Olympiacos is in advanced talks with Baskonia to secure American center Donta Hall, as reported by SDNA. The Piraeus club is competing with Monaco for the 28-year-old (2.08m), who Baskonia is willing to release for a significant buyout.
Darius Thompson’s ACB League return hinges on Baskonia’s decision, as reported by Eurohoops’ Aris Barkas. Baskonia may “sacrifice” Hall to free salary space and match Valencia’s offer by Thursday’s 11:59 PM deadline.
Hall’s Stats and Thompson’s EuroLeague Pedigree
Hall averaged 8.7 points and 5.4 rebounds in last season’s EuroLeague, attracting Olympiacos, Maccabi, and Monaco. Thompson, after 113 EuroLeague games with Baskonia and Anadolu Efes, brings 9.5 points and 4.5 assists, making him a prized target for both Baskonia and Valencia.
Strategic Moves and Buyout Challenges
Olympiacos seeks Hall to complete its roster under Bartzokas, but his NBA buyout clause complicates negotiations. Meanwhile, Baskonia’s potential Hall trade-off could secure Thompson’s return, while Valencia pushes to lure him, intensifying the EuroLeague transfer race.
Posted on: 16 July 2025, 17:47 CET
