The 2026-27 EuroLeague season is set to begin, marking the end of its current competition format featuring 20 teams that play each other twice, culminating in the EuroLeague Final Four in Abu Dhabi. This season will also start in the city with the inaugural EuroLeague Basketball SuperCup, making it memorable for fans new to European basketball, particularly those from the U.S.

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Several key storylines will shape the season:

Tony Parker has taken on a new role as head coach of LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne, in addition to being its owner. Parker aims to showcase his abilities on the bench, potentially auditioning for a future coaching role in the NBA, following the example of Coach Popovich.

Jonas Valanciunas’s return to Lithuania with Zalgiris Kaunas raises questions about whether he can make the team a serious contender. Valanciunas, a notable figure in the NBA, will face the challenge of lifting Zalgiris, former champions of the European Champions Cup in 1999.

T.J. Warren, once a star for the Indiana Pacers, is looking to regain his form with Paris Basketball after overcoming injury setbacks. His performance could significantly impact the team.

Zeljko Obradovic’s return to Panathinaikos has fans wondering if he can restore the franchise’s former glory. Under his leadership, the team won multiple EuroLeague titles in the early 2000s, and there are high expectations with a seemingly top-tier roster.

At Fenerbahce, Talen Horton-Tucker hopes to lead the team to another title after joining from the Los Angeles Lakers. His emergence last summer adds to the excitement about his potential to secure both an NBA and EuroLeague championship.

The future of Jean Montero is under scrutiny as well. The 23-year-old guard, a key player for Valencia last season, now with Olympiacos, is seen as a possible candidate for the NBA. His performance this season could determine his path.

Rokas Jokubaitis is another player to watch, particularly regarding his potential move to the NBA amidst renewed interest from the New York Knicks, especially after missing the last season due to injury.

Olivier Sarr, who recently signed with Real Madrid after a mixed tenure in the NBA and G League, may provide valuable contributions to the EuroLeague powerhouse. His performance will be indicative of his ability to succeed in Europe.

Lastly, Dario Saric returns to Anadolu Efes Istanbul after a decade in the NBA, raising questions about his impact on the team's aspirations to regain their championship status from earlier years.

Amidst these individual storylines, speculation about a potential collaboration between the NBA and EuroLeague remains a hot topic, promising to keep fans engaged both on and off the court this season.