By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
Greek basketball prospect Alex Samodurov is taking a significant step toward his professional future, declaring for the 2026 NBA Draft, according to his agent Alex Saratsis, who confirmed the news to DraftExpress.
Samodurov, a 7-foot, 21-year-old power forward currently playing for Panathinaikos, has emerged as an intriguing international talent thanks to his rare combination of size, defensive presence, and perimeter skill set. His decision to enter the draft marks a pivotal moment in his career, as NBA scouts continue to prioritize versatile big men capable of impacting both ends of the floor.
This season, the young talent has played 13 Euroleague games, averaging 2.6 points, 0.7 rebounds and 2.8 PIR.
Samodurov has established himself as a defensive anchor with the length and timing to alter shots consistently. At the same time, his developing perimeter shooting makes him a modern frontcourt option, able to stretch defenses and create spacing—an increasingly valuable trait in today’s NBA.
Despite declaring for the draft, Samodurov is also carefully considering an alternative path that could make his transition to the NBA even smoother: college basketball in the United States. Sources indicate that his profile would generate strong interest from top NCAA programs, where his combination of rim protection and floor-spacing could make an immediate impact.
For now, the player is focused on the draft, but both the NCAA and continuing with Panathinaikos remain options on the table for the young player.