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Reinforcement for Jokic? Denver Preparing a Major Trade

While Peyton Watson's future is being resolved, the Nuggets are actively working on bringing in DeMar DeRozan, NBA insider Shams Charania reveals.

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Wembanyama Takes Over as France's Captain

The San Antonio Spurs star will lead the national team for the first time in August, with coach Freddy Fauthoux making a bold choice over the more experienced Gobert and Fournier.

K.O. · 19. 08. 2026. 0 99

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Almina's Girls Dance to Stay in the Elite

Croatian cadettes convincingly defeated Bulgaria 96:60 and secured their place in the A Division of the EuroBasket. Players from Dubrovnik's Ragusa, led by Nika Koprivica, shone.

K.O. · 19. 08. 2026. 0 88

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Split Begins Preparations: Rančić Announces Reinforcements

Split's basketball players held their introductory meeting and first training session at Gripe. Coach Damir Rančić stated that the team's core is in place, but the roster will receive additional reinforcements.

K.O. · 19. 08. 2026. 0 94

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KK Zadar Bolsters Youth Program with Two Young National Team Players

KK Zadar's youth program has been strengthened with two talented forwards, Emanuel Butković from Pula and Jure Bijelić from Dubrovnik, who have represented Croatia at youth levels.

K.O. · 19. 08. 2026. 0 72

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Jeanie Buss Threatens Lawsuit Over Siblings' Statement on Lakers Sale

Family drama over the sale of the LA Lakers escalates: Jeanie Buss vetoes the sale of the remaining 17.8 percent stake, while her siblings claim they sold the shares to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner.

K.O. · 18. 08. 2026. 0 91

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Mijatović Calls Up 15 Players: The Road to Qatar Begins in Opatija

The head coach assembles the strongest squad for clashes against Latvia and the Netherlands, with a preparatory tournament in Hamburg as a key test.

K.O. · 12. 08. 2026. 0 78

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Lutz on Summer Work, NBA Players, and the Journey from Cibona to South Korea

Croatian national team assistant coach Danijel Lutz discusses individual work with Croatia's top players, team chemistry, and his own coaching journey.

K.O. · 13. 08. 2026. 0 90

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Westbrook Retires, Jokić Threatens to Break His Record

After 18 seasons and 209 triple-doubles, Russell Westbrook is retiring. He leaves behind a story of friendship, loss, and a promise, but also Nikola Jokić, who has told him he will surpass him on the all-time list.

K.O. · 13. 08. 2026. 0 78

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Latvia Arrives in Zadar Without Half the Team

Five key players have pulled out of the match against Croatia, and sporting director Bertans doesn't hide his disappointment: 'The reasons aren't always fully clear to me.'

K.O. · 12. 08. 2026. 0 104

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Ronaldinho Dribbling into Basketball? Legend Wants to Save Monaco

The former Brazilian football virtuoso and his investment fund are reportedly interested in taking over the club from the Principality, which is drowning in debt and has been expelled from all professional competitions.

K.O. · 12. 08. 2026. 0 59

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Rimac Launches Rijeka Revolution: Kvarner Becomes a Talent Nursery

New coach Slaven Rimac has gathered the team at the Zamet hall with a clear goal, building a long-term project based on young players from the Academy. The first preseason game is scheduled for August 22 against Zabok.

K.O. · 12. 08. 2026. 0 60

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Mijatović Makes One Change to the Squad

The head coach of the Croatian national basketball team has announced the final expanded roster of 15 players for the crucial qualifiers against Latvia and the Netherlands at the end of August. All the biggest stars are on the list.

K.O. · 11. 08. 2026. 0 89

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LeBron James to Debut for 76ers Against Champion Knicks

The NBA released a sneak peek at the 2026-27 season schedule on Tuesday, with LeBron James' first game in a Philadelphia 76ers jersey set for October 20 at Madison Square Garden against the reigning champion New York Knicks.

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Panathinaikos owner reveals how Denver rejected his offer for Jokić

Panathinaikos owner Dimitrios Giannakopoulos shocked the basketball world by revealing he sent an official offer to the Denver Nuggets to buy out Nikola Jokić's contract. Although rejected within seconds, he announces a new attempt next year.

K.O. · 11. 08. 2026. 0 77

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Cibona Launches Season on Three Fronts

Under Ivan Rudež, the senior team has begun preparations in new Adidas gear. The second week features a camp on Lošinj, and sporting director Marin Rožić says he is pleased with the assembled squad.

K.O. · 11. 08. 2026. 0 62

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Croatia U-16 Team Crushes Ukraine to Secure Euro Championship Quarterfinal Spot

Under the guidance of head coach Roko Ukić, the Croatian cadet team continued their convincing run at the FIBA U-16 European Championship Division B, securing a quarterfinal berth before their final group game against Iceland.

K.O. · 10. 08. 2026. 0 55

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Tribunj Basketball Festival Produces Gnjidić and Tišma

The three-day free 3BF festival kicks off Wednesday at the Rupa court, featuring exhibition games, a 3x3 tournament, Boris Gnjidić's pub quiz, and a reunion of KK Gajeta legends.

K.O. · 10. 08. 2026. 0 61

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Croatia Faces a Basketball Hellish August

After preparations in Opatija, Tomislav Mijatović's squad heads to a tournament in Hamburg, followed by crucial qualifying clashes against Latvia in Zadar and the Netherlands away.

K.O. · 09. 08. 2026. 0 80

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Nikola Jokić Spends Summer at a Public Pool

Widely regarded as the best basketball player today, he was spotted with his family at the municipal pool in his hometown of Sombor, reaffirming his well-known humility.

K.O. · 09. 08. 2026. 0 68

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Zagreb Basketball Club Changes Name: Cedevita Junior Becomes Virtus Zagreb

The Zagreb basketball club will compete under the new name KK Virtus Zagreb starting from the 2026/2027 season, opening a new chapter while maintaining its focus on youth development.

K.O. · 09. 08. 2026. 0 82

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Croatian Cadets Rout North Macedonia by 55 Points at European Championship

Another stellar performance at the EuroBasket B Division: Croatia's U-16 team defeats North Macedonia 112:57 and remains undefeated.

K.O. · 08. 08. 2026. 0 59

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Mijatović Announces Squad: Matković, Nakić, and Drežnjak Return

The Croatian national basketball team heads into the final stretch of World Cup 2027 qualifiers, with the head coach calling on fans to fill Krešin dom.

K.O. · 08. 08. 2026. 0 91

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Coroner Confirms: NBA Star Brandon Clarke Died from Heroin and Cocaine

The death of the 29-year-old Memphis Grizzlies forward on May 11, 2026, has been officially ruled an accident, the Los Angeles County coroner's office announced.

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Young hope of Šibenka leads the return to the Premier League

After a historic relegation from the Premier League, the club from Baldekin turns to young talents like 17-year-old Gabrijel Menđušić.

K.O. · 08. 08. 2026. 0 52

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Croatia to Field Strongest Squad in Pursuit of 2027 World Cup

Head Coach Tomislav Mijatović Calls Up 15 Players for Crucial Qualifiers Against Latvia and the Netherlands, Announces Preparations in Opatija and Hamburg

K.O. · 07. 08. 2026. 0 77

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Mijatović Announces Squad for Qualifiers

Head coach Tomislav Mijatović has selected 15 players for the continuation of the 2027 World Cup qualifiers, with preparations set to begin on August 13 in Opatija.

K.O. · 07. 08. 2026. 0 107

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Christmas before Latvia: Zadar is the right place to return to the world stage

Croatian basketball player Luka Božić, one of the top performers in the ACB League, speaks exclusively to Sportklub about the crucial match against Latvia, his return to Zadar, rumors, and his determination to always follow his own path.

K.O. · 07. 08. 2026. 0 50

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Barcelona confirms arrival of Croatian expert: 'It's a dream come true to lead a EuroLeague club together'

Jurica Žuža from Zadar joins Aleksandar Sekulić's coaching staff at the Catalan giants.

K.O. · 07. 08. 2026. 0 57

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Croatian Cadets Dominate at European Championship: +128 in Two Games, Šarin 'Ignites' Cyprus with 10 Three-Pointers

Roko Ukić's squad opened the European Championship Division B in Gevgelija in spectacular fashion. After Switzerland, Cyprus was also dismantled, with Vito Šarin in particularly fine form.

K.O. · 07. 08. 2026. 0 63

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Rijeka Coach Wins U-20 European Gold with Slovenia

Teddy Delač, coach of Crikvenica and assistant coach of the Slovenian U-20 national team, reveals the keys to Slovenian youth basketball success in an interview with Novi list and highlights differences in approach compared to Croatia.

K.O. · 07. 08. 2026. 0 76

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After 12 Years, He Returns to Zadar

Toni Prostran, the new head coach of KK Zadar's cadet team, alongside Ive Ivanov, takes over the generation with a clear vision for development, emphasizing physical fitness and systematic work.

K.O. · 07. 08. 2026. 0 88

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Zadar Hosts Crucial World Cup Qualifier: Mijatović at Višnjik

The Croatian national basketball team welcomes Latvia on August 27 at the Krešimir Ćosić Arena. With the support of Ivica Zubac, Karlo Matković, and Mario Hezonja, Tomislav Mijatović's squad aims to take a major step toward their first World Cup appearance in 13 years.

K.O. · 06. 08. 2026. 0 108

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Cibona Signs EuroCup Winner: Tre Mitchell Arrives in Zagreb

Vincent Trevon Mitchell, a 25-year-old power forward standing 206 centimeters tall, has signed with the Zagreb club following a season with France's JL Bourg-en-Bresse, where he won a European trophy.

K.O. · 06. 08. 2026. 0 77

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Hezonja emotionally leaves Real Madrid and returns to the NBA

The Croatian basketball player bid farewell to 'his home' with a letter and thanked the club for enabling his return to the US, where he will play for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

K.O. · 06. 08. 2026. 0 52

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Tre Mitchell completes a powerful squad

The fourth American in the Croatian champions' roster arrives from France's Bourg, alongside some familiar domestic internationals who have returned to the Vukovi.

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