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Olgun Uluc: Also in my story: Basketball Australia is already in early talks on a home exhibition series ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Discussions are in the early stages; Greece, France, Spain, and Germany are among the potential opponents being targeted, sources told ESPN.
Various sources have confirmed to EuroLeague that Barcelona and Bayern are keeping a firm stance, aligned with the decision taken in Como by the EuroLeague owners; on the other hand, Real Madrid seems to be the EuroLeague club more inclined to continue a dialogue with the NBA.
Ricky Rubio is one of the greatest legends of “La Penya,” but he has now taken his connection with the club—known for its green-and-black colors—to the next level. The team’s current point guard will expand his relationship with Joventut de Badalona by becoming a shareholder in the organization. The Catalan point guard, who developed through the club’s youth ranks and became one of its most iconic players, will now also have an ownership stake in “La Penya” during a period of organizational change.
This was announced by Scranton Enterprises in an official statement, released shortly after the change in ownership of the historic club was finalized: “Ricky Rubio, who came up through the youth system of Club Joventut Badalona and is one of the most iconic players in its history, will join the club’s shareholder base, thereby helping to ensure the continuity of Scranton’s legacy and its commitment to the Badalona-based organization. Scranton will remain connected to the club as a financial partner following the completion of the transaction.”
Sky News has learnt that executives from clubs understood to include AC Milan, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid will hold talks with counterparts from the National Basketball Association (NBA) on Tuesday. The football club chiefs will be in London as a result of the Ballon d'Or awards ceremony in the capital on Monday evening, although it was unclear whether they would meet NBA executives in person or remotely.
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Their discussions with the NBA come amid efforts to finalise the sale of a dozen franchises for a new European basketball league slated to launch late next year. A further four teams are expected to participate annually on a merit-related basis.
Following a series of injury setbacks, Unicaja Málaga has entered the market and is currently in discussions with Kevin Knox, according to Eurohoops sources. The 27-year-old American forward was waived by the Orlando Magic last Friday, October 16.
Surprisingly, there is one international club that has a winning record against NBA competition, and it's one that hasn't even played in the Euroleague since 2017-18. That would be Unicaja of Spain, which currently competes in Liga ACB and the Basketball Champions League, and which has never even finished Top 2 in a Euroleague campaign.
Meanwhile, Spanish teams have the most wins (seven, with 17 losses) against NBA rivals, while Russians have the best win percentage (30.0 percent, on a 3-7 record) against NBA foes. In total, eight international clubs have defeated NBA teams: Unicaja, Alba Berlin, Fenerbahçe, Barcelona, CSKA Moscow, Real Madrid, Adelaide 36ers and Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Kosner Baskonia is actively pursuing the signature of Cameroonian center Christian Koloko to reinforce its frontcourt. According to a report published by Spanish outlet El Correo on Monday, the EuroLeague club has extended a contract offer to the 26-year-old big to help turn around a tough start to their 2026–27 continental campaign.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined Atlético de Madrid’s ownership group. The partnership is grounded in shared values: ambition, excellence and the belief that every result must be earned. He said: “I’m excited to officially join Atlético de Madrid’s ownership group. This is a club with a long-standing presence at the top of European football, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of its future.”
James Harden would love to take his talents overseas someday. Speaking during preseason training camp in Malaga, the veteran guard openly shared his affection for the country. “I would love to,” said 37-year-old Harden on Wednesday, answering a question about whether he would consider playing in Europe or Spain. “Spain is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Fortunately, I’ve been here. I’ve been to Barcelona, to Madrid. And those places are amazing as well. Every time I come here, the experience is how it should be. Love it here.”
Juancho Hernangomez spent his first four years in the NBA with the Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic. As he seeks to upgrade his home in Spain, Hernangomez says he will need advice from his former teammate in the NBA to get some horses. "I have a house in Asturias. It's my sanctuary there. I also have the wine. I don't have the horses but I will speak with with Jokic."
Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz have made a key addition to their frontcourt for the upcoming season. The club officially announced the signing of former NBA center Alex Len to a two-year deal.