By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
Early in the 2026–27 campaign, Yankuba Sima has parted ways with Valencia. His departure was announced Friday.
Per the press release: “Valencia Basket and Yankuba Sima have reached an agreement to terminate the contract that bound both sides until the end of the 2027-28 season. The Spanish international center took part in this season’s preseason campaign and in the Endesa SuperCup semifinal, where he contributed 4 points and 2 rebounds.
During his time with Valencia Basket men’s team, Sima appeared in a total of 32 games, averaging 3.5 points and 1.9 rebounds for an average performance rating of 2.7.
The Club would like to thank Yankuba for the professionalism and dedication he has shown throughout his time as a member of Valencia Basket’s professional roster and wishes him all the best for the future, both professionally and personally.”
Gràcies, @Yankusima 🧡
Cas 👉 Yankuba Sima se desvincula de Valencia Basket
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The 30-year-old Gambian-Spanish big was born in Girona. He built his early career over nine games in the 7DAYS EuroCup and 59 in the Basketball Champions League.
In the BCL, Sima enjoyed a highly successful stretch with Unicaja, winning back-to-back titles in 2024 and 2025, alongside the FIBA Intercontinental Cup in 2024, two Copa del Rey trophies in 2023 and 2025, and the Supercopa Endesa in 2024.
Since moving to Valencia, he made his EuroLeague debut with six appearances last season. He also helped the team capture both the Liga Endesa and Supercopa championships.
Internationally, he plays for the Spain and was named to the EuroBasket 2025 roster.
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