By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
The BKT EuroCup offseason has intensified with a wave of significant roster moves across the field, headlined by Aleksa Avramovic joining Bahcesehir Koleji on a loan assignment from Dubai for the 2026–27 season. The 31-year-old Serbian combo guard returns to Euroleague Basketball’s secondary tier following a 69-game EuroLeague stint, which included 22 appearances last season with the team based in the United Arab Emirates.
Under the guidance of head coach Sasa Djordjevic, the ambitious Istanbul outfit is confirming its championship intent. Avramovic injects elite veteran poise into a revamped backcourt that recently welcomed newcomers David DiLeo, Isiaha Mike, and Marcquise Reed. Furthermore, the front office locked down its core by finalizing contract extensions for eight key contributors, including Tyler Cavanaugh, Malachi Flynn, Mateusz Ponitka, and Trevion Williams.
In another major Thursday development, Recoletas Salud San Pablo Burgos made a splash by inking Retin Obasohan to a one-year contract. The 33-year-old Belgian playmaker makes his return to both the EuroCup and Spain’s Liga Endesa. He transitions from BAXI Manresa, bringing robust veteran leadership and proven backcourt depth to his new employers.
Meanwhile, Lietkabelis bolstered its frontcourt by acquiring rising talent Gytis Nemeiksa on a loan for the next season. Although the 24-year-old Lithuanian forward penned a long-term, three-year commitment with domestic rival Rytas, this relocation assures him immediate playing time in Panevezys.
Also, PAOK is set to finalize the high-profile acquisition of Cedi Osman on Sunday. The Greek club plans to unveil the Turkish forward in an official introductory press conference on Monday.
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