Kyle Guy prepares return to La Laguna Tenerife
After announcing his retirement in 2024 to study at the University of Virginia, Guy returned to professional competition by playing in China, where he has concluded the current season.
Kyle Guy is emerging as one of the new additions for the upcoming season in La Laguna Tenerife, which has confirmed its promotion from the Basketball Champions League to the BKT EuroCup for the 2026-27 season. The American shooter, who was trained at the University of Virginia, represents a return to a project he is already familiar with, having shared the dressing room with the Canarian team during the 2023-24 season.
A comeback after the break
Guy's career has been marked by unexpected turns. After announcing his retirement from professional basketball in 2024 at just 26 years old to resume his studies in the University of Virginia program, the shooting guard changed course and returned to competition. His comeback came through the G League, where he played for the Noblesville Boom, before moving to the Shanxi Loongs in the Chinese league, with whom he completed the just-ended season.
This back and forth in his career reflects the complexity of personal decisions in professional sports. However, his desire to continue competing at the highest level has led him once again to seek competitive options in Europe, where he has already proven his worth in recent years.
European basketball career
Although Guy was drafted into the NBA in 2019 after leading the Virginia Cavaliers to the NCAA title and being named MVP of the Final Four, his time in the American league was unremarkable. He played for the Sacramento Kings and the Miami Heat without managing to establish himself, which led him to seek new opportunities across the Atlantic.
In Europe, Kyle Guy found his best form. After signing with Joventut Badalona in 2022, he quickly became one of the standout shooters in the Liga Endesa and the EuroCup. His offensive performance allowed him to make a mark in high-level competitions, earning the trust of significant teams. His next destination was Panathinaikos, the Greek giant, although the experience in Athens did not go as planned, and he had to look for an exit.
That's when he arrived in La Laguna Tenerife, where he played a total of 59 Liga Endesa games, averaging 13.4 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists. These figures reflect his contribution as a reliable perimeter shooter, a profile highly valued in European competitions.
A revamped project for Tenerife
Guy's arrival would coincide with a significant transition period for La Laguna Tenerife. The shift from the Basketball Champions League to the BKT EuroCup represents a new challenge for the Canarian club. This change in the calendar and competitive structure requires experienced players who are familiar with both the European context and the team dynamics.
Guy meets both requirements. His previous experience in the club allows him to adapt more quickly, already knowing the project, the city, and the organizational structure. Furthermore, his trajectory in competitions like the Liga Endesa and the EuroCup positions him advantageously to contribute from the get-go in a BKT EuroCup that will demand a high level of competitiveness.
The American shooter's bet
If the signing ultimately materializes, Guy would arrive in La Laguna Tenerife seeking to prove that his return to professional basketball was the right decision. After months away from elite competition, his time in China has allowed him to stay active and regain his rhythm, crucial aspects for a shooter whose value lies in offensive consistency and the ability to score from the perimeter.
The proximity of the agreement, according to Eurohoops information, suggests that both parties have found common ground. For La Laguna Tenerife, having a player who has already showcased his ability in the local context is a secure bet. For Guy, returning to a familiar project in a relevant European competition represents an opportunity to rejuvenate his career after the uncertain months following his retirement announcement.
The official confirmation of the signing, which could arrive in the coming days, would close an important chapter in the story of the American shooter and mark the beginning of a new chapter for both him and the Canarian team as they face the challenges of the 2026-27 season.
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