EuroLeague & Friends is back with a full-court episode from Istanbul, Belgrade, Athens and Milan. Deniz Aksoy is joined by Aleksandra Radivojevic, Vasiliki Karamouza and Giulia Cicchine to talk Nigerian stars in Belgrade, Panathinaikos’s new-look frontcourt, Paris’s wild comebacks, clutch game-winners and the upcoming Serbian derby. If you love EuroLeague hoops, fantasy storylines and behind-the-scenes vibes, this one’s packed.

What a start to the season! Zalgiris Kaunas guard Sylvain Francisco joins Olivia Harlan Dekker on the first episode of EuroLeague & Friends: MVP Talk after being named the EuroLeague October MVP. From leading Zalgiris to a 6–2 record to posting a 23-point, 10-assist double-double against Virtus Bologna, Francisco has become the heartbeat of the Lithuanian side.

EuroLeague & Friends is BACK for Season 2! Live from Barcelona, Deniz, Giulia, Vasiliki, and Aleksandra return to talk everything EuroLeague — from heated MVP debates to bold coach quotes and even LeBron James weighing in on our game.

Join Vassiliki Karamuza and Denise Aksoy as they welcome Fenerbahçe's rising star Tarik Biberovic ahead of the EuroLeague Final Four in Abu Dhabi. Tarik opens up about his seven years in Istanbul, his improved performance under Coach Saras, and why he feels Turkey has become his true home. The conversation turns unexpectedly with stories about surprising his girlfriend with a horse and playful banter with teammate Wade Baldwin, who crashes the interview. Biberovic discusses Fenerbahçe's chances against defending champions Panathinaikos and reveals he believes he's only at "60% of his potential" despite his career-best performances in the playoffs.

In this special Final Four edition of EuroLeague & Friends, Monaco’s floor general Mike James joins the crew just days before the biggest weekend of the season. From his mindset heading into Abu Dhabi, to playing under the legendary Vassilis Spanoulis, Mike opens up on everything: pressure, preparation, KD rumors, and the hunger to finally lift the EuroLeague trophy.  He reflects on his journey, Monaco’s evolution, his chemistry with teammates, and how he handles the weight of expectations—on and off the court. You’ll hear exclusive insight into his matchup against Olympiacos, how he views defenders like Thomas Walkup, and why he’s sticking to his mantra: “Don’t settle.”

Sasha Vezenkov joins the EuroLeague & Friends Podcast after being named the first-ever EuroLeague Playoffs MVP — and his reaction is priceless. But more than the award, Vezenkov is fully focused on the Final Four showdown in Abu Dhabi. In this Final Four special, Sasha breaks down: Beating Real Madrid 3–1 in the playoffs , why “38 games mean nothing now”. Plus, facing Monaco for the third straight year, what it will take for Olympiacos to win the title, thoughts on a potential Greek Final vs Panathinaikos and Sasha receives a surprise MVP gift LIVE on the show 👀

In this special episode of EuroLeague & Friends, we welcome Kendrick Nunn, the newly crowned 2024–2025 EuroLeague MVP, just before the playoffs tip off. Kendrick opens up about his incredible season, the emotional journey behind his MVP win, and what it means to lead Panathinaikos into the postseason. From his days in Chicago to becoming the face of EuroLeague basketball, Nunn reflects on choosing greatness, committing long-term in Europe, and embracing the competitive fire that drives him. Get his thoughts on: Life-changing contract extension with PAO, Behind-the-scenes playoff mindset, His impact as a role model for American players, Why EuroLeague is more than just basketball Tune in now for the most electrifying episode yet!

  This week, we’re bringing the heat with an exclusive sit-down featuring Nick Calathes, one of the smartest floor generals in EuroLeague history. In this jam-packed episode: Nick opens up about his injury recovery and Monaco’s playoff push, we break down Kendrick Nunn’s jaw-dropping 37-point performance, predictions for EuroLeague Awards, All-Teams, and Final Four, The hilarious origin of the “Bald Eagle” nickname & Exclusive insights on Paris Basketball, rising stars & EuroCup Finals

Welcome to EuroLeague & Friends, your go-to podcast for everything on and off the court! This week, we react to Nigel Hayes-Davis’ viral buzzer-beater, his unmatched personality, and how he’s stealing headlines across the globe. We also break down the MVP race — TJ Shorts, Kendrick Nunn, Carson Edwards, Sasha Vezenkov — and why lefties might secretly rule the EuroLeague. From Spanoulis’ emotional return to Monaco’s hot streak, to Real Madrid and FS charging toward playoffs, this episode covers it ALL — with humor, heart, and behind-the-scenes insights you won’t find anywhere else.

This episode of EuroLeague & Friends 🎙️ brings together four vibrant basketball lovers from Tel Aviv, Athens, Belgrade, and Istanbul. They break down the EuroLeague's hottest moments — from the All-EuroLeague 25 team selections and MVP debates to the significance of springtime matchups and the cultural energy of basketball crowds. The girls cover big names like Manu Ginobili, Rudy Fernández, Shane Larkin, Mike James, and many more, with personal insights, fun banter, and a coach-like focus on strategy and leadership.