Macedonia Unbeaten in the Pre-Qualifiers, Next Round Starts in August

The Macedonian basketball national team finished its run in the pre-qualifiers unbeaten and secured first place in group „A“, advancing to the second round that starts on 27 August. After a convincing win over Ireland, coach Berrocal stressed that the most important thing was for the team to compete „all 40 minutes“ and build the confidence it needs. Player Ivanov said he was glad they're moving on and hopes for more minutes. The quality of this squad is far above the pre-qualifying level - the real test is yet to come.

Krsto Stankovski, Legend of MZT Skopje, Has Passed Away

At the age of 80, Krsto Stankovski has passed away, a cult figure of Macedonian basketball and a man who was part of the „blue-and-whites“ of MZT Skopje for three decades. The club informed the public with immense sorrow. Stankovski is one of those names that built basketball in Skopje when it wasn't played for cameras and contracts, but for the club and the city. Such people rarely make the front pages while they're alive, and yet they are the foundation of everything that came after. Rest in peace, legend.

Drummond Moves to New York After Robinson's Departure

After Mitchell Robinson's departure to the Boston Celtics over financial constraints, the New York Knicks signed center Andre Drummond. The move is a clear message from management: the Knicks want to keep the identity of a team that dominates under the basket and on the boards. Drummond has been among the best rebounders in the NBA for years, but the question is whether his style fits the modern game that demands mobile centers. New York is betting that physical dominance still matters - the league will show whether they're right.

LeBron at the Centre of the Market Again, the Whole League on the Lookout

This summer too, NBA free agency revolves around one name - LeBron James. His agent Rich Paul confirmed that James was ready to go to New York, and rumours follow of a return to Cleveland, of the Thunder, of the Timberwolves. At 40+, LeBron still moves the entire league with a single decision of his. Some say he should end his career where it began, in Cleveland; others reckon he wants one more trophy before the end. One thing is certain - every move of his is a bigger story than half the transfers in the league combined.

LaMelo Ball Shocks With a Transfer to Minnesota

The market also brought a big twist - LaMelo Ball is a new player for the Timberwolves, and his first reaction immediately set the NBA world alight. Talented, exciting, but also controversial because of injuries and his style, Ball carries risk and thrill in equal measure. Minnesota is betting on his show factor and on what he hasn't fully shown yet. Is this the move that returns the Wolves among the best in the West, or another expensive experiment? Summer in the NBA is rarely dull, and this summer is already delivering.