Tony Parker named new ASVEL head coach

2026-06-27T19:05:42+00:00 2026-06-27T19:05:42+00:00.

Nikola Miloradovic

27/Jun/26 19:05

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LYON, FRANCE - FEBRUARY 06: Tony Parker, president of LDLC Asvel Villeurbanne during the EuroLeague Regular Season Round 27 match between EA7 Emporio Armani Milan and EA7 Emporio Armani Milan at LDLC Arena on February 06, 2026 in Lyon, France. (Photo by Marie Bassery/Euroleague Basketball via Getty Images)

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The club president will also take over on the sidelines as LDLC ASVEL launches what it describes as a new era

By Eurohoops team / info@eurohoops.net

LDLC ASVEL officially announced the appointment of Tony Parker as the club’s new head coach, marking the start of a new chapter for the French powerhouse.

The four-time NBA champion and longtime ASVEL president will now lead the team from the bench as part of a broader long-term project aimed at establishing the club among Europe’s elite.
According to the club, the coaching change is the first step in an ambitious development plan focused on sporting success, player development, attractiveness and overall organizational growth.

I feel immense pride in taking on this responsibility at such a legendary club,” Parker said in the official announcement. “Being back on the court every day, feeling the adrenaline of games again and helping a group grow are challenges that truly inspire me. My passion for the game remains intact, and together with my staff we will work tirelessly to establish a winning culture and build an ambitious future.”

ASVEL added that Parker’s appointment reflects the club’s commitment to accelerating its development on and off the court, with the clear objective of becoming one of the leading organizations in European basketball.

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