Paris Basketball has identified Francesco Tabellini as its next head coach, with the Italian expected to replace Tiago Splitter, who is likely to return to the NBA as an assistant coach, BasketNews reported on May 22, 2025. Splitter, who led Paris to a surprising EuroLeague playoff berth in his debut season and finished third in Coach of the Year voting, is drawing interest from other EuroLeague clubs but appears NBA-bound, according to sources. Tabellini, currently at ERA Nymburk, brings a reputation as one of Europe’s most promising coaches, known for his effort-oriented philosophy, as Paris prepares for a pivotal offseason with a new multi-year EuroLeague license.
Tabellini, who spent nearly a decade honing his craft in Treviso before joining Nymburk in 2023, has led the Czech club to back-to-back quarterfinals in both the FIBA Europe Cup and Basketball Champions League, while remaining in contention to defend their domestic title. His Nymburk teams became known for a gritty, defense-first identity paired with high-pace transition play, ranking among BCL leaders in fast-break points and pace, as noted in his championsleague.basketball interview. Tabellini’s innovative approach and ability to inspire player buy-in make him a fitting choice to build on Splitter’s success, which saw Paris defy expectations with a low-budget roster in 2024-25.
With most player contracts expiring, Paris faces a roster overhaul, as the core that powered their memorable 2024-25 campaign—winning the Leaders Cup and EuroCup—is set to disperse. Tabellini’s appointment signals a new chapter for the club, which aims to maintain its EuroLeague status while rebuilding its squad. His focus on effort and transition basketball could reshape Paris into a defensively stout, fast-paced team, potentially mirroring Nymburk’s style that reached the Basketball Champions League quarterfinals in 2025. As Paris navigates this transition, fans are eager to see Tabellini’s impact.
