Veteran point guard Nick Calathes is reportedly close to joining Partizan, a move that would see him reunite with celebrated coach Zeljko Obradovic. This potential transfer comes as the Serbian team looks to strengthen its roster after a series of injuries to key players. For the move to happen, Partizan must first reach an agreement with his current club, AS Monaco.
🤝 A Famous Partnership Reunited
If the deal goes through, it will bring back the successful partnership of Calathes and coach Obradovic. The pair won the EuroLeague championship together in 2011 with Panathinaikos. Calathes, now 36, is a highly respected player in European basketball. He holds the all-time EuroLeague records for both assists and steals, making him one of the best playmakers in the history of the competition. His experience would be a valuable asset to any team.
🚑 Addressing an Injury Crisis
Partizan’s interest in Calathes is driven by a recent wave of injuries that has left the team short-handed. Several players, including Carlik Jones, Shake Milton, Mario Nakic, Jabari Parker, and Aleksej Pokusevski, are currently sidelined. Adding a healthy and experienced player like Calathes would provide much-needed stability and depth to the team as they navigate a challenging schedule in both the EuroLeague and the regional ABA League.
📝 The Final Steps of the Transfer
This move marks another significant signing for Partizan, who recently acquired center Bruno Fernando from Real Madrid. To complete the signing of Calathes, Partizan needs to finalize a deal with Monaco to release him from his contract. This shows Partizan’s proactive approach in the transfer market to ensure they remain competitive despite their recent injury setbacks. The team is preparing for upcoming games against Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv and Barcelona.
