By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
Anadolu Efes is actively securing its foundation for the upcoming 2026-27 EuroLeague campaign by finalizing a contract extension with star guard Jordan Loyd.
The Istanbul-based powerhouse aims to re-establish itself as a championship contender, making the retention of the 32-year-old veteran a top priority for the front office. Eurohoops sources confirm that both sides are on the verge of signing the new agreement, ensuring that one of the roster’s most potent offensive weapons stays in Turkiye.
The American guard transitioned to the Turkish squad from AS Monaco last summer and quickly became an indispensable asset during a challenging transition year. Throughout the 2025-2026 EuroLeague calendar, Loyd showcased his elite efficiency across 34 appearances, logging an average of 23 minutes on the hardwood. Anchoring the perimeter attack, he contributed 11.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game to keep the team competitive.
Loyd further elevated his global profile with an extraordinary international run as the driving force for the Polish national team during EuroBasket 2025. He singlehandedly propelled his country to a quarterfinal berth, concluding the tournament with a staggering 22.4 points per contest.
The veteran of 12 NBA games with the Toronto Raptors during their 2018-19 championship run brings an illustrious continental pedigree to this extension, having maintained a consistent EuroLeague presence since making his debut in 2019.
His extensive journey features prominent stints with top-tier clubs, including Valencia, Crvena Zvezda mts, Zenit, Monaco, and Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv. This sustained excellence has allowed Loyd to climb the historic leaderboards, currently sitting as the 19th-highest all-time scorer in the history of the competition.
The news was first reported by Basketnews.
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