All the latest Monaco Betclic ELITE news

The EuroLeague SuperCup opens the 2026-27 European season this Friday in Abu Dhabi, with Olympiacos, Fenerbahçe, Real Madrid and Dubai Basketball competing over two days at Etihad Arena. Beyond the first trophy of the season, the tournament offers an early look at four ambitious teams that all underwent significant changes during the summer.

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.

Nikola Mirotic will continue his career at Valencia Basket. Once rumored to be close to retirement after his only season at Monaco, the former Spanish international has signed for 2026-2027 with the reigning Spanish champion, also a semifinalist in the last EuroLeague.

Which are the best domestic basketball leagues in Europe? From Spain’s unmatched depth to Turkey’s financial power and France’s combination of young talent, competitive balance and packed arenas, BeBasketball ranks the continent’s Top 10 leagues heading into the 2026-27 season.

Betclic ELITE - AS Monaco Basketball is still waiting for the CNOSF's decision regarding its participation in Betclic ELITE. According to Nice-Matin, this new delay would be explained by the arrival of a major European company, which reportedly took control of the club and committed to bringing in 10 million euros for the 2026-2027 season. At the same time, Benjamin Erisoglu announced his withdrawal from the project.

AS Monaco Basketball defended on Tuesday, August 25 its place in Betclic ELITE before the CNOSF with a project very different from the one still being mentioned a few hours earlier. While a budget of 12.5 million euros was announced in the morning, Nice-Matin now reports a scenario around 6 to 7 million euros, while the club must rebuild almost its entire roster.

Ronaldinho has officially put himself forward as a candidate to take over AS Monaco Basket, according to L'Équipe. The 2005 Ballon d'Or winner is associated with the Andorran investment fund Clayton Sport, while the club is already working on the project led by former NBA player Jamal Mashburn and his Helen Holdings consortium to try to save its place in Betclic ELITE.

EuroLeague 2026-2027 tips off in late September with 20 teams, a returning Besiktas Istanbul, a highly anticipated Finals rematch between Olympiacos and Real Madrid, and a Greek derby set to close the regular season on the final day

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.

Betclic ELITE Finals – Monaco overwhelmed Paris Basketball 96-84 in Game 4, with Jaron Blossomgame and Kevarrius Hayes leading a relentless offensive and defensive performance that pushes the series to a decisive Game 5.

Betclic Elite Finals – Responding to their Game 1 defeat, the Roca Boys delivered a commanding 102-90 victory over Paris Basketball on June 17, evening the series at one game apiece. Matthew Strazel and Alpha Diallo led the charge with 22 points each, while Jaron Blossomgame provided the American firepower Monaco needed.

Betclic Elite Finals - Paris Basketball edged Monaco 95-91 in Game 1 of the Betclic Elite Finals on June 14, 2026. Nadir Hifi delivered the most efficient performance of the night, while Justin Robinson controlled the game from the guard position. Despite a strong effort from Alpha Diallo, Monaco falls one game behind in the series.

Three clubs in EuroLeague, three in EuroCup, two in BCL and potentially several representatives in FIBA Europe Cup: the European landscape for French clubs is starting to take shape for the 2026-2027 season. While some participations are almost confirmed, others still depend on club decisions and organizer invitations.