By Antonis Stroggylakis/ info@eurohoops.net
Alas, it seems that Scola won’t make their wish come true.
The Argentinian big guy is currently in Vitoria, Spain along with other Baskonia former players (Elmer Bennett, Hugo Schonochini, Christos Charissis) to participate in a celebration that will commemorate the squad that won the 2002 Spanish double (League & Cup title) during Sunday’s (7/5) Liga Endesa game against Unicaja Malaga.
When asked by local journalists if he considers re-joining Baskonia, he answered, “My circle in Baskonia is closed. I’ve already done what I had to do. Returning would be opening another circle that can work out fine or go wrong.”
Some days ago, Scola gave way to many rumors regarding a possible return to Europe, after stating that he doesn’t think that he’ll continue in the NBA. Wearing the Baskonia jersey looked like highly probable scenario since he’s a beloved figure in Vitoria and he could make an impact in EuroLeague despite being 37 years old.
Also, it wouldn’t be the first time that the Basques would welcome a renowned former player back in their ranks. When Andres Nocioni came back to Europe from the NBA on summer 2012 he signed with Baskonia, staying in Vitoria until 2014 when he moved to Real Madrid.
Luis Scola: "Mi círculo con Baskonia esta cerrado." pic.twitter.com/JbGKoMM4Jz
— Roberto Arrillaga (@Arrillaga) May 6, 2017
Photo by Twitter.com/Baskonia