URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas put up the FIBA World Cup 2023 power rankings, listing the main title contenders and leaving out some traditional national team powerhouses. Courtside 1891 is FIBA’s premium streaming partner for the World Cup and will allow you to watch action from the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023, selected World Cup warm-up games, and the FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournaments. Stream the games live and on-demand, as well as extended high...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 124
Mike James and Errick McCollum joined the URBONUS podcast to talk about Mike’s future, rumors involving Olympiacos, the recruitment of Nikola Mirotic, and other exciting events from the offseason. Topics: Mike James comments on rumors & his future (0:00); Did Kemba Walker’s signing force Mike to look elsewhere (4:55); How Mike almost convinced Mirotic to sign in Monaco (15:35); Is Mike James going to do James Harden’s rant (25:22); Did Olympiacos rumors damage Mike James’ chances to leave Mo...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 123
Zach LeDay and Errick McCollum joined the URBONUS podcast to discuss the upcoming Partizan’s roster moves, Mathias Lessort’s success story, Nikola Mirotic’s offseason saga, the EuroLeague refereeing scandal, Ricky Rubio’s career decision, and the European basketball GOAT. Topics: Best & worst of a new generation (0:00); Why LeDay stayed in Partizan (5:30); Did Zach have Zvezda offer (9:17); Nick Calathes or Mike James for Partizan (16:13); Best replacement for irreplaceable Lessort (24:04); ...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 122
URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas discuss Slovenia & Greek teams’ chances in the FIBA World Cup 2023 and their most anticipated things to watch. They also discuss the recent rumors about Svi Mykhailiuk, John Wall & Kendrick Nunn. Topics: Larentzakis already annoying Luka (0:00); Are referees supporting Luka Doncic? (2:03); Greece or Olympiacos? (5:00); Can Luka Doncic take Slovenia to the podium? (8:46); Mike Tobey or Jordan Morgan (14:54); The main is...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 121
Join the URBONUS podcast as Thomas Walkup and Errick McCollum share their reactions to Nikola Mirotic's saga. They also delve into Kemba Walker's potential in the EuroLeague, evaluate Olympiacos' actions following Kostas Sloukas' departure to Panathinaikos, and express their thoughts on naturalized players in national teams. Topics: Who wins: offense or defense? (0:00); Reaction to Nikola Mirotic's saga (3:57); The unsafest situations for Walkup & McCollum (12:11); The next Nikola Mirotic's ...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 120
Shane Larkin and Errick McCollum join the URBONUS podcast to share their views on the pros and cons of Kostas Sloukas’ decision to leave Olympiacos for Panathinaikos, Nikola Mirotic’s impact on Partizan’s title chances, the upcoming changes in Anadolu Efes, and the most underrated offseason signings. Topics: Shane’s feelings about the crazy EuroLeague offseason (00:00); What will be different in new look Efes (4:18); The main difference between Can and Ataman (8:18); Shane’s NBA advice to Vasili...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 119
Kevin Punter and Errick McCollum join the URBONUS podcast to share their views about Sasha Vezenkov’s and Vasilije Micic’s potential in the NBA and their best replacements in Europe. Topics: Punter’s reasons for staying in Partizan (0:00); Zeljko Obradovic’s role in negotiations (2:39); Partizan fans pressure during Punter’s negotiations (6:18); Punter’s impact on new Partizan signings (12:41); Dante Exum’s chances in Dallas Mavericks (19:10); The EuroLeague star with the most potential to succe...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 118
BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas and Errick McCollum dive into the latest breaking news in Barcelona, and discuss the best teams for the five hottest EuroLeague free agents. Check out KICKZ for the very best basketball gear in the game & use our special promo code BASKETNEWS10 for 10% off: https://basketne.ws/KICKZ Topics: The first reaction to breaking news in Barcelona (0:00); Was Saras’ tenure in Barcelona a failure (5:13); More Barcelona’s departures and first look at Roger Grimau (13:34); Sa...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 117
BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas provide their analysis of Crvena Zvezda’s comeback in the ABA league finals against Partizan, give their insights on Nikola Mirotic drama in Barcelona and share their expectations from the newly elected EuroLeague CEO Paulius Motiejunas. Check out KICKZ for the very best basketball gear in the game & use our special promo code BASKETNEWS10 for 10% off: https://basketne.ws/KICKZ Topics: Who could step in to solve fans’ problem in Europe (0:0...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 116
BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas & Augustas Suliauskas discuss the scuffle in Milan involving local fans, Milos Teodosic and Daniel Hackett in Milan. They also dive into the main reasong behind Panathinaikos victory over Olympiacos in Game 3 of the Greek league finals. Plus, they explore potential roster additions for Fenerbahce and Milan. Check out KICKZ for the very best basketball gear in the game & use our special promo code BASKETNEWS10 for 10% off: https://basketne.ws/KICKZ Topics: (Un)...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 115
URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas review the Greek finals drama between Panathinaikos and Olympiacos & explain what makes Fenerbahce vs. Efes semifinals battle so exciting. They also address some top rumors in the European market and discuss how vulnerable this new Team USA will be in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Check out KICKZ for the very best basketball gear in the game & use our special promo code BASKETNEWS10 for 10% off: https://basketne.ws/KICKZ Topics: Father & so...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 114
URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas react to Sergio Llull’s epic game-winning shot, analyze Real Madrid’s standouts, discuss Olympiacos’ future, touch on coaching market rumors & deliver a special message to our listeners. Check out https://KICKZ.com for the very best basketball gear in the game & use our special promo code BASKETNEWS10 for 10% off! Topics: Vezenkov’s nightmare (00:00); The craziest facts behind Llull’s game-winner (4:22); Unsung Madrid’...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 113
On the new URBONUS episode from Kaunas, Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas discuss the main reasons behind Olympiacos and Real victories over Monaco and Barcelona. They also discuss Sarunas Jasikevicius future in Barcelona and share their Final Four impressions. Check out https://KICKZ.com for the very best basketball gear in the game & use our special promo code BASKETNEWS10 for 10% off! Topics: Impressions from the Final Four in Kaunas (00:00); Facts & reasons behind historical Ol...
May 20, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 112
Will Clyburn and Errick McCollum reveal their EuroLeague Final Four predictions and discuss the shocking All-EuroLeague Teams selections on the new URBONUS episode. Topics: Hilarious Shane Larkin reaction to All-EuroLeague Teams (00:00); Ideal All-EuroLeague Team (5:08); How All-EuroLeague Teams should be selected (9:24); The next best small forward after Will Clyburn (11:37); Final 4 winning formula (16:00); Predicting Olympiacos loss in the Final 4 (19:57); Playoff series vs. Final 4? (31:37);...
May 16, 2023•58 min•Ep. 111
Augustas Šuliauskas and Rytis Vyšniauskas react to all the Game 5 action in Euroleague. Guys analyze how Sloukas led his team to the Final Four, how Monaco overcame Maccabi, insane Wade Baldwin and Mike James performances and Real Madrid making history. Topics: Intro (0:00); What happened in Madrid (04:46); Quality basketball in Monaco (18:55); Olympiacos vs Fenerbahce battle (36:47); Kaunas waiting for basketball fans (48:58).
May 11, 2023•53 min•Ep. 110
Join Karsiyaka and Galatasaray stars Errick McCollum and Dylan Ennis on the URBONUS podcast for EuroLeague playoff game 5 predictions, analysis of Kevin Punter’s impact, and whether Olympiacos might get eliminated. Also, players revealed their most infamous stories of dirty tactics used by home teams in important games. Topics: EuroLeague on ESPN benefits (00:00); Most likely away team to win Game 5 (5:28); McCollum & Ennis’ solution to Madrid brawl (7:59); Crazy stats behind Punter’s absenc...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 109
Check out the newest URBONUS episode featuring Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas as they discuss Kostas Sloukas’ game-winning shot, Barcelona’s chances of winning the EuroLeague title, Zalgiris’ offseason goals, and their thoughts on the controversial EuroCup final. Topics: How Sloukas’ game-winner was made (00:00); Hilarious reactions around Sloukas’ game-winner (5:19); Unsung hero behind Sloukas & Vezenkov (9:48); How Fenerbahce complicated Olympiacos’ life (12:1...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 108
In the latest URBONUS episode, Augustas Suliauskas and Donatas Urbonas review the reasons behind Partizan loss to Real Madrid, how Monaco escaped with a win in Tel Aviv, and the FIBA World Cup 2023 draw losers. Topics: Weird decision at the end in Belgrade (00:00); Important playoff notes and broken myth (2:50); Chus Mateo response to Zeljko Obradovic (11:58); The best example of how much Partizan missed Kevin Punter (14:30); What’s more remarkable than crazy Edy Tavares numbers (19:07); The imp...
May 03, 2023•58 min•Ep. 107
Augustas Suliauskas & Donatas Urbonas from URBONUS react to the fight between Real Madrid and Partizan Belgrade. They address the concerning potential consequences of the incident and touch upon the main issues that overshadowed what could have been a great game in Monaco. Topics: The most serious reason why Rytis wasn’t on the pod (00:00); The initial reaction to the fight in Madrid (1:13); The potential punishments for Yabusele, Llull, Punter, and others (8:49); The biggest winners of Part...
Apr 28, 2023•45 min•Ep. 106
Join Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas as they give their hot takes on the EuroLeague playoffs on the new URBOUS episode. From Kevin Punter’s game-winner to Isaiah Canaan’s impressive shooting, these basketball enthusiasts break down all the highlights. Plus, hear their thoughts on Zalgiris’ unfortunate defeat in Barcelona and Maccabi’s statement win in Monaco. But that’s not all, as Rytis also shares his biggest shocker from the elimination game for the Bucks and Giann...
Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 105
Mindaugas Kuzminskas and Errick McCollum join the URBONUS podcast to share their EuroLeague playoff predictions and feelings about Thomas Walkup potentially joining the Greek national team, and Ergin Ataman flirting with Panathinaikos Athens. Topics: Errick’s reaction to random Kuzminskas’ songs (00:00); Mixed feelings about Thomas Walkup joining Greek NT (3:47); Bad feelings about Ataman flirting with Panathinaikos (14:29); Why Errick isn’t a fan of Ataman to Panathinaikos move (20:30); The onl...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 104
BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas dish out the hottest EuroLeague regular season awards, from the traditional picks to some out-of-the-box alternatives. They also reveal their All-EuroLeague Teams selections. Topics: Who won URBONUS preseason predictions (00:00); Unfair race for the MVP award (7:24); Best EuroLeague PG (14:27); 1st team selection that Partizan fans will love (17:52); Cinderella story of EuroLeague (19:45); Donatas & Augis debate on cheating (24:42); Crazy s...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 103
In this URBONUS episode, BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas analyze the controversial exit of Ergin Ataman vs. Fenerbahce and the changes Efes need to make moving forward. They also address rumors surrounding Panathinaikos, discuss how the EuroLeague playoff race predictions have changed, and pick who will win the EuroCup title. Topics: Intro (0:00); Judging Ataman’s exit vs. Fenerbahce (3:21); Why Efes didn’t deserve to win against Fener (10:00); Rytis and D...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 102
In this URBONUS episode, BasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas delve into the wild possible outcome of the EuroLeague playoff race. They touch on the possibility of Fenerbahce not making it to the Top 8, an awkward decision Olympiacos may have to make, and Mike James’ much-anticipated return. Additionally, the trio shares their thoughts on Sergio Scariolo and Gianmarco Pozzecco’s takes and react to Victor Wembanyama’s putback dunk. Topics: Why Rytis is relaxed w...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 101
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...
Mar 30, 2023•28 min•Ep. 100
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...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 99
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 (22:2...
Mar 21, 2023•58 min•Ep. 98
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...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 97
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...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 96
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...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 95
