Hayes reinforces Partizan's paint for the next season
The American center, coming from Monaco, has signed a two-year contract with Partizan Belgrade.
Kevarrius Hayes will continue his career in the EuroLeague after sealing his arrival at Partizan Belgrade. As confirmed by the Spanish media Encestando and the Serbian Mozzart Sport, the American center has signed a two-season agreement with the Belgian team, which will earn him approximately one and a half million dollars annually.
The signing represents a strategic move by Partizan to strengthen its defensive core and presence in the paint for the upcoming season. Hayes arrives to fill the void left by Tyrique Jones, who moved to Olympiacos, and to complement the efforts of Tonye Jekiri and Bruno Fernando under the coaching of Joan Penarroya this season.
Hayes has extensive experience on European courts. The 29-year-old player began his European journey in 2019 when he joined the Italian Cantù. Since then, he has played for significant teams such as the French ASVEL, Turkish Bursaspor, Lithuanian Zalgiris, and Paris Saint-Germain, before landing in Monaco for the current season.
During his time in Monaco, Hayes has played in the EuroLeague, averaging 17 minutes per game, with 6.3 points and 3.4 rebounds. While his offensive stats may be modest, his defensive contribution and ability to play in tight spaces make him a valuable asset for any European project.
Joan Penarroya's confidence has been supported by the extension of his contract with Partizan until 2028, demonstrating the mutual commitment between the Spanish coach and the Belgian institution. Hayes' addition directly addresses the needs identified by the coach to enhance the team's competitiveness in the upcoming season.
During this season, Penarroya has had to manage the rotation in the center position with Jekiri and Fernando after Jones' departure. With Hayes's arrival, the coach will have a third paint specialist, bringing tactical variability and greater depth to the bench.
A Calculated Move in the Market
Partizan has opted for a continuity strategy with the signing of Hayes. The annual economic investment, close to 1.5 million dollars, aligns with the budgets of a club of its stature seeking to remain competitive in the EuroLeague without taking high-risk speculative bets.
The confirmation of the two-season agreement provides stability for both the player and the Belgian sports project, allowing Hayes to establish himself in a prominent team while Partizan ensures defensive continuity in the paint for the coming seasons.
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