Nick Kalathes on the Verge of Joining Partizan Belgrade

Potential Move Away from Maccabi Tel Aviv

Recent reports suggest that veteran Greek point guard Nick Kalathes is nearing an agreement to join Partizan Belgrade, effectively ending speculation about his potential move to Maccabi Tel Aviv. Kalathes was considered an option for bolstering Maccabi’s backcourt alongside fellow player Isaiah Hartenstein. However, it appears that the experienced player is headed for a different destination.

Details of the Transfer

According to sources from BasketNews, Partizan Belgrade is in the final stages of negotiations to bring Kalathes into their roster. The deal is progressing as Monaco, Kalathes’s current club, has expressed its willingness to release the guard. Despite having a contract for the current season, Kalathes has not been included in coach Vassilis Spanoulis’s plans, leading to his potential departure.

So far this season, Kalathes has not participated in any EuroLeague games. However, he has played in three matches in the French league, averaging 0.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in just 12 minutes of play per game.

Role in Partizan Belgrade

The urgency from Partizan to negotiate a deal has heightened, particularly due to injuries within their squad, notably Carlik Jstarts. The team has identified Kalathes as a crucial target due to his ability to provide leadership, organization, and stability on the court. The 36-year-old guard played a pivotal role in helping Monaco reach the EuroLeague Final Four last season, where he averaged 3.7 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in less than 18 minutes per game during the 2024-25 season.

As he prepares for this new chapter, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how Kalathes adapts to his potential new role with Partizan, further shaping his legacy in European basketball.