Brooklyn Nets: Twitter Bojan Bogdanovic has stole headlines this week, as the Brooklyn Nets have silenced the critics in forcing the Atlanta Hawks to six games. During the regular season, Atlanta had their way with Brooklyn on nearly every occasion. That has changed through much better defensive play by Brooklyn led by Brook Lopez. They played well in game two, but … [Read more...] about Croatians Around the NBA: Week 24
Archives for April 2015
Cup Final Set – Dinamo Zagreb vs. RNK Split
By 34 CommentsDinamo Zagreb is the team joining Split in the Cup finals after defeating HNK Rijeka on an aggregate score of 2-1. Today's match between the two teams at Kantrida ended in a scoreless draw, but Dinamo came out the winner as they won 2-1 at Maksimir in the first leg. Rijeka will certainly feel slightly cheated though after what looked to be a good goal was ruled … [Read more...] about Cup Final Set – Dinamo Zagreb vs. RNK Split
Mandžukić, Subašić Crash Out Of Champions League
By 62 CommentsThe Champions League semifinals are upon us. Ivan Rakitić and Barcelona are in. Luka Modrić is out (injury). But Wednesday night puts the other two Croatian nationals in action in extremely tight matches. 'Super' Mario Mandžukić will look for revenge on city rivals Real Madrid after being bloodied and beaten in their scoreless first leg match last week. … [Read more...] about Mandžukić, Subašić Crash Out Of Champions League
Croatians Around the NBA: Week 23
By 7 CommentsMarcio Sanchez- Associated Press The long-awaited playoff run is finally here for the Golden State Warriors. After clinching home-court advantage for weeks now, they've been clamoring to play in meaningful games. It showed in a 106-99 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Don't let the score fool you in believing that this game was truly competitive. The Warriors had an … [Read more...] about Croatians Around the NBA: Week 23
MaxTV Prva Liga Week 29
By 6 CommentsDinamo Zagreb took on a tough but battered NK Lokomotiva at Kranjčevićeva on Friday and came out with a close 2-1 win. The Zagreb Derby began with Dinamo dominating in possession as well as scoring chances, but the stingy defense of Lokomotiva kept the Dinamo attack in check but showed little offense of their own. The Lokosi attack relied heavily on the counter … [Read more...] about MaxTV Prva Liga Week 29
Mandžukić Mauled In Madrid Derby
By 47 CommentsEmotions ran high Tuesday night in Madrid as the city's two football clubs, Real and Atletico, met at the Estadio Vicente Calderdon in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal clash. And it was a night to forget for Croatian star striker Mario Mandžukić, as he nearly drew two automatic red cards from Real Madrid players. Mandza finished all 90 minutes of … [Read more...] about Mandžukić Mauled In Madrid Derby
Croatians Around the NBA: Week 22
By 3 CommentsPhoto: Associated Press In a surprising move, Steve Kerr has decided not to bench the starters throughout this week. Andrew Bogut's minutes have been surprisingly steady. The big man played 32 minutes in Golden State's 116-105 win over Portland. Stephen Curry has another memorable game with 45 points and ten assists in what was a meaningless game. That hasn't stopped the … [Read more...] about Croatians Around the NBA: Week 22
MaxTV Prva Liga Week 28
By 12 CommentsDinamo Zagreb may have been disappointed with the 0-0 draw to Slaven Belupo in front of over 2,000 fans in Koprivnica on Sunday, but the Pharmacists and fans were surely pleased with the result. Both teams opened the match quickly, but both goalkeepers were there to make the saves for both teams. Dominik Picak is particularly to blame for the scoreless match after … [Read more...] about MaxTV Prva Liga Week 28