Basketball Sphere RADAR: The summer transfer market has always been exciting to basketball connoisseurs across Europe.
It’s no secret that many big names from top European clubs are being discussed, along with potential reinforcements from the world’s most prestigious basketball league — the NBA. However, what often flashes even greater intrigue are the individuals from the second or third tier, each seeking the spotlight of the biggest stage — the EuroLeague.
We’re witnessing a trend where the basketball market in Europe is gradually closing off. An additional blow to all teams comes from NCAA, which offer massive sums to young and talented players. That is something European clubs can’t match financially.
Moreover, no EuroLeague team can afford the luxury of developing young players in an environment where immediate results are demanded. That’s why scouting departments will have to roll up their sleeves and identify names that may not be in the public eye but could make an immediate impact once they put on the team’s jersey that signs them.
Basketball Sphere RADAR presents a few such names. These are not the most high-profile names. They are financially more accessible and undoubtedly capable of making a difference and taking a significant step forward in their careers if they find themselves in the right environment with a suitable role.
Some of these players have rich career experience, having already played in the NBA or the EuroLeague, while others are still carving their path toward stardom through adversity and challenges.
All listed names are Basketball Sphere suggestions, and this list does not represent a ranking of individual quality. It is arranged alphabetically for easier presentation of the players.
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Adam Mokoka, Bourg
PG, France, 1998
Adam Mokoka’s name became well known to the basketball public at an early stage of his career. From his season with Mega, a true talent factory, through multiple stints in the NBA, to finding stability in Cluj-Napoca and eventually arriving at Bourg, everything led to a breakout moment.
The French guard/wing fully came into his own and, in the finals against Besiktas, showed he has reached EuroLeague level. In two championship games, Adam Mokoka averaged 15.5 points and 9.5 rebounds, an outstanding stat line for a guard who is not even his team’s primary option. On top of that, he hit the game-winning layup that secured the trophy for Dušan Alimpijević’s team.
What primarily defines Adam Mokoka are his physical tools. Standing 196 cm tall, the Frenchman uses his body and wingspan extremely well and is more than capable of defending multiple positions. He also uses those same traits on offense, where his drives and off-ball cuts make him far more dangerous than his inconsistent outside shooting might suggest.
Still, players with his physical profile are always highly valued, and it feels like the right moment for him to become a regular rotation piece for a EuroLeague team.
Ante Zizic, Besiktas
C, Croatia, 1997
It has been more than a decade since Ante Zizic made his debut for Cibona and showed that big things could be expected from him – something he has partially proven to this day. However, from a very good season under David Blatt at Darussafaka, through a three-year NBA stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers, to his return to the EuroLeague, where he played for Maccabi Tel Aviv, Anadolu Efes, and Virtus, Ante Zizic always seemed to have just enough injury problems to slow him down from reaching his full potential, but never enough to completely stop his talent.
This season, playing under Dusan Alimpijevic at Besiktas, it seems like he has finally had a season without any major injuries that could derail his contribution. The biggest weaknesses in his game are his below-average defense and lack of a three-point shot – both of which Alimpijevic managed to hide well and fit into the right role for him. His post game has never been an issue; on the contrary, it has always been one of his biggest strengths.
Mid-table EuroLeague clubs such as Bayern or Baskonia could pull the trigger and sign him as a reliable scoring option off the bench, capable of finishing at high percentages while also bringing a solid rebounding presence. Alongside a stable point guard who knows how to involve his big men – whether in pick-and-roll situations or when he establishes deep post position – Ante Zizic could finally reach the level that had long been expected of him.
In the Turkish Super League this season, he is averaging 13 points and 6.4 rebounds while shooting 68% from two-point range and, for a center, an very good 78% from the free-throw line. In the EuroCup, he averaged 12.6 points and 7.5 rebounds per game.
Both Gach, Bourg
SG, South Sudan, 1999
Everyone in the basketball world knows the expression “a coach’s dream” or “the kind of player every teammate would want on his team.” If we had to describe this South Sudanese player born in 1999 with just one phrase, it would definitely be one of those — or perhaps both.
After spending four years in the NCAA, where he statistically had his best season as a sophomore, one thing became very clear: he never truly disappointed. No matter the situation, he consistently produced and always lived up to expectations.
His first professional season came in Prishtina where he averaged 10 points, three rebounds, and three assists per game. After that, he moved to Finland, where he took another major step forward while playing for BC Nokia. There, he averaged 21 points, 6.4 rebounds, and three assists while shooting 50% from the field. He ended up sweeping nearly every individual award possible, winning the championship along with the MVP trophy.
The next stop in his development was Turkey, where he played for Darussafaka and posted 11 points, 2.5 rebounds, and two assists in around 25 minutes per game.
His basketball growth has happened in a completely natural way, step by step, which eventually led him to Bourg in the French League — a competition widely considered one of the most physically demanding in Europe. That environment suited him perfectly because athleticism and physicality are exactly what he brings to the table.
He is an outstanding athlete, an extremely physical player, and someone capable of impacting the game on both ends of the floor. Most importantly, he has absolutely no issue sacrificing himself for the benefit of the team. Even while embracing that role, he still averaged 13.1 points, three rebounds, two assists, and 0.8 steals in the French League.
During Bourg’s run to the EuroCup title, he played 24 games and averaged 13.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 27 minutes per game. What truly stands out, however, is how efficiently he uses every possession. He shot an impressive 62% from two-point range, 42% from three-point range, and 80% from the free-throw line.
The next logical step in his career is undoubtedly the biggest one yet — signing with a EuroLeague club. At 27 years old, with elite physical tools and a game perfectly suited for modern European basketball, the EuroLeague feels like the natural destination. Since an NBA move has not happened by now, it is difficult to imagine it becoming a realistic option in the future.
This is exactly the type of player who can help virtually any team. He fits perfectly into the “low risk, high reward” category because he will not cost nearly as much as aging American veterans who are no longer capable of competing at the NBA level.
Cameron Hunt, Joventut
PG, USA, 1998
Although Joventut have been filled this season with some veteran stars, such as Ante Tomic, Ricky Rubio, and Jabari Parker, the name that truly stood out under Dani Miret was Cameron Hunt. He had already shown while wearing the jerseys of Wurzburg, Tortona, Dijon, and Manresa that he is a very good scorer, but at Joventut he proved he can translate that production to a higher level as well.
He is one of the top scorers in the Liga Endesa with 16.7 points per game, capable of creating for himself and even for his teammates — though not as a primary ball handler, but rather as a secondary option.
Overall, he is highly efficient from all areas of the floor, as proven by his near 55-40-90 season: 55% shooting from the field, 39.9% from three-point range, and 89.8% from the free-throw line, making him a hot commodity for numerous EuroLeague clubs.
Already during the 2024/25 season, while playing for Manresa, he showed that he can contribute a lot in teams that play a fast and dynamic style. This season, in a team focused more on half-court offense, he has once again shown that he can adapt very well, which opens up far more options for him when it comes to the next step in his career.
Whether it is clubs like Valencia or Paris, where his high-efficiency scoring could help compensate for the potential departures of Jean Montero and Nadir Hifi respectively, or Virtus Bologna as a primary offensive option next to a quality point guard, Cameron Hunt certainly has a place among the elite tier of European basketball.
Chris Duarte, Unicaja
SG, Dominican Republic, 1997
Ever since being drafted into the NBA, Chris Duarte has proven himself to be far more than just a reliable player – someone who contributes on both ends of the floor and does not need the ball too much in his hands to make an impact.
After his rookie NBA season, which remains statistically his best, he paid the price for the fact that the Indiana Pacers were at that time focused on securing a better draft pick, while players better suited to that direction of the franchise took over his role. At the Sacramento Kings and Chicago Bulls, he never truly got a proper opportunity, which eventually led him – through Puerto Rico – to Europe, more precisely to Malaga, where he now plays for Unicaja.
Many players need time to adapt to the style of basketball played in Europe, but that was not the case with the Dominican Republic national team player. He adjusted to the system very quickly, and the output was immediately there.
Averaging 11.4 points in the Endesa Liga while shooting 56% from the field, 36% from three-point range, and 90% from the free-throw line is proof that his game translated very well from the NBA style to European basketball.
What could potentially create an issue for him is the recent conflict with coach Ibon Navarro, who left him out of the squad for the FIBA Champions League Final Four semifinal game, which reportedly was only the tip of the iceberg regarding internal issues.
If EuroLeague clubs do not view that as a major concern, he could prove to be an excellent swingman – a player who does not require constant ball dominance, while still providing offensive efficiency and solid defense. Anadolu Efes, Maccabi Tel Aviv, and Milano should certainly have room on their rosters for a player of that profile.
Christian Vital, Tortona
PG, USA/Armenia, 1997
Christian Vital, guard for Tortona, has established himself as one of the most explosive players in Serie A this season, attracting interest from several clubs across Europe with his performances. Born on March 21, 1997, in Queens, he arrived in Italy after spells in the G League, Germany, and Poland, where he steadily built a reputation as a dangerous scoring guard.
Upon joining Tortona, he was given significant offensive freedom, which he fully capitalized on, quickly becoming one of the team’s key players. Christian Vital is primarily an attack-minded guard, known for his quick first step, excellent transition play, and ability to create his own shot off the dribble. He is especially dangerous once he finds rhythm from three-point range, as he can change the momentum of a game in a short stretch.
In addition, he is very aggressive attacking the basket, and in Serie A he is averaging 18.4 points, 3 assists, and 3.4 rebounds per game. While not a traditional floor general, he is capable of creating for teammates and thrives in up-tempo basketball.
Throughout the season, he has emerged as one of the leaders of Tortona, a player who is not afraid to take responsibility in crucial moments. His performances have shown he has the level to compete at a higher tier of European basketball, and if he further improves his shot consistency and decision-making, Christian Vital could make a significant career step this summer.
Darius McGhee, Bourg
PG, USA, 1999
Darius McGhee may not physically look like a player capable of making a difference at the highest level, but his offensive arsenal tells a completely different story. The American point guard already showed during his college days with the Liberty Flames that he possesses an elite scoring instinct, and he has successfully carried that ability over to European basketball.
McGhee is first and foremost a perimeter shooting specialist. He is capable of knocking down shots from virtually any position and distance on the floor, with pull-up shooting being his trademark weapon. It is not unusual for him to attempt double-digit three-pointers in a single game.
He was the leading scorer for Bourg during the EuroCup season, averaging 13.9 points and 5.1 assists per game. Before joining the French club, he played for Bonn, an organization well known for its excellent scouting and player development system. That same club previously featured the generation of Paris led by T. J. Shorts, who shares similar physical characteristics with McGhee, although they are very different types of players stylistically.
What certainly presents a challenge is his height of just 175 centimeters. With those physical limitations, defensive issues are expected, and some of his weaknesses were also exposed during the EuroCup Finals against Besiktas, where he scored a combined nine points across two games while shooting 4-for-13 from the field.
The overall impression is that McGhee would be a fairly risky option as a full-time rotation player for a EuroLeague team. At the same time, however, he remains an extremely intriguing secondary option as a guard capable of providing instant offense and explosive scoring off the bench.
David DeJulius, Murcia
PG, USA, 1999
The Murcia point guard has become one of the biggest sensations in the Liga Endesa this season, with his excellent performances also attracting interest from several EuroLeague clubs. The American, born in Detroit on August 9, 1999, who also holds a Slovak passport, arrived in Spain last summer from Bursaspor and has been consistently showcasing his basketball talent ever since.
In the 2024/25 season, he also wore the jersey of Maccabi Tel Aviv, but due to limited playing time he was loaned out to Turkey. The guard, primarily focused on scoring, is averaging 17.2 points and 4.3 assists per game in the Liga Endesa.
When it comes to playmaking and tempo control, he excels in transition and has the speed to quickly change the rhythm of the game. He is also known for his excellent feel for the game, efficiency in pick-and-roll situations, and ability to attack the rim.
From the very beginning of the domestic season, he established himself as the true leader of the team, which is currently sitting second in the standings with a 22-8 record, and David DeJulius is one of the main reasons behind that success. The American is currently the second-leading scorer in the Liga Endesa, and his progress is further confirmed by his nomination for the MVP award in the domestic championship.
David DeJulius has proven that he has EuroLeague-level quality and will certainly be one of the more interesting names on the market next summer, with reports suggesting that Barcelona have already shown interest in the Murcia point guard.
Davide Casarin, Cremona
SG, Italy, 2003
Davide Casarin made the best possible decision of his career last summer when he traded the jersey of Venezia for that of Cremona. Moving to a team with lower ambitions and a shorter rotation allowed the young Italian — who turns 23 in two weeks — to receive far more playing time and a significantly larger role.
Davide Casarin is an extremely versatile player capable of covering multiple positions, from primary ball-handler duties to the small forward spot, where he brings tremendous energy on defense and on the offensive glass. However, what makes him such an intriguing prospect is precisely his ability to play quality minutes at point guard.
Standing at 1.97 meters, Davide Casarin possesses a clear physical advantage over most opposing guards, allowing him to survey the floor and deliver quality passes over defenders. He played a key role in an impressive season for Cremona, averaging 11 points and 5.2 assists per game.
His performances have attracted the attention of Italian EuroLeague clubs, with local media increasingly linking him to a move to legendary Virtus Bologna. The main area he will need to improve in order to establish himself at the EuroLeague level is his three-point shooting, as he converted just 29.3% of his attempts from beyond the 6.75-meter line last season.
Frank Bartley, AEK
PG, USA, 1994
Frank Bartley has taken a long and winding road throughout his basketball career, already changing a large number of teams and environments. Unlike many players on this list, he is not one of the younger prospects. On the contrary, the guard born in 1994 is already in the mature stage of his career.
Over the last two seasons, however, he has been playing the best basketball of his life. Last year with PAOK, he averaged 14.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, and four assists per game. After moving to AEK this season, he elevated his level even further and became one of the key reasons behind the Athens club’s strong performances both in the Greek League and in the FIBA Champions League.
AEK ultimately suffered a heartbreaking loss to Rytas in the final after blowing a 20-point lead, including a 15-point advantage with five minutes remaining, but that is now part of the past.
This season, Frank Bartley averaged 16.5 points, 3.7 assists, and 3.7 rebounds per game while playing around 31 minutes per night. His shooting percentages show 42% from two-point range, which may not look particularly impressive, but considering his style of play and the high volume of perimeter shots he takes, it is not as poor as it initially appears. From three-point range, he shot a very solid 38%.
After spending four years in college basketball, Bartley’s professional path took him through Denmark, Canada, Germany, the Spanish second division, Israel, Italy, and Greece. That journey shows he is a player capable of adapting to different environments, but it also highlights how important the right role can be for him. Dragan Sakota clearly managed to maximize his strengths at AEK.
The biggest question now is whether Bartley would be willing to accept a reduced role at the EuroLeague level — potentially coming off the bench and playing somewhere between 10 and 15 minutes per game.
Ignas Sargiunas, Rytas
SG, Lithuania, 1999
According to sources one of the players who has reached an agreement with Fenerbahce is Ignas Sargiunas, a Rytas guard who also had an outstanding season and impressive individual achievements.
The 26-year-old guard, who began his career at Zalgiris, spent two seasons with Rytas, where he also competed in the FIBA Champions League. This season in that competition, he played 14 games, averaging 25.2 minutes per game, 12.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. He led his team to the semifinals of the competition, where they will face Tenerife on May 7.
He has also been leading his team in the Lithuanian Basketball League with some remarkable performances. At the end of March, in a game against Lietkabelis, which his team won 96–81, he scored an incredible 43 points (5/6 on two-pointers, 9/9 on three-pointers).
He also caught the attention of basketball fans when he led the Lithuanian national team to a win over Great Britain in November during the FIBA World Cup 2027 qualifiers, when he scored 9 points in the final 10 seconds of the game and turned the match in his team’s favor.
Ike Iroegbu, Varese
PG, USA, 1995
Ike Iroegbu is putting together an outstanding season with Varese at the moment. He is averaging 16.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game, establishing himself as one of the most productive guards in the league.
At first glance, his shooting percentages may not look elite — 34% from three-point range and 78% from the free-throw line — but those numbers can be misleading. When he catches rhythm, he is capable of destroying any opponent, just like he did against Barcelona while still playing for Girona.
One of his biggest strengths is how well he moves without the ball, which makes him a constant threat to opposing defenses. In addition, he possesses very solid playmaking abilities and can create opportunities both for himself and for his teammates.
Despite certain limitations in his game, he is more than capable of filling up the scoreboard. He also thrives in transition basketball, and there is no doubt that many European teams would love to have a player with his profile on their roster.
Without question, he will be one of the most sought-after names on the market this summer. However, recent reports suggest that Varese will do everything possible to keep him, as the club reportedly plans to make the project even more ambitious next season.
Jack Kayil, Alba Berlin
PG, Germany, 2006
Jack Kayil, born in 2006, is considered one of the true gems of European basketball. He is widely viewed as one of the most talented young guards on the continent, which explains why he first attracted the attention of Mega, before eventually being sent to Alba Berlin.
So far this season, he has averaged 12.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game, fully justifying the confidence placed in him by the German club. Alba Berlin has become increasingly focused on developing and promoting young talent over the last several years, and there is no doubt that it represents an ideal environment for the development of Jack Kayil.
His game fits a fast-paced style perfectly. He is not particularly suited for slow half-court basketball, but he thrives when the tempo increases and the game opens up. He still needs to improve his control of offensive organization and learn when to slow the game down, but even at this stage he already looks like a very intriguing package that certain EuroLeague teams could take advantage of.
Naturally, the club that stands out the most in that conversation is Paris, whose style of play would suit him perfectly. It is hard to believe that the French club has not already identified him as a highly interesting long-term prospect.
Jahmi’us Ramsey
PG, USA, 2001
The brightest spot in Trieste’s turbulent season has been prolific scorer Jahmi’us Ramsey. After spending five years moving between the NBA and the G League, he arrived at ambitious Trieste last summer. From the very beginning of the season, he established himself as the leader of a team that ultimately fell short of expectations, yet still managed to reach the playoffs.
Jahmi’us Ramsey finished the regular season as the top scorer in Serie A, averaging 19.6 points per game while shooting at outstanding percentages (61% from two-point range and 38% from beyond the arc). He also delivered excellent performances in the FIBA Champions League, where he averaged nearly 18 points per game.
Particularly impressive was his consistency throughout a long and demanding season, as he scored in double figures in 40 of 43 appearances, while surpassing the 20-point mark on 21 occasions. He achieved those numbers despite being the primary focus of opposing defenses and frequently stepped up as the team’s leader in clutch situations, taking the most important shots in close games.
Jahmi’us Ramsey also proved himself against the strongest opponents, posting 26, 27, and 20 points respectively in games against Milano. Since he is more of a scoring combo guard than a traditional playmaker, it is fair to say he lacks a few centimeters in height to be equally effective at the highest European level — the official FIBA Champions League website lists him at 1.91 meters — but at 25 years old, he is entering the prime stage for a major career breakthrough.
There is also a strong impression that, thanks to his exceptional physical strength, he can handle the physicality of EuroLeague basketball on both ends of the floor. In addition, Jahmi’us Ramsey played heavy minutes for Trieste on two fronts this season, meaning he is already well prepared for the demanding schedule and responsibilities that come with being a EuroLeague player.
James Nunnally, AEK
SF, USA, 1990
James Nunnally is one of the most experienced players on this list, and at this point it almost feels unnecessary to talk about his abilities. Many questioned whether he could still perform at a high level in the later stages of his career, but AEK coach Dragan Sakota was impressed with the physical condition James Nunnally was in after a long break from basketball following his departure from Partizan.
His most recent high-level basketball came as a key X-factor for Zeljko Obradovic’s Partizan team, often delivering wins with clutch shots in the final seconds. Before that, he also won the EuroLeague with Fenerbahce under Obradovic.
With AEK this season, James Nunnally has averaged 15.4 points, four rebounds, three assists, and one steal per game. His outstanding 50% shooting from the field, including an incredible 47% from three-point range, clearly shows that shooting is his biggest weapon, combined with a mindset that never shies away from responsibility.
Of course, it is not expected that James Nunnally would join a team and be a primary offensive option, but as a rotation player coming off the bench who can score 15–20 points on a hot night, he can be a valuable X-factor for any title-contending team.
In the FIBA Champions League final, he delivered an excellent performance, scoring 20 points early in the game and helping AEK build a 20-point lead at one stage. However, the team ultimately failed to hold on, blowing a 15-point advantage in the final five minutes, and the title slipped away from Athens.
That context is important, because James Nunnally still clearly has a lot to offer. The only question is whether a team has the financial flexibility to sign him without expecting him to play 30 minutes per game and carry a constant heavy load.
He has shown he can adapt, and if his agent receives a call from EuroLeague clubs, it would not be surprising to see James Nunnally back in Europe’s top competition next season.
Jerrick Harding, Rytas
PG, USA, 1998
Rytas pulled off a massive surprise and achieved a historic accomplishment by winning the FIBA Champions League title. Although the Final Four MVP award went to Simonas Lukosius, the player who was unquestionably the team’s leader throughout the entire season by virtually every metric was Jerrick Harding. The 185-centimeter guard arrived last summer as a major signing from Andorra, where he had previously finished as the top scorer in the Liga Endesa. There is absolutely no doubt that he fully lived up to the expectations that followed him to Vilnius.
The 28-year-old American played 17 games for Rytas in the Lithuanian League, averaging 17.4 points, 2.4 assists, and 2.1 rebounds per game. He did all of that while shooting at extremely impressive percentages — 54.6% from the field, a fantastic 43.5% from three-point range, and an almost unbelievable 94.7% from the free-throw line.
Still, what he showed in the FIBA Champions League looked even more impressive. Across 13 games, Jerrick Harding averaged 19.4 points, along with 2.4 assists and 2.4 rebounds per contest. He is the type of player who does not shy away from big games and almost seems to enjoy performing when the pressure is at its highest. At the Final Four, he torched Unicaja for 29 points in the semifinal, then followed it up with 16 points and six assists in the championship game against AEK Athens, once again proving just how important he is to this team.
Harding has built his reputation in European basketball patiently, step by step. From Nymburk, to Manresa, to Andorra, and now through a spectacular season with Rytas, he has consistently looked like a player who keeps improving and pushing his own limits. After everything he displayed this season, it truly feels like the time has finally come for him to test himself on the EuroLeague stage.
Jonah Mathews, Besiktas
PG/SG, USA, 1998
General speaking, Besiktas is having a fairly successful season behind them. In the Turkish Super League, they are fighting at the very top of the standings, while in the EuroCup they reached all the way to the final. However, fans were left with a bitter taste after the loss to Bourg in the battle for the trophy. The leader of the team coached by Dusan Alimpijevic this season was undoubtedly Jonah Mathews. After a weaker performance in the first game of the final series, he played a very good game in the return leg in France and, with 18 points, was his team’s top scorer. He also hit an extremely difficult three-pointer to tie the game with just 15 seconds left, but Besiktas then failed to defend the opponent’s final possession, so they missed overtime and the chance to force a decisive game.
Jonah Mathews, who turned 28 in February, already has EuroLeague experience behind him. In the 2022/23 season, he played for Asvel in Europe’s top competition and had a solid role, averaging 10.6 points and 2.1 assists per game. However, he often struggled with shooting percentages, and shot selection was his biggest issue. Since he did not receive a satisfying offer after that season, he decided to take a step back, move down to the EuroCup, and take on a bigger role as one of the main players of Besiktas.
It turned out to be a perfect move. Mathews has played three very strong seasons with Besiktas, showing progress and basketball maturity year after year. This season he is averaging 13.2 points, along with 3.3 assists and 2.6 rebounds per game. He has especially improved in three-point shooting, raising his percentage to 35%, which is a significant jump compared to last season when he was at 30.9%.
In addition, his progress in playmaking is also evident, as he has shown he can contribute as a secondary creator. This season he is averaging 3.3 assists per game, compared to 2.4 the previous year. All of this clearly shows that he is expanding his offensive arsenal season by season and becoming a more complete player. There is no doubt that Mathews will attract interest from EuroLeague clubs this summer, and it remains to be seen where we will see him next season.
Kyle Allman, Turk Telekom
PG/SG, USA/Montenegro, 1997
Another player attracting significant attention from EuroLeague clubs can once again be found in the Turkish Super League — Kyle Allman (1997). The naturalized Montenegrin guard, born in the United States, signed with Turk Telekom in the summer of 2025 after spending two seasons with Besiktas.
During his European career, he has also played for clubs such as Darussafaka, Paris, Riga, and Lavrio. This season, he was one of the key figures in Turk Telekom’s run to the EuroCup semifinals. Across 18 EuroCup appearances, while averaging around 21 minutes per game, Allman posted 14.3 points, 3.6 assists, and 2.4 rebounds per contest.
In the Turkish League, his production and playing time have been nearly identical, although over a slightly larger sample size of 21 games, averaging 12 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.
Allman is not considered an especially reliable shooter at this stage. This season in the domestic league, he has shot 40% from two-point range, 33% from beyond the arc, and 70% from the free-throw line. However, what truly defines his game is his aggressiveness attacking the basket. Thanks to his explosive first step, he can beat defenders off the dribble with ease and consistently get to the rim.
Although he is more effective as a pull-up shooter and a guard who thrives with the ball in his hands, he is also capable in spot-up situations. He generally takes shots when left completely open and tends to shoot better from the corners than from the top of the key. He also displays a very good feel and instinct for cutting without the ball.
Defensively, Allman is solid, though he clearly possesses the physical tools and athleticism to develop into a much more impactful defender. His athletic profile and overall physical abilities make him a player who could potentially find success at the EuroLeague level.
Recent reports have suggested that Kyle Allman has already agreed to join Partizan for next season, leaving plenty of intrigue regarding what his true ceiling and impact could be in the strongest basketball competition in Europe.
Malachy Flynn, Bahcesehir
PG, USA, 1998
One of the most intriguing and talented players in the EuroCup and the Turkish Super League this season is Malachi Flynn (1998). The American point guard, after spending nearly five years in the NBA and the NBA G League — where he notably caught attention with a 50-point performance against the Atlanta Hawks while playing for the Detroit Pistons — signed with Bahcesehir in the summer of 2025.
The former 29th overall pick in the first round of the NBA Draft quickly established himself as the leader and primary offensive option for the Turkish club, which is reflected in the fact that Bahcesehir reached the EuroCup semifinals while also holding a stable third-place position in the Turkish Super League standings.
Flynn is a modern combo guard whose biggest strength is undoubtedly his one-on-one game. He is capable of scoring from mid-range and beyond the arc, where he is shooting 37% this season, while his overall field goal percentage stands at 40%. In the EuroCup, he averaged 17.7 points, 3.8 assists, 4.3 rebounds, and nearly two steals per game while playing close to 30 minutes per contest.
In the Turkish League, although his minutes dropped slightly to 27.9 per game, his production remained very solid with averages of 14.6 points, 4.8 assists, and 2.7 rebounds, once again alongside nearly two steals per game.
At Bahcesehir, Flynn has operated as the team’s primary creator, which is confirmed by the numbers showing that around 44% of his possessions came out of pick-and-roll situations. He is capable of playing both on and off the ball, excels in quick catch-and-shoot situations, and thanks to his smooth shooting mechanics, he can be extremely effective coming off screens.
Flynn is highly capable of creating his own shot and finding ways to score, while also possessing solid court vision and overall playmaking ability. He is not considered an elite passer, but he is more than good enough to have the ball in his hands consistently, especially because his best performances come when he has a high usage rate offensively.
The key to his transition to the EuroLeague will likely be reducing turnovers and adapting more to a team-oriented role when it comes to creating opportunities for teammates. Overall, Malachi Flynn has tremendous potential to make a successful jump to the EuroLeague and belongs to the category of players for whom there should be little concern about adapting quickly to the highest level of European basketball.
Although he already received EuroLeague offers in previous seasons, it is expected that many clubs will once again place him high on their wishlist during the upcoming transfer window.
Marcquise Reed, Trabzonspor
PG/SG, USA/Georgia, 1995
Former Clemson standout Jordan Ridan belongs to the group of players already entering the veteran stage of their careers at 31 years old, and his age certainly does not work in his favor. However, his individual numbers and overall production this season absolutely do.
This year with Trabzonspor, he looked like a player ready for the next level. He was not only one of the team’s leading scorers, but essentially the centerpiece of the offense and the player around whom a large part of Trabzonspor’s offensive system functioned. His shot-creation ability especially stands out in pick-and-roll situations, late-clock possessions, and moments when the offense begins to stagnate.
Reed creates separation very easily thanks to his explosive first step, attacks the paint aggressively, and is capable of finishing through contact despite not being one of the biggest guards physically.
Throughout his career, Reed has played for several different teams, but it seems he has fully matured as a player in Trabzonspor. He posted career-best numbers this season, averaging an impressive 23.4 points per game in the Turkish League, making him by far the league’s leading scorer. The gap becomes even more impressive considering second-place Cameron Young averaged 16.9 points per game.
At the same time, he helped lead a struggling organization — one that only a few years ago was dealing with serious financial problems — back into playoff contention.
The most important stretch of the season will undoubtedly influence the decision-making process of the clubs closely monitoring him before they decide whether it is time to invest heavily in this elite scorer and give him an opportunity at a higher level. Still, his scoring confidence and experience could be major selling points, even with the concerns surrounding his age, certain physical limitations, and the defensive side of the game.
Marcus Carr, Wurzburg
PG, Canada, 1999
The 26-year-old guard bounced around Greece, Israel and Canada after leaving Texas in 2023, with appearances for Aris, Bnei Herzliya and most recently Galil Ellon before heading to the second Canadian division. There, he caught the eye of Wurzburg and head coach Saso Filipovski, who signed him in July of last year.
The Bundesliga is without question the best league talent wise Carr has played in since turning pro, and this season he has blossomed, averaging 17.3 points, 6.1 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 0.9 steals with 28 minutes per game in 31 appearances in the German league, forming a dynamic backcourt tandem with Davion Mintz.
The Canadian point guard also was one of the standout guards in the FIBA Champions League, where Wurzburg reached the Round of 16 before ultimately being eliminated in the group. There, Carr maintained a similar points tally at 17.5 but improved his other splits, grabbing 3.2 rebounds and giving out 6.7 assists per game.
Carr shot 41.7% from the field in the Bundesliga but saw that tally improve to 45.1% in European play. He also shot 80% or better from the free throw line in both competitions. Carr has had 12 games in the Bundesliga where he has scored 20 or more points and 14 performances where he dished out seven or more assists, proving that he is capable of generating offense against many different levels and types of defenses.
His standout performances this season include scoring 20 points and nine assists in a win against Alba in October, as well as 37 points against Jena in a home victory. Additionally, Carr scored 25 points against Joventut in a group play loss, and also did well against good teams like Chalon and Galatasaray with his scoring being in the high teens. However, it is worth noting that against Bayern, Carr scored only 8 points in a loss in the Bundesliga in one of his worst performances of the season, coming up against a EuroLeague side.
There are several things that Carr will have to work on for next season, and that includes his ability to take care of the ball. Carr has averaged around 2.5 turnovers per game in both competitions he participated in, and he had seven games in the Champions League with three or more turnovers. That number jumps up to 14 in the Bundesliga, with him committing three or more turnovers in his last six games.
His three-point shooting has not been ideal, as he has shot 34.6% from the perimeter in domestic league play. However, it was much better in the FIBA Champions League where he shot 39.7% on nearly six attempts per contest.
On the floor, Carr is somebody who has a tremendous first step which can create separation, with a great touch around the rim and in the paint area through a variety of floaters, jump shots, and nifty layups. His aggressiveness is something that is commendable and desirable, as he wants to get to the free throw line, doing so at a high rate and shooting at a high mark. Carr has shot 86% from the free throw line in the Bundesliga on nearly six attempts per contest. He is a capable outside shooter who will hit the open shot but might have trouble creating that kind of look for himself on the perimeter.
Carr is also a willing passer on offense who won’t force the issue if the shot isn’t open and who can pass competently in transition, from the pick and roll and in a half-court setting, rarely losing the ball with his bad playmaking decisions. However, his ball-handling ability has been suspect at times.
His long arms play to his strengths on defense where most of his steals have come directly in one-on-one situations with the opposing team’s guard. However, his downhill speed and sprinting capacity is not at a great level like a Kendrick Perry or Jerrick Harding, which is probably why he wasn’t on a better team this season.
It will be interesting to see whether Wurzburg can retain him for next year. Despite the fact that he might not be ready to come in and immediately start at a high level in the EuroLeague, many of the teams who will be looking to make the playoffs or stay in the play-in zone could see Carr as a valuable option off the bench that can lead a second unit and draw fouls to dictate the pace of the game. Wurzburg has a 20-14 record and is the fifth seed in the Bundesliga at the moment.
Mitchell Creek, Cluj/Napoca
SF, Australia, 1992
Mitchell Creek also belongs to the group of veteran players on this list who are more than capable of playing in the EuroLeague, but given his excellent physical condition and the fact that he has been almost completely injury-free throughout his career, he is a player who can be useful to any team.
He spent most of his career in his native Australia, where he is highly respected, and although he had a short stint in the NBA, he spent more time in the G League than with the Brooklyn Nets and Minnesota Timberwolves.
That is already a distant past, because the focus should now be on everything he showed in the jersey of Cluj-Napoca during the 2025/26 season in the ABA League and EuroCup. In the ABA League, he was named to the All-League First Team, while in the EuroCup he earned All Second Team honors.
He is averaging an excellent 17.2 points, four rebounds, and two assists, shooting an impressive 58% from the field and a remarkable 47% from three-point range. He is a player who can also operate with his back to the basket, but most often we see him in pick-and-pop situations, where he steps out to the perimeter and knocks down threes. He is also effective in short roll situations, using his feel for the game and physical strength to finish through contact.
It remains to be seen whether an EuroLeague team will call him, but at this level he can certainly contribute. He is a true competitor and a high-character player, and the three-point shooting from frontcourt players is arguably one of the most valued assets on today’s market.
Olivier Nkamhoua, Varese
PG, Finland, 2000
Finnish player Oliver Nkamhoua significantly raised his value with an outstanding season at Varese. Even before the start of the season, he hinted that he could become one of the more intriguing names on the European market thanks to his performances at EuroBasket. Finland turned into the biggest surprise of the tournament.
Lauri Markkanen played at a spectacular level, while fans also got their first look at major prospect Mikka Muurinen on the big stage before his eventual move to Partizan. Oliver Nkamhoua was one of the players who played an important role in Finland’s remarkable run to the semifinals and eventual fourth-place finish.
Nkamhoua was born in Helsinki, where he first started playing basketball, but he moved to the United States at a young age, where he played both high school and college basketball at Tennessee and Michigan. After finishing his college career, he returned to Europe, first playing for Chemnitz, before signing with Varese last summer.
The 203-centimeter power forward was arguably the best player on the Varese roster this season. He led the team in scoring and proved himself to be a versatile player capable of handling physical basketball. Offensively, his greatest strength is versatility. He can attack facing the basket, thrive in pick-and-pop situations, run the floor in transition, finish above the rim, and create mismatches against slower defenders.
His three-point shot is still not a completely consistent weapon at the elite level, but the shooting mechanics and confidence are clearly there, leaving room for further development. That is exactly why many view him as a player who could become even more valuable in the right system.
Nkamhoua is not exactly a young prospect anymore at 26 years old, but it feels clear that a step up to the EuroLeague level is the natural next stage of his career. His performances certainly did not go unnoticed among EuroLeague clubs either. In fact, Nkamhoua has been involved in transfer rumors almost from the very beginning of the season.
This year, he averaged 16 points, 5.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 0.8 steals per game. The club most frequently linked with him is Barcelona, with some reports even claiming the deal has already been completed. It is no surprise that Xavi Pascual would be interested in a player of this profile, considering how well Nkamhoua fits into his basketball philosophy and the planned roster rebuild in Barcelona.
As a backup option and a classic “low risk, high reward” type of signing — a category many players on this list belong to — Oliver Nkamhoua stands out as one of the most logical choices.
Oumar Ballo
C, Mali, 2002
If there is one position in European basketball where demand consistently exceeds supply, it is the center position. That reality makes Oumar Ballo, the powerful big man of Cantu, an extremely intriguing option for EuroLeague teams.
Size, strength, and physical presence will always hold great value in basketball, and Oumar Ballo brings all of those qualities to the table. He is an exceptionally strong center who already possesses a very good feel for the game, while still having considerable room for improvement.
At 2.13 meters tall, the 23-year-old was a dominant force in Serie A this season. Averaging 11.3 points and 8.4 rebounds per game, he played a major role in Cantu’s survival in the Italian top division. He finished as the league’s second-best rebounder and, thanks to his physical tools, also established himself as a highly effective rim protector.
Most of his points come through pick-and-roll actions with perimeter players, but he also has a respectable low-post game in his arsenal. In addition, Oumar Ballo generates a significant number of baskets through offensive rebounds, another category in which he ranked among the very best players in Serie A.
Patty Mills, Tenerife
PG, Australia, 1988
Patty Mills, guard of Tenerife, is on the radar of numerous Australian clubs, with growing interest due to a potential return to the NBL.
According to Olgun Uluc of ESPN, as reported by “NBL.com.au“, a large number of teams have entered the race to sign one of Australia’s biggest basketball stars.
However, no matter how serious that interest may be, with the Brisbane Bullets currently considered the leading candidate in the race for Patty Mills, we believe he could still be extremely valuable for any contending EuroLeague team, especially as a microwave scorer off the bench who can change games with his three-point shooting.
He agreed to sign with Tenerife during the season, and although he is the oldest player on this list, the former NBA champion with the San Antonio Spurs has long proven that he has no issues adapting his game to the FIBA style of basketball. That is exactly why the nickname “FIBA Patty Mills” has followed him for years.
He recently reminded everyone of his quality in a Liga Endesa matchup against Real Madrid, when he scored 10 consecutive points in the fourth quarter. Even at this stage of his career, he can still comfortably play 15-20 high-level minutes per game. Since arriving at Tenerife, he has averaged 18 points per game while shooting an impressive 45% from three-point range on 7.5 attempts per game.
It is clear that if he signs with a EuroLeague team, his role would be that of a bench spark plug — a player capable of exploding for 15-20 points once he finds his rhythm. The real question is whether he wants to return to Australia, play major minutes at home and enjoy that stage of his career, or if there is still enough fuel left for one more attempt at chasing a EuroLeague title with one of Europe’s elite clubs.
There is no doubt his phone will keep ringing, but only Patty Mills knows what he truly wants next.
Ricky Rubio, Joventut
PG, Spain, 1990
Ricky Rubio is one of those players who, regardless of the circumstances, can always help any team. Among players currently in Europe, he belongs to a rare and almost extinct type of point guard whose greatest quality is first and foremost creating for teammates and putting them in the best possible positions before looking for his own scoring opportunities — similar to Nick Calathes with Partizan or perhaps Thomas Walkup with Olympiacos today.
His career has been so accomplished that it almost feels unnecessary to even list all of his team and individual achievements, because it would take far too much space to fully capture everything Rubio has accomplished throughout his basketball journey.
Despite dealing with personal issues, he decided to return to basketball and sign with Joventut, the club where his professional path originally began. When it comes to EuroLeague teams, however, it feels like there is only one club that could realistically convince Ricky Rubio to make that step again — and that is undoubtedly Barcelona.
Cameron Hunt thrived playing alongside him in Badalona this season, and if we draw a comparison, it becomes very interesting to imagine how Kevin Punter would look with a true playmaking partner beside him. For nearly two years at Barcelona, Punter has essentially been without a real point guard capable of taking pressure off him in offensive organization, especially with Nicolas Laprovittola constantly dealing with injuries.
This season, Rubio averaged 12.6 points, nearly six assists, and 1.4 steals per game. The ball is always safe in his hands, and when organizing the offense he is capable of finding weaknesses in virtually any defense to create easy opportunities for teammates. He can still score in a variety of ways himself, although the biggest weakness in his game remains his three-point shooting, where he once again finished below 30% this season. Still, he is capable of making opponents pay if left completely open.
In Rubio’s case, the situation appears very clear: either Barcelona decides to bring him back to the EuroLeague, or he remains with Joventut. Any third option realistically does not seem likely at this point.
Tobias Jensen, Ulm
SF, Denmark, 2004
The young 22-year-old forward is another potential gem coming out of the basketball factory known as Ulm which has developed many quality players for different European teams over the year. The young Danish wing stepped up this season after many years in Germany’s third division, averaging 10 points, 3.8 assists, 3.5 rebounds and a great 1.3 steals per game in the Bundesliga.
Those numbers improved in the EuroCup to 11 points, 3.4 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game in 29.1 minutes per contest, and for that Jensen was awarded the EuroCup Rising Star award. Even though Ulm narrowly missed out on the postseason in Europe, they stand at a solid 19-15 in domestic league play as the sixth seed, with Jensen being a key piece of the starting lineup.
Jensen has tremendous offensive potential as he has a quick release from the perimeter, a fantastic first step for somebody nearly two meters tall and a great ability to finish at the rim with power. Averaging nearly five assists per game in the EuroCup also shows that he has great court vision with some of his passes being truly remarkable, on top of the face that his speed and tenacity in the passing lanes got him many steals during the season.
Jensen’s three-point percentage went down to 35% in the Bundesliga but was nearly at 40% in the EuroCup. Some of his standout performances include 19 points and six assists against Bayern, 18 points in a win against Turk Telekom and a double-double with 19 points and 11 assists against Buducnost.
What Jensen needs to develop is a mid-range game as he had a very low amount of shots taken from there, as well as being possibly more active on the boards for a player his height, being under four rebounds per game. However, he is at the right age to be taken by a team that needs a good “3-and-D” option which can also run the offense in times of need. His young age also leaves potential for him to develop even more on offense and in his physical capacity to use his strength.
The track record of the Rising Star award also bodes well for him, as Jean Montero, who won the award last year, has been possibly the best player in the EuroLeague playoffs so far, and Zaccharie Risacher, who won the award two years ago, parlayed that into being the number one overall pick in the NBA draft in 2024.
