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  JL Bourg Crowned 2026 EuroCup Champions as Moulare Secures First Major Title

  April 28, 2026 will go down as a historic night for JL Bourg-en-Bresse, who captured their first-ever European trophy by winning the EuroCup. The French side edged Beşiktaş in a dramatic final, sealing the title with a 73–71 win in the second leg after a commanding 72–60 victory in the first. The decisive moment came in the closing seconds, when Adam Mokoka delivered a clutch basket with just 1.1 seconds remaining,…
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  The NBA and FIBA are set to approach European clubs regarding a new basketball league project.

  The NBA and FIBA are moving forward with their ambitious plan to create a new professional basketball league in Europe, reaching out to clubs across the continent. The proposed competition is expected to feature between 14 and 16 teams, combining permanent franchises with clubs qualifying through domestic and international performances. The league is targeting a potential launch around 2027 and is designed to…
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  Dakar 2026 YOG: 3x3 basketball teams officially confirmed

  FIBA has announced the lineup of teams set to compete in the 3x3 basketball tournament at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar in 2026. This historic edition — the first Youth Olympic Games held in Africa — will feature top young talent from across the globe, qualified through continental competitions and FIBA rankings. Among the confirmed nations: 🇸🇳 Senegal (host nation) 🇺🇸 United States 🇫🇷 France 🇪🇸…
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  France will host the Men's Basketball World Cup in 2031

  The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has announced that France will host the Men's FIBA ​​World Cup in 2031, with games scheduled in the cities of Lyon, Lille, and Paris. Meanwhile, Japan will host the Women's FIBA ​​World Cup in 2030 in Tokyo. This will be the first time France has hosted the tournament, while the next women's event will be held in Berlin in September.
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  French Basketball Star Wembanyama Wins 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award

  French basketball player Victor Wembanyama has been awarded the title of NBA Defensive Player of the Year. This distinction highlights his exceptional performances on the court, thereby contributing to his team's success. Wembanyama continues to make waves in the basketball world, capturing the attention of fans and experts alike. He becomes the youngest player in the NBA to win this trophy.
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  EuroCup 2026: Assemian Moulare and JL Bourg reach the final

  JL Bourg-en-Bresse has secured its place in the EuroCup 2026 final after a hard-fought 2-1 semifinal victory over Ankara. After losing the first game (99-71), Bourg bounced back to win 76-73 and 94-78. Ivorian international Assemian Moulare (23, 1.84m), averaging 10 points, 1.4 rebounds and 1.9 assists this season, is expected to play a key role in the final. JL Bourg will face Besiktas in a best-of-three series: *…