Evan Fournier is leaving the NBA after 12 seasons within the league, with the Frenchman making a transfer to Europe to play for Olympiacos in Greece.
Evan Fournier Agrees Olympiacos Transfer
Olympiacos introduced on Monday evening that Evan Fournier has signed for them, on a two-year contract that may final till the 2026-27 season.
Fournier has confirmed a need to play for Olympiacos previously, with the Frenchman tweeting in 2022 his need to play for the Greek facet in the course of the EuroLeague Remaining 4.
“If at some point I needed to return to Europe and I had the selection to go wherever I wished, I believe I might go for Olympiacos. It’s nonetheless a hell of a membership.”
That day is at the moment @Olympiacos_BC . 🔴⚪️ pic.twitter.com/Q24K7KyBgq
— Evan Fournier (@EvanFourmizz) September 2, 2024
Final 12 months Fournier performed for the Pistons, the place he averaged 6.9 factors, 1.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists throughout 32 matches in Detroit.
Earlier than 2023, Fournier performed three season’s in New York with the Knicks, one season in Boston and two season’s in Denver. However Fournier’s time in Orlando will likely be what he’s most remembered for within the league, after spending seven years with the Magic.
Fournier determined on the finish of final week that he wished to make a return to Europe, after 12 years within the NBA.
Olympiacos reported curiosity in Fournier on Monday and it didn’t take them lengthy to agree on a deal, with the 31-year-old additionally expressing his need to play for the Greek facet over the weekend.
Fournier will reportedly earn round €2million in his contract, making him one of many highest paid gamers within the EuroLeague.
Olympiacos introduced that after Fournier, they’re accomplished signing any extra gamers forward of the brand new season, with the Frenchman finishing their roster.
The EuroLeague kicks off on October third, however Olympiacos get their season underway a day later with a match in opposition to Fenerbahce in Turkey that new signing Fournier ought to participate in.
