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Will the 2026-2027 EuroLeague MVP succeed Sasha Vezenkov… or will it still be Sasha Vezenkov? As the season begins, there are plenty of candidates, from regulars Kendrick Nunn and Mike James, to Frenchmen Sylvain Francisco and Nadir Hifi, and several players expected to shine in their new context, like Dzanan Musa, Jean Montero or Jonas Valanciunas.

AS Monaco Basketball won its first-ever Betclic ÉLITE title in June 2026, then collapsed financially within weeks — losing takeover bids from former NBA All-Star Jamal Mashburn and Ronaldinho, getting refused entry into professional basketball, then rejected from France's third tier on September 12, 2026, and now awaiting the outcome of a second CNOSF hearing held September 16, just two days before Nationale 1's season kicks off on September 18, 2026.

Top 10 ranking of EuroLeague clubs for the 2026-2027 season, built on offseason recruitment, coaching hires and roster continuity ahead of the league's September 24, 2026 opener — with bold predictions that break from the mainstream consensus.

EUROLEAGUE - After a legendary end to his cycle capped with a national title, Mike James heads to Turkey. There he will reunite with his close friend Matthew Strazel to restore Anadolu Efes to its former glory.

Betclic Élite Finals — AS Monaco claimed its first-ever Betclic Élite title on June 23, 2026, defeating Paris Basketball 101-92 in a decisive Game 5 marked by controversy, a stunning fourth-quarter comeback, and standout performances from Jaron Blossomgame and Elie Okobo.

EuroLeague Playoffs - AS Monaco suffered a disappointing 91-70 defeat to Olympiacos in Game 1 of their quarter-final series, with terrible 3-point shooting and lack of intensity proving costly against the Greek powerhouse at the Peace and Friendship Stadium.

Resilience - Despite missing Mike James and Nikola Mirotic, AS Monaco Basketball overcame a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat Olimpia Milano, maintaining their playoff push with a spectacular 27-10 final period performance.

EuroLeague Update - AS Monaco's star forward Nikola Mirotic has resumed partial training this week following his foot injury (plantar fasciitis), but the Spanish international remains uncertain for the crucial EuroLeague clash against Milan as the Roca Team faces a decisive sprint finish.

Financial Crisis - The Principality of Monaco steps in to clear €2.5M of AS Monaco Basket’s debt, but a tribunal ruling next month will determine the club’s future.

EuroLeague - Mike James and Elie Okobo clashed on the AS Monaco bench after the Roca Team's heavy defeat on Fenerbahçe Istanbul's court (88-70) in EuroLeague. A tense scene occurring during a very difficult period for the Principality club.