Cuban center Jasiel Rivero becomes free agent after Red Star exit

Cuban center Jasiel Rivero has become a free agent after Serbian club Red Star Belgrade opted not to exercise their one-year renewal option. Rivero joined the Belgrade team last summer on a contract structured as one year with an additional team option for a second season. This decision grants the Cuban player the freedom to seek a new destination for his career.

Rivero's tenure with Red Star was significantly impacted by injury. He suffered a metatarsal fracture in his foot during his debut in the EuroLeague's opening round in October 2025, effectively sidelining him for most of the season. The club expressed gratitude for his contributions, stating in a release, "The club takes this opportunity to thank Jasiel for everything he has done wearing the red-and-white jersey, and wishes him good health, happiness, and success in his future career."

Prior to his time in Serbia, Rivero played for several Spanish teams, including San Pablo Burgos and Valencia Basket, as well as other EuroLeague clubs like Maccabi Tel Aviv. His departure from Red Star Belgrade also coincides with the exit of Lithuanian center Donatas Motiejunas, who had joined the Serbian club on a short-term loan from Monaco.

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The club takes this opportunity to thank Jasiel for everything he has done wearing the red-and-white jersey, and wishes him good health, happiness, and success in his future career.