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After falling into an early 10-point hole, the USA recovered to defeat Puerto Rico, 93-76, in Washington DC Thursday evening. Veteran Joe Johnson poured 18 points. Matt Ryan added 15 points connecting five of his side’s 13 three-pointers. The team coached by Jim Boylen improved to 2-1 in Group D of the 2023 FIBA World Cup Americas Qualifiers.
3 months ago – via EuroHoops.net

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Hotelier and businessman Ricky Newman and NBA star José Juan Barea have teamed up to build a $7 million multi-sport complex with lodging located at the former facilities of the Nuestra Señora de la Merced school in Hato Rey, they announced. The sports development complex called JUMP Sports Development Center is a multi-use facility consisting of indoor and outdoor spaces. The project that spans five acres of land, will provide “exceptional and high caliber sports training while endorsing sports tourism in Puerto Rico.”
3 months ago – via Michelle Kantrow-Vázquez @ News is My Business

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Kenneth Faried to Russia

Kenneth Faried has penned a deal with CSKA Moscow, his previous team, Leones de Ponce announced Friday evening. The Russian powerhouse confirmed his addition on Saturday morning. The newcomer inked a contract for the next two months with an option to extend for the remainder of the 2021-22 season. “I am excited to be a part of the NBA team of EuroLeague and such a big organization such as CSKA Moscow,” he said, “I am excited to be able to contribute with my presence to help achieve many mutual goals together and I am appreciative for the opportunity to play.”
8 months ago – via EuroHoops.net

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“We have our ears and eyes open on the market, we had two spots on the roster available,” pointed out Itoudis, “Faried is well-known for his aggressivity on the defensive end, on boards, etc. He is going to bring his energy and enthusiasm. Though he has accomplished a lot in his life he still has the eagerness and competitiveness in his soul. We have talked also extensively last year, he was on our radar but it did not happen then. We welcome Kenneth to our club, he knows the obligations. We are looking forward to this cooperation.”
8 months ago – via EuroHoops.net

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