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Vasilije Micic has decided to join Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv, per Eurohoops sources. Later Wednesday, his arrival was officially confirmed by the Israeli club. After drawing interest from several EuroLeague teams, including Real Madrid and Fenerbahce Beko, the 31-year-old Serbian point guard signed a three-year contract, making him one of the highest-paid players in league history.

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After being traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Charlotte Hornets, and then sent to the Milwaukee Bucks, Micic was waived and became an unrestricted free agent 48 hours later. According to our information, the Serbian star will sign a two-year deal with Real Madrid worth €8.5 million. He will also receive an additional $2 million from the Milwaukee Bucks, which will be paid over the next three years – $666,666 per year.

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Real Madrid has presented a lucrative two-year offer to former EuroLeague MVP Vasilije Micić, who is now seriously considering a return to Europe with the Spanish giants, according to Eurohoops sources. The Serbian guard recently agreed to a buyout with the Milwaukee Bucks — who acquired him in the massive seven-team trade that sent Kevin Durant to Houston — returning $6.1 million of his $8.1 million contract for the 2025–26 season.

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Andrea Bargnani: I didn't even know what the NBA draft was. And playing in the playing in the NBA when I was eight, nine, 10 years old was an unreachable dream. You were not even allowed to dream to play in the NBA when I was eight, nine, 10 because nobody was going from Italy to become an important player in the NBA. It never happened. I was dreaming about playing in Barcelona, playing in Real Madrid, in Panathinaikos, because that was my dream when I was growing up. So to answer your question, I didn't really feel the pressure of being number one.

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Real Madrid has added serious firepower to its backcourt. The Spanish giants officially announced the signing of French point guard Theo Maledon, who joins the club from LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne on a deal through June 2027.

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“Of course, this is the NBA, and trades can happen; players come and go. But with all due respect, you have to understand that some players are different, special, and even more important to the environment and the community. It’s important to treat those players with respect,” Nelson said. “That’s why there was so much disappointment after what happened to Luka. Not just my disappointment, but a universal disappointment. Could this happen to Real Madrid? Never. And it wouldn’t have happened when I was in Dallas,” Slovenia’s new special advisor added. “During my years in Dallas, we always considered what was important to that community. And we looked at the players being a part of that. It was never like we went to one of our ATMs, took out a player, used him until he was most useful, and then threw him away,” Nelson said.

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After a one-year deal with him, finally returning to Spain, Serge Ibaka will not continue his career with Real Madrid. The player has signed for one season with the Spanish champions; however, there’s no desire from the club to extend a new offer.

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Sergio Scariolo has announced that EuroBasket 2025 will mark the end of his tenure as head coach of the Spanish national team. The 63-year-old, who has been in charge since 2015 in his second stint, revealed the decision during a press conference initially intended to unveil Spain’s roster for the tournament. “This will be my last competitive moment with the national team,” Scariolo said, per MARCA, declining to discuss his future beyond the event. Spanish Federation president Elisa Aguilar expressed understanding and praised Scariolo’s legacy, calling him “the greatest coach we’ve ever had.”

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“After more than two decades in the game, the moment has arrived to say goodbye to basketball. Not just as a sport, but as a part of who I am. I’m closing this chapter, but my love for the game remains. I didn’t reach the end. I’ve reached the other side of the beginning…” He also touched on his European career. “I’ve had the privilege of playing for clubs that left their mark on both European and NBA basketball. From Mostar and Zrinjski, to Real Madrid and Murcia, then to Cibona and Fenerbahce, I wore every jersey with pride“.

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Shams Charania: Real Madrid’s Eli John Ndiaye agreed to a two-way contract with Atlanta Hawks, sources tell ESPN.

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Tony Parker has confirmed a rebuilding phase for ASVEL Villeurbanne. In a long interview with Le Progrès, the team president listed multiple departures: Neal Sako is heading to Valencia after using his EuroLeague out clause, while Théo Maledon has reportedly signed a “big contract” in Madrid. Paris Lee and Joffrey Lauvergne are considered too expensive to retain, and André Roberson, who Parker “would love to keep”, is unlikely to stay due to rising EuroLeague salaries and the influence of Dubai-based teams.

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In their efforts to establish new leagues from scratch, the NBA and GBBL are effectively operating in parallel with a view to potentially launching in time for the 2026-27 season — though in an interview with The Guardian last week, Aivazoglou declined to commit to that timeframe. The summer of 2026 is the moment when EuroLeague’s current licence agreement with its 13 shareholder clubs expires, providing them with a window to opt out. Real Madrid and Barcelona are widely believed to be keeping their options open regarding a potential NBA defection, as is ASVEL Villeurbanne, the French club majority owned by San Antonio Spurs legend Tony Parker.

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Is there a moment that sticks out that you think was your favorite or that you cherish the most? Sergio Rodriguez: Again, it’s tough to choose one, But probably, you know, being in the NBA, winning the three Euroleagues that I had won, playing for Real Madrid, playing for the National Team, Olympic Games of 2012, that we got the silver medal. So there are moments, winning the European Championship and the gold medal at the World Cup in 2006. So there are many moments. And when I see them and reflect on those moments, I feel very grateful.

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This summer, another European star could make his return home, playing once again in the EuroLeague. It’s the case of Vasilije Micic, who has struggled to find playing minutes in the NBA and could seek a return where he once was one of the best players in the league. According to Meridian Sport, Real Madrid has entered the race for the 31-year-old Serbian guard, who last played in Europe with Anadolu Efes, with whom he won back-to-back EuroLeague titles.

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