URBONUS
168 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDonatas Urbonas hosts a basketball podcast, centered around Euroleague and European basketball events.
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Spicy Playoff Predictions & Series-Deciding X Factors
April 20, 2024 12:27 - 58 minutes - 81.2 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas share their EuroLeague playoff predictions and series-deciding X factors. Topics: Is Markus Howard dangerous for kids? (0:00); Rytis makes spicy Panathinaikos vs. Maccabi prediction (13:26); Augis goes against his logic with Olympiacos vs. Barcelona prediction (27:07); Donatas makes a surprising Monaco vs. Fenerbahce pick (36:39); Is Baskonia going to keep surprising everyone vs. Madrid? (50:02).
Play-In Shocker, Baldwin vs Nunn & All-EuroLeague Teams
April 17, 2024 10:50 - 1 hour - 107 MBURBONUS' Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas express their astonishment at the Play-In outcome, and also reveal their selections for the All-EuroLeague teams and individual awards. Topics: Shocker of the year? (0:00); Play-In final prediction (13:28); Who’s better: Wade Baldwin or Kendrick Nunn? (21:05); All-EuroLeague 1st Team (25:45); 2nd Team pick that changed Augis’ selection (38:50); The tricky part with Mike James’ MVP award (56:45); Fenerbahce’s mascot ...
Olympiacos’ Rise, Ataman For Coach Of The Year & Did Zvezda Lose On Purpose?
April 13, 2024 11:26 - 1 hour - 95.6 MBJoin URBONUS hosts Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Gytis Blazevicius as they discuss the latest EuroLeague regular season action, including Olympiacos’ rise, Ergin Ataman’s Coach of the Year candidacy, conspiracy over the Crvena Zvezda loss, Play-In favorites, and the possibility of Josh Nebo teaming up with Luka Doncic and Slovenia. Topics: Tough decisions ahead for Olympiacos (0:00); First look at Fener vs. Monaco & Olympiacos vs. Barca (11:10); Play-In predictions (30:50); Is ...
50-Point Game in Europe vs NBA & Epic Stories From Hayes-Davis’ Career Night
April 04, 2024 13:01 - 1 hour - 109 MBNigel Hayes-Davis breaks down his record-breaking 50-point EuroLeague game on the URBONUS podcast with hosts Donatas Urbonas & Errick McCollum. He reveals numerous crazy details about the record-breaking night, weighs in on the value of Europe’s 50 points in the NBA, and reflects on his revival from a 2021-22 season in Barcelona, where he averaged 4.2 points per game. Topics: Hayes-Davis’ 50-point game anecdotes (0:00); Nigel thinks he could easily have scored 60 (19:58); How much would ...
Tricky Partizan’s Playoff Chances, Top 4 EL Free Agents & Nunn For 50-point Record
April 02, 2024 13:15 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas address questions from European basketball fans in a Q&A session, covering topics such as Nigel Hayes-Davis’ 50-point performance, the most awkward interviews, speculation surrounding Shane Larkin’s move to Fenerbahce, discussions on the perceived ‘hate’ for Panathinaikos, the anticipated future of the top 4 EuroLeague free agents, and Kevin Porter Jr.’s decision to sign with PAOK. BN+ Topics: Why Kevin Porter Jr. signed...
Shocking Comeback In Belgrade, Evans To Olympiacos & Bold Playoff Takes
March 29, 2024 12:06 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Gytis Blazevicius & Augustas Suliauskas dive into the shocking fourth quarter of the Partizan vs. Olympiacos game, explore the rumors of Keenan Evans joining Olympiacos, comment Zalgiris’ statement victory over Milan, and make bold predictions for the Play-In. Partners: – Get an additional -10% discount for all hosting plans: https://www.hostg.xyz/SHEdJ. Free domain as well as free AI Website Builder is included. Start building your dream business now! Topics: ...
PAO’s Surprising Record, Fener’s Title Odds & Paris 2024 Problem
March 25, 2024 12:16 - 1 hour - 108 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Gytis Blazevicius delve into the reasons behind Panathinaikos’ record, Fenerbahce’s potential to win the EuroLeague, regrets for playoff teams, and criticism of the Paris 2024 Olympics format. Topics: Ataman’s trick & crazy facts behind PAO record (0:00); Can Fener win it all? (13:20); Biggest EuroLeague playoff regrets (27:25); Paris 2024 draw & the biggest Olympics’ problem (42:53); Three EuroCup players who will sign in the EuroLeag...
Wright Over Nunn, 3 Games To Decide Playoffs & EL Players To Move To NBA
March 18, 2024 12:28 - 1 hour - 108 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius delve into the vital matchups shaping the EuroLeague playoffs, analyze the top 3 best & worst in-season signings, check on EuroLeague players potentially signing in the NBA, and assess Vasilije Micic’s NBA future. Partners: – Get an additional -10% discount for all hosting plans by clicking HERE. Free domain as well as free AI Website Builder is included. Start building your dream business now! – SKSTORE - one of the b...
Huge Olympiacos Win, Jokic In EuroLeague & Team Balkans vs USA
March 15, 2024 14:16 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBURBONUS’ Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas react to Olympiacos - Panathinaikos derby in the EuroLeague and answer your questions. Those include EL MVP race, best Balkan players to beat USA, Mike James or Evan Fournier for Olympiacos, and would Jokic, Luka, or KD make ALBA Berlin a Final Four contender. BN+ Topics: Reacting to Olympiacos - Panathinaikos; Ricky Rubio is ballin’; Mike James or Evan Fournier in Olympiacos?; EuroLeague MVP Race: Our Picks For Top 5; Are 24 teams too m...
Next Mike James’ Contract, Top 4 Title Contenders & GOAT Ranking
March 12, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 97.1 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas & Errick McCollum sit down with Mike James to discuss his all-time record night, break down his next contract, share insights on his place in the GOAT conversation, and predict who will be the EuroLeague’s face in five years. Topics: Top highlights & lowlights of Mike James’ record night (0:00); Where Mike ranks himself in the GOAT conversation (14:09); Ranking Top 4 EuroLeague title contenders (23:41); The next Mike James’ career destination (32:02); Who will ...
Olympiacos To Win It All, 3 Playoff Teams To Watch & Arenas’ Wild Take
March 05, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius discuss Andrea Trinchieri’s Olympiacos title prediction, highlight the top three EuroLeague playoff teams to watch, and respond to Gilbert Arenas’ wild take on removing Europeans from the NBA. Partners: – Get an additional -10% discount for all hosting plans by clicking HERE. Free domain as well as free AI Website Builder is included. Start building your dream business now! – SKSTORE - one of the biggest basketball stor...
LeBron-like Aleksa, Scary PAO & Partizan After Zeljko
March 01, 2024 15:33 - 18 minutes - 25 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas discuss EuroLeague wins for Partizan & Panathinaikos, share insights on potential replacements for Zeljko Obradovic in Belgrade, and explore whether EuroLeague should pause the game to honor Mike James in a Q&A session. BN+ Topics: Who would replace Zeljko Obradovic in Partizan?; Is Panathinaikos sending a statement to Real Madrid?; Should EuroLeague pause the game to honor Mike James; Do we have the worst referees ev...
Choosing Partizan Over PAO, Triple-Doubles In Europe vs NBA & EL GOAT
February 28, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBURBONUS’ host Donatas Urbonas is joined by Errick McCollum & Codi Miller-McIntyre, who explains the differences in getting a triple-double in Europe versus the NBA, reveals why he turned down Panathinaikos for Partizan, and opens up about nearly hanging up his jersey before signing with Baskonia. Topics: Rejecting Panathinaikos offer for Partizan (0:00); How Codi Miller-McIntyre almost retired (8:44); Why a triple-double in Europe is much harder than in the NBA (23:54); The most clutch ...
EL All-Star Over NBA’s, FIBA Window Ranking & Do Cups Matter
February 21, 2024 14:36 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Gytis Blazevicius exclude Team USA from the FIBA window ranking Top 5 and discuss how the perfect EuroLeague All-Star weekend could surpass the NBA’s. SKSTORE - one of the biggest basketball stores in Europe. Shop online, sign up to the Partners Club Loyalty program and get 5% discount off your first order. Check it out at: https://skstore.eu/ Topics: Gytis vs. PJ Dozier on NBA 2k (0:00); Who’s at fault for crappy NBA All-Star Game? (4:22)...
Things Flying In Belgrade, 4th Triple-Double Ever & Dirtiest EuroLeague Players
February 12, 2024 15:06 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBURBONUS co-hosts Augustas Suliauskas, Rytis Vysniauskas & Gytis Blazevicius discuss the controversial ending of Crvena Zvezda - Zalgiris game, Red Star fans throwing objects on the court, pick dirtiest EuroLeague players & answer other fun Q&A questions. BN+ Topics: Is Keenan Evans a Top 3 guard already?; Dirtiest EuroLeague players; Basketball memories that made us fall in love with the game; Players we have a soft spot for; Which Serbian club deserves to stay in EuroLeague more?; D...
Hyping PAO, EL Refs Problems & Is Bolomboy A Top 5 Center?
February 05, 2024 14:05 - 1 hour - 101 MBURBONUS’ Rytis Vysniauskas and Augustas Suliauskas discuss various EuroLeague topics: whether or not PAO are one of the two best teams in the EuroLeague right now, talks about problems with the refereeing, ranks Top 10 centers, while also remembering an amazing career of Marc Gasol. Topics: Are Panathinaikos a Top 2 team? (0:00); Can Zalgiris create a miracle? (14:42); The problem with EuroLeague referees & rules (25:29); Best moment of Marc Gasol’s career (37:35); If we were Anadolu ...
Biggest Threat To USA’s ‘Revenge Team’ & Next To Score 50 In EL
January 29, 2024 15:05 - 1 hour - 120 MBURBONUS host Donatas Urbonas, alongside elite BCL scorers Errick McCollum & Marcus Foster, reacts to Luka Doncic’s 73-point game, predicts potential 50-point EuroLeague scorers, forms the USA’s ‘Revenge Team,’ shares impressions of consecutive Red Star win over Partizan, and names the top 4 teams to win the BCL this season. Topics: Errick goes hard at Hawks for letting Luka score 73 (0:00); Why 73-point game will never happen in EuroLeague (6:00); Who’ll score 50 in EuroLeague game (10:0...
Perfect Derby For F4 & NBA Players We Want In EuroLeague
January 25, 2024 13:40 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Gytis Blazevicius explore potential player swaps between EuroLeague and NBA teams, discuss the ideal derby for the Final Four, and make the first pick for Dubai’s new team roster in an exciting Q&A session. BN+ Topics: Could Novak Djokovic be a good baller?; Volleyball is bigger than basketball?; Obscure EL player we still think about today; An unseen video that would go viral today; Shane Larkin or Facundo Campazzo?; Creating a perfect ...
Is Jokic Already European GOAT & Are PAO On Track To F4?
January 22, 2024 13:08 - 1 hour - 116 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas analyze Panathinaikos’ case for the Final Four, discuss the status of Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo in the European GOAT debate, and name iconic players for every EuroLeague team. Topics: Rytis sick of Panathinaikos’ success? (0:00); Three YouTube recommendations (1:51); Jokic & Giannis over Dirk (4:07); Meeting BN+ member in Kaunas (12:23); Top 3 plays of PAO vs. Partizan (15:22); What might push PAO to Final 4 (17:51); PAO’s...
Jokic’s Conspiracy, Historical Partizan & Dusko’s Legend
January 15, 2024 13:32 - 1 hour - 131 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas delve into EuroLeague’s iconic coaches, break down Partizan’s historical comeback, evaluate Olympiacos’ level of concern, and react to Nikola Jokic’s conspiracy story. Topics: Dusko in history books (0:00); Dusko’s merch that you cannot help but love (4:28); Rytis’ surprising appearance in EL club’s merch store (9:50); Coaching icons of Olympiacos & Maccabi (13:10); Duško Vujoševič or Željko Obradovič? (21:20); Why i...
Would Trades Ruin EuroLeague & Why Tony Parker Is Wrong
January 10, 2024 14:41 - 1 hour - 110 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas share insights if trades would ruin EuroLeague, analyze Partizan’s collapse against Fenerbahce, react to surprising statements from Tony Parker, and discuss other hot topics. Topics: An interview to watch (0:00); Would trades ruin EuroLeague (2:03); What do players think about trades (12:25); What’s real & what’s misinterpreted about trades (13:22); Why trades in EuroLeague make sense (15:57); Who got news about real...
EL Mid-Season Awards, Brave Topić & Bold Predictions For 2024
January 04, 2024 13:33 - 1 hour - 130 MBURBONUS’ Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas give out EuroLeague Mid-season awards: MVP, Best Defensive Player, Best Coach, Most Improved Player. Guys also discuss 10 players who deserve a spot in All-EuroLeague First & Second teams, while also giving bold predictions for 2024 & sharing impressions about this week’s biggest games, including El Clasico. Topics: El Clasico impressions (0:00); Trinchieri’s first ideas in Zalgiris (8:49); Brave decision by Nikola Topic & his debut in Crv...
EuroLeague Trade Ideas, Partizan’s Excellence & Saras’ Debut
December 19, 2023 11:53 - 1 hour - 99.3 MBURBONUS’ Rytis Vysniauskas and Augustas Suliauskas discuss the upcoming EuroLeague transfer window by offering trade ideas for many teams, including Olympiacos, Fenerbahce, and Craven Zvezda. They also discuss racism incident in Piraeus, reported three-team trade with Keenan Evans as its centerpiece, Partizan’s offensive excellence in a match vs Zalgiris, Sarunas Jasikevicius’ debut behind Fenerbahce’s wheel. Topics: Rytis winning the best commentator award (0:00); How legit were Fenerbah...
Dusko’s Change, Most Underrated Player & Dealing With Serbian Fans
December 12, 2023 14:41 - 1 hour - 128 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas is joined by co-host Errick McCollum from Izmir Karsiyaka, along with special guest Chima Moneke from Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz. Together, they delve into Dusko Ivanovic’s effect, share funny story from a critical moment in the victory against Crvena Zvezda, explore the most underrated EuroLeague players, discuss hypothetical and potential transfer scenarios, and analyze the recent Dante Exum’s stretch in Dallas. Topics: How Moneke became Partizan & Zvezda player (0...
Dwight in Europe, Madar’s Fan Incident & Giannis or Luka in Olympics?
December 04, 2023 12:37 - 1 hour - 117 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas pick their dark horses to surprise in the 2024 Paris Olympics Qualifying Tournaments. They also share their takeaways from the games featuring Partizan, Panathinaikos, and Fenerbahce, Yam Madar’s incident and the best potential destinations in Europe for Dwight Howard. Topics: Biggest victory in Augustas’ career? (0:00); The funniest coaching challenge ever? (4:00); Partizan’s season starts now? (8:22); Jerian Grant did s...
Dorsey in Panathinaikos & Why Japan Is A Threat To Europe
November 27, 2023 17:03 - 1 hour - 158 MBErrick McCollum and Arturas Gudaitis join URBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas as they dive into the Japanese league’s advantages over Europe, breakdown Kevin Pangos’ situation in Milan, discuss Tyler Dorsey’s DNP situation in Fenerbahce, and react to the Luka Doncic-Russell Westbrook rivalry. Topics: Japanese basketball advantages over Europe (0:00); Underrated EuroLeague center (11:48); Why Gudaitis loved playing with Mike James (14:20); EL teams that Gudaitis & Errick watch the most (16:42); Wh...
Mirotic-Napier Trade, Messina’s Controversy, Micic’s & Vezenkov’s NBA Concern
November 15, 2023 14:08 - 1 hour - 127 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas break down the controversy surrounding Ettore Messina’s interview, analyze the NBA situation of Vasilije Micic and Sasha Vezenkov, and share their reactions following Olympiacos, Efes, and Crvena Zvezda wins. Topics: Did Efes turn their season around? (0:00); Interesting Efes moves while exploring NBA market (4:44); Reaction to controversial Messina’s interview (8:37); How Messina’s remarks might impact Milan’s future ...
EuroLeague Overreactions, Dusko’s Effect & Can PAO Bounce Back?
November 06, 2023 12:58 - 1 hour - 151 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas take a look back at the first month of the EuroLeague season. They discuss early MVP candidates, rank the new head coaches, share their thoughts on early overreactions, highlight best rookies, and discuss the major elite players’ absences. Topics: Zeljko vs. Messina & guarding Mike James (0:00); Early MVP race candidates (8:07); Pozzecco’s vs. Banchi’s effect (20:23); Should we trust in Sfairopoulos’ effect? (35:27); ...
Nunn’s Impact on PAO, Caboclo at Partizan & Best Player in Europe
November 01, 2023 10:10 - 1 hour - 129 MBURBONUS’ host Donatas Urbonas, co-host Errick McCollum, and guest Kendrick Perry from Unicaja Malaga analyze Kendrick Nunn’s arrival at Panathinaikos, potential changes in the Athens club, Bruno Caboclo’s impact on Partizan, and discuss what’s making Spanish teams excel this year, all while debating whether Mike James holds the title of the best player in Europe. Topics: Discovery about Kendrick Perry (0:00); Nunn’s strengths & challenges in Europe (2:01); Perry’s Panathinaikos’ advice t...
Why Dusko Was Fired, Controversial Calls in Greece & Micic’s Trade
October 23, 2023 11:37 - 1 hour - 132 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, Augustas Suliauskas dive deep into the discussion of Dusko Ivanovic’s unexpected dismissal, controversial calls surrounding the Olympiacos vs. Partizan and Maccabi vs. Panathinaikos games, and NBA predictions for Vasilije Micic, Sasha Vezenkov, and Victor Wembanyama. – SKSTORE - one of the biggest basketball stores in Europe - offers you to browse through some finest basketball equipment from the best brands on the market, such as Nike, Jordan Br...
Early EL Surprises, Ataman’s Message & Vezenkov’s NBA Concern
October 16, 2023 11:48 - 1 hour - 111 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas and Augustas Suliauskas discuss the early EuroLeague surprises and disappointments, delve into Zvezda’s and Olympiacos’ collapse in Round 2, provide insights into the concerning Maccabi situation, bring you into Ergin Ataman’s 4-hour video session, and share their feelings about Luka Doncic’s visit to Madrid. – SKSTORE - one of the biggest basketball stores in Europe - offers you to browse through some finest basketball equipment from the best brands on the market, ...
Olympiacos vs. PAO, Bold Prediction For Zvezda & Future in Israel
October 09, 2023 12:37 - 1 hour - 124 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas is joined by co-host Errick McCollum and special guest Braian Angola from Hapoel Tel Aviv, who shares his experience and feelings in Tel Aviv following the unprecedented terror attacks in Israel. The trio also delves into a detailed analysis of the standout performances in the Olympiacos vs. Panathinaikos game, gives a bold prediction for Red Star, and offers their response to Ergin Ataman’s comments. Topics: War in Israel & the situation in Tel Aviv (00:00); What...
EuroLeague Power Rankings: The Rise of Panathinaikos & Red Star
October 02, 2023 12:59 - 2 hours - 190 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas share their power rankings for the 2023-24 EuroLeague season, bringing a couple of controversial takes that are likely to ignite some interesting discussions. Topics: Putting ourselves under the bus on our own will (0:00); Two clear bottom teams (5:30); “Most overrated player” motivation in Valencia (13:12); Is depth always a good thing in the EuroLeague? (19:17); The blessing and the curse of Baskonia (26:03); Do we...
Did Olympiacos Need Brazdeikis & Worst/Best EuroLeague Contracts
September 25, 2023 15:51 - 1 hour - 131 MBURBONUS’ Augustas Suliauskas & Donatas Urbonas react to Ignas Brazdeikis’ transfer from Olympiacos to Zalgiris and preview the EuroLeague season, analyzing the best and worst offseason contracts, the No. 1 pick in the EuroLeague, coaches on the hot seat, and more. Topics: Reaction to Brazdeikis move to Olympiacos (00:00); Why it’s a win-win move for Zalgiris (6:57); What Brazdeikis will bring to Olympiacos (11:33); Did Olympiacos stay in title contention (17:00); Potential Zalgiris ca...
Germany’s Gold Recipe & Miserable USA vs. Canada
September 10, 2023 19:04 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas share their reactions following the FIBA World Cup 2023 final between Germany and Serbia.
Serbian Heroes, USA’s Collapse & Final Prediction
September 09, 2023 09:27 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas share views on main reasons behind the USA’s and Canada’s collapse and applaud the unsung heroes of Serbia and Germany. They also give their FIBA World Cup 2023 title game and MVP predictions. Topics: Shockingly simple actions that made the USA collapse (0:00); How did NBA habits hurt the USA in the World Cup (9:33); Which USA players would make the Olympic team (15:30); Addressing USA’s issue once again (20:40); Unsu...
Problem with Doncic, Weird Schroder & Semifinal Predictions
September 07, 2023 09:53 - 1 hour - 106 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas, and Rytis Vysniauskas discuss the frustrating Luka Doncic experience, the worst night for Dennis Schroder, and how Serbia exposed Lithuania. Also, they share their FIBA World Cup semifinal predictions. Topics: The issue with Luka Doncic (0:00); Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s example to Luka (6:20); Dillon Brooks & Canada’s way of stopping Luka (11:53); What for Dennis Schroder should be and shouldn’t be blamed for (25:25); Are we okay with the ...
How Lithuania Stunned the USA & World Cup Quarterfinal Predictions
September 04, 2023 10:49 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas share their World Cup quarterfinal predictions and discuss a spectacular Lithuania victory over the USA. Topics: The biggest victory behind Lithuania’s W over USA (0:00); Disrespect toward Lithuania? (4:09); Lithuania’s example of how to beat the USA (9:45); Funny story behind arriving at a historical game (13:45); Lithuania exposed the USA’s weaknesses? (18:09); Canada was 1-2 shots away from missing the Olympics? (22:...
Serbia’s Blackout, Stunning Lithuania & Luka Proving Us Wrong
September 02, 2023 08:52 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBURBONUS’ Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas share their impressions from an eventful Day 1 of the FIBA World Cup 2nd round. Guys discuss whether or not Svetislav Pesic’s mistakes led to Serbia collapsing against Italy, how there was nothing Greece could do against Lithuania, first serious test to the USA & how Steve Kerr responded, how team effort helped Luka & Slovenia advance as well as discussing the upsets by Brazil and Latvia. This Urbonus episode is sponsored by Courtside 1891. I...
Greece vs. Lithuania Debate, New Star in Serbia & Mess in Turkey
August 31, 2023 10:05 - 1 hour - 104 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas & Augustas Suliauskas share their predictions about who will make the FIBA World Cup 2023 quarterfinals. They also compared their Greek NT concern barometer, discussed a new Serbia star in the making, and tried to understand the mess with Shane Larkin and Scottie Wilbekin in Turkey. This Urbonus episode is sponsored by Courtside 1891. It is FIBA’s premium streaming partner for the World Cup and will allow you to watch action from the FIBA Basketba...
Germany’s Title Case, World Cup’s Kobe & Who’s at Fault in France
August 29, 2023 11:06 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas and Rytis Vysniauskas break down the Team USA vs. Greece game and Germany’s title odds, reasons behind France’s and Finland’s collapse, and react to Kobe’s presence in Manila and Noah Lyles statement. This Urbonus episode is sponsored by Courtside 1891. It is FIBA’s premium streaming partner for the World Cup and will allow you to watch action from the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 We’ve got good news - a 10% discount code that will enable you...
Surprising Philippines, Canada’s Statement & Blow to Greece
August 27, 2023 14:24 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Rytis Vysniauskas, and Augustas Suliauskas discuss their first World Cup thoughts and impressions from the Philippines. They cover the exciting Jordan Clarkson vs. Karl-Anthony Towns game, Canada’s statement for the title, and highlight standout individuals from Round 1. This Urbonus episode is sponsored by Courtside 1891. It is FIBA’s premium streaming partner for the World Cup and will allow you to watch action from the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 We’ve got g...
Top Team To Beat USA & FIBA World Cup Power Rankings
August 21, 2023 10:19 - 1 hour - 103 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas put up the FIBA World Cup 2023 power rankings, listing the main title contenders and leaving out some traditional national team powerhouses. Courtside 1891 is FIBA’s premium streaming partner for the World Cup and will allow you to watch action from the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023, selected World Cup warm-up games, and the FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournaments. Stream the games live and on-demand, as well as extended hig...
Mike James’ Future, Olympiacos Rumors & Message to PAO Fans
August 18, 2023 07:50 - 1 hour - 131 MBMike James and Errick McCollum joined the URBONUS podcast to talk about Mike’s future, rumors involving Olympiacos, the recruitment of Nikola Mirotic, and other exciting events from the offseason. Topics: Mike James comments on rumors & his future (0:00); Did Kemba Walker’s signing force Mike to look elsewhere (4:55); How Mike almost convinced Mirotic to sign in Monaco (15:35); Is Mike James going to do James Harden’s rant (25:22); Did Olympiacos rumors damage Mike James’ chances to le...
Best PG For Partizan, European GOAT & Refereeing Scandal
August 07, 2023 19:09 - 1 hour - 142 MBZach LeDay and Errick McCollum joined the URBONUS podcast to discuss the upcoming Partizan’s roster moves, Mathias Lessort’s success story, Nikola Mirotic’s offseason saga, the EuroLeague refereeing scandal, Ricky Rubio’s career decision, and the European basketball GOAT. Topics: Best & worst of a new generation (0:00); Why LeDay stayed in Partizan (5:30); Did Zach have Zvezda offer (9:17); Nick Calathes or Mike James for Partizan (16:13); Best replacement for irreplaceable Lessort (24...
Can Luka Take Slovenia To Medals & Why Greeks Can’t Be Ruled Out
August 03, 2023 13:56 - 1 hour - 108 MBURBONUS’ Donatas Urbonas, Augustas Suliauskas & Rytis Vysniauskas discuss Slovenia & Greek teams’ chances in the FIBA World Cup 2023 and their most anticipated things to watch. They also discuss the recent rumors about Svi Mykhailiuk, John Wall & Kendrick Nunn. Topics: Larentzakis already annoying Luka (0:00); Are referees supporting Luka Doncic? (2:03); Greece or Olympiacos? (5:00); Can Luka Doncic take Slovenia to the podium? (8:46); Mike Tobey or Jordan Morgan (14:54); The main iss...
Olympiacos Players’ Reaction to Sloukas & Kemba’s Impact to EuroLeague
July 28, 2023 10:12 - 1 hour - 145 MBJoin the URBONUS podcast as Thomas Walkup and Errick McCollum share their reactions to Nikola Mirotic's saga. They also delve into Kemba Walker's potential in the EuroLeague, evaluate Olympiacos' actions following Kostas Sloukas' departure to Panathinaikos, and express their thoughts on naturalized players in national teams. Topics: Who wins: offense or defense? (0:00); Reaction to Nikola Mirotic's saga (3:57); The unsafest situations for Walkup & McCollum (12:11); The next Nikola Mirot...
Different Ataman’s Love For Sloukas & Partizan Title Odds With Mirotic
July 19, 2023 11:40 - 1 hour - 106 MBShane Larkin and Errick McCollum join the URBONUS podcast to share their views on the pros and cons of Kostas Sloukas’ decision to leave Olympiacos for Panathinaikos, Nikola Mirotic’s impact on Partizan’s title chances, the upcoming changes in Anadolu Efes, and the most underrated offseason signings. Topics: Shane’s feelings about the crazy EuroLeague offseason (00:00); What will be different in new look Efes (4:18); The main difference between Can and Ataman (8:18); Shane’s NBA advice...
Sloukas to Partizan, Replacement For Vezenkov & Crazy NBA Contracts
July 03, 2023 19:37 - 1 hour - 133 MBKevin Punter and Errick McCollum join the URBONUS podcast to share their views about Sasha Vezenkov’s and Vasilije Micic’s potential in the NBA and their best replacements in Europe. Topics: Punter’s reasons for staying in Partizan (0:00); Zeljko Obradovic’s role in negotiations (2:39); Partizan fans pressure during Punter’s negotiations (6:18); Punter’s impact on new Partizan signings (12:41); Dante Exum’s chances in Dallas Mavericks (19:10); The EuroLeague star with the most potenti...
Best Destinations For 5 Hottest EL Free Agents & Shocking Barca Move
June 26, 2023 19:46 - 1 hour - 120 MBBasketNews’ Donatas Urbonas and Errick McCollum dive into the latest breaking news in Barcelona, and discuss the best teams for the five hottest EuroLeague free agents. Check out KICKZ for the very best basketball gear in the game & use our special promo code BASKETNEWS10 for 10% off: https://basketne.ws/KICKZ Topics: The first reaction to breaking news in Barcelona (0:00); Was Saras’ tenure in Barcelona a failure (5:13); More Barcelona’s departures and first look at Roger Grimau (13:34...