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28/07/202609:51

Virtus Bologna closing in on Wendell Moore Jr., according to Backdoor Podcast

Virtus Bologna are reportedly close to signing Wendell Moore Jr. According to Backdoor Podcast, the Italian club is working to finalize a deal for the American guard, who had recently been considered very close to BC Roma SPQR.

Moore, born in 2001, is a 1.96-meter guard out of Duke. He was selected with the No. 26 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft and has played 96 NBA games, alternating his time in the league with G League appearances.

It would be Moore’s first experience in European basketball. Virtus Bologna would add a young, athletic, NBA-developed profile to their backcourt as the club continues to complete its roster for the new season.

28/07/202608:53

Partizan, Galatasaray reportedly interested in Alen Smailagic

Partizan is reportedly considering bringing Alen Smailagic back to Belgrade but faces competition from Galatasaray.

The Serbian big man previously played for Partizan from 2021 to 2024 before joining Zalgiris Kaunas. Zeljko Obradovic’s team is now evaluating his return.

Galatasaray, coached by Gianmarco Pozzecco, is also making a strong push for the player. Smailagic could therefore be set to leave Lithuania.

Source: QS – Resto del Carlino Bologna

28/07/202608:47

Maxima Roma pursuing Mirza Alibegovic

Maxima Roma is reportedly working to bring Mirza Alibegovic to the Italian capital and has opened talks with APU Udine.

The two clubs are discussing the buyout required to release the player from his contract. Alibegovic would provide experience and scoring quality to Roma’s new project.

Meanwhile, Maxima Roma’s attempt to appoint Nicola Alberani to lead its basketball operations was unsuccessful. Matteo Cotelli is expected to remain as head coach.

Source: La Prealpina

28/07/202608:46

BC Roma SPQR reportedly reaches agreement with Dwane Casey

SPQR Roma has reportedly reached an agreement with former Toronto Raptors and Detroit Pistons head coach Dwane Casey.

The new Rome-based club has apparently chosen an experienced profile to lead its ambitious project. Casey spent more than a decade as an NBA head coach and was named NBA Coach of the Year in 2018.

The next step will be assembling the coaching staff around Casey. SPQR Roma thus adds another high-profile piece after signing Italian guard Nico Mannion.

Source: La Prealpina

27/07/202622:53

Willy Hernangomez agrees to join Unicaja Malaga on a one-year deal

Willy Hernangomez has reportedly reached an agreement with Unicaja Malaga on a one-year contract. According to Diario Sur, the Spanish center will continue his career in his home country after Barcelona decided not to extend his contract during its rebuilding process.

Hernangomez accepted Unicaja’s offer after turning down two other proposals, including one from PAOK. The 32-year-old big man will replace Aleksander Balcerowski, who recently joined Barcelona.

The approval of coach Txus Vidorreta was also crucial, as the two previously worked together with the Spanish national team at EuroBasket 2015 and the Rio Olympics.

27/07/202621:39

Zalgiris Kaunas reportedly targeting Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu

Zalgiris Kaunas are reportedly close to signing Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu, the Nigerian center currently under contract with BAXI Manresa.

According to Spanish journalist Chema de Lucas, Zalgiris will have to pay a buyout fee to Cedevita Olimpija, who signed the player this summer. Akobundu-Ehiogu has an EuroLeague exit clause valid until the end of the month.

In the Liga ACB, he averaged 4.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game, shooting 81.6% from the field in 13 minutes per contest. He also featured for the Dallas Mavericks during this year’s NBA Summer League, averaging 6.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and one block in five appearances.

27/07/202620:51

Roma SPQR set to sign Wendell Moore Jr. after beating Partizan

Roma SPQR is on the verge of signing Wendell Moore Jr., beating Partizan Belgrade to the American swingman. According to Mozzart Sport, Partizan had reached the final stages of negotiations, but the deal ultimately collapsed over the contract’s final details.

Roma SPQR reportedly secured the agreement by offering a more flexible NBA exit clause, giving Moore a better opportunity to return to the NBA during the season.

The ambitious Italian project, backed by investor Donnie Nelson and promoted with the involvement of Luka Dončić, will compete in the EuroCup in the 2026-27 campaign.

26/07/202615:51

Nikola Mirotic linked to Unicaja Malaga, according to SPORT

Nikola Mirotic remains one of the biggest names still available on the European market. According to Spanish newspaper SPORT, Unicaja Malaga are monitoring the situation of the Montenegrin forward, who spent last season with Monaco.

Malaga play in the Basketball Champions League, which would make them a possible destination outside the EuroLeague. They are not the only non-EuroLeague option linked to Mirotic, as Bahcesehir, an EuroCup club, has also been mentioned as a potential suitor.

During the 2025-2026 season, Mirotic played for Monaco and averaged 11 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 19 minutes over 31 EuroLeague games. His résumé also includes Real Madrid, Barcelona, Olimpia Milano, Chicago Bulls, New Orleans Pelicans and Milwaukee Bucks.

26/07/202615:45

Olympiacos reject Dubai BC’s final offer for Thomas Walkup

Dubai BC are still pushing to sign Thomas Walkup, but Olympiacos have not changed their stance. According to SPORT24, the Emirati club submitted a €870,000 offer to buy out the guard’s contract, describing it as their “final offer”.

Olympiacos reportedly rejected the proposal. The Greek powerhouse do not consider Walkup available on the market and expect him to be present when preseason starts on August 20. The same applies to Tyler Dorsey, who remains under contract for one more season at €1.8 million and has not received any official offer at this stage.

Olympiacos continue to view both players as part of their plans and are in no rush to make decisions. The club could also consider offering contract extensions with increased salaries to Walkup and Dorsey either now or during the season, with both players currently on guaranteed deals.

26/07/202611:26

Hapoel Jerusalem targeting Shake Milton: talks ongoing with Maccabi Tel Aviv as well

Hapoel Jerusalem continues to work on the market in search of new additions and has identified a player with extensive experience at the highest level. The Israeli club has reportedly shown interest in Shake Milton, the American guard who is currently a free agent after his spell with Partizan Belgrade. The news was reported by Tomer Givati.

The 1996-born guard is also in talks with Maccabi Tel Aviv, who are looking for a replacement for Lonnie Walker IV should the former NBA player leave the team. Milton has therefore become a potential target for both of Israel’s biggest basketball clubs.

After seven seasons in the NBA, where he played for the Philadelphia 76ers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons, New York Knicks, Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers, Milton decided to move to Europe last summer by signing with Partizan. However, his experience in Belgrade was affected by injury problems that limited his impact.

During his EuroLeague campaign, Milton averaged 6.9 points per game, while in the ABA League he posted 12.8 points, 2.2 rebounds and 3 assists per game before parting ways with the Serbian club.

26/07/202610:28

Lonnie Walker set to leave Maccabi: Partizan interested, but Vildoza complicates the situation

Lonnie Walker’s future could be away from Maccabi Tel Aviv. The American wing, who joined the Israeli club last summer, still has two years remaining on his contract, but the team is reportedly considering an early separation.

According to Israeli media reports, Walker has been offered to Partizan Belgrade and Real Madrid, two teams looking for additional talent and scoring ability on the perimeter. The Spanish club has already been mentioned by several insiders as a potential destination for Walker, while a move to Serbia appears considerably more complicated.

According to Sport Klub, a potential arrival of Walker at Partizan would be difficult to complete, especially considering the increasingly likely signing of Luca Vildoza in Belgrade. The Argentine point guard’s arrival would further reduce the available space for another high-level addition in the backcourt.

25/07/202622:08

Leyma Coruña signs Dmytro Skapintsev

Leyma Coruña has announced the signing of Dmytro Skapintsev for the next season.

The Ukrainian center joins the Spanish club after spending the previous year in Israel with Hapoel Jerusalem, where he averaged 5.1 points and 4.5 rebounds in 13 minutes per game between the EuroCup and Winner League.

 

25/07/202621:53

Vassilis Toliopoulos Returns to ARIS BC

ARIS BC announces the signing of Vassilis Toliopoulos through 2030, following his transfer from Panathinaikos AKTOR.

Vassilis Toliopoulos was born on June 15, 1996. Standing at 1.88 metres, he plays at both guard positions.

The Greek international returns “home” after an absence of just one year. He first wore the ARIS jersey midway through the 2018–19 season and, from 2022 to 2025, wrote his own chapter in the club’s history, sharing unforgettable moments with the team and leading it to major victories. This will be his third spell with ARIS, on a four-year deal.

Vassilis Toliopoulos began his basketball journey in the youth system of Panionios and started his professional career with Ikaros Chalkidas in 2013. He played for Kolossos Rhodes during the 2014–15 season before signing a multi-year contract with Olympiacos.

Midway through the 2018–19 season, he joined ARIS, before moving to AEK in the summer of 2019. He spent the 2020–21 campaign on loan at Ionikos Nikaias and played for PAOK the following season.

In the summer of 2022, he returned to ARIS, where he remained for three years, apart from a brief spell with French club Boulazac after the end of the 2022–23 season.

During the 2023–24 campaign, he averaged 13.5 points, 2.5 rebounds and 4.4 assists in the Stoiximan GBL, as well as 14.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists in the BKT EuroCup. That same season, he was named the Stoiximan GBL Most Improved Player.

In 2024–25, he averaged 15.3 points, 2.2 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game in the Greek league. In the BKT EuroCup, he recorded 13.7 points, 2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1 steal per game.

In 2025, he joined Panathinaikos AKTOR and now returns to Nick Galis Hall.

At club level, he has won one Greek Championship with Olympiacos in 2016 and two Greek Cups, with AEK in 2020 and Panathinaikos AKTOR in 2026.

At international level, the 30-year-old guard represented Greece at every youth level and made his senior national team debut in 2021. He has since become an important member of the squad. He competed at the 2024 Olympic Games and won the bronze medal at EuroBasket 2025.

In 34 appearances for the Greek senior national team, he has scored 293 points, averaging 8.62 points per game.

 

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25/07/202620:58

Jayce Johnson signs one-year deal with Cedevita

Cedevita has announced the signing of Jayce Johnson, with the big man joining the Slovenian club on a one-year contract.

Johnson arrives from Manisa, where he spent the previous season averaging 9.1 points (53% FG, 60% FT) and 7.5 rebounds in 21 minutes per game in the Turkish BSL.

The 28-year-old center previously played for Trieste, helping the Italian side during the 2024-25 season before moving to Turkey. Johnson will add size, rebounding ability and interior presence to Cedevita’s frontcourt rotation.

25/07/202619:35

Report: ASVEL Resolves Financial Issues, Panathinaikos Shifts Backcourt Plans

According to SDNA, ASVEL has resolved the financial issues previously identified by the DNCCG (National Directorate of Management Control), meaning the French club is now expected to honor the lucrative contracts signed by key players such as Sylvain Francisco, Nick Weiler-Babb, Armoni Brooks, and Daniel Theis.

After realizing it would be impossible to pry Francisco away from ASVEL, Panathinaikos has reportedly shifted its focus to alternative targets as it looks to strengthen its backcourt.

25/07/202610:39

Caldwell-Pope nearing buyout with Memphis: set to reunite with LeBron in Philadelphia

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope could be on the move in the coming weeks. According to Chris Haynes, the veteran guard and the Memphis Grizzlies are negotiating a buyout that would allow the two sides to part ways.

Once the agreement is finalized, Caldwell-Pope has reportedly already identified his preferred destination: the Philadelphia 76ers. The 1993-born guard is looking to reunite with LeBron James, his former teammate during their time together with the Los Angeles Lakers.

A reliable perimeter defender and consistent three-point shooter, Caldwell-Pope would be a valuable addition for a team with championship ambitions. The two-time NBA champion would bring experience, versatility and a strong presence on the wing to Philadelphia’s roster.

The potential move would add another experienced piece around LeBron James as the 76ers continue to build a competitive team with the goal of making a deep postseason run.

24/07/202616:30

Bayern Munich interested in Alize Johnson

Bayern Munich are considering Alize Johnson as they look to strengthen their frontcourt ahead of the new season. According to BeBasket, the German club has requested information on the American forward, and a formal offer could follow in the coming days.

Johnson spent last season with the Shenzhen Leopards in China and brings six years of experience across the NBA and G League. The 2018 second-round draft pick has played for the Indiana Pacers, Toronto Raptors, Brooklyn Nets, Chicago Bulls, Washington Wizards and New Orleans Pelicans.

Known for his relentless energy, rebounding ability and defensive versatility, Johnson would add valuable experience and physicality to Bayern Munich’s roster.

24/07/202616:02

Barcelona agree two-year deal with Tosan Evbuomwan

Barcelona have reached an agreement to sign Tosan Evbuomwan on a two-year contract, according to journalist Chema De Lucas. While the deal has not yet been officially announced by the club, the British forward is expected to become one of Barcelona’s key additions ahead of the new season.

The 23-year-old, who has previous NBA experience, is coming off an impressive campaign in the NBA G League, where he was named MVP of the most recent Finals after leading his team with a series of standout performances.

Standing 2.05 meters tall, Evbuomwan is valued for his versatility, athleticism and ability to contribute on both ends of the floor, making him an ideal fit for Barcelona’s ambitions in the EuroLeague and Liga Endesa.

24/07/202611:50

Real Madrid negotiating deal with Lonnie Walker

Real Madrid is negotiating a deal with Lonnie Walker. Chema de Lucas reports that the Spanish club is working on the possible arrival of the American guard, who spent last season with Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv.

Walker played 28 EuroLeague games in 2025/26, averaging 15.2 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists, while shooting 45.6% from the field and 35.1% from three-point range. In the Israeli Winner League, he posted 14.9 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 steals over 15 games.

For Real Madrid, Walker would represent a high-level offensive addition on the perimeter in what remains a very active market for the club. The 1998-born guard would bring scoring, athleticism and NBA experience to Pedro Martínez’s roster.

24/07/202611:23

Hapoel Tel Aviv monitoring Jerian Grant

Hapoel Tel Aviv is reportedly targeting Jerian Grant. According to Sport5, as relayed by SDNA, the Israeli club is monitoring the American guard from Panathinaikos.

The team coached by Dimitris Itoudis would like to add Grant to its roster and has reportedly been in contact with Panathinaikos in an attempt to reach an agreement. Grant has been a key piece for the Greek club, establishing himself as one of the team’s most reliable perimeter players.

Sport5 also notes that Hapoel Tel Aviv has other players on its list. Grant remains one of the profiles being followed as the Israeli club continues an ambitious market ahead of next season.

23/07/202622:59

Iffe Lundberg Signs New 2+1 Deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv

According to Moshe Barda, Iffe Lundberg has signed a new 2+1 contract extension with Maccabi Tel Aviv.

The former Virtus Bologna guard played a key role in leading the Israeli club to the Winner League title last season, earning Finals MVP honors for his performances in the championship series.

Lundberg averaged 11 points and 3.6 assists per game in the EuroLeague, while in domestic competition he posted 12 points and 4.4 assists per game.

The Danish guard will remain a central piece of Maccabi’s backcourt as the club continues to build around its core for the upcoming seasons.

23/07/202622:34

Partizan Reportedly In Advanced Talks With Wendell Moore Jr.  

After a first part of the offseason marked by several failed negotiations, Partizan has changed pace and is now close to bringing Wendell Moore Jr. to Europe for the first time.

The 24-year-old former Duke standout, who was also targeted by Hapoel Tel Aviv, is coming off four NBA seasons in which he was unable to establish himself with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Charlotte Hornets, and Detroit Pistons.

A two-way player for the Pistons during the 2025–26 season, Moore Jr. spent most of his time in the G League with the Motor City Cruise, where he averaged 19.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.5 steals per game.

 

23/07/202620:21

Valencia Basket adds Mo Gueye to its frontcourt

Valencia Basket has reached an agreement with American power forward with a Senegalese passport Mo Gueye (2.06 m, Staten Island, New York (U.S.), July 8, 1998, age 28) to join our men’s first team for the upcoming season, through June 30, 2027. The player is coming from the United States, where he has been competing in both the NBA and the G League over the past few seasons.

Last season, the power forward played for the Chicago Bulls’ affiliate team, averaging 15 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 47 games. With the franchise, he played in two NBA games, averaging 8 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, and one steal. He now arrives in Spain with Valencia Basket to embark on his first European experience, competing at the highest level in the Liga Endesa and the EuroLeague.

 

23/07/202619:31

Report: Lonnie Walker IV Could Part Ways with Maccabi Tel Aviv

Lonnie Walker IV could be on his way out of Maccabi Tel Aviv, according to a report by Arel Ginsber.

The American guard remains under contract with the Israeli club, but the two sides are reportedly working toward a mutual agreement to terminate their partnership.

Several EuroLeague teams are already said to be monitoring Walker IV’s situation as they look to strengthen their backcourts ahead of the new season.

Walker IV averaged 15.2 points and 2.2 assists per game last season, making him one of Maccabi’s primary offensive weapons.

 

23/07/202611:51

Anadolu Efes completes Collin Malcolm signing

Anadolu Efes has reportedly completed the signing of Collin Malcolm. According to Zafer Çağrı Karataş, the Turkish club has finalized the move for the American forward, who is set to wear the blue-and-white jersey next season.

To complete the transfer, Anadolu Efes will pay what is described as a reasonable buyout. Malcolm is coming off a season with Hapoel Tel Aviv, where he played both in the Israeli league and in EuroLeague.

In the 2025/26 season, Malcolm averaged 7.3 points and 4.0 rebounds in 12 Winner League games, shooting 65.7% from the field. In EuroLeague, he appeared in 40 games and posted 6.8 points and 3.6 rebounds per game, while shooting 56.7% from the field and 41.7% from three.

23/07/202608:45

Alessandro Pajola set to restart with Partizan Belgrade

Alessandro Pajola is set to restart his career with Partizan Belgrade. According to Walter Fuochi of Repubblica Bologna, the former Virtus Bologna captain has reached an agreement with the Serbian club on a two-year deal worth close to €1 million per season.

Pajola leaves Bologna after eleven years and chooses the first experience abroad of his career. The Italian guard had also been linked to Milano, a move that never really materialized, before Partizan made its push and brought him into one of Europe’s most historic and intense basketball environments.

In the new black-and-white project, Pajola is expected to be the second point guard behind Carlik Jones, while also being able to play next to him and free his offensive game. In Belgrade, Pajola will bring playmaking, defense and reliability: not the ace, Repubblica writes, but “one who helps you get the aces.”

22/07/202621:18

Hezonja Exit Hits Complication as Real Madrid Holds Strong Position

Mario Hezonja’s future remains one of the biggest storylines of the European basketball offseason. According to Marca, the Croatian forward’s departure from Real Madrid may not be as straightforward as initially expected. Although Hezonja informed the club before the contractual deadline of his intention to activate his NBA exit clause, he has reportedly neither presented an official NBA offer nor paid the required $1 million buyout.

Marca reports that ACB regulations require the notification and payment of the buyout to be completed simultaneously. To resolve the situation, Hezonja’s representatives have reportedly offered to increase the amount paid to secure his release. As a result, Real Madrid is now believed to be in a strong negotiating position and could either demand higher compensation or even retain the player. Despite that, the club has already signed Mikael Jantunen as a replacement.

Meanwhile, NBA interest remains alive, although Marc Stein has reported that the offers received so far have been non-guaranteed deals. Should an NBA move fail, EuroLeague clubs such as Dubai Basketball and Olympiacos are expected to monitor the situation closely.

22/07/202620:35

Partizan Belgrade President Ostoja Mijailović Sparks Transfer Rumors with Cryptic Post

A short but intriguing social media post from Partizan Belgrade president Ostoja Mijailović has sparked fresh transfer speculation. The club’s president wrote, “Sometimes the most important work is done far from the spotlight,” a message that many fans have interpreted as a hint that a significant signing could soon be announced.

While there has been no official confirmation from the club, the post quickly generated excitement among supporters and fueled rumors surrounding Partizan’s next move in the transfer market. Whether it truly signals a major deal or simply reflects the club’s behind-the-scenes work remains to be seen.

 

22/07/202617:50

Nanjing Monkey Kings Sign Taze Moore

Taze Moore is a new player of the Nanjing Monkey Kings, as officially announced by the Chinese club.

The versatile wing spent the 2025–26 season with Varese in Italy, where he was one of the team’s key contributors.

Moore averaged 11.3 points, 5 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 2 steals per game in the LBA, finishing second in the league in steals.

The American guard/forward now begins a new chapter of his career in the Chinese Basketball Association with Nanjing.

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