Tag: SLB
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Manchester Have Found Their Identity
When Manchester Basketball appointed Herman Mandole at the end of February, they weren’t just changing coaches—they were searching for clarity. Up to that point, they’d been a team of interesting parts without a clear idea of how to fit them together. Now, two months later, they’ve found something they lacked all season—an identity. This isn’t…
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Jacob Groves Belongs at the Next Level
In basketball, it’s easy to focus on production. Players who dominate the ball, lead the league in scoring, or fill the box score often command the spotlight. But the more important question—especially for scouts and clubs—isn’t who’s dominating today, but whose game belongs at the next level. Jacob Groves might just be the answer. Spacers…
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The SLB Play-offs Need a Better Structure
You can’t manufacture legitimacy. You earn it. And if the SLB wants to keep earning it, the play-off format has to change. The regular season has had its moments—but they’re the exception, not the rule. With eight of the league’s nine teams qualifying for the play-offs and no real reward for finishing first, the structure…
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Albert Ventura is a Different Kind of Import
In a league where nearly 90% of import minutes go to North Americans, Albert Ventura stands out—not just for his passport, but for his purpose. The 32-year-old Spaniard has spent his career in the ACB, one of Europe’s top leagues. He isn’t an athlete. He isn’t a scorer. But he’s a pro. And that’s proving…
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Cheshire Refuse to Change
In a league defined by parity, a clear identity can be a competitive edge. Cheshire have leaned into theirs more than anyone—playing faster, shooting more, and living with the consequences. But as the season has unfolded, that commitment has begun to look more like a limitation than a strength. They still play with breakneck pace…
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London Are Grit Over Glamour
Peter Božić was at the helm at London last season during the 777-era, leading a talent-laden London squad that had clear advantages over the rest of the league. Now, the budget is smaller, the roster no longer towers over the league, and he’s proving his coaching pedigree in a different way. Instead of winning through…
