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Olimpia Milano close to buying out Trey Kell’s contract from Pallacanestro Varese

Olimpia Milano is close to buying out Trey Kell’s contract from Pallacanestro Varese.

Kell started his season in Italy averaging 15.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.1 assist and 1.2 steals in 10 LBA games.

Panathinaikos reportedly close to sign Stefan Jovic

According to George Zakkas of SDNA, Panathinaikos is close to reaching an agreement with Stefan Jovic.

The Serbian playmaker could join the Greek team as early as January.

Jovic spent two seasons with Khimki, the last with just 11 games played between Euroleague and VTB League.

 

Olimpia Milan among Euroleague teams reportedly monitoring Dzanan Musa

Olimpia Milan and other Euroleague teams are monitoring the situation of Dzanan Musa, Orazio Cauchi and Moses Barda reports.

The forward is the top scorer in the Spanish league averaging 18.9 points per game with Río Breogán.

Musa scored 109 points  in 4 ACB games played in December.

CSKA eyeing Brad Wanamaker in case of return in Europe

Former Fenerbahce guard Brad Wanamaker, recently waived by the Indiana Pacers, is still considering NBA options but should he decide to return to Europe Russian powerhouse CSKA Moscow is ready to offer him a contract

Wanamaker, who has had market in the US in these years, is also considered by Italian side Reyer Venezia, who is considering to part ways with British guard Tarik Phillip

Maccabi Tel Aviv expected to fire coach Ioannis Sfairopoulos in case of loss to Monaco

Maccabi Tel Aviv is expected to fire coach Ioannis Sfairopoulos if the Israeli powerhouse will lose the EuroLeague game against Monaco, Roi Cohen reports.

Sfairopoulos will keep his job if Maccabi wins but he will have another hurdle in Winner League against Hapoel Jerusalem in the next days.

Maccabi Tel Aviv has a 7-10 record in EuroLeague so far and is out of the playoffs.

Hapoel Jerusalem lands John Egbunu

Hapoel Jerusalem has announced the arrival of John Egbunu with a contract until the end of the season.

The big man left Varese, where he was producing averages of 11 points (60% FG, 52% FT), 9.4 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in the Italian league.

O.D. Anosike signs with Cholet Basket

Cholet Basket has announced the arrival of O.D. Anosike.

The Nigerian big man spent three years with Fuerza Regia in the Mexican league.

Last season Anosike produced 10.7 points, 9.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 32 games.

Tyson Carter to join Zenit

Tyson Carter will leave Lavrio to sign a multi-year contract with Zenit.

The Mississippi State product confirmed the news speaking after the game won against Iraklis.

“I am ready for the next step. I am happy for what I have lived with Lavrio. I definitely feel ready for whatever happens. I work hard, I think I can adapt to anything that comes my way. I am a “student” of basketball and I am gradually building my career. The most important thing is basketball, this is what I will stay focused on and this is my “passport”. I love Lavrio and his people, I will always be grateful to coach Serelis, who gave me the opportunity to take the next step “.

This year Carter  averaged 15.9 points, 2.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game between the Greek league and BCL, shooting 55% from the field, 41% from beyond the arc and 71% from the foul line.

Olimpia Milan: Shavon Shields (hand) out at least one month?

According to Orazio Cauchi of Basketnews, Olimpia Milan swingman Shavon Shields is expected to undergo surgery on his right hand due to the injury he suffered during the last minute of yesterday’s game against Real Madrid.

The reporter adds that the Nebraska product will be out at least one month.

Shields was producing 12.5 points, 4 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game in Euroleague, shooting 43% from the field, 36% from threes and 80% from the free throw line.

 

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