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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.

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.

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

The Roca Team faces a paradoxical summer — fresh off a historic quadruple (Supercoupe, Leaders Cup, Coupe de France, and Betclic ELITE championship), AS Monaco Basketball must now reconstruct its roster under a €10 million budget, balancing JFL obligations with international talent while awaiting a critical administrative decision from the FFBB Appeals Chamber.

The Search Ends — Paris Basketball has officially found its new head coach in Maxime Lefèvre, a 39-year-old Frenchman whose entire basketball identity was built across more than a decade in NCAA and NBA circles. After weeks of searching worldwide, the club turns to a coach whose path defies traditional French basketball conventions.

Sylvain Francisco is already drawing interest from several EuroLeague heavyweights as uncertainty surrounds ASVEL's future budget. Panathinaikos Athens has notably inquired about the French point guard's situation, but Tony Parker's marquee signing is for now choosing to wait, while the Villeurbanne club works to secure the budget originally planned.

While Paris Basketball has already begun shaping its 2026–27 roster, one crucial decision remains unresolved: the head coaching position. The delay reflects the club's unconventional hiring philosophy, which has led to several ambitious pursuits—but, so far, no agreement.

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.

EuroLeague - Marcelinho Huertas is being persistently mentioned as a potential future head coach of Paris Basketball. While Julius Thomas is already attracting NBA interest, the Parisian club is reportedly exploring a deal with the Brazilian legend from Tenerife.

Betclic Semi-Finals - Paris Basketball secures their spot in the Betclic ÉLITE final — Nadir Hifi (26 pts) and Daulton Hommes' 3-point barrage (6/11) prove too much for Cholet in a thrilling 94-91 thriller.

Paris Basketball secured a crucial Game 3 victory at La Meilleraie on June 7, 2026, defeating Cholet 95-86 to claim a 2-1 series lead. Despite a late Cholet comeback attempt, Paris held their nerve thanks to a balanced collective effort led by Justin Robinson and Yakuba Ouattara.

Semifinal Series Even – After a heartbreaking Game 1 loss, Paris responded with overwhelming force on Wednesday, shutting down Cholet's upstart challenge and leveling the series at 1-1. A trio of American wings formed the backbone of the victory, with the regular-season juggernaut finally looking like themselves.

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.