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83 internationals from 35 countries on NBA opening day 2009-10 rosters

October 28th, 2009 · No Comments · African basketball, FIBA basketball, NBA, heinnews

The National Basketball Association remains one of the most international leagues in U.S. sports. Making the rosters of the 30 NBA teams were 83 players from 35 countries outside the United States. France have the most NBA players with 10 while Europe tops all continents with 52 players.

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Simon Says … NBA Playoffs Preview Part 1

April 18th, 2009 · No Comments · NBA, Simon Wilkinson, heinnews

The playoffs are now upon us. Without Kevin Garnett, experts say it makes the outcome a lot more predictable (Cavaliers v Lakers in the finals). Still, let’s not get carried away and look too far ahead! Here’s a look at the first round match-ups. This is a breakdown of the series which start on Saturday.

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