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Anonymous

Years ago

Ben Madgen signs in Lithuania

I think fstos nailed it.

However, maybe he will come back improved in those role playing areas? Depends on whether he eventually lands on a quality European team or not.

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Anonymous

Years ago

The article mentions they're expecting a child.

You would think that would make it more likely he'll return to the NBL after another season or two. Having support of family and friends back home could become a bigger incentive during that time.

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Wookiee

Years ago

The Aussie marquee rule not enough to get Madden back to the NBL?

Getting confused with NFL?

Ben says in the interview that he's had a goal of playing Eurocup and as he's getting older, it's really now or never for him... He did great in the Belgian league, now to test it the next step up... He doesn't see himself not playing NBL again, but the more he works at getting better over there, it will only make him a better player and be better for the Kings when he eventually comes back :)

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fan since the old snakepi

Years ago

Madgen to me is the type of player who can get points when given the volume shooters role but is not good enough in the other areas of his game to get that role in a good team.

Not close to a Boomer and when he is not the main man or at worst second cog will not add a lot to a good team in a strong league.

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Anonymous

Years ago

The Aussie marquee rule not enough to get Madden back to the NBL?

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Years ago

They came last that year, but he was still playing the 2 spot.

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Anonymous

Years ago

Ben's defence, physicality and ball handling would have to improved a fair bit to get into genuine Boomers consideration.

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Freethrows

Years ago

^ Madgen is capable of playing both. He played the 3 for the Kings in his last season there.

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Aussie

Years ago

Arrrr.... No. One is a shooting guard and one is a small forward

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Freethrows

Years ago

Madge should definitely be considered for the Boomers. Jingles needs to go, and he'd be a sound replacement.

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Anonymous

Years ago

A nice step up for Ben after a quality Euro debut.

The Lithuanian league is OK (Derrick Low was leading scorer and third in assists last year) but playing Eurocup gives the opportunity to impress teams around Europe and potentially land in one of the better leagues over there. Good luck to him!

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dada5000ismyhero

Years ago

This is great.

I was unsure of how he would go playing over there without a passport.

An awesome story of hard work and making the most of his ability.

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Anonymous

Years ago

Zodiac they never come back to play for the 36ers. Never ever.

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Years ago

Full interview with him on signing in Lithuania and on comparing the Belgium league with the NBL.

Ben Madgen: The Scoring King of Belgium signs in Lithuania

Madgen was seeking to play Eurocup or Euroleague and gets that chance at his new team.

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Zodiac

Years ago

The Lithuanian league is a higher standard than the Belgian league so making his way up over there good on him.

I just hope one day he comes back home to play for the 36ers.

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Isaac

Years ago

Season Launch Invite
As the 2010/11 iiNet NBL Championship approaches, so does the Adelaide 36ers Season Launch.
The season launch is on Friday 8th October, on court at the Dome, with the theme being "Game Night." It will be a cocktail style function, with everything and everyone in the stadium reflecting a typical game night, except you will be the people taking to the court! There will be interviews with the coach and a number of players, and it will be a great chance for us all to get together to launch the new season.
Tickets to this event are available for $60 each, please RSVP by contacting the club by Friday 1st October, by calling 1300 749 377, to organise payment by credit card over the phone, or in person at the Dome.
Look forward to seeing you there,
Best Regards,
Dean Parker
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