Norris signs for Bayern after his time at Barcelona
Miles Norris has signed a two-year contract with Bayern Munich until 2028. The 26-year-old American forward joins after playing last season at FC Barcelona, where he had a limited role as a substitute in the EuroLeague.
Bayern Munich has officially announced the signing of Miles Norris through an agreement that will extend until the 2027-28 season. The Bavarian team, the only German representative in the EuroLeague, is thus betting on the versatile Californian forward after his initial experience in elite European basketball.
Previous trajectory of the American player
Norris completed his college education in the NCAA in 2023 without being selected in the NBA Draft. Since then, he has passed through different competitions in search of professional consolidation. The 26-year-old player spent two standout seasons in the G League, averaging 17.1 points per game with the Memphis Grizzlies' affiliate, which allowed him a brief stint in the NBA with the Boston Celtics in 2025, where he played three games.
His career also includes a brief spell in Turkey before arriving in Europe. This progression reflects the forward's effort to find his place in higher-level professional competitions, combining experience in American leagues with an initial foray into Turkish basketball.
Time at FC Barcelona
Norris's first EuroLeague experience came with FC Barcelona last season. The forward played as a substitute, accumulating approximately 12 minutes per game. His numbers reflected the limited opportunities he had to develop: he averaged four points and 2.6 rebounds per game, mostly playing off the bench.
The Californian was relegated to a secondary role, serving as an alternative to Tornike Shengelia in the Blaugrana rotation. This situation limited his growth potential during a season that was irregular for the Barcelona team. Despite his versatile talent, Norris failed to establish himself in the Barcelona project, prompting the search for new opportunities in other European clubs.
New Project in Germany
Bayern Munich sees in Norris a player with the potential to grow in its competitive structure. The two-year contract reflects the German club's confidence that the forward can improve his performance in a different environment. At 26, the American is at an optimal age to establish himself in European elite basketball, having experience in different leagues and competitions.
Norris can play in various positions, both as a forward and power forward, providing tactical versatility. This flexibility makes him a valuable asset for a team seeking adaptability in its lineup. Bayern is confident that the club change and the increased prominence he may achieve in Munich will allow him to reach a higher level than he showed in Barcelona.
Expectations and Objectives
According to the official statement from the Bavarian club, Norris arrives with the aspiration to improve his competitive performance. The opportunity at Bayern represents a turning point in his career, after a season in which he had few chances to demonstrate his potential in European elite basketball. The player is excited about this new phase, aware that he needs minutes and continuity to develop his game.
The signing fits into the strategy of the only German representative in the EuroLeague to strengthen its squad with young players with potential. Norris comes to Munich with the mindset of making the most of this second opportunity in Europe, seeking to justify the trust placed by the German club through consistent performance and a tangible contribution to the sports project over the next two years.
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