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Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti present the Eurohoops podcast focusing on EuroLeague but talking also about all things basketball!
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Chris Singleton: Qatar, pericarditis scare, Ataman - Bartzokas, Efes, becoming back-to-back champ

EurohooPODApr 16, 2024

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Chris Singleton: Qatar, pericarditis scare, Ataman - Bartzokas, Efes, becoming back-to-back champ

Chris Singleton: Qatar, pericarditis scare, Ataman - Bartzokas, Efes, becoming back-to-back champ

Two-time EuroLeague champion Chris Singleton joins the EurohooPOD with Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti. Straight from Doha, Qatar, Singleton talks about why he decided to continue his career there and not in Europe and looks at the basketball development in the country ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Singleton opens up about the scare he had with pericarditis last year and how reports about his condition affected his options that summer. He praises new Efes coach Tomislav Mijatovic, explains why the 2023 Efes failed in the EuroLeague and looks back at how the team that won the 2021 and 2022 championships was created. Singleton also compares arguably the two most important coaches in his career: Ergin Ataman and Giorgos Bartzokas and reveals which one would he join again in similar team situations. He also picks the team that will win the 2024 EuroLeague.


Apr 16, 202458:26
Joe Ragland on BCL goals, Spanoulis running Peristeri like a EuroLeague team, meeting Jason Williams

Joe Ragland on BCL goals, Spanoulis running Peristeri like a EuroLeague team, meeting Jason Williams

Basketball Champions League superstar Joe Ragland of Peristeri BC joins Eurohoops’ EurohooPOD with Antonis Stroggylakis. Fresh off leading Peristeri to a tremendous comeback and qualification to the quarterfinals, Ragland discusses team’s goals on all levels, being the BCL double-double king, and why he believes they can finish the season with the championship title.
Ragland breaks down the influence of legendary Vassilis Spanoulis on himself and the team overall: How he runs the squad like a “EuroLeague program” and how he convinced him to join Peristeri. He also looks back at his stints with Crvena Zvezda and Hapoel Holon, how Milos Teodosic changed his passing philosophy, and recalls a conversation with Jason “White Chocolate” Williams.

Apr 01, 202442:00
Iffe Lundberg: From being told he’s out of Virtus to deciding games for the team: Iffe Lundberg on the possibility of staying Bologna, confidence and opportunity, Denmark dreams, NBA, being clutch

Iffe Lundberg: From being told he’s out of Virtus to deciding games for the team: Iffe Lundberg on the possibility of staying Bologna, confidence and opportunity, Denmark dreams, NBA, being clutch

Virtus Bologna guard Iffe Lundberg visits Eurohoops' EurohooPOD for a conversation with Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti. The Danish guard discussed how Virtus became a Top 4-contending team in the EuroLeague, how Luca Banchi helped the players and the squad reach their potential and the reasons everything is different compared to last season.Lundberg also addressed what took place in summer when he was told that he was "not part of the team" and how everything changed and he emerged as a crucial player for Virtus this season, especially in clutch moments. He also explained why the Italian side  deserves a long-term EuroLeague license and whether he would consider an offer to stay with the club.A trailblazer in his country's basketball scene, Lundberg describes how he felt when he became the first Danish player to play in the NBA and the impact it had on the sport's popularity in Denmark. He also discussed his goals with the Danish national team 

Mar 19, 202452:13
Jaycee Carroll on Real Madrid, career-defining moments, witnessing Luka Doncic’s rise, Pablo Laso

Jaycee Carroll on Real Madrid, career-defining moments, witnessing Luka Doncic’s rise, Pablo Laso

Jaycee Carroll, Real Madrid legend and two-time EuroLeague champion,
joins the EurohooPOD with Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti. One
of the most elite shooters in EuroLeague history, Carroll, now a
financial advisor, looked back at his career, the decision between Real
and Barca, his most special moments with the Blancos, how he built such a
strong connection with Pablo Laso and becoming the non-Spanish player
with the most appearances with the club.Carroll remembers when
he first heard the name “Luka Doncic” and experiencing the star’s
growth, explains why he didn’t spend the final season (2021-22) of his
contract with Real Madrid, and the reason why he was always renewing
early with the club. The American sniper also talks about Chus Mateo,
why he didn’t look to pursue a career in basketball after retirement,
and names a night in 2018 that changed the course of the season, his
best screener, all-time favorite triple, and who could be the “next
Jaycee Carrol.”
Mar 06, 202456:00
Ekpe Udoh still hears Zeljko Obradovic yelling plays; wants to see a black head coach in EuroLeague

Ekpe Udoh still hears Zeljko Obradovic yelling plays; wants to see a black head coach in EuroLeague

Former EuroLeague Final Four MVP and current Atlanta Hawks assistant coach Ekpe Udoh joined Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti on the latest episode of Eurohoops’ EurohooPOD.


Udoh talked about how he started a coaching career, the impact and influence of Zeljko Obradovic and how he still hears the legendary coach yelling what to do. He also discussed going from Bogdan Bogdanovic’s teammate to now coaching him and whether he’d see himself becoming a head coach on a EuroLeague team one day.


An icon of Fenerbahce Beko, Udoh looked back at winning the 2017 EuroLeague championship with the Turkish club and named his favorite teammates on and off the court. He also touched on joining Virtus Bologna to play alongside a specific point guard, a “depressing” season-ending injury, while naming the EuroLeague players who could’ve moved to the NBA but never did.

Feb 26, 202434:48
Nigel Hayes-Davis on trying to be EuroLeague’s “unanimous best forward,” Itoudis-Saras differences

Nigel Hayes-Davis on trying to be EuroLeague’s “unanimous best forward,” Itoudis-Saras differences

Fenerbahce Beko star Nigel Hayes-Davis won't rest until he's considered the "unanimous best forward in EuroLeague" as he explained to Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti on the latest episode of the Eurohoops' EurohooPOD. Hayes-Davis assessed the run of Fenerbahce in the 2023-24 season so far and emphasized why it's important that he and his teammates enjoy the journey before making the Final Four. He broke down the differences between coaches Dimitris Itoudis and Sarunas Jasikevicius, the big lessons he took from the 2023 playoffs and an unhappy year with Barcelona and what he wants to improve in his already complete game, An avid traveler, Hayes-Davis talked about his trips in Europe, the colorful personalities he's met during his journeys, taking wisdom and life lessons from some unforgettable interactions with locals.

Feb 07, 202447:45
Tyrese Rice talks life after basketball, secret of Maccabi’s success, being an inspiration

Tyrese Rice talks life after basketball, secret of Maccabi’s success, being an inspiration

Former Final Four MVP Tyrese Rice joined Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti at the EurohooPOD to talk about his current work with athletes, a documentary that he's preparing about his very successful career in Europe, and give his opinion on several EuroLeague topics. Rice, a former player who won major MVP awards in all three big European competitions, looked back at his days with Maccabi Tel Aviv, explaining the secret that pushed the team towards winning the 2014 EuroLeague championship. He also discussed how the EuroLeague MVP should be elected, why he believes that USA Basketball should have trials (including EuroLeague players), and revealed the one team he’d like to have played for.


Jan 29, 202456:56
TJ Shorts and Paris Basketball already feel they belong in the EuroLeague

TJ Shorts and Paris Basketball already feel they belong in the EuroLeague

Paris Basketball star guard TJ Shorts joined the latest episode of Eurohoops’ EurohooPOD with Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti. The favorite to win 2024 EuroCup MVP, Shorts explained the reasons Paris is having such an impressive almost undefeated run, how they average nearly 100 points in a major European competition, and why his team could even compete in the EuroLeague right now. Shorts, the Basketball Champions League MVP of 2023, talked about his progress from a young baller in Latvia to climbing the ranks of European basketball in a path that can lead to the EuroLeague. The American player discussed how tough it was for him to leave his country and start a career overseas, his evolution, growing up the fanbase in Paris, his thoughts on the EuroCup format, and why the Final of the competition should take place during the EuroLeague Final Four.

Jan 20, 202447:31
Petteri Koponen talks future of Finnish basketball, Markkanen, playing after near-deadly accident

Petteri Koponen talks future of Finnish basketball, Markkanen, playing after near-deadly accident

In the first episode of Eurohoops’ EurohooPOD for 2024, Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti host Finnish basketball great Petteri Koponen.


One of the best shooters in EuroLeague during his playing days, Koponen explains why he is optimistic about the future of Finnish basketball, talked about the rise of the sport in his country over the last couple of years, and the potential the national team has to go far in tournaments in the future. A first-hand witness to Lauri Markkanen’s journey, he discussed the Utah Jazz forward’s path from a top talent to an NBA All-Star and how it has greatly impacted basketball in Finland in many ways.


A EuroCup champion and All-First Team member in 2015, Koponen looked back at his career, from Virtus Bologna, the big successes with Khimki Moscow to an unfortunate run with Barcelona and contributing to Bayern Munich establishing themselves in EuroLeague. He also talked about a car accident that “almost killed” him, his “rushed” recovery and returning to basketball after this life-changing experience.

Jan 10, 202438:31
Mike Batiste reflects on life lessons at Panathinaikos, Obradovic, why he prefers EuroLeague to NBA

Mike Batiste reflects on life lessons at Panathinaikos, Obradovic, why he prefers EuroLeague to NBA

Three-time EuroLeague champion with Panathinaikos and the “OG” of undersized centers Mike Batiste joins Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti on the latest episode of Eurohoops’ EurohooPOD. A EuroLeague legend and now assistant at the Toronto Raptors, Batiste looks back at his days with Panathinaikos, how playing under Zeljko Obradovic changed him both as a player and a person and the impact that the Giannakopoulos family had in his life beyond basketball.


Batiste also explains why he prefers watching EuroLeague to NBA, talks about his influence on undersized big men like Kyle Hines, the evolution of his coaching career, working with Darko Rajakovic and Pascal Siakam plus the Raptors’ goals.


(1:06) The OG of the small ball and Darryl Middleton
(3:14) His time as an assistant coach with the Raptors
(6:12) The connection with Darko Rajakovic and Pascal Siakam
(8:58) Changing several NBA teams, praising Steve Clifford
(11:38) Dennis Schroder bringing the World Cup experience
(13:49) Dimitris Papanikolaou's emotional message about Mike Batiste
(17:58) Dealing with Zeljko Obradovic's pressure to get better
(20:15) Could Zeljko Obradovic be successful in the NBA?
(22:38) Panathinaikos is doing great for this new beginning
(24:32) Mike Batiste on Mathias Lessort's progression
(26:13) What is his favorite edition of Panathinaikos?
(29:11) An intense locker room speech changed everything
(31:24) The impact on the team by the Giannakopoulos brothers
(39:54) Prefering to watch the EuroLeague to the NBA
(45:46) Mike Batiste's favorite players in the EuroLeague
(47:56) Where would he be in today's EuroLeague?
(50:44) Being a pioneer for undersized centers like Kyle Hines
(53:39) Real Madrid could impress some people in the NBA
(1:00:42) Meet Mike at the Final Four in Berlin

Dec 21, 202301:02:54
The best player who never played in the EuroLeague?

The best player who never played in the EuroLeague?

EurohooPOD and its hosts Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti welcome the nine-year overseas professional veteran Justin Cobbs, currently at Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana in the BKT EuroCup and ABA League under head coach Simone Pianigiani. The 32-year-old California Golden Bears product recently shared he could be the best player who never played in the EuroLeague, starting an interesting debate on social media. He addressed the situation by mentioning another candidate for this matter. Justin Cobbs also reflected on the current situation in Slovenia, the year when he had the most fun playing in Europe, his friendship with Kevin Punter and Mike James, "loving it" in Japan and sharing the craziest story about his time in Buducnost. (2:00) Cedevita's paradox in the EuroCup and ABA League (4:40) "The best player who never played in the EuroLeague" (10:41) Where could Justin Cobbs land in the EuroLeague? (13:55) J'Covan Brown deserves some love (15:30) Possibly staying stuck in Montenegro during Covid (18:05) Getting the best out of his season in Japan, "loving it" there (19:45) Having the most fun in Germany with Gordie Herbert (25:00) Dimitris Itoudis is out from Fenerbahce and the importance of immediate success (28:23) Walter Tavares is the cheat code for Real Madrid (29:42) His friendship with Mike James and Kevin Punter (34:12) Justin Cobbs isn't Russell Westbrook's cousin (37:14) The difficult adjustment from the NBA to the overseas game

Dec 14, 202340:01
Sasha Djordjevic on being fired after winning titles, Partizan, why he was done quickly with NBA

Sasha Djordjevic on being fired after winning titles, Partizan, why he was done quickly with NBA

Legendary Sasha Djordjevic joined Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti at Eurohoops’ EurohooPOD to talk about his vast career as a player and a coach and his current job with the Chinese national team. Djordjevic looked back at his stints with Virtus Bologna and Fenerbhace where he was fired after winning championships with both teams and analyzes the work he put on with those clubs and also Panathinaikos. He also discusses Partizan’s missed opportunity to make the 2022 Final Four plus his look at the infamous brawl, current EuroLeague favorites. A longtime successful coach of Serbia, Djordjevic touched on the 2023 World Cup, while naming player who is the future of Serbian basketball. He also commented on Vasilijie Micic’s rough first months with the Thunder and explained why he decided to end his own NBA run quickly back in the 1996.

Dec 06, 202301:03:45
Tiago Splitter on Houston Rockets, Baskonia, EuroLeague, becoming coach, Brazil’s basketball future

Tiago Splitter on Houston Rockets, Baskonia, EuroLeague, becoming coach, Brazil’s basketball future

From being one of the best EuroLeague centers with Baskonia to winning an NBA championship with the San Antonio Spurs and then becoming an NBA coach, Tiago Splitter is having quite a journey. The Houston Rockets assistant coach and EuroLeague great joins Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesari Milanti on the EurohooPOD to reflect on his very successful career as a player, his days with Baskonia, the Final Four trips, the EuroLeague title that never arrived, Dusko Ivanovic, the San Antonio Spurs and the Brazilian national team. Splitter talks about the Rockets and breaks down the ambitions of the team under Ime Udoka, Alperen Sengun’s development and emergence as a star of the squad as well as his own role in helping Houston reach its goals. He also discusses how Gregg Popovich influenced him, comments on the 2013 NBA Finals and a… foul that could’ve changed the Spurs – Heat series outcome.

(1:50) His current role with the Houston Rockets (4:00) Contending for the NBA Playoffs (5:48) Transition from player to coach (8:22) Learnings he got from Pop (13:05) Up by three… foul or not? (15:30) Catching up with Baskonia’s action (18:00) Dusko Ivanovic’s magic (20:41) That 2004-05 team (22:37) Trading the NBA Championship for a EuroLeague title (24:15) His beloved relationship with Luis Scola (26:45) Can Brazil turn into what Argentina was back in the day? (30:44) The fast-learner Alperen Sengun (36:19) Praising Yago dos Santos and Bruno Caboclo (39:12) Raul Neto would have been huge for Fenerbahce (41:20) What keeps Marcelinho Huertas going?

Nov 29, 202345:19
Dylan Ennis talks career mindset, BCL growth, EuroLeague favorites, coaches’ criticizing players

Dylan Ennis talks career mindset, BCL growth, EuroLeague favorites, coaches’ criticizing players

Former All-EuroCup and All-Basketball Champions League guard Dylan Ennis joins Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti at the EurohooPOD. The Murcia guard opens up about his career and explains why he finds it a blessing to play in different countries. He also discusses how the Basketball Champions League has evolved over the years, the stars he enjoys watching (and getting some inspiration from) in the EuroLeague, the BCL players who belong at a higher level, and gives his opinion on coaches publicly criticizing their guys. In the aftermath of Murcia’s win over Barcelona, Ennis also touched on the statement performances his team is putting on in the ACB, the goals of the club in the Basketball Champions League/Spain, and the Copa Del Rey ambition. Ennis also gives some love to fellow Canadian ballers Naz Mitrou-Long and Kevin Pangos and mentions why he expects bigger things from them in the near future. (1:04) Coming off a big win against Barcelona (2:05) UCAM Murcia's ambitions (3:22) Learning from Malaga's Copa del Rey (5:25) The growth of the Basketball Champions League (6:41) Being among the favorites to win it all (8:10) Constantly on the move and "wanting to stay" in Gran Canaria (12:25) Growing up in a basketball family with Tyler (15:02) Dylan's choices for EuroLeague MVP and most impressive teams (16:22) Trying to emulate Facundo Campazzo and others (18:31) Kendrick Perry is a EuroLeague player (20:22) Pointing out the importance of opportunity (22:14) BCL teams proving their level in the EuroLeague (24:36) Getting to know Mathias Lessort more (26:36) Aleksander Balcerowski is perfect for the NBA (28:24) Who can stop Real Madrid in the EuroLeague? (29:46) Childhood friend Nazareth Mitrou-Long moving to Olympiacos (31:10) Kevin Pangos out of Milan? (34:33) Head coaches criticizing their own players (35:35) EuroLeague Games of the Week Visit us at www.eurohoops.net - Global views on Basketball with a European perception - Everything you need to know about Euroleague, Eurocup, and the top European domestic leagues #Eurobasket #NBA #EuroLeague #BasketballCL

Nov 23, 202338:35
Rating NBAers who moved to EuroLeague, MVP race, Milano drama with Messina quotes on Pangos, Napier

Rating NBAers who moved to EuroLeague, MVP race, Milano drama with Messina quotes on Pangos, Napier

Who are the former NBA players who perform better in their first-ever EuroLeague season? Which one stands out already, who has the highest ceiling, who needs more time and why it’s easier for some to adjust than the others? Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesari Milanti sit down at the new EurohooPOD episode to rate the EuroLeague season so far of former NBA players while talking about the early results in the MVP race and the controversy after Ettore Messina’s recent quotes on Kevin Pangos and Shabazz Napier.

Nov 14, 202355:11
Chima Moneke at EurohooPOD: Baskonia, proving doubters wrong, career dreams

Chima Moneke at EurohooPOD: Baskonia, proving doubters wrong, career dreams

Baskonia forward Chima Moneke is the guest of the second episode of the new edition of Eurohoops’ official podcast EurohooPOD. Moneke talks to Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti about emerging as Baskonia’s leading scorer, Vitoria fans and feeding off of their passion, his respect for fired coach Joan Penarroya and his first impressions of Dusko Ivanovic. The 2022 Basketball Champions League MVP, All-BCL Team and All-ACB Team member, Moneke opens up on overcoming adversities since his career beginnings, constantly proving doubters wrong, the Nigerian national team and a disrespectful moment in 2021, his friendship with TJ Shorts and reveals what are the two dreams he has for his career.

Nov 08, 202359:06
EurohooPOD reloaded featuring Malcolm Delaney

EurohooPOD reloaded featuring Malcolm Delaney

Malcolm Delaney, former All-EuroLeague, All-EuroCup guard, and one of the top US players to play in Europe this century, is the guest of the first episode of the new edition of Eurohoops’ official podcast EurohooPOD.

(1:14) Is Malcolm Delaney officially retired? (3:08) Current surroundings and business outside of basketball (5:08) First year after an 11-year professional career (6:45) "Come to my team, bro" (7:25) Baskonia? (8:35) His bond with Georgios Bartzokas (10:39) Extending longevity on the court (13:37) Things he could have done differently during his career (20:11) Even more NBA players coming to Europe in the future (24:35) Driving us into Kyle Hines' world (28:02) Advice to American players who are coming overseas (31:43) Where would Malcolm Delaney play right now? (34:35) His pick for the EuroLeague MVP (40:22) Final Four predictions (44:00) Coming back to... Mykonos? (45:27) Helping Milan out (49:00) Ettore Messina's team struggling (51:59) Virtus Bologna is doing pretty well (1:00:55) Games of the week Delaney joins Antonis Stroggylakis and Cesare Milanti to reflect on his 11-year career – including special mentions to his stints with Bayern Munich, Lokomotiv Kuban, Barcelona, and Olimpia Milano, talk about life after basketball, becoming a businessman, and how close he came to returning to Europe. Coming off a quite successful run, Delaney shares some important advice for young, undrafted, American players who begin their career in Europe – as he did himself in 2011- and what they should pay attention to. The former Hokie also talks about messages by fans and interactions on Twitter and explains why he expects more and more NBA players to move to Europe in the coming years.

Nov 01, 202301:02:30
The EuroLeague offseason is here and big moves are already happening

The EuroLeague offseason is here and big moves are already happening

The season is not over in Europe but EuroLeague teams are already making moves and the market is hot: How many chances does 

Efes have to keep both Vasilije Micic and Shane Larkin? How many changes Barcelona will make? 

What kind of players will Real Madrid target? Will Facu Campazzo return for the Blancos? 

And how different will next season's EuroLeague be with some new additions and a couple of returns? Alex Madrid, Antonis Stroggylakis, Bugra Uzar and Antigoni Zachari answer everything

Jun 03, 202239:11
EuroLeague Final Four: The Preview

EuroLeague Final Four: The Preview

It's that time of the year again with the 2022 EuroLeague Final Four approaching and we answer all burning questions: Which team has to deal with the biggest pressure? Why Ergin Ataman talks about the championship game already and not the semifinal? Why Barca's streak against Real Madrid doesn't matter? What are the strategies that will define the two games?

Will Nikola Mirotic finally get to the end of the road after many disappointing Final Four tournaments? Will the presence of thousands of Olympiacos fans in the arena have an impact? And why is this Final Four more special than any other for Kostas Sloukas?

Alex Madrid, Antonis Stroggylakis, Bugra Uzar and Antigoni Zachari discuss all.

May 17, 202255:28
EuroLeague Playoff Predictions by the EurohooPOD

EuroLeague Playoff Predictions by the EurohooPOD

It's playoffs time in EuroLeague and we break down the four quarterfinal battles. Can Maccabi Tel Aviv take advantage of Real Madrid's problems to pull off the upset? Will Milano stop the Micic/Larkin duo? Will it be a sweep by Barcelona against Bayern? Is stopping Mike James enough for Olympiacos to return to the Final Four or Monaco has some more surprises in store?

And what extra motivation does a certain MVP candidate carry into the series? Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari discuss all

Apr 18, 202252:52
Real - Barca Clasico, playoff hopefuls and why EuroLeague powerhouses suffer surprising losses in their domestic leagues

Real - Barca Clasico, playoff hopefuls and why EuroLeague powerhouses suffer surprising losses in their domestic leagues

It's Clasico time in EuroLeague and Antonis Stroggylakis with Antigoni Zachari break down the battle between Real Madrid and Barcelona. Who's going to win? What are the key matchups? Which players will define the game and why one particular team is on a constant "Revenge Mode."

ALSO: Monaco has been on a roll but how serious are its playoff chances? Can Bayern Munich make the postseason again? We also discuss why EuroLeague teams sometimes show a completely different picture in their domestic leagues.

Feb 08, 202238:13
EuroLeague back at full speed, Saras' approach on COVID, Mike James the Playmaker and more

EuroLeague back at full speed, Saras' approach on COVID, Mike James the Playmaker and more

Sarunas Jasikevicius' casual comments on the coronavirus, Mike James flirting with becoming a pass-first point guard, Maccabi alive after a historically bad losing streak, Milano defending like there's no tomorrow and CSKA facing an offense crisis. Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari discuss what defined the first full (and COVID-free) EuroLeague Round of 2022 on the EurohooPOD

Jan 24, 202242:31
EuroLeague Midseason Awards (MVP, Best Five, Coach of the Year) and the top moments from 2021

EuroLeague Midseason Awards (MVP, Best Five, Coach of the Year) and the top moments from 2021

We're halfway through the EuroLeague regular season and Antonis Stroggylakis with Antigoni Zachari pick the MVP, Best Five Players, Coach of the Year and Rising Star of 2021-22 so far. We also bid farewell to 2021 by looking back at the most memorable moments of the year: A Greek Freak leading his team to an NBA championship after 50 years, Slovenia singing Halleluka all the way to the Olympic Games and a certain Turkish team claiming its first-ever Euroleague title.

Dec 29, 202138:15
Out coronavirus, out" and a EuroLeague classic

Out coronavirus, out" and a EuroLeague classic

It's Game of the Eternal Rivals time and Antonis Stroggylakis with Antigoni Zachari break down the battle between Panathinaikos and Olympiacos. Will Olympiacos take "revenge" for the Greek League loss or will Panathinaikos make the 2-0? Who will be the game-changers? How different are the two teams right now? And how important is the mental aspect in the preparation?

Also: The coronavirus crisis is hitting some EuroLeague teams hard and we are discussing whether more games should be postponed.

Dec 23, 202132:10
Yogi Ferrell visits the EurohooPOD

Yogi Ferrell visits the EurohooPOD

After having one of the most stunning debut performances in EuroCup history, former NBA guard Yogi Ferrell sat down with Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari on Eurohoops' EurohooPOD podcast for a discussion on his beginning with Cedevita Olimpija and not only.

Ferrell talks about why he left Panathinaikos to join Cedevita in Slovenia and why his partnership with the Greek powerhouse ended so quickly. He also breaks down the most notable differences he has noticed between NBA and European basketball, recalls his days with the Dallas Mavericks, impressions of Dirk Nowitzki while revealing his goal to get back in the league and show that he belongs there.

(1:50) - (2:55) - Impressive EuroCup debut with Cedevita

(2:56) - (3:38) Getting a lot of minutes and a leading role right from the first game

(3:45) - (6:20) Experiencing the intense atmosphere of a European derby (Partizan - Cedevita), interacting with Partizan fans. Brad Stevens' presence in the game.

(6:21) - (7:01) His transition to European basketball

(7:02) - (7:55) The main differences between NBA basketball and European basketball that stick out for him

(7:56) - (9:11) Why things didn't work out for him at Panathinaikos

(9:12) - (10:12) His expectations coming to Panathinaikos and why he didn't play much

(10:13) - (10:39) If he ever came close to playing in Europe before

(10:41) - (11:30) Becoming an instant favorite among Dallas Mavericks fans and being named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team of 2017

(11:31) - (12:29) Whether he regrets his decision to back out of an agreement to continue with the Mavs in 2018. His goal for an NBA return

(12:30) - (13:41) Playing alongside Dirk Nowitzki - the lessons he learned from the German great

(13:42) His "Yogi" nickname

Dec 16, 202127:16
Barcelona - Real Madrid EuroLeague Clasico: Revenge Game(s) loading

Barcelona - Real Madrid EuroLeague Clasico: Revenge Game(s) loading

Who will win the EuroLeague Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid? Are we going to see a "Revenge Game" by any player from both sides?

Will Fenerbahce get a second straight win for the first time this season? Can Zalgiris Kaunas extend its winning streak at home against mighty CSKA Moscow? And what happened with Nemanja Nedovic's injury and his reactions on Twitter?

Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari discuss all in episode 8 of the EurohooPOD

Dec 09, 202126:08
Everything you wanted to know about the Turkish derby (but you were afraid to ask)

Everything you wanted to know about the Turkish derby (but you were afraid to ask)

The grand All-Turkish EuroLeague clash between Fenerbahce Beko and Anadolu Efes is upon us and Antonis Stroggylakis is joined by Bugra Uzar to break down the Istanbul derby:

Will Anadolu Efes confirm its superior form and get the road win in Ulker Arena? Can Fenerbahce bounce back from three straight defeats? Has Efes corrected its mistakes from the 68 - 90 loss to Fener in the Turkish League? Why is Fener underperforming? Will a Fener loss put Sasha Djordjevic on the hot seat?

Nov 25, 202126:51
Anne Panther takes us inside the mind of a referee on the EurohooPOD

Anne Panther takes us inside the mind of a referee on the EurohooPOD

EuroLeague referee Anne Panther visits Eurohoops' EurohooPOD for a discussion with Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari. A pioneer and trailblazer in the world of basketball refereeing, Anne Panther became the first female referee to officiate a EuroLeague game (2016) and a Final Four match (2019). Becoming prominent in her job in a male-dominant field is one of the many topics she talked about on our podcast.

(2:20) - (4:17) - How and why did she become interested in becoming a referee?

(4:18) - (5:50) - Keeping up with a game's tempo/Pregame preparation

(6:50) - (8:30 ) - Can a referee enjoy the game while officiating?

(8:50 -  (11:12) - Reviewing and evaluating her game/Analyzing her performance

(11:15) - (14:45) Does she check fan reactions to her games on social media? Do negative comments affect her?

(14:45) -  (18:07) Shutting down and blocking negative noise and harsh words directed to her during a game. Managing emotions.

(18:10) - (22:08) Handling complaints by coaches and players, especially superstars

(22:25) - (24:50) Officiating her first-ever Final Four game in 2019

(24:50) -  (25:34) The one game she would like to officiate again if she had the chance

(26:00) - (29:03) If she's bothered when she's addressed as "female referee"

(29:05) - (31:04) Favorite arena to officiate. Favorite type of fans.

(31:18) - (33:55) Coaching mentors

(33:59) - (36:42) Balancing her job in the health sector with basketball and refereeing during the pandemic

Nov 11, 202144:21
EurohooPOD Ep. 5: The new EuroLeague Power Rankings

EurohooPOD Ep. 5: The new EuroLeague Power Rankings

Elie Okobo's star is rising and so does ASVEL. Emmanuel Mudiay leaving a Zalgiris team that is changing everything. CSKA's struggles under injury problems and Efes' road to recovery.

And in the meantime, Olympiacos' defense getting even stronger with the addition of former NBAer Quincy Acy. Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari discuss all.

Nov 04, 202134:35
 EurohooPOD Ep. 4 with Fenerbahce legend Bobby Dixon

EurohooPOD Ep. 4 with Fenerbahce legend Bobby Dixon

Bobby Dixon, a.k.a. Ali Muhammed, is the special guest of Episode 4 of the EurohooPOD hosted by Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari. After a career of 15 years, Dixon recently retired from basketball at 38 but stayed with Fenerbahe Beko as Individual Development Coach and Infrastructure Ambassador. The former Euroleague champion talks about his new role with Fener, his decision to hang his shoes and looks back at some of the best moments of a fantastic career.

(00:00) - (9:50) Previewing the new EuroCup season: Favorites, underdogs, potential surprises and why the new format is better and fairer.

(12:51) - (15:44) Bobby Dixon's retirement decision: When and why he took it.

(15:45) - (17:18 ) How did Bobby Dixon take the position of Individual Development Coach and Infrastructure Ambassador. What does he role encompass.
(17:28) - (18:20 ) His "late bloomer" status: Becoming well-known in European basketball at 30.

(18:23) - (20:30) The 2015 Turkish championship with Pinar Karsiyaka that changed everything in his career

(20:45) - (21:43 ) His five most memorable moments with Fenerbahce

(21:44) - (22:05) Why he can't pick one favorite Fenerbahce teammate

(22:06) - (23:16) What he learned from Zeljko Obradovic

(23:17) - (23:55) His own life lessons that he wants to teach to other players

(23:57) - (25:06) If he considers himself an overachiever

(25:07) - (26:14) The stories and background behind the mottos and hashtags that have followed him: Heart Over Height, Uptown Mamba etc

(26:16) - (26:54) The most pissed off he felt after a game

(26:54) - (27:59)  The most annoyed he ever became with something a coach told him

Oct 21, 202132:31
EurohooPOD Ep. 3 with Euroball living legend Kyle Hines

EurohooPOD Ep. 3 with Euroball living legend Kyle Hines

Four-time EuroLeague champion, Final Four recordman, First Vice President of ELPA Kyle Hines visits the Eurohoops podcast for a discussion with Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari. Hines talks about Olimpia Milano, the steps that have to be made for the benefit of players in European basketball, undersized centers, Vassilis Spanoulis, and a lot more.

He also reveals that this season just might be the last of his career.

  • (11:53) – (13:07) Olimpia Milano’s start in EuroLeague
  • (13:08) – (15:00) how this Milano is better than last season’s team
  • (15:22) – (17:38) The drive after losing the Italian League last season and coming one shot away from the EuroLeague Final
  • (17:50) – (20:06) How Kyle Hines approaches what might be the last season in his career
  • (20:21) – (21:08) Potential future with Milano
  • (21:12) – (25:50) The skills that Kyle Hines has developed over the years as an undersized center and how he has enriched his game
  • (25:51) -  (28:10) The progress and work that the EuroLeague Players Association has made so far and Kyle Hines' vision for the organization’s future
  • (28:11) – 37:55 Necessary amenities that players should enjoy/Standards that should be implemented for the benefit and security of players in Europe
  • (38:00) – (41:42) What Kyle Hines keeps and remembers the most from playing with Vassilis Spanoulis
  • (41:45) – (42:48) How will Vassilis Spanoulis be as a coach
  • (42:55) - (45:36) Kyle Hines' upcoming podcasts
  • (45:37) – (48:40) Kyle Hines dream-guests for his podcasts
Oct 11, 202149:57
EurohooPOD Ep. 2: Exits and Entrances

EurohooPOD Ep. 2: Exits and Entrances

Pau Gasol hang up his shoes to end a majestic 22-year career and a new Basketball Champions League season tipped off this week. Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari discuss their most memorable moments of Pau Gasol on and off the court and they dive into five former NBAers that have landed in the BCL. Additionally, they explore the refurbished EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge with five must-have picks for Round 2.
Oct 06, 202135:06
EurohooPOD Ep. 1: The Battle Begins

EurohooPOD Ep. 1: The Battle Begins

A new EuroLeague season starts tonight and Eurohoops predicts the top teams and best players that will dominate the competition: Antonis Stroggylakis and Antigoni Zachari welcome Alex Madrid and John Rammas to talk about Eurohoops’ Power Rankings and Top 100 and their playoff favorites while breaking down the most important games of Round 1

Sep 30, 202145:38