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03/09/202512:53

Fenerbahce reportedly in advanced talks with Armando Bacot

Fenerbahce Beko is in advanced negotiations to sign Armando Bacot, according to Aris Barkas. The American centre, fresh from a season in the NBA G League with the Memphis Hustle, averaged 16.8 points and 9.5 rebounds per game.

In this Summer League, he played six games with Memphis, averaging 8.3 points and 5.5 rebounds.

Bacot’s arrival would further strengthen the Euroleague champions’ frontcourt, especially given Jilson Bango’s injury.

02/09/202512:33

Talen Horton-Tucker between NBA and Fenerbahce: decision coming soon

The future of Talen Horton-Tucker is close to being decided. After six years in the NBA with the Lakers, Jazz, and Bulls, the 24-year-old guard is on the verge of a first European experience. According to SDNA, Fenerbahce Istanbul, the reigning EuroLeague champions, lead the race if no NBA offer convinces him.

Despite a reduced role last season in Chicago, Horton-Tucker flashed his talent in April (13.3 points per game), drawing interest from Real Madrid and Anadolu Efes. Both clubs pushed hard, but Sarunas Jasikevicius’ team remains in pole position.

With his mix of strength and creativity, Horton-Tucker could become a key piece in Fenerbahce’s backcourt. The countdown is on: NBA or Fenerbahce, a final decision is expected soon.

01/09/202519:25

Partizan’s Frank Ntilikina reportedl’y extends deal until 2027 with reduced salary

Partizan Belgrade have agreed to extend Frank Ntilikina’s contract for another year, keeping him with the team until 2027. The French guard accepted a significant pay cut.

Though Monaco had shown interest this summer, Ntilikina expressed his desire to stay. “I’m more ready than ever, you will see the best version of me,” he said.

After an injury-hit season, Ntilikina averaged 7 points and 2 assists in the EuroLeague, and 6.7 points per game in the ABA League.

Source: Telesport

01/09/202510:28

Fenerbahce reportedly close to a deal with Talen Horton-Tucker

According to BasketNews, Talen Horton-Tucker is close to signing with Fenerbahçe Istanbul, the reigning EuroLeague champions. The 24-year-old former NBA player is in advanced negotiations for his first experience of playing in Europe.

After playing in 305 NBA games for the Lakers, Jazz and Bulls, the 193 cm guard, who was born in 2000 and attended Iowa State University, averaged 9.2 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.8 assists. In his final season in Chicago, he averaged 6.5 points, showing an upward trend.

There is still a small window of opportunity for him in the NBA, but if that does not materialise, Horton-Tucker will begin his European career at one of the most prestigious venues in continental basketball.

31/08/202511:36

Manisa Strengthens Frontcourt with the Signing of Jayce Johnson

Manisa Basket has bolstered its frontcourt with the addition of Jayce Johnson.

The big man arrives in Turkey after a solid season with Trieste, where he averaged 9.1 points and 6.6 rebounds in just 19 minutes per game, ranking among the top offensive rebounders in the LBA.

30/08/202510:34

Sagesse Strengthens Backcourt with Signings of Erick Green and Tony Carr

Sagesse has bolstered its backcourt by adding two familiar faces to Italian basketball fans, guards Erick Green and Tony Carr.

Green spent last season with Napoli, averaging 15.9 points on 51% shooting, 36% from three, and 82% from the line in 28 minutes per game.

Carr, who previously played as a rookie with Torino and Cantù, joins Sagesse after an impressive campaign in the West Asia Super League with Al-Manama, where he posted 22.9 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per contest.

29/08/202510:26

Maccabi Tel Aviv reportedly targets Clifford Omoruyi

Maccabi Tel Aviv is considering signing Clifford Omoruyi.

The Nigerian center, born in 2001 and standing at 211 cm, is coming off an NCAA season at Alabama where he averaged 7.9 points and 6.5 rebounds.

In the summer, he played three games in the Summer League with the Toronto Raptors, averaging 4 minutes per game.

28/08/202514:45

Panathinaikos: Marius Grigonis could be ready for EuroLeague opener against Bayern Munich

Panathinaikos will face Bayern Munich in their 2025-2026 EuroLeague season debut and might also count on the presence of Marius Grigonis.

The Lithuanian guard has been dealing with back problems and, in recent weeks, was spotted doing individual workouts on the court. Here are the words of head coach Ergin Ataman, speaking to Basketnews about his player.

Ataman said: “I hope he is fine. He has already started practicing and has done excellent individual workouts. I believe that in two weeks he will begin regular team practices. And I hope that in the first EuroLeague game he will be 100% ready to get back to playing basketball”.

26/08/202514:24

Tension in Slovenia: Luka Doncic and the tough confrontation with teammates

The road to EuroBasket 2025 has been far from impressive for Slovenia. The national team suffered several defeats, including a heavy 106-72 loss against Serbia.

According to SportKlub, team leader Luka Doncic reportedly addressed his teammates with harsh words, trying to spark some energy within the squad and deliver a wake-up call.

Slovenia’s preparation record ahead of EuroBasket 2025 stands at one win and five losses. This series of setbacks is said to have triggered Doncic’s frustration.

25/08/202514:16

Ofer Yannay reveals that Nigel Hayes-Davis was close to signing with Hapoel Tel Aviv

Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yannay gave an interview to the club’s official channels, revealing a sensational transfer story. The Israeli club was reportedly very close to signing Nigel Hayes-Davis, the recent MVP of the EuroLeague Final Four. Below are his statements.

Yannay’s words: “We were certain we would bring in Nigel Hayes-Davis. We were convinced it would happen. He had an option in the NBA and, in fact, told us he would join us only if he failed to secure a contract overseas. We talked about it and that’s what was supposed to happen, but then Phoenix offered him $7.5 million per season and promised 15 minutes per game.”

Hapoel Tel Aviv thus came close to pulling off a major signing this past summer, and next season will compete in the EuroLeague as the reigning EuroCup champion.

24/08/202519:47

Danilo Gallinari: “Received calls from Italian and EuroLeague teams. Milan? No, zero contacts”

Danilo Gallinari was a guest on the A Cresta Alta podcast and, among various topics, he also spoke about his dream of returning to Olimpia Milano and about the transfer market.

On a potential return to Olimpia Milano, Gallinari said: “Let’s make this clear once and for all. First of all, to return to Milan you need to be wanted. Has it always been my dream? Yes, it has, and I’ve always said that. Even when I was in the NBA, in recent years, I thought about coming back to Milan. But again, to return you need to be wanted. It’s not like I wake up in the morning, make a call and say, ‘Hey guys, I’m ready to come back, do you want me?’ It doesn’t work like that.

In the past two or three years, I’ve received phone calls—either me, my father, his agency, or my American agent—from Italian and EuroLeague teams. Even recently, and I thank all the teams who reached out, who showed interest or asked, even when I was under contract in the U.S., what my situation was or what my future plans were. From Milan, I never received a phone call. To come back, you need to be wanted. At 37 years old, it’s very difficult now to return to Europe, for both basketball and off-the-court reasons.”

23/08/202522:32

Ironi Ness Ziona Signs Damion Lee for Upcoming Season

Ironi Ness Ziona has announced the signing of Damion Lee for the upcoming season.

The guard arrives in Europe after seven NBA seasons and a championship title won with the Golden State Warriors in 2022.

In the NBA, Lee posted career averages of 7.8 points and 3.2 rebounds in 19 minutes per game, with a career-high 12.7 points per game in the 2020 season.

23/08/202519:26

Official: Tony Snell Signs with Boulazac

Tony Snell is making his first move to Europe after reaching an agreement with Boulazac.

The 33-year-old swingman, who has nearly 650 NBA games under his belt, spent the past three seasons competing in the G League.

23/08/202514:30

Panathinaikos president reveals intention to renew Dinos Mitoglou’s contract

Panathinaikos could soon reach an agreement with Dinos Mitoglou over a contract extension. The Greek forward is a key piece for coach Ergin Ataman’s team, and the club’s intention is to secure him for the long term.

According to Dimitris Giannakopoulos, who spoke during an Instagram live session, the plan is to lock down the player with a five-year deal.

Mitoglou’s current contract is set to expire at the end of next season, while in the 2024-2025 EuroLeague campaign he averaged 6 points and 2.9 rebounds per game.

22/08/202517:45

Bayern Munich close to signing Isiaha Mike

Bayern Munich are close to signing Isiaha Mike, who recently parted ways with Partizan Belgrade after struggling to fully showcase his talent with the Serbian club.

According to BasketNews, the deal is in its final stages and would see Mike play in the German league next season, as well as in the EuroLeague.

In last season’s EuroLeague campaign, Mike averaged 3.9 points and 2.4 rebounds per game with Partizan Belgrade.

22/08/202516:30

Future of Iffe Lundberg: Zenit and Olympiacos interested

Iffe Lundberg’s future will not be at Partizan Belgrade, and this has been known for several weeks. The Danish guard was unable to find consistency last season and will therefore need to secure a new team.

According to TeleSport, both Zenit St. Petersburg and Olympiacos are showing interest in the Danish player, who is considered a valuable profile for the ongoing roster building of both clubs.

Lundberg will leave Partizan Belgrade, with the Serbian club having already informed him to seek his next destination.

20/08/202519:24

San Pablo Burgos Announces the Signing of Jermaine Samuels Jr

American power forward Jermaine Samuels Jr. has chosen the Spanish club San Pablo Burgos to begin his professional career in Europe.

After spending five seasons at Villanova, Samuels Jr. played his first three professional years primarily in the G League, making 14 NBA appearances with the Houston Rockets during the 2023/24 season.

Last season, he averaged 13.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.2 steals per game with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.

 

19/08/202521:05

 Barcelona Reportedly Targeting Former Celtics Forward Miles Norris

According to Oscar Herreros, Barcelona is closely monitoring Miles Norris, a 25-year-old forward recently released by the Boston Celtics.

Norris was on a Two-Way contract with the Celtics but spent most of last season in the G League, averaging 17.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 38% from three with the Memphis Hustle, and 14.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 39% from deep with the Maine Celtics.

For the 25-year-old UCSB product, this would mark his second experience in Europe, following a brief four-game stint in the Turkish BSL during his rookie season.

19/08/202519:32

Bursaspor Signs VJ King for 2025/26 Season

 Bursaspor has officially announced the signing of VJ King.

The versatile swingman joins the Turkish club after a season with Pesaro, where he averaged 13.8 points, 5 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game.

19/08/202508:36

Virtus Bologna reportedly wants to close the deal for Kai Jones in two days

Kai Jones is still in the orbit of Virtus Bologna, but it is now an ultimatum for the black and white club. Let’s read Alessandro Gallo of Il Carlino.

“Waiting, possibly, for the announcement related to Kai Jones. For Virtus, he is the most suitable profile. The problem is the player’s willingness, who, like many, is reluctant to leave the NBA.

Virtus has presented a concrete and attractive proposal. However, it will not repeat the Procida soap opera. If Kai says yes, he will have to do so within a couple of days. Otherwise, Virtus will thank him and go its separate ways.”

17/08/202518:59

Bursaspor adds Bryant Crawford and Sagaba Konate to the roster

Bursaspor has strengthened its squad with the additions of point guard Bryant Crawford and center Sagaba Konate.

Crawford returns to the BSL after a season in VTB League with Avtodor Saratov, where he averaged 12.9 points, 4.2 assists and 1.2 steals. Konate joins from Balikesir in the Turkish second division, where he posted 15 points and 7 rebounds per game while shooting 65% from the field.

17/08/202518:32

Aris BC Signs Former NBA Champion Bryn Forbes

Aris BC has officially announced the signing of guard Bryn Forbes.

The 2021 NBA champion with the Milwaukee Bucks has agreed to a one-year deal with the Greek club.

Forbes, who spent seven seasons in the NBA, holds career-averages of 8.8 points in 20 minutes per game while shooting 41% from three.

In 2024/25, he appeared in 21 BSN games between Santeros de Aguada and Mets de Guaynabo, averaging 19.5 points per contest on an impressive 47% from beyond the arc.

16/08/202512:14

Official: Reggio Emilia Signs Jaime Echenique for 2025/26 Season

Pallacanestro Reggiana has announced the signing of Colombian center Jaime Echenique for the 2025/2026 season.

Echenique spent last season in Turkey with Petkim Spor, averaging 11.3 points and 4.9 rebounds in about 22 minutes per game in the Basketball Champions League, earning a spot in the “Play-Ins” Best Five. With the Colombian national team, he has 14 official caps and shone at the 2022 AmeriCup in Brazil, posting over 16 points and 7 rebounds per game.

Coach Dimitris Priftis welcomed the new addition:
“We are completing our foreign player lineup with an important player. Echenique has great skills around the rim and is very experienced, having played in multiple European leagues. I believe he can help us develop the style of play we envision and achieve the goals we have set.”

16/08/202511:54

Juan Toscano-Anderson Brings Championship Experience to Pallacanestro Trieste

Pallacanestro Trieste has strengthened its roster for the 2025/2026 season with the signing of NBA champion Juan Toscano-Anderson.

The 1993-born forward, who won the 2022 NBA title with the Golden State Warriors, brings experience, versatility, and a winning mentality to the team.

Standing 198 cm and weighing 95 kg, Toscano-Anderson is only the second player of Mexican heritage to have an NBA championship.

Pallacanestro Trieste President Paul Matiasic called the signing “a milestone in the history of our Club.”

 

16/08/202510:38

EJ Montgomery Signs with MKS Dabrowa Gornicza

MKS Dabrowa Gornicza announced the signing of EJ Montgomery.

The Kentucky forward/center spent the 2024/25 season in Lebanon with Nadim Souaid Academy, where he averaged 17.8 points and 8.2 rebounds.

 

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