European Hoops Podcast - Euroleague and FIBA

André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro break down a historic EuroBasket weekend on the European Hoops Podcast. We dive deep into Germany’s semifinal win over Finland, Turkey’s stunning domination of Greece, and preview both medal games:

The EuroBasket 2025 semifinals are here and they couldn’t be bigger. In the first clash, Finland’s fairytale run meets Germany’s juggernaut squad led by Franz Wagner and Dennis Schröder. Can Lauri Markkanen and the Susijengi keep the dream alive, or will the world champions roll on?

Then, it’s star power on full display: Alperen Sengun vs Giannis Antetokounmpo. Turkey enters unbeaten behind Sengun’s historic triple-double, while Giannis has been unstoppable, averaging nearly 30 points per game. With history, rivalry, and a ticket to the EuroBasket Final at stake, this matchup has everything.

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The EuroBasket 2025 quarterfinals are here, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. In this episode of the European Hoops Podcast, we break down all four massive matchups:

Can Sengun carry Turkey to a medal?

Will Lithuania’s size and grit be enough to slow Giannis and Greece?

Is this the moment Markkanen makes history for Finland, or will Georgia’s bruising frontline shut him down?

And finally, the showdown everyone’s waiting for: Luka Doncic trying to topple unbeaten Germany.

We dig into the tactics, key matchups, and storylines shaping...

In this episode of the European Hoops Podcast, hosts André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro break down all the action from the EuroBasket 2025 group stage. From Portugal’s historic qualification and Germany unstoppable group stage performance, to Lithuania’s exciting style of play and Bosnia’s rise, we highlight the biggest surprises and disappointments across Groups A–D.

We also dive into key storylines shaping the knockout rounds:

Can Serbia survive without Bogdanovic?

Is Turkey a real title contender?

Which teams were overrated or underrated in our power rankings?

How much will...

It's the ultimate EuroBasket 2025 preview! André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro deliver their final power rankings for all 24 teams before the tournament officially tips off. They dive into the top contenders, debating whether Serbia with Nikola Jokić, defending champs Germany, or a host-nation Latvia has the best chance to win it all.

The guys break down the next tier of teams, including a surging Italy, a new-look France, and a battle-tested Lithuania. They also share their thoughts on dark horses like Slovenia and Finland that could make a surprise run. The episode wraps up with their final predictions fo...

In the final part of their Group D preview, André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro break down the remaining teams for EuroBasket 2025. They discuss Belgium, a shorthanded squad that will rely on defense to cause problems, and a high-octane Israel team with NBA star Deni Avdija leading a dangerous offense. Finally, they dive into the biggest question surrounding Slovenia: how far can Luka Dončić carry a team with some clear weaknesses? To close out the show, the guys look at the Group D odds and give their top picks for the winner and the final qualifying spot.

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Join André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro as they kick off their EuroBasket 2025 Group D preview! They first analyze Poland, a host nation with a disastrous qualifying record that's now looking to turn things around with the addition of EuroLeague guard Jordan Loyd.

Next, they break down a new-look France. Even without stars like Rudy Gobert and Victor Wembanyama, their incredible depth and defensive identity make them a serious medal contender.

Finally, the guys discuss Iceland, a team with a proven trio and remarkable chemistry that can make them a tough out for anyone. Tune in f...

André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro are back focusing on Group C. They break down three of the tournament's most interesting teams: Georgia, a physically dominant team looking to use its size; Spain, a squad in transition with a new-look roster; and Italy, a fast-paced team that can either be a dark horse or a major upset waiting to happen. To wrap things up, the guys give their best betting picks for Group C, brought to you by FanDuel. Tune in for all the insights, analysis, and picks you need for the upcoming tournament!

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André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro dive into Group C of the EuroBasket 2025 tournament. They break down what to expect from three of the key teams, analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, and potential matchups.

First, they look at Greece, a team with a strong defensive foundation and the superstar power of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Can they finally put it all together and go deep into the tournament?

Next, the guys discuss the host team, Cyprus, who come in as heavy underdogs. With the home crowd behind them, will they be able to make some noise?

Finally, t...

Welcome back to the European Hoops Podcast! In this episode, André and Tiago are breaking down the rest of Group B for EuroBasket 2025. We dive into the surprising qualifying runs, key players, and tournament outlook for Great Britain, Montenegro, and Germany.

Will Germany’s NBA talent and elite depth make them a clear-cut favorite? How will Montenegro's new-look backcourt without Kendrick Perry impact their tournament? And can a cohesive Great Britain squad pull off a surprise upset? We'll get into all of it.

Plus, stick around for our Group B wagering preview, brought to you by...

In this episode of the European Hoops Podcast, hosts André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro dive deep into EuroBasket 2025 Group B, previewing three key teams:

Finland — The hosts bring Lauri Markkanen, ball movement, and home-court advantage, but can they fix their paint defense?

Lithuania — A classic contender led by Jonas Valančiūnas, physical play, and depth, but still searching for guard creation.

Sweden — Guard-heavy, well-drilled, and now boosted by Pelle Larsson and Bobi Klintman. Could they be Group B’s sleeper?

We break down each team’s strengths, weaknesses, matchups, and expectations...

Welcome back to the European Hoops Podcast! In this episode, André and Tiago are diving deep into the second half of Group A for EuroBasket 2025. Get ready for in-depth previews of Czechia, Estonia, and Turkey. We'll break down the strengths, weaknesses, and key players for each team, from the veteran presence of Tomáš Satoranský to the powerful play of Maik-Kalev Kotsar and the loaded talent of Türkiye with Alperen Şengün and Shane Larkin.

Will the Czechs' experience be enough? Can Estonia's cohesive play make them a dark horse? And will Türkiye's star power finally translat...

In this episode of the European Hoops Podcast, hosts André Lemos and Tiago Cordeiro kick off their EuroBasket 2025 preview series with Part 1 of Group A. They take a deep dive into Latvia, Portugal, and Serbia — exploring how each team qualified, their key strengths and weaknesses, and what fans can expect when the tournament tips off.

From Serbia’s star power, to Latvia’s sharp-shooting depth, to Portugal’s underdog fight, André and Tiago bring insights, context and a passion for European basketball that fans won’t want to miss. Whether you’re tracking your favorite national team or scouting th...

Tiago Cordeiro breaks down the campaigns of Barcelona, Panathinaikos, Olympiacos, Monaco & Fenerbahce — covering key performances, turning points and what’s next for each team.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down the campaigns of Red Star, Bayern, Paris Basket, Real Madrid & Efes — covering key performances, turning points and what’s next for each team.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down the campaigns of ASVEL, Baskonia, Zalgiris, Partizan & Milan — covering key performances, turning points, and what’s next for each team.

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European Hoops kicks off the 2024–25 EuroLeague season recap series! Tiago Cordeiro breaks down the campaigns of Alba Berlin, Virtus Bologna, and Maccabi Tel Aviv — covering key performances, turning points, and what’s next for each team.

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The offseason begins with a bang! Host Tiago Cordeiro returns to break down every key moment from the EuroLeague Final Four — from tactical triumphs to emotional turning points. Who rose to the occasion? Who fell short? And what does it all mean for Europe’s elite clubs heading into the summer? Tune in as we kick off EuropeanHoops’ offseason coverage with insight, analysis, and a whole lot of passion.

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Tiago Cordeiro previews the upcoming Final 4 of the Euroleague!

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down Game 5, where Monaco and Panathinaikos secured their spots in the EuroLeague Finals.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down all Euroleague playoff series heading into Games 5 and recaps the 2 series that already ended.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down all Euroleague playoff series heading into Games 3.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down Game 2 of the EuroLeague Playoffs first round, with a focus on the Fenerbahce vs. Paris Basketball series and the matchup between Panathinaikos and Efes.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down Game 1 of the EuroLeague Playoffs first round, with a focus on the Olympiacos vs. Real Madrid series and the matchup between Monaco vs. Barcelona.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down Game 1 of the EuroLeague Playoffs first round, with a focus on the Fenerbahce vs. Paris Basketball series and the matchup between Panathinaikos and Efes.

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Tiago Cordeiro breaks down the first round of the EuroLeague Play-In Tournament and previews the showdown between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.

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Tiago previews the first round of the EuroLeague Play-In Tournament and recaps the key matchups from Round 34.

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 34, recaps important games from Round 33, shares the can't-miss games you need to watch and his All-Euroleague teams for this season.

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 33, recaps important games from Round 32 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 32 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 31, recaps important games from Round 30 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 30, recaps important games from Round 29 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 29, recaps important games from Round 28 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 28, recaps important games from Round 27 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago Cordeiro and André Lemos analyze all 18 EuroLeague teams—how have they performed so far, and what can we expect for the rest of the season? They also preview Round 27, highlighting key matchups, players to watch, and the biggest games of the week.

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🎧 Tune in for expert EuroLeague analysis & insights!

Tiago previews key matchups for Round 26 and shares the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 25, recaps important games from Round 24 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 24, recaps important games from Round 23 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch as well as teams that rank 5th to 1st in our Euroleague Power Rankings.

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Tiago previews a key matchup for Round 23, recaps important games from Round 22 and share the can't-miss games you need to watch as well as the teams that rank 10th to 6th in our Euroleague Power Rankings.

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Tiago previews key matchups for Round 22 and shares the can't-miss games you need to watch!

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