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19/05/202611:12

Virtus Bologna reportedly make Carsen Edwards stay a priority

Virtus Bologna wants to keep Carsen Edwards for next season, with Athletiko reporting that his renewal is one of the club’s main goals.

According to Athletiko, Virtus Bologna has placed Carsen Edwards high on its list for the 2026/27 roster after signing him last summer on a one-year deal following his strong season with Bayern Munich.

The two sides have reportedly already started talks over a new contract, and negotiations are said to be progressing well, showing mutual interest in continuing together.

Edwards averaged 17.3 points in EuroLeague, shooting 46.7% from two and 31.9% from three, while adding 2.2 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game.

For Virtus, now focused on the LBA playoffs, keeping its leading offensive weapon would be a key step in building next season’s roster.

18/05/202620:26

Xavi Pascual heading toward Dubai BC as Barcelona studies Spanoulis option

According to Eurohoops, the Catalan coach met with president Rafa Yuste, but did not change his mind: barring a major twist, his future will be in Dubai. His decision is now accelerating Barcelona’s search for a new head coach.

One of the first names emerging is Vassilis Spanoulis, the European basketball legend who recently coached Monaco to a EuroLeague runner-up finish and also leads the Greek national team.

Encestando had also reported that Barcelona was “forced” to study coaching alternatives, with Spanoulis and Ibon Navarro among the first names considered. In the background is agent Misko Raznatovic, already involved in several Barça market files.

18/05/202611:51

Barcelona, Xavi Pascual moving toward Dubai: Spanoulis and Ibon Navarro among first names

According to Encestando, Barcelona now expects Xavi Pascual to leave, despite the coach having two more years on his contract. In the background is a major offer from Dubai BC, a club building a high-level roster with the 2027 Abu Dhabi Final Four in mind.

The Catalan club is therefore being forced to study the coaching market. The first two names mentioned are Vassilis Spanoulis, a high-profile international option, and Ibon Navarro, a less famous but highly qualified coach.

One factor to watch is Misko Raznatovic, agent of both Spanoulis and Navarro, who has already been in frequent contact with Barcelona over Josh Nebo, Oliver Nkamhoua and Nick Weiler-Babb.

18/05/202611:41

Dubai BC strongly interested in Guerschon Yabusele’s return to Europe

Dubai BC is reportedly very interested in bringing Guerschon Yabusele back to Europe after his last two seasons in the NBA.

The French forward played for the Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks and Chicago Bulls, confirming himself as an experienced and physical profile for the European market. Dubai’s interest would fit the club’s ambitious EuroLeague project.

During the 2025/26 NBA season, Yabusele averaged 10.0 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 26 games with Chicago, shooting 38.3% from three. He also appeared in 41 games for the Knicks, averaging 2.7 points.

For Dubai, Yabusele would be a high-level addition to strengthen the roster and boost the club’s international credibility. His European background would make him an immediate-impact signing.

17/05/202621:45

Nuggets could waive Jonas Valanciunas amid crucial offseason decisions

The Denver Nuggets are expected to face several important decisions during the upcoming offseason.

Denver currently has 10 players under contract for the 2026/27 season for a total of roughly $213 million, and according to the Denver Post, Jonas Valanciunas is among the main candidates to leave Colorado.

The Lithuanian center is set to earn $10 million next season, but only $2 million of that salary is guaranteed. As a result, the Nuggets could save up to $9.3 million by waiving Valanciunas using the stretch provision.

The veteran big man already appeared close to joining Panathinaikos last summer, and he would likely attract strong interest from several EuroLeague powerhouses if he decides to return to Europe.

 

17/05/202614:34

Dubai Basketball close to agreement with Xavi Pascual

Dubai Basketball could be close to appointing its new head coach for next season. According to BasketNews, the Emirati club is on the verge of reaching an agreement with Xavi Pascual.

The current FC Barcelona coach is reportedly the chosen candidate to lead Dubai Basketball beginning next season, with the organization planning a long-term project around the experienced Spanish tactician.

Pascual’s current contract with Barcelona reportedly includes a clause that would allow him to leave the agreement at the end of the ongoing season, potentially paving the way for his move to Dubai.

17/05/202614:20

Armoni Brooks future: Greece reports agreement with Partizan Belgrade, but no updates for ROM

News coming from Greece is bound to spark discussion around the future of Olimpia Milano guard Armoni Brooks. According to SPORT24, the American shooting guard has reportedly reached an agreement with Partizan Belgrade for the next two seasons.

The Greek outlet reports that the Serbian club has finalized a deal with Brooks, whose contract with EA7 Emporio Armani Milano expires at the end of the current season. SPORT24 also highlighted Brooks’ EuroLeague numbers: 13.1 points per game, 41.6% shooting from three-point range and 3.5 rebounds, while appearing in all 38 regular season games.

However, according to information gathered by RealOlimpiaMilano after the final buzzer of Game 1 against Pallacanestro Reggiana, sources inside the Italian club stated that, as of today, no communication has arrived from the player’s representatives regarding any agreement already reached with Partizan.

The situation therefore remains open. Brooks is set to become a free agent, and his future is one of the key topics of Milano’s offseason. Interest from top European clubs comes as no surprise after an MVP-caliber LBA season, but at the moment there are no formal notifications in Milano about a completed deal with Partizan.

16/05/202616:37

Yoan Makoundou returns to AS Monaco

AS Monaco has announced the return of Yoan Makoundou for the remainder of the season.

The big man returns to the Monegasque club following his stint in the CBA with Fujian, where he averaged 15.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game.

 

16/05/202616:17

Valencia Basket extend Alvaro Cardenas through 2028

Alvaro Cardenas signed a contract extension with Valencia Basket through 2028, as announced by the Spanish team.

The Spanish point guard, a former Boise State Broncos player, has just returned to the team after spending the season on loan at Peristeri B.C..

In Greece, Cardenas averaged 11.5 points (49% FG, 41% from three), 4.4 assists, and 1.2 steals per game across domestic league action and the FIBA Europe Cup.

The Taronja have also included the 24-year-old in their ACB roster.

16/05/202615:49

Official: Real Madrid sign Omer Yurtseven

Real Madrid Baloncesto have announced the signing of Omer Yurtseven.

The big man, who won a silver medal with Turkey at the latest EuroBasket, has signed a deal through June 30, 2026.

For Yurtseven, this will be his third team this year following stints with Panathinaikos and the Golden State Warriors.

Real Madrid, doppio colpo prima delle Final Four: out Walter Tavares e Alex Len

15/05/202615:46

From Spain | Baskonia not satisfied with coach Paolo Galbiati: replacement being sought

Rumors from Spain are emerging regarding the future of coach Paolo Galbiati. According to reports from Marca, Baskonia are not fully satisfied with the Italian coach and are already looking for a possible replacement.

Despite leading Baskonia to victory in the Copa del Rey, Galbiati’s position is reportedly still under threat. The Italian coach has built a strong relationship with the players, but the club’s management is said to be considering a change and preparing to move in a different direction.

Coach Galbiati signed a one-year contract with an option for a second season last summer when he joined Baskonia, meaning a departure at the end of the season remains a concrete possibility.

15/05/202610:20

Real Madrid in advanced talks with Omer Yurtseven for ACB playoffs

Real Madrid is in advanced talks to sign Omer Yurtseven for the remainder of the season, according to BasketNews.

The Turkish center, born in 1998, would join to strengthen Madrid’s frontcourt rotation for the ACB playoffs, but he would not be eligible for EuroLeague action. Real recently lost both Edy Tavares and Alex Len, leaving Usman Garuba as the only regular center.

Yurtseven started the season with Panathinaikos before finishing the year between the G League and the Golden State Warriors organization. In 9 appearances with Golden State, he averaged 3.8 points and 3.3 rebounds.

Earlier in EuroLeague with Panathinaikos, he posted 6.3 points and 3.5 rebounds in under 13 minutes per game. Real Madrid finished first in the ACB regular season and is also preparing for the EuroLeague Final Four semifinal against Valencia.

15/05/202609:21

Armoni Brooks: Milan is building a competitive team. Let’s find a solution

Armoni Brooks, the LBA league MVP, spoke to *La Gazzetta dello Sport* on the eve of the 2026 LBA Playoffs. Naturally, the conversation also turned to his future, as the player is reportedly holding a lucrative offer from Partizan.

ON A DECISION ABOUT HIS FUTURE

“Not yet, I’m weighing my options. The situation is constantly evolving, so I can’t be certain yet what will happen.”

ON WHAT HE’S LOOKING FOR

“Wherever I am, I just want the chance to compete. I believe the team Milan is building could be very competitive. We just need to take it one day at a time and make sure we find common ground, and we can find a solution.”

14/05/202617:25

Is Walter De Raffaele leaving Cantù to sign with a team in Japan?

Pallacanestro Cantù has lost Walter De Raffaele: the coach has exercised his option to terminate his contract with Acqua S.Bernardo without penalty, as announced by the club.

The decision marks a new chapter for the Brianza-based club, fresh off its return to Serie A. According to Sportando, De Raffaele is expected to continue his career in Japan, in the new Premier B League launching this year, thus leaving the Cantù bench following the promotion.

“In recent weeks,” commented President Roberto Allievi, “the club has begun planning for the 2026–2027 season with the goal of achieving further athletic improvement, while also working on a proposal aimed at encouraging the coach to stay. We understand, however, his decision to seize this important opportunity.”

Cantù now faces a process of technical and managerial restructuring. The club will need to redefine the role of general manager and identify a new head coach to lead the team into the upcoming season.

This marks a major turning point for Pallacanestro Cantù, which must quickly rebuild its organizational structure in preparation for its return to the top division.

13/05/202619:17

Casademont Zaragoza Signs Gabriel Olaseni for the Rest of the Season

Casademont Zaragoza has officially announced the signing of Gabriel Olaseni.

The British big man has signed a deal through the end of the season.

Olaseni arrives from Mersin, where he was averaging 11.1 points and 7.8 rebounds per game in the Turkish BSL.

13/05/202610:35

Dubai Basketball nearing deals with EuroLeague standouts Alpha Diallo and Mamadi Diakite

Dubai Basketball are preparing two major additions for next season. According to BasketNews, the club is finalizing agreements with Alpha Diallo and Mamadi Diakite, two standout EuroLeague players.

Diallo, a 28-year-old 2.01m forward, was named EuroLeague Defensive Player of the Year after averaging 11.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.4 steals with AS Monaco.

Diakite, a 29-year-old 2.06m center, is coming off a strong rookie EuroLeague season with Baskonia. Over the final stretch, he averaged 14 points, 6 rebounds and 1.5 blocks, shooting 71% on two-pointers.

12/05/202621:38

Maccabi Tel Aviv Target J.D. Notae for Late Season Reinforcement

According to Israel Hayom, Maccabi Tel Aviv is attempting to bring J.D. Notae to Israel to replace Jeff Dowtin Jr. for the final stretch of the Winner League season.

The 27-year-old guard has remained without a team following the collapse of Trapani Shark and had already been linked to Maccabi as a potential target for next season.

By making the move now, the team led by GM Claudio Coldebella would get a head start on evaluating Notae’s qualities and his fit with the current roster ahead of next year.

11/05/202615:39

Hapoel Tel Aviv target Jean Montero, ready to offer $2.5 million per season

Hapoel Tel Aviv are reportedly targeting Jean Montero, Valencia’s star guard and one of EuroLeague’s hottest players.
According to the Israeli report, the club are ready to pay his €1.5 million buyout clause.

Hapoel have contacted the player’s agent and made it clear that paying the EuroLeague exit clause in Montero’s Valencia contract would not be an issue. The club have also reportedly submitted an offer worth around $2.5 million per season.

Montero, however, is not rushing his decision. The guard has informed Hapoel Tel Aviv that he has several offers on the table, including NCAA proposals believed to exceed $4 million gross per season.

The Dominican guard has delivered an outstanding EuroLeague season, winning Rising Star honors, earning a First Team selection and averaging 14.4 points, 4.8 assists and 3.0 rebounds. After a win over Hapoel, he had admitted: “I was very close to joining Hapoel Tel Aviv last summer.”

11/05/202614:35

Thorsten Leibenath to leave Ulm after 15 years, joining Bayern Basketball

Thorsten Leibenath will leave ratiopharm Ulm at the end of the season after 15 years with the club.
He will become the new sporting director of FC Bayern Basketball.

A head coach, sporting director, record-setting coach, runner-up and championship architect, Leibenath has shaped an era at the OrangeCampus. Bayern have secured a key figure for the sporting planning of their EuroLeague team and reigning German champions.

Ulm announced the move to provide clarity and prevent speculation, while confirming that Leibenath will continue working with the club until the end of the season. He will then move to Munich during the offseason.

The club also stated that no further comments on the move will be made while the team remains in competition. The focus now is fully on ratiopharm Ulm’s title push.

11/05/202611:30

Pierric Poupet close to Limoges agreement after Asvel exit

Pierric Poupet could continue his coaching career with Limoges after his stint at Asvel.
According to Basketball Sphere, both sides are in advanced talks over a deal for next season.

The French coach is not expected to remain with Asvel, where Tony Parker is set to take over as head coach. For Poupet, this would mark a return to Limoges, 23 years after first joining the club as a player.

Asvel struggled in EuroLeague this season, finishing with an 8-30 record. The team performed much better in LNB Pro A, where it currently sits fourth at 20-9.

Limoges are already working on next season’s roster after another disappointing campaign. The club is between 11th and 13th place at 11-18 and appears unlikely to secure even a play-in spot.

10/05/202613:45

Official: Jimmy Clark III signs Three-Year Extension With Maccabi Tel Aviv

Maccabi Tel Aviv has officially announced a three-year contract extension for Jimmy Clark III.

“We are very happy and proud to continue with Jimmy,” said head coach Oded Kattash after the signing. “It felt like the natural and right decision for both sides. Jimmy has become one of our anchors, and we are very pleased with the tremendous progress he has made and continues to make. Continuity is an important factor for us, so I’m really satisfied.”

The 25-year-old point guard joined Maccabi during the 2024–25 season and immediately made an impact with his contributions on both ends of the floor.

This year, Clark III finished the EuroLeague season averaging 9.5 points, 4.3 assists, and 1.3 steals in 19 minutes per game.

09/05/202619:44

Olimpia Milano Reportedly Showing Interest in Jan Vesely

According to Encestando, Olimpia Milano is currently the team showing the strongest interest in Jan Vesely.

The 36-year-old former NBA lottery pick, who is expected to leave Barcelona after 4 years, finished the EuroLeague season averaging 8.7 points and 3.3 rebounds in 21 minutes per game.

The two sides have reportedly already opened negotiations, although no agreement has been reached so far.

08/05/202614:42

Olimpia Milano exploring Duane Washington Jr. if Armoni Brooks renewal talks collapse

According to ROM and Sportando, Olimpia Milano are evaluating alternative options in case negotiations to renew Armoni Brooks collapse, with Duane Washington Jr. emerging as a target, who is coming off an excellent season with Partizan Belgrade.

Washington is currently under contract with the Serbian club until 2026, with an option for an additional season. However, Milano are believed to have made progress in recent talks. Despite this, the club’s main priority remains extending Brooks’ contract.

During the latest EuroLeague season, Washington averaged 15 points and 2.5 assists per game.

08/05/202607:41

Gordon Herbert set to join New Zealand Breakers in major NBL coup

The New Zealand Breakers are moving toward a major coaching hire. According to Fox Sports Australia, the NBL club is set to appoint Gordon Herbert as its next head coach following the departure of Petteri Koponen.

Herbert, 67, is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished coaches in international basketball. He has led major European clubs, including Bayern Munich, and is best known for his successful spell with Germany’s men’s national team from 2021 to 2024.

Currently the head coach of Canada, Herbert would bring elite international experience to the Breakers after the club missed out on Judd Flavell and Mody Maor. His arrival would represent one of the biggest coaching moves on the NBL market.

07/05/202621:58

Sylvain Francisco Reportedly Near Dubai Deal with NBA-Out Clause

As previously reported, Sylvain Francisco, the talented point guard currently playing for Žalgiris Kaunas, plans to pursue an NBA opportunity this summer.

Should the attempt in the United States not work out, the 28-year-old French guard is expected to join the ambitious Dubai Basketball for next season.

The news was reported by Basketball Sphere.

Francisco and Dubai are reportedly close to finalizing an agreement that would include an NBA-out clause in case the player receives an offer from the league.

At the moment, no further details of the deal have been revealed.

07/05/202619:29

Azuolas Tubelis Reportedly Drawing EuroLeague Interest After Breakout Season with Zalgiris

Azuolas Tubelis has emerged as one of the few real breakout stories of this EuroLeague season, and his recent performance in Žalgiris Kaunas’ win over Fenerbahçe Beko in Game 3 was just the latest example of his two-way impact.

According to BasketNews, the former Arizona standout has attracted interest from several EuroLeague clubs despite being under contract with Zalgiris.

Tubelis signed a 2+1 deal last summer, with an NBA-only exit clause in 2026, meaning the Lithuanian club would hold strong leverage in any potential negotiations. Some league insiders reportedly estimate his buyout at around €1 million.

In his debut EuroLeague campaign, Tubelis is averaging 12 points and 4.5 rebounds in 22 minutes per game, while shooting an impressive 58% from the field, 40% from three-point range, and 72% from the free-throw line.

Highly impressive numbers for a 24-year-old power forward in his firstEuroleague season.

06/05/202621:50

Jimmy Clark III Reportedly Signing Extension with Maccabi Tel Aviv Through 2028

Jimmy Clark III has reached an agreement to extend his contract with Maccabi Tel Aviv through 2028.

The news was reported by Walla! Sports.

Clark III will earn around $2 million over the next two years, a significant increase compared to his current deal, which paid $450,000 this season and $550,000 for the next.

The point guard recently posted a 19-point, 11-assist double-double in a win over Hapoel Jerusalem and becomes the second key player retained by the Israeli club, following  Jaylen Hoard.

Clark III finished the EuroLeague season averaging 9.5 points, 4.3 assists, and 1.3 steals in 19 minutes per game.

06/05/202616:05

Márcio Santos leaves Maccabi Tel Aviv to join LSU in NCAA

Márcio Santos will continue his career in the NCAA, as the South American player is leaving Maccabi Tel Aviv and has officially committed to LSU for next season.

The 23-year-old, 6-foot-9 forward stood out in EuroLeague with Maccabi, averaging 6.9 points in 14 minutes per game while shooting an impressive 40% from three-point range.

For coach Will Wade, Santos represents a major addition in terms of talent and upside. LSU could also add Saliou Niang, who has reportedly received a $7 million offer from the university for next season.

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