Tag Archives: euroleague

Given that teams work so hard to gain home court advantage in the playoffs, it is clearly something that is worth aiming for. However, you still need to put the effort in to reap the rewards of the home advantage and this is definitely the case with the Russian side in this series. A 100-80... Continue Reading »

16/04/2015 20:00 – Fenerbahce Ulker Istanbul vs Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv There has been no time to waste since the opening game in this series with Fenerbahce once again hosting the reigning Euroleague champions in their five game series. The opening game was won by the home side with a margin of 80-72, even though Maccabi were... Continue Reading »

16/04/2015 19:00 – CSKA Moscow vs Panathinaikos Athens The home side set about their task on Tuesday in the strongest possible manner and it was a record breaking night for the Moscow side in their opening game against Panathinaikos. They will be confident of making it 2-0 in the series and if they can show the kind... Continue Reading »

In the course of a season, basketball teams will turn to their star names to make a difference on the majority of occasions. There is a reason why certain teams have star players that stand out from the rest of the crowd. However, with the exception of a handful of players who are above and... Continue Reading »

When you have home court advantage in a playoff system, you know that at the very least, if you win your home games, you will make your through the matchup. This is what all teams know and face, and Barcelona managed to achieve their primary objective in grabbing a win in their opening home game.... Continue Reading »

You may think that facing the reigning champions in a playoff situation is a daunting task but it looks as though Fenerbahce had no fear about the challenge that was facing them. Maccabi haven’t been at their best this season but with the spirit of champions and a great deal of experience behind them, they... Continue Reading »

After working so hard during the regular season and Top 16, it would be understandable if some teams and players felt as though the playoffs were a massive achievement. They are, but there is no time to pat yourself on the back because the playoffs are demanding and with a five game series, if you... Continue Reading »

15/04/2015 20:00 – Real Madrid vs Anadolu Efes Istanbul The two teams have met twice already this season with home victories being the order of the day. Madrid cruised 90-70 in their home game while Efes enjoyed a buzzer beating 75-73 win in Istanbul. Madrid has a 14-6 lead in the series between the two teams and... Continue Reading »

15/04/2015 18:00 – FC Barcelona vs Olympiacos Piraeus This is a game between two sides who have a tremendous pedigree and form in the Euroleague. Barca have won 11 out of 12 home matches this season and they have also won 8 games in a row, so they are looking good in the Euroleague at the moment.... Continue Reading »

14/04/2015 19:00 – Fenerbahce Ulker Istanbul vs Maccabi Electra Tel Aviv This is the first time that Fenerbahce have been in the playoffs for 7 years and their reward for doing so is a clash with the reigning champions. The Turkish team has not had much luck against their opponents in the last 11 years. The two... Continue Reading »