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Pelle Larsson leads Sweden past Finland in World Cup qualifier opener

Pelle Larsson leads Sweden past Finland in World Cup qualifier opener

Thu 27 Aug 2026 19:42 CEST

The national basketball team began the decisive World Cup qualifiers with a huge scalp. Pelle Larsson scored 31 points as Finland was defeated 86-81 on the road

Pelle Larsson: Sweden’s World Cup qualifiers are more fun than the NBA

Pelle Larsson: Sweden’s World Cup qualifiers are more fun than the NBA

Wed 26 Aug 2026 10:40 CEST

The national basketball team is better than ever, dreaming of the World Cup - and kicking off the qualifiers with two huge matches. Then Pelle Larsson is enjoying himself: These matches are more fun than the NBA

Jonas Jerebko's Uncertain Future in European Championship Basketball

Jonas Jerebko's Uncertain Future in European Championship Basketball

Fri 23 May 2025 12:55 CEST

It is uncertain what kind of basketball form Jonas Jerebko is in and how it affects the previously suspended veteran's chances for the European Championship. Even if you train yourself and keep in shape, it's maybe something entirely different to play with match sequences, says national team coach Mikko Riipinen

Norrköping Dolphins Secure Fifth Straight Swedish Basketball Title

Norrköping Dolphins Secure Fifth Straight Swedish Basketball Title

Mon 19 May 2025 21:08 CEST

Norrköping Dolphins continue to dominate in Swedish men's basketball. 74–73 at home against Borås in a sold-out Stadium arena meant unbeatable 4–1 in the final series and another national championship gold

No new Swedish bang – but the European Championship dream lives

No new Swedish bang – but the European Championship dream lives

Mon 25 Nov 2024 21:25 CET

The sensational victory over the world champion nation at Hovet on Friday echoed. The national basketball team bet on a favourite in the rematch