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01/08/202620:08

Javon Freeman-Liberty Reportedly Agrees to Join Bursaspor

According to multiple Turkish media outlets, Javon Freeman-Liberty has reached an agreement with Bursaspor ahead of the 2026-27 season.

The 26-year-old guard is set to return to Turkey after a brief previous stint with Manisa. At Bursaspor, he is expected to form the team’s backcourt alongside Taylor.

Freeman-Liberty split last season between Australia’s NBL and Canada’s CEBL. With the Brisbane Bullets, he averaged 13.4 points, 3.4 assists, and 1.7 steals per game, before starring for the Montreal Alliance in the CEBL, where he posted 20.9 points and 5.6 assists per contest.

01/08/202619:30

Tamir Blatt Reportedly Set for Loan Move with ASVEL and Rome Clubs Interested

Tamir Blatt has signed a multi-year contract with Hapoel Tel Aviv but is expected to spend the upcoming season elsewhere on loan, according to Sports.co.il.

Among the clubs reportedly interested in acquiring the Israeli point guard are ASVEL, as well as Rome’s two new professional teams, Maxima and SPQR.

Blatt averaged 7.1 points and 5.2 assists in 19 minutes per game during last season’s EuroLeague campaign with Maccabi Tel Aviv, continuing to establish himself as one of the competition’s most reliable playmakers.

01/08/202614:56

DeJulius case: Besiktas announces him, but he is still under contract with UCAM Murcia

David DeJulius’ move to Besiktas has created a complicated contractual situation. As reported by Encestando, the Turkish club announced the signing of the American guard despite the player still being under contract with UCAM Murcia until 2028.

No agreement has been reached between DeJulius and the Spanish club to terminate the deal, meaning the player currently has two active contracts.

UCAM Murcia has taken the matter to court, where a judge will determine the compensation required for the player and Besiktas to complete his release. Until the situation is resolved, FIBA is reportedly unable to issue the transfer needed for DeJulius to be officially registered with the Turkish team.

31/07/202621:20

Maxima Roma closing in on Brynton Lemar as first signing of Matiasic era

Brynton Lemar could become the first signing of the new Maxima Roma era. According to Superbasket, the club led by Paul Matiasic is closing in on the 1995-born American guard.

For Lemar, it would mark a return to Italy after his stint with Pallacanestro Reggiana during the second half of the 2020-21 season. The American guard would bring European experience and perimeter scoring to Rome.

Last season, Lemar played in Turkey with Besiktas Istanbul, reaching both the EuroCup final and the Turkish league final. In 2025-26, he averaged 9.9 points and 2.4 assists per game.

31/07/202620:42

Dwane Casey turns down Rome interest, will stay in NBA with Pistons

Dwane Casey will not become the head coach of Rome’s new Serie A team. According to Marc Stein, the Detroit Pistons adviser has withdrawn from the process after strong interest from the Italian club.

Casey has decided to stay in the NBA with Detroit, ending a high-profile pursuit by the Rome-based organization. The former Toronto Raptors and Detroit Pistons head coach was named NBA Coach of the Year in 2018.

According to Stein, Donnie Nelson led BC Roma’s pursuit of Casey, having previously worked with him in Dallas. Rome will now have to continue its search for the coach who will lead the team in the upcoming season.

30/07/202623:02

Buducnost Extends Juwan Morgan

Juwan Morgan and Buducnost will continue their partnership for a third season. The Montenegrin club has officially announced the contract extension of the American forward.

Morgan was a key contributor off the bench during the 2025-26 season, helping Buducnost compete in both the EuroCup and the ABA League.

In the European competition, he averaged 9.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 1.6 steals over 17 games, ranking as the fourth-best player in the EuroCup in steals while shooting 41% from three-point range.

In the ABA League, Morgan posted 10.2 points on 43.8% three-point shooting, 4.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.3 steals per game, helping Buducnost reach the semifinals, where they were eliminated by eventual champions Dubai Basketball.

30/07/202622:32

Report: Tornike Shengelia Pays Barcelona Release Clause, Set to Join Dubai Basketball

According to Spanish reporter Ernest Macia, Tornike Shengelia has paid the amount required by the release clause included in his contract with Barcelona.

The Georgian power forward will therefore become free to finalize his move to Dubai Basketball, where he will reunite with head coach Xavi Pascual.

Shengelia will leave the Blaugrana after just one season, during which he averaged 12.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game in EuroLeague.

30/07/202622:13

Report: Nick Weiler-Babb Expected to Leave ASVEL for Dubai

Nick Weiler-Babb is reportedly set to leave ASVEL and sign with Dubai Basketball, according to Gazzetta.gr.

The former Iowa State standout signed a two-year contract with the French club just a month ago, but he could now become the backcourt addition requested by head coach Xavi Pascual after Dubai failed to land Thomas Walkup.

The UAE-based club continues to assemble one of the deepest rosters in the EuroLeague, adding quality options at every position as it aims to challenge for a Top 10 finish in its second EuroLeague season.

30/07/202621:50

Darius McGhee Joins iLERNA Lleida for the 2026-27 Season

Darius McGhee will play for iLERNA Lleida during the 2026-27 season, as announced by the spanish side.

The American point guard, who also holds an Armenian passport, joins the Spanish club after a solid campaign with JL Bourg-en-Bresse. In the French league, he averaged 10.8 points and 4.6 assists across 29 games, while in the EuroCup he posted 12.3 points and 4.7 assists per game.

McGhee is expected to strengthen Lleida’s backcourt with his scoring ability and playmaking experience.

30/07/202621:10

Ricky Rubio Extends Contract with Joventut Badalona  

Ricky Rubio has signed a contract extension with Joventut Badalona that will keep him with the Spanish club through 2027.

The veteran point guard will continue to lead the Catalan side, which has also recently strengthened its backcourt by signing another experienced floor general.

Rubio is coming off an impressive season, averaging 13.7 points, 5.3 assists, and 1.3 steals per game across the Liga Endesa and the EuroCup.

 

30/07/202620:48

Simi Shittu joins Ratiopharm Ulm

Ratiopharm Ulm has officially announced the signing of Simi Shittu.

The Canadian power forward is coming off a season that included stops in Germany, Slovenia, and Lebanon. In the BBL, Shittu averaged 14.9 points and 8.4 rebounds per game with Braunschweig, while his stint with Sagesse in Lebanon saw him post dominant numbers of more than 21 points and 12 rebounds per game.

Shittu now joins Ulm as the German club strengthens its frontcourt ahead of the new season.

30/07/202619:46

Report: Baskonia in Advanced Talks with Damion Baugh

Baskonia is in advanced negotiations to sign Damion Baugh, according to Chema De Lucas.

The 25-year-old combo guard is coming off a season split between the G League, where he averaged 22.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 8 assists, and 2.1 steals in 34 games with the Valley Suns, and brief stints in the CEBL and the Basketball Africa League (BAL). In the BAL, Baugh became the first player in league history to record a triple-double and also set the competition’s single-game assist record with 18.

The previous season, Baugh appeared in 15 NBA games as a Two-Way player with the Charlotte Hornets, averaging 7.3 points, 3.7 assists, and 1 steal per game.

If the deal is completed, it would mark the TCU product’s first experience in European basketball.

30/07/202619:14

Unicaja Malaga Signs French Forward Amine Noua to Two-Year Deal

Unicaja Malaga has reached an agreement to sign French forward Amine Noua on a two-year contract.

The versatile 29-year-old brings valuable experience from both the EuroLeague and the Liga Endesa, where he was one of the standout performers during the 2024-25 season.

After a brief stint in Indonesia, Noua returned to Europe in November 2025 to join Aris. He quickly emerged as one of the top players in Greece, averaging 18.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1.1 steals per game in the Greek League while shooting 44.2% from three-point range. He also impressed in the EuroCup, posting 14.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 40% shooting from beyond the arc.

Despite signing a long-term extension with Aris, Noua is now set to return to Spain, where he will continue his career with Unicaja Malaga.

30/07/202615:01

Maccabi Tel Aviv in Advanced Talks to Sign Daniel Theis

Daniel Theis has emerged as one of the most sought-after players in the EuroLeague transfer market. According to Israel Hayom reporter Tomer Givati, Maccabi Tel Aviv has already opened negotiations with the German center, with talks described as being at an advanced stage.

Following ASVEL Villeurbanne’s financial issues, Theis is widely expected to leave France this summer. Hapoel Tel Aviv was the first club to show concrete interest, while Barcelona remains in the race after missing out on Moses Wright.

However, Maccabi is now pushing to complete the deal quickly and beat its EuroLeague rivals to the experienced big man.

30/07/202613:32

Mac McClung Drawing Strong EuroLeague Interest After Historic G League Season

Mac McClung is emerging as one of the most intriguing names on the European basketball market. According to BasketNews, the 27-year-old guard is attracting significant interest from multiple EuroLeague clubs as well as teams across Europe.

After spending several seasons chasing a permanent NBA opportunity, McClung is now increasingly expected to continue his career overseas. He enters free agency following a historic 2025-26 campaign with the Windy City Bulls, further strengthening his reputation after winning two NBA G League MVP awards and becoming one of the most iconic NBA Slam Dunk Contest champions.

29/07/202621:51

Panathinaikos Linked with Sylvain Francisco in Surprise Twist

Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens have reportedly reached an agreement with Sylvain Francisco, according to Sport24. The French guard would have signed a three-year contract worth more than €3.5 million per season, while Panathinaikos would have paid a €1 million buyout to ASVEL Villeurbanne to complete the transfer.

If confirmed, the move would contradict reports from earlier in the day claiming ASVEL had no intention of parting with Francisco and viewed him as the cornerstone of their new project.

29/07/202621:00

ASVEL Villeurbanne determined to keep Sylvain Francisco

ASVEL Villeurbanne have no intention of parting ways with Sylvain Francisco, according to Eurohoops. The French guard has signed a record contract with the club, which considers him the centerpiece of its new project despite ongoing financial concerns.

Although Panathinaikos remain strongly interested in Francisco, ASVEL’s position is clear: the player will only leave if the club changes its stance.

ASVEL have already paid the buyout owed to Zalgiris Kaunas, completing every step required for Francisco’s move to France. Meanwhile, Panathinaikos continue to assess other options, including Nigel Williams-Goss and additional targets from the U.S. market.

29/07/202620:00

Zalgiris owner shuts down Panathinaikos interest in Nigel Williams-Goss

Nigel Williams-Goss appears set to remain with Zalgiris Kaunas despite growing interest from Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens. Following BasketNews’ report linking the Greek powerhouse with the American guard, Zalgiris owner Tomas Okmanas delivered a firm response on Facebook, stating that “Zalgiris are resistant to offers.”

His comments underline the club’s determination to keep Williams-Goss, who is viewed as a key piece of the team’s long-term plans. Although Panathinaikos are reportedly applying significant financial pressure in an attempt to lure the guard to Athens, Zalgiris have shown no willingness to negotiate his departure at this stage.

29/07/202616:46

Real Madrid target Lester Quiñones, Partizan also interested

Lester Quiñones is becoming a name to watch on the European market. According to Chema de Lucas, Real Madrid have shown interest in the Dominican guard as the potential separation from Lonnie Walker and Maccabi Tel Aviv remains complicated, with Walker still under contract for two more years.

Quiñones, 25 years old and listed at 1.93 meters, has NBA experience with the Golden State Warriors, New Orleans Pelicans and Philadelphia 76ers. His Dominican status is also relevant for the Spanish market, as he would not occupy a non-EU roster spot.

Real Madrid are not the only team following him. Emiliano Carchia reports that Partizan Belgrade are also interested in the player as they look for perimeter additions. Quiñones could therefore become one of the next notable names to follow in the EuroLeague market.

29/07/202612:37

Panathinaikos target Nigel Williams-Goss, according to BasketNews

Panathinaikos have emerged as a serious suitor for Nigel Williams-Goss. According to Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews, the Greek club is putting significant pressure on Zalgiris despite the point guard being under contract and having no exit clause this offseason.

Williams-Goss, 31, signed a 2+1 deal with Zalgiris last summer and is viewed as a cornerstone of Tomas Masiulis’ system. The Lithuanian club expects him to be the team’s primary creator, helping maximize the impact of the American newcomers and Jonas Valanciunas’ presence in the paint.

Panathinaikos, however, have reportedly made a lucrative proposal. BasketNews notes that Williams-Goss is expected to earn around €1.4 million with Zalgiris next season, while the Greek offer could nearly double that figure. The situation may force Kaunas to resist, negotiate a buyout or improve the player’s contract with a new long-term agreement.

29/07/202612:08

Paris Basketball finalizing deal with Alize Johnson, according to BasketNews

Paris Basketball are finalizing a deal to sign Alize Johnson for the 2026-27 season. According to Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews, the French club is close to adding the American forward as another former NBA player to Max Lefevre’s roster.

Johnson, 30, played five NBA seasons with the Indiana Pacers, Brooklyn Nets, New Orleans Pelicans, Washington Wizards, Chicago Bulls and San Antonio Spurs. His best NBA season came with the Nets in 2020-21, when he averaged 5.2 points and 5 rebounds in 10.5 minutes per game.

During the second half of the 2025-26 season, Johnson played for the Shenzhen Leopards, averaging 12.0 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists while shooting 63.1 percent from two-point range and helping the team reach the CBA semifinals. Before moving to China, he averaged 19.0 points, 11.1 rebounds and 4.8 assists with the Iowa Wolves in the G League, establishing himself as one of the league’s most productive bigs.

28/07/202622:46

Crvena Zvezda Signs Vojin Medarevic

Crvena Zvezda has announced the signing of Vojin Medarevic.

The 24-year-old big man has agreed to a three-year contract with the Serbian powerhouse.

Medarevic joins Zvezda after spending the last three seasons with KK Spartak Subotica, where he developed into one of the promising young Serbian frontcourt players.

28/07/202622:34

Real Madrid Reportedly Blocking Mario Hezonja’s Return to NBA, Cavaliers Still Negotiating

Mario Hezonja’s potential move to the NBA has hit a roadblock after the Croatian forward reached an agreement with the Cleveland Cavaliers a few days ago.

According to reports, Real Madrid has blocked the move, arguing that Hezonja did not exercise his NBA exit clause within the timeframe established in his contract.

The Spanish club also wants to retain his European rights, in order to prevent him from joining another EuroLeague team if a move to the NBA falls through. That scenario has reportedly been mentioned by Greek outlet Sport24.

Despite the dispute, according to Marc Stein, the Cavaliers remain determined to bring Hezonja back to the NBA and are currently working with Real Madrid to find a solution.

28/07/202621:54

Riga Adds Tony Perkins

Riga has strengthened its backcourt with the signing of Tony Perkins, who has agreed to a one-year contract with the Latvian club.

The American guard spent his first professional season between the Czech league, a brief stint with Treviso, and the final part of the year in Lithuania.

Playing for Kedainiai Nevezis in the LKL, Perkins averaged 17 points, 2.5 assists, and 1.1 steals per game, establishing himself as one of the team’s key offensive contributors.

28/07/202621:42

Peristeri Re-Signs Guard Ty Nichols

Peristeri has announced the return of Ty Nichols for the upcoming season.

The American guard is coming off a strong campaign, averaging 15.9 points, 4.2 assists, and 2.1 steals per game across the Greek league and the FIBA Europe Cup.

A few days earlier, the Greek club had also confirmed the extension of big man Samuel Payne, as Peristeri continues to build its roster for the new season.

 

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28/07/202620:04

Skylar Mays Joins South East Melbourne Phoenix

The South East Melbourne Phoenix have officially signed American point guard Skylar Mays to a one-year contract for the 2026-27 NBL season.

Mays joins the Australian club after appearing in more than 100 NBA games during spells with the Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Lakers.

The 28-year-old spent the last season in Europe with Budućnost (9.9 points, 1.9 assists, 1.2 steals per game in Eurocup) , following a previous stint in Turkey, and now brings valuable NBA and European experience to the Phoenix roster.

28/07/202619:46

Bahcesehir Signs French Forward Damien Inglis

Bahcesehir has officially announced the signing of Damien Inglis.

The French forward returns to European basketball after spending the last two seasons with the Yokohama B-Corsairs in Japan. During the 2025-26 campaign, Inglis averaged more than 16 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists per game, confirming himself as one of the most productive all-around forwards in the league.

The 31-year-old joins Bahcesehir as the Turkish club led by coach Djordjevic continues to strengthen its roster ahead of the new season.

28/07/202617:59

Russell Westbrook drawing strong EuroLeague interest as NBA future remains uncertain

Russell Westbrook is exploring his next career move, with his future in the NBA becoming increasingly uncertain. According to Evan Sidery, multiple EuroLeague teams have shown strong interest in signing the veteran point guard.

Westbrook’s preference remains staying in the NBA, but a move overseas currently appears to be the most realistic option available. The former MVP has enjoyed a remarkable career with the Thunder, Rockets, Wizards, Lakers, and Clippers, and his potential arrival in Europe would represent one of the biggest moves in recent EuroLeague history. Several contenders could now evaluate adding his experience, athleticism, and leadership.

28/07/202614:48

Olivier Hanlan available on the market as BC Roma SPQR and Maxima Roma show interest

Olivier Hanlan is one of the most intriguing free agents currently available. According to athletiko.gr, BC Roma SPQR and Maxima Roma have both expressed interest in signing the Canadian guard ahead of the upcoming season.

However, the competition is already growing, as the same report states that clubs from China have also made an approach for the veteran backcourt player.

With extensive experience across Europe and North America, Hanlan remains an attractive option on the market and could receive additional offers as teams continue strengthening their rosters for the new campaign.

28/07/202611:54

Willy Hernangomez agrees to join Unicaja Malaga, according to Diario SUR

Willy Hernangomez is set to continue his career with Unicaja Malaga. According to Diario SUR, with BasketNews sources confirming the agreement, the Spanish center has reached a deal with the Andalusian club for the upcoming season.

Hernangomez, 32, arrives after three seasons with Barcelona, where he never fully established himself as one of the club’s leading players. His EuroLeague numbers gradually declined: 11.0 points and 4.8 rebounds in his first year, 7.9 and 4.2 in his second, and 5.6 points with 3.8 rebounds in around 14 minutes during the 2025-26 season.

Unicaja will add him to the frontcourt after Olek Balcerowski’s move to Barcelona. A former New York Knicks, Charlotte Hornets and New Orleans Pelicans big man, Hernangomez also has a strong résumé with Spain’s national team, winning the 2019 FIBA World Cup and earning EuroBasket 2022 MVP honors.

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