Championship Preview: Riders at Eagles
Round six of the British Basketball League Championship sees the Riders travel north to Newcastle for the second time this season. After splitting last weekend’s back-to-back games – the latter of which a loss to the Manchester Giants – Rob Paternostro’s squad will want to get back to winning ways and improve on their 4-2 […]
Coach’s thoughts: Rob Paternostro on the season so far
Let me start by saying how much your support has meant to the team to start the season. The way you all have embraced our guys, and the new players we have, means a lot to them and myself, and it’s something I’ve come to expect from our tremendous fanbase. The season is in full […]
Kimbal Mackenzie named to Team of the Week
Riders captain Kimbal Mackenzie was named to the British Basketball Team of the Week. Mackenzie was Player of the Game on Friday night, scoring a game-high 22 points against the Surrey Scorchers and putting up six assists and six rebounds. He followed up the next day with another playmaking exhibition against the Manchester Giants, dishing […]
“Sometimes, I don’t know how I’m still playing.”- Samuel Idowu on battling back from injury
After over a season on the sidelines, Samuel Idowu battled back from injury to take to the court for the Leicester Riders. The American/Brit has returned to the UK after months of dedication to his recovery. “I surprised myself at what I could endure,” reflected Idowu. “I always knew I was a hard worker, but […]
Captain’s Log: Kimbal Mackenzie’s thoughts on the season so far
Thank you to everybody for their incredible support this season. It’s been great to see you all back in the stands and getting behind the team. The start to the season has been a great challenge for us with plenty of lessons, but ultimately I’m proud of the way this team is coming together. We […]
Riders fall to Giants
Saturday night saw the Riders fall to a 94-80 defeat in Manchester against the Giants in the British Basketball League Championship. Rob Paternostro’s young squad now sit at 4-2 after battling through an attritional two games in two days. Talented guards Xavier Pinson and Caleb Asberry top-scored for the Riders with 15 points each, and […]
Preview: Riders at Giants
The Riders play the second of back-to-back games, heading to Manchester to face the Giants. After last night’s win against the Scorchers, they look to continue their hot start to the season. Fixture information Leicester Riders @ Manchester Giants National Basketball Performance Centre Saturday, October 14, 8 PM Watch live! No Rest for Riders The […]
Riders react to win against Scorchers
Leicester Riders improved to 4-1 with a 92-74 win against the Surrey Scorchers. Here’s how the team reacted to the win… Rob Paternostro The Riders blew the game open in the third quarter, holding the Scorchers to five points over an eight-minute stretch. Head Coach Rob Paternostro credited the defensive success to the team’s work […]
Report: Riders beat Scorchers
The Riders added another win to a four-game streak tonight after a 91-74 victory over the winless Surrey Scorchers. In a game that saw the Riders limit their opponents to just 32% from the floor, solid defence and hustle on the boards built the foundations for victory. Rob Paternostro’s team also kept up their efficient […]
Preview: Riders vs Scorchers
Friday night sees the Riders host the Surrey Scorchers in the British Basketball League Championship – the first of back-to-back games this weekend. Rob Paternostro’s team will be in a buoyant mood after a huge 92-85 win on the road against the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles, part of a three-game winning streak for the Riders. […]