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Alex Pattinson

@Alextalkshoops

Basketball writer | Brits Don't Jump | Newcastle Eagles analysis + Beyond the Baseline: Europe's basketball stories. 📩 [email protected]

 Durham, England
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Joined August 2020
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🇬🇷 Beyond the Baseline II: The Emperor's Reawakening 👑 From Galis & Giannakis to financial turmoil and renewed ambition, I explored Aris Thessaloniki's history through six supporters' memories. The club's fortunes changed. Their devotion never did. 💛🖤 britsdontjump.com/2026/11/05…
Aris Thessaloniki: The Emperor's Reawakening - Brits Dont Jump

Aris Thessaloniki: The Emperor's Reawakening - Brits Dont Jump

From Nikos Galis and European glory to financial hardship and revival, explore the history and supporters of Aris Thessaloniki basketball.

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🇸🇮6'6" Guard, Mark Morano for Syracuse vs. Central Conn: 16 PTS | 5 REB | 6/12 FG | 22 MIN The Orange's freshman is adapting fast at the college level. Using his on-ball creation and scoring ability to have a big impact on the game. Morano is sharp from beyond the arc and efficient coming off away screens. ACC has a problem!🔥
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This is impressive because a) It’s not a ‘typical Dem’ answer b) The praise makes the criticisms more devastating
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Asked what he thinks of Trump as a person, James Talarico lists the president's strengths, then his weaknesses. @jamestalarico
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Roberto Fois@CoachFoisNov 2
New article on Federico Magnifico 'substack Definitely a must follow if you are into scout and finding players. Fede has a very good eye for talent and evaluation of players from College to Euro Pro at any level. A must follow 🔥 scoutingfactory.substack.com…
Federico Magnifico (@FedeMagnifico94) profile pictureFederico Magnifico@FedeMagnifico94Nov 2
Hey there! A new article on my #Substack "Scouting Factory" is online. I've talked about him, now it's time for his complete report. My favourite rookie of this szn former @BoilerBall 🇦🇺Oscar Cluff (@CluffOscar 2001, C - @korfezbasket)👇🏻#BoilerUp #scouting scoutingfactory.substack.com…
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Newcastle Eagles@NewcastleEagleNov 1
𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗖𝗛 🎯 #WeAreEagles
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Newcastle Eagles@NewcastleEagleNov 1
𝗣𝗛𝗘𝗪 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗪𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘 🦅 #WeAreEagles
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Newcastle Eagles@NewcastleEagleOct 31
𝗕𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗨𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦 👨‍💻 Powered by @BluSkyTax. 🔢 Cole Long took MVP and the top spot amongst a flock of big performances from our Eagles last night in Leicester. 🗒️📽️📷 Full report, highlights, photos and more stats at newcastle-eagles.com/news/re… #WeAreEagles
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The Anfield Wrap
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Up the Reds @Liverpool_bball
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Josh Sexton@jsexton24Oct 31
First time as a lead commentator last night, so had to drop a little something for the Scousers on Mizzy Night... 😅
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Court Vision@CourtVisionUK1Oct 31
Saved this piece for a treat to read with a coffee during a weekend and it didn't disappoint. More than anything, I love to see the step-up in ambition in what @Alextalkshoops is writing about ☺️
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🔍Discover how the Eternal Derby grew from post-war Belgrade into a global basketball spectacle, shaped by Partizan, Red Star and supporters ✍️@alextalkshoops britsdontjump.com/2026/10/27…
The Eternal Derby: A Rivalry Born In The Aftermath Of War - Brits Dont Jump

The Eternal Derby: A Rivalry Born In The Aftermath Of War - Brits Dont Jump

Discover how the Eternal Derby grew from post-war Belgrade into a global basketball spectacle, shaped by Partizan, Red Star and supporters.

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Courtside @Liverpool_bball 🏀🔌
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Hope you had a good first experience Joe. May support different basketball outfits, but we both have a strong support for the best football club in the world, @LFC ❤️
Joe Symes (@JoeSymes_) profile pictureJoe Symes@JoeSymes_Oct 30
Change of sport, welcomed as it’s my second favourite. Come on, @Liverpool_bball 💪
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Cheshire Phoenix Basketball (@CheshireNix) profile pictureCheshire Phoenix Basketball@CheshireNixOct 30
“Hey ChatGPT, how to beat Cheshire Phoenix in a derby?” #thenixway
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I couldn't agree more Jeff. Only having an effectively eight man rotation tonight gives perspective to an already impressive result. Cole Long for me was our man of the match, very efficient performance contributing on both ends of the floor, and most importantly, 0 TURNOVERS.
Jeff King (@UncleJeffThinks) profile pictureJeff King@UncleJeffThinksOct 30
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Once again a very good defensive performance from which we built the platform for our offence. All round contributions in a professional solid team effort despite being short-handed.
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Another weekend of mixed performances as Newcastle won against Surrey, but narrowly missed out on victory against Liverpool. Newcastle struggled against a set defence: 4/15 from mid-range, 10 missed free throws and 13 fewer offensive rebounds. My latest analysis ahead of Leicester tonight 🦅 britsdontjump.com/2026/10/30…
Newcastle Eagles: When the Game Slows Down

Newcastle Eagles: When the Game Slows Down

Newcastle Eagles beat Surrey 82–55 but lost 77–74 at Liverpool. Why did their offence falter, and what must change for upcoming games?

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💪Newcastle Eagles beat Surrey 82–55 but lost 77–74 at Liverpool ❓Why did their offence falter, and what must change for upcoming games? ✍️ @Alextalkshoops britsdontjump.com/2026/10/30…
Newcastle Eagles: When the Game Slows Down

Newcastle Eagles: When the Game Slows Down

Newcastle Eagles beat Surrey 82–55 but lost 77–74 at Liverpool. Why did their offence falter, and what must change for upcoming games?

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😟The Sheffield Sharks have been inconsistent at the start of the Super League Basketball season ⚡️ How will they find a much-needed spark? ✍️Max Carson britsdontjump.com/2026/10/29…
How will the Sheffield Sharks find their spark? - Brits Dont Jump

How will the Sheffield Sharks find their spark? - Brits Dont Jump

The Sheffield Sharks have been inconsistent to start the Super League Basketball season. How will they find a much-needed spark?

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Eurohoops
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FIVE GAMES, FIVE WINS 💯 Vassilis Spanoulis' side remain UNBEATEN in the EuroCup after securing their fifth straight victory, this time against Cedevita Olimpija ✅
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What a venue! 💛🖤 I've been watching Aris during the season and I'm currently researching the second edition of my European basketball series, Beyond the Baseline. From the Galis dynasty to the current revival. This club has something special. Looking forward to tonight! 🏀
Daniel Routledge (@dan_routledge) profile pictureDaniel Routledge@dan_routledgeOct 28
One of the great historic venues of European basketball for tonight's game in EuroCup as Aris host Cedevita Olimpija 🏀🎙
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Wishing the best of luck to Partizan tonight, looking to continue riding momentum after a crucial win last week against Crvena Zvezda. The game was so thrilling, that I decided to write my first long-form European feature based on the history of the derby. britsdontjump.com/2026/10/27…
The Eternal Derby: A Rivalry Born In The Aftermath Of War - Brits Dont Jump

The Eternal Derby: A Rivalry Born In The Aftermath Of War - Brits Dont Jump

Discover how the Eternal Derby grew from post-war Belgrade into a global basketball spectacle, shaped by Partizan, Red Star and supporters.

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@PartizanBCOct 28
📍Lyon, France | EuroLeague round 08 | ⚫️⚪️
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