With the EuroLeague season over, the transfer market is heating up – and one of the most talked-about names is Vasilije Micic, who could return to Europe after his stint in the NBA. So, where might the Serbian point guard land?
The attention for high-level guards in the EuroLeague market is increasingly high.
Eliminated in the Abu Dhabi semifinals, Panathinaikos wasted no time in making a statement, locking in TJ Shorts as their next move.
Interest in point guards and combo guards, who can create from the dribble and ignite offenses, has never been higher.
It goes without saying that when talking about a player like Vasilije Micic, the attention is just as high.
Since leaving Europe in 2023 to try his luck in the NBA, things have not gone exactly according to plan for Micic.
His role in the NBA has been extremely limited, and the point guard has already worn three different jerseys in two seasons: Oklahoma City Thunder, Charlotte Hornets, and Phoenix Suns.
He could be back on the market this summer, as the Phoenix Suns have a team option worth around $8 million that they may decide not to exercise.
If Micic becomes a free agent, the chances of him returning to Europe would increase.
After all, his playing time in the NBA has been very limited so far, while in Europe, he would be a key player and earn a superstar salary.
But which teams could be most interested in the Serbian point guard? What are the most realistic landing spots for the former Efes player?
Let's find out together, analyzing the pros and cons of each possible destination.
Hapoel Tel Aviv
Hapoel Tel Aviv is preparing to enter the EuroLeague after winning the EuroCup and wants to do so in style.
Club owner Ofer Yannay has spared no expense this season, even bringing in Dimitris Itoudis, former coach of CSKA Moscow, midway through the season.
In recent months, Yannay has made it clear that Micic is one of his main targets for this summer.
However, negotiations seem to
