for 2025. Episode partner: – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA Topics: Perfect EuroLeague Christmas Day schedule (0:00); Confusing things in the Milan vs. Olympiacos game (4:55); Is Augustas worried about Olympiacos? (11:15); Insane numbers under Vassilis Spanoulis (13:05); Is Wenyen Gabriel a good replacement for Mathias Lessort? (20:10); Crazy number that describes Maccabi's chapter (25:12); Does Mathias Lessort's injury hurt PAO's title chances? (27:35); One move that Fenerbahce should do (29:03); Does Trevion Williams change Maccabi's picture? (32:45); Furkan Korkmaz's next stop (36:45); What impressed us about the EL players' mid-season survey (41:15); Which four teams will make the Final Four in Abu Dhabi? (53:30); Which three teams will make the EuroBasket 2025 podium? (57:20); Which Euro star will win the NBA ring this season? (1:00:22); What will we learn about the NBA project in Europe? (1:00:40); What will be the basketball topic of 2025? (1:04:44).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas engage in a funny debate about Kendrick Nunn, analyze last-minute EuroLeague trade possibilities, and share Christmas wishes for every EuroLeague team. Episode partner: – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA Topics: What do we think of Paris vs. Fener postponement? (0:00); How did Fenerbahce lose back-to-back games by 28.5 points? (4:10); Kendrick Nunn's historic night reactions (10:16); Big debate: ranking Nunn, Mike James & Shane Larkin (17:55); Crazy EuroLeague record & impressive Efes (28:50); Did Panathinaikos display the best quarter this year? (36:35); EuroLeague last-minute trade suggestions (37:45); RIP Janis Timma (59:30); Christmas wishes to every EuroLeague team (1:02:30); Dennis Smith Jr. to the EuroLeague? (1:13:55); Why does ASVEL deserve so much credit? (1:18:12); Just look at these EuroLeague Christmas edition jerseys! (1:25:00).
URBONUS' Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius and Augustas Suliauskas present their updated December EuroLeague Power Rankings. They discuss Paris' success, Panathinaikos' recent struggles, how long Lonnie will stay in Europe, Partizan's surge and why Real Madrid is in a tough spot. Episode partners: – Get ready for the holidays! Gift your beloved ones the opportunity to stay on top of their basketball-knowledge with BN+ subscription: https://shop.basketnews.com Topics: Why Paris is the undisputed no. 1 spot (0:00); Does Olympiacos have enough to win the title? (15:53); Spanoulis effect and transformed Monaco (20:32); Concerns we have about Panathinaikos (27:08); Same problems and even fewer solutions for Fenerbahce (33:10); The main difference between Bayern and Paris (39:56); Can Zalgiris keep Lonnie Walker until the end of the season? (46:54); Factors that have revived Milano's talent (54:02); Why Barcelona is the most “mid” EuroLeague team (57:59); How Partizan finally started clicking (1:01:43); Things that put Crvena Zvezda outside the Top 10 (1:07:40); Biggest problem Anadolu Efes might not fix (1:10:05); Why we put Baskonia over Real Madrid (1:13:05); The best ASVEL we've seen in last 3 years (1:18:40); Which bottom 3 team has best chances to rise? (1:21:42).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius discuss Partizan's win over Panathinaikos, Abu Dhabi as the host for the Final Four, Chima Moneke trade idea, and their picks for the All-November EuroLeague team. Episode partners: – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA – Get ready for the holidays with exclusive BasketNews Christmas gift sets! Choose from three unique bundles, perfectly packed to go right under the Christmas tree. Each set comes with a special discount, saving you time and money: https://shop.basketnews.com/pages/christmas-boxes Topics: The atmosphere of the season (0:00); How Partizan saved their season (5:15); Does PAO need boxing practice or something else? (11:10); Will Partizan make the play-in? (19:35); The chaos behind Nigel Hayes-Davis' 3-pointer in Madrid (23:00); Reactions to the Final Four in Abu Dhabi (30:35); An alternative to the Final Four (43:18); Why Banchi deserves credit & Dusko's magic (49:13); The next coach to get fired (1:00:08); Chima Moneke buyers and trade idea (1:01:35); New MVP candidate and All-November Team (1:11:10).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Gytis Blazevicius, and Augustas Suliauskas break down Partizan's victory over Olympiacos, including the heated sideline clash involving Giorgos Bartzokas. They also dive into the wild moments from El Clasico, rank the EuroLeague rivalries that will surprise you, and discuss potential next stop for Patrick Beverley. Episode partners: – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA – Get ready for the holidays with exclusive BasketNews Christmas gift sets! Choose from three unique bundles, perfectly packed to go right under the Christmas tree. Each set comes with a special discount, saving you time and money: https://shop.basketnews.com/pages/christmas-boxes Topics: Gytis speaks Serbian & EuroLeague needs a therapist (0:00); Zeljko proved he's genius once again (4:50); Olympiacos' problem (13:45); The call that should have decided El Clasico (23:16); Barcelona could have been saved by this move (27:30); Willy Hernangomez's earnings per one game (37:01); EuroLeague rivalries tier-list, surprising & funny selections (39:15); Bartzokas & Partizan conflict on the sidelines (52:18); Zalgiris' collapse & explaining Markus Howard's slump (55:20); Patrick Beverley's next stop (1:06:25); Vassilis Spanoulis' first big change in Monaco (1:12:49).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Gytis Blazevicius, and Augustas Suliauskas react to Partizan's win over Crvena Zvezda, discuss Vassilis Spanoulis future in Monaco, and analyze potential FIBA upset candidates. Episode partners: – Elite basketball experiences with Baltic Basketball Events! Tailored packages for teams and players, world-class training, and competition against top European academies. All-inclusive, just show up and play! For more info, visit: http://balticbasketevents.com or contact info@balticbasketevents.com | +37061423131 (Viber/WhatsApp). – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq. Use promo code NBA250 and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA – Get ready for the holidays with exclusive BasketNews Christmas gift sets! Choose from three unique bundles, perfectly packed to go right under the Christmas tree. Each set comes with a special discount, saving you time and money: https://shop.basketnews.com/pages/christmas-boxes Topics: How Zvezda vs Partizan predictions went wrong (0:00); How Partizan stunned Zvezda (8:11); Partizan's signing that might improve their situation (21:08); Crazy Partizan stat that speaks volumes about Zvezda (29:35); Quick message about refereeing from Todd Warnick (32:07); Explaining Paris' greatness & crazy Markus Howard stat (33:44); Greece's shocking loss and predicting other FIBA upsets (40:05); Should Zvezda fire Ioannis Sfairopoulos? (49:36); Our reactions following Sasa Obradovic's firing (58:45); Does Vassilis Spanoulis and Monaco make a great match? (1:06:20).
URBONUS co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas talk about Olympiacos' (im)perfect double week, Filip Petrusev's ceiling & Olimpia Milano's embarrasing loss to ALBA Berlin. The guys also give their bold predictions on Paris, Partizan, Real Madrid, Carsen Edwards & Vasilije Micic. Episode partners: – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq. Use promo code BASKETNEWS and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA – Get ready for the holidays with exclusive BasketNews Christmas gift sets! Choose from three unique bundles, perfectly packed to go right under the Christmas tree. Each set comes with a special discount, saving you time and money: https://shop.basketnews.com/pages/christmas-boxes Topics: Lack of joy in European basketball (0:00); Can Olympiacos end up no. 1 in the standings? (11:32); Is Filip Petrusev a future NBA player? (29:02); Should this be the end of Messina in Milan? (37:52); Will Paris make the playoffs? (47:40); Can Partizan make the play-in? (53:55); Is Real Madrid a Final Four team? (59:36); Will Carsen Edwards make the All-EuroLeague team? (1:07:12); Is Vasilije Micic returing to Europe this season? (1:11:58); Reacting to Yago Dos Santos DM'ing to Mike James (1:16:15).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius reveal their updated EuroLeague Power Rankings, share predictions for the Panathinaikos vs. Olympiacos derby, and react to Lonnie Walker's EuroLeague debut. Episode partners: – Elite basketball experiences with Baltic Basketball Events! Tailored packages for teams and players, world-class training, and competition against top European academies. All-inclusive, just show up and play! For more info, visit: http://balticbasketevents.com or contact info@balticbasketevents.com | +37061423131 (Viber/WhatsApp). – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq. Use promo code NBA250 and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA
URBONUS co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas discuss Olympiacos Piraeus bounce back after a losing streak, whether or not the Reds should replace Giorgos Bartzokas. They also talk about Crvena Zvezda's protest in the middle of the game against Zalgiris and referees' decisions. Plus, the guys pick All-EuroLeague teams & the MVP of October. Episode partners: – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq. Use promo code NBA250 and get 100% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 250€). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNja6yKvqgCJ775V7DdxSTA – WHY WAIT? Black Friday Sale at Shop.BasketNews.com starts early! Exclusive deals and up to 40% discounts - don't miss out! Visit https://shop.basketnews.com/collections/up-to-40-off and take advantage of the best deals today! Topics: Halloween in EuroLeague - the refs are scary (0:00); Olympiacos bouncing back vs Spanish teams (2:49); Should Olympiacos replace Bartzokas? (13:30); Brilliant Trinchieri play & crazy ending in Kaunas (24:06); Sfairopoulos' protest & Zalgiris' brilliance (33:24); Message to fans blaming refs & EuroLeague Mafia (40:24); Is Lonnie Walker IV the top signing of October? (50:52); Biggest anomaly in the standings (1:03:05); All-EuroLeague October Team & MVP Ladder (1:08:43).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius react to the unstoppable TJ Shorts, biggest EuroLeague surprises, Partizan and Zvezda's recent losses, Bismack Biyombo to Europe rumors, and the top 10 EuroLeague contracts. Episode partners: – Elite basketball experiences with Baltic Basketball Events! Tailored packages for teams and players, world-class training, and competition against top European academies. All-inclusive, just show up and play! For more info, visit: http://balticbasketevents.com or contact info@balticbasketevents.com | +37061423131 (Viber/WhatsApp). – Ready for your next travel adventure? Enter Genome's contest for a chance to win 100 EUR! Just make purchases with your Genome card to earn unlimited entries. Begin your journey here: https://genome.eu/travel-adventures-with-genome-card/ – WHY WAIT? Black Friday Sale at Shop.BasketNews.com starts early! Exclusive deals and up to 40% discounts - don't miss out! Visit Shop.BasketNews.com and take advantage of the best deals today! Topics: Two coach challenges on the same play?! (0:00); Crazy TJ Shorts' stat & how to stop him? (3:42); Highest-paced EL team that will surprise you (11:51); Maccabi's problems (16:38); Did Zalgiris find a new Thomas Walkup? (21:59); Top 3 EuroLeague surprises (31:25); What happened to Red Star (39:21); Can Bismack Biyombo come to Zvezda & EuroLeague? (47:48); Lionel Messi of EuroLeague (52:18); Why Partizan's loss to Virtus wasn't about the refs (54:27); Most overpaid EuroLeague players (1:06:11).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius recap eight EuroLeague games, focusing on Crvena Zvezda's statement, Panathinaikos' protest in Paris following the first-ever EuroLeague win for the debutants, a glimpse of the good old Olympiacos, an issue that EuroLeague has to solve, and more. Episode partner: – Join Genome's contest today for a chance to win 100 EUR towards your next travel adventure! Simply make purchases with your Genome card to unlock unlimited entries. Don't miss out—get started now: https://genome.eu/travel-adventures-with-genome-card/ – Join Rabona here: https://shorturl.at/CGYdq Use promo code BONUS150 and get a 150% deposit bonus (for deposits up to €100). Check out Rabona's official YouTube channel for bonuses, sports news, and more: / @rabonasportsglobal Topics: Why EuroLeague MUST address this problem NOW (0:00); Why there were 8 games the same day (9:15); Zvezda's statement win? (12:30); Is Skylar Mays an answer to Fenerbahce's “problems”? (24:20); Glimpse of good old Vezenkov & Olympiacos (27:41); Who would you sign now: Tavares or Fall? (32:28); The big problem with PAO's protest (42:45); TJ Shorts proving people wrong (49:49); Apology to Elijah Bryant (54:24); Crazy Saben Lee & Maccabi ending (1:00:27); The best moment of the first Partizan win (1:07:55); Shoutout to ALBA & Baskonia (1:13:26).
URBONUS co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas discuss 1st half of EuroLeague's 2nd game round. At the focal point – Istanbul derby between Anadolu Efes and Fenerbahce, also impressions about the ‘new' OAKA arena & it's glass floor, plus questions whether we shall get hyped about Crvena Zvezda Belgrade. Topics: Istanbul derby: bites, scratches & ejections (0:00); Renewed OAKA impressions & (un)surprising PAO (24:45); Should we get hyped about Crvena Zvezda? (36:15); Real Madrid & Partizan impressions after 2 games (45:23); How will Jordan Loyd fit back in Monaco? (52:45).
URBONUS co-hosts Augustas Suliauskas & Gytis Blazevicius recap the opening day of the 2024-25 EuroLeague season. The guys break down 3 key games of the day, including Panathinaikos win over ALBA, Zalgiris upsetting Barcelona & Baskonia pulling off a comeback win vs Partizan. Episode partner: – Join Rabona here https://bit.ly/4ddCGY8! Use promo code BONUS150 and get 150% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 100€). Topics: EuroLeague is finally back on! (0:00); What we learned about PAO from their win vs ALBA (3:00); Impressive Zalgiris length & offensive weapons (15:54); Surprising Baskonia & Partizan's potential (35:11); Is Mirotic still a Top 10 EuroLeague player? (49:02); Wildest results of EuroLeague GMs survey (56:43).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas present their 2024-25 EuroLeague season power rankings, discuss the open-air Final Four idea, and conclude with a short Rytis' Q&A session for BN+ members. Episode partner: – Join Rabona here https://bit.ly/4ddCGY8! Use promo code BONUS150 and get 150% deposit Bonus (for deposits up to 100€). Topics: Open-air EuroLeague Final Four? (0:00); Predictions & power rankings? (8:19); Did Rytis surprise us with his Panathinaikos pick? (11:40); Madrid or Olympiacos? (14:30); Fenerbahce or Barcelona? (27:55); What's that Monaco alert about? (36:15); The EuroLeague powerhouses returning? (42:30); Reasons to believe in Partizan season (51:20); Augustas responding to tough questions about Zalgiris (1:00:33); The confusing thing about ranking Zvezda, Maccabi, Virtus & Baskonia (1:08:27); Bayern's hope (1:23:45); Is this team going to win any EuroLeague games? (1:25:38); Final 4 frontrunners, Yuki Kawamura in Europe and Rytis' Q&A (1:31:10).
One of the top EuroCup scorers, Andrew Andrews, joins URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas to introduce must-watch EuroLeague rookies, react to Juan Toscano-Anderson's statement about the G League being the second-best league in the world, and preview the upcoming battles with Patrick Beverley's Hapoel Tel Aviv. Episode partner: – Get more from your salary with Genome! Open a free account, enjoy multi-currency support, and use Visa debit cards with Apple Pay and Google Pay. Make the switch today: https://genome.eu/receive-salary/ Topics: Trash-talking Beverley & Pat's real face (0:00); Hapoel TA EuroLeague's rank & Top 5 EuroCup title contenders (9:47); G League over EuroLeague? (16:03); Toscano-Anderson's timeout rant (25:48); Andrews dealing with the NBA politics (34:00); Must-watch EuroLeague rookies (37:24); The most intriguing EuroLeague rookie? (55:42); Is Mike James' & Nick Calathes' connection going to work? (1:05:54); Pokusevski as the EuroLeague's unicorn (1:14:46); Should Olympiacos be worried about Evan Fournier? (1:19:06).
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas analyze Cedi Osman's move to Panathinaikos, discuss the potential costs of building super teams in Greece, evaluate Turkish players returning from the NBA to Europe, and list the best EuroLeague offseason transfers. Topics: How PAO took over the 2015 NBA Draft (0:00); Hot reactions to Cedi Osman's move to PAO (5:17); Is the gap in the EuroLeague getting bigger? (17:05); Cost of Super Teams, today's Pana & Oly vs. 2009-10 Pana & Oly (23:26); Which signing is better: Fournier or Osman? (30:02); Why Turkish stars leaving NBA for Europe (32:16); Our best EuroLeague offseason signings (42:49); The most overlooked Zalgiris signing and first impressions (1:17:34).
BasketNews' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius respond to fan questions, analyze Evan Fournier's impact on Olympiacos' title chances, and share their way-too-early EuroLeague standings predictions. BN+ Topics: The crazy things Pat Beverley will do in Europe; Does Fournier make Olympiacos title favorites?; Will Fournier have the same impact as Nunn in PAO?; Who should Olympiacos cut now?; Way too early EuroLeague standings predictions; Is Partizan the most unpredictable EuroLeague team?; Is Shabazz Napier going to be Bayern's Dennis Schroder?; First EuroLeague coach to be fired; EuroLeague rookies to shine; Guershon Yabusele's return to Europe scenario; Is Hapoel Tel Aviv better than Maccabi?; Overperformer and underperformer candidates; EuroLeague game we marked red on our calendars; Who will host the 2025 Final Four?; One player each EuroLeague team needs; Wade Baldwin and Sarunas Jasikevicius; What we will remember about Kyle Hines.
URBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius respond to BN+ members' and podcast fans' questions in a Q&A session, where they rank Svetislav Pesic among the greatest national team coaches, build an All-Euro Team to beat Team USA, and share behind-the-scenes experiences from the Paris Olympics. BN+ Topics: The topic we didn't bring up before; Best thing about Gytis hosting the pod; Gytis got promoted to the EuroLeague; What Rytis ranks above podcasting; Rytis compares hate he was getting from Serbian fans and Panathinaikos fans; Best players that never played at the Olympics; Where do we rank Svetislav Pesic among NT greats; When Team USA will lose Olympic gold; Olympics players to move to the NBA; Ranking Steph's ‘Golden Dagger' among greatest FIBA shots; How far would Germany NT go with Dirk Nowitzki; Germany NT coaching candidates; NBA coach dreaming of coaching Lithuania; Biggest EuroLeague surprises and disappointments at the Olympics; Should Jokic have won the MVP?; Building All-Euro team to beat the USA; An alternative format for the Olympics; Who'll play in the 2025 EuroBasket; Best EuroLeague teams to fix their weaknesses; Gytis and Rytis moving places unexpectedly. Join our BN+ community for more unique content.
URBONUS co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas recap the 2024 Paris Olympic basketball tournament. Team USA's gold snatched by Steph Curry, unstoppable Nikola Jokic against Germany in the bronze medal game and alternative Olympics awards. Episode partner: – Get an additional -10% discount for all hosting plans: https://www.hostg.xyz/SHEdJ. Free domain as well as free AI Website Builder is included. Start building your dream business now! Topics: Greatest Olympic basketball tournament ever (0:00); How Chef Curry cooked up France in the final (8:56); 24' Team USA rank all-time & KD's FIBA legacy (32:34); Serbia's bronze medal win that shines like gold (39:37); Alternative awards for Paris 2024 (54:02).
URBONUS co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas break down the two semifinal games in the Paris 2024 Olympics. From incredible 3 quarters of Nikola Jokic & company to incredible peformance by Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and LeBron James. Also, a preview of the gold & bronze medal games with predictions at the end. Episode partner: – Get an additional -10% discount for all hosting plans: https://www.hostg.xyz/SHEdJ. Free domain as well as free AI Website Builder is included. Start building your dream business now! Topics: A very thorough breakdown of USA - Serbia (0:00); How French defense got them into the final (42:26); Predictions for the gold & bronze medal games (54:13).
URBONUS co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas review the Paris 2024 Olympic basketball quarterfinals. Also, they look ahead to the semifinals between Serbia - USA & Germany - France. Episode partner: – Get an additional -10% discount for all hosting plans: https://www.hostg.xyz/SHEdJ. Free domain as well as free AI Website Builder is included. Start building your dream business now! Topics: Could Greece have done anything more vs Germany? (0:00); How Serbia achieved the best Olympic comeback ever (27:08); Adjustments that allowed France to eliminate Canada (45:39); USA's win & semifinals predictions (58:39).
URBONUS co-hosts Rytis Vysniauskas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas preview the quarterfinal matchups of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Also, exclusively for our BN+ members, they answer questions on Greek guards, refs during Serbia vs SSD game & other hot topics. Become a BN+ member & watch the Q&A at https://basketnews.com/plus Episode partner: – Get an additional -10% discount for all hosting plans: https://www.hostg.xyz/SHEdJ. Free domain as well as free AI Website Builder is included. Start building your dream business now! BN+ Topics: Which American EuroLeague guards would help Greece?; Would Dorsey & Sloukas make Greece much better?; Refs in Serbia vs South Sudan & statements made after; Who should replace Vincent Collet?; NBA players without FIBA experience who would thrive there; Our All-Olympics 5s after the group stage; Could Yuki Kawamura play in the EuroLeague?; Have our Olympic power rankings changed now?; Every medal contender's strongsides & weaknesses; Three best coaches of the Olympics; Biggest risers in stock of Paris 2024; Who's most likely to get a triple double in Olympics?; Augis' message to ArchChe; Our impressions on the organisational side of Paris 2024; Did we expect more from Jamal Murray & Josh Green?; Is Giddey getting trash talked more after his scandal?; Would we have Filip Petrusev or Nikola Jovic in our EL team?; Is this Team USA the best KD's ever played in?; Did Hayward's injury end his career prematurely?.