Top 50 EuroLeague players for the 2026–27 season (1-20)

By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net

Following the players from 50th to 21st place, Eurohoops continues the countdown of the Top 50 EuroLeague Players for the 2026–27 season.

We are finally down to the top 20.

Putting together this final list sparked plenty of healthy debate. To get it right, we teamed up with our senior editors-in-chief to merge and meticulously fine-tune the Top 50 lists from every Eurohoops edition.

Ultimately, we evaluated Europe’s top stars across three critical areas: raw skill, team impact, and their projected success for the coming season.

Narrowing this down meant some notable names just missed the cut.

Those who got votes and were part of one of the initial three lists presented but ultimately are not included in the Top50 are the following players: Nicolo Melli, Kostas Sloukas, Matthew Strazel, Andreas Obst, Daniel Theis, Ethan Thompson, Andrés Feliz, Nick Weiler-Babb, Jaron Blossomgame, Will Clyburn, Chris Duarte, Filip Petrusev, Sterling Brown, Juancho Hernangómez, Bonzie Colson, Mamadi Diakite, Duane Washington, Jaylen Nowell, Olivier Sarr, Thomas Walkup and Patty Mills.

After part 1 for the spots from 21-50, here is Part 2 of our countdown, ranking the players from 20 to 1.

20. Nadir Hifi (Paris)

2025-26 stats: 18.9PPG, 3.8APG, 2.3RPG

A fearless, creative young guard who electrifies crowds with his deep range. He is an explosive backcourt piece capable of breaking down any modern defensive scheme.

19. Carlik Jones (Partizan Mozzart Bet)

2025-26 stats: 15.4PPG, 4.6APG, 3.1RPG

After adjusting well on the Old Continent, this playmaker is primed to orchestrate critical half-court possessions. Expect him to deliver when games hang in the balance.

18. Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot (Real Madrid)

2025-26 stats: 18.2PPG, 3.4RPG, 1.9APG

A reliable two-way wing who blends perimeter defense with solid floor spacing. His veteran poise makes him a necessity for deep postseason runs.

17. Tyler Dorsey (Olympiacos)

2025-26 stats: 15.9PPG, 2.6APG, 2.3RPG

A dominating shooting guard who can completely shift game momentum with rapid-fire perimeter scoring. He remains a lethal weapon when operating inside high-tempo systems.

16. Kevin Punter (FC Barcelona)

2025-26 stats: 14.8PPG, 2.6APG, 1.8RPG, 1.0SPG

The ultimate backcourt closer. He demands double-teams every time he handles the ball, using his individual shot creation to break down half-court coverage.

15. Facundo Campazzo (Real Madrid)

2025-26 stats: 12.0PPG, 5.1APG, 1.9RPG, 1.1SPG

A brilliant defensive pest and passing wizard who commands total floor control. He aims to translate his elite playmaking metrics into championship hardware this season.

14. Guerschon Yabusele (Panathinaikos Aktor)

2025-26 stats: 5.6PPG, 3.5RPG (NBA)

A powerful forward who physicalizes opponents inside the paint while remaining a threat from deep. His unique skill set provides great tactical flexibility across the frontline.

13. Wade Baldwin IV (Fenerbahce Tarfin)

2025-26 stats: 14.0PPG, 5.5APG, 3.2RPG

A premier perimeter athlete who combines fierce point-of-attack defense with dynamic downhill scoring. He stands out as one of the most explosive forces in the league.

12. Jonas Valanciunas (Zalgiris)

2025-26 stats: 8.4PPG, 4.9RPG, 1.1APG (NBA)

A monumental interior signing. He brings rebounding and physical low-post scoring directly from the NBA, instantly establishing paint dominance against opposing EuroLeague frontlines.

11. Elijah Bryant (Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv)

2025-26 stats: 15.4PPG, 5.2RPG, 3.3APG

A versatile, championship-proven guard who has steadily climbed into the league’s top tier. His two-way reliability and clutch shot-making consistently reward his team in high-pressure moments.

10. Walter Tavares (Real Madrid)

2025-26 stats: 9.6PPG, 6.6RPG, 1.8BPG

A singular defensive titan who alters game geometry simply by standing in the paint. His historic rim-protection numbers and immense stature remain unmatched across the EuroLeague.

9. Talen Horton-Tucker (Fenerbahce Tarfin)

2025-26 stats: 15.7PPG, 3.8RPG, 2.2APG

An incredibly high-upside combo guard determined to find more success in his second year on the Old Continent. This creative wing has the raw talent to become the league’s most unstoppable offensive player.

8. Sylvain Francisco (Panathinaikos Aktor)

2025-26 stats: 16.5PPG, 6.5APG, 2.9RPG, 1.0SPG

After a complicated summer and eventually landing in Athens, he looks to firmly establish himself as a backcourt leader. His rapid playmaking development and fearless perimeter shooting have vaulted him directly into the top tier of European guards.

7. Nikola Milutinov (Olympiacos)

2025-26 stats: 10.2PPG, 7.2RPG, 1.4APG

This traditional center dictates the terms of physical interior play. He dominates the glass and operates as a highly effective low-post hub.

6. Mike James (Anadolu Efes)

2025-26 stats: 16.4PPG, 6.5APG, 3.5RPG

A legendary scoring icon who remains a nightmare to defend in isolation, now in a fresh environment. Winning the elusive EuroLeague trophy is virtually the only milestone left in his illustrious career.

5. Jean Montero (Olympiacos)

2025-26 stats: 14.4PPG, 4.8APG, 3.0RPG, 1.1SPG

A mesmerizing, fast-rising backcourt wizard. His spectacular scoring instinct and brilliant vision have rapidly elevated him into the conversation as one of the most electric guards in Europe.

4. Nigel Hayes-Davis (Panathinaikos Aktor)

2025-26 stats: 14.1PPG, 3.4RPG, 1.9APG, 1.1SPG

A premier forward whose two-way consistency and shooting efficiency make him an indispensable star. He continues to fuel his team’s ultimate championship aspirations.

3. Evan Fournier (Olympiacos)

2025-26 stats: 11.6PPG, 2.9APG, 2.1RPG

An international star who returned to Europe explicitly to win it all, which he did last season. His massive on-court aura, veteran pedigree, and scoring capability instantly command defensive attention.

2. Kendrick Nunn (Panathinaikos Aktor)

2025-26 stats: 18.3PPG, 3.5APG, 2.7RPG, 1.0SPG

The explosive former champion and Most Valuable Player can effortlessly take over any game imaginable. He boasts a scoring package that makes him nearly impossible to contain in high-stakes environments.

1. Sasha Vezenkov (Olympiacos)

2025-26 stats: 19.0PPG, 6.4RPG, 1.3APG

A true master of the court, he dictates the game without ever needing the ball in his hands. With flawless shooting and unmatched movement, he holds the undisputed throne, and he isn’t done chasing EuroLeague glory just yet.

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