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Obradoiro signs American guard Brandon Childress

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • American point guard Brandon Childress has signed with Spanish basketball club Monbus Obradoiro for the 2026-27 season.
  • Childress, 28, joins from Turkey's Bursaspor, where he led the team in assists.
  • This marks Obradoiro's fourth signing as they prepare for their return to the ACB league.

The Spanish basketball club Monbus Obradoiro has secured its fourth signing for the upcoming 2026-27 season with the addition of American point guard Brandon Childress. The 28-year-old guard, standing at 183 centimeters, arrives from Turkish club Bursaspor and is expected to bolster Obradoiro's backcourt.

During his tenure with Bursaspor last season, Childress showcased strong playmaking abilities, averaging 14.9 points and a team-leading 6.8 assists per game in the Turkish league. He also participated in the Basketball Champions League, contributing 10.5 points, 5.5 assists, and 2.7 rebounds across six contests.

14.9 points, 6.8 assists and 2.6 rebounds per game

— Brandon ChildressHis statistics from the previous season in the Turkish league.

Childress brings a wealth of international experience to Obradoiro. His professional career has seen him play in various countries, including Greece, Estonia, Germany, Lithuania, the Dominican Republic, and the NBA G League. This diverse background is anticipated to be a valuable asset for the team as they compete in the ACB league.

Brandon Childress joins previously announced signings Caleb Agada (from Lleida), Leo Meindl (from San Pablo Burgos), and Alonso Faure (from Oviedo Baloncesto). The club's strategic signings indicate a strong commitment to building a competitive roster for their return to the top-tier ACB league.

10.5 points, 5.5 assists and 2.7 rebounds

— Brandon ChildressHis statistics in the Basketball Champions League.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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