Departure of Georgios Papagiannis and rumors about a possible arrival? Here’s an update on the Roca Team’s transfer market.
After Mam Jaiteh and Vitto Brown, there is another departure from the Roca Team. It is Georgios Papagiannis who departs. A transfer window marked by farewells, with only one arrival so far: that of Kevarrius Hayes, French champion this year with Paris Basketball. Rumors are also circulating about other potential departures as well as upcoming recruits. As every Thursday, it’s the Roca Team’s transfer market update.
Official announcement of Georgios Papagiannis’ departure
The departure of the Greek player was part of the rumors. Since this week, it is now official. The center of the Roca Team is leaving definitively after one season with the club, with mixed performances. Only sixteen minutes of average playing time in Betclic Elite and Euroleague. Far from the usual standards for a former NBA player (Sacramento, Portland).
However, fans will remember his fifth game against Barcelona in the Euroleague quarter-finals. By scoring seventeen points and grabbing five rebounds, he helped his team secure their ticket to the Final Four in Abu Dhabi. A bright spot in a tumultuous season. It is at Anadolu Efes that the 2.20 meters giant will continue his career. A return to Turkey after the 2023-2024 season at Fenerbahรงe.
“Thank you for your energy and fight on the court. We wish you the best for the future. We will never forget your dunks and that famous Game 5 against Barcelona“, the Roca Team responded on social media. “Thank you Monaco for the moments up to the Euroleague final. I wish you all the luck in the world for the future“, stated Georgios Papagiannis.
Other changes to come?
Georgios Papagiannis’ departure is the third officially announced since the end of the season, following those of Mam Jaiteh and Vitto Brown. For now, no other departure is formally confirmed, although rumors are circulating. Some situations remain unresolved, such as those of Nick Calathes and Donatas Motiejunas, who are still unclear about their future.
The Roca Team could also welcome a second recruit after Kevarrius Hayes. According to Monaco-Matin, the club from the principality might acquire the services of Nikola Mirotic. A former NBA star with the Chicago Bulls, the Spaniard could be a high-profile recruit for Monaco. He is coming off a very good season in Milan, averaging 17.7 points. Stay tuned.
