By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
The BKT EuroCup is already heating up ahead of the new 2026–27 season, including Hapoel Midtown Jerusalem securing a massive victory off the court by finalizing a three-year contract extension with their star guard and back-to-back Most Valuable Player of the league, Jared Harper. The deal was announced on Wednesday.
Since arriving in the summer of 2024, the 28-year-old playmaker has developed into the undisputed leader and most recognizable face of the organization. His spectacular performances over the past two seasons earned him consecutive MVP awards, stretching beyond the second tier of Euroleague Basketball to consecutive nods in Israel’s Winner League as well.
“I am excited and proud to extend my contract at the club that has become a true home and family for me. From the first moment I felt a special connection here,” Harper reflected on his decision to remain with the team until the end of the 2028–29 season, expressing his deep connection to the Jerusalem outfit. “I am happy to continue wearing the Hapoel jersey and playing for our amazing and unique fans. I look forward to the upcoming season and the next three years, and I pledge to continue giving my all every day and in every game, to help the team achieve the high goals it has set for itself. I believe that together we can achieve even greater achievements and experience more unforgettable moments.”
דיווח: ג׳ארד הארפר אכן חתם בהפועל.
לכל הפרטים >> https://t.co/6lV3kXFUSV pic.twitter.com/9NPjRS1guE— Hapoel Jerusalem BC (@JerusalemBasket) June 24, 2026
Meanwhile, the Niners Chemnitz are actively building a competitive EuroCup roster by adding power to their frontcourt. The German club announced the signing of 26-year-old center Nighael Ceaser on a deal through 2027.
“I chose the Niners because, after my discussions with coach Rodrigo Pastore, I’m convinced that I’m a great fit for his system. In addition, many players have already taken the next step in their careers in Chemnitz, and I’m looking forward to playing for the fantastic fans,” he welcomed his move from U-BT Cluj-Napoca, where he helped guide his previous side to last year’s Quarterfinals.
𝗚𝗨𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗜 𝗡𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜 𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗔: 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗢 𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗨 ✍🏼
Il play nato nel 1995 ha una grandissima esperienza ad alti livelli in campo nazionale ed europeo.
🔗 Leggi il comunicato su https://t.co/7vI7aR1e15 #GuerriNapoli | #DestinationNapoli 💙 pic.twitter.com/btgp57xlVH
— Napoli Basketball (@basket_napoli) June 24, 2026
Fellow EuroCup participant Guerri Napoli picked up Marco Spissu, inking him to a two-year contract. A Dinamo Sassari youth product and veteran of 29 league appearances, the 1.82-meter point guard has built a strong resume across Europe with Virtus Segafredo Bologna, Umana Reyer Venice, UNICS, and Casademont Zaragoza.
Ο Δημήτρης Κακλαμανάκης επιστρέφει στον ΠΑΟΚ για τα επόμενα δύο χρόνια!
“Μεγάλη ευθύνη η φανέλα του ΠΑΟΚ, τεράστιο κίνητρο η συνεργασία με τον coach Trinchieri”
🔗https://t.co/Z624AvtY3d#PAOK pic.twitter.com/n8A6gqtQDI
— PAOK BC (@PAOKbasketball) June 24, 2026
Starting his third stint with PAOK, 32-year-old Dimitris Kaklamanakis has penned a two-year contract.
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