EuroLeague's Best Defender Alpha Diallo Signs One-Year Deal with Denver Nuggets

Alpha Diallo is embarking on a new chapter in his basketball career, having agreed to a one-year guaranteed contract with the NBA's Denver Nuggets. This move marks his first foray into the NBA, concluding his tenure in the EuroLeague. The 29-year-old forward will earn $1.4 million from the deal, as reported by ESPN journalist Shams Charania.

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Alpha Diallo is preparing to open a new chapter in his career, as he has agreed with the Denver Nuggets and will move to the NBA for the first time, leaving the EuroLeague behind.

Diallo's transfer to Denver comes after he was named the EuroLeague's best defensive player for the 2025/26 season. His exceptional performances in Europe's top competition have earned him this opportunity to join the Nuggets roster for the upcoming season. His move to the NBA was facilitated by the activation of an NBA-out clause in his contract with Dubai BC, despite an earlier agreement with the Emirati team for his continued career.

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The 29-year-old forward reached an agreement with the Denver team for a one-year guaranteed contract, which will bring him $1.4 million, as revealed by ESPN journalist Shams Charania.

A graduate of Providence and a Guinean international, Diallo has had a significant European career in recent years. His time with AS Monaco is considered the most notable stage of his journey. At 29, he will now have the chance to fulfill his dream of playing in the world's premier basketball league.

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Diallo, who was named the best defensive player of the EuroLeague for the 2025/26 season, is cashing in on his excellent performances in the top European competition and will now be a member of the 'Nuggets', strengthening their roster for the new season.