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The German national basketball team has relocated their training camp from Germany to Málaga, Spain, in a bid to enhance their preparation ahead of EuroBasket 2025. According to head coach Alex Mumbru, Málaga offers top-notch facilities and everything the team needs for their pre-tournament preparations [1][2].
The team, led by captain Dennis Schröder and coach Mumbru, departed Munich for Málaga on Wednesday. The change of location comes as the team seeks to emulate the success of the NBA offseason training hub that Málaga has become [2].
Coach Mumbru's Approach and Goals
Mumbru, a former world and European champion as a player, has a pragmatic approach to coaching. He emphasizes changing what is bad and not making too many changes if things are good [3]. For the European Championship, the team's goals include winning a medal, but Mumbru also wants to emphasize the how they win, focusing on teamwork, resilience, and thorough preparation [2].
The team faces a challenging group stage, with opponents such as Finland, Lithuania, Sweden, Montenegro, and Great Britain. Mumbru expects tough knockout stage matchups as well [2]. Integrating promising young players from their U-19 silver medal team into the senior setup is a priority, aiming for both immediate success and future team development [2][3].
A New Era Under Mumbru
Mumbru is taking over from Gordon Herbert, who led the team to the 2023 World Cup title and bronze at the 2022 home European Championship. Franz Wagner, a key player in the team, has praised Mumbru for creating a good atmosphere and being different from his predecessor [4].
The team's first test match under Mumbru's leadership is scheduled against Slovenia and NBA star Luka Dončić [5]. Mumbru plans to play faster in the future but doesn't plan many other changes [6].
Weather and Preparation
The team's departure follows a rainy German summer, and they are looking forward to the 30-degree weather and sunny skies in Spain [7]. NBA star Franz Wagner is also looking forward to the time in Spain [8].
The European Championship is scheduled from August 27 to September 14 [9]. Coach Mumbru, who is originally from Spain, is confident that the team will be well-prepared for the competition [10].
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The Commission, in light of the German national basketball team's relocation to Málaga for pre-tournament preparations, has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, given the city's growing popularity as an NBA offseason training hub.
During the EuroBasket 2025 tournament, the team, with its focus on teamwork, resilience, and thorough preparation, could serve as a model for workers in various fields who might be exposed to ionizing radiation, setting a strong example of responsible and safe practices.
