Dimitris Itoudis, coach of Hapoel Tel Aviv and former Euroleague champion, reaffirms his support for the expansion of the competition. The Greek coach believes that the growth of the league is necessary and beneficial for European basketball, with a view to reaching thirty clubs in the future.
Hapoel Jerusalem has passed the initial phase of the process to obtain a permanent license in the EuroLeague, as confirmed by the competition's CEO, Chus Bueno. The Israeli club continues its path towards establishing itself as a permanent member of the top European basketball competition.
The Euroleague and the NBA Europe are at a turning point. With the expansion of the European competition and the debut of the American league scheduled for 2027, Chus Bueno, executive director of the Euroleague, has confirmed that both organizations are exploring all possible scenarios, from mutual collaboration to direct competition for the European market.
The EuroLeague has confirmed through an official statement that the SuperCup will be held in Abu Dhabi on September 18 and 19, thus putting an end to rumors about possible changes to the tournament. Real Madrid, Olympiacos, Fenerbahce, and Dubai will participate in the planned Final Four format.
Braxton Key, the new player for Fenerbahçe, has sparked a debate on social media about salary transparency in the EuroLeague, arguing that making salaries public would benefit both players and the competition. Evan Fournier of Olympiacos responded by pointing out the cultural differences between Europe and the United States regarding money.
Tony Parker takes on his first project as coach of ASVEL after a turbulent summer marked by changes in the market. The legendary former NBA player hopes to stabilize the French club over the next 15-20 years with a restructured team and the arrival of new signings.
The NBA Development League is consolidating as the main training ground for the Euroleague. Eighteen players with relevance in the G League have joined European teams, marking a strategic shift in the transfer market of continental basketball.
The Euroleague Basketball held its 27th Preseason Clinic for Referees in Poland, bringing together 84 referees and 18 coaches over four days of intensive training. The clinic featured the participation of 16 first-time referees and representatives from the ABA and VTB leagues.
Cuban power forward Jasiel Rivero signs with Valencia Basket to strengthen the roster during the preseason and the start of the season. This will be his second stint with the orange team after a successful first experience between 2021 and 2023.
FC Barcelona is in advanced talks to sign Justin Minaya, a 27-year-old American forward from the Osceola Magic in the G League. According to Esports RAC1, the Blaugrana club is looking to finalize the deal, although it has not yet been officially confirmed.
The Euroleague will initiate a disciplinary procedure to investigate whether Thomas Walkup was contacted by Dubai BC while he had an active contract with Olympiacos. The case creates an unprecedented conflict in the European competition.
Real Madrid has announced the signing of Damian Jones until the end of the 2026-2027 season. The American center, a two-time NBA champion with the Golden State Warriors, arrives from the Vaqueros de Bayamón after completing his participation in the Puerto Rican league final.