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31/03/202608:58

Mundo Deportivo confirms: Moses Wright has reached an agreement with Barcelona

Barcelona has already completed its first signing ahead of the 2026/27 season: Moses Wright. This confirms a report from Sportando two weeks ago. The news comes from Mundo Deportivo, which reports that the American center from Zalgiris Kaunas has reached a two-year agreement with the Blaugrana club.

In recent days, Wright had confirmed that he had both an offer from Barça and a renewal proposal from Zalgiris on the table, without, however, publicly committing to his future. Instead, he lashed out at the media.

According to reports emerging in recent hours, Zalgiris is already planning for the future, taking the big man’s departure at the end of the season almost for granted. Wright, 27, is one of the most productive centers in this EuroLeague, averaging nearly 13 points and 6 rebounds, and is considered a very good fit for a more athletic and mobile frontcourt.

30/03/202622:49

EuroLeague and NBA move closer to potential partnership as NBA Europe plans take shape

According to Eurohoops, European basketball could be on the verge of a historic turning point. The EuroLeague and the NBA are expected to hold a new meeting in the coming days, aiming to create a joint project, even as the bidding process for NBA Europe nears its conclusion ahead of a potential 2027 launch.

Interest from investors—mainly U.S. funds targeting markets such as the UK and Rome—remains strong, although no group appears willing to meet the reported €500 million entry fee. Local interest, particularly in Paris, is also present, while Middle Eastern funds are currently more cautious due to geopolitical tensions.

Meanwhile, the EuroLeague Board is set to meet on April 14 to decide next season’s format, with a 20-team structure still the most likely outcome given uncertainties surrounding teams like Monaco and ASVEL. However, if an agreement with the NBA is reached—potentially involving FIBA—a 24-team competition could emerge, aligning calendars and opening a new chapter for European basketball after decades of division.

30/03/202615:38

Crvena Zvezda open talks with Chris Jones for next season

Crvena Zvezda have opened initial talks with Chris Jones, the point guard of Hapoel Tel Aviv, ahead of the 2026/27 season. The report comes from Israel Hayom, which says the Serbian club has genuine interest in the American guard, whose contract in Israel expires at the end of the current campaign.

According to the same report, there are currently no ongoing extension talks between Jones and Hapoel Tel Aviv, even though the club has been working in recent months to renew several contracts across the roster. That leaves the possibility of a summer departure very much alive unless something changes dramatically late in the season.

Jones, 32, is averaging 9.5 points, 1.7 rebounds and 3.5 assists in the EuroLeague this season for Hapoel Tel Aviv. Over the course of his European career, he has also played for Maccabi Tel Aviv, ASVEL and Valencia Basket, establishing himself as a proven backcourt option at EuroLeague level.

30/03/202615:13

Utah State finalizing five-year deal with Ben Jacobson as next head coach

Utah State is finalizing a five-year contract with Ben Jacobson to make him the program’s next head coach. According to the report, the deal is close to completion and would bring in one of the most experienced coaches in college basketball.

Jacobson spent 20 seasons at Northern Iowa, where he won 397 games and led the program to five NCAA Tournament appearances. His résumé makes him a major hire for a school looking to strengthen its direction on the bench.

For Utah State, this would mean handing the program to a coach known for stability, consistency and long-term success. The final steps of the agreement are now reportedly being completed.

30/03/202611:21

Partizan, Carlik Jones’ agent hints at a 2026/27 extension

Carlik Jones appears increasingly likely to remain with Partizan Belgrade for the 2026/27 season. The latest clue came from his agent Joshua Goodwin, who posted an Instagram Story showing one black and one white dot, an apparent reference to Partizan’s colors.

According to reports from Serbia, especially MozzartSport, negotiations between the two sides are progressing well. Partizan have already made clear their intention to keep the South Sudan guard, despite reported interest from several EuroLeague teams.

Jones missed a significant portion of the season because of injury, but in his 11 EuroLeague appearances he has averaged 15.1 points, 2.8 rebounds and 4.9 assists in 28 minutes per game, with a 17.1 PIR. Those numbers help explain why Partizan are eager to secure his future.

29/03/202610:33

Olimpia Milano Monitoring Jaylen Hoard for Next Season

Olimpia Milano is continuing to work on the roster for the 2026/27 season and is closely evaluating Jaylen Hoard, according to  Alessandro Maggi of RealOlimpiaMilano.

The 26-year-old French forward is under contract with Maccabi Tel Aviv until 2028 but has an exit clause at the end of this season.

Milano continues to prioritize re-signing Zach LeDay, but if Josh Nebo departs, the Italian club could target a more physical forward to pair with Devin Booker at center, alongside another stretch-five option.

Hoard is emerging as a strong candidate for that role, and Milano could make a move this summer. The club’s strategy is expected to be clearer by mid-April.

If LeDay were to leave, another option could be Alec Peters of Olympiacos, who has also recently drawn interest from Real Madrid.

This season, Hoard is averaging 12 points and 7 rebounds in 28 minutes per game in the EuroLeague, shooting 53% from the field, 33% from three, and 85% from the free-throw line.

28/03/202621:15

Hapoel Tel Aviv Reportedly Targeting Zach LeDay

Despite being in the middle of a strong season with potential for a deep EuroLeague postseason run, Hapoel Tel Aviv has already started working on the market to build an even more ambitious roster for 2026/27.

According to Noa Poplinger, the Israeli club has already contacted the representatives of Zach LeDay, who is set to become a free agent from Olimpia Milano.

The team reportedly also discussed the situation directly with the player about a month ago, during Milano’s road game in Tel Aviv.

The report adds that LeDay is drawing interest from several EuroLeague teams, while Milano remains determined to extend his stay in Italy.

This season, LeDay is averaging 13.3 points and 4.3 rebounds in 25 minutes per game, shooting 52% from two-point range, an impressive 49% from beyond the arc, and 82% from the free-throw line.

 

28/03/202615:19

Barcelona tables $6M Two-Year offer for Josh Nebo

Olimpia Milano could see one of its players, Josh Nebo, depart, as the center has an exit clause in his contract with the Italian club. According to ROM, Barcelona has offered the Olimpia Milano big man a two-year deal worth $6 million.

Here’s what we read: “Josh Nebo is under contract with Olimpia Milano for next season as well, as revealed months ago by ROM, but with an exit clause of around $500,000–$600,000. At the moment, no formal notice of exit has been submitted, but…

Sources gathered by ROM suggest the player has already expressed a desire to explore the market. This could indicate that a decision has already been made — namely, a departure.

Barcelona is in the background, having already secured Moses Wright from Žalgiris, and has now reportedly offered around $6 million over two years, according to ROM. As of today, the odds point toward a likely exit. This will lead the club to adjust its market strategies. We will discuss this further in the coming days.”

27/03/202616:22

Valencia targets Andrej Jakimovski

Valencia is keeping a very close eye on Andrej Jakimovski, according to information obtained by Sportando in the last few hours.

The Macedonian national, who was raised in Italy, played for Washington State University and the University of Colorado before joining Aquila Trento last summer.

The 203-centimeter small forward, born in 2001, is averaging 9.2 points and 5 rebounds in the LBA this season, along with 10.8 points and 6.1 rebounds in the EuroCup. The player has one more year remaining on his contract with Trento.

Andrej Jakimovski could thus be yet another gem developed by Aquila, just a few months after the breakout stars Saliou Niang and Quinn Ellis.

27/03/202611:30

Valencia reportedly to extends Omari Moore

Omari Moore is reported to have signed a one-year contract extension with Valencia. This is according to Andrea Calzoni and encestando.

The guard, born in 2000, is averaging 8.88 points per game in the ACB and 9.0 in the EuroLeague this season.

27/03/202611:10

Anadolu Efes’ Vincent Poirier reportedly not in club’s future plans

After two seasons in Turkey, Vincent Poirier is reportedly no longer part of Anadolu Efes’ future plans, according to encestando. The French center will therefore have to look elsewhere ahead of next season.

The situation is curious because Poirier had signed a three-year contract with Efes in the summer of 2024. This means that any separation would not result from the natural expiration of the contract, but rather from a coaching decision or a termination to be determined.

This season, the French center has played four games in the BSL, averaging 5 points and 5.3 rebounds, and 7.3 points and 4.1 rebounds in the EuroLeague.

27/03/202608:51

Devon Hall to sign with Olimpia Milano: all details

Devon Hall is returning to Olimpia Milano. The news was reported this morning by realolimpiamilano.com: at the end of the season, the Virginia Beach guard will leave Turkey and Fenerbahçe.

According to the website, the contract will run through 2029, making it a three-year deal. The red-and-white club beat out Dubai Basketball and Fenerbahce itself, both of which had offered multi-million-dollar deals, also for three seasons.

A three-time Serie A champion with Olimpia Milano, Devon Hall was one of the architects of Sarunas Jasikevicius’s Fenerbahce’s Grand Slam in 2024-2025 and a key player in the winning Final Four in Abu Dhabi.

This season, Devon Hall is averaging 8.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in the BSL, and 9.4 points, 3 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in the EuroLeague.

26/03/202612:29

Olivier Nkamhoua-Barcelona, here we go. Is the Finnish player’s future with the Blaugrana?

Update: Olivier Nkamhoua’s future lies in Spain. This was revealed just moments ago to Sportando. The Cameroonian is reportedly in agreement with Barcelona.

First today’s report

Olivier Nkamhoua is emerging as one of the most interesting names for the next European market after a season that has boosted both his value and visibility. The Openjobmetis Varese forward is reportedly being tracked by Partizan, Valencia and Barcelona, with more attention growing in recent weeks.

The 6-foot-8 forward, born in 2000, is averaging 15 points and 5.6 rebounds per game in the LBA this season. In his two stints with the national team, he has averaged 15 points and 6 rebounds. Partizan have reportedly followed him for some time, while Valencia and Barcelona are also said to have gathered information with the 2026-27 season in mind.

For now, however, there are no concrete economic developments and the player remains focused on finishing the season strongly with Varese. Helping OJM push toward a return to European competition would also be the best way for Nkamhoua to strengthen his case for a EuroLeague move.

Source: La Prealpina

26/03/202612:14

Also Crvena Zvezda in the mix for Virtus Bologna’s Alessandro Pajola

Crvena Zvezda has also joined the race to sign Alessandro Pajola. The news was reported in recent hours by ROM and Sportando. The interest is very real.

Born in 1999 in Ancona, the 6-foot-4 point guard Alessandro Pajola has established himself as one of the best defenders in the EuroLeague. His outstanding performance is the result of a relationship with Virtus Bologna that began in 2015.

It has been a successful developmental gamble for the black-and-white club, which named him captain last summer following Marco Belinelli’s retirement. However, his contract expires on June 30, and for some time now, various media outlets have reported his departure as a certainty.

In recent weeks, there has been talk of Maccabi and Hapoel Tel Aviv, as well as Real Madrid and even Olimpia Milano. Peppe Poeta has never hidden his appreciation for the player, who has 63 caps with the national team.

But, according to reports from ROM and Sportando—and as reported today in Repubblica-Milano and Bologna—negotiations have not taken off. Instead, Crvena Zvezda has entered the picture: the club historically linked to Milos Teodosic, a true mentor and role model for Alessandro Pajola during their time together at Virtus Bologna.

25/03/202613:34

Partizan dream of major returns: from Bogdan Bogdanovic to Smailagic and Avramovic

Partizan are reportedly planning a major summer reset with the aim of rebuilding both team identity and connection with the fan base. According to the Serbian report, the club is considering a “restart” built around players who already left a strong mark in Belgrade.

Among the names mentioned are Alen Smailagic, described as the most realistic option, and Aleksa Avramovic, considered a more difficult target. The wishlist also reportedly includes Vladimir Lucic, Jan Vesely, Dante Exum and above all Bogdan Bogdanovic, who is described as the absolute priority.

For now, however, these remain market rumors rather than confirmed negotiations from the club. The overall idea is clear: bring back players who combine talent, identity and strong symbolic value for the Partizan project.

Fonte: Sportissimo, citando Mozzart Sport

25/03/202612:16

UNICS Kazan make move for Xavier Munford to strengthen point guard spot

UNICS Kazan have targeted Xavier Munford as they look to strengthen the point guard position following the departure of C.J. Bryce, according to the sources you cited. Munford has recently left Hapoel Holon and is now drawing attention from several teams.

The American guard is a well-known and experienced profile in European basketball, with previous stops in Italy as well. This season he averaged 12.6 points in the Winner League and 13.7 points in the Basketball Champions League for Holon, numbers that help explain the current market interest. Source: sources provided by the user

For Kazan, he would be an important addition at a time when the club is searching for new answers in the backcourt. It now remains to be seen whether UNICS’ offer will be enough to win the race for Munford.

25/03/202611:33

Valencia Basket extends its partnership with Pedro Martínez until 2028

Valencia Basket has reached an agreement with the head coach of its men’s team, Pedro Martínez, to extend their partnership for one more season. With the new contract, the relationship between the two sides will now run until the end of the 2027–28 season.

Martínez is currently in his fourth season as head coach of the “taronja” bench, across his two spells at the club. During this campaign, he has become the coach with the most wins (184) and the most games coached (251) with the men’s professional team. He has also reached the milestone of being the first coach to win more than one title with the men’s team, adding the 2025 Endesa Supercup to the Endesa League title he lifted in the 2016–17 season.

Although there are still five rounds left to play in the EuroLeague regular season, the “taronja” team has already set new records for total wins and home victories in Europe’s top competition. The team is now entering the decisive stage of its two main competitions, having demonstrated a clear identity and style that has enabled it to compete with any opponent, including those with much larger budgets.

Pedro Martínez’s overall record with Valencia Basket stands at 184–67, representing a 73.3% win rate, which makes him the coach with the highest winning percentage in the club’s history.

23/03/202621:51

Jaka Lakovic, decisive hours at Gran Canaria as resignation rumors emerge

Jaka Lakovic has become the center of growing speculation in Spain, with local media and basketball rumor accounts suggesting that the coach could even consider stepping down if he believed it would help the team. For now, however, the story remains in the rumor stage: there has been no official club statement confirming any resignation.

The background, though, is clearly tense. Just a few days ago, Lakovic publicly took full responsibility for Gran Canaria’s European elimination, calling it one of the hardest defeats and saying: “The responsibility is mine, and mine alone.” That was already a strong sign of personal pressure around the situation.

At the same time, club president Sitapha Savané told EFE that as long as he keeps seeing Lakovic with strength, the team has a better chance, which suggests that the key issue is also the coach’s ability to keep leading in such a difficult moment. The next few hours may therefore be important, but there is still no official split as of now.

Fonte: Rumores de basket / COPE Gran Canaria / EFE

23/03/202616:42

Barcelona interested in Mike James for the upcoming summer market

Barcelona could be one of the main protagonists of the upcoming summer transfer market, as the club has reportedly initiated contacts with Mike James.

According to Lucas Clemente of Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona is in negotiations with Mike James in an attempt to reach an agreement starting from next season. The American guard could be one of the biggest EuroLeague stars on the move this summer, as he is expected to leave Monaco.

23/03/202616:13

Fenerbahce close to extending Nicolò Melli’s contract

Fenerbahce is reportedly close to reaching an agreement to extend Nicolò Melli’s contract. The Italian big man is currently sidelined with an injury, but he has been a crucial piece in coach Sarunas Jasikevicius’ system throughout the season.

After reports from Sportando and Eurodevotion, confirmation has also arrived from BasketNews, with the two sides now reportedly very close to finalizing a deal that would keep Melli at Fenerbahce for the coming years.

So far in this EuroLeague season, Melli has averaged 6.5 points and 5.0 rebounds per game, providing a strong impact, especially on the defensive end of the floor.

23/03/202610:49

Paris Basketball has decided to end its partnership with Francesco Tabellini

Paris Basketball has decided to end its partnership with Francesco Tabellini. The news was revealed to Sportando just a few hours ago.

Born in Modena in 1983, Francesco Tabellini arrived in Paris in the summer of 2025 after a long apprenticeship in Treviso and a successful stint with Nymburk, which culminated in two national titles.

The decision reportedly came yesterday following the league loss to Bourg, the team’s fourth consecutive defeat (including the EuroLeague) and fifth in its last six games. Paris currently holds a 12-21 record in Europe and a 16-7 record in the Betclic Elite, where it sits third behind Monaco and Nanterre. Paris Basketball has reportedly decided to part ways with Francesco Tabellini. The news was revealed to Sportando in the last few hours. An official statement is expected.

22/03/202616:06

Devin Hall Reportedly Set for Olimpia Milano Return on Two-Year Deal

According to multiple reports, Olimpia Milano have already secured the return of Devin Hall for next season.

EuroDevotion reports a “significant two-year agreement,” with the player having already informed the management and coaching staff of Fenerbahce of his decision.

The news of the deal has also been confirmed by Backdoor Podcast.

After a perfect first season with the Turkish club, Hall is averaging 9.6 points and 2.8 assists per game in the EuroLeague this year.

The former Virginia standout is a versatile guard and a highly reliable two-way player, an ideal piece to help build the next Olimpia Milano.

22/03/202614:42

Jae Crowder Headlines Vaqueros de Bayamón’s New Signings for BSN Title Defense

The Vaqueros de Bayamón have announced the signing of three imports for the upcoming BSN season: Jae Crowder, Jaylin Galloway and Xavier Cooks.

Crowder, a 35-year-old forward with 13 NBA seasons under his belt, returns to action after a brief stint with the Sacramento Kings in 2024/25. He will be tasked with filling the void left by Danilo Gallinari.

Both Galloway and Cooks arrive in Puerto Rico following their season in the NBL with the Sydney Kings.

Below is the roster of the team set to defend its BSN title.

21/03/202621:24

EuroLeague Interest Growing Around Codi Miller-McIntyre

The recent presence of Codi Miller-McIntyre’s Spanish agent at the game between Olympiacos and Baskonia has sparked speculation about his future.

The point guard is set to become a free agent, with Crvena Zvezda already submitting an offer to keep him on the roster.

According to SDNA, several top EuroLeague teams are monitoring his situation closely.

This season, Miller-McIntyre leads the EuroLeague in assists with 7.2 per game, while also averaging 12.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1 steal.

 

19/03/202612:25

Cameron Hunt on EuroLeague radar as Joventut try to keep him

The name of Cameron Hunt is gaining traction on the European market, with several Spanish EuroLeague teams reportedly keeping a close eye on him for next season. The guard is seen as a possible option for rosters that may reshuffle their backcourt in the coming months.

His situation, however, will not be easy for interested clubs. Joventut are said to be determined to keep the player, fully aware of his value and of the impact he has had on the team.

Any club willing to sign him will therefore need to submit a strong financial offer to convince the green-and-black side. This season, Hunt is averaging 16.8 points in ACB and 13.4 in the BCL, underlining his status as one of the most interesting names on the market.

Fonte: Piratas

19/03/202612:19

Partizan reportedly makes Carlik Jones a top priority for next season

Partizan are reportedly already working on keeping Carlik Jones for next season, with another roster rebuild expected in the summer. The club’s intention is said to be to move forward with their leader still in black and white.

After four months out with a foot injury, the point guard returned following the Radivoj Korac Cup and made an immediate impact. His comeback brought back playmaking, energy and leadership, as shown right away in the win in Bologna against Virtus.

Jones himself had previously left the door open to staying, saying he loves Partizan and has only received respect and affection from the club. At the same time, he explained that the matter is now between the front office and his agent.

Source: Mozzart Sport

19/03/202611:51

Barcelona to sign Moses Wright for next season

Barcelona have reportedly reached an agreement with Moses Wright for next season, with the deal running through 2028. The big man is currently playing a key role in EuroLeague for Zalgiris Kaunas.

This EuroLeague season, Wright is averaging 12.9 points and 6.1 rebounds, confirming himself as one of the most intriguing names on the European market. His addition would be a major move for Barcelona’s frontcourt.

The Catalan club are looking to be very aggressive on the market. Alongside Wright, Barcelona are reportedly in a bidding war with Efes for Sylvain Francisco and are also monitoring Nadir Hifi.

19/03/202610:53

Virtus Bologna’s Dusko Ivanovic future in doubt: Aris monitoring the situation

The chances of Dusko Ivanovic renewing with Virtus Bologna are reportedly decreasing, according to Prealpina and also Corriere di Bologna. At the moment, there seems to be no real progress in talks over a new deal for the Montenegrin coach.

Meanwhile, Aris Thessaloniki are said to be keeping a close eye on the situation as they prepare for an ambitious offseason with a stronger budget. Ivanovic is reportedly one of the names under consideration, alongside Paolo Galbiati, in a coaching market crossover involving Bologna as well.

However, the Galbiati track for Virtus Bologna appears to have cooled down. It is worth remembering that almost a year ago Virtus announced a one-year extension for Ivanovic, who then went on to win the Italian title by beating Pallacanestro Brescia in the finals.

18/03/202619:49

Fenerbahce reach agreement with Wade Baldwin on contract extension

Fenerbahce will continue to rely on Wade Baldwin for the upcoming seasons. According to Sportando, the player has reached an agreement with the Turkish club to extend his contract.

Baldwin’s new multi-million deal now runs through 2028. During the current EuroLeague season, the guard is averaging 14.4 points, 5.7 assists, and 3.3 rebounds per game.

17/03/202620:58

Louis Labeyrie Returns to SIG Strasbourg

Louis Labeyrie is a new player of SIG Strasbourg, as officially announced by the club.

The experienced big man will replace the injured William Pfister.

Labeyrie, who previously played for Strasbourg in the 2017/18 season, started this year with Dreamland Gran Canaria, where he averaged 5.2 points and 2.9 rebounds in 18 minutes per game.

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