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Real Madrid's EuroLeague game against Maccabi Tel Aviv on January 8 will be played behind closed doors due to high-risk concerns, with all ticket purchases refunded automatically, and season ticket holders' refunds credited towards next season's renewal.
Jonas Valanciunas arrived in Athens to finalize a multiyear deal with Panathinaikos, potentially marking one of the biggest transfers in EuroLeague this summer, after a trade agreement between NBA teams and a pending NBA contract release.
Jonas Valanciunas is considering leaving the NBA for a three-year, 12 million Euro contract with Panathinaikos, Greece, amid ongoing trade discussions and his current NBA contract, which could lead to a buyout and team changes.
Jonas Valanciunas is considering leaving the NBA to join Greek powerhouse Panathinaikos Athens on a three-year, nearly €12 million deal, seeking long-term stability and a key role in a team contending for the EuroLeague title, after spending 13 seasons in the NBA.
Patrick Beverley will earn around $2 million next season with Hapoel Tel Aviv, with an additional $1 million in bonuses if the team wins the EuroCup and advances to the EuroLeague. This salary is a record for the club and is net income, unlike his potential NBA earnings which are pre-tax.
Luka Doncic, ahead of his first NBA Finals with the Dallas Mavericks, reflected on the most intense environment he has ever played in, citing the EuroLeague Quarter-Finals against Panathinaikos at OAKA as the craziest, where the crowd's energy was overwhelming.
AS Monaco makes a big move by signing 12-season NBA veteran guard Kemba Walker to a one-year deal. Walker, a four-time NBA All-Star, last played for the Dallas Mavericks and averaged a career-low 8.0 points. This will be Walker's first time playing in Europe, and AS Monaco finished third in the previous EuroLeague season.
The Sacramento Kings have signed forward Sasha Vezenkov, who was named the EuroLeague Most Valuable Player for the 2022-23 season. Vezenkov averaged 17.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game for Olympiacos, earning him the Alphonso Ford EuroLeague Top Scorer Trophy and a spot on the All-EuroLeague First Team. He also helped lead Olympiacos to win the Greek League Championship. Vezenkov, originally drafted by the Brooklyn Nets in 2017, joins the Kings after they acquired his draft rights in a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The Oklahoma City Thunder signed Vasilije Micic to a three-year, $23.5 million deal, bringing in the former EuroLeague MVP to strengthen their guard depth. NBA Twitter reacted positively to Micic's arrival, praising his skillset, IQ, and winning experience. Fans and analysts believe Micic will be a valuable addition to the Thunder roster and could make a significant impact in the upcoming season.
Free agent guard Dante Exum is signing a one-year guaranteed contract with the Dallas Mavericks for the veteran's minimum. Exum, known for his strong defense, has battled injuries throughout his NBA career but showed improvement in his shooting while playing in Europe. He averaged 6.8 PPG and 2.6 RPG with Barcelona in the EuroLeague and had a larger role with Partizan, averaging 13.3 PPG. Exum suffered a ruptured tendon in his toe during the EuroLeague playoffs but is expected to have recovered. If he can maintain his shooting improvement and stay healthy, he could be a valuable addition to the Mavericks.
The Dallas Mavericks have signed Dante Exum, a former number-five pick, to a guaranteed contract, bringing him back to the NBA after his time in the Euroleague. The move aims to address the team's defensive shortcomings in the backcourt, although there are other available players who could fill a similar role. Exum's shooting ability and defensive energy are seen as potential assets, but the signing is considered a gamble given his two-year absence from NBA basketball.
EuroLeague star Vasilije Micić has agreed to a three-year, $23.5 million deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Micić, a two-time EuroLeague champion and league MVP, brings his playmaking and shooting skills to the Thunder's young guard core. The team has been working to bring Micić to the NBA since trading for his draft rights in 2020. He averaged 16.5 points and 4.6 assists last season and was named MVP of the Turkish finals.
EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov is set to sign a three-year, $20 million contract with the Sacramento Kings, who held his draft rights. The Bulgarian forward, known for his impressive performance in the EuroLeague, is expected to have a significant role with the Kings. The contract offer is slightly lower than the salary of Keegan Murray in 2023/24, and Vezenkov's salary will depend on whether the Kings operate as an over-the-cap team or use cap room. Vezenkov, currently under contract with Olympiacos, expressed his readiness for new challenges after his Greek club lost in the EuroLeague final.
EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov has agreed to a three-year, $20 million contract with the Sacramento Kings. The 6-foot-9 forward is known for his sharpshooting skills and is expected to play a significant role in the Kings' pursuit of success in the Western Conference. Vezenkov, a career 40% 3-point shooter in the EuroLeague, has also been named MVP of the Greek League twice. The Kings acquired his draft rights in a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov has agreed to a three-year, $20 million contract with the Sacramento Kings. The 27-year-old Bulgarian forward is known for his sharpshooting skills and is expected to play a significant role in the Kings' pursuit of success in the Western Conference. Vezenkov has a career 40% three-point shooting percentage in the EuroLeague and has twice been named the MVP of the Greek League. The Kings acquired his draft rights in a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers.