URBONUS

Adjusting to Different Mike James, Explaining Kings’ Success & Calling Out Euro Fans

In this URBONUS episode, Donatas Urbonas is joined by two special guests - AS Monaco bigs Donatas Motiejunas and Chima Moneke. The trio delves into some hottest topics, including Mike James’ return, unpleasant experiences with fans, secrets behind the Sacramento Kings’ success, and the front-runners in the EuroLeague playoff race.

Topics:

• Ranking EuroLeague teams in the playoff race (00:00);
• Reacting to Mike James criticism (4:50);
• Worst fan experiences in Europe (10:09);
• Why NBA fans went after Donatas Motiejunas (16:15);
• How Donta Hall blew Motiejunas’ and Moneke’s minds (20:42);
• Explaining Kings’ success & NT plan for Domantas Sabonis (24:17).

Exum’s Future, Ataman’s Mind Games & Reaves Joining Germany

Join URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas as they discuss Ergin Ataman’s recent comments about Efes’ playoff hopes, the adjustments that Mike James needs to make following his suspension, whether Partizan should extend Dante Exum’s contract, and the possibility of Austin Reaves joining the German national team.

Topics:

• Why Larkin didn’t get the shot to save Efes (00:00);
• Why Augustas doesn’t support Ataman’s tricks (7:07);
• Why Rytis doesn’t like Efes & Milan’s playoff chances (11:56);
• Should Olympiacos be concerned about getting Partizan in the playoffs (18:37);
• Unrecognizable Olympiacos’ case for the 1st seed (22:45);
• Should Partizan extend Dante Exum (27:51);
• How Partizan turned their biggest issue into their strength (31:19);
• Is Monaco without Mike James a Final 4 material? (36:50);
• Why Mike James might return at the MVP level (43:47);
• The EuroLeague players that improved their stock the most (48:43);
• Shabazz Napier’s contract & future in Milan (51:43);
• Why Rytis didn’t understand coach Maksvytis (1:00:00);
• Why Will Clyburn was attacked on Twitter (1:02:03);
• Why we strongly disagree with Igor Rakocevic (1:07:07);
• Why you must follow Scariolo on Twitter (1:08:37);
• How far would German NT go in the World Cup with Austin Reaves (1:10:55).

Vezenkov’s NBA Stock, Larkin’s Anger & 7 NBA Players Returning to Europe

Join Donatas Urbonas and Rytis Vysniauskas from BasketNews as they dive into the latest basketball news. In this episode, they discuss Shane Larkin’s recent Twitter outburst, Sasha Vezenkov’s NBA stock, and seven European stars who may be returning from the NBA.

Topics:

• What helped to survive Tel Aviv’s cuisine (00:00);
• Did Vezenkov end the MVP conversation? (2:49);
• The underrated MVP candidates (10:23);
• How Vezenkov’s NBA stock has changed? (15:27);
• What makes Zalgiris playoff chase crazy (22:22);
• The worst playoff opponent for the 1st EuroLeague seed (24:39);
• Did Efes mistreat Shane Larkin? (29:47);
• Who’s to blame for Efes’ situation? (38:21);
• Perfect player by Edy Tavares that made the internet mad (44:09);
• Seven NBA stars that could return to Europe (47:47).

Saras’ Party, Do or Die Game for Ataman & Best NBA Team for Micic

Join Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas from BasketNews as they dive into the craziest events of the EuroLeague double-round week. They’ll be discussing everything from the partying Sarunas Jasikevicius story to ranking the EuroLeague playoff candidates. They’ll also take a closer look at the hilarious Mike James Twitter thread and help determine the best NBA team for Vasilije Micic.

Topics:

• The best possession of the season? (00:00);
• Sasha Vezenkov vs. Nikola Mirotic (9:30);
• What we think about Saras’ party story (19:45);
• Criticizing Efes (30:48);
• Are Efes at risk of missing the playoffs? (34:18);
• Rytis has mixed feelings about Maccabi (35:41);
• Was Wilbekin affected by Maccabi’s pre-game celebration? (43:26);
• Ranking most likely & least likely playoff teams (46:07);
• Do we believe in Milan’s miracle? (56:01);
• Projecting Zalgiris wins (1:03:15);
• Who has the most difficult and easiest EuroLeague schedule (1:11:15);
• Hilarious Mike James vs. Partizan thread on Twitter (1:12:09);
• Rytis hates Dillon Brooks too (1:17:40);
• The most underrated EuroLeague player (1:22:45);
• Best NBA team for Vasilije Micic (1:31:30).

Fenerbahce’s Title Odds, Disrespected Jokic & Next Team for Bogdanovic

BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas provide a detailed URBONUS podcast analysis of Facundo Campazzo and Nemanja Bjelica’s EuroLeague debut. They also discuss Americans’ disrespectful attitude towards European players and suggest potential new teams for the top EuroLeague free agents, including Bogdan Bogdanovic in the NBA.

Topics:

• Was Giannis Antetokounmpo stat padding?! (00:00);
• Terrible takes on Jokic & Wembanyama (5:08);
• Reaction to Campazzo’s return (8:58);
• Are we too harsh on Zvezda? (15:15);
• Reaction to Bjelica’s return (21:05);
• Crazy numbers behind a crazy shooting night for Fenerbahce (25:43);
• Where Dorsey & Bjelica put Fener in title contention (28:50);
• Why you can’t get too emotional in the EuroLeague (32:03);
• Potential playoff matchup for Fenerbahce (35:03);
• Finding future teams for the top EuroLeague players on expiring deals (38:18);
• Top teams that need Kevin Punter badly (39:26);
• Is Papagiannis a starter for the powerhouse? (42:45);
• The next destination for Luca Vildoza (45:48);
• Do you go after Chris Jones if Micic leaves for the NBA? (48:25);
• Teams that should go after Nikola Milutinov (1:00:23);
• The biggest snubs of Melo’s all-time USA vs. Rest of World fives (1:02:35);
• Who would win: the all-time USA or the Rest of World? (1:07:52);
• The best future NBA team for Bogdan Bogdanovic (1:09:38).

Dorsey Destinations, Shocking Argentina & PAO’s Rebuild

Join Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas from BasketNews as they bring you the latest episode of the URBONUS podcast. In this episode, the team dives into the latest updates regarding EuroLeague signings and assesses the potential landing spots for Tyler Dorsey. Additionally, they take a closer look at Facundo Campazzo’s chances of leading Red Star to the playoffs, and also express their shock over Argentina’s failure to qualify for the FIBA World Cup 2023.

Topics:

• Why we feel bad for Damian Lillard (00:00);
• Crazy facts behind David Robinson’s 71-point game (8:35);
• Meeting the projected No. 1 NBA draft pick (13:28);
• Tyler Dorsey landing destinations (19:53);
• Much-needed signing for Partizan (22:05);
• The most active teams before the EuroLeague signing deadline (27:14);
• Leandro Bolmaro NBA future (29:06);
• Signing that would add more excitement for the playoff race (34:01);
• Is Facundo Campazzo going to save Red Star? (35:52);
• Shocking Argentina’s failure in the World Cup QF (43:53);
• Rytis promise if Serbia fails to win vs. Great Britain (45:45);
• Do we have issues with the World Cup qualification system? (48:57);
• How Panathinaikos should rebuild (56:20);
• Sarunas Jasikevicius future in Barcelona (1:03:07).

Luka’s Case For LeBron’s Record & Hack-A-Calathes

BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas and Augustas Suliauskas answer BN+ members and public questions, including NBA trade reactions, EuroLeague Top 8 predictions and the best European fit for Dwight Howard.

Topics:

• Hack-a-Calathes idea (00:00);
• Unique Q&A & new BN show (6:05);
• How Kyrie & Durant trades change NBA title odds (8:22);
• How trades change Lakers playoff chances (19:14);
• LeBron’s record reaction (21:19);
• The problem with LeBron’s GOAT case (22:28);
• Can Luka break untouchable LeBron’s record? (30:01);
• Best and worst playoff matchups for Efes (33:19);
• Final Four accommodation tips (35:27);
• Zalgiris GM story that’s worth a documentary (37:04);
• Reaction to Lorenzo Brown & Maccabi extension (40:57);
• The hidden figures of EuroLeague (44:20);
• EuroCup future (48:27);
• The biggest rivalry in EuroLeague history (53:36);
• The best EuroLeague fit for Dwight Howard (57:55);
• Bold EuroLeague Top 8 predictions (1:00:02);
• Top 3 EuroLeague players for Lithuania NT (1:05:45);
• The difference between Red Star ban & recent Partizan case (1:07:55);
• Should EuroLeague reconsider ALBA position (1:10:25);
• Top EuroLeague hustle players (1:14:17);
• Virtus playoff chances (1:15:45);
• BasketNews prehistory & one change in EuroLeague (1:18:50).

Bacon’s Middle Finger, Olympiacos Title Odds and Kyrie & Luka Fit

Panathinaikos legend James Gist joins URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas & Errick McCollum to react to Kyrie Irving’s trade and discuss the blackout moments of Dwayne Bacon, Mike James, and Wade Baldwin. Also, they give their playoff predictions and name starters for the EuroLeague All-Star game.

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Topics:

• Prayers to earthquake victims (00:00);
• Why Errick feels sorry for Kyrie & Luka teammates (3:42);
• Next step for Luka Doncic (6:45);
• Crazy James Gist trade (13:20);
• Why EuroLeague needs trades (18:05);
• Gist on Panathinaikos problem (23:28);
• How teams should handle aggressive fans (26:32);
• Understanding Mike James & Wade Baldwin blackout (34:23);
• Is Maccabi a playoff team? (42:22);
• Top 8 locks & teams in the playoff race (48:46);
• Olympiacos to win the EuroLeague? (57:50);
• EuroLeague Team Europe vs. Rest of World (1:06:30);
• What does Lessort drink before games? (1:25:03);
• Should EuroLeague go for the All-Star game (1:29:50).

Partizan & Zvezda for Top 8, Mike James in Latvia & Worst Shooting Forms

Join BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas as they break down the Belgrade derby, El Clasico & the closest thing to an NBA game. The URBONUS team shares their thoughts on naturalization options for Serbia, Greece & Lithuania and looks back at some of the worst shooting techniques in the NBA.

Topics:

• Must-watch basketball video you’ve never heard of (00:00);
• X-factors behind Partizan W vs. Zvezda (4:35);
• A career-low stat for Zeljko (13:44);
• Best of Zvezda fans (17:43);
• Who will make the playoffs: Partizan or Zvezda? (22:08);
• Start, bench, cut: EuroLeague 35+ (26:14);
• Illogical Llull & underrated Madrid’s star (29:08);
• What’s wrong with Barca? (33:48);
• The next Sergio Llull (40:48);
• Ranking the most improbable events behind Baskonia W over Efes (44:05);
• Pierria Henry case (52:37);
• Naturalization ideas for Greece, Serbia & Lithuania (54:05);
• How Mike James could have played for Latvia NT (58:08);
• Jeremy Sochan & the worst NBA shooting forms (1:05:39).

Why Players Love Bartzokas & All-Time American Starting 5

Malcolm Delaney joins Donatas Urbonas and Errick McCollum on the URBONUS podcast to discuss the impact of Shabazz Napier’s addition to Panathinaikos, the biggest surprises in the EuroLeague so far, the top American players in EuroLeague history, and the rare leadership of coach Georgios Bartzokas.

Topics:

• Life at 35 (00:00);
• Delaney to Zalgiris conversation (2:42);
• Delaney in talks with one club (6:29);
• Delaney’s thoughts on helping Partizan (7:46);
• Is Shabazz Napier the Savior of Panathinaikos? (13:30);
• Challenging Ettore Messina in Milan’s locker room (21:37);
• The biggest surprises of the EuroLeague season (31:30);
• Would Markus Howard be successful in Fenerbahce? (41:51);
• First impressions of Efes’ Big 3 (51:31);
• All-time EuroLeague American Starting 5 (1:03:21);
• Quick ideas to fix the NBA (1:27:49);
• The EuroLeague’s problem & amazing Bartzokas story (1:36:30).