Basket Rumors: Coach Extensions, Player Signings, and Rumors

Basketball Buzz: Coach Extensions, Player Signings, and Rumors

Marco Ramondino Extends Contract with Bertram Derthona

Breaking news from TmZ.NG reveals that Bertram Derthona has signed a contract extension with coach Marco Ramondino, keeping him on the Italian team’s bench through 2026. Ramondino has spent the past five seasons with the team, leading them to a current second place in the LBA standings alongside Olimpia Milano, boasting a record of 17 wins in 24 games.

UFFICIALE ✍️ Ramondino-Derthona, la grande storia insieme continua 😏

👉👉 https://t.co/VA4xpefEV3 pic.twitter.com/dHcZ7CepeY

— Derthona Basket (@DerthonaBasket) April 6, 2023

Keenan Evans Anticipated to Stay with Zalgiris Kaunas

As reported by Tomer Givati of israelyahom, 26-year-old guard Keenan Evans is expected to remain with Zalgiris Kaunas next season. The Texas Tech alumni suffered an Achilles tendon rupture earlier in 2023, but he’s expected to recover in time for the upcoming season. Prior to his injury, Evans was averaging 15.9 points, 3.7 assists, and one steal per game in Euroleague.

Shabazz Muhammad Joins Guangdong Southern Tigers

Former NBA first-round pick Shabazz Muhammad has signed a deal with the Guangdong Southern Tigers until the end of the CBA season. Earlier this year, Muhammad averaged over 25 points and 10 rebounds per game in the Lebanese league with the Beirut Club.

Virtus Bologna Eyeing Christian Mekowulu

According to Corriere dello Sport, Virtus Bologna is considering adding Christian Mekowulu to their roster. The former Sassari and Treviso player is currently averaging 10.4 points and 5.9 rebounds with Zaragoza in the ACB. The newspaper states that Mekowulu may not be the primary target, but the club remains cautious as they wait to see if a convincing addition becomes available.

Houston Rockets Reportedly Pursuing Jaylen Brown

After Jaylen Brown made noncommittal comments about his future with the Celtics, speculation about his tenure in Boston has risen. The 26-year-old two-time NBA All-Star is entering the final year of his contract. John Granato suggests that the Rockets may pursue Brown this summer and potentially bring in his former coach Ime Udoka as well. Brown is currently averaging 26.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game, while Houston sits at the bottom of the Western Conference with the second-worst record in the NBA.

Givova Scafati and Artjoms Butjankovs Part Ways

Italian team Givova Scafati and Artjoms Butjankovs have decided to part ways. Butjankovs averaged 3.7 points per game in 9 Serie A matches.

Derthona Basket Close to Extensions for Ramondino and Severini

Sources tell Sportando that Derthona Basket is close to extending contracts for coach Marco Ramondino and Luca Severini. Additionally, the Italian team is expected to participate in the Basketball Champions League from next season with a three-year license.

Christian Vital Signs with Hapoel Haifa

Hapoel Haifa has announced the signing of Christian Vital. The Connecticut product joins the team from the Salt Lake City Stars, where he averaged 14.6 points and 3 assists per game, shooting 39% from beyond the arc.

FAQs about Basketball Buzz

1. Q: Who is Marco Ramondino?A: Marco Ramondino is a basketball coach who recently signed a contract extension with the Italian team Bertram Derthona, keeping him on board through 2026.
2. Q: What is Jaylen Brown’s current status with the Celtics?A: Jaylen Brown, a two-time NBA All-Star, recently made noncommittal comments about his future with the Celtics, leading to speculation about his time in Boston. He is entering the final year of his contract.
3. Q: What happened to Keenan Evans?A: Keenan Evans, a guard from Texas Tech, suffered an Achilles tendon rupture earlier in 2023. Despite the injury, he is expected to recover in time for the upcoming season with Zalgiris Kaunas.

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